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such as a mixed use center m/traditional neighborhood development (THD). 6) For the purposes of procedural streamlining and to better focus the appropriate locations of uses, restrict the types and numbers of allowable conditional uses. For those uses with performance standards, make them a limited use whereby they are administratively permitted subject towritten standards, G) Amend the ordinance to include bufferyard provisions for ensuring improved compatibility between adjacent areas of different character. The bwfferyardn must vary according to the intensity of abutting development, with a range of options (including combinations of buffer width, plant density, earthen berms, and fencing) tu meet specified standard ofopacity. This would provide adequate buggering of adjacent uses as well exstreet corridors. The existing provisions only specify a 25 foot buffer between multi -family and single family residential developments without any specification as to the type of density of landscaping. 7) Establish a minimum open space ratio ([)SR) within residential development and landscape surface ration (LSR)wbhin nonresidential development, The ratios will vary according to the character mfthe district. These areas will provide visual buffering and shade, accommodate recreational amenities, and provide needed space for stormwa1erdetentiom.