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An ordinance amending the zoning ordinance of the City of Brookings pertaining to the side yard setbacks in the RB-4, B-2, B-2A, and B-3 Districts
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Summary:
The City of Brookings is seeking an amendment to the zoning ordinance to change the side yard setback from zero (0) feet to five (5) feet in the RB-4, B-2, B-2A, and B-3 Districts to align with the building code and landscape ordinance.
Background:
The building code requires a minimum five (5) foot side yard setback or ten (10) feet between structures. If structures are closer than five (5) feet to the property line, fire rated construction materials are required. In addition, the recently adopted landscaping ordinance requires a five (5) foot side landscape area. This amendment will provide consistency between the side yard setback, building code, and landscape regulations. A five (5) foot side yard setback will also allow a reasonable distance for building maintenance.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the zoning ordinance amendment.
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Notice
Marked-Up Ordinance
Draft Ordinance