(A) Standards for residential and related uses.
(1) Single-family detached dwelling. The following standards apply to construction of single-family dwellings.
(a) No dwelling shall be located upon soil that is poorly drained, structurally inadequate or construction upon which would create erosion control problems.
(b) The parcel shall have frontage of 250 feet on a publicly maintained road unless constructed as part of a cluster development. No access to public roads shall be placed in any hazardous locations relative to curves, hills or vegetation that offer potential safety hazards.
(c) All individual sewage treatment systems (ISTS) must meet Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Rules, Ch. 7080 through 7083, as amended, and as regulated by this chapter. A minimum of two suitable locations for an on-site shall be identified on a residential lot before a building permit or sewer permit is issued. One site shall be designated as a primary site and the other a secondary site. The secondary site shall be preserved and no construction shall be permitted on the secondary site, nor shall the site be used for an activity that would make it unsuitable for future uses as a drainfield. An increase in the minimum lot size may be required to provide for the on-site sewage treatment system requirements.
(d) All dwellings shall meet the minimum standards of the Minnesota Building Code, as adopted.
(e) A dwelling shall not be located on land with an existing slope greater than 12%, except where engineering or architectural documentation is provided that satisfies the Building Official that the site can be adapted to allow construction of the dwelling unit.
(f) Each dwelling unit, except temporary farm dwellings, shall contain a minimum of 960 square feet of livable area. Carports, overhangs, garages and such structures shall not qualify in meeting these requirements. All dwellings must be a minimum of 22 feet in width for two-thirds of the length of the dwelling.
(g) Subdivision of any lot to facilitate residential development must comply with the requirements of this chapter.
(h) If the garage doors face the road, the doors shall occupy no more than 50% of the front facade.
(2) Residential facilities and permitted single-family use. The following, by state statute, are considered permitted single-family residential use of property for the purposes of zoning (M.S. § 462.357, subd. 7, as it may be amended from time to time):
(a) A state licensed residential facility serving six or fewer persons;
(b) A housing with services establishment register under M.S. Ch. 144D, as it may be amended from time to time, serving six or fewer persons;
(c) A state licensed day care facility serving 12 or fewer persons;
(d) A licensed day care facility under Minn. Rules parts 9502.0315 to 9502.0445 to serve 14 or fewer persons; and
(e) A residential facility whose primary purpose is to treat juveniles who have been adjudicated delinquent on the basis of conduct in violation of criminal statutes relating to sex offenses shall not be considered a permitted use of single-family residential property.
(B) Standards for agricultural and related uses.
(1) Farm production. For those properties that were previously zoned Rural Residential (under the Bridgewater Township or Rice County Ordinance), farm production involving livestock is limited to one animal unit per acre, up to a maximum of ten animal units and shall comply with the provisions of the county’s Feedlot Ordinance and, if required, the regulations of the state’s Pollution Control Agency.
(2) Feedlots.
(a) All feedlots shall comply with the provisions of the county’s Feedlot Ordinance and, if required, the regulations of the state’s Pollution Control Agency. An interim use permit is required for all feedlots.
(b) The following uses are defined as a feedlot for the purpose of this chapter and shall meet the provisions of the county’s Feedlot Ordinance, as adopted by reference on the date of this chapter, and if required, the regulations of the state’s Pollution Control Agency:
1. Animal manure composting site that accepts manure transported from off-site. This use also requires a business license and site plan approval; and
2. Aquaculture, fish farm, subject to the following standards:
a. All aquaculture operations shall comply with the standards set forth in M.S. §§ 17.46 to 17.4999, as they may be amended from time to time, or successor statutes;
b. All aquaculture operations shall be licensed by the State according to Minn. Rules part 7050.0216 or successor rules; and
c. To protect surface and ground water resources, aquaculture operations may be required to include wastewater treatment or to closed loops with no discharge.
(3) Agricultural businesses.
(a) Licensing and site plan approval required. The following businesses are required to obtain a rural business license, submit a request for site plan approval and must meet the general standards of division (B)(3)(b) below:
1. Commercial storage in existing agricultural buildings with an interim use permit; provided, the following standards are met.
a. No retail sales are allowed.
b. No storage of household goods, textiles or food stuff is permitted.
2. General repair and machinery setup as a home occupation with an interim use permit;
3. Agricultural product sales and supply as a home occupation with an interim use permit; and
4. Greenhouse and nursery sales with an interim use permit subject to the following criteria.
a. In areas previously zoned agricultural, the operator must reside at the site.
b. The retail sales shall be accessory to the principal nursery, greenhouse or tree farm.
c. No sale of product shall take place in the public right-of-way of any federal, state, county or township road.
d. All structures, including temporary structures, shall meet the minimum setback requirements of the ARD.
(b) General standards for agricultural businesses.
1. Outdoor storage. All outdoor storage related to agricultural businesses shall be screened from adjacent residences and public roads.
2. Parking. Adequate parking for employees and customers shall be provided on site and shall meet the parking requirements of this chapter.
3. Grounds. The grounds and all structures shall be maintained in a clean and safe manner.
4. Signs. All signs shall meet the requirements of this chapter.
5. Access. The site shall be served by a minor collector or higher functional classification of roadway.
6. Compliance. The use shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.
7. Service levels. The business is of a scale that the demand for support services, such as sewer, water, police, fire protection, roads or streets, can be accommodated within the context of the service levels available in the ARD.
(C) Standards for commercial recreation uses.
(1) General standards. All commercial recreation uses shown as permitted, conditionally permitted or permitted with an interim use permit in the chart in § 155.06 of this chapter shall meet the following requirements.
(a) Liability insurance required. Operators of commercial recreation uses shall carry liability insurance, and shall provide proof of such insurance upon request to the Zoning Administrator.
(b) Days and hours of operation. The application for a conditional use permit or an interim use permit shall specify the days and hours of operation. The Planning Commission may limit the days and hours of operation as a condition of the permit, and may attach reasonable requirements to the use.
(c) Licensing and site plan required. Rural business licensing and site plan approval shall be required to establish a commercial recreation use. Site plans shall indicate all proposed recreation areas, sanitary facilities, storage areas, parking, signs, landscaping and other information needed to assess the impacts of operation.
(d) Vehicles. No unlicensed or inoperable vehicles or vehicles parts shall be stored outside on the site.
(2) Golf course, country club, driving range. An interim use permit is required for this use and the following standards shall apply.
(a) The facility shall be located in an area the majority of which consists of forest land or land with a crop equivalency rating of 65 or less.
(b) The site shall have access to a paved road.
(c) Storage of pesticides and fertilizers shall follow the standards of the state’s Department of Agriculture. A plan shall be submitted for storage and use of pesticides and fertilizers at the facility.
(d) Golf courses shall be designed with environmental resources in mind. Performance standards to this effect include:
1. Water recycling and conservation through on-site storage and use facilities;
2. Use of landscaped buffers and other best management practices to minimize fertilizer runoff and other chemicals from entering surface water bodies; and
3. Use of landscaping and careful layout of the golf course to preserve and enhance wildlife habitat through preservation of existing vegetation and habitat as well as the creation of new habitat opportunities.
(e) Planted buffers may be required to screen adjacent residential land or other uses with potential conflicts with golf course activities.
(f) Parking shall meet the requirements of this chapter.
(g) A transportation management plan shall be submitted to address off-street parking, traffic circulation and the impact of the facility on surrounding roadways.
(h) Signs shall meet the requirements of this chapter.
(i) Facilities that serve food and beverages shall be licensed by the county.
(j) If the course is located in the floodplain, the criteria in the Floodplain District regulations shall apply.
(k) The course must be located on either a minor collector, a major collector or a minor or major arterial road.
(l) There must be adequate fencing to deter trespassing on adjacent property.
(m) On-site sewer must be provided that is in compliance with this chapter.
(n) The course must be a minimum of nine holes.
(o) To apply, the applicant must submit information identifying wetlands, watercourses, water bodies and wooded areas. The applicant will also state how the proposal would affect the natural features. The proposal will be reviewed to determine adverse impact on the above natural features and on areas or sites of historical or archeological significance. Conditions may be imposed to limit or prevent adverse impact on the above stated or other natural features.
(p) Appropriate uses accessory to a golf course include, but are not limited to, a pro shop, a club house, locker room, restaurant and bar, private parties, tennis courts, racquetball, swimming pool, indoor track, exercise room, sauna or steam room, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
1. The above are uses sometimes found in conjunction with golf courses. Those permitted under a particular interim use permit will be dependent upon additional parking capacity, the capacity of the on-site sewer system and the water supply system.
2. If these uses are to be permitted, the use must be addressed in the operational plan submitted as part of the application. Any change in use requires an amendment to the interim use permit.
(3) Organized motor sports. This use category is limited to off-road vehicles only. An interim use permit is required for this use and the following standards apply.
(a) The majority of the land occupied by the use shall be land with a crop equivalency rating (CER) of 65 or less.
(b) Erosion control plans for trails will be required.
(c) Tracks or trails shall be located at least 500 feet from existing residences.
(d) Noise shall be limited to a maximum level of 50 dB(A) at the nearest property line.
(e) The operator must reside at the site.
(f) The facility shall be located on a minimum of 20 acres.
(g) The facility must be located a minimum of 1,000 feet from any residence; except that, of the landowner and a minimum of one-half miles from ten or more homes existing prior to the application for a permit under this provision.
(h) The facility must be located a minimum of 1,000 feet from a livestock facility.
(i) Sufficient on-site parking shall be provided.
(j) The Planning Commission may limit the days and hours of operation as a condition of approval.
(k) A caretaker or attendant must be on the site during hours of operation.
(4) Paintball course. An interim use permit is required for this use and the following standards apply.
(a) The operator must reside at the site.
(b) Related equipment and structures shall be in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal regulatory standards.
(c) The shooting areas shall be set back as follows:
1. From the property line: 100 feet; and
2. From the road right-of-way: 100 feet.
(d) Noise shall be limited to a maximum level of 50 d(B)A at the nearest property line.
(e) Paint and balls used shall be non-toxic and of a type non-harmful to the environment.
(f) Screening of the facility from neighboring homes shall be required.
(g) No manufactured homes or travel trailers shall be allowed on the course.
(5) Riding and boarding stable. A conditional use permit is required for this use and the following standards apply.
(a) The facility must be at least five acres in size.
(b) The majority of the land used for trails shall be forest land or land with a crop equivalency rating of 65 or less.
(c) The facility must be operated in conformance with an approved plan of operation which shall be submitted as part of the application for the conditional use permit.
(d) The operator must reside at the site.
(6) Ski slope, snowboarding, tubing or sledding hills, private. An interim use permit is required for this use; the use shall meet the general standards of this chapter.
(D) Civic, educational and institutional uses.
(1) Day care center. A conditional use permit is required for this use and the following standards apply.
(a) All agency permits and/or licenses shall be obtained from all applicable agencies.
(b) When a day care facility is proposed in a church or school building originally constructed for use as a church or school, the use shall be treated as a permitted accessory use.
(c) The building and any exterior fenced areas shall meet the setback standards for a single-family residence.
(d) For child day care facilities, at least 50 square feet of outside play area shall be provided for each child under care. The play area location and fencing shall be included in the site plan application.
(e) For adult day care facilities, at least 150 square feet of outdoor area for seating or exercise shall be provided for each adult under care.
(f) Any signs shall meet the requirements of this chapter.
(2) Religious institution. A conditional use permit is required for this use which includes churches, chapels, temples, mosques and the like, including cemeteries and normal accessory buildings. Any living quarters, commercial and outdoor recreational uses shall meet the residential requirements of this chapter. The following standards shall apply.
(a) The site shall have access to an arterial or collector street of sufficient capacity to accommodate the traffic that the site will generate.
(b) The site shall be in an area planned for municipal or centralized utilities, including water supply and sewage treatment. The design and construction of the facility shall enable connection to future municipal or centralized facilities with minimal cost to the municipality.
(c) The parcel shall have a lot area no less than four times the area of the building foot print.
(3) Campground, public. A conditional use permit is required for this use and the following standards apply.
(a) The campground shall be located in an area, the majority of which consists of forest land or land with a crop equivalency rating of 65 or less.
(b) A responsible attendant or caretaker shall be in charge of every recreational camping area at all times and the duties of said attendant or caretaker shall be to maintain records of the campground and keep the facilities and the equipment in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition. The caretaker or attendant shall be the owner or operator of the camping area, or an appointed representative of the same.
(c) Public campgrounds in the ARD shall be limited to facilities with seasonal, primitive camping sites. Only primitive accessory structures are permitted. Residential use of camping vehicles and manufactured homes in public campgrounds shall be prohibited. Use of the campground, except for the caretaker or attendant, shall be prohibited from November 1 to April 1. Parking is limited to designated parking areas.
(4) Public and private schools and related facilities. A conditional use permit is required for this use and the following standards apply.
(a) The site shall have access to an arterial or collector street of sufficient capacity to accommodate the traffic that the use will generate.
(b) The site shall be in an area planned for municipal or centralized facilities, including water supply and sewage treatment. The design and construction of the facility shall enable connection to future municipal or centralized utilities with minimal cost to the municipality.
(c) The use shall comply with all federal, state, county and local regulations.
(d) A transportation plan shall be submitted to address off-street parking, bus loading and unloading, traffic control and the impact of the facility on the environment.
(e) An environmental management plan, including a water and sewer management plan to address the use of water and the treatment of on-site storm water and drainage, shall be submitted to address the impact of the facility on the environment.
(f) Parking shall meet the requirements of this chapter.
(g) All parking areas, bus loading and unloading areas, delivery areas and access roads shall be hard surfaced (bituminous or concrete).
(h) All accessory residential or day care uses are subject to the provisions of this chapter.
(i) Signs must meet the requirements of this chapter.
(E) Commercial and industrial uses.
(1) Bed and breakfast facility. This use requires an interim use permit and is subject to the following.
(a) The facility shall be located in a single-family owner-occupied detached dwelling.
(b) An application submitted for an interim use permit for a bed and breakfast facility shall identify the family members residing therein and provide at least one bedroom for every two family members. Bedrooms in excess of those needed by the resident family may be rented on a daily basis to guests.
(c) No more than two adult guests shall be allowed per bedroom.
(d) All dwellings shall comply with the sewage and wastewater requirements of this chapter.
(e) The facility shall maintain a guest register open to inspection from time to time by the Zoning Administrator.
(f) Guest stay shall be limited to seven days.
(g) The applicant shall meet all applicable county, state and federal regulations.
(h) The operator/applicant shall carry liability insurance and shall provide proof of the insurance upon request of the Zoning Administrator.
(2) Cabinet, carpentry shops. This use shall require a conditional use permit and is subject to the following standards.
(a) The operator must reside at the site.
(b) The use must meet all county, state and federal requirements.
(3) Contractor’s office. This use shall require an interim use permit and is subject to the following standards.
(a) The operator must reside at the site.
(b) The use must meet all applicable state, county and local regulations.
(4) Contractor’s yard. This use requires an interim use permit and is subject to the following:
(a) The site is no smaller than two and a half acres and limited to ten acres in size or 25% of the lot, whichever is less, and is located on a hard surface public road;
(b) The operation is not located within 500 feet of ten or more homes or a platted area existing prior to location of the business. A maximum of 25% of the total land area of the contractor’s yard may be used for screened outdoor storage. Any outside storage area must be screened from view from the road and any neighboring residences. All business related trucks and vans must be stored or parked inside a building or behind screening;
(c) Supplies stored on the site shall be those used during the ordinary course of the construction business;
(d) The site shall not be located within the Shoreland, Floodplain or Wild and Scenic Overlay Districts;
(e) Employees, except office personnel, shall report to the site only for the purpose of picking up equipment and supplies and general maintenance;
(f) The operation shall be in accordance with the approved plan which shall become part of the permit;
(g) Any permit under this section is issued to the applicant for the parcel named in the permit only and is not transferable to another parcel of property;
(h) An application for an interim use permit for a contractor’s yard shall include the following information:
1. A plot plan showing:
a. Size of parcel;
b. Location and size of all buildings on the parcel;
c. Location and size of any area of outdoor storage and any type of screening used; and
d. Location and distance to neighboring residences.
2. A narrative with an in-depth description of the contracting business. At a minimum, the narrative shall contain:
a. The number of employees reporting to the site;
b. The type of equipment to be stored at the site;
c. The type and amount of materials and supplies to be stored at the site;
d. Provisions for maintenance of equipment;
e. Provisions for sanitary facilities for workers;
f. Types of activities conducted on the site; and
g. Location of office.
(i) The interim use permit shall be subject to an annual administrative review as set by the permit;
(j) The operator must reside at the site;
(k) Security, fencing and gate must be provided; and
(l) Security lighting shall be fully shielded.
(5) Kennel, commercial, where dogs or other domestic pets are raised for the sale, boarded or trained. This use requires a interim use permit and is subject to the following.
(a) All animal kennels shall provide indoor facilities having adequate heating, ventilation and lighting.
(b) All animal kennels shall provide outdoor facilities having shelter from the elements, sunlight, rain, snow and cold weather.
(c) All animal kennels shall provide proper drainage for indoor and outdoor facilities.
(d) Each large adult animal shall be provided with a separate fenced run at least thirty-six (3) square feet in size and located at least 100 feet from any property line.
(e) Facilities shall be inspected at least once a year at the owner’s expense by a doctor of veterinary medicine who shall provide a report to the Zoning Administrator describing the condition of the animals and facility, medical treatment required by the animals, and remedial actions necessary to improve the condition of the facility.
(f) Facilities must obtain all required state and federal licenses or operational permits.
(6) Small appliance repair. This use requires an interim use permit and is subject to the following standards: the operator shall reside at the site.
(7) Temporary asphalt plant, highway construction yard and equipment placement. This use includes temporary operations such as a bituminous plant, sand and gravel washing plant, ready mix plant, gravel crusher or contractor’s yard for highway construction. This use requires an interim use permit and is subject to the following standards.
(a) Equipment placement shall be good for a period not to exceed eight months.
(b) A performance bond shall be required for site restoration and road repair.
(c) The application shall include the following information:
1. A plot plan showing the location of the temporary use and any temporary structures, parking areas and the like;
2. A cross-section sketch of the proposed work, if applicable;
3. A construction erosion control plan;
4. A drainage and restoration plan; and
5. A narrative with an in-depth description of the proposed operation, including at a minimum, the number of employees reporting to the site, plans for traffic control, the impact on the environment and impact to neighboring property owners and plans to mitigate any adverse impacts and plans for provision of sanitary facilities for workers.
(8) Upholstery, furniture repair or restoration. This use requires an interim use permit and is subject to the following.
(a) The operator shall reside at the site.
(b) The facility shall comply with all applicable local, state and federal requirements.
(9) Veterinary clinic. This use requires an interim use permit and is subject to the following standards.
(a) The operator shall reside at the site.
(b) All activities shall take place within a completely enclosed building with sound-proofing and odor control.
(F) Public service and utility uses.
(1) Communication towers, primary or accessory. This use requires an interim use permit and is subject to the following standards.
(a) The tower shall be a monopole structure.
(b) The maximum height allowed, including all antennas and other attachments, shall not exceed 200 feet, except publicly-owned towers may exceed the maximum height.
(c) Towers will be set back no less than 125% of the tower height or the tower fall zone, whichever is greater, with a minimum setback of 20 feet. No guyed wires shall be allowed.
(d) Lights and/or flashing equipment shall not be permitted unless required by state or federal agencies.
(e) Signage shall not be allowed on the tower other than what is required for safety.
(f) The applicant must provide proof from a professional licensed engineer to verify that the equipment will not interfere with existing communications for public safety services.
(g) The City’s Planning Commission shall hire, and be reimbursed for actual costs by the applicant, a professional licensed engineer to verify that the equipment is not able to be located on any existing towers or building/utility structures within a one-mile radius of the proposed location for any of the following reasons:
1. The necessary equipment would exceed the structural capacity of the existing tower or building;
2. The necessary equipment would cause interference as to significantly impact the usability of the existing tower or building;
3. The existing towers or building/utility structures within a one-mile search radius cannot or will not accommodate the planned equipment at a height necessary to function reasonably; and
4. The applicant, after a good faith effort, is unable to lease space on an existing or approved tower or building.
(h) The tower must be constructed to accommodate co-location antennas being placed at varying heights on the tower.
(i) The tower shall have an exterior finish that minimizes off-site visibility and is corrosive resistant.
(j) The site shall be surrounded by a security fence six feet in height with a lockable gate.
(k) Equipment and structures shall be designed or screened from view by suitable landscaping as to reflect and complement the architectural character of the surrounding neighborhood.
(l) All obsolete or unused towers and accompanying accessory facilities shall be removed within 12 months of the cessation of operations at the site unless a time extension is granted by the Planning Commission. After the facilities are removed, the site shall be restored to its original or an approved state. The user of the tower and/or accompanying accessory facilities and the landowner shall be responsible for the removal of the facilities and restoration of the site.
(m) The applicant shall submit a plan illustrating all anticipated future location sites for communication towers and/or communication devices/apparatus.
(n) The applicant must verify through testing by a professional licensed engineer that the emissions from the tower meet FCC (Federal Communications Commission) regulations. This will be certified by the Planning Commission within one year of commencement of the operation of the tower.
(2) Wind energy generation facilities and towers, primary or accessory. This use requires a conditional use permit and is subject to the following.
(a) Towers and all related equipment shall be in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal regulatory standards.
(b) Permitted accessory wind generation facilities and towers shall have a rated capacity of no more than ten kilowatts and shall be of a height no greater than 50 feet.
(c) The tower shall be set back as follows:
Permitted Towers | CUP Towers | |
Non-owned residence | 500 feet | 750 feet |
Property line 200 feet | 200 feet | 200 feet |
Road right-of-way | 300 feet | 300 feet |
(d) Setbacks shall be increased to the tower fall zone if it is greater than any of the above.
(e) Noise shall be limited to a maximum level of 50dB(A) at the nearest property line.
(f) All towers supporting generation units with a rated capacity of more than 40 kilowatts shall be of a monopole type (self-supporting, tubular) and shall be no more than 300 feet in height.
(g) Rotor blades shall not exceed a height of 500 feet from the ground.
(h) No lighting shall be permitted other than that required by federal requirements.
(i) All connecting power lines shall be buried underground.
(j) Tower and facilities shall be designed to minimize their visual impact.
(G) Residential uses, accessory.
(1) Home occupations, permitted. A home occupation may be permitted in the ARD subject to the following.
(a) The occupation shall be conducted only by person(s) residing in the dwelling.
(b) The home occupation shall be incidental and subordinate to the use of the property for residential purposes.
(c) No traffic shall be generated by the home occupation beyond that which is reasonable and normal for the area in which it is located.
(d) One non-illuminated sign no more than four square feet in size and attached to the principal dwelling may be provided.
(e) Entrance to the home occupation is from within the structure, and no exterior evidence of the business is evident.
(f) The home occupation shall not result in increased usage of the septic system.
(g) One additional parking space shall be provided for the use of clients, deliveries and the like.
(2) Home occupation, with interim use permit. A home occupation that exceeds any of the standards for permitted home occupations may be allowed as an interim use in any district where residential uses are permitted, if the home occupation meets the following.
(a) No more than one person other than person(s) residing in the dwelling shall be employed in conjunction with the home occupation.
(b) The home occupation may be conducted in an accessory building or attached garage not exceeding a 2,000 square feet of gross floor area.
(c) An outside entrance may be provided.
(d) No traffic shall be generated by the home occupation beyond that which is reasonable and normal for the area in which it is located.
(e) One non-illuminated sign no more than 16 square feet in size may be provided.
(f) No equipment or processes used in the home occupation shall create noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odors or electrical interference detectable off the premises.
(g) Rural business licensing shall be required for home occupations that require an interim use permit.
(3) Room and board facilities. Facilities shall be located within a principal residence and shall serve a maximum of two individuals; a separate kitchen for this purpose is prohibited.
(H) Structures accessory and temporary to permitted uses.
(1) Antennas. Satellite dish antennas and other antenna devices are permitted subject to the following.
(a) Antennas shall be in compliance with all state and local Building and Electrical Code requirements.
(b) Verification that the structural design and installation has been approved by a professional engineer shall be provided to the Building Official upon request.
(c) Antennas shall be limited to one per building or, if more than one antenna is proposed, the antenna shall be clustered in a single, screened fashion.
(d) No advertising message shall be on the antenna structure.
(e) Antennas shall comply with the setback requirements for principal structures and shall be located between the principal structure and a public street.
(f) No antenna shall be located within a shore impact zone or a bluff impact zone.
(g) Antennas shall be screened to the greatest extent practicable to minimize visual impacts on surrounding properties. Screening shall include landscape materials for ground-mounted antennas and materials compatible with those utilized on the exterior of the building for roof-mounted antennas.
(h) Antennas located closer to a property line then the height of the antenna shall be designed and engineered to collapse progressively within the distances between the antenna and the property line.
(i) Antenna height shall be no more than 60 feet as measured from the ground at the base of the structure.
(2) Detached garages and storage sheds. Detached garages and storage sheds shall conform to the ARD setback requirements.
(3) Seasonal roadside stands. Seasonal roadside stands for sale of farm products are allowed with an interim use permit, subject to the following.
(a) No more than one stand per farm shall be permitted.
(b) Adequate off-street parking shall be provided.
(c) Merchandise shall be limited to agricultural products or manufactured goods produced by individuals having a residence or farm within the ARD.
(d) No electronic signs shall be permitted.
(4) Temporary farm dwelling. The purpose of a temporary farm dwelling is to provide living accommodations for farm workers, health care workers assisting farm residents or ailing parents or children. Temporary farm dwellings are allowed with an interim use permit, subject to the following standards.
(a) The applicant shall provide either a signed statement identifying that the farming activity requires additional farm workers or a signed doctor’s certificate that verifies that the persons needing care suffer from health problems that would necessitate constant supervised care and attention.
(b) The interim use permit shall be issued for a three-year term subject to renewal if a verified statement or doctor’s certificate has been filed with the Zoning Administrator and approved by the Planning Commission.
(c) The dwelling shall be limited to a manufactured home, which shall be maintained as highway ready, and shall be removed when no longer needed as a residence. HIGHWAY READY shall mean having the manufactured home on wheels of having the internal jacking system attached to the site only by quick disconnect type utilities commonly used in campgrounds and trailer parks. The manufactured home shall have no permanent structural additions attached.
(d) The dwelling shall be accessory to the primary residence on the farm.
(e) The dwelling shall be deemed the second dwelling unit for the quarter-quarter section.
(f) The dwelling shall be a minimum of 14 feet wide and a minimum of 672 square feet in area and shall meet current Department of Housing and Urban Development Code for manufactured homes, or bear a seal and a compliance certificate and data plate evidencing the manufacturer’s certification of code compliance.
(g) The dwelling shall meet all minimum building setbacks, shall be properly anchored and shall be setback a minimum of 50 feet from the primary residence on the parcel.
(h) The interim use permit shall automatically terminate and the unit shall be removed when title transfers or a contract for deed is recorded unless the transfer occurred between family members.
(i) The dwelling shall comply with the sewage and wastewater treatment regulations of this chapter.
(5) Other structures, storage shed. Storage sheds shall conform to the requirements set forth in the district in which they are located.