(A) Purpose. To establish and preserve a medium density district primarily of low density multi-family dwellings and excluding uses which are not compatible with residential uses. Certain non-residential uses which are of particular convenience to the residents may be permitted. Approximate density for the RL District is 16 dwelling units per acre, with sewers, curbs and gutters.
(B) Permitted uses. Two-family dwellings, multi-family dwellings, townhouses and churches.
(C) Conditional uses. Parks, recreation facilities, schools, day care centers, nurseries, home occupation, professional offices.
(D) Bulk, density and height.
Lot area requirements | |
Lot area, each additional unit | 2,500 sq. ft. |
Minimum lot area, first unit | 6,000 sq. ft. |
Minimum lot frontage | |
Multiple dwelling | 75 ft. |
Single dwelling | 50 ft. |
Maximum height | 2:1 height to yard ratio |
Minimum front yard | 20 ft. |
Minimum rear yard | 20 ft. |
Minimum side yard | 6 ft. |
Usable open space, per unit | 1,500 sq. ft |
Maximum lot coverage | 30% |
(F) Special design considerations.
(1) Townhouse units shall comply with the same bulk and density standards as set out in the RS Zone.
(2) A landscape screen shall be established between any RL District and any RA, RB, RC or RS District.
(3) On any RL lots abutting, adjacent to or on the same street as, any RA, RB, RC, RS or RD District, parking shall be prohibited in front of structures.
(4) Principal access to any RL District should be from a collector street.
(Ord. 8, passed 10-23-1987, § 4.17)