Child care centers may be allowed pursuant to the use tables provided in Section 155.6.4, subject to the following standards:
(A) Licensing. A child care facility shall be licensed by the New Hanover County Health Department and the NC Division of Child Development.
(B) Vehicle Circulation. In addition to the requirements of Article 155.9, Part I, an applicant for a child care center shall provide a vehicular circulation plan showing on-site queuing and circulation based upon the location and number of patrons that utilize the facility.
(C) Recreational Facilities. Outdoor recreational facilities shall be located in the rear yard.
(D) Landscaping. In addition to the landscaping requirements of Article 155.9, Part IV, one additional shade tree per 1,000 square feet of outdoor play or activity area shall be installed.
(E) Setbacks from Residential. All stationary play equipment, dumpsters, garbage cans, or recycling bins, and similar equipment shall be located at least 20 feet from any abutting residential property line.
(F) Hours of Operation. Child care centers adjacent to residential areas shall not operate between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
(G) Parking. Parking areas for child care centers shall be located to the side or rear of the building.
(Ord. 1695, passed 11-8-12; Am. Ord. 1838, passed 3-10-22)