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Palo City Zoning Code

165.09 A-1

AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT.

The A-1 Agricultural District zoning is intended to establish and preserve areas for agriculture, forestry, conservation and such low density outdoor recreation uses as do not significantly change the natural character of the land.
1.   Permitted Principal Uses and Structures.
   A.   Agriculture, horticulture, dairy farming, poultry farming, livestock farming, general farming, truck gardening, and other agricultural activities.
   B.   Single-family dwellings.
   C.   Cemetery or mausoleum.
   D.   Churches and temples.
   E.   Public schools, elementary, junior high and high schools.
   F.   Parochial or private schools having similar curricula as public schools and having no rooms used regularly for housing or sleeping purposes.
   G.   Public buildings, public and semi-public parks, playgrounds, or community buildings such as libraries, museums, and community centers.
   H.   Golf courses and country clubs, except miniature courses or driving ranges operated for a profit.
2.   Permitted Accessory Uses and Structures.
   A.   Private garages.
   B.   Farm buildings incidental to agricultural uses.
   C.   Private greenhouses or plant nurseries not operated for commercial purposes.
   D.   Private swimming pools.
3.   Special Exceptions. The following special exceptions are permitted in the A- 1 District subject to provisions of Section 165.24(6)(D).
   A.   Public Utilities.
   B.   Recreational development seasonal or temporary use.
   C.   Roadside stand for sale of produce raised on the premises.
   D.   Dog kennels and dog runs.
   E.   Greenhouses and plant nurseries operated for commercial purposes.
4.   Bulk Requirements.
 
Minimum Lot Area
Minimum Lot Width
Minimum Front Yard
Minimum Side Yard
Street Side, Corner Lot
Minimum Rear Yard
Maximum Height
Single-family dwelling
20,000 square feet
100 feet
25 feet
10 feet each side, plus 2 feet for each story above one
15 feet
30 feet
2½ stories or 35 feet
All other permitted uses
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40 feet
20 feet
25 feet
40 feet
2½ stories or 35 feet
 
5.   Minimum Off-Street Parking and Loading Space.
   A.   Residential dwellings - two spaces for each dwelling unit.
   B.   Church or temple - one space for each six seats of average seating in the main auditorium.
   C.   Country club or golf course - four spaces for each hole.
   D.   Community center, library, or museum - 10 spaces plus one additional space for each 300 square feet of floor area in excess of 2,000 square feet.
   E.   Schools and public buildings - one space for each classroom or office room plus one space for each 10 seats of average seating in the main auditorium, stadium, or place of public assembly.
6.   Special Regulations. Provision must be made for disposal of manure, other organic wastes, or chemicals in such a manner as to avoid pollution of groundwater or any lake, river or receiving stream.