A.   The GC-1 General Commercial Zone has been established as a district in which the primary use of the land is for retail and commercial establishments. The objectives in establishing this zone are to:

      1.   Designate the most appropriate land within the City for light commercial and general retail, and to prevent the scattering of commercial uses into surrounding zones;

      2.   Encourage the construction of and continued use of the land for commercial buildings;

      3.   Discourage the use of the land for dwellings and for nuisance industries or any other uses which would thwart or substantially interfere with the use of the land for its primary purpose;

      4.   Discourage "strip" or "linear" commercial along Highway 89 and adjacent arterial and collector roadways.

   B.   This zone is characterized by a mixture of businesses, retail services, commercial services and craft shops.

   C.   The GC-1 Zone shall be limited to those areas as shown on the Mapleton City General Plan, or more specifically, those areas along Highway 89 and the intersections of the City's arterial and collector roads. Said intersections along Highway 89 shall include 800 North, 400 North, Maple Street, 800 South, 1600 South and 4600 South. Mapleton City anticipates that the most valued land, which has direct frontage onto Highway 89, and corner lots onto collector and arterial streets, should be the main retail area of the GC-1 Zone. Areas behind retail commercial are best suited for light commercial and nonretail uses. (Ord. 2006-05, 4-12-2006)

The intent of the GC-1 Zone is to provide a zone primarily for the accommodation of commercial and retail uses, as well as professional offices. The GC-1 Zone is not intended for heavy commercial, manufacturing or warehousing. This zone shall be used to promote or establish commercial areas in which Mapleton City's rural atmosphere will be enhanced. The location of the GC-1 Zone shall be close to major arterial streets to provide convenient access for higher traffic volumes without hazard and without traversing through a residential area. The GC-1 Zone shall not be applied to the internal areas of residential neighborhoods. Uses characteristic of this zone are retail businesses, offices, public buildings, and minor automobile services. (Ord. 2006-05, 4-12-2006)

The following principal uses are permitted in the GC-1 Zone. Uses not specified as a permitted use or a conditional use as defined in section 18.64.035 of this chapter, or any use of land contrary to those uses specifically allowed herein, shall be considered "prohibited" in the GC-1 Zone.

Assembly use.

Athletic clubs, bodybuilding studios, spas, aerobic centers.

Auditorium.

Cafes and delis, with or without outdoor dining.

Car wash.

Child care, commercial.

Clinic, animal.

Club.

Commercial convenience store.

Commercial kennel.

Commercial mixed use.

Commercial nursery.

Commercial parking lot.

Commercial repair services.

Comprehensive mental care treatment.

Convalescent home, rest home, nursing home.

Disabled care facility.

Drive-through restaurant.

Entertainment center.

Financial institutions.

Hospital/medical center.

Office, general.

Office, intensive.

Office, medical.

Outdoor storage.

Recreation facility, commercial.

Recreation facility, private.

Recreation facility, public.

Restaurants.

Retail and service commercial.

Shopping center.

Vehicle rental.

Veterinary hospital. (Ord. 2018-08, 6-6-2018, eff. 6-28-2018)

   A.   Conditional Use Categories: Uses must be compatible with the intent of this zone as described above. The conditions imposed upon these uses must fall under one or more of the following categories:

      1.   Safety for persons and property;

      2.   Health and sanitation;

      3.   Environmental concerns;

      4.   Compliance with the General Plan or special characteristics of the zoning district;

      5.   Performance, specifically the developer's ability to complete the project;

      6.   Traffic circulation and parking;

      7.   Aesthetics, based on adopted design standards.

      8.   Compatibility with existing uses.

   B.   Conditional Uses: The following uses and structures are permitted in the GC-1 Zone only after a conditional use permit has been issued, and subject to the terms and conditions thereof. Prior to the Planning Commission's review of a conditional use permit, the applicant must have the plan reviewed by the Development Review Committee.

Gas station.

Gas station, cardlock fueling station.

Gas station with vehicle repair.

Hotel/motel.

Liquor store.

Vehicle repair.

Vehicle sales (minor).

Vehicle sales and service (major). (Ord. 2018-08, 6-6-2018, eff. 6-28-2018)

   A.   Conditionally Permitted: A mixed use commercial and single- family residential structure shall be conditionally permitted subject to the following required conditions:

      1.   Single-family residential dwelling units shall be located directly above the commercial use on the second or third story of the building. No basement units shall be permitted. No residential units shall be permitted above or below another residential dwelling unit.

      2.   All residential dwelling units must meet all applicable requirements of the International Residential Building Code as adopted by Mapleton City. Each dwelling unit will be of sufficient size to provide for a salubrious environment for the enjoyment of the residents who will occupy it. Each dwelling unit shall have a kitchen suitable for cooking and preparing meals, a bathroom with shower and bathing facilities, a living room and a bedroom. Studio apartments are permitted so long as they provide space for the amenities as described in this section. (Ord. 2006-05, 4-12-2006)

      3.   There shall be no density restrictions for single-family residential dwelling units. Rather, the site and parking requirements will be the limiting factor to the overall number of residential dwelling units. However, the Planning Commission, based on concern for health, safety and welfare, may limit the total number of proposed residential dwelling units in excess of ten (10). (Ord. 2017-01, 4-19-2017, eff. 5-12-2017)

There is no minimum lot area requirement in the GC-1 Zone except as may be dictated by off street parking requirements, adequate circulation, and property site utilization. There will be a minimum of a seventy five foot (75') frontage on a public street. All projects shall comply with the provisions of chapter 18.92, "Commercial Design Standards", of this title which is on file in the City. (Ord. 2017-01, 4-19-2017, eff. 5-12-2017)

The outside storage of any equipment, vehicles or otherwise, is strictly prohibited within any required setback areas. Any vacant land or parcel of property within the GC-1 Zone shall also be prohibited from storage of vehicles, commercial vehicles, building materials, weeds, junk and other debris. (Ord. 2017-01, 4-19-2017, eff. 5-12-2017)