"Infill development" means development in the core area only consisting of either:

1. Construction on one or more vacant legal lots or redevelopment of properties in an area which is mostly developed, or
2. Subdivision or lot line adjustments to property having existing dwelling(s) upon them in order to facilitate development or redevelopment of underutilized or vacant properties (e.g., new construction between 2 existing single-family dwellings).
   

The purpose of this chapter is to provide for and encourage infill development of vacant lots with compatible land uses which offer opportunities to live, work, and shop within a compact area. The intent is to provide opportunities to more fully utilize properties in the City which have ready access to utilities, thus reducing the need for additional infrastructure, reducing long term maintenance costs, and promoting the revitalization and beautification of properties which may be vacant, blighted, or difficult to develop due to size or physical constraints. Uses should not conflict with the objectives and characteristics of any zone, or with the General Plan. (Ord. 10-01-2014, 10-1-2014, eff. 10-2-2014)

Infill development standards may be applied to no more than three (3) lots within a proposed development. Infill properties may be eligible for a reduction in the lot area and frontage requirements stipulated within the zoning classification in which the property is located. Use of these infill standards requires Planning Commission approval through City subdivision review processes. The following standards shall apply: (Ord. 10-01-2014, 10-1-2014, eff. 10-2-2014)

1. Infill Reduction:
   1. A proposed lot area may be reduced by no more than twenty percent (20%) of the underlying zone standard.
   2. A proposed frontage may be reduced by no more than twenty percent (20%) of the underlying zone standard.
   3. Except as provided for architectural considerations in paragraph B, all new construction must comply with setbacks of the underlying zone. Existing dwellings, which are to remain as part of an infill development, may have reduced rear setbacks to a minimum setback of fifteen feet (15'), so long as all other setbacks and lot standards are met relative to the remaining dwelling. (Ord. 03-01-2017, 3-8-2017, eff. 3-9-2017)
2. Architectural Considerations: The following architectural requirements must be demonstrated prior to a building permit being given for construction on an infill property:
   1. Architectural Styles: Architectural styles indicative of the 1890 - 1920 period should be utilized. These include Queen Anne, folk Victorian, shingle style, craftsman (arts and crafts), bungalow, American foursquare, or neoclassical.
   2. Porches: Porch areas should be utilized to provide emphasis to the dwelling area. Porches must be a minimum of five feet (5') deep and should run the width of the dwelling area facing the front lot line. Porch areas may encroach into the front setback of an infill lot by five feet (5') unless otherwise specified in the underlying zone.
   3. Building Materials: Elevations facing public rights-of-way must have a minimum fifty percent (50%) coverage of brick or masonry materials. The use of smooth faced concrete block, prefabricated steel panels, EIFS (stucco) or concrete siding materials will not count toward the minimum masonry requirement unless consistent with the architectural style of home proposed. Vinyl or aluminum siding is prohibited except in areas immediately under gable areas or on second story pop out features (e.g., box window, etc.).
3. Landscaping: All front and visible side yard landscaping and maintenance systems shall be installed prior to a certificate of occupancy being granted. Where landscaping cannot be completed before October in the same year construction begins, a certificate of occupancy may be granted if a cash bond for completion of the landscaping is provided to Santaquin City. Bond amounts shall be determined by the City Engineer consistent with the City development bonding regulations. Landscaping must be installed within six (6) months of bond posting. (Ord. 10-01-2014, 10-1-2014, eff. 10-2-2014)