Recommendation CC.11
Recommendation Status: New
Develop design guidelines for small-lot single family homes and attached homes.
This recommendation help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Sets baseline standards to standardize high-quality housing stock for all community members.
Universal Design creates opportunities for social and economic sustainability.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Inclusive
Economies
Sustainable Infrastructure
Responsible Growth
Complete Communities
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-5 mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Planning
St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
Home Builders Association of St. Louis and Eastern Missouri
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
St. Louis County general operating revenue
Tracking Implementation
Assess impact fees on developers seeking to consolidate lots and use revenue to ensure small-lot housing in other parts of the area.
Tracking Success
Number of existing small lot and attached homes that are preserved.
If overperforming, what should we do?
Discourage consolidation of lots.
If underperforming, what should we do?