§ 157.043 PATIO HOMES AND ZERO LOT LINE HOUSING.

   Due to the unique design features of patio and zero lot line housing, the dimensional requirements of §§ 157.076 through 157.084-Area, Density, Dimensional and Height Requirements are hereby waived and the following requirements imposed on such projects:

   (A)   Such projects shall have a minimum of 2.0 acres, with a maximum density of eight units per acre.

   (B)   Minimum lot area shall be 3,000 square feet per unit.

   (C)   Minimum lot width shall be 40 feet.

   (D)   Maximum height of buildings shall not exceed 35 feet.

   (E)   Where a unit is to be constructed at or on the property line, a five-foot maintenance easement shall be provided on the adjoining lot.

   (F)   At least one side yard extending not less than five feet from the property line shall be provided. Though not required, where a second side yard is provided it shall have a minimum width of five feet.

   (G)   The side yard of the exterior units shall be five feet from the "outside" property line. A 20 foot setback shall be required along the perimeter of all property lines with trees and shrubs planted as required by §§ 157.136 through 157.141-Landscaping, Buffers, Open Space and Tree Conservation.

   (H)   Buildings must be set back 35 feet from property lines which are adjacent to streets.

   (I)   Streets, water, sewer, etc. shall conform to the design and construction standards required by Chapter 156-Land Development Regulations.

   (J)   The site plan for any proposed patio home or zero lot line development must be approved by the Planning Commission per the applicable requirements of Chapter 156-Land Development Regulations.

(Ord. 15-002, passed 2-24-15)