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Article G. COMMON OPEN SPACE AND SITE AMENITY REQUIREMENTS
11-3G-1: Purpose
11-3G-2: Applicability
11-3G-3: Standards for Common Open Space
11-3G-4: Standards for Site Amenities
11-3G-5: General Standards for Common Open Space and Site Amenities
11-3G-1: PURPOSE:
A. To implement the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan:
1. Plan for safe, attractive, and well-maintained neighborhoods that have ample open space,
and generous amenities that provide varied lifestyle choices.
2. Require the design and construction of pathways connections, easy_pedestrian and
bicycle access to parks, safe routes to schools, and the incorporation of usable open
space with quality amenities as part of new residential and mixed-use developments-
B. The,.egg *ions of this ,-fiele are iffteaded t To provide for common open space and site
amenities in Residential Districts and in areas designated as mixed-use in the Comprehensive
Plan that improve the livability of residential neighborhoods,buffer the street edge, provide
alternatives to driving, and protect natural amenities.
C. The r-eg latio s are intended * To establish minimum quantity and standards for
common open space and site amenities, and requirements for the long term maintenance of these
areas.
11-3G-2: APPLICABILITY:
The standards for common open space and site amenities shall apply to all new single-family,
townhouse, and two-family duplex, and multi family developments of five (5) acres or more.
Open space and site amenity standards for multi-family developments are provided for in Section
11-4-3-27C and D of this Title.
11-3G-3: STANDARDS FOR COMMON OPEN SPACE:
A. Open Space and Site Amenity Minimum Requirements: The minimum requirements are
based on both the quantity and quality of open space provided.
1. Minimum open space quantity requirements: The total land area of all common open space
that meets the standards as set forth in subsection B of this section shall equal E)r exeeed to
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per-eent ( 0%) f the gross land o f the deve ,.„meft . provide five percent(5%)
common open space if the entire development is comprised of buildable lots, a minimum of
sixteen thousand(16,000) square feet, not including landscape buffers along arterial or
collector roadways; or as shown in Table 11-3G-3.
a. Table 11-3G-3 Minimum Open Space Re uirements
Zone % Open Space
R-2 10%
R-4 12%
R-8, TN-R 15%
and TN-C
R-15 15%
b. When a project is located in more than one zone, the calculation of the minimum
required open space shall be based on the land area in each zone, and the total for each
zone shall be combined for the minimum required open space for the entire project.
2. One additional site amenity that meets the standafds as set fefth in subseetion C of t
seetion shall be requifed for eaeh additional twenty (20) aeres of development ar
Minimum open space quality requirements: All open space areas shall meet the following
quality standards:
a. The development plan shall demonstrate that the open space has been integrated into
the development as a priority and not for the use of land after all other elements of the
development have been designed. Open space areas that has been given priority in the
development design have direct(a) direct pedestrian access, (b) high visibility, (c)
comply with Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) standards,
and(d) support a range of leisure and play activities and uses. Open grassy areas that
are crooked or jagged in shape, disconnected or isolated do not meet this standard.
b. Open space shall be accessible and well connected throughout the development. This
quality can be shown with open spaces that are centrally located within the
development; connected by pathways and visually accessible along collector streets;
or are a terminal view from a street.
c. The open space promotes the health and well-being of its residents. Open space shall
support active and passive uses for recreation, social gathering and relaxation to serve
the development.
B. Qualified Open Space: The following may alif y to meet the eefffinen open
1. Active or Passive in h#en e Open Spaces: Any open space that is active or passive
in its intended use, and accessible by all residents of the development, including, but not
limited to:
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a. Open grassy area of at least fifty feet by one hundred feet(50'x 100') in area and is
surrounded by the front yards of lots on at least 50% of its perimeter. Intervening
local streets may be located between the open space and front yards of the lots;
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b. Community gardenLss,);
c. Ponds o water-f tttr-e; Natural waterways, open ditches, and laterals. Protective
buffers a minimum of ten feet (10') in width dedicated for active access alongthese
hese
natural open spaces count toward meetingthe space minimum requirements;
d. Plaza with a minimum dimension of twenty feet (20') in all directions and including
hardscape, seating, lighting in conformance with the standards set forth in section 1I-
3A-I I and landscaing in conformance with the requirements set forth in Article 1I-
3B Landscaping Requirements; or
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e. Linear open space area that is at least twenty feet(20') and up to fifty feet(50') in
width, has an access at each end, and is improved and landscaped as set forth in
subseetio,, E of this seetion; Article 11-3B Landscaping Requirements.
2 Additions T P4 he Pad Additions to the land area of a public park or other public open
space area.
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3. Full Area Of Buffer: One hundred percent(100%) The area-of the landscape buffer
along collector streets ffia-y eeu-n4 t,,w ,.a the required common open spnee and 4
- Dor-een4 ge Of Buffer--. Ffifty percent(50%) of
the landscape buffer along arterial streets that
meet the enhanced buffer requirements that
follow may count toward the required common
open space.
a. Enhanced landscaping as set forth in Article
11-3B Landscaping Requirements
b. Multi-use pathway
c. Enhanced amenities with social interaction
characteristics;
d. Enhanced context with the surroundings.
4-5. Parkways Along re"ee*or and Local -
Residential Streets: Parkways along local
residential streets that meet all of the -�=F
following standards may count toward the
common open space requirement: o
a. The parkway meets the minimum width
standard as set forth in subsection 11-3A-
17E of this chapter.
b. The parkway is planted with street trees in accord with section 11-3B-7, "Landscape
Buffers Along Streets", of this chapter.
c. Except for alley accessed dwelling units, the area for curb cuts to each residential lot
or common driveway shall be excluded from the open space calculation. For purposes
of this calculation, the curb cut area shall be twenty six feet(26')by the width of the
parkway.
56. Stormwater Detention Facilities: Stormwater
detention facilities when designed in accord with
section 11-3B-11, "Stormwater Integration", of this
chapter may count up to twentypercent 25%)
towards the qualified open space requirement if
located within a passive or active qualified open
space of at least twenty thousand(20,000) square
feet and is visible from a public street(s) on at least
two (2) sides.
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67. Open Water Ponds: "esthetieally desi.ne
Artificial open water ponds and holding areas
may comprise up to twenty five percent
(25%) of a required open space area when
developed with at least one site amenity in
accord with subse do r Table 11-3G-4 of
this section. All ponds with a permanent -�
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water level shall meet the following -
standards:
a. The pond shall have recirculated water; and
b. The pond shall be maintained such that it does not become a mosquito breeding
ground.
11-3G-4: Standards For Site Amenities
A. Site Amenities Minimum Standards: The minimum site amenity required is based on the
point value of the amenity as set forth in subsection B of this section and the size of the
development.
1. For each five (5) acres of gross land area, one (1)point of site amenity is required. If the
calculation of the number of required site amenities results in a fraction, such number
shall be rounded up or down to the next whole number: fractions less than one-half(0.5)
shall be rounded down to the whole number and fractions which are one- half(0.5) and
greater shall be rounded up to the next higher whole number.
2. For projects forty(40) acres or more in size, multiple amenities are required from the
separate categories listed in Table 11-3G-4.
B. Qualified Site Amenities:
1. Qualified site amenities shall include,bu4 not be lif ite to the features listed in Table 11-
3G-4.
2. The assigned point value may be decreased depending on(a)the size, (b) quality of the
feature, (c) ease of maintenance, (d) durability, (e) integration with other open space or
amenities and(f)year-round usability. The burden will be on the applicant to demonstrate
that the amenity meets these criteria.
3. Through the Alternative Compliance provisions asset forth in Section 11-5B-5:
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a. Amenities not listed in Table 11-3G-4 may
be considered.
b. Amenities that are a centerpiece or of
benefit to the entire city; that creatively
create a sense of uniqueness to the
neighborhood; or preserve or represent the
historic context of the place may be
substituted for required open space as set
forth in section 11-3G-3.
Table 11-3G-4 Site Amenities and Point Value
Site Amenity Maximum
JL Point Value
Quality of Life Amenities
Business center 2
Clubhouse beVAee}r5 000—44,GWsf or greater in size 6
Clubhouse less than 5,000 sf or open air ramadas 3
Semi-enclosed clubhouse 3
Fitness facilities 5,000 sf or greater in size 4
Fitness facilities less than 5,000 sf 2
Locker rooms in association with clubhouse or fitness 2
facility
Public art 1
Fountain 2
Picnic area on a site 5,000 sf or greater in size 2
Picnic area on a site less than 5,000 sf 1
Fitness course 2
Open s ace commons 3
Open s ace commons Shelter 2
Communication infrastructure with fiber o tic cable 2
Dog Park 2
Dog waste station 0.5
Commercial outdoor kitchen 2
Outdoor fire ring 1
Recreation activity area amenities
Swimming pool 4
Swimming pool changing facilities and restrooms 6
Interactive splash pads, fountains or water features 4
Tot Lot 1
Playground 3
Sports courts aved 4
Sports courts up paved 2
S orts fields 5
Pedestrian or bicycle circulations stem amenities
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Site Amenity Maximum
Point Value
When aligned with a waterway 1 per 1/4 mile
When alianed with a linear open s ace 1 per 1/4 mile
Multi-use pghways 2 per 1/4 mile
Multi-modal amenities
Bicycle storage 2
Bicycle storage adjacent to transit stop or park and ride 3
lot
Bicycle repair station 1
Sheltered trqngLqpp 2
Park and Ride Lot with a minimum of 20 spaces 5
C. Quality of life amenity standards:
1. Clubhouse is an enclosed or semi-enclosed space ,including open air or ramadas
neighborhood events and support facilities for recreation. The points for a clubhouse
maybe combined with the points for other amenities that maybe located within the
clubhouse including fitness and business centers, sports courts, swimming pools and
locker rooms.
2. Fitness facilities is an enclosed space equipped with commercial reports exercise
equipment.
3. Public art is custom designed for the site size, location, and surroundingsetting.
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4. Fountain is custom designed for the site size, location, and surroundingsetting,
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5. Picnic area includes tables,benches, landscaping, and a structure for shade.
6. Fitness course with a minimum of six (6) stations permanently installed.
7 Additional qualified open sraw Open space commons of at least twenty thousand
(20,000) square feet,which are surrounded on all sides by the front yards of lots.
Intervening streets may be located between the open space and lots.
8. Communication infrastructure meeting the following mininitim s*.,,,,aards: with two (2)
conduits running side by side to and through the development; each conduit being two
inches (2") in diameter. The ., -pheant shall be eligible f a o „a o,,k.,where
9. Dog Park f eil ties meeting the following minim-umst.,.,a., ds.! with: - deg
washing station with dr-ain to sanitar-y sewer-system and tfash r-eeeptae and a)bags for
dog waste disposal; or-b) double entrance gate, c)bench(es) and d) fencing to enclose a
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minimum of nw�vi five thousand (5,000) square feet and secured open space for an
off leash dog park and*,.asp, ro eptae es and bags for-dog waste lisp,�,'. The open space
shall count toward any required open space.
10. Dog waste station is an installed in the ground fixture with waste disposal bags and trash
receptacle.
i.11. Neighborhood business center meeting the following standards:
a. The area devoted to the business center shall not exceed one thousand(1,000)
square feet.
b. The business center shall provide access to high speed internet, fiber optic cable,
or communication infrastructure and/or facilities with a minimum capacity
equivalent to a thirty-six (36) strand single mode fiber optic cable.
c. The business center shall, at a minimum,provide workspaces for three (3)people,
a meeting space for six (6)people, and access to printing facilities.
d. The business center may be leased to a private entity for operation and
maintenance, however the property shall be owned by the owners' association.
e. The business center operator may charge fees for use or membership; however
members of the owners' association should be given priority in use of the business
center.
12. Commercial outdoor kitchen is an outdoor or semi enclosed space that includes
commercial grade ppliances for food preparation and sink with utility connections.
13. Outdoor fire ring that meets fire safety standards, is located on a noncombustible surface
and includes fixed seating.
D. Recreation activity area yes amenity standards:
1. Swimming pool constructed in rg ound and meeting all Building Code requirements.
2. Interactive splash pads, fountains or other water features are permanent, commercially
grade constructed with filtration systems.
3. Tot lot with commercial .,.grade play equipment scaled and designed for the use and safety
of younger children. Benches for seating shall be nearby.
4 Chil „e 's play st... etufo; Playground on a site with a minimum size of five thousand
(5,000) square feet and including benches for seating and multiple commercial grade play
structures. of
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5. Sports courts with markings and including benches for seating. Sports court may include
tennis, basketball,pickleball, horseshoes, bocce ball, cornhole, or golf putting
6. Sports fields for neighborhood scaled sports activities.
E. Pedestrian or bicycle circulation system amenities meeting the following r ats:
amenity standards: The system a) is not required sidewalks adjacent to public right-of-way;
b) The system connects to existing or planned pedestrian or bicycle routes outside the
development, as designated in the Meridian pathways master plan; and c) The system is
designed and constructed in accord with adopted City standards.
F. Multi-modal amenity standards:
I. Bicycle storage is a roofed space for the secure storage of a minimum of six bicycles.
2. Bicyclepair station is a fixed installation with tools and an air pump.
3. Hof Transit stops, park and ride facilities or other multimodal facilities to
encourage alternative automobile transportation.
4. Sheltered transit stop is covered with a roof and transparent enclosure on three sides.
5. Park and Ride facility is a paved off-street parking area for a minimum of twenty vehicles
located adjacent to a public transit stop.
11-3G-5: General Standards for Common Open Space and Site Amenities
A. Location:
1. The eemmon open spaees and site amenities shall be leeated on a eenffnoa lot of-an area
,its, ., eemmen maintenanee agfeement.
I. Common open space shall be grouped contiguously with open space from adjacent
developments whenever feasible.
2. Common open space and site amenities shall be located in areas of high visibility(i.e.,
along streets,where doors and windows overlook public areas, etc.)to avoid hidden areas
and corners, dark areas, unusable space and reduce the opportunity for crime.
3. Common open space shall be located in areas that maximize pedestrian and biucle
connectivity within and outside the neighborhood.
4. Common open space in mixed use developments may be allowed to deviate from the
location standards through the alternative compliance process as set forth in Section I I-
5B-5.
B. Requir-edd Improvements and Landscaping:
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1. Common open space shall be suitably improved for its intended use, except that natural
features such as wetlands, rock outcroppings,pis,er-eek, ete., natural waterway
riparian areas, open ditches, and laterals may be left unimproved.
At a minim-um, eenunen open space areas shall inelude one deeiduous shade tfee per eight
thousand (8,000) square feet and i,,.s,,, either-seeor-d a
2. Common open space shall comply with the applicable landscaping requirements set forth
in Article 11-3B Landscaping Requirements of this Title.
C. Maintenance:
1. The common open spaces and site amenities shall be located on a common lot or an area
with a common maintenance agreement. All eammen open spaee and site amenities shall be
the responsibility of an ev�%er-s'asseeiatiefi for-the pt"ose E)f maintaining the eemmen area
+ the 0 0� s 0 n.
or-
2. Maintenance and operation of the open space and site amenities shall be the
responsibility of the property owners' or homeowners' association.
3. Land dedicated as common open space may be conveyed to the City, where the Parks and
Recreation Department agrees to accept conveyance and when the common open space
area is in the public interest and complies with one of the following_:
a. Is adjacent to an established or planned City park or school grounds; or
b. Connects to a regional pathway.
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