A.

This code shall be constructed to achieve the purposes for which it is adopted.

B.

In the event of a conflict between the provisions of this code and any other ordinance of the City of New Roads, the provisions of this ordinance shall control.

C.

In the event of a conflict between the text of this code and any caption, figure, illustration, table or map, the text of this code shall control.

D.

The particular controls the general.

E.

In the case of any difference in the meaning or implication between the text of this Code and any caption or illustration, the text controls.

F.

"Shall" is always mandatory and not discriminatory.

G.

Words used in the present tense include the future; and words used in the singular include the plural, and the plural the singular, unless the context clearly states the contrary.

H.

A "building" or "structure" includes any part thereof.

I.

"Person" includes an individual, a corporation, a partnership, an incorporated association or any other similar entity.

J.

Unless the context clearly indicates the contrary, where a regulation involves two (2) or more items, conditions, provisions or events connected by the conjunction "and" or "or", the following shall apply:

K.

"And" indicates the all the connected items, conditions, provisions or events shall apply.

L.

"Or" indicates that the connected items, conditions, provisions or events may apply singularly or in any combination.

M.

Terms not defined in this Chapter have the meaning customarily assigned to them, or a meaning to be assigned by a duly authorized representative of the City of New Roads.

For the purpose of these regulations, certain terms and words are hereby defined. Words used in the present tense include the present; the singular number shall include the plural and the plural the singular; the word "building" shall include the word "structure"; the word "shall" is mandatory and not directory; and the words and terms not defined herein shall be interpreted in accord with their normal dictionary meaning and customary usage;

Abandonment . (Also see "Discontinuance") The cessation of the use of a property or of a particular use for at least twelve (12) months.

Accessory Dwelling Unit . A self-contained residential unit, considered subordinate to the principal use, and built on the same lot as an existing single-family or two-family residential structure.

Accessory Structure . A building or structure detached from, but located on the same lot as, the principal structure and the use of which is clearly incidental and subordinate to the principal structure.

Accessory Use . A use that is customarily incidental and subordinate to the principal use, and which is located on the same lot as the principle use.

Addition (or Enlargement) . Any construction that increases the size of a building or structure in terms of site coverage, height, length, width or floor area.

Administrative Official . Person or persons designated by the Mayor to review, comment, make recommendations to the appropriate entities, and to make official decisions on submissions and issues regarding their conformance or nonconformance to this code, following the processes delineated by this code.

Adult Business . An adult bookstore, adult motion picture theater, adult nightclub, or an adult massage business. Adult business also means any premises that sells or disseminates explicit adult sexual material.

Adult Uses/Materials . An establishment having a substantial or significant portion of its stock in trade in which, for any form of consideration, adult material is presented to or is available for exclusive viewing, rental or purchase by adults. As used in this code, adult material shall consist of movies, films, motion pictures, video tapes, video discs, slides, photographs, or other media of visual representation; or live performances, exhibitions or presentations; or books, papers, pamphlets, magazines, periodicals or publications which are characterized by an emphasis upon the depiction or description of any of the conduct or activities set forth and described in the provisions of R.S. 14:1, part VI, (c), and in that portion thereof designated as sub-paragraphs (2)(b) and (3) of paragraph A of Section 106 [R.S. 14:106A(2)(b), (3)], or as such provisions may hereafter be amended, re-enacted or re-designated from time to time, or shall consist of any instruments, devices or paraphernalia that are designed or marketed for use in connection with any such conduct or activities. As used in these regulations, the term "adult material" shall be applied to any material that meets the definition set forth in this section whether or not, as a matter of law such material is or could be classified as pornographic or obscene.

Airport . Land, water, or structures used for the landing and taking of aircraft, including airport buildings, structures, or rights of way. An airport includes passenger terminals for that airport and any ancillary uses within the passenger terminal.

Agriculture, Crops. The use of land for the production of crops, including but not limited to farming, horticulture, floriculture, viticulture, and the necessary accessory uses for storing such products.

Agriculture, Livestock. The use of land for the production of livestock (in accordance with Chapter 4, Animal and Fowl, of the New Roads Code of Ordinances), including but not limited to dairying, animal and poultry husbandry, and the necessary accessory uses for storing such productions.

Alley . A way that affords only a secondary means of access to property abutting thereon.

Alteration . Any material change, addition or modification to any real property in construction, use or occupancy.

Alteration, Historic District . Any change, addition or modification to any real property that is visible from any public street, alley, sidewalk or lot because of construction, repair, maintenance or other means.

Animal Shelter. A facility that houses homeless, lost or abandoned small domestic animals.

Antenna . Any structure or device for the purpose of collecting or transmitting electromagnetic waves, including but not limited to directional antennas, such as panels, microwave dishes, and satellite dishes, and omni-directional antennas, such as whip antennas.

Amateur (HAM) Radio Equipment . A radio station licensed as such by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), including equipment such as, but not limited to, a tower or alternative tower structure supporting a radiating antenna platform and other equipment.

Applicant . The owner of record of an immovable property upon which a building or other structure is or will be located; the lessee thereof with the approval of the owner of record in notarized form; or a person holding a bona fide contract to purchase an immovable property upon which a building or other structure is or will be located.

Appurtenance . An architectural feature of a structure that is higher than the adjacent portion of the structure, such as a chimney, cupola, spire or parapet wall.

Architectural Elements . Parts of a building that are integral to its composition, including balconies, roofs, porches, chimneys, dormers, parapets and other parts of a building structure that contribute to its overall shape and silhouette.

Arrays . A bundle of antennas arranged by a telecommunications service provider and place on a tower, structure or building at a given height to provide the desired directional characteristics.

Art Gallery . A commercial establishment engaged in the sale, loan or exhibition center for the showing of paintings, sculptures, photography, video art, or other art works. An art gallery does not include cultural facility, such as a library, museum or non-commercial gallery.

Art Studio . An establishment for the instruction or study of an art or type of exercise or activity such as dance, martial arts, photography, music, painting or yoga.

Attic . The unfinished space below the roof of a structure.

Automotive/Vehicle Dealership . (see Motor Vehicle Dealership).

Automotive Repair . An establishment primarily engaging in the repair or maintenance of motor vehicles, trailers and similar mechanical equipment, including paint, body and fender, brake, muffler, upholstery work, tire repair and change, lubrication, tune ups, and transmission work and engine and engine part overhaul, which is conducted within a completely enclosed building.

Bar . An establishment serving alcoholic beverages in which the principle business is the sale of such beverages for consumption on the premise. No retail sales of packaged alcoholic beverages for consumption off-premise is permitted.

Base Flood Elevation . The elevation shown on FEMA Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps (DFIRMs) for that indicates the water-surface elevation resulting from a flood that has a one percent (1%) chance of equaling or exceeding that level in any given year.

Bed and Breakfast . An owner occupied residential structure, which provides sleeping rooms, no more than eight (8), for overnight paid occupancy of up to fourteen (14) nights. Common bathroom facilities may be provided rather than private bathrooms for each room. No cooking facilities are permitted in individual rooms.

Biosawle . Landscape elements designed to remove silt and pollution from stormwater runoff, which consist of a swaled drainage course with gently sloped sides of less than six percent (6%) slope and filled with vegetation, compost, or riprap.

Bike Lane . A corridor expressly reserved for bicycles, existing on a street or roadway in addition to any lanes for use by motorized vehicles.

Block . A parcel of land within a subdivision or development, which is bounded by streets or bounded by streets and the exterior boundary of the subdivision. For this definition, an alley is not considered a street but part of the block.

Block Face . The front of a block along one side of the street.

Block Length . The distance between intersections of through streets, such distance being measured parallel to the longest street bounding the block and from right-of-way line to right-of-way line of the two intersecting streets.

Board of Zoning Adjustments . The term "Board of Zoning Adjustments" shall mean the New Roads Board of Zoning Adjustments created under R.S. 33:4727 et seq., which shall have the powers provided for by Louisiana law and as may be provided for in this Code.

Boat House . A structure that provides storage for watercraft and maybe used as a dwelling.

Boat Launch . A ramp or similar structure or area used for the placement of a boat into the water and for the retrieval of a boat from the water to a trailer or device.

Buffer . An area established in order to protect and separate one land use from another.

Buffer Planting Area . Area of land, which is unpaved between the side or rear property lines and designated for the preservation and placement of plant materials.

Buildable Area . The area of a lot where a structure may be built once the minimum yard and open space requirements of this Code have been met.

Building . Any structure, either temporary or permanent, having a roof and designed, intended or used for the sheltering or protection of persons, animals, chattels, or property of any kind.

Building Code . The International Building Code promulgated by the International Code Council, as adopted by the State of Louisiana and the City of New Roads.

Building, Height . The vertical distance as measured from grade to: the highest point of the coping of a flat roof, the highest point of a mansard roof, the mean height level between eaves and ridge for gable, hip, shed and gambrel roofs. When the highest wall of a structure with a shed roof is within thirty (30) feet of the public right-of-way, the height of the structure is measured to the highest point of coping or parapet.

Building Line . The perimeter of that portion of a building or structure nearest a property line, but excluding open steps, terraces, cornices and other ornamental features projecting from the walls of the building or structure.

Building, Main or Principal . A building in which is conducted the principal use of the lot on which it is situated. A dwelling shall be deemed to be the main building on the lot in all residential districts.

Building Official . Person or persons designated by the mayor to enforce the building code and when applicable, to make official decisions on all submissions and issues regarding the conformance or nonconformance to this code, following the processes delimitated by this code.

Building, Temporary . A building used temporarily for the storage of construction materials and equipment incidental and necessary to on-site permitted construction of utilities, or other community facilities, or used temporarily in conjunction with the sale of property within a subdivision under construction.

Brewery . A facility licensed as a "Manufacturer or brewer" as defined in R.S. 26:241. The facilities may include an on-site tasting room as an accessory use with retail sales of only those alcoholic beverages produced at the facility for consumption on or off the premises. An on-site tasting room shall be subject to the use and parking standards of a bar and any limitations provided for in state law. The facilities may also include other uses such as standard restaurant, bar, or live entertainment as permitted in the zoning district, with retail sales of only those alcoholic beverages produced at that facility for consumption on or off the premises.

Caliper . The diameter of a tree trunk measured at six (6) inches above the ground up to and including four (4) inches caliper size, and twelve (12) inches above the ground for larger trees. Used for nursery stock and newly planted trees, and not for established trees.

Campground . An area to be used for transient occupancy by camping in tents, camp trailers, travel trailers, motor homes, or similar movable or temporary sleeping quarters of any kind for a maximum of fourteen (14) days.

Canopy . A roofed structure constructed of fabric or other material supported by the building or by support extending to the ground directly under the canopy placed so as to extend outward from the building providing a protective shield for doors, windows and other openings.

Carport . A shelter for an automobile consisting of a roof extended from the side of a building, similar to a garage but that has a part of the wall area open to the outside.

Car Wash . A commercial establishment engaged in the washing and cleaning of passenger vehicles, recreational vehicles or other light dirty equipment, whether automatic in an enclosed structure or by hand.

Casino/Gaming Establishment . A facility in which gaming tables, wagering devices or machines or other games of chance are present and available for persons to wager money with an unassured prospect of winning money or other stakes, and prizes.

Cemetery . Land used or dedicated for the burial of the dead, including crematoriums, mausoleums and necessary sales and maintenance facilities.

Centerline . A line equidistant from both of the sidelines defining a public right-of-way.

Certificate of Appropriateness . A certificate issued by the New Roads Historic District Commission indicating its approval of plans for the construction, reconstruction, alteration, removal, or demolition of a structure within a Historic District.

City Planner . A person, appointed by the Mayor, who is responsible for advising the City of New Roads on land use, land development and zoning.

Club House . The principle building associated with a golf course, tennis club, or similar recreational facility that typically contains a pro-shop, administrative offices, exercise facilities and locker rooms, storage and maintenance facilities and may contain food and beverage services, including banquet and meeting rooms.

Co-location . Placement of telecommunications equipment from one or more service provider on a single tower or site.

Columbarium . A structure for the storage of cinerary urns.

Commencement of Construction . The physical improvement of land in accordance with a permit issued by the City Council of the City of New Roads, provided that the improvements are of a form and character which are not reasonably useable for development other than that authorized by the issued permit.

Commercial Purposes . Those related solely to the economic interests of the person or persons on whose property or for whose benefit the sign is displayed, excluding signs which refer solely to the sale or lease of the premises upon which the signs are located.

Common Structure . A structure, such as a garage, tool shed, or recreational facility used by more than one resident in a planned development or manufactured housing development.

Community Center . A facility to be used as a place of meeting, recreation, or social activity, and not operated for profit, which is open to the community and designed to accommodate the surrounding neighborhood or the larger community.

Community Garden . Neighborhood based development that provides space for community members to grow plants for the beautification, education, recreation, community distribution. These sites shall be owned and managed by public or civic entities, non-profits or other community organizations that are responsible for the maintenance and upkeep.

Conditional Use . A use or occupancy of a structure or a use of land, permitted only upon issuance of a conditional use permit and subject to the limitations and conditions specified therein.

Condominium . A single-dwelling unit in a multiunit dwelling or structure, that is separately owned and may be combined with an undivided interest in the common areas and facilities of the property.

Construction . The addition or placement of any improvement onto a property.

Construction Plan . See "Engineering Plan."

Contractor Storage Yard . Any land or buildings used primarily for the storage of equipment, vehicles, machinery, or other building materials or construction contractor in the conduct of any building trade or craft.

Country Club . A public or private facility operated for social and outdoor recreation purposes with recreation facilities for members, their families, and invited guests. A country club may include bars and restaurants.

Cultural Facility . A use that is open to the public and provides cultural services and facilities including, but not limited to: libraries, museums, aquariums, zoos, botanical gardens, and historical societies. A cultural facility may have ancillary retail uses, that offers items related to the facility for sale, and ancillary restaurants, which are only open during the hours of operation of the facility. A cultural facility may hold special events and receptions on-site, including events that take place after closing hours.

Culvert . A pipe or enclosed channel that conveys water by gravity under a road, railway, or embankment.

Day . When used in this Code, day shall mean one (1) business day.

Day Care Center, Adult . Any place owned or operated for profit or not for profit, by a person, society, agency, corporation, institution, or any other group wherein impaired adults who are not related to the owner or operator of the facility for the purposes of supervision or participation in a training program. This excludes alcohol and drug abuse clientele, former inmates of prisons or correctional institutions or former patients of mental institutions who have been found not guilty by reason of insanity. An adult day care center does not include adult day care home.

Day Care Center, Small . Up to ten (10) adults.

Day Care Center, Large. Over fifteen (15) children.

Day Care Center, Child (Small) . Any place or facility operated by any institution, society, agency, corporation, person or persons, or any other group for the primary purpose of providing care, supervision and guidance to children, who are not within the immediate family of the care giver and are unaccompanied by parent or guardian. A childcare facility does not include child day care home.

Day Care Center, Small . Up to fifteen (15) children.

Day Care Center, Large . Sixteen (16) to fifty (50) children.

Day Care Home . A residential dwelling where a permanent occupant for the dwelling provides the care and nurture of children or adults during the school or workday.

Day Care Home, Adult . May have up to six (6) functionally-impaired adults who are not related to the owner operator of the facility for the purposes of providing care, supervision or participation in a training program. This excludes alcohol and drug abuse clientele, former inmates of prisons or correctional institutions or former patients of mental institutions who have been found not guilty by reason of insanity.

Day Care Home, Child . May have up to six (6) children. The number counted includes the family's natural or adopted children and all other persons under the age of twelve (12). A child day care home does not include facilities that receive children from a single household.

DBH . The diameter of a tree, stem or trunk measured at breast height.

Deck . A raised platform built above grade on support structures, which is open to the sky and attached to the principal building. A deck is distinguished from a terrace in that a terrace is a raised surface constructed above grade built upon a solid base. Decks eighteen (18) inches above grade are considered part of the principal structure and not an accessory structure.

Decorative Details . Ornamental or embellishments, including cornices, lintels, arches, balustrades, chimneys, shutters, columns, and other common details.

Demolition . The complete or partial removal of buildings, structures, objects, or sites, including appurtenances or any other improvements.

Demolition By Neglect . Inadequate maintenance or lack of maintenance of any structure, part thereof, or any other improvements thereon which results in substantial deterioration.

Density . The number of dwelling units that are allowed on an area of land, which area of land shall be permitted to include dedicated streets contained within the development.

Detention/Retention Pond . (Also known as Bio-Retention Pond) A man-made basin designed to protect against flooding by storing stormwater for a limited period of time.

Development . The use of land including change or enlargement of any use or disturbance of any land and the performance of any building or mining operation.

Development Plan (or "Site Plan") . A plan or program that provides details for complex or phased development projects, which is intended to aid in the evaluation of a proposal and its impacts on neighboring property, as well as to anticipate the necessary infrastructure systems (road network, drainage, parks and open space, utilities, etc.) that are needed to support the development.

Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map (DFIRM) . An official map of the community, on which the Administrator of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has delineated both the special hazard areas and the risk premium zones applicable to the community.

Direct Light . Light emitted directly from the lamp, off of the reflector or reflector diffuser, or through the refractor or diffuser lens, of a lighting fixture.

Discontinuance . (Also see Abandonment) The abandonment of a property or of a particular use for a period of at least twelve (12) months. The determination of discontinuance for non-conforming uses or structures shall be supported by evidence, satisfactory to the City of New Roads (e.g. the actual removal of equipment, furniture, machinery, structures, or other components of the non-conforming use and not replaced, the turning off of the previously connected utilities, or where there are no business receipts/records or any necessary licenses available to provide evidence that the use is in continual operation).

Distillery . A facility licensed as a "Manufacturer" as defined in R.S. 26:2. The facilities may include an on-site tasting room as an accessory use with retail sales of only those alcoholic beverages produced at that facility for consumption on or off the premises. An on-site tasting room shall be subject to the use and parking standards of a bar an any limitations provided for in state law. The facilities may also include other uses such as standard restaurant, bar, or live entertainment as permitted in the zoning district, with retail sales of only those alcoholic beverages produced at that facility for consumption on or off the premises, subject to the standards of this code and any limitations provided for in state law.

Dock . A structure built over or floating upon the water and used as a landing place for boats and other marine transport, fishing, swimming, and other recreational uses.

Dry Dock . In dry dock and lift operations, a ship or boat is removed from the water to enable work to be performed on the exterior part of the ship below the waterline. In launching, the new or repaired ship is floated in place, lifted via cranes or slid from its berth. The storage of marine vessels is also allowed under this use.

Drainage Plan . A plan showing proposed site drainage features for controlling storm water runoff and conveying it to public outfalls. A drainage plan shall also include runoff calculations for engineering review, evidence that the drainage plan has been submitted to and reviewed by the storm water drainage authority with jurisdiction over the site, and that the drainage plan has been approved by said authority.

Drip Line . The outer edge of the foliage of a tree extending in all directions parallel to the ground.

Drive-Through Facility . Premises used to provide or dispense products or services through an attendant, window or automated machine to persons remaining in their vehicle. A drive-through facility may be in combination with other uses such as a "financial institution", a "retail goods establishment" or a "restaurant." A "car wash," "gas station" or "motor vehicle service and repair" shall not be considered a drive-through facility.

Driveway . A private access road, the use of which is limited to persons residing, employed, or otherwise using or visiting the parcel in which it is located.

Dwelling . Any structure or portion therefore, which is designed or used for residential purposes.

Dwelling, Multi-family . A building or portion thereof designed for occupancy by more than five (5) families living independently in which they may or may not share common entrances and/or other spaces. Individual dwelling units may be owned as condominiums, or offered for rent.

Dwelling, Single-family . An individual dwelling unit in a structure which is not physically connected with any other dwelling unit.

Dwelling, Townhouse . A structure consisting of no less than three (3) dwelling units, with no other dwelling, or portion of other dwelling, directly above or below, where each unit has a separate entrance and direct ground-level access to the outdoors. These units are connected to other dwelling units by a single party wall with no opening. "Townhouse dwelling" shall not include "multi-family dwelling." Townhouse dwelling refers to the construction not the ownership pattern of the individual units.

Dwelling, Two-Family . A building designed or arranged to be occupied by two families living independently, with the structure having only two (2) dwelling units.

Dwelling Unit . Any room or group of rooms located within a structure forming a single habitable unit with facilities which are used or intended to be used for living, sleeping, cooking, eating and sanitation by one family.

Easement (or "Servitude") . The right, granted by the property owner, to use a parcel of land for specified purposes, such as public utilities, drainage and other public purposes, the title of which shall remain with the property owner, subject to the right of use designated in the reservation of the easement.

Eave . The projecting sides of a roof overhanging the wall of a building.

Educational Facilities (Also see "Schools") . Any land used for educational facilities, including universities, colleges, elementary and secondary, and vocational schools.

Educational Facility, College/University . A post-secondary institution for higher learning that grants associate or bachelor degrees. The institution may also have research facilities and/or professional schools that grant master and doctoral degrees. This also includes post-secondary theological schools for training ministers, priests or rabbis.

Educational Facility, Elementary . A public, private or parochial school offering instruction at the elementary, middle and/or junior high school level. Religious facilities with elementary educational facilities shall be considered educational facilities, elementary.

Educational Facility, Secondary . A public, private or parochial school offering instruction at the senior high school level. This also includes secondary schools for training ministers, priests or rabbis. Religious facilities with secondary educational facilities shall be classified as educational facilities, secondary.

Educational Facility, Vocational School . A school established to provide for the teaching of industrial, clerical, managerial or artistic skills. This definition applies to schools that are owned and operated privately for-profit and that do not offer a complete educational curriculum.

Emergency Services . Publicly owned safety and emergency services, such as fire stations, police stations and emergency medical and ambulance services. Does not include outpatient services.

Encroachment . The extension or placement of any structure or component of a structure into a required yard.

Engineer, Professional . A professional engineer in good standing registered by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board.

Engineering Plan (or "Construction Plan") . The drawings accompanying a subdivision plan for Major Subdivisions and showing the specific location and design of improvements, which if approved, will be used for construction of the improvements.

Equestrian Facilities . Commercial horse facilities including horse ranches, boarding stables, riding schools and academies, horse exhibition facilities. This includes barns, stables, corrals and paddocks accessory and incidental to the above uses.

Façade . The exterior wall of a building exposed to public view or that wall viewed by persons not within the building.

Family . One or more persons related by blood, marriage, adoption or guardianship, the occupants of a community or group home for mentally or physically challenged individuals or not more than four (4) persons not so related occupying a dwelling unit and living as a single housekeeping unit shall be considered a family. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this section, this definition does not include individuals required to be assembled under one living unit for the purpose of drug or substance abuse rehabilitation or persons assigned to same as the result of criminal activity.

Farmers Market . The seasonal offering for sale of produce or processed, packaged, or prepared food on pre-established dates in an open area or in a structure, subject to the procedures and regulations set forth in this Code and the City Code. The individual sellers need not be the same each time the market is in operation.

Fence . An artificially constructed barrier of wood, masonry, stone, wire, metal or other material erected to enclose, screen or separate uses.

Fill . Any material including, but not limited to, dirt and concrete that is placed above natural grade.

100-Year Flood . The highest level of flood that, on the average, has a one percent (1%) chance of occurring in any given year.

Filter Strip . A type of buffer strip that is in area of vegetation, generally narrow and long, that slows down the rate of stormwater runoff, allowing sediments and other pollutants that are being conveyed by the water to be removed by settling out.

Financial Institution . A bank, savings and loan, credit union, mortgage office, or automated teller machine (ATM).

Finished Grade . The completed surfaces of lawns, walks and roads brought to grade as shown on development plans relating thereto.

Fixture . The assembly that houses the lamp or lamps and can include all or some of the following parts: a housing, a mounting bracket or pole socket, a lamp holder, a ballast, a reflector or mirror, and/or a refractor or lens.

Floodplain . Floodplain or flood-prone area means any land area susceptible to being inundated by floodwater as depended by FEMA.

Floodway . The channel of a river or other watercourse and the adjacent land areas that must be reserved in order to discharge the 100-year flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than one foot at any point.

Floodlight (or "Spotlight") . Any light fixture or lamp that incorporates a reflector or a refractor to concentrate the light output into a beam directed in a particular manner.

Floor Area . The sum of the gross horizontal areas of the several floors of the main building but not including the area of roofed porches, terraces, or breezeways. All dimensions shall be measured between exterior faces of the walls.

Foot-Candle . A unit of measure for luminance. A unit of luminance on a surface that is everywhere one foot from a uniform point source of light of one candle and equal to one lumen per square foot.

Forest/Nature Preserve . Designed and managed open space that preserves natural features and protects wildlife and environmental features and may include opportunities for passive recreation and environmental education.

Frontage . That portion of a lot abutting a street right-of-way measured along the property line of the public right-of-way and the private property.

Funeral Home . (Also see "mortuary") An establishment in which the dead are prepared for burial or cremation. The facility shall be permitted to include a chapel for the conduct of funeral services and spaces for funeral services and informal gatherings, and/or display of funeral equipment.

Full Cut-off Type Fixture . A light fixture that, by design of the housing, does not distribute any illumination above a 90-degree horizontal plane.

Fully Shielded Fixture . A lighting fixture constructed in such a manner that an opaque shield extends, on the top and all sides, below the lowest direct-light-emitting part (LDLEP) of the fixture. The lowest edge of such a shield shall surround the LDLEP and be level with the horizontal plane, regardless of the orientation of the fixture.

Gaming/Gambling . To deal, operate, carry on, conduct, maintain, or expose for play any game, sports book, pari-mutuel, or any other form of wagering.

Gas Station . A business where flammable or combustible liquids or gases used as fuel for motor vehicles are stored and dispersed from fixed equipment into the tanks of motor vehicles. Accessory activities shall be permitted to include automotive maintenance, car wash service, and food sales.

Government Facility . A building or structure owned, operated or occupied by a governmental agency to provide a governmental service to the public, and shall include public works and public safety facilities.

Glare . Light emitting from a fixture with intensity great enough to reduce a viewer's ability to see. It is often accompanied by discomfort and, in extreme cases, causing momentary blindness.

Grade . The lowest point of elevation of the existing surface of the ground, within the area between the building and a line five (5) feet from the building. The elevation of the ground at a building or building site.

Green Infrastructure . See "Stormwater Management".

Group Home or Community Home . A single-family residential structure, licensed by the State of Louisiana, designed or adapted for occupancy by unrelated developmentally disabled persons.

Group or Community Home (Small) . A small, residential facility located within a community, designed to serve children or adults with chronic disabilities. Small group homes may have six (6) or fewer occupants who are mentally, physically or developmentally disabled, and one or more resident counselors/trained caregivers on staff twenty-four (24) hours a day. A small group home must be licensed by an agency of the State of Louisiana, the political subdivision, and/or a state-licensed child placement agency, as a group home, receiving home, or similar care facility. Alcohol and drug abuse clientele, former inmates of prisons or correctional institutions, or former patients of mental illness institutions who have been found not guilty of a criminal charge by reasons of insanity shall be excluded as occupants.

Group or Community Home (Large) . A residential facility located within a community, designed to serve children or adults with chronic disabilities. Large group homes may have twelve (12) or fewer occupants who are mentally, physically or developmentally disabled, and two or more resident counselors/trained caregivers on staff twenty-four (24) hours a day. A group home must be licensed by an agency of the State of Louisiana and/or a state-licensed child placement agency, as a group home, receiving home, or similar care facility. Alcohol and drug abuse clientele, former inmates of prisons or correctional institutions, or former patients of mental illness institutions who have been found not guilty of a criminal charge by reasons of insanity shall be excluded as occupants.

Health Club . An establishment that provides health and fitness facilities such as running, jogging, aerobics, weight lifting, court sports, and swimming, and may include ancillary facilities such as locker rooms, showers, massage rooms, saunas, sales of related health equipment and clothing, juice bars, and other related uses.

Heavy Sales, Rental and Service . This use includes retail, rental and/or service establishments that have permanent outdoor service or storage yards, or partially enclosed structures including, but not limited to, large-scale home improvement centers with outdoor storage and rental components, lumberyards, playground equipment sales and rental, truck repair establishments, and uses with permanent outdoor service or storage areas for heavy equipment such as truck rental establishments, large-scale moving centers, and temporary storage container facilities.

Height . The vertical distance of a structure measured from the average elevation of the proposed finished grade to the highest point of the roof for flat roofs, to the deck line of the mansard roof, and to the mean height between eaves and ridges for gable, hip and gambrel roofs. No height limitation in this code shall apply to any of the following structures: silos, barns and other agricultural structures; church spires; cupolas; domes; monuments; water towers; smoke stacks; derricks; flag poles; masts; solar energy facilities; air conditioning equipment; elevator penthouses and similar structures required to be placed above the roof level and not intended for human occupancy.

Height of Lighting Fixture . The height of a lighting fixture shall be the vertical distance from the normal finished grade directly below the centerline of the fixture to the lowest direct-light-emitting part of the fixture.

Heliport . Land, water, or structures used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters, and may include facilities for such aircraft or providing for permanent basing of such aircraft.

Historic District . A district including its appurtenances and environmental setting, which can be linked historically through location, design, settings, material, workmanship, and/or associate, and which is significant in national, state or local history, architecture, archeology or culture.

Historic District Commission . The term "Historic District Commission" shall mean the New Roads Historic District Commission, which shall exist to serve the municipality and review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness according to the provisions of their regulations and the City Code.

Historic District Design Guidelines . A set of guidelines provided by the City that property owners shall follow when making improvements to their properties in the Historic District.

Home Occupation . A business, profession, occupation or trade conducted within the principle structure of a residential use by a resident of the dwelling which is incidental and secondary to the residential use of the dwelling, does not change the essentially residential character of the use, and which complies with the regulations of this code.

Horizontal Illuminance . The measurement of brightness from a light source, usually measured in foot-candles or lumens, which is taken through a light meter's sensor at a horizontal position.

Hospital . An institution designed for the diagnosis, treatment and care of human illness or infirmity and providing health services, primarily for inpatients, and including as related facilities, laboratories, outpatient departments, training facilities and staff offices. A hospital may also include accessory uses such as "retail goods establishments" and "restaurants," provided that such facilities are incidental and subordinate to the main use and part of the main structure.

Hotel (or "Motel") . An establishment providing, for a fee, sleeping accommodations and temporary living accommodations to the general public. Related ancillary uses may include, but shall not be limited to, conference and meeting rooms, restaurants and recreational facilities.

House of Worship . A building where persons regularly assemble for religious worship and which building is maintained and controlled by a religious body organized to sustain religious expression.

Indirect Light . Direct light that has been reflected or has scattered off of other surfaces.

Impervious Coverage . The square footage or other area measurement by which all buildings and impervious surfaces cover a lot as measured in a horizontal plane to the limits of the impervious area(s), such as surface areas, walkways, patios and plazas. All parking spaces and lots, buildings, roads, driveways, walkways, tennis courts, patios, decks and any other structure or on-site material or ground condition that does not permit the natural absorption of water shall be included in the computation of impervious coverage.

Impervious Materials . Materials that prevent precipitation from contacting the existing soil and do not allow water to penetrate the soil.

Intensity . Any factor such as square footage, number of dwelling units, or number of employees used as a basis for requiring parking or loading facilities.

Kennel . An establishment where pet animals owned by another person are temporarily boarded for pay or remuneration of any sort. Kennel shall not apply to animal hospitals operated by veterinarians duly licensed under State law where the boarding of animals is accessory to medical treatment.

Laboratory . A facility for scientific laboratory analysis of natural resources, medical resources, and manufactured materials. The scientific analysis is generally performed for an outside customer, to support the work of that customer. This category includes environmental laboratories for the analysis of air, water, and soil; medical or veterinary laboratories for the analysis of blood, tissue, or other human medical or animal products; and forensic laboratories for analysis of evidence in support of law enforcement agencies.

Lamp . The component of a lighting fixture that produces the actual light; as in the bulb.

Lowest Direct-light Emitting Part (LDLEP) . The lowest part of the lamp or lamps, the reflector or mirror and/or the refractor or lens.

Landscape Area . A non-built-upon area of land in which landscape materials are placed, planted or maintained.

Landscape and Tree Preservation Plan . A plan outlining the criteria, specifications, and detailed plans to arrange and modify the effects of natural features such as planting ground and water forms, trees, circulation, walks and other features to comply with the provisions of this Code.

Landscaping . The installation of plant material or seed as a part of development.

Light Trespass . The shining of light produced by a lighting fixture beyond the boundaries of the property on which it is located.

Live/Work Dwelling . A structure combining a dwelling unit with a non-residential use permitted in the zoning district where the structure is located, which is principally used by one (1) or more of the residents. A live/work dwelling may also include the combination of a dwelling unit with arts-related activities, such as painting, photography, sculpture, music or film, and principally used by one (1) or more of the residents.

Live Entertainment; Secondary Use . Any one (1) or more of any of the following live performances, performed live by one (1) or more persons, whether or not done for compensation and whether or not admission is charged: musical act, theatrical play or act, including stand-up comedy, magic, dance clubs, and disc jockey performances using vinyl records, compact discs, computers, or digital music players when the disc jockey is in verbal communication with the clientele of the establishment. Live entertainment - secondary use may be part of a standard restaurant, specialty restaurant, indoor amusement facility or bar, reception facility and shall be approved separately.

Loading Space . A space within a main building on the same lot as a main building, providing for the standing, loading or unloading of trucks.

Lot . A parcel of land having specific boundaries and having its principal frontage upon an officially approved street.

Lot Area . The total horizontal areas within the lot lines of the lot.

Lot, Corner . A lot abutting two (2) or more streets at their intersection.

Lot Coverage . The area of the lot covered by a structure.

Lot Depth . The average horizontal distance between the front and rear lot lines.

Lot, Through . A lot having frontage on two (2) approximately parallel streets or places.

Lot, Interior . A lot other than a corner lot.

Lot Lines . The lines forming the outer boundary of a lot.

Lot Width . The average horizontal distance between the side lot lines measured at the required front yard line and parallel to the front street line, or measured at the street lone if no front yard is required.

Lot of Record . A recorded, platted lot or a parcel of land lot, the map of which has been recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Courts of Pointe Coupee Parish, or a lot described by metes and bounds, the description of which has been recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Courts of Pointe Coupee Parish.

Lumen . A unit of luminous flux. One-foot candle is one lumen per square foot. For the purposes of this section, the lumen-output values shall be the initial lumen output ratings of a lamp.

Mansard . A roof with two slopes on all four sides, the lower slope being nearly vertical and the upper nearly horizontal.

Manufacturing, Heavy . The assembly or fabrication of goods and materials which may include the storage of large volumes of highly flammable or toxic matter. Heavy manufacturing processes ordinarily have greater impacts than average impacts on the environment, or that ordinarily have significant impacts on the use and enjoyment of adjacent property in terms of noise, smoke, fumes, odors, glare or health and safety hazards.

Manufacturing, Light . The manufacturing from previously prepared materials of finished products or parts, including processing, fabrication, assembly, treatment and packaging of such products, and incidental storage, sales and distribution such products, providing all industrial activities are contained entirely within a building and noise, odor, smoke, heat, glare and vibration resulting from the industrial activity are confined within the building.

Marina, Commercial . A place for docking or storage of commercial boats and/or providing services for them, limited to minor repairs to boats while in the water for a maximum thirty (30) day period, and the sale of fuel, ice, food and beverages. No lodging for the occupants, other than the manager or owner of the commercial marina or entertainment, are permitted as accessory to the marina. Vehicular access to the site is limited to automobiles, pick-up trucks, and vans with a maximum load capacity of one (1) ton. The sale or processing of seafood at the marina site is expressly prohibited with the exception of bait that may be sold by the operator. The marina shall be kept free of noxious odors at all times. Repair facilities for repairs of boats out of water are prohibited.

Marina, Recreational . A place for docking or storage of pleasure boats or providing services to pleasure boats and the occupants thereof, including minor servicing and repair to boats while in the water, sale of fuel and supplies, or provision of lodging, food, beverages, and entertainment as accessory uses. A yacht club is considered a recreational marina. A hotel/motel, or similar use where docking of boats and provision of services thereto is incidental to other activities, is not considered a recreational marina. Boat docks accessory to a multi-family dwelling where no boat-related services are rendered are not considered a recreational marina, but an accessory use to the multi-family dwelling.

Medical/Dental Clinic . A facility operated by one (1) or more physicians, dentists, chiropractors, psychiatrists or other licensed practitioners of the healing arts for the examination and treatment of persons solely on an outpatient basis.

Mini-Warehouse . A structure that rents individual compartments for the purpose of storing personal property. Individual compartments shall not exceed one thousand (1,000) square feet.

Mortuary . (Also see "Funeral Home") An establishment in which the dead are prepared for burial or cremation. The facility shall be permitted to include a chapel for the conduct of funeral services and spaces for funeral services and informal gatherings, and/or display of funeral equipment.

Motor Vehicle Dealership . An establishment that sells or leases new or used, functional automobiles, trucks, vans, trailers, recreational vehicles, boats, motorcycles or other motorized transportation vehicles. A motor vehicle dealership may contain an inventory of the vehicles for sale or lease either on-site or at a nearby location, and may provide on-site facilities for the repair and service of the vehicles sold or leased by the dealership.

Mulch . Any material that is used to cover the ground surface to prevent erosion, retain moisture and protect plant material.

Neon Lighting . Any white or tubular lighting of which the primary source of light is gaseous.

Nonconforming Lot of Record . A platted lot, which does not comply with the lot requirements of the zoning district in which it is located, as outlined in this code.

Nonconforming Structure . Any structure, which was lawful on the effective date of this code, but does not comply with all the standards and regulations of this code or any amendment thereto.

Nonconforming Use . Any use of any land, building, or structure, which was lawful on the effective date of this code, but does not comply with all the standards and regulations of this code or any amendment thereto.

Nursing Home . (See "Residential Care Facility.") A facility designed and intended to provide nursing service on a continuing basis to persons, the majority of whom require such service under trained professional nurses or physicians, and for whom medical records are maintained. The term "nursing home" shall include post-operative centers but shall not include any facility used for providing service to any inmate of any prison or other correctional institution.

Office . An establishment in which business, clerical, or professional activities are conducted.

Open Space . That part of a lot, including all yards, which is open and unobstructed from grade level upward and is not occupied by off-street parking, streets, drives, or other surfaces for vehicles.

Off-Track Betting Facility . An establishment that accepts wagers of horse and dog racing away from the racetrack.

Open Space . Those areas of a lot open and unobstructed from grade level upward, unless otherwise permitted by these regulations or by the comprehensive zoning code.

Ordinary Repairs or Maintenance . Work done to prevent deterioration of a structure or any part thereof by returning the structure as nearly as practical to its condition prior to such deterioration, decay or damage.

Outdoor Lighting . The nighttime illumination of an outside area or object by any man-made device located outdoors that produces light by any means.

Outdoor Storage Yard . The storage of any material, as a principal use of the lot, or for a period of more than twenty-four (24) hours, including items for sale, lease, processing and repair not in an enclosed structure. Items within an outdoor storage yard must be owned or leased by the owner of the storage yard.

Owner of Record . The owner of a parcel of land, improved or unimproved, reflected on the city tax roll and in parish deed records.

Parapet Wall . That portion of the wall that extends above the roofline.

Parcel . see "Lot".

Parking Lot . An open, hard-surfaced area, other than a street or public way, used for the storage of operable passenger motor vehicles for limited periods of time. Parking may be available for residents, visitors, employees, clients, customers or similar users whether for compensation or at no charge.

Parks/Playgrounds . A non-commercial facility designed to serve the recreational needs of the residents of the community, and shall include but not be limited to, ball fields, basketball courts, skateboard parks, playgrounds and filed house which may have indoor recreation facilities.

Party Wall . A wall starting from the foundation and extending continuously through al stories to or above the roof that separates one (1) building from another, but is in joint use by each building.

Pawn Shop . An establishment that lends money on the deposit or pledge of physically delivered personal property, and who may also purchase such property on the condition of selling it back again at a stipulated price. A pawnshop includes establishments that buy personal property, such as jewelry or artwork, made of gold or other valuable metals for refining.

Penthouse, Mechanical . An enclosed structure above the roof of a building, other than a roof structure or bulkhead, that shelters mechanical equipment or vertical shaft openings in a roof.

Pervious Materials . Materials that permit water to enter the ground by virtue of their porous nature or by large spaces in the material.

Pervious Surface . A surface that presents an opportunity for precipitation to infiltrate the ground.

Person . An individual, corporation, public agency, business, trust, partnership, association, two (2) or more persons having a joint or common interest, or any other legal entity.

Personal Services Establishment . An establishment or place of business primarily engaged in the provision of frequent or recurrent services of a personal nature. Typical uses include, but are not limited to, beauty shops, barbershops, tanning salons, massage parlors, animal grooming, shoe repair, personal item repair shops, Laundromats, dry cleaners, and tailors. Personal services establishments shall not include any adult uses.

Pet Day Care . An establishment where pet animals owned by another person are boarded for the day or overnight, and services such as grooming, dog walking and pet training are offered.

Petitioner (or "Applicant") . A person applying for subdivision approval under these regulations.

Pier . Any fixed or floating structure for securing vessels and the loading or unloading of persons or property projecting from a lot or parcel in private ownership or which may be accessed by the public.

Pilling . A post driven into the water's bottom and supporting a structure such as a pier, wharf, jetty, dock, or float.

Prison . A facility for the detention, confinement, treatment or rehabilitation of persons located within a residential development that is limited to use by residents and their guests.

Planned Unit Development (PUD) . A development planned under a unified site plan with the goals of: encouraging flexibility, innovation and variety in the development of land in order to promote its most appropriate use; improving the design, character and quality of development; facilitating the adequate and economic provision of streets, utilities and services; achieving beneficial land use relationships with the surrounding area; preserving the unique natural and scenic features of the landscape; and preserving open space as development occurs.

Planning Commission . The term "Planning Commission" shall mean the New Roads Planning Commission created under R.S. 33:101 et seq., which shall have the powers provided for by Louisiana law and as may be provided for in this code.

Plant Material . Any plant including trees, vines, shrubs, ground covers and annuals or vegetation of any size, species or description.

Planting Area . Any area designed for landscape material installation.

Plat . A survey of a tract of land showing the boundaries, dimensions and location of individual lots and streets, survey monuments, topographic data, easements, servitudes, rights—of—way, existing structures, and significant natural features. For purposes of these regulations the term plat is not to be construed as a site plan.

Plat, Conceptual . A conceptual representation of a proposed subdivision survey prior to the preparation of the Preliminary Plat (or Final Plat in the case of Minor Subdivision) sufficient for a tentative subdivision application. The Conceptual Plat may be drawn to scale in architectural freehand style to enable the developer to save time and expense in reaching general agreement with the City regarding the objectives of these regulations but accurately representing the size and proposed dimensions of lots and the extent of any public facilities that are proposed for dedication and which is accompanied by a site features map and conceptual drainage study.

Plat, Final . A subdivision survey in substantial conformance with any preceding Preliminary Plat in accordance with the provisions of these regulations submitted to and approved by the to be signed by the required City officials placed on file with the Pointe Coupee Parish Clerk of Court.

Plat, Preliminary . A subdivision survey plat preparatory to the preparation of a final plat, accompanied by engineering construction plans and specifications for the construction of any and all public and private improvements shown or required to be shown on the Preliminary Plat.

Public Improvement Plan . A detailed plan outlining the installation of all public improvements either in a subdivision or in conjunction with a subdivision.

Prefabricated Housing . Any housing with structural or mechanical components manufactured and assembled away from the construction site. For purposes of this definition, the following terms shall have the following meanings:

Manufactured Housing . Dwelling units constructed primarily at a plant or facility on a production line basis and delivered to the site as an assembled unit or in modular form. Manufactured housing specifically refers to housing built under the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Mobile Home . Prefabricated trailer-type housing units, built before June 15, 1976 that are semi-permanently attached to land, either the owner's fee land or leasehold, such as in a mobile-home park. A mobile home is a moveable or portable structure designed and constructed on its own chassis and intended for connection to utilities for year-round occupancy as a dwelling. Any dwelling unit that qualifies, as a modular home according to the definition herein is not considered a mobile home. Furthermore, a travel trailer is not considered a mobile home.

Manufactured Home Community . A unified development of two (2) or more manufactured home sites, plots or stands, arranged on a large tract usually under single ownership, meeting the area and yard requirements of this code, and designed to accommodate manufactured homes for a more or less permanent duration. Such term may include travel trailer accommodations, provided that no more than twenty-five percent (25%) of the park is used for such purpose.

Modular Home . Modular homes are houses divided into multiple modules or sections, which are manufactured in a remote facility and delivered to their intended site of use. The modules are then assembled on a permanent foundation without a permanent chassis, into a single residential building. Unlike other prefabricated construction, modular homes conform to all state, local and regional codes (International Building Code standards) where the structure is to be located.

Travel Trailer . A vehicular, portable structure built on a chassis, designed to be used as a temporary dwelling and may be hauled along a highway.

Preservation . The maintenance of a site or structure in its present condition or as originally constructed. Preservation aims at halting further deterioration and providing structural safety, but does not contemplate significant rebuilding. Preservation includes techniques of arresting or slowing deterioration and improvement of structural conditions to make a structure safe, habitable, or otherwise useful.

Principal Building . A structure in which the primary use of the lot on which the building is located is conducted.

Principal Use . The primary use and chief purpose of a lot or structure.

Property Line . The lines forming the boundary of a lot, whether those lines are determined by metes and bounds, single lot or combination of lots or portions of lots of record.

Public Improvement . Any drainage ditch, storm sewer or drainage facility, sanitary sewer, water main, roadway, parkway, sidewalk, pedestrian way, tree lawn, off-street parking area, lot improvement or other facility for which the local government may ultimately assume the responsibility for maintenance and operation, or for which the local government responsibility is established.

Public Services . Uses operated by a unit of government to serve public needs, such as a police (with or without a jail), fire service ambulance, judicial court or government offices, but not including public utility stations or maintenance facilities.

Public Way . Any street, alley or similar parcel of land essentially unobstructed from the ground to the sky, which is deeded, dedicated or otherwise permanently appropriated to the public for public use.

Public Use . Any use operated by an agency of government which provides a direct service to the public including police, fire, library, schools whether operated by a public body or not and recreational services.

Public Utility Station . A structure or facility used by a public or quasi-public agency to store, distribute, and/or generate electricity, gas telecommunications and related equipment, or to pump or chemically treat water. This does not include storage or treatment of sewerage, solid waste or hazardous waste.

Quasi-Public . Essentially a public use, although under private ownership or control.

Quorum . A majority of authorized members of a board or commission.

Rain Garden . A planted depression that allows stormwater runoff to be absorbed into the ground.

Recreational Facilities . Any facility that provides recreational opportunities such as tennis clubs, health clubs or golf clubs.

Recreational Facilities, Indoor . A commercial establishment providing completely enclosed recreation activities. Accessory uses shall be permitted to include the preparation and serving of food and/or sale of equipment related to the enclosed uses. Included in this definition shall be bowling, roller-skating or ice-skating, billiards, pool, motion picture theaters, and related amusements.

Recreational Facilities, Outdoor . An area free of buildings except for restrooms, dressing rooms, equipment storage, maintenance buildings, open-air pavilions and similar structures used primarily for commercial recreational activities.

Rehabilitative Care Center . A building other than an apartment hotel, hotel, small or large group home, rooming house, tourist home, motel or motor lodge, providing temporary lodging and board and a special program of specialized care and counseling on a full-time basis. Such a center includes but is not limited to centers that provide for alcohol and drug abuse clientele, former inmates of prisons or correctional institutions, or former patients of mental illness institutions. A rehabilitative care center must be licensed by an agency of the State of Louisiana as a rehabilitative or similar care facility, and shall be operated by an entity that is similarly licensed by the State of Louisiana.

Relocation . Any changes in the location of a building, object, or structure in its present setting or to another setting.

Residential Care Center . A group care facility licensed by the State of Louisiana for twenty-four (24) hour medical or non-medical care of persons in need of personal services, supervision, or assistance essential for sustaining the activities of daily living or for the protection of the individual. Residential care facility includes, independent living, assisted living, hospice facilities, nursing homes, and continuum of care facilities.

Restaurant . Any establishment whose primary purpose is the service of food for consumption on or off the premises. Restaurants shall be classified as follows:

Restaurant, Fast Food . An establishment that sells food already prepared for consumption, packaged in paper, Styrofoam or similar materials, and may include drive-in or drive-up facilities for ordering.

Restaurant, Full-service . A restaurant with table service (order placement and delivery on-site) provided to patrons, also including cafeterias; carryout service, if any, shall be a limited portion of the facility and activity.

Restaurant, Specialty . An establishment whose primary business is the sale of one or more, specialty types of food or beverages that is or not considered a complete meal (e.g. candy, coffee, ice cream).

Retail Goods Establishment . A commercial enterprise that provides physical goods, products or merchandise directly to the consumer, where such goods are typically available for immediate purchase and removal from the premises by the purchaser. Retail goods establishments shall not include alcohol, unless "retail sales of alcohol" is allowed within the district and a separate approval is obtained for such use.

Retail Sales of Alcohol . Retail sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption off-premises, when licensed by the City and the State of Louisiana.

Roof Line . The highest continuous horizontal line of a roof. On a sloping roof, the roofline is the principal ridgeline, or the highest line common to one (1) or more principal slopes of roof. On a flat roof, the roofline is the highest continuous line of the roof or parapet, whichever is higher.

Satellite Dish Antenna . A dish antenna designed for transmitting signals to a receiver or receiving station or for receiving television, radio, data, communication or other signals from other antennas, satellites or services.

Setback . The required minimum horizontal distance between any structure or projection and the related front, side, and rear property line.

Setback, Building . The required minimum horizontal distance between the building and the related front, side, and rear property line. For the purpose of this section, the setback will be measured to the nearest point of the foundation wall of the building. A roof overhang or projection not to exceed two (2) feet will be allowed to project past the foundation wall.

Schools . (See "Educational Facilities.") Any land used for educational facilities, including universities, colleges, elementary and secondary, and vocational schools.

Servitude . See "Easement".

Sewage System, Individual . Any system of piping (excluding plumbing within a building), treatment device or other facility that conveys, stores, treats, or disposes of sewage on the property where it originates, and which utilizes the individual sewage system technology.

Sewage System, Private . A collection system and/or treatment facility, which is owned, operated, maintained, and managed by a private individual or individuals or entity (partnership, corporation, etc.).

Sewer Treatment Facility . a designated location where wastewater and solids are received and put through multi- step processes of treatment before being safely returned to the environment for other purposes.

Sidewalk . A paved pedestrian footpath between the curb lines or the lateral lines of a roadway and the adjacent property lines.

Sight Triangle . The triangle at either side of an accessway or public right-of-way at its junction with a public street with sides of not less than ten feet (10') in length each along the public right-of-way and/or accessway within which clear visibility of approaching vehicular or pedestrian traffic must be maintained in all directions.

Sign . A medium of communication, including its structure and component parts, which is used or intended to be used to attract attention to its subject matter or location usually for advertising purposes, including paint on the surface of a building. Each distinctive message painted or placed on a building or other structure shall be considered an individual sign.

Sign, Abandoned . A sign or sign structure shall be considered abandoned or discontinued when its owner fails to operate or maintain a sign for a period of six months or longer. The following conditions shall be considered as the failure to operate or maintain a sign:

1.

A sign displaying advertising for a product or service, which is no longer available, or displaying advertising for a business, which is no longer licensed or in operation.

2.

A sign that is blank.

Sign, A-Frame . An advertising device, ordinarily in the shape of an "A" or some variation such as a "T" shape, located on the ground, not permanently attached, and easily movable.

Sign, Animated . A sign employing actual motion or the illusion of motion.

Sign, Attached . A sign attached to a structure.

Sign, Awning . An architectural projection or shelter projecting from and supported by the exterior wall of a building and composed of a covering or rigid or non-rigid materials and / or fabric on supporting framework that may be either permanent or retractable, including such structures that are internally illuminated by light structures.

Sign, Banner . A temporary sign or string of one or more signs, usually made of cloth or other lightweight material, which is used to attract attention, whether or not imprinted with words or characters. Flags shall not be considered a banner.

Sign, Billboard . Any type of sign that is a freestanding permanent sign and is either affixed to the ground or to any other structure and is used for the lease of advertising display space which directed the attention of the general public to an activity conducted a service rendered or a commodity or product sold or produced which is not the primary activity, service commodity or product provided on the premises on which the sign is located.

Sign, Changeable . A sign with the capability of content change by means of manual or remote input, including signs that are:

Electrically Activated or Changeable Sign . Changeable sign whose message copy or content can be changed by means of remote electrically energized on-off switching combinations of alphabetic or pictographic components arranged on display surface.

Manually Activated Sign . A changeable signs whose message copy or content is changed manually.

Sign, Construction . A temporary, non-illuminated sign that identifies the name of principle contractors, architects, and lending institutions responsible for the construction in the site and limited to the duration of construction.

Sign, Detached . A sign that is attached to a self-supporting structure and not attached to a building.

Sign, Directional . A sign design to provide direction to pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

Sign, Electronic Message . Any sign or portion of a sign that uses changing lights to form a sign message or messages in text form where the sequence of messages and the rate of change is electronically programmed and can be modified by electronic processes. Time/temperature and gas price signs are not considered electronic message signs.

Electrical Signs . Any sign containing electrical wiring and which is attached to an electrical energy source.

Sign, Face . That particular area of the sign structure upon which a message, copy or advertisement is displayed for viewing.

Sign, Facade . A permanent signs mounted or otherwise affixed to the side of a building and projecting generally perpendicular to the surface it is mounted to.

Sign, Free Standing (see "Sign, Freestanding - Monument" and "Sign, Freestanding - Pole."). A sign that is attached to a self-supporting structure. A freestanding sign may be a pole or monument sign.

Sign, Hanging . A permanent sign mounted on or otherwise affixed to the side of a building and projecting generally perpendicular to the surface it is mounted on. Usually under a canopy or beside a door.

Sign, Marquee . Any permanent roof-like structure projecting beyond a building or extending along projecting beyond the wall of the building, generally designed and constructed to provide protection from the weather.

Sign, Menu Board . Signs located adjacent to a drive-through lane that identifies food and beverages offered for sale at the restaurant and associated prices and specials.

Sign, Monument . A freestanding sign mounted directly on a planter or pedestal base without air space beneath as distinguished from the support of a pole or poles and that is designed to incorporate features and building materials that complement the architectural theme of the building on premises.

Sign, Nonconforming . A sign legally erected prior to the adoption of this Code that does not conform to the requirements of this Code.

Sign, Off-Premise. Signage advertising a use, facility, service, good, or product that is not located, sold, or manufactured on the same premises as the sign.

Sign, Pole . A sign erected and maintained on one (1) or multiple freestanding masts or poles and not attached to any structure.

Sign, Window . A permanent sign applied to the surface of a window but intended to be viewed and read from the exterior of the building.

Sign Area . Only one side of a double-faced sign shall be included in a computation of sign area; for other signs with more than two faces, each side shall be included in a computation of sign area. The area of a cylindrical sign shall be computed by multiplying one-half of the circumferences by the height of the sign. The area of a sign made of individually cut out letters is the sum of the area of rectangles or triangles necessary to enclose each letter. Supporting framework or bracing that is clearly incidental to the display itself shall not be computed as sign area.

Sign Height . The vertical distance measured from grade to the highest point of the sign structure.

Site Plan. (Or "Development Plan"). An accurate, scaled drawing showing the location of buildings, the landscaping, parking, circulation and such other features as floor plans and elevations to help describe the existing and proposed development of a specified area.

Social Club or Lodge . Buildings and facilities or premises used or operated by an organization or association for some common purpose, such as, but not limited to, a fraternal, social, educational or recreational purpose, but not including clubs organized primarily for profit or to render a service that is customarily carried on as a business. Such organizations and associations shall be incorporated under the laws of the State of Louisiana as a non-profit corporation or registered with the Secretary of State of Louisiana.

Solar Panel . A group of photovoltaic cells or thermal collectors that collect and convert sunlight as a source of energy for purposes such as heating or cooling a structure, heating or pumping water, or generating electricity. Panels are assembled on-site into solar arrays.

Stadium . A structure with tiers of seats rising around a field or court, intended to be used primarily for the viewing of athletic events, typically designated for one sport and/or sporting team. Sports arena may also be used for secondary entertainment and other public gathering purposes, such as conventions, circuses, or concerts.

Stormwater Management (or "Green Infrastructure") . Any technique, apparatus, or facility that controls and/or manages the path, storage, or rate of release of stormwater runoff and include storm sewers, retention/detention basins, drainage swales and bioswales, rainwater reuse systems, drainage channels, inlet or outlet structures, and other similar techniques and facilities.

Story . That portion of a building included between the surface of any floor and the surface of the floor next to it; or, if there is no floor above it, then the space between the floor and the ceiling above it.

Streets . A public right-of-way or private thoroughfare, which provides vehicular and pedestrian access to adjacent properties. All streets will be within dedicated rights-of-way that have been properly processed, approved and recorded. The following shall be used to classify all streets:

Arterial Streets. A major street in the City's street system that serves as an avenue for the circulation of traffic into, out, or around the City and carries high volumes of traffic.

Alley. A public or private right- of- way primarily designed to serve as a secondary access to the side or rear of those properties, and not intended for general traffic.

Boulevard. A street that is divided by a median or neutral ground.

Collector Streets. A street whose principal function is to carry traffic between minor, local, and sub-collector streets and arterial streets but that may also provide direct access to abutting properties.

Sub-collector. A street whose principal function is to provide access to abutting properties but is also designed to be used or is used to connect minor and local streets with collector or arterial streets.

Cul-de-Sac. A street that terminates in a vehicular turn-around.

Dead-End Street. A street having an outlet at one end only and terminated at the other end by undeveloped property. It may or may not have facilities permitting vehicles to turn around.

Frontage Road or Marginal Access Street. A street adjacent or parallel to a freeway, expressway or an arterial street that is designed to provide access to abutting properties so that these properties are somewhat sheltered from the effects of the through traffic on the arterial street and so that the flow of traffic on the arterial street is not impeded by direct driveway access from a large number of abutting properties.

Local Streets. A street whose sole function is to provide access to abutting properties.

Public Streets. A public street is a road, thoroughfare, alley, highway, or bridge under the jurisdiction of a public agency.

Private Streets. Private streets are owned by residents, and have a publicly recognized indenture, or covenant, that outlines governance and acts as a deed restriction. In order to create a private street, property owners must pay the fees to support upgrades and maintenance of said street. The City of New Roads shall provide police and fire protection, as well as trash removal services. The residents shall pay for maintaining or paving sidewalks and street surfaces, maintaining or planting trees, and maintaining or installing streetlights and entry gates. Private streets must meet minimum standards for drainage and storm water regulations, pedestrian safety regulations, and fire/emergency vehicle requirements.

Structure . A combination of materials constructed or erected with a fixed location on the ground, or attached to something having a fixed location on the ground, including, but not limited to, retaining walls in excess of four (4) feet.

Subdivider (also known as a Developer ). Any person, firm, partnership, corporation or other entity, acting as a unit, subdividing or proposing to subdivide land as herein defined.

Subdivision . The division of a parcel of land into two (2) or more lots, tracts, or parcels for the purpose, whether immediate or future, of sale, lease or building development, or if a new street is involved, any division of a parcel of land. The term includes re-subdivision and when appropriate to the context, shall relate to the process of subdivision or to the land subdivided.

Subdivision, Major . Any subdivision not classified as a Minor Subdivision or specifically exempted by these regulations.

Subdivision, Minor . An administratively approved subdivision that may be used to: adjust interior lot lines resulting in no new lots of record, combine two or more lots on a single, contiguous piece of property, or to create no more than four (4) new lots of record. A Minor Subdivision cannot require the creation of any new public street or public improvement.

Subdivision Regulations . The City of New Roads Subdivision Regulations Article X of this Code.

Substantial Completion . The degree of completion of construction of required infrastructure improvements necessary for such improvements to operate and function appropriately as designed and to be utilized for the purpose for which it is intended and permitted. Substantial completion considers construction, installation, testing, inspection and approval or permitting when applicable. Whenever a subdivision is approved in phases, the substantial completion requirement shall apply to each phase independently.

Surveyor . A qualified registered land surveyor in good standing with the Louisiana Board of Registration.

Swimming Pools . Any structure, portable or permanent, containing a body of water eighteen (18) inches or more in depth, intended for recreational purposes, including a wading pool, but not including an ornamental reflecting pool, fish pond, or similar type pool, located and designed so as not to create a hazard or to be used for swimming or wading.

Tattoo Parlor . Establishments where services offered are tattooing, body piercing and non-medical body modification.

Taxidermy . An establishment whose primary business is preparing, stuffing and mounting the skins of animals.

Telecommunications . As defined in the federal Telecommunications Act of 1996, means the transmission between or among points specified by the user, or information of the user's choosing, without change in the form or content of the information as sent and received.

Telecommunications Antenna . A specific device, the surface of which is used to transmit and/or receive radio-frequency signals, microwave signals, or other signals transmitted to or from other antennas.

Telecommunications Facility . An unstaffed structure used to house and protect the equipment necessary for processing telecommunications signals, which may include air conditioning equipment and emergency generators.

Telecommunications Tower . Any ground or roof mounted pole, spire, structure, or combination thereof taller than fifteen feet (15'), including lines, cables, wires, braces, and masts, intended primarily for the purposes of mounting an antenna, meteorological device, or similar apparatus above grade. Notwithstanding any other provision of this code "Height" of a telecommunication tower is the distance from the base of the tower to the top of the structure.

Temporary Structure . A structure without any foundation or footing that is removed after a designated time period, when the activity or use for which the temporary structure was erected has ended.

Temporary Use . A use that is authorized by this code to be conducted for a fixed period of time. Temporary uses are characterized by such activities as the sale of agricultural products, contractors' offices, equipment sheds, fireworks, carnivals flea markets, and garage sales.

Texture . Refers to the physical and visual feeling of a building and surface materials.

Tract . A parcel of land identified by letter or number the boundaries of which are shown on the recorded subdivision or development plat. A tract need not be suitable for development.

Traffic Generation Rates . The average daily trips generated per unit of land, as set forth by the Institute of Traffic Engineering or authenticated local figures for approval by the City Engineer.

Traffic Impact Study/Analysis . An analysis of the effect of traffic generated by a development on the capacity, operations and safety of the public street and highway system.

Trash/Garbage Storage Area . That area of a development used for the storage and containment of refuse and refuse containers (i.e. dumpsters).

Tree . A woody perennial plant that has the potential to attain a height of fifteen feet (15') or greater and a dbh of three inches (3") or greater.

Tree Canopy . The land area covered by a tree crown or crowns, as measured in square feet. For a site or lot it may be expressed as the percent of the land area covered by tree canopy and is calculated by dividing the tree canopy cover in square feet by the total land area of the site or lot.

Tree, Class A . Any self-supporting woody plant of a species which normally grows to an overall height of approximately fifty feet (50'), usually with one (1) main stem or trunk although some species may have multiple trunks, and with many branches. Class 'A' trees shall be a minimum of three inches (3") in caliper as measured thirty-six inches (36") above the ground and seven feet (7') in height at time of planting.

Tree, Class B . Any self-supporting woody plant of a species which normally grows to an overall height of approximately twenty-five feet (25'), with one (1) or more main stem(s) or trunk(s) and many branches. 4. Class 'B' trees shall be a minimum of one inch (1") in caliper as measured thirty-six inches (36") above the ground and five feet (5') in height.

Tree Topping . The severe cutting back of limbs of Class A trees larger than two inches (2") in diameter or one inch (1") of Class B trees within the tree crown thereby removing the normal tree canopy.

Truck Stop Facility . Those facilities as contemplated in R.S. 33:4862.1 et seq., which are designed primarily for serving eighteen-wheel tractor-trailer motor vehicles, but where no video draw-poker devices may be operated.

Use . The activity occurring on a lot or parcel, for which land or a building is arranged, designed or intended, or for which land or a building is or may be occupied, including all accessory uses.

Use, Change of . The change within the classified use of a structure or parcel.

Utility . Basic services such as electricity, gas, sewer, or water, or the company that provides such a service.

Variance . A deviation from the height, bulk, setback, parking or other dimensional requirements established by this code.

Vehicle, Commercial . Those exceeding one (1) ton in size with advertising or special equipment, which distinguish it from private automobiles. Any vehicle used for commercial purposes, except passenger vehicles used for to and from work. All vehicles with more than two (2) axles, except motor homes used for recreation and not used in commerce. Note: A sign alone on a vehicle does not make the vehicle commercial.

Vehicle, Recreational . A vehicle designated for temporary living quarters for camping, traveling, or recreational use. It may have its own motive power, or be mounted on or pulled by another vehicle.

Vehicle Storage Yard . Any land or buildings used primarily for the permanent or temporary storage of inoperable vehicles, machinery, or other equipment on a temporary or permanent basis.

Warehouse, Wholesale or Storage . A building or premises in which goods, merchandise or equipment are stored for eventual distribution.

Waiver . A grant of relief to an applicant from a specific development requirement of this Code.

Yard . An open space at grade between a building and the adjoining lot lines, unoccupied and unobstructed by any portion of structure upward except as otherwise provided herein. In measuring a yard to determine the width of a yard, the minimum horizontal distance between the lot line and the maximum permissible main building shall be yard dimension.

Yard, Front . A yard extending across the full width of a lot between the side lot lines and between the front property line and the front line of the building projected to the side lines of the building site. The depth of the front yard shall be measured between the front line of the building and the street line. On corner lots, the front yard shall be considered as parallel to the street upon which the lot has the least dimension. This space is considered open space.

Yard, Rear . A yard extending across the rear of the lot between the side lot lines and being the minimum horizontal distance between a rear lot line and the rear of the maximum main building. The rear yard shall be at the opposite end of the lot from the front yard. However, on through lots fronting two (2) streets, two (2) front yards shall be provided.

Yard, Side . A yard between the main building and the side lot line and extending from the front lot line to the rear lot line.

(Ord. No. 2017-05 , § 1, 2-13-17; Ord. No. 2018-02 , § I, 6-6-18)