16-1717 UDC Text Amendment MCC Title 11, Section 3ADA COUNTY RECORDER Christopher D. Rich 2017-001718
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CITY OF MERIDIAN, IDAHO NO FEE
CITY OF MERIDIAN ORDINANCE NO. 16- M7
IVY THE CITY COUNCIL: BIRD, BORTON, CAVENER,
MILAM, PALMER, LITTLE ROBERTS
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MERIDIAN CITY CODE AS CODIFIED AT TITLE 11,
SECTION 3 ENTITLED THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, OF THE MERIDIAN
CITY CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR A WAIVER OF THE READING RULES; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Unified Development Code is the official zoning ordinance for the City of
Meridian and provides an opportunity to better support the Comprehensive Plan and provide a tool
that is relevant and contemporary to the needs of the City; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Meridian deems it to be in the best interest of
the health, safety and welfare of its citizens to incorporate changes to the Unified Development
Code within the City of Meridian.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MERIDIAN, IDAHO:
Section 1. That Meridian City Code Sectionll-IA-1, Unified Development Code, be
amended impart by adding the following definitions:
1-1A-1: DEFINITIONS:
City Core: The area bordered on the north by E. Carlton Avenue, on the south by E. Ada
Street, on the west by N. Meridian Road, and on the east by NE Third Street. The City
Core includes abutting properties on both sides of the street.
Double Fencing: Two fences as defined in this title that parallels each other along an
abutting common property line.
Interior common open space: Open space as defined in this title located internal to a
development; exclusive of open space on the perimeter of a development.
Stormwater Facilities, Green: A stormwater facility designed in accord with ACHD's
Drainage and Stormwater Management Policy Manual that enhances and/or mimics
the natural hydrologic cycle processes of infiltration, evapotranspiration and reuse.
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Streetscape:
A. The visual character along a roadway created by the combined use of elements
such as building facades, landscaping, trees, open space paving, plantings, sidewalks,
lighting, signs and furniture.
B. In the City Core, that portion of right of way adiacent to the roadway, between the
back of the curb and face of building, including use zone, clear zone, and street
furnishing zone.
Section 2. That Meridian City Code Sectionll-2A-1, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
The purpose of the residential districts is to provide for a range of housing
opportunities consistent with the Meridian comprehensive plan. Residential districts
are distinguished by the a"AWAF-R-We deRsity of dwelliFig wRits per -ae-re' dimensional
standards of the corresponding zone and GGFFespendi housing types that can be
accommodated W*t-WR t-hP-. &RSity Fange. Residential land uses are also allowed within
the 0-T, TN -C, and TN -R districts as set forth in article D of this chapter.
Section 3. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1-2A-4, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
Thp m;;wom-
gFOSs density allewed s twe (.2) dwellings peFaere. Dimensional
standards for development in the R-2 residential district shall be as follows:
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Section 4. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1-2A-5, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
The MR -14M. -UM gF9SS density allewed 6 f9UF (4) dwellings peF aGFe. Dimensional
standards for development in the R-4 residential district shall be as follows:
Section 5. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1-2A-6, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
ThP_ M.-Ami.m.-UM gFeSS deRsity a! ewed is eight (8) dwellings peFaere. Dimensional
standards for development in the R-8 residential district shall be as follows:
Section 6. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1-2A-7, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
The- FRawiffiWA gFeSS density a! 9wed is fif4een (152) dwelliAgS peF affe. Dimensional
standards for development in the R-15 residential district shall be as follows:
Section 7. That Meridian City Code Sectioril 1-2A-8, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
The maximum gFess deRsity allewed is feny (40) dwelliRgs peF aGFe. Dimensional
standards for development in the R-40 residential district shall be as follows:
Section 8. That Meridian City Code Sectionll-213-1, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
C. Traditional Neighborhood Residential District (TN -R): The purpose of the TN -R district is
to provide for a variety of residential land uses including attached and detached single-
family residential, duplex, townhouse, and multi -family. A TN -R district includes open
spaces and promotes pedestrian activity through well designed and varied streetscapes
that also provide for the safe and efficient movement of vehicular traffic. Most dwelling
units should be accessed from alleys. The- MQw 0 Em. --- F n density e f the TNI R .-i--+.r4 e. t it f i f t e
(15) „R }C peF arzFe. The minimum density is eight (9) six (6), units per acre. Density
should decrease away from the center and closer to conventional residential districts.
The TN -R district should be generally located adjacent to a TN -C district, along a transit
corridor, or within a mixed use neighborhood. For the purposes of this title, the term
residential district shall also include the traditional neighborhood residential district.
Section 9. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1-2D-4, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
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D. Streetscape Improvements: Streetscape improvements within the City Core aFea
beunded by GaF teR AveRue, East T-hiFd StFeet, Ada;StFeet, ;;Rd AAPr*di;4R Rp;;d
shall be
designed in accord with the "City Of Meridian Public Works Design Standards Manual".
E. Residential to commercial conversions within Old Town shall COMDIV with the
F. When proposed as part of a development, public and other urban open spaces shall have
sufficient pedestrian access and be integrated into the overall site design.
Section 10. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1 -2D -5D, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
D. Minimum contiguous district size is six (6) acres; or two (2) acres when adjacent to property
with a mixed-use future land use designation.
Section 11. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1 -2D -6A, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
Dimensional Standards TN -R,
Minimum density (dwelling units per acre) 96 net
Maximum density
Minimum front setback:
7 For alley accessed properties' (in feet)
For street accessed properties' (in feet) 20 to garage
10�8 to living area
Minimum rear setback:
For alley accessed properties' (in feet)
For street accessed properties' (in feet)
Minimum side setback (in feet):
Property lines adjoining unattached walls
F
Property lines adjoining attached wa IIS2
'r
Minimum side street setback' (in feet): I
12
53
A
Alley 1 I85
Localstreet 1 10�5
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Collector (for alley accessed propertieS)3,4
Collector (for street accessed properties) 1,5
X11:86 parkway with class 11 trees and 5 foot
sidewalk
2018:96 parkway with class 11 trees and 5 foot
sidewalk
Street landscape buffer (in feet): I I
Alley 57 except feF paFI1
Loca 13 F 8 parkway with class 11 trees
-
Collector (for alley accessed properties)3,4 13: 8 parkway with class 11 trees and 5 foot sidewalk
Collector (for street accessed propertieS)3,5 [20. 8 parkway with class 11 trees and 5 foot sidewalk]
Arterial 25
Entryway corridor [35
Interstate 5o
Maximum height to eave providing roof access (in 30
feet) I
Maximum building height (in feet)
40
Notes:
1. Measured from back of sidewalk and/or alley right of way as applicable.
2. On any given property, there shall be no more than 2 property lines that have 0 foot setbacks.
3. Measured from back of curb.
4. These are standards for properties where the front yard of the property adjoins the street landscape buffer
and the units take access from an alley.
5. These are standards for properties where the rear or side yard of the property adjoins the street landscape
buffer.
6. A reduction to the width of the buffer may be requested as set forth in subsection 11-313-7C1c of this title.
Section 12. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1 -2D -6C, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
C. Housing Unit Allocation: In the TN -R district, a minimum of two (2) housing types,
including, but not limited to, single-family dwellings with attached garages, single-
family dwellines with detached varaees. sinizie-family dwellines with allev loaded
garages, single- family dwellings with alley loaded garages facing a mew, townhouses,
and multi -family dwellings, shall be required on any subdivision submittal or planned
unit development application.
Section 13. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1-3A-6, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
DITCHES, LATERALS, CANALS OR DRAINAGE COURSES:
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AB. Piping:
1. Natural waterways intersecting, crossing, or lying within the area being developed
shall remain as a natural amenity and shall not be piped or otherwise covered. See
also subsection 131 of this section.
2. Irrigation ditches, laterals, canals, and drains may be left open when used as a water'
amenity or linear open space. See also subsection 132 of this section.
3. Except as allowed above, all other irrigation ditches, laterals or canals, intersecting,
crossing or lying within the area being developed, shall be piped, or otherwise
covered. This requirement does not apply to property with only an irrigation
easement where the actual drainage facility is located on an adjoining property.
a. The city council may waive the requirement for covering such ditch, lateral, canal,
or drain, if it finds that the public purpose requiring such will not be served and
public safety can be preserved.
b. The city council may also waive this requirement for large capacity facilities.
-9C. Fencing:
1. Fencing along all natural waterways shall not prevent access to the waterway. In
limited circumstances and in the interest of public safety, larger open water systems
may require fencing as determined by the city council, director and/or public works
director.
2. Ditches, laterals, canals, and drains do not require fencing if it can be demonstrated
by applicant to the satisfaction of the director that said ditch, lateral, canal, or
drain serves as or will be improved as a part of the development, to be a water
amenity. Construction drawings and relevant calculations prepared by a qualified
licensed professional registered in the state of Idaho shall be submitted to both the
director and the authorized representative of the wager facility for approval. (Ord.
05-1170, 8-30-2005, eff. 9-15-2005)
3. Except as allowed above, all other open irrigation ditches, laterals, canals, and drains
shall be fenced with an open vision fence at least six feet (6') in height and having an
11 -gauge, two inch (2") mesh or other construction, equivalent in ability to deter
access to said ditch, lateral, canal or drain, which fence shall be securely fastened at
its base at all places where any part of said lands or areas being subdivided touches
either or both sides of said ditch, lateral, canal, or drain. (Ord. 05-1170, 8-30-2005,
eff. 9-15-2005; amd. Ord. 06-1241, 7-5-2006, eff. 7-15-2006)
ED. Easements: In residential districts, irrigation easements wider than ten feet (10') shall
be included in a common lot that is a minimum of twenty feet (20') wide and outside
of a fenced area, unless modified by city council at a public hearing with notice to
surrounding property owners.
8E. Impeding Movement Of Water Prohibited; For any irrigation or drainage ditch not
within the jurisdiction of an irrigation or drainage district, piping shall not impede the
movement of the amount of water crossing the property prior to development or the
amount of water delivered to downstream properties.
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€F. Natural Drainage Courses: All natural drainage courses shall be Left undisturbed or be
improved in a manner that will improve the hydraulics and ease of maintenance of the
channel. Relocation of natural swales is acceptable if the hydraulics and ease of
maintenance are provided for. The term "natural drainage course" shall not be
deemed to apply to minor swales and depressions that are located entirely on the
applicant's property and which serve a relatively small area where runoff is infrequent.
Section 14. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1-3A-7A.7b(4), Unified Development Code,;
be amended as follows:
7. Regulations for fences abutting pathways and common open space lots are set forth
below. These regulations are intended to assist in the implementation of CPTED (crime
prevention through environmental design) strategies to reduce the incidence of crime
and improve the quality of life. See figure 1 of this section.
a. The developer is responsible for constructing fences abutting pathways and
common open space lots to distinguish common from private areas.
b. Fences abutting all pathways, and common open space lots not entirely visible
from a public street shall be:
(1) An open vision or semiprivate fence up to six feet (6') in height, as it provides
visibility from adjacent homes or buildings;
(2) A closed vision fence up to six feet (6) in height may be allowed if the lot
connects directly to a public school or a park;^- es Ret ^x^^^ is no more than
two 2 ene lots deep or a maximum of 250 feet, and is fully visible from a
public street; or
(3) If closed vision fencing is used, it shall not exceed four feet (4') in height. An
additional two feet (2`) in height of open vision fencing may be provided to
the top section of the fence.
(4) Double fencing shall be prohibited.
c. Other fences located within the rear or side yard shall be set back a minimum of
eight feet (8') from the property line. Within the rear yard other fences shall not
exceed fifty percent (50%) of the property width.
d. These restrictions are intended to apply to fencing along interior common open
space lots and pathways that are not entirely visible from a public street.
Section 15. That Meridian City Code Sectionll-3A-8H, Unified Development Code, be
deleted as follows:
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Section 16. That Meridian City Code Section I 1 -3A -19A.2 and 3, Unified Development
Code, be amended as follows:
SITE AND STRUCTURE DESIGN STANDARDS':
A. Purpose:
1. Encourage site design that provides an interconnected network of walkways, pathways,
streets, and/or drive aisles that combined promote pedestrian and vehicular mobility
within the development and connect to adjacent developments.
AB. Minimum Standards: The following minimum standards shall apply in addition to the
detailed guidelines as set forth in the "City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual"
1. Architectural Character: Buildings shall be designed in accord with the "City Of Meridian
Architectural Standards Manual".
2. Site Design:
a. Extend or improve streets, drive -aisles, cross access easements or similar vehicular
and pedestrian connections provided from adjacent properties.
b. For lots with frontage on a public street, a minimum of 40 percent of the buildable
frontage of the property shall be occupied by building facades and/or public space.
Within mixed use areas, and for large multi -building developments, buildings may be
placed away from roadways if a minimum of 30 percent of the buildable frontage is
occupied by building facades and/or public space.
-23. Parking lots:
a. For properties greater than two (2) acres in size, no more than fifty percent (50%) of
the total off street parking area for the site shall be located between building facades
and abutting streets.
b. For properties two (2) acres or less in size, a maximum of a single drive aisle with
parking on one or both sides shall be allowed between the building facades and
abutting streets. All other off street parking areas shall not be located between the
building facades and abutting streets.
c. The design and layout of internal site parking shall avoid long straight unbroken
parking aisles; provide crossing drive aisles for internal circulation at approximately
150 -foot intervals, or provide parking that is perpendicular to the building.
d. Where on -street parking is provided or where vehicle circulation is directed in front of
building entries, integrate traffic calming strategies and techniques, such as landscape
islands, bulb -outs, and/or detailed crosswalks, to increase safety and enhance the
development character.
e. In the Traditional Neighborhood districts parking shall be primarily located behind or
to the side of buildings and public spaces, away from block corners and roadways.
f. When parking and drive-throughs cannot comply with the standards above, they shall
be screened by berms, landscaping, walls, architectural elements, or a combination of
these elements to produce an appropriate buffer adjacent to public spaces and
roadways.
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-34. Pedestrian Walkways:
a. A continuous internal pedestrian walkway that is a minimum of five feet (5') in width
shall be provided from the perimeter sidewalk to the main building entrance(s) for
nonresidential uses. The walkway width shall be maintained clear of any obstructions,
such as vehicles, outdoor sale displays, vending machines, or temporary structures.
b. The internal pedestrian walkway shall be distinguished from the vehicular driving
surfaces through the use of pavers, colored or scored concrete, or bricks.
c. Unobstructed walkways at least five feet (5') in width shall be provided for any aisle
length that is greater than one hundred fifty (150) parking spaces or two hundred
feet (200') away from the primary building entrance(s).
d. The walkways shall have weather protection (including, but not limited to an awning
or arcade) within twenty feet (20') of all customer entrances.
C. Alternative Compliance: If: 1) the locationofexisting buildings or structures prevents
conformance with the standards of this section, or 2) strict adherence to such standards
would create inconsistency in the design objectives of the proposed development, the
director may consider an alternative design proposal through the alternative compliance
provisions as set forth in section 11-513-5 of this title. The director may approve, or
recommend approval of, such an alternative compliance proposal when the overall design,
as proposed by the applicant, meets or exceeds the intent and the requirements of this
section and is not detrimental to public health, safety, and welfare. (Ord. 16-1672, 2-16-
2016)
Section 17. That Meridian City Code Sectionll-3B-1B, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
B. The City of Meridian recognizes that landscaping can be a significant expense to
business people and residents. At the same time, landscaping improves the livability of
residential neighborhoods, enhances the appearance and customer attraction of
commercial areas, increases property values, improves the compatibility of adjacent
uses, screens undesirable views, and can reduce air, water and noise pollution.
Section 18. That Meridian City Code S`ectionll-3B-5H, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
H. Mulching: Mulch shall be used in all required planting areas. Approved mulches may be
organic, such as bark or soil aid, or they may include rock products, such as "permabark"
or similar products. Use of mulch, organic or rock, as the only ground cover in required
planting areas is prohibited. Pea gravel, drain rock, road base gravel, and similar
products shall not be used as mulch. All mulch shall be contained by a curb or other
edging material to contain the mulch and prevent it from migrating to adjacent surfaces.
If rock mulch is used, a weed barrier fabric shall be used beneath the rock. Impermeable
plastic weed barriers are prohibited because they restrict water and oxygen to the
plants. Within stormwater facilities, mulch may not float.
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Section 19. That Meridian. City Code Sectionl 1 -3B -6D, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
D. Nonpotable Water: Use of nonpotable irrigation and/or reuse water is required when
determined to be available by the city public works department as set forth in section 9
1-28, "Pressurized Irrigation System", of this coder reuse water may not be used for
stormwater facilities. Water availability during the fall and spring seasons is also
required by connecting to city potable water, city reuse water, and/or an on-site well as
a secondary source. An exception may be approved for water conserving designs as set
forth in subsection 11-313-50 of this article. In such cases, the requirement for a
secondary source may be waived by the director. If city potable water is used, a
separate water meter is required.
Section 20. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1-313-7C.8, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
8. Stormwater Detention: Stormwater swales and other green stormwater facilities may be
incorporated into the buffer in accord with section 11-313-11 of this article. Other
stormwater detention and retention facilities shall not be permitted in the street buffer,
except along 1-84.
Section 21. That Meridian City Code S'ectionll-3B-I1, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
A. Purpose;: The regulations of this section are intended to improve water quality and
provide a natural, effective form of flood and water pollution control through the
integration of vegetated, well designed stormwater filtration swales and other green
stormwater facilities into required landscape areas, where topography and hydrologic
features allow.
B. Applicability: The standards for stormwater integration shall apply to all subdivisions,
site improvements and ACRD stormwater facilities. ACHD stormwater policy shall
supersede City requirements for stormwater facilities, except that facilities counting
towards open space requirements must also meet or exceed City requirements.
C. Standards:
1. Stormwater swales incorporated into required landscape areas shall be vegetated
with grass or other appropriate plant materials. Such swales shall also be designed to
accommodate the required number of trees as per section 11-313-7 of this article if
located in a street buffer or other required landscape area.
2. A rock sump may be incorporated into a vegetated swale to facilitate drainage,. The
rock sump inlet may not exceed more than five feet (5') in any horizontal dimension.
i=ra#r-c fer'rand./g Feease inteFG epteFs may also beivi-r,rrr`rn+es cl hit the iv51�+
,
stFuGtu Fes may Rat reuse ee rl twee feet (2') ire anee h eri;eenta mi -An
3. Gravel, rock, sand, or cobble stormwater facilities are not permitted on the surface
of required landscape areas, unless designed as a dry creek bed or other design
feature.
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4. Plant materials shall be a species that are able to withstand the anticipated changes
in soil wetness and moisture levels.
5. Organic mulch shall not be used against drainage catch basins because of potential
sediment clogging.
6. Slopes shall be less than or equal to three to one (3:1) (horizontal:vertical) for
accessibility and maintenance.
7. The stormwater facility shall be designed free draining with no standing water within
twenty fouf forty eight (2-4 48) hours of the completion of a storm event.
Section 22. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1-3D-8G.4b, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows
b. The maximum height of any freestanding sign shall not exceed eight feet (8').; exeept
walkway,whp-re a frPeestanding sign is within fifteen feet ef a pedeStFian
sidewalk, andeF pathway 9F publie ,
the height ef the sigR shall be te- Six feet (6') ta
Section 23. That Meridian City Code Sectionll-3G3D.3, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
3. Common open space and site amenities &held shall be located in areas of high visibility
(i.e., along streets, where doors and windows overlook public areas, etc.) to avoid
hidden areas and corners, dark areas, unusable space and reduce the opportunity for
crime.
Section 24, That Meridian City Code Sectionll-5B-113, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
B. Applicability: These provisions apply to all requests for permits that involve new building
construction, building additions, exterior site alterations and/or the establishment of a
new use. These provisions do not apply to interior building improvements where the
footprint of the existing structure is not enlarged or to exterior building; alterations,
including, but not limited to: the addition, removal, or modification of architectural
elements, such as doors, windows, awnings, and arcades; building remodels where all or
a portion of a structure is modified, including entrances, facades, and rooflines; a change
in exterior materials and/or color scheme; or any other alteration that modifies the
exterior appearance of the building. These provisions do not apply to single-family
detached, single-family attached and townhome dwellings and/or secondary dwellings.
Section 25. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1 -5B -3C.3, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
3. lf-the aAnnexation and or rezone g requests +& are not accompanied by a play
conditional use permit; or planned unit development, the applicant shall provide a
conceptual development plan that depicts streets, site access peiRts, internal circulation
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Patterns, connectivity
to adjacent properties,
Common open space and site amenity requirements
-Ad
parking, a_general location of buildings,
Pedestrian walkways
and public or
private
open space, -unless the eity
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n em. -
£i
r11 -2C-3
Section 26. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1-5B-5, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
Permit I Section I
Common driveway
111-6C-3
Common open space and site amenity requirements
11-3G
Fence requirements
Height maximum in commercial districts
11-2B-3
Height maximum in industrial districts
r11 -2C-3
Height maximum in TN -C district
11-2D-5
Landscape buffer for wireless communication facilities
11_4_3_43E
Landscape requirements
11-3B
Landscaping for base of freestanding sign
11-3D-8
Lighting standards for pathway along State Highway 55
11 -3H -4C3
Outdoor lighting requirements
Parking and loading plan requirements
11-3A-1,1
11-3C-5
Parking requirements
Private street standards
11-3C-6
11-3F-4
Projecting sign allowance 111 -3D -8E and F
Sign location in the O -T district 11-3D-5
Structure and site design review standards 11-3A-19
Section 27. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1 -5B -8B.3, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
3. Unless otherwise waived by the Director, aAdministrative design review shall be
required for all exterior building alterations, including, but not limited to: the addition,
removal, or modification of architectural elements, such as doors, windows, awnings,
and arcades; building remodels where all or a portion of a structure is modified,
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including entrances, facades, rooflines, and building expansions; a change in exterior
materials and/or color scheme; or any other alteration that modifies the exterior
appearance of the building, approved conditions, and/or the requirements in this title
and/or the "City Of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual".
Section 28. That Meridian City Code Section ll -6A -1G.1, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
G. To specify the requirements as to the extent and the manner in which:
1. RoadsLa-streets, and/or driveways shall be created and improved, including
vehicular network and block configurations
2. Water and sewer and other utility mains, piping connections, or other facilities shall
be installed
3. Pedestrian pathways consistent with the comprehensive plan are to be located and
designed; and
4. Opportunities for future transit routes and stations are created;
Section 29. That Meridian City Code Sectionll-6B-5A.1, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
A. Applicability;
1. A subdivision application feF pFepeFty,. 4+h;R .,h iv.dustFial ,.,,Y....,.,.,.-eial TAS r eF n T'
distriet be processed as a short plat if all of the following exist:
a The property is an original parcel of record or a lot in a recorded subdivision
b. The property is not the result of a previous short plat of a parcel and/or the property
is not the result of an approved parcel division by Ada County development services;
c. The proposed subdivision does not exceed four (4) lots (excluding landscaping lots) o
previously platted property or does not exceed two (2) lots (excluding landscaping
lots) on a parcel of land;
d. No new street dedication, excluding widening of an existing street, is involved; and
e There are no impacts on the health, safety or general welfare of the city, and the
subdivision is in the best interest of the city.
Section 30 That Meridian City Code Sectionll-6C-3F.4, Unified Development Code, be
amended as follows:
4. Maximum Block Face: In no case shall a block face exceed one thousand two hundred
feet (1,200')1; unless waived by the City Council, Where appropriate and as set forth in
section F3 above, traffic calming may be required for blocks in excess of 1,000 feet.
Section 31. That Meridian City Code Sectionl 1 -6C -3D.5, Unified. Development Code, be
amended as follows:
D. Common Driveways:
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1. Maximum Dwelling Units Served: Common driveways shall serve a maximum of six (6)
dwelling units.
2. Width Standards: Common driveways shall be a minimum of twenty feet (20') in
width.
3. Maximum Length: Common driveways shall be a maximum of one hundred fifty feet
(150') in length or less, unless otherwise approved by the Meridian city fire
department.
4. Improvement Standards: Common driveways shall be paved with a surface with the
capability of supporting fire vehicles and equipment.
5. Abutting Properties: All properties that abut a common driveway Unless limited by a
significant geE)gFaphiE;al feature, 9F sepaFated bya five feet (5') vVid-e-
landscaped common let, all prtepeFties that abut -;; ee.m.men d4veway-shall take
access from the drivewayl however, if an abutting property has the required
minimum street frontage, that property is not required to take access from the
common driveway. In this situation, the abutting property's driveway shall be on the
opposite side of the shared property line; away from the common driveway. Solid
fencing adiacent to common driveways shall be prohibited, unless separated by a
minimum five foot (5) wide landscaped buffer.
6. Turning Radius: Common driveways shall be straight or provide a twenty eight foot
(28') inside and forty eight foot (48) outside turning radius.
7. Depictions: For any plats using a common driveway, the setbacks, fencing, building
envelope, and orientation of the lots and structures shall be shown on the
preliminary plat and/or as an exhibit with the final plat application.
Section 32. That all other provisions of Title 11 as they relate to the Unified Development
Code remain unchanged.
Section 33. That this ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and
publication.
2017.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this day of January,
APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this 7 day of January, 2017.
APPROVED:
ATTEST:
C.by CA/, City Clerk
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