North Lebanon Township
City Zoning Code
City Zoning Code
PART 3A
INTENSIVE AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT IA
§ 27-3A01 Intent.
[Ord. 64-84, 6/4/1984; as added by Ord. 1-2003, 6/16/2003, § II]
The regulations of the Intensive Agricultural District (IA) are designed to protect and preserve the existing agricultural lands of the Township and those where environmental conditions are most conducive to agricultural operations which will produce high crop yields. Principal protection and preservation emphasis is concentrated on farm land and conversion to nonfarm usage is discouraged. Where designated as nonprime farm land, limited residential, nonresidential and farm-related commercial uses are permitted to facilitate those individuals who may desire to locate in an agricultural setting.
§ 27-3A02 Zoning District and Map.
[Ord. 64-84, 6/4/1984; as added by Ord. 1-2003, 6/16/2003, § II]
The Intensive Animal District is hereby established in the area as more specifically set forth in the amended Zoning Map as attached hereto. With the adoption of this Part, the area shall no longer be designated as an "Agricultural District."
§ 27-3A03 Permitted Uses.
[Ord. 6-4-84, 6/4/1984; as added by Ord. 1-2003, 6/16/2003, § II; as amended by Ord. 1-2007, 5/21/2007, § XVI; and by Ord. 2-2014, 5/19/2014, § X]
1.
The following uses are permitted, subject to the requirements listed herein:
A.
Agriculture, crop and truck farming, pasturing, truck gardening, horticulture, nurseries, aviaries, hatcheries, apiaries (subject to the regulations set forth in Chapter 27, Part 12, Supplementary District Regulations, § 27-1232), and similar agricultural uses. Greenhouses are also permitted, provided that they do not involve retail sales of items stocked for resale.
[Amended by Ord. No. 4-2022, 3/21/2022]
B.
Animal husbandry.
C.
Concentrated animal operations (CAO) and concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFO) shall be a permitted use provided that it complies with the following requirements:
(1)
The setback lines of the building shall meet the setback lines as provided in the Nutrient Management Act and/or other such federal or state requirements. Proof of compliance shall be provided to the Township upon request.
(2)
If the Nutrient Management Act requires that the applicant farm shall have a current Nutrient Management Act approved by the Lebanon County Conservation District or such other designated approval entity. Proof of approval shall be provided to the Township, and a copy of the plan and approval shall be provided to the Township upon request.
(3)
If required by state or federal law, the applicant farm shall have an approved conservation plan to incorporate the agricultural use. A copy of the plan shall be provided to the Township upon request.
(4)
The applicant farm shall have an approved Nutrient and Odor Management Plan prepared by a certified Nutrient Management Specialist or such other individual as authorized by state or federal law. The new or expanded facility shall be constructed in accordance with the approved plan, and a representative of the certified Nutrient Management Specialist shall certify to the Township that the construction has been completed in accordance with the plan.
(5)
The applicant farm shall prepare an Emergency Action Plan to address any spillage that may occur from the subject farm onto a public road. The cleanup shall be the responsibility of the applicant.
(6)
The applicant shall demonstrate upon request by the Township that the operation allows for the safe and efficient movement of all vehicles associated with the operation.
Other Permitted Uses: |
D.
Pet kennels, provided that they are located a minimum of 200 feet from any right-of-way or lot line.
E.
Public conservation areas for the preservation of open space, water, soil, forest and wildlife resources.
F.
Public park and recreation areas, forest preserves, game refuges and similar nonintensive uses.
H.
Customary accessory uses and structures incidental to any of the above permitted uses, including the following:
I.
Upon approval by the Zoning Hearing Board, the following special exception uses are permitted provided that the use complies with the conditions listed herein of this chapter. Additionally, the applicable requirements of §§ 27-303 and 27-304 of this chapter including maximum lot area, shall also apply.
(1)
Semi-public or private recreational areas, game and wildlife hunting and gunning clubs, camps, and structures necessary for the operation of these uses.
(2)
Riding academies, commercial stables and animal hospitals.
(3)
Saw mills and other establishments associated with forestry.
(4)
Agriculturally oriented commercial establishments (e.g., farm implement dealers, feed mills, seed stores, butchering shops, etc.)
§ 27-3A04 (Reserved)
[Ord. 6-4-84, 6/4/1984; as added by Ord. 1-2003, 6/16/2003, § II; as amended by Ord. 2-2014, 5/19/2014, § X]