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165.10 “R-2” MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT. This district is designed to provide residential areas of higher density than is allowed in the “R-1” district.

  1. Permitted Uses. Unless provided elsewhere in this chapter, only the following structures and uses shall be permitted in the “R-2” Medium Density Residential District.
    1. Residential Uses.
      • Single-family Residential
      • Duplex Residential
      • Multiple Family Residential
      • Home Occupations, pursuant to Section 165.24 of this chapter
    2. Commercial Uses. None
    3. Industrial Uses. None
    4. Civic Uses.
      • Day Care Services (Limited)
      • Park and Recreation Services
      • Primary Educational Facility
      • Religious Assembly
  2. Special Exception Uses. The following uses and structures may be allowed in the “R-2” Medium Density Residential District subject to review and approval of the Board of Adjustment.
    1. Residential Uses.
      • Two-Family Residential
      • Bed and Breakfast Establishments, pursuant to Section 165.25
    1. Commercial Uses. None
    2. Industrial Uses. None
    3. Civic Uses.
      • College and University Facility
      • Day Care Services (General)
      • Local Utility Facility
      • Religious Assembly
      • Secondary Educational Facility
      • Convalescent Services
      • Guidance ServicesResidential Care Services
  3. Development Regulations. Each development in the “R-2” Medium Density Residential District shall be subject to the following minimum site development regulations.
    Lot Area:................................ 7,500 square feet for single-family unit
    15,000 square feet for 2 dwelling unit.
    Lot Width:.............................. 75 feet.
    Front Yard Setback:................ 20 feet.
    Rear Yard Setback:................. 35 feet.
    Side Yard Setback:.................. 8 feet for single story structure.
    10 feet for 2 or more stories.
    Street Side Yard Setback:........ 20 feet.
    Maximum Height:................... 35 feet.
    Maximum Lot Coverage:........ 40% including principal and accessory buildings.
    Foundation:............................ All principal use structures must be erected on a foundation constructed in a manner so as to be impervious to frost. The base of any foundation must be, at a minimum, 42 inches below ground level.
    Minimum Building Width:...... All principal use buildings shall have a minimum width of 22 feet.