Development Standards
Effective on: 1/1/1901
Effective on: 1/1/1901
Effective on: 1/1/1901
| TABLE 7.1 - ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | ||||||||||
| “X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| A. Character Standards - Non-Residential Construction To define public street space, foster compatibility between development sites, and to emphasize key commercial areas, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on a lot. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All business activities permitted within this zone shall be conducted within a completely enclosed building with the exception of off - street parking and loading and/or unloading areas, outdoor dining areas for restaurants, and outdoor play areas associated with child care centers if these uses are specifically permitted within the zone. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | - | X | - | - | - | |
| 3. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | - | X | X | |
| 4. Business buildings within this zone may outline the top of the building on three sides with a single strand of LED building accent lights. No Animated, projecting, revolving, and moving lights, including those which create the appearance of animation, projection, revolving, or movement, or utilize flashing or intermittent lights, or lights of changing degrees of intensity shall be permitted. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| 5. Unless specifically approved by the city’s chief administrative official, or his/her duly authorized representative or city council, exterior building materials shall be chosen from the following:
a. Brick and tile masonry b. Stucco (cementitious finish) c. Native stone (or synthetic equivalent) d. Pre-cast masonry (for trim and cornice elements only) e. Gypsum reinforced fiber concrete (GFRC – for trim elements only) f. Exterior Insulation Finish System fascias, with moderate finish texture | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Any wall exceeding 50 feet in length shall include at least one vertical projection or recess. The total length of all of the projections or recesses must be at least 4% of the overall facade length. The absolute minimum projection or recess shall be two feet in length. The projection or recess can be realized with setbacks of the building facade, but also with architectural elements that include but are not exclusive of arcades, columns, ribs, piers, and pilasters. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| B. Character Standards - Entrances, Facades, Windows, and Roofs To have well designed buildings that add to the community’s architectural inventory and that provide visual interest to the pedestrian, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. On all flat roofs, a parapet is required. Parapets shall not exceed 15 feet as measured from the top of the roof deck and shall conceal flat roofs and shall be in proportion to the supporting walls. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. If cornices are provided, the shall be three-dimensional. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. If cupolas are proposed, they shall not exceed 15 feet past the base roofline. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. Pitched roofs shall have eaves and overhangs equal to or greater than 12 inches in depth. Depth shall be determined prior to the installation of masonry. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. The minimum pitch of a pitched roof shall be 5:12. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Pitched roofs shall be comprised of three or more roof slope planes. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7. Pitched roofs shall be covered with high quality roofing materials such as natural clay tiles, slate, concrete tiles (with natural texture and color), high quality standing seam metal roofing, wood shakes or shingles (with adequate fire protection), three-dimensional asphalt/fiberglass shingles. Metal roofs shall have a low-gloss finish to reduce glare. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 9. For buildings with elevations in excess of 100 feet in length, a variation in roofline shall be employed for architectural interest and to reduce the apparent scale of the buildings. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| C. Character Standards—Residential Construction To promote thoughtful residential design that will result in the creation and maintenance of strong, vibrant neighborhoods, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on the minimum site for development. | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. Exterior walls of all detached single-family residential dwelling units, except foundations, shall not be constructed of concrete or cinder block. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. The same front elevation cannot be built adjacent to or directly across the street from a single-family residential dwelling with the same front elevation, unless colors, front door or garage doors, window style, gable, or other features are present which result in the front elevation appearing to be different. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. All windows and doors on the front elevations of a new detached single-family residential dwellings must provide a minimum of 3/4 inch by 3 ½ inch trim surround or decorative shutters. Windows, doors, and garage doors in brick veneer are not required to meet this requirement. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. All detached single-family residential dwelling units shall have a minimum of 50% “approved exterior covering” on the front elevation, excluding doors, windows, garage doors, roofs, exterior trim, and shutters. “Approved exterior covering” shall include, brick veneer, stone (real or cultured), stucco, fiber cement siding products natural wood or wood composite horizontal siding, natural wood or wood composite shingles, natural wood or wood composite shake. A combination of design features from lists identified in subsections 7.04, F., and 7.04, G., can be used to decrease the requirement on the front elevation, but it shall not be decreased below 25% unless three or more elements from subsection 7.04, G., are used. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| D. Character Standards—Services, Utilities, and Minor Accessory Uses To subordinate the appearance of services, utilities, and minor accessory uses on individual sites and throughout the [City’s/County’s] jurisdiction, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. All utility equipment (includes meters, boxes, valves, etc. but does not include overhead power lines, light poles, and similar equipment) shall be designed and located to be as inconspicuous as possible and shall not be located on the street-side of a principal structure. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All utility lines serving new development or subdivisions and redevelopment sites shall be placed underground whenever practicable. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 3. All dumpster, trash and recycling receptacle storage areas shall be located in the side or rear yard. Dumspters shall also be screened per Section 7.07. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 4. No building may be constructed in any zone unless the building is connected to a public water and public sanitary sewer system of adequate capacity and design, and approved by proper authorities. Where existing buildings are presently unserved by a public sanitary sewer system and a public water supply, and are located within a reasonable distance of an existing or newly extended sanitary sewer or water line, as determined by the legislative body and/or the Northern Kentucky District Board of Health, said building shall be required to connect with the public sanitary sewer and water system and the private sewage disposal system and private water supply shall be prohibited. | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 5. All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view from the public street frontage or a private access drive which functions as a street. This does not include equipment that is required by a public utility company (i.e. Electric/gas meters, etc.). | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Ground mounted equipment shall be screened either with landscaping or enclosed within a structure which uses the same materials, colors, or design detailing as the principal building. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| E. Character Standards—Open Space To provide open space. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. The amount of maximum overall coverage of impervious surface permitted in the front yard is based on the size of the residential lot according to the following: 30,000 square feet or greater - 25 percent 12,501 square feet – 29,999 square feet - 30 percent 12,500 square feet or less - 40 percent The permitted impervious surface coverage stated within the above table may increase by 5 percent for any lot fronting a cul-de-sac turn around. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| TABLE 7.1 - ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | ||||||||||
| “X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| A. Character Standards - Non-Residential Construction To define public street space, foster compatibility between development sites, and to emphasize key commercial areas, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on a lot. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All business activities permitted within this zone shall be conducted within a completely enclosed building with the exception of off - street parking and loading and/or unloading areas, outdoor dining areas for restaurants, and outdoor play areas associated with child care centers if these uses are specifically permitted within the zone. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | - | X | - | - | - | |
| 3. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | - | X | X | |
| 4. Business buildings within this zone may outline the top of the building on three sides with a single strand of LED building accent lights. No Animated, projecting, revolving, and moving lights, including those which create the appearance of animation, projection, revolving, or movement, or utilize flashing or intermittent lights, or lights of changing degrees of intensity shall be permitted. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| 5. Unless specifically approved by the city’s chief administrative official, or his/her duly authorized representative or city council, exterior building materials shall be chosen from the following:
a. Brick and tile masonry b. Stucco (cementitious finish) c. Native stone (or synthetic equivalent) d. Pre-cast masonry (for trim and cornice elements only) e. Gypsum reinforced fiber concrete (GFRC – for trim elements only) f. Exterior Insulation Finish System fascias, with moderate finish texture | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Any wall exceeding 50 feet in length shall include at least one vertical projection or recess. The total length of all of the projections or recesses must be at least 4% of the overall facade length. The absolute minimum projection or recess shall be two feet in length. The projection or recess can be realized with setbacks of the building facade, but also with architectural elements that include but are not exclusive of arcades, columns, ribs, piers, and pilasters. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| B. Character Standards - Entrances, Facades, Windows, and Roofs To have well designed buildings that add to the community’s architectural inventory and that provide visual interest to the pedestrian, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. On all flat roofs, a parapet is required. Parapets shall not exceed 15 feet as measured from the top of the roof deck and shall conceal flat roofs and shall be in proportion to the supporting walls. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. If cornices are provided, the shall be three-dimensional. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. If cupolas are proposed, they shall not exceed 15 feet past the base roofline. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. Pitched roofs shall have eaves and overhangs equal to or greater than 12 inches in depth. Depth shall be determined prior to the installation of masonry. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. The minimum pitch of a pitched roof shall be 5:12. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Pitched roofs shall be comprised of three or more roof slope planes. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7. Pitched roofs shall be covered with high quality roofing materials such as natural clay tiles, slate, concrete tiles (with natural texture and color), high quality standing seam metal roofing, wood shakes or shingles (with adequate fire protection), three-dimensional asphalt/fiberglass shingles. Metal roofs shall have a low-gloss finish to reduce glare. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 9. For buildings with elevations in excess of 100 feet in length, a variation in roofline shall be employed for architectural interest and to reduce the apparent scale of the buildings. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| C. Character Standards—Residential Construction To promote thoughtful residential design that will result in the creation and maintenance of strong, vibrant neighborhoods, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on the minimum site for development. | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. Exterior walls of all detached single-family residential dwelling units, except foundations, shall not be constructed of concrete or cinder block. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. The same front elevation cannot be built adjacent to or directly across the street from a single-family residential dwelling with the same front elevation, unless colors, front door or garage doors, window style, gable, or other features are present which result in the front elevation appearing to be different. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. All windows and doors on the front elevations of a new detached single-family residential dwellings must provide a minimum of 3/4 inch by 3 ½ inch trim surround or decorative shutters. Windows, doors, and garage doors in brick veneer are not required to meet this requirement. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. All detached single-family residential dwelling units shall have a minimum of 50% “approved exterior covering” on the front elevation, excluding doors, windows, garage doors, roofs, exterior trim, and shutters. “Approved exterior covering” shall include, brick veneer, stone (real or cultured), stucco, fiber cement siding products natural wood or wood composite horizontal siding, natural wood or wood composite shingles, natural wood or wood composite shake. A combination of design features from lists identified in subsections 7.04, F., and 7.04, G., can be used to decrease the requirement on the front elevation, but it shall not be decreased below 25% unless three or more elements from subsection 7.04, G., are used. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| D. Character Standards—Services, Utilities, and Minor Accessory Uses To subordinate the appearance of services, utilities, and minor accessory uses on individual sites and throughout the [City’s/County’s] jurisdiction, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. All utility equipment (includes meters, boxes, valves, etc. but does not include overhead power lines, light poles, and similar equipment) shall be designed and located to be as inconspicuous as possible and shall not be located on the street-side of a principal structure. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All utility lines serving new development or subdivisions and redevelopment sites shall be placed underground whenever practicable. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 3. All dumpster, trash and recycling receptacle storage areas shall be located in the side or rear yard. Dumspters shall also be screened per Section 7.07. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 4. No building may be constructed in any zone unless the building is connected to a public water and public sanitary sewer system of adequate capacity and design, and approved by proper authorities. Where existing buildings are presently unserved by a public sanitary sewer system and a public water supply, and are located within a reasonable distance of an existing or newly extended sanitary sewer or water line, as determined by the legislative body and/or the Northern Kentucky District Board of Health, said building shall be required to connect with the public sanitary sewer and water system and the private sewage disposal system and private water supply shall be prohibited. | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 5. All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view from the public street frontage or a private access drive which functions as a street. This does not include equipment that is required by a public utility company (i.e. Electric/gas meters, etc.). | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Ground mounted equipment shall be screened either with landscaping or enclosed within a structure which uses the same materials, colors, or design detailing as the principal building. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| E. Character Standards—Open Space To provide open space. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. The amount of maximum overall coverage of impervious surface permitted in the front yard is based on the size of the residential lot according to the following: 30,000 square feet or greater - 25 percent 12,501 square feet – 29,999 square feet - 30 percent 12,500 square feet or less - 40 percent The permitted impervious surface coverage stated within the above table may increase by 5 percent for any lot fronting a cul-de-sac turn around. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| TABLE 7.1 - ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | ||||||||||
| “X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| A. Character Standards - Non-Residential Construction To define public street space, foster compatibility between development sites, and to emphasize key commercial areas, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on a lot. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All business activities permitted within this zone shall be conducted within a completely enclosed building with the exception of off - street parking and loading and/or unloading areas, outdoor dining areas for restaurants, and outdoor play areas associated with child care centers if these uses are specifically permitted within the zone. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | - | X | - | - | - | |
| 3. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | - | X | X | |
| 4. Business buildings within this zone may outline the top of the building on three sides with a single strand of LED building accent lights. No Animated, projecting, revolving, and moving lights, including those which create the appearance of animation, projection, revolving, or movement, or utilize flashing or intermittent lights, or lights of changing degrees of intensity shall be permitted. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| 5. Unless specifically approved by the city’s chief administrative official, or his/her duly authorized representative or city council, exterior building materials shall be chosen from the following:
a. Brick and tile masonry b. Stucco (cementitious finish) c. Native stone (or synthetic equivalent) d. Pre-cast masonry (for trim and cornice elements only) e. Gypsum reinforced fiber concrete (GFRC – for trim elements only) f. Exterior Insulation Finish System fascias, with moderate finish texture | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Any wall exceeding 50 feet in length shall include at least one vertical projection or recess. The total length of all of the projections or recesses must be at least 4% of the overall facade length. The absolute minimum projection or recess shall be two feet in length. The projection or recess can be realized with setbacks of the building facade, but also with architectural elements that include but are not exclusive of arcades, columns, ribs, piers, and pilasters. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| B. Character Standards - Entrances, Facades, Windows, and Roofs To have well designed buildings that add to the community’s architectural inventory and that provide visual interest to the pedestrian, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. On all flat roofs, a parapet is required. Parapets shall not exceed 15 feet as measured from the top of the roof deck and shall conceal flat roofs and shall be in proportion to the supporting walls. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. If cornices are provided, the shall be three-dimensional. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. If cupolas are proposed, they shall not exceed 15 feet past the base roofline. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. Pitched roofs shall have eaves and overhangs equal to or greater than 12 inches in depth. Depth shall be determined prior to the installation of masonry. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. The minimum pitch of a pitched roof shall be 5:12. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Pitched roofs shall be comprised of three or more roof slope planes. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7. Pitched roofs shall be covered with high quality roofing materials such as natural clay tiles, slate, concrete tiles (with natural texture and color), high quality standing seam metal roofing, wood shakes or shingles (with adequate fire protection), three-dimensional asphalt/fiberglass shingles. Metal roofs shall have a low-gloss finish to reduce glare. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 9. For buildings with elevations in excess of 100 feet in length, a variation in roofline shall be employed for architectural interest and to reduce the apparent scale of the buildings. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| C. Character Standards—Residential Construction To promote thoughtful residential design that will result in the creation and maintenance of strong, vibrant neighborhoods, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on the minimum site for development. | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. Exterior walls of all detached single-family residential dwelling units, except foundations, shall not be constructed of concrete or cinder block. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. The same front elevation cannot be built adjacent to or directly across the street from a single-family residential dwelling with the same front elevation, unless colors, front door or garage doors, window style, gable, or other features are present which result in the front elevation appearing to be different. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. All windows and doors on the front elevations of a new detached single-family residential dwellings must provide a minimum of 3/4 inch by 3 ½ inch trim surround or decorative shutters. Windows, doors, and garage doors in brick veneer are not required to meet this requirement. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. All detached single-family residential dwelling units shall have a minimum of 50% “approved exterior covering” on the front elevation, excluding doors, windows, garage doors, roofs, exterior trim, and shutters. “Approved exterior covering” shall include, brick veneer, stone (real or cultured), stucco, fiber cement siding products natural wood or wood composite horizontal siding, natural wood or wood composite shingles, natural wood or wood composite shake. A combination of design features from lists identified in subsections 7.04, F., and 7.04, G., can be used to decrease the requirement on the front elevation, but it shall not be decreased below 25% unless three or more elements from subsection 7.04, G., are used. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| D. Character Standards—Services, Utilities, and Minor Accessory Uses To subordinate the appearance of services, utilities, and minor accessory uses on individual sites and throughout the [City’s/County’s] jurisdiction, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. All utility equipment (includes meters, boxes, valves, etc. but does not include overhead power lines, light poles, and similar equipment) shall be designed and located to be as inconspicuous as possible and shall not be located on the street-side of a principal structure. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All utility lines serving new development or subdivisions and redevelopment sites shall be placed underground whenever practicable. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 3. All dumpster, trash and recycling receptacle storage areas shall be located in the side or rear yard. Dumspters shall also be screened per Section 7.07. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 4. No building may be constructed in any zone unless the building is connected to a public water and public sanitary sewer system of adequate capacity and design, and approved by proper authorities. Where existing buildings are presently unserved by a public sanitary sewer system and a public water supply, and are located within a reasonable distance of an existing or newly extended sanitary sewer or water line, as determined by the legislative body and/or the Northern Kentucky District Board of Health, said building shall be required to connect with the public sanitary sewer and water system and the private sewage disposal system and private water supply shall be prohibited. | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 5. All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view from the public street frontage or a private access drive which functions as a street. This does not include equipment that is required by a public utility company (i.e. Electric/gas meters, etc.). | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Ground mounted equipment shall be screened either with landscaping or enclosed within a structure which uses the same materials, colors, or design detailing as the principal building. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| E. Character Standards—Open Space To provide open space. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. The amount of maximum overall coverage of impervious surface permitted in the front yard is based on the size of the residential lot according to the following: 30,000 square feet or greater - 25 percent 12,501 square feet – 29,999 square feet - 30 percent 12,500 square feet or less - 40 percent The permitted impervious surface coverage stated within the above table may increase by 5 percent for any lot fronting a cul-de-sac turn around. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| TABLE 7.1 - ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
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| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | ||||||||||
| “X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| A. Character Standards - Non-Residential Construction To define public street space, foster compatibility between development sites, and to emphasize key commercial areas, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on a lot. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All business activities permitted within this zone shall be conducted within a completely enclosed building with the exception of off - street parking and loading and/or unloading areas, outdoor dining areas for restaurants, and outdoor play areas associated with child care centers if these uses are specifically permitted within the zone. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | - | X | - | - | - | |
| 3. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | - | X | X | |
| 4. Business buildings within this zone may outline the top of the building on three sides with a single strand of LED building accent lights. No Animated, projecting, revolving, and moving lights, including those which create the appearance of animation, projection, revolving, or movement, or utilize flashing or intermittent lights, or lights of changing degrees of intensity shall be permitted. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| 5. Unless specifically approved by the city’s chief administrative official, or his/her duly authorized representative or city council, exterior building materials shall be chosen from the following:
a. Brick and tile masonry b. Stucco (cementitious finish) c. Native stone (or synthetic equivalent) d. Pre-cast masonry (for trim and cornice elements only) e. Gypsum reinforced fiber concrete (GFRC – for trim elements only) f. Exterior Insulation Finish System fascias, with moderate finish texture | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Any wall exceeding 50 feet in length shall include at least one vertical projection or recess. The total length of all of the projections or recesses must be at least 4% of the overall facade length. The absolute minimum projection or recess shall be two feet in length. The projection or recess can be realized with setbacks of the building facade, but also with architectural elements that include but are not exclusive of arcades, columns, ribs, piers, and pilasters. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| B. Character Standards - Entrances, Facades, Windows, and Roofs To have well designed buildings that add to the community’s architectural inventory and that provide visual interest to the pedestrian, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. On all flat roofs, a parapet is required. Parapets shall not exceed 15 feet as measured from the top of the roof deck and shall conceal flat roofs and shall be in proportion to the supporting walls. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. If cornices are provided, the shall be three-dimensional. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. If cupolas are proposed, they shall not exceed 15 feet past the base roofline. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. Pitched roofs shall have eaves and overhangs equal to or greater than 12 inches in depth. Depth shall be determined prior to the installation of masonry. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. The minimum pitch of a pitched roof shall be 5:12. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Pitched roofs shall be comprised of three or more roof slope planes. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7. Pitched roofs shall be covered with high quality roofing materials such as natural clay tiles, slate, concrete tiles (with natural texture and color), high quality standing seam metal roofing, wood shakes or shingles (with adequate fire protection), three-dimensional asphalt/fiberglass shingles. Metal roofs shall have a low-gloss finish to reduce glare. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 9. For buildings with elevations in excess of 100 feet in length, a variation in roofline shall be employed for architectural interest and to reduce the apparent scale of the buildings. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| C. Character Standards—Residential Construction To promote thoughtful residential design that will result in the creation and maintenance of strong, vibrant neighborhoods, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on the minimum site for development. | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. Exterior walls of all detached single-family residential dwelling units, except foundations, shall not be constructed of concrete or cinder block. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. The same front elevation cannot be built adjacent to or directly across the street from a single-family residential dwelling with the same front elevation, unless colors, front door or garage doors, window style, gable, or other features are present which result in the front elevation appearing to be different. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. All windows and doors on the front elevations of a new detached single-family residential dwellings must provide a minimum of 3/4 inch by 3 ½ inch trim surround or decorative shutters. Windows, doors, and garage doors in brick veneer are not required to meet this requirement. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. All detached single-family residential dwelling units shall have a minimum of 50% “approved exterior covering” on the front elevation, excluding doors, windows, garage doors, roofs, exterior trim, and shutters. “Approved exterior covering” shall include, brick veneer, stone (real or cultured), stucco, fiber cement siding products natural wood or wood composite horizontal siding, natural wood or wood composite shingles, natural wood or wood composite shake. A combination of design features from lists identified in subsections 7.04, F., and 7.04, G., can be used to decrease the requirement on the front elevation, but it shall not be decreased below 25% unless three or more elements from subsection 7.04, G., are used. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| D. Character Standards—Services, Utilities, and Minor Accessory Uses To subordinate the appearance of services, utilities, and minor accessory uses on individual sites and throughout the [City’s/County’s] jurisdiction, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. All utility equipment (includes meters, boxes, valves, etc. but does not include overhead power lines, light poles, and similar equipment) shall be designed and located to be as inconspicuous as possible and shall not be located on the street-side of a principal structure. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All utility lines serving new development or subdivisions and redevelopment sites shall be placed underground whenever practicable. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 3. All dumpster, trash and recycling receptacle storage areas shall be located in the side or rear yard. Dumspters shall also be screened per Section 7.07. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 4. No building may be constructed in any zone unless the building is connected to a public water and public sanitary sewer system of adequate capacity and design, and approved by proper authorities. Where existing buildings are presently unserved by a public sanitary sewer system and a public water supply, and are located within a reasonable distance of an existing or newly extended sanitary sewer or water line, as determined by the legislative body and/or the Northern Kentucky District Board of Health, said building shall be required to connect with the public sanitary sewer and water system and the private sewage disposal system and private water supply shall be prohibited. | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 5. All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view from the public street frontage or a private access drive which functions as a street. This does not include equipment that is required by a public utility company (i.e. Electric/gas meters, etc.). | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Ground mounted equipment shall be screened either with landscaping or enclosed within a structure which uses the same materials, colors, or design detailing as the principal building. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| E. Character Standards—Open Space To provide open space. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. The amount of maximum overall coverage of impervious surface permitted in the front yard is based on the size of the residential lot according to the following: 30,000 square feet or greater - 25 percent 12,501 square feet – 29,999 square feet - 30 percent 12,500 square feet or less - 40 percent The permitted impervious surface coverage stated within the above table may increase by 5 percent for any lot fronting a cul-de-sac turn around. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
Effective on: 1/1/1901
The following standards shall apply to all exterior artificial light sources in all zones except for single-family residential uses. Uses that are in operation after dusk and/or before dawn are required to provide site lighting to ensure the safety of customers and workers. See Section 8.08 for regulations regarding glare for all uses, including single-family residential uses.
The following are exempted from the requirements of this section.
The following effects from exterior lighting of buildings, properties, developments, signs or other features, and for any use, including, but not limited to, residential, commercial, and industrial uses, shall be prohibited.

Effective on: 1/1/1901
The following standards shall apply to all fences and walls in all zoning districts unless otherwise noted.

The following standards shall apply to all fences and walls in all zoning districts unless otherwise noted.
| TABLE 7.2 - FENCE AND WALL TYPES DESCRIBED AND ILLUSTRATED | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| TYPE | DESCRIPTION | EXAMPLE PHOTOS | |
| Masonry walls | Masonry walls may be made of brick, concrete block, stone, or a combination of such materials. Unfinished concrete block may not be used as a facing material. These walls may be used on many types of building sites to provide privacy, stabilize terraces, secure pets and children, and delineate or set off landscape features. | ![]() | |
| Ornamental metal or other (materials designed to resemble ornamental metal) | Decorative metal fencing that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most often used in urban areas and small lot subdivisions where the need to balance access control with visibility exists. | ![]() | |
| Woven wire, including chain link | Wire woven into a fencing material that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most appropriate for agricultural areas to control livestock and delineate pasture. | ![]() | |
| Wood or other (materials designed to resemble wood such as composite or vinyl) | Wooden picket or slat fencing either opaque (privacy fencing) or semi-opaque. Wooden slats and pickets on these fences must be a minimum of 3 inches wide. | ![]() | |
| Mixed-material | Fences typically combining two or more fence materials. This fence type does not include woven wire fencing where fence posts made of wood or other materials may be used. These fences are often found in suburban or rural areas as visually lower-impact pet or child enclosures. | ![]() | |
| Hedge | A fence or boundary formed by closely growing bushes or shrubs planted in a fashion that provides an opaque or nearly opaque barrier. | ![]() | |
| Barbed wire / sharp-pointed fences | A fence discouraging climbing or sitting through the use of sharp points or objects welded to or embedded in fence posts or walls. | ![]() | ![]() |
| Flood retaining walls | Walls in this category are designed and intended to contain or redirect flood waters. | ![]() | |
| Sports | These fences typically surround active sport areas such as tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, and football fields. They serve to keep the ball close to the field of play and to control access to the play area. Fences must be made of coated chain link or similar material. | ![]() | |
| Security | Security walls and fences, including but not limited to razor wire, concertina wire, and similar high security fencing material required to secure industrial properties. | ![]() | |
| TABLE 7.2 - FENCE AND WALL TYPES DESCRIBED AND ILLUSTRATED | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| TYPE | DESCRIPTION | EXAMPLE PHOTOS | |
| Masonry walls | Masonry walls may be made of brick, concrete block, stone, or a combination of such materials. Unfinished concrete block may not be used as a facing material. These walls may be used on many types of building sites to provide privacy, stabilize terraces, secure pets and children, and delineate or set off landscape features. | ![]() | |
| Ornamental metal or other (materials designed to resemble ornamental metal) | Decorative metal fencing that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most often used in urban areas and small lot subdivisions where the need to balance access control with visibility exists. | ![]() | |
| Woven wire, including chain link | Wire woven into a fencing material that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most appropriate for agricultural areas to control livestock and delineate pasture. | ![]() | |
| Wood or other (materials designed to resemble wood such as composite or vinyl) | Wooden picket or slat fencing either opaque (privacy fencing) or semi-opaque. Wooden slats and pickets on these fences must be a minimum of 3 inches wide. | ![]() | |
| Mixed-material | Fences typically combining two or more fence materials. This fence type does not include woven wire fencing where fence posts made of wood or other materials may be used. These fences are often found in suburban or rural areas as visually lower-impact pet or child enclosures. | ![]() | |
| Hedge | A fence or boundary formed by closely growing bushes or shrubs planted in a fashion that provides an opaque or nearly opaque barrier. | ![]() | |
| Barbed wire / sharp-pointed fences | A fence discouraging climbing or sitting through the use of sharp points or objects welded to or embedded in fence posts or walls. | ![]() | ![]() |
| Flood retaining walls | Walls in this category are designed and intended to contain or redirect flood waters. | ![]() | |
| Sports | These fences typically surround active sport areas such as tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, and football fields. They serve to keep the ball close to the field of play and to control access to the play area. Fences must be made of coated chain link or similar material. | ![]() | |
| Security | Security walls and fences, including but not limited to razor wire, concertina wire, and similar high security fencing material required to secure industrial properties. | ![]() | |
| TABLE 7.2 - FENCE AND WALL TYPES DESCRIBED AND ILLUSTRATED | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| TYPE | DESCRIPTION | EXAMPLE PHOTOS | |
| Masonry walls | Masonry walls may be made of brick, concrete block, stone, or a combination of such materials. Unfinished concrete block may not be used as a facing material. These walls may be used on many types of building sites to provide privacy, stabilize terraces, secure pets and children, and delineate or set off landscape features. | ![]() | |
| Ornamental metal or other (materials designed to resemble ornamental metal) | Decorative metal fencing that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most often used in urban areas and small lot subdivisions where the need to balance access control with visibility exists. | ![]() | |
| Woven wire, including chain link | Wire woven into a fencing material that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most appropriate for agricultural areas to control livestock and delineate pasture. | ![]() | |
| Wood or other (materials designed to resemble wood such as composite or vinyl) | Wooden picket or slat fencing either opaque (privacy fencing) or semi-opaque. Wooden slats and pickets on these fences must be a minimum of 3 inches wide. | ![]() | |
| Mixed-material | Fences typically combining two or more fence materials. This fence type does not include woven wire fencing where fence posts made of wood or other materials may be used. These fences are often found in suburban or rural areas as visually lower-impact pet or child enclosures. | ![]() | |
| Hedge | A fence or boundary formed by closely growing bushes or shrubs planted in a fashion that provides an opaque or nearly opaque barrier. | ![]() | |
| Barbed wire / sharp-pointed fences | A fence discouraging climbing or sitting through the use of sharp points or objects welded to or embedded in fence posts or walls. | ![]() | ![]() |
| Flood retaining walls | Walls in this category are designed and intended to contain or redirect flood waters. | ![]() | |
| Sports | These fences typically surround active sport areas such as tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, and football fields. They serve to keep the ball close to the field of play and to control access to the play area. Fences must be made of coated chain link or similar material. | ![]() | |
| Security | Security walls and fences, including but not limited to razor wire, concertina wire, and similar high security fencing material required to secure industrial properties. | ![]() | |
| TABLE 7.2 - FENCE AND WALL TYPES DESCRIBED AND ILLUSTRATED | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| TYPE | DESCRIPTION | EXAMPLE PHOTOS | |
| Masonry walls | Masonry walls may be made of brick, concrete block, stone, or a combination of such materials. Unfinished concrete block may not be used as a facing material. These walls may be used on many types of building sites to provide privacy, stabilize terraces, secure pets and children, and delineate or set off landscape features. | ![]() | |
| Ornamental metal or other (materials designed to resemble ornamental metal) | Decorative metal fencing that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most often used in urban areas and small lot subdivisions where the need to balance access control with visibility exists. | ![]() | |
| Woven wire, including chain link | Wire woven into a fencing material that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most appropriate for agricultural areas to control livestock and delineate pasture. | ![]() | |
| Wood or other (materials designed to resemble wood such as composite or vinyl) | Wooden picket or slat fencing either opaque (privacy fencing) or semi-opaque. Wooden slats and pickets on these fences must be a minimum of 3 inches wide. | ![]() | |
| Mixed-material | Fences typically combining two or more fence materials. This fence type does not include woven wire fencing where fence posts made of wood or other materials may be used. These fences are often found in suburban or rural areas as visually lower-impact pet or child enclosures. | ![]() | |
| Hedge | A fence or boundary formed by closely growing bushes or shrubs planted in a fashion that provides an opaque or nearly opaque barrier. | ![]() | |
| Barbed wire / sharp-pointed fences | A fence discouraging climbing or sitting through the use of sharp points or objects welded to or embedded in fence posts or walls. | ![]() | ![]() |
| Flood retaining walls | Walls in this category are designed and intended to contain or redirect flood waters. | ![]() | |
| Sports | These fences typically surround active sport areas such as tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, and football fields. They serve to keep the ball close to the field of play and to control access to the play area. Fences must be made of coated chain link or similar material. | ![]() | |
| Security | Security walls and fences, including but not limited to razor wire, concertina wire, and similar high security fencing material required to secure industrial properties. | ![]() | |
TABLE 7.3 - FENCE TYPES LIMITED | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
“X” means that the fence type is permitted.
| ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||
| R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | The type, location, and height of all fences and walls shall be approved on the Concept or Final Development Plan Type, location, and height of all fences & walls shall be approved on Concept or Final Development Plan |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | Per Engineering Requirements | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | 8 feet [2] | - | 8 [2] | ||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
[1] Not permitted along the street side of a corner lot in any zoning district | |||||||||||||||
[2] Fences up to 12' in height are permitted to enclose tennis courts or as a backstop for baseball and/or softball fields | |||||||||||||||
TABLE 7.3 - FENCE TYPES LIMITED | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
“X” means that the fence type is permitted.
| ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||
| R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | The type, location, and height of all fences and walls shall be approved on the Concept or Final Development Plan Type, location, and height of all fences & walls shall be approved on Concept or Final Development Plan |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | Per Engineering Requirements | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | 8 feet [2] | - | 8 [2] | ||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
[1] Not permitted along the street side of a corner lot in any zoning district | |||||||||||||||
[2] Fences up to 12' in height are permitted to enclose tennis courts or as a backstop for baseball and/or softball fields | |||||||||||||||
TABLE 7.3 - FENCE TYPES LIMITED | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
“X” means that the fence type is permitted.
| ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||
| R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | The type, location, and height of all fences and walls shall be approved on the Concept or Final Development Plan Type, location, and height of all fences & walls shall be approved on Concept or Final Development Plan |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | Per Engineering Requirements | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | 8 feet [2] | - | 8 [2] | ||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
[1] Not permitted along the street side of a corner lot in any zoning district | |||||||||||||||
[2] Fences up to 12' in height are permitted to enclose tennis courts or as a backstop for baseball and/or softball fields | |||||||||||||||
TABLE 7.3 - FENCE TYPES LIMITED | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
“X” means that the fence type is permitted.
| ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||
| R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | The type, location, and height of all fences and walls shall be approved on the Concept or Final Development Plan Type, location, and height of all fences & walls shall be approved on Concept or Final Development Plan |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | Per Engineering Requirements | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | 8 feet [2] | - | 8 [2] | ||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
[1] Not permitted along the street side of a corner lot in any zoning district | |||||||||||||||
[2] Fences up to 12' in height are permitted to enclose tennis courts or as a backstop for baseball and/or softball fields | |||||||||||||||
Walls and fences shall be erected and maintained in a safe manner. Walls and fences not erected or maintained in a safe manner through neglect, lack of repair, manner of construction, method of placement, or otherwise deemed unsafe by the City shall be repaired, replaced, removed, or subject to enforcement action as a violation of this Ordinance.
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The stem portion of flag lots are restricted to the front yard fence regulations. All other portions of the lot are permitted to have front, side, and/or rear yard fences, unless a more restrictive fence type or height is required on adjacent lot line. Where this occurs, the flag lot must use the more restrictive fence type or height standard.
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Corner lots and double frontage lots are restricted to the front yard fence regulations within any front yard area adjacent to a street, with side yard fences permitted in all other yard areas. Rear yard fences are only permitted within the rear yard areas, as defined within Article 14, for corner lots.
Fences on Vacant Lots
The construction of walls or fences is allowed on a property with no principal structure provided that a principal structure or principal use with the same ownership as the vacant property abuts the vacant property (without a street or alley separating). The fence constructed must meet all regulations of Section 7.06. No accessory structure other than a fence may be constructed on a vacant property.
Fence material must be consistent all the way around the property.
Chain-link fences are prohibited on vacant properties in all Residential and Commercial District.
Effective on: 1/1/1901
The purpose of this section is to establish minimum standards for the provision, installation, and maintenance of landscaped areas to physically separate and visually screen adjacent uses and zoning districts that are not compatible. These regulations are intended to:
| TABLE 7.4 | |
| Existing Structure Square Feet | Expansion Beyond Square Feet of Existing Structure |
| 1,000 square feet or less | 101 percent or greater |
| 1,001 to 10,000 square feet | 40 percent or greater |
| 10,001 to 25,000 square feet | 30 percent or greater |
| 25,001 to 50,000 square feet | 20 percent or greater |
| 50,001 square feet or greater | 10 percent or greater |
A landscaping plan shall be required for the submission of any new development or redevelopment. This plan shall be submitted in accordance with the procedures and requirements in the Landscape and Planting Manual. Additional procedural requirements may be found in Article 13, Process and Procedure.
| TABLE 7.5 - LANDSCAPE & REQUIREMENTS STANDARDS | |||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZONING DISTRICTS | |||||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||||
“X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | SECTION | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | MU | CO | INST | PUD |
| Interior Site Landscaping Interior landscaping is the base landscape requirement that will increase aesthetics, encourage open space and an increase in the amount of natural vegetation within a site or development and shall be provided for all new construction. | 7.07, I. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Foundation and Fence/Wall Landscaping Foundation and fence/wall landscaping is required to break up commercial or industrial building foundations, fences, and walls. The purpose of this type of landscaping is to increase aesthetics, and to soften foundations, fences, and walls. | 7.07, J. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | X | - |
| Perimeter Landscaping Perimeter landscaping is required to soften the perimeter or outside of the site or development, and expansions of existing buildings. The purpose of the perimeter landscape is to provide a slight separation between similar intensity uses. | 7.07, K. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Parking Lot Landscaping Parking lot landscaping shall be provided for all new parking lots and garages, relocated parking lots, and expanded parking lots. The purpose of this is to help screen the parking lot from view of the street or other lower intensity development. Types of parking lot landscaping required include parking perimeter landscaping, landscaping islands, and parking median landscaping. | 7.07, L. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Buffer Yards Buffer yards provide an opaque buffer to limit the view of adjacent use and shall be provided for adjacent incompatible uses. | 7.07, M. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Site Element Landscaping Site element landscaping shall be provided to screen elements on a site that may have additional noise, odor, or susceptible to trash and debris build-up such as dumpsters and mechanical equipment. | 7.07, N. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Street Trees Street trees provide additional aesthetic enhancement along City street if determined by the Zoning Administrator that a street has established street trees lining the right-of-way. The purpose of street trees are to maintain the established aesthetic and character of a street. | 7.07, O. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| TABLE 7.5 - LANDSCAPE & REQUIREMENTS STANDARDS | |||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZONING DISTRICTS | |||||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||||
“X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | SECTION | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | MU | CO | INST | PUD |
| Interior Site Landscaping Interior landscaping is the base landscape requirement that will increase aesthetics, encourage open space and an increase in the amount of natural vegetation within a site or development and shall be provided for all new construction. | 7.07, I. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Foundation and Fence/Wall Landscaping Foundation and fence/wall landscaping is required to break up commercial or industrial building foundations, fences, and walls. The purpose of this type of landscaping is to increase aesthetics, and to soften foundations, fences, and walls. | 7.07, J. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | X | - |
| Perimeter Landscaping Perimeter landscaping is required to soften the perimeter or outside of the site or development, and expansions of existing buildings. The purpose of the perimeter landscape is to provide a slight separation between similar intensity uses. | 7.07, K. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Parking Lot Landscaping Parking lot landscaping shall be provided for all new parking lots and garages, relocated parking lots, and expanded parking lots. The purpose of this is to help screen the parking lot from view of the street or other lower intensity development. Types of parking lot landscaping required include parking perimeter landscaping, landscaping islands, and parking median landscaping. | 7.07, L. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Buffer Yards Buffer yards provide an opaque buffer to limit the view of adjacent use and shall be provided for adjacent incompatible uses. | 7.07, M. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Site Element Landscaping Site element landscaping shall be provided to screen elements on a site that may have additional noise, odor, or susceptible to trash and debris build-up such as dumpsters and mechanical equipment. | 7.07, N. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Street Trees Street trees provide additional aesthetic enhancement along City street if determined by the Zoning Administrator that a street has established street trees lining the right-of-way. The purpose of street trees are to maintain the established aesthetic and character of a street. | 7.07, O. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| TABLE 7.5 - LANDSCAPE & REQUIREMENTS STANDARDS | |||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZONING DISTRICTS | |||||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||||
“X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | SECTION | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | MU | CO | INST | PUD |
| Interior Site Landscaping Interior landscaping is the base landscape requirement that will increase aesthetics, encourage open space and an increase in the amount of natural vegetation within a site or development and shall be provided for all new construction. | 7.07, I. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Foundation and Fence/Wall Landscaping Foundation and fence/wall landscaping is required to break up commercial or industrial building foundations, fences, and walls. The purpose of this type of landscaping is to increase aesthetics, and to soften foundations, fences, and walls. | 7.07, J. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | X | - |
| Perimeter Landscaping Perimeter landscaping is required to soften the perimeter or outside of the site or development, and expansions of existing buildings. The purpose of the perimeter landscape is to provide a slight separation between similar intensity uses. | 7.07, K. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Parking Lot Landscaping Parking lot landscaping shall be provided for all new parking lots and garages, relocated parking lots, and expanded parking lots. The purpose of this is to help screen the parking lot from view of the street or other lower intensity development. Types of parking lot landscaping required include parking perimeter landscaping, landscaping islands, and parking median landscaping. | 7.07, L. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Buffer Yards Buffer yards provide an opaque buffer to limit the view of adjacent use and shall be provided for adjacent incompatible uses. | 7.07, M. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Site Element Landscaping Site element landscaping shall be provided to screen elements on a site that may have additional noise, odor, or susceptible to trash and debris build-up such as dumpsters and mechanical equipment. | 7.07, N. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Street Trees Street trees provide additional aesthetic enhancement along City street if determined by the Zoning Administrator that a street has established street trees lining the right-of-way. The purpose of street trees are to maintain the established aesthetic and character of a street. | 7.07, O. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| TABLE 7.5 - LANDSCAPE & REQUIREMENTS STANDARDS | |||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZONING DISTRICTS | |||||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||||
“X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | SECTION | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | MU | CO | INST | PUD |
| Interior Site Landscaping Interior landscaping is the base landscape requirement that will increase aesthetics, encourage open space and an increase in the amount of natural vegetation within a site or development and shall be provided for all new construction. | 7.07, I. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Foundation and Fence/Wall Landscaping Foundation and fence/wall landscaping is required to break up commercial or industrial building foundations, fences, and walls. The purpose of this type of landscaping is to increase aesthetics, and to soften foundations, fences, and walls. | 7.07, J. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | X | - |
| Perimeter Landscaping Perimeter landscaping is required to soften the perimeter or outside of the site or development, and expansions of existing buildings. The purpose of the perimeter landscape is to provide a slight separation between similar intensity uses. | 7.07, K. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Parking Lot Landscaping Parking lot landscaping shall be provided for all new parking lots and garages, relocated parking lots, and expanded parking lots. The purpose of this is to help screen the parking lot from view of the street or other lower intensity development. Types of parking lot landscaping required include parking perimeter landscaping, landscaping islands, and parking median landscaping. | 7.07, L. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Buffer Yards Buffer yards provide an opaque buffer to limit the view of adjacent use and shall be provided for adjacent incompatible uses. | 7.07, M. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Site Element Landscaping Site element landscaping shall be provided to screen elements on a site that may have additional noise, odor, or susceptible to trash and debris build-up such as dumpsters and mechanical equipment. | 7.07, N. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Street Trees Street trees provide additional aesthetic enhancement along City street if determined by the Zoning Administrator that a street has established street trees lining the right-of-way. The purpose of street trees are to maintain the established aesthetic and character of a street. | 7.07, O. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
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| 1 large tree = 2 medium trees = 2 evergreen trees |
| 1 medium tree = 1 evergreen tree |
| 1 large shrub = 2 medium shrubs = 4 small shrubs |
| 1 medium shrub = 2 small shrubs |
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| TABLE 7.6 - LOT PLANTING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot Size | < 12,000 sf | 12,000 – 22,000 sf | 22,000 – 45,000 sf | > 45,000 sf |
| Min. Number of Trees1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 +1 per 15,000 sf of lot area over 45,000 sf |
| Large Tree | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1/3 of all trees |
| Tree Placement | At least 1 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 3 in Front Yard |
| 1 Trees can be either large, medium, or evergreen, unless specified in the chart above. | ||||
| TABLE 7.6 - LOT PLANTING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot Size | < 12,000 sf | 12,000 – 22,000 sf | 22,000 – 45,000 sf | > 45,000 sf |
| Min. Number of Trees1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 +1 per 15,000 sf of lot area over 45,000 sf |
| Large Tree | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1/3 of all trees |
| Tree Placement | At least 1 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 3 in Front Yard |
| 1 Trees can be either large, medium, or evergreen, unless specified in the chart above. | ||||
| TABLE 7.6 - LOT PLANTING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot Size | < 12,000 sf | 12,000 – 22,000 sf | 22,000 – 45,000 sf | > 45,000 sf |
| Min. Number of Trees1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 +1 per 15,000 sf of lot area over 45,000 sf |
| Large Tree | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1/3 of all trees |
| Tree Placement | At least 1 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 3 in Front Yard |
| 1 Trees can be either large, medium, or evergreen, unless specified in the chart above. | ||||
| TABLE 7.6 - LOT PLANTING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot Size | < 12,000 sf | 12,000 – 22,000 sf | 22,000 – 45,000 sf | > 45,000 sf |
| Min. Number of Trees1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 +1 per 15,000 sf of lot area over 45,000 sf |
| Large Tree | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1/3 of all trees |
| Tree Placement | At least 1 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 3 in Front Yard |
| 1 Trees can be either large, medium, or evergreen, unless specified in the chart above. | ||||


| TABLE 7.7 - PERIMETER PARKING LOT LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Lot location | Min. Perimeter Landscape width | Min. Required Trees (per 50 LF) | Min. Required Evergreen Shrubs (per 50 LF)1 |
Front and adjacent to | 10 feet | (1) 2 large; or (2) 4 medium; or (3) 4 evergreen | (1) 15 large; or (2) 30 medium; or (3) 45 small |
| Rear/Side Adjacent | 5 feet | ||
| Residential Adjacent2 | 15 feet | (1) 3 large; or (2) 6 medium; or (3) 6 evergreen | |
| 1 Dense or very dense shrubs | |||
| 2 A solid fence may be used adjacent to residential (if the type and location is permitted by the fence regulations). If a fence is used, trees are not required. Shrubs are still required and shall be planted between the fence and the adjacent property line. | |||
| TABLE 7.7 - PERIMETER PARKING LOT LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Lot location | Min. Perimeter Landscape width | Min. Required Trees (per 50 LF) | Min. Required Evergreen Shrubs (per 50 LF)1 |
Front and adjacent to | 10 feet | (1) 2 large; or (2) 4 medium; or (3) 4 evergreen | (1) 15 large; or (2) 30 medium; or (3) 45 small |
| Rear/Side Adjacent | 5 feet | ||
| Residential Adjacent2 | 15 feet | (1) 3 large; or (2) 6 medium; or (3) 6 evergreen | |
| 1 Dense or very dense shrubs | |||
| 2 A solid fence may be used adjacent to residential (if the type and location is permitted by the fence regulations). If a fence is used, trees are not required. Shrubs are still required and shall be planted between the fence and the adjacent property line. | |||
| TABLE 7.7 - PERIMETER PARKING LOT LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Lot location | Min. Perimeter Landscape width | Min. Required Trees (per 50 LF) | Min. Required Evergreen Shrubs (per 50 LF)1 |
Front and adjacent to | 10 feet | (1) 2 large; or (2) 4 medium; or (3) 4 evergreen | (1) 15 large; or (2) 30 medium; or (3) 45 small |
| Rear/Side Adjacent | 5 feet | ||
| Residential Adjacent2 | 15 feet | (1) 3 large; or (2) 6 medium; or (3) 6 evergreen | |
| 1 Dense or very dense shrubs | |||
| 2 A solid fence may be used adjacent to residential (if the type and location is permitted by the fence regulations). If a fence is used, trees are not required. Shrubs are still required and shall be planted between the fence and the adjacent property line. | |||
| TABLE 7.7 - PERIMETER PARKING LOT LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Lot location | Min. Perimeter Landscape width | Min. Required Trees (per 50 LF) | Min. Required Evergreen Shrubs (per 50 LF)1 |
Front and adjacent to | 10 feet | (1) 2 large; or (2) 4 medium; or (3) 4 evergreen | (1) 15 large; or (2) 30 medium; or (3) 45 small |
| Rear/Side Adjacent | 5 feet | ||
| Residential Adjacent2 | 15 feet | (1) 3 large; or (2) 6 medium; or (3) 6 evergreen | |
| 1 Dense or very dense shrubs | |||
| 2 A solid fence may be used adjacent to residential (if the type and location is permitted by the fence regulations). If a fence is used, trees are not required. Shrubs are still required and shall be planted between the fence and the adjacent property line. | |||
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A parking garage shall meet the perimeter parking lot landscaping requirements found in Section 7.07, N., 2., a., Parking Lot Landscaping.
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Adjacent to any primary street frontage there shall be pedestrian-oriented amenities which can include benches, planters, bicycle racks, scooter storage areas, vehicular drop off, street lights, trash cans, charging station, etc. Two amenities should be chosen to be located on primary street frontage. The applicant may propose another alternative that meets the intent of the requirements approved by the Zoning Administrator. These amenities can be located within the right-of-way provided that written approval has been provided by the appropriate government jurisdiction.
Trellises or hanging baskets may be used to further enhance parking garage parapets or around the exterior of the parking structure, especially when visible to adjacent residential spaces. Appropriately irrigated and drained planting boxes should be used. Planter boxes should be provided at the top level of the parking garage. If a parking garage is effectively hidden by a building, has an architectural façade, or has first floor retail or office, Perimeter Parking Garage Foundation Landscape and Pedestrian Amenities are not required.
| TABLE 7.8 - BUFFER YARD REQUIREMENTS | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVELOPING USES | ADJACENT USES | ||||||||
Based on Table 4.1 | Residential | Recreation | Lodging | Institutional | Commercial, Office, and Lodging | Industrial/ Transportation | Interstate Limited Access Roadway | ||
Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | Multi-Family Residential | ALL | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | ALL | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | ALL | ALL | ||
Residential | Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| Multi-Family Residential | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | |
Recreation | ALL | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Lodging | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Institutional | ALL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 |
Commercial, Office, and Lodging | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | - | 2 |
Industrial/ Transportation | ALL | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| TABLE 7.8 - BUFFER YARD REQUIREMENTS | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVELOPING USES | ADJACENT USES | ||||||||
Based on Table 4.1 | Residential | Recreation | Lodging | Institutional | Commercial, Office, and Lodging | Industrial/ Transportation | Interstate Limited Access Roadway | ||
Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | Multi-Family Residential | ALL | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | ALL | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | ALL | ALL | ||
Residential | Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| Multi-Family Residential | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | |
Recreation | ALL | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Lodging | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Institutional | ALL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 |
Commercial, Office, and Lodging | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | - | 2 |
Industrial/ Transportation | ALL | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| TABLE 7.8 - BUFFER YARD REQUIREMENTS | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVELOPING USES | ADJACENT USES | ||||||||
Based on Table 4.1 | Residential | Recreation | Lodging | Institutional | Commercial, Office, and Lodging | Industrial/ Transportation | Interstate Limited Access Roadway | ||
Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | Multi-Family Residential | ALL | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | ALL | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | ALL | ALL | ||
Residential | Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| Multi-Family Residential | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | |
Recreation | ALL | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Lodging | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Institutional | ALL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 |
Commercial, Office, and Lodging | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | - | 2 |
Industrial/ Transportation | ALL | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| TABLE 7.8 - BUFFER YARD REQUIREMENTS | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVELOPING USES | ADJACENT USES | ||||||||
Based on Table 4.1 | Residential | Recreation | Lodging | Institutional | Commercial, Office, and Lodging | Industrial/ Transportation | Interstate Limited Access Roadway | ||
Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | Multi-Family Residential | ALL | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | ALL | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | ALL | ALL | ||
Residential | Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| Multi-Family Residential | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | |
Recreation | ALL | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Lodging | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Institutional | ALL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 |
Commercial, Office, and Lodging | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | - | 2 |
Industrial/ Transportation | ALL | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| TABLE 7.9 - BUFFER YARD TYPES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFER YARDS | ARCHITECTURAL AND VEGETATIVE | VEGETATIVE | |
| 1 | Minimum 7.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall fence or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density | or | Minimum 15' wide Buffer Yard
Trees 4 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density |
| 2 | Minimum 15’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 30’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen |
| 3 | Minimum 37.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06) or a 6’ high berm (3:1 slope max, 2.5:1 slope if designed by a geotechnical engineer)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 75’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense of very dense evergreen
Another option can be presented as long as there is 100% opacity. |
| TABLE 7.9 - BUFFER YARD TYPES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFER YARDS | ARCHITECTURAL AND VEGETATIVE | VEGETATIVE | |
| 1 | Minimum 7.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall fence or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density | or | Minimum 15' wide Buffer Yard
Trees 4 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density |
| 2 | Minimum 15’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 30’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen |
| 3 | Minimum 37.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06) or a 6’ high berm (3:1 slope max, 2.5:1 slope if designed by a geotechnical engineer)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 75’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense of very dense evergreen
Another option can be presented as long as there is 100% opacity. |
| TABLE 7.9 - BUFFER YARD TYPES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFER YARDS | ARCHITECTURAL AND VEGETATIVE | VEGETATIVE | |
| 1 | Minimum 7.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall fence or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density | or | Minimum 15' wide Buffer Yard
Trees 4 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density |
| 2 | Minimum 15’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 30’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen |
| 3 | Minimum 37.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06) or a 6’ high berm (3:1 slope max, 2.5:1 slope if designed by a geotechnical engineer)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 75’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense of very dense evergreen
Another option can be presented as long as there is 100% opacity. |
| TABLE 7.9 - BUFFER YARD TYPES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFER YARDS | ARCHITECTURAL AND VEGETATIVE | VEGETATIVE | |
| 1 | Minimum 7.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall fence or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density | or | Minimum 15' wide Buffer Yard
Trees 4 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density |
| 2 | Minimum 15’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 30’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen |
| 3 | Minimum 37.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06) or a 6’ high berm (3:1 slope max, 2.5:1 slope if designed by a geotechnical engineer)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 75’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense of very dense evergreen
Another option can be presented as long as there is 100% opacity. |
| TABLE 7.10 - STREET TREE REQUIREMENTS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| QUANTITY | MAX. DISTANCE BETWEEN TREES | LOCATION | |
| Arterial and Collector Streets | 1 medium street tree per 50 linear feet | 60 feet | Sec. 7.07, H. |
| Local Streets | 1 medium street tree per 40 linear feet | 50 feet | |
| TABLE 7.10 - STREET TREE REQUIREMENTS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| QUANTITY | MAX. DISTANCE BETWEEN TREES | LOCATION | |
| Arterial and Collector Streets | 1 medium street tree per 50 linear feet | 60 feet | Sec. 7.07, H. |
| Local Streets | 1 medium street tree per 40 linear feet | 50 feet | |
| TABLE 7.10 - STREET TREE REQUIREMENTS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| QUANTITY | MAX. DISTANCE BETWEEN TREES | LOCATION | |
| Arterial and Collector Streets | 1 medium street tree per 50 linear feet | 60 feet | Sec. 7.07, H. |
| Local Streets | 1 medium street tree per 40 linear feet | 50 feet | |
| TABLE 7.10 - STREET TREE REQUIREMENTS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| QUANTITY | MAX. DISTANCE BETWEEN TREES | LOCATION | |
| Arterial and Collector Streets | 1 medium street tree per 50 linear feet | 60 feet | Sec. 7.07, H. |
| Local Streets | 1 medium street tree per 40 linear feet | 50 feet | |
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| TABLE 7.1 - ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | ||||||||||
| “X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| A. Character Standards - Non-Residential Construction To define public street space, foster compatibility between development sites, and to emphasize key commercial areas, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on a lot. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All business activities permitted within this zone shall be conducted within a completely enclosed building with the exception of off - street parking and loading and/or unloading areas, outdoor dining areas for restaurants, and outdoor play areas associated with child care centers if these uses are specifically permitted within the zone. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | - | X | - | - | - | |
| 3. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | - | X | X | |
| 4. Business buildings within this zone may outline the top of the building on three sides with a single strand of LED building accent lights. No Animated, projecting, revolving, and moving lights, including those which create the appearance of animation, projection, revolving, or movement, or utilize flashing or intermittent lights, or lights of changing degrees of intensity shall be permitted. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| 5. Unless specifically approved by the city’s chief administrative official, or his/her duly authorized representative or city council, exterior building materials shall be chosen from the following:
a. Brick and tile masonry b. Stucco (cementitious finish) c. Native stone (or synthetic equivalent) d. Pre-cast masonry (for trim and cornice elements only) e. Gypsum reinforced fiber concrete (GFRC – for trim elements only) f. Exterior Insulation Finish System fascias, with moderate finish texture | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Any wall exceeding 50 feet in length shall include at least one vertical projection or recess. The total length of all of the projections or recesses must be at least 4% of the overall facade length. The absolute minimum projection or recess shall be two feet in length. The projection or recess can be realized with setbacks of the building facade, but also with architectural elements that include but are not exclusive of arcades, columns, ribs, piers, and pilasters. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| B. Character Standards - Entrances, Facades, Windows, and Roofs To have well designed buildings that add to the community’s architectural inventory and that provide visual interest to the pedestrian, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. On all flat roofs, a parapet is required. Parapets shall not exceed 15 feet as measured from the top of the roof deck and shall conceal flat roofs and shall be in proportion to the supporting walls. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. If cornices are provided, the shall be three-dimensional. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. If cupolas are proposed, they shall not exceed 15 feet past the base roofline. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. Pitched roofs shall have eaves and overhangs equal to or greater than 12 inches in depth. Depth shall be determined prior to the installation of masonry. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. The minimum pitch of a pitched roof shall be 5:12. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Pitched roofs shall be comprised of three or more roof slope planes. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7. Pitched roofs shall be covered with high quality roofing materials such as natural clay tiles, slate, concrete tiles (with natural texture and color), high quality standing seam metal roofing, wood shakes or shingles (with adequate fire protection), three-dimensional asphalt/fiberglass shingles. Metal roofs shall have a low-gloss finish to reduce glare. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 9. For buildings with elevations in excess of 100 feet in length, a variation in roofline shall be employed for architectural interest and to reduce the apparent scale of the buildings. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| C. Character Standards—Residential Construction To promote thoughtful residential design that will result in the creation and maintenance of strong, vibrant neighborhoods, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on the minimum site for development. | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. Exterior walls of all detached single-family residential dwelling units, except foundations, shall not be constructed of concrete or cinder block. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. The same front elevation cannot be built adjacent to or directly across the street from a single-family residential dwelling with the same front elevation, unless colors, front door or garage doors, window style, gable, or other features are present which result in the front elevation appearing to be different. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. All windows and doors on the front elevations of a new detached single-family residential dwellings must provide a minimum of 3/4 inch by 3 ½ inch trim surround or decorative shutters. Windows, doors, and garage doors in brick veneer are not required to meet this requirement. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. All detached single-family residential dwelling units shall have a minimum of 50% “approved exterior covering” on the front elevation, excluding doors, windows, garage doors, roofs, exterior trim, and shutters. “Approved exterior covering” shall include, brick veneer, stone (real or cultured), stucco, fiber cement siding products natural wood or wood composite horizontal siding, natural wood or wood composite shingles, natural wood or wood composite shake. A combination of design features from lists identified in subsections 7.04, F., and 7.04, G., can be used to decrease the requirement on the front elevation, but it shall not be decreased below 25% unless three or more elements from subsection 7.04, G., are used. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| D. Character Standards—Services, Utilities, and Minor Accessory Uses To subordinate the appearance of services, utilities, and minor accessory uses on individual sites and throughout the [City’s/County’s] jurisdiction, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. All utility equipment (includes meters, boxes, valves, etc. but does not include overhead power lines, light poles, and similar equipment) shall be designed and located to be as inconspicuous as possible and shall not be located on the street-side of a principal structure. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All utility lines serving new development or subdivisions and redevelopment sites shall be placed underground whenever practicable. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 3. All dumpster, trash and recycling receptacle storage areas shall be located in the side or rear yard. Dumspters shall also be screened per Section 7.07. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 4. No building may be constructed in any zone unless the building is connected to a public water and public sanitary sewer system of adequate capacity and design, and approved by proper authorities. Where existing buildings are presently unserved by a public sanitary sewer system and a public water supply, and are located within a reasonable distance of an existing or newly extended sanitary sewer or water line, as determined by the legislative body and/or the Northern Kentucky District Board of Health, said building shall be required to connect with the public sanitary sewer and water system and the private sewage disposal system and private water supply shall be prohibited. | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 5. All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view from the public street frontage or a private access drive which functions as a street. This does not include equipment that is required by a public utility company (i.e. Electric/gas meters, etc.). | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Ground mounted equipment shall be screened either with landscaping or enclosed within a structure which uses the same materials, colors, or design detailing as the principal building. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| E. Character Standards—Open Space To provide open space. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. The amount of maximum overall coverage of impervious surface permitted in the front yard is based on the size of the residential lot according to the following: 30,000 square feet or greater - 25 percent 12,501 square feet – 29,999 square feet - 30 percent 12,500 square feet or less - 40 percent The permitted impervious surface coverage stated within the above table may increase by 5 percent for any lot fronting a cul-de-sac turn around. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| TABLE 7.1 - ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | ||||||||||
| “X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| A. Character Standards - Non-Residential Construction To define public street space, foster compatibility between development sites, and to emphasize key commercial areas, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on a lot. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All business activities permitted within this zone shall be conducted within a completely enclosed building with the exception of off - street parking and loading and/or unloading areas, outdoor dining areas for restaurants, and outdoor play areas associated with child care centers if these uses are specifically permitted within the zone. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | - | X | - | - | - | |
| 3. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | - | X | X | |
| 4. Business buildings within this zone may outline the top of the building on three sides with a single strand of LED building accent lights. No Animated, projecting, revolving, and moving lights, including those which create the appearance of animation, projection, revolving, or movement, or utilize flashing or intermittent lights, or lights of changing degrees of intensity shall be permitted. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| 5. Unless specifically approved by the city’s chief administrative official, or his/her duly authorized representative or city council, exterior building materials shall be chosen from the following:
a. Brick and tile masonry b. Stucco (cementitious finish) c. Native stone (or synthetic equivalent) d. Pre-cast masonry (for trim and cornice elements only) e. Gypsum reinforced fiber concrete (GFRC – for trim elements only) f. Exterior Insulation Finish System fascias, with moderate finish texture | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Any wall exceeding 50 feet in length shall include at least one vertical projection or recess. The total length of all of the projections or recesses must be at least 4% of the overall facade length. The absolute minimum projection or recess shall be two feet in length. The projection or recess can be realized with setbacks of the building facade, but also with architectural elements that include but are not exclusive of arcades, columns, ribs, piers, and pilasters. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| B. Character Standards - Entrances, Facades, Windows, and Roofs To have well designed buildings that add to the community’s architectural inventory and that provide visual interest to the pedestrian, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. On all flat roofs, a parapet is required. Parapets shall not exceed 15 feet as measured from the top of the roof deck and shall conceal flat roofs and shall be in proportion to the supporting walls. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. If cornices are provided, the shall be three-dimensional. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. If cupolas are proposed, they shall not exceed 15 feet past the base roofline. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. Pitched roofs shall have eaves and overhangs equal to or greater than 12 inches in depth. Depth shall be determined prior to the installation of masonry. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. The minimum pitch of a pitched roof shall be 5:12. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Pitched roofs shall be comprised of three or more roof slope planes. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7. Pitched roofs shall be covered with high quality roofing materials such as natural clay tiles, slate, concrete tiles (with natural texture and color), high quality standing seam metal roofing, wood shakes or shingles (with adequate fire protection), three-dimensional asphalt/fiberglass shingles. Metal roofs shall have a low-gloss finish to reduce glare. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 9. For buildings with elevations in excess of 100 feet in length, a variation in roofline shall be employed for architectural interest and to reduce the apparent scale of the buildings. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| C. Character Standards—Residential Construction To promote thoughtful residential design that will result in the creation and maintenance of strong, vibrant neighborhoods, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on the minimum site for development. | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. Exterior walls of all detached single-family residential dwelling units, except foundations, shall not be constructed of concrete or cinder block. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. The same front elevation cannot be built adjacent to or directly across the street from a single-family residential dwelling with the same front elevation, unless colors, front door or garage doors, window style, gable, or other features are present which result in the front elevation appearing to be different. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. All windows and doors on the front elevations of a new detached single-family residential dwellings must provide a minimum of 3/4 inch by 3 ½ inch trim surround or decorative shutters. Windows, doors, and garage doors in brick veneer are not required to meet this requirement. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. All detached single-family residential dwelling units shall have a minimum of 50% “approved exterior covering” on the front elevation, excluding doors, windows, garage doors, roofs, exterior trim, and shutters. “Approved exterior covering” shall include, brick veneer, stone (real or cultured), stucco, fiber cement siding products natural wood or wood composite horizontal siding, natural wood or wood composite shingles, natural wood or wood composite shake. A combination of design features from lists identified in subsections 7.04, F., and 7.04, G., can be used to decrease the requirement on the front elevation, but it shall not be decreased below 25% unless three or more elements from subsection 7.04, G., are used. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| D. Character Standards—Services, Utilities, and Minor Accessory Uses To subordinate the appearance of services, utilities, and minor accessory uses on individual sites and throughout the [City’s/County’s] jurisdiction, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. All utility equipment (includes meters, boxes, valves, etc. but does not include overhead power lines, light poles, and similar equipment) shall be designed and located to be as inconspicuous as possible and shall not be located on the street-side of a principal structure. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All utility lines serving new development or subdivisions and redevelopment sites shall be placed underground whenever practicable. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 3. All dumpster, trash and recycling receptacle storage areas shall be located in the side or rear yard. Dumspters shall also be screened per Section 7.07. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 4. No building may be constructed in any zone unless the building is connected to a public water and public sanitary sewer system of adequate capacity and design, and approved by proper authorities. Where existing buildings are presently unserved by a public sanitary sewer system and a public water supply, and are located within a reasonable distance of an existing or newly extended sanitary sewer or water line, as determined by the legislative body and/or the Northern Kentucky District Board of Health, said building shall be required to connect with the public sanitary sewer and water system and the private sewage disposal system and private water supply shall be prohibited. | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 5. All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view from the public street frontage or a private access drive which functions as a street. This does not include equipment that is required by a public utility company (i.e. Electric/gas meters, etc.). | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Ground mounted equipment shall be screened either with landscaping or enclosed within a structure which uses the same materials, colors, or design detailing as the principal building. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| E. Character Standards—Open Space To provide open space. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. The amount of maximum overall coverage of impervious surface permitted in the front yard is based on the size of the residential lot according to the following: 30,000 square feet or greater - 25 percent 12,501 square feet – 29,999 square feet - 30 percent 12,500 square feet or less - 40 percent The permitted impervious surface coverage stated within the above table may increase by 5 percent for any lot fronting a cul-de-sac turn around. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| TABLE 7.1 - ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | ||||||||||
| “X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| A. Character Standards - Non-Residential Construction To define public street space, foster compatibility between development sites, and to emphasize key commercial areas, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on a lot. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All business activities permitted within this zone shall be conducted within a completely enclosed building with the exception of off - street parking and loading and/or unloading areas, outdoor dining areas for restaurants, and outdoor play areas associated with child care centers if these uses are specifically permitted within the zone. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | - | X | - | - | - | |
| 3. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | - | X | X | |
| 4. Business buildings within this zone may outline the top of the building on three sides with a single strand of LED building accent lights. No Animated, projecting, revolving, and moving lights, including those which create the appearance of animation, projection, revolving, or movement, or utilize flashing or intermittent lights, or lights of changing degrees of intensity shall be permitted. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| 5. Unless specifically approved by the city’s chief administrative official, or his/her duly authorized representative or city council, exterior building materials shall be chosen from the following:
a. Brick and tile masonry b. Stucco (cementitious finish) c. Native stone (or synthetic equivalent) d. Pre-cast masonry (for trim and cornice elements only) e. Gypsum reinforced fiber concrete (GFRC – for trim elements only) f. Exterior Insulation Finish System fascias, with moderate finish texture | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Any wall exceeding 50 feet in length shall include at least one vertical projection or recess. The total length of all of the projections or recesses must be at least 4% of the overall facade length. The absolute minimum projection or recess shall be two feet in length. The projection or recess can be realized with setbacks of the building facade, but also with architectural elements that include but are not exclusive of arcades, columns, ribs, piers, and pilasters. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| B. Character Standards - Entrances, Facades, Windows, and Roofs To have well designed buildings that add to the community’s architectural inventory and that provide visual interest to the pedestrian, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. On all flat roofs, a parapet is required. Parapets shall not exceed 15 feet as measured from the top of the roof deck and shall conceal flat roofs and shall be in proportion to the supporting walls. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. If cornices are provided, the shall be three-dimensional. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. If cupolas are proposed, they shall not exceed 15 feet past the base roofline. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. Pitched roofs shall have eaves and overhangs equal to or greater than 12 inches in depth. Depth shall be determined prior to the installation of masonry. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. The minimum pitch of a pitched roof shall be 5:12. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Pitched roofs shall be comprised of three or more roof slope planes. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7. Pitched roofs shall be covered with high quality roofing materials such as natural clay tiles, slate, concrete tiles (with natural texture and color), high quality standing seam metal roofing, wood shakes or shingles (with adequate fire protection), three-dimensional asphalt/fiberglass shingles. Metal roofs shall have a low-gloss finish to reduce glare. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 9. For buildings with elevations in excess of 100 feet in length, a variation in roofline shall be employed for architectural interest and to reduce the apparent scale of the buildings. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| C. Character Standards—Residential Construction To promote thoughtful residential design that will result in the creation and maintenance of strong, vibrant neighborhoods, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on the minimum site for development. | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. Exterior walls of all detached single-family residential dwelling units, except foundations, shall not be constructed of concrete or cinder block. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. The same front elevation cannot be built adjacent to or directly across the street from a single-family residential dwelling with the same front elevation, unless colors, front door or garage doors, window style, gable, or other features are present which result in the front elevation appearing to be different. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. All windows and doors on the front elevations of a new detached single-family residential dwellings must provide a minimum of 3/4 inch by 3 ½ inch trim surround or decorative shutters. Windows, doors, and garage doors in brick veneer are not required to meet this requirement. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. All detached single-family residential dwelling units shall have a minimum of 50% “approved exterior covering” on the front elevation, excluding doors, windows, garage doors, roofs, exterior trim, and shutters. “Approved exterior covering” shall include, brick veneer, stone (real or cultured), stucco, fiber cement siding products natural wood or wood composite horizontal siding, natural wood or wood composite shingles, natural wood or wood composite shake. A combination of design features from lists identified in subsections 7.04, F., and 7.04, G., can be used to decrease the requirement on the front elevation, but it shall not be decreased below 25% unless three or more elements from subsection 7.04, G., are used. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| D. Character Standards—Services, Utilities, and Minor Accessory Uses To subordinate the appearance of services, utilities, and minor accessory uses on individual sites and throughout the [City’s/County’s] jurisdiction, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. All utility equipment (includes meters, boxes, valves, etc. but does not include overhead power lines, light poles, and similar equipment) shall be designed and located to be as inconspicuous as possible and shall not be located on the street-side of a principal structure. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All utility lines serving new development or subdivisions and redevelopment sites shall be placed underground whenever practicable. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 3. All dumpster, trash and recycling receptacle storage areas shall be located in the side or rear yard. Dumspters shall also be screened per Section 7.07. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 4. No building may be constructed in any zone unless the building is connected to a public water and public sanitary sewer system of adequate capacity and design, and approved by proper authorities. Where existing buildings are presently unserved by a public sanitary sewer system and a public water supply, and are located within a reasonable distance of an existing or newly extended sanitary sewer or water line, as determined by the legislative body and/or the Northern Kentucky District Board of Health, said building shall be required to connect with the public sanitary sewer and water system and the private sewage disposal system and private water supply shall be prohibited. | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 5. All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view from the public street frontage or a private access drive which functions as a street. This does not include equipment that is required by a public utility company (i.e. Electric/gas meters, etc.). | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Ground mounted equipment shall be screened either with landscaping or enclosed within a structure which uses the same materials, colors, or design detailing as the principal building. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| E. Character Standards—Open Space To provide open space. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. The amount of maximum overall coverage of impervious surface permitted in the front yard is based on the size of the residential lot according to the following: 30,000 square feet or greater - 25 percent 12,501 square feet – 29,999 square feet - 30 percent 12,500 square feet or less - 40 percent The permitted impervious surface coverage stated within the above table may increase by 5 percent for any lot fronting a cul-de-sac turn around. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| TABLE 7.1 - ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | ||||||||||
| “X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| A. Character Standards - Non-Residential Construction To define public street space, foster compatibility between development sites, and to emphasize key commercial areas, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on a lot. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All business activities permitted within this zone shall be conducted within a completely enclosed building with the exception of off - street parking and loading and/or unloading areas, outdoor dining areas for restaurants, and outdoor play areas associated with child care centers if these uses are specifically permitted within the zone. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | - | X | - | - | - | |
| 3. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | - | X | X | |
| 4. Business buildings within this zone may outline the top of the building on three sides with a single strand of LED building accent lights. No Animated, projecting, revolving, and moving lights, including those which create the appearance of animation, projection, revolving, or movement, or utilize flashing or intermittent lights, or lights of changing degrees of intensity shall be permitted. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| 5. Unless specifically approved by the city’s chief administrative official, or his/her duly authorized representative or city council, exterior building materials shall be chosen from the following:
a. Brick and tile masonry b. Stucco (cementitious finish) c. Native stone (or synthetic equivalent) d. Pre-cast masonry (for trim and cornice elements only) e. Gypsum reinforced fiber concrete (GFRC – for trim elements only) f. Exterior Insulation Finish System fascias, with moderate finish texture | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Any wall exceeding 50 feet in length shall include at least one vertical projection or recess. The total length of all of the projections or recesses must be at least 4% of the overall facade length. The absolute minimum projection or recess shall be two feet in length. The projection or recess can be realized with setbacks of the building facade, but also with architectural elements that include but are not exclusive of arcades, columns, ribs, piers, and pilasters. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| B. Character Standards - Entrances, Facades, Windows, and Roofs To have well designed buildings that add to the community’s architectural inventory and that provide visual interest to the pedestrian, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. On all flat roofs, a parapet is required. Parapets shall not exceed 15 feet as measured from the top of the roof deck and shall conceal flat roofs and shall be in proportion to the supporting walls. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. If cornices are provided, the shall be three-dimensional. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. If cupolas are proposed, they shall not exceed 15 feet past the base roofline. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. Pitched roofs shall have eaves and overhangs equal to or greater than 12 inches in depth. Depth shall be determined prior to the installation of masonry. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. The minimum pitch of a pitched roof shall be 5:12. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Pitched roofs shall be comprised of three or more roof slope planes. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7. Pitched roofs shall be covered with high quality roofing materials such as natural clay tiles, slate, concrete tiles (with natural texture and color), high quality standing seam metal roofing, wood shakes or shingles (with adequate fire protection), three-dimensional asphalt/fiberglass shingles. Metal roofs shall have a low-gloss finish to reduce glare. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 9. For buildings with elevations in excess of 100 feet in length, a variation in roofline shall be employed for architectural interest and to reduce the apparent scale of the buildings. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | - | - | - | - | - | |
| C. Character Standards—Residential Construction To promote thoughtful residential design that will result in the creation and maintenance of strong, vibrant neighborhoods, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. More than one principal building, as defined herein, may be permitted on the minimum site for development. | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. No outdoor storage of any material, usable or waste, shall be permitted except within enclosed containers, except where otherwise permitted in Article 4, Use Regulations and Standards. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 3. Exterior walls of all detached single-family residential dwelling units, except foundations, shall not be constructed of concrete or cinder block. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 4. The same front elevation cannot be built adjacent to or directly across the street from a single-family residential dwelling with the same front elevation, unless colors, front door or garage doors, window style, gable, or other features are present which result in the front elevation appearing to be different. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5. All windows and doors on the front elevations of a new detached single-family residential dwellings must provide a minimum of 3/4 inch by 3 ½ inch trim surround or decorative shutters. Windows, doors, and garage doors in brick veneer are not required to meet this requirement. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. All detached single-family residential dwelling units shall have a minimum of 50% “approved exterior covering” on the front elevation, excluding doors, windows, garage doors, roofs, exterior trim, and shutters. “Approved exterior covering” shall include, brick veneer, stone (real or cultured), stucco, fiber cement siding products natural wood or wood composite horizontal siding, natural wood or wood composite shingles, natural wood or wood composite shake. A combination of design features from lists identified in subsections 7.04, F., and 7.04, G., can be used to decrease the requirement on the front elevation, but it shall not be decreased below 25% unless three or more elements from subsection 7.04, G., are used. | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| D. Character Standards—Services, Utilities, and Minor Accessory Uses To subordinate the appearance of services, utilities, and minor accessory uses on individual sites and throughout the [City’s/County’s] jurisdiction, the following standards shall apply. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. All utility equipment (includes meters, boxes, valves, etc. but does not include overhead power lines, light poles, and similar equipment) shall be designed and located to be as inconspicuous as possible and shall not be located on the street-side of a principal structure. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
| 2. All utility lines serving new development or subdivisions and redevelopment sites shall be placed underground whenever practicable. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 3. All dumpster, trash and recycling receptacle storage areas shall be located in the side or rear yard. Dumspters shall also be screened per Section 7.07. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 4. No building may be constructed in any zone unless the building is connected to a public water and public sanitary sewer system of adequate capacity and design, and approved by proper authorities. Where existing buildings are presently unserved by a public sanitary sewer system and a public water supply, and are located within a reasonable distance of an existing or newly extended sanitary sewer or water line, as determined by the legislative body and/or the Northern Kentucky District Board of Health, said building shall be required to connect with the public sanitary sewer and water system and the private sewage disposal system and private water supply shall be prohibited. | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 5. All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view from the public street frontage or a private access drive which functions as a street. This does not include equipment that is required by a public utility company (i.e. Electric/gas meters, etc.). | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| 6. Ground mounted equipment shall be screened either with landscaping or enclosed within a structure which uses the same materials, colors, or design detailing as the principal building. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | |
| E. Character Standards—Open Space To provide open space. | ||||||||||||||
| 1. The amount of maximum overall coverage of impervious surface permitted in the front yard is based on the size of the residential lot according to the following: 30,000 square feet or greater - 25 percent 12,501 square feet – 29,999 square feet - 30 percent 12,500 square feet or less - 40 percent The permitted impervious surface coverage stated within the above table may increase by 5 percent for any lot fronting a cul-de-sac turn around. | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Approved on the Concept or Final Dev. Plan |
Effective on: 1/1/1901
The following standards shall apply to all exterior artificial light sources in all zones except for single-family residential uses. Uses that are in operation after dusk and/or before dawn are required to provide site lighting to ensure the safety of customers and workers. See Section 8.08 for regulations regarding glare for all uses, including single-family residential uses.
The following are exempted from the requirements of this section.
The following effects from exterior lighting of buildings, properties, developments, signs or other features, and for any use, including, but not limited to, residential, commercial, and industrial uses, shall be prohibited.

Effective on: 1/1/1901
The following standards shall apply to all fences and walls in all zoning districts unless otherwise noted.

The following standards shall apply to all fences and walls in all zoning districts unless otherwise noted.
| TABLE 7.2 - FENCE AND WALL TYPES DESCRIBED AND ILLUSTRATED | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| TYPE | DESCRIPTION | EXAMPLE PHOTOS | |
| Masonry walls | Masonry walls may be made of brick, concrete block, stone, or a combination of such materials. Unfinished concrete block may not be used as a facing material. These walls may be used on many types of building sites to provide privacy, stabilize terraces, secure pets and children, and delineate or set off landscape features. | ![]() | |
| Ornamental metal or other (materials designed to resemble ornamental metal) | Decorative metal fencing that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most often used in urban areas and small lot subdivisions where the need to balance access control with visibility exists. | ![]() | |
| Woven wire, including chain link | Wire woven into a fencing material that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most appropriate for agricultural areas to control livestock and delineate pasture. | ![]() | |
| Wood or other (materials designed to resemble wood such as composite or vinyl) | Wooden picket or slat fencing either opaque (privacy fencing) or semi-opaque. Wooden slats and pickets on these fences must be a minimum of 3 inches wide. | ![]() | |
| Mixed-material | Fences typically combining two or more fence materials. This fence type does not include woven wire fencing where fence posts made of wood or other materials may be used. These fences are often found in suburban or rural areas as visually lower-impact pet or child enclosures. | ![]() | |
| Hedge | A fence or boundary formed by closely growing bushes or shrubs planted in a fashion that provides an opaque or nearly opaque barrier. | ![]() | |
| Barbed wire / sharp-pointed fences | A fence discouraging climbing or sitting through the use of sharp points or objects welded to or embedded in fence posts or walls. | ![]() | ![]() |
| Flood retaining walls | Walls in this category are designed and intended to contain or redirect flood waters. | ![]() | |
| Sports | These fences typically surround active sport areas such as tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, and football fields. They serve to keep the ball close to the field of play and to control access to the play area. Fences must be made of coated chain link or similar material. | ![]() | |
| Security | Security walls and fences, including but not limited to razor wire, concertina wire, and similar high security fencing material required to secure industrial properties. | ![]() | |
| TABLE 7.2 - FENCE AND WALL TYPES DESCRIBED AND ILLUSTRATED | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| TYPE | DESCRIPTION | EXAMPLE PHOTOS | |
| Masonry walls | Masonry walls may be made of brick, concrete block, stone, or a combination of such materials. Unfinished concrete block may not be used as a facing material. These walls may be used on many types of building sites to provide privacy, stabilize terraces, secure pets and children, and delineate or set off landscape features. | ![]() | |
| Ornamental metal or other (materials designed to resemble ornamental metal) | Decorative metal fencing that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most often used in urban areas and small lot subdivisions where the need to balance access control with visibility exists. | ![]() | |
| Woven wire, including chain link | Wire woven into a fencing material that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most appropriate for agricultural areas to control livestock and delineate pasture. | ![]() | |
| Wood or other (materials designed to resemble wood such as composite or vinyl) | Wooden picket or slat fencing either opaque (privacy fencing) or semi-opaque. Wooden slats and pickets on these fences must be a minimum of 3 inches wide. | ![]() | |
| Mixed-material | Fences typically combining two or more fence materials. This fence type does not include woven wire fencing where fence posts made of wood or other materials may be used. These fences are often found in suburban or rural areas as visually lower-impact pet or child enclosures. | ![]() | |
| Hedge | A fence or boundary formed by closely growing bushes or shrubs planted in a fashion that provides an opaque or nearly opaque barrier. | ![]() | |
| Barbed wire / sharp-pointed fences | A fence discouraging climbing or sitting through the use of sharp points or objects welded to or embedded in fence posts or walls. | ![]() | ![]() |
| Flood retaining walls | Walls in this category are designed and intended to contain or redirect flood waters. | ![]() | |
| Sports | These fences typically surround active sport areas such as tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, and football fields. They serve to keep the ball close to the field of play and to control access to the play area. Fences must be made of coated chain link or similar material. | ![]() | |
| Security | Security walls and fences, including but not limited to razor wire, concertina wire, and similar high security fencing material required to secure industrial properties. | ![]() | |
| TABLE 7.2 - FENCE AND WALL TYPES DESCRIBED AND ILLUSTRATED | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| TYPE | DESCRIPTION | EXAMPLE PHOTOS | |
| Masonry walls | Masonry walls may be made of brick, concrete block, stone, or a combination of such materials. Unfinished concrete block may not be used as a facing material. These walls may be used on many types of building sites to provide privacy, stabilize terraces, secure pets and children, and delineate or set off landscape features. | ![]() | |
| Ornamental metal or other (materials designed to resemble ornamental metal) | Decorative metal fencing that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most often used in urban areas and small lot subdivisions where the need to balance access control with visibility exists. | ![]() | |
| Woven wire, including chain link | Wire woven into a fencing material that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most appropriate for agricultural areas to control livestock and delineate pasture. | ![]() | |
| Wood or other (materials designed to resemble wood such as composite or vinyl) | Wooden picket or slat fencing either opaque (privacy fencing) or semi-opaque. Wooden slats and pickets on these fences must be a minimum of 3 inches wide. | ![]() | |
| Mixed-material | Fences typically combining two or more fence materials. This fence type does not include woven wire fencing where fence posts made of wood or other materials may be used. These fences are often found in suburban or rural areas as visually lower-impact pet or child enclosures. | ![]() | |
| Hedge | A fence or boundary formed by closely growing bushes or shrubs planted in a fashion that provides an opaque or nearly opaque barrier. | ![]() | |
| Barbed wire / sharp-pointed fences | A fence discouraging climbing or sitting through the use of sharp points or objects welded to or embedded in fence posts or walls. | ![]() | ![]() |
| Flood retaining walls | Walls in this category are designed and intended to contain or redirect flood waters. | ![]() | |
| Sports | These fences typically surround active sport areas such as tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, and football fields. They serve to keep the ball close to the field of play and to control access to the play area. Fences must be made of coated chain link or similar material. | ![]() | |
| Security | Security walls and fences, including but not limited to razor wire, concertina wire, and similar high security fencing material required to secure industrial properties. | ![]() | |
| TABLE 7.2 - FENCE AND WALL TYPES DESCRIBED AND ILLUSTRATED | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| TYPE | DESCRIPTION | EXAMPLE PHOTOS | |
| Masonry walls | Masonry walls may be made of brick, concrete block, stone, or a combination of such materials. Unfinished concrete block may not be used as a facing material. These walls may be used on many types of building sites to provide privacy, stabilize terraces, secure pets and children, and delineate or set off landscape features. | ![]() | |
| Ornamental metal or other (materials designed to resemble ornamental metal) | Decorative metal fencing that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most often used in urban areas and small lot subdivisions where the need to balance access control with visibility exists. | ![]() | |
| Woven wire, including chain link | Wire woven into a fencing material that has a pattern with a minimum 80 percent or more open. This fencing is most appropriate for agricultural areas to control livestock and delineate pasture. | ![]() | |
| Wood or other (materials designed to resemble wood such as composite or vinyl) | Wooden picket or slat fencing either opaque (privacy fencing) or semi-opaque. Wooden slats and pickets on these fences must be a minimum of 3 inches wide. | ![]() | |
| Mixed-material | Fences typically combining two or more fence materials. This fence type does not include woven wire fencing where fence posts made of wood or other materials may be used. These fences are often found in suburban or rural areas as visually lower-impact pet or child enclosures. | ![]() | |
| Hedge | A fence or boundary formed by closely growing bushes or shrubs planted in a fashion that provides an opaque or nearly opaque barrier. | ![]() | |
| Barbed wire / sharp-pointed fences | A fence discouraging climbing or sitting through the use of sharp points or objects welded to or embedded in fence posts or walls. | ![]() | ![]() |
| Flood retaining walls | Walls in this category are designed and intended to contain or redirect flood waters. | ![]() | |
| Sports | These fences typically surround active sport areas such as tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, and football fields. They serve to keep the ball close to the field of play and to control access to the play area. Fences must be made of coated chain link or similar material. | ![]() | |
| Security | Security walls and fences, including but not limited to razor wire, concertina wire, and similar high security fencing material required to secure industrial properties. | ![]() | |
TABLE 7.3 - FENCE TYPES LIMITED | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
“X” means that the fence type is permitted.
| ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||
| R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | The type, location, and height of all fences and walls shall be approved on the Concept or Final Development Plan Type, location, and height of all fences & walls shall be approved on Concept or Final Development Plan |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | Per Engineering Requirements | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | 8 feet [2] | - | 8 [2] | ||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
[1] Not permitted along the street side of a corner lot in any zoning district | |||||||||||||||
[2] Fences up to 12' in height are permitted to enclose tennis courts or as a backstop for baseball and/or softball fields | |||||||||||||||
TABLE 7.3 - FENCE TYPES LIMITED | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
“X” means that the fence type is permitted.
| ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||
| R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | The type, location, and height of all fences and walls shall be approved on the Concept or Final Development Plan Type, location, and height of all fences & walls shall be approved on Concept or Final Development Plan |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | Per Engineering Requirements | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | 8 feet [2] | - | 8 [2] | ||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
[1] Not permitted along the street side of a corner lot in any zoning district | |||||||||||||||
[2] Fences up to 12' in height are permitted to enclose tennis courts or as a backstop for baseball and/or softball fields | |||||||||||||||
TABLE 7.3 - FENCE TYPES LIMITED | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
“X” means that the fence type is permitted.
| ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||
| R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | The type, location, and height of all fences and walls shall be approved on the Concept or Final Development Plan Type, location, and height of all fences & walls shall be approved on Concept or Final Development Plan |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | Per Engineering Requirements | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | 8 feet [2] | - | 8 [2] | ||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
[1] Not permitted along the street side of a corner lot in any zoning district | |||||||||||||||
[2] Fences up to 12' in height are permitted to enclose tennis courts or as a backstop for baseball and/or softball fields | |||||||||||||||
TABLE 7.3 - FENCE TYPES LIMITED | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
“X” means that the fence type is permitted.
| ZONING DISTRICTS | ||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||
| R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | CO | INST | PUD |
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | The type, location, and height of all fences and walls shall be approved on the Concept or Final Development Plan Type, location, and height of all fences & walls shall be approved on Concept or Final Development Plan |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | - | 4 | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | - | 4 | - | - | ||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | 6 feet | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | 6 feet | 6 | |||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | Per Engineering Requirements | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | |
| Maximum Height, Front | 8 feet [2] | - | 8 [2] | ||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Maximum Height, Front | - | ||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Side | |||||||||||||||
| Maximum Height, Rear | |||||||||||||||
[1] Not permitted along the street side of a corner lot in any zoning district | |||||||||||||||
[2] Fences up to 12' in height are permitted to enclose tennis courts or as a backstop for baseball and/or softball fields | |||||||||||||||
Walls and fences shall be erected and maintained in a safe manner. Walls and fences not erected or maintained in a safe manner through neglect, lack of repair, manner of construction, method of placement, or otherwise deemed unsafe by the City shall be repaired, replaced, removed, or subject to enforcement action as a violation of this Ordinance.
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The stem portion of flag lots are restricted to the front yard fence regulations. All other portions of the lot are permitted to have front, side, and/or rear yard fences, unless a more restrictive fence type or height is required on adjacent lot line. Where this occurs, the flag lot must use the more restrictive fence type or height standard.
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Corner lots and double frontage lots are restricted to the front yard fence regulations within any front yard area adjacent to a street, with side yard fences permitted in all other yard areas. Rear yard fences are only permitted within the rear yard areas, as defined within Article 14, for corner lots.
Fences on Vacant Lots
The construction of walls or fences is allowed on a property with no principal structure provided that a principal structure or principal use with the same ownership as the vacant property abuts the vacant property (without a street or alley separating). The fence constructed must meet all regulations of Section 7.06. No accessory structure other than a fence may be constructed on a vacant property.
Fence material must be consistent all the way around the property.
Chain-link fences are prohibited on vacant properties in all Residential and Commercial District.
Effective on: 1/1/1901
The purpose of this section is to establish minimum standards for the provision, installation, and maintenance of landscaped areas to physically separate and visually screen adjacent uses and zoning districts that are not compatible. These regulations are intended to:
| TABLE 7.4 | |
| Existing Structure Square Feet | Expansion Beyond Square Feet of Existing Structure |
| 1,000 square feet or less | 101 percent or greater |
| 1,001 to 10,000 square feet | 40 percent or greater |
| 10,001 to 25,000 square feet | 30 percent or greater |
| 25,001 to 50,000 square feet | 20 percent or greater |
| 50,001 square feet or greater | 10 percent or greater |
A landscaping plan shall be required for the submission of any new development or redevelopment. This plan shall be submitted in accordance with the procedures and requirements in the Landscape and Planting Manual. Additional procedural requirements may be found in Article 13, Process and Procedure.
| TABLE 7.5 - LANDSCAPE & REQUIREMENTS STANDARDS | |||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZONING DISTRICTS | |||||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||||
“X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | SECTION | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | MU | CO | INST | PUD |
| Interior Site Landscaping Interior landscaping is the base landscape requirement that will increase aesthetics, encourage open space and an increase in the amount of natural vegetation within a site or development and shall be provided for all new construction. | 7.07, I. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Foundation and Fence/Wall Landscaping Foundation and fence/wall landscaping is required to break up commercial or industrial building foundations, fences, and walls. The purpose of this type of landscaping is to increase aesthetics, and to soften foundations, fences, and walls. | 7.07, J. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | X | - |
| Perimeter Landscaping Perimeter landscaping is required to soften the perimeter or outside of the site or development, and expansions of existing buildings. The purpose of the perimeter landscape is to provide a slight separation between similar intensity uses. | 7.07, K. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Parking Lot Landscaping Parking lot landscaping shall be provided for all new parking lots and garages, relocated parking lots, and expanded parking lots. The purpose of this is to help screen the parking lot from view of the street or other lower intensity development. Types of parking lot landscaping required include parking perimeter landscaping, landscaping islands, and parking median landscaping. | 7.07, L. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Buffer Yards Buffer yards provide an opaque buffer to limit the view of adjacent use and shall be provided for adjacent incompatible uses. | 7.07, M. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Site Element Landscaping Site element landscaping shall be provided to screen elements on a site that may have additional noise, odor, or susceptible to trash and debris build-up such as dumpsters and mechanical equipment. | 7.07, N. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Street Trees Street trees provide additional aesthetic enhancement along City street if determined by the Zoning Administrator that a street has established street trees lining the right-of-way. The purpose of street trees are to maintain the established aesthetic and character of a street. | 7.07, O. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| TABLE 7.5 - LANDSCAPE & REQUIREMENTS STANDARDS | |||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZONING DISTRICTS | |||||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||||
“X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | SECTION | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | MU | CO | INST | PUD |
| Interior Site Landscaping Interior landscaping is the base landscape requirement that will increase aesthetics, encourage open space and an increase in the amount of natural vegetation within a site or development and shall be provided for all new construction. | 7.07, I. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Foundation and Fence/Wall Landscaping Foundation and fence/wall landscaping is required to break up commercial or industrial building foundations, fences, and walls. The purpose of this type of landscaping is to increase aesthetics, and to soften foundations, fences, and walls. | 7.07, J. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | X | - |
| Perimeter Landscaping Perimeter landscaping is required to soften the perimeter or outside of the site or development, and expansions of existing buildings. The purpose of the perimeter landscape is to provide a slight separation between similar intensity uses. | 7.07, K. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Parking Lot Landscaping Parking lot landscaping shall be provided for all new parking lots and garages, relocated parking lots, and expanded parking lots. The purpose of this is to help screen the parking lot from view of the street or other lower intensity development. Types of parking lot landscaping required include parking perimeter landscaping, landscaping islands, and parking median landscaping. | 7.07, L. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Buffer Yards Buffer yards provide an opaque buffer to limit the view of adjacent use and shall be provided for adjacent incompatible uses. | 7.07, M. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Site Element Landscaping Site element landscaping shall be provided to screen elements on a site that may have additional noise, odor, or susceptible to trash and debris build-up such as dumpsters and mechanical equipment. | 7.07, N. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Street Trees Street trees provide additional aesthetic enhancement along City street if determined by the Zoning Administrator that a street has established street trees lining the right-of-way. The purpose of street trees are to maintain the established aesthetic and character of a street. | 7.07, O. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| TABLE 7.5 - LANDSCAPE & REQUIREMENTS STANDARDS | |||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZONING DISTRICTS | |||||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||||
“X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | SECTION | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | MU | CO | INST | PUD |
| Interior Site Landscaping Interior landscaping is the base landscape requirement that will increase aesthetics, encourage open space and an increase in the amount of natural vegetation within a site or development and shall be provided for all new construction. | 7.07, I. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Foundation and Fence/Wall Landscaping Foundation and fence/wall landscaping is required to break up commercial or industrial building foundations, fences, and walls. The purpose of this type of landscaping is to increase aesthetics, and to soften foundations, fences, and walls. | 7.07, J. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | X | - |
| Perimeter Landscaping Perimeter landscaping is required to soften the perimeter or outside of the site or development, and expansions of existing buildings. The purpose of the perimeter landscape is to provide a slight separation between similar intensity uses. | 7.07, K. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Parking Lot Landscaping Parking lot landscaping shall be provided for all new parking lots and garages, relocated parking lots, and expanded parking lots. The purpose of this is to help screen the parking lot from view of the street or other lower intensity development. Types of parking lot landscaping required include parking perimeter landscaping, landscaping islands, and parking median landscaping. | 7.07, L. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Buffer Yards Buffer yards provide an opaque buffer to limit the view of adjacent use and shall be provided for adjacent incompatible uses. | 7.07, M. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Site Element Landscaping Site element landscaping shall be provided to screen elements on a site that may have additional noise, odor, or susceptible to trash and debris build-up such as dumpsters and mechanical equipment. | 7.07, N. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Street Trees Street trees provide additional aesthetic enhancement along City street if determined by the Zoning Administrator that a street has established street trees lining the right-of-way. The purpose of street trees are to maintain the established aesthetic and character of a street. | 7.07, O. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| TABLE 7.5 - LANDSCAPE & REQUIREMENTS STANDARDS | |||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZONING DISTRICTS | |||||||||||||||||
| RESIDENTIAL | COMM | EMP | OTHER | SPECIAL | |||||||||||||
“X” means that the standard is required. “-” means that the standard is not required. | SECTION | R-RE | R-CVS | R-CPS | R-M | R-MF | MHP | COND USE | NC | CC | HC | BP | GI | MU | CO | INST | PUD |
| Interior Site Landscaping Interior landscaping is the base landscape requirement that will increase aesthetics, encourage open space and an increase in the amount of natural vegetation within a site or development and shall be provided for all new construction. | 7.07, I. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Foundation and Fence/Wall Landscaping Foundation and fence/wall landscaping is required to break up commercial or industrial building foundations, fences, and walls. The purpose of this type of landscaping is to increase aesthetics, and to soften foundations, fences, and walls. | 7.07, J. | - | - | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | - | X | - |
| Perimeter Landscaping Perimeter landscaping is required to soften the perimeter or outside of the site or development, and expansions of existing buildings. The purpose of the perimeter landscape is to provide a slight separation between similar intensity uses. | 7.07, K. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Parking Lot Landscaping Parking lot landscaping shall be provided for all new parking lots and garages, relocated parking lots, and expanded parking lots. The purpose of this is to help screen the parking lot from view of the street or other lower intensity development. Types of parking lot landscaping required include parking perimeter landscaping, landscaping islands, and parking median landscaping. | 7.07, L. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Buffer Yards Buffer yards provide an opaque buffer to limit the view of adjacent use and shall be provided for adjacent incompatible uses. | 7.07, M. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Site Element Landscaping Site element landscaping shall be provided to screen elements on a site that may have additional noise, odor, or susceptible to trash and debris build-up such as dumpsters and mechanical equipment. | 7.07, N. | - | - | - | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | - | X | X |
| Street Trees Street trees provide additional aesthetic enhancement along City street if determined by the Zoning Administrator that a street has established street trees lining the right-of-way. The purpose of street trees are to maintain the established aesthetic and character of a street. | 7.07, O. | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
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| 1 large tree = 2 medium trees = 2 evergreen trees |
| 1 medium tree = 1 evergreen tree |
| 1 large shrub = 2 medium shrubs = 4 small shrubs |
| 1 medium shrub = 2 small shrubs |
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| TABLE 7.6 - LOT PLANTING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot Size | < 12,000 sf | 12,000 – 22,000 sf | 22,000 – 45,000 sf | > 45,000 sf |
| Min. Number of Trees1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 +1 per 15,000 sf of lot area over 45,000 sf |
| Large Tree | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1/3 of all trees |
| Tree Placement | At least 1 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 3 in Front Yard |
| 1 Trees can be either large, medium, or evergreen, unless specified in the chart above. | ||||
| TABLE 7.6 - LOT PLANTING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot Size | < 12,000 sf | 12,000 – 22,000 sf | 22,000 – 45,000 sf | > 45,000 sf |
| Min. Number of Trees1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 +1 per 15,000 sf of lot area over 45,000 sf |
| Large Tree | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1/3 of all trees |
| Tree Placement | At least 1 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 3 in Front Yard |
| 1 Trees can be either large, medium, or evergreen, unless specified in the chart above. | ||||
| TABLE 7.6 - LOT PLANTING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot Size | < 12,000 sf | 12,000 – 22,000 sf | 22,000 – 45,000 sf | > 45,000 sf |
| Min. Number of Trees1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 +1 per 15,000 sf of lot area over 45,000 sf |
| Large Tree | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1/3 of all trees |
| Tree Placement | At least 1 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 3 in Front Yard |
| 1 Trees can be either large, medium, or evergreen, unless specified in the chart above. | ||||
| TABLE 7.6 - LOT PLANTING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot Size | < 12,000 sf | 12,000 – 22,000 sf | 22,000 – 45,000 sf | > 45,000 sf |
| Min. Number of Trees1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 +1 per 15,000 sf of lot area over 45,000 sf |
| Large Tree | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1/3 of all trees |
| Tree Placement | At least 1 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 2 in Front Yard | At least 3 in Front Yard |
| 1 Trees can be either large, medium, or evergreen, unless specified in the chart above. | ||||


| TABLE 7.7 - PERIMETER PARKING LOT LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Lot location | Min. Perimeter Landscape width | Min. Required Trees (per 50 LF) | Min. Required Evergreen Shrubs (per 50 LF)1 |
Front and adjacent to | 10 feet | (1) 2 large; or (2) 4 medium; or (3) 4 evergreen | (1) 15 large; or (2) 30 medium; or (3) 45 small |
| Rear/Side Adjacent | 5 feet | ||
| Residential Adjacent2 | 15 feet | (1) 3 large; or (2) 6 medium; or (3) 6 evergreen | |
| 1 Dense or very dense shrubs | |||
| 2 A solid fence may be used adjacent to residential (if the type and location is permitted by the fence regulations). If a fence is used, trees are not required. Shrubs are still required and shall be planted between the fence and the adjacent property line. | |||
| TABLE 7.7 - PERIMETER PARKING LOT LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Lot location | Min. Perimeter Landscape width | Min. Required Trees (per 50 LF) | Min. Required Evergreen Shrubs (per 50 LF)1 |
Front and adjacent to | 10 feet | (1) 2 large; or (2) 4 medium; or (3) 4 evergreen | (1) 15 large; or (2) 30 medium; or (3) 45 small |
| Rear/Side Adjacent | 5 feet | ||
| Residential Adjacent2 | 15 feet | (1) 3 large; or (2) 6 medium; or (3) 6 evergreen | |
| 1 Dense or very dense shrubs | |||
| 2 A solid fence may be used adjacent to residential (if the type and location is permitted by the fence regulations). If a fence is used, trees are not required. Shrubs are still required and shall be planted between the fence and the adjacent property line. | |||
| TABLE 7.7 - PERIMETER PARKING LOT LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Lot location | Min. Perimeter Landscape width | Min. Required Trees (per 50 LF) | Min. Required Evergreen Shrubs (per 50 LF)1 |
Front and adjacent to | 10 feet | (1) 2 large; or (2) 4 medium; or (3) 4 evergreen | (1) 15 large; or (2) 30 medium; or (3) 45 small |
| Rear/Side Adjacent | 5 feet | ||
| Residential Adjacent2 | 15 feet | (1) 3 large; or (2) 6 medium; or (3) 6 evergreen | |
| 1 Dense or very dense shrubs | |||
| 2 A solid fence may be used adjacent to residential (if the type and location is permitted by the fence regulations). If a fence is used, trees are not required. Shrubs are still required and shall be planted between the fence and the adjacent property line. | |||
| TABLE 7.7 - PERIMETER PARKING LOT LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Lot location | Min. Perimeter Landscape width | Min. Required Trees (per 50 LF) | Min. Required Evergreen Shrubs (per 50 LF)1 |
Front and adjacent to | 10 feet | (1) 2 large; or (2) 4 medium; or (3) 4 evergreen | (1) 15 large; or (2) 30 medium; or (3) 45 small |
| Rear/Side Adjacent | 5 feet | ||
| Residential Adjacent2 | 15 feet | (1) 3 large; or (2) 6 medium; or (3) 6 evergreen | |
| 1 Dense or very dense shrubs | |||
| 2 A solid fence may be used adjacent to residential (if the type and location is permitted by the fence regulations). If a fence is used, trees are not required. Shrubs are still required and shall be planted between the fence and the adjacent property line. | |||
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A parking garage shall meet the perimeter parking lot landscaping requirements found in Section 7.07, N., 2., a., Parking Lot Landscaping.
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Adjacent to any primary street frontage there shall be pedestrian-oriented amenities which can include benches, planters, bicycle racks, scooter storage areas, vehicular drop off, street lights, trash cans, charging station, etc. Two amenities should be chosen to be located on primary street frontage. The applicant may propose another alternative that meets the intent of the requirements approved by the Zoning Administrator. These amenities can be located within the right-of-way provided that written approval has been provided by the appropriate government jurisdiction.
Trellises or hanging baskets may be used to further enhance parking garage parapets or around the exterior of the parking structure, especially when visible to adjacent residential spaces. Appropriately irrigated and drained planting boxes should be used. Planter boxes should be provided at the top level of the parking garage. If a parking garage is effectively hidden by a building, has an architectural façade, or has first floor retail or office, Perimeter Parking Garage Foundation Landscape and Pedestrian Amenities are not required.
| TABLE 7.8 - BUFFER YARD REQUIREMENTS | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVELOPING USES | ADJACENT USES | ||||||||
Based on Table 4.1 | Residential | Recreation | Lodging | Institutional | Commercial, Office, and Lodging | Industrial/ Transportation | Interstate Limited Access Roadway | ||
Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | Multi-Family Residential | ALL | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | ALL | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | ALL | ALL | ||
Residential | Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| Multi-Family Residential | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | |
Recreation | ALL | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Lodging | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Institutional | ALL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 |
Commercial, Office, and Lodging | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | - | 2 |
Industrial/ Transportation | ALL | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| TABLE 7.8 - BUFFER YARD REQUIREMENTS | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVELOPING USES | ADJACENT USES | ||||||||
Based on Table 4.1 | Residential | Recreation | Lodging | Institutional | Commercial, Office, and Lodging | Industrial/ Transportation | Interstate Limited Access Roadway | ||
Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | Multi-Family Residential | ALL | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | ALL | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | ALL | ALL | ||
Residential | Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| Multi-Family Residential | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | |
Recreation | ALL | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Lodging | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Institutional | ALL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 |
Commercial, Office, and Lodging | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | - | 2 |
Industrial/ Transportation | ALL | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| TABLE 7.8 - BUFFER YARD REQUIREMENTS | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVELOPING USES | ADJACENT USES | ||||||||
Based on Table 4.1 | Residential | Recreation | Lodging | Institutional | Commercial, Office, and Lodging | Industrial/ Transportation | Interstate Limited Access Roadway | ||
Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | Multi-Family Residential | ALL | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | ALL | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | ALL | ALL | ||
Residential | Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| Multi-Family Residential | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | |
Recreation | ALL | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Lodging | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Institutional | ALL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 |
Commercial, Office, and Lodging | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | - | 2 |
Industrial/ Transportation | ALL | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| TABLE 7.8 - BUFFER YARD REQUIREMENTS | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVELOPING USES | ADJACENT USES | ||||||||
Based on Table 4.1 | Residential | Recreation | Lodging | Institutional | Commercial, Office, and Lodging | Industrial/ Transportation | Interstate Limited Access Roadway | ||
Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | Multi-Family Residential | ALL | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | ALL | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | ALL | ALL | ||
Residential | Single/2/3/4 Family Residential | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| Multi-Family Residential | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | |
Recreation | ALL | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Lodging | Bed and Breakfast, and Short Term Rentals | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Institutional | ALL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 |
Commercial, Office, and Lodging | All Commercial and Office, and all other Lodging | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | - | 2 |
Industrial/ Transportation | ALL | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| TABLE 7.9 - BUFFER YARD TYPES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFER YARDS | ARCHITECTURAL AND VEGETATIVE | VEGETATIVE | |
| 1 | Minimum 7.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall fence or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density | or | Minimum 15' wide Buffer Yard
Trees 4 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density |
| 2 | Minimum 15’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 30’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen |
| 3 | Minimum 37.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06) or a 6’ high berm (3:1 slope max, 2.5:1 slope if designed by a geotechnical engineer)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 75’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense of very dense evergreen
Another option can be presented as long as there is 100% opacity. |
| TABLE 7.9 - BUFFER YARD TYPES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFER YARDS | ARCHITECTURAL AND VEGETATIVE | VEGETATIVE | |
| 1 | Minimum 7.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall fence or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density | or | Minimum 15' wide Buffer Yard
Trees 4 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density |
| 2 | Minimum 15’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 30’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen |
| 3 | Minimum 37.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06) or a 6’ high berm (3:1 slope max, 2.5:1 slope if designed by a geotechnical engineer)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 75’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense of very dense evergreen
Another option can be presented as long as there is 100% opacity. |
| TABLE 7.9 - BUFFER YARD TYPES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFER YARDS | ARCHITECTURAL AND VEGETATIVE | VEGETATIVE | |
| 1 | Minimum 7.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall fence or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density | or | Minimum 15' wide Buffer Yard
Trees 4 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density |
| 2 | Minimum 15’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 30’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen |
| 3 | Minimum 37.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06) or a 6’ high berm (3:1 slope max, 2.5:1 slope if designed by a geotechnical engineer)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 75’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense of very dense evergreen
Another option can be presented as long as there is 100% opacity. |
| TABLE 7.9 - BUFFER YARD TYPES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFER YARDS | ARCHITECTURAL AND VEGETATIVE | VEGETATIVE | |
| 1 | Minimum 7.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall fence or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 2 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density | or | Minimum 15' wide Buffer Yard
Trees 4 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 25% large, 25% medium, and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% evergreen, any density |
| 2 | Minimum 15’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 30’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 50% large and 50% evergreen
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 75% dense or very dense evergreen |
| 3 | Minimum 37.5’ wide Buffer Yard
6’ tall solid fence (less than 50% open) or wall (must be an allowable type and height per Section 7.06) or a 6’ high berm (3:1 slope max, 2.5:1 slope if designed by a geotechnical engineer)
and
Trees- planted between fence and adjacent property 3 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs- planted between fence and adjacent property 4 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense or very dense evergreen | or | Minimum 75’ wide Buffer Yard
Trees 5 trees per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, arranged in a double row with 100% evergreens
and
Shrubs 8 medium or large shrubs per 1,000 square feet of buffer area, 100% dense of very dense evergreen
Another option can be presented as long as there is 100% opacity. |
| TABLE 7.10 - STREET TREE REQUIREMENTS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| QUANTITY | MAX. DISTANCE BETWEEN TREES | LOCATION | |
| Arterial and Collector Streets | 1 medium street tree per 50 linear feet | 60 feet | Sec. 7.07, H. |
| Local Streets | 1 medium street tree per 40 linear feet | 50 feet | |
| TABLE 7.10 - STREET TREE REQUIREMENTS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| QUANTITY | MAX. DISTANCE BETWEEN TREES | LOCATION | |
| Arterial and Collector Streets | 1 medium street tree per 50 linear feet | 60 feet | Sec. 7.07, H. |
| Local Streets | 1 medium street tree per 40 linear feet | 50 feet | |
| TABLE 7.10 - STREET TREE REQUIREMENTS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| QUANTITY | MAX. DISTANCE BETWEEN TREES | LOCATION | |
| Arterial and Collector Streets | 1 medium street tree per 50 linear feet | 60 feet | Sec. 7.07, H. |
| Local Streets | 1 medium street tree per 40 linear feet | 50 feet | |
| TABLE 7.10 - STREET TREE REQUIREMENTS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| QUANTITY | MAX. DISTANCE BETWEEN TREES | LOCATION | |
| Arterial and Collector Streets | 1 medium street tree per 50 linear feet | 60 feet | Sec. 7.07, H. |
| Local Streets | 1 medium street tree per 40 linear feet | 50 feet | |
Effective on: 1/1/1901