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MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS (c) RP-4: 5 du/acre (d) RP-5: ~14 du/acre (e) RP-6: 29 du/acre iii. Maximum Density (with incentives). A multi-family development that meets all applicable design standards and that successfully incorporates one or more of the design incentives allowed by these Multi-Family Residential Design Guidelines and Standards shall not exceed the maximum density, based on net acreage, permitted for the applicable zoning district, as follows: (a) RP-2 7.26 du/acre (b) R-3 and RP-3 12.4 du/acre (c) RP-4 7.26 du/acre (d) RP-5 16.4 du/acre (e) RP-6 43.0 du/acre Common Open Space a. Intent Creating areas of common open space that are easily accessed by residents provides focal points for community recreation and interaction and adds to the overall quality of life for residents. Given the environmental and recreational benefits of common open space, it should be integrated purposefully into the overall design of a development and not merely be residual areas left over after buildings and parking lots are sited. b. Design Guidelines and Standards i. Common Open Space Required. All new multi-family developments shall set aside a percentage of the net site acreage as common open space for the use and enjoyment of the development's residents. The common open space shall be aggregated into meaningful, quality open spaces. Clustering of buildings is encouraged to minimize small, narrow~ unassigned strips in front of and between buildings. Open space areas shall be clearly identified on the development plan. Such designated common open space shall be in a natural, undisturbed state, or may be landscaped for more formal courtyards or plazas, or may be developed for active or passive recreation. ii. Minimum Amount Required. The minimum amount of common open space (as a percentage of net land area) shall be: (a) RP-2: 17% (b) R-3 and RP-3: 17% (c) RP-4: 17% (d) RP-5: 13% (e) RP-6: 8% CITY OF OVERLAND PARK, KANSAS 10 OCTOBER 7, 2002