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I A rezoning to the PD district requires submission of a binding conceptual PD plan which, along with certain PD district requirements, limits uses and sets -forth specific development standards on the site. Thus, a PD rezoning allows a unique PD district to be developed specifically for each development site. In this case, the conceptual PD plan proposes the phased development of 550 residential units. including a mix of single-family units on individual lots (400) and 150 two-story multi -family units. Also included in the project will be an 18 -hole golf course and driving range, clubhouse, recreational amenities, common open space, lakes, and certain buffers. In planning staff s opinion, the PD rezoning option is the best alternative for approving residential development on the subject site. Unlike other zoning districts, the PD zoning district allows the county to consider the appropriateness of the proposed development design and project benefits as part of the rezoning request. ♦ The PD Rezoning Process The PD rezoning review, approval, and development process is as follows: STEP 1 Rezoning and conceptual PD plan approval: Review and recommendation made by staff and by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Final action taken by the Board of County Commissioners. STEP 2 Preliminary PD plan (combination of site plan and preliminary plat) approval: Review and recommendation made by staff. Final action taken by the Planning and Zoning Commission, subject to the Board's action on the rezoning request. STEP 3 Land Development Permit or Permit Waiver. Reviewed and issued by staff for construction of subdivision improvements (roads, utilities, drainage). STEP 4 Building Permit(s): Reviewed and issued by staff for construction of buildings. STEP 5 Final PD Plat approval: Review and recommendation made by staff. Final action taken by the Board of County Commissions. STEP 6 Certificate of Occupancy: Reviewed and issued by staff for use and occupancy of buildings. The applicant is pursuing STEP 1 of the process. Once a PD conceptual plan is approved, only minor modifications to the conceptual plan can be approved at a staff level. Any changes proposed to an approved conceptual plan that would reduce setbacks, intensify the site use (e.g. increase the maximum number of lots), or reduce compatibility elements (e.g. reduce buffering) can be approved only via a process involving public hearings held by both the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners. ocT�� g4PPM5 -440 0 -