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(b) The density of the project does not exceed the maximum allowable density for the zoning district, and, where applicable, the floor-area ratio of the project does not exceed the maximum allowable floor-area ratio for the zoning district; (c) The project as a whole conforms to applicable requirements for minimum required floor area for dwelling units, minimum allowable area for dwelling units, maximum allowable area for the number of dwelling units, and the maximum allowable area devoted to residential purposes; (d) The quantity, quality, utility, size and type of the project's open space and landscaping improvements is sufficient to offset the decreases in dimensional requirements or other deviations from the zoning district in which the project is located; (e) The project will not cause surrounding streets and roads to exceed their safe capacities; (f) The quantity, quality, utility and type of the project's community and common facilities are sufficient to offset the decreases in dimensional requirements and other deviations from the zoning district in which the project is located; (g) The project complies with the standards for approval of a use permit set forth in Section 40-106 of the Code of the City of Portsmouth, Virginia; and (h) The project provides parking, building access and pathways for persons with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. 2. That a group housing use permit for the conversion of a duplex into two residential condominium units is hereby granted to the applicant subject to the following terms and conditions that shall be observed by the applicant and any successor in interest: (a) The nonconforming use of the property as a two-family structure in a single-family zoning district shall not be expanded. Any expansion of the use shall subject the property to the group housing use permit requirements of the City Code (SS 40-111, et seq., as amended). (b) All taxes and fees associated with the property shall be paid when due.