A.   Definition: R recreation zones shall consist of areas devoted to outdoor public recreation owned by governmental, private or other nonprofit institutions.

   B.   Uses: All uses in R recreation zones are by special use permit.

   C.   Special Uses: The commission may, after notice and public hearing, recommend to the board, and the board may permit, the following uses. The board shall have the authority to impose such conditions and safeguards as it deems necessary to protect the best interests of the surrounding property or neighborhood from damage, hazard, nuisance or other detriment:

Public parks, playgrounds, greenbelts and other public recreation areas owned by and operated by governmental, private or other nonprofit institutions. (Ord. 51, 9-2-2003)