Chapter 17.16
RESIDENTIAL USE ZONE I
Sections:
17.16.010 Purpose.
The principal objective of this classification is to improve and maintain a low density residential development of single-family dwellings on individual lots. (Ord. 669, 1990).
17.16.020 Permitted uses.
(a) Refer to Table 17.40.010 for permitted and conditional uses (DMC 17.40.010) for all uses permitted outright in this low density zone and allowed by this section. These permitted uses shall be subject to the general provisions (Chapter 17.40 DMC).
(b) The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted, outright:
(1) Single-family dwellings;
(2) Two-family dwellings;
(3) Double-wide mobile homes that conform to the following requirements:
(A) Be a single-family mobile home manufactured after June 15, 1976, which must comply with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development regulations governing construction specifications and standards for all new mobile homes and which bears the insignia issued by HUD indicating that the mobile home complies with HUD regulations,
(B) Be in accordance with all of the city zoning requirements,
(C) Be placed on permanent foundation or footing and piers and meet all manufacturer’s specifications for support,
(D) Be securely tied down by a minimum of eight tiedowns, one on each corner, with one in the middle of each side and the end. The tiedown in the middle of each side and the end. The tiedown in the middle of the end shall be connected to both units. The tiedowns shall be securely affixed to the frame on the mobile home and anchored into perimeter footings and have the tongue removed,
(E) Maintain a minimum of 18 inches crawl space under the entire mobile home,
(F) Have permanent steps fixed to all exits,
(G) Have a permanent reinforced concrete footing around the perimeter of the mobile home. A basement is permitted but only so long as it conforms with the Uniform Building Code,
(H) Have securely attached exterior material extending around the entire mobile home between the footing and the bottom portion of the dwelling. The material shall resemble the foundations of traditional homes, thereby, eliminating the common skirting appearance of mobile homes,
(I) Have roofing material which complies with the Uniform Building Code and is either composition or wood shingles, or shakes made from wood, metal or other manmade materials,
(J) The permittee shall give the Davenport building inspector notice when the premises are ready for inspection and shall not proceed further until approval has been given by the official pursuant to each section. (Ord. 669, 1990).
17.16.030 Conditional uses.
Refer to Table 17.40.010 for permitted and conditional uses (DMC 17.40.010) for a list of conditional uses in this zone for which a conditional use permit may be granted. DMC 17.72.040 outlines the procedure for applying for a conditional use permit. Approved conditional uses are subject to the general provisions (Chapter 17.40 DMC), plus any conditions placed by the city council (Chapter 17.40 DMC) in granting the conditional use permit. (Ord. 669, 1990).
17.16.040 Lot size.
In a residential zone, the minimum lot size shall be as follows:
(1) For a single-family dwelling, the minimum lot area shall be 5,000 square feet.
(2) For a two-family dwelling or multifamily dwelling, the minimum lot area shall be 5,000 square feet plus 2,000 square feet for each dwelling unit over one.
(3) For a multifamily dwelling having two stories, the minimum lot area shall be 3,000 square feet plus 1,500 square feet for each dwelling unit over one.
(4) Lot width shall be a minimum of 50 feet.
(5) Lot depth shall be a minimum of 100 feet.
(6) For a new subdivision plat where lots are unable to conform with the minimum lot standards as listed in DMC 17.14.010, a lot width-to-depth ratio shall be considered. If approved by city council and at the recommendation of the planning commission, the nonconforming lots shall be a minimum ratio of one to one and a maximum of one to three while maintaining a minimum of 5,000 square feet per lot. (Ord. 992 § 1, 2007; Ord. 669, 1990).
17.16.050 Specific standards.
Specific standards for land uses are referred to by number on the last column of the chart for permitted and conditional uses (DMC 17.40.010). These specific standards are in addition to any general provisions that may apply to land use. (Ord. 669, 1990).
17.16.060 Signs.
In a residential zone, the following signs are permitted:
(1) One nameplate or home occupation sign for each dwelling unit is permitted not more than eight square feet.
(2) One temporary sign advertising the sale, lease or rental of the property on which it is located is permitted. The sign shall not be more than six square feet in area, and shall not be illuminated.
(3) One temporary sign advertising the sale of a tract of land or subdivision or of lots in a subdivision is permitted. The sign shall not be more than 42 square feet in area, shall not be illuminated, and shall be back at least 10 feet from a property line. (Ord. 669, 1990).