229 James Rd, Danville, VA 24541

Suburban Residential District

The S-R, Suburban Residential District is created to provide for single family detached residences at subdivision densities which are compatible with the Comprehensive Plan's goals for traditional suburban-scaled residential development in Danville. The average density of three units per acre establishes the S-R District as the City's medium density district for detached residences. The S-R district shall require public water and sewer service, public streets, and sidewalks as minimum subdivision improvements. Recognizing prevailing storm drainage deficiencies in and around the City, new subdivisions shall be constructed with curb and gutter or other storm drainage conveyance system equivalent in performance and function and shall include Best Management Practices and stormwater management facilities. Cluster residential development shall be encouraged in the S-R District by special permit in order to promulgate the City's objectives for environmental preservation, architectural harmony and consistency, adequacy of open space and recreation areas, and enhanced quality neighborhood improvements in new residential subdivisions. Provisions are included herein to permit cluster subdivisions with densities up to two-thirds higher than conventional subdivisions. The S-R District may be applied to both undeveloped tracts and existing stable neighborhoods in appropriate locations recognized by the Comprehensive Plan. The intent of the district shall be to preserve existing natural features and vegetation, promote excellence in site planning and landscape design, facilitate the efficient layout and orientation of public utilities and community infrastructure, and encourage housing with compatible scale and character of architecture. No more than one single family dwelling shall be permitted per subdivision lot. No lots shall be permitted with private domestic wells or septic systems.