§ 118-538. Minimum yard requirements.

(a)

In the C-1 central commercial district, the minimum yard requirements are as follows:

(1)

Front yard: 25 feet (see subsection (b) of this section).

(2)

Side yard: None, except 15 feet when abutting a public street. (See subsection (c) of this section.)

(3)

Rear yard: 25 feet (see subsection (b) of this section).

(b)

The community development director may, upon written request by the applicant, reduce or waive the minimum front and rear yard requirements, provided the following determinations are made:

(1)

The required yards would prevent the continuous development of a compact and coordinated row of commercial buildings fronting on an already established commercial block or shopping area.

(2)

Off-street parking space required under this division has been provided off the premises in accordance with article VIII of this chapter or within the principal building being proposed or has been waived entirely.

(3)

The required yards would severely limit the overall utilization of the property and would detract from the overall desirability of the adjoining buildings and premises.

The community development director may elect to have the city commission make a decision on the applicant's request based on the above criteria after conducting a public hearing.

(c)

If a side yard is provided it shall be not less than ten feet in width.

(Code 1988, § 24-46(e); Ord. No. 17-21, § 6, 8-24-17)