Commercial campgrounds; provided that:
(A)
The primary purpose of the facility is for tent and pop-up campers. Self-contained recreational vehicles are not permitted.
(B) A commercial campground shall contain at least five acres. Campsite design should be limited to 30% of the site for use and 70% devoted to open space. Minimum camp space size is 3,000sf allowing enough space for a fire pit or ring if burning is permitted in the campground. No trash burning is allowed only approved paper and firewood in the fire pit or ring. Fires shall be extinguished before leaving or retiring.
(C) Accessory uses permitted may include structures for offices, laundry, restroom, and recreation facilities for exclusive use of campsite patrons.
(D) The campground must provide buffering and screening to reduce noise and light affecting adjoining residentially zoned property with consideration given for existing vegetation and added landscaping, (see § 152.134), to create an immediate opaque buffer.
(E) Drainage, sedimentation, and erosion control plans must be approved and implemented by standards of the North Carolina Department of Natural Resources and Community Development.
(F) All water distribution and sewage disposal system plans must receive approval from the appropriate state and county officials prior to issuance of a certificate of compliance.
(G) No camp sites, structures, or other facilities may be located closer than 35 feet from any property line in a residential zone and in no case within 200 feet of an existing residence not associated with campground operations.
(H) Noise levels shall respect quiet hours between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Use of generators are prohibited.
(I) Each campsite shall be left clean and in neat condition by the campsite user.
(J) All sites shall be located on sites with elevations that are not susceptible to flooding per the FEMA Flood Maps.
(K) Tables may be provided at each campsite.
(L) Each campsite shall be identified by a permanent numbering system and be visibly displayed at each campsite.
(M) Each campsite shall be limited to a single family or six people per site. Stays are limited to a 14-day non-renewable consecutive day stay. A 30-day wait period before reapplying is required.
(N) Garbage and trash collection shall be provided in such a manner and at such locations so as to provide convenient access for patrons and provide adequate ingress/egress in commercial campgrounds. Bear proofing measures are required. See § 152.136 Solid Waste Disposal measures in the Banner Elk Zoning Ordinance.
(O) Off-street parking shall be provided with a minimum of one space per campsite. Additional parking shall be provided as needed.
(P) Food storage. All food, coolers, equipment used to cook or store food, and anything that may smell like food (such as toothpaste) must be stored in a closed locked vehicle or a camping unit made of solid, non-pliable material. Food may also be stored in food lockers provided in some campgrounds.
(Q) No foraging for burning materials shall be allowed within the campground. Wood may be provided by the camp office or under the supervision of the camp director. No burning shall be allowed during extremely dry or windy conditions. A dry hydrant shall be provided at each site that allows a campfire site. Camp fire sites must be preapproved by the Avery County Fire Marshall for protection of the grounds and surrounding properties.
(R) Dogs, cats, and other pets. A policy by the owner regarding all dogs, cats, and other pets to include physical restraint measures, clean up, and care will be provided for all patrons. Vaccinations records must be available for all pets.
(S) Animal and plant life. Wildlife must not be disturbed in any way. A policy by the owner guiding all patrons to the protection measures needed to protect the area must be posted in areas where all patrons are sure to see.
(T) Security to be provided by the property owner. A mature adult must be present 24/7 in case of an emergency.
(Ord. passed 3-14-2005; Ord. passed 10-16-2007; Ord. passed 10-10-2016; Ord. passed 3-14-2019, § 902)