(A) It is the intent of this chapter to permit the operation of home occupations in circumstances such that the average neighbor, under normal circumstances, will not be aware of their existence other than for a permitted home occupation sign.
(B) The home occupation shall meet the following criteria.
(1) Dwelling. The owner shall continue to live in the dwelling where the home occupation is located.
(2) Incidental. The occupation shall be incidental to the use of the dwelling as a residence.
(3) No outdoor storage. No outdoor display or storage of materials, goods, supplies or equipment used in the home occupation shall be permitted on the premises.
(4) No visible evidence. There shall be no visible evidence that the residence is being operated as a home occupation, except for a home occupation sign.
(5) Employees. A maximum of one full-time equivalent person other than members of the immediate family residing in the dwelling may be employed in the home occupation.
(6) Parking. Off-street parking shall be provided on the premises, or as other sections of this chapter specify.
(7) Restrictions. A home occupation use shall not generate nuisances such as traffic, on-street parking to excess, noise, vibration, glare, odors, fumes, electrical interference or hazards to any greater extent than what is experienced in the residential neighborhood.
(Ord. 1999-03, passed 3- -1999; Ord. 2013-04, passed 2-4-2013)