§ 407.110. Minimum Livable Floor Area., Chapter 407. General Development Standards, Unified Development Code, Code of Ordinances, Blue Springs

At the time of approval of a preliminary plat for a residential subdivision, the Planning Commission shall designate a minimum livable floor area classification for all lots within the subdivision. Livable floor area shall not include open or screened porches, garages or basements, except that finished basements designed for immediate living space shall count towards the overall floor area for residential buildings. Finished basements shall mean finished walls, flooring, ceilings, cabinets, shelving, doors, windows, electrical outlets, and plumbing.

Classification And Minimum Livable Floor Areas. The range of classifications and corresponding minimum livable floor area shall be as follows.

Classification	Minimum Livable Floor Area (square feet)
A	2,600
B	2,400
C	2,200
D	2,000
E	1,800
F	1,600
G	1,400
H	1,200
I	1,000
J	850

Criteria For Classification. Subdivisions are to be classified in a manner that minimizes the difference in dwelling sizes between adjacent residential developments. Unless the developer requests a higher classification, the Planning Commission shall not classify the subdivision more than one (1) step lower than the classification of the abutting subdivision. More than one (1) classification may be established within a subdivision when the Planning Commission finds such multiple classifications appropriate to provide a more harmonious transition in dwelling sizes. However, no more than one (1) classification may be imposed on a single block within the subdivision. In the event the proposed subdivision adjoins land not previously classified, the Planning Commission may designate a classification or classifications for the proposed subdivision that will, in its judgment, be in harmony with the surrounding area. In so doing, the Planning Commission may take into account the average livable floor area and the minimum dwelling size requirements set forth in deed restrictions of adjoining subdivisions and the overall intent of this Section 407.110.

Classifications To Be Shown On Final Plat. Approved dwelling size classifications shall be depicted on the final plat that is submitted for recordation.

Effect Of Classification. No building permit shall be issued for construction of a single-family dwelling that contains a total livable floor area less than the minimum livable floor area permitted by the classification approved by the Planning Commission, and it shall be unlawful to construct a dwelling unit with less total livable floor area than the classification requires.

Lots Not Classified. Each single-family dwelling to be constructed on land not previously assigned a minimum livable floor area classification shall contain a minimum floor area of eight hundred fifty (850) square feet.