Chapter 17.20
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (R-1)
Sections:
17.20.030 Development standards.
17.20.040 Other applicable regulations.
17.20.010 Purpose and intent.
The purpose of the single-family residential district is to provide for the enhancement and protection of those areas which serve low-density residential needs. The average density in the district is 4.5 units per acre. The R-1 districts should be located in areas where adequate water, sewer, and street facilities are available and should be protected from the encroachment of incompatible land uses. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.20.020 Uses.
Examples of uses in the R-1 district are provided in Table 17.12.070. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.20.030 Development standards.
All development in the R-1 district shall comply with the following standards:
A. Minimum lot size and dimensions:
1. Single-family dwelling:
a. Minimum lot area: 7,200 square feet.
b. Minimum lot width: 60 feet.
2. Duplexes:
a. Minimum lot area: 10,800 square feet.
b. Minimum lot width: 60 feet.
B. Yard requirements:
1. Front yard: 20 feet.
2. Rear yard: 15 feet.
3. Side yard: five feet, except 10 feet on a street side of a corner lot.
C. Maximum lot coverage: 35 percent.
D. Building height: three stories or 42 feet, whichever is less. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.20.040 Other applicable regulations.
In addition to the requirements contained in this chapter, the requirements contained in Article III, Supplementary Standards, shall also apply to development in the R-1 district. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).