[Ord. 284 (86-2), 8/14/1986, § 301]
1. Establishment of Zones. The Borough of Glen Rock is divided into
zones enumerated below and shown on the map entitled "Zoning Map of
Glen Rock Borough," which map is part of this chapter.
A. R-1 — Residential-Suburban.
D. C-I — Commercial-Industrial.
2. Boundaries of Zones. Where uncertainty exists as to the boundaries
of the zones as shown on the Zoning Map, the following rules shall
apply:
A. Boundaries indicated as approximately following the center lines
of streets, highways or alleys shall be construed to follow such center
lines.
B. Boundaries indicated as approximately following platted lot lines
shall be construed as following such lot lines.
C. Boundaries indicated as approximately following Borough limits shall
be construed as following Borough limits.
D. Boundaries indicated as following railroad lines shall be construed
to be midway between the main tracks.
E. Boundaries indicated as approximately following the center lines
of streams, rivers or other bodies of water shall be construed to
follow such center lines.
F. Boundaries indicated as parallel to or extensions of features indicated
in Subsections 2A through E shall be so construed. Distances not specifically
indicated on the Official Zoning Map shall be determined by the scale
of the map.
G. Where physical or cultural features existing on the ground are at
variance with those shown on the Official Zoning Map or in circumstances
not covered by Subsections 2A through F, the Zoning Hearing Board
shall interpret the district boundaries.
[Ord. 284 (86-2), 8/14/1986, § 302]
1. Uses Permitted. The uses permitted in the zones established by this Part and the permitted extent of these uses, are as shown in §§
27-303 through
27-306. The uses shown as permitted in each zone are the only uses permitted in that zone. Unless otherwise noted, the use or dimensional standards are the requirements for each use. However:
A. Additional general provisions are set forth in Part 4.
B. Modifications to the use or dimensional requirements are set forth
in Part 4.
C. Standards for special exception uses are set forth in Part 6.
2. All Other Uses. Any use not specifically allowed elsewhere in this
chapter shall be allowed by special exception in the zone or zones
where, and to the extent that, similar uses are permitted or allowed
by special exception provided that said use meets the requirements
for a special exception and does not constitute a public or private
nuisance.
3. Accessory Uses and Structures. Accessory uses and structures shall be permitted in conjunction with the principal uses permitted by this chapter and shall be further subject to the requirements for accessory uses and structures as set forth in §
27-401.
4. Uses With Nuisance Effect. In no case is a use permitted which by
reason of noise, dust, odor, appearance, or other objectionable factor
creates a nuisance, hazard, or other substantial adverse effect upon
the reasonable enjoyment of the surrounding property.
[Ord. 284 (86-2), 8/14/1986, § 303; as amended
by Ord. 291 (87-4), 7/9/1987, § 1; and by Ord. 460 (2009-02),
9/16/2009, § 1]
1. Purpose. The Residential-Suburban Zone provides space for day to
day living activities. The purpose of this residential zone is to
provide for the orderly expansion of suburban-type residential development;
to provide for the public health and to prevent the overcrowding of
land through the application of moderate housing densities, to provide
standards which will encourage the installation of public facilities
and the preservation of open space; to exclude any activities not
compatible with residential development; to provide for the public
convenience and avoid undue congestion on the roads; and to otherwise
create conditions conducive to carrying out the purposes of this Part.
2. Uses by Right. The following principal uses are permitted by right
in the R-1 zone:
C. Crops, farm buildings and pasture.
3. Uses by Special Exception. The following principal uses shall be permitted as special exceptions when authorized by the Zoning Hearing Board. The Zoning Hearing Board shall hear and decide requests for such uses according to criteria established in Part
6 of this chapter:
C. Park or other recreation area of a nonprofit nature.
F. Private day-care center or nursery school.
G. Multifamily or two-family conversion.
I. Public building and facilities.
J. Convalescent or nursing home.
M. Bed-and-breakfast establishment.
Q. Agriculture.
[Added by Ord. No. 503, 8/19/2020]
R. Keeping of livestock.
[Added by Ord. No. 503, 8/19/2020]
4. Lot Area and Width. Lot area and lot width not less than the following
dimensions shall be provided for each principal use hereafter established
in this zone:
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Public Water and Public Sewer
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Use
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Lot Area
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Lot Width
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All uses except two-family dwellings
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15,000 square feet
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75 feet
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Two-family dwellings
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20,000 square feet
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90 feet
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5. Setbacks. Each lot shall provide front, side and rear setbacks not
less than the following:
B. Each side setback: 10 feet. Two-family dwellings shall be considered
as one building for this purpose.
6. Building Height. The height limit for a main building shall be 2 1/2
stories, but not over 35 feet; however, the maximum height limit may
be increased to 3 1/2 stories but not over 45 feet provided that
each maximum yard area is increased one foot for each additional one
foot of building height over 35 feet. The height limit for accessory
buildings shall be two stories, but not over 25 feet. No building
or structure shall be constructed which will cast a shadow on the
south facing wall of any dwelling measured at the first floor between
the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on any winter solstice day, December
21.
7. Lot Coverage. Not more than 30% of the lot area may be covered by
buildings or structures including accessory buildings.
8. Open Area. Not less than 70% of the lot area shall be devoted to
open area as defined in this Part.
9. Paved Area. Not more than 15% of the lot area may be paved with an
impervious surface (ex.: driveways, parking areas, walkways).
[Ord. 284 (86-2), 8/14/1986, § 304; as amended
by Ord. 460 (2009-02), § 2]
1. Purpose. The purpose of the R-2 Residential-Urban Zone is to encourage
orderly development and preservation of a variety of housing types
compatible with existing dwellings in established, medium density
residential areas of the community by providing public facilities
necessary for the health, welfare and general convenience of the population;
to prevent overcrowding of the land through application of maximum
housing densities; to preserve public open space; and to exclude any
activities not compatible with the residential environment.
2. Uses by Right. The following principal uses are permitted by right
in the R-2 Zone:
3. Uses by Special Exception. The following principal uses shall be permitted as special exceptions when authorized by the Zoning Hearing Board. The Zoning Hearing Board shall hear and decide requests for such uses according to criteria established in Part
6 of this chapter:
D. Club room, club grounds, meeting hall.
F. Private day-care center or nursery school.
G. Park or other recreation area of a nonprofit nature.
J. Public buildings and facilities.
M. Multifamily or two-family conversion.
O. Bed-and-breakfast establishment.
4. Lot Area and Width. Lot area and lot width not less than the following
dimensions shall be provided for each principal use hereafter established
in this zone:
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Public Water and Public Sewer
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Use
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Lot Area
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Lot Width
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All uses except two-family dwellings
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9,000 square feet
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60 feet
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Two-family dwellings
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12,000 square feet
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70 feet
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5. Setbacks. Each lot shall provide front, side and rear setbacks not
less than the following:
B. Each side setback: 10 feet. Two-family dwellings shall be considered
as one building for this purpose.
6. Building Height. The height limit for a main building shall be 2 1/2
stories, but not over 35 feet; however, the maximum height limit may
be increased to 3 1/2 stories but not over 45 feet provided that
each maximum yard area is increased in size one foot for each additional
one foot of building height over 35 feet. The height limit for accessory
buildings shall be two stories, but not over 25 feet. No building
or structure shall be constructed which will cast a shadow on the
south facing wall of any dwelling measured at the first floor between
the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on any winter solstice day, December
21.
7. Lot Coverage. Not more than 40% of the lot area may be covered by
buildings or structures including accessory buildings.
8. Open Area. Not less than 60% of the lot area shall be devoted to
open area as defined in this chapter.
9. Paved Area. No more than 20% of the lot area may be paved with an
impervious surface (ex.: driveways, parking areas, walkways).
[Ord. 284 (86-2), 8/14/1986, § 305; as amended
by Ord. 365 (95-4), 1/2/1996, § 2]
1. Purpose. The purpose of the Village Center Zone is to provide reasonable
standards for the orderly development and the preservation of residential
uses and local commercial services where a nucleus of such uses already
exists, and where, due to the character of the area such a mixture
of uses is appropriate and compatible. The standards of this zone
are designed to prevent the overcrowding of land by restricting maximum
housing densities; to exclude any activities not compatible with the
Village Center environment; to provide for the public convenience;
to minimize traffic congestion and to otherwise fulfill the purposes
and objectives of this chapter.
2. Uses by Right. The following principal uses are permitted by right
in the VC Zone:
E. Personal service business.
F. Professions or business offices.
H. Parking lot or parking garage.
I. Caretaker or watchman dwelling.
M. Private day-care center or nursery school.
N. Public buildings and facilities.
O. Apartment in conjunction with commercial establishment.
3. Uses by Special Exception. The following principal uses shall be permitted as special exceptions when authorized by the Zoning Hearing Board. The Zoning Hearing Board shall hear and decide requests for such uses according to criteria established in Part
6 of this chapter:
A. Transportation (passenger) terminal.
B. Medical clinic, laboratories.
C. Convalescent or nursing home.
H. Laundry and dry cleaning establishment.
K. Commercial recreation establishment.
[Amended by Ord. No. 493, 5/16/2018]
M. Wholesale vehicle sales terminal or auction.
N. Heavy storage service; e.g., warehouse, building material yard.
O. Multifamily or two-family conversion.
P. Club room, club grounds, meeting hall.
R. Bed-and-breakfast establishment.
4. Lot Area and Width. Lot area and lot width not less than the following
dimensions shall be provided for each principal use hereafter established
in this zone:
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Public Water and Public Sewer
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Minimum Lot Area
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8,000 square feet
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Minimum Lot Width
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60 feet
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5. Setbacks. Each lot shall provide front, side and rear setbacks not
less than the following:
B. Each side setback: 10 feet.
6. Building Height. The building height limit shall be three stories,
but not more than 35 feet; however, the maximum height limit may be
increased to 50 feet provided that each maximum yard area is increased
in size one foot for each additional one foot of building height over
35 feet. The height limit for an accessory building shall be two stories,
but not over 25 feet.
7. Lot Coverage. Not more than 60% of the lot area shall be devoted
to buildings and structures including accessory buildings. At least
15% of the lot shall be landscaped.
8. Open Area. Not less than 40% of the lot area shall be devoted to
open area as defined in this chapter.
9. Paved Area. Not more than 25% of the lot area shall be paved with
an imperious surface (ex.: driveways, parking areas, walkways).
[Ord. 284 (86-2), 8/14/1986, § 306; as amended
by Ord. 365 (95-4), 1/2/1996, §§ 3 and 4]
1. Purpose. The purpose of this zone is to permit and encourage commercial
and industrial development that will be so located and designed as
to constitute a harmonious and appropriate development, contribute
to the soundness of the economic base of the Borough and otherwise
further the purposes of this chapter. In promoting these and the general
purposes of this chapter, the specific intent of this zone is:
A. To encourage the development of the continued use of land for commercial
and industrial purposes.
B. To prohibit any use which would substantially interfere with the
development, continuation or expansion of commercial and industrial
uses in the district.
C. To establish reasonable standards for buildings and other structures,
the areas and dimensions of yards and other open spaces, and the provision
of facilities and operation of industries to minimize air pollution,
noise, glare, heat, vibration and fire and safety hazards.
2. Uses by Right. The following principal uses are permitted by right
in the C-I Zone:
B. Personal service business.
C. Professional or business office.
F. Commercial recreational establishment.
[Amended by Ord. No. 493, 5/16/2018]
G. Public building and facilities.
I. Parking lot or parking garage.
J. Enclosed processing establishment; e.g., laundry, large appliance
or equipment repair shop.
L. Light Manufacturing. Manufacturing and storage use that does not
cause dust, smoke, fumes, gas or offensive odors to be disseminated
beyond the boundaries of the lot; does not cause vibration beyond
the boundaries of the lot; does not cause noise exceeding that of
street traffic at the front, side and rear lot lines; and does not
cause glare observable from beyond the boundaries of the lot. Such
uses include, but are not limited to:
(3)
Packaging products in the form of powder of other dry state.
(6)
Assembly of electronic apparatus.
M. General Manufacturing. Manufacturing use which does not constitute
an unusual fire or explosion hazard and does not create a nuisance
by reason of smoke, odor, dust, noise or glare. Such uses include,
but are not limited to:
(1)
Food, except meat packing.
N. Caretaker or watchman dwelling.
3. Uses by Special Exception. The following principal uses shall be permitted as special exceptions when authorized by the Zoning Hearing Board. The Zoning Hearing Board shall hear and decide requests for such uses according to criteria established in Part
6 of this chapter:
D. Truck or motor freight terminal.
F. Junkyard, automobile dismantling plant.
H. Chemical manufacturing, processing and storage operations.
I. Wholesale vehicle sales terminal or auction.
J. Heavy storage service; e.g., warehouse, building material yard.
M. Multifamily residential in combination with commercial uses.
N. Parks and other recreation areas of a nonprofit nature.
O. Vehicle sales, service and/or repair.
4. Lot Area and Width. Lot area and lot width not less than the following
dimensions shall be provided for each principal use hereafter established
in this zone:
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Public Water and Public Sewer
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Minimum Lot Area
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10,000 square feet
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Minimum Lot Width
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80 feet
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5. Setbacks. Each lot shall provide front, side and rear setbacks not
less than the following:
B. Each side setback: 20 feet.
6. Building Height. The building height limit shall be three stories,
but not more than 35 feet; however, the maximum height limit may be
increased to 50 feet provided that each maximum yard area is increased
in size one foot for each additional one foot of building height over
35 feet. The height limit for an accessory building shall be two stories,
but not over 25 feet. No building or structure shall be constructed
which will cast a shadow on the south facing wall of any dwelling
measured at the first floor between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00
p.m. on any winter solstice day, December 21.
7. Lot Coverage. Not more than 60% of the lot area may be covered by
buildings or structures including accessory buildings.
8. Open Area. Not less than 40% of the lot area shall be devoted to
open area as defined in this chapter.
9. Paved Area. Not more than 25% of the lot area may be paved with an
impervious surface (ex.: driveways, parking areas, walkways).