A. Attached Units Encouraged: Attaching single-family units in multiples of two (2) or three (3) on common lot lines is encouraged as a means of creating more substantial structures that will be imitative of standard width single-family homes. Such units remain subject to the general design criteria stated in this chapter and do not require a planned unit development application.
1. In the RS zone, no greater than three (3) attached dwelling units shall be permitted. In the RS zone, attached housing shall contribute to the single-family character of the neighborhood by utilizing exemplary design and architecture to seamlessly integrate with other structures in the vicinity.
B. Additional Requirements For Attached Buildings:
1. Attached buildings shall be constructed to comply with townhouse construction standards in accordance with the building code adopted by the city of Sandpoint.
2. The city attorney shall review and approve all easement agreements an applicant or builder seeks to obtain for the use and maintenance of common facilities such as driveways, parking sites and common party walls. All such easements shall be recorded in the records of Bonner County prior to an applicant or builder seeking a building permit under this chapter.
3. Adjustments to lot lines and reduction in the number of lots within the same parcel are subject to review and approval pursuant to all applicable city of Sandpoint subdivision and zoning regulations. The applicant shall obtain approval from the city of Sandpoint and record any lot line adjustments or reduction in lots with the Bonner County recorder prior to submission for a building permit.
4. The first story of a two-story attached building shall be set back a minimum of five feet (5') from the side property line. The second story of a two-story attached building shall be set back a minimum of eight feet (8') from the side property line; provided, bay windows, pop outs or other architectural appurtenances may be allowed at the five foot (5') setback line in the residential multi-family zone. (Ord. 1263, 12-29-2011)