- SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS
It is the intent of this Article to provide supplemental regulations for uses allowed elsewhere in this Chapter. The regulations specified herein shall be construed as additional requirements to the district regulations for specific uses specified in other Articles of this Chapter.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-1)
Where sanitary landfills or public utility facilities are allowed as special uses, these items shall be subject to the following additional requirements prior to approval:
(1)
A site plan, elevation, perspective and general written description of the proposed use shall be presented.
(2)
An explanation shall be made in writing of methods to be used to minimize smoke, odors, noise, dust and similar environmental problems which might result from the operation of the proposed use, and in accordance with requirements of Article 8 of this Chapter.
(3)
Evidence that such use shall serve an obvious public need.
(4)
Evidence that such use shall be separated from abutting properties by sufficient distance to prevent damage due to operation of the proposed use.
(5)
Evidence that sanitary landfills shall conform to Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment standards.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-3)
Where airports are allowed as a special use, they shall be subject to the following additional requirements prior to approval of such use:
(1)
Evidence that the airport will serve an obvious public need.
(2)
Airports with runways of more than 5,000 feet and all adjacent land shall be subject to all airport height regulations or other regulations as may be imposed by the Federal Aviation Administration.
(3)
Sufficient distance shall separate such use from abutting properties which might otherwise be damaged due to operation of the proposed use.
(4)
Satisfactory proof shall be given that such area will be properly maintained.
(5)
Evidence that sufficient off-street parking will be provided to accommodate the expected volume of traffic using such facilities.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-4)
The purpose of special use permits for the exploitation of natural resources is to allow for the removal for sale, processing or use of timber, native vegetation, peat, muck, topsoil, fill, sand, gravel, rock, petroleum products or any other mineral within the City in a manner compatible with existing and possible future land uses. This regulation is needed to ensure that land is not left in such condition that reuse will be difficult and/or impossible and to protect other land uses from such adverse influences as excessive dust, noise, fumes, floodwaters, erosion or sedimentation.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
Where oil drilling, mineral extraction and excavation activities are being considered as a special use, the additional information set forth in Section 16-10-130 below will be required during the regular evaluation for approval as a special use.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
In addition to such other studies, surveys and reports required for applications for special use permits, applicants for special use permits for the exploitation of natural resources shall prepare and submit a plan for development and exploitation phase, which shall:
(1)
Show the proposed use as planned and staged in relation to surrounding property within 300 feet, or such greater distances as may be required in the circumstances of the particular case; including topographic surveys indicating present conditions including drainage and the conditions (topographic, drainage and soils) to be on the site at the end of the exploitation phase or end of operations. Contour intervals for topography shall not be more than two feet, and one-foot contour intervals may be required in relatively flat areas.
(2)
Demonstrate that the proposed use is feasible without hazards or damage to other properties by reason of increased flood hazard or rise in groundwater levels, erosion caused by increased rate of flow or redirection of flow in flood channels, deposition of debris from flood or erosion, excessive or unstable slopes remaining at cuts or fills or for other reasons.
(3)
Show important locational and other aspects of the stages of exploitation, such as where and how traffic on and from the use is to be handled, where equipment will be operating, the location and dimension of structures, dust-inhibiting measures and the like.
(4)
The final stage shall indicate how the area is to be finished in accordance with the plan for reuse in Section 16-10-140 below.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
The applicant shall prepare a plan for reuse describing how it is intended that the property in its entirety should be left in a form suitable for reuse for permitted or permissible uses within the zoning district, relating such reuse to uses existing or probable on surrounding properties. Among items to be included in such plan are:
(1)
Possible land uses.
(2)
Feasible circulation patterns in and around the site.
(3)
Treatment of the exposed soil or subsoil (including measures to be taken to replace topsoil in excavated areas) in order to make the area suitable for reuse.
(4)
Treatment of slopes to prevent erosion.
(5)
Delineation of drainage ways and floodplains to be maintained in open uses.
In such plans for reuse, permanent lakes may be permitted where conditions are suitable, but intermittent lakes shall not be permitted except when proposed to control stormwater runoff and approved as such by the Soil Conservation Service.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
The applicant shall furnish evidence of a bank commitment of credit in favor of the City, a bond or a certified check, in an amount calculated by the Planning and Zoning Commission to secure the site restorations as required in Section 16-10-140 above. Guidelines for calculating the amount of said bank commitment of credit, bond or certified check could be a sum equal to the number of acres covered by the permit, multiplied by $500.00. The minimum amount of such shall be $1,000.00, and the maximum amount shall be $25,000.00. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall have the power and authority to provide for an alternative method of indemnifying the City in lieu of the above-mentioned methods.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
The application for a special use permit for exploitation of natural resources shall be reviewed with a report and recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council, and procedures for review and granting or denial shall be the same as for any other special use as stated in Article 3 of this Chapter.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
Existing zoning and health regulations must be considered prior to selection of the site for a mobile home park. Sparsely wooded sites providing shade trees are advantageous. Rock formations close to the surface shall be avoided. The mobile home park shall be on a well-drained site and shall be located so that its drainage will not cause adverse effects on surrounding areas. Existing streams and creeks shall be preserved. Mobile home parks shall not be subject to flooding, fire or safety hazards and shall not be exposed to chronic nuisances, such as noise, smoke, fumes or odors. The topography shall be favorable to minimum grading and ease of maintenance.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.1, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The mobile home park shall be drained, graded and surfaced where necessary to facilitate drainage and prevent earth movement and shall be free from depressions in which water collects and stagnates.
(b)
The mobile home park shall be maintained in a clean, sanitary condition at all times. Grasses, weeds and other such vegetation not considered as part of the ornamental landscape shall not exceed 12 inches in height.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.2, 4-4-1978)
The mobile home park shall have a gross density of not more than six units per acre.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.3, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Each mobile home park shall set aside along the perimeter of the park the following setbacks, which shall be landscaped except for those portions used for ingress and egress.
(b)
The minimum setback requirements are as follows:
(1)
Abutting a state-designated or federally designated highway or City-designated major arterial: 50 feet.
(2)
Abutting any public right-of-way, other than in Subsection (1) above, including alleys: 25 feet.
(3)
When the perimeter of the mobile home park abuts a dissimilar zoning district: 25 feet, which shall include a vegetative or other appropriate screen of sufficient height and width to effectively buffer and ameliorate adverse visual and noise sources.
(4)
Abutting any exterior boundary other than Subsections (1), (2) and (3) above: 15 feet.
(5)
Abutting any interior street, alley or walkway: five feet.
(c)
All mobile homes shall be parked in such manner so that there will be a minimum of 15 feet between mobile homes. Mobile homes parked end-to-end shall have an end-to-end clearance of not less than ten feet. Enclosed additions to the mobile home structure shall be considered as part of the mobile home in measuring required yard distance. The required area for each mobile home space shall not include additional area required for access roads, off-street parking, service buildings, recreation areas, offices and similar mobile home park needs.
(d)
A mobile home shall not abut less than ten feet on its longest side or three feet on its shortest side to a service building, fence or other obstruction.
(e)
It is unlawful to park a mobile home so that any part of such mobile home will obstruct any roadway or walkway in a mobile home park.
(f)
It is unlawful to allow any mobile home to be occupied in a mobile home park unless the mobile home is situated on a mobile home space.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.4, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The following minimum area requirements shall apply to mobile home spaces:
(1)
The minimum area of a mobile home space shall be 4,000 square feet.
(2)
Groups or clusters of mobile homes may be placed on a combined lot where the area of a combined lot is equal to the minimum lot area required for an equal number of mobile homes on standard lots and where the minimum setbacks are honored on the combined lots' perimeter line.
(b)
All mobile units shall have a skirting of rigid-type material. Such skirting must be placed within 30 days after the mobile home is set on the mobile home space. Access panels or doors shall be installed as part of the skirting to permit convenient access to the water, sewer and gas connections.
(c)
Individual mobile homes shall be installed on a mobile home stand which must provide a sound base for structural support of the mobile home to secure the structure against uplifting, sliding, overturning, shifting or uneven settling.
(1)
Each mobile home stand shall have, as a minimum for support, eight 18-inch by 18-inch concrete pads, four inches in thickness, for every 500 square feet of floor area; two four-inch thick concrete runners; or one large concrete pad sufficient to provide adequate footing for all of the mobile home's jacks or blocking.
(2)
The mobile home stand shall be provided with anchors and tie-downs, such as cast-in-place concrete, eyelets embedded in concrete slabs or runways, screw augers, arrowhead anchors or other devices suitable for this purpose.
(3)
Anchors and tie-downs shall be placed at each corner of the mobile home stand.
(d)
Each mobile home in a park shall be clearly identified by numbers or letters visible by day or night from the access street.
(e)
Individual mobile home spaces and stands shall be kept clean and free of hazardous or noxious materials.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.5, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Safe and convenient access shall be provided for pedestrian and vehicular traffic and emergency vehicles at all times.
(b)
Vehicular streets shall be clearly identified, constructed and maintained to allow free movement of emergency and service vehicles at all times and surfaced when necessary to minimize mud and dust.
(c)
Minor access streets shall be so laid out that their use by through traffic will be discouraged.
(d)
Where a proposed mobile home park abuts or contains an existing or proposed major or arterial street or highway, the Planning and Zoning Commission may require service roads, reverse frontage mobile home spaces with screen planting in a reservation strip, deep lots for mobile home spaces with rear service alleys abutting the major arterial streets or highways or such other treatment as may be necessary for adequate protection of residential areas and for separation of through and local traffic.
(e)
All street surfacing shall comply with the roadway grades and design standards specified in Chapter 17 of this Code and shall comply with established standards for street surfacing inside the City. Unless higher standards are specified, gravel surface shall be the minimum requirement.
(f)
The site shall have at least one direct access to a public street by a roadway at least 32 feet in width. When the number of units within the mobile home park exceeds 20 units, this roadway shall be surfaced with asphaltic or higher type pavement.
(g)
Roadways shall be provided to each mobile home space. All newly constructed vehicular streets shall be of a minimum width of 20 feet where no on-street parking is permitted; 28 feet where on-street parking is permitted on one side only; and 36 feet where on-street parking is permitted on both sides. When the net density of mobile home spaces within the mobile home park exceeds four units per acre, interior roadways shall be surfaced with asphaltic or higher type pavement.
(h)
The mobile home park shall be so designed that all mobile home spaces and accessory buildings shall have unobstructed access and face an interior roadway.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.6, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Pedestrian walks shall be provided along park streets and from park streets to individual homes and all community and service facilities where the lack of such walks would constitute a safety hazard.
(b)
When required, pedestrian walks shall have a minimum surface width of 42 inches and be constructed of asphalt or reinforced concrete. Sidewalks shall be at grades no greater than ten percent unless provided with steps whose design meets with the approval of the City.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.7, 4-4-1978)
All roadways and walkways within a mobile home park shall be well-illuminated during hours of darkness to permit the safe movement of individuals and vehicles. Poles shall not exceed 25 feet in height and longitudinal spacing shall not exceed 100 feet.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.8, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Every mobile home park shall be equipped at all times with fire extinguishing equipment in good working order of such type, size and number and so located within the park as prescribed by the local fire prevention authority or to satisfy reasonable fire regulations.
(b)
At least one hydrant shall be available to the mobile home park. Within the park, hydrant spacing shall be no greater than 1,000 feet apart.
(c)
Minimum residential pressure of 20 to 30 pounds per square inch will be considered the minimum hydrant pressure to provide fire protection.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.9, 4-4-1978)
Areas shall be provided as follows for the parking of motor vehicles:
(1)
A minimum of two off-street parking spaces for each mobile home shall be provided for each mobile home space. The minimum size of each such off-street parking space shall be eight feet by 20 feet.
(2)
On-street parking may be permitted in place of required off-street parking by widening roadways. On-street parking shall be equal to the minimum area required for an equal number of off-street parking spaces. Minimum width of on-street parking spaces shall be eight feet.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.10, 4-4-1978)
Trees shall be planted or existing within each mobile home park, especially along the perimeter of the park, in the manner, type, size and location required by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Along access streets, longitudinal spacing shall not exceed 100 feet.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.11, 4-4-1978)
Every mobile home park of more than 24 units shall provide sanitary facilities for emergency use in a service building or office building. These facilities shall consist of at least one flush type toilet and one lavatory.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.12, 4-4-1978)
(a)
An outdoor storage area surfaced with gravel, asphalt, concrete or similar substance for boat trailers, camping units and horse trailers shall be provided for within the mobile home park in an amount equal to 50 square feet per mobile home space.
(b)
An outdoor storage area, either individual or common, for the personal use of mobile home occupants shall be provided in an amount equal to 50 square feet per mobile home space. Space beneath the mobile home shall not fulfill this requirement.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.13, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The storage, collection and disposal of refuse in a mobile home park shall be so conducted as to control odors, rodents, insects, accidents, fire hazards, air pollution or other nuisance conditions.
(b)
Durable, washable and non-absorbent metal or plastic containers with tight-fitting lids shall be provided at each mobile home lot or at a central storage area conveniently located not more than 200 feet from any mobile home lot. Refuse containers shall be provided at the rate of at least one 30-gallon (four cubic feet) container for each mobile home lot or an equivalent storage capacity in centralized storage facilities.
(c)
The number of containers used and the frequency of collection shall be sufficient to prevent overfilled containers. Refuse shall be routinely collected and removed from the premises not less than once weekly. Refuse shall be disposed of at a lawful disposal site in accordance with requirements of the Colorado Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.14, 4-4-1978)
Rodents and insects shall be controlled by approved sanitary practices, vermin-proofing of buildings, extermination and other control methods.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.15, 4-4-1978)
Every mobile home park of more than 24 units shall provide laundry facilities, including automatic or semiautomatic washing machines and dryers. The service building accommodating these laundry facilities shall be a permanent structure complying with all applicable provisions and statutes regulating buildings, electrical installations and plumbing installations inside the City.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.16, 4-4-1978)
(a)
All mobile homes, service buildings and other facilities shall be provided at all times with an adequate supply of water and shall be served by a water system designed, constructed and protected in accordance with current Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment standards and other applicable state and local laws and regulations.
(b)
Connections shall be made to the City public water supply and be available to every lot within the park.
(c)
The water distribution system shall be so designed and maintained as to provide a pressure of not less than 20 pounds per square inch under all normal operating conditions at each mobile home stand. In addition, the system must be capable of furnishing a minimum of 1,000 gallons per day per mobile home space. The number of mobile home spaces to be occupied in a mobile home park shall be limited to the quantity of water available to supply each mobile home space with the minimum requirements.
(d)
The water distribution system shall be so constructed that no more than 25 mobile home lots will be without water as a result of water service line breakages or repairs within the park. When the water supply is subject to service interruption, the occupants shall be notified in advance of such interruptions if possible. When the cause of the water service interruption occurs within the park and the interruption exceeds a period of 12 hours, standby or auxiliary equipment shall be used to provide temporary emergency water supply for the occupants.
(e)
Water service lines, including valves, riser pipes and connections, shall be installed in compliance with the International Plumbing Code as adopted by the City Council. Every mobile home lot shall be provided with an individual water service pipe, individual water meter and riser pipe in conformance with the International Plumbing Code as adopted by the City Council. The riser pipe shall extend at least four inches vertically aboveground unless it is shielded by a riser protector and casement extending above ground and fitted with a lid. The pipe shall be at least three-quarter inch in diameter. The riser shall terminate with two threaded valve outlets which provide connections for the mobile home water piping and for a garden hose. The mobile home water outlet shall be securely capped when a mobile home does not occupy the lot. A shutoff valve, located below the frost line, shall be provided on the water riser pipe on each mobile home lot.
(f)
An adequate supply of hot water shall be provided at all times in service buildings.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.17, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Mobile home parks shall be served by a public sewer system or by a private central collection and treatment system. The development of a private central collection and treatment system to serve the mobile home park shall be made only after plans and specifications for the central collection and treatment system have been approved by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Water Pollution Control Commission. All sewage disposal apparatus, including appurtenances thereto, shall be provided, maintained and operated as not to create a nuisance or health hazard.
(b)
Sewage collection lines shall be laid in trenches of sufficient depth to be free of breakage from traffic, ground movement or freezing.
(c)
Sewer lines shall be constructed of approved materials with adequate vents, water-tight joints and sufficient cleanouts. Sewers shall be a grade sufficient to ensure a mean velocity of two feet per second when flowing full. The system shall be designed for a minimum flow rate of at least 300 gallons per day per mobile home lot. Horizontal and vertical drainage lines connecting with other horizontal drainage lines shall enter through 45-degree "Y" branches or other combinations of equivalent sweep. Manholes or cleanouts shall be provided at the upper end of each main sewer line, and manholes shall be provided at intersections of two or more sewer lines at changes in grade or alignment more than 45 degrees at intervals of not more than 400 feet.
(d)
Each mobile home lot shall be provided with a sewer branch line and riser pipe at least four inches inside diameter. The branch line shall be installed with a uniform slope of at least one-quarter inch per linear foot and shall be properly trapped and vented when all fixtures in a mobile home are not trapped and vented. The branch line shall terminate at a riser pipe with at least four inches above ground elevation, or with the ground graded from the riser pipe rim. When necessary, the riser pipe shall be protected by a concrete collar four inches thick and 12 inches in diameter.
(e)
The sewer service connection shall be equipped with standard screw, ring or clamp-type fittings or adapters so that watertight and tamper-proof connections can be obtained at the mobile home drain outlet and sewer riser pipe. The connection shall be of approved semi-rigid, non-collapsible, corrosion-resistant pipe having a smooth interior surface and an inside diameter of not less than three inches.
(f)
The sewer service connection shall be installed and maintained with a uniform grade of not less than one-quarter inch per foot and shall be no longer than necessary to connect the mobile home drain and sewer riser pipe. When a mobile home does not occupy the mobile home stand, the sewer riser pipe shall be capped with a watertight cap or plug.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.18, 4-4-1978)
An electrical outlet supplying at least 110 volts or 110/220 volts shall be provided for each mobile home space. The installation shall comply with all state and local electrical regulations.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.19, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The owner of the mobile home park shall be responsible for the supervision, operation and maintenance of the mobile home park. The owner or his or her designee shall be available or on call at all times in the event of an emergency. A copy of these regulations shall be kept available by the park manager in the mobile home park area at all times for use as guidelines by the park occupants and the park manager.
(b)
The owner or licensee shall be responsible for ensuring that each mobile home within his or her mobile home park complies with the provisions of these regulations. The licensee shall ensure that individual mobile homes have skirting in place within 30 days of occupancy.
(c)
It shall be the duty of each licensee to keep a register containing a record of all mobile home or camping unit owners and occupants located within the park. The register shall contain the following information:
(1)
The name and address of the owner of each mobile home;
(2)
The name and address of the occupant of each mobile home, if different from the owner;
(3)
The make, model, year and current license number of each mobile home;
(4)
The state, territory or country issuing such licenses; and
(5)
The date of arrival and of departure of each mobile home.
(d)
The mobile home park licensee shall keep the register available for inspection at all times by law enforcement officers, public health officials and other officials whose duties necessitate acquisition of the information contained in the register. The register record for each occupant registered shall not be destroyed for a period of one year following the date of departure of the registrant from the mobile home park.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.20, 4-4-1978)
Campgrounds are intended to provide temporary accommodations, not to exceed 30 days, for vehicles designed specifically for recreational and vacation purposes. Existing zoning and health regulations must be considered prior to selection of the site for a campground. Sites providing shade trees are advantageous. The campground shall be on a well-drained site and shall be located so that its drainage will not cause any adverse effect on surrounding areas. Existing streams and creeks shall be preserved. Campgrounds shall not be subject to chronic flooding, fire or safety hazards and shall not be exposed to chronic nuisances, such as noise, smoke or fumes. The topography shall be favorable to minimum grading and ease of maintenance.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.1, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The campground shall be drained, graded and surfaced where necessary to facilitate drainage and prevent earth movement, and shall be free from depressions in which water collects and stagnates.
(b)
The campground shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition at all times. Grasses, weeds and other such vegetation not considered part of the ornamental landscape shall not exceed 12 inches in height.
(c)
The site shall not be located in an area subject to periodic flooding; located in such a manner as to permit contamination of a private or public water supply; or located adjacent to swamps, marshes, railroads, stockyards, industrial sites or other such locations which would constitute a health or safety hazard.
(d)
Natural vegetation and ground cover shall be maintained or provided so as to facilitate drainage, reduce dust, prevent erosion and reduce fire hazards.
(e)
All areas shall be maintained to minimize insect, snake and small animal hazards and to prevent the growth of poison ivy, ragweed and other noxious or allergenic weeds.
(f)
All areas shall be kept free from accumulations of refuse and any health, fire or safety hazards.
(g)
Camping parties and users shall be limited to that number for which the physical facilities were designed.
(h)
Camping vehicles equipped with plumbing fixtures shall not be permitted in a campground unless connected to the water and sewer system, unless all wastes are contained in a sewage holding tank in a self-contained camping vehicle or unless the drain outlets from the camping vehicle are capped or are connected to a sealed container located outside the camping vehicle.
(i)
Camping vehicles not equipped with plumbing fixtures shall not be permitted in a campground unless effective means are provided to collect and contain dishwashing, bathing or other liquid waste material and to properly dispose of these wastes by approved means.
(j)
It shall be unlawful to allow any camping unit to occupy a campground in which there are no available spaces conforming to the provisions of this Article.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.2, 4-4-1978)
(a)
A campground site shall contain a minimum gross area of ten acres.
(b)
A campground shall have a density of not more than 25 units per acre, excluding roads, buildings and other common-use areas.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.3, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Each campground shall set aside along the perimeter of the park the following minimum setbacks:
(1)
Abutting a state-designated or federally designated highway or City-designated major arterial: 50 feet.
(2)
Abutting any public right-of-way, other than in Subsection (1) above, including alleys: 25 feet.
(3)
When the perimeter of the campground abuts a dissimilar zoning district: 25 feet, which shall include a vegetative or other appropriate screen of sufficient height and width to effectively buffer and ameliorate adverse visual and noise sources.
(4)
Abutting any exterior boundary other than in Subsection (1), (2) or (3) above: 15 feet.
(b)
All camping units, including awnings, other attachments or camping unit equipment, shall be parked so that there will be a minimum of 15 feet between units. Camping units parked end-to-end shall have an end-to-end clearance of not less than ten feet. The required area for each camping unit space shall not include additional area required for access roads, off-street parking, service buildings, recreational areas, office and similar campground needs.
(c)
All camping units shall not abut less than ten feet on any side to a service building, fence or other obstruction.
(d)
It is unlawful to park a camping unit so that any part of such camping unit will obstruct any roadway or walkway in a campground.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.4, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Each campsite shall provide at least 900 square feet of space.
(b)
Campsites shall be clearly marked and identified.
(c)
Each campsite, except walk-in campsites, shall front upon a conforming road, and each campsite not fronting directly upon a conforming road shall have a clear and unobstructed access of not less than ten feet in width to a conforming road.
(d)
Each camping space shall be so designed as to provide for safe and easy placement and removal of camping vehicles and camping equipment and shall be constructed to provide adequate support and to prevent ruts and low spots.
(e)
Each campsite shall accommodate only one camping party and the camping vehicle or camping unit equipment occupied by persons within the same party.
(f)
No permanent or semi-permanent structures, such as cabins, lean-tos, sheds or habitable buildings, shall be erected on a campsite except by the owner of the property and in accordance with applicable state or local building construction requirements.
(g)
Temporary structures, such as canvas awnings, screened enclosures or platforms, which are normal camping equipment, may be erected but must be removed when the camping vehicle is removed.
(h)
The density of picnic sites shall not exceed an average of 40 per acre, exclusive of service roads and service buildings, and each picnic site shall provide a minimum of 600 square feet of space.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.5, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Safe ingress and egress of pedestrian and vehicular traffic shall be provided, and pedestrians shall have the right-of-way. Roads and parking spaces shall be located and constructed for safe movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic and shall be graded to drain and surfaced where necessary to maintain proper drainage and to minimize dust.
(b)
The site shall have at least one direct access to a public street by a roadway which shall be at least 32 feet in width. Access roads shall be provided to each camping unit space. Interior roadways shall not be less than 20 feet in width if providing for one-way traffic, and 32 feet in width if providing for two-way traffic. Parallel parking lanes shall be at least ten feet in width. Roadways shall be surfaced with gravel, asphalt or concrete.
(c)
Roads shall be kept clear of obstructions, and there shall be at least two means of access to the entrance. Dead end streets are not permitted unless a 50-foot turnaround, "Y" or "T" is provided. Roads and parking areas shall have a minimum of 13 feet of overhead clearance and three feet of side clearance from trees, brush or other obstructions.
(d)
With the exception of primitive and semi-primitive campground areas, parking space shall be provided for automobiles, camping or recreational vehicles, boats, trailers and other appurtenant equipment at the rate of at least one space for each campsite.
(e)
In recreational areas accessible to motor vehicles, all vehicular traffic shall be restricted to roadways and parking areas. Parking space shall be provided for the estimated maximum number of users at the rate of one space for four persons and shall not exceed 100 car spaces per acre.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.6, 4-4-1978)
Pedestrian walks shall be provided along campground roads and from campground roads to service facilities where the lack of such walks would constitute a safety hazard. Walkways shall be provided in common use service areas.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.7, 4-4-1978)
Roadways and walkways within the campground shall be well-illuminated during hours of darkness to permit safe movement of individuals and vehicles.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.8, 4-4-1978)
Every campground shall be equipped at all times with fire extinguishing equipment in good working order of such type, size and number and so located within the campground as prescribed by the local fire prevention authority or to satisfy reasonable fire regulations.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.9, 4-4-1978)
Reservation or dedication of land in campgrounds for public sites, open space and recreational use shall be at the option of the Planning and Zoning Commission, with approval of the City Council.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.10, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Service buildings shall be constructed of easily cleanable, nonabsorbent materials, maintained in good repair and in a clean and sanitary condition. Service buildings shall be conveniently located at a distance of not less than ten feet or more than 400 feet from any dependent camping vehicle lot or persons served in a recreational area.
(b)
Separate rooms containing required plumbing fixtures shall be provided for each sex and clearly marked "Men" and "Women." If located in the same building, they shall be separated by a solid, sound-resistant wall extending from floor to ceiling. The entrances shall be designed so that the plumbing fixtures are not visible from the outside. A landing shall be provided beyond each exterior door opening and shall have a width and length not less than the door opening.
(c)
The floors of service buildings shall have a smooth, impermeable and easily cleaned surface, sloped to drain. Floor drains, properly trapped, shall be provided in all shower baths and shower rooms to remove wastewater and to facilitate cleaning. The walls and ceilings of such buildings shall be finished, and the walls shall have a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable surface extending to a height of four feet in toilet rooms and six feet in shower rooms.
(d)
Every service building shall have a minimum ceiling height of 7½ feet. In rooms with sloping ceilings, the required ceiling height shall be provided in at least 50 percent of the room, and no portion of any room having a ceiling height of less than five feet shall be considered as contributing to the minimum required areas.
(e)
Every service building shall have at least one window with a direct and unobstructed opening to the outside for natural light and ventilation, unless other approved means of light and ventilation to outside air is provided.
(f)
When necessary for the exclusion of flies, mosquitoes and other insects, all exterior openings of service buildings shall be protected with fly screening of not less than 16 mesh per square inch, unless other approved protective devices are provided.
(g)
Every service building shall be provided with at least one ceiling-type light fixture, at least one separate double convenience outlet adjacent to the lavatories and a light fixture at the outside entrance of the service building. All lights shall have wall switches; no pull cords shall be allowed. Illumination levels of at least 30 foot-candles shall be maintained at lavatory mirrors and in the laundry room work area and at least five foot-candles for general seeing tasks and at the service building area.
(h)
Where climatic conditions require artificial heating, facilities shall be properly installed, maintained in a safe working condition and capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68 degrees.
(i)
Toilets and showers shall be separately installed to be individually accessible and to permit simultaneous use.
(1)
Each toilet shall be individually partitioned with a door to ensure privacy. The compartment shall be at least 30 inches in width with at least 24 inches of clear space in front of the toilet. The dividing partitions shall be at least five feet in height with not less than six inches and not more than 12 inches separating the partition bottom and the floor. Toilets shall be provided with open front seats.
(2)
Each shower shall be individually partitioned with a curtain, screen or door to afford privacy.
(3)
Shower stalls shall not be less than 30 inches by 30 inches in area and shall be constructed to prevent water flow into the dressing room space.
(4)
Shower floors shall be skid-resistant or provided with disposable or non-slip impervious mats. Wooden racks (duck boards) over shower floors are prohibited. Where impervious mats are used, they must be cleaned, dried and kept off the shower floor when not in use.
(j)
Dressing room space, screened from view and equivalent to the size of the shower floor area, shall be provided adjacent to bathing facilities and shall be equipped with a bench and clothes hook.
(k)
Hot and cold water under pressure shall be supplied to all required plumbing fixtures, except that cold water only shall be supplied to toilets. Tempered water may be delivered to showers and sinks to conserve heated water and heating equipment. The system shall be designed to prevent discharge of water in excess of 120 degrees at shower heads. Hot water heating facilities shall have the capacity to provide a minimum of three gallons of hot water (100 degrees rise) per hour per each campsite during times of peak demand.
(l)
Required plumbing fixtures shall be maintained in good working order and in a clean and sanitary condition. Every service room containing sanitary fixtures shall be provided with a wastebasket.
(m)
Toilets shall be provided with a toilet paper holder or dispenser, supply of toilet paper and a covered receptacle, and lavatory areas shall be provided with cloths hooks, shelves and a trash receptacle. Service building construction shall conform to applicable provisions or locally adopted building codes and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment approved regulations for making buildings and facilities accessible to and usable by the physically handicapped.
(n)
Required toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities shall be provided in the following minimum numbers:
(1)
In every campground, there shall be at least one toilet for each sex. No outdoor privies will be permitted.
(2)
A water supply shall be provided by a hand pump or water spigot.
(3)
Where a campground is designed and operated for exclusive use by independent or self-contained camping vehicles only, at least one toilet and one lavatory shall be provided for each sex at the rate of one for every 100 campsites or fractional part thereof.
(4)
Where a campground accepts or accommodates dependent camping vehicles and camping equipment campers, at least one toilet and one lavatory shall be provided for each sex at the rate of one each for every 15 campsites or fractional part thereof, and one shower shall be provided for each sex for every 30 campsites or fractional part thereof. Lavatories shall be provided at each building containing toilet facilities.
(5)
Toilets and lavatories shall be provided for each sex at the rate of one for every 30 picnic spaces, and one for each 100 persons in a recreational area having concentrated numbers of people.
(o)
Urinals may be substituted for up to one-third of the required number of toilets. Men's toilet rooms hereafter constructed shall include urinals where more than two toilets are required. Trough urinals measuring 24 inches shall be considered the equivalent of one urinal.
(p)
A wash sink measuring 24 inches shall be considered the equivalent of one lavatory. Laundry tubs and service sinks will not be acceptable substitutes for lavatories.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.11, 4-4-1978)
(a)
An accessible, adequate, safe and potable supply of water under pressure shall be provided in every campground. The number of camping unit spaces to be occupied in a campground shall be limited to the quantity of water available to supply each camping unit space with the minimum requirements. Where a public supply of water of such quality is available, connection shall be made thereto and its supply shall be used exclusively. The development of an independent water supply to serve the campground shall be made only after plans and specifications for the water system have been approved by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. All plumbing in the campground shall comply with state and local plumbing laws and regulations.
(b)
The water supply shall not be connected to any nonpotable water supply or be subject to any backflow.
(c)
No surface or stored water supply shall be used unless treated by a minimum of filtration and disinfection or under conditions approved by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. When approved for use, transported water shall be obtained from an acceptable source, stored and dispensed in an approved manner and contain a free chlorine residual of at least 0.2 ppm at all points in the water system.
(d)
Wells equipped with a hand-pump shall be of the enclosed self-priming or sealed interior-type pump with a closed downward direct spout. The well casing shall be protected by extending the casing at least one inch above the face of the pump flange and a concrete apron graded to drain wastewater away from the well. Open pitcher pumps are not permitted.
(e)
Where water is distributed under pressure, the water supply system shall deliver water at a minimum pressure of at least 20 pounds per square inch and a minimum flow of at least one gallon per minute at all outlets.
(f)
The water supply shall deliver the following minimum volumes:
(1)
One hundred gallons per day per campsite with individual water connections and where flush toilets are used in the service building.
(2)
Seventy-five gallons per day per campsite where faucets are provided in common and centralized flush toilets in a service building are used.
(3)
Fifty gallons per day per campsite where faucets are provided in common and centralized flush toilets are not in use.
(4)
Twenty-five gallons per day per picnic site or five gallons per person per day in a recreational area with common faucets and flush toilets.
(5)
Three gallons of water per person per day in a picnic or recreational area with common faucets.
(g)
Water service lines, riser pipes and valves shall be installed and protected from damage by freezing, ground movement, vehicles or other damage sources. Shutoff valves and drain valves, installed for draining the system, and water service distribution lines shall be so arranged that water will be available to those campsites occupied during low-temperature winter periods. Underground stop and waste valves are not permitted and shall not be installed on any water service.
(h)
Where water connections are provided at each campsite, the riser pipe shall be at least one-half-inch size and shall extend at least four inches vertically above the ground elevation. It shall be equipped with a one-half-inch valve outlet with a threaded male spigot for attaching a standard garden hose.
(i)
Where individual water connections are not provided, common-use water faucets shall be conveniently accessible and located not more than 150 feet from any campsite.
(j)
Drinking fountains, if provided, shall be approved angle-jet types with adequate water pressures.
(k)
Spillage, overflow, drainage or waste water from faucets and drinking fountains shall be discharged to approved drains to prevent impoundment of water, creation of mud holes or other nuisance conditions.
(l)
A water station for filling camping vehicle water storage tanks shall be provided at a rate of one station for every 100 campsites. These shall be conveniently located adjacent to but not less than 50 feet from a sanitary station. The station shall be posted with signs of durable material not less than two feet by two feet which state:
"POTABLE WATER -
DO NOT USE TO FLUSH CAMPING
VEHICLE WASTE TANKS."
Such water stations shall consist of at least a three-quarter-inch pipe and valve outlet and shall be protected against the hazards of backflow by an approved vacuum breaker located downstream from the shutoff valve. The fill hose shall be suspended so that no part of the hose and its appurtenances will come into contact with the ground. Use of other water outlets for this purpose is prohibited. A sign shall be posted at the entrance indicating the provision of a sanitary station and water station.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.12, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Facilities shall be provided and properly maintained for the collection and disposal or treatment and disposal of sewage.
(b)
Where a public sewer system is available, all plumbing fixtures, building sewers and campground sewers shall be connected thereto. If a public sewer system is not available, a private sewage collection and disposal facility meeting the requirements of the Colorado Water Quality Control Commission, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and other applicable local government sewage disposal agencies shall be installed and all building sewers and campground sewers shall be connected thereto.
(c)
Solid and liquid wastes shall not be discharged or otherwise disposed of on the surface of the ground or into any well, cave, ditch or stream.
(d)
Sewage collection lines shall be laid in trenches of sufficient depth to be free of breakage from traffic, ground movement, agricultural activity or other sources of damage and shall be separated from the water supply system by a horizontal distance of ten feet and a vertical elevation of two feet below water lines at crossing points unless pressure sewers are used.
(e)
The sewer lines shall be constructed of approved materials with adequate vents, watertight joints and sufficient cleanouts. All sewer lines shall have a minimum diameter of six inches, except that a sewer lateral which serves no more than 25 individual sewer connections for individual camping vehicle lots or no more than five toilet connections may be four inches in diameter.
(f)
Sewers shall be installed at a grade of at least one-eighth inch per foot to ensure a velocity of two feet per second when flowing full. Horizontal drainage lines connecting with other horizontal drainage lines shall enter through 45-degree "Y" branches or other combinations of equivalent sweep.
(g)
Cleanouts or manholes shall be provided at the upper end of each main sewer line, at intersections of two or more sewer lines, at changes in grade or alignment of more than 45 degrees and at intervals of not more than 400 feet.
(h)
Individual sewer connections shall meet the following requirements: A four-inch inside diameter sewer lateral and riser pipe with the surrounding ground graded into drain from the rim of riser pipe. The sewer lateral shall be properly trapped and vented if camping vehicles without individually trapped and vented plumbing fixtures are accommodated.
(i)
Dependent camping vehicles with a drain hose less than three inches in diameter shall be connected with reducers and screw-type or clamp-type fittings.
(j)
Drain outlets from independent camping vehicles shall be capped or connected with a durable, readily cleanable, nonabsorbent and corrosion-resistant drain hose having an inside diameter of not less than three inches. The sewer service connection shall be installed and maintained with a grade of not less than one-quarter inch per foot.
(k)
When the campsite is not occupied, the sewer riser pipe shall be adequately covered.
(l)
A flushing sink or other means of disposal shall be provided for disposal of liquid wastes from dependent camping vehicles unless a sanitary waste station is provided and is conveniently located. The flushing sink shall be easily accessible and located at a distance of not more than 300 feet from any campsite. The sink shall not be located in a room containing toilet, lavatory or bathing facilities, and toilets shall not be used for disposal of such liquid wastes.
(m)
Common-use faucets or hydrants and lavatories in service buildings shall not be used for cleaning fish and food or washing dishes, utensils, clothing or other articles of household use.
(n)
A sanitary waste station shall be provided for each 100 campsites or part thereof not equipped with individual sewer connections. Unless other approved means are used, the sanitary station shall be designed and constructed to include the following:
(1)
Easy ingress and egress from the service road for camping vehicles.
(2)
Not less than 50 feet from a campsite.
(3)
Connection to the sewer system by a trapped four-inch sewer riser pipe and vented not more than ten feet downstream from the trap by a four-inch vent adequately supported and extending at least eight feet above the ground surface.
(4)
A sewage inlet surrounded by a curbed concrete apron or trough of at least three feet by three feet, sloped to the inlet and provided with a suitable hinged cover milled to fit tight.
(5)
A means of flushing the immediate area and camping vehicle holding tanks shall be provided at each sanitary waste station. It shall consist of a properly supported water riser pipe terminating two feet above the ground with a three-quarter-inch valved outlet and attached hose. The water outlet shall be protected against back siphonage and backflow by an approved vacuum breaker installation located downstream from the shutoff valve.
(6)
A sign, constructed of durable material and not less than two feet square, posted adjacent to the water flushing outlet and inscribed with the warning:
"DANGER - UNSAFE WATER
Use This Hose for Flushing Purposes ONLY."
(o)
All plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the latest edition of the Colorado Technical Plumbing Code.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.13, 4-4-1978)
Insects and domestic rodents shall be controlled by elimination of breeding and harborage sources, proper sanitary practices, extermination, vermin-proofing of buildings and other approved control methods.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.14, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The storage, collection and disposal of refuse shall be performed so as to minimize accidents, fire hazards, air pollution, odors, insects, rodents or other nuisance conditions.
(b)
Durable, watertight, easily cleanable refuse containers, sufficient to contain all the refuse, shall be provided at each service building and sanitary waste station or at a central storage area readily accessible and located not more than 300 feet from any camp or picnic site unless provided at the campsite. Refuse containers shall be provided at the rate of eight cubic feet (60 gallons) for every five campsites or the equivalent thereof if containers are provided at individual sites.
(c)
Unless refuse is collected daily, the containers shall be covered with close-fitting, fly-proof covers.
(d)
Refuse shall be collected and removed from the premises as often as necessary, but not less than once weekly during the campground occupancy, and disposed of at a lawful disposal site.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.15, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Fires.
(1)
Fires will be permitted only in facilities which have been provided for such purposes. No open fires will be allowed.
(2)
Fireplaces, fire pits, charcoal braziers, wood-burning stoves or other cooking facilities shall be located, constructed, maintained and used to minimize fire hazard and smoke nuisance in the campground and the neighboring properties.
(3)
No fire shall be abandoned, left unattended or allowed to become a hazard to trees, vegetation, camping equipment or adjacent neighboring campsites.
(4)
Fires shall be completely extinguished before the campsite is vacated.
(5)
No fuel shall be used and no material burned which emits dense smoke or objectionable odors.
(6)
Flammable liquids shall be stored in metal containers approved by the Underwriters Laboratory, Inc.
(b)
Tables. Tables shall be of durable, non-tip construction and finished with a smooth, readily cleanable, weather-resistant material.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.16, 4-4-1978)
All electrical wiring, equipment and appurtenances shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.17, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Liquid petroleum gas, fuel oil, gasoline and other flammable liquids shall be handled and used in a safe manner and shall not be stored inside or beneath any camping vehicle or within five feet of the door of a camping vehicle.
(b)
The grounds, buildings and related facilities shall be constructed, maintained and used in accordance with applicable local and state fire prevention regulations.
(c)
Play equipment, when provided for children, shall be designed for safety, maintained in good repair and located in areas free from hazards.
(d)
Stables and corrals shall be located on a well-drained site and located at least 50 feet from any campsite or food preparation area. Horses and large animals shall be kept in a manner to prevent hazards to inquisitive children, air or water pollution or nuisance conditions.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.18, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The owner of a campground shall be responsible for the supervision, operation and maintenance of the campground. The owner or his or her designee shall be available or on call at all times in the event of an emergency. A copy of these regulations shall be kept available by the manager in the campground area at all times for use as guidelines by the occupants and the manager.
(b)
The owner or operator shall maintain the grounds and common-use sanitary facilities, equipment and utilities in a clean, safe and sanitary condition and shall ensure that refuse is collected as often as necessary to prevent nuisance conditions.
(c)
The owner or licensee shall be responsible for ensuring that each camper within the campground complies with the provisions of these regulations.
(d)
It shall be the duty of each licensee to keep a register containing a record of all mobile home or camping unit owners and occupants located within the park or campground. The register shall contain the following information:
(1)
The name and address of the owner of each camping unit and motor vehicle by which it is towed;
(2)
The make, model, year and license number of each camping unit and motor vehicle;
(3)
The state, territory or country issuing such licenses; and
(4)
The date of arrival and of departure of each camping unit.
The licensee shall keep the register available for inspection at all times by law enforcement officers, public health officials and other officials whose duties necessitate acquisition of the information contained in the register. The register record for each occupant registered shall not be destroyed for a period of one year following the date of departure of the registrant from the campground.
(e)
No camping unit shall be allowed to occupy space within a campground for a period exceeding 30 days.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.19, 4-4-1978)
For purposes of this Division, the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them herein:
Dependent trailer coach means a trailer coach which does not have a flush toilet, bath or shower and sink.
Independent trailer coach means a trailer coach which has a flush toilet, bath or shower and sink, and is designed so as to permit occupancy for dwelling or sleeping purposes.
Natural or artificial barrier means any river, pond, canal, railroad levee embankment, fence or hedge.
Park means any plot of ground upon which two or more trailer coaches, occupied for dwelling or sleeping purposes are located, regardless of whether or not a charge is made for the accommodation.
Recreational vehicle (RV) means any trailer coach as defined in this Section.
Trailer coach means any vehicle or similar portable structure having no foundation other than wheels, jacks or skirting and so designed or constructed as to permit occupancy for dwelling or sleeping purposes.
Trailer coach space means a plot of ground within a recreational vehicle park designed for the accommodation of one trailer coach, which plot shall consist of a minimum of 1,000 square feet.
(Ord. No. 609, § I, 11-2-1971)
Every recreational vehicle park shall conform to the following requirements:
(1)
The park shall be located on a well-drained site, properly graded to ensure rapid drainage and freedom from stagnant pools of water.
(2)
Recreational vehicle spaces shall be clearly defined and shall be at least 25 feet wide, with a minimum of 1,000 square feet for each space.
(3)
Recreational vehicles shall be parked so that there is at least a 15-foot clearance between recreational vehicles; provided, however, that recreational vehicles parked end-to-end may have an end-to-end clearance of less than 15 feet, but such clearance shall not be less than ten feet. No recreational vehicle shall be located closer than ten feet from any building within the park or from any property line bounding the park.
(4)
All recreational vehicle spaces shall abut upon a driveway of not less than 25 feet in width and shall have unobstructed access to a public street, alley or highway. All driveways shall be gravel or hard surfaces, well-marked in the daytime and lighted at nights with 25-watt lamps, approximately 15 feet in height and located at intervals of 100 feet.
(5)
Walkways not less than two feet wide shall be provided from the recreational vehicle spaces to all service buildings. The walkways shall be gravel or hard surfaces, well-marked in the daytime and lighted at night with 25-watt lamps, approximately 15 feet in height and located at intervals of 100 feet.
(6)
An electrical outlet supplying at least 110 volts shall be provided for each recreational vehicle space.
(7)
Each park shall provide a service building to house toilet facilities as described in Section 16-11-140 of this Division; provided, however, that such building shall not be required for a recreational vehicle park serving only independent trailer coaches; provided further that, when service buildings are provided, all provisions of this Article relating to service buildings shall be applicable. Any license issued to a recreational vehicle park serving only independent trailer coaches shall bear the following notation:
"Limited to independent trailer coaches."
(8)
It is unlawful for any person operating a recreational vehicle park under such license to permit a dependent trailer coach to occupy any portion of such recreational vehicle park.
(9)
All improvements within the recreational vehicle park will be at the expense of the applicant.
(Ord. No. 609, § VI, 11-2-1971)
An adequate supply of pure water for drinking and domestic purposes shall be supplied to meet the requirements of the park. All water connections shall be made to the public water supply of the City, and such supply shall be used exclusively. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a cold water tap at least four inches above the ground. Such outlet shall be provided with individual valves below frost depth and shall be protected from freezing by proper insulation. An adequate supply of hot water shall be provided at all times in the service buildings for bathing, washing and cleaning and laundry facilities.
(Ord. No. 609, § VII, 11-2-1971)
Each recreational vehicle park shall be provided with toilets, baths or showers, slop sinks and other sanitation facilities which shall conform to the following requirements.
(1)
The toilet and other sanitation facilities for males and females shall be either in a separate building or separated in the same building by a wall.
(2)
Toilet facilities for males shall consist of not less than one flush toilet for every ten dependent trailer coaches, and one shower or bathtub with individual dressing accommodations for every ten dependent trailer coaches.
(3)
Toilet facilities for families shall consist of not less than one flush toilet for every ten dependent trailer coaches, one shower or bathtub with individual dressing accommodations for every ten dependent trailer coaches and one lavatory for every ten dependent trailer coaches.
(4)
Anything in Subsections (2) and (3) above to the contrary notwithstanding, each recreational vehicle park shall provide for each sex not less than one flush toilet, one shower or bathtub with individual dressing accommodations and one lavatory; and, in addition thereto, provide all sanitary facilities required by this Code or state the laws.
(5)
Each toilet and each shower or bathtub with individual dressing accommodations for which provision is made in Subsections (2), (3) and (4) above shall be in a private compartment.
(6)
Service buildings housing toilet facilities shall be permanent structures complying with all applicable ordinances and statutes regulating buildings, electrical installations, plumbing and sanitations systems and shall be located not closer than ten feet or further than 200 feet from any recreational vehicle space.
(7)
The service building shall be well-lighted at all times of the day and night, shall be well-ventilated with screened openings, shall be constructed of such moisture-proof material, including painted woodwork, shall permit repeated cleaning and washing and shall be maintained at a temperature of at least 68 degrees Fahrenheit during the period from October 1 to May 1. The floors of the service building shall be of water-impervious material.
(8)
All service buildings and the grounds of the park shall be maintained in a clean, sightly condition and kept free of any condition that will menace the health of any occupant or the public or would constitute a nuisance.
(Ord. No. 609, § VIII, 11-2-1971)
Laundry facilities shall be provided in the ratio of one double laundry tub and one automatic or semi-automatic-type washing machine for every 20 recreational vehicle spaces or fraction thereof. An electrical outlet shall be provided supplying currents sufficient to operate each washing machine. Drying spaces shall be provided sufficient to accommodate the laundry of the recreational vehicle occupants. The service building housing the laundry facilities shall be a permanent structure complying with this Code and statutes regulating buildings, electrical installations and plumbing and sanitation systems.
(Ord. No. 609, § IX, 11-2-1971)
Waste from showers, bathtubs, flush toilets, lavatories, slop sinks, laundries in service and other buildings within the park shall be discharged into an approved private sewer system and into a public sewer system when available. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a trap sewer at least four inches in diameter, which shall be connected to receive the waste from the shower, bathtub, flush toilet, lavatory and kitchen sink of the recreational vehicle harbored in such space and having any or all of such facilities. The trap sewer in each space shall be connected to discharge the recreational vehicle waste into an approved private sewer system when available. At the highest point of any sewer connection serving two or more recreational vehicle spaces, a vent shall be provided from the connection pipe, the top of which shall be not less than 12 feet above the ground.
(Ord. No. 609, § X, 11-2-1971)
One tightly covered 32-gallon capacity metal garbage can shall be provided for each two recreational vehicle spaces. Racks or holders shall be provided for all garbage cans. Such container racks or holders shall be so designed as to prevent the container from being tipped to minimize spillage and container deterioration, and to facilitate cleaning around them. Garbage cans shall be located not further than 200 feet from any recreational vehicle space. The cans and their racks or holders shall be kept in a sanitary condition at all times.
(Ord. No. 609, § XI, 11-2-1971)
Every park shall be equipped at all times with fire extinguishers in good working order for every four recreational vehicle spaces, located not further than 50 feet from each recreational vehicle space. No open fire shall be permitted in any place which would endanger life or property. No fire shall be left unattended at any time. The provisions of Section 16-10-290 of this Chapter shall apply to all recreational vehicles within the park.
(Ord. No. 609, § XII, 11-2-1971)
No owner or person in charge of any dog, cat or other pet animal shall permit it to run at large or commit any nuisance within the limits of any recreational vehicle park.
(Ord. No. 609, § XIII, 11-2-1971)
(a)
It shall be the duty of the licensee to keep a register containing a record of all recreational vehicle owners and occupants located within the park. The register shall contain the following information:
(1)
The name and address of each occupant.
(2)
The make, model and year of all automobiles and recreational vehicles.
(3)
The license number and owner of each recreational vehicle and each automobile by which it is towed.
(4)
The date of arrival and departure of each recreational vehicle.
(5)
Whether or not each recreational vehicle is an independent or dependent trailer coach.
(b)
The park shall keep the register available at all times for inspection by law enforcement officers, public health officials and other officials whose duties necessitate the acquisition of the information contained in the register. A register record shall not be destroyed for a period of three years following the date of registration.
(Ord. No. 609, § XIV, 11-2-1971)
A responsible attendant, caretaker, owner or operator shall be in charge at all times to keep the recreational vehicle park, its facilities and equipment in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition, and he or she shall be answerable, with the licensee, for any violation of the provisions of this Division. Such attendant, caretaker, owner or operator shall be available at any reasonable time to assist law enforcement officers in conducting an inspection of the park.
(Ord. No. 609, § XV, 11-2-1971)
(a)
No permanent additions of any kind shall be built onto or become a part of any recreational vehicle. Skirting of recreational vehicles is permissible, but such skirting shall not attach the recreational vehicles permanently to the ground, provide a harboring for rodents or create a fire hazard.
(b)
The wheels of the recreational vehicle shall not be removed except temporarily when necessary for repairs. Jacks or stabilizers may be placed under the frame of the recreational vehicle to prevent movement on the springs while the recreational vehicle is parked and occupied.
(Ord. No. 609, § XVII, 11-2-1971)
In addition to the requirements set forth in these regulations, all recreational vehicle courts and facilities shall be constructed and operated in compliance with all existing state and local statutes, ordinances, codes and regulations.
(Ord. No. 609, § XVIII, 11-2-1971)
- SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS
It is the intent of this Article to provide supplemental regulations for uses allowed elsewhere in this Chapter. The regulations specified herein shall be construed as additional requirements to the district regulations for specific uses specified in other Articles of this Chapter.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-1)
Where sanitary landfills or public utility facilities are allowed as special uses, these items shall be subject to the following additional requirements prior to approval:
(1)
A site plan, elevation, perspective and general written description of the proposed use shall be presented.
(2)
An explanation shall be made in writing of methods to be used to minimize smoke, odors, noise, dust and similar environmental problems which might result from the operation of the proposed use, and in accordance with requirements of Article 8 of this Chapter.
(3)
Evidence that such use shall serve an obvious public need.
(4)
Evidence that such use shall be separated from abutting properties by sufficient distance to prevent damage due to operation of the proposed use.
(5)
Evidence that sanitary landfills shall conform to Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment standards.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-3)
Where airports are allowed as a special use, they shall be subject to the following additional requirements prior to approval of such use:
(1)
Evidence that the airport will serve an obvious public need.
(2)
Airports with runways of more than 5,000 feet and all adjacent land shall be subject to all airport height regulations or other regulations as may be imposed by the Federal Aviation Administration.
(3)
Sufficient distance shall separate such use from abutting properties which might otherwise be damaged due to operation of the proposed use.
(4)
Satisfactory proof shall be given that such area will be properly maintained.
(5)
Evidence that sufficient off-street parking will be provided to accommodate the expected volume of traffic using such facilities.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-4)
The purpose of special use permits for the exploitation of natural resources is to allow for the removal for sale, processing or use of timber, native vegetation, peat, muck, topsoil, fill, sand, gravel, rock, petroleum products or any other mineral within the City in a manner compatible with existing and possible future land uses. This regulation is needed to ensure that land is not left in such condition that reuse will be difficult and/or impossible and to protect other land uses from such adverse influences as excessive dust, noise, fumes, floodwaters, erosion or sedimentation.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
Where oil drilling, mineral extraction and excavation activities are being considered as a special use, the additional information set forth in Section 16-10-130 below will be required during the regular evaluation for approval as a special use.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
In addition to such other studies, surveys and reports required for applications for special use permits, applicants for special use permits for the exploitation of natural resources shall prepare and submit a plan for development and exploitation phase, which shall:
(1)
Show the proposed use as planned and staged in relation to surrounding property within 300 feet, or such greater distances as may be required in the circumstances of the particular case; including topographic surveys indicating present conditions including drainage and the conditions (topographic, drainage and soils) to be on the site at the end of the exploitation phase or end of operations. Contour intervals for topography shall not be more than two feet, and one-foot contour intervals may be required in relatively flat areas.
(2)
Demonstrate that the proposed use is feasible without hazards or damage to other properties by reason of increased flood hazard or rise in groundwater levels, erosion caused by increased rate of flow or redirection of flow in flood channels, deposition of debris from flood or erosion, excessive or unstable slopes remaining at cuts or fills or for other reasons.
(3)
Show important locational and other aspects of the stages of exploitation, such as where and how traffic on and from the use is to be handled, where equipment will be operating, the location and dimension of structures, dust-inhibiting measures and the like.
(4)
The final stage shall indicate how the area is to be finished in accordance with the plan for reuse in Section 16-10-140 below.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
The applicant shall prepare a plan for reuse describing how it is intended that the property in its entirety should be left in a form suitable for reuse for permitted or permissible uses within the zoning district, relating such reuse to uses existing or probable on surrounding properties. Among items to be included in such plan are:
(1)
Possible land uses.
(2)
Feasible circulation patterns in and around the site.
(3)
Treatment of the exposed soil or subsoil (including measures to be taken to replace topsoil in excavated areas) in order to make the area suitable for reuse.
(4)
Treatment of slopes to prevent erosion.
(5)
Delineation of drainage ways and floodplains to be maintained in open uses.
In such plans for reuse, permanent lakes may be permitted where conditions are suitable, but intermittent lakes shall not be permitted except when proposed to control stormwater runoff and approved as such by the Soil Conservation Service.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
The applicant shall furnish evidence of a bank commitment of credit in favor of the City, a bond or a certified check, in an amount calculated by the Planning and Zoning Commission to secure the site restorations as required in Section 16-10-140 above. Guidelines for calculating the amount of said bank commitment of credit, bond or certified check could be a sum equal to the number of acres covered by the permit, multiplied by $500.00. The minimum amount of such shall be $1,000.00, and the maximum amount shall be $25,000.00. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall have the power and authority to provide for an alternative method of indemnifying the City in lieu of the above-mentioned methods.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
The application for a special use permit for exploitation of natural resources shall be reviewed with a report and recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council, and procedures for review and granting or denial shall be the same as for any other special use as stated in Article 3 of this Chapter.
(Prior Zoning Code, § 7-5)
Existing zoning and health regulations must be considered prior to selection of the site for a mobile home park. Sparsely wooded sites providing shade trees are advantageous. Rock formations close to the surface shall be avoided. The mobile home park shall be on a well-drained site and shall be located so that its drainage will not cause adverse effects on surrounding areas. Existing streams and creeks shall be preserved. Mobile home parks shall not be subject to flooding, fire or safety hazards and shall not be exposed to chronic nuisances, such as noise, smoke, fumes or odors. The topography shall be favorable to minimum grading and ease of maintenance.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.1, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The mobile home park shall be drained, graded and surfaced where necessary to facilitate drainage and prevent earth movement and shall be free from depressions in which water collects and stagnates.
(b)
The mobile home park shall be maintained in a clean, sanitary condition at all times. Grasses, weeds and other such vegetation not considered as part of the ornamental landscape shall not exceed 12 inches in height.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.2, 4-4-1978)
The mobile home park shall have a gross density of not more than six units per acre.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.3, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Each mobile home park shall set aside along the perimeter of the park the following setbacks, which shall be landscaped except for those portions used for ingress and egress.
(b)
The minimum setback requirements are as follows:
(1)
Abutting a state-designated or federally designated highway or City-designated major arterial: 50 feet.
(2)
Abutting any public right-of-way, other than in Subsection (1) above, including alleys: 25 feet.
(3)
When the perimeter of the mobile home park abuts a dissimilar zoning district: 25 feet, which shall include a vegetative or other appropriate screen of sufficient height and width to effectively buffer and ameliorate adverse visual and noise sources.
(4)
Abutting any exterior boundary other than Subsections (1), (2) and (3) above: 15 feet.
(5)
Abutting any interior street, alley or walkway: five feet.
(c)
All mobile homes shall be parked in such manner so that there will be a minimum of 15 feet between mobile homes. Mobile homes parked end-to-end shall have an end-to-end clearance of not less than ten feet. Enclosed additions to the mobile home structure shall be considered as part of the mobile home in measuring required yard distance. The required area for each mobile home space shall not include additional area required for access roads, off-street parking, service buildings, recreation areas, offices and similar mobile home park needs.
(d)
A mobile home shall not abut less than ten feet on its longest side or three feet on its shortest side to a service building, fence or other obstruction.
(e)
It is unlawful to park a mobile home so that any part of such mobile home will obstruct any roadway or walkway in a mobile home park.
(f)
It is unlawful to allow any mobile home to be occupied in a mobile home park unless the mobile home is situated on a mobile home space.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.4, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The following minimum area requirements shall apply to mobile home spaces:
(1)
The minimum area of a mobile home space shall be 4,000 square feet.
(2)
Groups or clusters of mobile homes may be placed on a combined lot where the area of a combined lot is equal to the minimum lot area required for an equal number of mobile homes on standard lots and where the minimum setbacks are honored on the combined lots' perimeter line.
(b)
All mobile units shall have a skirting of rigid-type material. Such skirting must be placed within 30 days after the mobile home is set on the mobile home space. Access panels or doors shall be installed as part of the skirting to permit convenient access to the water, sewer and gas connections.
(c)
Individual mobile homes shall be installed on a mobile home stand which must provide a sound base for structural support of the mobile home to secure the structure against uplifting, sliding, overturning, shifting or uneven settling.
(1)
Each mobile home stand shall have, as a minimum for support, eight 18-inch by 18-inch concrete pads, four inches in thickness, for every 500 square feet of floor area; two four-inch thick concrete runners; or one large concrete pad sufficient to provide adequate footing for all of the mobile home's jacks or blocking.
(2)
The mobile home stand shall be provided with anchors and tie-downs, such as cast-in-place concrete, eyelets embedded in concrete slabs or runways, screw augers, arrowhead anchors or other devices suitable for this purpose.
(3)
Anchors and tie-downs shall be placed at each corner of the mobile home stand.
(d)
Each mobile home in a park shall be clearly identified by numbers or letters visible by day or night from the access street.
(e)
Individual mobile home spaces and stands shall be kept clean and free of hazardous or noxious materials.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.5, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Safe and convenient access shall be provided for pedestrian and vehicular traffic and emergency vehicles at all times.
(b)
Vehicular streets shall be clearly identified, constructed and maintained to allow free movement of emergency and service vehicles at all times and surfaced when necessary to minimize mud and dust.
(c)
Minor access streets shall be so laid out that their use by through traffic will be discouraged.
(d)
Where a proposed mobile home park abuts or contains an existing or proposed major or arterial street or highway, the Planning and Zoning Commission may require service roads, reverse frontage mobile home spaces with screen planting in a reservation strip, deep lots for mobile home spaces with rear service alleys abutting the major arterial streets or highways or such other treatment as may be necessary for adequate protection of residential areas and for separation of through and local traffic.
(e)
All street surfacing shall comply with the roadway grades and design standards specified in Chapter 17 of this Code and shall comply with established standards for street surfacing inside the City. Unless higher standards are specified, gravel surface shall be the minimum requirement.
(f)
The site shall have at least one direct access to a public street by a roadway at least 32 feet in width. When the number of units within the mobile home park exceeds 20 units, this roadway shall be surfaced with asphaltic or higher type pavement.
(g)
Roadways shall be provided to each mobile home space. All newly constructed vehicular streets shall be of a minimum width of 20 feet where no on-street parking is permitted; 28 feet where on-street parking is permitted on one side only; and 36 feet where on-street parking is permitted on both sides. When the net density of mobile home spaces within the mobile home park exceeds four units per acre, interior roadways shall be surfaced with asphaltic or higher type pavement.
(h)
The mobile home park shall be so designed that all mobile home spaces and accessory buildings shall have unobstructed access and face an interior roadway.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.6, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Pedestrian walks shall be provided along park streets and from park streets to individual homes and all community and service facilities where the lack of such walks would constitute a safety hazard.
(b)
When required, pedestrian walks shall have a minimum surface width of 42 inches and be constructed of asphalt or reinforced concrete. Sidewalks shall be at grades no greater than ten percent unless provided with steps whose design meets with the approval of the City.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.7, 4-4-1978)
All roadways and walkways within a mobile home park shall be well-illuminated during hours of darkness to permit the safe movement of individuals and vehicles. Poles shall not exceed 25 feet in height and longitudinal spacing shall not exceed 100 feet.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.8, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Every mobile home park shall be equipped at all times with fire extinguishing equipment in good working order of such type, size and number and so located within the park as prescribed by the local fire prevention authority or to satisfy reasonable fire regulations.
(b)
At least one hydrant shall be available to the mobile home park. Within the park, hydrant spacing shall be no greater than 1,000 feet apart.
(c)
Minimum residential pressure of 20 to 30 pounds per square inch will be considered the minimum hydrant pressure to provide fire protection.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.9, 4-4-1978)
Areas shall be provided as follows for the parking of motor vehicles:
(1)
A minimum of two off-street parking spaces for each mobile home shall be provided for each mobile home space. The minimum size of each such off-street parking space shall be eight feet by 20 feet.
(2)
On-street parking may be permitted in place of required off-street parking by widening roadways. On-street parking shall be equal to the minimum area required for an equal number of off-street parking spaces. Minimum width of on-street parking spaces shall be eight feet.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.10, 4-4-1978)
Trees shall be planted or existing within each mobile home park, especially along the perimeter of the park, in the manner, type, size and location required by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Along access streets, longitudinal spacing shall not exceed 100 feet.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.11, 4-4-1978)
Every mobile home park of more than 24 units shall provide sanitary facilities for emergency use in a service building or office building. These facilities shall consist of at least one flush type toilet and one lavatory.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.12, 4-4-1978)
(a)
An outdoor storage area surfaced with gravel, asphalt, concrete or similar substance for boat trailers, camping units and horse trailers shall be provided for within the mobile home park in an amount equal to 50 square feet per mobile home space.
(b)
An outdoor storage area, either individual or common, for the personal use of mobile home occupants shall be provided in an amount equal to 50 square feet per mobile home space. Space beneath the mobile home shall not fulfill this requirement.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.13, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The storage, collection and disposal of refuse in a mobile home park shall be so conducted as to control odors, rodents, insects, accidents, fire hazards, air pollution or other nuisance conditions.
(b)
Durable, washable and non-absorbent metal or plastic containers with tight-fitting lids shall be provided at each mobile home lot or at a central storage area conveniently located not more than 200 feet from any mobile home lot. Refuse containers shall be provided at the rate of at least one 30-gallon (four cubic feet) container for each mobile home lot or an equivalent storage capacity in centralized storage facilities.
(c)
The number of containers used and the frequency of collection shall be sufficient to prevent overfilled containers. Refuse shall be routinely collected and removed from the premises not less than once weekly. Refuse shall be disposed of at a lawful disposal site in accordance with requirements of the Colorado Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.14, 4-4-1978)
Rodents and insects shall be controlled by approved sanitary practices, vermin-proofing of buildings, extermination and other control methods.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.15, 4-4-1978)
Every mobile home park of more than 24 units shall provide laundry facilities, including automatic or semiautomatic washing machines and dryers. The service building accommodating these laundry facilities shall be a permanent structure complying with all applicable provisions and statutes regulating buildings, electrical installations and plumbing installations inside the City.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.16, 4-4-1978)
(a)
All mobile homes, service buildings and other facilities shall be provided at all times with an adequate supply of water and shall be served by a water system designed, constructed and protected in accordance with current Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment standards and other applicable state and local laws and regulations.
(b)
Connections shall be made to the City public water supply and be available to every lot within the park.
(c)
The water distribution system shall be so designed and maintained as to provide a pressure of not less than 20 pounds per square inch under all normal operating conditions at each mobile home stand. In addition, the system must be capable of furnishing a minimum of 1,000 gallons per day per mobile home space. The number of mobile home spaces to be occupied in a mobile home park shall be limited to the quantity of water available to supply each mobile home space with the minimum requirements.
(d)
The water distribution system shall be so constructed that no more than 25 mobile home lots will be without water as a result of water service line breakages or repairs within the park. When the water supply is subject to service interruption, the occupants shall be notified in advance of such interruptions if possible. When the cause of the water service interruption occurs within the park and the interruption exceeds a period of 12 hours, standby or auxiliary equipment shall be used to provide temporary emergency water supply for the occupants.
(e)
Water service lines, including valves, riser pipes and connections, shall be installed in compliance with the International Plumbing Code as adopted by the City Council. Every mobile home lot shall be provided with an individual water service pipe, individual water meter and riser pipe in conformance with the International Plumbing Code as adopted by the City Council. The riser pipe shall extend at least four inches vertically aboveground unless it is shielded by a riser protector and casement extending above ground and fitted with a lid. The pipe shall be at least three-quarter inch in diameter. The riser shall terminate with two threaded valve outlets which provide connections for the mobile home water piping and for a garden hose. The mobile home water outlet shall be securely capped when a mobile home does not occupy the lot. A shutoff valve, located below the frost line, shall be provided on the water riser pipe on each mobile home lot.
(f)
An adequate supply of hot water shall be provided at all times in service buildings.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.17, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Mobile home parks shall be served by a public sewer system or by a private central collection and treatment system. The development of a private central collection and treatment system to serve the mobile home park shall be made only after plans and specifications for the central collection and treatment system have been approved by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Water Pollution Control Commission. All sewage disposal apparatus, including appurtenances thereto, shall be provided, maintained and operated as not to create a nuisance or health hazard.
(b)
Sewage collection lines shall be laid in trenches of sufficient depth to be free of breakage from traffic, ground movement or freezing.
(c)
Sewer lines shall be constructed of approved materials with adequate vents, water-tight joints and sufficient cleanouts. Sewers shall be a grade sufficient to ensure a mean velocity of two feet per second when flowing full. The system shall be designed for a minimum flow rate of at least 300 gallons per day per mobile home lot. Horizontal and vertical drainage lines connecting with other horizontal drainage lines shall enter through 45-degree "Y" branches or other combinations of equivalent sweep. Manholes or cleanouts shall be provided at the upper end of each main sewer line, and manholes shall be provided at intersections of two or more sewer lines at changes in grade or alignment more than 45 degrees at intervals of not more than 400 feet.
(d)
Each mobile home lot shall be provided with a sewer branch line and riser pipe at least four inches inside diameter. The branch line shall be installed with a uniform slope of at least one-quarter inch per linear foot and shall be properly trapped and vented when all fixtures in a mobile home are not trapped and vented. The branch line shall terminate at a riser pipe with at least four inches above ground elevation, or with the ground graded from the riser pipe rim. When necessary, the riser pipe shall be protected by a concrete collar four inches thick and 12 inches in diameter.
(e)
The sewer service connection shall be equipped with standard screw, ring or clamp-type fittings or adapters so that watertight and tamper-proof connections can be obtained at the mobile home drain outlet and sewer riser pipe. The connection shall be of approved semi-rigid, non-collapsible, corrosion-resistant pipe having a smooth interior surface and an inside diameter of not less than three inches.
(f)
The sewer service connection shall be installed and maintained with a uniform grade of not less than one-quarter inch per foot and shall be no longer than necessary to connect the mobile home drain and sewer riser pipe. When a mobile home does not occupy the mobile home stand, the sewer riser pipe shall be capped with a watertight cap or plug.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.18, 4-4-1978)
An electrical outlet supplying at least 110 volts or 110/220 volts shall be provided for each mobile home space. The installation shall comply with all state and local electrical regulations.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.19, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The owner of the mobile home park shall be responsible for the supervision, operation and maintenance of the mobile home park. The owner or his or her designee shall be available or on call at all times in the event of an emergency. A copy of these regulations shall be kept available by the park manager in the mobile home park area at all times for use as guidelines by the park occupants and the park manager.
(b)
The owner or licensee shall be responsible for ensuring that each mobile home within his or her mobile home park complies with the provisions of these regulations. The licensee shall ensure that individual mobile homes have skirting in place within 30 days of occupancy.
(c)
It shall be the duty of each licensee to keep a register containing a record of all mobile home or camping unit owners and occupants located within the park. The register shall contain the following information:
(1)
The name and address of the owner of each mobile home;
(2)
The name and address of the occupant of each mobile home, if different from the owner;
(3)
The make, model, year and current license number of each mobile home;
(4)
The state, territory or country issuing such licenses; and
(5)
The date of arrival and of departure of each mobile home.
(d)
The mobile home park licensee shall keep the register available for inspection at all times by law enforcement officers, public health officials and other officials whose duties necessitate acquisition of the information contained in the register. The register record for each occupant registered shall not be destroyed for a period of one year following the date of departure of the registrant from the mobile home park.
(Ord. No. 704, § 3.20, 4-4-1978)
Campgrounds are intended to provide temporary accommodations, not to exceed 30 days, for vehicles designed specifically for recreational and vacation purposes. Existing zoning and health regulations must be considered prior to selection of the site for a campground. Sites providing shade trees are advantageous. The campground shall be on a well-drained site and shall be located so that its drainage will not cause any adverse effect on surrounding areas. Existing streams and creeks shall be preserved. Campgrounds shall not be subject to chronic flooding, fire or safety hazards and shall not be exposed to chronic nuisances, such as noise, smoke or fumes. The topography shall be favorable to minimum grading and ease of maintenance.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.1, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The campground shall be drained, graded and surfaced where necessary to facilitate drainage and prevent earth movement, and shall be free from depressions in which water collects and stagnates.
(b)
The campground shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition at all times. Grasses, weeds and other such vegetation not considered part of the ornamental landscape shall not exceed 12 inches in height.
(c)
The site shall not be located in an area subject to periodic flooding; located in such a manner as to permit contamination of a private or public water supply; or located adjacent to swamps, marshes, railroads, stockyards, industrial sites or other such locations which would constitute a health or safety hazard.
(d)
Natural vegetation and ground cover shall be maintained or provided so as to facilitate drainage, reduce dust, prevent erosion and reduce fire hazards.
(e)
All areas shall be maintained to minimize insect, snake and small animal hazards and to prevent the growth of poison ivy, ragweed and other noxious or allergenic weeds.
(f)
All areas shall be kept free from accumulations of refuse and any health, fire or safety hazards.
(g)
Camping parties and users shall be limited to that number for which the physical facilities were designed.
(h)
Camping vehicles equipped with plumbing fixtures shall not be permitted in a campground unless connected to the water and sewer system, unless all wastes are contained in a sewage holding tank in a self-contained camping vehicle or unless the drain outlets from the camping vehicle are capped or are connected to a sealed container located outside the camping vehicle.
(i)
Camping vehicles not equipped with plumbing fixtures shall not be permitted in a campground unless effective means are provided to collect and contain dishwashing, bathing or other liquid waste material and to properly dispose of these wastes by approved means.
(j)
It shall be unlawful to allow any camping unit to occupy a campground in which there are no available spaces conforming to the provisions of this Article.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.2, 4-4-1978)
(a)
A campground site shall contain a minimum gross area of ten acres.
(b)
A campground shall have a density of not more than 25 units per acre, excluding roads, buildings and other common-use areas.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.3, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Each campground shall set aside along the perimeter of the park the following minimum setbacks:
(1)
Abutting a state-designated or federally designated highway or City-designated major arterial: 50 feet.
(2)
Abutting any public right-of-way, other than in Subsection (1) above, including alleys: 25 feet.
(3)
When the perimeter of the campground abuts a dissimilar zoning district: 25 feet, which shall include a vegetative or other appropriate screen of sufficient height and width to effectively buffer and ameliorate adverse visual and noise sources.
(4)
Abutting any exterior boundary other than in Subsection (1), (2) or (3) above: 15 feet.
(b)
All camping units, including awnings, other attachments or camping unit equipment, shall be parked so that there will be a minimum of 15 feet between units. Camping units parked end-to-end shall have an end-to-end clearance of not less than ten feet. The required area for each camping unit space shall not include additional area required for access roads, off-street parking, service buildings, recreational areas, office and similar campground needs.
(c)
All camping units shall not abut less than ten feet on any side to a service building, fence or other obstruction.
(d)
It is unlawful to park a camping unit so that any part of such camping unit will obstruct any roadway or walkway in a campground.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.4, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Each campsite shall provide at least 900 square feet of space.
(b)
Campsites shall be clearly marked and identified.
(c)
Each campsite, except walk-in campsites, shall front upon a conforming road, and each campsite not fronting directly upon a conforming road shall have a clear and unobstructed access of not less than ten feet in width to a conforming road.
(d)
Each camping space shall be so designed as to provide for safe and easy placement and removal of camping vehicles and camping equipment and shall be constructed to provide adequate support and to prevent ruts and low spots.
(e)
Each campsite shall accommodate only one camping party and the camping vehicle or camping unit equipment occupied by persons within the same party.
(f)
No permanent or semi-permanent structures, such as cabins, lean-tos, sheds or habitable buildings, shall be erected on a campsite except by the owner of the property and in accordance with applicable state or local building construction requirements.
(g)
Temporary structures, such as canvas awnings, screened enclosures or platforms, which are normal camping equipment, may be erected but must be removed when the camping vehicle is removed.
(h)
The density of picnic sites shall not exceed an average of 40 per acre, exclusive of service roads and service buildings, and each picnic site shall provide a minimum of 600 square feet of space.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.5, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Safe ingress and egress of pedestrian and vehicular traffic shall be provided, and pedestrians shall have the right-of-way. Roads and parking spaces shall be located and constructed for safe movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic and shall be graded to drain and surfaced where necessary to maintain proper drainage and to minimize dust.
(b)
The site shall have at least one direct access to a public street by a roadway which shall be at least 32 feet in width. Access roads shall be provided to each camping unit space. Interior roadways shall not be less than 20 feet in width if providing for one-way traffic, and 32 feet in width if providing for two-way traffic. Parallel parking lanes shall be at least ten feet in width. Roadways shall be surfaced with gravel, asphalt or concrete.
(c)
Roads shall be kept clear of obstructions, and there shall be at least two means of access to the entrance. Dead end streets are not permitted unless a 50-foot turnaround, "Y" or "T" is provided. Roads and parking areas shall have a minimum of 13 feet of overhead clearance and three feet of side clearance from trees, brush or other obstructions.
(d)
With the exception of primitive and semi-primitive campground areas, parking space shall be provided for automobiles, camping or recreational vehicles, boats, trailers and other appurtenant equipment at the rate of at least one space for each campsite.
(e)
In recreational areas accessible to motor vehicles, all vehicular traffic shall be restricted to roadways and parking areas. Parking space shall be provided for the estimated maximum number of users at the rate of one space for four persons and shall not exceed 100 car spaces per acre.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.6, 4-4-1978)
Pedestrian walks shall be provided along campground roads and from campground roads to service facilities where the lack of such walks would constitute a safety hazard. Walkways shall be provided in common use service areas.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.7, 4-4-1978)
Roadways and walkways within the campground shall be well-illuminated during hours of darkness to permit safe movement of individuals and vehicles.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.8, 4-4-1978)
Every campground shall be equipped at all times with fire extinguishing equipment in good working order of such type, size and number and so located within the campground as prescribed by the local fire prevention authority or to satisfy reasonable fire regulations.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.9, 4-4-1978)
Reservation or dedication of land in campgrounds for public sites, open space and recreational use shall be at the option of the Planning and Zoning Commission, with approval of the City Council.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.10, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Service buildings shall be constructed of easily cleanable, nonabsorbent materials, maintained in good repair and in a clean and sanitary condition. Service buildings shall be conveniently located at a distance of not less than ten feet or more than 400 feet from any dependent camping vehicle lot or persons served in a recreational area.
(b)
Separate rooms containing required plumbing fixtures shall be provided for each sex and clearly marked "Men" and "Women." If located in the same building, they shall be separated by a solid, sound-resistant wall extending from floor to ceiling. The entrances shall be designed so that the plumbing fixtures are not visible from the outside. A landing shall be provided beyond each exterior door opening and shall have a width and length not less than the door opening.
(c)
The floors of service buildings shall have a smooth, impermeable and easily cleaned surface, sloped to drain. Floor drains, properly trapped, shall be provided in all shower baths and shower rooms to remove wastewater and to facilitate cleaning. The walls and ceilings of such buildings shall be finished, and the walls shall have a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable surface extending to a height of four feet in toilet rooms and six feet in shower rooms.
(d)
Every service building shall have a minimum ceiling height of 7½ feet. In rooms with sloping ceilings, the required ceiling height shall be provided in at least 50 percent of the room, and no portion of any room having a ceiling height of less than five feet shall be considered as contributing to the minimum required areas.
(e)
Every service building shall have at least one window with a direct and unobstructed opening to the outside for natural light and ventilation, unless other approved means of light and ventilation to outside air is provided.
(f)
When necessary for the exclusion of flies, mosquitoes and other insects, all exterior openings of service buildings shall be protected with fly screening of not less than 16 mesh per square inch, unless other approved protective devices are provided.
(g)
Every service building shall be provided with at least one ceiling-type light fixture, at least one separate double convenience outlet adjacent to the lavatories and a light fixture at the outside entrance of the service building. All lights shall have wall switches; no pull cords shall be allowed. Illumination levels of at least 30 foot-candles shall be maintained at lavatory mirrors and in the laundry room work area and at least five foot-candles for general seeing tasks and at the service building area.
(h)
Where climatic conditions require artificial heating, facilities shall be properly installed, maintained in a safe working condition and capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68 degrees.
(i)
Toilets and showers shall be separately installed to be individually accessible and to permit simultaneous use.
(1)
Each toilet shall be individually partitioned with a door to ensure privacy. The compartment shall be at least 30 inches in width with at least 24 inches of clear space in front of the toilet. The dividing partitions shall be at least five feet in height with not less than six inches and not more than 12 inches separating the partition bottom and the floor. Toilets shall be provided with open front seats.
(2)
Each shower shall be individually partitioned with a curtain, screen or door to afford privacy.
(3)
Shower stalls shall not be less than 30 inches by 30 inches in area and shall be constructed to prevent water flow into the dressing room space.
(4)
Shower floors shall be skid-resistant or provided with disposable or non-slip impervious mats. Wooden racks (duck boards) over shower floors are prohibited. Where impervious mats are used, they must be cleaned, dried and kept off the shower floor when not in use.
(j)
Dressing room space, screened from view and equivalent to the size of the shower floor area, shall be provided adjacent to bathing facilities and shall be equipped with a bench and clothes hook.
(k)
Hot and cold water under pressure shall be supplied to all required plumbing fixtures, except that cold water only shall be supplied to toilets. Tempered water may be delivered to showers and sinks to conserve heated water and heating equipment. The system shall be designed to prevent discharge of water in excess of 120 degrees at shower heads. Hot water heating facilities shall have the capacity to provide a minimum of three gallons of hot water (100 degrees rise) per hour per each campsite during times of peak demand.
(l)
Required plumbing fixtures shall be maintained in good working order and in a clean and sanitary condition. Every service room containing sanitary fixtures shall be provided with a wastebasket.
(m)
Toilets shall be provided with a toilet paper holder or dispenser, supply of toilet paper and a covered receptacle, and lavatory areas shall be provided with cloths hooks, shelves and a trash receptacle. Service building construction shall conform to applicable provisions or locally adopted building codes and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment approved regulations for making buildings and facilities accessible to and usable by the physically handicapped.
(n)
Required toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities shall be provided in the following minimum numbers:
(1)
In every campground, there shall be at least one toilet for each sex. No outdoor privies will be permitted.
(2)
A water supply shall be provided by a hand pump or water spigot.
(3)
Where a campground is designed and operated for exclusive use by independent or self-contained camping vehicles only, at least one toilet and one lavatory shall be provided for each sex at the rate of one for every 100 campsites or fractional part thereof.
(4)
Where a campground accepts or accommodates dependent camping vehicles and camping equipment campers, at least one toilet and one lavatory shall be provided for each sex at the rate of one each for every 15 campsites or fractional part thereof, and one shower shall be provided for each sex for every 30 campsites or fractional part thereof. Lavatories shall be provided at each building containing toilet facilities.
(5)
Toilets and lavatories shall be provided for each sex at the rate of one for every 30 picnic spaces, and one for each 100 persons in a recreational area having concentrated numbers of people.
(o)
Urinals may be substituted for up to one-third of the required number of toilets. Men's toilet rooms hereafter constructed shall include urinals where more than two toilets are required. Trough urinals measuring 24 inches shall be considered the equivalent of one urinal.
(p)
A wash sink measuring 24 inches shall be considered the equivalent of one lavatory. Laundry tubs and service sinks will not be acceptable substitutes for lavatories.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.11, 4-4-1978)
(a)
An accessible, adequate, safe and potable supply of water under pressure shall be provided in every campground. The number of camping unit spaces to be occupied in a campground shall be limited to the quantity of water available to supply each camping unit space with the minimum requirements. Where a public supply of water of such quality is available, connection shall be made thereto and its supply shall be used exclusively. The development of an independent water supply to serve the campground shall be made only after plans and specifications for the water system have been approved by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. All plumbing in the campground shall comply with state and local plumbing laws and regulations.
(b)
The water supply shall not be connected to any nonpotable water supply or be subject to any backflow.
(c)
No surface or stored water supply shall be used unless treated by a minimum of filtration and disinfection or under conditions approved by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. When approved for use, transported water shall be obtained from an acceptable source, stored and dispensed in an approved manner and contain a free chlorine residual of at least 0.2 ppm at all points in the water system.
(d)
Wells equipped with a hand-pump shall be of the enclosed self-priming or sealed interior-type pump with a closed downward direct spout. The well casing shall be protected by extending the casing at least one inch above the face of the pump flange and a concrete apron graded to drain wastewater away from the well. Open pitcher pumps are not permitted.
(e)
Where water is distributed under pressure, the water supply system shall deliver water at a minimum pressure of at least 20 pounds per square inch and a minimum flow of at least one gallon per minute at all outlets.
(f)
The water supply shall deliver the following minimum volumes:
(1)
One hundred gallons per day per campsite with individual water connections and where flush toilets are used in the service building.
(2)
Seventy-five gallons per day per campsite where faucets are provided in common and centralized flush toilets in a service building are used.
(3)
Fifty gallons per day per campsite where faucets are provided in common and centralized flush toilets are not in use.
(4)
Twenty-five gallons per day per picnic site or five gallons per person per day in a recreational area with common faucets and flush toilets.
(5)
Three gallons of water per person per day in a picnic or recreational area with common faucets.
(g)
Water service lines, riser pipes and valves shall be installed and protected from damage by freezing, ground movement, vehicles or other damage sources. Shutoff valves and drain valves, installed for draining the system, and water service distribution lines shall be so arranged that water will be available to those campsites occupied during low-temperature winter periods. Underground stop and waste valves are not permitted and shall not be installed on any water service.
(h)
Where water connections are provided at each campsite, the riser pipe shall be at least one-half-inch size and shall extend at least four inches vertically above the ground elevation. It shall be equipped with a one-half-inch valve outlet with a threaded male spigot for attaching a standard garden hose.
(i)
Where individual water connections are not provided, common-use water faucets shall be conveniently accessible and located not more than 150 feet from any campsite.
(j)
Drinking fountains, if provided, shall be approved angle-jet types with adequate water pressures.
(k)
Spillage, overflow, drainage or waste water from faucets and drinking fountains shall be discharged to approved drains to prevent impoundment of water, creation of mud holes or other nuisance conditions.
(l)
A water station for filling camping vehicle water storage tanks shall be provided at a rate of one station for every 100 campsites. These shall be conveniently located adjacent to but not less than 50 feet from a sanitary station. The station shall be posted with signs of durable material not less than two feet by two feet which state:
"POTABLE WATER -
DO NOT USE TO FLUSH CAMPING
VEHICLE WASTE TANKS."
Such water stations shall consist of at least a three-quarter-inch pipe and valve outlet and shall be protected against the hazards of backflow by an approved vacuum breaker located downstream from the shutoff valve. The fill hose shall be suspended so that no part of the hose and its appurtenances will come into contact with the ground. Use of other water outlets for this purpose is prohibited. A sign shall be posted at the entrance indicating the provision of a sanitary station and water station.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.12, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Facilities shall be provided and properly maintained for the collection and disposal or treatment and disposal of sewage.
(b)
Where a public sewer system is available, all plumbing fixtures, building sewers and campground sewers shall be connected thereto. If a public sewer system is not available, a private sewage collection and disposal facility meeting the requirements of the Colorado Water Quality Control Commission, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and other applicable local government sewage disposal agencies shall be installed and all building sewers and campground sewers shall be connected thereto.
(c)
Solid and liquid wastes shall not be discharged or otherwise disposed of on the surface of the ground or into any well, cave, ditch or stream.
(d)
Sewage collection lines shall be laid in trenches of sufficient depth to be free of breakage from traffic, ground movement, agricultural activity or other sources of damage and shall be separated from the water supply system by a horizontal distance of ten feet and a vertical elevation of two feet below water lines at crossing points unless pressure sewers are used.
(e)
The sewer lines shall be constructed of approved materials with adequate vents, watertight joints and sufficient cleanouts. All sewer lines shall have a minimum diameter of six inches, except that a sewer lateral which serves no more than 25 individual sewer connections for individual camping vehicle lots or no more than five toilet connections may be four inches in diameter.
(f)
Sewers shall be installed at a grade of at least one-eighth inch per foot to ensure a velocity of two feet per second when flowing full. Horizontal drainage lines connecting with other horizontal drainage lines shall enter through 45-degree "Y" branches or other combinations of equivalent sweep.
(g)
Cleanouts or manholes shall be provided at the upper end of each main sewer line, at intersections of two or more sewer lines, at changes in grade or alignment of more than 45 degrees and at intervals of not more than 400 feet.
(h)
Individual sewer connections shall meet the following requirements: A four-inch inside diameter sewer lateral and riser pipe with the surrounding ground graded into drain from the rim of riser pipe. The sewer lateral shall be properly trapped and vented if camping vehicles without individually trapped and vented plumbing fixtures are accommodated.
(i)
Dependent camping vehicles with a drain hose less than three inches in diameter shall be connected with reducers and screw-type or clamp-type fittings.
(j)
Drain outlets from independent camping vehicles shall be capped or connected with a durable, readily cleanable, nonabsorbent and corrosion-resistant drain hose having an inside diameter of not less than three inches. The sewer service connection shall be installed and maintained with a grade of not less than one-quarter inch per foot.
(k)
When the campsite is not occupied, the sewer riser pipe shall be adequately covered.
(l)
A flushing sink or other means of disposal shall be provided for disposal of liquid wastes from dependent camping vehicles unless a sanitary waste station is provided and is conveniently located. The flushing sink shall be easily accessible and located at a distance of not more than 300 feet from any campsite. The sink shall not be located in a room containing toilet, lavatory or bathing facilities, and toilets shall not be used for disposal of such liquid wastes.
(m)
Common-use faucets or hydrants and lavatories in service buildings shall not be used for cleaning fish and food or washing dishes, utensils, clothing or other articles of household use.
(n)
A sanitary waste station shall be provided for each 100 campsites or part thereof not equipped with individual sewer connections. Unless other approved means are used, the sanitary station shall be designed and constructed to include the following:
(1)
Easy ingress and egress from the service road for camping vehicles.
(2)
Not less than 50 feet from a campsite.
(3)
Connection to the sewer system by a trapped four-inch sewer riser pipe and vented not more than ten feet downstream from the trap by a four-inch vent adequately supported and extending at least eight feet above the ground surface.
(4)
A sewage inlet surrounded by a curbed concrete apron or trough of at least three feet by three feet, sloped to the inlet and provided with a suitable hinged cover milled to fit tight.
(5)
A means of flushing the immediate area and camping vehicle holding tanks shall be provided at each sanitary waste station. It shall consist of a properly supported water riser pipe terminating two feet above the ground with a three-quarter-inch valved outlet and attached hose. The water outlet shall be protected against back siphonage and backflow by an approved vacuum breaker installation located downstream from the shutoff valve.
(6)
A sign, constructed of durable material and not less than two feet square, posted adjacent to the water flushing outlet and inscribed with the warning:
"DANGER - UNSAFE WATER
Use This Hose for Flushing Purposes ONLY."
(o)
All plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the latest edition of the Colorado Technical Plumbing Code.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.13, 4-4-1978)
Insects and domestic rodents shall be controlled by elimination of breeding and harborage sources, proper sanitary practices, extermination, vermin-proofing of buildings and other approved control methods.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.14, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The storage, collection and disposal of refuse shall be performed so as to minimize accidents, fire hazards, air pollution, odors, insects, rodents or other nuisance conditions.
(b)
Durable, watertight, easily cleanable refuse containers, sufficient to contain all the refuse, shall be provided at each service building and sanitary waste station or at a central storage area readily accessible and located not more than 300 feet from any camp or picnic site unless provided at the campsite. Refuse containers shall be provided at the rate of eight cubic feet (60 gallons) for every five campsites or the equivalent thereof if containers are provided at individual sites.
(c)
Unless refuse is collected daily, the containers shall be covered with close-fitting, fly-proof covers.
(d)
Refuse shall be collected and removed from the premises as often as necessary, but not less than once weekly during the campground occupancy, and disposed of at a lawful disposal site.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.15, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Fires.
(1)
Fires will be permitted only in facilities which have been provided for such purposes. No open fires will be allowed.
(2)
Fireplaces, fire pits, charcoal braziers, wood-burning stoves or other cooking facilities shall be located, constructed, maintained and used to minimize fire hazard and smoke nuisance in the campground and the neighboring properties.
(3)
No fire shall be abandoned, left unattended or allowed to become a hazard to trees, vegetation, camping equipment or adjacent neighboring campsites.
(4)
Fires shall be completely extinguished before the campsite is vacated.
(5)
No fuel shall be used and no material burned which emits dense smoke or objectionable odors.
(6)
Flammable liquids shall be stored in metal containers approved by the Underwriters Laboratory, Inc.
(b)
Tables. Tables shall be of durable, non-tip construction and finished with a smooth, readily cleanable, weather-resistant material.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.16, 4-4-1978)
All electrical wiring, equipment and appurtenances shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.17, 4-4-1978)
(a)
Liquid petroleum gas, fuel oil, gasoline and other flammable liquids shall be handled and used in a safe manner and shall not be stored inside or beneath any camping vehicle or within five feet of the door of a camping vehicle.
(b)
The grounds, buildings and related facilities shall be constructed, maintained and used in accordance with applicable local and state fire prevention regulations.
(c)
Play equipment, when provided for children, shall be designed for safety, maintained in good repair and located in areas free from hazards.
(d)
Stables and corrals shall be located on a well-drained site and located at least 50 feet from any campsite or food preparation area. Horses and large animals shall be kept in a manner to prevent hazards to inquisitive children, air or water pollution or nuisance conditions.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.18, 4-4-1978)
(a)
The owner of a campground shall be responsible for the supervision, operation and maintenance of the campground. The owner or his or her designee shall be available or on call at all times in the event of an emergency. A copy of these regulations shall be kept available by the manager in the campground area at all times for use as guidelines by the occupants and the manager.
(b)
The owner or operator shall maintain the grounds and common-use sanitary facilities, equipment and utilities in a clean, safe and sanitary condition and shall ensure that refuse is collected as often as necessary to prevent nuisance conditions.
(c)
The owner or licensee shall be responsible for ensuring that each camper within the campground complies with the provisions of these regulations.
(d)
It shall be the duty of each licensee to keep a register containing a record of all mobile home or camping unit owners and occupants located within the park or campground. The register shall contain the following information:
(1)
The name and address of the owner of each camping unit and motor vehicle by which it is towed;
(2)
The make, model, year and license number of each camping unit and motor vehicle;
(3)
The state, territory or country issuing such licenses; and
(4)
The date of arrival and of departure of each camping unit.
The licensee shall keep the register available for inspection at all times by law enforcement officers, public health officials and other officials whose duties necessitate acquisition of the information contained in the register. The register record for each occupant registered shall not be destroyed for a period of one year following the date of departure of the registrant from the campground.
(e)
No camping unit shall be allowed to occupy space within a campground for a period exceeding 30 days.
(Ord. No. 704, § 5.19, 4-4-1978)
For purposes of this Division, the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them herein:
Dependent trailer coach means a trailer coach which does not have a flush toilet, bath or shower and sink.
Independent trailer coach means a trailer coach which has a flush toilet, bath or shower and sink, and is designed so as to permit occupancy for dwelling or sleeping purposes.
Natural or artificial barrier means any river, pond, canal, railroad levee embankment, fence or hedge.
Park means any plot of ground upon which two or more trailer coaches, occupied for dwelling or sleeping purposes are located, regardless of whether or not a charge is made for the accommodation.
Recreational vehicle (RV) means any trailer coach as defined in this Section.
Trailer coach means any vehicle or similar portable structure having no foundation other than wheels, jacks or skirting and so designed or constructed as to permit occupancy for dwelling or sleeping purposes.
Trailer coach space means a plot of ground within a recreational vehicle park designed for the accommodation of one trailer coach, which plot shall consist of a minimum of 1,000 square feet.
(Ord. No. 609, § I, 11-2-1971)
Every recreational vehicle park shall conform to the following requirements:
(1)
The park shall be located on a well-drained site, properly graded to ensure rapid drainage and freedom from stagnant pools of water.
(2)
Recreational vehicle spaces shall be clearly defined and shall be at least 25 feet wide, with a minimum of 1,000 square feet for each space.
(3)
Recreational vehicles shall be parked so that there is at least a 15-foot clearance between recreational vehicles; provided, however, that recreational vehicles parked end-to-end may have an end-to-end clearance of less than 15 feet, but such clearance shall not be less than ten feet. No recreational vehicle shall be located closer than ten feet from any building within the park or from any property line bounding the park.
(4)
All recreational vehicle spaces shall abut upon a driveway of not less than 25 feet in width and shall have unobstructed access to a public street, alley or highway. All driveways shall be gravel or hard surfaces, well-marked in the daytime and lighted at nights with 25-watt lamps, approximately 15 feet in height and located at intervals of 100 feet.
(5)
Walkways not less than two feet wide shall be provided from the recreational vehicle spaces to all service buildings. The walkways shall be gravel or hard surfaces, well-marked in the daytime and lighted at night with 25-watt lamps, approximately 15 feet in height and located at intervals of 100 feet.
(6)
An electrical outlet supplying at least 110 volts shall be provided for each recreational vehicle space.
(7)
Each park shall provide a service building to house toilet facilities as described in Section 16-11-140 of this Division; provided, however, that such building shall not be required for a recreational vehicle park serving only independent trailer coaches; provided further that, when service buildings are provided, all provisions of this Article relating to service buildings shall be applicable. Any license issued to a recreational vehicle park serving only independent trailer coaches shall bear the following notation:
"Limited to independent trailer coaches."
(8)
It is unlawful for any person operating a recreational vehicle park under such license to permit a dependent trailer coach to occupy any portion of such recreational vehicle park.
(9)
All improvements within the recreational vehicle park will be at the expense of the applicant.
(Ord. No. 609, § VI, 11-2-1971)
An adequate supply of pure water for drinking and domestic purposes shall be supplied to meet the requirements of the park. All water connections shall be made to the public water supply of the City, and such supply shall be used exclusively. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a cold water tap at least four inches above the ground. Such outlet shall be provided with individual valves below frost depth and shall be protected from freezing by proper insulation. An adequate supply of hot water shall be provided at all times in the service buildings for bathing, washing and cleaning and laundry facilities.
(Ord. No. 609, § VII, 11-2-1971)
Each recreational vehicle park shall be provided with toilets, baths or showers, slop sinks and other sanitation facilities which shall conform to the following requirements.
(1)
The toilet and other sanitation facilities for males and females shall be either in a separate building or separated in the same building by a wall.
(2)
Toilet facilities for males shall consist of not less than one flush toilet for every ten dependent trailer coaches, and one shower or bathtub with individual dressing accommodations for every ten dependent trailer coaches.
(3)
Toilet facilities for families shall consist of not less than one flush toilet for every ten dependent trailer coaches, one shower or bathtub with individual dressing accommodations for every ten dependent trailer coaches and one lavatory for every ten dependent trailer coaches.
(4)
Anything in Subsections (2) and (3) above to the contrary notwithstanding, each recreational vehicle park shall provide for each sex not less than one flush toilet, one shower or bathtub with individual dressing accommodations and one lavatory; and, in addition thereto, provide all sanitary facilities required by this Code or state the laws.
(5)
Each toilet and each shower or bathtub with individual dressing accommodations for which provision is made in Subsections (2), (3) and (4) above shall be in a private compartment.
(6)
Service buildings housing toilet facilities shall be permanent structures complying with all applicable ordinances and statutes regulating buildings, electrical installations, plumbing and sanitations systems and shall be located not closer than ten feet or further than 200 feet from any recreational vehicle space.
(7)
The service building shall be well-lighted at all times of the day and night, shall be well-ventilated with screened openings, shall be constructed of such moisture-proof material, including painted woodwork, shall permit repeated cleaning and washing and shall be maintained at a temperature of at least 68 degrees Fahrenheit during the period from October 1 to May 1. The floors of the service building shall be of water-impervious material.
(8)
All service buildings and the grounds of the park shall be maintained in a clean, sightly condition and kept free of any condition that will menace the health of any occupant or the public or would constitute a nuisance.
(Ord. No. 609, § VIII, 11-2-1971)
Laundry facilities shall be provided in the ratio of one double laundry tub and one automatic or semi-automatic-type washing machine for every 20 recreational vehicle spaces or fraction thereof. An electrical outlet shall be provided supplying currents sufficient to operate each washing machine. Drying spaces shall be provided sufficient to accommodate the laundry of the recreational vehicle occupants. The service building housing the laundry facilities shall be a permanent structure complying with this Code and statutes regulating buildings, electrical installations and plumbing and sanitation systems.
(Ord. No. 609, § IX, 11-2-1971)
Waste from showers, bathtubs, flush toilets, lavatories, slop sinks, laundries in service and other buildings within the park shall be discharged into an approved private sewer system and into a public sewer system when available. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a trap sewer at least four inches in diameter, which shall be connected to receive the waste from the shower, bathtub, flush toilet, lavatory and kitchen sink of the recreational vehicle harbored in such space and having any or all of such facilities. The trap sewer in each space shall be connected to discharge the recreational vehicle waste into an approved private sewer system when available. At the highest point of any sewer connection serving two or more recreational vehicle spaces, a vent shall be provided from the connection pipe, the top of which shall be not less than 12 feet above the ground.
(Ord. No. 609, § X, 11-2-1971)
One tightly covered 32-gallon capacity metal garbage can shall be provided for each two recreational vehicle spaces. Racks or holders shall be provided for all garbage cans. Such container racks or holders shall be so designed as to prevent the container from being tipped to minimize spillage and container deterioration, and to facilitate cleaning around them. Garbage cans shall be located not further than 200 feet from any recreational vehicle space. The cans and their racks or holders shall be kept in a sanitary condition at all times.
(Ord. No. 609, § XI, 11-2-1971)
Every park shall be equipped at all times with fire extinguishers in good working order for every four recreational vehicle spaces, located not further than 50 feet from each recreational vehicle space. No open fire shall be permitted in any place which would endanger life or property. No fire shall be left unattended at any time. The provisions of Section 16-10-290 of this Chapter shall apply to all recreational vehicles within the park.
(Ord. No. 609, § XII, 11-2-1971)
No owner or person in charge of any dog, cat or other pet animal shall permit it to run at large or commit any nuisance within the limits of any recreational vehicle park.
(Ord. No. 609, § XIII, 11-2-1971)
(a)
It shall be the duty of the licensee to keep a register containing a record of all recreational vehicle owners and occupants located within the park. The register shall contain the following information:
(1)
The name and address of each occupant.
(2)
The make, model and year of all automobiles and recreational vehicles.
(3)
The license number and owner of each recreational vehicle and each automobile by which it is towed.
(4)
The date of arrival and departure of each recreational vehicle.
(5)
Whether or not each recreational vehicle is an independent or dependent trailer coach.
(b)
The park shall keep the register available at all times for inspection by law enforcement officers, public health officials and other officials whose duties necessitate the acquisition of the information contained in the register. A register record shall not be destroyed for a period of three years following the date of registration.
(Ord. No. 609, § XIV, 11-2-1971)
A responsible attendant, caretaker, owner or operator shall be in charge at all times to keep the recreational vehicle park, its facilities and equipment in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition, and he or she shall be answerable, with the licensee, for any violation of the provisions of this Division. Such attendant, caretaker, owner or operator shall be available at any reasonable time to assist law enforcement officers in conducting an inspection of the park.
(Ord. No. 609, § XV, 11-2-1971)
(a)
No permanent additions of any kind shall be built onto or become a part of any recreational vehicle. Skirting of recreational vehicles is permissible, but such skirting shall not attach the recreational vehicles permanently to the ground, provide a harboring for rodents or create a fire hazard.
(b)
The wheels of the recreational vehicle shall not be removed except temporarily when necessary for repairs. Jacks or stabilizers may be placed under the frame of the recreational vehicle to prevent movement on the springs while the recreational vehicle is parked and occupied.
(Ord. No. 609, § XVII, 11-2-1971)
In addition to the requirements set forth in these regulations, all recreational vehicle courts and facilities shall be constructed and operated in compliance with all existing state and local statutes, ordinances, codes and regulations.
(Ord. No. 609, § XVIII, 11-2-1971)