Town of McCandless, PA Zoning Districts

References in this part to less restrictive or more restrictive zoning districts refer to the base zoning districts established by § 1302.100 and represent a progression from the most restrictive to least restrictive as follows:

R-VL	Very Low Density Neighborhood
R-L	Low Density Neighborhood
R-M	Moderate Density Neighborhood
M-N	Neighborhood Center
M-C	Corridor District
M-U	Urban District
TC	Town Center

The Civic District and Special District are not included in the zoning district hierarchy.

§ 1302.120 Zoning Map.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

The zoning districts established by § 1302.100 are shown on the Town's official Zoning Map, which is adopted, and incorporated herein in its entirety, as part of this article.

Promptly following enactment of this article, the Zoning Officer must add the following legend on the official Zoning Map adopted as part of this article:

"On June 26, 2023, by official action of the McCandless Town Council, this map was adopted as the official Zoning Map of the Town by enactment of Part 13 Zoning Ordinance of the Town of McCandless Municipal Code."

The legend must be executed by the Council President on behalf of Town Council and attested to by the Town Secretary.

The official Zoning Map may only be changed according to the procedures set forth in this article. Any unauthorized change of whatever kind by any person or persons is a violation of this article.

A certified Zoning Map is on file in the Town office.

§ 1302.130 Rules for interpretation of district boundaries.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Where uncertainty exists as to the boundaries of zoning districts as shown on the official Zoning Map, all the following rules apply:

Boundaries indicated as approximately following the center lines of streets, roadways, highways, or alleys must be construed to follow such center lines.

Boundaries indicated as approximately following lot lines or platted lot lines, must be construed as following such lines.

Boundaries indicated as approximately following Town limits must be construed as following Town limits.

(d)

Boundaries indicated as following railroad lines must be construed to be midway between the main tracks.

(e)

Boundaries that are in un-subdivided property or where a zoning district boundary divides a lot must be determined using the map scale as shown thereon.

§ 1302.140 Height interpretations.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Where a lot has frontage on two or more streets or other public rights-of-way, the height limitation shall apply only as measured along the front elevation.

§ 1302.150 Exceptions to building height requirements.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Height regulations specified in the building form regulation requirements for each zoning district specified in Article 1302 of this part shall not apply to spires, belfries, cupolas, penthouses, or domes not used for human occupancy, nor to chimneys, ventilators, skylights, water tanks, bulkheads, utility poles or towers, silos, and ornamental or necessary mechanical appurtenances.

§ 1302.160 Setback interpretations.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Corner lots. On a corner lot, the front setback applies to the primary street frontage (typically the side with the front door) and the secondary street setback applies to the other street frontage. The side setback applies to all lot lines shared with adjacent lots. The rear setback applies to any lot lines shared with an alley.

Triangular lots. For lots with three sides, the rear setback applies to the point of intersection of the two side lot lines.

Parallel frontage lots.

Single-use lots. For lots with two parallel lot lines adjacent to street frontages and a single principal use, the front setback applies to the primary street frontage (typically the side with the front door) and the secondary street setback applies to the other street frontage.

Multiuse lots. For lots with two parallel lot lines adjacent to street frontages and multiple principal uses, the front setback applies to the primary street frontage (typically the side with the front door) and the secondary street setback applies to the other street frontage; if both streets have front entrances facing them, then the front setback applies to both.

§ 1302.170 Exceptions to setback requirements.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Projections in setbacks.

Cornices, cantilevered roofs, eaves, gutters, bay windows, and chimneys may project not more than three feet into a required setback.

Belt courses, windowsills, and other ornamental features may project not more than six inches into a required setback.

(3)

Paved areas (other than such as are needed for access to the buildings on the lot) must be at least five feet from any lot line.

(4)

Apparatus or architectural structures needed for the efficient operation of solar energy systems, including but not limited to overhangs, insulating walls and roofs, solar collectors or reflectors may project not more than four feet into any required setback.

(5)

Accessory sheds up to 120 square feet in area and one story in height are exempt from the rear setback requirements.

Contextual front setback for buildings on built-up streets.

When a vacant lot is situated between two lots, each occupied by a principal building that extends into the required front setback and is within 25 feet of the side lot line of the vacant lot, the minimum front setback of the vacant lot shall be the average depth of the actual front setbacks of the adjacent occupied lots.

When a vacant lot is situated between a street or another vacant lot and a lot occupied by a principal building that extends into the required front setback and is within 25 feet of the side lot line of the vacant lot, the minimum front setback of the vacant lot shall be the average depth of the actual front setback of the adjacent occupied lot and the required setback for the district in which the vacant lot is located.

(3)

No lot except those that meet the conditions described is permitted to reduce the front setback.

Waiver of setbacks. No side setback or rear setback is required where such setback abuts an operating railroad right-of-way.

§ 1302.180 Exceptions to lot area requirements.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Unless the lot area regulations of the zoning district in which a lot is located require greater lot areas or width, the following regulations apply:

Lots not served by sanitary sewer system or other systems approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection shall be not less than 100 feet wide at the front setback nor less than one acre per dwelling unit.

The area, width, and depth of lots shall provide adequate open space for off-street loading, unloading, or parking space. When necessary, septic tanks and drain fields shall be provided with open space in addition to the other required open space.

A building may be erected, altered, and used on a lot that does not meet the minimum or maximum lot size requirements provided all the following conditions are met:

The lot was legally platted or recorded prior to the adoption of this part.

All other district form regulations of this article are met.

(3)

The proposed sanitary sewer system and water system is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.

§ 1302.190 Civic District (CD).

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Purpose. The Civic District is established to preserve parks, open spaces, and Town-owned facilities. Buildings that serve public uses are permitted. Publicly accessible and usable open space for recreation, passive leisure activities, and environmental protection is encouraged.

Building form regulations. Figure 1302.A specifies the district's building form regulations.

Figure 1302.A Civic - CD.

Use. (See Article 1303, Zoning Uses.)

Building configuration.

Site configuration. The following diagrams illustrate the district intents for the Civic District.

1.	Principal building height	5 stories and 68 feet maximum
2.	Accessory building height	2 stories and 24 feet maximum
3.	Impervious coverage	80% maximum

Setbacks: principal building.

Buildings must be sited to minimize site disturbance.
1.	Front setback	0 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	0 feet minimum
3.	Side build-to area	0 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	0 feet minimum
5.	Setback from 25% slope	10 feet minimum

Setbacks: accessory building.

Buildings must be sited to minimize site disturbance
1.	Front setback	0 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	0 feet minimum
3.	Side build-to area	0 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	0 feet minimum
5.	Setback from 25% slope	10 feet minimum

Private frontages.

Where a building elevation is placed within 15 feet of the lot line along the street

60% minimum transparency must be provided between 3 feet and 8 feet high in the street-facing elevation

Parking placement.

1.	Parking must be sited to minimize site disturbance
2.	Parking design
a.	Parking must be setback at least 15 feet from any lot line along a right-of-way
b.	A softening buffer is required when parking is placed between 15 and 20 feet from any lot line along a right-of-way. This buffer may include a public sidewalk

§ 1302.200 Very Low Density Neighborhood (R-VL) District.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Purpose. The Very Low Density Neighborhood District is established to preserve existing low-density residential uses and to maintain ample open space due to factors such as topography, watercourses, limited public utilities, and limited road access points. Larger residential lots are maintained in this district and permitted uses are limited.

Building form regulations. Figure 1302.B specifies the district's building form regulations.

Figure 1302.B Very Low Density Neighborhood - R-VL.

Use. (See Article 1303, Zoning Uses.)

Building configuration.

Building configuration. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building height standards in the table (B).

1.	Principal building height	45 feet maximum
2.	Accessory building height	a.	15 feet maximum w/n principal building setbacks (C)
		b.	Otherwise, 24 feet maximum
3.	Impervious coverage	30% maximum
4.	Lot width	100 feet minimum
5.	Lot area	20,000 square feet minimum

Setbacks: principal building.

Setbacks. The following diagrams illustrate the principal and accessory building build-to area and setback standards in the table (C and D).

1.	Front setback	35 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	35 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	15 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	40 feet minimum

Setbacks: accessory building.

1.	Front setback	50 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	35 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	15 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	10 feet minimum

Private frontages.

Building form. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building configuration, build-to area and setback, private frontages, and parking placement standards in the table (B, C, D, E, and F)
	C.1 and 2 Front and Secondary Street Setback
	C.3 Side Setback
	C.4 Rear Setback
	E. Private Frontages
	Buildable Area

1.	Porch	May extend up to 9 feet into the front setback for principal buildings
2.	Stoop	May extend up to 6 feet into the front setback for principal buildings

Parking placement.

1.	Front lot segment	Parking permitted on driveway only
2.	Mid lot segment	Parking permitted on driveway only
3.	Rear lot segment	Parking permitted, including parking structures

§ 1302.210 Low Density Neighborhood (R-L) District.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Purpose. The Low Density Neighborhood District is established to promote residential neighborhoods that have the potential for connectivity. Dwellings align along the street and spacing allows for ample front and side yards. Two-unit dwellings that conform to the form of a single-unit dwelling are permitted. Accessory dwelling units are permitted.

Building form regulations. Figure 1302.C specifies the district's building form regulations.

Figure 1302.C Low Density Neighborhood - R-L.

Use. (See Article 1303, Zoning Uses.)

Building configuration.

Building configuration. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building height standards in the table (B).

1.	Principal building height	45 feet maximum
2.	Accessory building height	a.	15 feet maximum w/n principal building setbacks (C)
		b.	Otherwise, 24 feet maximum
3.	Impervious coverage	40% maximum
4.	Lot width	80 feet minimum
5.	Lot area	20,000 square feet without public sewer/water 12,000 square feet with public sewer/water

Setbacks: principal building.

Setbacks. The following diagrams illustrate the principal and accessory building build-to area and setback standards in the table (C and D).

1.	Front setbacks	30 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setbacks	30 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	10 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	40 feet minimum

Setbacks: accessory building.

1.	Front setback	45 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	30 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	10 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	10 feet minimum

Private frontages.

Building form. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building configuration, build-to area and setback, private frontages, and parking placement standards in the table (B, C, D, E, and F)
	C.1 and 2 Front and Secondary Street Build-to Area
	C.3 Side Build-to Area
	C.4 Rear Setback
	E. Private Frontages
	Buildable Area

1.	Porch	May extend up to 9 feet into the front setback for principal buildings
2.	Stoop	May extend up to 6 feet into the front setback for principal buildings

Parking placement.

1.	Front lot segment	Parking permitted on driveway only
2.	Mid lot segment	a.	Parking permitted
		b.	Garages must be recessed 10 feet from the front elevation of the principal building
3.	Rear lot segment	Parking permitted, including parking structures

§ 1302.220 Moderate Density Neighborhood (R-M) District.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Purpose. The Moderate Density Neighborhood District is established to allow greater flexibility in dwelling type for future McCandless residents seeking dwellings at a variety of price points. Dwellings align along the street with small setbacks to bring front doors and porches close to the street for a vibrant streetscape.

Building form regulations. Figure 1302.D specifies the district's building form regulations.

Figure 1302.D Moderate Density Neighborhood - R-M.

Use (See Article 1303, Zoning Uses.)

Building configuration.

Building configuration. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building height standards in the table (B).

1.	Principal building height	45 feet maximum
2.	Accessory building height	15 feet maximum
3.	Impervious coverage	60% maximum
4.	Lot width	60 feet minimum, except 20 feet permitted for semiattached single-family dwellings or townhomes
5.	Lot area	5,200 square feet minimum, except 3,200 square feet permitted for semiattached single-family dwellings or townhomes

Setbacks: principal building.

Setbacks. The following diagrams illustrate the principal and accessory building build-to area and setback standards in the table (C and D).

1.	Front setback	25 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	25 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	10 feet minimum, except 0 feet permitted for attached buildings
4.	Rear setback	40 feet minimum

Setbacks: accessory building.

1.	Front setback	40 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	20 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	10 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	10 feet minimum

Private frontages.

Building form. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building configuration, build-to area and setback, private frontages, and parking placement standards in the table (B, C, D, E, and F)
	C.1 and 2 Front and Secondary Street Setback
	C.3 Side Setback
	C.4 Rear Setback
	E. Private Frontages
	Buildable Area

1.	Porch	May extend up to 9 feet into the front setback for principal buildings
2.	Stoop	May extend up to 6 feet into the front setback for principal buildings

Parking placement.

1.	Front lot segment	Parking permitted on driveway only
2.	Mid lot segment	a.	Parking permitted
		b.	Garages may align with the front elevation of the principal building
3.	Rear lot segment	Parking permitted, including parking structures

§ 1302.230 Neighborhood Center (M-N) District.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Purpose. The Neighborhood Center District is established to meet the daily needs of the residential population with small shops such as cafes and other eateries located within easy access of local residential areas to support the Town's goal of walkable communities. Local scale, mixed uses are encouraged. Setbacks are small to prioritize buildings close to the sidewalk.

Building form regulations. Figure 1302.E specifies the district's building form regulations.

Figure 1302.E Neighborhood Center - M-N.

Use. (See Article 1303, Zoning Uses.)

1.	On a single lot or multilot development of at least 5 continuous acres, residential uses cannot be more than 60% of the total floor area of the development

Building configuration.

Building configuration. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building height standards in the table (B).

1.	Principal building height	a.	2 stories minimum
		b.	3 stories and 45 feet maximum
2.	Principal building ground floor height	a.	12 feet minimum
		b.	16 feet maximum
3.	Upper floor height	12 feet maximum
4.	Accessory building height	1 story and 20 feet maximum
5.	Impervious coverage	80% maximum
6.	Lot width	20 feet minimum
7.	Lot area	2,000 square feet minimum

Setbacks: principal building.

Setbacks. The following diagrams illustrate the principal and accessory building build-to area and setback standards in the table (C and D).

1.	Front build-to area	a.	5 feet minimum
		b.	15 feet maximum
2.	Secondary street build-to area	a.	5 feet minimum
		b.	15 feet maximum
3.	Side build-to area	a.	0 feet minimum
		b.	10 feet maximum
		c.	For interior lots, an administrative exception to Subsection C3b is permitted on one side only for a driveway or outdoor seating patio, provided that the setback is 25 feet maximum
4.	Rear setback	a.	20 feet minimum
		b.	Except lots with a depth of more than 150 feet must have 40 feet minimum

Setbacks: accessory building.

1.	Front setback	60 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	15 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	10 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	a.	0 feet minimum
		b.	Except lots with a depth of more than 150 feet must have 10 feet minimum

Private frontages.

Building form. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building configuration, build-to area and setback, private frontages, and parking placement standards in the table (B, C, D, E, and F)
	C.1 and 2 Front and Secondary Street Build-to Area
	C.3 Side Build-to Area
	C.4 Rear Setback
	E. Private Frontages
	Buildable Area

1.	Terrace	Permitted
2.	Forecourt	Permitted
3.	Stoop	Permitted
4.	Shopfront	Permitted
5.	Gallery	Not permitted
6.	0-foot front setback is permitted for a terrace, stoop, or shopfront.

Parking placement.

1.	Front lot segment	Parking not permitted
2.	Mid lot segment	Parking not permitted
3.	Rear lot segment	Parking permitted

Design standards.

1.	All elevations that face a right-of-way must include articulation and transparency
2.	Vertical articulation	Articulation must be used to distinguish between the ground floor and the upper floors
3.	Horizontal articulation	Articulation must be used every 24 feet to break up long elevations that are at least 48 feet in length
4.	Ground floor transparency	60% minimum transparency
5.	Upper floor transparency	30% minimum transparency
6.	For additions to existing buildings, the design and articulation must be compatible with the existing structure

Buffering. (See Part 11.)

1.	A screening buffer must be used along all lot lines shared with a lot in a residential zoning district
2.	A filtering buffer must be used along all lot lines across a right-of-way from a lot in a residential zoning district

§ 1302.240 Corridor District (M-C).

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Purpose. The Corridor District is established to respond to the existing condition for lots on busier roads where traffic and topography make walkable connectivity difficult. Mixed uses are encouraged. Larger setbacks create easy access for auto-oriented uses. Flexibility is allowed and encouraged for small buildings to respond to market demand.

Building form regulations. Figure 1302.F specifies the district's building form regulations.

Figure 1302.F Corridor District - M-C.

Use. (See Article 1303, Zoning Uses.)

Building configuration.

Building configuration. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building height standards in the table (B).

1.	Principal building height	3 stories and 45 feet maximum
2.	Principal building ground floor height	a.	12 feet minimum
		b.	16 feet maximum
3.	Upper floor height	12 feet maximum
4.	Accessory building height	2 stories and 24 feet maximum
5.	Impervious coverage	80% maximum
6.	Lot width	50 feet minimum
7.	Lot area	5,000 square feet minimum

Setbacks: principal building.

Setbacks. The following diagrams illustrate the principal and accessory building build-to area and setback standards in the table (C and D).

1.	Front setback	20 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	20 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	10 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	20 feet minimum

Setbacks: accessory building.

1.	Front setback	60 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	20 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	10 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	20 feet minimum

Private frontages.

Building form. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building configuration, build-to area and setback, private frontages, and parking placement standards in the table (B, C, D, E, and F)
	C.1 and 2 Front and Secondary Street Setback
	C.3 Side Setback
	C.4 Rear Setback
	E. Private Frontages
	Buildable Area

1.	Terrace	Not permitted
2.	Forecourt	Not permitted
3.	Stoop	Permitted
4.	Shopfront	Permitted
5.	Gallery	Not permitted

Parking placement.

1.	Front lot segment	Parking permitted, provided that it meets the principal building front setback (Subsection C1)
2.	Mid lot segment	Parking permitted
3.	Rear lot segment	Parking permitted

Buffering. (See Part 11.)

1.	A screening buffer must be used along all lot lines shared with a lot in a residential zoning district
2.	A filtering buffer must be used along all lot lines across a right-of-way from a lot in a residential zoning district

§ 1302.250 Urban District (M-U).

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Purpose. The Urban District is established to encourage denser mixed-use development that allows a range of uses, sizes, and configurations. Setbacks bring the buildings closer to the front of the lot. Windows and doors face onto the street or shared public spaces with flexibility to include terraces, porches, and patios for public use.

Building form regulations. Figure 1302.G specifies the district's building form regulations.

Figure 1302.G Urban District - M-U.

Use. (See Article 1303, Zoning Uses.)

Building configuration.

Building configuration. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building height standards in the table (B).

1.	Principal building height	a.	2 stories minimum
		b.	4 stories and 55 feet maximum
2.	Principal building ground floor height	a.	16 feet minimum
		b.	20 feet maximum
3.	Upper floor height	12 feet maximum
4.	Accessory building height	2 stories and 24 feet maximum
5.	Impervious coverage	80% maximum
6.	Lot width	30 feet minimum
7.	Lot area	3,000 square feet minimum

Setbacks: principal building.

Setbacks. The following diagrams illustrate the principal and accessory building build-to area and setback standards in the table (C and D).

1.	Front build-to area	a.	5 feet minimum
		b.	15 feet maximum
		c.	A second principal building placed behind the first principal building is exempt from Subsection C1b
2.	Secondary street build-to area	a.	5 feet minimum
		b.	15 feet maximum
3.	Side setback	0 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	20 feet minimum

Setbacks: accessory building.

1.	Front setback	60 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	15 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	0 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	20 feet minimum

Private frontages.

Building form. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building configuration, build-to area and setback, private frontages, and parking placement standards in the table (B, C, D, E, and F)
	C.1 and 2 Front and Secondary Street Build-to Area
	C.3 Side Setback
	C.4 Rear Setback
	E. Private Frontages
	Buildable Area

1.	Terrace	Permitted
2.	Forecourt	Permitted
3.	Stoop	Permitted
4.	Shopfront	Permitted
5.	Gallery	Not permitted
6.	0-foot front setback is permitted for a terrace, stoop, or shopfront

Parking placement.

1.	Front lot segment	Parking not permitted
2.	Mid lot segment	Parking not permitted
3.	Rear lot segment	Parking permitted

Design standards.

1.	These standards apply to all elevations that face a right-of-way
2.	Vertical articulation	Articulation must be used to distinguish between the ground floor and the upper floors
3.	Horizontal articulation	Articulation must be used every 40 feet to break up long elevations that are at least 80 feet in length
4.	Pedestrian passageways	Public pedestrian passageways must be included every 120 feet on front elevations that are at least 200 feet in length
5.	Ground floor transparency	60% minimum transparency
6.	Upper floor transparency	30% minimum transparency
7.	For additions to existing buildings, the design and articulation must be compatible with the existing structure

Buffering. (See Part 11.)

1.	A screening buffer must be used along all lot lines shared with a lot in a residential zoning district
2.	A filtering buffer must be used along all lot lines across a right-of-way from a lot in a residential zoning district

§ 1302.260 Town Center (TC) District.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Purpose. The Town Center is established to encourage growth to occur in concentrated areas with walkable connectivity, while preserving lower density elsewhere in Town, and to encourage the development of an identifiable Town Center. Mixed uses are encouraged, and buildings are placed close to the street. Parking is only permitted in the rear with incentives for shared parking strategies. Multimodal transportation is also prioritized here to encourage walking, biking, and public transit use.

Building form regulations. Figure 1302.H specifies the district's building form regulations.

Figure 1302.H Town Center - TC.

Use. (See Article 1303, Zoning Uses.)

1.	First floor must be a commercial use

Building configuration.

Building configuration. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building height standards in the table (B).

1.	Principal building height	a.	3 stories minimum
		b.	5 stories and 68 feet maximum
2.	Additional building height	6 stories are permitted if the maximum impervious coverage is 70%
3.	Principal building ground floor height	a.	16 feet minimum
		b.	24 feet maximum
4.	Upper floor height	14 feet maximum
5.	Accessory building height	2 stories and 24 feet maximum
6.	Impervious coverage	80% maximum
7.	Lot width	25 feet minimum
8.	Lot area	2,500 square feet minimum

Setbacks: principal building.

Setbacks. The following diagrams illustrate the principal and accessory building build-to area and setback standards in the table (C and D).

1.	Front build-to area	a.	0 feet minimum
		b.	10 feet maximum
2.	Secondary street build-to area	a.	0 feet minimum
		b.	10 feet maximum
3.	Side build-to area	a.	0 feet minimum
		b.	10 feet maximum
4.	Rear setback	20 feet minimum

Setbacks: accessory building.

1.	Front setback	45 feet minimum
2.	Secondary street setback	10 feet minimum
3.	Side setback	0 feet minimum
4.	Rear setback	2 feet minimum

Private frontages.

Building form. The following diagram illustrates the principal and accessory building configuration, build-to area and setback, private frontages, and parking placement standards in the table (B, C, D, E, and F)
	C.1 and 2 Front and Secondary Street Build-to Area
	C.3 Side Build-to Area
	C.4 Rear Setback
	E. Private Frontages
	Buildable Area

1.	Terrace	Not permitted
2.	Forecourt	Not permitted
3.	Stoop	Permitted for residential entrances only
4.	Shopfront	Permitted
5.	Gallery	Permitted with appropriate easement

Parking placement.

1.	Front lot segment	Parking not permitted
2.	Mid lot segment	Parking not permitted
3.	Rear lot segment	Parking permitted

Design standards.

1.	All elevations that face a right-of-way must include articulation and transparency
2.	Vertical articulation	Articulation must be used to distinguish between the ground floor and the upper floors
3.	Horizontal articulation	Articulation must be used every 40 feet to break up long elevations that are at least 80 feet in length
4.	Pedestrian passageways	Public pedestrian passageways must be included every 120 feet on front elevations that are at least 200 feet in length
5.	Ground floor transparency	70% minimum transparency
6.	Upper floor transparency	30% minimum transparency
7.	For additions to existing buildings, the design and articulation must be compatible with the existing structure

Buffering (See Part 11.)

1.	A screening buffer must be used along all lot lines shared with a lot in a residential zoning district
2.	A filtering buffer must be used along all lot lines across a right-of-way from a lot in a residential zoning district

§ 1302.270 Special District (SD) District.

[Ord. No. 1540, 6-26-2023]

Purpose. The Special District is established to support institutional uses, including education and hospital campuses, that function as a unit with unique missions and may entail multiple buildings within a larger lot. Setbacks and heights are flexible. Lawns and planted areas are encouraged.

Building form regulations. Figure 1302.I specifies the district's building form regulations.