E-R (estate-residential) districts are intended to establish and preserve quiet, low-density neighborhoods of single-family residences on large lots. These districts are free from other uses which are incompatible with single-family homes.

(Ord. No. 2010-16, 11-16-10)

The factors contained in section 410 of these regulations must be thoroughly considered by the planning commission, as well as the Lamar County Board of Commissioners, when determining in which zoning district an area of land is to be placed. This will assure that rational comprehensive planning principles are the basis upon which the decision is made. Land use decisions which are based on sound planning principles encourage the development and preservation of land use patterns that provide healthful and safe living conditions for the residents of Lamar County.

(Ord. No. 2010-16, 11-16-10)

The official zoning map (section 2301 of these regulations) shows the boundaries of all E-R districts within Lamar County. Article 23 also contains additional information concerning interpreting district boundaries, amending boundaries, etc.

(Ord. No. 2010-16, 11-16-10)

(a)

The following principal uses are permitted in E-R districts:

(1)

Site-built single-family detached dwelling with a floor area of at least two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet.

(2)

Industrialized/modular home with a floor area of at least two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet.

(3)

Subdivision recreation area owned, operated, and maintained by a homeowner's association exclusively for the use of residents and their guests.

(4)

Utility substations meeting the following development standards:

a.

Structures must be placed at least thirty (30) feet from all property lines.

b.

Structures must be enclosed by a woven wire fence at least eight (8) feet high with the bottom of fence either flush with the ground or with a masonry footing.

c.

No vehicles or equipment may be stored on the lot.

d.

A buffer must be maintained along the side and rear property lines.

(b)

The following principle uses are permitted as special exceptions in E-R districts:

(1)

None.

(c)

The following accessory uses are permitted in E-R districts:

(1)

Private garage or carport not to exceed the storage capacity of five (5) automobiles per dwelling unit.

(2)

Structure for the storage of equipment and supplies used in maintaining the principal building and its grounds.

(3)

Structure for a children's playhouse and the storage of children's play equipment.

(4)

Private swimming pool and bath house, or cabana, meeting the following development standards:

a.

All such swimming pools which are at least three (3) feet deep must be completely enclosed by a fence that is at least four (4) feet high.

(5)

Private tennis court and/or basketball facilities; if lighted, lights must be designed so that they do not intrude upon adjacent lots. Such a court may be surrounded by a fence up to ten (10) feet high.

(6)

Noncommercial garden, including a greenhouse and other customary garden structures not over eight (8) feet high.

(7)

Deck, patio, barbecue grill, or other such facility.

(8)

Fence, wall, exterior lighting fixture, or other general landscaping and site development facility.

(9)

Antenna — Satellite, television, radio, etc.

(10)

Temporary building for storage of materials, during construction, meeting the following development standards:

a.

Permitted only in conjunction with construction of a building;

b.

Allowed either on the same lot where construction is taking place or on adjacent lots;

c.

Such a use must be terminated upon completion of construction.

(11)

The parking of unoccupied travel trailers, motor coaches, or pleasure boats within a garage or carport.

(12)

Sign as permitted by the Lamar County Sign Ordinance (Appendix F).

(13)

Horses, if the subdivision covenants establish an equestrian community. One (1) horse per acre of pasture land is permitted. For a higher animal to acreage ratio a Horse Pasture Management Plan must be prepared and presented to the Zoning Administrator for review. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) office is available for assistance with the preparation of the Horse Pasture Management Plan.

(14)

Private kennel meeting the following development standards:

a.

All structures must be set back two hundred (200) feet from all property lines.

(d)

The following accessory uses are permitted as special exceptions in E-R districts:

(1)

Home occupation, as defined in section 202.

(2)

Refer to section 504(d) for other accessory uses permitted as special exceptions.

(e)

All accessory uses must meet the standards set forth in section 504(e), except as noted:

(1)

They may not be located closer than ten (10) feet from any property line. Property line fences must be set back only a sufficient amount to allow access for required maintenance on both sides of the fence.

(f)

All uses not permitted within E-R districts by this section are specifically prohibited.

(Ord. No. 2010-16, 11-16-10)

In addition to the development standards contained in article 4 of these regulations, the following standards are required within E-R districts:

(a)

Minimum floor area per dwelling unit: Two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet.

(b)

Minimum lot area: Five (5) acres.

(c)

Minimum lot width: Two hundred (200) feet.

(d)

Minimum front yard:

(1)

Arterial street/roads: One hundred twenty (120) feet. The front of all buildings must be at least thirty-five (35) feet from the front property line.

(2)

Collector streets and other streets/roads: One hundred (100) feet. The front of all buildings must be at least thirty-five (35) feet from the front property line.

(e)

Minimum side yard: Twenty-five (25) feet.

(f)

Minimum rear yard: Fifty (50) feet.

(g)

Maximum lot coverage by impervious surfaces: Twenty-five (25) percent.

(h)—(x)

Development standards common to most districts are listed under subsections 505(h)—(x).

(Ord. No. 2010-16, 11-16-10)