Provo City Zoning Code
14.5019 McClellan
Court Project Redevelopment Option Zone
(1) Each lot or parcel in the McClellan Court PRO zone shall have, on the same lot or parcel, automobile parking sufficient to comply and be designed according to the requirements of Chapter 14.37, Provo City Code. All parking spaces shall be built as described in Section 14.37.090, Provo City Code, and shall be provided with paved concrete access from a public street. Paved access for five (5) or less parking spaces shall have a width of at least twelve (12) feet. Paved access for six (6) or more spaces shall have a width of at least sixteen (16) feet for two (2) way traffic.
(2) If paved access acts conjointly as a fire apparatus access hammerhead, the access shall have a width of at least twenty (20) feet and shall be designed as shown in Figure 14.50(19).230(c).
14.50(19).010 Purpose and Objectives.
The purpose of the McClellan Court Project Redevelopment Option (PRO) zone is to develop owner-occupied units in the Franklin South and other similar neighborhoods. This zone has been created to implement the goals of the General Plan to encourage owner-occupancy and to remove blighted residential properties. The standards set forth herein are intended to encourage long term stability through home ownership; to enhance the quality of the neighborhood through compatible residential design; and to reinforce neighborhood architectural character through the use of compatible building materials and landscaping.
14.50(19).020 Compliance with Titles 14 and 15 Required.
14.50(19).030 Permitted Uses.
(1) Those uses or categories of uses as listed herein, and no others, are permitted in the McClellan Court PRO zone.
(2) All uses listed herein are listed by number as designated in the Standard Land Use Code published and maintained by the Planning Commission. Specific uses are identified by a four (4) digit number in which all digits are whole numbers. Classes or groupings of such uses permitted in the zone are identified by a four (4) digit number in which the last one or two digits are zeros.
(3) All such categories listed herein and all specific uses contained within them in the Standard Land Use Code will be permitted in the McClellan Court PRO zone, subject to the limitations set forth herein.
(4) Permitted Principal Uses. The following principal uses and structures, and no others, are permitted in the McClellan Court PRO zone:
Use No. | Use Classification |
One-family dwelling - detached | |
Electric transmission right-of-way (identifies areas where the surface is devoted exclusively to the right-of-way of the activity) | |
Gas pipeline right-of-way (identifies areas where the surface is devoted exclusively to the right-of-way of the activity) | |
Water pipeline right-of-way (identifies areas where the surface is devoted exclusively to the right-of-way of the activity. | |
Sewage pipeline right-of-way (identifies areas where surface is devoted exclusively to right-of-way activity) | |
Combination utilities right-of-way (identifies areas where surface is devoted exclusively to right-of-way activity) | |
Storm drain or right-of-way (predominantly covered pipes or boxes) | |
Religious activities | |
Parks |
(5) Permitted Accessory Uses. Accessory uses and structures are permitted in the McClellan Court PRO zone, provided they are incidental to and do not substantially alter the character of the permitted principal use or structure. Such permitted accessory uses and structures include, but are not limited to, the following:
(a) accessory buildings, such as garages (excluding carports), bath houses, greenhouses, gardening sheds, recreation rooms and similar structures which are customarily used in conjunction with, and incidental to, a principal use or structure;
(b) swimming pools and incidental bath houses subject to the standards of Section 14.34.210, Provo City Code;
(c) vegetable and flower gardens and noncommercial orchards;
(d) home occupations subject to the regulations of Chapter 14.41, Provo City Code;
(e) storage of materials used for construction of a building, including the contractor’s temporary office, provided that such use is on the building site or immediately adjacent hereto, and provided further that such use shall be permitted only during the construction period and thirty (30) days thereafter; and
(f) Household pets, provided that no more than two (2) dogs and two (2) cats six (6) months of age or older shall be kept at any residence or commercial establishment at any time. Nothing herein shall be construed as authorizing the keeping of any animal capable of inflicting harm or discomfort or endangering the health and safety of any person or property.
(6) Conditional Uses. There are no conditional uses permitted in the McClellan Court PRO zone.
14.50(19).040 Single Ownership and Control.
Land within the McClellan Court PRO zone shall be in single ownership or single control during design and construction to insure conformance with these provisions and all conditions imposed upon preliminary and final development plans. Completed units may be owned by an individual, corporation, and other legally recognized entity. Common open space areas, if any, shall be managed by a homeowners association created in conformance with Utah State law.
14.50(19).050 Project Area.
14.50(19).060 Minimum Finished Floor Area.
The minimum finished floor area of a dwelling unit in the McClellan Court PRO zone shall be one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet for attached or detached units. Each unit shall have a basement of no less than five hundred eighty (580) square feet which may be unfinished.
14.50(19).070 Plat Requirements.
Each dwelling unit in the McClellan Court PRO zone shall be built on a planned unit development platted building pad meeting the minimum building pad width and depth requirements described in this Chapter or shall be built on a platted lot meeting the minimum area, width, depth and frontage requirements set forth in this Chapter.
14.50(19).080 Building Pad Width and Depth Requirements.
14.50(19).090 Lot Area.
14.50(19).100 Lot Width.
14.50(19).110 Lot Depth.
14.50(19).120 Lot Frontage.
Each individual lot in the McClellan Court PRO zone shall abut on a public street for a minimum distance of thirty five (35) feet on a line parallel to the centerline of the street. The flag lot provisions set forth in Section 14.34.140(3), Provo City Code, may be applied to lots in the McClellan Court PRO zone.
14.50(19).130 Yard Requirements.
The following minimum yard requirements shall apply in the McClellan Court PRO zone:
(1) Front Yard. Each dwelling unit or lot in the McClellan Court PRO zone shall have a front yard of not less than fourteen (14) feet.
(2) Side Yard. Each dwelling unit or lot in the McClellan Court PRO zone shall have a side yard of at least five (5) feet on each side unless the sideyard is within a public utility easement. A side yard with such an easement shall be at least eight (8) feet.
(3) Side Yard - Corner Lots. On a corner lot, the side yard contiguous to the street shall be not be less than fourteen (14) feet in width. A side yard used for access to a garage or carport shall not be less than twenty-three (23) feet in width.
(4) Side Yard - Driveway. See Section 14.37.100, Provo City Code.
(5) Accessory Buildings Within Buildable area. An accessory building which is located within the buildable area for a main dwelling shall:
(a) have a building footprint and height less than the main dwelling;
(b) comply with all lot coverage requirements;
(c) comply with the latest adopted edition of the International Building code; and
(d) Be used only for accessory uses allowed in the respective zone.
(6) Accessory Building Outside Buildable area. An accessory building which is located outside the buildable area for a main dwelling shall meet the conditions in subsection (5) above and the following:
(a) be no closer to the front property line than the main building;
(b) be no larger than ten (10) percent of the actual lot area of said property;
(c) be set back a minimum of three (3) feet from any property line;
(d) Not be located within a recorded public utility easement, unless a release is secured from the easement holder;
(e) have no portion of the building which exceeds twelve (12) feet in height within ten (10) feet of a property line;
(g) comply with distance between buildings requirements.
(7) Rear Yard. Each dwelling unit or lot in the McClellan Court PRO zone shall have a rear yard of at least five (5) feet unless the rear yard is within a public utility easement. A side yard with such an easement shall be at least eight (8) feet.
14.50(19).140 Projections Into Yards.
(1) The following structures may be erected on or project into any required yard:
(a) fences and walls in conformance with the Provo City Code and other City codes and ordinances;
(b) landscape elements including trees, shrubs, agricultural crops, and other plants; and
(c) necessary appurtenances for utility service.
(2) The structures listed below may project into a minimum front or rear yard not more than four (4) feet, and into a minimum side yard not more than two and one-half (2.5) feet.
(a) cornices, eaves, belt courses, sills, buttresses, or other similar architectural features;
(b) fireplace structures and bays, provided they are not wider than eight (8) feet and are generally parallel to the wall of which they are a part; and
(c) stairways, balconies, door stoops, fire escapes, awnings, and planter boxes or masonry planters.
14.50(19).150 Building Height.
14.50(19).160 Distance Between Buildings.
14.50(19).170 Permissible Lot Coverage.
14.50(19).180 Twin Home Development Standards.
The McClellan Court PRO zone shall supercede the Twin Home Development Standards as set forth in 14.34.340, Provo City Code. The following Twin Home Development Standards shall be satisfied in the McClellan Court PRO zone:
(1) Because twin homes are attached on a building pad line, dwellings shall be designed, granted building permits, and built in pairs.
(2) A masonry wall or approved decorative fence or hedge may surround each pair of lots in accordance with the fencing provisions set forth in this Chapter. A wall, hedge, or decorative fence may include front and rear yard dividers. A rear yard may be divided by a sight obscuring fence, wall, or hedge.
(3) Each side of a twin home shall be separately metered for water and power. Building drains shall be separate as they leave the structure.
14.50(19).190 Parking, Loading and Access.
(1) Each lot or parcel in the McClellan Court PRO zone shall have, on the same lot or parcel, automobile parking sufficient to comply and be designed according to the requirements of Chapter 14.37, Provo City Code. All parking spaces shall be built as described in Section 14.37.090, Provo City Code, and shall be provided with paved concrete access from a public street. Paved access for five (5) or less parking spaces shall have a width of at least twelve (12) feet. Paved access for six (6) or more spaces shall have a width of at least sixteen (16) feet for two (2) way traffic.
(2) If paved access acts conjointly as a fire apparatus access hammerhead, the access shall have a width of at least twenty (20) feet and shall be designed as shown in Figure 14.50(19).230(c).
(3) The “collective driveway” definition set forth in Section 15.03.010, Provo City Code, shall not apply in the McClellan Court PRO zone. A collective driveway shall meet the access requirements set forth above and may service up to four (4) detached or attached dwelling units.
14.50(19).200 Project Plan Approval/Design Review.
Each development in the McClellan Court PRO zone shall comply with Sections 14.04A.020 (Project Plan), 14.34.280 (Design Review), and 14.34.285 (Residential Design Standards), Provo City Code. Each structure shall receive approval from the Design Review Committee prior to the issuance of a building permit. The following specific design standards shall apply to any development in McClellan Court PRO zone:
(1) Building Requirements.
(a) Development design shall include a variety of building colors and textures. Building forms and landscape materials shall be harmonious with existing neighborhood dwellings. Architectural character shall be similar to the historic character of dwellings in the neighborhood. Architectural features should enhance individual identity of each dwelling unit.
(b) Architecture shall harmonize with permanent neighboring development. Diversity of detail and materials among different buildings is encouraged.
(c) Windows, balconies, and porches should be oriented to a public street. Window designs may be varied to reflect the diversity of architecture in a neighborhood.
(d) Roof forms shall harmonize with the architectural character of adjacent buildings; including gable, hip, and pyramid.
(e) Building materials should be durable and suitable for the design in which they are used.
(f) Light fixtures shall be provided at each building entry.
14.50(19).210 Other Requirements.
(1) Signs. Unless otherwise prohibited by law, signs of the type and description listed below, and no others, may be placed and maintained in the McClellan Court PRO zone:
(a) one (1) sign or name plate not exceeding two (2) square feet which identifies the name and/or address of the occupant of each one-family dwelling;
(b) two (2) temporary signs with a maximum area of six (6) square feet each, pertaining to the sale, lease, or rent of the particular building, property, or premises upon which displayed, and no other; and
(c) signs or monuments identifying points of interest or sites of historic significance.
(2) Landscaping. See Section 15.20.080(2)(b), Provo City Code.
(3) Trash Storage. See Section 14.34.080, Provo City Code.
(4) Fencing Standards. See Section 14.34.500, Provo City Code. All parking and driveway areas shall be screened by a four (4) foot sight-obscuring fence located no closer than to the front property line than the front yard setback.
14.50(19).220 Parking and Occupancy Restrictions.
(1) Dwelling unit occupancy in the McClellan Court PRO zone shall be limited to family occupancy as defined by this Title; provided, however, that when a dwelling unit is not occupied by a head of household, the maximum number of related or unrelated individuals who may occupy the unit shall be limited to two (2) individuals and any children of either individual.
(2) Not withstanding any contrary provision in this Title, no accessory apartment or second kitchen shall be permitted in any dwelling unit.
(3) Each owner of a dwelling unit shall be limited to four (4) parking spaces per unit and each unit shall be limited to the operation of four (4) vehicles from the premises at any given time.
14.50(19).230 Street Standards.
The type and arrangement of roadways with the McClellan Court PRO zone shall be in compliance with the provisions of this section and shall supercede Section 15.03.200, Provo City Code. A developments located on or next to a collector or arterial street shall be designed and developed so the public street continues through the project in a logical, safe design. A development located at the end of stubbed local public street may be required to extend the street through the development based on the proposed circulation needs of the area.
(1) Street dedications shall be provided as follows:
(a) A local street right-of-way shall have a width of thirty-two (32) feet.
(b) The minimum width of asphalt wherever curb and gutters are installed (lip to lip of curb) shall be as twenty-eight (26) feet. See Figure 14.50(19).230(a) at the end of this Chapter.
(2) To promote connectivity of the street system for efficient circulation, and to provide future street connections for adjacent undeveloped and potential redevelopment sites, cul-de-sacs are not permitted. Stub streets are required for adjacent property expected to redevelop in the future as reasonably determined by the Planning Commission.
(3) Minimum street grades shall be four tenths (0.4) of one (1) percent. The maximum street grade shall be twelve (12) percent for a local street.
(4) Where the street lines within a block deflect from each other, there should be a connecting curve. The radius of the curve for the center shall be not less than one hundred sixty-five (165) feet for a local street. Local streets shall be designed with horizontal and vertical curves.
(5) Curbs at local street intersections shall be rounded with a curve having a minimum lip of curb radius of fifteen (15) feet.
(6) Specifications for the design of street sub-base, base, hard surfacing, curb and gutters and the treatment of drainage courses shall comply with standard specifications as adopted by the City and administered by the City Engineer. All improvements, other than right-of-way, asphalt width and sidewalk width within a public right-of-way shall conform to the standard drawings and specifications approved by the Engineering Department.
(7) New street names shall not duplicate those already existing. A street, obviously a continuation of another already in existence, shall bear the same name. The numerical system of street designations shall be maintained and extended where possible. Streets that curve, loop, horseshoe, or meander should be given an alphabetical name.
(8) Street signs shall be installed where required by the City Engineer. A fee sign as shown on the Consolidated Fee Schedule adopted by the Municipal Council shall be paid to the Engineering Department prior to final plat approval. The City shall assume the responsibility for installation and maintenance of street signs once the fee has been paid.
(9) All streets shall be public streets and shall be dedicated for public use. The full width of all streets (as described above) within a development shall be dedicated and the roadway paved.
(10) The arrangement of streets in new developments shall make provision for the continuation of the existing streets in adjoining areas (or their proper projection where adjoining land is not subdivided or is expected to redevelop).
(a) Public right-of-way connections shall be made in a manner that will provide safe and convenient access to an existing or planned arterial/collector street, school, park, employment center, commercial area, or similar neighborhood activity center. The connections may be completed over time in phases as part of a required overall street plan.
(b) Public right-of-way shall be extended to adjacent undeveloped, partially developed or expected redevelopment contiguous land in locations which will not prevent the adjoining property from developing consistent with applicable standards.
(11) Sidewalks shall be five (5) feet in width and comply with the latest American Disabilities Act requirements. Sidewalks shall not be contained within a right-of-way but shall be constructed and maintained along front or street sideyard property lines in any development. A pedestrian and utility easement shall be called out and maintained for the sidewalk area. Planter strips of a minimum five (5) feet in width shall be used in all street cross sections right-of-way on one-side of the right-of-way only.
(12) A development with a single point of access (ingress and egress), shall have a maximum average daily vehicle trip volume not higher than two hundred fifty (250) trips. Average daily traffic shall be determined by trip generation rates obtained from the City Traffic Engineer.
(13) Direct driveway access from residential property to collector and arterial streets will generally not be permitted. Access to new residential development shall be provided by local streets. A limited number of driveways to residential property abutting a collector or arterial may be permitted when allowed by the Transportation Master Plan.
(14) If residential units access a stubbed road connection a fire apparatus access hammerhead shall be constructed as illustrated in Figure 14.50(19).230(b) at the end of this Chapter.
(15) No vehicular parking shall be permitted within 20 feet of a fire hydrant on either street side as illustrated in figure 14.50(19).230(c). Such area shall be posted with no parking signs.
(16) Refer to Figures 14.50(19).230(a), 14.50(19).230(b), and 14.50(19).230(c) at the end of this Chapter.
Figure 14.50(19).230(a).
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Figure 14.50(19).230(b).
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Figure 14.50(19).230(c).
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