The purpose of this section is to set forth regulations which control the establishment and operation of public parks in residential districts.
(A) Parking. Off-street parking shall be in accordance with Chapter 151.32; however, setbacks for parking for public parks shall be as established below. Parking for public parks shall be located a minimum of five feet from any street right-of-way. Parking for public parks shall be located a minimum of five feet from any side or rear lot line when adjoining a non-residential district. Parking shall maintain a minimum setback of 20 feet when adjoining a residential district or use. The area within the parking setback shall be landscaped in accordance with Chapter 151.34.
(B) Buildings. The height of buildings in public parks shall not exceed three stories, up to a maximum of 45 feet, except as permitted in § 151.0204(B). Public offices shall be permitted in all public parks, which are in excess of five acres. Structures shall have a minimum setback of 50 feet from any street right-of-way and a minimum setback of 20 feet from the side and rear property lines.
(C) Accessory uses. Limited retail sales and services that are customarily accessory and incidental to the main recreational uses shall be permitted as part of the public park. Included as such retail and service uses are refreshment stands, souvenir stands, concession stands, vendor booths and other similar uses. Permanent structures shall meet all required setbacks as established in § 151.1012(B). Temporary structures shall meet the minimum setback requirements for parking lots as established in § 151.1012(A).
(D) Signage. Ground mounted identification signs for public parks shall be permitted in compliance with the criteria set forth for ground mounted residential development identification signs in Chapter 151.30, Signs.
(Ord. 19-2014, passed 12-3-14)