(A) In R-1 Single-Family Residence Zoning Districts, the minimum dwelling unit size for any type of dwelling shall be 1,800 square feet of living area.
(B) In R-2 Single-Family Residence Zoning Districts, the minimum dwelling unit size for any type of dwelling shall be 1,400 square feet of living area.
(C) (1) In all other zoning districts, the minimum dwelling unit size shall be 1,000 square feet of living area for residences, including one-family and two-family dwellings and 750 square feet of living area for apartment units. The Zoning Board of Appeals may grant a variance to not less than 800 square feet of living area for residences, including one-family and two-family dwellings, if the requested variance:
(a) Is compatible with the surrounding area;
(b) Will not cause substantial injury to the value of the other property in the neighborhood in which it is located;
(c) Will not be detrimental to the essential character of the district in which it is located;
(d) Is necessary for the reasonable use of the land; and
(e) Is the minimum variance that will allow the reasonable use of the land.
(2) In granting such a variance, the Board may provide such conditions as it deems necessary and reasonable for the public interest, convenience or welfare.
(Ord. 1070, § 40-12-7, passed 7-20-1998; Am. Ord. 1179, passed 4-2-2001)