1. Outdoor storage.
   1. General Standards:
      1. Except for temporary construction trailers, approved outdoor mobile vendors and mobile services operated by public service agencies (i.e. bookmobile, bloodmobiles, etc.) as allowed by the City, and trailers parked in a designated and improved loading area, no vehicle may be used for office, business, industrial manufacturing, testing, or storage of items used with or in a business, commercial or industrial enterprise, unless otherwise approved by the Zoning Administrator.
      2. The Zoning Administrator may order the owner of the property to cease or modify open storage uses including existing uses, provided it is found that such use constitutes a threat to the public health, safety, or general welfare.
   2. Residential Uses:
      1. Exceptions: The storage of materials and equipment for residential uses (excluding farms) shall be stored within a building or fully screened so as not to be visible from adjoining properties, except for the following:
         1. Clothes lines pole and wire.
         2. Patio equipment, including chairs, tables and grills.
         3. Play and recreational equipment.
         4. On street and surface parking of currently registered and operable passenger vehicles and trucks not to exceed a gross vehicle weight of 16,000 pounds.
         5. Rear or side yard exterior storage of firewood for the purpose of consumption only by the person or persons on whose property it is stored.
      2. Recreational Vehicle and Equipment Storage shall comply with the following standards.
         1. Such vehicle or equipment have affixed thereto current registration or license plates as required by law.
         2. Except upon established driveways, such vehicles shall be stored so as to comply with accessory building setbacks of the residential district.
         3. Parking and storage comply with any other applicable City regulations.
   3. Non-residential uses:
      1. All outdoor storage shall be screened so as not to be visible from adjoining properties and public streets except for the following:
         1. Merchandise being displayed for sale in accordance with zoning district requirements.
         2. Materials and equipment currently being used for construction on the premises.
      2. Parking of Commercial Vehicles: Up to 3 commercial vehicles such as delivery and service trucks up to 16,000 pounds in gross vehicle weight may be parked without screening if such vehicles relate to the principal use. Construction equipment, trailers, and vehicles over 16,000 pounds in gross vehicle weight shall require screening in compliance with NRMC 121-54.
      3. Outdoor sales display:
         1. Retail sales, service, or rental is an allowed use within the applicable zoning district.
         2. The outdoor display area is surfaced with asphalt, concrete, or pavers.
         3. The outdoor display area does not take up designated parking stalls required by NRMC 121-52.
         4. The display area is fenced and/or screened from view of neighboring residential uses in compliance with NRMC 121-55.
         5. The outdoor display area shall comply with the lot coverage and setback provisions for the applicable zoning district.
      4. All parking and vehicle storage areas shall be permanently paved with materials that support gross weights of intended vehicles.
2. Waste Material. Waste material resulting from or used in industrial or commercial manufacturing, fabricating, servicing, processing or trimming shall not be washed into the public storm sewer system, the sanitary sewer system or any public water body, but shall be disposed of in a manner approved by the Wisconsin State Fire Marshal, appropriate State or Federal agencies and the Zoning Administrator.
3. Loading and trash/refuse collection areas. Loading areas and trash/refuse collection areas shall be screened from view from the front of the lot, public rights-of-way and adjacent properties, and located on the lot according to District standards. The screening shall be accomplished with an enclosed structure constructed of materials consistent with that of the principal building and solid gate, as well as evergreen landscaping, earth berms, or a combination of these items as described in Table 15 for uses developed or redeveloped after January 1, 2015, except within the Z6 District where only a fence or other enclosed structure is to be required.
4. Bulk Storage (Liquid). All uses associated with the bulk storage of all gasoline, liquid fertilizer, chemical, flammable and similar liquids shall comply with requirements of the Wisconsin State Fire Marshall, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Offices and have documents from those offices stating the use is in compliance.
5. Radiation Emission. All activities that emit radioactivity shall comply with the minimum requirements of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
6. Electrical Emission. All activities which create electrical emissions shall comply with the minimum requirements of the Federal Communications Commission, as amended.
7. Waste Water Treatment Facility Buffer Zone. In accordance with Wisconsin Statues NR 110.15(3)(d) a 500 foot setback is hereby established for all uses, lots and buildings, except for those owned or operated by the City of New Richmond, from the City Waste Water Treatment Facility (WWTF).
8. Lot Coverage. Development of individual lots shall comply with the limits for lot coverage established for the Zoning District in which the property is located except as may be allowed by approval of a conditional use permit in accordance with NRMC 121-32, provided that:
   1. The lot shall be within a regional stormwater management plan area and in compliance as required by NRMC 109 Art IV, subject to review and approval of the Public Works Director.
   2. The lot shall be landscaped in accordance with NRMC 121-55.
   3. Development of the lot shall comply with all setback requirements of the applicable Zoning District.
      

1. Residential dwelling units must comply with the following:
   1. Single family detached homes must have a minimum footprint of 800 square feet.
   2. No garage, tent, accessory building or motor home shall at any time be used as living quarters; tents, playhouses or similar structures may be used for play or recreational purposes.
2. All buildings shall be placed on a lot so they will not obstruct future streets that may be constructed by the City in conformity with existing streets and according to the Comprehensive Plan and to the system and standards employed by the City. Furthermore, all buildings shall be placed on a lot so they will not obstruct future utility routes or the potential re-subdivision of the property.
3. Except as allowed by conditional use permit, no more than one principal building shall be located on a lot.
4. When 2 or more contiguous lots are located in the same residential district, one or more of which lack adequate area or dimensions to qualify for residential use under the current Ordinance requirements and are held in one ownership, they shall be combined in accordance with the City’s Subdivision Ordinance, prior to the issuing of a building permit.
5. Where one parcel of property is divided into 2 or more portions by reason of different zoning district classifications, each portion shall be used independently of the other in its respective zoning classification, and for the purpose of applying the regulations of this Ordinance each portion shall be considered as if in separate and different ownership. Alternatively, the entire parcel may be used as permitted by the regulations applicable to the most restrictive zoning classification. However, nothing in this section shall be construed as permitting residential use of any property within the Z7 Districts.
6. When new development is proposed on an existing lot of record, the developer shall be required to construct trail and sidewalk improvements in the public right-of-way when needed to extend or compete a trail or sidewalk connection. Such improvements shall be completed at the developer’s cost and plans must be approved by the Director of Public Works.
7. Building Material Standards.
   1. General Provisions.
      1. Except in association with farming activities, no galvanized or unfinished steel or unfinished aluminum buildings (walls or roofs), except those specifically intended to have a corrosive designed finish such as corten steel shall be permitted in any zoning district.
      2. Buildings in all zoning districts shall maintain a high standard of architectural and aesthetic compatibility with surrounding properties to ensure that they will not adversely impact the property values of the adjacent properties or adversely impact the community’s public health, safety and general welfare.
      3. Exterior Building Finishes.
         1. The primary exterior building facade finishes shall consist of materials comparable in grade and quality to the following:
            1. Brick
               
            2. Natural stone
               
            3. Integral colored split face (rock face) concrete block
               
            4. Cast in place concrete or pre-cast concrete panels
               
            5. Wood, provided the surfaces are finished for exterior use or wood of proven exterior durability is used, such as cedar, redwood, or cypress
               
            6. Curtain wall panels of steel, fiberglass and aluminum (non-structural, non-load bearing), provided such panels are factory fabricated and finished with a durable non-fade surface and their fasteners are of a corrosion resistant design
               
            7. Glass curtain wall panels
               
            8. Stucco
               
            9. Vinyl
               
            10. Other materials determined as acceptable by the Zoning Administrator.
         2. Building foundations and other such portions of a building’s facade need not comply with the requirements for the primary facade treatment or materials.
   2. Non-Residential Uses.
      1. For non-residential uses, any exposed metal or fiberglass finish shall be limited to 80 percent of the surface of any building wall. Any metal finish utilized in the building shall be a minimum of 26 gauge steel. All sides of the principal and accessory structures are to have essentially the same or coordinated, harmonious exterior finish materials and treatment. The roof slope shall be limited to a maximum of 1:12 slope, unless approved by the Zoning Administrator.
      2. Properties located in the Z-6 Central Business District shall also comply with the purpose and intent of the “City of New Richmond Downtown Design Guidelines”, as may be amended.
      3. Site and building design shall orient higher quality architectural features and elements (non-metal siding) towards the public street corridors.
         
      4. Properties shall incorporate a combination of quality design techniques such as height variations, wall plane projections or recessions, variation in building material and color, or repeating patterns of building articulation, if they have frontage along STH 64, STH 65, Business HWY 64, and West Richmond Way.
         
   3. Z7 Special Use Districts.
      1. In Z7 Special Use districts, all buildings constructed of curtain wall panels of metal or fiberglass shall be faced with brick, wood, stone, architectural concrete cast in place or pre-cast concrete panels on all wall surfaces. The required wall surface treatment may allow up to 50 percent of any metal or fiberglass wall surface to remain exposed if it is coordinated into the architectural design. For buildings which abut residential uses, the building material requirements for non-residential in Subsection 2 above shall apply. In cases where buildings are not visible from adjacent residential uses, the Zoning Administrator may grant an exception to the building material requirements of subsection 2 above.
      2. The Zoning Administrator may grant a deferment to a developer of metal buildings or building additions in this district from the exterior wall design requirements of this section when the building or building addition will be constructed in more than one phase subject to the following:
         1. The deferment shall be until the second construction phase is complete or up to five years, whichever is less; and
         2. The building owner shall provide the City with an irrevocable letter of credit for an amount 150% the estimated cost of the required exterior wall treatment. The bank and letter of credit shall be subject to the approval of the City Attorney. The letter of credit shall secure compliance with this Chapter.
   4. Exceptions. Exceptions to the provisions of this section may be allowed by conditional use permit, provided that:
      1. The proposed building maintains the quality and value intended by this Section.
      2. The proposed building is compatible and in harmony with other structures within the district.
      3. The proposed building is found to comply with the provisions and criteria of NRMC 121-32.
8. Temporary Structures. The placement and use of a temporary structure in all zoning districts may be approved by an administrative permit issued by the Zoning Administrator subject to the following provisions:
   1. No administrative permit shall be issued for a temporary structure unless a building permit has been issued for a new structure, addition or remodeling of an existing structure on the property.
   2. The administrative permit shall terminate nine (9) months from its date of issuance, or within thirty (30) days after a certificate of occupancy has been issued by the building inspector for the permanent structure, whichever occurs first, unless a different time schedule is approved as part of the permit.
   3. Temporary structures may be placed in a required building setback area, provided that no such structure may be placed within thirty feet (30’) of a public right-of-way or obstruct visibility at any street intersection or driveway access.
   4. Temporary structures shall comply with all applicable requirements of the Building Code.
   5. Provisions for water and sewer servicing the temporary structures shall be subject to the review and approval of the Building Inspector.
   6. There shall be adequate access and off-street parking provided for the temporary structure subject to approval of the Zoning Administrator.
      

The following performance standards for conditional uses listed in Table 3 shall apply in addition to the general performance standards in NRMC 121-32. No conditional use permit shall be approved for the specified uses unless the project is in compliance with these standards. Conditional uses not listed here will need to meet conditions listed in NRMC 121-32. The Zoning Administrator may apply additional reasonable conditions on a conditional use permit to fully comply with the intent of this Ordinance.

Permit
required

1. Adult-oriented establishments.
   1. The regulatory and licensing requirements of NRMC 50-V Div 2 (Offenses Involving Public Nudity and Sex) of the City Code are met.
   2. No more than one adult entertainment or adult-oriented use may be established on any one parcel.
   3. Any adult entertainment uses shall be at least 1,000 feet from any other adult entertainment use. No adult entertainment use shall be permitted within 500 feet of any establishment serving alcohol beverages, within 500 feet of property with residential forms or functions, within 500 feet of any agricultural property or within 500 feet of any school, library, church, park, playground, or daycare facility.
   4. There shall be no sale of intoxicating or fermented malt beverages.
   5. Signs advertising any adult entertainment uses shall conform with NRMC 121-44 with the exception, however, that no tower or portable signs or billboards shall be permitted on the premises, and with the further exception that signs will not depict or describe specified anatomical areas or specified sexual activities, and provided further that there shall be no flashing or traveling lights located outside the building.
   6. Adequate unfenced parking shall be provided in a lighted area.
   7. There shall be no display windows on the premises.
   8. As part of the conditional use review process, an inventory of the surrounding area and population shall be made along with a study of the proposed development and plans for the area so as to enable the Plan Commission to make appropriate findings relative to the effect of the establishment of such a use in that area.
2. Bed and Breakfasts (B&B).
   1. Such use shall not create noise, light, traffic or other conditions detrimental to neighboring residents.
   2. There shall be no other B&B parcel located within 500 feet of the proposed B&B parcel.
   3. Such use shall meet all applicable building and fire codes, and comply with all business license, revenue collection, and health laws of the City of New Richmond and the State of Wisconsin.
3. Beer Gardens. No beer garden shall be permitted, maintained or operated except in conformity with the following restrictions:
   1. Every beer garden shall be completely enclosed with a fence or wall not less than 4 feet in height.
   2. Every fence or wall shall be constructed of decorative wrought iron, wood, masonry fence or chain link, which shall be aesthetically compatible to the neighborhood. Egress gates shall be as required by the Building Code. The fence strength shall be equivalent to all applicable building code guard rail requirements. All applicable zoning restrictions shall apply and applicant shall obtain a building permit as necessary. Snow fence, spiked picket configuration fence and wire fence of any type other than manufactured chain link are prohibited.
      
      Prohibited
      form or function
      
   3. Background sound shall not constitute a public nuisance.
   4. A beer garden must be located on an impervious surface or hard allweather decking material.
   5. The beer garden area shall be particularly described and included within the intoxicating liquor and/or fermented malt beverage licensed premises.
   6. Every permittee under this section shall comply with and enforce provisions of Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 125, applicable to Class B licensed premises, except insofar as such provisions are clearly inapplicable. Violation of the provisions of Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 125, shall be grounds for immediate revocation of the beer garden permit.
   7. Each beer garden conditional use permit shall be subject to quarterly review by the Plan Commission or as otherwise deemed necessary by the Plan Commission.
   8. Beer gardens are considered a privilege and not a right. The beer garden conditional use permit may be revoked by the Plan Commission following notice to the permittee and a public hearing. The conditional use permit may be revoked, among other reasons, if one or more of the conditions listed in the permit or in this section have been violated, or if the beer garden area is operated in a manner which constitutes a public nuisance. Following any revocation of a beer garden permit, no application for the same shall be filed within one year from the date of revocation, unless permitted by the Plan Commission. Following revocation, a permittee would be required to submit a new conditional use application and pay all applicable fees in order to obtain a beer garden conditional use permit.
      
      Public
      hearing
      
   9. The beer garden shall not have an undue adverse impact upon nearby property, the character of the neighborhood, traffic conditions, parking or other matters affecting the public health, welfare or convenience.
   10. All signage associated with the beer garden must comply with the City’s sign Ordinances.
   11. No person shall consume or have in his/her possession alcohol beverages on any unenclosed part of the licensed premises which is not described in a valid beer garden conditional use permit.
4. Car Wash.
   1. The use shall be oriented to minimize noise impacts on surrounding properties. City Staff Development Review may also require additional landscaping to mitigate the potential impacts.
   2. Car wash bay doors shall close automatically during the wash cycle to minimize noise impacts.
   3. The exit from the car wash shall have a drainage system which is subject to the approval of City Staff and gives special consideration to the prevention of ice build-up during winter months.
   4. Hours of operation shall be limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. daily.
   5. A bypass lane shall be provided for each drive-through use, allowing cars to leave the drive-through lane from the stacking area.
   6. The site shall provide stacking space for the car wash. The amount of stacking space shall take into account the type of car wash and the amount of time it takes to wash a vehicle. Stacking spaces shall not interfere with parking spaces or traffic circulation.
5. Childcare Center/Daycare Facility.
   1. Unless exempted by the Zoning Administrator, where an outdoor play area of a Daycare Facility abuts any non-residential use or public right-of-way, the Daycare Facility shall provide screening along the shared boundary of such uses, zones or public rights-of-way.
   2. The structure and operation shall be in compliance with State of Wisconsin Department of Human Services regulations and shall be licensed accordingly.
6. Community Living (9-15 residents), subject to Wisconsin Statutes, Chapter 50.
7. College, High School, Trade School, Elementary School.
   1. The site shall be served by a minor arterial or higher classification of roadway.
   2. A master plan shall be submitted that describes proposed physical development for the next five years and for the following five years. Said plan shall include a description of proposed development phases and plans, development priorities, the probable sequence of proposed development, estimated dates of construction and the anticipated interim use of property waiting to be developed.
   3. A transportation management plan shall be submitted to address off-street parking, bus loading and unloading, traffic control, and the impact of the facility on surrounding roadways (where applicable).
8. Gas Stations / Convenience.
   1. Principal Frontage access may be allowed.
   2. All vending machines shall be located indoors.
   3. Outdoor display of products shall not block vehicle and pedestrian access routes and is prohibited closer to the street than pump islands.
      
      Prohibited
      form or function
      
9. Hospital, Nursing Home and Similar Uses.
   1. The site and related parking and service entrances are served by an arterial or collector street of sufficient capacity to accommodate the traffic which will be generated.
   2. An off street rider drop-off and pick up drive and entrance is provided.
   3. Vehicular entrances to parking or service areas shall create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
10. Event centers and full kitchen facilities that are secondary or accessory to breweries and distilleries, provided that:
    1. The sale, consumption, and/or distribution of alcohol beverages shall comply with NRMC 6 and Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 125.
    2. The hours of operation for the event center and/or kitchen shall be limited from 7:00 A.M. to 1:00 A.M., unless extended by the Plan Commission in approving the conditional use permit.
    3. The site design shall provide for exclusive off-street parking stalls and drive aisles for the event center that shall be separate from and not cause conflicts with semi-tractor/trailer access, circulation, and loading areas.
    4. Off-street parking stalls shall be provided equal to that required for a restaurant use within the Z3 District and designed in accordance with NRMC 121-52.
       

1. General Performance Standards.
   1. Any lighting used to illuminate an off-street parking area, sign or other structures shall comply with the following standards:
      1. Glare, whether direct or reflected, as differentiated from general illumination shall not be visible beyond the limits of the site from which it originates.
      2. No light which is flashing, revolving or otherwise resembles a traffic-control signal shall be allowed in any area where it could create a hazard for passing vehicular traffic.
      3. No searchlights shall be allowed for advertising in any area.
      4. The use of laser source light or any similar high intensity light for outdoor advertising or entertainment, when projected above the horizontal, is prohibited.
      5. Light fixtures and freestanding luminaires shall have a cutoff angle of less than or equal to 90 degrees.
      6. Lighting shall not exceed 1 foot candle as measured at the property line or center line of public street, except that outdoor display lots shall be allowed to increase to 3 foot candles.
   2. The height of a freestanding luminaire shall not exceed 35 feet or extend above the roof line of the principal building, whichever is less.
   3. Freestanding luminaires used for outdoor athletic fields and recreation areas that exceed the height limitation may be approved by conditional use permit.
   4. All canopy lighting for motor fuel stations shall be recessed into the canopy.
   5. Accent lighting used to highlight building facades, foliage, or selected architectural features shall be permitted provided the light source is shielded.
   6. All display lot lighting shall utilize fully shielded luminaires that are installed in a fashion that maintains the fully shielded characteristics.
2. Temporary lighting.
   1. Request; renewal; information required. Any person may submit, in written form, to the office of the Building Inspector, a temporary exemption request. The request shall contain the following information:
      1. Duration of requested exemption(s).
      2. Proposed location on premises of the proposed lighting fixture(s).
      3. Purpose of proposed lighting.
      4. Information of each luminaire and lamp combination as required herein.
      5. Previous temporary exemptions, if any, and addresses of premises thereunder.
      6. Such other data and information as may be required by the designated official.
   2. Approval, duration. The designation official shall have five business days from the date of submission of the request for temporary exemption to act, in writing, on the request. If approved, the exemption shall be valid for not more than 30 days from the date of issuance of the approval. The approval shall be renewable upon further written request, at the discretion of the designated official for a maximum of one additional 30- day period. The designated official is not authorized to grant more than one temporary permit and one renewal for a 30-day period for the same property within one calendar year.
   3. Disapproval; appeal. If the request for temporary exemption or its extension is disapproved, the person making the request may appeal to the Zoning Board of Appeals under NRMC 2.
3. Applicability.
   1. New Uses, Buildings and Major Additions or Modifications. For all proposed new land uses, developments, buildings, and structures that require a permit, all outdoor lighting fixtures shall meet the requirements of this Section. Whenever any building additions or modifications of 25% or more in terms additional dwelling units, gross floor area, or parking spaces, either with a single addition or cumulative of additions, occurs subsequent to January 1, 2015, the entire property shall be required to comply with the requirements of this Section.
   2. Minor Additions. Additions or modifications of less than 25% of the existing uses (“Minor Additions”), as defined by Section 1 above, and that require any permit, shall also require the submission of a more complete inventory and site plan detailing all existing and any proposed new outdoor lighting. Any new lighting on the site shall meet the requirements of this Section with regard to shielding and lamp type.
   3. Resumption of Use After Abandonment. If a property or use with nonconforming lighting is abandoned as defined below, then all outdoor lighting shall be reviewed and brought into compliance with this Section before the use is resumed. ·
   4. Roadways. Lighting for public roadways is exempt from the provisions of this Section except that:
      1. Any outdoor lighting for private roads shall comply with this Section.
4. Other exemptions.
   1. State and Federal facilities. Compliance with the intent of this Ordinance at all State and Federal facilities is encouraged, but not required.
   2. Emergency lighting. Emergency lighting, used by police, firefighting, or medical personnel, or at their discretion, is exempt from all requirements of this Ordinance for as long as the emergency exists.
   3. Swimming pool and fountain lighting. Underwater lighting used for the illumination of swimming pools and fountains is exempt from the lamp type and shielding standards provided herein, though it must conform to all provisions of this Ordinance.
   4. Flags, lighted. Outdoor lighted flags are exempt from this Ordinance provided the lighting is directed away from the public right of way and does not cause light trespass or glare.
   5. Towers. Legally required safety lighting for towers shall be exempt from the Ordinance.
   6. Airfields and airports. These facilities, both commercial and noncommercial, shall be exempt from the provisions of this Ordinance where lighting is used for air safety reasons. All other lighting shall conform to this Ordinance.
   7. Construction lighting. Lighting of construction sites shall be exempt from the temporary lighting duration requirements as outlined above. The allowable duration for temporary construction lighting will be determined by the Zoning Administrator on a case by case basis.
      

1. 1. General to Zones Z2, Z3, Z4, Z5, Z6, Z7:
      1. Parking shall be accessed by rear alleys, when such are available. In these circumstances, a 0-foot rear setback is allowed.
      2. Parking in the City is intended to be shared to the greatest extent practicable in all mixed-use areas.
      3. Driveways and vehicular entrances to parking lots, garages, and parking structures shall be no wider than 28 feet for residential and 35 feet for commerical/industrial at the lot line. The Director of Public Works may approve wider driveways or additional turn lanes to accommodate large vehicles or high traffic areas in accordance with NRMC 70-39(b)(1).
         
   2. Specific to Zones Z2:
      1. A minimum driveway length of 25 feet from the property line is required to limit conflicts between vehicles parked in the driveway and street or sidewalk users.
   3. Specific to Zones Z3, Z6:
      1. Not more than 50% of the parking shall be located between the principal building and the principal frontage.
         1. See “Landscape and screening of off-street parking and loading facilities” for conditions for locating a greater percentage of parking between the principal building and the street.
         2. Shared parking arrangements between nearby uses are encouraged.
            
   4. Specific To Zones Z4, Z5, Z6:
      1. Pedestrian exits from all parking lots, garages, and parking structures shall be directly to a frontage line (i.e., not directly into a building) except underground levels which may be exited by pedestrians directly into a building.
         
         
   5. 1. TABLE 13: MINIMUM DIMENSIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PARKING
         

         Angle of Parking (x)	Stall Width Parallel to Aisle (a)	Stall Length of Line (b)	Aisle Width (c)	Stall Depth (d)
         45 degrees	12 ft 7 in	25 ft	12 ft	17 ft 6 in
         60 degrees	10 ft 4 in	22 ft	16 ft	19 ft
         75 degrees	9 ft 3 in	20 ft	23 ft	19 ft 6 in
         90 degrees	9 ft	18 ft	26 ft	18 ft

         
      2. Access and location. Parking areas shall have access to a public alley or street. Driveways shall be located to minimize interference with traffic movement.
         
      3. Turnaround. All parking areas except those serving single-family and two family dwellings on local streets shall be designed so that cars do not have to back into the public street.
         
      4. Surfacing. All driveways and areas intended to be utilized for parking spaces shall be constructed of bituminous asphalt, concrete, or pavers. Such surfacing shall be approved by the Director of Public Works and maintained in good repair.
         
      5. Walkways. Parking areas shall have walkways separated from the parking area and surfaced with bituminous asphalt, pavers, or concrete to provide access from parking areas to the entrances of buildings, when deemed necessary by City Staff.
         
      6. Drainage. All parking or paved areas shall be adequately served by storm sewer or other approved stormwater facilities as approved by the Director of Public Works.
      7. Curbs. A 6-inch high, poured-in-place concrete curb shall be provided at the periphery of all parking lots and internal access drives, except ribbon or surmountable curb shall be allowed as provided for below:
         1. Expansion of an existing parking lot or internal access drives constructed prior to January 1, 2015 without periphery concrete curb.
         2. Where needed to allow for storm water drainage to basins or structures.
         3. Where required to allow for internal site circulation of delivery vehicles accessing loading areas.
         4. On one side of the parking area for snow removal operations.
         5. Outdoor sales areas as allowed by NRMC 121-48(a) shall not require curb as provided for by this section.
      8. Required parking. Off-street parking shall be provided to meet the demand for the proposed land use. The applicant shall calculate this demand based on generally accepted engineering standards, such as published in the Institute of Transportation Engineer's Parking Generation Reports, or the Urban Land Institute Shared Parking Study. Analysis should give consideration to peak hour parking demand, proximity to on-street parking or public parking lots, shared parking agreements with adjacent properties, number of employees, number and type of dwelling units and corresponding anticipated occupancy, and vehicle-ownership ratios, among other factors. The parking demand projections and methodologies shall be reviewed by City staff and the Plan Commission as part of the application review and approval process. Residential uses, as identified in Table 3, Section J of the Zoning Ordinance, shall endeavor, but are not required, to provide 1.5 off-street parking stalls per dwelling unit.
   6. Legal Non-Conforming Parking Areas.
      
      1. All non-conforming parking areas existing prior to January 1, 2015 can be improved (paved), with an Administrative Permit, as long as the following are met:
         
         1. No increase in the surface area of the parking lot unless approved by the Director of Public Works.
            
         2. Is not associated with a change in primary use of the property.
            
      2. Additions to existing non-conforming parking areas shall be governed by the following:
         
         1. If the existing parking lot is increased in gross area by 50% or more, the entire parking lot shall be made to conform with current City Ordinances.
            
         2. If the existing parking lot is increased by less than 50%, only the portion of the parking lot that is added shall be required to conform with current City Ordinances.
            
      3. Regular parking lot maintenance will be exempt from permitting
         
         1. Maintenance will include any reasonable repairs that are necessary to extend the life of the parking lot, including but not limited to; sweeping, pot hole filling, chip or crack sealing and resealing.
            
         2. Maintenance will also include construction work on a parking lot that will be like-for-like replacement of the existing facility.
            
   7. Restrictions for Residential Uses.
      1. Unless the district regulations provide otherwise, off-street vehicle parking is permitted in the following yards:
         1. A rear yard.
         2. A side yard not adjoining a street.
         3. A front yard, but only on a driveway not exceeding 28 feet in width and not nearer than five feet to a front or side property line.
      2. Vehicle limitations.
         1. For residential uses, accessory off-street parking facilities shall be solely for the parking of passenger automobiles not exceeding a gross vehicle weight rating of Class 4 (14,001 lbs.).
         2. All vehicles shall be parked on a driveway compliant with the dimension and design requirements of NRMC 121-52(a)(5) or within a garage.
         3. All vehicles parked on a residential lot shall be in condition for safe and legal operation upon public streets.
         4. All vehicles parked on a residential lot shall display current license plates.
            
   8. Handicap Parking. The size, number, and location of stalls reserved for handicapped parking shall be provided and identified as required by applicable state and federal regulations.
2. Loading Areas. Loading areas shall be located per District Standards and fully screened from public streets, public parks and residential areas through landscaping and building design measures.
   
   
   
   

The Traffic Visibility Zone shall be kept clear of all obstructions, including all buildings, structures, landscaping. The zone shall be described as follows: The area of a corner lot bounded by intersecting street curb or street edge and a diagonal line intersecting said street curb or street edge at a distance of 35 feet from the corner of the intersection the street, except:

1. In the case of a driveway or alley, the distance shall be reduced to 10 feet from the corner of the intersection of the street and said driveway or alley.
2. In the case of arterial streets intersecting with other arterial streets or railways, the distance shall be increased to 50 feet from the corner of the intersection of the street and said arterial street or railroad.
   

(Traffic visibility zone diagram)

1. Location. All boundary line fences shall be located entirely within the private property of the person, firm or corporation constructing or causing the construction of such fence. Fences and retaining walls shall not be placed within any drainage or utility easement unless also reviewed and approved by the Director of Public Works.
2. Construction and Maintenance.
   1. Fence materials and design shall be compatible with other structures on the property and shall be maintained in a condition of reasonable repair.
   2. All posts or similar supporting instruments used in the construction of fences shall be faced inward toward the property being fenced.
   3. The finished side (i.e. having no structural supports) of any fence shall be faced outward from the property being fenced.
3. Access. All fences shall be provided with a gate which affords reasonable and convenient access for public safety.
4. Barb Wire and Electric Fences. Barbed wire fences and electric fences shall only be allowed when related to farming activities located within the Z1 District or Z7 District when required for security. These fences may have arms projecting into the applicant’s property on which barbed wire can be fastened commencing at a point at least 7 feet above the ground.
5. Drainage. Fences shall not obstruct natural drainage.
6. Fence standards.
   1. The maximum height of a solid fence extending across required front yards shall be no greater than 3 feet in height. Such fences may be increased to a maximum height of 4 feet if constructed of open, decorative, ornamental or chain link fencing materials that are less than 50% opaque.
   2. Fences shall not exceed 6 feet in height, except for non-residential uses may be erected up to 8 feet in height. Fences in excess of 8 feet shall require a conditional use permit.
   3. Z7 fence standards shall be established at the time of site plan approval.
      

(Fence standards diagram)

1. Landscaping.

a) The front, side and rear yards of each site not utilized for building, parking (where permitted) or other improvements shall be landscaped utilizing an effective combination of street trees, grass, ground cover and shrubbery. Undeveloped areas in the interior of the site shall be seeded with appropriate grasses and maintained neat and orderly. All tree trimmings, stumps, and construction debris shall be promptly removed and not be accumulated or stored on-site.

b) Minimum Landscaping requirements:

(1)  Single and Two Family Dwellings – Shall have hardy turf grass, one tree (front or side yard) and 5 shrubs.

(2)  All other applications require a landscape plan subject to the review of City Staff based on current standards.

c) All properties within the City subject to subdivision, development or redevelopment, or renovation shall be subject to the requirements of this section, with the exception of airport structures.

2. Planting plan.

a) A planting plan shall be submitted with development and redevelopment applications. The planting plan shall indicate the location, quantity and common name of all proposed plantings as well as other pertinent landscape features such as retaining walls, berms, swales, lighting, irrigation extents etc.

b) All disturbed site areas including public rights-of-way and private lots shall be finish graded to control the quantity and quality of stormwater runoff and be restored with appropriate ground cover, herbaceous and woody vegetation.

3. Tree preservation.

a) With respect to existing trees in new developments, all trees on the site are to be saved unless they must be removed for street, buildings, utilities, drainage or active recreational purposes. Trees over 6-inches in diameter are to remain, unless otherwise approved by the Director of Public Works. These trees are to be protected with snow fences or other suitable enclosure, prior to excavation. The City may further require that the property owner and/or developer retain a professional forester to prepare a forest inventory and management plan for the development in order to control and abate any existing or potential shade tree disease and to save trees from construction loss.

b) The removal of any tree 8” caliper or larger shall be replaced according to a 1:1 replacement ratio.  Minimum landscaping requirements shall count toward the replacement ratio. The City shall require a fee of not less than $100 for any un-replaced tree unless the tree is dead, or a prohibited species.

4. Types and species of trees.

a) All plant species shall be non-invasive, indigenous and or native to the appropriate USDA hardiness zone and physical characteristics for Western Wisconsin. Prohibited species include

i) Prohibited form or function

ii) Siberian Elm - (Ulmus pumila)

iii) Boxelder - (Acer negundo)

iv) Cottonwood (Populus deltoides)

v) Ginkgo-Female only (Ginkgo biloba)

vi) Ash (Fraxinus spp.)

5. Minimum planting sizes and equivalents.

a) Deciduous shade trees: 2 -inch caliper.

b) Deciduous ornamental trees: 1.5-inch caliper.

c) Coniferous trees: 6 feet in height.

d) Evergreen shrubs used for screening purposes including those used in conjunction with berming shall be a minimum of 3 feet in height.

6. Slopes and berms. Final slope grades steeper than the ratio of 3:1 shall not be permitted without special approval of adequate slope stabilization measures such as groundcover plantings and retaining walls.

7. Landscape and screening of off-street parking and loading facilities.

a) Off-street parking facilities containing 5 or more spaces and all loading facilities shall be screened from the following:

i) Sidewalks and streets.

ii) Lots used for any residential use or residential mixed-use lot line.

iii) All screening shall consist of a combination of the following elements so as to provide a minimum 80% opacity throughout the year.

iv) The complement of shrubs and trees fulfilling requirements for the screening of off-street parking and loading described in this Ordinance shall be not less than 60% evergreen and not more than 40% deciduous.

v) Additional parking may be located between the principal building and the street in Z3 if landscaping screening strip widths and plant quantities are doubled.

b) Screening adjacent to public sidewalks and streets shall include at least 2 of the following:

i) A landscape screening strip at least 5 feet wide, planted with turf grass and deciduous and/or evergreen shrubs.

ii) Earth berm (if space permits).

8. Internal parking lot landscaping.

a) Freestanding parking stall rows shall be delineated by landscape islands with high-back, surmountable, or ribbon curb at the end of each row.  Landscape islands shall provide at least one parking space width of landscape area.

b) A minimum of 1 deciduous or ornamental tree, shall be planted in each island. Tree species are subject to review by the City Forester. Additional landscaping may include salt-tolerant low shrubs, perennial grasses or flowers. Where possible, landscape islands should be depressed and surrounded by flat ribbon curbs to facilitate storm water infiltration.

9. Landscape maintenance.

a) Landscaping, including plantings required in this Ordinance such as lawns, groundcovers, trees, shrubs and herbaceous perennial and annual gardens, shall be kept in healthy condition, free of invasive plants and weeds, in perpetuity.

b) Landscaping plans require a financial guarantee per NRMC 121-31 and shall not be deemed complete until the City has verified survivability of all required plantings through 1 winter season, which is defined for the purpose of this Section as the period of October 31 through April 30.

10. Zone specific standards.

a) All Zones.

i) Alternatives to mowed turf lawns are allowed with proper maintenance per landscape maintenance requirements above.

ii) In addition to all other landscaping requirements, where a nonresidential use is visible from a public street or from a district boundary, the City will require compliance with screening. City Staff Development Review shall have discretion to modify these requirements to respond to specific site characteristics.

iii) Trees shall not be located closer than 5 feet from any property line.

b) In addition to all other landscaping requirements, where a Z7-I district adjoins another district, the following must be provided:

i) Along any lot line that is a district boundary, a buffer strip not less than 30 feet in width shall be provided. A minimum of a single row of plant materials at least 6 feet in height, of such variety and growth habits as to provide a year-round effective visual screen shall be planted within the exterior 25 feet of the property line abutting the adjacent district.

ii) The width of the required buffer strip may be reduced to a minimum of 15 feet if a solid fence not less than 8 feet in height is constructed along the property line or plant materials at least 6 feet in height, of such variety and growth habits as to provide a year-round effective visual screen, are planted in 2 rows adjacent to the property line abutting the residential district.

iii) Plants shall be installed in conformance with the following standards:

(1) Plant material centers shall not be located closer than 5 feet from any property line.

(2) Coniferous trees shall be planted not more than 15 feet apart.

(3) Deciduous trees shall be planted not more than 40 feet apart.

iv) If the required planting screen is set back from the industrial-residential boundary, the portion of the buffer strip facing the adjacent district shall be attractively maintained. The buffer strip shall not be used for parking of vehicles or storage of any material or accessory uses.

1. An accessory use or structure in any zoning district shall not be established prior to the principal use or structure being present or under construction.
2. Recreation equipment such as tree houses, above or in-ground swimming pools, hot tubs, play houses, etc. shall comply with the minimum accessory structure setbacks.
3. Accessory structures for residential uses shall comply with the following requirements:.
   1. No detached accessory structures shall occupy more than 30% of the rear yard area.
   2. No shipping/storage containers or pods shall be allowed unless they are used for moving in and out of a residence, and shall be allowed for no longer than 30 days from the date of delivery. Only one shipping/storage container or pod shall be allowed per residence.
4. Accessory structures for commercial, industrial and institutional uses shall not occupy more than 30 percent of the lot area, except as allowed by conditional use permit.
5. Swimming Pools.
   1. Exempt pools. Storable children’s swimming or wading pools, with a maximum dimension of 15 feet and a maximum wall height of 15 inches and which are so constructed that it may be readily disassembled for storage and reassembled to its original integrity are exempt from the provisions of this section.
   2. Construction requirements. In addition to such other requirements as may be reasonably imposed by the Building Inspector, the Building Inspector shall not issue a permit for construction unless the following construction requirements are observed:
      1. All materials and methods of construction in the construction, alteration, addition, remodeling or other improvements and pool installation shall be in accord with all State regulations and Ordinance and with any and all Ordinances of the City now in effect or hereafter enacted.
      2. All plumbing work shall be in accordance with all applicable Ordinances of the City and all State codes.
      3. All electrical installations, including lighting and heating but not limited thereto, which are provided for, installed and used in conjunction with a private swimming pool shall be in conformance with the State laws and City Ordinances regulating electrical installations.
   3. Setbacks and other requirements.
      1. Swimming pools shall be erected or constructed on a lot occupied by a principal building on rear or side yards within the allowable lot occupation for accessory buildings, except that the side yard setback shall be double the minimum required within the applicable zoning district.
      2. No swimming pool shall be erected or constructed on an otherwise vacant lot. A lot shall not be considered vacant if the owner owns the contiguous lot and said lot is occupied by a principal building.
   4. Fence.
      1. Pools within the scope of this section which are not enclosed with a permanent building shall be completely enclosed by a fence of sufficient strength to prevent access to the pool, or shall have a cover or other protective device over such swimming pool of such a design and material that the same can be securely fastened in place and when in place shall be capable of sustaining a person weighing 250 pounds. Such cover or protective device shall be securely fastened in place at all times when the swimming pool is not in actual use for swimming or bathing purposes. Such fence or wall shall not be less than six feet in height and so constructed as not to have voids, holes or openings larger than four inches in one dimension. Gates or doors shall be kept locked while the pool is not in actual use.
      2. The pool enclosure may be omitted where portable pools are installed aboveground and have a raised deck around the entire pool perimeter with an attached enclosed railing a minimum of 36 inches high on the top or where the sidewalls are a minimum of 48 inches high and pool ladders can be secured when not in use.
   5. Drainage. Every private or residential swimming pool shall be provided with a suitable draining method and, in no case, shall waters from any pool be drained onto lands of other property owners or into the sanitary sewer system, except by approval from the Zoning Administrator.
   6. Filter system required. All private swimming pools within the meaning of this Ordinance must have, in connection therewith, some filtration system to assure proper circulation of the water therein and maintenance of the proper bacterial quality thereof.
   7. Dirt bottoms prohibited. All swimming pools of a permanent nature shall have the sides and bottom of a smooth finish, and no sand or dirt bottom shall be permitted.
6. Outdoor Seating Areas.
   1. Process:
      1. Outdoor seating areas accessory to a restaurant use defined as a beer garden by this Ordinance shall require a conditional use permit subject to NRMC 121-50(c) and the provisions of this subsection.
      2. Outdoor seating areas accessory to a restaurant use (other than a beer garden) shall be an allowed use within the Z3, Z4 and Z6 Districts subject to approval of the Zoning Administrator in accordance with NRMC 121-30.
   2. Functional requirements:
      1. The outdoor seating area shall be limited to the area directly adjacent to the property owned and/or operated by the primary restaurant and shall not be located upon public right-of-way.
      2. The outdoor seating area shall be segregated from through vehicle drive lanes by a raised 6 inch concrete curb and from pedestrian circulation by means of temporary fencing, bollards, ropes, plantings, etc.
      3. Minimum clear passage zone for pedestrians at the perimeter of the outdoor seating area shall be at least 3 feet without interference from parked motor vehicles, bollards, trees, tree gates, curbs, stairways, trash receptacles, street lights, parking meters, etc.
      4. Overstory canopy of trees or umbrellas extending into the pedestrian clear passage zone or drive aisles shall have a minimum clearance of 7 feet above grade.
      5. Furniture shall not be stored, stacked and/or covered in the outdoor seating area and shall be movable to allow for seasonal changes.
      6. No electronically amplified outdoor music, intercom, audio speakers, or other such noise generating devices shall be allowed in the outdoor seating area.
   3. Aesthetic requirements:
      1. Furniture shall be washable, constructed of metal, plastic or other weather resistant materials and maintained in a safe and sanitary condition.
      2. Annual/perennial flowers shall be used to enhance streetscape aesthetics and plant material shall be in containers to allow for movement.
      3. The structure separating the outdoor seating area from vehicle driveways and pedestrian sidewalk shall be decorative wood, metal or vinyl fencing not less than 4 feet in height and shall be compatible with the architecture of the principal building.
      4. One covered trash receptacle matching appearance of other furniture shall be provided for every eight tables.
7. Accessory structures used for agricultural purposes on farms shall be exempt from the area limits, height restrictions, and building type and construction standards of this Ordinance.
   

Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to allow the limited use of principal dwelling units and permitted accessory structures for home occupation purposes, subject to specified conditions. These provisions aim to support small-scale business activity while protecting the character and integrity of surrounding residential areas from potential adverse impacts. For specific allowances related to home occupations, refer to Section 121-36, Table 3.

1. General Standards. The following standards apply to all home occupations:

1. The home occupation shall be conducted entirely within the principal dwelling unit or permitted accessory structure.
2. The person primarily in charge of the home occupation shall reside at the property where the home occupation occurs.
3. The home occupation shall be clearly incidental and secondary to the use of a dwelling or accessory structure, and the appearance of the structure shall not be altered.
4. There shall be no exterior storage of materials, goods, supplies or equipment related to the operation of the home occupation. Vehicles shall be parked on a driveway or inside an enclosed structure.
5. The home occupation shall not produce smoke, odor, glare, noise, dust, vibration, fire hazards, or electrical interference. The stationary noise shall not exceed the limits set forth in Section 50-87(d) for residential zones. Additionally, the home occupation shall not create any condition that endangers public health or safety.
6. Customers, clients, and deliveries shall only enter the premises between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., without exception.
7. The home occupation shall provide sufficient off-street parking to accommodate the additional parking demands it generates; one off-street parking space shall be provided per full-time equivalent employee. 
8. One unlit sign per home occupation shall be allowed, not to exceed 4 sq. ft in area. The sign shall be affixed to the residence or the accessory structure.
9. Home occupations shall not discharge any materials, fluids, or gases into the wastewater sewer system, on-site wastewater treatment systems, or storm sewers in violation of applicable City codes.
10. Under no circumstances shall any business involving vehicle repair or body work, or explosives or fireworks, qualify as a home occupation.
11. Home occupations shall not be permitted in residential areas where legally enforceable restrictive covenants prohibit commercial activities.
12. The home occupation shall comply with all other applicable codes.

Minor Home Occupations. A home occupation is classified as a minor home occupation if it meets the criteria below. Minor home occupations are an allowed use within the City of New Richmond.

1. Location of Home Occupation:

1. The home occupation may be conducted within the principal dwelling, provided it does not occupy more than 30% of the total floor area of the dwelling.
2. The home occupation may also be conducted within a permitted accessory structure, provided it does not occupy more than 50% of the total floor area of the structure, and the structure does not exceed 500 square feet.

2. Employee Limitations: The home occupation shall be limited to resident family members and no more than one nonresident employee.

Major Home Occupations.  A home occupation is classified as a major home occupation if it meets the criteria outlined below. Major home occupations are approved by City staff through the issuance of a Home Occupation Permit.

1. Location of Home Occupation:

1. The home occupation may be conducted within the principal dwelling, provided it does not occupy more than 30% of the total floor area of the dwelling.
2. The home occupation may also be conducted within a permitted accessory structure, provided it does not occupy more than 50% of the total floor area of the structure.

2. Employee Limitations: The home occupation shall be limited to resident family members and no more than five nonresident employees.

3. Screening Requirements: The home occupation may require additional screening from public view in accordance with the screening standards outlined in Section 121-55.10(1).

4. Permit Expiration: The Home Occupation Permit shall become void upon the sale or transfer of the property, or if the home occupation fails to adhere to the requirements set forth in this ordinance.

5. Inspections: Major home occupations may be subject to inspections, conducted by appointment, to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations set forth in this ordinance.

1. Where Permitted.
   1. Within Mobile Home Parks, mobile homes, with such additional supporting uses and occupancies as are permitted herein, may be established subject to the requirements and limitations set forth in these and other regulations.
   2. It is the intent of this Ordinance to recognize mobile homes constructed prior to October 1, 1974, as distinct and different from units designated as mobile homes within the definitions of this Ordinance and to prohibit units not meeting the requirements for mobile homes as defined herein. Units constructed prior to 1974 are prohibited. Mobile homes meeting the requirements of the Wisconsin Administrative One-and Two-Family Dwelling Code shall not be permitted except as a conditional use.
      
      Permit
      required
      
      Prohibited
      form or function
      
   3. No person shall park, locate or place any mobile home outside of an approved mobile home park, mobile home subdivision or on an industrial lot where permitted in the City, except unoccupied mobile homes may be parked on the lawfully situated premises of a licensed mobile home dealer for the purposes of sale display; the lawfully situated premises of a vehicle service business for purposes of servicing or making necessary repairs; the premises leased or owned by the owner of such mobile home for purposes of sales display for a period not exceeding 120 days, provided no business is carried on therein, or in an accessory private garage, building or rear yard of the owner of such mobile home, provided no business is carried on therein.
      
2. Mobile Home Lots, Parks And Subdivisions.
   1. Purpose. It is the intent of this Ordinance to guide and regulate the design, use and intensity of use of mobile home sites and parks in order to:
      1. Provide mobile home parks and subdivisions in appropriate locations.
      2. Encourage, stabilize and protect the development of well planned mobile home parks and subdivisions.
      3. Consider mobile home locations as permanent housing sites and not temporary housing.
      4. Provide for the convenience, safety and general welfare of mobile home park residents and the residents of contiguous and nearby areas.
   2. Park license.
      1. No person shall operate any mobile home park within the City unless he holds a mobile home park license issued annually by the City Clerk and pays the required fee.
      2. A monthly parking permit fee shall be collected from each occupied mobile home by the City.
   3. Subdivision plat. A subdivision plat shall be prepared for all mobile home subdivisions. A plat plan shall be required for parks where private streets may be allowed.
3. Mobile Home Park Design.
   1. Compliance. All mobile home parks within the City shall comply with the minimum requirements of Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter Communication 95. No unit shall be placed in the City without having an actual value of at least $5,000.00 at the time of placement and shall have a minimum of 720 square feet of floor space. Installation of a mobile home must be completed within 30 days after filing the application for a building permit.
   2. Service connection. All gas, fuel, oil, water, electrical and sewage disposal systems shall comply with City and State standards and the provisions listed below. All utilities shall be placed underground in parks and subdivisions. All mobile homes shall be serviced by City water and sewer systems. All mobile home parks must be serviced by municipal sewer and water.
   3. Municipal service charges and taxes. Park owners are responsible for cost of municipal service charges and taxes charged to individual mobile homes and failure to pay any of the municipal services set forth in Subsection (c),(2) of this section or the mobile home tax to the City shall be added to the tax roll in the name of the park owner.
   4. Mobile home standards. The area of the mobile home shall be improved to provide an adequate foundation for the placement of the mobile home. Adequate foundation means a minimum reinforced slab of four-inch thickness or a poured or concrete block foundation.
   5. Skirting.
      1. Skirting of a permanent type material and construction shall be installed to enclose the open space between the bottom of a mobile home floor and the grade level of a mobile home stand, and shall be so constructed to provide substantial resistance to heavy winds, thereby alleviating to the maximum extent possible lifting action created on the underside of the mobile home by heavy winds.
      2. Provision shall be made for easy removal of a section large enough to permit access for inspection of the enclosed area under the mobile home and for repairs on sewer and water riser connections.
      3. Skirting shall be maintained in an attractive manner consistent with the exterior of the mobile home and to preserve the appearance of the mobile home surroundings as determined by the Zoning Administrator.
      4. All hitches, tanks, trash/refuse storage sites and other similar features shall be concealed from view and be of uniform construction and appearance and be the responsibility of the park operator or the owner in a subdivision.
   6. Anchoring. All mobile homes shall be protected against high winds by adequate anchoring as required by the State.
4. Park and subdivision design.
   1. Minimum size. Mobile home parks or mobile home subdivisions shall comply with the following requirements:
      1. Mobile home bases shall abut upon a hard surfaced driveway or accessway of not less than 15 feet in width.
      2. Service buildings or other facilities for bathing, laundry, and sanitation, as required by the State and Local health regulations, shall be located at least 20 feet from the side and rear lot lines and shall be accessible to all mobile homes by means of the access drives or hard surfaced walks.
      3. At least 2 off-street parking spaces shall be provided for each lot.
      4. No mobile home park shall be permitted having a total area of less than 10 acres.
      5. Park and recreation areas shall be provided according to the standards required for land divisions in NRMC 117.
      6. Occupancy shall not be permitted until all facilities and improvements are installed and operational for not less than ten mobile home lots. Cluster development shall be encouraged.
   2. Site conditions.
      1. Hazards. The condition of soil, groundwater levels, drainage, and topography shall not create hazards to the property or the health and safety of the occupants. The site should not be exposed to objectionable smoke, noise, odors, or other adverse influences, and no portion shall be subject to predictable sudden flooding or erosion and shall not be used for any purpose which would expose persons or property to hazards.
      2. Drainage. Site drainage shall be approved by the Zoning Administrator.
   3. Lot and yard requirements.
      1. Minimum lot size. Residential lots shall have a minimum frontage on an approved public street in mobile home subdivisions, or rights-of-way in parks of three times the width of the mobile home, but not less than 45 feet. Corner lots shall be 25% wider than the average lot.
         
         (Lot size diagram)
         
      2. Perimeter yards. Each yard abutting on a perimeter public street shall be a minimum of 50 feet in depth for a subdivision and 25 feet for mobile home parks.
      3. Abutting another use. Where the boundary of a mobile home subdivision or mobile home park directly abuts another use, the City may, where it is deemed necessary, require an area of a minimum of 50 feet in width be reserved along the perimeter of the mobile home park and within such area require the erection of a fence or wall 6 feet in height of a material which will provide a significant visual barrier, or screen plantings to be provided and maintained with a minimum height of 8 feet at maturity; or as otherwise required by the City.
         
         (Yard and setback diagram)
         
      4. Mobile home locations in mobile home parks.
         1. Unit separation: No mobile home shall be placed less than 25 feet from another mobile home.
         2. Front Setback: Mobile homes placed essentially parallel to each other shall be no closer than 20 feet from the front lot line abutting a private street and 25 feet from the front line abutting a public street.
   4. Use requirements for mobile home parks. No part of any mobile home park shall be used for nonresidential purposes except home occupations, the owner occupied sale of a mobile home, and except such uses that are required for the direct servicing and well-being of park residents and for the management and maintaining of the park.
5. Improvements for mobile home parks.
   1. Harmonious appearance. Mobile home parks shall be designed, constructed, operated and maintained so as to be harmonious and appropriate in appearance with the existing or intended residential character of the general vicinity and all improvements shall be approved by the Plan Commission.
   2. Access. All mobile home parks shall be provided with safe and convenient vehicular access from abutting public or private streets to each mobile home lot. Alignment and gradient shall be properly adapted to topography. Access to mobile home parks shall be designed to minimize congestion and hazards at the entrance or exit and allow free movement of traffic on adjacent streets. No parking shall be permitted on the entrance street for a distance of 50 feet from the point of beginning. No mobile home lot shall be designed or used for direct access to a street outside the boundaries of the mobile home park.
   3. Interior streets.
      1. Surfaced roadways shall be of adequate width to accommodate anticipated traffic and shall be constructed according to the minimum requirements in NRMC 117.
      2. Cul-de-sac streets shall be limited in length to 300 feet and shall be provided at the closed end with a turnaround or cul-de-sac with a roadway 90 feet in diameter or more.
      3. All streets shall be paved with bituminous or concrete pavement and meet all standards prescribed in City codes and regulations.
   4. Fire hydrants. Fire hydrants shall be spaced in accordance with the regulations of the Fire Department.
   5. Illumination. All mobile home parks and subdivisions shall be furnished with lighting units spaced and equipped to meet current City standards for residential neighborhoods, but shall be located at no less than 400 feet intervals or on every block corner.
   6. Fire extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers rated for Class A, B and C fires shall be kept visible in service buildings and at other locations conveniently and readily accessible for use by all of the occupants and shall be maintained in good operating condition.