The R-20 Residential District is established for low to moderate density single-family detached dwellings where public water and sewer service is available. Limited nonresidential activities may be permitted when they do not destabilize the essential rural residential character of the district. The overall gross density in the R-20 shall be no more than two units per acre.
7.4.1 Design standards.
A. Minimum lot dimensions.
1. Area: 20,000 square feet; and
2. Frontage: 100 feet at the setback line (120 feet for corner lots).
B. Building locations (minimum setbacks from lot lines).
1. Front yard setback: 50 feet;
2. Rear yard: 45 feet. The rear yard setback may be reduced by 50% for properties where the rear yard does not abut another residential use;
3. Side yard: 15 feet for each yard; and
4. Side yard abutting a street: 25 feet.
C. Accessory buildings shall be a minimum of 20 feet from a rear or side lot line.
D. Maximum height.
1. Principal building: 40 feet; and
2. Accessory building: less than 50% of the height of the principal building.
7.4.2 Clustering permitted. In accordance with the standards set forth in Article 9.13 of this ordinance, the clustering of residential lots within single-family residential subdivisions is permitted within this district.
7.4.3 Permitted and prohibited uses. Uses permitted by right, under prescribed conditions, and by a special use permit are set forth in the Table of Uses by District in Article 7.15, below. All uses not specifically permitted in the Table of Uses By District are prohibited.
(Ord. passed 2-3-2021)