(A) Game machines. Game machines shall be permitted as an accessory use, provided that all of the following standards are complied with:
(1) No more than three game machines shall be permitted at any one business, provided all other applicable licenses and permits required by this code are obtained.
(2) Any establishment with a game machine shall prohibit persons 17 years of age and under from using any game machine between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This restriction shall not apply during school holidays and school vacations recognized by public schools within the city.
(3) A game machine shall not be located within 500 feet of a child care facility or an educational institution which conducts classes for kindergarten through 12th grades.
(B) Vending machines. Regular vending machines shall be permitted as an accessory use, provided that the maximum number of such vending machines permitted on any lot shall be limited as follows.
(1) Lots with a lot width of 50 feet or less, one regular vending machine.
(2) Lots with a lot width of 150 feet or less, two regular vending machines.
(3) Lots with a lot width of 150 feet or more, three regular vending machines.
(C) Reverse vending machines. Reverse vending machines shall be permitted as an accessory use, provided that all of the following standards are complied with and a zoning clearance has been obtained pursuant to subchapter 153.210, Administrative Procedures:
(1) Each reverse vending machine must be capable of dispensing cash for aluminum and non-aluminum metals, glass and plastic;
(2) Each reverse vending machine shall be located adjacent to a building wall and within 20 feet from the main entrance to a supermarket;
(3) The size and bulk of each reverse machine shall not exceed 50 square feet and the height shall not exceed eight feet;
(4) The location of each reverse vending machine shall not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular circulation;
(5) Each reverse vending machine shall be constructed with durable waterproof and rustproof materials;
(6) Each reverse vending machine shall be illuminated to ensure comfortable and safe operation;
(7) Each reverse vending machine shall be available and in operation during the operating hours of the supermarket;
(8) Signage on a reverse vending machine shall not exceed a total background sign face area of four square feet, exclusive of operating instructions;
(9) Each reverse vending machine shall clearly identify the type of materials that may be deposited, operating instructions and the identity and phone number of the owner or a person to call if the machine is inoperative;
(10) Each reverse vending machine shall be maintained in a clean and litter-free condition on a daily basis; and
(11) The color of the reverse vending machine shall be in harmony with the surrounding buildings and development.
(Ord. 1346, passed 5-2-12)