HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-10-05 Public hearingNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be
held by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, at
which time the Council will consider:
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An amendment to the Comprehensive
Plan to change the South District Plan to
facilitate development that follows form -
based principles. (CPA21-0001)
An amendment to Title 14, Zoning Code
and Title 15, Land Subdivision, creating
form -based zones and standards for new
development as identified in the South
District Plan. (REZ21-0005)
Said public hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m. on the
5th of October 2021, either in the Assembly Room
at The Center, 28 S. Linn Street, or Emma J.
Harvat Hall at City Hall, 410 E. Washington St., in
said city, or if said meeting is cancelled, at the next
meeting of the City Council thereafter as posted by
the City Clerk. If City Hall is closed to the public
due to the health and safety concerns from COVID
19, the council meeting will be an electronic
meeting using the Zoom Meetings. For information
on how to participate in the electronic meeting, see
www.icgov.org/councildocs or telephone the City
Clerk at 319-356-5043.
Copies of proposed ordinances and resolutions
are on file for public examination in the office of the
City Clerk, City Hall, Iowa City, Iowa. Persons
wishing to make their views known for Council
consideration are encouraged to appear at the
above-mentioned time and place. Copies may
also be made available by telephoning the City
Clerk at 319-356-5043 or emailing kellie-
fruehling@iowa-city.org
Kirk Lehmann, Associate Planner
FILED
SEP 2 0 2021
City Clerk
Iowa City, Iowa
Prepared by: Anne Russett, Senior Planner, 410 E. Washington St, Iowa City, IA; 319-356-5230 (CPA21-0001)
Resolution No.
Resolution to amend the South District Plan, a part of Iowa City's
Comprehensive Plan, to facilitate development that follows form -based
principles (CPA21-0001)
Whereas, the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan serves as a land -use and planning policy
guide by illustrating and describing the location and configuration of appropriate land uses
throughout the City; by providing notification to the public regarding intended uses of land; and by
illustrating the long-range growth area limit for the City; and {N�
Whereas, as a component of Iowa City's Comprehensive Plan, the SoutfDigtrict Plan was
adopted in 2015 (Resolution No. 15-335) and is intended to promote patterns of I base ban
design, infrastructure and services that encourage and contribute to the livability an'susf�aifibility
of Iowa City and its neighborhoods; and
Whereas, in December 2016, the City Council authorized staff to execute Iowa with
Opticos Design, Inc (Resolution No. 16-349) to conduct a form -based code analysis for the South
District; and
Whereas, Opticos Design, Inc recommended implementing new form -based zones and
standards for the area based on its analysis and the stakeholder outreach conducted, which
envisioned neighborhood centers with walkable amenities, expanding open space areas, providing
housing options, improving walkability, and increasing street connectivity; and
Whereas, in January 2019, the City Council authorized staff to execute a contract with
Opticos Design, Inc (Resolution 19-14) to develop form -based zones and standards for a portion of
undeveloped land within the South District; and
Whereas, in developing the form -based zones and standards it became apparent that an
amendment to the South District Plan was necessary before adoption of a form -based code; and
Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan has goals that aim to ensure a mix of housing types to
provide for households of all types; encourage pedestrian -oriented development and attractive
and functional streetscapes that make it safe, convenient, and comfortable to walk; and plan for
commercial development in defined commercial nodes, including small-scale neighborhood
commercial centers; and
Whereas, circumstances have changed since the South District Plan was adopted, including
the increased focus on policies that promote social justice, equity, and climate action through
Resolution 20-159 and the adoption of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan in 2018; and
Whereas, this amendment is in the public interest and compatible with other policies of the
Comprehensive Plan; and
Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed this amendment at its meeting on
September 16, 2021 and determined that circumstances changed to the extent that an amendment
to the comprehensive plan is warranted and the proposed amendment is compatible with other
policies or provisions of the comprehensive plan.
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, that:
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1. The South District Plan, a component of the Comprehensive Pian, is hereby amended as
illustrated and described in Appendix 1, attached hereto.
Passed and approved this
day of 2021.
Mayor:
Attest:
City Clerk City Attorney's Office
SEP i 3 2021
City Clerk
Iowa City, Iowa
Prepared by: Anne Russett, Senior Planner, 410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240 (REZ21-0005)
Ordinance No. SEP 21 2021
Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code and Title 15, LanitSiibdtvittbn,
creating form -based zones and standards as identified in theat'ijist41t'et
Plan (REZ21-0005)
Whereas, the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan serves as a land -use and planning policy guide
by illustrating and describing the location and configuration of appropriate land uses throughout the
City; by providing notification to the public regarding intended uses of land; and by illustrating the
long-range growth area limit for the City; and
Whereas, as a component of Iowa City's Comprehensive Plan, the South District Plan was is
intended to promote patterns of land use, urban design, infrastructure and services that encourage
and contribute to the livability and sustainability of Iowa City and its neighborhoods; and
Whereas, the City's current zoning code does not contain the tools to easily implement the
vision of the Comprehensive Plan, especially as it relates to goals that aim to ensure a mix of
housing types to provide for households of all types; encourage pedestrian -oriented development
and attractive and functional streetscapes that make it safe, convenient, and comfortable to
walk; and plan for commercial development in defined commercial nodes, including small-scale
neighborhood commercial centers; and
Whereas, the amendment creates form -based zones and standards that will facilitate
development consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, specifically the South District Plan; and
Whereas, the amendment will help to achieve several goals of the Comprehensive Plan,
including the creation of neighborhoods that are safe to walk, ensure a highly interconnected
street network, and allow a variety of housing types; and
Whereas, the amendment will be incorporated into Title 14, Zoning, and therefore, it is
necessary to amend other section of Title 14 and Title 15, Subdivisions to ensure consistency
and clarity regarding the form -based zones and standards; and
Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the zoning code amendment set
forth below at the September 16, 2021 meeting and recommended approval.
Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa:
Section I. Amendments. The Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa is hereby
amended as follows:
A. Amend Chapter 14-2, Base Zones, by adding Article H Form -Based Zones and Standards
attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
B. Amend 14-1B-1, Interpretation and Application of Provisions, by adding Subsection H, as
follows:
H. The applicable standards of this Title apply so as to not require statina the phrase
"and all aprolicable standards throughout this Title.
C. Amend 14-1 B-2, Rules of Word Construction, by adding the following underlined text:
B. Words in the present tense include the future tense. The reverse is also true.
Words in the singular include the plural. The reverse is also true, unless the context
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clearly indicates the contrary.
C. The words "shall", "shall not", "must", "must not", "will", "will not", and "may not"
are mandatory. The word "may" is permissive. The word "should" is advisory and
identifies guidance provided by the City in implementation of these standards.
D. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following coniunctions shall be
interpreted as follows:
1. "And" indicates that all connected items or provisions apply:
2. "Or" indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply: and
3. "Either/or" indicates that the connected items or provisions apply singly but not in
combination.
D. Amend 14-5A-5, Construction and Design Standards, by adding the following underlined
text:
L. Special Vehicle Parking And Storage Requirements In Single- Family Zones, T3
Neighborhood Edge Zone, and T3 Neighborhood General Zone: The provisions of this
subsection apply in all single-family residential zones and the above listed Form -Based
Zones. For purposes of this subsection, a "special vehicle" is defined as any device,
more than seven and one-half feet (7.5') in height and more than twenty feet (20') in
length, which is or may be transported or drawn upon a highway, street, or body of
water, including, without limitation, any motor vehicle, truck, trailer, tractor, wagon,
watercraft or any combination thereof exceeding these dimensions. A storage area for a
special vehicle includes any space equal in size to the outer perimeter of the subject
special vehicle that is used for storage of such a vehicle. The following provisions apply
to all such special vehicles:
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E. Amend Section 14-5B-8, Signs Permitted by Zone, by adding Section H, Sign tan ards
and Types for Form -Based Zones, attached hereto and incorporated hel-p_9nLby Rhis
reference. Iowa City, . .. -
F. Amend Section 14-5G-4, Physical Controls, by adding the following underlined text:
A. Height Limitations:
1. Light fixtures located within three hundred feet (300') of a residential zone.
Neighborhood Form -Based Zone, riverfront crossings zone, or the eastside mixed use
district must be mounted no higher than twenty five feet (25') above grade.
2. Light fixtures located farther than three hundred feet (300') from a residential
zone. Neighborhood Form -Based Zone, riverfront crossings zone, or the eastside mixed
use district must be mounted no higher than thirty five feet (35') above grade.
G. Amend Section 14 -5G -4C, Light Trespass, by adding the following underlined text:
4. Illumination must not exceed 0.5 initial horizontal foot- candle and 2.0 initial
maximum foot-candles as measured at any point along a property boundary that is
adjacent to or across the street from properties that are zoned residential, CN -1, or CO -
1, or is adjacent to or across the street from a Neighborhood Form -Based Zone. The city
may increase the maximum up to 1.0 horizontal foot- candle for building code required
lighting on buildings located on or close to the property line. However, lighting must be
located and shielded in a manner that will be least obtrusive to any abutting residential
properties.
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H. Amend Section 14 -5G -5B, Lighting Environment Districts, by deleting the strikethough text
and adding the underlined text:
1. Low illumination district, El: Areas of low ambient lighting levels. This district
includes single-family and low density multi -family residential zones. This district applies
to the following zones: ID -RS, ID -RM, RR -1, RS -5, RS -8, RS -12, RM -12, r RNS-12
T3NE. T3NG, T4NS, and T4NM.
2. Medium illumination district, E2: Areas of medium ambient lighting levels. This
district includes higher density multi- family zones and lower intensity commercial and
office zones. This district applies to the following zones: ID -C, ID -I, ID -RP, CN -1, CO -1,
PRM, RM -20, RM -44, RNS-20, MU, I => EMU, and all RFC zones, except the RFC -
WR.
Amend Table 51-1, Woodland Retention Requirements, by adding the following underlined
text:
Base Zone
Retention Requirement
ID, RR -1
70 percent
RS -5, RS -8, RS -12, RNS-12, T3NE, T3NG, T4NS, T4NM
50 percent
RM -12, RM -20, RM -44, RNS-20, T4MS
20 percent
RDP, ORP
20 percent
C and 1
10 percent
J. Amend Section 14-9A-1, Definitions, by adding the following underlined text
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ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES. Exterior building elements intended to provide City Clea
ornamentation to the building massing, including, but not limited to: eaves, cornic&52bakiy, Io
windows. window and door surrounds, light fixtures, canopies, and balconies.
ARCHITECTURAL TREATMENT. Exterior finishes) applied to a building facade and
intended for ornamentation or to reduce the visual size and scale of a building.
ARTISANAL INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS. A business that makes food and/or products by
hand.
BAY WINDOW. A window that projects from the building facade or elevation that begins
on the ground floor and can extend to upper floors.
BLOCK FACE. The aggregate of all the building facades on one side of a block.
BLOCK LENGTH. The horizontal distance measured from one end of the block to the
other end along the same street. Typically measured from one right-of-way to another
right-of-way.
BLOCK PERIMETER. The aggregate of all sides of a block measured along the
adjacent streets.
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BLOCK SCALE, BUILDING. A building that is individually as large as a block or
individual buildings collectively arranged along a street to form a continuous facade
running the length of most or all of a block.
BUILDING AREA: Sometimes referred to as building footprint The area of a building
within its largest outside dimensions, computed on a horizontal plane at the first floor
level, exclusive of open porches, breezeways, terraces and exterior stairways.
BUILDING FACADE. The exterior wall of a building adiacent to a street. the front or side
along a private street, or civic space.
BUILDING FORM. The overall shape and dimensions of a buildina.
BUILDING FRONTAGE. The length of the design site line of any one premises parallel
to and along each street and/or open space which it borders.
BUILDING HEIGHT:
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1. General: The vertical distance from grade to the roofline. (See definitions of grade and
roofline.) City Clerk
imm2. In Form -Based Zones subject to Article 14-2H: The vertical distance between the ity° Iowa
point of elevation of the finished surface of the ground, paving. or sidewalk within the
area between the building and the streetside property line(s), or when the streetside
property line is more than five feet (5') from the building. between the building and a line
five feet (5') from the building, and the roofline. (See definition of roofline.) Grade shall
be calculated measuring the level of the surface of the ground at feast every 20' along
the entire frontage of the property.
BUILDING TYPE. A structure defined by its combination of configuration. disposition and
function.
CARSHARE PARKING SPACE. A parking space dedicated for use by a carshare
service.
CARSHARE SERVICE. A service that provides a network of motor vehicles available to
rent by members by reservation on an hourly basis. or in smaller intervals.
CEILING HEIGHT. UPPER FLOOR(S). The height from finished floor to finished ceiling
of primary rooms on the floor(s) above the ground floor. not including secondary rooms
includina. but not limited to: bathrooms. closets. utility rooms. and storage spaces.
CHAMFERED CORNER. An external wall of a buildina joinina two perpendicular exterior
walls, typically at a symmetrical, 45 degree angle creating a beveled edge to the building
rather than a 90 degree corner.
CIVIC. A term defining not-for-profit organizations that are dedicated to arts, culture.
education, religious activities, recreation. government. transit, and public parkins
facilities.
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CIVIC BUILDING. A structure operated by governmental or not-for-profit organizations
and limited to civic and related uses.
CIVIC SPACE. Open space that is accessible and dedicated for public use. Civic spaces
may be privately or publicly maintained.
CIVIC SPACE TYPE. One of the allowed types in Section 14-2H-5 (Civic Space Types
Standards) of this Article.
CORNER ELEMENT. A physical distinction in a buildina at the corner of two streets or a
street and public space. The physical distinction is from the around floor through the too
of the facade.
COURTYARD. An unroofed area that is completely or partially enclosed by walls or
buildings an at least two sides and often shared by multiple residential units'or rtar'�-
residential suites.
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DEPTH, GROUND -FLOOR SPACE. The distance from the street -facing facade to the
rear interior wall of the around -floor space available to an allowed use. City Clerk
Iowa City, Iowa
DESIGN SITE. A portion of land delineated on a preliminary plat and neighborhood plan
from others to accommodate no more than one primary building type (except as allowed
by Article 14-2H). A lot may have multiple design sites when each design site meets the
minimum width and depth required by the zone.
DESIGN SITE DEPTH. The horizontal distance between the front design site line and
rear design site line measured perpendicular to the front design site line.
DESIGN SITE LINE. The perimeter and geometry of a parcel of property demarcating
one design site from another.
DESIGN SITE LINE. FRONT. The design site line that abuts a civic space or
thoroughfare other than an alley and is the narrowest of the design site's sides.
DESIGN SITE WIDTH. The horizontal distance between the design site lines measured
parallel to the front design site Zine.
DIRECTOR. Director of Neighborhood and Development Services, or designee.
DWELLING, DUPLEX: A "two-family use", as defined in chapter 4. article A, "Use
Categories", of this title. Or as outlined in Sub -Section 14 -2H -6F (Duplex Side -by -Side)
or Sub -Section 14 -2H -6G (Duplex Stacked).
ENCROACHMENT, Any architectural feature, structure, or structural element that
breaks the plane of a vertical or horizontal regulatory limit extending into a setback. or
beyond the build -to -line into the public frontage. or above a height limit.
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FACADE. See Building Facade.
FACADE ZONE. The area between the minimum and maximum setback lines along the
front of a design site and along the side street of a corner design site where a specified
amount of the building facade is required to be placed.
FINISH LEVEL. GROUND FLOOR. Height difference between the finished floor on the
ground floor and the adjacent sidewalk. In the case of a terrace frontage that serves as
the public right-of-way, the floor finish level is the height of the walk above the adjacent
street. Standards for ground floor finish level for ground floor residential uses do not
apply to around floor lobbies and common areas in buildings.
FORM -BASED ZONES: Zones listed in Article 14-2H "Form -Based Zones and
Standards". It does not include Article 14-2G "Riverfront Crossings and Eastside Mixed
Use Districts Form Based Development Standards". Neighborhood Form -Based Zones
include the T3NE, T3NG. T4NS, and T4NM zones.
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FREE STANDING VVALL. A wall that is separate from a building and supported by
independent means. City Clerk
FRONT. See Design Site Line, Front.
lova City, Iowa
FRONTAGE. PRIVATE. The area between the building facade and the back of the
sidewalk abutting a street or public open space.
FRONTAGE, PUBLIC. The area between the on -street parking and the back of the
sidewalk.
FRONTAGE TYPE. Physical element(s) configured to connect the building facade to the
back of the sidewalk abutting a street or public open space.
GABLE. A vertical wall in the shape of a triangle formed between the cornice or eave
and the ridge of the roof.
GLAZING. Openings in a building in which glass is installed.
GROSS FLOOR AREA. The total floor area inside the building envelope. including the
external walls, but not including the roof.
HEIGHT. See "Building Height".
HOUSE SCALE, BUILDING. A building that is the size of a small -to -large house and
detached from other buildings, typically ranging from 24 feet to as large as 80 feet
overall, including secondary wings.
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LIVE/WORK. A unit that combines and accommodate both residential and the place of
business for the resident(s) of the unit. Typically characterized with having the "work"
function at the ground level and the "live" function on upper levels.
MAIN BODY. The primary massing of a main building.
MAIN FACADE. The front facade of a primary building.
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MASSING. The overall shape or arrangement of the bulk or volume of a building,
MISSING MIDDLE HOUSING. House -scale buildings with multiple units inl 'it�abie
neighborhoods.
OPEN SPACE, PRIVATE: Open space used by occupants of the dwelling unit or units
on one lot or design site. Such open space and any private recreational facilities located
therein are considered an accessory use to the principal use of the property_
ORIEL WINDOW (Syn Upper Story Bay Window). A window that projects from the
building facade or elevation, located on upper floors and may extend for multiple stories.
PARAPET. A wall along the edge of a roof or the portion of a wall that extends above the
roof line.
PARKING DRIVEWAY WIDTH. The horizontal measurement of an access driveway to a
parking area, beginning at the sidewalk, measured perpendicular to the direction of
travel.
PARKING. SHARED. Any parking spaces assigned to more than one user, where
different persons utilizing the spaces are unlikely to need the spaces at the same time of
day.
PLANTING STRIPS. A landscaped or grassy area located between a street and a
sidewalk.
PRIMARY BUILDING. The building that serves all activities related to the principal use
of the design site.
PUBLIC REALM. The combined area along the front and side street portions of design
sites, visible to the pedestrian, that is between the facades of buildings on both sides of
a thoroughfare or between the facades on one side of the thoroughfare and the edge of
the adjacent open or civic space.
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REAR. Opposite of front. City Clerk
REAR -LOADED (REAR ACCESS). R .esigt :sites that provide vehicular access from the
rear of the design site.
RECESSED ENTRY. An entrance to a building that is set back from the facade of the
building.
ROOFTOP ROOM. A room. with or without a roof. limited in size that is located on the
uppermost roof of certain house -scale buildings to provide views across a neighborhood
or the community. See Sub -Section 14 -2H -7F (Rooftop Room).
SETBACK. PARKING. The mandatory clear distance between a design site line and
parking.
SHOPFRONT BASE. A very low wall . that does not include plass, between the display
window(s) of a shopfront and the adjacent sidewalk.
STORY. HALF. A conditioned space that rests primarily underneath the slope of the
roof. usually having dormer windows. The half story is identified by the ".5" in the
description of maximum height (2.5). A half -story becomes a full story when its top wall
plates. on at least two apposite exterior walls. are four feet or more above the floor of
such story.
STREET, FRONT. Street located along the front design site line.
STREET FRONTAGE. PRINCIPAL. The horizontal area of a design site parallel to and
along the public riaht-of-wav which it borders and which is identified by an officially
assigned street address. On rectangular design sites at a street corner. the Principal
Street Frontage shall have the narrower width in comparison to the other street Frontage.
STREET. SIDE. Street located along a design site line that is not the front design site
line.
STREET TREE. A tree of any species or size planted in open spaces. parkways.
sidewalk areas, easements, and streets.
STRUCTURE, ACCESSORY BUILDING/USE. A building, structure. or use which:
a. Is subordinate to the principal use of the property and contributes to the comfort,
convenience or necessity of occupants, customers, or employees of the principle
use:
b. Is under the same ownership as the principal use or uses on the property:
c, Does not include structures, structural features. or activities inconsistent with the
uses to which they are accessory: and
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d. Except for off street parking located on a separate design site as approved through a
special exception, is located on the same design site as the principal use or uses to
which it is an accessory.
TANDEM PARKING. A parking space deep enough to allow two cars to park, one
behind the other.
TOWNHOUSE: Attached single-family dwellings containing not less than three (3) side
by side, attached dwelling units (townhouse units), with each dwelling unit being located
on a separate lot. Or as outlined in Sub -Section 14 -2H -6K (Townhouse).
UPPER FLOOR. A floor in a building containing habitable space that is located above
the ground floor.
WALKABLE NEIGHBORHOOD. Areas that are pedestrian -oriented in nature, with a
highly interconnected network of streets, where bicycling and walking are viable daily
options because services, shopping, or food uses are within a short walking distance of
most dwellings.
WALKABILITY. The condition when an area is highly interconnected to other areas and
appeals to pedestrians for recreational walking or for walking to work, transit, errands.
shopping, or restaurants.
WING. A structure physically attached to, and smaller in footprint and height to, the Main
Body of a building.
K. Amend Section 14-9C-1, Definitions, by adding the following underlined text and associated
images:
PORCHSIGN: A sign that is mounted on a porch parallel to the main facade.
pedestrian -scaled, and intended for viewing from the sidewalk.
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POSTSIGN: A sign that is mounted on a porch parallel to the main facade,
pedestrian -scaled, and intended for viewing from the sidewalk.
L. Amend Chapter 15-2, Plats and Platting Procedures, attached hereto and incorporated
herein by this reference.
M. Amend Chapter 15-3, Design Standards and Required Improvements, attached hereto and
incorporated herein by this reference.
Section II. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed.
Section HI. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to
be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a
whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.
Section IV. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and
publication.
Passed and approved this day of . 2021.
Mayor
Attest:
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Approved by
City Clerk City Attorney's Office
ARTICLE B. SIGN REGULATIONS
14-5B-8: SIGNS PERMITTED BY ZONE:
H: Sign Standards and Types for Form -Based Zones SEP 21 2021
1. Purpose: This Section ensures that all signs installed in Form-BaseckZones subject to
Article 14-2H are compatible with the intended physical character. ar d.iRr-aornpliance with all
applicable plans of the City. This Section promotes public health. safety, and welfare through
a comprehensive system of reasonable. effective. consistent, content -neutral. and
nondiscriminatory sign standards to:
a. Promote and accomplish the goals. policies. and actions of applicable City plans;
b. Balance public and private objectives by allowing adequate avenues for effective
messagingL
c. Improve pedestrian. bicycle. and traffic safety from injury or property damage caused by. or
which may be fully or partially attributed to. cluttered or distracting signage;
d. Prevent property damage. personal injury. and litter caused by signs that are improperly
constructed or poorly maintainedi
e. Protect property values, improve the local economy and quality of life by preserving and
enhancing the appearance of the streetscape; and
f. Provide clear and unambiguous sign standards that enable fair and consistent enforcement
of these sign standards.
2. The sign types established in this Section are intended to be viewed from the public right-
of-way and from outdoors in areas of public and private property used for public pedestrian
access.
3. Sign Types: Table 14 -5B -8H-1 (Sign Types Allowed in Form -Based Zones) establishes the
allowed sign types and standards for the identified zones. Any allowed sign type may be
established on any design site within the zone. subject to a Sign Permit in compliance with
Section 14-8B-9 (Sian Permit).
Table 14 -5B -8H-1: Sign Types Allowed in Form -Based Zones
Sign Type
Awning Sign
T3 T4 Sign Standards
NE NG NG -O
NS NS -O NM NM -O MS
P2 14 -5B -8C
P'
Canopy Sign
Directional Sign - - - - P2 14 -5B -8C
Masonry Wall Sign - - - _ - P2 14 -5B -8E
Monument Sign _ _ _ = - _ Not Applicable
Parch Sign = - P' P' - P' P- 2 14 -5B -8H -4a
Portable Sign P' P' P' P' P' P' P'' 14 -5B -8E
Post Sign = = P' _ P' = P' P' 14 -5B -8H -4b
Small Identification Sign = _ _ P' - P' P2 14 -5B -8B
Storefront Projecting Sign = _ _ _ P' P2 14 -5B -8C
Temporary Sign P' P' P' P' P- ' P' P' P2 14-5B-9
14 -5B -8C
Wall Mural Painted Sign
- -- - - - P2 14 -5B -8E
Window Sign
- - Pl P2 14 -5B -8E
1 Illumination shall be consistent with Section 14 -5B -4E (Illumination Requirements) and the applicable
provisions in Table 5B-1 (Sign Specifications And Provisions In Residential And The ID And OPD
Zones).
2 Illumination shall be consistent with Section 14-58-4E (Illumination Requirements) and the applicable
provisions in Table 58-2 (Sign Specifications And Provisions In The CO -1, CN -1, And MU Zones).
Key
P = Allowed with a Sign Permit - = Not Allowed
4. Certain sign types are only allowed in Form -Based Zones Those sign types and their
applicable standards are as follows.
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City Clerk
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a. Porch Sign
A sign that is mounted on a porch parallel to
the main facade, pedestrian -scaled. and
intended for viewing from the sidewalk.
Signable Area 6 sf max. total
Width 4' max. 0
Height 2' max. 0
Max 1 sign per building.
a. Mounted on a beam of other structure
parallel to the face of the building.
Clear Height 6' 8" min. 13
If located above a 8' min.
pedestrian walkway
General Note: Photos on this page are illustratii
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Width 4' max.
Height 3' max.
Overall Height 5' max.
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DEPARTMENT OF NEIGHBORHOOD AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
ADOPTED OCTOBER 20, 2015
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What is a
Form -Based Code?
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"A land development regulation that fosters predictable built
results and a high-quality public realm by using physical
form (rather than separation of uses) as the organizing
principle for the code...
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Certainty and Predictability
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physical form and character.
Is silent about walkable neighborhoods and centers.
• Uses blunt tools like Density + FAR, offering low
predictability.
• Constantly, needs high amount of negotiation to
determine eventual outcomes
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Future Land Use Map
Conventional Zoning
• A map that assigns the allowed uses and maximum height.
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Form -Based Coding
A map that assigns the code's zoning districts and various
standards to physical locations and individual parcels.
Identifies intended physical character and the zoning
needed to generate it.
Uncertain how much connectivity will Certain about how much connectivity
be achieved will be achieved
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Organizing Principle
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ancillary structures that
support Civic/Open Space
uses designed to minimally
impact the surrounding land
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Detached
Large Setbacks
Large Footprints
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Detached
Large Setbacks
Medium Footprints
T4
Detached/Attached
Medium Setbacks
Small/Medium Footprints
T5
Detached/Attached
Small Setbacks
Large Footprints
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Attached
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• Most Questions
• Most Review
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• Moderate level of Detail
• More Questions
• More Review
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• Higher level of Detail
• Less Questions
• Easier Processing and Review
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Housing
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House -Scale
buildings for
Neighborhoods of
varying intensities
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Housing
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Density = 29 units per acre
Case Study 1: Bungalows on the Lake at Prairie Queen
50 acres —742 Dwelling Units, Density (gross): 14.8 du/ac
Location: Papillion, Nebraska
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Case Study 1 Building Types:
Duplex, Fourplex, Multiplex Small & Large, Townhouse
OPTICOS
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Case Study 2: Northern South Park Neighborhood Plan
235 acres — 2,381 Dwelling Units, Density (gross): 10.13 du/ac
Location: Jackson, Wyoming
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Flexibility
Table 14 -2H -4E-1: Adjustments to Standards
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Allowed Ad usbnents
Design Site
Design Site Dimensions (Depth/Width)
Decrease in the minimum 1 The adjustment accommodates an existing
required or increase the feature including, but not limited, to a tree or
maximum allowed. utility, and
2 An existing or new design site can still be
developed in compliance with the standards of the
zone.
Up to 10% of the standard
Building Setbacks
Facade within Facade Zone
Reduction of the
minimum amount of facade
required within the facade
zone.
1 The adjustment accommodates an existing
feature including, but not limited, to a tree or
utility.
2 The proposed development is visually
compatible with adjacent development and the
intended physical character of the zone.
Up to 2096 of the standard
Building Footprint
Size of Main Body or
wing(s)
Increase in the allowed
length or width.
1 The adjustment accommodates an existing
feature including, but not limited, to a tree or
utility.
2 The wing(s) maintains the required 5' offset from
the main body.
3 The building complies with the setbacks of the
zone.
4 The proposed development is visually
compatible with adjacent development and the
intended physical character of the zone.
Up to 1096 of the standard
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1n compliance with Section 14-2H-70 (Affordable Housing Incentives).
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Parking Location'
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Reduction in the required
parking setback.
1 The adjustment accommodates an existing
feature including, but not limited, to a tree or
utility.
2 If accessed from the street the driveway
complies with the Form -Based Zone standards.
3 The ground floor space hs in compliance with the
Form -Based Zone standards.
Up to 1096 of the standard
Screening
Maximum Screening Height
Increase in the total height
of screens and the retaining
walls that they are mounted
on or attached to beyond 6
feet.
There will be little or no impact on the adjoining
1 properties or the surrounding neighborhood.
The height is necessary to achieve the objectives
of this Sub -Section or is required for health and
2 safety.
Up to 33% of the standard
Affordable Housing
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Additional Minor Adjustments
Select an additional minor
adjustment each for the two
sets of minor adjustments for
affordable housing described
above.
The adjustment is in a building that contains
Affordable Housing units.z
The adjustment fits the characteristics of the site
and the surrounding neighborhood.
The adjustment is consistent with the intent of
the standard being adjusted and the goals of the
Comprehensive and Distad Plans.
The adjustment is in a building that contains
Affordable Housing units?
The adjustment fits the characteristics of the site
and the surrounding neighborhood.
The adjustment is consistent with the intent of
the standard being adjusted and the goals of the
Comprehensive and District Plans.
The Affordable Housing units are income
restricted to households making 5096 or less of the
Area Median Income.z
Building type design site depth
may be adjusted by up 15,3 or
Building type design site width
may be adjusted by up to 1516; or
Minimum amount of facade
required within the facade zone
may be reduced by up to 2096.
Building main body and wing
standards may be adjusted by up
to 1596; or
Maximum Building Height may
be increased by up to 0.5 stories.
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each of the minor adjustments
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410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
(319) 356-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
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410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
(319) 356-5000
(3I9) 356-5009 FAX
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City of Iowa City
City Council
Work Session
OCTOBER 5, 2021
Project Framework
Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the South
District Plan (CPA21-0001)
New goals & objectives
New land use descriptions & new future land
use map
Needed to allow missing middle housing and options for
neighborhood commercial
Zoning Code Amendment -
Standards (REZ21-0005)
New form -based zones
Form -Based Zones and
New development standards
Project Goals
Implement the comprehensive
plan vision
Areas that are safe for
pedestrians and encourage
walking
Preservation of important
environmental resources
Highly interconnected network
of streets and paths
Allow for a variety of housing
types and price -points
Application in other
greenfield/undeveloped areas
of the city
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2015 — South District Plan
Plan recommended a form -based code to:
Manage new development
Ensure a mix of housing
Encourage compact and connected
neighborhoods
2017 — Phase 1: Project Direction Report
Assessed the feasibility of implementing
a FBC
Stakeholder interviews, a community
workshop, and visual preference
exercises
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South District Plan
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Planning Process
Phase 1: Public Input from 2017 Community Workshop
Need for small, neighborhood centers
Create strong network of trails, parks
Need housing options, including missing middle housing
Need better street connectivity
Need traffic calming
Need environment for aging in place
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Planning Process
2019 — Phase 2: Code Work
City Council directed staff to execute a
contract with Opticos
Implement 2017 workshop direction and
South District Plan
Prepare Residential Market Study
Prepare draft code
Work with city staff on code training
Prepare approach options for land use
map/regulating plan
2019 — Release of Initial Draft Code
2020 — Additional Outreach and Code Revisions
2021— Release of Revised Draft Code
Planning Process
Group
Date
Approx.
Attendance
Focus Group Meetings (Local Builders & Development April 2019
Community; Community Members; Property Owners; Realtors &
Lenders; Architects; Affordable Housing Advocates)
25
Residential Market Analysis Presentation to Property Owners
and Development Community
July 2019
15
Community Meeting on Initial Draft Code
Nov 2019
30
Developer and Land Owner Meeting on Initial Draft Code
Nov 2019
18
Iowa City Community School District
Dec 2019
5
Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition
Nov 2019
June 2020
5
Private Utility Companies
Jan 2020
5
Johnson County Livable Communities Housing Action Team
Jan 2020
8
City Council Joint meeting w/ ICCSD Board
Feb 2020
10
Individual Meetings with Property Owners on Draft Zones
Feb 2020
4
Developer and Property Owner Meeting on Draft Zones
Feb 2020
10
Home Builders Association
June 2020
5
Meetings with Land Owners
Ongoing
Draft Code Review Meetings (Neighborhood Groups, Realtors,
Landowners, etc.)
Ongoing
Planning Process
Phase 2: Public Input
Developers and Land Owners:
Development process is lengthy
and uncertain
If new process is more
predictable, more regulation
would be acceptable
Concern that market doesn't
support Missing Middle Housing
Need more, affordable housing
choices
Some concerns with single -loaded
street along green spaces
Community:
Keep open space as an amenity
Concern about adjacency with
existing neighborhoods
Quality housing and
neighborhood are expected
Affordable housing is needed
Accessibility is needed
Revisions Incorporated Based
on Public Input
Housing Affordability
Incorporated regulatory incentives for
voluntary affordable housing
Housing Accessibility
Incorporated changes to the frontage types
to ensure options for at -grade entries
Future Land Use Map changes:
T3 along golf course
More T4 designations near:
Single -loaded streets
Along major corridors (McCollister Blvd)
Use Standards
Allow liquor stores only by special
exception
Limit operating hours for non-residential
uses in some areas
Land Development Process
Proposed amendments do not change the zoning map
Create a more detailed comprehensive plan Future Land Use Map
Land owners and neighbors alike want more certainty
Comprehensive plan Future Land Use Map:
Is detailed, but conceptual
Provides some flexibility
Intended to increase certain in the land development process
The proposed Amendments will still require the following:
Annexation (potentially)
Rezone to Form -Based Zones
Subdivision
Justification for Amendment
Current zoning code provides limited flexibility
Tends to lead to development separated and limited mixing of land uses
Flexibility requires OPD rezoning
Code allows ADUs and duplexes on corner lots in single-family zones, but that has
not resulted in a mix of housing types
Zoning regulations have historically been used to segregate communities
Minimum lot sizes
Exclusive single-family zoning
City's current zoning
81% of the residential land in Iowa City is zoned for single-family
Conventional zoning results in auto -oriented development pattern
Residents rely on cars
More land area is consumed
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Justification for Amendment
How the new code can help:
Allows a wider a variety of housing types; providing more housing options and
price -points
Includes lot size maximums
Requires a mix of building types by block (cannot build all single-family)
Includes regulatory incentives for affordable housing
Ensures a highly interconnected street network to encourage walking
Creates neighborhood nodes (e.g. open space areas or small commercial centers)
Slightly reduces parking standards
Ensures more compact development
City of Iowa City
City Council
Formal Meeting
OCTOBER 5, 2021
Item 8.a: Comprehensive Plan
Amendment—South District
CPA21-00001
Resolution to amend the South District Plan, a part of Iowa City's
Comprehensive Plan, to facilitate development that follows form -based
principles. (CPA21-0001)
Background
The South District Plan, adopted
in 2015, includes a lot of
undeveloped land
The Plan recommended a form -
based code (FBC) for the area to:
Manage new development
Ensure a mix of housing at
compatible scale
Encourage compact and
connected neighborhoods
Since January 2019, the City has
worked with Opticos Design to
develop a form -based code
Staff has determined that
amendments to the South District
Plan are necessary before the
City could consider adoption of
the FBC
Group
Planning Process
Focus Group Meetings (Local Builders & Development Community; April 2019
Community Members: Property Owners; Realtors & Lenders; Architects;
Affordable Housing Advocates)
Approx.
Attendance
25
Residential Market Analysis Presentation to Property Owners and July 2019 15
Development Community
Community Meeting on Initial Draft Code
Developer and Land Owner Meeting on Initial Draft Code
Iowa City Community School District
Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition
Nov 2019 30
Nov 2019 18
Dec 2019 5
Nov 2019 5
June 2020
Private Utility Companies
Jan 2020
Johnson County Livable Communities Housing Action Team Jan 2020 8
City Council Joint meeting w/ ICCSD Board Feb 2020 10
Individual Meetings with Property Owners on Draft Zones Feb 2020 4
Developer and Property Owner Meeting on Draft Zones Feb 2020 10
Home Builders Association June 2020 5
Meetings with Land Owners Ongoing
Draft Code Review Meetings (Neighborhood Groups, Realtors, Ongoing
Landowners, etc.)
Project Goals
Implement the comprehensive
plan vision
Areas that are safe for
pedestrians and encourage
walking
Preservation of important
environmental resources
Highly interconnected network
of streets and paths
Allow for a variety of housing
types and price -points
Application in other
greenfield/undeveloped areas
of the city
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commercial
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Amendment
South District Plan:
New context
New goals &
objectives
New land use
descriptions &
new future land
use map
Allow missing middle
housing types and
options for
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Input for Form -Based Code Process
Context regarding Native peoples, the
implications of past planning practices, and
more recent sustainability and equity initiatives
Development since the 2015 plan was adopted
Generalize some language (housing,
transportation, commercial areas)
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Form -Based Codes
New chapter
Discusses what are form -based codes are
Discusses how they depart from current zoning
standards (e.g. does not regulate density)
Clarifies implementation in the South District
Goals & Objectives
HOUSING: NEW GOAL & OBJECTIVE
GOAL 3: Provide a diversity of housing in the South District, including a range of housing
types, densities, and price points, to help improve equity and sustainability.
• Adopt a form -based code for the South District that encourages a diversity of housing
types, densities, and price points.
STREETS, TRAILS, SIDEWALKS: NEW OBJECTIVE
GOAL 4: Maximize walkability and connectivity in all neighborhoods, especially those east
of the Greenway.
• Adopt a form -based code that promotes walkable neighborhoods and encourages the
ruse of alternative modes of transportation and reduces car dependence.
COMMERCIAL AREAS: NE OBJECTIVE
GOAL 4: Support development and redevelopment of areas identified as commercial in
the future land use maps, ensuring that commercial areas and uses contribute to the
long-term vitality and appeal of adjacent neighborhoods.
• Adopt a form -based code that provides for a compatible mix of non-residential uses,
• including commercial nodes that serve the needs of the neighborhood.
Low Medium Density Residential
III tow -Medium Density Mixed Residential
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Low -Medium Density Mixed Residential
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Adjust / rotate blocks
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Code clarifies appropriate modifications — sensitive features, increased
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— Form -based Zones and Standards
REZ21-0005
Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code and Title 15, Land
Subdivision, to create form -based zones and standards consistent with
the South District Plan. (REZ21-0005) (First Consideration)
Title 14:
Form -Based Zones 84 Standards
Evolution of current standards
Utilizes existing processes
Modifies certain standards to achieve goals (i.e. parking)
Takes current standards further (i.e. thoroughfare types)
Incorporates new concepts
Design Sites: piece of land that accommodates one primary
building type (lots may have multiple design sites)
Civic space types
Seeks to strike balance between certainty and flexibility
Future Land Use Map
Standards for rezonings
Major changes will be highlighted throughout
Form -Based Zones
Building/Frontage types
Dimensional Standards:
Regulates by building types
Min. and max. lot sizes
Zones include building height
limit in stories and feet
Parking
Must be setback from front
building facade
Min. parking has been
reduced slightly (mostly
non-residential)
New approach to
landscaping
Sub -zones
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Not tied to use
Building size and massing
Max. body and wing sizes
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Private open space
Min. required per lot
Reduced in exchange for civic space
Carriage House
Accessory Building Type (+1 DU
Visual interest
Building types: massing and required mix
Frontage types: required mix
Architectural elements
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Architectural Recessions
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Civic Space
Public or private open space dedicated for public use
Built into the future land use map and neighborhood plan
Classified by type (range from natural to urban)
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6-20' sidewalks
Some have bike lanes, medians, parking
Neighborhood Streets
Parking on 1 or 2 sides
70' ROW + street trees every 30'
5' sidewalks
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Affordable Housing Incentives
Eligibility
Supplements mandatory
annexation requirement
On-site affordable housing
Additional bonuses if voluntary
Renter -occupied housing
<60% Area Median Income (AMI)
Fair market (or LIHTC) rent limit
20 -year compliance
Owner -occupied housing
<80% Area Median Income (AMI)
HUD sales price limit (+ fees)
20 -year compliance
Parking Reduction
• No minimum parking for affordable units
Density Bonus
• 25% increase to building type units
Zoning Standard Adjustment
• 15' decrease to design site depth
• 15% decrease to design site width
• 20% decrease to area in facade zone
Additional adjustment if restricted to <50% AMI
Building Type Standard Adjustment
• 15% increase to building width
• 0.5 story increase to building height
Additional adjustment if restricted to <50% AMI
Title 15 Changes
(Land Subdivision)
Process
Including relevant items in preliminary plats
(building types, civic space types, and thoroughfare types)
Submittal of a Neighborhood Plan with final plat
New block size standards ensure a highly connected street network
Development must comply with Comprehensive Plan thoroughfare map
Fable 15-3-4A-1: Mock
Size Standards
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800' max_
1,600' max.
2..2W max.
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600' max_
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360' max.
600' max_
1,440' max.
1,950' max.
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360' max.
500' max_
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1,750' max.
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Benefits of Form -Based Zones
The topic: •
Social Justice & Equity
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standards:
Conventional, low-density
zoning indirectly leads to racial/
class segregation
• Exclusionary practices (single-
family only zones, large min. lot
sizes, etc.) can contribute to
segregation
• —81% of residential land in the
City is zoned single-family
(over half of that is low density)
• Can be challenging to zone land
for higher density/multi-family
...help to diversify housing choices
which mitigates a barrier to
affordable housing options
Climate Action & Adaptatiol
Conventional, low-density
zoning contributes to higher
greenhouse gas emissions
• Difficult to navigate by anything
other than a car
• Reinforces auto -oriented
development and increases
traffic congestion
• Higher parking minimums
assume car -ownership and
increase price
...help to encourage compact
neighborhoods that are easily
traversed by foot, bike, and bus
Consistency with Plans
Ensure a mix of housing types within each
neighborhood
Promote walkable neighborhoods that encourage
alternative modes of transportation
Plan for commercial development in defined
commercial nodes
0... , Preserves open space and environmentally
*Id sensitive areas
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Planning & Zoning
Commission Recommendation
The Commission recommended approval of:
Item 8.a.
CPA21-0001. A proposed amendment to the South District
Plan to facilitate development that follows form -based
principles in the South District of Iowa City
Item 8.b.
REZ21-0005. A Zoning Code amendment to adopt form -
based standards for new development in areas of Iowa City
as identified in Comprehensive and District Plans
STAFF PRESENTATION CONCLUDED
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
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Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
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