A. 
Purpose. The purpose of the Form Based Code is to increase the range of options for development in select "Form Districts" within Buda while still preserving the character and appearance of Buda by regulating the form of the development.
B. 
Intent. The intent and purpose of the Form Based Code is to enable, encourage and qualify the implementation of the following policies:
1. 
Encourage a mix of commercial, residential and office uses to lessen the tax burden on residential property owners;
2. 
Transition between higher intensity development and traditional residential neighborhoods;
3. 
Increase pedestrian and bicycle linkages;
4. 
Preserve and enhance Buda's unique, small town character; and
5. 
Minimize impact of development within sensitive environmental areas.
The Buda 2030 Comprehensive Plan identifies key Mixed Use Nodes where mixed use developments are appropriate and encouraged. Three Mixed Use Nodes were selected for location of multiple Form Districts: The 1626/967 Community Node, the Downtown Node and the Green Meadows/Old Goforth Neighborhood Node.
Figure 10. Buda 2030 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Development Plan
C. 
Components.
1. 
Regulating Plan for Districts. The regulating plans in section 2.08.02, Regulating Plans for Form Districts serve as the zoning map for the development of the Form Districts. The Form District Standards in section 2.08.03, Form District Standards are applied by Form District, as shown on the Regulating Plan.
2. 
Form District Standards. The Form District model is used to establish the intent and general scale of development. Each Form District has corresponding regulations.
3. 
Street Standards.
4. 
Street Types.
5. 
Building Standards.
6. 
Building Types.
D. 
How to Use the Form Based Code.
1. 
Applicability. This Code applies in the assessment of all Applications within Form Districts (except as exempted in section 2.10.13, Nonconforming Lots, Structures, and Uses).
2. 
Review Process. Every required Application shall be subject to a determination of completeness in accordance with section 2.10.01B. Determination of Completeness for Zoning-Related Applications.
3. 
Other Standards and Procedures. Unless otherwise specified within this Form Based Code, Applicants must also comply with the standards and procedures outlined in section 2.06.05, Use Chart, Subsection 2.09, Zoning Development Regulations, Subsection 2.10, Zoning Procedures, Subsection 2.11, Zoning Relief Procedures, and all other provisions in Subdivision Regulations and Development Standards, Section 4, Supplemental Development Regulations.
E. 
Site Design Standards for All Form Districts.
1. 
Cross-access shall be provided between all developments within the Form Districts.
2. 
Connections are required for any development within a Form District located adjacent to a residential development according to the following:
a. 
For developments less than ten (10) acres, at least one (1) street connection and one (1) pedestrian connection shall be required.
b. 
For developments ten (10) acres and larger, at least two (2) street connections and two (2) pedestrian connections shall be required.
c. 
Connections shall be located to avoid conflicts with the service areas of the Form District development.
d. 
The Development Services Director may approve a reduction in the number of connections where physical or site development constraints exist.
3. 
Crosswalks are required at all street intersections and shall be delineated with variations in material, textures, paving patterns, and color.
4. 
Parking areas cannot extend beyond the facade of the building on the primary or side street. Circulation routes are permitted.
5. 
Adjacent on-street parking (along the lot line or within the development) meeting City standards shall be credited toward the minimum parking requirement.
6. 
Screening of outdoor waste storage for all nonresidential, mixed use, and multi-family properties in the Form Based Districts shall follow the standards below. Requirements from section 2.09.02C, Screening of Outdoor Waste Storage for All Nonresidential, Mixed Use, Multi-Family, and Manufactured Home Park Properties shall not be applicable to the Form Based Districts.
a. 
Refuse containers, trash dumpsters/containers, trash compactors, box compactors, and other similar containers shall be setback from all residential uses a minimum of five (5) feet except in the following cases:
i. 
No setback is required from property lines that abut rear alleys.
ii. 
Trash roll carts up to 100 gallons may be located within a setback provided that they are kept behind building lines adjacent to the Right-of-Way as established by the primary structure except on garbage pickup days.
iii. 
Should the trash service provider contracted by the City require a waste receptacle to be placed in a location that does not comply with Section 2, Zoning Regulations, the Development Services Director may authorize an alternative location.
iv. 
When two property owners agree to an easement for shared trash facilities, no setback is required at the shared property line between those property owners.
b. 
Refuse containers, trash dumpsters/containers, trash compactors, box compactors, and other similar containers, except for trash roll carts up to 100 gallons, shall be visually screened from adjacent residential uses and pedestrian Right-of-Way.
i. 
Screening shall be achieved through the installation of a wall, a semi-opaque fence, solid vegetative surface with bollards, or a combination thereof. Screening must be six (6) feet in height or a height sufficient to obscure the refuse receptacles.
7. 
In the case of irregular lots, refer to Figure 6 in Subsection 2.07, Zoning Dimensional Regulations as an example of how to apply dimensional requirements.
8. 
See section 2.09.03C, Shared Parking Calculation for shared parking options.
9. 
Outside Storage is prohibited in Form District developments.
10. 
The Development Services Director may approve a reduction of parking spaces required by section 2.06.05, Use Chart, based on quantitative information provided by the applicant that documents the need for fewer spaces (e.g., alternative transportation, connectivity to adjacent neighborhoods, sales receipts, documentation of customer frequency, etc.).
F. 
Form District Locations.
1. 
Figure 11. Form District Locations identifies the location and boundaries of the Form Districts.
Figure 11. Form District Locations
(Ordinance 2017-13 adopted 10/2/2017; Ordinance 2021-10 adopted 4/20/2021; Ordinance 2025-28 adopted 5/6/2025; Ordinance 2025-47 adopted 10/8/2025)
A. 
967/1626 Community Node.
1. 
Intent. According to the Comprehensive Plan, the 967/1626 Community Node should provide a mix of retail, housing, and professional office space for a catchment area of around four or five miles. Reflection of historic character and pedestrian accessibility within the node should be emphasized.
2. 
Regulating Plan. The Regulating Plan serves as the zoning map for the development of the 967/1626 Community Node. Regulations in section 2.08.03, Form District Standards are applied by Form District, as shown on the Regulating Plan. Interpretation of district boundaries (see section 2.02.01E) applies to the Regulating Plan. When two Form Districts are present within a single property, the intent is to approach the proposed or existing road frontage.
Figure 12. Regulating Plan for the 967/1626 Community Node
3. 
Additional Requirements.
a. 
All development within the 967/1626 Community Node must include at least four (4) low impact development elements in addition to the required elements from Table 22 on page 155 throughout the site to minimize environmental impact and protect the Edwards Aquifer. The area in the TCEQ Recharge Zone must comply with standards in Subsection 4.05, Environmental Protection and Water Quality Regulations. The Edwards Aquifer zones may change from those depicted on the regulating plan and that the City will maintain accurate information.
b. 
Buildings exceeding 35' in height require a SUP. Refer to section 2.10.09, for SUP requirements.
c. 
The area in the Rural Heritage Overlay (O-R) District must comply with standards in section 2.10.11. In the event of a conflict, the more restrictive regulations shall apply.
B. 
Downtown Node.
1. 
Intent. As recommended in both the Downtown Plan and Comprehensive Plan, the Downtown Node development should be compatible with the existing character of downtown. Infill development should help create a continuous retail edge along Main Street. The scale should reflect that of the historic Main Street and Old Town. The character of the historic neighborhood adjacent to Main Street should be preserved. Access should promote a park-once-and-walk environment, with parking along all of Main Street and a pedestrian friendly environment.
2. 
Regulating Plan. The Regulating Plan serves as the zoning map for the development of the Downtown Node. Regulations in section 2.08.03, Form District Standards are applied by Form District, as shown on the Regulating Plan. Interpretation of district boundaries (see section 2.02.01E) applies to the Regulating Plan. When two Form Districts are present within a single property, the intent is to approach the proposed or existing road frontage.
Figure 13. Regulating Plan for the Downtown Node
3. 
Additional Requirements. The area in the Historic Overlay (O-H) District must comply with standards in section 2.05.03 and section 2.10.10.
4. 
Parking and Driveway Access.
a. 
Parking within the Downtown Node (Figure 13).
i. 
Commercial uses within the Downtown Node (Figure 13) District must provide public parking directly in front of their property within the right-of-way
(a) 
Parking shall extend across full property frontage, subject to the City's Engineer's discretion.
(b) 
Where Right-of-Way in inadequate portions of the depth of parking may be located within the private and public property with a public access parking easement.
ii. 
Commercial uses within the Downtown Node (Figure 13) are not subject to off-street parking requirements
(a) 
Uses that require a Special Use Permit (SUP) may be subject to off-street parking requirements through the SUP process.
(b) 
Residential uses within the Historic Overlay are required to provide one (1) parking space per Dwelling Unit.
C. 
Green Meadows/Old Goforth Neighborhood Node.
1. 
Intent. The Comprehensive Plan states the Green Meadows/Old Goforth Neighborhood Node is intended to provide every-day services and products within easy walking distance to nearby residents without significantly impacting the character of residential areas. The catchment area should be about one or two miles. The center should be easily accessible from adjoining neighborhoods via safe pedestrian facilities.
2. 
Regulating Plan. The Regulating Plan serves as the zoning map for the development of the Green Meadows/Old Goforth Neighborhood Node. Regulations in section 2.08.03, Form District Standards are applied by Form District, as shown on the Regulating Plan. Interpretation of district boundaries (see section 2.02.01E) applies to the Regulating Plan. When two Form Districts are present within a single property, the intent is to approach the proposed or existing road frontage.
Figure 14. Regulating Plan for the Green Meadows/Old Goforth Neighborhood Node
(Ordinance 2017-13 adopted 10/2/2017; Ordinance 2024-27 adopted 6/4/2024)
A. 
Form District 1 (F1).
1. 
Intent. Form District 1 (F1) contains minimal development aside from those functions related to recreation and community gathering. Form District 1 (F1) is intended to protect the most sensitive landscapes, ecosystems and habitats within Buda and ensure public access to Garlic Creek and Onion Creek.
2. 
Form District 1 (F1) Standards. The following table establishes the standards that apply to all development within Form District 1 (F1). In the event that a single block contains more than one Form District, the most restrictive requirement applies.
Block Size
Standards
Block Length (max)
N/A
Block Perimeter (max)
N/A
Impervious Coverage
Standards
All Development (max)
30% or standards in Subsection 4.05, Environmental Protection and Water Quality Regulations if applicable.
3. 
Allowed Street Types.
Allowed Street Types
Reference Standards
Section A — Parkway Boulevard
§ 2.08.05A
Section B — Community Boulevard
§ 2.08.05B
Section H — Neighborhood Local Street
§ 2.08.05H
4. 
Allowed Building Types.
Allowed Building Types
Reference Standards
Open Space Building
§ 2.08.07A
5. 
Allowed Uses.
§ 2.06.05, Use Chart
B. 
Form District 2 (F2).
1. 
Intent.
Reserved.
2. 
Form District 2 (F2) Standards.
Reserved.
3. 
Allowed Uses.
Reserved.
C. 
Form District 3 (F3).
1. 
Intent. Form District 3 (F3) supports a mix of small-to-medium sized building types with predominantly residential uses on an interconnected street network.
2. 
Form District 3 (F3) Standards. The following table establishes the standards that apply to all development within Form District 3(F3). In the event that a single block contains more than one Form District, the most restrictive requirement applies.
Block Size
Standards
Block Length (max)
650 ft
Block Perimeter (max)
2,000 ft
Impervious Coverage
Standards
All Development (max)
60% or standards in Subsection 4.05, Environmental Protection and Water Quality Regulations if applicable.
3. 
Allowed Street Types.
Allowed Street Types
Standards
Section A — Parkway Boulevard
§ 2.08.05A.
Section B — Community Boulevard
§ 2.08.05B.
Section C — Neighborhood Boulevard
§ 2.08.05C.
Section E — Community Connector Street
§ 2.08.05E.
Section H — Neighborhood Local Street
§ 2.08.05H.
4. 
Allowed Building Types.
Allowed Building Types
Standards
Single Family Detached
§ 2.08.07.B.
Accessory Building
§ 2.08.07C.
Duplex
§ 2.08.07D.
Multiplex
§ 2.08.07E.
5. 
Allowed Uses.
§ 2.06.05, Use Chart
D. 
Form District 3H (F3H).
1. 
Intent. Form District 3H (F3H) supports a mix of small-to-medium sized building types with predominantly residential uses within or adjacent to Buda's historic downtown. Development in Form District 3H (F3H) must match the existing character and form of the existing fabric of Buda's historic downtown. These standards apply to parcels zoned Form District 3H (F3H) within the boundaries of the Downtown Node.
2. 
Form District 3H (F3H) Standards. The following table establishes the standards that apply to all development within Form District 3H (F3H). In the event that a single block contains more than one Form District, the most restrictive requirement applies.
Block Size
Standards
Block Length (max)
650 ft
Block Perimeter (max)
2,600 ft
Impervious Coverage
Standards
All Development (max)
50% or standards in Subsection 4.05, Environmental Protection and Water Quality Regulations if applicable.
3. 
Allowed Street Types.
Allowed Street Types
Standards
Section B — Community Boulevard
§ 2.08.05B.
Section C — Neighborhood Boulevard
§ 2.08.05C.
Section E — Community Connector Street
§ 2.08.05E.
Section H — Neighborhood Local Street
§ 2.08.05H.
4. 
Allowed Building Types.
Allowed Building Types
Standards
Single Family Detached
§ 2.08.07B.
Accessory Building
§ 2.08.07C.
Duplex
§ 2.08.07D.
Multiplex
§ 2.08.07E.
5. 
Allowed Uses.
§ 2.06.05, Use Chart
E. 
Form District 4 (F4).
1. 
Intent. Form District 4 (F4) consists of a mixed-use urban fabric. It may have a wide range of building types, setbacks and street types and can be used to transition from higher to lower intensity development. The intent of Form District 4 (F4) is to reinforce appropriate scale development and encourage uses that are compatible with existing residential and provide a transition from a residential neighborhood to a mixed use core.
2. 
Form District 4 (F4) Standards. The following table establishes the standards that apply to all development within Form District 4 (F4). In the event that a single block contains more than one zoning district, the most restrictive requirement applies.
Block Size
Standards
Block Length (max)
500 ft
Block Perimeter (max)
2,000 ft
Impervious Coverage
Standards
All Development (max)
70% or standards in Subsection 4.05, Environmental Protection and Water Quality Regulations if applicable.
3. 
Allowed Street Types.
Allowed Street Types
Standards
Section B — Community Boulevard
§ 2.08.05B
Section C — Neighborhood Boulevard
§ 2.08.05C
Section E — Community Connector Street
§ 2.08.05E
Section F — Active Street
§ 2.08.05F
Section G — Neighborhood Connector Street
§ 2.08.05G
Section H — Neighborhood Local Street
§ 2.08.05H
4. 
Allowed Building Types.
Allowed Building Types
Standards
Single Family Detached
§ 2.08.07B
Accessory Building
§ 2.08.07C
Duplex
§ 2.08.07D
Multiplex
§ 2.08.07E
Townhouse
§ 2.08.07F
General Building
§ 2.08.07G
Apartment*
§ 2.08.07H
Mixed Use Building
§ 2.08.07I
*Apartments require an SUP. Refer to § 2.10.09.
5. 
Allowed Uses.
§ 2.06.05, Use Chart
F. 
Form District 4H (F4H).
1. 
Intent. Form District 4H (F4H) consists of a mixed-use urban fabric within or adjacent to Buda's historic downtown. Development in Form District 4H (F4H) may have a wide range of building types, setbacks and street types and can be used to transition from higher to lower intensity development but must match the existing character and form of the existing fabric of Buda's historic downtown. These standards apply to parcels zoned Form District 4H (F4H) within the boundaries of the Downtown Node.
2. 
Form District 4H (F4H) Standards. The following table establishes the standards that apply to all development within the Form District 4H (F4H). In the event that a single block contains more than one zoning district, the most restrictive requirement applies.
Block Size
Standards
Block Length (max)
650 ft
Block Perimeter (max)
2000 ft
Impervious Coverage
Standards
All Development (max)
70% or standards in Subsection 4.05, Environmental Protection and Water Quality Regulations if applicable.
3. 
Allowed Street Types.
Allowed Street Types
Standards
Section B — Community Boulevard
§ 2.08.05B
Section C — Neighborhood Boulevard
§ 2.08.05C
Section E — Community Connector Street
§ 2.08.05E
Section G — Neighborhood Connector Street
§ 2.08.05G
Section H — Neighborhood Local Street
§ 2.08.05H
4. 
Allowed Building Types
Allowed Building Types
Standards
Single Family Detached
§ 2.08.07B
Accessory Building
§ 2.08.07C
Duplex
§ 2.08.07D
Multiplex
§ 2.08.07E
Townhouse
§ 2.08.07F
General Building*
§ 2.08.07G
Mixed Use Building**
§ 2.08.07I
* General Building type allowed in F4H where not located within the Historic Overlay.
** Mixed Use Building type allowed in F4H where not located within the Historic Overlay, if proposed within the Historic Overlay requires an SUP.
5. 
Allowed Uses.
§ 2.06.05, Use Chart
G. 
Form District 5 (F5).
1. 
Intent. Form District 5 (F5) consists of higher density mixed-use buildings that accommodate retail, offices, townhomes and apartments. It should have a tight network of streets, with wide sidewalks, steady street tree planting and buildings set close to the sidewalks.
2. 
Form District 5 (F5) Standards. The following table establishes the standards that apply to all development within Form District 5 (F5). In the event that a block contains more than one Form District, the most restrictive requirement applies.
Block Size
Standards
Block Length (max)
500 ft
Block Perimeter (max)
1,600 ft
Impervious Coverage
Standards
All Development (max)
75% or standards in Subsection 4.05, Environmental Protection and Water Quality Regulations if applicable.
3. 
Allowed Street Types
Allowed Street Types
Standards
Section D — Promenade Street
§ 2.08.05D
Section E — Community Connector Street
§ 2.08.05E
Section F — Active Street
§ 2.08.05F
Section G — Neighborhood Connector Street
§ 2.08.05G
4. 
Allowed Building Types.
Allowed Building Types
Standards
Accessory Building
§ 2.08.07C
Multiplex
§ 2.08.07E
Townhouse
§ 2.08.07F
General Building
§ 2.08.07G
Apartment*
§ 2.08.07H
Mixed Use Building
§ 2.08.07I
*Apartments require an SUP. Refer to § 2.10.09.
5. 
Allowed Uses.
§ 2.06.05, Use Chart
H. 
Form District 5H (F5H).
1. 
Intent. Form District 5H (F5H) preserves the existing historic commercial buildings and new compatible infill to accommodate retail, offices, townhouses and apartments. It should have a tight network of streets, with wide sidewalks, steady street tree plantings and buildings set close to the sidewalks and must match the existing character and form of the existing fabric of Buda's historic downtown. These standards apply to parcels zoned Form District 5H (F5H) within the boundaries of the Downtown Node.
2. 
Form District 5H (F5H) Standards. The following table establishes the standards that apply to all development within Form District 5H (F5H). In the event that a block contains more than one Form District, the most restrictive requirement applies.
Block Size
Standards
Block Length (max)
500 ft
Block Perimeter (max)
1,600 ft
Impervious Coverage
Standards
All Development (max)
75% or standards in Subsection 4.05, Environmental Protection and Water Quality Regulations if applicable.
3. 
Allowed Street Types
Allowed Street Types
Standards
Section D — Promenade Street
§ 2.08.05D
Section E — Community Connector Street
§ 2.08.05E
Section F — Active Street
§ 2.08.05F
Section G — Neighborhood Connector Street
§ 2.08.05G
4. 
Allowed Building Types
Allowed Building Types
Standards
Accessory Building
§ 2.08.07C
Townhouse
§ 2.08.07F
General Building
§ 2.08.07G
Apartment*
§ 2.08.07H
Mixed Use Building
§ 2.08.07I
*Apartments require an SUP. Refer to § 2.10.09.
5. 
Allowed Uses.
§ 2.06.05, Use Chart
(Ordinance 2017-13 adopted 10/2/2017; Ordinance 2021-10 adopted 4/20/2021)
A. 
Lighting.
1. 
Intent. Lighting varies in brightness and also in the character of the fixture according to the Form District. The table shows common types of lighting. See section 2.09.12, Lighting for glare control and standards for the control of light and glare.
2. 
Applicability. These standards apply to all Form Districts (except as exempted in section 2.10.13, Nonconforming Lots, Structures, and Uses). See section 2.09.12, Lighting for additional applicability.
Table 12. Lighting Standards for Form Districts
Lighting Type
Cobra Head
Pipe
Post
Column
Image(s)
Appropriate Streets
Section A — Parkway Boulevard
Section B — Community Boulevard
Section C — Neighborhood Boulevard
Section C — Neighborhood Boulevard
Section F — Active Street
Section G — Neighborhood Connector Street
Section H — Neighborhood Local Street
Section D — Promenade Street
Section F — Active Street
Section G — Neighborhood Connector Street
Section H — Neighborhood Local Street
(Ordinance 2017-13 adopted 10/2/2017)
A. 
Section A — Parkway Boulevard (F1, F3, F4). Parkways are multi-lane roadways with well-landscaped medians and sidewalks that provide recreational paths. They move vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians through the City. These streets function not only as transportation corridors connecting one part of the City to the others, but also as linear green spaces with multi-use trails, shade, seating, open space, and stormwater management.
Minimum Standards*
Maximum Standards*
Notes
A: Pedestrian Zone
Planting: 8 ft
Sidewalk: 6 ft
Multi-Use Path: 10 ft
Tree Spacing: 30 ft
Planting: no max
Sidewalk: no max
Multi-Use Path: no max
Tree Spacing: 40 ft
A multi-use path is recommended on high volume roadways that do not have bicycle lanes in order to accommodate cyclists, joggers and walkers.
E: Travel Lanes
11 ft Number of Lanes: 4
12 ft Number of Lanes: 6
Travel lane widths vary by speed limit and number of lanes.
F: Median/Turn Lane
16 ft
30 ft
Median width is residual depending on the amount of travel lanes required.
* Parking and travel lanes shall be required to comply with the City of Buda's adopted fire code.
B. 
Section B — Community Boulevard (F3, F4). Community Boulevards are balanced, multi-purpose streets. They are a central spine of the larger street network for vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians, and therefore should be located in areas that enhance the existing street system and give it clarity and coherence. In designing boulevards, care must be taken to ensure that all components of the boulevard are working together in a coherent whole. Boulevards are especially appropriate where there is a need to carry both slow, local traffic and fast, through-moving traffic.
Minimum Standards*
Maximum Standards*
Notes
A: Pedestrian Zone
Planting: 5 ft
Sidewalk: 6 ft
Tree Spacing: 30 ft
Planting: no max
Sidewalk: no max
Tree Spacing: 40 ft
Sidewalk varies based on demand and land use. Planting area is residual but should be maximized in areas with high traffic speeds and volume.
B: Bicycle Lanes
6 ft
8 ft
Optional, but required if road is specified as a City bicycle route.
E: Travel Lanes
11 ft Number of Lanes: 2
12 ft Number of Lanes: 4
Travel lane widths vary with speed limit and number of lanes.
F: Median/Turn Lane
16 ft
24 ft
Optional, but median width is residual depending on the amount of travel lanes required.
* Parking and travel lanes shall be required to comply with the City of Buda's adopted fire code.
C. 
Section C — Neighborhood Boulevard (F3, F4, F4H). Neighborhood Boulevards are intended to calm traffic on medium to high-speed roads that travel through residential or mixed-use areas. Neighborhood Boulevards are intended to reduce high travel speeds, make it easier and more comfortable to walk along the street, cross the street, improve bicycling conditions and make left turns.
Minimum Standards*
Maximum Standards*
Notes
A: Pedestrian Zone
Planting: 8 ft
Sidewalk: 6 ft
Multi-Use Path: 10 ft
Tree Spacing: 30 ft
Planting: no max
Sidewalk: no max
Multi-Use Path: no max
Tree Spacing: 40 ft
Sidewalk varies based on demand and land use. Planting area is residual but should be maximized in areas with high traffic speeds and volume.
C: Shoulder
2 ft
4 ft
Shoulders should be wide enough to accommodate fire trucks and yielding. Subject to adopted Fire Code and Fire Marshal approval.
E: Travel Lanes
10 ft Number of Lanes: 2
12 ft Number of Lanes: 4
Travel lane widths vary with speed limit and number of lanes. Travel lanes can be marked as bicycle sharrows as an alternative to Multi-Use Paths. Sharrow lanes should be 11' and are only recommended for two-lane streets with speed limits less than 30 miles per hour.
F: Median/Turn Lane
12 ft
18 ft
Optional, but median width is residual depending on the amount of travel lanes required. Turn lanes should provide pedestrian refuge islands where appropriate.
* Parking and travel lanes shall be required to comply with the City of Buda's adopted fire code.
D. 
Section D — Promenade Street (F4, F5, F5H). Promenade Streets handle high pedestrian volumes and levels of activity throughout the day. Due to their importance, visibility, and high levels of pedestrian activity, Promenade Streets should have generous sidewalks, consistent shade, pedestrian amenities, formal design treatments, and provide short term parking for shoppers and visitors.
Minimum Standards*
Maximum Standards*
Notes
A: Pedestrian Zone
Planting: 5 ft (tree wells can be grated)
Sidewalk: 6 ft
Tree Spacing: 25 ft
Planting: no max
Sidewalk: no max
Tree Spacing: 30 ft
In high volume pedestrian areas, replace planting with grate. Sidewalk width can be asymmetrical and varies by use.
D: Parking
9 ft
20 ft
Parallel or angled parking
E: Travel Lanes
10 ft Number of Lanes: 2
12 ft Number of Lanes: 3
Travel lane widths vary with speed limit and number of lanes. Travel lanes can be marked as bicycle sharrows. Sharrows should be 11 ft and are only recommended for two-lane streets with speed limits less than 30 miles per hour. Travel lanes adjacent to parking must be at least 12 ft to allow safe maneuvering. Subject to adopted Fire Code and Fire Marshal approval.
*Parking and travel lanes shall be required to comply with the City of Buda's adopted fire code.
E. 
Section E — Community Connector Street (F3, F4, F4H, F5, F5H) Community Connectors carry local traffic to major destinations such as downtown, regional shopping centers, parks and larger roadways. They are intended to accommodate people walking, biking and driving through town.
Minimum Standards*
Maximum Standards*
Notes
A: Pedestrian Zone
Planting: 5 ft
Sidewalk: 5 ft
Tree Spacing: 30 ft
Planting: no max
Sidewalk: no max
Tree Spacing: 40 ft
Sidewalk varies based on demand and land use. Planting area is residual but should be maximized in areas with high traffic speeds.
B: Bicycle Lane or Cycle Track
Cycle Track: 6.5 ft
Shoulder: 2 ft
Cycle Track: 10 ft
Shoulder: 3 ft
Optional, but required if road is specified as a City bicycle route. Cycle tracks are encouraged as an alternative to bicycle lanes. Use a cycle track with a raised physical separation on roads with higher speeds and traffic.
D: Parking
9 ft
9 ft
Optional, parallel parking can be added based on land use need and can provide additional separation between cars and cycle track.
E: Travel Lanes
10 ft Number of Lanes: 2
11 ft Number of Lanes: 2
Travel lanes can be marked as bicycle sharrows. Sharrows should be 11 ft and are only recommended for two-lane streets with speed limits less than 30 miles per hour. Travel lanes adjacent to parking must be at least 12 ft to allow safe maneuvering.
* Parking and travel lanes shall be required to comply with the City of Buda's adopted fire code.
F. 
Section F — Active Street (F4, F5, F5H). Active Streets are designed to balance the needs of pedestrians, cyclists, moving vehicles and parked vehicles. They are intended for vibrant areas that serve a variety of land uses from residential to retail and community uses.
Minimum Standards*
Maximum Standards*
Notes
A: Pedestrian Zone
Planting: 5 ft
Sidewalk: 5 ft
Tree Spacing: 30 ft
Planting no max
Sidewalk: no max
Tree Spacing: 40 ft
Sidewalk varies based on demand and land use.
Planting area is residual.
B: Bicycle Lane or Cycle Track
6 ft
6 ft
Optional, but required if road is specified as a City bicycle route.
D: Parking
9 ft
11 ft
Parking can be on one or both sides of the street depending on demand.
E: Travel Lanes
10 ft Number of Lanes: 2
12 ft Number of Lanes: 2
Travel lanes can be marked as bicycle sharrows. Sharrows should be 11 ft and are only recommended for two-lane streets with speed limits less than 30 miles per hour. Travel lanes adjacent to parking must be at least 12 ft to allow safe maneuvering.
* Parking and travel lanes shall be required to comply with the City of Buda's adopted fire code.
G. 
Section G — Neighborhood Connector Street (F4, F4H, F5, F5H). Neighborhood Connector Streets are intended to provide connections within neighborhoods. They are not intended for through traffic beyond the neighborhood.
Minimum Standards*
Maximum Standards*
Notes
A: Pedestrian Zone
Planting: 5 ft
Sidewalk: 5 ft
Tree Spacing: 30 ft
Planting: no max
Sidewalk: no max
Tree Spacing: 40 ft
Sidewalk varies based on demand and land use.
Planting area is residual.
D: Parking
9 ft
9 ft
Bump outs can be used to minimize crosswalk distance at intersections. Parking can be on one or both sides of the street depending on demand.
E: Travel Lanes
10 ft Number of Lanes: 2
11 ft Number of Lanes: 2
Travel lanes can be marked as bicycle sharrows. Sharrows should be 11 ft and are only recommended for two-lane streets with speed limits less than 30 miles per hour. Travel lanes adjacent to parking must be at least 12 ft to allow safe maneuvering. Subject to adopted Fire Code and Fire Marshal approval.
* Parking and travel lanes shall be required to comply with the City of Buda's adopted fire code.
H. 
Section H — Neighborhood Local Street (F1, F3, F3H, F4, F4H). The primary role of Neighborhood Residential Streets is to contribute to a high quality of life for residents of Buda. Typically, they are not more than two travel lanes (one in each direction) and are not intended for through-traffic. Parking can be accommodated on either side of the street, and will act to slow down traffic as drivers will need to yield to pass. The design of Residential Streets focuses on encouraging slow speeds.
Minimum Standards*
Maximum Standards*
Notes
A: Pedestrian Zone
Planting: 5 ft
Sidewalk: 5 ft
Tree Spacing: 30 ft
Planting: no max
Sidewalk: no max
Tree Spacing: 40 ft
Sidewalk varies based on demand and land use.
Planting area is residual.
C: Shoulder
2 ft
4 ft
Shoulders account for informal parking.
E: Travel Lanes
10 ft Number of Lanes: 2
10 ft Number of Lanes: 2
* Parking and travel lanes shall be required to comply with the City of Buda's adopted fire code.
(Ordinance 2017-13 adopted 10/2/2017)
A. 
Intent. Frontage type standards are intended to create areas of cohesive community character.
B. 
Applicability. These standards apply to all Form Based Zoning Districts (except as exempted in section 2.10.13, Nonconforming Lots, Structures, and Uses).
C. 
Allowed Frontage Types. Every block face must have a common approach to frontages.
Frontage Strategy
Image
Appropriate Building Type
Street Type
Common Yard: Planted frontage wherein the facade is set back substantially from the frontage line. The front yard created remains unfenced and is visually continuous with adjacent yards, supporting a common landscape. The deep setback provides a buffer from the higher speed thoroughfares.
Open Space Building
Single Family Detached
Duplex
Multiplex
Neighborhood Boulevard
Neighborhood Connector Street
Neighborhood Local Street
Porch and Fence: Planted frontage where the facade is set back from the frontage line with an attached porch permitted to encroach. A fence at the frontage line maintains street spatial definition. Porches shall be no less than 8 feet deep.
Single Family Detached
Duplex
Multiplex
Townhome
Apartment
Community Connector Street
Neighborhood Connector Street
Neighborhood Local Street
Forecourt: Frontage wherein the facade is close to the frontage line and the central portion is set back. The forecourt created is suitable for vehicular drop-offs. Large trees within the forecourts may overhang the sidewalks.
Multiplex
Apartment
Neighborhood Boulevard
Community Connector Street
Active Street
Neighborhood Connector Street
Stoop: Frontage wherein the facade is aligned close to the frontage line with the first story elevated from the sidewalk sufficiently to ensure privacy for the windows. The entrance is usually an exterior stair and landing. This type is recommended for ground-floor residential use.
Townhome
Apartment
Community Connector Street
Active Street
Neighborhood Connector Street
Shopfront: Frontage wherein the facade is aligned close to the frontage line with the building entrance at sidewalk grade. This type is conventional for retail use. It has substantial glazing on the sidewalk level and an Awning/Canopy that should overlap the sidewalk. Fence standards need to comply with section 2.09.02, Fencing and Screening.
General Building
Mixed Use Building
Community Boulevard
Neighborhood Boulevard
Promenade Street
Community Connector Street
Active Street
Gallery: Frontage wherein the facade is aligned with the frontage line with an attached cantilevered shed or lightweight Colonnade overlapping the sidewalk. This type is conventional for retail use. The gallery should be no less than 10 feet wide and may overlap the sidewalk to within 2 feet of the curb.
General Building
Mixed Use Building
Community Boulevard
Neighborhood Boulevard Promenade Street
Community Connector Street
Active Street
Arcade: Colonnade supporting habitable space that overlaps the sidewalk, while the facade at sidewalk level remains at or behind the frontage line. This type is conventional for retail use. The arcade shall be no less than 12 feet wide and may overlap the sidewalk to within 2 feet of the curb.
General Building
Mixed Use Building
Community Boulevard
Neighborhood Boulevard
Promenade Street
Community Connector Street
Active Street
Slip Road Parking: A parking area separated from a major auto oriented boulevard with a planted frontage. The building facing internally onto the parking area should have a pedestrian-friendly frontage.
General Building
Mixed Use Building
Parkway Boulevard
Community Boulevard
(Ordinance 2017-13 adopted 10/2/2017)
A. 
Open Space Building (F1).
Lot Dimension
F1
A1. Area (min)
n/a
A2. Width — interior lot (min)
n/a
A2. Width — corner lot (min)
n/a
A3. Depth (min)
n/a
A4. Building Coverage
5%
A5. Impervious Coverage
15%
Building Setbacks
F1
B1. From primary street (min)
50 ft
B2. From side street (min)
50 ft
B3. From side lot line (min)
50 ft
B4. From rear lot line (min)
50 ft
Height
C1. All Building (max)
35 ft
Frontage Types
Common Yard
B. 
Single Family Detached (F3, F3H, F4, F4H).
Lot Dimension
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
A1. Area (min)
6000 sf
10000 sf
5000 sf
6000 sf
A2. Width — interior lot (min)
55 ft
65 ft
45 ft
60 ft
A2. Width — corner lot (min)
60 ft
75 ft
55 ft
75 ft
A3. Depth (min)
110 ft
110 ft
110 ft
110 ft
A4. Building Coverage
50%
40%
60%
55%
A5. Impervious Coverage
60%
50%
70%
65%
Building Setbacks
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
B1. From primary street (min)
15 ft
20 ft*
10 ft
15 ft*
B2. From side street (min)
10 ft
10 ft*
10 ft
10 ft*
B3. From side lot line (min)
5 ft or 20% lot width, which - ever is greater
5 ft or 20% lot width, which - ever is greater
5 ft or 20% lot width, which - ever is greater
5 ft or 20% lot width, which - ever is greater
B4. From rear lot line (min)
20 ft
20 ft
20 ft
20 ft
* or the average of the setbacks on the block, whichever is greater
Parking Setbacks
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
C1. From Primary Street (min)*
30 ft
30 ft
50 ft
50 ft
C2. From Side Street (min)*
15 ft
15 ft
15 ft
15 ft
C3. From side lot line (min)
5 ft, 0 ft if shared with adjacent lot.
C4. From rear lot line (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
*Parking area must be setback a minimum of 15 ft from the wall of the home on the primary street or a minimum of 5 ft from the wall of the home on the side street.
Build-to Zone
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
D1. Primary Street (min/max)
B1./B1. plus 10 ft
D2. Building Width in Build-to (min)
40%
40%
70%
60%
Height
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
E1. All Buildings (max)
30 ft
30 ft
35 ft
35 ft
Pedestrian Access
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F1. Main pedestrian entrance must front onto Primary Street
Frontage Types
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
Common Yard, Porch and Fence
C. 
Accessory Building (F3, F3H, F4, F4H, F5, F5H).
Lot Dimension
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F5/F5H
A1. Area (min)
Calculated according to Primary Building.
A2. Width — interior lot (min)
A2. Width — corner lot (min)
A3. Depth (min)
A4. Building Coverage
20% of the maximum allowed building coverage for the primary building. Building coverage counts towards the allowed coverage for the primary building.
A5. Impervious Coverage
Impervious coverage counts towards the maximum allowed impervious coverage of the primary building.
Building Setbacks
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F5/F5H
B1. From Primary Street (min)
50 ft*
50 ft*
50 ft*
50 ft*
B2. From Side Street (min)
10 ft
10 ft
10 ft
10 ft
10 ft
B3. From side lot line (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
B4. From rear lot line (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
* or 10 ft behind the primary building, whichever is greater
Height
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F5/F5H
C1. Accessory Building (max)
25 ft
C2. Accessory Building — alley access only (max)
30 ft
D. 
Duplex (F3, F3H, F4, F4H).
Site/Lot Dimensions*
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
A1. Area (min)
6000 sf
10000 sf
5000 sf
6000 sf
A2. Width — interior lot (min)
60 ft
65 ft
50 ft
60 ft
A2. Width — corner lot (min)
70 ft
75 ft
60 ft
75 ft
A3. Depth (min)
110 ft
110 ft
110 ft
110 ft
A4. Building Coverage
50%
40%
60%
55%
A5. Impervious Coverage
60%
50%
70%
65%
*Units can be divided into two individual lots as long as the combined site area is equal to the standards above.
Building Setbacks
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
B1. From primary street (min)
15 ft
20 ft*
10 ft
15 ft*
B2. From side street (min)
10 ft
10 ft*
10 ft
10 ft*
C3. From side lot line (min)
5 ft or 20% lot width, which - ever is greater
5 ft or 20% lot width, which - ever is greater
5 ft or 20% lot width, which - ever is greater
5 ft or 20% lot width, which - ever is greater
C4. From rear lot line (min)
20 ft
20 ft
20 ft
20 ft
* or the average of the setbacks on the block, whichever is greater.
Parking Setbacks
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
C1. From Primary Street (min)*
30 ft
35 ft
50 ft
50 ft
C2. From Side Street (min)*
15 ft
15 ft
15 ft
15 ft
C3. From side lot line (min)
5 ft, 0 ft if shared with adjacent lot.
C4. From rear lot line (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
*Parking area must be setback a minimum of 15 ft from the wall of the home on the primary street or a minimum of 5 ft from the wall of the home on the side street.
Build-to Zone
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
D1. Primary Street (min/max)
B1./B1. plus 10 ft
D2. Building Width in Build-to (min)
40%
40%
70%
60%
Height
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
E1. All Buildings (max)
30 ft
30 ft
35 ft
35 ft
Pedestrian Access
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F1. One pedestrian entrance must front onto Primary Street.
Frontage Types
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
Common Yard, Porch and Fence
Use note: Accessory dwelling not permitted in addition to Duplex
E. 
Multiplex (F3, F3H, F4, F4H, F5). A multiplex would typically take the form of a 3-plex or 4-plex, but would functionally look like a large single-family home. These are sometimes nicknamed a "houseplex." These are often seen in historic areas where a large house/mansion is broken up internally and remodeled to have 2-4 living units.
Lot Dimensions
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F5
A1. Area (min)
9,000 sf
11,000 sf
8,000 sf
9,900 sf
7,000 sf
A2. Width - interior lot (min)
90 ft
100 ft
80 ft
90 ft
70 ft
A2. Width - corner lot (min)
100 ft
110 ft
90 ft
100 ft
100 ft
A3. Depth (min)
110 ft
110 ft
100 ft
110 ft
100 ft
A4. Building Coverage
55%
40%
60%
55%
70%
A5. Impervious Coverage
65%
50%
70%
65%
80%
Building Setbacks
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F5
B1. From primary street (min)
15 ft*
15 ft*
15 ft
15 ft*
15 ft*
B2. From side street (min)
10 ft*
10 ft*
10 ft
10 ft*
10 ft*
B3. From side lot line (min)
5 ft*
5 ft*
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft*
B4. From rear lot line (min)
15 ft*
15 ft*
15 ft
15 ft
15 ft*
*or the average of the setbacks on the block, whichever is greater
Parking Setbacks
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F5
C1. From Primary Street (min)*
50 ft
50 ft
50 ft
50 ft
50 ft
C2. From Side Street (min)*
15 ft
15 ft
15 ft
15 ft
15 ft
C3. From side lot line (min)
5 ft, 0 ft if shared with adjacent lot.
C4. From rear lot line (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
*Parking area must be setback a minimum of 30 ft from the wall of the home on the primary street or a minimum of 5 ft from the wall of the home on the side street.
Build-to Zone
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F5
D1. Primary Street (min/max)
B1./B1. Plus 10 ft
D2. Building Width in Build-to (min)
50%
40%
70%
60%
80%
Height
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F5
E1. All Buildings (max)
35 ft
35 ft
35 ft
35 ft
35 ft
Pedestrian Access
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F5
F1. One pedestrian entrance must front onto Primary Street.
Frontage Types
F3
F3H
F4
F4H
F5
Common Yard, Porch and Fence
Use note: Accessory dwellings are not allowed on a lot containing a Multiplex.
F. 
Townhouse (F4, F4H, F5, F5H).
Site Dimensions
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
A1. Net Site Area (min)
6000 sf
7000 sf
5000 sf
6000 sf
A2. Net Site Width (min)
50 ft
70 ft
50 ft
50 ft
A3. Net Site Depth (min)
100 ft
100 ft
100 ft
100 ft
A3. Outdoor Amenity Zone
10%
10%
10%
10%
Lot Dimensions
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
B1. Area (min)
2500 ft
3000 ft
2000 ft
3000 ft
B2. Width (min)
25 ft
30 ft
20 ft
30 ft
B3. Building Coverage
60%
55%
80%
60%
B4. Impervious Coverage
70%
65%
90%
70%
Building Setbacks
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
C1. From primary street (min)
10 ft
10 ft
0 ft
0 ft
C2. From side street (min)
10 ft
10 ft
10 ft
10 ft
C3. From side lot line (min)
0 or 5 ft
0 or 5 ft
0 or 5 ft
0 or 5 ft
C4. From rear lot line (min)
15 ft
15 ft
10 ft
10 ft
Use note: Accessory dwelling not permitted in addition to Townhouse
Parking Setbacks
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
D1. From Primary Street (min)*
50 ft
50 ft
50 ft
50 ft
D2. From Side Street (min)*
15 ft
15 ft
15 ft
15 ft
D3. From side lot line (min)
0 or 5 ft
5 ft
0 or 5 ft
0 or 5 ft
D4. From rear lot line (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
* Parking area must be setback a minimum of 30 ft from the wall of the home on the primary street or a minimum of 5 ft from the wall of the home on the side street.
Build-to Zone
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
E1. Primary Street (min/max)
C1./C1. plus 10 ft
E2. Building Width in Build-to (min)
80%
80%
90%
90%
Height
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
F1. All Buildings (max)
35 ft
35 ft
35 ft
35 ft
Pedestrian Access
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
G1. All pedestrian entrances must front onto Primary Street.
Frontage Types
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
Porch and Fence, Stoop
G. 
General Building (F4, F4H, F5, F5H).
Lot Dimension
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
A1. Area (min)
5000 ft
5000 ft
4500 ft
4000 ft
A2. Width -interior (min)
50 ft
50 ft
45 ft
30 ft
A2. Width - corner (min)
55 ft
55 ft
40 ft
35 ft
A3. Depth (min)
100 ft
100 ft
100 ft
150 ft
A4. Building Coverage
60%
60%
75%
60%
A5. Impervious Coverage
75%
75%
90%
75%
Building Setbacks
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
B1. From primary street (min)
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
B2. From side street (min)
10 ft
10 ft
5 ft
5 ft
B3. From side lot line (min)
5 ft
0 ft
0 ft
B4. From rear lot line (min)
15 ft
15 ft
10 ft
10 ft
Parking Setbacks
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
C1. From Primary Street (min)
50 ft
50 ft
50 ft
50 ft
C2. From Side Street (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
C3. From side lot line (min)
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
C4. From rear lot line (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
Build-to Zone
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
D1. Primary Street (min/max)
B1./B1. plus 10 ft
D2. Building to Lot Width in Build-to (min)
70%
70%
90%
90%
Height
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
E1. Primary Building (max)
45 ft
35 ft
45 ft
35 ft
Transparency
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
F1. Ground Story (min)
20%
20%
30%
30%
F2. Upper Story (min)
15%
15%
20%
20%
Pedestrian Access
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
One pedestrian entrance must front onto Primary Street.
Vehicular Access
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
Vehicular access should be located off of the alley or secondary street. Vehicular access should be discouraged off of the primary street.
Frontage Types
F4
F4H
F5
F5H
Shopfront, Gallery, Arcade, Slip Road Parking
H. 
Apartment (F4, F5, F5H).
Lot Dimensions
F4*
F5*
F5H*
A1. Area (min)
15,000 ft
10,000 ft
12,000 ft
A2. Width (min)
100 ft
100 ft
100 ft
A3. Depth (min)
150 ft
100 ft
120 ft
A4. Building Coverage
65%
75%
60%
A5. Impervious Coverage
75%
85%
75%
A6. Green Space
25%
15%
20%
Building Setbacks
F4*
F5*
F5H*
B1. From primary street (min)
10 ft
10 ft
10 ft
B2. From side street (min)
10 ft
5 ft
5 ft
B3. From side lot line (min)
5 ft
0 ft
0 ft
B4. From rear lot line (min)
15 ft
10 ft
10 ft
Parking Setbacks
F4*
F5*
F5H*
C1. From Primary Street (min)
20 ft
20 ft
20 ft
C2. From Side Street (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
C3. From side lot line (min)
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
C4. From rear lot line (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
Build-to Zone
F4*
F5*
F5H*
D1. Primary Street (min/max)
B1./B1. plus 10 ft
D2. Side Street (min/max)
10 ft/20 ft
5 ft/15 ft
5 ft/15 ft
D3. Building to Lot Width in Build-to (min)
70%
90%
90%
Height
F4*
F5*
F5H*
D1. Primary Building (max)
45 ft
45 ft
35 ft
Transparency
F4*
F5*
F5H*
F1. Ground Story (min)
15%
20%
20%
F2. Upper Stories (min)
15%
15%
15%
Pedestrian Access
F4*
F5*
F5H*
G1. A minimum of one pedestrian entrance must front onto Primary Street for every 80 feet of building frontage width.
Vehicular Access
F4*
F5*
F5H*
Vehicular access should be located off of the alley or secondary street. Vehicular access should be discouraged off of the primary street.
Frontage Types
F4*
F5*
F5H*
Porch and Fence, Forecourt, Stoop
*Apartments require an SUP when located in F4, F5 or F5H. Refer to § 2.10.09.
Use note: Accessory dwelling not permitted in addition to Apartment
I. 
Mixed-Use Building (F4/F4H, F5, F5H).
Lot Dimensions
F4
F4H*
F5
F5H
A1. Area (min)
15,000 ft
15,000 ft
10,000 ft
12,000 ft
A2. Width (min)
100 ft
100 ft
100 ft
100 ft
A3. Depth (min)
150 ft
150 ft
125 ft
120 ft
A4. Building Coverage
65%
65%
80%
60%
A5. Impervious Coverage
85%
85%
90%
75%
A6. Green Space
25%
25%
10%
10%
Building Setbacks
F4
F4H*
F5
F5H
B1. From primary street (min)
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
B2. From side street (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
B3. From side lot line (min)
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
B4. From rear lot line (min)
15 ft
15 ft
10 ft
10 ft
Parking Setbacks
F4
F4H*
F5
F5H
C1. From Primary Street (min)
20 ft may not be within the building setback
20 ft may not be within the building setback
20 ft
20 ft may not be within the building setback
C2. From Side Street (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
C3. From side lot line (min)
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
0 ft
C4. From rear lot line (min)
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
5 ft
Build-to Zone
F4
F4H*
F5
F5H
D1. Primary Street (min/max)
0 ft/20 ft or the average setback of adjacent buildings on the block face
0 ft/20 ft or the average setback of adjacent buildings on the block face
0 ft/10 ft
0 ft/10 ft or the average setback of adjacent buildings on the block face
D2. Side Street (min/max)
5 ft/15 ft
5 ft/15 ft
5 ft/15 ft
5 ft/15 ft
D3. Building to Lot Width in Build-to (min)
80%
80%
90%
90%
Height
F4
F4H*
F5
F5H
E1. Primary Building (max)
45 ft
35 ft
45 ft
35 ft
Transparency
F4
F4H*
F5
F5H
F1. Ground Story (min)
50%
50%
50%
50%
F2. Upper Stories (min)
15%
15%
15%
15%
Ground Floor Retail
F4
F4H*
F5
F5H
% of ground floor commercial use (min) excluding commercial uses incompatible with mixed use such as Gasoline Filling Stations, and retail in excess of 75,000 square feet
40%
40%
60%
60%
Pedestrian Access
F4
F4H*
F5
F5H
A minimum of one pedestrian entrance must front onto Primary Street for every 80 feet of building frontage.
Vehicular Access
F4
F4H*
F5
F5H
Vehicular access should be located off of the alley or secondary street. Vehicular access should be discouraged off of the primary street.
Frontage Types
F4
F4H*
F5
F5H
Shopfront, Gallery, Arcade, Slip Road Parking
J. 
Activation within the Building to Lot Width in Build-To
In cases where a physical extension of the building is not practical or feasible, activation of this space in order to create interest may be considered at the discretion the Planning Director for up to 15% of the Building to Lot Width in the Build-to requirement.
1. 
Acceptable forms of activation must be focused toward pedestrian activity and may include courtyards, outdoor dining areas, art exhibition space, gardens, and other similar forms of activation.
a. 
Activated space must be a minimum of 20 ft in depth[.]
2. 
Driveways, parking spaces, and other automobile-oriented uses are not considered appropriate forms for the purpose activation.
3. 
Applicants wishing to use street activation instead of meeting the Building to Lot Width in the Build-to for more than 15% of the required area, or are not a minimum of 20' in depth, or propose a type of activation that is not listed above, must submit an Alternative Compliance request.
K. 
Alternative Compliance Option
A request for the following Alternative Compliance options may be submitted and acted upon in accordance with section 2.11.01, Alternative Compliance.
1. 
Major Reductions of the Building to Lot Width in the Build-to:
a. 
Major changes to the width of the Building to Lot Width in the Build-to, which are considered to be more than fifteen (15) percent of the required width, may be requested.
b. 
A request for a Major Reduction of the Building to Lot Width in the Build-to will not be approved without a proposal to provide activation within the area in which the Alternative Compliance is requested.
2. 
Requests to activate property with uses other than those stated in section 2.08.07J above within the Building to Lot With within the Build-to.
a. 
Applicants may request an Alternative Compliance for the type of desired if it is determined by the Planning Director to be dissimilar activations discussed above.
b. 
Driveways, parking spaces, and other automobile-oriented uses are not considered appropriate forms of activation.
i. 
This section should not be interpreted to preclude innovative uses of certain types of temporary uses, such as mobile food vendors or mobile retail, as long as all other codes and ordinances are met, and activation is street facing.
(Ordinance 2017-13 adopted 10/2/2017; Ordinance 2021-10 adopted 4/20/2021; Ordinance 2022-24 adopted 9/20/2022)