Section 107-463 - Modifications of special yard regulations for certain zoning lots
On application, the City Planning Commission may, by certification, modify the underlying rear yard regulations and thereby allow single- or two-family residences to be built on the side or rear lot line , provided the following conditions are satisfied:
(a) When a building is located on the side lot line , the entire required side yard equivalent shall be provided along the other side lot line of the same zoning lot . On the adjacent zoning lot there shall be a side yard of at least 10 feet, abutting the building wall which is located on the side lot line .
(b) When a single- or two-family residence is located on the rear lot line , the zoning lots abutting the entire rear lot line shall provide a rear yard of at least 40 feet. If the building on either zoning lot has a height greater than two stories , then such building shall have a 10-foot rear setback above the height of the second story .
(c) When single- or two-family residences share a party wall along the rear lot line , if at any level either building is set back from the rear lot line , each building shall have a setback at the same height and such rear setback shall be at least 20 feet in depth.
The Commission shall also find that:
(1) such modifications of side or rear yards or equivalents blend harmoniously with the entire development;
(2) there is no adverse effect with regard to adequate light and air to the residences ;
(3) such modification results in the maximum preservation of trees;
(4) there is an agreement which provides access for maintenance of the building wall located on the lot line ; and
(5) a condition to the grant of any certification shall be that the requirements of Section 107-90 (SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS FOR RECORDATION) have been satisfied.