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ARTICLE V - SITE DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS#
Sec. 94.1-100. - Purpose of article.#
This article establishes minimum site development regulations and other special requirements for each of the primary zoning districts. Unless modified by other provisions of this article or this chapter, the dimensional regulations given in this article are the minimum requirements for lot area, width, frontage, and yards of all land uses established in the town after the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter derives or any subsequent amendment thereto. In addition this article establishes the maximum building height to which buildings may be erected and/or the bulk thereof. Site development regulations of this article along with applicable supplementary regulations expressed elsewhere in this chapter are cumulative and in case of conflict the greater requirement shall control.
(Ord. of 12-11-00)
Sec. 94.1-101. - Minimum lot dimension and area or density requirements for residential uses.#
The minimum lot area, required frontage along public streets and width at the building line of residential lots are set out in Table 5.1 below.
(1) Usable lot area. In all cases where a minimum lot area is required for residential uses, not more than 15 percent of such required lot area shall be land that is unusable as a result of severe physical or environmental conditions.§ For this requirement, unusable land includes any land with slopes of 20 percent or greater, land in a designated floodplain, or any other area that has been determined to be environmentally sensitive.
(2) Minimum lot area for residential uses not served by public water and sewerage systems.
a. For lots containing or intended to contain a single-family dwelling not served by public water and sewerage systems, the minimum lot area shall be not less than 20,000 square feet. The required area for any such use shall be approved by the health official. The zoning administrator may require a greater area if considered necessary by the health official.
b. For lots containing or intended to contain a single-family dwelling when served by public water and not served by public sewers, the minimum lot area shall be not less than 15,000 square feet.
c. This subsection shall not be construed to permit a smaller lot size than otherwise required in the zoning district in which the residential use is located.
Table 5.1 - Minimum Dimensional Requirements of Lots in Residential Zoning Districts#
| Zoning District | Minimum Width at the Setback | Minimum Frontage at the Street Line (1) | Minimum Area Requirements of Residential Zoning Districts — Lots Fronting on Existing Streets | Minimum Area Requirements of Residential Zoning Districts — Lots Fronting on New Streets | Maximum Density (in Dwellings per Acre Excluding Street ROWs) | Maximum Density Permitted in a PRD (2) — From 5 to 10 Acres | Maximum Density Permitted in a PRD (2) — More than 10 Acres |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-1-40 — Transitional suburban residential district | 125 feet | 125 feet | 40,000 square feet | 30,000 square feet | 1.25 | 1.7 | 2.0 |
| R1-15 — Single-family residential district | 100 feet | 100 feet | 20,000 square feet | 15,000 square feet | 2.5 | 3.4 | 3.8 |
| R1-10 — Single-family residential district | 75 feet | 75 feet | 10,000 square feet | 10,000 square feet | 3.5 | 4.7 | 5.2 |
| R1-6 — Single-family residential district | 50 feet | 50 feet | 6,000 square feet | 6,000 square feet | 6.0 | N/A | N/A |
| R2-8 — Townhouse/condominium district | Refer to special requirements for these types of dwellings | Refer to special requirements for these types of dwellings | 40,000 square feet | 40,000 square feet | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| R2-16 — General residential district | Refer to special requirements for these types of dwellings | Refer to special requirements for these types of dwellings | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit but not less than 20,000 square feet | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit but not less than 20,000 square feet | 16 | 16 | 16 |
Notes:
- Refer to article VI for limited adjustments to street frontages along curvilinear streets and cul-de-sacs.
- Article VII specifies the permitted increase in density for PRDs is as follows: the density of PRDs between five and ten acres may be increased by 1.35 times§ and the density of PRDs of more than ten acres may be increased to 1.5 times§ the maximum density otherwise specified in this table.
(Ord. of 12-11-00; Ord. No. 2012-2, 4-9-12)
Sec. 94.1-102. - Minimum yard requirements for zoning districts.#
The minimum yard requirements for each zoning district are established in Table 5.2.
Table 5.2 - Minimum Yard Setback Requirements of Zoning Districts#
| Zoning District | Minimum Front Yard (or Setback Line) | Minimum Side Yard | Minimum Rear Yard |
|---|---|---|---|
| R-1-40 — Transitional suburban residential district | 35 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 60 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. | 10 feet for each required side yard for each main building or structure. | 35 feet |
| R1-15 — Single-family residential district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. | 10 feet for each required side yard for each main building or structure. | 25 feet |
| R1-10 — Single-family residential district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. | 10 feet for each required side yard for each main building or structure. | 25 feet |
| R1-6 — Single-family residential district | 15 feet from any street ROW line. | 10 feet for each required side yard for each main building or structure. | 25 feet |
| R2-8 — Townhouse/condominium district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. For any internal nonpublic street the required setback is 25 feet. For urban development areas, the setback is 15 feet from any street ROW line. | — | — |
| R2-16 — General residential district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. For any internal nonpublic street the required setback is 25 feet. For urban development areas, the setback is 15 feet from any street ROW line. | 10 feet except when abutting any district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 25 feet except when abutting a district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
| O-M — Office and medical district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. For any internal nonpublic street the required setback is 25 feet. | 10 feet except when abutting any district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater rear yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
| C-1 — Neighborhood commercial district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater rear yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
| C-2 — General commercial district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. Whenever a street is divided by a median, the latter measurement shall be made from the centerline of the closest half of the divided street. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater rear yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
| C-3 — Central business district | None | None unless abutting a district that has a side yard requirement, then the same side yard as that required in the abutting district. | None unless abutting a district that has a rear yard requirement, then the same rear yard as that required in the abutting district. |
| MX-3 — Urban mixed use district | No minimum. Maximum setback of 15 feet. No parking allowed between building and street. | None unless abutting a district that has a side yard requirement, then the same side yard as that required in the abutting district. | None unless abutting a district that has a rear yard requirement, then the same rear yard as that required in the abutting district. |
| I-G — General industrial district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 60 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. Whenever a street is divided by a median, the latter measurement shall be made from the centerline of the closest half of the divided street. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater rear yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
| I-P — Industrial park district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. Whenever a street is divided by a median, the latter measurement shall be made from the centerline of the closest half of the divided street. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater rear yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
(Ord. of 12-11-00; Ord. No. 2012-2, 4-9-12)
Sec. 94.1-103. - Height and bulk requirements.#
(a) General height requirements. Buildings and structures may be constructed to the heights listed in Table 5.3 unless otherwise modified in this subsection and/or in Article VI.
Table 5.3 - Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures in Zoning Districts#
| Zoning Districts | Maximum Height (Feet) | Maximum Height (Stories) |
|---|---|---|
| R1-40 — Transitional suburban residential district | 35 | 2.5 |
| R1-15 — Single-family residential district | 35 | 2.5 |
| R1-10 — Single-family residential district | 35 | 2.5 |
| R1-6 — Single-family residential district | 25 | 2.5 |
| R2-8 — Townhouse/condominium district | 35 | 2.5 |
| R2-16 — General residential district | 45 | 3 |
| O-M — Office and medical district | 45 | 3 |
| C-1 — Neighborhood commercial district | 45 | 3 |
| C-2 — General commercial district | 45 | 3 |
| C-3 — Central business district | None | None |
| MX-3 — Urban mixed use district | 45 | 3 |
| I-G — General industrial district | 45 | 3 |
| I-P — Industrial park district | 65 | 3 |
(b) Adjustments.
(1) Dwellings. The height limit for dwellings when permitted in a district may be increased up to 45 feet and up to three stories provided each side yard is increased one foot for each additional foot of height over 35 feet§.
(2) Church or other semi-public building. A church or other place of worship, school or hospital building when permitted in a district may be erected to a height of 60 feet provided the required front side and rear yards shall be increased one foot for each three feet of building height over 35 feet§.
(Ord. of 12-11-00; Ord. No. 2012-2, 4-9-12; Ord. No. 2021-2, 1-11-21; Ord. No. O-09-24, 12-9-24)
Sec. 94.1-104. - Special setback along selected highways.#
The setback from the street, or front yard, applicable to lots abutting those streets or segments thereof named in this section shall be the greater of the following:
Thirty feet from the existing street right-of-way line§, or:
(1) Along U.S. 58 from the easterly city limits to Maple Lane, the setback shall be not less than 90 feet* from the centerline of the existing road.
*This allows for the following: a 24-foot median including left turn cutouts, two main 12-foot lanes, a right-turn cutout, 12 feet for sidewalks and/or shoulder treatment. Add to that a 30-foot front yard. Overall the ROW increments add to 120 feet and with 30-foot wide setbacks on each side, the separation between buildings is 180 feet.
(2) Along U.S. 58* from Wilson Street to the westerly city limits, the setback shall be 90 feet from the centerline of the existing street§.
*See previous note.
(3) Along Maple Lane from Ogburn Street to the Route 58 bypass, 90 feet from the centerline of the street§.
(4) Along Route 1 north from Ferrell Street to the town limits, 90 feet from the centerline of the street.
(5) Along the Route 58 bypass (on both sides), 50 feet from the VDOT right-of-way§.
(Ord. of 12-11-00)
ARTICLE IV#
PERMITTED USES IN ZONING DISTRICTS
ARTICLE V#
SITE DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS#
Sec. 94.1-100. - Purpose of article.
This article establishes minimum site development regulations and other special requirements for each of the primary zoning districts. Unless modified by other provisions of this article or this chapter, the dimensional regulations given in this article are the minimum requirements for lot area, width, frontage, and yards of all land uses established in the town after the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter derives or any subsequent amendment thereto. In addition this article establishes the maximum building height to which buildings may be erected and/or the bulk thereof. Site development regulations of this article along with applicable supplementary regulations expressed elsewhere in this chapter are cumulative and in case of conflict the greater requirement shall control.
(Ord. of 12-11-00)
Sec. 94.1-101. - Minimum lot dimension and area or density requirements for residential uses.
The minimum lot area, required frontage along public streets and width at the building line of residential lots are set out in Table 5.1 below.
(1) Usable lot area. In all cases where a minimum lot area is required for residential uses, not more than 15 percent of such required lot area shall be land that is unusable as a result of severe physical or environmental conditions. For this requirement, unusable land includes any land with slopes of 20 percent or greater, land in a designated floodplain, or any other area that has been determined to be environmentally sensitive.
(2) Minimum lot area for residential uses not served by public water and sewerage systems.
a. For lots containing or intended to contain a single-family dwelling not served by public water and sewerage systems, the minimum lot area shall be not less than 20,000 square feet. The required area for any such use shall be approved by the health official. The zoning administrator may require a greater area if considered necessary by the health official.
b. For lots containing or intended to contain a single-family dwelling when served by public water and not served by public sewers, the minimum lot area shall be not less than 15,000 square feet.
c. This subsection shall not be construed to permit a smaller lot size than otherwise required in the zoning district in which the residential use is located.
Table 5.1
Minimum Dimensional Requirements of Lots in Residential Zoning Districts
| Zoning District | Minimum Width at the Setback | Minimum Frontage at the Street Line (1) | Minimum Area Requirements of Residential Zoning Districts — Lots Fronting on Existing Streets | Minimum Area Requirements of Residential Zoning Districts — Lots Fronting on New Streets | Maximum Density (in Dwellings per Acre Excluding Street ROWs) | Maximum Density Permitted in a PRD — From 5 to 10 Acres | Maximum Density Permitted in a PRD — More than 10 Acres |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-1-40 Transitional suburban residential district | 125 feet | 125 feet | 40,000 square feet | 30,000 square feet | 1.25 | 1.7 | 2.0 |
| R1-15 Single-family residential district | 100 feet | 100 feet | 20,000 square feet | 15,000 square feet | 2.5 | 3.4 | 3.8 |
| R1-10 Single-family residential district | 75 feet | 75 feet | 10,000 square feet | 10,000 square feet | 3.5 | 4.7 | 5.2 |
| R1-6 Single-family residential district | 50 feet | 50 feet | 6,000 square feet | 6,000 square feet | 6.0 | N/A | N/A |
| R2-8 Townhouse/condominium district | Refer to special requirements for these types of dwellings | Refer to special requirements for these types of dwellings | 40,000 square feet | 40,000 square feet | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| R2-16 General residential district | Refer to special requirements for these types of dwellings | Refer to special requirements for these types of dwellings | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit but not less than 20,000 square feet | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit but not less than 20,000 square feet | 16 | 16 | 16 |
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Refer to article VI for limited adjustments to street frontages along curvilinear streets and cul-de-sacs.
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Article VII specifies the permitted increase in density for PRDs is as follows: the density of PRDs between five and ten acres may be increased by 1.35 times and the density of PRDs of more than ten acres may be increased to 1.5 times the maximum density otherwise specified in this table.
(Ord. of 12-11-00; Ord. No. 2012-2, 4-9-12)
Sec. 94.1-102. - Minimum yard requirements for zoning districts.
The minimum yard requirements for each zoning district are established in Table 5.2.
Table 5.2
Minimum Yard Setback Requirements of Zoning Districts
| Zoning District | Minimum Front Yard (or Setback Line) | Minimum Side Yard | Minimum Rear Yard |
|---|---|---|---|
| R-1-40 Transitional suburban residential district | 35 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 60 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. | 10 feet for each required side yard for each main building or structure. | 35 feet |
| R1-15 Single-family residential district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. | 10 feet for each required side yard for each main building or structure. | 25 feet |
| R1-10 Single-family residential district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. | 10 feet for each required side yard for each main building or structure. | 25 feet |
| R1-6 Single-family residential district | 15 feet from any street ROW line. | 10 feet for each required side yard for each main building or structure. | 25 feet |
| R2-8 Townhouse/condominium district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. For any internal nonpublic street the required setback is 25 feet. For urban development areas, the setback is 15 feet from any street ROW line. | — | — |
| R2-16 General residential district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. For any internal nonpublic street the required setback is 25 feet. For urban development areas, the setback is 15 feet from any street ROW line. | 10 feet except when abutting any district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 25 feet except when abutting a district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
| O-M Office and medical district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. For any internal nonpublic street the required setback is 25 feet. | 10 feet except when abutting any district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater rear yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
| C-1 Neighborhood commercial district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater rear yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
| C-2 General commercial district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. Whenever a street is divided by a median, the latter measurement shall be made from the centerline of the closest half of the divided street. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater rear yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
| C-3 Central business district | None | None unless abutting a district that has a side yard requirement, then the same side yard as that required in the abutting district. | None unless abutting a district that has a rear yard requirement, then the same rear yard as that required in the abutting district. |
| MX-3 Urban mixed use district | No minimum. Maximum setback of 15 feet. No parking allowed between building and street. | None unless abutting a district that has a side yard requirement, then the same side yard as that required in the abutting district. | None unless abutting a district that has a rear yard requirement, then the same rear yard as that required in the abutting district. |
| I-G General industrial district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 60 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. Whenever a street is divided by a median, the latter measurement shall be made from the centerline of the closest half of the divided street. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater rear yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
| I-P Industrial park district | 30 feet from any street ROW line that is 50 feet or greater in width, or 50 feet from the centerline of any right-of-way that is less than 50 feet in width. Whenever a street is divided by a median, the latter measurement shall be made from the centerline of the closest half of the divided street. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater side yard requirement, then not less than the side yard required for the abutting district. | 10 feet except when abutting district, with a greater rear yard requirement, then not less than the rear yard required for the abutting district. |
(Ord. of 12-11-00; Ord. No. 2012-2, 4-9-12)
Sec. 94.1-103. - Height and bulk requirements.
(a) General height requirements. Buildings and structures may be constructed to the heights listed in Table 5.3 unless otherwise modified in this subsection and/or in Article VI.
Table 5.3
Maximum Height of Buildings and Structures in Zoning Districts
| Zoning Districts | Maximum Height — Feet | Maximum Height — Stories |
|---|---|---|
| R1-40 Transitional suburban residential district | 35 | 2.5 |
| R1-15 Single-family residential district | 35 | 2.5 |
| R1-10 Single-family residential district | 35 | 2.5 |
| R1-6 Single-family residential district | 25 | 2.5 |
| R2-8 Townhouse/condominium district | 35 | 2.5 |
| R2-16 General residential district | 45 | 3 |
| O-M Office and medical district | 45 | 3 |
| C-1 Neighborhood commercial district | 45 | 3 |
| C-2 General commercial district | 45 | 3 |
| C-3 Central business district | None | None |
| MX-3 Urban mixed use district | 45 | 3 |
| I-G General industrial district | 45 | 3 |
| I-P Industrial park district | 65 | 3 |
(b) Adjustments.
(1) Dwellings. The height limit for dwellings when permitted in a district may be increased up to 45 feet and up to three stories provided each side yard is increased one foot for each additional foot of height over 35 feet.
(2) Church or other semi-public building. A church or other place of worship, school or hospital building when permitted in a district may be erected to a height of 60 feet provided the required front side and rear yards shall be increased one foot for each three feet of building height over 35 feet.
(Ord. of 12-11-00; Ord. No. 2012-2, 4-9-12; Ord. No. 2021-2, 1-11-21; Ord. No. O-09-24, 12-9-24)
Sec. 94.1-104. - Special setback along selected highways.
The setback from the street, or front yard, applicable to lots abutting those streets or segments thereof named in this section shall be the greater of the following:
Thirty feet from the existing street right-of-way line, or:
(1) Along U.S. 58 from the easterly city limits to Maple Lane, the setback shall be not less than 90 feet* from the centerline of the existing road.
*This allows for the following: a 24-foot median including left turn cutouts, two main 12-foot lanes, a right-turn cutout, 12 feet for sidewalks and/or shoulder treatment. Add to that a 30-foot front yard. Overall the ROW increments add to 120 feet and with 30-foot wide setbacks on each side, the separation between buildings is 180 feet.
(2) Along U.S. 58* from Wilson Street to the westerly city limits, the setback shall be 90 feet from the centerline of the existing street.
*See previous note.
(3) Along Maple Lane from Ogburn Street to the Route 58 bypass, 90 feet from the centerline of the street.
(4) Along Route 1 north from Ferrell Street to the town limits, 90 feet from the centerline of the street.
(5) Along the Route 58 bypass (on both sides), 50 feet from the VDOT right-of-way.
(Ord. of 12-11-00)
ARTICLE VI#
MODIFICATIONS TO YARD AND BULK REGULATIONS AND OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
ARTICLE VII#
PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT REGULATIONS
ARTICLE VIII#
MANUFACTURED HOME PARK DISTRICT
ARTICLE IX#
REGULATIONS OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD CONSERVATION DISTRICT
ARTICLE X#
SITE PLAN REQUIREMENTS#
ARTICLE XI#
OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS
ARTICLE XII#
SIGN REGULATIONS
ARTICLE XIII#
TELECOMMUNICATION ANTENNAS AND TOWERS
ARTICLE XV#
NONCONFORMING USES AND VESTED RIGHTS
ARTICLE XVI#
APPLICATIONS AND PROCEDURES
ARTICLE XVII#
APPEALS
ARTICLE XVIII#
ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
South Hill City Zoning Code