18.96.010 General provisions.
A. Purpose and intent. It is the policy of the city of Talent to provide for multiple-family dwellings that provide diverse housing options with units to accommodate a range of household sizes and income ranges; incorporate good site and building design; contribute to livability, safety, and sustainability; create a stronger community; and foster a quality environment for residents and neighbors.
The guidelines and standards are intended to achieve the following principles that the city encourages for multiple-family development:
1. Livability. Development should contribute to a livable neighborhood by incorporating visually pleasing design, minimizing the impact of vehicles, emphasizing pedestrian connections, and providing open spaces for outdoor use.
2. Compatibility. Development should have a human scale that is appropriate for the surrounding neighborhood and maintains the overall residential character of Talent.
3. Functionality. Development should be functional, by providing desirable amenities for residents and by creating a circulation system that prioritizes pedestrian safety. [Ord. 966 § 3 (Exh. C), 2021.]