The purpose of the residential business district is to provide a transitional zone of residential uses blended with opportunities for low-impact commercial uses between fully commercial and fully residential districts. Historically, the district has been occupied by residential uses with some low-impact businesses intermixed.

(Ord. 1359, 1987)

(Ord. No. 2049, Att., 12-16-2024)

Within any Business-Residence District, no building, structure, or premises shall be used, arranged, or designed to be used except for one or more of the following uses:

Permitted Uses:

Any primary or accessory uses permitted in a Residence A, A2 or Residence B Districts.

Conditional Uses:

Any business may be permitted in this district only by the written approval of the board of adjustment. Such businesses shall be low-impact, i.e., not inviting traffic (other than consecutive vehicular trips for clients); non-retail.

Evaluating such applications shall follow the process detailed in conditional use permit (17.10) with special consideration given to visual impact on neighboring residential uses.

(Ord. 1359, 1987)

(Ord. No. 2049, Att., 12-16-2024)

Any sign provided for herein shall not materially alter the appearance of said lot or dwelling nor affect the welfare of the neighbors.

A.

There shall be no electronic signs.

B.

Any illuminated signs must be downward directional.

C.

Signs pertaining to the lease or sale, or use of a lot or building may be placed on the property, provided that the total area of all such signs does not exceed eight square feet.

D.

Signs bearing the name or occupation of an occupant shall not exceed six square foot for each family housed.

E.

Signs not exceeding twelve (12) square feet in area may be erected upon the premises of a church, or other institution for the purpose of displaying the name and activities or services therein provided.

F.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, non-illuminated political or campaign signs may be placed on the property. Such signs may not be placed on the property so as to obstruct the vision of any driver of motor vehicles to the extent a safety hazard is created. All campaign signs must be removed within three days after the election to which the sign relates.

(Ord. 1359, 1987)

(Ord. No. 2049, Att., 12-16-2024)

A. Outdoor storage of materials is not permitted other than typical items designed for residential outdoor use.

B. Recreational Fires: Shall only be in rear yards; and shall not be conducted within twenty-five (25) feet of a structure or combustible material. A portable outdoor fireplace shall only be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and may not be operated within fifteen (15) feet of a structure or combustible material. (See International Fire Code Section 307 Open Burning, Recreational Fires and Portable Outdoor Fireplaces.)

(Ord. 1594 § 118, 2002; Ord. 1394, 1988; Ord. 1359, 1987)

(Ord. No. 2049, Att., 12-16-2024)

A.

Setbacks and building footprints for all buildings shall conform to the standards listed in Residential B District.

B.

Height of buildings may not be taller than adjacent properties that are in a different district; and may not exceed forty-five (45) feet (see conditional use above).

C.

Parking shall be in accordance with chapter 17.34.

(Ord. No. 2049, Att., 12-16-2024)

Vacant lots shall be maintained and kept free of weeds. Certain uses of vacant lots may be permitted by written authority of the building inspector and the board of adjustment, with the consent of the owners of eighty percent (80%) of the property within three hundred (300) feet of the lot or lots.

(Ord. No. 2049, Att., 12-16-2024)

All construction shall be in accordance with the city's adopted building code.

(Ord. No. 2049, Att., 12-16-2024)