Town And Country City Zoning Code
ARTICLE XVIII
Park "P" District
Section 405.1100 Purpose.
[Ord. No. 2551 §2, 2-13-2001]
A.
The Park Zoning District is intended to preserve certain areas that have been judged viable for permanent preservation, while at the same time establishing other areas for recreational use. The City recognizes the very important role recreation and open space play in the provision of a healthy community and, to that end, the permitted and conditional uses provided in the park district are limited to those activities which support or are related to the preservation of open space and recreational lands. In order to preserve the character of our community these areas should be treated as finite, irreplaceable resources with both public and private value.
B.
The purpose of this district is to maintain and preserve those areas that are designated and developed for recreational purposes. Only a limited number of recreational uses are permitted as a matter of right, with all other proposed recreational uses and structures requiring approval through the permit process. Approval of any proposed recreational uses and structures is directly dependent upon their compatibility with the surrounding community.
C.
Nothing contained in this Article shall prohibit the City from entering into an agreement with an educational institution(s) for the joint use of any park facilities.
Section 405.1120 Permitted Uses.
[Ord. No. 2551 §2, 2-13-2001]
A.
The following are permitted uses in the Park Zoning District:
1.
Publicly owned parks, playfields and playgrounds.
2.
Other recreational uses which include, but are not limited to, recreational activities, picnicking, jogging, totlots and areas for bicycling, hiking, nature areas, tennis courts and wildlife sanctuaries.
3.
Historic sites and buildings.
4.
Natural or primitive areas.
5.
Public utility facilities.
6.
Accessory uses, buildings or activities incidental to listed uses.
7.
Public buildings or facilities which are owned or leased by the City.
8.
Residential use of any residence in existence at the time this zoning classification is imposed on any property.
9.
Residential use by any City personnel.
Section 405.1125 Conditional Uses.
[Ord. No. 2551 §2, 2-13-2001]
A.
The following may be permitted as conditional uses in the Park Zoning District, if approved pursuant to the regulations of this Chapter concerning conditional uses and in accordance with the standards and procedures of Sections 405.190 and 405.200.
1.
Outdoor and indoor swimming pools, indoor tennis courts, indoor and outdoor ice rinks, indoor and outdoor basketball or handball courts, indoor or outdoor baseball, football or soccer fields, and horse pasturing.
2.
Existing cemeteries.
3.
Recreational and sports activities sponsored or conducted by a not-for-profit or educational institution.
5.
Ground-mounted solar energy systems and roof-mounted solar energy systems that are mounted either on the front of the roof or on the side of the roof facing a street.
[Ord. No. 3759 §4, 8-26-2013]
Section 405.1130 Temporary Uses.
[Ord. No. 2551 §2, 2-13-2001]
A.
Authorization. Temporary uses are permitted only as expressly provided in this Section and shall comply with all existing requirements.
B.
Permit Required. No temporary use shall be established unless an occupancy permit evidencing the compliance of such use with the applicable provisions of this Chapter shall have first been issued as provided in Section 405.240. Permits for temporary uses listed shall be issued only after taking into consideration compatibility and impact on the surrounding areas.
C.
Use Limitations. No signs in connection with a temporary use shall be permitted except in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 420 of this Title.
D.
Particular Temporary Uses Permitted. The following temporary uses are permitted subject to the regulations and standards set forth below and further subject to the requirements specified in this Chapter.
Section 405.1135 Specific Prohibitions.
[Ord. No. 2551 §2, 2-13-2001]
A.
The following uses shall not be permitted in the Park Zoning District: