[Amended 11-16-2022 by L.L. No. 8-2022]
A. Intent: to allow the operation of bed-and-breakfast homestays in residential zones, provided that the use does not adversely affect the residential character of the neighborhood. Bed-and-breakfast homestays are defined in Article
III, Definitions.
B. Requirements: Bed-and-breakfast homestay uses may be permitted in all residence districts upon issuance of a special permit as outlined in Article
XVI. In addition, the following conditions must be met:
(1) The property must be owner-occupied and the primary use shall remain
residential.
(2) No more than three guest rooms shall be used for sleeping areas for
guests.
(3) Serving of meals shall be limited to breakfast served to overnight
guests only.
(4) One off-street parking area shall be provided for each sleeping area
designated for guests.
(5) Exterior alterations to structures which impact the residential character
of the neighborhood are prohibited.
(6) The structure must meet all the requirements of the Uniform Code,
Energy Code, and state and local laws.
[Added 2-1-2005 by L.L. No. 2-2005]
No commercial vehicle of any type shall be parked
outside on any public or private property in the A-R, R-1, R-2, R-3
and Residential PDD Zones in Town unless temporarily in connection
with a bona fide commercial service, sales or delivery, except those
used by the homeowner for personal transportation. Operating or permitting
the operation of any motor vehicle or any auxiliary equipment attached
to such vehicle for a period of longer than five minutes in any sixty-minute
period while the vehicle is stationary for reasons other than traffic
congestion or emergency work in a public right-of-way or public space
within 150 feet of a residential area is prohibited.
[Added 2-1-2005 by L.L. No. 2-2005]
No portion of any site shall be used for temporary
and/or permanent storage, display of any product or material, parking
of any vehicles and/or storage containers unless approved by the Planning
Board during site plan review. Outdoor storage containers shall require
issuance of a temporary building permit for a period not to exceed
four months and payment of a building permit fee upon each request
for renewal or extension.
[Added 7-16-2014 by L.L. No. 3-2014]
The Code Enforcement Officers shall enforce regulations as set
forth by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
as it relates to open burning. Any violation of the regulations set
forth by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
shall be a violation of the local laws of the Town of Halfmoon.