HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-O-28 - Integrated Housing District R2.5 (2) ORDINANCE NO. 2021-0-28
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF STEPHENVILLE,TEXAS ESTABLISHING A ZONING CLASSIFICATION IN THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDING FOR MEDIUM DENSITY CITY NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT TO BE
KNOWN AS SECTION 154.05.8 INEGRATED HOUSING DISTRICT (R-2.5) AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, Current City zoning regulations do not provide a classification to provide for medium
density city neighborhood development; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Stephenville, Texas desires to provide a zoning
classification for said development with appropriate rules and regulations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STEPHENVILLE,
TEXAS:
SECTION 1.
The following zoning classification is hereby established to the City of Stephenville Code of Ordinances:
Sec. 154.05.8 INTEGRATED HOUSING DISTRICT(R-2.5).
5.8.A Description.
This integrated residential housing district provides for medium-density city neighborhood development.
The primary land use allows for single-family dwellings, two-to-four family dwelling units, patio homes,
condominiums and townhomes Generally,this district is for developments resulting in individually platted
homes or dwelling units and generally,owner occupied. Recreational, religious and educational uses are
also permitted so as to contribute to the natural elements of a convenient, balanced and attractive
neighborhood. Development within this district is intended to be protected from the encroachment of
land activities that do not contribute to the aesthetic and functional well being of the intended district
environment. The Integrated Housing District will be applicable to for all Residential Districts,
Neighborhood Business District (B-1), Central Business District (B-3), and Downtown District(DT).
5.8. B Permitted Uses.
1. Single-family detached dwelling, limited to occupancy by a family having no more than three
individuals who are unrelated by blood, legal adoption, marriage or conservatorship. The owner
and any agent of the owner shall be legally responsible for directly or indirectly allowing,
permitting, causing, or failing to prohibit residential use of a dwelling in this district by more than
three unrelated individuals;
2. Two-to-four family dwellings, with each family limited as in division (1) above;
3. Townhouse dwellings,with each family limited as in division (1) above;
4. Condominium dwellings, with each family limited as in division (1) above;
5.8.0 Conditional Uses.
1. Home occupation;
2. Common facilities as the principal use of one or more platted lots in a subdivision;
3. Adult and/or children's day care centers;
4. Foster group home; and
5. Residence hall.
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5.8.D Height,Area,Yard and Lot Coverage Requirements.
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A. Single family dwelling.
1. Minimum lot area: 3,000 ft2 .
2. Minimum lot width and lot frontage: 50 feet.
3. Minimum lot depth: 60 feet.
4. Minimum depth of front setback: 15 feet.
5. Minimum depth of rear setback: 15 feet.
6. Minimum width of side setback:
a. Internal lot: five feet.
b. Corner lot: 15 feet from intersecting side street.
7. Building size:
a. Maximum coverage as a percentage of lot area: 40%.
b. Single family dwelling: 1,000 ft2 .
8. Accessory buildings:
a. Maximum accessory buildings coverage of rear yard: 20%.
b. Maximum number of accessory buildings: one.
c. Minimum depth of side setback: five feet.
d. Minimum depth of rear setback: five feet.
e. Minimum depth from the edge of the main building: 12 feet.
9. Maximum height of structures: 35 feet.
10. Public, semi-public or public service buildings, hospitals, institutions or schools may not
exceed a height of 60 feet. Churches, temples and mosques may not exceed 75 feet, if the
building is set back from each yard line at least one foot for each two feet additional height
above the height limit in this district.
B. Two-to-four family.
1. Minimum lot area:7,500 ft2 for two dwelling units, plus 1,000 ft2 for each additional dwelling
unit.
2. Minimum lot width and lot frontage: 75 feet.
3. Minimum lot depth: 100 feet.
4. Minimum depth of front setback: 15 feet.
5. Minimum depth of rear setback: 15 feet.
6. Minimum width of side setback:
a. Internal lot: six feet.
b. Corner lot: 15 feet from intersecting side street.
7. Building size:
a. Maximum coverage as a percentage of lot area:40%.
b. Minimum area of each dwelling unit: 800 ft2 .
8. Accessory buildings:
a. Maximum accessory building coverage of rear yard: 20%.
b. Maximum area of each accessory building: 200 ft2 .
c. Maximum number of accessory buildings: one per unit.
d. Minimum depth of side setback: five feet.
e. Minimum depth of rear setback: five feet.
f. Minimum depth from the edge of the main building: 12 feet.
9. Maximum height of structures: 35 feet.
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10. Public, semi-public or public service buildings, hospitals, institutions or schools may not
exceed a height of 60 feet. Churches, temples and mosques may not exceed 75 feet, if the
building is set back from each yard line at least one foot for each two feet additional height
above the height limit in this district.
C. Townhouse/Condominium.
1. Minimum lot area: 3,000 ft2 per unit.
2. Minimum average lot width and lot frontage: 30 feet.
3. Minimum lot depth: 100 feet.
4. Minimum depth of front setback: 15 feet.
5. Minimum depth of rear setback: 15 feet.
6. Minimum width of side setback:
a. Internal lot: five feet.
b. Corner lot: 15 feet from intersecting side street.
7. Building size:
a. Maximum building coverage as a percentage of lot area: 40%
b. Minimum area of each Townhouse dwelling unit: 800 ft2 .
c. Minimum area of each Condominium of each dwelling unit: 500 ft2 for one bedroom or
less, plus 125 ft2 of floor area for each additional bedroom.
8. Accessory buildings:
a. Maximum accessory building coverage of rear yard: 20%.
b. Maximum area of each accessory building: 200 ft2 .
c. Maximum number of accessory buildings: one per unit.
d. Minimum depth of side setback: five feet.
e. Minimum depth of rear setback: five feet.
f. Minimum depth from the edge of the main building: 12 feet.
9. Maximum height of structures: 35 feet.
10. Public, semi-public or public service buildings, hospitals, institutions or schools may not exceed a
height of 60 feet. Churches, temples and mosques may not exceed 75 feet, if the building is set
back from each yard line at least one foot for each two feet additional height above the height
limit in this district.
11. Maximum density of Townhome or Condominium Housing within the R-2.5 District shall not
exceed 14 units per acres with each unit platted separately.
12. Deviations from the required standards within the R-2.5 district will be subject to site plan review
by the Planning and Zoning Commission and subsequent approval by City Council. Site plans
should include renderings with elevations, a finish schedule and incorporate architectural designs
that complement the existing structures of the area of integration.
5.8.E Parking Regulations.
Lots in this District shall provide a minimum of two vehicle parking spaces per dwelling unit, with a
driveway connecting the parking spaces with a street or alley, and meet all the pertinent requirements
contained in Section 154.11 Parking spaces for vehicles of this ordinance.
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SECTION 2.
This ordinance shall be effective upon passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 7th day of September, 2021.
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Approved as to form and legality
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