Enhanced Development Menu - Applicability and Points (Click here for expanded view)

The Enhanced Development Menu currently applies only to large-scale developments over 20,000 square feet in size. However, even smaller developments also have impacts to the surrounding area and add up over time as more and more small properties redevelop. The proposed updates to the EDM pertaining to the applicability and point requirements would ensure that the community receives benefits from development of all sizes, yet not impose a heavy burden on small-scale projects.

• Expands applicability and updates the point structure to more accurately relate to the size of development.
  1. Single-family detached and attached homes would be exempt, except for new residential subdivisions requiring Major Site Plan review.
  2. There would be considerations for affordable housing by excluding the square footage of affordable units from the development size for the purposes of determining how many EDM points are required.
• A new fee-in-lieu of compliance with the standard would be offered for required points over 50 at a rate of $4,000 per point. The fees would be used to support projects advancing sustainability in the built environment through the Climate Protection & Sustainability Program.
• New items added to the EDM options to allow for greater variety, flexibility, and ability to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. Many of the new updates would help implement other city goals, such as enhanced streetscape design.