The intent of the RS (Residential Suburban) district is to provide for the development of single-family residential subdivisions on lots exceeding the size which generally will be found in the R-1 (Single-Family Residential) district. It is anticipated this zoning district will be used to buffer previously developed subdivisions, which have lot sizes of one (1) acre or greater, as well as adjacent to areas indicated in the master plan to be developed in a rural residential manner, as well as to provide a variety of lot sizes in single-family residential areas. Lot sizes and frontages are expected to be varied throughout the subdivision.

In the RS zoning district, the uses permitted by right and allowed by special use permit are listed in Chapter 17.51, Table of General Uses.

In the RS district, permitted accessory uses shall be as follows:

A.

Accessory to an agricultural operation: Repair shops, tool sheds, garages, barns and silos;

B.

Keeping not more than one (1) transient boarder or roomer;

C.

Accessory loading;

D.

Accessory parking;

E.

The following private structures: garages, tool sheds, tennis courts, swimming pools, recreational structures and other similar structures; provided conditions outlined in Section 17.16.030(F) and (G) are met;

F.

Storing not more than one (1) of the following: unoccupied camper, trailer or boat;

G.

Home occupations, as allowed by Chapter 17.66;

H.

Temporary structures for storage of equipment and materials used in conjunction with construction of a lawfully authorized nonresidential use located on the property not to exceed two (2) years.

In the RS district, additional use regulations shall be as follows:

A.

Distance requirements for the keeping and sheltering of animals and storage of other odor or dust producing substance shall be as prescribed in SMC 6.08.020.

B.

No accessory agricultural building shall be located within thirty (30) feet of any plot line.

C.

Public utility rights-of-way, substations, pumping stations, and municipal and civic buildings shall be housed in structures that harmonize with the character of the neighborhood, and where adjoining residential zones shall have a buffer of fifty (50) feet except that the Planning Commission may reduce the width of buffer areas where local conditions deem such reduction to be reasonable. Buffer areas shall be adequately screened in accordance with Chapter 17.74 and shall be subject to performance standards procedure and site plan approval by the Planning Commission.

D.

In addition to the particular requirements listed for any use by special permit, the Governing Body may require, where reasonable or appropriate, fences and other safety devices, landscaping, screening, access roads and buffer areas as required.

E.

Buffer areas of fifty (50) feet shall be required for special permit uses, with the exception of home occupations requiring a special permit; however; the Governing Body may reduce the width of buffer areas where local conditions and substitute protection for neighboring properties is reasonably indicated. Buffer areas shall always be landscaped, screened and maintained in harmony with the landscaping and natural growth in the neighborhood.

F.

Tool sheds, utility sheds, playhouses and greenhouses that are not considered permanent structures under the currently adopted building code are permitted, provided they are located in the rear yards, and are not located closer than five (5) feet of any side yard or rear plot line, or within any platted building setback line. These structures shall be located at least fifteen (15) feet from the principal building. Refer to Section 17.60.010C for maximum size requirements for accessory structures.

G.

Private tennis courts, swimming pools and similar private recreational structures shall be located in the rear yard and shall not be located within any platted building setback, and shall be a minimum of ten (10) feet from all other plot lines. Outdoor lighting fixtures shall be set back from plot lines a distance equal to the height of the light fixture pole and shall provide directional shielding to prevent any direct illumination of adjoining properties.

H.

Day care homes and group day care homes shall complete fire safety inspections prior to requesting a special use permit. Additionally, the required play areas shall be fenced.

I.

Co-Living Groups and Rooming Houses are prohibited in the RS District.

(Ord. 3419, 2022)

A.

Maximum height: The maximum height requirement in the RS district is forty-five (45) feet in height, with a maximum of three (3) stories in height.

B.

Minimum lot area. The minimum lot area in the RS district is twelve thousand (12,000) square feet for all uses.

C.

Minimum lot width: Ninety (90) feet along a public or platted private street.

D.

Minimum yard setback requirements.

1.

Front yard: Thirty-five (35) feet.

2.

Rear yard: Thirty-five (35) feet for single-family residential uses, and forty (40) feet for other permitted or special uses (excluding home occupations).

3.

Side yard: Fifteen (15) feet.