Study Objectives

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The study will analyze and recommend limits for maximum allowable impervious area in residentially zoned areas.  The study will also consider whether to:

• Keep lot coverage requirements alongside new impervious area limits;

• Include minimum contiguous plantable area requirements;

• Adjust existing placement (yard and setback) requirements to allow for increased contiguous tree canopy conservation and planting; and

• Establish impervious area limits based on lot size or zoning district.

The recommendations will be informed by and address:

• Benefits for stormwater and tree canopy;
• Impacts to property owners;
• Dynamics for older and newer homes;
• Equity; and
• Administrative costs and enforcement.

The study will not:

• Recommend changes to existing maximum main building footprint or height limits;
• Recommend absolute total square footage limits for lot coverage; or
• Consider any potential changes to the definition of lot coverage in the Zoning Ordinance.