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Zoning Districts Countryside Residential Intent: Lands in this district have a strong rural, pastoral feel. Natural environmental elements such as tree lines, small ponds, rock formations, and manmade elements such as pasture fencing are to be retained, if at all possible. Although the area is capable of handling higher densities of development, development is kept at very low overall densities. Development includes only the standard single family detached dwelling. The site sensitive design concept is carried out through performance based standards on residential development with the technique of "clustering ". In general, clustering is an arrangement of physical structures on land with an emphasis on retaining natural areas as open space. It is the primary way in which development can be successfully blended into the rural landscape. Densities permitted in the CR district range from 1 unit per 2 acres if the Conventional Subdivision option is used to 1 unit per acre if the Open Space design option is used. The minimum lot size is one acre. The minimum lot size for minor subdivisions is one acre. Public water and sewer are not permitted in this zoning district. Rationale: This is a land use district created as a direct result of the County's systematic area planning process. As a reaction to the growth of the past decade (as much as 80% in some townships) many residents are anxious to see their areas retain the appeal that inspired the resident to make his /her original investment. This district helps implement a growth management philosophy before the fact rather than after. Even when the area has access to public utilities, the overall density will remain relatively low. In summary, the principle purpose of this district is to provide some land area in the County for a permanent country /rural residential life style. Permitted Uses: Agriculture excluding livestock Agriculture including livestock Dairy processing Family care home Group care facility Livestock sales Nursery /greenhouse Single family detached residential Attachment number 1 G -1 Page 242