- DEVELOPMENT DESIGN AND IMPROVEMENT STANDARDS
The purpose of this Article is to provide development design and improvements standards applicable to all development activity within the Village.
All improvements required by this Article shall be designed, installed, and paid for by the Developer.
The provisions of this Article are intended to ensure functional and attractive development. Development design shall first take into account the protection of natural resources as prescribed in Article IV of this Code. All development shall be designed to avoid unnecessary impervious surface cover; to provide adequate access to lots and sites; and to avoid adverse effects of shadow, glare, noise, odor, traffic, drainage, and utilities on surrounding properties. To the maximum extent feasible, land uses shall be compatible with adjacent uses, and buffer areas may be necessary to minimize impacts.
In addition, during land disturbance activity, construction sites shall be required to reduce soil erosion by [the] best management practices feasible, including use of hay bales, mulching and grassing.
A.
Requirements for All Developments. All developments shall have a total land area sufficient to meet all development design standards in this Code including, but not limited to, land required to provide setbacks from abutting rights-of-way, buffers, stormwater management, off-street parking and circulation, protection of environmentally sensitive lands, and any other provisions which may require land area to be set aside.
B.
Specific Requirements for Residential Development.
(1)
No Building shall be allowed on any lot except one detached single dwelling house for the use of one family only, and no lot shall be used except for residential purposes exclusively for one family. No accessory building shall be allowed, built or used. No temporary residence shall be permitted on any lot. No business of any kind shall be conducted from a residential use.
(Restrictive Covenants, § 1; Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.1)
(2)
Building Site Area. The minimum building site area shall be 1 lot as shown on the Plat. The ground floor area of the main structure on any lot (exclusive of 1 story open porches and garages) shall not be less than 1200 square feet in the case of a 1 story structure, nor less than 1000 square feet in the case of a structure having more than 1 story. A residential site may consist of 1 or more lots, all of 1 lot and part of another or of contiguous parts on more than 1 lot or any other combination of contiguous parts of lots which will form an integral unit of land suitable for use as a site for a residence and extending from the street serving the same to the rear or waterfront boundary. No resubdivision as aforesaid or otherwise shall be permitted unless the total area shall be at least equal to each lot within five hundred (500) feet of the lot being subdivided, subject to any Village Council imposed conditions.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.11; Ord. No. 2024-03, § 2, 12-12-24)
(3)
Building Height. The height of any building shall be no more than 35 feet above grade measured to the highest structural component of the structure such as roof ridge, parapet wall, spire, or screen.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.12; Ord. No. 2021-02, § 3, 9-22-21)
(4)
Pervious Area. A lot shall consist of a minimum of thirty percent (30%) of pervious area. The area between the front lot line and the main structure and the area between the rear lot line and the main structure must include a portion of this pervious area in sod. The area between the side lot lines and the main structure shall include a minimum three-foot wide buffer area consisting of landscaping and may include any fences or walls. This buffer area shall be inclusive of the thirty percent (30%) pervious area requirement.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.13; Ord. No. 2021-02, § 3, 9-22-21; Ord. No. 2023-02, § 4, 5-17-23)
The portion of pervious area adjacent to streets must be sodded to the paved area of the street. No paved or pebbled parking strips shall be permitted on any lot adjacent [to] or abutting any street.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.6; Ord. No. 2023-02, § 4, 5-17-23
(5)
Driveways. Driveways must allow for drainage on swale at street and they must be level with and form a perfect joint with said street.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.15)
(6)
Garage doors. Garage doors shall not open directly to a street. Each residence constructed in the Residential District shall have a garage with a minimum area of 450 square feet. A garage shall be used exclusively for the shelter of motor vehicles and may not be converted to another use, except that if a garage is converted to another use, then another garage must be built for the shelter of motor vehicles.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.10)
(7)
Filling in. No lot or parcel shall be increased in size by filling in the waters on which it abuts.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.4)
C.
Specific Requirement for Commercial Development.
(1)
Building height. In general, buildings shall not exceed one and two stores [stories]; provided, however, that the total square footage area of the second story of the two-story buildings shall not exceed 35% of the total square footage area of the first floor of all buildings erected in the planned business center. It shall be further provided that a relatively small mezzanine may be included in a one-story supermarket and which mezzanine area shall neither be included in the area of the one story buildings nor be included in the second floor area of the two story buildings in determining the limitations hereunder.
(2)
Area. The building or buildings erected on the designated plot shall not cover more than 35% of the land area.
(3)
Buffer area. A landscaped area shall be established between the Planned Business Center and the residential area or district, said landscaped area to consist of not less than three (3) feet of land around the north and west perimeter of the designated plot, which shall be so landscaped with high massive plantings as to substantially isolate the Planned Business Center from the residential district. Said buffer area shall also be subject to the provisions of paragraph 5 of this section.
(4)
Roof cornices. Roof cornices constructed of fire resistant material ten (10) feet or more above the sidewalk, may project over an installed sidewalk area. The construction and anchorage of such projection shall be subject to approval of the Village Building Inspector and may be erect [erected] only upon proper permit issued by the Village Building Inspector who shall have the right, when the public welfare so requires, to curtail and restrain permissive cornice construction otherwise allowable hereunder.
(5)
Design. All business buildings and landscaping constructed and/or installed in this use category shall be of approved construction and shall be designed with every practical consideration for esthetics and appearance, fire protection, health, light, [and] air; and all plans and specifications of said buildings shall be approved in advance by the zoning board (reviewable by the Village Council) before the Village Building Inspector is permitted to issue a building permit thereof.
(6)
Subdivision. Any subdividing of the present acreage located in the commercial category shall be subject to prior approval by the Village Council.
(7)
Sanitary service. It shall be the responsibility of the owners of business property within this use category to provide at their own expense all facilities and other needful devices including pipes, conduit and connections for sanitary service to the commercial properties developed hereunder. The installation, operation and maintenance of such sanitary service facilities shall be subject to and accomplished in accordance with all pertinent rules and regulations imposed in regard thereto by complete authority.
(8)
Parking area lighting. It shall be the duty of the owners of the business property designated hereunder to provide proper lighting, including private parking area lighting on the private property involved. Such lighting shall be approved by the Village Building Inspector with the view of reducing to a practical minimum any objectionable effect on the surrounding residential area. Such lighting services shall not be the fiscal responsibility of the Village.
(9)
Refuse, garbage, and trash. For so long as the method of taxation provided for under Article 9, Section 1, of the Village Charter shall continue to be in force and effect and remains substantially unchanged, the Village shall not be responsible, fiscally or otherwise, for the collection of refuse, garbage and trash from the commercial properties designated hereunder. The needful services required to accomplish the same far exceed the maximum tax imposable, and would work an arbitrary and unjust burden upon the Village for one large parcel of land which, pursuant to the Charter provision stated, is taxed the same as a single lot. After the ten (10) year period providing for such method of taxation in said Charter provision expires, this provision shall be reviewable.
(10)
Electrical wiring. All primary and/or secondary outdoor electrical wiring shall be underground and/or concealed in the building and/or affixed in [a] conduit or raceway to the buildings. No overhead exposed outdoor wiring will be permitted.
(11)
Roof air conditioners. All air conditioners (cooling and/or heating) which are located on the roof of any building shall not extend more than three (3) feet in height above the roof level and said air conditioners (cooling and/or heating) shall be ornamentally screened on the west and north sides.
(12)
Commercial deliveries. Commercial deliveries to the premises shall be permitted only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. No commercial deliveries shall be allowed on Sundays or legal holidays of the State of Florida. Commercial deliveries during hours or on days other than as permitted by the two (2) foregoing provisions may be permitted upon application made and approval granted in each and every instance by competent Village authority, including the police officer on duty at the time of the request.
(13)
Licenses. All occupancy and use by a business entity whatsoever occupying or using the premises in the Commercial area shall be subject to all of the usual obtaining of permits, license fees and other rules and regulations promulgated by the Village of Sea Ranch Lakes by Ordinance, Resolution or administrative action, as same presently exist or as same may be subsequently adopted.
(14)
Special dissipator and arrestor for smoke and fumes. No restaurant or other place of business emitting smoke or fumes shall be operated in this Commercial area unless and until there shall first have been installed a smoke and fumes arrestor or dissipator of an efficient washed air design; said device to be installed in the stack or other opening where the smoke or fumes are ejected, all to the end that the air in the nearby residential area shall not be polluted. All such devices shall be subject to the approval of the Village Building Inspector.
(15)
Site development plan. No building or structure shall be erected or altered, or any land used, or any change of use consummated, nor shall any building permit be issued therefor, unless and until a site development plan for such building, structure and/or use shall have been checked by the enforcing official for conformity with this Code. Such site development plan shall include in proper form, detail, dimension and scale the following:
(a)
The location, character, size and height of all buildings, structures and uses on the plot, including walls, fences and landscaping.
(b)
The location, character and enclosure of all outside facilities for waste storage and disposal.
(c)
All curb cuts, driveways, parking areas and loading areas.
(d)
All pedestrian walkways, yards, landscaping and landscape watering facilities.
(e)
Locations, size, character, height and orientation of all signs.
The site development plan shall conform to all applicable provisions of the Code and shall, in addition thereto, provide such a design and arrangement of pertinent features and elements of the development and use of the plot so as to:
(1)
Protect and minimize any undesirable effects upon contiguous and nearby residential property.
(2)
Provide sufficient off-street parking and loading facilities on private property.
(3)
Provide sufficient walls, fences, enclosures and/or hedges to prevent or minimize effects of noise, glare, smoke, soot, etc., upon nearby residential property.
(4)
Submit a landscape plan certified by a Florida certified architect, surveyor, engineer or landscape architect identifying the location and species of all plants and trees located on the property prior to construction and specifically identifying all plants and trees which are to be removed, destroyed or replaced during the construction process.
(16)
Maintenance. All setback areas, yards, walkways, and parking areas, shall be maintained in a neat and clean condition, free of refuse and debris. All landscaped areas and plantings shall be maintained in a live, healthy and growing condition, properly watered, mowed and trimmed. Any plantings of grass, shrubs or trees which become dead, diseased or badly damaged shall be replaced with sound, healthy plant materials.
(17)
[Traffic and Security Considerations.] In addition to the purposes stated as the preamble to this Section, it is hereby declared to be within the purpose and intent of this section and the Commercial area Planned Business Center that in approving or rejecting additional uses permitted or prohibited within said district, there may be considered additional traffic burdens imposed upon the business center district as well as additional security requirements imposed upon the police department of the Village of Sea Ranch Lakes, Florida, together with other permissible considerations.
(Ord. No. 83-1, § 4, 6-14-83; Ord. No. 94-2, § 2, 4-12-94)
A.
Residential District. On all lots, other than those fronting upon the Waterfront boundary, no structure or any part thereof, including garages, porches and carports shall be erected any closer to the front property line than twenty-five feet (25') or a distance which is twenty percent (20%) of the dimension of the lot from the front property line to the rear property line, whichever is the lesser. All lots fronting upon the Waterfront boundary, no structure or any part thereof, including garages, porches and carports, shall be erected any closer than twenty-five (25) feet to the street line. On all lots no structure or any part thereof, shall be erected any closer than twelve feet (12') to either side property line except in the case of corner lots in which event the setback line on that side facing the street shall be fifteen feet (15') from said street line. Notwithstanding the foregoing, where a structure exceeds twenty-two feet (22') in height that portion of the structure above twenty-two feet (22') in height shall be set back an additional one foot (1') per foot of additional height. On all lots except those lots fronting upon the Waterfront boundary, no structure or part thereof, shall be erected any closer than fifteen feet (15') to the rear property line. On all lots fronting upon the Intracoastal Waterway, no structure or any part thereof, shall be erected any closer than fifteen feet (15') from the rear property line and on all lots fronting upon the interior lakes, no structure or any part thereof, shall be erected any closer than twenty-five feet (25') from the rear property line.
In addition to the foregoing setback requirements, roof over-hangs shall not extend more than twenty-four inches (24") beyond any wall into a side yard setback.
(Restrictive Covenants, § 4; Ord. No. 88-1, § 3; Ord. No. 89-5, § 3.2; Ord. No. 91-2, § 2, 6-11-91; Ord. No. 97-1, § 2, 5-13-97; Ord. No. 2021-02, § 3, 9-22-21; Ord. No. 2023-02, § 4, 5-17-23)
B.
Commercial District. Setbacks of all commercial buildings constructed shall be not less than twenty-five (25) feet from any property line containing the business area.
(Ord. No. 83-1, § 4(f), 6-14-83)
A.
If all or any existing structures on a lot are being, or have been, totally demolished drought-resistant sod or drought-resistant ground cover shall be installed on the entire demolition and/or disturbed areas before close-out of the demolition building permit and thereafter maintained.
B.
If any or all existing structures on a lot are being, or have been, demolished in preparation for new development in accordance with a valid development order and/or building permit, and the construction of a principal structure has not commenced within 30 days after the demolition has been completed, the owner of the lot shall install drought-resistant sod or drought-resistant ground cover and shall restore the lot to its pre-demolition elevation, brush-cut the lot, and keep the lot free of debris, trash, and invasive plant materials until start of the permitted construction.
(Ord. No. 2021-02, § 3, 9-22-21)
Off-street parking facilities shall be provided for all development within the Village pursuant to the requirements of this Code. The facilities shall be maintained as long as the use exists that the facilities were designed to serve.
Parking spaces for not less than three hundred fifty (350) cars shall be provided on private property.
(Ord. No. 83-1, § 4(h), 6-14-83)
All lawns adjacent to streets must be sodded to the paved area of the street. No paved or pebbled parking strips shall be permitted on any lot adjacent or abutting any street. No trees shall be planted on any swale.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.6; Ord. No. 92-3, § 2, 4-14-92)
It shall be unlawful for any person to park or store, or for any person to permit on property owned by him or under his control, the parking or storage of any truck, trailer, boat trailer, bus, camper or camper-bus, except for such vehicles as may be actually used by pickup or delivery service personnel, or service maintenance or construction personnel, and except further that any of such vehicles may be parked or stored inside lawful buildings or garages.
(Ord. No. 69-4, § 3, 12-23-69)
In addition to meeting the requirements of this Code, the design and performance of all stormwater management systems shall comply with applicable state regulations (Chapter 17-25, Florida Administrative Code) or rules of the South Florida Water Management District. In all cases the strictest of the applicable standards shall apply.
In addition, since the stormwater management Level of Service (LOS) standards adopted in the Village Comprehensive Plan are met by the permitting requirements already established by the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation (DER) and the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), it is therefore required that all nonexempt development receive appropriate permits from the DER and SFWMD before a permit is issued by the Village.
Where feasible, stormwater should be directed into grassy swales for pretreatment prior to discharge into the Lakes.
The grading of all properties shall be designed so that the average grade elevation of the lot, other than the building's footprint, shall not exceed the average elevation along the center line of the street pavement on which it fronts, unless the base floor elevation established by FEMA is higher than the centerline of the street. Proposed elevations along property boundaries on any site plan shall match the adjacent lands, or shall include features that cause no storm runoff to flow across any of the property's boundaries.
(Ord. No. 2023-02, § 4, 5-17-23)
A.
Design Principles. All landscaped areas should conform to the following general design principles:
1.
Landscaping should integrate the proposed development into existing site features through consideration of existing topography, hydrology, soils and vegetation.
2.
The functional elements of the development plan, particularly the drainage systems and internal circulation systems for vehicles and pedestrians, should be integrated into the landscaping plan.
3.
Landscaping should be used to minimize potential erosion through the use of ground covers or any other type of landscape material that aids in soil stabilization.
4.
Existing native vegetation should be preserved and used to meet landscaping requirements.
5.
Landscaping should enhance the visual environment through the use of materials that achieve variety with respect to seasonal changes, species of living material selected, textures, colors and size at maturity.
6.
Landscaping design should consider the aesthetic and functional aspects of vegetation, both when initially installed and when the vegetation has reached maturity. Newly installed plants should be placed at intervals appropriate to the size of the plant at maturity, and the design should use short- and long-term elements to satisfy the general design principles of this section over time.
7.
Landscaping should enhance public safety and minimize nuisances.
8.
Landscaping should be used to provide windbreaks, channel wind and increase ventilation.
9.
Landscaping should maximize the shading of streets and vehicle use areas.
10.
The selection and placement of landscaping materials should consider the effect on existing or future solar access, of enhancing the use of solar radiation, and of conserving the maximum amount of energy. No development plan shall be denied solely on the basis of the design principles in this section.
B.
Xeriscape. All new development and redevelopment shall, to the maximum extent feasible incorporate xeriscape into all landscaping.
A.
Existence of Weeds, Trash, and Vegetation Upon Lands Prohibited.
1.
The existence of weeds, dead or living plant life, undergrowth, brush, trash, filth, garbage or other refuse on any lot, tract or parcel of land in the Village, whether improved or unimproved, which has caused the property to become, or which may reasonably cause the property to become infested or inhabited by rodents, snakes, vermin or wild animals, or may furnish a breeding place for mosquitoes or threatens the public health, safety or welfare, or may reasonably cause disease, or adversely affects and impairs the economic welfare of other property, is declared to constitute a public nuisance and is prohibited. Every owner of real property in the Village has a duty to keep his/her property free of any nuisance at his expense.
2.
The existence of weeds or other dead or living plant life or vegetation which has attained a height of four (4) inches or more, on any lot, tract or parcel of land in the Village, whether improved or unimproved, shall be presumed to be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare, and thus shall be presumed to constitute a public nuisance under the terms and conditions of this subchapter.
3.
The existence of accumulations of vegetative (i.e. yard and garden) trash mixed with other types of refuse is deemed to be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare and thus deemed to be a public nuisance and prohibited. Such mixed accumulations shall not be picked up by the Village's sanitation franchisee during regular collection routes but shall be subject code enforcement action or other enforcement as are other nuisances in any manner set forth in this Chapter.
4.
The existence of accumulations of loose, uncontainerized, or unbundled refuse; other than heavy, bulky items; is deemed to be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare and thus shall be deemed a public nuisance and is prohibited. Such accumulations shall not be picked up by the Village's sanitation franchisee during regular collection routes but shall be subject to abatement by citation, or code enforcement action or other enforcement as are other nuisances in any manner set forth in this Chapter.
B.
Hurricanes; Lands to be Kept Free of Debris, Vegetation, and the Like.
1.
Each year, prior to hurricane season, property owners shall inspect their properties and address and correct situations and conditions which may be a hazard to life, property, or utilities in the time of hurricane winds prevalent to this area.
2.
All property in the Village shall be kept free from debris, vegetation (including trees), or any other matter which, by reason of height, proximity to neighboring structures, or physical condition or other peculiar characteristic, might, in time of hurricane winds prevalent in this region, cause damage to life, property or utilities within the immediate area surrounding the same. The existence of any debris, vegetation, tree, or other matter which shall create a hazard is declared to be a nuisance.
C.
Accumulation of Sand, Rocks, Debris, or Spoil.
1.
It shall be unlawful and constitute a nuisance to allow or maintain on any lot located in within the corporate limits of this Village any accumulation of sand, rocks, debris or spoil at a height of over three (3) feet measured from the crown of either the front or side street or road on which it is located, whichever is lower.
2.
However, this height limitation shall not be applicable to those lots fully enclosed by a reinforced concrete retaining wall constructed to a height equal to or in excess of the accumulation of the sand, rocks, debris or spoil maintained or located on that property.
D.
Yards and Landscape Areas.
1.
Any portion of a lot not covered by a residence, building or structure or otherwise devoted to parking, service drive or walkway shall be sodded with a healthy grass or other appropriate ground cover and shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner.
2.
All landscape materials, whether required or optional, shall be maintained in a healthy live condition so as to present a neat and attractive appearance and so as to discourage the collection of trash or debris or infestation by pests. Trees, shrubs, ground cover and grasses shall be trimmed in a manner consistent with good landscaping practices and otherwise required by this Code.
[E]
Notice of Violation Required; Abatement and Alternative Enforcement.
1.
If the Mayor or his/her designated representative determines that a violation of the code exists in accordance with the standards set forth in this Chapter on any lot, tract, parcel or other real property within the Village, whether improved or unimproved, he/she shall notify the owner of the property as stated upon the last complete records of the County Property Appraiser. The notice shall be given in writing by certified mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, or by hand delivery which shall be effective and complete when delivered and shall be considered sufficient notice. In case of multiple or joint ownership, service as herein provided on any one owner shall be sufficient. The personal delivery by the Mayor or his/her designated representative in lieu of mailing shall be equivalent to mailing. In the event that the mailed notice is returned by the postal authorities or the return receipt is not received by the Village within fifteen (15) days after mailing, and the notice cannot be reasonably hand delivered to the owner of the property or his agent, the notice shall be given by a physical posting of the notice on the subject property pursuant to Chapter 162 Florida Statutes. "Reasonably hand delivered" shall mean one attempt to hand deliver, if the owner or his agent resides within the Village limits, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on any weekday, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
2.
Alternatively, a Village Police officer may issue a written warning notice in person or by certified mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, to the person who committed the violation. Said notice shall specify the Section of the Code of Ordinances that is being violated and the required correction date. The Village may also seek any and all other relief allowed pursuant to law including but not limited to injunctive relief and damages as permitted by law.
F.
Property Maintenance—Single-family residential. The owner and/or operator of any single-family residential property within the corporate limits of the Village of Sea Ranch Lakes shall comply with the following minimum property maintenance standards:
(1)
The exterior of all fences, garden walls, and similar enclosures, where exposed to the public view, shall be maintained in good condition and shall not show evidence of deterioration, ripping, tearing, or other holes or breaks. Painted or stained surfaces shall be free of peeling paint mold or mildew, void of any evidence of deterioration.
(2)
All surfaces, including roofs, requiring painting or which are otherwise protected from the elements shall be kept painted or protected. All surfaces including roofs, shall be maintained free of mold, mildew, rust stains, loose tiles or other surfacing material, crumbling stone, brick or stucco, or other conditions reflective of deterioration or inadequate maintenance.
(3)
No structure of a temporary character, trailer, tent, shack, garage, or other outbuilding shall be permitted on any property or used on any property at any time as a residence, either temporary or permanently.
(4)
No obstruction to visibility to streets, street intersections or access easement intersections, or obstruction to traffic control devices, either in the form of landscaping or shrubbery or fence or other structure, shall be permitted at any time.
(5)
All landscaping, including without limitation, trees, shrubs, lawns, flower beds, walkways and ground elevations shall be maintained in a neat, orderly and attractive manner, including necessary irrigation, consistent with the general appearance of developed portions of the village. Trees and shrubs shall be regularly pruned and not to be allowed to become overgrown. Lawns shall be mowed on a regular basis as necessary by the conditions. Grass shall not be permitted to grow to a height exceeding six inches from the ground. No weeds, underbrush or other unsightly growths shall be permitted to grow or remain upon any part of the property and no refuse pile or unsightly objects shall be allowed to be placed or allowed to remain on any property. Dead and/or diseased plant material shall be removed and replaced with a suitable planting in a prompt manner. No vegetation shall be permitted to extend into roads located in the Village, except for tree canopies, which canopies must maintain height clearance for vehicular, pedestrian and bicycle traffic.
(6)
No stagnant water shall be permitted to accumulate which would provide a nesting, breeding or feeding area for sand flies, mosquitoes or other insects.
(7)
The exterior of all premises and every structure thereon, including all parts of the structure and appurtenance where exposed to public view, shall be maintained in good condition and shall not show evidence of deterioration, weathering, discoloration, rust, ripping, tearing or other holes or breaks. All screened enclosures shall contain screens, which are properly fitted and maintained. All other surfaces shall be maintained free of broken glass, crumbling stone, brick or stucco or other conditions reflective of deterioration of inadequate maintenance.
(8)
All single-family residences must have windows and doors in good working condition and free of boards, broken or missing glass, windows or jalousies.
(9)
Garbage and solid waste containers shall be kept in a nuisance and order [odor] free condition.
(10)
No litter or untended vegetation shall be permitted which could be a danger to the public health, safety and welfare by creating a fire hazard or by providing a nesting ground for rodents, snakes, or other species of pests.
(11)
No condition shall exist which would adversely affect the aesthetic appearance and beauty of the Village or which could negatively affect values of other properties in the Village.
(12)
Any property owner submitting an application for a building permit for new construction or remodeling or renovating an existing structure having a fair market value of twenty-five (25%) or more, shall file a landscape plan with the application. The Village Council shall review the landscape plan for purposes of insuring that the character and nature of the plant species depicted on the plan are harmonious with the character and aesthetics standards of the Village and in compliance with the code of ordinances for the Village.
(13)
Insects, disease, etc.: Landscaping shall be kept free of visible signs of insects and disease and appropriately irrigated and fertilized to enable landscaping to be in a healthy condition.
(Ord. No. 2009-03, § 2, 6-22-09; Ord. No. 2014-02, § 2, 2-25-14; Ord. No. 2016-01, § 2, 5-18-16; Ord. No. 2023-03, § 5, 6-14-23)
- DEVELOPMENT DESIGN AND IMPROVEMENT STANDARDS
The purpose of this Article is to provide development design and improvements standards applicable to all development activity within the Village.
All improvements required by this Article shall be designed, installed, and paid for by the Developer.
The provisions of this Article are intended to ensure functional and attractive development. Development design shall first take into account the protection of natural resources as prescribed in Article IV of this Code. All development shall be designed to avoid unnecessary impervious surface cover; to provide adequate access to lots and sites; and to avoid adverse effects of shadow, glare, noise, odor, traffic, drainage, and utilities on surrounding properties. To the maximum extent feasible, land uses shall be compatible with adjacent uses, and buffer areas may be necessary to minimize impacts.
In addition, during land disturbance activity, construction sites shall be required to reduce soil erosion by [the] best management practices feasible, including use of hay bales, mulching and grassing.
A.
Requirements for All Developments. All developments shall have a total land area sufficient to meet all development design standards in this Code including, but not limited to, land required to provide setbacks from abutting rights-of-way, buffers, stormwater management, off-street parking and circulation, protection of environmentally sensitive lands, and any other provisions which may require land area to be set aside.
B.
Specific Requirements for Residential Development.
(1)
No Building shall be allowed on any lot except one detached single dwelling house for the use of one family only, and no lot shall be used except for residential purposes exclusively for one family. No accessory building shall be allowed, built or used. No temporary residence shall be permitted on any lot. No business of any kind shall be conducted from a residential use.
(Restrictive Covenants, § 1; Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.1)
(2)
Building Site Area. The minimum building site area shall be 1 lot as shown on the Plat. The ground floor area of the main structure on any lot (exclusive of 1 story open porches and garages) shall not be less than 1200 square feet in the case of a 1 story structure, nor less than 1000 square feet in the case of a structure having more than 1 story. A residential site may consist of 1 or more lots, all of 1 lot and part of another or of contiguous parts on more than 1 lot or any other combination of contiguous parts of lots which will form an integral unit of land suitable for use as a site for a residence and extending from the street serving the same to the rear or waterfront boundary. No resubdivision as aforesaid or otherwise shall be permitted unless the total area shall be at least equal to each lot within five hundred (500) feet of the lot being subdivided, subject to any Village Council imposed conditions.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.11; Ord. No. 2024-03, § 2, 12-12-24)
(3)
Building Height. The height of any building shall be no more than 35 feet above grade measured to the highest structural component of the structure such as roof ridge, parapet wall, spire, or screen.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.12; Ord. No. 2021-02, § 3, 9-22-21)
(4)
Pervious Area. A lot shall consist of a minimum of thirty percent (30%) of pervious area. The area between the front lot line and the main structure and the area between the rear lot line and the main structure must include a portion of this pervious area in sod. The area between the side lot lines and the main structure shall include a minimum three-foot wide buffer area consisting of landscaping and may include any fences or walls. This buffer area shall be inclusive of the thirty percent (30%) pervious area requirement.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.13; Ord. No. 2021-02, § 3, 9-22-21; Ord. No. 2023-02, § 4, 5-17-23)
The portion of pervious area adjacent to streets must be sodded to the paved area of the street. No paved or pebbled parking strips shall be permitted on any lot adjacent [to] or abutting any street.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.6; Ord. No. 2023-02, § 4, 5-17-23
(5)
Driveways. Driveways must allow for drainage on swale at street and they must be level with and form a perfect joint with said street.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.15)
(6)
Garage doors. Garage doors shall not open directly to a street. Each residence constructed in the Residential District shall have a garage with a minimum area of 450 square feet. A garage shall be used exclusively for the shelter of motor vehicles and may not be converted to another use, except that if a garage is converted to another use, then another garage must be built for the shelter of motor vehicles.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.10)
(7)
Filling in. No lot or parcel shall be increased in size by filling in the waters on which it abuts.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.4)
C.
Specific Requirement for Commercial Development.
(1)
Building height. In general, buildings shall not exceed one and two stores [stories]; provided, however, that the total square footage area of the second story of the two-story buildings shall not exceed 35% of the total square footage area of the first floor of all buildings erected in the planned business center. It shall be further provided that a relatively small mezzanine may be included in a one-story supermarket and which mezzanine area shall neither be included in the area of the one story buildings nor be included in the second floor area of the two story buildings in determining the limitations hereunder.
(2)
Area. The building or buildings erected on the designated plot shall not cover more than 35% of the land area.
(3)
Buffer area. A landscaped area shall be established between the Planned Business Center and the residential area or district, said landscaped area to consist of not less than three (3) feet of land around the north and west perimeter of the designated plot, which shall be so landscaped with high massive plantings as to substantially isolate the Planned Business Center from the residential district. Said buffer area shall also be subject to the provisions of paragraph 5 of this section.
(4)
Roof cornices. Roof cornices constructed of fire resistant material ten (10) feet or more above the sidewalk, may project over an installed sidewalk area. The construction and anchorage of such projection shall be subject to approval of the Village Building Inspector and may be erect [erected] only upon proper permit issued by the Village Building Inspector who shall have the right, when the public welfare so requires, to curtail and restrain permissive cornice construction otherwise allowable hereunder.
(5)
Design. All business buildings and landscaping constructed and/or installed in this use category shall be of approved construction and shall be designed with every practical consideration for esthetics and appearance, fire protection, health, light, [and] air; and all plans and specifications of said buildings shall be approved in advance by the zoning board (reviewable by the Village Council) before the Village Building Inspector is permitted to issue a building permit thereof.
(6)
Subdivision. Any subdividing of the present acreage located in the commercial category shall be subject to prior approval by the Village Council.
(7)
Sanitary service. It shall be the responsibility of the owners of business property within this use category to provide at their own expense all facilities and other needful devices including pipes, conduit and connections for sanitary service to the commercial properties developed hereunder. The installation, operation and maintenance of such sanitary service facilities shall be subject to and accomplished in accordance with all pertinent rules and regulations imposed in regard thereto by complete authority.
(8)
Parking area lighting. It shall be the duty of the owners of the business property designated hereunder to provide proper lighting, including private parking area lighting on the private property involved. Such lighting shall be approved by the Village Building Inspector with the view of reducing to a practical minimum any objectionable effect on the surrounding residential area. Such lighting services shall not be the fiscal responsibility of the Village.
(9)
Refuse, garbage, and trash. For so long as the method of taxation provided for under Article 9, Section 1, of the Village Charter shall continue to be in force and effect and remains substantially unchanged, the Village shall not be responsible, fiscally or otherwise, for the collection of refuse, garbage and trash from the commercial properties designated hereunder. The needful services required to accomplish the same far exceed the maximum tax imposable, and would work an arbitrary and unjust burden upon the Village for one large parcel of land which, pursuant to the Charter provision stated, is taxed the same as a single lot. After the ten (10) year period providing for such method of taxation in said Charter provision expires, this provision shall be reviewable.
(10)
Electrical wiring. All primary and/or secondary outdoor electrical wiring shall be underground and/or concealed in the building and/or affixed in [a] conduit or raceway to the buildings. No overhead exposed outdoor wiring will be permitted.
(11)
Roof air conditioners. All air conditioners (cooling and/or heating) which are located on the roof of any building shall not extend more than three (3) feet in height above the roof level and said air conditioners (cooling and/or heating) shall be ornamentally screened on the west and north sides.
(12)
Commercial deliveries. Commercial deliveries to the premises shall be permitted only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. No commercial deliveries shall be allowed on Sundays or legal holidays of the State of Florida. Commercial deliveries during hours or on days other than as permitted by the two (2) foregoing provisions may be permitted upon application made and approval granted in each and every instance by competent Village authority, including the police officer on duty at the time of the request.
(13)
Licenses. All occupancy and use by a business entity whatsoever occupying or using the premises in the Commercial area shall be subject to all of the usual obtaining of permits, license fees and other rules and regulations promulgated by the Village of Sea Ranch Lakes by Ordinance, Resolution or administrative action, as same presently exist or as same may be subsequently adopted.
(14)
Special dissipator and arrestor for smoke and fumes. No restaurant or other place of business emitting smoke or fumes shall be operated in this Commercial area unless and until there shall first have been installed a smoke and fumes arrestor or dissipator of an efficient washed air design; said device to be installed in the stack or other opening where the smoke or fumes are ejected, all to the end that the air in the nearby residential area shall not be polluted. All such devices shall be subject to the approval of the Village Building Inspector.
(15)
Site development plan. No building or structure shall be erected or altered, or any land used, or any change of use consummated, nor shall any building permit be issued therefor, unless and until a site development plan for such building, structure and/or use shall have been checked by the enforcing official for conformity with this Code. Such site development plan shall include in proper form, detail, dimension and scale the following:
(a)
The location, character, size and height of all buildings, structures and uses on the plot, including walls, fences and landscaping.
(b)
The location, character and enclosure of all outside facilities for waste storage and disposal.
(c)
All curb cuts, driveways, parking areas and loading areas.
(d)
All pedestrian walkways, yards, landscaping and landscape watering facilities.
(e)
Locations, size, character, height and orientation of all signs.
The site development plan shall conform to all applicable provisions of the Code and shall, in addition thereto, provide such a design and arrangement of pertinent features and elements of the development and use of the plot so as to:
(1)
Protect and minimize any undesirable effects upon contiguous and nearby residential property.
(2)
Provide sufficient off-street parking and loading facilities on private property.
(3)
Provide sufficient walls, fences, enclosures and/or hedges to prevent or minimize effects of noise, glare, smoke, soot, etc., upon nearby residential property.
(4)
Submit a landscape plan certified by a Florida certified architect, surveyor, engineer or landscape architect identifying the location and species of all plants and trees located on the property prior to construction and specifically identifying all plants and trees which are to be removed, destroyed or replaced during the construction process.
(16)
Maintenance. All setback areas, yards, walkways, and parking areas, shall be maintained in a neat and clean condition, free of refuse and debris. All landscaped areas and plantings shall be maintained in a live, healthy and growing condition, properly watered, mowed and trimmed. Any plantings of grass, shrubs or trees which become dead, diseased or badly damaged shall be replaced with sound, healthy plant materials.
(17)
[Traffic and Security Considerations.] In addition to the purposes stated as the preamble to this Section, it is hereby declared to be within the purpose and intent of this section and the Commercial area Planned Business Center that in approving or rejecting additional uses permitted or prohibited within said district, there may be considered additional traffic burdens imposed upon the business center district as well as additional security requirements imposed upon the police department of the Village of Sea Ranch Lakes, Florida, together with other permissible considerations.
(Ord. No. 83-1, § 4, 6-14-83; Ord. No. 94-2, § 2, 4-12-94)
A.
Residential District. On all lots, other than those fronting upon the Waterfront boundary, no structure or any part thereof, including garages, porches and carports shall be erected any closer to the front property line than twenty-five feet (25') or a distance which is twenty percent (20%) of the dimension of the lot from the front property line to the rear property line, whichever is the lesser. All lots fronting upon the Waterfront boundary, no structure or any part thereof, including garages, porches and carports, shall be erected any closer than twenty-five (25) feet to the street line. On all lots no structure or any part thereof, shall be erected any closer than twelve feet (12') to either side property line except in the case of corner lots in which event the setback line on that side facing the street shall be fifteen feet (15') from said street line. Notwithstanding the foregoing, where a structure exceeds twenty-two feet (22') in height that portion of the structure above twenty-two feet (22') in height shall be set back an additional one foot (1') per foot of additional height. On all lots except those lots fronting upon the Waterfront boundary, no structure or part thereof, shall be erected any closer than fifteen feet (15') to the rear property line. On all lots fronting upon the Intracoastal Waterway, no structure or any part thereof, shall be erected any closer than fifteen feet (15') from the rear property line and on all lots fronting upon the interior lakes, no structure or any part thereof, shall be erected any closer than twenty-five feet (25') from the rear property line.
In addition to the foregoing setback requirements, roof over-hangs shall not extend more than twenty-four inches (24") beyond any wall into a side yard setback.
(Restrictive Covenants, § 4; Ord. No. 88-1, § 3; Ord. No. 89-5, § 3.2; Ord. No. 91-2, § 2, 6-11-91; Ord. No. 97-1, § 2, 5-13-97; Ord. No. 2021-02, § 3, 9-22-21; Ord. No. 2023-02, § 4, 5-17-23)
B.
Commercial District. Setbacks of all commercial buildings constructed shall be not less than twenty-five (25) feet from any property line containing the business area.
(Ord. No. 83-1, § 4(f), 6-14-83)
A.
If all or any existing structures on a lot are being, or have been, totally demolished drought-resistant sod or drought-resistant ground cover shall be installed on the entire demolition and/or disturbed areas before close-out of the demolition building permit and thereafter maintained.
B.
If any or all existing structures on a lot are being, or have been, demolished in preparation for new development in accordance with a valid development order and/or building permit, and the construction of a principal structure has not commenced within 30 days after the demolition has been completed, the owner of the lot shall install drought-resistant sod or drought-resistant ground cover and shall restore the lot to its pre-demolition elevation, brush-cut the lot, and keep the lot free of debris, trash, and invasive plant materials until start of the permitted construction.
(Ord. No. 2021-02, § 3, 9-22-21)
Off-street parking facilities shall be provided for all development within the Village pursuant to the requirements of this Code. The facilities shall be maintained as long as the use exists that the facilities were designed to serve.
Parking spaces for not less than three hundred fifty (350) cars shall be provided on private property.
(Ord. No. 83-1, § 4(h), 6-14-83)
All lawns adjacent to streets must be sodded to the paved area of the street. No paved or pebbled parking strips shall be permitted on any lot adjacent or abutting any street. No trees shall be planted on any swale.
(Ord. No. 88-1, § 3.6; Ord. No. 92-3, § 2, 4-14-92)
It shall be unlawful for any person to park or store, or for any person to permit on property owned by him or under his control, the parking or storage of any truck, trailer, boat trailer, bus, camper or camper-bus, except for such vehicles as may be actually used by pickup or delivery service personnel, or service maintenance or construction personnel, and except further that any of such vehicles may be parked or stored inside lawful buildings or garages.
(Ord. No. 69-4, § 3, 12-23-69)
In addition to meeting the requirements of this Code, the design and performance of all stormwater management systems shall comply with applicable state regulations (Chapter 17-25, Florida Administrative Code) or rules of the South Florida Water Management District. In all cases the strictest of the applicable standards shall apply.
In addition, since the stormwater management Level of Service (LOS) standards adopted in the Village Comprehensive Plan are met by the permitting requirements already established by the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation (DER) and the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), it is therefore required that all nonexempt development receive appropriate permits from the DER and SFWMD before a permit is issued by the Village.
Where feasible, stormwater should be directed into grassy swales for pretreatment prior to discharge into the Lakes.
The grading of all properties shall be designed so that the average grade elevation of the lot, other than the building's footprint, shall not exceed the average elevation along the center line of the street pavement on which it fronts, unless the base floor elevation established by FEMA is higher than the centerline of the street. Proposed elevations along property boundaries on any site plan shall match the adjacent lands, or shall include features that cause no storm runoff to flow across any of the property's boundaries.
(Ord. No. 2023-02, § 4, 5-17-23)
A.
Design Principles. All landscaped areas should conform to the following general design principles:
1.
Landscaping should integrate the proposed development into existing site features through consideration of existing topography, hydrology, soils and vegetation.
2.
The functional elements of the development plan, particularly the drainage systems and internal circulation systems for vehicles and pedestrians, should be integrated into the landscaping plan.
3.
Landscaping should be used to minimize potential erosion through the use of ground covers or any other type of landscape material that aids in soil stabilization.
4.
Existing native vegetation should be preserved and used to meet landscaping requirements.
5.
Landscaping should enhance the visual environment through the use of materials that achieve variety with respect to seasonal changes, species of living material selected, textures, colors and size at maturity.
6.
Landscaping design should consider the aesthetic and functional aspects of vegetation, both when initially installed and when the vegetation has reached maturity. Newly installed plants should be placed at intervals appropriate to the size of the plant at maturity, and the design should use short- and long-term elements to satisfy the general design principles of this section over time.
7.
Landscaping should enhance public safety and minimize nuisances.
8.
Landscaping should be used to provide windbreaks, channel wind and increase ventilation.
9.
Landscaping should maximize the shading of streets and vehicle use areas.
10.
The selection and placement of landscaping materials should consider the effect on existing or future solar access, of enhancing the use of solar radiation, and of conserving the maximum amount of energy. No development plan shall be denied solely on the basis of the design principles in this section.
B.
Xeriscape. All new development and redevelopment shall, to the maximum extent feasible incorporate xeriscape into all landscaping.
A.
Existence of Weeds, Trash, and Vegetation Upon Lands Prohibited.
1.
The existence of weeds, dead or living plant life, undergrowth, brush, trash, filth, garbage or other refuse on any lot, tract or parcel of land in the Village, whether improved or unimproved, which has caused the property to become, or which may reasonably cause the property to become infested or inhabited by rodents, snakes, vermin or wild animals, or may furnish a breeding place for mosquitoes or threatens the public health, safety or welfare, or may reasonably cause disease, or adversely affects and impairs the economic welfare of other property, is declared to constitute a public nuisance and is prohibited. Every owner of real property in the Village has a duty to keep his/her property free of any nuisance at his expense.
2.
The existence of weeds or other dead or living plant life or vegetation which has attained a height of four (4) inches or more, on any lot, tract or parcel of land in the Village, whether improved or unimproved, shall be presumed to be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare, and thus shall be presumed to constitute a public nuisance under the terms and conditions of this subchapter.
3.
The existence of accumulations of vegetative (i.e. yard and garden) trash mixed with other types of refuse is deemed to be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare and thus deemed to be a public nuisance and prohibited. Such mixed accumulations shall not be picked up by the Village's sanitation franchisee during regular collection routes but shall be subject code enforcement action or other enforcement as are other nuisances in any manner set forth in this Chapter.
4.
The existence of accumulations of loose, uncontainerized, or unbundled refuse; other than heavy, bulky items; is deemed to be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare and thus shall be deemed a public nuisance and is prohibited. Such accumulations shall not be picked up by the Village's sanitation franchisee during regular collection routes but shall be subject to abatement by citation, or code enforcement action or other enforcement as are other nuisances in any manner set forth in this Chapter.
B.
Hurricanes; Lands to be Kept Free of Debris, Vegetation, and the Like.
1.
Each year, prior to hurricane season, property owners shall inspect their properties and address and correct situations and conditions which may be a hazard to life, property, or utilities in the time of hurricane winds prevalent to this area.
2.
All property in the Village shall be kept free from debris, vegetation (including trees), or any other matter which, by reason of height, proximity to neighboring structures, or physical condition or other peculiar characteristic, might, in time of hurricane winds prevalent in this region, cause damage to life, property or utilities within the immediate area surrounding the same. The existence of any debris, vegetation, tree, or other matter which shall create a hazard is declared to be a nuisance.
C.
Accumulation of Sand, Rocks, Debris, or Spoil.
1.
It shall be unlawful and constitute a nuisance to allow or maintain on any lot located in within the corporate limits of this Village any accumulation of sand, rocks, debris or spoil at a height of over three (3) feet measured from the crown of either the front or side street or road on which it is located, whichever is lower.
2.
However, this height limitation shall not be applicable to those lots fully enclosed by a reinforced concrete retaining wall constructed to a height equal to or in excess of the accumulation of the sand, rocks, debris or spoil maintained or located on that property.
D.
Yards and Landscape Areas.
1.
Any portion of a lot not covered by a residence, building or structure or otherwise devoted to parking, service drive or walkway shall be sodded with a healthy grass or other appropriate ground cover and shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner.
2.
All landscape materials, whether required or optional, shall be maintained in a healthy live condition so as to present a neat and attractive appearance and so as to discourage the collection of trash or debris or infestation by pests. Trees, shrubs, ground cover and grasses shall be trimmed in a manner consistent with good landscaping practices and otherwise required by this Code.
[E]
Notice of Violation Required; Abatement and Alternative Enforcement.
1.
If the Mayor or his/her designated representative determines that a violation of the code exists in accordance with the standards set forth in this Chapter on any lot, tract, parcel or other real property within the Village, whether improved or unimproved, he/she shall notify the owner of the property as stated upon the last complete records of the County Property Appraiser. The notice shall be given in writing by certified mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, or by hand delivery which shall be effective and complete when delivered and shall be considered sufficient notice. In case of multiple or joint ownership, service as herein provided on any one owner shall be sufficient. The personal delivery by the Mayor or his/her designated representative in lieu of mailing shall be equivalent to mailing. In the event that the mailed notice is returned by the postal authorities or the return receipt is not received by the Village within fifteen (15) days after mailing, and the notice cannot be reasonably hand delivered to the owner of the property or his agent, the notice shall be given by a physical posting of the notice on the subject property pursuant to Chapter 162 Florida Statutes. "Reasonably hand delivered" shall mean one attempt to hand deliver, if the owner or his agent resides within the Village limits, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on any weekday, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
2.
Alternatively, a Village Police officer may issue a written warning notice in person or by certified mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, to the person who committed the violation. Said notice shall specify the Section of the Code of Ordinances that is being violated and the required correction date. The Village may also seek any and all other relief allowed pursuant to law including but not limited to injunctive relief and damages as permitted by law.
F.
Property Maintenance—Single-family residential. The owner and/or operator of any single-family residential property within the corporate limits of the Village of Sea Ranch Lakes shall comply with the following minimum property maintenance standards:
(1)
The exterior of all fences, garden walls, and similar enclosures, where exposed to the public view, shall be maintained in good condition and shall not show evidence of deterioration, ripping, tearing, or other holes or breaks. Painted or stained surfaces shall be free of peeling paint mold or mildew, void of any evidence of deterioration.
(2)
All surfaces, including roofs, requiring painting or which are otherwise protected from the elements shall be kept painted or protected. All surfaces including roofs, shall be maintained free of mold, mildew, rust stains, loose tiles or other surfacing material, crumbling stone, brick or stucco, or other conditions reflective of deterioration or inadequate maintenance.
(3)
No structure of a temporary character, trailer, tent, shack, garage, or other outbuilding shall be permitted on any property or used on any property at any time as a residence, either temporary or permanently.
(4)
No obstruction to visibility to streets, street intersections or access easement intersections, or obstruction to traffic control devices, either in the form of landscaping or shrubbery or fence or other structure, shall be permitted at any time.
(5)
All landscaping, including without limitation, trees, shrubs, lawns, flower beds, walkways and ground elevations shall be maintained in a neat, orderly and attractive manner, including necessary irrigation, consistent with the general appearance of developed portions of the village. Trees and shrubs shall be regularly pruned and not to be allowed to become overgrown. Lawns shall be mowed on a regular basis as necessary by the conditions. Grass shall not be permitted to grow to a height exceeding six inches from the ground. No weeds, underbrush or other unsightly growths shall be permitted to grow or remain upon any part of the property and no refuse pile or unsightly objects shall be allowed to be placed or allowed to remain on any property. Dead and/or diseased plant material shall be removed and replaced with a suitable planting in a prompt manner. No vegetation shall be permitted to extend into roads located in the Village, except for tree canopies, which canopies must maintain height clearance for vehicular, pedestrian and bicycle traffic.
(6)
No stagnant water shall be permitted to accumulate which would provide a nesting, breeding or feeding area for sand flies, mosquitoes or other insects.
(7)
The exterior of all premises and every structure thereon, including all parts of the structure and appurtenance where exposed to public view, shall be maintained in good condition and shall not show evidence of deterioration, weathering, discoloration, rust, ripping, tearing or other holes or breaks. All screened enclosures shall contain screens, which are properly fitted and maintained. All other surfaces shall be maintained free of broken glass, crumbling stone, brick or stucco or other conditions reflective of deterioration of inadequate maintenance.
(8)
All single-family residences must have windows and doors in good working condition and free of boards, broken or missing glass, windows or jalousies.
(9)
Garbage and solid waste containers shall be kept in a nuisance and order [odor] free condition.
(10)
No litter or untended vegetation shall be permitted which could be a danger to the public health, safety and welfare by creating a fire hazard or by providing a nesting ground for rodents, snakes, or other species of pests.
(11)
No condition shall exist which would adversely affect the aesthetic appearance and beauty of the Village or which could negatively affect values of other properties in the Village.
(12)
Any property owner submitting an application for a building permit for new construction or remodeling or renovating an existing structure having a fair market value of twenty-five (25%) or more, shall file a landscape plan with the application. The Village Council shall review the landscape plan for purposes of insuring that the character and nature of the plant species depicted on the plan are harmonious with the character and aesthetics standards of the Village and in compliance with the code of ordinances for the Village.
(13)
Insects, disease, etc.: Landscaping shall be kept free of visible signs of insects and disease and appropriately irrigated and fertilized to enable landscaping to be in a healthy condition.
(Ord. No. 2009-03, § 2, 6-22-09; Ord. No. 2014-02, § 2, 2-25-14; Ord. No. 2016-01, § 2, 5-18-16; Ord. No. 2023-03, § 5, 6-14-23)