Sergeant Bluff, IA Zoning Ordinance

1. Intent. This district is intended to provide for low-density residential neighborhoods, characterized by lots with a minimum of 15,000 square feet of area for single-family, single-family attached (2 units), and duplex residential use, all other uses shall have a minimum area of 2 acres.

2. Compatible Land Use Categories. The following land use categories identified in Section 165B.09 of this Zoning Code. Specific uses within the land use categories may be allowed as a permitted use, conditional use, and temporary use, or not permitted. Refer to Section 165B.09 to determine the level allowed.

A. Agriculture and Horticulture Uses

B. Residential Living

C. Residential/Commercial Institutions

D. Community Services/Civic Uses

E. Treatment, Rehabilitation, and Incarceration Facilities

F. Public Parks and Open Space

G. Public/Private Utilities and Communication Services

H. Warehousing and Storage

I. Accessory Uses

3. Permitted Uses. Permitted uses are allowed outright provided the uses and/or structure meet the minimum bulk requirements of the district.

4. Conditional Uses. Conditional uses are subject to any conditions listed in this section as well as any conditions relating to the placement of said use on a specific tract of ground in the RS150 District as heard and approved by the Board of Adjustment.

5. Temporary Uses. Temporary uses may be permitted provided a temporary use permit is obtained and said temporary use is eliminated at the expiration of the permit. See Section 165A.30.

6. Accessory Uses and Structures. Refer to the definitions of accessory uses and structures, as well as Table 165B.09 and Sections within 165A for more detail.

7. Height and Lot Requirements. The height and minimum lot requirements shall be as follows:

Use	Lot Area	Lot Width	Front Yard	Rear Yard	Side Yard	Street Side Yard	Maximum Height	Maximum Building Coverage
Single-family dwelling	15,000 sq. ft.	100 feet	40 feet	35 feet	10 feet	20 feet	30 feet	25 percent
Single-family attached (2 units)	7,500 sq. ft. per unit	50 feet per unit	40 feet	35 feet	10 feet*	20 feet	30 feet	25 percent
Two-Family/Duplex	7,500 sq. ft per unit	50 feet per unit	40 feet	35 feet	10 feet*	20 feet	30 feet	25 percent
Other permitted uses	2 acres	100 feet	40 feet	35 feet	10 feet*	20 feet	30 feet	25 percent
Conditional uses	2 acres	100 feet	40 feet	35 feet	10 feet*	20 feet	30 feet	25 percent
Accessory buildings/Structures	--	--	40 feet	5** feet	NP	20 feet	20 feet	30 percent
Common wall shall have a zero-lot line setback and shall be located on the property line separating both dwellings * Accessory buildings/structures shall be placed a minimum of five feet from any property line, the main dwelling, or any other accessory building/structure. If easements are present, placement of the accessory building/structure shall also be in accordance with the restrictions of the easement.

(Ord. 764 – Aug. 25 Supp.)

8. Special Requirements. For single-family attached and duplexes only, the following apply to all new construction of these residential types.

A. Each unit is separated by a two-hour fire rated wall from the lowest level and continuing through the roof structure.

B. Each unit shall be serviced by separate local utilities.

C. When each unit is in separate ownership, the accompanying lot shall not be in common ownership with any other unit.

D. No more than two units shall be connected in this district.

(Ord. 729 - Dec. 22 Supp)

Sergeant Bluff City Zoning Code

165B.11 RS150