This section shall apply to Commercial Gardens and Greenhouses.

(Ord. No. 448-H, § 5, 2-11-2021)

The establishment, expansion, or redevelopment of Commercial Gardens and Greenhouses shall be allowed as provided in the Matrix: Use Permissions and Parking Requirements Matrix and Parking Matrix and shall comply with the development standards of the zoning district, the general development standards and this section.

(Ord. No. 448-H, § 5, 2-11-2021)

A.

Methods to control adverse effects of noise, lights, dust, fumes and other nuisances shall be required to provide appropriate mitigation based on the operational characteristics of the commercial garden or greenhouse use.

B.

Outdoor storage shall comply with section 16.50.270, Outside Storage, Accessory Use, Industrial.

(Ord. No. 448-H, § 5, 2-11-2021)

A.

The property shall be maintained in an orderly and neat condition consistent with the City property maintenance standards.

B.

No trash or debris shall be stored or allowed to remain on the property outside of approved garbage containers.

C.

Tools and supplies shall be stored indoors.

D.

Vegetative material (e.g., compost), additional dirt for distribution and other bulk supplies, shall be kept in a neat and orderly fashion and shall not create a visual blight or offensive odors.

E.

Large power tools (e.g., mowers, tillers) shall be stored at the rear of the property.

F.

The commercial garden shall be designed and maintained to prevent any chemical pesticide, fertilizer or other garden waste from draining off of the property. Pesticides and fertilizers may only be stored on the property in a locked building or shed and must comply with any other applicable requirements for hazardous materials.

(Ord. No. 448-H, § 5, 2-11-2021)

A.

Soil. The commercial gardens and greenhouses shall comply with all federal, state and local regulations pertaining to agricultural production and soil suitability.

B.

Water. Water conservation and stormwater runoff prevention practices shall be employed in accordance with applicable regulations adopted by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) and the City. In addition, it is recommended that commercial gardens use water conservation techniques, including sheet mulching, basins and swales, and drip irrigation systems. Irrigation of edible plants shall comply with all federal and state regulations, including, but not limited to, those set forth in Chapter 62-610, F.A.C.

C.

Pesticides and herbicides. Commercial gardens and greenhouses shall comply with all federal, state and local regulations pertaining to pesticides and herbicides.

D.

Fertilizer. Commercial gardens and greenhouses shall comply with all federal, state and local regulations pertaining to fertilizer.

(Ord. No. 448-H, § 5, 2-11-2021)

On-site sale of produce shall be allowed as an accessory use.

(Ord. No. 448-H, § 5, 2-11-2021)