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Casa Grande City Zoning Code

CHAPTER 17

20 RESIDENTIAL ZONES

Chapter 17.20 - Tables

Table 17.20.050
Urban Ranch Zone Lot Area and Lot Dimensions
A. Required Lot Area:
Use
Minimum Lot Area
Single-family dwelling units
54,450 square feet1
Other Permitted Uses
54,450 square feet (minimum) unless otherwise specified in chart outlined in Table 17.16.030
1 This may be calculated as an average lot size for lots within a given subdivision, provided no lot is less than 30,400 square feet in size and that not more than ten percent of the lots are less than 32,000 square feet in size.
B. Required Lot Dimensions:
Use
Minimum Lot Width
Minimum Lot Depth
Single-family dwelling units
100 feet
150 feet
Other permitted uses
Lot dimensions to be determined by building area, parking requirements and required setbacks.
C. Density
There shall not be more than one (1) single-family dwelling unit on any one (1) lot.
 
Table 17.20.060
Urban Ranch Zone
 
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Single-family - detached
20' *
10'
20'
40'
All other principal or conditional uses (including their accessory use structures over 675 square feet)
50'
50'
50'
50'
Accessory structures
Per Section 17.52.100
* Side-loaded garages, front porches and garage-forward living areas shall have a minimum front yard setback of 15'.
Maximum Building Height: 28 feet.
 
(Ord. 1397.17.65 § 1, 2025; Ord. 1397.17.55 § 1, 2022; Ord. 1397.17.36 § 4 (part), 2009)
Table 17.20.140
R-1 Zone
A.   Required Lot Area:
Use
Minimum Lot Area
Single-family dwelling units
7,000 square feet1
Other Permitted Uses
Minimum area to be determined by building area, parking requirements, and required setbacks.
1 This may be calculated as an average lot size for lots within a given subdivision, provided no lot is less than 6,600 square feet in size and that not more than 10 percent of the lots are less than 7,000 square feet in size
B.   Required Lot Dimensions:
Use
Minimum Lot Width
Minimum Lot Depth
Single-family dwelling
70 feet
100 feet
Other permitted uses
Lot dimensions to be determined by building area, parking requirements and required setbacks.
C.   Density: There shall not be more than one (1) single-family dwelling unit on any one lot.
 
Table 17.20.150
R-1 Zone
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Single-family - detached
15' *
5'/10' **
15' *
20'
Schools, civic, cultural and religious institutions (including their accessory use structures over 675 square feet)
50'
50'
50'
50'
Accessory structures
Per Section 17.52.100
Structures for all other principal or conditional uses
20'
10'
20'
20'
* A garage door, or the front of a carport, that faces a street shall have a minimum setback of 20'.
** No side shall be less than five feet; at least one side yard shall be a minimum of ten feet.
Maximum Building Height: 28 feet.
 
(Ord. 1397.17.65 § 1, 2025; Ord. 1397.17.55 § 2, 2022; Ord. 1397.17.36 § 4 (part), 2009)
Table 17.20.230
R-1a Zone
A.    Required Lot Area:
Use
Minimum Lot Area
Single-family dwelling units
5,000 square feet
Other Permitted Uses
Minimum area to be determined by building area, parking requirements, and required setbacks
1 This may be calculated as an average lot size for lots within a given subdivision, provided no lot is less than 4,500 square feet in size and that not more than 10 percent of the lots are less than 5,000 square feet in size.
B.    Required Lot Dimensions:
Use
Minimum Lot Width
Minimum Lot Depth
Single-family dwelling units
45 feet
100 feet
Other Permitted Uses
Lot dimensions to be determined by building area, parking requirements and required setbacks.
C.    Density: There shall not be more than one (1) single-family dwelling unit on any one (1) lot.
 
Table 17.20.240
R-1a Zone
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Single-family - detached
15' *
3'/10' **
15' *
20'
Single-family - attached duplex dwellings ***
20' *
3'/10' ***
20'
20'
Schools, civic, cultural and religious institutions (including their accessory use structures over 675 square feet)
50'
50'
50'
50'
Accessory structures
Per Section 17.52.100
Structures for all other principal or conditional uses
20'
3'/10' **
20'
20'
* A garage door, or the front of a carport, that faces a street shall have a minimum setback of 20'.
** At least one side yard shall be a minimum of ten feet; the setback for the remaining side may be a minimum of 3 feet provided that there is a 10-foot separation (minimum) from the adjacent home.
*** Zero lot line development which results in the creation of a two-family residential structure is permitted; however, each unit must be located on a separate lot. Zero side yard setback allowed on interior side yard for duplex units with shared walls.
Maximum Building Height: 28 feet.
 
(Ord. 1397.17.65 § 1, 2025; Ord. 1397.17.55 § 3, 2022; Ord. 1397.17.36 § 4 (part), 2009)
Table 17.20.320
R-2 Zone
Use
Minimum Area Per Unit
Minimum Lot Dimensions1
Outdoor Living Area2
Single-family dwelling
5,000 sq. ft.
Width: 45'
Depth: 90'
600 sq. ft./
dwelling unit
Two-family
dwelling
3,000 sq. ft.
Width: 70'
Depth: 90'
600 sq. ft./
dwelling unit
Three-family dwelling
3,000 sq. ft.
Width: 80'
Depth: 90'
500 sq. ft./
dwelling unit
Four-family
dwelling
3,000 sq. ft
Width: 80'
Depth: 90'
400 sq. ft./
dwelling unit
Townhouse cluster
3,000 sq. ft.3
Width: 90'
Depth: 90'
400 sq. ft./
dwelling unit
Other Permitted Uses
Minimum area and lot dimensions to be determined by building area, parking requirements and required setbacks.
1 These dimensions apply to the initial lot size per structure. Initial lots may be divided to accommodate individual ownership of the structures' dwelling units.
2 Outdoor Living Area in the minimum amount specified above must be provided on any lot occupied by the multiple residence or townhouse building. This space must be easily accessible for daily recreational use by the occupants of the building. Driveways, parking areas, ornamental landscaped areas (having a width of less than 20 feet), and required side or front yards shall not be considered as an Outdoor Living Area, except in the case of interior townhouse units where said unit is less than 20 feet in width, in which case the minimum width of the outdoor living area shall be the width of the lot.
3 May be calculated as average lot size per unit per structure.
 
Table 17.20.340
R-2 Zone
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Single-family - detached
15' *
5'
15' *
20'
Duplex, Tri-plex; Four-plex or Townhome units on separate individual lots
15' *
10' from perimeter side lot lines; zero setback allowed on interior lot lines with shared walls
15' *
20'
Duplex, Tri-plex; Four-plex and Townhomes on one lot
15' *
10'
15' *
20'
Schools, civic, cultural and religious institutions (including their accessory use structures over 675 square feet)
50'
50'
50'
50'
Accessory structures
Per Section 17.52.100
Structures for all other principal or conditional uses
20'
10'
20'
20'
* A garage door, or the front of a carport, that faces a street, shall have a minimum setback of 20'
Maximum Building Height: 28 feet.
 
(Ord. 1397.17.65 § 1, 2025; Ord. 1397.17.55 § 4, 2022; Ord. 1397.17.49 § 1, 2020; Ord. 1397.17.36 §§ 4 (part) and 5 (part), 2009)
Table 17.20.430
R-3 Zone
 
Use
Minimum Area Per Unit
Minimum Lot Dimensions1
Outdoor Living Area2
Multi-family structure
2,000 sq. ft./unit
Width: 90'
Depth: 90'
300 sq. ft./unit
Townhouse cluster
2,000 sq. ft./unit3
Width: 90'
Depth: 90'
400 sq. ft./unit
Other Permitted Uses
Minimum area and lot dimensions to be determined by building area, parking requirements and required setbacks.
1 These dimensions apply to the initial lot size per structure. Initial lots may be divided to accommodate individual ownership of the structures' dwelling units.
2 Outdoor Living Area in the minimum amount specified above must be provided on any lot occupied by the multiple residence or townhouse building. This space must be easily accessible for daily recreational use by the occupants of the building. Driveways, parking areas, ornamental landscaped areas (having a width of less than 20 feet), and required side or front yards shall not be considered as Outdoor Living Area, except in the case of interior townhouse units where said unit is less than 20 feet in width, in which case the minimum width of the outdoor living area shall be the width of the lot.
3 May be calculated as average lot size per unit per structure.
 
Table 17.20.450
R-3 Zone
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Single Family Attached Tri-plex; Four-plex or Townhome Units on separate individual lots
20' *
10' from perimeter side lot lines; zero setback allowed on interior lot lines with shared walls
20'
20'
Tri-plex; Four-plex and Townhomes on one lot
20'
15'
20'
20'
Multi-family buildings with 5+ units
20'
20'
20'
20'
Schools, civic, cultural and religious institutions (including their accessory use structures over 675 square feet)
50'
50'
50'
50'
Accessory structures
Per Section 17.52.100
Structures for all other principal or conditional uses
20'
10'
20'
20'
* Side-loaded garages, front porches and garage-forward living areas shall have a minimum front yard setback of 15'.
Maximum Building Height: 35 feet.
 
(Ord. 1397.17.55 § 5, 2022; Ord. 1397.17.36 §§ 4 (part) and 5 (part), 2009)
Table 17.20.550
R-4 Zone
A.    Required Location:
Use
Minimum Lot Area
Mobile homes to 16' width
3,500 square feet.
Mobile homes over 16' width
4,500 square feet.
Single-family dwelling
5,000 square feet.
Recreational vehicles*
3,500 square feet.
Other Permitted Uses
Minimum area to be determined by building areas, parking requirements and required setbacks.
* Designated spaces within the mobile home community may be set aside for recreational vehicle use, subject to minor site plan review. These spaces are not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the total number of the spaces within the mobile home community, unless a conditional use permit allowing a greater percentage is obtained. In no case shall a mobile home be allowed on a space designed for a recreational vehicle.
B.   Required Lot Dimensions: to be determined by building area, parking requirements, and required setbacks.
 
Table 17.20.560
R-4 Zone
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Manufactured/Mobile/Park Model Homes and RV’s
10'
5'
10'
10'
Single family home (stick-built)
20' *
5'
10'
10'
Schools, civic, cultural and religious institutions (including their accessory use structures over 675 square feet)
50'
50'
50'
50'
Accessory structures
Per Section 17.52.100
Structures for all other principal or conditional uses
20'
10'
20'
20'
* Side-loaded garages, front porches and garage-forward living areas shall have a minimum front yard setback of 15'.
If a manufactured, mobile, park model home or RV features a carport, patio cover, awning, or other extension, setbacks and/or extensions shall be measured from the extension’s leading edge.
Maximum Building Height for Manufactured/Mobile/Park Homes and RV’s: 14 feet.
Maximum Building Height for Single Family stick-built: 28 feet.
Maximum Building Height for schools, civic, cultural, and religious institutions, as well as all other principal or conditional uses: 30 feet.
Height may be increased to 45 feet if building is set back at least 200 feet from property lines.
 
(Ord. 1397.17.55 § 6, 2022; Ord. 1397.17.36 § 6 (part), 2009)
Table 17.20.670
Rural Ranch Zone Lot Area and Lot Dimensions
A.   Required Lot Area:
Use
Minimum Lot Area
Single-family dwelling units
144,000 square feet
Other permitted uses
144,000 square feet (minimum) unless otherwise specified in chart outlined in Table 17.16.030
B.   Required Lot Dimensions:
Use
Minimum Lot Width
Minimum Lot Depth
Single-family dwelling units
300 feet
450 feet
Other permitted uses
Lot dimensions to be determined by building area, parking requirements and required setbacks.
C.   Density
There shall not be more than one (1) single-family dwelling unit on any one (1) lot.
 
(Ord. 1397.17.33 § 5 (part), 2006)
Table 17.20.680
Rural Ranch Zone
 
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Single-family dwelling
20'
10'
20'
40'
All other principal or conditional uses (including their accessory use structures over 675 square feet)
50'
50'
50'
50'
Accessory structures
Per Section 17.52.100
Maximum Building Height: 28 feet.
 
(Ord. 1397.17.65 § 1, 2025; Ord. 1397.17.55 § 7, 2022; Ord. 1397.17.36 § 4 (part), 2009: Ord. 1397.17.33 § 5 (part), 2006)
Table 17.20.760
Suburban Homestead Zone Lot Area and Lot Dimensions
A.   Required Lot Area:
Use
Minimum Lot Area
Single-family dwelling units
87,120 square feet
Other permitted uses
87,120 square feet (minimum) unless otherwise specified in chart outlined in Table 17.16.030
B.   Required Lot Dimensions:
Use
Minimum Lot Width
Minimum Lot Depth
Single-family dwelling units
100 feet
250 feet
Other permitted uses
Lot dimensions to be determined by building area, parking requirements and required setbacks.
C.   Density
There shall not be more than one (1) single-family dwelling unit on any one (1) lot.
 
(Ord. 1397.17.34 § 5 (part), 2009)
Table 17.20.770
Suburban Homestead Zone
 
Use
Minimum Front Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Corner Side Yard Setback from Property Line
Minimum Rear Yard Setback from Property Line
Single-family dwelling
30'
10'
20'
40'
All other principal or conditional uses (including their accessory use structures over 675 square feet)
50'
50'
50'
50'
Accessory structures
Per Section 17.52.100
Maximum Building Height: 28 feet.
 
(Ord. 1397.17.65 § 1, 2025; Ord. 1397.17.55 § 8, 2022; Ord. 1397.17.36 § 6 (part), 2009: Ord. 1397.17.34 § 5 (part), 2009)

17.20.010 Purpose of provisions.

   A.   The purpose of the Urban Ranch Residential (UR) Zone is to provide principally for the development of single family detached dwelling units at very low densities and to provide for the establishment and/or maintenance of a wide range of agricultural uses. The primary purpose of requiring larger minimum lot sizes is to assure an adequate area for the very low density residential lifestyles that currently exist within the city limits, and to continue to allow for the various forms of agricultural activities for indefinite periods of time.
   B.   This zone shall be applied to those city areas which are not only generally rural in character, but also those areas which may undergo more intensive development. In which case, the same zoning district shall be considered as a “holding” classification.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.1.1, 1987)

17.20.020 Principally permitted uses.

   For principally permitted uses in the UR Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.1.2, 1987)

17.20.030 Conditionally permitted uses.

   For conditionally permitted uses in the UR Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.1.3, 1987)

17.20.040 Permitted accessory uses.

   For permitted accessory uses in the UR Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.1.4, 1987)

17.20.050 Lot area and dimensions.

   Lot area and dimensions for the UR Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.050 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1397.17.25 § 1, 2000; Ord. 1178 § 5.1.5, 1987)

17.20.060 Setbacks, yards and heights.

   Setbacks, yards and heights for the UR Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.060 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.1.6, 1987)

17.20.070 Permitted encroachment into required setbacks.

   Permitted encroachments into required setbacks in the UR Zone are as follows:
   A.   Open steps and decks shall be permitted to extend into the required front and side yard setbacks a distance of not more than five feet.
   B.   Covered patios, decks, porches or carports shall not be permitted encroachments in any required front or side yard setbacks.
   C.   Normal roof projections (eaves) into required side yards: A house or garage roof may not be constructed within three feet of a side property line.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.1.7, 1987)

17.20.080 Additional building and performance standards.

   Development of any portion of land within the UR Zone shall be subject to all applicable requirements of Chapters 17.52 through 17.64 of this title. Furthermore, if the proposed uses include more than just the normal farming operations (i.e. packing, processing, sales and/or auction yards, etc.) the planning director shall require all necessary fencing, and/or screening of the proposed uses (see Articles III. and V. of Chapter 17.52 of this title) if it is deemed to be in the best interests of the surrounding land uses and/or development pattern.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.1.8, 1987)

17.20.090 Property in floodplains to comply with certain requirements.

   Any property located in the UR Zone and any floodplain as designated in Chapter 15.40 of this code and must comply with Chapter 15.40 requirements.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.1.9, 1987)

17.20.100 Purpose of provisions.

   The purpose of the R-1 Zone is to provide for the development of single-family detached dwellings and directly related complementary uses at a low density. The R-1 Zone is intended to be strictly residential in character with a minimum of disturbances due to traffic or overcrowding.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.2.1, 1987)

17.20.110 Principally permitted uses.

   For principally permitted uses in the R-1 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.2.2, 1987)

17.20.120 Conditionally permitted uses.

   For conditionally permitted uses in the R-1 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.2.3, 1987)

17.20.130 Permitted accessory uses.

   For permitted accessory uses in the R-1 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.2.4, 1987)

17.20.140 Lot area and dimensions.

   Lot area and dimensions for the R-1 Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.140 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.2.5, 1987)

17.20.150 Setbacks, yards and heights.

   Setback, yard and height requirements for the R-1 Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.150 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.2.6, 1987)

17.20.160 Permitted encroachment into required setbacks.

   For permitted encroachments into required setbacks in the R-1 Zone see Section 17.20.070 of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.2.7, 1987)

17.20.170 Additional building and performance standards.

   Development of any parcel of land within the R-1 Zone shall be subject to all applicable requirements of Chapters 17.52 through 17.64 of this title.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.2.8, 1987)

17.20.180 Property in floodplains to comply with certain requirements.

   Any property located in the R-1 Zone and any floodplain as designated in Chapter 15.40 of this code, must comply with Chapter 15.40 requirements.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.2.9, 1987)

17.20.190 Purpose of provisions.

   The purpose of the R-1a Zone is to provide for the development of single-family dwellings and directly related complementary uses at a moderate density. The R-1a Zone is intended to be strictly residential in character with a minimum of disturbances due to traffic or overcrowding.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.3.1, 1987)

17.20.200 Principally permitted uses.

   For principally permitted uses in the R-1a Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.3.2, 1987)

17.20.210 Conditionally permitted uses.

   For conditionally permitted uses in the R-1a Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.3.3, 1987)

17.20.220 Permitted accessory uses.

   For permitted accessory uses in the R-1a Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.3.4, 1987)

17.20.230 Lot area and dimensions.

   Lot area and dimensions in the R-1a Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.230 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.3.5, 1987)

17.20.240 Setbacks, yards and heights.

   Setback, yard and height requirements in the R-1a Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.240 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.3.6, 1987)

17.20.250 Permitted encroachment into required setbacks.

   For permitted encroachment into required setbacks in the R-1a Zone, see Section 17.20.070 of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.3.7, 1987)

17.20.260 Additional building and performance standards.

   Development of any parcel of land within the R-1a Zone shall be subject to all applicable requirements of Chapters 17.52 through 17.64 of this title.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.3.8, 1987)

17.20.270 Property in floodplains to comply with certain requirements.

   Any property located in the R-1a Zone and any floodplain as designated in Chapter 15.40 of this code, must comply with Chapter 15.40 requirements.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.3.9, 1987)

17.20.280 Purpose of provisions.

   The purpose of the R-2 Zone is to provide for medium density housing in multiple-family structures and directly related complementary uses. The R-2 Zone is designed to allow economical use of land while creating an attractive, functional and safe residential environment.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.1, 1987)

17.20.290 Principally permitted uses.

   For principally permitted uses in the R-2 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.2, 1987)

17.20.300 Conditionally permitted uses.

   For conditionally permitted uses in the R-2 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.3, 1987)

17.20.310 Permitted accessory uses.

   For permitted accessory uses in the R-2 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.4, 1987)

17.20.320 Lot area and dimensions.

   In determining minimum lot area and minimum lot dimensions in the R-2 Zone, use Table 17.20.320 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.5, 1987)

17.20.330 Schedule of allowances.

   The minimum areas per unit in Table 17.20.320 may be adjusted according to the following, except allowance shall not be made for two or three family dwellings.
   A.   For each parking stall in or under the residence, or otherwise completely underground, subtract four hundred square feet from the total minimum lot area.
   B.   For each unit with a balcony or patio greater than forty square feet, subtract one hundred square feet from the outdoor living area.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.6, 1987)

17.20.340 Setbacks, yards and heights.

   For setbacks, yards and heights in the R-2 Zone see Table 17.20.340 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.7, 1987)

17.20.350 Multi-family accessory buildings.

   A.   Accessory buildings shall observe the same setback requirements established for the multiple residence building except that accessory buildings located within the rear yard of the multiple-residence building may be located to within five feet of the rear or interior side property line. The city council may require common walls for accessory buildings on the same lot where common walls will eliminate unsightly and hazardous areas. Accessory buildings on the same lot shall otherwise be separated by a distance of not less than ten feet.
   B.   Exteriors of accessory buildings shall have an exterior finish compatible to the main structure. Compatibility shall be determined by the city based on type and use of building materials.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.8, 1987)

17.20.360 Required distance between buildings.

   When two or more principal buildings are located on one lot, the minimum separation between any two adjacent principal buildings shall be a distance not less than twenty feet.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.9, 1987)

17.20.370 Additional building and performance standards.

   Development of any parcel of land within the R-2 Zone shall be subject to all applicable requirements of Chapters 17.52 through 17.64 of this title.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.10, 1987)

17.20.380 Property in floodplains to comply with certain requirements.

   Any property located in the R-2 Zone and any floodplain as designated in Chapter 15.40, must comply with Chapter 15.40 requirements.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.4.11, 1987)

17.20.390 Purpose of provisions.

   The purpose of the R-3 Zone is to provide for high density housing in multiple-family structures and directly related complementary uses. The R-3 Zone is designed to allow highly economical use of land while creating an attractive, functional and safe residential environment.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.5.1, 1987)

17.20.400 Principally permitted uses.

   For principally permitted uses in the R-3 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.5.2, 1987)

17.20.410 Conditionally permitted uses.

   For conditionally permitted uses in the R-3 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.5.3, 1987)

17.20.420 Permitted accessory uses.

   For permitted accessory uses in the R-3 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.5.4, 1987)

17.20.430 Lot area and dimensions.

   In determining minimum lot area and minimum lot dimensions in the R-3 Zone, Table 17.20.430 codified at the end of this chapter shall be used.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.5.5, 1987)

17.20.440 Schedule of allowances.

   The minimum areas per unit in Section 17.20.430 above may be adjusted in accordance with Section 17.20.330 of the R-2 Zone.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.5.6, 1987)

17.20.450 Setbacks, yards and heights.

   Minimum setbacks from property line in the R-3 Zone shall be as set out in Table 17.20.450 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1397.17.31 § 1, 2002; Ord. 1178 § 5.5.7, 1987)

17.20.460 Accessory buildings.

   For accessory buildings in the R-3 Zone, see Section 17.20.350 of this title.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.5.8, 1987)

17.20.470 Required distance between buildings.

   For required distance between buildings in the R-3 Zone, see Section 17.20.360 of this title.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.5.9, 1987)

17.20.480 Additional building and performance standards.

   Development of any parcel of land within the R-3 Zone shall be subject to all applicable requirements of Chapters 17.52 through 17.64 of this title.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.5.10, 1987)

17.20.490 Property in floodplains to comply with certain requirements.

   Any property located in the R-3 Zone and any floodplain as designated in Chapter 15.40, must comply with Chapter 15.40 requirements.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.5.11, 1987)

17.20.500 Purpose of provisions.

   The purpose of the R-4 Zone is to promote affordable housing and make economical use of the land by allowing the development of mobile home communities at medium densities.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.1, 1987)

17.20.510 R-4 Zone established.

   No R-4 Zone may be established unless the site contains at least ten acres of land.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.2, 1987)

17.20.520 Principally permitted uses.

   For principally permitted uses in the R-4 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.3, 1987)

17.20.530 Conditionally permitted uses.

   For conditionally permitted uses in the R-4 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.4, 1987)

17.20.540 Permitted accessory uses.

   For permitted accessory uses in the R-4 Zone, see Table 17.16.030 A in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.5, 1987)

17.20.550 Lot area and dimensions.

   Lot area and dimension requirements in the R-4 Zone shall be as set out in Table 17.20.550 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.6, 1987)

17.20.560 Setbacks, yards and heights.

   Setback, yard and height requirements for the R-4 Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.560 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.7, 1987)

17.20.570 Permitted encroachment into required setbacks.

   For permitted encroachment into required setbacks in the R-4 Zone, see Section 17.20.070.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.8, 1987)

17.20.590 Required maintenance of property.

   Required maintenance of property in the R-4 Zone shall be as follows:
   A.   There shall be no occupancy of any mobile home until an occupancy permit is issued; no occupancy permit shall be issued unless the mobile home is connected to public sewer and water lines;
   B.   No mobile home may be parked on a roadway for more than twenty-four hours;
   C.   No abandoned, burned, or wrecked mobile home may be kept within the R-4 Zone for more than thirty days;
   D.   Each mobile home must bear an insignia which attests that the construction of mobile home meets regulation A119.1 of the American National Standards Institute (adopted by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developments);
   E.   Standard mobile home skirting must be provided around the entire perimeter of the mobile home between the bottom of the body and the mobile home and the ground;
   F.   Each mobile home must be securely anchored to a permanent concrete pad acceptable to the city;
   G.   There shall be no exposed outdoor storage of furniture (except lawn furniture), household goods, tools, equipment, or building materials or supplies.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.10, 1987)

17.20.600 Required inspections - Authority.

   A.   The city zoning administrator or agent is authorized to make inspections as are necessary to determine satisfactory compliance with this title and shall have the authority to enter at reasonable times upon any private or public real property for the purpose of inspection and investigating conditions relating to the enforcement of this title.
   B.   It shall be the duty of the owners of mobile home parks or persons in charge thereof, or owners or occupants of a lot in a mobile home subdivision, to allow the city zoning administrator or his agent free access to such premises at reasonable times for the purpose of inspections.
   C.   It shall be the duty of every occupant of a mobile home park to allow the owner thereof, or his agents or employees, access to any part of the mobile home park at reasonable times for the purpose of making repairs or alterations as may be necessary to effect compliance with this title or with any lawful order issued pursuant to the provisions of this title.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.11, 1987)

17.20.610 Additional building and performance standards.

   Development of any parcel of land within the R-4 Zone shall be subject to all applicable requirements of Chapters 17.52 through 17.64 of this title.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.12, 1987)

17.20.620 Property in floodplains to comply with certain requirements.

   Any property located in the R-4 Zone and any floodplain as designated in Chapter 15.40, must comply with Chapter 15.40 requirements.
(Ord. 1178 § 5.6.13, 1987)

17.20.630 Purpose of provisions.

   A.   The purpose of the Rural Ranch (RR) Residential Zone is to provide principally for the development of single-family detached dwelling units at very low densities, and to provide for the establishment and/or maintenance of a wide range of agricultural uses. The primary purpose of requiring larger minimum lot sizes is to assure an adequate area for the very low density residential lifestyles that currently exist within the city limits, to continue to allow for various forms of agricultural activities, and to preserve the rich history of a rural nature within the city.
   B.   This zone may be applied both to those city areas which are generally rural in character or to those areas which may undergo more intensive development. In the latter case, the same zoning district shall be considered as a “holding” classification.
(Ord. 1397.17.33 § 4 (part), 2006)

17.20.640 Principally permitted uses.

   For principally permitted uses in the RR Zone, see Table 17.16.030A, Section A., in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(1397.17.33 § 4 (part), 2006)

17.20.650 Conditionally permitted uses.

   For conditionally permitted uses in the RR Zone, see Table 17.16.030A, Section B., in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1397.17.33 § 4 (part), 2006)

17.20.660 Permitted accessory uses.

   For permitted accessory uses in the RR Zone, see Table 17.16.030A, Section C., in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1397.17.33 § 4 (part), 2006)

17.20.670 Lot area and dimensions.

   Lot area and dimensions for the RR Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.670 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1397.17.33 § 4 (part), 2006)

17.20.680 Setbacks, yards and heights.

   Setbacks, yards and heights for the RR Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.680 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1397.17.33 § 4 (part), 2006)

17.20.690 Permitted encroachment into required setbacks.

   Permitted encroachments into required setbacks in the RR Zone are as follows:
   A.   Open steps and decks shall be permitted to extend into the required front and side yard setbacks a distance of not more than five feet.
   B.   Covered patios, decks, porches or carports shall not be permitted encroachments in any required front or side yard setbacks.
   C.   Normal roof projections (eaves) into required side yards. A house or garage roof may not be constructed within three feet of a side property line.
1397.17.33 § 4 (part), 2006)

17.20.700 Additional building and performance standards.

   Development of any portion of land within the RR Zone shall be subject to all applicable requirements of Chapters 17.52 through 17.64 of this title. Furthermore, if the proposed uses include more than just normal farming operations (i.e., packing, processing, sales and/or auction yards, etc.), the planning director shall require all necessary fencing and/or screening of the proposed uses (see Articles III and V of Chapter 17.52 of this title), if it is deemed to be in the best interests of the surrounding land uses and/or development pattern.
(Ord. 1397.17.33 § 4 (part), 2006)

17.20.710 Property in floodplains to comply with certain requirements.

   Any property located in the RR Zone, and any floodplain as designated in Chapter 15.40 of this code, and must comply with Chapter 15.40 requirements.
(Ord. 1397.17.33 § 4 (part), 2006)

17.20.720 Purpose of provisions.

   A.   The purpose of the Suburban Homestead (SH) Residential Zone is to provide principally for the development of single-family detached dwelling units at very low densities, and to provide for the establishment and/or maintenance of a wide range of agricultural uses. The primary purpose of requiring larger minimum lot sizes is to assure an adequate area for the very low density residential lifestyles that currently exist within the city limits, to continue to allow for various forms of agricultural activities, and to preserve the rich history of a rural nature within the city.
   B.   This zone may be applied both to those city areas that are generally rural in character, or to those areas that may undergo more intensive development. In the latter case, the same zoning district shall be considered as a “holding” classification.
(Ord. 1397.17.34 § 4 (part), 2009)

17.20.730 Principally permitted uses.

   For principally permitted uses in the SH Zone, see Table 17.16.030A, Section A, in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1397.17.34 § 4 (part), 2009)

17.20.740 Conditionally permitted uses.

   For conditionally permitted uses in the SH Zone, see Table 17.16.030A, Section B, in Chapter 17 of this code.
(Ord. 1397.17.34 § 4 (part), 2009)

17.20.750 Permitted accessory uses.

   For permitted accessory uses in the SH Zone, see Table 17.16.030A, Section C, in Chapter 17.16 of this code.
(Ord. 1397.17.34 § 4 (part), 2009)

17.20.760 Lot area and dimensions.

   Lot area and dimensions for the SH Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.760 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1397.17.34 § 4 (part), 2009)

17.20.770 Setbacks, yards and heights.

   Setbacks, yards and heights for the SH Zone are as set out in Table 17.20.770 codified at the end of this chapter.
(Ord. 1397.17.34 § 4 (part), 2009)

17.20.780 Permitted encroachments into required setbacks.

   Permitted encroachments into required setbacks in the SH Zone are as follows:
   A.   Open steps and decks shall be permitted to extend into the required front and side yard setbacks a distance of not more than five feet.
   B.   Covered patios, decks, porches or carports shall not be permitted encroachments in any required front or side yard setbacks.
   C.   Normal roof projections (eaves) into required side yards: a house or garage roof may not be constructed within three feet of a side property line.
(Ord. 1397.17.34 § 4 (part), 2009)

17.20.790 Additional building and performance standards.

   Development of any portion of land within the SH Zone shall be subject to all applicable requirements of Chapters 17.52 through 17.64 of this title. Furthermore, if the proposed uses include more than just normal farming operations (i.e., packing, processing, sales and/or auction yards, etc.), the planning director shall require all necessary fencing and/or screening of the proposed uses (see Articles III and V of Chapter 17.52 of this title), if it is deemed to be in the best interests of the surrounding land uses and/or development pattern.
(Ord. 1397.17.34 § 4 (part), 2009)

17.20.800 Property in floodplains to comply with certain requirements.

   Any property located in the SH Zone and any floodplain, as designated in Chapter 15.40 of this code, must comply with Chapter 15.40 requirements.
(Ord. 1397.17.34 § 4 (part), 2009)