Twinsburg City Zoning Code
TITLE TWO
Zone, District and Overlay Regulations
1105.01 ESTABLISHMENT OF ZONES, DISTRICTS, AND OVERLAYS.
(a) Applicability. The provisions for each zone, district, and overlay shall set minimum and maximum standards, as applicable, and shall apply uniformly to each zone, except as hereinafter provided or as otherwise legally granted by issuance of approvals required or allowed in this Code.
(b) Zones, Districts, and Overlays. The zones, districts and overlays provided in Table 1105.01-A: Zone, District and Overlay Names and Map Symbols are hereby established for the City of Twinsburg. Land within said areas shall be designated on the Zoning Map by the indicated symbols.
Zone/District/ Overlay Categories | Zone/District/Overlay Symbol | Zone/District/Overlay Name |
Single-Unit Residential Zones | ||
R-2 | Single-Unit Residential Zone | |
R-3 | Single-Unit Residential Zone | |
R-4 | Single-Unit Residential Zone | |
R-5 | Single-Unit Cluster/Open Space Zone | |
Multi-Unit Residential Zone | ||
R-6 | Multi-Unit Residential Zone | |
Mixed-Residential Zone | ||
R-7 | Senior Residence Zone | |
Commercial and Mixed-Use Zones/District | ||
PUD | Planned Development Zone | |
C-1 | Local Commercial Zone | |
C-2 | Community Commercial Zone | |
C-3 | Interchange Business Zone | |
DWTN | Downtown District | |
I-1 | Intensive Commercial and Light Industrial Zone | |
I-M | Innovation & Manufacturing Zone | |
PF | Public Facilities Zone | |
Overlays | ||
FD | Flood Damage Reduction Overlay | |
RO | Riparian Overlay | |
(c) Purpose of Overlays, Generally. Overlays modify specified provisions of the underlying zone or district. Except where expressly provided otherwise, the provisions of an overlay shall modify and supersede any separate conflicting provisions within this Code.
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1105.02 OFFICIAL ZONING MAP.
(a) Zoning Map Established. The boundaries of the established zones, districts, and overlays are indicated upon the Zoning Map for the City of Twinsburg, Ohio. This Zoning Map, together with all explanatory matters thereon, is hereby made a part of this Code and attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit (A).
(b) Location of Zoning Map. The Zoning Map is properly attested and is on file in the offices of the Twinsburg Engineering Department.
(c) Mapped Geographies. No provision within this Title 2 - Zone, District and Overlay Regulations shall be construed to require or limit the location of any zone, district, or overlay on the Zoning Map. Amendments to the Zoning Map are allowed and shall follow the provisions of Section 1124.02 - Text and Map Amendment.
(d) Interpretation of Zoning Map. The boundaries of the Zoning Map shall be interpreted according to the applicable provisions of Section 1103.01 - General Interpretations.
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.01 R-2 SINGLE-UNIT RESIDENTIAL ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to provide for low-density, large-lot residential development.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-A: Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each residential zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-A: Residential Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each residential zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.01-A: R-2 Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.01-B: R-2 Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed
(A) = Allowed as Accessory Use
| Use-Specific Standards
| R-2 Zone
|
Use Name
| ||
RESIDENTIAL USES
| ||
One-Unit Dwelling
| ∙ | |
NON-RESIDENTIAL USES
| ||
Telecommunication Tower
| ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Outdoor
| ‚ (1) | |
Religious Institution
| ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES
| ||
Attached Accessory Dwelling Unit
| (A) | |
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses
| (A) | |
Home Occupation
| (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System
| (A)
| |
Wind Energy Turbine
| (A) | |
Table Notes
(1) Conditionally permitted on HOA or publicly owned lands
| ||
Standards | R-2 Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | 1 acre |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | 40% |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | 110 feet |
SETBACKS AND BUILDINGS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 100 feet |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 75 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 20 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Principal Dwelling Floor Area (min.) | 1,500 square feet (1) |
Table Notes (1) Replacement of nonconforming dwellings shall be subject to the provisions of Title 5 - Nonconformities | |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.02 R-3 SINGLE-UNIT RESIDENTIAL ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to accommodate a medium-density residential development type with sufficient open space for public enjoyment and environmental benefits.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-A: Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each residential zone.
(2) Shall govern the dimensional development standard within each residential zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.02-A: R-3 Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.02-B: R-3 Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | R-3 Zone |
Use Name | ||
RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
One-Unit Dwelling | ∙ | |
NON-RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Outdoor | ‚ (1) | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES | ||
Attached Accessory Dwelling Unit | (A) | |
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Home Occupation | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Table Notes (1) Conditionally permitted on HOA or publicly owned lands | ||
Standards | R-3 Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | 19,000 square feet |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | 40% |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) (1) | 20% |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | 100 feet |
SETBACKS AND BUILDINGS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 60 feet |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 15 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Principal Dwelling Floor Area (min.) | 1,500 square feet (2) |
Table Notes (1) Conditionally permitted on HOA or publicly owned lands (2) Replacement of nonconforming dwellings shall be subject to the provisions of Title 5 - Nonconformities | |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.03 R-4 SINGLE-UNIT RESIDENTIAL ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to accommodate one-unit dwellings at a slightly higher density than that permitted in the R-3 Zone.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-A: Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each residential zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-A: Residential Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each residential zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.03-A: R-4 Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.03-B: R-4 Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | R-4 Zone |
Use Name | ||
RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
One-Unit Dwelling | ∙ | |
NON-RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Outdoor | ‚ (1) | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES | ||
Attached Accessory Dwelling Unit | (A) | |
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Home Occupation | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Table Notes (1) Conditionally permitted on HOA or publicly owned lands | ||
Standards | R-4 Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | 13,600 square feet |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | 35% |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) (1) | 35% (1) |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | 75 feet |
SETBACKS AND BUILDINGS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 10 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Principal Dwelling Floor Area (min.) | 1,500 square feet (2) |
Table Notes (1) Conditionally permitted on HOA or publicly owned lands (2) Replacement of nonconforming dwellings shall be subject to the provisions of Title 5 - Nonconformities | |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.04 R-5 SINGLE-UNIT OPEN SPACE/CLUSTER ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to allow a greater concentration of residential uses, to allow flexibility and utilization of space to obtain a more urban environment compared with less-dense zones, to accommodate contiguous and clustered one-unit dwellings, and to create functional and interesting residential areas that meet a variety of living arrangement preferences and needs.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-A: Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each residential zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-A: Residential Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each residential zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.04-A: R-5 Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.04-B: R-5 Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | R-5 Zone |
Use Name | ||
RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
One-Unit Dwelling | ‚ | |
Attached One-Unit Dwellings | ‚ (1) | |
NON-RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Outdoor | ‚ (2) | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES | ||
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Home Occupation | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Table Notes (1) Not more than four (4) single family cluster units may be attached in any building group. (2) Conditionally permitted on HOA or publicly owned lands | ||
Standards | R-5 Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | See table note (1) |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | 40% |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) | 35% |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | See table note (1) |
SETBACKS AND BUILDINGS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | See table note (2) |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | See table note (3) |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | See table note (4) |
Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Principal Dwelling Floor Area (min.) | 1,400 square feet (5) |
Table Notes: (1) This requirement is established through a site plan review in accordance with Section 1123.01 - Site Plan Review. All developments in the R-5 Zone shall not exceed a maximum density of 3.5 units/acre. (2) Within the R-5 Zone, dwellings shall be setback a minimum of 30 feet from the nearest edge of the street or sidewalk pavement. (3) Within the R-5 Zone, dwellings shall be setback a minimum of 50 feet from a rear lot line that abuts a lot improved with a one-unit dwelling or a commercial or industrial zone boundary. (4) Within the R-5 Zone, dwellings shall provide a minimum separation of 10 feet from separate dwellings, and a minimum separation of 25 feet from common open spaces. (5) Replacement of nonconforming dwellings shall be subject to the provisions of Title 5 - Nonconformities. | |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.05 R-6 MULTI-UNIT ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to provide for apartments and multi-unit dwellings designed to meet the varying housing needs of the City's present and future populations.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-A: Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each residential zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-A: Residential Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each residential zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.05-A: R-6 Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.05-B: R-6 Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | R-6 Zone |
Use Name | ||
RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
Attached One-Unit Dwelling | ‚ | |
Multi-Unit Dwelling | ‚ | |
NON-RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Outdoor | ‚ | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES | ||
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Home Occupation | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Standards | R-6 Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | 8,712 square feet per unit |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | 50% |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | 200 feet |
SETBACKS AND BUILDINGS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 45 feet |
Principal Dwelling Floor Area (min.) | N/A |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.06 R-7 SENIOR RESIDENCE ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established in recognition of the special nature of the housing needs of elderly persons in areas of the City in which the location of such housing would be in accordance with the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-A: Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each residential zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-A: Residential Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each residential zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.06-A: R-7 Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.06-B: R-7 Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | R-7 Zone |
Use Name | ||
RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
Multi-Unit Dwelling | ‚ | |
One-Unit Dwelling | ‚ | |
Life Care Facility | ∙ | |
NON-RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Outdoor | ‚ | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES | ||
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Home Occupation | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Standards | R-7 Zone (Multi-Unit) (1) | R-7 Zone (One-Unit) (2) |
LOT STANDARDS | ||
Lot Area (min.) | 3,630 square feet per unit | 8,712 square feet per cluster unit |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | 60% | 50% |
SETBACKS AND BUILDINGS | ||
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | From a local road: 35 feet From a non-local road: 50 feet | 35 feet |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet | 50 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 35 feet | 35 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 45 feet | 35 feet |
Principal Dwelling Floor Area (min.) | N/A | 1,100 square feet (3) |
Table Notes: (1) The standards of this column apply to properties with multi-unit uses within the R-7 zone. (2) The standards of this column apply to properties with one-unit uses within the R-7 zone. (3) Replacement of nonconforming dwellings shall be subject to the provisions of Title 5 -Nonconformities. | ||
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.07 PUD PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to provide for large-scale residential development along with commercial use areas in an integrated and harmonious manner, accommodating a variety of housing types with common open space areas within a single development area.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-A: Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each residential zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-A: Residential Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each residential zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.07-A: PUD Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.07-B: PUD Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | PUD Zone |
Use Name | ||
RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
One-Unit Dwelling | ∙ | |
Attached One-Unit Dwelling | ‚ | |
Life-Care Facilities | ‚ | |
Multi-Unit Dwelling | ∙ | |
NON-RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
Child Day Care Center | ‚ | |
Drive-Up Service Window | ‚ | |
Group Fitness Instruction | ‚ | |
Office (Medical) | ∙ | |
Office (Non-Medical) | ∙ | |
Recreation Use, Outdoor | ‚ (1) | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
Retail Sales (Perishable Goods) | ∙ | |
Retail Sales (Non-Perishable Goods) | ∙ | |
Service-Oriented Use | ∙ | |
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES | ||
Attached Accessory Dwelling Unit | (A) | |
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Automotive Charging Service | (A) | |
Home Occupation | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Table Notes: (1) Conditionally permitted on HOA or publicly owned lands | ||
Standards | PUD Zone (1) |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | See table notes 1 and 2 |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | 30% |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) | 20% of gross development area acreage |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | 90 feet |
SETBACKS AND BUILDINGS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 15 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
Principal Dwelling Floor Area (min.) | 1,500 square feet (3) |
Table Notes: (1) The dimensional standards applicable to individual PUD developments that are made part of a duly executed development agreement with the City of Twinsburg may be modified where such development agreement applies specific dimensional standards. Where a duly executed development agreement for a PUD is silent on a given dimensional standard, the applicable standard(s) of this table shall govern. (2) PUDs require a minimum development area of 200 acres. (3) Replacement of nonconforming dwellings shall be subject to the provisions of Title 5 - Nonconformities | |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.08 C-1 LOCAL COMMERCIAL ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to accommodate commercial uses primarily focused on the sale of retail goods and personal services that are purchased frequently for daily or weekly needs. This zone is further intended to support groupings of establishments located on unified sites.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-B: Non-Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each commercial zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-B: Commercial and Public Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each commercial zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.08-A: C-1 Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.08-B: C-1 Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | C-1 Zone |
Use Name | ||
RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
Attached Accessory Dwelling Unit | ‚ | |
COMMERCIAL AND OFFICE USES | ||
Child Day Care Center | ‚ | |
Group Fitness Instruction | ∙ | |
Office (Medical) | ∙ | |
Office (Non-Medical) | ∙ | |
Retail Outside Sale | ∙ | |
Retail Sale (Perishable Goods) | ∙ | |
Retail Sale (Non-Perishable Goods) | ∙ | |
Service-Oriented Use | ∙ | |
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
AUTOMOTIVE USES | ||
Automotive Charging Service | ∙ | |
INSTITUTION, PUBLIC, RECREATIONAL USES | ||
Adult Day Care | ‚ | |
Club or Lodge | ‚ | |
Mortuary or Funeral Home | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Outdoor | ‚ | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES | ||
Attached Accessory Dwelling Unit | (A) | |
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Standards | C-1 Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | 32,500 square feet |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | 40% |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) | N/A |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | 150 feet |
BUILDING SETBACKS AND HEIGHTS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 30 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.09 C-2 COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to provide for a principal central shopping center of community importance, where concentrations of convenience shopping such as financial services, business services, and similar community-wide facilities may be provided in well-designed, efficient centers.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-B: Non-Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each commercial zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-B: Commercial and Public Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each commercial zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.09-A: C-2 Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.09-B: C-2 Zone Dimensional Standards).
Table 1106.09-A: C-2 Zone Use Permissions
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | C-2 Zone |
Use Name | ||
COMMERCIAL AND OFFICE USES | ||
Child Day Care Center | ∙ | |
Entertainment Establishment (Non-Adult) | ∙ | |
Group Fitness Instruction | ∙ | |
Life Care Facility | ‚ | |
Off-Street Parking Lot or Garage | ∙ | |
Office (Medical) | ∙ | |
Office (Non-Medical) | ∙ | |
Radio and Television Broadcasting Station | ∙ | |
Retail Outside Sale | ∙ | |
Retail Sale (Perishable Goods) | ∙ | |
Retail Sale (Non-Perishable Goods) | ∙ | |
Retail Showroom | ∙ | |
Service-Oriented Use | ∙ | |
Tavern, Bar and Pub | ∙ | |
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
Vape/CBD Sales | ∙ | |
AUTOMOTIVE USES | ||
Automotive Charging Service | ∙ | |
Automotive Service, Minor | ∙ | |
Drive-Up Service Window | ‚ | |
INSTITUTION, PUBLIC, RECREATIONAL USES | ||
Adult Day Care | ‚ | |
Club or Lodge | ‚ | |
Hospital | ‚ | |
Mortuary or Funeral Home | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Indoor | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Outdoor | ‚ | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | C-2 Zone |
Use Name | ||
School - Post-Secondary | ∙ | |
School - Vocational | ∙ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
Veterinarian Hospital or Clinic | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES | ||
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Standards | C-2 Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | 32,500 square feet |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | 50% |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) | N/A |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | 150 feet |
BUILDING SETBACKS AND HEIGHTS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 70 feet |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 30 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.10 C-3 INTERCHANGE BUSINESS ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to provide standards for well-designed and efficient facilities oriented towards highway travelers. Where possible, access roads with controlled egress and ingress to highways and local roads should be encouraged.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-B: Non-Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each commercial zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-B: Commercial and Public Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each commercial zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.10-A: C-3 Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.10-B: C-3 Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | C-3 Zone |
Use Name | ||
COMMERCIAL AND OFFICE USES | ||
Child Day Care Center | ‚ | |
Group Fitness Instruction | ∙ | |
Hotel or Motel | ∙ | |
Microbrewery and/or Microdistillery | ∙ | |
Off-Street Parking Lot or Garage | ∙ | |
Office (Medical) | ∙ | |
Office (Non-Medical) | ∙ | |
Passenger Transportation Agency and Terminal | ∙ | |
Retail Outside Sale | ∙ | |
Retail Sale (Perishable Goods) | ∙ | |
Retail Sale (Non-Perishable Goods) | ∙ | |
Retail Showroom | ∙ | |
Service-Oriented Use | ∙ | |
Tavern, Bar and Pub | ∙ | |
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
Vape/CBD Sales | ∙ | |
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | C-3 Zone |
Use Name | ||
AUTOMOTIVE USES | ||
Automotive Charging Service | ∙ | |
Automotive Service, Minor | ∙ | |
Car Wash | (A) | |
Drive-Up Service Window | ‚ | |
Gasoline and Fuel Service Station | ‚ | |
INSTITUTION, PUBLIC, RECREATIONAL USES | ||
Adult Day Care | ‚ | |
Club or Lodge | ‚ | |
Hospital | ‚ | |
Mortuary or Funeral Home | ‚ | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
Veterinarian Hospital or Clinic | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY AND TEMPORARY USES | ||
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Helistop | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Standards | C-3 Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | 32,500 square feet |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | 55% |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) | N/A |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | 150 feet |
BUILDING SETBACKS AND HEIGHTS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 30 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 35 feet (1) |
Table Notes: (1) Maximum allowed height may be increased to 50 feet after a public hearing by Planning Commission (per Section 1125.04) if, for every foot in height above 35 feet, the following is provided: additional 2-foot setback from front lot lines, 2-foot setback from rear lot lines, and 1-foot setback from side lot lines above applicable minimum requirements. | |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.11 DWTN DOWNTOWN DISTRICT.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to encourage compact, sustainable, mixed-use development in the central part of the City. Residential mixed-use development with offices, retail, and residential components are encouraged. Multi-unit dwellings shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the residential component of a mixed-use development or a development site that exceeds three (3) acres. Multiple uses are permitted on a single lot or in a single building provided each use and building meets all applicable standards of this Code.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-B: Non-Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each commercial zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-B: Commercial and Public Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each commercial zone.
(c) District Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.11-A: DWTN District Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.11-B: DWTN District Dimensional Standards).
(d) Existing One-unit Dwellings. One-unit dwellings existing in the DWTN District as of the effective date of this Code are deemed to be permitted by-right and shall not be considered nonconforming uses and may be continued, enlarged, and expanded unless deemed by the City to be abandoned; provided that no new one-unit dwellings shall be permitted in the DWTN District.
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | DWTN District |
Use Name | ||
RESIDENTIAL USES | ||
Attached One-Unit Dwelling | ‚ (1) | |
Multi-Unit Dwelling | ∙ | |
One-Unit Dwelling | ∙ (2) | |
COMMERCIAL AND OFFICE USES | ||
Child Day Care Center | ‚ | |
Entertainment Establishment (Non-Adult) | ‚ | |
Group Fitness Instruction | ∙ | |
Hotel or Motel | ∙ | |
Microbrewery and/or Microdistillery | ∙ | |
Life Care Facilility | ‚ | |
Off-Street Parking Lot or Garage | ‚ | |
Office (Medical) | ∙ | |
Office (Non-Medical) | ∙ | |
Passenger Transportation Agency and Terminal | ∙ | |
Retail Outside Sale | ∙ | |
Retail Sale (Perishable Goods) | ∙ | |
Retail Sale (Non-Perishable Goods) | ∙ | |
Retail Showroom | ∙ | |
Service-Oriented Use | ∙ | |
Tavern, Bar and Pub | ∙ | |
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
Vape/CBD Sales | ∙ | |
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | DWTN District |
Use Name | ||
AUTOMOTIVE USES | ||
Automotive Charging Service | ∙ | |
Drive-Up Service Window | ‚ | |
INSTITUTION, PUBLIC, RECREATIONAL USES | ||
Club or Lodge | ‚ | |
Governmental, Municipal, County, State and Federal Use | ∙ | |
Recreation Use, Indoor | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Outdoor | ‚ | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
School - Post-Secondary | ∙ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES | ||
Attached Accessory Dwelling Unit | (A) | |
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Home Occupation | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Table Notes: (1) Not more than four (4) single family cluster units may be attached in any building group. (2) See Section 1106.11(d) | ||
Standards | DWTN District |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | N/A |
Impervious Surface Area (max.) | N/A |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) | N/A |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | N/A |
BUILDING SETBACKS AND HEIGHTS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 0 feet |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (max.) | 35 feet (1) |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 0 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 0 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 50 feet (1) |
Table Notes: (1) Any portions of a building that are higher than 25 feet above grade level must be set back a minimum of 35 feet from front property lines. | |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.12 I-1 INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL AND LIGHT INDUSTRIAL ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to support land uses that provide both retail and wholesale services and products. These uses do not have substantial traffic, parking, and storage demands stemming from these commercial and industrial activities.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-B: Non-Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each industrial zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-C: Industrial Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each industrial zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.12-A: I-1 Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.12-B: I-1 Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | I-1 Zone |
Use Name | ||
COMMERCIAL AND OFFICE USES | ||
Child Day Care Center | ‚ | |
Microbrewery and/or Microdistillery | ∙ | |
Office (Medical) | ∙ | |
Office (Non-Medical) | ∙ | |
Retail Showroom | ∙ | |
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
AUTOMOTIVE USES | ||
Automotive Charging Service | ∙ | |
Automotive Sales and Rental | ∙ | |
Automotive Service, Major | ∙ | |
Automotive Service, Minor | ∙ | |
Car Wash | ∙ | |
INSTITUTION, PUBLIC, RECREATIONAL USES | ||
Adult Day Care | ‚ | |
Hospital | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Indoor | ‚ | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
School - Vocational | ∙ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
INDUSTRIAL USES | ||
Industry, Light | ∙ | |
Marijuana Cultivation | ∙ | |
Outside Storage | ‚ | |
Self-Storage | ‚ | |
Standards | I-1 Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | 1 acre |
Lot Building Coverage (max.) | 40% |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) | N/A |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | 100 feet |
BUILDING SETBACKS AND HEIGHTS | |
Parking Lot Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Building Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Parking Lot Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | Abutting residential district: 25 feet Abutting nonresidential district: 5 feet |
Building Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | Abutting residential district: 100 feet Abutting nonresidential district: 15 feet |
Parking Lot Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | Abutting residential district: 25 feet Abutting nonresidential district: 5 feet |
Building Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | Abutting residential district: 50 feet Abutting nonresidential district: 25 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 35 feet |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.13 I-M INNOVATION AND MANUFACTURING ZONE.
(a) Purpose. This zone is established to provide for industrial uses that are compatible with one another, free from the encroachment of residential and commercial development.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-B: Non-Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each industrial zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-C: Industrial Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each industrial zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.13-A: I-M Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.13-B: I-M Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | I-M Zone |
Use Name | ||
COMMERCIAL AND OFFICE USES | ||
Child Day Care Center | ‚ | |
Entertainment Establishment (Adult) | ∙ | |
Entertainment Establishment (Non-Adult) | ∙ | |
Kennel | ‚ | |
Microbrewery and/or Microdistillery | ∙ | |
Off-Street Parking Lot or Garage | ∙ | |
Office (Medical) | ∙ | |
Office (Non-Medical) | ∙ | |
Retail Showroom | (A) | |
Telecommunication Tower | ‚ | |
AUTOMOTIVE USES | ||
Automotive Charging Service | ∙ | |
Automotive Service, Major | ∙ | |
Automotive Service, Minor | ∙ | |
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | I-M Zone |
Use Name | ||
INSTITUTION, PUBLIC, RECREATIONAL USES | ||
Adult Day Care | ‚ | |
Recreation Use, Indoor | ‚ | |
Religious Institution | ‚ | |
School - Vocational | ∙ | |
Utility Facilities | ‚ | |
Veterinarian Hospital or Clinic | ∙ | |
INDUSTRIAL USES | ||
Brewing or Distilling of Liquors | ‚ | |
Industry, Light | ∙ | |
Industry, Medium | ∙ | |
Industry, Heavy | ∙ | |
Marijuana Cultivation | ∙ | |
Marijuana Processing | ∙ | |
Outside Storage | ‚ | |
Pet Cremation | ‚ | |
Self-Storage Facility | ‚ | |
Steam Plant | ‚ | |
ACCESSORY USES | ||
Attached or Detached Accessory Uses | (A) | |
Helistop | (A) | |
Solar Energy Collection System | (A) | |
Wind Energy Turbine | (A) | |
Retail Showroom | (A) | |
Standards | I-M Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | 1.5 acres |
Lot Building Coverage (max.) | 40% |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) | N/A |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | 150 feet |
BUILDING SETBACKS AND HEIGHTS | |
Parking Lot Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet (1) |
Building Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 100 feet (2) |
Parking Lot Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | Abutting residential zone: 30 feet Abutting nonresidential zone/district: 10 feet |
Building Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | Abutting residential zone: 100 feet Abutting nonresidential zone/district: 25 feet |
Parking Lot Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | Abutting residential zone: 30 feet Abutting nonresidential zone/district: 10 feet |
Building Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | Abutting residential zone: 100 feet Abutting nonresidential zone: 50 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 35 feet (3) |
Table Notes: (1) In coordination with any applicable requirements of Chapter 1114 - Landscaping and Buffering and Chapter 1115 - Parking, Loading, and Circulation, the required setback area from a front lot line for a parking lot that is visible from the abutting right-of-way must be improved with landscape planting and/or low masonry walls or fences to screen the view of the parking lot. (2) The building setback required from a front lot line for the I-M zone may be reduced to 50 feet if the front lot line abuts a collector street or a local street that does not abut a residential zone. Such classifications shall be determined in accordance with Section 1118.06 - Classification of Streets and Private Driveways. (3) Maximum allowed height may be increased to 50 feet after a public hearing by Planning Commission (per Section 1125.04) if, for every foot in height above 35 feet, the following is provided: additional 2-foot setback from front lot lines, 2-foot setback from rear lot lines, and 1-foot setback from side lot lines above applicable minimum requirements. | |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1106.14 PF PUBLIC FACILITIES ZONE.
(a) Purpose. The PF Zone is established for the following purposes:
(1) To provide a proper zone for public-serving uses;
(2) To protect such public-serving uses from the encroachment of other incompatible uses;
(3) To ensure that such public-serving uses are compatible with adjoining residential uses; and
(4) To support the proper functioning of such public-serving uses in relation to the Comprehensive Plan and other plans for community facilities.
(b) Governing Tables. In case of discrepancy with the content of any excerpt table provided within this Section, the following tables shall govern the standards specified:
(1) Table 1108.02-B: Non-Residential Zones Use Permissions shall govern the uses allowed within each PF Zone.
(2) Table 1113.02-B: Commercial and Public Zones Dimensional Standards shall govern the dimensional development standard within each PF Zone.
(c) Zone Use and Dimensional Standards Tables. The following tables provide applicable use permissions (see Table 1106.14-A: PF Zone Use Permissions) and dimensional standards (see Table 1106.14-B: PF Zone Dimensional Standards).
∙ = Allowed with Permit ‚ = Conditionally Allowed (A) = Allowed as Accessory Use | Use-Specific Standards | PF Zone | |
Use Name | |||
COMMERCIAL AND OFFICE USES | |||
Life Care Facility | ∙ | ||
AUTOMOTIVE USES | |||
Automotive Charging Service | ∙ | ||
INSTITUTION, PUBLIC, RECREATIONAL USES | |||
Cemetery | ∙ | ||
Civic Use | ∙ | ||
Club or Lodge | ‚ | ||
Governmental, Municipal, County, State and Federal Use | ∙ | ||
Hospital | ∙ | ||
Mortuary or Funeral Home | ∙ | ||
Recreation Use, Outdoor | ‚ | ||
Religious Institution | ‚ | ||
School - Primary/Secondary | ∙ | ||
Standards | PF Zone |
LOT STANDARDS | |
Lot Area (Min.) | See table note (1) |
Impervious Surface (max.) | N/A |
Development Open Space Set-Aside (min.) | N/A |
Lot Frontage (Min.) | N/A |
BUILDING SETBACKS AND HEIGHTS | |
Setback from Front Lot Lines (min.) | 50 feet |
Setback from Rear Lot Lines (min.) | 35 feet |
Setback from Side Lot Lines (min.) | 35 feet |
Building Height (max.) | 50 feet |
Table Notes: (1) The minimum required lot area for a lot in the PF zone shall be through a site plan review and a public hearing by Planning Commission. | |
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1107.01 FD FLOOD DAMAGE REDUCTION OVERLAY GENERAL PROVISIONS.
(a) Statutory Authorization. Article XVIII, Section 3 of the Ohio Constitution grants municipalities the legal authority to adopt land use and control measures for promoting the health, safety, and general welfare of its citizens. This Chapter has been adopted by the City Council for those purposes.
(b) Purpose. The City of Twinsburg has within its jurisdiction special flood hazard areas that are subject to periodic inundation which may result in loss of life and property, in health and safety hazards, in disruption of commerce and governmental services, in extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection and relief, and in impairment of the tax base. Additionally, structures that are inadequately elevated, inadequately flood-proofed, or otherwise inadequately protected from flood damage also contribute to the flood loss. This Chapter is adopted to address these facts, promote the public health, safety, and general welfare, and to:
(1) Protect human life and health;
(2) Minimize expenditure of public money for costly flood control projects;
(3) Minimize the need for rescue and relief efforts associated with flooding and generally undertaken at the expense of the public;
(4) Minimize prolonged business interruptions;
(5) Minimize damage to public facilities and Utility Facilities such as water and gas mains, electric lines, telephone lines, sewer lines, streets, and bridges located in areas of special flood hazard;
(6) Help maintain a stable tax base by providing for the proper use and development of areas of special flood hazard so as to protect property and minimize future flood-blighted areas;
(7) Ensure that those who occupy the areas of special flood hazard assume responsibility for their actions;
(8) Minimize the impact of development on adjacent properties within and near flood-prone areas;
(9) Ensure that the flood storage and conveyance functions of the floodplain are maintained;
(10) Minimize the impact of development on the natural, beneficial values of the floodplain;
(11) Prevent floodplain uses that are either hazardous or environmentally incompatible; and
(12) Meet community participation requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program.
(c) Applicability. This Chapter shall apply to all areas of special flood hazard within the jurisdiction of the City of Twinsburg, Ohio, including any additional areas of special flood hazard annexed by the City of Twinsburg, Ohio, and including any areas mapped on the official Zoning Map as part of a Flood Damage Reduction Overlay (FD).
(d) Methods of Reducing Flood Loss. The following methods and actions are proposed to achieve flood damage reduction:
(1) Restricting or prohibiting uses which are dangerous to health, safety, and property due to water hazards, or which result in damaging increases in flood heights or velocities;
(2) Requiring that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities, which serve such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of initial construction;
(3) Controlling the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers, which help accommodate or channel flood water;
(4) Controlling filling, grading, dredging, excavating, and other development which may increase flood damage; and
(5) Preventing or regulating the construction of flood barriers, which will unnaturally divert flood waters, or which may increase flood hazards in other areas.
(e) Basis for Establishing the Areas of Special Flood Hazard. For the purposes of this Chapter, the following studies and/or maps are hereby adopted:
(1) Areas of special flood hazard as identified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in a scientific and engineering report entitled "Flood Insurance Study for the City of Twinsburg, Ohio." This study with accompanying Flood Boundary and Floodway Maps and/or flood insurance rate maps dated August 4, 1988 (or as updated and adopted by FEMA) and any revisions thereto is hereby adopted by reference and declared to be a part of this Chapter. The Flood Insurance Study is on file with the City of Twinsburg.
(2) Any hydrologic and hydraulic engineering analysis authored by a registered professional engineer in the State of Ohio which has been approved by the City of Twinsburg, Ohio, as required by Section 1107.02 - FD Flood Damage Reduction Overlay Development Standards
(3) Any revisions to the aforementioned maps and/or studies are hereby adopted by reference and declared to be a part of this Chapter. Such maps and/or studies are on file with the City of Twinsburg.
(f) Abrogation and Greater Restrictions.
(1) These regulations are not intended to repeal any existing ordinances (or resolutions) including the Subdivision Regulations, Zoning Code, or Building Code. In the event of a conflict between this Chapter and any other ordinance (or resolution), the more restrictive provision shall govern.
(2) Where a provision of this Chapter may be in conflict with a State or Federal law, such State or Federal lay shall take precedence over this Chapter.
(3) These regulations shall not impair any deed restriction, covenant, or easement. However, the land subject to such interests shall also be governed by these regulations.
(g) Interpretation. In the interpretation and application of these regulations, all provisions shall be:
(1) Considered as minimum requirements;
(2) Liberally construed in favor of the governing body; and
(3) Deemed neither to limit nor repeal any other powers granted under state statutes.
(h) Warning and Disclaimer of Liability.
(1) The degree of flood protection required by this Chapter is considered reasonable for regulatory purposes and is based on scientific and engineering considerations. Larger floods can and will occur on rare occasions. Flood heights may be increased by human-caused or natural causes.
(2) This Chapter does not imply that land outside the areas of special flood hazard, or uses permitted within such areas, will be free from flooding or flood damage.
(3) This Chapter shall not create liability on the part of the City of Twinsburg, Ohio, any officer or employee thereof, or the Federal Emergency Management Agency for any flood damage that results from reliance on this Chapter, or any administrative decision lawfully made thereunder.
(i) Severability. Should any section or provision of this Chapter be declared by the courts to be unconstitutional or invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the regulations, or any part thereof, other than the part so declared to be unconstitutional or invalid.
(j) Data Use and Flood Map Interpretation. The following guidelines shall apply to the use and interpretation of maps and other data showing areas of special flood hazard:
(1) In areas where the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has not identified special flood hazard areas, or in FEMA-identified special flood hazard areas where base flood elevation and floodway data have not been identified, the Floodplain Administrator shall review and reasonably utilize any other flood hazard data available from a federal, state, or other source.
(2) Base flood elevations and floodway boundaries produced on FEMA flood maps and studies shall take precedence over base flood elevations and floodway boundaries by any other source that reflect a reduced floodway width and/or lower base flood elevations. Other sources of data showing increased base flood elevations and/or larger floodway areas than are shown on FEMA flood maps and studies, shall be reasonably used by the Floodplain Administrator.
(3) When Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps and/or Flood Insurance Studies have been provided by FEMA, and upon the issuance of a Letter of Final Determination by FEMA, the preliminary flood hazard data shall be used and shall replace all previously existing flood hazard data provided from FEMA for the purposes of administering this Chapter.
(4) When Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps and/or Flood Insurance Studies have been provided by FEMA, and prior to the issuance of a Letter of Final Determination by FEMA, the use of preliminary flood hazard data shall only be required where no bae flood elevations and/or floodway areas exist, or where the preliminary base flood elevations or floodway area exceed the base flood elevations and/or floodway widths in existing flood hazard data provided from FEMA. Such preliminary data may be subject to change and/or appeal to FEMA.
(5) The Floodplain Administrator shall make interpretations, where needed, as to the exact location of the flood boundaries and areas of special flood hazard. Person contesting the determination of the location of the boundary shall be given a reasonable opportunity to appeal the interpretation in accordance with Section 1125.08 - Floodplain Development Appeals and Variances.
(6) Where a map boundary showing an area of special flood hazard and field elevations disagree, the base flood elevations or flood protection elevations (as found on an elevation profile, floodway data table, established high water marks, or the like) shall prevail.
(k) Substantial Damage Determinations. Damage to structures may result from a variety of causes including flood, tornado, wind, heavy snow, fire, and the like. After such a damage event, the Floodplain Administrator shall:
(1) Determine whether damaged structures are in special flood hazard areas;
(2) Conduct substantial damage determinations for damaged structures located in special flood hazard areas;
(3) Make reasonable attempt to notify owners of substantially damaged structures of the need to obtain a floodplain development permit (in accordance with Section 1125.07 - Floodplain Development Permit) prior to repair, rehabilitation, or reconstruction; and
(4) Shall implement other measures to assist with substantial damage determinations and subsequent repair processes. Such measures include but are not limited to issuing press releases, public service announcements, and other public information materials related to floodplain development permits and repair of damaged structures. Such measures further include but are not limited to coordinating with other federal, state, and local agencies to assist with substantial damage determinations, providing owners of damaged structures with materials and other information related to the proper repair of damaged structures in special flood hazard areas, and assisting owners of substantially damaged structures with Increased Cost of Compliance insurance claims. (Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1107.02 FD FLOOD DAMAGE REDUCTION OVERLAY DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS.
(a) Water and Wastewater Systems. The following standards apply to all water supply, sanitary sewerage, and waste disposal systems not otherwise regulated by the Ohio Revised Code:
(1) All new and replacement water supply systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of floodwaters into the systems;
(2) New and replacement sanitary sewerage systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of floodwaters into the systems and discharge from the systems into floodwaters; and
(3) On-site waste disposal systems shall be located to avoid impairment to or contamination from them during flooding.
(b) Subdivisions and Large Developments.
(1) All subdivision proposals shall be consistent with the need to minimize flood damage and are subject to all applicable standards in these regulations.
(2) All subdivision proposals shall have public Utility Facilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems located and constructed to minimize flood damage.
(3) All subdivision proposals shall have adequate drainage provided to reduce exposure to flood damage.
(4) In all areas of special flood hazard where base flood elevation data are not available, the applicant shall provide a hydrologic and hydraulic engineering analysis that generates base flood elevations for all subdivision proposals and other proposed development containing at least fifty (50) lots or five (5) acres, whichever is less.
(5) The applicant shall meet the requirement to submit technical data to the Federal Emergency Management Agency in accordance with Subsection 1107.04(b)(4), below, when a hydrologic and hydraulic analysis is completed that generates base flood elevations as required by subsection (b)(4), above.
(c) Residential Structures. Residential structures in locations that are subject to this Chapter must comply with the following:
(1) New construction and substantial improvements shall be anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement of the structure resulting from hydrodynamic and hydrostatic loads, including the effects of buoyancy. Where a structure, including its foundation members, is elevated on fill to or above the base flood elevation, the requirements for anchoring (as provided herein) and for construction materials resistant to flood damage (as provided in subsection (c)(2), below) are satisfied.
(2) New construction and substantial improvements shall be constructed with methods and materials resistant to flood damage.
(3) New construction and substantial improvements shall be constructed with electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities that are designed and/or elevated so as to prevent water from entering or accumulating within the components during conditions of flooding.
(4) New construction and substantial improvement of any residential structure, including manufactured homes, shall have the lowest floor, including basements, elevated to or above the flood protection elevation.
(5) New construction and substantial improvements, including manufactured homes, that do not have basements and that are elevated to the flood protection elevation using pilings, columns, posts, or solid foundation perimeter walls with openings sufficient to allow unimpeded movement of waters may have an enclosure below the lowest floor provided such enclosure meets the standards of subsection (d), below.
(6) Manufactured homes shall be affixed to a permanent foundation and anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement of the structure resulting from hydrodynamic and hydrostatic loads, including the effects of buoyancy. Methods of anchoring may include, but are not limited to, use of over-the-top or frame ties to ground anchors.
(d) Allowed Lower-level Enclosures for Residential Structures. Where allowed per subsection (c), above, an enclosure below the lowest floor of a residential structure must:
(1) Be used only for the parking of vehicles, building access, or storage; and
(2) Be designed and certified by a registered professional engineer or architect to automatically equalize hydrostatic flood forces on exterior walls by allowing for the entry and exit of floodwaters; or
(3) Have a minimum of two openings on different walls having a total net area not less than one square inch for every square foot of enclosed area, and the bottom of all such openings being no higher than one foot above grade. The openings may be equipped with screens, louvers, or other coverings or devices provided that they permit the automatic entry and exit of floodwaters.
(e) Exemption for Historic Structures. Upon a determination by the Floodplain Administrator in consultation with the Architectural Review Board that a proposed repair or rehabilitation of a historic structure will not preclude the structure's continued designation as a historic structure, and that such work is the minimum necessary to preserve the historic character and design of the structure, the proposed repair or rehabilitation work shall be exempt from the requirements of subsection (c), above.
(f) Nonresidential Structures. New construction and substantial improvement of any commercial, industrial, or other nonresidential structure shall meet the requirements of subsection (c), above, excluding subsection (c)(4). The lowest floor, including basements, must be elevated to or above the level of the flood protection elevation or, together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, meet all of the following:
(1) Be dry flood-proofed so that the structure is watertight with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water to the level of the flood protection elevation;
(2) Have structural components capable of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy; and
(3) Be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect, through the use of a Federal Emergency Management Agency Floodproofing Certificate, that the design and methods of construction are in accordance with this subsection (f).
(g) Accessory Structures. Relief to the elevation or dry flood-proofing standards may be granted for accessory structures containing no more than 600 square feet. Such structures must meet the following standards:
(1) They shall not be used for human habitation;
(2) They shall be constructed of flood-resistant materials;
(3) They shall be constructed and placed on the lot to offer the minimum resistance to the flow of floodwaters;
(4) They shall be firmly anchored to prevent flotation;
(5) Service facilities such as electrical and heating equipment shall be elevated or flood-proofed to or above the level of the flood protection elevation; and
(6) They shall meet the opening requirements of subsection (d)(3), above.
(h) Recreational Vehicles. Recreational vehicles must meet at least one of the following standards:
(1) They shall not be located on sites in special flood hazard areas for more than 180 consecutive days; or
(2) They must be fully licensed and ready for highway use; or
(3) They must meet all standards of subsection (c), above.
(i) Above-ground Gas or Liquid Storage Tanks. All above-ground gas or liquid storage tanks shall be anchored to prevent flotation or lateral movement resulting from hydrodynamic and hydrostatic loads. (Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1107.03 FD FLOOD DAMAGE REDUCTION OVERLAY FLOOD CARRYING CAPACITY.
(a) Ensuring Flood Carrying Capacity. Pursuant to the purpose and methods of reducing flood damage stated in this Chapter, the following standards of this Section - FD Flood Damage Reduction Overlay Flood Carrying Capacity are adopted to ensure that the reduction of the flood carrying capacity of watercourses is minimized.
(b) Criteria for Development in Floodways and Riverine Areas. In floodway areas and in riverine special flood hazard areas, development shall cause no increase in flood levels during the occurrence of the base flood discharge. Prior to the issuance of a floodplain development permit (in accordance with Section 1125.07 - Floodplain Development Permit), the applicant must submit a hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, conducted by a registered professional engineer, demonstrating that the proposed development would not result in any increase in the base flood elevation.
(c) Alternative Criteria for Development in Floodways and Riverine Areas. A floodplain development permit may be granted (in accordance with Section 1125.07 - Floodplain Development Permit) for work that causes an increase in the base flood elevation in floodways or in riverine special flood hazard areas provided the application meets or provides the following:
(2) An evaluation of alternatives, which would not result in increased base flood elevations, and an explanation of why these alternatives are not feasible;
(3) Certification that no structures are located in areas that would be impacted by the increased base flood elevation;
(4) Documentation of individual legal notices to all impacted property owners within and outside the community, explaining the impact of the proposed action on their property; and
(5) Concurrence of the Mayor of the City of Twinsburg, Ohio and the Chief Executive Officer of any other communities impacted by the proposed actions.
(d) Alterations of a Watercourse. For the purpose of this Chapter, a watercourse is altered when any change occurs within its banks. The extent of the banks shall be established by a field determination of the "bankfull stage." The field determination of the "bankfull stage" shall be based on methods presented in Chapter 7 of the USDA Forest Service General Technical Report RM-245, Stream Channel Reference Sites: An Illustrated Guide to Field Technique or other applicable publication available from a Federal, State, or other authoritative source. For all proposed developments that alter a watercourse, the following standards apply:
(1) The bankfull flood carrying capacity of the altered or relocated portion of the watercourse shall not be diminished. Prior to the issuance of a floodplain development permit, the applicant must submit a description of the extent to which any watercourse will be altered or relocated as a result of the proposed development, and certificate by a registered professional engineer that the bankfull flood carrying capacity of the watercourse will not be diminished.
(2) Adjacent communities, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Ohio Department of Natural Resource, Division of Water, must be notified prior to any alteration or relocation of a watercourse. Evidence of such notification must be submitted to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
(3) The applicant shall be responsible for providing the necessary maintenance for the altered or relocated portion of said watercourse so that the flood-carrying capacity will not be diminished. The Floodplain Administrator may require the permit holder to enter into an agreement with the City of Twinsburg, Ohio, specifying the maintenance responsibility. If an agreement is required, it shall be made a condition of the approval of a floodplain development permit (in accordance with Section 1125.07 - Floodplain Development Permit).
(4) The applicant shall meet the requirements to submit technical data in Section 1107.04(b)(3) when an alteration of a watercourse results in the relocation or elimination of the special flood hazard area, including the placement of culverts.
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1107.04 FD FLOOD DAMAGE REDUCTION OVERLAY MAP MAINTENANCE.
(a) Purpose. The map activities identified within this Section are intended to meet National Flood Insurance Program minimum requirements to have flood data reviewed and approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and to ensure that City of Twinsburg flood maps, studies, and other data identified in Section 1107.01(e) accurately represent flooding conditions so that appropriate floodplain management criteria are based on current data.
(b) Requirement to Submit New Technical Data. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have technical data for a development proposal that impacts floodway delineations or base flood elevations be prepared in a format required for a Conditional Letter of Map Revisions or a Letter of Map Revision and submitted to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Submittal and processing fees for these map revisions shall be the responsibility of the applicant. Technical data reflecting such changes must be submitted to FEMA within six (6) months of the date such information becomes available and must include:
(1) Floodway encroachments that increase or decrease base flood elevations or alter floodway boundaries;
(2) Fill sites to be used for the placement of proposed structures where the applicant desires to remove the site from the special flood hazard area;
(3) Alteration of watercourses that result in a relocation or elimination of the special flood hazard area, including the placement of culverts; and
(4) Subdivision or large-scale development proposals requiring the establishment of base flood elevations in accordance with Section 1107.02(b).
(c) Conditional Letter of Map Revision Requirement. The Floodplain Administrator shall require a Conditional Letter of Map Revision prior to the issuance of a floodplain development permit (in accordance with Section 1125.07 - Floodplain Development Permit) for:
(1) Proposed floodway encroachments that increase the base flood elevation; and
(2) Proposed development which increases the base flood elevation by more than one foot in areas where the Federal Emergency Management Agency has provided base flood elevations but no floodway.
(d) Right to Submit New Technical Data. The Floodplain Administrator may request changes to any of the information shown on an effective map that does not impact floodplain or floodway delineations or base flood elevations, such as labeling or planimetric details. Such a submission shall include appropriate supporting documentation made in writing by the Mayor of the City of Twinsburg, Ohio, and may be submitted at any time.
(e) Annexation or Detachment.
(1) Upon occurrence, the Floodplain Administrator shall notify the Federal Emergency Management Agency in writing whenever the boundaries of the City of Twinsburg, Ohio have been modified by annexation, if the community has assumed authority over an area, or if the City no longer has authority to adopt and enforce floodplain management regulations for a particular area.
(2) In order that the City of Twinsburg Flood Insurance Rate Map accurately represents the City of Twinsburg, Ohio boundaries, the City shall include within such notification a copy of a map of the City of Twinsburg, Ohio suitable for reproduction, clearly showing the new corporate limits, or the new area for which the City of Twinsburg, Ohio has assumed or relinquished floodplain management regulatory authority.
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)
1107.05 RO RIPARIAN OVERLAY.
(a) Purpose. The purpose of this overlay is to implement targeted regulations to land in the vicinity of watercourses to better protect water quality, support ecological integrity, and promote public health.
(b) Applicability.
(1) The Riparian Overlay shall be the Riparian Setbacks as mapped by Summit County. https://summitmaps.summitoh.net/EnvironmentalViewer2.0/.
(2) For the purposes of this Section, the ordinary high-water mark shall be as interpreted or defined by the United States Army Corps of Engineers.
(c) Allowed Uses and Activities. Land within the RO Riparian Overlay and other areas to which this Section applies may be used only for the following purposes:
(1) Preservation of land in its natural state;
(2) Walking or other non-motorized recreation trails up to ten (10) feet in width and open to the public; and
(3) Ecological restoration and maintenance activities, including prescribed burns, invasive species removal, and planting of native species.
(d) Maintenance Required. Areas subject to this Section must be kept in a condition that facilitates native plant and wildlife habitation, free from mowing, chemical treatments, clear cutting, grading, and other types of work (permanent or temporary) that disturb or prohibit natural plant and wildlife. Such maintenance shall be executed by the land owner.
(e) Stormwater Management. No landowner shall allow a structure, paved area, construction activities, or other work cause the discharge of stormwater directly or indirectly into a stream or area subject to this Section except when such stormwater is first intercepted by a detention basin, rain garden, or other stormwater best management practice that is engineered to process a two (2)-year twenty-four (24)-hour storm event.
(f) Existing Development. No building, structure, or vehicle use area shall be constructed or expanded within an area subject to this Section. Where this provision renders a property unusable, an applicant may seek a development variance (in accordance with Section 1125.04 - Development Variance), a floodplain development variance (in accordance with Section 1125.08 - Floodplain Development Appeals and Variances), or other form of relief provided within this Code. This provision shall not be construed to prevent regular maintenance of a legally established use or structure within such areas.
(Ord. 68-24. Passed by Electorate 11-7-24.)