The following standards shall apply to development in the R-1 Zoning District:
A. One Dwelling: Residential lots shall contain no more than one principal dwelling unit and one guest house.
B. Sidewalk: Continuous sidewalks shall be provided across the street fronts of property and shall connect to the existing or proposed sidewalk system. Corner and reverse frontage lots shall provide sidewalks on all sides of the property fronting a street. All new and existing structures meeting the requirements in subsection 11-18-7E, "Pedestrian Access", of this title shall provide sidewalks including ADA standards.
C. Fences, Front Setback: Fences shall not exceed seventy two inches (72") in height. Fencing located in the required setback area shall not exceed thirty six inches (36") in height.
D. Yard: Every part of a required yard shall be open to the sky, unobstructed by any structure, including the roof overhang and shall have a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of vegetative landscaping. Drought tolerant species are encouraged. No yard shall be completely paved or constructed of impervious surfaces.
E. Accessory Structures: Accessory structures that are incidental to the primary use are permitted and may include garages, shacks, sheds or similar storage areas. Accessory structures shall be a minimum of ten feet (10') from any rear property line and/or building used for residential purposes on the same or adjoining property and shall not be located in required setbacks. Accessory structures shall not exceed the primary building height.
The accessory building must have outside material covering similar to that of the main unit and match the architectural style. No structure of a temporary character, tent, shack, garage or other building shall be used on any lot at any time as a residence either temporarily or permanently. All accessory structures are prohibited until the primary structure is constructed; concurrent construction for accessory and primary structures is allowed. (Ord. 567, 3-20-2017)