(a) No structure shall be erected for use as a dwelling unless the following minimum floor area per dwelling unit is provided:
Table 5. Minimum Floor Area Per Dwelling Unit
Zoning District/Dwelling Type | Minimum Floor Area (sq. ft.) |
R-1 | 2,000 |
R-2 | 1,250 |
R-3 | |
Single Family Detached | 1,250 |
Single Family Attached (e.g. Duplex, Townhouse) | 1,250 |
Apartment | 720, but total must avg. 960 |
CBD | |
Single Family Detached | 1,250 |
Single Family Attached (e.g. Duplex, Townhouse) | 1,250 |
Apartment | 720 |
Accessory Dwelling | 600 |
(b) Determination Of Minimum Floor Area For Dwelling Units. The minimum floor area per dwelling unit shall include the area used for living quarters. The calculation of floor area shall not include unfinished basements and attic spaces; terraces, breezeways and open porches; three-season rooms; uncovered stoops, garages and carports.
(Ord. 0-15-4. Passed 2-19-15.)