The single residence districts are designed to provide for a range of single residence land uses. The purpose of these districts is to protect the stability of existing land uses, existing neighborhoods, and to encourage desirable new residential developments encompassing the many lifestyles and areas of the town. It is also the intent of these districts to accommodate the needs of single residence neighborhoods by providing for associated, limited, nonresidential uses that are required by law such as religious, educational and recreational facilities. The single residence districts are further delineated in the following categories:

   A.   Rural/Ranch Residential Zoning Districts:

      1.   RR-20 residential zoning with minimum lot size of twenty (20) acres per dwelling unit.

The purpose of this rural zoning district is to provide areas for large more intense agricultural activities, ranching land uses, and their related activities, in appropriate locations with buffering to mitigate the negative impacts upon or from the agricultural and ranching operations. The intent is to protect areas that have prime agricultural soils and existing or desired ranching uses from incompatible land uses and urban encroachment. This district is appropriate where low density development is desired, and where minimal public facilities and services are programmed or anticipated. The RR-20 zoning district may also act as a holding zone to prevent the premature conversion of rural lands to suburban or urban uses and until there exists adequate public facilities and an appropriate development plan.

      2.   RR-2.5 residential zoning with minimum lot size of one hundred eight thousand nine hundred (108,900) square feet (21/2 acres) per dwelling unit.

The purpose of this ranch zoning district is to provide for and conserve existing rural, ranch, and very low density residential uses in their present or desired character, and to foster orderly growth in the ranch areas. The intent of this district is to allow for areas where small ranching and semirural residential uses can be maintained without conflict from higher intensity development. This district is appropriate where low density development is desired, and as a buffer for the low and medium density residential uses from the more intense agricultural uses of the RR-20 district.

   B.   Low Density Residential Zoning Districts:

      1.   R1-43 residential zoning with minimum lot size of forty three thousand five hundred sixty (43,560) square feet (1 acre) per dwelling unit.

The purpose of this zoning district is to foster orderly growth in the transitional or fringe areas, whereby large lot residential uses would be most appropriate. The intent of this district is to provide a pastoral character and home sites that create an open environment and to provide a transitional land use buffer between the rural land uses and medium density residential land uses.

      2.   R1-18 residential zoning with a minimum lot size of eighteen thousand (18,000) square feet per dwelling unit.

The purpose of this zoning district is to provide for detached single residence development in areas where adequate public facilities and services are available. The intent of this district is to encourage a traditional neighborhood environment.

   C.   Medium Density Residential Zoning Districts:

      1.   R1-10 residential zoning with a minimum lot size of ten thousand (10,000) square feet per dwelling unit.

The purpose of this zoning district is to provide for detached single residence development in areas where adequate public facilities and services are available. The intent of this district is to encourage a traditional neighborhood environment.

      2.   R1-7 residential zoning with a minimum lot size of seven thousand five hundred (7,500) square feet per dwelling unit.

The purpose of this zoning district is to provide for detached single residence development in areas where adequate public facilities and services are available. The intent of this district is to encourage a traditional neighborhood environment. (Ord. 03-2005, 9-6-2005)

   A.   RR-20 Single Residence District: Permitted uses in the RR-20 single residence districts shall be only those uses listed as permitted by right or permitted as a conditional use within this zoning district; all other uses are prohibited. Permitted uses are subject to all other applicable standards of this title. No building permit shall be issued for a use not specifically mentioned and for which the town has not issued an approval.

      1.   One single residential detached dwelling unit per lot of record.

      2.   Plant nurseries and greenhouses for the propagation, cultivation and distribution of plants produced on the premises.

      3.   Farms/farming activities and ranch/ranching activities but not including dairies; concentrated animal feeding operations; swine, ratites or poultry farms. Farm and ranch uses shall be in compliance with the following standards:

         a.   There shall be an open space buffer area, not less than sixty feet (60') in width, between agricultural crop production fields and any adjacent residentially zoned land or residential land uses if the agricultural crop requires the application of pesticides either mechanically sprayed or by aerial application.

         b.   Raising, breeding, training and feeding of agricultural animals provided there are no more than two (2) animal units (AU) per acre, with a total of no more than two hundred fifty (250) animals under any circumstance.

         c.   Animals must be contained and the containment must be within the buildable area of the lot. Only pasture and grazing activity may occur outside of the buildable area of the lot.

         d.   Ranch uses may include the following equine activities: boarding, breeding, training, and the sale of animals owned by the rancher.

         e.   Ranch uses do not include liveries; the retail sale of hay, feed or tack; or equine activities open to the general public.

         f.   A specific plan for the physical containment and location of manure storage and/or disposal, which minimizes odor and fly impacts on adjacent lots or parcels, must be provided and approved by the town. The spreading and tilling of manure into the soil of the paddock, pasture or arena areas may be considered manure disposal.

         g.   A specific program for fly control in barn and stable areas, which minimizes the attraction and breeding of flies, must be provided and approved by the town.

         h.   All activity and pasture areas shall be grassed, sprinkled or treated with regularly tilled organic soil mix for dust suppression.

         i.   All feeding areas and the structures used to house or cover the animals shall conform to the yard setback regulations of section 10-5-8, table 1, of this chapter.

      4.   One guesthouse may be permitted on the same lot as a principal residence, provided the guesthouse complies with the following standards:

         a.   The guesthouse must conform to all minimum density, area, building and yard regulations as that of the principal structure.

         b.   The guesthouse shall be located in the buildable area of the lot.

         c.   A single common driveway shall serve both the principal residence and the guesthouse.

         d.   The guesthouse may not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the gross square footage of the livable area of the primary structure.

         e.   The guesthouse must be connected to all of the primary structure's electric, water and gas meters.

         f.   The guesthouse may not be used for any commercial or nonresidential uses.

         g.   A guesthouse may not be used for rental purposes.

      5.   Public and private open space preserves.

      6.   Public utility services including storage facilities, booster stations, lift stations, wastewater treatment plants, and generating plants, but not including, business offices.

   B.   RR-2.5 Single Residence District: Permitted uses in the RR-2.5 single residence districts shall be only those uses listed as permitted by right or permitted as a conditional use within this zoning district; all other uses are prohibited. Permitted uses are subject to all other applicable standards of this title. No building permit shall be issued for a use not specifically mentioned and for which the town has not issued an approval.

      1.   One single detached dwelling unit per lot of record.

      2.   Ranch and ranching activities and uses such as corrals, barns, stables, and other similar structures, for the keeping of horses and other agricultural animals but not including a commercial ranch or agricultural crop production uses. All agricultural animal uses shall be in compliance with the standards outlined in subsections A3a through A3i of this section, provided there are no more than two (2) animal units (AU) per acre with a total of no more than fifty (50) animals under any circumstance.

      3.   Plant nurseries and greenhouses for the propagation, cultivation and distribution of plants produced on the premises.

      4.   Public and private open space preserves.

      5.   Public utility services including storage facilities, lift stations, and booster stations but not including wastewater treatment plants, generating plants, or business offices.

      6.   Satellite dish antenna for private residential use provided that it is located within the buildable area of the rear yard, is less than eight feet (8') in height, is ground mounted, and screened from both the public and adjacent property views. This does not apply to dishes under twenty four inches (24") in diameter.

      7.   Accessory buildings and accessory uses as prescribed in chapter 11 of this title.

      8.   One guesthouse may be permitted on the same lot as a principal residence, provided the guesthouse complies with the standards outlined in subsections A4a through A4g of this section.

   C.   R1-43, R1-18, R1-10, R1-7 Single Residence Districts: Permitted uses in the R1-43, R1-18, R1-10, and R1-7 single residence districts shall be only those uses listed as permitted by right or permitted as a conditional use within the respective zoning district; all other uses are prohibited. Permitted uses are subject to all other applicable standards of this title. No building permit shall be issued for a use not specifically mentioned and for which the town has not issued an approval.

      1.   One single detached dwelling unit per lot of record.

      2.   Temples, mosques, synagogues, or churches, including clergy housing.

      3.   Public and private open space preserves.

      4.   Public utility services, but not including business offices, repair or storage facilities, wastewater treatment plants, booster stations, and generating plants.

      5.   Satellite dish antennas for private residential use; provided, that they are located within the buildable area of the rear yard, are less than eight feet (8') in height, are ground mounted, and screened from both the public and adjacent property views. This does not apply to dishes under twenty four inches (24") in diameter.

      6.   Home based daycare with no more than six (6) children not related to the proprietor with a maximum of ten (10) children total.

      7.   Home occupations as prescribed in chapter 11 of this title.

      8.   Accessory buildings and accessory uses as prescribed in chapter 11 of this title.

      9.   Assisted living facilities and group care homes for the elderly and handicapped, provided that:

         a.   No such home is located on a lot that is within one thousand two hundred feet (1,200') of another group home for the handicapped and elderly care;

         b.   No such home contains more than six (6) residents;

         c.   Such home is licensed by the state of Arizona department of health services;

         d.   Such home is registered with, and administratively approved by, the town, as to compliance with the standards of this title. (Ord. 03-2005, 9-6-2005)

   A.   RR-20 Single Residence District: The following uses are permitted in the RR-20 single residence district only after review and approval of a conditional use permit in accordance with section 10-3-4 of this title. Conditional uses are subject to all other applicable standards of this title and those requirements that may reasonably be imposed by the town council. If a specific use is not listed as either a permitted use or a conditional use, it is prohibited:

      1.   Produce stands for the sale of farm or ranch products.

      2.   Retail sales in conjunction with a plant nursery or greenhouse for the sale of plants propagated or cultivated on the premises.

      3.   Buildings or permanent structures for agricultural processing including cotton ginning and compressing, gristmilling, packing services and other similar uses.

      4.   Veterinarian hospitals and clinics for both large and small animals and the associated corrals, pens and kennels used for the keeping of animals while under veterinary care.

      5.   Commercial riding stables, boarding stables, and/or commercial ranch only after it has been found to be in compliance with the following standards:

         a.   There shall be no more than eight (8) animal unit (AU) per acre with a total of no more than one hundred (100) animals per facility at any given time under any circumstance.

         b.   An attendant must be in residence on the property of any commercial ranch.

         c.   All livestock structures, containment areas of facilities used for the stabling, storing, showing or training of livestock and for temporary manure storage shall be set back a minimum of seventy five feet (75') from any property line. Normal setbacks apply to all other structures and uses.

         d.   No shows or other activities that would generate more vehicular traffic than is normal to an area with single-family residences are permitted unless the site has immediate access to a major or collector town street. Occasional small shows may be allowed per stipulations of the conditional use permit. Adequate parking for daily activities and additional parking, as determined by the zoning administrator, must be provided for shows or other special events.

         e.   All livestock turnout areas and pens shall be enclosed with fences at least five feet (5') in height. The design of these enclosures shall be shown on drawings submitted with the conditional use permit application.

         f.   A specific plan for the physical containment and location of manure storage and/or disposal, which minimizes odor and fly impacts on adjacent lots or parcels, must be provided. The spreading and tilling of manure into the soil of the paddock, pasture or arena areas may be considered manure disposal.

         g.   The applicant must provide a specific program for fly control in barn and stable areas that minimizes the attraction and breeding of flies.

         h.   All activity and pasture areas shall be grassed, sprinkled or treated with regularly tilled organic soil mix for dust suppression.

         i.   With the exception of the principal residence and its accessory structures, upon revocation of the commercial ranch conditional use permit or abandonment of the operation, all structures shall be removed.

         j.   Failure to maintain any of the standards described above is grounds for revocation of the conditional use permit.

         k.   In the review for commercial riding stables, boarding stables, and/or a commercial ranch, the town may also consider lighting, landscaping, hours of operation, signage, plan of operation, and neighborhood impact.

      6.   Secondary residential dwellings, in conjunction with a farm, to meet the residential needs of farm employees, provided it complies with the following standards:

         a.   The residential units for farm employees shall not be used for any commercial or nonresidential uses, leased to nonfarm employees and/or otherwise used for income purposes.

         b.   A recreational vehicle may be used for accessory agricultural living purposes, provided it is placed only within the buildable area of the lot, and shall not be occupied for more than four (4) months out of any twelve (12) month period.

      7.   Kennels for the boarding or lodging, breeding, or training of small domesticated animals, such as dogs and cats, provided the animals are kept within the confines of an exercise area and a sound attenuated kennel. Animals shall not run at large and shall not number more than four (4) animals per acre with a total of no more than eighty (80) animals under any circumstance. A specific plan for the physical containment and location of waste storage and/or disposal, which minimizes odor and fly impacts on adjacent lots or parcels, must be provided. All kennels shall comply with town and/or state licensing requirements.

      8.   Amateur (ham) radio towers and antennas.

   B.   RR-2.5 Single Residence District: The following uses are permitted in the RR-2.5 single residence district only after review and approval of a conditional use permit in accordance with section 10-3-4 of this title. Conditional uses are subject to all other applicable standards of this title and those requirements that may reasonably be imposed by the town council. If a specific use is not listed as either a permitted use or a conditional use, it is prohibited.

      1.   Commercial riding stables, boarding stables, and/or commercial ranch, only after it has been found to be in compliance with the following standards:

         a.   The site contains at least ten (10) acres.

         b.   There shall be no more than four (4) animal units (AU) per acre with a total of no more than forty (40) animals per facility at any given time under any circumstance.

         c.   Shall comply with the standards outlined in subsections A5b through A5k of this section.

      2.   Kennels for the boarding or lodging, breeding, or training of small domesticated animals, such as dogs and cats, provided the animals are kept within the confines of an exercise run and a sound attenuated kennel. All kennels shall comply with town and/or state licensing requirements.

      3.   Amateur (ham) radio towers and antennas.

      4.   Guest ranch and/or dude ranch operations, provided that the following standards shall apply:

         a.   No more than four (4) bedrooms per residence may be used for the business.

         b.   No more than two (2) adult persons per room.

         c.   One off street, nontandem parking space per bedroom.

   C.   R1-43, R1-18, R1-10, R1-7 Single Residence Districts: The following uses are permitted in the R1-43, R1-18, R1-10 and R1-7 single residence district only after review and approval of a conditional use permit in accordance with section 10-3-4 of this title. Conditional uses are subject to all other applicable standards of this title and those requirements that may be imposed by the town council. If a specific use is not listed as either a permitted use or a conditional use, it is prohibited.

      1.   Private schools, including charter schools, with a curriculum substantially the same as customarily offered in public schools.

      2.   Amateur (ham) radio towers and antennas. (Ord. 03-2005, 9-6-2005)

   A.   The following uses are permitted in the R1-43, R1-18, R1-10 and R-7 single residence districts only after review and approval of a temporary use permit, in accordance with section 10-3-5 of this title. Temporary uses are subject to all other applicable standards of this title and those requirements that may be imposed by the zoning administrator or board of adjustment. If a specific use is not listed as a permitted use, a conditional use, or a temporary use, it is prohibited.

      1.   Model homes or temporary sales office pertaining to the sale of homes being constructed in the immediate subdivision. In the review for a model home or sales office, the town may consider lighting, landscaping, hours of operation, signage, parking, duration, and neighborhood impact. Approval may be granted for a two (2) year period, or until all lots in the subdivision are sold, whichever occurs first.

      2.   Temporary construction site trailer pertinent to the construction of the homes and public improvements within the immediate subdivision. (Ord. 03-2005, 9-6-2005)

   A.   Site Design Standards: Housing should foster a sense of neighborhood among nearby residents and a sense of community through linkage with surrounding neighborhoods.

      1.   All new residential developments (subdivisions) shall be subject to all requirements set forth in the Parker subdivision ordinance.

      2.   All new residential development (subdivisions) shall include a pedestrian and bicycle multiuse pathway as part of the required open space which shall be designed, located and oriented to provide: a) high pedestrian and bicycle accessibility within and around the development; b) connections to adjacent developments to enhance a structure of continuous open space throughout the community; and c) a buffer between less developed, less densely developed lands and urban development patterns.

      3.   New development (subdivisions) adjacent to rural residential, or less developed land uses must provide a landscaped open space buffer of sufficient width inward from the property line, with the open space buffer oriented and designed in a manner to connect to the open space, pedestrian and trail systems within the development and those in adjoining developments.

      4.   The use of alleyways with rear garage configurations, entry access points, and adjacent vehicular parking areas is encouraged and may be considered as a primary means of access to a residential lot.

      5.   Developments containing alleyways shall plan and design the alleyways as a secure pedestrianway that links to the neighborhood pedestrian and bicycle multiuse pathways and open space system.

      6.   The residential structure should have a strong relationship to the neighborhood street. A walkway from the street to the front entry is strongly encouraged.

   B.   Open Space Standards:

      1.   All residential developments (subdivisions) shall provide a minimum fifteen percent (15%) net acreage as open space or as required by the Parker subdivision ordinance, whichever is greater. "Net acres" shall be defined as the total acres exclusive of the area required for arterial or collector street right of way dedications, any commercial or industrial lands, and school/public site reservations.

      2.   Not more than fifty percent (50%) of the required open space for any residential development (subdivisions) shall be attributed to golf course use or ancillary golf uses.

      3.   Private (subdivision) open space areas should be designated as a tract, which is owned and maintained by a homeowners' association.

      4.   If the open space area (subdivision) is to be dedicated for public use it shall be located to provide access and physical connections to adjacent neighborhoods and to the community open space network and trail system or to provide protection to adjacent public lands.

   C.   Architectural Requirements:

      1.   Mirrored surfaces or reflective treatment that changes or enhances ordinary glass into a mirrored surface is prohibited. Bright untarnished metallic surfaces, including roof materials, shall be chemically treated so they are nonreflective.

      2.   Paint and material colors shall have a light reflective value (LRV) no greater than forty percent (40%). Limited use of contrasting accenting colors in excess of forty percent (40%) LRV for small elements such as entryways and special architectural features of the building may be allowed.

      3.   Roof mounted mechanical equipment is prohibited. Mechanical equipment, propane tanks, coolers, water filters and similar utility equipment shall be installed at ground level or wall mounted and shall be screened from public view and designed to appear as an integral part of the building.

      4.   The residence shall have a permanent foundation and a garage or carport the design and materials of which shall be compatible with the main structure. In RR-20, RR-2.5 and R1-43 zoning districts the garage area shall not exceed thirty five percent (35%) of the front face plane of the residential structure. In R1-18, R1-10 and R1-7 the garage area shall not exceed forty five percent (45%) of the front face plane of the residential structure.

      5.   Detached garages and side entry garages are strongly encouraged.

      6.   Front porches and courtyards are strongly encouraged and should provide a pedestrian connection, other than the driveway, to the street.

      7.   Open gable roofs, emphasizing the lack of detail, should be avoided. Rooflines with differing heights and style combinations, stepping, or different orientations are strongly encouraged.

      8.   All exterior elevations of a residential structure shall provide architectural detailing, not just the front elevation.

      9.   Window embellishments shall be provided on all houses by adding architectural features which enhance the elevations, e.g., sturdy synthetic wood substitutes, greater variation of window design, different window styles, tile inlays and recesses, structural popouts, gabled roof features over the windows, etc. Such features must be added to all of the exterior elevations of the house to provide interest and relief.

      10.   All multi-story houses shall be constructed so that the vertical plane of the second floor front and rear elevation is set back a minimum distance of four feet (4') from the vertical plane of the ground floor front and rear elevation. This should also apply to the side elevations of all houses that abut an arterial street on the side.

      11.   All tract home developments shall have a minimum of four (4) floor plans, with a minimum of three (3) distinctly different elevations for each floor plan. Additionally, a minimum of three (3) colors of roof material, three (3) styles of garage doors and three (3) exterior paint colors shall be required to further promote visual interest and architectural diversity. The same elevations shall not be utilized across from or adjacent to each other. (Ord. 03-2005, 9-6-2005)

   A.   All single residence construction shall require an administrative site plan review, for compliance with this title, prior to issuance of a building permit. All construction projects shall comply with the submittal requirements as outlined on the residential site plan review application form obtained from the town. The required fee shall accompany all applications. (Ord. 03-2005, 9-6-2005)

   A.   General Provisions: The general provisions in chapter 11 of this title shall apply.

   B.   Parking Regulations: The parking regulations are as provided in chapter 13 of this title.

   C.   Outdoor Lighting: All outdoor lighting shall comply with chapter 14 of this title.

   D.   Signs: All signage shall comply with chapter 15 of this title. (Ord. 03-2005, 9-6-2005)

The chart, which follows, specifies the minimum lot sizes, minimum lot width, maximum building heights, minimum yard setbacks, and maximum lot coverage percentages.

   TABLE 1

   SINGLE RESIDENCE DISTRICTS

 

Notes:

   1.   Lot width on corner lots shall be increased by 10 feet.

   2.   Standards for lots located within "Parker Central".

   3.   Standards for lots located within "Parker South".

(Ord. 03-2005, 9-6-2005)