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## 17.08.090 Private enforcement rights. | Nothing in this title is intended to bar or curtail the right of any person to assert any private right or remedy in the event of violation of this title or of state law or to seek remedy under this title and any of its provisions in a court of legal jurisdiction. (Ord. 2005-10 § 2, 2005. 2004 Code § 17.10.090.) | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.027344 | -1.144531 | -1.144531 | -0.814453 |
## 17.08.100 Unauthorized divisions of land. | A. The purpose of this section is to establish when applications may be submitted for certain divisions of land that occurred prior to October 20, 2023, that were not in accordance with state or local laws so that the land can be further subdivided under this title. The intent is to allow innocent purchasers of illegal... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.253662 | 1.375 | -0.05545 | 0.431885 |
### 17.12.010 Major plat criteria. | Any subdivision which does not qualify as a waiver or quick plat is a major subdivision and is subject to this chapter. (Ord. 2005-10 § 2, 2005. 2004 Code § 17.30.010.) | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.109375 | -0.819824 | -0.73877 | -1.560547 |
### 17.12.020 Application procedure. | An informal preapplication conference by appointment with Borough staff prior to the submittal of the application is encouraged. The application shall be submitted on a form provided for that purpose by the Borough, accompanied by the following:
A. Drawings which contain information required for a preliminary plat und... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.589844 | 0.147461 | -0.507324 | -0.717285 |
### 17.12.030 Action on major plat applications. | The procedure for major plat approval of a proposed subdivision is as follows:
A. Application requests must be submitted at least 45 calendar days before the meeting of the Platting Board at which the proposed subdivision will be considered.
B. Within 25 calendar days after the submittal deadline, the Platting Office... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.033081 | 0.913086 | -0.48999 | -0.686035 |
### 17.16.010 Quick plat criteria. | A. Subject to subsection (C) of this section, a Hearing Officer may, using the procedures set forth in this division, consider and approve plat applications requesting the following:
1. A movement or elimination of lot lines resulting in no more than four lots.
2. A subdivision resulting in four or fewer tracts or lo... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.47168 | 0.81543 | -0.374512 | -0.590332 |
## 17.16.020 Quick plat application. | An informal preapplication conference by appointment with Borough staff prior to the submittal of the application is encouraged.
A. The application shall be submitted on a form provided for that purpose by the Borough and shall be accompanied by the following:
1. Drawings which contain the information required for a ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.021484 | -0.366943 | -0.723633 | -1.049805 |
## 17.16.030 Action on quick plat application. | A. Quick plat applications will be processed based upon a schedule of application deadlines set by the planning staff. There shall be at least two quick plat hearings scheduled each month.
B. Upon the submittal of a quick plat application, the Platting Officer shall review the application and supporting materials for ... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.141479 | 0.165771 | -0.557129 | -0.567871 |
### 17.20.010 Subdivisions by waiver of a plat. | A. The Platting Board shall approve the subdivision and waive the preparation, approval, and recording of a final plat upon showing by the applicant that the subdivision meets all the following requirements:
1. Each tract or parcel of land created will have legal and constructed access to a public highway or street;
... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.83252 | -0.409912 | -1.100586 | -1.014648 |
### 17.20.020 Application. | A. A person seeking a waiver of the final plat shall submit an application on a form provided for that purpose by the Borough. The application shall contain the following information:
1. A sketch complying with FNSBC 17.20.040(A) depicting the following:
a. Parcel to be subdivided;
b. Lots or tracts proposed;
... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.882813 | -0.032471 | -0.700684 | -0.9375 |
## 17.20.030 Action on waiver applications. | A. Waiver applications must be submitted at least 45 calendar days before the meeting of the Platting Board at which the proposed subdivision will be considered.
B. Within 25 calendar days after the submittal deadline, the Platting Officer shall determine if the application meets the requirements of FNSBC 17.20.020 an... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.181885 | 0.713867 | -0.279785 | -0.399658 |
## 17.20.040 Design and survey requirements. | A. The sketch of a proposed subdivision submitted in support of an application for waiver shall consist of the following:
1. A legible sketch drawn to a scale of not less than one inch equals 400 feet:
a. On approved quality material,
b. Eight and one-half by 11 inches or larger;
2. Depicting the following:
... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.916992 | 0.751465 | -0.3479 | -0.776855 |
### 17.24.010 Minor amendments. | Where technical defects are discovered on a recorded *subdivision plat*, the correction of which would not alter *lot acres*, influence any change of ownership, drainage features, rights-of-way or any other item which, in the judgment of the *Platting Officer*, would not adversely affect any valid existing right, the *... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.626465 | 0.567871 | -0.708008 | -1.105469 |
### 17.24.020 Other amendments. | All technical amendments other than minor amendments must follow the procedures of this title best suited to the nature of the technical errors to be corrected. (Ord. 2005-10 § 2, 2005. 2004 Code § 17.30.120.) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.485352 | -0.319336 | -1.083984 | -1.304688 |
### 17.28.010 Alternate procedure. | A. *plat* for a subdivision created by a government transportation or public works agency’s partial acquisition of parcels in fee for the purpose of a street or right-of-way, including roadway appurtenances, is subject to approval under this chapter and is exempt from all other approval procedure for *plats* under this... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.165039 | 0.300537 | -1.495117 | -1.418945 |
### 17.28.020 Submission requirements. | A government right-of-way acquisition *plat* submitted under this chapter shall contain the following information:
A. The location (including section, township and range), name, project number and *plat* number, if applicable, of the acquisition project;
B. The proposed timetable for acquisition and construction;
C.... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.386719 | -0.881348 | -1.15918 | -1.435547 |
### 17.28.030 Applicability of requirements. | A government right-of-way acquisition *plat* shall conform to the submission requirements of FNSBC 17.28.020 and to the other provisions of this title; provided, that:
A. Remainder lots created by right-of-way acquisition *plats* are subject to the requirements of FNSBC 17.56.010, and variances may be required under C... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.509766 | 1.362305 | -0.950195 | -0.699219 |
## 17.28.040 Action. | Actions necessary prior to approval of a final *plat* include:
A. The *Platting Officer* and the appropriate government agencies shall review the right-of-way acquisition *plat* for completeness. If the proposed *plat* does not meet the requirements of this chapter, it shall be returned to the submitting agency with a... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.178345 | 0.730469 | -1.000977 | -0.681641 |
## 17.32.010 Vacation criteria. | Vacation of a public road, *trail*, *easement*, or public area must conform to the requirements of AS 29 and as outlined in this chapter. (Ord. 2005-10 § 2, 2005. 2004 Code § 17.40.010.)
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026. | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.774902 | -0.180908 | -0.184448 | -1.176758 |
## 17.32.020 Vacation application. | An informal preapplication conference by appointment with Borough staff prior to the submittal of the application for vacation of a public right-of-way is encouraged. The application shall be submitted on a form provided for that purpose by the Borough, accompanied by the following:
A. A petition signed by:
1. The ow... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.624023 | -0.025482 | -0.535156 | -0.790527 |
## 17.32.030 Action on vacation application. | A. Application requests must be submitted at least 45 calendar days before the meeting of the Platting Board at which the proposed vacation will be considered.
B. Within 25 calendar days after submittal of the application, the Platting Officer shall review the application and supporting materials for compliance with t... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.709473 | 0.75 | -0.024292 | -0.237305 |
## 17.32.040 Removal of public utility easements. | If a *public utility easement* is reserved or shown on a recorded *plat*, the procedure for removing such *easement* may follow the quick *plat* procedure. (Ord. 2012-33 § 3, 2012; Ord. 2005-10 § 2, 2005. 2004 Code § 17.40.040.) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.248047 | -0.895508 | -0.77002 | -1.152344 |
## 17.32.050 Removal of private easements. | If a private *easement* is created by *plat*, the procedure for removing such *easement* may follow the quick *plat* procedure provided the following criteria are met:
A. The vacation does not result in a *violation* of Chapter 17.56 FNSBC.
B. The vacation application shall be submitted with signatures of approval of... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.003906 | -0.453369 | -0.157471 | -0.805664 |
## 17.36.010 Street naming guidelines. | A. The purpose of the street naming procedure is to provide a mechanism by which previously dedicated streets may be named or renamed with the approval of the *Platting Board*.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026.
B. Street names shall neither duplicate n... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.737793 | -0.116943 | -0.745117 | -0.854004 |
## 17.36.020 Street naming application. | An informal preapplication conference by appointment with Borough staff prior to the submittal of the application is encouraged. The application shall be submitted on a form provided for that purpose by the Borough and shall be accompanied by the following:
A. A petition meeting the following criteria:
1. Signed by a... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.233398 | -0.398682 | -0.950195 | -1.125 |
## 17.36.030 Action on street naming application. | A. Street naming applications must be submitted at least 45 calendar days before the meeting of the Platting Board at which the application will be considered.
B. Within 25 calendar days after submittal of the application, the Platting Officer shall review the application and supporting materials and do one of the fol... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.155762 | 0.460449 | -0.146606 | -0.385254 |
## 17.36.040 Petition waiver. | At the request of the Community Planning Director or emergency services director, the Platting Board may for good cause waive the petition requirements of FNSBC 17.36.020(A)(1), and the Platting Board may change, rename, or name an existing street, road easement, or newly established street within the boundaries of the... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.012383 | 0.334473 | -1.168945 | -0.838379 |
### 17.40.010 Guidelines. | The purpose of the private road procedure is to provide a mechanism by which those roads that are not public may be recognized within the Borough for street addressing purposes.
A. Street names shall neither duplicate nor be subject to confusion with the spelling or the pronunciation of any existing street name in the... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.846191 | -0.552734 | -0.836426 | -0.983398 |
### 17.40.020 Application. | An informal preapplication conference by appointment with Borough staff prior to the submittal of the application is encouraged. The application shall be submitted on a form provided for that purpose by the Borough. The application will consist of the following:
A. A petition signed by the affected property owners rep... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1 | -0.803223 | -0.709961 | -0.879883 |
### 17.40.030 Action. | Upon the submittal of an application for naming a nonpublic road, the Platting Officer or their designee shall review the application and supporting materials for compliance with this title.
A. Within five working days after the submittal of an application, the Platting Officer or their designee shall do one of the fo... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.174316 | -0.187744 | -0.77002 | -0.751465 |
## 17.40.040 Petition waiver. | At the request of the Community Planning Director or emergency services director, the *Platting Board* may for good cause waive the petition requirements of FNSBC 17.40.020(A), and the *Platting Board* may change, rename, or name an existing street, road easement, or newly established street within the limits of the Bo... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.379883 | 0.509277 | -1.256836 | -0.797363 |
## 17.44.010 Improvements. | A. When a subdivision is approved subject to conditions requiring the construction or installation of roads, sewer, water, or other improvements, the approved plat may be recorded prior to the completion of the improvements if the applicant meets the following requirements:
1. On a form provided by the engineer, the a... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.496094 | 0.50293 | -0.083862 | -0.225464 |
## 17.44.020 Monumentation. | When field monumentation is impractical because of either seasonal or construction restrictions, the applicant may apply for permission from the Borough engineer to file the final plat prior to completion of monumentation if all the following conditions are met:
A. The applicant must show that field monumentation is i... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.003807 | 0.37915 | 0.327393 | -0.327393 |
### 17.48.010 Preliminary plat requirements. | A. The application for quick, major, or vacation *plat* approval shall be accompanied by a preliminary *plat* of the proposed request and supporting data as required by this chapter.
B. The preliminary *plat* submitted shall meet the following criteria:
1. It shall be clear and legible.
2. It shall be drawn to a sca... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.111511 | 1.708008 | 0.040253 | -0.527832 |
## 17.52.010 Final plat preapplication. | A. Prior to final plat application, the following shall be submitted to the Borough engineer and, if applicable, the city engineer:
1. One copy of the final plat;
2. Copy of Borough letter issued at preliminary approval, setting forth conditions, if any;
3. Copy of driveway permit from the state of Alaska Department... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.977539 | 1.010742 | -0.414551 | -0.632324 |
## 17.52.020 Final plat application. | When all conditions of the *Platting Board’s* approval of the preliminary *plat* have been met, and (except in the case of an authorized phased-filing or extension of time) no more than 24 months after approval of the preliminary *plat*, the application for final approval shall be submitted to the *Platting Officer* on... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.964844 | 0.962891 | -0.323242 | -0.586914 |
## 17.52.030 Action on final plat. | A. Upon the submittal of an application for final *plat* approval, the *Platting Officer* shall review the application, *plat*, and supporting documents for compliance with this title and with any conditions imposed by the board upon approval of the preliminary *plat*.
B. Within five *working days* after submittal of ... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.483887 | 0.0979 | -0.845215 | -1.109375 |
## 17.52.040 Final plat layout requirements. | A. The final *plat* shall conform substantially to the preliminary layout approved by the *Platting Board*.
B. A final *plat* shall conform to the following requirements:
1. *Plats* shall be clearly legible.
2. All signatures shall be in black, nonsmearing, opaque ink.
3. The *plat* shall be at a scale of one inch ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.702148 | 1.186523 | 0.025299 | -0.494385 |
### CERTIFICATE OF VACATION | I hereby certify that the vacation shown herein has been found to comply with the requirements of state law and FNSBC Title 17, Subdivisions, and that said vacation has been duly approved.
Dated this ______ day of ______, 20__, at Fairbanks, Alaska.
_________________________
Platting Officer
Fairbanks North Star Bo... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.060547 | 0.194214 | -0.479736 | -0.911621 |
### CERTIFICATE OF PAYMENT OF TAXES | I, the undersigned, being duly appointed and qualified tax collector for the Fairbanks North Star Borough, do hereby certify that, according to the records of the Fairbanks North Star Borough, the following described property is carried on the tax records in the name of:
_________________________
____________________... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.274414 | 0.450928 | -1.483398 | -0.742676 |
## 17.52.050 Applicability. | Any application to subdivide any number of lots that have been approved by the relevant Platting Authority when created or were exempt from Platting Authority approval when created shall not be subject to the design and public improvement requirements of this title; provided, that all the following criteria are met:
A... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.535156 | 0.330811 | -0.722168 | -0.633301 |
## 17.56.010 Lot configuration. | A. Lot area shall conform to the requirements imposed by the Borough zoning ordinance.
B. Lots shall have at least 40 feet of frontage, except as in subsections (C) and (H)(1)(a) of this section.
C. Two lots which have a common wall construction intent may have a minimum frontage of 20 feet each if units are served b... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.431885 | 1.143555 | 0.417725 | -0.466553 |
## 17.56.020 Legal access. | A. Except as otherwise allowed in this section, there shall be legal access originating from a state-maintained roadway available for year-round public use to the boundary of the subdivision.
B. The applicant shall show to the satisfaction of the Platting Authority that legal access exists, providing for construction,... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.06076 | 0.727539 | -0.560547 | -0.431152 |
## 17.56.030 Utility easements. | A. The Platting Board shall require reservation of utility easements along lot lines or rights-of-way within a subdivision when a utility company demonstrates a specific need for them.
B. Utility improvements are an acceptable accessory use of a public roadway.
1. Utility improvements may cross over and/or under a... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.65332 | -0.661133 | -1.188477 | -1.071289 |
## 17.56.040 Trail easements. | A. On lands through which Category A and B trails pass, the Platting Board shall require the dedication of easements to conform to the adopted comprehensive recreational trail plan.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026.
B. Existing trail alignment may be a... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.45459 | 1.129883 | -0.322998 | 0.203735 |
## 17.56.050 Lot area for on-site septic. | A. If lots to be created are not or cannot be served by a community sewer system, each lot created under this title must have sufficient area of suitable soils to support a conventional on-site wastewater disposal system. Sufficient area shall be determined by Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation.
B. If the... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.586914 | -0.314453 | 0.306396 | -0.202148 |
## 17.56.060 General road requirements. | A. There shall be constructed road access originating from a state-maintained roadway or a roadway previously approved for access under criteria established by this or prior titles to the boundary of the subdivision. The constructed road shall be within legal access as defined in this chapter. For the purposes of this ... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.51709 | 1.724609 | 0.026718 | 0.302246 |
## 17.56.065 Exemptions to road construction. | A. Lots 20 acres or larger in size do not require constructed road access to or within the subdivision. The applicant is required to demonstrate to the Borough Engineer that the proposed access can be constructed practically and economically within the legal access.
B. Communication sites and utility sites require no ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.150757 | 1.22168 | -0.093201 | -0.079102 |
## 17.56.070 Road classifications. | A. Pioneer access roads may be appropriate for access to individual subdivided properties five acres and larger, with a maximum of five lots, requiring road construction.
B. Alleys are designed to provide secondary access to areas proposed for dwellings, commercial or industrial uses or subdivisions where service acce... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.855469 | 0.000997 | -1.03125 | -0.851074 |
## 17.56.080 Right-of-way – Trafficway width. | A. All rights-of-way shall be of sufficient width to contain all road construction.
B. Minimum right-of-way, trafficway, and shoulder width (expressed below in feet) shall be as follows:
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026. | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.811523 | -0.861328 | -0.839844 | -1.117188 |
## Minimum Road Design Standards* | Right-of-Way/
Trafficway Widths
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Road Classification</th>
<th>Minimum R.O.W.</th>
<th>Minimum Trafficway Width</th>
<th>Minimum Shoulder</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Local 1<sup>1</sup></td>
<td>40</td>
<td>18</td>
<td>... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.646973 | 0.980957 | -0.37793 | -0.555176 |
## 17.56.090 Right-of-way – Distance from structures. | No street or right-of-way shall be created or modified within 15 feet of a permanent building existing on or adjoining the *property* to be subdivided or dedicated unless the *applicant* proves that the replat will not impede safe public access or otherwise result in a hazard to *persons* or *property*. (Ord. 2005-10 §... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.319824 | -0.589844 | -0.109802 | 0.516113 |
## 17.56.100 Road geometrics and profiles. | A. Where the deflection angle of two road tangents exceeds 10 degrees, a horizontal circular curve is required, the centerline radius of which shall not be less than as outlined below:
1. Local 1 and pioneer access roads, 125 feet;
2. Local 2 roads, 205 feet;
3. Minor collector road, 300 feet;
4. Switchbacks. Switc... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.892578 | 1.323242 | -0.410156 | -0.457031 |
## Minimum Road Design Standards | Road Geometrics and Profiles
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Road Classification</th>
<th>Minimum Curve Radius</th>
<th>Minimum Sight Distance</th>
<th>Design Speed</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Local 1</td>
<td>125</td>
<td>125</td>
<td>20 mph</td>
... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.688965 | -0.243774 | -0.271484 | -0.833496 |
## 17.56.110 Connections with existing and future development. | A. The alignment of subdivision streets shall conform to the comprehensive road plan adopted by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly.
B. Rights-of-way for stub roads, including temporary dead-end streets intended to provide access for future subdivisions or to connect to existing adjacent subdivision roads, shall... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.099609 | -0.288086 | -1.068359 | -0.85498 |
## 17.56.120 Road construction standards. | A. Subbase.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026.
1. All base material shall be placed upon properly constructed and compacted subbase of sufficient depth and composition to ensure a driveable surface during adverse surface conditions.
2. Prior to placeme... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.89502 | 0.890137 | -0.246094 | -0.20105 |
## 17.56.130 Road construction standards – Structure/bridges. | Bridges, bottomless culverts, and culverts of 36 inches in diameter or greater, retaining walls and other structures shall be prepared, signed and sealed by a *registered professional*. (Ord. 2005-33 § 14, 2006. 2004 Code § 17.60.175.) | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.395508 | -1.251953 | -0.532227 | -1.302734 |
## 17.56.140 Drainage. | A. A drainage plan prepared, signed and sealed by a *registered professional* shall include, at a minimum, a description of the property, description of the drainage basin disturbed by the development, methods and assumptions of the *registered professional*, and results for culvert locations, culvert outlet controls, ... | true | Rules | Buildings | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.726563 | 0.565918 | -0.12915 | -0.280273 |
## 17.60.010 Signs, subdivisions and road names. | A. Road names shall conform to Chapters 17.36 and 17.40 FNSBC.
B. Road and subdivision names shall not duplicate existing road or subdivision names in spelling or sound such that they may be confused with existing names.
C. An existing road name shall be continued when the new road extends the alignment of an existin... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.919922 | 0.615723 | -0.802246 | -0.790527 |
## 17.60.020 Special standards and restrictions. | A. In those areas where the Platting Board has been presented with evidence which indicates that the preliminary layout, if approved and developed, would result in a hazard to persons or property, or if evidence has been presented which indicates that damage to properties lying beyond the boundaries of the proposed sub... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.533691 | 1.108398 | 0.14624 | 1.460938 |
## 17.60.030 Angle points. | A. Monumentation shall not be required for the elimination of *lot* lines when affected *lots* are under common ownership.
B. All exterior angle points in the *subdivision* shall be marked with primary *monuments* permanently set thus:
1. If not located within roadways or walkways, flush to the surface or protruding ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.40332 | -0.118164 | -0.574707 | -1.118164 |
## 17.60.040 Monument material. | The following *monument* material or equal shall be employed in the survey: | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.354492 | -1.203125 | -0.706055 | -1.328125 |
### A. Primary Monuments. | 1. Alloyed iron pipe, zinc-coated, or aluminum pipe:
a. Outside diameter, two inches or larger;
b. Cut in 30-inch lengths;
c. One end of the pipe shall be split for several inches and the two halves spread to form flanges or commercially manufactured foot attached.
2. A brass or aluminum cap two and one-half ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.717773 | 0.253662 | -0.138184 | -0.666992 |
### B. Secondary Monuments. | 1. Cap one and one-half inches or larger secured by friction fit or mechanical means to five-eighths-inch steel rebar or other ferrous metal rod.
2. The rods shall penetrate a minimum of 30 inches below the surface.
3. Plastic stakes specifically designed for survey purposes are allowable if they meet penetration req... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.19043 | 0.396973 | -0.200195 | -0.629883 |
### 17.64.010 Variance granting – Application. | A. The Platting Board may vary or modify requirements of this title if the variance request meets the criteria set forth below and the subdivision, with the variance, can be developed consistent with public welfare and safety:
1. The tract to be subdivided is of such unusual size or shape or is surrounded by such deve... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.225098 | 1.052734 | -0.715332 | 0.231201 |
### 17.68.010 Appeals from Platting Board decisions. | Except for a final *plat* and action on a vacation application, any *party* or *interested person* who participated in the hearing before the *Platting Board* may appeal a decision of the *Platting Board* to the Board of Adjustment by filing a written notice of appeal with the *Clerk’s* office within seven days of the ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.197266 | 0.244873 | -1.275391 | -1.055664 |
### 18.04.010 Definitions. | A. *Rules of Construction.* The language set forth in the text of this title shall be interpreted in accordance with the following rules of construction:
1. The word “lot” shall include the words “plot,” “parcel,” or “tract”;
2. The word “building” shall include the word “structure.”
The Fairbanks North Star Boroug... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 1.462891 | 1.043945 | 0.076843 | 0.016693 |
### 18.08.010 Comprehensive Plan. | This title is the regulation that implements the Fairbanks North Star Borough Comprehensive Plan, adopted in September, 2005. The Comprehensive Plan is a set of goal and policy statements and a map to guide the physical development of the Borough. In accordance with the Comprehensive Plan, the Borough Assembly shall gu... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.027344 | 0.661133 | -1.166016 | -0.797852 |
## 18.12.010 Title. | The ordinance codified in this title shall be known as the “Fairbanks North Star Borough (FNSB) zoning ordinance” except as referred to and cited herein, where it shall be known as “this title.” (Ord. 88-010 § 2, 1988. 2004 Code § 18.04.010.) | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.374023 | -0.789551 | -1.407227 | -1.603516 |
## 18.12.020 Purpose. | The purpose of this title is to implement the Fairbanks North Star Borough Comprehensive Plan.
This title is intended to protect private property rights, to promote the public health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the Borough, and safety from fire and to promote the efficient distribution of water, se... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.963867 | -0.541016 | -0.496094 | 0.645508 |
## 18.12.030 Application of the zoning ordinance. | All property except that property exempted by law shall be governed according to the zoning district in which it is located.
Within each zoning district, the regulations and restrictions set forth in this title shall be deemed the minimum regulations and restrictions and shall apply uniformly to each class or kind of ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.737305 | 0.978027 | 0.997559 | -0.182983 |
## 18.12.040 Authority and jurisdiction. | This title is enacted to establish and carry into effect the several powers, duties and privileges conferred upon the Fairbanks North Star Borough by Title 29, Alaska Statutes. (Ord. 88-010 § 2, 1988. 2004 Code § 18.04.040.) | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.536133 | -0.081238 | -1.384766 | -1.264648 |
## 18.12.050 Interpretation and conflicts. | It is not intended by this title to interfere with or abrogate and annul any ordinance, rules, regulations or permits previously adopted or issued and not in conflict with any of the provision of this title, or which shall be adopted or issued pursuant to law relating to the use of buildings or land, and likewise not i... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.415039 | -0.316406 | -1.229492 | -0.959473 |
## 18.12.060 Severability. | If any section or part hereof is for any reason declared unconstitutional or invalid, the validity of the remaining portions hereof shall not be affected. (Ord. 88-010 § 2, 1988. 2004 Code § 18.04.060.) | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.517578 | -1.717773 | -1.001953 | -1.421875 |
## 18.12.070 Implementation. | Upon adoption of the ordinance codified in this title, the following changes shall be made to the official zoning map. Land zoned Q, Holding, prior to the adoption of the ordinance codified in this title, shall become zoned to the largest contiguous zoning district. Grandfathering of all land uses shall take precedent ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.320068 | 0.731445 | -0.344238 | -0.839844 |
## 18.16.020 Official zoning map. | The location and boundaries of the zoning districts established by this title are set forth in the official zoning map adopted by this reference and declared to be an official record and a part of this title.
A. Regardless of the existence of purported copies of the official zoning map, which may from time to time be ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.92627 | 0.987305 | -0.758301 | -0.311035 |
## 18.16.030 Boundaries. | Whenever uncertainty exists with respect to the boundaries of the various zoning districts as shown on the official zoning map and unless otherwise specified, the following rules shall apply:
A. The zoning district boundary lines shall be: the centerline of either a street, alley or railroad right-of-way; the centerli... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.244141 | 1.428711 | -1.097656 | -1.039063 |
### 18.20.010 Intent. | This district is intended to protect outdoor recreational uses on public lands or on private lands if requested by the *property owner*. This zone does not convey public use of private property. (Ord. 2000-06 § 2, 2000; Ord. 88-010 § 2, 1988. 2004 Code § 18.10.010.) | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.739258 | -1.448242 | -0.802246 | -1.161133 |
### 18.20.020 Use regulations. | A. Permitted Uses. In the OR, outdoor recreational district, permitted uses are:
1. Accessory uses;
2. Archery range;
3. Campgrounds;
4. Communications tower, minor;
5. Community garden, neighborhood;
6. Community garden, regional;
7. Corrals and hitching posts;
8. Dock, deck or boat launch;
The Fairbanks North Star ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.704102 | 0.038208 | -0.631836 | -0.777344 |
## 18.20.030 Standards. | In the OR, outdoor recreational district, geometric standards are:
A. **Lot Area.** There shall be no minimum *lot area* except as may be required by the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation in areas where community sewer and water are unavailable.
B. **Required Yards for Buildings.**
1. *Fro... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.52832 | -0.348145 | 0.10498 | -0.84668 |
## 18.22.010 Intent. | The remote recreation site district is intended to preserve the remote character of an area while allowing for very low density and small in scale development on public lands or on private lands if requested by the property owner. Remote recreation site areas may have a variety of natural and scenic resources and may n... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.581543 | -0.468262 | -0.543457 | -0.281006 |
### A. Permitted Uses. | In the RRS, remote recreation site district, permitted uses are:
1. Accessory uses;
2. Community garden, neighborhood;
3. Dock, deck or boat launch;
4. Guesthouse;
5. Single-family detached dwelling;
6. Seasonal recreational shelter, no limit;
7. Seasonal recreational shelter developed on a permanent foundation or woo... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.457275 | -1.135742 | 0.002937 | -0.82666 |
### B. Conditional Uses. | In the RRS, remote recreation site district, conditional uses are:
1. Airports, heliports and aircraft landing fields, and related buildings essential in the operation of said uses;
2. Bed and breakfast homestay;
3. Organized trail facilities and related buildings, as a principal use;
4. Public recreation buildings;
5... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.638672 | -0.21521 | -0.640137 | -0.39917 |
## 18.22.030 Standards. | In the RRS, remote recreation site district, geometric standards are:
A. Lot Area.
1. In the RRS zoning district lot area shall not be less than 120,000 square feet;
2. Exceptions to Lot Area Requirements. See Chapter 18.96 FNSBC.
B. Required Yards for Buildings.
1. Front yard shall not be less than 50 feet;
2. S... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.774902 | -0.163086 | 0.104858 | -0.904785 |
## 18.24.010 Intent. | This district is intended to encourage open space and preserve natural vegetative buffers within the Borough, and other traditional outdoor open space uses by prohibiting structural development, above ground utilities and roads. This district is intended to allow minimal clearing of living vegetative growth only after ... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.98291 | -0.08606 | -0.123901 | -0.447998 |
## 18.24.020 Use regulations. | A. Permitted Uses. In the OSB, open space buffer district, permitted uses are:
1. Trail maintenance not greater than 10 feet in width.
B. Conditional Uses. In the OSB, open space buffer district, conditional uses are:
1. Clearing of natural vegetation for roads, driveways, and underground utilities or above ground u... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.590332 | -0.71875 | -0.808594 | -0.849609 |
## 18.24.030 Standards. | In the OSB, open space buffer district, geometric standards are:
A. Lot Area. There shall be no minimum lot area.
B. Buildings per Lot. See Chapter 18.96 FNSBC. (Ord. 2020-14 § 3, 2020; Ord. 2000-07 § 2, 2000. 2004 Code § 18.11.030.) | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.9375 | -0.581055 | -0.556641 | -1.381836 |
### 18.28.010 Intent. | These districts are intended for agricultural uses of land for very low density residential development. These districts are intended for areas where community sewer and water systems are unavailable. (Ord. 88-010 § 2, 1988. 2004 Code § 18.14.010.) | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.441406 | -1.021484 | -0.77002 | -1.164063 |
### 18.28.020 Use regulations. | A. Permitted Uses. In the RA-40, RA-20, RA-10 and RA-5, rural and agricultural districts, permitted uses are:
1. Accessory uses;
2. Agribusiness;
3. Agricultural uses;
4. Airports, heliports and aircraft landing fields, and related buildings essential in the operation of said uses, in the RA-40 and RA-20 districts onl... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.688965 | 0.50293 | -0.463867 | -0.625 |
## 18.28.030 Standards. | In the RA-40, RA-20, RA-10 and RA-5, rural and agricultural districts, geometric standards are:
A. Lot Area.
1. In the RA-40 district, lot area shall not be less than 1,600,000 square feet.
2. In the RA-20 district, lot area shall not be less than 800,000 square feet.
3. In the RA-10 district, lot area shall not be... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.705566 | -0.133545 | 0.021378 | -0.818848 |
### 18.32.010 Intent. | These districts are intended for small scale agricultural uses of land. These districts are intended for areas where community sewer and water systems are unavailable. (Ord. 88-010 § 2, 1988. 2004 Code § 18.16.010.) | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.542969 | -1.272461 | -0.975098 | -1.431641 |
### 18.32.020 Use regulations. | A. Permitted Uses. In the RF-4 and RF-2, rural farmstead districts, permitted uses are:
1. Accessory uses;
2. Agricultural uses;
3. Animal and veterinary hospitals;
4. Animal boarding and breeding facilities;
5. Banquet halls;
6. Bed and breakfast homestay;
7. Bed and breakfast residence;
8. Child care group home;
9. ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.706055 | 0.203491 | -0.680176 | -0.475586 |
## 18.32.030 Standards. | In the RF-4 and RF-2, rural farmstead districts, geometric standards are:
A. Lot Area.
1. In the RF-4 district, lot area shall not be less than 160,000 square feet;
2. In the RF-2 district, lot area shall not be less than 80,000 square feet.
B. Required Yards for Buildings.
1. Front yard shall not be less than 35 ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.86377 | -0.263184 | -0.157104 | -0.851563 |
### 18.36.010 Intent. | These districts are intended for low density residential development and other compatible uses in areas where community sewer and water systems are unavailable. (Ord. 88-010 § 2, 1988. 2004 Code § 18.18.010.) | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.285156 | -1.041016 | -0.636719 | -1.19043 |
### 18.36.020 Use regulations. | A. Permitted Uses. In the RE-4 and RE-2, rural estate districts, permitted uses are:
1. Accessory uses;
2. Bed and breakfast homestays;
3. Bed and breakfast residence;
4. Child care group home;
5. Child care home;
6. Church buildings;
7. Communications tower, minor (only in the RE-4 district);
8. Domestic livestock;
9... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.242554 | 0.148682 | -0.799316 | -0.85498 |
## 18.36.030 Standards. | In the RE-4 and RE-2, rural estate districts, geometric standards are:
A. Lot Area.
1. In the RE-4 district, lot area shall not be less than 160,000 square feet.
2. In the RE-2 district, lot area shall not be less than 80,000 square feet.
B. Required Yards for Buildings.
1. Front yard shall not be less than 35 fee... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.828125 | -0.431152 | 0.144775 | -0.846191 |
### 18.40.010 Intent. | This district is intended for low density residential development and other compatible uses in areas where community sewer and water systems may or may not be available. (Ord. 88-010 § 2, 1988. 2004 Code § 18.20.010.) | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.294922 | -1.004883 | -0.844238 | -1.326172 |
#### A. Permitted Uses. In the RR, rural residential district, permitted uses are: | 1. Accessory uses;
2. Bed and breakfast homestay;
3. Bed and breakfast residence;
4. Child care group home;
5. Child care home;
6. Church buildings;
7. Domestic livestock on lots of not less than 80,000 square feet in area;
8. Guest house, one per lot, and only on a lot with an existing single-family detached dwelling ... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.24585 | -0.635742 | -0.022308 | -0.996094 |
#### B. Conditional Uses. In the RR, rural residential district, conditional uses are: | 1. Airports, heliports and aircraft landing fields, and related buildings essential in the operation of such uses;
2. Animal and veterinary hospitals;
3. Cemeteries;
4. Child care center;
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026.
5. Communications tower, major... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.177856 | 0.318359 | -0.716797 | -0.655273 |
## 18.40.030 Standards. | In the RR, rural residential district, geometric standards are:
A. Lot Area. Lot area shall not be less than 40,000 square feet.
B. Required Yards for Buildings.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026.
1. Front yard shall not be less than 25 feet;
2. Sid... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.686035 | -0.158325 | 0.232422 | -0.807129 |
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