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Februaqf 25, 2003 (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's internal traffic circulation system is adequate to provide for the convenient and safe movement of vehicles and pedestrians, and 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 renovation and construction of 180 apartment units is hereby granted to the applicant subject to the following terms and conditions which shall apply to the applicant and to any successor in interest: (a) Development of the site shall be in accordance with the approved site plan, floor plans, and building elevations as shown on Exhibits 1 through 5, attached hereto and made a part hereof. Any modification of the plans must be reviewed and approved by the Department of Planning and Zoning. (b) The proposed apartment complex shall not exceed more than 180 housing units. (c) A minimum of 360 off-street parking spaces shall be provided. (d) The handling, storage, and disposal of trash and garbage shall be in accordance with a plan approved by the Department of General Services on January 21, 2003. Any modification to the approved plan must be approved by said Department prior to implementation. (e) The applicant shall comply with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations of federal, state and local governments and shall obtain and maintain all necessary licenses and permits (f) All taxes and fees owed in connection with the subject property and operation shall be paid when due (g) The applicant shall provide all current residents with a written plan for their relocation. 3. EXPIRATION OF PERMIT: Unless extended as provided under Section 40-115 of the Code of the City of Portsmouth, Virginia (1988), the group housing use permit shall expire for any portion of the approved project for which building permits have not been issued if the applicant fails to apply for all building permits for the entire project within one year of the adoption of this resolution.