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ARTICLE 5

Lot Design Standards

5.1 Purpose

The lot design standards of this article include maximum density and certain restrictions for residential and nonresidential development within the county. The standards generally allow for variety in housing and building types while maintaining the overall character of neighborhoods and commercial areas of the county. The approach to lot development standards has several public benefits:

A.    It allows for development that is more sensitive to the environment and allows for the preservation of open and natural areas.

B.    It promotes better site layout and energy efficient development.

C.    It promotes affordable and life-cycle housing.

D.    It promotes development intensities that match existing and proposed infrastructure investments.

5.3 How to Use This Article

This article is divided into the following parts:

PART I. RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS. This Part sets forth the standards for all types of residential subdivisions in all residential districts.

Section 5.4.1 to 5.4.2

PART II. NONRESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS. This Part sets forth the standards for development in nonresidential districts.

Section 5.5.1 to 5.5.3

5.2.1 Minimum Requirements

5.2.2 Housing Types

5.4.1 Residential Development Standards Revised 12/23

5.5.1 Nonresidential Dimensional Standards Revised 12/23

5.5.2 Residential Development Standards in Nonresidential Districts Revised 12/23

5.5.3 Residential Dimensional Standards in Nonresidential districts Revised 12/23

5.5.4 Project Boundary Buffer Revised 12/23

5.6.1 Gross Density

5.6.2 Lot Area

5.6.3 Required Yards (Setbacks)

5.6.4 Average Lot Width

5.6.5 Maximum Height

5.6.6 Steep Slopes