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Freeport City Zoning Code

155.400 LAND

USE REGULATIONS

§ 155.401 LAND USE TABLE

  • (A)
    Generally. The table in this Section describes which land uses are prohibited, permitted, a limited use, a specific use, or temporary uses within the zoning districts identified in Table 155.301-1, Zoning Districts Established.
  • (B)
    Using the Permitted Uses by District Table. Table 155.401-1, Permitted Uses by District, lists the applicable land uses in rows, organized by use type. The districts are arranged in columns. Where rows and columns intersect, a letter indicates if the use is permitted, limited, temporary, or prohibited in the district.
  • (C)
    Symbols. The tables in this Section use the following symbols:
    1. (1)
      "P" means that the land use is Permitted by Right, subject to the standards that apply to all permitted uses. The use is approved by the Administrator.
    2. (2)
      "L" means that the land use is a limited use that is permitted in the same manner as a permitted use,  but is also subject to §155.203, Limited Use Standards
    3. (3)
      "S" means that the use is allowed as a Specific Use subject to approval as described in §155.1107, Specific Use Permit.
    4. (4)
      "TP" means that the use is allowed as a Permitted Temporary Use that is permitted in the same manner as a permitted use, but is also subject to §155.404, Temporary Use Standards.
    5. (5)
      "TS" means that the use is allowed as a Temporary Specific Use, that is subject to the applicable standards in §155.404Temporary Use Standards and approval of a Specific Use Permit in accordance with §155.1107, Specific Use Permit.
    6. (6)
      "--" means that the use is a prohibited use in the specified Zoning district.
  • (D)
    Standards. The "Standards" column provides a reference to associated standards for uses permitted with limitations. Where "N/A" is in the column, there is no associated standard because the use is permitted by right.
  • (E)
    Parking.
    1. (1)
      Amount Required. The "Parking" column provides the amount of parking required for each use. 
    2. (2)
      Interpretation of Off-Street Parking Requirements. Table 155.401-2, Interpretation of Off-Street Parking Requirements, illustrates how to calculate required parking for each use listed in Table 155.401-1, Permitted Uses by District
    3. (3)
      Exempt. Uses located in the Downtown zoning district are exempt from parking requirements. 
  • Table 155.401-1,

     Permitted Uses by District

    Use Category

    Land Use1ResidentialMixed-Use and Non-ResidentialUse-Specific Standards2

    Parking3

    (155.600)

    R1

    R2

    MH

    W-R

    MF

    DTC-1 C-2C-3W-1IN
    Agriculture 
    Agriculture and Animal ServicesKennel--------------PPPP--1/200
    Nursery or Greenhouse------------PPPPP--1/200
    Veterinary Clinic or Veterinary Hospital--------------PPPP--1/200
    Other Agriculture and Animal Services --------------PP--P--1/400
    Residential 
    Household LivingAccessory Dwelling UnitLLLL----------------1/unit
    Single-Family DetachedPPPP---------------- 
    DuplexPPPP----------------1/unit
    Townhouse--P----P--------------1/ unit
    Cottage--P----P--------------1/unit
    Dwelling, Multi-Family (three or more families)--------P--------------1.5/unit
    Manufactured Housing--L------------------§155.4021/unit
    Downtown Loft----------L----------§155.402none
    Commercial Uses of the HomeHome OccupationLLLLL------------§155.402none
    Short-Term RentalLL--L--L----------§155.4021/unit
    Group LivingAssisted Living or Skilled Nursing Facility--------S----P------§155.11071/3 beds
    Public and Institutional 
    CivicBus Station or Terminal----------PPPP--P--none
    Cemetery, Columbarium, Mausoleum, or Memorial Park-- --------PPP--P--none
    College or Vocational School------

    --

    --PPPP--P--1/400
    Day Care FacilitySS--S----PP--------

    1/10 enrolled persons pulse 1/ employee on largest shift

    Government/Non-Profit Parking Lot or Maintenance Area----------------P--P--none
    Government Services (Administrative, Education, Postal, Safety)----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Heliport----------------S--S§155.11071/1.5 emp
    Park, Playground, and Common Open SpacePPPPPPPP--P----1/2 acres; Minimum 10 spaces
    Public Assembly FacilitySSSSSSSSSSS§155.1107

    1/350  or 1/4 seats in assembly area, whichever is greater

    School, Elementary, Middle, or HighSS--S----PP--------

    Elementary and Middle School - 1/10 students plus 1/ employee pm largest shift

    High School - 1/4 students plus 1/employee on largest shift

    Swimming Pool (Public)------------PP--P----1/200
    Other Civic Uses ----------PPPPPP--none
    Medical FacilitiesChiropractor or Medical Clinic or Office----------PPP--P----1/200
    Hospital----------PPPP--P--

    1.5/bed plus 1/500 sq ft emergency room and outpatient area

    Other Medical Facilities  ----------PPPPSP--1/250
    Social ServiceCorrectional Facility----------------S--S§155.1107none
    Other Social Service Uses------------SSS--S§155.1107none
    UtilitiesUtilities, Minor ------------PPPPP--none
    Utilities, Major----------------P--P--1/ on-site employee or visitor
    Commercial and Office 
    Entertainment, IndoorBar or Tavern----------PPPPPP--1/100
    Body Art Service------------PP------ 2/station
    Bowling Center--------------P--S----3/lane
    BrewpubMicrobrewery, or Microdistillery----------PPP--P----1/100
    Other Indoor Entertainment Uses ----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Entertainment, Outdoor Athletic Field, Commercial--------------PPSP--1/3 seats

    Golf Course, commercial and noncommercial

    ----------  P--P----1/500
    Other Outdoor Entertainment Uses    --PPPPPP--none
    OfficeBank or Credit Union (with or without drive-through)----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Currency Exchange (Check Cashing) or Payday Loan Business----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Other Office Uses ----------PPP--P----1/400
    Overnight AccommodationsCampground with Overnight Accommodations--------------PPPP--2/ park site
    Hotel or Motel----------PPPPPP--

    Hotel: 1/2 units

    Motel: 1/unit

    Recreational Vehicle Park------------LLLLL§155.4021/RV Space
    Rooming/Boarding House--------PPPPPPP--1/unit
    RestaurantRestaurant, Dine-In----------PPPPPP--1/100
    Restaurant, Drive-In or Drive-Through--------------PPPP--1/100
    Retail Repair, Sales, and ServiceFood or Grocery Store------------PPPPP--1/200
    Package Liquor--------------SSSS§155.11071/400
    Pawnshop----------PPPPPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 1171/200
    All Sales-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Other Repair-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Funeral Home or Mortuary Services------------SS------§155.11071/300
    All Service-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Self-Service StorageBoat or Recreational Vehicle Outdoor Storage----------------PPP--1 / 350 sq ft office area plus 1 per 2,500 sq ft outdoor storage
    Mini-Warehouse----------------P--P--1 /350 sq ft office area plus 1/ 20 storage stalls
    Adult-Oriented BusinessesAdult-Oriented Businesses----------------P----Code of Ordinances Chapter 123

    1/300 

    Vehicle Sales and ServiceAutomobile Wash----------PPPP--P--10/wash lane
    Automobile Accessory and Supply Store----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Automobile Parking Lot or Garage---------- PPPPP--none
    Fuel Sales (Retail)----------PPPPPP--none
    Vehicle Sales, Rental, and Leasing (including motorcycles)----------PPPPSP--

    1/400

    Vehicle Body Repair--------------PP--P--1/400
    Vehicle Repair, Heavy--------------------P--1/400
    Vehicle Repair, Light------------PPPPP--1/400
    Other Vehicle Sales and Service Uses--------------------P--1/400

    Waterfront

     

     

     

    Bait Store--------------PPPP--1/200
    Barge and Boat Manufacture and Repair----------------P--P--1/400
    Boat, Fishing Charter----------------PPP--1.5/passengers
    Boat Launching----------------SSS

    §155.1107

    Code of

    Ordinances Chapter 95

    none
    Boat Rental, Leasing and Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Boat and Marine Related Parts, Retail and Wholesale Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Boat Repair----------------PPP--1/400
    Docking and Service Facilities For Commercial Vessels----------------PPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 952/60 linear ft dock space
    Docking and Service Facilities for  Recreational and Pleasure Boats----------------PPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 951/200
    Marine Fueling for Barges and Vessels-------------- SSS§155.1107none
    Marine Net Manufacturing, Repair, and Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Marine Service Station for Recreational and Pleasure Boats-------------- PPP--none
    Oil Field Supplies, Storage, Transportation, and Handling-------------- PSPCode of Ordinances Chapter 1121/1000
    Seafood Handling, Shipping, and Sales----------------PSP--1/400
    Industrial
    Heavy Industrial

    Other Heavy Industrial Uses

    ----------------S--S§155.11071/1.5 employee
    Light IndustrialBuilding or Development Contractor----------------P--P--1/400
    Repair of Scientific or Professional Instruments----------------P--P--1/400
    Research, Testing, and Development Laboratory--------------PPPP--1/400
    Other Light Industrial Uses----------P--PPPP--

    1/1000

    1/400

    1/1.5 emp

    Warehousing and Freight MovementBulk Storage--------------PP--P--

    1/1000

    Lumberyard--------------PPPP 1/400
    Motor Freight or Truck Terminal--------------S--S----S----

    1/400

    1/1000

    Other Warehousing and Freight Movement Uses--------------PPPP--1/1000
    Waste Related ServiceSalvage Yard--------------------L§155.4021 / 10,000 of storage yard
    Other Waste Related Service Uses--------------------S§155.1107 1 per 2,500 sq ft
    Wholesale TradeAll Wholesale Trade --------------PPPP--1/400
    Temporary Uses
    Public and Commercial Events
    Public and Commercial Events
    Farmers' Market----------TPTPTP------§155.404none
    Special EventTPTP--TPTPTPTPTP----TP
    Seasonal Sales----------TPTPTP------
    Sidewalk Sales----------TPTPTP------
    Construction, Storage, and Refuse Connection FacilitiesAsphalt/Concrete Batching Plant----------------TS--TS

    §155.404

    §155.1107

    1 per 2,500 sq ft
    Construction Building/Site OfficeTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTP§155.404none
    Construction DumpsterTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPnone
    Construction Yard----------------TP--TPnone
    Model Homes and On-Site Real Estate OfficesTPTPTPTPTP------------none
    Portable Storage UnitTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPnone

    TABLE NOTES:
    All land uses are defined in §155.201Definitions.

    2All uses are subject to all applicable provisions of this Chapter including §155.600, Parking and Loading, and §155.700, Landscaping and Bufferyards.

    3 Parking ratios are not applicable for uses in the Downtown zoning district.

    Table 155.401-1,

     Permitted Uses by District

    Use Category

    Land Use1ResidentialMixed-Use and Non-ResidentialUse-Specific Standards2

    Parking3

    (155.600)

    R1

    R2

    MH

    W-R

    MF

    DTC-1 C-2C-3W-1IN
    Agriculture 
    Agriculture and Animal ServicesKennel--------------PPPP--1/200
    Nursery or Greenhouse------------PPPPP--1/200
    Veterinary Clinic or Veterinary Hospital--------------PPPP--1/200
    Other Agriculture and Animal Services --------------PP--P--1/400
    Residential 
    Household LivingAccessory Dwelling UnitLLLL----------------1/unit
    Single-Family DetachedPPPP---------------- 
    DuplexPPPP----------------1/unit
    Townhouse--P----P--------------1/ unit
    Cottage--P----P--------------1/unit
    Dwelling, Multi-Family (three or more families)--------P--------------1.5/unit
    Manufactured Housing--L------------------§155.4021/unit
    Downtown Loft----------L----------§155.402none
    Commercial Uses of the HomeHome OccupationLLLLL------------§155.402none
    Short-Term RentalLL--L--L----------§155.4021/unit
    Group LivingAssisted Living or Skilled Nursing Facility--------S----P------§155.11071/3 beds
    Public and Institutional 
    CivicBus Station or Terminal----------PPPP--P--none
    Cemetery, Columbarium, Mausoleum, or Memorial Park-- --------PPP--P--none
    College or Vocational School------

    --

    --PPPP--P--1/400
    Day Care FacilitySS--S----PP--------

    1/10 enrolled persons pulse 1/ employee on largest shift

    Government/Non-Profit Parking Lot or Maintenance Area----------------P--P--none
    Government Services (Administrative, Education, Postal, Safety)----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Heliport----------------S--S§155.11071/1.5 emp
    Park, Playground, and Common Open SpacePPPPPPPP--P----1/2 acres; Minimum 10 spaces
    Public Assembly FacilitySSSSSSSSSSS§155.1107

    1/350  or 1/4 seats in assembly area, whichever is greater

    School, Elementary, Middle, or HighSS--S----PP--------

    Elementary and Middle School - 1/10 students plus 1/ employee pm largest shift

    High School - 1/4 students plus 1/employee on largest shift

    Swimming Pool (Public)------------PP--P----1/200
    Other Civic Uses ----------PPPPPP--none
    Medical FacilitiesChiropractor or Medical Clinic or Office----------PPP--P----1/200
    Hospital----------PPPP--P--

    1.5/bed plus 1/500 sq ft emergency room and outpatient area

    Other Medical Facilities  ----------PPPPSP--1/250
    Social ServiceCorrectional Facility----------------S--S§155.1107none
    Other Social Service Uses------------SSS--S§155.1107none
    UtilitiesUtilities, Minor ------------PPPPP--none
    Utilities, Major----------------P--P--1/ on-site employee or visitor
    Commercial and Office 
    Entertainment, IndoorBar or Tavern----------PPPPPP--1/100
    Body Art Service------------PP------ 2/station
    Bowling Center--------------P--S----3/lane
    BrewpubMicrobrewery, or Microdistillery----------PPP--P----1/100
    Other Indoor Entertainment Uses ----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Entertainment, Outdoor Athletic Field, Commercial--------------PPSP--1/3 seats

    Golf Course, commercial and noncommercial

    ----------  P--P----1/500
    Other Outdoor Entertainment Uses    --PPPPPP--none
    OfficeBank or Credit Union (with or without drive-through)----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Currency Exchange (Check Cashing) or Payday Loan Business----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Other Office Uses ----------PPP--P----1/400
    Overnight AccommodationsCampground with Overnight Accommodations--------------PPPP--2/ park site
    Hotel or Motel----------PPPPPP--

    Hotel: 1/2 units

    Motel: 1/unit

    Recreational Vehicle Park------------LLLLL§155.4021/RV Space
    Rooming/Boarding House--------PPPPPPP--1/unit
    RestaurantRestaurant, Dine-In----------PPPPPP--1/100
    Restaurant, Drive-In or Drive-Through--------------PPPP--1/100
    Retail Repair, Sales, and ServiceFood or Grocery Store------------PPPPP--1/200
    Package Liquor--------------SSSS§155.11071/400
    Pawnshop----------PPPPPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 1171/200
    All Sales-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Other Repair-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Funeral Home or Mortuary Services------------SS------§155.11071/300
    All Service-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Self-Service StorageBoat or Recreational Vehicle Outdoor Storage----------------PPP--1 / 350 sq ft office area plus 1 per 2,500 sq ft outdoor storage
    Mini-Warehouse----------------P--P--1 /350 sq ft office area plus 1/ 20 storage stalls
    Adult-Oriented BusinessesAdult-Oriented Businesses----------------P----Code of Ordinances Chapter 123

    1/300 

    Vehicle Sales and ServiceAutomobile Wash----------PPPP--P--10/wash lane
    Automobile Accessory and Supply Store----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Automobile Parking Lot or Garage---------- PPPPP--none
    Fuel Sales (Retail)----------PPPPPP--none
    Vehicle Sales, Rental, and Leasing (including motorcycles)----------PPPPSP--

    1/400

    Vehicle Body Repair--------------PP--P--1/400
    Vehicle Repair, Heavy--------------------P--1/400
    Vehicle Repair, Light------------PPPPP--1/400
    Other Vehicle Sales and Service Uses--------------------P--1/400

    Waterfront

     

     

     

    Bait Store--------------PPPP--1/200
    Barge and Boat Manufacture and Repair----------------P--P--1/400
    Boat, Fishing Charter----------------PPP--1.5/passengers
    Boat Launching----------------SSS

    §155.1107

    Code of

    Ordinances Chapter 95

    none
    Boat Rental, Leasing and Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Boat and Marine Related Parts, Retail and Wholesale Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Boat Repair----------------PPP--1/400
    Docking and Service Facilities For Commercial Vessels----------------PPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 952/60 linear ft dock space
    Docking and Service Facilities for  Recreational and Pleasure Boats----------------PPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 951/200
    Marine Fueling for Barges and Vessels-------------- SSS§155.1107none
    Marine Net Manufacturing, Repair, and Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Marine Service Station for Recreational and Pleasure Boats-------------- PPP--none
    Oil Field Supplies, Storage, Transportation, and Handling-------------- PSPCode of Ordinances Chapter 1121/1000
    Seafood Handling, Shipping, and Sales----------------PSP--1/400
    Industrial
    Heavy Industrial

    Other Heavy Industrial Uses

    ----------------S--S§155.11071/1.5 employee
    Light IndustrialBuilding or Development Contractor----------------P--P--1/400
    Repair of Scientific or Professional Instruments----------------P--P--1/400
    Research, Testing, and Development Laboratory--------------PPPP--1/400
    Other Light Industrial Uses----------P--PPPP--

    1/1000

    1/400

    1/1.5 emp

    Warehousing and Freight MovementBulk Storage--------------PP--P--

    1/1000

    Lumberyard--------------PPPP 1/400
    Motor Freight or Truck Terminal--------------S--S----S----

    1/400

    1/1000

    Other Warehousing and Freight Movement Uses--------------PPPP--1/1000
    Waste Related ServiceSalvage Yard--------------------L§155.4021 / 10,000 of storage yard
    Other Waste Related Service Uses--------------------S§155.1107 1 per 2,500 sq ft
    Wholesale TradeAll Wholesale Trade --------------PPPP--1/400
    Temporary Uses
    Public and Commercial Events
    Public and Commercial Events
    Farmers' Market----------TPTPTP------§155.404none
    Special EventTPTP--TPTPTPTPTP----TP
    Seasonal Sales----------TPTPTP------
    Sidewalk Sales----------TPTPTP------
    Construction, Storage, and Refuse Connection FacilitiesAsphalt/Concrete Batching Plant----------------TS--TS

    §155.404

    §155.1107

    1 per 2,500 sq ft
    Construction Building/Site OfficeTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTP§155.404none
    Construction DumpsterTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPnone
    Construction Yard----------------TP--TPnone
    Model Homes and On-Site Real Estate OfficesTPTPTPTPTP------------none
    Portable Storage UnitTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPnone

    TABLE NOTES:
    All land uses are defined in §155.201Definitions.

    2All uses are subject to all applicable provisions of this Chapter including §155.600, Parking and Loading, and §155.700, Landscaping and Bufferyards.

    3 Parking ratios are not applicable for uses in the Downtown zoning district.

    Table 155.401-1,

     Permitted Uses by District

    Use Category

    Land Use1ResidentialMixed-Use and Non-ResidentialUse-Specific Standards2

    Parking3

    (155.600)

    R1

    R2

    MH

    W-R

    MF

    DTC-1 C-2C-3W-1IN
    Agriculture 
    Agriculture and Animal ServicesKennel--------------PPPP--1/200
    Nursery or Greenhouse------------PPPPP--1/200
    Veterinary Clinic or Veterinary Hospital--------------PPPP--1/200
    Other Agriculture and Animal Services --------------PP--P--1/400
    Residential 
    Household LivingAccessory Dwelling UnitLLLL----------------1/unit
    Single-Family DetachedPPPP---------------- 
    DuplexPPPP----------------1/unit
    Townhouse--P----P--------------1/ unit
    Cottage--P----P--------------1/unit
    Dwelling, Multi-Family (three or more families)--------P--------------1.5/unit
    Manufactured Housing--L------------------§155.4021/unit
    Downtown Loft----------L----------§155.402none
    Commercial Uses of the HomeHome OccupationLLLLL------------§155.402none
    Short-Term RentalLL--L--L----------§155.4021/unit
    Group LivingAssisted Living or Skilled Nursing Facility--------S----P------§155.11071/3 beds
    Public and Institutional 
    CivicBus Station or Terminal----------PPPP--P--none
    Cemetery, Columbarium, Mausoleum, or Memorial Park-- --------PPP--P--none
    College or Vocational School------

    --

    --PPPP--P--1/400
    Day Care FacilitySS--S----PP--------

    1/10 enrolled persons pulse 1/ employee on largest shift

    Government/Non-Profit Parking Lot or Maintenance Area----------------P--P--none
    Government Services (Administrative, Education, Postal, Safety)----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Heliport----------------S--S§155.11071/1.5 emp
    Park, Playground, and Common Open SpacePPPPPPPP--P----1/2 acres; Minimum 10 spaces
    Public Assembly FacilitySSSSSSSSSSS§155.1107

    1/350  or 1/4 seats in assembly area, whichever is greater

    School, Elementary, Middle, or HighSS--S----PP--------

    Elementary and Middle School - 1/10 students plus 1/ employee pm largest shift

    High School - 1/4 students plus 1/employee on largest shift

    Swimming Pool (Public)------------PP--P----1/200
    Other Civic Uses ----------PPPPPP--none
    Medical FacilitiesChiropractor or Medical Clinic or Office----------PPP--P----1/200
    Hospital----------PPPP--P--

    1.5/bed plus 1/500 sq ft emergency room and outpatient area

    Other Medical Facilities  ----------PPPPSP--1/250
    Social ServiceCorrectional Facility----------------S--S§155.1107none
    Other Social Service Uses------------SSS--S§155.1107none
    UtilitiesUtilities, Minor ------------PPPPP--none
    Utilities, Major----------------P--P--1/ on-site employee or visitor
    Commercial and Office 
    Entertainment, IndoorBar or Tavern----------PPPPPP--1/100
    Body Art Service------------PP------ 2/station
    Bowling Center--------------P--S----3/lane
    BrewpubMicrobrewery, or Microdistillery----------PPP--P----1/100
    Other Indoor Entertainment Uses ----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Entertainment, Outdoor Athletic Field, Commercial--------------PPSP--1/3 seats

    Golf Course, commercial and noncommercial

    ----------  P--P----1/500
    Other Outdoor Entertainment Uses    --PPPPPP--none
    OfficeBank or Credit Union (with or without drive-through)----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Currency Exchange (Check Cashing) or Payday Loan Business----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Other Office Uses ----------PPP--P----1/400
    Overnight AccommodationsCampground with Overnight Accommodations--------------PPPP--2/ park site
    Hotel or Motel----------PPPPPP--

    Hotel: 1/2 units

    Motel: 1/unit

    Recreational Vehicle Park------------LLLLL§155.4021/RV Space
    Rooming/Boarding House--------PPPPPPP--1/unit
    RestaurantRestaurant, Dine-In----------PPPPPP--1/100
    Restaurant, Drive-In or Drive-Through--------------PPPP--1/100
    Retail Repair, Sales, and ServiceFood or Grocery Store------------PPPPP--1/200
    Package Liquor--------------SSSS§155.11071/400
    Pawnshop----------PPPPPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 1171/200
    All Sales-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Other Repair-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Funeral Home or Mortuary Services------------SS------§155.11071/300
    All Service-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Self-Service StorageBoat or Recreational Vehicle Outdoor Storage----------------PPP--1 / 350 sq ft office area plus 1 per 2,500 sq ft outdoor storage
    Mini-Warehouse----------------P--P--1 /350 sq ft office area plus 1/ 20 storage stalls
    Adult-Oriented BusinessesAdult-Oriented Businesses----------------P----Code of Ordinances Chapter 123

    1/300 

    Vehicle Sales and ServiceAutomobile Wash----------PPPP--P--10/wash lane
    Automobile Accessory and Supply Store----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Automobile Parking Lot or Garage---------- PPPPP--none
    Fuel Sales (Retail)----------PPPPPP--none
    Vehicle Sales, Rental, and Leasing (including motorcycles)----------PPPPSP--

    1/400

    Vehicle Body Repair--------------PP--P--1/400
    Vehicle Repair, Heavy--------------------P--1/400
    Vehicle Repair, Light------------PPPPP--1/400
    Other Vehicle Sales and Service Uses--------------------P--1/400

    Waterfront

     

     

     

    Bait Store--------------PPPP--1/200
    Barge and Boat Manufacture and Repair----------------P--P--1/400
    Boat, Fishing Charter----------------PPP--1.5/passengers
    Boat Launching----------------SSS

    §155.1107

    Code of

    Ordinances Chapter 95

    none
    Boat Rental, Leasing and Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Boat and Marine Related Parts, Retail and Wholesale Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Boat Repair----------------PPP--1/400
    Docking and Service Facilities For Commercial Vessels----------------PPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 952/60 linear ft dock space
    Docking and Service Facilities for  Recreational and Pleasure Boats----------------PPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 951/200
    Marine Fueling for Barges and Vessels-------------- SSS§155.1107none
    Marine Net Manufacturing, Repair, and Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Marine Service Station for Recreational and Pleasure Boats-------------- PPP--none
    Oil Field Supplies, Storage, Transportation, and Handling-------------- PSPCode of Ordinances Chapter 1121/1000
    Seafood Handling, Shipping, and Sales----------------PSP--1/400
    Industrial
    Heavy Industrial

    Other Heavy Industrial Uses

    ----------------S--S§155.11071/1.5 employee
    Light IndustrialBuilding or Development Contractor----------------P--P--1/400
    Repair of Scientific or Professional Instruments----------------P--P--1/400
    Research, Testing, and Development Laboratory--------------PPPP--1/400
    Other Light Industrial Uses----------P--PPPP--

    1/1000

    1/400

    1/1.5 emp

    Warehousing and Freight MovementBulk Storage--------------PP--P--

    1/1000

    Lumberyard--------------PPPP 1/400
    Motor Freight or Truck Terminal--------------S--S----S----

    1/400

    1/1000

    Other Warehousing and Freight Movement Uses--------------PPPP--1/1000
    Waste Related ServiceSalvage Yard--------------------L§155.4021 / 10,000 of storage yard
    Other Waste Related Service Uses--------------------S§155.1107 1 per 2,500 sq ft
    Wholesale TradeAll Wholesale Trade --------------PPPP--1/400
    Temporary Uses
    Public and Commercial Events
    Public and Commercial Events
    Farmers' Market----------TPTPTP------§155.404none
    Special EventTPTP--TPTPTPTPTP----TP
    Seasonal Sales----------TPTPTP------
    Sidewalk Sales----------TPTPTP------
    Construction, Storage, and Refuse Connection FacilitiesAsphalt/Concrete Batching Plant----------------TS--TS

    §155.404

    §155.1107

    1 per 2,500 sq ft
    Construction Building/Site OfficeTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTP§155.404none
    Construction DumpsterTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPnone
    Construction Yard----------------TP--TPnone
    Model Homes and On-Site Real Estate OfficesTPTPTPTPTP------------none
    Portable Storage UnitTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPnone

    TABLE NOTES:
    All land uses are defined in §155.201Definitions.

    2All uses are subject to all applicable provisions of this Chapter including §155.600, Parking and Loading, and §155.700, Landscaping and Bufferyards.

    3 Parking ratios are not applicable for uses in the Downtown zoning district.

    Table 155.401-1,

     Permitted Uses by District

    Use Category

    Land Use1ResidentialMixed-Use and Non-ResidentialUse-Specific Standards2

    Parking3

    (155.600)

    R1

    R2

    MH

    W-R

    MF

    DTC-1 C-2C-3W-1IN
    Agriculture 
    Agriculture and Animal ServicesKennel--------------PPPP--1/200
    Nursery or Greenhouse------------PPPPP--1/200
    Veterinary Clinic or Veterinary Hospital--------------PPPP--1/200
    Other Agriculture and Animal Services --------------PP--P--1/400
    Residential 
    Household LivingAccessory Dwelling UnitLLLL----------------1/unit
    Single-Family DetachedPPPP---------------- 
    DuplexPPPP----------------1/unit
    Townhouse--P----P--------------1/ unit
    Cottage--P----P--------------1/unit
    Dwelling, Multi-Family (three or more families)--------P--------------1.5/unit
    Manufactured Housing--L------------------§155.4021/unit
    Downtown Loft----------L----------§155.402none
    Commercial Uses of the HomeHome OccupationLLLLL------------§155.402none
    Short-Term RentalLL--L--L----------§155.4021/unit
    Group LivingAssisted Living or Skilled Nursing Facility--------S----P------§155.11071/3 beds
    Public and Institutional 
    CivicBus Station or Terminal----------PPPP--P--none
    Cemetery, Columbarium, Mausoleum, or Memorial Park-- --------PPP--P--none
    College or Vocational School------

    --

    --PPPP--P--1/400
    Day Care FacilitySS--S----PP--------

    1/10 enrolled persons pulse 1/ employee on largest shift

    Government/Non-Profit Parking Lot or Maintenance Area----------------P--P--none
    Government Services (Administrative, Education, Postal, Safety)----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Heliport----------------S--S§155.11071/1.5 emp
    Park, Playground, and Common Open SpacePPPPPPPP--P----1/2 acres; Minimum 10 spaces
    Public Assembly FacilitySSSSSSSSSSS§155.1107

    1/350  or 1/4 seats in assembly area, whichever is greater

    School, Elementary, Middle, or HighSS--S----PP--------

    Elementary and Middle School - 1/10 students plus 1/ employee pm largest shift

    High School - 1/4 students plus 1/employee on largest shift

    Swimming Pool (Public)------------PP--P----1/200
    Other Civic Uses ----------PPPPPP--none
    Medical FacilitiesChiropractor or Medical Clinic or Office----------PPP--P----1/200
    Hospital----------PPPP--P--

    1.5/bed plus 1/500 sq ft emergency room and outpatient area

    Other Medical Facilities  ----------PPPPSP--1/250
    Social ServiceCorrectional Facility----------------S--S§155.1107none
    Other Social Service Uses------------SSS--S§155.1107none
    UtilitiesUtilities, Minor ------------PPPPP--none
    Utilities, Major----------------P--P--1/ on-site employee or visitor
    Commercial and Office 
    Entertainment, IndoorBar or Tavern----------PPPPPP--1/100
    Body Art Service------------PP------ 2/station
    Bowling Center--------------P--S----3/lane
    BrewpubMicrobrewery, or Microdistillery----------PPP--P----1/100
    Other Indoor Entertainment Uses ----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Entertainment, Outdoor Athletic Field, Commercial--------------PPSP--1/3 seats

    Golf Course, commercial and noncommercial

    ----------  P--P----1/500
    Other Outdoor Entertainment Uses    --PPPPPP--none
    OfficeBank or Credit Union (with or without drive-through)----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Currency Exchange (Check Cashing) or Payday Loan Business----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Other Office Uses ----------PPP--P----1/400
    Overnight AccommodationsCampground with Overnight Accommodations--------------PPPP--2/ park site
    Hotel or Motel----------PPPPPP--

    Hotel: 1/2 units

    Motel: 1/unit

    Recreational Vehicle Park------------LLLLL§155.4021/RV Space
    Rooming/Boarding House--------PPPPPPP--1/unit
    RestaurantRestaurant, Dine-In----------PPPPPP--1/100
    Restaurant, Drive-In or Drive-Through--------------PPPP--1/100
    Retail Repair, Sales, and ServiceFood or Grocery Store------------PPPPP--1/200
    Package Liquor--------------SSSS§155.11071/400
    Pawnshop----------PPPPPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 1171/200
    All Sales-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Other Repair-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Funeral Home or Mortuary Services------------SS------§155.11071/300
    All Service-Oriented Uses----------PPPPPP--

    1/300

    Self-Service StorageBoat or Recreational Vehicle Outdoor Storage----------------PPP--1 / 350 sq ft office area plus 1 per 2,500 sq ft outdoor storage
    Mini-Warehouse----------------P--P--1 /350 sq ft office area plus 1/ 20 storage stalls
    Adult-Oriented BusinessesAdult-Oriented Businesses----------------P----Code of Ordinances Chapter 123

    1/300 

    Vehicle Sales and ServiceAutomobile Wash----------PPPP--P--10/wash lane
    Automobile Accessory and Supply Store----------PPPPPP--1/200
    Automobile Parking Lot or Garage---------- PPPPP--none
    Fuel Sales (Retail)----------PPPPPP--none
    Vehicle Sales, Rental, and Leasing (including motorcycles)----------PPPPSP--

    1/400

    Vehicle Body Repair--------------PP--P--1/400
    Vehicle Repair, Heavy--------------------P--1/400
    Vehicle Repair, Light------------PPPPP--1/400
    Other Vehicle Sales and Service Uses--------------------P--1/400

    Waterfront

     

     

     

    Bait Store--------------PPPP--1/200
    Barge and Boat Manufacture and Repair----------------P--P--1/400
    Boat, Fishing Charter----------------PPP--1.5/passengers
    Boat Launching----------------SSS

    §155.1107

    Code of

    Ordinances Chapter 95

    none
    Boat Rental, Leasing and Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Boat and Marine Related Parts, Retail and Wholesale Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Boat Repair----------------PPP--1/400
    Docking and Service Facilities For Commercial Vessels----------------PPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 952/60 linear ft dock space
    Docking and Service Facilities for  Recreational and Pleasure Boats----------------PPPCode of Ordinances Chapter 951/200
    Marine Fueling for Barges and Vessels-------------- SSS§155.1107none
    Marine Net Manufacturing, Repair, and Sales----------------PPP--1/400
    Marine Service Station for Recreational and Pleasure Boats-------------- PPP--none
    Oil Field Supplies, Storage, Transportation, and Handling-------------- PSPCode of Ordinances Chapter 1121/1000
    Seafood Handling, Shipping, and Sales----------------PSP--1/400
    Industrial
    Heavy Industrial

    Other Heavy Industrial Uses

    ----------------S--S§155.11071/1.5 employee
    Light IndustrialBuilding or Development Contractor----------------P--P--1/400
    Repair of Scientific or Professional Instruments----------------P--P--1/400
    Research, Testing, and Development Laboratory--------------PPPP--1/400
    Other Light Industrial Uses----------P--PPPP--

    1/1000

    1/400

    1/1.5 emp

    Warehousing and Freight MovementBulk Storage--------------PP--P--

    1/1000

    Lumberyard--------------PPPP 1/400
    Motor Freight or Truck Terminal--------------S--S----S----

    1/400

    1/1000

    Other Warehousing and Freight Movement Uses--------------PPPP--1/1000
    Waste Related ServiceSalvage Yard--------------------L§155.4021 / 10,000 of storage yard
    Other Waste Related Service Uses--------------------S§155.1107 1 per 2,500 sq ft
    Wholesale TradeAll Wholesale Trade --------------PPPP--1/400
    Temporary Uses
    Public and Commercial Events
    Public and Commercial Events
    Farmers' Market----------TPTPTP------§155.404none
    Special EventTPTP--TPTPTPTPTP----TP
    Seasonal Sales----------TPTPTP------
    Sidewalk Sales----------TPTPTP------
    Construction, Storage, and Refuse Connection FacilitiesAsphalt/Concrete Batching Plant----------------TS--TS

    §155.404

    §155.1107

    1 per 2,500 sq ft
    Construction Building/Site OfficeTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTP§155.404none
    Construction DumpsterTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPnone
    Construction Yard----------------TP--TPnone
    Model Homes and On-Site Real Estate OfficesTPTPTPTPTP------------none
    Portable Storage UnitTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPTPnone

    TABLE NOTES:
    All land uses are defined in §155.201Definitions.

    2All uses are subject to all applicable provisions of this Chapter including §155.600, Parking and Loading, and §155.700, Landscaping and Bufferyards.

    3 Parking ratios are not applicable for uses in the Downtown zoning district.

    Table 155.401-2

    Interpretation of Off-Street Parking Requirements

    Parking RatioDescription
    noneOff-street parking not required
    1/1001 space for each 100 square feet of gross floor space
    1/unit1 space for each dwelling unit
    1/guest room1 space for each guest room
    1/3 seats1 space for each three seats within the largest auditorium (20 inches shall equal 1 seat of benches as provided)
    1/3 beds1 space for each 3 beds
    1/1.5 emp1 space for every 1.5 employees
    1/ 2.25 attendee1 space for every 2.25 attendees expected
    3/lane3 spaces for each bowling lane
    10/wash lane10 spaces for each washing lane

    Table 155.401-2

    Interpretation of Off-Street Parking Requirements

    Parking RatioDescription
    noneOff-street parking not required
    1/1001 space for each 100 square feet of gross floor space
    1/unit1 space for each dwelling unit
    1/guest room1 space for each guest room
    1/3 seats1 space for each three seats within the largest auditorium (20 inches shall equal 1 seat of benches as provided)
    1/3 beds1 space for each 3 beds
    1/1.5 emp1 space for every 1.5 employees
    1/ 2.25 attendee1 space for every 2.25 attendees expected
    3/lane3 spaces for each bowling lane
    10/wash lane10 spaces for each washing lane

    Table 155.401-2

    Interpretation of Off-Street Parking Requirements

    Parking RatioDescription
    noneOff-street parking not required
    1/1001 space for each 100 square feet of gross floor space
    1/unit1 space for each dwelling unit
    1/guest room1 space for each guest room
    1/3 seats1 space for each three seats within the largest auditorium (20 inches shall equal 1 seat of benches as provided)
    1/3 beds1 space for each 3 beds
    1/1.5 emp1 space for every 1.5 employees
    1/ 2.25 attendee1 space for every 2.25 attendees expected
    3/lane3 spaces for each bowling lane
    10/wash lane10 spaces for each washing lane

    Table 155.401-2

    Interpretation of Off-Street Parking Requirements

    Parking RatioDescription
    noneOff-street parking not required
    1/1001 space for each 100 square feet of gross floor space
    1/unit1 space for each dwelling unit
    1/guest room1 space for each guest room
    1/3 seats1 space for each three seats within the largest auditorium (20 inches shall equal 1 seat of benches as provided)
    1/3 beds1 space for each 3 beds
    1/1.5 emp1 space for every 1.5 employees
    1/ 2.25 attendee1 space for every 2.25 attendees expected
    3/lane3 spaces for each bowling lane
    10/wash lane10 spaces for each washing lane

    Effective on: 1/10/2022

    § 155.402 LIMITED USE STANDARDS

  • (A)
    Generally. Standards established in this Section for uses indicated as in Table §155.401-1, Land Use Table, are to promote compatibility among land uses. Limited uses are permitted only if they meet the standards of this Section and all other applicable standards and requirements of this Chapter. 
  • (B)
    Standards for Residential Limited Uses.
    1. (1)
      Accessory Dwelling Unit. 
      1. (a)
        All utility connections and services shall be for the address of the principal dwelling only;
      2. (b)
        Either the principal or accessory unit must be occupied by the property owner;
      3. (c)
        The accessory dwelling shall be at least 400 square feet of floor area, but no larger than 50 percent of the gross floor area of the principal dwelling; and
      4. (d)
        The ADU shall meet all setback requirements for the zoning district in which it is located.
    2. (2)
      Downtown Loft. Use shall only be located on second floor and above. Residential use of ground-floor is prohibited.
    3. (3)
      Manufactured Housing.
      1. (a)
        Mobile Home. Mobile homes are prohibited; 
      2. (b)
        Development Standards. The use must be: 
        1. (i)
          Compliant with the U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Code; 
        2. (ii)
          The entire manufactured home must be built on a permanent concrete foundation;
        3. (iii)
          Provide hard surface off-street parking in accordance with § 155.600Parking and Loading; and
        4. (iv)
          In accordance with the standards of  § 155.501, Standards for Residential Development
        5. (v)
          Compliant with Chapter 152, Mobile Homes and Mobile Home Parks, and any other applicable Chapters of the City Code.
    4. (4)
      Home Occupations.  
      1. (a)
        Employees. Home occupations shall not require the employment of help other than members of the immediate family
      2. (b)
        Equipment Installation. Home Occupations shall not require the installation of equipment or electric motors exceeding a total limitation of three horsepower per dwelling unit.
      3. (c)
        Home Occupations Not Permitted. The following uses shall under no circumstances be permitted as a home occupation:
        1. (i)
          The purchase of any retail products that are received by the buyer on-site;
        2. (ii)
          Barber or beauty shops;
        3. (iii)
          Beauty culture schools;
        4. (iv)
          Commercial stables or kennels;
        5. (v)
          Doctor’s office for the treatment of patients; and/or
        6. (vi)
          The display of goods for purchase at the dwelling unit.
    5. (5)

      Short-Term Rentals.   

      1. (a)
        Events. No catered functions or special events may be offered.
      2. (b)
        Legally EstablishedAny dwelling unit used for a short-term rental must be a legally established dwelling unit.
      3. (c)
        Residential AppearanceThe dwelling unit and site being used as a short-term rental must remain residential in appearance, character, and function.
      4. (d)
        Tax RequirementsThe use must comply with all City tax requirements.  
      5. (e)
        STR Ordinance. The use must comply with the City's Short-Term Rental Permit Ordinance. 
         
  • (C)
    Standards for Commercial and Office Limited Uses.
    1. (1)
       Recreational Vehicle Park.
      1. (a)
        Recreational Vehicles in Single Space. No more than one recreational vehicle may be placed in a single recreational vehicle space.
      2. (b)
        Setbacks Adjacent to Residential Districts. The minimum requirements for setbacks from property lines located adjacent to residential districts (R1,R2, MH, WR, MF) are:
        1. (i)
          Front: 25'
        2. (ii)
          Rear: 25'
        3. (iii)
          Sides:
          1. A.
            One: 25'
          2. B.
            Sum of Both: 50' 
      3. (c)
        Setbacks Adjacent to All Other Properties. The minimum requirements for setbacks from property lines located adjacent to all mixed-use and non-residential districts (DT, C-1, C-2, C-3, W-1, IN) are:
        1. (i)
          Front: 25'
        2. (ii)
          Rear: 10'
        3. (iii)
          Sides:
          1. A.
            One: 5'
          2. B.
            Sum of Both: 10'  
      4. (d)
        Parking. In addition to the required parking ratio listed in Table 155.401-1, Permitted Uses by Districts, an off-street parking area for guests and visitors shall be included at the ratio of one for every two recreational vehicle spaces in the park.
      5. (e)
        Other Requirements. The development of recreational vehicle parks shall conform to Chapter 120, Recreational Vehicles of the City Code of Ordinances and other requirements applicable to recreational vehicle parks found in currently adopted technical codes.
  • (D)
    Standards for Industrial Limited Uses.
    1. (1)
      Salvage Yard. Use shall be enclosed by an wall or fence of at least six feet in height.
  • Effective on: 1/10/2022

    § 155.403 ACCESSORY USES AND STRUCTURES

  • (A)

    Generally. This Section shall apply to all accessory buildings and structures in all districts. 

  • (B)
    Standards that Apply to All Accessory Uses and Structures (Excluding Fences and Walls).
    1. (1)
      Same Property. Any accessory use or structure must be located on the same parcel or lot as the principal use or structure. 
    2. (2)
      Timing of Construction. No detached accessory structure shall be constructed until the construction of the rafters, or general equivalent, of the principal structure has commenced.
    3. (3)
      Separation. No accessory structure shall be located closer than 10 feet to any other structure.
    4. (4)
      Easements. Accessory buildings permanently affixed to the ground shall not encroach into an easement. 
    5. (5)
      Height. The maximum height of an accessory structure is 18 feet.
    6. (6)
      Not within Front Yard. Accessory structures are prohibited in the front yard with for the following exceptions: 
      1. (a)
        If the subject lot is abutting a gulf, river, or other waterways that cause the lot to have two front yards. In that instance, accessory structures are permitted in the front yard abutting the waterway; or
      2. (b)
        A porte-cochère is allowed in front yard, attached or unattached, if it meets one of the following standards:
        1. (i)
          It is constructed of like or better materials than principal structure; or
        2. (ii)
          Its supporting posts, fascia, soffits, or roof are comparable to that of the primary structure.
    7. (7)
      Commercial Use Prohibited. Accessory structures located on residentially zoned or used property shall not be used for commercial purposes other than home occupations that comply with this Section § 155.402, Limited Use Standards. 
    8. (8)
      Setbacks.
      1. (a)
        Attached Accessory Structures. Attached accessory structures shall comply with the interior side, street side, and rear setback standards for the principal structure established for their zoning district in Article 155.500, District Standards.
      2. (b)
        Detached Accessory Structures. Detached accessory structures shall have a minimum rear setback of at least 5 feet and shall comply with the interior side and street side setback standards for the principal structure established for their zoning district in Article 155.500, District Standards.
      3. (c)
        Lots Abutting Waterways. Both attached and detached accessory structures located in the front yard abutting a gulf, river, or other waterways causing the lot to have two front yards shall comply with the interior side, street side, and rear setback standards for the principal structure established for their zoning district in Article 155.500, District Standards. All setbacks are measured from the property line regardless of where the water's edge is located. 
      4. (d)
        Porte-Cochère in Front Yards. A porte-cochère located in a front yard shall maintain the front setback for the principal structure established for the zoning district in which the lot is located.
    9. (9)
      Improved Surfaced. Any accessory structure used for parking or storage of vehicles shall have an improved, hard surface floor. Parking on grass, dirt, gravel, or other unimproved surfaces is prohibited.
  • (C)
    Fences and Walls.
    1. (1)
      Setbacks.
      1. (a)
        Interior Lots. On interior lots, fences and walls are permitted in any required setbacks.
      2. (b)
        Corner Lots.  On corner lots, fences and walls with greater than 50 percent opacity shall not encroach into the street side setbacks.​​​​​
    2. (2)
      Obstruction Prohibited. No fence or wall shall be built to be in violation of the site visibility triangles as required by § 155.705, Visibility Triangle. ​​​​​
    3. (3)
      Fence Orientation. The finished side of all fences shall face outward toward neighboring property or adjacent rights-of-way.  Posts and supports shall face inward toward subject property. 
    4. (4)
      Prohibited Fence Types. Barbed, razor, or electric wire shall be prohibited.
    5. (5)
      Residential Districts and Uses.  The following standards for height, location, and design shall apply to residentially zoned (R1, R2, MH, WR) or used properties, excluding multi-family:
      1. (a)
        Rear Yard and Interior Side Yard. No fence or wall located in a rear or interior side yard shall exceed six feet in height above the grade of the adjacent property.
      2. (b)
        Front Yard. No fence shall be allowed forward of the front building line. 
      3. (c)
        Street Side Yard. No fence or wall located in a street side yard shall exceed six feet in height. In no case may a fence be built forward of the front building line.
      4. (d)
        Subdivision Perimeter Fences or Walls. Fences or walls along the perimeter of a new subdivision adjacent to a public right-of-way shall:
        1. (i)
          Be installed by the subdivider;
        2. (ii)
          Be six feet in height;
        3. (iii)
          Not encroach into the public right-of-way; and
        4. (iv)
          Be maintained by the homeowners' association.
    6. (6)
      Nonresidential and Multifamily Districts and Uses. For nonresidential and multifamily districts and uses, no fence or wall located in a front, interior side, rear, or street side yard shall exceed eight feet in height, unless the Building Permit for said fence or wall is submitted with engineered drawings and approved by the Building Official. Access to required public parking and public access to the building shall not be behind a fence.
  • (D)
    Dumpster Regulations.
    1. (1)
      When Dumpsters are Required. Dumpsters shall be provided for multi-family residential, manufactured home parks, nonresidential, and mixed-use developments in accordance with the provisions of this subsection. 
    2. (2)
      Standards. All dumpsters shall:
      1. (a)
        Be located no more than 200 feet from the individual uses that they are intended to serve;
      2. (b)
        Be configured to meet the requirements of the refuse hauler and approved by the City. Access shall be provided from an alley if an alley is present and used for service to other properties;
      3. (c)
        Be fully enclosed by an opaque wall with a minimum height of six feet constructed of treated wooden, brick, stone, or stucco-finished concrete block to match the principal building;
      4. (d)
        Have enclosures with opaque service gates that include a separate pedestrian access gate or pedestrian access opening that screens the dumpster from view and with all gates remaining closed at all times except when the dumpster is being serviced unless the dumpster is located in a rear or side service yard that is screened from the adjoining properties.  In such a case, no enclosure is required; 
      5. (e)
        In all cases, the dumpster pad shall be constructed of concrete;
      6. (f)
        Meet City engineering design standards, including those that pertain to maneuvering space; and
      7. (g)
        Be located in a side or rear yard of the parcel proposed for development, unless it is not possible to provide service access in such locations.  If an enclosure must be in the front yard, then it shall be constructed with the same materials as the principal building walls.
  • (E)
    Outdoor Storage of Materials.
    1. (1)
      Permitted Zoning Districts. Outdoor storage of materials is permitted in the IN, C-2, and W-1 zoning districts.
    2. (2)
      Storage on Public Property Prohibited. Storage of outdoor materials, such as vehicles, equipment, or materials, shall not be displayed or stored in full or partially on any streets, alleys, or sidewalks.
    3. (3)
      Surfacing.
      1. (a)
        All outdoor material storage areas, including access aisles, driveways, and maneuvering areas, shall be composed of an all-weather surface.
      2. (b)
        Access aisles and maneuvering areas of enclosed outdoor storage areas in the IN zoning district may be constructed out of compacted gravel. 
    4. (4)
      Placement. An outdoor storage facility shall be located to the rear or side yard of the primary structure and shall not abut any residential district or the DT district.
    5. (5)
      Public Views. Outside storage shall be screened or situated on a lot to prevent public view of stored materials or equipment.
    6. (6)
      Maneuvering of Inventory. The site shall be of adequate size, shape, and design to ensure:
      1. (a)
        All maneuvering of inventory will be contained on site;
      2. (b)
        All on-site maneuvering shall occur without encroaching onto adjacent properties or rights-of-way;
      3. (c)
        All inventory will be stored in a manner that will not interfere with the designed vehicle flow of the lot or interfere with fire vehicle access; and
      4. (d)
        Inventory will not be maneuvered in off-street parking lots or access drives.
    7. (7)
      Buffering and Screening. Outdoor storage areas shall be screened from the public right-of-way and from adjacent properties with a Type B Bufferyard as established in Table 155.704-2, Bufferyards, together with a fence or wall that is a minimum of six feet and a maximum of eight feet in height.
    8. (8)
      Exemptions. The following types of outdoor storage are exempt from the screening requirements of this Section: 
      1. (a)
        Retail planting stock and landscape stone or similar landscape materials, associated with a nursery or greenhouse;
      2. (b)
        Commercial vehicles related to a permitted business on-site; and
      3. (c)
        Finished recreational vehicles, automobiles, portable buildings, boats, trailers, manufactured homes, and other similar vehicles or equipment sold by a permitted use on-site.
  • (F)
    ​​Outdoor Display of Merchandise.
    1. (1)
      Permitted Zoning Districts. Permanent or seasonal outdoor display of merchandise is permitted in the all non-residential zoning districts with the exception of the DT district subject to the requirements of this Section.
    2. (2)
      Accessory Use. The outdoor display area involves items for sale by a business that is located within a permanent structure or a designated area on the same site.
    3. (3)
      Attached to Principal Building. An outdoor display area that is attached to a principal building is permitted if the outdoor display area is:
      1. (a)
        Adjacent to a wall of a principal structure;
      2. (b)
        Configured as a walled and/or decoratively fenced area that is architecturally integrated into the principal building;
      3. (c)
        If covered, the display area shall be covered with a roof structure that is architecturally integrated into the primary building, except that nursery areas may be covered by greenhouse roofing, screening, or another cover material that is appropriate for protecting plant stock;
      4. (d)
        Within the buildable area of the site formed by the required setbacks;
      5. (e)
        Not larger than 15 percent of the gross floor area of the principal building; and
      6. (f)
        Not located in areas that are required or used for parking, loading, or vehicular circulation.
  • Effective on: 1/10/2022

    § 155.404 TEMPORARY USE STANDARDS

  • (A)
    Generally. Temporary uses as denoted in Table §155.401, Land Use Table, can be approved only if they meet the standards of this Section and other applicable standards and requirements of this Chapter.
  • (B)
    Permit Required. All temporary uses require a permit per §155.1106, Temporary Use Permit, unless listed in Subsection (C), below.  
  • (C)
    Exemptions. The following activities shall not require a temporary use permit:
    1. (1)
      Yard/Garage Sales. Yard/garage sales held on residential property provided:
      1. (a)
        Occurs no more than four times per calendar year; and
      2. (b)
        Lasts for no more than five consecutive days, not including set-up and tear-down.
    2. (2)
      Stadiums, Amphitheaters, and Parks. Events in athletic stadiums, amphitheaters, and City parks; and
    3. (3)
      Other. Other public events where the expected attendance is less than 50 persons
  • (D)

    Public and Commercial Outdoor Sales​​​​.

    1. (1)
      Compliance with City Laws and Regulations. All public and commercial events shall comply with the provisions of Title XI, Business Regulations of the Code of Ordinances.
    2. (2)
      Buildings and Structures.
      1. (a)
        Temporary buildings shall comply with the height restrictions of the district in which the building is proposed to be located unless they met the exemption below.
      2. (b)
        Temporary structures (e.g., carnival rides and mega-inflatables) that are taller than the height allowed by the district in which it is proposed to be located are allowed, provided they are set back from all property lines a distance of two feet for every one foot in height.
    3. (3)
      Noise Controls. Noise shall be controlled so that:
      1. (a)
        The noise level at the nearest residential property line does not exceed 50 dBA after 10:00 p.m.;
      2. (b)
        The noise level at the property line of the temporary use does not exceed 75 dBA for more than two hours per day; and
      3. (c)
        The noise level at the property line of the temporary use does not exceed 85 dBA at any time. Generators, if used, shall be secured and set back at least 50 feet from all property lines. 
    4. (4)
      Public Convenience and Litter Control. 
      1. (a)
        Adequate on-site restroom facilities shall be required to serve the expected attendance at the event a rate of one toilet and one urinal per 50 expected attendees.
      2. (b)
        Trash containers and recycling bins shall be placed in convenient areas including:
        1. (i)
          Near principal places of assembly;
        2. (ii)
          Near food and beverage vendors;
        3. (iii)
          Near restrooms; and
        4. (iv)
          At entry and exit points.
      3. (c)
        All litter generated by the event shall be removed, at no expense to the City, within 24 hours after the closing on the last day of the event. Litter clean-up shall extend into the adjoining public rights-of-way. 
    5. (5)
      Access, Circulation, and Parking.
      1. (a)
        The street from which access is taken must have the capacity to serve the event, including acceleration and deceleration lanes or personnel to manage ingress and egress to the site;
      2. (b)
        Safe on-site vehicular and pedestrian circulation shall be provided, including:
        1. (i)
          Minimizing points of conflict between vehicles and pedestrians;
        2. (ii)
          Providing appropriate directional signage;
        3. (iii)
          Ensuring adequate and efficient access by emergency vehicles; and
        4. (iv)
          Maintaining full access to permanent uses on-site if they are operating during the temporary event, or emergency access to permanent uses on-site if they are not operating during the temporary event.
      3. (c)
        Adequate sight distances for safe vehicular ingress and egress shall be maintained. 
      4. (d)
        Parking shall be managed as follows:
        1. (i)
          Parking shall be provided on-site or within 300 feet of the boundaries of the site;
        2. (ii)
          Parking shall be on improved, striped hard surface spaces, either in a parking lot or on-street;
        3. (iii)
          Truck parking areas shall be provided to service the event which shall be on-site and on an improved hard surface; and
        4. (iv)
          Parking on grass/unpaved areas is allowed provided:
          1. A.
            ​​​​​​​The applicant has a legal right to use the land proposed for the parking area;
          2. B.
            ​​​​​​​The surface is reasonably level and compact;
          3. C.
            ​​​​​​​The parking area is located at least 300 feet from abutting residential property and 20 feet from public rights-of-way; and
          4. D.
            ​​​​​​​The applicant provides a guarantee as a condition of approval that the parking area will be restored to its pre-event condition after the event. 
  • (E)
    Construction, Storage, and Refuse Connection Facilities​​​​​​​.
    1. (1)
      Sanitary Facilities. Restroom facilities shall be provided for operations of concrete and asphalt batching operations and for users of temporary construction buildings (except when used exclusively for storage). 
    2. (2)
      Additional Standards Applicable to Concrete and Asphalt Batching Operations.
      1. (a)
        The applicant shall provide a written agreement and advanced surety in the amount of 125 percent of the estimated site restoration cost to ensure complete site restoration upon the facility's dismantling or revocation of the permit, plus the estimated road restoration/replacement costs along anticipated principal truck routes. This amount shall be approved by the City Engineer.
      2. (b)
        If deemed necessary by the City Engineer, the property access shall be controlled by special traffic markings and/or signalization at the applicant's expense. Instances warranting such traffic improvements may include locations at busy intersections or other areas where interference with primary traffic from trucks would be extensive.
      3. (c)
        All electric and lighting facilities shall be submitted to the City Engineer prior to installation.
      4. (d)
        Maximum noise level shall not exceed 60 dBA at the nearest property line.
  • (F)
    Use Specific Standards. The location, hours of use, operational limitations, and duration of use are set out in Table 155.404-1, Temporary Use Standards.
  • Table 155.404-1

    Temporary Uses Standards

    Temporary UseLocationHoursDurationOperational Requirements
    Public and Commercial Outdoor Sales 
    Farmers' MarketOn property leased or owned by the City with permission from applicable entities or on nonresidential, private property with permission from the property owner.7:00 AM to 10:00 PMNot Limited.None
    Special Event

    The size of the site shall be large enough to accommodate the expected attendance in a manner that is safe for the site, neighborhood, street, or other infrastructure.

     

    Event shall be at least 25 feet from public rights-of-way

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 4 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 7 consecutive days, not including set-up and tear-down.
    Seasonal Sales

    In parking lot, only if no more than 5% of the lot is being used by the seasonal sales.

     

    Sale shall be at least 25 feet from rights-of-way and property lines.

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 2 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 30 consecutive days.
    Sidewalk Sales

    In parking lot, only if no more than 2 percent of the lot is being used by sidewalk sales.

     

    On sidewalk if there is at least 4 ft. of unobstructed sidewalk during sales event.

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 26 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 52 days total per calendar year.
    Construction, Storage, and Refuse Connection Facilities 
    Asphalt / Concrete Batching PlantNot less than 500 feet from any residential property.8:00 AM to 8:00 PM if within 1,000 feet of residential property; or 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM in all other locationsEstablished by approval to coincide with the use of the facility for a specified construction project. Shall be removed immediately upon project completion.The facility shall be used only for a project within the City limits.
    Construction Building/Site OfficeOn lot or parcel proposed for development set back at least 10 feet from all lot lines.Not limited, however, the building may not be used as a residence.Shall be removed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the last building as detailed on the site plan.May be used by construction superintendent, construction workers, contractors, and other personnel on a construction team or as a security office.
    Construction Dumpster

    On lot or parcel using dumpster, set back at least 10 feet from the lot line, and placed on an improved hard surface.


    In nonresidential and mixed-use districts, dumpsters shall be located behind buildings (where possible) and shall not obstruct required parking lot requirements.

    Not limited.If used for construction or renovation, may remain in place for one week after project completion. If used for another purpose, 10 days.Refuse shall be contained within the dumpster, and shall be secured to prevent it from being removed from the dumpster by wind or wildlife.
    Construction YardNo additional location requirements.

     7:00 AM to 10:00 PM​​​​​

    Established to coincide with the use of the facility for a specified construction projectThe facility shall be used only for a construction site within the City limits.
    Model Homes and On-Site Real Estate OfficesOn lot or parcel proposed for development.Not Limited.On-site real estate offices shall be removed upon completion of model home or suitable permanent floor area on-site; shall be removed by issuance of last certificate of occupancy for development.Sales limited to units located on the lot or parcel proposed for development; sales offices within model homes shall meet applicable building code criteria.
    Portable Storage Unit

    On lot or parcel using storage unit, set back at least 10 feet from the lot line, and placed on an improved hard surface.


    In nonresidential and mixed-use districts, dumpsters shall be located behind buildings (where possible) and shall not obstruct required parking lot requirements.

    Not Limited.If used for construction or renovation, may remain in place for one week after project completion. If used for another purpose, 10 days.All items shall be contained within the storage unit

    Table 155.404-1

    Temporary Uses Standards

    Temporary UseLocationHoursDurationOperational Requirements
    Public and Commercial Outdoor Sales 
    Farmers' MarketOn property leased or owned by the City with permission from applicable entities or on nonresidential, private property with permission from the property owner.7:00 AM to 10:00 PMNot Limited.None
    Special Event

    The size of the site shall be large enough to accommodate the expected attendance in a manner that is safe for the site, neighborhood, street, or other infrastructure.

     

    Event shall be at least 25 feet from public rights-of-way

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 4 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 7 consecutive days, not including set-up and tear-down.
    Seasonal Sales

    In parking lot, only if no more than 5% of the lot is being used by the seasonal sales.

     

    Sale shall be at least 25 feet from rights-of-way and property lines.

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 2 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 30 consecutive days.
    Sidewalk Sales

    In parking lot, only if no more than 2 percent of the lot is being used by sidewalk sales.

     

    On sidewalk if there is at least 4 ft. of unobstructed sidewalk during sales event.

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 26 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 52 days total per calendar year.
    Construction, Storage, and Refuse Connection Facilities 
    Asphalt / Concrete Batching PlantNot less than 500 feet from any residential property.8:00 AM to 8:00 PM if within 1,000 feet of residential property; or 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM in all other locationsEstablished by approval to coincide with the use of the facility for a specified construction project. Shall be removed immediately upon project completion.The facility shall be used only for a project within the City limits.
    Construction Building/Site OfficeOn lot or parcel proposed for development set back at least 10 feet from all lot lines.Not limited, however, the building may not be used as a residence.Shall be removed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the last building as detailed on the site plan.May be used by construction superintendent, construction workers, contractors, and other personnel on a construction team or as a security office.
    Construction Dumpster

    On lot or parcel using dumpster, set back at least 10 feet from the lot line, and placed on an improved hard surface.


    In nonresidential and mixed-use districts, dumpsters shall be located behind buildings (where possible) and shall not obstruct required parking lot requirements.

    Not limited.If used for construction or renovation, may remain in place for one week after project completion. If used for another purpose, 10 days.Refuse shall be contained within the dumpster, and shall be secured to prevent it from being removed from the dumpster by wind or wildlife.
    Construction YardNo additional location requirements.

     7:00 AM to 10:00 PM​​​​​

    Established to coincide with the use of the facility for a specified construction projectThe facility shall be used only for a construction site within the City limits.
    Model Homes and On-Site Real Estate OfficesOn lot or parcel proposed for development.Not Limited.On-site real estate offices shall be removed upon completion of model home or suitable permanent floor area on-site; shall be removed by issuance of last certificate of occupancy for development.Sales limited to units located on the lot or parcel proposed for development; sales offices within model homes shall meet applicable building code criteria.
    Portable Storage Unit

    On lot or parcel using storage unit, set back at least 10 feet from the lot line, and placed on an improved hard surface.


    In nonresidential and mixed-use districts, dumpsters shall be located behind buildings (where possible) and shall not obstruct required parking lot requirements.

    Not Limited.If used for construction or renovation, may remain in place for one week after project completion. If used for another purpose, 10 days.All items shall be contained within the storage unit

    Table 155.404-1

    Temporary Uses Standards

    Temporary UseLocationHoursDurationOperational Requirements
    Public and Commercial Outdoor Sales 
    Farmers' MarketOn property leased or owned by the City with permission from applicable entities or on nonresidential, private property with permission from the property owner.7:00 AM to 10:00 PMNot Limited.None
    Special Event

    The size of the site shall be large enough to accommodate the expected attendance in a manner that is safe for the site, neighborhood, street, or other infrastructure.

     

    Event shall be at least 25 feet from public rights-of-way

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 4 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 7 consecutive days, not including set-up and tear-down.
    Seasonal Sales

    In parking lot, only if no more than 5% of the lot is being used by the seasonal sales.

     

    Sale shall be at least 25 feet from rights-of-way and property lines.

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 2 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 30 consecutive days.
    Sidewalk Sales

    In parking lot, only if no more than 2 percent of the lot is being used by sidewalk sales.

     

    On sidewalk if there is at least 4 ft. of unobstructed sidewalk during sales event.

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 26 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 52 days total per calendar year.
    Construction, Storage, and Refuse Connection Facilities 
    Asphalt / Concrete Batching PlantNot less than 500 feet from any residential property.8:00 AM to 8:00 PM if within 1,000 feet of residential property; or 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM in all other locationsEstablished by approval to coincide with the use of the facility for a specified construction project. Shall be removed immediately upon project completion.The facility shall be used only for a project within the City limits.
    Construction Building/Site OfficeOn lot or parcel proposed for development set back at least 10 feet from all lot lines.Not limited, however, the building may not be used as a residence.Shall be removed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the last building as detailed on the site plan.May be used by construction superintendent, construction workers, contractors, and other personnel on a construction team or as a security office.
    Construction Dumpster

    On lot or parcel using dumpster, set back at least 10 feet from the lot line, and placed on an improved hard surface.


    In nonresidential and mixed-use districts, dumpsters shall be located behind buildings (where possible) and shall not obstruct required parking lot requirements.

    Not limited.If used for construction or renovation, may remain in place for one week after project completion. If used for another purpose, 10 days.Refuse shall be contained within the dumpster, and shall be secured to prevent it from being removed from the dumpster by wind or wildlife.
    Construction YardNo additional location requirements.

     7:00 AM to 10:00 PM​​​​​

    Established to coincide with the use of the facility for a specified construction projectThe facility shall be used only for a construction site within the City limits.
    Model Homes and On-Site Real Estate OfficesOn lot or parcel proposed for development.Not Limited.On-site real estate offices shall be removed upon completion of model home or suitable permanent floor area on-site; shall be removed by issuance of last certificate of occupancy for development.Sales limited to units located on the lot or parcel proposed for development; sales offices within model homes shall meet applicable building code criteria.
    Portable Storage Unit

    On lot or parcel using storage unit, set back at least 10 feet from the lot line, and placed on an improved hard surface.


    In nonresidential and mixed-use districts, dumpsters shall be located behind buildings (where possible) and shall not obstruct required parking lot requirements.

    Not Limited.If used for construction or renovation, may remain in place for one week after project completion. If used for another purpose, 10 days.All items shall be contained within the storage unit

    Table 155.404-1

    Temporary Uses Standards

    Temporary UseLocationHoursDurationOperational Requirements
    Public and Commercial Outdoor Sales 
    Farmers' MarketOn property leased or owned by the City with permission from applicable entities or on nonresidential, private property with permission from the property owner.7:00 AM to 10:00 PMNot Limited.None
    Special Event

    The size of the site shall be large enough to accommodate the expected attendance in a manner that is safe for the site, neighborhood, street, or other infrastructure.

     

    Event shall be at least 25 feet from public rights-of-way

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 4 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 7 consecutive days, not including set-up and tear-down.
    Seasonal Sales

    In parking lot, only if no more than 5% of the lot is being used by the seasonal sales.

     

    Sale shall be at least 25 feet from rights-of-way and property lines.

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 2 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 30 consecutive days.
    Sidewalk Sales

    In parking lot, only if no more than 2 percent of the lot is being used by sidewalk sales.

     

    On sidewalk if there is at least 4 ft. of unobstructed sidewalk during sales event.

    Shall not be held on a lot or parcel more than 26 times per calendar year, and shall be limited to no more than 52 days total per calendar year.
    Construction, Storage, and Refuse Connection Facilities 
    Asphalt / Concrete Batching PlantNot less than 500 feet from any residential property.8:00 AM to 8:00 PM if within 1,000 feet of residential property; or 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM in all other locationsEstablished by approval to coincide with the use of the facility for a specified construction project. Shall be removed immediately upon project completion.The facility shall be used only for a project within the City limits.
    Construction Building/Site OfficeOn lot or parcel proposed for development set back at least 10 feet from all lot lines.Not limited, however, the building may not be used as a residence.Shall be removed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the last building as detailed on the site plan.May be used by construction superintendent, construction workers, contractors, and other personnel on a construction team or as a security office.
    Construction Dumpster

    On lot or parcel using dumpster, set back at least 10 feet from the lot line, and placed on an improved hard surface.


    In nonresidential and mixed-use districts, dumpsters shall be located behind buildings (where possible) and shall not obstruct required parking lot requirements.

    Not limited.If used for construction or renovation, may remain in place for one week after project completion. If used for another purpose, 10 days.Refuse shall be contained within the dumpster, and shall be secured to prevent it from being removed from the dumpster by wind or wildlife.
    Construction YardNo additional location requirements.

     7:00 AM to 10:00 PM​​​​​

    Established to coincide with the use of the facility for a specified construction projectThe facility shall be used only for a construction site within the City limits.
    Model Homes and On-Site Real Estate OfficesOn lot or parcel proposed for development.Not Limited.On-site real estate offices shall be removed upon completion of model home or suitable permanent floor area on-site; shall be removed by issuance of last certificate of occupancy for development.Sales limited to units located on the lot or parcel proposed for development; sales offices within model homes shall meet applicable building code criteria.
    Portable Storage Unit

    On lot or parcel using storage unit, set back at least 10 feet from the lot line, and placed on an improved hard surface.


    In nonresidential and mixed-use districts, dumpsters shall be located behind buildings (where possible) and shall not obstruct required parking lot requirements.

    Not Limited.If used for construction or renovation, may remain in place for one week after project completion. If used for another purpose, 10 days.All items shall be contained within the storage unit
    1. (G)
      Additional Conditions. The Administrator, in coordination with other City Staff as may be necessary, may establish additional conditions that are desirable to ensure land use compatibility or minimize potential adverse impacts on neighboring properties, public streets, or the City as a whole. These may include, but are not limited to, the following:
      1. (1)
        Hours of Operation. Modification or restrictions on hours of operation.
      2. (2)
        Clean Up. Posting of a performance bond to ensure clean up and removal of signs, equipment, trash, and other similar items; or
      3. (3)
        Size. The Administrator may refuse to issue a permit if the use is too large to be safe for the site, neighborhood, street, or other infrastructure, or may place limits on attendance of an event to ensure it can be properly managed.​​​​​​​

    Effective on: 1/10/2022

    § 155.405 NEW AND UNLISTED USES.

  • (A)
    Generally. It is recognized that new land uses will develop and may seek to locate in the City which were not anticipated at the time the lists of permitted uses contained in this Chapter were originally adopted or thereafter amended.
  • (B)
    Authorization of Proposed Use.
    1. (1)
      Administrator Discretion. If a proposed use is not specified in this Chapter, the Administrator shall make a determination as to whether the use is either a subcategory or functionally similar to a specifically identified use.
    2. (2)
      Referral to Planning Commission. If the Administrator feels that it is necessary, they may refer the determination of whether a use is a subcategory or functionally similar to a specified use to the Planning Commission.
  • (C)
    If Not Authorized, Then Prohibited. If the Administrator determines that a proposed use is not a subcategory of, or functionally similar to a listed use in this Chapter, then the use is prohibited. 
    1. (D)
      Decision Criteria. The Planning Commission shall consider the following decision criteria to decide whether a proposed use is a subcategory of, or is functionally comparable to, a use specifically identified in Table 155.402-1, Land Use Table: 
      1. (1)
        Parking demand;
      2. (2)
        Average daily and peak hour trip generation (cars and trucks);
      3. (3)
        Impervious surface;
      4. (4)
        Regulated air or water emissions;
      5. (5)
        Noise;
      6. (6)
        Lighting;
      7. (7)
        Dust;
      8. (8)
        Odors;
      9. (9)
        Solid waste generation;
      10. (10)
        Potentially hazardous conditions, such as projectiles leaving the site;
      11. (11)
        Use and storage of hazardous materials;
      12. (12)
        Character of buildings and structures;
      13. (13)
        How the use is advertised;
      14. (14)
        Nature and impacts of operation; and
      15. (15)
        Hours of operation.

    Effective on: 1/10/2022