It is recognized that the extensive use and excessive congestion of land may become hazardous to the general health and welfare of the community. Therefore, the intent of this chapter shall be to require not less than that open space that is necessary to preserve the basic qualities and beauty of nature. Open space shall be provided for each site in each district in accordance with the table below. Values are in percentage of total site unless specified herein:
R-3 | R-3A | R-6 | C-1 | C-1A | C-1B | C-2 | C-4 | M-1 | M-1A | M-2 |
20 | 20 | 250 square feet per lot devoted to recreational area | 20 | 20 | 20 | None | 25 | 15 | 15 | 10 |
The calculation of required open space shall not include sidewalks in the minimum required open space.