13691 Plank Road

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This summary condenses the regulations for the C-2 Light Commercial District, which incorporates all permissions and restrictions from the B-1, B-2, and C-1 districts. C-2 Zoning District Summary The C-2 District is a "cumulative" zone, meaning it allows everything from the more restrictive B-1, B-2, and C-1 districts, plus specific heavy-use commercial activities. 1. Permitted Uses ● Professional Offices (B-1): Doctors, lawyers, accountants, architects, realtors. ● Retail & Service (B-2): Apparel, studios, pharmacies, salons, banks, daycare centers, and HVAC/appliance sales. ● Light Commercial (C-1): Convenience stores, restaurants, greenhouses, mortuaries, indoor ranges, and small engine/appliance repair shops (< 2,500 sq. ft.). ● Specific C-2 Uses: * Automotive: Sales/service of cars, pickups, vans, boats, and motorcycles. ○ Large Scale/Entertainment: Hotels, motels, dancehalls, convention halls, health clubs, and supermarkets. ○ Specialty: Animal hospitals (with outside facilities), kennels, mini-storage, and carpet cleaning. ○ Residential: Single-family detached dwellings (per R-2 standards) and Caretaker Dw3. Residential Buffer Requirements If the property abuts a residential area, the following stricter rules apply: ● Setback: Minimum 8 feet from the residential property line. ● Screening: A 6-foot, 95% solid fence is required from the building line to the rear property line. ● Storage: All outdoor storage must be screened by a 95% solid wall/fence to the height of the material. 4. Signage & Caretaker Rules ● B-1/B-2 Carryover: Generally restricted to one attached sign (3'x5') unless specifically expanded by C-2 billboard allowances. ● Caretaker Unit: Allowed for security/maintenance. Must be set 100 feet behind the main building, 30 feet from the rear, and 15 feet from side lines. Skirting is required for mobile/modular units.ellings (on 2+ acre active business sites).


Baker, Louisiana, is a small, quiet suburban city located in the northern portion of East Baton Rouge Parish, roughly 11 miles north of downtown Baton Rouge. Known for its "small-town values" and community pride, it serves as a residential hub for many who work in the nearby metropolitan and industrial areas. The city is described as having a "sparse suburban feel." A high percentage of residents (70%) own their homes, contributing to a stable, family-oriented environment. The median household income is around $54,750. The local economy is supported by industries such as healthcare, retail, and manufacturing, with many residents commuting to Baton Rouge or the nearby riverfront refineries.


13691 Plank Road is a significant commercial and residential property located in Baker, Louisiana (70714). Based on current market data and recent city ordinances

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