ZBA grapples with townhouse definition and density rules for R-6 site
Board members debated whether the existing five-unit structure counts as 'townhouses' under the code and reviewed lot-area and floor-area-ratio standards before concluding the R‑6 zone allows townhouse and multifamily variations; planning staff cited lot-area-per-dwelling rules.
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Board members and staff probed the zoning code's use of the term "townhouse" and whether the existing converted mansion's five units should be counted when applying the "townhouses per acre" limit. The discussion drew on code citations, the bulk table submitted by the applicant, and a city code section (5.75-27) addressing lot area per dwelling unit.
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