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facilities, or planned multiple use centers which include a diversity of residential, commercial, industrial and public uses that are complementary and compatible with adjacent areas and developed in accordance with an approved development plan. To allow diversification of uses, structures, and open spaces in a manner compatible with existing and permitted land uses on abutting properties. To reduce energy costs through a more efficient use of land design and smaller networks of utilities and streets than is possible through application of other zoning districts and subdivision requirements. To ensure that development will occur according to the limitations of use, design, density, coverage and phasing stipulated on an approved development plan. To preserve the natural amenities and environmental assets of the land by encouraging the preservation and improvement of scenic and functional open areas. To encourage an increase in the amount and use of open space areas by permitting a more economical and concentrated use of building areas than would be possible through conventional zoning districts. To provide maximum opportunity for application of innovative concepts of site planning in the creation of aesthetically pleasing living, shopping and working environments on properties of adequate size, shape and location. To provide an incentive for the development of housing units affordable to households with low and moderate incomes. The PD district is a flexible zoning district which is intended to provide an appropriate balance between the intensity of development and the adequacy of support services and facilities. (2) Uses (a) Any uses not otherwise prohibited in this chapter shall be considered permitted uses subject to the land development regulations and comprehensive plan of Indian River County and subject to the following restrictions: 1. Residential communities shall be permitted on property with the following land use designations 214