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To compensate for any decrease in lot size, the development shall set aside common open space. The amount of usable open space to be provided shall be determined by:

A. Subtracting the required square footage requirement set forth in the underlying zoning district from the amount of each lot that is smaller than required; and then

B. Adding together the results obtained in subsection (A) of this section for each lot.

C. Maintenance of common open space shall be assured by covenants or other permanent legal mechanisms acceptable to the city attorney. Such covenants shall determine maintenance responsibilities and a financial plan for their payment.

D. Developments that exceed design features, open space requirements and recreational facilities for the underlying zone, or utilizes alternative energy conservation measures, may request an increase in allowed residential density for five percent or less.

(Prior code § 11.018.040)