(A) Central Commercial District (C-1).
(1) The Central Commercial District (C-1) is intended to preserve the commercial character of the existing downtown area of the village by allowing for the continuation and expansion of commercial establishments traditionally found in a village downtown area.
(2) The Central Commercial District is characterized by smaller, closely spaced buildings with limited parking.
(3) New districts established shall have a minimum of two acres.
(B) General Commercial District (C-2).
(1) The General Commercial District (C-2) is intended to accommodate a full range of commercial activities along state highways or other major street frontages.
(2) The General Commercial District is characterized by larger buildings on larger lots with more accessible parking and access than the Central Commercial District.
(3) New districts established shall have a minimum of two acres.
(C) Use limitations and standards.
(1) Buffer yards. All commercial uses adjacent to residential uses or districts, either along the rear or side lot lines, shall provide a buffer yard, according to regulations specified.
(2) Accessory uses. No accessory uses or buildings shall be located in the required front yard of any lot. Each lot shall be limited to two accessory uses or buildings.
(3) Storage and service areas. Outdoor storage of materials shall be allowed provided such materials are enclosed and secured, and in no case shall such materials be stored higher than ten feet in height. All storage and service areas shall be screened from view from the perimeter of the site with landscaping and/or fencing. The height of the fence shall not exceed ten feet from the ground.
(Ord. 1227-98, passed 1-12-1999; Am. Ord. 1574-11, passed 6-14-2011)