HomeMy Public PortalAbout05-27-2014 PSCD Amendment Draft 12 May 2014_201405210931450833 SECTION 5.16 PLEASANT STREET CORRIDOR DISTRICT(PSCD)
(a) Intent and Purpose:
The Pleasant Street Corridor District (PSCD) has been enacted to encourage the best use of the
Pleasant Street Corridor physically, economically, environmentally, and socially while promoting the
best interests of the residents of the Town.
The PSCD is intended to fulfill the goals and objectives contained in the Pleasant Street Corridor
Concept Plan and Implementation Strategy (herein defined as "the Corridor Plan"). The PSCD zoning
is designed to achieve these goals through sound planning and site design principles.
The major objectives of the Corridor Plan are the following:
• Define the character of the corridor
• Facilitate a mix of uses including residential, office, research and development, hotel, retail,
etc.
• Improve quality of life
• Develop at an appropriate scale and size
• Increase real estate investment and maximize development to enhance the Town tax base
• Promote accessibility to and within the district by improving existing and creating new
roadways, mass transit, pedestrian walkways, bicycle paths
• Calm Pleasant Street traffic and manage traffic impacts
• Improve access to the Charles River
• Encourage Smart Growth and Low Impact Development (LID) to develop in an
environmentally sustainable manner, manage storm water, and protect the riparian habitat
(b) District Delineation:
The Pleasant Street Corridor District(PSCD) replaces the westernmost Industrial-3 (1-3) in its
entirety (Waltham border to Myrtle Street). The provisions of this Section shall apply only to the
boundaries of the Pleasant Street Corridor District. Within this District, there will be sub-categories of
PSCD1, PSCD2 which will allow residential mixed use, and PSCD3 which will allow commercial mixed
use.
1. PSCD2 requires projects with a residential component to also include a minimum of 25% of gross
floor area to be commercial.
2. PSCD3 allows a mix of retail, commercial, and light industrial uses, and does not allow for
residential uses.
3. Any area within the Pleasant Street Corridor District that is not classified as PSCD2 or PSCD3
shall be classified as PSCD1.
(c) Authority and Procedures:
The Planning Board shall be the Special Permit Granting Authority (SPGA)for all Special Permits
including Site Plan Review in accordance with Section 9.03 within the PSCD. The Planning Board shall
hold a public hearing in accordance with procedures outlined in Section 9.04. The Planning Board shall
not approve any such Special Permit unless it finds that the four conditions for approval set forth in
Section 9.05(b)of this Zoning Ordinance have been met. For applications requiring Site Plan Review,
the Planning Board shall also consider, among other things, the ten criteria listed in Section 9.03(c).
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(d) Dimensional Criteria:
(1) For baseline criteria, refer to Section 5.04 Table of Dimensional Requirements.
(2) Adjustments to baseline dimensional criteria may be granted for certain development incentive
credits as noted in Section 5.16(h). The maximum allowable adjustments are outlined herein.
(3) Alterations, additions, and extensions to nonconforming structures shall be subject to Section 4.06.
Existing buildings are eligible to receive development incentive credits to create modifications to the
Floor Area Ratio (FAR), maximum building coverage, height, and parking requirements as outlined
in Section 5.16(h).
(4) Maximum Floor Area Ratio:
(A) Mixed-Use Development of which a minimum of 75% of the ground floor is used for
retail/commercial or service use: FAR of 2.0
(B) All other development: FAR 1.0. A maximum FAR of 2.0 may be allowed by Special Permit
for achieving development incentive credits in accordance with Section 5.16(h).
(5) Minimum Lot Area per Dwelling Unit: 800 square feet per dwelling unit.
(6) Heights:
(A) Minimum height: 24 feet
(B) Maximum height: 54 feet/5 stories
(C) Heights in Buffer Areas: Buildings abutting the river, wetlands, a T, or S-6 zoning district
shall incorporate step backs and/or reduced heights to mitigate potential negative impacts
upon these districts and environmentally sensitive areas.
(D) Provisions for Increased Height: The maximum allowable height may be increased up to 66
feet/6 stories with 15 foot step back from the buildings front facade to 79 feet/7 stories
with 45 25 foot step back from the buildings front facade by Special Permit for achieving
development incentive credits in accordance with Section 5.16(h).
(E) All Buildings with a height greater than two stories shall step back any subsequent stories,
(third and above) a minimum of 15 feet, such that the sight lines from the adjoining public
way or Charles River pathway will be visually lessened.
(7) Building Coverage:
(A) Maximum total building coverage: 50% with a maximum of 60% allowed by Special Permit
in accordance with Section 5.16(h)
(B) Maximum footprint(per floor)for a single tenant for retail or restaurant use
• 12,000 square feet
• Up to 40,000 square feet with Special Permit
• No limitation on square feet for non-retail commercial uses
(8) Maximum Impervious Surface: 80%
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(9) Minimum Open Space:
All new development shall have at least twenty percent (20%) of the total site area devoted to Open
Space; required setbacks shall be considered as part of the total area for Open Space. The
required Open Space shall not be used for parking, loading, or roadway purposes and shall be open
and unobstructed to the sky; items such as benches, walkways, planters, landscaping, swimming
pools, kiosks, gazebos, and similar structures shall not be considered as obstructions.
(10) Setbacks:
(A) Build-to Line
• Build-to Line setback shall be 10 feet from front property line for commercial uses as
described in 5.16(b). Setback may increase up to a maximum of 30 feet for purposes of
a plaza, square, courtyard, recessed entrance, or outdoor dining, but not intended for
automobile use. A minimum setback of 15 feet shall apply to residential uses or portions
of buildings not located over commercial space.
• An increased setback up to 30 feet may be required if it is found that strict adherence to
the 10 foot Build-to Line is inconsistent with the Corridor Plan as determined by the
SPGA.
• The Build-to Line shall also allow for averaging to accommodate changes in building
fagade and property boundaries, but shall not be decreased by more than 10%.
(B) Side Yard Setback
• Buildings may be contiguous on a block: zero (0) lot line and/or shared party wall.
• Where a party wall is not possible, setback from property line shall be a minimum of 18
feet.
• Maximum contiguous building wall an a UGGI : 300 feet.
(C) Rear Yard Setback
• 18 feet minimum
(D) Waterfront setback (including wetlands):
• No structures shall be permitted within the 50 feet setback from top of bank or to first
road.
(11) Minimum Lot Area:
• 10,000 square feet.
(12) Minimum Frontage:
No minimum requirement.
(e) Parking Requirements:
(1) The provision of off-street parking shall comply with the requirements of Article VI.
(2) In addition to the requirements pertaining to the quantity of parking spaces, parking areas shall
comply with the following standards to the maximum extent possible:
• Improve and soften the appearance of parking areas.
• Shade and cool parking areas.
• Reduce the amount and rate of stormwater runoff.
• Reduce pollution and temperature of stormwater runoff.
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(A) Location of Parkina:
Any surface parking lot shall, to the maximum extent feasible, be located at the rear or side
of a building, relative to any principal street, public open space, or pedestrian way.
(B) Visual Impact:
In addition to locating parking areas to the rear or side of buildings (or when it is not
feasible), the visual impact of parking areas from sidewalks, streets, the river, and from
adjacent residential zones shall be reduced to the greatest extent possible by screening
with living vegetation, ornamental fencing, or a combination of landscaping and fencing.
(3) Provisions for Parkina Reauirement Reductions:
Reductions of the required number of parking spaces may be granted by Special Permit in
accordance with §6.01(f), Shared Parking, and Section 5.16(h)(3), Alternative Transportation
Incentives, of which the total reduction shall not exceed 15% of the required amount.
(f) Desian Guidelines:
(1) Purpose:
The Design Guidelines are intended to promote certain urban design principles and physical
building characteristics within the Pleasant Street Corridor District. The guidelines are intended to
aid in the review of proposals, but are not intended to discourage innovative architectural design
solutions.
(2) Guidelines:
In general, proposals should seek to satisfy the following:
(A) Be complementary to and provide for a harmonious transition in scale and character
between adjacent sites.
(B) Provide for high-density quality development consistent with the character of building types,
streetscapes, and other community features traditionally found in densely settled areas of
the Town or in the region.
(C) Maintain streetscape continuity with a strong building presence along the primary street
edge.
(D) The size and detailing of buildings shall be pedestrian oriented and incorporate features to
add visual interest while reducing appearance of bulk or mass. Blank walls should be
avoided.
(E) A distinct "sidewalk" presence with incorporation of elements such as planters, traditional
awnings, signage projecting from building facade (blade signage), etc. to enhance the
pedestrian scale and interest of the street.
(F) Avoid prototypical, standardized brand identity-related architecture and signage for
businesses with multiple locations (i.e.: retail "chain"stores and restaurants.)
(g) Environmental Sustainability Guidelines:
(1) Purpose:
The following Environmental Sustainability Guidelines are intended to promote environmentally
responsible site design and green building principles within the PSCD in order to better manage
stormwater, conserve natural resources, and reduce the impact of development on the natural
environment. To provide additional guidance the Town may enact a separate LID and
Stormwater Ordinance.
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(2) Guidelines:
In general, proposals should seek to satisfy the following:
(A) To the maximum extent possible, retain stormwater runoff on-site.
(B) Diminish the heat island effect.
(C) Employ energy conscious design with regard to orientation, building materials, shading,
landscaping, window glazing, and other elements.
(D) To the maximum extent possible, retain existing healthy, viable trees and plant additional
trees.
(E) Incorporate Green roofs (vegetated roof covers)
(F) Use permeable paving materials
(G) Use bioretention systems (such as rain gardens) instead of traditional structural
conveyance systems
(H) Comply with current Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)criteria, as
promulgated by the U.S. Green Building Council.
(1) Utilize energy-efficient technology and renewable energy resources
(J) Incorporate best practices in stormwater management and LID techniques.
(h) Develoament Incentive Credits:
Subject to approval by Special Permit, developments may receive adjustments to the dimensional
criteria and/or parking requirements for achieving one or more of the following:
(1) Enhancinq Public Open Space:
(A) Publicly Useable Open Space:
Developments may receive increases to the maximum allowable building coverage, FAR,
and/or height in accordance with Section 5.16d(6)(D) if a minimum of 50% of the required
open space is designated as `Publicly Useable Open Space"and open to the public from
dawn to dusk. The purpose of this provision is to provide incentives for the setting aside of
lands that are accessible and useable and designed for the enjoyment of the Public. Larger
adjustments may be allowed where Publicly Useable Open Space is contiguous with other
areas of Publicly Useable Open Space to link sites, encourage walking, and/or provide
access to the Charles River.
Charles River Bike Path Connections:
A development that provides a significant contribution to improve, extend, and/or provide
both visual and physical connections to the Charles River bike path as determined by
DCDP Staff may receive increases to the maximum allowable building coverage, FAR,
and/or height in accordance with Section 5.16(d)(6)(D).
(2) Structured/Underground Parking:
Developments that provide the required parking spaces underground or within a structure may
receive increases to the maximum allowable building coverage, FAR, and/or height in accordance
with Section 5.16(d)(6)(D).
(3) Alternative Transportation Incentives:
Developments that encourage the use of alternative modes of transportation shall be eligible to
receive a reduction of the required amount of automobile parking spaces. This credit may be
achieved by demonstrating a reduced demand for automobile parking by the encouragement of
cycling, walking, car sharing, and use of public transit. Possible methods to reduce parking demand
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are the provision of showers for bicycle commuting employees, sheltered bicycle parking, providing
connections to public transit, on-site car sharing services, etc. The reduced parking requirement
shall correspond to the reduced automobile parking demand, but in no case shall exceed 15%.
(4) Conformance with Guidelines:
Development that achieve significant conformance with the Design Guidelines and Environmental
Sustainability Guidelines may receive increases to the maximum allowable building coverage, FAR,
and/or height in accordance with Section 5.16(d)(6)(D). In determining such increases, the SPGA may
seek input, for advisory purposes, from the Conservation Commission, Environment and Energy
Efficiency Committee, Department of Public Works, and other Town Departments, Boards, and
Commissions.
(5) Development of Opportunity Sites:
Development of desirable uses at key opportunity sites as outlined in the Corridor Plan may receive
increases to the maximum allowable building coverage, FAR, and/or height in accordance with
Section 5.16(d)(6)(D).
See Following Pages for Proposed Changes to Table of Use Regulations
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SECTION 5.01 TABLE OF USE REGULATIONS
As a Principal Use S-6 S-10 CR SC T R.75 R1.2 NB LB CB 1-1 1-2 1-3 PSCD OSC
1. Residence
a. Dwelling, Single Family Y Y Y Y Y Y ^YN
N N N N N N N
b Dwelling, existing one-family N N Y SP Y(6) Y N N N N N N N
converted for two-families
C. Dwelling, two family N N Y SP Y(6) Y Y N N N N N N N N
d Existing dwelling converted for N N Y N N SP SP SP SP N N N N N N
three families
e New construction of three N N Y N N SP SP SP SP SP N N N N N
family dwelling structures.
f. Multi-family 4+ N N SP/SR N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR Y(2) N N SP/SR SP/SR N
(12)
Row houses and townhouses
g. 1. Three units N N SP N N SP SP SP SP N N N SP Y(12) N
2. Four to eight units N N SP/SR N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N N N SP/SR SP/SR N
(12)
h. Licensed lodging house N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
i. Hotel and Motel Use N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
(12)
Trailer park or mobile home N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
park
Mixed-use Development
k 1. Up to three residential units N N N N N N N SR(7) SR(7) SR(7) N N SP/SR Y(8,(8) 12) N
2. Greater than three SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR
residential units N N N N N N N (7) (7) (7) N N (8) (8, 12)
N
2. Institutional, Transportation, Utility, and Agricultural Uses
Any religious, educational, or
licensed day care use as
_defined by CH_40A, §3.__________
1. All non-conversions;and,
a new construction and Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
conversions up to 4,000 s.f, of
building area
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2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 SR SR SR SR SR SR SR SR SR SR SR SR SR SR SR
s.f of building area
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As a Principal Use S-6 S-10 CR SC T R.75 R1.2 NB LB CB 1-1 I-2 I-3 PSCD OSC
b Country club, tennis club, SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR
swimming club, nonprofit club.
Commercial agricultural,
nursery garden, greenhouse,
C. ..garden supply_....................
I.-On-up to 5 acres N N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
2. On more than 5 acres Y Y Y Y Y Y PN
Y Y Y l Y Y Y Y Y Y
Existing dwellings converted
for nonprofit club, school, clinic
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1. All non-conversions;and,
d new construction and N N N SP SP SP SP SP SP SP N N N SP N
conversions up to 4,000 s.f. of
building area
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N N N SP/SR N
s.f of building area
e. Cemeteries N N N N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR
Recreational facility owned or
f operated by a Town agency or Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
other governmental agencies
or public open space.
Nursing home, rest home, or
convalescent home provided N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N N N N N N
g the lot fronts on a street at
least 65 feet wide.
3. Business, Office, and Consumer Service Uses
Business offices, bank,
medical and dental buildings,
schools operated for pin
All non-conversions;and,
new construction and
a. conversions up to 4,000 s.f. of N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N
building area __________
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
s.f of building area
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As a Principal Use S-6 S-10 CR SC T R.75 R1.2 NB LB CB 1-1 1-2 1-3 PSCD OSC
Commercial, recreation,
including bowling alley or
skating rink completely
enclosed.
1. All non-conversions;and,
b. new construction and N N N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y N
conversions up to 4,000 s.f. of
__building area__________________ _ _ N � � N
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR
s.f of building area
C. Commercial parking, parking lot for gain. N N N N N �N N Y(10) ( ) (Y 10 Y 10 ( ) ( ) ( ) ( )Y 10 Y 10 Y 10 Y 10 N
New and used vehicles for
d sale or lease and display and N N N N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N N
storage of operable vehicles
only.
Printer, publisher
1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N
e conversions up to 4,000 s.f, of
building area
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
s.f, of building area
Retail stores including liquor
stores.
1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and-------------F_
f. conversions up to 4,000 s.f. of N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y(1) Y(1) Y N
building area
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
s.f of building area
Personal services, such as
barber shop, beauty parlor,
etc.
g. 1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y(1) Y(1) Y N
conversions up to 4,000 s.f, of
building area
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As a Principal Use S-6 S-10 CR SC T R.75 R1.2 NB LB CB 1-1 1-2 1-3 PSCD OSC
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
s.f of building area
Repair and alteration of
clothes and domestic
--furnishings.
1. All non-conversions;and,
h new construction and N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N
conversions up to 4,000 s.f. of
building area
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
s.f of building area
Eating place with or without
li uor.
1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N
i. conversions up to 4,000 s.f, of
building area
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
s.f of building area
Bar or other establishment
where the primary purpose is N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
the sale and consumption of
alcoholic beverages.
Laundry and cleaning,
k. automatic, but not steam N N N N N N N SP SP SP SP SP SP SP N
laundry.
I. Gasoline Service Station N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR N N N N N N
m. Undertaker, funeral parlor. N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N N
n. Adult Stores N N N N N N N N N N SP(5) SP(5) N N N
o. Adult Theaters N N N N N N N N N N SP(5) SP(5) N N N
4. Open-Air Drive-in Retail and Service
Drive-in Bank
1. All non-conversions;and,
a• new construction and N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y Y N N
conversions up to 4,000 s.f. of
building area
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As a Principal Use S-6 S-10 CR SC T R.75 R1.2 NB LB CB 1-1 j 1-2 1-3 PSCD OSC
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N N
s.f of building area
Outdoor amusement park,
b. outdoor sports facility N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
conducted for profit.
Open-air drive-in theater or
C. other open-air place of N N N N N N�j N N N N N N N N N
entertainment.
Car washing establishment
d using mechanical equipment N N N N N N N N N N SP/SR N N N N
for cleaning automobiles and
other equipment.
Drive-in restaurant. Drive-in
e. refreshment stand, drive- N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
through eating establishment.
f. Fast food establishment N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
Outdoor Storage of N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
g' Merchandise.
5. Light Industry, Wholesale, Laboratory
Light Industry
1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and N N N N N N N N N N Y Y Y SP N
a conversions up to 4,000 s.f, of
building area
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
s.f of building area
Non-nuisance manufacturing
1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and N N N N N N N N N N Y Y Y SP N
b conversions up to 4,000 s.f. of
building area______
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
s.f, of building area
Office, including but not limited
to administrative, executive,
C. professional, and similar
offices.
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As a Principal Use S-6 S-10 CR SC T R.75 R1.2 NB LB CB 1-1 j 1-2 1-3 PSCD OSC
1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and N N N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y N
conversions up to 4,000 s.f, of
building area
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
s.f, of building area
d Public or bonded warehouse, N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
parcel or goods distribution.
Laboratories engaged in
research, experimental and
testing activities, including but
not limited to the fields of
biology, chemistry, electronics,
engineering, geology,
medicine, and physics. _______
e' 1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and N N N TNN N N N N N Y Y Y Y N
conversions up to 4,000 s.f, of
building area
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
s.f, of building area
f. Motor Vehicle Repair N N N N N N N N N N SP SP SP N N
g. Motor Vehicle Body Work N N N N N N N N N N SP(4) SP(4) SP(4) N N
h Wholesale business, N N N N N N N N N N SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR SP/SR N
warehouse.
i. Self-Service Storage Facility. N N N N N N N N N N SP(9) SP(9) N N N
Renewable or alternative
energy research, development
or manufacturing facility
1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and N N N N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y N
�' conversions up to 4,000 s.f. of
building area
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N N N N SR SR SR SR N
s.f of building area
6. Heavy Industry
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As a Principal Use S-6 I S-10 I CR SC T R.75 R1.2 NB LB CB I-1 I-2 I-3 PSCD OSC
Open-lot storage of junk,
a scrap, paper, rags, containers N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
or other salvage waste
articles.
Truck or bus terminals, yard or
building for storage or
b' N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
servicing of trucks, trailers or
buses, parking lot for trucks.
Place for exhibition, lettering or
sale of gravestones or
monuments.
1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and
c' conversions up to 4,000 S.f. of N N N N N N N N N N Y N N N N
building area _
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N N N N SP/SR N N N N
s.f of building area
Heavy Industry
1. All non-conversions;and,
new construction and N N N N N N N N N N Y N N N N
d conversions up to 4,000 s.f, of
building area
2. New construction or
conversion greater than 4,000 N N N N N N N N N N SP/SR N N N N
s.f of building area
Storage of flammable gas,
e. liquids, or explosives (non- N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
accessory)
Any trade, Industry, or other
use that is noxious, offensive
or hazardous by reason of
vibration or noise or the
f. emission of odors, dust, gas, N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N
fumes, smoke, cinders,
flashing or excessively bright
light, refuse matter or any
other cause.
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SECTION 5.03 NOTES TO TABLE OF USE REGULATIONS
(1) Commercial uses permitted as described in subsections 5.01(3) (f)and (g)shall be allowed
if said uses meet the following criteria; shall not exceed four thousand (4,000) square feet
in a building or buildings with a Gross Floor Area of less than hundred thousand (100,000)
square feet, or exceed five (5) % of the gross floor area for a building or buildings with a
Gross Floor Area hundred thousand (100,000) square feet or more, except by special
permit.
(2) Multi-family uses are allowed in the CB district as of right if at least the first floor of the
structure in which they are located is used for retail or other business purposes. However,
not more than the first two floors may be used for retail or service related purposes in a
mixed-use project.
(3) For the purpose of this Zoning Ordinance, any public property in the OSC District sold to a
private owner or owners shall be deemed to be in the CR District. Buildings that were
existing at the time of the adoption of the OSC Zone may be used, reconstructed or
rehabilitated for the uses permitted in Section 5.01.
(4) The maximum number of automotive body work shops that shall be permitted in
Watertown is eighteen (18), whether such shops are independent establishments or
associated with motor vehicle repair shops or automotive sales shops. The Board of
Appeals may grant a Special Permit for automobile body repair work only upon the
conditions set forth in Section 9.05 of the Zoning Ordinance and upon the further condition
that the applicant presents evidence satisfactory to the Board of Appeals that the proposed
establishment will be a change of location or a replacement of an existing establishment,
and that the total number of such establishments, including the applicant, does not exceed
eighteen (18).
(5) Adult stores and adult theaters, as defined in Section 2.00 may be allowed by special
permit subject to the following findings and conditions, and to such additional terms and
conditions as the Board of Appeals may impose:
a. No merchandise or services prohibited as obscene and indecent not encompassed by
the definition adult stores and theaters shall be disseminated or available therein.
b. The permitted uses specifically exclude disseminating or offering to disseminate adult
matter to minors, and suffering minors to view the displays or linger in the store shall
be deemed evidence of violation of this section.
c. No adult store or theater shall be located within the same block or five hundred (500)
feet of a residential zone, dwelling house, school, place of worship, church, park,
playground, youth center or of another adult store.
d. Parking requirements for adult stores and theaters shall comply with Article VI. of said
Zoning Ordinance.
(6) In the T District, a new two family dwelling and an existing one family detached dwelling
converted into a two family dwelling on lots of less than 7,500 square feet shall be
permitted as of right if the total floor to area ratio (FAR) does not exceed 0.50. In the T
district only, FAR does not include basement and garage area. A new two family dwelling
and an existing one family detached dwelling converted into a two family dwelling on lots of
less than 7,500 square feet may exceed an FAR of 0.50 if granted a special permit by the
Board of Appeals, but in no instance shall the FAR exceed 0.625.
(7) All residential uses that are part of mixed-use developments shall be located only on floors
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above the ground floor, and in no instance shall more than 15% of any ground floor level
that fronts on a public way be used for the purposes of gaining access to the residential
uses.
(8) See Section 9.07.
(9) Self-Service Storage Facility must be setback 50 feet from all lot lines abutting a residential
use.
(10) A parking lot for gain, as a principle use, and for more than 50 parking spaces, shall only
be permitted by Special Permit in accordance with Section 9.05.
(11) These conversions are only allowed if the lot fronts on a street at least 80 feet wide and
new construction does not increase the existing floor area by more than 25%.
(12) In the PSCD1 and PSCD2 sub-categories, residential uses are permitted as described in
Section 5.16 of the Zoning Ordinance and as indicated with in Table 5.01. Residential uses
are not permitted in the PSCD3.
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