The regulations of these districts are intended to encourage a suitable environment for low to moderate density residential development and compatible, supportive recreational, religious and educational uses. The R1, R1A, R1B and R1C districts are intended to preserve existing residential neighborhoods and provide for those uses that add to the residents' quality of life. The R1D district is a Planned Unit Development (PUD), intended to provide large lots and open space, created through the preservation of natural features.

(Ord. No. C-746-2010, § 1, 4-19-10)

(Ord. No. C-746-2010, § 1, 4-19-10)

Special Provisions

(a)

R1D Single-Family PUD District. Modifications to the standards for platting land as prescribed in the city Code and the dimensional provisions of the article, may be permitted in the R1D district in accordance with the following:

1.

Lot dimensions in the R1D district may be reduced in accordance with the following schedule provided the number of residential lots shall be no greater than if the land area to be subdivided were developed in the minimum square foot lot areas as required for each single-family district under this article.

a.

Gross density (including roads) shall be not greater than 1.8 units per acre.

b.

Lot widths shall not be less than ninety (90) feet.

c.

Lot depths shall not be less than one hundred twenty (120) feet. Lot depths may be reduced to not less than one hundred (100) feet when such lots abut common open space within the development.

d.

Minimum yard setbacks shall be as provided in this article.

e.

Rear yards may be reduced to not less than twenty (20) feet when such yards abut common open space within the development.

2.

For each square foot of land gained under the provisions above through the reduction in lot size below minimum requirements, equal amounts of land shall be dedicated to common open space within the development, as approved by the city.

3.

The area to be dedicated for common open space shall in no instance be less than two (2) acres and shall be in a location and shape approved by the city. A parcel divided by a road or stream shall be considered as one (1) parcel. Under this PUD, the developer shall dedicate the total open space area pursuant to the provisions of the open space agreement.

4.

Access to the common open space shall be by means of streets or pedestrian walkways.

5.

In approving subdivision plats, the city council shall consider the following objectives:

a.

To provide a more desirable living environment by preserving the natural character of open fields, stands of trees, brooks, hills and similar natural assets; and

b.

To encourage the provision of open space within reasonable distance of all lot development of the subdivision and to further encourage the development of recreational facilities and areas.

6.

Application for approval of a PUD shall be submitted at the time of submission of the proposed plat for approval as required by the Land Division Act of 1967 and any subdivision regulations or construction standards adopted by the city. Application shall contain calculations showing justification for lot size reduction.

(b)

Front Yard Setback/Building Height. Front yard setbacks may be reduced to a minimum fifteen (15) feet, and building height may be increased to a maximum of thirty-five (35) feet, in the R1 district if the building official determines that the following are met:

1.

The proposed development uses an open air, unenclosed porch, spanning at least forty (40) percent of the building frontage.

2.

The front façade is made up of at least twenty-five (25) percent windows and doorways per floor.

3.

The side and front yard landscaping plans exceed ordinance requirements and include significantly enhanced landscape features such as raised beds, ornamental trees, and garden lighting to create an aesthetically pleasing environment for surrounding properties.

The building official may, at his or her option, refer the request for such deviations to the planning commission for determination.

(c)

Distance Between Buildings. The total side yard setback requirement shall also be the minimum distance required between principal buildings.

(d)

Minimum Size of Single-Family Dwelling Units.

1 story: 1,000 sq. ft.

1½ stories: 900 sq. ft. (first story), 1,200 sq. ft. (total).

2 stories: 800 sq. ft. (first story), 1,600 sq. ft. (total).

(Ord. No. C-746-2010, § 1, 4-19-10; Ord. No. C-780-2015, § 1, 9-21-15)

All uses permitted by right and special land uses are subject to the following site development requirements:

1.

General provisions in accordance with Article 2, General Provisions.

2.

Site plan review as may be required in accordance with Article 13, Site Plan Review.

3.

Off-street parking and loading as may be required in accordance with Article 14, Off-Street Parking and Loading Standards and Access Design.

4.

Landscaping and tree replacement as may be required in accordance with Article 15, Landscape Standards.

(Ord. No. C-746-2010, § 1, 4-19-10)