In addition to the standards set forth under Chesapeake/Atlantic Preservation District, when considering the siting of publicly owned or privately owned commercial marinas as special permit uses, the applicant shall demonstrate that:
(A) The physical dimensions and characteristics of the proposed marina, and the type of vessels it will house are compatible with the water body on which the marine would be located. For example, a shallow cove or basin is not an appropriate site for a deep draft sailboat marina;
(B) The marina has sufficient upland area to provide all necessary parking, stormwater management BMP's, fuel, and sanitary facilities without filling wetlands or subaqueous bottom;
(C) The marina is located in an area with good natural flushing to minimize the build-up of organic material and other pollutants on the bottom;
(D) There are no areas of very high natural resource value such as shellfish beds, seagrass communities, and areas frequented by endangered species;
(E) No productive shellfish grounds would be compromised in order to accommodate marina development;
(F) The concentration of slips in a single facility is justified to prevent disturbance along undeveloped shorelines.
(Ord. passed 4-12-2016)