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CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS
5335 - 8TH STREET
(813)780-0020
FENCE PERMIT
2389
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2389
FENCE
FENCE/NEW
NOT APPLICABLE
Address: 39020 6TH AVE
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL.
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Lot(s): Block: Section:
Subdivision: CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS
Parcel Number:
9/29/2003
35.00
35.00
9/29/2003
18' FENCE
Name: MOORE JIM
Address: 39020 6TH AVE
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL. 33542
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REINSPECTlON FEES: When extra inspection trips are necessary due to anyone of the following reasons, a
charge of Thirty-five dollars ($35.00) shall be made for each trip for each trade:
(a) Wrong address (b) Condemned work resulting from faulty construction (c) Repairs or corrections not made when
inspection called (d) Work not ready for inspection when called
(e) Permit not posted on job site (f) Plans not at job site (g) Work not accessible
I' I~e pa. Y!!lent of inspe~ion f~es shalLbe ma~e befor. e any further permits will be issued to the person ow n}ng .5a. _me. _.__
"Warning to owner: Your failure to record a notice of commencement may result in your paying twice for
improvements to your property. If you intend to obtain financing, consult with your lender or an attorney
before recording your notice of commencement."
~-- Complete Plans, Specifications and Fee Must Accompany Application. - - -----
i _________ __. All work sh9l!J>~~~ormed in accordance with City Codes and Ordinances __~____
PROPERTY CORNER MARKERS SHALL BE EXPOSED - CLEAR SITE TRIANGLE SHALL BE OBSERVED
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CALL FOR INSPECTION - 8 HOUR NOTICE REQUIRED
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CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS PERMIT APPLICATION
BUILDING DEPARTMENT 5335 8th Street, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
813-780-0020 FAX:813-780-0021
DATE RECE IVED
PLANS REVIEW FEE
OWNER'S NAME 0T VVl
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(OBTAIN FROM PROPERTY TAX NOTICE)
~ERATION 0 REPAIR 0 INSTALL
WORK PROPSED: DNEW CONSTRUCTION
o ADDITION
o SIGN
o MOVE
o DEMOLISH
PROPOSED USE: DSGL FAMILY DWELLING
DCOMMERCIAL
DMULTI-FAMILY
o INDUSTRIAL
0# OF UNITS
o SWIMMING POOL
o MOBILE HOME
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
c=J RESTAURANT &. HEALTH DEPARTMENT APPROVAL
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BUILDING SIZE
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RESIDENTIAL:
COMMERCIAL:
ATTACH (2) PLOT PLANS & (2) SETS OF BUILDING PLANS & (1) SET ENERGY FORMS.
ATTACH (3) SETS OF BUILDING PLANS & (1) SET ENERGY FORMS.
PROPERTY SURVEY REQUIRED FOR ALL NEW CONSTRUCTION.
PERMITS REQUESTED
o BUILDING
$
VALUATION OF TOTAL CONSTRUCTION
o ELECTRICAL
AMP SERVICE
o FLORIDA POWER
o W.R.E.C.
o PLUMBING
o MECHANICAL
$
VALUATION OF MECHANCIAL INSTALLATION
o GAS
o ROOFING
o SPECIALTY
o OTHER
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION: 0 BLOCK
o FRAME
o STEEL
o OTHER
FINISHED FLOOR ELEVATIONS
IS PROJECT IN FLOOD ZONE AREAD YES
o NO
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BUILDER
SIGNATURE 'c;J ~ '--;7;l~<!.
COMPANY
STATE CERT OR REGIST #
CITY PROCESSING #
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ELECTRICIAN
COMPANY
STATE CERT OR REGIST #
CITY PROCESSING #
SIGNATURE
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PLUMBER
COMPANY
STATE CERT OR REGIST #
CITY PROCESSING #
SIGNATURE
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MECHANICAL
COMPANY
STATE CERT OR REGIST #
CITY PROCESSING #
SIGNATURE
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OTHER
COMPANY
STATE CERT OR REGIST #
CITY PROCESSING #
SIGNATURE
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A. NOTICE OF DEED RESTRICTIONS
The undersigned understands that this permit may be subject to "deed restrictionsU which
may be more restrictive than City regulations. The undersigned assumes responsibility for
compliance with any applicable deed restrictions.
B. UNLICENSED CONTRACTORS AND CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
If the owner has hired a contractor or contractors to undertake work, they may be required
to be licensed in accordance with state and local regulations. If the contractor is not
licensed as required by law, both the owner and contractor may be cited for a misdemeanor
violation under state law. If the owner or intended contractor are uncertain as to what
licensing requirements may apply for the intended work, they are advised to contact the
City of Zephyrhills Building Department, 813-780-0020.
Furthermore, if the owner has hired a contractor or contractors, he is advised to have the
contractor(s) sign portions of the "Contractor SectionsU of this application for which they
will be responsible. If you, as the owner signs as the contractor, you are indicating that
you, rather than the contractor, are responsible for the work. If the contractor wishes
you to sign as contractor that may be an indication that he is not properly licensed and is
not entitled to permitting privileges in the City of Zephyrhills.
C. TRANSPORTATION IMPACT FEES AND UTILITY CONNECTION FEES
D. CONSTRUCTUION LIEN LAW (CHAPTER 713, FLORIDA STATUTES, AS AMENDED)
I certify that I, the applicant, have been provided with a copy of "Florida's Construction
lien Law - Homeowner's Protection Guideu prepared by the Florida Department of Agriculture
and Consumer Affairs. If the applicant is someone other that the "ownerU, I cerify that I
have obtained a copy of the above described document and promise in good faith to deliver
it to the "owner" prior to commencement.
E. CONTRACTOR'S/OWNER'S AFFIDAVIT
I certify that all the information in this application is accurate and that all work will
be done in compliance with all applicable laws regulating construction, zoning, and land
development.
Application is hereby made to obtain a permit to do work and installation as indicated. I
certify that no work or installation has commenGed prior to issuance of a permit and that
all work will be performed to meet standards of all laws regulating construction, City
codes, zoning regulations, and land development regulations in the jurisdiction. I also
certify that I understand that the regulations of other governmental agencies may apply to
the intended work, and that it is my responsibility to identify what actions I must take to
be in compliance. Such agencies include but are not limited to: *Department of
Environmental Regulation-Cypress Bayheads, Wetland Areas and Environmentally Sensitive
Lands, Water/Wastewater Treatment
*Southwest Florida Water Management District-Wells, Cypress Bayheads, Wetland Areas,
Altering Watercourses
*Army Corps of Engineers-Seawalls, Docks, Navigable Waterways
*Department of Health & Rehabilitative Services, Environmental Health UnJt-Wells,
Wastewater Treatment, Septic Tanks
*U.S. .Environmental Protection Agency-Asbestos abatement
I also certify that, if fill material is to be used in Flood Zone "A" or "A, etc.", it is
understood that a drainage plan addressing a "compensating volumeU will be submitted which
is prepared by a professional engineer registered in the State of Florida prior to permit
issuance.
A permit issued shall be construed to be a license to proceed with the work and not as
authority to violate, cancel, alter, or set aside any provisions of the technical codes,
nor shall issuance of a permit prevent the Building Official from thereafter requiring a
correction of errors in plans, construction, or violations of any code. Every permit
issued shall become invalid unless the work authorized by such permit is commenced ;-,i thin
six months of issuance, or if work authorized by the permit is suspended or abandoned for a
period of six months after the time the work is commenced. One 90 day extension of time
may be allowed for the permit with fee charge of $15.00. The extension shall be requested
in writing to the Building Official. An approved inspection must be logged during each six
month period, or the project will be considered abandoned.
WARNING TO OWNER: YOUR FAILURE TO RECORD A NOTICE OF COMt1ENCEMENT MAY RESULT IN YOUR
PAYING TWICE FOR I11PROVEMENTS TO YOUR PROPERTY. IF YOU INTEND TO OBTAIN FINANCING, CONSULT
WITH YOUR LENDER OR AN ATTORNEY BEFORE RECORDING YOUR NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT. JOBS UNDER
$2,500 IN VALUE DO NOT NEED TO RECORD AND POST A "NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT".
SIGNATURE: OWNER OR AGENT
SIGNl\TURE: CONTRACTOR
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF
The foregoing instrument was
Before me this _ day of
by
acknowledged
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STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF
The foregoJ.ng instrument was
Before me this _day of
by
acknowledged
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(name of person acknowledged)
Dwho is personally known to me, or
(name of person acknowledged)
Qho is personally known to me, or
Owho has produced
(type
and whoO did 0 did not
of identification)
take an oath.
Owho has produced
(type of identification)
and who Ddid O:iid not take an oath
Signature of person taking acknowledgement
Signature of person taking acknowledgment
Name typed, printed or stamped
Name typed, printed or stamped
RESIDENTIAL FENCES
FENCE FEES: 0 TO 100 FEET
MINIMUM FEE: $35.00
Additional 100 feet-eadl or any part
tbereof $5.00
REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLIANCE PER LAND DEVELOPMENT
ZEPHYRHILLS:
CODE FOR CITY OF
1. NEW APPROVED MATERIAL - (SECTION 4331-F)
2. INSTALL ON YOUR SIDE OF LOT LINE - KNOW YOUR LOT LINE - (SECTION
6404-A-4).
3. NOT TO EXCEED SIX (6) FEET IN HEIGHT IN REAR AND ON SIDES UP TO
A TWENTY (20) FOOT FRONT SETBACK. MOST INSTALLATIONS WOULD BE
TO FRONT CORNERS OF HOUSE - NOT TO EXCEED FOUR (4) FEET IN
HEIGHT WITHIN THE FRONT 20 FOOT SETBACK (SECTION 6404-B-l).
6 FT MAX HT IN REAR
6 FT MAX HT SIDES
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4. FINISHED SIDE OF FENCE TO FACE OTHERS (SECTION 6404-A-5).
S. ALL FRONT FENCES OVER 30 INCHES MUST BE 90% TRANSPARENT (SECTION
4331-0).
6. CORNER LOTS: A CLEAR SIGHT TRIANGLE IS TO BE MAINTAINED.
NOTHING IN THIS AREA OVER 30 INCHES HIGH (SECTION 6404-A-6).
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Wm. A. "Bill" Burgess
Director o/Building.
Licensing. & Zoning
City of Zephyrhills
Building Department
5335 Eighth Street
Zephyrhills, Florida 33540
(813) 788-6611
NOTICE
TO: FENCING CONTRACTORS
FROM: BILL BURGES~'
BUILDING OFFICIAL
RE: FENCING OF CITY WATER METERS
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT ANY WATER METERS SHALL NOT
BE FENCED IN WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL FROM THE
BUILDING DEPARTMENT.
LOCATION OF WATER METERS SHALL BE SHOWN ON PLOT
PLAN BEFORE ANY PERMIT WILL BE ISSUED.
YOUR COOPERATION CONCERNING THIS MATTER IS
APPRECIATED.
PER ORDINANCE #288, SUBSECTION 6, 5-14-79
CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS
Phone: 813-780-0020
5335 - 8~ Street
Zephyrhi~~s, FL 33540
Fax: 813-780-0021
. Service upgrades or sewer line replacements.
No application or contract required. Same day permitting.
. IF JOB IS UNDER $2,500 THE FOLLOWING IS REQUZRED:
(a) Copy of contract with owner & contractor's signature.
(b) If no contract - then application required-signed by both & notarized.
(c) By owner - permit only - unless subs are involved - then use application for signup.
. IF JOB IS OVER $2, 499 . 00 '!'HE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED:
(a) Application complete - notarized signatures of both owner & contractor and contract
with both signatures. Before permitting, all subcontrators are to have signed on
application with registrations and worker's comp insurance must be current. Must have
certified copy of notice of commencement.
(b) By owner - same route as (a) excluding notice of commencement.
· Agent or power-of-attorney would be someone with notarized letter from owner authorizing
same.
· Time element involving permitting - some permits can be issued over counter same day as
submitted.
· RESIDENTIAL NEW CONSTRUCTION: MINnIDM TEN (10) WORKING DAYS AFTER SUBMITTAL DATE. REQUIRED
ON-SITE, CONSTRUCTION PLANS, SANITARY FACILITIES AND 1 DUMPSTER.
,. COMMERCIAL NEW CONSTRUCTION: MINnIDM TEN (10) WORKING DAYS AFTER SUBMITTAL DATE. REQUIRED
ON SITE-CONSTRUCTION PLANS, SANITARY FACILITIES AND 1 DUMPSTER. All commercial requirements
must meet compliance.
· Prints to be left for review must pay application fee of $.03 per square. foot ($15 min);
fee will be "CREDITED" at time of permitting.
Licensing Requirements:
· Proof of either (a) State Certification ~ (b) County Competency with State Registration.
. County Occupational license.
· Certificate of insurance on worker's comp or state exemption.
. $20.00 Processing fee.
· Notarized authorization letter required if anyone other I than the license holder signs
permit or application.
· If homeowner resides in said dwelling & desires to do work, a homeowner's permit may be
pulled. Property that will be rented, leased or sold, will have to be contracted by
properly licensed people as per state law.
. Staples are prohibited in sheathing.
· Regarding electrical wiring & plumbing refer to Ordi.nance '689.
· Property survey required for all new construction.
. City right-of-way use permit required.
· Office hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday (CLOSED 12 Noon - 1 p.m. for lunch)
· Phone hours: 7:00 a.m. - 4:55 p.m., Monday - Friday
· Permitting must be processed before 4:30 p.m.
· Inspection requests are scheduled for the following workday.
4-8
G. Where turns are required in the exit lane, the minimum
distance from any drive-up station to the beginning point of the
curve shall be 34 feet. The minimum inside turning radius shall
be 25 feet.
4234. Clear Sight Triangle
In order to provide a clear view of intersecting streets to the
motorist, there shall be a triangular area of clear visibility
formed by two intersecting streets or the intersection of a
driveway and a street. The following standards shall be met:
A. A clear sight triangle is required to maintain a minimum
of 200 feet sight distance for motorists at all intersections of
roadways or roadways and driveways.
B. The clear sight triangle must be free from obstruction
such as vehicles, walls, fences, plants, or landscape materials
in excess of 30 inches above the abutting roadway.
The above provisions shall not apply to the intersection of an
alley and a street. At each intersection of an alley and street,
each landowner must maintain a setback of no less than 10 feet
from right-of-way of streets and alleys. The setback area must
be maintained free from sight obstruction by vehicles, walls,
fences, plants, landscaping materials, or other opaque objects in
excess of 30 inches above the abutting roadway.
4240. Off-Street Parking and Loading
4241. Intent
It is the intent of these standards to ensure the appropriate
location and quantity of off-street parking and to ensure that
all developments provide for adequate and safe storage and
movement of vehicles consistent with good site design principles.
4242. Applicability
The provisions of this section shall apply to all development
approved commencing with the effective date of this Code. The
provisions of this section shall apply to redevelopment, or
amendments to existing development approvals, as follows:
A. All parking lot development shall be done in accordance
with this section.
B. For those uses not specifically mentioned herein,
off-street parking shall be provided on the basis of the parking
requirements of comparable uses, in the judgement of the Building
Official.
C. Where a building has a change in use which requiFes
additional parking, such use shall not be licensed until
4450. Fences
4451. Applicabil.ity
Fences shall include any man-made barrier or hedge erected for
the purpose of enclosure, exclusion, protection, privacy,
security, retainment or aesthetics.
4452. Standards
A. All fences to be build shall comply with the Standard
Building Code. The posts of each fence must be resistant to
decay, corrosion; and termite infestation.
B. Fences or hedges may be located in ail front side and
rear yard setback areas. Fences shall not exceed the height of
six feet in residential and OP districts, and 8 feet in
commercial and industrial districts.
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C. In areas where the property faces two roadways, or is
located in any other area construed to be a corner lot, no fence
shall be located in the clear sight triangle. I
D. Any fence located adjacent to a public right-of-way or
private road shall be placed with the finished side facing that
right-of-way.
E. A fence required for safety and protection of hazard by
a public agency is not subject to height limitations. Approval
to exceed height standards may be given by the Director of
Development upon receipt of satisfactory evidence of the need to
exceed height standards.
F. No fence or hedge shall be construed or installed in
such a manne~ as to interfere with drainage on the site.
6404. Fences
Fences and walls shall be subject to the following:
A. General Provisions - All Districts
1. These regulations apply to all fences and walls
except those owned and erected by governmental agencies and
utility companies.
2. All persons desiring to construct any fence or
wall must first obtain a permit from the Building Department.
All applications shall include a plot plan showing the location
of all streets, easements, property lines, and buildings. Permdt
fees shall. be ba~ed on the value of construction with a minimum
fee to be .determined by the Building Official.
3. No fences, walls, or hedges shall be permitted
within any City, County, or State rights-of-way.
4. The property owner, prior to construction of any
fence or wall, shall asswne the responsibility for determi.ninq by
survey the correct. boundaries of the property to be fenced and .
the existence of any easement or rights-of-way that ~st.
Failure to provide the Building Department with complete and
accurate information when applying for a permit shall be
Sufficient cause for the BUilding Official to order the removal
of any construction not in compliance with this Code.
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5. The finished side of any fence or wall shall face
the adjoining lot or right-of-way.
6. A clear sight triangle is required to maintain a
minimum of 200 feet sight distance for motorists at all
intersections of roadways or roadways and railroads. The minimum
clear sight triangle area is formed by the center li-nes-of----
intersecting roadways and a diagonal line connecting points on
the center lines which are 90 feet from the intersection of
center lines.
The clear sight triangle must be free from obstructions such as
walls, fences, plants, landscape materials or parked vehicles in
excess of 30 inches above the abutting roadway.
7 . All fences and walls' must. be constructed of- new' ..- .-.
materials. Walls and fences shall not cpntain substances such as
broken glass, spikes, -exposed nails, or similar. items designed to
inflict injury or pain. Barbed wire is prohibited in all zoning
districts except LI, C-3, C-2, AP-2 and ER.
8. Fences, shrubs, trees, or walls are not permitted.
within an easement granted to the City except by approval of City
Council. Any structures erected or plants planted in violation f
. this section are Subject to removal by the City, and in no case
shall the City be liable for removal, restoration, or
compensation costs. Any damage to a City owned utility caused by
fence or wall installation shall be repaired by the City at the
expense of the property owner, including any SOdding that may be
necessary.
9. Each fence or wall erected pursuant to this
section shall be of. uniform construction and properly maintained
and in no case shall a fence or wall either be erected.or
maintained in such a manner as to degrade neighborhood amenities
or reduce surrounding property values, or maintained in such a
state of disrepair so as to pose a hazard to the company.
10. Any fence, wall, or hedge which becomes
dilapidated or unsafe or is damaged in excess of 30' of its total
shall be ordered removed by the BUilding Official.
11. Any nonconfor.ming fence damaged in excess of 30'
shall be removed in its entirety, or if rebuilt such
reconstruction shall place the entire fence in conformance with
this Code.
B. Residential Districts
1. On residentially zoned property, fences, walls, and
hedges may be erected, planted, or maintained to a height not
exceeding six feet in the required side and rear yards, except
that portion of the fence or wall within the required front yard
setback shall not exceed four feet.
2. For corner lots located in residentially zoned
districts, a six foot fence is permitted on the property line of
the secondary front yard provided the clear sight triangle is
maintained.
c. Office/Professional District
1. In the office/professional district a six foot
fence shall be permitted provided the clear sight triangle is
maintained.
D. Commercial/Industrial District
1. In commercial and industrial districts an eight
foot fence shall be permitted provided the clear s~ght triangle
is maintained.
2. FOr security purposes, fences in commercial and
industrial districts may be topped with barbed wire of not more
than three strands, provided the lowest strand is not le8s than .
6.5 feet. above grade. Such wire shall not overhang adjacent
property.
4331. Determination of Buffer Requirements
, A. BUffers shall be required for all new development and
redevelopment on lands in the City of Zephyrhills, based upon the
followin~ buffer standards.
B.. Where an OP, C-1, C-2, C-3 or LI district abuts, or is
separated by an alley or easement only, from a residential
district or existing residential use, the Site Plan Review
committee shall address the need for visual buffers to screen
service and parking areas for the nonresidential use. Buffers
may consist of walls, fences, hedges, landscape features or any
combination thereof. The preference of owners of abutting
residential real estate will be considered.
C. Fo~ M-2, M-3 and M-4 districts, a landscaped strip or
other buffer along all public rights-of-way abutting the site and
a solid fence or wall along all other boundaries of the site
where the subject site abuts other zoning districts may be
required. If required, fences shall be masonry or wood six feet
in height, except that within the required front yard setback the
maximum height will be four feet. If all owners of adjacent
property so request, in writing, no fence or wall will be
required. Landscaped strips shall contain a plant screen which
shall be at least seventy-five percent opaque, at least four feet
in height when planted and shall extend the length of the
property except for driveway openings.
D. All fences and walls must be constructed of new
materials. Walls .and fences shall not contain ,substances such as
broken glass, spikes, exposed nails or similar items designed to
inflict injury or pain. Barbed wire is prohibited in all zoning
districts except LI, C-3, AP-l, AP-2 and ER. Fencing of any
material may be used in a front yard, but must be at least 90'
transparent.
E. Fences, shrubs, trees or walls are not permdtted within
a road right-of-way'or an easement granted to the City except by
approval of City Council. Any structures erected or plants
planted in violation of this section are subject to removal by
the City, and in no case shall the City be liable for removal,
restoration or compensation costs. Any damage to a City owned. .
utility caused by fence or wall installation shall be repaired by
the City at the expense of the property owner, including any
sodding that may be necessary.
F. Each fence or wall erected pursuant to this section
shall be of uniform construction and properly maintained and in
no case shall a fence or wall either be erect~d or maintained in
such a manner as to degrade neighborhood amenities or reduce
surrounding property values, or maintained in such a state of
disrepair so as to pose a hazard to the community.
4332.' Use and Location of Buffers
A. Areas set aside as required buffers may also:
1. be used to satisfy minimum setback requirement. I
2. be used to satisfy minimum open space requirement.,
3. contain stormwater retention or detention area., so
long as the required buffer plantings are provided and the design
and landscaping of the buffer do not interfere with the proper
functioning of the drainage system, the design water depth does
not harm the viability of. the plantings; ,
4. be used for passive recreation such as pedestrian,
bicycle or equestrian trails, subject to ,the following
limitations:
a. no plant material is eliminated,
b. the total width of the buffer is maintained I
c. all other requirements of tne Code are met~
'.,5. be used for the installation of underground
utili ties ,:~:~so .'long as the loca tio.n and use of the utility lines
do not interfere with the required buffer plantings.
B. The fOllowing uses shall not be allowed in a required
buffer: playfields, stables, swimming pOOls, tennis courts or
similar active recreation uses, storage facilities, or parking
facilities.
C. General Location and Design Requirements
1. Buffers shall be located on the outer perimeter of
a lot or parcel, extending to the lot or parcel boundary line.
2. Buffers shall not be located on any portion of an
eXisting, dedicated, or proposed right-of-way, or private street.
3. Where an existing easement is partially or wholly
within a required buffer, the develope~ shall design the buffer
to eliminate ~r minimize plantings within the easement.
4. Where a proposed development is.a mixed use
project, buffers shall not be required between various
constituent parts, except that any nonresidential use shall be
separate from residential use by a minimum required buffer.
(Note: It is the intent of this section to allow flexibility of
design within the confines of a mixed use development, but to
nevertheless require the bUffering of a proposed residential
portion of the project from the potential negative impact of a
proposed nonresidential portion of the project.)