Proposed Lot Coverage
City Council held a workshop on October 4th to discuss lot coverage changes. Below is a list of the major points brought up by individual members:
-evaluate the way building coverage percentage is calculated for private residences
and include terraces, lanais, pool decks, all outdoor living spaces.
-consider eliminating provisions for allowing mechanical equipment
or generators in encroachments on side yards.
-reduce driveways and increase green space…
staff recommendation to 70% greenspace and 30% hardscape
-consider amending pool regulations to ensure pools are far from yard/utility encroachments
-consider special perception requirements in terms of adjacent properties
-consider changes in lot coverage to address environmental, water and sea level issues.
-what can/should be placed in encroachments to set-backs
-address more ways homeowners can retain water on their respective lots
CBIA City GA Council chair, Christian Andres (Architectural Land Design, Inc.) and our CBIA consulting legislative liaison, Kathy Curatolo, participated in the workshop and will be engaging members as this issue evolves.
Below is the overview provided by staff at the workshop.
