Planning Commission Agenda - 03/03/2026 (Workshop)AGENDA
MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP
Monday, March 3, 2026 – 5:00 p.m.
Monticello Community Center
Commissioners: Chair Andrew Tapper, Vice-Chair Melissa Robeck,
Rick Kothenbeutel, Teri Lehner, Rob Stark
Council Liaison: Councilmember Kip Christianson
Staff: Angela Schumann, Bob Ferguson, Tyler Bevier
1. General Business
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Discussion on Amendments to 2040 Vision + Plan and Zoning Ordinance for
single-family housing goals
2. Adjournment
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MEMORANDUM
__________________________________________________
To: Monticello Planning Commission
From: Angela Schumann, Community Development Director
Date: March 3, 2026
RE: Monticello 2040 Vision + Plan and Zoning Ordinance: Single-Family Housing Goals
REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND
The City Council, Planning Commission and the Economic Development Authority held a
workshop on March 31, 2025 to discuss goals and objectives for housing in Monticello, with
a specific focus on single-family residential development.
The Planning Commission held two follow-up workshops in 2025 to continue discussion on
single-family residential land uses. Planning Commission’s workshops on August 5, 2025
and November 3, 2025 focused on elements of the Monticello 2040 Vison + Plan relating to
single-family housing. The Commission provided feedback on how the plan’s land use goal
statements and the language within land use designation sections could be amended to
support the goals identified by policymakers during the March 2025 workshop.
The March 3, 2026 workshop will move discussion to lot area, width and design standards.
Current single-family lot area standards in the 2040 Plan and zoning ordinance will be
reviewed for feedback on desired residential density in relationship to those prior
discussions. Zoning ordinance language relating to home size and amenities within the R-A
and R-1 and T-N Districts will also be reviewed.
A summary of past discussion follows for reference in this memo. Prior workshop minutes
are included as supporting data.
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AMENDMENT CONSIDERATIONS & SUMMARY TO-DATE
Monticello 2040 Vision + Plan: Chapter 3, Land Use, Growth & Annexation
1. 2040 Residential Land Use Designations
(Estate Residential, Low Density Residential, Traditional Neighborhood, Mixed
Density Residential and Mixed Neighborhood)
a. Define gross versus net densities in Development Form area text
b. Low-Density Residential (LDR)
i. Consider a lower density threshold of 2.0 units – 5.0 units/acre | net
acre
ii. Consider additional language requiring amenities in consideration for
higher density range, such as:
• High-level of front façade detail, including a combination of brick or
stone and other architectural elements which build neighborhood
character and support the retention of individual unit value
• Require homes that will face their community using porches, patios,
landscaping and de-emphasizing garages
• Develop neighborhoods that include a sense of community and
continuity and avoid monotony and sameness
c. Discuss alignment between density thresholds stated in 2040 Plan
residential land use designations and individual corresponding zoning
districts (i.e. between Low Density Residential land use designation and the
R-1 Zoning District)
Planning Commission Guidance from August 5, 2025:
The Commission recommended adjustment of the Low-Density Residential (LDR)
land use designation density range to more closely align with the R-1 zoning
regulations and to indicate that additional amenities would be required to achieve
the higher range of density, which could occur through PUD.
o Preference for gross density reference in the 2040 plan.
o Adjust the Low-Density Residential Density (LDR) to 2-4 gross units per gross
acre.
o Review R-1 zoning to verify lot areas align with the density range.
o Include language within the LDR designation that indicates a higher level of
amenities in the individual units or proposed neighborhood is required to
achieve the higher end of the density range.
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2. Land Use Goals: Goal #2
Current Goal: City that prioritizes growth inward by concentrating development
activities within the existing city boundaries and grows or develops into the Orderly
Annexation Area only when development is proposed or planned contiguous to city
boundaries, sensitive open space lands are protected and thoughtfully incorporated
into the development pattern, and the land is serviced by appropriate utility and
transportation systems.
Amendment: Residential development will support Monticello’s vision for retaining
our small town character and reinforcing a sense of community and belonging. We
will plan for measured, incremental residential growth which is thoughtfully planned
and which creates well-designed neighborhoods which will retain their quality and
value into the future.
Planning Commission Guidance from August 5, 2025:
The Commission’s discussion indicated support for differentiating between the first
two goals in Chapter 3 of the 2040 Plan, with a specific goal related to residential
development similar to the following: “Residential development will support
Monticello’s vision for retaining our small-town character and will reinforce a sense
of community and belonging. We will plan for measured, incremental residential
growth which is thoughtfully planned and designed and which creates livable
neighborhoods that retain quality and value into the future.”
3. Future Land Use Map
Discuss re-guiding land areas within the growth area for:
a. Additional Estate Residential designations within both guided areas and
Development Reserve areas, focusing on conservation design potential as
outlined in the 2040 Plan
i. Would require an amendment to the acreage calculations in the plan
ii. Would require an amendment to the Future Land Use Map
b. Re-guide Mixed Neighborhood or Mixed Density Residential areas to align
with goals for encouraging additional lower density single-family opportunity
while balancing the need for affordable workforce housing options
i. Would require an amendment to the acreage calculations in the plan
ii. Would require an amendment to the Future Land Use Map
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Planning Commission Guidance from November 3, 2025:
The Commission’s discussion focused on identifying the land use characteristics
and amenities most likely to support low-density and estate residential
development and included initial feedback on locations where current 2040 land
use guidance could be reviewed for amendment in support of additional single-
family development.
The Commission indicated that estate residential and low-density residential
development would be most likely in areas with a higher level of natural amenities,
such as wetlands and woodlands. The Commission suggested areas with these
characteristics that could be reviewed for amendment to land use guidance in
support of Estate Residential (ER) or Low-Density Residential (LDR) classification.
In discussion, the Commission suggested that while larger lots are often discussed
as the baseline for estate residential or low-density development, the 2040 Plan’s
guidance for conservation-style design could also be used to support single-family
development that preserves natural resource areas through a cluster-design. While
the lot areas and widths may not be as expansive, the requirements for home sizes
and amenities should be aligned with the purpose and goals statements of the land
use designation and zoning district.
Monticello Zoning Ordinance: Single-Family Residential Districts
1. Review and discuss current single-family residential districts for alignment with
2040 Plan amendment considerations noted above:
a. Discuss lot area and width standards in R-A, R-1 and T-N Districts (and within
land use designations as applicable)
b. Review finished and finishable square footage requirements
c. Incorporate/revise façade treatment statements. Listed below are those
used in recent residential PUD ordinances.
i. No less than 10% brick or stone requirement when a combination of
board and batten, corbels, shakes, garage windows or other façade
features exceed 20% of the front façade
ii. Livable portions of the home exposed to the front street no less than
40% of the width of the structure, or in the alternative, the addition of
usable front porches or expanded front entry patios or entry features
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iii. Front entry doors no greater than 6 feet farther back from the garage
doors, or in the alternative, the addition of usable front porches or
expanded front entry patios or entry features
2. Review and discuss T-N standards in comparison to Traditional Residential and
Mixed-Density Residential land use designations
SUPPORTING DATA
A. November 3, 2025 Workshop Minutes
B. August 5, 2025 Workshop Minutes
C. March 31, 2025 Joint Workshop Minutes
D. Monticello 2040 Vision + Plan, Excerpts
E. Monticello Official Zoning Map
MONTICELLO 2040 VISION + PLAN 21
IMPLEMENTATION CHART: LAND USE, GROWTH AND ORDERLY ANNEXATION
GOAL POLICY STRATEGY ONGOING THEMESHORT-
TERM
LONG-
TERM
Complete Neighborhoods
Goal 2: A City that prioritizes
growth inward by concentrating
development activities within
the existing city boundaries
and grows or develops into the
Orderly Annexation Area only
when development is proposed
or planned contiguous to city
boundaries, sensitive open
space lands are protected and
thoughtfully incorporated into the
development pattern, and the land
is serviced by appropriate utility
and transportation systems.
Policy 2.1: Neighborhood
Diversity & Life-Cycle Housing
Sustain a diverse array of
neighborhood character and
housing types throughout
Monticello. These will range from
estate residential to established
traditional neighborhoods, to
new planned subdivisions and
conservation development, and
neighborhoods oriented around
a center or activity generator.
The unique design elements that
define each neighborhood should
be protected and enhanced in the
future including its housing stock,
parks and public infrastructure.
Strategy 2.1.1 - Adopt zoning regulations
that allow for a wider diversity of housing
types, identify character defining features and
encourage a center of focus for
each neighborhood.
Strategy 2.1.2 - Encourage opportunities for
residents to stay in Monticello, with additional
options for estate residential, senior living, and
other life-cycle options.
Strategy 2.1.3 - Amend zoning regulations as
necessary to allow for small-lot single family
homes, neo-traditional housing styles, cottage
homes, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and
mansion style condos.
Strategy 2.1.4 - Encourage housing options
which incorporate Universal Design to promote
equity in housing choice.
Strategy 2.1.5 - Consider allowing Accessory
Dwelling Units (ADUs).
MONTICELLO 2040 COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOODS EXCERPT - CHAPTER 3
Monticello’s neighborhoods help define the city’s form and sense of place. The city’s neighborhoods will continue to evolve in the years ahead. In areas where the basic development pattern is already established
continued reinvestment in the housing stock and infrastructure is encouraged with an emphasis on sustainable design in terms of private property improvement and investment, as well as capital improvements. In
the outlying areas of the city where the development pattern is still evolving, new neighborhoods will be safe, healthy, attractive with a diverse population and housing stock. The planning objective for all Monticello
residential areas is to make each neighborhood “complete” — with a variety of housing choices, proximity to neighborhood- scaled commercial services, community services, and neighborhood parks that serve as
an identifiable center and gathering place for its neighbors and future residents.
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IMPLEMENTATION CHART: LAND USE, GROWTH AND ORDERLY ANNEXATION
GOAL POLICY STRATEGY ONGOING THEMESHORT-
TERM
LONG-
TERM
Goal 2: Complete Neighborhoods Policy 2.7: Locations for Higher
Density Housing
Generally, locate new higher
density housing and mixed-
use development in proximity
to Downtown where there is
good access to parks and open
space, proximity to local-serving
commercial uses, and proximity
to the transportation network.
Consider impacts to over
concentration of multi-family uses in
specific locations. Conversely, the
City should discourage the use of
vacant sites with these attributes for
new low employee intensity or low
value land uses.
Strategy 2.7.1 - Amend the Zoning Map to be
consistent with the Future Land Use Map and
identify areas where mixed-density residential
uses are appropriate.
Goal 2: Complete Neighborhoods Policy 2.8: Equitable Planning
Ensure that no single neighborhood or population group is disproportionately
impacted by flooding or environmental burdens, city services, incompatible
uses, neighborhood constraints or potential hazards.
Goal 2: Complete Neighborhoods Policy 2.9 - Neighborhood Design
Support the development of
neighborhoods with a strong set of
amenities which enhance quality
of life, retain residents and support
continued investment.
Strategy 2.9.1 - Integrate open space, parks,
street trees, landscaping, and natural features
into Monticello’s neighborhoods to enhance
their visual quality, create inviting and safe
spaces, and improve access to nature
and recreation.
Strategy 2.9.2 - Create and maintain
a Neighborhood Conservation Overlay
zoning district to identify areas that should
be developed in a manner consistent with
conservation style development.
IMPLEMENTATION
MONTICELLO 2040 VISION + PLAN 49
IMPLEMENTATION CHART: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
GOAL POLICY STRATEGY ONGOING THEMESHORT-
TERM
LONG-
TERM
Goal 4: Redevelopment
& Reinvestment
Policy 4.2: Revitalization
Support revitalization efforts for
publicly owned properties
and other opportunity sites
throughout the community.
Strategy 4.2.1 - Evaluate any development
related processes or fees which could be
modified to support or encourage reinvestment
in targeted areas.
Strategy 4.2.2 - Research and develop
reinvestment programs for targeted housing
areas and other sites throughout the community
for long-term investment.
Strategy 4.2.3 - Use strategies identified in
the Community Character, Design and the Arts
Chapter in revitalization projects.
Life-Cycle Housing
Goal 5: Goal 5 - Monticello will be
a community with a wide variety
of housing options that includes
workforce, starter, step up,
and senior housing to allow for
new and existing residents to
remain and age in the community.
Policy 5.1:
Housing to Support Employment
Actively promote and seek
opportunities for the development
of a wide variety of housing
types, styles and price points as
a mechanism to support and
attract employment.
Strategy 5.1.1 - Continue to market workforce
housing development on EDA-owned land
along East 4th Street and Outlot A of Country
Club Manor, or at other suitable sites in the City,
including the Downtown.
Strategy 5.1.2 - Maintain and update annually
property availability maps for residential
housing sites as identified in the
2020 Housing Report.
Strategy 5.1.3 - Support efforts by private and
non-profit entities to develop affordable housing
projects utilizing state and federal programs
based on housing supply and demand data.
Strategy 5.1.4 - Examine use and application
of available housing TIF dollars per the 2016
TIF Management Plan and the adopted Policy
Statements for Available TIF Funds.
Strategy 5.1.5 - Complete updates to the
2020 Housing Study and regular and
appropriate intervals.
Strategy 5.1.6 - Continue to periodically
examine housing stock for aging or blighted
properties and research development
of programs for redevelopment and/or
revitalization of existing housing.
§ 153.043 RESIDENTIAL BASE ZONING DISTRICTS.
(A) General purpose. The residential base zoning districts established in this section are intended to provide a variety of
housing options in a comfortable, healthy, safe, and pleasant environment in which to live and recreate at a neighborhood
level. More specifically, they are intended to:
(1) Promote strong residential neighborhoods with a sense of connection to the community;
(2) Foster citizen involvement in the community, interaction between neighbors and neighborhood oriented support
systems;
(3) Provide a range of housing choices and affordability through varying housing densities, types and designs including
accessory dwelling units;
(4) Seek quality over quantity in new residential growth;
(5) Maintain a connection to the natural environment by incorporation of natural characteristics into the development
setting.
(B) Standards applicable to all residential base zoning districts.
(1) Zero side lot line development. Residential unit lots containing duplexes or townhouses may be subdivided along
the common wall in a “zero lot line” arrangement, provided:
(a) The combined area of the base lot and individual unit lots contains the required amount of lot area per unit as
prescribed elsewhere in this chapter;
(b) Unit lots shall meet all required setbacks from the boundaries of the base lot;
(c) Any shared wall facing on a zero side lot line is a structural wall capable of providing protection from fire, noise and
visual encroachment.
(2) Condominiums. Residential lots of non-single-family structures may be divided for the purpose of condominium
ownership provided that:
(a) The principal structure containing the housing units shall meet the setback distances of the applicable zoning
district.
(b) Each condominium unit shall have the minimum lot area for the type of housing unit and usable open space as
specified in the area and building size regulations of this chapter.
(c) Condominiums shall be designed to meet the International Building Code as adopted in the Monticello City Code.
(C) Agricultural Open Space District (A-O). The purpose of the "A-O" Agricultural-Open Space District is to provide
suitable areas of the city for the retention and utilization of open space and/or agricultural uses, prevent scattered non-farm
uses from developing improperly, and to secure economy in government expenditures for public utilities and service.
(1) Lot area minimum: two acres.
(2) Lot width minimum: 200 feet.
Typical A-O Lot Configuration
TABLE 3-3: A-O DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Required Yards (in feet)
Max Height
(stories/ft.)
Minimum
Floor Area
(sq. ft.)
Minimum
Building
Width (ft.)
Minimum Roof
Pitch & Soffit
(vertical
rise/horizontal
run)
Front
Interior
Side
Street
Side
Rear
Principal
Structures 50 30 30 50 NA 1000 20 NA
Accessory
Structures [1]6 30 6 15 NA NA NA
[1]: Accessory structures shall not be located beyond the front building line established by the
principal structure.
(D) Residential Amenities District (R-A). The purpose of the "R-A" Residential Amenities District is to provide move up
housing in the form of low density, single-family, detached residential dwelling units and directly related compleme ntary
uses in areas of high natural residential amenities including such conditions as woodlands, wetlands, and significant views.
(1) Base lot area.
(a) Minimum: 14,000 sq. ft.
(b) Average: 16,000 sq. ft. (at least 40% of lots created through subdivision shall exceed 15,000 sq. ft. in size).
(2) Base lot width.
(a) Minimum: 90 ft.
(b) Average: 100 ft. (at least 40% of lots created through subdivision shall exceed 100 ft. in width).
Typical R-A Lot Configuration
TABLE 3-4: R-A DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Required Yards (in feet)
Max Height
(stories/f t.)
Minimum Floor
Area (sq. ft.)
Minimum
Building
Width (ft.)
Minimum Roof
Pitch & Soffit
(vertical
rise/horizon tal
run)
Front Interior
Side
Street
Side Rear
Single- Family Building 35
10
[1]
20
30
[2]
2.5 stories
35 feet
Minimum
foundation sizes by
home type [3]
2000
finishable [4]
24
6 in./12 in.
no minimum soffit
[5]
[1]: For interior lots in R-1 and R-A districts, attached accessory uses shall be setback no less than 6 feet from the side yard property line, provided
that the sum of both side yard setbacks shall be a minimum of 20 feet.
[2]: The required rear yard shall consist of a space at least 30-feet in depth across the entire width of the lot that is exclusive of wetlands, ponds, or
slopes greater than 12%.
[3]: 2,400 square foot gross floor area excluding a basement or cellar for two story homes and a 1,600 square foot foundation for multi-level, rambler
and split entry homes.
[4]: Finishable square footage is exclusive of required attached garage floor area.
[5]: Roof gables, shed roofs, dormers and porch roofs to allow for a lower pitch to incorporate as an architectural feature, provided no such exempted
roof areas shall comprise any more than 20% of the total horizontal roof area of a single-family structure as measured from a bird's-eye plan view.
Accessory Structures and
Uses
- An attached garage shall be included with all principal residential structures in the R-A district.
- See § 153.092(B) for all general standards and limitations on accessory structures.
- The minimum floor area for the required attached garage shall be 700 sq. ft.
- No portion of any garage space may be more than five feet closer to the street than the front building line of the
principal use (including porch).
- See footnote [1] above as related to setbacks for attached accessory uses on interior lots.
Other Regulations to
Consult (not all inclusive)
- § 153.042, Common District Requirements
- § 153.043(B), Standards Applicable to All Residential Base Zoning Districts
- § 153.070, Building Materials
- § 153.067, Off-Street Parking
- § 153.060, Landscaping and Screening Standards
(E) Single- Family Residential District (R- 1). The purpose of the "R- 1" Single-Family Residential District is to provide for
low density, single-family, detached residential dwelling units and directly related complementary uses.
(1) Base lot area.
(a) Minimum: 10,000 sq. ft.
(b) Average: 12,000 sq. ft. (at least 40% of lots created through subdivision shall exceed 12,000 sq. ft. in size).
(2) Base lot width.
(a) Minimum: 70 ft.
(b) Average: 80 ft. (at least 40% of lots created through subdivision shall exceed 80 ft. in width).
Typical R-1 Lot Configuration
TABLE 3-5: R-1 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Required Yards (in feet)
Max Height
(stories/ft.)
Minimum
Floor Area (sq.
ft.)
Minimu m
Building Width
(ft.)
Minimum Roof
Pitch & Soffit
(vertical
rise/horizon
tal run)
Front Interior
Side
Street
Side Rear
Single- Family Building 30 10 [1]
and [2]20 30
2.5 stories
35 feet
1,050
foundation/
2,000 finishable
[4]
24
5 in./12 in.
no minimum
soffit [5]
[1]: For interior lots in R-1 and R-A districts, attached accessory uses shall be setback no less than 6 feet from the side
yard property line, provided that the sum of both side yard setbacks shall be a minimum of 20 feet.
[2]: Interior side yard setbacks for single-family homes on lots of record with a lot width 66 feet or less in the Original Plat
of Monticello and Lower Monticello shall be at least six feet.
[3]: The required rear yard shall consist of a space at least 30-feet in depth across the entire width of the lot that is
exclusive of wetlands, ponds, or slopes greater than 12%.
[4]: Finishable square footage is exclusive of required attached garage floor area.
[5]: Roof gables, shed roofs, dormers and porch roofs to allow for a lower pitch to incorporate as an architectural feature,
provided no such exempted roof areas shall comprise any more than 20% of the total horizontal roof area of a single-
family structure as measured from a bird's-eye plan view.
Accessory Structures
and Uses
- An attached garage shall be included with all principal residential structures in the R-1 district.
- See § 153.092(B) for all general standards and limitations on accessory structures.
- The minimum floor area for the required attached garage shall be 550 sq. ft.
- See footnote [1] above as related to setbacks for attached accessory uses on interior lots.
Other Regulations to
Consult (not all inclusive)
- § 153.042, Common District Requirements
- § 153.043(B), Standards Applicable to All Residential Base Zoning Districts
- § 153.070, Building Materials
- § 153.067, Off-Street Parking
- § 153.060, Landscaping and Screening Standards
(F) Single and Two- Family Residential District (R-2). The purpose of the "R-2" Single and Two-Family Residential
District is to provide for low to moderate density one and two unit dwellings and directly related complementary uses.
(1) Base density.
Unit Type Minimum Lot Area/Unit
Single-family 10,000 sq. ft.
Duplex/two-family 7,000 sq. ft.
Townhome*7,000 sq. ft.
Multi-family (3-4 units)*5,500 sq. ft.
*By conditional use permit only. See also multi-family dwelling unit standards.
(3) Minimum lot width.
R-2 District Original Plat
Lot Width 80 ft.66 ft.
Typical R-2 Lot Configuration
TABLE 3-6: R-2 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Required Yards (in feet)
Max Height Minimum
Floor Area
Minimum
Finished Floor Minimum
Building Width
Minimum Pitch
& Soffit
Front Interior
Side
Street
Side Rear
(stories / ft.)(sq. ft.)Area (sq. ft.)
[3]
(ft.)(vertical rise/
horizontal run)
TABLE 3-6: R-2 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Required Yards (in feet)
Max Height
(stories / ft.)
Minimum
Floor Area
(sq. ft.)
Minimum
Finished Floor
Area (sq. ft.)
[3]
Minimum
Building Width
(ft.)
Minimum Pitch
& Soffit
(vertical rise/
horizontal run)Front Interior
Side
Street
Side Rear
Single- Family 30 10 [1]
and [2]20 30
2.5 stories
35 feet
1,050
foundatio n/
1,800
finishable [3]Minimum
finished square
footage must
be equivalen t
to the principal
use unit
foundatio n size
24
5 in./12 in.
no minimum
soffit [4]
Duplex 30 10 [2]20 30
2.5 stories
35 feet 1,050
foundatio n
1,400
finishable
24
Townhouse
Multi- family
Building
30 10 20 30
2.5 stories
35 feet
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[1]: For the Original Plat of Monticello and Lower Monticello, where adjacent structures (excluding accessory buildings within same
block) have front yard setbacks different from those required, the front yard minimum setback shall be the average of the adjacent
structures. If there is only one adjacent structure, the front yard minimum setback shall be the average of the required setback and
the setback of the adjacent structure.
[2]: Interior side yard setbacks for single-family homes on lots of record with a lot width 66 feet or less in the Original Plat of
Monticello and Lower Monticello shall be at least six feet.
[3]: Finishable and finished square footage is exclusive of required attached garage floor area
[4]: Roof gables, shed roofs, dormers and porch roofs to allow for a lower pitch to incorporate as an architectural feature, provided
no such exempted roof areas shall comprise any more than 20% of the total horizontal roof area of a structure as measured from a
bird’s eye plan view.
Accessory
Structure s and
Uses
- An attached garage shall be included with all principal residential structures in the R-1 district.
- See § 153.092(B) for all general standards and limitations on accessory structures.
-The minimum floor area for all required attached garages shall be 450 sq. ft.
- No portion of any attached garage may be more than 10 feet closer to the street that the principal structure.
- Except for single-family buildings, any driveway leading directly to an attached garage may not exceed 18"in width at the front yard
property line.
Other
Regulations to
Consult (not all
inclusive)
- § 153.042, Common District Requirements
- § 153.043(B), Standards Applicable to All Residential Base Zoning Districts
- § 153.070, Building Materials
- § 153.067, Off-Street Parking
- § 153.060, Landscaping and Screening Standards
(G) Traditional Neighborhood Residential District (T- N). The purpose of the "T-N" Traditional Neighborhood Residential
District is to provide for medium density, single-family, detached residential dwelling units and directly related
complementary uses.
(1) Minimum lot area: 5,500 sq. ft.
(2) Minimum lot width: 55 ft.
(3) Minimum lot depth: 100 ft.
Typical T-N Lot Configuration
TABLE 3-7: T-N DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Required Yards (in feet)
Max Height
(stories/f t.)
Minimum Floor
Area (sq. ft.)
Minimu m
Building Width
(ft.)
Minimum Pitch &
Soffit (vertical
rise/horizon tal
run)
Front
[1]
Interior
Side
Street
Side Rear
TABLE 3-7: T-N DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Required Yards (in feet)
Max Height
(stories/f t.)
Minimum Floor
Area (sq. ft.)
Minimu m
Building Width
(ft.)
Minimum Pitch &
Soffit (vertical
rise/horizon tal
run)
Front
[1]
Interior
Side
Street
Side Rear
Single- Family
Building 25[1]10 20 30
[2]
2.5 stories
35 feet
1,050 foundation/
2,000 finishable [2]
24
5 in./12 in.
no minimum soffit
[5]
[1]: The minimum width of the dimension of the principal building living area across the front building line shall be no less than
12 ft., which may include a usable porch of at least 6 ft. in depth. The maximum building line of the attached garage may be no
more than 20 ft. across the front building line.
[2]: Finishable square footage is exclusive of required attached accessory space garage floor area.
Accessor y
Structure s and
Uses
- An attached garage shall be included with all principal residential structures in the T-N district.
- See § 153.092(B) for all general standards and limitations on accessory structures.
- The minimum floor area for the required attached garage shall be 480 sq. ft.
- For front-loaded attached garages, no portion of any garage space may be more than five feet closer to the street than the
front building line of the principal use (including porch).
- No private driveway leading to an accessory structure may exceed 24 ft. in width at the front yard property line. Driveways
shall be offset and separated to maximize on-street parking capacity.
Other Regulations
to Consult (not all
inclusive)
- § 153.042, Common District Requirements
- § 153.043(B), Standards Applicable to All Residential Base Zoning Districts
- § 153.070, Building Materials
- § 153.067, Off-Street Parking
- § 153.060, Landscaping and Screening Standards
§ 153.070 BUILDING MATERIALS.
(A) Purpose. The purpose of these regulations is to enhance the quality and longevity of buildings in all zoning districts of
the city, and to protect citizen investments in property value by ensuring complementary building style, construction, and
appearance.
(B) General requirements.
(1) Consistency required. In all districts, all buildings shall be finished on all sides with consistent architectural quality,
materials, and design.
(2) New materials. In recognition of the ever-changing marketplace for new finishing materials, the Community
Development Department may authorize the use of materials not listed herein if it is determined that such a material is
substantially similar or superior to one or more of the approved building materials.
(C) Residential district requirements.
(1) All residence districts. No metal siding shall be permitted wider than 12 inches or without a one-half inch or more
overlap and relief.
(2) R-1 and R-2 Districts. A minimum of 15% of the front building façade of any structure in the R-1 or R-2 Districts, less
the square footage area of windows and garage doors, shall be covered with brick or stone. Any attached or major detached
accessory building that can be seen from the street shall meet this same standard when consistent with the principal
structure. Structures with front facades covered by at least 70% stucco or real wood may reduce the brick or stone coverage
to 5%. The Planning Commission may approve optional facade treatments prior to building permit through site plan review
when additional architectural detailing so warrants. Such detailing may include usable front porches, extraordinary roof pitch
or other features.
(3) R-A and T-N Districts. A minimum of 20% of the front building façade of any structure in the R-A or T-N zoning
district, less the square footage area of windows and garage doors, shall be covered with brick or stone. Any attached or
major detached accessory building that can be seen from the street shall meet this same standard when consistent with the
principal structure. Structures with front facades covered by at least 70% stucco or real wood may reduce the brick or stone
coverage to 10%.
(4) R-3 District and other districts with multiple-family housing. The R-3 and R-4 District and other districts with multiple-
family housing shall be subject to building material standards as follows:
(a) All building walls facing a public street shall be covered with stone, brick, cultured masonry simulating brick or
stone, or other enhanced materials to an extent not less than 20% of the exposed wall silhouette area; and
(b) Multiple-family structures of 13 or more units shall, when using lap horizontal siding, be constructed of heavy
gauge steel or cement-board, with no use of vinyl or aluminum permitted. Natural wood or species that is resistant to decay
may be permitted.
(5) Roofing materials. Roofing materials in residential districts, including for principal and accessory buildings, shall
consist of shingles made of asphalt, fiberglass, durable rot-resistant wood (such as cedar), stone (such as slate) or
architectural metal (including steel and copper). Heavy gauge steel or copper may be used for standing-seam roofing. Steel
may be used only when designed to resemble traditional residential architectural roofing materials.
(D) Business district requirements. In all Business Zoning Districts (see table 3-1), the following building materials
standards shall apply.
(1) No galvanized or unfinished steel, galvalum, or unfinished aluminum buildings, except those specifically designed to
have a corrosive designed finish such as“corten” steel, shall be permitted in the districts listed herein.
(2) Buildings in these zoning districts shall maintain a high standard of architectural and aesthetic compatibility with
conforming surrounding properties to ensure that they will not adversely impact the property values of the abutting
properties and shall have a positive impact on the public health, safety, and general welfare, insofar as practicable.
(3) Exterior building finishes in the districts subject to this section shall consist of materials compatible in grade and
quality to the following:
(a) Brick.
(b) Natural stone.
(c) Decorative rock face or concrete block.
(d) Cast-in-place concrete or pre-cast concrete panels.
(e) Wood, provided that the surfaces are finished for exterior use and wood of proven exterior durability is used, such
as cedar, redwood, or cypress.
(f) Glass.
(g) Exterior insulated finish systems, where said system is manufactured to replicate the look of one of the approved
building materials in this section.