G-10-08-26-9C2 - 8/26/2010ORDINANCE NO. q- (U3
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 11, CODE OF ORDINANCES (1995)
EDITION, CITY OF ROUND ROCK, TEXAS, BY REPLACING THE
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) WITH THE DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES OFFICE (DSO); ESTABLISHING TWO DSO MANAGERS; BY
MOVING SOME OF THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR TO THE DSO MANAGERS; AND PROVIDING FOR A
SAVINGS CLAUSE AND REPEALING CONFLICTING ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROUND ROCK,
TEXAS:
ARTICLE 1
That Section 11.201, Zoning Administrator is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.201 ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
(1) Designation
The City Manager shall designate the Zoning Administrator for the City. Where this Chapter
assigns a responsibility, power, or duty to the Zoning Administrator, the Zoning
Administrator may delegate that responsibility, power or duty to any other agent or employee
of the City whom the Zoning Administrator may reasonably determine.
(2) Powers and Duties
The Zoning Administrator shall have the following powers and duties:
(a) Administration
(i) The Zoning Administrator shall administer the provisions of this Chapter.
(ii) The Zoning Administrator shall develop and maintain submittal and
application requirements for all procedures contained in this Chapter.
(iii) The Zoning Administrator may delegate responsibilities, powers or duties to
any other agent or employee of the City whom the Zoning Administrator
reasonably determines.
(b) Initial Administrative Review
The Zoning Administrator shall review requests or proposals for the following:
(i) Special Exceptions
(ii) Text Amendments
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(iii) Official Zoning Map Amendments
(iv) Planned Unit Development (PUD) Applications
(c) Certificate of Zoning Compliance
The Zoning Administrator shall issue Certificates of Zoning Compliance.
(d) Written Interpretation
The Zoning Administrator shall make written interpretations of this Chapter.
(e) Temporary Use Permit
The Zoning Administrator shall render decisions on applications for Temporary Use
Permits.
(f) Enforcement
The Zoning Administrator shall enforce the provisions of this Chapter.
(3) Other Duties
The Zoning Administrator shall perform all other duties imposed under the provisions of the
Code, as amended from time to time.
ARTICLE 2
That Section 11.202, Development Review Committee is hereby amended to read as
follows:
11.202 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES OFFICE (DSO)
(1) Designation
The Development Services Office (DSO) shall consist of two DSO Managers and any other
City staff the City Manager deems necessary for the professional review of site plans. One of
the DSO Managers shall be designated as the DSO Planner and the other DSO Manager shall
be designated as the DSO Engineer. The DSO Planner shall have a certification from the
American Institute of Certified Planners. The DSO Engineer shall be a Professional Engineer
licensed by the State of Texas.
(2) Decisions
The DSO Managers may make decisions either individually or in concert with each other. An
application may be acted on by one or both DSO Managers. If both DSO Managers act upon
an application, it is deemed approved if either DSO Manager approves it. If only one DSO
Manager acts upon an application, the application is approved or denied by that DSO
Manager.
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(3) Powers and Duties
The DSO Managers shall have the following powers and duties:
(a) Site Plan Review
The DSO Managers shall render decisions on applications for Site Plans in
accordance with Section 11.306, Site Plan Review.
(b) Submittal and Application Guidelines
The DSO Managers shall be responsible for the preparation of submittal and
application requirements for procedures under its review, and for suggesting
appropriate submittal and application requirements to the City Manager for other
procedures in this Chapter.
(c) Variances
The DSO Planner shall review requests or proposals for variances.
(d) Administrative Adjustment
The DSO Planner shall review and render decisions on applications for
Administrative Adjustments.
ARTICLE 3
That Section 11.204, Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA), Subsection (4) Procedures
Paragraph_(b) Meetings, and Paragraph (f) Minutes is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.204 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (ZBA)
(4) Procedures
(b) Meetings
Meetings may be called upon request of the Chairperson of the ZBA, or upon written
request of three members, or upon notice from the Zoning Administrator or the DSO
Planner that a matter requires the consideration of the ZBA. The Chairperson, or in
his or her absence the Vice -Chair, may administer oaths and compel the attendance of
witnesses. All meetings of the ZBA shall be open to the public.
(1) Minutes
The ZBA shall keep minutes of its proceedings, showing the vote, indicating such
fact, and shall keep records of its examinations and other official actions, all of which
shall be immediately filed in the office of the Development Services Office and shall
be a public record.
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ARTICLE 4
That Section 11.207, Summary of Review Authority is hereby amended to read as
follows:
11.207 SUMMARY OF REVIEW AUTHORITY
The following table summarizes the City procedural review structure by review body:
Procedure.
Certificate of Zoning
Com.liance
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or
Decision
Develo/unrn
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Office
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Historic
Preseriutio
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Written Inte •retation
Decision
-----
Administrative
Ad'ustment
----
Decision
Tem. ora Use Permit
Decision
Develo , ment Services 0 ice
Site Plan Review
Decision
----
Historic Preservation Commission
Certificate of
A • . ro . riateness
Review
Decision
---
Zonin: Board o Ad'ustment
Variance
Review
Decision*
S • ecial Exce • tion
Review
Decision*
Ci Council
General Plan
Amendment
Review
--
Review*
Decision*
Text Amendment
Review
---
Review*
Decision*
Application for Original
Zonin.
Review
Review*
Decision*
Zoning Map
Amendment
Review
Review*
Decision*
PUD Development
Plan/ Zonin•
Review
Review
_-
Review*
Decision*
Designation of Historic
Overla
Review
Review*
Decision*
Partial Tax Exemption
for Historic Sites
Review
Decision*
Key: * = Public Hearing
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ARTICLE 5
That Section 11.301, Review Procedures, Subsections (2) Preapplication Conference, (3)
Application Forms and Fees, and (4) Application Completeness are hereby amended to read as
follows:
11.301 REVIEW PROCEDURES
(2) Preapplication Conference
(3)
(a) The applicant shall request a Preapplication Conference with the Zoning
Administrator to discuss procedures, standards, and regulations required by this
Chapter for the following:
(b)
(i) Certificate of Appropriateness;
(ii) Special Exception;
(iii) General Plan Amendment;
(iv) Application for Original Zoning;
(v) Map Amendment (Rezoning);
(vi) Planned Unit Development (PUD); and
(vii) Historic (H) Overlay Designation;
The applicant shall request a Preapplication Conference with the DSO Planner to
discuss procedures, standards, and regulations required by this Chapter for the
following:
(i) Site Plan review and approval; and
(ii) Variances.
Application Forms and Fees
The following regulations shall apply to all applications.
(a) Forms
Applications required under this Chapter shall be submitted on forms and in such
numbers as required by the City and as specified in the Development Packet for
Zoning and the Development Packet for Site Development Permit.
(b) Development Packets
The Development Packet for Zoning shall mean the set of application procedures
maintained and on file at the Planning Department pertaining to, among other things,
the zoning. The Development Packet for Site Development Permit shall mean the set
of application procedures maintained and on file at the Development Services Office
pertaining to, among other things, the site development of land.
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(c) Fees
Applicants for the rezoning of property and for approval of site plans shall pay
applicable fees as set forth below.
All fees shall be paid upon the submittal of an application and the application shall
not be considered complete until such fees have been paid.
(i) Zoning
1. Map Amendment (rezoning) $750
2. Planned Unit Development $2,000, plus $ 200
per acre as calculated
below:
$2,000 plus $200 times the number of acres or fraction thereof in excess
of one acre, calculated on a pro rata basis. By way of example, a 2.75
acre tract would generate a fee of $2,350 calculated as follows:
$2,000 + ($200 x 1.75 = $350) = $2,350
Regardless of the foregoing, the total fee charged for a Planned Unit
Development shall not exceed $5,000.00.
3. Minor PUD amendment $500
4. Major PUD amendment $1,000
5. Variance $500
6. Special Exception $500
7. Temporary Use Permit $50
8. Notification Fees (When Required)
(a) Notified Property Owner $1 per mailed notice
(b) Published Notices $150 per notice
9. Zoning Verification Letter $50
(ii) Site Plans
1. Small Project Site Plan $500
(Qualifying projects shall meet one of the following criteria:
Site area 0.50 acres or less;
Expansion less than 20% of total building square footage
(maximum 1,500 square feet);
Temporary building or portable building as defined in
Section 11.802 of this Code;
Wireless Transmission Facility as defined in Section
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4.701 of the Code; or
Area Identification Sign as described in Section 3.1409
of this Code.
2. Standard Site Plan
$1,000 plus $200.00 per
acre as calculated below:
$1,000 plus $200 times the number of acres or fraction thereof in excess of one acre calculated on a
pro rata basis. By way of example, a 2.75 acre tract would generate a fee of $1,350 calculated as
follows:
$1,000 + ($200 x 1.75 = $350) = $1,350
This fee includes the review of the initial application and, if necessary, two reviews of amendments in
response to staff comments.
Regardless of the foregoing the total fee from a site plan with three staff reviews should not exceed
$5,000.
3. Additional Review
$500
(If additional review cycles are required for either Standard or Small
Project Site Plan applications due to incomplete plans or plans that
do not fully address comments as determined by the DSO
Manager(s), an additional review fee shall be charged for each
additional review required.)
4. Revision to Approved Site Plan $500
Revision fees are required if a change is made to an approved site plan that requires additional review
by the DSO Manager(s).
5. License Agreements
(4) Application Completeness
$250
(i) An application for review, other than for Site Plans, shall be considered
complete if it is submitted in the required form, includes all mandatory
information, including all exhibits, and is accompanied by the applicable fee.
A determination of application completeness shall be made by the Zoning
Administrator within five days of application filing. If an application is
determined to be incomplete, the Zoning Administrator shall provide written
notice to the applicant along with an explanation of the application's
deficiencies. No further processing of the application shall occur until the
deficiencies are corrected.
(ii) An application for Site Plan review shall be considered complete if it is
submitted in the required form, includes all mandatory information,
including all exhibits, and is accompanied by the applicable fee. A
determination of application completeness shall be made by the DSO
Manager(s) within five days of application filling. If an application is
determined to be incomplete, the DSO Manager(s) making such
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determination shall provide written notice to the applicant along with an
explanation of the application's deficiencies. No further processing of the
application shall occur until the deficiencies are corrected.
ARTICLE 6
That Section 11.304, Administrative Adjustment is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.304 ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT
(1) Purpose
In order to provide a method by which human error may be corrected, administrative
adjustments are peimitted. Administrative adjustments are specified deviations from
otherwise applicable development standards where development is proposed that would be:
(a) Compatible with surrounding land uses;
(b) Harmonious with the public interest; and
(c) Consistent with the purposes of this Chapter.
(2) Applicability
(3)
The DSO Planner shall have the authority to authorize an administrative adjustment of up to
ten percent of any numerical standard set forth in Section 11.400, Zoning Districts or Section
11.500, Development Standards. No administrative adjustment shall increase the overall
density or intensity of the development.
Review and Action by DSO Planner.
The DSO Planner shall review the application and approve or disapprove the application
based upon the criteria below. A written decision including affirmative fmdings on the
criteria set forth below shall be mailed to the applicant.
(4) Administrative Adjustment Criteria
To approve an application for an administrative adjustment, the DSO Planner shall make an
affirmative finding that the following criteria are met:
(a) that granting the administrative adjustment serves a conspicuously obvious and
needed purpose;
(b) that granting the administrative adjustment will ensure an equal or better level of land
use compatibility as the otherwise applicable standards;
(c) that granting the administrative adjustment will not materially and adversely affect
adjacent land uses and the physical character of uses in the immediate vicinity of the
proposed development because of inadequate buffering, screening, setbacks and
other land use considerations;
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(d) that granting the administrative adjustment will not adversely affect property values
in any material way; and
(e) that granting the administrative adjustment shall be generally consistent with the
purposes and intent of this Chapter.
ARTICLE 7
That Section 11.304.1, Property Subiect to Condemnation; Administrative Adjustment
is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.304.1 PROPERTY SUBJECT TO CONDEMNATION: ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT
(1) Purpose
(a) Condemnation Administrative Adjustment under this subsection 11.304.1 means
adjustment(s) to Chapter 11 of this Code in the special circumstance where
governmental condemnation results in zoning law noncompliance.
(b) For the purpose of this subsection 11.304.1, condemnation includes a purchase or
donation of property under the threat of condemnation, but excludes a dedication of
property as a condition of zoning, subdivision, site plan, or building permit approval.
(2) Applicability
(3)
(a) Prior to the acquisition of a right-of-way, the landowner or condemning authority
may make an application to the DSO Planner, to modify any of the Chapter 11
zoning regulations listed in paragraph (2) (b) below that will be violated as a result
of the governmental condemnation.
(b) Under this subsection 11.304.1, the following categories subject to Chapter 11 of this
Code may be considered by the DSO Planner for adjustment: access to public roads,
architectural designs, landscaping, lot area, lot depth, lot width, parking, setbacks,
and signage.
Review and Action by DSO Planner
The DSO Planner shall review the application, and approve or disapprove it based upon the
criteria enumerated in paragraph (4) below. A written decision including applicable
affirmative findings on the criteria set forth in paragraph (4) below shall be mailed to the
applicant.
(4) Condemnation Administrative Adjustment Criteria
The DSO Planner may approve an application for a Condemnation Administrative
Adjustment under this subsection 11.304.1 if, and only if, the proposed adjustment is not
detrimental to public health, safety, and welfare. The DSO Planner shall consider the
following criteria when applicable:
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(a) Consistent with Chapter 11 Zoning Regulations
The proposed adjustment is in harmony with the General Plan and purpose and intent
of this Chapter.
(b) Harmonious with Character and Scale of Surrounding Area
The proposed adjustment to schematic architectural, signage, and landscaping
designs shall be harmonious with the character of the surrounding area.
(c) General Impacts
The likely future impact that the proposed adjustment may have on the following
systems and public services: public infrastructure such as roads, parking facilities,
water and wastewater systems, police and fire protection, solid waste collection, and
the ability of existing infrastructure and existing services to adequately service the
property in question.
(d) Traffic Related Impacts
The proposed adjustment does not interfere with the free flow of traffic or create a
public safety hazard.
(e) Condemning Authority Impact
The likely cost to the condemning authority if the application is disapproved.
ARTICLE 8
That Section 11.306, Site Plan Review, Subsection (2), Approval Process is hereby
amended to read as follows:
11.306 SITE PLAN REVIEW
(2) Approval Process
Site plan applications shall be processed in accordance with the following requirements:
(a) Preapplication Conference
Prior to the submission of an application for site plan approval, all potential
applicants are strongly encouraged to request a preapplication conference with the
DSO Manager(s). The purpose of the conference is to respond to any questions that
the applicant may have regarding any application procedures, standards, or
regulations required by this Chapter. Upon receipt of such request, the DSO
Manager(s) shall afford the potential applicant an opportunity for such a
preapplication conference at the earliest reasonable time.
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(b) Review and Action by the DSO Manager(s).
All site plans shall be submitted to the DSO for review and approval, approval with
conditions or disapproval. If the proposed site plan is determined to be consistent
with all applicable provisions of this section and all other provisions of the Code, the
DSO Manager(s) shall approve the site plan and so advise the applicant in writing. A
determination that all such requirements and provisions have not been satisfied shall
result in disapproval of the site plan and notice of such disapproval shall be given to
the applicant in writing.
ARTICLE 9
That Section 11.308, Variance, Subsection (2) Approval Process is hereby amended to
read as follows:
11.308 VARIANCE
(2) Approval Process
(a) Review and Report by DSO Planner
Once the application is complete, the DSO Planner shall review the Variance
application, subject to the review criteria enumerated in paragraph (3) below, and
give a report to the Zoning Board of Adjustment on the date of the scheduled public
hearing.
(b) Action by the Zoning Board of Adjustment
(i) Notice
The Zoning Board of Adjustment shall mail notice in accordance with Section 11.301(5).
ARTICLE 10
That Section 11.309, Special Exceptions, Subsection (2), Requirement for Concurrent
Site Plan Submittal is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.309 SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS
(2) Requirement for Concurrent Site Plan Submittal
(a) Application for a Special Exception must occur in conjunction with the submittal of a
Site Plan. The Zoning Board of Adjustment may not render a decision on the Special
Exception application until after the Site Plan has been favorably reviewed by the
DSO Manager(s).
(b) Any modification to an approved Site Plan that was filed in conjunction with a
Special Exception shall cause the Special Exception to become void, regardless of its
current status, including already obtained approval by the ZBA. Such Special
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Exceptions must be resubmitted to the ZBA for consideration using the modified Site
Plan. If the modified Site Plan requires DSO approval, no decision may be rendered
on the Special Exception until after the Site Plan has been favorably reviewed by the
DSO Manager(s).
ARTICLE 11
That Section 11.314, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Subsection (2) Procedure is
hereby amended to read as follows:
11.314 PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD)
(2) Procedure
(a) Initiation of PUD
A PUD application shall consist of a request for original zoning or a zoning change
and a development plan.
(b) Preapplication Conference
(c)
The purpose of the mandatory preapplication review is to afford the applicant an
opportunity to avail himself of the advice and assistance of the City staff before
submitting the PUD application.
Review and Recommendation by Development Services Office
The DSO Manager(s) shall review the original zoning or zoning change and the
development plan application and forward its recommendation to approve, approve
with modifications or conditions, or disapprove the application to the Zoning
Administrator, who shall in turn forward his/her recommendations to the Planning
and Zoning Commission.
(d) Review and Recommendation by Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission shall review the request for either original
zoning or a zoning change, along with the development plan application, and
recommend approval, approval with modifications or conditions, or disapproval of
the same.
(e) Review and Action by City Council
(i) If the PUD zoning application is favorably reviewed by the Planning and
Zoning Commission, it shall be sent forward to the City Council with a
recommendation for approval under the condition that the development plan
with all related information shall be presented to the City Council. Otherwise
it shall be forwarded with an unfavorable recommendation.
(ii) The Chapter granting a PUD District shall include a statement as to the
purpose and intent of the planned development granted therein. All specific
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conditions of approval that are imposed by the City Council shall be listed in
the PUD Chapter and development plans shall be referenced as attachments.
ARTICLE 12
That Section 11.407 TH (TOWNHOUSE) DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and
Development Standards, Paragraph (d) Fencing Requirements is hereby amended to read as
follows:
11.407 TH (TOWNHOUSE) DISTRICT
(3) Density and Development Standards
(d) Fencing Requirements
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
(i)
Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
ARTICLE 13
That Section 11.407 TH (TOWNHOUSE) DISTRICT, Subsection (6) Townhouse
Design Standards, is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.407 TH (TOWNHOUSE) DISTRICT
(6) Townhouse Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all buildings in the TH (Townhouse) district. These
standards are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in Round Rock. These
standards supplement any district -specific standards. Alternative design standards may be
approved by the DSO Planner in order to permit a more flexible or creative design.
(a) Building Elevation Variation
Any wall in excess of 60 feet in length shall include offsets of at least two feet, to
preclude a box design. There shall be no less than one offset for every 40 feet of
horizontal length.
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(b) Exterior Wall Color Finishes
Day-glo, luminescent, iridescent, neon or similar types of color finishes are not
permitted.
(c) Exterior Wall Finish
The exterior fmish of all buildings shall be masonry, except for door, windows and
trim. Masonry shall mean stone, simulated stone, brick, stucco, or horizontally
installed cement -based siding. Horizontally installed cement -based siding or stucco
shall not comprise more than 50 percent of the exterior finish (breezeways and patio
or balcony insets are not included in this calculation), except that 100 percent stucco
may be permitted in conjunction with tile roofs.
(d) Glass
Mirrored glass with a reflectivity of 20 percent or more is not permitted on the
exterior walls and roofs of all buildings and structures.
(e) Orientation Requirements
Building elevations that face a public street shall have at least 15 percent of the wall
facing the street consist of windows and/or entrance areas.
(f) Windows
Windows shall be provided with trim. Windows shall not be flush with exterior wall
treatment. Windows shall be provided with an architectural surround at the jamb,
header and sill.
(g) Roofing Materials
Roofmg materials shall consist of 25 -year architectural dimensional shingles, tile
(clay, cement, natural or manufactured stone), non -reflective prefinished metal, or
reflective metal such as copper or other similar metals as approved by the DSO
Planner. Portions of the roof screened by pitched roof sections shall be permitted to
be flat to provide for mechanical equipment wells or roof decks provided all pitched
sections of the roof meet the roofing material requirements.
(h) Special Design Features
All buildings, other than garages, shall be designed to include varied relief to provide
interest and variety and to avoid monotony. This shall include details that create
shade and cast shadows to provide visual relief to the buildings. The following list
contains a partial list of features that may be used as part of an integrated,
comprehensive design.
(i) Bow window
(ii) Bay window
(iii) Arched window
(iv) Gable window
(vi) Oval or round windows
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(vii) Shutters
(viii) Arched entry, balcony or breezeway entrance
(ix) Stone or brick accent wall
(x) Decorative stone or brick band
(xi) Decorative tile
(xii) Veranda, terrace, porch or balcony
(xiii) Projected wall or dormer
(xiv) Variation of roof lines on the building
(xv) Decorative caps on chimneys
ARTICLE 14
That Section 11.408 MF (MULTIFAMILY) DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and
Development Standards, Paragraph (e) Fencing Requirement is hereby amended to read as
follows:
11.408 MF (MULTIFAMILY) DISTRICT
(3)
Density and Development Standards
(e)
Fencing Requirement
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
ARTICLE 15
That Section 11.408 MF (MULTIFAMILY) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) Multifamily
Design Standards is hereby amended so that the introductory paragraph shall read as follows:
11.408 MF (MULTIFAMILY) DISTRICT
(4) Multifamily Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all residential buildings in the MF (Multifamily)
district. These standards are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in Round
Rock. These standards supplement any district -specific standards. Alternative design
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standards may be approved by the DSO Planner in order to permit a more flexible or creative
design.
ARTICLE 16
That Section 11.408 MF (MULTIFAMILY) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) Multifamily
Design Standards, Paragraph (g) Roofmg Materials is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.408 MF (MULTIFAMILY) DISTRICT
(4) Multifamily Design Standards
(g)
Roofmg Materials
Roofmg materials shall consist of 25 -year architectural dimensional shingles, tile
(clay, cement, natural or manufactured stone), non -reflective prefmished metal, or
reflective metal such as copper or other similar metals as approved by the DSO
Planner. Portions of the roof screened by pitched roof sections shall be permitted to
be flat to provide for mechanical equipment wells or roof decks provided all pitched
sections of the roof meet the roofing material requirements.
ARTICLE 17
That Section 11.409 C-1 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT, Section (3) Density
& Development Standards, Subsection (h) Fencing Requirement is hereby amended to read as
follows:
11.409 C-1 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT
(3) Density & Development Standards
(h) Fencing Requirement
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
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ARTICLE 18
That Section 11.409 C-1 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT, the introductory
paragraph of Subsection (4) C-1 (General Commercial) Design Standards is hereby amended
to read as follows:
(4) C-1 (General Commercial) Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all buildings in the C-1 district. These standards
are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in Round Rock. These standards
supplement any district -specific standards. Alternative design standards may be approved
by the DSO Planner in order to permit a more flexible or creative design.
ARTICLE 19
That Section 11.409.1 C -la (GENERAL COMMERCIAL -- LIMITED) DISTRICT,
Subsection (3), Density & Development Standards, Paragraph (h) Fencing Requirement is
hereby amended to read as follows:
11.409.1
(3)
C -la (GENERAL COMMERCIAL — LIMITED) DISTRICT
Density & Development Standards
(h) Fencing Requirement
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
(i)
Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
ARTICLE 20
That Section 11.409.1 C -la (GENERAL COMMERCIAL -- LIMITED) DISTRICT,
Subsection (4) C -la (General Commercial—Limited) Design Standards is hereby amended so
that the introductory paragraph shall read as follows:
11.409.1 C-1 a (General Commercial — Limited) District
(4) C -1a (General Commercial — Limited) Design Standards
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The following design standards apply to all buildings in the C-1 a district. These standards are
intended to ensure an attractive built environment in Round Rock. These standards
supplement any district -specific standards. Alternative design standards may be approved by
the DSO Planner in order to permit a more flexible or creative design.
ARTICLE 21
That Section 11.409.1 C -la (GENERAL COMMERCIAL -- LIMITED) DISTRICT,
Subsection (4) C -la (General Commercial— Limited) Design Standards, Paragraph (g) Roofmg
Materials is hereby to read as follows:
11.409.1 C-1 a (General Commercial — Limited) District
(4) C-1 a (General Commercial — Limited) Design Standards
(g) Roofing Materials
Roofing materials shall consist of 25 -year architectural dimensional shingles, tile
(clay, cement, natural or manufactured stone), non -reflective prefmished metal, or
reflective metal such as copper or other similar metals as approved by the DSO
Planner. Portions of the roof screened by pitched roof sections shall be permitted to
be flat to provide for mechanical equipment wells or roof decks provided all pitched
sections of the roof meet the roofing material requirements.
ARTICLE 22
That Section 11.410 C-2 (LOCAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density
and Development Standards Paragraph (g) Fencing Requirements is hereby amended to read
as follows:
11.410 C-2 (LOCAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT
(3) Density and Development Standards
(g) Fencing Requirements
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
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ARTICLE 23
That Section 11.410 C-2 (LOCAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) C-2
(Local Commercial) Design Standards is hereby amended so that the introductory paragraph
shall read as follows:
11.410 C-2 (LOCAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT
(4) C-2 (Local Commercial) Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all buildings in the C-2 (Local Commercial) district.
These standards are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in Round Rock. These
standards supplement any district -specific standards. Alternative design standards may be
approved by the DSO Planner in order to permit a more flexible or creative design.
ARTICLE 24
That Section 11.410 C-2 (LOCAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) C-2
(Local Commercial) Design Standards, Paragraph (f) Roofmg Materials is hereby amended to
read as follows:
11.410 C-2 (LOCAL COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT
(4) C-2 (Local Commercial) Design Standards
(f) Roofing Materials
Roofing materials shall consist of 25 -year architectural dimensional shingles, tile
(clay, cement, natural or manufactured stone), non -reflective prefinished metal, or
reflective metal such as copper or other similar metals as approved by the DSO
Planner. Portions of the roof screened by pitched roof sections shall be permitted to
be flat to provide for mechanical equipment wells or roof decks provided all pitched
sections of the roof meet the roofing material requirements.
ARTICLE 25
That Section 11.411 OF (OFFICE) DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and Development
Standards, Paragraph (g) Fencing Requirements is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.411 OF (OFFICE) DISTRICT
(3)
Density and Development Standards
(g)
Fencing Requirements
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
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(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
ARTICLE 26
That Section 11.411 OF (OFFICE) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) OF (Office) Design
Standards is hereby amended so that the introductory paragraph shall read as follows:
11.411 OF (OFFICE) DISTRICT
(4) OF (Office) Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all buildings in the OF (Office) district. These
standards are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in Round Rock. These
standards supplement any district -specific standards. Alternative design standards may be
approved by the DSO Planner in order to permit a more flexible or creative design.
ARTICLE 27
That Section 11.411 OF (OFFICE) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) OF (Office) Design
Standards, Paragraph (f) Roofing Materials is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.411 OF (OFFICE) DISTRICT
(4) OF (Office) Design Standards
(f) Roofing Materials
Roofing materials shall consist of 25 -year architectural dimensional shingles, tile
(clay, cement, natural or manufactured stone), non -reflective prefinished metal, or
reflective metal such as copper or other similar metals as approved by the DSO
Planner. Portions of the roof screened by pitched roof sections shall be permitted to
be flat to provide for mechanical equipment wells or roof decks provided all pitched
sections of the roof meet the roofmg material requirements.
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ARTICLE 28
That Section 11.412 BP (BUSINESS PARK) DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and
Development Standards, Paragraph (g) Fencing Requirements is hereby amended to read as
follows:
11.412 BP (BUSINESS PARK) DISTRICT
(3) Density and Development Standards
(g)
Fencing Requirements
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
ARTICLE 29
That Section 11.412 BP (BUSINESS PARK) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) Business Park
Design Standards is hereby amended so that the introductory paragraph and Sub -paragraph
(a) Exterior Wall Finish shall read as follows:
11.412 BP (BUSINESS PARK) DISTRICT
(4) Business Park Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all buildings in the BP (Business Park) district. These
standards are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in Round Rock. These
standards supplement any district -specific standards. Alternative design standards may be
approved by the DSO Planner in order to permit a more flexible or creative design.
(a) Exterior Wall Finish
(i)
The building materials of a project shall be durable, require low
maintenance, and be of the same or higher quality as surrounding
developments. Building materials shall be harmonious and compatible with
adjacent developments.
(ii) The exterior finish of all sides of the building shall be constructed of brick,
stone, simulated stone, stucco, decorative concrete masonry unit (CMU),
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standard Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) for exterior finish
above eight feet, abuse resistant EIFS for exterior finish below eight feet,
concrete tilt wall or similar material approved in writing by the DSO
Planner.
ARTICLE 30
That Section 11.413 LI (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and
Development Standards, Paragraph (f) Fencing Requirements is hereby amended to read as
follows:
11.413 LI (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) DISTRICT
(3) Density and Development Standards
(f)
Fencing Requirements
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
ARTICLE 31
That Section 11.413 LI (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) Light
Industrial Design Standards is hereby amended so that the introductory paragraph and
Paragraph (a) Exterior Wall Finish shall read as follows:
11.413 LI (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) DISTRICT
(4) Light Industrial Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all buildings in the LI (Light Industrial) District.
These standards are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in Round Rock. These
standards supplement any district -specific standards. Alternative design standards may be
approved by the DSO Planner in order to permit a more flexible or creative design.
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(a) Exterior Wall Finish
Except for metal containers and accessory buildings that are made of metal, the
exterior finish of all sides of buildings shall be constructed of brick, stone, stucco,
decorative concrete masonry unit (CMU), split face concrete block or concrete tilt
wall, or similar material approved in writing by the DSO Planner. Quonset style
buildings and structures are not permitted.
ARTICLE 32
That Section 11.414 I (INDUSTRIAL) DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and
Development Standards, Paragraph (f) Fencing Requirements is hereby amended to read as
follows:
11.414 I (INDUSTRIAL) DISTRICT
(3)
Density and Development Standards
(f)
Fencing Requirements
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts any other zoning district.
(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
ARTICLE 33
That Section 11.415 PF -1 (PUBLIC FACILITIES — LOW INTENSITY) DISTRICT,
Subsection (3) Density and Development Standards, Paragraph (h) Fencing Requirements is
hereby amended to read as follows:
11.415 PF -1 (PUBLIC FACILITIES - LOW INTENSITY) DISTRICT
(3)
Density and Development Standards
(h) Fencing Requirements
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
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(i)
Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
ARTICLE 34
That Section 11.415 PF -1 (PUBLIC FACILITIES — LOW INTENSITY) DISTRICT,
Subsection (4) PF -1 (Public Facilities — Low Intensity) Design Standards is hereby amended so
that the introductory paragraph shall read as follows:
11.415 PF -1 (PUBLIC FACILITIES — LOW INTENSITY) DISTRICT
(4) PF -1 (Public Facilities - Low Intensity) Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all buildings in the PF -1 (Public Facilities - Low
Intensity) District. These standards are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in
Round Rock. These standards supplement any district -specific standards. Alternate design
standards may be approved by the DSO Planner to permit a more flexible or creative design.
ARTICLE 35
That Section 11.415.1 PF -2 (PUBLIC FACILITIES — MEDIUM INTENSITY)
DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and Development Standards, Paragraph (h) Fencing
Requirements is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.415.1 PF -2 (PUBLIC FACILITIES - MEDIUM INTENSITY) DISTRICT
(3) Density and Development Standards
(h) Fencing Requirements
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
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(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
ARTICLE 36
That Section 11.415.1 PF -2 (PUBLIC FACILITIES — MEDIUM INTENSITY)
DISTRICT, Subsection (4) PF-2(Public Facilities — Medium Intensity) Design Standards is
hereby amended so that the introductory paragraph shall read as follows:
11.415.1 PF -2 (PUBLIC FACILITIES — MEDIUM INTENSITY) DISTRICT
(4) PF -2 (Public Facilities - Medium Intensity) Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all buildings in the PF -2 (Public Facilities - Medium
Intensity) district. These standards are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in
Round Rock. These standards supplement any district -specific standards. Alternate design
standards may be approved by the DSO Planner to permit a more flexible or creative design.
ARTICLE 37
That Section 11.415.2 PF -3 (PUBLIC FACILITIES — HIGH INTENSITY) DISTRICT,
Subsection (3) Density and Development Standards, Paragraph (h) Fencing Requirements is
hereby amended to read as follows:
11.415.2 PF -3 (PUBLIC FACILITIES — HIGH INTENSITY) DISTRICT
(3) Density and Development Standards
(h) Fencing Requirements
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
fmished face abutting the lower intensity use.
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ARTICLE 38
That Section 11.415.2 PF -3 (PUBLIC FACILITIES — HIGH INTENSITY) DISTRICT,
Subsection (4) PF -3 (Public Facilities — High Intensity) Design Standards is hereby amended so
that the introductory paragraph shall read as follows:
11.415.2 PF -3 (PUBLIC FACILITIES — HIGH INTENSITY) DISTRICT
(4) PF -3 (Public Facilities - High Intensity) Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all buildings in the PF -3 (Public Facilities - High
Intensity) district. These standards are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in
Round Rock. These standards supplement any district -specific standards. Alternate design
standards may be approved by the DSO Planner to permit a more flexible or creative design.
ARTICLE 39
That Section 11.416 SR (SENIOR) DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and Development
Standards, Paragraph (g) Fencing Requirements is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.416 SR (SENIOR) DISTRICT
(3) Density and Development Standards
(g)
Fencing Requirements
All land uses shall be required to install and maintain a fence along every property
line which abuts lower intensity uses.
(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be bottom and/or top capped. All fences shall provide a
finished face abutting the lower intensity use.
ARTICLE 40
That Section 11.416 SR (SENIOR) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) Senior (SR) Design
Standards is hereby amended so that the introductory paragraph shall read as follows:
11.416 SR (SENIOR) DISTRICT
(4) Senior (SR) Design Standards
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The following design standards apply to all buildings in the SR (Senior) district. These
standards are intended to ensure an attractive built environment in Round Rock. These
standards supplement any district -specific standards. Alternative design standards may be
approved by the DSO Planner in order to permit a more flexible or creative design.
ARTICLE 41
That Section 11.416 SR (SENIOR) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) Senior (SR) Design
Standards, Paragraph (g) Roofing Materials is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.416 SR (SENIOR) DISTRICT
(4) Senior (SR) Design Standards
(g)
Roofmg Materials
Roofing materials shall consist of 25 -year architectural dimensional shingles, tile
(clay, cement, natural or manufactured stone), non -reflective prefmished metal, or
reflective metal such as copper or other similar metals as approved by the DSO
Planner. Portions of the roof screened by pitched roof sections shall be permitted to
be flat to provide for mechanical equipment wells or roof decks provided all pitched
sections of the roof meet the roofing material requirements.
ARTICLE 42
That Section 11.418 OS (OPEN SPACE) DISTRICT, Subsection (4) Open Space Design
Standards is hereby amended so that the introductory paragraph and Paragraph (a) Exterior
Building Finish shall read as follows:
11.418 OS (OPEN SPACE) DISTRICT
(4) Open Space Design Standards
The following design standards apply to all buildings in the OS (Open Space) District.
Alternative design standards may be approved by the DSO Planner in order to permit a more
flexible or creative design.
(a) Exterior Building Finish
The building materials of a project shall be durable, require low maintenance, and be
of the same or higher quality as surrounding developments.
(i) The exterior finish of all sides of the building shall be constructed of brick,
stone, simulated stone, stucco, decorative concrete masonry unity (CMU),
standard Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) for exterior finish
above eight feet, abuse resistant EIFS for exterior finish below 8', concrete
tilt wall, horizontally installed cement based siding, structural wood posts
and beams, or similar materials approved in writing by the DSO Planner.
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(ii) Accessory buildings not exceeding 500 square feet in gross floor area are
exempt from this requirement.
ARTICLE 43
That Section 11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN)
DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and Development Standards, Paragraph (b) Setback
Requirements is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN) DISTRICT
(3)
Density and Development Standards
(b) Setback Requirements
(i) Except as provided below, all required setbacks shall be free from any
encroachments including but not limited to accessory buildings or structures,
eaves, roof overhangs, box windows and fireplaces. Air conditioning units
and other similar ground mounted equipment are exempt from this
requirement.
(ii) Structures may not encroach on any utility easements and utility setbacks
described in the City of Round Rock Design and Construction Standards. In
cases where the setback requirement conflicts with such utilities, the DSO
Manager(s) shall adjust the setback to resolve the conflict.
(iii) Movable furniture including but not limited to outdoor cafe tables, shade
umbrellas and seating shall be permitted within the required setbacks.
(iv) Signs may be permitted in the front setback, if in accordance with Section
3.1400 of this Code.
ARTICLE 44
That Section 11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN)
DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and Development Standards, Paragraph (d) Fencing
Design Standards is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN) DISTRICT
(3)
Density and Development Standards
(d) Fencing Design Standards
The following standards apply to fencing in the MU -la District.
(i) Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: brick, stone,
reinforced concrete, or other decorative masonry materials, redwood, cedar,
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preservative treated wood or other equivalent materials approved by the
DSO Planner.
(ii) Fence posts shall be constructed of rust resistant metal parts, concrete based
masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural integrity.
(iii) Fence panels shall be top and bottom capped.
(iv) All fences shall provide a finished face abutting a single-family or
townhouse use.
(v) Fencing located within ten (10) feet of an alley entrance or exit shall not
impede the visibility of drivers entering or exiting the alley.
Additional standards applicable to properties abutting existing single-family
residences are provided in Section 11.418.1(9) and special standards for specific uses
are identified in Section 11.423.
ARTICLE 45
That Section 11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN)
DISTRICT, Subsection (3) Density and Development Standards, Paragraph (e) Landscaping is
hereby amended to read as follows:
11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN) DISTRICT
(3)
Density and Development Standards
(e) Landscaping
(i) Landscaping requirements provided in Section 11.501 apply to all
development (residential and commercial) in the MU -la District.
(ii) In order to maintain the unique character, identity, and environment in the
Southwest Downtown area, an alternative landscape plan may be requested.
The alternative landscape plan shall be submitted for approval to the DSO
Planner in accordance with Section 11.501(5).
ARTICLE 46
That Section 11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN)
DISTRICT, Subsection (4) MU -la (Mixed -Use Southwest Downtown) District Design
Standards is hereby amended so that the introductory paragraph shall read as follows:
11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN) DISTRICT
(4) MU -1a (Mixed -Use Southwest Downtown) District Design Standards
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The following design standards apply to all buildings in the MU -1 a District, except for single-
family residential uses, townhouses and expansions that are less than the square footage of the
original structure. These standards supplement any district -specific standards. These
standards are not intended to be of a particular style or period, but to encourage high-quality
construction/development that fits the proportions and functional characteristics of a mixed-
use district with a traditional block structure. Alternate design standards may be approved by
the DSO Planner to permit a more flexible or creative design that still meets the intent of the
MU -la District design standards.
ARTICLE 47
That Section 11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN)
DISTRICT, Subsection (4) MU -la (Mixed -Use Southwest Downtown) District Design
Standards, Paragraph (d) Building Elevation Variation is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN) DISTRICT
(4) MU -la (Mixed -Use Southwest Downtown) District Design Standards
(d) Building Elevation Variation
(i) The length of walls facing public streets shall be broken into smaller planes.
Wall planes shall not extend more than an average of thirty-five (35) feet
without an offset or interruption by a pilaster or structural frames, change in
roof line or architectural materials, including windows and doors.
(ii) The composition of windows and other major features shall relate to the wall
plane, rather than to the entire wall; and the entire elevation shall be
balanced.
(iii) A horizontal design feature between the first and second floors of a building
shall be indicated on the building's facade. Examples of design features
delineating first and second floors include awnings, canopies, transoms,
moldings, balconies, pergolas, wainscotting or changes in color or texture.
(iv) Alternative designs to the building elevation requirements may be submitted
for approval by the DSO Planner.
ARTICLE 48
That Section 11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN)
DISTRICT, Subsection (4) MU -la (Mixed -Use Southwest Downtown) District Design
Standards, Paragraph (f) Windows is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN) DISTRICT
(4) MU -la (Mixed -Use Southwest Downtown) District Design Standards
(f) Windows
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In order to ensure that including their proportion, shape, position, location, pattern
and size, contribute to a building's design, the following shall be required:
(i) Windows shall be provided with relief. Examples include architectural
surround, trim, changes in color, changes in texture or soldier coursing.
(ii) Front facades shall have a minimum of forty (40) percent glazing. For
buildings that are more than one story, at least fifty (50) percent of the
required glazing must be on the ground floor.
(iii) At least twenty-five (25) percent of the wall area on any side or rear
elevation facing a public street, park or plaza shall consist of glazing or as
permitted by the Building Code, whichever is less.
(iv) For unique security or display purposes, including but not limited to art
galleries and jewelry stores, ground floor glazing requirements may be
reduced by the DSO Planner.
(v) To assist with energy efficiency, the DSO Planner may consider an
alternative design solution to glazing requirements.
ARTICLE 49
That Section 11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN)
DISTRICT, Subsection (4) MU -la (Mixed -Use Southwest Downtown) District Design
Standards, Paragraph (h) Roofing Materials is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN) DISTRICT
(4) MU -1a (Mixed -Use Southwest Downtown) District Design Standards
(h) Roofing Materials
(i)
Roofing materials for pitched roofs shall consist of a minimum twenty-five
(25) year architectural dimensional shingles, tile (clay, cement, natural or
manufactured stone), non -reflective prefinished metal, copper or other
similar materials as approved by the DSO Planner. Portions of the roof
screened by pitched roof sections shall be permitted to be flat to provide for
mechanical equipment wells or roof decks provided all pitched sections of
the roof meet the roofing material requirements.
(ii) All roof -mounted mechanical equipment shall be screened from public view
by parapets so as to not be visible from an abutting street, public plaza or
public open space. Screening shall utilize the same or similar materials as
the principal structure.
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ARTICLE 50
That Section 11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN)
DISTRICT, Subsection (9) Compatibility Standards for Uses Next to Existing Single -Family
Residences. Sub -paragraph (a) is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.418.1 MU -la (MIXED-USE SOUTHWEST DOWNTOWN) DISTRICT
(9)
Compatibility Standards for Uses Next to Existing Single -Family Residences
(a) In addition to the compatibility standards provided in Section 11.418.1(8) above,
properties adjacent to existing detached single-family residences, as identified and
listed by separate resolution adopted by City Council shall meet the following
requirements:
(i) New structures that abut an existing single-family residential use shall have a
setback of five (5) feet or greater from the neighboring property line that
abuts the residence with no less than ten (10) feet of separation between
buildings.
(ii) The height of the structure abutting an existing single-family residential use
is limited to the height of the single-family structure's nearest wall excluding
the roof and attic plus one (1) foot in height from every foot of distance from
the existing single-family residential use, as illustrated below.
(iii) Any windows facing an existing single-family residential use shall be
translucent but not allow visibility into the side setback of the adjacent
single-family lot.
(iv) All land uses other than single-family shall be required to install and
maintain a fence a minimum of six (6) feet in height along a property line
which abuts an existing single-family use.
1. Fences shall be constructed of the following materials: masonry
materials such as brick, stone or decorative reinforced concrete, or
other equivalent material approved by the DSO Planner.
2. Fence posts shall be constructed of rust -resistant metal parts,
concrete -based masonry or concrete pillars of sound structural
integrity.
3. Fence panels shall be top and bottom capped. All fences shall
provide a finished face abutting a single-family use.
4. The construction material of the fence shall compliment the material
used on the principal building located on the same lot.
(v) Except as provided herein, an eating establishment use and associated
parking that abuts an existing single-family residential use shall not have a
full commercial kitchen. Uses with limited kitchens, such as, but not limited
to, coffee houses or sandwich shops are permitted.
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ARTICLE 51
That Section 11.421 CT (CHISHOLM TRAIL OVERLAY) DISTRICT, Subsection (4)
Special Criteria for Site Plan Approval is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.421 CT (CHISHOLM TRAIL OVERLAY) DISTRICT
(4) Special Criteria for Site Plan Approval
(a) All plans for new construction in the CT district are subject to the approval of the
DSO Manager(s) prior to the issuance of a building permit.
(b) The DSO Planner shall consider the following design criteria as part of review of
building plans:
(i) The architecture of all buildings and structures shall be compatible with the
style of 19th century Central Texas buildings and structures. This provision
shall not prohibit the construction of multi story or multi level structures, but
shall ensure that the design of such structures is compatible with the
architecture of the surrounding historic landmark buildings.
(ii) All buildings shall be constructed with a limestone exterior constituting a
minimum of 50 percent coverage of all building faces, with the remainder to
consist of rustic wood and nonreflective window/door glass.
(iii) All structures other than buildings shall be constructed of limestone and
wood to the extent practicable.
(iv) Metal may be used where structurally required and shall be integrated into
the design of the building or structure or shall be appropriately camouflaged.
Metal may also be used in a decorative manner in keeping with the theme of
the surrounding historic landmark buildings.
(v) Roofing materials may be metal, wood, tile, or such other material as may be
approved by the DSO Planner. Only one category of roofing material shall
be used on all roof surfaces of a given structure.
(vi) The use of plastics shall be permitted only when no other material is suitable
for a particular application and only when that application is necessary and
integral to the function of a building or structure.
(vii) All buildings or structures located upon a lot having frontage onto Chisholm
Trail shall provide a primary pedestrian entrance and building facade on
Chisholm Trail. When a lot has more than one street frontage, more than one
primary entrance and building facade may be developed. In no case shall any
street yard fronting Chisholm Trail give the appearance as a service entrance
for a building or structure.
(viii) All parking and other service areas shall be located and designed so as to
achieve maximum screening from Chisholm Trail.
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ARTICLE 52
That Section 11.422 PV (PALM VALLEY OVERLAY) DISTRICT, Subsection (3)
Density & Development Standards, Paragraph (a) Build -to Lines, Sub -paragraph (v) is hereby
amended to read as follows:
11.422 PV (PALM VALLEY OVERLAY) DISTRICT
(3)
Density & Development Standards
(a) Build -to Lines
(v) With the approval of the DSO Planner, the minimum build -to lines
established above may be modified to allow for pedestrian passages or
protected spaces that create wider sidewalk areas for cafes, patios or other
types of outdoor pedestrian activities as well as driveways and access to
parking.
ARTICLE 53
That Section 11.422 PV (PALM VALLEY OVERLAY) DISTRICT, Subsection (3)
Density & Development Standards, Paragraph (b) Building Materials, Sub -paragraph (iii) is
hereby amended to read as follows:
11.422 PV (PALM VALLEY OVERLAY) DISTRICT
(3) Density & Development Standards
(b) Building Materials
(iii) Exterior Wall Finish for nonresidential buildings
1. Any exterior wall facing a public right-of-way, parking area, or
public open space, shall be masonry, except for doors, windows and
trim. Masonry shall mean brick, stone, stucco, or similar material
approved in writing by the DSO Planner. Stucco shall not comprise
more than 50 percent of the exterior finish (breezeways are not
included in this calculation).
2. The exterior wall finish of all other sides of the building (not facing
a public right-of-way) shall be constructed of brick, stone, stucco,
decorative concrete masonry unit (CMU), standard Exterior
Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) for exterior finish above 8 ft.,
abuse resistant EIFS for exterior finish below 8 ft., concrete tilt wall,
or similar material approved in writing by the DSO Planner.
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ARTICLE 54
That Section 11.422 PV (PALM VALLEY OVERLAY) DISTRICT, Subsection (3)
Density & Development Standards, Paragraph (d) Palm Valley Overlay District Additional
Signage Standards, Sub -paragraph (v) is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.422 PV (PALM VALLEY OVERLAY) DISTRICT
(3)
Density & Development Standards
(d) Palm Valley Overlay District Additional Signage Standards
(v) Directional signs solely for the purpose of directing traffic or identifying
buildings shall be permitted provided they are restricted to a size required for
their function as determined by the DSO Planner.
ARTICLE 55
That Section 11.423 Supplementary Use Standards, Subsection (20.1) Residential to
Office Conversion, Paragraph (h) Fencing Requirement is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.423 SUPPLEMENTARY USE STANDARDS
(20.1) Residential to Office Conversion
(h) Fencing Requirement
All residential to office conversions shall be required to install and maintain a fence
constructed of masonry materials such as brick, stone, decorative reinforced concrete,
or other equivalent material approved by the DSO Planner, a minimum of six (6) feet
in height along every property line which abuts residential uses. The DSO Planner
may waive the requirement based upon a finding of all of the following:
i. The DSO Planner determines that due to the site plan layout and/or existing
conditions, potential impacts will be negligible;
ii. The DSO Planner receives a letter from the abutting residential property
owner requesting that the fence not be installed; and
iii. The DSO Planner determines that existing and/or proposed vegetation will
serve as an adequate screen.
ARTICLE 56
That Section 11.423 Supplementary Use Standards, Subsection (27) Utilities is hereby
amended to read as follows:
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11.423 SUPPLEMENTARY USE STANDARDS
(27) Utilities
(a) Minor Utilities
Minor utilities shall be treated as ground -mounted mechanical equipment and shall
comply with the district -specific standards and any required landscaping standards in
Section 11.501.
(b) Intermediate and Major Utilities
Except as provided in paragraph (c) below, Intermediate and Major Utilities are
required to provide an eight (8) foot high masonry fence (or alternate material
approved in writing by the DSO Manager(s)) with landscaping in compliance with
Section 11.501. The facility shall be secured.
(c) MU -la District
Major Utilities in an MU -1a District shall be fully enclosed within a building.
ARTICLE 57
That Section 11.425 Temporary Buildings and Structures, Subsection (2) Temporary
Buildings and Subsection (5) Use of Temporary Buildings or Temporary Outdoor Storage
During Expansions, Remodeling or Reconstruction are hereby amended to read as follows:
11.425 TEMPORARY BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
(2) Temporary Buildings
No temporary building or structure shall be erected in any required setback area.
(a) Temporary buildings providing classrooms for schools, religious institutions and
other similar facilities may be permitted only where such buildings are part of an
approved site plan for future development of the site.
(b) Temporary buildings, where permitted, are subject to site plan approval. The DSO
Manager(s) may require buffering or screening as set forth in Section 11.501.
(c) Temporary buildings shall not be placed in front of the principal building, or in any
street yard of the principal building. Temporary buildings shall not interfere with on-
site circulation.
(5) Use of Temporary Buildings or Temporary Outdoor Storage During Expansions, Remodeling
or Reconstruction
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The following regulations shall apply to the use of temporary buildings or temporary outdoor
storage during expansions, remodeling or reconstruction:
(a) The temporary buildings or the temporary outdoor storage can only be used to
accommodate staff, equipment or inventory displaced by the expansion, remodel or
reconstruction.
(b) The location of the temporary building or temporary outdoor storage must be shown
on a site plan; and reviewed and approved by the DSO Manager(s). The location
requirements are as follow:
(i) The placement of temporary outdoor storage shall not conflict with any
vehicle circulation.
(ii) The placement of temporary outdoor storage shall not conflict with any
public utilities, easements or rights-of-way.
(iii) If an alternative location exists, the temporary outdoor storage shall not be
placed within the street yard.
(iv) The location of the temporary building or temporary outdoor storage shall
meet the accessory building requirements for that zoning district.
(c) Upon review and approval by the DSO Manager(s), a temporary use permit, as
provided for in Section 11.305, shall be applied for all temporary buildings and
temporary outdoor storage used during the expansion, remodeling or reconstruction
of an existing business.
(d) Separate building permits shall be obtained for the temporary building or temporary
outdoor storage; and the expansion, remodel or reconstruction of the existing
business.
(e) The temporary building or temporary outdoor storage shall be removed no later than
forty-five (45) days after the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy for the building
permit related to the expansion, remodel or reconstruction of the existing business.
(f) The business undergoing the expansion, remodel or reconstruction must be an
existing business and not a new business, changing businesses or changing uses.
(g) An existing site plan for the existing business must already be on file with the City.
(h) Temporary outdoor storage uses shall also comply with the requirements provided in
Section 11.505(3)(c).
ARTICLE 58
That Section 11.426 Height and Placement Requirements, Subsection (3) Setbacks is
hereby amended to read as follows:
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11.426 HEIGHT AND PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS
(3) Setbacks
Setbacks refer to the open area between the furthermost projection of a structure and the
property line of the lot on which the structure is located, except as modified by the standards
of this section.
(a) Features Allowed Within Setbacks
The following features may be located within a required setback:
(i) Trees, shrubbery or other landscape features may be located within setbacks.
(ii) Fences and walls, provided that they are in compliance with any specific
requirements of the zoning district.
(iii) Driveways and parking pads may be located in front and street side setbacks.
(iv) Sidewalks may be located in setbacks.
(v) Utility lines, wires and associated structures, such as power poles may be
located in setbacks.
(vi) Satellite dish antennas are treated as accessory buildings, and may not be
placed in required setbacks for accessory buildings.
(b) Comer Lot Vision Clearance
On all corner lots, nothing shall be erected, placed, planted or allowed to grow in
such a manner to impede vision between a height of three feet and ten feet above the
centerline grades of the intersecting streets in the area bounded by the curb lines of
such corner lots and a line joining points along the curb lines 40 feet from the point
of the intersection. See Section 11.501 for additional requirements.
(c) Contextual Setbacks
Where 51 percent or more of the frontage within a block is occupied or partially
occupied by a building or buildings with front yards of less depth than required by
this Chapter, the remainder of that block may be developed by observing the
established front yard line, if approval thereof is granted by the DSO Planner.
(d) Special Setbacks
Where setback lines have been established on any street by the appropriate approval
authority of a subdivision plat, such setback lines shall prevail over the front setbacks
of the underlying zoning district if greater than those required by the underlying
zoning district.
(e) Structures Built Over Property Lines
Where structures are built over one or more property lines and the lots are owned by
the same Person, the setback requirements applicable to the property lines crossed do
not apply.
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ARTICLE 59
That Section 11.501 Landscaping, Subsection (1) Purpose and Intent, Paragraph (b)
Landscape Plans and Subsection (3) Parking Areas, Paragraph (b) Interior Parking Lot
Landscaping and Paragraph (c) Perimeter Parking Lot Landscaping in the MU -la District are
hereby amended to read as follows:
11.501 LANDSCAPING
(1) Purpose and Intent
(b) Landscape Plans
The landscape requirements set out in this Section 11.501 shall be depicted in the
landscape plans, which shall be a part of the site plans required under Section 11.306
of this Code and shall also include the information set out in the site development
checklist, as required by the DSO Planner. The landscape plans shall be prepared
and sealed by a registered landscape architect, who is an individual currently
registered or licensed by the State of Texas to practice landscape architecture.
(3) Parking Areas
(b) Interior Parking Lot Landscaping
(i)
A landscaped end island with a minimum width of ten (10) feet from back of
curb to back of curb shall be provided at the terminus of each parking bay. All
end islands shall be landscaped with a minimum of one large tree.
(ii) A median island with a minimum width of ten (10) feet, from back of curb to
back of curb, shall be sited between every six (6) single parking bays and
along primary internal and external access drives. Median intervals may be
expanded in order to preserve existing trees, provided an alternative median
location has been approved by the DSO Planner.
(iii) Landscaping within a median shall consist of medium trees. Spacing
between trees shall not exceed forty (40) feet on center.
(c) Perimeter Parking Lot Landscaping in the MU -1a District
The requirements provided below only apply to perimeter parking lot landscaping in
the MU -1a District and are in lieu of the requirements provided in Section
11.501(3)(a). Landscaping shall be provided between parking areas and all public
streets. The minimum landscaping required for this purpose shall be based on the
measured linear footage that extends along the length of the property line (excluding
driveways) adjacent to the public or private right-of-way. To determine the minimum
quantity of landscaping the following guidelines apply:
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(i) A minimum six (6) foot planting clearance, free of utilities, sidewalks and
obstructions; and
(ii) One (1) small tree species per twenty (20) linear feet or one (1) medium tree
every forty (40) linear feet; and
(iii) One (1) five (5) gallon container size large shrub per four (4) linear feet,
which maybe grouped to encourage strategic views into the site; and
(iv) A three (3) foot high fence constructed of wrought iron or similar material,
as approved by the DSO Planner; or an additional shrub per four (4) linear
feet.
ARTICLE 60
That Section 11.501 Landscaping, Subsection (2) Compliance, Paragraph (e) General
Planting Requirements, Sub -paragraph (iv) is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.501 LANDSCAPING
(2) Compliance
(e) General Planting Requirements
(iv) If a site has four hundred feet or more of frontage on a public street, then no
more than 20% of the street yard trees shall be from the same species. Sites
with less than 400 feet of frontage shall have no restriction on the species of
street yard trees, provided the species are included on the approved list in the
City of Round Rock Tree Technical Manual: Standards and Specifications.
On all other areas of a site, there shall be no more than 20% from the same
species. No more than 50% of the shrubs planted on a site shall be from the
same species. These standards may be varied by the City Forester and DSO
Planner if a specific design element is being sought by the landscape
architect.
ARTICLE 61
That Section 11.501 Landscaping, Subsection (3) Parking Areas, Paragraph (b) Interior
Parking Lot Landscaping, Sub -paragraph (ii) is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.501 LANDSCAPING
(3)
Parking Areas
(b) Interior Parking Lot Landscaping
(ii) A median island with a minimum width of ten (10) feet, from back of curb to
back of curb, shall be sited between every six (6) single parking bays and
along primary internal and external access drives. Median intervals may be
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expanded in order to preserve existing trees, provided an alternative median
location has been approved by the DSO Planner.
ARTICLE 62
That Section 11.501 Landscaping, Subsection (4) Compatibility, Paragraph (b),
Screening, Sub -paragraph (i) Detention and/or Water Quality Ponds is hereby amended to
read as follows:
11.501 LANDSCAPING
(4) Compatibility
(b) Screening
(i) Detention and/or Water Quality Ponds
All proposed detention and water quality facilities shall be screened by
means of the following landscape elements:
1. One medium tree shall be planted for every thirty (30) linear feet
around the boundary of the detention and/or water quality pond; and
2. One small size shall be planted for every fifteen (15) linear feet
around the boundary of the detention pond and/or water quality
pond; and
3. One large shrub (minimum five (5) gallon size) shall be planted for
every four (4) linear feet around the boundary of the detention pond
and/or water quality pond; and
4. Landscaped berm (minimum 3'0"in height); or
5. Masonry Wall (minimum 3'0"in height).
6. Required trees shall be located to maximize the screening of the
ponds.
Exceptions to the screening requirement for detention and/or water quality
ponds may be administratively granted by the DSO Planner for a facility
designed as a site amenity feature (i.e. pond with fountain, ball field, etc.)
ARTICLE 63
That Section 11.501 Landscaping, Subsection (4) Compatibility Paragraph (b)
Screening, Sub -paragraph (vi) Loading Docks and Loading Spaces is hereby amended to read
as follows:
11.501 LANDSCAPING
(4) Compatibility
(b) Screening
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(vi) Loading Docks and Loading Spaces
1. All loading docks shall be screened by means of the following
screening and landscaping elements:
A. Decorative masonry wall (minimum six feet [6'0"] in
height). If the wall includes a gate, it shall be constructed
with an opaque non -masonry material. The construction
materials of the wall shall match material used on the
principal building located on the same lot; and
B. One medium tree per thirty (30) linear feet of wall
constructed (75% of selected trees shall be of an evergreen
species); and
C. One small tree per fifteen (15) linear feet of wall
constructed (75% of selected trees shall be of an evergreen
species); and
D. One large shrub per four (4) linear feet of wall constructed.
2. All loading spaces within a street yard shall be screened by means
of the following screening and landscape elements:
A. Decorative masonry wall (minimum six feet [6'01 in
height). If the wall includes a gate, it shall be constructed
with an opaque non -masonry material. The construction
materials of the wall shall match material used on the
principal building located on the same lot; or
B. Alternative landscape screening to ensure screening from
the right-of-way, as approved by the DSO Planner in
accordance with Section 11.501(4)(b)(vii) and 11.501(5).
ARTICLE 64
That Section 11.501 Landscaping, Subsection (5) Alternative Compliance is hereby
amended to read as follows:
11.501 LANDSCAPING
(5) Alternative Compliance
In cases where a particular site opportunity exists, or where there is an unusual construction or
site circumstance, an alternative landscape plan which may not strictly comply with the terms
of this section may be submitted for approval to the DSO Planner.
(a) Standards
Approval shall be based on the applicant's ability to design a plan that substantially
meets the intent of the Code.
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(b) Letter
The plan must be submitted with a letter stating how the plan meets the intent of the
Code and the details of the methods used to meet the intent. In addition, a
comparison detailing the landscape elements required to satisfy strict compliance
versus the alternative plan must be provided.
ARTICLE 65
That Section 11.502 Off -Street Parking and Loading, Subsection (2) Off -Street Parking
Requirements Paragraph (a) Off -Street Parking Requirements Table is hereby amended to
read as follows:
11.502 OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
(2) Off -Street Parking Requirements
(a) Off -Street Parking Requirements Table
The following table lists minimum off-street.arki
Off -Street Parking Requirements
General Requirement
Additional Requirement
Residential Uses
SF; detached
2 per dwelling unit
2 garage enclosed parking spaces
SF; zero lot line
2 per dwelling unit
2 garage enclosed parking spaces
Village residential
2 per dwelling unit
2 garage enclosed parking spaces
SF; attached
2 per dwelling unit
2 garage enclosed parking spaces
Townhouse
2 per dwelling unit
2 garage enclosed parking spaces
Apartment
1.5 per 1 -bedroom unit
2 per 2 -bedroom unit
2.5 per 2+ bedroom unit
Additional 5 percent of total
number of required spaces
Upper story residential
1.5 per bedroom
Group homes of six or less
persons
na
Group homes of more than six
persons
1 per 2 bedrooms
1.5 per 2 employees
All other Group Living
1 per 2 bedrooms
1.5 per 2 employees
Public and Civic Uses
Community Service
1 per 250 ft2 GFA
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Off -Street Parking Requirements
General Requirement
Additional Requirement
In-home day care of six or
fewer children
na
Day Care
3.5 per 1000 ft2 GFA
Vehicle stacking spaces included in
any student drop-off area may
qualify as permitted parking spaces
provided the drop-off area meets
the specifications described in
(11.502.8.e) below.
Elementary Schools
3 per classroom
Middle Schools
3 per classroom
High Schools
10 per classroom
All other Educational
Facilities
20 per classroom
Government Facilities
1 per 250 ft2 GFA
1 per fleet vehicle
Hospitals
1 per 4 patient beds
Institutions
1 per 250 ft2 GFA
1.5 per 2 employees
Community Parks
varies
Parking requirement based on uses
in park; must be reviewed and
approved by DSO Manager(s)
Amenity Centers
1.5 per 250 ft2 GFA
'arks/Linkages Trailheads
varies
Parking requirement based on uses
in park; must be reviewed and
approved by DSO Manager(s)
Golf courses and Country
clubs
4 spaces per hole
1.5 per 250 ft2 GFA of accessory
use structures
Cemeteries, Columbaria,
Mausoleums,
Memorial Parks, and
Crematoria
1 per 50 internment plots
(cemeteries and memorial parks);1
per 350 ft2 GFA (mausoleum and
crematorium)
Funeral Home
1 per 100 ft2 GFA
Minimum of 20 spaces
Park and Ride Facility
na
All other Passenger Terminals
2 per 250 ft2 GFA
Place of Worship
1 per 3 seats
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Off -Street Parking Requirements
General Requirement
Additional Requirement
Place of Worship with 2500
sq. ft. or less of
accessory uses
1 per 3 seats in place of worship
Spaces necessary to accommodate
accessory use based on requirement
for accessory use
Place of worship with more
than 2500 sq. ft. of
accessory uses
1 per 3 seats in place of worship
Spaces necessary to accommodate
accessory use based on
requirement for accessory use
Wireless Transmission
Facilities
none
Major Utilities
1 per facility
1 additional per 250 ft2 GFA;1 per
fleet vehicle
Intermediate Utilities
none
Minor Utilities
none
Commercial Uses
Eating Establishments
1 per 100 ft2 GFA (includes any
outdoor seating and waiting areas)
Entertainment, Outdoor
1 per 250 ft2 GFA structural area
1 per two seats
Office
1 per 250 ft2 GFA
Medical Office Building
1 per 200 ft2 GFA
Bed and Breakfast
1 per bedroom
1.5 per 2 resident owners
All other Overnight
Accommodation
1 per bedroom
1.5 per 2 employees;1 per 150 ft2
conference space
Parking, Commercial
none
Indoor entertainment activities
1 per 250 ft2 GFA or, 1 per 4 seats
for theaters
1 additional per 500 ft2 GFA up to
50,000 ft2 GFA; 1 per 1000 ft2
thereafter, excluding theaters
Heavy equipment sales and
leasing
1 per 250 ft2 GFA
1 additional per 500 ft2 GFA up to
50,000 ft2 GFA
Shopping Centers larger than
100,000 ft2
1 per 225 ft2 GFA
All other Retail Sales and
Service
1 per 250 ft2 GFA
Self -Service Storage
1 space per 50 storage units
Car wash, full service
1 per 150 ft2 GFA
Shall meet off-street stacking space
requirements from this Section.
Car wash, self-service
1 per facility
Shall meet off-street stacking space
requirements from this Section.
Vehicle repair and body shop
facilities
2 per service bay
Shall meet off-street stacking space
requirements from this Section.
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Off -Street Parking Requirements
General Requirement
Additional Requirement
Auto service facilities
2 per service bay
Shall meet off-street stacking space
requirements from this Section.
Vehicle sales, rental or leasing
facilities
1 per 500 ft2 GFA indoor facility
1 additional per 1000 ft2 GFA
outdoor lot area
All other Vehicle Sales and
Service
1 per 250 ft2 GFA
5 per service bay
Industrial Uses
Light Industrial Service,
Manufacturing, and
Assembly
1 per 500 ft2 GFA indoor facility,
except indoor storage
1 additional per 1000 ft2 GFA
outdoor facility; 1 per 2,500 ft2
indoor storage area
Warehouse and Freight
Movement
1 per 500 ft2 GFA indoor facility,
except indoor storage
1 additional per 1000 ft2 GFA
outdoor facility; 1 per 2,500 ft2
indoor storage area
Mineral Extraction
1 per 300 ft2 GFA indoor facility
1.5 per 2 employees
Waste -Related Service
1 per 250 ft2 GFA
1 additional per 1000 ft2 GFA
outdoor facility; 1 per 2,500 ft2
indoor storage area
Wholesale Trade
1 per 300 ft2 GFA indoor facility,
except indoor storage
1 additional per 1000 ft2 GFA
outdoor facility; 1 per 2,500 ft2
indoor storage area
ARTICLE 66
That Section 11.502 Off -Street Parking and Loading, Subsection (3) Alternative
Parking Plan and Shared Parking is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.502 OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
(3) Alternative Parking Plan and Shared Parking
(a) Alternative Parking Plan
An alternative parking plan may be approved by the DSO Manager(s) for specific
developments that are deemed to require a different amount of parking than the
standards shown in the Off -Street Parking Requirements table. The DSO Manager(s)
shall establish conditions necessary to insure the adequacy of future on site parking
when approving an alternate parking plan. Any alternative standard shall meet the
criteria below.
(i)
The use of the building is specific and occupied by a single user.
(ii) The applicant provides a detailed breakdown of his or her parking
requirements indicating employee counts, shift distribution and visitor or
customer needs.
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(iii) The applicant provides a site plan showing how additional parking to meet
standard requirements would be provided if the use changed or parking
needs increase.
(b) Shared Parking
Required parking for one use may satisfy the requirements for another use if the non-
residential uses have different peak hour parking needs and the following:
(i) The following documentation shall be submitted to the City as part of the
DSO process if requesting shared parking.
1. The names and addresses of the uses and the owners or tenants that
are sharing the parking;
2. The location and number of parking spaces that are being shared;
3. An analysis showing that the peak parking demands for the different
uses occur at different times and that the parking area will supply at
least the minimum number of required spaces for each use during its
respective peak parking time;
4. A legal instrument such as an easement that guarantees access to the
joint parking for all uses;
5. A shared parking agreement executed by all the users and the owner
of the property proposed to be used for parking; and
6. The agreement shall be notarized and recorded, with a provision that
the consent of the City must be obtained for termination of the
agreement.
(ii) In the event of the termination of an existing shared parking agreement, a
new shared parking agreement shall be executed within sixty (60) days prior
to termination. If a new shared parking agreement is not executed, then
documentation shall be submitted to the DSO Manager(s) supporting that the
uses on all affected properties meet their respective parking requirements.
This process of amending a shared parking agreement applies to all existing
parking agreements impacted by sale, change of use, or expansions on any
affected property.
(c) Alternative Agreements
In limited cases, off-site parking agreements, and reciprocal access and parking
agreements may be approved by the DSO Manager(s).
ARTICLE 67
That Section 11.502 Off -Street Parking and Loading, Subsection (5) Downtown
Development Area Special Requirements is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.502 OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
(5)
Downtown Development Area Special Requirements
(a) The property owners of all properties located within the Downtown Development
Area which are zoned C-1 (General Commercial) and are adjacent to streets with
rights-of-way 80 feet wide or greater, other than Round Rock Avenue, Mays Street,
and the east side of South Lampasas Street from Bagdad Street to the alleyway
between Bagdad Street and East Main Street, shall be permitted to utilize said rights-
of-way for on -street parking spaces to meet the City's parking requirements.
In order to utilize the rights-of-way for parking spaces as provided above, all of the
following conditions shall be met:
(b)
(i) The property owner shall set aside, within the property's buildable area, an
open, undeveloped, unpaved area having the same square footage as that
portion of the right-of-way used for on -street parking.
(ii) The property owner shall maintain the on -street parking area, including, but
not limited to, landscaping, pavement repair, drainage, and striping.
(iii) For each 15 on -street parking spaces or fraction thereof, the property owner
shall provide either two landscaped islands 9 feet by 20 feet or one
landscaped island 18 by 20 feet as determined by the DSO Manager(s).
(iv) The property owner shall submit to the City a site plan depicting the on -
street parking spaces, the required landscaped islands, and the open,
undeveloped portion of the property, for the review and approval of the DSO
Manager(s) and the Director of Public Works prior to construction of any on -
street parking spaces.
(v) Any on -street parking spaces located on West Main Street shall be
constructed with brick pavers comparable in color and style with the brick
pavers used for the sidewalks adjacent to Round Rock Avenue between IH
35 and Mays Street.
(vi) The Director of Public Works shall determine that the use of on -street
parking will not adversely affect drainage within the area.
(vii) No on -street parking shall be located within 40 feet of any curb corner.
(viii) All parking spaces shall be a minimum of 9 feet by 18 feet.
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ARTICLE 68
That Section 11.502 Off -Street Parking and Loading, Subsection (6) Rules for
Computing Requirements, Paragraph (e) Unlisted Uses is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.502 OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
(6) Rules for Computing Requirements
(e) Unlisted Uses
Upon receiving a development application for a use not specifically listed in the Off -
Street Parking Requirements Table, the DSO Manager(s) shall apply the off-street
parking standard specified for the listed use that is deemed most similar to the
proposed use or require a parking study in accordance with an Alternative Parking
Plan, as described in Section 11.502(3), above.
ARTICLE 69
That Section 11.502 Off -Street Parking and Loading, Subsection (7) Location, Setbacks
and Buffering of Required Parking is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.502 OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
(7)
Location, Setbacks and Buffering of Required Parking
Except where an alternative parking plan has been approved by the DSO Manager(s), all
required off-street parking spaces shall be located on the same lot as the principal use. Unless
otherwise expressly stated, off-street parking areas shall be set back in accordance with
Section 11.501, Landscaping.
ARTICLE 70
That Section 11.502 Off -Street Parking and Loading, Subsection (10) Vehicle Stacking
Areas is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.502 OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
(10) Vehicle Stacking Areas
(a) Minimum Number of Spaces
Off-street stacking spaces shall be provided as indicated in the following table.
Minimum Off -Street Stacking Spaces
Activity Type
Minimum Spaces
Measured Form
Bank teller lane
4
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Teller or Window
Automated teller machine
3
Teller
Restaurant drive through
6
Order Box
Restaurant drive through
4
Order Box to Pick -Up Window
Auto service facility stalls;
vehicle repair and body shop
stalls
2
Entrance to stall
Car wash stall, automatic
4
Entrance to wash bay
Car wash stall, self-service
3
Entrance to wash bay
Gasoline pump island
2
Pump Island
Determined by DSO Manager(s)
(b) Design and Layout
Required stacking spaces are subject to the following design and layout standards.
(i) Size
Stacking spaces shall be a minimum of 10 feet by 20 feet in size.
(ii) Location
Stacking spaces may not impede on- or off-site traffic movements or
movements into or out of off-street parking spaces.
ARTICLE 71
That Section 11.502 Off -Street Parking and Loading, Subsection (12) Off -Street
Loading is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.502 OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
(12) Off -Street Loading
(a) No Use of Public Right -of -Way
At no time shall goods be loaded or unloaded from the right-of-way of a collector or
arterial street. No part of any vehicle shall be allowed to extend into the right-of-way
of a collector or arterial street while being loaded or unloaded.
(b) Location
Plans for location, design and layout of all loading spaces shall be indicated on
required site plans. Loading space size shall be based on need and in accordance with
standard engineering requirements as determined by the DSO Manager(s).
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ARTICLE 72
That Section 11.504 Access and Circulation, Subsection (2) Easements and Subsection
(3) Design Requirements and Standards are hereby amended to read as follows:
11.504 ACCESS AND CIRCULATION
(2) Easements
(a) Emergency Access Drives
Emergency access drives shall be at least 24 feet in width.
(b) Street Access
No use shall be permitted to take direct access to a street except as permitted in this
Section.
(i) Local Streets
All residential uses may take direct access to local streets. Nonresidential
uses shall not take direct access to local streets, except when no higher street
classification is available.
(ii) Collector Streets
No single-family dwelling shall take direct access to collector streets, except
when no local street is available.
(iii) Arterial Streets
No residential use, other than multifamily, shall take direct access to arterial
streets. When uses take access to an arterial street, the point of access shall
be directly across from another existing point of access, or spaced at least
200 feet from any intersecting street or other point of access to the arterial.
(c) Driveway Connections to Adjacent Development
(i) Driveway connections to adjacent development shall be provided and clearly
identified on any site plan submitted pursuant to this Chapter. All driveway
connections shown on a site plan shall be constructed and stubbed, and
future development of adjacent property shall complete a connection to any
existing stub.
(ii) The DSO Engineer may waive the requirement for a driveway connection
required above in those cases where unusual topography or site conditions
would render such an easement of no useable benefit to adjoining properties.
(iii) The DSO Manager(s) may approve the closure of driveway access in those
cases where adjoining parcels are subsequently developed with a residential
use.
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(3)
Design Requirements and Standards
(a) Minimum Access
Each parcel of land which legally exists on the effective date of this Chapter and
which abuts a street right-of-way shall be permitted at least one access point, except
where restricted by plat note or separate instrument easement.
(b) Additional Access
The DSO Engineer may require more than one access point onto a collector or
arterial street for a single parcel during site plan review provided that the number and
location of access points onto local streets and the additional access points onto
collector and arterial streets shall be approved by the highway authority having
jurisdiction over the roadway from which access is being taken.
(c) Width of Access
The width of access driveways shall be determined by the highway authority having
jurisdiction over the roadway from which access is being taken. However, in no case
shall an individual driveway width be greater than 45 feet, except that the width of a
landscaped center median shall not count towards this standard.
(d) Closure or Relocation of Existing Access Points
The DSO Engineer, in conjunction with the highway authority having jurisdiction
over the roadway from which access is being taken, shall have the authority to require
the closure or relocation of existing access points where multiple access points to the
site are available.
(e) Curb Cuts at Intersections
A curb cut for a corner parcel at the intersection of any streets shall be located the
maximum practical distance from the edge of the right-of-way of the intersecting
streets, without intrusion into any required buffer. The number and location of the
curb cut shall be approved by the highway authority having jurisdiction over the
street from which access is being taken.
ARTICLE 73
That Section 11.701 Administration is hereby amended to read as follows:
11.701 ADMINISTRATION
This Chapter shall be enforced by the Zoning Administrator and/or the DSO Manager(s). No
oversight or dereliction on the part of the Zoning Administrator, the DSO Manager(s) or on the part
of any official or employee of the City shall legalize, authorize, or excuse the violation of any of the
provisions of this Chapter.
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ARTICLE 74
That Section 11.802 Definitions is hereby amended by adding a new definition to the
table to read as follows:
11.802 DEFINITIONS
Term
Definition
The office of the City composed of a DSO Planner Manager and a DSO Engineer
Development Services Manager and other city staff deemed advisable by the City Manager. The role of the
Office ("DSO") Development Services Office is to generally oversee and manage the site plan review
and approval process, the variance process and the administrative adjustment process.
ARTICLE 75
A. All ordinances, parts of ordinances, or resolutions in conflict herewith are expressly
repealed.
B. The invalidity of any section or provision of this ordinance shall not invalidate other
sections or provisions thereof.
C. The City Council hereby finds and declares that written notice of the date, hour, place
and subject of the meeting at which this Ordinance was adopted was posted and that such meeting
was open to the public as required by law at all times during which this Ordinance and the subject
matter hereof were discussed, considered and formally acted upon, all as required by the Open
Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, as amended.
Alternative 1.
By motion duly made, seconded and passed with an affirmative vote of all the Council
members present, the requirement for reading this ordinance on two separate days was dispensed
with.
READ, PASSED, and ADOPTED on first reading this -2.421!) day of
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Alternative 2.
, 2010.
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2010.
READ and APPROVED on first reading this the day of
READ, APPROVED and ADOPTED on second reading this the day of
, 2010.
ATTEST:
ALAN MCGRAW, Mayor
City of Round Rock, Texas
SARA L. WHITE, City Secretary
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ROUND ROCK, TEXAS
PURPOSE. PASSION. PROSPERITY
Agenda Item No. 9C2.
Ci Council Agenda Summar Sheet
Agenda Caption:
Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 11, Code of Ordinances, by replacing the
Development Review Committee (DRC) with the Development Services Office (DSO);
establishing the two DSO Managers; and by moving some of the duties and
responsibilities of the Zoning Administrator to the DSO Managers. (First Reading)
Meeting Date: August 26, 2010
Department: Administration
Staff Person making presentation: Brad Wiseman
Development Services Manager
Item Summary:
The purpose of this ordinance is to amend the Code of Ordinances to incorporate the Development Services Office
(DSO) process. This amendment transfers decision making authority from the Development Review Committee
(DRC) to the DSO thereby reflecting the City's reorganization.
Strategic Plan Relevance:
High Performance Government
Cost: N/A
Source of Funds: N/A
Date of Public Hearing (if required): N/A
Recommended Action: Adoption of Ordinance