Article III Use Districts
Source: Current official PDF (pages 28-73 of the March 11, 2026 edition).
Section 300 Establishment of Use Districts.
The City of Lebanon is hereby divided into the following use districts:
- IND-L Light Industrial
- IND-RA Industrial Rail Access
- IND-H Heavy Industrial
- GC General Commercial
- GC-1 General Commercial One
- CB Central Business
- LD Lebanon Downtown
- R-1 Residential One
- R-2 Residential Two
- R-3 Residential Three
- R-O Residential-Office
- R-O-1 Residential-Office-One
- PB Professional Business
- RL-1 Rural Lands One
- RL-2 Rural Lands Two
- RL-3 Rural Lands Three
- MC Medical Center
Each district may be referred to by its respective abbreviation.
Section 301 Zoning Map.
301.1 Establishment.
The districts and the boundaries of such districts shall be as shown on a map entitled “OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF LEBANON, NEW HAMPSHIRE.” This map, which was adopted on July 19, 1978, and amended several times thereafter, is hereby re-adopted. Said map is to be prepared and maintained by the City of Lebanon Planning & Development Department, and amendments thereto shall be certified by the City Clerk.
301.2 Location.
The original (an electronic and paper copy) of said Official Zoning Map shall remain on file with the City Clerk.
301.3 Final Authority.
Regardless of the existence of purported copies of the Official Zoning May which may from time to time be published, the Official Zoning Map which is on file with the City Clerk shall be the final authority on current zoning.
301.4 Boundaries of Districts.
Where uncertainty exists with respect to the boundaries of the various districts shown on the Official Zoning Map, the following rules shall apply:
- A. Where a district boundary is shown as following a street, road, railroad, utility line or watercourse, the boundary shall be construed as following the centerline of such facility, unless otherwise indicated.
- B. District boundaries shown as being set back from roads, streets, railroads, utility lines or watercourses are defined by a line parallel to such facility and set back from the centerline the number of feet shown on the map.
- C. Where a district boundary approximates the location of a lot line, the lot line, as it existed at the date of enactment of this Ordinance, shall be construed to be the boundary, unless otherwise indicated.
- D. Where a district boundary cuts across a lot, the boundary location shall be determined from the scale of the Official Zoning Map, unless otherwise indicated by dimensions noted on the map.
Section 302 Uses.
302.1 Permitted Uses.
In the districts described herein, only those uses listed as “permitted uses” shall be permitted. Uses listed as “ special exception” may be allowed, but only at the discretion of the Board of Adjustment pursuant to Section 801.3. Uses listed as “conditional use permit” may be allowed, but only at the discretion of the Planning Board pursuant to Section 302.4. It is the intent of this Ordinance that no other uses be allowed. All uses shall comply with the dimensional requirements of the “Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage” of the zoning district in which the use is located. Uses not listed are neither permitted nor allowed by special exception nor allowed by conditional use permit.
302.2 Accessory Uses.
Accessory uses shall be considered permitted uses in all districts except that where such uses are accessory to uses permitted by conditional use permit or by special exception, the accessory use shall also require a conditional use permit or special exception, respectively.
302.3 Mixed use buildings.
Mixed use buildings are permitted in all zoning districts.
302.4 Enhanced Performance Standards.
A. Objective.
The City hereby provides for the use of Enhanced Performance Standards as an Innovative Land Use Control authorized pursuant to RSA 674:21, I(h) in order to ensure a thorough and comprehensive review of the compatibility of certain land uses while providing for an integrated and streamlined public review by the Planning Board of certain proposed multi-family residential and non-residential development within the non-residential zoning districts of the City of Lebanon.
B. Authorization.
Pursuant to RSA 674:21, II, the Planning Board is hereby authorized to grant a conditional use permit for uses identified in Article III as permitted by conditional use permit, or as otherwise specified herein, if the application is found to be in compliance with the enhanced performance standards set forth in Section 302.4.D.
C. Procedures.
Applications to the Planning Board for a conditional use permit under this section shall be made on forms provided by the Board, and shall be accompanied by any required application fees as may be established by the Board, and by whatever plans and other information is required by the Board as set forth on the application form. In all cases, the applicant shall provide, either as part of the application or through evidence at the public hearing, information sufficient to demonstrate that the application conforms with the criteria set forth in subsection D below.
The Planning Board shall act upon the application in accordance with the applicable procedural requirements of its Site Plan Review Regulations.
D. Approval Standards.
A conditional use permit shall be granted only if the Planning Board determines that the proposal conforms to all of the following standards:
- 1. The site is suitable for the proposal. This includes:
- a. Adequate vehicular and pedestrian access for the intended use.
- b. The availability of adequate public services to serve the intended use including emergency services, pedestrian facilities, safe access, and other municipal services.
- c. The absence of environmental constraints (floodplain, steep slope, etc.) proposed to be impacted by the intended use.
- d. The availability of appropriate utilities to serve the intended use including water, sewage disposal, stormwater treatment, electricity, and similar utilities.
- 2. The external impacts of the proposed use on abutting properties and the neighborhood shall be commensurate with the impacts of adjacent existing uses or other uses permitted in the zoning district. This shall include, but not be limited to, water runoff, drainage, traffic, noise, odors, vibrations, dust, fumes, hours of operation, and exterior lighting and glare. In addition, the location, nature, design, and height of the structure and its appurtenances, its scale with reference to its surroundings, and the nature and intensity of the use, shall not have an adverse effect on the surrounding environment nor discourage the appropriate and orderly development and use of land and buildings in the neighborhood. The proportion of the site proposed to be occupied by impervious surfaces shall be minimized to the extent necessary to preclude unreasonable risk of runoff, erosion, sedimentation, and other potentially adverse on-site or off-site effects.
- 3. The proposed layout and design of the site shall not be incompatible with the established character of the neighborhood and shall mitigate any external impacts on abutters, the neighborhood, and nearby public ways and infrastructure. This shall include, but not be limited to, the relationship of the building(s) to the street, the amount, location, and screening of off-street parking, the treatment of yards and setbacks, the buffering of adjacent properties, and provisions for vehicular and pedestrian access to and within the site.
- 4. The design of any new buildings or structures and the modification of existing buildings or structures on the site shall not be incompatible with the established character of the neighborhood. This shall include, but not be limited to, the scale, height, and massing of the building or structure, the roof line, locations of access, and visual compatibility with the area.
- 5. The proposed use and layout of the site, including all related development activities, shall to the greatest extent practicable preserve identified natural, cultural, historic, and scenic resources on the site and shall not degrade such identified resources on abutting properties. This shall include, but not be limited to, identified wetlands, floodplains, significant wildlife habitat and documented wildlife corridors, stonewalls, mature tree lines, identified historic buildings or sites, scenic views, and viewsheds.
E. Safeguards and Other Conditions.
Additionally, the Planning Board may impose conditions as it finds reasonably appropriate to safeguard the neighborhood and the general public or otherwise serve the purposes of this Ordinance, including such measures as set forth in Section 802.4 (“Special Conditions”).
F. Appeals.
Any person aggrieved by a Planning Board decision on a conditional use permit may appeal that decision to the Superior Court, as provided for in RSA 677:15. A Planning Board decision on the issuance of a conditional use permit cannot be appealed to the Zoning Board of Adjustment (RSA 676:5, III).
G. Telecommunication Facilities, PUDs, Planned Business Parks, and Non-Accessory Renewable Energy Facilities.
Uses permitted by conditional use pursuant to Section 203.4 (“Telecommunication Facilities”), Section 501 (“Planned Unit Development (PUD)”), Section 508 (“Planned Business Park”), and Section 612.3 (“Non-Accessory Renewable Energy Systems”) shall be subject to the provisions and requirements set forth in those sections and shall not be subject to Section 302.4.
H. Expiration.
- 1. For projects that require site plan review from the Planning Board, a conditional use permit shall expire:
- a. If a site plan review application is not submitted to the Planning and Development Department and accepted as complete by the Planning Board within two (2) years of the date of the conditional use permit approval;
- b. If and when the site plan approval expires or is deemed void; or
- c. If the conditional use permit is abandoned.
- 2. For projects not requiring site plan approval, a conditional use permit shall expire:
- a. If the conditional use is not exercised within two years of the date of conditional use permit approval by the Planning Board; or
- b. If the conditional use permit is abandoned.
302.5 Off-Lot Parking.
Parking areas to serve off-site uses are allowed by conditional use permit in accordance with the requirements of Section 607.5 (“Off-Lot Parking”).
Section 303 Light Industrial District (IND-L).
303.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the IND-L District is to provide land in appropriate locations for the establishment of manufacturing plants and other businesses of a similar nature, which improve employment opportunities and strengthen the economic base of the city. Such activities should not adversely affect the natural environment, adjacent residential areas or community facilities. A variety of manufacturing, distribution and service industries, and certain limited support activities are allowed in the district. However, in order to preserve appropriate land for such uses, residential uses and many types of commercial uses, such as retailing and personal services, are not allowed.
303.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
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Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
303.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Area | Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Building Coverage | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 acres | 200' | 40' | 20' | 20' | 50% | 65' See Section 303.7 |
303.4 Outdoor Storage.
Outdoor storage shall be permitted as an accessory use to a permitted use if it occupies an area of 20 percent or less of the footprint area of the principal building. Otherwise, outdoor storage shall require a conditional use permit from the Planning Board pursuant to Section 302.4. The 20% limitation shall not apply to contractor’s yards and equipment and machinery sales, rental and service. All outdoor storage, including outdoor storage for a contractor’s yard and equipment and machinery sales, rental and service, shall be appropriately screened from view from abutting parcels and shall not occupy required yard areas.
303.5 Retail Showrooms.
Showrooms and on-premise sales may be allowed as part of a warehouse or distribution facility if it occupies an area of 10 percent or less of the footprint area of the principal building. Otherwise, showrooms and on-premise sales shall require a conditional use permit from the Planning Board pursuant to Section 302.4 provided that: (1) such showrooms occupy no more than 20 percent of the floor area occupied by the warehouse or distribution facility; and (2) the goods being displayed are the same as those being stored/ distributed on the premises; and (3) all other requirements of Section 302.4 are met.
303.7 Special Height Restrictions.
On parcels adjacent to residential districts the height limitation of the adjacent residential district shall apply; but, on such parcels, building height may be increased above the residential limitation by one (1) foot for each two (2) feet that the building is set back from the required setback line(s) on sides of the lot adjacent to the residential district. However, in no case shall the height exceed 65 feet.
Section 303A Industrial - Rail Access District (IND-RA).
303A.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the IND-RA District is to optimize the potential for sites with rail access to industries which can make use of this resource, and to encourage thereby the rejuvenation of rail transport in the City. The targeted industries for this district are those whose products or raw materials are more efficiently transported by rail than by highway. In recognition of the interdependence of industrial uses, a diversity of manufacturing, distribution, and service industries, with appropriate support activities, are allowed in the district.
303A.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
303A.3 Table of Areas, Dimensions, and Coverage.
| Area | Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Building Coverage | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 acres | 200' | 30' (*) | 20' (*) | 20' (*) | 50% | 65' |
This restriction may be relaxed by conditional use permit, if the Planning Board finds, in addition to the standards set forth in Section 302.4, that such relaxation is required to allow access to or use of rail service.
303A.4 Special Setback Restrictions.
Principal structures on lots in the IND-RA district which abut a residential zoning district shall be set back a minimum of 75 feet from the property line or lines which abut the residential zone.
303A.5 Retail Showrooms.
Showrooms and on-premises sales may be allowed as part of a light industry use or warehouse provided that: (1) such showrooms are limited in floor area to no more than 10% of the total acreage of the lot on which they area located or a maximum of 20,000 square feet, whichever is smaller, and, (2) the goods being displayed are the same as those being manufactured/stored/distributed on the premises.
303A.6 Special Noise Restrictions.
A. Prohibited Noise Levels.
Noise beyond the limits set forth in this section shall be prohibited within 75 feet of abutting property lines of residential districts.
| 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
|---|---|
| 70 | 55 |
B. Noise Measurement.
Noise shall be measured using a sound meter meeting the standards of the American Standards Institute (ANSI S1.4-1983 American Standard Specification for General Purpose Sound Level Meters). The instrument shall be set to the A-weighted response scale and the meter to the slow response. Measurements shall be conducted in accordance with ANSI S 12.31 and S 12.32 American Standard Meter for the Physical Measurement of Sound. The slow level meter response of the sound-level meter shall be used in order to best determine that the amplitude has not exceeded the limiting noise level set forth in Section 303A.6.A.
C. Exempt Activities.
The following uses and activities shall be exempt from the provisions of this Section:
- (1) Safety signals, warning devices, and emergency relief valves.
- (2) Power tools, including lawn mowers, snow blowers, and chain saws, when used for the construction or maintenance of property.
Section 304 Heavy Industrial District (IND-H).
304.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the IND-H District is to limit the location of industrial uses which have operational characteristics that are usually incompatible with other land uses to the area west of the Lebanon Municipal Airport, which is now dominated by such uses.
304.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
304.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Area | Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Building Coverage | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 acres | 200' | 40' | 20' | 20' | 50% | 65' See Section 304.4 |
304.4 Special Height Restriction.
On parcels adjacent to residential districts the height limitation of the adjacent residential district shall apply; but, on such parcels, building height may be increased above the residential limitation by one (1) foot for each two (2) feet that the building is set back from the required setback line(s) on sides of the lot adjacent to the residential district. However, in no case shall the height exceed 65 feet.
304.5 Sawmills.
Sawmills shall not be located within 200 feet of any property line. Outdoor storage shall not be located within the required front yard or within 50 feet of any property line.
Section 305 General Commercial District (GC).
305.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the GC District is to provide ample land with good highway access for the location of commercial development serving the regional and local markets.
305.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
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Commercial/Non-Residential
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
|
305.3 Table of Area, Dimension and Coverage.
| Area | Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Building Coverage | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50,000 square feet | 150' | 40' | 20' | 20' | 30% | 45' See Section 305.4 |
305.4 Special Height Restriction.
On parcels adjacent to residential districts the height limitation of the adjacent residential district shall apply; but, on such parcels, building height may be increased above the residential limitation by one (1) foot for each two (2) feet that the building is set back from the required set back line(s) on sides of the lot adjacent to the residential district. However, in no case shall the height exceed 45 feet.
305.5 Dwelling Unit Density.
Density determinations for multi-family dwellings and mixed use buildings shall be made by the Planning Board during the course of site review based on site specific conditions and factors such as the availability of parking and/or the ability to provide required parking, the availability of adequate water and sewer, and the ability to provide required site improvements and to meet all other requirements of the Site Plan Review Regulations and all other applicable City regulations.
Section 305A General Commercial One District (GC-1).
305A.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the GC-1 District is to provide opportunities for a mix of commercial and residential uses within close proximity to regional employers, public transportation routes, and pedestrian and biking trails. The GC-1 District is intended to provide for uses that are compatible with the limited access design of Route 120, and which would tend to retain and enhance the existing character of the area. New housing is encouraged to provide convenient access to major centers of employment, to facilitate future economic growth along the Route 120 corridor, and to complement the existing array of services and amenities within walking or biking distance of the GC-1 District.
305A.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|
|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
|
305A.3 Table of Area, Dimension and Coverage.
| Lot Area | Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Building Coverage | Building Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50,000 square feet | 150' | 40' | 20' | 20' | 30% | 55' |
305A.4 Dwelling Unit Density.
Density determinations for multi-family dwellings and mixed use buildings shall be made by the Planning Board during the course of site review based on site specific conditions and factors such as the availability of parking and/or the ability to provide required parking, the availability of adequate water and sewer, and the ability to provide required site improvements and to meet all other requirements of the Site Plan Review Regulations and all other applicable City regulations.
Section 306 Central Business District (CB).
306.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the CB District is to facilitate smart growth and mixed-use development, other related commercial activities, and higher density residential uses that provide more life and opportunities for recreational and cultural offerings with a mix of uses in new or redeveloped properties. These CB District regulations are flexible in order to invite reinvestment on existing parcels and simultaneously attract new developments to enable opportunities for economic development by capitalizing on the attractiveness of the Connecticut River. The CB District is intended to promote an environment that is safe for walking and biking and provide for uses that are compatible and which would tend to retain and enhance the existing character of the area.
306.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
|
306.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Area | Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Building Coverage | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3,000 square feet | 40' | NONE | NONE | 10' (*) | NONE | 55' |
May be reduced or eliminated by conditional use permit.
306.4 Other Uses.
Other uses include any use not identified in Section 306.2 that will contribute positively to the vibrancy of the Central Business District. Such other uses shall be permitted by conditional use permit from the Planning Board pursuant to Section 302.4 provided the applicant demonstrates that the proposed use:
- 1. Will encourage the presence of the public in the Central Business District and/or create regular and sustained opportunities for members of the public to utilize the Central Business District. Examples include, but are not limited to, providing a retail, personal service, and/or restaurant component which is accessory to the primary use.
- 2. Will not be incompatible with abutting properties and uses. An example of incompatibility includes, but is not limited to, credible evidence that the proposed use will negatively impact the value of any abutting property and/or the viability of any existing abutting use.
- 3. Meets the standards set forth in Section 302.4.
306.5 Dwelling Unit Density.
Density determinations for multi-family dwellings and mixed use buildings shall be made by the Planning Board during the course of site review based on site specific conditions and factors such as the availability of parking and/or the ability to provide required parking, the availability of adequate water and sewer, and the ability to provide required site improvements and to meet all other requirements of the Site Plan Review Regulations and all other applicable City regulations.
Section 307 Lebanon Downtown District (LD).
307.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the Lebanon Downtown District is to provide in-town areas for retail and service businesses, banks, offices, and government facilities in downtown Lebanon, and to encourage other related commercial activities and higher density residential uses. The district regulations are intended to promote an active pedestrian environment consistent with the mixed-use character of the district by providing for continuity of building setbacks and limiting parking in front yards to promote an environment that is safe for walking and biking.
307.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Uses by Special Exception (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
307.3 Table of Dimensional Requirements.
| Lot Area | Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Building Coverage | Building Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3,000 square feet | 40' (*) | NONE, except as may be required per Section 307.7 | NONE, except as may be required per Section 307.7 | 10' (*), except as may be required per Section 307.7 | NONE | 55', except as may be permitted by conditional use permit per Section 307.8 |
May be reduced by conditional use permit per Section 302.4.
307.4 Other Uses.
Other uses include any use not identified in Section 307.2 that will contribute positively to the vibrancy of the Lebanon Downtown District. Such other uses shall be permitted by conditional use permit from the Planning Board pursuant to Section 302.4 provided the applicant demonstrates that the proposed use:
- 1. Will encourage the presence of the public in the Lebanon Downtown District and/or create regular and sustained opportunities for members of the public to utilize the Lebanon Downtown District. Examples include, but are not limited to, providing a retail, personal service, and/or restaurant component which is accessory to the primary use.
- 2. Will not be incompatible with abutting properties and uses. An example of incompatibility includes, but is not limited to, credible evidence that the proposed use will negatively impact the value of any abutting property and/or the viability of any existing abutting use.
- 3. Meets the standards set forth in Section 302.4.
307.5 Dwelling Unit Density.
Density determinations for multi-family dwellings and mixed use buildings shall be made by the Planning Board during the course of site plan review based on site specific conditions and factors such as the availability of parking and/or the ability to provide required parking, the availability of adequate water and sewer, and the ability to provide required site improvements and to meet all other requirements of the Site Plan Review Regulations and all other applicable City regulations.
307.6 Non-Residential Uses.
A. Buildings with Frontage on Primary Streets.
1. If a building is located on a lot with principal frontage on a primary street, a minimum of 1,000 square feet or 1/3 of the gross floor area, whichever is less, of the street level story of the building, shall be reserved for a non-residential use or uses, and such combined uses shall have both a depth and width of not less than 20 feet along the primary street.
2. All buildings on a lot shall comply with the requirement set forth in subsection 1, unless the building located closest to the primary street has a total gross floor area of 50% or more of the total gross floor area of the largest building on the lot, in which case the non-residential use requirement set forth in subsection 1 shall only apply to the building located closest to the primary street.
B. Buildings with Frontage on Secondary Streets.
1. If a building equal to or greater in size than 20,000 gross square feet is located on a lot with principal frontage on a secondary street, a minimum of 1,000 square feet or 1/3 of the gross floor area, whichever is less, of the street level story of the building, shall be reserved for a non-residential use or uses, and such combined uses shall have both a depth and width of not less than 20 feet along the secondary street. In the case of multiple buildings on a lot with principal frontage on a secondary street, the non-residential use shall be located in the building closest to the secondary street.
2. Notwithstanding the above requirements, the Planning Board may waive the requirement for non-residential uses on the street level story and permit residential uses on the entire street level story in these locations by conditional use permit pursuant to Section 302.4 provided the applicant demonstrates that:
- a. Non-residential uses on the street level story are inappropriate given the unique characteristics of the subject property.
- b. The proposed development provides improvements to streetscapes, public ways, or public spaces that implement recommendations for downtown Lebanon in current plans, policies, or programs adopted by the City of Lebanon including but not limited to the Master Plan, Downtown Visioning Study, and the Capital Improvement Program.
- c. The proposed development includes a high-quality design with attention to architectural quality and detail, universal accessibility, and/or environmental sustainability.
C. Definitions.
For purposes of this subsection, primary and secondary streets are defined as follows:
1. Primary Streets. The Downtown Mall, Taylor Street within 500 feet of the Downtown Mall, Hanover Street from Hough Street to Church Street, Mascoma Street, Court Street, West Park Street, and North Park Street.
2. Secondary Streets. Hanover Street from NH Route120 to Hough Street, Foundry Street, Church Street, High Street, Mechanic Street, Water Street, East Park Street, Bank Street, Taylor Street more than 500 feet from the Downtown Mall, Campbell Street, and Spencer Street.
3. For any street that is located in more than one zoning district, the above designation as a primary or secondary street shall only apply to the segment of the street located within the LD District.
307.7 Additional Front Yard, Side Yard, and Rear Yard Requirements.
A. Additional Front Yard Requirements.
1. Minimum Front Yard.
- a. For buildings with residential uses located on the street level story at the building front line, a front yard of at least ten (10) feet shall be required, except that features required by Section 6.10.B.10.c of the Site Plan Review Regulations for ground floor residential uses (e.g. raised landings, weather protection, stoops, porches, and/or decks, or entrance features for each lobby or unit accessed from the exterior at the ground-floor level) may project into the minimum required front yard provided that such features do not project into the front setback along the building's frontage more than 35 percent of that building's frontage; and
- b. For all buildings with street level stories occupied by non-residential uses at the building front line, no front yard is required, except as required to meet the provisions of (c) below.
- c. The placement of a building on a lot shall provide a front yard sufficient for the construction of streetscape improvements, including but not limited to sidewalks, curbing, drainage, street trees, and pedestrian improvements as may be required through Site Plan Review and by the Site Plan Review Regulations.
2. Maximum Front Yard. No front yard shall be greater than 15 feet, except that a front yard with a depth greater than 15 feet may be provided when such front yard provides usable streetscape improvements, public ways, or other amenities on site that are accessible to the public and is approved by the Planning Board through Site Plan Review and the Site Plan Review Regulations.
B. Additional Side and Rear Yard Requirements.
1. All principal buildings with a building height of 45 feet or greater shall maintain a minimum setback of 15 feet from any side or rear lot line that is directly adjacent to a residential district.
2. All principal buildings with a building height of less than 45 feet shall maintain a minimum setback of 10 feet from any side or rear lot line that is directly adjacent to a residential district.
C.
Notwithstanding the above requirements, the Planning Board may waive the additional front yard, side yard, and rear yard requirements by conditional use permit pursuant to Section 302.4 provided the applicant demonstrates that the proposed yard:
- 1. Will provide an adequate buffer to abutting residential properties through site layout, landscaping, or fencing.
- 2. Meets the standards set forth in Section 302.4.
307.8 Building Height.
A. Maximum Height.
By conditional use permit per Section 302.4, the Planning Board may allow a maximum building height of 65 feet if the Planning Board determines that the proposal conforms to the following standards:
- 1. The building front line of the top story is set back at least ten (10) feet from the building front line of the story below when built within thirty feet of the front lot line.
- 2. The proposal provides improvements to streetscapes, public ways, or public spaces that implement recommendations for downtown Lebanon in current plans, policies, or programs adopted by the City of Lebanon including but not limited to the Master Plan, Downtown Visioning Study, and the Capital Improvement Program.
- 3. The proposal includes a high-quality design with attention to architectural quality and detail, universal accessibility, and/or environmental sustainability.
B. Minimum Height.
A principal building shall have a minimum height of not less than two (2) stories. For the purposes of this requirement, a second story shall have a gross floor area of no less than 50% of the gross floor area of the street level story. The Planning Board may waive these requirements by conditional use permit pursuant to Section 302.4.
C. Minimum Story Height.
The street level story of a building shall not be less than twelve (12) feet in height as measured between finished floors. All other stories shall be no less than ten (10) feet in height as measured between finished floors. The Planning Board may waive these requirements by conditional use permit pursuant to Section 302.4.
307.9 Driveways, Parking Areas, and Circulation Areas.
A. A driveway intersecting a street that constitutes the principal frontage of a lot is not permitted when the lot abuts another street or is accessed by an existing shared driveway.
B. No parking area or circulation area for vehicles shall be located in the front yard. For improved surfaces in existence as of January 20, 2021, the Planning Board may waive these requirements by conditional use permit pursuant to Section 302.4 if the Board finds that there is no other location on the lot to provide parking. Where a lot abuts more than one street, this restriction shall only apply to the front yard along the principal frontage.
307.10 Site Plan Review Regulations.
Development proposals and projects located in whole or in part within the Lebanon Downtown District are also subject to additional guidelines regarding building design and site design as established by the Planning Board in its Site Plan Review Regulations.
Section 308 Residential One District (R-1).
308.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the R-1 District is to provide areas for all types of residential uses at relatively high densities.
308.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
| Commercial/Non-Residential
| Residential
|
308.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Class | Area | Width | Additional Area per D.U. After Two | Maximum Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 3,000 sq.ft. | 45' or 55' per Section 308.4 |
| 2 | 15,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 5,000 sq.ft. | 45' or 55' per Section 308.4 |
| 3 | 40,000 sq.ft. | 100' | 15,000 sq.ft. | 45' or 55' per Section 308.4 |
| Class | Front | Side | Rear | Maximum Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 25% |
| 2 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 20% |
| 3 | 25' | 25' | 30' | 15% |
308.4 Building Height.
By conditional use permit per Section 302.4, the maximum building height for a proposed building may be increased up to 10 additional feet if the increase in building height is for the purpose of accommodating a parking structure underneath or within the proposed building, and provided that the building is set back from the setback line a minimum distance equal to two (2) feet for every one (1) foot of additional building height over 45 feet.
Section 309 Residential Two District (R-2).
309.1 Purpose.
The R-2 District is designed to preserve the older, established residential sections of the city as viable residential neighborhoods. The conversion of large older dwellings, and other buildings to multi-family dwellings, office, educational and cultural facilities is allowed, subject to appropriate controls in Section 601 but new multi-family dwellings, offices, private educational and cultural facilities are not allowed.
309.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
| Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
| Residential
|
309.3 Table of Area, Dimension and Coverage.
| Class | Area | Width | Additional Area per D.U. After Two | Maximum Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 3,000 sq.ft. | 45' |
| 2 | 15,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 5,000 sq.ft. | 45' |
| 3 | 40,000 sq.ft. | 100' | 15,000 sq.ft. | 45' |
| Class | Front | Side | Rear | Maximum Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 25% |
| 2 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 20% |
| 3 | 25' | 25' | 30' | 15% |
Section 310 Residential Three District (R-3).
310.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the R-3 District is to provide areas primarily for single family residential neighborhoods.
310.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
| Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
| Residential
|
310.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Class | Area | Width | Maximum Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 35' |
| 2 | 15,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 35' |
| 3 | 40,000 sq.ft. | 100' | 35' |
| Class | Front | Side | Rear | Max. Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 25% |
| 2 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 20% |
| 3 | 25' | 25' | 30' | 15% |
310.4 Dwelling Unit Density.
For senior housing complexes and PURDs per Section 501.2 (“Planned Unit Residential Development (PURD)”), one (1) dwelling unit is permitted per each 10,000 sq. ft. of lot area. Density for senior housing complexes may be increased per Section 603 (“Senior Housing Complexes”).
Section 311 Residential-Office District (R-O).
311.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the R-O District is to preserve the residential character of older, established neighborhoods by carefully guiding the transition of residential structures to office use. The district balances the goals of: (1) preserving the economic viability of older large dwellings located on heavily traveled streets; (2) providing attractive locations for small offices; and, (3) preserving the residential character of older established neighborhoods.
311.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
| Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
| Residential
|
311.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Class | Area | Width | Additional Area per D.U. After Two | Maximum Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 3,000 sq.ft. | 45' |
| 2 | 15,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 5,000 sq.ft. | 45' |
| 3 | 40,000 sq.ft. | 100' | 15,000 sq.ft. | 45' |
| Class | Front | Side | Rear | Maximum Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 25% |
| 2 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 20% |
| 3 | 25' | 25' | 30' | 15% |
Section 311A Residential-Office-One District (R-O-1).
311A.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the R-O-1 district is to provide for well-planned neighborhoods of offices and higher density housing by carefully guiding the integration of multi-residential housing and office uses. The district balances the goals of: (1) preserving the economic viability of older, large dwellings modified to accommodate multiple residential units or office space or both; (2) providing for attractive locations for small offices; and (3) providing for new office buildings compatible with surroundings.
311A.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
| Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
| Residential
|
311A.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Class | Area | Width | Additional Area per D.U. After Two | Maximum Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 3,000 sq.ft. | 45' |
| 2 | 15,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 5,000 sq.ft. | 45' |
| 3 | 40,000 sq.ft. | 100' | 15,000 sq.ft. | 45' |
| Class | Front | Side | Rear | Maximum Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 25% |
| 2 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 20% |
| 3 | 25' | 25' | 30' | 15% |
Section 311B Professional Business District (PB).
311B.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the PB District is to:
- 1. Safeguard, enhance, and perpetuate the architecturally historic structures within the district;
- 2. Support and promote business and commerce and provide economic benefit to the City by protecting and enhancing the visual attractiveness of the City to home buyers, business people, tourists, visitors, and shoppers;
- 3. Conserve and improve the value of property within the Professional Business District;
- 4. Prevent future urban blight by fostering and encouraging the preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of historic structures, areas, and neighborhoods;
- 5. Foster civic pride in the beautiful and noble architectural accomplishments of the past.
311B.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) |
|---|---|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
| Commercial/Non-Residential
|
311B.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Class | Area | Width | Maximum Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 45' |
| 2 | 15,000 sq.ft. | 75' | 45' |
| 3 | 40,000 sq.ft. | 100' | 45' |
| Class | Front | Side | Rear | Maximum Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 25% |
| 2 | 20' | 15' | 20' | 20% |
| 3 | 25' | 25' | 30' | 15% |
311B.4 Parking Requirements.
Parking shall be as set out in Section 607.4 of this Ordinance except that parking shall be provided on site for any dwelling unit(s) per Section 607.2 (“Table of Minimum Off-Street Parking Requirements”). Such on-site parking shall not occupy the front yard and shall be screened from abutting properties.
311B.5 Setback Requirements.
For the construction of any new addition to an existing building, the minimum required yard may be reduced to the alignment of the existing, dominant building wall exclusive of minor projections, for example bay windows.
311B.6 Reconstruction.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 703.2, a previously destroyed or removed nonconforming feature of an historic structure, to include but not limited to a bay window, dormer, porch, cupola, portico, and awning, may be reconstructed by special exception pursuant to Section 801.3. In addition to the findings required by Section 801.3, the Board of Adjustment shall find:
- A. That the reasonable use of abutting properties is not adversely affected by the reconstruction; and
- B. That the Heritage Commission has verified the prior existence of the feature; and
- C. That the feature is compatible with the existing design of the structure and with the character of the neighborhood.
311B.7 Dwelling Unit Density.
Density determinations for multi-family dwellings and mixed use buildings shall be made by the Planning Board during the course of site review based on site specific conditions and factors such as the availability of parking and/or the ability to provide required parking, the availability of adequate water and sewer, and the ability to provide required site improvements and to meet all other requirements of the Site Plan Review Regulations and all other applicable City regulations.
Section 312 Rural Lands One District (RL-1).
312.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the RL-1 District is to provide areas of transition between the denser urban neighborhoods of the R Districts and the more sparsely settled and/or more environmentally sensitive RL-2 and RL-3 areas.
312.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) |
|---|---|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
| Commercial/Non-Residential
|
312.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Class | Lot Area | Lot Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Height | Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 or 2 | 1 acre | 150' | 40' | 25' | 30' | 35' | 15% |
| 3 | 3 acres (*) | 150' | 40' | 25' | 30' | 35' | 15% |
The minimum lot size may be reduced to an area not smaller than one (1) acres by application of the High Intensity Soils Mapping Standards (i.e. HIS) of Appendix B.
Section 313 Rural Lands Two District (RL-2).
313.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the RL-2 District is to provide land for low density, rural living.
313.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) |
|---|---|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
| Commercial/Non-Residential
|
313.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Class | Lot Area | Lot Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Height | Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 or 2 | 1 acre | 150' | 40' | 20' | 25' | 35' | 20% |
| 3 | 3 acres (*) | 200' | 40' | 35' | 30' | 35' | 10% |
The minimum lot size may be reduced to an area not smaller than one (1) acres by application of the High Intensity Soils Mapping Standards (i.e. HIS) of Appendix B.
Section 314 Rural Lands Three District (RL-3).
314.1 Purpose.
These are areas of the City within which development should be restricted until it has been further studied and detailed plans developed. These are critical areas where slopes of over twenty-five percent (25%) may be found, wetlands and a seasonably high water-table exist or have poor highway access to the rest of the community. These areas almost uniformly have severe restrictions for on-site disposal of sewage and any extensive development, including driveways, may present problems in grades and control of erosion. The primary use of these areas should be for forestry with only limited development for single family residential purposes on large lots.
314.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Special Exception Uses (see Section 801.3) |
|---|---|
Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
| Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
|
314.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Lot Area | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Height | Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 acres | 50' | 50' | 50' | 35' | 1% |
Section 315 Medical Center District (MC).
315.1 Purpose.
The purpose of this district is to provide for the establishment and maintenance of a use which has as its goal, the provision of inpatient and outpatient health care, the furnishing of undergraduate and graduate medical education, the performance of medical research and other related and complimentary uses. This district recognizes the integrated and interdependent nature of this use, the importance of accessibility to the public and the virtue of maintaining natural land features. This district, and any use within, shall be serviced with public water and sewer systems, and any development shall adequately address vehicular and pedestrian traffic concerns, impacts on City services, including but not limited to schools, police protection and fire protection.
This district will be dominated by a medical center complex as defined in this Ordinance. Therefore, it is recognized that certain service-type uses may be advantageous in the immediate vicinity of the complex and have therefore been provided for as uses allowed by conditional use permit pursuant to Section 302.4. It is anticipated that impacts on City streets and highways may be reduced by allowing for these uses in the vicinity of the complex.
315.2 Table of Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Uses by Special Exception (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
| - |
|
Commercial/Non-Residential
Commercial/Non-Residential
Planned Developments
|
315.3 Table of Area, Dimensions and Coverage.
| Lot Area | Lot Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Height | Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75,000 sq. ft. | 200' | 40' | 20' | 20' | 60', except as required by Section 315.4 and as permitted by Section 506.2 | 50% |
315.4 Special Height Restriction.
On parcels adjacent to residential districts the height limitation of the adjacent residential district shall apply; but, on such parcels, building height may be increased above the residential limitation by one (1) foot for each two (2) feet that the building is set back from the required setback line(s) on sides of the lot adjacent to the residential district. However, in no case shall the height exceed 60 feet (or 100 feet if allowed by Section 506.2).
Section 315A Medical Center Two District (MC-2).
315A.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the Medical Center Two District is to provide for the provision of inpatient and outpatient health care and other related services and complimentary uses, including but not limited to housing for employees and staff.
315A.2 Permitted Uses.
| Permitted Uses | Uses by Special Exception (see Section 801.3) | Uses by Conditional Use Permit (see Section 302.4) |
|---|---|---|
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315A.3 Table of Area, Dimensions, and Coverage.
| Lot Area | Lot Frontage | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Height | Building Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30,000 sq.ft. | 100' | 20' | 15' | 20' | 60' (See Section 315A.4) | 40% |
315A.4 Special Height Restriction.
On parcels adjacent to residential districts, the height limitation of the adjacent residential district shall apply; provided, however, that on such parcels, building height may be increased above the residential limitation by one (1) foot for each two (2) feet that the building is set back from the required setback line(s) on sides of the lot adjacent to the residential district, but shall in no case exceed sixty (60) feet.
315A.5 Dwelling Unit Density.
Density determinations for multi-family dwellings shall be made by the Planning Board during the course of site plan review based on site specific conditions and factors such as the availability of parking and/or the ability to provide required parking, the availability of adequate water and sewer, and the ability to provide required site improvements and to meet all other requirements of the Site Plan Review Regulations and all other applicable City regulations.