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Safford City Zoning Code

CHAPTER 17

34. - R-2A DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT

Sec. 17.34.010. - Purpose.

The purpose of this zoning district is to provide for suitable and appropriate duplex housing in locations which are suitable and appropriate.

(Code 1999, § 17.34.010; Ord. No. 13-004, 4-8-2013)

Sec. 17.34.020. - Objectives and characteristics of zone.

The R-2A residential zone covers the portion of the city which is primarily suited for residential development, represented by a mixture of one-family and two-family dwellings plus parks, playgrounds, schools, churches, and other community facilities designed to serve the residents of the zone. This zone is characterized by a more compact and somewhat denser residential development than is allowed in the R1-10 residential zone.

(Code 1999, § 17.34.020; Ord. No. 13-004, 4-8-2013)

Sec. 17.34.030. - Permitted uses.

A.

No use shall be permitted which will emit any offensive odor, dust, or noise beyond the boundaries of the lot upon which such use is located.

B.

Permitted uses include:

1.

Any use permitted in the R1-10 and R1-6 districts;

2.

Two-family dwellings;

3.

Accessory buildings.

4.

One accessory dwelling unit as defined in section 17.08.040.

(Code 1999, § 17.34.030; Ord. No. 13-004, 4-8-2013; Ord. No. O24-008, Exh. A, 10-14-2024)

Sec. 17.34.040. - Other requirements.

A.

Requirements and restrictions pertaining to area and width of lots, the location of buildings and structures, the size of yards and open space, the height and size of buildings, and the percentage of the lot that may be occupied shall be as set forth in chapter 17.68 relating to the R-2 zone.

B.

Lot area per dwelling unit. See section 17.68.010.

C.

See also chapter 17.12.

(Code 1999, § 17.34.040; Ord. No. 13-004, 4-8-2013)