The dimensional requirements for the commercial zones are stated in tables 2C-2(a) and 2C-2(b) of this section. The following subsections describe in more detail the regulations for each of the dimensional requirements listed in the tables. Provisional uses and uses allowed by special exception may have specific dimensional requirements not specified in tables 2C-2(a) and 2C-2(b) of this section. Approval criteria for these uses are addressed in chapter 4, article B of this title. Dimensional requirements may be waived or modified for developments approved through the planned development process (see chapter 3, article A, “Planned Development Overlay Zone (OPD)”, of this title) or through the commercial reuse or historic preservation exception as outlined in section 14-2C-11, “Special Provisions”, of this article.
A. Minimum Lot Requirements:
1. Purpose: The minimum lot area and width requirements are intended to ensure that a lot is of a size, width, and frontage that is appropriate for the uses permitted in the subject zone and will ensure, in most cases, that the other site development standards of this title can be met. The lot area per dwelling unit standards control the intensity of use on a lot to ensure consistency and compatibility of new dwellings with the surrounding development.
2. Standards: Generally, the minimum lot area and width standards for the various commercial zones are stated in tables 2C-2(a) and 2C-2(b) of this section. Most commercial zones do not have minimum lot size or width requirements. However, for mixed commercial/residential buildings, the number of dwelling units allowed is based on the residential density formulas as stated in table 2C-2(c) of this section.
3. Minimum Lot Sizes For Specific Land Uses:
a. Provisional uses and uses allowed by special exception may have specific lot size requirements not specified in tables 2C-2(a) and 2C-2(b) of this section. Approval criteria for these uses are addressed in chapter 4, article B, "Minor Modifications, Variances, Special Exceptions, And Provisional Uses", of this title.
b. If a minimum lot size is specified within a zone for a particular land use or dwelling type, whether permitted, provisional or a special exception, that use or dwelling type may not be established on a smaller lot, even if smaller lots are permitted in the subject base zone, except as permitted under chapter 4, article E, "Nonconforming Situations", of this title.
B. Minimum Setback Requirements For Principal Buildings:
1. Purpose: The minimum setback requirements are intended to:
a. Maintain light, air, separation for fire protection, and access for firefighting;
b. Provide opportunities for privacy between dwellings;
c. Reflect the general building scale and placement of structures in the city's neighborhoods and commercial areas;
d. Promote a reasonable physical relationship between buildings and between residences; and
e. Provide flexibility to site a building so that it is compatible with buildings in the vicinity.
2. General Setback Requirements: Generally, the minimum required setbacks for principal buildings in commercial zones are stated in tables 2C-2(a) and 2C-2(b) of this section. The minimum setbacks for principal buildings create required setback areas within which principal buildings are not allowed, except for certain building features as specified in this subsection.
3. Specific Setback Requirements: The following provisions contain setback requirements that apply in specific situations:
a. Side And Rear Setbacks: (Rep. by Ord. 11-4449, 10-18-2011)
b. Lots With Multiple Frontages:
(1) On corner lots, no building, structure or planting, unless specifically exempted, may be located within the vision triangle, as set forth in chapter 5, article D, "Intersection Visibility Standards", of this title.
(2) If a lot fronting on two (2) or more streets is required to have a front setback, a minimum setback equal to the required front setback must be provided along all streets, and such setback will be considered a front setback for purposes of this title.
c. Lots With Multiple Buildings: The principal buildings on a lot must be separated by a horizontal distance of at least ten feet (10'). Buildings containing residential uses must be designed to preserve privacy. This can be achieved by placement of windows to prevent direct views into the windows of adjacent residential dwelling units. In addition, balconies and air conditioning units may not be located along a building wall that is within twenty feet (20') of a building wall of an adjacent principal building on the same lot, if the wall of the adjacent building contains window or door openings into dwelling units. Proximity of building walls will be subject to all current building code fire protection requirements.
d. Lots Adjacent To Residential Zone: Where a side or rear lot line for a lot in a commercial zone abuts a residential zone, a setback at least equal to the required setback in the abutting residential zone must be provided along the residential zone boundary.
e. Overlay Zones And Special Districts: If specific setbacks have been established in a historic or conservation district, a planned development, or in the central planning district, those setbacks supersede the setback requirements of the base zone. For properties located in a historic or conservation district, refer to chapter 3, article B of this title and also the applicable setback provisions in the Iowa City historic preservation handbook. For a property located in a planned development overlay zone, refer to the approved planned development overlay plan for the subject property. For two-family uses, multi-family uses, group living uses, and institutional/civic uses located on property in the central planning district, refer to the applicable setback provisions in section 14-2B-6, "Multi-Family Site Development Standards", of this chapter.
f. Setback Averaging: Where at least fifty percent (50%) of the lots along a frontage are occupied by principal buildings that are located at least five feet (5') closer to the street than the required front setback, the front setback may be reduced to the average of the respective setbacks on the abutting lots. Only the setbacks on the lots that abut each side of the subject property along the same street may be used to calculate the average. Setbacks across the street or along a different street frontage may not be used. When one abutting lot is vacant or if the lot is a corner lot, then the average is based on the setback of the principal building on the nonvacant lot and the required front setback for the zone in which the lot is located. (See figure 2C.1 of this section.)
4. Building Features Permitted Within Required Setback Area: The following building features may extend into the required principal building setback area, subject to the conditions indicated and provided that location of such a feature does not violate the provisions of chapter 5, article D, "Intersection Visibility Standards", of this title. The setback regulations for detached accessory structures and structures not considered part of the principal building are addressed in chapter 4, article C, "Accessory Uses And Buildings", of this title.
a. Awnings, uncovered balconies, bay windows, belt courses, buttresses, canopies, chimneys, cornices, sills, and other similar features that extend beyond the wall of a principal building may project up to six feet (6') into the required front or rear setbacks. Except for balconies, bay windows, and chimneys, all such projecting building features may extend up to three feet (3') into the required side setback. Balconies and bay windows may not extend into the required side setback. Chimneys may extend up to two feet (2') into the required side setback. Projections from the principal building must in all cases be at least two feet (2') from any side lot line.
b. Enclosed porches, covered decks, and covered patios that are attached to the principal building must comply with the principal building setbacks of the base zone and may not extend into the required setback area. Unenclosed and screened-in porches (non-habitable space) may extend up to fifteen feet (15') into the rear setback, provided they are set back at least twenty feet (20') from the rear lot line. The standards for uncovered decks and patios are specified in chapter 4, article C, "Accessory Uses And Buildings", of this title. Enclosed porches, covered decks, and covered patios that are attached to an accessory building must comply with the standards for accessory buildings as specified in chapter 4, article C, "Accessory Uses And Buildings", of this title.
c. Fire escapes may extend into any setback, provided they do not extend more than three and one-half feet (31/2') into any side setback.
d. Stairways that function as the principal means of access to dwelling units located above the ground or first floor of a building may not extend into any required setback.
e. Stoops and wheelchair ramps that function as a means of access to the ground or first floor of a building may extend into the rear setback, up to eight feet (8') into the required front setback, and into the side setback, provided they are set back at least three feet (3') from any side lot line. In cases where, due to topography or other site characteristics, a wheelchair ramp cannot meet this standard, a minor modification may be requested according to the approval criteria and procedures for minor modifications contained in chapter 4, article B of this title.
5. Adjustments To Principal Building Setback Requirements:
a. A minor modification to reduce principal building setback requirements may be requested according to the approval criteria and procedures for minor modifications contained in chapter 4, article B of this title.
b. A special exception may be requested to reduce principal building setback requirements beyond what is allowed by minor modification. The Board of Adjustment may adjust setback requirements if the owner or lawful occupant of a property demonstrates that the general special exception approval criteria and the following specific approval criteria have been satisfied:
(1) The situation is peculiar to the property in question;
(2) There is practical difficulty in complying with the setback requirements;
(3) Granting the exception will not be contrary to the purpose of the setback regulations; and
(4) Any potential negative effects resulting from the setback exception are mitigated to the extent practical.
(5) The subject building will be located no closer than three feet (3') to a side or rear property line, unless the side or rear property line abuts a public right of way or permanent open space.
C. Building Bulk Standards:
1. Height Standards:
a. Purpose: The height regulations are intended to promote a reasonable building scale and relationship between buildings; provide options for light, air, and privacy; and discourage buildings that visually dominate other buildings in the vicinity. In the central business zones, there is a minimum height standard that ensures that buildings are compatible in scale and that land is used efficiently.
b. Standards: Generally, the maximum and minimum height standards for principal structures in commercial zones are stated in tables 2C-2(a) and 2C-2(b), located at the end of this section. Height standards for accessory buildings are addressed in chapter 4, article C, "Accessory Uses And Buildings", of this title.
c. Exemptions: If allowed in the subject zone, the following structures or parts thereof are exempt from the maximum height standards, provided an increase in height does not conflict with chapter 6, "Airport Zoning", of this title:
(1) Chimneys or flues.
(2) Spires on religious or other institutional buildings.
(3) Cupolas, domes, skylights and other similar roof protrusions not used for the purpose of obtaining habitable floor space.
(4) Farm structures, including barns, silos, storage bins and similar structures when accessory to an allowed agriculture use.
(5) Flagpoles that extend not more than ten feet (10') above the height limit or not more than five feet (5') above the highest point of the roof, whichever is less.
(6) Grain elevators.
(7) Parapet or fire walls.
(8) Poles, towers and other structures accessory to a basic utility use, such as streetlights and utility poles.
(9) If allowed in the subject zone, basic utilities and communication transmission facilities are exempt from the base zone height standards, but are subject to any limitations set forth in chapter 4, article B, "Minor Modifications, Variances, Special Exceptions, And Provisional Uses", of this title.
(10) Roof structures, including solar energy systems, elevator bulkheads, stairways, ventilating fans, cooling towers and similar necessary mechanical and electrical appurtenances required to operate and maintain the building.
(11) Stacks.
(12) Storage tanks and water towers.
(13) Television antennas and similar apparatus.
d. Adjustment Of Maximum Height Standards:
(1) The maximum height for a principal building may be increased; provided, that for each foot of height increase above the height standard, the front, side, and rear setbacks are each increased by an additional two feet (2'); and provided, that an increase in height does not conflict with the provisions of chapter 6, "Airport Zoning", of this title.
(2) In the CO-1 zone, principal buildings on lots across the street from RM, C, or I zones may be increased in height according to subsection C1d(1) of this section; except, that an additional front setback need not be provided. The requirement for additional side and rear setbacks apply. However, the minimum separation between the building and the front lot line of the lot across the street must be two feet (2') for each foot of height.
(3) A minor modification may also be requested to adjust the maximum height for a particular building or property according to the procedures and approval criteria for minor modifications contained in chapter 4, article B of this title.
(4) In the CO-1 zone, hospitals are exempt from the FAR limit and may exceed the height limit up to a maximum of sixty five feet (65'), provided that along lot lines that abut or are across the street from a single-family residential zone, building facades above the third story shall be stepped back at least twenty feet (20') from the third story facade. This required upper story facade stepback may be established at a lower story, provided that it is established at least twenty five feet (25') in height above grade.
2. Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
a. Purpose: The floor area ratio or FAR regulates how intensely a site may be used. The FAR provides a means to match the potential amount of use with the desired character of the area and the provision of public services. The FAR, along with the height and setback standards, control the overall bulk of development on a site.
b. Standards: The floor area ratio or FAR listed in table 2C-2(a) of this section, is the amount of floor area within the building or buildings on a lot in relation to the amount of lot area, expressed in square feet. For example, if the maximum FAR is 2, then a lot may contain up to two (2) square feet of building floor area for every one square foot of lot area. Basement and cellar floor area is not included in this calculation.
D. Maximum Lot Coverage Standards:
1. Total Building Coverage:
a. Purpose: The total building coverage standard helps to define the character of the mixed use zone by limiting the land area that can be covered by buildings. These standards work in conjunction with the minimum lot requirements and building bulk standards to determine how built up a neighborhood appears.
b. Standard: The total building coverage standard for the MU zone is stated in table 2C-2(b) of this section. The maximum building coverage standard establishes the percentage of the total area of a lot that can be covered by buildings. The total building area of all buildings on the property, including both principal and accessory buildings, is used to calculate the building coverage.
2. Front Setback Coverage:
a. Purpose: The front setback coverage standard ensures that a certain portion of the front setback remains free of impervious surface, which helps to maintain a consistent and pleasant environment along neighborhood streets. These standards increase public safety by preventing excessive front yard paving and vehicular storage that may obscure the principal dwelling and the main entrance from view of the street. In addition, this standard helps to prevent neighborhood streets that are dominated by front yard pavement, particularly along frontages with narrow residential lots.
b. Standard: The maximum front setback coverage standard for the mixed use zone is stated in table 2C-2(b) of this section. The standard applies only to residential uses in the MU zone. The table lists the maximum percentage of the required front setback that may be covered by impervious surface, including driveways, patios, decks, and other paved areas. Front setback coverage may not exceed the percentage indicated in table 2C-2(b) of this section.
c. Exception: A special exception may be requested to increase the allowed front setback coverage. The board of adjustment may adjust the front setback coverage standard if the owner or lawful occupant of a property demonstrates that the general special exception approval criteria and the following specific approval criteria have been satisfied:
(1) The lot is of an irregular shape or contains severe topography, such that there is practical difficulty meeting the front setback coverage standard.
(2) The applicant has demonstrated that every effort has been made to design buildings, paved areas, and vehicular use areas to meet the front setback coverage standard. Such efforts include reducing the width of driveways, reducing paved areas and size of garages and providing alternative means of vehicular access to the property. If vehicular access to an alley or private rear lane is available, the front setback coverage standard may not be increased.
(3) Granting the exception will not be contrary to the purpose of the front setback coverage regulations.
(4) Any potential negative effects resulting from the exception are mitigated to the extent practical.
E. Minimum Open Space Requirements:
1. Purpose: The minimum open space requirements are intended to ensure a minimum amount of private, usable open space is provided to support the health, well-being and enjoyment of the residents of the dwelling. The intent of the open space is to support passive recreation, leisure activities, informal gathering, and opportunities for interaction with nature.
2. Minimum Requirements:
a. On lots that contain multi-family uses or group living uses, usable open space shall be provided on each lot at a ratio of ten (10) square feet per bedroom, but not less than four hundred (400) square feet, located in one or more clearly defined, compact areas, with each area not less than two hundred twenty five (225) square feet with no dimension less than fifteen feet (15').
b. On lots that contain detached single family uses, a minimum of five hundred (500) square feet of usable open space shall be provided, located in the rear yard with no dimension less than twenty feet (20').
c. On lots that contain attached single family uses, a minimum of one hundred fifty (150) square feet of usable open space shall be provided, located in the rear yard with no dimension less than ten feet (10').
d. On lots that contain two family uses, a minimum of three hundred (300) square feet of usable open space per dwelling unit shall be provided, located in one or more clearly defined, compact areas, with each area not less than three hundred (300) square feet with no dimension less than twelve feet (12').
3. Standards:
a. For multi-family uses and group living uses, open space shall meet the standards as set forth in subsections 14-2G-7E1 through E7 of this chapter.
b. For single family uses and two family uses open space shall be located behind the principal dwelling in an area visible and easily accessible from the principal dwelling and shall consist of open planted green space, which may include trees, planters, gardens, and other amenities that support passive recreation or leisure activities. Paved areas shall not be counted toward usable open space. For attached single family uses, rooftop or upper floor open air terraces or rear yard-facing porches, including screened-in porches (non-habitable space only) may count toward the open space requirement.
4. Minor Modification: A minor modification may be requested according to the provisions and approval criteria of section 14-4B-1, "Minor Modifications", of this title, to reduce the required open space for single family and two family uses in the following circumstances, provided the additional approval criteria stated in subsection E4e of this section, are satisfied. Note that reducing the open space may reduce the allowed occupancy of a rental property (see title 17, chapter 5, "Housing Code", of this Code):
a. In order to establish up to two (2) off-street parking spaces (surface parking or in a garage) on a lot that currently has fewer than two (2) off-street parking spaces; or
b. If the lot is a corner lot, is irregular in shape, substandard in size, or contains severe topography, or other unique circumstance, such that there is practical difficulty meeting the standard; or
c. The lot contains a manufactured home, where due to the shape/dimensions of the home there is practical difficulty meeting the standard; or
d. The lot contains a detached zero lot line dwelling, where the side yard is designed to serve as usable open space for the dwelling;
e. Approval criteria:
(1) The applicant has demonstrated that every effort has been made to design buildings, paved areas, and vehicular use areas to meet the open space requirement. Such efforts may include but are not limited to reducing the width of driveways, reducing paved areas and size of new buildings or additions, and providing alternative means of vehicular access to the property; and
(2) The open space requirement will be satisfied to the extent possible in another location on the lot, such as a side yard; and
(3) Any potential negative effects resulting from the exception are mitigated to the extent possible.
Zone | Minimum Lot Requirements | Minimum Setbacks | Maximum Setbacks | Building Bulk | ||||||||
Total Area (Sq. Ft.) | Area/Dwelling Unit (Sq. Ft.) | Width (Ft.) | Minimum Frontage (Ft.) | Front (Ft.) | Side (Ft.) | Rear (Ft.) | Front (Ft.) | Maximum Height (Ft.) | Minimum Height (Ft.) | FAR | Maximum Number of Bedrooms per Unit | |
Zone | Minimum Lot Requirements | Minimum Setbacks | Maximum Setbacks | Building Bulk | ||||||||
Total Area (Sq. Ft.) | Area/Dwelling Unit (Sq. Ft.) | Width (Ft.) | Minimum Frontage (Ft.) | Front (Ft.) | Side (Ft.) | Rear (Ft.) | Front (Ft.) | Maximum Height (Ft.) | Minimum Height (Ft.) | FAR | Maximum Number of Bedrooms per Unit | |
CO-1 | None | See table 2C-2(c) of this section | None | None | 10 | 01 | 01 | None | 258 | None | 1 or 33 | 310 |
CN-1 | None | See table 2C-2(c) of this section | None | None | 5 | 01 | 01 | See subsection 14-2C-7E of this article | 22 or 352 | 18 | 1 | 310 |
CH-1 | None | n/a | 100 | None | 10 | 01 | 01 | None | None | None | 1 | n/a |
CI-1 | None | n/a | None | None | 10 | 01 | 01 | None | 35 | None | 1 | n/a |
CC-2 | None | See table 2C-2(c) of this section | None | None | 10 | 01 | 01 | None | 35 | None | 2 | 310 |
CB-2 | None | See table 2C-2(c) of this section | None | None | 0 | 01 | 01 | 12 | 45 | None | 27 | 310 |
CB-5 | None | See table 2C-2(c) of this section | None | None | 0 or 104 | 01 | 01 | 12 | 75 | 25 | 35 | 310 |
CB-10 | None | See table 2C-2(c) of this section | None | None | 0 or 104 | 01 | 01 | 12 | None | 25 | 106 | 310 |
n/a = Not applicable
Notes:
1. A side setback or rear setback is not required where the side lot line or rear lot line abuts a nonresidential zone. However, where a side lot line or rear lot line abuts a residential zone, a setback at least equal to the required setback in the abutting residential zone must be provided along the residential zone boundary.
2. Maximum height is 22 feet for one-story buildings, with the following exception: One-story buildings may exceed 22 feet in height if there are clerestory windows facing the street that give the appearance of second floor space. The maximum height for all other buildings is 35 feet.
3. Maximum FAR is 3, except for lots that abut or are across the street from a single-family residential zone, in which case the maximum FAR is 1. Hospitals are exempt from the FAR limit in the CO-1 Zone.
4. A front setback is not required, except for buildings that front on Burlington Street. Buildings must be set back at least 10 feet from the Burlington Street right- of-way. Building columns supporting upper stories may be located within this 10 foot setback, provided an adequate pedestrian passageway is maintained.
5. Maximum FAR is 3, except for lots with an approved FAR bonus. For lots with approved FAR bonuses, the FAR may be increased up to a maximum of 5.
6. Maximum FAR is 10, except for lots with an approved FAR bonus. For lots with approved FAR bonuses, the FAR may be increased up to a maximum of 15.
7. Maximum FAR is 2, except for lots with an approved FAR bonus. For lots with approved FAR bonuses, the FAR may be increased up to a maximum of 3.
8. Additional height is allowed under certain circumstances. See subsection C1d(2) of this section.
9. Open space must comply with standards set forth in subsection 14-2C-4E of this section.
10. Outside of the University Impact Area (see map 2B.1 in Section 14-2B-6), the maximum number of bedrooms may be increased by one (1). Any bedroom within a multi-family, attached single family, or duplex that exceeds 225 square feet in size or has any horizontal dimension greater than 16 feet shall count as 2 or more bedrooms, as determined by the City. The maximum number of bedrooms may be further constrained by the provisions of the title 17, chapter 5, "Housing Code", of this Code.
Zone | Use | Minimum Lot Requirements | Minimum Setbacks | Building Bulk | ||||||||
Total Area (Sq. Ft.) | Area/Unit (Sq. Ft.) | Width (Ft.) | Minimum Frontage (Ft.) | Front (Ft.) | Side (Ft.) | Rear (Ft.) | Height (Ft.) | Total Building Coverage | Front Setback Coverage | Maximum Number of Bedrooms per Unit | ||
Zone | Use | Minimum Lot Requirements | Minimum Setbacks | Building Bulk | ||||||||
Total Area (Sq. Ft.) | Area/Unit (Sq. Ft.) | Width (Ft.) | Minimum Frontage (Ft.) | Front (Ft.) | Side (Ft.) | Rear (Ft.) | Height (Ft.) | Total Building Coverage | Front Setback Coverage | Maximum Number of Bedrooms per Unit | ||
MU | Detached single-family and detached zero lot line | 3,000 | 3,000 | 30 | 20 | 5/156 | 5+22 | 20 | 35 | 50% | 50% | n/a |
Two-family (duplex) | 3,600 | 1,800 | 45 | 20 | 5/156 | 5+22 | 20 | 355 | 50% | 50% | 48 | |
Attached single-family | 1,800 | 1,800 | 20/284 | 20 | 5/156 | 0/103 | 20 | 35 | 50% | 50% | 48 | |
Multi-family | 5,000 | See table 2C-2(c) of this section | 45 | 20 | 5/156 | 5+22 | 5+22 | 355 | 50% | 50% | 38 | |
Group living | 5,000 | See chapter 4, article B of this title | 45 | 20 | 5/156 | 5+22 | 5+22 | 355 | 50% | 50% | See article 14-4B | |
Nonresidential1 | None | n/a | None | 20 | 5/156 | 5+22 | 5+22 | 355 | 50% | n/a | n/a | |
n/a = Not applicable
Notes:
1. Nonresidential uses must comply with the standards listed in this table unless specified otherwise in chapter 4, article B, "Minor Modifications, Variances, Special Exceptions, And Provisional Uses", of this title.
2. Minimum side setback is 5 feet for the first 2 stories, plus 2 feet for each additional story. For detached zero lot line dwellings, see applicable setback regulations in chapter 4, article B of this title.
3. See applicable setback requirements in chapter 4, article B, "Minor Modifications, Variances, Special Exceptions, And Provisional Uses", of this title.
4. Minimum lot width is 20 feet for attached units on interior lots and 28 feet for end lots in a row of attached units. When only 2 units are attached, lots must be 28 feet wide.
5. Maximum height is 35 feet. However, if any portion of a two-family use, multi-family use, group living use, or a nonresidential use is located within 15 feet of a property that contains an existing single-family use or within 15 feet of a single-family zone boundary, then the portion of the building located within 15 feet of said property or boundary may not exceed 21/2 stories in height.
6. Minimum principal building setback is 5 feet. Maximum principal building setback is 15 feet. See subsection 14-2C-9D, "Maximum Setback", of this article.
7. Open space must comply with standards set forth in subsection 14-2C-4E of this section.
8. Outside of the University Impact Area (see map 2B.1 in Section 14-2B-6), the maximum number of bedrooms may be increased by one (1). Any bedroom within a multi-family, attached single family, or duplex that exceeds 225 square feet in size or has any horizontal dimension greater than 16 feet shall count as 2 or more bedrooms, as determined by the City. The maximum number of bedrooms may be further constrained by the provisions of the title 17, chapter 5, "Housing Code", of this Code.
Zone | |||
CO-1, CC-2, CN-1 And MU | CB-2 | CB-5 And CB-10 | |
Minimum lot area per unit (in square feet): | |||
Efficiency or 1-bedroom unit | 2,725 | 435 | There is no minimum lot area per unit standard. However, the number of 3- and 4-bedroom units per lot may not exceed 30% of the total number of units on the lot |
2-bedroom unit | 2,725 | 875 | |
3-bedroom unit | 2,725 | 1,315 | |
Minimum bedroom size1 (square feet) | 100 | 100 | 100 |
Note:
1. New bedrooms must be a minimum of 100 square feet in size. However, for purposes of the provisions within this table, any existing habitable room that is larger than 70 square feet in size with a horizontal dimension of at least 7 feet, that meets the egress requirements as specified in the Building Code, and is not a typical shared living space, such as a living room, dining area, kitchen, or bathroom will be considered a bedroom.
(Ord. 05-4186, 12-15-2005; amd. Ord. 06-4245, 12-12-2006; Ord. 09-4365, 12-1-2009; Ord. 11-4450, 10-18-2011; Ord. 12-4479, 5-1-2012; Ord. 12-4482, 5-15-2012; Ord. 15-4626, 6-16-2015; Ord. 18-4744, 4-2-2018; Ord. 20-4833, 11-17-2020; Ord. 23-4893, 1-24-2023; Ord. 23-4914, 11-6-2023)