When this Zoning Law refers to residential or R Zoning Districts it is referring to any of the following:

The residential district names and map symbols are intended to provide a general indication of what is allowed in the district by denoting the residential densities (low, medium or multifamily).

Rural Residential (RR). The purpose of the RR District is to implement the rural designation of the Comprehensive Plan by encouraging large-lot residential development in areas where conditions of the environment, availability of utilities, and surrounding land use patterns dictate that residential densities and the amount of land covered by impervious surfaces remain low. Generally, development shall be directed where public water, but not necessarily public sewer, exists or is expected. Provisions should also be made for clustering building sites where environmental conditions permit and where the clustering of units can preserve the rural character of the countryside.

Low Density Residential (LDR). The purpose of the LDR District is to support the goals and policies contained in the Comprehensive Plan while providing areas within the Town for low-density, single-family development. The intended pattern of development in this district shall allow for the development of residential neighborhoods on smaller lot sizes than permitted within the Rural Residential District, while still preserving surrounding open space. The LDR District also provides for other specified uses that are compatible with the primary residential nature of the district.

Lakeshore Residential (LR). The purpose of the LR District is to support the Town's Comprehensive Plan and protect the lake's water and shorelines by providing for safe and orderly shoreline development. The development pattern of the lakeshore is intended to allow for seasonal housing opportunities, while also promoting year-round occupancy by including provision for both cottage-style and single-family homes. In addition other residential, recreational, conservancy, and a limited number of commercial uses may be permitted that would be compatible with the residential character of the lakeshore neighborhoods.

Highway Residential (HR). The purpose of the HR District is to support the Town's Comprehensive Plan, while permitting the development of large-lot, single-family homes along the Route 20A corridor from Country Club Road to West Lake Road. Development should occur on lots with significant frontage to manage access points along the highway in a manner that preserves the safety, efficiency, development potential, and character of the corridor. Potential uses should be compatible with the existing rural nature of the highway corridor, and should assure that driveways and street connections are adequately spaced as well as designed according to standards for safe entry and exit.

When this Zoning Law refers to Commercial, Business, Office, or C Zoning Districts it is referring to any of the following:

The district names and map symbols are intended to provide a general indication of what is allowed in the district by denoting the commercial orientation of the district.

Limited Commercial (LC). The purpose of the LC District is to provide suitable areas for various low-volume commercial, institutional and industrial uses and to support the goals and objectives contained in the Comprehensive Plan. The LC District is established to accommodate nonresidential uses that do not impede or create excessive conflicts with the traffic flow on the existing street network. This district is appropriate in areas where the existing land uses, traffic patterns and other factors make it desirable to maintain or foster commercial activity, which generates less daily vehicular traffic than the General Commercial District.

Lakeshore Neighborhood Commercial (LNC). The purpose of the LNC District is to encourage smaller-scaled commercial development, compatible with the scale and intensity of adjacent residential and noncommercial sites, and to support the goals and objectives contained in the Comprehensive Plan. This district allows for limited commercial operations offering convenience shopping and services primarily for lakeshore residents.

General Commercial (GC). The purpose of the GC District is to encourage commercial development, and to support the goals and objectives contained in the Comprehensive Plan. The GC District is established to provide areas that are appropriate for intensive commercial activities that depend upon a large volume of motor vehicle traffic and serve the daily shopping needs of the community-at-large and surrounding areas. This district encourages the application of site design and buffering techniques to mitigate the impacts of commercial operations and traffic on adjacent uses and the traveling public.

When this Zoning Law refers to Industrial, Manufacturing, or I Zoning Districts it is referring to the following:

The district names and map symbols are intended to provide a general indication of what is allowed in the district by denoting the industrial or manufacturing orientation of the district.

Light Industrial (LI). The purpose of the LI District is to accommodate light industrial activity in a manner that supports the goals and objectives contained in the Comprehensive Plan. The Light Industrial District is established to provide for manufacturing and industrial uses and businesses which are compatible with and do not detract from surrounding districts. The LI District is characterized by uses that conduct their operations within an enclosed building with minimal or no activity occurring outdoors and no outdoor storage of materials. Developments in this district shall employ techniques to minimize negative impacts (including traffic, parking, glare, noise, odor, etc.) on adjacent nonindustrial uses, especially established residential districts and environmentally sensitive areas.

General Industrial (GI). The purpose of the GI District is to accommodate industrial activity, which is more intensive than light industrial activity in a manner that supports the goals and objectives contained in the Comprehensive Plan. The General Industrial District is established to provide opportunities for a wide range of manufacturing and extractive activities, which have a greater potential for negative impacts on surrounding properties. Uses permitted in the GI District shall be in areas where public utilities and adequate transportation facilities are available or can be made available. Developments in this district shall employ techniques to minimize negative impacts (including traffic, parking, glare, noise, odor, etc.) on adjacent nonindustrial uses, especially established residential districts and environmentally sensitive areas.

When this Zoning Law refers to Mixed-Use or MU Zoning District it is referring to any of the following:

The mixed-use district names and map symbols are intended to denote the intended mixed-use development pattern overall, while also indicating that the type and intensity of uses vary within each district.

Preference will be given to developments that promote the overall objectives of the mixed-use districts as a whole as described in § 106-23.3.

Mixed-Use I (MUI). The purpose of the MUI District is to permit mixed-use developments that incorporate light industrial and office uses, while also providing opportunities for supporting limited commercial and residential uses. The district shall also serve as the gateway into the Village while travelling along Lima Road. Development within the MUI District should utilize existing natural features and grading, and incorporate a campus-style development pattern. The intent of this district is to increase employment opportunities for residents and enhance the tax base within the Town through the responsible development of diverse, sustainable mixed-use light industrial and professional office campuses.

Mixed-Use II (MUII). The purpose of the MUII District is to permit mixed-use developments that meet the community housing and daily commercial service needs of residents, while also providing a transition from the industrial and office uses allowed within the Mixed-Use I and III Districts. The intent of the MUII District is to develop a mix of limited commercial uses with higher-density residential uses that create a unique and attractive living environment for all residents and which encourage the development of senior and affordable housing opportunities. Flexibility will be given for developments that promote the overall objectives of the mixed-use districts as a whole (see § 106-23.3).

Mixed-Use III (MUIII). The purpose of the MUIII District is to encourage mixed-use developments that incorporate light industrial, office, and limited commercial uses, while also providing opportunities for upper-floor residential uses. The district shall also serve as the gateway into the Village while travelling along Route 20A. Larger retail, entertainment, recreation, and accommodation uses shall be focused within this district. All development should be campus-like in site design and layout, utilizing existing natural features as public open space where practicable. The intent of the MUIII District is to create a diverse and sustainable economic driver for the Town that not only meets the needs of residents, but also increases their overall quality of life. Flexibility will be given for developments that promote the overall objectives of the mixed-use districts as a whole (see § 106-23.3).

Provision of an internal roadway system and shared internal access drives to development sites that limit or eliminate direct access for motor vehicle traffic to Route 20A and Lima Road.

Development of an internal roadway system that provides for the safe and efficient travel of pedestrians and cyclists as well as motorists. Said roadway system should include sidewalk connections, crosswalks, transit stops, and bicycle accommodations where appropriate.

Promotion of a mix of compatible and complementary uses throughout the district in order to create a sustainable destination and activity center that can adapt to a changing marketplace (e.g., commercial development with integrated or upper-story residential units).

Promotion of a cohesive and interconnected development pattern throughout all mixed-use districts, regardless of the sequence of proposals or project phasing.

Utilization of landscaped buffers for development located along major thoroughfares and adjacent to existing residential neighborhoods.

Preservation and enhancement of established and generally recognized Genesee Valley viewsheds.

Preservation and integration of existing open space not only as natural buffer areas, but also as passive and active recreation opportunities for surrounding uses and the general public.

Application of the Gateway Overlay District Design Standards to achieve the most appropriate and visually appealing building and site design that enhances the Town's community character.

The applicable specific use requirements (Part 3) and development standards (Part 4) in this chapter shall apply to all uses in the mixed-use districts.

All uses in the mixed-use districts, except accessory uses and structures, shall be subject to site plan review by the Planning Board.

The Agricultural Districts are listed below. When this Zoning Law refers to Agricultural Zoning Districts it is referring to the following:

The agricultural district name and map symbol is intended to provide a general indication of what is allowed in the district by denoting the agricultural and farming orientation of the district.

Agricultural Zoning (AZ) District. The purpose of the AZ District is to implement the agricultural designation of the Comprehensive Plan, to protect predominantly agricultural areas from nonagricultural development pressures, to encourage the continuation of commercial agriculture and the associated operations necessary to support it, to prevent scattered nonfarm growth, to reduce land use conflicts, and to preserve the Town's open space and natural resources. Since agriculture is the intended primary use, the impacts associated with normal, reasonable and generally accepted farming practices shall not form the basis for violations under any part of this chapter.