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FORT WORTH, TEXAS CODE OF ORDINANCES
OFFICIALS of the CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS
PART I: THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF FORT WORTH
PART II: CITY CODE
APPENDIX A: ZONING REGULATIONS
CHAPTER 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS
CHAPTER 2: REVIEW BODIES
CHAPTER 3: REVIEW PROCEDURES
CHAPTER 4: DISTRICT REGULATIONS
CHAPTER 5: SUPPLEMENTAL USE STANDARDS
ARTICLE 1: STANDARDS FOR SELECTED USES
§ 5.100 GENERAL.
§ 5.101 AMBULANCE DISPATCH STATION.
§ 5.102 APPLIANCE SALES.
§ 5.103 ASSAYING.
§ 5.104 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR; PAINT AND BODY SHOP.
§ 5.105 RESERVED.
§ 5.106 BED AND BREAKFAST HOME.
§ 5.107 BED AND BREAKFAST INN.
§ 5.107A LODGING HOUSES.
§ 5.108 CAR WASH.
§ 5.109 RESERVED.
§ 5.110 COMMUNITY HOME.
§ 5.111 DAY CARE CENTER.
§ 5.112 DRIVE-IN BUSINESS.
§ 5.113 FIREWOOD SALES.
§ 5.114 GREENHOUSE OR PLANT NURSERY.
§ 5.115 GROUP HOME I OR II.
§ 5.116 HOTEL, MOTEL OR INN.
§ 5.116.B INDUSTRIALIZED HOUSING.
§ 5.116.A HOME OCCUPATIONS.
§ 5.117 KENNEL.
§ 5.118 KINDERGARTEN.
§ 5.119 RESERVED.
§ 5.120 MANUFACTURING.
§ 5.121 METAL CASTING.
§ 5.122 METAL FOUNDRY OR FABRICATION PLANT.
§ 5.123 METAL STAMPING, DYEING, SHEARING OR PUNCHING.
§ 5.124 NEWSPAPER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
§ 5.125 PAWNSHOP.
§ 5.126 PRINT CENTER, COMMERCIAL.
§ 5.127 PROBATION OR PAROLE OFFICE.
§ 5.128 RECORDING STUDIO.
§ 5.129 RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARK.
§ 5.130 RECYCLING COLLECTION FACILITY.
§ 5.131 SHEET METAL SHOP.
§ 5.132 STABLE, COMMERCIAL.
§ 5.133 STORAGE, NON ACCESSORY OUTSIDE.
§ 5.134 STORE, LARGE RETAIL.
§ 5.135 SWIMMING POOL, COMMERCIAL.
§ 5.136 TELECOMMUNICATIONS ANTENNA.
§ 5.137 TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER AND STEALTH TELECOMMUNICATION TOWER.
§ 5.138 THEATER, MOVIE THEATER OR AUDITORIUM.
§ 5.139 TERMINAL: TRUCK, FREIGHT, RAIL OR WATER.
§ 5.140 UTILITY TRANSMISSION TOWER OR DISTRIBUTION LINE; NATURAL GAS COMPRESSOR STATIONS.
§ 5.141 VEHICLE JUNKYARD.
§ 5.142 VETERINARY CLINIC.
§ 5.143 WAREHOUSE OR BULK STORAGE.
§ 5.144 FRESH WATER FRACTURE PONDS.
§ 5.145 FARMERS’ MARKET.
§ 5.146 URBAN AGRICULTURE AND COMMUNITY GARDENS.
§ 5.147 HALFWAY HOUSES.
§ 5.148 HORSE, DOG OR AUTOMOTIVE RACING.
§ 5.149 LANDFILL, WASTE TRANSFER STATION, GOVERNMENT RECYCLING DROP OFF CENTER, RECYCLING CENTER WITH OUTDOOR PROCESSING AND STOCKPILING, HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE OR WASTE TIRE FACILITY.
§ 5.150 MINING, QUARRYING, DREDGING OR EXCAVATION.
§ 5.151 SMALL BOX DISCOUNT STORE.
§ 5.152 RETAIL SMOKE SHOP.
§ 5.153 BOARDING HOME FACILITIES.
§ 5.154 BARS OR TAVERNS.
§ 5.155 SHELTER.
§ 5.156 BATCH PLANT, ASPHALT OR CONCRETE (PERMANENT).
ARTICLE 2: SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES
ARTICLE 3: ACCESSORY USES
ARTICLE 4: TEMPORARY USES
CHAPTER 6: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
CHAPTER 7: NONCONFORMITIES
CHAPTER 8: ENFORCEMENT
CHAPTER 9: DEFINITIONS
APPENDIX A: LEGISLATIVE HISTORY
APPENDIX B: MAPS
APPENDIX C: USE INDEX
APPENDIX B: CODE COMPLIANCE
APPENDIX C: RESERVED
CODE COMPARATIVE TABLE
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§ 5.125 PAWNSHOP.
   (a)   Distance restrictions. Regardless of the zoning district in which it is located, a pawnshop shall be subject to the following distance restrictions:
      (1)   No pawnshop shall be located within 500 feet of any one- or two-family district; and
      (2)   No pawnshop shall be located within 500 feet of any other pawnshop.
   (b)   Special exception by board of adjustment. The board of adjustment may grant a special exception to the above distance restrictions in accordance with the requirements set forth for special exceptions in Chapter 3, Article 3, provided, however, that in granting any such special exception the board of adjustment shall place such reasonable conditions on the location, use and operation of the pawnshop as are necessary to protect and maintain nearby one- and two-family residential districts.
(Ord. 13896, passed 10-12-1999)
§ 5.126 PRINT CENTER, COMMERCIAL.
   A commercial print center with off-set printing in any commercial district shall be limited to small jobs, such as business cards, invitations, stationery and similar personal and business needs only.
(Ord. 13896, passed 10-12-1999)
§ 5.127 PROBATION OR PAROLE OFFICE.
   Probation or parole offices may be permitted in accordance with the use tables in Chapter 4, Articles 6 and 8, subject to the following.
   (a)   Unless located in a building, other structure or land under the control, administration or jurisdiction of a state or federal agency, parole or probation offices shall be permitted only in the “FR” district and less restrictive zoning districts.
   (b)   Regardless of the zoning, parole or probation offices shall not be located within 500 feet of any one- or two-family residential district.
   (c)   Nonconforming parole or probation offices located in leased facilities shall be permitted to continue in operation only during the term of the existing lease. Upon expiration of the existing lease, the nonconforming use shall no longer be permitted.
(Ord. 13896, passed 10-12-1999)
§ 5.128 RECORDING STUDIO.
   Recording studios may be permitted in accordance with the use tables in Chapter 4, Articles 6 and 8, subject to the following conditions.
   (a)   Internal noise shall not be audible from outside the building.
   (b)   External activity or noise generation shall not be greater than the existing background noise level of the surrounding area.
   (c)   Mass reproduction, duplication or storage of recorded material for distribution, sale or promotion is prohibited.
   (e)   Parking requirements shall be the same as for a commercial building.
(Ord. 13896, passed 10-12-1999; Ord. 14624, § 4, passed 5-15-2001)
§ 5.129 RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARK.
   Recreational vehicle parks are permitted in accordance with the use tables in Chapter 4, Articles 6 and 8, provided they are constructed and developed in accordance with the minimum building standards code, other applicable provisions of the city code and the following conditions.
   (a)   Development approval requirements. A recreational vehicle park shall not be constructed, altered or enlarged without an approved development plan issued by the planning and development department in accordance with the provisions of this section.
   (b)   Property development standards.
      (1)   In recreational vehicle parks, the minimum dimension of lots and yards and the height of buildings shall be as shown in the accompanying table.
Recreational Vehicle Parks
Recreational Vehicle Parks
Land area
Minimum of 50 vehicle lot spaces, with required streets and service buildings
Density
Not to exceed 25 lots per acre of gross site area
Lot area
1,000 square feet minimum
Other setbacks
Recreational vehicles shall be separated from each other and from all other structures by at least 10 feet; for the purposes of such measurement, any accessory to a recreational vehicle, such as an awning or individual storage facility, shall be considered as part of the recreational vehicle
No recreational vehicle shall be closer than 20 feet to the property line adjoining a public street nor closer than 15 feet to any property line on which the abutting property is zoned residential
Private streets
36 feet minimum width; minimum cul-de-sac diameter 100 feet; maximum block length 500 feet.
Parking
1 off-street space
Notes:
May be subject to projected front yard (§ 6.101(f))
 
      (2)   Entrances and exits may not be through a residentially zoned district nor require traffic movement to or from the recreational vehicle park through a residentially zoned district.
   (c)   Service and auxiliary buildings.
      (1)   This section shall apply to all service buildings, recreation buildings, management offices, repair shops, storage areas, sanitary facilities, laundry facilities, indoor recreation areas, commercial buildings supplying essential goods or services for park tenants and other similar buildings in recreational vehicle parks.
      (2)   All service and auxiliary buildings shall be located to be convenient to the recreational vehicle lots they service and shall be kept clean.
      (3)   Each park shall contain one or more service buildings providing separate sanitary facilities for men and women.
         a.   No lot space shall be located farther than 500 feet from such a service building.
         b.   The entrances to such buildings shall be clearly marked to show which gender the facilities serve.
   (d)   Permanent residential structures.
      (1)   At each recreational vehicle park, no more than one existing residential structure may be retained or one new residential structure constructed for occupancy by the owner or operator of the park.
      (2)   An existing residential structure located on a recreational vehicle park may be converted to a clubhouse, community center or service building for use by the guest of the park. A structure so converted shall meet all applicable codes for public occupancy to the proposed use.
   (e)   Use of recreational vehicle lots.
      (1)   Recreational vehicle parks lots shall be occupied only by recreational vehicles.
      (2)   Lots shall be rented only a daily or weekly basis.
      (3)   The owner or operator of a recreational vehicle park shall not permit a guest or a recreational vehicle to remain in the park longer than 60 consecutive days.
   (f)   Other development standards.
      (1)   Ground surface and drainage.
         a.   Each lot shall provide adequate support and drainage for the placement of the recreational vehicle.
         b.   Exposed ground surfaces in all parts of a recreational vehicle park shall be paved, covered with stone screening or other solid material or protected with a vegetative growth that is capable of preventing soil erosion and elimination of dust.
         c.   The ground surface in all parts of a recreational vehicle park shall be graded and equipped to drain all surface water in a safe and efficient manner.
      (2)   Public telephone. A public telephone shall be installed and maintained in each recreational vehicle park, located in a well-lighted area and accessible to park guests 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
   (g)   Development plan approval requirements and appeal.
      (1)   Development plan and application.
         a.   A recreational vehicle park shall not be constructed, altered or enlarged without a valid approved development plan issued by the planning and development department. Before any new, altered or enlargement action can occur, a development plan must be submitted for review. Such plan must be approved before any action may proceed. The development plan shall also be used when applying for appropriate permits as regulated by other codes.
         b.   Applications for development plan approval shall contain at a minimum the following:
            1.   Name and address of applicant;
            2.   Location and legal description of the recreational vehicle park; and
            3.   Two copies of a development plan in conformance with the requirements of this section, and drawn at a minimum scale of:
               i.   One inch equals 100 feet for sites under 30 acres; or
               ii.   One inch equals 200 feet for sites of 30 acres or more.
         c.   The application shall be accompanied by a permit fee;
         d.   A development plan shall show the following:
            i.   The area and dimensions of the tract of land, identifying its location and boundaries;
            ii.   The number, location and size of all recreational vehicle lots;
            iii.   The location, width and specifications of driveways, private internal streets, parking and walkways;
            iv.   The location and details of lighting, public telephones and electrical and gas systems;
            v.   The location and specification of water and sewer lines and sewer service riser pipes;
            vi.   The location and specifications of all buildings constructed or to be constructed within the recreational vehicle park;
            vii.   Existing and proposed topography of the recreational vehicle park;
            viii.   The location of fire mains, including the size of the main, fire hydrants and fire extinguishment equipment and available fire flow; and
            ix.   Such other information as may be reasonably required by the departments reviewing the development plan.
      (2)   Appeal and modifications.
         a.   If the development plan is denied, the applicant may appeal the decision to the board of adjustment.
         b.   The board of adjustment may approve the development plan; approve with modifications or may uphold the denial of the development plan.
         c.   The board of adjustment shall consider the following when modifying a development plan:
            i.   The minimum number of recreational vehicle spaces in a recreational vehicle park;
            ii.   The minimum square footage of recreational vehicle spaces;
            iii.   The minimum per acre density of recreational vehicle spaces; and
            iv.   The number of permanent residential structures in the recreational vehicle park.
(Ord. 13896, passed 10-12-1999; Ord. 18435-01-2009, § 1, passed 1-6-2009, eff. 1-14-2009)
§ 5.130 RECYCLING COLLECTION FACILITY.
   Automated collection vending machines and small collection facilities, not to exceed 500 square feet, for recycling aluminum cans, glass, grocery bags, plastic bottles, magazines, newspapers and other comparable materials may be permitted in accordance with the use tables in Chapter 4, Articles 6 and 8, subject to the following:
   (a)   Required off-street parking is not diminished; and
   (b)   The board of adjustment finds that the size, location and design of the machines or facility are compatible with surrounding uses.
(Ord. 13896, passed 10-12-1999)
§ 5.131 SHEET METAL SHOP.
   Shops using 16 gauge or thinner sheet metal only.
(Ord. 13896, passed 10-12-1999)
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