59-C-9.55. Special exception uses.

In addition to the usual special exception provisions of divisions 59-G-1 and 59-G-2, the following additional standards and requirements must apply to applications for special exception uses in the nonresidential portion of a rural cluster development regulated by section 59-C-9.52 above:

   (a)   Particular attention must be given to the purpose, intent, and guidelines for the cluster development option as specified in sections 59-C-9.51, 59-C-9.52 and 59-C-9.53. The board of appeals must determine that the use will not adversely affect, jeopardize, impair, or diminish:

      (1)   Significant agricultural, farming or similar activity on the property or adjacent properties;

      (2)   The natural integrity of environmentally sensitive areas; and

      (3)   Significant scenic vistas.

   (b)   Special exception uses within the open space area must have access to a primary road or road of higher classification.

   (c)   Special exception uses must not normally adjoin land classified in the Rural Density Transfer Zone or other land that is primarily in agricultural use. The following uses or classes of uses may, however, be allowed to adjoin agricultural land:

      (1)   Agricultural;

      (2)   Transportation, communication and utilities, except those uses prohibited by section 59-C-9.52;

      (3)   Winery;

      (4)   Country market; and

      (5)   Riding stable.

   (d)   Buildings in connection with special exception uses may be located in the open space area of the cluster development only if such location will:

      (1)   Achieve greater compatibility with adjacent properties and any residential uses of the cluster development;

      (2)   Assure more sensitive attention to environmental concerns; and

      (3)   Maintain the open space character of the entire cluster.

   Such buildings are not permitted in the open space area of a previously recorded subdivision, unless the recorded subdivision is resubdivided.