§ 122-511. Adult foster care small homes with more than six persons for whom care is being provided, adult foster care large group homes, and adult foster care congregate facilities.  


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  • Adult foster care small homes with more than six persons for whom care is being provided, adult foster care large group homes, and adult foster care congregate facilities are subject to the conditions hereinafter imposed:

    (a)

    All such facilities must be registered with or licensed by the state and must comply with the minimum state standards for such facilities and the building code.

    (b)

    For each adult cared for, the square footage of outdoor recreation or relaxation area required by the building code and licensing agency must be provided in the rear, side, or street side yard. Such outdoor space must be fenced and screened from any adjacent lot.

    (c)

    If the owner of the property does not reside on the premises, the owner must appoint a resident manager, who must reside on the premises. The property owner must provide the name and contact information of this person to the building department, and keep such information up-to-date.

    (d)

    Uses must not be located within 200 feet of property zoned R1 or CN-SF.

    (e)

    All new construction or additions to existing buildings shall be compatible with the scale and character of the surroundings, and exterior building materials shall be harmonious with other buildings in the neighborhood.

    (f)

    Screening in accordance with §122-634 shall be provided along all rear and side yard boundaries between the proposed use and property either zoned or used for single-family and two-family purposes.