This section shall apply to new property development, except for subdivisions of four (4) single family detached dwelling units or less, and shall apply to the substantial expansion of existing structures, except for individual single family detached dwellings and two-family dwellings. Substantial expansion of existing structures shall be defined based on the criteria established below:
When Existing Structure is.... | A Substantial Expansion is... |
0 - 1,000 Sq. Ft. GFA* 1,001 - 10,000 Sq. Ft. GFA 10,001 - 25,000 Sq. Ft. GFA 25,001 - 50,000 Sq. Ft. GFA 50,001 Sq. Ft. GFA and larger | 50% or Greater addition of GFA 40% or Greater addition of GFA 30% or Greater addition of GFA 20% or Greater addition of GFA 10% or Greater addition of GFA |
*GFA means Gross Floor Area
Furthermore, no building shall be erected or structurally altered on any lot or parcel in zones where a site plan is required, except in accordance with the regulations of this section and an approved site plan. No zoning certificate shall be issued prior to the approval of a site plan. In cases determined by the Planning Commission, a temporary certificate of occupancy permit may be issued with the posting of a bond as established by the City Council.