Township of East Lampeter, PA Article XXII General Regulations

§ 375-22010 Statement of intent and application.

A. The purpose and objective of the provisions established under Article XXII of this chapter is to establish general regulations for residential and nonresidential land uses.

B. The provisions contained under Article XXII of this chapter are intended to serve as minimum requirements to promote the public health, safety and the general welfare of the residents and property owners. These regulations shall supplement and not replace the provisions established in this chapter.

C. Unless otherwise specified within this chapter and/or where the general regulations contained in Article XXII impose greater restrictions than those of any other statute, ordinance or regulation, the provisions established under Article XXII of this chapter shall prevail.

§ 375-22020 Access to lots, buildings, structures and uses.

A. All buildings and structures that are erected or moved shall be located on a lot adjacent to a public street or an approved private street. The erection of buildings without approved access shall not be permitted.

B. All buildings and structures shall be so located on the lots in such a manner to provide safe and convenient access for emergency vehicles and off-street parking.

C. Access to all permitted uses shall comply with the provisions specified by this chapter.

§ 375-22030 Accessory uses, buildings and structures.

A. General provisions. Accessory buildings and structures, including garages, carports, swimming pools, therapeutic spas, hot tubs, horse barns, pole building, barns, utility sheds, storage buildings, residential gardens, tennis courts, nonrecreational structures, gazebos, greenhouses, miscellaneous landscaping features, and other similar accessory uses, buildings and structures, shall comply with the location, size, coverage and height provisions that are specified by the general provisions contained under § 375-22030 of this chapter. Where the general regulations are not specified, the provisions of the underlying zoning district on which the accessory use, building or structure is located shall apply.

B. Accessory building and structures shall count towards the building coverage and lot coverage for the lot to which the accessory building or structure is located.

C. Barns, pole barns and horse barns. The following provisions shall apply to barns, pole barns and horse barns:

(1) Barns utilized as part of a permitted agricultural operation shall comply with the area, bulk, setback and height requirements that are specified by the zoning district to which the barn is located.

(2) Pole barns utilized as part of a permitted use shall comply with the area, bulk, setback and height requirements that are specified by the zoning district to which the barn is located.

(3) Horse barns utilized as part of a permitted agricultural operation shall comply with the provisions that are specified under § 375-23030 of this chapter.

(4) Horse barns utilized for transportation and are accessory to a residential use as shall comply with the provisions contained under § 375-23380 of this chapter.

D. Decks, patios and terraces. The following provisions shall apply to decks, patios and terraces:

(1) Decks, patios and terraces located on a lot occupied by a single-family detached dwelling unit shall comply with the building setback requirements of the zoning district to which they are located.

(2) Decks, patios and terraces located on a lot occupied by a single-family semidetached dwelling or townhouse dwelling may be located along the common lot line, provided that they do not project onto another property and comply with the remaining setback requirements.

(3) Decks, patios and/or terraces located on a lot occupied by a single-family detached dwelling unit or by a single-family semidetached dwelling may be covered, provided that it is in accordance with all building code requirements.

(4) Decks, patios and terraces located on a lot occupied by a townhouse dwelling may only be located in the rear yard and subject to the following provisions:

(a) It shall be extended no more than 12 feet from any rear wall of a townhouse dwelling to which it is accessory. The patio, deck or similar structure may follow the contour of the existing structural wall or window of the townhouse unit.

(b) Unless otherwise designed as a uniform feature within the development, no patio, deck, terrace or similar structure shall be enclosed or under roof.

(c) If a patio, deck or similar structure extends into the side yard setback or rear yard setback otherwise required by this chapter, no other accessory structure shall be located closer to the patio, deck, similar structure or lot line than the permitted setback for an accessory structure.

(d) No patio, deck or similar structure shall extend into the minimum space required between any townhouse building faces otherwise required by this chapter.

(e) A patio, deck or similar structure which meets the requirements of this chapter shall be included in the determination of the impervious surface ratio and the building coverage for the lot. Where designed and planned as a unified development, the cumulative total impervious surface ratio and cumulative total building coverage shall also apply.

(5) Deck, patios and terraces located on a lot occupied by a nonresidential use shall comply with the area, bulk and setback requirements that are specified by the zoning district in which it is located.

E. Garages and carports. All private garages and carports that are designated for a permitted use shall comply with the area, dimensional, lot coverage and height requirements that are specified by the zoning district to which the garage or carport is located. All private garages and carports shall be located, designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions of East Lampeter Township. All commercial garages or public garages shall comply with the provisions specified under § 375-23310 of this chapter.

F. Sheds. All sheds that are designated for a permitted use shall comply with the area, dimensional, lot coverage and height requirements that are specified by the zoning district to which the shed is located. All sheds shall be located, designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions of East Lampeter Township. No building or shed intended to house diesel equipment shall be permitted within the VR, R-2, and R-3 Districts. Any such building or shed intended to house diesel equipment within the R-1 District shall install appropriate screening and noise reducing materials.

G. Swimming pools. Noncommercial swimming pools, which are designed to contain water at a depth of 24 inches or more, that are utilized for the purpose of swimming and bathing shall comply with the following standards and specifications:

(1) Noncommercial swimming pools shall include in-ground swimming pools, aboveground swimming pools, portable swimming pools and/or inflatable swimming pools, which are considered as a residential accessory use that is not open to the public or utilized as a commercial recreation use.

(2) The swimming pool shall be utilized as a residential accessory use which shall only be available to the family of the householder and their private guests and shall follow the setback requirements of an accessory residential structure.

(3) The swimming pool, including the decking, apron, filters, pumps and related equipment shall be located at least 15 feet behind front face of the principal building and shall comply with the minimum accessory structure side and rear yard setback requirements for the zoning district on which the swimming pool is located.

(4) The swimming pools shall be considered as an impervious surface that shall apply towards the lot coverage requirements.

(5) The water from a swimming pool shall not be discharged into a sanitary sewer system or onto any public street or alley. These requirements shall not apply to man-made ponds, lakes, or other impoundments unless the primary purpose for their construction is swimming.

(6) No swimming pool shall be permitted without an operable filtration system that utilizes some antibacterial agent, such as chlorine, bromine or other acceptable method. Fish ponds and landscape ponds are exempt.

(7) Inflatable and/or portable swimming pools over four feet in height shall be subject to the provisions of this chapter.

(8) Any flood lighting or other illumination used in conjunction with the swimming pool shall be shielded and directed away from adjacent property owners.

(9) All swimming pools shall comply with the appropriate provisions for permits, construction, plumbing, sanitation, inspection, operation and maintenance, which are further defined and outlined by Uniform Construction Code, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, or East Lampeter Township.

(10) Commercial swimming pools shall comply with the provisions specified under § 375-23620 of this chapter.

H. Therapeutic spas or hot tubs. Therapeutic spas or hot tubs, which are designed to contain a water depth of 24 inches or more shall comply with the following standards and specifications:

(1) The therapeutic spa or hot tub shall be utilized as a residential accessory use, which shall only be available to the family of the householder and their private guests.

(2) The therapeutic spa or hot tub, including the filters, pumps and other mechanical or structural equipment shall be located at least 15 feet behind front face of the principal building and shall comply with the minimum side and rear yard setback requirements for the zoning district on which the therapeutic spa or hot tube is located.

(3) The therapeutic spa or hot tub shall be considered as an impervious surface that shall apply towards the lot coverage requirements.

(4) Any flood lighting or other illumination used in conjunction with the therapeutic spa or hot tub shall be shielded and directed away from adjacent property owners.

(5) The therapeutic spa or hot tub shall be completely enclosed by a cover in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications of the manufacturer and the codes established by East Lampeter Township.

(6) The therapeutic spa or hot tub shall comply with the requirements for permits, construction, plumbing, sanitation, inspection, operation and maintenance, which are further regulated under the codes adopted by East Lampeter Township.

I. Noncommercial recreation uses. Permanent noncommercial recreation facilities, structures and uses shall comply with the following requirements:

(1) The noncommercial recreational uses shall include tennis courts, hockey rinks, skateboard facilities, basketball courts, and other similar accessory uses, where the cumulative playing surface area exceeds 1,000 square feet.

(2) The use, including all structural facilities ground surfaces and fences, shall comply with the building setback and lot coverage requirements for the zoning district on which the permanent noncommercial recreation use is located.

(3) The maximum height of any required structural fence associated with the noncommercial recreation use shall be six feet. This maximum height may be extended if an open mesh net is utilized and does not exceed a height of 12 feet.

(4) Any exterior lighting facilities for the noncommercial recreation facilities, structures or uses shall comply with the building setback requirements. The maximum height of the lighting facilities shall be 10 feet. All such lighting facilities shall be directed downward to the playing surface area and shielded to prevent light spillage onto adjacent properties.

J. Repair of motor vehicles. The routine maintenance, repair, and servicing of personal motor vehicles, owned or leased by the person performing such services unless performed inside a completely enclosed building, is permitted by an occupant of the residence, but only in compliance with the following:

(1) All such vehicles shall bear current license and registration unless inside a completely enclosed building.

(2) All work shall be performed on the property of the vehicle owner or by a resident of that property working on a vehicle owned by the resident family.

(3) Work on the motor vehicles shall be limited to the following:

(a) Servicing and replacement of spark plugs, batteries, distributors, and distributor parts.

(b) Repair and replacement of tires and wheels, excluding recapping or regrooving.

(c) Replacement of water hoses, fan belts, brake fluids, transmission fluid, oil filters, air filters, oil, grease, light bulbs, fuses, floor mats and carpeting, seat covers, seat belts, windshield wipers, mirrors, and engine coolants.

(d) Repair and replacement of audio, television, video systems, amplifiers, and speakers.

(e) Cleaning and flushing of radiators, but only when flushed into a watertight container and disposed of properly as a hazardous household waste.

(f) Repair and replacement of fuel pump, oil pump, and line repairs.

(g) Minor servicing and adjustment of fuel systems including carburetors and injectors.

(h) Minor motor adjustments not involving the removal of the motor head or crankcase, nor the prolonged revving of the motor.

(i) Minor body repairs, excluding the replacement of body parts, the complete repainting of the body, and the application of undercoating.

(j) Cleaning of all exterior and interior surfaces, including washing, shampooing, vacuuming, rubbing, polishing, waxing, and the application of paint sealants.

(4) All by-products and waste fuels, lubricants, chemicals, and other products shall be disposed of properly.

(5) No vehicle shall be stored in a jacked-up position or on blocks for more than 72 continuous hours unless inside a completely enclosed building.

K. Miscellaneous landscape features:

(1) No trellis, pergola, swing set, paved area or other miscellaneous features, excluding fences and driveways shall be allowed within two feet of the property line.

(2) Gazebos and pavilions shall comply with the building setback and lot coverage requirements for the zoning district on which the gazebo is located.

(3) Fences, walls and hedges shall comply with the provisions specified by § 375-22070 (fences, walls and hedges) of this chapter.

L. Domestic animal shelters. Domestic animal shelters or housing units may be permitted, provided that the structure is located at least 15 feet behind the front facade of the residential dwelling and 10 feet from the side or rear property line. Additional provisions are further specified under § 375-22040 of this chapter.

M. Noncommercial greenhouses. The following provisions shall apply to noncommercial greenhouses that exceed 80 square feet in size:

(1) Noncommercial greenhouses located on a lot occupied by a residential use shall comply with the building setback requirements of the zoning district to which the noncommercial greenhouse is located.

(2) All noncommercial greenhouses shall not exceed 500 square feet per acre of land and shall not exceed 6,000 cumulative square feet in total gross covered floor area occupied by all of the noncommercial green houses located on the property. Regulations regarding hoop houses for agricultural uses shall follow Pennsylvania State Act 15 of 2018.[1]

[1] Editor's Note: See 32 P.S. § 680.1 et seq.

(3) Commercial greenhouses, as defined by this chapter, shall comply with the provisions specified under § 375-23330 (greenhouse as a commercial use) of this chapter.

N. Agricultural activities as an accessory use. Residential uses containing accessory agricultural activities or uses with less than 10 acres located within the AG, R-1, R-2, R-3, MU, BH, VG, VC and VR Zoning District shall comply with the following provisions:

(1) No farm animals of any kind shall be permitted on a residential lot containing less than 5,000 square feet of lot area.

(2) For residential lots containing 5,000 square feet and less than 20,000 square feet of lot area, the following provisions shall apply:

(a) Fowl or poultry, including chickens, ducks, pheasants and quail may be permitted, provided that the total number does not exceed five animals.

(b) All other farm animals including roosters shall not be permitted.

(c) The fowl or poultry shall be contained in an aviary within the rear yard of the lot and shall be located a minimum of 10 feet from the property line.

(3) For residential lots containing 20,000 square feet and less than one acre of lot area, the following provisions shall apply:

(a) Fowl or poultry including chickens, ducks, pheasants and quail may be permitted, provided that the total number does not exceed 10 animals.

(b) All other farm animals, including roosters shall not be permitted.

(c) The fowl or poultry shall be contained in an aviary within the rear yard of the lot and shall be located a minimum of 10 feet from the property line.

(4) For residential lots within a Residential Zoning District containing one acre or greater, the following provisions shall apply:

(a) Farm animals may be permitted, provided that the maximum animal weight shall not exceed one pound of farm animal per 50 square feet of land area.

(b) Roosters shall not be permitted.

(c) All farm animals shall be securely contained within an aviary or fenced within the rear yard of the lot and shall be located a minimum of 10 feet from the property line.

(5) All permitted agricultural accessory activities and uses shall be securely contained or fenced.

(6) Agricultural activities as an accessory use shall be for the use and/or consumption of the resident on which the agricultural accessory use is located.

(7) Agricultural activities as an accessory use shall not be permitted as part of a multifamily use.

(8) Horses utilized for transportation purposes shall be subject to the provisions contained under § 375-23380 of this chapter.

O. Alternative energy facilities. Alternative energy facilities as a permitted accessory use or principal use shall comply with the provisions specified under § 375-23050 of this chapter.

P. Satellite communications facilities. Satellite communication facilities for transmitting or receiving signals as a permitted use shall comply with the provisions specified under § 375-23730 of this chapter.

Q. Nonresidential accessory uses, buildings and structures. Unless otherwise specified by this chapter, all permitted nonresidential accessory uses, buildings and structures shall comply with the area, bulk, setback and height requirements specified by the zoning district to which the nonresidential use, building or structure is located.

§ 375-22040 Animals and pets.

A. No person shall keep a wild or exotic animal.

B. No person shall sell, offer for sale or adoption, exchange or transfer, with or without charge, any wild or exotic animal.

C. Domestic animal shelters or housing units may be permitted, provided that the structure is located at least 15 feet behind the front facade of the residential dwelling and 10 feet from the side or rear property line.

§ 375-22050 Clear-sight triangles and visibility at street intersections.

A. All driveways and access lanes shall be located, designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions established by East Lampeter Township and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

B. Clear-sight triangle shall be provided and maintained at all street intersections and for street and driveway intersections. The following provisions shall apply:

(1) Street intersections. Where a stop condition does not exist, the triangle shall be established by measuring 100 feet from the point of intersection of the center line of the street. Within the clear-sight triangle, no buildings, structures, embankments and/or vegetative plantings shall be permitted above a height of three and below a height of 10 feet, as measured from the ground elevation, which has the potential to obstruct sight distance and visibility at the street intersection.

(2) Driveway intersections. Where a stop condition does not exist, the triangle shall be established by measuring 50 feet from the point of intersection of the center line of the street. Within the clear-sight triangle, no buildings, structures, embankments and/or vegetative plantings shall be permitted above a height of three and below a height of 10 feet, as measured from the ground elevation, which has the potential to obstruct sight distance and visibility at the street intersection.

C. Street signs, traffic lights, traffic control signs, utility poles and/or mail boxes may be erected within a street clear-sight triangle where a stop or controlled condition does not exist, provided that it has been approved or permitted by the agency with jurisdiction.

D. Unless otherwise permitted by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation or East Lampeter Township, no fence, wall, hedge and/or landscaping feature shall be erected or planted within or encroaching upon the street right-of-way.

E. All proposed streets, driveways and access drives shall be located, designed and constructed as to provide optimum sight distance and visibility at the intersection with the existing or proposed street.

§ 375-22060 (Reserved)

§ 375-22070 Fences, walls and hedges.

Fences, walls and/or hedges may be permitted within and along the periphery of any required yard, provided:

A. Unless otherwise permitted by East Lampeter Township, no fence, wall and/or hedge shall be erected or planted within or encroaching upon the street right-of-way, floodway, pedestrian pathway, utility easement, stormwater management facility and/or drainage easement.

B. No fence, wall and/or hedge shall be erected in any manner that obstructs a clear line of sight or vision from a driveway or street intersection. Visibility along the street shall not be reduced to a level less than the visibility prior to the installation of the fence, wall or hedge.

C. Fences and walls are permitted within a required yard area, provided that the fence or wall is located, constructed and maintained in accordance with the requirements specified by this chapter.

D. Fences and walls located within the front yard shall not exceed a height of three feet. Where necessary, a retaining wall may be erected within the front yard, provided that it does not exceed six feet in height.

E. Unless otherwise permitted by this chapter, fences and walls located within the side yard or rear yard of a permitted use within the AG, R-1, R-2, R-3, C-1, MU, BH, VG, VC and VR Zoning Districts shall not exceed six feet in height.

F. A retaining wall may be erected within the side or rear yard, provided that it does not exceed four feet in height. Where necessary, a taller retaining wall may be permitted, provided that such retaining wall has been designed by a professional engineer licensed within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and that adequate safeguards and maintenance provisions have been established.

G. All permitted fences and walls shall be constructed out of durable building materials and shall be installed and erected in accordance with the specifications of the manufacturer.

H. Agricultural livestock fencing may be placed within the front yard setback, 10 feet from the right-of-way, at a height no greater than four feet when not in conflict with a clear-sight triangle or stop condition. This type of fencing shall be limited to the AG Zoning District and to farms of 10 acres or more within other zoning districts or on properties where a horse is utilized for transportation.

§ 375-22080 (Reserved)

§ 375-22090 Garage sales.

A. Within any zoning district, the landowner or occupant of a residential lot may conduct up to two garage sales per calendar year subject to the following standards:

(1) No garage/yard sale shall be conducted for a period longer than three consecutive days. The total of such sales may not exceed six cumulative days per calendar year.

(2) Garage sales may offer personal possessions for sale. No importing of materials or stocking of inventory shall be permitted.

(3) All proposed signs shall be considered temporary use and shall comply with the provisions specified under § 375-22230 of this chapter.

(4) In no case shall any aspect of the garage/yard sale be conducted in the street right-of-way.

B. Garage sales exceeding the provisions or parameters of § 375-22090A of this chapter shall be considered a commercial business, which shall require authorization in accordance with this chapter.

§ 375-22100 Height limit exceptions.

A. The height regulations specified within each zoning district shall not apply to the following structures or projections, provided that such structures or projections are setback a horizontal distance at least equal to their height from all property lines.

(1) Water towers, antennas, utility poles, smokestacks, chimneys, flagpoles, and similar structures.

(2) Roof-top structures for the housing of elevators, stairways, water storage tanks, ventilating fans, and other mechanical appurtenances.

(3) Parapet walls or cornices used for ornamental purposes if not in excess of five feet above the roof line.

B. In no case shall any freestanding or roof-top structure above the maximum permitted height be used for the purpose of providing additional floor space for residential, institutional, commercial, or industrial purposes.

C. Provisions relating to the Airport Overlay District are contained under § 375-21030 of this chapter. In no event shall any structure exceed 85 feet in height above natural average grade without the Zoning Hearing Board granting a special exception, subject to the following criteria.

(1) Certification by a Commonwealth registered surveyor that the height of the proposed structure does not extend above the height ceiling depicted on the "Airport Hazard Area for Lancaster Airport Map".

(2) The applicant shall furnish a letter from the Lancaster Airport Authority indicating that the proposed use has been reviewed and would not violate the permitted height restrictions listed in the Federal Aviation Regulations No. 77, as amended.

(3) Certification by a Commonwealth registered surveyor that the proposed use does not extend above the height ceiling depicted on the "Height Limitation and Zoning District Map," prepared by Robert Kimball and Associates, for the Smoketown Airport. The same surveyor shall certify that the proposed use would not violate the height restrictions listed in the Federal Aviation Regulations No. 77, as amended.

§ 375-22110 Licenses, permits and certifications.

A. Any lawful use, occupation, event and/or activity that require a license or permit from a local, state or federal agency with jurisdiction shall be issued and submitted to East Lampeter Township prior to the approval of any pending application that requires approval by East Lampeter Township.

B. Any lawful use or occupation that requires the landowner, practitioner, employee, volunteer and/or occupant to be certified or licensed as a professional to perform activities or functions shall submit such certification or licenses to East Lampeter Township prior to the approval of any pending application that requires approval by East Lampeter Township.

C. All general service, building, construction, maintenance and repair activities shall comply with the provisions by East Lampeter and the Uniform Construction Code.

§ 375-22120 (Reserved)

§ 375-22130 Lot size and lot width reductions.

A. Unless otherwise specified by this chapter, the net lot area for all proposed lots shall be no smaller than the minimum lot size for the zoning district in which the lot is located.

B. No lot, even though it may consist of one or more adjacent lots of record, shall be reduced in area so that yards, lot area per dwelling unit, lot width, or other requirements of this chapter are not maintained. This shall not apply when a portion of a lot is acquired for a public utility or municipal use.

C. Lot width reductions or "flag lots," as defined under § 375-2020 of this chapter, shall be permitted within the AG, R-1, R-2, R-3, MU, BH, VG, VC and VR Zoning Districts. The following provisions shall apply to flag lots:

(1) Prior to a formal submission of a subdivision plan containing a flag lot, the applicant is encouraged to submit an informal plan for review and consideration by East Lampeter Township. In all cases, the applicant must demonstrate that the following site conditions exist:

(a) A flag lot design shall only be permitted if East Lampeter Township determines that the design is in the best interest of the community considering health, safety and/or general welfare issues.

(b) The tract of land cannot be properly subdivided due to the presence of certain physical or environmental development constraints that are associated with the site.

(c) The configuration of the proposed lot(s) will not limit the potential for development on adjacent tracts of land in the future.

(d) Single-family detached dwellings are the only type of uses that can be permitted on a flag lot.

(2) As part of the informal review, East Lampeter Township shall determine if the flag lot design is acceptable and provide directions for the submission of a formal plan for further review and consideration.

(3) Where the use of the flag lot design has been approved by East Lampeter Township, the subdivision shall be designed in accordance with the following requirements:

(a) The pole or stem of the flag lot shall be owned fee simple and extended from an existing public road to the interior front lot line.

(b) The width of the pole or stem shall be a minimum of 20 feet. The required width shall increased by 10 feet for each additional residential lot that the pole or stem serves, which may result as follows: thirty-foot width for three flag lots; forty-foot width for four flag lots; and fifty-foot width for a maximum of five flag lots. Additional width may also be required in order to overcome problems associated with slope, drainage and/or sedimentation.

(c) The maximum length of the pole or stem shall be as follows:

[1] The maximum length of the pole or stem shall be 300 feet for a permitted flag lot within the AG and R-1 Zoning Districts.

[2] The maximum length of the pole or stem shall be 200 feet for a permitted flag lot within the R-2, R-3, MU, VG, VC and VR Zoning Districts.

[3] The length of the pole or stem shall be measured from the public street right-of-way to the interior front lot line.

(d) The net lot area for each flag lot shall meet or exceed the minimum lot area for a single-family dwelling for the zoning district on which the flag lot is located. The area of the pole or stem shall not be included as part of the net lot area for the flag lot.

(e) The building setback line for the flag lot shall meet the minimum required setback dimensions for the zoning district in which the flag lot is located. The setback lines shall be measured from the edge of the pole or stem of the lot. The front yard depth or setback shall be measured from the pole or stem (extended through the lot) and from the rear property line. All other setback requirements shall comply with the rear yard setback provisions.

(f) The maximum building coverage requirement and the maximum impervious surface ratio requirement shall be calculated utilizing the base lot area requirement for a standard lot within the zoning district in which the flag lot is located.

(g) The driveway serving flag lot shall be designed and constructed to consider: emergency management response capabilities; stormwater management facilities; utilities; and topographic and hydrological conditions.

(4) If the tract of land contains any residue or undeveloped land area, the applicant shall submit an informal plan depicting how the remaining area will be developed or perpetually as open space.

(5) Unless the site conditions change as a result of improved roads and/or the re-establishment of lot frontages, flag lots may not be further subdivided or developed for any other purpose.

§ 375-22140 (Reserved)

§ 375-22150 Off-street loading.

A. Application. Off-street loading shall be located, designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. These facilities shall be provided whenever the use of the property or building has changed that either requires off-street loading facilities or additional off-street loading spaces to accommodate the change in use.

B. Location. Off-street loading spaces shall be provided on the same lot as the use that it serves.

C. Design standards. The following general design standards shall apply to off-street loading facilities:

(1) Site conflicts. Off-street loading spaces shall be design so that there will be no internal site conflicts with other designated accessory or subordinate uses on the site.

(2) Space sizes. Off-street loading spaces shall have a rectangular shape that complies with following dimensional requirements:

(a) Off-street loading spaces with a length of 60 feet, width of 12 feet, and clearance height of 15 feet for the following uses: amusement parks; concentrated animal feeding operation; concentrated animal operation; convention center; heavy-equipment sales, service and repair facilities; home improvement and building supply stores; manufacturing uses; motor freight terminal; processing and packaging of agricultural products; self-storage facilities; shopping centers; transportation depot; warehouse, wholesale and distribution centers.

(b) Off-street loading spaces with a length of 30 feet, width of 12 feet, and clearance height of 15 feet shall be required for all other nonresidential uses, provided the landowner or applicant can demonstrate that the use will not require larger trucks to access the site for loading and unloading activities.

(c) If required by East Lampeter Township, off-street loading space(s) with a length of 30 feet, width of 12 feet, and clearance height of 15 feet shall be required for a regional impact development containing residential uses.

(d) The dimensional requirements specified for the required off-street lading spaces shall not include areas designated as access drives, entrances, and exits. Spaces that are designed on an angle shall require additional length and width to achieve the rectangular shape.

(3) Composition. All driveways, access lanes and loading space areas shall be paved with an all-weather surface that shall be subject to the approval of East Lampeter Township. Unless otherwise specified by this chapter, the all-weather surface composition shall not apply to a permitted agricultural use on a farm containing more than 10 acres.

(4) Signs. All traffic control signs within the off-street loading area shall be located in accordance with the provisions specified by East Lampeter Township and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

(5) Additional criteria. In addition to the design standards that are specified under § 375-22150 of this chapter, the driveway, access lane and loading space shall comply with the pertinent design requirements that are specified under § 375-22050 and § 375-22160 of this chapter.

D. Landscape screen.

(1) Where a property line is adjacent to the AG, R-1, R-2, R-3 and VR Zoning Districts, the landscaping screen shall comply with the following provisions:

(a) The width of the landscaped screen shall be equal to the width of the required side yard for that zoning district or 15 feet whichever is the greater distance; and,

(b) The width of the landscaped screen along a rear lot line shall be equal to the width of the required rear yard of that district, or 15 feet whichever is the greater distance.

(c) The use of existing healthy mature trees (12 inches or more in caliber) is encouraged and may be utilized as part of the required landscaping screen.

(2) The landscape screening requirements and buffer yard shall be comprised of trees, shrubs and other plantings that will establish a complete visual barrier within two years of the initial planting.

(3) The design of the landscaping screen shall be subject to the approval of East Lampeter Township.

E. Required off-street loading spaces. The total number of off-street loading spaces shall be determined by the requirements specified on Table 375-22150.1 of this chapter.[1]

[1] Editor's Note: See Table 375-22150.1 located at the end of this section.

F. Reductions and modifications. The number of required off-street loading spaces shall conform to the provisions contained within the matrix chart specified under § 375-22150E of this chapter. East Lampeter Township may consider a reduction or modification to these requirements under the following conditions:

(1) The required loading spaces may be reduced or eliminated if the applicant or developer can provide documentation that the use will not require any truck deliveries at the site. This reduction or elimination shall only apply to the loading space requirements designated with footnote (1) on the matrix chart.[2]

[2] Editor's Note: See Table 375-22150.1 located at the end of this section.

(2) The required loading spaces may be reduced depending upon the specific needs and intensity of the use. As part of this reduction, the applicant shall provide documentation concerning the number of anticipated truck deliveries to the site. East Lampeter Township shall consult with its Engineer and Zoning Officer to determine the required number of loading spaces. This reduction shall only apply to the loading space requirements designated with footnote (2) on the matrix chart.

(3) Where the off-street loading requirements contained under § 375-22150E of this chapter does not specify a loading space requirement for a use, East Lampeter Township shall consult with its Engineer and Zoning Officer to determine the required number of loading spaces. This modification shall only apply to the loading space requirements designated with footnote (3) on the matrix chart.

G. Fractions. Where the computations for off-street loading spaces results in a fractional number greater than 1/4 or 0.25, the fractional number shall be rounded up to the next whole number. The Zoning Officer shall determine or verify the number of off-street loading and parking spaces that are required for a specific use.

H. Continuation. All designated off-street loading spaces shall be continued and maintained so long as the use in which the spaces were originally designed for are still in operation or existence. Unless otherwise approved by East Lampeter Township, the designated off-street loading spaces shall not be reduced in size or modified in any manner.

I. Plan requirements. A land development plan or site shall be required for all proposed site improvements involving a proposed off-street loading area. The plan should demonstrate compliance with this chapter as well as Chapter 368, Subdivision and Land Development.

J. Prohibited uses. Any non-permitted uses and activities that compromise the requirements of Sections 22150 and 22160 of this chapter shall be prohibited.

Table 375-22150.1: Categorical Off-Street Loading Space Requirements
Land Use Category	Gross Floor Area or Units	Required Spaces
Commercial office uses, including: financial institution; office buildings	Less than 25,000 square feet(1)	1
	25,000 to 50,000 square feet(2)	2
	Over 50,000 square feet(2)	3
Commercial retail uses, including: convenience store; grocery store; home improvement store; retail sales, professional service establishment, and other similar commercial retail uses	Less than 25,000 square feet(1)	1
	25,000 to 50,000 square feet(2)	2
	50,000 to 100,000 square feet(2)	3
	Over 100,000 square feet(2)	4
Shopping center	Less than 75,000 square feet(3)	1 to 3 (1 space per 25,000 square feet)
	75,000 and 150,000 square feet(3)	4 to 6 (1 space per 25,000 square feet)
	Over 150,000 square feet(3)	7 (1 space per 50,000 square feet
Specialty retail uses, including: adult uses; medical, dental, vision care and health clinic; funeral home; restaurants;	Less than 25,000 square feet(1)	1
	25,000 to 50,000 square feet(2)	2
	Over 50,000 square feet(2)	3
Regional uses and facilities including: airports and heliports; amusement parks; convention center; hotels and motels; hospitals and medical centers	Less than 50,000 square feet(1)	1
	50,000 to 100,000 square feet(2)	2
	Over 100,000 square feet(2)	3
Institutional uses, including: places of worship; schools; residential facility for care of the aged or infirm	Less than 50,000 square feet(1)	1
	50,000 to 100,000 square feet(2)	2
	Over 100,000 square feet(2)	3
General industrial uses, including: manufacturing; motor freight terminal; transportation depot; warehousing and distribution; wholesaling and distribution	Less than 25,000 square feet(1)	1
	25,000 to 50,000 square feet(2)	2
	50,000 to 100,000 square feet(2)	3
	Over 100,000 square feet(2)	4
Specialty industrial uses, including: heavy equipment sales, service and repair; laboratory; mass transit depot; processing and packaging of animal products; repair facility; recycling center; self-storage facility	Less than 25,000 square feet(1)	1
	25,000 to 50,000 square feet(2)	2
	50,000 to 100,000 square feet(2)	3
	Over 100,000 square feet(2)	4

NOTES:
1.	Denotes that the off-street loading requirement may be reduced or eliminated if the applicant or developer provides documentation to East Lampeter Township that the use will not need or utilize the off-street loading space. Refer to § 375-22150F(1) of this chapter for additional details.
2.	Denotes that the off-street loading requirement may be reduced or increased by East Lampeter Township depending upon the needs and intensity of the use. Refer to § 375-22150F(2) of this chapter for additional details.
3.	Denotes that the total number of off-street loading requirement shall be determined by East Lampeter Township.
4.	Uses not specified in this matrix chart should refer to § 375-22150F(3) of this chapter.

§ 375-22160 Off-street parking.

[Amended 8-18-2025 by Ord. No. 382]

A. Application. Off-street parking facilities shall be located, designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. These facilities shall be provided whenever the following actions occur:

(1) A new building has been constructed or a new use has been established in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.

(2) The use of the building or property has changed that requires additional off-street parking spaces to accommodate the change in use.

(3) An existing building or use has been altered or expanded such that more off-street parking spaces are required to accommodate the alteration altered or expansion.

(4) An off-street parking facility shall include the driveways, access drives, access isles and parking spaces.

B. Location. The following provisions shall apply to the location of off-street parking facilities:

(1) Off-street parking spaces for residential uses shall be located on the same lot as the use served.

(2) Unless otherwise permitted by East Lampeter Township, off-street parking spaces for nonresidential uses shall be located on the same lot as the use being served.

(3) All parking facilities shall be arranged and marked to provide safe and orderly movement without disrupting traffic or moving other vehicles. The design of parking areas for all uses shall be such to prevent the back up of vehicles on a public street and that no portion of any parked vehicle extends over any property line.

C. General design standards. The following general design standards shall apply to off-street parking facilities:

(1) Accessibility. All off-street parking spaces shall have access to a street by means of a driveway or access lane that complies with the provisions of this chapter.

(2) Space sizes. All proposed off-street parking spaces shall comply with the following criteria:

(a) Within an off-street parking lot, each parking space for motor vehicles (except those spaces dedicated for use by handicapped persons) shall have a minimum area of 162 square feet with a minimum width of nine feet and a minimum length of 18 feet. Angled spaces will need to be longer in order to achieve the rectangular shape with the minimum dimensions.

(b) The maximum size of a parking space shall be no larger than 180 square feet.

(c) Where parallel parking is permitted, the parking spaces shall be delineated by painted lines and shall have a minimum width of eight feet as measured from the curb or cartway edge and a minimum length of 23 feet as measured along the curb or cartway edge.

(3) Grade. The off-street parking areas shall be properly graded to provide convenient vehicular access and proper drainage and shall be maintained in usable condition. The minimum grade of areas used for parking shall be at least 1% and the maximum grade shall not exceed 5%.

(4) Composition. All driveways, access lanes and parking space areas shall be paved with an all-weather surface that shall be subject to the approval of East Lampeter Township. Unless otherwise specified by this chapter, the all-weather surface composition shall not apply to a permitted agricultural use on a farm containing more than 10 acres.

(5) Markings. All parking facilities shall be adequately marked and maintained for the purpose of defining parking spaces and interior drives.

(6) Signs. All traffic control signs within the off-street parking area shall be located, designed and installed in as per the provisions specified by East Lampeter Township and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

D. Landscape screen.

(1) Parking areas for nonresidential uses, which are designed to contain more than five vehicles shall be screened from adjacent land areas within the AG, R-1, R-2, R-3 and VR Zoning Districts. The screening shall be comprised of a fence, wall and/or landscaping materials of at least four feet in height and five feet in width, which shall be designed to obstruct headlight glare of the parked cars.

(2) Off-street parking areas shall be suitably landscaped in order to enhance or buffer the surrounding area. Raised concrete or curbed planter islands shall be placed at each end of a row of parking spaces, which begins or terminates at an internal circulation drive, and within each row of parking spaces. The raised planter islands shall be placed so that there are not more than 15 off-street parking spaces in a continuous row without an intervening landscaped planter island. The raised continuous concrete curbing shall be required around each planting island. Each such island shall be at least 162 square feet in size and planted with landscaping materials.

(3) The design of the landscaping strip shall be subject to the approval of East Lampeter Township.

E. Required off-street parking spaces. The number of off-street parking spaces to be provided for each use shall be sufficient to accommodate all occupants, employees, visitors and customer parking. The required number of spaces specified by Table 375-22160.1 of this chapter shall be located exclusive of any street right-of-way or other use.[1]

[1] Editor's Note: See Table 375-22160.1 located at the end of this section.

F. Reductions and modifications. The following provisions shall apply to the reductions and modifications that may be applied to the number of off-street parking requirements:

(1) Joint parking facilities for two or more uses may be established, provided that the number of spaces provided is not less than the sum total of the spaces required for each individual use.

(2) A reduction of the total number of required off-street parking spaces that are specified under § 375-22160E of this chapter may be permitted, subject to the following criteria:

(a) The total number of off-street parking spaces may be reduced by 20% if the landowner or applicant provides documentation from a published transportation manual to support that the use does not warrant the total number of spaces required.

(b) The total number of off-street parking spaces may be reduced by 20% if the landowner or applicant can demonstrates that common or shared off-street parking spaces shall be capable of accommodating the peak demands for employees and patrons.

(c) The total number of off-street parking spaces may be reduced by 10% if the landowner or applicant can demonstrates that the employees and/or patrons will utilize public transportation services or other modes of transportation, which are not related to the use of automobiles.

(d) The maximum permitted reduction of off-street parking spaces shall not exceed 50% of the required total number of spaces specified under § 375-22160E of this chapter.

(e) The landowner or applicant shall provide documentation to support that the use can function with the reduced off-street parking spaces.

(3) Off-premises parking spaces at other locations within 1,000 feet of the principal use may be permitted in order to satisfy the requirements for off-street parking spaces, provided that the landowner or applicant secures an agreement with the owner of the property, which will accommodate the additional demands for off-street parking. All off-premises parking areas shall consider safety, accessibility and convenience for the pedestrians traveling between the points of destination within East Lampeter Township.

(4) For all nonresidential uses, the off-street parking space requirements of a principal use shall not exceed more than 125% of the minimum requirements specified under§ 375-2216.E of this chapter. Any increase over the maximum total number of permitted off-street parking spaces shall be reviewed and considered by the Board of Supervisors.

Table 375-22160.1: Categorical Off-Street Parking Requirements
Use	Land Use Category	Off-Street Parking Requirement
Agricultural Uses
	Concentrated animal feeding operation or concentrated animal operation	1 parking space per employee on the 2 largest successive shifts combined
	Farm-support use	1 parking space per employee, plus 2 parking space for customers or visitors
	Greenhouse and nursery	1 parking space per 400 square feet of gross floor area for retail sales, plus 1 space per employee
	Kennel	1 parking space per 10 animals kept or housed, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Roadside stand	1 parking space per 50 square feet of display area
	Other agricultural uses
Commercial Uses
	Adult use	1 parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Airport or heliport	1 parking space per 5 airplanes or helicopter maintained on site, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Automobile repair, sales and service	1 parking space per 500 square feet of retail space, plus 1 parking space per maintained vehicle, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Car wash	1 parking space per employee, 1 space per vacuum space, and 1 space per 500 square feet of retail area
	Cemetery	1 parking space per employee, plus a common parking area to accommodate guests and visitors
	Convenience store	1 parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking pace per employee
	Convention center	1 parking space per 2 seats, which may be available on chairs, seats, pews, benches or bleachers
	Day-care facility as a commercial use	1 parking space per 6 occupants, plus 4 stacking spaces for loading/unloading, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Dry cleaner	1 parking space per 400 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Farmers market	1 parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Financial institutions	1 parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Funeral home	1 parking space per 100 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Grocery store	1 parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Home improvement center and building supply store	1 parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Hotel or motel	1 parking space per rental unit, plus 1 parking space per employee on the maximum shift plus accessory uses
	Integrated business campus	1 parking space per 400 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee on the largest shift
	Laboratory	1 parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area plus 1 parking space per employee on the maximum shift
	Laundromat	1 parking space per 2 washers, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Medical, dental, vision care and counseling clinic	4 parking spaces per room, area or table designated for treatment, examination, observation, diagnostic testing, evaluation and/or consultation services
	Multiple commercial support operations	Parking requirements shall be determined by the proposed uses that are part of the multiple commercial support operations
	Off-track betting facility or gaming facility	1 parking space per 50 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee on the largest shift
	Office	1 parking space per 1,000 square feet of gross floor area
	Personal service facility	1 parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee on the largest shift
	Principal uses permitted in combination	Parking requirements shall be determined by the principal uses that are permitted in combination
	Restaurant	1 parking space per 4 seats, plus 1 parking space per 100 square feet of common waiting area, bar service area or social area, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Retail bakery or confectioner	1 parking space per 300 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 space per employee
	Retail sales	1 parking space per 250 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 space per employee
	Shopping centers	3.5 parking spaces per 1,000 square feet of gross floor area
	Theater	1 parking space per 3 seats, which may be available on chairs, seats, pews, benches or bleachers
	Veterinary office	2 parking spaces per practitioner engaged with the principal services, plus 1 space per employee
	Other commercial uses
Industrial Uses
	Heavy equipment, sales, service and repair facility	1 parking space per 2 employees on the largest shift
	Manufacturing, use	1 parking space per 2 employees on the largest shift
	Mass transit depot	1 parking space per 2 employees on the largest shift
	Motor freight terminal	1 parking space per 2 employees on the largest shift
	Repair facility as an accessory use for products produced on-site	Parking requirements shall be determined by the principal use, plus 1 space for each repair vehicle stored on site
	Self-storage facilities	1 parking space per employee, plus 1 parking space per 10,000 square feet of gross floor area
	Transportation depot	1 parking space per 2 employees on the largest shift
	Warehouse and distribution center	1 parking space per 2 employees on the largest shift
	Wholesale and distribution facility	1 parking space per 2 employees on the largest shift
	Other industrial uses
Institutional and other nonresidential uses
	Emergency service facility	1 parking space per 4 emergency service personnel, plus parking spaces for accessory social clubs or facilities
	Hospital or medical center	1 visiting parking space per 1.5 accommodations (beds), plus 1 space for each employee on the largest shift
	Library and museum	1 parking space per 400 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Nursing home, personal care facility or convalescent home	1 parking space per 5 beds, plus 1 space per employee and visiting medical staff on the largest shift
	Municipal use
	Orphanage	1 parking space per 10 beds, plus 1 parking space per employee and visiting medical staff on the largest shift
	Places of worship	1 parking space per 3 seats, which may be available on chairs, seats, pews, benches or bleachers
	Public utility building and/or structure	1 parking space per employees on the 2 largest shifts
	Residential care facility	1 parking space per 4 beds, plus 1 space per employee and visiting medical staff on the largest shift; refer to § 375-23670
	School: auditorium, gymnasium, social hall, and other place for public assembly	1 parking space per 3 seats, which may be available on chairs, seats, pews, benches or bleachers
	School: nursery school through the 9th grade	1 parking space per 10 students, plus 1 space per employee plus auditorium, gymnasium, social hall or assembly requirements
	School: 10th through 12th grade; vocational; or higher learning facility	1 parking space per 4 students, plus 1 space per employee, plus auditorium, gymnasium, social hall or assembly requirements
	Social club or fraternal lodge	1 parking space per 150 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 space per employee
	State or county highway maintenance facility	1 parking space per employee on the 2 largest shifts combined, plus 1 space for each vehicle stored on site
	United States Post Office	1 parking space per employee (total)
	Other institutional uses
Recreational Uses
	Amusement park	1 parking space per 4 patrons (peak season) plus 1 bus space per 40 patrons (peak season), plus 1 parking space per employee
	Bowling alley	4 parking spaces per lane, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Campgrounds	1 parking spaces per campsite, plus 1 parking space per employee
	Golf course	4 parking spaces per tee, plus 1 parking space per employee, plus parking spaces for accessory uses
	Recreation use, amusement arcade	1 parking space per 50 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee on the largest shift
	Recreation use, commercial	1 parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area, plus 1 parking space per employee on the largest shift
	Recreation use, municipal
	Recreation use, private or restricted	1 parking space per 4 persons of total membership capacity plus 1 space per employee
	Other recreational use
Residential Uses
	Apartment as an accessory use to a permitted nonresidential use	1 parking space for the apartment unit, plus the parking and loading spaces required for the permitted nonresidential use
	Apartment as an accessory use to a permitted single-family dwelling	1 parking space for the apartment unit, plus 2 parking spaces for the permitted single-family dwelling
	Bed-and-breakfast est.; boarding house; or tourist home	2 spaces for the principal residential use, plus 1 parking space per rental unit
	Community center located within a residential development	1 parking space per 400 square feet, plus 1 parking space per employee
	ECHO housing as an accessory use	1 parking space for the ECHO unit
	Home occupation	1 parking space per employee
	Manufactured home park	1.5 parking spaces per residential unit, plus 1 space per employee, plus 1 parking space per 40 residential units for visitor parking
	Multifamily dwelling units	1.5 parking spaces per residential unit, plus 1 space per employee, plus 1 parking space per 40 residential units for visitor parking
	Optional density incentive development	2 parking spaces per residential unit, plus required parking spaces for other uses; refer to § 375-23550 of this chapter
	Residential retirement community	1.5 parking spaces per residential unit plus 1 parking space per 40 residential units for visitor parking; refer to Section 23670
	Single-family detached units	2 parking spaces per residential unit
	Single-family attached dwelling as a second dwelling	2 parking spaces for the principal residential use, plus 2 parking spaces for the attached dwelling
	Single-family semidetached units	2 parking spaces per residential unit
	Townhouses	1.5 parking spaces per residential unit
	Other residential uses

G. Handicapped space requirements. All required handicapped parking spaces shall located, designed and constructed in order to comply with the provisions specified by the American Disabilities Act, the Uniform Construction Code, and all other pertinent codes and standards adopted by East Lampeter Township.

H. Access drives and fire lanes:

(1) The width of aisles within the off-street parking facilities shall comply with the following minimum requirements:

(a) Where the angles of the parking spaces are at 90° angles, the width of the aisle shall be 24 feet in width and may accommodate two-way travel.

(b) Where the angles of the parking spaces are at 60° angles, the width of the aisle shall be 18 feet in width and shall be restricted to one way travel.

(c) Where the angles of the parking spaces are at 45° angles, the width of the aisle shall be 12 feet in width and shall be restricted to one-way travel.

(d) Unless otherwise permitted by East Lampeter Township, the parking spaces shall not be designed with angles of less than 45°.

(e) The driveways, access drives and fire lanes shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions that are further specified by East Lampeter Township and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The driveway, access lanes and/or fire lanes shall not be not be considered an off-street parking space and/or utilized to comply with the off-street parking space requirements of this chapter.

(f) The curb radius within the off-street parking facilities shall be a minimum of five feet.

(g) All dead-end parking lots shall be designed to provide sufficient back-up area for all end spaces.

(h) Where drive-through service lanes are permitted, the following provisions shall apply:

[1] The limits of the service lanes, including any designated area for stacking or queuing shall be located along the side or rear of the principal building.

[2] The service lane(s) shall be designed with adequate storage capacity.

[3] The drive-through service lanes shall not be considered an off-street parking space and/or utilized to comply with the off-street parking space requirements of this chapter.

(2) Driveways and interior access lanes shall be designed so as to prevent traffic congestion at points of ingress and egress. All designated areas for parking and loading of trucks and/or other commercial vehicles shall be arranged so they may be utilized without interfering with the interior traffic circulation and parking facilities.

(3) All means of ingress and/or egress shall be located and designed to accommodate traffic in a safe and efficient manner. The landowner or developer shall be responsible for the purchase and installation of any traffic control devices and the construction of additional acceleration and/or deceleration lanes as may be required by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation or East Lampeter Township.

(4) Unless otherwise specified by East Lampeter Township, all driveways, access lanes, loading areas and parking areas shall be located, designed and constructed with an all-weather surface that shall be subject to the review and approval of East Lampeter Township.

I. Horse and buggy standards. Horse and buggy parking facilities for nonresidential uses and when deemed necessary by the Zoning Officer at places of public assembly shall be provided in accordance with the following regulations:

(1) The parking spaces for a horse and buggy shall have a minimum area of 162 square feet, which shall have a minimum width of nine feet and a minimum length of 18 feet. The minimum lot area shall be 162 square feet and the maximum lot area shall not exceed 180 square feet.

(2) A minimum of two off-street parking spaces shall be designated as horse and buggy spaces for all nonresidential uses containing more than 5,000 square feet of gross floor area.

(3) No tie-up space or covered shelter or shed shall be located within 50 feet of any dwelling or within 30 feet of any street right-of-way.

(4) Each horse and buggy parking area shall be equipped with a device to which the horse can be hitched. A hitching rail with no protrusions that might entangle the horse is preferred, although other means of hitching are acceptable.

(5) The horse and buggy parking area shall be paved with concrete or with a light brushed surface for safety and sanitation reasons.

(6) Manure and filth shall not be permitted to accumulate, and the cleanup will be the responsibility of the proprietor on a daily basis.

J. Miscellaneous design criteria. Provisions for speed control, traffic calming, mass-transit facilities, signs, landscaping lighting and other miscellaneous design requirements are further specified within this chapter and/or by Chapter 368, Subdivision and Land Development.

K. Prohibited uses. Off-street parking facilities are designed for the sole purposes of providing a temporary space for vehicles to be parked on a parcel of land with a permitted use that requires off-street parking facilities. The following uses and activities shall be prohibited:

(1) The sale, display, or storage of motor vehicles, boats and/or recreation vehicles that occupies designated parking spaces for the principal use.

(2) Automobile service and maintenance activities that are considered as active, continuous or ongoing for a period of more than 30 consecutive days.

(3) Any nonpermitted uses and activities that compromise the requirements of this chapter.

§ 375-22170 Operations and performance standards.

A. All permitted uses within East Lampeter Township shall operate in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations relating to: air quality; noise and vibration; odor; light, heat and glare; solid waste management; sanitary sewage disposal; water supply; utility and energy; outdoor storage; and other similar regulations.

B. All permitted uses within East Lampeter Township shall operate in compliance with the regulations adopted by East Lampeter Township as well as all applicable state and federal regulations. The following is partial list of local, state and federal governmental regulations associated with various land uses and their impacts:

(1) Noise pollution and vibration. Rules and regulations of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as well as any and all regulations that may succeed or replace these regulations.

(2) Air pollution, airborne emissions, and odor. Rules and regulations of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as well as any and all regulations that may succeed or replace these regulations.

(3) Mechanical ventilation outlets associated with the service and/or repair work areas shall comply with all state and federal air quality and emission standards.

(4) Water pollution. The Clean Streams Law, June 22, 1937 P.L. 1987, 35 P.S. § 691.1 et seq., as amended, as well as any and all regulations that may succeed or replace these regulations.

(5) Mine reclamation and open pit setback. Pennsylvania Act No. 1984-219, the "Noncoal Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act," and all regulations that may succeed or replace these regulations.[1]

[1] Editor's Note: See 52 P.S. § 3301 et seq.

(6) Glare and heat. Rules and regulations of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as well as any and all regulations that may succeed or replace these regulations.

C. The list specified under § 375-22170A of this chapter does not exclude or limit state or federal jurisdiction over uses in East Lampeter Township, but merely provides information to applicants and landowners.

§ 375-22180 Parking of commercial vehicles and trailers.

A. One commercial vehicle of not more than a PennDOT Class 1 may be parked in the AG, R-1, R-2, R-3, MU, BH, VG, VC and VR Zoning Districts, where the use of such vehicle is not incidental to the use of the premises. Where the use of such vehicle is not incidental to the use of the premises, subject to the following conditions:

(1) No business, occupation, or service shall be conducted therein.

(2) Nor shall any parking space therein be leased to a nonoccupant of the lot.

(3) The commercial vehicle must be parked behind the building setback line.

(4) Vehicle must be parked at least 100 feet from any property line or at least 200 feet from any property line if truck or refrigeration unit is left running.

(5) The driveway upon which a commercial vehicle is parked must have sufficient area for a truck turnaround so that the vehicle can enter and exit the site in a forwarded direction.

B. Motor vehicles or trailers of any kind or type without current license plates and current inspection stickers shall not be parked or stored upon any property other than in a completely enclosed garage or other accessory building. This requirement shall not apply to implements and other farm related equipment.

§ 375-22190 Projections into yards.

A. The following projections shall be permitted into required yards and shall not be considered in the determination of the lot coverage requirements:

(1) Terraces and patios, provided that it is unroofed or otherwise enclosed. Such features may not be closer than five feet to any property line.

(2) Projecting architectural features (such as bay windows, cornices, eaves, fireplaces, chimneys, window sills, and similar features) provided that any single such feature does not exceed five square feet in external area, when viewed in plan view.

(3) Uncovered stairs and landings, provided that such stairs or landings do not exceed three feet six inches in height.

(4) Open balconies and fire escapes, provided that such balcony or fire escape is not supported on the ground and does not project more than five feet into any yard or within three feet of any property line.

(5) Cornices, eaves and gutters may not project further than 18 inches into the required setback.

B. No projection of a building shall extend over an adjacent lot line. In situations where the property line is in doubt, the Zoning Officer may require the property owner to have a professional land surveyor determine and mark the precise limits of the property line in question.

§ 375-22200 Landscape screen requirements.

A. All screening, landscaping and buffering requirements shall be subject to the provisions specified within this chapter and Chapter 368, Subdivision and Land Development.

B. Nonresidential uses (buildings, storage areas, loading areas and/or parking areas) that are adjoining to properties that are located within the AG, R-1, R-2, R-3 and VR Zoning Districts should contain five feet of landscape screen.

C. All screening and landscaping materials shall be planted and maintained in a manner that does not disrupt any permitted agricultural uses and activities contained on a farm.

D. All screening and landscaping materials shall be planted and maintained in a manner that does not disrupt the principal and/or accessory uses on adjacent properties.

§ 375-22210 Setback requirements.

A. General criteria. Unless otherwise specified by this chapter, the minimum front, side and rear yard setbacks are specified by the zoning district on which the lot is located. Where there are more restrictive setback requirements established under Article XXIII of this chapter, such setback requirement shall be applied rather than those general requirements specified under Articles III through XX of this chapter:

B. Corner lots. The following provisions shall apply to corner lots:

(1) On every corner lot there shall be provided along each street frontage a front yard that complies with the provisions of this chapter.

(2) Lot lines perpendicular or radial to a street right-of-way shall be deemed side lot lines, and a side yard shall be provided, as measured from the lot line in accordance with the setback requirements of the applicable zoning district.

(3) The effect of this section shall be that four-sided lots on a corner (i.e., having two adjacent street frontages) shall, for the purposes of this chapter and notwithstanding the orientation of any building thereon, have two front yards, two side yards, and no rear yard.

(4) In the case of an irregularly shaped lot having more than four sides, front and side yards shall be as defined above; the remaining lot lines shall, for the purposes of this chapter and notwithstanding the orientation of any building thereon, be deemed rear lot lines and a rear yard shall be measured from the lot line in accordance with the requirements of the applicable zoning district.

(5) In cases in which an existing lot of record is changed or converted into a corner lot, as the result of an adjacent subdivision or land development, the front yard of the existing lot shall be established along the public street to which it originally had frontage as well as along the proposed or new road to which it will have frontage. All other setback requirements shall conform with the appropriate side yard setback requirements for the zoning district on which the preexisting lot is located.

(6) No existing conforming lot of record shall be changed to a nonconforming corner lot of record as a result of site improvements for a subdivision or land development plan.

§ 375-22220 Shopping carts and seasonal sidewalk displays.

A. Shopping cart storage. For those uses that provide shopping carts for use by customers, the outdoor storage and collection of shopping carts is permitted subject to the following.

(1) Shopping carts may be collected and stored at the storefront (upon sidewalks or under a canopy) and/or within the parking lot.

(2) In no case shall the shopping cart storage and collection areas be located upon any facilities used for vehicle circulation or emergency vehicle access provisions.

(3) Shopping cart storage and collection areas may be situated to provide clear pedestrian access (sidewalk or other area) at least nine feet wide and 18 feet deep adjoining the storefront or within the off-street parking area.

B. Seasonal sidewalk displays. The following provisions shall apply to seasonal sidewalk sales:

(1) The seasonal sidewalk display area must be directly affiliated with the principal use on the property.

(2) The location of such outdoor displays shall be limited to sidewalks, under canopies, and other areas immediately in front of the building storefront. The stacking or display of such items shall be arranged to provide clear pedestrian access (sidewalk or other area).

(3) In no case shall the location of such sidewalk display areas occur within any area used for vehicular circulation, required parking and loading areas, or emergency vehicle access provisions (e.g., fire lanes).

(4) No additional signs, except as authorized by this chapter, shall be permitted.

§ 375-22230 Signs.

A. Purpose. The provisions for signs and billboards have been established to meet the following objectives:

(1) To provide for signs as a means of effective visual communication.

(2) To promote adopted Comprehensive Planning and zoning objectives.

(3) To assure compatibility of signs with land uses and buildings in the vicinity of the signs and in the community as a whole.

(4) To improve the safety of pedestrians, vehicular traffic, and property.

(5) To enhance the economic value of the community.

(6) To enhance the aesthetic environment.

(7) To minimize adverse effects of signs on nearby property.

(8) To otherwise promote the public health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the community.

(9) To regulate the use of signs through a sign permitting process.

(10) To enable the fair and consistent enforcement of these sign regulations.

B. Application and defined terms.

(1) The provisions for signs are intended to establish to provide standards and specifications for signs and billboards for uses that are permitted by this chapter.

(2) The provisions for signs contain technical and reference terms that are defined by this chapter.

(3) For the purposes of this chapter, a billboard shall be considered as a type of sign.

C. Area and height. The following guidelines shall apply when interpreting area and height regulations for signs:

(1) Area. The area of a sign shall be the area of the smallest rectangle, triangle, or circle that will encompass all elements of the sign, such as letters, figures, symbols, designs, or other display. The following criteria shall also apply to the area of a sign:

(a) When a sign is a separate unit, the area shall include any borders, framing, trim, decorative attachments, background, and space between elements; it shall not include any supporting structure unless that structure is illuminated, is in the form of a symbol, or contains advertising elements.

(b) When a sign is applied to a wall or otherwise has no definable edges, the area shall include all color, artwork, or other means used to differentiate the sign from the surface upon which it is placed.

(c) When a single sign structure has more than one face with the same message, and no two sign faces are more than three feet apart at any point, the area shall be computed by determining the greatest total area of all sign faces visible from any single location.

(d) The maximum permitted area of certain signs is specified in Tables 375-22230.1 and 375-22230.2 of this chapter.

(2) Height. The height of a sign shall be measured from the average ground level beneath the sign to the highest point of the sign. The ground level shall be the lower of the ground level existing at the time of construction or the ground level existing prior to construction and prior to any earth disturbance at the site. This prior ground level may be established by any reliable source, including, without limitation, existing topographic maps, aerial photographs, photographs of the site, or affidavits of people who are personally familiar with the site. No person(s) shall artificially increase the maximum height of a sign by altering the grade at the base of the sign by any means. The following criteria shall also apply to the height of a sign:

(a) No sign shall be higher than the height limitation of the district in which it is located.

(b) The maximum permitted height of certain signs is specified in Tables 375-22230.1 and 375-22230.2 of this chapter.

(c) Wall signs may be at any height on the wall to which they are attached, except that they may not extend higher than the top of the wall.

(d) Roof signs may extend no more than five feet above the lowest point where they are attached to the building and may not extend above the highest point of the roof.

D. General regulations. The following regulations shall apply to all signs, in addition to the specific regulations contained in the following provisions of this chapter. Where the general regulations are contradicted by a specific regulation, the specific regulation shall control:

(1) All signs shall reflect the general character of the neighborhood.

(2) All signs shall be constructed of durable materials, maintained in good condition, and secured in a safe manner.

(3) When a sign becomes unsafe, the Zoning Officer shall give written notice to the owner of the premises on which the sign is located that the sign must be made safe, replaced or removed immediately.

(4) The areas surrounding all signs shall be maintained in a neat, clean, and attractive condition.

(5) Signs shall be removed within three months if the purpose for which they were erected no longer exists.

(6) Each property that displays one or more permanent freestanding signs and that is in an area where street addresses have been assigned, must prominently display the address on one permanent freestanding sign visible from the street. The address must include the street number; the street name is optional. The address must be of a size and design that is easily identifiable and legible from moving traffic in the street at a distance of 100 feet (utilizing three-inch high lettering/numerals with a 3/4 inch stroke). The area of the address does not count as part of the sign area. Center signs are exempt from this requirement.

(7) No temporary signs shall be permitted except as authorized elsewhere in this chapter.

(8) No sign shall be located within a street right-of-way, except a public utility sign, traffic control sign, government sign, nonprofit organization sign, sidewalk sign for a business use, or any other sign that has been approved by East Lampeter Township or the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

(9) No sign within the clear-sight triangle shall obstruct vision between the heights of 30 inches and 10 feet above the elevation of the center line of the street.

(10) No more than one freestanding sign may be permitted along the street on which the property or use has frontage. For corner lots or properties with two front yards, a freestanding sign may be permitted along each road that the property has frontage, but shall not exceed a total of two freestanding signs.

(11) No signs shall be painted, pasted, nailed, stapled, or otherwise attached to utility poles, trees, fences, fire hydrants, or in an unauthorized manner to walls or other signs, except insofar as such signs comply with generally applicable rules, regulations, or policies formally adopted by the governing body.

(12) Any freestanding sign within a Floodplain Overlay District must receive approval as a special exception.

(13) No sign shall be placed so as to obstruct any door, stairway, window, fire escape, or other means of egress or ingress.

(14) No sign shall be placed so as to obstruct ventilation or light from a building.

(15) No overhead sign shall have a clearance of: less than eight feet between any pedestrian walk and the lowest part of the sign; and less than 18 feet between any roadway and the lowest part of the sign.

(16) No sign that is parallel to and attached to the face of a building shall project more than 18 inches over a public sidewalk.

(17) No sign that is perpendicular to and attached to the face of a building shall project more than four feet from the building.

(18) No sign shall have lights or other illuminating devices that constitute a public safety or traffic hazard.

(19) No sign shall be permitted that imitates or that might be confused with an official traffic sign or signal, such as: by containing the words "stop" or "danger"; or by including red, green, or yellow lights.

(20) No sign or window display shall include a revolving beam or beacon of light resembling an emergency vehicle or facility.

(21) No sign shall advertise activities or products that are illegal under federal, state, or local municipal laws or regulations.

(22) No sign shall include statements, words, or pictures that are considered to be vulgar, obscene, or pornographic.

(23) No streamers, pennants, spinners, reflectors, ribbons, tinsel, balloons or similar signs shall be displayed outside a building. (Refer to "special event sign" in Table 375-22230.2 for regulations that apply to banners used as special event signs.)

(24) In addition to any other signage permitted by this chapter, each commercial or industrial property may display one flag not to exceed 35 square feet with a company or corporate identification logo on premise on an approved, standard flag pole.

(25) Except for time and temperature signs and except for billboards using digital technology meeting the standards hereafter set forth, no animated, sequential, intermittent, flashing, rotating, or oscillating signs shall be permitted.

(26) The lighting source for any sign shall not include any lasers, beacons, searchlights, strobe lighting or any excessive lighting effects.

(27) The use of highly reflective signage that creates nuisance glare or a safety hazard shall not be permitted.

(28) Unless otherwise permitted by East Lampeter Township, no sign may be changed or modified more than one times per twenty-four-period of time.

(29) No sign shall emit smoke, visible vapors, particles, sound, or odor.

(30) No sign shall be place on an automobile, truck, or other vehicle if that vehicle is being used primarily for displaying such sign.

(31) No inflatable signs shall be permitted.

(32) No open flames shall be permitted as part of a sign or in any other way to attract attention.

(33) Advertising painted upon or displayed upon a barn or other structure shall be considered a sign and shall comply with the regulations of this chapter.

(34) Any sign that has been authenticated as historically significant and accurate for its specific location, whether original or a replica, may be exempted from the regulations of this chapter as a special exception.

(35) Signs may be interior lighted with non-glaring lights; signs may be externally lighted by lights that are shielded so there is no direct light transmitted to other properties or public rights-of-way.

(36) The light from any illuminated sign shall not adversely affect: safe vision of operators of vehicles moving on public or private streets or parking areas; any residential zoning district; and/or any part of a building or property used for residential purposes.

(37) No lighting shall be permitted to outline buildings or structures or parts thereof through the use of exposed neon tubing, strings of lights, or other means with the exception of customary holiday decorations, which may be installed 30 days prior to and removed not later than 21 days after the holiday.

(38) Business signs located within the AG, R-1, R-2, R-3, C-1, MU, BH, VG, VC and VR Zoning Districts shall not be illuminated when the business is closed.

(39) All electronically illuminated signs shall be constructed to the standards/listing of the Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code.

(40) Transit bus shelter advertising shall be permitted on one side panel that does not impede a bus driver from identifying riders within the shelter. Such advertising shall face inwards toward the shelter. Transit bus shelter advertising shall be permitted on the interior rear panels. No advertising shall be permitted on the exterior panels of a transit bus shelter. No advertising associated with a transit bus shelter shall be considered billboards and shall not be counted toward the allowable signage on the property.

E. Illumination. The lighting of new, or lighting or relighting of existing, signs and/or billboards shall be subject to the following requirements:

(1) Externally illuminated billboards and signs shall be designed, fitted and aimed (up, down or through) in order to direct the light output onto the billboard or sign and shall not be directed onto neighboring residences, adjacent uses, or any public street. All such illumination shall consider adverse impacts associated with trespass glare that is inadvertently directed towards the sky or adjacent properties.

(2) The light source for internally illuminated signs and billboards shall not exceed the standards set forth by East Lampeter Township, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and/or the Federal Highway Administration.

(3) Billboards installed and operated with digital technology using light emitted diodes or equivalent technology to change messages shall be subject to the provisions specified on Table 375-22230.1 and the following:

(a) Messages may change no more frequently than every 10 seconds.

(b) No change may involve simulated or actual movement, animation, fading, dissolving, flashing, oscillating or rotating features.

(c) Light emitted from the billboard may not exceed 0.3 footcandles above ambient light conditions.

(d) Each such billboard must have a dimmer switch or controls which operate automatically to adjust brightness to the ambient light conditions in order to avoid exceeding the maximum brightness set forth above.

(e) The billboard illumination must otherwise meet the acceptable practices established from time to time by the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America or equivalent organization.

(4) The illumination of billboards shall be limited to the I-1, I-2 and BP Zoning Districts. The illumination of billboards within 400 feet of a residential use or zoning district shall not be permitted.

(5) Rotating, traveling, pulsing, flashing, animated, marching or oscillating light sources, lasers, beacons, searchlights, or strobe lighting shall not be permitted.

(6) The use of highly reflective signage that creates nuisance glare or a safety hazard shall not be permitted.

(7) Applications for the lighting or relighting of signs and billboards shall be accompanied by a point-by-point plot of illuminance on the sign or billboard face, catalog cuts of proposed fixtures and any glare reduction devices and a description of lamps, mounting locations, aiming angles and proposed hours of operation and method for automatically extinguishing the lighting.

(8) Billboards and signs, whether on or off-premises, shall be equipped with a programmable controller that automatically extinguishes the lighting by no later than 11:00 p.m. and remains off until dawn except that on-premise signs for uses that operate later than 11:00 p.m. shall automatically extinguish the sign lighting at the close of business.

F. Banners and flags. The following provisions shall apply to banners and flags, which are hung and displayed as a promotional feature for a municipal, commercial, industrial, institutional, civic and/or nonprofit organizations:

(1) Unless otherwise specified by this chapter, a banner and/or flag shall be considered as a permanent sign. A permit shall be required for all banners and flags.

(2) A permanent banner or flag shall be located, designed and installed so that it does not encroach upon the street right-of-way. A temporary banner or flag may be located within the street right-of-way provided that the landowner or applicant has obtained approval from East Lampeter Township and/or the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

(3) A temporary banner or flag may include a message or display for: a community, civic-based or nonprofit organization; business hours of operation (open or closed); directional or destination; political, election or campaign events; seasonal or special events; and other similar flags or banners. All such temporary banners or flags shall be displayed and maintained by the landowner.

(4) The size of a banner or flag shall not exceed 20 square feet.

(5) The hanging of banners and flags shall be the sole responsibility of the landowner or applicant.

G. Specific regulations. The following tables provide regulations for specific kinds of signs in each zoning district:

(1) Table 375-22230.1 provides regulations for permanent signs.

(2) Table 375-22230.2 provides regulations for temporary signs, special event/use signs and issue signs.

(3) The types of signs not specified within Tables 375-22230.1 and 375-22230.2 or anywhere else within this zoning district shall not be allowed.

H. Permitting procedures and fees. Permits for the placement of signs are required as indicated by the last column contained within Tables 375-22230.1 and 375-22230.2. Sign permit application requirements, such as forms, plans, and fees, shall be established by resolution by the Board of Supervisors.

I. Nonconforming signs. Nonconforming signs may continue to be displayed, as long as there is compliance with the following limitations and conditions:

(1) There may be no expansion or increase in the nonconformity in any way.

(2) Maintenance and repair of the sign are permitted; if necessary, up to 50% of the entire area of a sign and its supporting structure may be replaced in the event of damage. Any such replacement must be completed within six months of the damage occurring.

(3) The sign must be brought into conformity if, for a period of more than 90 days, the message has no longer applied to an activity on the premises.

J. Optional design. East Lampeter Township may consider optional design and improvement alternatives if the standard requirements are determined to be unwarranted or inappropriate based upon the existing site conditions. All optional sign designs shall be considered as part of a conditional use application that is submitted to East Lampeter Township. If approved, the optional design and site requirements shall be considered as part of the zoning permit, subdivision plan or land development plan.

Table 375-22230.1: Regulations for Permanent Signs
Type of Sign		Zoning District or Permitted Use	Maximum Number	Maximum Area	Maximum Height	Minimum Setback	Permit
Business sign for nonresidential use
	Freestanding	AG	1 per lot	16 square feet	6 feet	10 feet	Yes
		C-1, MU, BH, VG and VC	1 per street frontage; no more than 2 signs	80 square feet	16 feet	10 feet	Yes
		C-2, C-3, I-1, I-2 and BP	1 per street frontage; no more than 2 signs	80 square feet	20 feet	10 feet	Yes
	Monument	C-1, C-2, C-3, I-1, I-2, BP, MU, BH, VG and VC	1 per street frontage; no more than 2 signs	80 square feet	8 feet	10 feet	Yes
	Building	AG, C-1, MU, BH, VG and VC	Variable	40 square feet; refer to sign notes	As per zoning district regs.	As per zoning district regs.	Yes
		C-2, C-3, I-1, I-2 and BP	Variable	200 square feet (total); refer to sign notes	As per zoning district regs.	As per zoning district regs	Yes
Billboard		I-1, I-2 and BP	Refer to sign provisions and sign notes	300 square feet surface; refer to sign notes	25 feet	30 feet	Yes
Center		C-1, BH, MU, VG and VC	1 per principal entrance; maximum 2 signs	40 square feet	12 feet	10 feet	Yes
		C-2, C-3, I-1, I-2 and BP	1 per principal entrance; maximum 2 signs	80 square feet	20 feet
Development		Residential	1 per principal entrance; minimum separation of 1,200 linear feet; maximum 2 signs per residential development	20 square feet	8 feet	10 feet	Yes
		Nonresidential		200 square feet	20 feet	30 feet	Yes
Incidental		All zoning districts	No limit	4 square feet	6 feet	10 feet	No
Home occupation		Residential with a home occupational use	1 freestanding and/or 1 building sign per lot	4 square feet of cumulative area	6 feet	10 feet	Yes
Nonprofit, public or government		All zoning districts	1 freestanding and 1 building sign per lot	40 square feet of cumulative area	10 feet	10 feet	No

Additional provisions and notes relative to Table 375-22230.1:
(1)	No more than one freestanding sign may be permitted per street frontage. For corner lots or properties with two front yards, a freestanding sign may be permitted along each road that the property has frontage, but shall not exceed a total of two freestanding signs.
(2)	Lots containing multiple businesses may not have more that one freestanding sign or monument sign.
(3)	The maximum area for a building sign shall be 1.5 square feet for each linear foot of building facade where the sign is attached.
(4)	Business signs for individual uses or businesses must be located so they are identified with the individual use or business.
(5)	Signs located within the BH Zoning District shall comply with the Design Guidelines for the BH Zoning District.
(6)	The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to a public sign or government sign located within the street right-of-way.
(7)	No more than one billboard structure shall be permitted at any permitted location, which may include two surfaces or sign messages that are either attached back to back or shall not exceed an interior angle of 45°.
(8)	Billboards shall be located at least 1,200 from another billboard and at least 300 feet from AG, R-1, R-2, R-3 and VR Zoning Districts.
(9)	All signs or messages that are illuminated or contain digital display messages shall comply with the provisions of this chapter.
(10)	An existing nonconforming business may have one freestanding sign or monument sign that does not exceed 40 square feet and one building sign that does not exceed 40 square feet.
(11)	Permanent signs shall be designed, located and installed so they do not obstruct vehicular or pedestrian movements.

Table 375-22230.2: Regulations for Temporary Signs, Special Event/Use Signs and Issue Signs
Type of Sign		Zoning District or Permitted Use	Maximum Number	Maximum Area	Maximum Height	Minimum Setback	Permit
Contractor sign		All zoning districts	1 per contractor per lot	6 square feet	6 feet	10 feet	No
Garage or yard sale		All zoning districts	1 per sale per lot	6 square feet	6 feet	10 feet	No
Real estate sign
	Residential	All zoning districts	1 per street frontage; maximum 2 signs	6 square feet	6 feet	10 feet	No
	Nonresidential	All zoning districts	1 per street frontage; maximum 2 signs	32 square feet	10 feet	10 feet	No
	Open house	All zoning districts	1 on-site; 2 off-site for directions at street intersections	6 square feet	4 feet	10 feet	No
Sidewalk sign		All zoning districts	No limit	6 square feet	4 feet	None	No
Bed-and-breakfast; tourist home		All zoning districts	1 per lot	4 square feet	6 feet	10 feet	Yes
Roadside stand		All zoning districts	1 per street frontage; maximum 2 signs	8 square feet	6 feet	10 feet	No
Issue sign		AG, R-1, R-2, R-3, C-1, MU, BH, VG, VC, VR	No limit	8 square feet	6 feet	None	No
		C-2, C-3, I-1, I-2 and BP	No limit	32 square feet	10 feet	None	No
Banner or flag		All zoning districts	No limit	20 square feet	20 feet	None	Yes
Special event sign		All zoning districts	1 per lot per event	20 square feet	8 feet	10 feet	No

Additional provisions and notes relative to Table 375-22230.2:
(1)	Temporary and special use signs shall be located on the property of the permitted use and shall not be illuminated. All such signs shall be removed within 30 days after the sign is no longer required for the temporary or special use that it was originally intended.
(2)	Contractor sign shall be located on the premises at least 10 feet from any vehicular access point and shall not be illuminated.
(3)	Real estate signs may be posted no earlier than five days before the property listing and removed five days after the property has been sold.
(4)	Open house or directional signs may be post three days prior to the open house event and removed two hours after the open house event.
(5)	An on-premises sign advertising a real estate auction may be posted 21 days prior to the auction and removed five days after the auction.
(6)	Signs located within the BH Zoning District shall comply with the Design Guidelines for the BH Zoning District.
(7)	Temporary signs shall be designed, located and installed so they do not obstruct vehicular or pedestrian movements.
(8)	The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to a public sign or government sign located within the street right-of-way.
(9)	Signs that are required to be removed by the applicant, landowner or responsible person within the specified time limits may be removed by East Lampeter Township at the cost for enforcement, including all administrative, removal and legal fees.
(10)	Additional provisions may be further specified by this chapter and/or by the state or federal agencies with jurisdiction.
(11)	Unless otherwise specified by this chapter, a permit shall be required for a permanent or temporary sign.
(12)	Community, civic-based and nonprofit signs shall be considered as a temporary sign or special event sign.

§ 375-22240 Solid waste disposal.

A. Trash and refuse disposal shall comply with the all pertinent provisions adopted by East Lampeter Township, including Chapter 279, Solid Waste and Recycling, of the Code of the Township of East Lampeter,, as may be amended from time to time.

B. All containers or dumpsters utilized for solid waste disposal or recycling shall be enclosed, vermin proof and have adequate storage capacity to accommodate the projected volumes of solid waste. Unless otherwise specified by this chapter or by Chapter 279, Solid Waste and Recycling, the following setback requirements shall apply:

(1) Common trash and recycling containers utilized for a multifamily uses (townhouse and apartments) shall be stored in the rear yard and shall be located at least 10 feet from the rear lot line.

(2) Individual trash and recycling containers utilized for a multifamily uses (townhouses and apartments) shall be stored within the building or within a designated exterior area located at least 10 feet from the property line.

(3) Dumpsters or solid waste disposal facilities for a nonresidential use shall comply with the side or rear yard setbacks for an accessory use, building or structure for the zoning district on which it is located. If there are no setback requirements specified for an accessory use, building or structure, the dumpster or solid waste shall comply with the side or rear yard setbacks established for a principal use.

C. Exterior storage areas for trash and rubbish disposal for a nonresidential use shall be properly enclosed with secured fencing and/or screened with landscaping materials within a designated area on the property or as part of a disposal plan approved by East Lampeter Township.

D. The landowner shall develop, implement and maintain a working plan for the trash disposal, recycling and the cleanup of litter that is a result of the school as a vocational, mechanical or trade use.

E. All hazardous waste, toxic waste, infectious waste, and other similar items, which because of its potential health risks, shall be discarded in a manner specified by local, state and federal laws.

F. All lubricants, fuel and/or petroleum products shall be contained within a permitted building, structure and/or containment facility that complies with local, state and federal laws.

§ 375-22250 (Reserved)

§ 375-22260 Unenclosed outdoor storage.

A. General criteria. Outdoor storage of any type shall not be permitted unless such storage conforms to the normal functions and procedures conducted on the premises. Outdoor storage of any type that is not a normal function of the property or permitted use shall be prohibited, if such storage is considered as unsightly, malodorous, hazardous to the environment and potentially detrimental to the health and safety of the adjacent property owners.

B. Recreational vehicles, boats, campers and trailers. Except as noted under § 375-22180 of this chapter, the following provisions shall apply to the storage of recreation vehicles, boats, campers and trailers in the AG, R-1, R-2, R-3, MU, BH, VG, VC, and VR Zoning Districts, or upon any existing lots used principally for residential purposes:

(1) For purposes of this section, recreational vehicles, travel trailers, utility trailers, boats (including trailers), and other trailers used solely for the transport of the residents recreational vehicle(s) are divided into two separate categories, as follows:

(a) Class A Vehicle that are less than 200 square feet, as described as follows: those recreational vehicles, travel trailers, utility trailers, boats (including trailers), and other trailers used solely for the transport of the residents' recreational vehicle(s) that possess no more than 200 square feet, as measured to the vehicle's outermost edges, nor exceed a height of 10 feet, as measured from the ground to the highest point of the main body of the vehicle. Vehicle height shall not be measured on vehicle accessories (e.g., air conditioners, vents, hatches, masts, antennas, out-rigging fishing poles, etc.), but will be measured to the highest point of any fly-bridge or other boat console.

(b) Class B Vehicles that are more than 200 square feet, as describe as follows: those recreational vehicles, travel trailers, utility trailers, boats (including trailers), and other trailers used solely for the transport of the residents recreational vehicle(s) that possess more than 200 square feet, as measured to the vehicle's outermost edges, and/or exceed a height of 10 feet, as measured from the ground to the highest point of the main body of the vehicle. Vehicle height shall not be measured on vehicle accessories (e.g., air conditioners, vents, hatches, antennas, masts, out-rigging fishing poles, etc.), but will be measured to the highest point of any fly-bridge or other boat console.

(2) The temporary parking of one Class A or Class B vehicle for periods not exceeding 72 hours during any seven-day period is permitted on a paved or gravel surface, so long as the vehicle is set back no less than 10 feet from any street right-of-way, and five feet from adjoining property lines.

(3) The storage of one Class A vehicle shall be permitted per lot behind the building setback line, so long as the unit is setback no less than five feet from any adjoining lot line. All areas used for the storage of Class A vehicles shall be maintained so as to keep vegetation properly trimmed and debris or litter disposed of regularly. All vehicles shall maintain required licenses and prevent the leakage of fuels and/or lubricants into the ground.

(4) Except for temporary parking, as permitted under § 375-22260B(2) of this chapter, the storage of any Class B vehicle shall be prohibited within the R-1, R-2, R-3, MU, BH, VG, VC and VR Zoning Districts, or upon any existing lots used principally for residential purposes, unless the following requirements are met:

(a) In no case shall the vehicle contain more than 320 square feet, as measured to the vehicle's outermost edges, nor exceed a height of 13 feet, as measured from the ground to the highest point of the vehicle's main body. The vehicle height shall not be measured on vehicle accessories (air conditioners, vents, hatches, antennas, masts, out-rigging fishing poles), but will be measured to the highest point of any fly-bridge or other boat console.

(b) All vehicles shall be set back a horizontal distance equal to twice the vehicle's height from every side and rear lot line.

(c) No vehicle shall be stored in front of the building setback line. On vacant lots, the vehicle must be stored behind the required front yard setback line, as specified for principal uses.

(d) Screening, as described and required under the provisions of this chapter, shall be provided along any side and rear lot lines. Such screening shall not extend into the required front yard. Screening shall not be required along a common side lot line when the owner resides on one lot, and stores the vehicle on an adjacent vacant lot that he/she owns. One ten-foot wide break in required screening may be provided along one rear or side lot line for vehicular access onto an adjoining alley.

(e) All areas used for the storage of Class B vehicles shall be maintained so as to keep vegetation properly trimmed and debris or litter disposed of regularly. All vehicles shall maintain required licenses and prevent the leakage of fuels and/or lubricants into the ground.

C. Domestic compost. The placement of framed enclosure for composting as an accessory residential use is permitted, subject to the requirements of residential accessory building setbacks. Only waste materials from the residential site shall be deposited within the compost enclosure, and in no case shall meat or meat by-products be composted. All composting enclosures shall be maintained such that they will not create a nuisance to nearby properties.

D. Firewood storage. Outdoor storage of firewood for personal domestic use is permitted, subject to the requirements of residential accessory building setbacks. The storage area shall be maintained so as to keep vegetation properly trimmed and not create a nuisance to nearby properties.

E. No exterior storage of a substance, which has the potential to contaminate groundwater or surface water, shall not be permitted unless the owner provides and installs safeguards, which are satisfactory to East Lampeter Township and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. All such protective safeguards shall be subject to the review and approval by the East Lampeter Township Zoning Officer.

§ 375-22270 Utilities.

A. Unless otherwise specified by the utility provider, all basic utility service lines for electric, natural gas, cable television, and telephone shall be placed underground.

B. The installation of all utilities shall be in strict accordance with the engineering standards and specifications of the public utility company.

C. Where such underground utilities are located under the proposed cartway, they shall be permitted and put in place, connected, and approved before the streets are constructed and before any person is permitted to occupy any building to be served by such utilities.

D. Where easements or rights-of-way are required to accommodate utility installations, such easements shall have a minimum width of 20 feet. New utility easements and rights-of-way shall be located only upon consultation with the appropriate utility company.

E. Where feasible, easements and rights-of-way shall be centered or adjacent to rear or side lot lines. No structures, materials and/or trees shall be placed within such easements and rights-of-way.

F. Right-of-way standards and installation procedures for natural gas and petroleum product transmission lines shall conform to all applicable federal and state regulations, including regulations governing the width of the right-of-way, location of pipeline within the right-of-way, the proposed depth of the pipeline, and the pipe wall thickness. There shall be a minimum distance of 50 feet, measured in the shortest distance, between any proposed or existing dwelling and any petroleum products or natural gas transmission line.

§ 375-22280 Yards along through, double and reverse frontage lots.

A. For lots that are classified as a through lot, double frontage lot or reverse frontage lot, the front yard shall be designated and located along the street closest to the face of the building having the principal entrance, or along the street from which primary vehicular access is provided if the lot does not contain a building. The rear yard shall be located along the other street providing frontage, and the side yards shall be located along all other lot lines.

B. For lots that are classified as a corner lot, the front yards shall be located along both streets. The rear yard shall be located opposite the front yard which contains the face of the building having the principal entrance and all other yards shall be side yards.