(A)   The town is hereby divided into the following general use districts:

 

 

      (1)   It is noted that a conditional district (bearing the designation CD) corresponds to each of the other districts authorized in this chapter. It is recognized by the Town of Stoneville that certain types of zoning districts would be inappropriate at particular locations in the absence of clearly defined conditions. Such districts may include, general use districts and conditional zoning districts, in which site plans and individualized development conditions are imposed.

      (2)   Property may be placed in a conditional district only in response to a petition by the owners of all the property to be included. Specific conditions applicable to these districts may be proposed by the petitioner or the town or its agencies, but only those conditions mutually approved by the town and the petitioner may be incorporated into the zoning regulations or permit requirements. Conditions and site-specific standards imposed in a conditional district shall be limited to those that address the conformance of the development and use of the site to town ordinances and an officially adopted Comprehensive Plan and those that address the impacts reasonably expected to be generated by the development or use of the site.

      (3)   The procedure for granting conditional zoning districts shall be the same legislative process required of the Town Council as authorized by G.S. Ch. 160D, Art. 18.

(Ord. passed 7-1-1980; Res. R-2021-03, passed 6-24-2021)

    The purpose of this district is to provide a place for agriculture and very low-density residential uses where public water and sewer service is not available.

      (1)   Residential uses, town limits: single-family residences within the town limits. From and after the effective date of certain amendments to § 151.136, individual mobile homes on individual lots are not permitted in any of the zoning districts within the corporate limits of the town;

      (2)   Residential uses, extraterritorial limits of the town:

         (a)   Single-family residences, two-family residences, and mobile homes on individual lots. Mobile homes shall be subject to the same setback and yard requirements as single-family residences. Mobile homes shall also be firmly anchored to the ground in an approved manner and shall be skirted or equipped with a continuous closed foundation;

         (b)   Manufactured homes shall meet Class AA or Class A standards, effective May 1, 1999. Class B manufactured homes are permitted in manufactured home parks and not on single-family residential lots, except that any Class B home located and properly permitted (zoning and building) in the town's zoning jurisdiction before the effective date of this division may be moved to an individual lot in the RA zoning districts in the ETJ, provided the towing apparatus is removed and has either:

            1.   A continuous, permanent masonry foundation or masonry curtain wall constructed in accordance with the standards of the N.C. Uniform Residential Building Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, unpierced except for required ventilation with access installed under the perimeter, and no visible exposed concrete block; or

            2.   A replica hand-laid brick or hand-cut stone that provides the authenticity of real brick or stone, with panels made from an injection molded thermoplastic resin formulated with special additives to enhance long-term performance; a weight of approximately four and one-half pounds each for brick or stone panels and 20 pounds per square; panels contain UV inhibitors to protect against damaging sun effects and are highly resistant to harsh weather conditions; the thickness of panels is approximately one-quarter inch in brick area to one-eighth inch in mortar area; and will not support combustion.

      (3)   Customary home occupations;

      (4)   Community uses: churches and affiliated use (i.e., religious education centers); and

      (5)   Farm uses: bona fide farms and their customary appurtenances, including female chickens in accordance with § 93.06.

      (1)   Accessory buildings: accessory buildings shall not be used for residential purposes, and such buildings shall be permitted only in a rear yard not less than ten feet from any property line; except that, in the case of corner lots, such buildings shall be set back at least 18 feet from any side street right-of-way line;

      (2)   Unenclosed porches and carports: unenclosed porches and carports one story in height may project not more than ten feet into the front yard, nor more than six feet into a required rear yard; and

      (3)   Fences: fences in excess of eight feet shall not be erected on or around any property within this residential zone, except in the front yard where no fence shall exceed four feet.

      (1)   A special use permit may be issued by the Zoning Administrator after authorization by the Board of Adjustment. Such permit shall be issued only after due notice and hearing; and provided that the Board determines (see § 151.070):

         (a)   It is necessary for the public health or general interest and welfare;

         (b)   It is appropriately located with respect to transportation facilities, water supply, fire and police protection, waste disposal and similar facilities;

         (c)   Neighborhood character and surrounding property values are reasonably safeguarded; and

         (d)   Use therefore will not cause undue traffic congestion or create a traffic hazard.

      (2)   Special uses include mobile home parks, rest homes, temporary saw mills, travel trailer parks, hospitals, schools, public utilities, railroads, utility substations, pumping stations, fire stations, police stations, cemeteries, libraries, grounds and facilities for recreational purposes, community center buildings, country clubs, lakes, parks, playgrounds, golf courses (except miniature courses and driving ranges operated for commercial purposes), circuses, carnivals and fairs.

      (1)   The following requirements are in references to watershed regulations:

 

 

      (2)   The following requirements apply to this chapter:

 

 

(Ord. passed 7-1-1980; Ord. passed 9-7-1993; Ord. passed 4-6-1999; Ord. O-2020-01, passed 5-5-2020; Res. R-2021-03, passed 6-24-2021)

    The purpose of this district is to provide a place for low density residential uses where public water and sewer service may be available.

      (1)   Any use permitted in the RA District;

      (2)   Rooming houses; and

      (3)   Multi-family dwellings of four units or less.

      (1)   Any special use permitted in the RA District; and

      (2)   Multi-family dwellings of over four units. A plan of any proposed multi-family development of over four units in the principal structure, shall be submitted to the Planning Board for review and approval. The plan shall show all curb cuts, driveways, off-street parking areas, walkways, and open areas to be set aside for special uses; the location, height and materials for any proposed wall, fences and screen planting, the types of paving or other surfacing to be used in the various areas; and such other site information as may be necessary to describe completely the proposed development.

 

(Ord. passed 7-1-1980; Res. R-2021-03, passed 6-24-2021)

    The regulations for this district are designed to promote high-quality business and office use in downtown Stoneville. However, the storage of toxic and hazardous materials is prohibited unless a spill containment plan is implemented.

      (1)   Retail trade: all types of small retail establishments whose operations are conducted indoors, such as clothing, jewelry, music, sporting goods, groceries and drugs;

      (2)   Finance: all types of finance, insurance and real estate offices;

      (3)   Services: all types of small service establishments whose operations are conducted indoors, such as barber and beauty care, restaurants and bars, shoe repair, laundry and dry cleaning, and medical and dental offices; and

      (4)   Institutions: all types of institutions such as churches and non-profit social clubs.

      (1)   No building shall be less than five feet from the right-of-way line of the street. No other yards are required; except that, where the rear of a lot abuts a residential district, there shall be a 15-foot rear yard and where a lot abuts the side of a lot zoned residential there shall be a side yard not less than ten feet in width. In all other cases where a side yard, not required, is provided it shall be at least eight feet in width.

      (2)   However, when an erosion and sedimentation control plan is required, all development shall not exceed 24% built-upon area on a project-by-project basis. For projects without a curb and gutter street system, development shall not exceed 36% built-upon area on a project-by-project basis. For the purpose of calculating built-upon area, total project area shall include acreage in the tract on which the project is to be developed.

(Ord. passed 7-1-1980; Ord. passed 9-7-1993; Ord. ZT-2018-03, passed 12-4-2018; Res. R-2021-03, passed 6-24-2021)

    The purpose of this district is to provide a place in which the principal use of land is for the retailing of durable goods, the provision of commercial services to industrial areas and the provision of services to travelers. However, the storage of toxic and hazardous materials is prohibited unless a spill containment plan is implemented.

      (1)   All uses permitted in the B-l District; and

      (2)   Larger retail and service uses in which some activities are conducted outdoors, including auto service stations, automobile, mobile home and boat sales and repair, motels, building materials sales and cabinet making, greenhouses and nurseries, warehouses, and rental storage.

      (1)   Unified business developments; and

      (2)   Outdoor storage yards.

      (1)   The minimum required front yard setback shall be 30 feet. The minimum side yard required shall be ten feet. The minimum rear yard required shall be 25 feet.

      (2)   However, when an erosion and sedimentation control plan is required, all development shall not exceed 24% built-upon area on a project-by-project basis. For projects without a curb and gutter street system, development shall not exceed 36% built-upon area on a project-by-project basis. For the purpose of calculating built-upon area, total project area shall include acreage in the tract on which the project is to be developed.

(Ord. passed 7-1-1980; Ord. passed 9-7-1993; Res. R-2021-03, passed 6-24-2021)

    The I-1 District is established as a place for manufacturing which will enhance the economic viability of the town while protecting the attractiveness of surrounding uses. However, the storage of toxic and hazardous materials is prohibited unless a spill containment plan is implemented.

      (1)   The following are dimensional requirements:

 

 

      (2)   However, when an erosion and sedimentation control plan is required, all development shall not exceed 24% built-upon area on a project-by-project basis. For projects without a curb and gutter street system, development shall not exceed 36% built-upon area on a project-by project-basis. For the purpose of calculating built-upon area, total project area shall include acreage in the tract on which the project is to be developed.

(Ord. passed 7-1-1980; Ord. passed 9-7-1993; Res. R-2021-03, passed 6-24-2021)

   (A)   For the purpose of this section, allocation of 10/70 impervious surface area shall mean that up to 10% of the acreage designated as protected watershed may be developed with up to 70% impervious surface (built upon area).

   (B)   Such allocation may be approved by the Town Council as a Special Intensity Allocation (SIA) of up to 70% of the built upon area of a project.

   (C)   Applications for SIA shall be submitted to the Zoning Administrator and shall include a site plan in conformance with the development requirements of this chapter. All applications and site plans must include the following information:

      (1)   Project timetable;

      (2)   Anticipated addition to the property tax base;

      (3)   Anticipated number of jobs to be created or retained; and

      (4)   Additional information as requested by the Zoning Administrator, Planning Board, and Town Council in order to determine if the application meets the criteria for approval.

   (D)   All sites shall be designed in accordance with the State of North Carolina Water Supply Protection Rules. All projects must to the maximum extent practicable minimize built-upon surface area, direct stormwater runoff away from surface waters, provide a minimum 100 feet vegetative buffer along all perennial waters and incorporate best management practices to minimize water quality impacts. For the purposes of calculating built-upon area, total project area shall include total acreage in the tract on which the project is to be developed. The town may impose site plan conditions in order to meet these requirements.

   (E)   The town's approval of a SIA shall be on a project-by-project basis and shall be based on the following specifications:

      (1)   Economic benefit to the community by creating and/retaining jobs;

      (2)   Increase in the property tax base;

      (3)   Compatibility with the town land use plan and character of the area and surrounding land uses;

      (4)   Project does not pose a threat to the environment, especially water quality and that appropriate measures will be taken to minimize any potential negative environmental impacts; and

      (5)   Any other factors the Town Council deem necessary in making a decision.

   (F)   The Planning Board of the town shall review all applications for SIA and shall submit a written recommendation to the Town Council before a final decision is rendered.

(Ord. ZT2018-01, passed 1-2-2018; Res. R-2021-03, passed 6-24-2021)