(a)

The standards of this chapter shall apply to all proposed development within the zoning districts contained herein, and shall be considered in combination with the standards in Chapter 1246 - Architectural Standards and other applicable chapters of this Zoning Ordinance. If there is a conflict between any standards, the stricter standards shall apply.

(b)

Exempt expansions. Changes of use to another permitted use or to increase parking to meet the minimum number of spaces required, building maintenance or facade changes that do not alter the building footprint or require site improvements, shall be permitted according to Chapter 1260 - Site Plan Review, provided that standards of other applicable City codes and ordinances are met.

(Ord. No. 1331, § 1, 5-5-25)

(a)

Site plan review. Applications shall be reviewed according to Chapter 1260 - Site Plan Review.

(b)

Incentives.

(1)

Types of incentives. To promote redevelopment and stimulate reinvestment in the City, the Planning Office may approve modifications to the site layout requirements when one or more of the recognized benefits, listed below, are provided. The following incentives may be granted:

a.

Dimensional modifications. Modifications to the maximum lot coverage, building frontage, or setbacks may be permitted. provided the resulting layout will not negatively impact nearby residences.

b.

Additional building height. The maximum building height may be increased by one additional story.

c.

Reduced minimum parking. Reduced parking may be permitted consistent with Section 1254.01.04.

(2)

Recognized benefits. Additional building height or modifications may be granted during the project review when one or more of the following recognized benefits are provided:

a.

Open space. Inclusion of five percent open space above what may be required for the building type. Open space must meet the following standards to be counted toward the minimum requirement:

1.

Open space may be public or private but must be accessible to the public along with employees or residents or visitors.

2.

Dimensions, grading and design of the open space shall provide usable area for seating, gathering, recreation or other activities.

3.

Required open space shall not include wetlands, required setbacks, required landscape areas, water bodies, easements for private roads or overhead utilities, stormwater control facilities as required by Chapter 1219, floodplain area or public right-of-way, provided that where additional public right-of-way is desired by the City, it may be included.

4.

Required open space shall be functional (not isolated remnant parcels) and provided to supplement public space along a sidewalk, provide pedestrian or greenway connections, pocket parks to serve nearby uses, located and designed to terminate views along streets, or otherwise provide an amenity that would not be provided in a project that just met minimum code requirements.

b.

Low Impact Development (LID, e.g. green roof, on-site stormwater retention). Use of alternative stormwater management design that may include green roofs, natural retention systems, porous pavement alternatives, or other energy or water conserving applications above and beyond the requirements of Chapter 1219 - Post-Construction Stormwater Management.

c.

Provision for mixed-use. Proposals that include a mix of different but compatible use types within the same building, such as first-floor retail with offices or residential units on upper floors.

d.

Green buildings. Significant use of sustainable building and site design features such as: water use reduction, water efficient landscaping, innovative wastewater technologies, low impact stormwater management, optimize energy performance, on-site renewable energy, solar heating, reuse/recycled/renewable materials, indoor air quality or other sustainable elements.

e.

Additional landscape elements. Exceeding minimum quantities or sizes required in Chapter 1252 - Landscaping with native species and larger caliper plantings. Or additional plantings or decorative fence or wall where needed to help reduce impacts on neighboring properties.

f.

Pedestrian amenities. Provision of public plazas, walkways or pedestrian-oriented features, such as street trees or benches beyond those required or enhancements to a transit stop, such as a shelter, large pad size or similar improvements endorsed by the Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA).

g.

Shared access. Removal of a driveway or use of shared driveway for access from public streets. This may require an access easement approved by the City Attorney.

h.

Shared public parking. See Section 1254.01.04 - Factors to Permit a Reduction from the Amount of Parking Required.

(c)

Permitted modifications. It is recognized that certain existing site conditions may prohibit full compliance with this section. The Director of Economic Development and Planning, or a designee, is authorized to approve modifications to the standards of this section, after considering the criteria and standards below. Any request for relief from a required standard other than those listed below shall be made through the variance procedures set forth in Chapter 1274 - Board of Zoning Appeals.

(1)

Criteria for modification.

a.

Demonstration by the applicant that there is a unique situation with the property that makes it impractical to fully comply with the standards herein.

b.

The proposed development is consistent with the Design Lansing Comprehensive Plan, as amended.

c.

The proposed development is consistent with the intent of this district.

d.

The proposed modification will not prevent or complicate logical extensions of streets, infrastructure, parking, open space, or development of adjacent properties.

e.

The modification is the minimum necessary to allow reasonable development that is consistent with the intent of the Zoning Ordinance and the Design Lansing Comprehensive Plan.

f.

The proposed development will not impair public safety.

g.

The modification is not simply for convenience of the development.

h.

The design will not be detrimental to adjacent residential uses.

(2)

Modification standards.

a.

Height.

1.

Minimum and maximum height - up to ten percent for any cumulative increase or decrease in building height.

2.

Clear height - up to ten percent.

b.

Building placement.

1.

Build-to line - up to five feet.

2.

Street wall requirements - up to ten percent of the height/fenestration/access gate requirements.

i.

Upper floor step-backs - up to ten percent.

ii.

Street wall/fence/screening requirements - up to ten percent.

c.

Architectural regulations (per Chapter 1246).

1.

Windows (minimum and maximum fenestration percentage) - up to ten percent.

2.

Projections (stoops, porches, awnings, balconies) - up to ten percent.

3.

Required open space - up to ten percent.

4.

Entrances (maximum average spacing) - up to ten percent increase in spacing.

(d)

Conditions and phasing. Where deemed necessary, the Zoning Administrator, or Planning Commission and Council for special uses, as applicable, may:

(1)

Require a phasing plan that explains how new development and infrastructure, meeting the requirements of this section, will be constructed, and elements of the site not in compliance will be phased out over time. This may require temporary or permanent easements or commitments through a written agreement and performance guarantee.

(e)

Agreement. The City may require a written agreement if flexibility is granted through incentive or to ensure compliance with conditions of approval. An agreement with the City shall be prepared in a form acceptable to the City Attorney that specifies the required improvements, commitments and obligations of the development. The agreement shall specify any recognized benefits provided by the developer, flexibility granted by the City, and maintenance provisions for all site improvement.

(Ord. No. 1331, § 1, 5-5-25)

In Industrial and Institutional Districts, the following principal uses are permitted. Permitted uses shall be subject to site plan review. Conditional uses are permitted if the conditions noted in the section referenced are met. Special land uses may be permitted by Council in accordance with the procedures and review standards described in Chapter 1262 - Special Land Use Permits.

(a)

Accessory uses customarily incidental to any of the above principal uses are allowed provided the Zoning Administrator may require additional parking or compliance with other standards upon a determination that such use may impact site operations beyond that of the principal use.

(b)

All activities shall take place within a completely enclosed building unless otherwise indicated.

(c)

All accessory materials shall be enclosed by a structure or a fence, which does not obstruct vision.

(d)

All materials stored within 30 feet of a fence shall not exceed the height of the fence.

(e)

Noise, odors, smoke, fumes, or dust generated on the site by any digging, excavating, manufacturing, loading or processing operation must be confined to the site and controlled to prevent any nuisance or hazard.

(Ord. No. 1331, § 1, 5-5-25)

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The IND-1 Industrial District is intended to accommodate industrial uses including research and development, manufacturing, warehousing, and similar uses. Regulations to ensure compatibility with surrounding land uses and the environment are based on the locations of the district and the potential for nuisances generated from industrial operations.

(Ord. No. 1331, § 1, 5-5-25)

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(Ord. No. 1331, § 1, 5-5-25)

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The INST-1 Institutional District is established for the development of major educational, governmental, and medical facilities and other complementary and supporting uses such as office developments and attached residential. The district encourages integration of institutional uses with nearby neighborhoods, which includes landscaped open space between buildings, a green buffer at the perimeter, and uniform site design and details.

(Ord. No. 1331, § 1, 5-5-25)

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(Ord. No. 1331, § 1, 5-5-25)

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