8-13C-8-10: DWELLING, LIVE/WORK:

   A.   The living space shall contain at least four hundred (400) square feet of gross floor area.

   B.   The living space shall include a bedroom, closet, bathroom and kitchen. The bedroom shall be for the exclusive use of the living space. All other spaces may be shared with the workspace.

   C.   The live/work unit shall meet all of the requirements of the Ada County Building Code as set forth in Title 7, Chapter 2 of this Code.

   D.   A minimum of eighty (80) square feet of outdoor open space shall be provided for each living space. This requirement can be satisfied through porches, patios, decks, and/or yards. Required property setback, landscaping, entryway, and other access ways shall not count toward this requirement.

   E.   Off-street parking shall be provided as per Section 8-3-10 of this Title, in addition to the required off-street parking for the dwelling.

   F.   The commercial space activities shall be compatible with residential use with respect to noise, smoke, vibration, smell, electrical interference, and fire hazard; and may include such uses as professional services and offices; and the creation, display and sale of art, craftwork, jewelry, fabrication of cloth goods; and similar activities.

   G.   The live/work unit shall comply with the design guidelines of the Dry Creek Ranch Comprehensive Plan.

   H.   The design of the live/work unit shall be compatible with the existing neighborhood by taking into account height, bulk, and site location; and incorporating materials, colors and a design motif that is compatible with and complements the architectural theme and style of the vicinity.

(Ord. 1002, 10-28-2025)