COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT – MIXED (B-2M)

“The intent of the B-2M community business district-mixed is to function as a vibrant mixed-use district that accommodates substantial growth and enhances the character of the city. This district provides for a range of commercial uses that serve both the immediate area and the broader trade area and encourages the integration of multi-household residential as a secondary use. Design standards emphasizing pedestrian oriented design are important elements of this district. Use of this zone is appropriate for arterial corridors, commercial nodes and/or areas served by transit.”

Permitted Uses And Standards

1Attached single-family must have five or more attached units

2The top floor of five-story commercial buildings within 30 feet of the front property line feature has a stepback of at least ten feet from the front face of the building.

3Inclusion of affordable housing provides for an increase in maximum height for multifamily. 5% of units designated as affordable allows for 2 additional stories of height, and 50% of units designated as affordable allows for 4 additional stories.