Size is based on percentage of front yard and also percentage of total hardscape area.1146.04 DRIVEWAYS IN CLASS U-1 DISTRICTS.
Excluding the tree lawn, not more than thirty percent (30%) of the required front yard area may be improved with driveways, parking areas, sidewalks, and other hardscape surfaces.
1146.03(c) Landscaping of Residential Lots Required.
Growing and/or non-growing landscaping is required on the entire lot, except for such portions as are occupied by the house, garage, driveway or other permitted improvements. Council hereby finds and determines that the required landscaping is necessary for the public peace, health, safety and welfare, to protect pedestrians, to prevent deterioration of property values and to prevent the wash-down of mud and other debris across sidewalks and into catch basins. Not more than fifteen percent (I5%) of the total lot area, exclusive of those areas occupied by the buildings, shall consist of hardscape, parking areas, and driveways.