07-25-12 Special Called Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission

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REVISED DRAFT JUNE 14APRIL 9, 2012 The future land use classifications used on the plan to depict the type and density of development are as follows: Large Lot Residential The Large Lot Residential classification was added during the 2012 plan update and is intended to further protect the existing large lot residential areas in Lomax. This classification has a minimum of one-acre lot size and allows permitted uses that are in conformance with the Large Lot District (LL). Low-Density Residential The Low-Density Residential classification includes single family residential uses with minimum lot area ranging from 4,500 to 43,560 square feet. Other permitted uses are those in conformance with the Low Density Residential District (R-1). Moderate- Medium to High-Density Residential The Moderate- Medium to High-Density Residential classification includes single-family attached or detached dwellings, multiple family dwellings, patio homes, garden apartments, condominiums, and townhouses. The minimum lot area for these uses ranges from 2,000 to 20,000 square feet with maximum lot coverage ranging from 50 to 60 percent. Moderate Medium and High Density Residential uses generally include those specified in the Mid-Density Residential District (R-2) and High-Density Residential District (R-3). Mixed Use The Mixed Use classification was added during the 2012 plan update and is intended to provide development options in certain areas near Sylvan Beach& waterfront. New or improved zoning and/or development provisions should be considered to ensure future development fulfills the intent of these particular areas. Neighborhood Commercial The Neighborhood Commercial classification was added during the 2012 plan update and is intended for uses that are in conformance with the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) District. Commercial The Commercial classification includes uses that are in conformance with the uses permitted in the Neighborhood Commercial District (NC), and General Commercial (GC) District. Main Street The Main Street classification was added during the 2012 plan update and is intended for those uses allowed in the Main Street (MS) and Main Street Overlay (MSO) Districts. New or improved provisions should be considered, particularly for the Main Street District (MS), to ensure future development reflects an urban character (e.g., build to lines, on-street parking, among other considerations. CommercialBusiness Industrial The Commercial Business Industrial classification provides for the establishment of industrial development that is compatible with surrounding or abutting residential districts. Uses are limited to administrative, wholesaling, manufacturing, and related compatible uses as defined by the Business Industrial Park (BI) District. 2.30 Chapter 2