The following zoning districts are hereby established. For the interpretation of this title, the zoning districts have been formulated to realize the general purposes as set forth in this title. In addition, the specific purpose of each zoning district shall be as stated.

(Ord. No. 804, 11-28-1989)

A.

Agricultural A district. The purpose of the A district is to provide for urban compatible, small scale agricultural activities within the city limits.

B.

Residential R district. The purpose of the R district is to permit the establishment of residential dwellings and other uses that are compatible with residential uses. Centralized water and sewer facilities are required in the R district in accordance with section 7-6-2 of this Code.

R-1 Single-family dwellings

R-2 Two-family dwellings/duplexes

R-3 Multi-family dwellings/apartments

R-4 Manufactured home park

MUR Mixed urban residential. The purpose of the MUR district is to encourage an innovative combination of different residential and pedestrian oriented uses, including some low intensity nonresidential uses. All new nonresidential buildings in the MUR zone shall be no larger than 5,000 square feet, unless otherwise approved through a planned unit development. The intent of the MUR district is to facilitate an efficient use of open space and public services. All new residential developments in the MUR district shall have at least six dwelling units per acre (net).

C.

Commercial C district. The purpose of the C district is to accommodate and encourage further expansion and renewal in the historical core retail business and highway corridor areas of the city.

D.

Industrial I district. The purpose of the I district is to encourage the development of manufacturing and wholesale business establishments.

E.

Mixed development MD district. The purpose of the MD district is to provide for a variety of multi-family residential, commercial and light industrial uses that complement and integrate with the state highways, rail lines and/or the airport, as envisioned in the comprehensive plan. Multi-family uses in the MD district shall have at least ten dwelling units per acre (net). Single-family residential uses are only allowed through a special use permit. All new nonresidential buildings in the MD zone shall be no larger than 25,000 square feet, unless otherwise approved through a planned unit development.

F.

Public use P district. The purpose of the P district is to permit the establishment of public facilities and lands such as government offices, schools, healthcare facilities, parks, greenbelts, cemeteries, administrative and cultural buildings. Other uses may be allowed with a special use permit.

(Ord. No. O2009-16, 8-25-2009; Ord. No. O2013-7, 12-10-2013; Ord. No. O2016-16, 10-25-2016)