The commercial zoning districts established by this chapter are designed to promote the following specific purposes:

A.

To protect the property values of land and buildings, to promote the most desirable use of land and building development, to promote stable commercial development, to strengthen the economic base of the metropolitan area, and to protect the character of the commercial zoning districts and their suitability for particular land uses.

B.

To provide sufficient and appropriate land areas at appropriate locations, to meet the city's current and anticipated future needs for commercial developments within central shopping districts, regional, community and neighborhood shopping centers, as well as all other types of commercial and miscellaneous service facilities.

C.

To provide off-street parking and loading facilities for commercial areas; to encourage commercial establishments to concentrate in planned developments to the mutual advantage of both consumers and merchants, to encourage or require common entrances and exits to businesses thereby limiting the number of curb cuts and promoting shared parking facilities.

D.

To protect both commercial developments and nearby residences against congestion by regulating the intensity of commercial developments by restricting those types of establishments which generate heavy traffic.

E.

Commercial developments shall conform to design guidelines of article 27-600 et seq.

(Code 1992, § 27-420)

Seven commercial zones are established by this chapter. Their designations are as follows:

A.

Neighborhood compatible (C-1);

B.

Commercial light (C-2);

C.

Commercial moderate (C-3);

D.

Commercial regional (C-4);

E.

Commercial/employment mixed use (CEMU);

F.

Commercial regional (C-5); and

G.

Commercial downtown (C-6).

(Code 1992, § 27-421; Ord. No. 16-12, § 2, 2-21-2012)

A.

Purpose. To provide small-scale areas for limited office, professional service, and local retail businesses designed in scale with surrounding residential land uses. The C-1 zoning district encourages the incorporation of compatible neighborhood commercial uses in close proximity to residential uses for easy and convenient accessibility and the promotion of pedestrian-oriented development. C-1 zoning is appropriate in the commercial neighborhood, general commercial, mixed use residential, and mixed use employment classification of the master land use plan.

B.

Land uses. Permitted, conditional and accessory land uses in the neighborhood compatible (C-1) zoning district are identified on the land use matrix in article 27-400, Appendix A. Specific land uses not identified on the list are subject to classification pursuant to section 27-336.

C.

Area and bulk regulations.

1.

Building separation shall be determined by the current city building and fire code.

2.

Minimum parcel/lot size for rezoning to C-1.

a.

New district (by classification): minimum 7,000 square feet to a maximum of two acres.

b.

Existing district (by extension): minimum 7,000 square feet to a maximum of 21,000 square feet.

3.

Maximum building total for development: 30,000 square feet; Maximum individual building or unit in multi-unit structure: 5,000 square feet.

4.

Required street access: residential collector or higher.

D.

District standards.

1.

All areas unoccupied by buildings, parking lots or used as traffic ways shall be maintained in a safe and orderly condition.

2.

No display of merchandise shall be permitted on public sidewalks or rights-of-way.

3.

Special sales merchandise may be temporarily displayed outdoors, but not to exceed a period for more than 14 days or no more than two occasions per year (total of 28 days per year) provided:

a.

The display shall be limited to the private walk in front of the store.

b.

No required parking area shall be used as a display or sales area.

(Code 1992, § 27-422; Ord. No. 47-10, § 2, 10-5-2010; Ord. No. 16-12, § 2, 2-21-2012; Ord. No. 117-22, § 1, 12-1-2022)

A.

Purpose. To provide office, service, and retail activities that are located within buffer areas near the edge of residential areas but which serve an area larger than adjacent neighborhoods. The C-2 zoning district is intended to accommodate well designed development sites and shall provide excellent transportation access, make the most efficient use of existing infrastructure, and provide for orderly buffers and transitions between commercial and residential land uses. C-2 zoning is appropriate in the commercial neighborhood, general commercial, mixed use residential, and mixed use employment classification of the master land use plan.

B.

Land uses. Permitted, conditional and accessory land uses in the C-2 zoning district are identified on the land use matrix in article 27-400, Appendix A. Specific land uses not identified on the list are subject to classification pursuant to section 27-336.

C.

Area and bulk regulations.

1.

Building separation shall be determined by the current city building and fire code.

2.

Minimum parcel/lot size for rezoning to C-2.

a.

New district (by classification): 42,000 square feet.

b.

Existing district (by extension): 7,000 square feet (one lot).

3.

Maximum individual building square footage on a single lot: 30,000 square feet.

4.

Required street access: major collector or higher.

D.

Reserved.

E.

District standards.

1.

All areas unoccupied by buildings, parking lots or used as traffic ways shall be maintained in a safe and orderly condition.

2.

No display of merchandise shall be permitted on public sidewalks or rights-of-way.

3.

Special sales merchandise may be temporarily displayed outdoors, but not to exceed a period for more than 14 days or no more than two occasions per year (total of 28 days per year) provided:

a.

The display shall be limited to the private walk in front of the store.

b.

No required parking area shall be used as a display or sales area.

(Code 1992, § 27-423; Ord. No. 47-10, § 2, 10-5-2010; Ord. No. 16-12, § 2, 2-21-2012; Ord. No. 3-14, § 1(att.), 1-7-2014; altered in 2019 recodification; Ord. No. 117-22, § 1, 12-1-2022)

A.

Purpose. To provide for general commercial activities, offices, and services for the community. The C-3 zoning district promotes a broad range of commercial activities, operations, and services that are dispersed throughout the city and designed at a smaller scale than a regional center. The C-3 zoning district is appropriate in the general commercial, mixed use residential, and mixed use employment classification of the master land use plan.

B.

Land uses. Permitted, conditional and accessory land uses in the C-3 zoning district are identified on the land use matrix in article 27-400, Appendix A. Specific land uses not identified on the list are subject to classification pursuant to section 27-336.

C.

Area and bulk regulations.

1.

Building separation shall be determined by the current city building and fire code.

2.

Minimum parcel/lot size for rezoning to C-3: two acres.

3.

Maximum individual building square footage on a single lot: 60,000 square feet.

4.

Required street access: major collector or higher.

D.

District standards.

1.

Vehicle servicing and equipment assembly as part of a sales operation shall be conducted within an enclosed building unless adequate visual screening from the public and adjoining properties is provided.

2.

All areas unoccupied by buildings, parking lots or used as traffic ways shall be maintained in a safe and orderly condition.

3.

No display of merchandise shall be permitted on public sidewalks or rights-of-way.

4.

Special sales merchandise may be temporarily displayed outdoor, but not to exceed a period for more than 14 days or no more than two occasions per year (total of 28 days per year) provided:

a.

The display shall be limited to the private walk in front of the store.

b.

No required parking area shall be used as a display or sales area.

5.

There shall be no open display in the first 20 feet of the required front yard setback.

(Code 1992, § 27-424; Ord. No. 16-12, § 2, 2-21-2012)

A.

Purpose. To provide for the development of large shopping centers, mixed use developments, entertainment venues, and other appropriate land uses that serve the broad retail, commercial, and entertainment needs of the metropolitan area. The C-4 zoning district is appropriate in the regional center, general commercial, mixed use residential, and mixed use employment classification of the master land use plan.

B.

Land uses. Permitted, conditional and accessory uses in the C-4 zoning district are identified on the land use matrix in article 27-400, Appendix A. Specific land uses not identified on the list are subject to classification pursuant to section 27-336.

C.

Area and bulk regulations.

1.

Building separation shall be determined by the current city building and fire code.

2.

Minimum parcel/lot size for rezoning to C-4:

a.

New district (by classification): ten acres.

b.

Existing district (by extension): three acres.

3.

Maximum individual building square footage: N/A.

4.

Required street access: major arterial or higher.

D.

District standards.

1.

Vehicle servicing and equipment assembly as part of a sales operation shall be conducted within an enclosed building unless adequate visual screening from the public and adjoining properties is provided.

2.

All areas unoccupied by buildings, parking lots or used as traffic ways shall be maintained in a safe and orderly condition.

3.

No display of merchandise shall be permitted on public sidewalks or rights-of-way.

4.

Special sales merchandise may be temporarily displayed outdoor, but not to exceed a period for more than 14 days or no more than two occasions per year (total of 28 days per year) provided:

a.

The display shall be limited to the private walk in front of the store.

b.

No required parking area shall be used as a display or sales area.

5.

There shall be no open display in the first 20 feet of the required front yard setback.

(Code 1992, § 27-425; Ord. No. 16-12, § 2, 2-21-2012)

A.

Purpose. To provide adequate locations for retail uses and services that generate moderate to heavy automobile traffic. The C-5 zoning district is designed to facilitate convenient access, minimize traffic congestion, and reduce visual clutter. The C-5 zoning district is appropriate in the general commercial, office, research, and light industrial, mixed use residential, and mixed use employment classification of the master land use plan.

B.

Land uses. Permitted, conditional and accessory uses in the C-5 zoning district are identified on the land use matrix in article 27-400, Appendix A. Specific land uses not identified on the list are subject to classification pursuant to section 27-336.

C.

Area and bulk regulations.

1.

Building separation shall be determined by the current city building and fire code.

2.

Minimum parcel/lot size for rezoning to C-5:

a.

New district (by classification): two acres.

b.

Existing district (by extension): 14,000 square feet (one lot).

3.

Maximum individual building square footage: N/A.

4.

Required street access: minor arterial or higher.

D.

District standards.

1.

Vehicle servicing and equipment assembly as part of a sales operation shall be conducted within an enclosed building unless adequate visual screening from the public and adjoining properties.

2.

All areas unoccupied by buildings, parking lots or used as traffic ways shall be maintained in a safe and orderly condition.

3.

No display of merchandise shall be permitted on public sidewalks or rights-of-way.

4.

Special sales merchandise may be temporarily displayed outdoor, but not to exceed a period for more than 14 days or no more than two occasions per year (total of 28 days per year) provided:

a.

The display shall be limited to the private walk in front of the store.

b.

No required parking area shall be used as a display or sales area.

5.

There shall be no open display in the first 20 feet of the required front yard setback.

(Code 1992, § 27-426; Ord. No. 16-12, § 2, 2-21-2012)

A.

Purpose. To provide for the orderly development of the original downtown area of the city and the areas immediately adjacent to it. The commercial downtown (C-6) zoning district establishes guidelines and controls that allow for retail and residential development which is compatible with existing and expanding governmental, financial, professional, cultural, historic, and entertainment facilities. Commercial, governmental, and professional uses that serve the metropolitan area are allowed in this zone.

B.

Land uses. Permitted, conditional and accessory land uses in the C-6 district are identified on the land use matrix in article 27-400, Appendix A. Specific land uses not identified on the list are subject to classification pursuant to section 27-336.

C.

Area and bulk regulations.

1.

Multifamily density: N/A.

2.

Minimum parcel/lot size for rezoning to C-6:

a.

There shall be no new C-6 zones created by classification.

b.

Existing district (by extension): 42,000 square feet (one lot).

D.

District standards.

1.

New billboards are not permitted in the C-6 zoning district.

2.

Development in the C-6 zoning district may also be governed by the CBID design guidelines, which is a separate process from the planning and zoning department's approval.

3.

No minimum parking is required in this zone. If off-street parking is provided, such parking shall conform to section 27-601-12.

(Code 1992, § 27-427; Ord. No. 47-10, § 2, 10-5-2010; Ord. No. 50-14, § 1(att.), 9-2-2014)