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BEFORE THE COMMON COUNCIL FOR CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE
STATE OF INDIANA
ORDINANCE NO. 2016-OR
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PORTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE (2000-OR-61) TO
ALIGN WITH THE RECENTLY ADOPTED JEFFERSONVILLE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
UPDATE (2015-OR-58).
WHEREAS, the Common Council for the City of Jeffersonville ("Council") is the
legislative body for the City of Jeffersonville ("City"); and
WHEREAS, the Common Council has the statutory authority to adopt ordinances to
protect the health, safety, welfare, aesthetic appearance and orderly development of the
community as set forth in Indiana Code subsection 36-1-3 (Article 1. General Provisions -
Chapter 3. Home Rule); and
WHEREAS, the Common Council has the statutory authority to adopt ordinances
promoting the public health, safety, comfort, morals, convenience, and general welfare of the
community as set forth in Indiana Code subsection 36-7-4-601(b) (Article 7. Planning and
Development - Chapter 4. Local Planning and Zoning); and
WHEREAS, the Director of Planning and Zoning has recommended such changes; and
WHEREAS, the changes are more consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Jeffersonville Plan Commission held a public hearing on November 1,
2016 in accordance with I.C. 36-7-4-604, to review and make a recommendation to City Council
for the establishment of such changes; and
WHEREAS, the Jeffersonville Plan Commission by a majority vote of its entire
membership finds that the proposed changes should be made and that the proposed changed
are in the interest of the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the
community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Common Council that the following
amendments be made to the Zoning Ordinance:
A. The "Downtown Residential Overlay District (DRO)" is adopted into Article Five:
Overlay Districts as shown in Exhibit "A" (a copy of which is attached).
B. The zoning map shall be revised to show the DRO as specified in Exhibit "B": (a
copy of which is attached).
a01&-OR-90
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PORTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE (2000-OR-61) TO
ALIGN WITH THE RECENTLY ADOPTED JEFFERSONVILLE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
UPDATE (2015-OR-58).
C. Article 9 is amended to require a development plan for all new projects in the
Downtown Residential Overlay District with specific requirements set forth in
Exhibit "C" (a copy of which is attached).
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by the Common
Council and approval by the Mayor.
SO ORDAINED this R1 day of /�b U e m beF- , 2016.
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
By: 'lt
Mat O en, President
A EST:
Vicki Conlin, Clerk
Presented by me as Clerk to the Mayor of City of Jeffersonville this
day of/V/)UPJY�1 pPf , 2016.
r Vicki Conlin, Clerk
This Ordinance approved and signed by me this day of/v 0q- 016.
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Mike Mo re, Mayor
STATE OF INDIANA
BEFORE THE JEFFERSONVILLE PLAN COMMISSION
IN RE THE APPLICATION OF
Jeffersonville Department of Planning & Zoning
TO AMEND THE JEFFERSONVILLE ZONING ORDINANCE
CERTIFICATION OF FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION OF PROPOSED
ORDINANCE
Whereas, the Jeffersonville Department of Planning & Zoning filed a petition
before the Jeffersonville Plan Commission to amend the Jeffersonville Zoning
Ordinance (2000-OR-61) to amend Article 5; The proposed amendment would add a
new overlay titled Downtown Residential Overlay District to Article Five and amend
Article Nine. The Docket Number is ZO-16-05.
Whereas, after proper notice by publication, the Jeffersonville Plan Commission
held a public hearing on the petition on November 1, 2016; and,
Whereas, at the conclusion of the hearing the Jefferso ville Plan Commission
voted by a majority vote of its entire membership the proposed
amendment to the Jeffersonville Common Council.
IT IS THEREFORE CERTIFIED that on November 1, the Jeffersonville Plan
Commission favorably recommends that the Jeffersonville Common Council enact by
ordinance the proposed Jeffersonville Zoning Ordinance Amendment as requested in
the petition of Jeffersonville Department of Planning & Zoning.
So certified this 1St day of November, 2016.
Chairman
EXHIBIT "A"
Downtown Residential Overlay (DRO) District
5.4 District Intent& Effect on Uses
DRO; District Intent
The Downtown Residential Overlay(DRO) District is intended to guide both new development and
redevelopment activities as follows:
• Support the vision and goals set forth in the comprehensive plan whereby the City:
o Defines "itself through vibrant downtown living options" that "capitalize on improved access
and economic potential of[the] Ohio River Bridges."
o Promotes"planned growth that results in distinct and deliberate development."
o Supports "the revitalization and environmental clean-up of areas with potential for infill
development"
o Provides "a range of housing options and price ranges to attract a variety of residents"
o Promotes"economic development in targeted focus areas" such as the downtown
• The district further intends to:
o Encourage multifamily housing in the downtown core to utilize existing infrastructure and to
provide an additional local customer base for existing and future downtown businesses
o Remove barriers that may otherwise deter residential development in the downtown area
o Build upon existing successful investments that have helped create a compact, walkable core
and lively pedestrian environment in the downtown.
o Provide housing options for segments of the population (e.g. millennials, empty nesters,
seniors)who are not interested in owning/maintaining a single family residence on the edge
of the community
o Increase the number of residential units in the core of the city, thereby increasing property
values and tax revenue.
DRO; Applicability
• Properties generally located around the Big Four Station, marina and Historic Spring Street as defined
in the official zoning map.
DRO; Effect on Uses
Uses within the base zoning district are permitted throughout the Downtown Residential Overlay(DRO)
District
Article Five:Overlay Districts
Exhibit B — Downtown Residential Overlay District Map
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CITY OF JEFFERSONVILLE
DEPARTMENT OF LAW
Les Merkley, Corporation Counsel/Director of Legal Affairs
* \° 812-285-6493 office
L * lu 812-285-6403 fax
www.cityofjjeffnet
�F;?So Jeffersonville City Hall
500 Quartermaster Court,Suite 250
Jeffersonville,Indiana 47130
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF JEFFERSONVILLE, INDIANA
IN THE MATTER OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PORTIONS
OF THE JEFFERSONVILLE ZONING ORDINANCE (2000-OR-61) TO AMEND
THE PROCESSES, PERMITS AND FEES IN ARTICLE TWELVE OF THE ZONING
ORDINANCE AND AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PORTIONS OF THE ZONING
ORDINANCE TO ALIGN WITH THE RECENTLY ADOPTED JEFFERSONVILLE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATED (2015-OR-58) AS RECOMMENDED BY THE
PLAN COMMISSION
NOTICE OF HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PORTIONS OF
THE JEFFERSONVILLE ZONING ORDINANCE (2000-OR-61) TO AMEND
THE PROCESSES, PERMITS AND FEES IN ARTICLE TWELVE OF THE
ZONING ORDINANCE AND AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PORTIONS OF
THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO ALIGN WITH THE RECENTLY ADOPTED
JEFFERSONVILLE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATED (2015-OR-58)AS
RECOMMENDED BY PLAN COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that the Jeffersonville Department of Planning and Zoning
has filed two (2) Ordinances with the Jeffersonville City Council, Jeffersonville, Indiana
asking for an ordinance amending portions of the Jeffersonville Zoning Ordinance (2000-
OR-61)to amend the processes, permits and fees in Article Twelve (12) of the Zoning
Ordinance and an ordinance amending portions of the Zoning Ordinance to align with the
recently adopted Jeffersonville Comprehensive Plan Updated (2015-OR-58) as
recommended by the Plan Commission.
A public hearing will be held on November 7, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the City
Council Chambers, 1St floor, City Hall, 500 Quartermaster Court, Room 101,
Jeffersonville, Indiana at which time and place all interested persons will be heard in
reference to the matters set out in said ordinance.
Les Merkley
City Attorney
Jeffersonville City Hall
500 Quartermaster Court
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
(812)285-6423
Exhibit C—Article 9 Amendment
Downtown Residential Overlay District
Intent
A. The intent of the Downtown Residential Overlay district is as follows:
• To allow for the creation of urban, infill housing in Jeffersonville's Downtown that is compatible
with the surrounding Downtown Commercial (DC) Zoning;
• To promote development of sufficient density to maximize the return on investment of recent
projects in the Downtown area;
• To promote high quality development that strengthens the quality of life and vibrancy of
Downtown through design that contributes to the unique character,vibrancy and walkability of
the area.
B. The following information is required at the time of filing for development plan approval in this
District.
Detailed description of what is required on these plans is provide later in this Article
• Site Plan (see Section 9-11 for more information)
• Building elevations (see Section 9-12 for more information)
• Sign Plan (see Section 9-13 for more information)
• Lighting Plan (see Section 9-14 for more information)
• Landscape Plan (see Section 9-15 for more information)
• Tree Preservation Plan—(see Section 9-16 for more information)
Building Form & Setbacks
C. In order to receive development plan approval the applicant must satisfy all of the development
standards of the given zoning district with the following modifications/exceptions:
a. Setbacks- In order to maintain and enhance the pedestrian experience within the
downtown area all new buildings shall comply with the following:
i. All new construction shall be constructed with buildings at a zero-foot maximum
setback and occupying at least 75%of the total street frontage and,where located
on more than one street, no less than 50%of the street frontage on any one side of
the building.
1. Exception: Maximum Front Yard Setback may be increased to ten (10)feet
when a design element enhances the use of public space, otherwise zero (0)
feet. Design elements may include: oversized sidewalks; outdoor
patio/seating area; pedestrian plaza with benches and/or flexible seating;
bike racks or bike parking;or other such deliberately shaped area and/or a
focal feature or amenity that, in the judgment of the Plan Commission,
adequately enhances the development's community and public spaces. No
drives or parking may be included in this additional maximum setback.
ii. Buildings located on Spring St. shall maintain a zero-foot maximum setback along
90%of the Spring St. face. Architectural details such as columns, pilasters, arcades,
alcoves, recesses,etc,that give added depth at the street level may be provided so
long as the predominant face of the building meets the setback requirements.
iii. Canopies or awnings may extend over any street-front property line a distance of
four(4)feet.
iv. Setbacks for accessory structures shall be reduced to two (2)feet. Accessory
structures shall be located adjacent to alleys or side lot lines and shall not be placed
along street faces.
Exhibit C—Article 9 Amendment
residents can be reduced to eight (8)feet wide by sixteen (16)feet long and
designated as "compact." If any portion of the building is used for a commercial
enterprise,the parking requirements for the DC district as modified above shall be
followed for that portion of the building.
Design Guidelines/ Development Standards
D. In addition to the general standards that apply to the building's respective zoning district,the
following design guidelines apply to all developments in the overlay district.
a. Signage:All signs must be designed to create a unified and consistent sign package for the
development. All signs must be mounted to the building or a screen wall. Signs may not be
constructed of materials that are inferior to the principal materials of the building or
landscape.
b. Outdoor Storage: No un-screened outdoor storage is permitted.
c. Mechanical Equipment:All major mechanical equipment must be screened by vegetation,
fencing, wall or a building feature (i.e. a parapet). Screening must eliminate the sight of
major mechanical equipment from any publicly accessible spot within 400'of the
equipment. Minor mechanical equipment such as utility meters and electrical panels shall
be located on the back or side of any building and not located on any street face.
d. Lighting:All lighting must be designed to create a unified and consistent lighting package for
the development. Lighting standards in parking areas may not exceed twenty (20)feet in
height. All lighting shall be full cutoff or fully shielded fixtures and be consistent with the
architectural style of the primary building.
e. Traffic Management:The design and location of proposed street access points shall
minimize congestion and loss of on-street parking.
f. Pedestrian Access:The design of the proposed development must provide adequate
pedestrian connections within the development. This includes sidewalks along all adjacent
streets.
g. Facades: In order to add architectural interest and variety, promote quality design and avoid
the effect of a single, long or massive wall with no relation to human size,the following
additional standards apply:
i. No wall that faces a street or connecting walkway shall have a blank, uninterrupted
length exceeding ten (10)feet without including at least two(2) of the following:
change in plane (recess or projection)greater than 1' in depth, change in texture or
masonry pattern,windows, or an equivalent element that subdivides the wall into
human scale proportions.
ii. For buildings located along street frontages, at least 40%of the street-level facade
shall be comprised of windows, doors and other openings.
iii. The following materials are prohibited as exterior finishes throughout the district:
vinyl siding, unfinished wood products and plywood.
iv. The quality and durability of building materials shall be emphasized at the street
level. Low quality exterior products such as exterior insulation and finish systems
and (EIFS), and sheet or architectural metal shall be prohibited. The second floor
may utilize up to 25%of these materials and the third floor may utilize up to 50%of
these materials. Materials such as brick, local stone and pre-cast concrete are highly
encouraged in the overlay district.
v. Concrete masonry units (if used) must be split, split-rib or ground-faced; and must
include color banding, changes in texture, or changes in size/shape of units for visual
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