SEC. 9-4-22 WORDS AND TERMS DEFINED.

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The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Accessory building. A subordinate building or structure located on the same lot as, and detached from, the principal building, the use of which is an accessory use to that of the principal building.

Accessory use. A use which meets the following conditions:

(1) A use located on the same lot as the principal use, whether located in the same building, in an accessory building or as an accessory use of land;

(2) Is incidental to and subordinate to the principal use;

(3) Will be constructed, maintained and conducted to avoid creation of a nuisance or hazard to the principal use or area uses to a greater degree than that which can be expected by the principal use prior to creation of the accessory use;

(4) In no case shall storage space and the operation of an accessory use exceed 20% of the total square footage of the building(s) or 20% if the total land area used where the principal use is located;

(5) Does not enlarge, expand, or change the nature of the use of an otherwise nonconforming principal use;

(6) Shall not be established until approval of all required permits for the principal and the accessory use or activity; and

(7) Meeting all standards for the use, as required by the Chapter, as though it were a principal use, except parking.

Accessory use; alcohol sales. Allows the on-premise sale and consumption of malt beverages, unfortified and fortified wine, and spirituous liquor. A use which meets the following conditions:

(1) A use located on the same lot as the principal use, whether located in the same building, in an accessory building or as an accessory use of land;

(2) Is incidental to and subordinate to the principal use;

(5) Does not enlarge, expand, or change the nature of the use of an otherwise nonconforming principal use;

(6) Shall not be established until approval of all required permits, including but not limited to special use permits, ABC permits and local beer and wine licenses, for the principal and the accessory use or activity;

(7) Shall only be permitted in the zoning districts as shown in Title 9, Chapter 4, Article U, Appendix A, Table of Uses;

(8) Shall only be permitted as an accessory to the following uses as listed in Title 9, Chapter 4, Article U, Appendix A, Table of Uses: (10) Retail Sales:

a. Miscellaneous retail sales; nondurable goods; not otherwise listed

p. Furniture and home furnishing sales not otherwise listed

r. Antique sales, excluding vehicles

s. Book or card store; news stand

t. Hobby or craft shop

v. Video or music store; record, tape, compact disc and the like sales

x. Sporting goods sales and rental shop.

(9) Meeting all standards for the use, as required by the Chapter, as though it were a principal use, except parking.

Administrative decision. A decision made in the implementation, administration, or enforcement of development regulations that involves the determination of facts and the application of objective standards set forth in this Ordinance.

Administrative hearing. A proceeding to gather facts needed to make an administrative decision.

Adult use. Any principal or accessory use which excludes minors by reason of age. This definition shall not apply to any exclusion due to applicable alcoholic beverage control laws or voluntary restrictions of the motion picture industry.

Airport zoning ordinance terms and definitions. See Title 9, Chapter 3, Greenville City Code.

Alley. A public vehicular or pedestrian way which affords only a secondary means of access to abutting property.

Animal boarding; outside facility. Any facility for the purpose of boarding domesticated animals on a commercial basis or as an accessory use to district uses. This definition does not include livestock sales pavilions, auditoriums, yards, distribution facilities, transhipment facilities or slaughterhouses.

Article. As used herein, shall refer to those articles found within this chapter, unless otherwise referenced.

Athletic club. A commercial establishment engaged in providing a variety of apparatus and facilities, to individuals and/or groups of persons, for purposes of physical exercise, athletic competition, and related recreational, educational and personal development activities. An “athletic club” may include the following accessory activities: racquetball courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, tennis courts and the like: swimming pools, lap pools, diving pools, water slides and the like; roller skating, roller blading, ice skating, skate boarding and the like, soccer fields, baseball/softball fields and the like; track and field event facilities; exercise programs including aerobic and strength training; personal training, fitness evaluation, massage therapy treatment by members in the American Massage Therapy Association or equivalent per Title 11, Chapter 10, Article B, section 11-10-11 of the City Code, as amended, wellness and health education programs; ancillary food services such as an employee and/or patron cafeteria or eating area.

Automobile graveyard. An establishment or place of business which is maintained, used or operated for storing, keeping, buying or selling wrecked, scrapped, ruined or dismantled motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts. Any establishment or place of business upon which six or more unlicensed, used motor vehicles which cannot be operated under their own power are kept or stored for a period of 15 days or more shall be deemed to be an “automobile graveyard.” See also definition of junkyard.

Automobile, truck, recreational vehicle, motorcycle and boat sales. Establishments engaged in the retail and/or wholesale of new and/or used automobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles and campers, motorcycles and motor boats including other watercraft, trailers, marine supplies and outboard motors, collectively referred to as vehicles for purposes of this definition. These establishments frequently maintain repair departments (see also major and minor repair) and carry stocks of replacement parts and accessories. For purposes of interpretation, the concurrent display for sale of not more than any five such vehicles upon a lot containing a legal nonresidential principal use may be considered an accessory use in accordance with applicable conditions set forth by definition. Specifically, the concurrent display for sale of not more than any five such vehicles upon any lot containing a legal vehicle-related major or minor repair establishment, or a bank, savings and loan or other lending institution engaged in the repossession of vehicles shall be considered an accessory use to the principal use.

Bar.

(1) An establishment of which the principal use is primarily engaged in the business of selling alcoholic beverages and for consumption on the premises. A bar shall not include a brewery, winery, or distillery. A bar must meet all of the following:

(a) May provide live or recorded amplified music;

(b) May provide a floor show;

(d) May offer a full service bar; and

(e) Does not qualify under the definitions of restaurant, fast food; restaurant, conventional; or bar 2022 as contained in this section.

(2) Any proposed or established "restaurant; conventional" that does not comply with the definition, standards or requirements applicable to a "restaurant; conventional" as contained herein shall be classified as a "bar" for purposes of zoning regulation.

Bar 2022. An establishment of which the principal use is entertainment and which meets all of the following:

(1) Occupies less than 2,000 square feet of space of premises;

(2) May provide live or recorded amplified music;

(3) May provide a floor show;

(4) May provide a dance area;

(5) Shall only be allowed with a special use permit in the following geographic area:

Uptown District: Beginning at the intersection of West Third Street and South Pitt Street, between along West and East Third Streets between South Pitt Street and Reade Street; Reade Street and Reade Circle between East Third Street to Cotanche Street; Cotanche Street between Reade Circle to East Eighth Street; East Eighth Street between Cotanche Street and Evans Street; Evans Street between East Eighth Street and East Tenth Street; West Tenth Street between Evans Street and Coastal Seaboard Railroad; Coastal Seaboard Railroad between West Tenth Street and West Fifth Street; West Fifth Street between Coastal Seaboard Railroad and Pitt-Greene Connector; South Pitt Street between West Fifth Street to West Third Street and returning to the point of beginning.

Bed and breakfast inn home occupation. A single-family dwelling within which the resident owner offers temporary overnight accommodations to visitors for compensation. The use may be allowed as an accessory use home occupation to a single-family dwelling upon special use permit approval of the Board of Adjustment and in accordance with the additional conditions and requirements of section 9-4-86(U).

Beekeeping; major use. Use of any lot or building for the keeping of more than six hives.

Beekeeping; minor use. Use of any lot or building for the keeping of not more than six hives.

Best management practices (BMPs). See Article L.

Billiard parlor; pool room. Any establishment that has more than four billiard/pool tables or whose principal purpose is the operation of a billiard parlor or pool room regardless of the total number of billiard/pool tables.

Board of Adjustment. See Article S.

Boarding or rooming house. Any single-family dwelling, in which space is let by the owner occupant to not more than four persons who are not related by blood, adoption or marriage to the owner occupant. See also definition of family.

Bona fide farm. A farm used for purposes including the production and activities relating or incidental to the production of crops, grains, fruits, vegetables, ornamental and flowering plants, dairy, livestock, poultry, and all other forms of agriculture as defined in G.S. 106.581.1. Activities incidental to the farm include existing or new residences occupied by the owner, lessee, or operator of the farm and other buildings or structures supporting the farm use and operation (see G.S. 160D-903).

Buffer; water supply watershed. An area of natural or planted vegetation through which stormwater runoff flows in a diffuse manner so that the runoff does not become channelized and which provides for infiltration of the runoff and filtering of pollutants. The buffer is measured landward from the normal pool elevation of impounded structures and from the top of bank of each side of streams or rivers.

Bufferyard. See Article G.

Building. A structure with a roof which is designed or intended for the shelter, support, protection or enclosure of persons, animals, or property of any kind.

Building inspector. The person, officer or official or his or her authorized representative, whom the City Council has designated as its agent for the enforcement of the provisions of Title 9, Chapter 1, Inspections and Code Enforcement, of the City Code and the administration of duties as further provided under this chapter.

Built-upon area. Includes that portion of a development project that is covered by impervious or partially impervious cover, including buildings, pavement, gravel roads, recreation facilities (e.g., tennis courts) and the like (note: wooden slatted decks and the water area of a swimming pool are considered pervious).

Campus. The grounds of a school, college, university, hospital, church, or other institution that consists of several buildings developed and operated under a unified concept on a single tract of land or on multiple tracts of land which are in close proximity.

Catalogue processing center. An establishment engaged in the processing of mail/phone orders from merchandise catalogue(s) for on-site and/or remote transhipment of goods. All other principal and/or accessory use activities, including but not limited to retail/wholesale sales, manufacturing, storage, warehousing and the like, conducted in conjunction with any “catalogue processing center” shall be subject to independent approval in accordance with district regulations.

Catering service. An establishment engaged in the preparation and retail sale of food in a ready-to-consume state, for delivery and/or carry-out service, for off-site consumption at remote locations. The use shall not offer drive-through or drive-in services. See also definitions of restaurant, conventional and restaurant, fast food.

Certificate of compliance. A document that is required to represent that the work, as described in the permit documents, has been completed.

Chapter. As used herein shall refer to this chapter, Chapter 4, Zoning Ordinance for Greenville, North Carolina, unless otherwise referenced.

Church or place of worship. A building in which persons regularly assemble for religious worship and which is maintained and controlled by a religious body organized to sustain public worship and holding a certificate of nonprofit organization from the Secretary of State.

City Council. The governing body of the city as provided by the Charter of the City of Greenville, North Carolina. The Mayor and Council on behalf of the city, and in conformity with applicable laws, provide for the exercise of all municipal powers and are charged with the general government of the city.

Civic organization. A community-oriented humanitarian and social organization holding a certificate of nonprofit organization from the Secretary of State.

Close familial relationship. A spouse, parent, child, brother, sister, grandparent or grandchild. Includes the step, half, and in-law relationships.

Commercial agricultural facility. A commercial establishment designed to accommodate a variety of commercial uses adjacent to a farm.

(Ord. No. 20-059, § 1, passed 10-19-2020)

Convenience store. Any food-personal merchandise store which sells at retail only prepackaged food and beverage products, personal toiletries, sundries, over-the-counter medications, household supplies, magazines, and the like in combination from a limited inventory and does not stock poultry or meats.

County government operation center. A planned and unified development owned and operated by the county for the purpose of governmental service delivery to county residents. The development shall contain not less than 100 contiguous gross acres exclusive to itself and its various subparts contained therein. The term shall include offices, fire station, Sheriff Department, county jail, court, library, museum, recreation and craft facilities, park, auditorium, gymnasium, vehicle and equipment minor and major repair, indoor and outdoor storage, warehouse, health and/or social service clinic, adult education, adult and child day care, cooking and dining facilities, group care facilities and social and civic meeting rooms. Uses not specifically listed above shall only be allowed in accordance with the table of permitted and special uses for the particular district, as set forth in section 9-4-78 and Appendix A to this chapter.

County, state or federal government building or use. Any building, structure or use of the county, state or federal government or their various subparts. The term shall include offices, libraries, fire stations, sheriff department, court, recreation facilities and parks. Uses not listed above shall only be allowed in accordance with the table of permitted and special uses for the particular district.

Data processing center. A building or dedicated space within a building used to house a large group of computer systems and associated components, such as telecommunications and data processing systems, to be used for the remote storage, processing, or distribution of large amounts of data. Such facilities may also include air handlers, power generators, water cooling and storage facilities, utility substations, and other associated utility infrastructure to support operations.

Day care; adult. An establishment which provides for the care and supervision of six or more aged, handicapped or disabled adults away from their homes by persons other than their family members, custodians or guardians for periods not to exceed 18 hours within any 24-hour period.

Day care; child. An establishment which provides for the care and supervision of six or more children away from their homes by persons other than their family members, custodians or guardians for periods not to exceed 18 hours within any 24-hour period.

Determination. A written, final, and binding order or requirement regarding an administrative decision.

Developer. A person, including a governmental agency or redevelopment authority, who undertakes any development and who is the landowner of the property to be developed or who has been authorized by the landowner to undertake development on that property.

Development. Any change to improved or unimproved real estate requiring a permit from the City of Greenville, including but not limited to, the building, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure: excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land; the subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802: or initiation or a substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of the use of land, (see 160D-102(12)).

Development approval. An administrative or quasi-judicial approval made in accordance with G.S. Chapter 160D that is written and that is required prior to commencing development or undertaking a specific activity, project, or development proposal. Development approvals include, but are not limited to. zoning permits, site plan approvals, special use permits, variances, and certificates of appropriateness. The term also includes all other regulatory approvals required by regulations adopted pursuant to Title 9 of the Code of Ordinances, including plat approvals, permits issued, development agreements entered into, and building permits issued.

Development regulation. A zoning regulation, subdivision regulation, erosion and sedimentation control regulation, floodplain or flood damage prevention regulation, stormwater control regulation, wireless telecommunication facility regulation, historic preservation or landmark regulation, housing code, State Building Code enforcement, or any other regulation adopted in accordance with G.S. Chapter 160D, or a local act or charter that regulates land use or development.

Digital broadcast studio. An establishment containing one or more studios for the staging and recording, as well as digital distribution, of video or audio productions. Such productions include, but are not limited to, music, web streaming and non-feature length film.

Dining and entertainment establishment. See definition of restaurant, conventional.

Director of Planning and Development Services. The person, officer or official, or his or her authorized representative, whom the City Council has designated as its agent for the acceptance, coordination and approval of all plans and permits required by this chapter, unless otherwise specifically provided in the particular case. The “Director of Planning and Development Services” shall, excepting City Manager authority, have final administrative interpretation concerning the meaning, requirement or extent of any section, graphic or description set forth by this chapter, unless otherwise specifically provided in the particular case.

Distributed antenna system (DAS) equipment. A network of spatially separated antenna sites and supporting equipment connected to a common source that provides wireless service within a geographic area or structure. DAS and DAS equipment are not considered a public utility or use and as such, are not exempt from placement preference regulations when DAS equipment is proposed on city-owned property, within public rights-of-way and on or adjacent to existing or planned sidewalks as set forth in section 9-4-103(Q). The equipment and structures to support DAS are free-standing telecommunication towers even if they are intended to replace existing light poles, utility poles, or similar structures.

District; zoning. A section of the city or its extraterritorial area within which the zoning regulations are uniform.

Domestic Violence Center. A home for adults and children seeking relief and refuge from family violence and abuse.

Dormitory. A building or group of buildings where group sleeping accommodations are provided with or without meals for persons not members of the same family group, in one room or in a series of closely associated rooms under joint occupancy and single management, such as a college dormitory or privately owned dormitory intended for use by college students.

Down-zoning. A zoning ordinance that affects an area of land by either a) decreasing the development density of the land to be less dense than was allowed under its previous usage or b) reducing the permitted uses of land that are specified in a zoning ordinance to fewer uses than were allowed under its previous zoning classification.

Drive-through facilities. Facilities which are accessory to a principal use whereby goods or services may be offered directly to customers in motor vehicles by means which eliminate the need for customers to leave their motor vehicles. Each pickup point and associated order point(s) shall constitute a single facility.

(Ord. No. 19-057, § 1, passed 12-12-2019)

Driveway and related terms. See Title 6, Chapter 2, Article B of the City Code.

Durable goods. Any commodity whose useful life is expected to exceed three or more years.

Dwelling. Any building, structure, manufactured home, or mobile home, or part thereof, used and occupied for human habitation or intended to be so used, and includes any outhouses and appurtenances belonging thereto or usually enjoyed therewith. For the purposes of G.S. 160D Article 12, the term does not include any manufactured home, mobile home, or recreational vehicle, if used solely for a seasonal vacation purpose.

Dwelling unit. A single independent housekeeping unit with sanitation, living, dining, sleeping, and permanently installed kitchen facilities for use by one family.

Dwelling; single-family. A separate and detached structure containing one dwelling unit designed for occupancy by one family on an individual lot exclusive to the unit and its accessory use.

Dwelling; two-family attached (duplex). A separate and detached structure containing two attached dwelling units, each designed for occupancy by one family on an individual lot exclusive to the units and their accessory uses.

Dwelling; multi-family. A separate and detached structure or group of structures containing three or more total dwelling units on a common lot and sharing common facilities; or two or more single-family or two-family attached dwellings located on a common lot; or one or more attached dwelling units on a common lot and sharing common facilities with a nonresidential use. Excluded from this definition are mobile home parks and residential quarters for resident manager, supervisor or caretaker, as defined in this section.

Evidentiary hearing. A hearing to gather competent, material, and substantial evidence to make findings for a quasi-judicial decision as required by this ordinance.

Extraterritorial jurisdiction. The area beyond the corporate limits within which the planning, zoning and building regulations of the city apply in accordance with state law. The area is delineated on the official zoning map for the city.

Family. An individual living alone, or two or more persons related by blood, adoption or marriage, or a group of not more than three unrelated persons living together as a single housekeeping unit in a shared dwelling unit. See also definition of room renting.

(1) For purposes of this definition the term “persons related by blood, adoption or marriage” shall constitute the following:

(a) Blood relations.

1. Parents (including grandparents);

2. Sons and daughters;

3. Siblings;

4. Uncles and aunts (including great uncles and aunts);

5. Nephews and nieces (children of a brother or sister); and

6. First cousins (children of brothers and/or sisters).

(b) Marriage relations.

1. Spouse;

2. Step relations (mother/father, son/daughter, brother/sister);

3. Half relations (brother/sister); and

4. In-laws (mother/father, son/daughter, brother/sister).

1. As provided by law; and

2. Foster parent/child, custody consent order, or other legally recognized form of guardianship.

(2) Specifically, the individual or combination of persons listed herein may occupy a dwelling unit under this definition.

(a) One individual living alone;

(b) Up to three unrelated individuals;

(d) One family (subsection (c) above) and up to two unrelated individuals (i.e., room renting); or

(e) One family (subsection (c) above) and up to two related individuals (i.e., room renting).

Family care home. An establishment defined under G.S. 160D-907 as amended, with support and supervisory personnel that provides room and board, personal care and rehabilitation services in a family environment for not more than six resident “persons with disabilities.” “Person with disabilities” means a person with a temporary or permanent physical, emotional, or mental disability including but not limited to mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, hearing and sight impairments, emotional disturbance and orthopedic impairments but not including mentally ill persons who are dangerous to others as defined under G.S. 122-3(11)b. “Dangerous to others” means that within the relevant past, the individual has inflicted or attempted to inflict or threatened to inflict serious bodily harm on another, or has acted in such a way as to create a substantial risk of serious bodily harm to another, or has engaged in extreme destruction of property: and that there is a reasonable probability that this conduct will be repeated. Previous episodes of dangerousness to others, when applicable, may be considered when determining reasonable probability of future dangerous conduct. Clear, cogent, and convincing evidence that an individual has committed a homicide in the relevant past is prima facie evidence of dangerousness to others.

(1) The following shall be considered a “person with disabilities” for the purpose of this definition:

(a) An elderly and disabled person suffering from Alzheimer’s, senile dementia, organic brain syndrome;

(b) A recovering alcoholic or drug addict who is not currently using an illegal controlled substance; and/or

(c) A person with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and/or acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), who is in ambulatory condition.

(2) Professionals or paraprofessionals providing assistance to the occupants shall be allowed in addition to the maximum occupancy.

Farmers market. A structure or location wherein space is provided to multiple independent operators for the purpose of retail and/or wholesale trade of raw agricultural products; provided, however, the use shall not include the processing of any product or the sale of poultry, fish, shellfish, pork, beef or other wildlife or domesticated meat products.

Farming.

(1) Establishments (farms, ranches, dairies, nurseries, orchards, hatcheries and the like) primarily engaged in the production of crops, plants, vines or trees (excluding saw mills); and the keeping, grazing, or feeding of livestock for the sale of livestock or livestock products, for livestock increase, or for value increase. “Livestock” as used here includes cattle, sheep, goats, hogs and poultry. Also included are animal specialties such as horses, rabbits and fish in captivity. Agricultural production also includes establishments primarily engaged in the operation of sod farms, mushroom cellars, poultry hatcheries, and in the production of bulbs, flower seeds and vegetable seeds.

(2) A farm may consist of a single tract of land, or a number of separate tracts which may be held under different tenures. It may be operated by the operator alone or with the assistance of members of his or her household or hired employees, or it may be operated by a partnership, corporation, or other type of organization.

Fence. An artificially constructed barrier of wood, masonry, stone, wire, metal, or other manufactured material or combination of materials, not to include any portion of a building, enclosing an area of ground to mark a boundary, control access, enclose, screen, or separate areas.

(Ord. No. 21-010, § 1, passed 2-15-2021)

Flood damage prevention ordinance. An ordinance adopted by the City of Greenville found in Title 9, Chapter 6 of the City Code regulating development within flood hazard areas as designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Fraternity or sorority house. A dwelling and associated grounds occupied by and maintained for college or university students who are affiliated with a social, honorary or professional organization recognized by a college or university or within which the functions of such an organization are conducted.

Game center. Any establishment that has more than five coin/token operated or other amusement devices or whose principal purpose is the operation of a “game center” regardless of the total number of amusement devices. For purposes of this definition, the term “amusement devices” shall include electronic games and similar machines, and any other game table or device. Bingo parlors shall be considered as “game centers” regardless of the number of participants. See also definition of billiard parlor; pool room.

Golf course; nine-hole regulation length. A golf course which contains a minimum of nine, but less than 18, United States Golf Association (USGA) and National Golf Foundation (NGF) regulation length golf holes. The “golf course” may contain optional accessory use facilities including a member-guest only dining facility, snack bar, pro-shop, member-guest only social club, tennis courts, swimming facilities and/or other customarily associated golf course activity, which is open to members, guests and/or the general public. The “golf course” may be limited to member-guests only or may be open to the general public at the option of the golf course owner/management. A “nine-hole regulation length golf course” shall not contain an accessory public restaurant. For purposes of regulation under this chapter, an “executive length golf course” containing nine or more golf holes, shall be construed as a “golf course; nine-hole regulation length.” See also section 9-4-103(T).

Golf course; 18-hole regulation length. A golf course containing 18 or more United States Golf Association (USGA) and National Golf Foundation (NGF) regulation length golf holes, and optional accessory use facilities including a member-guest only dining facility and/or a public restaurant, snack bar, pro-shop, member-guest only social club, tennis courts, swimming facilities and/or other customarily associated golf course activity, which is open to members, guests and/or the general public. The “golf course” may be limited to member-guests only or may be open to the general public at the option of the golf course owner/management. For purposes of regulation under this chapter, an “executive length golf course,” containing 18 or more golf holes shall be construed as a “golf course; nine-hole regulation length.” See also section 9-4-103(T).

Group care facility. An establishment qualified for a license by the State of North Carolina for provision of resident services to more than six but not more than 25 residents who are physically disabled, mentally retarded, developmentally disabled, persons recuperating from alcohol or drug related problems, persons adjusting to society as an alternative to imprisonment and persons recuperating from mental or emotional illness. This definition shall not include mentally ill persons who are dangerous to others. “Dangerous to others” means that within the recent past, the individual has inflicted or attempted to inflict or threatened to inflict serious bodily harm on another, or has acted in such a way as to create a substantial risk of serious bodily harm to another, or has engaged in extreme destruction of property; and that there is a reasonable probability that his or her conduct will be repeated. Previous episodes of dangerousness to others, when applicable, may be considered when determining reasonable probability of future dangerous conduct. Professionals or paraprofessionals providing assistance to the occupants shall be allowed in addition to the maximum occupancy.

Guest house for a college or other institution of higher learning. A building and accessory structure(s) designed for residential occupancy and containing rooms, suites, separate or connecting units, where without compensation lodging is provided on a short-term basis to guests of the associated institution. For purposes of this definition, the words “short- term basis” shall include only daily or weekly periods. No persons shall utilize, consider or reference any room, suite or unit within any “guest house” as a secondary or primary place of residence. This definition shall not include hotel or motel and/or bed and breakfast inns.

Hazardous. Any use, product, operation, material, compound or reaction which by its known or reasonably expected nature creates excessive noise, odor, smoke, dust, danger of fire or explosion, emission of gas, particles, solids or other objectionable or toxic characteristics which may adversely impact the public’s health, safety and general welfare. Nonhazardous shall include those attributes which by their nature do not qualify under the above definition.

Hazardous material. Any substance listed as such in SARA Section 302, Extremely Hazardous Substances, CERCLA Hazardous Substances, or Section 311 of CWA (oil and hazardous substances) as amended. See also definition of toxic substance.

Height of structure. The vertical distance from grade to the highest finished roof surface in the case of flat roofs or to a point at the average height of the highest roof having a pitch. For purposes of this definition the term “grade” shall be construed as the average street side ground elevation at the base of a structure. Any decorative roof structure or parapet wall extending above an exterior wall line shall be included in and count toward the calculation of allowable height. The average height of a pitch roof shall be the midpoint of a vertical line extending from the top of the exterior wall to the highest point of the finished roof surface.

Historic Preservation Commission terms and definitions. See Title 9, Chapter 7, Greenville City Code.

Home occupation. An activity conducted for financial gain as an accessory use to a detached single-family dwelling unit by a member of the family residing in the dwelling unit.

(1) “Home occupation” shall meet all of the following characteristics:

(a) Shall only be permitted within detached single-family dwelling units;

(b) Shall not be permitted within any accessory building;

(d) Shall not occupy more than 20% of the mechanically conditioned enclosed floor space of the dwelling unit;

(e) Shall not employ more than one person other than those persons legally residing within the principal use dwelling;

(f) Shall not be visible from any public right-of-way or adjacent property line;

(g) Shall not involve the on-site sales of products;

(h) Shall not involve any outside storage of related materials, parts or supplies;

(i) Shall have signage in accordance with Article N; and

(j) Shall not create any hazard or nuisance to the occupants residing or working within the principal use dwelling or to area residents or properties.

(2) The following permitted limited in-home services and/or business activities shall not constitute a “home occupation” and shall be construed as an incidental accessory residential use within any dwelling, for purposes of regulation under this chapter, provided that: 1. not more than one person is engaged in the conduct of the listed activity; 2. the person that is engaged in the conduct of the activity shall be a permanent resident within the subject dwelling; 3. not more than two customer/clients shall be allowed on the premises at any one time; 4. no on-site signage shall be displayed in connection with the limited in-home service and/or business activity; and 5. the activity is compliant with characteristics (1)(b), (c), (d), (f), (g), (h), and (j) above:

(a) Music or dance instructor, provided all associated amplified and/or non-amplified sound is not plainly audible, within any adjacent area dwelling unit or beyond the adjacent property line;

(b) Educational tutoring;

(d) Attorney at law;

(e) Counseling, including psychologist, marriage and similar professional counselor;

(f) Doctor, physical therapist or other similar health care professional;

(g) Consultant, including public relations, advertising, computer science, engineering, architect and other similar professional consultant;

(h) Clothes alteration seamstress; excluding garment manufacturing, shoe repair and sales of clothing items;

(i) Catalogue ordering sales consultant business wherein retail products are ordered by the end customer from a catalogue and/or by reference to limited samples displayed at off-site locations remote to the business address;

(j) Artist, photographer/videographer, graphic designer, writer;

(k) Real estate broker/realtor;

(l) Real estate/personal property appraiser;

(m) General contractor, including building, painting, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, landscape, and cleaning/janitorial service, excluding any of the following activities on-site:

1. Physical display and/or storage of products and materials;

2. Manufacture or assembly;

3. Storage of construction or service delivery equipment including trucks, trailers, excavators, tractors, and mowers of a type and number uncommon to typical domestic residential use; provided, however, a personal transportation vehicle customarily associated with residential use shall be permitted.

(n) The incidental use of any dwelling by the occupant(s) for the purpose of receiving or transmitting messages or mail, record or bookkeeping, filing, address listing for applicable privilege license or tax identification and other similar activities, which do not involve the on-site sale, delivery, distribution, reception, storage or manufacture of goods, products or services.

Hookah Café. An establishment that, as a primary or accessory use, provides for the on-site consumption of shisha or similar flavored tobacco products.

Hotel, motel, bed and breakfast inn; extended stay lodging. A building or group of buildings containing guest rooms, suites, separate or connecting units where for compensation lodging is provided on an extended stay basis. For purposes of this definition, the words “extended stay basis” shall include daily, weekly or monthly periods not to exceed 90 continuous days. See also definition of hotel, motel, bed and breakfast inn; limited stay lodging.

Hotel, motel, bed and breakfast inn; limited stay lodging. A building or group of buildings containing guest rooms, suites, separate or connecting units where for compensation lodging is provided on a limited stay basis. For purposes of this definition, the words “limited stay basis” shall include only daily or weekly periods not to exceed 30 continuous days. See also definition of hotel, motel, bed and breakfast inn; extended stay lodging.

Incidental assembly; accessory. The process of blending or assembling previously manufactured components or parts into finished products, for wholesale and/or retail trade from the point of assembly.

Internal service facility. Facilities incidental to the permitted nonresidential principal use(s), including cafeterias, snack bars and similar retail activities conducted solely for the convenience of employees, patients, patrons, or occasional visitors, provided that the facilities are housed within the principal or related buildings and provided that neither the facility itself nor any advertising display is visible beyond the premises.

Internet sweepstakes business. Any business enterprise, whether as a principal or an accessory use, where persons utilize electronic machines, including but not limited to computers and gaming terminals, to conduct games, including but not limited to sweepstakes and video poker, and where cash, merchandise or other items of value are redeemed or otherwise distributed, whether or not the value of such distribution is determined by electronic games played or by predetermined odds. This use does not include any lottery approved by the State of North Carolina.

Junk yard. Use of land or buildings or other structures for indoor and outdoor storage, collection, demolition, dismantling, processing, abandonment, sale or resale of junk including scrap metal, rags, paper, other scrap materials, used lumber, used building materials, salvaged house wrecking, salvaged structural steel, salvaged materials, salvaged equipment, automobiles, and boats or other vehicles or machinery or parts thereof. This definition shall also include automobile graveyards.

Kennel. A use of land or buildings for the keeping of four or more dogs.

Landfill. A facility for the disposal of solid waste on land in a sanitary manner in accordance with G.S. Chapter 130A, Article 9, as amended. For the purpose of this chapter, this term does not include composting facilities.

Land development administrative manual. An administrative manual which specifies the procedures and application requirements necessary to ensure compliance with the minimum ordinance standards established by City Council for various land use and development activities. The Manual is incorporated herein by reference.

Land use intensity (LUI). See Article K.

Laundries; commercial. Establishments engaged in the dry cleaning or power machine washing of bed linens, table covers, hand towels, uniforms, diapers, furs or other personal use items on a contract or fee basis.

Laundries; industrial. Establishments engaged in the dry cleaning or power machine washing of rugs, mats, carpets, upholstery, drapery or other nonpersonal use items on a contract or fee basis.

Legislative decision. The adoption, amendment, or repeal of a regulation under this ordinance and others authorized by G.S. Chapter 160D.

Legislative hearing. A hearing to solicit public comment on a proposed legislative decision.

Lot. A parcel of land or a division or combination of a parcel or parcels of land either existing on the effective date of this chapter as provided by section 9-4-15 or as created by and in accordance with applicable subdivision regulations of the appropriate authority.

Lot coverage. The ground area of a lot which is encompassed by the exterior foundation limits, including any supports, of a building or other covered or enclosed structure. Parking areas, drives, exterior storage areas, stormwater detention structures and the like shall not be included under this definition.

Lot depth. The horizontal distance between front and rear lot lines.

Lot, corner. A lot which has frontage on at least two intersecting streets, provided that the interior angle of the intersection is less than 135 degrees.

Lot, double frontage. A lot which fronts on two parallel streets, or which fronts upon two streets which do not intersect at the boundaries of the lot.

Lot, frontage. The distance between side lot lines measured along the street right-of-way or easement.

Lot line. A line that marks the boundary of a lot.

Lot line, front. The common boundary line between a street right-of-way or easement line and the lot line.

Lot width. The distance between side lot lines measured along the minimum public or private street setback line unless otherwise provided.

Lot of record. A lot which is a part of a subdivision or plat which has been recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds of Pitt County, or a lot described by metes and bounds, the description of which has been recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds in accordance with the subdivision regulations in effect at the time of recordation.

Live performance theater. A facility for holding live performances, motion pictures, plays, and live music through the sale of tickets and allows banquets as an accessory use. Such use is limited in its location, size and operation in accordance with the provisions of section 9-4-86(RR). (See also section 9-4-86).

Manual of Standard Designs and Details. The Manual of Standard Designs and Details is a supplement to the subdivision regulations. Such supplement contains engineering designs and details relative to plat layout; storm drainage design; sedimentation control; basins; pipes and manholes; ending walls and retaining walls; street standards; pavement design; ground cover; driveways; parking; stormwater detention and other uniform design standards.

Manual for the Design and Construction of Water and Waste Water System Extensions for Greenville Utilities Commission. The Manual for the Design and Construction of Water and Waste Water System Extensions for Greenville Utilities Commission is a supplement to the subdivision regulations. This supplement contains design considerations, submittal requirements, material specifications and project guidelines for water and sanitary sewer system extensions.

Manufactured building. A structure consisting of one or more transportable sections built and labeled within a manufacturing plant facility in accordance with the appropriate state or federal construction code which governs the structure’s intended usage when erected on a building site.

Manufacturing. Establishments engaged in the mechanical or chemical transformation of materials or substances into new products. These establishments are usually described as plants, factories, or mills and characteristically use power driven machines and materials handling equipment. Establishments engaged in assembling component parts of manufactured products are also considered manufacturing if the new product is neither a structure nor other fixed improvement. Also included is the blending of materials such as lubricating oils, plastics, resins or liquors.

(1) The materials processed by manufacturing establishments include products of agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining and quarrying as well as products of other manufacturing establishments. The new product of a manufacturing establishment may be “finished” in the sense that it is ready for utilization or consumption, or it may be “semifinished” to become a raw material for an establishment engaged in further “manufacturing.”

(2) The materials used by manufacturing establishments may be purchased directly from producers, obtained through customary trade channels, or secured without recourse to the market by transferring the product from one establishment to another which is under the same ownership. “Manufacturing” production is usually carried on for the wholesale market, for interplant transfer or to order for industrial users, rather than for direct sale to the domestic consumer.

Massage parlors. An establishment wherein the manipulation of body muscle or tissue is performed by rubbing, stroking, kneading or tapping by hand or mechanical device and as further defined and regulated pursuant to Title 11, Chapter 10, Article B of the City Code.

Master Planned Community (MPC). See Article J.

Mental health, emotional or physical rehabilitation center.

(1) An establishment qualified for a license by the State of North Carolina which provides resident services to more than 25 persons who reside at the establishment and who are physically disabled, mentally retarded, developmentally disabled, persons recuperating from alcohol or drug related problems and persons recuperating from mental or emotional illness, but not including mentally ill persons who are dangerous to others. State licensed family care homes and group care facilities are not included under this definition.

(2) “Dangerous to others” means that within the recent past, the individual has inflicted or attempted to inflict or threatened to inflict serious bodily harm on another, or has acted in such a way as to create a substantial risk of serious bodily harm to another, or has engaged in extreme destruction of property; and that there is a reasonable probability that his conduct will be repeated. Previous episodes of dangerousness to others, when applicable, may be considered when determining reasonable probability of future dangerous conduct. Professionals or paraprofessionals providing assistance to the occupants shall be allowed in addition to the maximum occupancy.

(Ord. No. 09-75, § 1, passed 9-10-2009)

Mental health, emotional or physical rehabilitation day program facility.

(1) An establishment qualified for a license by the State of North Carolina which provides a day treatment, day activity or other extended counseling service to persons who do not reside at the establishment and who are physically disabled, mentally retarded, developmentally disabled, persons recuperating from alcohol or drug related problems, persons adjusting to society as an alternative to imprisonment, children or adolescents who are emotionally disturbed and need special educational services, and persons recuperating from mental or emotional illness, but not including mentally ill persons who are dangerous to others. Persons receiving service at the establishment may be at the facility for no longer than 18 hours within any 24-hour period.

(Ord. No. 09-75, § 1, passed 9-10-2009)

Microblading. A personal service in which one or more licensed provider(s) places pigment into the skin by the aid of needles or any other instrument used to puncture the skin, for cosmetic enhancement or cosmetic restoration. Permanent makeup, microstroking, and micropigmentation are terms sometimes used to describe microblading.

Microbrewery. A facility for the brewing of malt beverages that is limited in its location, size and operation in accordance with the provisions of section 9-4-86.QQ. (See also section 9-4-86.QQ).

Microdistillery. A facility for the distillation of spirituous liquors that is limited in its location, size and operation in accordance with the provisions of section 9-4-86(UU) (See also section 9-4-86(UU)).

(Ord. No. 20-064, § 1, passed 11-16-2020)

Mining. The extraction of minerals occurring naturally: solids, such as coal and ores; liquids, such as crude petroleum; and gases, such as natural gas. The term “mining” is also used in the broad sense to include quarrying, well operation, milling (crushing, screening, washing, flotation and the like), and other preparation customarily done at the mine site or as a part of mining activity.

Mobile home. A manufactured building designed to be used as a single-family dwelling unit which has been constructed and labeled indicating compliance with the HUD-administered National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974.

Mobile home park; conforming. See Article H.

Mobile home park; nonconforming. A parcel of land containing two or more mobile home dwelling units where the placement or improvements do not conform to the minimum requirements of this chapter.

Mobile home site or lot. A parcel of land in a mobile home park designed to accommodate one mobile home and its accessory building or uses for the exclusive use of the occupants.

Mobile home stand. That area of a mobile home site or lot which has been reserved for the placement of a mobile home.

Modular building. A manufactured building constructed in accordance with the North Carolina State Building Code.

Modular building (nonresidential and multi-family). A manufactured building designed to be used as a multi-family dwelling (three or more units) or as a nonresidential structure which has been constructed and labeled indicating compliance with the North Carolina State Building Code.

Modular component. Any sub-system, sub-assembly, or other system designed for use in or as part of a structure, which may include structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and fire protection systems and other systems affecting health and safety and is usually of closed construction.

Modular data processing facility. A building, dedicated space within a building, or group of modular structures used to house a large group of computer systems and associated components, such as telecommunications and data processing systems, to be used for the remote storage, processing, or distribution of large amounts of data. Such facilities may also include air handlers, power generators, water cooling and storage facilities, utility substations, and other associated utility infrastructure to support operations. This definition shall not apply to data processing centers or where such facilities are accessory or incidental to another primary use.

Modular home. A manufactured building designed to be used as a detached single-family dwelling or two-family attached dwelling (duplex) which has been constructed and labeled indicating compliance with the North Carolina State Building Code, as amended.

Multi-purpose center. A facility owned and operated, by a governmental unit and/or private association holding a certificate of nonprofit organization from the Secretary of State, for the purpose of providing community support activities including health screening (excluding treatment), library and museum extensions, adult education, child and adult day care, cooking and dining facilities, recreation and crafts, social and civic meeting rooms, and other closely related community support activities which are found to be compatible with surrounding and area properties.

(1) Due to the general/multiple use nature of the facility each and every activity, including the method and extent of operation, proposed for inclusion at each separate location shall be specifically considered by the Board of Adjustment. Activities not specifically approved by the Board of Adjustment shall be prohibited.

(2) Specifically prohibited under this definition are: Shelters for homeless or abused, family care facilities, group care facilities, college and other institutions of higher learning, business or trade schools, vocational rehabilitation center, auditorium, theater, and commercial activities including but not limited to retail sales.

Municipal government building or use. Any building, structure or use of the City of Greenville or its various subparts. This term shall include fire stations, police stations, municipal offices, libraries, recreation facilities and parks, civic centers or auditoriums. Uses not listed above shall only be allowed in accordance with the table of permitted and special uses for the particular district. Where municipally operated facilities to be used for athletic events and/or night programs are to be located in residential areas, a legislative hearing shall be properly advertised and conducted before City Council for the purpose of hearing and considering any comments by the public as to the location under consideration.

Noncommercial park or recreational facility. An accessory use recreation area and related improvements commonly associated with a residential subdivision or development which has been reserved for the private use of members of a common property owners and/or tenants association and their guests. Such use may include clubhouse facilities, swimming pools, ball courts and/or fields, play lots and equipment, walking or fitness trails, picnic shelters and/or tables and the like. All such facilities shall be owned and operated by the aforesaid association on a not-for-profit basis, provided however, dues or other fees may be collected for maintenance and related expenses from the membership and/or their guests.

Nonconformity. Any dimensional, area, use or other situation, which does not comply with the requirements, standards or conditions set forth by the Zoning Ordinance, whether existing on the effective date of this chapter or following any amendment thereto.

Nonprofit; use. Any use holding a certificate of nonprofit organization from the Secretary of State for social, literary, political, civic, religious, fraternal, recreational or charitable purposes, which is not operated for profit or to render a service which is customarily conducted as a business.

Nursing, convalescent or maternity home; major care facility. A health care establishment licensed by the state for care, supervision and provision of resident services to seven or more individuals on a temporary or permanent basis. The establishment may contain the following onsite activities and/or facilities for the exclusive use of resident occupants: health care; food preparation and eating; recreation and exercise; counseling, social work and education; and living quarters for resident manager(s). Maximum occupancy shall be regulated by the North Carolina State Building Code and/or applicable license. The following uses shall not be considered under this definition: family care home; group care facility; retirement center; and shelter for homeless or abused.

Nursing, convalescent or maternity home; minor care facility. A health care establishment licensed by the state for care, supervision and provision of resident services to six or fewer individuals on a temporary or permanent basis. The establishment may contain the following on-site activities and/or facilities for the exclusive use of resident occupants: health care; food preparation and eating; recreation and exercise; counseling, social work and education; and living quarters for resident manager(s). Maximum occupancy shall be regulated by the North Carolina State Building Code and/or applicable license; provided, however, not more than eight persons, including both resident individuals receiving care and any resident manager(s), shall occupy any “minor care facility.” The following uses shall not be considered under this definition: family care home; group care facility; retirement center; and shelter for homeless or abused.

On-site manager. A person principally in charge of a Bar 2022 when the permit holder of the establishment is not on-site and who is listed with and approved by the City as an on-site manager.

Open space. The natural, vegetated or landscaped portions of a lot. Open drainage ditches, ponds and the like may count toward any “open space” requirement. Except as specifically provided, portions of a lot covered by buildings, structures, parking areas, drives, exterior storage areas, swimming pools, ball courts, decks, patios, porches and the like shall not be construed as “open space.”

Operation/processing center. An office facility engaged in providing operation and data processing services to other remote office, commercial or industrial uses including parent, subsidiary or independent operations. Activities may consist of providing specialized services such as bank transaction and coupon processing or making data processing equipment available to others. All other principal and/or accessory use activities, including but not limited to professional/business/ medical offices, retail/wholesale sales, manufacturing, storage, warehousing and the like, conducted in conjunction with any “operation/processing center” shall be subject to independent approval in accordance with district regulations.

Pawnbroker. Any person who loans money on the security of personal property pledged in his or her keeping.

Pet grooming facility. Any premises containing four or more domesticated animals, which are five months or older, where these domestic animals are dropped off and picked up for temporary care on site related to grooming. Grooming activities include both the hygienic care and cleaning of a dog, as well as a process by which a dog's physical appearance is enhanced for showing or other types of competition.

Pet shop. An establishment which sells domesticated animals to be kept for pleasure rather than for utility. “Pet shops” are completely enclosed operations which utilize outside storage of animals only pursuant to further approval under the animal boarding; outside facility definition contained herein.

Planned center. A development which meets any of the following conditions:

(1) A lot of record held in singular or joint ownership which contains two or more principal uses;

(2) Any two or more units held pursuant to the North Carolina Condominium Act;

(3) Any two or more lots which have been platted pursuant to the subdivision regulations as a townhouse division. For purposes of this section, the term “townhouse division” shall constitute the division of land containing attached units within one or several structures and may include the reservation of common area and which are restricted to internal access through the original lot, common area(s) or easements; or

(4) A development platted pursuant to the subdivision regulations involving any outparcel which is dependent on the original development tract or other outparcel for compliance under Article G and/or Article P contained herein. Mutually dependent lots or outparcels shall be construed as a “planned center.”

Planned unit development (PUD). See Article J.

Planning and Zoning Commission. The body created by City Council in section 9-2-1 of the City Code, pursuant to G.S. 160D-301 and 160D-604, to act as a planning agency for the City Council on planning and zoning matters within the city’s planning and zoning jurisdiction.

Portable temporary storage unit. Any temporary and portable accessory use container, trailer, cart, sled or other portable structure that exceeds ten square feet in floor surface storage area, that is owned, leased or rented for the purpose of temporary storage and/or transport of personal property, items and materials and which is located on any lot, other than the unit owner’s commercial storage lot or facility, for more than 336 continuous hours. This definition shall include motorized and nonmotorized units, enclosed and unenclosed units, and wheeled and non-wheeled units. Exempt from this definition are licensed motor vehicles and trailers customarily associated with the on-site principal use and approved garbage and waste containers located on nonresidential or multi-family sites.

Porch. An attached, open, unenclosed (including screening and the like) roofed entrance to a building, including necessary supports.

Premises. A fixed permanent establishment, including all areas inside or outside extensions, including but not limited to decks, porches, patios, the establishment, where the permit holder has control through a lease, deed, or other legal process, including areas related to the fixed permanent establishment that are in close proximity. Premises larger than the allowable square footage under Bar 2022 must be appropriately separated to meet the allowable square footage and meet all applicable building code requirements, including future amendments, and independent of other available space within the same premises that exceeds the 3,500 square feet requirement.

Principal use. The primary purpose for which a building structure or lot is designed, arranged or intended and for which it is or may be used under these regulations.

Public nuisance violation. Violations that do not present an immediate or imminent danger to the general public but relate to quality of life issues. Public nuisance violations can cause a hearing for a modification or revocation to be requested by PDS if at least four violations resulting in the issuance of a violation occur within a six-month period.

Public safety violation. Violations that are related to the sole or principal purpose to protect the health, safety and welfare of patrons or employees of an establishment and the general public. These violations are split into two classes: major and/or minor.

(1) Major violations are of such an egregious nature that it warrants immediate action. Major violations can cause a hearing for modification or revocation of a special use permit to be requested by PDS if at least two violations resulting in the issuance of a violation occur within a six-month period. This shall not limit the ability of PDS to request a hearing for a modification or revocation for a single egregious violation.

(2) Minor violations do not warrant immediate action. Minor violations can cause a hearing for modification or revocation of a special use permit to be requested by PDS if at least four violations resulting in the issuance of a violation occur within a six-month period.

Public utility building or use. Any above-ground building or use necessary for the delivery of electric, water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, gas, telephone, cable TV or other utility service system which meets any one of the following conditions. Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and supporting DAS equipment are not considered a public utility or use.

(1) Utilizes structures in excess of 100 total square feet;

(2) Utilizes any structure in excess of 15 feet in height;

(3) Requires any on-site permanent maintenance or service attendant;

(4) Requires or utilizes three or more parking spaces; and

(5) Creates noise, smoke, dust, odor, glare or any other condition which may have an adverse impact on area properties or uses.

Quasi-judicial decision. A decision involving the findings of fact regarding a specific application of this ordinance and requiring the exercise of discretion when applying the standards of this ordinance. Quasi-judicial decisions include, but are not limited to, decisions involving variances, special use permits, certificates of appropriateness, and appeals of administrative decisions.

Recreational vehicle or travel trailer (camper). Any vehicle equipped with some or all facilities normally found in a dwelling unit and designed to serve temporarily as a substitute dwelling for short periods of time.

Repair; major. The following activities shall be considered “major repair:”

(1) Engine overhaul or dismantling of subparts;

(2) Body or frame repair;

(3) Windshield or glass replacement;

(4) Transmission, starter, alternator or other subpart rework service;

(5) Welding or metal cutting; and

(6) Any other repair other than minor repair.

Repair; minor. The following activities shall be considered “minor repair:”

(1) Engine tune-up; changing of plugs, filters, oil, lubricants, belts, adjustments;

(2) Change and rotate tires;

(3) Brake services;

(4) Electrical system services;

(5) Radiator services;

(6) Muffler services; and

(7) Battery service.

Research and development facility. An establishment which conducts research, development, or controlled production of high-technology electronic, industrial, or scientific products or commodities for sale or laboratories conducting educational or medical research or testing. This term includes but is not limited to a biotechnology firm or a manufacturer of nontoxic computer components.

(Ord. 20-020, § 1, passed 5-18-2020)

Residential cluster development (RCD). See Article M.

Residential use. The use of land and buildings for domestic occupancy within dwelling units, including single-family, two-family attached, multi-family, boarding house, rooming house, family care home and land use intensity (rating 50) development, by the persons authorized to occupy the units. Uses not listed above shall be considered as nonresidential uses for purposes of Article D, Part 3.

Restaurant, conventional. An eating establishment open to the general public of which the principal use is food services, including food ordering, food preparation and on-premises food consumption, and which meets all of the following:

(1) Has sales of prepared and/or packaged foods, in a ready-to-consume state, in excess of 30% of the total gross receipts for the establishment during any month.

(a) In determining the portion of sales that can be attributed to the sale of prepared and/or packaged food in a ready-to-consume state, the following sales shall be included: food prepared in the establishment's kitchen and served as a meal to be consumed on the premises or as a take-out order; packaged food sold to accompany the meal; and non-alcoholic beverages sold to accompany the meal.

(b) The following shall not be included in the portion of sales that can be attributed to the sales of prepared and/or packaged food in a ready-to-consume state: mixed alcoholic beverages, including the mixer; any other alcoholic beverage; grocery items not ordered and purchased with meals; and any other product, item, entertainment, service or gratuity which is not specified in this subsection (1) as a sale to be included in the portion of sales that can be attributed to the sales of prepared and/or packaged food in a ready-to-consume state.

(c) For purposes of determining compliance under this subsection (1), the Zoning Enforcement Officer may utilize and rely upon any routine or special audit report prepared by a department, division of a department, or agency of the State of North Carolina.

(2) May offer food in disposable containers;

(3) Does provide sit down dining area(s);

(4) Does provide table cleaning and clearing (busboy) services;

(5) Does provide attendant (waiter/waitress) food delivery services, unless over the counter service is provided in accordance with subsection (9) below;

(6) May offer carry-out and/or off-site delivery services, provided the food service is an accessory activity;

(7) Does not offer drive-in attendant services;

(8) May exhibit one but not both of the following operational functions or characteristics:

(a) Drive-through service; or

(b) Over the counter service. For purposes of this section, the term "over the counter service" shall include both customer ordering and the receipt of food, excepting beverages, condiments, utensils and the like, from an order/delivery station or counter remote to the on-site place of consumption.

(9) May have a full service bar, live or recorded amplified music, floor show and dancing area which is open to the restaurant patrons and general public and is limited to the hours of operation of the principal use restaurant.

Restaurant, fast food.

(1) An eating establishment open to the general public of which the principal use is food services, including food ordering, food preparation and on-premises food consumption, and which meets all of the following:

(a) Does not require a membership, cover or minimum charge for admittance or service during regular or special periods of operation;

(b) Has sales of prepared and/or packaged foods, in a ready-to-consume state, in excess of 50% of the total gross receipts for the establishment during any month.

1. In determining the portion of sales that can be attributed to the sale of prepared and/or packaged food in a ready-to-consume state, the following sales shall be included: food prepared in the establishment’s kitchen and served as a meal to be consumed on the premises or as a take-out order; packaged food sold to accompany the meal; and non-alcoholic beverages sold to accompany the meal.

2. The following shall not be included in the portion of sales that can be attributed to the sales of prepared and/or packaged food in a ready-to-consume state: mixed alcoholic beverages, including the mixer; any other alcoholic beverage; grocery items not ordered and purchased with meals; and any other product, item, entertainment, service, or gratuity which is not specified in this subsection (b) as a sale to be included in the portion of sales that can be attributed to the sales of prepared and/or packaged food in a ready-to-consume state.

3. For purposes of determining compliance under this subsection (b), the Zoning Enforcement Officer may utilize and rely upon any routine or special audit report prepared by a department, division of a department, or agency of the State of North Carolina.

(d) May have as an ancillary or accessory use a full service bar, live or recorded amplified music, floor show, and dancing area which is open to the restaurant patrons and general public and is limited to the hours of operation of the principal use restaurant.

(2) The following is not considered a “restaurant, fast food” under this definition.

(a) Ancillary or accessory food service for a permitted principal use where the food service is open to the general public such as an employee and/or patron cafeteria or eating area;

(b) Temporary food service as part of permitted temporary uses such as carnivals, fairs, street fairs, circuses, athletic events, community events, concerts, nonprofit fund raising events, emergency shelters and the like; or

(c) Any establishment where the preparation of food is merely incidental to the sale of food such as a grocery store or food market and the like.

(Ord. No. 09-27, § 4, passed 4-9-2009)

Restaurant and/or dining and entertainment establishment; outdoor activities.

(1) A principal and/or accessory use associated with or utilized in conjunction with a conventional or fast food restaurant or a dining and entertainment establishment which is intended for the temporary or permanent conduct of activities relative to the sale, transfer or enjoyment of products and/or services to persons located on the business premises and which is open and unenclosed on one or more sides or which is without a complete roof structure. For purposes of this section, all areas not constituting “mechanically conditioned area” as determined by the Building Inspector shall be considered open and unenclosed. Additionally, fences and/or wire or plastic mesh screens shall be considered open and unenclosed for purposes of this section.

(2) Use of any amplified outdoor audio sound system including loud speakers, audio speakers or other electronic or mechanical sound transmission devices shall be considered as an “outdoor activity” for purposes of this definition.

(Ord. No. 09-27, § 5, passed 4-9-2009)

Restaurant and/or dining and entertainment establishment; regulated outdoor activities. Any restaurant and/or dining and entertainment establishment; outdoor activity, as defined herein, which is located within 300 feet, as measured to the closest point, of any residential district, excepting CDF, which allows single-family dwellings as a permitted use.

(Ord. No. 09-27, § 6, passed 4-9-2009)

Retail sales. Establishments engaged in selling merchandise for personal or household consumption, and rendering services incidental to the sale of goods. Establishments are classified by kind of business according to the principal lines of commodities sold (apparel), or the usual trade designation (shoe store). Characteristics of retail trade establishment are: the establishment is usually a place of business and is engaged in activities to attract the general public to buy; the establishment buys or receives merchandise as well as sells; the establishment may process its products, but the processing is incidental or subordinate to selling; the establishment is considered as retail in the trade; and the establishment sells to customers for personal or household use.

Retail sales; incidental. Retail sales accessory and incidental to the permitted nonresidential principal use including sales of: manufactured products; goods distributed at wholesale; repair and/or replacement parts; products and/or goods resulting from, utilized in and related to commercial, medical, professional or personal services and recreational activities. Such “incidental retail sales” shall meet all of the following requirements:

(1) Shall be an accessory use to the principal use;

(2) Shall be housed completely within the principal or related accessory structure;

(3) Shall not occupy more than 10% of the floor area of the principal or related accessory structure;

(4) Shall not constitute more than 20% of the gross income produced by the associated principal use during any month; and

(5) Neither the activity itself nor any advertising display shall be visible beyond the premises.

Retirement center. A facility which provides housing, meals, recreational and educational activities, and medical care for retired people. This term shall include the following uses within a retirement facility: dwelling units in accordance with district standards, nursing facilities or infirmaries, food preparation and services for the occupants, administrative offices, recreational facilities, and assembly halls.

Room renting. Accessory residential occupancy within an owner-occupied dwelling unit wherein space is let, by the resident owner, to persons who are not related to the resident family by blood, adoption or marriage; provided that the total dwelling unit occupancy shall be limited to not more than two persons in addition to the resident owner and persons related to the resident owner by blood, adoption or marriage who constitute a family. For purposes of this definition, the term “family” and the term “persons related by blood, adoption, or marriage” shall be as defined in the definition of family contained in this section.

Satellite dish antennae. A structure capable of receiving communications from a transmitter relay located in planetary orbit.

School. A use of land or buildings for academic instruction authorized and administered by the Pitt County School System or other comparable private schools.

School; small, private. A private educational institution providing full time instruction and including accessory facilities traditionally associated with a program of study, which meets the requirements of the laws of the state, that has no more than 500 students.

(Ord. No. 20-052, § 1, passed 9-14-2020)

Section. Those sections found within this chapter, Title 9, Chapter 4 , Zoning Ordinance, for Greenville, North Carolina unless otherwise referenced.

Service; general. A useful labor that does not produce a commodity.

Service; personal. Labor of a physical, communicative, individualized or domestic nature that directly benefits an individual.

Service; professional. Labor of a technical, clerical, administrative or artistic nature that directly benefits an individual or a commercial, institutional or industrial operation.

Setback lines. The lines which parallel any public street right-of-way, private street easement, side and rear property line or peripheral boundary line which delineates the area of a lot upon which a building may be constructed or expanded.

Shelter, fallout. An accessory structure or portion of a structure that provides protection to human life during periods of danger, including nuclear fallout, air raids, storms or other emergencies.

Shelter for homeless or abused. An establishment operated by a governmental or nonprofit organization intended to be used solely for temporary occupancy by homeless or abused persons.

Signs. See Article N of this chapter.

Soil erosion and sedimentation control ordinance terms and definitions. See Title 9, Chapter 8 of the City Code.

Solar collector, accessory. A device or structure for which the primary purpose is to convert solar radiant energy into another source for direct power consumption and interconnection with the power grid to offset energy consumption of a principal use. The device may be roof-mounted or ground-mounted as an accessory use.

Solar energy facility. A solar collection system that generates electricity from sunlight to a wholesale electricity market through a regional transmission organization and an inter-connection with the local utility power grid and/or for direct distribution to more than one property or consumer as a commercial venture located on a parcel containing a minimum of 30 acres. Solar energy facilities shall consist of a minimum of three individual photovoltaic modules (solar panels), which are an assembly of solar cells to generate electricity. Solar facilities constructed only for the production of electricity dedicated to another facility co-located the same site, or a solar facility which is clearly a subordinate accessory land use, shall not be subject to the special use permit requirements.

Special use. A use of land, buildings or structures that requires special and individual control over number, area, location, design, methods of operation, and relationship to surrounding uses in order to promote the public health, safety and general welfare.

Special use permit. A permit issued to authorize development or land uses in a particular zoning district upon presentation of competent, material, and substantial evidence establishing compliance with one or more general standards requiring that judgment and discretion be exercised as well as compliance with specific standards, (see G.S.160D-102).

Sports ramp. Any elevated outdoor use, facility or structure which is designed and/or utilized for principal or accessory recreational purposes or activities, including bike ramps, skateboard ramps or any other ramp, tract or slide designed for use by fixed or free-motion vehicle(s), device(s) or apparatus. For the purpose of this definition the terms “vehicle(s), device(s) or apparatus” shall include all motorized, self-propelled, manual or gravity-assisted conveyances. For the purpose of this definition the term “sports ramp” shall include facilities or structures constructed from building materials, pre-fabricated or specialized kits or compacted earth mounds.

Stable. A building or structure designed or used for maintaining livestock or horses or for the storage of manure or soil fertilizer.

Stockyard or livestock sales pavilion. A place, establishment or facility consisting of pens or other enclosures, and their appurtenances, in which live cattle, sheep, swine, horses, mules, goats or fowl are received, held or kept for sale or shipment in commerce. The terms “stockyard” and “livestock sales pavilion” as used in this article shall not be interpreted to mean a place, establishment, facility or farm where livestock is reared by an individual producer such as a farmer, dairy farmer or livestock breeder for agricultural purposes.

Storm drainage ordinance terms and definitions. See Title 9, Chapter 9 of the City Code.

Story. That portion of a building between the upper surface of a floor and upper surface of the floor or roof next above. Attic space which is arranged, built, finished or intended for business occupancy or habitation shall be considered as a floor for purposes of this definition. Where no floors exist (e.g., water towers, observation towers, grandstands, stadiums, belfries), each 12 feet of height shall constitute one story.

Streets. Those areas delineated by dedicated rights-of-way or common property easements upon which improvements have been made for use by and open to the public.

Streets; public. Streets that have been accepted for permanent maintenance by either the State of North Carolina or the City of Greenville.

Streets; private. Streets that have been designated by easement and as such constitute public vehicular areas as provided and regulated by applicable law. Such streets shall be constructed in accordance with the standards specified in the Manual of Standard Designs and Details and shall be maintained by the property owner or pursuant to recorded agreements. No new private streets are allowed for single-family and two-family attached dwellings located on individual lots or on a common lot after August 14, 2014.

Subdivision. The division of a parcel or tract of land in accordance with the subdivision regulations, and as prescribed under G.S.160D-802.

Subdivision regulations. See Title 9, Chapter 5, Subdivisions of the City Code.

Tattooing. A personal service in which one or more licensed provider(s) places pigment into the skin by the aid of needles or any other instrument used to puncture the skin, for decorative adornment or artistic purposes.

Temporary use. Any use intended for temporary and limited duration, operated as an accessory or principal use. Except as further provided under Article F, section 9-4-103, the maximum frequency of the temporary use shall not exceed five separate occurrences within any 12-month period and the maximum duration of the temporary use shall not exceed 60 days within any 12-month period. For purposes of this definition the duration of each separate occurrence shall be measured in continuous days. The use shall be subject to applicable location, setback, parking, land use and other standards for the district. Included in this definition are transient merchants, itinerant merchants and vendors, farm produce sales, Christmas tree sales, seafood sales, auto sales, furniture sales and the like, as well as social, religious, political or similar participatory activities. Temporary uses shall be exempt from the vegetation and parking lot surface improvement standards; provided, however, where the Director of Planning and Development Services due to extended duration or frequency of operation finds that the use or reuse no longer qualifies under this definition, all applicable standards and requirements shall apply. No permanent building shall be located on any lot for the exclusive purpose of operating any temporary use.

Temporary sand mining. The extraction by excavation of naturally occurring materials, such as sands and dirt ("borrow materials"), from a specifically designated and limited geographical area (which shall be identified by one or more specifically delineated property parcels) ("borrow site"), to be used in conjunction with a specifically designated government highway construction project, and which shall be for a specifically designated and limited duration in time that coincides with the completion of the government project. (See also section 9-4-86).

Tobacco Shop (Class 1). An establishment that, as a substantial portion of the use, entails the retail sales of tobacco products including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, shisha, unformed or loose tobacco, and/or similar products. For the purpose of this definition, a substantial portion of the use is established if:

(1) At least 20% of the establishment’s floor area open and accessible to customers is used for the display and/or stocking of tobacco products as provided herein; or

(2) At least 40% of the sign area of the establishment’s on-site signage that is visible from public rights-of-way advertises tobacco products as provided herein.

Tobacco Shop (Class 2). An establishment that entails the retail sales of any of the following tobacco smoking apparatus: water pipes; hookah pipes; bowls; water bongs; or similar products.

Townhouse type development. The division of land containing attached units within one or several structures and may include the reservation of common area and which may be restricted to internal access through the original lot, common area(s) or shared easements.

Toxic substance. Any substance or combination of substances (including disease causing agents), which after discharge and upon exposure, ingestion, inhalation or assimilation into any organism, either directly from the environment or indirectly by ingestion through food chains, has the potential to cause death, disease, behavioral abnormalities, cancer, genetic mutations, physiological malfunctions (including malfunctions or suppression in reproduction or growth) or physical deformities in such organisms or their offspring or other adverse health effects. See also definition of hazardous material.

Trade or business organization. A noncommercial association of employees, owners, participants and/or representatives of a common commercial or industrial interest which provides occupational support services to the various membership. Activities of the use shall not produce a commodity or provide any service to interests outside the organization.

Use. Any purpose for which land, buildings or structures are designed, arranged, intended, occupied or maintained; or any activity, conducted or intended to be conducted, in a building, structure or on a tract of land.

Variance. A relaxation of a specific provision of these regulations granted by the Board of Adjustment.

Vested right. A right to undertake and complete the development and use of property under the terms and conditions of an approval secured as specified in G.S. 160D-108 or under common law.

Vesting plan, site specific. A plan that has been submitted to the city in which the applicant requests vesting pursuant to G.S. 160D-108.1 which plan describes with reasonable certainty the type and intensity of use for a specific parcel or parcels of property, and which establishes vested rights for a specific period of time, in accordance with applicable North Carolina General Statutes. Such plan may be in the form of, but not limited to, any of the following plans or approvals: a subdivision plat a preliminary or general development plan, a special use permit, or any other land-use approval designation as may be utilized by the city.

Violation. An occurrence on the premises for which a special use permit is held that leads to the issuance including but not limited to any of the following: notice of violation, citation, arrest, other complaint and order or legal process.

Water dependent structure. Any structure for which the use requires access to or proximity to or siting within surface waters to fulfill its basic purpose, such as boat ramps, boat houses, docks and bulkheads. Ancillary facilities such as restaurants, outlets for boat supplies, parking lots and commercial boat storage areas are not “water dependent structures.”

Watershed. The entire land area contributing surface drainage to a specific point (e.g., the water supply intake).

Water supply watershed; critical and protected areas. See Article L.

Wayside market. A temporary shelter, stand or location maintained and operated for the purpose of point of production retail sales of raw vegetables. Vegetables produced at a remote location shall not be offered for sale at any wayside market. The use may be operated on a continuous or intermittent basis during the growing and harvest season of the vegetables being offered for sale.

Wellness center. A facility designed to promote health awareness and maintenance through a variety of programs and services tailored to a range of individual needs, including but not limited to physical fitness and nutrition education. The programs shall be coordinated by a physician consultant, who shall oversee the content and conduct of each program.

Wholesale trade. Establishments or places of business primarily engaged in selling merchandise to retailers; to industrial, commercial, institutional, farm or professional business users; or to other wholesalers; or acting as agents or brokers in buying merchandise for or selling merchandise to the persons or companies. In addition to selling, wholesale establishments may maintain inventories of goods (warehouse), physically assemble, sort and grade goods, deliver goods and refrigerate goods.

Wine and beer store. An establishment conducted pursuant to G.S. Chapter 18B as amended, and operated as a principal or accessory use, which is authorized to sell wine and/or malt beverages in the manufacturer's original container for consumption off the premises, and the retail sale of malt beverages or unfortified wine dispensed from a tap connected to a pressurized container utilizing carbon dioxide or similar gas in a cleaned and sanitized container that is filled or refilled and sealed for consumption off the premises and that identifies the permittee and the date the container was filled or refilled, provided however, the permittee may conduct and supervise, in compliance with G.S. Chapter 18B, accessory and incidental wine and/or malt beverages tastings on the premises. Permittee may also sell wine and/or malt beverages for on-premises consumption, as an accessory and incidental use to the "wine and beer store", provided the establishment and operation is compliant with G.S. Chapter 18B and City Code Section 9-4-86(SS). Among the two limited types of alcoholic beverages that may be sold, a "wine and beer store" may sell wine exclusively, malt beverages exclusively, or both wine and malt beverages provided that the "wine and beer store" has the requisite state permit(s) that allows retail sales of wine and/or malt beverages for consumption on the premises.

Wireless telecommunications facilities. See G.S. 160D-931.

Yard. A required open space unoccupied and unobstructed by any structure or portion of a structure, from ground to sky, except as may be specifically provided in these regulations.

Yard, front. A yard extending across the full length of a lot from side lot line to side lot line and lying between the abutting street right-of-way or easement line and the building line.

Yard, rear. A yard extending across the full length of a lot from side lot line to side lot line and lying between the rear property line and the building line.

Yard sale. A one- or two-day activity occurring at a residential dwelling no more than two times in any given 12-month period where items which the residents have no further use for are being resold to the general public. “Yard sales” do not include items which were originally obtained to be resold to the general public. “Yard sales” shall be considered an accessory use.

Yard, side. A yard extending from the side of a structure to the side lot line and lying between the front corner and the rear corner of the structure.

Zoning enforcement officer. The person, officer or official or his or her authorized representative, whom the City Council has designated as its agent for the enforcement of the regulations contained within Title 9, Chapter 4 , Zoning, of the Greenville City Code.

Zoning map; official. The official zoning map for the City of Greenville, North Carolina.

(Ord. No. 2337, § 1, passed 6-13-1991; Ord. No. 2355, § 1, passed 8-9-1991; Ord. No. 2357, § 1, passed 8-8-1991; Ord. No. 2368, § 1, passed 9-12-1991; Ord. No. 2383, § 1, passed 11-7-1991; Ord. No. 2384, § 1, passed 11-7-1991; Ord. No. 2389, § 1, passed 12-12-1991; Ord. No. 2390, § 1, passed 12-12-1991; Ord. No. 2434, § 1, passed 3-12-1992; Ord. No. 2435, § 1, passed 3-12-1992; Ord. No. 2436, § 1, passed 3-12-1992; Ord. No. 2451, § 1, passed 4-9-1992; Ord. No. 2468, § 1, passed 6-8-1992; Ord. No. 2488, § 1, passed 7-9-1992; Ord. No. 2489, § 1, passed 7-9-1992; Ord. No. 2544, § 1, passed 11-12-1992; Ord. No. 2640, § 3, passed 6-10-1993; Ord. No. 2725, § 4, passed 10-14-1993; Ord. No. 94-41, § 4, passed 3-10-1994; Ord. No. 94-133, § 1, passed 10-13-1994; Ord. No. 94-135, § 1, passed 10-13-1994; Ord. No. 95-51, § 1, passed 5-11-1995; Ord. No. 95-79, §§ 1–3, passed 8-10-1995; Ord. No. 95-118, § 1, passed 11-9-1995; Ord. No. 96-45, § 1, passed 6-13-1996; Ord. No. 96-80, § 3, passed 8-8-1996; Ord. No. 97-37, §§ 1–3, passed 4-10-1997; Ord. No. 97-38, § 1, passed 4-10-1997; Ord. No. 97-81, § 1, passed 8-14-1997; Ord. No. 97-86, §§ 1, 2, passed 8-14-1997; Ord. No. 97-93, §§ 1, 2, passed 9-11-1997; Ord. No. 98-143, § 1, passed 11-12-1998; Ord. No. 99-75, § 1, passed 6-10-1999; Ord. No. 04-95, § 1, passed 8-12-2004; Ord. No. 04-96, § 1, passed 8-12-2004; Ord. No. 04-122, § 1, passed 10-14-04; Ord. No. 05-65, §§ 1–2, passed 6-9-2005; Ord. No. 05-88, §§ 1–2, passed 8-11-2005; Ord. No. 05-89, § 1, passed 8-11-2005; Ord. No. 06-25, § 1, passed 3-9-2006; Ord. No. 06-75, § 1, passed 8-10-2006; Ord. No. 06-113, § 3, passed 11-9-2006; Ord. No. 07-11, § 1, passed 1-11-2007; Ord. No. 08-04, § 3, passed 1-10-2008; Ord. No. 09-27, §§ 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, passed 4-9-2009; Ord. No. 09-75, § 1, passed 9-10-2009; Ord. No. 09-99, § 6, passed 3-4-2010; Ord. No. 10-106, § 1, passed 12-9-2010; Ord. No. 11-055, § 2, passed 9-8-2011; Ord. No. 12-040, § 1, passed 9-13-2012; Ord. No. 12-069, § 1, passed 12-13-2012; Ord. No. 13-007, § 1, passed 2-14-2013; Ord. No. 13-014, § 1, passed 4-11-2013; Ord. No. 14-048, 1, passed 8-14-2014; Ord. No. 14-049, § 3, passed 8-14-2014; Ord. No. 15-019, § 1, passed 4-9-2015; Ord. No. 15-020, § 1, passed 4-9-2015; Ord. No. 15-051, § 1, passed 9-10-2015; Ord. No. 15-059, § 1, passed 10-8-2015; Ord. No. 16-003, § 1, passed 1-14-2016; Ord. No. 16-066, §§ 1, 2, passed 12-8-2016; Ord. No. 19-045, § 1, passed 9-12-2019; Ord. 19-051, § 1, passed 10-10-2019; Ord. No. 19-052, § 1, passed 10-10-2019; Ord. No. 19-057, § 1, passed 12-12-2019; Ord. No. 20-020, § 1, passed 5-18-2020; Ord. No. 20-052, § 1, passed 9-14-2020; Ord. No. 20-059, § 1, passed 10-19-2020; Ord. No. 20-064, § 1, passed 11-16-2020; Ord. No. 21-010, § 1, passed 2-15-2021; Ord. No. 21-032, § 1, passed 6-21-2021; Ord. No. 22-013, § 1, passed 1-24-2022; Ord. No. 22-014, § 1, passed 1-24-2022; Ord. No. 23-012, §§ 1, 2, passed 1-12-2023; Ord. No. 23-013, §§ 1, 2, 3, 6, 8 passed 1-12-2023; Ord. No. 23-040, § 1, passed 5-11-2023; Ord. No. 23-061, §§ 1, 2, passed 8–10-23)

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