§ 26-28-030. Building intensity and development criteria.

The use of land and structures within this district is subject to this article, the applicable regulations of this chapter, and the provisions of any district which is combined herewith. Policies and criteria of the general plan and any applicable specific or area plan or local area development guidelines shall supersede the standards herein.

(a)

Building Intensity. The maximum building intensity of the use of a site shall be determined by multiplying the maximum building height limit and the maximum coverage of the lot in square feet. This specified height or lot coverage limits may be modified if a use permit is first secured and if the maximum building intensity is not exceeded.

(b)

Maximum Building Height.

(1)

Thirty-five feet (35′), provided, however, that additional height may be permitted subject to subsection (a) of this section.

(2)

Maximum height for telecommunication facilities is subject to the provisions of this article and Section 26-88-130.

(c)

Minimum Lot Size.

(1)

Where both public sewer and public water services are provided or where public sewer service alone is provided, eight thousand (8,000) square feet;

(2)

Where public water service alone is provided, one (1) acre;

(3)

Where neither public sewer service nor public water service is provided, one and one-half (1.5) acres.

(d)

Maximum Lot Coverage. Fifty percent (50%) provided, however, that additional coverage may be permitted subject to subsection (a) of this section.

(e)

Yard Requirements. The following shall apply except that if the subject property adjoins land which is zoned AR or is designated as agricultural land, the use is subject to the requirements of Section 26-88-040(g).

(1)

Front Yard. Not less than fifteen feet (15′) provided, however, that no structure shall be located closer than forty-five feet (45′) to the centerline of any public or private road, street or highway.

(2)

Side Yard. Not less than five feet (5′) or fifty percent (50%) of the building height, whichever is greater.

(3)

Rear Yard. Not less than ten feet (10′) or fifty percent (50%) of the building height, whichever is greater.

(f)

Parking Spaces. Parking shall be provided in accordance with the standards established in Article 86.

(g)

Design Review. Design review approval shall be required for all permitted uses or as otherwise provided herein in the manner provided in Article 82.

(Ord. No. 4973 § 8(d), 1996; Ord. No. 4643, 1993.)