(a)

Overlay districts. The zoning code repeal and recreation of 2024 created ability for special overlay zoning districts. An overlay district becomes a part of the zoning ordinance and mapping when it is adopted by the city council. Overlay districts in South Beloit are intended to be created for certain identified geographic areas where the city would like specific standards applied above and beyond the requirements of the general zoning district on which the property resides within.

An example is where the city may wish to create specific design standards for a group of properties where a new development direction is sought. The city can adopt an overlay district, along with specific design standards, that will then have to apply to new or infill developments in these geographical areas.

Overlay district pursuance and adoption is only intended for city use, not by petition from an outside source.

(b)

Use. When a property is within an overlay district certain restrictions can apply regarding the development and redevelopment of the property subject to PZC approvals. The adopted documents governing the specified geographic areas are found in the office of the zoning administrator and are subject to amendment from time to time by the PZC and city council.

(c)

Purpose. The general purpose of an overlay district is to aide the zoning administrator and PZC in planning, design, and redesign of the built environment of the City of South Beloit so as to enhance its visual character, and avoid monotony. These standards will also assist in fostering sound, functional, attractive and quality development. The provisions shall be liberally construed in favor of the city and shall be considered as minimum standards.

(d)

Adopted overlay districts.

(1)

DGO-1: Downtown design district.

a.

Purpose: The general purpose of a design guide is to aide the zoning administrator and PZC in planning, design, and redesign of the built environment of the City of South Beloit within the confines of downtown properties along Blackhawk Boulevard and Gardner Street so as to enhance its visual character, and avoid monotony. These standards will also assist in fostering sound, functional, attractive and quality development. The provisions shall be liberally construed in favor of the city and shall be considered as minimum standards.

(2)

DGO-2: Exit 1 Gateway design district.

a.

Purpose: The general purpose of a design guide is to aide the zoning administrator and PZC in planning, design, and redesign of the built environment of the City of South Beloit within the confines of the gateway properties along Exit 1 of Interstate 90 and along Gardner Street so as to enhance its visual character, and avoid monotony. These standards will also assist in fostering sound, functional, attractive and quality development. The provisions shall be liberally construed in favor of the city and shall be considered as minimum standards.

(Ord. of 5-6-2024)