Richmond
§ 18.41.050

Modification of lot requirements

A.  Lot size, shape, and other dimensional characteristics may be modified to conform more closely to the natural features of the land. The following minimum dimensional regulations shall  apply:

 

Use

Lot area

 (sq. ft.)

Frontage

(feet)

Front yard

(feet)

Rear yard

(feet)

Side yard

(feet)

Side, rear yard depth - accessory structures (feet)

Maximum

bldg. coverage

Single family

10,000

80

25

30

10

10

 

20%

Two family

15,000

80

25

30

10

10

20%

Multi-family

30,000

100

40

40

20

10

20%

 

B.  The planning board may approve a reduction in the frontage of any lot to a minimum of twenty (20) feet. On such a lot, front yard depth is measured from the reduced frontage line. The preliminary plan approval shall identify the lot or lots with reduced frontage and shall include a finding that the reduction is appropriate to the site and the subdivision design.

C.  The maximum building heights for principal and accessory structures in a conservation development are those of the underlying zoning district

(Ord. dated 9-2-03 (part); ord. dated 11-19-13; Ord. dated 6-16-15)