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HAMBURG SIA DISTRICT ZONING 5 GEIS for Pre-Permitted designation will also set thresholds and conditions and further evaluate layouts of the site. 2. As stated in the Pre-Permitted law, if this designation is received, proposed development phases and projects would not be subject to further Town Board/Planning Board reviews. Engineering plans/site plans/subdivision plans will be submitted to a SIA District Committee, to be created by the Hamburg Town Board. The format of these plans shall be in accordance with the Town requirements for site plan/subdivision review. If this Committee finds the project to be in conformance with the SEQR findings and Town standards, and other regulatory permits and approvals have been issued, the applicant can proceed with applications to the Town Building Inspection Department for site-clearing and building permits. I. Timeframe for Construction 1. Time frames will be set at the time of approvals. 2. If the time frames set for commencement of construction are exceeded, the applicant shall return to the Town Board to receive an updated approval. Section 280-XYZ Objectives In reviewing proposals within the SIA, the Town Board shall consider whether the following objectives are achieved. To demonstrate that these objectives are achieved the applicant shall develop a plan that complies with the principles and physical character described in the Buffalo Bills Stadium Economic Impact Area Plan (2025). A. Economic Vitality. Creation of a unique destination that supports attracts private investment and expands the Town’s tax base. B. Integrated Land Uses. Promotion of a cohesive land use mix, including retail, dining, entertainment, residential (townhomes and other smaller scale residential building types), office, and community facilities, arranged in a compact and walkable pattern. C. Public Realm Excellence. Provision of usable and well-located open spaces, plazas, and pedestrian-oriented streets that create a vibrant public life. Public art is an important component of the public real experience. D. Neighborhood Compatibility. Preservation and enhancement of surrounding residential character through transitional design, green buffers, and context-sensitive building massing. E. Transportation and Access. Advancement of multimodal circulation systems—including pedestrian, bicycle, shuttle, and vehicular access—that mitigate traffic impacts and improve safety, particularly on event days. F. Design Quality. Coordination of architectural styles, building forms, and site design to achieve compatibility, visual interest, and climate-appropriate construction. Inclusive Design principles ensure accommodation for persons of all ages and abilities. G. Environmental and Cultural Stewardship. Preservation and integration of natural features, sustainable practices, and opportunities for cultural or recreational facilities that reflect Hamburg’s community identity. 124