Morrisville Unified Development Ordinance - June 2023.1

Article 4: Use Standards Section 4.2. Principal Uses 4.2.5. Principal Use-Specific Standards

(D)

Include at least four, but not more than 12 dwelling units;

(E) Include common open space configured as a central green, garden, or gathering space with at least 375 square feet of area per dwelling in the development in addition to the open space requirements set forth in Section 5.5, Common Open Space and Public Recreation Area;

(F)

Be served solely by private alleys;

(G) Limit detached garage structures to no more than five car bays per structure, and garage doors to no more than 12 feet in width per door; and

(H) Provide an automatic fire suppression system in each dwelling unit.

(3) Dwelling Unit Configuration

All dwelling units in a pocket neighborhood shall be configured in accordance with the following standards:

(A)

A dwelling unit shall be no more than 2,500 square feet;

(B) Each dwelling unit of shall incorporate a covered front porch of at least five feet in depth and five feet in width; and (C) Any facade facing common area shall incorporate a sufficient amount of windows to facilitate observation of the common area from within the dwelling.

(4) Common Building

A common building located within the common open space area may be included as an accessory use, but in no instance shall the common building exceed 4,000 square feet or serve as a permanent dwelling unit.

(Ord. No. 2016-001, 05/10/2016)

2.

Group Living Uses

a. Congregate Living Facility (1) A minimum of 15 percent of the land area (excluding streets and parking areas) shall be designated as outdoor open space for enjoyment and use of the residents. The open space shall be safe and easily accessible, and provide active or passive recreation opportunities.

b. Continuing Care Retirement Community

(1) The continuing care retirement community shall be for the sole residency of persons 62 years or older. (2) The number of nursing care beds shall not be more than 50 percent of the total number of permitted dwelling units. (3) Conveniently located indoor common areas for recreation, social, and dining shall be provided for the residents. (4) A minimum of 15 percent of the land area (excluding streets and parking areas) shall be designated as outdoor open space for the enjoyment and use of the residents. The open space shall be safe and easily accessible, and provide active or passive recreation opportunities.

Morrisville, NC

October 1, 2021

Unified Development Ordinance

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