Converse caps lot coverage by zoning district. Single-family zones typically limit building coverage to 30-40 percent and total impervious surface to 45-60 percent. Pools and patios count.
Lot coverage in Converse is regulated through the Zoning Ordinance and measures the percentage of a lot covered by principal and accessory buildings (building coverage) and by all impervious surfaces including driveways, patios, and pools (impervious coverage). Single-family residential districts typically cap building coverage at 30-40 percent of the lot and total impervious coverage at 45-60 percent, though exact figures vary by district. Commercial districts allow higher coverage, sometimes 70-85 percent, but must provide landscape buffers and stormwater controls. Exceeding coverage limits can trigger requirements for on-site stormwater detention, pervious paving, or variance review. Pools, decks, sheds, and concrete pads all count toward impervious totals. Converse's drainage system design and any stormwater utility fee consider impervious area. Contact Converse Planning at (210) 658-5356 before adding large patios, pools, or multiple outbuildings to confirm your lot coverage headroom.
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