(A) Purpose. In addition to the zoning districts listed and their associated regulations set forth in the Zoning Ordinance, additional regulations and requirements are imposed upon the State Route 18 Corridor and the interchange of SR18 and I-69 interchange, more commonly known as the I-69 Corridor Overlay Zone, or "Overlay Zone". In said Overlay Zone, the city desires to enhance the visual appearance and image of the corridor and interchange and advance the public welfare through the resulting benefits to the economy and quality of life for the city. The intersection of Interstate 69 and State Route 18 form an important entrance point and gateway corridor to the City of Marion. The city recognizes the importance of SR 18 as a thoroughfare for regional traffic, the impact its character has on the image of the community, and the need to provide restrictions and guidelines in order to enhance the visual appearance and image of the Corridor.
(B) District boundaries. As shown on the Official Zoning Map of the City of Marion, the Overlay Zone boundaries are as follows:
(1) Along State Route 18: The boundaries extend 1,000 feet on either side of the right-of-way line of Indiana State Route 18 in Center and Monroe Township, with the following boundaries:
(a) West: the west section line of Sections 4 and 9 in Center Township.
(b) East: 200 feet east of the centerline of County Road 700E in Monroe Township.
(2) Along I-69: The boundaries extend approximately one-half mile on either side of I-69 bounded more specifically by the following:
(a) North: the centerline of County Road 100N.
(b) East: a line measured 200 feet east of, and parallel to, the centerline of County Road 700E.
(c) South: a line measured 2,640 feet south of, and parallel to, the centerline of SRI 8.
(d) West: a line measured 200 feet west of, and parallel to, the centerline of County Road 600E.
(C) Applicability. The restrictions, regulations, and guidelines on development and construction set forth by the Overlay Zone shall apply to the following:
(1) The properties within the Overlay Zone that are under the jurisdiction of the City of Marion;
(2) The properties within the Overlay Zone that come under the city's jurisdiction through annexation or other means; and
(3) Development that desires access to the designated Corridor Streets within the Overlay Zone. The standards of the Overlay Zone shall apply to the entire development, even if portions of the property fall outside of the Overlay Zone Boundaries.
(4) The standards of the Overlay Zone shall prevail over those of the underlying zoning district. However, a Planned Unit Development (PUD) is not subject to the Overlay Zone standards.
(D) Definitions specific to the Overlay Zone. For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
COMMERCIAL OUTLOT. A lot that is part of a commercial/retail shopping project that does not meet the minimum area required by this subchapter.
FRONT YARD. That side of a lot, including any corner lot, which abuts or is close to the right-of-way of the designated highway. Corner lots have two front yards and two rear yards.
GREENBELT, CORRIDOR. That portion of the front yard of a lot that is immediately adjacent and parallel to the street right-of-way of SR 18, Interstate I-69, County Road 600 E, and County Road 700 E, and having a minimum depth of 30 feet from the street right-of-way line.
GREENBELT, INTERIOR STREET. That portion of the front yard of a lot that is immediately adjacent and parallel to the right-of-way of interior streets within the Overlay Zone and having a minimum depth of 15 feet from the street right-of-way line.
LOT COVERAGE. The part of the lot that is covered by impervious surfaces.
LOT, UNDERSIZED. A lot within the Overlay Zone and recorded prior to the effective date of this subchapter that does not meet the minimum area required by this section.
STREET, CORRIDOR. The portions of SR 18, Interstate I-69, County Road 600E, and County Road 700E that lie within the Overlay Zone.
STREET, INTERIOR. All streets not identified as corridor streets and with a right-of-way greater than 55 feet.
(1985 Code, § 36-7-4-600(4.5)) (Am. Ord. 12-2008, passed 4-15-2008)