(A)

Intent.

This district is intended to provide for a larger lot size, low density, single-family detached residential development.

(B)

Principal Permitted Uses.

The following uses shall be principal permitted uses in the R-1A District:

(1)

Churches.

(2)

Group homes, Residential Care Agency Facility for Children. See Section 31-27(C) of this Ordinance.

(3)

Non-commercial nurseries and gardens.

(4)

Public or private parks, golf courses, or similar natural recreation area.

(5)

Public and private/parochial schools approved by Missouri State Board of Education (K — 12).

(6)

Railroads and public or quasi-public utilities including substations.

(7)

Dwelling, single-family detached.

(C)

Accessory Permitted Uses.

The following uses shall be permitted as accessory uses as provided in Section 31-22 of this Ordinance:

(1)

Detached garages (720 square feet maximum/one per lot).

(2)

Fences.

(3)

Firewood Storage (outside storage of firewood shall be permitted in rear yards and also in required side yards if the storage area is more than fifty (50) feet beyond the street property line. No wood storage shall be permitted in the required front yard setback area. Weeds shall be cut and wood stored in a manner which shall assure continuous rodent control. No more than three (3) full cords of wood may be stored outside at any one time).

(4)

Garage or rummage sales, maximum of 4 per calendar year no longer than 3 consecutive days per sale.

(5)

Home occupations.

(6)

Non-commercial gardens and nurseries.

(7)

Non-commercial greenhouses.

(8)

Off-street parking and storage of vehicles.

(9)

Readily movable sports, recreation, or outdoor cooking equipment.

(10)

Satellite receiving dishes.

(a)

Not more than one (1) dish greater than 39 inches in diameter shall be placed on any lot less than one-half acre in area.

(b)

Dishes shall not exceed ten feet (10') in diameter or, if roof mounted, six feet (6') maximum diameter.

(c)

Dishes shall only be permitted in rear yards, except that on corner lots dishes shall be allowed in interior side yards. Exceptions to this requirement are allowed for dishes one meter (39") in diameter or less where the reception of an acceptable quality signal is not possible. In such instances, the owner may locate the dish in the front yard provided it is mounted to the main structure and not visible from the street to the extent possible.

(d)

Dishes shall be made of noncombustible and corrosive resistant material and erected in a secure, wind-resistant manner.

(e)

Dishes shall not be used as signs or billboards (off-premises signs).

(11)

Storage Building (224 square feet maximum/one per lot). Principal permitted uses other than residential shall have storage building permitted as part of the site plan review process.

(12)

Solar collectors.

(13)

Swimming pools (see a, b, and c below), tennis courts, and similar permanent facilities.

(a)

No portion of a swimming pool outside a building shall be located at a distance less than three feet (3') from any side or rear property line or building line. This shall also include all pumps, filters, and pool water disinfecting equipment.

(b)

All outdoor in-ground swimming pools shall be completely enclosed by a fence not less than four feet (4') in height with a gate at all fence openings or points of entry into the pool area. Such gate shall have self-closing and self-latching devices placed at the top of the gate. Swimming pools constructed above the ground either totally or partially shall be protected by a fence at least four feet (4') in height if the sidewalk or any part of the surrounding deck area is less than four feet (4') above gate. Should such a pool be so constructed so as to provide by its design a four foot (4') barrier above grade at all points on the swimming pool, no fence is needed, but access ladders to said pools shall be so arranged as to not be accessible when the pool is not in use.

(c)

Before the construction or placement of any swimming pool or its related fence, all required permits shall be obtained from the Building Official. Further, design and construction of either shall be in accordance with Chapter 6 of the City Code and shall be approved by the Building Official.

(14)

Wind generators. See Section 31-22(C)(3)

(15)

Chicken coop and attached fenced enclosure.

(a)

No person shall keep more than four (4) chickens per lot, except that on lots greater than one-half acre in size, up to six (6) chickens may be kept. Roosters shall not be kept.

(b)

Chickens shall be kept in the chicken coop or attached fenced enclosure at all times and shall not be permitted to run at large.

(c)

The coop shall be fully enclosed, roofed, well ventilated, and wind proof. The coop and enclosure shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition at all times.

(d)

Coop structures shall maintain a twenty (20) foot side setback and a thirty (30) foot rear setback. The minimum distance between the coop structure and the nearest dwelling unit shall be twenty (20) feet.

(e)

Coop structures shall be approved by the Community Development Department prior to the commencement of construction and shall be inspected by the Community Development Department on a regular basis.

(f)

Chickens may be kept for non-commercial purposes only.

(16)

Horses and cows.

(a)

Horses and cows may be kept for private, non-commercial uses. The lot area must be two (2) acres in size at minimum, plus an additional acre for any number of horses, cows, or any combination thereof, that is greater than one (1).

(b)

Stabling, grazing, and riding of the horse(s) shall be setback according to the bulk regulations hereunder or as determined to be in the best interests of the adjacent residential properties and the public.

(c)

Area set aside for stabling, grazing, and riding shall be enclosed with a secure fence and in accordance with Section 31-5(M) of the zoning ordinance.

(d)

A site plan shall be submitted, reviewed, and approved by the City Site Plan Review Team, which has determined that the location of the stabling, grazing, and riding of the horse(s) will not create a nuisance or health hazard to the adjacent property owners and the public.

(e)

Such use shall be allowed only for the use and enjoyment of the occupants of the property and shall not be allowed as a commercial use.

(17)

Fruit Trees may be kept for private, non-commercial purposes only.

(18)

Greenhouses may be kept for private, non-commercial purposes only.

(D)

Conditionally Permitted Uses.

The following conditional uses are permitted subject to the permit approval provisions of this Ordinance upon approval by the Board of Aldermen of a conditional use permit:

(1)

Bed and breakfast establishments, provided that:

(a)

A site plan has been submitted, reviewed, and approved by the City Site Plan Review Team as to adequate ingress and egress traffic movements prior to Commission review.

(b)

The parking group requirements can be met.

(c)

All licenses have been issued or have been applied for awaiting the outcome of the Commission's decision.

(d)

Must meet all applicable local, state and federal regulations.

(2)

Cemetery or mausoleum.

(3)

Charitable/welfare institution.

(4)

School of Private Instruction, provided that:

(a)

A site plan has been submitted, reviewed, and approved by the City Site Plan Team as to adequate ingress and egress traffic movements prior to Commission review.

(b)

The parking group requirements can be met.

(c)

Signage shall be limited to one non-illuminated wall-mounted sign not to exceed four (4) square feet in area.

(d)

Must meet all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

(5)

Oil and gas wells.

(E)

Bulk Regulations.

(1)

See Building Codes for additional setback standards.

(2)

See Section 31-5(B) for modification of front yard setback.

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Subject to site plan review of potential nuisance to adjacent residential and the public.

(F)

Parking Requirements.

See Section 31-24 of this Ordinance.

(G)

Signs.

See Section 31-26 of this Ordinance.

(H)

Landscaping and Screening Requirements.

See Section 31-25 of this Ordinance.