The intent of this chapter shall be to set down regulations under which development can be carried out that will achieve a better relationship between open space and buildings, greater harmony between the development and the surrounding area, wider variety of residential settings, more economical development, accommodation of affordable housing, superior maintenance of buildings and premises, and a better living environment than is possible to achieve by developing on a lot-by-lot basis. Upon approval of a planned unit development, the features and dimensions shown on the approved plan will constitute the zoning restrictions and regulations as applied to the territory shown on the approved plan. (Ord. 99-06 (part), 1999: prior code § 27-23-1)