(A) Purpose and intent. The purpose of the R-TH District is to increase the variety of available housing choices in Collierville by providing for Townhouse districts in which individual units can be sold on individually deeded lots in fee simple or as condominium units or can be rented. The higher density development reduces purchase and maintenance costs for the owner and makes it possible for the Town to more efficiently provide public utilities, streets and services while increasing its tax base.
(B) Uses and structures.
(1) Principal permitted uses and structures. For specific uses allowed, refer to the table in § 151.021.
(2) Permitted accessory uses and structures. For specific accessory uses allowed, refer to the table in § 151.025.
(4) Prohibited uses. Any use not allowed by right, by accessory or by conditional use is prohibited in the R-TH Townhouse Residential District. (See also § 151.021.)
(C) Bulk regulations.
(1) For bulk regulations, which include minimum lot area, minimum lot width at the building line, and maximum height, refer to the table in § 151.027.
(2) Parking requirements. Off-street parking shall be provided as required in §§ 151.115 through 151.117 at two spaces per dwelling unit, and it shall be further stipulated for R-TH zones, required off-street parking shall be located on the same lot as the principal building and shall be within the rear yard area.
(D) Yard requirements.
(1) General provisions. General provisions applicable to all residential districts concerning visibility at intersections, permitted obstructions in required yards, obstructions prohibited at street intersections, exceptions to these provisions and other regulations are contained in § 151.006.
(2) Basic provisions. The basic yard regulations appearing below apply to all Townhouse developments located within the R-TH Districts.
(a) For yard requirements, which include setbacks for front, side, and rear yards, refer to the table in § 151.027.
(b) Landscape screen.
1. A landscape screen shall be provided along all rear and side property lines of the tract area. Such screen may take one of two forms, either:
a. A strip at least ten feet wide, densely planted with shrubs or trees at least four feet high at the time of planting and which are of a type which may be expected to form a year round dense screen at least six feet high within three years; or
b. A wall or barrier or uniformly painted fence at least six feet in height. Such wall, barrier or fence may be opaque or perforated, provided that not more than 50% of the fence is open.
2. Such screening shall be maintained in good condition at all times, shall not be placed within 15 feet of the normal vehicular entrances and exits and shall not obstruct the visibility of motorists at street intersections. The landscape screen shall not extend into or beyond the required front yard. The landscaping detailed plan shall be submitted for approval concurrent with initial site plan review by the Planning Commission and Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
(E) Maximum number of dwelling units per building. The maximum number of dwelling units per building shall be eight.
(F) Reserved.
(G) Design standard for Townhouse development.
(1) Purpose. It is the express purpose of these provisions to establish design criteria to regulate proposed development and to guide the Planning Commission in its review of the site plan.
(2) Open space requirements. Common open space must be suitably improved for its intended use, but common open space containing natural features worthy of preservation may be left unimproved. Any buildings, structures and improvements which are permitted in the common open space must be appropriated to the uses which are authorized for the common open space, having regard for its topography and unimproved condition.
(3) Access.
(a) Every structure shall be on a lot adjacent to a public street or with access to an approved private street.
(b) Access and circulation shall provide adequately for fire fighting equipment, service deliveries, furniture, moving vans and refuse collection.
(4) Privacy. Each dwelling unit shall be provided with reasonable visual and acoustical privacy. Fences, walls and landscaping shall be provided for the protection and privacy of the occupants and as a means of screening objectionable views or uses and of reducing noise.
(5) Recreation areas. Adequate recreational facilities for the residents of the project shall be provided in a location which is accessible to the living units and which does not impair the view and privacy of the living units. Attractive outdoor sitting areas shall be provided, appropriate in size, type and number to the needs of the residents. Active recreation areas shall be provided which are appropriate for the needs of the residents. Well-equipped playgrounds of adequate size shall be provided where it is anticipated that children will occupy the premises.
(6) Planting. The appeal and character of the site shall be preserved and enhanced by retaining and protecting existing trees and other site features; and additional new plant material shall be added for privacy, shade and beauty of buildings and grounds and to screen out objectionable features. Existing trees, shrubs, evergreens and ground cover shall be retained to the extent that they enhance the project, are effective as a screen planting or are useful in protecting slopes.
(H) Subdivision plat requirement. A subdivision plat for Townhouse development shall be submitted to the Planning Commission for review and approval according to the subdivision plat review procedures of the Town of Collierville prior to site plan consideration by the Planning Commission. The subdivision plat shall be separate and apart from an approved site plan but shall conform in lot layout, public improvement dedications, lot shape and lot size to the proposed site plan for the development. The proposed site plan and subdivision plat for a development may be approved at the same time, providing that the above requirements are met.
(`00 Code, § 11-408) (Ord. 95-11, passed - -; Am. Ord. 2001-06, passed 4-9-01; Am. Ord. 2008-20, passed 11-10-08; Am. Ord. 2011-01, passed 3-14-11; Am. Ord. 2011-02, passed 3-14-11; Am. Ord. 2016-06, passed 6-27-16)