Site development regulations comply with the overall density requirements of a zoning district, but allow internal variations of such standards as lot size, and setbacks in order to encourage innovative or economic development or protect natural features and open space without loss of economic yield to the developer.
(A) Cluster subdivisions allow the clustering or grouping of residential lots in order to provide common open space.
(B) Cluster subdivisions may be developed and approved subject to the following standards and variations:
(1) The overall density of subdivision complies with the zoning district that contains the final subdivision. A subdivider may apply for a re-zoning simultaneously with the plat approval process;
(2) Individual lot size dimensions, including lot width, may be reduced to 60% of requirement of zoning district. Any savings on lot size shall be devoted to common open space or other approved community facilities;
(3) Lot setbacks may be varied from those otherwise specified for the zoning district. Setback limits must be established on the preliminary and final plat. The setback from any garage entrance to any circulation way must be at least 20 feet;
(4) Street or right-of-way widths set forth in this subchapter may be varied within for local streets within cluster subdivisions, subject to the sole discretion of the approving authorities; and
(5) Articles of incorporation or covenants for a homeowners’ association or other provision assuring maintenance or operation of all common spaces shall be submitted with subdivision application.
(Ord. 23-09, passed 8-21-2023)