(A) (1) The purpose of the residential density districts is to promote healthful and convenient distribution of population with sufficient densities to maintain a high standard of physical design and community service. Residential density districts will conform to the County Comprehensive Plan and will be located within areas identified for residential development. The districts, as a group, are intended to provide for a variety of dwelling types and densities and to offer housing choices at various economic levels. It is further the intent to establish various densities of residential developments in order to efficiently and effectively provide for necessary public services and facilities. The following residential density districts and maximum densities are hereby established.
Residential District | Residential Density Class | Maximum Dwelling Units Per Acre |
R-1 | Low | 1 |
R-3 | Low | 3 |
R-5 | Medium | 5 |
R-8 | Medium | 8 |
R-12 | High | 12 |
R-16 | High | 16 |
(2) An exception to the maximum density is allowed under the MPDU program in accordance with 1-19-8.620.
(B) The location of the districts will be consistent with the standards, criteria, and location as specified in the County Comprehensive Development Plan.
(Ord. 77-1-78, § 40-53, 1-24-1977; Ord. 02-26-322, 11-21-2002; Ord. 08-26-502, 10-14-2008; Ord. 14-23-678, 11-13-2014)