§ 8204-2.3. Lot depth.

For all proposed lots, the average lot depth shall not be greater than three times the average lot width unless the Planning Director, upon information presented by the applicant, determines that a greater depth is justified. The applicant shall use the following criteria to justify the modification of this requirement:

(a)

Potential Amount of Grading—The amount and impact of on-site grading may be less with the provision of a greater lot depth.

(b)

Usable Lot Area—The steepness of the topography of proposed lots, the configuration of the parent parcel, and the location of on-site natural features such as barrancas may necessitate a greater depth to provide usable lot areas.

(c)

Flood Hazards—On-site and off-site flood hazards such as streams, tributaries and inundation areas subject to 100-year flood may create a need for a greater depth to provide usable lot areas and buildable sites.

(d)

Sun and Wind Orientation—A greater lot depth may be necessary to provide for passive and active solar heating and natural cooling opportunities.

(e)

Other—Other criteria relevant to unique or uncommon physical features of the property may necessitate a greater depth to provide usable lot areas and buildable sites or to mitigate adverse environmental effects.