Multi-Family Residential (RM-1.5, , RM-2, RM-3,) Zones
Purpose: The RM Zones are intended for the development of multi-family residential development at densities consistent with the Lindsay General Plan. These zones include the RM-1.5, the RM-2 and the RM-3 Zones.
Development Standards: All uses in the RM Zones are subject to development standards contained in the Lindsay Zoning Ordinance. Below is a summary of some of these standards. Note that the Zoning Ordinance may contain more details regarding these standards and should be consulted prior to pursuing a project in this zone.
Setbacks:
| Front Yard: | 15 ft. |
| Side Yard: | 5 ft. for Single-Story Structures |
| 10 ft. for Multi-Story Structures | |
| Rear Yard: | 10 ft. for Single-Story Structures |
| 15 ft. for Multi-Story Structures | |
| Street Side: | 5 ft. for Single-Story Structures |
| 10 ft. for Multi-Story Structures | |
| Carports & Garages: | 20 ft. from Front Property Line |
| 15 ft. if Door Faces Side Yard | |
| 10 ft. from Alley if Door Faces Alley | |
| Accessory: | Garden structures less than 7 ft. in height can be located anywhere within a required year yard. |
Height:
| Maximum Height: | 35 ft. |
| Chimneys, vents, antennas, spires, and other structures not intended to increase floor area of the structure may project above the height limit. |
Parking:
The Zoning Ordinance requires every new use to provide a certain number of parking spaces in a properly designed and constructed parking lot.
The Parking Standards
section contains more information regarding parking standards
within the City. The following are some standards specific
to the R-1-7 & R-1-5 Zones:
| # of Spaces Per Unit | Types of Units |
|---|---|
| 1.5 | Less Than Two Bedrooms |
| 2 | Two or More Bedrooms |
Fencing Height:
| Max Fence Height -ft. | Fence Location |
|---|---|
| 7 | Side & rear property lines |
| 6 | Front yard if set back 10 ft.from front property line or 2 ft.from curb face (whichever is greater). |
| 3 | Required front yard. |
| 2.5 | On corner lots in the street corner area of the lot formed by a right triangle with its apex at the street corner property lines and its sides measuring 25 ft. |
Other Standards:
Minimum Lot Size:
| Zone | Maximum Square Feet of Land Per Unit |
|---|---|
| RM-1.5 | 1,500 |
| RM-2 | 2,000 |
| RM-3 | 3,000 |
Maximum Lot Coverage:
| Zone | Maximum Building Coverage Per Lot |
|---|---|
| RM-1.5 | 70% |
| RM-2 | 60% |
| RM-3 | 50% |
The material provided here is for general information and should not be relied upon as the definitive expression of City Ordinances or policies. The Planning Division should be contacted directly for more definitive information.