Required lot size, yard setbacks, height limitations and related requirements are set forth in article 23.

The following uses are allowed in any M district, subject to the further provisions of this ordinance:

(1)

Any permitted structure and use identified as such in article 18 under the LM light industrial district.

(2)

Brick, tile, and terracotta manufacture.

(3)

Cement, lime, gypsum or plaster of Paris manufacture.

(4)

Concrete, cement products or clay products manufacture.

(5)

Foundry or forging plants.

(6)

Grain elevators or commercial feed mills.

(7)

Poultry killing, plucking or processing.

(8)

Rock, sand or gravel distribution or storage.

(9)

Truck terminals.

(10)

Wood recycling centers, provided that the wood stockpiles do not exceed 20 feet in height, and that the owner(s) submits the following in addition to other development and licensing requirements:

(a)

A bond or letter of credit in a form acceptable to the county attorney, to assist with legal fees, to ensure the removal of any wood material stock that is abandoned on-site after the business ceases operation. The amount shall be calculated at a rate of $5,000.00 per acre of storage area as shown on the approved development site plan. If the storage area results in a fractional acreage, the bond or letter of credit amount shall be adjusted by percentage of the fractional area, and

(b)

A notarized letter indicating that the owner has read and understands his/her responsibilities to comply with the Georgia Solid Waste Management Chapter 391-3-4-.04 (60/90 Rule) which states that 60 percent of the weight or volume of material must be used, reused, sold or recycled during a 90-day period.

(11)

Customary accessory buildings and uses.

The following conditional uses may be permitted, subject to approval of a conditional use permit by the board of commissioners, after receiving the recommendation of the board of zoning appeals as provided in article 28:

(1)

Central mixing plant for cement, mortar, plaster, and/or building materials.

[(2)

Reserved.]

(3)

Asphalt and concrete batching plants.

(4)

Bone rendering plants.

(5)

Salvage and junk yards, provided any such use is screened from public view by a solid wall, planted screen or similar opaque partition at least six feet in height, and provided such wall or opaque partition is set back at least 50 feet from all property lines.

(6)

Church or any other place of worship provided that approval of the conditional use is not detrimental to the health or general welfare of the neighboring property owners[, and provided:]

That owners acknowledge that they may be subject to certain noxious odors, noises, traffic and business practices that members may consider inconsistent with a church.

That owners affirm that they understand that by accepting this conditional zoning they are waiving any objection they may have under county ordinance to placement of or approval of any business, industry or practice on surrounding or nearby property that is otherwise allowed by county ordinances.

(7)

Shooting range, indoor, must meet at a minimum, all the following requirements:

a.

Shall be required to meet all applicable standards established by The NRA Range Source Book published by the NRA.

b.

Shall be required to meet all applicable standards established by Lead Management and OSHA Compliance for Indoor Shooting Ranges published by the National Association of Shooting Ranges (NASR) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

c.

Shall be required to have a NRA Range Technical Team Evaluation and provide a copy of the final report from the range technical team advisor prior to the certificate of occupancy and business license being issued.

d.

Liability insurance required. Each application for a license issued under this permit shall be accompanied by evidence that the applicant has obtained a general liability insurance policy in an amount not less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence. Such insurance policy shall remain in force and effect during the term of the license. Such insurance policy shall contain a clause requiring the insurer to immediately notify the county if for any reason, coverage under the policy terminates. The proof of insurance required by this section shall be furnished to the county upon each renewal of the license. Additionally, the licensee shall furnish to the county proof of insurance when requested to do so.

e.

Certified instructors required. The owner or operator of an indoor shooting range shall have on the premises at all times during range operation an individual certified as a firearm or range instructor by the National Rifle Association or the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.

f.

Shall provide an operating telephone available to range participants and spectators for the purpose of contacting emergency medical services.

g.

A first-aid kit containing the items recommended by a certified expert in emergency medical treatment shall be readily available at each shooting sports facility for emergency treatment or care of minor injuries.

h.

A management guidebook shall be maintained that includes procedures for operations, maintenance, and lead management and recovery. The management guidebook shall be kept on-site and shall be accessible at all times to those using the shooting sports facility.

(8)

Shooting range, outdoor, must meet at a minimum, all the following requirements:

a.

Shall be required to meet all applicable standards established by The NRA Range Source Book published by the NRA.

b.

Shall be required to meet all applicable standards established by Lead Management and OSHA Compliance for Indoor Shooting Ranges published by the National Association of Shooting Ranges (NASR) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the EPA's Best Management Practices for Outdoor Shooting Ranges.

c.

Shall be required to have a NRA Range Technical Team Evaluation and provide a copy of the final report from the range technical team advisor prior to the certificate of occupancy and business license being issued.

d.

Liability insurance required. Each application for a license issued under this permit shall be accompanied by evidence that the applicant has obtained a general liability insurance policy in an amount not less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence. Such insurance policy shall remain in force and effect during the term of the license. Such insurance policy shall contain a clause requiring the insurer to immediately notify the county if for any reason, coverage under the policy terminates. The proof of insurance required by this section shall be furnished to the county upon each renewal of the license. Additionally, the licensee shall furnish to the county proof of insurance when requested to do so.

e.

Certified instructors required. The owner or operator of an indoor shooting range shall have on the premises at all times during range operation an individual certified as a firearm or range instructor by the National Rifle Association or the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.

f.

Shall provide an operating telephone available to range participants and spectators for the purpose of contacting emergency medical services.

g.

A first-aid kit containing the items recommended by a certified expert in emergency medical treatment shall be readily available at each shooting sports facility for emergency treatment or care of minor injuries.

h.

A management guidebook shall be maintained that includes procedures for operations, maintenance, and lead management and recovery. The management guidebook shall be kept on-site and shall be accessible at all times to those using the shooting sports facility.

i.

Prior to submitting for the conditional use permit, applicant shall have the NRA Range Development Technical Team advise as to the standard of noise reduction possible and to what decibel level the proposed operation will create. Applicant shall provide NRA documentation of the evaluation including any potential noise levels.

j.

Applicant shall not exceed noise level granted in the conditional use permit. If complaints are received, the director shall use the best tools reasonably available to determine the merit of the complaint. If determined by the director that a valid noise concern exists, approval from board of commissioners to employ services of a noise consultant shall be requested. All related expenses shall be incurred by the applicant. The community development department shall obtain an estimate of the expenses and the applicant shall pay the estimate in advance. Should the actual costs be less than the estimate, the applicant shall be returned the balance. In addition, applicant will be given 30 days to modify shooting range to reduce noise to approved level or all outdoor shooting range activities shall cease.

(Ord. No. 046-09, 12-15-09; Ord. No. 042-19, 10-1-19)

Required parking, loading and other supplemental regulations applicable to this district are set forth in article 24.