For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ATTACHED STRUCTURE. An adjacent structure of equivalent construction as the main structure, which connects to the main structure via a doorway or via a structure of equivalent construction of no more than 20 feet in length. In addition to being of equivalent construction, an attaching structure must be totally enclosed.
HALF STORY. A top finished floor level without a vertical exterior wall on the front of the building which contains less than 75% of the square footage that the building footprint would accommodate. The exterior front wall of such level would consist of sloped roofing which may or may not contain window dormers. A HALF STORY is also defined as a basement or crawl space with an exterior front wall vertical exposure that is between 18 inches and four feet above finished grade.
IMMEDIATE AREA. As used in this subchapter, includes all lots with any portion thereof within 1,500 feet of any point on the proposed building’s lot.
NEUTRAL COLOR. White shades from white to medium grey, medium brown, or medium green; shades that match the natural color of brick; and other colors that are generally recognized as earth tones reflective of natural building materials. Colors that are bright, attract attention, or not in harmony with surroundings are not NEUTRAL COLORS.
SQUARE FOOTAGE. In terms of a building, shall be calculated using the exterior measurements of the building at each finished floor level, including only finished spaces that are usable year-round. Exclude the SQUARE FOOTAGE of any space that is not finished or heated like the main body of the house. Exclude garage space even if finished and/or heated. Exclude finished basement areas.
ZONING. Except as may be specifically defined elsewhere in this subchapter, means the zoning classification as set forth in the zoning district map for the county; and zoning classification requirements and restrictions as set forth in the Land Development Code; both of which may be found in the offices of the Planning and Zoning Commission of Metro Louisville/the county.
(2008 Code, § 15.10.010)