Sec. 22-1 (Definitions - In-law suite)

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• In-law suite design requirement

  The addition of the in-law suite shall be such that the exterior will be compatible in architectural style, material and color with the main dwelling and, as such, will give the appearance of a single-family dwelling unit

• In-law suite occupancy restriction

  Only as in-law(s) of the dwelling owner and the in-law's family may occupy the suite; the owner and or spouse must occupy the main dwelling during the entire time frame

• In-law suite rental prohibitedProhibitedNot allowed in the district at all, short of rezoning or a variance.

  The in-law suite may not be rented or operated for gain or otherwise used for commercial purpose

• Maximum in-law suite floor area as percentage of principal residence50 pct

  The floor area of the in-law suite shall not exceed 50 percent of the finished, heated floor area of the principal residence or 1,000 square feet of floor space, whichever is less

• Maximum in-law suite floor area1,000 sqftsq ftSquare feet. An acre is 43,560 sq ft; a typical suburban lot is 7,000–10,000.

  The floor area of the in-law suite shall not exceed 50 percent of the finished, heated floor area of the principal residence or 1,000 square feet of floor space, whichever is less