[The purpose is] to establish and provide for a less restrictive type of residential development at higher densities, to protect existing multifamily residences, and to provide for their orderly development in the future.

(72.1)

Any use permitted in the R-1B Single-Family Residential district will be permitted in the R-2 Multiple Family zone provided that such uses shall be subject to the limitations and controls as set forth in Articles VI and XI for those uses.

(72.2)

Multiple-family dwelling units for any number of families will be permitted in an R-2 zone. There shall be provided a minimum of one parking space per dwelling unit on each lot.

(72.3)

Apartment hotel or hotel, for any number of guests and in which incidental business may be conducted primarily as a service for persons residing therein, provided there shall be no entrance to such apartments or rooms except from the inside of the building, and one off-street parking space is provided for every three (3) rooms.

(72.4)

Signs not exceeding eight (8) square feet in area will be permitted to identify R-2 zone uses. Such signs shall be located not less than fifteen (15) feet from the front lot line of the property so identified.

(72.5)

Trailer parks, as discussed in Article XII, section 124.

(72.6)

Personal care homes, nursing homes, convalescent homes and hospitals shall be permitted in the R-2 zone.

(Ord. of 4-26-1995)

Any use permitted in the R-2 area shall apply in the R-2A Multifamily zone, subject to lot requirements for the R-2 district.

(73.1)

Upon approval of location by City Council after recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Board, the following permitted uses are added:

(A.)

Manufactured homes on individual lots, subject to the housing standards and Requirements as set forth herein.

(B.)

Day Care Homes as defined in Chapter 290-2-2 & 3 of the Rules of the Department of Human Resources and Family and Children Services [Ga. Comp. Rules and Regs. chs. 290-2-2, 290-2-3]. Also, As defined in O.C.G.A. § 49-5-3(8).

(73.2)

Housing Standards: Dwelling units shall comply with the following minimum Standards:

(A)

The structure shall be of such size so that each dwelling unit shall be a minimum of twenty (20) feet in width, a minimum of forty (40) feet in length, and with a minimum total square footage of 900 square feet exclusive of open porches, patios and garages.

(B)

The roof shall have a minimum of 3:12 pitch, a surface of wood shakes, asphalt composition, wood shingles, concrete, clay, fiberglass, or metal tiles, slate, or built-up gravel materials.

(C)

The exterior siding material shall consist of wood, masonry, concrete, stucco, masonite, metal or vinyl lap, or other like materials approved by the City.

(D)

The structure must be attached to a permanent foundation in accordance with state building codes and state rules and regulations for manufactured homes.

(E)

Within forty-five (45) days after the new home is delivered to the lot, the area beneath the structure shall be enclosed with a facing of brick, stucco, concrete, stone, or like materials approved by the City.

(F)

Each exterior door must have compatible steps and porches, or landings adjacent to the threshold constructed in accordance with state building codes. No metal steps will be allowed on the front, back or side entrances of any home. Front porches are required and must have a minimum floor area of 6 feet × 8 feet. Porches for doors on side and rear must have a minimum floor area of 4 feet × 6 feet. Such permanent porches with steps must be completed within forty-five (45) days after the home is delivered to the lot.

(G)

The structure shall be connected with an approved water source, sewage disposal system, and electrical service as required by the City.

(H)

The structure shall be oriented on the lot so that its front faces a street, and is similarly oriented as adjacent structures.

(I)

In addition to the above standards, the structure must be of like size, materials, and general appearance as to be compatible and harmonious with adjacent structures and the neighborhood.

(J)

In the event such manufactured home is located upon a lot for the purpose of replacing a dilapidated structure located on such lot, then in such event, such dilapidated structure must be torn down and removed within ninety (90) days after the new home is delivered to the lot.

(K)

Within forty-five (45) days after the new home has been delivered, all wheels and axles, if any, must be removed from the unit and the same must have been placed upon a permanent foundation on the land.

(73.3)

Dimensional Requirements. The area, height, and setback requirements for this district are specified under R-2 district in Article XI. (Sec. 111 schedule.)

(73.4)

Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any provisions of 73.2 shall be fined not less than $5.00 or more than $250.00 for each offense, and a separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues.

(Ord. of 10-23-2000; Ord. of 6-14-2004, § 1)

The purpose of this district is to provide a suitable area for development of planned single-family and multiple-family residential communities at a higher density that allow a full range of residential uses and housing types, open space and green area. This area may include single-family as set forth in R-1, and detached and/or attached patio homes, cluster homes, townhouses, condominiums, which may share a wall with a neighbor.

(74.1)

Permitted uses in High density multiple family residential development, R-3.

Upon approval of location by City Council after recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Board, the following permitted uses are authorized:

(A)

Any permitted use in the R-1;

(B)

Permanent multi-family, detached and/or attached patio homes;

(C)

Permanent multi-family, detached and/or attached Townhouses and/or condominiums;

(D)

Manufactured homes and Day Care Homes are not permitted.

(74.2)

Housing Standards: Dwelling units shall comply with the following minimum Standards:

(A)

The permanent structure shall be of such size and dimensions as specified in Sec. 111A for R-3 including open porches, patios and garages.

(B)

The roof shall have a minimum of 4:12 pitch, a surface of wood shakes, asphalt composition, wood shingles, concrete, clay, fiberglass, or metal tiles, slate, or built-up gravel material.

(C)

The exterior siding material shall consist of wood, masonry, concrete, stucco, Masonite, metal or vinyl lap, or other like materials approved by the City.

(D)

The structure must be attached to a permanent foundation in accordance with state building codes and state rules and regulations.

(E)

Each unit shall be connected to City water and City sewage disposal system.

(F)

Each unit shall be connected with an approved electrical service as required by the City.

(G)

The structure shall be oriented on property so that its front faces a street, and is similarly oriented as adjacent structures.

(H)

In addition to the above standards, the structure must be of like size, materials, and general appearance as to be compatible and harmonious with adjacent structures and the neighborhood.

(74.3)

Dimensional Requirements. The area, height, and setback requirements for this district are specified under R-3 district in Article XI (Sec. 111A schedule).

(74.4)

Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any provisions of Sec. 74.2 shall be fined as set forth in Sec. 1-8 with fines and penalties on a schedule maintained by the City Clerk and a separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues, said fine being not less than $250.00 or more than $500.00 per offense.

(Ord. No. 2025-002, Exh. A, 2-10-2025)