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Lewisberry City Zoning Code

PART 6

Standards for Special Exception Uses

§ 27-601. Requirement of Specific Standards.

   In addition to the general standards for all special exceptions as contained in § 27-504.6, the specific standards for the particular uses allowed by special exception are set forth in this Part. These standards must be met prior to the granting by the Zoning Hearing Board of a special exception for such uses in applicable zones.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §601)

§ 27-602. Adult Regulated Facility.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   An adult regulated facility shall not be located within 200 feet of any residential zone or use.
      B.   An adult regulated facility shall not be located within 1,000 feet of any church, school, library, park, playground, day care center, or any other adult regulated facility.
      C.   No materials, merchandise, film, or service offered for lease, loan or for view upon the premises shall be exhibited, displayed; and no sale materials, merchandise, film or other offered items of service shall be visible from outside the building or structure.
      D.   Any building or structure used and occupied as an adult regulated facility shall be windowless or have an opaque covering over all windows or doors of any area in which materials, merchandise, film or service are exhibited or displayed; and no sale materials, merchandise, film or other offered items of service shall be visible from outside the building or structure.
      E.   No sign shall be erected upon the premises depicting or giving a visual representation of the type of materials, merchandise, film or service offered therein.
      F.   Each and every entrance to the structure shall be posted with a notice that the use is an adult regulated facility that persons under the age of 18 are not permitted to enter and warning all others that they may be offended upon entry.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §602)

§ 27-603. Bed and Breakfast Inn.

   In the R zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Maximum guest stays shall be limited to 7 days.
      B.   Breakfast shall be the only meal served to overnight lodgers.
      C.   The owner and/or manager of the bed and breakfast inn shall be a permanent resident in the single-family dwelling.
      D.   Each guest room shall have a habitable area of at least 100 square feet.
      E.   A minimum of one off-street parking space per guest room shall be provided in addition to the required parking for the dwelling unit. Failure to use the off-street parking will result in revocation of the special exception.
      F.   One sign may be erected on the property. The maximum size shall be 2 square feet and it may be illuminated only by indirect lighting.
      G.   The inn must comply with local regulations including, but not limited to, fire, health, and building codes.
      H.   Bed and breakfast operations shall be conducted so as to be clearly incidental and accessory to the primary use of the site as a single-family dwelling.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §603; as amended by Ord. 2014-2, 8/4/2014, §5)

§ 27-604. Cemetery.

   In the R zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   All burial plots or facilities shall be located at least 50 feet from all property or street lines.
      B.   Assurances must be provided that water supplies of surrounding properties will not he contaminated by burial activity within the proposed cemetery.
      C.   No burial plots or facilities are permitted on floodplain land.
      D.   Buffers and screens shall be provided as necessary to adequately protect neighboring properties. This includes, but is not limited to, fences, walls, planting and open spaces.
      E.   Pet cemeteries must meet all of the above applicable requirements.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §604)

§ 27-605. Cluster Development.

   1.   In the R zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   In the case of residential developments of 10 acres or more, an added degree of flexibility in the placement, bulk and inter-relationship of the buildings and uses within the development may be approved by Borough Council. The overall intensity of use and density of population shall be maintained while providing for new or additional design concepts. The gross area requirement may be waived if the proposed tract abuts an existing cluster development, is within an appropriate zoning classification and will enable a compatible extension of the existing development. The following guidelines shall be followed:
         (1)   Minimum lot area and width, lot coverage, open area and paved area requirements may be waived for individual lots. These standards shall be applied to the total tract area, exclusive of highway and utility rights-of-way, to determine the total number of permitted dwelling units.
         (2)   Setbacks and building height shall remain as required in §§ 27-303.5 and 27-303.6.
         (3)   Public water and public sewer are required.
         (4)   Provisions for the future maintenance of all common areas including, but not limited to, parking and recreation shall be explicitly provided with the proposed project. The provisions and any agreements, such as by-laws for a property owners association, shall be subject to the approval of Borough Council.
         (5)   These provisions shall not apply to mobile home parks.
   2.   All other provisions of this Chapter and any other applicable ordinance of the Borough shall apply to cluster developments.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §605)

§ 27-606. Commercial School or School Licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

   In the R or VC zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Lot area - 1 acre minimum.
      B.   Lot width - 100 feet minimum.
      C.   Access shall be via an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §606)

§ 27-607. Convalescent Home, Nursing Home or Hospital.

   In the R or VC zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Lot area - 1 acre minimum.
      B.   Lot width - 150 feet minimum.
      C.   Setbacks - all buildings shall be located at least 50 feet from all property or street lines.
      D.   Access shall be via an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      E.   Public sewer and public water approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection must be utilized. [Ord. 2007-2]
      F.   Buffers and screens shall be provided as necessary to adequately protect neighboring properties. This includes, but is not limited to, fences, walls, plantings and open spaces.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §607; as amended by Ord. 2007-2, 12/17/2007)

§ 27-608. Day Care Center.

   In the R or VC zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   The facility shall obtain a certificate of registration from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare.
      B.   Outdoor play areas for children must be located in a side or rear yard and shall be sufficiently enclosed so as to protect the neighborhood from inappropriate noise and to provide for the health and safety of the children as determined by the Zoning Hearing Board.
      C.   At least one parking space for each employee plus one space for each four persons to be served by the facility shall be provided.
      D.   Access shall be via an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §608)

§ 27-609. Day Care Home.

   In the R or VC zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   The facility shall obtain a certificate of registration from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare.
      B.   Outdoor play areas for children must be located in a side or rear yard and shall be sufficiently enclosed so as to protect the neighborhood from inappropriate noise and to provide for the health and safety of the children as determined by the Zoning Hearing Board.
      C.   No employees other than residents of the dwelling shall be permitted.
      D.   Day care homes must be owner occupied.
      E.   Day care operations shall be conducted so as to be clearly incidental and accessory to the primary use of the property as a residential dwelling.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §609)

§ 27-610. Domiciliary Care Home.

   In the R zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Domiciliary care operations shall be conducted as an accessory use to the primary use of the property as a single-family residence.
      B.   The domiciliary care home must be owner occupied and only family members residing on the premises shall provide the care associated with a domiciliary care facility.
      C.   No facilities for cooking or dining shall be provided in individual rooms or suites.
      D.   The facility must be certified by the York County Area Agency on Aging.
      E.   The home must comply with all local regulations including, but not limited to, fire, health and building codes.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §610)

§ 27-611. Funeral Home.

   In an R zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Access must be on an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      B.   Sufficient off-street parking must be provided.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §611)

§ 27-612. Greenhouse, Horticultural Nursery.

   In the R zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Access must be via an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      B.   No sale of general hardware, power tools or motorized equipment is permitted. No outdoor display of tools or equipment is permitted.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §612)

§ 27-613. Group Home.

   In the R zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   A minimum of 250 square feet of habitable floor area shall be provided for each occupant.
      B.   A common kitchen and dining facility shall be provided and no cooking or dining facilities shall be provided in individual rooms or suites. This provision is not intended to require such facilities if the affiliated institution provides them elsewhere.
      C.   The institution with which the group home is affiliated shall provide administrative and professional direction for the occupants by a resident staff member.
      D.   Group homes shall be registered and licensed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and shall be in compliance with all applicable rules and regulations of the licensing body.
      E.   The group home must comply with all local regulations including, but not limited to, fire, health and building codes.
      F.   A group home shall not be located within 2,000 feet of any other group home.
      G.   Group homes shall be registered and licensed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and shall be in compliance with all applicable rules and regulations of the licensing body.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §613)

§ 27-614. Group Quarters.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   A minimum of 250 square feet of habitable floor area shall be provided for each occupant.
      B.   A common kitchen and dining facility shall be provided and no cooking or dining facilities shall be provided in individual rooms or suites. This provision is not intended to require any kitchen and dining facilities if the affiliated institution provides them elsewhere.
      C.   Group quarters shall comply with all applicable building, health and fire codes of the local government.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §614)

§ 27-615. Heavy Storage Service.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Access must be on an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      B.   Any area used for outdoor storage shall be enclosed by a wall or fence.
      C.   Satisfactory provision shall be made to minimize harmful or unpleasant effects such as noise, odors, fumes, glare, vibration, and smoke.
      D.   No known or suspected toxic or hazardous materials may be stored on any property.
      E.   A buffer yard 50 feet wide must be located on the site in all instances where the site adjoins a residential use or zone. The buffer yard shall be naturally landscaped, have no impervious cover and shall not be used for building, parking, loading or storage.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §615)

§ 27-616. Home Occupation and Profession.

   1.   Subject to the requirements below, the following home occupations and professions may be authorized only in a dwelling unit in an R or VC zone: physician, dentist, clergyman, lawyer, engineer, accountant, architect, teacher, artist, licensed insurance or real estate agent, seamstress, barber, beautician, and similar service occupations and professions.
   2.   Regulations for Permitted Home Occupations and Professions.
      A.   Employees. No person other than a resident of the dwelling unit may practice the occupation. No more than one person shall be employed to provide secretarial, clerical or other assistance.
      B.   Coverage. Not more than 30 percent of the ground floor area of the dwelling unit may be devoted to home occupation or profession.
      C.   Appearance. The character or external appearance of the dwelling unit must be that of a dwelling. No display of products may be shown so as to be visible from outside the dwelling. A name plate not larger than 2 square feet in area is permitted and may be illuminated only by indirect lighting.
      D.   Parking. Besides the required parking for the dwelling unit, additional parking is required as follows:
         (1)   One space for the home occupation and one space for the nonresident employee.
         (2)   Additional spaces for patrons shall be provided.
         (3)   Each space shall not have direct access to the street to avoid vehicles backing into the flow of traffic.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §616)

§ 27-617. House of Worship.

   In the R zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Side setback - Minimum side setbacks of 20 feet (each) must be provided.
      B.   Access shall be via an arterial or collector street as designated by the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §617)

§ 27-618. Junkyard, Automobile Dismantling Plant.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Lot area - 5 acres minimum.
      B.   Lot width - 300 feet minimum.
      C.   Setbacks - any area used for this purpose must be at least 75 feet from any property line and 100 feet from any street line.
      D.   The area to be used must be completely enclosed with a 6-foot high fence so constructed as not to have openings greater than 6 inches in any direction and should include appropriate screening.
      E.   Must comply with all applicable State regulations.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §618)

§ 27-619. Kennel, Animal Hospital.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Lot area - 2 acres minimum.
      B.   Setbacks - all buildings, dog runs, fenced enclosures and similar structures shall be located at least 100 feet from all property or street lines.
      C.   All animals must be housed within a structure.
      D.   Satisfactory evidence must be presented to indicate that adequate disposal of animal waste will be provided in a manner that will not create a public health hazard or nuisance.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §619)

§ 27-620. Laundry, Dry-Cleaning Establishment.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Access shall be via an arterial or collector street as designated by the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      B.   Public sewer and public water approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection must be utilized. [Ord. 2007-2]
      C.   Satisfactory evidence must be presented to show that adequate disposal of toxic materials will be provided in a manner that will not be a public health hazard or a public nuisance.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §620; as amended by Ord. 2007-2, 12/17/2007)

§ 27-621. Light Industry.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Lot area - 1 acre minimum.
      B.   Lot width - 100 feet minimum.
      C.   Public sewer and public water approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection must be utilized. [Ord. 2007-2]
      D.   Access must be via an arterial or collector street as designated by the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      E.   Satisfactory evidence must be presented to indicate that adequate disposal of toxic materials will be provided in a manner that will not create a public health hazard or nuisance.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §621; as amended by Ord. 2007-2, 12/17/2007)

§ 27-622. Medical Clinic.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Lot area - 1 acre minimum.
      B.   Lot width - 100 feet minimum.
      C.   Setbacks - all buildings shall be located at least 50 feet from all property or street lines.
      D.   Public sewer and public water approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection must be utilized. [Ord. 2007-2]
      E.   Buffers and screens shall be provided as necessary to adequately protect neighboring properties. This includes, but is not limited to, fences, walls, plantings and open spaces.
      F.   Accessory services, including laboratories and pharmacies for the use of patients visiting medical practitioners in the clinic, may be permitted as part of the clinic facility, subject to the following specific conditions:
         (1)   All entrances to parts of the building in which these accessory services are provided shall be from within the building and any direct access from the street is prohibited.
         (2)   The hours during which these services are provided shall be the same as those during which medical practitioners are receiving patients.
         (3)   Signs or other evidence advertising or indicating the provision of these services visible from outside the building are prohibited; except that there may be erected one sign not exceeding 2 square feet in area attached to the building, any illumination thereof being white, nonflashing, and limited to an enclosed lamp design.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §622; as amended by Ord. 2007-2, 12/17/2007)

§ 27-623. Mini-Storage.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Lot area - 1 acre minimum.
      B.   Lot width - 100 feet minimum.
      C.   Access shall be via an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      D.   All lights shall be shielded to direct light onto the uses established and away from adjacent property.
      E.   Buffers and screens shall be provided as necessary to adequately protect neighboring properties. This includes, but is not limited to, fences, walls, plantings and open spaces.
      F.   The servicing or repair of stored equipment shall not be conducted on the premises. Also no business activities other than rental of storage units shall be conducted on the premises.
      G.   All storage shall be within the building area.
      H.   A 20-foot parking lane must be provided adjacent to the storage units for loading and unloading purposes.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §625)

§ 27-624. Mobile Home Park.

   In the R zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   The minimum tract area shall be 5 acres.
      B.   Public sewer and public water approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection must be utilized, and each mobile home lot (not including street right-of-way) must be not less than 7,500 square feet in area and not less than 75 feet wide at the building setback line. [Ord. 2007-2]
      C.   Regardless of lot size, the side yard distances measured from outside each mobile home to the lot line shall not be less than 30 feet in total and no one side yard distance less than 12 feet. Front yards shall not be less than 20 feet and rear yards shall not be less than 10 feet and in no case shall the distance between any two mobile homes be less than 30 feet. The total number of mobile homes shall not exceed an average density of 5 per acre.
      D.   The Zoning Hearing Board may require additional suitable screen planting, or may further restrict the proximity of mobile homes or other improve ments to adjoining properties, or may attach such other conditions or safeguards to the use of land for a mobile home park as the Board may deem necessary to protect the general welfare.
      E.   A mobile home park and extension thereof shall also comply with all applicable State and/or municipal regulations now in effect or hereafter enacted.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §624; as amended by Ord. 2007-2, 12/17/2007)

§ 27-625. Multi-Family Dwelling(s).

   In the R or VC zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   In the case of a multi-family dwelling where individual dwelling units are located on a single lot and share with other units a common yard area (e.g., garden apartments), the following requirements shall apply:
         (1)   Lot area - 40,000 square feet minimum.
         (2)   Lot width - 150 feet minimum.
         (3)   Side setback - minimum side setbacks of 20 feet each shall be provided.
         (4)   Density - the maximum density shall be eight dwelling units per acre of lot area.
         (5)   Public sewer and public water must be utilized.
         (6)   Distance between buildings - where two or more multi-family dwellings are located on a single lot or parcel, the minimum distance between principal buildings shall be 40 feet.
         (7)   All parking areas shall be located at least 10 feet from any property line or street line.
         (8)   Buffers and screens shall be provided as necessary to adequately protect neighboring properties. This includes, but is not limited to, fences, walls, plantings and open spaces.
      B.   In the case of a multi-family dwelling where individual dwelling units are located on separate lots (e.g., townhouses or row houses), the following require ments shall apply:
         (1)   Lot area - each lot shall have a minimum area of 3,000 square feet.
         (2)   Lot width - each lot shall have a minimum width of 20 feet.
         (3)   There shall not be more than six dwelling units in any one row.
         (4)   Dwelling units at the end of a row shall have a minimum side setback of 20 feet.
         (5)   Public sewer and public water must be utilized.
         (6)   Density - the maximum density shall be 10 dwelling units per acre for the tract.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §625)

§ 27-626. Multi-Family or Two-Family Conversion.

   In an R or VC zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   There shall be a minimum of 4,000 square feet of lot area per dwelling unit.
      B.   Where an existing dwelling is converted to a multi-family or two-family dwelling, the character of the existing structure shall be maintained.
      C.   Parking, minimum habitable floor area and all other applicable require ments of this Chapter shall be met.
      D.   The structure shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations including, but not limited to, fire, health, safety and building codes.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §626)

§ 27-627. Nonconformity, Expansion or Alteration of.

   In any zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Expansion of the nonconformity shall be confined to the lot on which it is located on the effective date of this Chapter or any amendment thereto creating the nonconformity.
      B.   The total of all such expansions or alterations of use shall not exceed an additional 35 percent of the area of those buildings or structures devoted to the nonconforming use as they existed on the date on which such buildings or structures first became nonconformities.
      C.   Provision for access drives, off-street parking and off-street loading shall be consistent with standards required by this Chapter.
      D.   Provision for yards, building height and building area shall be consistent with the standards required for permitted uses in the zone in which the nonconfor mity in question is located.
      E.   Appearance should be harmonious with surrounding properties. This feature includes, but is not limited to: landscaping, enclosure of principal and accessory uses, height control, sign control, architectural control and maintenance in good condition of all improvements and open spaces.
      F.   Buffers and screens shall be provided as necessary to adequately protect neighboring properties. This includes, but is not limited to, fences, walls, plantings and open spaces.
      G.   The expansion shall not create new dimensional nonconformities or further increase existing dimensional nonconformities.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §627)

§ 27-628. Outdoor Commercial Recreation Establishment.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Setbacks - the area to be used for recreational purposes must be set back at least 35 feet from any property or street line.
      B.   The use must have access via an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      C.   Where an outdoor recreational use, other than a golf course, adjoins a residential use, trees or shrubs must be planted on the site of this use so as to form an effective visual barrier between the outdoor recreational use and adjoining residential properties.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §628)

§ 27-629. Park and Other Recreation Areas of a Nonprofit Nature.

   In the R or VC zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Consideration shall be given to traffic problems. If the nature of the park or open space area is such that it will generate a high volume of vehicular traffic then access should be via an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      B.   The Zoning Hearing Board shall decide the appropriateness of the design of parking, lighting, and similar features of the proposed use to minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §629)

§ 27-630. Personal Care Boarding Home.

   In the R or VC zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   The applicant must secure certifications or licenses from the appropriate Federal and/or State agencies.
      B.   No kitchen or dining facilities shall be permitted in individual rooms or suites.
      C.   The facility must meet all applicable fire, health, safety and building codes.
      D.   Public water and public sewer approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection must be utilized. [Ord. 2007-2]
      E.   At least one parking space for each employee plus one parking space for each bedroom shall be provided.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §630; as amended by Ord. 2007-2, 12/17/2007)

§ 27-631. Public Buildings and Facilities.

   In the R zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Setbacks - all buildings and facilities shall be set back at least 25 feet from any property line and 50 feet from a street line.
      B.   Consideration shall be given to traffic problems. If the nature of the public building or facility is such that it will generate a high volume of vehicular traffic then access should be via an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §631)

§ 27-632. Public Utility Building.

   In the R or VC zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   In the R zone, the permitted building shall not include the storage of vehicles or equipment used in the maintenance of any utility and no equipment causing unreasonable noise, vibration, smoke, odor, or hazardous effect shall be installed.
      B.   Unhoused equipment shall be enclosed with a fence or wall not less than 6 feet in height which shall be so constructed as not to have openings, holes or gaps larger than 6 inches in any dimension. Such fence must be surrounded by evergreen plantings.
      C.   Housed Equipment. When the equipment is totally enclosed within a building, no fence or screen planting shall be required and the yard shall be maintained in conformity with the zone in which the building is located.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §632)

§ 27-633. Research Laboratory.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Access shall be via an arterial or collector street as designated by the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      B.   Buffers and screens shall be provided as necessary to adequately protect neighboring properties. This includes, but is not limited to, fences, walls, plantings and open spaces.
      C.   Satisfactory provision shall be made to minimize harmful or unpleasant effects such as noise, odors, fumes, glare, vibration, and smoke. Toxic materials may only be stored or disposed of in a manner that will not be a public health hazard or a public nuisance.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §633)

§ 27-634. Rooming House.

   In the R or VC zone and subject to the requirements of the zone in which located except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   A rooming house shall be owner-occupied and shall be an accessory use to a single-family dwelling.
      B.   Each guest room shall have a habitable area of at least 100 square feet.
      C.   No facilities for cooking or dining shall be provided in individual guest rooms.
      D.   A minimum of one off-street parking space per guest room shall be provided in addition to the required parking for the dwelling unit. Failure to use the off-street parking will result in revocation of the special exception.
      E.   A rooming house shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations including, but not limited to, fire, health, safety and building codes.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §634; as amended by Ord. 2014-2, 8/4/2014, §6)

§ 27-635. Service Station or Convenience Store Dispensing Fuel.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Buildings must be set back at least 40 feet from the street line.
      B.   Pumps must be set back at least 15 feet from the street line.
      C.   Access drives must be located as follows:
         (1)   Minimum offset from intersection of street right-of-way lines - 40 feet.
         (2)   Side lot line offset - 10 feet.
         (3)   Minimum width - 12 feet.
         (4)   Maximum width - 35 feet.
         (5)   Minimum separation of drives on same lot - 25 feet.
      D.   Except along access drives, a concrete curb 8 inches in height must be placed along all street right-of-way lines.
      E.   All lights must be diverted toward the service station or downward on the lot.
      F.   No outdoor stockpiling of tires or outdoor storage of trash is permitted. An area enclosed by a wall, fence or vegetative material and screened from view of adjoining properties, shall be provided whenever outdoor storage is required. No materials may be stored so as to create a fire hazard.
      G.   At least 10 percent of the lot on which the service station is situated must be devoted to natural landscaping.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §635)

§ 27-636. Shopping Center or Mall.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Lot area - 1 acre minimum.
      B.   Lot width - 150 feet minimum.
      C.   All buildings must be set back at least 25 feet from any property line and 50 feet from a street line.
      D.   Parking must be provided at the minimum ratio of five and one-half parking spaces for each 1,000 square feet of gross leasable floor area of building.
      E.   Access must be via an arterial or collector street as designated in the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      F.   A buffer yard at least 20 feet wide must be provided on the site in all instances where the site adjoins an R zone. The buffer yard shall be naturally landscaped, have no impervious cover and shall not be used for building, parking, loading or storage purposes.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §636)

§ 27-637. Vehicle Washing Facility.

   In the VC zone and subject to the requirements of that zone except as herein modified and provided:
      A.   Lot area - 1 acre minimum.
      B.   Lot width - 100 feet minimum.
      C.   Access shall be via an arterial or collector street as designated by the Borough's Comprehensive Plan.
      D.   Public sewer and public water approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection must be utilized. [Ord. 2007-2]
      E.   The content of sanitary waste flows shall be subject to State and local regulations.
(Ord. 6/6/1988, §637; as amended by Ord. 2007-2, 12/17/2007)