§ 155.057 SHORELAND ZONING REGULATIONS.

   (A)   Purpose. The major purpose of the shoreland regulations is to control the density and location of developments in the shorelands of the public waters of the county in order to preserve the water quality and the natural characteristics of the shorelands and public waters in the county. These regulations conform to the standards and requirements of the state’s Shoreland Management Act.

   (B)   Classification system. Waterbodies in the county have been divided into lake and river classifications in accord with the state’s DNR shoreland management standards. The three categories of lakes are natural environment, recreational development, and general development. General development and recreational development lakes are larger in size and potentially more suitable for development and recreation purposes and can thus support a higher density of residential development on the shoreland. Natural environment lakes are smaller, often marshy in character, and require stricter shoreland standards to protect the quality of the lake resource. The three categories of rivers used in the county are transition, agriculture and tributary. Transition river areas have a mixture of land uses and development densities. Agriculture rivers are located in intensively cultivated areas and have potential for additional development, however, water quality constraints and competing land uses, particularly agriculture, will inhibit expansions. Tributary rivers also have a wide variety of existing land uses. There is potential for additional development and recreational use, particularly those located near roads and cities. For a more thorough review of the classification system, reference is made to the state’s DNR statewide standards.

   (C)   Lakes classifications.

      (1)   The shorelands zoning regulations of the county will apply to all lakes classified as either natural environment (NE), recreational development (RD) or general development (GD) by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

      (2)   The following lakes as mapped on the protected waters and wetlands map, 1984, by the Department of Natural Resources, incorporated herein by reference, are included under the Shoreland Zoning District:

Lake ID #	Lake Name	Classification
100128	Swan	NE
430020	Coon	NE
470001	Maple	NE
470002	Francis	GD
730014	Marie	RD
860001	Foster	NE
860002	Rice	NE
860008	Unnamed	NE
860009	Martha	GD
860010	Wagner	NE
860011	Charlotte	GD
860015	School	NE
860016	Unnamed	NE
860017	Uhl	NE
860018	Unnamed	NE
860019	Gonz	NE
860020	Wilhelm	RD
860021	Mud	NE
860022	Steele	NE
860023	Beebe	RD
860024	Unnamed Wetland	NE
860025	School	NE
860026	Mud	NE
860027	Unnamed	NE
860028	Moore	NE
860029	Schmidts	NE
860031	Pelican	NE
860032	Rice	NE
860033	Unnamed	NE
860034	Cedar	NE
860035	Unnamed	NE
860036	Unnamed	NE
860038	Mud	NE
860039	Unnamed	NE
860041	Dean	RD
860042	Unnamed	NE
860043	Unnamed (Aka Rooney)	NE
860044	Mud	NE
860046	Crawford	RD
860047	Unnamed	NE
860048	Cook	NE
860049	Mary	NE
860050	Wrens Slough	NE
860051	Constance	RD
860053	Pulaski	GD
860056	Washington	NE
860061	Schmidt	NE
860062	Unnamed	NE
860063	Green Mountain	NE
860064	Gilchrist	NE
860065	Unnamed	NE
860066	Birch	RD
860068	Mud	NE
860069	Long	NE
860070	Bertram	NE
860071	East Twin	NE
860072	North	NE
860073	Cedar	RD
860075	Unnamed	NE
860078	Slough	NE
860082	Paradise	NE
860084	Unnamed	NE
860085	Mud	NE
860086	Fountain	NE
860087	Faust Slough	NE
860088	Mink	RD
860089	Tamarack	NE
860090	Buffalo	GD
860091	Varner	RD
860092	Little Ida	NE
860093	Slough	NE
860094	West Twin	NE
860095	Black	NE
860096	Black	NE
860097	Carrigan	NE
860098	Unnamed	NE
860099	Ruckles	NE
860100	Lauzers	NE
860101	Dog	NE
860102	Pooles	NE
860103	Ida	NE
860105	Unnamed	NE
860106	Little Waverly	RD
860107	Deer	RD
860108	Goose	NE
860109	Fadden	NE
860110	Unnamed	NE
860111	Unnamed	NE
860112	Malardi	NE
860114	Waverly	GD
860116	Birch	NE
860119	Sullivan	RD
860120	Ramsey	RD
860122	Light Foot	RD
860123	North Twin	NE
860124	Unnamed	NE
860125	Mary	NE
860126	South Twin	NE
860127	Albert	NE
860128	Unnamed	NE
860129	Unnamed	NE
860131	Berthiaume	NE
860132	Abbie	NE
860133	Angus	NE
860134	Maple	GD
860136	Unnamed	NE
860137	Maria	NE
860139	Little Mary	NE
860140	Silver	RD
860142	Slough	NE
860146	Ida	GD
860147	Little Eagle	RD
860148	Eagle	GD
860152	Millstone	NE
860153	Unnamed	NE
860154	Unnamed	NE
860156	Mary	RD
860157	Unnamed	NE
860158	Unnamed	NE
860159	Unnamed	NE
860161	West	NE
860163	Limestone	RD
860164	Rice	NE
860165	Unnamed	NE
860168	Locke	GD
860170	Twin	NE
860171	Ember	NE
860172	Unnamed	NE
860174	North	NE
860176	Melrose	NE
860177	Yaeger	NE
860178	Dog	RD
860179	Mains	NE
860180	School Section	NE
860181	Little Rock	NE
860182	Rock	RD
860183	Fish	RD
860184	Dutch	RD
860185	Mud	NE
860187	Milky	NE
860188	Emma	RD
860190	Ann	RD
860191	Unnamed	NE
860192	Round	NE
860193	Mary	RD
860194	Long	NE
860196	Unnamed	NE
860197	Maple	NE
860198	Butler	NE
860199	Howard	GD
860200	Spring	NE
860202	Junkins	NE
860203	Unnamed	NE
860204	Taylor	NE
860206	Doerfler	NE
860208	Swart Watts	NE
860209	Willima	NE
860210	Henry	NE
860211	Edward	NE
860212	Albion	NE
860213	Henshaw	NE
860214	White	NE
860215	Slough	NE
860216	Abbey	NE
860217	Granite	RD
860218	Maxim	NE
860219	Mud	NE
860220	Unnamed	NE
860221	Camp	RD
860222	Unnamed	NE
860223	Indian	RD
860224	Sandy	NE
860225	Unnamed	NE
860227	Cedar	GD
860229	Mink	RD
860230	Somers	RD
860233	Sugar	GD
860234	Bass	GD
860238	Nixon	NE
860239	Sheldon	NE
860241	Cornell	NE
860242	Wiegand	NE
860243	Grass	NE
860244	Unnamed	NE
860245	Unnamed	NE
860246	Long	NE
860250	Smith	NE
860251	Pleasant	GD
860252	Clearwater	GD
860253	Butternut	NE
860254	Unnamed	NE
860255	Shakopee	NE
860256	Chelgren	NE
860257	Grass	NE
860258	Unnamed	NE
860259	Unnamed	NE
860261	Unnamed	NE
860263	Cokato	RD
860264	Brooks	RD
860265	Dahlgren Slough	NE
860266	Skifstrom	NE
860268	Unnamed	NE
860270	Unnamed	NE
860271	Moses	RD
860273	French	RD
860274	Dans	NE
860275	Unnamed	NE
860277	Unnamed	NE
860278	Goose	NE
860279	West Sylvia	GD
860280	Pickerel	NE
860281	Caroline	RD
860282	Louisa	GD
860284	Augusta	RD
860285	Unnamed	NE
860286	Little John	NE
860288	John	RD
860289	East Sylvia	GD
860290	Unnamed	NE
860292	Unnamed	NE
860293	Collinwood	RD
860295	Swan	NE
860296	Beaver Dam	NE
860297	Scott	NE
860298	Union	RD
860301	Unnamed	NE

 

   (D)   River and stream classifications.

      (1)   The shorelands zoning regulations of the county will apply to all rivers as follows (except the Mississippi River which is zoned wild and scenic):

 

River	Classification
Clearwater River	Agriculture
Crow River (main stem)	Agriculture
North Fork of the Crow River	Transition
South Fork of the Crow River	Agriculture

 

      (2)   All other water courses shown on the protected waters inventory map of the county which are not classified above are assigned a classification of tributary.

   (E)   Shoreland performance standards.

      (1)   General performance standard for lakes.

         (a)   Performance standards in shoreland areas are additional to standards of the primary zoning district. In case of a conflict, the stricter standard shall apply as well as any additional requirements if floodplain elevations have been established.

         (b)   The minimum lot size of the underlying zoning district applies only where soil percolation tests indicate the lot is sufficiently large to provide for the drainfield and septic tank setbacks required by this chapter.

            1.   General development minimum standards.

 

Elevation of lowest floor above highest known water level	4 ft.
Height	2-1/2 stories (35 ft.)
Structure setback from bluff	30 ft.
Structure setback from NOHW	75 ft.
Water oriented accessory structure setback from NOHW	10 ft.
NOTES TO TABLE: The lot width may be reduced to 100 feet if public sewage treatment facilities are provided.

 

            2.   Recreational development standards.

 

Elevation of lowest floor above highest known water level	4 ft.
Height	2-1/2 stories (35 ft.)
Structure setback from bluff	30 ft.
Structure setback from NOHW	100 ft.
Water oriented accessory structure setback from NOHW	10 ft.
NOTES TO TABLE: The lot width may be reduced to 100 feet if public sewage treatment facilities are provided.

 

            3.   Natural environment standards.

Elevation of lowest floor above highest known water level	4 ft.
Height	2-1/2 stories (35 ft.)
Lot depth	200 ft.
Lot size	2 acres
Lot width	200 ft.
Side yard setback	20 ft.
Structure setback from bluff	30 ft.
Structure setback from NOHW	200 ft.
NOTES TO TABLE: **Water oriented accessory structures are not permitted on natural environment lakes.

 

      (2)   General performance standards for rivers. Performance standards in shoreland areas are additional to standards of the primary zoning district. In case of a conflict, the stricter standard shall apply as well as any additional requirements if floodplain elevations have been established.

         (a)   Transition standards.

Elevation of lowest floor above highest known water level	4 ft.
Height	2-1/2 stories (35 ft.)
Lot depth	200 ft.
Lot size	2 acres
Lot width	250 ft.
Side yard setback	20 ft.
Structure setback from bluff	30 ft.
Structure setback from NOHW	200 ft.
NOTES TO TABLE: ** Water oriented accessory structures are not permitted on transition rivers.

 

         (b)   Agriculture and tributary standards.

 

Elevation of lowest floor above highest known water level	4 ft.
Height	2-1/2 stories (35 ft.)
Lot width	150 ft.
Structure setback from bluff	30 ft.
Structure setback from NOHW	100 ft.
Water oriented accessory structures setback from NOHW	10 ft.

 

      (3)   Design criteria for certain structures.

         (a)   Stairways, lifts and landings. Stairways and lifts are the preferred alternative to major topographic alterations for achieving access up and down bluffs and steep slopes to shore areas. Stairways and lifts must meet the following design requirements:

            1.   Stairways and lifts must not exceed four feet in width on residential lots. Wider stairways may be used for commercial properties, public open-space recreational properties and planned unit developments;

            2.   Landings for stairways and lifts on residential lots must not exceed 32 square feet in area. Landings larger than 32 square feet may be used for commercial properties, public open-space recreational properties and planned unit developments;

            3.   Canopies or roofs are not allowed on stairways, lifts or landings;

            4.   Stairways, lifts and landings may be either constructed above the ground on posts or pilings, or placed into the ground; provided, they are designed and built in a manner that ensures control of soil erosion;

            5.   Stairways, lifts and landings must be located in the most visually inconspicuous portions of lots, as viewed from the surface of the public water assuming summer, leaf-on conditions, whenever practical; and

            6.    Facilities such as ramps, lifts or mobility paths for physically handicapped persons are also allowed for achieving access to shore areas, provided that the dimensional and performance standards of divisions (E)(3)(a)1. through (E)(3)(a)5 are complied with.

         (b)   Decks. Decks must meet the structure setback standards. Decks that do not meet the structure setback requirements from public waters may be allowed without a variance to be added to structures existing on the date the shoreland structure setbacks were established by ordinance, if all of the following criteria and standards are met:

            1.   A thorough evaluation of the property and structure reveals no reasonable location for a deck meeting or exceeding the existing ordinary high water level setback of the structure;

            2.   The deck encroachment toward the ordinary high water level does not exceed 15% of the existing shoreline setback of the structure from the ordinary high water level or does not encroach closer than 30 feet or does not encroach closer than the existing legally placed structures on adjacent property, whichever is more restrictive; and

            3.   The deck is constructed primarily of wood and is not roofed or screened.

         (c)   Water-oriented accessory structures and facilities. All accessory structures and facilities, except those that are water-oriented, must meet or exceed structure setback standards. If allowed by water classification, each residential lot may have one water-oriented accessory structure or facility located closer to public waters than the structure setback if all of the following standards are met:

            1.   The structure or facility must not exceed ten feet in height, exclusive of safety rails, and cannot occupy an area greater than 250 square feet. Detached decks must not exceed eight feet above grade at any point;

            2.   The setback of the structure or facility from the ordinary high water level must be at least ten feet;

            3.   The structure or facility must be treated to reduce visibility as viewed from public waters and adjacent shorelands by vegetation, topography, increased setbacks or color or other means assuming summer, leaf-on conditions;

            4.   The roof may be used as a deck with safety rails, but must not be enclosed or used as a storage area;

            5.   The structure or facility must not be designed or used for human habitation and must not contain water supply or sewage treatment facilities; and

            6.   For general development water bodies, water-oriented accessory structures used solely for watercraft storage, and including storage of related boating and water-oriented sporting equipment, may occupy an area up to 400 square feet provided the maximum width of the structure is 20 feet as measured parallel to the configuration of the shoreline.

      (4)   Agriculture use standards.

         (a)   The shore impact zone for parcels with permitted agricultural land uses is equal to a line parallel to and 50 feet from the ordinary high water level.

         (b)   General cultivation farming, grazing, nurseries, horticulture, truck farming, sod farming and wild crop harvesting are allowed if permitted uses, if steep slopes and shore and bluff impact zones are maintained in permanent vegetation or operated under an approved conservation plan (resource management systems) consistent with the field office technical guides of the local soil and water conservation districts or the United States Soil Conservation Service, as provided by a qualified individual or agency.

         (c)   Animal feedlots as defined by the state’s Pollution Control Agency, where allowed by zoning district designations, must be reviewed as conditional uses and must meet the following standards:

            1.   New feedlots must not be located in the shoreland of watercourses or in bluff impact zones and must meet a minimum setback of 300 feet from the ordinary high water level of all public waters basins;

            2.   Modifications or expansions to existing feedlots that are located within 300 feet of the ordinary high water level or within a bluff impact zone are allowed if they do not further encroach into the existing ordinary high water level setback or encroach on bluff impact zones; and

            3.   A certificate of compliance, interim permit or animal feedlot permit, when required by state’s PCA regulations must be obtained by the owner or operator.

         (d)   Use of fertilizer, pesticides or animal wastes within shorelands must be done in such a way as to minimize impact on the shore impact zone or public water by proper application or use of earth or vegetation.

      (5)   Land suitability. Each lot created through subdivision must be suitable for development in its natural state for the proposed use with minimal alteration. Suitability analysis shall consider susceptibility to flooding, existence of wetlands, soil and rock formations with severe limitations for development, severe erosion potential, steep topography, inadequate water supply or sewage treatment capabilities, near-shore aquatic conditions unsuitable for water-based recreation, important fish and wildlife habitat, presence of significant historic sites or any other feature of the natural land likely to be harmful to the health safety, or welfare of future residents of the proposed divisions or of the community.

   (F)   Special Protection Shorelands District (S-1).

      (1)   Purpose.

         (a)   The intent of the S-1 Special Protection Shoreland District is to guide the wise development and utilization of shorelands of public waters for the preservation of water quality and natural characteristics of all public waters in the unincorporated areas of the county and to manage areas unsuitable for development due to wet soils, steep slopes or larger areas of exposed bedrock; and to manage areas of unique natural and biological characteristics in accordance with compatible uses.

         (b)   The S-1 Special Protection Shoreland District shall be an overlay district. Standards in the S-1 District shall apply in addition to those in the underlying district. In the case of a conflict, the stricter standard shall apply. Only the AG Zoning District will be allowed as underlying district with the S-1 District.

         (c)   On the following lakes all shoreland area surrounding the lake is designated as S-1. The county will conduct further studies, as resources become available, to determine the need to refine and extend the S-1 District to other areas.

 

Lake	ID
Beaver Dam	860296
Malardi	860112
Pelican	860031
Rice	860002

 

      (2)   Permitted uses. Permitted uses shall be those listed as permitted in the underlying zoning district; except that, no wetlands shall be drained to facilitate cultivation of shoreland areas within specified distances of lakes or streams depending upon topography.

      (3)   Accessory uses. Accessory uses customarily incident to the permitted uses.

      (4)   Conditional and interim uses. Conditional and interim uses in the underlying zoning district shall not be allowed in the S-1 District. Only those conditional or interim uses listed below may be allowed:

         (a)   Conditional uses.

            1.   All approved aerial or underground utility line crossings such as electrical, telephone, telegraph or gas lines which cannot be reasonably located in other than a special protection district;

            2.   Non-residential structures used solely in conjunction with raising wild animals or fish; provided, the structures are of a design approved by the Planning Commission as being compatible with other general allowable uses of the district;

            3.   New agricultural feedlots; and

            4.   Development of parks and historic sites;

         (b)   Interim uses.

            1.   Mining, sand and gravel extraction; and

            2.   Other uses of the same general character as permitted uses; provided, they comply with the statewide standards for management of shoreland areas.

      (5)   General regulations. Requirements for signs, parking, sewage disposal and the like are set forth in §§ 155.075 through 155.108 of this chapter.

   (G)   Residential-Recreational Shorelands District (S-2).

      (1)   Purpose. The intent of the S-2 Residential-Recreational Shorelands District is to preserve areas which have natural characteristics suitable for both passive and active recreational usage and to manage areas suitable for residential development of varying types including permanent and seasonal housing. The S-2 Residential-Recreational Shorelands District shall be an overlay district. Standards in the S-2 District shall apply in addition to those in the underlying district. In the case of a conflict, the stricter standard shall apply. Only the AG, A/R, R-1, R-2 and R-2(a) Districts may be allowed as underlying districts with the S-2 District.

      (2)   Permitted uses. Permitted uses shall be those listed as permitted in the underlying zoning district.

      (3)   Accessory uses.

         (a)   Private garages;

         (b)   One water oriented accessory structure per lot;

         (c)   Park structures including shelter, toilets, storage buildings, garages, observation towers and caretakers living quarters; and

         (d)   Signs, as regulated in § 155.097 of this chapter.

      (4)   Interim uses. In addition to the interim uses listed below, those conditional and interim uses listed in the underlying zoning district may be considered in the S-2 District. However, the Planning Commission shall give special consideration to conditional and interim use permits in shoreland areas, in addition to the review specified in § 155.029 and § 155.031 of this chapter. The Planning Commission may deny a conditional or interim use permit in the shoreland district if the Commission finds that the use could have a detrimental effect on the lake or stream or that the proposed use is not suited to a shoreland area.

         (a)   Golf clubhouses, country club, public swimming pool, private swimming pools serving more than one family;

         (b)   Riding academies, stables;

         (c)   Organized group camps; and

         (d)   Home occupations.

      (5)   General regulations. Requirements for signs, parking, sewage disposal and the like shall be set forth in §§ 155.075 through 155.108 of this chapter.

   (H)   Commercial-Recreational Shoreland District (S-3).

      (1)   Purpose. The intent of the S-3 Commercial-Recreational Shorelands District is to provide suitable locations for, and to encourage the development of, commercial recreation facilities in those areas of the county which benefit the recreational needs of both residents and tourists and restrict incompatible commercial and industrial uses. S-3 Commercial-Recreational Shoreland District shall not be an overlay district, but shall be an exclusive district when used. It shall be the only district where commercial uses are allowed in the shoreland areas. Such uses shall be limited to those listed below. Performance standards shall be those listed in division (D) above and as otherwise applicable in this chapter. If any standards contained with Minn. Rules, parts 6120.2500 or 6120.3800 are more restrictive than this chapter the stricter standards shall apply.

      (2)   Permitted uses. None.

      (3)   Interim uses.

         (a)   Resort facilities to include lodges, guest houses and cabins;

         (b)   Taverns where the main function is servicing a resort or recreational development;

         (c)   Restaurants where the main function is servicing a resort or recreational development;

         (d)   Golf courses and clubhouses;

         (e)   Indoor theaters;

         (f)   Sporting goods, establishments, outfitters and suppliers, bait shops and rental goods establishments;

         (g)   Ski areas and lodges;

         (h)   Single-family detached dwellings for personnel directly connected with the operating of resort or recreation facilities only, as regulated in S-2 Residential-Recreational Shorelands District;

         (i)   Motels and auto courts;

         (j)   Yacht slips, service and storage marinas, harbor and docking facilities subject also to all approved regulations and ordinances of governmental agencies for the same;

         (k)   Recreational trailer parks and commercial camping facilities for short duration uses, subject to all requirements of this division (H);

         (l)   Nature trails, snowmobile trails, ski trails and similar facilities;

         (m)   Other commercial and industrial uses included in the B-1, B-2 or I-1 Districts, only if the use is to utilize an existing building located in the shoreland area which is not suited to being used as an otherwise permitted, interim or conditional use. The Planning Commission must determine that the proposed use will not have an adverse impact on the lake or stream involved;

         (n)   Solar energy farms;

         (o)   Solar energy systems over ten kilowatts up to 100 kilowatts.

      (4)   Accessory uses to allowed interim or conditional uses.

         (a)   Swimming pools, saunas, outdoor recreational equipment and structures;

         (b)   Boathouses, docks and piers; and

         (c)   Storage garages.

      (5)   Special district provisions.

         (a)   Any principal structure hereafter erected, constructed, altered, moved or substantially renovated in any manner which includes in its function the providing of services, entertainment or lodging for residents or tourists shall be equipped with indoor toilet and running water (hot and cold) facilities, and adequate heating system based on floor area and occupancy criteria, and the facilities for maintaining access routes where operated on a year-round basis. It shall be the responsibility of the Zoning Administrator to evaluate or have evaluated the adequacy of utilities using standards established by the Board of County Commissioners and the state’s Department of Public Health.

         (b)   Standards for commercial, industrial, public and semi-public uses.

            1.   Surface water-oriented commercial uses and industrial, public or semi-public uses with similar needs to have access to and use of public waters may be located on parcels or lots with frontage on public waters. Those uses with water-oriented needs must meet the following standards.

               a.   In addition to meeting impervious coverage limits, setbacks and other zoning standards in this chapter, the uses must be designed to incorporate topographic and vegetative screening of parking areas and structures.

               b.   Uses that require short-term watercraft mooring for patrons must centralize these facilities and design them to avoid obstructions of navigation and to be the minimum size necessary to meet the need.

               c.   Uses that depend on patrons arriving by watercraft may use signs and lighting to convey needed information to the public, subject to the following general standards.

                  i.   No advertising signs or supporting facilities for signs may be placed in or upon public waters. Signs conveying information or safety messages may be placed in or on public waters by a public authority or under a permit issued by the County Sheriff.

                  ii.   Signs may be placed, when necessary, within the shore impact zone if they are designed and sized to be the minimum necessary to convey needed information. They must only convey the location and name of the establishment and the general types of goods or services available. The signs must not contain other detailed information such as product brands and prices, must not be located higher than ten feet above the ground, and must not exceed 32 square feet in size. If illuminated by artificial lights, the lights must be shielded or directed to prevent illumination out across public waters.

                  iii.   Other outside lighting may be located within the shore impact zone or over public waters if it is used primarily to illuminate potential safety hazards and is shielded or otherwise directed to prevent direct illumination out across public waters. This does not preclude use of navigational lights.

            2.   Uses without water-oriented needs must be located on lots or parcels without public waters frontage or, if located on lots or parcels with public waters frontage, must either be set back double the normal ordinary high water level setback or be substantially screened from view from the water by vegetation or topography, assuming summer, leaf-on conditions.

      (6)   Recreational campground provisions. Recreational campgrounds must meet the following requirements as well as any additional requirements set forth in the statewide standards for the management of shoreland areas.

         (a)   Definition. A RECREATIONAL CAMP shall constitute any area used on a daily, nightly or weekly basis for the accommodation of three or more occupied tents or travel trailers whether privately or publicly owned; and whether use of such accommodation is granted free of charge or for compensation.

         (b)   Licensing. Every person, organization or municipality establishing or having control of a recreational camping area shall obtain all necessary licenses and permits required by the state and the state’s Health Department.

         (c)   Caretaker. A responsible attendant or caretaker shall be in charge of every recreational camping area at all times and the duties of said attendant or caretaker shall be to maintain records of the park, keep the facilities and the equipment in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition. The caretaker or attendant shall be the owner or operator of the camping area, or his or her appointed representative.

         (d)   Recreational camping area location. No recreational camping area shall be located that the drainage from the park or camp area will endanger any water supply. No waste water from recreational camping vehicles shall be deposited on the surface of the ground.

         (e)   Recreational camping area spacing. A site size appropriate to meet all spacing requirements shall be provided for each recreational camping vehicle or tent in camping areas. The Planning Commission shall determine the location, density, and spacing of recreational camping vehicles, tents, primary and accessory structures whether permanent or temporary based upon water supply and waste disposal facilities, topography, drainage and other locational and natural characteristics of the site. Any accessory structure such as attached awnings, carports or individual storage facilities shall, for the purposes of the setbacks and separation requirements, be considered to be part of the recreational camping vehicle, tent or other structure.

         (f)   Density. At least 50% of the total project area must be preserved as open space as defined in the state standards for shoreland management areas.

         (g)   Water supply. Facilities for water supply and waste disposal must meet the minimum requirements of the state’s Health Department and any other state laws or regulations and the county standards for sewage treatment.

         (h)   Garbage and refuse disposal. All garbage and refuse shall be stored and disposed of in a manner that will not create or tend to create a nuisance, or provide a breeding place for flies. Garbage and refuse containers shall be constructed of non-absorbent materials with tight fitting lids. All containers shall be washed at least once each week and sprayed with effective insecticides. Garbage or refuse containers shall be supplied for each four camp sites, and shall be not more than 200 feet from the farthest site. Containers shall be emptied twice weekly or more often if required.

         (i)   Picnic areas. Picnic areas shall be provided with suitable toilets, or privies and refuse containers consistent with the usage demands. Such facilities shall be constructed in accordance with standards of the state’s Health Department.

         (j)   Swimming areas. Natural swimming areas shall be located only on lakes and streams which are relatively free from human, animal and industrial pollution, and where swimming will not endanger the quality of a domestic water supply. Swimming areas shall be located at least 75 feet (preferably 150 feet) from boat docks or boat landing slips and shall be roped off by floats and cables to designate the safe limits of the swimming areas. Artificial swimming and wading pools shall be constructed in accordance with standards of the state’s Health Department.

         (k)   Submission of plans.

            1.   No recreational vehicle camp shall be constructed nor shall any system of plumbing, sewage system, water supply or swimming pool for the vehicle camp be installed or altered until four plans drawn to scale have been submitted to and approved by the County Planning Commission and the state’s Health Department.

            2.   An applicant for a recreational vehicle camping area interim use permit shall submit a development plan for the proposed park, including the following:

               a.   The proposed site and existing development;

               b.   Proposed size, location and arrangement of buildings;

               c.   Parking areas and stall arrangements;

               d.   Entrance and exit drives;

               e.   Proposed sewer and water system; and

               f.   Recreation areas.

      (7)   General regulations. Requirements for signs, parking, sewage disposal and the like are set forth in §§ 155.075 through 155.108 of this chapter.

(Ord. passed 7-28-2015; Ord. 18-4, passed 6-19-2018; Ord. 23-1, passed 5-2-2023)