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Chapter 18.55 RM-14 RESIDENTIAL ZONE
RM-14 RESIDENTIAL ZONE
18.55.020 Permitted uses.
18.55.030 Conditional uses.
18.55.040 Permitted accessory uses.
18.55.050 Area requirements.
18.55.060 Design standards.
18.55.070 Setback requirements.
18.55.080 Square footage of dwelling units.
18.55.090 Building height.
18.55.100 Multi-unit development standards.
18.55.110 Parking and access.
18.55.120 Trash storage.
18.55.130 Vehicle storage.
18.55.140 Standards for open space.
18.55.170 Fencing.
18.55.180 Swimming pools.
18.55.190 Individual dwelling lot standards.
Prior legislation: Code 1997 §§ 12-245-075 and 12-245-080.
To provide areas of medium residential density with the opportunity for varied housing styles with a maximum density of 14 dwelling units per gross acre. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-005.]
(4) Household pets (two maximum). [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-010.]
(1) Public and quasi-public buildings and uses.
(2) Home occupations.
(3) Other compatible uses, not elsewhere specified, approved by the city council after recommendation by the planning commission. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-015.]
(3) Recreation Facilities. Basketball courts, tennis courts, and similar structures. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); amended during 2011 recodification; Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-020.]
(1) Area. Each application pursuant to this chapter must be for parcel or contiguous parcels within Riverton City.
(2) Parcel Size. Each application pursuant to this chapter shall be for a site of not less than five acres.
(3) Percent Open Space. Each development in the RM-14 zone shall have a minimum of 25 percent of the site reserved for common open space. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 3-18-03-1 § 1; Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-025.]
The treatment of buildings, materials and exterior appurtenances shall create an aesthetically pleasing site that is compatible with structures in the immediate area. Brick, tile, stone, or fiber-cement siding is required on the front exterior walls of all residential buildings and the street side(s) of a corner lot and units with facades adjacent to a street. The minimum required amount of brick, tile, stone, fiber-cement siding, or combination thereof (measured in square feet) is 20 percent of the facade on which it is required. Vinyl, aluminum, or other metal siding products are not permitted. However, shake shingles may be permitted as an accent material as approved. All sides of dwellings shall receive equal design consideration, particularly where they may be readily viewed by pedestrians and motorists, or from adjacent properties. [Ord. 18-34 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 18-30 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-030.]
(1) Front Yard Setback. The minimum setback shall be 15 feet from the top back of curb which abuts an internal public or private road if no sidewalk exists, or 15 feet from back of sidewalk if a sidewalk is installed. The setback for an attached garage is 20 feet from the top back of curb which abuts an internal public or private road if no sidewalk exists, or 20 feet from back of sidewalk if a sidewalk is installed.
(2) Side Yard Setback. All buildings shall have a setback of 10 feet between detached buildings. Where a side yard is located contiguous with an external public street, the side yard setback shall not be less than 20 feet from property line. The side yard setback from an internal driveway, road, and/or parking area shall be 10 feet from top back of curb, or from back of sidewalk if sidewalk is installed.
(3) Rear Yard Setback. All buildings shall have a rear setback of 25 feet from property line when adjacent to an external public right-of-way. Where a rear yard is set back from an internal road and/or parking area the setback shall be 20 feet from top back of curb. Where a unit includes rear loaded garages off internal roadways, the setback shall be a minimum of five feet from edge of roadway. Parking areas shall have a setback of 10 feet from the property line.
(4) Setbacks shall be measured to foundation.
(5) Incompatible Uses. Where adjacent to an existing commercial, single-family, or agricultural zone, all structures shall be set back one foot for every foot in building height from property line, with a minimum of 25 feet. A minimum of seven feet depth of landscaping shall be installed along that property line. Accessory structures shall be set back a minimum of 10 feet from property line. [Ord. 18-30 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-035.]
A minimum finished living area square footage shall be 900 square feet. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-040.]
The maximum height for all buildings and structures in the RM-14 zone shall be no more than 35 feet or two and one-half stories, whichever is less. Accessory buildings shall be a maximum of 15 feet in height. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-045.]
Dwelling units may be clustered in common wall construction. Such units may have no more than three walls in common with other dwelling units, not including units situated above other dwelling units. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-050.]
The following requirements shall be followed when planning parking for a multifamily or condominium project:
(1) Restrictions on Corner Lots. On any corner lot, no driveway shall be closer than 20 feet to the point of intersection as measured at the property line.
(2) Restrictions of Driveways on Collector Streets. Residential units may not access directly onto any collector or arterial street.
(3) Minimum Number of Parking Spaces. Multiple-family developments shall have a minimum of two off-street parking spaces per dwelling unit, at least one of which shall be in an enclosed garage. Driveways on individual units may be counted as an off-street parking space only if there is a minimum driveway depth of 20 feet from back of sidewalk. Guest parking shall be provided as approved by the city council as part of the site plan approval process.
(4) Internal Roadways. Internal roadways may be publicly or privately maintained as approved by the city council. Public or publicly maintained roadways may not be gated or otherwise obstructed. Internal roadway dimensions and configuration, including curb and gutter, shall be as approved in the site plan, upon recommendation from the city engineer and Unified Fire Authority. However, sidewalks shall not be publicly owned or maintained unless approved as such by the city council. The city council may allow a monolithic sidewalk without a park strip as part of the overall site plan approval. On private roads or driveways, sidewalks shall be installed as approved during the site plan approval process. All paved surfaces shall meet minimum standards of construction as specified in the Riverton City standards and specifications manual. Internal public rights-of-way and roadways may be included in the gross density calculations as approved by the city council.
(5) Utilities on Public Rights-of-Way. As approved by the city council upon recommendation from the city engineer, public utilities may be placed within an easement or easements outside of the public right-of-way.
(6) Other Requirements. Parking in the RM-14 zone shall follow all other applicable parking regulations as listed in Chapter 18.145 RCC. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-055.]
No junk or trash shall be stored in an open area. All common trash receptacles or materials must be screened from public streets and adjacent properties with a solid decorative masonry enclosure with solid vinyl or comparable solid gating, or must be stored within an enclosed building. Storage of commercial goods or materials is expressly prohibited. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-060.]
(1) RV Storage. RV, boat, or other recreational vehicle storage is not permitted in the RM-14 zone. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-065.]
(4) Trees. All areas shall have a minimum number of both deciduous and evergreen trees to provide for shade and to provide visual relief and a source of rural atmosphere.
(a) A minimum of 15 trees per acre shall be planted and maintained within the project, with tree type, placement, and caliper as approved by Riverton City.
(b) Tree types, placement, and caliper shall be designated in the approved project landscape plan.
(5) Landscaping Guarantees. Whenever a residential dwelling is constructed, landscaping in the form of lawn, trees, or other plantings or landscape features, except for areas covered by walls, driveways, and other structures, shall be installed before issuing a certificate of occupancy.
(6) Amenities. Amenities within a development, such as a clubhouse, gazebo, pool, tot lot or play area, or similar amenities, must be proposed and approved as part of the overall site plan. The city council and planning commission may amend, add to, or otherwise modify proposed amenities or types of amenities, based on the size of the project, unit types, projected demographics and other considerations. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); amended during 2011 recodification; Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-070.]
(1) Collector Street Fencing. All developments that have dwelling units adjacent to, or abutting onto, a collector or arterial street shall have decorative masonry collector street fencing, in compliance with Chapter 18.155 RCC unless otherwise approved by the city council as part of the site plan approval process.
(2) Incompatible Land Uses. All properties adjacent to or abutting a single-family residential or commercial zone shall install decorative masonry fencing at a minimum of eight feet in height. However, the city council, upon recommendation from the planning commission, may allow for alternative fence type and height based on current and proposed future land use of adjacent properties.
(3) Height Requirements. No wall or fence higher than eight feet shall be erected or maintained in any private rear yard nor shall any wall, fence, opaque hedge, or screening material be erected or maintained in any required front yard in excess of three feet in height, except that any fence erected within 10 feet of any driveway and exceeding two feet in height shall be of visually nonobstructive material and shall be used to provide a safe distance for pedestrian and street traffic.
(4) Corner Lots. No wall, fence, opaque hedge, or screening material in excess of two feet shall be placed on any corner lot within a triangular area formed by the street property lines and a line connecting them at point equal to the required setback lines.
(5) Fencing Design. Required perimeter fencing shall be of a consistent design and type, with both internal and external sides of the fence similarly decorated and colored. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); amended during 2011 recodification; Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-085.]
Any private swimming pool not completely enclosed within a building having solid walls shall be set back at least five feet from all property lines, and any public swimming pool not completely enclosed within a building having solid walls shall be set back at least 10 feet from all property lines. Any swimming pool shall be completely surrounded by a nonaccessible wall or fence having a height of at least six feet in which there shall be no openings larger than 36 square inches except for gates which shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices, with latches placed a minimum of five feet above finished grade of the fence. [Ord. 15-09 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 8-17-99-1 § 1 (Exh. A). Code 1997 § 12-245-090.]