In order to carry out the purpose of this Chapter, the City is hereby divided into the following zoning districts:

(1)

The purpose of the UA Urban Agricultural District is to identify and zone land which may be suitable for accommodating an existing agricultural use, or to preserve areas which perform important natural functions. The allowed uses in the UA District are those uses where few people are exposed to the natural function of the land and interference with the natural functions is minimized.

(2)

The purpose of the ER-1 Estate Residential District is to provide a residential environment that retains a rural atmosphere because of large lots, generous setbacks and the allowance of certain agricultural uses. Suitable areas for inclusion in this district are generally located between agricultural land and urban areas.

(3)

The purpose of the R-1, Low Density Residential District is to identify and zone land for predominantly single-family use.

(4)

The purpose of the R-2, Medium Density Residential District is to provide a district which will allow a combination of single-family uses and two-family uses. The lot size should permit the utilization of single-family "patio homes."

(5)

The purpose of the R-3, High Density Residential District is to provide a zoning district within which both townhouses and apartments can utilize areas of the City for higher density uses.

(6)

The purpose of the R-4, Mobile Home Residential District is to provide spaces for mobile homes in an overall planned environment specifically tailored to the requirements of the mobile homes and their residents, in compliance with Chapter 5, Article 7 of this Code.

(7)

The purpose of the T Transitional District is to provide a zoning district for compatible residential and commercial uses that are located between existing residential neighborhoods and business districts.

(8)

The purpose of the B-1 Mixed Use Business District is to provide a zoning district for those commercial and residential uses that complement one another in such a way as to provide a pleasant living experience in a predominantly downtown business environment.

(9)

The purpose of the B-2 General Business District is to provide a zoning district for the location of commercial uses typically oriented along major thoroughfares.

(10)

The purpose of the BP Business Park District is to provide a zoning district for a mix of office, research, light industry and business support uses where regional access is available.

(11)

The purpose of the I Industrial District is to provide a zoning district for industrial and manufacturing operations.

(12)

The Purpose of a PUD Planned Unit Development is to provide an alternative to conventional zoning districts that encourages:

a.

A development pattern which preserves and utilizes natural topographic and geologic features, scenic vistas, vegetation and wildlife habitat, and avoids the disruption of natural drainage patterns.

b.

A greater diversity of living environments by allowing a variety of housing types and residential densities, and mixture of uses.

c.

More efficient use of land than may be achieved through conventional zoning and subdivisions, and savings of construction and maintenance costs through shorter utility lines and streets.

d.

More useful and more convenient location of open space and recreational areas for residents, and, if permitted as part of the project, more convenient location of accessory commercial and industrial uses.

e.

Development complexes which are harmonious, interrelated combinations of compatible uses.

f.

Socially desirable objectives to meet community needs for various types of land, housing, commercial, recreational and agricultural uses not otherwise feasible under conventional zoning.

(Ord. 1110 §1, 2010)

(a)

Official Zoning Map. The City Council hereby adopts the Official Zoning Map, a true and correct copy of which shall be maintained on file in the office of the City Clerk.

(b)

Interpretation of boundaries.

(1)

In determining the boundaries of zoning districts shown on the Official Zoning Map, the following rules of interpretation shall apply:

a.

Unless otherwise indicated, the zoning boundaries are City limits, the centerlines of streets, roads, highways, alleys, platted lot lines, watercourses, section lines and channelized waterways, or such lines extended.

b.

In unsubdivided property, zoning boundaries shall be determined by use of the scale on the Official Zoning Map. A legal description acceptable to the Director shall be made available in the event of controversy arising concerning zoning district boundaries.

(2)

The Director shall have the authority to review, interpret and determine any boundary disputes pursuant to this Section.

(Ord. 1110 §1, 2010)

A permitted use is a use allowed by right in a zone district; a permitted use is not required to demonstrate need for its location. Such use therefore does not require approval to locate in a zone district in which it is permitted, although all new or expanded permitted uses (with the exception of one- and two-family residences) must obtain site plan approval pursuant to Section 20-3-100. In general, permitted uses are subject to the same conditions as all other permitted uses. However, certain conditions may be imposed on permitted uses listed in Article 5, Supplementary Use Regulations.

(Ord. 1110 §1, 2010)

(a)

A special use is a use allowed in a zone district only by special use permit, approved by the City Council. A special use is a use which the City Council finds is essentially desirable to the community but the indiscriminate allowance of which within a district could cause traffic congestion, noise and general deleterious effects on the values, safety or health of the community. Therefore, the City Council considers each special use on an individual basis with emphasis on the conditions of the specific site and its environs, and adequate and sufficient safeguards to lessen the impact of the use.

(b)

An application for a special use permit shall be subject to those requirements designated by the Process Chart set forth in Section 20-3-30 and the Notice Chart set forth in Section 20-3-40, as well as the review procedure set forth at Section 20-3-110. The application shall be subject to those fees designated by the Fee Schedule set forth in Appendix 20-C.

(Ord. 1110 §1, 2010)

(a)

The following temporary uses of land are permitted in any zoning district (unless restricted to particular zoning districts herein), subject to the specific regulations and time limits which follow, and to the other applicable regulations of the district in which the use is permitted:

(1)

A temporary building or yard for construction materials and equipment, both incidental and necessary to construction in any zoning district, for a period not to exceed twelve (12) months.

(2)

A model home or model apartment, both incidental and necessary for the sale, rental or lease of real property in any zoning district, for a period not to exceed twelve (12) months.

(3)

A mobile home located as a field office for any construction project in any zoning district, for a period not to exceed twelve (12) months.

(4)

Christmas tree sales shall be allowed in all zoning districts, except in residential districts on lots of one (1) acre or less, for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days. Display of Christmas trees need not comply with the setback requirements of this Chapter, provided that no tree shall be displayed within thirty (30) feet of the intersection of the right-of-way line of any two (2) streets.

(5)

Sale of seasonal fruits and vegetables from roadside stands in an UA, B-1, B-2 or RE zoning district, for a period not to exceed one hundred twenty (120) days.

(6)

Sale of fireworks from roadside stands in any nonresidential zoning district, for a period not to exceed thirty (30) consecutive days prior to July 4 of each year, and provided that any permits required by law are obtained.

(7)

Auctions, flea markets, carnivals, circuses, bazaars and other amusement activities in a B-1 or B-2 zoning district, for a period not to exceed ten (10) days no more than twice in any calendar year, and provided that any permits required by law are obtained.

(8)

A parking lot designated for a special event in a B-1 or B-2 zoning district, for a period not to exceed ten (10) days.

(9)

Offsite sales and "tent sales" in a B-1 or B-2 zoning district, for a period not to exceed seventy-two (72) hours.

(10)

Garage sales are allowed without a temporary use permit in any residential district, provided that there are not more than two (2) such sales annually of more than two (2) days' duration each on the premises. Prior to conducting a garage sale, a garage sale permit shall be obtained from the Police Department.

(11)

Other temporary structures and uses no more than one hundred and eighty (180) days.

(b)

An extension of time for a temporary use may be approved by the Director.

(c)

Upon the cessation of a temporary use or the end of the season for which the use was established, all structures, buildings or debris associated with said temporary use shall be removed from the site.

(Ord. 1110 §1, 2010)

(a)

Accessory structures shall comply with the following limitations:

(1)

If a garage is located closer than ten (10) feet to the main building, the garage shall be regarded as a part of the main building for the purposes of determining side and rear yards.

(2)

Accessory structures shall not be located in the front yard of a principal structure.

(3)

Accessory structures may be built in a required rear yard, but such accessory building shall not occupy more than thirty percent (30%) of the area of a required rear yard and shall not be nearer than two (2) feet to any side or rear lot line; except that, when a garage is entered from an alley at right angles, it shall not be located closer than ten (10) feet to the alley line. Accessory structures on corner lots shall be set back from each street a distance not less than that required for the principal structure.

(4)

No accessory structure shall be built upon a lot until the construction of the main building has actually been commenced.

(b)

Accessory structures, such as public utility installations, mail boxes, name plates, lamp posts, bird baths and structures of a like nature, are permitted in any required front, side or rear yard without the issuance of any permit.

(c)

No accessory structure shall be used for dwelling proposes.

(d)

Accessory uses shall comply with all requirements for the principal use, except where specifically modified by this Section, and shall also comply with the following limitations:

(1)

An accessory use shall be clearly incidental, customary to and commonly associated with the operation of the permitted use.

(2)

An accessory use shall be operated and maintained under the same ownership as the permitted use.

(3)

An accessory use shall include only those structures or structural features consistent with the permitted use, subject to additional provisions for individual accessory uses specified within this Section.

(e)

The renting of rooms may be permitted in all residential districts as an accessory use provided the total number of unrelated persons, including roomers, in any one (1) dwelling unit shall not exceed three (3) persons.

(f)

A greenhouse may be maintained in a residential district as an accessory use only if there are no sales from the premises.

(g)

A swimming pool may be permitted in any zoning district as an accessory use subject to the following additional requirements:

(1)

No swimming pool shall be located in any required front or side yard abutting a street, and no closer than ten (10) feet from any dwelling or property line.

(2)

The surface area of the pool structure, excluding decking, may not exceed ten percent (10%) of the area of the rear yard.

(3)

Every swimming pool shall be equipped with a power safety pool cover, or be completely surrounded by a fence or wall not closer than six (6) feet to the edge of the pool structure (excluding decking) at any point and not less than forty-two (42) inches in height with no openings large enough to permit children to pass through, other than gates or doors that can be fastened to prevent entry. A principal or accessory building may be used as part of such required enclosure.

(4)

All gates or doors through such enclosures must be equipped with self-closing and self-latching device for keeping the gate or door securely closed at all times when not in actual use.

(Ord. 1110 §1, 2010; Ord. 1116 §1, 2011)

(a)

Existing Nonconformance. Certain lots, uses of land and structures may be found to be in existence on the effective date of this Chapter which do not meet the requirements of this Chapter but which were either conforming or legally nonconforming uses or buildings under prior ordinances. It is the intent of this Section to allow the continuance of such nonconformities as legal nonconforming lots, uses or structures upon the terms and conditions set forth hereafter.

(b)

Lots. Nonconforming lots on record as of December 7, 2010, (the effective date of this Chapter) may be built upon if all other relevant district requirements are met and the approval of the Board of Adjustment is obtained. No lot shall be reduced in area or ownership of the land or any building thereon divided so that a nonconforming use or building is created.

(c)

Uses.

(1)

A nonconforming use may be extended throughout any part of a building which was legally constructed or designed for such activity prior to the enactment of this Chapter.

(2)

Any structural alteration that would reduce the degree of nonconformance or change the use to a conforming use is allowed.

(3)

Where a conforming building or facility devoted to a nonconforming use is damaged to the extent of seventy-five percent (75%) or less of the cost of repairing the entire structure or facility, it may be repaired; provided, however that any such repair is commenced within twelve (12) months and is completed within eighteen (18) months from the date of partial destruction. Failure to commence or complete repair within the time frames required by this Paragraph shall constitute a forfeiture of the right to use or occupy the structure as a nonconforming use.

(4)

The provisions of Paragraph (c)(3) shall not apply to nonconforming residential uses in the B-1, B-2 and Industrial zoning districts. Such uses may be repaired irrespective of the extent of damage if such repair is commenced within twelve (12) months and is completed within eighteen (18) months from the date of damage.

(5)

Whenever a nonconforming use has been discontinued for a period of six (6) consecutive months or more, it shall not thereafter be reestablished, and any future use shall be in conformance with the provisions of this Chapter.

(6)

No nonconforming use of a building or lot may be changed to another nonconforming use. A nonconforming use of a building or lot may be changed to a conforming use.

(7)

Nothing herein shall require any change in plans, construction or designated use of a building or structure for which approval of the City Council has been obtained prior to December 7, 2010 (the effective date of this Chapter), and construction of which shall have commenced within three (3) months following the date of such approval and completed within twelve (12) months of the date of such approval. Failure to commence or complete construction within the time frames required by this Paragraph shall constitute a forfeiture of the right to construct such building or structure, or designate its use, as legally nonconforming.

(d)

Structures.

(1)

A nonconforming building to be extended or enlarged shall conform with the provisions of this Chapter.

(2)

A nonconforming building may be renovated or remodeled, provided that no exterior dimensions are altered.

(3)

Subject to the repair provisions of Paragraph (4) below, maintenance repairs that are needed to maintain the good condition of a building shall be allowed; provided, however that if a building has been officially condemned, it may not be restored.

(4)

If a nonconforming building is damaged such that the cost of repair exceeds seventy-five percent (75%) of the cost of replacing the entire structure, it shall be restored only in compliance with the requirements of this Chapter. Where the cost of repair is seventy-five percent (75%) or less of the cost of replacing the entire structure, it may be repaired to its former nonconforming state; provided, however, that any such repair is commenced within twelve (12) months and is completed within eighteen (18) months from the date of damage. Failure to commence or complete such repair or restoration within the time frames required by this Paragraph shall constitute a forfeiture of the structure's legally nonconforming status.

(5)

Nothing herein shall require any change in plans or construction of a building or structure for which approval of the City Council has been obtained prior to December 7, 2010 (the effective date of this Chapter), and construction of which shall have commenced within three (3) months following the date of such approval and completed within twelve (12) months of the date of such approval. Failure to commence or complete construction within the time frames required by this Paragraph shall constitute a forfeiture of the right to construct such building or structure as legally nonconforming.

(Ord. 1110 §1, 2010)

The Director shall have the authority to determine whether a particular use falls within the use categories provided by the District Use Table set forth in Section 20-4-90. Any use that does not fall within any of the use categories provided by the table is neither permitted by right nor by approval as a special use. Any person aggrieved by a decision of the Director pursuant to this Section may appeal that decision to the Board of Adjustment in accordance with Section 20-3-140.

(Ord. 1110 §1, 2010)

Table 4-1 lists all permitted and special uses by zoning district. Temporary uses and accessory uses are listed in Section 20-4-50 and 20-4-60, respectively.

TABLE 4-1
Zoning District Uses

(Ord. 1110 §1, 2010; Ord. 1197 §1, 2017; Ord. 1214 §1, 2018; Ord. 1237 §3, 2019; Ord. 1240 §2, 2019; Ord. No. 1257, §4, 2021; Ord. 1276 §3, 2023; Ord. 1308 § 4, 2025; Ord. 1311, §3, 2025)

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(a)

Purpose. It is the intent and purpose of this Section to ensure the quality of development in the zoning overlay districts by establishing regulations, design criteria and standards that will allow the City to review and direct the development and redevelopment of properties within the zoning overlay districts. Zoning overlay districts shall be designated on the City's Zoning Map. The provisions of this Section shall be applied in addition to any other applicable regulations of this Chapter.

(b)

Central Business Zoning Overlay District.

(1)

Purpose. The purpose of the Central Business Zoning Overlay District is to establish standards to preserve and protect the downtown area as a viable commercial district, and to ensure that future development be designed and planned in a manner compatible with those goals.

(2)

Applicability. The standards of the Central Business Zoning Overlay District shall apply to all development on parcels within the Central Business Zoning Overlay District.

(3)

Areas. The boundaries of the Central Business Zoning Overlay District are shown on the Official Zoning Map.

(4)

Standards. The standards listed below shall apply to development in the Central Business Zoning Overlay District. These standards shall be in addition to those of the underlying zone district in which the property is located and in addition to the other applicable standards of this Chapter.

1.

Residential uses.

a.

New residential uses shall not be permitted abutting the Main Street frontage on the ground floor level.

b.

New residential uses in any other portion or floor of the building are allowed only by special use permit.

2.

Special use permit.

a.

The following uses are allowed only by special use permit:

i.

Small family childcare homes.

ii.

Home occupations.

iii.

Hotels or motels.

iv.

Churches.

3.

The special use permit application fee shall be waived for any property in the approved overlay area.

(c)

CentrePointe Plaza Zoning Overlay District.

(1)

Purpose. The purpose of the CentrePointe Plaza Zoning Overlay District is to establish standards to enhance the area for viable commercial activity and to attract and maintain sustainable mixed use and residential development, and to ensure that future development be designed and planned in a manner compatible with those goals.

(2)

Applicability. The standards of the CentrePointe Plaza Zoning Overlay District shall apply to all development on parcels within the CentrePointe Plaza Zoning Overlay District.

(3)

Areas. The boundaries of the CentrePointe Plaza Zoning Overlay District are shown on the Official Zoning Map.

(4)

The standards of the CentrePointe Plaza Zoning Overlay District shall be reviewed for approval by the Public Works Director.

(5)

Alternate Development Plans. Development plans which deviate from the standards of the CentrePointe Plaza Zoning Overlay District shall be submitted on a form approved by the Public Works Director, who shall review the application for completeness and shall forward the application to the Planning Commission for consideration at a noticed public hearing within forty-five (45) days after the date of application. The Planning Commission shall consider the application at the public hearing, and shall either approve the application, approve the application with reasonable conditions unrelated to sign content or viewpoint, or deny the application after applying the approval criteria set forth below:

1.

The alternate development plan results in a substantially improved, comprehensive and unified proposal compared to what is allowed through strict compliance with the standards in this Section.

2.

The alternate development plan establishes or continues an integrated architectural and cohesive theme for the development, all elements are integrated into or complementary to the design and materials of the building and character of the zoning overlay district, and uses similar or coordinated design features, materials and colors.

3.

The impact of the alternative development plan has been minimized based on the following factors:

a.

The overall size of the development and the scale of the use or uses located or anticipated to be located there;

b.

The relationship between the building setback and location;

c.

The access and visibility to the site;

d.

Relationship between the site and adjacent uses; and

e.

Consistency with the objectives and design policies of the Comprehensive Plan and any applicable land use or design plans approved by the City for the area.

(6)

Standards. The standards listed below shall apply to development in the CentrePointe Plaza Zoning Overlay District. These standards shall be in addition to those of the underlying zone district in which the property is located and in addition to the other applicable standards of this Chapter and of this Code.

1.

Development shall be designed in such a manner that wherever possible it protects the environmental assets of the area, including considerations of elements such as plants and wildlife, streams and storm drainage courses and scenic vistas.

2.

Development shall include adequate, safe and convenient arrangements for pedestrian circulation, roadways, driveways, off-street parking and loading spaces.

3.

Mass and Scale. Traditional similarity in size and scale of the buildings within the area enhances the character of the street and visual continuity. The construction of a new building or additions shall be similar in mass and scale to those in the immediate area and of building adjacent to the development. The design of buildings shall look appropriate to and compatible with their surroundings.

4.

Additional Architectural Standards.

a.

Two (2) or more materials must be used for exterior materials, excluding roofing and structural materials.

b.

Exposed tilt-up concrete is prohibited, and metal shall not exceed twenty-five percent (25%) of the surface area of exterior materials, excluding roofs.

c.

Plain, monolithic structures with long, monotonous, unbroken wall and roof plane surfaces of fifty (50) feet or more shall be prohibited.

d.

Facades of attached townhomes shall be articulated to differentiate individual units.

e.

Architectural features and treatments shall not be restricted to a single facade. All sides of a building open to view by the public, whether viewed from public or private property, shall display a similar level of quality and architectural interest.

f.

All exposed HVAC units and utility boxes must be designed to blend in with the building and/or landscaping.

g.

Detached garages and carports shall be compatible with the principal building architecture, incorporating similar forms, scale, materials, colors and details.

5.

Building Orientation. Building setbacks from local and collector streets and parking areas should be minimized in order to establish a visually continuous, pedestrian-oriented layout. If a minimized setback is not maintained, the larger setback area shall have landscaping, low walls or fencing, a tree canopy and/or other site improvements along the sidewalk designed for pedestrian interest, scale and comfort.

6.

Off-Street Parking.

a.

All parking areas shall provide a surface consisting of brick pavers, concrete, asphalt, crushed asphalt or crushed rock not more than three-quarters (¾) inch in diameter and a minimum of three (3) inches in depth bordered by a driveway or sidewalk or other provision for containment of such crushed asphalt or crushed rock, properly drained and maintained in a dust-free and weed-free condition.

b.

Safe pedestrian connections shall be provided within interior parking to connect to the front of commercial and mixed use buildings and streets.

c.

Off-street parking facilities shall be utilized solely for the parking of operable passenger automobiles or trucks of not more than one-and-one-half-ton capacity, by patrons, occupants, residents or employees of specified uses within the zoning overlay district.

d.

Prohibited uses of required spaces shall be as follows:

i.

Storage. The storage of inoperable vehicles or materials.

ii.

Delivery Vehicles. The parking of delivery vehicles for the business.

iii.

Vehicles for Sale. The display of vehicles for sale in commercial or industrial parking areas, except for the casual display of vehicles by owners who are employees or customers using the premises.

iv.

Repair Work. Repair work that renders a vehicle inoperable for periods of more than twenty-four (24) hours in a parking area required for a commercial use.

v.

Snow Storage. Parking lot snow storage shall not be provided by using required spaces

7.

Sidewalks.

a.

A sidewalk of at least five (5) feet wide, with a thickness of at least four (4) inches of concrete, shall be installed along both sides of all local streets. Sidewalks along local streets shall be separated by a distance of at least five (5) feet from the curb or street pavement edge. Street sidewalk systems shall connect to open space walks, trails and adjacent walks in appropriate places.

b.

All sidewalks must meet current ADA requirements.

8.

Vision Clearance Area. All intersections and curb cuts shall be maintained free from any kind of obstruction, including tall trees, fences and walls. The vision clearance area shall be between a height of thirty-six (36) inches and ten (10) feet above the centerline grades of the intersecting street, for a distance of thirty (30) feet from the point of intersection.

9.

Pedestrian Access and Circulation. Walkways should connect directly to the sidewalks from various locations within the development and provide direct connection to building entrances. Commercial sites should provide pedestrian connection between the parking lot and the building. Walkways should also be located adjacent to the main vehicular entry drive, and to each building that front the primary street or parking area.

10.

Landscaping Standards.

a.

Significant vegetation, including dominant or mature trees and shrubs, shall be retained where possible. Trees or shrubs shall be selected from indigenous species native to the region. Provisions shall be made to provide adequate hydration, maintenance and appropriate soil for all trees, shrubs and vegetation to ensure successful growth. Xeriscape landscaping may be used in addition to the specific requirements in this subsection.

b.

There shall be an average of one (1) tree planted per five hundred (500) square feet of the property's usable commercial, retail, office or mixed use space. Where applicable, these trees should be along the property's frontage adjacent to the road, and may be clustered.

c.

There shall be an average of ten (10) square feet of landscaping per five hundred (500) square feet of the property's usable commercial, retail, office or mixed use space.

d.

Parking Area. Shade trees shall be planted every twenty (20) parking spaces.

e.

Fire Hydrants and Utilities. Landscaping shall be located so as not to obstruct fire hydrants or utility boxes or structures and so it will not grow into any overhead utility lines or structures.

f.

Buffer Strip. A landscaped buffer strip composed of trees, shrubs, berms, hedges and/or planters shall be provided between the parking area and any adjoining public streets or rights-of-way. This strip shall be of sufficient width to contain plant materials and shall count towards the applicable landscaping standards.

11.

Screening.

a.

Screening shall be provided for all storage areas, trash receptacles, equipment or materials of two (2) cubic yards in volume or greater, and shall consist of landscaping or a structural visual barrier which matches or coordinates with the design or color of the principal structure, such as a fence, wall, container trees or large shrubs, to block the view of the receptacle and to keep trash, equipment, material and storage contained. One (1) side of the screening shall be designed for easy access for trash removal or storage/equipment access. Any landscaping so provided shall count toward the applicable landscaping standards.

b.

All air-conditioning units, HVAC systems, rooftop mechanical units, exhaust pipes or stacks, elevator housing and satellite dishes, other telecommunications receiving devices and any other apparatus placed on a building shall be substantially screened or otherwise disguised from view from the public right-of-way and from adjacent properties by using walls, fencing, roof elements and landscaping.

12.

Fencing. Fencing should only be used as necessary, and only for side and rear property boundaries. Fencing at the rear and side of the lot should be made to block views into the service area. Chain-link fence should not be used for these areas. Recommended fencing materials would include timber, concrete block, powder coated or painted metal panels. Earth berms with landscape could be used as an alternative as long as it allows for the same level of screening as fencing as the time of installation.

13.

Lighting Standards.

a.

After Hours. Except for residential lights, subdivision lighting and security lighting, all lighting shall be turned off between 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Exceptions shall be granted to those businesses which operate during these hours; such lighting may remain illuminated only while the establishment is actually open for business.

b.

Canopy Lighting. Lighting fixtures mounted under canopies used for vehicular shelter shall be aimed downward and installed such that the bottom of the light fixture or its lens, whichever is lower, is recessed or mounted flush with the bottom surface of the canopy. All light emitted by an under-canopy fixture shall be substantially confined to the ground surface directly beneath the perimeter of the canopy.

c.

Parking Lot Lighting. Parking lot lighting shall not exceed light levels necessary for safety and locating vehicles at night. The lighting shall be designed so that the parking lot is lit from the outside perimeter inward, and/or incorporate design features with the intent of reducing off-site light pollution.

d.

Exemptions.

i.

Seasonal lighting for holidays, which may use bare, low-watt bulbs (equivalent of a ten-watt incandescent bulb or less).

ii.

Sport and athletic field lighting.

(Ord. 1238 §2, 2019; Ord. 1241 §2, 2020)