17.30.8

Other

• Adjustments to building heightMaximum heightThe tallest a building may be, given in feet, in storeys, or both — whichever binds first., floor area, setbacksSetbackThe distance a building must be held back from a lot line., parking

  Given the limited size and width of such lots, and to assure that the building is compatible with the existing context, adjustments may be made as conditions of approval under this chapter. For example, and without limitation, the Planning Commission may limit a building to a single story, reduce allowable building height and floor area, and increase setback as appropriate under the circumstances. In addition, for the same reasons, the Planning Commission may grant exceptions from quantitative requirements pursuant to Chapter 17.32. For example, a reduction in setbacks or a reduction in required parking for a one- or two-bedroom home may be appropriate to achieve contextual compatibility.

• Front width and average width less than 50 ft50 ft

  or (ii) both a front width and an average width of less than fifty (50) feet

• Net lot size less than 5,000 sq ftsq ftSquare feet. An acre is 43,560 sq ft; a typical suburban lot is 7,000–10,000.5,000 sqftsq ftSquare feet. An acre is 43,560 sq ft; a typical suburban lot is 7,000–10,000.

  A new single-family residence or an addition of two hundred (200) square feet, or larger, on a lot which has either: (i) a net lot size of less than five thousand (5,000) square feet

• Visual character of smaller home

  The development projects the visual character of a home which appears smaller than its actual floor area, employing vegetation and architectural features and details which subdue, rather than accentuate, the prominence of the structure.