Newtown Township Bucks
City Zoning Code
City Zoning Code
ARTICLE IV
Residential Districts
§ 400 JM Jericho Mountain District.
[Amended effective 11/25/2002, by JMZO Ord. 2002-13, § I.B; adopted 11/20/2002. Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007; adopted 6/18/2007.]
In the JM Jericho Mountain District, the following regulations shall apply:
Use Regulations. A building may be erected or altered, to be used either in whole or in part, and a lot may be used or occupied for any of the following uses, and no other, provided that such uses shall comply with such regulations as yard, lot size, lot width, building area and height, impervious surfaces, easements, buffer yards, off-street parking, and other provisions as are specified in other Articles herein.
Use by Right. Any of the following uses shall be permitted, provided the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance, have also been met:
Agriculture and Horticulture, use A-1.
Forestry, use A-3.
Single-Family Detached Dwelling, use B-1.
Single-Family Detached Cluster, use B-12.
Residential Accessory Structure, use H-3.
Temporary Structure, use H-7.
Swimming Pool, use H-8.
Microwave Antenna for Television Receiving only Satellite Earth Stations, use H-12.
No-Impact Home-Based Business, Use-H2.
Use H-19, Accessory Solar Energy Equipment.
[Added effective 6/9/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-02, adopted 6/4/2013.]
Use H-20, Accessory Outdoor Wood-Fired Boilers.
[Added effective 4/11/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-03, adopted 4/6/2013.]
Use H-15.A, Roadside Stands.
[Added effective 7/27/2014 by JMZO Ord. 2014-01, adopted 7/23/2014.]
Accessory Vehicle Charging Stations-Private Use, H-21A.
[Added effective 7/21/2025 by JMZO Ord. No. 2022-02, adopted 7/21/2025.]
Uses by Conditional Approval. Any of the following uses shall be considered permitted, provided the conditions for conditional use approval have been met in accordance with Article XIII, in addition to the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance:
Signs shall be permitted in accordance with Article XI.
Table of Performance Regulations. All regulations must be met. These regulations may be less strict than other performance standards in Article IX, Environmental Performance Standards, but the strictest regulations shall govern.
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Maximum Gross Density (DU/AC) | Minimum Open Space Ratio | Maximum Impervious Surface Ratio | Minimum Gross Site Acre (AC) | Minimum Lot Area (AC) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
JM Jericho Mountain | |||||
Single-family Detached | — | — | 0.05 | 5 | 5 |
Single-family Detached Cluster | 0.2 | 0.75 | 0.05 | 5 | 1 |
Other Uses | — | 0.05 | 5 | 5(1) |
Footnote: | |
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(1) | Or greater as required for each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
Table of Dimensional Regulations. The following dimensional regulations shall apply:
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Minimum Lot Width At Building (1) Setback Line | Maximum Building Height (2) (feet) | Minimum Yards (feet) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Front | Side (each) | Rear | |||
Single-family Detached | 300 | 35 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Single-family Detached Cluster | 150 | 35 | 50 | 40 | 50 |
Other Uses | 300 | 35 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Footnotes: | |
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(1) | All lots shall have at least 60 feet of frontage on a public road or approved private street. Such frontage requirement shall not be satisfied by providing a lot with an easement to a public or approved private street. |
(2) | A maximum of three stories shall be permitted. |
Regulations Applying Throughout the District. No building shall be placed in any of the following areas:
Slopes in excess of 15% except by special exception provided that the standards and conditions in § 903.B.4. are met;
Within any Identified Floodplain Area as defined within the Floodplain Ordinance of each respective municipality;
[Amended effective 12/9/2017 by JMZO Ord. No. 2015-02, adopted 12/4/2017.]
Within 50 feet of the centerline of any stream, creek, river, or other water course where the average slope of the ground to the stream is greater than 8% and less than 15%, or within 100 feet of the centerline of the stream where the average slope of the ground is more than 15%; or
On wooded lots: In addition to the regulations for Trees on Wooded Lots, § 903.B.6, herein, the following shall apply:
The intent of this Section is to insure that the minimum number of trees be removed. This applies specifically to the edge of the ridge and the steep slopes of the mountain in order to minimize the potential for soil erosion and to maintain an uninterrupted mass of vegetation as viewed from the valley below. Therefore, no live tree of caliper greater than 10 inches measured at a point four feet above grade shall be removed in connection with a land development or building permit unless a zoning permit for a specific number of trees in a specific location is first obtained from the municipal zoning officer upon recommendation by the local planning commission. Permits will be granted only where tree removal will not adversely affect the intent of this Section or the utility and character of the overall foliage of the parcel or lot in question.
In no case will removal of trees exceed the standards for steep slopes or woodland protection within §§ 903.B.4 and 5.
The permit provisions of this Section shall not apply to a landowner who wishes to remove an individual tree not in conjunction with a land development or building permit.
Open Space Regulations for Single-Family Cluster Developments.
All such open space shall consist of a lot or lots restricted against further subdivision and restricted against further development other than structures permitted in open space.
Structures within the open space may include, but are not limited to, swimming pools, tennis courts, and other structures serving the uses set forth herein, subject to the provision that no more than 5% of the open space shall be covered by structures or paved by an impervious surface.
§ 401 CM Conservation Management Districts.
[Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-1, Article IV; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-13, § 1.C; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 8/14/2006 by JMZO Ord. 2006-07, § 02; adopted 8/9/2006. Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007; adopted 6/18/2007. Amended effective 7/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2006-06, § 3; adopted 7/18/2007. Amended effective 6/16/2008 by JMZO Ord. 2007-05, § 03; adopted 6/11/2008. Amended effective 10/11/2008 by JMZO Ord. 2008-08, § 03; adopted 10/6/2008. Amended effective 12/22/2008 by JMZO Ord. 2008-09, § 01; adopted 12/17/2008.]
In CM Conservation Management Districts, the following regulations shall apply:
Use Regulations. A building may be erected or altered, to be used either in whole or in part, and a lot may be used or occupied for any of the following uses, and no other, provided that such uses shall comply with such regulations as yard, lot size, lot width, building area and height, impervious surfaces, easements, buffer yards, off-street parking, and other provisions as are specified in other Articles herein.
Uses by Right. Any of the following uses shall be permitted, provided the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance have also been met:
Agriculture and Horticulture, use A-1.
Intensive Agriculture, use A-2.
Forestry, use A-3.
Kennel, use A-5.
Commercial Nursery and Greenhouse, use A-6.
Single-Family Detached Dwelling, use B-1.
(Reserved)
(Reserved)
Recreational Facility, use C-5.
Home Occupation or Accessory Office, use H-1.
No-Impact Home Based Business, use H-2.
Residential Accessory Structure, use H-3.
Boarding, use H-4.
Temporary Structure, use H-7.
Swimming Pool, use H-8.
Microwave Antenna for Television Receiving only Satellite Earth Stations, use H-12.
Roadside Stands for Sale of Agricultural Products Grown on Site, use H-15.A.
Agricultural Sale of Farm Products, use H-15.B.
Low-Impact Home Landscape Contractor, use H-16.
Public and Retail Use Accessory to a Vineyard or Winery, use H-17.
Use H-19, Accessory Solar Energy Equipment.
[Added effective 6/9/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-02, adopted 6/4/2013.]
Use H-20, Accessory Outdoor Wood-Fired Boilers.
[Added effective 4/11/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-03, adopted 4/6/2013.]
Use H-15.A, Roadside Stands.
[Added effective 7/27/2014 by JMZO Ord. 2014-01, adopted 7/23/2014.]
Accessory Vehicle Charging Stations-Private Use, H-21A.
[Added effective 7/21/2025 by JMZO Ord. No. 2022-02, adopted 7/21/2025.]
Uses by Conditional Approval. Any of the following uses shall be considered permitted, provided the conditions for conditional use approval have been met in accordance with Article XIII, in addition to Article VIII, Use Regulations, of this Ordinance:
Riding Academy, use A-4.
Single-Family Detached Cluster, use B-12.
School, use C-2.
Golf Course, use C-7.
Child Care Facility, use C-10.
Cemetery, use C-13.
Bed and Breakfast, use H-11.
Agricultural Entertainment Uses, use H-15.C.
Accessory Landscape Contractor, use H-16.1.
Accessory Contractor or Trade, use H-18.
Communications Antenna, use I-1.
Communications Equipment Building, use I-2.
Uses by Special Exception. Any of the following uses shall be permitted as a special exception when authorized by the Local Zoning Hearing Board, subject to Article XV, and the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance:
Signs, in accordance with Article XI, shall be permitted.
Table of Performance Regulations. All regulations must be met. These regulations may be less strict than other performance standards in Article IX, Environmental Performance Standards, but the strictest regulations shall govern.
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
CM Conserva- tion Management | Maximum Gross Density (DU/AC) | Minimum Open Space Ratio | Maximum Impervious Surface Ratio (per site) | Minimum Gross Site Area | Minimum Lot Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Single-Family Detached | 0.33 | (1)(2) | 0.15 | 3 | 1 acre |
Single-Family Detached Cluster (B12) | 0.40 | 0.55(2) | 0.20 | 10 | 30,000 square feet |
Agricultural Use | — | — | 0.05 | 5 | 5 acres (3) |
Other Uses | — | — | 0.15 | 10 | 10 acres (3) |
Footnotes: | |
(1) | For each subdivided lot that is less than three acres in area, an area equal to the remainder of three acres shall remain as contiguous space. |
(2) | Open space shall be clustered to promote agriculture use of the property as set forth in § 1005.A.3. |
(3) | Or greater as required for each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
Table of Area and Dimensional Regulations. The following area and dimensional regulations shall apply unless Article VIII sets forth a different requirement for the specific use. In that event, the more restrictive requirement shall apply:
CM Conserva-tion Management District | Mini-mum Lot Area | Minimum Lot Width at Building Setback Line (feet) | Maximum Building Height (feet) | Minimum Yards (feet) | Mini-mum Distance Between Build-ings (feet) | Maxi-mum Building Cover-age | Maxi-mum Per Lot Impervi-ous Surface Allowed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Front | Side (each) | Rear | |||||||
Single-Family Detached | 1 acre | 200 | 35 | 100 | 50 | 60 | 100 | 10% per lot | (1) |
Single-Family Detached Cluster | 30,000 square feet | 110 | 35 | 60 | 20 | 50 | 40 | 15% per lot | 0.25 of lot area |
Agricultural Uses | 5 acres | 200 | 35 | 75 | 30 | 100 | — | — | — |
Other Uses | 10 acres | 200 | 35 | 100 | 50 | 60 | — | — | — |
Footnote: | |
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(1) | For lots up to 1.5 acres: 0.25 of lot area; |
For lots between 1.5 and 3.0 acres: 0.375 acres plus 0.18 of lot area in excess of 1.5 acres; | |
For lots greater than 3.0 acres: 0.645 acres plus 0.15 of lot area in excess of 3.0 acres. | |
Building Envelope Regulations. Each lot shall contain a minimum building envelope area or shall be enlarged to contain a minimum building envelope area, as specified below, that contains not more than the following portions of lot area comprised of these natural resources.
0% | Floodplains | |
0% | Floodplain Soils | |
0% | Ponds | |
0% | Wetlands | |
20% | Wetlands Transition Area | |
25% | Steep Slopes 15% to 25% | |
15% | Steep Slopes greater than 25% | |
15% | Woodlands |
The minimum building envelope for each lot shall conform to the following standards: | ||
1. | For Use B-1 Single-Family Detached, the minimum building envelope area per lot shall be 20,000 square feet | |
2. | For Use B-12 Single-Family Detached Cluster, the minimum building envelope area per lot shall be 15,000 square feet. | |
3. | For other permitted uses, the minimum building envelope area per lot shall be two acres. | |
Additional Buffering Requirement. There shall be a perimeter buffer of 150 feet along the frontage of all public streets which abut the site of all Use B-12 Single-Family Detached Cluster Developments. The perimeter buffer shall utilize a combination of berms, trees and other plantings as deemed appropriate by the Board of Supervisors to protect the view shed. The perimeter buffer shall not be counted toward the minimum open space requirements and shall not be part of any lot on which a house is located. The perimeter buffer shall be a separate lot, owned and maintained by a homeowner's association, or as otherwise required by the Board of Supervisors.
§ 402 CR-1 Country Residential/Low Density Districts.
[Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-1, Article 4; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-13, § 1.D; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 8/28/2004 by JMZO Ord. 2004-14, §§ 01, 02; adopted 8/23/2004. Amended effective 8/14/2006 by JMZO Ord. 2006-07, § 03; adopted 8/9/2006. Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007; adopted 6/18/2007. Amended effective 7/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2006-06, § 3; adopted 7/18/2007. Amended effective 6/16/2008 by JMZO Ord. 2007-05, § 03; adopted 6/11/2008. Amended effective 10/11/2008 by JMZO Ord. 2008-08, 10/6/2008, § 03.]
In CR-1 Country Residential/Low Density Districts, the following regulations shall apply:
Use Regulations. A building may be erected or altered, to be used either in whole or in part, and a lot may be used or occupied for any of the following uses, and no other, provided that such uses shall comply with such regulations as yard, lot size, lot width, building area and height, impervious surfaces, easements, buffer yards, off-street parking, and other provisions as are specified in other Articles herein.
Uses by Right. Any of the following uses shall be permitted provided the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance, have also been met:
Agriculture and Horticulture, use A-1.
Forestry, use A-3.
Single-Family Detached Dwelling, use B-1.
Single-Family Detached Cluster, use B-12.
Performance Subdivision, use B-14, with a mixture of the following dwelling unit types only: Single-family Detached, use B-1; Village House, use B-2; Atrium House, use B-4; and Twin House, use B-5.
Library or Museum, use C-4.
Recreational Facility, use C-5.
Home Occupation, use H-1.
No-Impact Home-Based Business, use H-2.
Residential Accessory Structure, use H-3.
Boarding, use H-4.
Temporary Structure, use H-7.
Swimming Pool, use H-8.
Microwave Antenna for Television Receiving only Satellite Earth Stations, use H-12.
Low-Impact Home Landscape Contractor, use H-16.
Use H-19, Accessory Solar Energy Equipment.
[Added effective 6/9/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-02, adopted 6/4/2013.]
Use H-20, Accessory Outdoor Wood-Fired Boilers.
[Added effective 4/11/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-03, adopted 4/6/2013.]
Use H-15.A, Roadside Stands.
[Added effective 7/27/2014 by JMZO Ord. 2014-01, adopted 7/23/2014.]
Accessory Vehicle Charging Stations-Private Use, H-21A.
[Added effective 7/21/2025 by JMZO Ord. No. 2022-02, adopted 7/21/2025.]
Uses by Conditional Approval. Any of the following uses shall be considered permitted, provided the conditions for conditional use approval have been met in accordance with Article XIII, in addition to Article VIII, Use Regulations, of this Ordinance:
Residential Conversion, use B-16 in non-cluster only.
School, use C-2.
Golf Course, use C-7.
Private Club, use C-8.
Community Center, use C-9.
Child Care Facility, use C-10.
Hospital, use C-11.
Cemetery, use C-13.
Bed and Breakfast, use H-11.
Communications Antenna, use I-1.
Communications Equipment Building, use I-2.
Commercial Nursery and Greenhouse, use A-6.
Public and Retail Use Accessory to a Vineyard or Winery, use H-17.
Accessory Contractor or Trade, use H-18.
Uses by Special Exception. Any of the following uses shall be permitted as a special exception when authorized by the Local Zoning Hearing Board, subject to Article XV, and the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance:
Signs, in accordance with Article XI, shall be permitted.
Table of Performance Regulations. All regulations must be met. These regulations may be less strict than other performance standards in Article IX, Environmental Performance Standards, but the strictest regulations shall govern.
Maximum Gross Density (DU/AC) | Minimum Open Space Ratio | Maximum Impervious Surface Ratio | Minimum Gross Site Area (acres) | Minimum Lot Area | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CR-1 Country Residential/ Low Density | |||||
Single-family Detached | — | — | 0.18 | 1 | 1 acre |
Single-family Detached Cluster | 0.82 | 0.30 | 0.19 | 5 | 30,000 square feet |
Performance Subdivision | 1.22 | 0.60 | 0.20 | 25 | (1) |
Other Uses | — | — | 0.35 | 5 acres (2) |
Footnotes: | |
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(1) | See § 402.C., Table of Area and Dimensional Regulations. |
(2) | Or greater as required by each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
Table of Area and Dimensional Regulations. The following area and dimensional regulations shall apply:
Minimum Lot Area | Minimum Lot Width at Building Setback Line (feet) | Maximum Building Height (1) (feet) | Minimum Yards (feet) | Minimum Distance Between Buildings (feet) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Front | Side (each) | Rear | ||||||
Single-family Detached | 1 acre | 150 | 35 | 60 | 40 | 50 | ||
Single-family Detached Cluster | 30,000 square feet | 110 | 35 | 60 | 20 | 50 | — | |
Performance Subdivision | ||||||||
(Single-Family Detached) | 10,000 square feet | 75 | 35 | 35 | 10 | 40 | 20 | |
(Village House) | 6,500 square feet | 55 | 35 | 15 | 5 | 30 | 10 | |
(Atrium House) | 2,500 square feet | 40 | 35 | 15 | — | — | — | |
(Twin House) | 4,500 square feet | 45 | 35 | 25 | 10(2) | 25 | 20 | |
Other Uses | 5 acres (3) | 200 | 35 | 100 | 50 | 60 | — | |
Footnotes: | |
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(1) | A maximum of three stories shall be permitted. |
(2) | Only one side yard shall be required. |
(3) | Or greater as required for each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
(4) | Bed and Breakfast Minimum Lot Area shall be 60,000 square feet for the first two guest rooms, plus 1/2 acre for each additional guest room. |
§ 403 CR-2 Country Residential/Medium Density Districts.
[Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-1, Article IV; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-13, § 1.E; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 8/14/2006 by JMZO Ord. 2006-07, § 04; adopted 8/9/2006. Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007, adopted 6/18/2007. Amended effective 7/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2006-06, § 3; adopted 7/18/2007. Amended effective 6/16/2008 by JMZO Ord. 2007-05, § 03; adopted 6/11/2008.]
In CR-2 Country Residential/Medium Density Districts, the following regulations shall apply:
Use Regulations. A building may be erected or altered, to be used either in whole or in part, and a lot may be used or occupied for any of the following uses, and no other, provided that such uses shall comply with such regulations as yard, lot size, lot width, building area and height, impervious surfaces, easements, buffer yards, off-street parking, and other provisions as are specified in other Articles herein.
Uses by Right. Any of the following uses shall be permitted provided the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance have also been met:
Agriculture and Horticulture, use A-1.
Forestry, use A-3.
Single-family Detached Dwelling, use B-1.
Performance Subdivision, use B-14, with a mixture of the following dwelling unit types only: Single-family Detached, use B-1; Village House, use B-2; Atrium House, use B-4; Twin House, use B-5; Townhouse, use B-8; Multiplex, use B-9; and Garden Apartment, use B-10.
Single-family Detached Cluster, use B-12.
Recreational Facility, use C-5.
Home Occupation, use H-1.
No-Impact Home-Based Business, use H-2.
Residential Accessory Structure, use H-3.
Boarding, use H-4.
Temporary Structure, use H-7.
Swimming Pool, use H-8.
Microwave Antenna for Television Receiving only Satellite Earth Stations, use H-12.
Low-Impact Home Landscape Contractor, use H-16.
Use H-19, Accessory Solar Energy Equipment.
[Added effective 6/9/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-02, adopted 6/4/2013.]
Use H-20, Accessory Outdoor Wood-Fired Boilers.
[Added effective 4/11/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-03, adopted 4/6/2013.]
Use H-15.A, Roadside Stands.
[Added effective 7/27/2014 by JMZO Ord. 2014-01, adopted 7/23/2014.]
Accessory Vehicle Charging Stations-Private Use, H-21A.
[Added effective 7/21/2025 by JMZO Ord. No. 2022-02, adopted 7/21/2025.]
Uses by Conditional Approval. Any of the following uses shall be considered permitted, provided the conditions for conditional use approval have been met in accordance with Article XIII, in addition to Article VIII, Use Regulations, of this Ordinance:
School, use C-2.
Golf Course, use C-7.
Private Club, use C-8.
Community Center, use C-9.
Child Care Facility, use C-10.
Hospital, use C-11.
Cemetery, use C-13.
Bed and Breakfast, use H-11.
Communications Antenna, use I-1.
Communications Equipment Building, use I-2.
Commercial Nursery and Greenhouse, use A-6.
Public and Retail Use Accessory to a Vineyard or Winery, use H-17.
Uses by Special Exception. Any of the following uses shall be permitted as a special exception when authorized by the Local Zoning Hearing Board, subject to Article XV, and the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance.
Signs shall be permitted in accordance with Article XI.
Table of Performance Regulations. All regulations must be met. These regulations may be less strict than other performance standards in Article IX, Environmental Performance Standards, but the strictest regulations shall govern.
Maximum Gross Density (DU/AC) | Minimum Open Space Ratio | Maximum Impervious Surface Ratio | Minimum Gross Site Area | Minimum Lot Area | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CR-2 Country Residential/ Medium Density | |||||
Single-family Detached | — | — | 0.18 | 30,000 square feet | 30,000 square feet |
Single-family Detached Cluster | 1.65 | 0.10 | 0.20 | 5 | 20,000 square feet |
Performance Subdivision | 3.22 | 0.50 | 0.25 | 25 acres | (1) |
Other Uses | — | — | 0.30 | 2 acres | 2 acres (2) |
Footnotes: | |
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(1) | See § 403.C., Table of Area and Dimensional Regulations. |
(2) | Or greater as required by each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
Table of Area and Dimensional Regulations. The following area and dimensional regulations shall apply:
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Minimum Lot Area | Minimum Lot Width at Building Setback Line (feet) | Maximum Building Height (1) (feet) | Minimum Yards (feet) | Minimum Distance Between Buildings (feet) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Front | Side (each) | Rear | ||||||
Single-family Detached | 20,000 square feet (8) | 110 | 35 | 50 | 20 | 40 | 50 | |
Single-family Detached Cluster | 30,000 square feet | 100 | 35 | 50 | 15 | 50 | 30 | |
Performance Subdivision | ||||||||
(Single-family Detached) | 10,000 square feet | 70 | 35 | 35 | 10 | 40 | 20 | |
(Village House) | 6,500 square feet | 55 | 35 | 15 | 5 | 30 | 10 | |
(Atrium House) | 2,500 square feet | 40 | 35 | 15 | 10(3) | |||
(Twin House) | 4,500 square feet | 50 | 35 | 25 | 10(2) | 25 | 20 | |
(Town House) | 2,500 square feet | 22(4) | 35 | 20 | 10(3) | 30 | 30 | |
(Multiplex) | 2,500 square feet | 80 | 35 | 25 | 20(3) | 30 | 40 | |
(Garden Apartment) | 2,000 square feet | 500 | 35 | 100 | 75 | 75 | 50 | |
Other Uses | 2 acres (7) | 150 | 35 | 75 | 50 | 60 | — | |
Footnotes: | |
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(1) | A maximum of three stories shall be permitted. |
(2) | Only one side yard shall be required. |
(3) | At the ends of the semi-detached or attached buildings. |
(4) | Provided the minimum average lot width for all of the attached dwellings shall be 24 feet. |
(5) | Equals the minimum lot area per dwelling unit; provided the minimum lot area per building shall be 9,000 square feet. |
(6) | Equals the minimum lot area per dwelling unit; provided the minimum site area shall be 10 acres. |
(7) | Or greater as required for each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
(8) | Bed and Breakfast Minimum Lot Area shall be 50,000 square feet for the first two guest rooms, plus 1/2 acre for each additional guest room. |
§ 404 R-1 Medium Density Residential Districts.
[Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-1, Article IV, adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-13, § 1.F; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 8/28/2004 by JMZO Ord. 2004-14, § 03; adopted 8/23/2004. Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007, adopted 6/18/2007.]
In R-1 Medium Density Residential Districts, the following regulations shall apply:
Use Regulations. A building may be erected or altered, to be used either in whole or in part, and a lot may be used or occupied for any of the following uses, and no other, provided that such uses shall comply with such regulations as yard, lot size, lot width, building area and height, impervious surfaces, easements, buffer yards, off-street parking, and other provisions as are specified in other Articles herein.
Uses by Right. Any of the following uses shall be permitted, provided the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance have also been met:
Agriculture and Horticulture, use A-1.
Forestry, use A-3.
Single-family Detached Dwelling, use B-1.
Single-family Detached Cluster, use B-12.
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Performance Subdivision, use B-14, with a mixture of the following dwelling unit types only: Single-family Detached, use B-1; Village House, use B-2; Atrium House, use B-4; Twin House, use B-5; Town House, use B-8; Multiplex, use B-9; and Garden Apartment, use B-10.
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Recreational Facility, use C-5.
Municipal Building, use C-14.
Home Occupation, use H-1.
Residential Accessory Structure, use H-3.
Temporary Structure, use H-7.
Swimming Pool, use H-8.
Microwave Antenna for Television Receiving only Satellite Earth Stations, use H-12.
No-Impact Home-Based Business, use H-2.
Use H-19, Accessory Solar Energy Equipment.
[Added effective 6/9/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-02, adopted 6/4/2013.]
Use H-20, Accessory Outdoor Wood-Fired Boilers.
[Added effective 4/11/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-03, adopted 4/6/2013.]
Use H-15.A, Roadside Stands.
[Added effective 7/27/2014 by JMZO Ord. 2014-01, adopted 7/23/2014.]
Accessory Vehicle Charging Stations-Private Use, H-21A.
[Added effective 7/21/2025 by JMZO Ord. No. 2022-02, adopted 7/21/2025.]
Use by Conditional Approval. Any of the following uses shall be considered permitted, provided the conditions for conditional use approval have been met in accordance with Article XIII, in addition to Article VIII, Use Regulations, of this Ordinance:
Residential Conversion, use B-16.
Place of Worship, use C-1.
School, use C-2.
Golf Course, use C-7.
Private Club, use C-8.
Community Center, use C-9.
Child Care Facility, use C-10.
Hospital, use C-11.
Nursing Home, use C-12.
Cemetery, use C-13.
Bed and Breakfast, use H-11.
Communications Antenna, use I-1.
Communications Equipment Building, use I-2.
Uses by Special Exception. Any of the following uses shall be permitted as a special exception when authorized by the Local Zoning Hearing Board, subject to Article XV, and the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance:
Table of Performance Regulations. All regulations must be met. These regulations may be less strict than other performance standards in Article IX, Environmental Performance Standards, but the strictest regulations shall govern.
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Maximum Gross Density (DU/AC) | Minimum Open Space Ratio | Maximum Impervious Surface Ratio | Minimum Gross Site Area | Minimum Lot Area | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R-1 Medium Density Residential | ||||||
Single-family Detached | ||||||
(w/on-lot water and sewer disposal) | — | 0.10 | 0.08 | 60,000 square feet | 60,000 square feet | |
(w/public water and sewer facility) | — | 0.10 | 0.12 | 40,000 square feet | 40,000 square feet | |
(Single-family Detached Cluster) | 1.22 | 0.55 | 0.25 | 15 acres | 12,500 square feet (1) | |
Performance Subdivision | 3.22 | 0.50 | 0.25 | 25 acres | ||
Other Uses | — | — | 0.35 | 5 acres | 5 acres (2) | |
Footnotes: | |
|---|---|
(1) | See Table of Area and Dimensional Regulations, § 404.C. |
(2) | Or greater as required by each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
Table of Area and Dimensional Regulations. The following area and dimensional regulations shall apply:
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Minimum Lot Area | Minimum Lot Width at Street (feet) | Minimum Lot Width Setback Line (feet) | Maximum Building Height (feet) | Minimum Yards (feet) | Minimum Distance Between Buildings (feet) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Front | Side (each) | Rear | ||||||||
R-1 District | ||||||||||
Single-family Detached | ||||||||||
(on-lot water and sewage disposal) | 60,000 square feet (10) | 125 | 150 | 35 | 75 | 30(1) | 50 | 60 | ||
(public water and sewer facility) | 40,000 square feet (10) | 100 | 125 | 35 | 60 | 24(2) | 40 | 60 | ||
Single-family Detached | ||||||||||
Cluster (Single-family detached cluster) | 12,500 square feet | 45 | 50 | 35 | 40 | 15 | 30 | 35 | ||
Mixed Residential Development | ||||||||||
(Single-family Detached) | 9,000 square feet | 45 | 50 | 35 | 30 | 15 | 30 | 30 | ||
(Village House) | 6,500 square feet | 55 | — | 35 | 15 | 5 | 30 | 10 | ||
(Atrium House) | 2,500 square feet | 40 | 40 | 35 | 20(9) | 10(4) | — | 25 | ||
(Twin House) | 4,500 square feet | 50 | 45 | 35 | 25(9) | 10(3) | 25 | 25 | ||
(Town-house) | 2,500 square feet | 22(5) | 22(5) | 35 | 20(9) | 10(4) | 30 | 30 | ||
(Multiplex) | 2,650 square feet (6) | 45 | 35 | 25(9) | 10 | 25 | 25 | |||
(Garden Apartment) | 2,000 square feet (7) | 200 | 200 | 35 | 100 | 50 | 60 | 50 | ||
Other uses | 5 acre (8) | 200 | 200 | 35 | 100 | 40 | 60 | — | ||
Footnotes: | |
|---|---|
(1) | Aggregate side yards shall be a minimum of 70 feet. |
(2) | Aggregate side yards shall be a minimum of 60 feet. |
(3) | Only one side yard shall be required. |
(4) | At the ends of semi-detached and attached buildings. |
(5) | Provided the minimum average lot width shall be 24 feet. |
(6) | Equals the minimum lot area per dwelling unit; provided the minimum lot area per building shall be 9,000 square feet. |
(7) | Equals the minimum lot area per dwelling unit, provided the minimum site area shall be 25 acres. |
(8) | Or greater as required for each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
(9) | Where the required off-street parking is provided at the rear of the unit, the minimum front yard may be reduced to 10 feet. |
(10) | Bed and Breakfast Minimum Lot Area shall be 60,000 square feet for the first two guest rooms, plus 1/2 acre for each additional guest room. |
§ 405 R-2 High Density Residential Districts.
[Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-1, Article IV; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-13, § 1.G; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 8/28/2004 by JMZO Ord. 2004-14, § 04; adopted 8/23/2004. Amended effective 4/18/2005 by JMZO Ord. 2004-17, §§ 04, 05; adopted 4/13/2005. Amended effective 12/23/2006 by JMZO Ord. 2006-13, §§ 2, 3; adopted 12/18/2006. Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007, adopted 6/18/2007.]
In R-2 High Density Residential Districts, the following regulations shall apply:
Use Regulations. A building may be erected or altered, to be used either in whole or in part, and a lot may be used or occupied for any of the following uses, and no other, provided that such uses shall comply with such regulations as yard, lot size, lot width, building area and height, impervious surfaces, easements, buffer yards, off-street parking, and other provisions as are specified in other Articles herein.
Uses by Right. Any of the following uses shall be permitted, provided the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance have also been met.
Agriculture and Horticulture, use A-1.
Forestry, use A-3.
Single-family Detached Dwelling, use B-1.
Single-family Detached Cluster, use B-12.
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Performance Subdivision, use B-14, with a mixture of the following dwelling unit types only: Single-family Detached, use B-1; Village House, use B-2; Atrium House, use B-4; Twin House, use B-5; Town House, use B-8; Multiplex, use B-9; and Garden Apartment, use B-10.
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Mobile Home Park, use B-13.
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
(Reserved)
(Reserved)
Home Occupation, use H-1.
Residential Accessory Structure, use H-3.
Temporary Structure, use H-7.
Swimming Pool, use H-8.
Microwave Antenna for Television Receiving only Satellite Earth Stations, use H-12.
No-Impact Home-Based Business, use H-2.
Transitional Residential Development, use B-19.
Use H-19, Accessory Solar Energy Equipment.
[Added effective 6/9/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-02, adopted 6/4/2013.]
Use H-20, Accessory Outdoor Wood-Fired Boilers.
[Added effective 4/11/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-03, adopted 4/6/2013.]
Use H-15.A, Roadside Stands.
[Added effective 7/27/2014 by JMZO Ord. 2014-01, adopted 7/23/2014.]
Accessory Vehicle Charging Stations-Private Use, H-21A.
[Added effective 7/21/2025 by JMZO Ord. No. 2022-02, adopted 7/21/2025.]
Uses by Conditional Approval. Any of the following uses shall be considered permitted, provided the conditions for conditional use approval have been met in accordance with Article XIII, in addition to Article VIII, Use Regulations, of this Ordinance:
Elderly Housing, use B-17.
(Reserved)
School, use C-2.
(Reserved)
Private Club, use C-8.
(Reserved)
Child Care Facility, Use C-10.
(Reserved)
(Reserved)
(Reserved)
Bed and Breakfast, use H-11.
Communication Antenna, use I-1.
Communication Equipment Building, use I-2.
Uses by Special Exception. Any of the following uses shall be permitted as a special exception when authorized by the Local Zoning Hearing Board, subject to Article XV and the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance:
Signs shall be permitted in accordance with Article XI.
Table of Performance Regulations. All regulations must be met. These regulations may be less strict than other performance standards in Article IX, Environmental Performance Standards, but the strictest regulations shall govern.
[Amended effective 4/21/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-04, adopted 4/16/2013. Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Maximum Gross Density (DU/AC) | Minimum Open Space Ratio | Maximum Impervious Surface Ratio | Minimum Gross Site Acres | Minimum Lot Area | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R-2 High Density Residential | ||||||
Single-family Detached | ||||||
(w/on-lot water and sewer disposal) | — | 0.10 | 0.10 | 50,000 square feet | 50,000 square feet | |
(w/public water and sewer facility | — | 0.10 | 0.13 | 30,000 square feet | 30,000 square feet | |
Transitional Residential Development (Use B-19) | 3.90 | 0.30 | 0.40 | 10 acres | (1) | |
(Single-family Detached Cluster) | 1.85 | 0.55 | 0.30 | 15 acre | 9,000 square feet | |
(Performance Subdivision) | 3.90 | 0.40 | 0.30 | 25 acres | (1) | |
(Mobile Home Park) | 3.90 | 0.40 | 0.30 | 25 acres | (1) | |
Elderly Housing (use B-17) | 3.90 | 0.20 | 0.45 | 3 acres | 2 acres (1) | |
Other Uses | — | — | 0.35 | 2 acres | 2 acres (2) | |
Footnotes: | |
|---|---|
(1) | See Specific dwelling type in § 405.C. |
(2) | Or greater as required by each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
Table of Area and Dimensional Regulations. The following area and dimensional regulations shall apply:
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Minimum Lot Area | Minimum Lot Width at Street (feet) | Minimum Lot Width Setback Line (feet) | Maximum Building Height (feet) | Minimum Yards (feet) | Minimum Distance Between Buildings (feet) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Front | Side (each) | Rear | |||||||
R-2 District | |||||||||
Single-family Detached | |||||||||
(w/on-lot water and sewage disposal) | 50,000 square feet (11) | 125 | 150 | 35 | 75 | 30(1) | 50 | 70 | |
(w/public water and sewer facility) | 30,000 square feet (11) | 75 | 100 | 35 | 50 | 20(2) | 40 | 60 | |
Single-family Detached Cluster (Single-family Cluster) | 9,000 square feet | 45 | 50 | 35 | 30 | 15 | 30 | 35 | |
Performance subdivision and Elderly Housing | 6,500 square feet | 55 | 55 | 35 | 15 | 5 | 30 | 10 | |
(Village House) | |||||||||
(Single-family Detached) | 9,000 square feet | 45 | 50 | 35 | 30 | 15 | 30 | 35 | |
(Atrium House) | 2,500 square feet | 40 | 40 | 35 | 20(10) | 10(4) | — | 25 | |
(Twin House) | 4,500 square feet | 50 | 50 | 35 | 25(10) | 10(3) | 25 | 25 | |
(Town House) | 2,500 square feet | 22(5) | 22(5) | 35 | 20(10) | 10(4) | 30 | 30 | |
(Multiplex) | 2,650 square feet(6) | 40 | 45 | 35 | 25(10) | 10 | 25 | 25 | |
(Garden Apartment) | 2,000 square feet(7) | — | 500 | 35 | 100 | 50 | 50 | 50 | |
Mobile Home Park | |||||||||
(Single-wide less than 61 feet) | 4,800 square feet | 45 | 50 | 35 | 20 | 5 | 10 | 30 | |
(Single-wide greater than 61 feet) | 5,250 square feet | 45 | 50 | 35 | 25 | 5 | 10 | 30 | |
(Double-wide) | 5,800 square feet | 60 | 65 | 35 | 25 | 5 | 10 | 30 | |
Other Uses | 2 acres (9) | — | 200 | 35 | 100 | 50 | 50 | — | |
Footnotes: | |
|---|---|
(1) | Aggregate side yards shall be a minimum of 70 feet. |
(2) | Aggregate side yards shall be a minimum of 50 feet. |
(3) | Only one side yard shall be required. |
(4) | At the ends of semi-detached and attached buildings. |
(5) | Provided the average lot width shall be a minimum of 24 feet. |
(6) | Equals the minimum lot area per dwelling unit; provided the minimum lot area per building shall be 9,000 square feet. |
(7) | Equals the minimum lot area per dwelling unit. |
(8) | (Reserved) |
(9) | Or greater as required for each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
(10) | Where the required off-street parking is provided at the rear of the unit, the minimum front yard may be reduced to 10 feet. |
(11) | Bed and Breakfast Minimum Lot Area shall be 50,000 square feet for the first two guest rooms, plus 1/2 acre for each additional guest room. |
§ 406 VR-1 Village Residential/Low Density Districts.
[Amended effective 4/1/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-03, § 1; adopted 3/27/2002. Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-1, Article IV, adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-13, § 1.H; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 8/28/2004 by JMZO Ord. 2004-14, § 05; adopted 8/23/2004. Amended effective 10/2/2006 by JMZO Ord. 2006-09, §§ II - IV; adopted 9/27/2006. Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007; adopted 6/18/2007.]
In VR-1 Village Residential/Low Density Districts, the following regulations shall apply:
Use Regulations. A building may be erected or altered, to be used either in whole or in part, and a lot may be used or occupied for any of the following uses, and no other, provided that such uses shall comply with such regulations as yard, lot size, lot width, building area and height, impervious surfaces, easements, buffer yards, off-street parking, and other provisions as are specified in other Articles herein.
Uses by Right. Any of the following uses shall be permitted, provided the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance have also been met:
Single-family Detached Dwelling, use B-1.
Forestry, use A-3.
Recreational Facility, use C-5.
(Reserved)
Residential Accessory Structure, use H-3.
Temporary Structure, use H-7.
Swimming Pool, use H-8.
Microwave Antenna for Television Receiving only Satellite Earth Stations, use H-12.
Home Occupation or Accessory Office, use H-1.
No-Impact Home-Based Business, use H-2.
Use H-19, Accessory Solar Energy Equipment.
[Added effective 6/9/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-02, adopted 6/4/2013.]
Use H-20, Accessory Outdoor Wood-Fired Boilers.
[Added effective 4/11/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-03, adopted 4/6/2013.]
Use H-15.A, Roadside Stands.
[Added effective 7/27/2014 by JMZO Ord. 2014-01, adopted 7/23/2014.]
Accessory Vehicle Charging Stations-Private Use, H-21A.
[Added effective 7/21/2025 by JMZO Ord. No. 2022-02, adopted 7/21/2025.]
Uses by Conditional Approval. Any of the following uses shall be permitted, provided the conditions for conditional use approval have been met in accordance with Article XIII, in addition to Article VIII, Use Regulations, of this Ordinance:
Uses by Special Exception. Any of the following uses shall be permitted as a special exception when authorized by the Local Zoning Hearing Board, subject to Article XV and the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance:
Residential Conversion, use B-16.
Place of Worship, use C-1.
(Reserved)
Private Club, use C-8. The applicant for this use as a special exception in the VR-1 Village Residential/Low Density District shall obtain the written consent of owners of all property in the residence district on the same street within 500 feet of the lot in question; and of all property in the residence district not on the same street within 300 feet of the lot in question.
(Reserved)
Hospital, use C-11.
Nursing Home, use C-12.
(Reserved)
Emergency Services, use F-2.
Signs shall be permitted in accordance with Article XI.
Table of Performance Regulations. All regulations must be met. These regulations may be less strict than other Performance Standards in Article IX, Environmental Performance Standards, but the strictest regulations shall govern. The minimum lot area set forth below is required per dwelling unit unless a greater minimum lot area is required for a specific use in Article VIII of this Ordinance.
Maximum Gross Density (DU/AC) | Minimum Open Space Ratio | Maximum Impervi-ous Surface Ratio | Minimum Gross Site Area (square feet) | Minimum Lot Area (square feet) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VR-1 Village Residential Low Density | |||||
Single-family Detached | — | — | 0.18(3) | 30,000 | 30,000 |
Residential Conversion | — | — | 0.18(3) | 30,000 | 30,000(1) |
All Other Uses | — | — | 0.18(3) | 30,000 | 30,000(2) |
Footnotes: | |
|---|---|
(1) | Minimum lot area required per dwelling unit. |
(2) | Or greater as required by each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
(3) | Wrightstown Township Impervious Surface Ratio for Single-Family Detached, Residential Conversion and All Other Uses within the VR-1 District shall remain at .50 maximum impervious surface ratio. |
Table of Area and Dimensional Regulations. The following dimensional regulations shall apply:
Minimum Lot Width at Setback Line (feet) | Maximum Building Height (feet) | Minimum Yards (feet) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Front | Side (each) | Rear | |||
Single-family Detached | 100 | 35 | 40 | 15 | 30 |
Other uses | 100 | 35 | 40 | 15 | 30 |
Footnotes: | |
|---|---|
(1) | In blocks where a front yard greater than 35 feet has been established, the front yard shall not be less than the established front yards, except that no front yard greater than 50 feet shall be required. |
(2) | For corner lots, one of the front yards may be reduced to a depth of not less than 30 feet. |
§ 407 (Reserved)
[Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007; adopted 6/18/2007.]
§ 408 (Reserved)
[Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007; adopted 6/18/2007.]
§ 409 VR-4 Village Residential/Mixed Development Districts.
[Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-1, Article IV; adopted 11/20/2002. Amended effective 11/25/2002 by JMZO Ord. 2002-13, § 1.I; adopted 11/20/2002. Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007; adopted 6/18/2007.]
In VR-4 Village Residential/Mixed Development Districts, the following regulations shall apply:
Use Regulations. A building may be erected or altered, to be used either in whole or in part, and a lot may be used or occupied for any of the following uses, and no other, provided that such uses shall comply with such regulations as yard, lot size, lot width, building area and height, impervious surfaces, easements, buffer yards, off-street parking, and other provisions as are specified in other Articles herein.
Uses by Right. Any of the following uses shall be permitted, provided the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance have also been met:
Agriculture and Horticulture, use A-1.
Forestry, use A-3.
Single-family Detached, use B-1.
Single-family Detached Cluster, use B-12.
Library or Museum, use C-4.
Recreational Facility, use C-5.
Municipal Building, use C-14.
Residential Accessory Structure, use H-3.
Temporary Structure, use H-7.
Swimming Pool, use H-8.
Microwave Antenna for Television Receiving only Satellite Earth Stations, use H-12.
No-Impact Home-Based Business.
Use H-19, Accessory Solar Energy Equipment.
[Added effective 6/9/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-02, adopted 6/4/2013.]
Use H-20, Accessory Outdoor Wood-Fired Boilers.
[Added effective 4/11/2013 by JMZO Ord. 2013-03, adopted 4/6/2013.]
Use H-15.A, Roadside Stands.
[Added effective 7/27/2014 by JMZO Ord. 2014-01, adopted 7/23/2014.]
Accessory Vehicle Charging Stations-Private Use, H-21A.
[Added effective 7/21/2025, by JMZO Ord. No. 2022-02, adopted 7/21/2025.]
Accessory Electric Vehicle Charging Stations-Public Use, H-21B.
[Added effective 7/21/2025 by JMZO Ord. No. 2022-02, adopted 7/21/2025.]
Uses by Conditional Approval. Any of the following uses shall be considered permitted, provided the conditions for conditional use approval have been met in accordance with Article XIII, in addition to Article VIII, Use Regulations, of this Ordinance:
Place of Worship, use C-1.
School, use C-2.
Commercial School, use C-3.
Golf Course, use C-7.
Private Club, use C-8.
Community Center, use C-9.
Child Care Facility, use C-10.
Nursing Home, use C-12.
Office, use D-1.
Medical Office, use D-2.
(Reserved)
Retail Shop, use E-1.
Service Business, use E-3.
Financial Establishment, use E-4.
Eating Place, use E-5.
Repair Shop, use E-7.
Commercial Conversion, use E-16.
Tavern, use E-17.
Funeral Home, use E-19.
Utility Office, use F-4.
Home Occupation, use H-1.
Accessory Office, use H-2.
Boarding, use H-4.
Dwelling in Combination with a Business, use H-10.
Bed and Breakfast, use H-11.
Communications Antenna, use I-1.
Communications Equipment Building, use 1-2.
Uses by Special Exception. Any of the following uses shall be permitted as a special exception when authorized by the Local Zoning Hearing Board, subject to Article XV and the Use Regulations, Article VIII, of this Ordinance:
Signs shall be permitted in accordance with Article XI.
Table of Performance Regulations. All regulations must be met. These regulations may be less strict than other performance standards in Article IX, Environmental Performance Standards, regulations shall govern.
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Maximum Gross Density (DU/AC) | Minimum Open Space Ratio | Maximum Impervious Surface Ratio | Minimum Gross Site Area (square feet) | Minimum Lot Area (square feet) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VR-4 Village Residential Mixed Development | |||||
Single-family Detached | — | — | 0.18 | 30,000 | 30,000 |
Single-family Detached Cluster | 0.82 | 0.30 | 0.19 | 2 acres | 20,000 |
Other Uses | — | 0.35 | 30,000 | 30,000 (1) |
Footnotes: | |
|---|---|
(1) | Or greater as required by each specific use in Article VIII herein. |
Table of Area and Dimensional Regulations.
[Amended effective 9/23/2018 by JMZO Ord. No. 2017-04, adopted 9/18/2018.]
Minimum Lot Area | Minimum Lot Width at Building Setback Line (feet) | Maximum Building Height (1) (feet) | Minimum Yards (feet) | Minimum Distance Between Buildings (feet) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Front | Side (each) | Rear | ||||||
Single-family Detached | 30,000 | 110 | 35 | 60 | 40 | 50 | — | |
Single-family Cluster | 20,000 | 100 | 35 | 60 | 20 | 50 | — | |
Other Uses | 30,000 (2) | 110 | 35 | 60 | 40 | 50 | — | |
Footnotes: | |
|---|---|
(1) | A maximum of three stories shall be permitted. |
(2) | Or greater as required for each specific use in Article VIII, herein. |
§ 410 (Reserved)
[Readopted effective 6/23/2007 by JMZO Ord. 2007, adopted 6/18/2007.]