Clarksville caps lot coverage in all residential districts, loosening as density rises: 25 percent in E-1, 30 percent in R-1, 35 percent in R-1A, 40 percent in R-2 and 50 percent in R-2A.
Section 2.2 defines lot coverage as the portion of a lot covered by principal and accessory structures, so the house, detached garage and shed all count together. Table 4.2 sets the single-family gradient at 25 percent in E-1, 30 percent in R-1, 35 percent in R-1A, 40 percent in R-2 and 50 percent in R-2A. Table 4.3 continues it: 50 percent in R-2D, 60 percent in R-3, 50 percent in R-4 and R-5, and 60 percent in R-6. Each table labels the figure maximum lot coverage for all combined uses.
Zoning violations carry a civil fine of up to $50 under Section 11.9, tried in Clarksville Municipal Court. Each day a violation continues is a separate offense.
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