Purpose Zoning Classifications.
(Ord. No. 765 § 2 (Exh. A) (part))
(a) General Recreation (G-R). The purpose of the G-R zone is to provide lands suitable for the development of active and passive recreational opportunities throughout the County. Appropriate uses in the G-R zone include public parks, sports fields, campgrounds, and trail systems.
(b) Airport (A-V). The A-V zone identifies lands suitable for, and used for, public or commercial airport purposes, including activities that are typically associated with airport operations, and preventing the encroachment of incompatible uses. Standards in the A-V zone are intended to support aeronautics-related businesses and services that benefit from, or require proximity to, an airport, and to ensure that airport operations and supporting uses to not pose a threat to public safety.
(c) Public Facilities (P-F). The P-F zone identifies lands used for governmental entities, and may include structures and facilities such as County buildings, schools, public safety facilities, utilities, and other public uses that enhance the quality of life within Colusa County.
(d) Rural Services (R-S). The R-S zone identifies areas suitable to provide necessary housing and services to the rural communities of Delevan, Sites, and Lodoga. The R-S zone facilitates multiple land uses on any given lot, consistent with and supportive of a higher intensity of development in the community area core that will contribute to a prosperous economy and higher quality of life in each of these rural centers. Subdivision or lot splitting into parcels smaller than two acres is prohibited, unless community water and septic/sewer systems can be provided to serve lots smaller than two acres. (Ord. No. 765 § 2 (Exh. A) (part))
Allowed uses and associated structures shall comply with the following development standards, in addition to any other applicable requirements of this Title, unless a variance is obtained in compliance with Section 44-1.90.050. Table 44-2.70-1 identifies the development standards applicable to the Special Purpose Zones.
Development Standards – General Recreation (G-R), Airport (A-V), Public Facilities (P-F), and Rural Services (R-S) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zoning Classifications | |||||
G-R | A-V | P-F | R-S | Special Regulations | ||
Parcel Size and Density | ||||||
Minimum Parcel Size | 0.5 acre | 1 acre or 6,000 sq-ft within water and sewer district service areas | 1 acre or 6,000 sq-ft within water and sewer district service areas | 2 acres or 12,000 sq-ft within water or sewer district service areas |
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Minimum Parcel Width | 60 ft | 60 ft | 60 ft | 60 ft |
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Minimum Parcel Depth | None | None | None | None |
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Maximum Dwelling Units per Parcel | 1 caretaker unit per parcel | - | - | 2 |
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Minimum Dwelling Units per Acre | - | - | - | - |
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Setbacks and Height Standards | ||||||
Minimum Setbacks | Front | None[1] | None[1] | None[1] | 15 ft |
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Rear | 10 ft | 10 ft | 10 ft | 15 ft |
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Side | None[2] | None[2] | None[2] | 10ft |
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Maximum Structure Height | 40 ft | 35 ft | 40 ft | 40 ft |
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Notes: [1] A 15-foot front setback shall be required when adjacent to a Residential Zone [2] An 8-foot setback shall be required when adjacent to a Residential Zone. A zero side lot line must include fireproof walls and meet all applicable building and fire code requirements. | ||||||
(Ord. No. 765 § 2 (Exh. A) (part))
Table 44-2.70-2 identifies land uses allowed in the special purpose zones.
Allowed Uses – General Recreation (G-R), Airport (A-V), Public Facilities (P-F), and Rural Services (R-S) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P = Permitted Use A = Administrative Permit M = Minor Use Permit U = Use Permit T = Temporary Use Permit - = Use not allowed | Zoning Classifications | ||||
G-R | A-V | P-F | R-S | Special Regulations | |
Agricultural and Agricultural Support Uses | |||||
Agricultural Processing, Off-Site Products | U | - | - | U |
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Agricultural Processing, On-Site Products | P | - | - | P |
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Animal Grazing | P | - | - | P |
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Animal Processing and Rendering | - | - | - | - |
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Animal Raising and Keeping, Commercial | P | - | - | - |
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Animal Raising and Keeping, Private | P | - | - | M |
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Apiaries | P | - | - | M |
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Accessory Structures to Primary Agricultural Use | P | - | - | P |
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Crop Production and Cultivation, including Orchards and Vineyards | P | - | - | P |
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Dairy | - | - | - | - |
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Intensive Animal Operations | - | - | - | - |
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Nurseries and Greenhouses | P | - | - | P |
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Private Farm Airstrips | - | P | - | - |
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Stables, Commercial | M | - | - | - |
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Stables, Private | M | - | - | M |
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Visitor-Serving Agricultural Support Use | M | - | - | M |
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Wineries | M | - | - | M |
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Natural Resource Uses | |||||
Energy Generation for Off-Site Use | U | - | - | - | |
Energy Generation for On-Site Use | P | - | P | P |
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Forestry and Logging | - | - | - | - |
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Mining | - | - | - | - |
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Oil and Gas Extraction | - | - | - | - |
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Timber Processing | - | - | - | - |
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Habitat Mitigation and Management | - | - | - | - |
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Commercial Uses | |||||
Agricultural Product Sales, Off-Site | - | - | - | - |
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Agricultural Product Sales, On-Site | M | - | - | P |
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Agriculture Auction and Sales Yards | - | - | - | - |
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Agriculture Chemicals Manufacture, Distribution, Use and Storage | - | - | - | - |
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Animal Hospitals and Kennels | - | - | - | U |
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Bars, Nightclubs, and Lounges | - | - | - | P |
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Bed and Breakfast | - | - | - | M | |
Commercial Recreation, Indoor | P | - | - | M |
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Commercial Recreation, Outdoor | P | - | - | M |
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Construction, Maintenance, and Repair Services | - | - | - | P |
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Equipment Sales and Rental | - | - | - | M |
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Farm Equipment: Sale, Rental, Repair and Supplies | - | - | - | M |
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Farm Supply and Feed Store | - | - | - | A |
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Gas and Service Stations | - | - | - | P |
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Grocery Stores | - | - | - | P |
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Hotel and Motel | - | - | - | M |
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Hotel and Motel – Extended Stay | - | - | - | - |
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Duck, Hunting, and Fishing Clubs | U | - | - | - | |
Medical Offices and Clinics | - | - | - | P |
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Nursery, Retail | - | - | - | P |
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Offices, Professional | - | - | - | P |
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Personal Services | - | - | - | P |
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Public/Mini Storage | - | - | - | U |
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Recreational Vehicle Parks | - | - | - | U |
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Restaurant | - | - | - | P |
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Retail, General | - | - | - | P |
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Retail, Large Projects | - | - | - | - |
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Tasting Rooms | - | - | - | P |
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Vehicle Repair, Service and Maintenance | - | - | - | M |
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Vehicle Sales and Rental | - | - | - | M |
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Community and Recreational Uses | |||||
Boat Ramps and Landings | M | - | U | - |
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Campground | P | - | M | M |
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Cemeteries | - | - | M | - |
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Child Care Center | - | - | - | U | |
Clubs, Lodges, and Private Meeting Halls | M | - | - | M |
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Community Centers | P | - | - | M |
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Community Colleges and Universities | - | - | U | U |
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Correctional Institutions and Facilities | - | - | P | - |
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Cultural Institutions and Museums | M | - | P | - |
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Family Day Care, Small | - | - | - | P | |
Family Day Care, Large | - | - | - | M | |
Emergency Shelters | - | - | - | - |
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Group Day Care Center | - | - | - | U | |
Golf Courses and Country Clubs | P | - | - | - |
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Hospitals | - | - | P | - |
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Marinas | M | - | U | - |
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Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area | U | - | - | - |
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Offices, Governmental | - | - | P | P |
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Parks and Recreational Facilities, Public | P | - | P | M |
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Public Safety Facilities | - | U | P | U |
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Recreational Facilities, Private | P | - | U | P |
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Religious Facilities and Institutions | - | - | P | P |
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Residential Care Facility | - | - | - | - |
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Schools, Public and Private | U | - | P | U |
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Trail Head Parking or Staging Area | P | - | P | M |
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Residential Uses | |||||
Agricultural Worker Housing Center | - | - | - | M |
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Agricultural Worker Housing Unit | - | - | - | M |
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Caretaker Quarters | P | - | - | M | |
Duplex Home | - | - | - | - |
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Live/Work Unit | - | - | - | P |
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Manufactured or Mobile Home | - | - | - | P | |
Mobile Home (Temporary) | - | - | - | T | |
Mobile Home Park | - | - | - | U |
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Multiple Family Dwelling | - | - | - | - |
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Residential Care Homes, Large | - | - | - | M | |
Residential Care Homes, Small | - | - | - | P | |
Accessory Dwelling | - | - | - | A | |
Single-Family Home | - | - | - | P |
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Industrial Uses | |||||
Manufacturing, General | - | - | - | - |
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Manufacturing, Heavy | - | - | - | - |
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Manufacturing, Light | - | - | - | U |
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Research and Development | - | - | - | - |
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Warehousing, Wholesaling, and Distribution | - | - | - | - |
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Transportation, Communication, and Utility Uses | |||||
Airport-Related Uses | - | P | M | - |
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Airports for Commercial Farm Services | - | P | M | - |
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Solid Waste Disposal Site | - | - | M | - |
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Composting Facilities and Soil Amendment Facilities | M | - | M | - |
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Sewage Disposal Site | - | - | P | - |
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Freight and Truck Terminals and Yards | - | M | - | - |
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Recycling Collection or Processing Facility, Large | - | - | M | - |
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Recycling Collection or Processing Facility, Small | - | - | P | M |
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Reverse Vending Machine | P | P | P | P |
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Telecommunications Facilities | P | P | P | P |
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Utilities, Major | M | M | P | M |
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Utilities, Minor | P | P | P | P |
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(Ord. No. 765 § 2 (Exh. A) (part); Ord. No. 788 § 10; Ord. No. 796, § 9; Ord. No. 827, § 5; Ord. No. 832, § 8.)
Purpose Zoning Classifications.
(Ord. No. 765 § 2 (Exh. A) (part))
(a) General Recreation (G-R). The purpose of the G-R zone is to provide lands suitable for the development of active and passive recreational opportunities throughout the County. Appropriate uses in the G-R zone include public parks, sports fields, campgrounds, and trail systems.
(b) Airport (A-V). The A-V zone identifies lands suitable for, and used for, public or commercial airport purposes, including activities that are typically associated with airport operations, and preventing the encroachment of incompatible uses. Standards in the A-V zone are intended to support aeronautics-related businesses and services that benefit from, or require proximity to, an airport, and to ensure that airport operations and supporting uses to not pose a threat to public safety.
(c) Public Facilities (P-F). The P-F zone identifies lands used for governmental entities, and may include structures and facilities such as County buildings, schools, public safety facilities, utilities, and other public uses that enhance the quality of life within Colusa County.
(d) Rural Services (R-S). The R-S zone identifies areas suitable to provide necessary housing and services to the rural communities of Delevan, Sites, and Lodoga. The R-S zone facilitates multiple land uses on any given lot, consistent with and supportive of a higher intensity of development in the community area core that will contribute to a prosperous economy and higher quality of life in each of these rural centers. Subdivision or lot splitting into parcels smaller than two acres is prohibited, unless community water and septic/sewer systems can be provided to serve lots smaller than two acres. (Ord. No. 765 § 2 (Exh. A) (part))
Allowed uses and associated structures shall comply with the following development standards, in addition to any other applicable requirements of this Title, unless a variance is obtained in compliance with Section 44-1.90.050. Table 44-2.70-1 identifies the development standards applicable to the Special Purpose Zones.
Development Standards – General Recreation (G-R), Airport (A-V), Public Facilities (P-F), and Rural Services (R-S) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zoning Classifications | |||||
G-R | A-V | P-F | R-S | Special Regulations | ||
Parcel Size and Density | ||||||
Minimum Parcel Size | 0.5 acre | 1 acre or 6,000 sq-ft within water and sewer district service areas | 1 acre or 6,000 sq-ft within water and sewer district service areas | 2 acres or 12,000 sq-ft within water or sewer district service areas |
| |
Minimum Parcel Width | 60 ft | 60 ft | 60 ft | 60 ft |
| |
Minimum Parcel Depth | None | None | None | None |
| |
Maximum Dwelling Units per Parcel | 1 caretaker unit per parcel | - | - | 2 |
| |
Minimum Dwelling Units per Acre | - | - | - | - |
| |
Setbacks and Height Standards | ||||||
Minimum Setbacks | Front | None[1] | None[1] | None[1] | 15 ft |
|
Rear | 10 ft | 10 ft | 10 ft | 15 ft |
| |
Side | None[2] | None[2] | None[2] | 10ft |
| |
Maximum Structure Height | 40 ft | 35 ft | 40 ft | 40 ft |
| |
Notes: [1] A 15-foot front setback shall be required when adjacent to a Residential Zone [2] An 8-foot setback shall be required when adjacent to a Residential Zone. A zero side lot line must include fireproof walls and meet all applicable building and fire code requirements. | ||||||
(Ord. No. 765 § 2 (Exh. A) (part))
Table 44-2.70-2 identifies land uses allowed in the special purpose zones.
Allowed Uses – General Recreation (G-R), Airport (A-V), Public Facilities (P-F), and Rural Services (R-S) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P = Permitted Use A = Administrative Permit M = Minor Use Permit U = Use Permit T = Temporary Use Permit - = Use not allowed | Zoning Classifications | ||||
G-R | A-V | P-F | R-S | Special Regulations | |
Agricultural and Agricultural Support Uses | |||||
Agricultural Processing, Off-Site Products | U | - | - | U |
|
Agricultural Processing, On-Site Products | P | - | - | P |
|
Animal Grazing | P | - | - | P |
|
Animal Processing and Rendering | - | - | - | - |
|
Animal Raising and Keeping, Commercial | P | - | - | - |
|
Animal Raising and Keeping, Private | P | - | - | M |
|
Apiaries | P | - | - | M |
|
Accessory Structures to Primary Agricultural Use | P | - | - | P |
|
Crop Production and Cultivation, including Orchards and Vineyards | P | - | - | P |
|
Dairy | - | - | - | - |
|
Intensive Animal Operations | - | - | - | - |
|
Nurseries and Greenhouses | P | - | - | P |
|
Private Farm Airstrips | - | P | - | - |
|
Stables, Commercial | M | - | - | - |
|
Stables, Private | M | - | - | M |
|
Visitor-Serving Agricultural Support Use | M | - | - | M |
|
Wineries | M | - | - | M |
|
Natural Resource Uses | |||||
Energy Generation for Off-Site Use | U | - | - | - | |
Energy Generation for On-Site Use | P | - | P | P |
|
Forestry and Logging | - | - | - | - |
|
Mining | - | - | - | - |
|
Oil and Gas Extraction | - | - | - | - |
|
Timber Processing | - | - | - | - |
|
Habitat Mitigation and Management | - | - | - | - |
|
Commercial Uses | |||||
Agricultural Product Sales, Off-Site | - | - | - | - |
|
Agricultural Product Sales, On-Site | M | - | - | P |
|
Agriculture Auction and Sales Yards | - | - | - | - |
|
Agriculture Chemicals Manufacture, Distribution, Use and Storage | - | - | - | - |
|
Animal Hospitals and Kennels | - | - | - | U |
|
Bars, Nightclubs, and Lounges | - | - | - | P |
|
Bed and Breakfast | - | - | - | M | |
Commercial Recreation, Indoor | P | - | - | M |
|
Commercial Recreation, Outdoor | P | - | - | M |
|
Construction, Maintenance, and Repair Services | - | - | - | P |
|
Equipment Sales and Rental | - | - | - | M |
|
Farm Equipment: Sale, Rental, Repair and Supplies | - | - | - | M |
|
Farm Supply and Feed Store | - | - | - | A |
|
Gas and Service Stations | - | - | - | P |
|
Grocery Stores | - | - | - | P |
|
Hotel and Motel | - | - | - | M |
|
Hotel and Motel – Extended Stay | - | - | - | - |
|
Duck, Hunting, and Fishing Clubs | U | - | - | - | |
Medical Offices and Clinics | - | - | - | P |
|
Nursery, Retail | - | - | - | P |
|
Offices, Professional | - | - | - | P |
|
Personal Services | - | - | - | P |
|
Public/Mini Storage | - | - | - | U |
|
Recreational Vehicle Parks | - | - | - | U |
|
Restaurant | - | - | - | P |
|
Retail, General | - | - | - | P |
|
Retail, Large Projects | - | - | - | - |
|
Tasting Rooms | - | - | - | P |
|
Vehicle Repair, Service and Maintenance | - | - | - | M |
|
Vehicle Sales and Rental | - | - | - | M |
|
Community and Recreational Uses | |||||
Boat Ramps and Landings | M | - | U | - |
|
Campground | P | - | M | M |
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Cemeteries | - | - | M | - |
|
Child Care Center | - | - | - | U | |
Clubs, Lodges, and Private Meeting Halls | M | - | - | M |
|
Community Centers | P | - | - | M |
|
Community Colleges and Universities | - | - | U | U |
|
Correctional Institutions and Facilities | - | - | P | - |
|
Cultural Institutions and Museums | M | - | P | - |
|
Family Day Care, Small | - | - | - | P | |
Family Day Care, Large | - | - | - | M | |
Emergency Shelters | - | - | - | - |
|
Group Day Care Center | - | - | - | U | |
Golf Courses and Country Clubs | P | - | - | - |
|
Hospitals | - | - | P | - |
|
Marinas | M | - | U | - |
|
Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area | U | - | - | - |
|
Offices, Governmental | - | - | P | P |
|
Parks and Recreational Facilities, Public | P | - | P | M |
|
Public Safety Facilities | - | U | P | U |
|
Recreational Facilities, Private | P | - | U | P |
|
Religious Facilities and Institutions | - | - | P | P |
|
Residential Care Facility | - | - | - | - |
|
Schools, Public and Private | U | - | P | U |
|
Trail Head Parking or Staging Area | P | - | P | M |
|
Residential Uses | |||||
Agricultural Worker Housing Center | - | - | - | M |
|
Agricultural Worker Housing Unit | - | - | - | M |
|
Caretaker Quarters | P | - | - | M | |
Duplex Home | - | - | - | - |
|
Live/Work Unit | - | - | - | P |
|
Manufactured or Mobile Home | - | - | - | P | |
Mobile Home (Temporary) | - | - | - | T | |
Mobile Home Park | - | - | - | U |
|
Multiple Family Dwelling | - | - | - | - |
|
Residential Care Homes, Large | - | - | - | M | |
Residential Care Homes, Small | - | - | - | P | |
Accessory Dwelling | - | - | - | A | |
Single-Family Home | - | - | - | P |
|
Industrial Uses | |||||
Manufacturing, General | - | - | - | - |
|
Manufacturing, Heavy | - | - | - | - |
|
Manufacturing, Light | - | - | - | U |
|
Research and Development | - | - | - | - |
|
Warehousing, Wholesaling, and Distribution | - | - | - | - |
|
Transportation, Communication, and Utility Uses | |||||
Airport-Related Uses | - | P | M | - |
|
Airports for Commercial Farm Services | - | P | M | - |
|
Solid Waste Disposal Site | - | - | M | - |
|
Composting Facilities and Soil Amendment Facilities | M | - | M | - |
|
Sewage Disposal Site | - | - | P | - |
|
Freight and Truck Terminals and Yards | - | M | - | - |
|
Recycling Collection or Processing Facility, Large | - | - | M | - |
|
Recycling Collection or Processing Facility, Small | - | - | P | M |
|
Reverse Vending Machine | P | P | P | P |
|
Telecommunications Facilities | P | P | P | P |
|
Utilities, Major | M | M | P | M |
|
Utilities, Minor | P | P | P | P |
|
(Ord. No. 765 § 2 (Exh. A) (part); Ord. No. 788 § 10; Ord. No. 796, § 9; Ord. No. 827, § 5; Ord. No. 832, § 8.)