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SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA

COUNCIL CHAMBERS · 495 SOUTH MAIN STREET · PHONE 229-6011


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LAS VEGAS CITY COUNCIL COMMISSIONERS


Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman, (At-Large) Sam Cherry, Chair
Mayor Pro-Tem Lois Tarkanian, (Ward 1) Vicki Quinn, Vice Chair
Councilman Stavros S. Anthony, (Ward 4) Trinity Haven Schlottman
Councilman Bob Coffin, (Ward 3) Donna Toussaint
Councilman Steven G. Seroka, (Ward 2) Christina E. Roush
Councilwoman Michele Fiore, (Ward 6) Louis De Salvio
Councilman Cedric Crear (Ward 5) Brenda J. Williams
City Manager Scott D. Adams

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made to assist and accommodate persons with disabilities or impairments. If you need an accommodation to
attend and participate in this meeting, please call the DEPARTMENT DESIGNEE at 702-229-6301 and
advise of your need at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. Dial 7-1-1 for Relay Nevada.

August 14, 2018


4:00 PM
ITEMS MAY BE TAKEN OUT OF THE ORDER PRESENTED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE CHAIRPERSON. TWO OR
MORE AGENDA ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION MAY BE COMBINED; AND ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA MAY BE
REMOVED OR RELATED DISCUSSION MAY BE DELAYED AT ANY TIME. BACKUP MATERIAL FOR THIS AGENDA
MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MILAGROS ESCUIN, DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, 333 NORTH RANCHO DRIVE, 3RD
FLOOR, (702)-229-6301 OR ON THE CITY’S WEBPAGE AT www.lasvegasnevada.gov.

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NOTICE: This meeting has been properly noticed and posted at the following locations:

City Hall, 495 South Main Street, 1st Floor


Clark County Government Center, 500 South Grand Central Parkway
Grant Sawyer Building, 555 East Washington Avenue
City of Las Vegas Development Services Center, 333 North Rancho Drive

ACTIONS: ALL ACTIONS EXCEPT GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS, REZONINGS AND RELATED
CASES THERETO ARE FINAL UNLESS AN APPEAL IS FILED BY THE APPLICANT OR AN

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AGGRIEVED PERSON, OR A REVIEW IS REQUESTED BY A MEMBER OF THE CITY
COUNCIL WITHIN TEN DAYS AND PAYMENT OF THOSE COSTS SHALL BE MADE UPON
FILING OF THE APPLICATION.

ANY ITEM LISTED IN THIS AGENDA MAY BE TAKEN OUT OF ORDER IF SO REQUESTED
BY THE APPLICANT, STAFF, OR A MEMBER OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND
AGREED TO BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION. THE PLANNING COMMISSION MAY
IMPOSE TIME LIMITATIONS, AS NECESSARY, ON THOSE PERSONS WISHING TO BE
HEARD ON ANY AGENDAED ITEM.

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING RULES OF CONDUCT:

1. Staff will present each item to the Commission in order as shown on the agenda, along with a recommendation and
suggested conditions of approval, if appropriate.

2. The applicant is asked to be at the public microphone during the staff presentation. When the staff presentation is
complete, the applicant should state his name and address, and indicate whether or not he accepts staff’s conditions of
approval.

3. If areas of concern are known in advance, or if the applicant does not accept staff’s condition, the applicant or his
representative is invited to make a brief presentation of his item with emphasis on any items of concern.

4. Persons other than the applicant who support the request are invited to make brief statements after the applicant. If
more than one supporter is present, comments should not be repetitive. A representative is welcome to speak and
indicate that he speaks for others in the audience who share his view.

5. Objectors to the item will be heard after the applicant and any other supporters. All who wish to speak will be heard,
but in the interest of time it is suggested that representatives be selected who can summarize the views of any groups
of interested parties.

6. After all objectors’ input has been received; the applicant will be invited to respond to any new issues raised.

7. Following the applicant’s response, the public hearing will be closed; Commissioners will discuss the item amongst
themselves, ask any questions they feel are appropriate, and proceed to a motion and decision on the matter.

8. Letters, petitions, photographs and other submissions to the Commission will be retained for the record. Large maps,
models and other materials may be displayed to the Commission from the microphone area, but need not be handed in
for the record unless requested by the Commission.

As a courtesy, we would ask those not speaking to be seated and not interrupt the speaker or the Commission. We appreciate
your courtesy and hope you will help us make your visit with the Commission a good and fair experience.

BUSINESS ITEMS:
1. CALL TO ORDER

2. ANNOUNCEMENT: COMPLIANCE WITH OPEN MEETING LAW

3. ROLL CALL

4. PUBLIC COMMENT DURING THIS PORTION OF THE AGENDA MUST BE LIMITED TO MATTERS ON THE
AGENDA FOR ACTION. IF YOU WISH TO BE HEARD, COME TO THE PODIUM AND GIVE YOUR NAME FOR
THE RECORD. THE AMOUNT OF DISCUSSION, AS WELL AS THE AMOUNT OF TIME ANY SINGLE
SPEAKER IS ALLOWED, MAY BE LIMITED

5. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION - Any Items from the Planning Commission, staff and/or the applicant wish to be stricken or
held in abeyance to a future meeting may be brought forward and acted upon at this time.

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CONSENT ITEMS:
CONSENT ITEMS ARE CONSIDERED ROUTINE BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND MAY BE ENACTED BY ONE
MOTION. HOWEVER, ANY ITEM MAY BE DISCUSSED IF A COMMISSION MEMBER OR APPLICANT SO DESIRES.

6. TMP-73686 - TENTATIVE MAP - LAKE MEAD & DECATUR (A COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISION) -


APPLICANT/OWNER: DOUMANI HOLDINGS, LLC - For possible action on a request for a Tentative Map FOR A
ONE-LOT COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISION on 1.50 acres at the northwest corner of Lake Mead Boulevard and Decatur
Boulevard (APNs 138-24-611-060, 061 and 062), C-1 (Limited Commercial) Zone, Ward 5 (Crear) [PRJ-73409]. Staff
recommends APPROVAL.

7. TMP-73834 - TENTATIVE MAP - EASTERN AND 95 (A COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISION) - APPLICANT/OWNER:


EASTERN 95, LLC - For possible action on a request for a Tentative Map FOR A ONE-LOT COMMERCIAL
SUBDIVISION on 4.65 acres at 400 North Eastern Avenue (APN 139-36-210-003), C-1 (Limited Commercial) Zone,
Ward 3 (Coffin) [PRJ-73714]. Staff recommends APPROVAL.

DIRECTOR'S BUSINESS:
8. ABEYANCE - TXT-73545 - TEXT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC HEARING - APPLICANT/OWNER: CITY OF LAS
VEGAS - For possible action on a request to amend LVMC Title 19, Unified Development Code (UDC) of the City of Las
Vegas, to introduce LVMC 19.09 Form-Based Code, and to provide for other related matters. Staff recommends
APPROVAL.

9. TXT-73681 - TEXT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC HEARING - APPLICANT: CITY OF LAS VEGAS - For possible action
to amend LVMC Title 19, the Unified Development Code of the City of Las Vegas, to make the Short-Term Residential
Rental use prohibited by repealing all provisions for the use, and to provide for other related matters. Staff has NO
RECOMMENDATION.

10. TXT-73931 - TEXT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC HEARING - APPLICANT/OWNER: CITY OF LAS VEGAS - For
possible action on a request to amend the Development Uses section of the Town Center Development Standards Manual
to allow Motor Vehicle Sales (Used) as a primary use within a specified geographical area in Town Center and to provide
for other related matters. Staff has NO RECOMMENDATION.

11. TXT-73989 - TEXT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC HEARING - APPLICANT: CITY OF LAS VEGAS - For possible action
to amend LVMC Chapters 19.12 Permitted Uses and 19.18 Definitions and Measures to provide updated standards and a
definition for a Short-Term Residential Rental use in Mixed-Use and Multi-Family Residential developments, and to
provide for other related matters. Staff has NO RECOMMENDATION.

12. TXT-73990 - TEXT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC HEARING - APPLICANT: CITY OF LAS VEGAS - For possible action
to amend LVMC Chapters 19.10 Special Area and Overlay Districts - Purpose And Development And Design Standards;
19.12 Permitted Uses; and 19.18 Definitions and Measures to add the LVMDP-O (LVMD Neighborhood Preservation
Overlay) District and provide updated standards and a definition for a Short-Term Residential Rental use, and to provide
for other related matters. Staff has NO RECOMMENDATION.

CITIZENS PARTICIPATION:
13. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION: PUBLIC COMMENT DURING THIS PORTION OF THE AGENDA MUST BE
LIMITED TO MATTERS WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION. NO SUBJECT MAY
BE ACTED UPON BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION UNLESS THAT SUBJECT IS ON THE AGENDA AND IS
SCHEDULED FOR ACTION. IF YOU WISH TO BE HEARD, COME TO THE PODIUM AND GIVE YOUR NAME
FOR THE RECORD. THE AMOUNT OF DISCUSSION ON ANY SINGLE SUBJECT, AS WELL AS THE AMOUNT
OF TIME ANY SINGLE SPEAKER IS ALLOWED, MAY BE LIMITED

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Agenda Item No.: 1.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD

SUBJECT:
CALL TO ORDER
Agenda Item No.: 2.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD

SUBJECT:
ANNOUNCEMENT: COMPLIANCE WITH OPEN MEETING LAW
Agenda Item No.: 3.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD

SUBJECT:
ROLL CALL
Agenda Item No.: 4.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD

SUBJECT:
PUBLIC COMMENT DURING THIS PORTION OF THE AGENDA MUST BE LIMITED TO
MATTERS ON THE AGENDA FOR ACTION. IF YOU WISH TO BE HEARD, COME TO
THE PODIUM AND GIVE YOUR NAME FOR THE RECORD. THE AMOUNT OF
DISCUSSION, AS WELL AS THE AMOUNT OF TIME ANY SINGLE SPEAKER IS
ALLOWED, MAY BE LIMITED
Agenda Item No.: 5.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD Consent Discussion

SUBJECT:
FOR POSSIBLE ACTION - Any items from the Planning Commission, staff and/or the
applicant wish to be stricken or held in abeyance to a future meeting may be brought forward and
acted upon at this time.
Agenda Item No.: 6.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD Consent Discussion

SUBJECT:
TMP-73686 - TENTATIVE MAP - LAKE MEAD & DECATUR (A COMMERCIAL
SUBDIVISION) - APPLICANT/OWNER: DOUMANI HOLDINGS, LLC - For possible action
on a request for a Tentative Map FOR A ONE-LOT COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISION on 1.50
acres at the northwest corner of Lake Mead Boulevard and Decatur Boulevard (APNs 138-24-
611-060, 061 and 062), C-1 (Limited Commercial) Zone, Ward 5 (Crear) [PRJ-73409]. Staff
recommends APPROVAL.

MAY GO TO CITY COUNCIL ON 9/5/2018


OR MAY BE FINAL ACTION (Unless Appealed Within Seven Days)

PROTESTS RECEIVED BEFORE: APPROVALS RECEIVED BEFORE:


Planning Commission Mtg. 0 Planning Commission Mtg. 0
City Council Meeting 0 City Council Meeting 0

RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends APPROVAL, subject to conditions:

BACKUP DOCUMENTATION:
1. Location and Aerial Maps
2. Conditions and Staff Report
3. Supporting Documentation
4. Photo(s)
5. Justification Letter
TMP-73686 [PRJ-73409]

AGENDA MEMO - PLANNING


PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
ITEM DESCRIPTION: APPLICANT/OWNER: DOUMANI HOLDINGS, LLC

** STAFF RECOMMENDATION(S) **

CASE REQUIRED FOR


RECOMMENDATION
NUMBER APPROVAL
TMP-73686 Staff recommends APPROVAL, subject to conditions:

** NOTIFICATION **

NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS NOTIFIED N/A

NOTICES MAILED N/A

PROTESTS 0

APPROVALS 0

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** CONDITIONS **

TMP-73686 CONDITIONS

Planning

1. Approval of the Tentative Map shall be for no more than four (4) years. If a Final
Map is not recorded on all or a portion of the area embraced by the Tentative Map
within four (4) years of the approval of the Tentative Map, this action is void.

2. A fully operational fire protection system, including fire apparatus roads, fire
hydrants and water supply, shall be installed and shall be functioning prior to
construction of any combustible structures.

3. The Final Map shall contain a note granting perpetual common access and parking
across the entire subdivision.

4. All development is subject to the conditions of City Departments and State


Subdivision Statutes.

Public Works

5. Per Title 19.16.060.W.1, provide a note on the Final Map that states “All parcels
created through this map shall have perpetual unobstructed access to all
driveways servicing the overall subdivision unless incompatible uses can be
demonstrated to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.”

6. The onsite sewer shall be private and per Title 19.16.060.W. 2, sewer service for
this commercial subdivision shall be shown in accordance with one of the following
three alternatives, and the appropriate note shall appear on the face of the
recorded Final Map:
i. Onsite sewers, 8-inches in diameter or larger, are public sewers where
located within 20 foot wide dedicated public sewer easements.
ii. Onsite sewers are a common element privately owned and maintained per
the Conditions, Covenants, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) of this commercial
subdivision.
iii. Onsite sewers are a common element privately owned and maintained per
the Joint Use Agreement of this commercial subdivision.

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7. Per Title 19.16.060.W.3, provide a note on the Final Map that states “All
subdivided lots within this Final Map shall provide perpetual inter-lot drainage
rights across all existing and future parcel limits.” A technical drainage study shall
be submitted and approved prior to further development of this site.

8. Prior to the issuance of permits, grant a Bus Shelter Pad Easement in


conformance with Standard Drawing #234.2 for the existing bus stop on Lake
Mead Boulevard adjacent to this site unless the Regional Transportation
Commission (RTC) acknowledges in writing that this easement is not required.

9. Site development to comply with all applicable conditions of approval for Site
Development Plan Review SDR-73504 and all other applicable site-related actions.

10. The approval of all Public Works related improvements shown on this Tentative
Map is in concept only. Specific design and construction details relating to size,
type and/or alignment of improvements, including but not limited to street, sewer
and drainage improvements, shall be resolved prior to approval of the construction
plans by the City. No additional deviations from adopted City Standards shall be
allowed unless specific written approval for such is received from the City Engineer
prior to the recordation of a Final Map or the approval of subdivision related
construction plans, whichever may occur first. Approval of this Tentative Map does
not constitute approval of any deviations. If such approval cannot be obtained, a
revised Tentative Map must be submitted showing elimination of such deviations.

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** STAFF REPORT **

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The applicant requests approval of a Tentative Map for a one-lot commercial


subdivision on 1.50 acres at the northwest corner of Lake Mead Boulevard and Decatur
Boulevard.

ANALYSIS

The subject site is currently developed with an Auto Repair Garage (Minor) use on the
southern (APN 138-24-611-062) parcel, while the two northern parcels (APNs 138-24-
611-060, 061) are currently undeveloped. The following entitlements are scheduled to
be heard before the Planning Commission on 08/14/18: Variance (VAR-73501), Special
Use Permit (SUP-73502), Special Use Permit (SUP-73503) and Site Development Plan
Review (SDR-73504) to allow a proposed 8,243 square-foot commercial development
with three buildings that include a convenience store with full pumps, a tenant space for
a drive through restaurant and an auto repair garage (minor) use. Per the submitted
justification letter, combining the three lots is necessary in order to fully develop the
property.

Staff notes that per the submitted cross sections, the subject site is surrounded on three
sides by existing rights-of-way and on the west side by an existing commercial site and
a single family dwelling. No retaining walls are shown or anticipated.

The map meets and complies with the Title 19 and NRS 278 requirements for a
Tentative Map; therefore, staff recommends approval with conditions. If denied, the
existing parcel would remain.

FINDINGS (TMP-73686)

All Title 19 zoning and NRS 278 and technical requirements regarding tentative maps
are satisfied. Therefore, staff recommends approval of the subject tentative map with
conditions.

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BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Related Relevant City Actions by Planning, Fire, Bldg., etc


The City Council approved an Annexation (A-0017-97) of property
11/10/97 located on the northwest corner of Lake Mead Boulevard and Decatur
Boulevard. The effective date was 12/19/97.
The City Council approved Site Development Plan Review (SD-0037-
99) for a proposed 3,660 square-foot addition to an existing 1,839
03/15/00
square-foot Auto Repair Garage, Minor at 2027 North Decatur
Boulevard. The Planning Commission recommended denial.
The City Council approved Special Use Permit (SUP-4195) and a
reduction of required perimeter landscaping for an existing Auto Repair
06/16/04
Garage, Minor at 2027 North Decatur Boulevard. The Planning
Commission and staff recommended approval of the request.
The City Council approved Site Development Plan Review (SDR-
6940) for a proposed 12,776 square foot commercial development and
waivers of the parking lot, foundation, and perimeter landscaping
requirements and a waiver of the commercial design standards to
allow a 10-foot corner side setback where 15 feet is required on 1.5
acres adjacent to the northeast corner of Lake Mead Boulevard and
09/07/05 Decatur Boulevard. The Planning Commission and staff recommended
approval of the request.
The City Council approved Rezoning (ZON-7051) from U
(Undeveloped) Zone [SC (Service Commercial) General Plan
Designation] to C-1 (Limited Commercial) on 0.51 acres at 2047 North
Decatur Boulevard. The Planning Commission and staff recommended
approval of the request
The Planning Commission tabled Site Development Plan Review
(SDR-15322) for a proposed 11,080 square-foot retail development at
01/25/07
the northwest corner of Lake Mead Boulevard and Decatur Boulevard.
Staff recommended approval of the request.
The City Council approved Required Review (RQR-28310) of an
approved Special Use Permit (SUP-4195) for an existing Auto Repair
07/02/08
Garage, Minor located at 2027 North Decatur Boulevard. Staff
recommended approval of the request.
The City Council approved a Required Review (RQR-29128) of an
approved Special Use Permit (SUP-4195) for an existing Auto Repair
08/06/08
Garage, Minor located at 2027 North Decatur Boulevard. Staff
recommended denial of the request.

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Related Relevant City Actions by Planning, Fire, Bldg., etc


The City Council approved Rezoning (ZON-31477) from U
(Undeveloped) Zone [SC (Service Commercial) General Plan
Designation] to C-1 (Limited Commercial) on 0.51 acres at 2047 North
Decatur Boulevard. The Planning Commission and staff recommended
approval of the request
The City Council approved Special Use Permit (SUP-31478) for a
proposed Beer/Wine/Cooler Off-Sale Establishment in conjunction with
a proposed 2,944 square-foot convenience store at the northwest
corner of West Lake Mead Boulevard and North Decatur Boulevard.
02/18/09
The Planning Commission and staff recommended approval of the
request.
The City Council approved Site Development Plan Review (SDR-
31479) for a proposed 12,422 square-foot single-story retail
development with waivers of the building placement and orientation
standards and to allow a portion of the west perimeter landscape
buffer to be eight feet where 15 feet is required at the northwest corner
of West Lake Mead Boulevard and North Decatur Boulevard. The
Planning Commission and staff recommended approval of the request.
The City Council approved a Required Review (RQR-32709) of an
approved Special Use Permit (SUP-4195) for an existing Auto Repair
07/01/09
Garage, Minor located at 2027 North Decatur Boulevard. Staff
recommended approval of the request.
The City Council approved Required Review (RQR-47134) of an
approved Special Use Permit (SUP-4195) for an existing Auto Repair
12/19/12
Garage, Minor located at 2027 North Decatur Boulevard. Staff
recommended approval of the request.
Variance request (VAR-73501) to allow 60 parking spaces where 63
are required at the northwest corner of Lake Mead Boulevard and
Decatur Boulevard was abeyed to the 08/14/18 Planning Commission.
Staff recommends approval.
Special Use Permit request (SUP-73502) for a proposed Auto Repair
Garage, Minor use at the northwest corner of Lake Mead Boulevard
07/10/18 and Decatur Boulevard was abeyed to the 08/14/18 Planning
Commission. Staff recommends approval.
Special Use Permit request (SUP-73503) for a proposed 3,043
Square-foot Beer/Wine/Cooler Off-Sale Establishment use at the
northwest corner of Lake Mead Boulevard and Decatur Boulevard was
abeyed to the 08/14/18 Planning Commission. Staff recommends
approval.

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Related Relevant City Actions by Planning, Fire, Bldg., etc


Site Development Plan Review (SDR-73504) for a proposed single-
story, 8,243 square-foot commercial development with waivers to not
orient the building to the corner where such is required, to allow a 12-
foot landscape buffer along a portion of the east perimeter and a 14-
foot landscape buffer along a portion of the north perimeter where 15
feet is required, and a six-foot landscape buffer on the west perimeter
where eight feet is required at the northwest corner of Lake Mead
Boulevard and Decatur Boulevard was abeyed to the 08/14/18
Planning Commission. Staff recommends approval.

Most Recent Change of Ownership


09/26/17 A deed was recorded for a change in ownership.

Related Building Permits/Business Licenses


A business license (#A55-00108) was issued for an Auto Repair
03/08/04 Garage, Minor at 2027 North Decatur Boulevard. The license is still
active.
A Code Enforcement case (#182680) was processed for trash,
09/19/17 shopping carts and evidence of homeless at this vacant lot at 2037
North Decatur Boulevard. The case was resolved on 10/12/17.
A Code Enforcement case (#182757) was processed for homeless
sleeping in back of property at 2027 North Decatur Boulevard. The
case was resolved on 10/26/17.
09/21/17
A Code Enforcement case (#182759) was processed for trash and
debris on a vacant lot at 2047 North Decatur Boulevard. The case was
resolved on 10/12/17.
A Code Enforcement case (#185277) was processed for trash and
01/10/18 debris on a vacant lot at 2047 North Decatur Boulevard. The case was
resolved on 01/22/18.
A Code Enforcement case (#186367) was processed for a homeless
02/27/18 camp with trash and debris on a vacant lot at 2047 North Decatur
Boulevard. The case was resolved on 03/07/18.
A Code Enforcement case (#187764) was processed for a food truck
04/18/18 on private property at 2027 North Decatur Boulevard. The case was
resolved on 04/25/18.

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Pre-Application Meeting
Staff conducted a pre-application meeting with the applicant where the
05/14/18 submittal requirements and deadlines were reviewed for a proposed
Tentative Map.

Neighborhood Meeting
A Neighborhood meeting was not required, nor was one held.

Field Check
During a routine site inspection, staff observed that the subject site is
currently developed with an Auto Repair Garage (Minor) use on the
07/18/18
southern (APN 138-24-611-062), with the two northern parcels (APNs
138-24-611-060, 061) being undeveloped.

Details of Application Request


Site Area
Net Acres 1.50

Existing Land Planned or Special


Surrounding Existing Zoning
Use Per Title Land Use
Property District
19.12 Designation
Auto Repair
Subject SC (Service C-1 (Limited
Garage (Minor)
Property Commercial) Commercial)
Undeveloped
SC (Service C-1 (Limited
North Restaurant
Commercial) Commercial)
SC (Service C-1 (Limited
South Shopping Center
Commercial) Commercial)
Auto Repair
Garage (Minor)
Auto Parts C-1 (Limited
Financial SC (Service Commercial)
East
Institution, Commercial)
Specified
R-1 (Single Family
Public Utility
Residential)

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Existing Land Planned or Special


Surrounding Existing Zoning
Use Per Title Land Use
Property District
19.12 Designation
R-PD8 (Residential
Single Family ML (Medium Low
Planned Development –
Detached Dwelling Density Residential)
8 Units per Acre)
SC (Service C-1 (Limited
General Retail
Commercial) Commercial)
West RN (Rural R-E (Rural Estates
Single Family
Neighborhood) – Residential) – Clark
Detached Dwelling
Clark County County

Master and Neighborhood Plan Areas Compliance


No Applicable Master Plan Area N/A
Special Area and Overlay Districts Compliance
A-O (Airport Overlay) District (70 Feet) Y
Other Plans or Special Requirements Compliance
Trails Y
Las Vegas Redevelopment Plan Area N/A
Interlocal Agreement N/A
Project of Significant Impact (Development Impact Notification N/A
Assessment)
Project of Regional Significance N/A

DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

Functional Actual Compliance


Governing
Street Name Classification Street Width with Street
Document
of Street(s) (Feet) Section
Master Plan of
Lake Mead
Primary Arterial Streets and 100 Y
Boulevard
Highways
Master Plan of
Decatur
Primary Arterial Streets and 105 Y
Boulevard
Highways

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Agenda Item No.: 7.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD Consent Discussion

SUBJECT:
TMP-73834 - TENTATIVE MAP - EASTERN AND 95 (A COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISION) -
APPLICANT/OWNER: EASTERN 95, LLC - For possible action on a request for a Tentative
Map FOR A ONE-LOT COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISION on 4.65 acres at 400 North Eastern
Avenue (APN 139-36-210-003), C-1 (Limited Commercial) Zone, Ward 3 (Coffin) [PRJ-73714].
Staff recommends APPROVAL.

MAY GO TO CITY COUNCIL ON 9/5/2018


OR MAY BE FINAL ACTION (Unless Appealed Within Seven Days)

PROTESTS RECEIVED BEFORE: APPROVALS RECEIVED BEFORE:


Planning Commission Mtg. 0 Planning Commission Mtg. 0
City Council Meeting 0 City Council Meeting 0

RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends APPROVAL, subject to conditions:

BACKUP DOCUMENTATION:
1. Location and Aerial Maps
2. Conditions and Staff Report
3. Supporting Documentation
4. Photo(s)
5. Justification Letter
6. Action Letter for TMP-53409 [PRJ-53295]
TMP-73834 [PRJ-73714]

AGENDA MEMO - PLANNING


PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
ITEM DESCRIPTION: APPLICANT/OWNER: EASTERN 95, LLC

** STAFF RECOMMENDATION(S) **

CASE REQUIRED FOR


RECOMMENDATION
NUMBER APPROVAL
TMP-73834 Staff recommends APPROVAL, subject to conditions:

** NOTIFICATION **

NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS NOTIFIED N/A

NOTICES MAILED N/A

PROTESTS 0

APPROVALS 0

JB
TMP-73834 [PRJ-73714]
Conditions Page One
August 14, 2018 - Planning Commission Meeting

** CONDITIONS **

TMP-73834 CONDITIONS

Planning

1. Approval of the Tentative Map shall be for no more than four (4) years. If a Final
Map is not recorded on all or a portion of the area embraced by the Tentative Map
within four (4) years of the approval of the Tentative Map, this action is void.

2. Street names must be provided in accordance with the City’s Street Naming
Regulations.

3. A fully operational fire protection system, including fire apparatus roads, fire
hydrants and water supply, shall be installed and shall be functioning prior to
construction of any combustible structures.

4. The Final Map shall contain a note granting perpetual common access and parking
across the entire subdivision.

5. All development is subject to the conditions of City Departments and State


Subdivision Statutes.

Public Works

6. Per Title 19.16.060.W.1, provide a note on the Final Map that states “All parcels
created through this map shall have perpetual unobstructed access to all
driveways servicing the overall subdivision unless incompatible uses can be
demonstrated to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.”

7. The onsite sewer shall be private and per Title 19.16.060.W. 2, sewer service for
this commercial subdivision shall be shown in accordance with one of the following
three alternatives, and the appropriate note shall appear on the face of the
recorded Final Map:
i. Onsite sewers, 8-inches in diameter or larger, are public sewers where
located within 20 foot wide dedicated public sewer easements.
ii. Onsite sewers are a common element privately owned and maintained per
the Conditions, Covenants, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) of this commercial
subdivision.
iii. Onsite sewers are a common element privately owned and maintained per
the Joint Use Agreement of this commercial subdivision.

JB
TMP-73834 [PRJ-73714]
Conditions Page Two
August 14, 2018 - Planning Commission Meeting

8. Per Title 19.16.060.W.3, provide a note on the Final Map that states “All
subdivided lots within this Final Map shall provide perpetual inter-lot drainage
rights across all existing and future parcel limits.” This condition shall not be
enforced if the Owner demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Flood Control Section
of Public Works that each lot can drain independently to abutting public roadways.

JB
TMP-73834 [PRJ-73714]
Staff Report Page One
August 14, 2018 - Planning Commission Meeting

** STAFF REPORT **

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The applicant requests approval of a Tentative Map for a one-lot commercial


subdivision on a 4.65 acre site at the northeast corner of Eastern Avenue and US 95.

ISSUES

 The site has been graded and is currently partially developed.


 Applicant has not proposed any perimeter walls with this request.

ANALYSIS

The site is located within the Las Vegas Redevelopment Plan Area and is utilized as a
commercial land use. All existing structures on the site meet the Title 19 requirements
for the C-1 (Limited Commercial) zoning district.

Access to the site exists from two driveways off of Eastern Avenue and Cedar Avenue.
The site is partially developed, with an existing 4,189 square-foot convenience store
with fuel canopy and dispensers and self-service car wash constructed in 1997 on the
western portion of the subject site. Any future development proposed on the vacant
portion of the property will require a Site Development Plan Review and must comply
will all applicable Title 19 development standards. Site circulation is logical throughout
the site and will be unaffected by mapping.

Parking and access is intended to be allowed across the site. A condition of approval
will require that common perpetual access and parking will be granted across the entire
proposed commercial subdivision.

The map meets and complies with the Title 19 and NRS 278 requirements for a
Tentative Map; therefore, staff recommends approval with conditions. If denied, the
existing parcel would remain.

FINDINGS (TMP-73834)

All Title 19 zoning and NRS 278 and technical requirements regarding tentative maps
are satisfied. Therefore, staff recommends approval of the subject tentative map with
conditions.

JB
TMP-73834 [PRJ-73714]
Staff Report Page Two
August 14, 2018 - Planning Commission Meeting

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Related Relevant City Actions by Planning, Fire, Bldg., etc


The City Council approved a Rezoning (Z-0115-94) request from R-3
(Medium Density Residential) to C-1 (Limited Commercial) on property
11/16/94 located along the north side of Oran K. Gragson Highway,
approximately 490 feet east of Eastern Avenue. Planning Commission
and staff recommended approval.
The Planning Commission approved a Plot Plan and Elevation Review
[Z-0115-94(1)] request for a convenience store on property located
03/23/95
along the north side of Oran K. Gragson Highway, approximately 490
feet east of Eastern Avenue. Staff recommended approval.
The City Council approved a Special Use Permit (U-0042-95) request
for a 14-foot by 48-foot Off-Premise Sign on property located along the
05/17/95 north side of Oran K. Gragson Highway, approximately 490 feet east
of Eastern Avenue. The Board of Zoning Adjustment recommended
denial. The entitlement expired in 2008.
The City Council approved a Review of Condition [U-0042-95(1)] to
modify condition #1 of U-42-95 from a required two year review to a
09/06/95
five year review. The Board of Zoning Adjustment recommended
approval.
The City Council approved a Special Use Permit (U-004-99) for a
Service Station (Gasoline Sales) in conjunction with a proposed
05/24/99
convenience store at 400 North Eastern Avenue. Planning
Commission and staff recommended approval.
The City Council approved a Special Use Permit (U-0063-99) request
for Restricted Gaming in conjunction with an existing convenience
07/12/99
store at 400 North Eastern Avenue. Planning Commission and staff
recommended approval.
The City Council approved a Special Use Permit (U-0123-99) request
for a Beer/Wine/Cooler Off-Sale use in conjunction with an existing
01/19/00
convenience store at 400 North Eastern Avenue. Planning
Commission and staff recommended approval.
The City Council approved a five year Required Review [U-0042-95(2)]
of a previously approved Special Use Permit (U-42-95) for an Off-
07/05/00 Premise Sign on property located along the north side of Oran K.
Gragson Highway, approximately 490 feet east of Eastern Avenue.
Planning Commission and staff recommended approval.
The City Council approved a two year Required Review [U-0042-95(3)]
of a previously approved Special Use Permit (U-0042-95) for an Off-
10/16/02 Premise Sign on property located along the north side of Oran K.
Gragson Highway, approximately 490 feet east of Eastern Avenue.
Planning Commission and staff recommended denial.

JB
TMP-73834 [PRJ-73714]
Staff Report Page Three
August 14, 2018 - Planning Commission Meeting

Related Relevant City Actions by Planning, Fire, Bldg., etc


The City Council approved a two year Required Review (RQR-5164)
of a previously approved Special Use Permit (U-0042-95) which
11/17/04 allowed a 50-foot tall, 14-foot by 48-foot Off-Premise Sign at 410 North
Eastern Avenue. Planning Commission and staff recommended
approval.
The Planning Commission recommended approval of a Special Use
Permit (SUP-51693) request for a 55-foot tall, 14-foot by 48-foot Off-
12/10/13
Premise Sign at 400 North Eastern Avenue. Special Use Permit (SUP-
51693) scheduled to be heard by the City Council on 01/22/14.
The City Council approved a request for a Special Use Permit (SUP-
52101) for a Retail Establishment with Accessory Package Liquor Off-
Sale use within an existing 4,184 square-foot Convenience Store with
03/19/14 a waiver to allow a 242-foot distance separation from Church/House of
Worship where 400 feet is required at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The
Planning Commission recommended approval and staff recommended
denial.
A Conditional Use Verification (CUV-54059) was approved for Open
Air Vending to sell tacos, chips from a cart that is approximately 70 sq.
ft in size at 400 N. Eastern Ave. The cart will be located to the west of
05/07/14
the gas pumps next to the landscaping area. The hours of operation
shall be limited to 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. per conditional use
requirements.
The Planning Commission approved a Tentative Map (TMP-53409) for
05/13/14 a one-lot commercial subdivision on 4.65 acres at 400 North Eastern
Avenue. Staff recommended approval of the request.
The Planning Commission approved a Special Use Permit (SUP-
65959) for an existing Open Air Vending Use (Taco Cart) adjacent to
09/13/16 residentially zoned property to allow proposed hours of operation from
9:00 am to 11:30 pm, where 10:00 am to 8:00 pm is allowed at 400
North Eastern Avenue. Staff recommended approval of the request.

Most Recent Change of Ownership


10/08/13 A deed was recorded for a change in ownership.

Related Building Permits/Business Licenses


A building permit (#95385846) was issued for the completion of a
08/28/96 general retail building at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The permit was
finalized on 10/22/96.

JB
TMP-73834 [PRJ-73714]
Staff Report Page Four
August 14, 2018 - Planning Commission Meeting

Related Building Permits/Business Licenses


A Code Enforcement case (#18710) was processed for signage
07/23/04 violations at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The case was resolved on
09/29/04.
A Code Enforcement case (#55607) was processed for signage
07/13/07 violations at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The case was resolved on
07/26/07.
A business license (#L10-00202) was issued for Beer/Wine/Cooler Off-
09/30/10 Sale at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The license was marked out on
10/16/13.
A business license (#C15-00426) was issued for a Convenience Store
at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The license is active.
10/28/13
A business license (#C05-02884) was issued for a Tobacco Dealer at
400 North Eastern Avenue. The license is active.
A business license (#L10-98576) was issued for on Beer/Wine/Cooler
12/04/13
Off-Sale at 400 North Eastern Avenue.
A business license (#G62-04378) was issued for an Open Air Vendor
05/15/14
at 400 North Eastern Avenue.
A Code Enforcement case (#143925) was processed for a gas station
07/29/14 with an abundance of signage at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The case
was resolved on 08/13/14.
A Code Enforcement case (#144276) was processed for a food truck
08/07/14 violation at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The case was resolved on
09/11/14.
A Code Enforcement case (#144448) was processed for a food trailer
08/13/14 parking next to our restaurant at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The case
was resolved on 08/14/14.
A Code Enforcement case (#145906) was processed for a repeat
09/22/14 offender of open air vending past 8 pm at 400 North Eastern Avenue.
The case was resolved on 10/13/14.
A Code Enforcement case (#146285) was processed for an open air
10/01/14 vendor at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The case was resolved on
10/01/14.
A Code Enforcement case (#150857) was processed for unpermitted
02/24/15 signage and pennants at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The case was
resolved on 05/14/15.
A Code Enforcement case (#162129) was processed for removed
01/06/16 landscaping materials at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The case was
resolved on 09/01/16.

JB
TMP-73834 [PRJ-73714]
Staff Report Page Five
August 14, 2018 - Planning Commission Meeting

Related Building Permits/Business Licenses


A Code Enforcement case (#164145) was processed for Open Air
Vendor operation beyond 8:00 per Conditional Use Verifiication (CUV-
03/03/16
54059) at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The case was resolved on
09/22/16.
A Code Enforcement case (#164506) was processed for fence line
03/16/16 opened up near car wash building and homeless on parcel at 400
North Eastern Avenue. The case was resolved on 04/27/16.
A Code Enforcement case (#169429) was processed for unpermitted
08/08/16 advertising banners on the chain-link fence surrounding the property at
400 North Eastern Avenue. The case was resolved on 02/14/17.
A Code Enforcement case (#184456) was processed for observed
11/28/17 violations at 400 North Eastern Avenue. The case was resolved on
12/21/17.

Pre-Application Meeting
A pre-application conference was held with the applicant to discuss the
06/19/18 Tentative Map submittal requirements for a one-lot commercial
subdivision.

Neighborhood Meeting
A Neighborhood meeting was not required, nor was one held.

Field Check
Staff conducted a routine field check and found the subject site to be a
07/03/18 well maintained commercial development with an existing convenience
store with fuel canopy and dispensers and self-service car wash.

Details of Application Request


Site Area
Net Acres 4.65

JB
TMP-73834 [PRJ-73714]
Staff Report Page Six
August 14, 2018 - Planning Commission Meeting

Existing Land Planned or Special


Surrounding Existing Zoning
Use Per Title Land Use
Property District
19.12 Designation
General Retail/
Subject SC (Service C-1 (Limited
Car Wash, Self
Property Commercial) Commercial)
Service
Multi-Family M (Medium Density R-3 (Medium Density
North
Residential Residential) Residential)
Right-of-Way (US
South Right-of-Way (US 95) Right-of-Way (US 95)
95)
M (Medium Density R-3 (Medium Density
East Undeveloped
Residential) Residential)
SC (Service C-1 (Limited
West Restaurant
Commercial) Commercial)

Master and Neighborhood Plan Areas Compliance


No Applicable Master Plan Area N/A
Special Area and Overlay Districts Compliance
No Applicable Special Area or Overlay Districts N/A
Other Plans or Special Requirements Compliance
Trails N/A
Las Vegas Redevelopment Plan Area Y
Interlocal Agreement N/A
Project of Significant Impact (Development Impact Notification N/A
Assessment)
Project of Regional Significance N/A

DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

Functional Actual Compliance


Governing
Street Name Classification Street Width with Street
Document
of Street(s) (Feet) Section
Master Plan of
Eastern Avenue Primary Arterial 100 Y
Streets & Highways
Cedar Avenue Local Street Title 13 60 Y

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Agenda Item No.: 8.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD Consent Discussion

SUBJECT:
ABEYANCE - TXT-73545 - TEXT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC HEARING -
APPLICANT/OWNER: CITY OF LAS VEGAS - For possible action on a request to amend
LVMC Title 19, Unified Development Code (UDC) of the City of Las Vegas, to introduce
LVMC 19.09 Form-Based Code, and to provide for other related matters. Staff recommends
APPROVAL.

THIS ITEM WILL BE FORWARDED TO CITY COUNCIL IN ORDINANCE FORM

PROTESTS RECEIVED BEFORE: APPROVALS RECEIVED BEFORE:


Planning Commission Mtg. 0 Planning Commission Mtg. 0
City Council Meeting 0 City Council Meeting 0

RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends APPROVAL

BACKUP DOCUMENTATION:
1. Proposed Amendments and Staff Report
2. Exhibit A - Form Based Code
3. Exhibit B - Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District Maps
4. Exhibit C - Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District Map
5. Exhibit D - Downtown Masterplan
6. Exhibit E - Interim Downtown Las Vegas Development Standards Figure 18
7. Exhibit F - Interim Downtown Las Vegas Development Standards Figure 19
8. Exhibit G - LVMD Form Based Code Regulating Plan
9. PowerPoint Presentation
TXT-73545

AGENDA MEMO - PLANNING


PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
ITEM DESCRIPTION: TXT-73545 APPLICANT/OWNER: CITY OF LAS VEGAS

** STAFF RECOMMENDATION(S) **

CASE REQUIRED FOR


RECOMMENDATION
NUMBER APPROVAL
TXT-73545 Staff recommends APPROVAL.

** NOTIFICATION **

NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS NOTIFIED N/A

NOTICES MAILED Newspaper Notification Only

PROTESTS 0

APPROVALS 0

LM
TXT-73545
Summary Page One
August 14, 2018 - Planning Commission Meeting

** SUMMARY**
Code Requirement Existing Regulation Proposed Regulation
Title 19.04 Contains provisions regarding Introduces ten new street types to be
transportation infrastructure, and utilized within Downtown Las
a range of street typologies to be Vegas.
utilized for street design.
Title 19.09 Chapter 19.09 does not currently Introduces Chapter 19.09 to Title 19
exist within Title 19 Unified Unified Development Code, which
Development Code includes provisions regarding the
“Form-Based Code” and standards
related to Form-Based zoning
districts.
Title 19.10.110 Contains provisions regarding Revises figures to be consistent with
the DTLV-O Downtown Las the Las Vegas 2020 Master Plan
Vegas Overlay and Chapter 19.09 Form-Based
Code.
Title 19.12 Contains provisions regarding Introduces provisions regarding
how land shall be used in the how land shall be used in the Form-
various zoning districts, as well Based zoning districts, as well as
as parking requirements for such parking requirements for such uses.
uses.
Title 19.14 Contains provisions regarding Introduces provisions specific to
Nonconforming Uses and non-conformity related to Chapter
Structures. 19.09 Form-Based Code.
Title 19.16 Contains provisions regarding Introduces provisions specific to
applications and procedures applications and procedures to be
related to Title 19 Unified used for properties regulated by
Development Code. Chapter 19.09 Form-Based Code,
particularly in regards to rezoning.
Title 19.18 Contains definitions and Revises certain definitions and
measures which are used in Title introduces new definitions to be
19 Unified Development Code. used in Title 19 Unified
Development Code.
Title 19 Contains provisions, and figures, Updates certain text and figures to
Appendix F regarding the Downtown Las be consistent with the Las Vegas
Vegas Overlay District and the 2020 Master Plan and Chapter
twelve Downtown Districts. 19.09 Form-Based Code.

LM
TXT-73545
Proposed Amendments Page One
August 14, 2018 - Planning Commission Meeting

** PROPOSED AMENDMENTS **

1. LVMC Title 19 is hereby amended by adding a new Chapter, titled “Chapter


19.09 Form-Based Code”, referring to the Form-Based Code, and containing
development standards for Form-Based zoning districts, or Transect Zones,
which are set forth in the document entitled “Form-Based Code”, as contained in
Exhibit A.

2. Section 020 of Chapter 04 of Title 19 of LVMC is hereby amended as follows:

19.04.020 ROADWAY NETWORK

A. The roadway network of the City shall generally be laid out as outlined below:

1. Arterials shall follow section lines unless otherwise addressed in LVMC


Title 13.
2. Major collector road spacing shall be at distances not exceeding 2,640
feet (1/2 mile) from an arterial or another major collector;
3. Minor collector road spacing shall not be closer than 660 feet from an
arterial, major collector or another minor collector;
4. Residential and Local Street spacing shall be at intervals of no more than
660 feet.
5. High Density Residential or Mixed-Use Development shall provide street
connections at intervals of no more than 330 feet.

B. The roadway network within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District (DTLV-O),
as described in LVMC 19.10.110, shall include the following street types
consistent with the Vision 2045 Downtown Las Vegas Masterplan to provide
compatible thoroughfare standards between transect zones enumerated within
LVMC Title 19.09:

1. Downtown Alleys shall provide mid-block mobility and access to abutting


properties
2. Minor Neighborhood Streets shall generally serve residential
neighborhoods and local traffic;
3. Major Neighborhood Streets shall generally serve residential, commercial,
and mixed-use neighborhoods;
4. Commercial Streets shall generally serve commercial and mixed use
neighborhoods and distribute traffic from Minor or Major neighborhood
streets to avenues or boulevards;

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5. Avenues shall generally distribute traffic from Minor or Major


neighborhood streets to avenues or boulevards and provide access to
commercial and residential neighborhoods;
6. Bike Emphasis Avenues shall generally provide additional space for
bicycle traffic, while also distributing traffic from Minor or Major
neighborhood streets to avenues or boulevards and providing access to
commercial and residential neighborhoods;
7. Boulevards shall generally move high volumes of vehicular traffic through
Downtown
8. Transit emphasis streets shall consist of identified routes with lanes
dedicated to accommodate a form of high-capacity transit, such as light
rail transit or bus rapid transit.

3. Subsection A of Section 060 of Chapter 04 of Title 19 of LVMC is hereby


amended as follows:

A. The Amenity Zone may consist of an Amenity Area, Sidewalk, Off-site


buffer strip, and on-site planting area. The required elements for each
classification are as indicated by the tables and illustrated by the figures in
LVMC 19.04.170 through 19.04.220 19.04.380 for each street type
respectively, or within LVMC 19.04.300 for any Downtown Thoroughfare.
The Amenity Zone is intended to enhance pedestrian access and safety,
while providing adequate space for landscaping and utility, and public
safety features.

4. Chapter 04 of Title 19 of LVMC is hereby amended by adding the following


sections:

19.04.300 – Downtown Thoroughfare Standards

A. The purpose of LVMC Sections 19.04.310 to 19.04.380 is to describe standards


for development of roadway network thoroughfares within the Downtown Las
Vegas Overlay District (DTLV-O) in a manner that is consistent with the Vision
2045 Downtown Las Vegas Masterplan. Each thoroughfare type is intended to
provide compatible complete streets between Transect Zones and a hierarchy of
intensity between different thoroughfare types and transportation modes. Each
Thoroughfare provides a primary emphasis, including pedestrian, bicycle,
automobile, and transit, suitable to a single street, while also accommodating
other modes. These Downtown Thoroughfare standards supplement City of Las
Vegas Engineering Standards. Where guidelines conflict with Engineering
Standards, Engineering Standards or the judgement of either the Director of
Public Works or the City Traffic Engineer shall apply.
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B. As specified in LVMC Title 19.09.090, District Thoroughfare Plans shall be


mapped for each Downtown District to:

1. Designate all public thoroughfares within the district consisting of the


standards set forth in LVMC 19.04.310 to 19.04.380

2. Designate all public thoroughfares as Primary, Secondary, or Tertiary for


the purposes of establishing a hierarchy for transportation accessibility
and intensity, building frontages, vehicular access, and utility locations.

C. For the Amenity Zone of any Downtown thoroughfare standards set forth in
LVMC 19.04.320 to 19.04.380:

1. The following amenities may be placed within the prescribed width of each
zone:
i. Benches and seating,
ii. Bicycle racks, lockers, or corrals,
iii. Bollards and pedestrian safety elements,
iv. Electric vehicle charging stations,
v. Fire hydrants, placed in accordance with the fire code
vi. Kiosks,
vii. Mailboxes,
viii. Newspaper racks,
ix. Parking meters,
x. Public art,
xi. Shade structures, hanging plants, banners, flags, or lighting,
xii. Streetlighting, signage, or traffic control devices,
xiii. Transit shelters for bus stops or transit stations
xiv. Trash or recycling bins
xv. Trees and landscaping, planted in compliance with LVMC Chapter
13.48
xvi. Any other amenity deemed acceptable by the Director of Planning
or the Director of Public Works that enhances the thoroughfare’s
urban environment and does not create a hazardous condition for
pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorists.

2. Utility conduits and permitted underground dry utilities shall be located


under the sidewalk.

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3. Utility and mechanical boxes shall be sited outside of the right-of-way


wherever possible. If permitted within the right-of-way, above ground
utilities shall be located within the Amenity Zone. No utility or utility
appurtenance may be placed in such a manner that blocks or inhibits
pedestrian flow, access to a building door or entrance, ramp, or
accessway, prevent or otherwise obstruct a handicapped or disabled
pedestrian from passing or traversing, or cause a safety hazard.

D. Thoroughfare design elements may be applied as warranted and determined by


existing or future conditions, provided that the addition of such a treatment
enhances pedestrian and bicyclist safety, protects transit users, ensures motorist
sight-lines and visibility, and improves the public realm:

1. The intersections between any two thoroughfare may include:


i. Bike boxes
ii. Diagonal (scramble) pedestrian movements
iii. Curb extensions, chokers, or bus bulbs
iv. Mini-roundabouts

2. Mid-block locations along a thoroughfare may include:


i. Mid-block crosswalks
ii. Where medians are present, pedestrian refuges or Danish offsets
iii. Curb extensions, pinchpoints, or chicanes

19.04.310 – Downtown Alley

A Downtown Alley is a narrow public thoroughfare providing mid-block mobility and


access to the rears abutting properties. Typical Downtown Alleys are a minimum of 20
to 24 feet wide and are designed for low-volume pedestrian and bicycle traffic, and,
wherever possible, shall be utilized by vehicular traffic to access parking and loading
zones. Downtown alleys are intended to be used for utility easements; required utility
infrastructure shall be located within an alley right-of-way to serve all adjacent or
abutting property to the extent practicable. A Downtown Alley does not include an Alley
specified in LVMC Title 19.04.090. Best practices and processes for Downtown Alleys
can be found within the Downtown Alley Design Guidebook: Components for a
Successful Environment.

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FIGURE 1 – Street Section / Dimensions 19.04.310

|-------------A-------------|

TABLE 1 – Downtown Alley Notes – 19.04.310

Vision 2045 Downtown Masterplan street


emphasis Pedestrian
Transect zone application T3, T4, T5, T6
Functional Class / Intensity Alley
Lanes & Widths
Right of Way Width (minimum/preferred) 20 feet / 24 feet
Vehicular Configuration (minimum/preferred) 1-2 travel lanes
Sidewalk Width -
Amenity Zone Width -
Transit Lane Width -
Bicycle Lane Width -
A: Vehicular Lane Width 10 feet maximum
Parking Type and Width Loading / Deliveries only
Median Type -

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Edges
Curbs + Gutters (minimum/preferred) -
Planters -
Landscaping -
Lighting Alley lighting
Notes
1. Additional recommendations based on Alley Design Guidebook

19.04.320 – Minor Neighborhood Street

A Minor Neighborhood Street primarily serves residential neighborhoods, local traffic,


and is characterized by low design speeds and a seven-foot wide amenity zone
separating vehicular traffic and the sidewalk. Minor Neighborhood Streets are designed
for low volume pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular traffic, with bicycle traffic
accommodated by sharrows.

FIGURE 1 – Street Section / Dimensions 19.04.320

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TABLE 1 – Minor Neighborhood Street Notes – 19.04.320

Vision 2045 Downtown Masterplan street


emphasis Pedestrian
Transect zone application T3, T4, T5
Functional Class / Intensity Local
Lanes & Widths
Right of Way Width (minimum/preferred) 60 feet / 66 feet
Vehicular Configuration (minimum/preferred) 2 travel lanes
D: Sidewalk Width 5 – 6 feet
C: Amenity Zone Width 7 feet
Transit Lane Width -
A: Bicycle Lane Width Sharrows
A: Vehicular Lane Width 10 – 11 feet
B: Parking Type and Width Parallel, 7 feet
Median Type -
Edges
Curbs + Gutters (minimum/preferred) 1-1/2 / 2 feet
Planters Continuous
Trees at 20 feet on center by
Landscaping District Palette (19.09.040.C)
Lighting Dual arm streetlights
Notes

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19.04.330 – Major Neighborhood Street

A Major Neighborhood Street serves residential, commercial, and mixed-use


neighborhoods, and is characterized by low design speeds. On-street parking separates
vehicular traffic from the sidewalk and amenity zone. Major Neighborhood Streets are
designed for medium volumes of pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular traffic, with bicycle
traffic accommodated with striped bicycle lanes.

FIGURE 1 – Street Section / Dimensions 19.04.330

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TABLE 1 – Major Neighborhood Street Notes – 19.04.330

Vision 2045 Downtown Masterplan street


emphasis Bicycle
Transect zone application T3, T4, T5, T6
Functional Class / Intensity Local
Lanes & Widths
Right of Way Width (minimum/preferred) 70 feet / 84 feet
Vehicular Configuration (minimum/preferred) 2 travel lanes
E: Sidewalk Width 5 – 8 feet
D: Amenity Zone Width 7 feet
Transit Lane Width -
B: Bicycle Lane Width 5 – 7 feet
A: Vehicular Lane Width 10 feet
C: Parking Type and Width Parallel, 7 feet
Median Type -
Edges
Curbs + Gutters (minimum/preferred) 1-1/2 / 2 feet
Planters Continuous
Trees at 20 feet on center by
Landscaping District Palette (19.09.040.C)
Lighting Dual arm streetlights
Notes
1. Minimum and maximum widths of this street type may vary on a case-by-
case basis
2. Bicycle lanes greater than 5 feet may include a buffer

19.04.340 – Commercial Neighborhood Street

A Commercial Neighborhood Street serves residential, commercial, and mixed-use


neighborhoods, and distributes traffic between Neighborhood Streets and Avenues or
Boulevards. Commercial Neighborhood Streets are characterized by a low-speed
design, wide sidewalks that accommodate high volume of pedestrian traffic, and a
consistent tree canopy to provide shade and increase the quality of the public realm. A
Commercial Neighborhood Street is designed for pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular
traffic, with bicycle traffic accommodated through sharrows.

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FIGURE 1 – Street Section / Dimensions 19.04.340

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TABLE 1 – Commercial Neighborhood Street Notes – 19.04.340

Vision 2045 Downtown Masterplan street


emphasis Pedestrian
Transect zone application T4, T5, T6
Functional Class / Intensity Local
Lanes & Widths
Right of Way Width (minimum/preferred) 60 feet / 96 feet
Vehicular Configuration (minimum/preferred) 2 - 4 travel lanes
E: Sidewalk Width 6 – 10 feet
D: Amenity Zone Width 5 feet
Transit Lane Width -
B: Bicycle Lane Width Sharrows (Outer lane only)
A - B: Vehicular Lane Width 11 feet
Parallel, 7 feet; Angle parking may
C: Parking Type and Width be allowed, variable width
Median Type -
Edges
Curbs + Gutters (minimum/preferred) 1-1/2 / 2 feet
Planters 5 foot x 5 foot tree wells
Trees at 20 feet on center by
Landscaping District Palette (19.09.040.C)
Lighting Dual arm streetlights
Notes
1. May include one-way street configurations (Bonneville Avenue, Clark
Avenue, Main Street, Commerce Street)
2. On-street angle parking may be substituted for parallel parking on one or
both sides if right of way width is constrained. If angle parking is present,
dimensional standards provided under LVMC 19.08.110.C shall apply

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19.04.350 – Avenue

An Avenue distributes traffic between Major or Minor Neighborhood Streets to Avenues


or Boulevards and provides access to commercial and residential neighborhoods. An
Avenue is designed primarily for medium pedestrian and vehicular traffic and may
feature a parking lane or median to enable protected or permitted left-turn movements;
where possible, bicycle traffic is accommodated through sharrows.

FIGURE 1 – Street Section / Dimensions 19.04.350

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TABLE 1 – Avenue Notes – 19.04.350

Vision 2045 Downtown Masterplan street


emphasis Auto
Transect zone application T4, T5, T6
Functional Class / Intensity Collector
Lanes & Widths
Right of Way Width (minimum/preferred) 70 feet / 104 feet
Vehicular Configuration (minimum/preferred) 2 - 4 travel lanes
F: Sidewalk Width 6 feet / 10 feet
E: Amenity Zone Width 5 feet
Transit Lane Width -
C: Bicycle Lane Width Sharrows (Outer lane only)
B - C: Vehicular Lane Width 10 feet / 11 feet
D: Parking Type and Width Parallel, 7 feet
12 feet landscaped median with
alternating left turn pockets;
A: Median Type and Width 6 feet / 8 feet pedestrian refuge
Edges
Curbs + Gutters (minimum/preferred) 1-1/2 / 2 feet
Planters 5 foot x 5 foot tree wells
Trees at 20 feet on center by
Landscaping District Palette (19.09.040.C)
Dual arm streetlights and/or dual
Lighting arm central median streetlights
Notes
1. Depending on field conditions, a parking lane may not be present depending
on total right of way width
2. Depending on field conditions, a median may not be present depending on
total right of way width
3. Mid-block crossings and pedestrian refuges may be provided at locations
where pedestrian volumes and intersection spacing warrant

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19.04.360 – Bike Emphasis Avenue

A Bike Emphasis Avenue distributes traffic between Major or Minor Neighborhood


Streets to Avenues or Boulevards and provides land access to commercial and
residential neighborhoods. A Bike Emphasis Avenue is designed with greater deference
to pedestrian and bicycle traffic, with bicycle traffic accommodated by buffered bicycle
lanes.

FIGURE 1 – Street Section / Dimensions 19.04.360

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TABLE 1 – Bike Emphasis Avenue Notes – 19.04.360

Vision 2045 Downtown Masterplan street


emphasis Bicycle
Transect zone application T4, T5, T6
Functional Class / Intensity Collector
Lanes & Widths
Right of Way Width (minimum/preferred) 80 feet /120 feet
Vehicular Configuration (minimum/preferred) 2 - 4 travel lanes
F: Sidewalk Width 6 feet / 10 feet
E: Amenity Zone Width 5 feet
Transit Lane Width -
C: Bicycle Lane Width 5 feet / 8 feet
B: Vehicular Lane Width 10 – 11 feet
D: Parking Type and Width Parallel, 7 feet
12 feet landscaped median with
alternating left turn pockets;
A: Median Type and Width 6 feet / 8 feet pedestrian refuge
Edges
Curbs + Gutters (minimum/preferred) 1-1/2 / 2 feet
Planters 5 foot x 5 foot tree wells
Trees at 20 feet on center by
Landscaping District Palette (19.09.040.C)
Dual arm streetlights and/or dual
Lighting arm central median streetlights
Notes
1. Bicycle lanes shall include a striped, raised, or delineated buffer
2. Mid-block crossings and pedestrian refuges may be provided at locations
where pedestrian volumes and intersection spacing warrant

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19.04.370 - Boulevard

A Boulevard has the greatest overall right-of-way width and are designed to carry high
volumes of vehicular traffic. Boulevards are major arterials typically with four to six
vehicular traffic lanes, an alternating landscaped median/turn lane, and bicycle traffic
accommodated with buffered bicycle lanes. Boulevards distribute traffic to other
Boulevards, Avenues, and Neighborhood and Commercial Streets and carry traffic
through Downtown to other surrounding peripheral neighborhoods, Interstate highway
interchanges, or other parts of the region.

FIGURE 1 – Street Section / Dimensions 19.04.370

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TABLE 1 – Boulevard Notes – 19.04.370

Vision 2045 Downtown Masterplan street


emphasis Auto
Transect zone application T5, T6
Functional Class / Intensity Arterial
Lanes & Widths
Right of Way Width (minimum/preferred) 88 feet / 140 feet
Vehicular Configuration (minimum/preferred) 4 – 6 travel lanes
H: Sidewalk Width 6 feet / 10 feet
G: Amenity Zone Width 5 feet
Transit Lane Width -
E: Bicycle Lane Width 5 feet / 8 feet
B - D: Vehicular Lane Width 10 feet
F: Parking Type and Width Parallel, 8 feet
12 feet landscaped median with
alternating left turn pockets;
A: Median Type 6 feet / 8 feet pedestrian refuge
Edges
Curbs + Gutters (minimum/preferred) 1-1/2 / 2 feet
Planters 5 foot x 5 foot tree wells
Trees at 20 feet on center by
Landscaping District Palette (19.09.040.C)
Dual arm streetlights and dual
Lighting arm central median streetlights
Notes
1. Depending on field conditions, a parking lane may not be present depending
on total right of way width
2. Mid-block crossings and pedestrian refuges may be provided at locations
where pedestrian volumes and intersection spacing warrant

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19.04.380 – Transit Emphasis Street

A Transit Emphasis Street is a special street section intended for the operation of a light
rail transit (LRT), Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), or other high-capacity transit system within
dedicated lanes or mixed-flow traffic conditions within the right-of-way. A Transit
Emphasis Street may be overlayed or combined with other Thoroughfare types and is
intended to move high volumes of transit passengers and pedestrians. Transit
Emphasis Streets are designed to enable transit-oriented development and mixed-use
hubs, and are integrated with surrounding high intensity Transect zones.

FIGURE 1 – Street Section – Side Running Configuration / Dimensions 19.04.380

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FIGURE 2 – Street Section – Side Running (Loop) Configuration at Station /


Dimensions 19.04.380

FIGURE 3 – Street Section – Center Running Configuration / Dimensions 19.04.380

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TABLE 1 – Transit Emphasis Street– 19.04.380

Downtown Vision 2045 Masterplan Emphasis Transit


Transect zone application T5, T6
Functional Class / Intensity Arterial
Lanes & Widths
60 feet (single transit lane) or 80
feet (double transit lane) / 140
Right of Way Width (minimum/preferred) feet
Vehicular Configuration (minimum/preferred) 2-4 travel lanes + transit lanes
6 feet / 10 feet (may vary at
D / E / F: Sidewalk Width station locations)
5 feet (may vary at station
C / E: Amenity Zone Width locations)
A: Transit Lane Width 12 feet (dynamic envelope)
Sharrows (if applicable) / 5 feet
D: Bicycle Lane Width bike lane if space available
B / C: Vehicular Lane Width 10 feet
Parking Type and Width -
Center running station: 6 feet / 10
Median Type feet
Edges
Curbs + Gutters (minimum/preferred) 1-1/2 / 2 feet
Planters 5 foot x 5 foot tree wells
Trees at 20 feet on center by
Landscaping District Palette (19.09.040.C)
Dual arm streetlights; special
Lighting lighting at station areas
Notes
1. The design of all new Transit Emphasis Street configurations shall be
coordinated between the City of Las Vegas Planning and Public Works
Departments and the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern
Nevada.
2. Configurations may be center-running or side-running, as may be later
determined by capital project engineering.
3. For any single-track configuration or configuration on a one-way street, the
right lane shall be designated for transit service.
4. At any station area, platforms may be configured to allow sidewalk boarding
or central boarding.

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5. LVMC Chapter 19.10.110 is hereby amended by replacing Figure 1, Downtown


Las Vegas Overlay district Maps, with an updated Figure 1 as contained in
Exhibit B.

6. LVMC Chapter 19.12.010 is hereby amended to read as follows:

A. Buildings, structures and land shall be used in accordance with the uses
permitted in the following Land Use Tables, subject to all other applicable
requirements of this Title.
B. Uses that are listed in Table 2 are provided with a description, applicable
conditions and requirements in LVMC 19.12.070.
C. Buildings, structures and land within Form-Based zoning districts shall be
used in accordance with the uses permitted in LVMC 19.09.050.

7. LVMC Chapter 19.12.060 is hereby amended to read as follows:

A. The minimum number of on-site parking spaces for uses listed in Table 2
of LVMC 19.12.010 shall be as listed in LVMC 19.12.070 for each use.
B. Parking requirements for a use not specifically listed shall be determined
by the Director based on the requirements for the closest comparable use
and on the particular parking demand and trip generation characteristics of
the proposed use.
C. Parking requirements for a use within a Form-Based zoning district shall
follow the provisions of LVMC 19.09.100.G.

8. LVMC Chapter 19.14.020 is hereby amended to read as follows:

A. The provisions of this Chapter shall apply to lots, uses and buildings which
become nonconforming by reason of the adoption of this Title, as well as
to any amendments to this Title, as of the effective date of such
amendment.

B. Lots, uses and structures regulated by Chapter 19.09 Form-Based Code


shall follow the provisions of LVMC 19.09.030.O.

9. Section D of LVMC Chapter 19.16.090 is hereby amended to read as follows:

D. Minimum Site Requirements

A. Property which is proposed to be rezoned to the following zoning


districts must meet the minimum criteria denoted below in order to
be considered for rezoning:

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1. P-C District. Minimum site area of three thousand acres.


2. PD District. Minimum site area of 40 acres.
3. All Form-Based Zoning Districts, or Transect Zones. Property
must meet one of the following:

a. The site is located within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay (DTLV-
O) boundary; or
b. minimum site area of 40 acres, measured as the outer boundary of
all aggregated parcels being considered for the rezoning; or
c. minimum site area of 20 acres measured as the outer boundary of
all parcels proposed for rezoning; and the proposed property is
comprised of adjacent parcels for which joint ownership can be
verified and; the rezoning is related to a future planned or proposed
development; or
d. The site is adjacent to property already zoned with a Form-Based
zoning district

E. Additional Requirements for form-Based Zoning Districts

A. Property which is proposed to be rezoned from a Form-Based zoning


district to any other Form-Based zoning district, as defined in LVMC
19.09, must meet the minimum criteria denoted below in order to be
considered for rezoning:

1. The proposed Form-Based zoning district must be no further


away than one Transect Zone category order away than the
current Form-Based zoning district, as expressed in orders from
Transect 1 (T-1) to Transect 6 (T-6).
2. The proposed Form-Based zoning district must be no further
away than one Transect Zone category order away than the
adjacent parcels, as expressed in orders from Transect 1 (T-1)
to Transect 6 (T-6).
3. To ensure that the character of the neighborhood and the vision
for the surrounding area as expressed in the City’s adopted
policy documents is met, all rezoning applications shall only be
considered along with a Site Development Plan application, and
its approval is subject to the Site Development Plan approval.

B. Property which is proposed to be rezoned from a Form-Based zoning


district, or Transect Zone, as defined in LVMC 19.09, to a residential,
commercial, or industrial zoning district, must meet the minimum
criteria denoted below in order to be considered for rezoning:

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1. To ensure that the character of the neighborhood and the vision


for the surrounding area as expressed in the City’s adopted
policy documents is met, all rezoning applications shall only be
considered along with a Site Development Plan application, and
its approval is subject to the Site Development Plan approval. If
such Site Development Plan is not exercised and becomes void,
the rezoning shall be void.

10. LVMC Chapter 19.18.020 Words and Terms Defined is hereby amended to
include updated definitions as contained in Exhibit A.

11. Section A of LVMC Title 19 Appendix F Interim Downtown Las Vegas


Development Standards is hereby amended by replacing Figure 1 and Figure 2
with the updated Figure 1 and Figure 2 as contained in Exhibit B.

11. Section B of LVMC Title 19 Appendix F Interim Downtown Las Vegas


Development Standards is hereby amended by replacing Figure 3 Downtown
Masterplan with an updated Figure 3 as contained in Exhibit D.

12. Section A.8.b of LVMC Title 19 Appendix F Interim Downtown Las Vegas
Development Standards is hereby amended to read as follows:

8. Review Process

The DTLV-O is composed of three (3) distinct areas. Each Area has a particular variety
of land uses, density, and urban characteristics demonstrated by the existing building
fabric it contains and the redevelopment opportunities it presents. The continuity of
general design standards and streetscape design will weave the unique neighborhoods
together into a continuous downtown urban experience. Goals have been identified for
each district to reestablish Downtown Las Vegas with a balance of cultural, residential,
office, civic, retail and light industrial areas, consistent with the Vision 2045 Downtown
Las Vegas Masterplan. For the purpose of establishing the Area boundaries, wherever
the boundary of a district is identified as a particular street or other right-of-way, the
district shall extend to the centerline of that street or right-of-way, unless specifically
indicated otherwise.

a. Except as otherwise provided in this subchapter, the review


process of Planning Applications is as set forth in Chapter 19.16 of
this Title.

Waiver. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, where specific development


standards cannot be met, the applicant shall require the approval of a Waiver.

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This may be accomplished by submitting a Waiver as provided for in Section 19.16.130


of this Title.

i. Requirements: Waivers to the Standards contained within the DTLV-O


(Downtown Las Vegas Overlay) may only be granted in accordance with
Section 19.16.130 of this Title with clear and convincing evidence that the
project furthers the City's goals as expressed within the Vision 2045
Downtown Masterplan.

ii. Land Use: No Waivers shall be granted to allow a land use that is not
permitted within a particular zoning district.

iii. Form-Based Code provisions: For properties regulated by Chapter 19.09


Form-Based Code, the review process of Planning Applications is as set
forth in Chapter 19.09 of this Title.

iii. Decision and Appeal: A decision by the Planning Commission to deny a


Waiver application becomes final and effective at the expiration of 10 days
after the date of the decision unless, within that period, the applicant
appeals the decision to City Council by written request filed with the City
Clerk.

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** STAFF REPORT **

PROJECT SUMMARY

This Text Amendment to Title 19 (The City of Las Vegas Unified Development Code) is
intended to introduce a new Chapter, Chapter 19.09, titled “Form-Based Code”, into the
UDC, and to amend Title 19 accordingly to update references related to this new
Chapter. As part of this Text Amendment, and to provide long-term planning that equally
takes into consideration the public realm and the development of private property,
thoroughfare classifications and standards for all streets within the Downtown Las
Vegas Overlay (DTLV-O) are included in this request to amend Title 19.

ANALYSIS

This Text Amendment introduces a Form-Based Code (FBC) for downtown Las Vegas
as part of the Unified Development Code (UDC) by introducing a new Chapter, Chapter
10.09 “Form-Based Code”, within the UDC. In concordance with the planned phasing of
the downtown masterplan implementation, the proposed LVMC Title 19.09 “Form-Based
Code” included in this amendment (See Exhibit A) covers only the Las Vegas Medical
District (LVMD) out of the twelve downtown districts as outlined in the Downtown
Masterplan. Over time, and following a methodical analysis of the neighborhoods
context as well as conducting extensive public outreach, the remaining eleven
downtown districts will be mapped with a regulating plan that utilizes the Form-Based
zoning districts as conceived and included in LVMC 19.09.050.

The Transect Zones and their related development standards proposed in this
amendment are calibrated to the LVMD. The amendment includes a draft Regulating
Plan (See Exhibit G – LVMD Form-Based Code Regulating Plan), which maps the new
Form-Based zoning districts on the parcels within the LVMD boundary. The Form-
Based Code will become effective on the parcels within the LVMD upon approval of a
General Plan Amendment and Rezoning.

In June 2016, the City Council adopted the Vision 2045 Downtown Las Vegas
Masterplan, which includes a goal to “achieve seamless connections throughout by
incorporating a multi-modal transportation system to move people and goods with
higher efficiency and lower economic and environmental cost.” The Plan’s Mobility
Chapter describes strategies that “create streets for people,” improve linkages to
resources and neighborhoods, and promote transit use to facilitate “transit oriented
development.” The Plan calls for a layered thoroughfare network that allows for an

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easier process of prioritizing improvements and serving multiple modes of transportation


to make Downtown’s transportation system work more efficiently and economically. One
major anticipated improvement is the possible construction of a new high-capacity light
rail transit (LRT) or BRT transit system along Maryland Parkway through Downtown,
with the anticipated addition of other lines and extensions recommended from the
Regional Transportation Commission’s OnBoard future transit plan.

With the adoption by City Council of Ordinance #6608 replacing the Downtown
Centennial Plan, new standards for Downtown’s thoroughfares are required in
conjunction with Form Based Code standards contained within this proposed
amendment. Built upon the rural to urban transect, the proposed thoroughfare
standards create complete streets to reinforce walkable communities within each
transect zone, varying in intensity and size. To effectuate recommendations of the plan
and to establish a standard for the Form Based Code, this proposed amendment would
add a variety of thoroughfare types reflecting either current thoroughfare conditions or
anticipating the construction of the new high-capacity transit system based on each
mode, including:

 Downtown Alleys
 Minor Neighborhood Streets
 Major Neighborhood Streets
 Commercial Street
 Avenue
 Bike Emphasis
 Boulevard
 Transit Emphasis Street

FINDINGS (TXT-73545)

This amendment is consistent with the City’s goals, policies and objectives of the Las
Vegas 2020 Master Plan and its related Elements; with the recently adopted Vision
2045 Downtown Las Vegas Masterplan; and with the City of Las Vegas Medical District
Facilities Master Plan Technical Report. It is an amendment to Title 19 Unified
Development Code, which is required in order to apply a Form-Based Code for the
Downtown Las Vegas Area. The standards contained in the Form-Based Code (FBC)
Chapter 19.09, as contained in Exhibit A – Form-Based Code foster density and
intensity of development that is compatible with existing land use designations, and the
zoning designations allowed by the proposed amendment will be compatible with the
existing adjacent land uses and zoning districts. Moreover, Staff considers the proposed
Chapter 19.09 form-Based Code as a compelling amendment to promote the five “Big
Ideas” envisioned in the Vision 2045 Downtown Masterplan: 1) Diversify the Economy;

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2) Create Mixed-use Hubs; 3) Create Streets for People; 4); A Greener Downtown; and
5) Expedite Implementation.

The Form-Based Code initiative built in a total of ten months of outreach, gathering
feedback from hundreds of residents and stakeholders. Staff hosted four neighborhood
meetings, participated in five community events, and presented updates at six public
hearings. The dedicated website www.formbasedcode.vegas exceeded 2,800 visits,
and dozens of community members attended the Form-Based Code Open House hours
that were made available for a total twenty-two days.

The proposed designation of Thoroughfare standards, which is included in this


amendment, allows for consistency with past actions and future planned roadway
improvements within Downtown Las Vegas. Existing thoroughfares designed and
constructed as previous City of Las Vegas capital improvement projects align with the
new thoroughfare standards developed in conjunction with the Form Based Code;
capital improvement projects in future years can be adapted to these standards. Staff
recommends approval of this Text Amendment to amend Title 19 Unified Development
Code.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Related Relevant City Actions by Planning, Fire, Bldg., etc.


The City Council adopted Bill 2011-7 as Ordinance 6135 to merge
Titles 18 (Subdivision Regulations) and 19 (Zoning Code) into one Title to
03/16/11 be known as the Unified Development Code (UDC) of the City of Las
Vegas. Planning Commission and staff recommended approval of the
amendment.
The City Council adopted the Las Vegas Medical District Facilities
16/12/15
Master Plan.
The City Council adopted Resolution R-05-2016, formally adopting the
06/15/16
Vision 2045 Downtown Las Vegas Masterplan, and directing staff to
propose revisions that implement the goals of the plan where appropriate.
During a Special Joint City Council and Planning Commission both bodies
unanimously accepted the presentation regarding the implementation of
12/06/16
an Urban Form Code for the area covered by the Vision 2045 Downtown
Las Vegas Masterplan.
The Planning Commission (7-0) recommended the approval of TXT-
66412 to amend Title 19, replace the Downtown Centennial Plan Overlay
10/10/17 District with the updated Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District, and
replace the Downtown Centennial Plan with the Interim Downtown Las
Vegas Development Standards.

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Related Relevant City Actions by Planning, Fire, Bldg., etc.


City Council received a report from city Staff and Lisa Wise Consulting on
11/15/17 the status of the Las Vegas Medical district Form-Based Code draft
document.
November The Planning Department released the LVMD FBC Public Review Draft,
2017 and began gathering feedback and comments on the draft.
The City Council (7-0) adopted Ordinance #6608, which amended Title 19
to replace references to the Downtown Centennial Plan Overlay District
12/06/17 with the updated Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District, and formally
adopting the Title 19 Appendix F Interim Downtown Las Vegas
Development Standards.
The City Council (7-0) adopted Bill No. 2018-13, which amended the Land
Use and Rural Neighborhood Preservation element of the Las Vegas
06/20/18
2020 Master Plan to establish the Form-Based Code Land Use
Designation and add Transect Zones as allowable zoning categories.
After incorporating feedback from residents, stakeholders, and additional
considerations given by Lisa Wise Consulting and Planning Staff, the
06/27/18
Planning Department published the LVMD FBC Final Draft, as contained
in Exhibit A.
Upon Staff’s request, and in order to collect additional feedback on the
Form-Based Code Final Draft, the Planning Commission voted (7-0) to
07/10/18
hold TXT-73545 in abeyance to the August 14, 2018 Planning
Commission meeting.

Neighborhood Meeting
Two neighborhood meetings were held at the Las Vegas Valley Water
District. The Planning Department Staff and Lisa Wise Consulting
02/13/18 presented the Public Review Draft as released in November 2017 and
gathered feedback on the Form-Based code. Approximately 50 people
attended the meeting.
The Planning Department hosted two Community Workshops to
3/21 to 3/24 discuss the details of the Public Review Draft with residents and
2018 stakeholders of the Las Vegas Medical District. Approximately 20
people attended these workshops.
The Planning Department established Form-Based Code Open House
hours at the Development Services Center location for two hours per
April and May
week, with Planning staff available to gather additional feedback on
2018
the LVMD FBC Final Draft. Approximately 5 people attended these
Open House.

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Neighborhood Meeting
Two neighborhoods meeting were held at the Las Vegas Valley Water
District. Approximately 20 people attended the meeting. The public
comment focused mostly on two topics, as listed below:
 It was suggested that, to foster the growth of the LVMD as the
regional hub for medical facilities, the Hospital use be allowed in
06/28/18 additional T-Zones.
 Concerns from neighborhood residents arose on the maximum five
stories of height allowed in the T-4 Corridor Zone as mapped south of
Charleston Boulevard in the draft Regulating Plan.
Staff indicated that the concerns will be evaluated and considered for
future revisions of Chapter 19.09 Form-Based Code.

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** SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL **

 Exhibit A – LVMC Chapter 19.09 Form-Based Code


 Exhibit B – LVMC Chapter 19.10.110 Figure 1 - Downtown Las Vegas
Overlay District Maps
 Exhibit C – Title 19 Appendix F Interim Downtown Las Vegas Development
Standards Figure 1 - Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District Map
 Exhibit D – Title 19 Appendix F Interim Downtown Las Vegas Development
Standards Figure 3 - Downtown Masterplan
 Exhibit E – Title 19 Appendix F Interim Downtown Las Vegas Development
Standards Figure 18 Las Vegas Medical District
 Exhibit F - Title 19 Appendix F Interim Downtown Las Vegas Development
Standards Figure 19 Las Vegas Medical District Boundaries
 Exhibit G – LVMD Form-Based Code Regulating Plan

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
19.09.010 PREAMBLE

19.09.010.A Introduction
19.09.010.B What is a Form-Based Code?
19.09.010.C The Rural-to-Urban Transect: The Framework for the Form-Based Code
19.09.010.D Overview of the Guiding Principles for the Form-Based Code
19.09.010.E Organization of the Form-Based Code
19.09.010.F How to Use the Form-Based Code

19.09.020 PURPOSE AND INTENT

19.09.020.A Title
19.09.020.B Purpose of the Form-Based Code
19.09.020.C Authority
19.09.020.D Applicability
19.09.020.E Responsibility for Administration

19.09.030 ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES

19.09.030.A Purpose
19.09.030.B Applicability
19.09.030.C Application Review Procedures
19.09.030.D Subdivision of Land
19.09.030.E Vacations
19.09.030.F Rezoning
19.09.030.G Site Development Plan Review
19.09.030.H Special Use Permit
19.09.030.I Administrative Deviation
19.09.030.J Waiver
19.09.030.K Variance
19.09.030.L Development Agreement
19.09.030.M Miscellaneous Permits
19.09.030.N Master Sign Plan
19.09.030.O Nonconformities

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19.09.030.P Enforcement
19.09.030.Q Extension of Time
19.09.030.R Definitions

19.09.040 SPECIFIC TO DISTRICTS

19.09.040.A Purpose
19.09.040.B Applicability
19.09.040.C District-specific Standards for Street Trees
19.09.040.D 18B Las Vegas Arts District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.E Cashman District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.F Civic & Business District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.G Design District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.H Founders District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.I Fremont East (Placeholder)
19.09.040.J Gateway District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.K Historic Westside (Placeholder)
19.09.040.L Las Vegas Medical District
19.09.040.M Market District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.N Resort & Casino District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.O Symphony Park District (Placeholder)

19.09.050 TRANSECT ZONES STANDARDS

19.09.050.A Purpose
19.09.050.B Applicability
19.09.050.C Establishment of Transect Zones
19.09.050.D Transect Zones Overview
19.09.050.E Transect Zones
19.09.050.E.003 T6 Urban Core Zone (T6-UC) Placeholder
19.09.050.E.006 T6 Urban General Zone (T6-UG)
19.09.050.E.010 T5 Maker Zone (T5-M)
19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C)
19.09.050.E.016 T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS)
19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N)
19.09.050.E.024 T4 Zone (T4) Placeholder
19.09.050.E.028 T4 Main Street Zone (T4-MS) Placeholder
19.09.050.E.032 T4 Neighborhood Zone (T4-N) Placeholder

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19.09.050.E.036 T4 Maker Zone (T4-M) Placeholder


19.09.050.E.040 T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C)
19.09.050.E.044 T3 Neighborhood Zone (T3-N)

19.09.050.F Special Districts
19.09.050.F.004 Special District Placeholder

19.09.060 BUILDING TYPE STANDARDS

19.09.060.A Purpose
19.09.060.B Applicability
19.09.060.C Building Types Overview

19.09.070 FRONTAGE TYPE STANDARDS

19.09.070.A Purpose
19.09.070.B Applicability
19.09.070.C Frontage Types Overview
19.09.070.D Arcade
19.09.070.E Common Yard
19.09.070.F Dooryard
19.09.070.G Forecourt
19.09.070.H Gallery
19.09.070.I Porch: Engaged
19.09.070.J Porch: Projecting
19.09.070.K Shopfront
19.09.070.L Stoop
19.09.070.M Terrace

19.09.080 CIVIC SPACE STANDARDS

19.09.080.A Purpose
19.09.080.B Applicability
19.09.080.C Civic Space Types Overview
19.09.080.D Greenway (Placeholder)
19.09.080.E Urban Park
19.09.080.F Square
19.09.080.G Plaza

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19.09.080.H Pocket Plaza


19.09.080.I Pocket Park
19.09.080.J Community Garden
19.09.080.K Playground

19.09.090 THOROUGHFARE STANDARDS

19.09.090.A Purpose
19.09.090.B Applicability
19.09.090.C Thoroughfare Standards Overview
19.09.090.D 18b Las Vegas Arts District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.090.E Cashman District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.090.F Civic & Business District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.090.G Design District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.090.H Founders District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.090.I Fremont East District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.090.J Gateway District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.090.K Historic Westside District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.090.L Las Vegas Medical District Thoroughfare Plan
19.09.090.M Market District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.090.N Resort & Casino District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.090.O Symphony Park District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)

19.09.100 SUPPLEMENTAL TO TRANSECT ZONES

19.09.100.A Purpose
19.09.100.B Applicability
19.09.100.C Fencing and Screening Standards
19.09.100.D Flood Control and LID Standards
19.09.100.E Landscaping Standards
19.09.100.F Outdoor Lighting Standards
19.09.100.G Parking Standards
19.09.100.H Sign Standards
19.09.100.I Incentives for Development Under the Form-Based Code (Placeholder)
19.09.100.J Additional Standards for Large Developments

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19.09.010 PREAMBLE
Subsections:
19.09.010.A Introduction
19.09.010.B What is a Form-Based Code?
19.09.010.C The Rural-to-Urban Transect: The Framework for the Form-Based Code
19.09.010.D Overview of the Guiding Principles for the Form-Based Code
19.09.010.E Organization of the Form-Based Code
19.09.010.F How to Use the Form-Based Code

19.09.010.A Introduction
The Vision 2045 Downtown Las Vegas Master Plan (Downtown Master Plan) adopted by the City Council on July
15, 2016 is the policy document that provides an overall vision, policy direction, and implementation strategy
in support of the ongoing recovery and revitalization of the Downtown region. The Downtown Master Plan
envisions and encourages downtown Las Vegas to achieve a compact, vibrant urban environment, with a
focus on higher density mixed-use development around transit hubs and activity nodes. The Master Plan is
intended to enable an energetic urban way of life and high-quality physical environment for locals and visitors
alike. To better anticipate growth and change, the Master Plan includes an expanded study area and includes
12 downtown planning districts including the addition of the Las Vegas Medical District and other peripheral
areas to the Downtown (See Figure B-1 Districts Within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District).

Adopted under the requirements of the Las Vegas Municipal Code, and other applicable laws, the Form-Based
Code establishes the new form-based standards for the area of the City included within the Downtown Las
Vegas Overlay (DTLV-O) established in LVMC Section 19.10.110. The Form-Based Code applies to the Downtown
Las Vegas Overlay District which encompasses the 12 Downtown Districts listed in Section 19.09.020.B
(Purpose of the Code). Over time a Regulating Plan and Form-Based Code will be applied to each of these 12
Downtown Districts, and when adopted, the existing base zones within each District and the standards in the
Interim Downtown Las Vegas Development Standards will be replaced by the standards included in the Form-
Based Code. The Form-Based Code has been designed so it can be easily updated as new Transect Zones
within the Downtown Form-Based Code are incrementally added.

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19.09.010.B What is a Form-Based Code? City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.010.B What is a Form-Based Code?


A Form-Based Code (FBC) is a placed-based planning approach that supports walkable, mixed-use, and
compact urban environments rather than suburban development and sprawl. A FBC is an alternative to a
conventional zoning code.

The Form-Based Code Institute defines a FBC as a “land development regulation that fosters predictable
results and a high-quality public realm by using physical form (rather than separation of uses) as the
organizing principle for the code. A form-based code is a regulation, not a mere guideline, adopted into city,
town, or county law. A form-based code offers a powerful alternative to conventional zoning regulation”. A
FBC controls and regulates building form first and building use second through city (or county) regulations, to
achieve an anticipated type of built environment or “place” based on a community vision.

A FBC addresses the relationship between building facades and the public realm (i.e. the public and private
space between buildings), the form and mass of buildings in relation to one another, and the scale and types
of streets and blocks. Regulations and standards in a FBC are presented graphically in simple diagrams and
photographs as well as supplemental text. These standards are keyed to a plan (i.e. a Regulating Plan) that
functions like a zoning map that assigns an appropriate form and scale (i.e. the character) of development,
rather than only distinctions in land use types (see Figure B-1). So, while FBCs focus on an intended physical
form they do also regulate use by allowing an appropriate range of uses chosen to ensure compatibility
between uses and the intended physical form of the zone.

Figure B-1 Illustrative Pages and a Regulating Plan from Form-Based Codes

An important aspect of a FBC is that they are not just design guidelines; indeed, they replace the existing
zoning standards and regulations and have the same regulatory effect as any other zoning regulation.

FBCs are now being utilized by cities, towns, and counties across the country as communities are finding that
conventional zoning is not fulfilling their needs. This is because most zoning regulations fail to implement a
community’s vision or plans for the future. Like Las Vegas, many city residents are concerned about sprawl
and its impact on health, city financial resources, and the environment, including the amount of time (and its
associated cost) spent in traffic.

FBCs differ from conventional zoning codes in terms of the process by which they are prepared, the substance
of the standards they contain and how those standards are presented, the mechanism by which they are
implemented, and the built form they produce. In summary, a FBC is a regulatory tool drafted to implement
a community vision or plan that allows a community to approach the urban environment holistically by
establishing standards, for buildings, streets and sidewalks, parks, and parking as examples, that address the
design and regulation of both private and public space.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.010.C The Rural-to-Urban Transect: The Framework for the Form-Based Code

19.09.010.C The Rural-to-Urban Transect: The Framework for the Form-Based Code
The Rural-to-Urban Transect is an organizing principle used in Form-Based Codes to establish a hierarchy of
environments or places based on their character. The designation of each zone along this hierarchy is first
determined by the character, form, intensity of development, and type of environment, and secondly, by the
uses allowed within the environment. This hierarchy of environments is used as the organizing framework
for the FBC rather than the use of land use categories, which are typically used in conventional or Euclidean
zoning as the organizing framework.

The typical transect for American towns is divided into six Transect Zones (frequently referred to as “T-zones”),
each of which is given a number with the lower numbers designating more rural/natural zones and higher
numbers designating more urban zones, and which are arranged from most natural to most urban, as
follows: Natural (T1), Rural (T2), Sub-Urban (T3), General Urban (T4), Urban Center (T5), and Urban Core (T6),
together with a Special District (SD) designation for places with specialized purposes (e.g., heavy industrial,
entertainment, or university districts). See Figure C-1. The transect for Las Vegas is illustrated in Figure C-2.

Figure C-1 The Rural-to-Urban Transect

The rural-to-urban transect illustrating from left to right a continuum of environments (places) from the most rural to the most urban.
Source: Duany Plater-Zyberk & Company

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Figure C-2 The Las Vegas Transect

T1

T2

T3

T4

T5

T6

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.010.D Overview of the Guiding Principles for the Form Based Code

19.09.010.D Overview of the Guiding Principles for the Form Based Code
The following design objectives are reflected in the Form-Based Code standards:

1. Encourage a variety of housing types, development styles, and uses that provide diversity and visual
interest in the Downtown Overlay District while preserving the City’s desired character;
2. Encourage design, massing, and development standards that promote walkable urban cores;
3. Encourage high quality streetscape design that activates the public realm through pedestrian-oriented
and multimodal practices;
4. Encourage the development of neighborhoods that provide a high-quality living environment and
generate civic pride;
5. Encourage building design that complements surrounding development;
6. Encourage facades to be designed to include entries, porches, and other architectural elements that are
oriented to, and appropriate for, pedestrians; and
7. Encourage the preservation of areas of the City with unique historic character and context as well as
traditional single-family residential neighborhoods.

19.09.010.E Organization of the Form-Based Code


1. The following advisory text is intended to give a brief overview of the overall structure of Chapter 19.09
(Form-Based Code).
2. Section 19.09.010 - Preamble
The preamble introduces the context for the Form-Based Code within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay
District. It includes a brief overview of a FBC and the use of Transect Zones, describes guiding principles
for the FBC and how it is organized, and concludes with a short description of how to use the Code.
3. Section 19.09.020 - Purpose and Intent
Establishes the legal foundation for the FBC and includes an overview of its purpose, organization,
authority, responsibility for administration, and applicability.
4. Section 19.09.030 - Administration and Procedures
Provides a cross-reference to the City’s existing processes by which development is permitted by the
City and the requirements related to specific types of submittals unique to the FBC. It also provides a
cross-reference to the City’s existing enforcement procedures.
5. Section 19.09.040 - Specific to Districts
Identifies the standards that are unique to specific Districts.
6. Section 19.09.050 - Transect Zones Standards
Establishes the Transect Zones and Special District Zones for the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District,
with detailed development standards specific to each zone.
7. Section 19.09.060 - Building Types Standards
Provides an overview of a wide range of pre-approved building types that are appropriate for walkable,
transit-supportive urban environments in the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District.
8. Section 19.09.070 - Frontage Type Standards
Establishes standards for a range of pre-approved building frontages that provide an important
transition between the public street and the private frontages of buildings.

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9. Section 19.09.080 - Civic Space Standards


Establishes a range of pre-approved civic space types intended to be integrated into medium and large
projects in the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District.
10. Section 19.09.090 - Thoroughfare Standards
Establishes a range of pre-approved standards for creating complete streets to reinforce walkable
communities by providing access to multiple modes of transportation.
11. Section 19.09.100 - Supplemental to Transect Zones
Provides a cross-reference to the City’s existing development standards that will also apply within the
Transect Zones, including for example, fencing and screening standards, landscaping standards, parking
standards, sign standards, and a placeholder for development incentives.

19.09.010.F How to Use the Form-Based Code


The basic steps a user would follow for the development of a new project using the Form-Based Code are
illustrated in Figure F-1.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.010.F How to Use the Form-Based Code

Figure F-1 How to Use the Form-Based Code


Typical FBC procedure flow.

Instructions Section Title

If your property needs to be subdivided, 19.16.040 Parcel Map,


follow the procedures and requirements for 19.16.050 Tentative Map,
subdividing land 19.16.060 and Final Map

Find the Transect Zone for your parcel


and comply with the standards specific to the 19.09.050 Transect Zone Standards
Zone

Find and comply with the standards specific to


19.09.040 Specific to Districts
your District

Select the building type from the types


19.09.060 Building Type Standards
allowed in the Transect Zone

Apply building setbacks to the lot to be


developed, as well as applicable building 19.09.050 Transect Zones Standards
height, parking, etc. standards

Select the standards specific to the frontage type


19.09.070 Frontage Type Standards
that will be used and apply them to the building

Select the civic space and or thoroughfare 19.09.080 Civic Space Standards
standards that may apply to the development 19.09.090 Thoroughfare Standards

Follow the permit procedures and comply with Administration


19.09.030
the requirements for a permit application and Procedures

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19.09.020 PURPOSE AND INTENT
Subsections:
19.09.020.A Title
19.09.020.B Purpose of the Form-Based Code
19.09.020.C Authority
19.09.020.D Applicability
19.09.020.E Responsibility for Administration

19.09.020.A Title
Chapter 19.09 of the Las Vegas Unified Development Code shall be known and may be cited as the Form-
Based Code. Within this Chapter, it may also be known as the “FBC.”

19.09.020.B Purpose of the Form-Based Code


1. The Form-Based Code for Downtown Las Vegas is a component of the City of Las Vegas Unified
Development Code (UDC) developed to implement the Vision 2045 Downtown Las Vegas Master Plan
(Downtown Master Plan). The Downtown Master Plan provides an overall vision, policy direction and
implementation strategy that supports the ongoing recovery and revitalization of the Downtown as
a compact and vibrant urban environment with a focus on higher density mixed-use development
centered around transit hubs and activity nodes.
2. The Downtown Master Plan includes strategic priorities for economic growth and development of the
Las Vegas Downtown. Specific local government initiatives are identified, including:
a. Land Use Regulation
Reform of the land use regulatory process with, for example, clear standards and procedures
to ensure more predictable outcomes and expedited approvals for targeted projects, removal
of overlapping layers of regulation, improved development standards, and adoption of a
comprehensive Zoning Code that employs form-based standards aligned with the Master Plan
to focus on placemaking, encourage walkable urban environments, and support development of
mixed-use transit hubs;
b. Redevelopment Sites
Incentivized development of priority redevelopment sites and an aggressive pursuit of catalytic
projects to stimulate sustainable private investment and facilitate the production of housing in
the Downtown with an emphasis on mid-rise urban housing and vertical mixed-use development
directed toward strategic infill and priority redevelopment sites;

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Figure B-1 Districts within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District

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c. Community Development
Downtown’s livability is dependent on expanding community resources, including the provision
of comprehensive services that address the civic, social service, healthcare, educational, and
recreational needs of the community through community partnerships; and
d. Downtown Enhancement
Enhancement of the Downtown environment through a coordinated program of public realm
improvements and implementation of programs designed to encourage private property
improvements. A regulatory structure to maintain Downtown’s unique history and culture is
needed to facilitate historic preservation and support restoration of individual properties and
districts.
3. The FBC is intended to promote development that is place-based, i.e. specifically intended to be
compatible with the form and character of a geographic area. Secondarily, the FBC carefully regulates
uses to maximize compatibility between those uses and the intended physical form of the zone in which
they are located. Thus, the FBC will be used to reinforce existing, or to create new, walkable mixed-use
urban environments in a form that is comprehensive, straightforward, and easily understood.
4. The FBC establishes Transect Zones and Building Types, Frontage Types, Civic Space Types, and
Thoroughfare Standards that apply within the 12 Districts of the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District
(LVMC Section 19.10.110), see Figure B-1 and listed below:
a. Las Vegas Medical District;
b. 18B Las Vegas Arts District;
c. Fremont East District;
d. Cashman District;
e. Civic and Business District;
f. Design District;
g. Founders District;
h. Gateway District;
i. Historic Westside District;
j. Market District;
k. Resort and Casino District; and
l. Symphony Park District.
5. Section 19.09.040 (Specific to Districts) includes unique standards that are applicable in specific
Downtown Districts.

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19.09.020.C Authority City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.020.C Authority
The Form-Based Code is enacted based on the authority vested in the City of Las Vegas by the Nevada Revised
Statutes (NRS), including NRS Chapter 278, in compliance with LVMC Section 19.00.020 (Authority).

19.09.020.D Applicability
1. The FBC applies to the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District established in LVMC Section 19.10.110
which encompasses the 12 Downtown Districts listed in Section 19.09.020.B (Purpose of the Code). Over
time a Form-Based Code with applicable Transect Zones mapped on the Zoning Map will be applied to
each of these 12 Downtown Districts. As each District FBC is adopted, the existing base zones within
each District and the standards in the Interim Downtown Las Vegas Development Standards will be
replaced by the standards in the Form-Based Code.
2. In addition to all applicable federal, state, and county laws and regulations governing land use and
development, this FBC applies to all land designated within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District.
3. The standards in the FBC apply to the following:
a. All proposed new development within the Transect Zones;
b. All additions to existing developments that increase the building footprint by 10 percent or more;
c. A facade renovation to the primary or secondary street frontage of an existing building; and
d. Improvements to pedestrian or vehicular access.
4. Whenever any provisions within the FBC impose overlapping or contradictory regulations, or
whenever any provisions of the FBC and any other City code, rule, or regulation impose overlapping
or contradictory regulations, the provision which is more restrictive or imposes higher standards or
requirements shall govern, so that in all cases the most restrictive provision shall apply.
5. This Chapter has been designed so it can be easily updated as new Transect Zones and associated
standards for Downtown Las Vegas Overlay Districts are incrementally added.

19.09.020.E Responsibility for Administration


1. Responsible Bodies and Individuals
This Form-Based Code shall be administered by the Director of the Department of Planning in
compliance with LVMC Section 19.00.070 (Administration).
2. Exercise of Discretion
In the event that a provision of the FBC allows the Review Authority (responsible body or individual) to
exercise discretion in the application of a specific standard or requirement, but does not identify specific
criteria for a decision, the following criteria shall be used:
a. The proposed development complies with all applicable provisions of Chapter 19.09 (Form-Based
Code);
b. The exercise of discretion will ensure the compatibility of the proposed development with its site,
surrounding properties, and the community; and
c. The decision is consistent with the Downtown Master Plan.

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19.09.030 ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES
Subsections:
19.09.030.A Purpose
19.09.030.B Applicability
19.09.030.C Application Review Procedures
19.09.030.D Subdivision of Land
19.09.030.E Vacations
19.09.030.F Rezoning
19.09.030.G Site Development Plan Review
19.09.030.H Special Use Permit
19.09.030.I Administrative Deviation
19.09.030.J Waiver
19.09.030.K Variance
19.09.030.L Development Agreement
19.09.030.M Miscellaneous Permits
19.09.030.N Master Sign Plan
19.09.030.O Nonconformities
19.09.030.P Enforcement
19.09.030.Q Extension of Time
19.09.030.R Definitions

19.09.030.A Purpose
This Section provides procedures and requirements for the preparation, filing, and processing of planning
applications and other entitlements required by the Form-Based Code.

19.09.030.B Applicability
The review processes for all planning applications within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District (LVMC
Section 19.10.110) are set forth in LVMC Chapter 19.16 (Applications and Procedures).

19.09.030.C Application Review Procedures


The filing and review of all planning applications within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District must comply
with LVMC Section 19.16.010 (General Requirements).

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19.09.030.D Subdivision of Land City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.030.D Subdivision of Land


1. For a division of real property into four or fewer lots, the submittal, approval and recordation of a parcel
map is required in compliance with LVMC Section 19.16.040 (Parcel Map).
2. For a division of land that does not meet the criteria for a parcel map established in LVMC Section
19.16.040 (Parcel Map), the applicant shall file a tentative map for the subdivision of land in compliance
with LVMC Section 19.16.050 (Tentative Map).
3. A final map, prepared in compliance with the approved tentative map, or a series of final maps each
covering a portion of an approved tentative map, must be submitted in compliance with the provisions
of NRS Chapter 278, LVMC 19.16.050 (O), and the requirements contained in LVMC Section 19.16.060
(Final Map).
4. For reversions of real property to unsubdivided acreage, the provisions of LVMC Section 19.16.070
(Reversionary Map) shall apply.

19.09.030.E Vacations
Procedures for the vacation of a public street or easement are established in LVMC Section 19.16.080
(Vacations).

19.09.030.F Rezoning
Procedures for rezoning real property are established in LVMC Section 19.16.090 (Rezoning).

19.09.030.G Site Development Plan Review


A Site Development Plan Review, either Minor or Major, is required for all development within the Downtown
Las Vegas Overlay District in compliance with LVMC Section 19.16.100 (Site Development Plan Review).

19.09.030.H Special Use Permit


The Planning Commission may approve, approve with conditions, or deny an application for a Special Use
Permit for those uses listed in Section 19.09.050.E (Transect Zones) in compliance with LVMC Section 19.16.110
(Special Use Permit).

19.09.030.I Administrative Deviation


The Director may grant an Administrative Deviation in compliance with LVMC Section 19.16.120 (Administrative
Deviation).

19.09.030.J Waiver
An applicant may apply for a Waiver if it is determined that specific development standards cannot be met.
The Planning Commission may approve, approve with conditions, or deny an application for a Waiver in
compliance with LVMC Section 19.16.130 (Waiver).

19.09.030.K Variance
The Planning Commission and the City Council may act upon a Variance application in compliance with LVMC
Section 19.16.140 (Variance).

19.09.030.L Development Agreement


Procedures that enable the City Council to enter into a Development Agreement are established in LVMC
Section 19.16.150 (Development Agreements).

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.030.M Miscellaneous Permits

19.09.030.M Miscellaneous Permits


1. The procedure for the issuance of a Temporary Commercial Permit for certain short-term activities is
established in LVMC Section 19.16.160 (Temporary Commercial Permit).
2. The procedure for the issuance of a Temporary Sign Permit is established in LVMC Section 19.16.170
(Temporary Sign Permit).
3. The procedure for the issuance of a Home Occupation Permit is established in LVMC Section 19.16.180
(Home Occupation Permit).
4. The procedure for the issuance of a Model Home Permit is established in LVMC Section 19.16.190 (Model
Home Permit).
5. The procedure for the issuance of a Sign Certificate is established in LVMC Section 19.16.200 (Sign
Certificate).

19.09.030.N Master Sign Plan


The procedure for the approval of Master Sign Plan is established in LVMC Section 19.16.270 (Master Sign
Plan).

19.09.030.O Nonconformities
1. Uses, structures, parcels, and lots that were lawful before the adoption or amendment of the FBC, and
which become nonconforming by reason of the adoption of the FBC, must comply with LVMC Chapter
19.14 (Nonconforming Uses and Structures).
2. Any use or structure that was established or constructed in violation of the applicable zoning
regulations in effect at the time of establishment or construction, and which does not conform to the
applicable regulations of this FBC, is not a nonconforming use or structure, and the use or structure is in
violation of this Title.
3. Reinvestment in nonconforming structures and associated uses in Transect Zones to achieve public
safety, environmental, economic, or fiscal benefits in concert with the goals of the Downtown Master
Plan is encouraged. Nonconforming structures and associated uses in Transect Zones may be
expanded, enlarged, and improved in a manner that is not entirely consistent with the requirements of
LVMC Chapter 19.14 (Nonconforming Uses and Structures) if a Major Site Development Plan is approved
and the following findings are made by the Planning Commission and City Council:
a. At least one of the following benefits is provided to the community: demonstrable economic, fiscal,
public health, safety, or environmental benefit;
b. The change does not result in a significant increase in the overall intensity of use beyond the
existing use(s);
c. The change expands the existing footprint by no more than 10 percent (Refer to Section
19.09.020.D.3); in the case that the expansion, enlargement, or improvement will decrease the
nonconformity, this maximum change in footprint is increased to 20 percent.
d. Any expansion or extension in the life of any nonconforming use results solely from the improved
operational efficiency and is incidental to the primary purpose of improving public health and safety
or providing economic, fiscal, or environmental benefit;

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e. Compliance with the number of parking spaces required may not be prioritized over other
standards during review of these exceptions for nonconforming structures and associated uses in
Transect Zones; and
f. Any changes will not unreasonably impede the long-term implementation of the Downtown Master
Plan because at least one of the following apply:
i. There are significant vacant or underutilized properties in the area available or likely to become
available in the near term for development consistent with the Downtown Master Plan;
ii. The infrastructure necessary to support the long-term development of the area is incomplete;
or
iii. The improvements will not significantly impair the ability of market forces to drive the transition
to new uses and development opportunities consistent with the Downtown Master Plan’s long-
term vision.

19.09.030.P Enforcement
The Director is responsible for applying, administering, and enforcing the provisions of this Chapter in
compliance with LVMC Section 19.00.090 (Enforcement).

19.09.030.Q Extension of Time


An applicant’s request for an extension of time must be filed with the Director before expiration of the permit
or approval, together with the required filing fee in compliance with LVMC Section 19.16.260 (Extension of
Time).

19.09.030.R Definitions
All terms used in Chapter 19.09 (Form-Based Code) are included in LVMC Chapter 19.18 (Definitions and
Measures).

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19.09.040 SPECIFIC TO DISTRICTS
Subsections:
19.09.040.A Purpose
19.09.040.B Applicability
19.09.040.C District-specific Standards for Street Trees
19.09.040.D 18B Las Vegas Arts District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.E Cashman District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.F Civic & Business District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.G Design District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.H Founders District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.I Fremont East (Placeholder)
19.09.040.J Gateway District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.K Historic Westside (Placeholder)
19.09.040.L Las Vegas Medical District
19.09.040.M Market District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.N Resort & Casino District (Placeholder)
19.09.040.O Symphony Park District (Placeholder)

19.09.040.A Purpose
The purpose of this Section is to consolidate any unique regulatory standards that are applicable to specific
Districts within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District (LVMC Section 19.10.110) such as land use regulation,
signage, parking, streetscape or landscaping standards, to ensure that proposed development with the
Transect Zones is also consistent with District specific standards in the Unified Development Code that
support the character, scale, and special requirements of the Downtown Districts.

Whenever differences occurr between the District-specific standards listed in LVMC 19.09.040 (Specific to
Districts) and other provisions listed in 19.09, the District-specific standards shall apply.

19.09.040.B Applicability
The standards in this Section apply to all proposed development in each of the Downtown Districts within the
Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District (LVMC Section 19.10.110). The regulations and standards that are applied
on parcels owned and operated by federal, state or city government through the application of this Code will
be interpreted as guidelines by the Review Authority. Nonetheless, to promote the urban form desired within
the Downtown Districts, compliance with all applicable standards and guidelines is encouraged.

19.09.040.C District-specific Standards for Street Trees


The purpose of this Subsection is to promote a high-quality, walkable environment that emphasizes the
unique character of each Downtown District through the implementation of a district-specific tree pallette.
The tree species and planting requirements have been developed to be consistent with the goals and
objectives as expressed in the City of Las Vegas Master Plan, the Vision 2045 Downtown Masterplan, and

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19.09.040.C District-specific Standards for Street Trees City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

in consideration of the Nevada Division of Forestry Las Vegas Valley Urban Canopy Analysis as well as the
Regional Plant List developed by the SNRPC, to promote environmental, social, and economic benefits.

All street trees and trees required within buffer and front setback areas as required per 19.09.050 shall
conform to the standards as provided in Table 19.09.040.C-1 (District Pallette for Street Trees and Landscaping
Requirements) and Figure 19.09.040.C-1 (Additional Planting Requirements). The intent of the Alternating
Species Options is to minimize the potential impact of diseases and other negative conditions that could
impact a specific tree species, and by doing so preserving the desired canopy.

Table 19.09.040.C-1 District Pallette for Street Trees and Landscaping Requirements

District Allowed Species (ROW < 81 feet) Allowed Species (ROW ≥ 81 feet)
18b Las Vegas Acacia Salicina (Willow Acacia) Acacia Salicina (Willow Acacia)
Arts Celtis Reticulata (Netleaf Hackberry) Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood)
Chilopsis Linearis (Desert Willow) Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony)
Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood) Leucaena Retusa (Golden Leadball Tree)
Eysenhardtia Orthocarpa (Kidneywood) Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea)
Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony) Pittoposrum Angustifolium (Willow Pittosporum)
Leucaena Retusa (Golden Leadball Tree) Quercus Douglasii (Blue Oak)
Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea) Quercus Shumardii (Shumard Oak)
Pittoposrum Angustifolium (Willow Pittosporum)
Quercus Douglasii (Blue Oak)
Sophora Secundiflora (Texas Mountain Laurel)
Vachellia Shaffneri (Twisted Acacia)

Cashman Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony) Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony)


Olea Europaea (Fruitless Olive) Olea Europaea (Fruitless Olive)
Parkinsonia Microphylla (Foothill Palo Verde) Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite)
Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite) Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite)
Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite) Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak)
Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak)
Civic & Celtis Reticulata (Netleaf Hackberry) Celtis Australis (Mediterranean Hackberry)
Business Chilopsis Linearis (Desert Willow) Celtis Occidentalis (Common Hackberry)
Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony) Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony)
Ilex Vomitoria (Yaupon Holly) Koelreuteria paniculata (Goldenrain Tree)
Koelreuteria paniculata (Goldenrain Tree) Maclura Pomifera (Osage Orange)
Maclura Pomifera (Osage Orange) Olea Europaea (Fruitless Olive)
Olea Europaea (Fruitless Olive) Platanus Occidentalis Var. Mexicana (Mexican
Quercus Cambyi (Canby Oak) Sycamore)
Quercus Douglasii (Blue Oak) Quercus Cambyi (Canby Oak)
Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak) Quercus Douglasii (Blue Oak)
Quercus Polymorpha (Monterrey Oak) Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak)
Quercus Virginiana (Cathedral Live Oak) Quercus Macrocarpa (Bur Oak)
Sophora Secundiflora (Texas Mountain Laurel) Quercus Polymorpha (Monterrey Oak)
Vachellia Farnesiana (Sweet Acacia) Quercus Shumardii (Shumard Oak)
Quercus Virginiana (Cathedral Live Oak)
Quercus Virginiana (High Rise Live Oak)
Quercus Virginiana (Southern Live Oak)
Quercus x Virginiana (Heritage Live Oak)
Vachellia Farnesiana (Sweet Acacia)

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.040.C District-specific Standards for Street Trees

Design Acacia Craspedocarpa (Leather Leaf Acacia) Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood)
Celtis Reticulata (Netleaf Hackberry) Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony)
Chilopsis Linearis (Desert Willow) Leucaena Retusa (Golden Leadball Tree)
Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood) Parkinsonia Florida (Blue Palo Verde)
Eysenhardtia Orthocarpa (Kidneywood) Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea)
Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony) Parkinsonia x ‘AZT Thornless’ (Thornless hybrid
Leucaena Retusa (Golden Leadball Tree) Palo Verde)
Parkinsonia Florida (Blue Palo Verde) Pittoposrum Angustifolium (Willow Pittosporum)
Parkinsonia Microphylla (Foothill Palo Verde) Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite)
Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea) Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite)
Parkinsonia x ‘AZT Thornless’ (Thornless hybrid Vachellia Shaffneri (Twisted Acacia)
palo verde)
Pittoposrum Angustifolium (Willow Pittosporum)
Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite)
Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite)
Sophora Secundiflora (Texas Mountain Laurel)
Vachellia Shaffneri (Twisted Acacia)
Founders Celtis Reticulata (Netleaf Hackberry) Celtis Australis (Mediterranean Hackberry)
Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood) Celtis Occidentalis (Common Hackberry)
Koelreuteria paniculata (Goldenrain Tree) Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood)
Maclura Pomifera (Osage Orange) Olea Europaea (Fruitless Olive)
Olea Europaea (Fruitless Olive) Koelreuteria paniculata (Goldenrain Tree)
Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea) Maclura Pomifera (Osage Orange)
Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache) Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea)
Platanus Occidentalis Var. Mexicana (Mexican Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache)
Sycamore) Platanus Occidentalis Var. Mexicana (Mexican
Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite) Sycamore)
Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite) Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite)
Quercus Cambyi (Canby Oak) Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite)
Quercus Douglasii (Blue Oak) Quercus Cambyi (Canby Oak)
Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak) Quercus Douglasii (Blue Oak)
Quercus Macrocarpa (Bur Oak) Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak)
Quercus Polymorpha (Monterrey Oak) Quercus Macrocarpa (Bur Oak)
Quercus Shumardii (Shumard Oak) Quercus Polymorpha (Monterrey Oak)
Quercus Virginiana (Cathedral Live Oak) Quercus Shumardii (Shumard Oak)
Quercus Virginiana (High Rise Live Oak) Quercus Virginiana (Cathedral Live Oak)
Quercus Virginiana (Southern Live Oak) Quercus Virginiana (High Rise Live Oak)
Quercus x Virginiana (Heritage Live Oak) Quercus Virginiana (Southern Live Oak)
Styphnolobium japonicum (Japanese Pagoda Quercus x Virginiana (Heritage Live Oak)
Tree) Styphnolobium japonicum (Japanese Pagoda Tree)
Ulmus Crassifolia (Cedar Elm) Ulmus Crassifolia (Cedar Elm)

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19.09.040.C District-specific Standards for Street Trees City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Fremont East Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood) Celtis Australis (Mediterranean Hackberry)
Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony) Celtis Occidentalis (Common Hackberry)
Maclura Pomifera (Osage Orange) Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood)
Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache) Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony)
Pistacia Chinensis (Chinese Pistache) Maclura Pomifera (Osage Orange)
Quercus Douglasii (Blue Oak) Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache)
Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak) Pistacia Chinensis (Chinese Pistache)
Quercus Polymorpha (Monterrey Oak) Platanus Occidentalis Var. Mexicana (Mexican
Quercus Virginiana (Cathedral Live Oak) Sycamore)
Quercus Virginiana (High Rise Live Oak) Quercus Douglasii (Blue Oak)
Quercus x Virginiana (Heritage Live Oak) Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak)
Ulmus Crassifolia (Cedar Elm) Quercus Macrocarpa (Bur Oak)
Quercus Polymorpha (Monterrey Oak)
Quercus Virginiana (Cathedral Live Oak)
Quercus Virginiana (High Rise Live Oak)
Quercus Virginiana (Southern Live Oak)
Quercus x Virginiana (Heritage Live Oak)
Ulmus Crassifolia (Cedar Elm)
Gateway Acacia Pendula (Weeping Acacia) Acacia Pendula (Weeping Acacia)
Acacia Salicina (Willow Acacia) Acacia Salicina (Willow Acacia)
Celtis Reticulata (Netleaf Hackberry) Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood)
Chilopsis Linearis (Desert Willow) Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony)
Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood) Leucaena Retusa (Golden Leadball Tree)
Eysenhardtia Orthocarpa (Kidneywood) Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea)
Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony) Pittoposrum Angustifolium (Willow Pittosporum)
Ilex Vomitoria (Yaupon Holly)
Leucaena Retusa (Golden Leadball Tree)
Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea)
Pittoposrum Angustifolium (Willow Pittosporum)

Historic Acacia Pendula (Weeping Acacia) Acacia Pendula (Weeping Acacia)


Westside Celtis Reticulata (Netleaf Hackberry) Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony)
Havardia Mexicana (Mexican Ebony) Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea)
Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea) Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache)
Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache) Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite)
Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite) Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite)
Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite) Quercus Douglasii (Blue Oak)
Quercus Douglasii (Blue Oak) Vachellia Farnesiana (Sweet Acacia)
Vachellia Farnesiana (Sweet Acacia)
Las Vegas Chilopsis Linearis (Desert Willow) Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea)
Medical Parkinsonia Praecox (Palo Brea) Pittoposrum Angustifolium (Willow Pittosporum)
District Pittoposrum Angustifolium (Willow Pittosporum) Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite)
Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite) Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite)
Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite) Quercus Cambyi (Canby Oak)
Quercus Cambyi (Canby Oak) Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak)
Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak) Quercus Polymorpha (Monterrey Oak)
Quercus Polymorpha (Monterrey Oak) Quercus Shumardii (Shumard Oak)
Quercus Shumardii (Shumard Oak) Ulmus Crassifolia (Cedar Elm)
Sophora Secundiflora (Texas Mountain Laurel)
Ulmus Crassifolia (Cedar Elm)

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.040.D 18B Las Vegas Arts District (Placeholder)

Market Chilopsis Linearis (Desert Willow) Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood)


Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood) Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache)
Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache) Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite)
Prosopis x Alba (Thornless Hybrid Mesquite) Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite)
Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite) Ulmus Crassifolia (Cedar Elm)
Ulmus Crassifolia (Cedar Elm)
Resort & Ilex Vomitoria (Yaupon Holly) Olea Europaea (Fruitless Olive)
Casino Olea Europaea (Fruitless Olive) Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache)
Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache) Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite)
Prosopis Glandulosa (Thornless Honey Mesquite) Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak)
Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak)
Symphony Celtis Reticulata (Netleaf Hackberry) Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood)
Park Dalbergia Sissoo (Indian Rosewood) Parkinsonia x ‘AZT Thornless’ (Thornless Hybrid
Parkinsonia x ‘AZT Thornless’ (Thornless Hybrid Palo Verde)
Palo Verde) Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache)
Pistacia Atlantica (Red Push Pistache) Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak)
Quercus Fusiformis (Escarpment Oak)

Figure 19.09.040.C-1 Additional Planting Requirements

To promote urban trees biodiversity, and prevent the possible degradation of the downtown canopy due to species-
related diseases and parasites, the street strees as required per 19.09.050 shall be planted utilizing the minimum spacing
requirements indicated below (Option #1 or Option #2), and approved by Staff. The figure, which is conceptual and not
representative of the actual tree species allowed in each district as per Table 19.09.040.C-1, uses alphabet letters (A, B, and
C) and images to symbolize trees pertaining to the same genus, or family, of trees, spaced at a minimum distance pattern
from each other. A Variance is not available to permit a deviation from the provisions of this Section.

Option #1
AB - AB

Option #2
ABC - ABC

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19.09.040.D 18B Las Vegas Arts District (Placeholder) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.040.D 18B Las Vegas Arts District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.040.E Cashman District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.040.F Civic & Business District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.040.G Design District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.040.H Founders District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.040.I Fremont East District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.040.J Gateway District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.040.K Historic Westside District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.040.L Las Vegas Medical District


1. Additional Standards for Hospital Uses

To support the long term harmonious development of the Las Vegas Medical District, accessory structures
that are determined to be functionally essential to the hospital use, such as utility and medical-related
facilities, will be allowed as part of the development in a manner that is harmonious and compatible with the
surrounding properties, as approved by the Director.

2. Additional Landscaping Standards

On June 19, 2002, the Council adopted the Las Vegas Medical District Plan, which, among other regulations,
provided standards for streetscapes, landscape buffers, and street trees within the Las Vegas Medical District
(LVMD). Over time, these standards enhanced the physical quality of the LVMD, and created an environment
that is safe, aesthetically pleasing, and fosters pedestrian comfort through shade, well-planned street design,
and unique landscape design characteristics. It is the intent of this section to preserve these traits of the
LVMD, and to further this goal the following landscaping standards shall apply:

a. Existing trees, shrubs, and landscaped buffers that were installed or present before the adoption of the
LVMC 19.09 (Form-Based Code), including those which subsequently would not be installed at that location by
virtue of adoption of provisions LVMC 19.09, shall be properly mantained, preserved, and replaced in case of
death.

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b. In order to preserve and mantain existing trees, shrubs, and landscaped buffers, whenever conflict may
arise between the provisions contained in LVMC Title 19.09 (Form-Based Code) and the preservation of
existing trees, shrubs, and landscaped buffers, precedence shall be given to the preservation of existing
trees, shrubs, and landscaped buffers. This includes, but is not limited to, conflicts that may arise, regarding
setbacks, the facade zone, and lot coverage.

c. The Planning Commission may grant the removal of existing trees, shrubs, and landscaped buffers in virtue
of health, safety, and welfare concerns; an equivalent amount of similar sized trees, shrubs, and landscape
buffer area shall be installed, as approved by Staff.

d. A Variance is not available to permit a deviation from the provisions of this Section.

3. Pedestrian Open Spaces and Plazas

Pedestrian Open Spaces and Plazas Public open space, or plazas for public gathering, is required for all
new medical and office developments of 10,000 square feet or greater. These spaces shall provide seating
and should be easily observed and accessible from the street and/or pedestrian circulation areas. When
determining the open space for mixed-use buildings, only the gross floor areas of the office uses will be
considered. Outdoor pedestrian open spaces and plazas provide shade, opportunities for rest and relief from
traffic and noise as well as areas for additional outdoor activities such as vending and dining. Commercial
developments shall provide pedestrian open spaces and plazas in relation to the size of the development and
must include designs for such areas in the site plan. Such areas shall be provided according to the following
guidelines (See Figure 19.09.040.C-2 below):

a. Developments shall provide one square foot of plaza per 50 square feet of gross floor area for buildings of
10,000 square feet to 50,000 square feet. For larger buildings, an additional one square foot of open space
shall be required for each additional 500 square feet of floor area. For parking garages, open space shall be
provided at the rate of one square foot per stall.

b. Such plaza spaces shall be in addition to any such spaces provided by individual tenants or businesses for
the use of their customers.

c. Pedestrian open spaces and plazas shall be integral to the overall design of the proposed development and
shall be located in areas of high pedestrian traffic in such a manner to be convenient and readily accessible.
Such spaces shall remain open to the public and accessible during normal hours of operation.

d. Maintenance of these open spaces will be the responsibility of the property owner.

e. Whenever the standards contained in this Section and the ones set forth in 19.09.050 overlap or contraddict
each other, the provision which is more restrictive or imposes higher standards or requirements shall apply.

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19.09.040.M Market District (Placeholder) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Figure 19.09.040.C-2
Guidelines for Pedestrian Open Space and Plazas

19.09.040.M Market District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.040.N Resort & Casino District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.040.O Symphony Park District (Placeholder)


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19.09.050 TRANSECT ZONES STANDARDS
Subsections:
19.09.050.A Purpose
19.09.050.B Applicability
19.09.050.C Establishment of Transect Zones
19.09.050.D Transect Zones Overview
19.09.050.E Transect Zones
19.09.050.E.003 T6 Urban Core Zone (T6-UC) Placeholder
19.09.050.E.006 T6 Urban General Zone (T6-UG)
19.09.050.E.010 T5 Maker Zone (T5-M)
19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C)
19.09.050.E.016 T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS)
19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N)
19.09.050.E.024 T4 Zone (T4) Placeholder
19.09.050.E.028 T4 Main Street Zone (T4-MS) Placeholder
19.09.050.E.032 T4 Neighborhood Zone (T4-N) Placeholder
19.09.050.E.036 T4 Maker Zone (T4-M) Placeholder
19.09.050.E.040 T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C)
19.09.050.E.044 T3 Neighborhood Zone (T3-N)
19.09.050.F Special Districts
19.09.050.F.004 Special District Placeholder

19.09.050.A Purpose
The purpose of this Section is to establish the regulatory standards for building form, building placement, and
land use within the Transect Zones applicable within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District (LVMC Section
19.10.110). These standards are intended to ensure that proposed development is compatible with future
development on neighboring properties, and produces an environment of desirable character and scale
consistent with the City’s vision for implementing the Downtown Master Plan, and any other applicable Master
Plan.

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19.09.050.B Applicability City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.050.B Applicability
1. The standards in this Section apply to all proposed development within the Transect Zones, and must be
considered in combination with the standards in Sections 19.09.060 (Building Type Standards), 19.09.070
(Frontage Type Standards), 19.09.080 (Civic Space Standards), 19.09.090 (Thoroughfare Standards), and
other applicable sections of LVMC Title 19 (Unified Development Code).
2. One or more of each of the following must be selected for, and applied to, each lot:
a. Building Type (at least one primary building);
b. Frontage Type (multiple types as allowed by the Zone);
c. Thoroughfare Type (as per each District Thoroughfare Plan); and
d. Use Type (multiple types as allowed by the Zone).
3. One or more of the following may be selected and applied to each lot, as applicable;
a. Civic Space Type (multiple types are allowed within each Zone).
4. Building Types, Frontage Types, Civic Space Types, Thoroughfare Types, and Land Use Types not listed in
the standards for a zone are not allowed in that zone.

19.09.050.C Establishment of Transect Zones


1. Within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District, each District mapped on Figure B-1 (Districts Within
the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District) is divided into Transect Zones. These zones implement the
vision of the Downtown Master Plan by providing a mix of intensity of development and a mix of uses
that are compatible with the character of the Downtown’s districts and neighborhoods.
2. The Transect Zones listed in Section 19.09.050.D (Transect Zones Overview) are mapped on the City’s
official Zoning Map (Refer to LVMC Section 19.00.100 (Zoning Map).

19.09.050.D Transect Zones Overview


Table 19.09.050.D-1 (Transect Zones Overview) provides a summary of each of the Transect Zones that will be
applied within Downtown Las Vegas. This overview includes a typical illustrative photograph of the transect,
and a summary of the desired form, general use, and intent, of each Transect Zone.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.D Transect Zones Overview

Table 19.09.050.D-1 Transect Zones Overview


T6 Urban Core Zone (T6-UC)
T6 Urban General Zone (T6-UG) T5 Maker Zone (T5-M)
Placeholder
Photo Placeholder

Desired Form Desired Form Desired Form


Placeholder Attached or detached Attached
Large lot width Medium to large lot width
Large footprint Large footprint
Simple wall plane along street Simple wall plane along street
Buildings placed at or near the right- Buildings placed at or near the right-of-
of-way way
Diverse mix of building frontages, Diverse mix of frontages, mostly
mostly Arcade, Gallery, and Shopfront Shopfront
Small to no setbacks Small to no setbacks
4 to 12 stories 1 to 5 stories
General Use General Use General Use
Placeholder Ground floor commercial or service Ground floor commercial, service, or
uses with a mix of commercial, industrial uses with a mix of commercial,
residential, service, and/or office uses residential, service, office and/or
on upper stories. industrial uses on upper stories.
Intent Intent Intent
Placeholder To reinforce a vibrant, compact, To maximize the opportunities created
walkable, urban core that serves by medium and high-intensity walkable
multiple districts and the overall urban environments. Specialized uses
region with a diverse range of uses in in this Zone can be categorized as
a variety of building types with active downtown light industrial, and utilize
pedestrian street facades on multiple performance measures to ensure
frontages. A range of regional-center compatibility between the different Use
appropriate uses such as hospitals and Types.
other medical facilities support public
transportation alternatives.
Subsection Subsection Subsection
19.09.050.E.003 19.09.050.E.006 19.09.050.E.010

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Table 19.09.050.D-1 Transect Zones Overview


T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C) T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS) T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N)

Desired Form Desired Form Desired Form


Attached Attached Attached
Medium to large lot width Large lot width Medium to large lot width
Large footprint Large footprint Medium to large footprint
Simple wall plane along street Simple wall plane along street Simple wall plane along street
Buildings placed at or near the right-of- Buildings placed at or near the right- Buildings placed at or near the right-
way of-way of-way
Diverse mix of building frontages, Diverse mix of building frontages, Diverse mix of building frontages, but
mostly Shopfront mostly Arcade, Gallery, and Shopfront mostly Arcade, Forecourt, Shopfront,
and Terrace
Small setbacks Small to no setbacks Medium setbacks
2 to 7 stories 3 to 7 stories 2 to 5 stories
General Use General Use General Use
Ground floor commercial or service Ground floor commercial or service Primarily multi-unit residential with
with a mix of commercial, residential, uses with a mix of commercial, neighborhood-supporting retail,
service, and/or office uses on upper residential, service, and/or office uses commercial, and/or service uses on the
stories. on upper stories. ground floor.
Intent Intent Intent
To enhance the City’s existing To provide a compact, walkable, To provide walkable, urban
corridors so that over time they will urban area in which revitalization neighborhoods with a variety of urban
become more walkable and serve and investment is encouraged and housing choices in small to large
multiple districts with a diverse that serves multiple districts with footprint, medium-intensity building
range of commercial, retail, service, commercial, retail, office, and civic uses types that support and are within short
and office uses, and small-to-large in a range of building types. This zone walking distance of neighborhood-
footprint, moderate-intensity building also supports public transportation serving commercial and service
types. This zone also supports public alternatives. uses. This zone also supports public
transportation hubs. transportation alternatives.
Subsection Subsection Subsection
19.09.050.E.012 19.09.050.E.016 19.09.050.E.020

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Table 19.09.050.D-1 Transect Zones Overview


T4 Main Street Zone (T4-MS) T4 Neighborhood Zone (T4-N)
T4 Zone Placeholder (T4)
Placeholder Placeholder
Photo Placeholder Photo Placeholder Photo Placeholder

Desired Form Desired Form Desired Form


Placeholder Placeholder Placeholder

General Use General Use General Use


Placeholder Placeholder Placeholder

Intent Intent Intent


Placeholder Placeholder Placeholder
Subsection Subsection Subsection
19.09.050.E.024 19.09.050.E.028 19.09.050.E.032

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19.09.050.B Applicability City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Table 19.09.050.D-1 Transect Zones Overview


T4 Maker Zone (T4-M)
T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C) T3 Neighborhood Zone (T3-N)
Placeholder
Photo Placeholder

Desired Form Desired Form Desired Form


Placeholder Attached or detached Typically detached; may be attached
Medium to large lot width Small to medium lot width
Medium to large footprint Small to medium footprint
Buildings placed at or near the right- Building placement varied, but mostly
of-way set back from right-of-way
Diverse mix of building frontages, Primarily common yards, stoops, and
mostly Shopfront porches
Medium setbacks Medium to large setbacks
2 to 5 stories 1 to 2 stories

General Use General Use General Use


Placeholder Ground floor commercial or service Primarily residential with smaller
with a mix of commercial, service, and/ neighborhood-supporting uses at
or office uses on upper stories. appropriate locations.
Intent Intent Intent
Placeholder To enhance the City’s existing To protect the integrity of existing
corridors so that over time they will small to medium lot, detached homes
become more walkable and serve and to reinforce their importance
multiple districts with a diverse within walkable neighborhoods with
range of commercial, retail, service, medium footprint, low-intensity housing
and office uses, and small-to-large types within short walking distance
footprint, moderate-intensity building to public transportation options and
types. This zone also supports public neighborhood-serving retail and service
transportation alternatives. uses.

Subsection Subsection Subsection


19.09.050.E.036 19.09.050.E.040 19.09.050.E.044

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Table 19.09.050.D-1 Transect Zones Overview


Special District
Placeholder
Photo Placeholder

Desired Form
Placeholder

General Use
Placeholder
Intent
Placeholder
Subsection
19.09.050.F.004

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19.09.050.E.003 T6 Urban Core Zone (T6-UC) Placeholder City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.050.E.003 T6 Urban Core Zone (T6-UC) Placeholder

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.006 T6 Urban General Zone (T6-UG)

19.09.050.E.006 T6 Urban General Zone (T6-UG)

A. General Intent B. Sub-Zones


The intent of the T6 Urban General Zone (T6-UG) is to T6-UG-L
provide a vibrant, compact, high-intensity walkable The limited sub-zone provides the same building form as
urban environment that can accommodate a variety the T6-UG Zone, but it allows a limited mix of land uses.
of building types with active pedestrian street facades
and a diverse range of uses supported by required
retail frontages on multiple streets. Parking is typically C. Lot Size
provided in multi-story garages, which if placed next No width, depth or area standards are included for the
to a street frontage, are lined with active retail/service T6-UG Zone. Min. lot sizes may be determined based on
uses. This zone supports a wide range of regional-center the min. and max. building width and depth standards
appropriate uses as well as, employment, retail, services, for the building types established in Table D (Building
civic, or public uses that support public transportation Types).
alternatives as well as walking and biking. Specialized
uses, such as hospitals and large medical offices and
facilities, are accomodated in a limited Sub-Zone. The
following form elements are generally appropriate in this
Zone:
Attached or detached
Large lot width
Large footprint and lot coverage
Simple wall plane along the street
Buildings placed at or near the edge of right-of-way
Diverse mix of building frontages, mostly Arcade, Gallery,
and Shopfront
Small to no setbacks
Min. 4 to max. 12 stories

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19.09.050.E.006 T6 Urban General Zone (T6-UG) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Courtyard Building

Side Street

Side Street
C
F
E

B
A A

Street Street
Secondary Wing
Key for Diagrams
Lot Line Building Line
Buildable Area Courtyard Area

D. Building Types D. Building Types (cont.)


Main Building Secondary Additional Standards for a Courtyard Building
Body Wing Dimensions - Courtyard(s)
Building Type Width Depth Width Depth Width 20 ft min.; 100 ft max. E
(max.) (max.) (max.) (max.)
Width-to-Height
A B C D 1:2 min.; 2:1 max.
Ratio
Flex High-Rise 380 ft1,2 200 ft1 75 ft 100 ft Depth 50 ft min.; 100 ft max. F
Flex Mid-Rise 200 ft 1
175 ft 1
75 ft 100 ft Percentage of width
50% max.
Courtyard Building 175 ft1 175 ft1 40 ft -- of building
Lined Building Refer to building dimensions in Total Area 400 sf min.
Subsection D (Building Types, A minimum of two courtyard edges must be defined by
Additional Standards for a Lined the building.
Building)
Courtyard edges not defined by the building must be
Miscellaneous defined by a wall min. 3 ft/max. 5 ft in height.
The floorplate of any floor must not be larger than that of The proportions and orientation of courtyards must
the floor below, except if an arcade frontage type is used. be carefully considered for solar orientation and user
Notes: comfort.
1
Buildings wider than 150 ft must be designed to read as a series Access Standards
of buildings no wider than 100 ft each.
Access to the building must be from the street or from
2
Or the max. length of the block.
the courtyard.
Each unit (residential or commercial) may have an
individual entry from the courtyard.
Multiple courtyards must be connected through and
between buildings
Key for Tables Courtyards must be accessible from the highest order
-- No Requirement thoroughfare (Refer to Section 19.09.090.C).

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Lined Building

Side Street
G K

Street
Liner Building
Key for Diagram
Lot Line Building Line
Interior Building Exterior Building

D. Building Types (cont.) D. Building Types (cont.)


Additional Standards for a Lined Building Miscellaneous
Dimensions - Exterior Building Building height must comply with the height standards
Length 400 ft max. 1,2
G defined in the Zone.
Width 300 ft max. 1,2
H Allowed frontage types are described in Table G
(Frontages).
Depth (from front of 30 ft min.
I The side of an interior building exposed to a street or
building)
civic space must be lined by the exterior building.
Dimensions - Interior Building
A forecourt or pocket plaza is required along the primary
Width 180 ft max. J
frontage or at a primary street corner.
Depth 230 ft max. K
Access Standards
Notes:
Ground floor units facing a street or alley must be
1
Or the max. length of the block.
accessed from the street or alley by an allowed frontage
2
Buildings wider than 150 ft must be designed to read as a series
type.
of buildings no wider than 100 ft each.
Vehicle access to the interior building must be from an
alley or a min. of 150 ft from an intersection if no alley is
present.

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Side Street
N M
P
S

R
T Q

Street
Street Bui
Key for Diagrams
Lot Line Building Setback Line
Buildable Area Facade Zone

E. Building Placement F. Building Form Standards


Setback Distance Corner Interior Building Height Stories P
Front1,2 Rear1,3,4
(Distance from Side Side1,3,4 Primary Building 4 min. - 12 max.
ROW/Lot Line) L M N O Accessory Building 2 max.
Primary Building Primary Building
Min. 5 ft 5 ft 0 ft 0 ft Ground Floor Finish Level1,2 Q
Max. 10 ft 10 ft 10 ft -- Height above curb
Primary Building Facade within Facade Zone Residential 1.50 ft min.
Front (min.) 80% Service or Retail
0.50 ft max.
Side Street (min.) 60% uses
Miscellaneous Ground floor lobbies and common areas in multi-unit
A building form with a chamfered corner is only allowed buildings may have a ≤ 0.50 ft ground floor finish level.
on corner lots and only if a corner entry is provided. Floor-to-Ceiling
Notes: Ground floor 14 ft min. R
1
Additional setback and/or easement may be required where street Upper floors 9 ft min. S
ROW or a utility easement is needed.
Footprint 3
2
Sidewalk must be extended into the facade zone to meet the
building. Lot coverage 90% max.
3
Buildings and structures located < 5 feet from a property line must Depth
comply with all applicable Building and Fire Code requirements. Ground floor
4
Where building elevations include balconies or windows, a 30 ft min. T
space
minimum of 10 feet setback distance from the balcony or window
Notes:
edge to the property side and rear lot lines is required. 1
Buildings existing at the time of adoption of the Form-Based Code
and additions to those buildings that are less than 50% of the
existing gross floor area are exempt.
2
Primary buildings located on lots sloping down and away from the
street are exempt.
3
Independently by lot coverage requirements, all buildings must still
meet setback requirements as per 19.09.050.E.E.

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Side Street
W V

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Encroachment

G. Frontages H. Encroachments into Facade Zone


Private Frontage Corner Corner Interior
Front Standards Front Rear
Type Side Encroachment Side Side
(max.) (max.)
Arcade A A 19.09.070.D Type (max.) (max.)
Forecourt A A 19.09.070.G U V W X
Gallery A A 19.09.070.H Frontage Type
Shopfront A A 19.09.070.K Arcade1
Terrace1 A A 19.09.070.M Gallery1
Pedestrian Access Shopfront: 10 ft 10 ft -- --
awning, balcony1,
Pedestrian entrances must be provided at least every 50
bay window,
ft along the ground floor primary street facade and the
projecting shade
side street facade.
structure
Miscellaneous
Upper floor
For non-residential uses, loading docks, overhead doors, 6 ft 6 ft 5 ft 5 ft
Balconies2
and other service entries must be screened and must be
Architectural
located to the rear or on side street facades. 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft
Features
Note:
Signage A A -- --
1
Allowed only when necessary to accommodate a grade change.
Driveways3 A3 A3 -- A3

Key for Tables Miscellaneous

-- No Requirement Encroachments are allowed into the facade zone,


and except for an arcade, gallery, or balconies and in
A Allowed
conjunction with an encroachment agreement, they are
not allowed within a street ROW, alley ROW, or across a
lot line.
Notes:
1
May encroach into the street ROW to within 2 ft of the face of the
curb, subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
2
May encroach into the street ROW up to a maximum of 5 ft,
subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
3
Only allowed when there is no alternative access from the rear.

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19.09.050.E.006 T6 Urban General Zone (T6-UG) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

I. Use Types I. Use Types (cont.)


Use Type T6-UG T6-UG-L Use Type T6-UG T6-UG-L
Residential Sub-Zone Other Sub-Zone
Assisted Living Apartment P -- Emergency Ambulance Services, Ground -- P
Community Residence P -- Government Facility P P
Convalescent Care Facility/Nursing Home P -- Helipad C 3
C3
Downtown Residential P -- Liquified Petroleum Gas Installation (288
C C
Home Occupation P -- Gallons or Less)
Hospice P Liquified Petroleum Gas Installation
-- S
(Over 288 Gallons)
Senior Citizen Apartments P --
Parking Facility P P
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly
Public Services, Minor C C
Church/House of Worship P P
Temporary Uses4 T T
Park, Playground, or Open Space P P
Urban Agriculture
Public or Private School (Primary or
S -- Community Garden P P
Secondary)
Retail Trade Notes:
Land use types are defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18 (Definitions and
Beer/Wine/Cooler Cultural
Measures). Individual land use types that are included within a general
Establishment; Beer/Wine/Cooler On-
S -- land use type (e.g. Downtown Retail or Downtown Services) are also
and Off-Sale Establishment; or Beer/
defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18.
Wine/Cooler Off-Sale Establishment
If a use is not listed in this table, it is not allowed in the T6-UG Zone and
Beer/Wine/Cooler On-Sale Establishment C -- T6-UG-L Sub-Zone, except that as allowed under LVMC Section 19.12.100
Commercial, Other than Listed S S (Similar and Prohibited Uses) the Director may determine that a use not
Downtown Retail 1
P P listed in Table I. is allowed if it is listed in LVMC Section 19.12.010 (Land
Use Tables) and the use supports the purpose and intent of the Zone and
Liquor Establishment (Tavern); Lounge
S S is consistent with the goals and policies of the Downtown Master Plan.
Bar; or Urban Lounge
Refer to LVMC Section 19.12.070 (Permissible Use Descriptions and
Mixed-Use P C Applicable Conditions and Requirements) for the standards applicable to
Restaurant P P specific uses.
Restaurant with Alcohol; or Restaurant
C C 1
Except Pet Shop, Secondhand Dealer, and Thrift Shop are allowed as
with Service Bar
Conditional Uses (C).
Employment and Services 2
Except Massage, Accessory is allowed as an Accessory Use (A), and Check
Blood Plasma Donor Center P P Cashing Service, Limited is allowed as a Conditional Use (C).
Clinic P P 3
For life-safety medical purposes only; otherwise a Special Use Permit is
Downtown Services 2
P P required.
4
Except a Temporary Real Estate Sales Office is allowed as a Conditional
Hospital P P
Use (C).
Laboratory, Medical or Dental P P
Office, Medical or Dental; or Office, Other Key
P P
Than Listed P Use is allowed as a principal use by right.
Social Service Provider P P C Use is allowed in accordance with the conditions
Telecommunication Facilities specified in LVMC Section 19.12.040 for conditional
Mounted Antenna Over 15 ft (Ultimate uses.
Height); Wireless Communication Facility, S Use is allowed as a principal use only after first
S S
Non-Stealth Design (Not Qualifying for obtaining a Special Use Permit as specified in LVMC
Conditional Use Approval) Section 19.16.110.
Wireless Communication Facility, Stealth T Use is allowed with a Temporary Commercial Permit
Design or Non-Stealth Design (Qualifying C C as specified in LVMC Section 19.16.160.
for Conditional Use Approval) -- Use is not allowed.

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BB

Side Street
AA Z

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Parking Area

J. Parking Standards K. Required Street Trees


Corner Interior Infill or Replacement Street Trees Min. No. Trees
Setback from Lot Front1 Rear
Side1 Side Addition, Renovation, or New Building1
Line (min.)
Y Z AA BB < 5,000 sf 2
Ground Floor 40 ft 10 ft 0 ft 0 ft ≥ 5,000 sf - < 10,000 sf 4
Upper Floor 40 ft 40 ft 0 ft 0 ft ≥ 10,000 sf - < 20,000 sf 8
Parking Driveway One-way Two-way ≥ 20,000 sf As required
Width 12 ft min. - 14 ft 32 ft min. - 34 ft along all street
max. max. frontages
Miscellaneous Miscellaneous
Where feasible, driveways must be shared between All street trees must be planted in accordance with the
adjacent parcels. species as listed in LVMC Section 19.09.040 (Specific to
No new surface parking lots are allowed adjacent to Districts) and the planting requirements of LVMC Section
primary or side street frontages. 19.04.060 (Amenity Zone). Where differences occur, the
provisions of 19.09.040 shall apply.
Covered parking in parking areas established before
the effective date is allowed with a setback of 10 ft to a All street trees must be planted and maintained to avoid
primary street or side street. conflicts with large trucks and fire/emergency vehicles.
The min. canopy clearance at maturity is 14 ft.
When a lot has an adjoining side street, parking must be
Note:
accessed only from the side street.
1
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.020.D (Applicability)
Required Parking
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.100.G (Parking Standards)
for vehicular and bicycle parking standards.
Required parking may be reduced as set forth in LVMC
Section 19.18.030.D.4 (Parking Alternatives).
Notes:
1
No vehicle parking in the front or corner side yard is allowed.

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L. Required Open Space


Common Open Space
Width 20 ft min.
Depth 20 ft min.
Common open space
100 sf min.1
area per unit
Miscellaneous
The common open space requirement may be met by
providing open space on the ground floor, upper floors,
and the roof.
No private open space per residential unit is required.
Common open space may also be provided in compliance
with LVMC Section 19.09.090 (Civic Space Standards) if
civic space is provided on the lot.
Note:
1
Or 5% of lot area, whichever is greater

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.010 T5 Maker Zone (T5-M)

19.09.050.E.010 T5 Maker Zone (T5-M)

A. General Intent B. Sub-Zone


The intent of the T5 Maker Zone is to None
maximize the opportunities created by medium and C. Lot Size
high-intensity walkable urban environments. This zone
No width, depth or area standards are included for the
is well connected to transportation infrastructure and
T5-M Zone. Min. lot sizes may be determined based on
accommodates a variety of new and repurposed
the min. and max. building width and depth standards
building types that can host residential, retail, office,
for the building types established in Table D (Building
and service uses while providing for centrally located
Types).
employment sites. The diverse mix of uses supports
active transportation commuting modes and a lively
24-hour neighborhood during both work and non-work
hours. Specialized uses in this Zone can be categorized
as downtown light industrial, and utilize performance
measures and conditions to ensure compatibility
between the different Use Types. The following form
elements are generally appropriate in this Zone:
Attached
Medium to Large lot width
Large footprint and lot coverage
Simple wall plane along the street
Buildings placed at or near the edge of right-of-way
Diverse mix of frontages, mostly Shopfront
Small to no setbacks
Min. 1 to max. 5 stories

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19.09.050.E.010 T5 Maker Zone (T5-M) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Lined Building

Side Street
Side Street
C
G K

B
I
A A

Street Street
Secondary Wing
Key for Diagrams Key for Diagram
Lot Line Building Line Lot Line Building Line
Buildable Area Courtyard Area Interior Building Exterior Building

D. Building Types D. Building Types (cont.)


Main Building Secondary Additional Standards for a Lined Building
Body Wing Dimensions - Exterior Building
Building Type Width Depth Width Depth Length 400 ft max.1,2 G
(max.) (max.) (max.) (max.)
Width 300 ft max. 1,2
H
A B C D
Depth (from front of 30 ft min.
Flex Mid-Rise 200 ft1 175 ft1 75 ft 100 ft I
building)
Flex Low Rise 150 ft1 150 ft 60 ft 60 ft Dimensions - Interior Building
Multi-plex: Large 100 ft 75 ft 20 ft 30 ft Width 180 ft max. J
Loft 175 ft1 -- 30 ft 30 ft Depth 230 ft max. K
Live/Work 28 ft 36 ft 16 ft 18 ft Notes:
Rowhouse 18-36 ft 45 ft -- -- 1
Or the max. length of the block.
2
Buildings wider than 150 ft must be designed to read as a series of
Lined Building Refer to building dimensions in
buildings no wider than 100 ft each.
Subsection D (Building Types,
Additional Standards for a Lined Miscellaneous
Building) Building height must comply with the height standards
Accessory -- -- -- -- defined in the Zone.
Structure2 Allowed frontage types are described in Table G
Miscellaneous (Frontages).
The floorplate of any floor must not be larger than that of The side of an interior building exposed to a street or civic
the floor below, except if an arcade frontage type is used. space must be lined by the exterior building.
Notes: Access Standards
1
Buildings wider than 150 ft must be designed to read as a series of Ground floor units facing a street or alley must be
buildings no wider than 100 ft each. accessed from the street or alley by an allowed frontage
2
The total GFA of all Accessory Dwelling Units and Accessory type.
Structures cannot exceed 60% of the GFA of the primary structure.
Vehicle access to the interior building must be from an
alley or a min. of 150 ft from an intersection if no alley is
Key for Tables present.
-- No Requirement

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.010 T5 Maker Zone (T5-M)

Side Street
N M
P
S

R
T Q

Street
Street Bui
Key for Diagrams
Lot Line Building Setback Line
Buildable Area Facade Zone

E. Building Placement F. Building Form Standards


Setback Distance Corner Interior Building Height Stories P
Front1,2 Rear1,3,4
(Distance from Side Side1,3,4 Primary Building 1 min. - 5 max.
ROW/Lot Line) L M N O Accessory Building 4 max.
Primary Building Primary Building
Min. 5 ft 5 ft 0 ft 0 ft Ground Floor Finish Level1,2 Q
Max. 10 ft 15 ft 10 ft -- Height above curb
Primary Building Facade within Facade Zone Residential 1.50 ft min.
Front (min.) 70% All other uses 2 ft max.
Side Street (min.) 50% Ground floor lobbies and common areas in multi-unit
Miscellaneous buildings may have a ≤ 0.50 ft ground floor finish level.
A building form with a chamfered corner is only allowed on Floor-to-Ceiling
corner lots and only if a corner entry is provided. Ground floor 14 ft min. R
Notes: Upper floors 9 ft min. S
1
Additional setback and/or easement may be required where street
Footprint 3
ROW or a utility easement is needed.
2
Sidewalk must be extended into the facade zone to meet the Lot coverage 90% max.
building. Depth
3
Buildings and structures located < 5 feet from a property line must Ground floor
comply with all applicable Building and Fire Code requirements. 30 ft min. T
space
4
Where building elevations include balconies or windows, a minimum
Notes:
of 10 feet setback distance from the balcony or window edge to the 1
Buildings existing at the time of adoption of the Form-Based Code
property side and rear lot line is required.
and additions to those buildings that are less than 50% of the
existing gross floor area are exempt.
2
Primary buildings located on lots sloping down and away from the
street are exempt.
3
Independently by lot coverage requirements, all buildings must still
meet setback requirements as per 19.09.050.E.E.

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Side Street
W V

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Encroachment

G. Frontages H. Encroachments into Facade Zone


Private Frontage Corner Corner Interior
Front Standards Front Rear
Type Side Encroachment Side Side
(max.) (max.)
Arcade A A 19.09.070.D Type (max.) (max.)
Forecourt A A 19.09.070.G U V W X
Gallery A A 19.09.070.H Frontage Type
Shopfront A A 19.09.070.K Arcade1
Terrace A A 19.09.070.M Gallery1
Dooryard A A 19.09.070.F Shopfront: 10 ft 10 ft -- --
awning, balcony1,
Pedestrian Access
bay window, or
Pedestrian entrances must be provided at least every 80 projecting shade
feet along the ground floor primary street facade and the structure
side street facade.
Upper floor
Miscellaneous 6 ft 6 ft 5 ft 5 ft
balconies2
For non-residential uses, loading docks, overhead doors, Architectural
and other service entries must be screened and must be 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft
Features
located to the rear or on side street facades.
Signage A A -- --
Driveways A 3
A 3
-- A
Miscellaneous
Key for Tables
Encroachments are allowed into the facade zone,
-- No Requirement
and except for an arcade, gallery, or balconies and in
A Allowed conjunction with an encroachment agreement, they are
not allowed within a street ROW, alley ROW, or across a
lot line.
Notes:
1
May encroach into the street ROW to within 2 ft of the face of the
curb, subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
2
May encroach into the street ROW up to a maximum of 5 ft,
subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
3
Only allowed when there is no alternative access from the rear.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.010 T5 Maker Zone (T5-M)

I. Use Types I. Use Types (cont.)


Use Type T5-M Use Type T5-M
Residential Urban Agriculture
Assisted Living Apartment P Community Garden P
Community Residence P
Convalescent Care Facility/Nursing Home P Notes:
Land use types are defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18 (Definitions
Downtown Residential P
and Measures). Individual land use types that are included within a
Home Occupation P general land use type (e.g. Downtown Retail or Downtown Services)
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly are also defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18.
Church/House of Worship P If a use is not listed in this table, it is not allowed in the T5-M Zone,
except that as allowed under LVMC Section 19.12.100 (Similar and
Park, Playground, or Open Space P
Prohibited Uses) the Director may determine that a use not listed in
Public or Private School (Primary or Secondary) S Table I. is allowed if it is listed in LVMC Section 19.12.010 (Land Use
Retail Trade Tables) and the use supports the purpose and intent of the Zone
Beer/Wine/Cooler Cultural Establishment; and is consistent with the goals and policies of the Downtown Master
Beer/Wine/Cooler On- and Off-Sale Plan.
S Refer to LVMC Section 19.12.070 (Permissible Use Descriptions
Establishment; or Beer/Wine/Cooler Off-Sale
Establishment and Applicable Conditions and Requirements) for the standards
applicable to specific uses.
Beer/Wine/Cooler On-Sale Establishment C
Downtown Retail 1
P 1
Except Pet Shop, Secondhand Dealer, and Thrift Shop are allowed
Commercial, Other than Listed S as Conditional Uses (C).
Liquor Establishment (Tavern); Lounge Bar; or
2
The conditions for all individual uses that are grouped under the
S Downtown Industrial are replaced by the following conditions: 1) All
Urban Lounge
work shall be performed within a completely enclosed building; 2)
Mixed-Use P
There shall be no audible or noticeable indication of a manufacturing
Restaurant P operation outside the building, and no noticeable smoke or foreign
Restaurant with Alcohol; or Restaurant with matter emitted; 3) Outdoor storage is only allowed as accessory
C
Service Bar to the principal use and shall not be visible from the right-of-way
Employment and Services and adjacent properties; 4) Work equipment larger than 60 cubic
feet shall not be visible from the right-of-way; and 5) All hazardous
Downtown Industrial2 C
materials resulting from the repair, storage, or dismantling of
Downtown Services 3
P vehicles shall be properly stored and removed from the premises in
Laboratory, Medical or Dental P a timely manner. Storage, use and removal of toxic substances, solid
Office, Medical or Dental; or Office, Other Than waste pollution and flammable liquids, particularly gasoline, paints,
P
Listed solvents and thinners, shall conform to all applicable Federal, State,
and local regulations.
Social Service Provider C
3
Except Massage, Accessory is allowed as an Accessory Use (A), and
Telecommunication Facilities
Check Cashing Service, Limited is allowed as a Conditional Use (C).
Mounted Antenna Over 15 ft (Ultimate Height); 4
Except a Temporary Real Estate Sales Office is allowed as a
Wireless Communication Facility, Non-Stealth Conditional Use (C).
S
Design (Not Qualifying for Conditional Use
Approval)
Key
Wireless Communication Facility, Stealth
P Use is allowed as a principal use by right.
Design or Non-Stealth Design (Qualifying for C
Conditional Use Approval) C Use is allowed in accordance with the conditions
specified in LVMC Section 19.12.040 for conditional
Other
uses.
Emergency Ambulance Services, Ground P
S Use is allowed as a principal use only after first
Government Facility P obtaining a Special Use Permit as specified in LVMC
Helipad S Section 19.16.110.
Parking Facility P T Use is allowed with a Temporary Commercial Permit
Public Services, Minor C as specified in LVMC Section 19.16.160.
Temporary Uses4 T -- Use is not allowed.

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BB

Side Street
AA Z

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Parking Area

J. Parking Standards K. Required Street Trees


Corner Interior Infill or Replacement Street Trees Min. No. Trees
Setback from Lot Front1 Rear
Side1 Side Addition, Renovation, or New Building1
Line (min.)
Y Z AA BB < 5,000 sf 2
Ground Floor 40 ft 10 ft 0 ft 0 ft ≥ 5,000 sf - < 10,000 sf 4
Upper Floor 40 ft 40 ft 0 ft 0 ft ≥ 10,000 sf - < 20,000 sf 8
Parking Driveway One-way Two-way ≥ 20,000 sf As required
Width 12 ft min. - 14 ft 32 ft min. - 34 ft along all street
max. max. frontages
Miscellaneous Miscellaneous
Where feasible, driveways must be shared between All street trees must be planted in accordance with the
adjacent parcels. species as listed in LVMC Section 19.09.040 (Specific to
Districts) and the planting requirements of LVMC Section
No new surface parking lots are allowed adjacent to
19.04.060 (Amenity Zone). Where differences occur, the
primary or side street frontages.
provisions of 19.09.040 shall apply.
Covered parking in parking areas established before
All street trees must be planted and maintained to avoid
the effective date is allowed with a setback of 10 ft to a
conflicts with large trucks and fire/emergency vehicles.
primary street or side street.
The min. canopy clearance at maturity is 14 ft.
When a lot has an adjoining side street, parking must be
Note:
accessed only from the side street. 1
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.020.D (Applicability)
Required Parking
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.100.G (Parking Standards)
for vehicular and bicycle parking standards.
Required parking may be reduced as set forth in LVMC
Section 19.18.030.D.4 (Parking Alternatives).
Note:
1
No vehicle parking in the front or corner side yard is allowed.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.010 T5 Maker Zone (T5-M)

L. Required Open Space


Common Open Space
Width 20 ft min.
Depth 20 ft min.
Common open space
100 sf min.1
area per unit
Miscellaneous
The common open space requirement may be met by
providing open space on the ground floor, upper floors,
and the roof.
No private open space per residential unit is required.
Common open space may also be provided in compliance
with LVMC Section 19.09.090 (Civic Space Standards) if
civic space is provided on the lot.
Note:
1
Or 5% of lot area, whichever is greater

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19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C)

A. General Intent B. Sub-Zone


The T5 Corridor Zone is intended to enhance the City’s None
existing corridors by allowing a wide variety of building
types to accommodate a range of commercial, retail,
C. Lot Size
office, and service uses in small to large footprint
buildings along major arterial corridors carrying high No width, depth or area standards are included for the
volumes of traffic. With the future development of T5-C Zone. Min. lot sizes may be determined based on
Bus Rapid Transit or Light Rail transportation options, the min. and max. building width and depth standards
these corridors, such as the Multi-Functional Spine or for the building types established in Table D (Building
Iconic/Ceremonial Corridors, supported by this Zone Types).
will likely transition to a more urban and walkable built
environment with residential uses behind or above
the commercial uses. The following form elements are
generally appropriate in this Zone:
Attached
Medium to large lot width
Large footprint and lot coverage
Buildings placed at or near the edge of right-of-way
Mix of building frontages, but mostly Shopfront
Small setbacks
Min. 2 to max. 7 stories

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C)

Courtyard Building

Side Street

Side Street
C
F
E

B
A A

Street Street
Secondary Wing
Key for Diagrams
Lot Line Building Line
Buildable Area Courtyard Area

D. Building Types D. Building Types (cont.)


Main Building Secondary Depth 50 ft min.; 100 ft max. F
Body Wing Percentage of width
50% max.
Building Type Width Depth Width Depth of building
(max.) (max.) (max.) (max.) Total Area 400 sf min.
A B C D A minimum of two courtyard edges must be defined by
Flex High-Rise 380 ft1 200 ft1 75 ft 100 ft the building.
Flex Mid-Rise 200 ft1 175 ft1 40 ft 75 ft Courtyard edges not defined by the building must be
Lined Building Refer to dimensions in defined by a wall min. 3 ft/max. 5 ft in height.
Subsection D (Additional The proportions and orientation of courtyards must
Standards for a Lined Building) be carefully considered for solar orientation and user
Flex Low-Rise 90 ft 150 ft 40 ft 40 ft comfort.

Courtyard Building 90 ft 150 ft 40 ft 100 ft Access Standards

Multi-plex: Large 90 ft 70 ft 20 ft 30 ft Access to the building must be from the street or from
the courtyard.
Live/Work2 28 ft 36 ft 16 ft 18 ft
Each unit (residential or commercial) may have an
Accessory Structure 3
-- -- -- --
individual entry from the courtyard.
Miscellaneous
Multiple courtyards must be connected through and
The floorplate of any floor must not be larger than that of between buildings
the floor below, except if an arcade frontage type is used.
Courtyards must be accessible from the primary street.
Additional Standards for a Courtyard Building Notes:
Dimensions - Courtyard(s) 1
Buildings wider than 150 ft must be designed to read as a series
Width 20 ft min.; 100 ft max. E of buildings no wider than 100 ft each.
2
Must be built with a minimum of 2 units attached together. Max.
Width-to-Height
1:2 min.; 2:1 max. width of all attached buildings must not exceed 150 ft.
Ratio4
3
The total GFA of all Accessory Dwelling Units and Accessory
Structures cannot exceed 10% of the GFA of the primary structure.
Key for Tables 4
Building height must comply with the height standards defined for
-- No Requirement the Zone.

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19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Side Street
I H

Street Bui
Key for Diagrams
Lot Line Building Setback Line
Buildable Area Facade Zone

D. Building Types (cont.) E. Building Placement


Additional Standards for a Lined Building Setback Distance Corner Interior
Front1,2 Rear3,4
Dimensions - Exterior Building (Distance from Side1 Side3,4
Length 400 ft max.1,2 G ROW/Lot Line) G H I J
Width 300 ft max. 1,2
H Primary Building
Depth (from front of 30 ft min. Min. 5 ft 5 ft 0 ft 0 ft
I
building) Max. 10 ft 10 ft 10 ft --
Dimensions - Interior Building Primary Building Facade within Facade Zone
Width 180 ft max. J Front (min.) 80%
Depth 230 ft max. K Side Street (min.) 65%
Notes: Miscellaneous
1
Or the max. length of the block.
A building form with a chamfered corner is only allowed
2
Buildings wider than 150 ft must be designed to read as a series
on corner lots and only if a corner entry is provided.
of buildings no wider than 100 ft each.
Notes:
1
Additional setback and/or easement may be required where street
ROW or a utility easement is needed.
2
Sidewalk must be extended into the setback area to meet the
building.
3
Buildings and structures located < 5 feet from a property line must
comply with all applicable Building and Fire Code requirements.
4
Where building elevations include balconies or windows, a
minimum of 10 feet setback distance from the balcony or window
edge to the property side and rear lot line is required.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C)

K
N

M
L
O

Street

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Building Setback Line
Buildable Area Facade Zone

2
The residential adjacency standards established in LVMC
F. Building Form Standards
Section19.08.040.H (Residential Adjacency Standards) will apply.
Building Height Stories K 3
Buildings existing at the time of adoption of the Form-Based Code
Primary Building 2 min. - 7 max.1,2 and additions to those buildings that are less than 50% of the
Accessory Building 2 max. existing gross floor area are exempt.
4
Primary buildings located on lots sloping down and away from the
Primary Building
street are exempt.
Ground Floor Finish Level3,4 L 5
Independently by lot coverage requirements, all buildings must still
Height above curb meet setback requirements as per 19.09.050.E.E.
Residential 1.50 ft min.
G. Frontages
Service or Retail
0.50 ft max. Private Frontage Corner
uses Front Standards
Type Side
Ground floor lobbies and common areas in multi-unit
Arcade A A 19.09.070.D
buildings may have a ≤ 0.50 ft ground floor finish level.
Forecourt A A 19.09.070.G
Floor-to-Ceiling
Gallery A A 19.09.070.H
Ground floor 14 ft min. M
Shopfront A A 19.09.070.K
Upper floors 9 ft min. N
Terrace 1
A A 19.09.070.M
Footprint5
Pedestrian Access
Lot coverage
Pedestrian entrances must be provided at least every 50
Mixed-use with
95% max. ft along the ground floor primary street facade and the
residential uses
side street facade.
All other uses 85% max.
Miscellaneous
Depth
For non-residential uses, loading docks, overhead doors,
Ground floor space 30 ft min. O and other service entries must be screened and must be
Notes:
located to the rear or on side street facades.
1
Max. 10 stories allowed for only the Flex High-Rise Building Type Note:
subject to Major Site Development Plan Review (Refer to LVMC
1
Allowed only when necessary to accommodate a grade change.
Section 19.16.100.G (Major Review of Site Development Plans).

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19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Side Street
R Q

Street

Encroac
Key for Diagram
Lot Line Building Line
Encroachment

H. Encroachments into Facade Zone Notes:


Corner Interior
1
May encroach into the street ROW to within 2 ft of the face of the
Front Rear curb, subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
Encroachment Side Side
(max.) (max.) 2
May encroach into the street ROW up to a maximum of 5 ft,
Type (max.) (max.)
subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
P Q R S 3
Only allowed when there is no alternative access from the rear.
Frontage Type
Arcade1
Gallery1
Shopfront: 10 ft 10 ft -- --
awning, balcony1,
bay window, or
projecting shade
structure
Upper floor
6 ft 6 ft 5 ft 5 ft
balconies2
Architectural
3 ft 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft
Features
Signage A A -- --
Driveways3 A3 A3 -- A
Miscellaneous
Encroachments are allowed into the facade zone, and
except for an arcade, gallery, or upper floor balconies
Key for Tables
and in conjunction with an encroachment agreement,
they are not allowed within a street ROW, alley ROW, or -- No Requirement
across a lot line. A Allowed

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C)

I. Use Types I. Use Types (cont.)


Use Type T5-C Use Type T5-C
Residential Social Services Provider C
Accessory Structure P Telecommunication Facilities
Assisted Living Apartment P Mounted Antenna Over 15 ft (Ultimate Height);
Community Residence C Wireless Communication Facility, Non-Stealth
S
Design (Not Qualifying for Conditional Use
Convalescent Care Facility/Nursing Home P
Approval)
Downtown Residential P
Wireless Communication Facility, Stealth Design or
Home Occupation P Non-Stealth Design (Qualifying for Conditional Use C
Hospice P Approval)
Senior Citizen Apartments P Other
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly Emergency Ambulance Services, Ground P
Museum, Art Display, or Art Sales (Private) P Government Facility P
Church/House of Worship P Parking Facility P
College, University, or Seminary P Public Services, Minor C
Commercial Recreation/Amusement, Indoor P Temporary Uses 3
T
Community Recreation Facility, Public P Urban Agriculture
Park, Playground, or Open Space P Community Garden P
Private Club, Lodge, or Fraternal Organization P
Public or Private School (Primary or Secondary) S Notes:
Trade School P Land use types are defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18 (Definitions
and Measures). Individual land use types that are included within a
Retail Trade
general land use type (e.g. Downtown Retail or Downtown Services)
Beer/Wine/Cooler Cultural Establishment; Beer/ are also defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18.
Wine/Cooler On- and Off-Sale Establishment; If a use is not listed in this table, it is not allowed in the T5-C Zone;
S
Beer/Wine/Cooler Off-Sale Establishment, or Beer/ except that as allowed under LVMC Section 19.12.100 (Similar and
Wine/Cooler On-Sale Establishment Prohibited Uses) the Director may determine that a use not listed
Downtown Retail1 P in Table I. is allowed if it is listed in LVMC Section 19.12.010 (Land
Grocery Store with Alcohol Sales C Use Tables) and the use supports the purpose and intent of the
Zone and is consistent with the goals and policies of the Downtown
Liquor Establishment (Tavern); Lounge Bar; Urban
S Master Plan.
Lounge; or Package Liquor Off-Sale Establishment
Refer to LVMC Section 19.12.070 (Permissible Use Descriptions
Mixed-Use P and Applicable Conditions and Requirements) for the standards
Restaurant P applicable to specific uses.
Restaurant with Alcohol; or Restaurant with
1
Except Pet Shop, Secondhand Dealer, and Thrift Shop are allowed
C as Conditional Uses (C).
Service Bar
2
Except Massage, Accessory is allowed as an Accessory Use (A) and
Employment & Services
Check Cashing Service, Limited is allowed as a Conditional Use (C).
Blood Plasma Donor Center P 3
Except a Temporary Real Estate Sales Office is allowed as a
Clinic P Conditional Use (C).
Downtown Services 2
P Key
Financial Services Institution, Specified S P Use is allowed as a principal use by right.
Hospital P C Use is allowed in accordance with the conditions
Hotel, Motel or Hotel Suites S specified in LVMC Section 19.12.040 for conditional
Hotel, Residence P uses.

Individual Care Center P S Use is allowed as a principal use only after first
obtaining a Special Use Permit as specified in LVMC
Laboratory, Medical or Dental P
Section 19.16.110.
Massage Establishment S
T Use is allowed with a Temporary Commercial Permit
Office, Medical or Dental; or Office, Other Than as specified in LVMC Section 19.16.160.
P
Listed
-- Use is not allowed.

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19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Side Street
V U

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Parking Area

J. Parking Standards K. Required Street Trees


Corner Interior Infill or Replacement Street Trees Min. No. Trees
Setback from Lot Front1 Rear
Side1 Side Addition, Renovation, or New Building1
Line (min.)
T U V W < 1,000 sf --
Ground Floor 40 ft 10 ft 0 ft 0 ft ≥ 1,000 sf - < 2,500 sf 2
Upper Floor 40 ft 40 ft 10 ft 0 ft ≥ 2,500 sf 4
Parking Driveway One-way Two-way Miscellaneous
Width 12 ft min. - 14 ft 32 ft min. - 34 ft All street trees must be planted in accordance with the
max. max. species as listed in LVMC Section 19.09.040 (Specific to
Miscellaneous Districts) and the planting requirements of LVMC Section
Driveways may be shared between adjacent parcels. 19.04.060 (Amenity Zone). Where differences occur, the
provisions of 19.09.040 shall apply.
No new surface parking lots are allowed next to primary
or side street frontages. All street trees must be planted and maintained to avoid
conflicts with large trucks and fire/emergency vehicles.
When a lot has an adjoining secondary street, parking
The min. canopy clearance at maturity is 14 ft.
must be accessed only from the secondary street.
Note:
Required Parking 1
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.020.D (Applicability).
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.100.G (Parking Standards)
for vehicular and bicycle parking standards. Key for Tables
Required parking may be reduced as set forth in LVMC -- No Requirement
Section 19.18.030.D.4 (Parking Alternatives).
Note:
1
No vehicle parking in the front or corner side yard is allowed.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.012 T5 Corridor Zone (T5-C)

L. Required Open Space


Common Open Space
Width 15 ft min.
Depth 15 ft min.
Common open space
250 sf min.1
area per unit
Miscellaneous
The common open space requirement may be met by
providing open space on the ground floor, upper floors,
and the roof.
No private open space per residential unit is required.
Common open space may also be provided in compliance
with LVMC Section 19.09.090 (Civic Space Standards) if
civic space is provided on the lot.
Note:
1
Or 5% of lot area, whichever is greater.

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19.09.050.E.016 T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.050.E.016 T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS)

A. General Intent B. Sub-Zone


The intent of the T5 Main Street Zone is to provide None
a compact and walkable urban environment with
building types that can accommodate a diverse range
C. Lot Size
of professional office, service, and retail uses, as well as
residential uses on the upper floors of buildings. A range No width, depth or area standards are included for the
of building types allows for a majority of active pedestrian T5-MS Zone. Min. lot sizes may be determined based on
street facades supported by required retail frontages on the min. and max. building width and depth standards
multiple streets. Parking is typically provided in multi- for the building types established in Table D (Building
story garages, which if placed next to a street frontage, Types).
are lined with active retail/service uses. The flexible
nature of the building types is intended to encourage
revitalization and investment. The following form
elements are generally appropriate in this Zone:
Attached
Large lot width
Large footprint and lot coverage
Simple wall plane along the street
Buildings placed at or near the edge of right-of-way
Diverse mix of building frontages, mostly Arcade, Gallery,
and Shopfront
Small to no setbacks
Min. 3 to max. 7 stories

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.016 T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS)

Courtyard Building

Side Street

Side Street
C
F
E

B
A A

Street Street
Secondary Wing
Key for Diagrams
Lot Line Building Line
Buildable Area Courtyard Area

D. Building Types D. Building Types (cont.)


Main Building Secondary Additional Standards for a Courtyard Building
Body Wing Dimensions - Courtyard(s)
Building Type Width Depth Width Depth Width 20 ft min.; 100 ft max. E
(max.) (max.) (max.) (max.)
Width-to-Height
A B C D 1:2 min.; 2:1 max.
Ratio3
Flex High-Rise 380 ft1 200 ft1 75 ft 100 ft Depth 50 ft min.; 100 ft max. F
Flex Mid-Rise 200 ft 1
175 ft 1
75 ft 100 ft Percentage of
50% max.
Flex Low-Rise 150 ft 150 ft 70 ft 70 ft width of building
Courtyard Building 175 ft1 175 ft1 40 ft -- Total Area 400 sf min.
Accessory A minimum of two courtyard edges must be defined by
-- -- -- --
Structure2 the building.
Lined Building Refer to building dimensions in Courtyard edges not defined by the building must be
Subsection D (Building Types, defined by a wall min. 3 ft/max. 5 ft in height.
Additional Standards for a Lined The proportions and orientation of courtyards must
Building) be carefully considered for solar orientation and user
Miscellaneous comfort.
The floorplate of any floor must not be larger than that of Access Standards
the floor below, except if an arcade frontage type is used. Access to the building must be from the street or from
Notes: the courtyard.
1
Buildings wider than 150 ft must be designed to read as a series Each unit (residential or commercial) may have an
of buildings no wider than 100 ft each. individual entry from the courtyard.
2
The total GFA of all Accessory Dwelling Units and Accessory
Multiple courtyards must be connected through and
Structures cannot exceed 20% of the GFA of the primary structure.
between buildings.
3
Building height must comply with the height standards defined for
the Zone. Courtyards must be accessible from the primary street.

Key for Tables


-- No Requirement

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19.09.050.E.016 T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Lined Building

Side Street
G K

Street
Liner Building
Key for Diagram
Lot Line Building Line
Interior Building Exterior Building

D. Building Types (cont.) D. Building Types (cont.)


Additional Standards for a Lined Building Miscellaneous
Dimensions - Exterior Building Building height must comply with the height standards
Length 400 ft max. 1
G defined in the Zone.
Width 300 ft max. 2
H Allowed frontage types are described in Table G
(Frontages).
Depth (from front 30 ft min.
I The side of an interior building exposed to a street or
of building)
civic space must be lined by the exterior building.
Dimensions - Interior Building
A forecourt or pocket plaza is required along the primary
Width 180 ft max. J
frontage or at a primary street corner.
Depth 230 ft max. K
Access Standards
Notes:
Ground floor units facing a street or alley must be
1
Or the max. length of the block.
accessed from the street or alley by an allowed frontage
2
Buildings wider than 150 ft must be designed to read as a series
type.
of buildings no wider than 100 ft each.
Vehicle access to the interior building must be from an
alley or a min. of 150 ft from an intersection if no alley is
present.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.016 T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS)

Side Street
N M
P
S

R
T Q

Street
Street Bui

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Building Setback Line
Buildable Area Facade Zone

E. Building Placement F. Building Form Standards


Setback Distance Corner Interior Building Height Stories P
Front1,2 Rear4
(Distance from Side1,2 Side3,4 Primary Building 2 min. - 7 max.
ROW/Lot Line) L M N O Accessory Building 2 max.
Primary Building Primary Building
Min. 5 ft 10 ft 0 ft3 5 ft Ground Floor Finish Level1,2 Q
Max. 10 ft 20 ft 15 -- Height above curb
Primary Building Facade within Facade Zone Residential 1.50 ft min.
Front (min.) 70% Service or Retail
0.50 ft max.
Side Street (min.) 60% uses
Miscellaneous Ground floor lobbies and common areas in multi-unit
A building form with a chamfered corner is only allowed buildings may have a ≤ 0.50 ft ground floor finish level.
on corner lots and only if a corner entry is provided. Floor-to-Ceiling
Notes: Ground floor 14 ft min. R
1
Additional setback and/or easement may be required where Upper floors 9 ft min. S
street ROW or a utility easement is needed.
Footprint3
2
Sidewalk must be extended into the setback area to meet the
building. Lot coverage 90% max.
3
Buildings and structures located < 5 feet from a property Depth
line must comply with all applicable Building and Fire Code Ground floor
requirements. 30 ft min. T
space
4
Where building elevations include balconies or windows, a
Notes:
minimum of 10 feet setback distance from the balcony or window 1
Buildings existing at the time of adoption of the Form-Based Code
edge to the property side and rear lot line is required.
and additions to those buildings that are less than 50% of the
existing gross floor area are exempt.
Key for Tables 2
Primary buildings located on lots sloping down and away from the
-- No Requirement street are exempt.
3
Independently by lot coverage requirements, all buildings must
still meet setback requirements as per 19.09.050.E.E.

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19.09.050.E.016 T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Side Street
W V

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Encroachment

G. Frontages H. Encroachments into Facade Zone


Private Frontage Corner Corner Interior
Front Standards Front Rear
Type Side Encroachment Side Side
(max.) (max.)
Arcade A A 19.09.070.D Type (max.) (max.)
Dooryard A A 19.09.070.F U V W X
Forecourt A A 19.09.070.G Frontage Type
Gallery A A 19.09.070.H Arcade1
Shopfront A A 19.09.070.K Gallery1
Stoop A A 19.09.070.L Shopfront: 10 ft 10 ft -- --
awning, balcony1,
Terrace 1
A A 19.09.070.M
bay window, or
Pedestrian Access projecting shade
Pedestrian entrances must be provided at least every 50 structure
ft along the ground floor primary street facade and the Upper floor
side street facade. 6 ft 6 ft 5 ft 5 ft
balconies2
Miscellaneous Architectural
3 ft 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft
For non-residential uses, loading docks, overhead doors, Features
and other service entries must be screened and must be Signage A A -- --
located to the rear or on side street facades.
Driveways 3
A 3
A 3
-- --
Note:
Miscellaneous
1
Allowed only when necessary to accommodate a grade change.
Encroachments are allowed into the facade zone,
and except for an arcade, gallery, or balconies and in
conjunction with an encroachment agreement, they are
Key for Tables not allowed within a street ROW, alley ROW, or across a
lot line.
-- No Requirement
Notes:
A Allowed 1
May encroach into the street ROW to within 2 ft of the face of the
curb, subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
2
May encroach into the street ROW up to a maximum of 5 ft,
subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
3
Only allowed when there is no alternative access from the rear.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.016 T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS)

I. Use Types I. Use Types (cont.)


Use Type T5-MS Use Type T5-MS
Residential Telecommunication Facilities
Accessory Structure P Mounted Antenna Over 15 ft (Ultimate Height);
Assisted Living Apartment P Wireless Communication Facility, Non-Stealth
S
Design (Not Qualifying for Conditional Use
Community Residence P
Approval)
Convalescent Care Facility/Nursing Home P
Wireless Communication Facility, Stealth
Downtown Residential P Design or Non-Stealth Design (Qualifying for C
Home Occupation P Conditional Use Approval)
Hospice P Other
Senior Citizen Apartments P Emergency Ambulance Services, Ground S
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly Government Facility P
Museum, Art Display, or Art Sales (Private) P Parking Facility P
Church/House of Worship P Public Services, Minor C
College, University, or Seminary P Temporary Uses3 T
Commercial Recreation/Amusement, Indoor P Urban Agriculture
Community Recreational Facility (Public) P Community Garden P
Park, Playground, or Open Space P Notes:
Private Club, Lodge, or Fraternal Organization P Land use types are defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18 (Definitions
and Measures). Individual land use types that are included within a
Public or Private School (Primary or Secondary) S
general land use type (e.g. Downtown Retail or Downtown Services)
Trade School P are also defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18.
Retail Trade If a use is not listed in this table, it is not allowed in the T5-MS Zone;
Beer/Wine/Cooler Cultural Establishment; except that as allowed under LVMC Section 19.12.100 (Similar and
Beer/Wine/Cooler On- and Off-Sale Prohibited Uses) the Director may determine that a use not listed
S in Table I. is allowed if it is listed in LVMC Section 19.12.010 (Land
Establishment; or Beer/Wine/Cooler Off-Sale
Establishment Use Tables) and the use supports the purpose and intent of the
Zone and is consistent with the goals and policies of the Downtown
Beer/Wine/Cooler On-Sale Establishment C
Master Plan.
Downtown Retail1 P Refer to LVMC Section 19.12.070 (Permissible Use Descriptions
Grocery Store with Alcohol Sales C and Applicable Conditions and Requirements) for the standards
Liquor Establishment (Tavern); Lounge Bar; or applicable to specific uses.
S 1
Except Pet Shop, Secondhand Dealer, and Thrift Shop are allowed
Urban Lounge
as Conditional Uses (C).
Mixed-Use P 2
Except Massage, Accessory is allowed as an Accessory Use (A) and
Package Liquor Off-Sale Establishment S Check Cashing Service, Limited is allowed as a Conditional Use (C).
Restaurant P 3
Except a Temporary Real Estate Sales Office is allowed as a
Restaurant with Alcohol; or Restaurant with Conditional Use (C).
P
Service Bar
Employment & Services Key
Blood Plasma Donor Center S P Use is allowed as a principal use by right.
Clinic P C Use is allowed in accordance with the conditions
Downtown Services2 P specified in LVMC Section 19.12.040 for conditional
Hospital C uses.
Hotel, Motel or Hotel Suites S S Use is allowed as a principal use only after first
obtaining a Special Use Permit as specified in LVMC
Hotel, Residence S
Section 19.16.110.
Laboratory, Medical or Dental P
T Use is allowed with a Temporary Commercial Permit
Marijuana Dispensary S as specified in LVMC Section 19.16.160.
Office, Medical or Dental; or Office, Other Than -- Use is not allowed.
P
Listed

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BB

Side Street
AA Z

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Parking Area

J. Parking Standards K. Required Street Trees


Corner Interior Infill or Replacement Street Trees Min. No. Trees
Setback from Lot Front1 Rear
Side1 Side Addition, Renovation, or New Building1
Line (min.)
Y Z AA BB < 2,500 sf --
Ground Floor 40 ft 10 ft 0 ft 0 ft ≥ 2,500 sf - < 5,000 sf 2
Upper Floor 40 ft 40 ft 0 ft 0 ft ≥ 5,000 sf - < 10,000 sf 4
Parking Driveway One-way Two-way ≥ 10,000 sf As required
Width 12 ft min. - 14 ft 32 ft min. - 34 ft along all street
max. max. frontages
Miscellaneous Miscellaneous
Where feasible, driveways must be shared between All street trees must be planted in accordance with the
adjacent parcels. species as listed in LVMC Section 19.09.040 (Specific to
When a lot has an adjoining secondary street, parking Districts) and the planting requirements of LVMC Section
must be accessed only from the secondary street. 19.04.060 (Amenity Zone). Where differences occur, the
provisions of 19.09.040 shall apply.
Required Parking
All street trees must be planted and maintained to avoid
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.100.G (Parking Standards)
conflicts with large trucks and fire/emergency vehicles.
for vehicular and bicycle parking standards.
The min. canopy clearance at maturity is 14 ft.
Required parking may be reduced as set forth in LVMC
Note:
Section 19.18.030.D.4 (Parking Alternatives). 1
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.020.D (Applicability).
Note:
1
No vehicle parking in the front or corner side yard is allowed. Key for Tables
-- No Requirement

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.016 T5 Main Street Zone (T5-MS)

L. Required Open Space


Common Open Space
Width 20 ft min.
Depth 20 ft min.
Common open space
100 sf min.1
area per unit
Miscellaneous
The common open space requirement may be met by
providing open space on the ground floor, upper floors,
and the roof.
No private open space per residential unit is required.
Common open space may also be provided in compliance
with LVMC Section 19.09.090 (Civic Space Standards) if
civic space is provided on the lot.
Note:
1
Or 5% of lot area, whichever is greater.

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19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N)

A. General Intent B. Sub-Zone


The intent of the T5 Neighborhood Zone is to provide None
a compact urban form that accommodates a variety
of urban housing choices, including small footprint/
C. Lot Size
low density building types to medium/large footprint
building types, as well as limited retail and services No width, depth or area standards are included for the
uses. This Zone reinforces the walkable nature of T5-N Zone. Min. lot sizes may be determined based on
the neighborhood, supports neighborhood-serving the min. and max. building width and depth standards
commercial and service uses adjacent to this Zone, and for the building types established in Table D (Building
supports public transportation alternatives. The following Types).
form elements are generally appropriate in this Zone:
Attached or detached
Medium to large lot width
Medium to large footprint and lot coverage
Buildings placed at or near the edge of right-of-way
Diverse mix of building frontages, but primarily Arcade,
Dooryard, Forecourt, Shopfront, or Terrace
Medium setbacks
Min. 2 to max. 5 stories

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N)

Side Street
C

B
A A

Street
Secondary Wing
Key for Diagram
Lot Line Building Line
Buildable Area

D. Building Types D. Building Types (cont.)


Main Building Secondary Miscellaneous
Body Wing The floorplate of any floor must not be larger than that of
Building Type Width Depth Width Depth the floor below, except if an arcade frontage type is used.
(max.) (max.) (max.) (max.) Notes:
A B C D 1
Buildings wider than 150 ft must be designed to read as a series
of buildings no wider than 100 ft each.
Courtyard Building 175 ft1 175 ft1 40 ft --
2
The shared courtyard must be accessible from the primary street
Flex Mid-Rise 170 ft 1
175 ft 1
60 ft 60 ft and the entrance to each bungalow must be from the shared
Flex Low-Rise 150 ft 150 ft 60 ft 60 ft courtyard.
Multi-plex: Large 100 ft 75 ft 20 ft 30 ft 3
Must be built with a minimum of 2 units attached together. Max.
width of all attached buildings must not exceed 150 ft.
Multi-plex: Small 50 ft 50 ft 20 ft 20 ft
4
The total GFA of all Accessory Dwelling Units and Accessory
Duplex, Side-by-side 48 ft -- -- --
Structures cannot exceed 20% of the GFA of the primary structure.
Duplex, Front-and-
36 ft -- 20 ft 22 ft
Back
Duplex, Stacked 36 ft -- 20 ft 22 ft
18 - 36
Rowhouse 45 ft -- --
ft
Bungalow Court2 32 ft 26 ft -- --
Live/Work3 28 ft 36 ft 16 ft 18 ft
Accessory Dwelling
36 ft 32 ft -- --
Unit4
Accessory Structure4 36 ft 32 ft -- --

Key for Tables


-- No Requirement

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19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Courtyard Building

Side Street
F
E

Street

Courtyard Building
Key for Diagram
Lot Line Building Line
Buildable Area Courtyard Area

D. Building Types (cont.) D. Building Types (cont.)


Additional Standards for a Courtyard Building Additional Standards for a Courtyard Building (cont.)
Dimensions - Courtyard(s) Access Standards
Width 20 ft min.; 100 ft max. E Access to the building must be from the street or from
Width-to-Height the courtyard.
1:2 min.; 2:1 max.
Ratio5 Each unit (residential or commercial) may have an
Depth 50 ft min.; 100 ft max. F individual entry from the courtyard.
Percentage of width
50% max.
of building
Total Area 400 sf min.
A minimum of two courtyard edges must be defined by
the building.
Courtyard edges not defined by the building must be
defined by a wall min. 3 ft/max. 5 ft in height.
The proportions and orientation of courtyards must
be carefully considered for solar orientation and user
comfort.
Note:
5
Building height must comply with the height standards defined for
the Zone.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N)

Side Street
I H
K
N

M
L
O

Street
Street Bui
Key for Diagrams
Lot Line Building Setback Line
Buildable Area Facade Zone

E. Building Placement F. Building Form Standards


Setback Distance Corner Interior Building Height Stories K
Front1,2 Rear4
(Distance from Side1 Side3,4 Primary Building 2 min. - 5 max.
ROW/Lot Line) G H I J Accessory Building 2 max.
Primary Building Primary Building
Min. 5 ft 5 ft 0 ft 5 ft Ground Floor Finish Level1,2 L
Max. 15 ft 20 ft 30 ft -- Height above curb
Primary Building Facade within Facade Zone Residential 1.50 ft min.
Front (min.) 65% Service or Retail
0.50 ft max.
Side Street (min.) 50% uses
Miscellaneous Ground floor lobbies and common areas in multi-unit
A building form with a chamfered corner is only allowed buildings may have a ≤ 0.50 ft ground floor finish level.
on corner lots and only if a corner entry is provided. Floor-to-Ceiling
Notes: Ground floor
1
Additional setback and/or easement may be required where street (service or retail 14 ft min. M
ROW or a utility easement is needed. uses)
2
Sidewalk must be extended into the setback area to meet the Upper floors 8 ft min. N
building.
Footprint3
3
Buildings and structures located < 5 feet from a property line must
comply with all applicable Building and Fire Code requirements. Lot coverage 85% max.
4
Where building elevations include balconies or windows, a Depth
minimum of 10 feet setback distance from the balcony or window Ground floor space
edge to the property side and rear lot line is required. 30 ft min. O
retail/service space
Notes:
Key for Tables 1
Buildings existing at the time of adoption of the Form-Based Code
-- No Requirement and additions to those buildings that are less than 50% of the
existing gross floor area are exempt.
2
Primary buildings located on lots sloping down and away from the
street are exempt.
3
Independently by lot coverage requirements, all buildings must still
meet setback requirements as per 19.09.050.E.E.

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19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Side Street
R Q

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Encroachment

G. Frontages H. Encroachments into Facade Zone


Private Frontage Corner Corner Interior
Front Standards Front Rear
Type Side Encroachment Side Side
(max.) (max.)
Arcade A A 19.09.070.D Type (max.) (max.)
Common Yard A A 19.09.070.E P Q R S
Dooryard A A 19.09.070.F Frontage Type
Forecourt A A 19.09.070.G Arcade1
Gallery A A 19.09.070.H Gallery1
Shopfront A A 19.09.070.K Shopfront: 10 ft 10 ft -- --
awning, balcony1,
Stoop A A 19.09.070.L
bay window, or
Terrace 1
A A 19.09.070.M projecting shade
Pedestrian Access structure
For service and retail uses pedestrian entrances must Upper floor
6 ft 6 ft 5 ft 5 ft
be provided at least every 50 ft along the ground floor balconies2
primary street facade and the side street facade. Architectural
3 ft 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft
Miscellaneous Features
For non-residential uses, loading docks, overhead doors, Signage A A -- --
and other service entries must be screened and must be Driveways A3 A3 -- --
located to the rear or on side street facades.
Miscellaneous
Note:
Encroachments are allowed into the facade zone,
1
Allowed only when necessary to accommodate a grade change.
and except for an arcade, gallery, or balconies and in
conjunction with an encroachment agreement, they are
not allowed within a street ROW, alley ROW, or across a
lot line.
Notes:
1
May encroach into the street ROW to within 2 ft of the face of the
Key for Tables
curb, subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
-- No Requirement 2
May encroach into the street ROW up to a maximum of 5 ft,
A Allowed subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
3
Only allowed when there is no alternative access from the rear.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N)

I. Use Types I. Use Types (cont.)


Use Type T5-N Use Type T5-N
Residential Other
Accessory Dwelling Unit P Parking Facility P
Accessory Structure P Public Services, Minor C
Assisted Living Apartment P Temporary Uses 3
T
Community Residence P Urban Agriculture
Convalescent Care Facility/Nursing Home P Community Garden P
Downtown Residential P
Fraternity, Sorority House, or Private Dorms P Notes:
Land use types are defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18 (Definitions
Home Occupation P
and Measures). Individual land use types that are included within a
Hospice P general land use type (e.g. Downtown Retail or Downtown Services)
Individual Care – Family Home P are also defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18.
Individual Care - Group Home S If a use is not listed in this table, it is not allowed in the T5-N Zone;
except that as allowed under LVMC Section 19.12.100 (Similar and
Senior Citizen Apartments P
Prohibited Uses) the Director may determine that a use not listed
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly in Table I. is allowed if it is listed in LVMC Section 19.12.010 (Land
Museum, Art Display, or Art Sales (Private) P Use Tables) and the use supports the purpose and intent of the
Church/House of Worship P Zone and is consistent with the goals and policies of the Downtown
Master Plan.
Community Recreational Facility, Public P
Refer to LVMC Section 19.12.070 (Permissible Use Descriptions
Park, Playground, or Open Space P and Applicable Conditions and Requirements) for the standards
Public or Private School (Primary or applicable to specific uses.
S
Secondary)
Retail Trade
1
Except Pet Shop, Secondhand Dealer, and Thrift Shop are allowed
as Conditional Uses (C).
Downtown Retail 1
P 2
Except Massage, Accessory is allowed as an Accessory Use (A) and
Mixed-Use P Check Cashing Service, Limited is allowed as a Conditional Use (C).
Restaurant P 3
Except a Temporary Real Estate Sales Office is allowed as a
Restaurant with Alcohol; or Restaurant with Conditional Use (C).
C
Service Bar
Employment & Services
Downtown Services2 P
Hotel, Residence S
Individual Care Center P
Laboratory, Medical or Dental P Key
Office, Medical or Dental; or Office, Other P Use is allowed as a principal use by right.
P
Than Listed C Use is allowed in accordance with the conditions
Telecommunication Facilities specified in LVMC Section 19.12.040 for conditional
uses.
Mounted Antenna Over 15 ft (Ultimate
Height); Wireless Communication Facility, S Use is allowed as a principal use only after first
S obtaining a Special Use Permit as specified in LVMC
Non-Stealth Design (Not Qualifying for
Conditional Use Approval) Section 19.16.110.
Wireless Communication Facility, Stealth T Use is allowed with a Temporary Commercial Permit
Design or Non-Stealth Design (Not qualifying C as specified in LVMC Section 19.16.160.
for Conditional Use Approval) -- Use is not allowed.

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19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Side Street
V U

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Parking Area

J. Parking Standards K. Required Street Trees


Corner Interior Infill or Replacement Street Trees Min. No. Trees
Setback from Lot Front1 Rear
Side1 Side Addition, Renovation, or New Building1
Line (min.)
T U V W < 2,500 sf --
Ground Floor 35 ft 10 ft 5 ft 5 ft ≥ 2,500 sf - < 5,000 sf 2
Parking Driveway One-way Two-way ≥ 5,000 sf - < 10,000 sf 4
Width 12 ft min. - 14 ft 32 ft min. - 34 ft ≥ 10,000 sf As required
max. max. along all street
Miscellaneous frontages
Where feasible, driveways must be shared between Miscellaneous
adjacent parcels. All street trees must be planted in accordance with the
Parking spaces may be enclosed, covered, or open. species as listed in LVMC Section 19.09.040 (Specific to
Tandem parking is allowed for off-street parking to meet Districts) and the planting requirements of LVMC Section
the requirements for a residential unit. 19.04.060 (Amenity Zone). Where differences occur, the
provisions of 19.09.040 shall apply.
When a lot has an adjoining secondary street, parking
must be accessed only from the secondary street. All street trees must be planted and maintained to avoid
conflicts with large trucks and fire/emergency vehicles.
Required Parking
The min. canopy clearance at maturity is 14 ft.
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.100.G (Parking Standards)
Note:
for vehicular and bicycle parking standards. 1
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.020.D (Applicability).
Required parking may be reduced as set forth in LVMC
Section 19.18.030.D.4 (Parking Alternatives).
Note: Key for Tables
1
No vehicle parking in the front or corner side yard is allowed. -- No Requirement

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.020 T5 Neighborhood Zone (T5-N)

L. Required Open Space


Common Open Space
Width 20 ft min.
Depth 20 ft min.
Common open space
100 sf min.1
area per unit
Miscellaneous
The common open space requirement may be met by
providing open space on the ground floor, upper floors,
and the roof.
No private open space per residential unit is required.
Common open space may also be provided in compliance
with LVMC Section 19.09.090 (Civic Space Standards) if
civic space is provided on the lot.
Note:
1
Or 5% of lot area, whichever is greater.

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19.09.050.E.040 T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.050.E.040 T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C)

A. General Intent B. Sub-Zone


The T4 Corridor Zone is intended to enhance the City’s None
existing corridors by allowing a wide variety of building
types to accommodate a range of commercial, retail,
C. Lot Size
office, and service uses in small to large footprint
buildings along major arterial corridors carrying high No width, depth or area standards are included for the
volumes of vehicular traffic. With the future development T4-C Zone. Min. lot sizes may be determined based on
of Bus Rapid Transit or Light Rail transportation options, the min. and max. building width and depth standards
these corridors, such as the Multi-Functional Spine or for the building types established in Table D (Building
Iconic/Ceremonial Corridors, supported by this Zone Types).
will likely transition to a more urban and walkable built
environment with residential uses behind or above
the commercial uses. The following form elements are
generally appropriate in this Zone:
Attached or detached
Medium to large lot width
Medium to large footprint and lot coverage
Buildings placed at or near the edge of right-of-way
Mix of building frontages, but mostly Shopfront
Medium setback
Min. 2 to max. 5 stories

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.040 T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C)

Courtyard Building

Side Street

Side Street
C
F
E

B
A A

Street Street
Secondary Wing
Key for Diagrams
Lot Line Building Line
Buildable Area Courtyard Area

D. Building Types D. Building Types (cont.)


Main Building Secondary Additional Standards for a Courtyard Building (cont.)
Body Wing A minimum of two courtyard edges must be defined by
Building Type Width Depth Width Depth the building.
(max.) (max.) (max.) (max.) Courtyard edges not defined by the building must be
A B C D defined by a wall min. 3 ft/max. 5 ft in height.
Flex Mid-Rise 200 ft1 175 ft1 40 ft 75 ft The proportions and orientation of courtyards must
Flex Low-Rise 100 ft 100 ft 40 ft 40 ft be carefully considered for solar orientation and user
comfort.
Courtyard Building 100 ft 100 ft 40 ft 100 ft
Access Standards
Multi-plex: Large 90 ft 65 ft 20 ft 30 ft
Access to the building must be from the street or from
Multi-plex: Small 50 ft 50 ft 20 ft 20 ft
the courtyard.
Rowhouse 18-36
45 ft -- -- Each unit (residential or commercial) may have an
ft
individual entry from the courtyard.
Live/Work2 28 ft 36 ft 16 ft 18 ft
Multiple courtyards must be connected through and
Accessory Structure3 -- -- -- -- between buildings
Miscellaneous Courtyards must be accessible from the primary street.
The floorplate of any floor must not be larger than that of Notes:
the floor below, except if an arcade frontage type is used. 1
Buildings wider than 150 ft must be designed to read as a series
Additional Standards for a Courtyard Building of buildings no wider than 100 ft each.
2
Must be built with a minimum of 2 units attached together. Max.
Dimensions - Courtyard(s)
width of all attached buildings must not exceed 150 ft.
Width 20 ft min.; 100 ft max. E 3
The total GFA of all Accessory Dwelling Units and Accessory
Width-to-Height Structures cannot exceed 30% of the GFA of the primary structure.
1:2 min.; 2:1 max.
Ratio4 4
Building height must comply with the height standards defined for
Depth 50 ft min.; 100 ft max. F the Zone.
Percentage of width
50% max.
of building
Total Area 400 sf min.

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19.09.050.E.040 T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Side Street
I H
K
N

M
L
O
Street
Street Bui
Key for Diagrams
Lot Line Building Setback Line
Buildable Area Facade Zone

E. Building Placement F. Building Form Standards (cont.)


Setback Distance Corner Interior Primary Building
Front1,2 Rear4
(Distance from Side1 Side3,4 Ground Floor Finish Level3,4 L
ROW/Lot Line) G H I J Height above curb
Primary Building Residential 1.50 ft min.
Min. 10 ft 10 ft 0 ft 10 ft Service or Retail uses 0.50 ft max.
Max. 15 ft 15 ft 15 ft -- Ground floor lobbies and common areas in multi-unit
Primary Building Facade within Facade Zone buildings may have a ≤ 0.50 ft ground floor finish level.
Front (min.) 75% Floor-to-Ceiling
Side Street (min.) 50% Ground floor 14 ft min. M
Miscellaneous Upper floors 9 ft min. N
A building form with a chamfered corner is only allowed on Footprint 5

corner lots and only if a corner entry is provided. Lot coverage


Notes: Mixed-use with
1
Additional setback and/or easement may be required where street 85% max.
residential uses
ROW or a utility easement is needed.
All other uses 75% max.
2
Sidewalk must be extended into the setback area to meet the
building. Depth
3
Buildings and structures located < 5 feet from a property line must Ground floor space 30 ft min. O
comply with all applicable Building and Fire Code requirements. Notes:
4
Where building elevations include balconies or windows, a minimum 1
Max. 8 stories allowed for only the Flex Mid-Rise Building Type
of 10 feet setback distance from the balcony or window edge to the subject to Major Site Development Plan Review (Refer to LVMC
property side and rear lot line is required. Section 19.16.100.G (Major Review of Site Development Plans).
2
The residential adjacency standards established in LVMC
F. Building Form Standards Section19.08.040.H (Residential Adjacency Standards) will apply.
Building Height Stories K
3
Buildings existing at the time of adoption of the Form-Based Code
and additions to those buildings that are less than 50% of the existing
Primary Building 2 min. - 5 max. 1,2
gross floor area are exempt.
Accessory Building 2 max. 4
Primary buildings located on lots sloping down and away from the
street are exempt.
5
Independently by lot coverage requirements, all buildings must still
meet setback requirements as per 19.09.050.E.E.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.040 T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C)

Side Street
R Q

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Encroachment

G. Frontages H. Encroachments into Facade Zone


Private Frontage Corner Corner Interior
Front Standards Front Rear
Type Side Encroachment Side Side
(max.) (max.)
Arcade A A 19.09.070.D Type (max.) (max.)
Gallery A A 19.09.070.H P Q R S
Porch: Engaged A A 19.09.070.I Frontage Type
Porch: Projecting A A 19.09.070.J Arcade1
Shopfront A A 19.09.070.K Gallery1
Terrace1 A A 19.09.070.M Shopfront: 10 ft 10 ft -- --
awning, balcony1,
Pedestrian Access
bay window, or
Pedestrian entrances must be provided at least every 50 projecting shade
ft along the ground floor primary street facade and the structure
side street facade.
Upper floor
Miscellaneous 6 ft 6 ft 5 ft 5 ft
balconies2
For non-residential uses, loading docks, overhead doors, Architectural
and other service entries must be screened and must be 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft
Features
located to the rear or on side street facades.
Signage A A -- --
Note:
Driveways A 3
A 3
-- A
1
Allowed only when necessary to accommodate a grade change.
Miscellaneous
Key for Tables Encroachments are allowed into the facade zone, and
except for an arcade, gallery, or upper floor balconies
-- No Requirement
and in conjunction with an encroachment agreement,
A Allowed they are not allowed within a street ROW, alley ROW, or
across a lot line.
Notes:
1
May encroach into the street ROW to within 2 ft of the face of the
curb, subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
2
May encroach into the street ROW up to a maximum of 5 ft,
subject to approval by the Public Works Director.
3
Only allowed when there is no alternative access from the rear.

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19.09.050.E.040 T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

I. Use Types I. Use Types (cont.)


Use Type T4-C Use Type T4-C
Residential Office, Medical or Dental; or Office, Other Than
P
Accessory Structure P Listed
Assisted Living Apartment C Telecommunication Facilities
Community Residence C Mounted Antenna Over 15 ft (Ultimate Height);
Wireless Communication Facility, Non-Stealth
Convalescent Care Facility/Nursing Home P S
Design (Not Qualifying for Conditional Use
Downtown Residential P Approval)
Home Occupation P Wireless Communication Facility, Stealth Design or
Hospice P Non-Stealth Design (Not qualifying for Conditional C
Senior Citizen Apartments C Use Approval)
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly Other
Museum, Art Display, or Art Sales (Private) P Emergency Ambulance Services, Ground P
Church/House of Worship P Government Facility P
College, University, or Seminary P Parking Facility P
Commercial Recreation/Amusement, Indoor P Public Services, Minor C
Community Recreation Facility, Public P Temporary Uses3 T
Park, Playground, or Open Space P Urban Agriculture
Private Club, Lodge, or Fraternal Organization P Community Garden P
Public or Private School (Primary or Secondary) S Notes:
Trade School P Land use types are defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18 (Definitions
and Measures). Individual land use types that are included within a
Retail Trade
general land use type (e.g. Downtown Retail or Downtown Services)
Beer/Wine/Cooler Cultural Establishment; Beer/ are also defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18. If a use is not listed in this
Wine/Cooler On- and Off-Sale Establishment; Beer/ table, it is not allowed in the T4-C Zone; except that as allowed under
S
Wine/Cooler Off-Sale Establishment, or Beer/Wine/ LVMC Section 19.12.100 (Similar and Prohibited Uses) the Director
Cooler On-Sale Establishment may determine that a use not listed in Table I. is allowed if it is listed
Downtown Retail1 P in LVMC Section 19.12.010 (Land Use Tables) and the use supports
Drive-Through C the purpose and intent of the Zone and is consistent with the goals
and policies of the Downtown Master Plan. Refer to LVMC Section
Grocery Store with Alcohol Sales C
19.12.070 (Permissible Use Descriptions and Applicable Conditions and
Liquor Establishment (Tavern); Lounge Bar; Urban Requirements) for the standards applicable to specific uses.
S
Lounge; or Package Liquor Off-Sale Establishment
Mixed-Use P 1
Except Pet Shop, Secondhand Dealer, and Thrift Shop are allowed as
Restaurant P Conditional Uses (C).
2
Except Massage, Accessory is allowed as an Accessory Use (A) and
Restaurant with Alcohol; or Restaurant with Service
C Check Cashing Service, Limited is allowed as a Conditional Use (C).
Bar 3
Except a Temporary Real Estate Sales Office is allowed as a
Employment & Services Conditional Use (C).
Clinic P
Key
Downtown Services2 P
P Use is allowed as a principal use by right.
Financial Services Institution, Specified S
C Use is allowed in accordance with the conditions
Hospital P specified in LVMC Section 19.12.040 for conditional
Hotel, Motel or Hotel Suites S uses.
Hotel, Residence P S Use is allowed as a principal use only after first
Individual Care Center P obtaining a Special Use Permit as specified in LVMC
Section 19.16.110.
Laboratory, Medical or Dental P
T Use is allowed with a Temporary Commercial Permit as
Massage Establishment S
specified in LVMC Section 19.16.160.
-- Use is not allowed.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.040 T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C)

Side Street
V U

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Parking Area

J. Parking Standards K. Required Street Trees


Corner Interior Infill or Replacement Street Trees Min. No. Trees
Setback from Lot Front Rear
Side Side Addition, Renovation, or New Building1
Line (min.)
T U V W < 1,000 sf --
Ground Floor 40 ft 10 ft 0 ft 0 ft ≥ 1,000 sf - < 2,500 sf 2
Upper Floor 40 ft 40 ft 10 ft 0 ft ≥ 2,500 sf 4
Parking Driveway One-way Two-way Miscellaneous
Width 12 ft min. - 14 ft 32 ft min. - 34 ft All street trees must be planted in accordance with the
max. max. species as listed in LVMC Section 19.09.040 (Specific to
Miscellaneous Districts) and the planting requirements of LVMC Section
Driveways may be shared between adjacent parcels. 19.04.060 (Amenity Zone). Where differences occur, the
provisions of 19.09.040 shall apply.
No new surface parking lots are allowed next to primary
or side street frontages. All street trees must be planted and maintained to avoid
conflicts with large trucks and fire/emergency vehicles.
When a lot has an adjoining secondary street, parking
The min. canopy clearance at maturity is 14 ft.
must be accessed only from the secondary street.
Note:
Required Parking 1
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.020.D (Applicability).
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.100.G (Parking Standards)
for vehicular and bicycle parking standards.
Required parking may be reduced as set forth in LVMC
Section 19.18.030.D.4 (Parking Alternatives).
Note:
1
No vehicle parking in the front or corner side yard is allowed, Key for Tables
except on a driveway. -- No Requirement

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19.09.050.E.040 T4 Corridor Zone (T4-C) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

L. Required Open Space


Common Open Space
Width 15 ft min.
Depth 15 ft min.
Common open space
250 sf min.1
area per unit
Miscellaneous
The common open space requirement may be met by
providing open space on the ground floor, upper floors,
and the roof.
No private open space per residential unit is required.
Common open space may also be provided in compliance
with LVMC Section 19.09.090 (Civic Space Standards) if
civic space is provided on the lot.
Note:
1
Or 5% of lot area, whichever is greater.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.044 T3 Neighborhood Zone (T3-N)

19.09.050.E.044 T3 Neighborhood Zone (T3-N)

Side Street
B

A A

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line

A. General Intent B. Sub-Zone


The T3 Neighborhood Zone is intended to protect the None
integrity of existing neighborhoods with detached homes
on small-to-medium sized lots. The Zone reinforces the
C. Lot Size
role of these residential building types within walkable
neighborhoods, supports adjacent neighborhood- Area
serving retail and service uses, and supports public Min. 6,000 sf
transportation options. The following form elements are Max. 12,800 sf
generally appropriate in this Zone:
Width A
Primarily detached, but may be attached
Min. 50 ft
Small to medium lot width
Max. 80 ft
Small to medium footprint and lot coverage
Depth B
Primarily with common yards, stoops, and porches
Min. 90 ft
Medium to large front setback
Max. 160 ft
Medium to large side setbacks
1 to 2 stories

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19.09.050.E.044 T3 Neighborhood Zone (T3-N) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Side Street
E

D
C C

Street
Secondary Wing
Key for Diagram
Lot Line Building Line
Buildable Area

D. Building Types D. Building Types (cont.)


Main Building Secondary Main Building Secondary
Per Body Wing Per Body Wing
Building Building
Lot Width Depth Width Depth Lot Width Depth Width Depth
Type Type
(max.) (max.) (max.) (max.) (max.) (max.) (max.) (max.) (max.) (max.)
C D E F C D E F
Duplex, Bungalow 3 min.;
1 48 ft -- 20 ft 22 ft 32 ft 26 ft -- --
Side-by-side Court1 9 max.
Duplex – Accessory
Front and 1 36 ft -- 20 ft 22 ft Dwelling 1 -- -- -- --
Back Unit2
Duplex - Accessory
1 36 ft -- 20 ft 22 ft 2 -- -- -- --
Stacked Structure2
Large House 1 65 ft -- 20 ft 22 ft Notes:
Medium
1
Only 1 residential unit per bungalow allowed. The shared
1 50 ft -- 20 ft 22 ft courtyard must be accessible from the primary street and the
House
entrance to each bungalow must be from the shared courtyard.
Small House 1 30 ft -- 20 ft 22 ft 2
The total GFA of all Accessory Dwelling Units and Accessory
Structures cannot exceed 60% of the GFA of the primary structure.

Key for Tables


-- No Requirement

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.044 T3 Neighborhood Zone (T3-N)

Side Street
I H
K
N

G
L M

Street
Street Bui

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Building Setback Line
Buildable Area

E. Building Placement F. Building Form Standards


Setback Distance Corner Interior Building Height Stories K
Front Rear
(Distance from Side Side Primary Building 2 max.
ROW/Lot Line) G H I J ADU or Accessory
2 max.
Primary Building Structure1
Min. 15 ft 15 ft 5 ft 15 ft Primary Building
Max. 25 ft 20 ft -- -- Ground Floor Finish Level2,3 L
ADU or Accessory Structure Height above curb
Min. 30 ft 15 ft 3 ft 1
3 ft 1 Residential 1.50 ft min.
Miscellaneous Floor-to-Ceiling
Patio covers must comply with the standards provided Ground floor
in Table 4 (Patio Cover) in LVMC Section 19.06.070 (R-1 (service or retail 8 ft min. M
(Single Family Residential)). uses)
All structures located < 5 feet from another structure Upper floors 8 ft min. N
must comply with all applicable Building and Fire Code Footprint
requirements.
Lot coverage 65% max.
Notes:
Notes:
1
Buildings and structures located < 5 feet from a property 1
ADUs or accessory structures must not exceed the overall height
line must comply with all applicable Building and Fire Code
of the primary building.
requirements. 2
Buildings existing at the time of adoption of the Form-Based Code
and additions to those buildings that are less than 50% of the
existing gross floor area are exempt.
Key for Tables 3
Primary buildings located on lots sloping down and away from the
-- No Requirement street are exempt.

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19.09.050.E.044 T3 Neighborhood Zone (T3-N) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Side Street
Q P

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Encroachment

G. Frontages H. Encroachments into Facade Zone


Private Frontage Corner Corner Interior
Front Standards Front Rear
Type Side Encroachment Side Side
(max.) (max.)
Common Yard A A 19.09.070.E Type (max.) (max.)
Forecourt A A 19.09.070.G O P Q R
Porch: Engaged A A 19.09.070.I Frontage Type
Porch: Projecting A A 19.09.070.J Porch: Engaged
5 ft 5 ft -- --
Stoop A A 19.09.070.L Porch: Projecting
Stoop
Architectural
3 ft 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft
Features
Driveways A A A A
Miscellaneous
Key for Tables
Encroachments are allowed into the facade zone and are
-- No Requirement not allowed within a street ROW, alley ROW, across a lot
A Allowed line, or beyond the minimum setback line.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.050.E.044 T3 Neighborhood Zone (T3-N)

I. Use Types Key


Use Type T3-N P Use is allowed as a principal use by right.
Residential C Use is allowed in accordance with the conditions
Accessory Dwelling Unit P specified in LVMC Section 19.12.040 for conditional
uses.
Accessory Structure P
S Use is allowed as a principal use only after first
Community Residence P
obtaining a Special Use Permit as specified in LVMC
Downtown Residential P Section 19.16.110.
Home Occupation P T Use is allowed with a Temporary Commercial Permit
Individual Care – Family Home P as specified in LVMC Section 19.16.160.
Individual Care - Group Home S -- Use is not allowed.
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly
Church/House of Worship P
Community Recreation Facility, Public P
Park, Playground and Open Space P
Public or Private School (Primary or
S
Secondary)
Telecommunication Facilities
Mounted Antenna Over 15 ft (Ultimate
Height); Wireless Communication Facility,
S
Non-Stealth Design (Not Qualifying for
Conditional Use Approval)
Wireless Communication Facility, Stealth
Design or Non-Stealth Design (Not qualifying C
for Conditional Use Approval)
Other
Public Services, Minor C
Temporary Uses1 T
Urban Agriculture
Community Garden C

Notes:
Land use types are defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18 (Definitions
and Measures). Individual land use types that are included within a
general land use type (e.g. Downtown Retail or Downtown Services)
are also defined in LVMC Chapter 19.18.
If a use is not listed in this table it is not allowed in the T3-N Zone;
except that as allowed under LVMC Section 19.12.100 (Similar and
Prohibited Uses) the Director may determine that a use not listed
in Table I. is allowed if it is listed in LVMC Section 19.12.010 (Land
Use Tables) and the use supports the purpose and intent of the
Zone and is consistent with the goals and policies of the Downtown
Master Plan.

Refer to LVMC Section 19.12.070 (Permissible Use Descriptions


and Applicable Conditions and Requirements) for the standards
applicable to specific uses.

1
Except a Temporary Real Estate Sales Office is allowed as a
Conditional Use (C).

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19.09.050.E.044 T3 Neighborhood Zone (T3-N) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Side Street
T

Street

Key for Diagram


Lot Line Building Line
Parking Area

J. Parking Standards K. Required Open Space


Corner Interior Usable Open Space
Setback from Lot Front1 Rear
Side1 Side Width 10 ft min.
Line (min.)
S T Depth 10 ft min.
Ground Floor 20 ft 15 ft 0 ft 0 ft Common open space
150 sf min.
Parking Driveway area per unit
Width 12 ft min. - 20 ft max.
Miscellaneous
Driveways may be shared between adjacent parcels.
Parking spaces may be enclosed, covered, or open.
Tandem parking is allowed for off-street parking to meet
the requirements for a residential unit.
When a lot has an adjoining secondary street, parking
must be accessed only from the secondary street.
Required Parking
Refer to LVMC Section 19.09.100.G (Parking Standards)
for vehicular and bicycle parking standards.
Required parking may be reduced as set forth in LVMC
Section 19.18.030.D.4 (Parking Alternatives).
Note:
1
No vehicle parking in the front or corner side yard is allowed,
except on a driveway.

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19.09.060 BUILDING TYPE STANDARDS
Subsections:
19.09.060.A Purpose
19.09.060.B Applicability
19.09.060.C Building Types Overview

19.09.060.A Purpose
The purpose of this Section is to provide an overview of the building types that are appropriate to use within
the Transect Zones. The overview is intended to ensure that new development establishes or reinforces the
highly-valued character and scale of the City’s Downtown districts and neighborhoods.

19.09.060.B Applicability
1. The requirements of this Section apply to all development proposed within the Transect Zones, and
they must be considered in combination with the standards for the applicable zone in LVMC Section
19.09.050 (Transect Zone Standards).
2. Development that includes education, public assembly, transportation, communications, and/or
infrastructure uses must comply with the standards for the applicable zone in LVMC Section 19.09.050
(Transect Zone Standards), but are not required to meet the standards of this Section.
3. Building types are categorized into two groups: house-scale buildings and block scale buildings.
a. House-scale buildings are the size of a house, typically ranging from as small as 25 feet wide up to
90 feet wide.
b. Block-scale buildings are individually as large as most or all of a block, or when arranged together
along a street, appear to be as long as most or all of a block.
4. The standards for each building type are established in the Transect Zones, including standards for lot
size. If the lot is too small to accommodate a particular building type, a different building type must
be selected, or the building type must be scaled to fit the lot within the parameters of the standards
established for the Transect Zone.
5. Where multiple principal buildings are proposed for a single lot, the proposal must include potential lot
lines, which conform with this Ordinance, the purpose of which is to determine compliance with building
type standards.

19.09.060.C Building Types Overview


1. Table 19.09.060.C-1 (Building Types Overview) provides an overview of the allowed building types that
are appropriate to use within the Transect Zones. The names of the building types are not intended to
limit uses within a particular building type. For example, a medium house building type may have non-
residential uses within it, such as a restaurant or office, as allowed by the Transect Zone.
2. Secondary wings and accessory structures must have a smaller footprint, a narrower width, and a depth
that is less than the width or depth of the footprint of the primary building.
3. The photographs in Table 19.09.060.C-1 (Building Types Overview) are illustrative only and not
regulatory.

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19.09.060.C Building Types Overview City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Table 19.09.060.C-1 Building Types Overview


Transect Zones T3-N T3-N T3-N
Building Form Small House Medium House Large House
Example

Description A small detached structure, A medium-size detached A large detached structure


consisting of one unit, usually structure, consisting of one unit, consisting of one unit usually
sited on a small lot with private usually sited on a medium size sited on a large lot with private
open space. lot with private open space. open space.

Typically located within a Typically located within a This building type is


lower-intensity residential lower-intensity residential frequently located within the
neighborhood in a walkable neighborhood in a walkable lowest-intensity residential
urban setting, and potentially urban setting, and potentially neighborhoods. It is important
near a neighborhood main near a neighborhood main for providing a wide range of
street, this building type is street, this building type is housing types.
important for providing a wide important for providing a wide
range of housing types and range of housing types and
promoting walkability. promoting walkability.

Building Scale House-Scale House-Scale House-Scale

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.060.C Building Types Overview

Table 19.09.060.C-1 Building Types Overview


Transect Zones T3-N, T5-N T3-N, T4-C, T5-N, T5-M, T5-MS, T3-N, T5-N
T5-C
Building Form Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Accessory Structure Duplex: Side-by-Side
Example

Source: Opticos Design, Inc.

Description An additional structure typically An additional structure typically A small to medium-size building
located at the rear of a lot located at the rear of a lot that with two attached residential
constructed as a single-story provides space for a single small units, both of which have private
freestanding structure or placed commercial, office, service, or open space and face the street.
above a garage to provide space storage use.
for a single small residential unit. This duplex building type has
This building type is important the form of a medium- or large-
An ADU is important for for providing incubator spaces size single-family house, and
providing affordable housing for small businesses within is appropriately scaled to fit
opportunities within walkable walkable neighborhoods. within lower-intensity residential
neighborhoods. neighborhoods. It supports well-
designed moderate intensity
development, and is important
for providing a wide range of
housing types and promoting
walkability.
Building Scale House-Scale House-Scale House-Scale

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19.09.060.C Building Types Overview City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Table 19.09.060.C-1 Building Types Overview


Transect Zones T3-N, T5-N T3-N, T5-N T3-N, T5-N
Building Form Duplex: Front-and-back Duplex: Stacked Bungalow Court
Example

Source: Opticos Design, Inc.


Description A small to medium-size structure A small to medium-size structure A series of small, detached
consisting of two attached units consisting of two units with one single-family structures located
with one unit located behind the located on the ground floor and on a single lot with individual
other, both of which have private the other located directly above. buildings arranged to define
open space. The unit in front Both units face the street and a shared court that is typically
faces the street and has the form are within one single building perpendicular to the street. The
of a small single-family house. that has the form of a small shared court serves as common
single-family house. open space taking the place of
This duplex building type is a private rear yard, which is not
appropriately scaled to fit within This duplex building type is required. The common open
lower-intensity residential appropriately scaled to fit within space is an essential element of
neighborhoods. It supports well- lower-intensity residential this building type.
designed moderate intensity neighborhoods. It supports well-
development, and is important designed moderate intensity A bungalow court may be scaled
for providing a wide range of development, and is important to fit within low or medium-
housing types and promoting for providing a wide range of intensity neighborhoods where
walkability. housing types and promoting it allows for appropriately
walkability. scaled, well-designed moderate
intensities and is important
for providing a wide range of
housing types and promoting
walkability. Syn: Cottage Court

Building Scale House-Scale House-Scale House-Scale

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.060.C Building Types Overview

Table 19.09.060.C-1 Building Types Overview


Transect Zones T4-C, T5-M, T5-N, T5-C T4-C, T5-N T4-C, T5-C, T5-M, T5-N
Building Form Live/Work Multi-plex: Small Multi-plex: Large
Example

Source: Opticos Design, Inc.


Description A small to medium-sized A medium-size structure A large-size structure, 2 - 5
attached or detached structure consisting of 3 - 6 side-by- stories in height, consisting of 7
that consists of one dwelling unit side and/or stacked dwelling - 18 side-by-side and/or stacked
above and/or behind a flexible units, typically with one shared dwelling units, typically with one
ground floor space that can entry or individual entries shared entry. Each unit has its
be used for service, artisan, or along the front of the building. own private open space as a
commercial uses as allowed by This building type has the small yard or balcony.
the zone. Both the ground-floor appearance of a medium-
flex space and the unit above sized single-family home and This building type is
are owned by one entity. Private is appropriately scaled to fit appropriately scaled to fit within
open space is not required sparingly within low to medium- medium-intensity or more
but can be provided with a intensity neighborhoods. Private urban neighborhoods. It enables
balcony. Live/work units are open space is not required but well-designed higher densities,
typically located within medium can be provided with a balcony. and is important for providing
intensity- neighborhoods or in a wide range of housing types
This building type enables
locations that will transition into and promoting walkability. Syn:
a neighborhood main street. appropriately-scaled, well- Stacked-Flats Building
designed higher intensity of
This building type can be development, and is important
applied in industrial contexts. for providing a broad choice of
They are appropriate for housing types and promoting
incubating neighborhood-serving walkability. Syn. Mansion
commercial uses and allowing Apartment House
neighborhood main streets to
expand in response to increasing
market demands.
Building Scale House-Scale ≤ 3 units House-Scale Block-Scale
Block-Scale > 3 units

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19.09.060.C Building Types Overview City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Table 19.09.060.C-1 Building Types Overview


Transect Zones T4-C, T5-M, T5-N T6-UG, T5-MS, T5-N T4-C, T5-C, T5-M, T5-MS, T5-N
Building Form Rowhouse Courtyard Building Flex Low-Rise Building
Example

Source: Opticos Design, Inc. Source: Opticos Design, Inc.


Description A medium size-structure A large structure composed of A medium- to large-size building
composed of 2 - 8 individual multiple attached or stacked on a medium size lot and 1 -
Rowhouse buildings attached in units accessed from a shared 3 stories in height, that may
a series with individual entries courtyard, a series of courtyards, incorporate structured parking.
along the front. Each unit has its or a common corridor. Each Each unit may have its own
own private open space. unit may have its own individual individual entry, or units may
entry, or up to three units may share a common entry accessed
This type is typically located share a common entry. Private from the street or a courtyard
within medium-intensity open space is not required but or series of courtyards. Private
neighborhoods or near or on can be provided with a balcony open space is not required but
a neighborhood main street. per unit. can be provided with a balcony
This type enables appropriately- per unit.
scaled, well-designed higher This building type is typically
densities, and is important integrated sparingly into lower This building type can be used
for providing a wide range of intensity neighborhoods or to provide a vertical mix of uses
housing types and promoting more consistently into medium- with ground-floor retail, service,
walkability. Syn: Townhouse intensity neighborhoods, or it or industrial uses and service
can be applied in non-residential or residential uses on upper
contexts. This building type floors; or it may be a single-
enables appropriately-scaled, use building, with residential,
well-designed higher densities, service, or industrial uses, where
and is important for providing a ground floor retail uses are not
wide range of housing types and appropriate.
promoting walkability.
This building type enables
appropriately-scaled, well-
designed higher densities, and
is important for providing a
wide range of housing types and
promoting walkability.
Building Scale House-Scale ≤ 3 units House-Scale ≤ 3 units Block-Scale
Block-Scale > 3 units Block-Scale > 3 units

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.060.C Building Types Overview

Table 19.09.060.C-1 Building Types Overview


Transect Zones T4-C, T5-M, T5-MS, T5-C, T6-UG T5-MS, T5-C, T6-UG T5-M, T5-MS, T5-C, T6-UG
Building Form Flex Mid-Rise Building Flex High-Rise Building Lined Building
Example

Description A medium- to large-size A large, tall structure over 8 A buildingSource:


that buildabetterburb.org
consists of two
structure built on a large lot stories in height built on a large main components; an interior
and 4 – 8 stories in height, that lot that typically incorporates building that may be a parking
typically incorporates multi-level multi-level structured parking. garage, movie theater or large
structured parking. Private open Private open space is not retail store (i.e. “big-box store”),
space is not required but can be required but can be provided and an exterior building to
provided with balconies. with a balcony per unit. conceal the interior building
from the street. The exterior
This building type can be used This building type is used building is usually designed for
to provide a vertical mix of uses to provide a vertical mix of retail, service, office, and/or
with ground-floor retail, service, uses with ground-floor retail residential uses.
or industrial uses and service or service uses, and service
or residential uses on upper or residential uses on upper
floors; or it may be a single- floors. This building type is
use building, with residential, a primary component of an
service, or industrial uses, where urban downtown as it enables
ground floor retail uses are the highest densities that are
not appropriate. This building appropriately-scaled and well-
type is a primary component designed, and is important
of an urban downtown or for providing a wide range of
neighborhood as it enables housing types as well as other
appropriately-scaled, well- commercial uses, and promoting
designed higher densities, and walkability.
is important for providing a
wide range of housing types and
promoting walkability.

Building Scale Block-Scale Block-Scale Block-Scale

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19.09.060.C Building Types Overview City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Table 19.09.060.C-1 Building Types Overview


Transect Zones T5-M
Building Form Loft
Example

Description The Loft building type is a


tipically multi-story structure
with a large footprint. Tall
ceilings, and a design that
facilitates natural lighting make
these buildings adaptable to
different individual uses over
the course of their life-cycle.
As such, the Loft building
type is a form within the built
environment which is apt to be
a flexible space to be utilized
in areas transitioning between
commercial, residential, and light
industrial uses.
Building Scale Block-Scale

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19.09.070 FRONTAGE TYPE STANDARDS
Subsections:
19.09.070.A Purpose
19.09.070.B Applicability
19.09.070.C Frontage Types Overview
19.09.070.D Arcade
19.09.070.E Common Yard
19.09.070.F Dooryard
19.09.070.G Forecourt
19.09.070.H Gallery
19.09.070.I Porch: Engaged
19.09.070.J Porch: Projecting
19.09.070.K Shopfront
19.09.070.L Stoop
19.09.070.M Terrace

19.09.070.A Purpose
The purpose of this Section is to establish standards for each of the frontage types that are appropriate to
use within the Transect Zones. Private frontages are the components of a building that provide an important
transition and interface between the public realm (i.e. the street and sidewalk) and the private realm (i.e. a
yard and building). These standards supplement the standards for each Transect Zone in which the frontage
types are allowed. They are intended to ensure development that establishes or reinforces the highly-valued
character and scale of the City’s Downtown districts and neighborhoods.

19.09.070.B Applicability
1. The requirements of this Section apply to all proposed development within the Transect Zones, and
they must be considered in combination with the standards for the applicable zone in LVMC Section
19.09.050 (Transect Zone Standards).
2. Development with education, public assembly, transportation, communications, and/or infrastructure
uses must comply with the standards for the applicable zone in LVMC Section 19.09.050 (Transect Zone
Standards), but are not required to meet the standards of this Section.
3. Each building must have at least one frontage type for each street frontage.
4. Frontage types not listed in the applicable transect zone standards are not allowed in that zone.
5. A building may have multiple frontage types as stipulated in this Section. For example, a dooryard
frontage may have a stoop or engaged porch frontage type as well.

19.09.070.C Frontage Types Overview


Table 19.09.070.C-1 (Private Frontages Overview) provides an overview of the allowed frontage types with a
description of each type and an illustration showing its typical character and form. The private frontage is the
area between the building facade and the frontage line (edge of right-of-way).

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19.09.070.C Frontage Types Overview City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Table 19.09.070.C-1 Private Frontages Overview


Transect Zones T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS, T5-N, T3-N T5-M, T5-MS, T5-N
T5-N, T4-C
Frontage Type Arcade Common Yard Dooryard
LOT > < LOT > < LOT > <
PRIVATE ROW PRIVATE ROW PRIVATE ROW
FRONTAGE > < FRONTAGE > < FRONTAGE > <

Example

Description The Arcade Frontage is The Common Yard Frontage In a Dooryard Frontage the
a covered walkway with has a landscaped frontage main facade of the building is
habitable space above that with a facade substantially set back a small distance and
often encroaches over a set back from the frontage the frontage line is defined by
sidewalk into the right-of-way. line, providing a buffer from a low wall or fence, creating a
An arcade is used to provide thoroughfares. The front yard small dooryard. The dooryard
pedestrian circulation along created remains unfenced must not provide public
a frontage and it should and is visually continuous with circulation along a right-of-way.
extend far enough from the adjacent yards, supporting The dooryard may be raised,
building to provide adequate a common landscape in sunken, or at grade, and is
protection and circulation space conjunction with other private intended primarily for ground-
for pedestrians. An arcade is frontages. floor residential uses.
intended for buildings with
ground floor commercial uses
and is common along public
courtyards and walkable
streets.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.070.C Frontage Types Overview

Table 19.09.070.C-1 Private Frontages Overview


Transect Zones T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS T4-C, T3-N
T5-N, T3-N T5-N, T4-C
Frontage Type Forecourt Gallery Porch: Engaged
LOT > < LOT > < LOT > <
PRIVATE ROW PRIVATE ROW PRIVATE ROW
FRONTAGE > < FRONTAGE > < FRONTAGE > <

Example

Description The Forecourt Frontage has a The Gallery Frontage has a The Engaged Porch has two
portion of the facade close to facade aligned close to the adjacent sides of the porch that
the frontage line and the central frontage line with an attached are connected to the building
portion is set back creating cantilevered structure or a while the other two sides are
a small courtyard space. The lightweight colonnade over the open. The main facade of the
courtyard may be used as an sidewalk. Galleries are typical building has a small-to-medium
entry court or shared garden for retail uses, but can be used setback from the frontage
space for residential buildings, for offices uses. line. The resulting front yard
or as an additional shopping or is typically small and can be
restaurant seating area within defined by a wall or fence to
retail and service use areas. A spatially define the edge of the
forecourt may be allocated in street.
conjunction with other frontage
types.

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19.09.070.C Frontage Types Overview City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Table 19.09.070.C-1 Private Frontages Overview


Transect Zones T4-C, T3-N T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS, T5-MS, T5-N, T3-N
T5-N, T4-C
Frontage Type Porch: Projecting Shopfront Stoop
LOT > < LOT > < LOT > <
PRIVATE ROW PRIVATE ROW PRIVATE ROW
FRONTAGE > < FRONTAGE > < FRONTAGE > <

Example

Description The Projecting Porch Frontage In the Shopfront Frontage the The Stoop Frontage has a
is open on three sides, and main facade of the building is facade aligned close to the
it may project in front of a at or near the frontage line with frontage line with the first story
building into the facade zone. an at-grade entrance along the elevated from the sidewalk
The main facade of the building public right-of-way. Shopfronts sufficiently to secure privacy
has a small-to-medium setback are typically intended for for first-story windows. The
from the frontage line. The retail or office uses and they entrance is usually an exterior
resulting front yard is typically have substantial glazing at the stair and landing. Stairs or
small and can be defined by a sidewalk level. Shopfronts may ramps from the stoop may lead
wall or fence to spatially define include awnings or cantilevered directly to the sidewalk or may
the edge of the street. shade structures that overlap provide access to the side.
the sidewalk. A shopfront may
be used in conjunction with
other frontage types. Syn: Retail
Frontage.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.070.C Frontage Types Overview

Table 19.09.070.C-1 Private Frontages Overview


Transect Zones T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS,
T5-N, T4-C
Frontage Type Terrace
LOT > <
PRIVATE ROW
FRONTAGE > <

Example

Description In the Terrace Frontage the


main facade of the building is
at or near the frontage line with
an elevated terrace providing
public circulation along the
facade. A terrace can be used
to provide at-grade access
while accommodating a grade
change. Frequently spaced
steps to access the terrace are
necessary to avoid dead walls
and to maximize accessibility.
Terraces are suitable for
conversion to outdoor cafes
and may be used in historic
industrial areas to mimic
historic loading docks.

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19.09.070.D Arcade City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.070.D Arcade Allowed in: T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS, T5-N, T4-C

A
B
C
A

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Setback Line
Grade Building

Arcade Arcade
1. Description
The Arcade Frontage Type is a covered walkway with
habitable space above that often encroaches over a
sidewalk into the right-of-way. An arcade should be
used to provide pedestrian circulation along a frontage
and it should extend far enough from the building to
provide adequate protection and circulation space for
pedestrians. An arcade is intended for buildings with
ground floor commercial uses and is common along
public courtyards and walkable streets.
2. Size
Depth, Clear 10 ft min. A
Ground floor height, Clear 14 ft min. B
Setback from back of curb 2 ft min. C
3. Miscellaneous
Arcades must have a consistent depth along a frontage.
Arcades with more than 2 floors of habitable space
above the colonnade must not encroach onto a public
right-of-way, and must be located so that they abut the
right-of-way.
Arcade Frontages must be used in conjunction with
the standards for the Shopfront Frontage Type. In case
of a conflict between them, the Arcade Frontage Type
standards prevail.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.070.E Common Yard

19.09.070.E Common Yard Allowed in: T5-N, T3-N

C
B

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Setback Line
Grade Building Common Yard

Common Yard
1. Description
In the Common Yard Frontage Type, the main facade of
the building has a large landscaped setback from the
frontage line providing a buffer from thoroughfares.
The front yard created remains unfenced and is visually
continuous with adjacent yards, supporting a common
landscape in conjunction with the other private
frontages.
2. Size
Depth 20 ft min. A
3. Miscellaneous
Fences between adjoining front yards or street
side yards or between the sidewalk and front B
yard are not allowed in Common Yard frontages.
Common Yard Frontages must be used in
conjunction with another allowed private C
frontage type, such as a Porch.

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19.09.070.F Dooryard City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.070.F Dooryard Allowed in: T5-M, T5-MS, T5-N

C
B

D
E A
C

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Setback Line
Grade Building
Door Yard

Dooryard
1. Description
In the Dooryard Frontage Type, the main facade of the
building is set back a small distance and the frontage
line is defined by a low wall or fence, creating a small
dooryard. The dooryard must not provide public
circulation along a right-of-way. The dooryard may be
raised, sunken, or at grade and is intended primarily
for ground-floor residential uses.
2. Size
Depth, Clear 8 ft min. A
Length 50 ft min. B
Distance between Glazing 4 ft min. C
Ground Floor
50% min.1
Transparency
Depth of Recessed Entries 5 ft max.
3 ft wide min.; 6 ft
Path of Travel D
max.
Finish Level above
3.5 ft max. E
Sidewalk
Finish Level below
6 ft max.
Sidewalk
3. Miscellaneous
For live/work, retail and service uses, these standards
are to be used in conjunction with those for the
Shopfront Frontage Type. In case of a conflict between
them, the Dooryard Frontage Type standards prevail.
Shall not be used for circulation for more than one
ground floor entry.
Note:
1
For live/work, retail, and service uses only.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.070.G Forecourt

19.09.070.G Forecourt Allowed in: T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS, T5-N, T3-N

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Setback Line
Grade Building

Forecourt
1. Description Forecourt

In the Forecourt Frontage Type, the main facade of


the building is at or near the frontage line and a small
percentage is set back, creating a small courtyard
space. The space could be used as an entry court or
shared garden space for residential buildings, or as an
additional shopping or restaurant seating area within
retail and service use areas.
2. Size
Width, Clear 12 ft min. A
Depth, Clear 12 ft min. B
Ratio, Height to Width 2:1 max.
3. Miscellaneous
The proportions and orientation of courtyard spaces
must be carefully considered for solar orientation and
user comfort. Source: Opticos Design, Inc.

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19.09.070.H Gallery City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.070.H Gallery Allowed in: T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS, T5-N, T4-C

A
C
E
D
B

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Setback Line
Grade Building

Gallery
Gallery
1. Description
In the Gallery Frontage Type, the main facade of the
building is at the frontage line and the gallery element
encroaches into the sidewalk of the right-of-way. This
Frontage Type is intended for buildings with ground-
floor commercial or retail uses and may be one or
two stories. Due to the encroachment into the right-
of-way, an easement is usually required with a license
agreement approved by the Department of Public
Works. Alternatively, the frontage line must be aligned
with the edge of the gallery and curb, and a sidewalk is
established within an easement under the gallery.
2. Size
Depth, Clear 8 ft min. A
Ground Floor Height, Clear 11 ft min. B
Upper Floor Height, Clear 9 ft min. C
Height 2 stories max. D
Setback from back of curb 2 ft min.; 3 ft max. E
3. Miscellaneous
Gallery Frontages must be used in conjunction with
the standards for the Shopfront Frontage Type. In case
of a conflict between them, the Gallery Frontage Type
standards prevail.
Galleries must have a consistent depth along a
frontage.
Galleries may project over a sidewalk.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.070.I Porch: Engaged

19.09.070.I Porch: Engaged Allowed in: T4-C, T3-N

E
A
C

B B F
D

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Setback Line
Grade Building
Porch Engaged
Porch: Engaged
1. Description
In the Engaged Porch Frontage Type, the main facade
of the building has a small-to-medium setback from
the frontage line. The resulting front yard is typically
small and can be defined by a wall or fence to spatially
maintain the edge of the street. The engaged porch has
two adjacent sides of the porch that are attached to the
building while the other two sides are open.
2. Size
Width, Clear 8 ft min. A
Depth, Clear 6 ft min. B
Height, Clear 8 ft min. C
Height 1 story max.
Finish Level above
1.5 ft min. D
Sidewalk
Furniture Area, Clear 4 ft X 6 ft min. E
3 ft wide min.; 6 ft
Path of Travel F
max.
3. Miscellaneous
Up to 40% of the building facade may project into the
facade zone.
Engaged porches must be open on two sides and have
a roof.
In zones where both porches and encroachments are
allowed, a porch and up to 40% of the building facade
are allowed encroaching elements.

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19.09.070.J Porch: Projecting City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.070.J Porch: Projecting Allowed in: T4-C, T3-N

C
F
E

D B
B

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Setback Line
Grade Building Porch Projecting

Porch: Projecting
1. Description
In the Projecting Porch Frontage Type, the main facade
of the building has a small-to-medium setback from the
frontage line. The resulting front yard is typically very
small and can be defined by a wall or fence to spatially
maintain the edge of the street. The projecting porch
is open on three sides and it may project in front of a
building into the facade zone.
2. Size
Width, Clear 8 ft min. A
Depth, Clear 6 ft min. B
Height, Clear 8 ft min. C
Height 1 story max.
Finish Level above
1.5 ft min. D
Sidewalk Source: tdwhs.nwasco.k12.or.us
Furniture Area, Clear 4 ft X 6 ft min. E
3 ft wide min.; 6 ft
Path of Travel F
max.
3. Miscellaneous
Projecting porches must be open on three sides and
have a roof.
In zones where both porches and encroachments are
allowed, a porch is an allowable encroaching element.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.070.K Shopfront

19.09.070.K Shopfront Allowed in: T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS, T5-N, T4-C

B C

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Setback Line
Shopfront
Grade Building

Shopfront
1. Description
In the Shopfront Frontage Type, the main facade of the
building is placed at or near the frontage line with an
at-grade entrance along the public right-of-way. It is
intended for retail or service uses and has substantial
glazing at the sidewalk level. This frontage may include
an awning or projecting shade structure that may
overlap the sidewalk. A shopfront may be used in
conjunction with other frontage types.
2. Size
Distance between Glazing 2 ft min. A
Ground Floor Transparency 75% min.
Depth of Recessed Entries1 5 ft max.
3. Awning
Depth 4 ft min. B
Setback from back of curb 2 ft min. C
Height 8 ft min. D
4. Miscellaneous
Residential windows shall not be used.
Doors may be recessed as long as the main facade is at
the frontage line.
Operable awnings are encouraged.
Open-ended awnings are encouraged.
Shopfronts with accordion-style doors/windows or
other operable windows that allow the space to open
to the street are encouraged.
Notes:
1
A recessed entry may be designed in a variety of configurations
(recessed door, sawtooth pattern, etc.).

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19.09.070.L Stoop City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.070.L Stoop Allowed in: T5-MS, T5-N, T3-N

C
B

D B

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Setback Line
Grade Building
Stoop
Stoop
1. Description
In the Stoop Frontage Type, the main facade of the
building is near the frontage line and the elevated
stoop engages the sidewalk. The stoop must be
elevated above the sidewalk to ensure privacy within
the building. The entrance is usually an exterior stair
and landing. A stoop is appropriate for residential uses
with small setbacks.
2. Size
Width, Clear 5 ft min.; 8 ft max. A
Depth, Clear 5 ft min.; 8 ft max. B
Height, Clear 8 ft min. C
Height 1 story max.
Depth of Recessed Entries 6 ft max.
Finish Level above
1.5 ft min. D
Sidewalk
3 ft wide min.; 6 ft
Path of Travel E
max.
3. Miscellaneous
Stairs may be perpendicular or parallel to the building
facade.
Ramps must be placed parallel to the facade or along
the side of the building.
The entry doors are encouraged to be covered or
recessed to provide shelter from the elements.
Gates are not allowed.
All doors must face the street.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.070.M Terrace

19.09.070.M Terrace Allowed in: T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS, T5-N, T4-C

A C

Key for Diagrams


Lot Line Setback Line
Terrace
Grade Building

Terrace
1. Description
In the Terrace Frontage the main facade of the building
is at or near the frontage line with an elevated terrace
providing public circulation along the facade. A
terrace can be used to provide at-grade access while
accommodating a grade change, and is often used in
combination with a shopfront. Frequently spaced steps
to access the terrace are necessary to avoid dead walls
and to maximize accessibility. Terraces are suitable
for conversion to outdoor cafes and may be used in
historic industrial areas to mimic historic loading docks.
2. Size
Depth, Clear 8 ft min. A
Finish Level above
3.5 ft max. B
Sidewalk
Length of Terrace 150 ft max.
Distance between Stairs 50 ft max. C
3. Miscellaneous
Low walls used as seating are encouraged.

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19.09.080 CIVIC SPACE STANDARDS
Subsections:
19.09.080.A Purpose
19.09.080.B Applicability
19.09.080.C Civic Space Types Overview
19.09.080.D Greenway (Placeholder)
19.09.080.E Urban Park
19.09.080.F Square
19.09.080.G Plaza
19.09.080.H Pocket Plaza
19.09.080.I Pocket Park
19.09.080.J Community Garden
19.09.080.K Playground

19.09.080.A Purpose
The purpose of this Section is to provide the standards for pre-approved civic space types that are
appropriate to use within the Transect Zones. These standards are intended to ensure that these civic spaces
reinforce the highly valued walkable character and scale of the City’s Downtown districts and neighborhoods.

19.09.080.B Applicability
This Section describes the standards for development of civic spaces throughout the Transect Zones that
apply to all proposed new development. They must be considered in combination with the standards for the
applicable zone in LVMC Section 19.09.050 (Transect Zone Standards). Where these standards conflict with the
provisions of the Unified Development Code, the standards in this Section applies.

19.09.080.C Civic Space Types Overview


1. The civic spaces of a downtown are important public elements that provide open space and recreational
opportunities. The best civic spaces become the “outdoor living rooms” of the City and they play an
important role in placemaking by providing places where the community can come together to celebrate
events, relax, and socialize. The standards for civic spaces must be considered alongside building form,
building types, frontage types, and thoroughfares to shape a quality urban environment.
2. There are six different civic space types, together with supplementary standards for community
gardens and playgrounds, which may be assigned to one or more Transect Zones. These supplementary
civic space types may be established as a standalone civic space or may be incorporated into any of the
civic space types.
3. The dimensional requirements of each civic space are regulatory. The descriptions of each civic space,
with the character, allowed/typical uses, and stormwater management techniques, are descriptive, and
they delineate a broad range of possible characteristics and uses for each of the civic spaces. It is not
intended that each civic space provide the full range of typical uses and characteristics listed, but that
the entire network of civic spaces within the Transect Zones provide a desirable mix and complementary
range of civic space opportunities.

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19.09.080.C Civic Space Types Overview City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Table 19.09.080.C-1 Civic Space Types Overview


Transect Zones T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS, T5-N, T4-C, T6-UG, T5-C, T5-MS, T5-N, T4-C,
T3-N T3-N
Civic Space Type Greenway (Placeholder) Urban Park Square
Example

Description Greenways are a linear space Urban parks provide a Squares provide a public urban
for community gathering and central open-space focus for open space for civic purposes,
strolling for nearby residents and neighborhoods or groups of commercial activity, unstructured
employees. These spaces are neighborhoods. They are useful recreation, and other passive
defined by the tree-lined streets for unstructured recreation and uses. Squares are defined by
forming a one-way couplet on smaller structured recreational buildings and tree-lined streets
their flanks as well as by the facilities. These larger parks may with open shelters, paths, lawns,
buildings beyond. Greenways also serve as civic amenities for open areas, hardscape areas,
tend to have narrow dimensions the larger community. They are and trees formally arranged.
that support passive use and spatially defined by building These spaces include seating
can serve as a green connector frontages or landscaping, and opportunities, walkways, and
between destinations. typically consist of formal and landscape materials at all edges.
natural landscape elements that
combine paths, lawn, or open
areas, and tree planting.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.080.C Civic Space Types Overview

Table 19.09.080.C-1 Civic Space Types Overview

Transect Zones T6-UG, T5-C, T5-M, T5-MS, T5-N, T6-UG, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS, T5-N, T5-M, T5-C, T5-MS, T4-C, T3-N
T4-C T4-C
Civic Space Type Plaza Pocket Plaza Pocket Park
Example

Description Plazas add to the vitality of Pocket plazas are small-scaled Pocket parks provide small-
streets within more urban areas civic spaces that function in a scale public urban open spaces
and create formal open spaces similar manner and follow the intended to provide recreational
available for civic purposes and same rules as a larger plaza. opportunities where space is
commercial activity. These spaces These smaller-scaled spaces limited in close proximity to
are located at street corners create more intimate places for neighborhood residences. Pocket
and are defined by building seating or dining and provide parks are often located between
frontages. They are typically a place for commercial and buildings and developments, on
hardscaped with formally neighborhood activity . These irregular shaped sites and on
arranged trees. plazas can also be used to create single vacant lots.
a formal space in front of a
prominent building entrance.

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19.09.080.C Civic Space Types Overview City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Table 19.09.080.C-1 Civic Space Types Overview


Transect Zones T6-UG, T5-MS, T5-N, T4-C, T3-N T6-UG, T5-M, T5-MS, T5-N, T4-C,
T3-N
Supplemental
Community Garden Playground
Civic Space Type
Example

Description Community gardens provide Playgrounds provide an open


space for garden plots in a space designed and equipped
publicly accessible area that are for children’s recreation.
available to nearby residents They are interspersed within
for small-scale cultivation. residential areas in locations
These gardens may be provided where children do not have to
as a component of other cross major streets. They may
publicly accessible civic-space be freestanding, placed within
types or may be provided as a a block, or located within larger
freestanding open space. parks and other civic space types.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.080.D Greenway (Placeholder)

19.09.080.D Greenway (Placeholder)

Greenway
1. Description
Placeholder
2. Size and Location
Placeholder
3. Allowed/Typical Uses
Placeholder
4. Stormwater Management Techniques
Placeholder

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19.09.080.E Urban Park City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.080.E Urban Park

Source: westjetmagzine.com

Urban Park
1. Description
A large open space available for civic purposes, limited
commercial activity, and unstructured recreation for
neighborhoods or groups of neighborhoods.
2. Size and Location
Area Min. 0.50 acres
Width 100 ft min.
Depth 100 ft min.
Frontage Must have a frontage on a min. of 2
streets
Character Formal and/or natural
Paths, lawns, and trees are formally
arranged
Walkways and planting at all edges
Civic element at a prominent location
3. Allowed/Typical Uses Source: timeout.com
Passive/active (unstructured) open space
Civic uses, including outdoor pavilions, open-air
shelters, community gathering, outdoor seating, public
restrooms
Trails for bicycles and pedestrians
Community gardens
Playgrounds
Public art
4. Stormwater Management Techniques
Bioretention BMPs
Extended detention basins
Integrated runoff
Porous pavers
Landscaping

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.080.F Square

19.09.080.F Square

Source: e-architect.co.uk

Square
1. Description
A space for unstructured recreation and civic purposes.
2. Size and Location
Area 0.50 - 5 acres
Width 100 ft min.
Depth 100 ft min.
Frontage Must have a frontage on a min. of 2
streets
Character Formal
Spatially defined by buildings and
tree-lined streets
Walkways and planting at all edges
Frequently located at the intersection
of important thoroughfares
Abundant seating opportunities
May be hardscaped or landscaped Source: swagroup.com

3. Allowed/Typical Uses
Passive (unstructured) recreation, no organized sports
Civic uses, including outdoor pavilions, open-air
shelters, community gathering, outdoor seating
Commercial uses, including farmer’s market and
outdoor dining
Paths
Community gardens
Playgrounds
Public art/creative space
4. Stormwater Management Techniques
French drains
Porous pavers
Landscaping

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19.09.080.G Plaza City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.080.G Plaza

Source: swagroup.com

Plaza
1. Description
A space for civic and commercial activities.
2. Size and Location
Area 0.25 - 2 acres
Width 100 ft min.
Depth 40 ft min.
Frontage Must have building frontages on a
min. of 3 streets
Character Formal
Primarily hardscape
Trees and planting
Frequently located at the intersection
of important streets
3. Allowed/Typical Uses
Passive/active (unstructured) open space
Civic uses, including outdoor pavilions, open-air Source: Princeton Public Library
shelters, outdoor assembly, outdoor seating, public
restrooms
Commercial uses, including a farmer’s market and
outdoor dining
Playgrounds
Public art
4. Stormwater Management Techniques
Dry wells
French drains
Swales
Porous pavers
Landscaping

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.080.H Pocket Plaza

19.09.080.H Pocket Plaza

Source: Halvorson Design Partnership

Pocket Plaza
1. Description
A compact space for civic and commercial activities.
2. Size and Location
Area 0.10 - 1 acres
Width 75 ft min.
Depth 75 ft min.
Frontage Must have building frontages on a
min. of 3 streets
Character Formal
Primarily hardscape
Trees and planting
3. Allowed/Typical Uses
Passive/active (unstructured) open space
Civic uses, including outdoor pavilions, open-air
shelters, outdoor assembly, outdoor seating, public
restrooms Source: gehlinstitute.org

Commercial uses, including farmer’s market and


outdoor dining
Playgrounds
Public art
4. Stormwater Management Techniques
Dry wells
French drains
Area drains
Porous pavers
Landscaping

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19.09.080.I Pocket Park City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.080.I Pocket Park

Source: xconomy.com

Pocket Park
1. Description
A compact space for a wide range of informal activities
in close proximity to neighborhood residences.
2. Size and Location
Area Max. 0.50 acres
Width 40 ft min.
Depth 40 ft min.
Frontage Must have building frontages on a
min. of 2 sides
Character Formal or informal
Trees and planting
3. Allowed/Typical Uses
Passive/active (unstructured) open space
Civic uses, including picnic shelters, casual seating
Trails and paths
Source: fairfaxcounty.gov
Community gardens
Public art
4. Stormwater Management Techniques
Bioretention BMPs
Integrated runoff
Swales
Porous pavers
Landscaping

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.080.J Community Garden

19.09.080.J Community Garden

Source: brownstoner.com

Community Garden
1. Description
An open space with a collection of garden plots that are
available to nearby residents for small-scale cultivation.
May be provided as a component of other civic space
types, or as freestanding open space, and may be on
a roof. May be fenced to protect edible plants from
wildlife.
2. Size and Location
Area 0.10 - 1 acres
Width No min.
Depth No min.
Frontage Independent of building frontages
Character Formal or informal
Space organized for growing food
Passive open space
Regularly spaced planting beds Source: ourcanadaproject.ca
3. Allowed/Typical Uses
Community gardens
Small accessory structures for storage
4. Stormwater Management Techniques
Bioretention BMPs
Integrated runoff
Permeable paving
Rainwater harvesting

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19.09.080.K Playground City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.080.K Playground

Source: Halvorson Design Partnership

Playground
1. Description
An open space equipped and designed for children’s
recreation. Playgrounds may be located within other
civic space types, or as freestanding open space, and
may be on a roof.
2. Size and Location
Area No min.
Width No min.
Depth No min.
Frontage Independent of building frontages
Character Formal or informal
Interspersed within residential areas
Fenced with minimal exits
May include open shelter
Protected from traffic
3. Allowed/Typical Uses Source: exerplay.com

Playgrounds
Picnic facilities and outdoor seating
Public art/creative space
4. Stormwater Management Techniques
Bioretention BMPs
Porous pavers
Landscaping

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19.09.090 THOROUGHFARE STANDARDS
Subsections:
19.09.090.A Purpose
19.09.090.B Applicability
19.09.090.C Thoroughfare Standards Overview
19.09.040.D 18B Las Vegas Arts District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.040.E Cashman District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.040.F Civic & Business District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.040.G Design District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.040.H Founders District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.040.I Fremont East Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.040.J Gateway District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.040.K Historic Westside Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.040.L Las Vegas Medical District Thoroughfare Plan
19.09.040.M Market District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.040.N Resort & Casino District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)
19.09.040.O Symphony Park District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)

19.09.090.A Purpose
The purpose of this Section is to establish standards for pre-approved thoroughfare components and
assemblies that are appropriate to use within the Transect Zones. These components and assemblies
can be combined to form thoroughfares that can be used in new developments to create walkable urban
environments that reinforce the highly valued walkable character and scale of the City’s Downtown districts
and neighborhoods.

19.09.090.B Applicability
1. This Section describes the standards for development of thoroughfares within the Transect Zones. It
supplements the City of Las Vegas Engineering Standards. Where these guidelines conflict with the
Engineering Standards, the Engineering Standards must apply.
2. These thoroughfare standards may be applied to transform existing streets or to create new walkable
urban thoroughfares within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District.
3. Additional thoroughfare standards and assemblies can be integrated into this Section as they are
approved by the City.

19.09.090.C Thoroughfare Standards Overview


the Thoroughfare standards are intended to support the character of the neighborhoods and context-based
placemaking, while providing a guideline to establish and reinforce a hierarchy for the mobility infrastructure
that complements the standards applicable to the Transect Zones as described in 19.09.050. As such, all right-
of-way within areas regulated by 19.09 shall be mapped with a Thoroughfare Plan that identifies Primary,
Secondary, and Tertiary Thoroughfares, as described in this Section.

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19.09.090.D 18B Las Vegas Arts District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder) City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

In addition to the standards contained in this Section, the provisions established by 19.04 regarding
Downtown Thoroughfare Types, shall apply.

1. Primary Thoroughfares

Primary Thoroughfares accommodate high levels of pedestrian activity and high levels of vehicular traffi c.
On Primary Streets, active uses – residential, retail, restaurant or offi ce – lining parking structures and on the
first floor of buildings, and restricted vehicular access enhance the pedestrian experience. Primary streets
provide the opportunity for more intense, urban development including shallow setbacks and, in some cases,
increased building height. Primary Thoroughfares are the highest order thoroughfare.

2. Secondary Thoroughfares

Secondary Thoroughfares have moderate levels of pedestrian activity and moderate levels of vehicular traffi c.
Secondary Streets may be mixed-use or more residential in character

3. Tertiary Thoroughfares

Tertiary Streets are visually less prominent than Primary and Secondary streets, and usually have narrower
Right-of-Way width. Traditionally, Tertiary Thoroughfares have been city alleys. They may function as “back of
house” for buildings with multiple street frontages. Care should be taken to make these streets as pedestrian-
friendly as possible while accommodating loading and access needs. Secondary Thoroughfares are the second
highest order thoroughfare.

4. Thoroughfares Hierarchy for Frontages, Vehicular Access, and Utility Location

a. Frontages: For the purposes of applying the standards provided in Section 19.09.050 (Transect Zones)
and 19.09.070 (Frontage Type Standards) the side of the lot facing the higher order thoroughfare shall
be considered as the frontage, or front, of the lot. Tertiary Thoroughfares are the third highest order
thoroughfare. Whenever two or more sides of the lot face Primary Thoroughfares, all such sides shall be
considered the frontage, or front.

b. Vehicular Access and Utilities Location: For the purposes of applying the standards provided in Section
19.09.050 (Transect Zones), including, but not limited to, standards related to driveway access and parking,
whenever possible, vehicular access shall be located along a thoroughfare of the lower order; and all utilities,
whenever possible, shall be located along the perimeter of thoroughfare of the lower order.

19.09.090.D 18B Las Vegas Arts District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.090.E Cashman District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.090.F Civic & Business District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.090.G Design District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)

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Placeholder

19.09.090.H Founders District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.090.I Fremont East District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.090.J Gateway District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.090.K Historic Westside District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)


Placeholder

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19.09.090.L Las Vegas Medical District Thoroughfare Plan City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

19.09.090.L Las Vegas Medical District Thoroughfare Plan


Figure 19.09.090.L-1
Thoroughfare Plan - Hierarchy

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Figure 19.09.090.L-2
Thoroughfare Plan - Downtown Thoroughfare Types

19.09.090.M Market District (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.090.N Resort & Casino District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)


Placeholder

19.09.090.O Symphony Park District Thoroughfare Plan (Placeholder)


Placeholder

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19.09.100 SUPPLEMENTAL TO TRANSECT ZONES
Subsections:
19.09.100.A Purpose
19.09.100.B Applicability
19.09.100.C Fencing and Screening Standards
19.09.100.D Flood Control and LID Standards
19.09.100.E Landscaping Standards
19.09.100.F Outdoor Lighting Standards
19.09.100.G Parking Standards
19.09.100.H Sign Standards
19.09.100.I Incentives for Development Under the Form-Based Code (Placeholder)
19.09.100.J Additional Standards for Large Developments

19.09.100.A Purpose
The purpose of this Section is to provide a cross-reference from the Form-Based Code provisions of LVMD
19.09 to the additional standards found in the Unified Development Code.

19.09.100.B Applicability
1. This Section applies to all new development within the Downtown Las Vegas Overlay District as further
described in Section 19.09.020 (Purpose and Intent).
2. If there is a conflict between any standards established in the Transect Zones (Section 19.09.050
(Transect Zone Standards)) and any standards included in the Unified Development Code, the most
restrictive standard applies.
3. For the purpose of applying Sections 19.09.100.C. (Fencing and Screening Standards), 19.09.100.E
(Landscaping Standards), 19.08.040.F (Outdoor Lighting Standards), and 19.08.040.H (Sign Standards),
the Director or Director’s designee shall determine whether the standards for residential or commercial
zones shall apply, based on the following:
a. The vision, objectives, and goals as established in the 2045 Downtown Las Vegas Master Plan
b. The scale of the subject property as well as the block and neighborhood context of the surrounding area
c. The individual land use, or uses, of the subject property

19.09.100.C Fencing and Screening Standards


1. Standards for fencing and screening in all residential zones are established in LVMC Section 19.06.040.H
(Fences and Walls).
2. Standards and procedures for fencing and screening in all commercial zones are established in LVMC
Section 19.08.040.E (Urban Design, Screening and Lighting).

19.09.030.D Flood Control and LID Standards


The standards and procedures for flood control and the regulation and management of stormwater are
established in LVMC Title 20 (Flood Control).

19.09.100.E Landscaping Standards

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19.09.100.F Outdoor Lighting Standards City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

1. Standards for landscaping required in all residential zones are established in LVMC Section 19.06
(Residential Districts – Purpose and Development and Design Standards). The Director shall determine
the amount of landscaping required for a particular building type placed within any of the Transect
Zones based on the building type best matching the zone/use designation in LVMC Section 19.06 and
LVMC Section 19.08.040.F (Landscape Buffers and Turf Limitations), when applicable.
2. Standards for landscaping required in all commercial zones are established in LVMC Section 19.08
(Commercial and Industrial Districts – Purpose and Development and Design Standards). The Director
shall determine the amount of landscaping required for a particular building type placed within any of
the Transect Zones based on the building type best matching the zone/use designation in LVMC Section
19.08 and LVMC Section 19.08.040.F (Landscape Buffers and Turf Limitations).

19.09.100.F Outdoor Lighting Standards


1. Standards for outdoor lighting in all residential zones are established in LVMC Section 19.06.040
(Development Standards).
2. Standards and procedures for outdoor lighting in all commercial zones are established in LVMC Section
19.08.040.E (Urban Design, Screening and Lighting).

19.09.100.G Parking Standards


1. The standards for minimum and maximum on-site parking requirements for individual uses are
based on a combination of LVMC Section 19.12.060 (Parking Requirements), Table G-1 below, and the
Downtown Parking Load Map (Fig. G-1), as amended from time to time, which indicate the estimated
parking load based on neighborhood context, location, access, and current and future infrastructure.

Table G-1 Form-Based Code Parking Requirements


Load (Zone) Required Parking Spaces
Low Load (Zone 1) Minimum 40% and Maximum 60% of the parking requirement indicated in
19.12.060 for the individual use
Medium Load (Zone 2) Minimum 45% and Maximum 65% of the parking requirement indicated in
19.12.060 for the individual use
High Load (Zone 3) Minimum 50% and Maximum 70% of the parking requirement indicated in
19.12.060 for the individual use
How to apply the Form-Based Code Parking Requirements:
a. Find the Parking Requirements for the individual use as set forth in 19.12.060 and calculate the
amount of parking required. The first 2,000 square feet of GFA of Retail Trade and Employment &
Services Use Types (Refer to Section 19.09.050.I Tables) are exempt from this calculation.
b. Find your property location on the Downtown Parking Load Map and identify if the Parking Load
Zone is High (red), Medium (yellow), or Low (green) as indicated in Figure G-1.
c. Using the required parking amount as calculated in step #1; identify the minimum and maximum
required parking by utilizing the percentage based on the Parking Load Zone. See the example
below:

Table G-2 Form-Based Code Parking Requirements Calculations Workflow

19.12.060 Parking Parking Load Zone is Medium (Zone 2) Form-Based Code Parking Requirement
Requirement

20 spaces Minimum 50% and Maximum 70% of the Minimum Required


parking requirement 19.12.060 for Parking Spaces: 10
the individual use Maximum Required
Parking Spaces: 14

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code 19.09.100.G Parking Standards

d. Comply with the requirement. If not compliant, the project will need the approval of a Variance as
set forth in LVMC Section 19.16.140.

Figure G-1 Downtown Parking Load Map

2. Required parking as set forth and calculated accordingly to in LVMC Section 19.09.100.G.1 may be
reduced as set forth in LVMC Section 19.18.030.D.4 (Parking Alternatives).
3. The standards for the design and layout of parking areas for all commercial and multi-family residential
uses are established in LVMC Section 19.08.110 (Commercial and Industrial Parking Design Standards).
4. Bicycle Parking Standards
a. Bicycle spaces must have racks anchored so that they cannot be easily removed and racks must be
designed so that the wheel and frame of the bicycle can be locked securely to it with a chain, cable,
or padlock.

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19.09.100.H Sign Standards City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

b. Where required, the bicycle parking spaces must be visible from one of the main entrances of the
principal building, and placed within 40 feet of the entrance.
c. The development, design, and placement of all bicycle parking spaces requires the Director’s approval.

Table G-3 Bicycle Parking Requirements


Use Required Parking Spaces
Residential (over 20 units only) 2 min., plus 1 per every 20 units
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly 2 min., plus 1 per every 8,000 GFA
Retail Trade 2 min., plus 1 per every 10,000 GFA
Employment and Services 2 min., plus 1 per every 20,000 GFA
Telecommunication Facilities --
Other --
Urban Agriculture --

19.09.100.H Sign Standards


1. Standards and procedures for permanent and temporary signs allowed in all residential zones are
established in LVMC Section 19.06.140 (Residential Sign Standards).
2. Standards and procedures for permanent and temporary signs allowed in all commercial zones are
established in LVMC Section 19.08.120 (Commercial and Industrial District Sign Standards).

19.09.100.I Incentives for Development Under the Form-Based Code (Placeholder)


This Subsection will be developed in the future to enable the inclusion of incentives into the Form-Based Code
that are intended to incentivize appropriate new development. These incentives could include, for example,
reductions in the number of parking spaces required and expedited approval processes.

The City could also include the concept of a Community Benefits Program into the Form-Based Code. This
program could, for example, allow a developer to increase the height of a building by a defined number of stories
in exchange for providing a community benefit, such as guaranteed affordable housing, a community park or
plaza, etc. If the City pursues such a program it will need to be carefully calibrated to specific Transect Zones and
Districts within Downtown Las Vegas.

19.09.100.J Additional Standards for Large Developments


For new development proposed on a large development site, i.e. a development proposed on 50 percent or more
of an existing block, the following standards to ensure pedestrian connectivity through a block, shall apply;

1. A pedestrian passage must be provided to provide convenient and easy walking access through the block
between adjoining public thoroughfares. Pedestrian passages are restricted to pedestrian use and may
have limited vehicular access.
2. Pedestrian passages must ideally be located near the middle of a block, and are intended to provide
connectivity to existing pedestrian networks and connect to other public spaces such as plazas or
courtyards, thoroughfares, alleys, and parking garages.
3. A pedestrian passage provides additional frontage opportunities for the commercial (retail and restaurant)
and/or residences houses along its edges. This public space may also provide an opportunity for informal or
formal community gathering.
4. Pedestrian passages must be designated as a public access easement or public right of way and must be a
minimum of 20 feet in width with a paved walkway a minimum of 10 feet wide.

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DEFINITIONS USED IN THE FORM-BASED CODE
The terms listed below will be incorporated within Chapter 19.18 (Definitions and Measures) of the Unified
Development Code, into LVMC Section 19.18.020 (Words and Terms Defined).

A Definitions
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU). A subordinate dwelling unit added to, created within, or detached from a
dwelling that provides basic requirements for independent living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation
for one or more persons and which is located on the same lot as a single-family unit or other building
type allowed under the T-Zone or Zoning District, as described in LVMC 19.09, 19.06, and 19.08, utilized for
residential purposes. [Replaces existing definition for Accessory Structure, Class 1.]

Active Ground Floor. A street frontage that allows for active visual engagement between the people outside
of a structure and the use, activities, or people, located in the structure’s ground floor. In an active ground
floor the front façade of buildings and the main entrance face and open towards the right-of-way along wich
pedestrian access is provided. Along perimeters designated as Active Ground Floor on the regulating plan, the
Shopfront frontage must be selected, and only non-reflective clear glass or non-reflective tinted glass with a
visible light transmittance of about 60 percent must be used.

Architectural Feature. An architectural element, which alone or as part of a pattern, embodies the style,
design, or general arrangement of the exterior of a building or structure, including but not limited to the kind,
color, and texture of building materials, and style and type of windows, doors, lights, porches, and signs.
[Replaces existing definition.]

Awning. A roof or cover that projects from the wall of a building over a door or window, and made of canvas,
aluminum or a similar material, which may be fixed in place or retractable for the purpose of shielding a
doorway or window from the elements.

B Definitions
Balcony. A platform that projects from the wall of a building and is enclosed by a parapet or railing.

Block Face. The aggregate of all the building facades on one side of a block. The block face provides the
context for establishing the architectural form of the edge of the block.

Bungalow Court. A building type that consists of a series of small, detached structures on a single lot,
providing multiple units that are arranged to define a shared court.

Building Entrance. The place of pedestrian ingress and egress to a building most frequently used by the
public.

Building Form. The overall shape and dimensions of a building.

Building, Main Body. The primary massing of a building.

Building, Primary. See the definition for Building, Principal.

Building, Secondary Wing. A building or structure that is physically attached to a primary building and that is
secondary and incidental to the primary building. This definition does not include a parking structure.

Building Type. A structure defined by a combination of its configuration, placement on a lot, and function.

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C Definitions City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

C Definitions
Ceiling Height, Ground Floor. The height from the finished floor to the finished ceiling of primary rooms
on the ground floor, not including secondary rooms such as bathrooms, closets, utility rooms, and storage
spaces.

Ceiling Height, Upper Floor(s). The height from the finished floor to the finished ceiling of primary rooms on
the floor(s) above the ground floor, not including secondary rooms such as bathrooms, closets, utility rooms,
and storage spaces.

Chamfered Corner. An external wall of a building that connects two perpendicular exterior walls, typically at
a symmetrical 45-degree angle that creates a beveled edge to the building rather than a 90-degree corner.

Source: slideshare.net Source: Opticos Design, Inc.

Civic. A term defining not-for-profit organizations that are dedicated to arts, culture, education, recreation,
government, transit, and public parking facilities

Civic Space. An outdoor area dedicated for public gathering and civic activities.

Common Yard. A frontage type that has no fences or walls between front yards or between the front yard
and the sidewalk that is visually continuous across multiple parcels providing a common landscaped area.

Corner Entry. A pedestrian entrance located on the corner of a building.

Courtyard. An unroofed area that is completely or partially enclosed by walls or buildings and often shared
by multiple residential units or commercial spaces.

Courtyard Building. A large structure composed of multiple attached or stacked units accessed from a
shared courtyard, a series of courtyards, or a common corridor.

Covered Parking. A portion of a parking area in which a shade structure(s) have been installed to provide
shade for parked vehicles.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code D Definitions

D Definitions
Depth, Ground Floor Space. The distance from the street-facing façade to the rear interior wall of the
ground-floor space available for an allowed use.

Distance Between Entries. The horizontal distance measured parallel to the façade between entrances to a
building or buildings.

Dooryard. A frontage type with a shallow setback and front garden or patio, usually with a low wall at the
frontage line, typically used in association with ground floor residential uses.

Downtown Industrial. Uses that are industrial in nature but are deemed compatible with the surrounding
downtown uses and help enhance job opportunities in a centralized location. These uses, for which the
single individual use condition is replaced by a uniform list of conditions, include, for example: Auto Repair
Garage, Major; Auto Repair Garage, Minor; Building & Landscape Material/Lumberyard; Building Maintenance
Service and Sales; Cleaners, Commercial/Industrial; Cold Storage Plant; Construction Material Supply
Yard; Contractor’s Plant, Shop & Storage Yard; Custom & Craft Work; Garden Supply/Plant nursery; Heavy
Machinery and Equipment (Rental, Sales, and Service); Light Assembly & Fabrication; Manufacturing, Light;
Post Office, Regional; Rail/Transit Yard or Shop; Warehouse/Distribution Center; Welding Repair; Wholesale
Showroom Facility.

Downtown Residential. Uses that are residential in nature and condusive to a diverse mix of housing options
throughout the twelve Downtown Districts. These uses include, for example, the following: Single Family,
Attached; Single Family, Detached; Single Family, Zero Lot Line; Townhouse; Two-Family Dwelling; Multi-
Family Residential. In order for such uses to be allowed, a compatible Building Type allowed in the Zone as per
19.09.050 must be selected; if the use is not compatible with any Building Type allowed within a specific Zone,
the use is not allowed in that Zone.

Downtown Retail. Stores and shops selling many lines of merchandise to the ultimate consumer for any
purpose other than for resale, including, for example, the following stores and lines of merchandise: Art
galleries, retail; Auction House; Banquet Facility; Copy Center; Desktop Publishing; General Retail Store, Other
Than Listed; Garden Supply/Plant Nursery; Internet/Catalogue Sales Office; Laundry, Self-Service; Pet Shop;
Rental Store; Secondhand Dealer; Shopping Center; Sound Stage; Thrift Shop.

Downtown Services. Facilities primarily engaged in providing personal services, commercial services,
and miscellaneous repair services and shops, including, for example, the following: Animal Hospital, Clinic,
or Shelter (with no Outside Pens); Business School; Catering Service; Check Cashing Service, Limited;
Employment Agency; Financial Institution (General); General Personal Service; Health Club; Massage
Accessory; Martial Arts Studio; Post Office, Local Service; Printing & Publishing; Tutoring Center; Trade School;
Wedding Chapel.

Duplex - Front and Back. A residential building designed to be occupied by two families living independently
of each other with two attached dwelling units on one lot with one unit placed behind the other and sharing a
common wall. [Replaces existing definition for Duplex.]

Duplex - Side by Side. A residential building designed to be occupied by two families living independently of
each other with two attached dwelling units on one lot with two side–by-side living units sharing a common
wall.

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E Definitions City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Duplex - Stacked. A residential building designed to be occupied by two families living independently of each
other with two attached dwelling units on one lot with one unit stacked on top of the other.

E Definitions
Encroachment into Façade Zone. Any architectural feature, structure, or structural element, such as an
arcade, gallery, fence, garden wall, porch, stoop, balcony, bay window, or terrace, that breaks the plane of a
horizontal regulatory limit extending into the façade zone or a setback, or into the public right-of-way.

Entry. An opening, such as a door, passage, or gate, that allows access to a building.

F Definitions
Façade, Primary. The exterior wall of a building facing a primary street.

Façade, Secondary. The exterior wall of a building facing a secondary street or side street.

Façade Zone. The area between the minimum and maximum setback lines along the front of a parcel and
along the side street of a corner parcel.

Finish Level, Ground Floor. The height difference between the finished floor on the ground floor and the
adjacent public sidewalk.

Flex Low-Rise Building. A medium- to large-size structure on a large lot that may incorporate structured
parking. In this building type, each unit may have its own individual entry, or units may share a common entry,
accessed from the street or a courtyard or series of courtyards. It can be used to provide a vertical mix of uses
or may be a single-use building.

Flex Mid-Rise Building. A medium- to large-size structure built on a large lot that typically incorporates multi-
level structured parking that is used to provide a vertical mix of uses or may be a single-use building.

Flex High-Rise Building. A large and tall structure built on a large lot that typically incorporates multi-level
structured parking used to provide a vertical mix of uses with ground-floor retail or service uses, and service
or residential uses on upper floors. This building type is a primary component of an urban downtown.

Footprint. The outline of the area of ground covered by the foundations of a building or structure.

Forecourt. The Forecourt Frontage has a portion of the façade close to the frontage line while the central
portion is set back creating a small courtyard space. The courtyard may be used as an entry court or as
shared garden space for apartment buildings, or as an additional shopping or restaurant seating area within
retail and service areas.

Frontage. A strip of land abutting a thoroughfare, civic space, or other public right-of-way.

Frontage Private. The area between the building façade and the shared lot line between the public
right-of-way and the lot.
Frontage Public. The area between the curb of the vehicular lanes and the edge of the right-of-way.

Frontage Line. The lot line(s) of a lot fronting a thoroughfare or other public way, or a civic space.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code G Definitions

Furniture Area. The portion of the sidewalk that allows for the placement of street trees, transit stops, street
lights, benches, trash containers, bike racks, or other street furnishings or equipment without restricting the
movement of pedestrians.

G Definitions
Gallery. A frontage type typically used in retail applications where the façade is aligned close to the frontage
line with an attached cantilevered shed roof or a lightweight colonnade overlapping the sidewalk.

Glazing. The windows and other openings in a building in which glass is installed.

Greenway. (Placeholder)

Ground Floor. The floor of a building located nearest to the level of the ground around the building.

H Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “H” are currently defined.

I Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “I” are currently defined.

J Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “J” are currently defined.

K Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “K” are currently defined.

L Definitions
Large House. A large detached structure consisting of one unit usually sited on a large lot.

Lined Building. A two-part building consisting of an exterior occupiable building specifically designed to
mask the interior building consisting of a parking structure, building with few windows, or parking lot, from a
frontage.

Live/Work. An integrated housing unit and working space, occupied and utilized by a single household in
a building, either single-family dwelling or multiple-family dwelling, that has been designed or structurally
modified to accommodate joint residential occupancy and work activity, and which includes a complete
kitchen space and sanitary facilities and working space reserved for, and regularly used by, one or more
occupants of the unit. [Replaces existing definition for Live/Work Unit.]

Loading Dock. A platform where cargo from vehicles or trains can be loaded or unloaded.

Loft. A building type built to be a space adaptable to a variety of purposes thanks to floorplan, materials, and
site layout considerations that help facilitate the coexistence between dissimilar uses.

M Definitions
Medium House. A medium-size detached structure, consisting of one unit, usually sited on a medium size lot.

Minimum Canopy Clearance. Measurement from the ground to the bottom of a tree.
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N Definitions City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Mixed-Use. A single building containing more than one type of land use or a single development of more than
one building and use including, but not limited to, residential, office, retail, recreation, public, or entertainment
uses, where the different land use types are in close proximity, planned as a unified complementary whole,
and shared pedestrian and vehicular access and parking areas are functionally integrated. Mixed-uses may
be integrated vertically (i.e. two or more different uses occupy the same building usually on different floors)
or horizontally (i.e. two or more different types of uses are placed next to each other on the same parcel,
planned as a unit, and connected together with pedestrian and vehicular access). [Replaces existing definition
for Mixed-Use.]

Multi-Plex, Large. A large-sized structure consisting of side-by-side and/or stacked dwelling units,
typically with one shared entry that is appropriately scaled to fit in within medium-density or more urban
neighborhoods.

Multi-Plex, Small. A medium-size structure consisting of side-by-side and/or stacked dwelling units,
typically with one shared entry or individual entries along the front of the building. This building type has the
appearance of a medium- to large-size family home and is appropriately scaled to fit sparingly within primarily
single-family neighborhoods or into medium density neighborhoods.

N Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “N” are currently defined.

O Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “O” are currently defined.

P Definitions
Parapet. A low wall along the edge of a roof or the portion of a wall that extends above the roof line.

Parking Driveway Width. The horizontal measurement of an access driveway to a parking area, measured
perpendicular to the direction of travel.

Playgrounds. A type of civic space designed and equipped for children’s recreation.

Plazas. A type of formal civic space used for in an urban setting for civic, passive recreation, relaxation,
and commercial activities, and typically provided with seating, ornamental fountains, and public art that is
improved, landscaped, and paved, and spatially defined by building frontages. [Updates existing definition.]

Pocket Plazas. A smaller type of formal urban civic space than a plaza, that functions in a similar manner and
follows the same rules as a larger plaza.

Pocket Parks. A type of civic space that provides small-scale public urban open space intended to provide
recreational opportunities where space is limited in close proximity to neighborhood residences.

Porch, Engaged. An engaged porch has two sides of the porch that are connected to the building while the
other two sides are open.

Porch, Projecting. A projecting porch is open on three sides and has a roof.

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City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code Q Definitions

Public Services, Minor. Utility services for the use of the public that include utility substations, pumping
stations, and other transmission and distribution facilities.

Q Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “Q” are currently defined.

R Definitions
Recessed Entry. An entrance to a building that is set back from the façade of the building.

Recreation, Active. Recreational pursuits usually performed with others and often requiring equipment
which require physical alteration to the area in which they are performed. Such areas are intensively used,
and include but are not limited to playgrounds, sport courts, baseball/softball and other field sports, and
swimming pools.

Recreation, Passive. Recreational pursuits involving existing natural resources which can be carried out with
little alteration or disruption to the area in which they are performed. This includes, but is not limited to, such
activities as walking, hiking, bicycling, bird and animal watching, and picnicking.

Regulating Plan. The map of an area designating the locations of Transect Zones and identifying key
elements such as required retail frontages and civic spaces. A regulating plan is typically incorporated into the
City’s official Zoning Map.

Right-of-Way. A strip of land acquired by reservation, dedication, forced dedication, prescription, or


condemnation for public use for pedestrian and vehicular movement occupied by a road, crosswalk, railroad,
electric transmission lines, oil or gas pipeline, water line, sanitary storm sewer or other public utility or facility.
[Updates existing definition.]

Rowhouse. A single-family dwelling that shares a party wall with another of the same type placed side-by-side
with individual entries along the front and dedicated private open space for each unit typically located in the
rear.

S Definitions
Service Entry. An entrance to a building providing access for the delivery of goods and the removal of refuse,
as well as access for the occupants/employees of the building.

Shopfront. A type of frontage, typically for commercial and retail use, where the façade is aligned close to the
frontage line with the building entrance at the level of the sidewalk.

Sidewalk. The portion of a right-of-way that is paved and intended exclusively for pedestrian use, and often
installed between the curb and adjacent property lines.

Simple Wall Plane. A wall of a building or buildings usually placed parallel to a street right-of-way that is
designed in a uniform manner with minimal horizontal articulation of smaller building masses, yet may have
architectural details and features such as doors, bay windows, overhangs, or canopies, to provide interest.

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T Definitions City of Las Vegas Form-Based Code

Small House. A small detached structure, consisting of one unit, usually sited on a small lot with private open
space.

Source: Opticos Design, Inc.


Street Frontage. See the definition for “Frontage Line”.

Stoop. A frontage type where the façade is aligned close to the frontage line with the first story elevated from
the sidewalk sufficiently to secure privacy for first-story windows and the entrance usually as an exterior stair
and landing.

Shade Structure. A structure erected to provide shade over areas such as patios, parking areas, and
walkways.

Shade Structure, Projecting. A structure attached horizontally to the side of a building to provide shade for a
sidewalk, walkway, terrace or patio.

Square. A type of civic space providing a public urban open space for civic purposes, commercial activity,
unstructured recreation, and other passive uses. Squares are defined by buildings and tree-lined streets with
open shelters, paths, lawns, and trees formally arranged.

T Definitions
Tandem Parking. A parking space deep enough to allow two cars to park one behind the other.

Temporary Uses. A permitted short-term activity including Parking Lot/Sidewalk Sales, Seasonal Outdoor
Sales, Temporary Contractor’s Construction Yards, Temporary Outdoor Commercial Events, Temporary Real
Estate Sales Offices, and similar non-permanent uses.

Terrace. A frontage type where the main facade of the building is at or near the frontage line with an elevated
terrace providing public circulation along the façade.

Thoroughfares. A right-of-way for use by vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic that provides access to lots
and open spaces, and that incorporates vehicular lanes and public frontages.

Thoroughfare, Primary. The street with the highest building orientation priority, as indicated in the
Thoroughfare Plan for each Downtown District.

Thoroughfare, Secondary. The street with the second highest building orientation priority, as indicated in
the Thoroughfare Plan for each Downtown District.

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Thoroughfare, Tertiary. A street with minimal mobility functions and serving mainly for parking and delivery
access, as indicated in the Thoroughfare Plan for each Downtown District.

Transect. A cross-section of the environment showing a range of different habitats or environments. The
rural-to-urban transect used in LVMC Chapter 19.09 (Form-Based Code) is divided into six Transect Zones that
range from the most natural to the most urban. These zones describe the physical form and character of a
place according to the density and intensity of its land use and urbanism.

Transect Zone. One of several environments on the Zoning Map regulated by the standards found within
LVMC Chapter 19.09 (Form-Based Code). Transect Zones are ordered from the most natural to the most
urban. Transect Zones are administratively similar to the land-use zones in the Unified Development Code,
except that in addition to the usual building use, density, height and setback requirements, other elements of
the intended environment are integrated, including building types and the public frontages.

Transparency. The area of a frontage, usually applied to the ground floor of a building, that must contain a
minimum amount of transparent glass.

Two-Family Dwelling. A detached dwelling designed for and occupied exclusively by two families living
independently of each other in separate swelling units on a single lot. See also, Duplex, Front and Back;
Duplex, Side by Side; and Duplex, Stacked. [Updates existing definition.]

U Definitions
Unit. A discrete portion of a building.

Upper Floor. A floor in a building containing habitable space that is located above the ground floor.

Urban Park. A civic space type providing a central open-space area for neighborhoods or groups of
neighborhoods useful for unstructured recreation and smaller structured recreational facilities.

V Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “V” are currently defined.

W Definitions
Walkway. A paved way located on one or more lots used for pedestrians and for the exclusive use of the lot
owner(s), their guests, and invitees.

Wall Plane. A vertical surface defined by the façade of a building.

X Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “X” are currently defined.

Y Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “Y” are currently defined.

Z Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “Z” are currently defined.

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Agenda Item No.: 9.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD Consent Discussion

SUBJECT:
TXT-73681 - TEXT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC HEARING - APPLICANT: CITY OF LAS
VEGAS - For possible action to amend LVMC Title 19, the Unified Development Code of the
City of Las Vegas, to make the Short-Term Residential Rental use prohibited by repealing all
provisions for the use, and to provide for other related matters. Staff has NO
RECOMMENDATION.

THIS ITEM WILL BE FORWARDED TO CITY COUNCIL IN ORDINANCE FORM

PROTESTS RECEIVED BEFORE: APPROVALS RECEIVED BEFORE:


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RECOMMENDATION:
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August 14, 2018 - Special Planning Commission Meeting

** PROPOSED AMENDMENTS **

1. Title 19.12.010 (B), Permissible Uses – Land Use Tables, is hereby amended
by deleting from Table 2 the entry for the “Short-Term Residential Rental” use.

2. Title 19.12.070, Permissible Uses – Permissible Use Descriptions and


Applicable Conditions and Requirements, is hereby amended by deleting the
entry for the “Short-Term Residential Rental” use.

3. Title 19.12.100(E), Permissible Uses – Similar and Prohibited Uses – Uses


Expressly Prohibited, is hereby amended to read as follows:

E. Uses Expressly Prohibited

Without limiting the general applicability of Subsection (A) above, the


commercial use of a residential dwelling unit for dwelling, lodging or
sleeping purposes, wherein any individual guest rents or occupies the unit
for a period of less than thirty-one consecutive calendar days, is prohibited
except as otherwise permitted under this Title. This prohibition includes
the use of a residential dwelling unit for activity defined as a Short-Term
Residential Rental pursuant to Chapter 19.18.

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TXT-73681
Staff Report Page One
August 14, 2018 - Special Planning Commission Meeting

** STAFF REPORT **

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This is a request to amend LVMC Title 19, the Unified Development Code of the City of
Las Vegas, to make the Short-Term Residential Rental use prohibited by repealing all
provisions for the use, and to provide for other related matters

ANALYSIS

Since 2007, the city of Las Vegas has adopted six ordinances to address the influx of
Short-Term Residential Rentals since the rise of the “sharing economy.” These have
ranged from outright prohibition to allowing them under very specific conditions and
requirements. The proposed amendment will once again prohibit Short-Term Residential
Rentals, as defined in Chapter 19.18, in the city of Las Vegas. This will create a number
of non-conforming uses where Business Licenses and Special Use Permits have been
approved over the past decade since the use was made legal by adoption of Ordinance
5977 in March 2008.

FINDINGS

This amendment will accomplish the following:

1. Eliminate the Short-Term Residential Rentals use from the permissible use table
thereby making the use prohibited in the city of Las Vegas.
2. Create a number of non-conforming Short-Term Residential Rentals where an
entitlement has been established.

RTS/SG
Agenda Item No.: 10.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD Consent Discussion

SUBJECT:
TXT-73931 - TEXT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC HEARING - APPLICANT/OWNER: CITY OF
LAS VEGAS - For possible action on a request to amend the Development Uses section of the
Town Center Development Standards Manual to allow Motor Vehicle Sales (Used) as a primary
use within a specified geographical area in Town Center and to provide for other related matters.
Staff has NO RECOMMENDATION.

THIS ITEM WILL BE FORWARDED TO CITY COUNCIL IN ORDINANCE FORM

PROTESTS RECEIVED BEFORE: APPROVALS RECEIVED BEFORE:


Planning Commission Mtg. 0 Planning Commission Mtg. 0
City Council Meeting 0 City Council Meeting 0

RECOMMENDATION:
Staff has NO RECOMMENDATION

BACKUP DOCUMENTATION:
1. Proposed Amendments and Staff Report
TXT-73931

AGENDA MEMO - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
ITEM DESCRIPTION: APPLICANT/OWNER: CITY OF LAS VEGAS

** STAFF RECOMMENDATION(S) **

CASE REQUIRED FOR


RECOMMENDATION
NUMBER APPROVAL
TXT-73931 Staff has no recommendation.

** NOTIFICATION **
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS NOTIFIED N/A

NOTICES MAILED Newspaper Notification Only

APPROVALS 0

PROTESTS 0

SG
TXT-73931
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August 14, 2018 - Special Planning Commission Meeting

** PROPOSED AMENDMENTS **
1. The Town Center Development Standards Manual, Section B: Development Uses is
hereby amended by amending the following:

A. Section 2: Permitted Uses Matrix Legend shall be amended to remove Motor


Vehicle Sales (Used) as a Conditional Use in the EC (Employment Center Mixed
Use) land use district:

GC SC UC SX MS L ML MLA M PF EC MC
Motor Vehicle Sales (Used) C C

B. Section 3: Conditional Uses shall be amended as follows:

20) MOTOR VEHICLE SALES (USED, WITH NEW CAR SALES)


a. The minimum site area shall be two acres, with a minimum building size of
25,000 square feet.
b. The installation and use of an outside public address or bell system is
prohibited.
c. No used or discarded automotive parts or equipment shall be located in
any open area outside of an enclosed building.
d. All exterior lighting shall be screened or otherwise designed so as not to
shine directly onto any adjacent parcel of land.
e. Openings in service bays shall not face public rights-of-way and shall be
designed to minimize the visual intrusion into adjoining properties.
f. Accessory automobile rental is permitted.
g. Parking of vehicles in landscaped areas is prohibited.
h. Motor Vehicle Sales (Used) as a primary use shall be limited to the area
noted as the “Auto Mall” in the Centennial Centre Plan, Lots 1-4 of
Centennial Centre Unit 2, as depicted in the final map recorded in Clark
County, NV as Book 95, Page 45 of Plats.

C. Section 4: Special Use Permits shall be amended by adding the following:

20) MOTOR VEHICLE SALES (USED)


a. The installation and use of an outside public address or bell system is
prohibited.
b. No used or discarded automotive parts or equipment shall be located in
any open area outside of an enclosed building.
c. All exterior lighting shall be screened or otherwise designed so as not to
shine directly onto any adjacent parcel of land.

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d. Openings in service bays shall not face public rights-of-way and shall be
designed to minimize the visual intrusion into adjoining properties.
e. Accessory automobile rental is permitted.
f. Parking of vehicles in landscaped areas is prohibited.
g. The following requirements are non-waivable:
i. The minimum site area shall be two acres, with a minimum building
size of 25,000 square feet.
ii. Motor Vehicle Sales (Used) as a primary use shall be limited to the
area noted as the “Auto Mall” in the Centennial Centre Plan, Lots 1-
4 of Centennial Centre Unit 2, as depicted in the final map recorded
in Clark County, NV as Book 95, Page 45 of Plats.

SG
TXT-73931
Staff Report Page One
August 14, 2018 - Special Planning Commission Meeting

** STAFF REPORT **

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This is a request to amend the Town Center Development Standards Manual to allow
Motor Vehicle Sales (Used) as a primary use within the GC (General Commercial) land
use district within a specified geographical area.

ANALYSIS

This Text Amendment would establish Motor Vehicle Sales (Used) as a primary use that
does not also require the associated sale of new vehicles at the same location. Currently,
used vehicle sales are permitted as a conditional use in the GC (General Commercial) and
EC (Employment Center) land use districts, but only in conjunction with the sale of new
vehicles.

The use would be limited to an area along Centennial Center Parkway, south of CC-215,
which was established as an “Auto Mall” in the Centennial Centre plan in 2000. This area
already contains multiple existing motor vehicle dealerships, and all of the specified area
currently has a land use designation of GC (General Commercial); as the use is limited
only to this area, the Permitted Uses Matrix Legend is being amended to exclude the EC
(Employment Center) district as an allowable district for the use. The sale of new motor
vehicles with or without ancillary used vehicle sales would still be permitted as a
conditional use in both the GC and EC districts.

This amendment will add minimum Special Use Permit requirements to ensure that the
use is permitted in a limited manner. In the case of a Conditional Use, if any conditional
use regulation cannot be met, then a Special Use Permit may be requested. Once
requested, the conditional use regulations no longer prevail. Establishing minimum
Special Use Permit requirements ensures that those requirements will be considered, and
establishes some minimum standards that cannot be waived, including lot and building
size and defining the geographical area in which the use is to be permitted.

SG
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FINDINGS

This amendment will accomplish the following:

1. Allow Motor Vehicle Sales (Used) as a primary use not associated with new vehicle
sales in the GC (General Commercial) district within the Town Center Master Plan
area.
2. Remove Motor Vehicle Sales (Used) as a conditional use in the EC (Employment
Center) district.
3. Limit the Motor Vehicle Sales (Used) use to a specific geographical boundary,
regardless of land use district designation.
4. Establish minimum Special Use Permit requirements for the use, including non-
waivable standards for lot and building size and defining the geographical area in
which the use is to be permitted.

SG
Agenda Item No.: 11.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD Consent Discussion

SUBJECT:
TXT-73989 - TEXT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC HEARING - APPLICANT: CITY OF LAS
VEGAS - For possible action to amend LVMC Chapters 19.12 Permitted Uses and 19.18
Definitions and Measures to provide updated standards and a definition for a Short-Term
Residential Rental use in Mixed-Use and Multi-Family Residential developments, and to provide
for other related matters. Staff has NO RECOMMENDATION.

THIS ITEM WILL BE FORWARDED TO CITY COUNCIL IN ORDINANCE FORM

PROTESTS RECEIVED BEFORE: APPROVALS RECEIVED BEFORE:


Planning Commission Mtg. 0 Planning Commission Mtg. 0
City Council Meeting 0 City Council Meeting 0

RECOMMENDATION:
Staff has NO RECOMMENDATION

BACKUP DOCUMENTATION:
1. Proposed Amendments and Staff Report
TXT-73989

AGENDA MEMO - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
ITEM DESCRIPTION: APPLICANT/OWNER: CITY OF LAS VEGAS

** STAFF RECOMMENDATION(S) **

CASE REQUIRED FOR


RECOMMENDATION
NUMBER APPROVAL
TXT-73989 Staff has NO RECOMMENDATION.

** NOTIFICATION **
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS NOTIFIED N/A

NOTICES MAILED Newspaper Notification Only

APPROVALS 0

PROTESTS 0

RTS/SG
TXT-73989
Proposed Amendments Page One
August 14, 2018 - Special Planning Commission Meeting

** PROPOSED AMENDMENTS **

1. Title 19.12.070 is hereby amended by amending the “Short-Term Residential


Rental” use as follows:

Short-Term Residential Rental

Description: The commercial use, or the making available for commercial use,
of a residential dwelling unit for dwelling, lodging or sleeping purposes, wherein
any individual guest rents or occupies the entire dwelling unit or one or more
individual rooms within the unit for a period of less than 31
consecutive calendar days. This use does not include a "Community
Residence," "Facility for Transitional Living for Released Offenders," or any
other facility with dwelling units that is specifically defined in Chapter 19.18. For
purposes of this Title, this use does not include the rental or occupancy of
an accessory structure (Class I or II), a tent, a trailer or a mobile unit. In the
case of a single parcel containing more than one dwelling unit, each dwelling
unit constitutes a separate short-term residential rental use.

Conditional Use Regulations:


1. The operator must obtain a business license to operate the use.
2. The use must comply on an ongoing basis with all governmental licensing
and regulatory requirements, including the payment of applicable room taxes
and licensing fees.
3. The use must comply with the City’s noise regulations as they apply to
residential uses.
4. The use may not be located closer than 660 feet to any other Short-Term
Residential Rental use (measured from property line to property line); except
as provided for in Condition 9, for units within a multifamily residential or
within the residential component of a mixed-use development.
5. Vehicle parking associated with the use shall comply with applicable parking
regulations, and vehicles of guests and invitees shall not obstruct traffic or
access to other properties in the area.
6. In addition to and independent of any enforcement authority or remedy
described in this Title, the failure to comply with a Conditional Use
Regulation associated with this use may be enforced as in the case of a
violation of Title 6 by means of a civil proceeding pursuant to LVMC 6.02.400
to 6.02.460, inclusive.

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7. On any particular parcel, the use is limited to a single residential dwelling unit
that is occupied by its owner during each period the unit is rented and that
has no more than three bedrooms, with a maximum occupancy not to
exceed the limits set forth in LVMC 6.75.090. For purposes of the preceding
sentence, "owner" includes any person who is listed as an owner of record of
the unit in the records of the Clark County Assessor or, in the case of a unit
that is owned by a trust or other corporate or legal entity, a trustee or
principal of that trust or entity. The dwelling unit is presumed to have the
number of bedrooms indicated in the records of the Clark County Assessor's
Office that pertain to that unit, but that presumption may be rebutted by
inspection or other competent evidence.
8. The use is allowed in the P-0, 0, C-1, C-2 and C-PB Zoning Districts only in
connection with the residential component of a mixed-use development or in
a dwelling unit permitted as a legal nonconforming use.
9. In a multifamily residential or within the residential component of a mixed-
use development no more than 5% of the units may be used as Short Term
Residential Rental.

Minimum Special Use Permit Requirements:


* 1. The operator must obtain a business license to operate the use.
* 2. The use must comply on an ongoing basis with all governmental licensing
and regulatory requirements, including the payment of applicable room taxes
and licensing fees.
* 3. The use must comply with the City's noise regulations as they apply to
residential uses, as well as any applicable provisions of the Municipal Code that
may pertain to odor nuisances,
* 4. Vehicle parking associated with the use shall comply with applicable
parking regulations, and vehicles of guests and invitees shall not obstruct traffic
or access to other properties in the area
* 5. In addition to and independent of any enforcement authority or remedy
described in this Title, the failure to comply with a Minimum Special Use Permit
Requirement or other condition of approval associated with this use may be
enforced as in the case of a violation of Title 6 by means of a civil proceeding
pursuant to LVMC 6.02.400 to 6.02.460, inclusive.
* 6. The use is allowed in the P-0, 0, C-1, C-2 and C-PB Zoning Districts only in
connection with the residential component of a mixed-use development or in a
dwelling unit permitted as a legal nonconforming use.
* 7. The maximum occupancy of the residential dwelling unit shall not exceed
the limits provided for in LVMC 6.75.090.

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8. The use may not be located closer than 660 feet to any other Short-Term
Residential Rental use (measured from property line to property line); except as
provided for in Condition 9, for units within a multifamily residential or within the
residential component of a mixed-use development.
9. In a multifamily residential or within the residential component of a mixed-
use development no more than 5% of the units may be used as Short Term
Residential Rental.

On-site Parking Requirement: For any short-term residential rental that has
no more than 5 bedrooms, no additional parking is required beyond that which
is required for the principal use on the site. For units with more than 5
bedrooms, 1 additional space shall be required for every 2 additional
bedrooms or fractional portion thereof.

RTS/SG
TXT-73989
Staff Report Page One
August 14, 2018 - Special Planning Commission Meeting

** STAFF REPORT **

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This is a request to amend LVMC Chapters 19.12 Permitted Uses and 19.18 Definitions
and Measures to provide updated standards and a definition for a Short-Term
Residential Rental use in Mixed-Use and Multi-Family Residential developments, and to
provide for other related matters.

ANALYSIS

Since 2007, the city of Las Vegas has adopted six ordinances to address the influx of
Short-Term Residential Rentals since the rise of the “sharing economy.” These have
ranged from outright prohibition to allowing them under very specific conditions and
requirements. In 2015 the city introduced distance separations between Short-Term
Residential Rental uses. The intent of the distance separation was to minimize the
impacts on the city’s neighborhoods by limiting the use to about one Short-Term
Residential Rental per block. At the time the distance separation was introduced, the
focus was on single family residential neighborhoods, which was where most of the
permits and licenses had been requested. This did not take into account the vertical
nature of Mixed-Use and Multi-Family Residential developments and limited the number
of units that could potentially be approved without a waiver for a Short-Term Residential
Rental to one unit no matter how many units are a part of the development. The proposed
amendment will allow a maximum of 5% of the units within multifamily residential or within
the residential component of a mixed-use development to be used as a Short-Term
Residential Rental use. Each unit proposed to be used as a Short-Term Residential
Rental use will need to be individual entitled for that use. In addition to the proposed
amendment to LVMC Title 19 when this item moves forward to Council for consideration it
will include additional licensing requirements specific to units within multifamily residential
or within the residential component of a mixed-use development that include:

 Operators shall participate in a building-wide security plan.


 License must surrender upon sale of residence or property.
 Applicant must obtain a $2,000,000 Liability Policy adding the City of Las Vegas as
an additional insured.

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FINDINGS

This amendment will accomplish the following:

1. Exempt a Mixed-Use or Multi-Family Residential developments from the application


of the 660-foot distance separation in favor of limiting the number of units within the
development that can operate as Short-Term Residential Rentals.
2. Limit the portion of a Mixed-Use or Multi-Family Residential developments that can
operate as Short-Term Residential Rentals to 5% of the total residential units in the
development.

RTS/SG
Agenda Item No.: 12.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD Consent Discussion

SUBJECT:
TXT-73990 - TEXT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC HEARING - APPLICANT: CITY OF LAS
VEGAS - For possible action to amend LVMC Chapters 19.10 Special Area and Overlay
Districts - Purpose And Development And Design Standards; 19.12 Permitted Uses; and 19.18
Definitions and Measures to add the LVMDP-O (LVMD Neighborhood Preservation Overlay)
District and provide updated standards and a definition for a Short-Term Residential Rental use,
and to provide for other related matters. Staff has NO RECOMMENDATION.

THIS ITEM WILL BE FORWARDED TO CITY COUNCIL IN ORDINANCE FORM

PROTESTS RECEIVED BEFORE: APPROVALS RECEIVED BEFORE:


Planning Commission Mtg. 0 Planning Commission Mtg. 0
City Council Meeting 0 City Council Meeting 0

RECOMMENDATION:
Staff has NO RECOMMENDATION

BACKUP DOCUMENTATION:
1. Abeyance Request
TXT-73990

AGENDA MEMO - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
ITEM DESCRIPTION: APPLICANT/OWNER: CITY OF LAS VEGAS

** STAFF REQUESTS THIS ITEM BE HELD IN ABEYANCE TO A


FUTURE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. A BRIEF
PRESENTATION OF THIS TEXT AMENDMENT WILL BE MADE AT THE
AUGUST 14, 2018 SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. **
Agenda Item No.: 13.

AGENDA SUMMARY PAGE - PLANNING


SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF: AUGUST 14, 2018
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
DIRECTOR: ROBERT SUMMERFIELD

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