(a) Conversion of a Dwelling. The conversion of any building into a dwelling, or the conversion of any dwelling to accommodate an increased number of dwelling units or families, shall only be permitted within a zoning district that permits multiple dwelling units or accessory dwelling units. Such use shall be subject to all the applicable regulations contained within the Code.
(b) Number of Dwellings. In the SF-DH and D-H Zoning Districts, one (1) dwelling unit is permitted per lot, unless specifically permitted herein.
(c) Dwelling, Live/Work. Live/work dwellings are subject to the following:
(1) All uses conducted within the live/work unit must be permitted uses within the zoning district in which the unit is located.
(2) Parking for a live/work dwelling shall be provided on site for both the residential and commercial or office use per section.
(3) The commercial or office component of the use shall not be conducted in the yard, garage, or any accessory structure.
(4) A maximum of one (1) employee (excluding residents of the unit) shall work or report to work on the premises.
(d) Dwelling, Multifamily Large-Scale. Large-scale multifamily dwellings are permitted in the G-B zoning district subject to the following:
(1) The proposed development shall be both located in the G-B Zoning District and the "Mixed Interstate Commercial" character area as identified on the Future Character Area Framework Map in the Brooklyn Master Plan.
(2) A minimum of twenty percent (20%) of the development shall be occupied by open space or green space that may include landscaping or screening areas, drainage areas, active and passive recreation areas, and other similar uses.
(3) Each unit shall include a minimum of one (1) enclosed parking space that is located in an enclosed garage (either detached, attached, or underground).
(4) A minimum of two (2) amenities that are to be utilized by the residents of the development or the public. Such amenities may include club houses, pools, wine bars, coffee shops, dog parks, playgrounds, active or passive parks, walking trails, public gathering areas, and other similar uses.
(5) Such uses shall be setback a minimum of 100 feet from any single-family residential zoning district or use.
(e) Dwelling, Multifamily Small-Scale. Small-scale multifamily dwellings are permitted in the R-B and G-B zoning districts subject to the following:
(1) The proposed development shall be both located in the R-B zoning district and the "Mixed Neighborhood Commercial" character area or in the G-B zoning district and the "Mixed Interstate Commercial" character area as identified on the Future Character Area Framework Map in the Brooklyn Master Plan.
(2) Each individual dwelling unit shall have its own exterior entrance to the outside.
(3) A private yard area shall be provided for each dwelling unit that is a minimum of 350 square feet.
(4) Each unit shall include a minimum of one (1) enclosed parking space that is located in an enclosed garage (either detached, attached, or underground).
(f) Residential Facility. A residential facility, as defined in this Zoning Code, is permitted in the residential zoning districts as regulated by the State of Ohio. A residential facility shall be located at least 300 feet from any other residential facility.
(g) Residential Treatment Facility. A residential treatment facility, as defined in this Zoning Code, is permitted in the residential zoning districts as regulated by the State of Ohio and the federal government. A residential treatment facility shall be located at least 500 feet from any other residential treatment facility.
(Ord. 2022-34. Passed 1-9-23.)