The purpose of this section is to establish the standards and criteria by which ancillary agricultural activities may be conducted in the agricultural zones of Davis County. Recognizing that agricultural land is rapidly being developed to meet population growth, the County intends through this section to preserve the farming heritage of the community and encourage ancillary agricultural activities such as certain events and sale of locally grown products.

(Ord. 5-2009, Amended, 02/12/2010)

For the purpose of the article,

1. "Activity" shall mean:
   1. Any activity or event which is open to the general public and for which a fee is charged; or
   2. The operation of a produce stand or conduct of other similar business.
2. "Ancillary agricultural activity" means an activity as defined in Section 15.20.660 in an agricultural zone.

(Ord. 5-2009, Amended, 02/12/2010; 5-2009, Added, 12/22/2009)

1. Ancillary activities such as, but not limited to, corn mazes, harvest festivals, receptions, entertainments, or other similar activities which are open to the general public and for which a fee is being charged may be permitted as conditional uses in any agricultural zone subject to at least the following conditions:
   1. The activity must be on a parcel or combination of contiguous parcels totaling three or more acres;
   2. Events may not extend beyond eight consecutive weeks;
   3. No property may be used to host events for more than an accumulative total of 90 days during any calendar year, and
   4. The property must maintain its agricultural integrity at all times, meaning it must be able to continue agricultural production in the same way it would without the activity being held.

(Ord. 5-2009, Amended, 02/12/2010; 5-2009, Amended, 12/22/2009; 5-2009, Added, 12/22/2009)

Produce stands for the sale of produce and related products and other similar business operations may be permitted as a conditional use in any agricultural zone subject to at lease the following conditions:

1. The activity must be on a parcel or combination of contiguous parcels totaling three or more acres;
2. At least 50% of the products sold must be agricultural products grown on the property for which the permit is issued;
3. Operations of the produce stands or other business activities shall be allowed either once during a calendar year for a period not exceeding six consecutive months or twice during a calendar year for a maximum period of three months each.

(Ord. 5-2009, Amended, 02/12/2010; 5-2009, Added, 12/22/2009)

All applicants must submit a completed conditional use application, site plan, and other documentation as follows and consistent with Sections 15.20.420 and 15.20.490;

1. Plan Requirements. The applicant must submit a legible and sufficiently detailed site plan which includes any existing or proposed structures which will be used in connection with the activity, a plan of operations, and any other pertinent information as may be requested or required by the Davis County Planning Department staff.
2. Parking and Access. The applicant must provide adequate off-street parking. Due to the uniqueness of each use, Davis County Planning Department staff may apply County or other generally accepted standards for determining the amount, size, and location of parking spaces. All spaces must be at lease 10 feet from any public right-of-way or street. Access from any State road must have the written approval of the Utah Department of Transportation.
3. Safety Review. Davis County Planning Department staff may require the approval of the Fire Department, Health Department, Sheriff's Office, Building Inspector or any other governmental or public safety officer, agency, or organization.
4. Application Process. The application process shall be as specified in Sections 15.20.420 and 15.20.490. However, applications should be submitted at least 3 months before the anticipated activity to allow for adequate review and any adjustments or information which may be required by the Planning Commission.

(Ord. 5-2009, Amended, 02/12/2010; 5-2009, Added, 12/22/2009)

The applicant and operator of all activities, produce stands, or other business approved and conducted under this article shall obtain and maintain a business license from Davis County proper to commencing and at all times during the conduct of the activity. However, a business license is not required if the produce and products sold are grown or produced exclusively on the site.

(Ord. 5-2009, Amended, 02/12/2010; 5-2009, Added, 12/22/2009)