Storage of automobiles and other motor vehicles, except recreational vehicles, shall be limited to the garage and driveway areas of residential properties. (Ord. 5, 12-14-2006)

   A.   Recreational Vehicle Parking: Up to three (3) licensed and operable recreational vehicles, as defined in this title, may be parked outside of an enclosed building on a residential property provided that:

      1.   The recreational vehicle is not parked or stored on public property or public right-of-way, including public sidewalks.

      2.   Only one (1) of the three (3) recreational vehicles allowed may exceed twenty-four (24) feet in length. The length measurement shall include the entire length of the recreational vehicle, including the trailer and tongue of the recreational vehicle.

      3.   The recreational vehicles may be located on an established driveway during periods of seasonal use, provided that:

         a.   The recreational vehicles comply with the following seasonal classifications. If a recreational vehicle is not specifically listed, the most similar recreational vehicle listed, as determined by the zoning administrator, shall be used to determine seasonal classification.

 

 

         b.   No more than two (2) recreational vehicles are parked on the driveway.

      4.   Except in the UR district and as otherwise provided herein, the recreational vehicles are parked in the rear or side yard on a surface of concrete, bitumen, or pavers. If a gravel side parking area was constructed on the property prior to the effective date hereof, recreational vehicles may be parked on the existing gravel surface.

      5.   The recreational vehicles are located entirely outside of public easements or buffer yards and provide a five (5) foot setback from property lines. Recreational vehicles within a side yard of a corner lot abutting a public right-of- way must be set back ten (10) feet from the property line abutting a public right- of-way.

   B.   Enumeration: For the purpose of this section, snowmobiles, ATVs, motorized watercrafts, and other recreational vehicles parked on a trailer shall constitute one (1) recreational vehicle.

   C.   Covering Vehicles: In the event a tarp or other material is used to cover the vehicles, the color of the tarp or material shall be an earthen tone of black, brown, gray, or green.

   D.   Loading And Unloading: Recreational vehicles used for the sole purpose of loading and unloading the vehicle are exempt from subsections A2 and A3 for up to three (3) days. This subsection is not meant to circumvent the intent of this section. (Ord. 5, 12-14-2006; amd. Ord. 208, 2-13-2020)

   A.   Definitions: Commercial vehicle references (including Class I and Class II) included within this section shall have the meanings provided in section 11-2-2 of this title.

   B.   Parking On Residential Property: Commercial vehicles shall not be parked, stored or otherwise located on residential property or in residential zoning districts unless the following conditions are satisfied:

      1.   Class I Commercial Vehicles:

         a.   Class I commercial vehicles, as defined by section 11-2-2 of this title, may be parked or stored on a residential lot with a minimum lot size of two and one-half (21/2) acres. The commercial vehicle shall be entirely screened from neighboring residential property with a one hundred percent (100%) opaque screen consisting of wooden fencing, landscaping, berms or a combination of the foregoing. A Class I commercial vehicle shall not be parked or stored within one hundred fifty feet (150') of any neighboring residential dwelling unit.

         b.   Class I commercial vehicles that may not be parked on a residential lot under subsection B1a of this section may be parked or stored on a residential lot, provided the commercial vehicle is used as the resident's primary form of transportation to the resident's job or is associated with a permitted home business, and the commercial vehicle was parked or stored on the residential lot on or before December 14, 2006. Class I commercial vehicles may be replaced with a comparable vehicle if the applicant resides on the same residential lot.

         c.   The owner of a residential lot that meets the requirements of subsection B1a or B1b of this section shall be required to apply for and receive an administrative permit allowing the Class I commercial vehicle to remain parked or stored on the residential lot. The administrative permit issued pursuant to this subsection may be revoked for any violation of this Code. The administrative permit shall be issued pursuant to the terms of section 11-3-4 of this title. Administrative permit fees shall be determined by the City Council. Should a Class I commercial vehicle permitted under this section be replaced with a comparable vehicle, the applicant shall register the new vehicle with the City.

         d.   Class I commercial vehicles may be parked on a residential lot or residential zoning district when loading, unloading, rendering a temporary service benefiting the premises or providing emergency services.

         e.   No more than one Class I commercial vehicle may be parked on a residential lot and permitted under this section. (Ord. 163A, 4-12-2018)

         f.   One Class I commercial vehicle with a GVWR of eighteen thousand (18,000) pounds or less and used solely for the purpose of emergency preparedness, including tow trucks that are under contract with a government agency for the purpose of emergency response/preparedness, may be parked on a residential lot but only for the period of time in which the resident operator is on call. (Ord. 172, 7-26-2018)

      2.   Class II Commercial Vehicles:

         a.   Class II commercial vehicles, as defined by section 11-2-2 of this title, may be parked on a residential lot if used as the resident's primary form of transportation to the resident's job or if associated with a permitted home business.

         b.   No more than two (2) Class II commercial vehicles may be parked on a residential lot.

   C.   Parking In Commercial Zoning Districts: Class I and Class II commercial vehicles may be parked in commercial zoning districts subject to requirements of chapters 9 and 26 of this title.

   D.   Parking In Industrial Zoning Districts: Class I and Class II commercial vehicles may be parked in industrial zoning districts subject to requirements of chapters 9 and 27 of this title.

   E.   Contracting And Excavating Equipment: All contracting and excavating equipment located on residential lots shall be stored inside an accessory building or garage. (Ord. 163A, 4-12-2018)