(A) Intent. The purpose of the following provisions is to establish regulations for the operation of any unmanned aircraft system (UAS) within the boundaries of the County of San Benito, with the intent of preserving the health, safety, welfare, and privacy of residents, businesses, and visitors.
(B) Permitted zoning for take-off and landing facilities of UAS. Facilities for the takeoff and landing of unmanned aircraft are permitted subject to the approval of a conditional use permit within the Commercial Thoroughfare (C-1) Zone in accordance with Chapter 25.03 of this code.
(1) The zoning requirement for UAS takeoff and landing facilities shall not apply to the non-commercial use of UAS, or to publicly owned and operated UAS.
(2) Any structures proposed for construction in connection with the establishment of facilities for the takeoff and landing of UAS, will be subject to development plan review pursuant to the requirement of § 25.02.001 of this code.
(C) Compliance with all applicable regulations. The takeoff, landing, and operation of all UAS must comply the Code of Federal Regulations defined in 14 C.F.R. pt. 101 and 14 C.F.R. pt. 107, as well as any UAS regulations administered by any state department of the State of California.
(Ord. 1043 § 3 (part), 2022)