04-08-2021 Planning Commission Packet

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In the table shown on the previous page, we have proposed to allow higher densities for two- family buildings in the R-2 district. This change would require a 9,000 square foot lot for a two-unit building; presently, a 15,000 square foot lot is needed. This change is proposed in order to promote this housing type as recommended in the comprehensive plan and to be more line with the density regulations of neighboring cities and contemporary practices. 5. Accessory dwelling units in the R-1 district Is the Council comfortable with the idea of allowing detached accessory dwelling units in the R-1 zoning district? The minimum lot size for the existing house would be 15,000 square feet, and there would be regulations addressing maximum floor area, setbacks, total lot coverage, building height, exterior appearance, short term rental, parking, owner-occupancy of the principal dwelling and prohibition of separate sale. There are only a few lots in the City that are at least 15,000 square feet in size, and they are almost all north of LaBore Road. 6. Garage setbacks for attached housing Is the Council comfortable with the proposed setback regulations for garages on newly built houses? 7. Less Planning Commission and Council involvement in site plan review Is the Council accepting of the idea that certain site development applications will be reviewed and approved by City staff without going through the Planning Commission and City Council? Under the new code, the only site plans that would be reviewed by those two bodies would be those involving some judgment, namely Conditional Uses, variances, rezonings or plats. If there is no discretion involved, the site plan would be reviewed only by staff. This would save some applicants seven or eight weeks of time. Public notice and comment would still be allowed.