- Article_10_Introductory_Provisions.md
- Article_20_Review_Decision_Making_Bodies.md
- Article_30_Development_Review_Procedures.md
- Article_40_Base_Zoning_Districts.md
- Article_50_Overlay_Special_Purpose_Zoning_Districts.md
- Article_60_Use_Regulations.md
- Article_70_Density_Dimensional_Standards.md
- Article_80_Subdivision_Design_Improvements.md
- Article_90_Perimeter_Roadway_Improvements.md
- Article_100_Development_Standards.md
- Article_110_Environmental.md
- Article_120_Signs.md
- Article_130_Nonconformities.md
- Article_140_Violations_Penalties_Enforcement.md
- Article_150_Definitions.md
- Article_160_Fee_Schedule.md
- Index_and_Attachments.md
This comprehensive set of zoning regulations governs development in unincorporated Ray County, Missouri. The regulations are organized into 16 articles covering all aspects of land use, development procedures, and enforcement.
| Article | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Article 10 | Introductory Provisions | Authority, jurisdiction, purpose, and general administrative provisions |
| Article 20 | Review and Decision-Making Bodies | County Commission, Planning & Zoning Commission, Board of Zoning Adjustment |
| Article 30 | Development Review Procedures | Application processes, public hearings, permits, and appeals |
| Article 40 | Base Zoning Districts | All zoning districts from Agricultural (R-A) to Industrial (I-2) |
| Article 50 | Overlay & Special Purpose Districts | PUD and Open Space overlays |
| Article 60 | Use Regulations | Permitted uses, use standards, accessory and temporary uses |
| Article 70 | Density & Dimensional Standards | Lot sizes, setbacks, building heights |
| Article 80 | Subdivision Design & Improvements | Subdivision layout, infrastructure requirements |
| Article 90 | Perimeter Roadway Improvements | Road impact fees and improvement requirements |
| Article 100 | Development Standards | Parking, traffic studies, design standards |
| Article 110 | Environmental | Floodplain management, stormwater, renewable energy |
| Article 120 | Signs | Sign regulations, permits, and design standards |
| Article 130 | Nonconformities | Legal nonconforming uses, structures, and lots |
| Article 140 | Violations, Penalties & Enforcement | Code enforcement procedures and penalties |
| Article 150 | Definitions | Complete glossary of terms used in regulations |
| Article 160 | Fee Schedule | Application fees, deposits, and charges |
- R-A Agricultural - 19+ acres, agricultural uses
- R-1 Residential Rural - 9+ acres, low density residential
- R-1A Residential Low Density - 3+ acres, suburban residential
- R-1B Residential Urban - Urban residential with full services
- R-2 Residential Duplex - Duplex and small multi-family
- R-3 Residential Multi-Unit - Up to 10 units per acre
- R-MHP Mobile Home Parks - Manufactured housing parks
- S&O Service & Office - Neighborhood commercial
- B-1 Community Business - General commercial
- B-2 General Business - Highway commercial
- I-1 Limited Industrial - Light industrial
- I-2 General Industrial - Heavy industrial
- OP Open Space - Parks and recreation
- Rezoning Application - Change zoning classification
- Conditional Use Permit - Special use approval
- Variance Request - Relief from regulations
- Subdivision Approval - Land division process
- Sign Permits - Sign installation approval
- Floodplain Management - Development in flood zones
- Stormwater Management - Drainage requirements
- Environmental Standards - Natural resource protection
- Missouri Revised Statutes Chapter 64 - County Planning and Zoning Authority
- RSMo 64.800-64.880 - Planning and Zoning Procedures
- Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Environmental permitting
- Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) - Highway access permits
- Missouri Department of Conservation - Natural resource consultation
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Floodplain mapping
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) - Tower height regulations
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Communication tower licensing
Adoption Date: June 10, 2005
Jurisdiction: Unincorporated Ray County, Missouri
Authority: Missouri Revised Statutes Chapter 64
Contact Information:
- Ray County Planning & Zoning Department
- For current fees and applications, contact the department directly
- Cross-References: Internal links connect related articles and sections
- External Links: Links to Missouri statutes and agencies are provided for reference
- Legal Authority: These regulations have the force of law in unincorporated Ray County
- Updates: Fees and procedures may be updated by County Commission resolution
- Professional Advice: Consult with qualified professionals for specific development questions
This digital conversion maintains the legal integrity of the original 2005 Ray County Planning & Zoning Regulations while providing modern navigation and reference capabilities.