NC: Neighborhood Conservation District in Fayetteville
The Neighborhood Conservation (NC) district in Fayetteville is a primarily residential zone designed for low-activity environments with a maximum density of ten (10) units per acre. Dwellings in the Fayetteville Neighborhood Conservation district are limited to a maximum height of three stories, and most new developments must adhere to a specific "build-to zone" for front setbacks ranging between 10 and 25 feet. While single-family homes and accessory dwellings are permitted by right, more intensive uses such as multi-family housing and small-scale businesses require a conditional use permit [Section 161.29].
Allowed Uses in the Fayetteville NC District
Uses in the Fayetteville Neighborhood Conservation district are categorized into those permitted by right and those that require a conditional use permit.
Uses Permitted by Right
The following uses are allowed without special discretionary approval, provided they meet all other Fayetteville Unified Development Code requirements:
- City-wide uses by right (Unit 1): Includes public infrastructure like fire hydrants, sidewalks, and street signs, as well as agricultural uses like field crop farms and forests, and recreational areas like parks and parkways [Section 162.01].
- Single-family dwellings (Unit 8): Standard detached residential homes [Section 162.01].
- Accessory dwelling units (Unit 41): Secondary small residential units on the same lot as a primary home [Section 162.01].
- Short-term rentals (Unit 46): Residential units leased for periods of less than 30 consecutive days [Section 162.01].
Conditional Uses
The following uses may be permitted in the Fayetteville Neighborhood Conservation district only after review and approval by the Planning Commission:
- City-wide uses by conditional use permit (Unit 2): Includes facilities like bed and breakfasts, campgrounds, and community recycling drop-off points [Section 162.01].
- Public protection and utility facilities (Unit 3): Includes electric regulating stations and transmission towers [Section 162.01].
- Cultural and recreational facilities (Unit 4): Includes libraries, museums, cemeteries, churches, and schools [Section 162.01].
- Government facilities (Unit 5): Main facilities for government agencies [Section 162.01].
- Two-family dwellings (Unit 9): Duplexes and two-unit townhouses [Section 162.01].
- Three- and four-family dwellings (Unit 10): Small-scale multi-family structures [Section 162.01].
- Manufactured home park (Unit 11): Specifically designated areas for manufactured housing [Section 162.01].
- Limited business (Unit 12a): Small-scale retail or service establishments like day cares, bakeries, or coffee shops, provided the building is 3,000 square feet or less [Section 162.01].
- Home occupations (Unit 24): Businesses conducted within a residence by the occupants [Section 162.01].
- Offices, studios, and related services (Unit 25): Includes professional offices (architects, lawyers) and artistic studios [Section 162.01].
- Center for collecting recyclable materials (Unit 28): Facilities for processing recoverable resources [Section 162.01].
- Wireless communication facilities (Unit 36): Towers and antennas for telecommunications [Section 162.01].
- Cluster Housing Development (Unit 44): Innovative housing patterns allowing for preserved open space [Section 162.01].
Prohibited Uses in the Fayetteville NC District
Any use not explicitly listed as "Permitted" or "Conditional" is prohibited in the Fayetteville Neighborhood Conservation district [Section 161.01]. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
- Heavy Industrial (Unit 23): Manufacturing processes that cause significant environmental impacts.
- Auto Salvage and Junk Yards (Unit 39): Storage or dismantling of wrecked vehicles.
- Large-Scale Commercial: Retail or shopping centers exceeding the "Limited Business" size thresholds.
- Sexually Oriented Businesses (Unit 32): Adult theaters or bookstores.
- General Industrial (Unit 22): Standard manufacturing and warehousing.
Technical Development Standards
The Fayetteville Neighborhood Conservation district enforces specific spatial and density requirements to maintain the residential character of the neighborhood.
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Density | Max 10 units per acre |
| Lot Width Minimum | 40 feet |
| Lot Area Minimum | 4,000 square feet |
| Building Height Maximum | 3 stories |
Setback Requirements
Setbacks in the Fayetteville Neighborhood Conservation district are strictly regulated to ensure a consistent streetscape and adequate separation between properties.
| Setback Type | Distance |
|---|---|
| Front (Build-to Zone) | 10 to 25 feet from front property line |
| Side | 5 feet |
| Rear | 5 feet |
| Rear (from center line of alley) | 12 feet |
Parking Requirements for NC District
Fayetteville mandates minimum off-street parking based on the type of residential use within the Neighborhood Conservation zone.
| Residential Use Type | Minimum Parking Spaces Required |
|---|---|
| Single-family | 2 per dwelling unit |
| Duplex, triplex, or quadplex | 2 per dwelling unit |
| Townhouse | 2 per dwelling unit or 1 per bedroom (whichever is greater) |
| Multi-family | 1 per bedroom |
[Section 172.05]
Sections Cited
- 160.01 Establishment Of Districts
- 161.01 Application Of District Regulations
- 161.29 Neighborhood Conservation
- 162.01 Establishment/Listing
- 163.18 Type 2 Short-Term Rentals In Residential Zoning Districts
- 172.05 Standards For The Number Of Spaces By Use