City of Corvallis - Land Development Code / Zoning Ordinance: http://www.corvallisoregon.gov/index.aspx?page=328
2006 Land Development Code (includes amendments through May 20, 2013)
RESIDENTIAL ZONES
3.1 RS-3.5 Low Density Zone
3.2 RS-5 Low Density Zone
3.3 RS-6 Low Density Zone
3.4 RS-9 Medium Density Zone
3.5 RS-9(U) Medium Density-University Zone
3.6 RS-12 Medium-high Density Zone
3.7 RS-12(U) Medium-high Density-University Zone
3.8 RS-20 High Density Zone
3.9 (MUR) Mixed Use Residential Zone
3.10 RS-1 Extra-low Density Residential Zone
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COMMERCIAL AND OFFICE ZONES
3.11 (P-AO) Professional and Administrative Office Zone
3.12 Reserved
3.13 Reserved
3.14 (NC) Neighborhood Center Zone
3.15 (RF) Riverfront Zone
3.16 (CB) Central Business Zone
3.17 (CBF) Central Business Fringe Zone
3.18 Reserved
3.19 (MUCS) Mixed Use Community Shopping Zone
3.20 (MUGC) Mixed Use General Commercial Zone
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3.0.30.01 - Residential Use Types
d. Home Business - A lawful activity commonly carried on for profit within a
dwelling and that meets all provisions contained in the Home Business
definition in Chapter 1.6 - Definitions.
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CHAPTER 3.1
LOW DENSITY (RS-3.5) ZONE
This zone implements the Low Density Residential Comprehensive Plan designation, which
allows from two to six dwelling units per acre. The RS-3.5 Zone is retained to provide land
use and development standards for areas of the City that were zoned RS-3.5 and platted
to urban densities as of December 31, 2006. Additionally, the RS-3.5 Zone is retained for
areas of the City that were zoned RS-3.5 as of December 31, 2006, and are less than or
equal to one acre in size. No new areas shall be zoned RS-3.5 and no existing zones shall
be changed to RS-3.5.
Accessory Uses Permitted Outright
Accessory Dwelling Units subject to provisions in Section 4.9.40 of
Chapter 4.9 - Additional Provisions
Home Business, as defined in Chapter 1.6 - Definitions
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CHAPTER 3.2
LOW DENSITY (RS-5) ZONE
This zone implements the Low Density Residential Comprehensive Plan designation, which
allows from two to six dwelling units per acre. The RS-5 Zone is retained to provide land
use and development standards for areas of the City that were zoned RS-5 and platted to
urban densities as of December 31, 2006. Additionally, the RS-5 Zone is retained for
areas of the City that were zoned RS-5 as of December 31, 2006, and are less than or
equal to one acre in size.
The RS-5 Zone also applies to single-family residential areas greater than one acre in size
and that were zoned RS-3.5 at the time of adoption of this Code. The RS-5 Zone is
intended to provide opportunities for a broader range of lot sizes and Housing Types,
consistent with Comprehensive Plan policies that support comprehensive neighborhoods
and affordable housing.
Residential Building Types -
a) Single Detached
b) Single Detached - Zero Lot Line
c) Single Attached - Zero Lot Line, two units
d) Attached - Townhouse, three units
e) Duplex
f) Multi-dwelling - Triplex only
Accessory Uses Permitted Outright
Accessory Dwelling Units subject to provisions in Section 4.9.40 of
Chapter 4.9 - Additional Provisions
Home Business, as defined in Chapter 1.6 - Definitions
Section 3.2.35 - MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES ON ONE LOT OR
PARCEL
Where multiple residential structures are located on a single lot or parcel, the minimum
distance between structures shall be 10 ft.
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Accessory Dwelling Units - Section 4.9.40 of Chapter 4.9 - Additional Provisions
Section 4.9.40 - ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS IN THE RS-1, RS-3.5, RS-5, RS-6,
RS-9, RS-9(U), RS-12, RS-12(U), AND RS-20 ZONES
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) constructed between March 14, 1996, and April 30, 1998,
in accordance with Code provisions in effect at that time shall be recognized as legal
conforming Uses and structures. ADUs constructed after April 30, 1998, shall be
recognized as legal conforming Uses and structures if they were constructed in accordance
with standards in this Section. To be considered legal conforming Uses and structures,
ADUs also shall be constructed with applicable Building Permits and follow established City
procedures.
In addition to complying with the specific requirements of the zone, ADUs are subject to
special development provisions. The developer can choose to develop the ADU in
accordance with the Ministerial Development Option or the General Development Option
listed below.
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Home Business - Defined in Chapter 1.6 - Definitions
Home Business - Lawful commercial activity commonly conducted within a dwelling by
members of the family occupying the dwelling, with up to one additional employee not to
exceed 40 hours per week. The residential character of the dwelling shall be maintained and
the activity conducted in such a manner as not to give an outward appearance nor manifest
any characteristic of a business in the ordinary meaning of the term. The activity also does
not infringe upon the right of neighboring residents to enjoy the peaceful occupancy of their
homes. Garage sales are considered to be home businesses. Bed and Breakfast businesses
that rent up to two bedrooms within owner-occupied dwellings are also considered to be
Home Businesses. To be considered a Home Business, the Use must comply with all of the
following:
a. No display shall indicate from the exterior that the building is being used in whole or
in part for any purpose other than a dwelling, except that signage consistent with
Section 4.7.90.01 of Chapter 4.7 - Sign Regulations is allowed. Garage sales are
exempt from this provision.
b. No outside storage of merchandise or materials. Garage sales are exempt from this
provision.
c. The amount of commercial activity is less intensive than activities permitted in a
commercial zone.
d. The use will not cause excessive or unusual traffic in the vicinity because of deliveries,
pick-ups, parking, sales, or other activities.
e. Noise, smoke, or odors do not exceed those created by normal residential use.
f. Each garage sale is limited in duration to two consecutive days. No more than six
garage sales in one calendar year may be conducted at a residence.
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Section 4.7.90.01 of Chapter 4.7 - Sign Regulations
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