§ 9-3. Experimental subdivisions.

The Planning Commission may waive, vary, or modify the standards and requirements of these regulations, if in its judgment, an unusual or experimental subdivision might prove of considerable merit toward:

(1)

The use of unusual materials in constructing required improvements;

(2)

A new or untried design concept in the Atmore area which appears promising.

Special attention may be given to experimental subdivisions which are related to low-cost housing design or energy conservation. The Planning Commission shall require the applicant to provide a written proposal stating the nature of the experiment and cost-benefit study following the implementation of same.

9-3-1  Conditions. In granting variances, modifications, and approval for experimental subdivisions, the Planning Commission may require such conditions as will, in its judgment, secure substantially the objectives of the standards or requirements so varied, modified, or approved. These may include, without being limited to: personal, surety, performance, or maintenance bonds, affidavits, covenants, or other legal instruments.