(A)   Single-family residential district (R-20SF). This district is intended for single-family housing at a specific density; such as 20,000 square feet per residence. The regulations are designed to maintain a suitable environment for family living.

   (B)   Single-family residential districts (R-20, R-12, R-8). These districts are intended primarily for single-family houses at various densities of population. Certain non-residential uses of public or semi-public nature are permitted. The regulations for these districts are designed to maintain a suitable environment for family living. Densities of development are controlled by minimum lot area requirements, which are different with each district. The minimum lot area requirements, in thousands of square feet, is indicated by the numerical identification of each district.

   (D)   R-MH Mobile homes district. The purpose of this district is to provide for the development of properly located and planned facilities for mobile homes. It is recognized that mobile homes should be located in mobile home parks and subdivisions only and that such areas must be carefully located and designed to meet the needs of the residents and to achieve a satisfactory relationship to adjoining and nearby property.

      (1)   This district is established to maintain and protect the existing golf course and related uses. The principal use of the land is for recreational pursuits which are in keeping with the town's low density single-family residential development. It is also the intent to limit the uses to those that presently exist.

         (a)   Golf course;

         (b)   Golf club house and pro shop;

         (c)   Swimming pool;

         (d)   Tennis courts;

         (e)   Accessory buildings for golf course maintenance;

         (f)   Restaurants with lounge.

      (2)   Any new uses (not listed in subdivision (H)(1)) will require the zoning amendment procedure.

      (1)   It is the intent of this section to limit the use to those that presently exist:

         (a)   Education;

         (b)   Preservation and maintenance, including historic preservation;

         (c)   Beach access;

         (d)   Parking;

         (e)   Fund raising in support of the above uses, including the sale of souvenir items.

      (2)   Any new uses not listed in subdivision (I)(1) shall require amendment of this section.

(Ord. passed 6-8-78; Am. Res. passed 11-12-98; Am. Res. passed 1-8-04; Am. Res. passed 1-8-04; Am. Ord. passed 1-13-05; Am. Res. passed 2-14-08; Am. Res. passed 4-8-10; Am. Ord. 2014-003-O, passed 6-12-14; Am. Ord. passed - -)

   The boundaries of each zoning district are established as shown on the map titled “The Town of Caswell Beach Zoning Map” which accompanies and is hereby declared to be a part of this chapter. Unless otherwise shown on the map, the boundaries of the districts are street centerlines or lot lines as they existed at the time of the establishment of the boundary in question. Where uncertainty exists as to the boundaries of any district shown on the map, the following rules shall apply:

   (A)   Where a district boundary appears to divide a lot, the location of such boundary, unless the boundary is indicated by dimensions, shall be determined by the use of the scale appearing on the map. In the event that a district boundary line on the zoning map divides a platted lot held in one ownership on the date of passage of this chapter, each part of the lot so divided shall be used in conformity with the zoning district in which the part is located.

   (B)   Regardless of the existence of copies of the official zoning map which may from time to time be published, the official zoning map shall be the final authority as to the current zoning status of land, buildings or other structures within the corporate limits of the town. The official zoning map shall be kept in the office of the Town Clerk and made available to the public in read only format. All amendments to said map shall be entered onto the official map with date and reference along with certification by the Town Clerk under his or her seal. The zoning map, both current and prior adopted versions, shall be on file in the office of the Town Clerk. The zoning map(s) may be in paper or digital format.

(Ord. passed 6-8-78; Am. Res. passed 4-8-10; Am. Ord. passed - -)