Buffer zones

• A. Between a B-3 zone and any R zone, there shall be created and maintained a buffer zone with a minimum dimension of 50 feet. This buffer zone shall consist of vegetation, fencing, or other manner of buffering designed to shield the neighboring R zone from direct view and to diffuse sound generated on the B-3 site.
• B. No structure shall be built within the buffer zone. No parking shall be permitted within the buffer zone. Topography may be changed to accomplish the intent of the buffer zone requirements. The buffer zone may contain a playground, walking path, or similar recreational or educational provisions which will serve as an accessory to the principal use of the site. Any such intended use must be proposed as part of the site plan review for review and approval. A variance may be sought to these requirements through unified development review.

  [Amended 9-10-2018 by Ord. No. 2018-15]

Note: In any yard where there is frontage on a public right-of-way, there must be planted and maintained a vegetated area that occupies the entire required setback. This vegetated buffer may contain sidewalks, sitting areas, or other similar public uses that would contribute to a park-like feel.