SEC. 10-1.2735(a) – ACCESSORY COMMERCIAL UNITS
a. Accessory Commercial Units.
(1) The purpose of this Division is to allow the construction and operation of accessory commercial units (ACUs) that complement primary residential uses and ensure compatibility with surrounding properties.
b. Permitted Uses. An ACU shall include only one of the following commercial uses listed below:
(1) Barber or beauty shop.
(2) Nail salon.
(3) Pet grooming.
(4) Fitness studio.
(5) Retail.
(6) Take-out coffee/espresso shop.
(7) Neighborhood-serving grocery store.
c. Zoning Conformance Permit Required. Zoning Conformance Permit approval is required prior to the establishment of any accessory commercial use.
d. Development Standards. ACUs shall meet the following criteria:
(1) Number of ACUs Allowed. ACUs shall be limited to a maximum of one ACU per lot. (2) ACU Orientation. An ACU shall be fronting and visible from a public right-of-way. (3) Detached ACUs. ACUs that are detached from the primary structure shall be located at least five feet from all surrounding structures on the property.
(4) Pedestrian Access Required. The ACU shall have at least one pedestrian accessible entrance that is accessible from a public right-of-way.
(5) Separate Entrance Required. An ACU shall have a separate entrance from the main entrances to the primary residential building on the property.
(6) Maximum Floor Area. An ACU shall not exceed a floor area of 500 square feet or 40 percent of the gross floor area of the primary residential building on the property, whichever is less. (7) Maximum Building Height and Ground Floor Requirement. An ACU shall be limited to one story and shall be limited to the ground floor.
(8) Parking. Parking spaces shall not be required for an ACU. (9) ACU Signage Requirements. The following sign requirements shall apply to all ACUs:
(10) An ACU may have one non-illuminated wall sign, not exceeding a total sign area of six square feet. (11) Roof signs, free standing business signs, temporary signs, and banners are prohibited. e. Minimum Design and Performance Standards. ACUs shall comply with the following performance standards:
(1) Hours of Operation. The hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. unless otherwise conditioned by an approved permit.
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(2) Maximum of eight customers at a time.
(3) Loading requirements. All loading, unloading and maintenance shall be conducted within the hours of operation.
(4) ACUs providing food or beverage sales shall be for off-site consumption only and on-site dining and customer loitering are prohibited.
(5) Trash and Recycling Receptacles and Enclosures. ACUs shall maintain designated trash and recycling collection containers and enclosures which are not visible from the street.
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