The applicant proposes to construct a multi-family development, comprising 56 two-bedroom units, on approximately 4.33 net acres, with open space amenities and improvements, located north of the northwest corner of 67th and Olive Avenues. An associated Rezoning application (Z16-0010) has been submitted for a change to the Multi-Family Residential (RM-1) Zoning District.

• The proposed Medium-High Density Residential land use designation with a density range of 8-15 du/acre, is compatible with the existing residential community directly west at approximately 13.3 du/acre;

• The proposed residential type, density and development character contained within the development concept provide more effective and less intense land use transition to the abutting residential than the existing commercial zones;

• The additional residential housing units will provide increased support to the existing commercial services to directly north and south of the subject property;

• The development is considered an infill project that will utilize existing municipal services, utilizes, schools, and commercial centers;

• The subject property falls within the City’s Infill Incentive District boundary, and qualifies for an additional unit per/acre towards the overall density.