(a) “Home occupation” means a use clearly incidental and secondary to the residential use of the premises upon which it is conducted and does not change the character thereof.
(b) A home occupation is considered an accessory use in the R-2 and R-3 zoning districts. Home occupation means a use clearly incidental and secondary to the residential use of the premises upon which it is conducted and does not change the character thereof. Home occupations shall be conducted by residential of the dwelling unit, who may not employ more than one additional nonresident person. Such use must be entirely contained within the dwelling or accessory structure and involve no outside storage or work. The only external evidence of the business activity shall be the permitted sign.
(c) Commercial sale of items not produced as part of the home occupation is prohibited, except that a qualified resident salesperson may engage in selling items which are not sold at the home nor stored in the home of such salesperson.
(d) No equipment or process shall be used in the home occupation which creates noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odors, electrical, radio, or television interference, detectable to persons off the premises. Electrical or mechanical equipment normally associated with a business operation shall be not permitted.
(e) Vehicles not commonly found in a residential neighborhood (any vehicle weighing 8001 or above) are prohibited.
(f) The required off-street parking must be provided.
(g) Home occupations shall comply with all other applicable City Codes.
(Passed 12-2-97.)