The residential districts set forth herein are established to perpetuate the existing high quality residential character of the village by preserving established neighborhoods while encouraging new residential development. Taken together, the residential districts blend to provide a broad range of housing alternatives. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A.   Land Use Interpretation: All applications for a permitted or special use which are not listed in section 9-8-3-1 of this chapter shall be submitted to the zoning official for a use interpretation pursuant to the standards and procedures set forth in section 9-4-8 of this title.

   B.   Temporary Uses: Certain temporary uses are permitted in the residential districts subject to the provisions of section 9-14-13 of this title and the securing of a temporary use permit pursuant to section 9-4-10 of this title.

   C.   Parking And Loading: The parking and loading requirements applicable in the residential districts are set forth in chapter 16 of this title.

   D.   Signs: Sign regulations applicable in the residential districts are set forth in chapter 18 of this title.

   E.   Erosion And Sedimentation Control: Requirements relating to erosion and sedimentation control in the residential districts are set forth in chapter 6 of this title.

   F.   Performance Standards: Requirements relating to performance standards in the residential districts are set forth in chapter 15 of this title.

   G.   Landscaping And Screening: Requirements relating to landscaping, screening, and buffering in the residential districts are set forth in chapter 17 of this title.

   H.   Fences: Requirements relating to fences in the residential districts are set forth in chapter 14 of this title.

   I.   Nonconforming Lots: Requirements relating to nonconforming lots in the residential districts are set forth in chapter 5 of this title. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A.   Permitted Uses: The uses permitted in the residential districts established herein are listed in the residential district use matrix set forth in section 9-8-3-1 of this chapter, and shall be considered permitted as of right, subject to any limitations therein, this title, or other village title, and the securing of a zoning certificate.

   B.   Special Uses: The uses allowed as special uses in the residential districts established herein are listed in the residential district use matrix set forth in section 9-8-3-1 of this chapter, and may be allowed subject to any limitations therein, this title, or other village title, and the securing of a special use permit pursuant to section 9-4-5 of this title.

   C.   Accessory Uses: Accessory uses, buildings and structures customarily incidental to and commonly associated with a principal use may be permitted, subject to the provisions of chapter 14 of this title and any limitation contained herein. Specifically permitted or allowed accessory uses, buildings and structures are listed in section 9-8-3-2 of this chapter.

   D.   Bulk Regulations: Subject to the limitations contained therein and elsewhere in this title, the bulk regulations that apply to the residential districts are listed in section 9-8-3-3 of this chapter.

   E.   Prohibited Uses: Uses not listed as permitted or special uses in the residential district use matrix set forth in section 9-8-3-1 of this chapter are hereby strictly prohibited. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

 

   1.   The accessory use shall be for the sole enjoyment and benefit of the residents of the premises. No commercial activity shall be permitted.

   2.   The accessory use shall be limited to 1 horse per 1 acre. All horses shall be housed in a barn and the barn shall be located at least 100 feet from any property line. Furthermore, horses shall not be grazed in any front or side yard.

   3.   The retail grocery shall supply commodities on the premises and shall be incidental and accessory to a residential permitted or special use.

(Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000; amd. Ord. 2009-O-006, 2-23-2009)

      R-6 MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE DISTRICT DWELLING UNIT SIZE MATRIX

      R-6 Multiple-Family Residence District

 

 

 

   1.   The side yard required will be the greater of the 2 development standards provided above.

   A. Purpose: The E-1 estate residential district is hereby established to provide lands for large lot, single-family residential uses which are the optimum use because of location, topography, soil characteristics, wetness, vegetation, or other natural or man induced factors and where portions of the land may be kept open to protect and conserve hilly areas, wetlands, prairies, wooded regions, and other unique areas for the public benefit and perpetuation of the diversity of natural ecosystems. The E-1 district is also established to provide the opportunity to keep horses, or other large animals, and the right to practice in a limited manner agriculture, floriculture, horticulture, silvaculture, cultivation of field or garden crops, and similar related activities, but within the limits of smaller lots.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of the E-1 residential district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. Foster uses where adequate police and fire protection are available;

      2. Allow a minimum two and one-half (21/2) acre lot for single- family residential use and other permitted compatible uses where each domicile may be served by an on site sewage disposal system; and

      3. Zone E-1 lands least adaptable for sustained long term agriculture uses and/or least suitable for dense urbanized development because of location, topography, geology, soil types, hydrologic characteristics, or other natural features of the land. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A. Purpose: The R-1 residential zoning district is hereby established to provide for an environment of predominantly large lot single-family dwellings with certain additional compatible uses that serve the residents living in the districts. The R-1 district is also established to implement the intent and policy for residential districts by providing a net density of less than one and nine one-hundredths (1.09) unit per acre where provisions for compatible community facilities and services are available or can be made available in the near future or where location or physical characteristic of the property are uniquely suited to residential lots of one acre.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of the R-1 residential district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. So locate R-1 districts to other districts nearby or adjacent to available municipal police and fire protection so as to protect these residential areas from the danger of fire, explosion, or noxious fumes and the irritations of offensive odors, noise, smoke, vibrations, glare, or other threats to health and well being unless the property possesses exceptional characteristics or an exceptional location making it unusually suitable for one acre residential purposes; and

      2. So locate R-1 districts where paved roads meeting current village standards may serve the residents providing convenience and safety in transportation; where mobility is not impeded and where hazards and the intensity or potential for accidents are avoided or minimized. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A. Purpose: The R-2 residential district is hereby established to provide for an environment of predominantly single-family dwellings with certain additional compatible uses which serve the residents living in the districts. The R-2 district is also established to implement the purpose and intent for residential districts by providing a net density not greater than two and eighteen one-hundredths (2.18) units per acre; where provision for compatible community facilities and services are available or can be made available in the near future.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of the R-2 residential district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. So locate R-2 districts to other districts nearby or adjacent to available municipal police and fire protection so as to protect these residential areas from the danger of fire, explosion, or noxious fumes and the irritations of offensive odors, noise, smoke, vibrations, glare, or other threats to health and well being;

      2. So locate R-2 districts where paved roads meeting current village standards may serve the residents providing convenience and safety in transportation; where mobility is not impeded and where hazards and the intensity or potential for accidents are avoided or minimized; and

      3. So locate R-2 districts near to present or future mass transit facilities to lessen or avoid congestion in public streets and highways. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A. Purpose: The R-3 residential district is hereby established to provide for an environment of predominantly single-family dwellings with certain additional compatible uses that serve the residents living in the districts. The R-3 district is also established to implement the purpose and intent for residential districts by providing a net density not greater than two and nine-tenths (2.9) units per acre; where provision for compatible community facilities and services are available or can be made available in the near future.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of the R-3 residential district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. So locate R-3 districts to other districts nearby or adjacent to available municipal police and fire protection so as to protect these residential areas from the danger of fire, explosion, or noxious fumes and the irritations of offensive odors, noise, smoke, vibrations, glare, or other threats to health and well being.

      2. So locate R-3 districts where paved roads meeting current village standards may serve the residents providing convenience and safety in transportation; where mobility is not impeded and where hazards and the intensity or potential for accidents are avoided or minimized.

      3. So locate R-3 districts near to present or future mass transit facilities to lessen or avoid congestion in public streets and highways. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A. Purpose: The R-4 residential district as hereby established to provide for an environment of predominantly single-family dwellings with certain additional compatible uses which serve the residents living in the districts. The R-4 district is also established to implement the purpose and intent for residential districts by providing a net density not greater than three and forty eight one-hundredths (3.48) units per acre; where provision for compatible community facilities and services are available or can be made available in the near future.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of the R-4 residential district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. So locate R-4 districts to other districts nearby or adjacent to available municipal police and fire protection so as to protect these residential areas from the danger of fire, explosion, or noxious fumes and the irritations of offensive odors, noise, smoke, vibrations, glare, or other threats to health and well being;

      2. So locate R-4 districts where paved roads meeting current village standards may serve the residents providing convenience and safety in transportation; where mobility is not impeded and where hazards and the intensity or potential for accidents are avoided or minimized; and

      3. So locate R-4 districts near to present or future mass transit facilities to lessen or avoid congestion in public streets and highways. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A. Purpose: The R-5 residential district is hereby established to provide for an environment of predominantly single-family dwellings with certain additional compatible uses that serve the residents living in the districts. The R-5 district is also established to implement the purpose and intent for residential districts by providing a net density not greater than five and eight-tenths (5.8) units per acre; where provision for compatible community facilities and services are available or can be made available in the near future.

   The R-5 district is intended to preserve existing R-5 zoned neighborhoods, while at the same time, facilitate development in and around those same neighborhoods. The R-5 district shall not be used to facilitate future developments.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of the R-5 residential district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. So locate R-5 districts to other districts nearby or adjacent to available municipal police and fire protection so as to protect these residential areas from the danger of fire, explosion, or noxious fumes and the irritations of offensive odors, noise, smoke, vibrations, glare, or other threats to health and well being;

      2. So locate R-5 districts where paved roads meeting current village standards may serve the residents providing convenience and safety in transportation; where mobility is not impeded and where hazards and the intensity or potential for accidents are avoided or minimized;

      3. So locate R-5 districts near to present or future mass transit facilities to lessen or avoid congestion in public streets and highways; and

      4. So locate R-5 districts solely to preserve existing R-5 neighborhoods and allow development in and around existing R-5 neighborhoods. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A. Purpose: The R-6 residential district is hereby established to permit existing multi-family developments and to provide an environment for new developments of predominantly attached, semiattached and two-family dwellings with certain additional compatible uses that serve the residents living in the district. The R-6 district is also established to implement the purpose and intent for residential districts by providing an appropriate density where provision for compatible community facilities and services are available or can be made available in the near future.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of the R-6 district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. So locate R-6 districts to other districts where municipal police and fire protection are provided so as to protect these residential areas from the dangers of fire, explosion, or noxious fumes and the irritations of offensive odors, noise, smoke, vibrations, glare, or other threats to health and well being;

      2. So locate R-6 districts where paved roads meeting current village standards may serve the residents providing convenience in transportation, mobility, and where hazards and the intensity or potential for accidents to both local and through traffic are lessened or avoided; and

      3. So locate R-6 districts near present mass transit facilities to lessen or avoid congestion in public streets and highways. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)