(A) Nothing in this chapter shall apply to any vehicle which is:
(1) Located in a bona fide automobile graveyard or junk yard as defined in G.S. § 136-143, in accordance with the Junkyard Control Act, the same being G.S. §§ 136-141 et seq.;
(2) On the premises of an automobile repair business operating legally pursuant to Chapter 153 of this code and the vehicle is being kept pursuant to the operation of that business;
(3) In an enclosed building;
(4) Parked on property so that the vehicle cannot be seen from a public street or abutting property;
(5) In an appropriate storage place or depository maintained in a lawful place and manner by the city; or
(6) Used on a regular basis for business or personal use.
(B) Individuals actively restoring not more than one special interest vehicle outside of a garage or other enclosed structure are exempt from this regulation provided the vehicle is kept in a rear yard. The vehicle shall be made to be in running condition within one year after being brought onto the premises. (Ord. O-09-19, passed 11-7-2019)