(A) Residential zones. The City and County Fire Department shall approve the driveway widths and clearances. However, the following minimum standards shall be observed for driveways in residential zones:
(1) The minimum driveway width for R-1-7,500 and R-1 zoned properties shall be nine feet. No more than one driveway shall be provided on R-1-7,500 and R-1 lot;
(2) The minimum driveway width for R-G and R-3 zoned properties shall be 26 feet; and
(3) The minimum lot street frontage for all residential zones shall be 50 feet where dual driveways are provided.
(B) Nonresidential zones. Driveways serving parking facilities in nonresidential zones shall a minimum width of 24 feet. However, the Director of Community Development shall have the authority to require a wider driveway width or allow a narrower driveway width based on City and County Fire Department requirements and/or other circumstances associated with the location, purpose, and design of the driveway.
(C) Shared driveways. Shared use of driveways used in combination with abutting properties are permitted for commercial and industrial lots when proper easements or agreements, approved by the City Attorney, have been executed, recorded and filed with the city.
(D) Safety considerations.
(1) Driveways shall be designed and located in such a manner so as to ensure proper visibility to on-street traffic. Driveway design shall take into consideration slopes, curvature, speed and conflicting turning movements in the area. A clear cross-visibility area shall be maintained pursuant to § 153.130.080 and be kept free of obstacles such as signs, landscaping and structures.
(2) Driveways shall not be located where they would impede traffic on streets or intersections.
(Ord. 1346, passed 5-2-12) Penalty, see § 10.99