(A) Purpose. The purpose of this section is to establish performance standards for residential uses that operate beyond the scope of traditional residential uses by providing temporary accommodations on an ongoing basis within certain residential areas.
(B) Bed and breakfast establishments.
(1) District application. Bed and breakfast establishments are allowed within the R-1 Traditional Single-Family Residential, R-2 Suburban Single-Family Residential, R-3 Medium Density Residential and B-1, Downtown Business zoning districts subject to the approval of a conditional use permit.
(2) Conditions of approval. In addition to general standards and criteria provided in Chapter 196 (Conditional Use Permits) of this title, a bed and breakfast establishment may be allowed provided that:
(a) A maximum of 4 bed and breakfast units may be established in a structure.
(b) The facility shall have a state license (hotel and food), and comply with building and fire codes as may be required or applicable.
(c) The facility shall be owner or manager occupied.
(d) The principal structure shall have a minimum size of 1,500 gross square feet and shall be located on a lot which meets the minimum lot size of the district in which it is located.
(e) All bed and breakfast units shall be established within the principal structure.
(f) Not more than the equivalent of 1 full-time person shall be employed by the bed and breakfast facility who is not a resident of the structure.
(g) Dining and other facilities shall not be open to the general public but shall be used exclusively by the registered guests and residents.
(h) Two off-street parking spaces shall be provided for the home plus one off-street parking space for each bed and breakfast unit. Parking areas shall be screened and landscaped pursuant to Chapter 213 (Fencing Screening and Landscaping Requirements) of this title.
(I) Not more than 1 identification sign not exceeding 4 square feet in area may be attached to each wall which faces a street. The sign shall be reflective of the architectural features of the structure and may not be internally illuminated or lighted between 10:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M.
(j) Adequate lighting shall be provided between the principal structure and the parking area for safety purposes. Any additional external lighting is prohibited.
(C) Residential shelters.
(1) District application. Such uses may be allowed within residential districts subject to the approval of an interim use permit in accordance with Chapter 197 (Interim use Permits).
(2) Conditions of approval. A “residential shelter”, as defined in § 191.02 (Definitions) of this title, or similar type use may be allowed provided that:
(a) No external building improvements are undertaken which alter the original character of the home unless approved by the City Council.
(b) No on-street parking shall be allowed. Adequate off-street parking shall be required by the city based on the staff and resident needs of each specific facility. Private driveways shall be of adequate width to accommodate effective vehicle circulation and are to be equipped with a turnaround area to prevent backing maneuvers onto public streets. Driveways shall be maintained in an open manner at all times and emergency vehicle access shall be available. Adequate sight distance at the access point shall be available.
(c) Landscaping buffering from surrounding residential uses shall be provided consistent with the requirements contained in Chapter 213 (Fencing, Screening, and Landscaping Requirements) of this title. A privacy fence of appropriate residential design may be required to limit off-site impacts. Landscape screening from surrounding residential uses may be required by the Zoning Administrator depending on the type, location, and proximity of residential areas to a specific facility.
(d) Submission of detailed program information including goals, policies, activity schedule, staffing patterns and targeted capacity which may result in the imposition of reasonable conditions to limit the off-site impacts.
(e) Submission of a formal site plan review if a determination of need for such review is made by the city in accordance with Chapter 199 (Site Plan Review).
(f) Additional conditions may be required by the city in order to address the specific impacts of a proposed facility.
(Ord. 2011-06-07A, passed 6-7-2011)