These districts are established in order to protect public health and promote public safety, convenience, carport, morals, prosperity and welfare. The general goals include, among others, the following specific purposes:

(1)

To protect residential areas against fire, explosion, noxious fumes, offensive noise, smoke, vibrations, dust, odors, heat, glare and other objectionable factors.

(2)

To protect residential areas to the extent possible and appropriate in each area against unduly heavy motor vehicle traffic, especially through traffic, and to alleviate congestion by promoting off-street parking.

(3)

To protect residential areas against undue congestion of public streets and other public facilities by controlling the density of population through regulation of the bulk of buildings.

(4)

To protect and promote the public health and comfort by providing for ample light and air to buildings and the windows thereof.

(5)

To promote public comfort and welfare by providing for usable open space on the same zoning lot with residential development.

(6)

To provide sufficient space in appropriate locations to meet the probable need for future residential expansion and to meet the need for necessary safety and amenity for residents and which do not exert objectionable influences.

(7)

To promote the best use and development of residential land in accordance with a comprehensive land use plan, to promote stability of residential development and protect the character and desirable development, and to protect the value of land and improvements and so strengthen the economic base of the village.

The R3 and R4 districts are included in this chapter to achieve the following purposes:

(1)

To reserve appropriately located areas for family living in a variety of types of dwellings at a reasonable range of densities consistent with sound standard of public health and safety.

(2)

To preserve as many as possible of the desirable characteristics of one-family and two-family residential districts while permitting higher population densities.

(3)

To ensure adequate light, air, privacy and open space for each dwelling unit.

(4)

To minimize traffic congestion and to avoid the overloading of utilities by preventing the construction of buildings of excessive size in relation to the land around them.

(5)

To provide necessary space for off-street parking of automobiles, and where appropriate, for off-street loading of trucks.

(6)

To protect residential properties from the hazards, noise and congestion created by commercial and industrial traffic.

(7)

To protect residential properties from noise, illumination, unsightliness, odors, dust, dirt, smoke, vibration, heat, glare, increased water runoff and other objectionable influences.

(8)

To protect residential properties from fire, explosion, noxious fumes and other hazards.

Consistent with the above-mentioned purposes and goals of residential districts, and to further those goals, the Village of Machesney Park hereby enacts the following:

(1)

It shall be a violation and shall constitute a public nuisance to maintain private property in all residential districts in such a manner so as to cause a detrimental effect to adjacent properties, by causing to have stored on the exterior of the premises any of the following:

(a)

Materials and items stored in a haphazard or unorganized manner, so as to present an objectionable visual appearance or a nuisance; but not to include stacked firewood for use on the premises or compost material for use on the premises;

(b)

Yard maintenance equipment, including, but not limited to, lawn mowers, garden tractors, snow blowers, garden tools, and similar items, which are stored outside in a haphazard, unorganized, or unprotected manner, past the season of the reasonable use of such equipment;

(c)

Material or items brought to the premises for planned improvements such as landscaping, construction, and similar purposes, including, but not limited to, fill dirt, mulch, and building materials, and which are not used for said improvements within 90 days, or which merely constitute outdoor storage of said material or items;

(d)

Recreational transportation equipment, as defined in section 38-161 of the Village Code or parts thereof, including, but not limited to, bicycles, motorcycles, and snowmobiles, which are stored on the exterior premises not property trailered on a trailer manufactured to haul the recreational transportation equipment, and which are stored in a haphazard, unorganized or unprotected manner. (Ord. No. 09-20, 6-1-2020)

(e)

Commercial and industrial equipment, construction equipment, objects, and materials which are not ordinarily found in residential districts, stored for more than two weeks on exterior premises visible from adjacent properties or public right-of-way, and which are not used for said improvements within 90 days, or which merely constitute outdoor storage of said materials or items.

(f)

The raising and maintaining of animals, other than domesticated pets. Prohibited animals include, but are not limited to, bees, poultry, sheep, goats, cattle, swine or any other agricultural and non-domesticated animal. (Ord. No. 36-13)

(g)

Home appliances, or parts thereof, auto parts, gasoline or kerosene cans, damaged lawn furniture, televisions, monitors, microwaves or other kitchen equipment which are stored outside in a haphazard, unorganized manner that present an objectionable visual appearance or nuisance.

(2)

The detrimental effect to adjacent properties caused by said lack of proper maintenance to any given property shall include, but not be limited to, diminished property value to adjacent properties, the creation of an unsightly and un-aesthetic appearance in the neighborhood in general, and a decline or loss of comfort, convenience, well-being and mental health of adjacent property owners. (Ord. No. 12-97)

(1)

Declaration of intent. In the interest of public health, safety and welfare, the regulations of the floodway conservation zoning district overlay are intended to protect areas of floodway subject to and necessary for flood waters, and to permit and encourage the retention of open land uses which will be so located and designed as to constitute a harmonious and appropriate part of the physical development of the Village of Machesney Park as provided for in the comprehensive plan. These regulations are to be applied in conjunction with the zoning ordinance of Machesney Park. In the event of conflict, the floodway conservation zoning district overlay shall be enforced. In advancing these principles and the general purposes of the zoning ordinance and comprehensive plan, the specific intent of this overlay is:

(a)

To combine with present zoning requirements certain restrictions made necessary for the floodways to promote the general health, welfare and safety of the community.

(b)

To prevent the erection of structures in areas unfit for human usage by reason of danger from flooding, unsanitary conditions or other hazard.

(c)

To minimize danger to public health by protecting the water supply and promoting safe and sanitary drainage.

(d)

To reduce the financial burdens imposed on the community, its governmental units and its individuals by frequent and periodic floods and overflow of lands.

(e)

To permit certain uses which can be appropriately located in the floodway as herein defined and which will not impede the flow of flood waters, or otherwise cause danger to life and property at or above or below their locations along the floodway.

(f)

To permit only those uses in the floodway compatible to the preservation of natural conditions which are conducive to the maintenance of constant rates of water flow throughout the year by withholding rapid water runoff contributing to downstream flooding and providing area for ground water absorption for maintenance of the subsurface water supply.

(g)

To provide sufficient drainage courses to carry abnormal flows of storm water in periods of heavy precipitation.

(2)

Definition of floodway. Those areas subject to periodic flooding and determined to be floodway as delineated on maps prepared by Federal Emergency Management Agency.

(a)

The boundaries of the floodway conservation zoning district overlay are established as shown on the zoning district map, which is declared to be a part of this ordinance.

(b)

The floodway conservation district overlay may be revised or modified by an amendment to the zoning district map where studies or other information, provided by a qualified agency or person, documents the need for such revision. However, prior to any such change that would modify the delineation as shown on any map provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, approval must be obtained from that agency or its successors.

(3)

Establishment of the floodway conservation zoning district overlay. For the purposes of this ordinance, the floodway conservation zoning district overlay shall be those areas of the Village of Machesney Park identified to be subject to the floodway, as delineated on the most recent flood insurance rate map (FIRM) which accompanies the flood insurance study, prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

(4)

Permitted uses. The following uses are permitted in the floodway conservation zoning district overlay:

(a)

Recreational use (excluding structures), such as park, day camp, picnic grove, fishing and boating club;

(b)

Harvesting of any wild crops, such as marsh hay, ferns, moss, berries or mushrooms;

(c)

Wildlife sanctuary, woodland preserve, arboretum;

(d)

Vegetative gardens;

(e)

Recreational or other burning as allowed by the Village of Machesney Park Municipal Code;

(f)

Existing sealed public and private water supply wells;

(g)

Utility transmission lines;

(h)

Accessory uses customarily incidental to any of the foregoing permitted uses, when approved by the village board under the variance procedure as outlined in section Z-36(6)(b); and

(i)

Other public uses as listed in 44 Code of Federal Regulations.

(5)

Prohibited uses. The following uses are prohibited in the floodway conservation zoning district overlay:

(a)

All structures and buildings, with the following exceptions:

i.

Existing principal residential, accessory structures and fences constructed prior to the enactment of this ordinance;

ii.

Public recreational shelters, provided the structure has no walls;

iii.

Minor improvements to existing residential structures, such as decks and patios, subject to the determination of the village floodplain manager.

(b)

The filling in of the floodway conservation zoning district overlay, including removal or addition of topsoil. Exception to this may be to stabilize embankment by method approved by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

(c)

Sanitary landfill, dump, junkyard and outdoor storage of vehicles and/or materials.

(d)

On-site sewage disposal system.

(e)

Swimming pools.

(f)

Fences.

(6)

Administration.

(a)

Building permit approval. A building permit application shall be completed and submitted to the village floodplain manager. The village floodplain manager shall determine compliance with the restrictions as listed in sections Z-36(4) and Z-36(5).

(b)

Variances. The planning and zoning commission may vary or adjust the strict application of the requirements of sections Z-36(4) and Z-36(5) on appeal in specific cases, as will not be contrary to the public interest where, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement of the provisions will result in unnecessary hardship, so that the spirit of the ordinance will be observed, and substantial justice done. Any such variance shall be granted in accordance with the provisions of section Z-89 of the zoning ordinance and the following:

i.

No variances shall be granted for new residential structures within the floodway conservation zoning district overlay.

ii.

No variances shall be granted for any construction or activity that would cause a measurable increase to the floodway and/or 100-year floodplain levels.

iii.

No variance shall be granted for vented foundations as elevated structures shall be constructed with flow-through or pillared foundations.

iv.

If it should become necessary to grant any variance, the applicant shall be required to comply with all applicable requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program Regulations, including, but not limited to, the requirements for elevation, flood-proofing and anchoring. The applicant must also comply with any other requirements considered necessary by the planning and zoning commission.

v.

In granting any variance, the planning and zoning commission shall attach whatever reasonable conditions and safeguards it considers necessary in order to protect the public health, safety and welfare and to achieve the objectives of this ordinance.

vi.

In reviewing any request for a variance from sections Z-36(4) and Z-36(5), the planning and zoning commission shall consider, at a minimum, the following:

1.

That there is good and sufficient cause;

2.

That failure to grant the variance would result in exceptional hardship to the applicant; and,

3.

That the granting of the variance will neither result in an unacceptable or prohibited increase in flood heights, additional threats to public safety or extraordinary public expense, nor create nuisances, cause fraud on or victimize the public or conflict with any other applicable State of Illinois or local ordinances or regulations.

4.

That the variance shall involve only the least modification necessary to provide relief.

vii.

If granted a variance, the property owner shall sign acknowledgement that such variance may result in increased premium rates for flood insurance, and the granted variance may increase the risks to life and property.

viii.

A complete record of all variance requests and related actions shall be maintained by the village.

ix.

Notwithstanding any of the above, all improvements shall be designed and constructed so as to have the capability of resisting the 100-year flood.

(c)

Appeals. Initial determinations under this ordinance, including questions of the boundaries of the floodway conservation zoning district overlay, shall be made by the village floodplain manager with advice from the village engineer and community development coordinator. Any party aggrieved by a decision of the village floodplain manager may appeal by appealing to the planning and zoning commission through the variance process as outlined in section Z-36(6)(b). In rendering decisions under section Z-36(6)(b), the planning and zoning commission shall consider, in addition to other evidence and standards, the findings and recommendations of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Army Corps of Engineers, Winnebago County Soil and Water Conservation District and any other appropriate agencies, at property owner's expense. Both the property owner and the Village of Machesney Park or any of its agencies or agents shall have the right to conduct on-site surveys and other applicable studies and present testimony and evidence of same to the village floodplain manager and planning and zoning commission.

(7)

Municipal liability. The granting of a zoning permit or variance in any floodway conservation zoning district overlay shall not constitute a representation, guarantee or warranty of any kind by the Village of Machesney Park or by an official or employee thereof, of the practicability or safety of any structure, use or other plan proposed, and shall create no liability upon, or cause of action against, such public body, official or employee for any damage that may result pursuant thereto. (Ord. No. 22-11, 7-18-2011)

(1)

Rural residential district requirements.

(a)

Lot size. Every principal permitted use hereafter erected or located in the R1 district shall have a lot area of not less than 20,000 square feet, with a minimum width at the established building line of not less than 100 feet.

(b)

Yards. No building shall be erected or enlarged unless the following yards are provided and maintained in connection with such building, structure or enlargement:

Front. A front yard equal to at least one-half the right-of-way of the street on which the lot fronts; however, in no case shall the front yard be less than 30 feet nor require more than 60 feet.

Side. A side yard on each side of the zoning lot of not less than 15 feet; except, where a side yard adjoins a street, the minimum width shall be increased to one-half the right-of-way of the adjoining street, with a maximum of 60 feet. (Ord. No. 6-90)

Rear. A rear yard of not less than 60 feet.

(c)

Height. In the RR district, no building shall be erected or altered to a height in excess of 35 feet or 2 ½ stories.

(2)

Table of uses. Permitted uses and special uses in the rural residential zoning district are found in article IX, Agricultural and residential table of uses.

(1)

One-family residential district requirements.

(a)

Lot size. Every principal permitted use hereafter erected or located in the R1 district shall have a lot area of not less than 7,920 square feet, with a minimum width at the established building line of 60 feet. (Ord. No. 3-98)

(b)

Yards. No building shall be erected or enlarged unless the following yards are provided and maintained in connection with such building, structure or enlargement:

Front. A front yard equal to at least one-half the right-of-way of the street on which the lot fronts; however, in no case shall the front yard be less than 30 feet nor require more than 60 feet.

Side. A side yard on each side of the zoning lot of not less than six feet; except, where a side yard adjoins a street, the minimum width shall be increased to equal one-half the right-of-way of the adjoining street, with a minimum of 30 feet but not require more than 60 feet.

Rear. A rear yard of not less than 30 feet.

(c)

Height. In the R1 district, no building shall be erected or altered to a height in excess of 35 feet or 2 ½ stories.

(2)

Table of uses. Permitted uses and special uses in the one-family residential zoning district are found in article IX, Agricultural and residential table of uses.

(1)

Two-family residential district requirements.

(a)

Lot size. The minimum lot size in the R2 district shall be 8,800 square feet and have a minimum lot area of not less than 4,400 square feet for each dwelling unit and a minimum width at the established building line of 60 feet.

Every single-family dwelling hereafter erected or located in the R2 district shall have the same lot area requirements as found in the R1 district.

(b)

Yards. No building shall be erected or enlarged unless the following yards are provided and maintained in connection with such building, structure or enlargement:

Front. A front yard equal to at least one-half the right-of-way of the street on which the lot fronts; however, in no case shall the front yard be less than 30 feet nor require more than 60 feet.

Side. A side yard on each side of the zoning lot of not less than ten percent of the width of the lot; except where a side yard adjoins a street, the minimum width shall be increased to equal one-half of the right-of-way of the adjoining street with a minimum of 30 feet, but not require more than 60 feet; except, where a side yard adjoins a street, the minimum width shall be increased to equal one-half the right-of-way of the adjoining street, with a minimum of 30 feet but not require more than 60 feet.

Rear. A rear yard of not less than 30 feet.

(c)

Height. In the R2 district, no building shall be erected or altered to a height in excess of 35 feet or 2 ½ stories.

(2)

Table of uses. Permitted uses and special uses in the two-family residential zoning district are found in article IX, Agricultural and residential table of uses.

(1)

Multiple-family residential district requirements.

(a)

Site development plan review. Every permitted use or special use permitted in the R3 district shall comply with article XIX, section Z-101, Site development plan review procedures and standards.

(b)

Lot size. The minimum lot size in the R3 district shall be 8,800 square feet.

Every multiple-family dwelling hereafter erected or enlarged shall be located on a lot which provides a minimum of 2,900 square feet of land area for each dwelling unit.

(c)

Yards.

Front. A front yard of not less than 33 feet.

Side. Every principal permitted use, except multiple-family dwellings, shall have a side yard of not less than six feet.

On corner lots, where the side yard adjoins a street, the yard shall be considered a front yard.

The required side yards for multiple family dwellings shall be not less than ten feet. Structures greater than two stories in height shall have a minimum side yard setback of ten feet plus five feet for each floor in excess of two stories in height. (Amd. Ord 13-15; 6-1-2015)

Rear. A rear yard of not less than 30 feet.

All yards, adjacent to a Single-Family Residential (R1) Zoning lot. A 30-foot buffer area shall be provided between multifamily development and property lines abutting a R1 property line, not including those property lines abutting right-of-way. Within the 30-foot buffer, the following shall apply:

(i)

No vehicular circulation (i.e., driveways, drive lanes, maneuvering areas, and private streets) shall be allowed within the buffer.

(ii)

No primary entrance shall face the abutting R1 property.

(iii)

No active recreation areas (athletic courts, tot lots, etc.) or trash facilities shall be allowed within the 30-foot buffer.

(d)

Height. In the R3 district no building shall be erected or altered to a height in excess of 35 feet or 2 ½ stories.

(e)

Maximum site coverage. The maximum site coverage for structures and pavement/parking in the R3 district shall not exceed 40 percent of the lot area.

(f)

Building design standards. New multi-unit construction shall comply with the following standards:

(i)

Exterior wall finishes. Plywood and metal are prohibited finish materials. Siding and brick are preferred. Materials shall be high quality, durable, and shall age well without discoloring. Exterior color schemes must be approved by village staff as part of the site development plan review.

(ii)

Porches, stoops and verandas. Residential entrances shall be accompanied by a covered porch, stoop, veranda, or other features that highlight entry points and offer protection from inclement weather.

(iii)

Building articulation. Street-facing horizontal elevations of building walls shall be articulated a minimum of every 30 feet, by the use of projections or recesses at least four feet in depth. All other elevations shall be articulated at least four feet in depth at a minimum of every 50 feet.

(iv)

Windows. A minimum of 20 percent of street-facing façades shall contain windows or doors. All other building façades shall contain a minimum of ten percent windows or doors.

(v)

Minimum overhang. In the case of a gable or hip roof, a minimum 12-inch overhang is required. Soffit shall be required for all multi-residential structures.

(vi)

Mailboxes. Exterior mailboxes for each multifamily development shall be alike in appearance, or a cluster box unit shall be used.

(vii)

Infill. Infill development shall maintain setbacks, façade scale, and spacing compatible with adjoining and opposite buildings/land uses. All new multi-unit buildings located adjacent to single-family dwelling(s) shall not exceed 150 percent the average height of all dwellings that it abuts, not to exceed 35 feet.

(g)

Off-street parking. In the R3 district off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of article XV, off-street parking and loading, of this chapter, and:

(i)

Parking lots shall be placed to the side or rear of building.

(ii)

All parking, maneuvering and loading areas abutting a property line or right-of-way shall provide perimeter lot landscaping. A minimum five-foot-wide planting strip shall be planted with canopy trees a minimum of ten feet apart, and an assortment of low level landscape elements.

(iii)

On corner lots, parking areas shall not be located within 30 feet of an intersection, as measured from the center of the curb return to the edge of the parking area.

(h)

Pedestrian circulation.

(i)

Internal sidewalks shall be separated a minimum of five feet from dwellings, measured from the sidewalk edge closest to any dwelling unit.

(ii)

Surface treatment of internal sidewalks shall be concrete, asphalt or masonry pavers, and least five feet wide.

(iii)

All on-site internal sidewalks shall be lighted.

(iv)

Multi-residential developments of more than 20 residential units (even when occurring on two or more parcels) shall provide pedestrian circulation in accordance with the following standards:

1.

The internal sidewalk system shall connect all abutting streets to primary building entrances;

2.

The internal sidewalk system shall connect all buildings on the site and shall connect the dwelling units to parking areas, bicycle parking, storage areas, recreational facilities and common areas, and abutting public sidewalks and pedestrian trails.

(i)

Screening and landscaping. In the R3 district every multiple family dwelling shall have effective screening along lot lines adjoining any R1 or R2 district. Effective screening shall consist of a solid fence, wall or compact hedge four feet height in required front yards and six feet in height in required side and rear yards.

(j)

Garbage and debris. In the R3 district every multifamily dwelling shall have a dumpster(s) and may have a recycling container(s), in accordance with the provisions of chapter 28, Solid waste, of the Municipal Code of Machesney Park, provided for the use of the dwelling's residents.

(i)

Dumpsters and recycling containers shall be adequately sized to completely contain the garbage, refuse, rubbish, and recyclables produced by the dwelling for the time period established by regularly scheduled pick-up.

(ii)

Dumpsters and recycling containers shall be screened in accordance with the provisions of section Z-9, fences, walls, and hedges in all zone districts (3) of this chapter. (Ord. No. 13-15, 6-1-2015)

(2)

Table of uses. Permitted and special uses in the multiple-family residential zoning district are found in article IX, Agricultural and residential table of uses.

(1)

Multiple-family residential district requirements.

(a)

Site development plan review. Every permitted use or special use permitted in the R4 district shall comply with article XIX, section Z-101, Site development plan review procedures and standards.

(b)

Lot size. The minimum lot size in the R4 district shall be 8,800 square feet. Every multiple-family dwelling hereafter erected or enlarged shall be located on a lot which provides a minimum of 1,450 square feet of land area for each dwelling unit.

(c)

Yards.

Front. A front yard of not less than 33 feet.

Side. Every principal permitted use, except multiple-family dwellings, shall have a side yard of not less than six feet.

On corner lots, where the side yard adjoins a street, the yard shall be considered a front yard.

The required side yards for multiple family dwellings shall be not less than ten feet. Structures greater than two stories in height shall have a minimum side yard setback of ten feet plus five feet for each floor in excess of two stories in height. (Ord. No. 13-15, 6-1-2015)

Rear. A rear yard of not less than 30 feet.

All yards, adjacent to a Single-Family Residential (R1) Zoning lot. A 30-foot buffer area shall be provided between multifamily development and property lines abutting a R1 property line, not including those property lines abutting right-of-way. Within the 30-foot buffer, the following shall apply:

(i)

No vehicular circulation (i.e., driveways, drive lanes, maneuvering areas, and private streets) shall be allowed within the buffer.

(ii)

No primary entrance shall face the abutting R1 property.

(iii)

No active recreation areas (athletic courts, tot lots, etc.) or trash facilities shall be allowed within the 30-foot buffer.

(d)

Height. In the R4 district no building shall be erected or altered to a height in excess of 45 feet or three stories.

(e)

Maximum site coverage. The maximum site coverage for structures and pavement/parking in the R4 district shall not exceed 50 percent of the lot area.

(f)

Building design standards. New multi-unit construction shall comply with the following standards:

(i)

Exterior wall finishes. Plywood and metal are prohibited finish materials. Siding and brick are preferred. Materials shall be high quality, durable, and shall age well without discoloring. Exterior color schemes must be approved by village staff as part of the site development plan review.

(ii)

Porches, stoops and verandas. Residential entrances shall be accompanied by a covered porch, stoop, veranda, or other features that highlight entry points and offer protection from inclement weather.

(iii)

Building articulation. Street-facing horizontal elevations of building walls shall be articulated a minimum of every 30 feet, by the use of projections or recesses at least four feet in depth. All other elevations shall be articulated at least four feet in depth at a minimum of every 50 feet.

(iv)

Windows. A minimum of 20 percent of street-facing façades shall contain windows or doors. All other building façades shall contain a minimum of 10 percent windows or doors.

(v)

Minimum overhang. In the case of a gable or hip roof, a minimum 12-inch overhang is required. Soffit shall be required for all multi-residential structures.

(vi)

Mailboxes. Exterior mailboxes for each multifamily development shall be alike in appearance, or a cluster box unit shall be used.

(vii)

Infill. Infill development shall maintain setbacks, façade scale, and spacing compatible with adjoining and opposite buildings/land uses. All new multi-unit buildings located adjacent to single-family dwelling(s) shall not exceed 150 percent the average height of all dwellings that it abuts, not to exceed 35 feet.

(g)

Off-street parking. In the R4 district off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of article XV, Off-street parking and loading, of this chapter, and:

(i)

Parking lots shall be placed to the side or rear of building.

(ii)

All parking, maneuvering and loading areas abutting a property line or right-of-way shall provide perimeter lot landscaping. A minimum five-foot-wide planting strip shall be planted with canopy trees a minimum of ten feet apart, and an assortment of low level landscape elements.

(iii)

On corner lots, parking areas shall not be located within 30 feet of an intersection, as measured from the center of the curb return to the edge of the parking area.

(h)

Pedestrian circulation.

(i)

Internal sidewalks shall be separated a minimum of five feet from dwellings, measured from the sidewalk edge closest to any dwelling unit;

(ii)

Surface treatment of internal sidewalks shall be concrete, asphalt or masonry pavers, and least five feet wide.

(iii)

All on-site internal sidewalks shall be lighted.

(iv)

Multi-residential developments of more than 20 residential units (even when occurring on two or more parcels) shall provide pedestrian circulation in accordance with the following standards:

1.

The internal sidewalk system shall connect all abutting streets to primary building entrances;

2.

The internal sidewalk system shall connect all buildings on the site and shall connect the dwelling units to parking areas, bicycle parking, storage areas, recreational facilities and common areas, and abutting public sidewalks and pedestrian trails.

(i)

Screening and landscaping. In the R4 district every multiple family dwelling shall have effective screening along lot lines adjoining any R1 or R2 district. Effective screening shall consist of a solid fence, wall or compact hedge four feet height in required front yards and six feet in height in required side and rear yards.

(j)

Garbage and debris. In the R4 district every multifamily dwelling shall have a dumpster(s) and may have a recycling container(s), in accordance with the provisions of chapter 28, Solid waste, of the Municipal Code of Machesney Park, provided for the use of the dwelling's residents.

(i)

Dumpsters and recycling containers shall be adequately sized to completely contain the garbage, refuse, rubbish, and recyclables produced by the dwelling for the time period established by regularly scheduled pick-up.

(ii)

Dumpsters and recycling containers shall be screened in accordance with the provisions of section Z-9, fences, walls, and hedges in all zone districts (3) of this chapter. (Ord. No. 13-15, 6-1-2015)

(2)

Table of uses. Permitted and special uses in the multiple-family residential zoning district are found in article IX, Agricultural and residential table of uses.