Oxford City Zoning Code

CHAPTER 1143

1143.01 R-1A SINGLE-FAMILY LOW-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is intended to provide areas for low-density single-family residential development, generally located within the outlying areas of the City. Such development would be located and designed to protect and enhance the open space character of selected areas within the City.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

C. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1141.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF’s).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Open space recreation areas that are privately or publicly owned, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, or wildlife preserves.

F. Cemeteries.

G. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

H. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

I. Places of worship.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area 15,000 sq. feet

B. Minimum lot width 90 feet

C. Minimum lot frontage 90 feet (not applicable to cul-de-sac lots)

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 30 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth 40 feet

C. Minimum side yard width 10 feet on each side

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lots with vehicular access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 35 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 25 percent of front yard

B. Lots with vehicular access from a rear or side alley, and no access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 40 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 15 percent of front yard

(d) Alley Development. Any new construction, addition, or alteration which is proposed on a lot/parcel having frontage exclusively on one or more public alleys shall be subject to the additional alley development provisions as set forth in Section 1141.03(j).

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.02 R-1B SINGLE-FAMILY MEDIUM-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is designed to provide and preserve single family residential development of a moderately low density character within and adjacent to areas of similar development.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

C. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF’s).

B. Shared Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Open space recreation areas that are privately or publicly owned, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, or wildlife preserves.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area 7,500 sq. feet

B. Minimum lot width 65 feet

C. Minimum lot frontage 65 feet (not applicable to cul-de-sac lots)

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 30 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth 35 feet

C. Minimum side yard width 8 feet on each side

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lots with vehicular access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 35 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 25 percent of front yard

B. Lots with vehicular access from a rear or side alley, and no access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 40 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 15 percent of front yard

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.03 R-1MS SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL MILE-SQUARE DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is designed to preserve and encourage a single-family residential environment in an urban environment while maintaining the historic form and character of development within the Mile Square district.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

C. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1141.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Publicly owned and operated neighborhood recreation centers.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

Any parcel, property or structure that is within the Historic District Overlay shall also consult the current design guidelines of the Historical Architectural Preservation Commission and Chapter 1331 of the Oxford Codified Ordinance and shall follow the procedures for approval contained therein.

(d) Mile Square Design Standards.

(1) Purpose and Applicability.

A. The purpose of the Mile Square Design Standards is to establish design standards for all new, expanded, or renovated buildings so they are part of the urban form and character of the Mile Square District. These standards are not intended to dictate any specific architectural style or design but rather are intended to allow imaginative design that is respectful to surrounding properties and the overall district.. The Mile Square Design Standards are intended to provide predictable requirements while also allowing for flexibility in design.

B. The design of all new construction and exterior alteration or renovation in the R-1-MS District shall conform to the following requirements.

(2) Front Façade.

A. All development shall be located parallel to the associated public street with the main entry door designed to face onto the associated public street unless an alternative orientation is consistent with the majority of homes along the same block face.

Example of residential development that is oriented toward the primary street.

(3) Foundations.

A. Any new construction, including expansions, shall not include exposed concrete block or poured concrete foundations of more than two (2) feet in height, unless parged or covered by a historically appropriate facing treatment (e.g. stucco).

(4) Siding.

A. Brick, stone, authentic stucco, or material replicating stone veneer are permitted building materials in all residential districts.

B. Decorative, wood shingles are an acceptable treatment for the residential structures in the Mile Square Residential Districts.

C. The use of cementious siding materials (e.g., Hardiplank) or engineered wood that resembles traditional wood siding treatments is permitted.

D. The use of aluminum or vinyl siding for residential structures within the Mile Square is strongly discouraged.

E. Plank siding treatments shall be horizontally oriented. Vertical planking may be allowed in a 90 degree board and batten treatment.

F. Brick or masonry that has not previously been painted shall not be painted unless the painting of brick or masonry is consistent with the architectural style or era of the building.

G. All wood siding materials shall be painted.

H. Any additions or expansions of an existing building shall also comply with Section 1141.03(h) (Residential Building Additions).

(5) Roofs.

A. Flat roofs are prohibited for residential buildings except for small areas on a rear roof that are used and sized for the placement of roof-mounted mechanical systems.

B. Roof pitches for residential structures must be steep. A minimum pitch ratio of 6 to 12 is required with the exception of porch roofs that should have a minimum pitch ratio of 4 to 12.

C. Decorative cornices and parapets are encouraged.

D. The addition of antennae, satellite dishes, and skylights should be placed on the rear of the building, roof, or on a non-visible accessory building to the maximum extent feasible.

(6) Doors.

A. Doors shall be made of wood or be a "wood appearing" design (e.g. a steel door with panels).

B. All doors shall be constructed to be exterior doors. The use of an indoor door on the exterior of the building is prohibited.

(7) Windows.

A. Windows must be proportionally vertical when practical. Examples of instances where windows are not required to be vertical include kitchens and basements. For purposes of applying this provision, the vertical proportion is required only for each individual window frame; a horizontal row of vertical windows is acceptable.

B. Reflective glass (such as blue or gold tinted glass) is prohibited.

C. Skylights can be added to increase the availability of natural light. These must generally be flat and unobtrusive (especially from any public ways). They shall not be located on the front side of the roof slope facing the street.

(8) Porches, Stoops, and Decks.

A. New residential structures are encouraged to include porches and stoops as design elements, which serve to enhance the physical and social components of the neighborhood.

B. All porches, stoops and decks shall comply with the provisions set forth in Chapter 1141.

C. Porches and stoops are permitted in any yard, however stoops may not exceed twenty five (25) square feet in front yards.

D. Decks shall only be permitted in rear yards, with the exception of corner lots having frontage on two public streets, in which case a deck may be installed in the side yard so long as it is set back at least 10 feet from the front façade of the building.

E. The use of treated or untreated lumber that is not painted shall be prohibited for use on the front or side façades.

F. The table below outlines the standards defining the differences and distinctions between porches, stoops and decks consistent with definitions as provided in Chapter 1159. The standards in this table shall not preclude any other applicable provisions of this Zoning Code which are more restrictive in terms of location, size, material, etc. Standards Porch Stoop Deck

(9) Garages & Accessory Buildings.

A. Street facing garages shall not comprise more than 50 percent of the ground floor building frontage. Any garage with more than two (2) car parking capacity should not directly face onto any street. The garage with more than two parking bays should have the side wall facing the street (i.e., side loading garage). All garage doors shall be compatible with the dwelling style and colors.

B. The front façade of any garage facing on to the street shall be set back a distance equal to or more than the front façade of the remainder of the principal building.

C. To the maximum extent feasible, a detached garage be accessed from the alley if alleys are available for vehicular traffic.

D. The architectural style and materials of any accessory building should generally be compatible with the principal building as should the roof type and roof slope. Roofs for any accessory building shall be subject to the same standards as for principal structures pursuant to Subsection (5) above.

(10) Fences & Gates.

A. Chain link fences are prohibited.

B. When fencing is to be used, traditional fence forms, such as picket fences and plain board fences, shall be utilized and shall comply with the fencing height restrictions of Section 1141.01.

C. Fencing shall only be constructed of wood, wrought iron, decorative metal fencing, or fencing material that resembles wood materials.

(11) Chimneys.

A. Where a building is designed with chimneys or where a chimney is to be added to an existing structure, brick or stone are the preferred materials. Other siding may be allowed if the entire building is sided in similar materials.

(12) Shutters.

A. Shutters do not have to be operable. However, when present they must appear to be functional and they must be proportionally equal to the adjacent window opening.

The shutters on the left window are appropriately shaped and sized for the related window even if they are not operable. The replacement shutters on the right are not appropriate due to the length and shape that do not correlate to the related window.

(13) Driveways & Parking Lots.

A. Individual curb cuts for driveways are strongly discouraged. No curb cuts are allowed if an alley is present. Alleys must be utilized as much as possible to provide automobile access.

(14) Landscaping.

A. Landscaping of the site shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1148.

(e) Alley Development. Any new construction, addition, or alteration which is proposed on a lot/parcel having frontage exclusively on one or more public alleys shall be subject to the additional alley development provisions as set forth in Section 1141.03(j).

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.04 R-2A SINGLE- AND TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is designed to provide and preserve neighborhoods of smaller single-family residences within and adjacent to areas of similar development. This district also provides for a limited number of two-family residences.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Two-family dwellings.

C. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

D. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF’s).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Private and publicly owned commercial and noncommercial recreational areas, uses and facilities of an open space nature, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, wildlife preserves, etc.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

1-family 2-family

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area 6,000 sq. ft 7,500 sq. ft.

B. Minimum lot width 60 feet 75 feet

C. Minimum lot frontage 60 feet 75 feet

(lot frontage requirements not applicable to cul-de-sac lots)

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 30 feet 30 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth 30 feet 30 feet

C. Minimum side yard width 7.5 feet 7.5 feet

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet 35 feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lots with vehicular access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 35 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 25 percent of front yard

B. Lots with vehicular access from a rear or side alley, and no access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 40 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 15 percent of front yard

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.05 R-2MS SINGLE- AND TWO-FAMILY MILE SQUARE RESIDENTIAL

(a) Purpose. This district is designed to preserve and encourage a mix of single-family and two-family dwellings within an urban environment at densities that reflect Oxford's historic development pattern within the Mile Square District.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Two-family dwellings.

C. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

D. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

I. Fraternity and sorority houses.

J. Parking lots.

(d) Mile Square Design Standards.

(1) Purpose and Applicability.

B. The design of all new construction and exterior alteration or renovation in the R2-MS District shall conform to the following requirements.

(2) Front Façade.

Example of residential development that is oriented toward the primary street.

(3) Foundations.

(4) Siding.

A. Brick, stone, authentic stucco, or material replicating stone veneer are permitted building materials in all residential districts.

B. Decorative, wood shingles are an acceptable treatment for the residential structures in the Mile Square Residential Districts.

C. The use of cementious siding materials (e.g., Hardiplank) or engineered wood that resembles traditional wood siding treatments is permitted.

D. The use of aluminum or vinyl siding for residential structures within the Mile Square is strongly discouraged.

E. Plank siding treatments shall be horizontally oriented. Vertical planking may be allowed in a 90 degree board and batten treatment.

F. Brick or masonry that has not previously been painted shall not be painted unless the painting of brick or masonry is consistent with the architectural style or era of the building.

G. All wood siding materials shall be painted.

H. Any additions or expansions of an existing building shall also comply with Section 1141.03(h) (Residential Building Additions).

(5) Roofs.

A. Flat roofs are prohibited for residential buildings except for small areas on a rear roof that are used and sized for the placement of roof-mounted mechanical systems.

B. Roof pitches for residential structures must be steep. A minimum pitch ratio of 6 to 12 is required with the exception of porch roofs that should have a minimum pitch ratio of 4 to 12.

C. Decorative cornices and parapets are encouraged.

D. The addition of antennae, satellite dishes, and skylights should be placed on the rear of the building, roof, or on a non-visible accessory building to the maximum extent feasible.

(6) Doors.

A. Doors shall be made of wood or be a "wood appearing" design (e.g. a steel door with panels).

B. All doors shall be constructed to be exterior doors. The use of an indoor door on the exterior of the building is prohibited.

(7) Windows.

B. Reflective glass (such as blue or gold tinted glass) is prohibited.

(8) Porches, Stoops and Decks.

A. New residential structures are encouraged to include porches and stoops as design elements, which serve to enhance the physical and social components of the neighborhood.

B. All porches, stoops and decks shall comply with the provisions set forth in Chapter 1141.

C. Porches and stoops are permitted in any yard, however stoops may not exceed twenty five (25) square feet in front yards.

E. The use of treated or untreated lumber that is not painted shall be prohibited for use on the front or side façades.

Standards	Porch	Stoop	Deck
Allowable Yards	Any	Any	Only Rear Yards, except per (D) above
Maximum Size	No Max	No max, except in front yards max is 25 sq. ft.	No max
Roof	Roof required	Roof allowed	Roof not allowed
Material	Any	Any Though typically concrete or masonry	Any though typically wood

(9) Garages & Accessory Buildings.

B. The front façade of any garage facing on to the street shall be set back a distance equal to or more than the front façade of the remainder of the principal building.

C. To the maximum extent feasible, a detached garage be accessed from the alley if alleys are available for vehicular traffic.

(10) Fences & Gates.

A. Chain link fences are prohibited.

B. When fencing is to be used, traditional fence forms, such as picket fences and plain board fences, shall be utilized and shall comply with the fencing height restrictions of Section 1141.01.

C. Fencing shall only be constructed of wood, wrought iron, decorative metal fencing, or fencing material that resembles wood materials.

(11) Chimneys.

(12) Shutters.

A. Shutters do not have to be operable. However, when present they must appear to be functional and they must be proportionally equal to the adjacent window opening.

(13) Driveways & Parking Lots.

A. Individual curb cuts for driveways are strongly discouraged. No curb cuts are allowed if an alley is present. Alleys must be utilized as much as possible to provide automobile access.

(14) Landscaping.

A. Landscaping of the site shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1148.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.06 R-3 MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This zone is intended to accommodate multi-family structures suited to the lifestyles of individuals and families, generally located in areas adjacent to major thoroughfares and commercial areas.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Two-family dwellings.

C. Multi-family dwellings.

D. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

E. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Open space recreation areas that are privately or publicly owned, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, or wildlife preserves.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

I. Nursing homes for convalescent patients.

J. Professional Offices.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area

1. One-family dwelling 6,000 sq. feet

2. Two-family dwelling 7,500 sq. feet

3. Three-family dwelling and up 9,000 sq. feet

B. Maximum Residential Density – Occupancy shall be limited to one person per 450 square feet of lot area for multi-family dwelling use.

C. Minimum Lot Width/Frontage

1. One-family dwelling 60 feet

2. Two-family dwelling 75 feet

3. Three-family dwelling 90 feet

4. Four-family dwelling 100 feet

5. Five to 24-family dwelling 120 feet

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 30 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth

1. One, two, and three-family dwelling 35 feet

2. Four-family dwelling 40 feet

3. Five to 24-family dwelling 45 feet

C. Minimum side yard width on each side

1. One- and two-family dwelling 7.5 feet

2. Three to 24-family dwelling 15 feet

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet

B. Number of Principal Buildings Per Lot or Development Site.

The project shall follow the Planned Development process in Chapter 1145 in order to permit more than one principal building per lot.

C. Minimum floor area per dwelling unit in multi-family dwellings

1. Efficiency 400 sq. feet

2. One-Bedroom 600 sq. feet

3. Two-Bedroom 800 sq. feet

4. Three-Bedroom 1,000 sq. feet

5. Four-bedroom 1,200 sq. feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lot total 50 percent

a. Stormwater Reduction Incentive. Lot coverage up to 70% may be allowed if the stormwater management plan reduces projected runoff rate more than required. For every one percent reduction in the rate of stormwater runoff, the allowable lot coverage may be increased by one percent, up to 70% maximum lot coverage.

B. Front yard 25 percent of front yard.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.065 R-4 MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This zone is intended to accommodate multi-family structures suited to the lifestyles of individuals and families, generally located in the outlying areas adjacent to major thoroughfares and commercial areas.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Two-family dwellings.

C. Multi-family dwellings.

D. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

E. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Open space recreation areas that are privately or publicly owned, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, or wildlife preserves.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

I. Nursing homes for convalescent patients.

J. Professional Offices.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area

1. One-family dwelling 6,000 sq. feet

2. Two-family dwelling 7,500 sq. feet

3. Three and Four-family dwelling 9,000 sq. feet

4. Five-family dwelling and up 2,000 sq. feet per unit

B. Minimum Lot Width/Frontage

1. One-family dwelling 60 feet

2. Two-family dwelling 75 feet

3. Three and Four-family dwelling 100 feet

4. Five-family dwelling and up 120 feet

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 30 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth

1. One, two, and three-family dwelling 35 feet

2. Four-family dwelling 40 feet

3. Five-family dwelling and up 45 feet

C. Minimum side yard width on each side

1. One- and two-family dwelling 7.5 feet

2. Three-family dwelling and up 15 feet

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet

B. Number of Principal Buildings Per Lot or Development Site.

The project shall follow the Planned Development process in Chapter 1145 in order to permit more than one principal building per lot.

C. Minimum floor area per dwelling unit in multi-family dwellings

1. Efficiency 400 sq. feet

2. One-Bedroom 600 sq. feet

3. Two-Bedroom 800 sq. feet

4. Three-Bedroom 1,000 sq. feet

5. Four-bedroom 1,200 sq. feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lot total 35 percent

a. Stormwater Reduction Incentive. Lot coverage up to 50% may be allowed if the stormwater management plan reduces projected runoff rate more than required. For every one percent reduction in the rate of stormwater runoff, the allowable lot coverage may be increased by one percent, up to 50% maximum lot coverage.

B. Front yard 25 percent of front yard.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.07 R3MS SINGLE, TWO AND THREE-FAMILY MILE-SQUARE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. The purpose of this district is to preserve and encourage a mix of single-family, two-family, and three-family dwellings in an urban environment while maintaining the urban form of development within the Mile-Square District. Furthermore, it is the intent of this district to be located in areas that are in close proximity to commercial services, public institutions, and adequate infrastructure to serve the residents within this district.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings

B. Two-family dwellings

C. Three-family dwellings

D. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

E. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1141.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Publicly owned and operated neighborhood recreation centers.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Fraternity and sorority houses.

I. Places of worship.

J. Parking lots.

K. Accessory dwelling units

Any parcel, property or structure that is within the Historic District Overlay shall also consult the current design guidelines of the Historical Architectural Preservation Commission and Chapter 1331 of the Oxford Codified Ordinances and shall follow the procedures for approval contained therein.

(d) Mile Square Design Standards.

(1) Purpose and Applicability.

B. The design of all new construction and exterior alteration or renovation in the R3-MS District shall conform to the following requirements.

(2) Front Façade.

(3) Foundations.

(4) Siding.

A. Brick, stone, authentic stucco, or material replicating stone Veneer are permitted building materials in all residential districts.

B. Decorative, wood shingles are an acceptable treatment for the residential structures in the Mile Square Residential Districts.

C. The use of cementitious siding materials (e.g., Hardiplank) or engineered wood that resembles wood siding treatments is permitted.

D. The use of aluminum or vinyl siding for residential structures within the Mile Square is strongly discouraged.

E. Plank siding treatments shall be horizontally oriented. Vertical planking may be allowed in a 90 degree board and batten treatment.

F. Brick or masonry that has not previously been painted shall not be painted unless the painting of brick or masonry is consistent with the architectural style or era of the building.

G. All wood siding materials shall be painted.

H. Any additions or expansions of an existing building shall also comply with Section 1141.03(h) (Residential Building Additions).

(5) Roofs.

A. Flat roofs are prohibited for residential buildings except for small areas on a rear roof that are used and sized for the placement of roof-mounted mechanical systems.

B. Roof pitches for residential structures must be steep. A minimum pitch ratio of 6 to 12 is required with the exception of porch roofs that should have a minimum pitch ratio of 4 to 12.

C. Decorative cornices and parapets are encouraged.

D. The addition of antennae, satellite dishes, and skylights should be placed on the rear of the building, roof, or on a non-visible accessory building to the maximum extent feasible

(6) Doors.

A. Doors shall be made of wood or "wood appearing" types of material.

B. All doors shall be constructed to be exterior doors. The use of an indoor door on the exterior of the building is prohibited.

(7) Windows.

A. Windows must be proportionally vertical where practical. Examples of instances where windows are not required to be vertical include kitchens and basements. For purposes of applying this provision, the vertical proportion is required only for each individual window frame; a horizontal row of vertical windows is acceptable.

B. Reflective glass (such as blue or gold tinted glass) is prohibited.

(8) Porches, Stoops and Decks.

A. New residential structures are encouraged to include porches and stoops as design elements, which serve to enhance the physical and social components of the neighborhood.

B. All porches, stoops and decks shall comply with the provisions set forth in Chapter 1141.

C. Porches and stoops are permitted in any yard, however stoops may not exceed twenty five (25) square feet in front yards.

D. Decks shall only be permitted rear yards, with the exception of corner lots having frontage on two public streets, in which case a deck may be installed in the side yard so long as it is set back at least 10 feet from the front façade of the building.

E. The use of treated or untreated lumber that is not painted shall be prohibited for use on the front or side façades.

Standards	Porch	Stoop	Deck
Allowable Yards	Any	Any	Only Rear Yards, except per (D) above
Maximum Size	No Max	No max, except in front yards max is 25 sq. ft.	No max
Roof	Roof required	Roof allowed	Roof not allowed
Material	Any	Any Though typically concrete or masonry	Any though typically wood

(9) Garages & Accessory buildings.

B. The front façade of any garage facing on to the street shall be set back a distance equal to or more than the front façade of the remainder of the principal building.

C. To the maximum extent feasible, a detached garage shall be accessed from the alley if alleys are available for vehicular traffic.

D. The architectural style and materials of any accessory building generally shall be compatible with the principal building as should the roof type and roof slope. Roofs for any accessory building shall be subject to the same standards as for principal structures pursuant to Subsection (5) above.

(10) Fences & Gates.

A. Chain link fences are prohibited.

B. When fencing is to be used, traditional fence forms, such as picket fences and plain board fences, shall be utilized and shall comply with the fencing height restrictions of Section 1141.01.

C. Fencing shall only be constructed of wood, wrought iron, decorative metal fencing, or fencing material that resembles wood materials

(11) Chimneys.

(12) Shutters.

A. Shutters do not have to be operable. However, when present they must appear to be functional and they must be proportionally equal to the adjacent window opening.

(13) Driveways & Parking Lots.

A. Individual curb cuts for driveways are strongly discouraged. No curb cuts are allowed if an alley is present. Alleys must be utilized as much as possible to provide automobile access.

(14) Landscaping.

A. Landscaping of the site shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1148.

(15) Architectural Features for Three-Family Dwellings.

A. At least three of the following design features shall be provided on the front façade of each dwelling unit with frontage on a public street.

1. One or more dormer windows or cupolas;

2. A recessed entrance;

3. A covered porch or balcony;

4. Pillars, posts, or pilasters;

5. One or more bay windows with a minimum of 12 inch projection from the façade plane;

6. A parapet wall with an articulated design, which entails design variation rather than a simple rectilinear form; or

7. Multiple windows with a minimum of four inch wide trim.

B. To the maximum extent practicable, all roof vents, pipes, antennas, satellite dishes, and other roof penetrations and equipment (except chimneys) shall be located on the rear elevations or configured to have a minimal visual impact as seen from the street.

Illustrative example of acceptable architectural design for multi-family dwellings

Illustrative example of unacceptable architectural design for multi-family dwellings

(16) Accessory Dwelling Units. In addition to the standards applicable to all conditional use reviews, any new accessory dwelling unit shall be subject to the following standards:

A. An accessory dwelling unit may be in a stand-alone structure or may be located above a garage.

B. In no case shall there be more than three dwelling units on any single lot, including any approved accessory dwelling unit.

C. Accessory dwelling units shall only be allowed on lots with a area of 5,000 square feet.

D. The maximum square footage of an accessory dwelling unit shall not exceed 1000 square feet or 50% of the footprint of the principal structure whichever is smaller, unless approved by the Planning Commission and City Council.

E. The accessory dwelling unit shall be located in the rear yard.

F. The accessory dwelling unit shall be designed to be smaller in mass, height, and square footage than the principal dwelling.

G. The accessory dwelling unit structure shall be subject to the accessory building design guidelines of this section.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.08 R-MH PLANNED MOBILE HOME AND MANUFACTURED HOME RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is intended to permit the development of Mobile and Manufactured Home Parks while maintaining a reasonable population density and by providing for the unique requirements for this type of development. The provisions of this district are established to assure that the site design and arrangement in relation to other areas together with the provision of associated facilities result in an attractive, orderly and efficient residential environment of sustained desirability in harmony with adjacent areas.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Mobile home parks.

1. Mobile homes (not self-propelled vehicles) as defined in the Ohio Revised Code.

2. Manufactured Homes as defined in the Ohio Revised Code.

(2) Accessory uses.

A. Coin-operated laundry, laundry and dry cleaning pick-up stations for use of tenants only. No external sign shall be permitted.

B. Other accessory uses, buildings or structures customarily incidental to the aforesaid use.

C. On-site Manufactured Home Sales. The sale of manufactured homes within a mobile/manufactured home park or subdivision shall be a Conditional Use having one-year duration. Said use shall be reviewed at the end of the first year for possible extension for an additional year in total representing a maximum two-year duration. Such sales areas shall be well screened from the residential section of the park or subdivision and shall be located at the periphery of the site. All signs used for advertising shall be unobtrusive to the surrounding property.

D. Neighborhood commercial facilities. In mobile home parks of 50 acres or more, neighborhood commercial facilities such as markets, barbers, beauty shops, or doctor’s offices, may be planned in conjunction with a mobile home park but may not be physically occupied until the park is 75 percent occupied by residents.

(1) Minimum floor area. Individual mobile/manufactured homes located within the district shall have a minimum floor area of 600 square feet.

(2) Area requirements. Each mobile/manufactured home park shall have a minimum gross site area of not less than 20 acres.

(3) Density requirements. Gross density for a mobile/manufactured home park shall not exceed five dwelling units per acre.

(4) Minimum lot size. The minimum lot size within mobile/manufactured home parks or subdivision shall be determined by the size of the residential unit occupied lot area, ratios, building setback and separation, and parking requirements.

(5) Occupied lot area ratio. A mobile or manufactured home shall not occupy an area in excess of one-third of its respective lot area. The total occupied area of a mobile or manufactured home and its accessory buildings on a lot shall not exceed two-thirds of the lot area.

(6) Utilities.

A. Each mobile/manufactured home park shall be served by public water and sewer systems.

B. In each mobile/manufactured home park all wires, cables and lines providing telecommunication, including cable television, and electric utility services and connections of such utility systems to buildings and light poles in such parks, shall be located underground.

C. Mobile/manufactured home parks shall meet all pertinent requirements of the Ohio Department of Health District and the Butler County Health Department.

(7) Landscaping.

A. Trees of at least two inch caliper shall be installed on both sides of all streets within the mobile/manufactured home park at a maximum spacing of 50 feet between trees.

(8) Setback requirements. The following setback requirements for all mobile or manufactured homes located in a mobile/manufactured home park shall apply:

A. From all perimeter lot lines: see Perimeter Requirements.

B. From any mobile or manufactured home located in the mobile home park: 20 feet, however, end-to-end clearance may be reduced to ten feet.

C. From any community building: 50 feet.

D. From any public or private street located within the park: 20 feet.

(9) Perimeter requirements. A perimeter setback with respective screening requirements shall be provided which is adequate to protect the residential use in the development and, in any case, shall not be less than the following:

A. Where the adjoining land use (existing or permitted) is of similar or higher density use or is a collector street, a distance of 30 feet containing a 90 percent, visually solid, year-round landscaped buffer six feet in height.

B. Where the adjoining land use is an arterial street, a residential use of lower density, or a nonresidential use, protection shall be provided by providing a distance of 40 feet containing berms, walls, solid or louvered fencing, open fencing with appropriate planning, or a visually solid, year-round landscaped buffer six feet in height.

C. The Planning Commission may waive all or part of the perimeter landscaping requirements if, due to the nature of the existing typography or other existing conditions, if the Planning Commission finds it is unreasonable to require a wall, fence or screen.

(10) Required open space. A minimum of 10 percent of the gross site area shall be set aside and reserved for usable open space. Said open space shall be in one or more parcels, not less than one acre each. The minimum dimension of said open space shall be 200 feet in any direction. For the purposes of this section, “Usable Open Space” shall be construed to mean parks, common open areas, and areas containing a combination of community service buildings (clubhouses, swimming pools, etc.) and outdoor recreation areas.

(11) Access. Each mobile/manufactured home park shall have direct access to a collector or arterial thoroughfare.

(12) Private streets. A mobile/manufactured home park shall have an entrance drive from a public street, and access to individual units shall be from private paved drives within the site. A paved walk shall be located along at least one side of each drive. The width and design of the entrance drive and access drives shall be adequate to accommodate fire protection vehicles and equipment as determined upon review by the Planning Commission and the City Council. The following are minimum pavement widths:

28 feet One-way traffic with parking

20 feet One-way traffic, no parking

36 feet Two-way traffic with parking

28 feet Two-way traffic, no parking

(d) Parking Requirements. Two paved, off-street parking spaces having a minimum area of 180 square feet each shall be provided for each mobile/manufactured home site. Said parking space shall be located either on the home site, behind the front setback area, or in a common parking area within the mobile/manufactured home park.

(e) Signs. Signs within the mobile/manufactured home development shall be limited to an identification sign containing the name of the park not to exceed 32 square feet, a name plate attached to each home, which is no larger than one square foot, directional signs indicating the location of utility buildings, including management office, parking and common recreation area, traffic control signs.

(f) Miscellaneous Requirements.

(1) Lighting: Appropriate lighting shall be provided along interior roadways and walkways. All lights shall be so positioned and shaded to avoid a glare on adjoining properties.

(2) Drainage: Each mobile/manufactured home space shall be so constructed to provide adequate storm water drainage from ramps, patios, and all walls and foundations of the home to the roadway.

(3) Fuel Supply: Where fuel is stored in outdoor storage tanks, they shall be supported by a concrete base and screened from view of surrounding home spaces and the street.

(4) Enclosed Undercarriage: All mobile homes located in the mobile/manufactured home parks shall be enclosed from the bottom of the structure to the ground.

(5) Stand: Each mobile home site shall be provided with a stand consisting of a solid concrete slab or two concrete ribbons of a thickness and size adequate to support the maximum anticipated loads during all seasons. Where concrete ribbons are used, the area between the ribbons shall be filled with layer of crushed rock.

(6) Foundation: A manufactured home must be attached to a foundation in accordance with plans prepared by a registered engineer in compliance with the prevailing building code provision for vertical loads, uplift, and lateral forces.

(7) Refuse Containers: All refuse containers shall be screened from view of surrounding home spaces and the street.

(g) Subdivision Regulation Compliance. All mobile/manufactured home park proposals intended to sell individual lots and thus subject to regulation as a subdivision shall comply with all pertinent provisions of the City’s Subdivision Regulations with the exception of requirements or standards which are superseded by provisions of this section.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.09 RO OFFICE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is designed to encourage a residential environment in established areas of historically significant character. Offices and service facilities are permitted to support community needs in suitable locations that do not produce incompatible effects on adjacent residential neighborhoods. A mix of uses within one structure is encouraged. This district is appropriate adjacent to higher volume thoroughfares, as well as between commercial areas and residential neighborhoods. This district shall be considered a residential district.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Two-family dwellings.

C. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

D. Professional offices of doctors, dentists, chiropractors, lawyers, engineers and similar-type professions limited to 2,500 square feet of gross floor area.

E. Hospitals

F. Real estate, insurance and similar-type offices limited to 2,500 square feet of gross floor area.

G. Barber and beauty shops.

H. Instructional studios.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF’s).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Publicly owned and operated neighborhood recreation centers.

F. Day care facilities, including Day Care for child, Day Care Center for child, Day Care Home Type A family, and Day Care Home Type B family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

I. Funeral homes.

J. Parking lots.

K. Offices of non-profit organizations and foundations, 2,500 sq. ft. maximum.

Office & 1-family 2-family residential

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area

per dwelling unit 5,000 sq. ft. 3,750 sq. ft.

B. Minimum lot width 50 feet 75 feet

C. Minimum lot frontage 50 feet 75 feet

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard

depth 20 feet 20 feet

B. Minimum rear yard

depth 35 feet 35 feet

C. Minimum side yard

width 7.5 feet 7.5 feet

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building

height 35 feet 35 feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lots with vehicular access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 35 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 25 percent of front yard

B. Lots with vehicular access from a rear or side alley, and no access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 40 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 15 percent of front yard

(d) Supplementary Regulations.

(1) To minimize traffic congestion on major roads and to protect the surrounding residential areas from any adverse activities that may be associated with such business uses, a site plan, shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Zoning Administrator prior to issuing a zoning certificate. The site plan shall show the site layout, including the locations and dimensions of vehicular and pedestrian entrances, exits, driveways, and the vehicular circulation pattern, structure siting and dimensions, off-street parking spaces, landscaped yards, and the location and type of lighting facilities and signs.

(2) No zoning certificate shall be issued for an “RO” use until the applicant shall have certified to the Zoning Administrator that:

A. The business activity is open to the public only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.

B. The business activity shall be conducted wholly within a completely enclosed building.

C. All premises shall be furnished with all-weather hard surface walks of a material such as bituminous or Portland cement concrete, wood, tile, terrazzo or similar material, and except for parking areas, the grounds shall be planted and landscaped.

(3) Failure to comply with any of the above conditions by property owners or users will be considered a zoning violation appropriate for prosecution under the terms of this Ordinance.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.10 UPTOWN DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. The purpose of this district is to preserve and encourage the continued vitality of the City's historic central business and civic activity area. Selected uses and regulatory standards are provided to guide development so as to achieve a mixture of appropriate uses in a functional, aesthetic and pedestrian compatible manner.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Any combination of residential dwelling types as defined in Section 1159.05(8), A through E., on the second floor or higher.

B. Retail services shall not exceed 10,000 square feet of floor area on any given floor.

1. Apparel and jewelry.

2. Bars and establishments serving alcohol.

3. Books, stationery, newspapers, magazines, office equipment and office supply stores.

4. Drugs and pharmaceuticals.

5. Food products, including groceries, meat, fish, baked goods, confectionary, and beverages.

6. Flowers, potted plants, and garden supplies.

7. Hardware, paint, home furnishings, and other home improvements products.

8. Optical aids.

9. Photography, bicycles, gifts and toys, pets, music, sporting goods, and other hobby and craft supplies.

10. Restaurants, not including drive-in.

11. Other similar establishments engaged in retail trade except those included as Conditional Uses in subsection (b)(2) hereof.

C. Personal and professional services shall not exceed 10,000 square feet of floor area on any given floor.

1. Accounting, advertising, architectural, auditing, bookkeeping, legal, and medical offices, and offices for other similar professional service providers.

2. Banks, credit agencies, investment firms, real estate, insurance offices, and other similar establishments engaged primarily in financial services.

3. Barber and beauty shops.

4. Cleaners, including dry cleaning and laundromats.

5. Home improvement services, including carpentry, electrical, heating, plumbing, and decorating.

6. Offices for nonprofit, charitable, labor, and other service organizations.

7. Repair establishments for bicycles, household appliances, locksmiths, shoes, and motor vehicles (if no gasoline is sold).

8. Theaters, not including drive-ins.

9. Other similar personal and professional services, such as employment agencies, travel bureaus, and ticket offices.

D. Accessory buildings incidental to the principal use.

E. Sidewalk uses.

1. This section is intended to provide for active use of private and public property in the Uptown District for outdoor cafes and retail sales. A sidewalk use requires a permit, shall be operated according to the provisions of this section, and is valid for one year and only for the location, design, and use approved.

2. A sidewalk use may include outdoor activity on both private and public property as follows:

a. Private property in the front setback area or any courtyard or other partially enclosed area adjacent to a right-of-way may be utilized only for the same commercial activity as the principal use on the first floor of the principal structure.

b. The public sidewalk and other paved portions of the right-of-way that are designed and constructed to accommodate pedestrians may be utilized only for the same commercial activity as the principal use on the first floor of an immediately adjacent principal structure.

3. A sidewalk use permit application shall include a fee, a scaled site plan, and other information sufficient to determine compliance with all of the following provisions:

a. The use may not result in less than five feet of open and unobstructed public sidewalk adjacent to the sidewalk use; and

b. The adjacent property owner and the operator of the use have a liability insurance policy that covers accidents and injuries on the public right-of-way for a minimum of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) per person and three hundred thousand dollars ($300,000) per accident, premiums are fully paid for the calendar year of the permit, and the City of Oxford shall be named as an additional insured upon such liability policy; and

c. The use shall employ only displays, counters, tables, chairs, umbrellas, and planters that are moveable; and

d. Nothing related to the operation of the use shall be permanently installed on public or private property except anchors that do not protrude above the adjacent sidewalk surface and do not otherwise create a trip hazard; and

e. All materials shall be lightweight and easily removable; and

f. All roofs shall be made of a flame-resistant (per Ohio Basic Building Code and Ohio Fire Code), nonstructural material such as treated canvas or vinyl fabric; and

g. All illumination shall be confined within the perimeter of the use; and

h. All partitions shall be transparent 3 feet above the adjacent sidewalk surface.

4. The City Manager or designee shall require removal of anything or correction of any condition associated with a sidewalk use that threatens the public health, safety, or general welfare and shall revoke an approved permit if its holder fails to comply with any such order in a timely manner.

5. The City Manager shall reinstate a revoked permit if the holder removes the immediate threat and provides sufficient proof that the threat will not recur.

6. If a sidewalk use permit is revoked more than once during the year that the permit is valid, the permit shall not be reinstated and a new permit shall not be issued until after the original expiration date of the revoked permit.

(2) Conditional Uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Retail services:

1. Any permitted retail use that exceeds 10,000 sq. ft. on any given floor.

2. Banks with drive-through facilities.

3. Building supplies, garden supplies.

4. Temporary or outdoor sales of plants and garden supplies.

5. Retail uses which do not provide a minimum ratio of 0.7:1 of the lot area.

6. Additional retail uses above the street level which would cause the maximum permitted gross floor area ratio to exceed the 3:1 ratio.

B. Personal and public services:

1. Any permitted personal or public service that exceeds 10,000 sq. ft. on any given floor.

2. Cultural institutions, including libraries, art galleries and museums.

3. Hotels and motels.

4. Places of worship.

5. Funeral homes.

6. Night clubs, discotheques, and other entertainment facilities.

7. Personal and Professional Services which do not provide a minimum of 0.7:1 of the lot area.

8. Additional personal and professional services above the street level which would cause the maximum permitted gross floor area ratio to exceed the 3:1 ratio.

C. Other uses.

1. Any combination of dwelling types as defined in Section 1159.05(8), A through E, on the first floor or basement.

2. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

3. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

4. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

5. Bed & Breakfasts.

6. Publicly owned and operated neighborhood recreation centers.

7. Day care facilities, including Day Care for child, Day Care Center for child, Day Care Home Type A family, and Day Care Home Type B family.

8. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

9. Hospitals

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum Lot Area:

1. Lots in the Uptown District shall be a minimum of three thousand (3,000) square feet.

(2) Yard requirements.

Front Yard 16.5 feet minimum except * On High Street - at least 70 percent of building must meet the right-of-way line

Rear Yard none except * Adjacent to a residential district 10 feet minimum

Side Yard none except * Adjacent to a residential district 6 feet minimum

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Building height:

Minimum - 23 feet and a minimum of 2 stories above street grade

Maximum - 48 feet and 4 stories maximum above street grade.

B. Gross Floor Area Ratio:

1. The maximum permitted gross floor area ratio of a structure at or above grade in the Uptown District shall be 3. (Lot area x 3 = total bldg. sq. ft.)

a. Commercial space shall provide a minimum ratio of 0.7:1 of the lot area on the street level subject to the following:

i. The basement of a structure may be used for retail, personal and professional uses but shall not be computed into the minimum 0.7:1 ratio.

ii. Uncovered outdoor areas shall:

a. Be associated with the first floor commercial occupant,

b. Be located on the property and/or on the public sidewalk, only with a valid sidewalk permit.

c. Be computed into the minimum 0.7:1 ratio, but not the overall 3:1 ratio.

b. Residential space shall provide a maximum ratio of 2:1 of the lot area subject to the following:

i. Stairways, hallways, elevators outdoor patios, decks, and balconies, for residential use shall be computed into the maximum 2:1 ratio.

(4) Maximum Residential Density.

A. Occupancy shall be limited to one person per 200 square feet of lot area.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.11 MU UNIVERSITY DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. The purpose of this district is to accommodate the academic, administrative, cultural, recreational, residential and ancillary uses comprising and supportive of the respective requirements of a college or university. Any parcel, property or structure that is within the Historic District Overlay shall also consult the current design guidelines of the Historical Architectural Preservation Commission and Chapter 1331 of the Oxford Codified Ordinance and shall follow the procedures for approval contained therein.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. University complex, including all affiliated educational structures and other supporting uses owned, operated, affiliated, leased or licensed by the university, such as dormitories, eating facilities, recreational and athletic facilities, laboratories, retail facilities, library, etc.

B. Single-family dwellings.

(2) Conditional Uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Publicly owned and operated neighborhood recreation centers.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area 6,000 sq. feet

B. Minimum lot width 60 feet

C. Minimum lot frontage 60 feet

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 20 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth 35 feet

C. Minimum side yard width 7.5 feet on each side

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet

B. Lots with vehicular access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 35 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 25 percent of front yard

(4) Mile Square Design Standards. Single family dwellings shall comply with the Mile Square Design Standards of the R1MS District.

(5) Proposals requiring major infrastructure improvements shall be referred to Planning Commission and City Council as determined by the City Manager. Site development specifications and a project overview for all university uses shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review for the following:

A. Integration of transportation improvements with existing and planned services and facilities.

B. Adequacy of public utilities and services.

C. Conformance with Ordinances regulating the Historic Architectural Preservation Commission.

D. Potential incompatibility with abutting zoning districts necessitating modifications to the site plan to mitigate potential negative impacts.

(6) A descriptive text shall be submitted indicating the nature of the proposed activity, expected levels of noise, odor, dust, smoke, light, glare, and vibration from normal operations, and a plan for addressing these impacts. Administrative review shall be conducted and response made within 30 days of receipt.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.12 GB GENERAL BUSINESS DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is intended to provide for a variety of retail, service and administrative establishments required to satisfy the needs of the overall community. This district is also intended to accommodate retail trade establishments in the community that cannot be practically provided for in a neighborhood commercial district development. This district is only appropriate within areas that are presently served, or will be served upon development, with both central water and sewer.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Retail services. (Not to exceed 15,000 square feet of total gross floor area)

1. Apparel and jewelry.

2. Books, stationery, newspapers, magazines, office equipment and office supply stores.

3. Department stores.

4. Drug stores selling health and personal care aids.

5. Food products, including groceries, meat, fish, baked goods, confectionary, and beverages.

6. Flowers, potted plants, and garden supplies.

7. Hardware, paint, home furnishings, and other home improvement products.

8. Optical aids.

9. Photography, bicycles, gifts and toys, pets, music, sporting goods, and other hobby and craft supplies.

10. Restaurants, not including drive-in or fast food.

11. Sales of new and used motor vehicles by dealerships holding franchises authorized by manufacturers for the sale of new vehicles.

B. Personal and professional services. (Not to exceed 15,000 square feet of total gross floor area)

1. Accounting, advertising, architectural, auditing, bookkeeping, legal, and medical offices, and offices for other similar professional service providers.

2. Banks, credit agencies, investment firms, real estate, insurance offices, and other similar establishments engaged primarily in financial services.

3. Barber and beauty shops.

4. Cleaners, including dry cleaning and Laundromats.

5. Home improvement services, including carpentry, electrical, heating, plumbing, and decorating.

6. Offices for nonprofit, charitable, labor, and other service organizations.

7. Repair establishments for bicycles, household appliances, locksmiths, shoes, and motor vehicles (if no gasoline is sold and repair work is done inside).

8. Theaters, not including drive-ins.

9. Other similar personal and professional services, such as employment agencies, travel bureaus, and ticket offices.

C. Accessory buildings incidental to the principal use.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Retail services.

1. Automobile service stations selling gasoline.

2. Bars and establishments serving alcohol.

3. Banks with drive-through facilities.

4. Building supplies, garden supplies.

5. Drive-in and fast-food restaurants.

6. Sales of motorcycles and used motor vehicles, rental and service of motor vehicles, sales and rental of boats and marine equipment, and sales and rental of trailers.

7. Temporary or outdoor sales of plants and garden supplies.

B. Personal and public services.

1. Animal hospitals or kennels.

2. Bowling alleys.

3. Cultural institutions, including libraries, art galleries and museums.

4. Hotels and motels.

5. Places of worship.

6. Funeral homes.

7. Indoor skating rinks, arcades, and similar recreational uses.

8. Instructional studios.

9. Night clubs, discotheques, and other entertainment facilities.

C. Other uses.

1. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

2. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

3. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

4. Bed & Breakfasts.

5. Publicly owned and operated neighborhood recreation centers.

6. Day care facilities, including Day Care for child, Day Care Center for child, Day Care Home Type A family, and Day Care Home Type B family.

7. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

8. Mini-Warehouse (Self-Storage Units)

9. Business Incubator

10. Any permitted or combination of any retail, personal or public services that exceed 15,000 square feet of gross floor area

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot frontage and width: 100 feet

B. No minimum lot size is specified; however, the lot size shall be adequate to provide for parking, access drive spacing, yard space and screening requirements.

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum setbacks.

When a side or rear lot line abuts residential district lot lines, the minimum side or rear transitional setback distance shall be 25 feet in depth and shall be screened from the residential district by a dense evergreen hedge a minimum of 6 feet tall at planting and that will maintain at least 90 percent opacity over time. Existing vegetation may be considered as long as the anticipated overall opacity effect can be achieved. Alternatively, different types of screenings may be utilized subject to review and approval by the Zoning Administrator if the alternative material can achieve the overall 90% opacity effect.

B. Maximum front yard setback.

A maximum front yard setback of 150 feet; and at least 75% of the façade of the principal building must be setback no more than 150 feet from the front lot line.

(3) Structural requirements.

Maximum building height 45 feet

(d) Supplementary Regulations.

(1) All merchandise, new and used, with the exception of boat, automobile, truck or farm implements and plants and garden supplies, shall be stored within a completely enclosed building. Displays of boats, automobiles, tractors, recreational trailers and/or mobile homes shall conform to the requirements as defined in Section 1141.03 (e)

(2) Landscaping: Landscaping of the site shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1148.

(3) The building should be oriented so that the principal building entrance faces the principal street or the street providing main access to the site. The entrance must be connected to the street and adjacent parking with clearly marked sidewalks/walkways. The building façades facing the street must adhere to the façade treatment as outlined in the following sections. In no instance, shall the rear of the building face the public right-of-way.

(4) Building facades that are oriented toward a right-of-way shall be provided for visual relief as follows:

A. Windows and transparent doors must occupy a minimum of 60% of the entire building wall area measured between 2.5 and 7 feet in height above grade along the entire front façade. Glass block, opaque or darkly tinted glass is not considered to be transparent.

B. Building façades must have different articulation in height and setback. Different horizontal articulations with material, color and opening shall also be utilized when building elevation is higher than 14 feet. Preferred materials include brick, stone, glass or wood.

(5) Each development is required; where appropriate, to provide adequate space (including easements) for alternative modes of transportation such as bike paths, multi-use paths, bus stops and turnarounds. Each development is also required to provide bicycle rack space at a rate of 3 per 10,000 square feet of gross floor area.

(6) The front façade of the principal structure shall be finished, utilizing at least 50% natural materials including brick, stone, masonry, glass, or wood. No aluminum or vinyl siding shall be used in finishing or utilized on the front façade of the building.

(7) A. All utility boxes must be screened with appropriate landscaping material such that they are not visible from a right-of-way or other publicly accessible area.

B. All refuse collection and recycling containers must be enclosed or screened so as not to be visible from a right-of-way or other publicly accessible area. The structure surrounding the container(s) must be enclosed on all sides, one of which includes a gate or door that can be secured. The enclosure may consist of wood or masonry walls. Containers shall not be located in any front yard. The exterior perimeter of the enclosure(s) must be landscaped, excluding the access point. (Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.13 OI OFFICE & LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is intended to provide for research and development and professional office facilities that have minimal impact upon the surrounding environment

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Professional, business, government, and medical offices with no retail sales to the general public, with no storage of goods for sale.

B. Professional Offices relying on advanced scientific and engineering capabilities.

C. Research, experimental, or testing laboratories conducted entirely within enclosed buildings.

D. Electronic data processing.

E. Public service facilities.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Operations designed to attract little or no customer or client traffic other than employees.

B. Semi-public uses.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot frontage and width: 100 feet

B. No minimum lot size is specified; however, the lot size shall be adequate to provide for parking, access drive spacing, yard space and screening requirements.

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 50 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth and side yard width

1. If side or rear yard abuts onto a Residential District, yard shall have a minimum 50 feet for Permitted Use and minimum 100 feet for Conditional Use, and landscaped screening provided.

2. Each side and rear yard shall be equal to the height of the principal building.

3. Opaque fence may be substituted for plantings if approved by the Board of Zoning Appeals.

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum height 45 feet

B. Lot coverage 70 percent

(d) Supplementary Regulations.

(1) Site plan approval required. A site plan shall be submitted that shows graphically the location and dimensions of vehicular entrances, exits, internal circulation pattern, off-street parking and loading facilities, building location and dimensions, storage facilities, landscaping and screening facilities.

(2) Impact statement. Prior to being issued a zoning certificate in the Office/Industrial District, the applicant must obtain approval of a descriptive text indicating the nature of the proposed activity, expected levels of noise, odor, dust, smoke, light, glare and/or vibration from normal operations and a plan for addressing these impacts. The expected number of employees per shift, at the outset and at full expansion, shall be indicated. Other information, as required, shall be submitted either in text or plans.

(3) Storage of material. Storage of material and equipment shall be within an enclosed building, unless located behind the principal structure and visually screened from the street and adjacent properties by a landscaped screen, fence or wall. Such screening of open storage and trash containers must meet the requirements of Sections 1141.01 and 1141.04.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.14 LI LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is intended to provide for those analytical and associated fabrication activities associated with research and development, as well as for office and industrial uses having minimum impact upon the surrounding environment in areas that are suitable for industrial development by reason of location and the availability of adequate utility and transportation systems. Permitted uses are those that can be operated in a clean and quiet manner, subject only to those regulations and performance standards necessary to prohibit congestion and for the protection of adjacent residential and business activities.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Any use whose principal function is basic research, design and/or pilot or experimental product development or technical training.

B. Office buildings of an executive or of an administrative nature or incidental to those uses previously listed.

C. Sales offices related to the principal manufacturer on the same site provided that any retail trade with the general public shall be of a limited nature and that no stock of goods is maintained for sale to the general public.

D. Sales offices related to the principal manufacturer on the same site provided that any retail trade with the general public shall be of a limited nature.

E. Business and industrial service facilities.

F. Laboratories including experimental, film, testing, research, or engineering.

G. Printing, publishing, binding, and typesetting plants.

H. The manufacture, compounding, processing, packaging, or treatment of such products as, but not limited to bakery goods, business machinery, candy, clocks and toys, cosmetics, electrical and electronics products, components and equipment, food products, hardware and cutlery, tools, and pharmaceuticals.

I. The manufacture, compounding, assembling, or treatment of articles or merchandise from previously prepared materials such as, but not limited to, bone, canvas, cellophane, cloth, cork, feathers, felt, fiber, fur, glass, hair, horn, leather, paper, plastics, precious or semi-precious metals or stone, sheet metal (excluding large stampings, such as automobile fenders or bodies) shell, textiles, tobacco, wax, wire, wood, (excluding saw and planning mills), and yarns.

J. Medical, dental, optical manufacturing.

K. The manufacture of pottery and figurines or other similar ceramic products using only previously pulverized clay, and kilns fired only by electricity or gas.

L. The manufacture and repair of electric and neon signs.

M. Motion picture production.

N. Adult Entertainment Facilities.

O. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Any permitted use over 100,000 square feet of gross floor area

B. Electroplating

C. Graphic products manufacturer

D. Light sheet metal products, including heating and ventilating equipment, cornices or eaves

E. Cold storage plants

F. Tool and die shops, wrought iron shops, machine shops, excluding drop hammers

G. Banks, including drive-in facilities

H. Restaurants, including fast food and drive-ins

I. Taverns

J. Wholesale facilities

K. Other manufacturing, processing, or storage uses determined by the Planning Commission to be of the same general character as the permitted uses previously listed and found not to be a nuisance or offensive by reason the potential emission or transmission of noise, vibration, smoke, dust, glare, heat, water or air pollution. In this regard, the Planning Commission may seek expert advice on what conditions should be imposed on a particular operation to carry out the purposes of this zone: the cost of such expert assistance shall be borne by the applicant.

L. Mini-Warehouse (Self-Storage Units)

M. Business Incubator

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot frontage and width: 100 feet

B. No minimum lot size is specified, however, the lot size shall be adequate to provide for parking, access drive spacing, yard space and screening requirements.

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 50 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth and side yard width

1. If side or rear yard abuts onto a Residential District, yard shall have a minimum 50 feet for Permitted Use and minimum 100 feet for Conditional Use, and landscaped screening provided.

2. Each side and rear yard shall be equal to the height of the principal building.

3. Opaque fence may be substituted for plantings if approved by the Zoning Board of Appeals.

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum height 45 feet

B. Maximum Lot coverage 70 percent

(d) Supplementary Regulations.

(2) Impact statement. Prior to being issued a zoning certificate in the Office/Industrial District, the applicant must obtain approval of a descriptive text indicating the nature of the proposed activity, expected levels of noise, odor, dust, smoke, light, water and air pollution, glare and/or vibration from normal operations and a plan for addressing these impacts. The expected number of employees per shift, at the outset and at full expansion, shall be indicated. Other information, as required, shall be submitted either in text or plans.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.15 AGRICULTURAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is intended to provide areas within the City that: allow properties to continuously be used for agricultural purposes which have no future land use purpose at this time, or that may be in a transitional stage with regard to development; will conserve areas that have value as open space; and will incorporate conservation practices by preserving and enhancing the natural environment, rural character and areas that may have development constraints.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted Uses.

A. The conduct of agricultural operation such as: farming, apiculture, horticulture, viticulture.

B. Horse ranches, horse boarding stables, riding stables and academies, and structures normally associated with such as; stables and training facilities.

C. Single-family dwelling.

D. Accessory building and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

E. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional Uses: The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Dairying, pasturage and animal and poultry husbandry.

B. Kennel.

C. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

D. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the Elderly.

E. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

F. Bed & Breakfasts.

G. Open space recreation areas that are privately or publicly owned, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, or wildlife preserves.

H. Cemeteries.

I. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

J. Schools; primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

K. Places of Worship.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area 20 acres

B. Minimum lot width 200 feet

C. Minimum lot frontage 200 feet

(2) Yard Requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 50 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth 200 feet

C. Minimum side yard width 50 feet

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet

(4) Maximum Lot coverage shall not exceed 10 percent of the lot area.

(d) When the Agricultural Open Space District is used as a "holding zone" upon an annexation, the use, lot size and dimension requirements shall be as it existed upon annexation.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.16 NB NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is intended to provide small-scale retail and services on sites in or near residential areas, while having little impact on them. Uses are limited in scope to promote local orientation. Development is intended to be compatible with the scale of surrounding residential areas development through pedestrian-orientation (or limited auto-orientation when the site is adjacent to collector streets)

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted Uses.

A. Two dwelling units of any combination of dwelling types as defined in Section 1159.05(8), A, C and D, on the upper floor.

B. Professional services limited to 2,500 square feet of gross floor area.

C. Retail services limited to 2,500 square feet of gross floor area.

D. Personal services limited to 2,500 square feet of gross floor area.

E. Child daycare center limited to 2,500 square feet of gross floor area.

F. Cultural facilities, including museums, art gallery, library limited to 2,500 square feet of gross floor area.

(2) Conditional Uses: The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Residential dwelling types as defined in Section 1159.05(8), A, or C or D, on the first floor or basement.

B. Restaurant

C. Professional, retail, personal services, daycare center, cultural facilities that have more than 2,500 square feet of gross floor area.

D. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

E. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the Elderly.

F. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

G. Bed & Breakfasts.

H. Open space recreation areas that are privately or publicly owned, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, or wildlife preserves.

I. Schools; primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

J. Places of Worship.

K. Hotel,

L. Animal hospital

M. Extended business hours beyond the hours of operation as permitted.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot frontage and width: 50 feet

B. No minimum lot size is specified; however, the lot size shall be adequate to provide for parking, access drive spacing, yard space and screening requirements.

(2) Yard Requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth

20 feet in the Mile Square or the average front yard setback of the block face, whichever is higher.

30 feet outside of the Mile Square.

B. Minimum rear yard depth See table below.

C. Minimum side yard width See table below.

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet.

(4) Maximum Lot coverage 50 percent

(d) Supplementary Regulations:

(1) Landscaping of the site shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1148.

(2) The placement of any proposed building shall be consistent with the average setback of the blockface.

(3) Development should preserve the historic character of Oxford while embracing high quality design that complements existing building.

(4) New building shall be designed in style, mass, scale and materials compatible with the surrounding properties.

(5) Addition to an existing building shall be sympathetic to the architectural scale and style of the existing building. The material for the addition shall also be similar and consistent with the existing building.

(6) The maximum pedestrian walking distance from the street to the entrance of the building shall not be more than 150% of the required front yard setback, or the average front yard setback distance, whichever is larger.

(7) Buffering shall be provided along the property lines adjacent to residential zoned properties. Such buffering shall consist of a solid green or dense green hedge a minimum of 6 feet tall. Green hedges shall be 6 feet tall at planting and maintain at least 90 percent opacity over time.

(8) Hours of operation shall be limited to 8 am to 9 pm, or subject to the approval from the Planning Commission.

(9) All parking shall be located to the side or to the rear of the building. No more than 50% of the frontage upon the street could be used for parking area.

Location of Off-Street Parking

Illustration Only

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

Oxford City Zoning Code

CHAPTER 1143

1143.01 R-1A SINGLE-FAMILY LOW-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

C. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1141.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF’s).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Open space recreation areas that are privately or publicly owned, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, or wildlife preserves.

F. Cemeteries.

G. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

H. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

I. Places of worship.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area 15,000 sq. feet

B. Minimum lot width 90 feet

C. Minimum lot frontage 90 feet (not applicable to cul-de-sac lots)

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 30 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth 40 feet

C. Minimum side yard width 10 feet on each side

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lots with vehicular access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 35 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 25 percent of front yard

B. Lots with vehicular access from a rear or side alley, and no access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 40 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 15 percent of front yard

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.02 R-1B SINGLE-FAMILY MEDIUM-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(a) Purpose. This district is designed to provide and preserve single family residential development of a moderately low density character within and adjacent to areas of similar development.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

C. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF’s).

B. Shared Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Open space recreation areas that are privately or publicly owned, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, or wildlife preserves.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area 7,500 sq. feet

B. Minimum lot width 65 feet

C. Minimum lot frontage 65 feet (not applicable to cul-de-sac lots)

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 30 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth 35 feet

C. Minimum side yard width 8 feet on each side

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lots with vehicular access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 35 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 25 percent of front yard

B. Lots with vehicular access from a rear or side alley, and no access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 40 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 15 percent of front yard

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.03 R-1MS SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL MILE-SQUARE DISTRICT.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

C. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1141.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Publicly owned and operated neighborhood recreation centers.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

(d) Mile Square Design Standards.

(1) Purpose and Applicability.

B. The design of all new construction and exterior alteration or renovation in the R-1-MS District shall conform to the following requirements.

(2) Front Façade.

Example of residential development that is oriented toward the primary street.

(3) Foundations.

(4) Siding.

A. Brick, stone, authentic stucco, or material replicating stone veneer are permitted building materials in all residential districts.

B. Decorative, wood shingles are an acceptable treatment for the residential structures in the Mile Square Residential Districts.

C. The use of cementious siding materials (e.g., Hardiplank) or engineered wood that resembles traditional wood siding treatments is permitted.

D. The use of aluminum or vinyl siding for residential structures within the Mile Square is strongly discouraged.

E. Plank siding treatments shall be horizontally oriented. Vertical planking may be allowed in a 90 degree board and batten treatment.

F. Brick or masonry that has not previously been painted shall not be painted unless the painting of brick or masonry is consistent with the architectural style or era of the building.

G. All wood siding materials shall be painted.

H. Any additions or expansions of an existing building shall also comply with Section 1141.03(h) (Residential Building Additions).

(5) Roofs.

A. Flat roofs are prohibited for residential buildings except for small areas on a rear roof that are used and sized for the placement of roof-mounted mechanical systems.

B. Roof pitches for residential structures must be steep. A minimum pitch ratio of 6 to 12 is required with the exception of porch roofs that should have a minimum pitch ratio of 4 to 12.

C. Decorative cornices and parapets are encouraged.

D. The addition of antennae, satellite dishes, and skylights should be placed on the rear of the building, roof, or on a non-visible accessory building to the maximum extent feasible.

(6) Doors.

A. Doors shall be made of wood or be a "wood appearing" design (e.g. a steel door with panels).

B. All doors shall be constructed to be exterior doors. The use of an indoor door on the exterior of the building is prohibited.

(7) Windows.

B. Reflective glass (such as blue or gold tinted glass) is prohibited.

(8) Porches, Stoops, and Decks.

A. New residential structures are encouraged to include porches and stoops as design elements, which serve to enhance the physical and social components of the neighborhood.

B. All porches, stoops and decks shall comply with the provisions set forth in Chapter 1141.

C. Porches and stoops are permitted in any yard, however stoops may not exceed twenty five (25) square feet in front yards.

E. The use of treated or untreated lumber that is not painted shall be prohibited for use on the front or side façades.

(9) Garages & Accessory Buildings.

B. The front façade of any garage facing on to the street shall be set back a distance equal to or more than the front façade of the remainder of the principal building.

C. To the maximum extent feasible, a detached garage be accessed from the alley if alleys are available for vehicular traffic.

(10) Fences & Gates.

A. Chain link fences are prohibited.

B. When fencing is to be used, traditional fence forms, such as picket fences and plain board fences, shall be utilized and shall comply with the fencing height restrictions of Section 1141.01.

C. Fencing shall only be constructed of wood, wrought iron, decorative metal fencing, or fencing material that resembles wood materials.

(11) Chimneys.

(12) Shutters.

A. Shutters do not have to be operable. However, when present they must appear to be functional and they must be proportionally equal to the adjacent window opening.

(13) Driveways & Parking Lots.

A. Individual curb cuts for driveways are strongly discouraged. No curb cuts are allowed if an alley is present. Alleys must be utilized as much as possible to provide automobile access.

(14) Landscaping.

A. Landscaping of the site shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1148.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.04 R-2A SINGLE- AND TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Two-family dwellings.

C. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

D. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF’s).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

1-family 2-family

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area 6,000 sq. ft 7,500 sq. ft.

B. Minimum lot width 60 feet 75 feet

C. Minimum lot frontage 60 feet 75 feet

(lot frontage requirements not applicable to cul-de-sac lots)

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 30 feet 30 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth 30 feet 30 feet

C. Minimum side yard width 7.5 feet 7.5 feet

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet 35 feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lots with vehicular access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 35 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 25 percent of front yard

B. Lots with vehicular access from a rear or side alley, and no access from a public street

1. Lot total – Maximum 40 percent

2. All enclosed buildings – Maximum 25 percent of lot

3. Front yard – Maximum 15 percent of front yard

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.05 R-2MS SINGLE- AND TWO-FAMILY MILE SQUARE RESIDENTIAL

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Two-family dwellings.

C. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

D. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

I. Fraternity and sorority houses.

J. Parking lots.

(d) Mile Square Design Standards.

(1) Purpose and Applicability.

B. The design of all new construction and exterior alteration or renovation in the R2-MS District shall conform to the following requirements.

(2) Front Façade.

Example of residential development that is oriented toward the primary street.

(3) Foundations.

(4) Siding.

A. Brick, stone, authentic stucco, or material replicating stone veneer are permitted building materials in all residential districts.

B. Decorative, wood shingles are an acceptable treatment for the residential structures in the Mile Square Residential Districts.

C. The use of cementious siding materials (e.g., Hardiplank) or engineered wood that resembles traditional wood siding treatments is permitted.

D. The use of aluminum or vinyl siding for residential structures within the Mile Square is strongly discouraged.

E. Plank siding treatments shall be horizontally oriented. Vertical planking may be allowed in a 90 degree board and batten treatment.

F. Brick or masonry that has not previously been painted shall not be painted unless the painting of brick or masonry is consistent with the architectural style or era of the building.

G. All wood siding materials shall be painted.

H. Any additions or expansions of an existing building shall also comply with Section 1141.03(h) (Residential Building Additions).

(5) Roofs.

A. Flat roofs are prohibited for residential buildings except for small areas on a rear roof that are used and sized for the placement of roof-mounted mechanical systems.

B. Roof pitches for residential structures must be steep. A minimum pitch ratio of 6 to 12 is required with the exception of porch roofs that should have a minimum pitch ratio of 4 to 12.

C. Decorative cornices and parapets are encouraged.

D. The addition of antennae, satellite dishes, and skylights should be placed on the rear of the building, roof, or on a non-visible accessory building to the maximum extent feasible.

(6) Doors.

A. Doors shall be made of wood or be a "wood appearing" design (e.g. a steel door with panels).

B. All doors shall be constructed to be exterior doors. The use of an indoor door on the exterior of the building is prohibited.

(7) Windows.

B. Reflective glass (such as blue or gold tinted glass) is prohibited.

(8) Porches, Stoops and Decks.

A. New residential structures are encouraged to include porches and stoops as design elements, which serve to enhance the physical and social components of the neighborhood.

B. All porches, stoops and decks shall comply with the provisions set forth in Chapter 1141.

C. Porches and stoops are permitted in any yard, however stoops may not exceed twenty five (25) square feet in front yards.

E. The use of treated or untreated lumber that is not painted shall be prohibited for use on the front or side façades.

Standards	Porch	Stoop	Deck
Allowable Yards	Any	Any	Only Rear Yards, except per (D) above
Maximum Size	No Max	No max, except in front yards max is 25 sq. ft.	No max
Roof	Roof required	Roof allowed	Roof not allowed
Material	Any	Any Though typically concrete or masonry	Any though typically wood

(9) Garages & Accessory Buildings.

B. The front façade of any garage facing on to the street shall be set back a distance equal to or more than the front façade of the remainder of the principal building.

C. To the maximum extent feasible, a detached garage be accessed from the alley if alleys are available for vehicular traffic.

(10) Fences & Gates.

A. Chain link fences are prohibited.

B. When fencing is to be used, traditional fence forms, such as picket fences and plain board fences, shall be utilized and shall comply with the fencing height restrictions of Section 1141.01.

C. Fencing shall only be constructed of wood, wrought iron, decorative metal fencing, or fencing material that resembles wood materials.

(11) Chimneys.

(12) Shutters.

A. Shutters do not have to be operable. However, when present they must appear to be functional and they must be proportionally equal to the adjacent window opening.

(13) Driveways & Parking Lots.

A. Individual curb cuts for driveways are strongly discouraged. No curb cuts are allowed if an alley is present. Alleys must be utilized as much as possible to provide automobile access.

(14) Landscaping.

A. Landscaping of the site shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1148.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.06 R-3 MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Two-family dwellings.

C. Multi-family dwellings.

D. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

E. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Open space recreation areas that are privately or publicly owned, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, or wildlife preserves.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

I. Nursing homes for convalescent patients.

J. Professional Offices.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area

1. One-family dwelling 6,000 sq. feet

2. Two-family dwelling 7,500 sq. feet

3. Three-family dwelling and up 9,000 sq. feet

B. Maximum Residential Density – Occupancy shall be limited to one person per 450 square feet of lot area for multi-family dwelling use.

C. Minimum Lot Width/Frontage

1. One-family dwelling 60 feet

2. Two-family dwelling 75 feet

3. Three-family dwelling 90 feet

4. Four-family dwelling 100 feet

5. Five to 24-family dwelling 120 feet

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 30 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth

1. One, two, and three-family dwelling 35 feet

2. Four-family dwelling 40 feet

3. Five to 24-family dwelling 45 feet

C. Minimum side yard width on each side

1. One- and two-family dwelling 7.5 feet

2. Three to 24-family dwelling 15 feet

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet

B. Number of Principal Buildings Per Lot or Development Site.

The project shall follow the Planned Development process in Chapter 1145 in order to permit more than one principal building per lot.

C. Minimum floor area per dwelling unit in multi-family dwellings

1. Efficiency 400 sq. feet

2. One-Bedroom 600 sq. feet

3. Two-Bedroom 800 sq. feet

4. Three-Bedroom 1,000 sq. feet

5. Four-bedroom 1,200 sq. feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lot total 50 percent

B. Front yard 25 percent of front yard.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.065 R-4 MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings.

B. Two-family dwellings.

C. Multi-family dwellings.

D. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

E. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1147.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Open space recreation areas that are privately or publicly owned, such as golf courses, tennis courts, parks, forests, or wildlife preserves.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Places of worship.

I. Nursing homes for convalescent patients.

J. Professional Offices.

(1) Lot requirements.

A. Minimum lot area

1. One-family dwelling 6,000 sq. feet

2. Two-family dwelling 7,500 sq. feet

3. Three and Four-family dwelling 9,000 sq. feet

4. Five-family dwelling and up 2,000 sq. feet per unit

B. Minimum Lot Width/Frontage

1. One-family dwelling 60 feet

2. Two-family dwelling 75 feet

3. Three and Four-family dwelling 100 feet

4. Five-family dwelling and up 120 feet

(2) Yard requirements.

A. Minimum front yard depth 30 feet

B. Minimum rear yard depth

1. One, two, and three-family dwelling 35 feet

2. Four-family dwelling 40 feet

3. Five-family dwelling and up 45 feet

C. Minimum side yard width on each side

1. One- and two-family dwelling 7.5 feet

2. Three-family dwelling and up 15 feet

(3) Structural requirements.

A. Maximum building height 35 feet

B. Number of Principal Buildings Per Lot or Development Site.

The project shall follow the Planned Development process in Chapter 1145 in order to permit more than one principal building per lot.

C. Minimum floor area per dwelling unit in multi-family dwellings

1. Efficiency 400 sq. feet

2. One-Bedroom 600 sq. feet

3. Two-Bedroom 800 sq. feet

4. Three-Bedroom 1,000 sq. feet

5. Four-bedroom 1,200 sq. feet

(4) Lot coverage.

A. Lot total 35 percent

B. Front yard 25 percent of front yard.

(Ord. 3802. Passed 2-18-25.)

1143.07 R3MS SINGLE, TWO AND THREE-FAMILY MILE-SQUARE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.

(b) Uses.

(1) Permitted uses.

A. Single-family dwellings

B. Two-family dwellings

C. Three-family dwellings

D. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the principal use as provided in Chapter 1141.

E. Day Care Home Type B family.

(2) Conditional uses. The following Conditional Uses are subject to review and regulation in accordance with Chapter 1141.

A. Community-Oriented Residential Social Service Facilities (CORSSF's).

B. Shared Housing and Congregate Housing for the elderly.

C. Government owned and/or operated parks and recreation facilities.

D. Bed & Breakfasts.

E. Publicly owned and operated neighborhood recreation centers.

F. Day care facilities, including Child Day Care, Child Day Care Center, and Day Care Home Type A family.

G. Schools: primary, intermediate, and secondary, both public and private.

H. Fraternity and sorority houses.

I. Places of worship.

J. Parking lots.

K. Accessory dwelling units

Any parcel, property or structure that is within the Historic District Overlay shall also consult the current design guidelines of the Historical Architectural Preservation Commission and Chapter 1331 of the Oxford Codified Ordinances and shall follow the procedures for approval contained therein.

(d) Mile Square Design Standards.

(1) Purpose and Applicability.

B. The design of all new construction and exterior alteration or renovation in the R3-MS District shall conform to the following requirements.

(2) Front Façade.

(3) Foundations.

(4) Siding.

A. Brick, stone, authentic stucco, or material replicating stone Veneer are permitted building materials in all residential districts.

B. Decorative, wood shingles are an acceptable treatment for the residential structures in the Mile Square Residential Districts.

C. The use of cementitious siding materials (e.g., Hardiplank) or engineered wood that resembles wood siding treatments is permitted.

D. The use of aluminum or vinyl siding for residential structures within the Mile Square is strongly discouraged.

E. Plank siding treatments shall be horizontally oriented. Vertical planking may be allowed in a 90 degree board and batten treatment.

F. Brick or masonry that has not previously been painted shall not be painted unless the painting of brick or masonry is consistent with the architectural style or era of the building.

G. All wood siding materials shall be painted.

H. Any additions or expansions of an existing building shall also comply with Section 1141.03(h) (Residential Building Additions).

(5) Roofs.

A. Flat roofs are prohibited for residential buildings except for small areas on a rear roof that are used and sized for the placement of roof-mounted mechanical systems.

B. Roof pitches for residential structures must be steep. A minimum pitch ratio of 6 to 12 is required with the exception of porch roofs that should have a minimum pitch ratio of 4 to 12.

C. Decorative cornices and parapets are encouraged.

D. The addition of antennae, satellite dishes, and skylights should be placed on the rear of the building, roof, or on a non-visible accessory building to the maximum extent feasible

(6) Doors.

A. Doors shall be made of wood or "wood appearing" types of material.

B. All doors shall be constructed to be exterior doors. The use of an indoor door on the exterior of the building is prohibited.

(7) Windows.

B. Reflective glass (such as blue or gold tinted glass) is prohibited.

(8) Porches, Stoops and Decks.

A. New residential structures are encouraged to include porches and stoops as design elements, which serve to enhance the physical and social components of the neighborhood.

B. All porches, stoops and decks shall comply with the provisions set forth in Chapter 1141.

C. Porches and stoops are permitted in any yard, however stoops may not exceed twenty five (25) square feet in front yards.

E. The use of treated or untreated lumber that is not painted shall be prohibited for use on the front or side façades.

Standards	Porch	Stoop	Deck
Allowable Yards	Any	Any	Only Rear Yards, except per (D) above
Maximum Size	No Max	No max, except in front yards max is 25 sq. ft.	No max
Roof	Roof required	Roof allowed	Roof not allowed
Material	Any	Any Though typically concrete or masonry	Any though typically wood

(9) Garages & Accessory buildings.

B. The front façade of any garage facing on to the street shall be set back a distance equal to or more than the front façade of the remainder of the principal building.

C. To the maximum extent feasible, a detached garage shall be accessed from the alley if alleys are available for vehicular traffic.

(10) Fences & Gates.

A. Chain link fences are prohibited.

B. When fencing is to be used, traditional fence forms, such as picket fences and plain board fences, shall be utilized and shall comply with the fencing height restrictions of Section 1141.01.

C. Fencing shall only be constructed of wood, wrought iron, decorative metal fencing, or fencing material that resembles wood materials

(11) Chimneys.

(12) Shutters.

A. Shutters do not have to be operable. However, when present they must appear to be functional and they must be proportionally equal to the adjacent window opening.

(13) Driveways & Parking Lots.

A. Individual curb cuts for driveways are strongly discouraged. No curb cuts are allowed if an alley is present. Alleys must be utilized as much as possible to provide automobile access.

(14) Landscaping.

A. Landscaping of the site shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 1148.

(15) Architectural Features for Three-Family Dwellings.

A. At least three of the following design features shall be provided on the front façade of each dwelling unit with frontage on a public street.

1. One or more dormer windows or cupolas;

2. A recessed entrance;

3. A covered porch or balcony;

4. Pillars, posts, or pilasters;

5. One or more bay windows with a minimum of 12 inch projection from the façade plane;

6. A parapet wall with an articulated design, which entails design variation rather than a simple rectilinear form; or

7. Multiple windows with a minimum of four inch wide trim.

Illustrative example of acceptable architectural design for multi-family dwellings