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1. Can my property be subdivided?

A single-family residential property can be split into two parcels by City Council plat approval provided both newly created lots meet both the Zoning Ordinance (based on the zoning district) and Subdivision Code minimum lot size and dimension requirements. If an existing house is retained, the house and any accessory structures must be located on and meet all zoning size and setback requirements of one of the newly created lots.

2. My house is built on two platted lots. Can I sell one to allow someone to build a house on the vacant lot?

In certain cases this can be done, but in most cases the property will need to go through a re-subdivision process, which includes filing a Subdivision Application with the Planning Department and review by the Planning and Zoning Board and plat approval by the City Council. If an existing house is retained, the house and any accessory structures must be located on and meet all zoning size and setback requirements of one of the newly created lots. For more details on the regulations, see Article 3.4B of the Zoning Ordinance (PDF).

3. Can I build a brick mailbox?

Brick mailboxes are prohibited by the City Code due to the increased danger of serious injury if struck by a vehicle.