Any residence may be converted to a two family residence provided that:
(a) The dwelling has over 3,000 square feet of floor space excluding basement and storage area;
(b) The lot area is larger than 12,000 square feet and is sufficient in size to accommodate the required off street parking in the side and/or rear yards; and
(c) The conversion is in compliance with all other relevant codes and ordinances.
(Ord. 99-1966. Passed 5-4-99.)
A residence may be converted to accommodate a permitted nonresidential use in a B 1, B 2, B 3 or L I District provided that the following provisions are met:
(a) The yard dimensions shall meet the area and setback requirements of the district in which it is located;
(b) The yard and exterior of the residence shall retain their residential appearance and shall be kept in neat and sound condition;
(c) The parking area and required off street parking spaces shall be provided in the side and/or rear yards.
(d) Only one (1) free standing on premises sign not exceeding twelve (12) square feet in area, and not exceeding five (5) feet in height advertising only the name of the owner, trade name, products sold, or the business or activity conducted on the premises;
(e) Determination by the Zoning Inspector that such use shall not constitute a nuisance because of sidewalk or street traffic, noise or physical activity; and that such use shall not tend to adversely affect the use and development of adjoining properties in the immediate neighborhood.
(Ord. 99-1966. Passed 5-4-99.)