511 Ave N Ave Columbia, PA 17512-2258

HDR High Density Residential District: To primarily provide for single-family detached, twin and townhouse dwellings in a traditional setting at moderately high densities. To offer opportunities for higher densities if an exceptionally high-quality design is proposed that would be highly compatible with nearby homes. To carefully control conversions of existing homes into additional numbers of units to promote neighborhood stability. To protect neighborhoods against incompatible nonresidential development. To extend the best features of older development into newer development. (7) HDRM High Density Residential - Multifamily District: To provide for a range of housing types at moderately high densities, including contemporary apartment development. (8) MDRB Medium Density Residential - Light Business District: To provide for residential development similar to the Medium Density Residential District. In addition, to provide for offices and certain other light business uses that would be highly compatible with nearby dwellings and the historic character of the area. (9) INSR Institutional - Residential District: To primarily provide for health care facilities and other institutional uses. In addition, to provide for residential development similar to the Medium Density Residential District. (10) DC Downtown Commercial District: To promote a strong downtown with a balanced mix of retail, service, office, public, institutional and residential uses. To encourage a pedestrian orientation, while avoiding intense auto-related uses that would damage the urban fabric and streetscape. (11) LB Light Business District: To provide for a range of light commercial, institutional and industrial uses, in a manner that is compatible with adjacent homes. To also provide for continuation of the airport, if desired by the property owner. (12) CR Commercial Recreation District: To provide for a range of light business and institutional uses, in a manner that is compatible with the natural features of the land. To take advantage of scenic views from the Borough Farm. (13) NC Neighborhood Commercial District: To provide for light commercial uses that would be compatible with adjacent relatively dense residential neighborhoods. This district is intended to be a transitional district between residential and commercial areas. (14) HC Highway Commercial District: To provide for a wide range of commercial uses along the Route 462 corridor.