(a) The purpose of the M-2 District is to encourage the development of major manufacturing, processing, warehousing and major research and testing operations. These activities require extensive community facilities, and reasonable access to arterial highways. They may have extensive open storage and service areas, generate heavy traffic, but shall be prohibited if they create nuisances beyond the limitations set up by the Planning Commission.
(b) Because of their access to transportation and community services, and isolation from other land uses, areas in the M-2 District can accommodate industrial uses which might cause detrimental effects in other areas. The M-2 district provides for industries which by their nature and function require large parcels for development. These uses may be objectionable to adjacent residential or commercial properties and therefore should be grouped together where similar uses are located.
(c) Certain industries may need special consideration because of their potential spill- over effect on surrounding areas. These are provided for as a conditional use. These industries may include such activities as fabricating, processing, smelting and refining, extraction of minerals and stone, foundries, blast furnaces and similar industries which have the potential of creating impacts in the area adjacent to and near the industrial activity. Sales distribution and sales outlets may be permitted as an accessory use providing that goods and services are produced at the site or are an integral part of a warehousing distribution system.
(Ord. 11-07. Passed 7-18-07.)