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September 12. 2006 (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 construction of three residential apartment units is hereby granted to the applicants subject to the following terms and conditions that shall be observed by the applicants and any successor in interest: (a) The group housing project shall be limited to three (3) apartment units. (b) The applicant shall adhere to the submitted plans entitled Architectural Site Plan, Exhibit A (First Floor) - Phase I, Exhibit A (Second Floor) - Phase II and Exhibit B - Queen Street Elevation on file in the City Office of Planning and Zoning. (c) The applicant shall be responsible for the cost of establishing andlor upgrading the necessary utilities. (d) The applicant shall be responsible for obtaining a utility easement from adjacent property owners. (e) The applicant shall adhere to the approved trash-handling plan, which includes City trash pick-up. (f) The applicant shall adhere to the conditions of the Parking Exception approved April 5, 2005, requiring the residents to park in the lot at the corner of Green and Queen Streets or other off-street location. (g) The project shall be built in compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations of federal, state, and local governments, (h) All required licenses and permits shall be obtained before construction and remain in effect during the construction process. (i) Taxes and fees associated with the property shall be paid when due