§ 220-21. RLD Residential Lake District., Article V. District Regulations, Chapter 220. Zoning, Part II. General Legislation, Code of Ordinances, Canandaigua, Town

Purpose. The purpose of the RLD Residential Lake District is to allow limited residential uses that protect the quality of Canandaigua Lake and the surrounding natural topography, including the shoreline, ridgelines, and scenic vistas of this unique and environmentally sensitive area.

Permitted principal uses.

(1)

One single-family dwelling per lot.

(2)

Public parks.

(3)

Public safety facilities.

Permitted accessory uses.

(1)

One detached private garage no taller than 16 feet and one attached private garage may be permitted.

(2)

One accessory building/structure, not to exceed 100 square feet in total area and 10 feet in height above average finished grade may also be permitted. Except as provided in Subsection C(2)(c) and (d) and Subsection D below, setback requirements for accessory buildings/structures are specified in Schedule I, Zoning Schedule, RLD.

(a)

If the principal building on a lakefront is located on the lakeside portion of the lot, then the accessory building/structure may be permitted in the side yard of the principal building.

(b)

If a lakefront lot is divided by a street and the principal building is located on the lakeside portion of the lot, then the accessory building/structure may be permitted on the portion of the lot opposite the lakeside. In this instance, the front setback shall not be less than 60 feet, the rear setback shall not be less than 10 feet, and the minimum side yard setback shall be 10 feet.

(c)

If a lakefront lot is divided by a street and the principal building is not located on the lakeside portion, then the accessory building/structure may be located in the rear yard of the principal building.

(d)

If a lakefront lot is divided by a street and the principal building is not located on the lakeside portion, then the accessory building/structure may be located on the lakeside portion and may contain a restroom, but only with public water and sewer service.

(e)

There shall be no additions to an accessory building/structure, such as, but not limited to, decks, porches and cantilevers.

Editor's Note: Said schedule is included as an attachment to this chapter.

(3)

Seasonal storage, commencing no earlier than October 31 of any year and continuing no later than May 31 of the following year, of docks, hoists and buoys permitted to be used on the premises by the provisions of Chapter 96, Canandaigua Lake Uniform Docking and Mooring.

(4)

Hot tubs.

(a)

Definitions. As used in this section, the term "hot tub" shall have the meaning set forth in Chapter 1, Article II.

(b)

Installation. No hot tub shall be installed unless a building permit shall have been issued in accordance with the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the provisions of the Town Code, general requirements. With the exception of Subsection C(5)(a) and (b), every hot tub shall conform to the provisions set forth for swimming pools in this chapter.

(c)

No permit shall be issued for such hot tub unless it is shown that the proposed drainage for such hot tub shall not drain directly to neighboring properties or Canandaigua Lake.

(5)

One in-ground swimming pool is allowed for each lot. In addition, each in-ground swimming pool in the RLD:

(a)

Shall be located only within the side yard of a lot or the rear yard of the lot if not adjoining Canandaigua Lake.

(b)

Shall not be located in the front yard of a lot or in the rear yard of a lot where said rear yard adjoins Canandaigua Lake.

(c)

Shall be included as part of lot coverage as measured by the water surface and all adjoining impervious surfaces.

(d)

Shall meet the setback requirements for an accessory building/structure within the RLD.

Dimensional requirements. The dimensional requirements for this district are specified in Schedule I, which is made a part of this chapter. However, preexisting nonconforming lots that are less than 20,000 square feet shall be subject to the following setback requirements:

(1)

Lots less than 10,000 square feet:

(a)

Principal structures.

[1]

Front setback shall be 50 feet.

[2]

Rear setback shall be 30 feet.

[3]

Side setbacks shall be eight feet.

(b)

Accessory structures.

[1]

Rear setback shall be 15 feet.

[2]

Side setbacks shall be eight feet.

(c)

Maximum building coverage on the lot shall not exceed 25%.

(d)

Maximum lot coverage shall not exceed 40%.

(2)

Lots more than 10,000 square feet but less than 20,000 square feet:

(a)

Principal structures.

[1]

Front setback shall be 55 feet.

[2]

Rear setback shall be 30 feet.

[3]

Side setbacks shall be 10 feet.

(b)

Accessory structures.

[1]

Rear setback shall be 15 feet.

[2]

Side setbacks shall be 10 feet.

(c)

Maximum building coverage on the lot shall not exceed 20%.

(d)

Maximum lot coverage shall not exceed 30%.

Special permit uses.

(1)

Essential services, public utility facilities or communications installations.

(2)

Tourist home.

Special provisions subject to all development within the RLD Residential Lake District.

(1)

No accessory buildings or tennis courts shall be constructed within rear yards adjoining Canandaigua Lake.

(2)

Erosion/sedimentation control measures shall be used before, during and after construction until ground cover is reestablished as specified in Chapter 165 of the Town of Canandaigua Code, Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control.

(3)

All boat docking, mooring and other related improvements in or on the waters of Canandaigua Lake are governed by Chapter 96 of the Town Code.

(4)

Rear setbacks shall be measured from the mean high-water mark.