The purpose of the R-3 multiple-family residential zone is to provide for medium to high density residential development; and in certain appropriate areas, upon city approval, permit mobile home park development. (Ord. 487, 7-23-2002)

In the R-3 multiple-family residential zone, no building or premises shall be used nor shall any building or structure hereafter be erected or altered (unless provided by this title) except for one or more of the uses set forth in section 11-6-4 of this chapter. (Ord. 487, 7-23-2002)

The following site area requirements apply to the R-3 multiple-family residential zone, except that where a lot has less area or frontage than required in this chapter as shown by an official plat on file in the office of the county clerk or shown by the last conveyance of record at the time of the passage hereof; these regulations shall not prohibit one private dwelling and its accessory buildings on such lot. Setback area requirements are free from buildings and structures horizontally and vertically. (Ord. 487, 7-23-2002; amd. Ord. 25-607, 2-11-2025)

   A.   Property Of Six Thousand Square Feet Or Greater And A Minimum Lot Width Of Fifty Feet: On property of not less than six thousand (6,000) square feet, and on property with a minimum lot width of fifty feet (50') of continuous frontage on a public street, the following uses are permitted:

Childcare facility.

"Home occupation" as defined in section 11-2-1 of this title.

Multiple-family dwelling, except each unit above two (2) shall add one thousand feet (1,000') to the minimum lot size requirement.

Nonprofit park, playground, or recreational facility.

One single-family dwelling and accessory structures.

Professional office.

Temporary buildings and temporary uses necessary for construction purposes for a period not to exceed one year.

   B.   Property No Less Than Fifteen Thousand Square Feet With A Minimum Lot Width Of One Hundred Twenty Five Feet: On all property of not less than fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet with a minimum lot width of one hundred twenty five feet (125') and on a public street frontage not less than equal to its lot width, the following uses are permitted:

Any of the uses listed in subsection A of this section.

Church.

Club or lodge of a service and fraternal character when not operated for profit.

Hospital.

Nonprofit community clubhouse.

Public or private academic school.

Retirement, convalescent home; nursing home. (Ord. 487, 7-23-2002; amd. Ord. 523, 5-8-2007; Ord. 25-606, 2-11-2025)

(Rep. by Ord. 531, 7-8-2008)

Any building or structure hereafter erected shall not exceed five (5) stories or forty five feet (45') in height, whichever is greater. (Ord. 487, 7-23-2002)

   A.   Front Yard: No building or structure shall be erected closer than twenty feet (20') from the front property line or the closest edge of the street easement.

   B.   Side Yard: No building shall be erected closer than five feet (5') from any side property line.

   C.   Rear Yard: No building or structure shall be erected closer than three feet (3') from the rear lot line. A record of survey must be provided to place building or structure up to rear lot line. (Ord. 487, 7-23-2002; amd. Ord. 531, 7-8-2008; Ord. 25-608, 2-11-2025)

Accessory uses are permitted if constructed either at the same time or subsequent to the primary allowed building. Such uses shall be limited to two (2) stories in height and shall not encroach upon the front yard. (Ord. 487, 7-23-2002)

The following uses may be considered by the commission in accordance with chapter 12 of this title:

Bed and breakfast:

   A.   Maximum of seven (7) rooms for lodging of paying guests;

   B.   Must provide one off street parking space for each guestroom as well as all vehicles owned by permanent residents;

   C.   Rooms cannot be added for the sole purpose of use as a bed and breakfast facility;

   D.   Sign shall be limited to four (4) square feet;

   E.   May provide meals for lodging guests only;

   F.   No other commercial uses are permitted in conjunction, for example: restaurant, meeting hall, group home, etc.

Childcare facility.

Mobile home park.

Public utility facility.

Recreational vehicle park. (Ord. 487, 7-23-2002; amd. Ord. 492, 11-6-2002)