Horses may be kept in single-family residential districts provided that:
(A) Minimum acres required. The minimum acreage on which horses may be kept shall be five acres;
(B) Number limited based on acreage available. There shall not be more than one horse per two and one-half acres of land;
(C) Only mares or geldings. Only mares or geldings may be kept on lots less than ten acres;
(D) Fencing required. Such land shall be fenced so as to securely confine the animals. Such fencing shall not be located closer to any public right-of-way or private street than the minimum setback in the district and shall not be located closer than 15 feet from any other property line;
(E) No storage of manure. No storage of manure or dust-producing substances shall be permitted in any manner or quantity as creates a dangerous, injurious, noxious, or otherwise objectionable condition;
(F) Control of odors required. No odors may be detectable beyond the property on which such use exists;
(G) Building setback requirements. Any building used in connection with the keeping of horses shall be located at least 50 feet from any property line; and
(H) Use permit required. A use permit shall be issued by the Director to any applicant meeting the requirements of this section prior to the commencement of the keeping of horses.
(Ord. 96-152, passed 10-7-1996) Penalty, see § 153.999