Chapter 17.16 — LOW-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (R-1) ZONE

The R-1 zone provides for low-density residential development and supporting compatible uses that have locations and development forms that provide a sense of both individual identity and neighborhood cohesion, and that provide private outdoor space for the households occupying individual units. The R-1 zone is intended to preserve existing single-unit neighborhoods, provide for compatible infill development in such areas, and prescribe the overall character of newly subdivided low-density areas.

• A. General Development Standards. The general property development standards for the R-1 zone shall be as set forth in Table 2-4: R-1 Zone Development Standards. See also Section 16.18.030 (Subdivisions; Lot Dimensions) for minimum lot dimensions.

Figure 2-1: Street Side Setback on Corner Lots

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• B. Interior Side and Rear Setback Standards. The interior side and rear setback standards for the R-1 zone shall be as set forth in Table 2-5: R-1 Zone Minimum Interior Side and Rear Setbacks. See also Figure 2-2: R-1 Zone Minimum Interior Side and Rear Setbacks and Building Height.

Table 2-5: R-1 Zone Minimum Interior Side and Rear Setbacks

Figure 2-2: R-1 Zone Minimum Interior Side and Rear Setbacks and Building Height

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• A. Requirements and Findings for FAR Increase in R-1 Zone. These regulations are established to encourage development and additions that are compatible with neighborhood character in the R-1 zone. The maximum FAR may be increased from 0.4 to 0.5 if the building design incorporates one of the following:

  1. Single-Story. Buildings limited to one story with a maximum height of 14 feet to top of a flat roof and 20 feet to the ridge or peak of a sloped roof (with otherwise permitted exceptions allowed). The allowed single story shall not include mezzanines or lofts.

  2. Greater Setbacks. A second-story step back of at least 5f ive feet along the front façade facing and provide second-story side setbacks that are at least 3 t hree feet greater than the minimum required setback.

  3. Garage Location. Provide a detached garage located behind the main dwelling.

• B. High-Occupancy Residential Use. Refer to Chapter XX1 7.14 8: (High-Occupancy Residential Use Regulations).

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