1693 N Duck Lake Rd, Highland, MI 48356

Multiple-Family Residential District

The RM Multiple-Family Residential District regulations are intended to provide for multiple dwelling units and duplexes at a density consistent with available infrastructure and land capacities, while providing a variety of housing options. The Multiple-Family Residential District is to be located primarily in areas where municipal sanitary sewer and water service, fire and police protection can be readily provided and in near proximity to shopping centers, the Highland Station District and major thoroughfares. Generally, the regulations of this district are intended to: .Provide a safe and convenient living environment that encourages an active lifestyle.; Prevent overcrowding by establishing minimum standards for unit size, spacing between buildings, private and public open space and other bulk and area considerations; Require high standards in housing developments so that attractive neighborhoods, quality housing design and construction and open space with appropriate amenities result.; Allow for a mixture of residential units to address the housing needs and preferences of individuals across a wide range of demographic factors, such as income, age, health and household size.; Protect natural features such as open areas, lakes, woodlands, wetlands, steep slopes and natural habitat that contribute to the overall quality of life.; Provide a safe and convenient living environment that encourages an active lifestyle.; Prevent overcrowding by establishing minimum standards for unit size, spacing between buildings, private and public open space and other bulk and area considerations.; Require high standards in housing developments so that attractive neighborhoods, quality housing design and construction and open space with appropriate amenities result.; Allow for a mixture of residential units to address the housing needs and preferences of individuals across a wide range of demographic factors, such as income, age, health and household size.; Protect natural features such as open areas, lakes, woodlands, wetlands, steep slopes and natural habitat that contribute to the overall quality of life.