§ 152.243. SPECIFIC APPROVAL CRITERIA.

(A) Home occupations. Home occupations are permitted as a special land use in all residential districts (R1, R2, R3, R4 and ROB) provided the following conditions are met:

(1) A home occupation must be clearly incidental and secondary to the primary use of the dwelling unit for dwelling purposes and shall not change the character of the residential nature of the premises, both in terms of use and appearance. Such home occupation shall be carried on within the dwelling that is occupied by the owner of the home occupation.

(2) A home occupation use shall not create a nuisance or endanger the health, safety, welfare, or enjoyment of any other person in the area by reason of noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odor, unsanitary or unsightly conditions, fire hazards, or the like, involved in or resulting from such home occupation.

(3) No employees shall be permitted, either gratuitously or for compensation of any kind, other than members of the resident family.

(4) There shall be limited additional vehicular traffic permitted for the home occupation/category one, such as is normally generated for a dwelling unit in a residential area, both as to volume and type of vehicles.

(5) The village may impose additional conditions and regulations, as it deems necessary, to adequately protect adjoining residents and property owners. It may require that the particular business be operated only for a specified period of months or years unless an additional permit is granted. A home occupation shall operate within the hours and days as set in the special land use permit.

(6) The area of the identification sign shall not exceed one foot by two feet; and the height of the identification sign shall not be more than four feet above grade.

(7) Customers, clients, students or patients. No more than two customers, clients, students or patients shall be on the premises where a valid home occupation special use permit has been secured.

(8) Exterior alterations. Home occupations shall not require exterior alterations or involve construction features not customary in dwellings, or required use of mechanical or electrical equipment which shall create a nuisance to the adjacent neighborhood.

(9) Interior alterations. Any permanent structural alterations to the interior of the dwelling unit for purposes of conducting the home occupation which would render it unsuitable for residential use shall be prohibited.

(10) Outdoor storage. There shall be no outdoor storage of items supportive of the home occupation.

(11) Medical marihuana. A registered primary caregiver, in compliance with the General Rules of the state Department of Community Health, the state Medical Marihuana Act, P.A. 2008, Initiated Law, being M.C.L.A. § 333.26423(d), and the requirements of this chapter, shall be allowed as a home occupation special use. Nothing in this chapter, or in any companion regulatory provision adopted in any other provision of this code, is intended to grant, nor shall they be construed as granting, immunity from criminal prosecution for growing, sale, consumption, use, distribution, or possession of marihuana not in strict compliance with that Act and the General Rules. Also, since federal law is not affected by that Act or the General Rules, nothing in this chapter, or in any companion regulatory provision adopted in any other provision of this code, is intended to grant, nor shall they be construed as granting, immunity from criminal prosecution under federal law. The state Medical Marihuana Act does not protect users, caregivers or the owners of properties on which the medical use of marihuana is occurring from federal prosecution, or from having their property seized by federal authorities under the federal Controlled Substances Act. The following requirements for a registered primary caregiver shall apply:

(a) The medical use of marihuana shall comply at all times and in all circumstances with the state Medical Marihuana Act and the General Rules of the Michigan Department of Community Health, as they may be amended from time to time;

(b) A registered primary caregiver must be located outside of a 1,000-foot radius from any school, including child care or day care facility, to insure community compliance with federal “Drug- Free School Zone” requirements;

(c) A registered primary caregiver must be located outside of a 1,000-foot radius from any other registered primary caregiver;

(d) Not more than one primary caregiver shall be permitted to service qualifying patients on a parcel;

(e) Not more than five qualifying patients shall be assisted with the medical use of marihuana within any given calendar week;

(f) All medical marihuana shall be contained within the main building in an enclosed, locked facility inaccessible on all sides and equipped with locks or other security devices that permit access only by the registered primary caregiver or qualifying patient, as reviewed and approved by the village Police Department;

(g) All necessary building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits shall be obtained for any portion of the residential structure in which electrical wiring, lighting and/or watering devices that support the cultivation, growing or harvesting of marihuana are located;

(h) If a room with windows is utilized as a growing location, any lighting methods that exceed usual residential periods between the hours of 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. shall employ shielding methods, without alteration to the exterior of the residence, to prevent ambient light spillage that may create a distraction for adjacent residential properties;

(i) That portion of the residential structure where energy usage and heat exceeds typical residential use, such as a grow room, and the storage of any chemicals such as herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers shall be subject to inspection and approval by the Pinckney Area Fire Department to insure compliance with the state Fire Protection Code.

(B) Educational institutions.

(1) Principal uses. Elementary, middle and high schools, vocational schools and higher education institutions.

(2) Lot area. The minimum lot area shall be one acre.

(3) Road frontage and access.

(a) At least one lot line shall abut an arterial road or collector road.

(b) All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(4) Accessory use. Support uses offered solely to students may be permitted provided they are strictly an accessory use to the principal use. The uses may include, but are not limited to: latch key child care programs, child care centers, congregate student dining and social and recreational facilities such as playgrounds and play fields.

(C) Nursing homes and homes for the aged.

(1) Road frontage and access.

(a) At least one lot line shall abut an arterial road or collector road.

(b) All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(2) Setbacks. The following setbacks shall apply to structures, excluding signs, walls and fences:

(a) No structure less than two stories in height shall be closer than 50 feet to any street line or to any lot line abutting a residential district or use;

(b) No structure two or more stories in height shall be closer than 100 feet to any street line or to any lot line abutting a residential district or use; and

(c) Structures shall be setback from any lot line abutting a nonresidential district and use as specified for permitted uses on the subject site.

(3) Enclosure and screening. Ambulance and delivery areas shall be obscured from all residential districts and uses by a solid fence or masonry wall no less than four feet and no more than six feet in height.

(4) Accessory use. Support uses offered solely to residents may be permitted provided they are strictly accessory uses to the principal use. The uses may include congregate dining, health care, personal services and social, recreational and educational facilities.

(D) Recreation.

(1) Principal uses. Commercial outdoor recreation and commercial indoor recreation. (Public indoor recreation is included within the definition of public building, see § 152.267)

(2) Road frontage and access. If the site and proposed uses are intended to serve areas beyond the immediate neighborhood, at least one lot line shall abut a paved public road. All vehicular access shall be directly from the road.

(3) Setbacks. The following setbacks shall apply to parking and structures, including spectator seating, but excluding signs, walls and fences. Where unique site conditions apply, the Planning Commission may modify these setback requirements.

(a) All parking and structures shall be setback at least 50 feet from any street line or lot line abutting a nonresidential district and use.

(b) All parking and structures shall be setback at least 100 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use.

(4) Enclosure and screening. Swimming pools shall comply with the enclosure and access requirements in § 152.262(H).

(5) Modifications. The Planning Commission may modify off-street parking requirements in those instances wherein it is demonstrated that a significant number of the site's users will be pedestrians.

(E) Indoor self-storage facility.

(1) Principal use. Indoor storage of personal goods within a completely enclosed building.

(2) Accessory use. The only permitted accessory use shall be limited retail sales to tenants of locks, packing materials and similar goods incidental to the principal use.

(3) Prohibited uses.

(a) Commercial activity other than the principal use and accessory use permitted above.

(b) Storage of any goods or materials outside of a completely enclosed building.

(c) Storage of combustible, flammable, explosive or toxic liquids or materials within storage units or elsewhere upon the premises.

(4) Lot area. The minimum lot area shall be two acres and the maximum lot area shall be five acres.

(5) Road frontage and access.

(a) At least one lot line shall abut an arterial road or collector road.

(b) All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(c) Access to the site shall be restricted to employees, tenants and emergency response vehicles only, by means of locked gates and/or other access-control devices.

(6) Setbacks. The following setbacks shall apply to structures, excluding signs, walls and fences:

(a) Structures shall be setback at least 50 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use; and

(b) Structures shall be setback from any lot line abutting a nonresidential district and use as specified for permitted uses on the subject site.

(7) Lot coverage. Lot coverage shall not exceed 40%.

(8) Enclosure and screening.

(a) The perimeter of the site shall be completely surrounded by a wall or fence no less than four feet and no more than six feet in height. The use of barbed wire or electrical fencing shall not be permitted.

(b) The wall or fence shall be setback at least 30 feet from all street lines and from any lot line abutting a residential district or use.

(c) The setback area between the wall or fence and street line or residential lot line shall be landscaped with appropriate plant materials.

(d) The design and materials used for the wall or fence and for landscaping within the setback area shall be approved by the Planning Commission.

(9) Internal circulation and off-street parking.

(a) All storage units shall be accessible via an interior drive clearly marked to distinguish vehicle direction and parking areas.

(b) The applicant shall demonstrate that emergency response vehicles can both fully access the premises and safely circulate through the site. Sufficient area and turning radii shall be provided at the end of all storage units to accommodate emergency response vehicles. The distance between storage unit buildings shall be no less than 35 feet. Where no parking is provided between storage unit buildings, the building separation may be a reduced to no less than 25 feet.

(c) Interior drives and off-street parking areas shall be paved with a permanent surface of concrete or asphalt and shall be graded and drained to dispose of all storm water without negatively impacting surrounding property.

(10) Facility management office. If a management office for the facility is provided, the office shall be located within the walled or fenced area required by division (E)(8) above, and calculated as part of the maximum 40% lot coverage. Parking for the office shall not be less than one parking space for every 25 storage units on the site.

(F) Child care facilities.

(1) Family day care homes. Family day care homes serving six or fewer children shall be considered a residential use of property and a permitted use in all residential districts.

(2) Group child care homes. Group child care homes serving seven to 12 children shall comply with the following:

(a) Appropriate licenses with the State of Michigan shall be maintained;

(b) There shall be no more than one dwelling unit on the subject lot. Child care activities shall not be permitted within any structure other than the dwelling unit;

(c) No structure on the subject lot shall be constructed or altered for nonresidential use;

(d) There shall be a minimum of 35 square feet of indoor play area for every licensed child care slot. The play area shall not exceed 25% of the floor area of the dwelling unit. Indoor play areas shall not include bathrooms, kitchens, closets or storage areas, utility rooms, enclosed porches or similar spaces;

(e) There shall be a useable outdoor playground on the premises:

1. The playground shall not be located within the front yard, unless the Planning Commission specifically finds that it is the most appropriate location;

2. The minimum size of the playground shall be no less than 100 square feet for every licensed child care slot. The Planning Commission may reduce or waive this requirement if a public park is located within 500 feet of the subject lot;

3. All playgrounds shall be enclosed by a wall or fence at least four feet but no more than six feet in height and designed for child safety; and

4. The Planning Commission may require the playground to be obscured from abutting residential districts and uses by plant material.

(f) The hours of operation shall not exceed 16 hours within a 24-hour period. Activity between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. shall be limited so that the drop-off and pick-up of children is not disruptive to neighboring residents.

(3) Child care centers. Child care centers shall comply with divisions (F)(2)(a) through (f) above.

(G) Funeral homes, not including crematoriums.

(1) Appropriate licenses with the State of Michigan shall be maintained.

(2) Road frontage and access:

(a) At least one lot line shall abut an arterial road or collector road; and

(b) All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(3) The following setbacks shall apply to structures, excluding signs, walls and fences:

(a) All structures shall be setback at least 40 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use; and

(b) All structures shall be setback at least 20 feet from any lot line abutting a nonresidential district and use.

(4) Loading areas used by ambulances, hearses or other service vehicles shall be completely obscured from all surrounding properties as shown on the site plan and approved by the Planning Commission.

(5) Sufficient off-street parking and vehicle assembly area shall be provided for the purpose of conducting funeral processions. The assembly area shall be provided in addition to the requirements of §§ 152.280et seq. A circulation plan identifying the arrangement of the vehicle assembly area shall be provided as part of the required preliminary site plan.

(H) Vehicle service stations, repair services and washes.

(1) Principal uses. Vehicle service stations, vehicle repair services and car washes.

(2) Prohibited uses.

(a) Vehicle sales, including vehicle dealerships;

(b) Equipment or activity related to vehicle repair services outside of a completely enclosed building;

(c) Outdoor commercial display or storage of vehicle parts, supplies or repair equipment, except within an area defined on the site plan, approved by the Planning Commission and located no more than ten feet beyond the principal building;

(d) Storage of inoperative or unlicensed vehicles for more than 14 days. The storage shall not occur in the front yard side yard or road; and

(e) Storage of discarded or salvaged materials.

(3) Lot area. The minimum lot area shall be 15,000 square feet.

(4) Road frontage and access.

(a) The subject lot shall have at least 66 feet of frontage on an arterial road or collector road.

(b) All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(5) Setbacks. The following setbacks shall apply to structures including fuel pumps, but excluding signs, walls and fences:

(a) Street line:

1. Buildings shall be setback at least 50 feet from the edge of any road right-of-way; and

2. All other structures shall be setback at least 15 feet from the edge of any road right-of-way.

(b) Structures shall be setback at least 50 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use.

(c) Structures shall be setback from any lot line abutting a nonresidential district and use as specified for permitted uses on the subject site.

(6) Enclosure and screening.

(a) If the subject lot is adjacent to a residential district or use, all commercial activity shall be completely obscured from the residential district or use by means of a continuous solid wall or fence six feet in height and a landscaped buffer area in compliance with § 152.329.

(b) Outside dumpsters shall be completely enclosed and obscured by an opaque fence or wall and gate and in compliance with § 152.262(M).

(7) Drainage of storm water. The entire service area shall be paved with a permanent surface of concrete or asphalt and shall be graded and drained to dispose of all storm water without negatively impacting adjacent property.

(8) Car washes. All vehicles waiting to enter the facility shall be provided with adequate off-street stacking spaces. No vehicle stacking area shall cross any maneuvering lane, drive, sidewalk or public right-of-way. A bypass lane or other suitable means of direct access to a public road shall be provided for vehicles that do not use the car wash.

(I) Restaurants, taverns and nightclubs.

(1) Principal uses. Standard restaurants, fast food restaurants, taverns and nightclubs.

(2) Lot area. The minimum lot area shall be 15,000 square feet.

(3) Road frontage and access. All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(4) Setbacks. The following setbacks shall apply to structures, excluding signs, walls and fences:

(a) Structures shall be setback at least 15 feet from the edge of any road right-of-way;

(b) Structures shall be setback at least 50 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use; and

(c) Structures shall be setback from any lot line abutting a nonresidential district and use as specified for permitted uses on the subject site.

(5) Enclosure and screening.

(a) If the subject lot is adjacent to a residential district or use, all commercial activity shall be completely obscured from the residential district or use by means of a continuous solid wall or fence six feet in height and a landscaped buffer area in compliance with § 152.329.

(b) Outside dumpsters shall be completely enclosed and obscured by an opaque fence or wall and gate, in compliance with § 152.262(M).

(6) Fast food restaurants.

(a) All patrons served in their vehicles via a drive-through facility shall be provided with adequate off-street standing spaces. No vehicle stacking areas shall cross any maneuvering lane, drive, sidewalk or public right-of-way. A bypass lane or other suitable means of access to a public road shall be provided for automobiles that do not use the drive-through facility.

(b) One illuminated menu board sign shall be allowed in addition to all other signs permitted by §§ 152.300et seq. The surface area of the menu board sign shall not exceed 32 square feet and the height shall not exceed six feet above grade.

(7) Fast food restaurants, open front restaurants and outdoor cafés. The Village Planning Commission may restrict outdoor loudspeakers or hours of operation to control noise.

(8) Serving alcohol. All restaurants, taverns and nightclubs permitted by the Planning Commission to serve alcohol shall comply in every respect with the Michigan Liquor Control Code of 1998, as amended.

(J) Veterinary clinics.

(1) Lot area. The minimum lot area shall be 15,000 square feet.

(2) Road frontage and access. All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(3) Setbacks. The following setbacks shall apply to structures, excluding signs, walls and fences:

(a) All structures shall be setback from the edge of any road right-of-way as required by the zoning district in which they are located;

(b) All structures shall be setback at least 50 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use; and

(c) Structures shall be setback from any lot line abutting a nonresidential district and use as specified for permitted uses on the subject site.

(4) Odors and sounds. All facilities shall be completely enclosed within a building in such a manner as to produce no odor or sound at the lot line. No outdoor exercise runs, pens or kennels shall be allowed.

(K) Commercial outdoor display.

(1) Principal uses. Outdoor sale of vehicles, recreational equipment, manufactured homes, farm equipment, building supplies, contractor's yards, construction equipment, garden and/or landscape supplies and similar goods.

(2) Accessory uses. Car washes, vehicle service stations and minor vehicle repair may be permitted only as incidental accessory uses, and shall be conducted entirely within a completely enclosed building.

(3) Prohibited uses.

(a) Major vehicle repair;

(b) Storage of inoperative or unlicensed vehicles;

(c) Storage of discarded or salvaged materials; and

(d) Loudspeakers or other devices for broadcasting music and/or announcements.

(4) Lot area. The minimum lot area shall be 35,000 square feet.

(5) Road frontage and access.

(a) At least one lot line shall abut an arterial road or collector road.

(b) All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(6) Setbacks. The following setbacks apply to structures, excluding signs, walls and fences:

(a) Structures shall be setback at least 50 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use; and

(b) Structures shall be setback from any lot line abutting a nonresidential district and use as specified for permitted uses on the subject site.

(7) Enclosure and screening. If the subject lot is adjacent to or across a road or alley from a residential district or use, all outdoor commercial displays shall be obscured from the residential district or use by means of a continuous solid wall or fence six feet in height and a landscaped buffer area in compliance with § 152.329.

(8) Outdoor commercial display area. The entire outdoor commercial display area shall be graded and drained to dispose of all storm water without negatively impacting adjacent property.

(9) Stockpiles. Any stockpiles of soil, fertilizer or similarly loose material shall be sufficiently covered and contained to prevent dust, blowing or draining of the material off-site.

(L) Supermarkets and department stores.

(1) Principal uses. Supermarkets, department stores and retail stores with more than 5,000 square feet of floor area.

(2) Lot size. The minimum lot area shall be 15,000 square feet.

(3) Road frontage and access:

(a) The subject lot shall have at least 66 feet of frontage on an arterial road or collector road; and

(b) All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(4) Setbacks. The following setbacks shall apply to structures, excluding signs, walls and fences:

(a) Street line:

1. Buildings shall be setback at least 50 feet from the edge of any road right-of-way; and

2. All other structures shall be setback at least 15 feet from the edge of any road right-of-way.

(b) Structures shall be setback at least 50 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use; and

(c) Structures shall be setback from any lot line abutting a nonresidential district or use as specified for permitted uses on the subject site.

(5) Enclosure and screening.

(a) If the subject lot is adjacent to a residential district or use, all commercial activity shall be completely obscured from the residential district or use by means of a continuous solid wall or fence no less than four feet and no more than six feet in height and a landscaped buffer area in compliance with § 152.329.

(b) Outside dumpsters shall be completely enclosed and obscured by an opaque fence or wall and gate, in compliance with § 152.262(M).

(6) Parking and loading areas. Parking and loading areas shall be paved with a permanent surface of concrete or asphalt and shall be graded and drained to dispose of all storm water without negatively impacting surrounding property.

(7) Building height. No building shall be erected or altered to a height greater than one story.

(M) Hotels and motels.

(1) Lot area. The minimum lot area shall be one acre.

(2) Road frontage and access.

(a) The subject lot shall have at least 66 feet of frontage on an arterial road or collector road.

(b) All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(3) Setbacks. The following setbacks shall apply to structures, excluding signs, walls and fences:

(a) Street line:

1. All buildings shall be setback at least 50 feet from the edge of any road right-of-way;

2. All other structures shall be setback at least 15 feet from the edge of any road right of-way; and

3. Within developed neighborhoods, the Village Planning Commission may allow the front setback line to be established by at least 50% of the buildings within 300 feet of either side of the subject lot.

(b) Structures shall be setback at least 50 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use; and

(c) Structures shall be setback from any lot line abutting a nonresidential district and use as specified for permitted uses on the subject site.

(4) Enclosure and screening.

(a) If the subject lot is adjacent to a residential district or use, all commercial activity shall be completely obscured from the residential district or use by means of a continuous solid wall or fence no less than four feet and no more than six feet in height and a landscaped buffer area in compliance with § 152.329.

(b) Outside dumpsters shall be completely enclosed and obscured by an opaque fence or wall and gate, in compliance with § 152.262(M).

(5) Parking and loading areas shall be paved with a permanent surface of concrete or asphalt and shall be graded and drained to dispose of all storm water without negatively impacting surrounding property.

(N) Changeable message signs.

(1) Purpose. To promote traffic safety, enhance environmental aesthetics and ensure greater public participation in decisions about the placement of changeable message signs in the Village of Pinckney, changeable message signs shall comply with the requirements of §§ 152.242 and 152.300et seq. and the following design standards:

(a) The placement of the sign on the lot shall not impair the traffic safety of motorists or pedestrians. Compliance with this standard shall be verified by all applicable road authorities including:

1. Michigan Department of Transportation for signs visible from M-36;

2. Livingston County Road Commission for signs visible from D-19 or Dexter-Pinckney Road; and/or

3. Village Department of Public Works Director, Village Engineer or other designee for signs visible from all other village roads.

(b) The placement of the sign on the lot shall not be detrimental to environmental aesthetics by creating visual clutter or obstructing views of significant architectural or natural features;

(c) The message change cycle of a changeable message sign shall not be less than one minute per message, except in a combined time and temperature sign where the change cycle shall be not less than 30 seconds;

(d) The changeable message shall have no more than two lines and no more than 18 characters per line, exclusive of a combined time and temperature indication; and

(e) Flashing, blinking, moving and/or scrolling lights are prohibited.

(O) Artificial ponds.

(1) Uses. Ponds constructed on private property for the purpose of aesthetic value, recreation, wildlife habitat, irrigation and fire protection, and ponds created as a result of excavation, including mining operations but not including:

(a) Naturally occurring wetlands;

(b) Storm water detention or retention ponds regulated by the Livingston County Drain Commissioner; and

(c) Swimming pools as defined in § 152.267. Swimming pools are distinguished from artificial ponds because of their:

1. Impervious manufactured liners;

2. Source of water that is not directly dependent upon natural drainage, a watercourse or groundwater aquifer; and

3. Complete seasonal drainage by the property owner.

(2) Prohibited uses. Any pond created by impounding a watercourse by means of an embankment, dam or other obstruction is prohibited.

(3) Federal, state and county compliance. The requirements of federal, state and county agencies that regulate floodplains, wetlands, land clearing or grading and drainage, including detention and retention ponds, supersede village special land use permit requirements. Soil erosion control during construction shall comply with Livingston County Drain Commissioner permitting requirements.

(4) Site development standards. Large and small artificial ponds.

(a) The minimum lot area shall be as follows:

1. Artificial ponds one acre or more in surface area: four acres; and

2. Artificial ponds less than one acre in surface area: one acre.

(b) Artificial ponds shall cover less than 25% of the lot area.

(c) The minimum depth shall be 18 inches and the maximum depth shall be ten feet.

(d) No excavation shall occur within 100 feet of a wetland, lake, river, stream or mapped floodplain boundary.

(e) No excavation shall occur within 50 feet of any road right-of-way or lot line in order to ensure sublateral support to surrounding property.

(f) Artificial ponds shall be located to minimize the chance of pollution from septic tanks, industries and similar sources.

(g) Location under power lines shall be avoided.

(h) The location and design of artificial ponds shall not adversely impact existing drainage, wetlands, floodplains, lakes, rivers, streams, groundwater levels, wildlife habitat, neighboring properties or public health, safety or welfare. Evidence of compliance with this standard shall be submitted and sealed by an engineer licensed in the State of Michigan.

(i) Erosion control during construction shall comply with the Livingston County Drain Commissioner's permitting requirements.

(j) Permanent erosion control shall be provided for disturbed surface areas and the margins of the artificial pond as approved by the Planning Commission.

(k) Where the artificial pond is determined by the Planning Commission to be a public hazard, it shall be completely enclosed by a fence no less than four feet and no more than six feet in height. Fences shall be adequate to allow maintenance access and prevent trespass and shall be placed no closer than 50 feet to the top or bottom of any slope.

(l) Artificial ponds shall be adequately maintained and not create a nuisance in regards to mosquitoes, stagnant algae or accumulated trash or debris.

(m) No building shall be erected on the premises except as may be a permitted use in the zoning district.

(P) Residential open space development. Residential open space development shall be permitted as a special land use in the Low Density Residential (R1), Medium Density Residential (R2) and High Density Residential (R3) Districts, subject to the following:

(1) The provisions of this subchapter;

(2) Residential Open-Space Development and § 152.266; and

(3) The Condominium Public Act 59 of 1978, being M.C.L.A. §§ 559.101 through 559.272, Land Division Act, Public Act 288 of 1967, being M.C.L.A. §§ 560.101 through 560. 293 and Village of Pinckney Ordinance No. 31, as amended.

(Q) Bed and breakfast establishments.

(1) Intent. It is the intent of this section is to permit the operation of bed and breakfast establishments as a vehicle for preserving historical resources within the village. Historical preservation is recognized as a public purpose by statute and local ordinance as a means to safeguard local heritage, preserve cultural, social, economic, political and architectural history, to stabilize and improve property values, to foster civic beauty, to strengthen local economies and to promote the education, pleasure and welfare of the citizenry. The purpose of this section is to advance those goals by enhancing the viability of historical preservation.

(2) Satisfactory conditions. Bed and breakfast establishments shall be required to satisfy all of the following conditions.

(a) Each premises must be occupied and operated by its owner.

(b) The proposed use shall not cause a nuisance to adjoining residences due to noise, odor, lighting or traffic.

(c) No bed and breakfast sleeping room shall be permitted that does not comply with the Michigan Building Code.

(d) No kitchen or other food preparation area or facilities shall be provided in or available to the rooms in a bed and breakfast operation. Cooking facilities in a dwelling containing a bed and breakfast operation shall be limited to the residential kitchen.

(e) Bed and breakfast bedrooms shall be a minimum of 120 square feet for the first two occupants and an additional 30 square feet for each additional occupant.

(f) The stay of bed and breakfast occupants shall be no more than 14 consecutive days and not more than 30 days in any one calendar year.

(g) The operator of each facility shall keep a list of the names of all persons staying at the bed and breakfast, which list shall be available for inspection by the Building Inspector or village designee.

(h) One bathroom for every three sleeping rooms shall be provided, with a minimum of two bathrooms.

(i) Every bed and breakfast bedroom shall contain a functional smoke detector, and an approved fire extinguisher shall be located on each floor on which such sleeping room is located.

(j) One parking space shall be provided off-street in the side or rear yard area for each bed and breakfast bedroom. The Planning Commission may increase or decrease required parking in order to meet the purposes of this section and protect the public health and safety.

(k) Meals or other services provided on the premises shall only be available to residents, employees and overnight guests of the inn.

(l) Maximum sign size shall be five square feet with a maximum height of six feet. Sign materials are to be compatible with the architecture of the building. Signs must meet setback standards for the district in which they are located. Internal illumination is prohibited.

(m) No exterior alterations to the structure shall be made which would change the residential appearance of the structure.

(n) The applicant shall comply with any fire and life safety requirements imposed by the Livingston County Building Department according to the Building or Fire Code.

(R) Outdoor storage lot for recreational vehicles.

(1) Principal use. Outdoor storage of unoccupied recreational vehicles, as defined in § 152.267, which would include boats, jet skis, snowmobiles and temporary dwellings such as motor homes.

(2) Accessory use. The only permitted accessory uses shall be:

(a) Village approved facilities for emptying and flushing holding tanks, filling or emptying water tanks, inflating tires, minor recreational vehicles repairs, and similar operations that could be required.

(b) Accessory retail sales limited to the tenants of items incidental to the recreational vehicles storage and could include packing materials and goods to assist in "mothballing" vehicles.

(3) Prohibited uses.

(a) Commercial activity other than the principal use and accessory use permitted above.

(b) Sales of bottled gas, special gasoline for stoves and lanterns, fuel oil, and similar specialized convenience goods.

(c) Storage of materials or equipment, inoperative or unlicensed recreational vehicles, and commercial activities other than what may be reasonable as an accessory use.

(d) Storage of combustible, flammable, explosive or toxic liquids or materials.

(e) Storage of unoccupied mobile homes that are designed and normally used for year-round living in a permanent location is prohibited in a recreational storage area.

(f) The outdoor storage of wrecked vehicles, junk or supplies shall be strictly prohibited.

(g) Recreational vehicles in storage shall not be connected to electricity, water, gas, or sanitary sewer services while in storage.

(h) Recreational vehicles in storage shall not be used for living or housekeeping purposes, or habitation of any kind.

(4) Lot area. The minimum lot area shall be two acres and the maximum lot area shall be five acres.

(5) Road frontage and access.

(a) At least one lot line shall abut an arterial road or collector road.

(b) All vehicular access shall be directly from an arterial road or collector road.

(c) Access to the site shall be restricted to employees, tenants and emergency response vehicles only, by means of locked gates and/or other access-control devices.

(6) Setbacks. The following setbacks shall apply to structures, excluding signs, walls and fences:

(a) Structures shall be setback at least 50 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use. Structures should comply with setbacks of the underlying zoning district when not abutting a residential district or use.

(b) Structures shall be setback at least 25 feet from any lot line abutting a nonresidential district.

(c) Recreational vehicles storage shall be setback at least 15 feet from any lot line when not abutting a residential district or use, and 50 feet from a lot line when abutting a residential district or use.

(7) Impervious Surface Ratio. Because of the nature of the outdoor storage lot use, the requirement for lot coverage shall be based upon a lot impervious surface ratio that takes into consideration not only buildings, but also paved areas including parking, internal roadways, and sidewalks.

(a) IMPERVIOUS SURFACESfor the purposes of this special use shall be defined as a hard surface area that prevents or substantially impedes the natural infiltration of water into the underlying soil, resulting in an increased volume and velocity of surface water runoff. Impervious surfaces include, but are not limited to, buildings, roadways, driveways, parking, sidewalks, patios, and paved recreational facilities.

(b) The IMPERVIOUS SURFACE RATIO (ISR) for the purposes of this special use shall be defined as the total area of impervious surfaces divided by the net area of the lot, excluding any road right-of-way.

(c) The allowable IMPERVIOUS SURFACE RATIO (ISR) for the purposes of this special use shall be a maximum of 65%.

(8) Height.

(a) All buildings on the property must comply with the maximum height for buildings allowed in the SBD District, being 2 1/2 stories or 35 feet, whichever is less.

(b) All vehicles or units stored on the outdoor recreational vehicle storage lot must be limited to a maximum of 14 feet in height.

(9) Enclosure and screening.

(a) The perimeter of the site shall be completely surrounded by a wall or fence of six feet in height. The use of barbed wire or electrical fencing shall not be permitted.

(b) The wall or fence shall be setback at least 30 feet from any lot line abutting a residential district or use.

(c) The wall or fence shall be setback at least 20 feet from any street lines.

(d) The setback area between the wall or fence and street line or residential lot line shall be landscaped with appropriate plant materials.

(e) The design and materials used for the wall or fence and for landscaping within the setback area shall be approved by the Planning Commission.

(10) Internal circulation and off-street parking.

(a) All storage spaces/units shall be accessible via an interior drive clearly marked to distinguish vehicle direction and parking areas. All traffic aisles, whether primary or secondary, shall be no less than 31 feet.

(b) The applicant shall demonstrate that emergency response vehicles can both fully access the premises and safely circulate through the site. Sufficient area and turning radii shall be provided at the end of all storage spaces/units to accommodate emergency response vehicles.

(c) The outside storage spaces/units should be clearly marked (with striping, staking, or another approved method).

(d) Interior drives and off-street parking areas shall be paved with a permanent surface of concrete or asphalt and shall be graded and drained to dispose of all storm water without negatively impacting surrounding property.

(11) Facility management office. If a management office for the facility is provided, the office shall be located within the walled or fenced area required by division (R)(9) above, and calculated as part of the maximum lot coverage. Parking for the office shall not be less than one parking space for every 25 storage spaces/units on the site.

(Ord. 37, passed 8-28-2005; Ord. 88, passed 7-13-2009; Ord. 91, passed 10-12-2009; Ord. 104, passed 5-9-2011; Ord. 134, passed 11-14-2016) Penalty, see § 152.999