Fayetteville RSF-2: Residential Single-Family District (Two Units per Acre)
The RSF-2 district in the City of Fayetteville is designed as a low-density residential transition zone that permits a maximum of two units per acre on lots with a minimum size of 17,860 square feet. The Fayetteville Unified Development Code limits building height in this district to three stories and requires substantial setbacks of 30 feet for the front and rear of the property to maintain its low-density character.
Purpose and General Character
The primary purpose of the RSF-2 District is to establish a residential transition zone between Fayetteville neighborhoods characterized by larger lot sizes (one acre or more) and those with smaller, more traditional residential lots (approximately 8,000 square feet). This district is intended to encourage the development of low-density detached dwellings in environments suitable for single-family living, ensuring that the massing and density remain compatible with the surrounding geographic and residential context [Section 161.06(A)].
Permitted and Conditional Land Uses
The Fayetteville Unified Development Code (UDC) categorizes land uses in the RSF-2 District into those permitted by right and those requiring a conditional use permit.
Permitted Uses (By Right)
- Unit 1: City-wide uses by right.
- Unit 8: Single-family dwellings.
- Unit 41: Accessory dwellings.
- Unit 46: Short-term rentals. [Section 161.06(B)(1)]
Conditional Uses
- Unit 2: City-wide uses by conditional use permit.
- Unit 3: Public protection and utility facilities.
- Unit 4: Cultural and recreational facilities.
- Unit 5: Government facilities.
- Unit 24: Home occupations.
- Unit 36: Wireless communications facilities.
- Unit 44: Cluster Housing Development. [Section 161.06(B)(2)]
Development and Technical Standards
Residential development within the Fayetteville RSF-2 District must adhere to specific bulk, area, and setback requirements to preserve the intended low-density character of the neighborhood.
Bulk and Area Requirements
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Density (Units per Acre) | 2 |
| Lot Width Minimum | 100 feet |
| Lot Area Minimum | 17,860 square feet |
| Land Area per Dwelling Unit | 17,860 square feet |
| [Section 161.06(C)-(D)] |
Setback and Height Requirements
| Feature | Minimum Setback / Maximum Height |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 30 feet |
| Side Setback | 15 feet |
| Rear Setback | 30 feet |
| Maximum Building Height | 3 stories |
| [Section 161.06(E)-(F)] |
Building Area and Frontage
The City of Fayetteville limits the total area occupied by all buildings to 50% of the total lot area. However, if a detached garage is present or proposed, the maximum building area coverage is increased to 60% of the total lot area. Additionally, the district requires a minimum buildable street frontage of 50% of the lot width [Section 161.06(G)-(H)].
Parking Requirements
Off-street parking for residential uses in the RSF-2 District is governed by the Parking Ratio Table in the Unified Development Code.
| Residential Use Type | Minimum Parking Spaces | Maximum Parking Spaces |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family | 2 per dwelling unit | None |
| Cluster Housing (Units < 1,000 sq. ft.) | 1.5 per unit | 1 per bedroom |
| Cluster Housing (Units > 1,000 sq. ft.) | 2 per unit | 1 per bedroom |
| [Section 172.05 (Table 3), Section 164.22(G)(5)] |
Sections Cited
- Section 161.06 District RSF-2, Residential Single-Family — Two (2) Units Per Acre
- Section 164.22 Cluster Housing Development
- Section 172.05 Standards For The Number Of Spaces By Use