Gardner Point Phase 2

The applicant requests review and recommendation of the Gardner Point Phase 2 Preliminary Subdivision. The proposed subdivision is a residential development consisting of single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, and open space. You can see a copy of the proposed plan in the "Documents" section on the right hand side of this page.

The proposed subdivision will include a total of 635-units and will be developed as a PUD (planned unit development). These units are proposed to be a mixture of unit types including single-family homes, rear-load townhomes, front-load townhomes, and condominiums. The single-family units will largely be located on the western portion of the site and a mixture of units are proposed throughout the southern and eastern portions of the site. The proposed subdivision provides a mixture of rear-loading and front-loading townhomes, which meets the Development Code requirements. The rear-load townhomes and condominiums are designed to front open space or larger public roads.

In addition to the varied unit-types, the proposed plan meets the ten percent open space requirements for planned residential developments. The open space includes completing a portion of the City’s master-planned trail along 3600 West, neighborhood parks with amenities, a clubhouse with a pool, and other passive open spaces. Greenways are shown to interconnect open spaces and provide a connected greenspace network. The plan shows a linear open space along the master planned canal trail along a proposed roadway to provide open access and visibility to the neighborhood. In addition, this phase will also continue the 10-foot-wide asphalt trail along 1500 North to provide greater bike and pedestrian connectivity throughout the area.

The proposed subdivision meets the street connectivity requirements for block lengths, connectivity index, and provides additional pedestrian access through several blocks to increase walkability. An exception is requested on the west side of the development due to the steep grade up to the existing canal, which is justified as shown with the steep slopes shown in the grading plan. Two pedestrian access points are proposed to provide access from the neighborhood to the canal trail.