Zoning Ordinance Revision for
Nonconforming Buildings and Uses
CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 4, 2024
PURPOSE OF REVISIONS
Restore Section 30-5.6(a): Building Site, Areas and
Easements
Inadvertently deleted with code update in 2022
Applies to existing small, non-conforming lots
Flexibility in front and rear yards for buildings / additions Design Review / Building Permit requirements still apply Reestablishes past practice, no change from prior rules CITY COUNCIL, JUNE 4, 2024 – NONCONFORMING BUILDINGS AND USES 2
EXAMPLE
Regulations for
Lots < 100’ Deep
Front yard
Average of
adjoining
properties
Rear yard
20% of lot depth
Not less than 12’
CITY COUNCIL, JUNE 4, 2024 – NONCONFORMING BUILDINGS AND USES 3 Zoning Standard:
20’ Front and Rear Yards
Average Adjoining Front: 15’
Special Front Setback: 15’
Lot Depth: 65’
Special Rear Setback: 13’
RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Board and staff recommend the City Council adopt the draft ordinance to restore Section 30-5.6(a).
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