Clanton City Zoning Code
ARTICLE VI.
ESTABLISHMENT OF DISTRICTS
In order to carry out the intent and purpose of this ordinance, the City of Clanton is hereby divided into the following districts or zones. The location, boundaries and area of which are, and shall be as shown and depicted upon the official zoning map. Said districts or zones are to be as follows:
The boundaries of the above districts are hereby established as shown on the official zoning map of the City of Clanton. Questions concerning the exact location of district boundary lines shall be decided by the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as outlined in Article IV, Administration, Section 5.0. The zoning district regulations are as follows:
Sec. 1.0.- AG Agriculture District.
1.1
Intent.
This district consists primarily of undeveloped lands where agricultural and related pursuits may occur within the city and where agricultural support centers may serve outlying rural areas beyond the city. Further, the intent of the AG district is to hold these areas in agricultural, forestry, outdoor recreational, rural residential and other limited, yet compatible uses until such time as city services can be expanded to accommodate a higher density development pattern.
1.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the AG Agriculture District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted subject to Article IV, Administration, Section 6.0, Interpretation of Uses and Section 7.0, Unclassified Uses.
Any lot located within an agricultural district, the area of such lot being less than five (5) acres, shall be prescribed as residential and afforded the same uses as, and regulated by, Article VI, Sec. 3.0 R-1-B Single-Family Residential District. Any additional uses as defined in the Agriculture District may be permitted subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
(a)
Agricultural Uses (Five acre or larger tract).
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Farm, subject to Article VII, Section 2.0.
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Hobby Farm, subject to Article VII, Section 3.0.
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Kennel, subject to Article VII, Section 2.1.
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Commercial Greenhouse and Gardens.
(b)
Residential Uses.
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Modular Home.
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Detached Single Family residence.
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Accessory Buildings, subject to Article VII, Section 7.0.
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Satellite Dish Antennas, subject to city Ordinance Number 13-86.
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Private Swimming pool, subject to Article VII, Section 10.0.
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Non-commercial Greenhouse and garden.
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Hobby farm, subject to Article VII, Section 3.0.
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Home Instruction.
(c)
Institutional Uses (five acre or larger tract).
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Community Center.
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Public Building.
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Country Club.
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Park.
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Place of Worship.
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Public Utility Facility.
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Public Utility Service.
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School.
(d)
Commercial Uses.
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Studio, in addition to single-family residence.
(e)
Temporary Uses.
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Garage or Yard Sales, subject to city Ordinance Number 1-89.
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Seasonal Sales.
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Special Event.
1.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may also be permitted subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued, see Article IV, Section 14.0, Special Exceptions, page 10.
(a)
Agriculture Uses.
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Farm Support Business.
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Livestock Sales.
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Stable.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
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Group Care Residence, subject to Article VII, section 4.0.
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Cemetery, subject to Article VII, section 8.0.
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Animal Shelter.
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Boarding House.
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Public Assembly Center.
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Military Installation.
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Day Care Home.
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Club.
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Domiciliary Care Facility.
(c)
Commercial Uses.
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Home Occupation, subject to Article VII, section 5.0.
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Broadcast Studio.
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Campground.
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Open Air Market.
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Entertainment—Outdoor.
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Animal Hospital.
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Tourist Home.
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Home Improvement Center.
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Garden Center.
(d)
Industrial Uses.
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Resource Extraction.
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Transmission Tower.
1.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required.
1.5
Buffer Requirements.
None specified, although in appropriate cases, the Planning Commission, during the site review process may require a buffer or other suitable means of separation in land uses. Moreover, the Zoning Board of Adjustment may also require a buffer in appropriate cases involving special exception uses in accord with the provisions of Article VII, Section 15.0.
1.6
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article IV, page 6.
E.
Off-street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article IX, page 91.
Sec. 2.0. - R-1-A Single-Family Residential District.
2.1
Intent.
To provide areas suitable for detached single-family residences on large lots, along with selected institutional and commercial uses which are integrally related to residential neighborhoods.
2.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the R-1-A Residential District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted subject to Article IV, Administration, Section 6.0, Interpretation of Uses, and Section 7.0, Unclassified Uses.
(a)
Agricultural Uses.
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Hobby Farm, subject to Article VII, Section 3.0.
(b)
Residential Uses.
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Detached Single-Family Residence.
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Accessory Buildings, subject to Article VII, Section 7.0.
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Private Swimming Pool, subject to Article VII, Section 10.0.
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Satellite Dish Antennas, subject to city Ordinance Number 13-86.
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Non-commercial Greenhouse and Garden.
(c)
Institutional Uses.
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Park.
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Public Utility Service.
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Home Instruction.
(d)
Temporary Uses.
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Garage or Yard Sales, subject to city Ordinance Number 1-89.
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Special Event.
2.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may also be permitted subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, Section 14.0, Special Exceptions, page 10.
(a)
Institutional Uses.
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Public Building.
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Place of Worship.
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Public Utility Facility.
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School.
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Community Center.
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Day Care Home.
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Country Club.
(b)
Commercial Uses.
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Home Occupation, subject to Article VII, section 5.0.
2.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
2.5
Public Buildings.
In an R-I-A Residential District, public buildings shall have a front yard of 50 feet. In all other residential districts, where permitted, public buildings shall have: rear yard: 35 feet; side yard: 35 feet; maximum height: 45 feet or 3 stories; maximum building area on the lot shall be 50 percent.
2.6
Buffer Requirements:
Refer to the AG District, Subsection 1.5.
2.7
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article IV, page 6.
E.
Off-street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article IX, page 91.
Sec. 3.0. - R-I-B Single-Family Residential District.
3.1
Intent.
To provide areas suitable for low density single-family residences along with selected institutional and commercial uses which are integrally related to residential neighborhoods.
3.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the R-I-B Residential District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted subject to Article IV, Administration, Section 6.0, Interpretation of Uses, and Section 7.0, unclassified uses.
(a)
Residential Uses.
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Detached Single-Family Residences.
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Accessory Buildings, subject to Article VII. Section 1.0.
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Private Swimming Pool, subject to Article VII, Section 10.0.
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Satellite Dish Antennas, subject to city Ordinance Number 13-86.
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Non-commercial Greenhouse and Garden.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
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Park.
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Public Utility Service.
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Home Instruction.
(c)
Temporary Uses.
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Garage or Yard Sales, subject to city Ordinance Number 1-89.
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Special Event.
3.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may also be permitted subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, Section 14.0, Special Exceptions, page 10.
(a)
Institutional Uses.
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Public Building.
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Public Utility Facility.
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School.
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Community Center.
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Day Care Home.
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Country Club.
(b)
Commercial Uses.
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Home Occupation, subject to Article VII, section 5.0.
3.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
3.5
Public Buildings:
See District R-1-A, subsection 2.5.
3.6
Buffer Requirements:
Refer to the AG District, subsection 1.5.
3.7
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article IV, page 6.
E.
Off-street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article IX, page 91.
Sec. 4.0. - R-1 Single-Family Residential District.
4.1
Intent.
To provide areas suitable for low density single-family residences along with selected institutional and commercial uses which are integrally related to residential neighborhoods.
4.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the R-1-B Residential District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted subject to Article VII, Administration, Section 6.0, Interpretation of Uses and Section 7.0, Unclassified Uses.
(a)
Residential Uses.
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Detached Single-Family Residence.
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Accessory Buildings, subject to Article VII, Section 7.0.
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Private Swimming Pool, subject to Article VII, Section 10.0.
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Satellite Dish Antennas, subject to city Ordinance Number 13-86.
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Non-commercial Greenhouse and Garden.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
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Park.
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Public Utility Service.
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Home Instruction.
(c)
Temporary Uses.
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Garage or Yard Sales, subject to city Ordinance Number 1-89.
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Special Event.
4.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may also be permitted subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued, See Article IV, Section 14.0, Special Exceptions, page 10.
(a)
Institutional Uses.
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Group Care Residence, subject to Article VII, section 4.0.
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Cemetery.
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Public Building.
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Place of Worship.
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Public Utility Facility.
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School.
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Community Center.
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Community Service Club.
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Boarding House.
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Day Care Home.
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Domiciliary Care Facility.
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Country Club.
(b)
Commercial Uses.
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Home Occupation, subject to Article VII, section 5.0.
4.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
4.5
Public Buildings:
See District R-1-A, Subsection 2.5.
4.6
Buffer Requirements.
Refer to the AG District, Subsection 1.5
4.7
Additional Regulations (Where Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article IV, page 6.
E.
Off-street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Arcidae IX, page 91.
Sec. 5.0. - R-2 Single-Family/Two-Family Residential District.
5.1
Intent.
To provide areas suitable for medium density residential development consisting of both detached single-family residences along with two-family dwellings and selected institutional and commercial uses which are integrally related to residential neighborhoods.
5.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the R-2 Residential District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted subject to Article VII, Administration, section 6.0, Interpretation of uses and section 7.0, unclassified uses.
(a)
Residential Uses.
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Detached Single-Family Residence.
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Duplex.
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Accessory Structures, subject to Article VII, section 7.0.
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Private Swimming Pool, subject to Article VII, section 10.0.
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Satellite Dish Antennas, subject to city Ordinance Number 13-86.
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Non-commercial Greenhouse and Garden.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
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Park.
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Public Utility Service.
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Home Instruction.
(c)
Temporary Uses.
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Garage or Yard Sales, subject to city Ordinance Number 1-89.
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Special Event.
5.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may also be permitted subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, Section 14.0, Special Exceptions, page 10.
(a)
Institutional Uses.
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Group Care Residence, subject to Article VII, section 4.0.
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Cemetery, subject to Article VII, section 8.0.
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Public Building.
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Place of Worship.
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Public Utility Facility.
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School.
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Community Center.
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Community Service Club.
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Boarding House.
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Day Care Home.
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Country Club.
(b)
Commercial Uses.
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Home Occupation, subject to Article VII, section 5.0.
5.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Except as may be provided for, elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
5.5
Public Buildings.
See District R-1-A, subsection 2.5.
5.6
Buffer Requirements.
Refer to the AG District, subsection 1.5.
5.7
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article IV, page 6.
E.
Off-street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article IX, page 91.
Sec. 6.0. - R-3 Multi-Family Residential District.
6.1
Intent.
To provide areas suitable for medium and low density residential development along with selected Institutional and Commercial uses which are integrally related to residential neighborhoods.
6.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the R-3 Residential District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted, subject to Article VII, Administration, section 6.0, Interpretation ot uses and section 7.0, unclassified uses.
(a)
Residential Uses.
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Detached Single-Family Residence.
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Duplex.
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Multi-family Dwellings (Apartments).
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Accessory Structures, subject to Article VII, section 7.0.
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Private Swimming Pool, subject to Article VII, section 10.0.
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Satellite Dish Antennas, subject to city Ordinance Number 13-86.
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Non-commercial Greenhouse and Garden.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
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Park.
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Public Utility Service.
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Home Instruction.
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Group Care Residence, subject to Article VII, section 4.0.
(c)
Temporary Uses.
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Garage or Yard Sales, subject to city Ordinance Number 1-89.
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Special Event.
6.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may also be permitted subject to a Special Exception permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, section 14.0, Special Exceptions, page 10.
(a)
Institutional Uses.
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Cemetery, subject to Article VII, section 8.0.
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Public Building.
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Place of Worship.
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Public Utility Facility.
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School.
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Community Center.
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Community Service Club.
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Boarding House.
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Day Care Home.
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Domiciliary Care Facility.
(b)
Commercial Uses.
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Home Occupation, subject to Article VII, 5.0.
6.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
6.5
Public Buildings:
See District R-1-A, subsection 2.5.
6.6
Buffer Requirements:
See the AG District, subsection 1.5.
6.7
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, Page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, Page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, Page 18.
D.
Administration, Article IV, Page 6.
E.
Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements Article VIII, Page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article IX, Page 91.
Sec. 7.0. - R-4 Affordable Housing District.
7.1
Intent.
This district consists of areas suitable for a mix of detached, single-family residences, duplexes and manufactured (mobile) homes. The underlying intent of this district is to encourage affordable home ownership alternatives in select locations within the City. The district allows for certain accessory uses customarily associated with single-family dwellings. Further, it provides for institutional uses which are integrally related to residential neighborhoods.
7.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the R-4 Affordable Housing District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted subject to Article IV, Administration Sec. 7.0, Interpretation of Uses and Sec. 8.0, Unclassified Uses.
(a)
Agricultural Uses.
1.
Non-Commercial Greenhouse and Gardens.
(b)
Residential Uses.
1.
Detached Single-Family Residences.
2.
Duplexes - Two-Family Residence.
3.
Manufactured (Mobile) Homes.
4.
Accessory Structures and Buildings, subject to Article VII, Sec. 7.0.
5.
Private Swimming Pools, subject to Article VII, Sec. 10.0.
6.
Satellite Dish - Antennas, subject to City Ordinance Number 13-86.
(c)
Institutional Uses.
1.
Public Utility Services.
(d)
Temporary Uses.
1.
Garage Sales or Yard Sales, subject to City Ordinance No. 1-89.
7.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may be permitted, subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued by the City. See Article IV, Sec. 14.0, Special Exceptions, pg 10.
(a)
Institutional Uses.
1.
Community Centers/Civic Centers.
2.
Country Clubs.
3.
Parks.
4.
Places of Worship.
5.
Public Buildings.
6.
Public Utility Facilities.
7.
Schools.
8.
Nursing Care Facilities.
(b)
Commercial Uses.
1.
Day Care Homes.
2.
Home Occupations, subject to Article VII, Sec. 5.0.
3.
Clinic.
7.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
7.5
Buffer Requirements.
None specified, although in appropriate cases, the planning Commission during the site review process may require a buffer or other suitable means of separation on land uses. Moreover, the Zoning Board of Adjustment may also require a buffer in appropriate cases involving special exception uses in accord with the provisions of Article VII, Sec. 15.0.
7.6
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
(a)
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, Page 69.
(b)
General Regulations, Article III, Page 2.
(c)
Definitions, Article V, Page 18.
(d)
Administration, Article IV, Page 6.
(e)
Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, Page 82.
(f)
Sign Regulations, Article IX, Page 91.
Sec. 8.0. - RT Townhouse Residential District.
8.1
Intent.
To provide areas suitable for development of residential townhouses along with selected institutional and commercial uses which are integrally related to residential areas.
8.2
Uses Permitted.
(a)
Residential Uses.
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Townhouse Dwellings.
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Designated Storage Facilities, subject to subsection 8.6(4).
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Satellite Dish Antennas, subject to city Ordinance Number 13-86.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
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Public Utility Service.
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Home Instruction.
(c)
Temporary Uses.
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Garage or Yard Sale, subject to city Ordinance Number 189.
8.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following use may also be permitted subject to a Special Exception permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, section 14.0, Special Exceptions.
(a)
Commercial Uses.
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Home Occupation, subject to Article VII, section 5.0.
8.4
Area and Dimensional Requirements.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
8.5
Buffer Requirements.
Any buffers required shall be determined by the Planning Commission during the site plan review plan process as specified in Article IV, section 4.0. Also see Article VII, section 15.0.
8.6
Additional Regulations.
1.
There shall be two (2) paved off-street parking spaces per unit, the depth of which shall be measured from back of curb. Unit parking spaces are not permitted along existing interior streets.
2.
No building shall be located less than thirty-five (35) feet from any boundary of the townhouse development.
3.
No townhouse structure located in an RT townhouse district shall be located closer to the nearest exterior street right-of-way than thirty-five feet. No townhouse structure shall be located closer to the nearest dedicated interior street right-of-way than twenty-five (25) feet, or nearer a private drive than ten (10) feet. Townhouse structures shall be separated by not less than twenty (20) feet side to side.
4.
A storage facility shall be required for each townhouse unit with a maximum ceiling height of eight (8) feet, consisting of not more than forty-eight (48) square feet of floor area, designed to complement the structural integrity of the townhouse.
5.
All utilities shall be placed underground.
6.
All lots shall be served by public water and sewer.
7.
No fences shall be allowed in the front yard.
8.
Private swimming pools are prohibited in the RT District.
9.
The developer shall provide the Clanton Planning Commission with a copy of any subdivision restrictive covenants and, in addition thereto, any articles, agreements or provisions relating to:
(a)
Governing body of property owners, if any.
(b)
Power conferred to governing body, if applicable.
Sec. 9.0. - RG Garden Home Residential District.
9.1
Intent.
To provide areas suitable for the development of residential garden homes along with selected institutional and commercial uses which are integrally related to residential neighborhoods.
9.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the RG Garden Home District.
(a)
Residential Uses.
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Residential Garden Homes.
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Accessary structures or building subject to subsection 8.6.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
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Public Utility Service.
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Home Instruction.
(c)
Temporary Uses.
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Garage or Yard Sale, subject to city Ordinance Number 1-89.
9.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following use may be permitted subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued (see Article IV, section 14.0, Special Exceptions).
(a)
Commercial Uses.
-
Home Occupation, subject to Article VII, section 5.0.
9.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
9.5
Buffer Requirements.
Any buffers required shall be determined during the site plan review process as per Article IV, section 4.0. Also see Article VII, section 15.0.
9.6
Additional Regulations.
A.
No fence shall be permitted forward of the front corner of the house and other fences shall not exceed seven (7) feet in height.
B.
Because of the zero (0) lot line, easements or comparable access rights shall be included in the deed so as to permit maintenance on each home.
C.
All utilities shall be placed underground.
D.
There shall be two (2) paved off-street parking spaces, provided per unit.
E.
Customary accessory buildings or structure, one (1) per parcel or lot, not to exceed 200 square feet.
F.
Signs shall be in accordance with the provisions of Article IX.
Sec. 10.0. - MH-1 Manufactured Home Park District.
10.1
Intent.
To provide areas for manufactured Home Park development free from other uses which are incompatible with the character of the district.
10.2
Uses Permitted.
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Manufactured home;
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Management office;
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Managers residence;
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Service facilities such as laundromats, household storage buildings, outdoor storage yards, refuse disposal areas, and similar common service facilities designed and intended to serve only the residents of the park;
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Retail convenience sales for residents of the park;
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Recreational facilities designed and intended to serve only the residents of the park;
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Residential accessory uses and structures; and
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Home occupation and home instruction, subject to established park management policy.
10.3.
Site Standards.
A site plan shall be prepared and submitted for each manufactured home park in accordance with Article IV, section 4.0., and:
(a)
Minimum Site Area:
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The minimum site area for the manufactured home park shall be 5 contiguous acres with a minimum width of 100 feet along a major street.
(b)
Minimum Lot Size:
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Each manufactured home lot shall have a minimum of 5,000 square feet and have a minimum width of 50 feet at the front lot line.
(c)
Minimum Yards:
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Manufactured Home lots shall be set back a minimum of twenty-five (25) feet from any Park boundary line and ten (10) feet from any other lot line.
(d)
Distancing of Manufactured Homes:
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No manufactured home may be located closer than twenty (20) feet from another such home on an adjacent space.
(e)
Density:
The maximum density shall be eight (8) manufactured Homes per gross tract acre. If not served by public water and sewer, a lower density may be required by the Chilton County Health Department.
(f)
Installation:
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All manufactured homes shall be installed according to all requirements of the Standard Building Code and be completely skirted with a weather resistant material. Skirting shall be adequately vented.
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Each space shall have a concrete pad constructed for placement of a manufactured home in full compliance with the setback and distancing requirements of this section.
(g)
Storage Facilities, Accessory Uses and Structures:
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A Minimum 240 cubic feet of storage area shall be provided on each space. The storage area may be under the unit or within an accessory building. Alternatively, Park Management may provide common storage lockers at an equivalent capacity.
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Permitted accessory structures on manufactured home spaces shall include all accessory structures permitted on the lots of single-family residences, except for private swimming pools and satellite dish antennae. Such accessory uses shall not be permitted closer than five (5) feet of the rear and side boundaries of each space. Carports may be permitted within the front yard but shall not be permitted within five (5) feet of the rear and side boundaries of each space.
(h)
Off-Street Parking and Streets:
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Two-way private, paved streets maintained by the park management shall be installed to furnish convenient access to all manufactured homes spaces within the park and such streets shall be in conformance with the street standards of the City of Clanton.
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Dead end streets shall have turnarounds with a radius of 40 feet.
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Each manufactured home lot shall have two (2) paved off-street parking spaces provided and the locations of driveways, parking spaces and interior streets shall be designed and shown on said site plan and approved by the Planning Commission.
(i)
Service Facilities:
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Common recreational facilities and laundromats may be provided for the use by park residents only.
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Refuse collection and disposal shall be the responsibility of the Park Management. Any common refuse collection areas provided shall be screened to the full height of such facilities.
(j)
Buffers and Lighting:
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The proposed development shall be designed as a single architectural scheme with appropriate landscaping and a 15-foot buffer strip shall be installed around the entire park except that portion of the park facing the main street providing access to and from the park.
(k)
Signs:
All signs shall be in accordance with the provisions of Article IX.
Sec. 11.0. - B-1 Central Business District.
11.1
Intent.
The primary intent is to encourage the most intensive and attractive use of the down town core so as to maintain its vitality with a wide range of compatible commercial activities.
11.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the B-1 Central Business District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted subject to Article IV, Administration, Section 6.0, Interpretation of uses and section 7.0, unclassified uses.
(a)
Commercial Uses.
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General Retail Business, Enclosed.
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General Retail Business, Unenclosed.
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Bank or Financial Service.
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Restaurant, Standard.
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Commercial School.
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Business Support Service.
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Business or Professional Office.
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Personal Service.
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Vehicle Repair, Minor.
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Studio.
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Funeral Home.
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Clinic.
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Medical Support Service.
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Entertainment, Indoor.
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Hotel or Motel.
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Commercial Parking.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
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Public Utility Service.
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Community Center.
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Community Service Club.
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Club.
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Day Care Center.
11.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may be permitted subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, section 14.0, Special Exceptions.
(a)
Residential Uses.
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Upper Story Apartment.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
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Public Building.
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Public Utility Facility.
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Place of Worship.
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Public Assembly Center.
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Park.
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School.
-
Country Club.
(c)
Commercial Uses.
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Laundry Service.
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Vehicle Repair, Major.
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Gasoline Service Station, subject to Article VII, section 13.0.
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Shopping Center, subject to Article VII, section 14.0.
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Car Wash.
(d)
Temporary Uses.
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Seasonal Sales.
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Special Event.
11.4
Area and Dimension Regulations.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
11.5
Buffer Requirements.
Unless otherwise stipulated, when any use allowed in this district is contiguous to any residentially zoned lot, said use shall provide as a minimum, a ten-foot buffer along those property lines abutting such districts in accordance with Article VIII, section 15.0.
11.6
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article IV, page 6.
E.
Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article IX, page 91.
G.
Any outdoor storage areas shall be screened to a minimum height which is adequate to conceal such storage areas from public view.
H.
Any garbage/refuse service areas shall be limited to the rear of the principal building or complex it serves and screened to a height which is adequate to conceal such facilities from public view.
11.7
Small Box Discount Store Regulations.
(a)
Definition.
Small box discount store. A retail store: (a) with floor area, generally, around fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet (b) that primarily offers for sale a combination and variety of convenience shopping goods and consumer shopping goods; and (c) continuously offers and advertises a majority of the items in their inventory for sale at a price less than ten dollars ($10.00) per item. Small box discount stores shall not include the following: drug stores and/or convenience stores.
(b)
To avoid over-concentration, a small box discount store must be separated from another small box discount store within or outside the zoning jurisdiction of the City of Clanton, Alabama by a minimum distance of 26,400 feet, or five (5) miles. The required separation distance must be measured in a straight line from the nearest point on the lot line of the property occupied by a small box discount store to the nearest point on a lot line of the other property occupied by a small box discount store.
(c)
Any application for the establishment or expansion of a small box discount store within the jurisdiction of this Ordinance shall be subject to a conditional use review process. This review shall assess the potential impact of the proposed small box discount store on the local retail landscape, specifically considering its likely effects on the development and viability of grocery stores and other retail establishments that prioritize the provision of healthy and nutritious food options (dairy products, meat products, fresh produce). The Planning Commission of the City of Clanton, Alabama shall conduct a thorough evaluation, taking into account factors such as market dynamics, accessibility to healthy food choices, and the overall impact on the community's well-being. This conditional use review process aims to strike a balance between fostering economic development and safeguarding the availability of diverse, health-conscious retail options for the residents of our community.
(Ord. No. 2021-09, §§ 1, 3, 7-26-21; Ord. No. 2024-04, §§ 1, 2, 4-8-24)
Sec. 12.0. - B-2 General Business District.
12.1
Intent.
This district serves several functions. It provides comparison shopper's goods, convenience goods and services, specialty goods, amusements and numerous services for less than a city-wide market. It also provides locations for small businesses with a city-wide market. It also provides locations for small businesses with a city-wide market who cannot operate in the downtown area. The predominant purpose of all these functions is retail trade.
12.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the B-2 General Business District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted subject to Article IV, section 6.0, Interpretation of Uses and Section 7.0, Unclassified Uses.
(a)
Commercial Uses.
Those uses permitted under subsection 10.2 of the B-1 Central Business District plus:
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Vehicle Sales or Rental.
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Restaurant, Fast-Food.
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Convenience Store.
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Animal Hospital.
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Transit Station.
-
Broadcast Studio.
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Garden Center or Nursery.
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Home Improvement Center.
-
Clinic.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
-
Public Utility Service.
-
Community Center.
-
Community Service Club.
-
Club.
-
Day Care Center.
12.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may be permitted subject to a Special Exception permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, section 14.0, Special Exceptions.
(a)
Residential Uses.
-
Upper Story Apartment.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
-
Public Building.
-
Public Utility Facility.
-
Place of Worship.
-
Public Assembly Center.
-
Park.
-
School.
-
Country Club.
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Hospital.
(c)
Commercial Uses.
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Laundry Service.
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Car Wash.
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Vehicle Repair, Major.
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Gasoline Service Station, subject to Article VII, section 13.0.
-
Shopping Center, subject to Article VII, section 14.0.
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Open Air Market.
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Recreation.
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Warehousing, Wholesaling, and Distribution, Enclosed.
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Liquor Lounge.
(d)
Temporary Uses.
-
Special Event.
-
Seasonal Sales.
12.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
12.5
Buffer Requirements.
Unless otherwise stipulated, when any use allowed in this district is contiguous to any residentially zoned lot, said use shall provide as a minimum, a ten-foot buffer along all property lines abutting such lot or lots in accordance with Article VII, section 15.0.
12.6
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article IV, page 6.
E.
Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article IX, page 91.
G.
Any outdoor storage areas shall be screened to a minimum height which is adequate to conceal such storage areas from public view.
H.
Any garbage/refuse service areas shall be limited to the rear of the principal building or complex it serves and screened to a height which is adequate to conceal such facilities from public view.
12.7
Small Box Discount Store Regulations.
(a)
Definition.
Small box discount store. A retail store: (a) with floor area, generally, around fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet (b) that primarily offers for sale a combination and variety of convenience shopping goods and consumer shopping goods; and (c) continuously offers and advertises a majority of the items in their inventory for sale at a price less than ten dollars ($10.00) per item. Small box discount stores shall not include the following: drug stores and/or convenience stores.
(b)
To avoid over-concentration, a small box discount store must be separated from another small box discount store within or outside the zoning jurisdiction of the City of Clanton, Alabama by a minimum distance of 26,400 feet, or five (5) miles. The required separation distance must be measured in a straight line from the nearest point on the lot line of the property occupied by a small box discount store to the nearest point on a lot line of the other property occupied by a small box discount store.
(c)
Any application for the establishment or expansion of a small box discount store within the jurisdiction of this Ordinance shall be subject to a conditional use review process. This review shall assess the potential impact of the proposed small box discount store on the local retail landscape, specifically considering its likely effects on the development and viability of grocery stores and other retail establishments that prioritize the provision of healthy and nutritious food options (dairy products, meat products, fresh produce). The Planning Commission of the City of Clanton, Alabama shall conduct a thorough evaluation, taking into account factors such as market dynamics, accessibility to healthy food choices, and the overall impact on the community's well-being. This conditional use review process aims to strike a balance between fostering economic development and safeguarding the availability of diverse, health-conscious retail options for the residents of our community.
(Ord. No. 2021-09, §§ 2, 3, 7-26-21; Ord. No. 2024-04, §§ 1, 2, 4-8-24)
Sec. 13.0. - B-3 Neighborhood Business District.
13.1
Intent.
The primary intent of this district is to serve the needs of the surrounding residential neighborhoods, providing goods and services that are day-to-day needs, generally classified as convenience goods and services, along with selected institutional uses that are compatible with the intent of the district.
13.2
Uses Permitted.
(a)
Commercial Uses.
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General Retail Business, Enclosed.
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General Retail Business, Unenclosed.
-
Convenience Store.
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Personal Service.
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Bank of Financial Service.
-
Commercial School.
-
Business or Professional Office.
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Animal Hospital (No Outside Runs).
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Garden Center or Nursery.
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Home Improvement Center.
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Business Support Center.
-
Clinic.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
-
Public Utility Service.
-
Community Center.
-
Community Service Club.
-
Club.
-
Day Care Center.
(c)
Temporary Uses.
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Seasonal Sales.
-
Special Event.
13.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may be permitted subject to a Special Exception permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, Section 14.0, Special Exceptions.
(a)
Institutional Uses.
-
Public Building.
-
Public Utility Facility.
-
Place of Worship.
-
Public Assembly Center.
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Park.
-
School.
-
Country Club.
(b)
Commercial Uses.
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Car Wash.
-
Restaurant, Standard or Fast-Food.
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Gasoline Service Station, Subject to Article VII, section 13.0.
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Shopping Center, Subject to Article VII, section 14.0.
-
Open Air Market.
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Broadcast Studio.
13.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Except as may be provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following area and dimensional regulations shall be required:
13.5
Buffer Requirements.
Unless otherwise stipulated, when any use allowed in this district is contiguous to any residentially zoned lot, said use shall provide as a minimum, a ten-foot buffer along all property lines abutting such lot or lots in accordance with Article VII, section 15.0.
13.6
Additional Requirements (when Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III. page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article IV, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article VIII, page 6.
E.
Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article X, page 91.
13.7
Small Box Discount Store Regulations.
(a)
Definition.
Small box discount store. A retail store: (a) with floor area, generally, around fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet (b) that primarily offers for sale a combination and variety of convenience shopping goods and consumer shopping goods; and (c) continuously offers and advertises a majority of the items in their inventory for sale at a price less than ten dollars ($10.00) per item. Small box discount stores shall not include the following: drug stores and/or convenience stores.
(b)
To avoid over-concentration, a small box discount store must be separated from another small box discount store within or outside the zoning jurisdiction of the City of Clanton, Alabama by a minimum distance of 26,400 feet, or five (5) miles. The required separation distance must be measured in a straight line from the nearest point on the lot line of the property occupied by a small box discount store to the nearest point on a lot line of the other property occupied by a small box discount store.
(c)
Any application for the establishment or expansion of a small box discount store within the jurisdiction of this Ordinance shall be subject to a conditional use review process. This review shall assess the potential impact of the proposed small box discount store on the local retail landscape, specifically considering its likely effects on the development and viability of grocery stores and other retail establishments that prioritize the provision of healthy and nutritious food options (dairy products, meat products, fresh produce). The Planning Commission of the City of Clanton, Alabama shall conduct a thorough evaluation, taking into account factors such as market dynamics, accessibility to healthy food choices, and the overall impact on the community's well-being. This conditional use review process aims to strike a balance between fostering economic development and safeguarding the availability of diverse, health-conscious retail options for the residents of our community.
(Ord. No. 2024-04, §§ 1, 2, 4-8-24)
Sec. 14.0. - O-1 Office Building District.
14.1
Intent.
To provide areas suitable for office and professional buildings, along with selected institutional and commercial uses which are deemed compatible with the professional office environment.
14.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the O-1 Office Building District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted subject to Article IV, Administration; section 6.0, Interpretation of Uses, and section 7.0, Unclassified Uses.
(a)
Commercial Uses.
-
Business or Professional Office.*
-
Bank or Financial Service.
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Business Support Service.
-
Medical Support Service.
-
Personal Service.
-
Commercial School.
-
Commercial Parking.
* Office buildings in excess of 2,500 square feet of floor area may use up to ten (10) percent of such space for commercial and person service oriented establishments.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
-
Public Utility Service.
14.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may be permitted subject to a special exception permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, section 14.0, Special Exceptions.
(a)
Commercial Uses.
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Restaurant, Standard of Fast-Food.
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Broadcast Studio.
-
Studio.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
-
Public Building.
-
Public Utility Facility.
-
Place of Worship.
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Park.
-
School.
-
Day Care Center.
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Nursing Care Facility.
(c)
Temporary Uses.
-
Special Event.
14.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
14.5
Buffer Requirements.
Unless otherwise stipulated, when any lot is developed for any use permitted in this district and is situated adjacent to any residential lot, a ten-foot buffer shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the provisions of Article VII, Section 15.0.
14.6
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article VIII, page 6.
E.
Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article IX, page 91.
G.
Any outdoor storage areas shall be screened to a minimum height which is adequate to conceal such storage areas from public view.
H.
Any garbage/refuse service areas shall be limited to the rear of the principal building or complex it serves and screened to a height which is adequate to conceal such facilities from public view.
Sec. 15.0. - M-1 Light Industrial District.
15.1
Intent.
This district is intended for light Industrial activities which are not offensive to nearby areas; warehousing and business uses which generally support and are integrally related with these Industrial Uses.
15.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the M-1 Light Industrial District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted, subject to the provisions of Article IV, section 6.0, Interpretation of uses and section 7.0, Unclassified Uses.
(a)
Industrial Uses.
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Manufacturing, Light.
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Warehousing, Wholesaling, Distribution—Enclosed.
-
Construction Service.
-
Maintenance Service.
-
Vehicle and Equipment Sales, Major and Minor.
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Transmission Tower.
-
Research Lab.
-
Gasoline Service Station, subject to Article VII, section 13.0.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
-
Public Utility Service.
-
Transit Station.
(c)
Agriculture Uses.
-
Farm Support Business.
15.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses may be permitted in the M-I District subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, section 14.0, Special Exceptions.
(a)
Commercial Uses.
-
Animal Hospital.
-
Kennel.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
-
Public Building.
-
Public Utility Facility.
-
Animal Shelter.
-
Military Installation.
-
Airport, including heliport.
-
Park.
(c)
Temporary Uses.
-
Special Event.
15.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Unless otherwise provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following shall be the area and dimensional requirements for the M-1 Light Industrial District:
15.5
Buffer Requirements.
Unless otherwise stipulated, when any lot is developed for any use permitted in this district, and is situated adjacent to any residential lot, a twenty-foot buffer shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the provisions of Article VII, section 15.0.
15.6
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article IV, page 6.
E.
Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article IX, page 91.
G.
Any outdoor storage areas shall be screened to a minimum height which is adequate to conceal such storage areas from public view.
H.
Any garbage/refuse service areas shall be limited to the rear of the principal building or complex it serves and screened to a height which is adequate to conceal such facilities from public view.
Sec. 16.0. - M-2 General Industrial District.
16.1
Intent.
To provide suitable areas where heavy industrial uses are permitted. This district encourages employment centers where a potentially high degree of environmental impact uses can be located, including general and heavy manufacturing and industry.
16.2
Uses Permitted.
The following uses shall be permitted in the M-2 General Industrial District. Similar uses to those listed below may also be permitted subject to the provisions of Article IV, section 6.0, Interpretation of Uses and section 7.0, Unclassified Uses:
-
Those uses permitted under subsection 15.2 of the M-1 Light Industrial District, subject to the same conditions, where specified, Plus:
(a)
Industrial Uses.
-
Manufacturing, General.
-
Heavy Industry.
-
Warehousing, Wholesaling, Distribution, Open.
(b)
Institutional Uses.
-
Public Utility Service.
16.3
Special Exception Uses.
The following uses shall be permitted subject to a special exception use permit being granted by the Zoning Board of Adjustment and further subject to appropriate permits being issued. See Article IV, section 14.0, Special Exceptions.
(a)
Industrial Uses.
-
Salvage Yards.
-
Resource Extraction.
-
Sanitary Landfill.
-
Wrecker Service/Impound Yard.
(b)
Commercial Uses.
-
Animal Shelter.
-
Kennel.
(c)
Institutional Uses.
-
Public Utility Facility.
(d)
Temporary Uses.
-
Special Event.
16.4
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Unless otherwise provided for elsewhere in this ordinance, the following shall be the area and dimensional requirements for the M-2 General Industrial District:
16.5
Buffer Requirements.
Unless otherwise stipulated, when any lot is developed for any use permitted in this district, and is situated adjacent to any residential lot a twenty-foot buffer shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the provisions of Article VII, section 15.0.
16.6
Additional Regulations (When Applicable).
A.
Supplemental Regulations, Article VII, page 69.
B.
General Regulations, Article III, page 2.
C.
Definitions, Article V, page 18.
D.
Administration, Article IV, page 6.
E.
Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements, Article VIII, page 82.
F.
Sign Regulations, Article IX, page 91.
G.
Any outdoor storage areas shall be screened to a minimum height which is adequate to conceal such storage areas from public view.
H.
Any garbage/refuse service areas shall be limited to the rear of the principal building or complex it serves and screened to a height which is adequate to conceal such facilities from public view.
(Ord. No. 2023-06, 5-22-23)
Sec. 17.0. - MR Municipal Reserve District.
17.1
Purpose of MR Municipal Reserve District.
This district serves as an interim zone for newly annexed areas of the municipality. The MR District seeks to protect newly annexed areas prior to the time comprehensive zoning can be applied to the area.
17.2
Zoning of Annexed Property.
On the effective date of annexation, all newly annexed property shall be zoned MR Municipal Reserve District.
17.3
Rezoning from the MR District.
As soon as practicable following annexation, the Clanton Planning Commission shall initiate a petition to rezone property annexed into the City from the MR District to any other district contained within this Ordinance. In determining the most appropriate zone or zones, the Planning Commission shall duly consider the following items, among others:
A.
The Comprehensive Plan.
B.
The desires of property owners in the area subject to rezoning.
C.
The purposes and considerations of zoning as contained in this ordinance as well as in Code of Ala. 1975, § 11-52-72.
17.4
Permitted Uses and Development Standards.
All uses in existence at the time of annexation may lawfully continue under the provisions of the MR District.
17.5
Action on Annexation Ordinances.
All annexation ordinances enacted by the City of Clanton shall include the provision that the property shall be temporarily zoned MR. A copy of the annexation ordinance shall be transmitted to the Building Inspector and the Planning Commission for action.
Sec. 18.0. - F-1 Floodplain District.
18.1
Intent.
The intent of this district is to provide for the practical development of land subject to periodic flooding. Residential, Commercial and Industrial development are prohibited from this district to avoid blocking the flood basin and to protect such development from the adverse effects of flooding and inundation.
18.2
Uses Permitted.
Non-residential agricultural uses; incidental accessory uses associated with farming and agricultural uses; outdoor recreation such as golf courses, driving ranges and air strips.
18.3
Area and Dimensional Regulations.
Maximum Height ..... Thirty-five (35) feet
Sec. 19.0. - Arts and Entertainment District.
19.1
Creation and Establishment of Districts.
Under the authority granted in Code of Ala. 1975, § 28-3A-17.1(b), the City Council does hereby create and establish one arts and entertainment district in downtown Clanton known as Peach District with the areas and boundaries as set forth and designated on the Map which is attached to Ord. No. 2022-08 as Exhibit 1 and kept on file with the city, and incorporated by reference as if fully set out herein.
19.2
Outside Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages Permitted; Conditions.
Any on-premises retail alcohol beverage licensee who receives an arts and entertainment district designation from the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board shall comply with all laws, rules, and regulations which govern its license type, except that a patron, guest or member of that licensee may exit the licensed premises between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday with no more than one open container of alcoholic beverage and consume said alcoholic beverage anywhere within the confines of the arts and entertainment district in which the alcoholic beverage was obtained subject to the following regulations:
(1)
A person may not enter another licensed premises with an open container or closed container of alcoholic beverage acquired elsewhere.
(2)
A licensee who receives an entertainment district designation shall allow alcoholic beverages to be removed from the licensed premises only in a paper or plastic cup that bears the "Peach District" logo obtained from the Clanton Industrial Development Board and no such alcoholic beverages shall be removed from the licensed premises in a can, bottle, or glass container; except, that glass containers shall be allowed in a licensee's outdoor sit-down dining areas that are situated on a sidewalk or other right-of-way where the licensee has a right-of-way use agreement with the City of Clanton.
(3)
No licensee shall allow a patron, guest or member to exit its licensed premises with more than one open container of alcoholic beverage, and it shall be unlawful for any person to exit such licensed premises with more than one such open container.
(4)
It shall be unlawful for any person to drink or attempt to drink any alcoholic beverage from a can, bottle, or glass container, or to possess any open can, bottle, or glass container of alcoholic beverage on the streets, sidewalks, rights-of-way, and parking lots located within an entertainment district; except, that glass containers shall be allowed in a licensee's outdoor sit down dining areas that are situated on a sidewalk or other right of-way where the licensee has a right-of-way use agreement with the City of Clanton.
(5)
No container in which an alcoholic beverage is dispensed and removed from the licensed premises shall exceed 16 fluid ounces in size.
(6)
No person shall possess on the streets, sidewalks, rights-of-way, parking lots, or outdoor public areas located within the arts and entertainment district any open alcoholic beverage container which exceeds 16 fluid ounces in size.
19.3
Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages in a Motor Vehicle Prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person to consume any alcoholic beverages while in the confines of a motor vehicle while the motor vehicle is located upon any public street, parking lot or other place to which the public has or is permitted to have access within an entertainment district.
(1)
Exceptions:
(a)
A passenger in a motor vehicle in which the driver is operating the vehicle pursuant to a contract to provide transportation for passengers and such driver holds a valid license for the operation of a vehicle for hire;
(b)
A passenger of a bus in which the driver holds a valid operator's license; and
(c)
A passenger in a self-contained motor home which is in excess of 21 feet in length.
19.4
Alcoholic Beverages Purchased Outside the Entertainment District Not Allowed in Open Containers in District.
Except for special events as permitted by the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and in compliance with all laws, rules, and regulations, no alcoholic beverages purchased outside of the entertainment district shall be allowed in open containers in the entertainment district.
Note: Effective Date, Sunset, and Extension.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption and publication as required by law; provided, further, that the requirement that all paper or plastic cups bear the logo of the designated licensee, or the "Peach District" logo shall not become effective until April 1, 2022. This Ordinance will automatically renew for one additional calendar year on April 1, 2023 and every subsequent year thereafter unless terminated prior thereto by official action of the Clanton City Council.
(Ord. No. 2022-08, §§ 1—4, 6, 3-14-22)