The R-1D Residential District is intended to provide options of providing a mix of housing types including single-family detached, single-family attached, and duplexes. The density for this zoning district shall have a maximum gross density between six (6) and twelve (12) units per acre. It provides regulations to provide options for gentle density for existing and newly developed areas within the City. It provides a transition between single-family (low-density six (6) units per acres or less) and multi-family (higher-density twelve (12) units per acres or more) areas.

(Ord. No. 8660, § 10, 1-9-2024)

Note 1: Zero (0) Lot Line Development - Within a common development, one (1) interior side yard setback may be equal to zero (0) for residential use if:

1.

The side yard opposite to the zero (0) setback yard must equal at least twice the normal required minimum side yard setback.

2.

The normal side yard setback requirement must be maintained adjacent to any lot with an existing structure not within the common development; or not otherwise designated for zero (0) lot line use.

3.

An easement for maintenance of the zero (0) lot line façade shall be recorded on the plat or by separate instrument prepared and recorded by the developer or property owner with the appropriate County Register of Deeds, with a copy of the recorded easement provided to the City Clerk, and the Building Official at the time of application for a building permit.

Note 2: Planned Development District

1.

The Planning Commission and City Council may vary required Site Development Regulations consistent with regulations of the Planned Development District.

2.

The setback from the front facade of a garage to any public or private street right-of-way or access easement (including the boundary of sidewalks) must be a minimum of twenty (20) feet.

3.

Front yards and street side yards on a private drive or access easement, shall meet the minimum setback requirements.

Note 3: Minor Subdivisions for Residential Development - A minor subdivision for residential lots (Duplexes) may be approved provided it meets the requirements for Subdivision Approvals and Procedures (Minor Subdivisions) and the resulting parcels meet the following requirements:

1.

The subdivided parcels shall have a minimum lot width that meets the R-1D Single-Family Attached site development regulations.

2.

The common wall setback between the two (2) units may be zero (0) provided such wall is built in accordance with the adopted edition of the International Residential Code.

3.

Off-street parking for each resulting unit shall be provided on the same resulting lot as the unit. Off-street parking shall meet the minimum requirements as stated in the Off-Street Parking regulations.

4.

Public water and sewer shall be independent to each resulting unit. The separate unit sewers shall connect to the public sewer in the public right-of-way. A separate water tap shall be provided for each unit.

(Ord. No. 8660, § 10, 1-9-2024)