8-7-3-3: PUBLIC SITES AND OPEN SPACES:

Public sites and open spaces shall conform to the following:

   A.   Public Uses: Where it is determined that a proposed park, playground, school or other public use shown on the future acquisition map, as authorized in section 67-6517, Idaho Code, is located in whole or in part within a proposed development, the commission shall notify the appropriate public agency concerning the land proposed to be acquired. Within thirty (30) days of the date of notice, the public agency may request the governing body to suspend consideration on the permit for sixty (60) days from the date of the request; however, if an agreement is not reached within sixty (60) days, the commission shall resume consideration of the conditional use application.

   B.   Natural Features: Existing natural features which add value to residential development and enhance the attractiveness of the community (such as trees, watercourses, historic spots and similar irreplaceable assets) shall be preserved in the design of the development.

   C.   Special Developments: In the case of planned unit developments and large scale developments, the council may require sufficient park or open space facilities of acceptable size, location and site characteristics that may be suitable for the proposed development. (Ord. 40, 10-1978, rev. 9-1980)