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a. The average lot size for all lots in the proposed subdivision shall be equal to or greater than 6,000 square feet, and b. Individual lots shall not be less than 5,000 square feet in area. (Development Title Section 9-310.3) The minimum lot width for parcels in the R-L (Low Density Residential) zone is sixty (60) feet. The lot width of individual lots in a Major Subdivision may be reduced to seventy percent(70%) of the minimum lot width required by Table 9-310.3, provided the following conditions are met: a. The average lot width for all lots in the proposed subdivision shall be equal to or greater than the minimum lot width required; and b. Individual corner lots shall not have a lot width of less than fifty (50) feet. (Development Title Section 9-310.4) Residential Density Bonus Lot sizes for developments providing housing affordable to persons of low and very low income may receive a bonus incentive which provides a reduction in lot size pursuant to the requirements and provisions of Chapter 9-315, Residential Zones: Density Bonus. Requirements Development Title Section 9-315.2 states that residential developments which provide affordable housing shall receive a twenty-five (25) percent density bonus plus an additional incentive if the proposed project will create at least one of the following: a. Twenty (20) percent of the dwelling units affordable to low income households; b. Ten (10) percent of the dwelling units affordable to very low income households, or c. Fifty (50) percent of the dwelling units for senior citizens. The twenty-five (25) percent density bonus for the zoning of the project site (R-L, Low Density Residential) equates to a maximum of 7.5 dwelling units per gross acre. Incentives Development Title Section 9-315.4 states that the Director shall provide one or more of the following incentives: • Reduction in setback, • Reduction in lot width, • Reduction in square footage requirements of the lot, • Reduction in yard dimensions, • Increase in building height; • Increase in building intensity, • Reduction of ratio of vehicular parking spaces per unit, • Reduction in open space requirements; or • Reduction in fees. If the Director concludes that an incentive as specified in Development Title Section 9-315.4 is not necessary for affordability of the target units, a written finding stating such shall be made. Request For Density Bonus If a density bonus is desired by the applicant, the applicant shall submit a written request for a density bonus with the application for residential development, or with a Planned Development 2