Westerville limits maximum lot coverage by buildings to 30 percent in R-2 single-family zones and 25 percent in R-1 estate zones under Zoning Code 1143.06. Total impervious surface (buildings plus paving) typically capped at 50 percent. Exceedances trigger stormwater management requirements.
Westerville Planning and Zoning 1143.06 restricts building footprint to 30 percent of lot area in R-2 districts, 25 percent in R-1, and 40 percent in R-3 two-family zones. Total impervious surface including driveways, patios, and sheds is generally capped at 50 percent; new construction exceeding coverage thresholds requires stormwater BMPs under Chapter 933. Pools are counted toward impervious surface. Lot coverage calculations include all roofed structures over 32 square feet.
Over-coverage: building permit denial or reduction required. Post-construction: variance application (350 dollars) or removal of excess structure.
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