16.85.010 Intent.
The open district is intended to preserve those lands suitable for open space conservation or low-intensity recreational uses. It also includes land used primarily for agricultural purposes and associated accessory uses. These lands are intended to be reserved from intensive development in the remainder of the community. [Ord. 719 § 1, 2008. Code 1999 § 16-3-5(9)(A)].
16.85.020 Uses by right and conditional uses.
See GMC 16.95.010. [Ord. 719 § 1, 2008. Code 1999 § 16-3-5(9)(B)].
16.85.030 Accessory uses.
(a) Vehicle parking as required in GMC 16.125.090.
(b) Barns, sheds and shelters necessary to operate the principal use.
(c) Living quarters for hired personnel.
(d) Common storage buildings associated with recreation activities.
(e) Signs. As regulated in GMC Title 14, the Granby sign code. [Ord. 719 § 1, 2008. Code 1999 § 16-3-5(9)(C)].
16.85.040 District standards.
Minimum Gross Floor Area |
600 square feet |
Minimum Lot Area |
(1) No public sewer and water: two acres; (2) public water provided: one-half acre; (3) one acre per two farm-type animals; no animal stabled or pastured on less than one acre. |
Minimum Lot Width |
200 feet |
Minimum Front Yard Setback |
Arterial (highway) street: 35 feet; local street: 20 feet |
Minimum Side Yard Setback |
20 feet |
Minimum Rear Yard Setback |
15 feet |
Maximum Building Height |
35 feet |
Maximum Building Coverage |
30 percent |
Maximum Residential Density |
One unit per two and one-half acres |
Site Plan Required |
No |
[Ord. 719 § 1, 2008. Code 1999 § 16-3-5(9)(D)].