Ray Township City Zoning Code

I-1 INDUSTRIAL

SECTION 1500 - STATEMENT OF INTENT.

The industrial residential district is designed as a transition district from the existing single family residential land uses found along North Avenue essentially between 26 Mile Road and 27 Mile Road. These properties have traditionally been designated as an area of the Township where large commercial trucks can be located on residential properties due to the availability of Class A roads (North Avenue and 26 Mile Road). The Township's 2010 Master Plan furthers this idea and develops the corridor as a more true future industrial area. The IR District is designed to implement the ideas and concepts of the 2010 Master Plan by allowing existing residences to be maintained or a single new residence to be constructed while also allowing less intense industrial uses as a permitted use. Those industrial uses which would have additional impacts due to their outdoor nature or potential for noise generation can be considered as a special land use.

Design Elements
Lot Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Lot Area		90,000 sq. ft.
Minimum Lot Width		150'
Maximum Lot Coverage		30%
Maximum Impervious Surface		75%
Maximum Width to Depth Ratio		1:4

Yard Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Front Yard Setback
Road Designation	Regional	152'
	Major	125'
	Major	110'
	Collector	93'
Local	80'
Minimum Side Yard Setback		25'
Minimum Rear Yard Setback		50'

Minimum Parking Setback		Minimum Required Yard
Outdoor Storage Setback		Minimum Required Yard

Building Dimensions		Requirement
Maximum Building Height	Stories	2
Maximum Building Height	Feet	35'

Minimum Building Separation		30'

SECTION 1501 - PERMITTED USES.


The following uses may be permitted subject to the provisions of this Ordinance:
A.	A single family residence (Plats and Site Condominiums shall not be permitted)
B.	Home Occupations (Type I & II)
C.	Indoor Storage of Contractors Equipment, Work Vehicles and the Like
D.	Manufacturing, Assembly and Processing Facilities
E.	Offices

SECTION 1502 - SPECIAL APPROVAL LAND USES.


The following uses may be permitted by the Township Planning Commission, subject to the standards for each use hereinafter itemized and subject to the provisions of Site Plan Review:
A.	Auto Repair Shops
B.	Outdoor Storage of Contractor Equipment, Work Vehicles and the Like
C.	Outdoor Storage of Loose Materials and Products
D.	Outdoor Storage of Raw Materials or Work Product
E.	Landscaping Facilities
F.	Retail Uses
G.	Public Utilities and the Like (Public and Private)
H.	Retail Sales and Display of Fireworks from a temporary facility such as a tent, trailer, stand, area covered by canopy, etc. The Planning Commission may accept a site plan which does not meet the full requirements of Section 2103 provided all information deemed necessary for review is provided. Amended: December 4, 2012

SECTION 1503 - ACCESSORY USES


The following accessory uses may be permitted subject to the provisions of this Ordinance:
A.	Wind Energy Conversion Systems
B.	Private Broadband towers and transmitting devices

SECTION 1504 - CONDITIONS


The following conditions shall apply to all uses permitted in this Ordinance:
A.	Along those areas where outdoor storage is to occur, landscape screening shall be required between the outdoor storage and the public right of way. Screening shall consist of evergreen trees planted at rate of one tree for each ten (10) linear feet of outdoor storage visible from the public right of way. These trees shall be planted in a natural manner while maintaining the visual effect of a screen.
B.	In addition to the required landscaping, a confining fence shall be required around all outdoor uses and storage areas. This fence shall be constructed behind the required landscape noted above.
C.	For those uses which abut an existing residential use, the Planning Commission shall determine the type and intensity of screening necessary between the proposed use and existing adjacent residence. Factors in determining the amount and intensity of landscape shall include: amount and intensity of outdoor use, proximity to the existing residence, existing vegetation, etc.

SECTION 1600 - STATEMENT OF INTENT.

The I-1 Industrial District is designed to accommodate wholesale activities, warehouses, manufacturing and industrial operations providing the Township with land uses increasing its tax base as well as employment opportunities. Other uses with a major outdoor component may be permitted upon special land use review. Certain commercial uses may be permitted in these districts where it is shown that these uses are needed to serve the industrial uses and the personnel employed therein.

Design Elements
Lot Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Lot Area		90,000 sq. ft.
Minimum Lot Width		150'
Maximum Lot Coverage		30%
Maximum Impervious Surface		75%
Maximum Width to Depth Ratio		1:4

Yard Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Front Yard Setback
Road Designation	Regional	152'
	Major	125'
	Major	110'
	Collector	93'
	Local/Private	60'
Minimum Side Yard Setback		15'
Minimum Side Yard Setback - Residential		30'
Minimum Rear Yard Setback		30'
Minimum Rear Yard Setback - Residential		50'

Minimum Parking Setback		Minimum Required Yard
Front Yard		See Above Table
Side Yard, Non-Residential		0'
Side Yard, Residential		40', plus Sec. 1811
Rear Yard, Non-Residential		0'
Rear Yard, Residential		40', plus Sec. 1811

Building Dimensions		Requirement
Maximum Building Height	Stories	2
Maximum Building Height	Feet	35'

Minimum Building Separation		30'
Nonconforming Industrial Lots
Any nonconforming lot of record based on insufficient land area or lot dimension shall only be used as permitted in the district in which it is located. A single nonconforming lot may be developed or improved with a principal building and permitted accessory structures, without the need for a variance, provided that the following conditions have been met:
The structure and lot shall meet a minimum of fifty (50) percent of the required side and rear yard setbacks. Further, the required greenbelt provisions of this Ordinance may also be reduced by fifty (50) percent.
The required front yard setback may be reduced by ten (10) feet.

(Amd. of 5-16-2017)

SECTION 1601 - PRINCIPAL USES PERMITTED.


The following uses may be permitted subject to the provisions of this Ordinance:
A.	Manufacturing, compounding, processing, assembly and packaging facilities within a building.
B.	Warehousing and wholesaling facilities
C.	Offices, research and laboratories.
D.	Commercial kennels.
E.	Public Airports, airfields, runways, hangars, beacons and other facilities associated with airport operations.
F.	Mini-warehousing facilities (indoor only)
G.	Warehousing and Storage of Consumer Fireworks Amended: December 4, 2012
H.	Registered primary caregivers

(Ord. No. 36, § 1.4, 8-25-2021)

SECTION 1602 - SPECIAL APPROVAL LAND USES.


The following uses may be permitted after special land use approval has been granted by the Township Planning Commission:
A.	Retail business uses which have an industrial character in terms of their outdoor storage requirements or activities such as; lumber yards; building materials; boat, car, truck, mobile home, travel trailer or farm implement sales; tree and nursery sales (either wholesale or retail).
B.	Retail services to serve the needs of persons working in the industrial district such as: eating and drinking establishments; banks; automobile service stations; trade or industrial schools; medical clinics and urgent care facilities.
C.	Incineration or compaction of garbage or refuse.
D.	Mining, Extraction and Landfills
E.	Communication towers, personal wireless services (cell towers) and similar commercial towers and antennas
F.	Heavy automobile and engine repair.
G.	Adult Use/Entertainment Amended: December 4, 2012
H.	Concrete, Asphalt, or other Bituminous plants
I.	Yard Waste Composting Facilities
J.	Junk yards
K.	Public Utilities and the Like (Public and Private)
L.	Crematoriums
M.	Trucking operations, trucking facilities and truck storage.
N.	Mini-warehousing with outdoor storage.
O.	Storage facilities for building materials, sand, gravel, lumber or storage of contractors equipment and materials
P.	Bulk Storage of Hazardous Materials
Q.	Large Scale Recreation
R.	Indoor Commercial Recreation
S.	Automobile Recycling Facilities
T.	Warehousing and Storage of Consumer Fireworks along with Retail Sales and Display of Fireworks from a Permanent or Temporary Facility. Amended: December 4, 2012

SECTION 1603 - ACCESSORY USES PERMITTED.


A.	Wind Energy Conversion Systems (providing service to the individual site)
B.	Accessory Caretakers Quarters
C.	Private Broadband towers and transmitting devices

Ray Township City Zoning Code

I-1 INDUSTRIAL

SECTION 1500 - STATEMENT OF INTENT.

Design Elements
Lot Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Lot Area		90,000 sq. ft.
Minimum Lot Width		150'
Maximum Lot Coverage		30%
Maximum Impervious Surface		75%
Maximum Width to Depth Ratio		1:4

Yard Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Front Yard Setback
Road Designation	Regional	152'
	Major	125'
	Major	110'
	Collector	93'
Local	80'
Minimum Side Yard Setback		25'
Minimum Rear Yard Setback		50'

Minimum Parking Setback		Minimum Required Yard
Outdoor Storage Setback		Minimum Required Yard

Building Dimensions		Requirement
Maximum Building Height	Stories	2
Maximum Building Height	Feet	35'

Minimum Building Separation		30'

SECTION 1501 - PERMITTED USES.


The following uses may be permitted subject to the provisions of this Ordinance:
A.	A single family residence (Plats and Site Condominiums shall not be permitted)
B.	Home Occupations (Type I & II)
C.	Indoor Storage of Contractors Equipment, Work Vehicles and the Like
D.	Manufacturing, Assembly and Processing Facilities
E.	Offices

SECTION 1502 - SPECIAL APPROVAL LAND USES.


The following uses may be permitted by the Township Planning Commission, subject to the standards for each use hereinafter itemized and subject to the provisions of Site Plan Review:
A.	Auto Repair Shops
B.	Outdoor Storage of Contractor Equipment, Work Vehicles and the Like
C.	Outdoor Storage of Loose Materials and Products
D.	Outdoor Storage of Raw Materials or Work Product
E.	Landscaping Facilities
F.	Retail Uses
G.	Public Utilities and the Like (Public and Private)
H.	Retail Sales and Display of Fireworks from a temporary facility such as a tent, trailer, stand, area covered by canopy, etc. The Planning Commission may accept a site plan which does not meet the full requirements of Section 2103 provided all information deemed necessary for review is provided. Amended: December 4, 2012

SECTION 1503 - ACCESSORY USES


The following accessory uses may be permitted subject to the provisions of this Ordinance:
A.	Wind Energy Conversion Systems
B.	Private Broadband towers and transmitting devices

SECTION 1504 - CONDITIONS


The following conditions shall apply to all uses permitted in this Ordinance:
A.	Along those areas where outdoor storage is to occur, landscape screening shall be required between the outdoor storage and the public right of way. Screening shall consist of evergreen trees planted at rate of one tree for each ten (10) linear feet of outdoor storage visible from the public right of way. These trees shall be planted in a natural manner while maintaining the visual effect of a screen.
B.	In addition to the required landscaping, a confining fence shall be required around all outdoor uses and storage areas. This fence shall be constructed behind the required landscape noted above.
C.	For those uses which abut an existing residential use, the Planning Commission shall determine the type and intensity of screening necessary between the proposed use and existing adjacent residence. Factors in determining the amount and intensity of landscape shall include: amount and intensity of outdoor use, proximity to the existing residence, existing vegetation, etc.

SECTION 1600 - STATEMENT OF INTENT.

Design Elements
Lot Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Lot Area		90,000 sq. ft.
Minimum Lot Width		150'
Maximum Lot Coverage		30%
Maximum Impervious Surface		75%
Maximum Width to Depth Ratio		1:4

Yard Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Front Yard Setback
Road Designation	Regional	152'
	Major	125'
	Major	110'
	Collector	93'
	Local/Private	60'
Minimum Side Yard Setback		15'
Minimum Side Yard Setback - Residential		30'
Minimum Rear Yard Setback		30'
Minimum Rear Yard Setback - Residential		50'

Minimum Parking Setback		Minimum Required Yard
Front Yard		See Above Table
Side Yard, Non-Residential		0'
Side Yard, Residential		40', plus Sec. 1811
Rear Yard, Non-Residential		0'
Rear Yard, Residential		40', plus Sec. 1811

Building Dimensions		Requirement
Maximum Building Height	Stories	2
Maximum Building Height	Feet	35'

Minimum Building Separation		30'
Nonconforming Industrial Lots
Any nonconforming lot of record based on insufficient land area or lot dimension shall only be used as permitted in the district in which it is located. A single nonconforming lot may be developed or improved with a principal building and permitted accessory structures, without the need for a variance, provided that the following conditions have been met:
The structure and lot shall meet a minimum of fifty (50) percent of the required side and rear yard setbacks. Further, the required greenbelt provisions of this Ordinance may also be reduced by fifty (50) percent.
The required front yard setback may be reduced by ten (10) feet.

(Amd. of 5-16-2017)

SECTION 1601 - PRINCIPAL USES PERMITTED.


The following uses may be permitted subject to the provisions of this Ordinance:
A.	Manufacturing, compounding, processing, assembly and packaging facilities within a building.
B.	Warehousing and wholesaling facilities
C.	Offices, research and laboratories.
D.	Commercial kennels.
E.	Public Airports, airfields, runways, hangars, beacons and other facilities associated with airport operations.
F.	Mini-warehousing facilities (indoor only)
G.	Warehousing and Storage of Consumer Fireworks Amended: December 4, 2012
H.	Registered primary caregivers

(Ord. No. 36, § 1.4, 8-25-2021)

SECTION 1602 - SPECIAL APPROVAL LAND USES.


The following uses may be permitted after special land use approval has been granted by the Township Planning Commission:
A.	Retail business uses which have an industrial character in terms of their outdoor storage requirements or activities such as; lumber yards; building materials; boat, car, truck, mobile home, travel trailer or farm implement sales; tree and nursery sales (either wholesale or retail).
B.	Retail services to serve the needs of persons working in the industrial district such as: eating and drinking establishments; banks; automobile service stations; trade or industrial schools; medical clinics and urgent care facilities.
C.	Incineration or compaction of garbage or refuse.
D.	Mining, Extraction and Landfills
E.	Communication towers, personal wireless services (cell towers) and similar commercial towers and antennas
F.	Heavy automobile and engine repair.
G.	Adult Use/Entertainment Amended: December 4, 2012
H.	Concrete, Asphalt, or other Bituminous plants
I.	Yard Waste Composting Facilities
J.	Junk yards
K.	Public Utilities and the Like (Public and Private)
L.	Crematoriums
M.	Trucking operations, trucking facilities and truck storage.
N.	Mini-warehousing with outdoor storage.
O.	Storage facilities for building materials, sand, gravel, lumber or storage of contractors equipment and materials
P.	Bulk Storage of Hazardous Materials
Q.	Large Scale Recreation
R.	Indoor Commercial Recreation
S.	Automobile Recycling Facilities
T.	Warehousing and Storage of Consumer Fireworks along with Retail Sales and Display of Fireworks from a Permanent or Temporary Facility. Amended: December 4, 2012

SECTION 1603 - ACCESSORY USES PERMITTED.


A.	Wind Energy Conversion Systems (providing service to the individual site)
B.	Accessory Caretakers Quarters
C.	Private Broadband towers and transmitting devices

Ray Township City Zoning Code

I-1 INDUSTRIAL

SECTION 1500 - STATEMENT OF INTENT.

Design Elements
Lot Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Lot Area		90,000 sq. ft.
Minimum Lot Width		150'
Maximum Lot Coverage		30%
Maximum Impervious Surface		75%
Maximum Width to Depth Ratio		1:4

Yard Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Front Yard Setback
Road Designation	Regional	152'
	Major	125'
	Major	110'
	Collector	93'
Local	80'
Minimum Side Yard Setback		25'
Minimum Rear Yard Setback		50'

Minimum Parking Setback		Minimum Required Yard
Outdoor Storage Setback		Minimum Required Yard

Building Dimensions		Requirement
Maximum Building Height	Stories	2
Maximum Building Height	Feet	35'

Minimum Building Separation		30'

SECTION 1501 - PERMITTED USES.


The following uses may be permitted subject to the provisions of this Ordinance:
A.	A single family residence (Plats and Site Condominiums shall not be permitted)
B.	Home Occupations (Type I & II)
C.	Indoor Storage of Contractors Equipment, Work Vehicles and the Like
D.	Manufacturing, Assembly and Processing Facilities
E.	Offices

SECTION 1502 - SPECIAL APPROVAL LAND USES.


The following uses may be permitted by the Township Planning Commission, subject to the standards for each use hereinafter itemized and subject to the provisions of Site Plan Review:
A.	Auto Repair Shops
B.	Outdoor Storage of Contractor Equipment, Work Vehicles and the Like
C.	Outdoor Storage of Loose Materials and Products
D.	Outdoor Storage of Raw Materials or Work Product
E.	Landscaping Facilities
F.	Retail Uses
G.	Public Utilities and the Like (Public and Private)
H.	Retail Sales and Display of Fireworks from a temporary facility such as a tent, trailer, stand, area covered by canopy, etc. The Planning Commission may accept a site plan which does not meet the full requirements of Section 2103 provided all information deemed necessary for review is provided. Amended: December 4, 2012

SECTION 1503 - ACCESSORY USES


The following accessory uses may be permitted subject to the provisions of this Ordinance:
A.	Wind Energy Conversion Systems
B.	Private Broadband towers and transmitting devices

SECTION 1504 - CONDITIONS


The following conditions shall apply to all uses permitted in this Ordinance:
A.	Along those areas where outdoor storage is to occur, landscape screening shall be required between the outdoor storage and the public right of way. Screening shall consist of evergreen trees planted at rate of one tree for each ten (10) linear feet of outdoor storage visible from the public right of way. These trees shall be planted in a natural manner while maintaining the visual effect of a screen.
B.	In addition to the required landscaping, a confining fence shall be required around all outdoor uses and storage areas. This fence shall be constructed behind the required landscape noted above.
C.	For those uses which abut an existing residential use, the Planning Commission shall determine the type and intensity of screening necessary between the proposed use and existing adjacent residence. Factors in determining the amount and intensity of landscape shall include: amount and intensity of outdoor use, proximity to the existing residence, existing vegetation, etc.

SECTION 1600 - STATEMENT OF INTENT.

Design Elements
Lot Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Lot Area		90,000 sq. ft.
Minimum Lot Width		150'
Maximum Lot Coverage		30%
Maximum Impervious Surface		75%
Maximum Width to Depth Ratio		1:4

Yard Dimensions		Requirement
Minimum Front Yard Setback
Road Designation	Regional	152'
	Major	125'
	Major	110'
	Collector	93'
	Local/Private	60'
Minimum Side Yard Setback		15'
Minimum Side Yard Setback - Residential		30'
Minimum Rear Yard Setback		30'
Minimum Rear Yard Setback - Residential		50'

Minimum Parking Setback		Minimum Required Yard
Front Yard		See Above Table
Side Yard, Non-Residential		0'
Side Yard, Residential		40', plus Sec. 1811
Rear Yard, Non-Residential		0'
Rear Yard, Residential		40', plus Sec. 1811

Building Dimensions		Requirement
Maximum Building Height	Stories	2
Maximum Building Height	Feet	35'

Minimum Building Separation		30'
Nonconforming Industrial Lots
Any nonconforming lot of record based on insufficient land area or lot dimension shall only be used as permitted in the district in which it is located. A single nonconforming lot may be developed or improved with a principal building and permitted accessory structures, without the need for a variance, provided that the following conditions have been met:
The structure and lot shall meet a minimum of fifty (50) percent of the required side and rear yard setbacks. Further, the required greenbelt provisions of this Ordinance may also be reduced by fifty (50) percent.
The required front yard setback may be reduced by ten (10) feet.

(Amd. of 5-16-2017)

SECTION 1601 - PRINCIPAL USES PERMITTED.


The following uses may be permitted subject to the provisions of this Ordinance:
A.	Manufacturing, compounding, processing, assembly and packaging facilities within a building.
B.	Warehousing and wholesaling facilities
C.	Offices, research and laboratories.
D.	Commercial kennels.
E.	Public Airports, airfields, runways, hangars, beacons and other facilities associated with airport operations.
F.	Mini-warehousing facilities (indoor only)
G.	Warehousing and Storage of Consumer Fireworks Amended: December 4, 2012
H.	Registered primary caregivers

(Ord. No. 36, § 1.4, 8-25-2021)

SECTION 1602 - SPECIAL APPROVAL LAND USES.


The following uses may be permitted after special land use approval has been granted by the Township Planning Commission:
A.	Retail business uses which have an industrial character in terms of their outdoor storage requirements or activities such as; lumber yards; building materials; boat, car, truck, mobile home, travel trailer or farm implement sales; tree and nursery sales (either wholesale or retail).
B.	Retail services to serve the needs of persons working in the industrial district such as: eating and drinking establishments; banks; automobile service stations; trade or industrial schools; medical clinics and urgent care facilities.
C.	Incineration or compaction of garbage or refuse.
D.	Mining, Extraction and Landfills
E.	Communication towers, personal wireless services (cell towers) and similar commercial towers and antennas
F.	Heavy automobile and engine repair.
G.	Adult Use/Entertainment Amended: December 4, 2012
H.	Concrete, Asphalt, or other Bituminous plants
I.	Yard Waste Composting Facilities
J.	Junk yards
K.	Public Utilities and the Like (Public and Private)
L.	Crematoriums
M.	Trucking operations, trucking facilities and truck storage.
N.	Mini-warehousing with outdoor storage.
O.	Storage facilities for building materials, sand, gravel, lumber or storage of contractors equipment and materials
P.	Bulk Storage of Hazardous Materials
Q.	Large Scale Recreation
R.	Indoor Commercial Recreation
S.	Automobile Recycling Facilities
T.	Warehousing and Storage of Consumer Fireworks along with Retail Sales and Display of Fireworks from a Permanent or Temporary Facility. Amended: December 4, 2012

SECTION 1603 - ACCESSORY USES PERMITTED.


A.	Wind Energy Conversion Systems (providing service to the individual site)
B.	Accessory Caretakers Quarters
C.	Private Broadband towers and transmitting devices