(a) Scope of application.
(1) Subject to the limitations of this section, off-street loading is permitted as an accessory use in all districts.
(2) The application of the loading regulations established by this section shall be limited to the same scope as defined in § 1262.03 of this chapter.
(3) Nothing herein shall be construed to limit the right of any person to provide off-street loading in excess of the requirements herein established.
(4) Any loading occurring in connection with any non-residential use must be provided for on the same lot upon which the use is located.
(5) If commercial or industrial establishments are such that shipping and/or receiving goods are not an integral part of the business, the requirements listed in this section may be waived by the Code Enforcement Officer.
(b) General standards. Every loading space shall be designed, constructed, and maintained in accordance with the standards and requirements set forth below.
(1) Location of loading spaces. Loading spaces shall:
A. Not conflict with or overlap with the area used for parking.
B. Be located on the same lot as the building or structure to which they are accessory.
C. Not be located in any required front yard, and
D. Shall not permit any vehicle to extend into any front yard or across any lot line of a more restrictive district while being loaded or unloaded.
(2) Access. Loading spaces shall be designed and arranged to provide access to a street or alley in a manner that will create the least possible interference with traffic movement and parking lot circulation. Access to and from loading spaces shall be approved by the village.
(3) Surface and drainage. Every loading space shall meet the surface and drainage requirements of § 1262.13(f).
(4) Screening. Except for parcels located within industrial districts, if a loading area is visible from a public street, then Planning Commission may require that all operations, materials, and vehicles within any loading space shall be screened in conformance with Chapter 1266 Landscaping.
(Ord. 2012-20, passed 4-17-2012)