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2021-10-05
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Chapter 27 Zoning
Municipal Code
Ch 1
Administration and Government
Ch 2
Animals
Ch 3
(Reserved)
Ch 4
Buildings
Ch 5
Code Enforcement
Ch 6
Conduct
Ch 7
Fire Prevention and Fire Protection
Ch 8
(Reserved)
Ch 9
(Reserved)
Ch 10
Health and Safety
Ch 11
(Reserved)
Ch 12
(Reserved)
Ch 13
Licenses, Permits and General Business Regulations
Ch 14
Mobile Homes and Mobile Home Parks
Ch 15
Motor Vehicles
Ch 16
Parks and Recreation
Ch 17
(Reserved)
Ch 18
Sewers and Sewage Disposal
Ch 19
(Reserved)
Ch 20
Solid Waste
Ch 21
Streets and Sidewalks
Ch 22
(Reserved)
Ch 23
(Reserved)
Ch 24
Taxation, Special
Ch 25
(Reserved)
Ch 26
Water
Ch 27
Zoning
Ch 27 Pt 1
GENERAL PROVISIONS
§ 27-101
Short Title.
§ 27-102
Purpose.
§ 27-103
Community Development Objectives.
§ 27-104
Planned Unit Development.
Ch 27 Pt 2
DEFINITIONS
§ 27-201
Interpretation and Definitions.
Ch 27 Pt 3
ESTABLISHMENT OF DISTRICTS; PROVISIONS FOR OFFICIAL ZONING MAP
§ 27-301
Official Zoning Map.
§ 27-302
Replacement of the Official Zoning Map.
Ch 27 Pt 4
DISTRICTS
§ 27-401
List of Districts.
§ 27-402
Interpretation of District Boundaries.
Ch 27 Pt 5
APPLICATION OF DISTRICT REGULATIONS
§ 27-501
Regulations.
Ch 27 Pt 6
R-O RESIDENTIAL OUTLYING DISTRICTS
§ 27-601
Intent.
§ 27-602
Permitted Uses.
§ 27-603
Special Exceptions.
§ 27-604
Lot Area, Building Height and Yard Requirements.
§ 27-605
Minimum Off-Street Parking Requirements.
§ 27-606
Limitations of Signs.
Ch 27 Pt 7
R-T RESIDENTIAL TOWN DISTRICTS
§ 27-701
Intent.
§ 27-702
Permitted Uses.
§ 27-703
Special Exceptions.
§ 27-704
Lot Area, Building Height, and Yard Requirements.
§ 27-705
Minimum Off-Street Parking Requirements.
§ 27-706
Limitations of Signs.
Ch 27 Pt 8
C CENTRAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
§ 27-801
Intent.
§ 27-802
Permitted Uses.
§ 27-803
Lot Area, Building Height, and Yard Requirements.
§ 27-804
Minimum Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements.
§ 27-805
Limitations of Signs.
Ch 27 Pt 9
(RESERVED)
Ch 27 Pt 10
F – FLOODPLAIN DISTRICTS
§ 27-1001
Intent.
§ 27-1002
Applicability.
§ 27-1003
Abrogation and Greater Restrictions.
§ 27-1004
Severability.
§ 27-1005
Warning and Disclaimer of Liability.
§ 27-1006
Designation of the Floodplain Administrator.
§ 27-1007
Permits Required.
§ 27-1008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Floodplain Administrator.
§ 27-1009
Application Procedures and Requirements.
§ 27-1010
Review of Application by Others.
§ 27-1011
Changes.
§ 27-1012
Placards.
§ 27-1013
Start of Construction.
§ 27-1014
Enforcement.
§ 27-1015
Appeals.
§ 27-1016
Identification of Floodplain Areas.
§ 27-1017
Description and Special Requirements of Identified Floodplain Areas.
§ 27-1018
Changes in Identification of Area.
§ 27-1019
Boundary Disputes.
§ 27-1020
Jurisdictional Boundary Changes.
§ 27-1021
Technical Provisions.
§ 27-1022
Elevation and Floodproofing Requirements.
§ 27-1023
Design and Construction Standards.
§ 27-1024
Development That May Endanger Human Life.
§ 27-1025
Special Requirements for Subdivisions and Development.
§ 27-1026
Special Requirements for Manufactured Homes.
§ 27-1027
Special Requirements for Recreational Vehicles.
§ 27-1028
Prohibited Activities.
§ 27-1029
Existing Structures.
§ 27-1030
Improvements.
§ 27-1031
Variances.
§ 27-1032
Variance Procedures and Conditions.
§ 27-1033
Definitions.
§ 27-1034
Specific Definitions.
§ 27-1035
Adoption.
Ch 27 Pt 11
SUPPLEMENTARY DISTRICT REGULATIONS
§ 27-1101
General Provisions.
§ 27-1102
Accessory Buildings and Structures.
§ 27-1103
Temporary Structures for Dwelling Purposes.
§ 27-1104
Building Coverage.
§ 27-1105
Fences, Walls and Hedges.
§ 27-1106
Traffic Visibility Across Corners.
§ 27-1107
Required Street Access.
§ 27-1108
Exceptions.
§ 27-1109
Water Supply and Sewage Facilities Required.
§ 27-1110
Projections Into Yards.
§ 27-1111
Accessory Uses.
§ 27-1112
Home Occupation Regulations.
§ 27-1113
Gasoline Pumps and All Other Service Equipment.
§ 27-1114
Lot Area and Lot Width for Lots Not Served with Public Water and/or Sanitary Sewers.
§ 27-1115
Animal and Poultry.
§ 27-1116
Parking, Storage, or Use of Major Recreational Equipment.
§ 27-1117
Street Widths.
§ 27-1118
Express Standards for Adult Businesses.
§ 27-1119
Wireless Telecommunications Facilities.
Ch 27 Pt 12
OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS
§ 27-1201
Off-Street Parking.
§ 27-1202
Other Buildings or Uses.
§ 27-1203
Combined Use of Facilities.
§ 27-1204
Reduction of Existing Parking.
§ 27-1205
Fractional Space.
§ 27-1206
Paving.
§ 27-1207
Parking and Storage of Certain Vehicles.
§ 27-1208
Services on Parking Facilities.
§ 27-1209
Commercial and Industrial Loading/Unloading Spaces.
§ 27-1210
Standards and Definitions.
Ch 27 Pt 13
SIGNS AND ADVERTISING STRUCTURES
§ 27-1301
Definitions.
§ 27-1302
Historic Central Business Overlay District.
§ 27-1303
Dynamic Message Display Signs.
§ 27-1304
Sign Permits.
§ 27-1305
Conditional Use Sign Permit.
§ 27-1306
General Regulations.
§ 27-1307
Sign Size Chart.
§ 27-1308
Alterations to Permitted Signs.
§ 27-1309
Number of Signs.
§ 27-1310
Violations.
Ch 27 Pt 14
NONCONFORMITIES
§ 27-1401
Intent.
§ 27-1402
Nonconforming Lots of Record.
§ 27-1403
Nonconforming Uses of Land.
§ 27-1404
Nonconforming Structures.
§ 27-1405
Nonconforming Uses of Structures or Land and Structures in Combination.
§ 27-1406
Classification of Pre-Existing Uses Listed As Special Exceptions.
§ 27-1407
Nonconforming Signs.
Ch 27 Pt 15
ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
§ 27-1501
Appointment and Powers of Zoning Officer.
§ 27-1502
Certificates and Permits.
§ 27-1503
Records.
§ 27-1504
Fees.
§ 27-1505
Zoning Hearing Board.
§ 27-1506
Hearings.
§ 27-1507
Jurisdiction.
§ 27-1508
Variances.
§ 27-1509
Special Exceptions.
§ 27-1510
Parties Appellant Before the Board.
§ 27-1511
Time Limitations.
§ 27-1512
Stay of Proceedings.
§ 27-1513
Enforcement Notice.
§ 27-1514
Causes of Action.
§ 27-1515
Enforcement Remedies.
§ 27-1516
Enactment of Zoning Ordinance Amendments.
§ 27-1517
Procedure for Landowner Curative Amendments.
§ 27-1518
Procedure for Borough Curative Amendments.
Ch 27 Pt 16
LEGAL PROVISIONS
§ 27-1601
Conflicting Regulations.
§ 27-1602
Repealer.
§ 27-1603
Validity.
§ 27-1604
Effective Date.
Ch 27 Pt 17
PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
§ 27-1701
Intent.
§ 27-1702
Procedure.
§ 27-1703
Public Hearings.
§ 27-1704
The Findings.
§ 27-1705
Status of Plan After Tentative Approval.
§ 27-1706
Planned Development Standards.
§ 27-1707
Enforcement Remedies.
Appendix
Apx A
Annexation of Territory
Apx B
Bond Issues and Loans
Apx C
Franchises and Services
Apx D
Governmental and Intergovernmental Affairs
Apx E
Plan Approval
Apx F
Public Property
Apx G
Sewers
Apx H
Streets and Sidewalks
Apx I
Water
Apx J
(Reserved)
Disposition List
Ch KO
Key to the Disposition of All Ordinances
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Chapter 27
Zoning
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 - Table of Zoning Map Amendments
Part 1
GENERAL PROVISIONS
chevron_right
§ 27-101
Short Title.
chevron_right
§ 27-102
Purpose.
chevron_right
§ 27-103
Community Development Objectives.
chevron_right
§ 27-104
Planned Unit Development.
chevron_right
Part 2
DEFINITIONS
chevron_right
§ 27-201
Interpretation and Definitions.
chevron_right
Part 3
ESTABLISHMENT OF DISTRICTS; PROVISIONS FOR OFFICIAL ZONING MAP
chevron_right
§ 27-301
Official Zoning Map.
chevron_right
§ 27-302
Replacement of the Official Zoning Map.
chevron_right
Part 4
DISTRICTS
chevron_right
§ 27-401
List of Districts.
chevron_right
§ 27-402
Interpretation of District Boundaries.
chevron_right
Part 5
APPLICATION OF DISTRICT REGULATIONS
chevron_right
§ 27-501
Regulations.
chevron_right
Part 6
R-O RESIDENTIAL OUTLYING DISTRICTS
chevron_right
§ 27-601
Intent.
chevron_right
§ 27-602
Permitted Uses.
chevron_right
§ 27-603
Special Exceptions.
chevron_right
§ 27-604
Lot Area, Building Height and Yard Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 27-605
Minimum Off-Street Parking Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 27-606
Limitations of Signs.
chevron_right
Part 7
R-T RESIDENTIAL TOWN DISTRICTS
chevron_right
§ 27-701
Intent.
chevron_right
§ 27-702
Permitted Uses.
chevron_right
§ 27-703
Special Exceptions.
chevron_right
§ 27-704
Lot Area, Building Height, and Yard Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 27-705
Minimum Off-Street Parking Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 27-706
Limitations of Signs.
chevron_right
Part 8
C CENTRAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
chevron_right
§ 27-801
Intent.
chevron_right
§ 27-802
Permitted Uses.
chevron_right
§ 27-803
Lot Area, Building Height, and Yard Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 27-804
Minimum Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 27-805
Limitations of Signs.
chevron_right
Part 9
(RESERVED)
chevron_right
Part 10
F – FLOODPLAIN DISTRICTS
chevron_right
§ 27-1001
Intent.
chevron_right
§ 27-1002
Applicability.
chevron_right
§ 27-1003
Abrogation and Greater Restrictions.
chevron_right
§ 27-1004
Severability.
chevron_right
§ 27-1005
Warning and Disclaimer of Liability.
chevron_right
§ 27-1006
Designation of the Floodplain Administrator.
chevron_right
§ 27-1007
Permits Required.
chevron_right
§ 27-1008
Duties and Responsibilities of the Floodplain Administrator.
chevron_right
§ 27-1009
Application Procedures and Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 27-1010
Review of Application by Others.
chevron_right
§ 27-1011
Changes.
chevron_right
§ 27-1012
Placards.
chevron_right
§ 27-1013
Start of Construction.
chevron_right
§ 27-1014
Enforcement.
chevron_right
§ 27-1015
Appeals.
chevron_right
§ 27-1016
Identification of Floodplain Areas.
chevron_right
§ 27-1017
Description and Special Requirements of Identified Floodplain Areas.
chevron_right
§ 27-1018
Changes in Identification of Area.
chevron_right
§ 27-1019
Boundary Disputes.
chevron_right
§ 27-1020
Jurisdictional Boundary Changes.
chevron_right
§ 27-1021
Technical Provisions.
chevron_right
§ 27-1022
Elevation and Floodproofing Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 27-1023
Design and Construction Standards.
chevron_right
§ 27-1024
Development That May Endanger Human Life.
chevron_right
§ 27-1025
Special Requirements for Subdivisions and Development.
chevron_right
§ 27-1026
Special Requirements for Manufactured Homes.
chevron_right
§ 27-1027
Special Requirements for Recreational Vehicles.
chevron_right
§ 27-1028
Prohibited Activities.
chevron_right
§ 27-1029
Existing Structures.
chevron_right
§ 27-1030
Improvements.
chevron_right
§ 27-1031
Variances.
chevron_right
§ 27-1032
Variance Procedures and Conditions.
chevron_right
§ 27-1033
Definitions.
chevron_right
§ 27-1034
Specific Definitions.
chevron_right
§ 27-1035
Adoption.
chevron_right
Part 11
SUPPLEMENTARY DISTRICT REGULATIONS
chevron_right
§ 27-1101
General Provisions.
chevron_right
§ 27-1102
Accessory Buildings and Structures.
chevron_right
§ 27-1103
Temporary Structures for Dwelling Purposes.
chevron_right
§ 27-1104
Building Coverage.
chevron_right
§ 27-1105
Fences, Walls and Hedges.
chevron_right
§ 27-1106
Traffic Visibility Across Corners.
chevron_right
§ 27-1107
Required Street Access.
chevron_right
§ 27-1108
Exceptions.
chevron_right
§ 27-1109
Water Supply and Sewage Facilities Required.
chevron_right
§ 27-1110
Projections Into Yards.
chevron_right
§ 27-1111
Accessory Uses.
chevron_right
§ 27-1112
Home Occupation Regulations.
chevron_right
§ 27-1113
Gasoline Pumps and All Other Service Equipment.
chevron_right
§ 27-1114
Lot Area and Lot Width for Lots Not Served with Public Water and/or Sanitary Sewers.
chevron_right
§ 27-1115
Animal and Poultry.
chevron_right
§ 27-1116
Parking, Storage, or Use of Major Recreational Equipment.
chevron_right
§ 27-1117
Street Widths.
chevron_right
§ 27-1118
Express Standards for Adult Businesses.
chevron_right
§ 27-1119
Wireless Telecommunications Facilities.
chevron_right
Part 12
OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS
chevron_right
§ 27-1201
Off-Street Parking.
chevron_right
§ 27-1202
Other Buildings or Uses.
chevron_right
§ 27-1203
Combined Use of Facilities.
chevron_right
§ 27-1204
Reduction of Existing Parking.
chevron_right
§ 27-1205
Fractional Space.
chevron_right
§ 27-1206
Paving.
chevron_right
§ 27-1207
Parking and Storage of Certain Vehicles.
chevron_right
§ 27-1208
Services on Parking Facilities.
chevron_right
§ 27-1209
Commercial and Industrial Loading/Unloading Spaces.
chevron_right
§ 27-1210
Standards and Definitions.
chevron_right
Part 13
SIGNS AND ADVERTISING STRUCTURES
chevron_right
§ 27-1301
Definitions.
chevron_right
§ 27-1302
Historic Central Business Overlay District.
chevron_right
§ 27-1303
Dynamic Message Display Signs.
chevron_right
§ 27-1304
Sign Permits.
chevron_right
§ 27-1305
Conditional Use Sign Permit.
chevron_right
§ 27-1306
General Regulations.
chevron_right
§ 27-1307
Sign Size Chart.
chevron_right
§ 27-1308
Alterations to Permitted Signs.
chevron_right
§ 27-1309
Number of Signs.
chevron_right
§ 27-1310
Violations.
chevron_right
Part 14
NONCONFORMITIES
chevron_right
§ 27-1401
Intent.
chevron_right
§ 27-1402
Nonconforming Lots of Record.
chevron_right
§ 27-1403
Nonconforming Uses of Land.
chevron_right
§ 27-1404
Nonconforming Structures.
chevron_right
§ 27-1405
Nonconforming Uses of Structures or Land and Structures in Combination.
chevron_right
§ 27-1406
Classification of Pre-Existing Uses Listed As Special Exceptions.
chevron_right
§ 27-1407
Nonconforming Signs.
chevron_right
Part 15
ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
chevron_right
§ 27-1501
Appointment and Powers of Zoning Officer.
chevron_right
§ 27-1502
Certificates and Permits.
chevron_right
§ 27-1503
Records.
chevron_right
§ 27-1504
Fees.
chevron_right
§ 27-1505
Zoning Hearing Board.
chevron_right
§ 27-1506
Hearings.
chevron_right
§ 27-1507
Jurisdiction.
chevron_right
§ 27-1508
Variances.
chevron_right
§ 27-1509
Special Exceptions.
chevron_right
§ 27-1510
Parties Appellant Before the Board.
chevron_right
§ 27-1511
Time Limitations.
chevron_right
§ 27-1512
Stay of Proceedings.
chevron_right
§ 27-1513
Enforcement Notice.
chevron_right
§ 27-1514
Causes of Action.
chevron_right
§ 27-1515
Enforcement Remedies.
chevron_right
§ 27-1516
Enactment of Zoning Ordinance Amendments.
chevron_right
§ 27-1517
Procedure for Landowner Curative Amendments.
chevron_right
§ 27-1518
Procedure for Borough Curative Amendments.
chevron_right
Part 16
LEGAL PROVISIONS
chevron_right
§ 27-1601
Conflicting Regulations.
chevron_right
§ 27-1602
Repealer.
chevron_right
§ 27-1603
Validity.
chevron_right
§ 27-1604
Effective Date.
chevron_right
Part 17
PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
chevron_right
§ 27-1701
Intent.
chevron_right
§ 27-1702
Procedure.
chevron_right
§ 27-1703
Public Hearings.
chevron_right
§ 27-1704
The Findings.
chevron_right
§ 27-1705
Status of Plan After Tentative Approval.
chevron_right
§ 27-1706
Planned Development Standards.
chevron_right
§ 27-1707
Enforcement Remedies.
chevron_right