West Caln Township City Zoning Code
ARTICLE IX
MP - Multi-Purpose District
§ 350-900 Purpose and process.
A.
In addition to the general goals listed in the Statement of Purpose, and the Community Development Objectives of Article I, the purpose of this district is:
(1)
To provide for multiple higher intensity land uses with a focus on industrial development that are, in keeping with the rural character of the Township, located in a concentrated area to allow more efficient delivery of services and goods, and use of infrastructure, and adjacent to like uses in the neighboring Township.
(2)
To allow for industrial and commercial uses that will contribute to the economic and employment base of the Township.
(3)
To provide opportunities for higher intensity uses that will have minimal impact on land, water, and air resources, by way of emissions, traffic, parking, or other potential impacts.
B.
Process. The Township strongly encourages applicants to meet with the Planning Commission to discuss these development options in the form of an informal sketch plan prior to the official submission of an application. Sketch plans, as specified in Chapter 300, Subdivision and Land Development, of the Code of the Township of West Caln, are useful tools to identify and correct potential compliance with Township ordinances issues before the expenditure of significant time and expense, and can help to expedite the review and approval of the preliminary and/or final plan submissions.
§ 350-901 Use regulations.
Uses shall be permitted as follows, provided that any use or activity shall not be noxious or offensive by reason of odor, dust, fumes, smoke, gas, vibration, noise, emissions, or radiation, or constitute a public hazard by reason of fire, explosion, or otherwise. Prior to approval of any of these uses, the applicant shall provide proof to the Township Engineer that all state and federal regulations have been met prior to construction and obtainment of a building permit.
A.
Uses by-right. A building or other structure may be erected or used, and a lot may be used or occupied for any one of the following purposes and no other, in accordance with the requirements of this article and other applicable provisions:
B.
Special exception uses. A building or other structure may be erected or used, and a lot may be used or occupied when authorized as a special exception by the Zoning Hearing Board for any one of the following uses and in accordance with the requirements of this article and other applicable provisions:
[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]
C.
Conditional uses. A building or other structure may be erected or used, and a lot may be used or occupied when granted conditional use by the Board of Supervisors for any one of the following uses and in accordance with the requirements of this article and other applicable provisions:
[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]
(1)
Production, manufacturing, and processing operations of materials, goods, foods and products.
(2)
Public service facility.
(3)
Trucking terminal.
(4)
Auto body shop.
(5)
Yard for storage, sale or distribution of lumber of building materials.
(8)
Crematorium or mortuary.
(9)
Laboratory for scientific research, testing, and development.
(10)
Intensive agricultural use as per § 350-1103, including dwelling of the owner/operator of the farm, when an accessory use to the agricultural use.
(11)
Commercial agricultural-support business, including facilities for the commercial processing and warehousing or agricultural products, commercial slaughtering or rendering operations, and facilities for the warehousing, sales, and service of agricultural equipment or supplies, as per § 350-1103.
(13)
Wholesaling, warehousing and distribution.
(14)
Light manufacturing involving assembly, fabrication, compounding or finishing of products from previously manufactured or processed materials.
(15)
Printing, publishing, or photocopying facility.
(16)
Packaging or cleaning operation, including dry cleaning plant.
(18)
Municipal use.
(23)
Craftsman, trade, repair, contractor shop or office, such as carpentry, plumbing, welding, electrical, or machine shop.
(32)
Any other use of a similar character of those permitted in this district.
§ 350-902 Area and bulk regulations.
A.
The following regulations shall apply to all uses permitted in this district, except for specific standards for uses as otherwise indicated in Article XI, shopping centers, and multifamily dwellings:
(1)
Minimum lot area: one acre.
(2)
Minimum lot width at building line: 150 feet.
(3)
Minimum lot width at street line: 125 feet.
(4)
Front yard setback: 50 feet; 75 feet when abutting or across from nonindustrial uses or districts.
(5)
Minimum side yard setback: 30 feet; 75 feet when abutting or across from nonindustrial uses or districts.
(6)
Minimum rear yard setback: 50 feet; 75 feet when abutting or across from nonindustrial uses or districts.
(7)
Maximum building coverage: 45%.
(8)
Maximum lot coverage: 55%.
(9)
Maximum building height: 35 feet.
B.
Shopping center.
(1)
Minimum lot area: three acres.
(2)
Minimum lot width at building line: 200 feet.
(3)
Minimum lot width at street line: 150 feet.
(4)
Front yard setback: 100 feet when abutting or across from residential uses or districts; 75 feet when abutting or across from nonresidential uses or districts.
(5)
Minimum side yard setback: 30 feet when abutting or across from residential uses or districts; 75 feet when abutting or across from nonresidential uses or districts.
(6)
Minimum rear yard setback: 50 feet when abutting or across from residential uses or districts; 75 feet when abutting or across from nonresidential uses or districts.
(7)
Maximum building coverage: 45%.
(8)
Maximum lot coverage: 55%.
(9)
Maximum building height: 35 feet.
C.
Multifamily dwelling development option.
(1)
Permitted uses. Multifamily use (apartments, quadraplexes, or townhouses).
(2)
Sewer and water facilities. Community or public sewer and water shall be used for this type of development.
(3)
Area and bulk regulations. The following area and bulk regulations apply to a multifamily dwelling development:
Multifamily Development Option | |
|---|---|
Area and Bulk Regulations | Option 1 |
Minimum gross tract size | 10 acres |
Maximum gross density (dwelling units(du) per gross acre) | 6 du/acre |
Minimum width at street line | 400 feet |
Minimum width at setback line | 400 feet |
Minimum front yard | 75 feet |
Minimum side yard | 60 feet |
Minimum rear yard | 75 feet |
Maximum building coverage | 35% |
Maximum lot coverage | 45% |
Maximum building height | 35 feet |
Minimum open space (% of gross tract) | 10% |
§ 350-903 General design standards.
The following design standards shall govern all uses, as applicable, in this zoning district: