Rome |
Code of Ordinances |
Part III. CODE |
Appendix B. UNIFIED LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE |
Article 4. RESTRICTIONS REGARDING PARTICULAR USES |
§ 4.1.13. Personal care homes.
a.
In all residential districts, a personal care home of more than two persons (family, group or congregate) shall be at least 1,500 feet from any other personal care home of any type.
b.
In all residential districts, the square footage of an existing dwelling shall not be enlarged by more than 25 percent of the existing to facilitate use of the structure as a personal care home. Exterior modification of an existing dwelling and provision of required parking shall be consistent with the residential character of the surrounding neighborhood; i.e., in design, scale, and number of vehicles allowed.
c.
New construction in a residential neighborhood shall be consistent with the residential character and scale of the surrounding neighborhood.
d.
Personal care homes of all types shall maintain all applicable federal and/or state license and/or permits.