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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.
- 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.
- Residential Uses.
- Single-family Residential
- Duplex Residential
- Multiple Family Residential
- Home Occupations, pursuant to Section 165.24 of this chapter
- Commercial Uses. None
- Industrial Uses. None
- Civic Uses.
- Day Care Services (Limited)
- Park and Recreation Services
- Primary Educational Facility
- Religious Assembly
- 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.
- Residential Uses.
- Two-Family Residential
- Bed and Breakfast Establishments, pursuant to Section 165.25
- Commercial Uses. None
- Industrial Uses. None
- Civic Uses.
- College and University Facility
- Day Care Services (General)
- Local Utility Facility
- Religious Assembly
- Secondary Educational Facility
- Convalescent Services
- Guidance ServicesResidential Care Services
- 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.