D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 11-806

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 23, June 7, 2024

Rule 11-806 - LANGDON OVERLAY DISTRICT (LO)

806.1

The Langdon Overlay (LO) District shall apply to the C-M-1 zoned properties of Squares 4103, 4106, 4107(3), 4108, 4255, 4256, 4265, 4282, 4284, and 4347 (west of the B&O Railroad right-of-way) in the general vicinity of 24th and Douglas Streets, N.E.

806.2

The purposes of the LO District shall be to:

(a) Implement the Comprehensive Plan by protecting residences and residents from the adverse environmental, safety, and aesthetic impacts of abutting industrially zoned properties and uses; and

(b) Encourage retention of existing commercial and light manufacturing uses and allow new businesses under special controls designed to protect the quality of life and neighborhood character of the adjacent residential neighborhood.

806.3

The LO District and the underlying C-M District shall together constitute the zoning regulations for the geographic area identified in § 806.1. Where there is a conflict between this section and the underlying zoning, the provisions of this section shall govern.

806.4

The following uses shall be prohibited in the LO District on any lot located in whole or in part within one hundred feet (100 ft.) of a Residence District:

(a) Any use prohibited in the Mixed Use (CR) District by § 602;

(b) Outdoor materials storage or outdoor processing, fabricating, or repair, whether a principal or accessory use; and

(c) Incinerator.

806.5

The following yard and screening standards shall apply to development of a lot in the LO District that coincides with the lot line of a property in a Residence District or that is separated only by a street or alley from a property in a Residence District:

(a) A yard of twenty-five feet (25 ft.) shall be provided on the portion of the lot adjacent to the Residence District; provided:

(1) Where there is a street or an alley between the residential and industrial lots, the required yard shall be fifteen feet (15 ft.) measured from the lot line; and

(2) The yard shall not be used for parking, loading, or accessory uses;

(b) A fence or wall shall be erected as a buffer between the residential and industrial lots, as follows:

(1) Where the residential and industrial lots abut each other, or where there is a street separating the residential and industrial lots, the fence or wall shall be erected along the required fifteen-foot (15 ft.) setback line, or a building wall may be located at the setback line in place of the fence or wall;

(2) Where an alley serves as the residential-industrial zone district boundary, the fence or wall shall be erected along the lot line adjacent to the alley; and

(3) The fence or wall shall be no less than eight feet (8 ft.) and no more than ten feet (10 ft.) high, and shall be either a solid, wood or board-on-board fence or a brick or stone wall; and

(c) Whenever a yard is required by paragraph (a) of this subsection, it shall be landscaped with evergreen trees; provided:

(1) The landscaping shall be maintained in a healthy, growing condition;

(2) The trees shall be a minimum of six feet to eight feet (6 ft. to 8 ft.) high when planted; and

(3) Planting locations and soil preparation techniques shall be shown on a landscape plan submitted with the building permit application to the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs for review and approval according to standards maintained by the Department's Soil Erosion and Storm Management Branch, which may require replacement of heavy or compacted soils with top and drainage mechanisms as necessary.

806.6

The Board of Zoning Adjustment, after public hearing, may waive or vary the requirements of this chapter relating to building setback, landscaping, fencing, and parking, as a special exception under § 3104; provided the proposed variations in standards are generally consistent with this chapter.

D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 11-806

Final Rulemaking published at 38 DCR 2057 (April 5, 1991); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 47 DCR 9741-43 (December 8, 2000), incorporating by reference the text of Proposed Rulemaking published at 47 DCR 8335, 8418-20 (October 20, 2000)

Authority: The Zoning Commission for the District of Columbia (the "Commission"), pursuant to its authority under §§ 1 and 3 of the Zoning Act of 1938, approved June 20, 1938 (52 Stat. 797, 799; D.C. Official Code §§ 6-641.01 and 6-641.0 ).