A newly established or vacant for more than six-months vehicle sales must comply with the following standards:
(a) The lot must have a minimum size of two-acres.
(b) The lot shall only be located on property adjacent to Michigan Avenue between Merriman Road and within 700 feet west of Howe Road. All existing vehicle sales uses located outside of this area are considered legal non-conforming pursuant to Chapter 1230.
(c) The lot must have a setback of ten-feet from the public right-of-way.
(d) Landscaping must be installed in conformance to Chapter 1219 covering the entire setback area.
(e) The parking lot must be surfaced with asphalt, concrete, or another permanent hard surface.
(f) There must be a permanently enclosed building built on the lot, no residential structures, trailers, modular buildings, or temporary structures. At least one, 150 square foot office space and a restroom open to the public must be provided.
(g) Fences are prohibited except in the rear yard area, as defined in this Code and being behind the rear wall of any building on the lot.
(Ord. 2023-01. Passed 2-7-23.)