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99.1 EXCEPTIONS TO THE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

99.1.1 Exceptions to Development Standards. The following exceptions to the development standards in this Division are allowed subject to the specified limitations: (Former Section CZ#A314-15(A))

99.1.1.1 Exceptions to Height Standards. Any structure, building or any architectural feature of a building may be erected to a height greater than the maximum height limits in this division provided that a Special Permit is first obtained. Such excess height, when allowed, will normally be conditioned upon proportional increases in the yards required. (Former Section CZ#A314-15(A)(1))

99.1.1.2 Exceptions to Lot Size, Lot Width and Lot Depth Standards in Residential Zones. In order to better design and cope with difficulties due to topography and other natural or man-made features, minimum lot size, minimum lot width and maximum lot depth in all zones may be modified as specified in the following table, subject to securing a Special Permit: (Former Section CZ#A314-15(A)(2))

EXCEPTIONS TABLE

DEVELOPMENT STANDARD

PERMITTED MODIFICATION

LIMITATIONS

Minimum Lot Size

Minimum Lot Size may be modified down to a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the required lot size, or 5,000 square feet, whichever is greater.

Such modifications must be approved in conjunction with a subdivision or lot line adjustment.

No lot created by the proposed subdivision or lot line adjustment shall exceed 1.8 times the applicable minimum lot size. Also, the total number of lots created by the subdivision shall not be more than that allowed by the applicable zone.

Minimum Lot Width

Minimum Lot Width may be modified to a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the required lot width.

Minimum Lot Width shall not be modified below fifty feet (50').

Maximum Lot Depth

Maximum Lot Depth may be modified up to a maximum of twice that permitted.

Maximum Lot Depth shall not be modified to exceed eight (8) times the lot width.

99.1.1.3 Exceptions to Yard Standards.

99.1.1.3.1 Architectural Features. Cornices, eaves, canopies, bay windows, chimneys and similar architectural features may extend a maximum of two and one-half feet (2½') into the minimum required yard. (Former Section CZ#A314-15(A)(3)(a))

99.1.1.3.2 Uncovered Porches, Decks or Stairways. Uncovered porches, decks or stairways, fire escapes or landings may extend a maximum of six feet (6') into front or rear yards and three feet (3') into side yards. (Former Section CZ#A314-15(A)(3)(b))

99.1.1.3.3 Developed Block in a Residential Zone. In any RM, R2 or RS zone where more than one-half of the existing and potential lots on the block are occupied with residential main buildings, the required front yard shall be the average of those of the improved sites to a maximum of that required for the zone. (Former Section CZ#A314-15(A)(3)(c))

99.1.1.3.4 Substandard Lots. Minimum yard standards for substandard lots less than two and one-half acres (2.5a) in size in RA, AE, TPZ and TC zones shall be reduced to:

Front

Twenty feet (20')

Rear

Ten feet (10')

Interior Side

Five feet (5')

Exterior Side

Twenty feet (20')

(Former Section CZ#A314-15(A)(3)(d); Amended by Ord. 1842, Sec. 22, 8/16/88)