(A) Duplexes.
(1) Conversion. Any structure in the residential district built primarily as a single-family dwelling that is converted for use as a duplex may not be divided into more than two residential units, with each unit meeting at least the minimum requirement of 600 square feet of living space. Such converted single-family dwellings shall continue to have a single entrance and shall offer at least one and no more than two enclosed garage stalls per unit. In addition, provision shall be made for screened storage of two 30-gallon trash cans per unit. The owner shall make every effort to ensure the converted single-family dwelling and its grounds remain compatible with those of the single-family dwellings in the neighborhood, especially those closest to it.
(2) New building. Any new building constructed in the Residential District as a duplex may not include any unit with fewer than 600 square feet of living space. Such buildings shall offer at least one and no more than two enclosed garage stalls per living unit. In addition, provision shall be made for screened storage of two 30-gallon trash cans per unit. The owner shall make every effort to ensure the building and its grounds remain compatible with those of single-family dwellings in the neighborhood, especially those closest to it.
(B) Bed and breakfasts. Bed and breakfasts;
(C) Multi-family dwellings.
(1) Conversion. Any structure in the Residential District built primarily as a single-family dwelling that is converted for use as a multi-family dwelling may not be divided into more than three residential units, with each unit meeting at least the minimum requirement of 600 square feet of living space. Such converted single-family dwellings shall continue to have a single entrance and shall offer at least one and no more than two enclosed garage stalls per unit. In addition, provision shall be made for screened storage of two 30-gallon trash cans per unit. The owner shall make every effort to ensure the converted single-family dwelling and its grounds remain compatible with those of single-family dwellings in the neighborhood, especially those closest to it.
(2) New building. Any new building constructed in the Residential District as a multi-family dwelling may not include any unit with fewer than 600 square feet of living space. Such buildings shall offer at least one and no more than two enclosed garage stalls per living unit. In addition, provision shall be made for screened storage of two 30-gallon trash cans per unit. The owner shall make every effort to ensure the building and its grounds remain compatible with those of single-family dwellings in the neighborhood, especially those closest to it. As part of the Commission’s conditional use review regarding new and converted multi-family dwellings, the Commission may consider the number of units and density of the project related to the size of the lot in question.
(D) Home occupations. Home occupations;
(E) Public and/or government buildings. Public and/or government buildings;
(F) Parking lots. Parking lots (in excess of three spaces);
(G) Transmission towers. Cellular phone, radio and any other kind of transmission tower; and
(H) Utilities. Utility sub-stations and pump houses providing that such structures shall not detract from the general appearance of the area nor adversely affect the comfort, safety, welfare or quality of life of the residents of the area.
(Ord. 1999-03, passed 3- -1999; Ord. 2013-04, passed 2-4-2013)