1. This designation provides for low density residential development in the southern end of the city that is inappropriate for more intensive urban development due to topography, the frequent presence of wetlands, the high cost and difficulty in extending public facilities, and the desire to create a lower intensity transitional area between the city and the surrounding forest and hillsides.

2. Use of this zone is appropriate for areas designated residential low density 1 in the comprehensive plan.

1. This designation provides for low density residential development in mostly established neighborhoods, generally west of Anacopper Mine Road and the area generally between the Airport and Little Cranberry ACFL, and south of West 6th Street, Minnesota Avenue, and West 8th Place. These areas are inappropriate for more intensive urban development due to the established character of the area and/or due to the area’s separation from commercial services.

2. Use of this zone is appropriate for areas designated residential low density 2 in the comprehensive plan.

1. This designation provides for low density residential development in established neighborhoods, generally east of Anacopper Mine Road. These areas are inappropriate for more intensive urban development due to the established character of the area.

2. Use of this zone is appropriate for areas designated residential low density 2 in the comprehensive plan and generally east of Anacopper Mine Road.

1. This designation provides for moderate density residential neighborhoods on lands that are suitable for urban development. These areas are conveniently located in relation to traffic routes, public utilities and community facilities.

2. Use of this zone is appropriate for areas designated residential medium density in the comprehensive plan.

1. This designation provides for moderate density residential uses in areas characterized by a historical pattern of smaller (generally, 3,000 square feet) lots. These areas are conveniently located in relation to traffic routes, public utilities and community facilities.

2. Use of this zone is appropriate for areas designated residential medium density in the comprehensive plan.

1. This designation recognizes the unique heritage, scale, and character of the oldest residential area of the city by establishing standards to maintain the scale and character of the area.

2. Use of this zone is appropriate for areas designated Old Town in the comprehensive plan.

1. This designation provides for urbanized areas with high density residential uses within walking distance of public transit and commercial/employment areas and/or community facilities. This designation creates a transition from high intensity uses, such as commercial or industrial development, to lower intensity residential areas.

2. Use of this zone is appropriate for areas designated residential high density in the comprehensive plan.

1. This designation provides for special urbanized areas with an established mixture of single-family dwellings and low density multifamily uses.

2. Use of this zone is appropriate for areas designated residential high density in the comprehensive plan. (Ord. 3040 § 2 (Att. A), 2019)