§ 13-301. In general.

(a) 4-step process.

Approval of a planned unit development is a 4-step process comprising:

(1) preliminary consultation;

(2) concept plan;

(3) PUD master plan; and

(4) final development plan.

(b) Compliance required.

The procedures, requirements, restrictions, and conditions of this title must be observed in the authorization of a planned unit development.

(1) In accordance with Title 5, Subtitle 5 {"Legislative Authorizations"}, of this Code, at the request of a property's owner or developer, 1 or more members of the City Council may introduce a legislative authorization to approve, amend, or repeal a planned unit development and PUD master plan.

(2) On referral of the bill for the legislative authorization to the Planning Commission, as required by Title 5, Subtitle 5:

(i) the property owner or developer seeking the legislative authorization is considered the applicant for purposes of this title; and

(ii) the procedures of this subtitle apply.