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SeF!embcv SNovember 8, 1999 Draft Higher intensity housing is-shall be located within close proximity to existing or planned park and recreation facilities and connected by an offer on-road trail. Where possible, natural features ox-~-shall be protected and incorporated into the PUD or site plan as permanent open space for the benefit of the project and the community. New development that is adjacent to existing tar-ge4ot single- family detached development ~shall be compatible in density and type with existing and planned development. d~vet~pm~a~ New residential development shall place single-family detached lots directly abutting existing single- family detached lots. Furthermore, in such eases, unit _types within 1000 feet of the boundaries of existing single-family detached neighborhoods shall reflect a density transition from single-family to higher density residential uses. The density transition shall be consistent with the intent of the Ramsey Charter and shall be approved by the Ci _ty. Medium Density Residential Medium density residential shall not exceed 86_ units per net acre. Medium density areas include housing units such as attached and detached townhouses, condominiums, duplexes and triplexes or small apartment buildings. These areas are smaller, typically "irrfill" sites, that would not be conducive to high density housing, yet would be underutilized as single family housing. These areas take advantage of close proximity to park and open spaces, commercial and public services and accessibility to the road network. High Density Residential This category sets aside parcels strictly for high-density housing development with a maximum density of 15 units per net acre and includes housing units such as townhouses, condominiums and apartments. These areas will provide housing for a variety of residents including seniors. Areas of high-density residential land use should have direct access to the major roadway network in order to promote transit usage and convenient access to city services such as park and recreation uses and the greenway. Locating high density housing with these factors in mind, minimizes traffic through local streets and neighborhoods, creates a larger labor pool for businesses, and allows residents convenient access to shopping, parks and recreation facilities encouraging a more walkable pedestrian oriented community life-style. Ramsey Comprehensive Plan Page V-18