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File #: 2001-2101    Version:
Type: Ordinance Status: Passed Finally
File created: 9/11/2001 In control: Committee on Planning, Zoning & Land Use
On agenda: Final action: 11/21/2001
Enactment date: 11/13/2001 Enactment #: 25
Effective date: 11/21/2001    
Title: An Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title Nine, Zoning, Article V by revising Parking Commercial (Limited) Approval and Regulations, the Regulations for Neighborhood Office District, the Residential Nomenclature, the Conversion Table, the Use Table, the Site Development Standards in Residential Districts, the Educational/Medical Institution District Approvals and Regulations, by creating Conditional Use Exceptions for university and hospital uses in Residential and Mixed Use Districts and by inserting a Special Exception for Parking Structures in a UNC District.
Indexes: PGH. CODE ORDINANCES TITLE 09 - ZONING
Attachments: 1. 2001-2101.doc

Presenter

 

Presented by Mr. Ferlo

 

AS AMENDED

 

Title

An Ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title Nine, Zoning, Article V by revising Parking Commercial (Limited) Approval and Regulations, the Regulations for Neighborhood Office District, the Residential Nomenclature, the Conversion Table, the Use Table, the Site Development Standards in Residential Districts, the Educational/Medical Institution District Approvals and Regulations, by creating Conditional Use Exceptions for university and hospital uses in Residential and Mixed Use Districts and by inserting a Special Exception for Parking Structures in a UNC District.

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Be it resolved by the Council of the City of Pittsburgh hereby enacts as follows:

 

Section 1.  The designated sections of Title Nine, Zoning of the Pittsburgh Code, are hereby amended as follows:

 

A.                     Amend Section 902.01.A.1(a), 902.02, 903.02.A, 903.02.B, 903.02.C, 903.02.D by replacing the nomenclature for Use Subdistricts as follows:

 

RSD with R1D

RSA with R1A

RT with R2

RTS with R3

 

B.                     Amend Section 902.01.A.1(b) by replacing the nomenclature for Development Sub-districts as follows:

 

1 with VL

2 with L

3 with M

4 with H

5 with VH

 

C.                     Amend Section 903.03.A.1 Map Designation to read as follows:  The Zoning Map Designation for lands classified in the Very Low Density Subdistrict shall be the letters "VL", which shall follow the Use Subdistrict designation (e.g., R1D-VL)

 

D.                     Amend Section 903.03.A.2 Site Development Standards as follows:

 

Site Development Standard                     Very Low Density Sub-district                     

Minimum Lot Size                     8000 s.f.                     

Minimum Lot Size per Unit                     8000 s.f.                     

Minimum Front Setback                                          

[RSD, RSA, RT & RTS] R1D, R1A, R2 & R3  Subdistricts                      30 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     30 ft.                     

Minimum Rear Setback                                          

[RSD, RSA, RT & RTS] R1D, R1A, R2 &, R3 Subdistricts                      30 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     30 ft.                     

Minimum Exterior Sideyard Setback                                          

[RSD, RSA, RT & RTS] R1D, R1A, R2 &, R3 Subdistricts                      30 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     30 ft.                     

Minimum Interior Sideyard Setback                                          

[RSD, RT & RTS] R1D, R2, R3 Subdistricts                     5 ft. on one side; 10 ft. on the other side                     

[RSA] R1A Subdistrict                     10 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     30 ft.                     

Maximum Height                                          

[RSD, RSA, RT & RTS] R1D, R1A, R2 &, R3 Subdistricts                     40 ft. (not to exceed 3 stories)                     

RM Subdistrict                     40 ft. (not to exceed 4 stories)                     

 

 

E.                     Amend Section 903.03.B.1 Map Designation to read as follows:  The Zoning Map Designation for Lands Classified in the Low Density Subdistrict shall be the Letter "L" which shall follow the Use Subdistrict designation (e.g., R1D-L).

 

F.                     Amend Section 903.03.B.2 Site Development Standards as follows:

 

Site Development Standard                     Low Density Sub-district                     

Minimum Lot Size                     5000 s.f.                     

Minimum Lot Size per Unit                     3000 s.f.                     

Minimum Front Setback                                          

[RSD, RSA, RT & RTS] R1D, R1A, R2 & R3  Subdistricts                      30 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     25 ft.                     

Minimum Rear Setback                                          

[RSD, RSA, RT & RTS] R1D, R1A, R2 &, R3 Subdistricts                      30 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     25 ft.                     

Minimum Exterior Sideyard Setback                                          

[RSD, RSA, RT & RTS] R1D, R1A, R2 &, R3 Subdistricts                      30 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     30 ft.                     

Minimum Interior Sideyard Setback                                          

[RSD, RT & RTS] R1D, R2, & R3 Subdistricts                     5 ft.                     

[RSA] R1A Subdistrict                     10 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     25 ft.                     

Maximum Height                                          

[RSD, RSA, RT & RTS] R1D, R1A, R2, & R3 Subdistricts                     40 ft. (not to exceed 3 stories)                     

RM Subdistrict                     40 ft. (not to exceed 3 stories)                     

 

G.                     Amend Section 903.03.C.1 Map Designation as follows:  The Zoning Map Designation for Lands Classified in the Moderate Density Subdistrict shall be the Letter "M" which shall follow the Use Subdistrict Designation (e.g. R2-M).

 

H.                     Amend Section 903.03.C.2 Site Development Standards as follows:

 

Site Development Standard                     Moderate Density Subdistrict                     

Minimum Lot Size                     3200 s.f.                     

Minimum Lot Size per Unit                     1800 s.f.                     

Minimum Front Setback                                          

R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                      [20] 30 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     25 ft.                     

Minimum Rear Setback                                          

               R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3                Subdistricts                     [20] 30 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     25 ft.                     

Minimum Exterior Sideyard Setback                                          

R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                     [20] 30 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     25 ft.                     

Minimum Interior Sideyard Setback                                          

 R[SD]1D,  R[T]2 & R[TS]3  Subdistricts                     5 ft.                     

R[SA]1A Subdistrict                     5 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     10 ft.                     

Maximum Height                                          

R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3  Subdistricts                     40 ft. (not to exceed 3 stories)                     

RM Subdistrict                     55 ft. (not to exceed 4 stories)                     

 

 

I.                     Amend Section 903.03.D.1 Map Designation as follows:  The Zoning Map Designation for lands classified in the High-Density Subdistrict shall be the Letter "H" which shall follow the Use Subdistrict Designation (e.g., RM-H).

 

J.                     Amend Section 903.03.D.2 Site Development Standards as follows:

 

 

Site Development Standard                     High Density Subdistrict                     

Minimum Lot Size                     1800 s.f.                     

Minimum Lot Size per Unit                     750 s.f.                     

Minimum Front Setback                                          

R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                     15 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     25 ft.                     

Minimum Rear Setback                                          

 R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3  Subdistricts                     15 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     25 ft.                     

Minimum Exterior Sideyard Setback                                          

R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                      15 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     25 ft.                     

Minimum Interior Sideyard Setback                                          

R[SD]1D, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                     5 ft.                     

R[SD]1A Subdistrict                     10 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     10 ft.                     

Maximum Height                                          

R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                     40 ft (not to exceed 3 stories)                     

RM Subdistrict                     85 ft. (not to exceed 9 stories)                     

 

 

K.                     Amend Section 903.03.E.1 Map Designation as follows:  The zoning map designation for lands classified in the Very High Density Subdistrict shall be the Letters "VH" which follow the Use Subdistrict Designation (e.g. RM-VH).

 

L.                     Amend Section 903.03.E.2 Site Development Standards as follows:

 

Site Development Standard                     Very-High Density Subdistrict                     

Minimum Lot Size                     1200 s.f.                     

Minimum Lot Size per Unit                     400 s.f.                     

Minimum Front Setback                                          

R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                      5 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                      [15] 25 ft.                     

Minimum Rear Setback                                          

R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                      15 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     [ 15] 25 ft.                     

Minimum Exterior Sideyard Setback                                          

R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                      5 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                      [15] 25 ft.                     

Minimum Interior Sideyard Setback                                          

R[SD]1D, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                     5 ft.                     

R[SA}1A Subdistrict                     10 ft.                     

RM Subdistrict                     10 ft.                     

Maximum Height                                          

R[SD]1D, R[SA]1A, R[T]2 & R[TS]3 Subdistricts                     40 ft (not to exceed 3 stories)                     

RM Subdistrict                     no limit                     

 

 

M.                     Amend the Site Plan Review Standards of the NDO District, Section 904.01.D.2, to read as follows:

 

The following standards shall apply for the Site Plan Review unless it is determined by the Zoning Administrator that the site contains physical conditions which prevent the use of these standards, or if the application of these standards would not be necessary to address the impacts of the projects on adjacent and abutting properties.

 

(a)                      Build-to Line

All new construction in the NDO District shall maintain 65 percent building frontage along the established build-to line.

[(b)      Non-residential Size Limitation

The gross floor area of any non-residential development, or any portion of any development which is non-residential in use, shall not exceed 8000 square feet.

 

         (c)     Building Design

       The design of any structure in an NDO District used for non-residential 

        purposes that does not occupy a structure originally designed as a residence

        shall be residential in character. The building design may employ sloped

        roofs, gables, porches, double-hung windows and other elements associated

        with residential structures.]

 

         [(d)](b)                      Parking Areas

In addition to the Parking Regulations of Chapter 914, the following standards shall apply to all off-street parking areas in the NDO District.

(1)                      Location

No parking spaces shall be located between the front building facade and the front lot line. No corner lots shall be occupied by off-street parking.

(2)                      Screening

Parking areas shall be screened from view from abutting residential properties, and shall, if possible, be located to abut the rear of adjacent residential properties rather than the side or front.

 

N.                     Amend Section 905.01.C Site Development Standards as follows:

 

Site Development Standard                     PO District                     

Minimum Lot Size                     [O] 3200 s.f.                     

Maximum Floor Area Ratio                      [0.5] 1:1                     

Minimum Front Setback                      [none required] 30 ft.                     

Minimum Rear Setback                      [none required] 20 ft.                     

Minimum Exterior Sideyard Setback                      [none required] 20 ft.                     

Minimum Interior Sideyard Setback                      [none required] 5 ft.                     

Maximum Height                     [30 feet (not to exceed 2 stories)] 40 ft. (not to exceed 3 stories)                     

 

O.                     Amend Section 909.02.C.2(b) by replacing the chart in its entirety as follows:

 

FLOOR AREA RATIO                     ZONING DISTRICT                     

0.25                     H                     

0.40                     PO                     

0.50                     R1D                     

0.60                     R1A, R2                     

0.70                     R3                     

0.80                     HC, NDO                     

1.00                     NDI                     

1.20                     LNC, GI                     

1.50                     RM                     

2.00                     UI                     

3.00                     UNC, EMI                     

4.00                     DR                     

8.30                     GT-C, GT-D                     

10.80                     GT-A, GT-B                     

 

P.                     Amend Section 911.02 Use Table by changing the following nomenclature within the column headings:

 

 BASE ZONING DISTRICTS*                     

 Residential                     

R [S] 1 D                     R [S] 1 A                      R [T] 2                     R [T] 3 [S]                      

 

 

 

 

 

Q.                     Amend the Use Table, Section 911.02, by replacing the designation in the "EMI" District as follows:

(1)                     Multi-Unit Residential [Permitted by Right] Administrator's Exception

(2)                     Housing for the Elderly (General) [Permitted by Right] Administrator's Exception

(3)                     Multi-Suite Residential (Limited) [Permitted by Right] Conditional Use Exception

(4)                     Multi-Suite Residential (General) [Permitted by Right] Conditional Use Exception

(5)                     Assisted Living, Class A [Permitted by Right] Administrator's Exception

(6)                     Assisted Living, Class B [Permitted by Right] Special Exception

(7)                     Assisted Living, Class C [Permitted by Right] Special Exception

(8)                     Animal Care (Limited) [Permitted by Right] Administrator's Exception

(9)                     Art or Music Studio [Use not Permitted] Permitted Use

(10)                     Assembly, Public (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(11)                     Assembly, Public (General) [Permitted Use] Conditional Use Exception

(12)                     Bank or Financial Institution (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(13)                     Bank or Financial Institution (General) [Use not Permitted] Special Exception

(14)                     Bed and Breakfast (Limited) [Use not Permitted] Administrator's Exception

(15)                     Bed and Breakfast (General) [Use not Permitted] Special Exception

(16)                     Child Care (General) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(17)                     Community Center (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(18)                     Community Center (General) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(19)                     Cultural Service (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(20)                     Cultural Service (General) [Permitted Use] Special Exception

(21)                     Educational Classroom Space (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(22)                     Educational Classroom Space (General) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(23)                     Funeral Home [Use not Permitted] Special Exception

(24)                     Grocery Store (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(25)                     Grocery Store (General) [Permitted Use] Special Exception

(26)                     Heliport [Use not Permitted] Conditional Use Exception

(27)                     Helistop[Special Exception] Conditional Use Exception

(28)                     Hospital [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(29)                     Hotel/Motel (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(30)                     Hotel/Motel (General) [Permitted Use] Special Exception

(31)                     Laboratory/Research Services (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(32)                     Laboratory/Research Services (General) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(33)                     Library (General) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(34)                     Medical Office/Clinic (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(35)                     Medical Office/Clinic (General) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(36)                     Office (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(37)                     Office (General) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(38)                     Parking Commercial (Limited) [Permitted Use] Special Exception

(39)                     Parking Structure (Limited) [Use not Permitted] Special Exception

(40)                     Parking Structure (General) [Use not Permitted] Conditional Use Exception

(41)                     Parks and Recreation (General) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(42)                     Recreation and Entertainment, Indoor (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(43)                     Recreation and Entertainment, Indoor (General) [Permitted Use] Conditional Use Exception

(44)                     Recreation and Entertainment, Outdoor (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(45)                     Recreation and Entertainment, Outdoor (General) [Permitted Use] Conditional Use Exception

(46)                     Recycling Collection Station [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(47)                     Religious Assembly (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(48)                     Religious Assembly (General) [Permitted Use] Special Exception

(49)                     Restaurant, Fast Food (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(50)                     Restaurant (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(51)                     Restaurant (General) [Permitted Use] Special Exception

(52)                     Retail Sales and Services (General) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(53)                     Retail and Services, Residential Convenience [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(54)                     Safety Service [Permitted Use] Special Exception

(55)                     School, Elementary or Secondary (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(56)                     School, Elementary or Secondary (General) [Permitted Use] Conditional Use Exception

(57)                      Utilities (Limited) [Permitted Use] Special Exception

(58)                     Vehicle/Equipment Repair (Limited) [Use not Permitted] Conditional Use Exception

(59)                     Vocational School (Limited) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(60)                     Vocational School (General) [Permitted Use] Administrator's Exception

(61)                     Laundry Service [Use not Permitted] Special Exception

(62)                     Warehouse (Limited) [Administrator's Exception] Special Exception

 

R.         Amend the Use Table 911.02 by amending the Standard Column as follows:

                     (1)                     Medical Office/Clinic (Limited)                                          A.81

                     (2)                     Office (Limited)                                                                                    A.42

                     (3)                     Office (General)                                                                                    [A.42] A.43

                     (4)                     Bed and Breakfast (General                                                               A.7 [A.8] A.9

                     (5)                     Laboratory/Research Service (Limited)                     A.37

                     (6)                     Parks and Recreation (General)                                          A.46

                     (7)                     Library (General)                                                                                    A.38

                     (8)                     Vocational School (Limited)                                                               A.77

                     (9)                     Warehouse (Limited)                                                                                    A.78

 

 

 

 

 

S.   Amend the Use Table, Section 911.02, as follows:

Parking Commercial (Limited) in the LNC District [Administrator's Exception] to Special Exception.

 

S.1                     Amend the Use Table, Section 911.02, as follows:

                     Parking Structure Commercial (General) in the UNC District [(Not Permitted)]

                     Special Exception.

 

T.   Amend the Use Table, Section 911.02, as follows:

Medical Office/Clinic (Limited) in the NDO District: [Permitted By-Right] Administrator's ExceptionMedical Office/Clinic (General) in the NDO District: [Administrator's Exception] Special Exception

 

U.   Amend the Use Table, Section 911.02, as follows:

Office (Limited) in the NDO District: [Permitted By-Right] Administrator's ExceptionOffice (General) in the NDO District: [Not Permitted] Special Exception

 

V.                     Amend the Use Table, Section 911.02 by changing Hospital Use from Not Permitted to Conditional Use Approval in RM Residntial Multi-Unit, LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial, UNC, Urban Neighborhood Commercial,HC, Highway Commercial, and UI, Urban Industrial Districts.

                     

                     Include A.89 in the Standard Column.

 

W.                     Amend the Use Table, Section 911.02, by adding the following use and definition:

                     College or University Campus means a college, community college, or other post secondary educational complex, or any elements thereof not in an EMI District, which shall include any one (1) or more of the following uses:  teaching and research facilities; educational classroom space; public assembly; child care facilities, student center; food service facilities; laundry services; library; administrative offices; parking lots and structures; and recreation facilities.

 

                     Include A.90 in the Standard Column.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

X.                     Amend the Use Table, Section 911.02, by allowing College or University Campus uses as Conditional Use Approval in RM, Residential Multi-Unit, LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial, and UI, Urban Industrial Districts.

 

Y.   Amend Section 911.04.A.4 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(a)                     In the GT, DR and EMI Districts

Animal Care (Limited) uses in the GT, DR and EMI Districts shall be subject to the following Standards:

 

Z.                     Amend Section 911.04.5 by adding "EMI" and inserting new item "(4)' as follows:

(a)                     In NDI, UNC, UI, HC and EMI Districts Assembly, Public (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following Standards:

(4)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review Procedures of Section 922.04.

 

AA.   Amend Section 911.04.6 by inserting new item "C" in EMI District.

(C)                     in EMI Districts

(1)                     A traffic study in a form approved by the Zoning Administrator shall be submitted with the application, and shall address parking and traffic impacts of the proposed development.  The transportation study shall illustrate that the proposed development will not create traffic congestion on the surrounding streets, and that residential streets in the vicinity shall not be used for parking for the proposed development;

(2)                     The design shall include devices which prevent noise associated with the use of the facility from being heard on other properties in the vicinity;

(3)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties;

(4)                     A traffic analysis shall be submitted demonstrating that the proposed development will not create traffic congestion in the district;

(5)                     Parking shall be provided in a location and manner that allows for all parking to be located outside of residential districts;

(6)                     The Approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, generation of noise and the hours of operation; and

(7)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan.

 

BB.  Amend Section 911.04.A.8 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(a)                     In Residential and Grandview Public Realm and EMI Districts

(4)                     In [RSD-1 and RSD-2] R1D-VL and R1D-L Districts, a Bed and Breakfast use may only be located in a historically designated structure.

 

CC.   Amend Section 911.04.A.9 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(a)                     In [RT]R2, RM, Grandview Public Realm and EMI Zoning Districts.

DD. Amend Section 911.04.A.12 by changing R1D and R1A and adding "EMI"

       standards as follows:

(a)                     In [RSD] R1D and [RSA]R1A Districts

(d)                     in EMI Districts

                     Child Care uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     Outdoor play areas shall be sufficiently enclosed and screened from the street such that children are protected from vehicular traffic, and that neighboring properties are screened in order to maximize external impacts of the play areas;

(2)                     Parking shall be provided in location and manner that allows for all parking to be located outside of residential districts; and

(3)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04.

 

EE.   Amend Section 911.04.A.14(a) by adding "EMI" as follows:

(3)                     in all UI and EMI Districts

Community Center (Limited and General uses shall be subject to the following standards:

[1] (i)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review Procedures of Section 922.04; and

[2] (ii)                     Parking and access shall be provided in such a way as to protect users from any external impacts of traffic in the vicinity.

 

FF.                        Amend Section 911.04.A.14 (b) by adding "EMI" Standards as follows:

(3)                     in EMI Districts

Community Center (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(i)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04;

(ii)                     Parking shall be provided in a location and manner that allows for all parking to be located outside of residential areas.

 

GG.                        Amend Section 911.04.A.18(c) by adding "EMI" as follows:

(c)                     in NDO and EMI Districts

                                          Cultural Service (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     Parking demand shall be addressed in a manner which does not interfere with parking spaces required for surrounding residential uses; and

(2)                     All activities conducted on the premises of the Cultural Service shall be noncommercial and nonprofit; and

(3)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04.

 

HH.   Amend Section 911.04.A.19 by adding "EMI" Standards as follows:

(d)                     in EMI Districts

                                          Cultural Service (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the emission of noise or glaring light, and proposed accessory uses, such as meeting facilities;

(2)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

II.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.20 by replacing the text of this section in its entirety as follows:

911.04.A.20                     Educational Classroom Space (Limited)

Educational Classroom Space (Limited) shall be subject to the following standards in all districts.

(a)                     The design of the structure shall follow the district's development standards for commercial uses;

(b)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designated as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties;

(c)                     Access to the facility shall be addressed in a manner which emphasizes the use of public transit to the facility, and clearly meets the peak demands of the facility in a manner which does not require the use of parking spaces on residential streets; and

(d)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the probable hours of operation, the impacts of parking in surrounding residential uses, and the size and bulk of the building;

(e)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04.

 

JJ.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.21 by replacing the text of this section in its entirety as follows:

                     911.04.A.21 Educational Classroom Space (General)

(a)                     In UNC Districts

Educational Classroom Space (General) shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The design of the structure shall follow the district's development standards for commercial uses;

(2)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties;

(3)                     Access to the facility shall be addressed in a manner which emphasizes the use of public transit to the facility, and clearly meets the peak demands of the facility in a manner which does not require the use of parking spaces on residential streets; and

(4)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the probable hours of operation, the impacts of parking in surrounding residential uses, and the size and bulk of the building;

(b)                     in EMI Districts

Educational Classroom Space (Limited) shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan; and

(2)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

KK.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.33 by adding "EMI" Standards as follows:

(b)                     in EMI Districts

                                          Hotel/Motel (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, generation of noise and the hours of operation; and

(2)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

LL.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.34 by adding "EMI" Standards as follows:

                      (b)                     in EMI Districts

                      Hotel/Motel (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties;

(2)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, generation of noise and the hours of operation; and

(3)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

MM.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.37 by adding "EMI" Standards as follows:

                      (b)                     in EMI Districts

Laboratory, Research Services (Limited and General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties;

(2)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, generation of noise and the hours of operation; and

(3)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan; and

(1)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

NN.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.38 by replacing the section in its entirety with the following:

911.04.A.38                     Library (Limited and General)

(a)                     In R1D, R1A, R2, R3 and RM Subdistricts

Library (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards in the R1D, R1A, R2, R3, and RM Subdistricts:

(1)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, and hours of operation; and

(2)                     The residential Compatibility Standards of Chapter 916 shall apply.

(b)                     In NDO District

Library (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards in the NDO District:

(1)                     The Residential Compatibility Standards of Chapter 916 shall apply; and

(2)                     The Site Plan Review Procedures of the Section 922.04 shall apply.

(c)                     In EMI Districts

Library (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(a)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the emission of noise or glaring light, and proposed accessory uses, such as meeting facilities;

(b)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan; and

(c)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

OO.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.41(a) by adding "EMI' Standards as follows:

(2)                     in the LNC and EMI Districts

(a)                     [Site Plan shall be required;] The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04;

(b)                     The building shall be designed to be in keeping with the character of the surrounding area;

(c)                     Certain special features shall be permitted, usually associated with shared living arrangements, such as common dining facilities, shared laundry facilities, lounge areas and similar or related facilities; and

(d)                     Parking will be provided at a minimum of 1 space per 2 sleeping rooms.

 

PP.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.41(b) by adding "EMI" Standards as follows:

(4)                     In EMI Districts

                     Multi-Suite Residential uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(a)                     The building shall be designed to be in keeping with the character of the surrounding area;

(b)                     Certain special features shall be permitted, usually associated with shared living arrangements, such as common dining facilities, shared laundry facilities, lounge areas and similar or related facilities;

(c)                     The approving body may require additional parking beyond that required in Chapter 914, if it determines that the particular use of the facility will require such additional parking;

(d)                     The approving body shall determine that the proposed use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the hours of operation, the impacts of parking on surrounding residential uses, and the size and bulk of the building; and

(e)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04.

 

QQ.                      Amend the Use Standards, Section 911.04.A.42 by replacing the text of this

                           section in its entirety with the following:

911.04.A.42   Office (Limited) in the NDO and EMI Districts:

(a)                     In NDO District

Office (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Residential Compatibility Standards of Chapter 916;

(2)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Landscaping and Screening Standards of Chapter 918;

(3)                     The design of any structure in an NDO District used for non-residential purposes that does not occupy a structure originally designed as a residence shall be of a scale and character that is consistent with the scale and character of adjacent residential neighborhoods;

(4)                     The gross floor area of any non-residential development, or any portion of any development which is non-residential in use shall not exceed 8000 square feet;

(5)                     Parking shall be provided in a location and manner that allows for all parking required by the facility, and all traffic created by the facility, to be located outside of residential districts; and

(6)                     For Office (General) uses, the Approving Body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, noise generation, and the hours of operation.

(b)                     In EMI Districts

Office (limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

1.                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the emission of noise or glaring light, and proposed accessory uses, such as meeting facilities;

2.                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

RR.                     Amend the Use Standards, Section 911.04.A.43 by replacing the text of this  section in its entirety with the following:

 

911.04.A.43 Office (General) in LNC, NDI, GI, NDO and EMI Districts

(a)                     In the LNC and NDI Districts Office (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The approving body shall determine that the proposed use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties and district, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, hours of operation, noise and light.

(b)                     In the GI District Office (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The use shall be allowed only in buildings that were in existence prior to the effective date specified by the provisions of Section 901.05 and only when located above the ground floor.

(c)                     In the NDO District Office (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Residential Compatibility Standards of Chapter 916;

(2)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Landscaping and Screening Standards of Chapter 918;

(3)                     The design of any structure in an NDO District used for non-residential purposes that does not occupy a structure originally designed as a residence shall be of a scale and character that is consistent with the scale and character of adjacent residential neighborhoods;

(4)                     Parking shall be provided in a location and manner that allows for all parking requirements by the facility, and all traffic created by the facility, to be located outside of residential districts; and

(5)                     For office (General) uses, the approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, noise generation, and the hours of operation.

 

(d)                     In EMI Districts

Office (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the emission of noise or glaring light, and proposed accessory uses, such as meeting facilities;

(2)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

SS.                     Amend the Use Standards, Section 911.04.A.44 by replacing the text of this section in its entirety as follows:

 

911.04.A.44                      Parking, Commercial (Limited)

(a)  in NDI, UNC, and GI Districts:

Parking, Commercial (limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards in NDI, UNC, and GI districts:

[(a)] (1) The use shall be located to minimize disruption to

  pedestrian movements; and

[(b)] (2) Curb cuts shall be located a minimum of 60 feet from

        an intersection and 60 feet from other curb cuts.

 

(b)                     in LNC District:

Parking, Commercial (limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards in the LNC district:

(1)                     The use shall be located to minimize disruption to pedestrian movements;

(2)                     Curb cuts shall be located a minimum of 60 feet from an intersection and 60 feet from other curb cuts; and

(3)                     The Approving Body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, hours of operation, noise, and light.

 

TT.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.46 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(a)                     In Residential, Grandview Public Realm and EMI Districts.

UU.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.47 by inserting new item (e) as follows:

(e)                     In EMI Districts

Recreational and Entertainment, Indoor (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, generation of noise and the hours of operation;

(2)                     A traffic study, in a form approved by the Zoning Administrator, shall be submitted with the application, and shall address parking and traffic impacts of the development;

(3)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties;

(4)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan; and

(5)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

VV.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.48 by inserting new item (b) as follows:

(b)                     In EMI districts

Recreational and Entertainment, Indoor (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan; and

(2)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

(3)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

WW.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.49 by inserting new item (c) as follows:

(c)                     In EMI districts

Recreational and Entertainment, Outdoor (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan; and

(2)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

XX.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.50 by inserting new item (c) as follows:

(c)                     In EMI districts

Recreational and Entertainment, Outdoor (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, generation of noise and the hours of operation;

(2)                     Parking demand shall be addressed so as to meet parking needs for both normal and event use, and to discourage parking on nearby residential streets;

(3)                     Any enclosure, such as fences and walls, shall be designed to be compatible with surrounding structures and shall not include the use of barbed or razor wire; and

(4)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan.

 

YY.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.54 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(a)                     In LNC, NDI, UI, UNC and EMI Districts.

 

ZZ.                           Amend Section 911.04.A.57 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(a)                     In LNC, NDI, UNC and EMI Districts.

 

AAA.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.59 by inserting new item (d) as follows:

(d)                     In EMI Districts

Retail Sales and Services (General) shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, generation of noise and the hours of operation;

(2)                     A traffic study, in a form approved by the Zoning Administrator, shall be submitted with the application, and shall address parking and traffic impacts of the development;

(3)                     Off-street parking, loading and hours of operation shall be conducted in a manner that does not interfere with institutional operations in the vicinity;

(4)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04.

 

BBB.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.61 by inserting new item (e) as follows:

(e)                     In EMI Districts

Safety Service uses shall be subjec to the following standards:

(1)                     Th approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, generation of noise and the hours of operation;

(2)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04.

 

CCC.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.63 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(b)                     In NDO, LNC, NDI, UI, and EMI Districts.

 

DDD.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.64 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(b)                     In NDO, LNC and EMI Districts.

 

EEE.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.71(a) as follows:

[(a)                     In Residential, Commercial, Public Realm and PO Districts]

(a)                     In all Districts

Utility (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards [in all residential and commercial zoning districts:]

 

FFF.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.73 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(b)                     In the GT, DR and EMI Districts.

 

GGG.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.77 by replacing the section in its entirety with the following:

911.04.A.77                     Vocational School (Limited and General)

(a)                     Vocational School (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     In EMI Districts

(i)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of he proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the emission of noise or glaring light, and proposed accessory uses, such as meeting facilities;

(ii)                     A traffic study, in a form approved by the Zoning Administrator, shall be submitted with the application, and shall address parking and traffic impacts of the proposed use;

(iii)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan; and

(iv)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan Procedures of Section 922.10.

(b)                     Vocational School (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     In all Districts

The facility shall be designed according to the development standards for commercial uses in the district.

(2)                     In NDI Districts

(i)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on surrounding properties, taking into consideration probable traffic generation, parking needs, the size and bulk of the building, and the impacts of uses outside of normal hours of operation; and

(ii)                     A traffic study in a form approved by the Zoning Administrator shall be submitted with the application, and shall address parking and traffic impacts of the proposed development.

(3)                     In EMI Districts

Vocational School (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(i)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan; and

(ii)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

HHH.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.78 by replacing the section in its entirety with the following:

911.04.A.78                     Warehouse (Limited and General)

(a)                     In EMI Districts

Warehouse (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     Every portion of the property used for Warehouse (Limited) uses shall be located not closer than 200 feet from any property in a R or H district and 100 feet from any property in a NDI, UNC or LNC district;

(2)                     Any vehicular maneuvering shall be located on-site;

(3)                     Curb cuts shall be minimized to the maximum extent feasible in order to achieve access to the site;

(4)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the emission of noise or glaring light, and proposed accessory uses, such as meeting facilities;

(5)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review Procedures of Section 922.04.

(b)                     In the HC District

                     Warehouse (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     Every portion of the property used for Warehouse (General) uses shall be located not closer than 200 feet from any property in a R or H District, and 100 feet from any property in a NDI, UNC or LNC District;

(2)                     All maneuvering of vehicle shall be on-site;

(3)                     Curb cuts shall be minimized to the maximum extent feasible in order to achieve access to the site; and

(4)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable truck maneuvering, traffic generation, paved surfaces, glaring lights and hours of operation.

                     (c)                     In the UI District

Warehouse (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     Every portion of the property used for Warehouse (General) uses shall be located not closer than 200 feet from any property in an R or H District, and 100 feet from any property in an NDI, UNC, or LNC District;

(2)                     All maneuvering of vehicles shall be on-site;

(3)                     Curb cuts shall be minimized to the maximum extent feasible in order to achieve access to the site; and

(4)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04.

 

III.                     Amend the Use Standards, Section 911.04.A.81 by adding standards under "NDO" and adding "EMI" standards as follows:

911.04.A.81 Medical Office (Limited and General)

(1) in the NDO District

Medical Office uses shall be subject to the following standards in the NDO District:

(i)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Residential Compatibility Standards of Chapter 916; and

(ii)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Landscaping and Screening Standards of Chapter 918;

(iii)                     The design of any structure in an NDO District used for non-residential purposes that does not occupy a structure originally designed as a residence shall be of a scale and character that is consistent with the scale and character of adjacent residential neighborhoods;

(iv)                     Parking shall be provided in a location and manner that allows for all parking required by the facility, and all traffic created by the facility, to be located outside of residential districts;

(v)                     For Medical Office (General) uses, the Approving Body shall determine that the site is sufficiently separated from property zoned Residential and that the additional size of the use will not create a detrimental impact on such properties through consideration of the additional traffic impacts caused by additional height and density, the impacts on views from such residential properties, and the impacts of the bulk of the buildings on such residential properties and noise generation and the hours of operation; and

(vi)                     A traffic study in a form approved by the Zoning Administrator shall be submitted with the application, and shall address parking and traffic impacts of the proposed development.  The transportation study shall illustrate that the proposed development will not create traffic congestion on the surrounding streets, and that residential streets in the vicinity shall not be used for parking for the proposed development.

 

(4)                     In EMI Districts

Medical Office (Limited and General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(i)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties;

(ii)                     Parking demand shall be addressed so as to meet parking needs and to discourage parking in residential districts;

(iii)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, generation of noise and the hours of operation;

(iv)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan; and

(v)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

 

JJJ.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.82 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(a)                     In LNC, NDI, UNC and EMI Districts.

 

KKK.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.83 by adding "EMI" as follows:

(b)                     In UNC, UI and EMI Districts.

 

LLL.                     Amend Section 911.04.A.87 by replacing the section in its entirety with the following:

911.04.A.87 Parking Structure (Limited and General)

(a)                     Parking Structure (Limited)

(1)                     In NDO, LNC, NDI Districts

Parking Structure study shall be subject to the following standards:

(i)                     A needs assessment study shall be applied to the approving body by the applicant in order to demonstrate the necessity of the proposed use in the district;

(ii)                     The approving body shall determine that such use shall not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into account the probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the impacts of traffic generation on surrounding residential and commercial uses, hours of operation, noise and light;

(iii)                     The use shall be located to minimize disruption to pedestrian movements;

(iv)                     The Residential Compatibility Standards of Chapter 916 shall apply;

(v)                     Curb cuts shall be located a minimum of 60 feet from an intersection and 60 feet from other curb cuts;

(vi)                     The vehicular entrance and approach to the parking structure shall be clearly delineated by markings, striping and/or signage as determined by the approving body;

(vii)                     The design shall include devices which are intended to minimize noise associated with the mechanical systems of the facility from being heard on other properties in the vicinity;

(viii)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Sit Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04;

(ix)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designated to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties; and

(x)                     A traffic analysis shall be submitted demonstrating that the proposed development will not create traffic congestion in the district.

 

(2)                     in the UI, HC, UNC, EMI and GI Districts

Parking Structure (Limited) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(i)                     The use shall be located to minimize disruption to pedestrian movements;

(ii)                     Curb cuts shall be located a minimum of 60 feet from an intersection and 60 feet from other curb cuts;

(iii)                     The vehicular entrance and approach to the parking structure shall be clearly delineated by markings, striping and/or signage as determined by the approving body;

(iv)                     The design shall include devices which are intended to minimize noise associated with the mechanical systems of the facility from being heard on other properties in the vicinity; and

(v)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties.

 

(3)                     in GT and DR Districts

Parking Structure (Limited) shall be subject to the following standards:

(i)                     The approving body shall determine that such use shall not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into account the probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the impacts of traffic generation on surrounding residential and commercial uses, hours of operation, noise and light;

(ii)                     The use shall be located to minimize disruption to pedestrian movements;

(iii)                     Curb cuts shall be located a minimum of 60 feet from an intersection and 60 feet from other curb cuts; and

(iv)                     The vehicular entrance and approach to the parking structure shall be clearly delineated by markings, striping and/or signage as determined by the approving body.

 

(b)                     Parking Structure (General)

(1)                     In LNC District

Parking Structure (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(i)                     A needs assessment study shall be supplied to approving body by the applicant in order to demonstrate the necessity of the proposed use in the district;

(ii)                     The approving body shall determine that such use shall not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into account the probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the impacts of traffic generation on surrounding residential and commercial uses, hours of operation, noise and light;

(iii)                     The use shall be located to minimize disruption to pedestrian movements;

(iv)                     The Residential Compatibility Standards of Chapter 916 shall apply;

(v)                     Curb cuts shall be located a minimum of 60 feet from an intersection and 60 feet from other curb cuts;

(vi)                     The vehicular entrance and approach to the parking structure shall be clearly delineated by markings, striping and/or signage as determined by the approving body;

(vii)                     The design shall include devices which are intended to minimize noise associated with the mechanical systems from being heard on other properties in the vicinity;

(viii)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Site Plan Review procedures of Section 922.04;

(ix)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties; and

(x)                     A traffic analysis shall be submitted demonstrating that the proposed development will not create traffic congestion in the district.

 

(2)                     In NDI, UNC, UI, EMI and GI Districts

Parking Structure (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(i)                     The approving body shall determine that such use shall not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into account the probable traffic generation, the physical relationship of the proposed use and structure to surrounding uses and structures, the impacts of traffic generation on surrounding residential and commercial uses, hours of operation, noise and light;

(ii)                     The use shall be located to minimize disruption to pedestrian movements;

(iii)                     Curb cuts shall be located a minimum of 60 feet from an intersection and 60 feet from other curb cuts;

(iv)                     The vehicular entrance and approach to the parking structure shall be clearly delineated by markings, striping and/or signage as determined by the approving body;

(v)                     The design shall include devices that are intended to minimize noise associated with mechanical systems of the facility from being heard on other properties in the vicinity;

(vi)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties; and

(vii)                     A traffic analysis shall be submitted demonstrating that the proposed development will not create traffic congestion in the district.

 

(3)                     In HC District

Parking Structure (General) uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(i)                     The use shall be located to minimize disruption to pedestrian movements;

(ii)                     Curb cuts shall be located a minimum of 60 feet from an intersection and 60 feet from other curb cuts;

(iii)                     The vehicular entrance and approach to the parking structure shall be clearly delineated by markings, striping and/or signage as determined by the approving body.

(iv)                     The design shall include devices which are designed to minimize noise associated with the mechanical systems of the facility from being heard on other properties in the vicinity; and

(v)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties.

 

MMM.                     Amend the Use Standards Section 911.04 by adding a new Section 11.04.A.89 as follows:

911.04.A.89 Hospital

(a)                     In EMI Districts

Hospital uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     A traffic study in a form approved by the Zoning Administrator shall be submitted with the application, and shall address parking and traffic impacts of the proposed development.  The transportation study shall illustrate that the proposed development will not create traffic congestion on the surrounding streets, and that residential streets in the vicinity shall not be used for parking for the proposed development;

(2)                     The design shall include devices which prevent noise and emissions associated with the use of the facility from being impacted on other properties in the vicinity;

(3)                     The height and bulk of the proposed structure shall be designed as to minimize blocking of views from adjacent residential properties;

(4)                     Parking shall be provided in a location and manner that allows for all parking to be located outside of residential districts;

(5)                     A traffic study, in a from approved by he Zoning Administrator, shall be submitted with the application, and shall address parking and traffic impacts of the development;

(6)                     The approving body shall determine that such use will not create detrimental impacts on the surrounding properties, taking into consideration the probable traffic generation, parking needs, generation of noise and the hours of operation;

(7)                     The proposed use shall be in compliance with a Commission-approved Master Plan; and

(8)                     The proposed use shall be subject to the Project Development Plan procedures of Section 922.10.

(b)                     In RM, LNC, UNC, HC, and UI Districts

Hospital uses shall be subject to the following standards:

(1)                     The buildable area of the lot shall not be nearer than 30 feet to any lot line which is not a street line;

(2)                     The permissible height regulations of the district wherein such use is located shall apply, and may be exceeded provided any portion of a structure above the permissible height shall not exceed the height of inward-sloping planes; beginning at the rear lot line other than street line at the average grade level of the ground along such rear lot line opposite the structure concerned, and having a rise of one foot for each two feet of horizontal dimensions; and, beginning at the respective side lot lines other than street lines at the average grade level of the ground along such lot lines opposite the structure concerned, and having a rise of one foot for each two feet of horizontal dimension;

(3)                     The total bulk of buildings upon the zoning lot shall not exceed the cubical contents of a prism having a base equal to the buildable area of the lot and height of 85 feet;

(4)                     Automobile parking area may encroach on yards not abutting a street, but not closer to a lot line than 15 feet, provided it shall be visually screened from adjoining property in accordance with the screening provisions of Section 918.03. 

(5)                     An Institutional Muaster Plan must be approved by Planning Commission prior to the review of the Conditional Use Application.

 

NNN.                     Amend the Use Standards, Section 911.04, by adding a new section  911.04.A.90 as follows:

911.04.A.90 College or University Campus

(a)                     in LNC, UNC, HC, UI and RM Districts:

College or University Campus uses shall be subject to the following standards in LNC, UNC, HC, UI and RM Districts:

(1)                     The buildable area of the lot shall not be nearer than 30 feet to any lot line which is not a street line;

(2)                     The permissible height regulations of the district wherein such use is located shall apply, and may be exceeded provided any portion of a structure above the permissible height shall not exceed the height of inward-sloping planes; beginning at the rear lot line other than street line at the average grade level of the ground along such rear lot line opposite the structure concerned, and having a rise of one foot for each two feet of horizontal dimensions; and, beginning at the respective side lot lines other than street lines at the average grade level of the ground along such lot lines opposite the structure concerned, and having a rise of one foot for each two feet of horizontal dimension;

(3)                     The total bulk of buildings upon the zoning lot shall not exceed the cubical contents of a prism having a base equal to the buildable area of the lot and a height of 85 feet;

(4)                     Automobile parking area may encroach on yards not abutting a street, but not closer to a lot line than 15 feet, provided it shall be visually screened from adjoining property in accordance with the screening provisions of Section 918.03.

(5)                     An Institutional Master Plan must be approved by Planning Commission prior to the review of the Conditional Use Application.

 

 

 

 

 

OOO.                     Amend the Site Plan Review Procedures, Section 922.04.A, to read as follows:

 

922.04.A  Applicability

The Site Plan Review procedures of this section shall apply to:

1.                     Any new construction or building addition or enlargement in the NDO and LNC Districts on a lot that has an area of 6,000 square feet or more;

2.                     Any new construction or building addition or enlargement in the NDI, or UNC Districts on a lot that has an area of 8,000 square feet or more;

3.                     Any new construction or building addition or enlargement in the HC or Gl Districts on a lot that has an area of 20,000 square feet or more;

4.                     Any off-street parking area in an NDO, LNC, NDI or UNC District that includes more than ten parking spaces or more than 2,500 square feet of surface area; and

5.                     Any new building in an NDO, LNC, NDI or UNC District that is less than two stories or 20 feet in height.

 

PPP.                     Amend the conversion table in its entirety as follows:

 

 CONVERSION TABLE FOR THE NEW URBAN ZONING CODE                      

EXISTING ZONING MAP DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS                      NEW ZONING TEXT DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS                     

S-A                     Special District, Class A                     LNC                     Local Neighborhood Commercial                     

R1-A RSD-1                     One-Family Residence District                     R1D-VL                     Residential Single-Unit Detached, Very Low Density                     

R1 RSD-2                     One-Family Residence District                     R1D-L                     Residential Single-Unit Detached,  Low Density                     

R2 RT-2                     Two-Family Residence District                     R2-L                     Residential Two-Unit, Low Density                     

R2-T RSA-3                     Townhouse Residence District                     R1A-M                     Residential Single-Unit Attached, Moderate Density                     

R3-A RTS-3                     Three-Family Residence District                     R3-M                     Residential Three-Unit, Moderate Density                     

R3 RM-3                     Multiple-Family Residence District                     RM-M                     Residential Multi-Unit, Moderate Density                     

R4 RM-3                     Multiple-Family Residence District                     RM-M                     Residential Multi-Unit, Moderate Density                     

R4-H RM-3                     Multiple-Family Residence District                     RM-M                     Residential Multi-Unit, Moderate Density                     

R5 RM-4                     Multiple-Family Residence District                     RM-H                     Residential Multi-Unit, High Density                     

R5-H RM-5                     Multiple-Family Residence District                     RM-VH                     Residential Multi-Unit, Very High Density                     

I-C                     Institutional-Civic                     EMI                     Educational/Medical Institution District                     

I-M                     Institutional-Medical District                     EMI                     Educational/Medical Institution District                     

A1                     Commercial-Residential Associates                     LNC                     Local Neighborhood Commercial District                     

C1                     Neighborhood Retail District                     LNC                     Local Neighborhood Commercial District                     

C2                     Highway Commercial District                     HC                     Highway Commercial District                     

C3                     Commercial District                     LNC                     Local Neighborhood Commercial District                     

C3-H                     Commercial/Residential District                     UNC                     Urban Neighborhood Commercial District                     

C4                     Commercial                     UNC                     Urban Neighborhood Commercial District                     

C5                     Golden Triangle District                     GT                     Golden Triangle District                     

C6                     Downtown Riverfront District                     DR                     Downtown Riverfront District                     

M1                     Limited Industrial District                     NDI                     Neighborhood Industrial District                     

M2                     Limited Industrial District                     UI                     Urban Industrial District                     

M3                     Limited Industrial District                     UI                     Urban Industrial District                     

M4                     Heavy Industrial District                     GI                     General Industrial District                     

S                     Special District                     PO                     Park and Open Space District                     

SP                     Specially Planned District                                          Same                     

RP                     Residential Planned Unit Development                                          Same                     

CP                     Commercial Planned Unit Development                                          Same                     

AP                     Residential/Commercial Planned Unit Development                                          Same                     

IP                     Institutional Planned Unit Development                                          Eliminated – None Mapped                     

MP                     Manufacturing Planned Unit Development                                          Eliminated – None Mapped                     

G-PR                     Grandview – Public Realm                                          Same