Covington, Kentucky Zoning Ordinance - The City of Covington

Article 9 General RegulationsSection 9.08 Measurements and Exceptions27.5-acre parcel in the RS-7.5 zone would be allowed a maximum of159 dwelling units [27.5 × 5.8 =159].C. RoundingWhen the number of dwelling units yielded by the density calculationresults in a fraction, the fraction must be rounded down to theprevious whole number.9.08.04 Floor Area RatioA. MeasurementFor the purpose of calculating floor area ratios, the floor area of thebuilding is the sum of the gross horizontal areas of all floors in thebuilding measured from the exterior faces of the exterior walls or fromthe center line of walls separating two buildings. Floor area expresslyincludes all of the following:1. floor area of any floor located below grade or partially belowgrade that is not a basement;2. elevator shafts and stairwells on each floor;3. floor area used for mechanical equipment;4. attic space having clear height (head-room) of 6 feet 9 inches ormore;5. mezzanines;6. porches that are enclosed by walls on 3 or more sides; and7. floor area within the principal structure that is occupied byaccessory uses.B. CalculationThe floor area ratio standards of Section 3.04 establish the maximumratio of building floor area to lot area. The maximum floor areapermitted on a lot is calculated by multiplying the applicable floorarea ratio standard by the area of the lot upon which the building islocated.C. ExceptionsFor the purpose of calculating floor area ratios, enclosed floor areadevoted to required parking and the drive aisles and circulation areaassociated with such parking are not to be counted as floor area. Theenclosed floor area of non-required parking spaces will be counted asfloor area for the purpose of calculating floor area ratios.9.08.05 Lot WidthA. MeasurementLot width is measured between side property lines at the point of therequired front setback.Covington, KentuckyZoning Ordinance Draft: 6/22/05Page 9-9