(A) Applicability. The single- and two-family residential standards shall apply to all single-family and two-family dwellings, subject to the provision of Chapter 168: Nonconformities.
(B) Time of review.
(2) Single- and two-family uses may be subject to city-imposed conditions relating to the location, configuration, and operational aspects of the use to ensure its compatibility with surrounding uses, their architectural consistency with the surrounding uses, and their compliance with the city's building codes and all relevant state laws and regulations.
(C) Design standards.
(1) Maximum square footage. The maximum square footage for a single- or two-family dwelling shall be determined in accordance with the following formula:
Max. Square Footage = (Buildable lot area - 10,500) x 10%) + 3,600.
See Figure 166.05, Maximum Square Footage Calculation Examples, for example calculations.
Example One | Example Two | Example Three | Example Four |
For a lot with a buildable lot area of 7,500 square feet, the maximum square footage for a dwelling is 3,300 square feet: ((7,500 - 10,500 ) x 0.1) + 3,600 = 3,300
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For a lot with a buildable lot area of 10,500 square feet, the maximum square footage for a dwelling is 3,600 square feet: ((10,500 - 10,500) x 0.1) + 3,600 = 3,600
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For a lot with a buildable lot area of 12,500 square feet, the maximum square footage for a dwelling is 3,800 square feet: ((12,500 - 10,500) x 0.1) + 3,600 = 3,800
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For a lot with a buildable lot area of 19,500 square feet, the maximum square footage for a dwelling is 4,500 square feet: ((19,500 - 10,500) x 0.1) + 3,600 = 4,500 |
(2) Maximum dwelling size.
(a) The total heated floor area for a single-family dwelling shall not exceed 4,500 square feet regardless of lot size.
(b) The total heated floor area for a two-family dwelling (or two detached dwellings on a single lot) shall not exceed 4,500 square feet regardless of lot size.
(3) Maximum height. The maximum height of a single- or two-family dwelling shall be in accordance with Table 165.01, Dimensional Standards.
(4) Maximum lot coverage. Impervious surfaces on lots containing single- or two-family dwellings shall be limited to a maximum of 35% of the lots high ground. For the purposes of this section, decks, porches, patios, pools, paved areas, and areas covered by gravel shall be considered as impervious.
(5) Roof penetrations. All roof vents, pipes, antennas, satellite dishes, and other roof penetrations and equipment (except chimneys), shall be located on the rear elevations or otherwise configured to the degree practicable to have a minimal visual impact as seen from the street.
(6) Shipping containers and the like. Any shipping container, or other similar modular component, used in the construction of a residential structure shall be finished in a manner typical of residential structures including, at a minimum, painting and the removal of any and all logos, brands, lettering, and advertisements from the exterior surface.
(7) Kitchens. Only one complete interior kitchen shall be allowed per dwelling unit.
(Ord. 05-10, passed 3-23-10; Am. Ord. 022-21, passed 9-14-21; Am. Ord. 034-21, passed 12-14-21; Am. Ord. 039-21, passed 5-10-22)