(A) Intent: This section is intended to establish standards which will mitigate the noise and loitering commonly associated with arcades and video machines. Regulations controlling the specific location and development of these uses are established by this section.
(B) Applicability: "Arcades", as defined in section 6-1-19, "Definitions", of this title, shall be permitted only in the general commercial (GC) and downtown commercial (DC) zone districts, subject to the approval of a conditional use permit in compliance with the provisions of section 6-2-5 of this title. A conditional use permit shall also be required at such a time as application is made to the city to expand an existing arcade.
(C) Minimum Development And Performance Standards:
1. Maximum Number Of Machines: The number of video machines permitted shall not exceed one machine per each thirty (30) square feet of floor area.
2. Lighting: The arcade shall be fully and adequately lighted for easy observation of all areas of the premises.
3. Bicycle Racks: Bicycle storage racks shall be maintained off the public sidewalk at the ratio of one-half (1/2) bicycle space per machine to adequately accommodate bicycles utilized by arcade patrons.
4. Telephones: At least one public telephone shall be provided at each arcade. All telephones shall be located within the building.
5. Hours Of Operation: Hours of operation shall be limited to between eight o'clock (8:00) A.M. and ten o'clock (10:00) P.M. every day of the week.
6. Adult Supervision:
(a) An employed adult supervisor shall be able to readily observe all video machines and all areas of business during hours of operation.
(b) There shall be one employed adult supervisor for each forty (40) video machines on the premises during hours of operation.
7. Noise: No sound created by any arcade, or its patrons, shall be detectable from the exterior of the arcade or from adjacent uses.
8. Litter: The premises shall be continuously maintained in a safe, clean and orderly condition. (Ord. 768-08, 8-19-2008)