Fayetteville RSF-18: Residential Single-family Zoning Guide
The Residential Single-family - Eighteen (18) Units per Acre (RSF-18) district in Fayetteville permits a high residential density of up to 18 units per acre to promote efficient land use. This Fayetteville district is characterized by an urban form that utilizes a "build-to zone" for front setbacks, a maximum building height of three stories, and a generous lot coverage allowance of 60%.
Purpose and General Character
The primary purpose of the RSF-18 district in Fayetteville is to promote and encourage the efficient development of single-family detached residences in a variety of densities [Section 161.10(A)]. Unlike lower-density districts, Fayetteville RSF-18 is designed with an urban orientation, placing buildings closer to the street to create a more defined and walkable streetscape. The district maintains a high degree of land utilization, allowing for very small lot sizes and minimal setbacks to accommodate compact residential environments.
Permitted Land Uses
In the Fayetteville RSF-18 district, land uses are categorized into those permitted by right and those requiring a conditional use permit.
Uses Permitted by Right
- Unit 1: City-wide uses by right [Section 161.10(B)(1)].
- Unit 8: Single-family dwellings [Section 161.10(B)(1)].
- Unit 41: Accessory dwellings [Section 161.10(B)(1)].
- Unit 46: Short-term rentals [Section 161.10(B)(1)].
Conditional Uses
Certain uses may be permitted in the Fayetteville RSF-18 district subject to Planning Commission approval:
- Unit 2: City-wide uses by conditional use permit [Section 161.10(B)(2)].
- Unit 3: Public protection and utility facilities [Section 161.10(B)(2)].
- Unit 4: Cultural and recreational facilities [Section 161.10(B)(2)].
- Unit 5: Government facilities [Section 161.10(B)(2)].
- Unit 9: Two-family dwellings [Section 161.10(B)(2)].
- Unit 12a: Limited business [Section 161.10(B)(2)].
- Unit 24: Home occupations [Section 161.10(B)(2)].
- Unit 36: Wireless communications facilities [Section 161.10(B)(2)].
- Unit 44: Cluster Housing Development [Section 161.10(B)(2)].
Technical Development Standards
The Fayetteville RSF-18 district enforces specific standards regarding lot size, density, and building placement to maintain its compact character.
Density and Lot Dimensions
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Max Density | 18 units per acre or less |
| Min Lot Width (Single-family) | 30 feet |
| Min Lot Width (Two-family) | 30 feet |
| Min Lot Area (Single-family) | 2,500 square feet |
| Min Lot Area (Two-family) | 2,000 square feet |
| Min Lot Area (Townhouses) | 1,250 square feet |
[Section 161.10(C) and (D)]
Setbacks and Building Area
| Feature | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Setback (Build-to Zone) | 0 to 25 feet from front property line |
| Side Setback | 5 feet (both sides) |
| Side Setback (Zero Lot Line Option) | < 5 feet permitted on one side with agreement |
| Rear Setback | 5 feet |
| Max Building Area (Lot Coverage) | 60% of total lot area |
[Section 161.10(E) and (G)]
Building Height and Frontage
The maximum building height in the Fayetteville RSF-18 district is 3 stories [Section 161.10(F)]. Additionally, for two-family dwellings, the minimum buildable street frontage is 50% of the lot width [Section 161.10(H)].
Parking Requirements
Fayetteville requires off-street parking for residential uses based on the unit type.
| Use Type | Minimum Parking Required | Maximum Parking Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family | 2 per dwelling unit | None |
| Duplex / Triplex | 2 per dwelling unit | 4 per dwelling unit |
| Townhouse | 2 per unit (or 1 per bedroom, if greater) | 1 per bedroom |
[Section 172.05, Table 3]
Sections Cited
- Section 160.01 Establishment of Districts
- Section 161.10 District RSF-18, Residential Single-Family — Eighteen (18) Units Per Acre
- Section 172.05 Standards For The Number Of Spaces By Use