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The board may authorize an auction facility upon a finding that the use will not impose adverse effects on surrounding uses because of noise, traffic, or other factors, and subject to the following regulations:
(a) Merchandise to be auctioned must be limited to farm equipment and such items as antiques, collectibles, furniture, dishes, clothing, books, and similar items in keeping with the rural character of the area. The board may specify the types of goods to be auctioned.
(b) Evening and weekend operations may be permitted, but the board must regulate hours of operation so as to prevent adverse impact on adjoining residential uses.
(c) If any adjoining property is in residential use, the noise level at the common property line must not exceed the requirements of chapter 31B. The agricultural exemption of section 31B-14(c) is not applicable to an auction facility.
(d) The minimum area of the lot must be 5 acres.
(e) Minimum setback of the auction area, whether or not enclosed within a building and the parking area, must be 50 feet from any property line if the adjoining property is in residential use.
(f) On-site parking must be provided in accordance with the requirements for general retail sales as stated in article 59-E.
Note: These provisions do not apply to a one-time sale such as a yard sale, estate sale, or sale required by legal action.
(Legislative History: Ord. No. 10-69, § 9; Ord. No. 12-1, § 1.)