A BMWT and its essential support facilities shall be allowed as a permitted accessory use when attached to the principal structure in any zoning district subject to the following:
A. A simple site plan shall be submitted for each BMWT providing the following information:
1. Mounting location of the BMWT on the principal structure.
2. Description of the BMWT height and width, including a photo (if available) or other visual representation.
B. BMWT shall not exceed sixty (60) decibels, as measured at the closest property line. The level, however, may be exceeded during short term events such as utility outages and/or severe windstorms.
C. BMWT shall comply with the maximum height requirement of the zoning district in which it is located. Applicants proposing an installation higher than allowed by the zoning district in which it will be located may apply for a variance to the zoning board of adjustment.
D. No BMWT may occupy, encroach or "overhang" any public right of way without the expressed approval of the city.
E. Each BMWT installation shall require a separate building permit.
F. A building permit for the installation of a BMWT in a historic district requires the prior issuance of a certificate of appropriateness from the historic preservation commission. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)