The off-street loading requirement for non-residential buildings with less than 200,000 square feet may be satisfied by the designation of a loading zone area on the site. This loading zone area shall be separate from any required off-street parking area and access to the loading zone area shall be provided which does not conflict with automobile circulation to, from, or within the site. One loading dock shall be provided for non-residential buildings over 20,000 square feet in floor area.
(A) A "loading facility" includes the dock, the berth for the vehicle, maneuvering areas, and the necessary screening walls.
(B) Location. All loading berth curb cuts shall be located 25 feet or more from the intersection of 2 street rights-of-way. No loading berth shall be located less than 50 feet from a residential district unless it is entirely within a building. Loading facilities shall not occupy the required front yard.
(C) Size. A loading dock shall have a berth area at least 12 feet wide and 55 feet long.
(D) Access. Each loading berth location shall permit vehicular access to a street or public alley in a manner which will least interfere with traffic.
(E) Surfacing. All loading facilities and access ways shall be paved with bituminous or concrete paving to control the dust and drainage.
(F) Screening. All berths shall be screened from view with landscaped yard from property in a residential district and from the adjoining streets. Materials used shall provide screening which is a minimum of 7 feet high when installed. Walls shall be designed to be harmonious with the principal structure.
(G) Accessory use. No required loading berth or access drive shall be used for the storage of goods or inoperable vehicles. It may not be included as a part of the space necessary to meet the off-street parking requirements.
(Ord. 2013-05, passed 5-20-2013)