The city shall review all improvements on the site for conformance with state statutes, state administrative rules, and local design standards. In addition to any public facilities that may be required for a commercial development that is reviewed by the city, the following design standard shall apply to RV parks:
A. Density: Provided all other standards and requirements of this title are met, the maximum density of an RV park shall not exceed twenty (20) RV spaces per gross acre.
B. Trash Receptacles: Exterior trash receptacles are not allowed, except for those provided for customers by the RV park operator or owner. Such receptacles shall be a minimum size of two (2) cubic yards, placed in conveniently accessible areas, and adequately screened on three (3) sides. (Ord. 631, 3-3-2004)
C. RV Space, Pad: Each RV space shall have an RV pad constructed of concrete, minimum fourteen feet (14') in width, and be drained appropriately to prevent standing water. The length of each RV pad shall be adequate to allow the RV to be parked on the RV pad. An RV pad shall not be located closer than fourteen feet (14') to any other RV pad and not closer than ten feet (10') to any building, dwelling, street or roadway boundary. An RV pad shall not be located closer than fifteen feet (15') to any property line. An RV space shall not be located in any required off street parking space or required yard areas. (Ord. 631, 3-3-2004; amd. Ord. 643, 3-1-2006)
D. Vehicle Parking: All parking spaces within the RV park shall be constructed of asphalt or concrete. In addition to the RV pad, which shall be constructed of concrete, each RV space shall have parking for at least two (2) passenger vehicles. (Ord. 643, 3-1-2006)
E. Internal Streets, Access Roads And Pedestrian Paths:
1. Internal streets and pedestrian paths in the RV park shall be provided and maintained by the property owner. One-way access roads shall have a width of at least fourteen feet (14'). Two-way access roads shall have a width of at least twenty eight feet (28'). If parallel parking is to be allowed, an additional ten feet (10') of improved width is required along the side where parking is allowed. Any pedestrian path along a street shall be provided on an all weather surface area at least four feet (4') in width.
2. Access roads and interior roads and streets shall be paved and each shall have a direct connection to a public paved street. The entrances and exits to the RV park shall be designed with adequate parking area for those registering, checking out, or stopping at any convenience store without blocking access to designated RV spaces and without causing traffic congestion on adjacent streets. The turning radii at intersections and corners shall be adequate to enable safe turning movements and continuous forward motion for RVs.
F. Utility Connections: Each RV space shall provide utility connections for electrical, sewer and water service. Water supply shall be sufficient to meet all fire flow requirements. All utilities in the RV park shall be underground.
G. Lighting: All outdoor lighting shall be directed away from adjacent residential properties and streets.
H. Structures Prohibited: No permanent or temporary structures, including, but not limited to, porches, decks, sheds, and carports, shall be allowed at any RV space.
I. On Site Manager, Off Street Parking Spaces: Two (2) off street parking spaces shall be provided and designated for the on site manager. Off street parking will be required for additional employees in compliance with chapter 11 of this title.
J. Accessory Buildings Allowed: Accessory buildings are permanent structures that may be constructed on site for RV park users for any of the following uses:
3. Equipment and maintenance storage.
5. Laundry, restroom, and shower facilities.
6. Tourist information center.
7. Storage areas for RV park users.
8. Convenience and grocery store.
K. Access To Accessory Buildings: Accessory buildings shall be accessible only from streets internal to the RV park. Signage for accessory uses, except for the office location, shall not be visible from any street outside the RV park in any manner that is intended to attract customers other than occupants of the RV park.
L. Laundry Facilities: One unit of laundry facilities shall consist of a washer and a dryer. One unit of laundry facilities shall be provided for every ten (10) RV spaces in the park.
M. Restroom Facilities: One unit of restroom facilities shall consist of a separate shower, toilet, and dressing area for each sex. One unit of restroom facilities for each sex shall be provided for every twenty five (25) RV spaces in the park. Restroom facilities shall be provided with floor drains to permit easy cleaning.
N. Storage Of Equipment, Materials: All storage of equipment or materials for maintenance of the premises shall be in permanent structures.
O. Landscaping: Landscaping shall be installed in accordance with section
9-10-6 of this title and maintained in a healthy condition at all times. Included within this landscape requirement shall be the following for an RV park:
1. One shade tree shall be provided for each three (3) RV spaces in the park.
2. An RV park with twenty (20) or more spaces shall provide a play field or playground for children.
P. Fencing Required: The perimeter of the RV park, except for that area that fronts on the primary street for access, shall be surrounded by a six foot (6') high sight obscuring fence and trees which will reach a minimum height of six feet (6') upon maturity. The perimeter trees shall not count toward the calculation of landscape requirements under section
9-10-6 of this title.
Q. Spaces Numbered Or Lettered: Each RV space within an RV park shall have numbers or letters for identification in accordance with state statutes and administrative rules. (Ord. 631, 3-3-2004)