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ASHLAND PLANNING COMMISSION
STUDY SESSION
MARCH 25, 2014
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER:
7:00 PM, Civic Center Council Chambers, 1175 E. Main Street
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS
III. PUBLIC FORUM
IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Zoning Issues for Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
B. Unified Land Use Ordinance: Part 18-6 Definitions
V. ADJOURNMENT
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Memo
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Bill Molnar, Community Development Director+
DATE: March 25, 2014
RE: Zoning Issues Related to Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
At its March 18, 2014 meeting, the Council directed staff to draft ordinance amendments for the
Planning Commission’s consideration that would address the local review process for evaluating the
location of medical marijuana dispensaries in the City of Ashland. The Council requested that the
Commission consider these amendments as soon as possible. Any locally adopted amendments would be
in addition to the current requirements under State Law that already prohibit establishing dispensaries
within 1000 feet of a secondary or primary school, as well as not permitting a dispensary within 1000
feet of another dispensary.
At the January 21 and March 18 Council meetings, there was discussion about the possibility of
restricting dispensaries in the downtown area, as well as requiring a more discretionary review process
in the case of a proposal to establish a dispensary immediately adjacent to or across the street from a
residential zoning district.
It is anticipated that a public hearing on the proposed code amendments will be held at the Planning
Commission’s regular meeting on May 13, 2014. In preparation toward working on specific code
language, staff has prepared some examples of code provisions intended to address the issues identified
at the aforementioned council meetings. This is intended to supplement the information provided to the
Commission by staff at the March 12, 2014 meeting.
The following language could be added under allowed Conditional Uses in C-1; E-1 and M-1 zoning
districts, establishing dispensaries as a conditional use if located within 100 feet of a residential district.
Conditional Uses
J. Medical marijuana dispensaries, if such uses are located on a parcel of land less than or equal
to 100' from the nearest residential zoning district.
Additionally, the following restriction could apply within the downtown area. This was suggested as a
possibility by the City Administrator due to the fact that the downtown attracted a variety of visitors
from around the country, and these travelers may not be informed or as understanding of Oregon’s
position with medical marijuana dispensaries.
Within the Downtown Design Standards Zone Overlay (See Map), medical marijuana
dispensaries are prohibited.
Attachments:
City of Ashland Zoning Map
Downtown Design Standards Zone Map
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Memo
DATE: March 25, 2014
TO: Ashland Planning Commission
FROM: Maria Harris, Planning Manager
RE: Unified Land Use Ordinance (ULUO)
Pre-adoption process review – Part 18-6 Definitions
SUMMARY
The revised draft of the ULUO is scheduled for Planning Commission review prior to beginning the formal
adoption process so that Commission has an opportunity to review and discuss the edits made since the
Commission’s review of the previous draft.
BACKGROUND
Part 18-6 Definitions is attached. The preparation of Part 18-6 involved extracting the definitions included in
individual chapters in the current ordinance, consolidating a complete set of definitions in Part 18-6, coordinating
definitions for consistency by removing duplicate definitions and overlapping language, and editing language for
clarity. Also, some standards are included in the existing definitions and were removed and relocated to the
appropriate section. Finally, definitions are embedded in the text of the current regulations and were taken out and
put into the definitions.
There are two types of new definitions added to the ordinance. Most of the new definitions involve terms used in
the current code that don’t have a definition, such as access management, final plat, and mixed-use. The second
type of new definition involves terms that are introduced for the first time in the ULUO. An example of this is
taking the existing definition of nonconforming structure or use and creating separate definitions for
nonconforming development, lot, structure and use to coordinate with chapter 18-1.4 Nonconforming Situations.
The changes to the current ordinance are detailed in the attached draft ULUO. The edits that were presented in the
first draft continue to be highlighted in gray, and the new and latest edits that were added after the Commission’s
review of the previous draft are highlighted in yellow. Comment boxes are retained throughout the document, and
include notations about changes.
Staff believes there is a substantive amendment to the definitions, which is the change to the definitions of hotel
and motel (see page 5-18 of attachment). The suggested amendment is to combine the definitions of hotel and
motel to represent contemporary transient accommodations. The existing definitions of hotel and motel are based
on historical difference between the two types of facilities, but these differences don’t necessarily occur in present
day. However, the policy implication of amending the current definitions of hotel and motel is there will be more
flexibility to apply for a conditional use permit to use individual residential units for transient lodging in
commercial and employment zones.
The current definitions of hotel and motel include specific details, such as hotels don’t include cooking facilities
in the rooms or motels have separate entrances into each unit from the outside. In 2005, these differences were the
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basis for denying a conditional use permit to use a third-floor residential unit in a mixed-use building at 180 Lithia
Way as a hotel/motel unit. The City Council denied the application on appeal because the third-floor residential
unit didn’t meet the definition of either a hotel or a motel unit. Specifically, the Council found the unit couldn’t be
considered a hotel because it had a kitchen and therefore cooking was possible in the room, and couldn’t be
considered a motel because there was only one unit and no on-site manager.
NEXT STEPS
Part 18-6 Definitions is the last section of the second draft of the ULUO for the Planning Commission to review.
The Commission has reviewed two complete drafts of the ULUO over the past year and a half. The next step will
be the formal adoption process including a public hearing at the Planning Commission, and a recommendation to
the City Council. The public hearing is tentatively scheduled for the April 22 Planning Commission meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Part 18-6 Definitions
DEPT. OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Tel: 541-488-5305
20 E. Main Street Fax: 541-552-2050
Ashland, Oregon 97520 TTY: 800-735-2900
www.ashland.or.us
Title 18-6 – Definitions3
Chapter 18-6.1 — Definitions 3
18-6.1.010Purpose 3
18-6.1.020Applicability 3
18-6.1.030Definitions 4
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Title 18-6 – Definitions
Chapter 18-6.1 — Definitions
Sections:
18-6.1.010 Purpose
18-6.1.020 Applicability
18-6.1.030 Definitions
Comment:
This chapter replaces Chapter 18.08 Definitions and sections of other chapters of Title 18 containing
definitions. The highlighted text in the purpose and applicability sections is from the state model code.
18-6.1.010 Purpose
The purpose of Chapter 18-6.1 is to define terms that are used in Title 18 (“this ordinance”) and other
terms that may arise in interpreting this ordinance, particularly those that may be uncommon or have
more than one meaning.
18-6.1.020 Applicability
A. Applicability.
The definitions in Chapter 18-6.1 apply to actions and interpretations under Title 18
Ashland Land Use Ordinance. The meanings of some terms in this chapter may, in certain contexts
in which they are used, be clearly inapplicable. In such cases the context in which a term is used
will indicate its intended meaning, and that intent shall control.
B. General Provisions.
Terms not defined herein shall have their ordinary accepted meanings within
the context in which they are used. Webster’s Third New International Dictionary of the English
Language, Unabridged,shall be considered a standard reference. Where the masculine term is
used it also include the feminine and the neuter, and the singular variation of a term is used it also
includes the plural.
C. Conflicting Definitions.
Where a term listed in Chapter 18-6.1 is defined by another section of this
ordinance or by another code or statute referenced by this ordinance, the term is not redefined
herein for purposes of that other code or statute.
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18-6.1.030 Definitions
The following definitions are organized alphabetically.
Comment:
The following consolidates definitions from the existing Land Use Ordinance and makes minor edits
for clarity and consistency. Strikeout text indicates deletions. Gray highlighted text indicates new language or
terms that were added to the first draft and reviewed by the Planning Commission. Yellow highlighted text
indicates new or revised language made to in this draft.
A
Access Easement.
An easement conveyed for the purposed of providing vehicle, bicycle, and/or
pedestrian access from a public street to a lot or parcel across intervening property under separate
Cross Access Easement
ownership from the parcel being provided access. isan easement
providing vehicular access between two or more separate sites, so that the driver need not enter
the public street system between sites.
Access Management.
The systematic control of the location, spacing, design, and operation of
driveways, median openings interchanges, and street connections to a roadway to minimize
conflicts between turning and through vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians. The purpose of access
management is to provide vehicular access to land development in a manner that preserves the
safety and efficiency of the transportation system. Public facility measures to support access
management include roadway design applications, such as median treatments and auxiliary lanes,
and the appropriate spacing of traffic signals. Measures that may be included as conditions of
approval for development decisions include but are not limited to 1) standards such as minimum
spacing of driveways and onsite vehicle storage requirements, 2) mitigations related to site
conditions such as right-in-right-out only approaches, medians, dedicated turn lanes, and shared
driveways and 3) provision for future opportunities for mitigation by land dedication or easement.
Access Point.
A connection providing for the movement of vehicles to or from a lot or parcel to a public
roadway.
Accessible.
Two meanings are possible depending on the specific code provision: In general,
accessible means approachable by pedestrians, vehicles, or other transportation mode, as
applicable. Accessible may also mean approachable and useable by people with disabilities, in
conformance with the Federal Americans With Disabilities Act. Either or both definitions may apply
in a particular situation.
Accessory Equipment.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-4.10 Wireless Communication
Facilities, all appurtenances defined in wireless communication facilities, with the exception of the
support structure and antennas.
Accessory Structure or Use.
A structure or use incidental and subordinate to the main use of the
propertyof secondary importance or function on a site, and which is located on the same lot with the
main primary use. Private garages and carports are accessory buildings when not attached to the
main building. This definition shall also apply to mechanical equipment as defined herein. Examples
of accessory structures include but are not limited to: garages not attached to the main building,
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workshops, sheds, fences, arbors, gazebos, mechanical equipment, heat pumps, and other
structures.
Accessory Use.
A use or activity that is incidental and subordinate to the primary use, and located on
the same lot with the primary use.
Agriculture or Agricultural Use.
The use of the land for crops and tree farming; the tilling of the soil,
and the raising of field and tree crops.
Agricultural Structures.
Structures intended primarily or exclusively for support of an agricultural
function, and exemplified by, but not restricted to barns, silos, water towers, windmills,
greenhouses.
Airspace Obstruction
. Any structure, tree, land mass, or use of land which penetrates a transitional,
horizontal, or conical surface of an airport, airport approach, or airport overlay as defined by this
Title and/or regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration.
Alter orAlteration
. For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-3.Water Resource Protection Zones
Overlay, any human-induced physical change to the existing condition of land or improvements
thereon including but not limited to clearing, grubbing, draining, removal of vegetation (chemical or
otherwise), excavation, grading, placement of fill material, placement of structures or impervious
Permit to be Altered
surfaces, or other construction. means allowing or failing to prevent the
alteration. See also, definitions related to Signs, below.
Antenna.
The device used to capture an incoming or to transmit an outgoing radio-frequency signal
from wireless communication systems. Antennas include the following types:
1. Omni-Direction (whip) Antenna - receives and transmits signals in a 360 degree pattern
2. Directional or Parabolic (panel or disk) Antenna - receives and transmits signals in a directional
pattern. They are typically rectangular in shape.
3. Microwave Antennas - receives and transmits to link two telecommunication facilities together
by line of sight. They are typically circular or parabolic in shape and can be a grid or solid
material.
Comment:
Apiary is an existing definition in AMC 9.08.010, and is moved to the land use ordinance because it is
used in the special use standards in 18-2.3.160 Keeping of Livestock and Bees.
Apiary.
The assembly of one or more colonies of bees at a single location.
Applicant.
A person who applies for a permit or approval under this ordinance. An applicant can be the
owner of the property, a contract purchaser, or someone who is legally authorized to represent the
owner, such as a builder, developer, or contract purchaser.
Approval Authority.
The Staff Advisor, Planning Commission or its Hearings Board, Hearings Officer,
or City Council as determined by the applicable procedural requirements.
Arborist
. A person licensed by the State of Oregon Landscape Contractors Board or Construction
Contractors Board who is certified as an arborist from the International Society of Arboriculture or
American Society of Consulting Arborists.
Architect.
An architect licensed by the State of Oregon.
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Architectural Projection.
Eaves, decorative extensions, bay windows having no floor space, or other
portions of a building having no living space or key structural value.
Automobile Service Station.
A business providing service to the motoring public. where motor
vehicles are serviced or repaired that Such uses can include activities such as fueling, light repair,
tune-ups, and transmission or drive train repairs to automobiles or light trucks, but does not include
automotive and truck repair service, or.No outside storage of any automobiles or materials such as
tires, auto parts, etc., is allowable.
Average Slope.
For the purposes of determining the area to remain in a natural state in Hillside Lands,
average slope for a parcel of land or for an entire project, for the purposes of determining the area
to remain in a natural statein Hillside Landsshall be calculated before grading using the following
formula:
S = .00229(I)(L)
A
where "S" is the average percent of slope; ".00229" is the conversion factor for square feet; "I" is the
contour interval in feet; "L" is the summation of length of the contour lines in scale feet; and "A" is
the area of the parcel or project in acres.
B
Ballot Measure 49.
The measure enacted by the voters at the November, 2007 General Election,
which amended ORS Chapter 197. Ballot Measure 49 “Claim” means a written demand for
compensation filed under Section 12 to 14 of Measure 49 and ORS 197.25, as in effect on and after
the effective date of Measure 49. “Claimant” in this context means the person who has filed a claim.
The claimant must be a current owner of the property that is the subject of the claim.
Bank Full Stage.
The two-year recurrence interval flood elevation.
Bar.
Premises used primarily for the sale or dispensing of liquor by the drink for on-site consumption
and where food may be available for consumption on premises as accessory to the principal use.
Base Flood.
The flood having a one percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year.
Base Flood Elevation (BFE).
The water surface elevation during the base flood in relation to a specific
datum. The base flood elevation (BFE) is depicted on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) to the
nearest foot and in the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) to the nearest 0.1 foot. See also, definitions of
flood insurance rate map and flood insurance study.
Basement.
That portion of a building with a floor-to-ceiling height of not less than six-and-a-half feet,
and where 50 percent or more of its perimeter walls are less than six feet above natural grade and
does not exceed 12 feet above finish grade at any point.
Comment:
Beekeeping is an existing definition in AMC 9.08.010, and is moved to the land use ordinance
because it is used in the special use standards in 18-2.3.160 Keeping of Livestock and Bees.
Beekeeper.
A person who owns or has charge of one or more colonies of bees.
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Block.
The land surrounded by streets and other right-of-way other than an alley or land that is
designated as a block on any recorded subdivision map.
Block Length.
Thedistance measured along a street between the centerlines of two intersecting
through streets.
Block Perimeter.
The sum of the block lengths of all sides of a block.
Comment:
AMC 15.04 lists the building codes adopted and used by the City, and is periodically updated by the
Building Division.
Building Code.
The combined specialty codes as defined in AMC section 15.04 and approved by the
State of Oregon.The combined specialty codes adopted under ORS 446.062, 446.185,
447.020(2), 455.020(2), 455.610, 455.680, 460.085, 460.360, 479.730(1) or 480.545, but not
include regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshall pursuant to ORS chapter 476 or ORS
479.015 to 479.200 and 479.210 to 479.220.
Comment:
The current definition of building envelope is in Chapter 18.84 Manufactured Housing Development
and Chapter 18.88 Performance Standards Option. The envelope applies to buildings, but fences and other
structures may be permitted outside building envelope.
Building Envelope.
An area, within the property boundaries of a lot, parcel, or space within which a
can be placed.
permitted building manufactured housing or structure
C
Caliper Inch.
A manner of expressing the diameter inches of a tree as calculated by measuring the
tree's circumference and dividing by Pi (approximately 3.14159). Specially calibrated diameter
tapes or calipers are used to determine caliper inches.
Centerline of Stream.
An imaginary line that is in the midpoint of the stream channel. In cases where a
stream has multiple or braided channels, the centerline of stream is the midpoint between the
outermost or upland sides of the stream channels
Centerline of Stream
Change of Use.
Change in the primary type of use on a site.
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Comment:
The definition daycare, nursery or kindergarten is replaced with child care facility and family child care
home. Child care is regulated by state law and administered by the Oregon Department of Education. The new
definitions are consistent with state regulations and from the state model code.
Daycare, Nursery or Kindergarten.
A school or care center housing five (5) or more children for no
more than twelve (12) hours per day where the student-to-staff ratio is ten(10) to one (1) or less.
Child Care Facility .
An establishment providing care and supervision of children for periods of less
than 24 hours that do not otherwise meet the definition of family child care home.
- Family Child Care Home.
Care for not more than 16 children in a single-family dwelling. See
ORS 329A.440 for applicable requirements.
City.
The City of Ashland, Oregon.
City Administrator.
The City Administrator of the City or the City Administrator's designee.
City Facility.
A public service or facility provided, owned and controlled by the City.
Clearing.
Removal, redistribution or disturbance of vegetation, soil, or substrate that may include trees,
brush, grass, ground cover, or other vegetative matter from a site.
Club.
Any organization, group, or association supported by the members thereof, the purpose of which
is to render a service customarily rendered for members and their guests but shall not include a
commercial use.
Cohesive Soils.
Residual or transported soils, usually originating from parent rock that contains
significant quantities of minerals which weather to clay. Cohesive soils have a Plasticity Index of ten
or more, based on laboratory testing according to AASHTO methods or a site-specific scientific
analysis of a particular soil material.
Collocation.
The use of a single wireless communication facility by more than one wireless
communications provider.
Comment:
Colony is an existing definition in AMC 9.08.010, and is moved to the land use ordinance because it is
used in the special use standards in 18-2.3.160 Keeping of Livestock and Bees.
Colony.
An aggregate of bees consisting principally of workers, but having, when perfect, one queen at
times drones, brood, combs, and honey.
Commercial.
Land use involving the sale of goods or services for a profit. See also, definition of retail
sales and services.
Commission..
The Planning Commission of the City
Common Area.
Land jointly owned to include open space, landscaping, parking, or recreation facilities
(e. g., may be managed by a homeowners' association).
Comprehensive Plan.
The current adopted Comprehensive Plan of the City.
Condominium.
A development providing for individual ownership of units or airspace in a multi-unit
structure or structures, in which the underlying land and/or structures are held under joint dominion.
See ORS 100 for applicable requirements.
Council.
The City Council of the City.
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County
. Unless otherwise specified, Jackson County, Oregon.
Comment:
The definition of inner court is deleted because it is not used in the ULUO. In the current ordinance, it
is used in the special yards requirements for the R-1-3.5, R-2 and R-3 zones, but this section is revised in the
ULUO to match the distance between buildings requirements of single-family subdivisions (see Table 18-
2.5.030.A).
Court, Inner.
Area upon which any of four dwelling units in opposing (facing) dwellings opens.
Comment:
The definition of lot or site coverage is reworded for clarity, but is not intended to change the meaning.
Coverage, Lot or Site.
The total area of a lot covered by buildings, parking areas, driveways and other
solid surfaces that will not allow natural water infiltration to the soil. Total area of all, buildings,
parking areas, driveways, as well as other solid surfaces,that will not allow normal water infiltration
to the ground. The coverage is expressed as a percentage of such area in relation to the total gross
area of the lot or site. Landscaping which doesnot negatively impact the natural water retention and
soil characteristics of thesiteshall not be deemed part of the lot or site coverage. Landscaping,
including living plants, vegetative ground cover, and mulch, which allows natural soil characteristics
and water infiltration and retention is not considered lot or site coverage. See also, lot coverage
exemption in Table 18-2.5.030.A – Standards for Urban Residential Zones.
D
Comment:
The definition of days is added for clarification, and is used in calculating time periods (e.g., notices,
comments, decision-making, appeals).
Days.
Calendar days, unless specifically states as working days. Working days included Monday
through Friday, excluding Federal holidays. See also, section 18-5.1.090.C Time Periods.
Dead Tree.
A tree that is lifeless. Such evidence of lifelessness may include unseasonable lack of
foliage, brittle dry branches, or lack of any growth during the growing season.
Deer Fence.
An open fence used to prevent entry by deer or other wildlife for the purpose of protecting
gardens, vegetation and yards.
Density(ies)
. A measurement of the number of dwelling units in relationship to a specified amount of
land. A common standard is dwelling units per acre.
Designer.
A person not registered as an architect or engineer, approved to plan and design single
family homes and other buildings defined as exempt by the building code.
Develop.
To construct or alter a structure or to make a physical change to the land including
excavation, clearing, dredging, fill, or paving.
Comment:
The former definition of development is from 18.62 Physical and Environmental Constraints, and is
moved to list of activities requiring a Physical Constraints Review Permit. The new definition of Development is
from the state model code.
Development.
Development is defined as alteration of the land surface by:
Earth-moving activities such as grading, filling, stripping, or cutting involving more than twenty
1.
(20) cubic yards on any lot, or earth-moving activity disturbing a surface area greater than 1000
sq. ft. on any lot;
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2.Construction of a building, road, driveway, parking area, or other structure; except that additions
to existing buildings of less than 300 sq. ft. to the existing building footprint shall not be
considered development for Section 18-3.9.070 Development Standards for Hillside Lands.
3.Culverting or diversion of any stream designated by chapter 18-3.9.
Development.
All improvements on a site, including alterations to land and new or remodeled
structures, parking and loading areas, landscaping, paved or graveled areas, and areas devoted to
exterior display, storage, or activities.
Comment:
Staff recommends deleting the definition of development plan because it is inconsistent with the use
of the term in the ordinance. The term development plan is used throughout the code to describe an individual
proposal to develop a site. In contrast, the definition below refers to a plan for the long range development of
Ashland, typically prepared by the City.
Development Plan.
Any plan adopted by the Planning Commission for the guidance of growth and
improvement of the City, including modifications or refinements made from time to time.
Diameter at Breast Height (DBH).
The diameter of the trunk at its maximum cross section, measured
54 inches (4 ½ feet) above ground level at the base of the trunk. On sloped lands, the
measurement shall be taken on the uphill side of tree.
Disc Antenna.
A device incorporating a reflective surface that is solid, open mesh, or bar configured
and is the shape of a shallow dish, cone, horn, or cornucopia. Such devices may be used to
transmit and/or receive radio or electromagnetic waves between terrestrially and/or orbitally based
uses. This definition is meant to include, but is not limited to, what are commonly referred as
satellite earth stations, TVROS, and microwave antennas.
Discontinued Use.
A use that physically left the land it was on, a permitted use that ceased, or a use
terminated at the end of a lease or contract. See chapter 18-1.4 Non-Conforming Situations.
District.
A zoning district. See chapter 18-2.1 Zoning Regulations – General Provisions.
A."R" district indicates any residential zoning district.
B."C" district indicates any commercial zoning district.
C."M" district indicates any industrial zoning district.
D."A" district indicates any airport overlay district.
E.“CM” district indicates any Croman Mill Plan zoning district.
Drainage Ditch or Channels
means a: include:
1. Roadside ditches that carry only storm water runoff from the adjacent road and the immediate
surrounding area (Drainage ditches do not include historically altered streams or channels that
convey surface water flows. These features are still classified as streams for the purpose of this
ordinance.);and
2. Constructed channels designed as part of the storm water infrastructure and that drain directly
from storm water facilities or storm pipe systems; and
3. Features similar to those in 1 and 2, above.
Dripline.
An imaginary vertical line extending downward from the outermost tips of a tree's branches to
the ground.
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Drive-Up Uses.
Drive-up uses are defined as any establishment which by design, physical facilities,
service or by packaging procedures encourages or permits customers to receive services, obtain
goods other than automobile fuel, or be entertained while remaining in their motor vehicles. The
components of a drive-up use include kiosks, canopies, or other structures; windows; stalls;
queuing lanes and associated driveways, and are regulated as part of such facility.
Driveway.
The area that provides vehicular access to a site from a street or the area that provides
vehicular circulation on a site. An access way serving a single dwelling unit or parcel of land, and no
greater than 50' travel distance in length. A flag drive serving a flag lot shall not be a driveway.
Single dwellingor parcel accesses greater than 50' in length shall be considered as a flag drive,
and subject to all of the development requirements thereof.
- Drive, Flag
. A driveway that serves a single lot or parcel and is greater than 50’ in length or
provides vehicular access to a flag lot(s). See also, section 18-5.3.060 Additional Preliminary
Flag Lot Partition Plat Criteria.
- Driveway, Shared
. A driveway used to access two or more lots or parcels.
Driveway Apron
. The edge of a driveway where it meets a public right-of-way.
Driveway Approach
. A driveway connection to a public street or highway where it meets a public right-
of-way.
Driving Surface.
A paved access capable of supporting up to 44,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight. Surface
to be of minimum width as required by ordinance. Width shall be increased on turns where
necessary to ensure fire apparatus remain on a paved surface during travel.
Comment:
The following terms replace dwelling, single-family dwelling, two-family dwelling or duplex, and
multiple-family dwelling in 18.08.200 through 18.08.230. The new language is based on the state model code.
The definition of cottage housing is new and added to coordinate with the inclusion of cottage housing as a
special use in the single-family residential zones (see 18-2.3.090) per the Planning Commission’s review and
discussion of the green development evaluation.
Dwelling, or dwelling Unit.
One (1) or more rooms designed for occupancy by one (1) family and not
having more than one (1) kitchen or cooking facility. For the purpose of this Title, the term
"dwelling," or "dwelling unit," does not include the term "trailer house."
Dwelling.
A structure conforming to the definition of a dwelling under applicable building codes and
providing complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons, including permanent
provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation. Buildings with more than one set of
cooking facilities are considered to contain multiple dwelling units or accessory dwelling units, as
applicable, unless the additional cooking facilities are clearly accessory to the primary use, such as
an outdoor grill or wet bar. For the purposes of this ordinance, the following types of dwelling units
are defined:
- Accessory Residential Unit.
A secondary dwelling unit on a lot where the primary use is a
single-family dwelling, either attached to a single-family dwelling or in a detached building
located on the same lot with a single-family dwelling, and having an independent means of
access (i.e., door).
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- Cottage Housing.
A cluster of compact homes grouped around a common open space within a
larger surrounding neighborhood. Cottage housing is a scale and character compatible with
single-family neighborhoods, and consists of detached individual dwelling units, duplex
structures, or a combination of the two. Common area and shared amenities, such as parking
area, central outdoor space, community building, garden space and sheds, are owned and
maintained in common.
- Duplex Dwelling.
A building containing two (2) dwelling units.A structure that contains two
dwelling units located on one lot. The units must share a common wall or common floor/ceiling.
- Manufactured Home.
A structure constructed for movement on the public highways that has
sleeping, cooking and plumbing facilities, that is intended for human occupancy, that is being
used for residential purposes and that was constructed in accordance with federal manufactured
housing construction and safety standards and regulations in effect at the time of construction.
Manufactured Home.
Residential structures with a Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) label certifying that the structure is constructed in accordance with the national Manufactured
Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, as amended on August 22, 1981.
- Mobile Home.
A structure constructed for movement on the public highways that has sleeping,
cooking and plumbing facilities, that is intended for human occupancy, that is being used for
residential purposes and that was constructed between January 1, 1962, and June 15, 1976,
and met the construction requirements of Oregon mobile home law in effect at the time of
construction.
Mobile home.
A building or vehicle which is portable or which was originally designed to be portable
and which was constructed or modified to permit occupancy for dwelling purposes. This term shall
include self-propelled mobile homes, pickup campers, mobile homes, travel trailers, trailers, and
other similar equipment that may be utilized for dwelling purposes.
- Multifamily Dwelling.
A building containing three (3) or more dwelling units.A dwelling in a
structure or grouping of structures containing three or more dwelling units located on the one lot.
- Senior Housing.
Housing designated and/or managed for persons over a specified age.
Specific age restrictions vary, and uses may include assisted living facilities, retirement homes,
convalescent or nursing homes, and similar uses not otherwise classified as Residential Homes
or Residential Facilities.
- Single-Family Dwelling.
A detached or attached structure building containing one dwelling unit
located on its own lot.
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Easement.
A grant of the right to use a strip of land for a specific purposes, such as access or to locate
utilities.
Engineer.
A registered professional engineer licensed by the State of Oregon.
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Engineering Geologist.
A registered professional engineering geologist licensed by the State of
Oregon.
Enhancement
. Actions performed to improve the condition or functions and values of a Water
Resource and its associated protection zone. Enhancement actions include but are not limited to
increasing plant diversity, increasing fish and wildlife habitat, installing environmentally compatible
erosion controls, and removing invasive plant species.
Exempt Vegetation.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-4.7 Solar Access, all vegetation
over 15 feet in height at the time a solar access permit is applied for.
F
Fair Market Value.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-5.9 Ballot Measure 49 Claims, the
amount of money, in cash, that the property would bring if the property were offered for sale by a
person who desires to sell the property but is not obligated to sell the property, and if the property
were bought by a person who was willing to buy the property but not obligated to buy the property.
The fair market value is the actual value of property, with all of the property’ s adaptations to
general and special purposes. The fair market value of property does not include any prospective
value, speculative value or possible value based upon future expenditures and improvements.
Comment:
The definition of family is deleted because it is not needed. The ULUO uses the word family to the
context of describing structures (e.g. single family dwelling, multifamily dwelling) and to reference the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) annual income categories. In addition, the current
definition does not meet fair housing law requirements.
Family.
An individual, or two (2) or more persons related by blood, marriage, legal adoption, or
guardianship;not more than five (5) persons who are not related by blood, marriage, legal adoption
or guardianship.
FillMaterial.
A deposit of earth or other natural or manmade material placed by artificial means.
Filling.
The act of placing fill material in any amount, including the temporary stockpiling of fill material.
Final Plat.
The diagrams, drawings, and other writing containing all the descriptions, locations,
dedications, provisions and information concerning a land division, pursuant with ORS 92 and
Chapter 18-5.3 of this ordinance.
Fire Work Area.
An area capable of supporting up to 44,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight. Area to be a
minimum of 20 feet by 40 feet, within 50 feet of the structure and clear of vertical obstructions.
Fish Bearing or Fish Habitat.
Inhabited at any time of the year by anadromous or game fish species
or fish that are listed as threatened or endangered species under the state or federal endangered
species acts. Fish use is determined from Oregon Department of Forestry Stream Classification,
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and Oregon Department of State Lands maps for salmonid
fish distribution.
Flood or Flooding.
A general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of normally dry
land areas from:
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1. the overflow of inland or tidal waters; or
2. the unusual and rapid accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any source.
Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM).
An official map of a community, issued by the Federal Insurance
Administration, delineating the areas of special flood hazard and/or risk premium zones applicable
to the community.
Flood Insurance Study (FIS).
The official report by the Federal Insurance Administration evaluating
flood hazards and containing flood profiles, floodway boundaries and water surface elevations of
the base flood.
Floodway Channel.
The channel of a river or other watercourse and the adjacent land areas that must
be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface
elevation more than one foot.
Floor Areas, Gross Habitable.
The total area of all floors in a dwelling measured to its outside
surfaces that are under the horizontal projection of the roof or floor above with at least seven feet of
head room, excluding uninhabitable spaces accessed solely by an exterior door.
Floor Area, Gross.
The total area of all floors in a building measured to the outside surfaces that are
under the horizontal projection of the roof or floor above.
Floor-Area Ratio (FAR).
The gross floor area of all buildings on a lot divided by the lot area.
G
Garage, private.
A covered permanent structure designed to provide shelter for vehicles, and which is
accessory to a dwelling or other primary use. Carports are considered garages. An enclosed or
open (carport) roofed accessory structure designed to house vehicles owned by occupant(s) of a
residential structure.
Comment:
Deleted language under definition of garage sale is a standard, and will be moved to the temporary
use section of part 18-2.
Garage sale.
A temporary activity conducted on the premises of a private residence for the purpose of
disposal of goods or belongings of the residents of the dwelling. Such activity shall have a duration
of not more than two (2) days, nor shall it occur more than twice within any three hundred sixty-five
(365) day period. Such activity shall not be accompanied by any off-premises advertisement. For
the purposes of this Title, garage sales shall not be considered a commercial activity.
Geotechnical Expert.
An engineering geologist or an engineer with demonstrable expertise in geologic
hazards evaluation and geotechnical engineering.
Grade or Ground Level.
The average of the finished ground level at the center of all walls of the
building. In case a wall is parallel to and within five feet of a sidewalk, the ground level shall be
measured at the sidewalk.
Grading.
All cuts, fills, embankments, stockpile areas, and equipment maneuvering areas associated
with development.
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Ground Cover
.Living or processed plant material (e. g. , mulch, bark chips) used for aesthetic
purposes and to prevent erosion (i.e., cover bare ground) in designated landscape areas. See
chapter 18-4.4 Landscaping, Recycle and Refuse, Outdoor Lighting, Fences and Walls.
Ground Floor.
The first floor of a building other than a cellar or basement.
Comment:
Residential care home takes the place of group home. Residential care homes and facilities are
regulated by state law. The new definitions are consistent with state regulations and from the state model
code.
Group Home.
A dwelling housing a group in excess of five (5) individuals not related by blood,
marriage, adoption or guardianship who function as a single housekeeping unit under a common
management planbased on an intentionally structured relationship providing organization and
stability. Such facilities can include, but are not limited to, homes for orphans, foster children, the
elderly and battered women and children.
Group Living.
Group Living is characterized by the long-term residential occupancy of a structure by a
group of people. The size of the group typically is larger than the average size of a household.
Group Living structures do not include self-contained units but rather have common facilities for
residents including those for dining, social and recreational, and laundry. Residential Care Homes,
Residential Care Facilities, and Room and Board Facilities are types of Group Living.
- Residential Care Home.
A residential treatment or training or adult foster home licensed by or
under the authority of the department, as defined in ORS 443.400, under ORS 443.400 to
443.825, a residential facility registered under ORS 443.480 to 443.500 or an adult foster home
licensed under ORS 443.705 to 443.825 that provides residential care alone or in conjunction
with treatment or training or a combination thereof for five or fewer individuals who need not be
related. (See also, ORS 197.660.).
- Residential Facility.
Residential facilities provide housing and care for six to 15 individuals who
need not be related as defined under ORS 430.010 (for alcohol and drug abuse programs);
ORS 443.400 (for persons with disabilities); and ORS 443.880. Staff persons required to meet
State-licensing requirements is not counted in the number of facility residents and need not be
related to each other or the residents.
Comment:
Existing definition of boarding-room house incorporated into room and board facility, and based
on definition from state model code.
Boarding-Room House.
A dwelling or part thereof, other than a hotel or motel, where lodging with or
without meals is provided, for compensation, for three or more persons, for a minimum period of 30
days.
- Room and Board Facility.
Group living establishment located in a dwelling or part thereof,
other than a traveler’s accommodation or hotel, where lodging, with or without meals, is
provided for compensation for a minimum period of 30 days. Personal care, training, and/or
treatment is not provided at a room and board facilities. Examples include dormitories,
fraternities, sororities, and boarding houses.
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Comment:
The definition of guest house is based on the current ordinance requirements for guest houses in
18.68.140.
Guest House.
A house or quarters without kitchen cooking facilities to provide shelter for guests, and
which is accessory to a single-family dwelling. A guest house is and remains dependent upon the
main building for kitchen facilities, and can be a detached building located on the same lot or
attached to a single-family dwelling. See also, section 18-2.5.040 Accessory Buildings and
Structures.
Gully.
A drainage incision, commonly caused by erosion, which does not experience regular or
seasonal stream flow, but does act as a channel for runoff during periods of high rainfall.
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Hand-Held Equipment or Machinery. -
Equipment or machinery held in and operated by hand. Hand
held equipment or machinery includes but is not limited to , such as manual tools, weed eaters,
chainsaws, and equipment or machinery with wheels and a weight of 100 pounds or less (e.g., push
lawn mower, brush mowers). For the purposes of this ordinance, equipment or machinery with
wheels and a weight in excess of 100 pounds is not considered hand-held equipment or machinery.
See also, definition of power-assisted equipment or machinery.
Comment:
The definition of hazard tree is existing and moved from chapter 18.61 Tree Preservation and
Protection.
Hazardous Tree.
A hazard tree is a tree that is physically damaged to the degree that it is clear the
tree is likely to fall and injure persons or property. A hazard tree may also include a tree that is
located within a public right of way and is causing damage to existing public or private facilities or
services and such facilities or services cannot be relocated.
Height of Building or Structure.
The vertical distance from grade or ground level to the highest point
of the coping of a flat roof or to the deck line of a mansard roof or to the average height of the
highest gable of a pitch or hip roof. See definition of grade or ground level.
Heritage Tree.
Any tree listed on the official City of Ashland Heritage Tree List adopted by the City
Council.
Highest Shade Producing Point, Solar Access.
The point of a structure that casts the longest
shadow beyond the northern property boundary at noon on December 21st.
Historic District.
A district identified as historically significant under the City of Ashland
Comprehensive Plan and its implementing regulations (e.g., overlay zones).
Comment:
Hive is an existing definition in AMC 9.08.010, and is moved to the land use ordinance because it is
used in the special use standards in 18-2.3.160 Keeping of Livestock and Bees.
Hive.
The receptacle inhabited by a colony that is manufactured for that purpose.
Home Occupation.
A business activity that is carried out in conjunction with a dwelling unit, and which
is accessory to the residential use, subject to the special use provisions of Chapter 18-2.3. A
commercial activity permitted in a residential zone as provided in Chapter 18.94.
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Homeowners Association.
A homeowners association is an organization formed for the maintenance
and operation of the common areas of the development. The membership in the association must
be automatic with the purchase of a dwelling unit or other property in the planned development. The
association's principal source of funds shall be an assessment levied against each dwelling unit or
other property, which assessment shall be enforceable as a lien against the property.
Comment:
Standards from definition of home-oriented commercial activities moved to special use standards for
home-oriented commercial activities in section 18-2.3.120.
Home-Oriented Commercial Activities.
The operation of small local-convenience businesses within
the Historic Railroad District as identified by the Ashland Historic Commission and approved by the
Council. Such businesses may include grocery stores, barber and beauty shops, and similar uses,
provided the residential character of the property is maintained and no additional off-street parking
shall be required.
Hospital.
An establishment which provides sleeping and eating facilities to persons receiving medical,
obstetrical, or surgical care and nursing service on a continuous basis.
Comment:
The definition of hostel was last updated in 1985. It is consistent with the definition in state law (ORS
446.310).
Hostel.
Any establishment having beds rented or kept for rent on a daily basis to travelers for a charge
or fee paid or to be paid for rental or use of facilities and which are operated, managed or
maintained under the sponsorship of a non-profit organization which holds a valid exemption from
federal income taxes under the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended.
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Comment:
The definitions of hotel and motel are combined to represent contemporary transient accommodations
in commercial and employment zones. The existing definitions of hotel and motel are based on historical
differences between the two types of facilities, but over time the distinctions have diminished. The revised
definition is based on the state model code.
Motels are discussed in The Latest Illustrated Book of Development Definitions by Harvey S. Moskowitz and Carl
G Lindbloom: “There is little distinction between hotels and motels. Traditionally, the motel (motor-hotel) was a
one or two-story, less- expensive accommodation catering to the automobile traveling public, with a majority of all
rooms having direct access to the outside without the necessity of passing through the main lobby of the building.
Today, rentals range across the entire economic spectrum, multistory structures are common, and motels may
offer a full range of services, including restaurants, meeting rooms, entertainment and recreational facilities.”
The policy implication of combining the definitions of hotel and motel, and eliminating the defined differences
between hotel and motel uses/structures is that there will be more flexibility to apply for a conditional use permit to
use individual residential units for transient lodging in commercial and employment zones. In 2005, the City
Council denied an application for a conditional use permit to use a third-floor residential unit as a hotel/motel in
the mixed-use building at 180 Lithia Way. The denial was based on that the proposed use and existing structure
did not meet the (existing) definition for a hotel or motel. Specifically, the Council found that: 1) the subject unit
could not be considered a hotel unit because the unit includes a kitchen and therefore provisions for cooking in
the lodging room; and 2) the subject unit could not be considered a motel because it is only a single unit and there
was no proposed onsite manager.
Hotel/Motel.
A building in which lodging is provided to guests for compensation and in which no
provisions are made for cooking in the lodging rooms. A building or portion thereof designed and
used for occupancy of transient individuals for a period of less than 30 days, lodged with or without
meals and which may include additional facilities and services, such as restaurants, meeting rooms,
entertainment, personal services and recreational facilities. (See ORS 446.310)
Motel.
A building or group of buildings on the same lot containing guest units for rental to transients,
with separate entrances directly exterior and consisting of individual sleeping quarters, detached or
in connected rows, with or without cooking facilities.
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Immediate Danger of Collapse, Tree.
A tree that may already be leaning, with the surrounding soil
heaving, and/or there is a significant likelihood that the tree will topple or otherwise fail and cause
damage before a tree removal permit could be obtained through the non-emergency process.
Immediate Danger of Collapse does not include hazardous conditions that can be alleviated by
pruning or treatment.
Impact Area.
That area which is immediately surrounding a conditional use, and which may be
impacted by it, including. All all land that is within the applicable notice area for a use is included in
the impact area. In addition, any lot beyond the notice area, if the hearing authority finds that it may
be materially affected by the proposed use, is also included in the impact area.
Impervious Surface.
Surface materials that prevent the normal infiltration of storm water into the
ground.
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Industrial or Industrial Use.
An activity related to the manufacture, production, or storage of produce
to be transported elsewhere for retail sale.
Infill.
The development of more intensive land uses upon vacant or under-utilized sites.
Interest.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-5.9 Ballot Measure 49 Claims, the average
interest rate for a one-year United States Government Treasury Bill on December 31 of each year
of the period between the date the land use regulation was enacted and the date the claim was
filed, compounded annually on January 1 of each year of the period.
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Junk Yard.
1. Any property or establishment on which one or more persons are engaged in breaking up,
dismantling, sorting, storing, distributing, buying, or selling scrap or waste materials; or
2. Any establishment or place of business on which two or more inoperable motor vehicles or an
equivalent volume of waste or refuse are maintained, stored, bought, or sold. Includes wrecking
yards, automobile graveyards, garbage dumps, and scrap metal processing facilities.
K
Kennel.
Any premises where four (4) or more dogs or cats are kept or permitted to remain, except
veterinary clinics.Any lot or premises where four or more dogs or cats aged six months or older are
boarded or bred for compensation. Establishments where animals are offered for sale as the primary
use, such as pet stores, are not classified as kennels.
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Landscape Professional
. For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-3.9 Physical and
Environmental Constraints Overlay, an arborist certified by the International Society of Arboriculture
and licensed by the State of Oregon State Landscape Contractors Board or Construction
Contractors Board or landscape architect licensed by the State of Oregon.
Landscaping.
Any combination of living plants such as trees, shrubs, plants, vegetative ground cover
or turf grasses, and may include structural features such as walkways, fences, benches, plazas,
works of art, reflective pools, fountains or the like. Also includes irrigation systems, mulches, topsoil,
and re-vegetation or the preservation, protection and replacement of trees.
Comment:
The following definition of land use decision is consistent with ORS 197.015.
Land Use Decision.
A final decision or determination made by the City of Ashland (or other agency
with jurisdiction) that concerns the adoption, amendment, or application of the Comprehensive Plan
or any provision of this land use ordinance where the decision requires the interpretation or
exercise of policy or legal judgment. All decisions requiring quasi-judicial review by the City of
Ashland are Land Use Decisions. Decisions subject to administrative review are considered limited
land use decisions, pursuant with ORS 197.015.
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Land Use Regulation.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-5.9 Ballot Measure 49 Claims, a
provision of a city comprehensive plan, zoning ordinance, or land division ordinance that restricts
the residential use of private real property zoned for residential use.
Lawn.
Grass or similar materials maintained as a ground cover of less than six inches in height. For
purposes of this ordinance, lawn is not considered native vegetation regardless of the species used.
LEED® Accredited Professional.
A person who has earned a credential as a Leadership in Energy
and Environmental Design (LEED®) Accredited Professional from the U.S. Green Building Council,
or Green Building Certification Institute, in accordance with their standards and requirements.
LEED® Certification.
A building registered with the U.S. Green Building Council which has satisfied all
prerequisites and has earned a minimum number of points outlined in the Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design (LEED®) Rating System under which it is registered. Levels of certification
include Certified, Silver, Gold and Platinum.
LEED® Green Building Rating System or LEED® Rating System.The most recently published
version of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) Green Building Rating
Systems by the U.S. Green Building Council or the version to be superseded for one year after the
publication of a new applicable LEED® Rating System version.
Loading Area.
The area available for the maneuvering and standing of vehicles engaged in delivering
and loading goods, freight, or other articles.
Local Native Plant Species.
Those plant species appropriate to planting in or adjacent to a water
resource that are native species indigenous to the Rogue River Basin. Local native plant species
are adapted to the elevation, weather, soils and hydrology of the area; will support the desired
structure, functions, and values of the water resource; and once established require significantly
less maintenance than non-native species. The City of Ashland Planning Division maintains a list of
recognized site-appropriate local native plant species for both wetland and stream bank water
resource applications, along with a list of known local suppliers. Plants may be added to or removed
from the Local Native Plant List if reviewed and approved by the Staff Advisor in consultation with
the City Horticulturist, Tree Commission, other professional groups with demonstrable expertise,
and local, state, and federal agencies.
Comment:
The definition of a flag lot is revised to better describe the physical features of a flag lot based on the
definition from the state model code.
Lot.
A unit of land created by a partition or a subdivision or a unit or contiguous units of land under
single ownership, which complies with all applicable laws at the time such lots were created. Any
contiguous ownership of non-conforming lots will be considered one tract of land.
- Corner Lot.
A lot abutting the intersection of two or more streets other than an alley.
- Flag Lot.
A lot with two distinct parts:
- The flag, which is the building site; and is located behind another lot; and
- The pole, which connects the flag to the street; provides the only street frontage for the lot
with less than 40 feet of frontage on a street; and unless an alley provides access, includes
a driveway providing access.
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Lot, Flag.
Any lot which has frontage on a city street which is less than forty (40) feet, and which is
provided with access by an alley or a driveway parallel to the lot line of a lot having standard
access.
Lot, Reversed Corner.
A corner lot, the side street line of which is substantially a continuation of the
front line of the first lot to its rear.
- Interior Lot.
A lot other than a corner or flag lot.
- Through Lot.
An interior lot having frontage on two parallel or approximately parallel streets
other than alleys. Such a lot shall have one front yard fronting on the primary public street.
Lot Area.
The total horizontal area within the lot lines of a lot, said area to be exclusive of street right-
of-way.
Lot Depth.
The horizontal distance from the midpoint of the front lot line to the midpoint of the rear lot
line.
Lot Line.
The property line bounding along the edge of a lot.
- Front Lot Line.
In the case of an interior lot, the lot line separating the lot from the street other
than an alley. A corner lot shall have one street line considered the front lot line. The narrower
street frontage shall be the front lot line except when the Staff Advisor determines topographical
or access problems make such a designation impractical.
- Rear Lot Line.
A lot line which is opposite and most distant from the front lot line, and in the
case of an irregular, triangular, or other shaped lot, a line ten feet in length within the lot parallel
to and at a maximum distance from the front lot line.
- Side Lot Line.
Any lot line that is not a front or rear lot line.
Lot Width.
The average (mean) horizontal distance between the side lot lines, ordinarily measured
parallel to the front lot line.
M
Mobile Home Court, Park or SubdivisionManufactured Housing Development.
A plot of ground
upon which one (1) or more mobile subdivision or park comprised of manufactured homes occupied
for dwelling purposes are located, regardless of whether a charge is made for such
accommodation.
Map.
A diagram or drawing of a partition, subdivision, or any other land use or land development
matter.
Mechanical Equipment.
Equipment or devices installed for a use appurtenant to the primary use.
Such equipment shall include heating and air conditioning equipment, solar collectors, parabolic
antennas, disc antenna, radio, TV receiving or transmitting antennas, and any power generating
devices.
Comment:
Definition of minor amendment incorporated into chapter 18-5.6 Modifications to Approved Planning
Applications.
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Minor Amendment.
Anamendment to a subdivision or partition plat that:
A.Does not increase the number of lots or parcels created by the subdivision or partition;
B.Does not enlarge the boundaries of subdivided or partitioned area;
C.Does not change the general location oramount of land devoted to a specific land use; or
D.Makes only minor shifting of the established lines, location or size of buildings or building
envelopes, proposed public or private streets, pedestrian ways, utility easements, parks or other
public open spaces.
Mitigation.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-3.10 Water Resource Protection Zones
Overlay, taking one or more of the following actions listed in order of priority:
1. Avoiding the impact altogether by not taking a certain development action or parts of that action.
2. Minimizing impacts by limiting the degree or magnitude of the development action and its
implementation.
3. Rectifying the impact by repairing, rehabilitating, or restoring the affected environment.
4. Reducing or eliminating the impact over time by preservation and maintenance operations
during the life of the development action by monitoring and taking appropriate corrective
measures.
5. Compensating for the impact by replacing or providing comparable substitute resources or
environments.
Mitigation Plan.
A plan that outlines the activities that will be undertaken to alleviate project impacts to
sensitive areas.
Mixed-Use.
The combination of residential uses with commercial (e.g., office, retail, or services), civic,
or light industrial uses on a site.
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Comment:
The current code contains two definitions of Natural Grade, in Chapter 18.70 Solar Access and 18.62
Physical and Environmental Constraints. The definitions have been combined, and edited for clarity.
Natural Grade.
The elevation of the natural ground surface in its natural state, before man-made alterations. The
natural ground surface is the ground surface in its original state, before any grading, excavation, or
filling.
Natural Grade.
The elevation of the ground level in its natural and original state, before manmade
alterations such as construction, grading, filling, or excavation, and construction. (see graphic)
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Natural Resources Professional.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-3.10 Water Resource
Protection Zones Overlay, a natural resources professional includes individuals who have a
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Bachelors degree, or the equivalent or greater in the field of natural resources, biology, ecology, or
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related fields, and at least four years of relevant post-graduate experience
Natural State.
All land and water that remains undeveloped and undisturbed. This means that grading,
excavating, filling, and/or the construction of roadways, driveways, parking areas, and structures
are prohibited. Incidental minor grading for hiking trails, bicycle paths, picnic areas and planting and
landscaping which is in addition to and enhances the natural environment is permitted. Incidental
brush removal for lot maintenance and ecosystem health is permitted. Further, vegetation removal
for the purposes of wildfire control in conjunction with an approved fire prevention and control plan
shall also be permitted.
Nightclub.
An establishment dispensing liquor and meals and in which live music, dancing, or
entertainment is conducted.
Non-cohesive Soils.
Residual or transported soils containing no or very little clay, usually from
crystalline granitic parent rock. Non-cohesive soils have a Plasticity Index of less than ten, based on
laboratory testing according to AASHTO methods or a published scientific analysis of a particular
soil type.
Nonconforming Development.
An element of a development, such as lot area, setback, height, lot
coverage, landscaping, sidewalk, or parking area, or lack thereof, that was created in conformance
with development regulations but which subsequently, due to a change in the zone or applicable
code standards, is no longer in conformance with the current applicable development regulations.
See also, chapter 18-1.4 Nonconforming Situations.
Nonconforming Lot or Lot of Record.
A legally created lot or parcel meeting applicable regulations in
effect at the time of creation (e.g., area, setbacks, coverage, location), but that subsequently, due to
a change in the zone or zoning regulations, no longer conforms with the current applicable
regulations. See also, chapter 18-1.4 Nonconforming Situations.
Nonconforming Structure or Use.
An existing structure or use lawful at the time the ordinance
codified in this title, or any amendment thereto, becomes effective, and which does not conform to
the requirements of the zone in which it is located. See chapter 18-1.4 Nonconforming Situations.
Nonconforming Use.
A use that was allowed by right when established or a use that obtained a
required land use approval when established, but that subsequently, due to a change in the zone or
zoning regulations, the use or the amount of floor area of the use is now prohibited in the zone. See
chapter 18-1.4 Nonconforming Situations.
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Non-Native Species.
A plant species which is not indigenous to the local area.
Northern Lot Line.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-4.8 Solar Access, any lot line or lines
less than 45 degrees southeast or southwest of a line drawn east-west and intersecting the
northernmost point of the lot. If the northern lot line adjoins any unbuildable area (e.g., street, alley,
public right-of-way, parking lot, or common area) other than a required yard area, the northern lot
line shall be that portion of the northerly edge of the unbuildable area which is due north from the
actual northern edge of the applicant's property.
Noxious and Invasive Vegetation.
Plant species which are recognized as having a significant
potential to disrupt the functions and values of local water resource ecosystems. The City of
Ashland Planning Division maintains a list of recognized noxious and invasive plants. Plants may be
added to or removed from the Prohibited Plant List if reviewed and approved by the Staff Advisor in
consultation with the City Horticulturist, Tree Commission, other professional groups with
demonstrable expertise, and local, state and federal agencies.
Comment:
Nucleus colony is an existing definition in AMC 9.08.010, and is moved to the land use ordinance
because it is used in the special use standards in 18-2.3.160 Keeping of Livestock and Bees.
A small quantity of bees with a queen housed in a smaller than usual hive box
Nucleus colony.
designed for a particular purpose not including surplus honey, storage, or harvesting.
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Obstructed Street.
A public street or a private drive serving greater than three units, or a driveway that
has been obstructed by a gate or other barriers designed to restrict access.
Office.
Office uses are characterized by activities conducted in an office setting and generally focusing
on business, government, professional, medical, or financial services.
Comment:
The following definitions of Open Space from Chapter 18.84 Manufactured Housing Developments
and Chapter 18.88 Performance Standards Options are combined.
Open Space.
A common area designated on the final plans of the development, permanently set aside
for the common use of the residents of the development. The open area may be landscaped and/or
left with a natural vegetation cover, and in which area no thoroughfares, parking areas, or
improvements other than recreational facilities are located. All developments shall provide a
minimum of 5% of the total lot area in Open Space.
Open Space.
A common area designated on the final plans of the development, permanently set aside
for the common use of the members of the homeowners associationresidents of the development.,
which open Open space area may be landscaped and/or left with a natural vegetation cover, and in
which area no thoroughfares, parking areas, or improvements other than recreational facilities are
located. All developments with a base density of 10 units or greater shall provide a minimum of 5%
of the total lot area in Open Space that is not subject to bonus point calculations. Bonus points shall
only be awarded to that Open Space area in excess of the 5% required for developments of 10
units or greater. Open Space shall be optional for developments of less than 10 units, unless
required by the application of the approval criteria.
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Orientation.
To cause to face toward a particular point of reference (e.g., “A building oriented to the
street.”).
Owner.
The owner of the title to real property or the contract purchaser of real property of record, as
shown on the latest assessment records in the Office of the County Assessor. Owner also includes
a deed holder or contract purchaser whose name does not appear in the latest assessment
records, but who presents to the City a copy of a deed or contract of sale signed by the owner of
record.
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Parking Space.
A space designed and designated to provide parking for a motor vehicle or bicycle in
compliance with chapter 18-4.3 Parking, Access, and Circulation.
Parkrow or Planter Strip.
A landscape area for street trees and other plantings within the public right-
of-way, usually in the form of a continuous planter area between the street and sidewalk.
Partition.
To divide an area or tract of land into not more than three parcels within one calendar year
12 months. To divide an area or tract of land into three (3) or fewer lots within twelve (12) months.
- Major Land Partition.
A partition which necessitates the creation of a road or street.
- Minor Land Partition.
A partition that does not necessitate the creation of a road or street.
Pedestrian Way.
A right-of-way or easement for pedestrian traffic.
Pedestrian Path.
A graded cleared way, adjacent to the curb at curb level, for individuals who travel on
foot.
Comment:
There are two definitions of person in the ordinance, and the following definition was suggested by the
Legal Department.
Person.
An individual, firm, partnership, association, corporation, estate, receiver, syndicate, branch of
government, social or fraternal organization, or any other group or combination acting as a legal
entity, and including any trustee, assignee, or other representative thereof.
Person.
Any individual or legal entity.Any natural person, their estate, or any legal entity; and includes
any of their designated representatives.
Planned Road or Street.
A highway, road, street, or alley identified in an adopted corridor plan,
comprehensive plan or transportation system plan in accordance with administrative procedures of
OAR 660-012 and ORS chapter 197 but has not been constructed.
Comment:
Two similar definitions of planning application or action exist in Chapter 18.08. The definition has been
updated to coordinate with the procedures section in 18-5 of the ULUO.
Planning Application or Planning Action.
A planning application is an applicationaction, other than
an application for legislative amendment, filed pursuant to the requirements of this ordinance. A
planning action is a proceeding pursuant to this ordinance in which the legal rights, duties or
privileges of specific parties are determined, and any appeal or review of such proceeding, pursuant
to the provision of this ordinance. A planning action does not include a ministerial action or a
legislative amendment.
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- Ministerial Action (Staff Advisor Decision).
Ministerial decisions are made by the Staff
Advisor. The Staff Advisor makes ministerial decisions by applying City standards and criteria
that do not require the use of substantial discretion (e.g., fence, sign and home occupation
permits). A public notice and public hearing are not required for Ministerial decisions.
Procedures for Ministerial actions are contained in section 18-5.1.040.
- Type I Procedure (Administrative Decision With Notice).
Type I decisions are made by the
Staff Advisor with public notice and an opportunity for appeal to the Planning Commission.
Procedures for Type I actions are contained in section 18-5.1.050.
- Type II Procedure (Quasi-Judicial Review/Public Hearing Review).
Type II decisions are
made by the Planning Commission after a public hearing, with an opportunity for appeal to the
City Council. Procedures for Type II actions are contained in section 18-5.1.060.
- Type III Procedure (Legislative Decision).
The Type III procedure applies to the creation,
revision, or large-scale implementation of public policy requiring City Council approval and
enactment of an ordinance; this includes adoption of regulations, zone changes for large areas,
zone changes requiring comprehensive plan amendment, comprehensive plan map or text
amendment, annexations, and urban growth boundary amendments. Type III actions are
reviewed by the Planning Commission, which makes a recommendation to City Council. City
Council makes final decisions on legislative proposals through enactment of an ordinance. See
section 18-5.1.070 Type III.
Planning Action.
A proceeding pursuant to this ordinance in which the legalrights, duties or privileges
of specific parties are determined, and any appeal or review of such proceeding, pursuant to the
provisions of this ordinance. A planning action does not include a ministerial action or a legislative
amendment.
Plat.
A diagram, drawing, or replat containing all the descriptions, locations, specifications, dedications,
provisions and information concerning a subdivision.
Porch, Enclosed/Unenclosed.
Covered porches, exterior balconies, or other similar areas attached to
a building and having dimensions of not less than six feet in depth by eight feet in length. Enclosed
porch means the porch contains wall(s) that are more than 42 inches in height measured from
finished floor level, for 50 percent or more of the porch perimeter. Unenclosed porch means the
porch contains no such walls, but it may be covered.
Porous Solid Surface.
Porous solid surface is a permeable surface built with an underlying stone
reservoir that temporarily stores surface runoff before it infiltrates into the subsoil. Porous solid
surfaces include pervious asphalt, pervious concrete, grass or permeable pavers, or decks that
allow runoff to infiltrate the subsoil beneath the deck.
Power-assisted Equipment or Machinery.
Equipment or machinery other than hand-heldequipment
or machinery. For the purposes of this ordinance, equipment or machinery with wheels and a
weight in excess of 100 pounds is considered power-assisted equipment or machinery or that does
not otherwise meet the definition of Hand-Held Equipment or Machinery. See also, definition of
Hand-Held Equipment or Machinery.
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Pre-existing Structure.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-4.10 Wireless Communication
Facilities, a structure in existence prior to an application for a wireless communication facility
installation.
Primary Residence.
The property that the taxpayer uses a majority of the time during the year
ordinarily will be considered the taxpayer’s principal residence. In addition to the taxpayer’s use of
the property, relevant factors in determining a taxpayer’s principle residence may include, but are
not limited to:
1. The taxpayer’s place of employment;
2. The principal place of abode of the taxpayer’s family members;
3. The address listed on the taxpayer’s federal and state tax returns, driver’s license, automobile
registration, and voter registration card;
4. The taxpayer’s mailing address for bills and correspondence;
5. The location of the taxpayer’s banks; and
6. The location of religious organizations and recreational clubs with which the taxpayer is
affiliated.
Primary Orientation.
Direction of the front of the building with the main entrance to the public.
Principal Building or Principal Primary Structure.
A structure or combination of structures in which
the principal use of the zoning district in which it is located is conducted. A structure or combination
of structures of chief importance or function on a site. In general, the primary use of the site is
carried out in a primary structure. The difference between a primary and accessory structure may
be determined by comparing the size, placement, design, appearance, function, and the orientation
of the structures on a site, among other relevant factors.
Primary Use.
An activity or combination of activities of chief importance on the site. One of the main
purposes for which the land or structures are intended, designed, or ordinarily used. A site may
have more than one primary use.
Private WayDrive.
A private easement or ownership established by deed for vehicular access to
property.A private drive is a road in private ownership, not dedicated to the public, which serves
three or fewer dwelling units.
Property Line Adjustment.
The relocation of a single common property line between two abutting
properties not resulting in an increase in the number of lots, pursuant with Chapter 18-5.3 Land
Divisions and Property Line Adjustments.
Property.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-5.9 Ballot Measure 49 Claims, the private real
property described in a claim and contiguous private real property that is owned by the same
owner, whether or not the contiguous property is described in another claim, and that is not property
owned by the federal government, an Indian tribe or a public body, as defined in ORS 192.410.
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Quarry Face.
The split face of the incision where the disturbed surface meets the natural, undisturbed
surface.
Comment:
Definition of queuing land is existing language in the street standards.
Queuing Lane.
Traffic lane requiring one of two opposing vehicles to yield by pulling into a vacant
portion of the adjacent parking lane to allow the other vehicle to pass. Queuing lanes are designed
to reduce vehicle speeds and non-local traffic on neighborhood streets.
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Rain Barrel.
A barrel used to collect and store rain water runoff from rooftops via rain gutters for non-
potable uses.
Reconstruct.
To recreate or reassemble a structure or building with a new or replacement structure
that recreates or reproduces its form, shape and location as originally built.
Recreational Vehicle or Travel Trailer.
A self-propelled or towable mobile unit used for temporary
dwelling purposes by travelers.
Reduction in Fair Market Value.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-5.9 Ballot Measure 49
Claims, the difference, if any, in the fair market value of the property from the date that is one year
before the enactment of the land use regulation to the date that is one year after the enactment,
plus interest.
Rehabilitation.
The act or process of making possible a compatible use for a property through repair,
alterations, and additions while preserving those portions or features which convey its historical,
cultural, or architectural values.
Religious Institutions and Places of Worship.
Uses primarily providing meeting areas for religious
activities; may include schools and community services as accessory uses.
Residential or Residential Use.
Long-term occupancy of a dwelling unit, which may be owner-
occupied or rented. Occupancy of a dwelling unit for shorter periods (i.e., less than 30 days) of time
is considered an overnight accommodation for transient individuals (e.g., hotel/motel, traveler’s
accommodation). Any activity, as contrasted with commercial and industrial activities, which
involves the peaceful, private conduct of pursuits related to the living environment.
Restaurant.
An establishment where food and drink are prepared, served, and consumed.
Consumption may occur within the principal building or outside the confines of the building.
Retail Sales and Service Uses.
Retail sales and service uses sell, lease, or rent new or used
products, goods, or services.
Restoration.
The act or process of accurately depicting the form, features, and character of a property
as it appeared at a particular period of time by means of the removal of features from other periods
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in its history and reconstruction of missing features from the restoration period. The limited and
sensate upgrading of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and other code-required work to
make properties functional is appropriate within a restoration project.
Restoration.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-3.10 Water Resource Protection Zone
Overlay, efforts performed to re-establish the functional values and characteristics of a critical area
that have been destroyed or degraded by past alterations such as filling, grading or draining.
Comment: The current ordinance contains two definitions of Riparian, in Chapter 18.62 Physical and
Environmental Constraints and Chapter18.63.Water Resource Protection Zones The most recent definition from
the Water Resources chapter is retained.
Riparian.
That area associated with a natural watercourse including its wildlife and vegetation.
Riparian Area.
The area adjacent to a stream, consisting of the area of transition from an aquatic
ecosystem to a terrestrial ecosystem, which affects or is directly affected by the stream.
Riparian Buffer.
An area located adjacent to the stream and including the riparian area that is
preserved for the purpose of protecting the functions and values of the stream and the riparian area
by serving to reduce the adverse effects of adjacent land uses.
Riparian Corridor.
Riparian Corridor is a Goal 5 resource that includes the water areas, fish habitat,
adjacent riparian areas, and wetlands within the riparian area boundary. A riparian corridor is a type
of stream bank protection zone.
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Schools.
Public and private schools, secular or parochial, at the primary, elementary, middle, junior
high, or high school level.
Comment:
The definition of Secretary and the term Staff Advisor are used interchangeably in the current
ordinance. Secretary was used a few times in one of the oldest chapters, Chapter 18.80 Subdivisions, and it has
been updated to Staff Advisor in the unified code.
Secretary.
The Secretaryto the Planning Commission who is the Director of the City Planning
Department.
Self-Service Storage.
Mini-storage or other storage areas for individual or business uses. The storage
areas are designed to allow private access by the tenant for storing personal property.
Comment:
The definition of setback has proven difficult for many people to understand, and therefore has been
updated based on the state model code.
Setback
. The horizontal perpendicular distance from a lot line to the closest part of a building or
structure that is subject to a setback or yard requirement. The minimum distance required between
a specified object, such as a building or structure, and another point. Typically, a setback refers to
the minimum distance (yard dimension) from a building to a specified property line. A setback is
measured horizontally at right angles to the lot line, from the nearest point of the building to the lot
line. Architectural projections may intrude into required setbacks as set forth in section 18-2.4.050
Yard Requirements and General Exceptions. When multi-story setbacks are specified, the setback
for a story above the ground floor is measured horizontally from the plane of the nearest wall of the
upper story to the lot line.
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Shadow Plan.
A schematic or conceptual design for future land development when a lot could be
developed at a higher intensity. A shadow plan demonstrates that the proposed development will
not impede the future use of the lot to be fully developed to the required building intensity standards
(i.e., Floor Area Ratio), and that the proposed development has been planned to prevent piecemeal
and uncoordinated development.
Shared Parking.
Required parking facilities for two or more uses that may or may not be on the same
parcel, which are satisfied jointly with the same facilities. See chapter 18-4.3 Parking, Access, and
Circulation.
Significant Tree.
A tree having a trunk 18 caliper inches or larger in diameter at breast height (DBH).
Signs – Definitions Related to Chapter 18-4.7 Signs
- Alter or Alteration.
Any change excluding content, and including but not limited to the size,
shape, method of illumination, position, location, materials, construction, or supporting structure
of a sign.
- Area.
The entire area within circles, triangles or rectangles which enclose the extreme limits of
lettering, logo, trademark, or other graphic representation, together with any frame or structural
trim forming an integral part of the display used to differentiate the sign from the background
against which it is placed. In the case of a multi-faced sign, the area of each face shall be
included in determining sign area, excepting double-faced signs placed no more than 24 inches
back-to-back.
- Awning.
A temporary or movable shelter supported entirely from the exterior wall of a building
and composed of non-rigid materials except for the supporting framework.
- Building Face of Wall.
All window and wall area of a building in one plane or elevation.
- Bulletin Board or Reader Board.
A sign of a permanent nature, but which accommodates
changeable copy.
- Business.
A commercial or industrial enterprise.
- Business Frontage.
A lineal front footage of a building or portion thereof devoted to a specific
business or enterprise, and having a pedestrian entrance/exit open to the general public during
all business hours.
- Business Premises.
A parcel of property or that portion thereof occupied by one tenant.
- Canopy.
A non-movable roof-like structure attached to a building.
- Construction sign.
A temporary sign erected on the premises where construction is taking
place during the period of construction.
- Direct Illumination.
A source of illumination on the surface of a sign or from within a sign.
- Election.
The time designated by law for voter to cast ballots for candidates and measures.
- Flashing Sign.
A sign incorporating intermittent electrical impulses to a source of illumination or
revolving or moving in a manner which creates the illusion of flashing, or which changes color or
intensity of illumination. This definition is to include electronic time, date, and temperature signs.
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- Ground Sign.
A sign erected on a free-standing frame, mast, or pole and not attached to any
building. Also known as a free-standing sign.
- Indirect Illumination.
A source of illumination directed toward a sign so that the beam of light
falls upon the exterior surface of the sign.
- Illegal Sign.
A sign that is erected in violation of the chapter 18-4.7 Signs.
- Marquee or Awning Sign.
A sign that is painted on, attached to, or supported by a marquee,
awning, or canopy.
- Marquee.
A non-movable roof-like structure that is self-draining.
- Mural.
A graphic design on a building which represents representing a person, place, scene, or
other artistic endeavor. This definition does not include architectural enhancement of a building
facade; however, this would be subject to the procedural and substantive design review portion
of the Site Review Chapter.
- Non-conforming Sign.
An existing sign, lawful at the time of enactment of this ordinance,
which does not conform to the requirements of this code.
- Projecting Signs.
Signs other than wall signs, which are attached to and project from a
structure or building face, usually perpendicular to the building face.
- Portable Sign.
A permitted sign not permanently attached to the ground or other permanent
structure including sandwich boards, pedestal signs, ‘A’ Frame signs, flags, and wind signs (not
including flags of national, state or city governments).
- Public Art.
Public Art defined, approved and installed in accordance with section 2.17 of the
Ashland Municipal Code, shall not be regulated as a sign per the provisions of this Chapter.
- Real Estate Sign.
A sign erected on the premises, where the property or a portion of the
property, is actively listed for sale or lease during the period of sale or lease.
- Replacement Sign.
A change in the materials of permitted sign in which the approved sign
dimensions, supporting structure, and location remain unaltered.
- Roof Sign.
Any sign erected upon, against, or directly above a roof or top of or above the
parapet of a building.
- Shopping Center or Business Complex.
Any business or group of businesses which are in a
building or group of buildings, on one or more lots which are contiguous or which are separated
by a public right-of-way or a privately owned flag drive used for access and not greater than 35
feet in width, which are constructed and/or managed as a single entity, and share ownership
and/or function.
- Sign.
Any identification, description, illustration, symbol, or device which is placed or affixed
directly or indirectly upon a building, structure, or land. Interior illuminated panels, fascia strips,
bands, columns, or other interior illuminated decorative features located on or off a structure,
visible from the public right-of-way, and with or without lettering or graphics shall also be
considered a sign and included in the overall sign area of the site. Public Art shall not be
considered a sign.
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- Sign, Public.
A sign erected by a public officer or employee in the performance of a public duty
which shall include, but not be limited to, motorist informational signs and warning lights.
- Street Frontage.
The lineal dimension in feet that the property upon which a structure is built
abuts a public street or streets.
- Temporary Sign.
A sign that is not permanently affixed. All devices such as banners, pennants,
flags, (not including flags of national, state or city governments), searchlights, curb signs,
balloons, or other air or gas-filled balloons.
- Three-Dimensional Sign.
A sign which has a depth or relief on its surface greater than six
inches exclusive of the supporting sign structure and not to include projecting wall signs.
- Vehicle Sign.
A sign mounted on a vehicle, bicycle, trailer, or boat, or fixed or attached to a
device for the purpose of transporting from site-to-site.
- Wall Graphics.
Including but not limited to any mosaic, mural, painting, graphic art technique,
or combination or grouping of mosaics, murals, paintings, or graphic art techniques applied,
implanted, or placed directly onto a wall or fence.
- Wall Sign.
A sign attached to or erected against the wall or window of a building with the face in
a parallel plane of the building wall.
- Wind Sign or Device.
Any sign or device in the nature of banners, flags, balloons, or other
objects fastened in such a manner as to move upon being subject to pressures by wind or
breeze.
Comment:
The current code contains two definitions of Slope, in Chapter18.62 Physical and Environmental
Constraints and Chapter18.70 Solar Access. They are similar but the solar access definition is more specific,
limiting its application.
Slope.
The deviation of a surface from the horizontal, usually expressed in percent.
- Slope, Solar Access.
For the purpose of calculating solar setback, a vertical change in
elevation divided by the horizontal distance of the vertical change. Slope is measured along
lines extending 150 feet north from the end points of a line drawn parallel to the northern lot line
through the midpoint of the north-south lot dimension. North facing slopes will have negative (-)
values and south facing slopes will have positive (+) values.
Solar Energy System.
Any device or combination of devices or elements which rely upon direct
sunlight as an energy source, including but not limited to any substance or device which collects
sunlight for use in the heating or cooling of a structure or building, the heating or pumping of water,
or the generation of electricity. A solar energy system may be used for purposes in addition to the
collection of solar energy. These uses include, but are not limited to, serving as a structural member
of part of the roof of a building or structure and serving as a window or wall.
Solar Envelope.
A three dimensional surface which covers a lot and shows, at any point, the maximum
height of a permitted structure which protects the solar access of the parcel(s) to the north.
Solar Heating Hours.
The hours and dates during which solar access is protected by a solar access
permit, not to exceed those hours and dates when the sun is lower than 24 degrees altitude and
greater than 70 degrees east and west of true south.
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Solar Access Permit Height Limitations.
The height limitations on affected properties required by the
provisions of a Solar Access Permit displayed as a series of five foot contour lines which begin at
the bottom edge of the solar energy system protected by the permit, rise at an angle to the south
not less than 24 degrees from the horizon, and extend at an angle not greater than 70 degrees to
the east and west of true south and run parallel to the solar energy system.
Solar Setback.
The minimum distance that a structure, or any part thereof, can be located from a
property boundary.
Comment:
The following definition is from Chapter 18.64 Southern Oregon University.
Southern Oregon University (SOU) Plan.
The Campus Master Plan Update for Southern Oregon
University dated April 12, 2010, with all conditions added by the City Planning Commission and City
Council as adopted and incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan by Ordinance No. 3014 on June
1, 2010.
Staff Advisor.
The Secretary Community Development Director for the City of Ashland or an the
Community Development Director’s authorized representative.
Comment:
The existing ordinance currently contains two definitions of story In Chapter 18.08 Definitions. Text
from the two definitions is combined under the second definition.
Story.
That portion of a building included between the upper surface of any floor and the upper surface
of the floor next above, except that the top story shall be that portion of a building included between
the upper surface of the top floor and the ceiling above. A basement shall not be considered a
story. If the wall face of the upper most floor at the rear or side yard setback line is more than three
(3) feet above the floor level below, the upper floor shall be considered a story for purposes of
setbacks. Unenclosed decks, porches, balconies and similar features are not considered stories.
Story.
That portion of a building included between the upper surface of any floor and the upper surface
of the floor next above, except that the top story shall be that portion of a building included between
the upper surface of the top floor and the ceiling above. If the finished floor level directly above a
basement or cellar is more than six (6) feet above grade, the basement or cellar shall be considered
a story.A basement shall not be considered a story. Unenclosed decks, porches, balconies and
similar features are not considered stories.
Story, Half.
A half story is a space under a sloping roof that has the line of intersection of the roof and
exterior wall face not more than three feet above the floor level below and in which space the floor
area with head room of five feet or more occupies no more than 50 percent of the total floor area of
the story directly beneath. If the wall face is more than three feet above the floor level below at the
rear or side yard setback line, then it shall be considered a full story for purposes of setback
measurements.
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Sloping Roof Half Story. If Floor Area “A” is
no more than 50% of Floor Area “B” – then
“A” is a half story. If the wall face is more than
three (3) feet above the floor level below at
the rear or side yard setback line, then it shall
be considered a full story for purposes of
setback measurements.
Stream.
Astream means a channel such as a creek that carries flowing surface water, including
perennial, intermittent and ephemeral streams with defined channels, and excluding man-made
irrigation and drainage channels. Drainage channels do not include historically altered streams or
channels that convey surface water flows. A stream is a type of water resource.
- Stream, Ephemeral.
An ephemeral stream generally flows only during and following a rain
event. Groundwater is not a source of water for the stream. Runoff from rainfall is the primary
source of water for stream flow. Intermittent and ephemeral streams is a type of stream bank
protection zone.
- Stream, Intermittent.
An intermittent stream generally flows only during part of the year, when
groundwater provides water for stream flow. During dry periods, intermittent streams may not
have flowing water. Runoff from rainfall is a supplemental source of water for stream flow.
Intermittent and ephemeral streams is a type of stream bank protection zone.
- Stream, Perennial.
A perennial stream has flowing water year-round during a typical year.
Groundwater is the primary source of water for stream flow. Runoff from rainfall is a
supplemental source of water for stream flow.
- Stream, Local.
Atype of stream bank protection zone.
Stream Bank Protection Zone.
An area subject to the provisions of chapter 18-3.10 Water Resource
Protection Zones that includes a stream and an associated riparian buffer of varying width, as
established herein, located adjacent to the stream, and in which certain human activities are
regulated in order to protect the structure and functions of the stream. A stream bank protection
zone is a type of water resource protection zone. There are three types of stream bank protection
zones defined, established and protected in this chapter – riparian corridor, local streams and
intermittent and ephemeral streams.
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Stream Bank Protection Zone Boundary.
An imaginary line that is measured horizontally at a
standard distance upland from the top of bank or the center line of the stream as required in section
18-3.10.040 Establishment of Water Resource Protection Zones.
Stream Corridor Functions.
Includes providing shade for the stream, stream bank, and channel
stability, woody debris for the stream, sediment retention, litter for aquatic organisms in the stream,
water filtration, aquatic and riparian fish, and wildlife habitat.
Street.
A public right-of-way for roadway, sidewalk, and utility installation including the terms road,
highway, land, place, avenue, alley, or other similar designations. The entire width between the
right-of-way lines of every way that provides for public use for the purpose of vehicular and
pedestrian traffic.
- Street, Alley.
A narrow street, 20 feet or less in width, through a block primarily for vehicular
service access to the back or side of properties otherwise abutting another street. See
standards in section 18-4.6.040 Street Design Standards .
- Street, Arterial.
A street used primarily for through traffic, also referred to as a boulevard.
Street, Collector.
A street used to some extent for through traffic and to some extent for access
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to abutting properties. Types of collector streets are avenues and neighborhood collectors.
- Street, Cul-de-sac.
A short dead-end street terminated by a vehicle turnaround.
- Street, Half.
A portion of the width of a street, usually along the edge of a subdivision, where
the remaining portion of the street could be provided in another subdivision.
Comment:
The definition of marginal access street is deleted because it is not used in the ordinance.
-Street, Marginal Access.
A minor street parallel and adjacent to a major arterial street
providing access to abutting properties but protected from through traffic.
- Street, Minor.
A street intended primarily for access to abutting properties, also referred to as
neighborhood street.
Street Connectivity
. Expressed as the number of street and/or access way connections within a
specific geographic area. Higher levels of connectivity provide for more direct transportation routes
and better dispersion of traffic, resulting in less traffic on individual streets and potentially slower
speeds through neighborhoods.
Street Stub.
A temporary street ending where the street will be extended through adjacent property in
the future, as those properties develop. Not a permanent street-end or dead-end street.
Stripping.
Any activity that significantly disturbs vegetated or otherwise stabilized soil surface,
including clearing and grubbing operations.
Comment:
All buildings are structures, but not all structures are buildings. Last part of definition is a standard and
was moved to Part 18-2 Zoning Regulations.
Structure or Building.
That which is built or constructed; an edifice or building of any kind or any piece
of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined together in some definite manner and which
requires location on, in, or above the ground or which is attached to something having a location on,
in or above the ground. Structures thirty (30) inchesin height or less, including entry stairs,
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uncovered porches, patios and similar structures, are exempt from the side and rear yard setback
requirements and from half (1/2) the yard requirements for the front yard and side yard abutting a
public street.
Structural Alteration.
A change to the supporting members of a structure including foundations,
bearing walls or partitions, columns, beams or girders, or the roof. See also, definition of alteration.
Subdivision or Subdivide Land.
Division of land creating four or more lots within a calendar year 12
months, except the Performance Standards Option under chapter 18-3.8 includes the division of
land creating three lots. See also, chapter 18-5.3, Land Divisions and ORS 92.010. To divide an
area or tract of landinto four (4) or more lots within twelve (12) months.
Sunchart, Solar Access.
Photographs or drawings, taken in accordance with the guidelines of the
Staff Advisor, which plot the position of the sun during solar heating hours. The sunchart shall
contain at a minimum the southern skyline as seen through a grid which plots solar altitude for a 42
degree northern latitude in ten degree increments and solar azimuth measured from true south in
15 degree increments. If the solar energy system is less than 20 feet wide, a minimum of one
sunchart shall be taken from the bottom edge of the center of the solar energy system. If the solar
energy system is greater than 20 feet wide, a minimum of two suncharts shall be taken, one from
the bottom edge of each end of the solar energy system.
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Comment:
The word reoccurring is inserted to address temporary uses that are seasonal but occur over some
time period (e.g. farmers market is an annual event). Approval authority replaces Commission because the short-
term events of 72 hours or less are a ministerial approval in the ULUO.
Temporary Use.
A short-term, seasonal, reoccurring, or intermittent use. Such use shall be approved
by Conditional Use Permit only, with such conditions as the City approval authority Commission
deems reasonable in accordance with the conditional use standards.
Top of Bank.
The elevation at which water overflows the natural banks of streams or other waters of
the state and begins to inundate upland areas. Physical characteristics that indicate the elevation
include a clear, natural line impressed on the shore, a change from bare soil to upland vegetation
(e.g., oak, fir, pine), a change in vegetation from riparian vegetation (e.g., willows, big leaf maple,
alders) to upland vegetation (e.g., oak, fir, pine), a textural change of depositional sediment or
changes in the character of the soil (e.g., from sand, sand and cobble, cobble and gravel to upland
soils), absence of fine debris (e.g., needles, leaves, cones and seeds), and the presence of water-
borne litter or debris, water-stained leaves or water lines on tree trunks. In the absence of physical
evidence or where the top of each bank is not clearly defined, the two year recurrence interval flood
elevation may be used to approximate the top of bank.
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Topping.
The severe cutting back of a tree's limbs to stubs three inches or larger in diameter within the
tree's crown to such a degree so as to remove the natural canopy and disfigure the tree. Topping
does not include the practice of pollarding when conducted in accordance with the standards
established by the International Society of Arboriculture.
Tract or Area of Land
. A unit or contiguous units of land under single ownership.
Traveler’s Accommodations.
Transient lodging in a residential zone having rooms or dwellings rented
or kept for rent to travelers or transients for a charge or fee paid or to be paid for rental or use of
such facilities for a period of less than 30 consecutive days, as is rental of a dwelling, building or
any portion hereof on two or more occasions within a 30-day period.
Tree.
Any woody plant having a trunk six caliper inches or larger in diameter at breast height (DBH). If
a tree splits into multiple trunks above ground, but below 4 ½ feet, the trunk is measured at its most
narrow point beneath the split, and is considered one tree if greater than six inches DBH. Plants
commonly planted as shrubs, including but not limited to English laurel, Leyland cypress, photinia,
arborvitae, poison oak, English holly, and English ivy shall not be considered a Tree. Trees
specifically planted and maintained as a hedge shall also not be considered a Tree.
Tree Account.
An account established by resolution of the City Council for the receipt of funds to be
utilized for future tree purposes, as outlined in the resolution.
Tree Protection Zone.
The area reserved around a tree or group of trees in which no grading, access,
stockpiling, or other construction activity shall occur as determined by the Staff Advisor based on
review of the tree and site conditions.
Comment:
The code contains two different definitions of Tree Removal. The first below is from chapter 18.61
Tree Protection. The second is from 18.62 Physical and Environmental Constraints, and is removed from the
definitions and moved to list of items requiring a Physical Constraints Review Permit.
Tree Removal.
To cut down a tree, remove 50 percent or more of the crown, trunk, or root system of a
tree, or to damage a tree so as to cause the tree to decline and/or die. Tree Removal includes
topping. Tree removal includes but is not limited to damage inflicted upon a root system by
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application of toxic substances, operation of equipment and vehicles, storage of materials, change
of natural grade due to unapproved excavation or filling, or unapproved alteration of natural physical
conditions. Tree removal does not include normal trimming or pruning of trees.
Tree Removal.
The following activities are defined as tree removal:
1.The removal of three or more living trees of over six (6) inches diameter at breast height
(d.b.h.), or the removal of five percent (5%) of the total number of living (or dead trees) over six
(6) inches d.b.h., whichever is greater, on any lot within five (5) year period, or any form of
commercial logging;
2.The removal of one or more living conifers greater than two (2) feet d.b.h., or living broadleaf
trees greater than one (1) foot d.b.h.
Tree Removal Permit.
Written authorization from the City for a tree removal to proceed as described in
an application, such authorization having been given in accordance with chapter 18-4.5 Tree
Preservation and Protection.
Turnaround.
A vehicle maneuvering area at the end of a dead-end street or driveway (e.g.,
hammerhead, cul-de-sac, or other configuration) that allows for vehicles to turn around.
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Unbuildable Area.
All areas outside of building envelopes and within open space.
Upland.
Land not characterized by the presence of riparian area, water bodies, or wetlands.
Urban Growth Boundary (UGB).
The City incorporates by reference the definition given the term in
ORS 195.060, as amended.
Use.
The purpose for which land or a structure is designed, arranged, intended, occupied, or
maintained.
V
Comment: Last part of definition of vision clearance area is a standard, and is moved to section 18-2.4.040 Vision
Clearance Area.
Vision Clearance Area.
Areas near intersections of roadways and motor vehicle access points where
a clear field of vision is required for traffic safety and to maintain adequate sight distance. See
section 18-2.4.090 Vision Clearance Area. A triangular area on a lot at the intersection of two (2)
streets or a street and a railroad, two (2) sides of which are lot lines measured from the corner
intersection of the lot lines for a distance specified in these regulations. The third side of the triangle
is a line across the corner of the lot joining the ends of the other two sides. Where the lot lines or
intersections have rounded corners, the lot lines will be extended in a straight line to a point of
intersection.
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Waive or Waiver.
For the purposes of implementing chapter 18-5.9 Ballot Measure 49 Claims, an
action or decision authorizing the claimant to use the property without application of the land use
regulation(s) to the extent necessary to offset the reduction in fair market value of the property.
Walkway.
A sidewalk or path improved to City standards or to other roadway authority standards, as
applicable.
Water Budget.
The amount of water a landscape needs taking into account the inputs and outputs of
water to and from the root zone. Inputs, such as precipitation, are subtracted from outputs, such as
evapotranspiration, to calculate the water needs of the landscape.
Water Conserving Landscaping – Definitions Related to Section 18-4.4.030.I
- Automatic Sprinkler Controller.
Sprinkler controllers/timers determine watering start and stop
times.
- Baseline.
The amount of water required by the site during the peak watering month if watered
at 100 percent of Reference Evapotranspiration (ETo).
- Berm.
Any area where the soil is raised 30 percent or more on its sides and has no retaining
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wall included
- Check Valves.
A check valve a device that prevents the water that remains in the sprinkler
piping from draining out of the sprinklers after the valve has shut off.
- Control Valves.
These are the valves that sprinklers on and off; they also may be used for drip
irrigation systems. Other names sometime used for them are irrigation valve or sprinkler valve.
- Drip Irrigation.
Devices that apply water at or below the soil surface. Spray or misting emitters
are not drip irrigation devices.
- Emitters.
Drip distribution device that dispenses water to the infiltrative surface at a predictable
rate.
- Head to Head Coverage:
The area watered by each sprinkler overlaps the area watered by the
adjacent sprinkler; providing uniform water coverage.
- Irrigation Zone.
The portion of an irrigation system served by a single control valve, typically
operated by a unique station on the irrigation controller.
- Mature Compost.
A stable organic amendment product characterized by raw materials (yard
trimmings, vegetative, food waste, feedstock manures, etc.) that has been sufficiently
decomposed under controlled moisture and aeration conditions. Mature compost is a well-cured
product in which viable seed and pathogens are eliminated through the application of high
temperatures. Mature Compost is characterized by low amounts of carbon dioxide, a low ratio of
ammonia to nitrate, low total ammonia content, and little to no odor.
- Mulch.
A permeable protective covering of organic material such as bark, pine needles, or
compost spread over soil and around plants to reduce evaporation, maintain even soil
temperature, prevent soil erosion, and prevent leaks.
- Precipitation Rates (PR).
The rate that sprinkler heads apply water to the soil or turf.
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- Pressure Reduction Valve (PRV).
A valve that automatically reduces the water pressure from
the water supply main to a lower, more appropriate pressure. Pressure regulating sprinklers are
not considered a Pressure reduction valve.
- Raised Beds.
Areas of soil with retaining walls one foot or greater in height.
- Terrace.
Creation of horizontal areas on sloped land through a series of steps, retained on the
downhill side.
Water Resource.
A riparian, local, intermittent or ephemeral stream corridor, or a wetland, as
distinguished from a riparian or wetland buffer, which extends upland from the WaterResource.
Water Resources Map.
The adopted City of Ashland map which identifies the approximate locations of
water resources in Ashland including officially recognized streams and wetlands identified on
Ashland’ s Local Wetland Inventory.
Water Resource Protection Zone.
An area subject to the provisions of chapter 18-3.10 Water
Resource Protection Zones which includes a water resource and an associated buffer of varying
width, located adjacent to the water resource and in which certain human activities are regulated in
order to protect the structure, functions, and values of the resource. Water resource protection zone
is a category including stream bank protection zones and wetland protection zones.
Wetlands.
Those areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or ground water at a frequency or
duration sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances do support, a prevalence of
vegetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions. Wetlands are a type of water
resource.
- Wetlands, Locally Significant.
Those wetlands identified on the Water Resources Map and
determined significant wetlands using the criteria adopted the Oregon Department of State
Lands (DSL). Locally significant wetlands is a type of wetland protection zone.
- Wetlands, Possible.
An area that appears to meet wetland criteria but is too small (less than a
half acre according to Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL) rules) to require its inclusion in
the Local Wetland Inventory. The Water Resources Map notes areas that are in the possible
wetland designation. However, there may be additional existing areas that meet the DSL
wetland criteria, but are not included on the Water Resources Map. Possible wetlands is a type
of wetland protection zone.
Wetland Boundary.
A line marked on a map or flagged in the field that identifies the approximate
wetland/non-wetland boundary.
Wetland Buffer.
An area extending away from the outer delineated wetland boundary or upland edge
that is preserved for the purpose of protecting the functions and values of the wetland by serving to
reduce the adverse effects of adjacent land uses.
Wetland Delineation.
A determination of wetland presence that includes marking the wetland
boundaries on the ground and/or on a detailed map prepared by professional land survey or similar
accurate methods.
Wetland Functions.
Include wildlife habitat, fish habitat, water quality, and hydrological control.
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Wetland Protection Zone.
An area subject to the provisions of chapter 18-3.10 Water Resource
Protection Zones that includes all wetlands determined to be locally significant and possible
wetlands with confirmed jurisdictional wetland presence, and an associated buffer area of varying
width, as established herein, located adjacent to the wetland, and in which certain human activities
are regulated in order to protect the structure and functions of the wetland. A wetland protection
zone is a type of water resource protection zone. There are two types of wetland protection zones
defined, established and protected in this chapter – locally significant wetlands and possible
wetlands.
Wetland Protection Zone Boundary.
An imaginary line that is measured horizontally at a standard
distance upland from the upland from the delineated wetland boundary as required in section 18-
3.10.040 Establishment of Water Resource Protection Zones.
Wetland Specialist.
An individual who has the appropriate credentials verifying proven expertise and
vocational experience conducting wetland delineations.
Wildfire.
Fire caused by combustion of native vegetation, commonly referred to as forest fire or brush
fire, and not a prescribed burn.
Wireless Communication Facilities.
The site, structures, equipment, and appurtenances used to
transmit, receive, distribute, provide, or offer wireless telecommunications services. This includes,
but is not limited to antennas, poles, towers, cables, wires, conduits, ducts, pedestals, vaults,
buildings, electronics, and switching equipment.
Wireless Communications Systems.
The sending and receiving of radio frequency transmissions and
the connection or relaying of these signals to land lines and other sending and receiving stations,
and including, but not limited to cellular radiotelephone, personal communications services (PCS),
enhanced/specialized mobile radio, and commercial paging services, and any other technology
which provides similar services.
Wireless Communications Support Structure.
A structure used to support wireless communications
antennas and connecting appurtenances. The purpose of such structures is to elevate an antenna
above the surrounding terrain or structures and may be attached to an existing building or other
permanent structures or as a free-standing structure which may include, but are not limited to
monopole support structures and lattice support structures, and may have supporting guyed wires
and ground anchors.
- Monopole
. A support structure which consists of a single pole sunk into the ground or
attached to a foundation.
- Lattice Tower.
A support structure which consists of a network of cross braces that forms a
tower. These types of structures are primarily used for taller towers and require a larger
base than that of a monopole.
- Alternative Structure
. Man-made structures that, by design, camouflage or conceal the
presence of wireless communication facilities, such as clock towers, bell towers, church
steeples, water towers, light poles, and similar alternative-design mounting structures.
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Yard.
An open space on a lot which is unobstructed by a structure, and measured from a lot line to the
nearest point of a building. May also be an area defined by required setbacks (e.g., between a
building or structure and nearest property line).
- Yard, Front.
A yard between side lot lines and measured horizontally at right angles to the front
lot line from the front lot line to the nearest point of the building.
- Yard, Side.
An open space between the front and rear yards measured horizontally and at right
angles from the side lot line to the nearest point of the building.
- Yard, Rear.
A yard between side lot lines and measured horizontally at right angles to the rear
yard line from the rear yard line to the nearest point of the building.
Z
Zoning Permit.
An acknowledgement made to the Building Official by the Staff Advisor that the
application for a building permit meets the requirements of the land use ordinance. Where
applicable, a zoning permit may also set forth any special conditions to be met by the applicant prior
to issuance of a certificate of occupancy or any other planning and zoning related conditions to be
enforced by the Building Official.
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