The higher density residential zoning district (HDRZD) provides for a mix of housing types and densities, but is protected from conflict with commercial and industrial uses. Conflict between different densities of residential development within the HDRZD will be avoided or mitigated by requiring approval of a class II permit for subdivisions, mobile home parks, and most multiple- family dwellings. Home businesses are permitted, but only in compliance with performance standards that require them to be compatible with neighboring homes. Schools, churches, daycare centers, and parks are also allowed, but only after public review and approval of a class II permit ensures that they are compatible with a predominantly residential environment. (Ord. 459-13, 2013)

The permitted uses in the HDRZD shall be:

Accessory uses and buildings customarily associated with the uses permitted in this zoning district, including the class II permit uses.

Home businesses, in compliance with the detailed performance standards of chapter 17.64 of this title.

Minor utility installations.

One- or two-family dwellings and multiple-family (attached) dwellings containing no more than eight (8) dwelling units.

A class I permit shall be required for the establishment of any new use or building listed above, unless that use or building is specifically exempted from the requirement for a permit by section 17.16A.020 or 17.16A.030 of this title. (Ord. 459-13, 2013)

The uses that may be permitted only upon approval of a class II permit in the HDRZD shall be:

Mobile home parks.

Multiple-family (attached) residential developments containing more than eight (8) dwelling units.

Schools, churches, daycare centers, and parks.

Subdivisions designed for occupancy by any of the dwelling types or densities permitted in this zoning district, and by the class II permit uses listed here. (Ord. 459-13, 2013)

The specification standards for development within the HDRZD shall be as shown in section 17.44.010 of this title, with the addition of the following standards for the spacing of units within mobile home parks:

   A.   Front setback (from internal streets): Fifteen feet (15');

   B.   Side setback: Six feet (6'); and

   C.   Rear setback: Six feet (6'). (Ord. 459-13, 2013)

Development in the HDRZD shall be subject to the general performance standards of chapter 17.48 of this title, as applicable, and the additional performance standards adopted herein.

   A.   Accessory Buildings: Accessory buildings shall be permitted in side or rear yards only, and are subject to the setback requirements of section 17.44.010 of this title. Accessory buildings shall also be separated from other buildings on the same lot by at least five feet (5').

   B.   Outdoor Storage: Outdoor storage shall be confined to side or rear yards and screened from public view and neighboring properties by a dense evergreen hedge or an opaque fence or wall that is at least six feet (6') in height.

Exception: Construction equipment and materials may be temporarily stored in a front yard, but shall be removed promptly upon completion of construction.

The parking of a currently licensed vehicle is not outdoor storage.

   C.   Internal Circulation: Multiple-family developments that include multiple buildings and mobile home parks shall provide a safe system of internal circulation that is maintained by the owner or operator, or, in the case of condominiums, the owners' association. Internal circulation systems shall comply with the detailed performance standards of chapters 17.56 and 17.60 of this title.

   D.   Landscaped Buffers: Developments in the HDRZD shall install and maintain any landscaped buffers required by section 17.44.020 of this title. (Ord. 459-13, 2013)