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8-5-8: LOTS:
A. Generally: Except as otherwise permitted by this Code, every building shall be located on a lot.
B. Standards: The property size, width, depth, shape, and orientation, and the minimum structure setback lines shall be appropriate for the location of the subdivision and for the type of development and use contemplated.
1. The minimum dimensional standards for all lots shall comply with the applicable base district.
2. Corner lots in residential zoning districts shall increase five percent (5%) above the minimum property size of the applicable base district to permit appropriate front and street side setbacks.
3. For a distance of fifty feet (50'), side property lines originating at the front of the lot shall be within twenty degrees (20°) of right angles or radial to the street providing access.
4. Through lots shall be avoided except to separate developments from arterial streets or to overcome topographic restrictions.
a. A screening easement or common area lot having a minimum width of ten feet (10') shall be provided along the arterial streets.
b. If unavoidable, one of the frontages shall be restricted from access.
5. Frontage for lots on a cul-de-sac turnaround is measured fifty feet (50') back from the front property line along an arc parallel to the right of way of the cul-de-sac (see Figure 8-5-8-1 below).
6. Frontage for lots on a knuckle shall be measured fifty feet (50') back from the front property line along the arc parallel to the right of way of the knuckle. See Figure 8-5-8-1 Cul-de-sac frontage.
(Ord. 1002, 10-28-2025)
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