A.
Purpose. The purpose of these landscaping regulations is to:
(1)
Enhance property values;
(2)
Help minimize soil erosion;
(3)
Conserve energy by-the provision of shade trees over streets,
sidewalks, parking areas and other paving, and to promote aesthetic
quality;
(4)
Improve the quality of the environment;
(5)
Provide landscaping in parking areas to improve lot appearance
and safety, intercept and manage stormwater runoff, and to encourage
the natural infiltration of rainwater;
(6)
Encourage the retention of existing vegetation;
(7)
Minimize impacts of noise, light and glare;
(8)
Increase the compatibility between different intensities of
land uses by providing visual barriers;
(9)
Interrupt open and expansive paved parking lots; and
(10)
Contribute to the aesthetic appearance, image and appeal of
the Town.
B.
Applicability.
(1)
This section of the regulations shall apply whenever any proposed
building, structure, or development activity requires the submission
of a site plan application or a special permit application within
Business and Industrial Districts, and the development of residential
lots adjacent to Business and Industrial Districts and design districts.
This section shall also apply to residential properties expanding
legally nonconforming nonresidential uses or buildings.
(2)
These provisions shall not apply to the development of lots
within the Collinsville Business Overlay, or construction or development
of a single-family dwelling not adjacent to Business and Industrial
Districts and design districts (unless part of a development of multiple
dwelling units).
(3)
Where a design district has established specific landscaping
standards, those standards shall govern.
C.
Overall landscaping standards.
(1)
All portions of a lot not required for buildings, structures,
parking, driveways, or sidewalks shall be landscaped with lawn, ground
cover, trees, evergreen shrubs, gardens or other appropriate plantings.
This requirement is in addition to all other planting requirements
of these regulations. Bark, stone or wood mulch is not permitted as
the predominant ground cover.
(2)
The landscape shall be preserved in its natural state insofar
as practical by minimizing tree and soil removal, preserving large
existing trees whenever practical, keeping any grade changes in harmony
with the general appearance of neighboring developed areas, and retaining
stone walls and other unique lot features.
(3)
Where existing large trees or other vegetation are removed prior
to the filing of a zoning application, the Commission may require
the planting of the largest commercially available trees or shrubs
to replace them.
(4)
Existing healthy, mature trees and vegetation expected to survive
may be credited by the Commission towards the requirements of these
regulations.
(5)
Such plan shall be prepared to show the preservation of such
existing vegetation in its natural state, insofar as practical, and
such plan shall be made a part of any site landscaping plan.
(6)
Landscaping materials selected for use shall be acceptable to
the Commission.
(7)
Use of invasive species is prohibited.
(8)
Stone mulch shall not be used within five feet of pavement or
sidewalks to avoid tripping hazards and stones being thrown by tires.
(9)
Landscaped areas within five feet of pavement shall be designed
to be salt tolerant and capable of surviving heavy loads of snow.
(10)
Grass berm slopes shall not exceed 25% to facilitate mowing
while berms planted with ground cover and shrubs shall not exceed
slopes of 50%.
D.
Perimeter landscaping standards in Business and Industrial Districts.
(1)
Front yard. There shall be a landscaped area at least 10 feet
in width along the perimeter of the front yard, including utility
easements but exclusive of sidewalks, and entrance drives except where
modified by a majority vote of the Commission where it is found that:
(2)
Side and rear yard. Along the perimeter of the side and rear
yards there shall be a landscaped area at least five feet in width
except:
(3)
Planting bed requirements:
(a)
The landscaped area referenced to in § 470-701D(1) and (2) above shall contain at least one shade tree for each 40 feet or fraction thereof, of the corresponding lot line.
(b)
The landscape area referenced in § 470-701D(2) above shall contain one understory tree for each 40 feet of length of side or rear lot line, or fraction thereof, and one shrub shall be planted for each 20 feet of side or rear lot line, or fraction thereof.
(4)
Residential buffers.
(a)
New development, including buildings, uses and including vehicular
areas, shall provide a landscape buffer along the lot line abutting
lots in a residential district through the use of berms, walls, fencing,
landscaping or existing vegetation of such type, height, spacing and
arrangement which, in the judgment of the Commission, shall:
(b)
Unless modified by the Commission, multiple-dwelling uses, including
vehicular areas, shall provide a landscape buffer along each lot line.
(c)
New residential development shall provide a landscape buffer
along the lot line abutting land used for nonresidential purposes
or abutting lots located in a business and industrial district or
design district.
(d)
The depth of the landscape buffer and density of plant materials
shall be determined by the Commission based on the nature of the surrounding
uses and using the following diagrams as a guide (Table 470-701D).
(e)
Where circumstance warrant, the Commission may reduce the buffer
width and/or planting requirements due to existing vegetation or other
factors, or may increase the planting requirements.
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Table 470-701D
Potential Landscaped Buffer Configurations
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Buffer Yard A - 15-Foot Depth
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20 evergreen trees
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Buffer Yard B - 25-Foot Depth
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5 shade trees
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10 understory trees
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15 shrubs
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Buffer Yard C - 45-Foot Depth
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3 shade trees
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6 understory trees
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9 shrubs
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Buffer Yard D - 25-Foot Depth
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16 evergreen trees
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6-foot solid screen fence
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4-foot-high berm (grass cover or mulch)
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E.
Parking area landscaping standards.
(1)
At least 10% of the parking lot area shall be landscaped through
the use of landscaped islands within the parking lot.
(3)
A minimum planting area, equivalent to 150 square feet per tree
shall be provided.
(4)
Parking areas shall have a landscaped island at each end of
each row of parking spaces and an intermediate island for every 15
parking spaces. The Commission may require more landscaped area based
on the size of the parking lot.
(5)
Landscaped islands shall be not less than eight feet wide in
the direction parallel to the row and not less than 18 feet long in
the direction perpendicular to the row.
(6)
Landscape islands shall have a suitable curb of stone, poured-in-place
or pre-cast concrete, and shall be planted with grass or ground cover,
or have pedestrian pavers where approved by the Commission, unless
part of a drainage system.
(7)
Landscaping around the edges of stormwater basins may be planted
with a mix of shrubs and wild-flowers, or other plantings that encourages
use by wildlife but deters Canada geese that prefer grassy edges,
and reduces maintenance burdens.
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Diagram § 470-701E(1) - Typical Parking Lot Island
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Diagram 470-701E(2) - Alternative Parking Lot Island
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(8)
A landscaped buffer strip having a minimum width of 15 feet
shall separate all buildings from parking lots and driveways except
at loading docks, building entrances and along pedestrian arcades.
This buffer strip may contain pedestrian walkways and a combination
of at least three of the following: trees, shrubs, grass or other
landscape material.
(9)
Unless modified by the Commission, a landscaped strip shall
be provided along any access driveway to or from the street to separate
parking spaces and access aisles from entering and exiting traffic.
Such landscaped strip shall be of sufficient width to ensure that
no parked automobile overhangs into the access driveway. [See Diagram
702D(3)]
(10)
Trees located within parking lots shall have a clear trunk height
of at least six feet and shrubs shall be kept trimmed so as not to
impede the vision of pedestrians and motorists.
F.
Minimum landscaping standards.
(1)
Where trees are required, they shall be deciduous shade trees
at least three inches to 3.5 inches in caliper at planting with a
mature height of at least 35 feet.
(2)
Where understory trees are used, they shall be deciduous shade
or fruit trees at least two inches in caliper at planting with a mature
height of at least 12 feet.
(3)
Where evergreens are used, they shall be at least six feet in
height at planting.
(5)
The Tree Warden shall be consulted regarding tree species that
are located in or adjacent to any municipal right-of-way and shall
issue a report to the Commission. The Commission may modify the landscaping
plan in consideration of Tree Warden's report.
G.
Completion bonding and maintenance.
(1)
Landscaping plants required by these regulations shall be planted
and maintained in a healthy, growing condition according to accepted
local customary horticultural practices.
(2)
All landscaping shall be maintained in accordance with the approved
plan.
(3)
Any dead, missing, or other landscaping which is in a condition
that does not fulfill the intent of these regulations shall be replaced
by the lot owner in accordance with the approved plans as soon as
weather permits (taking into considering the planting season for the
particular plant material).
(4)
Any screening fence, wall, or curbing required by these regulations
shall be maintained in good condition by the lot owner.
(5)
The Commission or the Zoning Enforcement Officer, as a condition
of approval, may require that a performance bond, in a form and an
amount acceptable to the Commission or Zoning Enforcement Officer
(in consultation with the Commission's engineer), be provided to insure
the faithful performance of the landscaping work to be undertaken.
(6)
The Commission may require the design landscape architect to
certify that all landscaping has been installed in accordance with
the approved plans.
(7)
When existing trees and vegetation within the site are used
to meet the requirements of this section:
(a)
The existing landscape shall be surveyed, trees and natural
growth to be preserved shall be identified and marked, and a plan
to preserve identified vegetation in its natural state insofar as
practical shall be developed and made a part of the site landscaping
plan;
(b)
Clearing limits shall be staked in the field prior to any clearing
and/or excavation;
(c)
Particular care shall be used to observe and respect these clearing
limits during all phases of development;
(d)
Existing large trees that are proposed to remain shall be identified
and shall have suitable fencing installed at their drip lines to designate
areas in which cutting and filling are prohibited and to help minimize
soil compaction from construction equipment in their general location;
and
(e)
Any tree marked for preservation which is removed, or damaged
beyond satisfactory repair by action or inaction of the owner, as
determined by a professional arborist required by the Commission,
shall be replaced with sufficient trees of the same or similar species
as approved by the ZEO so that the combined caliper measurements of
the replacement trees shall exceed the caliper measurements of the
tree that was removed or damaged;
(8)
All trees shall be staked for one year from the date of installation.
Stakes shall be removed at the completion of one year.
(9)
All trees and shrubs shall have a minimum of two inches and
a maximum of four inches of mulch placed around the base of the planting
area and shall not touch the bark.
H.
Modification of requirements.
(1)
The Commission may allow these standards to be modified in special
circumstances where other adequate landscape treatment is provided.
(2)
During construction, the Zoning Enforcement Officer may allow
field substitutions of plant material provided the original intent
of the approved landscape plan is maintained upon consultation with
a professional landscape architect.
A.
Purpose. The purposes of this section is to:
(1)
Ensure that off-street parking, loading, and access demands
associated with new development will be met without adversely affecting
other nearby land uses and surrounding neighborhoods;
(2)
Minimize the impact of stormwater from impervious surfaces that
result from off street parking and loading; and
(3)
Support and promote safe and convenient pedestrian and bicycle
movements within and adjacent to the lot being developed.
B.
Applicability.
(1)
This section of the regulations shall apply whenever any proposed
structure or development activity requires the submission of a site
plan application or a special permit application.
(2)
Where a design district has established specific parking standards,
those standards shall govern.
(3)
These provisions shall not apply to a change in use to development lots within the Collinsville Business Overlay District, except as regulated under § 470-601G(4).
(4)
The change of any use to a use requiring more spaces than is
already provided shall comply with the requirements of such additional
spaces as required by this section.
(5)
Farm exemption. The provisions of this section do not apply
to vehicles, trailers, or construction equipment used on a farm as
defined in these regulations.
(6)
Parking garages. Parking garages and decks are authorized subject
to conformance with all other applicable regulations.
C.
Number of parking spaces.
(2)
Number. The standard number of parking spaces for a site shall
be determined using one of the following two methods:
(a)
As derived from Table 470-702C.
(b)
By the Commission after considering the findings and recommendations
of a report prepared by a professional engineer or professional landscape
architect that shall address the following:
[1]
Scope and type of uses or activities on the site;
[2]
Expected peak traffic, parking generation/loads, and rate of
parking turnover;
[3]
Standard industry practices; and justification for recommended
parking to be supplied. Such study may include, as applicable, and
in addition to other relevant information, the following for substantiation
of findings:
(3)
The number of provided parking spaces allowed for a site shall be the standard number derived from Subsection C(2) above plus or minus 15%, rounded towards said standard number; except that where said standard number is less than seven spaces, then the allowable number of spaces shall be the standard number plus or minus one space, and a minimum of two spaces must be provided for any permitted site.
(4)
Where the standard number of parking spaces is determined using
method (b.) from (2.) above and the determined standard number of
parking spaces is greater than 15, then:
(a)
Within a design village district, the subject application shall
be processed as a Type II application as set forth in the Design Village
Districts Form Based Code; or
(b)
Otherwise, a special permit for the allowable parking shall
be required.
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Table 470-702C
Parking Space Requirements
[Amended 12-21-2022] | |
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Use
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Parking Requirement
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Dwellings In Collinsville*
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1 space per dwelling unit
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Dwellings (all other districts)
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1 space per studio or 1 bedroom dwelling unit/2 spaces per 2
bedroom or larger dwelling unit
|
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Bed-and-breakfast
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1 space for each guest sleeping room
|
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Theaters/place of public assembly/churches
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1 space for every 4 seats in portion of building used for services
or assembly (calculated based on the maximum occupancy set by the
Fire Marshal)
|
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Retail stores
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1 space for every 300 square feet of retail floor area
|
|
Offices
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1 space for every 500 square feet of gross floor area
|
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Industrial building/warehouse
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1 space for every 2,000 square feet 2 employees
|
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Basement storage or utility areas
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0 parking spaces
|
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Day care (Ex. family day care)
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1 space per 4 children at maximum capacity
|
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Personal service use
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6 spaces for every 1,000 square feet of gross floor area
|
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Automobile sales and repair
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3 per service bay and 1 for every 2 employees
|
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Veterinary hospitals
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2 spaces for every 1,000 square feet of gross floor area
|
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Motels/hotels
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1 per guest room plus 1 for every 2 employees plus additional
spaces as required for accessory uses
|
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Recreation and amusement uses/health clubs/gyms
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1 for every 4 seats or 5 per 1,000 square feet of gross floor
area, as determined by the Commission
|
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Nursing home
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1 space for every 10,000 square feet of gross floor area
|
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Self-storage
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1 space for every 10,000 square feet of gross floor area
|
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Home-based business, minor or major
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2 per dwelling unit plus 1 per nonresident employee
|
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Class I restaurant
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10 per 1,000 square feet of gross floor area
|
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Class II and Class III restaurants
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1 per every 4 seats plus an additional 10 per every 1,000 of
square feet of gross floor area. The additional 10 spaces per 1,000
square feet requirement may be temporarily or permanently deferred
in whole or in part by the Commission upon a finding that additional
parking is not needed. (calculated based on the maximum occupancy
set by the Fire Marshal)
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Other uses
|
Sufficient off-street parking spaces to accommodate the automobiles
of all employees, customers, patrons, visitors and other persons reasonably
anticipated to be on the premises at any one time
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NOTES:
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*
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R-1, Collinsville Business Overlay District and Collinsville
Design Village District
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(5)
Fractional calculations. When the computation of required parking
spaces results in a fraction of a space the required number of spaces
shall be decreased to the next whole number.
(6)
Parking shared between properties. The owners of two or more
separate properties may establish a joint parking area to provide
the total number of required parking spaces, provided that perpetual
easements allowing shared parking and ingress and egress are approved
by the Town Attorney and filed in the Canton land records.
(8)
Multiple uses. Except as may be provided in these regulations,
the required number of parking spaces for a building or lot containing
multiple uses or shared parking arrangements shall be determined by
adding the required parking spaces for each use.
(9)
Potential permanent reduction. The Commission may reduce the
cumulative number of required parking spaces within a development
or adjacent properties containing more than one use provided the Commission
finds one or more of the following:
(a)
Differences in peak parking demands among uses result in a lower
net peak parking demand;
(b)
Synergistic relationships among uses allow patrons to park once
while accessing multiple locations or allow for multiple purpose trips
to occur within the development;
(c)
The development is likely to generate bus, bicycle or pedestrian
trips and accommodations have been made to support these alternative
forms of transportation; and
(d)
Support and promote safe and convenient pedestrian and bicycle
movements within and adjacent to the lot being developed.
(10)
Potential deferral of installation. The foregoing parking requirements
may be modified by the Zoning Commission only after a finding that
the parking spaces shown on the site development plan conform to the
parking requirements, but the complete installation of all spaces
is not required immediately. If the Commission makes such a finding,
construction of such parking spaces may be deferred, provided that
the stormwater management system is designed to handle the deferred
parking pavement. The stormwater management system for the deferred
parking areas shall be installed at the time of initial lot development.
The Commission may require the full installation of required parking
if the installed parking is not sufficient.
D.
Parking area design standards.
(1)
Configuration. Parking stalls and driveways shall be of appropriate
shape, vertical clearance, access and slope to accommodate one automobile
and shall conform to the following standards.
(a)
Spaces for Nonhandicapped persons:
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Table 470-702D
Parking Area Dimensions
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A.
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Parking angle
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0°
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30°
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45°
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60°
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90°
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B.
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Curb length (feet)
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23
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16 feet 6 inches
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12 feet 9 inches
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10 feet 5 inches
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9
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C.
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Stall depth (feet)
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9
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18
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19
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19
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18
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D.
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Driveway width: one-way (feet)
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14
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12
|
13
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18
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20
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- Two-way (feet)
|
20
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20
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20
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20
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24
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E.
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Parking space width (feet)
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9
|
9
|
9
|
9
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9
|
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F.
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Parking space length (feet)
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23
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18
|
18
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18
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18
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Diagram 470-702D(1) - Parking Area Diagram
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(b)
Spaces for handicapped persons. Parking spaces designated for
handicapped accessibility shall be required in accordance with C.G.S.
§ 14-253a and the "The Connecticut State Building Code,"
§ 29-352, as may be amended from time to time.
(c)
Notwithstanding the above dimensional standards, each off-street
parking space shall be provided with adequate area for maneuvering
of an automobile for access and egress to and from the space without
need to use any part of any street right-of-way.
(d)
Dead-end parking bays longer than 25 feet in length, without
a means of turning automobiles around, are prohibited.
(2)
Construction.
(a)
All off-street parking and loading spaces shall be suitably
improved, graded, stabilized and maintained so as to cause no nuisance
or danger from dust or from stormwater flow onto any street or other
lot.
(b)
Paved parking areas shall be constructed in accordance with
the following construction detail:
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Diagram 470-702D(2) - Pavement Section
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(c)
The Commission may approve, and encourages the use of, porous
pavement, porous pavers and other permeable hard surfaces to meet
part of any required parking spaces on a lot, provided there are no
overriding environmental limitations.
(3)
Location.
(a)
No parking area or vehicle access which serves a use in any
business district shall be permitted on a lot in a residential district.
(b)
Except within the Collinsville Business Overlay District, no
parking space shall be allowed within 10 feet of any lot line, except
where the Commission has approved shared parking between adjacent
lots.
(c)
No parking space shall be located with direct access to any
driveway leading to and from a public street in the general area where
traffic is anticipated to queue. A minimum queuing area of 20 feet
shall be provided on all access driveways to accommodate queuing.
[Diagram 470-702D(3)]
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Diagram 470-702D(3) - Access Driveway Design Minimum Queuing
Area
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(d)
To reduce the mass of parking lots in front of buildings and
bring buildings forward, at least 75% of parking should be provided
behind the building line.
(4)
Access drives.
(a)
Points of entrance and exit for driveways onto any street shall
be located so as to not create hazards to pedestrian, cyclists, and
motor vehicular traffic in the street.
(b)
Except for driveways permitting only right turns into and out
of the site, access driveways shall, insofar as practical, align with
existing opposing streets or commercial driveways.
(c)
Driveways to the street from any business district (excluding
the Collinsville Business Overlay) or design district shall be a minimum
of 20 feet wide and a maximum of 24 feet wide (except to accommodate
a landscaped center island to separate traffic). This requirement
may be modified if additional width is required by the Connecticut
Department of Transportation or the Office of the State Traffic Administration.
(5)
Access management.
(a)
The Commission shall not approve any site plan unless it has
determined that in the best interest of public safety, and/or to promote
orderly development, the applicant has made reasonable efforts to:
[1]
Reduce curb cuts and provide shared access with an abutting
lot;
[2]
Establish lot inter-connections using internal driveways and
walkways;
[3]
Locate turning movements to the most appropriate locations;
[4]
Separate driveways from nearby intersections; and
[5]
Provide more than one means of access, ingress and/or egress.
(b)
For any zoning permit any use, change in use, or zone map change
application, and site plan which would require a cut or modification
in the curb line of a state route, the applicant shall seek consultation
with District 4 of the Connecticut Department of Transportation.
(6)
Signage and pavement markings.
(a)
Any traffic control signage shall conform to the "Manual of
Uniform Traffic Control Devices," "Standard Alphabets for Highway
Signs and Pavement Markings," CT DOT 814A, and the Connecticut Building
Code, as may be amended from time to time.
(b)
Crosswalks, directional arrows, fire lanes, parking spaces (excluding
parking for single-family dwellings) and other pavement features shall
be marked on the pavement and supplemented by signs as determined
necessary by the Traffic Authority and/or Town Planner.
(c)
Pavement markings shall be adequately maintained by the lot
owner.
(7)
Cart corrals. Whenever shopping carts are provided, the Commission
may require that shopping cart corrals be provided and that such corrals
be accessible from every parking bay serving the establishment. Shopping
cart corrals may contain canopies and/or signs to indicate their location
above the roofs of automobiles but neither may contain any corporate
logo, name, or slogan. The owner or tenant shall be responsible for
retrieving abandoned shopping carts taken from the premises.
(8)
Snow storage. To maintain the availability of the maximum number
of parking spaces, areas shall be designated outside of the paved
parking lot for the substantial collection and storage of snow. These
areas shall be depicted on the site development plan. Stockpiling
of snow shall be allowed within the parking lot islands as long as
it does not impede the vision of motorists or pedestrians.
(9)
Wheel stops. Pre-cast concrete wheel stops may be utilized in
areas where pedestrian routes are adjacent to parked automobiles to
limit the amount of automobile overhang.
(10)
Landscaping. Landscaping is required for all parking and driveway areas in accordance with § 470-701.
(11)
Maintenance. Off-street parking shall be maintained by the property
owner as long as the use or structure exists for which the parking
is designed to serve.
(12)
Installation. Complete installation and marking of required parking spaces and pavement markings (except those that are deferred or waived) shall be properly installed in accordance with the approved plans prior to the issuance of a certificate of zoning compliance per § 470-908C(4).
(13)
Curbing. All off-street parking areas shall have a suitable
curb of stone, poured-in-place or pre-cast concrete.
E.
Loading spaces.
(1)
Number of spaces. Except in the Collinsville Business Overlay,
off-street loading spaces shall be provided and permanently maintained
on the same lot in such number and location specified as follows:
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Table 470-702E
Loading Space Requirements
| ||
|---|---|---|
|
Use
|
Minimum Loading Requirement
| |
|
Retail store, wholesale house, warehouse industrial building,
or additions thereto (exclusive of basements)
|
0 to 39,999 square feet
|
The Commission may require designated loading spaces of such
dimension, number and location within a parking lot, necessary to
support such establishments without impeding the use of parking spaces,
driveways or fire lanes
|
|
Over 40,000 square feet
|
More than one space may be required by the Commission
| |
|
Other uses
|
Sufficient off-street loading spaces as determined by the Commission
based on the size and nature of the proposed use
| |
(2)
Dimensions. Each loading space shall have a vertical clearance
of 15 feet and a width of 10 feet and a length of 60 feet.
(3)
Access. Access to such off-street loading space(s) shall be
from a private driveway.
(4)
Except in the Collinsville Business Overlay, no off-street loading
space and no truck loading bay, ramp or dock shall be designed or
arranged in a manner that trucks must use any part of a public street
right-of-way for maneuvering, or for loading and unloading.
(5)
Loading/unloading spaces visible from a public street or adjacent
property shall be screened with masonry walls or fencing or landscaping
to minimize visual impact. Lighting shall be directed into the service
area from the periphery and not directed toward the street and/or
adjacent property.
(6)
Required signage. Signs prohibiting staging, loading, or idling
of commercial vehicles between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
and the three-minute limitation on idling at other times contained
in C.G.S. § 22a-174-18(b)(3)(C) must be posted every 100
feet adjacent to the service area.
(7)
Modification. The number of required loading spaces may be waived
or modified by the Commission, if the Commission finds that the proposed
use does not require the number of loading spaces specified above.
A.
Purpose. It is the purpose and intent of this section to:
(1)
Accommodate the establishment of signs necessary for identification,
direction and reasonable commercial promotion while providing minimum
standards to preserve the character of Canton by regulating the size,
height, location and lighting of signs;
(2)
Provide a reasonable and comprehensive system of sign controls
to provide for fair and equal treatment of all sign users;
(3)
Protect the Town's character by avoiding clutter, while recognizing
the need for signs as a major form of communication;
(4)
Encourage signs that are well designed and pleasing in appearance
with good design relationship and materials location;
(5)
Encourage signs that are well designed with safe and appropriate
spacing and location;
(6)
Promote public safety by providing that official traffic regulating
devises be easily visible and free from nearby visual obstructions;
and
(7)
Protect the residential, commercial, industrial, and recreational
character of each district.
B.
Applicability.
(1)
No sign shall be established, constructed, reconstructed enlarged,
extended, moved or structurally altered except in conformity with
these regulations and until a sign permit, if required by this section,
has been issued.
(2)
For any sign serving a use that was subject to a special permit,
a modification of the special permit shall be required if the Zoning
Enforcement Officer determines that a proposed change in size, shape,
color, material, lighting or location significantly alters the character
of the sign.
(3)
The following signs are expressly prohibited:
(a)
Any sign not expressly permitted;
(b)
Flashing signs, rotating and animated signs;
(c)
Moving signs;
(d)
Any motion-producing (dynamic) elements or features of any sign,
except for wind induced flutter of awnings;
(e)
Signs capable of changing image using electronic control;
(f)
Signs with display screens using LED, LCD, plasma, or functionally
equivalent technology;
(g)
Signs capable of slide show or series of stills, or full motion
or a combination thereof;
(h)
Sky signs;
(i)
Any sign with an exposed source of illumination;
(j)
Any wall-mounted sign lacking fabricated individual letters;
unless the sign is an approved promotional wall sign;
(k)
Any sign with translucent cabinet faces enclosing any "light
cabinet" (excepting individual letters);
(l)
Signs with painted-on letters or sheet or film applied letters,
except for temporary signs, open and closed signs, awning signs, and
menu board signs;
(m)
Off-premises signs (billboards);
(n)
Streamers, and banners.
C.
Standards - signs in residence districts.
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Table 470-703C
Signs in Residence Districts
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Maximum Sign Area
(square feet)
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Sign Permit Required?
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(1) Identification Signs
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(a)
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For a private residence, one or more signs designating the name
of the resident(s) and/or the street number.
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2 total
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No
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(b)
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For a lot with a permitted home-based business, one sign designating
the name of the business and/or the street number
|
4 total
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No
|
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(c)
|
One sign to identify the location of a farm as defined in these
regulations
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9 total
|
No
|
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(d)
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One temporary freestanding or attached sign on a farm, farm
stand, or agriculturally related use
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16 total
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No
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(e)
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One seasonal agricultural sign per 200 feet of frontage on a
public right-of-way is allowed for farms, farm stands and agriculturally
related uses up to a total of 4 signs (If 4, 4 square feet for each,
2, 8 square feet for each, if 1 16 square feet)
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4 each
16 total
|
No
|
|
(f)
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Off-site directional signage approved by the State Department
of Agriculture for the Agricultural Direction Signage Program for
an agricultural trade or business
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4 each
|
No
|
|
(g)
|
Signs accessory to a special permit use may be permitted by
the Commission as part of the special permit approval
|
32 total
|
Yes
|
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(h)
|
On-site directional signage (per the Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices) to guide traffic flow with no commercial purpose
|
As per the MUTCD
|
No
|
|
(i)
|
Bulletin board/message board signs on the premises of churches,
schools, parks, and similar uses (institutional)
|
20
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No
|
|
(j)
|
Governmental signs that identify government buildings such as
schools, fire and police stations shall be regulated in the same manner
as business identification signs
|
24 total
|
Yes
|
|
(2) Temporary Signs
| |||
|
(a)
|
One real estate sign advertising the sale or lease of the premises
on which the sign is located, and to be removed within 3 days of the
closing of the sale of the premises or within 3 days of the execution
of a lease
|
6
|
No
|
|
(b)
|
One sign relative to construction of an approved special permit
use which must be removed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy
|
6
|
Yes
|
|
(c)
|
One real estate sign advertising a real estate development on
the premises, permitted for a period not to exceed 6 months, and renewable
for subsequent 6-month periods, upon application to the Zoning Enforcement
Officer
|
32
|
Yes
|
|
(d)
|
One or more signs noticing a public hearing associated with
an application before the Town of Canton
|
Sign From ZEO
|
No
|
|
(e)
|
Construction signs for project identification to be removed
within 30 days of the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or substantial
project completion if a certificate of occupancy is not required
|
32
|
Yes
|
|
(f)
|
Real estate "open house" signs for a period not to exceed 48
hours prior to the close of the open house and to be removed immediately
thereafter
|
6
|
No
|
|
(h)
|
Public interest signs which are temporary ground signs that
advertises household sales, civic, and philanthropic events, and shall
be anchored by weights or staked to the ground and must not obstruct
sidewalks or the view of traffic
|
12
|
No
|
|
(h)
|
Political signs
|
No
| |
D.
Standards - signs in business and industrial districts.
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Table 470-703D
Signs In Business and Industrial Districts
| ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Maximum Sign Area
|
Sign Permit Required?
| |||||||
|
(1) Identification Signs
| ||||||||
|
(a)
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Any identification sign permitted in the residence districts
|
As per residence district
|
As per residence district
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(b)
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Attached or wall identification signs (one per occupant): (building
frontage shall be measured along the side of the building on which
the signage is to be located)
|
See table below
|
Yes
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|
Buildings located
| |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Less than 150 feet from the street
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From 150 to 250 feet from the street
|
More than 250 feet from the street
| |||||||
|
[1]
|
For a single-occupant building
|
1 square feet per linear foot of building frontage
|
1 square feet per linear foot of building frontage
|
1 square feet per linear foot of building frontage
| |||||
|
Total building signage shall not exceed 50 square feet
|
Total building signage shall not exceed 75 square feet
|
Total building signage shall not exceed 100 square feet
| |||||||
|
[2]
|
For a multiple-occupant building and for each occupant of such
building
|
1.0 square feet per linear foot of building frontage occupied
by the business
|
1.5 square feet per linear foot of building frontage occupied
by the business
|
2 square feet per linear foot of building frontage occupied
by the business
| |||||
|
Signage for any single occupant shall not exceed 24 square feet
|
Signage for any single occupant shall not exceed 36 square feet
|
Signage for any single occupant shall not exceed 48 square feet
| |||||||
|
Total building signage shall not exceed 1 square feet per linear
foot of building frontage
|
Total building signage shall not exceed 1.5 square feet per
linear foot of building frontage
|
Total building signage shall not exceed 2 square feet per linear
foot of building frontage
| |||||||
|
Maximum Sign Area
(square feet)
|
Sign Permit Required?
| ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
(c)
|
Occupants with more than one exterior wall may utilize multiple
wall signs, provided:
| ||||||||
|
[1]
|
Each occupant shall have no more than one wall sign per building
elevation facing the street and the total area of all wall signs for
any occupant or for the building as a whole shall not exceed the total
allowed sign area as calculated above; or
|
See table above
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
[2]
|
On a corner of 2 streets, an occupant may have a sign on each
elevation provided that the total signage to be allowed shall not
be more than 150% of the maximum size allowed by any one of the building
sides. No one sign shall be greater than 100% of the maximum size
allowed on any one elevation (no stacking of signage area)
| ||||||||
|
(d)
|
Underneath a covered walkway in a multiple-tenant building,
one perpendicular identification sign per occupant with frontage on
the walkway provided the sign has a minimum of 8 feet of ground clearance
(arcade signs)
|
4 square feet
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
(e)
|
Occupants may apply to the Commission for one promotional wall
sign per building advertising a special sale, promotion, or other
important business events, which shall consist of a frame or box encompassing
such promotional signage, the contents of which may be changed regularly
without the issuance of a sign permit
|
24 square feet
|
No
| ||||||
|
(f)
|
One ground identification sign per lot (including model, promotional model ground, and multitenant directory signs) in a location approved by the ZEO (as a minor modification to a site development plan in accordance with § 470-901F), provided that:
|
As detailed in Appendix 4.
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
[1]
|
The design, layout, style and size (height, width and area) shall be in substantial conformance with one of the standard model signs in Appendix Article 4. The ZEO may refer proposed signs to the Commission for approval
| ||||||||
|
[2]
|
For a sign located on a berm, the height of the sign may be
measured from the top of the sign face to ground level at the base
of the berm or at the original existing grade
| ||||||||
|
[3]
|
Signs may only advertise the business(es):
| ||||||||
|
[a]
|
Conducted on the lot where the sign is located, or
| ||||||||
|
[b]
|
Accessed from the driveway or point of access
| ||||||||
|
(g)
|
One off-site promotional ground sign when the placement of the
sign has been authorized by the owner of the land on which the sign
is to be located (including the Town of Canton or State of Connecticut
if located within the public right-of-way)
|
As detailed in Appendix 4
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
(h)
|
Additional ground signs or ground signs not in substantial conformance with the standard model signs in Appendix Article 4 may be approved by the Commission as a special permit
|
As approved by PZC
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
(i)
|
Any sign projecting over a pedestrian or vehicular travel way
|
As approved by PZC
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
(j)
|
Vehicle sign(s) as a special permit approved by the Commission
|
As approved by PZC
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
(k)
|
One bulletin board/message board sign per lot in place of a
promotional model ground sign
|
32
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
(l)
|
One menu board sign for restaurants, drive-through facilities
and other similar uses per lot
|
32
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
(m)
|
Incidental signs, including credit-card symbol signs and similar
messages that are typically posted at the entrance of a business
|
10% of window area
|
No
| ||||||
|
(n)
|
Open/closed signs or flags
|
6 (sign)
18 (flag)
|
No
| ||||||
|
(o)
|
Open/closed signs or flags within the Collinsville Business
District Overlay
|
3 (sign)
6 (flag)
|
No
| ||||||
|
(p)
|
Directional signs which are shown on an approved site plan
|
As approved by PZC
|
No
| ||||||
|
(q)
|
On-site directional signage (per the Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices) to guide traffic flow
|
As approved by PZC
|
No
| ||||||
|
(r)
|
Awnings signs, provided that:
| ||||||||
|
[1]
|
Transparent or translucent materials are not permitted;
| ||||||||
|
[2]
|
Internal illumination of awnings is not permitted;
| ||||||||
|
[3]
|
The front vertical face of any awning shall not exceed 12 inches
in height. The front vertical face of any awning may contain the name
of the business in letters not to exceed 9 inches in height nor more
than 2 colors; and
|
See text.
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
[4]
|
The sloped face of any awning may include up to 2 colors without
sign graphics and/or text
| ||||||||
|
(s)
|
Roof signs, as an alternative to a wall sign, limited only to
a location on a building for which a wall sign is physically unfeasible
|
See table above for wall signs
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
(2) Temporary Signs
| |||||||||
|
(a)
|
Any temporary sign allowed in a residence district
| ||||||||
|
(b)
|
One sign located on the lot of a building under construction
which must be removed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy
|
24
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
(c)
|
Signs temporarily affixed to, on, or hangs immediately behind
a window or door announcing sales or special features provided they
do not exceed 50% of the area of said window and/or door. Such signage
shall not exceed an additional 25% of the allowable square footage
based upon the building frontage
|
See text.
|
No
| ||||||
|
(d)
|
Up to 4 signs Town-wide, advertising a new business or special
promotional event, provided that:
| ||||||||
|
[1]
|
Notice is provided to the ZEO prior to the posting of such sign;
| ||||||||
|
[2]
|
There is no more than one sign per lot;
| ||||||||
|
[3]
|
The sign is located on the lot containing such business or event
being promoted;
|
8 per sign
|
No
| ||||||
|
[4]
|
The sign design and locational parameters are approved by the
Commission, and
| ||||||||
|
[5]
|
No sign shall be posted for the same business for more than
30 consecutive days
| ||||||||
|
(See Appendix Article 4 - Welcome New Business Model Ground Sign for an example)
| |||||||||
|
(e)
|
Up to 4 signs specific to the Collinsville Business Overlay
District, no more than one per property, advertising a new business
or special promotional event provided that such signage complies with
§ 470-703D(2)(d)[1] through [5]
|
8 per sign
|
No
| ||||||
|
(f)
|
One temporary freestanding sign per business advertising a special
sale, promotion, or other important business events shall be permitted
4 times per calendar year under the following conditions:
| ||||||||
|
[1]
|
A sign permit is issued by the ZEO which clearly states the
size and location of the sign(s), must be completed and signed by
the applicant;
| ||||||||
|
[2]
|
Such sign shall not be more than 4 feet in total height;
| ||||||||
|
[3]
|
Permits shall be issued in 14-day increments;
| ||||||||
|
[4]
|
No sign shall be placed within the right-of-way of any Town
or state road nor obstruct the sign line of any intersection;
|
12 per sign
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
[5]
|
Such sign shall be placed on the property on which the business
is located;
| ||||||||
|
[6]
|
In the case of plazas with multiple tenants, portable signs
shall be permitted adjacent to the store where the business is located,
and shall not be placed along the front of the property;
| ||||||||
|
[7]
|
All signs must be in good repair, and have a professional appearance
and shall consist of a "sandwich" or "A-frame" sign made of wood or
other solid durable construction as approved by the ZEO; and
| ||||||||
|
[8]
|
No sign allowed under this subsection shall be within 150 feet
of another sign allowed under this subsection
| ||||||||
|
(g)
|
One sign to promote grand opening events provided that such
signage:
| ||||||||
|
[1]
|
Shall not exceed 4 feet in height;
| ||||||||
|
[2]
|
Shall be installed for no more than 30 days;
| ||||||||
|
[3]
|
No sign shall be placed in a Town or state right-of-way;
|
12 per sign
|
Yes
| ||||||
|
[4]
|
Such sign shall not block traffic visibility, or be located
within 150 feet of another similar sign;
| ||||||||
|
[5]
|
A diagram of the sign, showing height, size and location shall
be submitted to the ZEO as part of the sign permit
| ||||||||
|
(h)
|
One temporary promotional model wall sign in a location approved
by the ZEO provided such signage complies with the standards of § 470-703D(2)(f)[1]
through [8]
|
12 per sign
|
Yes
| ||||||
E.
Sign measurement.
(1)
The area of any sign shall be the entire area encompassed by
the perimeter of the sign consisting of the best fit of not more than
five rectangles, triangles or circles.
(2)
All dimensions for signs shall be based on measurements to the
outside edge of the sign excluding any structure necessary to support
the sign.
(3)
Any sign may be double facing, and when a sign is attached to
the ground, only one face shall be counted in determining conformity
to sign area limitations, provided that the interior angle of the
sign is 30° or less, and the distance between faces does not exceed
18 inches.
(4)
The depth of a sign may be calculated as part of the sign area
if considered to be an integral part of the sign message. The area
of a three-dimensional sign shall be the sum of all sides or sign
faces divided by two.
|
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F.
General sign standards.
(1)
Sign location.
(a)
Except as may be otherwise provided in these regulations, all
signs shall be located on the property to which they pertain.
(b)
No sign shall be painted, drawn, or otherwise established directly
upon the surface of any building unless a special permit is approved
by the Commission.
(c)
Ground signs shall not be located less than 15 feet from the
paved portion of a street unless they are wall signs attached directly
to a building or otherwise approved by the Commission.
[1]
For buildings located closer than 15 feet from the paved portion
of a street, perpendicular wall signs of no more than 24 square feet
may be substituted for the ground sign.
(d)
Signs or associated plantings shall be located and maintained so that they will not cause danger to traffic on a street by obscuring the sight line. Signage shall comply with the standards of § 470-708.
(e)
Wall signs shall be located on the elevation of the building
which corresponds to the activity to which they pertain, or the location
of the primary entrance.
(2)
Sign design.
(a)
All letters used on signs shall be fabricated to have a measurable
dimensional thickness of no less than 1/4 inch. Painted-on letters
of sheet or film applied letters are not permitted except for temporary
signs, open and closed signs, awning signs, and menu board signs.
(b)
All signs shall be professionally made or have a professional
appearance.
(c)
Sign letters, backgrounds, cabinets, light sources and all materials
and hardware shall be durable and suitable for exterior use.
(d)
Signs shall be made of wood, metal, glass, brick, concrete,
stone, or plastic.
(e)
All signs shall be firmly and safely mounted.
(f)
All tenant signs shall be fully integrated into the design of
the storefront or building area.
(3)
Sign construction and safety.
(a)
Signs shall be constructed of good material, firmly supported
and maintained in good condition. All signs must comply with the Connecticut
State Building Code.
(b)
Signs which may become unsafe or in disrepair in the opinion
of the Commission shall, upon notice from the ZEO, be repaired or
removed by the owner or lessee of the property on which such signs
stands within one month of such notice).
(c)
No red or green neon signs shall be located within 200 feet
of a traffic signal.
(4)
Sign lighting.
(a)
Signs may be illuminated until 11:00 p.m. or until the time
the activity referred to on the sign closes, whichever is later, at
which time the illumination shall cease.
(c)
The light source (bulb) of light fixtures shall not be directly
visible from adjacent streets or properties.
(d)
Light shall not spill from the sign beyond the space occupied
by the surface upon which it is mounted.
(e)
All ground-mounted fixtures shall be screened by bushes or other
appropriate means; all fixtures mounted on the sign itself shall blend
in with the background color of the sign or its surrounding as deemed
appropriate for the site.
(f)
The average level of illumination (for externally illuminated
signs) on the vertical surface of the sign shall not exceed 3.0 footcandles.
(g)
Internally illuminated signs shall consist of:
[1]
Individual letters that are surface-mounted onto a building
wall, or ground sign or that is pin-mounted to or bracketed off of
the face of the wall; or
[2]
A sign box or light cabinet that has individual letters mounted
on the sign box face surface, or that has "push-through" letters projecting
through the light cabinet face surface. The sign box or light cabinet
may be surface-mounted onto, recessed into, or bracket-mounted in
front of the face of the building or may be bracketed-mounted below
the arcade or roof overhang, or may be constructed as part of a ground
sign.
(h)
Internally illuminated signs are only permitted where:
[1]
The face and all other exposed surfaces of the sign box or light
cabinet are constructed of opaque materials;
[2]
The source of illumination is not visible;
[3]
The internal illumination is in the form of:
[a]
"Halo-lit" letters using a light source fully contained
within the "channel" constructed letters having opaque faces and sides.
To allow illumination of the background surface that silhouettes the
letters these letters are pin-mounted or bracketed off the wall surface
of face of the sign box or ground sign;
[b]
"Channel" letters using a light source fully contained
with the "channel" constructed letters having a translucent face and
opaque sides. Alternatively the letters may have an opaque face and
translucent sides. No part of the letter may be open or transparent.
Channel letters may be surface-mounted or pin-mounted or bracketed
off the wall surface of the face of the sign box or ground sign;
[c]
"Push-through" letters are translucent acrylic
plastic letters inserted through the opaque face of a light cabinet;
the face of the letters may be opaque or translucent. The fully contained
light source within the light cabinet causes the translucent letters
to glow and illuminated the face of the light box.
(5)
Sign height.
(a)
Except as may be authorized by the Commission, no detached sign
shall exceed 10 feet in height from existing grade [see Diagram 470-703F(1)].
(b)
For a sign located on a berm, the height of the sign shall be
measured from the top of the sign face to ground level at the base
of the berm or at the original existing grade.
|
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(6)
Discontinued and nonconforming signs.
(a)
Signs shall be removed when the purpose for which they were
erected no longer exists.
(b)
Signs which are no longer functional or have been abandoned
shall be removed or relocated by the owner or lessee of the property
on which such signs stand within one month following such designation
by the ZEO.
(c)
The replacement of a nonconforming sign shall be in accordance
with these regulations.
(d)
A nonconforming sign may be repaired or altered provided that
the cost of such repairs or alterations does not exceed 25% of the
replacement costs of the sign.
(e)
A zoning permit is required for any repairs or alterations.
(7)
Other standards.
(a)
Landscape features that include a road name or street number
may be approved by the Commission as part of an overall site plan
in addition to permitted signage, provided:
(8)
Exceptions.
(a)
Any sign not conforming to the standards of this section (§ 470-703) may be acted on by the Commission as a special permit application;
(b)
Graphic banners without text;
(c)
Seasonal decorative signage;
(d)
Historic memorials;
(e)
Any sign necessary for the safe functioning of driveways and
parking areas, excluding directional signs.
G.
Coordinated sign theme standards.
(1)
Effect of sign theme. The Commission may, by special permit, approve a coordinated sign design theme for a defined area (such as the Collinsville Business Overlay) or for a parcel with multiple buildings or occupants and, in so doing, the Commission may modify any of the sign requirements of § 470-703, provided that:
(a)
Design of all signs shall be compatible with the design of the
building(s) to which it relates,
(b)
Such coordinated sign design theme shall address lighting, materials,
color, information, size, shape and location, and
(c)
All signs shall adhere to the standards specified in the coordinated
sign design theme.
(2)
Design standards. The design of the coordinated sign theme (including
materials, illumination and hardware) shall be subject to the following
additional standards:
(a)
Design and construction.
[1]
All letters used on signs shall be dimensional.
[2]
All signs shall be professionally made.
[3]
Sign letters, backgrounds, cabinets, light sources and all materials
and hardware shall be durable and suitable for exterior use.
[4]
Design of all signs shall be compatible with the design of the
building to which it is to be attached.
[5]
Signs shall be made of wood, metal, glass, or plastic.
[6]
All signs shall be firmly and safely mounted.
[7]
All tenant signs shall be fully integrated into the design of
the storefront or building area.
[8]
Signs may be permitted to be attached to or placed inside a
tenant's storefront and/or on the glass that is part of a storefront
or hung from the ceiling or attached in any manner on the glass which
are able to be partially read from outside the building.
(b)
Lighting.
[1]
No light sources shall be directly visible from the outside
of the building.
[2]
Light shall not spill from the sign beyond the space occupied
by the surface upon which it is mounted;
[3]
Wall signs shall have the light source incorporated into the
sign structure or concealed by an architectural feature, except identification
wall signs may be internally illuminated.
[4]
Ground signs shall have either the light source incorporated
into the sign structure or concealed by landscaping.
[5]
All lighting for signs other than the types of signs that are
permitted to be internally illuminated, shall be lit by soft lighting
directed toward the sign with little or no spillover.
[6]
The light source (bulb) of light fixtures shall not be directly
visible from adjacent streets or properties.
[7]
Indirectly illuminated lighting shall be a consistent intensity
for each sign throughout the site.
(c)
Materials.
[1]
Materials used to create signage shall be consistent and complementary
to the general architecture of the site or proposed area.
[2]
Signage materials shall be consistent between individual tenants
throughout the site.
[3]
Materials used for signage and supports for signage shall include
stone, metal, hardyplank or stained and painted wood.
(d)
Colors.
[1]
Colors of signage shall be consistent with and complementary
to the general color scheme for the buildings within the site or proposed
area.
[2]
Generally darker color hues shall be used for the background
of the signs.
[3]
Complementary contrasting color hues shall be used for the lettering
of the signs.
[4]
A third color hue may be used for emphasis (i.e., borders, motifs,
shadowing, etc.) of the signs.
[5]
Excessively bright, glaring, or vibrating color hues and schemes
shall not be permitted within the site.
(e)
(f)
Size.
[1]
The size of a sign shall be considered the total of the smallest
square, rectangle or triangle that encompasses all lettering, wording,
design or symbols, together with any background that is intended as
an integral part of and obviously related to the sign [Diagram 470-703E(1)].
[2]
For the purposes of this Subsection G, building frontage shall be measured along the side of the building facing the public right-of-way. Where the building is not oriented towards the street, the measurement of the wall of the building containing the front entrance of the establishment shall be used.
[3]
Size of specific types of signs shall meet the standards listed below. Only the types identified in this section (§ 470-703B) are permitted.
[4]
Wall signs shall be limited to 1.5 square feet per lineal foot
of building frontage for signs located 250 feet or less of the right-of-way
to which they front.
[5]
Wall signs shall be limited to two square feet per lineal foot
of the building frontage for signs located more than 250 feet from
the right-of-way to which they front.
[6]
No wall sign shall exceed 300 square feet in size.
[7]
In a multi-tenant building of 10,000 square feet, or larger, each tenant is permitted to have one wall sign on the building elevation of such tenants primary entrance, provided that the wall sign meets the standards of § 470-703G(2)(c) or (d). Any tenant that has a second building elevation may be permitted an additional wall sign of up to 36 square feet in size.
[8]
A "tag-line to a wall sign" may be up to 1 1/2 feet, but
no more than 40% of the height of the wall sign and may not exceed
the length of the wall sign.
[9]
Identification reinforcement window decal signs may be placed
in the lower 1/3 of the window area of windows facing the right-of-way
to which the building fronts) if the window sizes are the same as
the windows at the entrance to the tenant's space.
(g)
Location.
[1]
Signs shall be located in relationship to the use for which
they are erected and so as not to confuse, distract, mislead or obstruct
vision necessary for traffic and pedestrian safety.
[2]
Ground signs shall not exceed 15 feet in height as measured
from the top of the sign face to the existing grade.
[3]
No wall sign or attached sign shall project more than 12 inches
from the face of the structure.
[4]
Signage on a building, wherever possible, shall be located within
the architectural sign band, the fascia, or other areas on the building
reserved for signage. No sign, or portion thereof, attached to a building
shall project above the exterior wall of said building.
(h)
Types of signs.
[1]
Wall signs shall be considered the primary sign for each tenant. Attached wall signs that meet the standards of § 470-703G(2)(f) are permitted.
[2]
One ground sign per site (development) is permitted. The ground
sign may include up to three store names and the name of the development.
[3]
A "tag-line to wall sign" is permitted when it clarifies the
tenant's offerings and is located immediately adjacent to the primary
sign.
(i)
Method of construction of tenant signs:
[1]
Signs may consist of:
[a]
Individual letters that are surface-mounted onto
the building wall, or are pin-mounted to or bracketed off the face
of the wall; or
[b]
A sign box or light cabinet that has individual
letters mounted on the sign box face surface, or that has "push-through"
letters projecting through the light cabinet face surface. The sign
box or light cabinet may be surface-mounted onto, recessed into, or
bracket-mounted in front of the face of the building, or may be bracket-mounted
below the arcade or roof overhang.
[2]
All letters used on signs shall be fabricated to have a measurable
dimensional thickness. Painted-on letters, or sheet or film applied
letters are not permitted.
[3]
Internally illuminated signs are only permitted where:
(3)
Individual sign approval process.
(a)
Any sign proposed as a part of a Commission-approved coordinated
sign theme shall require a sign permit and shall not be modified except
in accordance with the coordinated sign theme process.
(b)
All applications for a sign permit shall include the following
information:
[1]
A full color drawing, to scale, of the sign, showing the dimensions
of the sign;
[2]
A site plan and/or architectural drawing showing the location(s)
of the sign(s) on the building;
[3]
Description of the materials of which the sign is made and colors
to be used;
[4]
Description of all sign lighting, including without limitation
the intensity of lighting described in footcandles; and
[5]
The required sign permit fee.
(c)
Applications for all signs that conform to these sign design
and placement standards may be approved by the Zoning Enforcement
Officer (ZEO).
(d)
It is the responsibility of the individual tenants to obtain
all necessary permits prior to the installation of any and all tenant
signs. It is the responsibility of the landlord to obtain all necessary
permits prior to the installation of any and all landlord and common
sign areas.
A.
Purpose. These regulations are intended to provide specific standards
for lighting in order to maximize the effectiveness of site lighting,
to enhance public safety and welfare, to raise public awareness of
energy conservation, to avoid unnecessary upward illumination, indirect
lighting and illumination of adjacent properties, and to reduce glare.
B.
Applicability.
(1)
Except as herein provided, these regulations shall apply to
any outdoor lighting fixtures installed, modified, refurbished, repaired
or serviced within the Town of Canton.
(2)
All businesses, and community roadways, sidewalks and Town property
luminaires should be planned and installed with the idea of being
a "good neighbor" by keeping unnecessary direct light from shining
onto abutting lots or roadways, both public and private.
C.
Standards.
(1)
All exterior lights and sign illumination shall be designed,
located, installed and directed in such a manner as to:
(a)
Prevent direct or objectionable glare, light trespass, spill
light, or obtrusive light;
(b)
Be shielded (full cutoff);
(c)
Employ soft, transitional light levels which are consistent
from area to area;
(d)
Minimize contrast between light sources, lit areas and dark
surroundings; and
(e)
Be confined within the target area.
(2)
In all nonresidential districts and in all areas adjacent to
a residential lot, no externally mounted direct light source shall
be visible at the lot line at ground level or above. The illumination
measured at the lot line shall be zero footcandles, excluding driveway
entrances.
(3)
Lighting designed to highlight flagpoles shall be low level
(no more than 100-watt incandescent equivalent) and shall be targeted
directly at the flag.
(4)
Lighting shall include timers, dimmers and/or sensors to reduce
unnecessary light level during non-business hours to a minimum level
required for overnight security.
(5)
The height of luminaries, except streetlights in public right-of-ways,
shall be the minimum height necessary to provide adequate illumination,
but shall not exceed a height of 15 feet. The height of a luminaire
shall be measured from the finished grade (not the top of a supporting
concrete base) to the bottom of the luminaire.
(6)
Light standards within a parking lot shall be located within
landscaped islands or buffer strips, and shall be set back two feet
from any parking space unless wheel-stops are provided.
(7)
In reviewing and approving outdoor lighting, the Commission
may utilize recommendations for lighting levels as issued by the Illuminating
Engineering Society of North America, the International Dark-Sky Association,
or other reference.
(8)
The use of utility poles for outdoor lighting is prohibited.
(9)
Any light determined by the ZEO to be obtrusive, spill light,
upward lighting, light trespass, or otherwise not in compliance with
these regulations shall constitute a violation.
(10)
A photometric survey shall be submitted as part of any site plan that demonstrates compliance with these standards. Such photometric survey shall show both business hour and non-business hour lighting plans in accordance with § 470-712.
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D.
Exemptions and modifications.
(1)
Temporary holiday lighting is exempt from these regulations,
for a period of time to be commensurate with the holiday being celebrated,
but in no event shall such lighting exceed duration of 45 days annually
in the aggregate.
(2)
Temporary lighting used by the Police Department, Fire Department
or emergency services is exempt from these regulations.
(3)
Lighting of American Flag.
(4)
The Commission may, by special permit, allow lighting that does
not comply with the requirements of this section provided the Commission
determines, in its sole discretion, that such proposed lighting is
consistent with the purpose of these regulations. The following considerations
are provided as guidance:
(a)
That and extraordinary need for security exists because of a
history of vandalism or other objective means exists;
(b)
That in traveled ways or areas, conditions hazardous to the
public exists, such as steep embankments or stairs;
(c)
That it would be unreasonable to require replacement of an entire
lighting installation because a minor change is proposed to an existing
nonconforming lighting installation;
(d)
Special lighting is indicated for historic buildings;
(e)
That ornamental up-lighting of sculpture, buildings or landscape
features enhance the character of the area; and
(f)
Such lighting is necessary for special outdoor events and playing
fields.
A.
Purpose. This section is intended to regulate the grading of any
lot within Canton to protect the public health and safety, to encourage
the orderly development of the Town, and to provide for the restoration
of property following any grading so as to minimize any unnecessary
erosion and sedimentation.
B.
Applicability. Within the Town of Canton, there shall be no grading
of any lot by any means except as herein provided. This section shall
not apply to the cultivation of soil for the growing of crops.
C.
Other approvals may be required. Any approval or exemption under
this section does not relieve any person from having to obtain any
other approvals which may be required, such as for:
D.
Permitted grading activities. An activity listed in Table 470-705D
in this section may be conducted, provided that:
(1)
Any required permit is obtained prior to commencement of the
activity;
(2)
Until the site is fully stabilized erosion and sedimentation
control measures consistent with the 2002 Connecticut Guidelines for
Soil Erosion and Sediment Control (as may be amended) shall be utilized
at all times until the site is fully stabilized;
(3)
All activities are conducted in full compliance with the provisions of § 470-705; and
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Table 470-705D
Permitted Grading Activities
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This table indicates the type of permit required based on the
amount of grading of a lot or coordinated development of more than
one lot.
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No Permit Required
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Zoning Permit
(ZEO)
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Special Permit
(PZC)
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1.
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Grading in connection with:
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a.
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Normal maintenance of property;
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0 to 99 cubic yards
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100 to 499 cubic yards
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500+ cubic yards
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b.
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Normal repair of property;
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c.
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Customary landscaping; or
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d.
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Minor improvements to property
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2.
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Grading associated with the dredging of an existing pond, provided
that the inland wetlands and watercourses agency has issued a permit
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0 to 499 cubic yards
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500 to 1,999 cubic yards
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2,000+ cubic yards
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3.
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Grading in connection with and clearly essential to:
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0 to 1,999 cubic yards
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2,000+ cubic yards
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a.
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Construction or alteration of a building; and/or
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Provided that a zoning permit, a building permit, or a septic
permit has been issued for such construction and the proposed excavation
or filling is specified in such permit
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b.
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The installation of utilities or amenities (such as septic systems,
swimming pools, or similar improvements)
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4.
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Grading associated with specific plans for a subdivision or
a special permit approved by the Commission, provided that all necessary
approvals and permits having been obtained, applicable bonds have
been posted, and an erosion and sedimentation control plan was approved
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0 to 1,999 cubic yards
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2,000+ cubic yards
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5.
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Grading in connection with and clearly essential to:
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a.
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Environmental restoration
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0 - 1,999 cubic yards
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2,000+ cubic yards
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b.
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Other
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E.
Additional special permit considerations.
(1)
In addition to the special permit criteria set forth in § 470-902E, the Commission may also consider the following when reviewing an application under this section:
(a)
Potential soil erosion and sedimentation affecting all land,
bodies of water and public works, both on-site and off-site;
(b)
Effects on drainage and groundwater table;
(c)
Lateral support slopes, grades and elevations of abutting streets
and properties;
(d)
Effect of the operation and any related traffic on circulation
and road condition on streets serving the parcel under consideration;
(e)
Any decision issued by the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses
Agency;
(f)
Any approval of the Connecticut Department of Environmental
Protection and/or the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers;
(g)
The recommendation of the Commissions engineer, the Conservation
Commission, and the Town Planner; and
(h)
The scope and duration of the project and effects on neighboring
properties.
(2)
The operation of earth material processing, screening or crushing
equipment is allowed as part of an approved subdivision or site plan
on site by special permit.
(3)
The operation of earth material processing, screening or crushing
equipment as a standalone operation/not as part of an approved subdivision
or site plan is allowed in the Industrial District by special permit.
(4)
In approving a special permit, the Commission may specify the
overall time period within which a grading or processing activity
shall be completed, but in no event shall that time period exceed
two years.
(5)
The Commission may grant an extension of time within which to
complete the proposed project upon a showing by the applicant and
subject to the considerations and conditions set forth in this section,
but in no event shall more than one extension of time be granted except
upon a showing of good cause and after a public hearing has been held.
The time period of the extension shall not exceed the duration of
the original permit.
(6)
The Commission may require the applicant to submit periodic
reports, prepared by and bearing the seal of a professional land surveyor
or engineer, showing the status and progress of the work.
(7)
As a condition of any special permit, the Commission may require
that the applicant furnish a performance and/or maintenance bond,
acceptable to the Commission in form, amount, and surety, securing
to the Town of Canton the faithful performance of the work proposed,
pursuant to both the provisions of this or other applicable sections
of these regulations and to the specific conditions of approval.
(8)
No bond shall be released until:
(a)
The Commission receives an as-built survey prepared by a professional
land surveyor that the project has been completed according to approved
plans and conditions attached thereto;
(b)
The Commission is satisfied that the work has been completed
as required; and
(c)
Disturbed areas have been appropriately graded and stabilized
with vegetation to result in erosion-free conditions.
(9)
In order to prevent activities which would be detrimental to
the character of the Town and the value of adjacent properties, blasting,
and grading shall be done in accordance with the following standards:
(a)
The use of jersey barriers or waste concrete blocks for retaining
slopes is not permitted. Concrete or metal cribbing, rip-rap, or gabion
wall systems used for retaining slopes shall not be visible from the
street or adjoining properties. Decorative block, tinted, formed,
concrete resembling stone or brick, or concrete covered by a course
of brick or stone are recommended for retaining slopes in highly visible
locations;
(b)
Earthen slopes shall contain a suitable ground cover of grass,
ivy, creeping varieties of shrubs or similar treatment;
(c)
Ledge walls or retaining walls visible from the public street
or adjoining properties are not recommended and shall be reduced through
grading, terracing or other means; and
(d)
To reduce the visual impact of tall, ledge walls or retaining
walls, the Commission may require landscaping along the base of walls.
A.
Purpose. This section is intended to prevent accelerated erosion
and sedimentation of land during and after development; reduce the
danger from stormwater runoff; minimize sediment pollution from land
being developed; and prevent detrimental impacts to soil and water
resources.
B.
Applicability.
(1)
All development requiring a zoning permit, special permit, or
site plan approval shall employ proper provisions to adequately control
accelerated erosion and sedimentation and reduce the danger from stormwater
runoff on the proposed site based on the best available technology
in order to result in a development that:
(2)
A soil erosion and sediment control plan shall be submitted
for certification by the Commission for any development activity which
would result in a cumulative disturbed area of more than 1/2 acre.
C.
Overall requirement.
(1)
The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection 2002
Connecticut Guidelines for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control, and
the Connecticut 2004 Stormwater Quality Manual, as amended, shall
be used to determine the best available technology on any site unless
alternative principles, methods or practices have been approved by
the Commission for use on a particular site.
(3)
Any soil erosion and sediment control plan may be reviewed by
the Commission's engineer or the North Central Conservation District,
which may make recommendations concerning such plan for the consideration
of the Commission.
D.
Implementation of controls.
(1)
Site development shall not begin in any area of the site unless
the appropriate soil erosion and sediment control measures and facilities
for that area have been installed and are functional.
(2)
All control measures and facilities shall be maintained in effective
condition to ensure compliance with the purpose of this section.
(3)
The estimated costs of measures required to control soil erosion
and sedimentation may be covered in a performance bond or other assurance
acceptable to the Commission.
(4)
Inspections shall be made by the Commission or its designated
agent during development to ensure that control measures and facilities
are properly performed or installed and maintained.
(5)
The Commission may require the applicant to verify through progress
reports that appropriate soil erosion and sediment control measures
and facilities have been installed and are being operated and maintained.
A.
Purpose. This section is intended to control the size, location,
and type of perimeter fences, freestanding walls, and retaining walls
in all zoning districts in order to provide for protection of private
property while not infringing on adjoining properties or on the public
safety and general welfare.
B.
Fences and freestanding walls.
(1)
Fences, posts, columns, and freestanding walls shall be constructed in accordance with § 470-708C so as to not obstruct corner visibility at intersections of roads, driveways, access ways, or other travel ways.
(2)
No fence, freestanding wall, or combination thereof shall exceed six feet in height above finished grade except as provided in § 470-707B(3) below.
(3)
The Commission may grant a special permit for a fence, freestanding
wall, or combination thereof greater than six feet in height. The
Commission may condition any such permit by requiring an appropriate
set back from the lot line and landscaping.
(4)
Within the required minimum yard setbacks, the finished or more
attractive side of any fence shall face the neighboring lot or street.
(5)
Barbed wire, razor wire or similar products are allowed by special
permit.
(6)
Electric fencing is permitted in any district limited to the
following:
(a)
Underground electric wiring such as "Invisible fence®" or equivalent systems for the confinement of
household pets (dogs); and
(b)
Aboveground electric wiring used solely for the protection of
agricultural crops, or the confinement of livestock or poultry, provided
that such wiring shall not be located closer than five feet from a
lot line. Such fence shall be marked with a sign containing the word
"Caution" or "Warning" and equivalent pictographic symbols (every
30 feet).
C.
Retaining walls.
[Amended 8-9-2022]
(1)
All references for "cross-section"
in this section shall mean a vertical section along a line perpendicular
to the general horizontal line of the face of the wall at the point
of application.
(2)
All references to the "height" of
a wall shall mean the difference in elevation along a particular cross-section
between the finish grade [ground elevation] adjacent to the wall on
the high side and the finish grade adjacent to the wall on the low
side.
(3)
Retaining walls up to, and including,
four feet in height are permitted by right with no permit required.
(4)
Retaining walls greater than four
feet in height require the submittal to and approval by the Zoning
Enforcement Officer of a design stamped and signed by a Connecticut
licensed professional engineer prior to zoning signoff on any building
permit therefore.
(5)
Retaining walls greater than four
feet and up to, and including, eight feet in height:
(a)
Are allowed by zoning permit if not
proposed as part of a site plan application to the Commission.
(b)
Face of wall shall not be closer
in cross-section than five feet to a site bounding property line.
(c)
The change in elevation in cross-section
between an adjacent site bounding property line and the finish grade
at the wall shall not exceed 0.75 feet for five feet of separation
and 2.5 feet for 10 feet of separation; and the limit shall be linearly
interpolated for separation distance in between.
(6)
Retaining walls greater than eight
feet and up to, and including, 16 feet in height:
(a)
Site plan approval by the Commission
is required.
(b)
Face of wall shall be no closer in
cross-section than the height of the wall to a site bounding property
line unless a special permit is obtained for the wall; but, in no
case shall the wall be closer than five feet to a site bounding property
line.
(c)
The maximum change in elevation in
cross-section for the initial three feet away from the exposed edge
of the wall and the finish grade at the wall in each direction shall
be 0.5 feet.
(d)
Where the grade approaching the high
side of the wall slopes towards the wall, the grade at three feet
from the exposed edge of the wall shall be between (inclusive) 0.1
feet and 0.5 feet below the finish grade at the wall, and proper drainage
shall be provided above the wall.
(8)
Additional special permit criteria.
The Commission shall consider the demonstrated positives of the proposed
retaining wall(s) in the context of the proposed use, grading scheme,
utility, and overall development scheme for the site versus the demonstrated
negatives as associated with wall visibility from public highways,
frequented [by the public] public spaces, buildings, or yards or courtyards
associated with a building, or outdoor area where multiple persons,
on a reasonably frequent and regular basis, gather, or are expected
to gather, for reasonably identifiable and specific events or purposes;
(e.g., performance, ceremony, or other event venues, organized recreation
venues, etc.) This criteria shall be considered to be met where the
Commission determines that such positives outweigh such negatives.
(9)
Where appropriate rights exist on
an adjacent property (e.g. an easement, etc.) allowing an encroachment
which would otherwise be prohibited per this section, then the limits
of the particular right shall function as the operable "property line"
for the subject matter as related to this section.
A.
Purpose. This section is intended to enhance public safety and minimize
congestion on public streets by requiring traffic impact analysis
of development and mitigation measures where appropriate.
B.
Traffic analysis required.
(1)
For a special permit use, the applicant shall provide a traffic
impact analysis, in accordance with the Institute of Transportation
Engineers requirements for traffic impact studies. Such analysis shall
evaluate traffic generated by a proposed development and its probable
impact on existing roads and intersections in the area for:
[Amended 12-21-2022]
(a)
Any proposed nonresidential development containing a gross floor
area of 10,000 square feet or more;
(b)
Any development which, in the Commission's judgment, could generate
high levels of traffic, exacerbate existing traffic conditions, or
create a traffic safety issue; or
(c)
Any intersection that would have 100 or more vehicles trips
in a peak hour.
(2)
The traffic analysis shall be prepared by a professional traffic
engineer and shall include:
(a)
Past and present roadway conditions including location and number
of accidents;
(b)
Existing and projected traffic volumes (average daily traffic,
peak a.m. and p.m.);
(c)
Existing roadway capacity; volume and capacity ratios;
(d)
Estimates of vehicle miles traveled, and vehicle trips generated
that assesses:
[Added 12-21-2022[1]]
[1]
The anticipated traffic impact of the proposed development; and
[2]
Potential mitigation strategies, such as reducing the amount of required
parking for a development or requiring public sidewalks, crosswalks,
bicycle paths, bicycle racks or bus shelters, including off-site;
[1]
Editor's Note: This ordinance also redesignated former Subsection
B(2)(d) and (e) as Subsection B(2)(e) and (f), respectively.
(e)
Proposed sight lines; and
(f)
All calculations shall be based on facts and reasonable generation
factors of the site, affected road networks, and intersections.
(3)
In analyzing potential traffic impacts, the Commission shall
consider:
(a)
The effect of the proposed development on traffic conditions
on abutting streets and any nearby intersections that would have 100
or more vehicle trips in a peak hour;
(b)
The patterns of vehicular circulation in relation to the adjoining
street system;
(d)
Anticipated traffic impact of the proposed development and potential
mitigation strategies.
[Added 12-21-2022]
(4)
A significant traffic impact shall be presumed where the projected
traffic volume:
(b)
Increases the study area intersection/roadway peak hour volume
by 15% for intersections/roadways with an existing peak hour volume
over 100, and by 25% for those lower than 100.
[Amended 12-21-2022]
(c)
Reduces the projected peak hour level of service to "D" or lower
for the overall intersection as defined by the Transportation Research
Board (TRB) Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) for automobiles.
(5)
The Commission shall not approve a proposed development with
a significant traffic impact unless:
(a)
The Commission finds that the development satisfies the special
permit criteria and would enhance the character surrounding neighborhood;
or
(b)
The proposal is revised to mitigate the adverse impacts (such
as limiting the number of curb cuts along heavily trafficked roads,
widening roadway lanes, adding roadway lanes, adding turning lanes,
providing signal modifications, providing traffic signalization, or
similar improvements).
C.
Visibility at intersections and driveway obstructions.
(1)
Intersections:
(a)
On a corner lot in any district, no planting, snow, structure,
fence, walls or obstructions to vision more than three feet in height
shall be placed or maintained within the triangular area formed by
the intersecting street lines and a straight line connecting points
of said street lines, each of which points is 25 feet distance from
the point of intersection.
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(b)
Any obstruction to vision which in the opinion of the Canton
Traffic Authority is a traffic hazard shall be removed as a violation
of these regulations.
(2)
Driveways. In order to provide adequate room for emergency vehicles
to turn into driveways and access all buildings and parcels within
the Town of Canton, all new driveways (including alleys, private roads,
and other access ways) shall provide the following minimum clearances
for emergency vehicles, regardless of the paved width of the driveway:
(a)
No building, fence, wall, lamp post, telephone pole, mailbox,
sign, or other structure, nor any trees, boulders, or other obstructions
shall be erected, placed or installed alongside any driveway so as
to reduce the access to less than 14 feet wide at any point;
(b)
No building, fence, trees, boulders or other obstructions shall
be erected, placed, or installed within the triangular areas on either
side of the driveway at its intersection within the travel portion
of the road, formed by connecting the outer points of a line measured
25 feet on the road, (centered on the driveway), and a parallel line
14 feet wide (centered on the driveway) at a distance of 25 feet from
the travel portion of the road [Diagram 708C(2)];
(c)
If buildings are on the lot within 50 feet from the traveled
portion of the road and can be easily accessed from the road, the
Commission may exempt the parcel from the requirements of this section
as part of any site plan approval; and
(d)
Any bridge or culvert in the travel portion of the driveway
shall provide enough width to accommodate modern day fire apparatus
and be able to sustain the weight of a static fire service engine
or tanker.
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A.
Purpose. The purpose of this section is to promote and support access
by bicycle and walking throughout the Town of Canton, and to require
proper provisions for handicapped persons.
B.
Applicability. All development shall be designed to provide safe
and convenient pedestrian and bicycle access as part of any site design,
including safe and convenient pedestrian and bicycle movement to and
from public walkways and/or bikeways or streets, and between developed
lots.
C.
Pedestrian design standards.
(1)
Unless modified in accordance with this section, pedestrian
access to the lot and along all street frontages, sidewalks, and to
and from and in-between individual buildings within the site shall:
(2)
Such pedestrian ways and sidewalks shall:
(b)
Provide safe separation or delineation from motor vehicle traffic
through the use of raised sidewalks and/or landscaping between sidewalks
and parking spaces and/or driving aisles except that such pedestrian
ways and sidewalks may be flush with adjacent pavement where necessary
to facilitate wheelchair and shopping cart access if concrete wheel
stops or traffic control devices, including line striping and signage
are provided;
(c)
Be constructed of concrete or other decorative-type paving material
except bituminous materials, except that stone dust and bituminous
concrete pavement may be used as part of an existing multi-shared-use
path or any immediate connection to any such path;
(d)
Be connected to the public sidewalk at the street or street
right-of-way;
(e)
Be designed, constructed, and maintained to accommodate disabled
individuals per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements;
(f)
Provide wherever possible for connections to adjacent lots,
neighborhoods, or public or private way that accommodates pedestrian
traffic; and
(g)
Include pedestrian warning signs and adequate lighting, where
appropriate.
(3)
Pedestrian crossings shall be demarcated through the use of
raised pavers, textured concrete, pavement markings, pedestrian warning
signs, and lighting.
(4)
Plantings, benches, and lighting shall be provided along walkways
and at pedestrian crossings.
(5)
The maintenance of public sidewalks, including the clearing of snow, ice, sand, or ashes, is the responsibility of the adjacent property owner (See Chapter 375 of the Town of Canton Town Code).
(6)
For pedestrian traffic, the Commission, after considering the
potential impact on abutting lot owners may:
(a)
Require extension of walkways to nearby residential areas; and/or
(b)
Require walls, fences or similar architectural elements to be
installed to prevent pedestrian traffic from cutting through adjacent
residential properties.
(c)
If it is determined that pedestrian ways and/or sidewalks are
either impractical or unnecessary considering potential pedestrian
traffic at that location, then the Commission may waive any requirement
of this section by a 2/3rds affirmative vote as part of the approval
of either a site plan, special permit, subdivision, or design district;
D.
Bicycle parking design standards.
(1)
Bicycle parking facilities shall be provided as part of any
new construction, changes of use, or substantial improvements for
the following:
(a)
Multidwelling unit developments of four dwelling units or more;
(b)
Development within business, industrial, municipal community
facilities, and any design districts;
(c)
Transit oriented development, transit transfer stations, park-and-ride
lots; and
(d)
New development that is within 1,000 feet of the Farmington
River Trail, the Farmington Valley Greenway or other regional bicycle
route.
(2)
Bicycle parking facilities as part of any new construction,
changes of use, or substantial improvements, shall be provided in
the ratio of one bicycle parking place for every 20 parking spaces,
or portion thereof, required under Table 470-702C.
(3)
When provided, bicycle parking spaces shall:
(a)
Provide a convenient place to lock a bicycle, and shall be at
least six feet long, two feet wide, and shall provide at least seven
feet of vertical clearance, unless a bicycle locker is provided;
(b)
Provide a secure and appropriate bar or similar surface area
to which most bicycle locks may be attached;
(c)
Be capable of supporting the bicycle frame in an upright position
and be securely anchored to a supporting surface;
(d)
Not interfere with pedestrian circulation and shall be separated
from automobile parking;
(e)
Located within view of building entrances or in view of windows;
(f)
Be located at least three feet from any wall or obstruction;
and
(g)
Be illuminated for safety.
(4)
For any use where bicycle parking is required, if the vehicular
parking is covered or partly covered, the bicycle parking spaces will
be covered at the same ratio.
(5)
Bicycle parking spaces shall be located near each main building
entrance, and in an area that is highly visible.
(6)
When provided, bicycle parking shall be accessible by safe and
convenient connections to and from the street, sidewalk, trail or
other public or private way which accommodates such traffic.
A.
Purpose. This section is intended to protect property values, enhance,
and protect from deterioration, the physical appearance and scenic
beauty of the community, to provide more open areas, and provide a
more enjoyable and pleasing community; to reduce clutter, sign or
advertising distractions and obstructions that may contribute to traffic
accidents, or cause other hazards.
B.
Outdoor display/outdoor dining/outdoor storage areas.
(1)
Unless otherwise authorized elsewhere in these regulations,
there shall be no outdoor display areas, outdoor sales, outdoor dining,
and outdoor storage areas.
(2)
In accordance with this section, the Commission may, by special
permit approve the outdoor display of merchandise and storage of equipment
accessory to a principal use in all Business and Industrial Districts,
and design districts.
(3)
Outdoor display, outdoor storage, and outdoor dining areas,
except as otherwise allowed by and subject to the requirements of
C.G.S. § 8-1cc, shall comply with the following standards:
[Amended 8-30-2023]
(a)
Such areas shall be permitted only where clearly depicted on
an approved site plan.
(b)
Permanent structures and temporary structures may be allowed
in outdoor display areas if approved as part of this special permit
approval by the Commission.
(c)
All such areas shall be adequately separated from motor vehicle
routes by a physical barrier visible to drivers and pedestrians.
(d)
Such on building aprons, walkways, and sidewalks must maintain
an adequate minimum walkway width between the display items and any
vehicle drives.
(e)
Such areas shall not conflict with pedestrian or vehicular circulation.
(f)
Merchandise, equipment and materials shall not be displayed
within the minimum yard setbacks.
(g)
Merchandise, equipment, and materials, may not be displayed
or stored in parking areas, or on sidewalks adjacent to facade walls,
except in screened display, sales, and storage areas. This prohibition
shall not apply to short-term seasonal and temporary events as approved
by the Commission.
(4)
If the Commission finds the outdoor display area is significant
in size, visibility, or as a percent of business, the Commission may
require that the outdoor display, outdoor sales, or outdoor storage
areas be enclosed by screening with materials and colors matching
the main building.
(5)
The merchandise, equipment and materials displayed shall be
directly related to the business activity on the lot and shall not
promote or advertise off-site businesses, services, or products.
(6)
Outdoor displays shall not include signs.
(8)
The outdoor display and storage area shall be considered additional
retail space and impervious coverage and thus shall be included in
parking, coverage and other applicable requirement, with the exception
of outdoor display of automobiles.
(9)
Exceptions.
(a)
Decorative items that are not for sale that relate to or complement
the business but do not represent a display of merchandise are permitted.
(10)
Seasonal/temporary displays.
(a)
Seasonal and temporary displays of merchandise, less than 200
square feet in area, and maintained for less than seven days, consecutive
or otherwise, may be approved by a zoning permit.
(b)
Seasonal and temporary displays of merchandise greater than
200 square feet in area shall be limited to 45 consecutive days and
90 total days during a calendar year, upon approval of a site plan
by the Commission.
[Amended 7-15-2022]
A.
Purpose. This section is intended to regulate
the location and frequency of mobile vending operations in order to
protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
B.
DEVELOPED AREA
Definitions. The following definitions supplement relevant definitions from § 470-202 and are solely applicable to this § 470-711.
An area of a lot that has been designed, modified, and/or
intended to support vehicles.
C.
Applicability. This section applies to
mobile vending operations. This section does not apply to:
D.
Standards:
(1)
Prior to the commencement of operations, all mobile vendors, shall demonstrate compliance to the ZEO with the following as part of a zoning permit application in accordance with § 470-908:
(a)
Documented permission from the owner
of the property on which the vending will occur;
(b)
The make, model and license plate
number of the vehicle or vehicles to be used for vending;
(c)
A statement of use, indicating what
will be sold;
(d)
All appropriate state licenses and
permits required for the sale of the types of items being sold;
(e)
A narrative and plan demonstrating
compliance with the standards of these regulations;
(f)
A statement from the Canton Fire
Marshal indicating compliance with any applicable safety requirements;
(g)
The approval of a peddler's license issued by the Town of Canton in accordance with Chapter 328 of the Town Code, as amended;
(h)
The approval of the Farmington Valley
Health District;
(2)
Locational standards.
(a)
Vendors are permitted to operate
on private property as an accessory use to a principal use on the
developed area of the lot.
(b)
Vendors are permitted to operate
at an establishment that sells alcoholic beverages for on-premises
consumption, such as a brewery or winery.
(c)
Vendors are permitted on individual
lots owned by the Town when permission has been granted by the owner.
(d)
Vendors are not permitted on lots
located in the R Districts, unless accessory to a preexisting institutional
or business use.
(e)
There shall be no more than one vendor per 1/2 acre of developed area per lot. (See Subsection D, Food truck parks.)
(f)
The vendor shall provide an adequate
plan (or a suitable substitute determined to be acceptable by the
ZEO) indicating the location of the vendor(s) use and activities (vending
area) in relation to buildings, sidewalks, applicable setbacks, parking
spaces, driveways and other site improvements.
(g)
Vendors must demonstrate that they
have an unobstructed area of at least 15 feet from the vending window
open to the public and 10 feet from the adjacent sides or portable
structure on which the sale occurs, to allow potential customers to
approach the vehicle safely and to queue without obstructing traffic
or creating a danger to themselves or others.
(h)
Vendors may place portable structures,
tables or other seating, umbrellas, trash receptacles, temporary restroom
facilities, or similar devices at their location provided that these
items are shown on the plan, located entirely on the private property,
and do not obstruct pedestrian pathways, create obstructions, or conflict
with other operators on the site.
(i)
Any tables, umbrellas, trash receptacles,
or similar devices placed outside of existing permitted structures
must be stored, when not in active use, inside a permitted structure
or duly registered motor vehicle or trailer.
(j)
There shall be adequate off-street
parking for patrons of existing establishments and those of the vendor.
(k)
The vendor shall provide adequate
trash containers on the lot, and shall be responsible for maintaining
a litter-free condition on the entire lot associated with this use.
Any trash, litter, debris or refuse directly associated with the vendor,
found in surrounding areas, shall be the responsibility of the vendor.
Vendors are responsible for the cleanup of all litter associated with
the items they sell.
(l)
All trash containers, signs, and
other personal property used in connection with vendors (the "vendors
property") shall not be located more than 15 feet from the vending
window.
(m)
The location of any vending vehicle,
cart, trash container, sign, etc. shall not obstruct line of sight
or flow of traffic both on- and off-site and shall not obstruct the
use of any required driveway, or walkway.
(n)
The vendor shall be limited to one temporary freestanding sign, not to exceed eight square feet, subject to the standards of § 470-703.
(o)
Vendors may connect to electricity
and water supply at their location, provided they have the written
consent of the owner of said facilities, all necessary permits have
been obtained and, in the case of water supply, the approval of the
Farmington Valley Health District or Connecticut Water Company.
(p)
Vendors shall not create any noise,
smoke, odor, toxic fumes, vibration, radio interference or other unsuitable
conditions that creates a public health or safety concern, public
nuisance, or otherwise would degrade the properties at their location.
(q)
Vendors shall be limited in their
hours of operation from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday,
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Set-up of the site shall
not commence before 6:00 a.m. and break-down shall be completed no
later than 11:00 p.m. Vendors shall not leave any conveyance or stand
unattended during operating hours.
E.
Food truck parks:
(1)
Food truck parks may be established through the granting of a special permit and site plan within any business, industrial and design district (meaning design districts adopted under Article V and adopted design village districts under C.G.S. § 8-2j).
(2)
Space definition and location:
(a)
The area of the food truck must be
clearly defined and separated from the patron parking area through
the installation of a fence or other enclosure which maintains an
open appearance and is a maximum of five feet in height.
(b)
The vending area for food trucks
must be either a paved or gravel surface.
(c)
Food truck park operators are encouraged
to provide for an aesthetically pleasing environment which includes
shade and seating elements in addition to pervious groundcover.
(d)
A permanent area for patron seating
must be provided allowing, at a minimum, eight seats per vendor.
(e)
Food truck parks may have a pavilion
or other permanent structure in order to provide shelter for patrons
and operators, provided said structure meets setback requirements
for the underlying zone. All temporary structures, such as tents,
are prohibited unless established as part of the approved special
permit and site plan, and are approved by the Fire Marshal prior to
installation.
(3)
Operations:
(a)
All food truck parks must be ADA
accessible.
(b)
All food trucks planned to be on
site on any given day shall be parked and fully set up prior to the
park opening to the public. At the close of business, all such vehicles
shall be removed from the park. As part of the special permit request,
the Commission may modify this requirement to be consistent with an
anticipated management plan of the food truck park manager.
(c)
The hours of operation for a food
truck park shall be limited to 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Food trucks
may arrive at the park one hour prior to opening to the public and
must vacate the park no later than one hour after closing to the public
unless the vehicle is permitted to stay as noted above.
(d)
There must be a designated manager
of the site who is responsible for the orderly setup of food trucks,
the cleanliness of the site, and the site's compliance with all rules
and regulations during business hours. Contact information for the
designated manager shall be made available to Town staff upon approval
of the park and as needed thereafter if personnel changes.
(e)
At least two permanent restrooms
within 200 feet of each food truck must be made accessible to food
truck park patrons while the food truck park is open.
(f)
Patron parking must be provided at
a rate of one space for every four seats in the seating area. The
patron parking area must be a paved or gravel surface.
(g)
The food truck park must not cause
objectionable levels of noise.
(h)
At least one electrical outlet shall
be required at each designated food truck parking space, and have
approval of the Canton Building Department.
(i)
Public address systems or other systems
intended to convey verbal messages through the use of amplified sound
shall be prohibited. If an applicant seeking approval of a food truck
park proposes to provide any form of music or entertainment for the
benefit of patrons, it shall so state in its application and shall
provide specific details regarding the manner in which it is to be
provided. Restrictions may be imposed upon the playing of music or
entertainment as appropriate given the location of the food truck
park or any other circumstances that the Commission deems to be relevant.
(j)
If an applicant seeking approval
of a food truck park proposes to provide any source of heat for the
benefit of patrons, it shall so state in its application and shall
provide the Commission with a plan, approved by the Fire Marshal,
for the placement and operation of said heaters as well as for the
storage of fuel used by said heaters.
(k)
Lighting shall be limited to that
level which is necessary to illuminate the food truck park for patrons
and staff. Flashing/blinking lights shall be prohibited.
(l)
Signs: One on-premises sign is permitted
at the entrance(s) identifying the food truck park, subject to the
sign regulations for the applicable zoning district. Each food truck
may have its own signage for the purpose of being visible internal
to the lot. Individual food truck signage intended to be accessory
or supplemental to the principal identification signage of the property
is prohibited.
(m)
Maintenance: The food truck park
shall be kept clear of litter, food scraps or other debris at all
times. Sweeping debris or spilled materials into the gutters of public
streets shall be prohibited.
(n)
At least one waste receptacle shall
be provided for each mobile food vending vehicle and shall be emptied
whenever full and at park closing. The food truck park shall also
be equipped with a commercial dumpster into which bags from individual
waste receptacles can be deposited. The commercial dumpster shall
be located outside of the designated patron area and shall be appropriately
screened.
(o)
Tables, chairs and umbrellas shall
be of durable commercial-grade materials, sufficiently weighted to
avoid displacement by wind.
(p)
Umbrellas may be used to shade tables,
provided that the drip edge thereof is located at least seven feet
above the ground.
A.
Purpose. This section is intended to regulate the location and frequency
of business and other operations in order to protect the rural tradition
and character of the Town.
B.
Applicability.
(1)
This section applies to all business and industrial uses regardless
of the district.
(2)
These hours of operations shall not apply if a special permit
approval has established more restricted hours of operation.
(3)
This section shall not limit the Commission's ability to establish more restrictive hours of operation in order to ensure a use complies with the special permit criteria of § 470-902E.
(4)
These hours of operation shall not apply to animal or human
emergency medical care facilities which may be open for business 24
hours per day, unless otherwise established.
C.
Standards.
(1)
Regardless of the district, retail and services businesses and
restaurants shall be closed to the public between the hours of 2:00
a.m. and 5:00 a.m. Further, in a Residential District, any premise
conducting business shall be closed to the public between the hours
of 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
(2)
Trash compaction or similar operations shall be permitted between
the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Trash compaction between the
hours of 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. may be approved by the Commission
when the applicant has submitted evidence that sound barriers between
all areas for such operations effectively reduce noise emission levels
to a peak level of 45 decibels, as measured at the property line.
(3)
Staging, loading or idling of commercial vehicles in a loading area is prohibited between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. The Commission may modify this requirement if the applicant can demonstrate special circumstances warrant such modification and the Commission finds that such modification complies with the special exception criteria of § 470-902E.
[Amended 12-20-2023]
A.
Purpose and general requirements.
(1)
The following stormwater management requirements are established
to minimize the negative environmental and other impacts due to, and
to protect public health, safety and general welfare where threats
thereto may be created or exacerbated by, altered stormwater runoff
as a result of development.
(2)
Stormwater management for a particular site/location shall be
encompassed in a compliant stormwater management plan (SWMP) for that
site/location. The SWMP shall be compliant with and satisfy all applicable
federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards. The SWMP
shall prioritize and further the following objectives:
(a)
Maximize low impact development (LID) principles and techniques.
(b)
Minimize potential for increased flooding or flood damage in
any location.
(c)
Preserve existing natural drainage patterns and pre-development
site hydrology.
(d)
Maximize groundwater recharge.
(e)
Minimize soil erosion and sedimentation potential as a result
of site development and operations.
(f)
Preventing pollution in various forms as may be associated with
stormwater as a result of site development and operations.
(g)
Preserving, maintaining, and enhancing the positive environmental,
biological, recreational, functional, and aesthetic characteristics
and benefits of surface waters, wetlands, buffer zones, and related
features.
(h)
Assuring the adequacy of the proposed stormwater facilities
and any existing stormwater facilities that may be affected as a result
of site development and operations.
(i)
Providing proper maintenance to stormwater facilities installed
to ensure benefits over time.
(3)
All stormwater management related plans and design shall:
B.
Applicability.
(1)
The provisions of this section shall apply to any new or modification
development that creates or effectively replaces* impervious areas
or other surface areas, exposed to rainfall and that may affect the
quantity or quality of stormwater runoff from a site, in aggregate
subsequent to January 9, 2024, in an amount greater than 15,000 square
feet. (*NOTE: Pavement rehabilitation that removes less than 50% of
the thickness of the hardscape pavement depth shall not be considered
replacement.)
C.
Reference standards. The following reference standards and requirements
shall apply, and the same are incorporated herein as applicable, in
order of priority:
(1)
Applicable federal and state laws and regulations, and applicable
local laws.
(2)
The provisions of any applicable federal or state regulatory
approval or enforcement action.
(3)
These Regulations and the provisions of any applicable local
approval or enforcement action.
(4)
Any applicable standards, details, requirements, or other such
documents issued by the Director of Public Works and promulgated on
the webpages associated with Public Works on the Town website (www.townofcanton.org).
(5)
The 2023 edition of the Connecticut Stormwater Quality Manual
(CT_SWQM), issued by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental
Protection (CTDEEP), (publication date of September 30, 2023,) including
any amendments or supplements duly issued thereto. The provisions
of this document are incorporated as required standards.
(6)
The 2023 edition of the Connecticut Guidelines for Soil Erosion
& Sediment Control (CT_SESCG), issued by the Council on Soils
and Water Conservation in collaboration with the Connecticut Department
of Energy and Environmental Protection, (publication date of September
30, 2023) including any amendments or supplements duly issued thereto.
The provisions of this document are incorporated as required standards.
(7)
The chapters of the latest edition of the Connecticut Department
of Transportation (CTDOT) Drainage Manual, including any amendments
or supplements duly issued thereto, covering the following topics
(with the chapter number as of January 2024 in parentheses): culverts
(Chapters 4 and 8), channels (Chapter 7), bridges (Chapter 9), and
storm drainage systems (Chapter 11). The provisions of this document
are incorporated as required standards, as may be applicable.
D.
Stormwater management plan (SWMP).
(1)
A stormwater management plan prepared in accordance with Chapter
12 of the CT_SWQM shall be a required component of the site plan for
all applicable development.
E.
Hydrology.
(1)
Design storm selection. The following design storms shall be
used for subject facility design/purpose:
(a)
Flood mitigation (i.e., avoiding negative effects of flooding
on structures, roadways, sidewalks, and other facilities and spaces):
100-year storm.
(b)
Detention/retention facilities and other stormwater facilities
or means that effectively direct or convey stormwater offsite: two-,
ten-, and 100-year twenty-four-hour storms; (unless it is determined
that a shorter duration storm results in a more critical flow for
evaluation.)
(c)
Culverts: drainage area less than one square mile: fifty-year
storm; others: 100-year storm.
(d)
Other drainage systems or facilities: twenty-five-year storm.
(2)
Precipitation Data: NOAA Atlas 14 and NOAA_D rainfall distribution
data/information shall be used as appropriate for hydrologic analyses
as set forth in Chapter 4 of the CT_SWQM.
F.
Stormwater collection and conveyance.
(1)
Conduits.
(a)
The following materials, when used for the manufacture or construction
of conduits specifically designed for conveying storm drainage, are
approved for use:
[1]
Reinforced portland cement concrete; reinforced concrete pipe
(RCP) shall be class IV or class V.
[2]
Polyvinyl chloride pipe (pvc) per ASTM F794 or R949.
[3]
Polypropylene pipe per AASHTO M330.
[4]
Corrugated high density polyethylene pipe (HDPE) per AASHTO
M294; except that HDPE is not allowed under Town roadways, parking
lots, or similar Town facilities intended for vehicular traffic.
(b)
Conduits composed of other materials may be approved if appropriateness
for the particular circumstances is demonstrated.
(c)
Minimum cover depths for reinforced concrete pipe shall be 1.75
feet under Town roadways, 1.5 feet under private roads and parking
lots, and one foot elsewhere.
(d)
Minimum and maximum cover depths for plastic pipes are provided
on the Town standard detail for "Storm Drain Plastic Pipe - Bedding
and Installation."
(e)
Minimum slopes for enclosed conduits shall be 0.5%.
(f)
Maximum flow velocity for the design storm shall be 12 feet
per second.
(g)
Minimum circular pipe size within or serving roadways or parking
lots with more than eight parking spaces is 15 inches.
(2)
Catch basins.
(a)
All catch basins shall have four-foot sumps to trap sediment,
unless otherwise approved for valid reason (e.g., utility conflict),
and appropriate hoods per the CT-SWQM.
(b)
Catch basins shall not be located in front of curb ramps or
otherwise within intended walking paths, unless practically unavoidable.
Where so unavoidable, special grates designed for pedestrian traffic
shall be used.
(3)
Collection and conveyance system calculations and modelling.
(a)
Non-culvert subsurface conduits shall be designed to convey
the flow from the design storm in free open channel flow, non-surcharged
condition.
(b)
Pipe inlets at catch basins with sumps will effectively function
as culvert inlets; the lesser value between the inlet capacity at
the upstream catch basin and the maximum free open channel flow capacity
of a pipe shall be used in conveyance system calculations and modelling.
(c)
Bypass flow shall be appropriately accounted for at catch basin
grates at grade.
(d)
All systems shall be evaluated for the 100-year flow:
[1]
Determine where excess water will flow and what will be flooded.
[2]
Problematic flooding should be avoided; flood waters shall not
reach an elevation that will enter any existing or proposed building.
[3]
Flood waters that end up in different locations than stormwater
that is being conveyed by the drainage system shall be appropriately
accounted for in the modelling.
G.
Stormwater quality.
(1)
The provisions of the CT_SWQM shall be complied with in the
planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of all
stormwater facilities as relates to stormwater quality and treatment.
(2)
As a point of emphasis, LID site planning and design shall be
used to the "furthest degree possible," as set forth in the CT_SWQM.
The Commission may, at its discretion, require an alternatives analysis
to determine compliance with this requirement.
H.
Stormwater quantity.
(1)
Post development peak flow rate from the subject site to any
downstream location shall not increase for the 100-year storm event.
(2)
Peak flow rates from the subject site to any downstream location
shall not increase for the two- or ten-year storm events, subject
to:
(a)
Any requirements from the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission
to maintain certain flow levels with respect to a downstream wetland,
shallow water body, vernal pool, or small watercourse, etc.
(b)
In circumstances where stormwater retention possibilities are
appropriately limited, peak flow rates from the two- and/or ten-year
storm events may be allowed increase by an insignificant amount where
it is demonstrated that there is a practical advantage to the overall
design of the peak flow attenuation system in doing so.
(c)
Note: The CT_SWQM requirement to control the two-year peak flow
rate to 50% of predevelopment rate is a goal, and this requirement
is not globally applicable to these regulations.
(3)
Flow characteristics to any downstream location shall not be
altered so as to cause, or threaten to cause, damage, erosion, or
other harm to any downstream location.
(4)
Subject to § 470-713C(1), § 470-713C(2), and § 470-713H(2)(a) and any groundwater pollution concerns, stormwater retention shall be achieved to the "maximum extent achievable," as set forth in the CT_SWQM.
I.
Shared stormwater management facilities.
(1)
Where the Commission determines that technical, aesthetic, and/or
economic factors make combined storm drainage management facilities
more practical and beneficial, the Commission may permit multiple
properties to construct, operate, and maintain joint facilities, provided
that an acceptable maintenance agreement between the subject properties
is filed on the Land Records.
J.
Maintenance.
(1)
All stormwater management facilities shall be properly maintained
in a regular and timely manner in accordance with the approved stormwater
management plan for the subject site and to keep the subject facilities
functioning as intended. The property owner is responsible for ensuring
that such maintenance activities are properly documented to demonstrate
compliance.
(2)
Stormwater management facilities and maintenance records shall
be made available for inspection, in a timely manner upon notice,
to Town staff endeavoring to enforce or monitor compliance with these
regulations. The subject property owner, or their agents or representatives,
shall cooperate fully with such inspection activities by or on behalf
of the Commission.
