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Excelsior City Zoning Code

ARTICLE 13

- ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC USES4


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Editor's note—Ord. No. 625, § 3, adopted March 7, 2022, amended article 13 in its entirety to read as herein set out. Former article 13, §§ 13-1, 13-2, pertained to similar subject matter. See Code Comparative Table for complete derivation.


Sec. 13-1.- Adult uses.

(a)

Adult uses are permitted accessory uses within the DC, CC, GC, and MU districts, provided that:

(1)

Both internal and external advertising and signing of adult materials and products beyond normal product descriptions and pricing information is prohibited.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-2. - Car washes.

(a)

Car washes are permitted as a conditional accessory use to an existing motor fuel station within MU district, provided that:

(1)

The accessory car wash must be attached to the convenience store/motor fuel sales facility.

(2)

Stacking space is constructed to accommodate six vehicles per wash stall and shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.

(3)

Stacking space must not interfere with on-site circulation patterns or required on-site parking or loading areas.

(4)

Parking or vehicle stacking space shall be screened from view of abutting residential districts in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(5)

Provisions are made to control and reduce noise and special precautions shall be taken to limit the effects of noise associated with the car wash operation, dryer and vacuum machines. The vehicle wash doors must remain closed during the entire operation cycle of the vehicle wash and dryer.

(6)

The location and operation of vacuum machines must not interfere with magazines or stacking areas on-site circulation or on-site parking and loading areas and may not be located in a yard abutting residentially zoned property.

(7)

Untreated water from the car wash shall not be discharged into the storm sewer. If the water is to be pretreated and discharged into the storm sewer, the pretreatment plans shall be subject to review and approval of the city engineer and building official, and subject to applicable requirements of Metropolitan Council Environmental Services and MPCA.

(b)

Car washes, except those that are self-service, are permitted as a conditional use within the MU districts, provided that:

(1)

They existed as of 2003.

(2)

The hours of operation shall be limited to 6:00 am to 10:00 pm, unless extended by the city council as part of the conditional user permit.

(3)

Stacking space is constructed to accommodate six vehicles per wash stall and shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.

(4)

Stacking space must not interfere with on-site circulation patterns or required on-site parking or loading areas.

(5)

The stacking lane and its access must be designed to control traffic in a manner to protect the pedestrians, buildings and green area on the site.

(6)

No part of the public street or boulevard may be used for stacking of automobiles.

(7)

Parking or vehicle stacking space shall be screened from view of abutting residential districts in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(8)

Where lots abut residentially zoned property, a buffer yard of not less than 20 feet wide shall be landscaped and screened in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(9)

The entire area other than occupied by buildings, structures or plantings shall be surfaced with asphalt, concrete, cobblestone, or paving brick to control dust and drainage, which is subject to review and approval of the city engineer.

(10)

Vehicular access points shall create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement, shall comply with article 19 of this Appendix E, and shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.

(11)

Provisions are made to control and reduce noise and special precautions shall be taken to limit the effects of noise associated with the car wash operation, dryer and vacuum machines.

(12)

The location and operation of vacuum machines must not interfere with stacking areas, on-site circulation, or on-site parking and loading areas, and may not be located in a yard abutting residentially zoned property.

(13)

Untreated water from the car wash shall not be discharged into the storm sewer. If the water is to be pretreated and discharged into the storm sewer, the pretreatment plans shall be subject to review and approval of the city engineer and building official, and subject to applicable requirements of Metropolitan Council Environmental Services and MPCA.

(14)

Pedestrian traffic.

a.

An internal site pedestrian circulation system shall be defined, and appropriate provisions shall be made to protect such areas from encroachments by parked cars or moving vehicles. In front of the principal structure, the pedestrian sidewalk must be a minimum of five feet wide and clear of any obstacle or impediment.

b.

A continuous and permanent concrete curb not less than six inches above grade shall separate internal sidewalks for pedestrian traffic from motor vehicle areas.

(15)

The stacking lane shall be designed and located in such a manner as to minimize automobile and communication noises, emissions, and headlight glare upon adjacent premises, particularly residential premises, and to maximize maneuverability of vehicles on the site. Noise control shall be required as regulated in section 16-9 of this Appendix E.

(16)

The city may require the applicant to employ appropriate advisory signs and devices to alert pedestrians and drivers both on-site and off-site as to potential hazards and permissible traffic movements. (Examples of such measures include one-way or turn-only signage and pavement markings, warning signs as to entering or exiting vehicles, and wide-angle safety mirrors.)

(17)

The applicant shall develop and submit for city approval a litter collection plan, which obligates the operator to keep the premises and adjacent public thoroughfares free of refuse.

(18)

Except for properties issued conditional use permits for car washes prior to October 1, 2003, the property must be located adjacent to the Highway 7 corridor. "Adjacent" for purposes of the requirement, shall mean that no other properties occupied by buildings shall be located between the property in question and the Highway 7 right-of-way.

(19)

All conditions pertaining to a specific site are subject to change when the Council, upon investigation in relation to a formal request finds that the general welfare and public betterment can be served as well or better by modifying or expanding the conditions set forth herein.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-3. - Clinics.

Clinics are permitted as conditional use in the R-3 district, for people only, provided that:

(1)

The parking areas are fenced or screened from view of neighboring residential uses or an abutting residential district in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(2)

Where lots abut residentially zoned property, a buffer yard of not less than 20 feet wide for buildings and ten feet wide for parking areas shall be landscaped and screened in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(3)

Vehicular access points shall create a minimum conflict with through traffic movement, shall comply with article 19 of this Appendix E, and shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.

(4)

The architectural appearance, scale and functional plan of the site and building is in character with existing neighborhood buildings, the city comprehensive plan, the design standards, and the downtown revitalization plan for Excelsior.

(5)

The hours of operation shall be limited to 6:00 am to 8:00 pm, unless extended or limited by the city council as part of the conditional use permit.

(6)

All lighting shall be designed in such a way as to have no direct source of light visible from adjacent land in residential use and shall be incompliance with section 16-5 of this Appendix E.

(7)

All signage shall be in conformance with article 24 of this Appendix E.

(8)

The clinic shall not include emergency room services.

(9)

Except as permitted by this section, the building and site will comply with the requirements found in section 45-7 of this Appendix E.

(10)

The building and site shall be allowed an impervious surface coverage maximum of 60.

(11)

The development shall comply with all other conditions as set forth by the city to mitigate any undue negative influence on all surrounding residential properties.

(12)

The developer shall enter into a properly executed developers agreement with the city, which shall be recorded against the property with Hennepin County, prior to commencing demolition, construction, or other site alteration activities.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-4. - Drive-through facilities are limited to those existing as of the date of this Appendix E for banks, savings institutions, credit unions, and other financial institutions as well as restaurants.

(a)

The hours of operation shall be limited to 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., unless extended by the city council as part of the conditional use permit.

(b)

Where lots abut residentially zoned property, a buffer yard of not less than 20 feet wide shall be landscaped and screened in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(c)

The entire area other than occupied by buildings, structures or plantings shall be surfaced with asphalt, concrete, cobblestone, or paving brick to control dust and drainage, which is subject to review and approval of the city engineer.

(d)

Vehicular access points shall create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement, shall comply with article 19 of this Appendix E, and shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.

(e)

Service windows shall be allowed if the following additional criteria are satisfied:

(1)

Not less than 120 feet of segregated automobile stacking lane must be provided for the service window.

(2)

The stacking lane and its access must be designed to control traffic in a manner to protect the pedestrians, buildings, and green area on the site.

(3)

No part of the public street or boulevard may be used for stacking of automobiles.

(4)

Stacking space must not interfere with on-site circulation patterns or required on-site parking or loading areas.

(f)

Pedestrian traffic.

(1)

An internal site pedestrian circulation system shall be defined and appropriate provisions made to protect such areas from encroachments by parked cars or moving vehicles. In front of the principal structure, the pedestrian sidewalk must be a minimum of five wide and clear of any obstacle or impediment.

(2)

A continuous and permanent concrete curb not less than six inches above grade shall separate internal sidewalks for pedestrian traffic from motor vehicle areas.

(3)

The stacking lane, order board intercom, and service window shall be designed and located in such a manner as to minimize automobile and communication noises, emissions, and headlight glare upon adjacent premises, particularly residential premises, and to maximize maneuverability of vehicles on the site. Noise control shall be required as regulated in section 16-9 of this Appendix E.

(g)

The stacking lane, order board intercom, and service window shall be designed and located in such a manner as to minimize automobile and communication noises, emissions, and headlight glare upon adjacent premises, particularly residential premises, and to maximize maneuverability of vehicles on the site. Noise control shall be required as regulated in section 16-9 of this Appendix E.

(h)

The city may require the applicant to employ appropriate advisory signs and devices to alert pedestrians and drivers both on-site and off-site as to potential hazards and permissible traffic movements. (Examples of such measures include one-way or turn-only signage and pavement markings, warning signs as to entering or exiting vehicles, and wide-angle safety mirrors.)

(i)

The applicant shall develop and submit for city approval a littler collection plan, which obligates the operator of the drive-in, drive-up, or drive-through facility to keep the premises and adjacent public thoroughfares free of refuse.

(j)

All conditions pertaining to a specific site are subject to change when the council, upon investigation in relation to a formal request finds that the general welfare and public betterment can be served as well or better by modifying or expanding the conditions set forth herein.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-5. - Electronic amusement device or game.

(a)

Electronic amusement device or games are permitted accessory uses within the DC, CC, GC, and MU districts, provided that:

(1)

Principal use is limited to restaurant, café, tea room, liquor store, or private club.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-6. - Educational services.

(a)

Educational services are permitted as a conditional use within the DC, CC, GC, and MU districts, provided that:

(1)

The facility may not serve more than 25 persons at any one time.

(2)

There shall be adequate off-street parking which shall be located separately from any outdoor play area and shall be in compliance with article 19 of this Appendix E. Parking areas shall be screened from view of surrounding and abutting residential districts in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(3)

There shall be adequate short-term parking or drop off area provided within close proximity to the main entrance. Short-term or drop off parking shall accommodate at least three car spaces. The short-term parking or drop off area shall not conflict with off-street parking access and shall not conflict with pedestrian movement.

(4)

Except as may be approved as part of a joint parking arrangement, as regulated by article 19 of this Appendix E, when an educational facility is an accessory use within a structure containing another principal use, each use shall be calculated separately for determining the total off-street parking spaces required.

(5)

All signing and informational or visual communication devices shall comply with article 24 of this Appendix E.

(6)

The facility shall meet the following conditions:

a.

Architectural appearance. The architectural appearance and functional plan of the building and site shall be compatible with the existing buildings or area and design standards.

b.

Land use compatibility. Internal and external site land use compatibility and sufficient peripheral area protections shall be provided by the day care facility.

c.

Play space. Play space must be adequately enclosed where necessary to prevent children from leaving the premises unattended.

(7)

Proof of approved licenses, if required, shall be provided to the zoning administrator prior to the building official granting a certificate of occupancy.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-7. - Indoor recreation.

(a)

Indoor recreation is permitted as a conditional use within the CC, GC, and MU district, provided that:

(1)

Facilities that would generate substantial traffic shall be located with access to a street of sufficient capacity to accommodate the traffic that the use will generate. A minimum of two entry points to such facilities shall be provided.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-8. - Light industrial.

(a)

Light industrial operations are permitted as a conditional use within the GC district, provided that:

(1)

All operations, including storage of material and machinery, shall be carried on within an enclosed building. Normal daily inorganic wastes may be stored in containers, provided that such containers are screened and not visible from the street or neighboring properties.

(2)

No operation shall involve the use of highly flammable gases, acid, liquids or other inherent fire hazards. This prohibition shall not apply to the normal use of heating or motor fuels and welding gases when handled in accordance with the regulations of all applicable jurisdictions.

(3)

All performance standards related to article 16, section 16-6, smoke; section 16-7, dust and other particulate matter; section 16-8, air pollution; section 16-9, noise; section 16-10, odors; section 16-11, vibration; section 16-13, waste; of this Appendix E shall be complied with.

(4)

No operation shall discharge into a sewer, drainageway or the ground any material which is radioactive, poisonous, detrimental to normal sewer plant operation or corrosive to sewer pipes and installations.

(5)

No heat may be generated from an operation that raises the air temperature at the property line of the operation by more than five degrees Fahrenheit, above the ambient air temperature.

(6)

All machines shall be mounted to minimize vibration. No measurable vibration shall occur at the property line of the operation which exceeds a displacement of 0.003 inch.

(7)

Storage of chemical products. If allowed by special user permit, any above or below ground storage of liquid petroleum products or chemicals of a flammable or noxious nature shall not exceed 150,000 gallons when stored on one lot less than one acre. Such storage shall not exceed 25,000 gallons in any one tank. Storage of liquid petroleum products or chemicals of a flammable or noxious nature in excess of 25,000 gallons shall be located at least 50 feet from any structure intended for human habitation and at least 200 feet from any residential, office or commercial zoning district.

(8)

Where lots abut residentially zoned property, a buffer yard of not less than 20 feet wide shall be landscaped and screened in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-9. - Marinas.

(a)

Marinas are permitted as a conditional use on lakefront properties within the MU district, provided that:

(1)

The outside boat storage areas and marina operations are fenced or screened from view of neighboring residential uses or an abutting residential district in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(2)

The architectural appearance, scale, building materials and functional plan of the site and building shall not be dissimilar to existing neighborhood uses and buildings.

(3)

The boat storage areas are surfaced with bituminous material or concrete.

(4)

The boat storage areas do not take up parking space as required for conformity with article 19 of this Appendix E.

(5)

Hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. unless otherwise allowed by the city council.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-10. - Microbrewery, micro-distillery and micro-winery.

(a)

Microbrewery, micro-distillery and micro-wineries are permitted as a conditional use within the DC, CC, GC and MU districts, provided that:

(1)

The brewer shall obtain a license from the commissioner of public safety to brew 15,000 barrels of malt liquor per year, obtain approval of the commissioner of public safety and be issued a license by the city for off-sale of malt liquor.

(2)

All conditions for a brewer off-sale malt liquor license as specified in chapter 4, article II, division 2, and section 4-72 of the Code are complied with.

(3)

Microbrewery, micro-distillery and micro-winery operation hours shall be limited to the hours specified in Minn. Stats. Chapter 340A for off-sale intoxicating liquor unless further limited by the city council as part of the conditional use permit.

(4)

A microbrewery, micro-distillery and micro-winery located at the street level of Water Street shall provide at least 50 percent of the total floor space at the front one-half of the building to be used for sales, tasting, or restaurant purposes.

(5)

Where a microbrewery, micro-distillery and micro-winery abut residentially zoned property, a buffer yard of not less than 20 feet wide for buildings and ten feet wide for parking areas shall be landscaped and screened in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-11. - Motor fuel stations.

(a)

Motor fuel stations are permitted as a conditional use in the MU district, provided that:

(1)

They existed upon February 9, 2003.

(2)

No minor or major auto repair shall be allowed.

(3)

All of subsection 13-11(2) must be met when one, two, or all the following occur(s):

a.

There is a change in system for dispensing fuel affecting the number of vehicles to be simultaneously served on the property.

b.

The building footprint is increased.

c.

Any structure used to provide cover or protection from the elements for customers at the fuel dispensers is constructed.

(b)

If any motor fuel station meets any of the criteria outlined in subsection 13-11(1)(b) above, all of the following must be met:

(1)

They are installed in accordance with state and city standards. Additionally, adequate space shall be provided to access fuel pumps and allow maneuverability around the pumps. Underground fuel storage tanks are to be positioned to allow adequate access by motor fuel transports and unloading operations which do not conflict with circulation, access and other activities on the site. Fuel pumps shall be installed on pump islands.

(2)

Hours of operation shall not be limited unless restricted by the city council as part of the conditional use permit conditions.

(3)

The architectural appearance, scale and functional plan of the building and canopy shall be complementary with each other and the existing buildings in the neighborhood. The buildings and canopy shall be subject to the provisions of the design standards.

(4)

A protective canopy structure may be located over the pump island(s), as an accessory structure. The canopy shall meet the following performance standards.

a.

The edge of the canopy shall be 20 feet or more from the front and/or side lot line, provided that adequate visibility both on-site and off-site is maintained.

b.

The canopy shall not exceed 18 feet in height and must provide 14 feet of clearance to accommodate a semitrailer truck passing underneath.

c.

The canopy fascia shall not exceed three feet in vertical height.

d.

The architectural design, colors, and character of the canopy shall be consistent with the principal building on the site.

e.

Signage may be allowed on a detached canopy in lieu of wall signage on the principal structure, provided that:

1.

The individual canopy sign does not exceed more than ten percent of the canopy façade facing a public right-of-way.

2.

The canopy fascia shall not be illuminated, except for permitted canopy signage.

f.

The canopy fascia shall not exceed three feet in vertical height.

(5)

Pump islands must comply with the following performance standards:

a.

Pump islands must be elevated six inches above the traveled surface of the site.

b.

All pump islands must be set at least 30 feet back from any property line. Additionally, the setback between the pump islands curb face must be at least 24 feet.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-12. - Office, banks, and financial institutions.

(a)

Office, business (general), including banks, savings institutions, credit unions, and other financial institutions are permitted as conditional uses in the R-3 zoning district and as permitted uses within the DC, CC, GC, and MU districts (with restrictions as outlined in section 50-2) provided that:

(1)

The parking areas are fenced or screened from view of neighboring residential uses or an abutting residential district in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(2)

Where lots abut residentially zoned property, a buffer yard of not less than 20 feet wide for buildings and ten feet wide for parking areas shall be landscaped and screened for compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(3)

Vehicular access points shall create a minimum conflict with through traffic movement, shall comply with article 19 of this Appendix E, and shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.

(4)

The hours of operation shall be limited to 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and deliveries shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., unless extended or limited by the city council as part of the conditional use permit when applicable.

(5)

The building and site shall be allowed an impervious surface coverage maximum of 60 percent in the R-3 zoning district.

(6)

The development shall comply with all other conditions as set forth by the city to mitigate any undue influence on all surrounding residential properties.

(7)

If the office use conditionally permitted under this section includes a drive-in, drive-up, or drive-through facility, such a facility shall comply with the standards outlined in 13-4 of this article.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-13. - Open sales and rental lots.

(a)

Open sales and rental lots for used or new cars, trucks, boats, marine equipment, motorcycles, recreational vehicles, trails and similar vehicles and equipment are permitted as a conditional use within the GC district, provided that:

(1)

All open vehicle and equipment sales operations allowed herein shall be located on property no less than one and one-half acres in size that has a permanent building on footings with restroom facilities, a showroom of at least 1,000 square feet, and a minimum of two service bays.

(2)

The architectural appearance, scale and functional plan of the building and canopy shall be complementary with each other and the existing buildings in the neighborhood. The buildings and canopy shall be subject to the provisions of the design standards permit application.

(3)

The entire site other than that taken up by a building, structure, or plantings and required landscaping shall be surfaced with asphalt, concrete, cobblestone, or paving brick. Plans for surfacing and drainage shall be subject to approval of the city engineer and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.

(4)

All islands in the parking lot shall be landscaped.

(5)

A strip of not less than ten feet shall be landscaped at the edge of all parking/driveway areas adjacent to lot lines and the public right-of-way. All landscaping and screening requirements of article 21 of Appendix E shall be complied with.

(6)

Adequate analysis and provisions are made to resolve issues related to the demand for city services. No use shall be allowed that will exceed the city's ability to provide utility, police, fire, administrative or other services to the site.

(7)

All repair activities shall be conducted within the principal structure and the doors to the service bays facing public right-of-way or residential areas shall be kept closed or properly landscaped and screened.

(8)

Facilities on a site contiguous to any residential use or district shall not be operated between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. unless otherwise allowed by formal action of the city council.

(9)

Provisions are made to control and reduce noise in accordance with section 16-9 of this Appendix E.

(10)

Vehicular access points shall create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement, shall comply with section 19-4 of this Appendix E, and shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.

(11)

A drainage system subject to the approval of the city shall be installed.

(12)

The public address system shall not be audible at any property line. Play of music or advertisement from the public address system is prohibited. Noise control shall be required as regulated in section 16-9 of this Appendix E.

(13)

The operation shall be responsible for litter control on the subject property which is to occur on a daily basis. Trash receptacles must be provided at a convenient location on site to facilitate litter control.

(14)

Pedestrian traffic:

a.

An internal site pedestrian circulation system shall be defined, and appropriate provisions made to protect such areas from encroachments by parked cars or moving vehicles. In front of the principal structure, the pedestrian sidewalk must be a minimum of five feet wide and clear of any obstacle or impediment.

b.

A continuous and permanent concrete curb not less than six inches above grade shall separate internal sidewalks for pedestrian traffic from motor vehicle areas.

(15)

A comprehensive sign plan must be submitted as part of a conditional use permit application. Any signing and information or visual communication devices shall be minimized and shall be in compliance with article 24 of this Appendix E.

(16)

All conditions pertaining to a specific site are subject to change when the council, upon investigation in relation to a formal request, finds that the general welfare and public betterment can be served as well or better by modifying or expanding the conditions set forth herein.

(17)

The provisions of section 4-3 of this Appendix E are considered and satisfactorily met.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-14. - Outdoor recreation facility.

(a)

Outdoor recreation facilities are permitted as a conditional use within the GC district, provided that:

(1)

Uses that would generate substantial traffic, such as playing fields or aquatic centers, shall be located with access to a street of sufficient capacity to accommodate the traffic that the use will generate. A minimum of two entry points to such facilities shall be provided.

(2)

Location. The facility shall have access to a collector or higher classification street.

(3)

Site plans. Site plans for such facilities shall indicate all proposed recreation and entertainment areas, sanitary facilities, storage areas, parking, circulation, estimated noise levels, and other information needed to assess the impacts of the proposed operation on surrounding properties and the road network. Conditions may be imposed to mitigate the potential impacts of the use.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-15. - Pet shop.

(a)

Pet shops are permitted uses within the DC, CC, GC, and MU districts, provided that:

(1)

The entire operation must be conducted entirely within a building.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-16. - Rail transit systems.

(a)

Rail transit systems are permitted as a conditional use within the DC, CC, GC, and MU districts, provided that:

(1)

Hours of operation shall be limited to 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., unless extended by the city council as part of the conditional use permit.

(2)

Provisions must be made to control and reduce noise in accordance with section 16-9 of this Appendix E.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-17. - Trade shop.

(a)

Trade shops are permitted uses within the CC and GC district, provided that:

(1)

Exterior materials storage must be totally screened from view from adjacent public streets and adjacent residential properties by a wall of the principal structure or a screen wall constructed of the same materials as the principal structure.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-18. - Transportation services.

(a)

Transportation services are permitted as a conditional use within the GC district, provided that:

(1)

Storage of materials, vehicles and other equipment associated with the operation of a business may be accommodated outside of a building or structure. The amount of area devoted to exterior storage shall not exceed 25 percent of the property, and such storage shall only be permitted in the side or rear yards, outside of any buffer yard area, and controlled by bumper stops or other means so as not to cross over the lot line.

(2)

Where lots abut residentially zoned property, a buffer yard of not less than 20 feet wide shall be landscaped and screened in compliance with article 21 of this Appendix E.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-19. - Veterinary clinic.

(a)

Veterinary clinics are permitted uses within the GC district, provided that:

(1)

All operations must be conducted entirely within a building.

(2)

No outdoor kennels or runs may be included as provided for in article 33 of this Appendix E and chapter 6 of the Code.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-20. - Repair or processing necessary to conduct permitted principal use.

(a)

Repair or processing necessary to conduct permitted principal use is a permitted use within the DC, CC, GC, and MU districts, provided that:

(1)

Shall not occupy more than 50 percent of floor area nor more than 50 percent of gross man hours required to conduct principal use.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-21. - Repair and maintenance shop.

(a)

Repair and maintenance shops are permitted uses within the DC, CC, GC, and MU district, provided that:

(1)

No outdoor storage is permitted.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-22. - Hotels and motels.

No hotel or motel structure shall be located within 50 feet of any abutting R-1 or R-2 zoned property.

(Ord. No. 625, § 3, 3-7-2022)

Sec. 13-23. - Community center/arts and culture center.

(a)

Community center/arts and culture center is permitted as a conditional use in the R-2 district provided that:

(1)

Such a use is located on a parcel of property that is at least 15,000 square feet in area.

(2)

The use shall be subject to the performance standards in section 4-5 of the zoning code.

(Ord. No. 671, § 2, 9-16-2024)