(a) Application. Written applications for home occupations shall be submitted to the Community Development Coordinator and subject to review and approval by the Planning and Zoning Board. If granted, a home occupation permit will be issued by the Community Development Director for a four-year period. It is the responsibility of the applicant to obtain the permit every four years. Any change in ownership or type of business shall also result in the need for a new permit.
(b) Requirements. The following requirements shall apply to home occupations:
(1) The home occupation shall only be conducted within a principal structure, and the primary use of the principal structure must continue as a residence.
(2) The external appearance of the principal structure shall not be materially altered as a result of the home occupation.
(3) No more than one (1) non-resident employee shall be engaged in such home occupation.
(4) No equipment or process shall be used in such home occupation which creates noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odors or electrical interference, including radio and television interference, to any neighboring properties. No collection/storage of hazardous materials associated with the business is permitted.
(6) Outside storage of any materials is prohibited.
(7) No traffic shall be generated by such home occupation in greater volume than would normally be expected in a residential neighborhood, and any need for parking generated by the conduct of such home occupation shall meet the off-street parking requirements specified under Chapter 1149, and shall not be located in front of the building line. No excess trash, refuse, or waste shall be generated in greater volume than would normally be expected in a residential neighborhood.
(8) Home occupations must satisfy all applicable operational licensing and regulatory requirements in order to receive approval and maintain operation in the Village.
(Ord. 19-20. Passed 11-4-20.)