11.2.2. ILLUSTRATION

   In case of any difference of meaning or implication between the text of any provision and any illustration, the text shall prevail.

11.2.3. TENSES AND NUMBERS

   Words used in the present tense include the future, and words used in the singular include the plural and the plural the singular, unless the context clearly indicates contrary.

11.2.4. CONJUNCTIONS

   Unless the context clearly indicates contrary, the following conjunctions are interpreted as follows.

   A.   “And” indicates that all connected items or provisions apply.

   B.   “Or” indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply individually or in any combination.

   C.   “Either . . . or” indicates that the connected items or provisions apply individually but not in combination.

11.2.5. UNDEFINED TERMS

   Any term not defined herein shall be defined by the Zoning Administrator using the dictionary and/or planning-related resources.

11.3. DEFINITIONS OF LAND USE GROUPS, CLASSES, AND TYPES

11.3.1. PURPOSE AND PROVISIONS

   These provisions classify land uses into categories to identify different activities within the City . Any activity conducted on a property located within the City is considered to be a land use. The categories of land use that refer to a primary activity, such as Residential or Industrial, are called Land Use Groups. Each Land Use Group is further divided into more specific listings based on their similarity of functional characteristics, such as Food and Beverage Sales or Vehicle Rental and Sales. These specific uses are referred to as Land Use Classes. In some cases, a Land Use Class may be further divided into more specific land uses called Land Use Types. Land uses listed within a specific Land Use Group, Class, or Type are not listed in any other Land Use Group, Class, or Type.

   A.   Typical Headings and Uses

   Typical uses cited in the description of each Land Use Class are not intended to be exclusive or restrictive. Reference is made to the description of the Land Use Class in determining whether or not a certain use is included within a particular Land Use Class.

   B.   Determination of Appropriate Land Use Class

   Where a specific use does not conform to the wording of any Land Use Class description or conforms to the wording of two or more Land Use Class descriptions, the Zoning Administrator shall determine the most appropriate Land Use Class for that use. Such a determination is an administrative decision.

11.3.2. AGRICULTURAL USE GROUP

   The Agricultural Use Group includes Land Use Classes that involve the commercial production of crops and animals . The following Land Use Classes comprise the Agricultural Use Group.

   A.   Animal Production

   The keeping, grazing, feeding, or breeding of animals by the property owner or occupant for commercial gain. Typical uses include horse ranches and dairy, poultry, and rabbit farms.

   B.   Community Garden

   An area of land operated not-for-profit to grow and harvest food crops primarily for the use of its members who typically cultivate individual garden plots.

   C.   Crop Production

   The growing and harvesting of agricultural products to provide food, fiber, or horticultural vegetation for ornamental purposes, or any combination of these uses. Typical uses include the growing of field crops, fruit and nut orchards, nurseries, and greenhouse operations.

   D.   General Farming

   Any combination of Animal and Crop Production.

   E.   Stockyard Operation

   The temporary confinement of livestock in conjunction with their transport, fattening, or auctioning on a wholesale or retail basis. Typical uses include feedlots and cattle pens.

   F.   Urban Farm

   The growing and harvesting of agricultural products to provide food, fiber, or horticultural vegetation for ornamental purposes in a non-residential area. Typical uses include aquaponic farms and hydroponic crop production, nurseries, greenhouses, and commercial gardens .

(Am. Ord. 11328, 12/8/2015)