§ 5-190. Big Haynes Creek Conservation Subdivision Option.

Development proposals for the Big Haynes Creek Conservation Subdivision Option will no longer be accepted. The following regulations listed below are retained for instruction with regard to existing Conservation Subdivisions.

5-190.1   Purpose. The purpose of the Big Hayes Creek Conservation Subdivision Option is to provide for residential development within the Big Haynes Creek Drainage Basin which will promote more economic subdivision development, provide a mechanism for the preservation of water quality within the watershed through the dedication of open space areas, and achieve other water quality preservation purposes related thereto. To achieve these goals:

A.

Variations in lot area, width and setback are permitted.

B.

Open space areas shall be established for the preservation of water quality and the benefit of subdivision residents.

5-190.2   Permitted Uses. The provisions of this Section shall apply to all land of unincorporated Gwinnett County located within the Big Haynes Creek Watershed and zoned R-100 or R-75. Single-family residential subdivision lots may be altered as provide herein. Except as provided in this Section, all other standards of the R-100 or R-75 zoning district shall be observed.

5-190.3   Design Requirements. Within the Big Haynes Creek Watershed, R-100 and R-75 subdivisions may comply with criteria for provision or participation in wet detention facilities established by the Big Haynes Creek Watershed Protection Agreement; or,

A.

Comply with the following subdivision design requirements:

1.

The subdivision development shall contain a minimum land area of 5 contiguous acres.

2.

Set aside a minimum of 60 percent of the gross land area of the development as permanent, undisturbed open space. Concurrent with the recording of the final subdivision plat, the subdivider shall execute and record a deed which restricts the use of the set aside as permanent natural undisturbed open space. Required open space shall be deeded with the first phase of development to a mandatory property owner's association.

3.

Maximum net density shall not exceed 3 units per acre for detached dwelling units.

4.

Provide a minimum lot width of 65 feet, and a minimum lot area of 7,800 square feet.

5.

Front yards shall have a minimum depth of 20 feet.

6.

Rear yards shall have a minimum depth of 20 feet.