Chapter 18.25
RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Sections:
18.25.020 General regulations.
18.25.030 Low-density residential single-family (R-1) district.
18.25.040 High-density residential single-family (R-2) district.
18.25.050 Residential multifamily (R-3) district.
18.25.060 Sexually oriented businesses.
18.25.010 Intent.
It is the express intent of the town council to promote the use, value and enjoyment of property, sleep and repose, and the quality of the environment in all residential zoning districts. (Ord. 620 § 5(1), 2010)
18.25.020 General regulations.
(1) All uses in residential zoning districts shall comply with all applicable basic provisions in Chapter 18.15 TMC, including requirements related to development and performance standards.
(2) All uses in residential zoning districts shall comply with all applicable general regulations in Chapter 18.20 TMC, including requirements for off-street parking, clear vision, fences, landscaping, buffers, signs, and site clearing.
(3) Proposals for residential and commercial development must include a process for ensuring that potential property owners are provided adequate notice regarding adjacent existing industrial and heavy commercial uses that may be in conflict with residential and light commercial uses. (Ord. 620 § 5(2), 2010)
18.25.030 Low-density residential single-family (R-1) district.
(1) Intent. The low-density residential single-family district is intended to reserve areas primarily for family living in single-family dwellings on large lots, characterized by privacy, an atmosphere conducive to sleep and repose, and living environments that promote the enjoyment of residential and neighborhood life. Certain community and commercial uses that are compatible with residential uses and consistent with the character of single-family neighborhoods should be allowed. Approved accessory dwelling units should be allowed.
(2) Uses Allowed.
(a) Uses allowed in the R-1 district are shown in the district use chart in Appendix A of this title.
(b) Approved accessory dwelling units may be allowed in R-1 zoning districts. The following standards shall apply:
(i) Minimum lot size: 15,000 square feet.
(ii) In R-1 zoning districts, an accessory dwelling unit may be located in a separate accessory structure or incorporated within the principal dwelling. See definition in TMC 18.20.060.
(iii) Accessory dwelling units in R-1 zoning districts must be sited so that they will conform with all applicable regulations, including all setback requirements, if the parcel is to be divided.
(3) Dimensional Requirements. Lot sizes, minimum dwelling unit sizes, allowable densities, lot coverage, height and setbacks shall be as set forth in Table 5. (Ord. 753 § 3 (Exh. C), 2019; Ord. 620 § 5(3), 2010)
18.25.040 High-density residential single-family (R-2) district.
(1) Intent. The high-density residential single-family district is intended to reserve areas primarily for family living in single-family dwellings, characterized by privacy, an atmosphere conducive to sleep and repose, and living environments that promote the enjoyment of residential and neighborhood life. Duplexes, approved accessory dwelling units, and certain community and commercial uses that are compatible with residential uses and consistent with the character of single-family neighborhoods should be allowed.
(2) Uses Allowed.
(a) Uses allowed in the R-2 district are shown in the district use chart in Appendix A of this title.
(b) Approved accessory dwelling units may be allowed in R-2 zoning districts. The following standards shall apply:
(i) Minimum lot size: 7,500 square feet.
(ii) In R-2 zoning districts, an accessory dwelling unit may be located in a separate accessory structure or incorporated with the principal dwelling.
(iii) Accessory dwelling units in R-2 zoning districts must be sited so that they will conform with all applicable regulations, including all setback requirements, if the parcel is divided.
(3) Dimensional Requirements. Lot sizes, minimum dwelling unit sizes, allowable densities, lot coverage, height and setbacks shall be as set forth in Table 5. (Ord. 753 § 3 (Exh. C), 2019; Ord. 620 § 5(4), 2010)
18.25.050 Residential multifamily (R-3) district.
(1) Intent. The residential multifamily district is intended to reserve areas primarily for families living in single-family and multifamily dwellings, characterized by an atmosphere conducive to sleep and repose, and living environments that promote the enjoyment of residential and neighborhood life. Duplexes, approved accessory dwelling units, and a variety of other uses that are compatible with residential uses and consistent with the character of multifamily neighborhoods should be allowed.
(2) Uses Allowed.
(a) Uses allowed in the R-3 district are shown in the district use chart in Appendix A of this title.
(b) Approved accessory dwelling units may be allowed in R-3 zoning districts. The following standards shall apply:
(i) Minimum lot size: 5,000 square feet; single-family: 1,500 square feet each additional unit.
(ii) In R-3 zoning districts, an accessory dwelling unit may be located in a separate accessory structure or incorporated within the principal dwelling.
(iii) Accessory dwelling units in R-3 zoning districts must be sited so that they will conform with all applicable regulations, including all setback requirements, if the parcel is to be divided.
(3) Dimensional Requirements. Lot sizes, minimum dwelling unit sizes, allowable densities, lot coverage, height and setbacks shall be as set forth in Table 5. (Ord. 753 § 3 (Exh. C), 2019; Ord. 620 § 5(5), 2010)
18.25.060 Sexually oriented businesses.
Sexually oriented businesses shall not be permitted in any R-1, R-2, or R-3 district. (Ord. 620 § 5(6), 2010)
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R-1 |
R-2 |
R-3 |
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Minimum lot size1 |
10,000 square feet |
5,000 square feet, single-family; 7,500 square feet, duplex |
5,000 square feet single-family; 1,500 square feet each additional unit |
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Maximum density, with PD permit |
6 d.u./net residential acre |
10 d.u./net residential acre |
16 d.u./net residential acre |
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Maximum building coverage2 |
35% |
50% |
50% |
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Maximum lot coverage2 |
50% |
65% |
80% |
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Minimum front yard setback2,3 |
15 feet |
15 feet |
15 feet |
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Minimum side yard setback2,3 |
5 feet |
5 feet |
5 feet |
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Minimum rear yard setback, main structure3 |
15 feet |
10 feet |
5 feet |
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Minimum rear yard setback, accessory structure3 |
5 feet |
5 feet |
5 feet |
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Maximum height, main structure |
30 feet |
30 feet |
30 feet |
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Maximum height, accessory structure |
24 feet |
24 feet |
24 feet |
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Minimum lot size with accessory dwelling unit |
15,000 square feet |
7,500 square feet |
6,500 square feet |
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Minimum primary dwelling unit size |
950 square feet |
500 square feet |
360 square feet |
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Minimum accessory dwelling unit size4 |
360 square feet |
360 square feet |
360 square feet |
LEGEND: d.u. = dwelling unit
1 Minimum lot sizes do not apply to planned developments.
2 Maximum lot coverage, front yard setback, and side yard setback apply to all structures, including accessory dwelling units.
3 Required off-street parking is not allowed in required front, side, or rear yard setbacks.
4 Limited to detached dwellings.
(Ord. 753 § 4 (Exh. D), 2019; Ord. 620 § 5(Table 5), 2010)