A. Purpose: The purpose of these provisions is to provide for flexibility in the location and arrangement of homes in smaller lot subdivisions in order to permit a greater variety in the design of such homes. The "buildable area", within the context of this section is defined as the lot area within the standard setbacks of the zone.
B. Variation: The side and rear yard requirements may be varied in accordance with the following provisions:
1. Side Yards: Structures may be placed along one side property line for up to sixty five percent (65%) of the lot depth, provided that the opposite side yard is not less in width than the combined side yard requirement for the zone. For corner lots, one side yard shall be considered a rear yard; however, the combined side and rear yard for corner lots need not exceed twenty five feet (25'). The distance from structures on adjacent lots shall be not less than ten feet (10'). Where structures have zero side yards, appropriate easements for painting and maintenance shall be provided on the adjacent lot. No zero side yards may be located along property lines abutting land not a part of the subdivision. No window or door openings are permitted on the zero setback line.
2. Rear Yards: A portion of the main building or attached garage up to thirty feet (30') in width may project into the required rear yard area to within ten feet (10') of the rear property line, provided that there is a corresponding reduction in the buildable area which is equal to the area of the projection.
C. Recording Of Setback Lines And Easements Required:
1. All setback lines shall be approved by the director of planning, and designated on the final recorded tract map.
2. All required easements and covenants necessary to provide appropriate access for adjacent properties shall be filed with the final tract map and be recorded as a part thereof. (Ord. 1000 § 38.00(C), 1955)