Planning & Zoning Ordinance

Article 29-7 R-1 Single-family Residential Zoning District

Section 29-7-1 Purpose

The purpose of this zoning district is to promote and preserve urban single-family residential developments on lots with a minimum area of ten thousand (10,000) square feet. The principal use permitted in this zoning district is single-family dwelling with customary accessory buildings and uses.

Section 29-7-2 Use Requirements

No use shall be permitted which will emit any offensive odor, dust, or noise beyond the boundaries of the lot upon which such use is located.

1. One (1) single-family dwelling on any lot or parcel.
    
2. Public utility buildings and facilities when necessary for serving the surrounding territory, and providing that no public business offices and no repair or storage facilities are maintained therein.
    
3. Public and parochial schools and institutions of higher education and private educational institutions offering a curriculum of general instruction comparable to public schools.
    
4. Churches, convents, and parish houses except temporary revival tents or buildings.
    
5. Public parks, public recreational grounds, public buildings.
    
6. Flower and vegetable gardening, and orchards, provided no business shall be carried on upon the premises and provided further that no obnoxious fertilizer be stored and no obnoxious soil renovation shall be carried on upon the premises.
    
7. Home occupations subject to approval by Commission.
    
8. Animals which are considered customary household pets with the following limitations: a) Up to two (2) dogs, cats, or other small mammals exclusive of animals under the age of four (4) months, provided that horses, cows, goats, and other hoofed animals shall not be permitted; b) up to twelve (12) birds, provided they are kept within a fully enclosed building or accessory building, and which do not create odor or sound which is detectable on an adjoining lot.
    
9. Security light(s) providing lighting source shall not be seen from adjoining property and providing that it comply with the Light Pollution Code.
    
10. All buildings shall harmonize architecturally with the residential character of the neighborhood.

Section 29-7-3 Other Requirements

1. Requirements and restrictions pertaining to area and width of lots, the location of buildings and structures, the size of yards and open space, the height and size of buildings, and the percentage of the lot that may be occupied shall be as set forth in Section 29-18 of this title relating to the R-1 Zone.
    
2. See also: Article 29-3 -- Supplementary Requirements and Procedures.