City of Newport
City of Newport Zoning Ordinance
§ 17.84.010

Legislative intent

It is the intent of this section to provide for cluster subdivisions by permitting a reduction in the minimum lot size normally required in the R-120 and R-160 districts. The purpose of this development option is to promote the health and general welfare of the community by encouraging the preservation of environmental amenities, as well as the provision of more efficient use of land and facilities. Open space will be retained through the lot size reductions without density variation. In addition to this section all cluster subdivisions shall be subject to the subdivision regulations of the city.

(Ord. 2000-4 (part), 2000: Ord. 65-94 (part), 1994: prior code § 1262.03.01)