To encourage open space, residential cluster subdivisions are permitted in all zoning districts allowing single-family residential uses in accordance with the following conditions.
(A) Only single-family, site-built residential dwellings shall be allowed in a residential cluster subdivision.
(B) The minimum size of a residential cluster subdivision shall be 5 acres.
(C) Residential subdivisions are permitted to cluster lots and to reduce lot sizes in order to compensate for the minimum open space requirements established herein; however, density shall not exceed 3 dwelling units per acre.
(D) For lots along the exterior boundary of a cluster subdivision, setbacks for yards adjacent to such exterior boundaries shall be not less than 2 times the setbacks required for the district in which the subdivision is proposed to be located.
(E) A minimum of 25% of the development site shall be designated as open space and shall be so arranged as to mitigate the impacts of clustering on adjoining properties. Such open space shall meet the requirements of § 153.185 - Open Space.
(F) The minimum lot size and interior lot setbacks may not be reduced to less than 50% of the minimum lot size and setbacks for the district in which the cluster subdivision is located. However, zero lot-line development is allowed in residential cluster developments.
(G) Site design shall ensure safe, predictable vehicular access and movement onto and off of the site.
(H) The development shall be in compliance with Chapter 154 - Subdivision Regulations of the Newberry County Code of Ordinances, except as provided in this division.
(Ord. 06-11-16, passed 9-21-2016)