17.04.010 Zoning requirements adopted--Applicability.

The following zoning requirements are adopted and shall be and are binding upon those unincorporated lands in the Pueblo Region and situate within the boundaries of Pueblo County, Colorado:

AUGUST 8, 1963 - Beginning at the Northwest (NW) corner of Section Thirty-One (31), Township Nineteen (19) South, Range Sixty-five (65) West; thence Easterly to the Northeast (NE) corner of Section Thirty-six (36), Township Nineteen (19) South, Range Sixty-three (63) West, 95,040 feet, more or less; thence Southerly to the Southeast (SE) corner of Section Twenty-four (24), Township Twenty (20) South, Range Sixty-three (63) West, 26,400 feet, more or less; thence Easterly to the northeast (NE) corner of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4) of Section Thirty (30), Township Twenty (20) South, Range Sixty-two (62) West, 2,640 feet, more or less; thence Southerly to the Southeast (SE) corner of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4) of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4) of Section Thirty-one (31), Township Twenty (20) South, Range Sixty-two (62) West, 6,600 feet, more or less; thence Southeasterly along the property line of the Pueblo Depot Activity to the Southeast (SE) corner of the Southwest Quarter (SW 1/4) of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4) of Section Thirty-two (32), Township Twenty (20) South, Range Sixty- two (62) West, 4,200 feet, more or less; thence Easterly along the property line of the Pueblo Depot Activity to the Northeast (NE) corner of the South Half (S 1/2) of Section Thirty-five (35), Township Twenty (20) South, Range Sixty-two (62) West, 19,800 feet, more or less; thence Southerly to the Southeast (SE) corner of Section Eleven (11), Township Twenty-one (21) South, Range Sixty-two (62) West, 13,200 feet, more or less; thence Westerly to the Southwest (SW) corner of Section Eleven (11), Township Twenty-one (21) South, Range Sixty-three (63) West, 36,960 feet more or less, thence Southerly to the Southeast (SE) corner of Section Thirty-four (34), Township Twenty-one (21) South, Range Sixty-three (63) West, 21,120 feet, more or less; thence Westerly to the Southwest (SW) corner of Section Thirty-one (31), Township Twenty-one (21) South, Range Sixty-five (65) West, 84,480 feet, more or less; thence Northerly, 68,640 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning, containing an area of 239.37 square miles, more or less.

ADDED JANUARY 6, 1967 - Beginning at the northeast corner of Pueblo County, said point being the intersection of the township line common to Townships 17 and 18 South, and the range line common to Ranges 59 and 60 West of the 6th Principal Meridian; thence west, along the township line common to the said Townships 17 and 18 South, to the range line common to Ranges 67 and 68 West; thence south along the said range line common to the said Ranges 67 and 68 West, to the Fourth Correction Line South; thence west along the said Fourth Correction Line South to the range line common to Ranges 68 and 69 West; thence south, along the said range line common to Ranges 68 and 69 West to the summit of the Greenhorn Range of mountains; thence southward along said range of mountains to the summit of Cuerno Verde Peak; thence northeast in a straight line to Corral de Toros on the Huerfano River, the terminus of said straight line being a point in the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 3, Township 25 South, Range 65 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, thence the east one-quarter corner of the said Section 3 bears N.27 degrees-56 feet E. a distance of 10.862 chains (716.89 feet); thence eastward to the Iron Springs, this point being on the range line common to Ranges 59 and 60 West, and being 11.44 chains (755.04 feet) north of the Southeast corner of Section 36, Township 26 South, Range 60 West of the 6th Principal Meridian; thence north along the range line common to Ranges 59 and 60 to the Fourth Correction Line South; thence east, along said Fourth Correction Line South, to the range line common to Ranges 59 and 60 West; thence north, along the range line common to Ranges 59 and 60 West to the point of beginning; said described County of Pueblo contains 2,414 square miles, more or less.

17.04.020 Permitted uses of land and buildings.

Except as otherwise provided, no zoning permit shall be issued for a use not specifically mentioned or described unless in the judgment of the County Zoning Administrator or the Pueblo County Planning Commission the proposed use is similar to a use listed. In the case of a proposal for a use not specifically mentioned or described, an amendment may be initiated as provided in Chapter 17.144.

17.04.030 Violations and penalties.

   A. Violations. It shall be unlawful to erect, construct, reconstruct, alter, maintain, or use any building or structure or to use any land in violation of the provisions of Title 17 or any amendment thereof.  Any person, firm, or corporation, either as owner, lessee, occupant, or otherwise, who violates any of the provisions of Title 17 or any amendment thereof shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
   B. Penalties. The violation of any provision of Title 17 shall be punishable as provided by law. Each day or portion thereof, any violation of any provisions of Title 17 shall continue shall constitute a separate offense.

17.04.040 Definitions.

   A. General. When not inconsistent with the content, words used in the present tense including the future; words in the singular number include the plural number; and the masculine includes the feminine.

   1. The word "shall" is mandatory.

   2. The word "may" is permissive.

   3. The word "person" includes a firm, association, organization, partnership, trust, company or corporation, as well as an individual.

   4. Whenever the words "dwelling" or "dwelling unit," "rooming house," "rooming unit," or "premises" are used, they shall be construed as though they were followed by the words "or any part thereof."

   5. The word "building" includes the word "structure;" the term "used" includes the words "arranged," "designed" or "intended to be used," the term "occupied" includes the words "arranged," "designed" or "intended to be occupied."

   6. If a term or word causes difficulties in interpretation and is not herein defined or properly described, the County Planning Commission shall define the terms and recommend to the Board of County Commissioners that it amend this resolution to include an appropriate definition.

   B. Specific. For the purpose of this resolution certain words and terms are defined as follows.  "Flood or Flooding, Floodplain or Flood-Prone Area, Floodproofing, Flood Profile, Flood Intermediate Regional" and any other "flood" terms, refer to Chapter 17.108 Flood Hazard Area Regulations, Section 17.108.050 Definitions.

   "Accessory use and building" means a subordinate use of a building, other structure, or tract of land, or a subordinate building or other structure: (a) which is clearly incidental to the use of the principal building, other structure or use of land; (b) which is customary in connection with the principal building, other structure or use of land; and (c) which is ordinarily located on the same lot with the principal building, other structure or use of land.

   "Adult amusement or entertainment" means an amusement or entertainment which is distinguished or characterized by an emphasis on acts or material regardless of the medium of communication used, depicting, describing or related to "specified sexual activities" or "specified anatomical areas" as defined herein, including, but not limited to the presentation of topless or bottomless dancers, exotic dancers, strippers, male or female impersonators or similar such entertainment.

   "Adult bookstore or gift shop or adult video store" means a business or other enterprise or establishment having as a substantial and significant portion, but not less than twenty (20) percent, or its stock in trade, revenues, space or advertising expenditures, resulting from the sale, renting or viewing of one or more of the following:

   1. Books, magazines, periodicals, or other printed matter, or photographs, films, motion pictures, video cassettes or video reproductions, disks, laser disks, slides or other visual representations or communications which depict or describe specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas; or

   2. Instruments, devices or paraphernalia which are designed for specified sexual activities.

   "Adult cabaret" means a nightclub, bar, restaurant or similar type business or establishment which regularly features:

   1. Persons who appear in a state of nudity; or

   2. Live performances which are characterized by the exposure of specified anatomical areas or by specified sexual activities; or

   3. Films, motion pictures, video cassettes, slides, disks or laser disks or other photographic or visual reproductions which are characterized by their emphasis on the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas.

   "Adult hotel or motel" means a hotel, motel or similar business establishment which offers private rooms for the temporary occupancy of one or more individuals and provides to the public patrons live performances or closed circuit or in-room television transmissions, films, motion pictures, video cassettes, disks, laser disks, slides or other visual or photographic reproductions which are characterized by their emphasis on the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas.

   "Adult motion picture theater" means a business establishment where films, motion pictures, video cassettes, disks, laser disks, slides or similar visual or photographic reproductions are regularly shown which are characterized by their emphasis on the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas.

   "Adult photo studio" means a business establishment which, upon payment of a fee, provides photographic or other visual reproduction equipment and/or human models for the purposes of photographing specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas as defined herein.

   "Adult theater" means a theater, concert hall, auditorium or similar business establishment which regularly features persons who appear in a state of nudity or live performances which are characterized by the exposure of specified anatomical areas or by specified sexual activities.

   "Adult use" means any one of the following: adult amusement or entertainment, adult bookstore or gift store or video store, adult cabaret, adult hotel or motel, adult motion picture theater, adult photo studio, adult theater, a sexual encounter establishment as are otherwise defined herein.

   "Advertising," including "advertise" or "to advertise" or "advertisement," means to describe or "appraise publicly, to call public attention to or to inform or give information by words, symbols or pictures.

   "Advertising device" means any outdoor sign, display, device, figure, painting, drawing, message, placard, poster, billboard, or any other contrivance designed, intended or used to advertise or to give information in the nature of advertising and having the capacity of being visible from the travel way of any public road or highway, except any advertising device on a vehicle using the highway. The term "vehicle using the highway" does not include any vehicle parked near the highway for advertising purposes.

   "Advertising Device, Directional--Public Place" means an advertising device containing directional information about public places owned or operated by Federal, State or local governments or their agencies. Advertising devices for privately owned or operated places are either on-premises or off-premises advertising devices.

   "Advertising Device, Off-Premises" means an advertising device, including "billboard," which purpose is to advertise activities, goods or services not principally or primarily available on the premises upon which the device is located.

   "Advertising Device, Official" means any advertising device erected for a public purpose authorized by law, but the term shall not include devices advertising any private business. Authorized by law means a duly enacted statute, rule, regulation, ordinance, declaration or resolution by a governmental entity specifically authorizing the erection of such device by a governmental entity.

   "Advertising Device, On-Premises" means an advertising device or business sign whose purpose is to advertise the principal or primary activities, goods or services available upon the premises; or to identify the property upon which the sign is located; or to advertise the property as under construction or for sale or lease.

   "Agricultural custom contractor" means the provision of services necessary and customary to farming or ranching operations, requiring special knowledge, expertise or equipment, including the parking, servicing, repairing or maintenance of vehicles designed for on-road hauling of livestock or agricultural products, and including vehicles and machinery designed for the harvesting, planting, cultivating or processing of crops. The use "agricultural custom contractor" shall be considered a use-by-right in the A-1 and A-2 zone districts upon property containing a minimum of five contiguous acres. Notwithstanding the definition set forth herein in the A-3 and A-4 zone districts, the parking, servicing, repairing or maintenance of on-road hauling tractor trailer rigs, commonly termed "eighteen-wheelers," either as a unit, or individually, as trailer or tractor, is prohibited.

   "Agriculture". See "Farming" or "Ranching."

   "Airfield" means a place on land and/or water, where aircraft may land and/or take off. Does not include heliport.

   "Airport" means a place on land or water where aircraft may land to discharge or receive cargo and passengers, make repairs or take on fuel.

   "Alley" means a minor way which is used primarily for vehicular service access to the back or the side of properties otherwise abutting on a street.

   "Alter" means any structural change in the supporting or load bearing members of a building, such as bearing walls, columns, beams, girders or floor joists.

   "Amusement facility" means a facility for the amusement and enjoyment of the general public; this term shall include roller coasters, carousels and arcades.

   "Antique" means a fine art object, artifact, implement or household furnishing, over fifty (50) years old, which is characteristic of a specified area or country, or which has other historical and artistic significance.

   "Apartment House". See "Dwelling, multiple."

   "Apartment Hotel". See "Hotel, apartment."

   "Appropriate" means belonging peculiarly, or specially suitable.

   "Approved" means sanctioned by the appropriate official as required by law so long as all provisions of these zoning regulations are met.

   "Aquaponics" is a system that combines hydroponics (cultivating plants in water) with aquaculture (raising of fish and other aquatic animals) in a symbiotic relationship.

   "Assembly" means the joining together of completely fabricated parts to create a product.   

  "Atmospheric Light Pollution" means general sky glow caused by the scattering of artificial light in the atmosphere and resulting in decreased ability to see and enjoy the natural night sky.

   "Attached Building". See "Building, attached."

   "Auction" means a public sale in which real or personal property is sold to the highest bidder.

   "Automobile and trailer sales area" means an open area, other than a street, used for the display, sale or rental of new or used automobiles or trailers, and where no repair work is done, except minor incidental repair of automobiles or trailers to be displayed, sold or rented on the premises.

   "Auto repair shop" means a shop or place of business for repair and maintenance of automobiles, trucks and other automotive equipment, which carries a valid title and shows a work order; all others shall be classified as salvage and/or junk.

   "Automobile storage yards" means a yard used for the storage of assembled automobiles, either operable or non-operable, but not for the storage of automobile parts, provided that "automobile storage yard" shall not include any yard wherein there occurs any dismantling, demolition, or sale of automobiles or parts thereof.

   "Aviary" means a place for keeping birds confined for the purpose of breeding, raising, or selling.

   "Barber shop" means the place of business of one whose business it is to cut hair, and to shave or trim beards.

   "Beauty shop" means an establishment providing persons with services that includes hair treatment, manicures or facials.

   "Bed and breakfast" means a private residence that offers sleeping accommodations to lodgers in 14 or fewer rooms for rent, in the owner's principal residence.  The maximum stay is thirty days.

   "Block" means a distinct portion or plot of land in a platted subdivision described and numbered as a block on the recorded plat of said subdivision, or a distinct portion or plot of land bounded on all sides by public streets, alleys or easements.

   "Board" means the Zoning Board of Appeals.

   "Boarding house". See "House, rooming or boarding."

   "Brewery" is a facility for brewing, packaging, and distribution of ales, beers, meads, and/or similar beverages on site.

   "Buffer" means an area of land used to separate visibly one use from another or which acts as a separation between two land uses of different intensity.

   "Buildable area" means that portion of a lot or parcel that can be occupied by a building or structure.

   "Building" means a roofed structure for the support, shelter or enclosure of persons, animals or chattels. See "Structure."

  "Building area" means the total area on a horizontal plane at the average grade level of the principal building and including all accessory buildings measured along outside walls and exclusive of uncovered porches, terraces and steps.

   "Building, Attached" means a building attached to another building by a common wall (such wall being a solid wall with or without windows and doors) and/or a common roof with a common horizontal dimension of eight feet or more. See "Building, semi-attached."

   "Building, Height of" means the vertical distance at the center of a building’s principal front measured from the established street grade to the highest point of the coping of a flat roof, or to the center height between the eaves and ridge for pitched roofs. For buildings set back from the street line, the height of the building shall be measured from the average elevation of the finished grade along the front of the building, provided the distance from the street line is not less than the height of such finished grade above the established street grade.

   "Building line" means a line on a plat or the theoretical line on the ground between which line and a street, alley or private place no principal building or structure may be erected.

   "Building, Nonconforming". See "Structure, nonconforming."

   "Building, Principal and/or Main" means a building in which is conducted the main or principal use of the lot or parcel on which the building is situated, and including garages, carports, storage sheds, etc., which are attached to the principal building. (On farms the house shall be considered the principal structure.)

   "Building, Semi-Attached" means a building attached to another building by a common wall (such wall being a solid wall with or without windows and doors) and/or a common roof with a common horizontal dimension less than eight (8) feet. See "Building, attached."

   "Bulk plant" means that portion of a property where flammable liquids are received by tank vessel, pipe line, tank car, or tank vehicles, and are stored or blended in bulk for the purpose of distributing such liquids by tank vessel, pipe line, tank car, tank vehicle, or container.

   "Carport" means a roofed structure providing space for the parking of motor vehicles and enclosed on not more than two (2) sides.

   "Car wash" means a facility for the cleansing of automobiles and other vehicles.

   "Cemetery" means a place for interment of the dead, which shall be categorized as either public or private. Shall include mausoleum.

   1. Public cemetery is one, which is operated as a business for commercial gain and shall require a special use permit.

   2. Private cemetery is one in which its use is intended solely for the owner of the property and immediate family. After approval by (PCPC) and appropriate proof shown.

   "Center Line". See "Street, center line of."

   "Child care centers" means a facility, by whatever name known, which is maintained for the whole or part of a day for the care of five or more children under the age of sixteen (16) years and not related to the owner, operator or manager thereof, whether such facility is operated with or without compensation for such care and with or without stated educational purposes. The term includes facilities commonly known as day care centers, day nurseries, nursery schools, kindergartens, preschools, play groups, day camps, summer camps, and centers for developmentally disabled children, and those facilities which give twenty-four (24) hour care for dependent and neglected children; and includes those facilities for children under the age of six (6) years, with stated educational purposes operated in conjunction with a public, private or parochial college or a private or parochial school; except that the term shall not apply to any kindergarten maintained in connection with a public, private or parochial elementary school system of at least six (6) grades or to any preschool established pursuant to the provisions of Article 28 of Title 22, C.R.S., which is maintained in connection with a public school system of at least six (6) grades so long as the school system is not also providing extended day services.

   "Child care home" means a type of family care home, licensed by the State of Colorado, which provides less than twenty-four (24) hour care for two (2) or more children on a regular basis in a place of residence. Children in care are from different family households and are not related to the caregiver. The definition of "child care home" includes a "family child care home," an "infant/toddler home" and a "large child care home" as defined by the State of Colorado, Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care. A "family child care home" and an "infant/toddler home" are considered to be an accessory use in all zone districts which permit a single-family residence or mobile home by right. A "large child care home" is considered to be a use-by-review (requiring the issuance of a special use permit) in those same zone districts.

   "Church" means a building, together with its accessory buildings and uses, where persons regularly assemble for religious worship, and which building, together with its accessory buildings and uses, is maintained and controlled by a religious body organized to sustain public worship.

   "City" means Pueblo, Colorado, a municipal corporation.

   "Clinic, Dental or Medical" means a building in which a group of physicians, dentists or physicians and dentists and allied professional assistants are associated for the purpose of carrying on their professions. A clinic may include a dental or medical laboratory, but not facilities for inpatient care or operating rooms for major surgery. (See "Hospital.")

   "Club" means a building or rooms and accessory buildings and grounds occupied by a nonprofit association of persons for the promotion of some common objective such as, but not limited to, literature, science, politics, recreation and good fellowship, meeting periodically, limited to members, with not more than one-third of the gross floor area occupied by the use used for residential occupancy.

   "Cluster Subdivision" means a form of single-family residential subdivision that creates parcels containing less than thirty-five acres each, permits housing units to be grouped on sites or lots with dimensions, frontages, and setbacks reduced from conventional sizes of the current zone district, allows one residential unit for each seventeen and one-half acre increment, and where at least two-thirds of the total land area is reserved for the preservation of open space.

   "Color rendering index (CRI)" means the measured effect of light on objects.  To determine the CRI of a lamp, the color appearances of a set of standard color chips are measured with special equipment under a reference light source with the same correlated color temperature as the lamp being evaluated.  If the lamp renders the color of the chips identical to the reference light source, the CRI is less than one hundred (100).  A low CRI indicates that some color may appear unnatural when illuminated by the lamp.

   "Commercial" means of, or pertaining to, or engaged in the buying, selling, renting or leasing of goods, services or property.

   "Commission, Planning" means City Planning and Zoning Commission, and/or Pueblo County Planning Commission, and/or District Planning Commission as appropriate to the context.

   "Common Open Space" means land within or related to a cluster residential development, not individually owned, which is designed and intended for the common use or enjoyment of the residents of the development, or the public, which may contain such accessory structures and improvements as are necessary and appropriate for recreation purposes. A condition of the cluster residential development approval shall be that the common open area may not be further subdivided.

   "Composting facility" means a facility where organic matter that is derived primarily from offsite is to be processed by composting and/or is processed for commercial purposes.  The use may include collection, transportation, composting, curing, storage, marketing, or use of compost.  Any Composting Facility is subject to regulation by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Division, under 6 CCR 1007-2, Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities, Section 14 Composting, as now enacted or amended.  A Composting Facility shall require an area of no less than 35 acres.

   "Comprehensive plan" means the sum of the policies, proposals, programs, maps and reports adopted and identified by the planning commission as components of the comprehensive plan.

   "Concealed light source" means an artificial light intended to illuminate the face of a sign, building, structure or area, which light is shielded from the public view and from the adjoining properties.

   "Construction, Beginning of" means the utilization of labor and/or materials on the footings, foundations, walls, roofs and other portions of the building or structure.

   "Contractor’s yard" means property used partially or exclusively to park or store construction vehicles or equipment used by a building or construction trades contractor licensed by or registered with the appropriate Pueblo County governmental agency. The contractor’s business office is considered an accessory use to a contractor’s yard. Vehicles and equipment may be repaired or maintained in a contractor’s yard provided such work is done in an enclosed building or structure.

   A contractor’s yard in an I-1, I-2 or I-3 zone district may have on-site storage of materials, and may have fabricating or assembling of a product made by the contractor as part of the construction work. Construction materials shall not be stored in an A-1 or A-2 zone district, nor shall any product sold by the contractor in the contractor’s construction work be fabricated or assembled unless the Planning Commission approves such uses by issuing a special use permit. Fabricating or assembling products in a contractor’s yard in an A-1 or A-2 zone district shall be performed only within an enclosed building or structure. A contractor’s yard in an A-1 or A-2 zone district shall meet the I-2 zone district performance standards.

   "County" means Pueblo County, Colorado.

   "Court" means an uncovered space, other than a yard, on the same parcel as the building and bounded on three or more sides by such buildings, walls or fences.

   "Covered" means roofed, trellised or otherwise shielded from the sky except for ground cover material.

   "District, Zone" means a land area or land areas as defined by the zoning map within which the zoning regulations are uniform.

    "Domesticated Pot-Bellied Pig" shall mean a domesticated porcine animal of the species Sus Scrofa bittatus which meets both of the following criteria:

    (i)  the animal shall not exceed one hundred (100) pounds in weight, and

    (ii) if over four (4) months of age, the animal shall be spayed or neutered.

    "Domestic Septage" is the liquid or solid material removed from a septic tank, cesspool, portable toilet, Type III Marine Sanitation Device, or a similar system that receives only domestic septage (household, non-commercial, non-industrial sewage).  Land application of domestic septage is allowed only as a Use-by-Review in the Agricultural One (A-1) and Two (A-2) Zone Districts.  Land application of domestic septage shall be subject to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements within the Federal Part 503 Rule, "The Standards for the Use or Disposal of Sewage Sludge" (Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations [CFR], Part 503), as now enacted or amended.  Land application of domestic septage shall be allowable only on parcels with a minimum area of 35 acres.

   "Domestic servant" means a person who performs gardening, chauffeuring, and/or similar domestic full-time duties for one family and has no other employment.

   "Dwelling" as used in this chapter, this term has the same meaning as the term "residence" defined herein.

   "Dwelling, Condo" means a system of separate ownership of individual units in a multi-unit project where the land within the project is owned in common.

   "Dwelling, Multiple" means a single detached structure divided into three or more separate dwelling units. See "House, row."

   "Dwelling, Single-Family" means a single-detached structure containing, but one dwelling unit.

   "Dwelling, Townhouse" means an attached or semi-attached dwelling, containing a single dwelling unit located on a separate lot.

   "Dwelling, Two-Family" means a building or semi-attached building containing two dwelling units.

   "Educational institution (commercial)" means schools, colleges, universities, or nurseries operated for five or more students for profit.

   "Educational institution (nonprofit)" means schools and/or seminaries administered by churches or religious organizations; schools, colleges or universities administered by public agencies; nonprofit schools, colleges or universities operated under charter or license from the State; and any nonprofit institution, residence or home operated for the education of five or more students.

   "Emergency facility" means a permanent facility from which care or relief from a situation or occurrence of a serious nature, and demanding immediate action, is directed. This term shall include fire departments and ambulance headquarters, but shall not include hospitals.

   "Employee" means a person employed permanently; this shall not mean temporary or seasonal employees.

   "Employee, Off-Site" means an employee of a home occupation whose services are provided off-site, and any on-premises activity is incidental. This definition includes permanent, temporary and seasonal employees.

   "Enclosed" means surrounded by walls and/or fences and a roof. See "Unenclosed."

   "Equestrian Arena, Commercial/Club" means an area where activities involving horseback riding are conducted for practice, competition or entertainment. Activities include, but are not limited to a rodeo, a charreada, calf roping, riding, bulldogging and barrel racing. A commercial/club equestrian arena is any equestrian arena, which is not a personal equestrian arena. A commercial/club equestrian arena may offer such goods and services as are normal and incidental to the activities conducted. A commercial/club equestrian arena shall be developed and used in accordance with development and operating plan approved with the special use permit. The development plan shall include, but is not limited to, an accurately drawn map, which shows activity areas and improvements, access, driveways and parking areas. The operating plan shall include, but is not limited to, the methods proposed for control of dust, erosion, odor, noise, glare, waste (manure) disposal, and congestion; and the methods to provide potable water and wastewater treatment.

   "Equestrian Arena, Personal" means an area where activities involving horseback riding are conducted for practice, competition or entertainment. Activities include, but are not limited to a rodeo, a charreada, calf roping, riding, bulldogging and barrel racing. A personal equestrian arena shall meet the following:

   1. Accessory and incidental to the ranch, farm, or home site on which it is located;

   2. The use of the arena is limited to the family and invited guests of the farmer/rancher/home occupant;

   3. No commercial competition or commercial entertainment occurs, and no user fees, dues or other compensation are paid; and

   4. The arena is operated in such a manner so that there is no adverse impact on surrounding properties relating to dust, erosion, odor, noise, glare, off-site illumination (more than one foot candle of illumination measured at the property line), waste disposal, and traffic and parking congestion. Neither a nuisance nor noxious activity shall be conducted on the property, which is caused by the use of the property as a personal equestrian arena.

   "Explosive" means a substance that causes a sudden rapid release of mechanical, chemical or nuclear energy from a confined region.

   "Extractor" means any individual, partnership, association or corporation, which extracts commercial mineral deposits for use in the business of selling such deposits or for use in another business owned by the extractor or any department or division of Federal, State, County or municipal government which extracts such deposits.

   "Fabrication" means the stamping, cutting, assembling or otherwise shaping the processed materials into useful objects, excluding the refining or other initial processing of basic raw materials.

   "Family" means a group of persons related by blood, marriage or adoption living together on the premises in a single dwelling unit, or a group of not more than five individuals living in a single dwelling unit not related by blood, marriage or adoption.

   "Farm or ranch" means an area of at least five acres in size if in an A-2 zone district or thirty-five (35) acres in size if in an A-1 zone district, and used for farming or ranching.

   "Farming or ranching" means the business of cultivating land, producing crops and/or keeping livestock, fowl and other non-domestic animals. This definition does not include feedlot or dog kennels.

   "Fence" means a physical barrier of any type of construction used to mark a boundary or to define and enclose a specific area for the purposes of protection, privacy or confinement.

   "Fence, Open" means a fence which permits direct vision through at least seventy-five (75) percent of the fence surface area as calculated within any and all one (1) square foot area.

   "Fence, Solid" means a fence which is not an "open fence."

   "Fixture" means the assembly that holds the lamp (bulb) in a lighting system.  It includes the elements designed to give light output control, such as a reflector (mirror) or refractor (lens), the ballast, housing, and the attachment parts.

   "Flood or Flooding" means a general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of normally dry land areas from:

   1. The overflow of water from channels and reservoir spillways;

   2. The unusual and rapid accumulation of runoff of surface waters from any source; or

   3. Mudslides or mudflows that occur from excess surface water that is combined with mud or other debris that is sufficiently fluid so as to flow over the surface of normally dry land areas (such as earth carried by a current of water and deposited along the path of the current).

   "Flood, Intermediate Regional" means a type of flood, including the water surface elevation and territorial occupation thereof, which can be expected to occur at any time in a given area based upon recorded historical precipitation and other valid data, but with an average statistical one percent (1%) flood or hundred (100) year flood.

   "Floodplain or Flood-prone Area" means any land area susceptible to being inundated as the result of a flood, including the area of land over which floodwater would flow from the spillway of a reservoir.

     "Flood profile" means engineering conclusions, based upon historical facts and/or generally accepted engineering principles, represented on a graph or other medium, showing the relationship of the water surface elevation of a flood to the lands surrounding the channel.

   "Floodproofing" means any combination of structural and/or non-structural additions, changes, or adjustments to structures which reduce or eliminate flood damage to real estate or improved real property, water and sanitary facilities, structures and their contents.

   "Floor Area, Gross" means the sum of the gross horizontal areas measured between the exterior faces of exterior walls of the several floors of a building and accessory buildings, including interior walls, balconies, mezzanines, hallways, wells, basements and cellars, and including the area of roofed porches, patios and carports having more than one wall.

   "Floor Area, Net" means the square footage totaling seventy-five (75) percent of the gross floor area; or, when an "as-built," detailed floor plan or current use plan can identify a lesser or greater amount of usable floor area which can be demonstrated by the sum of the horizontal area measured between the interior face of the exterior walls or all usable floors of a building, accessory buildings (including interior balconies and mezzanines) and surrounding open spaces wherein goods and services are offered or displayed, but excluding interior walls, enclosed hallways, stairwells, shafts, lavatories, furnace room, janitor supply rooms and closets, interior parking and loading areas, and inventory stock rooms.

   "Floor area ratio" means the quotient of the gross floor area of all buildings on a lot or parcel divided by the area of said lot or parcel.

   "Food processing" means preparing, treating, converting or packaging food.

   "Foot-candle" means a unit of measure for illuminance.  A unit of illuminance on a surface that is everywhere one foot from a uniform point source of light of one candlepower and equal to one lumen per square foot.

   "Fraternity or Sorority House". See "House, fraternity or sorority."

   "Frontage" means that portion of a lot, parcel, tract or block abutting upon a street. See "Yard, front."

   "Full Cut Off Fixtures" means a luminare or light fixture that, by design of the fixture housing, does not allow any light dispersion or direct glare to shine above a ninety-degree, horizontal plane from the base of the fixture.

   "Game Preserve, Developed" means a restricted property on which wild animals are hunted for sport or food, and where the potential for hunting success has been enhanced through significant changes in the land, habitat or game population, in addition to those associated with restricting access to the property. Significant change includes, but is not limited to, any of the following:

   1. Wetlands development that is extensive enough to require a 404 Permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers;

   2. Introduction of native or exotic game animals (excluding fish), resulting in expenditures of more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) per year to raise and/or purchase said animals; or

   3. Construction of a lodge or clubhouse for the use of hunters.

   Developed game preserve does not include undeveloped game preserve and game refuge.

   "Game Preserve, Undeveloped" means a restricted property on which wild animals are hunted for sport or food, and the potential for hunting success has not been enhanced through significant changes in the land, habitat or game population, other than those associated with restricted access to the property. Undeveloped game preserve is an accessory use to ranching and farming.

   "Game refuge" means a restricted property on which wild animals are provided shelter or protection from danger or distress. Game refuge is an accessory use to ranching and farming.

   "Garage, Private" means an accessory building or an accessory portion of a main building, designed or used for the shelter or storage of motor vehicles owned or operated by the occupants of the main building.

   "Garage, Public" means a building other than a private garage used for the housing or care of motor vehicles, or where such vehicles are equipped for operations, repaired, or kept for remuneration, hire or sale.

   "Garbage" means the animal and vegetable waste resulting from the handling, preparation, cooking and/or consumption of food.

   "Gardening" means the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, flowers or other plant materials.

   "Gasoline service station" means a property where flammable liquids used as motor fuels are stored and dispensed from fixed equipment into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles, and which may include, as an incidental accessory use only, facilities for polishing, greasing, washing or minor servicing such motor vehicles, but not including auto body work or other major repairs.

   "Glare" means the direct light emitting from a luminare that causes reduced vision or momentary blindness.

   "Golf Course, miniature" means a theme-oriented recreational facility, typically comprised of nine or 18 putting greens, each with a "cup" or "hole", where patrons in groups of one to four pay a fee to move in consecutive order from the first hole to the last.

   "Golf Course, regulation" means a facility other than a miniature golf course for the playing of golf at which there may be a clubhouse including rest rooms and locker rooms.  A golf course may provide additional services customarily furnished such as swimming, outdoor recreation, and related retail sales that may include a restaurant and cocktail lounge.

   "Golf Driving Range" means a limited area on which golf players do not walk, but onto which they drive golf balls from a central driving tee.

   "Grade, Building" means that elevation which is the average of the highest and lowest elevation of the ground along the facade of the building or structure which is nearest the street.

   "Grade, Street" means that elevation at the crown of the street on a line perpendicular to midpoint of the front property line of the lot, parcel or tract.

   "Grazing" means feeding or growing grasses or herbage.

   "Greenhouse" means an enclosed structure used for cultivating plants in a controlled climate.

   "Grocery store" means a store selling foodstuffs and household supplies.

   "Grouped Houses". See "Houses, grouped."

   "Guest House". See "House, guest."

   "Guest room" means a room in a hotel, apartment hotel, motel or tourist home offered to the public for compensation in which room no provision is made for cooking and which room is used only for transient occupancy.

   "Halfway house" means a residential facility for individuals who:

   1. Have been institutionalized and are proceeding toward release; or

   2. Have physical, mental or social disabilities; or

   3. Are receiving treatment for substance abuse; or

   4. Are in a diversion program in lieu of institutionalization for any of the above conditions.

   The facility provides either protection to those residents whose disabilities make living in society difficult, or facilitates the residents in becoming functional members of society. In addition to providing shelter, the facility may also provide meals, supervision, counseling, recreation and other necessary rehabilitative services.

   "Hazardous material" means any substance that, because of its quantity, concentration, physical or chemical characteristics, poses a significant present or potential hazard to human health and safety or to the environment if released into the workplace or the environment.

   "Hazardous waste" means that term as presently and hereafter defined by Section 25-15-101 (6)(a), C.R.S.

   "Hazardous waste research and development facility" means a facility primarily devoted to research and development of technology relating to the disposal, recovery, treatment, storage or transportation of hazardous waste. Such facility shall not be used for commercial disposal, recovery, treatment, storage or transportation of hazardous waste.

   "Hazardous waste resource recovery facility" means a facility which prepares or treats hazardous waste to recycle, reuse or recover material or energy.

   "Hazardous waste storage facility" means a facility in which hazardous waste is temporarily contained for ninety (90) days or more. Such facility shall not be used to treat, dispose of, or recover hazardous waste. This type of facility is not required for a generator which produces hazardous waste in quantities or for time periods exempted by rules and regulations promulgated by the Colorado Board of Health.

   "Hazardous waste testing laboratory" means a facility primarily devoted to hazardous waste analysis or qualitative or quantitative identification for compatibility with chemical and physical properties. This definition does not encompass a testing laboratory operated as an accessory use to another classification of hazardous waste facility. Neither treatment nor recovery of hazardous waste shall be considered as accessory uses to a testing laboratory.

   "Hazardous waste transfer facility" means a facility in which hazardous waste is temporarily held or contained, for less than ninety (90) days during the transportation of hazardous waste. This may include container change or modification, but shall not include treatment, disposal or resource recovery with hazardous wastes. It also does not include hazardous waste, which is produced in quantities or for time periods exempted by rules and regulations promulgated by the Colorado Board of Health.

   "Hazardous waste treatment facility without onsite disposal" means a facility where treatment, as defined by Section 25-15-101(23), C.R.S., occurs, but not onsite disposal. Treatment may include neutralization and incineration.

   "Hazardous waste treatment facility with onsite disposal" means a hazardous waste facility with onsite disposal, as defined by Section 25-15-200.3(4), C.R.S., and for which a certificate of designation from the Board of County Commissioners is required.

   "Health department" means the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment Health Board.

   "Hedge" means closely planted rows of landscape materials such as shrubs planted and maintained so as to create a visual barrier.

   "Heliport" means a place, on land and/or water, and/or structures where rotorcraft may land and/or take off.

   "Hemp, Industrial" means a plant of the genus Cannabis and any part of the plant, whether growing or not, containing a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration of no more than three-tenths of one percent (0.3%) on a dry weight basis.  Delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinols has the same meaning as "tetrahydrocannabinols" as set forth in Section 27-80-203(24), C.R.S.

   "Hemp Establishment" means:  1) any Establishment which has been issued a Research and Development (R & D) Industrial Hemp Registration or Commercial Industrial Hemp Registration by the Colorado Department of Agriculture, pursuant to the Industrial Hemp Regulatory Program Act, Title 35, Article 61, C.R.S., including outdoor farming, greenhouse farming and indoor (building; excludes residential structures) farming; greenhouse and building shall be permitted by Pueblo Regional Building Department and obtain zoning authorization from Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development; 2) any Establishment which processes Industrial Hemp as defined herein as Hemp Processing.  Hemp Establishments shall follow and abide by rules and regulations issued by Department of Agriculture in accordance with the Industrial Hemp Regulatory Program Act and shall also follow and abide by Pueblo County's regulations regarding Industrial Hemp.

   "Hemp Processing" means the refinement of Industrial Hemp to create products derived from hemp.  Hemp Processing shall only be conducted in a greenhouse and/or building, excluding residential structures, that are permitted by Pueblo Regional Building Department and Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment and have obtained zoning authorization from Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development.

   "Home, Blind" means a place of residence which provides lodging, board and personal services other than medical or nursing care, except that it may include rehabilitation programs, for the health, safety and comfort of more than four (4) persons having a corrected acuity of not better than 20/70 by Snellen chart measurement, and only such other persons who are employed in an official capacity for the operation and maintenance of the home. A place of residence for four (4) or less blind persons, and meeting all other tests of this definition, is determined to be a one-family residence for the purpose of zoning and is permitted to be established subject to those zoning regulations applicable to a one-family residence. (Note: This zoning determination does not change other codes and regulations, such as the building code or Health Department regulations, which are applicable to this use.) This definition does not apply to members (related by blood, marriage or adoption) of the owner-occupant’s or lessee-occupant’s family.

   "Home, Disabled" means a place of residence which provides lodging, board and personal services other than medical or nursing care, but may include programs of rehabilitation, for the health, safety and comfort of more than four (4) persons having physical disabilities or mental disabilities, and only such other persons who are employed in an official capacity for the operation and maintenance of the home. A place of residence for four (4) or less disabled persons, and meeting all other tests of this definition, is determined to be a one-family residence for the purpose of zoning and is permitted to be established subject to those zoning regulations applicable to a one-family residence. (Note: This zoning determination does not change other codes and regulations, such as the building code or Health Department regulations, which are applicable to this use.) This definition does not apply to members (related by blood, marriage or adoption) of the owner-occupant’s or lessee-occupant’s family.

   "Home, Elderly" means a place of residence which provides lodging, board and personal services other than medical or nursing care, for the health, safety and comfort of more than four (4) persons being either fifty-five (55) years of age or older or the cohabitation spouses of persons fifty-five (55) or older, and only such other persons who are employed in an official capacity for the operation and maintenance of the home. The term "personal services" for purposes of this definition means those services provided for each resident, including: housekeeping and laundry services; services to maintain an environment which is sanitary and safe from physical harm; individualized social supervision; assistance with transportation; and assistance with activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, dressing and eating. (See "Home, elderly foster" for one to four elderly.) This definition does not apply to members (related by blood, marriage or adoption) of the owner-occupant’s or lessee-occupant’s family.

   "Home, Elderly Foster" means a place of residence which provides lodging, board and personal services other than medical or nursing care, for the health, safety and comfort for one (1) to four (4) persons, being either fifty-five (55) years of age or older or the cohabitation spouses of persons fifty-five (55) or older, and only such other persons who are employed in an official capacity for the operation and maintenance of the home. The term "personal services," for purposes of this definition means those services provided for each resident, including: housekeeping and laundry services; services to maintain an environment which is sanitary and safe from physical harm; individualized social supervision; assistance with transportation; and assistance with activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, dressing and eating. This definition does not apply to members (related by blood, marriage or adoption) of the owner-occupant’s or lessee-occupant’s family.

   "Home, Family Foster" means a facility providing care and training for up to four (4) children not related to the caretaker for regular twenty-four (24) hour care, or a certified relative foster care home (the number may exceed four (4) children if a group of siblings are to be cared for in the home and no other foster children are in care in that home). A family foster care home is considered an accessory use in all zone districts permitting a single-family residence and/or a mobile home as a use-by right. This definition is only for the purpose of zoning, family foster homes remain subject to all other Colorado Department of Human Services’ regulations. Also see "Home, receiving" and "Specialized group facility."

   "Home, Maternity" means a place of residence which provides lodging, board and personal services other than medical or nursing care for the health, safety and comfort of more than four (4) women who are pregnant or who are recovering from a pregnancy having terminated with the previous sixty (60) days, and only such other persons who are employed in an official capacity for the operation and maintenance of the home. A place of residence for four (4) or less pregnant or recovering women, and meeting all other tests of this definition, is determined to be a one-family residence for the purpose of zoning and is permitted to be established subject to those zoning regulations applicable to a one-family residence. (Note: This zoning determination does not change other codes and regulations, such as the building code or Health Department regulations, which are applicable to this use.) This definition does not apply to members (related by blood, marriage or adoption) of the owner-occupant’s or lessee-occupant’s family.

   "Home, Nursing" means a place of permanent residency which provides lodging, board and personal services to more than four (4) persons who are sick, infirm or convalescent persons who are attended by nurses caring for their physical and mental requirements. It may also include only such other persons who are employed in an official capacity for the operation and maintenance of the home. A hospital is not a nursing home. A place of residence for four (4) or less sick, infirm, or convalescent persons, and meeting all other tests of this definition, is determined to be a one-family residence for the purpose of zoning and is permitted to be established subject to those zoning regulations applicable to a one-family residence. (Note: This zoning determination does not change other codes and regulations, such as the building code or Health Department regulations, which are applicable to this use.) This definition does not apply to members (related by blood, marriage or adoption) of the owner-occupant’s or lessee-occupant’s family.

   "Home occupation" means an accessory use clearly incidental and subordinate to an established principal dwelling unit (a.k.a., residence) that is conducted within a dwelling unit, accessory building, or private recreation area (e.g., swimming pool, tennis court, riding arena, etc.). See Section 17.120.030.

   "Homeowner's Association" means a private nonprofit association which is organized by the developer of a cluster residential development in which individual owners share common interests in open space and/or facilities and are in charge of preserving, managing, and maintaining the common property, and enforces certain covenants and restrictions.

   "Home, Receiving" means a certified family foster home providing temporary emergency care (no more than ninety (90) consecutive days for any single child) for up to eight (8) foster children. This definition is only for the purpose of zoning; receiving homes remain subject to all other Colorado Department of Human Services’ regulations. Also see: "Home, family foster" and/or "Specialized group facility."

   "Home, Religious" means a place of residence which provides lodging, board and personal services other than medical or nursing care for the health, safety and comfort of more than four (4) persons of the same religious body, such body being organized to sustain public worship, and only such other persons who are employed in an official capacity for the operation and maintenance of the home. The home shall be controlled and maintained by the religious body. A place of residence for four (4) or less persons of the same religions, and meeting all of the tests of this definition, is determined to be a one-family residence for the purpose of zoning and is permitted to be established subject to those zoning regulations applicable to a one-family residence. (Note: This zoning determination does not change other codes and regulations, such as the building code, Health Department regulations, which are applicable to this use.) This definition does not apply to members (related by blood, marriage or adoption) of the owner-occupant’s or lessee-occupant’s family.

   "Horizontal Illuminance" means the measurement of brightness from a light source, usually measured in foot-candles or lumens, which is taken through a light meter’s sensor at a horizontal position.

   "Hospital" means any building or portion thereof used for the accommodation, nursing and medical, surgical or psychiatric care of the sick, injured or infirm persons. See "Clinic, dental or medical."

   "Hospital, Veterinary" means a building in which animals requiring special medical care are treated, or temporarily housed; the term shall not be interpreted to include any type of boarding or commercial kennel or stable.

   "Hotel" means a structure containing five or more guest rooms with access usually from a common hallway.

   "Hotel, Apartment" means a structure divided into several independent dwelling units and intended more or less as a temporary abiding place of individuals.

   "House, Fraternity or Sorority" means the building occupied by an organization incorporated as a fraternity or sorority formed chiefly to promote friendship and welfare among the members, usually college students, and usually providing space for eating, sleeping and social activity.

   "House, Guest" means living quarters within a semi-attached or detached accessory building located on the same premises with the principal building for use by temporary guests of the occupants of the premises, and not rented or otherwise used as separate dwelling unit. (Note: A significant typographical omission occurred in the previous definition of "House, guest." From at least 1978, and perhaps as early as 1963, until the zoning resolution update published August 1, 1990, this definition omitted the word "building." Following "accessory" and more importantly the word "not" was omitted prior to "rented.")

   "Housekeeping Units". See "Dwelling, Multiple."

   "House, Lodging" means a rooming house.

   "House, Rooming or Boarding" means a building or structure containing guest rooms in which lodging for five (5) or more persons is provided with or without meals for permanent guests.

   "House, Row" means three (3) or more dwelling units usually arranged in a row and joined by party walls.

   "Houses, Grouped" means a group of two (2) or more detached or semi-attached dwelling units or apartment structures usually separated by a court or courts used in common by the inhabitants thereof.

   "Housing, Tenant" means structures on farms and ranches intended primarily for the housing of persons and/or their families, employed on the farm or ranch.

   "IESNA" means Illuminating Engineering Society of North America is an organization that recommends standards for the lighting industry.

   "Improvements Agreement" means an agreement guaranteeing to construct any required public improvements shown in the rural land use documents, together with collateral which is sufficient, in the judgment of the Board, to make reasonable provision for the completion of said improvements in accordance with design and time specifications.

   "Industry" means the commercial production and wholesale of goods and services.

   "Industry, Light" means any branch of trade, production or creative endeavor employing labor and capital in an industrial or manufacturing process which is not noxious or offensive by reasons of the emission of odor, dust, smoke, gas, fumes, noise or vibrations, whose waste products are not allowed to emerge or accumulate where they will cause discomfort or be unsightly to adjoining property owners or to the public generally, and which operates independent of: railroad sidings, extensive loading docks, and steam generation as prime power.

   "Jobber" means a wholesaler who operates on a small scale or who sells only to the retailers and institutions.

   "Junk" means goods, material or objects that are so worn, deteriorated or obsolete as to make them unusable in their existing condition and/or which are subject to being dismantled or processed for reuse.

   "Junked vehicle" means any motor vehicle, which because of a legal or mechanical condition or defect, cannot be operated on a public street or highway. It shall be prima facie evidence that a vehicle is mechanically inoperable if its motor, axle, wheel or similar necessary parts have been removed from the vehicle. It shall be prima facie evidence that a vehicle is legally inoperable if after thirty (30) days’ written notice given pursuant to this resolution a vehicle fails to possess and display current license plates. A motor vehicle means any self-propelled vehicle which is designed primarily for travel on the public highways and which is generally and commonly used to transport persons and property over the public highway.

The term "junked vehicle" as defined herein shall not include vehicles within a properly screened portion of the premises of a junk or salvage dealer whose use of the property is proper under the zone district wherein the property is located, vehicles on the premises of any properly zoned business dealing in the selling, repairing or servicing of vehicles, or vehicles within a fully enclosed building.

   "Junkyard" means any lot, parcel or tract used for the storage, keeping, sale or abandonment of junk and/or for the dismantling, demolition or abandonment of automobiles, or other junk or parts thereof.

   "Kennel" means any lot, parcel, tract or structure in which five or more dogs, six months old or older, are kept, raised, housed, boarded or bred.

   "Kitchen" means any area intended and equipped for the preparation of food.

   "Laboratory" means a building or part of a building devoted to testing and analysis of any material or substance.

   "Lamp" means the light-producing source installed in the bulb portion of a luminare.

   "Landscaping Materials, Wholesale and Retail Sales" for items such as, but not limited to decorative rock, mulch, sand, topsoil, flagstone, weed barrier, edging, fill dirt, pavestone type products, sod, nursery products, and decorative concrete products.  Landscaping materials shall not include stockpile storage of organic fertilizer (animal manure or sludge).

   "Land Use Plan". See "Comprehensive plan."

   "Laundromat" means an establishment providing washing, drying, ironing or dry cleaning machines for hire to be used by customers on the premises.

   “Licensed Premise” means the premise designated by a Marijuana Establishment as the Licensed Premise as required by the Marijuana Code.

   "Light Trespass" means any form of artificial illuminance emanating from a light fixture or illuminated sign that penetrates other property and creates a nuisance.

   "Line, Center". See "Street, center line of."

   "Line, Front Lot" means the line separating such lot, parcel or tract from any public street right-of-way.

   "Line, Lot" means the perimeter or outer boundary of a lot, parcel or tract.

   "Line, Property" means the boundary of any lot, parcel or tract as the same is described in the conveyance to the owner, and shall not include the streets or alleys upon which the lot, parcel or tract may abut.

   "Line, Rear Lot" means the line, which is opposite and most distant from a front line or, on an irregular or triangular lot, a line at least ten (10) feet long entirely within the lot, parallel to and furthest distance from the front lot line.

   "Line, Side Lot" means a line connecting a front lot line with a rear lot line.

   "Loading space" means a space within the main building or on the same lot, parcel or tract providing for the standing, loading or unloading of trucks and/or semi-trailers.

   "Lodge" means a club.

   "Lodger" means a person who rents a room in a bed and breakfast for fewer than 30 consecutive days.

   "Lodging House". See "House, lodging."

   "Lot" means a distinct portion or plot of land in a recorded, platted subdivision described and numbered or lettered as a lot on the recorded plat of the subdivision. See also "Parcel" and "Tract."

   "Lot Area" means the total horizontal area, expressed as square footage or acreage, calculated within the interior boundary of a lot, tract or parcel. Lot area shall not include land, which has been dedicated, deeded or otherwise legally acquired as public right-of-way. Aliquot breakouts of sections may be used to establish lot area for purposes of zoning compliance; however, such descriptions may not include land, which has been dedicated, deeded or acquired as public right-of-way.

   "Lot, Corner" means a lot situated at the junction of two or more streets.

   "Lot coverage" means that portion of the lot, parcel or tract shielded from the sky by building and/or structures.

   "Lots, Feed" means any lot, tract or parcel of ground upon which five or more head of feeder livestock are gathered, kept or closely confined and especially fed for gain prior to sale or slaughter.

   "Lot, Flag" means a lot, the main use or building area of which does not abut a public street, but is connected thereto by a narrow strip of land which is a part of the lot.

   "Lot, Interior." means a lot other than a corner lot.

   "Lot Line." See "Line, lot."

   "Lot Line, Front." See "Line, front lot."

   "Lot Line, Rear." See "Line, rear lot."

   "Lot Line, Side." See "Line, side lot."

   "Lot, Nonconforming." See "Parcel, nonconforming."

   "Lot, Through" means an interior lot having frontage upon two (2) parallel or nearly parallel streets.

   "Lot width" means the distance between the side lot lines measured at the required front building setback line or in the case of an irregularly shaped lot the front building line.

   "Luminare" means a complete lighting unit consisting of a lamp or lamps together with the parts designed to distribute the light, to position and protect the lamps and to connect the lamps to the power supply.

   "Machine shop" means a structure containing machinery for the manufacture, modification or repair of metal goods and equipment.

   "Mainline, Railroad". See "Railroad, mainline."

   "Manufacture" means the creation of a finished or semi-finished product.

   “Marijuana Establishment” means both a Medical Marijuana Establishment and a Retail Marijuana Establishment as those terms are defined herein.

   “Marijuana-Infused Product” means a product infused with marijuana that is intended for use or consumption other than by smoking, including, but not limited to edible products, ointments, and tinctures.

   "Masonry or equal" means eight (8) inches or more of exterior masonry material or exterior material equivalent in fire retardant characteristics.

   "Master plan" means a land use map or plan which indicates desired future physical development of Pueblo County or any portion or portions thereof. It is a plan which encompasses all geographic parts of a community or proposed division of land and all functional elements which relate to its physical development such as: agricultural, residential, commercial and industrial developments; thoroughfare systems; drainage; open spaces; etc. It is a general plan that summarizes concepts and proposals and does not indicate specific location or detail regulations. Master Plans should reflect general concepts and land use proposals as recommended in the Pueblo Regional Comprehensive Development Plan.

   “Medical Marijuana” means marijuana that is grown, manufactured, stored, and/or sold pursuant to the provisions of these regulations; the Colorado Medical Marijuana Code and Section 14 of Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution.

   “Medical Marijuana Center” means a person licensed pursuant to this Title and pursuant to C.R.S. 12-43.3-101, et seq., to operate a business as described in the Licensing Regulations and as is further described in C.R.S. 12-43.3-402 that sells medical marijuana to registered patients or primary caregivers as defined in Section 14 of Article XVIII of the Constitution of the State of Colorado, but is not a primary caregiver.

  “Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation” means a licensed Medical Marijuana Optional Premises Cultivation Operation located in the B-4, Community Business Zone District, B-1, Neighborhood Business Zone District, I-1/I-2/I-3, Industrial Zone Districts, Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zone District, or R-5, Multiple-Residential and Office Zone District within the same building, or in another building on the same parcel of land as the licensed Medical Marijuana Center or licensed Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer is located, or in a separate building located on a separate but adjacent parcel of land which shares at least 50% of a common lot line with the parcel upon which the licensed Medical Marijuana Center or licensed Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer is located.

   “Medical Marijuana Establishment” means a Medical Marijuana Center, Medical Marijuana Infused-Products Manufacturing Operation, Medical Marijuana Optional Premise Cultivation Operation, or a Storage Warehouse.

   “Medical Marijuana-Infused Product” means a product infused with medical marijuana that is intended for use or consumption other than by smoking, including, but not limited to edible products, ointments, and tinctures.

   “Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer” means a person licensed pursuant to this Title and to C.R.S. 12-43.3-101, et seq. to operate a business as described in the Licensing Regulations and as also described in C.R.S. 12-43.3-404.

  “Medical Marijuana Non-Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation” means a licensed Medical Marijuana Optional Premises Cultivation Operation located in the a) A-1/A-2, Agricultural Zone Districts in a building, greenhouse, or outside cultivation, OR b) in the I-1/I-2, Industrial Zone Districts in a building or greenhouse, OR c) I-3, Heavy Industrial Zone District, located in a building, OR d) in the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zone District in a building, greenhouse, or outside cultivation.  Non-Contiguous means the marijuana cultivation operation is not on the same property or in the same building with a Medical Marijuana Center or Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer.

   “Medical Marijuana Optional Premises” means the premises specified in an application for a Medical Marijuana Center license with related growing facilities in Pueblo County, Colorado, for which the licensee is authorized to grow and cultivate marijuana for a purpose authorized by Section 14 of Article XVIII of the Constitution of the State of Colorado.

   “Medical Marijuana Optional Premises Cultivation Operation” means a person licensed pursuant to this Title and to C.R.S. 12-43.3-101, et seq. to operate a business as described in the Licensing Regulations and as further described in C.R.S. 12-43.3-403.

   "Medical Marijuana Testing Facility" means a person licensed pursuant to this Chapter and the Colorado Medical Marijuana Code. (Res. P&D 17-033, app. 6-14-2017)

   "Medical Marijuana Transporter" means a person licensed by both the State and County to transport medical marijuana and medical marijuana-infused products from one medical marijuana establishment to another medical marijuana establishment and to temporarily store the transported medical marijuana and medical marijuana-infused products at its licensed premises, but is not authorized to sell medical marijuana or medical marijuana-infused products under any circumstances; a person licensed pursuant to this Title and to Title 5 of the Pueblo County Code, to C.R.S. 12-43.3-101, et seq. to operate as described in the Licensing Regulations and as also described in C.R.S. 12-43.3-104, 12-43.3.202(2)(a)(XVIII.6), 12-43.3-301, 12-43.3-401, 12-43.3-406, and Colorado Department of Revenue MED Medical Marijuana M 801 and M 802.

   "Medical Marijuana Storage Warehouse (Off-Premise)" means a person licensed pursuant to Title 5 of the Pueblo County Code and to C.R.S. 12-43.3-101, et seq. to operate a business as described in the Licensing Regulations and as also described in C.R.S. 12-43.3-202(2)(a)(XI) and M802.

   "Mineral Deposit, Commercial" means a natural mineral deposit of limestone, clay, coal, dimension stone, marble, rock, sand, shale, silt, gravel and quarry aggregate, for which extraction by an extractor is or will be commercially feasible and regarding which it can be demonstrated by geologic, mineralogical, or other scientific data that such deposit has significant economic or strategic value to the area, State or nation.

   "Mineral and natural resource extraction" means the physical withdrawal of minerals and natural resources.

   "Mineral processing plant" means facilities for the manufacture or reduction of minerals.

   "Mining" means the extraction of commercial mineral deposits.

   "Mining operation" means the development or extraction of a commercial mineral deposit from its natural occurrences on affected land. The term includes, but is not limited to, open mining, surface operation, and surface clearing (rock picking) of individual stones and stone boulders.  The term also includes transportation and processing operations of affected land.  The term does not include:  Oil and/or Gas Operations; the concentrating, milling, evaporation, cleaning, preparation, transportation, and other off-site operations not conducted on affected land.

   "Mini-warehouse" means a building or portion thereof dividable into separate compartments, which are individually rented or leased for the purpose of storing the renter’s or lease holder’s property. Goods stored within the warehouse shall not be offered or displayed for sale at the warehouse. Accessory uses may include the exterior storage of camping trailers, motorized homes, boats, etc., in areas designated for such storage.

   "Mobile home" means a detached, single-family housing unit that may not meet the definition of "residence" set forth herein, and which has all of the following characteristics:

   1. Designed for a long-term occupancy and containing sleeping accommodations, a flush toilet, a tub or shower bath, and kitchen facilities, and which has plumbing and electrical connections provided for attachment to outside systems;

   2. Designed to be transported after fabrication, on its own wheels, or on flatbed or other trailers or on detachable wheels;

   3. Arrives at the site where it is to be occupied as a complete unit and is ready for occupancy except for minor and incidental unpacking and assembly operations, location on foundation supports or jacks, underpinned, connections to utilities and the like;

   4. Exceeding either eight (8) feet in width and thirty-two (32) feet in length, excluding towing gear and bumpers;

   5. Is without motive power; and

   6. Is certified pursuant to the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, 42 U.S.C. Section 5401, et. seq., as amended, and all regulations enacted pursuant thereto, including any local modifications as are expressly allowed by federal law.

   "Mobile home lot" means a unit of ground for the placing of a mobile home.

   "Mobile home park" means an area under single ownership of at least five acres of land which has been so designated and improved, and contains twenty (20) or more mobile home spaces available to the general public for placement thereon of mobile homes for occupancy.

   "Mobile home park support facilities" means supportive facilities (e.g., swimming pool, club house, sauna, laundry room, restroom, recreational vehicle storage areas, and common open space) which supplement the recreational or service needs of the mobile home park residents, but are not available for use by the general public.

   "Mobile home space" means a unit of ground located in an approved mobile home park, which is owned by the park owner, but rented to the mobile home owner for placing of a mobile home.

   "Mobile home subdivision" means a tract of land subdivided into not less than twenty (20) mobile home lots, which has been designed and improved in its entirety in accordance with the County of Pueblo Subdivision Regulations and Zoning Resolution where mobile homes can be located on individually platted and owned lots for long-term occupancy purposes.

   "Motel" means a building or group of buildings containing guest rooms, usually with access directly from a parking lot.

   "Motor vehicle" includes an automobile, automobile truck, automobile wagon, motorcycle, or any other self-propelled vehicle designed for running on land but not on rails.

   "Museum" means a building or structure for the display of natural, scientific, literary or artistic objects of general historic or other special interest.

   "Nonconforming Building". See "Structure, nonconforming".

   "Nonconforming Lot". See "Parcel, nonconforming".

   "Nonconforming Parcel". See "Parcel, nonconforming".

   "Nonconforming Structure". See "Structure, nonconforming".

   "Nonconforming Use". See "Use, nonconforming".

   "Nursery" means an area where trees, shrubs or plants are grown for transplanting or for use as stocks for budding and grafting. This activity shall be considered an activity of farming and ranching.

   "Nursery School". See "Educational institution."

   "Nursing home" means an establishment which maintains and operates continuous day and night facilities providing room and board, personal services, and nursing care (not hospital care) for two (2) or more persons not related to the proprietor who by reason of illness or infirmity are unable to care properly for themselves.

   "Occupancy" means the use of land and/or building or portions thereof.

   "Office" means a place, such as a building, room or suite, in which services, clerical work or professional duties are carried out.

   "Open" means not roofed.

   "Outdoor Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility and or Outdoor Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility" means an entity licensed to cultivate, prepare, and package marijuana and sell marijuana to retail marijuana stores, to marijuana product manufacturing facilities, and to other marijuana cultivation facilities, but not to consumers where marijuana plants are cultivated anywhere that is not within a fully enclosed and secure structure.

   "Outdoor theater" means an outdoor structure for the presentation of plays, motion pictures, or other dramatic or comedy performances.

   "Owner" means any person who, alone or jointly or severally with others, shall have legal title to any land or structure, or contract of purchase, with or without accompanying actual possession thereof; or shall have charge, care or control of any land or structure as owner or agent of the owner; or as executor, administrator, conservator, trustee or guardian of the estate of the owner. Any such person thus representing the actual owner shall be bound to comply with the provisions of this division and of rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto, to the same extent as if he or she were the owner.

   "Parapet wall" means a low wall extending above a roof.

   "Parcel" means a lot or tract, or contiguous groups or portions of such lots and/or tracts shown on the assessor’s roll of Pueblo County, or a contiguous area of land under legal control of any one person, partnership, firm, corporation, syndicate, agency or institution. See also "Lot" and "Tract."

   "Parcel, Nonconforming" means a parcel which lawfully existed at the time the resolution codified in this division or any amendment hereto became effective, but which does not now conform to the regulations applicable in the zone district in which it is located.

   "Parking" means the assembling or standing of motor vehicles for relatively temporary periods of time.

   "Parking, Commercial" means parking lots or structures open to the public and operated for a profit.

   "Parking, Community" means parking lots or structures not open to the public, but shared by several persons not residents on the premises.

   "Parking lot" means a lot, parcel or tract for the parking of motor vehicles.

   "Parking, Off-Street" means parking of motor vehicles off the public rights-of-way.

   "Parking, Private" means the parking of motor vehicles belonging to residents on the premises. (See "Accessory Use").

   "Parking space" means the area required by the provisions of this division for the parking of one motor vehicle.

   "Parking structure" means a garage, carport or other structure for the parking of motor vehicles.

   "Patio" means an outdoor living area usually hard surfaced and frequently fenced or covered.

   "Permanent" means continuing or enduring in the same state, place, or the like without marked change.

   "Permanent occupancy" means the use of land and/or structures or portions thereof for a period of thirty (30) consecutive days or longer.

   "Person" means firms, corporations, associations, partnerships, societies and/or individuals.

   "Pet" means a domestic animal kept for pleasure rather than utility. The keeping of pets shall be considered as an accessory use in residential and agricultural zone districts. If such animal is raised for the purpose of sale and/or food, it shall be conclusively presumed not to be a pet. For the purposes of this resolution, hogs, pigs, swine, sheep, horses, cattle, emus, rheas, ostriches, llamas, pea fowl, guinea hens or goats may be kept upon land zoned for agricultural use, as an activity of farming or ranching.  Not more than one (1) domesticated pot-bellied pig, as herein defined, may be kept or maintained as a pet. It is prohibited to keep or maintain in the County any wild animals, poisonous snakes, or constricting snakes over four feet in length.

   "Pharmacy" means a building or a part of a building used exclusively for the compounding and/or dispensing of medicines.

   "Photometry" means the quantitative measurement of light level and distribution.

   "Porch" means a roofed or unroofed unenclosed portion of a building projecting from the front, side or rear wall of the building.

   "Premises" means the central, actual physical location where an activity is routinely conducted. The premises include the primary structures, parking facilities, and private roadway if they are necessary to the principal activity.

   "Processing" means any activities associated with the preparation of commercial mineral deposit for use.  These activities include, but are limited to:  on-site transport, waste products from air emissions control and water treatment, crushing, screening, washing, slabbing, polishing, grinding, concrete or asphalt mixing (does not include concrete batch plant and hot mix plant), or other such action exclusive of extraction.

   "Professional office" means an office for professions, such as physicians, dentists, lawyers, architects, engineers, artists, musicians, designers, teachers, realtors, accountants, and others who through training are qualified to perform services of a professional nature, and where limited storage or sale of merchandise exists.

   "Property Line". See "Line, property."

   "Public hearing" means a meeting called by a public body for which public notice has been given and which is held in a place in which the general public may attend to hear issues and express their opinions.

   "Publishing companies" means facilities for the preparation and issuance of printed material for public distribution or sale. This term shall include facilities for newspaper printing, job printing, and lithographing.

   "Pueblo region" means an area in Pueblo County, Colorado, defined by resolutions of the Board of County Commissioners of Pueblo County and the City Council of the City of Pueblo, Colorado.

   "Race track" means a course on which races are run.

   "Ranch, Guest (Dude Ranch)" means a destination resort offering overnight accommodations and activities typical of Western ranches.

   "Railroad mainline" means a railroad track handling long-distance, through traffic.

   "Reclamation" means the employment, during and after an operation, of procedures reasonably designed to minimize as much as practicable the disruption from an operation and provide for the establishment of plant cover, stabilization of soil, protection of water resources, or other measures appropriate to the subsequent beneficial use of the affected lands.

   "Recreation camps" mean a place used for vacationing or other recreational purposes consisting of permanent structures, which may contain cooking facilities, and used for temporary occupancy. This term shall not be interpreted to include hotels, motels, restaurants, theaters, or trailer camps (recreational vehicle park).

  "Recreation vehicle" means a vehicular type unit primarily designed as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping or travel use, which either has its own motive power or is mounted on or drawn by another vehicle. The basic entities are: travel trailer, camping trailer, truck camper, and motor home.

   "Recreational vehicle park" means a parcel of land upon which two or more recreational vehicle sites are located, established or maintained for occupancy by recreational vehicles of the general public as temporary living quarters for recreation or vacation purposes.

   "Recreational vehicle site" means a plot of ground within a recreational vehicle park intended for the accommodation of either a recreational vehicle, tent or other individual camping unit on a temporary basis.

    "Recycling collection center" means a drop-off facility accepting recyclable waste material from normal household operations.  The recyclable material is limited to aluminum, glass, plastic, paper, and paper products that are intended for recycling.  Recyclable materials do not include junk, refuse, electronics, or hazardous materials.  The facility shall not involve on site processing of the recyclable materials.  No commercial recyclers (i.e., waste disposal companies or the like) shall be permitted to utilize the facility for drop off of recyclable materials.

   "Residence" means any room or group of rooms forming a single habitable unit with facilities which are used or intended to be used by one family and/or their resident domestic servants for its living, sleeping, cooking and eating needs. The width of any projected view of any exterior wall elevation of a residence shall not be less than twenty (20) feet.

   The term "Residence" shall include a manufactured home which:

   1. Is partially or entirely manufactured in a factory;

   2. Is not less than twenty-four (24) feet in width and thirty-six (36) feet in length;

   3. Is installed on an engineered permanent foundation;

   4. Has brick, wood or cosmetically equivalent exterior siding on all exterior walls which provides a consistent, continuous facade from the bottom of the soffit (top of wall section) downward to the top of the exposed perimeter wall, foundation, or to grade, whichever is applicable; and has a pitched roof;

   5. Is certified pursuant to the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, 42 U.S.C. Section 5401, et. seq., as amended, and all regulations enacted thereto, including any local modifications as are expressly allowed by Federal law, or which has been certified by the State of Colorado as being in compliance with the requirements of the Uniform Building Code as adopted by the State of Colorado and as is enforced and administered by the Colorado Division of Housing.

   The term "residence" shall also include conventional stick-built housing, but shall not include mobile homes as defined herein.

   "Residence-commercial" means the combination of both commercial and residential uses on the same lot or in the same structure. The commercial uses are restricted to those permitted in the district. The number of residential units is restricted to not more than the number permitted in the district.

   "Retail" means sale to the ultimate consumer for direct consumption and/or use and not for resale.

   “Retail Marijuana” means marijuana that is grown, tested, manufactured, stored and/or sold pursuant to the provisions of these regulations, the Colorado Retail Marijuana Code and by Section 16 of Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution.

   “Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Facility” means a licensed Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility located in the B-4, Community Business Zone District, B-1, Neighborhood Business Zone District, I-1/I-2/I-3, Industrial Zone Districts, Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zone District, or R-5, Multiple-Residential and Office Zone District within the same building, or in another building on the same parcel of land as the licensed Retail Marijuana Store or licensed Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer is located, or in a separate building located on a separate but adjacent parcel of land which shares at least 50% of a common lot line with the parcel upon which the licensed Retail Marijuana Store or licensed Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer is located.

   “Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility” means a person licensed pursuant to this Chapter and to C.R.S. § 12-43.4-403, to operate a business as described in these regulations and any rules adopted pursuant thereto.

   “Retail Marijuana Establishment” means a Retail Marijuana Store, a Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility, a Retail Marijuana Product Manufacturing Facility, a Retail Marijuana Testing Facility, or a Storage Warehouse as set forth in Section 16 of Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution and as may be more fully defined in the Colorado Retail Marijuana Code.

   “Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer” means a person licensed pursuant to this Chapter and the Colorado Retail Marijuana Code.

   “Retail Marijuana Non-Contiguous Cultivation Facility” means a licensed Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility located in the a) A-1/A-2, Agricultural Zone Districts in a building, greenhouse, or outside cultivation, OR b) I-1/I-2, Industrial Zone Districts in a building or greenhouse, OR c) I-3, Heavy Industrial Zone District in a building, OR d) in the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zone District in a building, greenhouse, or outside cultivation.  Non-Contiguous means the marijuana cultivation facility is not on the same property or in the same building with a Retail Marijuana Store or Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer.

   "Retail Marijuana Storage Warehouse (Off-Premise)" means a person licensed pursuant to Title 5 of the Pueblo County Code and to C.R.S. 12-43.4-101, et seq. to operate a business as described in the Licensing Regulations and as also described in C.R.S. 12-42.4-202(2)(b), 12-43.4-202(3)(a)(X), 12-43.4-701(2) and R802.

   “Retail Marijuana Store” means a person licensed pursuant to this Chapter and the Colorado Retail Marijuana Code.

   “Retail Marijuana Testing Facility” means a person licensed pursuant to this Chapter and the Colorado Retail Marijuana Code.

   "Retail Marijuana Transporter" means a person licensed by both the State and County to transport retail marijuana and retail marijuana products from one retail marijuana establishment to another retail marijuana establishment and to temporarily store the transported retail marijuana and retail marijuana products at its licensed premises but is not authorized to sell retail marijuana or retail marijuana products under any circumstances; a person licensed pursuant to this Title and to Title 5 of the Pueblo County Code, to C.R.S. 12-43.4-101, et seq. to operate as described in the Licensing Regulations and as also described in C.R.S. 12-43.4-103, 12-43.4-202(3)(a)(XVII), 12-43.4-301, 12-43.4-401, 12-43.4-406 and Colorado Department of Revenue MED Retail Marijuana R 801 and R 802.

   "Riding academy stables" means a facility providing for the rental of horses and accessories to such does not include rodeo grounds or the keeping of horses for personal use.

   "Right-of-Way, Public" means all streets, roadways, sidewalks, alleys, and all other areas reserved for present or future use by the public, as a matter or right, for the purpose of vehicular or pedestrian travel.

   "Road maintained" means a public road that has been accepted by a governmental agency for maintenance.

   "Road, Private" means a right-of-way or easement for purposes of access which is in private ownership and which has not been dedicated to or accepted for maintenance by a public entity.

   "Roadside sale stand (retail agricultural products)" means a structure and/or area for the display and retail sale of agricultural products. Agricultural products are those sold with the intent of human consumption as food. This definition also includes the retail sale of ornamental bulbs and bedding plants. Normal and incidental accessory uses for those agricultural products for sale at a roadside sale stand are: packaging, sorting, cleaning, drying, roasting and popcorn popping.

   "Rooming House". See "House, rooming or boarding."

   "Rotorcraft" means any aircraft deriving its principal lift or support in the air from one or more rotors or from the vertical component of the force produced by rotating airfoils.

   "Row House". See "House, row."

   "Runway" means the hard surface of the airport landing area used primarily for the landing and take off of aircraft.

   1. "Instrument runway" means a runway equipped or to be equipped with a precision electronic navigation aid or other landing aids or other air navigational facilities suitable to permit the landing of aircraft by any instrument approach under restricted visibility conditions.

   2. "Non-instrument runway" means a runway other than an instrument runway.

   "Saddle shop" means a shop for the repair and sale of saddles and tack items (bridle and halter) for use on a horse, and the sale of incidental horse apparel and horse care products.

   "Sanitarium". See "Hospital."

   "Salvage Yard". See "Junk yard."

   "Sawmill" means a mill or machine for sawing logs.

   "Secretary" means the secretary to the Planning Commission or the Zoning Board of Appeals, or may be a designated employee.

   "Self-service laundry". See "Laundromat."

   "Semi-Attached Building". See "Building, semi-attached."

   "Setback" means the distance from the lot line to any building or structure on the lot.

   "Sexual encounter establishment" means a business establishment which, as one of its primary business purposes, offers for any form of consideration, a place where two or more persons may congregate, associate or consort for the purpose of specified sexual activities or the exposure of specified anatomical areas, when one or more of the persons exposes any specified anatomical area.

   "Shielding" means a technique or method of construction which causes all the light emitted from an outdoor light fixture to be projected below a horizontal plane passing through the fixture.

   "Shooting Range, indoor" means a facility designed or used for shooting at targets with rifles, pistols, or shotguns and which is completely enclosed within a building or structure.

   "Shooting Range, outdoor" means the use of land for archery and/or the discharging of firearms for the purposes of target practice, skeet and trap shooting, and temporary competitions, such as turkey shoots.  Excluded from this use type shall be general hunting and unstructured and non-recurring discharging of firearms on private property.

   "Sight-distance triangle" means a pentahedron shaped area at the intersection of two or more streets in which the unregulated placement of structures and improvements could reduce the visibility of motor vehicle operators and create a hazardous condition. The base of the pentahedron is a triangle, having angle points "a," "b," and "c" determined as follows: point "a" is the intersection of the existing curb or asphalt lines (extended), points "b" and "c" are points along the existing curb or asphalt lines measured back from point "a" a distance(s) determined by the Road and Bridge Department. The three sides of the pentahedron are perpendicular to the base and begin a distance of two (2) feet above the centerline grades of the intersecting streets, and extend to a height of eight (8) feet above the centerline grade.

   "Sign" means an advertising device.

   "Sign, Animated" means a sign having regular variation in its physical position by mechanical movement or mechanical rotation.

   "Sign area" means the total area enclosed by the shortest single line that can be drawn around the entire sign, excluding structural supports. Each display face of a sign shall be measured separately in computing total sign area.

   "Sign, Chasing" means a sign having a change in its visible advertisement by rotation or by the sequential presentation of words and/or phrases.

   "Sign, Development" means a temporary sign which is established to inform the public of: (1) construction or rehabilitation occurring on the premises; or (2) identify model homes which represent residential structures which are being offered for construction in the subdivision or development.

   "Sign, Face" means that portion of the sign visible to the public right-of-way for the purpose of advertising.

   "Sign, Flashing" means any illuminated sign on which the artificial light or lights are not maintained in a satisfactory condition or not constant in intensity and color at all times when such sign is illuminated. A sign whereon the time and/or temperature is indicated by intermittent lighting shall not be deemed to be a flashing sign if the lighting changes are limited to the numerals indicating the time and/or temperature.

   "Sign, Fluttering" means a sign, including "wind sign," having irregular variation in its physical position by non-mechanical movement (e.g., wind). Fluttering signs, unless otherwise exempted by this division (e.g., national and state flags), are devices such as spinners, wind cups, streamers, pennants and flags.

   "Sign, Free Standing" means a sign, which is supported by one or more uprights, poles or braces in or upon the ground; or a portable sign; or a sign, which by its configuration stands freely without support from a primary or accessory structure.

   "Sign, Gateway" means a sign, which is established to denote entrance into a predominately residential neighborhood.

   "Sign, Illuminated" means a sign which is directly lighted by any electrical light source, internal or external, except public light sources (e.g., street lights) and private light sources operated for the purpose of illuminating an area (e.g., parking lot) in which the sign is located.

   "Sign, Projecting" means a sign which is attached directly to the building wall and which extends more than fifteen (15) inches from the face of the wall.

   "Sign, Roof" means a sign erected upon or above a roof or parapet wall or a building or structure.

   "Sign, Wall" means a sign painted on, attached to, or erected against the wall of a building or structure, with the exposed face of the sign in a plane parallel to the plane of said wall and extending not more than fifteen (15) inches from the face of the wall.

   "Solid wastes" mean garbage, refuse, sludge of sewage disposal plants, and other discarded solid materials, including solid waste materials resulting from industrial, commercial and community activities, but does not include agricultural wastes.

   "Solid waste disposal" means the collection, storage, treatment, utilization, processing or final disposal of solid wastes.

   "Solid waste disposal site and facility" means the location and facility at which the deposit and final treatment of solid wastes occur but does not include those sites where selected biologically and chemically stable materials such as concrete, mortar, bricks and asphalt are being used as a substitute for natural rock in land leveling and filling operations.

   "Solid waste transfer station" means a facility at which refuse awaiting transportation to a disposal site is transferred from one type of collecting vehicle and placed into another.

   "Special Event" means a temporary commercial, promotional, or festive activity, at a specific location that is open to the public and is planned for or expected to attract a large assembly of persons.

   A Special Event Permit is not required for the following:  Parades; Wedding and funeral ceremonies; Events or gatherings that attract or are intended to attract less than 500 people; Election activities and political rallies; and Farming and harvest related events (e.g., corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and similar) which are held on a working farm.

   "Specialized group facilities" means a residential structure, established and supervised by the Pueblo County Department of Social Services or a licensed child placement agency, which provides 24-hour care for five (5) to twelve (12) children from the ages of three (3) years old to eighteen (18) years old and those persons twenty-one (21) years old who are placed by court order prior to their eighteenth birthday whose special needs may be met through the medium of the small group. Children in care are from different family households and are not related to the caregiver. Caregivers are required to be licensed by the State of Colorado and/or the Pueblo County Department of Social Services. The definition of "Specialized Group Facilities" includes a "Specialized Group Home" and a "Specialized Group Center" as defined by the State of Colorado, Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care.

   "Specified Anatomical Areas" are defined as:

   1. Less than completely and opaquely covered: human genitals or pubic region or buttocks or female breast below a point above the top of the areola.

   2. Human male genitals in a discernibly turgid state even if completely and opaquely covered.

   "Specified sexual activities" mean acts, simulated acts, exhibitions, representations, depictions or descriptions through any medium of:

   1. Human genitals in a state of sexual stimulation or arousal.

   2. Fondling or other erotic touching of human genitals, pubic region, buttocks or female breast.

   3. Intrusion, however slight, of any object, any part of an animal's body, or any part of a person's body into the genital or anal openings of any person's body or into the body of an animal.

   "Sports complex" means a complex that allows for multiple indoor and outdoor recreational uses.  These uses include sand volleyball courts, softball/baseball fields, batting cages, driving range, video arcade, snack bar, and restaurant/lounge.

   "Spotlight or Floodlight" means any lamp that incorporates a reflector or a refractor to concentrate the light output into a directed beam in a particular direction.

  "Stable" means a building for the purpose of housing and feeding of horses and for the storage of equipment relating to the care, maintenance and operation of the horses.

   1. Commercial: any stable where horses are boarded for remuneration and/or where horses are kept for sale or hire.

   2. Private: any stable where horses are boarded and owned by the occupants of the premises and are not kept for remuneration, sale or hire.

   "Storage" means the act of stocking or supplying a product reserved for future use.

   "Storage Warehouse" means a building in which the storage of Medical Marijuana or Retail Marijuana is conducted as the sole use of the building.

   "Street" means a way for vehicular and/or pedestrian traffic, whether designated as a street, highway, thoroughfare, parkway, throughway, road, avenue, boulevard, lane, place, mall or otherwise.

   "Street, Center Line of" means the true center line of a dedicated public right-of-way as determined by the Commissioner of Roads. Where such public right-of-way is curved, offset, angular or any other question arises, the Commissioner of Roads shall determine the alignment of the center line.

   "Street, Private" means a right-of-way or easement in private ownership, not dedicated or maintained as a public street which affords the principal means of access to one or more lots and not maintained by Pueblo County.

   "Street, Right-of-Way". See "Right-of-way, public."

   "Street width" means the horizontal distance between right-of-way lines.

   "Structural alteration" means any change in the supporting members of a building such as bearing walls, columns, beams or girders.

   "Structure" means anything constructed or erected and having a permanent location on the ground. (Does not include fences.)

   "Structure, Nonconforming" means a building or structure, or portion thereof, lawfully existing at the time this resolution or any amendment hereto became effective, that does not conform to all regulations applicable in the zone district in which it is located. If a structure is made to be nonconforming by the actions of a local, State or Federal agency, then such structure shall not be considered to be a nonconforming structure.

   "Structure, Permitted" means a structure meeting all the requirements established by these zoning regulations for the district in which the structure is located.

   "Structure, Principal". See "Building, principal and/or main."

   "Studio" means a place, where an art is taught or studied; an artist’s or photographer’s establishment.

   "Subdivision" means a division, subdivision or resubdivision of a lot, tract or parcel of land into two or more lots, tracts or parcels of land.

   "Telecommunication Tower(s)" means any structure that is designed and constructed primarily for the purpose to supporting one (1) or more antenna clusters, microwave dishes and/or a combination thereof for telephone, radio and similar communication purposes, including self-supporting lattice towers, guyed towers or monopole towers.  The term includes radio and television transmission towers, microwave towers, common-carrier towers, cellular telephone towers, alternative tower structures and the like.  Equipment shelters and support facilities constructed in conjunction with the tower shall be considered accessory structures but must be constructed within the specifically leased area.

   "Temporary" means use of land and/or structure or portion thereof which continues for a period of less than thirty (30) consecutive days.

   "Terrace" means a raised level or platform of earth surfaced or unsurfaced supported on one or more faces by a wall, a bank, turf or the like.

   "Tourist Court". See "Motel."

   "Tourist Home". See "Motel" or "Hotel."

   "Tract" means an area, parcel, site, piece of land, or property that is the subject of a development proposal and applications.

   "Trailer sales or manufacturing" means the sale or manufacturing of mobile homes or travel trailers.

   "Travel trailer" means a temporary portable housing unit on wheels that is eight (8) feet or less in width and thirty-two (32) feet or less in length, excluding towing gear and bumpers which is designed for short-term occupancy while being used for travel, recreation and vacation.

   "Trailer Park". See "Mobile home park."

   "Unenclosed" means may be roofed, but may not be enclosed on more than two sides by walls or fences. See "Enclosed."

   "Uplighting" means any light source that distributes illumination above a 90-degree horizontal plane.

   "Use" means any activity taking place upon land and/or in structures.

   "Use by Review". See "Use, special."

   "Use by right" means a use which may be permitted in a zone district upon issuance of a permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

   "Use, Nonconforming" means a use, which lawfully occupied a building or land at the time this resolution or an amendment hereto, became effective and which does not now conform with the use regulations applicable in the zone district in which it is located. Notwithstanding the foregoing, those existing uses which formerly were uses by right in a particular zone district, but which under current use regulations would now require favorable action by the Planning Commission in the form of a special use permit, shall not be considered nonconforming uses.  However, any expansion of such use onto contiguous or adjacent parcels shall, for the expanded portion thereof, be required to obtain a special use permit and shall conform in other respects to the development standards, if any, for that particular zone district.

   "Use, Principal". "Principal use" means any use listed as a use by right.

   "Use, Special" means a use which may be permitted in a zone district upon favorable action by the Planning Commission.

   "Variance" means a relaxation of the terms of the zoning resolution where such relaxation will not be contrary to the public interest or the INTENT AND PURPOSE of said resolution and where, owing to conditions peculiar to the property and not the result of the actions of the applicant, a literal enforcement of the zoning resolution would result in unnecessary and undue hardship, and the condition or situation is not of so general or recurrent a nature as to make reasonable and practicable the formulation of an amendment containing a general regulation for such condition or situation.

   "Vehicle" means a device that is required to be licensed or registered, or is used to carry persons or goods from one place to another, and which is self-propelled or designed to be transported from one place to another upon wheels or endless tracks.

   "Vehicle, Residential Accessory" means an automobile or other vehicle parked upon private property or public right-of-way, where a residence or mobile home has been legally constructed as a principal structure in a residential or agricultural zone district, subject to such standards and limitations set forth herein. The occupant of a residence or mobile home shall be the owner or operator of the vehicle. Junked vehicles and vehicles required to be licensed by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission shall not be considered residential accessory vehicles. This definition does not permit the use of the property as a depot, fleet maintenance, or storage yard for vehicles. For the purpose of this definition, residential accessory vehicles are as follows:

   1. "Authorized emergency vehicle" means such vehicles of a fire department, police department, ambulance company, and other emergency service providers which are publicly owned and operated by or for a governmental agency to protect and preserve life and property in accordance with state law regulating emergency vehicles. This term also means privately owned vehicles which are designated by the State Motor Vehicle Department to be necessary to preserve life or property, and are equipped to be operated as emergency vehicles in the manner prescribed by law.

   2. "Automobile" means a conventional automobile. This definition does not include automobiles offered for hire as a common carrier, such as taxicabs and limousine service automobiles.

   3. "Farm vehicle" means a vehicle customarily used in farming and ranching, such as truck, tractor and implements of husbandry, when the property is principally used for farming or ranching and the vehicle is principally used in conjunction with the property.

   4. "Motorcycle". Motorcycles and motorized bicycles are permitted.

   5. "Recreation vehicle" means a vehicular type unit designed as temporary living quarters for recreation or camping which may be mounted on or drawn by another vehicle, such as travel trailer, camping trailer, truck camper, and motor home. Recreational vehicles, which are residential accessory vehicles, shall also include boats, boat trailers, and snowmobiles. Recreational vehicle shall not be parked on any public right-of-way. Recreational vehicles shall be so parked on private property to not impede the visibility of pedestrian or vehicular traffic. No recreational vehicle shall be used as a dwelling or residence on a permanent basis when parked at a residence or mobile home.

   6. "School bus" means a vehicle parked in the A-1 through A-4 zone districts which is solely used to transport students and which is owned and operated by a public or private school district, provided neither maintenance nor repairs are performed on the bus at such property. School buses shall not be parked on any public right-of-way. School buses shall be so parked on private property to not impede the visibility of pedestrian or vehicular traffic. This definition does not include preschool, church and Sunday school, and camp buses. A school bus is not a residential accessory vehicle in the R-A and R-1 through R-8 zone districts.

   7. "Truck and van" means a vehicle whose manufacturer’s rated chassis or carrying capacity is one ton or less. This definition does not preclude temporary parking during the loading or unloading of any truck or van, or while being used for onsite construction work.

   "Visible" means capable of being seen, whether or not legible, without visual aid by a person of normal acuity.

   "Wall" means an obscuring structure constructed of masonry, brick, concrete, metal, wood or similar materials that prevents the passage of light, air and vision.

   "Warehouse" means a building or portion thereof used and appropriated by the occupant: (1) for the deposit and safekeeping or selling of his or her own goods at wholesale or by mail order; or (2) not for the deposit and safekeeping or selling of his or her own goods but for the purpose of storing the goods of others placed there in the regular course of commercial dealing and trade, to be again removed or reshipped.

   "Wholesale" means sale for resale, not for direct consumption.

   "Wild Animal" shall mean any species of animal which exists in a natural unconfined state and is not commonly domesticated or suitable for domestication. The term specifically includes, without limitation, all species of poisonous reptiles, lizards belonging to the family Varanidae and crocodilians.

   "Winery" means an agricultural processing plant used for the commercial purpose of processing grapes, other fruit products, or vegetables to produce wine.  Processing includes crushing, fermenting, blending, aging, storage, bottling, administrative office functions for the winery, and warehousing.  Retail sales and tasting facilities of wine and related promotional items may be permitted as part of the winery operations.

   "Wrecking Yard". See "Junk yard."

   "Yard" means an existing or required space not occupied or not to be occupied by a principal use or building on the same lot, parcel or tract with a principal use or building.

   "Yard, Front" means a yard extending the full width of the lot and situated between the street line and the required front setback line.

   "Yard, Rear" means a yard extending the full width of the lot and situated between the rear line of the lot and the required rear setback line.

   "Yard, Side" means a yard extending between the required side setback line and the adjacent side line of the lot and extending from the required front setback line to the required rear setback line.

   "Zone District". See "District, zone".

17.08.010 Application.

The written provisions of the Title 17 shall apply to the applicable zone districts as shown on the Zone District Map, such being a part of Title 17.

17.08.020 Boundaries of districts.

Unless otherwise provided, zone district boundaries shall be on municipal corporate lines, section lines, lot lines, natural boundary lines, or on the center lines of right-of-way lines of highways, streets, alleys, railroad rights-of- way, or such lines extended. In cases where such lines are not used, the zone district lines shall be as determined by using the scale of the Zone District Map.

17.08.030 Divided parcels.

When a parcel of land under one ownership at the time of the adoption of the resolution is divided by a zone district boundary line and the dividing of such a parcel is consistent with the purpose and intent of this resolution and each portion may support a reasonable and legal use, then the zone district boundary line shall be as determined by the scale of the zone district map. Any dispute regarding a zone district line shall be heard by the County Planning Commission. In the event the Commission finds the zone district line is not consistent with the purpose and intent of said resolution, the Commission shall prepare an appropriate recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.

17.100.010 Purpose.

The intent of this Chapter is to provide an interim zone wherein the County Planning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners may more closely provide for the public safety, health and welfare by providing the zone requested on a conditional basis (intent to rezone) and wherein the site plan, architectural features, public necessity, and convenience factors are complied with prior to zone change finalization.

17.100.020 Conditional change of district boundaries and reclassification of districts--Procedure prescribed.

     The procedure to be followed in any change of district boundaries or reclassification of districts shall be as follows:

     A. The applicant or developer shall file with his or her application for change of district boundaries or reclassification of districts a preliminary plan of the use to be made of the land.

     B. The Planning Commission of the County of Pueblo shall consider this preliminary plan of the use to be made of the land and may grant tentative approval.

     C. The Planning Commission shall report and recommend to the County Commissioners the action to be taken and the Commissioners may then act to free the area from the existing zone restrictions on a temporary basis.

     D. The applicant or developer, upon receipt of temporary approval of the Commissioners, may proceed with his or her detailed final plans for the development of the area, which plans shall be submitted to the Planning Commission of the County of Pueblo for final approval.

     E. One year after the final plans have been approved by the Planning Commission of Pueblo County the Commission shall review the progress made by the applicant or developer, and if the progress is within the final plans as submitted by the applicant or developer, the Commission may recommend to the County Commissioners a permanent zoning change or, if no progress has been made or progress has been made other than as presented in the final plans, then the Commission may recommend a cancellation of the temporary grant of change of zoning to the Commissioners.

     F. The County Commissioners shall act upon recommendation of the Planning Commission as provided for in Chapter 17.136.

     G. The Secretary of the Planning Commission shall notify the Building Inspector of the County of Pueblo final approval has been given the applicant and of the final approval of the type of or use of the buildings in sufficient detail so that the Inspector may issue a building permit in conformity with the approved final plans granted to the applicant to developer. If the request for building permit is not in conformity with the plans as approved by the Planning Commission, the Building Inspector shall refuse to grant the building permit or permits and immediately notify the Planning Commission.

    H. The failure of the applicant to meet all conditions, stipulations and limitations contained in Title 17 within the time limit stated therein, or within any extensions granted by the Commission, shall render Title 17 a nullity for all purposes. No express findings of the Commission as to failure to meet such conditions shall be necessary in order to annul Title 17. Failure of the applicant to appear before the Commission to prove or offer to prove strict compliance with such conditions, stipulations and limitations within the time limit or any extension thereof shall be conclusive evidence of noncompliance. In all cases where proof of compliance is submitted to the Commission, the findings of compliance or noncompliance by the Commission shall be conclusive upon the applicant.

     In the event the Commission shall find that the conditions, stipulations and limitations set forth in Title 17 have not been met, it may take the following action:

     1. Extend the time for compliance (not to exceed one year from the date such extension is granted);

     2. Completely annul Title 17 and declare all structures and improvements placed thereon by applicant to be nonconforming and order the removal of such structures and improvements within such reasonable time as shall be determined by the Commission; or

     3. Modify and amend Title 17 provided such modification shall not permit any use expressly or impliedly prohibited in the original Title 17, and provided further that the spirit and intent of the original Title 17 shall be carried out. Before the Commission shall take first or final action on any proposed modification of a resolution of intent to rezone: such proposed modifications shall be referred to the Planning Commission for recommendations.

     I. The Planning Commission shall submit to the County Commissioners its recommendations on proposed amendments within thirty (30) days after the hearing is concluded. Such recommendations may be "To Approve," "Approve with Conditions," or "Disapprove" the application.

     J. After strict compliance with all conditions, stipulations and limitations in the resolution of intent to rezone as originally approved or as modified, the County Commissioners may finally approve a resolution effecting such amendment of the zoning map; provided always that nothing contained herein and no action taken by virtue of this Chapter shall be construed to be a delegation, surrender, or curtailment of the legislative powers, police powers, or administrative authority of the County or County Commissioners.

17.104.010 Authority and Purpose.

Authority

A cluster development is any division of land that creates parcels containing less than thirty-five acres each, for single-family residential purposes only, where one or more tracts are being divided pursuant to a rural land use process and where at least two-thirds of the total area of the tract or tracts is reserved for the preservation of open space in perpetuity. No rural land use process shall approve a cluster development that would exceed one residential unit for each seventeen and one-half acre increment of the total area of the property.  The Cluster Development allows the property to be subdivided by a subdivision exemption per State Statutes and the Pueblo County Code. The Rural Land Use Process is the development review for zoning for design principles.

Purpose

The purpose of the rural land use process is to provide an alternative method of land division that encourages the clustering of single-family residential dwellings and the preservation of open spaces in the rural portions of the County.  It is the intent of this section to allow the County to consider flexible and creative subdivision design concepts under cluster development.

17.104.020 Goals.

     The goals of the Rural Land Use Process are as follows:

     A. To implement a simple and streamlined land use process as an alternative to platting, rezoning, or thirty-five (35) acre land division;

     B. To encourage alternatives to thirty-five (35) acre parcels that would allow maximum retention of characteristics considered important to Pueblo County and most valued by its citizens;

     C. To maintain and enhance rural character by protecting, preserving, and conserving existing rural landscapes;

     D. To encourage development that promotes continued or future agricultural and ranching land uses and protects the County’s rural character, open space, and the character of existing communities while recognizing current zoning;

     E. To preserve the agricultural integrity of Pueblo County and promote its continued productivity;

     F. To reduce infrastructure costs and impacts by providing greater flexibility and efficiency in the siting and design of services and infrastructure;

     G. To encourage and promote good use of the land while responding to lifestyle choices;

     H. To improve rural planning practices and designs by encouraging appropriate and site-sensitive rural residential development;

     I.  To create compact neighborhoods within areas that are accessible to open space amenities and with a strong community identity;

     J. To assure the preservation of open space and significant wetlands areas, and to protect wildlife or critical areas;

     K. To preserve and conserve water resources.

17.104.030 General provisions.

     A. Qualifying:  In order to apply for a Rural Land Use Process, the applicant must comply with all of the criteria listed below.  Compliance with the qualification criteria does not guarantee that an optimal land division solution can be found or the application will be approved.

     1. The site shall be a legal parcel(s);

     2. The site shall be a minimum of seventy (70) contiguous acres in area (either in one parcel or in combination with several parcels; can be severed be public road right-of-way; railroad right-of-way, irrigation canal, or other similar feature) at the time of application submittal;

     3. The landowner shall reserve at least two-thirds (67%) of the total area of the site as open space in perpetuity;

     4. The landowner shall protect wildlife, agricultural (farming/ranching) or critical areas by not permitting development of such in perpetuity;

     5. The site for the Rural Land Use Process shall only be considered in the areas outside the three-mile annexation boundary as delineated in the City of Pueblo Annexation Master Plan, 1995 Update and subsequent updates thereto;

     6. All ad valorem property taxes for years prior to that year in which approval is granted shall be paid for the site.

17.104.040 Evaluation Criteria.

     A.  Purpose. In evaluating the layout of lots and open space, the following criteria will be considered by the County as indicating design appropriate to the site’s natural, agricultural (farming/ranching), historic, and cultural features, and meeting the purposes of this section.  Diversity and originality in lot layout shall be encouraged to achieve the best possible relationship between development and conservation areas.  Accordingly, the County shall evaluate proposals to determine whether the proposed Rural Land Use Plan:

     1. Protects and preserves floodplains and wetlands;

     2. Preserves and maintains mature woodlands, existing fields, pastures, meadows, and orchards, and creates sufficient buffer areas to minimize conflicts between residential and agricultural uses;

     3. Development should be located on the least productive lands;

     4. Maintains or creates a buffer of natural native species vegetation of at least fifty (50) feet in depth adjacent to wetlands and surface waters, including creeks, streams, springs, lakes, and ponds;

     5. Preserves around existing hedgerows and tree lines between fields or meadows. Protects large woodlands (greater than five acres), especially those containing many mature trees or a significant wildlife habitat. However, woodlands in poor condition with limited management potential can provide suitable locations for residential development. When any woodland is developed, great care shall be taken to design all disturbed areas (for buildings, roads, yards, septic disposal fields, etc.) in locations where there are no large trees or obvious wildlife areas, to the fullest extent that is practicable;

     6. Preserves scenic views and vistas unblocked or uninterrupted, particularly as seen from public roadways. For example, in open agrarian landscapes, a deep "no build, no plant" buffer is recommended along the public roadway where those views or vistas are prominent or locally significant. In wooded areas where the sense of enclosure is a feature that should be maintained, a deep "no-build, or no-cut" buffer should be respected, to preserve existing vegetation;

     7. Protects significant wildlife habitat areas and migration routes;

     8. Protects and preserves sites of historic, archaeological or cultural value, and their environs, insofar as needed to safeguard the character of the feature, including spring houses, barn foundations, cellar holes, earthworks, burial grounds, etc.;

     9. Protects rural roadside character and improves public safety and vehicular carrying capacity by avoiding development fronting and/or accessing onto existing public roads. Establishes buffer zones along the scenic corridor of rural roads with historic buildings, windbreaks, etc.;

     10. If physically feasible, incorporate a means for pedestrian circulation connecting open space areas to the neighborhoods;

     11. Provides open space that is reasonably contiguous to the greatest extent practicable. Long thin strips of conservation land shall be avoided, unless the conservation feature is linear or unless such configuration is necessary to connect with other streams or trails;

     12. The open space shall generally abut existing or potential open space land on adjacent parcels, and shall be designed as part of larger contiguous and integrated greenway systems;

     13. Community plans: The applicant shall consider the relevant community plans recommendations and designations in designing the residential cluster and the open space.

17.104.050 Relationship to zoning.

     These standards shall supersede those set forth in the underlying zone district.

     A. Permitted Uses:

     1. Cluster Dwelling Area(s): The following uses only are permitted in the cluster dwelling area(s).

     a. Detached single-family residential units;

     b. Accessory buildings and uses incidental to the residential use of the property.  Mobile homes, railroad rolling stock cars are expressly prohibited as accessory buildings.

     2. Conservation Area(s):

     a. The area primarily remains in its undisturbed natural conditions.

     3. All Areas:

     a. Improvements servicing the residences limited to roads, water systems, waste facilities, and public utilities.

     4. Animals: Persons within the cluster dwelling area(s) shall be permitted to keep up to four (4) dogs (puppies under six (6) months shall not count towards the allowable limit) on any size lot. Persons within the cluster dwelling area(s) on lots with a minimum area of five (5) acres shall be permitted to keep livestock animals. The type and number of livestock animals shall be identified on the Rural Land Use Plan and shall be reviewed by staff. If no livestock animals are allowed, a statement reflecting that restriction shall be placed on the Rural Land Use Plan as a notation.

     B. Permitted Density:   

     1. All Zone Districts: The maximum permitted residential density for a proposed Rural Land Use Process for cluster development shall permit up to one (1) single-family residential unit per each 17.5 acre increment of the total projects acreage.

     2. In all cases, the subdivider is entitled to use the Rural Land Use Process one time at the maximum lot number capacity allowed by the State Statutes for Cluster Development.  Further development of existing lots within the Rural Land Use Process has to go through the subdivision process and comply with underlying zoning.

     C. Development Standards:

     1. Prior to Building Permit Authorization, the Rural Land Use Process per the Pueblo County Code shall be approved by the Board of County Commissioners.

     2. The development standards of the underlying Zone District shall not apply to the Rural Land Use Process.

     D. Waivers or variances to any standard contained in the Rural Land Use Process shall be requested by the landowner/subdivider. The waiver or variance is heard by the Board of County Commissioners at a public hearing for approval or denial. The waiver or variance is published as a legal notice in the local Pueblo newspaper; the legal notice is sent to property owners within a 300-foot perimeter of the rural land use plan property boundary, and a poster of the waiver or variance request is posted on the property.

     E. Other Permits or Requirements: Approval of a land division under the Rural Land Use Process shall not relieve the subdivider of the responsibility for securing other permits or approvals required by the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development, Pueblo Regional Building Department, or any other department or agency of Pueblo County or other public agency.

     F. Public Improvements: As a condition for the approval of the land division, the Board of County Commissioners may require a performance guarantee and warranty for all public improvements proposed.

     1. The type and amount of the security and the duration of the guarantee and warranty shall be as outlined in the Pueblo County Code, Title 16, SUBDIVISIONS and shall be specified in an Improvements Agreement to be submitted by the applicant prior to approval by the Board of County Commissioners.

17.104.060 Application requirements.

     A. Initial Inquiry and Application Review: For a preliminary review of the Rural Land Use Process for eligibility, the subdivider is encouraged to meet with staff with the following for an initial review:

     1. A letter of intent, signed by the landowner(s) and subdivider(s), if different person, describing the proposed uses, the proposed number of lots, the proposed density for the site, and the total acreage of the site.

     2. A USGS topographical map indicating the proposed project with the boundary of the parcel, lots, road layout, open space area, and the surrounding neighborhood context.

     B. Sketch Plan Application (Optional).
     The subdivider can submit a sketch plan application of the Rural Land Use Process for review at a Board of County Commissioners’ meeting. Upon receipt, staff shall refer the sketch plan application to County departments and other government and quasi-government agencies. The sketch plan will enable the Board to render an informal review of the Rural Land Use Process to the subdivider for general scope and conditions that might affect the development. This will allow the subdivider the discretion to continue with the formal application of the Rural Land Use Process.

   C. Formal Application Requirements:
   1. Rural Land Use Plan:  Prior to consideration by the Board of County Commissioners, the subdivider shall submit a Rural Land Use Plan prepared by or under the supervision of a registered professional land surveyor licensed with the State of Colorado and the Plan shall meet the requirements of a “Land Survey Plat” pursuant to the Colorado Revised Statutes, as amended.

   2. Form of the Rural Land Use Plan:

     a. The Rural Land Use Plan shall be in a form acceptable for recordation by the Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder’s Office and shall be on matte finish (both sides), three (3) mil mylar no larger than 24” x 36” drawn in black line ink (no ball point, transfer type or sticky-backs). Acceptable are “fix-line” photographic reproduction or computer generated reproduction of the original drawing. Inaccurate, incomplete or poorly drawn plans, as well as, Diazo (sepia) or electrostatic generated (Xerox) plans shall be rejected.

     b. The Rural Land Use Plan shall be drafted at a scale that best conveys the detailed survey, engineering, and design. When a proposal requires multiple sheets, a composite, on 24” x 36” mylar, shall be provided that delineates the boundaries and identifies each sheet number. The scale may be different than the individual sheets as approved by the staff planner.

     c. The subdivider shall submit four (4) full size copies of the Rural Land Use Plan, one (1) copy of the Rural Land Use Plan reduced to 11" x 17", and one (1) copy of the Rural Land Use Plan reduced to 8 1/2” x 11”.

     3. Content of the Rural Land Use Plan:  The Rural Land Use Plan shall include the following information:

     a. A Title Block with the name of the Rural Land Use Plan, which shall not duplicate any subdivision or planned development, placed at the top of the sheet along the long dimension of the sheet, followed by a legal description, stating the aliquot portion of the section, section, township, range, 6th P.M., and Pueblo, County, Colorado.

     b. Legal description of the property, whether metes and bounds or aliquot portion, according to the deed of record with the recordation information (reception number, book, page, date) cited. The total acreage shall be indicated after said legal description.

     c. Perimeter boundary of the property with bearings, distances, and curve data (radius of curve, central angle, tangent, arc length, notation of non-tangent curves) shall be indicated outside the boundary line. Lengths shall be shown to nearest 0.01’, and degrees shall be shown to nearest seconds. The boundary and internal parcels shall have a closure accuracy of 0.01’.

     d. All lots shall be located, identified and labeled with the appropriate dimension with sufficient linear, bearing, and curve data. No ditto marks shall be used for dimensions. All lots shall be shown in their entirety on one sheet. Lots shall be consecutively numbered.  Include the acreage within each lot to the nearest 0.01 of an acre. All parcels or areas of land inadvertently created and not identified shall be presumed to be open area and shall not be considered to be residential building sites.

     e. Building envelope shall be shown for lots one (1) acre or less or as otherwise required. Building envelopes may not be required on lots greater than one (1) acre. Physical constraints, Individual Sewage Disposal System (ISDS) requirements, well location, as examples, may dictate the necessity for building envelope locations. Dimensions from the building envelope to the lot lines shall be shown.

     f. All protected areas shall be shown and specific delineation may be required.

     g. A vicinity map that depicts the area to be developed and the area, which surrounds the proposed development with related existing and planned streets and highway systems.

     h. Astronomic north arrow; a written and graphic scale; basis of bearings statement; preparation date; names and addresses of owner(s) of record, developer, surveyor who prepared the plan; and the number of the sheet and the total number of sheets.

     i. Depict all easements, including existing and proposed, public and private on and adjacent to the proposed development, their use, principal dimensions, the owners of the easement along with the recordation information, and the name of the entity responsible for construction or maintenance.
     If any easement already of record cannot be definitely located, a statement of its existence, the nature thereof and its recorded reference must appear on the plan.  Distances and bearings on the side lines of parcels which are cut by an easement must be shown with an arrow or so shown to clearly indicate the actual length of the parcel lines.  The widths of all easements and sufficient data to definitely locate the same with respect to each parcel must be shown.  All easements must be clearly labeled and identified.  If an easement shown on the plan is already of record, its recorded reference must be given.

     j. Depict the locations, alignment, names, and principal dimensions for all proposed and adjacent public and private roads, including private driveways.  Indicate the maintenance responsibility, road grades, centerline radii and other pertinent roadway information such as distance between intersections.  Proposed road names shall not be duplicate names to other road names in Pueblo County including its incorporated areas.

     k. Depict legal and physical public access to the proposed development even if not part of the development.

     l. Identify by general and/or USGS map groupings the location of all bodies of water and watercourses, wetlands, 100-year floodplains and other hazard areas, significant rock outcroppings and other significant geologic features, wooded areas, significant individual trees over six (6) inches in diameter measured at six (6) feet above the ground, historical buildings, sites or landscapes, threatened or endangered species habitat, and natural or archaeological features.
     A floodplain is an area of special flood hazard subject to a one percent or greater chance of flooding in any given year (commonly known as the 100-year flood) as designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
     The Rural Land Use Plan shall show the contour and elevation of the floodplain which shall be identified as the “Special Flood Hazard Area--100 Year Floodplain” or similar informational notation.  A note shall appear on the Plan which advises that “A Hazard Area Development Permit and/or compliance with additional floodplain regulations may be required prior to development in the Flood Hazard Area” or similar informational notation.  The elevation of the floodplain shall be shown at the boundary line of the property as it intersects with the contour of the 100-year floodplain.

     m. Identify all existing improvement and structures, utility lines, sewer and water lines.

     n.  Identify the location of and setbacks for all existing wells and septic systems in relation to lot lines. Through the review process, the location of proposed wells may be required. The location of each well may be Northing and Easting coordinates and/or UTM coordinates.

     o. Display ties to aliquot section corners, and to the County GPS according to the Pueblo County Code, Title 16, Chapter 16.68, Global Positioning System.

     p. A NOTES section, which shall specifically include the following notes:
 

The availability of water and permits for wells on these lots or parcels has not been established as of the approval date. Pueblo County makes no guarantee nor should any inference be drawn from an approval of this that there would be either adequate or sufficient quantities of water to serve this subdivision.

The source of research for recorded rights-of-way and easements is (name of title company, commitment for case no., file no., and effective date; i.e., ABC Title Insurance Corporation, Commitment for Title Insurance Case No. 00-00-001, File No. 12345, and having an effective date of month, date, year at time A.M. or P.M.).

and notes pertinent to the development standards pertaining to:
 

• the rural land use plan improvements agreement,
• conservation easements,
• maintenance responsibility for private roads/easements,
• fencing and building standards,
• landscaping requirements, and
• limitations on wells or septic systems.

     q. A Signature Block and Notary Block for the landowner(s) as follow:

(Individual)
I, ______________________, as owner of the land affected by this land division, accept and approve all conditions set forth herein.
Owner: __________________________________ Date ___________

(Multiple Owners)
We, _______________ and _______________ as owners of the land affected by this land division, accept and approve all conditions set forth herein.

Owner: __________________________________ Date ___________
Owner: __________________________________ Date ___________

(Corporation)
 __________________________, as owner of the land affected by this land division, accept and approve all conditions set forth herein.
___________________ as president of _______________Date_________
___________________ as secretary of _______________Date ________

NOTARY PUBLIC
State of Colorado)
                             S.S.
County of Pueblo)

The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of _________________, 20__ by _____________________________.  Witness my hand and official seal. 

My Commission expires ________________.
Notary Public:  ____________________________________________.

     r. Approval Certificate.
 

APPROVAL CERTIFICATE
 
THIS RURAL LAND USE PLAN IS COMPLETE AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PUEBLO COUNTY CODE, TITLE 17, LAND USE.

______________________________________      ________________
Dept. of Planning and Development                             Date

Building permits may be issued pursuant to this plan, as noted hereon.  Approval of this plan does not constitute automatic approval of other required permits. 

s. Surveyor’s Certificate.

I, ________________________ , a Professional Land Surveyor registered in the State of Colorado, hereby certify that a survey of the described property was performed by me or under my direct supervision on _________________, 20___;  this plan of (title of rural land use plan) complies with the minimum standards for Land Surveys and Plats as set forth in Section 38-51-101 et seq., C.R.S. 1973 (as amended).

_________________________________  _____________________
Surveyor’s Name                                         License #

(Surveyor’s seal)          

t. Commissioners’ Certificate.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ CERTIFICATE

This rural land use plan, titled ____________________________, was approved and accepted this _______ day of ______________, 20___, by the Board of County Commissioners, Pueblo County, Colorado.  

__________________________________________
Chair
 

ATTEST:  ________________________________
                 Clerk of Board

(County Seal)

u. Density Statement.

The density of __________ units has been allocated to ______lots.  Further subdivision is not permitted by zoning.

v. Note the following on the plan when the internal roads are private:

All internal roads are private.  Maintenance is the responsibility of ____________________________________.  Pueblo County will not plow snow from the roads, or repair the surface of such roads. 

w. Plat Statement.

     If there are any parties who have an interest in, or an encumbrance on, the property described in the Rural Land Use Plan, those parties shall sign and have notarized the following statement or facsimile thereof:

FOR VALUE RECEIVED, the undersigned consents to the (name of Rural Land Use Plan), joins in the dedication of all roads, easements, rights-of-way and access restrictions shown hereon, and subordinates its interest in the property described in this (name of Rural Land Use Plan) to a Rural Land Use Improvements Agreement between the Subdivider and the County of Pueblo executed in conjunction therewith.

Signed the _____ day of _______ 20___.

___________________________________________________
Name and Title

___________________________________________________
Name of Institution with Interest

NOTARY PUBLIC
State of Colorado)
                             S.S.
County of Pueblo)

The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of _________________, 20__ by (name and title, institution name).  Witness my hand and official seal. 

My Commission expires ________________.
Notary Public:  ____________________________________________.

     4. Additional Documentation: In addition to the Rural Land Use Plan, the following supplementary documents shall be required prior to consideration by the Board of County Commissioners.

1. A letter of intent, signed by the landowner(s) and subdivider(s), if different person, describing the proposed uses, the proposed number of lots, the proposed density of the site, and the total acreage of the site. (1 copy)
2. Proof of Ownership in the form of a recorded deed. (1 copy). If the property is unplatted or includes a partial lot, a copy of the recorded warranty deed, recorded or signed prior to August 31, 1972, for the same property is required.
3. A current title commitment or title policy (no older than thirty (30) days from the date of submittal to the Department of Planning and Development). (1 copy)
4. A letter of authorization from the landowner permitting a representative to process the application, if applicable. (1 copy)
5. Proof that a water supply sufficient in terms of quality, quantity, and dependability will be available to ensure an adequate supply of water for the proposed uses on the property. Proof of Water in the form of a letter indicating that the necessary water taps will be available if supply is through a special district or servicing authority. If the water supply is by wells, the proof shall be provided by a qualified groundwater hydrologist. (Original)
6.  Individual Sewage Disposal System (ISDS) Report if proposing on-lot sewage treatment or a letter from the public or private sewage treatment facilities it can and will provide adequate sewage treatment if such service is to be provided by an existing district. (Original)
7.  Proof of approved access location from the Pueblo County Department of Public Works or from the Colorado Department of Transportation for the proposed road(s) serving the development from a dedicated or maintained County road or from a State Highway to the overall site. (1 copy)
8.  When in a Fire Protection District, proof of Fire Protection in the form of a letter from the local fire protection district indicating their ability to serve the site and if any fire hydrants are needed. (Original) The Fire Protection District has the authority to review private roads for appropriate widths, cul-de-sac radius, etc.
9. Outside a Fire Protection District, the subdivider shall submit:
        --a description of how purchasers of the lots shall be notified the subject property is not within a Fire Protection District.
        --a fire protection plan for fire mitigation identifying examples such as no wood shingles; said plan is to be reviewed by the Pueblo County Department of Emergency Management and/or Pueblo Regional Building Department.
10. A Conservation Easement, or similar instrument, specifying all development and land division restrictions, and the duration, maintenance requirements and permitted uses for the open space. (2 copies)
11. A Rural Land Use Plan Improvements Agreement specifying any conditions related to guarantees and warranties for any and all public improvements. (2 copies)
12. Right-of-way and roads to be dedicated to the public and petitioned to the Board of County Commissioners for maintenance by the County shall be designed and constructed according to and shall adhere to the Pueblo County Code, Title 12, Roads, Bridges and Public Places, Chapter 12, Roadway Design and Construction Standards.  Required Roadway Design and Construction plans are to be submitted. (2 copies)
13. Homeowners’ covenants, conditions and restrictions. (2 copies)
14. Maintenance plan (2 copies) which identifies:
         --Party responsible for maintenance of common areas, facilities, and open space tracts.
         --Items to be included in the maintenance program including but not limited to provisions for snow removal, trash removal, maintenance of recreation facilities, common areas and other amenities.
15. Original Certification of Taxes Due from the County Treasurer that all ad valorem taxes have been paid.
16. A Geotechnical Report that provides evidence that all building envelopes, access roads and utilities, and other areas proposed to be disturbed within the project site which may involve soil, topographical, or geologic conditions presenting hazards or requiring special precautions have been identified and that the proposed uses of these areas are compatible with such conditions. Such evidence may include, but shall not limited to snow avalanches, landslides, rock falls, mudflows, unstable slopes or soils, seismic effects, radioactivity, ground subsidence, shallow water table, expansive soils, and areas inundated by the 100-year floodplain. The Geotechnical Report shall be sent to the Colorado Geological Survey for review and comments. The applicant shall pay the fee at the time of submittal as required by the Colorado Geological Survey. (2 copies)

17.104.070 Development review.

     A. Initial Inquiry: The initial inquiry involves preliminary discussions between staff and the subdivider to review the request site, discuss eligibility criteria and goals for the site, discuss what is expected of the subdivider and landowner, and discuss the process and submittal requirements. Qualification for this process in no way guarantees that a suitable land division is attainable or that the Board of County Commissioners will approve the application.

     B. Initial Application: If qualified to apply, the subdivider shall submit an application pursuant to Section 17.104.060(A), Initial Inquiry and Application Review.

     C. Public Meeting: Prior to consideration by the Board of County Commissioners, the subdivider is encouraged to host a public meeting to introduce the proposal to the general community and to solicit input and comments from the general public. This is not a requirement.

     D. Formal Submission: Prior to consideration by the Board of County Commissioners, the subdivider shall submit a formal application in compliance to Section 17.104.060(B), Sketch Plan Application (optional) and/or 17.140.060(C), Formal Application Requirements.

     E. Formal Referral: Upon receipt, staff shall refer the formal submission to County departments and other government or private agencies pursuant to the Title 16, SUBDIVISIONS procedures for submission and review of plats. The referral agencies shall make recommendations within twenty-one (21) days after the mailing by Pueblo County unless a necessary extension of not more than thirty (30) days has been consented to by the subdivider and the Board of County Commissioners. The failure of any agency to respond within twenty-one (21) days or within the period of an extension shall be deemed an approval of the Rural Land Use Plan; except that, where such Plan involves twenty (20) or more dwelling units, a school district shall be required to submit within said time limit specific recommendations with respect to the adequacy of school sites and the adequacy of school structures.

     F. Public Notice: The Rural Land Use Process is the process by which the cluster development occurs. The Rural Land Use Plan shall be heard by the Board of County Commissioners at a public hearing for approval or denial. The Rural Land Use Plan is published as a legal notice in the local Pueblo newspaper, the legal notice is sent to property owners within a 300-foot perimeter of the Rural Land Use Plan property boundary, and a poster of the Rural Land Use Plan is posted on the property.
    

    G. Staff Review: Staff shall prepare a review taking all comments received by the referred agencies into consideration and make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.

    H. Board of County Commissioners' Review: The Board of County Commissioners shall consider staff’s review and recommendation, agency comments, the formal submittal, any public hearing comments and any other information submitted and may decide to approve, conditionally approve or deny the application. The Board of County Commissioners may impose such conditions to recordation of the Rural Land Use Plan and other documents in order to implement the intent of this process. Such requirements, when they exist, shall be noted on the Rural Land Use Plan.

     I.  Recordation.

     1. Upon approval by the Board, the subdivider shall have 180 days to submit the approved Rural Land Use Plan ready for recordation and any other documents with appropriate recording fees to the Department of Planning and Development.

     2. Within thirty (30) days of receipt of the Rural Land Use Plan, the staff planner shall review the documents for compliance with the Board’s approval, obtain the County Official’s signatures, and submit to the Clerk and Recorder’s Office for recordation.

     J. State Engineer Notification: Staff shall notify the State Engineer of the Division of Water Resources of the approved rural cluster land division and shall provide the State Engineer a copy of the approved Rural Land Use Plan within ten (10) days of the Board of County Commissioners’ approval.

17.104.080 Design principles.

     A. Purpose: Throughout the Rural Land Use Process, both staff and the applicant are governed by the design principles outlined below. These principles exist to facilitate the development of an optimal design solution that meets the goals for which the Rural Land Use Process was established.

     Each principle is followed by detailed regulations consisting of a combination of standards and guidelines. While the standards outlined are mandatory and required of the subdivider, the guidelines are general suggestions that promote and encourage excellent design. Staff may recommend rejection of the proposed land division based on inadequate conformance to the design standards if the land division contravenes or conflicts with the goals of this process.

     B. Domestic Water.

     1. Standards:

     a. A maximum of one (1) well permit as issued by the State Engineer, Division of Water Resources as allowed by C.R.S. 30-28-404 Water - Sewage- Roadways - Notification to State Engineer shall be permitted for every residential unit.

     b. Water consumption shall be metered and monitored as required by the State Engineer.

     2. Guidelines:

     a. Water supply may be through individual wells or through any public or private entity.  Common, joint or shared water systems, where technically feasible and viable, may be used as an alternative to individual, independent wells. Where shared or public systems are proposed, augmentation plans, if required, must be submitted to and approved by the State Engineer.

     b. Xeriscaping and/or indigenous vegetation is encouraged as much as possible.

     C. Neighborhood and Lot Configuration.

     1. Standards:

     a. Residential clusters shall be located on areas that are free of known geologic hazards including floodplains, wetlands, or landslide/slip areas, and shall be located so as to not adversely impact these areas.

     b. The minimum size of a proposed lot shall be determined, at the least, by the nature and characteristics of the area, soil types, constraints on the lot, and by the letter of approval from the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment.

     c. No more than one (1) single-family dwelling shall be located on a lot.

     d. All parking shall be off-street parking.

     2. Guidelines:

     a. A proposal may contain one or more residential clusters grouped into compact neighborhoods. The lots should be clustered so as to make efficient use of land resources and infrastructure.

     b. Views from the public road abutting the development road toward the residential cluster should be minimized by the use of natural changes in topography or existing vegetation.

     c. In all cases, the residential cluster should be located such that impacts with environmental, cultural or open space resources are minimized.

     D. Roads.

     1. Standards:

     a. Roads shall be designed and located in such a way as to maintain and preserve natural topography, cover, and trees; to minimize cuts and fill; and to preserve and enhance views on or off the site.

     b. Rights-of-way to be dedicated to Pueblo County as public streets/roads within the boundaries of the subject property shall comply with the Pueblo County Roadways Functional Classification Plan, April 23, 1998 and the Pueblo County Roadway Design and Construction Standards, April 23, 1998, and subsequent revisions adopted by Pueblo County.  Rights-of-way for public streets/roads shall be dedicated to Pueblo County on the Rural Land Use Plan.

     c. Streets/roads on old plats may need to be vacated.

     d. Private roads shall be shown as access easements and the lot/parcel property lines shall be the centerline of the easements. An access agreement will be required to be prepared, a note placed on the Plan of the access agreement, and the agreement shall be recorded concurrently with the Plan. The maintenance of the access easements is through the homeowner's association created through the Rural Land Use Process, or by other means the developer proposes. The documents shall be reviewed by the Department of Planning and Development. Private roads shall have road name signs installed by the subdivider. The road name signs shall comply with the 1997 Uniform Fire Code, Part III General Provisions for Safety, Article 9 - Fire Department Access and Water Supply, Section 901-General and Section 902-Fire Department Access, and future amendments thereto, and the 1997 Urban-Wildland Interface Code, Chapter 4 Urban-Wildland Interface Area Requirements, Section 401-General, Section 402- Applicability, Section 403-Access, and future amendments thereto, and the most current edition of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

     e.  Road names shall not be duplicate names to other road names in Pueblo County including its incorporated areas.

     2. Guidelines:

     a. Locate, group and design roads and driveways such that privacy is provided among and between residential units.

     b. Shared driveways are encouraged as much as possible.

     c. Orient roads to provide opportunities to maximize residential solar exposure and heat conservation in the winter and maximize shading in the summer.

     d. If possible, have lots on one side of the road (i.e., single-loaded lots), in order that the maximum number of homes may enjoy views of open space.

     e. Minimize disturbance caused by the introduction of roads by siting roads in accordance to the topography and avoiding sensitive natural environments.

     f.  Re-vegetate or enhance all road cuts, grading, and other earth disturbances with indigenous vegetation.

     E. Drainage.

     1. Standards:

     a. All storm drainage facilities shall be located such that they shall not adversely impact floodplains, watercourses, water bodies, or wetlands.

     b. A drainage report shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for approval. All construction activities disturbing more than one (1) acre will require a NPDES permit issued by the Colorado Department of Health, Water Quality Control Division, Permits and Enforcement Section, which will require a storm water management plan.  The storm water management plan will be reviewed by the Pueblo County Department of Public Works.

     2. Guidelines:

     a. Retain natural drainage channels, wetlands and depression areas in their natural state in an effort to minimize erosion.

     b. Preserve ecosystems adjacent to or within streams, wetlands, bodies of water, and other riparian habitats.

     c. Sound alternatives to detention/retention ponds are encouraged as a means of controlling and managing storm water drainage.

     d. Innovative methods of storm water management are encouraged.

     e. All man-made drainage channels and water management facilities should blend and harmonize with the natural environment. Extensive grading, contouring and earthwork should be avoided.

     f. Storm water detention/retention basins should be sited, formed and re-vegetated so that they harmonize with the natural surroundings and complement natural water flows. Excessive grading, clearing, and alteration of the site should be avoided and soil erosion should be minimized.

     F. Buildings and Structures.

     1. Standards:

     a. All buildings or structures existing or built on the land reserved for development shall be contained within predetermined building envelopes for lots one (1) acre or less or as otherwise required. Building envelopes may not be required on lots greater than one (1) acre. Physical constraints, Individual Sewage Disposal System (ISDS) requirements, well location, as examples, may dictate the necessity for building envelope locations. If building envelopes are not required, the buildings or structures shall have the following setbacks from property boundaries:

Front setback                   Minimum 25 feet

Side and rear setbacks    Minimum 15 feet

     b. Only one (1) single-family dwelling unit shall be permitted for each residential parcel proposed.

     c. Building envelopes and/or no-build areas may be required to protect a site’s natural, historic, and/or cultural features. See the Rural Land Use Evaluation Criteria (Section 17.104.040(A)) to better understand what types of physical features may require protection. All such building envelopes and/or no-build areas must be depicted on the Rural Land Use Plan.

     d. Unless otherwise agreed to by the County, the cost and responsibility of maintaining common facilities (open areas, private roads, shared water systems, and shared sewage disposal systems) shall be borne by the property owner or the homeowner’s association.

     e. Fencing shall be designed to conform to the topography and be of a color that blends with the natural environment.

     f. No signage, either temporary or permanent, is permitted except the following:
        --Gateway sign(s) for the development at each approved entryway as permitted and approved by Pueblo County pursuant to Section 17.116.100 Gateway Signs.  The gateway sign shall not be animated or illuminated and shall be constructed of natural materials with a maximum area of thirty-two (32) square feet, a maximum height of six (6) feet, and setback from all property lines a minimum of fifteen (15) feet and shall not impede driver and pedestrian visibility.
        --Advertising devices and signs not requiring permits pursuant to the Chapter 17.116, Advertising Devices and Signs.
        --Road signs shall be required and be the responsibility of the subdivider.
        --Development sign(s) pursuant to Section 17.116.090, Development signs. Signs shall not be animated and if illuminated shall comply with Section 17.120.180, Outdoor Lighting.

     2. Guidelines.

     a. The placement of structures within building envelopes along the street frontage should be varied to minimize uniformity.

     b. Group, mass, and design building such that privacy is provided among and between units.

     c. Orient residences for maximum solar exposure and heat conservation in the winter and maximum shading in the summer.

     d. Minimize disturbances caused by the introduction of buildings and structures or by their construction by being sensitive to the topography and existing natural environment.

     e. Any pedestrian, equestrian, and recreation trail should be soft-surface.  Asphalt or hard surface materials should be avoided.

     f. Re-vegetate or enhance all earth disturbances (building cuts, graded areas) with indigenous vegetation. Technical assistance or advice for re-vegetation is available from the Colorado State Forest Service, the Natural Resources Conservation Service, and Colorado State University Extension.

     g. Signage should be of a scale and character that is compatible with the development, surrounding environment, and maintenance views of the natural landscape, public parks and open space, emphasizing natural materials.

     h. Install utilities in a manner that will minimize visible structures, power poles, overhead power lines, tree removal, and other site disturbances. Mitigate disturbances with indigenous vegetation. Where possible, utilities should be located underground.

     i.  Lighting should be designed to avoid glare onto neighboring properties or onto roadways.

     j.  Utilize exterior materials, finishes and colors for buildings and structures that integrate with the surrounding natural environment.  Buildings and structures should not dominate or overwhelm the site.

     k. Avoid fences except as needed for wildlife corridors, domestic animal control or livestock containment. When fencing is proposed, it should be open in design so as not to restrict wildlife movement, it should conform to the topography, and should be of a color that integrates with the natural surrounding environment.

     l.  Privacy fencing may be used when the backs of lots are adjacent to a County road or state highway, or on individual lots to provide privacy or enclosure for the lot or a portion of the lot.

     G. Sanitation.

     1. Standards:

     a. Individual Sewage Disposal Systems shall comply with the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment regulations.

     b. Clustering of individual sewage disposal systems, where proposed, shall be pursuant to the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment regulations.

     c. No portion of an Individual Sewage Disposal Systems for the proposed lots shall be located within the open space.

     d. Primary and alternative individual sewage disposal system locations shall be shown and identified within the building envelope, if required, on the Rural Land Use Plan. These systems shall be pursuant to the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment Regulations.

     2. Guidelines:

     a. Common, joint or shared sewage disposal facilities, where technically feasible and viable, may be used as an alternative to individual or independent septic fields.

     H. Open Space.

     1. Standards:

     a. At least two-thirds of the total area of the site shall be reserved as open space.

     b. The calculation of the open space shall not include already existing public open space.

     c. Preservation of the open space shall be through one or some combination of the following instruments:
         --A fee simple dedication to Pueblo County, provided the County accepts the dedication.
         --A conservation easement.
         --Any other legal instrument approved by the Planning Director and the County Attorney.

     d. The beneficiary of the preservation instrument shall be either a) Pueblo County, or b) an organization that is (a) a qualified organization at the time of transfer under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended (or any successor provision then applicable), and the applicable regulations promulgated there under, (b) authorized to acquire and hold conservation easements under Colorado law.

     e. Ownership and maintenance of the open space shall be by one or some combination of the following entities:
        --A homeowner’s association established according to state statute and with the authority to collect a fee to maintain the open space.
        --An established land trust.
        --Public jurisdictions or agencies, subject to their acceptance.
        --Quasi-public organizations, subject to their acceptance.
        --The original landowner.
        --Shared, undivided interest by all property owners of the residential parcels.
        --Pueblo County, subject to acceptance by the Board of County Commissioners.

     f. Infrastructure systems shall not be sited within sensitive or fragile natural areas. All site disturbances for installations shall be re-vegetated and graded to harmonize with the natural surroundings.

     g. Agricultural/ranch buildings and structures shall be permitted to be located in the open space provided they are contained within specified building envelopes predetermined and delineated in the open space on the Rural Land Use Plan.

     2. Guidelines:

     a. Where the following characteristics exist, they should be located within the open space:
         --Significant wildlife habitat or migration routes.
         --Sensitive, rare, endangered or unusual vegetation or ecosystems.
         --Remarkable geologic features such as rock outcrops or formations.
         --Streams, watercourses, wetlands, and other bodies of water.
         --Trail Corridors, such as existing trails, trail easements, or trail connections shown on an official plan.
         --Designated historical or archaeological features.
         --Unstable slopes and slopes greater than 30%.
         --Geologic and other hazard areas.
         --Candidate lands identified by the Pueblo Comprehensive Plan.

     b. Landscaping within the open space should be minimized. Where proposed, new landscaping should utilize indigenous vegetation.

     c. Allow wildlife movement corridors in a size, location, and character that will encourage their continued use and in contiguity with adjacent wildlife corridors.

     d. Encourage the preservation of ecosystems adjacent to or within streams, wetlands, bodies of water, and other riparian habitats.

     e. Natural features should be maintained in their original condition as much as possible but may be modified to improve their function or overall condition provided a management plan and any subsequent changes has been approved or reviewed by Pueblo County. Permitted modifications may include reforestation, woodland management, meadow management, buffer area landscaping, stream bank protection, and wetlands management.

     f. The open space should be configured as a single lot unless an existing ditch or road, an existing physical feature or historic site, or sensitive wildlife habitat make this infeasible.

     g. Where agricultural or ranching uses are proposed within the open space, a management plan should be submitted to Pueblo County for review. Technical advice for management plans is available from the Natural Resources Conservation Service and from Colorado State University Extension Service.

     I.  Buffer.

     1. Standards:

     a. Perimeter buffering shall be required to minimize visual and noise impacts where adjacent land uses are of a different type (e.g., residential adjacent to commercial or industrial) or are of a substantially different residential density; or where the cluster is adjacent to a County road, State or federal highway or a railroad.

     b. Where the proposed cluster abuts a County road, state or federal highway or a railroad, the buffer is measured from the edge of the existing right-of-way and must be of a width and design to reduce visual and noise impacts from the road, highway, or railroad.

     c. A buffer area having a minimum depth of fifty (50) feet shall be provided between any proposed structure within the cluster development and the perimeter of the cluster development area.  Existing structures are not subject to this standard.

     d. Whenever possible the natural vegetation shall be retained, or if required, vegetation shall be planted of sufficient size to shield the development from abutting properties. Buffer strips may include fences or berms, as well as shrubs and trees.

     e. Development of any nature is discouraged within the buffer area.

     2. Guidelines:

     a. Buffering may be accomplished through the use of increased separation between land uses and/or by using native or drought resistant vegetation, fencing, walls, or a combination of these measures.

     b. The traditional concept of using windbreak plantings around a farm may be desirable for the design of buffering between a cluster and agricultural uses.

     c. Perimeter buffering of a cluster in mountainous areas should be designed to take into consideration the buffering effect provided by existing trees and topography.

17.104.090 Definitions.

     "Cluster Subdivision" means a form of single-family residential subdivision that creates parcels containing less than thirty-five acres each, permits housing units to be grouped on sites or lots with dimensions, frontages, and setbacks reduced from conventional sizes of the current zone district, allows one residential unit for each seventeen and one-half acre increment, and where at least two-thirds of the total land area is reserved for the preservation of open space.
     "Buffer" means an area of land used to separate visibly one use from another or which acts as a separation between two land uses of different intensity.
     "Common Open Space" means land within or related to a cluster residential development, not individually owned, which is designed and intended for the common use or enjoyment of the residents of the development, or the public, which may contain such accessory structures and improvements as are necessary and appropriate for recreation purposes. A condition of the cluster residential development approval shall be that the common open area may not be further subdivided.
     "Homeowner’s Association" means a private nonprofit association which is organized by the developer of a cluster residential development in which individual owners share common interests in open space and/or facilities and are in charge of preserving, managing and maintaining the common property, and enforces certain covenants and restrictions.
     "Tract" means an area, parcel, site, piece of land, or property that is the subject of a development proposal and applications.
     "Improvements Agreement" means an agreement guaranteeing to construct any required public improvements shown in the rural land use documents, together with collateral which is sufficient, in the judgment of the Board, to make reasonable provision for the completion of said improvements in accordance with design and time specifications.
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References: Currituck County, North Carolina
                  New Hampshire Resource Net:  Cluster Residential Development
                  Larimer County, Colorado
                  Jefferson County, Colorado
                  Douglas County, Colorado
                  Summit County, Colorado
                  Colorado Revised Statutes
                  Pueblo County Code

17.105.010 Purpose.

The purpose of this regulation is to establish reasonable and uniform limitations, safeguards, and controls for the wise utilization of commercial mineral deposits and for subsequent reclamation of the excavated land.  This regulation shall be known as the Pueblo County Mineral Resource Extraction Regulations and shall pertain to any commercial or non-commercial mining of commercial mineral deposits within the boundaries of Pueblo County. This regulation is designed to provide a clear and practical set of rules and steps for the preparation of an application to permit mining and reclamation of commercial mineral deposit resource areas while protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Pueblo County.  This regulation has been designed to be consistent with the Pueblo Regional Development Plan and other County regulatory documents.  This regulation does not affect special use permits for mining, issued prior to the adoption date of this regulation, unless the applicant files an application for expansion or significant changes to the original special use permit at which time compliance with the regulations will be required.

17.105.020 Authority.

The following State Statutes give Pueblo County the power and authority to create and enforce this regulation known as the Pueblo County Mineral Resource Extraction Regulations.

1. CRS 30-28-111:  Enables land use regulation through zoning.
2. Article 20 of Title 29 (H.B. 1034, 1974, “Local Government Land Use Control Enabling Act,”):  Grants counties and municipalities broad authority to plan for and regulate the use of land.  No restrictions, conditions, or procedures are proscribed for local governments under this statute.  CRS 31-23-225, which requires a municipality to notify the County, as well as the Land Use Commission and State Geologist, of a proposed major activity (covering five or more acres of land), prior to approving any zoning change, subdivision, or building permit application associated with that activity.

17.105.030  Applicability.

This regulation shall apply to any private use, commercial use, or public use related to the activities described herein within the boundaries of unincorporated Pueblo County limits.  All mining operation and processing are subject to the requirements of this section.  In the event that the provisions of this section conflict with any other provisions of the Pueblo County Code, this section shall supersede as it applies to mining operations and processing.  This section is to supplement Title 17, Chapter 17.140 APPEALS – Article 1, Section 17.140.050 Special Use Permit Standards of the Pueblo County Code in the area of Mineral Resource Extraction.

17.105.040 Definitions.

The application of the following terms and associated definitions shall be limited to those applications submitted under this section of the Pueblo County Code.  These terms and definitions do not modify, alter, or replace any other terms or definitions included within other sections of this Code, including, but not limited to, those terms and definitions contained within the Pueblo County Code, Title 17, Chapter 17.04 GENERAL PROVISIONS AND DEFINITIONS.

Mineral Deposit, Commercial

A natural mineral deposit of limestone, clay, coal, dimension stone, marble, rock, sand, shale, silt, gravel and quarry aggregate for which extraction by an extractor is or will be commercially feasible and regarding which it can be demonstrated by geologic, mineralogical, or other scientific data that such deposit has significant economic or strategic value to the area, State, or nation.

Mineral and natural resource extraction

The physical withdrawal of minerals and natural resources.

Mineral processing plant

Facilities for the manufacture or reduction of minerals.

Mining

The extraction of commercial mineral deposits.

Mining operation

The development or extraction of a commercial mineral deposit from its natural occurrences on affected land.  The term includes, but is not limited to, open mining, surface operation and surface clearing (rock picking) of individual stones and stone boulders.  The term also includes transportation and processing operations on affected land.  The term does not include:  Oil and/or Gas Operations; the concentrating, milling, evaporation, cleaning, preparation, transportation, and other off-site operations not conducted on affected land.

Processing

Any activities associated with the preparation of commercial mineral deposit for use.  These activities include, but are not limited to:  on-site transport, waste products from air emissions control and water treatment, crushing, screening, washing, slabbing, polishing, grinding, concrete or asphalt mixing (does not include concrete batch plant and hot mix plant) or other such action exclusive of extraction.

Reclamation

The employment, during and after an operation, of procedures reasonably designed to minimize as much as practicable the disruption from an operation and provide for the establishment of plant cover, stabilization of soil, protection of water resources, or other measures appropriate to the subsequent beneficial use of the affected lands.

Mining shall not be defined to include any other type of operation such as concrete, asphalt, or other manufacturing operations.  Additional special use permits as well as the appropriate zoning will be required for those operations if they are to occur within the permit area for mining operation and processing.

All mining operation and processing shall comply with all State and Federal regulations related to mining, air quality, water quality and water law, and stormwater.

17.105.050 Requirements for a Mining Operation and Processing:

The following zone districts shall be for mineral resource extraction only; no processing shall be included:

1. A mining operation and processing is permitted only upon issuance of the following:
   1. A Special Use Permit as stated in the Pueblo County Code, Title 17, Chapter 17.140 APPEALS-Article 1, by the Pueblo County Planning Commission.
      1. The Special Use Permit Application shall include a copy of the letter of completeness from the Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety (they conducted their completeness review and have found the application to be complete), and a copy of the complete application with associated exhibits.
2. The areas allowed for a mining operation and processing are as follows:
   1. Zoning Requirements:
      • Agricultural Zones
      • Residential-Agricultural (R-A) Zone
      • I-1, I-2, and I-3 Zones
      • S-1 Zone District (all uses except for an emergency facility require a special use permit)

      The following zone districts shall be for mineral resource extraction only; no processing shall be included:

      • R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, R-6, and S-3
3. Should the final reclamation plan for the site incorporate water storage with a capacity of 500 acre feet or more, it may require review and approval of a permit under the Pueblo County Code, Title 17, Division II. Areas and Activities of State and Local Interest (also known as “1041 Regulations”), Chapter 17.172 REGULATIONS FOR EFFICIENT UTILIZATION OF MUNICIPAL AND INDUSTRIAL WATER PROJECTS.
4. An appeal of the final action by the Pueblo County Planning Commission can be appealed to the Board of County Commissioners as outlined in Sections 17.140.100-17.140.105.

17.105.060 Operational Restrictions

The mining operation and processing shall operate in accordance with the following conditions as well as any additional conditions imposed by either the State or local application review process, or the permit may be revoked following a public hearing by the Planning Commission:

1. Application:  The special use permit application for a mining operation and processing shall include a copy of the deed for the surface owner and provide the identity of subsurface owners.  A copy of the reclamation bond required by the State of Colorado must be submitted prior to the start of operations.
2. Time Restrictions:  Excavation, screening, or crushing shall not occur outside the hours of 6:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. if the operation is within 1,500 feet of a residential structure or a commercial structure such as a hotel, motel, or lodge that provides sleeping accommodations.  This shall be measured from the special use permit boundary to the wall of the closest residential or commercial structure.
3. Drainage Restrictions:  The operator shall not excavate, store overburden, or construct a dike in such a manner as to increase any drainage or flooding onto property not owned by the operator or permit holder or cause any damage to public property or facilities.
4. Zoning and Building Codes:  Structures or buildings on the property of the permitted gravel mining operation must conform to all County zoning standards and building codes.  Construction trailers and temporary buildings shall be included in the special use permit application and depicted in the mining plan.
5. Roads:  The mine operator is required to apply for an Access Permit through the Department of Engineering and Public Works and to comply with all conditions of the Access Permit.
6. Haul Route Plan:  The operator shall designate haul routes on Pueblo County roads for a specific mining operation application.  It is preferred that a Haul Route adhere to the following:
   1. Avoidance of Developed Areas.  Truck haulage and traffic routes shall be designed to the maximum extent feasible to avoid residential areas, commercial areas, schools and other civic buildings, municipalities, and already congested locations.  Alternative routes shall be identified.
   2. Timing of Hauling.  Timing of truck traffic may be controlled to prevent congestion or adverse noise impacts or safety risks.  Timing shall also be controlled to take into consideration school bus pick-up and drop-off times.
   3. Load Control.  Applicant shall prevent loss of loads and fugitive dust emissions during transit, and shall be responsible to ensure that haul routes are maintained in accordance with dust-suppressant methods required by applicable State or Federal agency.
7. Dust Control:  The operator of the mining operation is required to control dust at the mining and processing site such that adjacent and downwind-developed land is not impacted.
8. Protection of approach, departure, and circling airspace for all airports:  A mining operation with reclamation plans that provide for a permanent lake, water storage, wetlands, and/or any creation of wildlife attractants shall be coordinated with the Airport Sponsor, the Planning Commission, the FAA and FAA’s technical representative, the Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as part of the permit application.

17.106.070 Specific Development and Performance Standards.

1. Transportation Impact Analysis and Mitigation
   1. Purpose

      This section is meant to ensure that mining operators plan, manage, and mitigate impacts to Pueblo County roadways and bridges that result from a mining operation, processing, and ongoing new traffic generation.  In order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the existing and future residents of Pueblo County, mitigation of potential transportation impacts shall be required.

   2. Transportation Impact Study

      Applications for all mining operation and processing may be required to include a transportation impact study, which shall clearly identify and distinguish the impacts to Pueblo County roads and bridges related to the haul route, and ongoing new traffic generation.  All required studies shall be prepared in accordance with the Pueblo County Roadways Design and Construction Standards (Standards) or other guidelines as provided by the Pueblo County Department of Engineering and Public Works.  The process for mitigation of transportation impacts typically includes a plan for traffic control, the receipt of all necessary permits, ongoing roadway maintenance, and improving or reconstructing County roads, including providing financial assurance.

      1. Traffic Control Plan Required

         A traffic control plan, prepared by a Professional Engineer licensed to practice in the State of Colorado or a Certified Traffic Control Supervisor, shall be prepared for each phase of construction where Pueblo County roads will be utilized for transportation of materials in support of site construction and/or operations.  The plan shall include the following components:

         • Traffic Control Plan (TCP)
         • Haul Route Plan
         • Existing Conditions Survey
      2. Construction Drawings Required

         In the event that public road improvements are required, pursuant to Access Permit approval, to accommodate a mining operation and/or processing, drawings prepared by a Professional Engineer licensed to practice in the State of Colorado shall be approved prior to permitting work in the right-of-way.  Such drawings shall be in substantial conformance with the Standards, as determined by the Director of the Pueblo County Department of Engineering and Public Works.  Financial assurance shall be required for the construction or reconstruction of all public roads.  The following permits, studies, plans, or approvals are typically required prior to construction of public improvements:

         • Access Permit
         • Pueblo County Right-of-Way Excavation Permit
         • Erosion and Stormwater Quality Control Permit
         • Traffic Impact Study
         • Traffic Control Plan
         • Approval of Overweight and Vehicle Size Transport
      3. Maintenance

         In the event that the activities of an operator cause any roadway to become substandard, Pueblo County shall require the operator to provide ongoing maintenance of the applicable substandard County roadways.  Such maintenance may include dust control measures and roadway improvements such as graveling, shouldering, and/or paving as determined in the Transportation Impact Study.

      4. Site Access

         Any access to a property from a Pueblo County roadway requires a Pueblo County-issued Access Permit or if located within the Pueblo West Metropolitan District requires a Pueblo West Metropolitan District-issued Access Permit.  Through an intergovernmental agreement between Pueblo County and the Pueblo West Metropolitan District, the requirements for access and drainage are addressed by the District.  Access permits for access to the Pueblo County road system are issued through Pueblo County Department of Engineering and Public Works or the Pueblo West Metropolitan District (District) for roads within the District.  Access permits are revocable upon issuance of a stop work order if permit violations occur.  The permitting and construction of site accesses shall comply with the Standards.

      5. An Agreement with Pueblo County for use of Pueblo County maintained roads may be required.

         The Agreement shall reference the Plan, a Transportation Impact Study, along with the associated construction drawings and cost estimate.  Such agreement shall be supported by an acceptable form of surety Bond or Letter of Credit acceptable to the Pueblo County Attorney.

      17.105.080 Procedure for Mining Operation and Processing Requests

      The extraction of commercial mineral deposits with the necessary accessory uses shall be permitted in the zones described in this regulation upon approval of a special use permit and in conformance with an approved excavation and reclamation plan.

      1. All applications will require a public hearing before the Pueblo County Planning Commission.  Recommendations from the Planning Commission will be considered in a regular meeting of the Pueblo County Planning Commission for approval of a special use permit for a mining operation and processing.  The planning staff, prior to submission to the Planning Commission, will review permit applications for completeness.  The planning staff may reject incomplete applications.
      2. Waiver of Requirements:  The Planning Commission may approve a waiver to any of the above Special Use Permit requirements, except those conditions and permits issued by outside agencies, if a written report provides clear data that the requirement is not necessary to meet the intent of this regulation and to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of the community and the rights of adjacent property owners.  This recommendation if accepted shall become a part of the permanent record and permit.
      3. If the Planning Commission, in its discretion, determines that the applicant is not proceeding with due diligence to establish the Special Use Permit in accordance with the conditions placed on the approval, then it may direct staff to so advise the applicant of its concerns and, further, to schedule a hearing pursuant to notice in accordance with Title 17, Chapter 17.140 APPEALS – Article 1 of the Pueblo County Code ordering the applicant to show cause why the Special Use Permit should not be revoked for a failure to establish the use or to proceed with due diligence in establishing the use in accordance with the conditions placed on the approval.

      17.105.090 Procedures and Policies Following Approval of a Special Use Permit for Mining Operation and Processing by the Planning Commission

      The following conditions, procedures, and regulations shall apply to any mining operation and processing after approval and until the required reclamation has been completed and approved by the appropriate State agency and the Pueblo County Planning Commission.

      1. Prior to commencing mining activities, the applicant shall provide the Department of Planning and Development a copy of the approved mining and reclamation permit issued by the Mined Land Reclamation Board, Department of Natural Resources, State of Colorado.
      2. Prior to commencing mining activities, the applicant shall obtain several other permits, in addition to the special use permit.  Depending upon the nature and location of the operation, a mining operation may/or may not require permits from the following agencies and copies of any approved permits shall be submitted to the Department of Planning and Development:
         • Colorado Department of Health, Air Pollution Control Division - Fugitive Dust Permits
         • Colorado Department of Health, Water Quality Control Division - State of Colorado Stormwater Discharge Permit
         • Pueblo County Department of Public Works - Access Permit, and Pueblo County Stormwater Discharge Permit
         • Pueblo West Metropolitan District - Access Permit and Stormwater Discharge Permit
         • Colorado Department of Transportation - Access Permit and Stormwater Discharge Permit.
      3. The applicant shall provide the Department of Planning and Development a copy of all other required Federal, State, and local permit applications, approvals, amendments, waivers, temporary cessation, intermittent status or releases (e.g., air quality, DRMS, etc.) pertaining to the special use permit within 30 days of their submittal to the respective agency, and approval by the respective agency.
      4. Substantial changes to the approved special use permit shall require an amendment to the special use permit.
      5. Where the operation is adjacent to subdivided and/or developed commercial, and/or residential property, screening and buffering shall be used to mitigate visual impacts.  Screening and buffering may be accomplished by the use of sight-obscuring plant materials, earth berms, walls, or a solid screen fence of natural color to prevent visibility of the mining operation if deemed necessary by the Department of Planning and Development.  The operator may screen and buffer the entire area or only the area of excavation; however, no screening or buffering shall be removed until the area has completed reclamation.  This requirement can be relaxed by recommendation of the Planning Commission if the operational safety and visual impact of the mining is not compromised.  Any relaxation of this standard must be specifically cited in the conditions of approval of the special use permit prior to filing with the Department of Planning and Development.
      6. Haul roads and storage piles within the premises shall be maintained in a reasonably dust free condition to meet the requirements of this regulation.
      7. All air emissions shall conform to Federal, State, and County Standards in place at the time of operation.
      8. All water uses and discharges shall conform to standards established by the State Water Pollution Control Commission, the water laws of the State of Colorado, and Federal water quality standards.
      9. The permit holder must submit a copy of the annual report required by the Mined Land Reclamation Board/State of Colorado for the duration of active mining activity, and during reclamation activity, to the Department of Planning and Development.
      10. All slopes shall be stabilized and land remaining above the natural water level shall be re-vegetated in a manner compatible with the surrounding area, and subject to the approval of the appropriate State agencies.
      11. The operator shall have a comprehensive weed evaluation done by either the County extension agency, a weed control district office, private weed consultant/contractor, or the Noxious Weed Management Agency for Pueblo County for the mine permit area during the months of June through September after permit approval.  Upon completion of the comprehensive weed evaluation:
          • Should State-listed noxious weeds be found on the site, a copy of the Integrated Noxious Weed Management Plan from the agency that conducted the inspection shall be submitted to the Department of Planning and Development and the Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety.
          • Should State-listed noxious weeds not be found, a letter stating that no weeds were present shall be submitted to the Department of Planning and Development from the agency that conducted the inspection.
          • All fees incurred for a comprehensive weed evaluation shall be paid by the operator.
      12. Right to Inspect:  The Board of County Commissioners or its official representatives in the form of the Planning Commission Board, County Engineer, or Department of Planning and Development shall have the right to inspect the property at any time as a condition of this mining permit for the purposes of determining compliance with County regulations, compliance with conditions of approval, or for concerns of public health or safety.  The owner, operator, and representative will be given three (3) days notice of said inspection and a representative shall be present for the inspection. (Res. P&D 15-025, app. 5-13-2015)

       

17.108.010 Statutory authorization.

   The Legislature of the State of Colorado has, in Title 29, Article 20 of the Colorado Revised Statutes, delegated the responsibility of local governmental units to adopt regulations designed to minimize flood losses.  Therefore, the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Pueblo, Colorado, does hereby adopt the following floodplain management regulations.

17.108.020 Finding of fact.

   A. The flood hazard areas of Pueblo County are subject to periodic inundation, which can result in loss of life and property, health and safety hazards, disruption of commerce and governmental services, and extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection and relief, all of which adversely affect the health, safety and general welfare of the public.

   B. These flood losses are created by the cumulative effect of obstructions in floodplains which cause an increase in flood heights and velocities, and by the occupancy of flood hazard areas by uses vulnerable to floods and hazardous to other lands because they are inadequately elevated, floodproofed or otherwise protected from flood damage.

17.108.030 Statement of purpose.

   It is the purpose of this Chapter to promote the public health, safety and general welfare, and to minimize public and private losses due to flood conditions in specific areas by provisions designed:

   A. To protect human life and health;

   B. To minimize expenditure of public money for costly flood control projects;

   C. To minimize the need for rescue and relief efforts associated with flooding and generally undertaken at the expense of the general public;

   D. To minimize prolonged business interruptions;

   E. To minimize damage to critical facilities, infrastructure and other public facilities such as water, sewer and gas mains; electric and communications stations; and streets and bridges located in floodplains;

   F. To help maintain a stable tax base by providing for the appropriate use and development of flood-prone areas in such a manner as to minimize future flood blight areas;

   G. To ensure that potential buyers are notified that property is located in a flood hazard area; and

   H. To ensure that those who occupy the areas of a flood hazard assume responsibility for their actions.

17.108.040 Methods of reducing flood losses.

   In order to accomplish its purposes, this Chapter includes methods and provisions for:

   A. Restrict or prohibit uses which are dangerous to health, safety or property in times of flood, or cause excessive increases in flood heights or velocities;

   B. Require that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities which serve such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of initial construction;

   C. Control the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers, which are involved in the accommodation of flood waters;

   D. Control filling, grading, dredging and other development which may increase flood damage; and

   E. Prevent or regulate the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert flood waters or which may increase flood hazards to other lands.

17.108.050 Definitions.

   Unless specifically defined below, words or phrases used in this Chapter shall be interpreted so as to give them the meaning they have in common usage and to give this Chapter its most reasonable application.

   "100-Year Flood"  means a flood having a recurrence interval that has a one-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded during any given year (1-percent-annual-chance flood).  The terms "one-hundred-year flood" and "one percent chance flood" are synonymous with the term "100-year flood".  The term does not imply that the flood will necessarily happen once every one hundred years.

   "100-Year Floodplain" means the area of land susceptible to being inundated as a result of the occurrence of a one-hundred-year flood.

   "500-Year Flood" means a flood having a recurrence interval that has a 0.2-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded during any given year (0.2-percent-chance-annual-flood). The term does not imply that the flood will necessarily happen once every five hundred years.

   "500-Year Floodplain" means the area of land susceptible to being inundated as a result of the occurrence of a five-hundred-year flood.

   "Addition" means any activity that expands the enclosed footprint or increases the square footage of an existing structure.

   "Alluvial Fan Flooding" means a fan-shaped sediment deposit formed by a stream that flows from a steep mountain valley or gorge onto a plain or the junction of a tributary stream with the main stream.  Alluvial fans contain active stream channels and boulder bars, and recently abandoned channels.  Alluvial fans are predominantly formed by alluvial deposits and are modified by infrequent sheet flood, channel avulsions and other stream processes.

   "Appeal" means a request for a review of the County’s interpretation of any provisions of this Chapter or a request for a variance.

   "Area of Shallow Flooding" means a designated Zone AO or AH on a community's Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) with a one percent chance or greater annual chance of flooding to an average depth of one to three feet where a clearly defined channel does not exist, where the path of flooding is unpredictable and where velocity flow may be evident.  Such flooding is characterized by ponding or sheet flow.

   "Area of Special Flood Hazard" means the land in the floodplain within a community subject to a one percent or greater chance of flooding in any given year.

   "Base Flood" means the flood having a one-ercent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year.

   "Base Flood Elevation (BFE)" means the elevation shown on a FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map for Zones AE, AH, A1-A30, AR, AR/A, AR/AE, AR/A1-A30, AR/AH, AR/AO, V1-V30, and VE that indicates the water surface elevation resulting from a flood that has a one percent chance of equaling or exceeding that level in any given year.

   "Basement"  means any area of a building having its floor sub-grade (below ground level) on all sides.

   "Channel" means the physical confine of stream or waterway consisting of a bed and stream banks, existing in a variety of geometries.

   "Channelization" means the artificial creation, enlargement or realignment of a stream channel.

   "Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)" means the codification of the general and permanent Rules published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government.  It is divided into 50 titles that represent broad areas subject to Federal regulation.

   "Community" means any political subdivision in the state of Colorado that has authority to adopt and enforce floodplain management regulations through zoning, including, but not limited to, cities, towns, unincorporated areas in the counties, Indian tribes and drainage and flood control districts.

   "Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR)" means FEMA's comment on a proposed project, which does not revise an effective floodplain map, that would, upon construction, affect the hydrologic or hydraulic characteristics of a flooding source and thus result in the modification of the existing regulatory floodplain.

   "Critical Facility" means a structure or related infrastructure, but not the land on which it is situated, as specified in Section 17.108.180 H, that if flooded may result in significant hazards to public health and safety or interrupt essential services and operations for the community at any time before, during and after a flood. See Section 17.108.190 H.

   "Critical Feature" means an integral and readily identifiable part of a flood protection system, without which the flood protection provided by the entire system would be compromised.

   "Development" means any man-made change in improved and unimproved real estate, including but not limited to buildings or other structures, mining, dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation or drilling operations or storage of equipment or materials.

   "DFIRM Database" means database (usually spreadsheets containing data and analyses that accompany DFIRMs).  The FEMA Mapping Specifications and Guidelines outline requirements for the development and maintenance of DFIRM databases.

   "Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map (DFIRM)" means FEMA digital floodplain map.  These digital maps serve as “regulatory floodplain maps” for insurance and floodplain management purposes.

   "Elevated Building" means a non-basement building (i) built, in the case of a building in Zones A1-30, AE, A, A99, AO, AH, B, C, X, and D, to have the top of the elevated floor above the ground level by means of pilings, columns (posts and piers), or shear walls parallel to the flow of the water and (ii) adequately anchored so as not to impair the structural integrity of the building during a flood of up to the magnitude of the base flood. In the case of Zones A1-30, AE, A, A99, AO, AH, B, C, X, and D, "elevated building" also includes a building elevated by means of fill or solid foundation perimeter walls with openings sufficient to facilitate the unimpeded movement of flood waters.

   "Existing Manufactured Home Park or Subdivision" means a manufactured home park or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including, at a minimum, the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads) is completed before the effective date of the floodplain management regulations adopted by a community.

   This definition is for use in the Flood Hazard Area Regulations and is not to be used in other Pueblo County land use regulations (e.g., zoning) without the expressed determination of the Zoning Administrator.

   "Expansion to an Existing Manufactured Home Park or Subdivision" means the preparation of additional sites by the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads).

   "Federal Register" means the official daily publication for Rules, proposed Rules, and notices of Federal agencies and organizations, as well as executive orders and other presidential documents.

   "FEMA" means Federal Emergency Management Agency, the agency responsible for administering the National Flood Insurance Program.

   "Flood or Flooding" means a general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of normally dry land areas from:

     1.  The overflow of water from channels and reservoir spillways;

     2.  The unusual and rapid accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any source; or

     3.  Mudslides or mudflows that occur from excess surface water that is combined with mud or other debris that is sufficiently fluid so as to flow over the surface of normally dry land areas (such as earth carried by a current of water and deposited along the path of the current).

   "Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM)" means an official map of a community, on which the Federal Emergency Management Agency has delineated both the Special Flood Hazard Areas and the risk premium zones applicable to the community.

   "Flood Control Structure" means a physical structure designed and built expressly or partially for the purpose of reducing, redirecting, or guiding flood flows along a particular waterway.  These specialized flood modifying works are those constructed in conformance with sound engineering standards.

   "Flood Insurance Study (FIS)" means the official report provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The report contains the Flood Insurance Rate Map as well as flood profiles for studied flooding sources that can be used to determine Base Flood Elevations for some areas.

   "Flood, Intermediate Regional" means a type of flood, including the water surface elevation and territorial occupation thereof, which can be expected to occur at any time in a given area based upon recorded historical precipitation and other valid data, but with an average statistical one percent (1%) flood or hundred (100) year flood.

   "Floodplain or Flood-Prone Area" means any land area susceptible to being inundated as the result of a flood, including the area of land over which floodwater would flow from the spillway of a reservoir.

   "Floodplain Administrator" means the community official designated by title to administer and enforce the floodplain management regulations.

   "Floodplain Development Permit" means a permit required before construction or development begins within any Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA).  If FEMA has not defined the SFHA within a community, the community shall require permits for all proposed construction or other development in the community including the placement of manufactured homes, so that it may determine whether such construction or other development is proposed within flood-prone areas.  Permits are required to ensure that proposed development projects meet the requirements of the NFIP and this floodplain management Chapter.

   "Floodplain Management" means the operation of an overall program of corrective and preventive measures for reducing flood damage, including but not limited to emergency preparedness plans, flood control works and floodplain management regulations.

   "Floodplain Management Regulations" means zoning and subdivision regulations, building codes, health regulations, special purpose regulations (such as a floodplain regulation, grading regulation and erosion control regulation) and other applications of police power.  The term describes such state or local regulations, in any combination thereof, which provide standards for the purpose of flood damage prevention and reduction.

   "Flood Profile" means engineering conclusions, based upon historical facts and/or generally accepted engineering principles, represented on a graph or other medium, showing the relationship of the water surface elevation of a flood to the lands surrounding the channel.

   "Floodproofing"  means any combination of structural and/or non-structural additions, changes, or adjustments to structures which reduce or eliminate flood damage to real estate or improved real property, water and sanitary facilities, structures and their contents.

   "Floodway (Regulatory Floodway)" means the channel of a river or other watercourse and adjacent land areas that must be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than a designated height.  The Colorado statewide standard for the designated height to be used for all newly studied reaches shall be one-half foot (six inches).  Letters of Map Revision to existing floodway delineations may continue to use the floodway criteria in place at the time of the existing floodway delineation.

   "Freeboard" means the vertical distance in feet above a predicted water surface elevation intended to provide a margin of safety to compensate for unknown factors that could contribute to flood heights greater than the height calculated for a selected size flood such as debris blockage of bridge openings and the increased runoff due to urbanization of the watershed.

   "Functionally Dependent Use" means a use which cannot perform its intended purpose unless it is located or carried out in close proximity to water.  The term includes only docking facilities, port facilities that are necessary for the loading and unloading of cargo or passengers, and ship building and ship repair facilities, but does not include long-term storage or related manufacturing facilities.

   "Highest Adjacent Grade" means the highest natural elevation of the ground surface prior to construction next to the proposed walls of a structure.

   "Historic Structure" means any structure that is:

    1.  Listed individually in the National Register of Historic Places (a listing maintained by the Department of Interior) or preliminarily determined by the Secretary of the Interior as meeting the requirements for individual listing on the National Register;

    2.  Certified or preliminarily determined by the Secretary of the Interior as contributing to the historical significance of a registered historic district or a district preliminarily determined by the Secretary to qualify as a registered historic district;

    3.  Individually listed on a state inventory of historic places in states with historic preservation programs which have been approved by the Secretary of Interior; or

    4.  Individually listed on a local inventory of historic places in communities with historic preservation programs that have been certified either:

        a.  By an approved state program as determined by the Secretary of the Interior or;

        b.  Directly by the Secretary of the Interior in states without approved programs.

   "Letter of Map Revision (LOMR)" means FEMA's official revision of an effective Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), or Flood Boundary and Floodway Map (FBFM), or both. LOMRs are generally based on the implementation of physical measures that affect the hydrologic or hydraulic characteristics of a flooding source and thus result in the modification of the existing regulatory floodway, the effective Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), or the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA).

   "Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill (LOMR-F)" means FEMA’s modification of the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) based on the placement of fill outside the existing regulatory floodway.

   "Levee" means a man-made embankment, usually earthen, designed and constructed in accordance with sound engineering practices to contain, control, or divert the flow of water so as to provide protection from temporary flooding.  For a levee structure to be reflected on the FEMA FIRMs as providing flood protection, the levee structure must meet the requirements set forth in 44 CFR 65.10.

   "Levee System" means a flood protection system which consists of a levee, or levees, and associated structures, such as closure and drainage devices, which are constructed and operated in accordance with sound engineering practices.

   "Lowest Floor" means the lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area (including basement).  Any floor used for living purposes which includes working, storage, sleeping, cooking and eating, or recreation or any combination thereof.  This includes any floor that could be converted to such a use such as a basement or crawl space.  The lowest floor is a determinate for the flood insurance premium for a building, home or business.  An unfinished or flood resistant enclosure, usable solely for parking or vehicles, building access or storage in an area other than a basement area is not considered a building's lowest floor; provided that such enclosure is not built so as to render the structure in violation of the applicable non-elevation design requirement of Section 60.3 of the National Flood Insurance Program regulations.

   "Manufactured Home" means a structure transportable in one or more sections, which is built on a permanent chassis and is designed for use with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities. The term "manufactured home" does not include a "recreational vehicle".

   This definition is for use in the Flood Hazard Area Regulations and is not to be used in other Pueblo County land use regulations (e.g., zoning) without the expressed determination of the Zoning Administrator.

   "Manufactured Home Park or Subdivision" means a parcel (or contiguous parcels) of land divided into two or more manufactured home lots for rent or sale.

   This definition is for use in the Flood Hazard Area Regulations and is not to be used in other Pueblo County land use regulations (e.g., zoning) without the expressed determination of the Zoning Administrator.

     "Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)" means a form with data regarding the properties of a particular substance.  An important component of product stewardship and workplace safety, it is intended to provide workers and emergency personnel with procedures for handling or working with that substance in a safe manner, and includes information such as physical data (melting point, boiling point, flash point, etc.), toxicity, health effects, first aid, reactivity, storage, disposal, protective equipment, and spill-handling procedures.

   "Mean Sea Level" means for purposes of the National Flood Insurance Program, the North American Vertical Datum (NAVD) of 1988 or other datum, to which Base Flood Elevations shown on a community's Flood Insurance Rate Map are referenced.

   "National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)" means FEMA’s program of flood insurance coverage and floodplain management administered in conjunction with the Robert T. Stafford Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.  The NFIP has applicable Federal regulations promulgated in Title 44, Chapter I, Part 67, Section 67.11, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).  The U.S. Congress established the NFIP in 1968 with the passage of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968.

   "New Construction" means structures for which the "start of construction" commenced on or after the effective date of this Chapter.

   "New Manufactured Home Park or Subdivision" means a manufactured home park or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including at a minimum, the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads) is completed on or after the effective date of floodplain management regulations adopted by a community.

   This definition is for use in the Flood Hazard Area Regulations and is not to be used in other Pueblo County land use regulations (e.g., zoning) without the expressed determination of the Zoning Administrator.

   "No-Rise Certification" means a record of the results of an engineering analysis conducted to determine whether a project will increase flood heights in a floodway.  A No-Rise Certification must be supported by technical data and signed by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer.  The supporting technical data should be based on the standard step-backwater computer model used to develop the 100-year floodway shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) or Flood Boundary and Floodway Map (FBFM).

   "Physical Map Revision (PMR)" means FEMA’s action whereby one or more map panels are physically revised and republished.  A PMR is used to change flood risk zones, floodplain and/or floodway delineations, flood elevations, and/or planimetric features.

   "Recreational Vehicle" - means a vehicle which is:

    1.  Built on a single chassis;

    2.  400 square feet or less when measured at the largest horizontal projections;

    3.  Designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light duty truck; and

    4.  Designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use.

   This definition is for use in the Flood Hazard Area Regulations and is not to be used in other Pueblo County land use regulations (e.g., zoning) without the expressed determination of the Zoning Administrator.

   "Special Flood Hazard Area" means the land in the floodplain within a community subject to a one percent or greater chance of flooding in any given year, i.e., the 100-year floodplain.

   "Start of Construction" means the date the building permit was issued, including substantial improvements, provided the actual start of construction, repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, placement, or other improvement was within 180 days of the permit date.  The actual start means either the first placement of permanent construction of a structure on a site, such as the pouring of slab or footings, the installation of piles, the construction of columns, or any work beyond the stage of excavation; or the placement of a manufactured home on a foundation.  Permanent construction does not include land preparation, such as clearing, grading and filling; nor does it include the installation of streets and/or walkways; nor does it include excavation for basement, footings, piers or foundations or the erection of temporary forms; nor does it include the installation on the property of accessory buildings, such as garages or sheds not occupied as dwelling units or not part of the main structure.  For a substantial improvement, the actual start of construction means the first alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor, or other structural part of a building, whether or not that alteration affects the external dimensions of the building.

   "Structure" means a walled and roofed building, including a gas or liquid storage tank, which is principally above ground, as well as a manufactured home.

   This definition is for use in the Flood Hazard Area Regulations and is not to be used in other Pueblo County land use regulations (e.g., zoning) without the expressed determination of the Zoning Administrator.

   "Substantial Damage" means damage of any origin sustained by a structure whereby the cost of restoring the structure to its before-damaged condition would equal or exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure just prior to when the damage occurred.

   "Substantial Improvement" means any reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, or other improvement of a structure, the cost of which equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the structure before "Start of Construction" of the improvement.  The value of the structure shall be determined by the local jurisdiction having land use authority in the area of interest.  This includes structures which have incurred "Substantial Damage", regardless of the actual repair work performed.  The term does not, however, include either:

    1.  Any project for improvement of a structure to correct existing violations of state or local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which have been identified by the local code enforcement official and which are the minimum necessary conditions or

    2.  Any alteration of a "historic structure” provided that the alteration will not preclude the structure's continued designation as a "historic structure."

   "Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ)" means a quantity designated for each chemical on the list of extremely hazardous substances that triggers notification by facilities to the state that such facilities are subject to emergency planning requirements.

   "Variance"  means a grant of relief to a person from the requirement of this Chapter when specific enforcement would result in unnecessary hardship.  A variance, therefore, permits construction or development in a manner otherwise prohibited by this Chapter. (For full requirements see Section 60.6 of the National Flood Insurance Program regulations.)

   "Violation" means the failure of a structure or other development to be fully compliant with the community's floodplain management regulations.  A structure or other development without the elevation certificate, other certifications, or other evidence of compliance required in Section 60.3(b)(5), (c)(4), (c)(10), (d)(3), (e)(2), (e)(4), or (e)(5) is presumed to be in violation until such time as that documentation is provided.

   "Water Surface Elevation" means the height, in relation to the North American Vertical Datum (NAVD) of 1988 (or other datum, where specified), of floods of various magnitudes and frequencies in the floodplains of coastal or riverine areas.

17.108.060 Land to which this Chapter applies.

   This Chapter shall apply to all Special Flood Hazard Areas and areas removed from the floodplain by the issuance of a FEMA Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill (LOMR-F) within the jurisdiction of Pueblo County, Colorado.

17.108.070 Basis for establishing the Special Flood Hazard Area.

   The Special Flood Hazard Areas identified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in a scientific and engineering report entitled "The Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for the County of Pueblo," dated August 15, 2019, with accompanying Flood Insurance Rate Maps and/or Flood Boundary-Floodway Maps (FIRM and/or FBFM) and any revisions thereto are hereby adopted by reference and declared to be a part of this Chapter. These Special Flood Hazard Areas identified by the FIS and attendant mapping are the minimum area of applicability of this Chapter and may be supplemented by studies designated and approved by the Pueblo Board of County Commissioners.  The Floodplain Administrator shall keep a copy of the Flood Insurance Study, DFIRMs, FIRMs and/or FBFMs on file and available for public inspection.  The Flood Insurance Study and FIRM are on file at the County Zoning Administrator’s office at the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development, 229 West 12th Street, Pueblo, Colorado.

17.108.080 Establishment of Floodplain Development Permit.

   A Floodplain Development Permit shall be required to ensure conformance with the provisions of this Chapter.

17.108.090 Compliance.

   No structure or land shall hereafter be located, altered or have its use changed within the Special Flood Hazard Area without full compliance with the terms of this Chapter and other applicable regulations.  Nothing herein shall prevent the Pueblo Board of County Commissioners from taking such lawful action as is necessary to prevent or remedy any violation.  These regulations meet the minimum requirements as set forth by the Colorado Water Conservation Board and the National Flood Insurance Program.

17.108.100 Abrogation and greater restrictions.

   This Chapter is not intended to repeal, abrogate or impair any existing easements, covenants or deed restrictions. However, where this Chapter and another resolution, easement, covenant or deed restriction conflict or overlap, whichever imposes the more stringent restrictions shall prevail.

17.108.110 Interpretation.

   In the interpretation and application of this Chapter, all provisions shall be:

   A. Considered as minimum requirements;

   B. Liberally construed in favor of the governing body; and

   C. Deemed neither to limit nor repeal any other powers granted under State statutes.

17.108.120 Warning and disclaimer of liability.

   The degree of flood protection required by this Chapter is considered reasonable for regulatory purposes and is based on scientific and engineering considerations. On rare occasions greater floods can and will occur and flood heights may be increased by man-made or natural causes.

   This Chapter does not imply that land outside the Special Flood Hazard Area or uses permitted within such areas will be free from flooding or flood damages.  This Chapter shall not create liability on the part of Pueblo County Board of Commissioners, or any officer or employee thereof for any flood damages that result from reliance on this Chapter or any administrative decision lawfully made thereunder.

17.108.130 Severability.

   This Chapter and the various parts thereof are hereby declared to be severable.  Should any section of this Chapter be declared by the courts to be unconstitutional or invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the Chapter as a whole, or any portion thereof other than the section so declared to be unconstitutional or invalid.

17.108.140 Designation of the Floodplain Administrator.

   The Pueblo County Zoning Administrator is hereby appointed as Floodplain Administrator to administer, implement and enforce the provisions of this Chapter and other appropriate sections of 44 CFR (National Flood Insurance Program Regulations) pertaining to floodplain management.

17.108.150 Duties and responsibilities of the Floodplain Administrator.

   Duties and responsibilities of the Floodplain Administrator shall include, but not be limited to the following:

   A. Maintain and hold open for public inspection all records pertaining to the provisions of this Chapter, including the actual elevation (in relation to mean sea level) of the lowest floor (including basement) of all new or substantially improved structures and any floodproofing certificate required by Section 17.108.160.

   B. Review, approve, or deny all applications for Floodplain Development Permits required by adoption of this Chapter.

   C. Review Floodplain Development Permit applications to determine whether a proposed building site, including the placement of manufactured homes, will be reasonably safe from flooding.

   D. Review permits for proposed development to assure that all necessary permits have been obtained from those Federal, State or local governmental agencies (including Section 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972, 33 U.S.C. 1334) from which prior approval is required.

   E. Inspect all development at appropriate times during the period of construction to ensure compliance with all provisions of this Chapter, including proper elevation of the structure.

   F. Where interpretation is needed as to the exact location of the boundaries of the Special Flood Hazard Area (for example, where there appears to be a conflict between a mapped boundary and actual field conditions) the Floodplain Administrator shall make the necessary interpretation.

  G. When Base Flood Elevation data has not been provided in accordance with Section 17.108.070, the Floodplain Administrator shall obtain, review and reasonably utilize any Base Flood Elevation data and Floodway data available from a Federal, State, or other source, in order to administer the provisions of Section 17.108.190.

   H. For waterways with Base Flood Elevations for which a regulatory Floodway has not been designated, no new construction, substantial improvements, or other development (including fill) shall be permitted within Zones A1-30 and AE on the community's FIRM, unless it is demonstrated that the cumulative effect of the proposed development, when combined with all other existing and anticipated proposed development, will not increase the water surface elevation of the base flood more than one-half foot at any point within the community.

   I. Under the provisions of 44 CFR Chapter 1, Section 65.12 of the National Flood Insurance Program regulations, a community may approve certain development in Zones A1-30, AE, AH, on the community's FIRM which increases the water surface elevation of the base flood by more than one-half foot, provided that the community first applies for a conditional FIRM revision through FEMA (Conditional Letter of Map Revision), fulfills the requirements for such revisions as established under the provisions of Section 65.12 and receives FEMA approval.

   J. Notify, in riverine situations, adjacent communities and the State Coordinating Agency, which is the Colorado Water Conservation Board, prior to any alteration or relocation of a watercourse, and submit evidence of such notification to FEMA.

   K. Ensure that the flood carrying capacity within the altered or relocated portion of any watercourse is maintained.

17.108.160 Permit procedures.

   Application for a Floodplain Development Permit shall be presented to the Floodplain Administrator on forms furnished by him/her and may include, but not be limited to, plans in duplicate drawn to scale showing the location, dimensions, and elevation of proposed landscape alterations, existing and proposed structures, including the placement of manufactured homes, and the location of the foregoing in relation to Special Flood Hazard Area.  Additionally, the following information is required:

   A. Elevation (in relation to mean sea level), of the lowest flood (including basement) of all new and substantially improved structures;

   B. Elevation in relation to mean sea level to which any nonresidential structure shall be floodproofed;

   C. A certificate from a registered Colorado Professional Engineer or architect that the nonresidential floodproofed structure shall meet the floodproofing criteria of Section 17.108.190 B.2.;

   D. Description of the extent to which any watercouse or natural drainage will be altered or relocated as a result of proposed development.

   E. Maintain a record of all such information in accordance with Section 17.108.150.

   Approval or denial of a Floodplain Development Permit by the Floodplain Administrator shall be based on all of the provisions of this Chapter and the following relevant factors:

   A. The danger to life and property due to flooding or erosion damage;

   B. The susceptibility of the proposed facility and its contents to flood damage and the effect of such damage on the individual owner;

   C. The danger that materials may be swept onto other lands to the injury of others;

   D. The compatibility of the proposed use with existing and anticipated development;

   E. The safety of access to the property in times of flood for ordinary and emergency vehicles;

   F. The costs of providing governmental services during and after flood conditions including maintenance and repair of streets and bridges, and public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems;

   G. The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise and sediment transport of the flood waters, and the effects of wave action, if applicable, expected at the site;

   H. The necessity to the facility of a waterfront location, where applicable;

   I.  The availability of alternative locations, not subject to flooding or erosion damage, for the proposed use;

   J. The relationship of the proposed use to the comprehensive plan for that area.

  An application fee as established by the Board by resolution shall be paid at the time application is made.

17.108.170 Appeal and variance procedure.

   A. Appeal Board.

       1. The Appeal Board being the Pueblo County Planning Commission shall hear and render judgment on appeals and requests for variances from the requirements of this Chapter.

      2. The Appeal Board shall hear and render judgment on an appeal only when it is alleged there is an error in any requirement, decision or determination made by the Floodplain Administrator in the enforcement or administration of this Chapter.

      3. Those aggrieved by the decision of the Appeal Board, or any taxpayer, may appeal such decision to the District Court, as provided by law.

      4.  In passing upon such applications, the Appeal Board shall consider all technical evaluations, all relevant factors, standards specified in other sections of this Chapter, and:

         a. The danger that materials may be swept onto other lands to the injury of others;

         b. The danger to life and property due to flooding or erosion damage;

         c. The susceptibility of the proposed facility and its contents to flood damage and the effect of such damage on the individual owner;

         d. The importance of the services provided by the proposed facility to the community;

         e. The necessity to the facility of a waterfront location, where applicable;

         f.  The availability of alternative locations for the proposed use which are not subject to flooding or erosion damage;

         g. The compatibility of the proposed use with existing and anticipated development;

         h. The relationship of the proposed use to the comprehensive plan and floodplain management program of that area;

         i.  The safety of access to the property in time of flood for ordinary and emergency vehicles;

         j.  The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise, and sediment transport of the flood waters and the effects of wave action, if applicable, expected at the site; and

         k. The costs of providing governmental services during and after flood conditions, including maintenance and repair of public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems, and streets and bridges.

      5. Upon consideration of the factors of Section 17.108.170 (A)(4) and the purposes of this Chapter, the Appeal Board may attach such conditions to the granting of variances as it deems necessary to further the purposes of this Chapter as stated in Section 17.108.030.

      6. The Administrator shall maintain the records of all appeal actions, including technical information, and report any variances to the Federal Emergency Management Agency upon request.

   B. Conditions for Variances.

      1. Variances may be issued for new construction and substantial improvements to be erected on a lot of one-half acre or less in size contiguous to and surrounded by lots with existing structures constructed below the base flood level, providing items set out in items (4)(a) through (k) of  Section 17.108.170 (A)(4) and in Section 17.108.160 have been fully considered.  As the lot size increases beyond the one-half acre, the technical justification required for issuing the variance increases.

      2. Variances shall not be issued within any designated floodway if any increase in flood levels during the base flood discharge would result.

      3. Variances may be issued for the repair or rehabilitation of historic structures upon a determination that the proposed repair or rehabilitation will not preclude the structure’s continued designation as a historic structure and the variance is the minimum necessary to preserve the historic character and design of the structure.

      4. Variances shall only be issued upon a determination that the variance is the minimum necessary, considering the flood hazard, to afford relief.

      5. Variances shall only be issued upon:

         a. A showing of good and sufficient cause;

         b. A determination that failure to grant the variance would result in exceptional hardship to the applicant; and

         c. A determination that the granting of a variance will not result in increased flood heights, additional threats to public safety, extraordinary public expense, create nuisances, cause fraud on or victimization of the public as identified in Section 17.180.170 (A)(4), or conflict with existing local laws or regulations.

      6. Any applicant to whom a variance is granted shall be given written notification that the structure will be permitted to be built with a lowest floor elevation below the Base Flood Elevation and that the cost of flood insurance will be commensurate with the increased risk resulting from the reduced lowest floor elevation.

      7. Variances may be issued by a community for new construction and substantial improvements and for the development necessary for the conduct of a Functionally Dependent Use provided that:

         a. The criteria outlined in Section 17.108.170 A (1) - (6) and B (1) – (4), and

         b. The structure or other development is protected by methods that minimize flood damages during the base flood and create no additional threats to public safety.

17.108.180 Penalties for noncompliance.

   No structure or land shall hereafter be constructed, located, extended, converted, or altered without full compliance with the terms of this Chapter and other applicable regulations.  Violation of the provisions of this Chapter by failure to comply with any of its requirements (including violations of conditions and safeguards established in connection with conditions) shall constitute a zoning violation and processed as such.  Any person who violates this Chapter or fails to comply with any of its requirements shall upon conviction thereof be fined or imprisoned as provided by the laws of Pueblo County.  Nothing herein contained shall prevent the Pueblo County from taking such other lawful action as is necessary to prevent or remedy any violation.

17.108.190 Provisions for flood hazard reduction.

1. General Standards.

             In all Special Flood Hazard Areas the following provisions are required for all new construction and substantial improvements:

          1. All new construction or substantial improvements shall be designed (or modified) and adequately anchored to prevent flotation, collapse or lateral movement of the structure resulting from hydrodynamic and hydrostatic loads, including the effects of buoyancy;

          2. All new construction or substantial improvements shall be constructed by methods and practices that minimize flood damage;

          3. All new construction or substantial improvements shall be constructed with materials resistant to flood damage;

          4. All new construction or substantial improvements shall be constructed with electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities that are designed and/or located so as to prevent water from entering or accumulating within the components during conditions of flooding;

          5. All manufactured homes shall be installed using methods and practices which minimize flood damage.  For the purposes of this requirement, manufactured homes must be elevated and anchored to resist flotation, collapse, or lateral movement. Methods of anchoring may include, but are not limited to, use of over-the-top or frame ties to ground anchors.  This requirement is in addition to applicable state and local anchoring requirements for resisting wind forces.

          6. All new and replacement water supply systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system;

          7. New and replacement sanitary sewage systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system and discharge from the systems into flood waters; and,

          8. On-site waste disposal systems shall be located to avoid impairment to them or contamination from them during flooding, as determined by the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment and/or other agencies having jurisdiction.

2. Specific Standards.

          In all Special Flood Hazard Areas where base flood elevation data has been provided as set forth in (i) Section 17.108.070, (ii) Section 17.108.150 (7), or (iii) Section 17.108.190 G., the following provisions are required:

   1. RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

      New construction and Substantial Improvement of any residential structure shall have the lowest floor (including basement), electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities (including ductwork), elevated to one foot above the base flood elevation.  Upon completion of the structure, the elevation of the lowest floor, including basement, shall be certified by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer, architect, or land surveyor. Such certification shall be submitted to the Floodplain Administrator.

   2. NONRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

      With the exception of Critical Facilities, outlined in Section 17.108.190 H, new construction and Substantial Improvements of any commercial, industrial, or other nonresidential structure shall either have the lowest floor (including basement), electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities (including ductwork), elevated to one foot above the base flood elevation or, together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, be designed so that at one foot above the base flood elevation the structure is watertight with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy.

      A registered Colorado Professional Engineer or architect shall develop and/or review structural design, specifications, and plans for the construction, and shall certify that the design and methods of construction are in accordance with accepted standards of practice as outlined in this subsection. Such certification shall be maintained by the Floodplain Administrator, as proposed in Section 17.108.160.

   3. ENCLOSURES

      New construction and substantial improvements, with fully enclosed areas below the lowest floor that are usable solely for parking of vehicles, building access, crawl space (nonliving areas), or storage in an area other than a basement and which are subject to flooding shall be designed to automatically equalize hydrostatic flood forces on exterior walls by allowing for the entry and exit of floodwaters.

      Designs for meeting this requirement must either be certified by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer or architect or meet or exceed the following minimum criteria:

      1. A minimum of two openings having a total net area of not less than one square inch for every square foot of enclosed area subject to flooding shall be provided.
      2. The bottom of all openings shall be no higher than one foot above grade.
      3. Openings may be equipped with screens, louvers, valves, or other coverings or devices provided that they permit the automatic entry and exit of floodwaters.
   
   
   4. MANUFACTURED HOMES

      All manufactured homes that are placed or substantially improved within Zones A1-30, AH, and AE on the community's FIRM on sites (i) outside of a manufactured home park or subdivision, (ii) in a new manufactured home park or subdivision, (iii) in an expansion to an existing manufactured home park or subdivision, or (iv) in an existing manufactured home park or subdivision on which manufactured home has incurred "substantial damage" as a result of a flood, be elevated on a permanent foundation such that the lowest floor of the manufactured home, electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities (including ductwork), are elevated to one foot above the base flood elevation and be securely anchored to an adequately anchored foundation system to resist flotation, collapse, and lateral movement.

      All manufactured homes placed or substantially improved on sites in an existing manufactured home park or subdivision within Zones A1-30, AH and AE on the community's FIRM that are not subject to the provisions of the above paragraph, shall be elevated so that either:

      1. The lowest floor of the manufactured home, electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities (including ductwork),  are one foot above the base flood elevation, or
      2. The manufactured home chassis is supported by reinforced piers or other foundation elements of at least equivalent strength that are no less than 36 inches in height above grade and be securely anchored to an adequately anchored foundation system to resist flotation, collapse, and lateral movement.
   
   
   5. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

      All recreational vehicles placed on sites within Zones A1-30, AH, and AE on the community's FIRM either:

      1. Be on the site for fewer than 180 consecutive days,
      2. Be fully licensed and ready for highway use, or
      3. Meet the permit requirements of Section 17.108.160, and the elevation and anchoring requirements for "manufactured homes" in paragraph (4) of this section.

      A recreational vehicle is ready for highway use if it is on its wheels or jacking system, is attached to the site only by quick disconnect type utilities and security devices, and has no permanently attached additions.

   6. PRIOR APPROVED ACTIVITIES

      Any activity for which a Floodplain Development Permit was issued by Pueblo County or a CLOMR was issued by FEMA prior to November 13, 2013 may be completed according to the standards in place at the time of the permit or CLOMR issuance and will not be considered in violation of this Chapter if it meets such standards.



3. Standards for Areas of Shallow Flooding (AO/AH Zones)

          Located within the Special Flood Hazard Area established in Section 17.108.070, are areas designated as shallow flooding.  These areas have special flood hazards associated with base flood depths of 1 to 3 feet where a clearly defined channel does not exist and where the path of flooding is unpredictable and where velocity flow may be evident.  Such flooding is characterized by ponding or sheet flow; therefore, the following provisions apply:

   1. RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

      All new construction and Substantial Improvements of residential structures must have the lowest floor (including basement), electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities (including ductwork), elevated above the highest adjacent grade at least one foot above the depth number specified in feet on the community's FIRM (at least three feet if no depth number is specified).  Upon completion of the structure, the elevation of the lowest floor, including basement, shall be certified by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer, architect, or land surveyor. Such certification shall be submitted to the Floodplain Administrator.

   2. NONRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

      With the exception of Critical Facilities, outlined in Section 17.108.190 H, all  new construction and Substantial Improvements of non-residential structures, must have the lowest floor (including basement), electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities (including ductwork), elevated above the highest adjacent grade at least one foot above the depth number specified in feet on the community's FIRM (at least three feet if no depth number is specified), or together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, be designed so that the structure is watertight to at least one foot above the base flood level with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads of effects of buoyancy.  A registered Colorado Professional Engineer or architect shall submit a certification to the Floodplain Administrator that the standards of this Section, as proposed in 17.108.160, are satisfied.

      Within Zones AH or AO, adequate drainage paths around structures on slopes are required to guide flood waters around and away from proposed structures.



4. Floodways

          Floodways are administrative limits and tools used to regulate existing and future floodplain development.  The State of Colorado has adopted Floodway standards that are more stringent than the FEMA minimum standard (see definition of Floodway in Section 17.108.050).  Located within Special Flood Hazard Area established in Section 17.108.070 are areas designated as Floodways.  Since the Floodway is an extremely hazardous area due to the velocity of floodwaters which carry debris, potential projectiles and erosion potential, the following provisions shall apply:

   1. Encroachments are prohibited, including fill, new construction, substantial improvements and other development within the adopted regulatory Floodway unless it has been demonstrated through hydrologic and hydraulic analyses performed by a licensed Colorado Professional Engineer and in accordance with standard engineering practice that the proposed encroachment would not result in any increase (requires a No-Rise Certification) in flood levels within the community during the occurrence of the base flood discharge.
   2. If Section 17.108.190 D. 1. above is satisfied, all new construction and substantial improvements shall comply with all applicable flood hazard reduction provisions of Section 17.108.190.
   3. Under the provisions of 44 CFR Chapter 1, Section 65.12, of the National Flood Insurance Regulations, a community may permit encroachments within the adopted regulatory floodway that would result in an increase in Base Flood Elevations, provided that the community first applies for a CLOMR and floodway revision through FEMA.


5. Alteration of a Watercourse

          For all proposed developments that alter a watercourse within a Special Flood Hazard Area, the following standards apply:

   1. Channelization and flow diversion projects shall appropriately consider issues of sediment transport, erosion, deposition, and channel migration and properly mitigate potential problems through the project as well as upstream and downstream of any improvement activity.  A detailed analysis of sediment transport and overall channel stability should be considered, when appropriate, to assist in determining the most appropriate design.
   2. Channelization and flow diversion projects shall evaluate the residual 100-year floodplain.
   3. Any channelization or other stream alteration activity proposed by a project proponent must be evaluated for its impact on the regulatory floodplain and be in compliance with all applicable Federal, State and local floodplain rules, regulations and Chapters.
   4. Any stream alteration activity shall be designed and sealed by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer or Certified Professional Hydrologist.
   5. All activities within the regulatory floodplain shall meet all applicable Federal, State and Pueblo County floodplain requirements and regulations.
   6. Within the Regulatory Floodway, stream alteration activities shall not be constructed unless the project proponent demonstrates through a Floodway analysis and report, sealed by a registered Colorado  Professional Engineer, that there is not more than a 0.00-foot rise in the proposed conditions compared to existing conditions Floodway resulting from the project, otherwise known as a No-Rise Certification, unless the community first applies for a CLOMR and Floodway revision in accordance with Section 17.108.190 D.
   7. Maintenance shall be required for any altered or relocated portions of watercourses so that the flood-carrying capacity is not diminished.


6. Properties Removed from the Floodplain by Fill

          A Floodplain Development Permit shall not be issued for the construction of a new structure or addition to an existing structure on a property removed from the floodplain by the issuance of a FEMA Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill (LOMR-F), unless such new structure or addition complies with the following:

   1. RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

      The lowest floor (including basement), electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities (including ductwork), must be elevated to one foot above the Base Flood Elevation that existed prior to the placement of fill.

   2. NONRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

      The lowest floor (including basement), electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities (including ductwork), must be elevated to one foot above the Base Flood Elevation that existed prior to the placement of fill, or together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities be designed so that the structure or addition is watertight to at least one foot above the base flood level that existed prior to the placement of fill with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads of effects of buoyancy.



7. Standards for Subdivision Proposals
   1. All subdivision proposals including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall be reasonably safe from flooding.  If a subdivision or other development proposal is in a flood-prone area, the proposal shall minimize flood damage.
   2. All proposals for the development of subdivisions including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall meet Floodplain Development Permit requirements of Section 17.108.080; Section 17.108.160; and the provisions of Section 17.108.190 of this Chapter 17.108.
   3. Base Flood Elevation data shall be generated for subdivision proposals and other proposed development including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions which is greater than 50 lots or 5 acres, whichever is lesser, if not otherwise provided pursuant to Section 17.108.070 or Section 17.108.150 of this Chapter 17.108.
   4. All subdivision proposals including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall have adequate drainage provided to reduce exposure to flood hazards.
   5. All subdivision proposals including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall have public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical and water systems located and constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage.


8. Standards for Critical Facilities

       A Critical Facility is a structure or related infrastructure, but not the land on which it is situated, as specified in Rule 6 of the Rules and Regulations for Regulatory Floodplains in Colorado, that if flooded may result in significant hazards to public health and safety or interrupt essential services and operations for the community at any time before, during and after a flood.

   1. CLASSIFICATION OF CRITICAL FACILITIES

      It is the responsibility of the Pueblo Board of County Commissioners to identify and confirm that specific structures in their community meet the following criteria:

      Critical Facilities are classified under the following categories: (a) Essential Services; (b) Hazardous Materials; (c) At-risk Populations; and (d) Vital to Restoring Normal Services.

      1. Essential services facilities include public safety, emergency response, emergency medical, designated emergency shelters, communications, public utility plant facilities, and transportation lifelines.

         These facilities consist of:

         1. Public safety (police stations, fire and rescue stations, emergency vehicle and equipment storage, and, emergency operation centers);
         2. Emergency medical (hospitals, ambulance service centers, urgent care centers having emergency treatment functions, and non-ambulatory surgical structures but excluding clinics, doctors offices, and non-urgent care medical structures that do not provide these functions);
         3. Designated emergency shelters;
         4. Communications (main hubs for telephone, broadcasting equipment for cable systems, satellite dish systems, cellular systems, television, radio, and other emergency warning systems, but excluding towers, poles, lines, cables, and conduits);
         5. Public utility plant facilities for generation and distribution ( hubs, treatment plants, substations and pumping stations for water, power and gas, but not including towers, poles, power lines, buried pipelines, transmission lines, distribution lines, and service lines); and
         6. Air Transportation lifelines (airports (municipal and larger), helicopter pads and structures serving emergency functions, and associated infrastructure (aviation control towers, air traffic control centers, and emergency equipment aircraft hangars).

         Specific exemptions to this category include wastewater treatment plants (WWTP), non-potable water treatment and distribution systems, and hydroelectric power generating plants and related appurtenances.

         Public utility plant facilities may be exempted if it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Pueblo Board of County Commissioners that the facility is an element of a redundant system for which service will not be interrupted during a flood.  At a minimum, it shall be demonstrated that redundant facilities are available (either owned by the same utility or available through an intergovernmental agreement or other contract) and connected, the alternative facilities are either located outside of the 100-year floodplain or are compliant with the provisions of this Article, and an operations plan is in effect that states how redundant systems will provide service to the affected area in the event of a flood. Evidence of ongoing redundancy shall be provided to the Pueblo Board of County Commissioners on an as-needed basis upon request.

      2. Hazardous materials facilities include facilities that produce or store highly volatile, flammable, explosive, toxic and/or water-reactive materials.

         These facilities may include:

         1. Chemical and pharmaceutical plants (chemical plant, pharmaceutical manufacturing);
         2. Laboratories containing highly volatile, flammable, explosive, toxic and/or water-reactive materials;
         3. Refineries;
         4. Hazardous waste storage and disposal sites; and
         5. Above ground gasoline or propane storage or sales centers.

         Facilities shall be determined to be Critical Facilities if they produce or store materials in excess of threshold limits.  If the owner of a facility is required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to keep a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) on file for any chemicals stored or used in the work place, AND the chemical(s) is stored in quantities equal to or greater than the Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) for that chemical, then that facility shall be considered to be a Critical Facility.  The TPQ for these chemicals is:  either 500 pounds or the TPQ listed (whichever is lower) for the 356 chemicals listed under 40 C.F.R. § 302 (2010), also known as Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHS); or 10,000 pounds for any other chemical. This threshold is consistent with the requirements for reportable chemicals established by the Colorado Department of Health and Environment. OSHA requirements for MSDS can be found in 29 C.F.R. § 1910 (2010).  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulation “Designation, Reportable Quantities, and Notification,” 40 C.F.R. § 302 (2010) and OSHA regulation “Occupational Safety and Health Standards,” 29 C.F.R. § 1910 (2010) are incorporated herein by reference and include the regulations in existence at the time of the promulgation this Chapter, but exclude later amendments to or editions of the regulations.

         Specific exemptions to this category include:

         i.  Finished consumer products within retail centers and households containing hazardous materials intended for household use, and agricultural products intended for agricultural use.

         ii. Buildings and other structures containing hazardous materials for which it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the local authority having jurisdiction by hazard assessment and certification by a qualified professional (as determined by the local jurisdiction having land use authority) that a release of the subject hazardous material does not pose a major threat to the public.

         iii. Pharmaceutical sales, use, storage, and distribution centers that do not manufacture pharmaceutical products.

         These exemptions shall not apply to buildings or other structures that also function as Critical Facilities under another category outlined in this Section 17.108.190.

      3. At-risk population facilities include medical care, congregate care, and schools.

         These facilities consist of:

         i. Elder care ( nursing homes);

         ii. Congregate care serving 12 or more individuals (day care and assisted living);

         iii. Public and private schools (pre-schools, K-12 schools), before-school and after-school care serving 12 or more children);

      4. Facilities vital to restoring normal services including government operations.

         These facilities consist of:

         i. Essential government operations (public records, courts, jails, building permitting and inspection services, community administration and management, maintenance and equipment centers);

         ii. Essential structures for public colleges and universities (dormitories, offices, and classrooms only).

         These facilities may be exempted if it is demonstrated to the Pueblo Board of County Commissioners that the facility is an element of a redundant system for which service will not be interrupted during a flood.  At a minimum, it shall be demonstrated that redundant facilities are available (either owned by the same entity or available through an intergovernmental agreement or other contract), the alternative facilities are either located outside of the 100-year floodplain or are compliant with this Chapter, and an operations plan is in effect that states how redundant facilities will provide service to the affected area in the event of a flood.  Evidence of ongoing redundancy shall be provided to the Pueblo Board of County Commissioners on an as-needed basis upon request.

   2. PROTECTION FOR CRITICAL FACILITIES

      All new and substantially improved Critical Facilities and new additions to Critical Facilities located within the Special Flood Hazard Area shall be regulated to a higher standard than structures not determined to be Critical Facilities.  For the purposes of this Chapter, protection shall include one of the following:

      1. Location outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; or
      2. Elevation of the lowest floor or floodproofing of the structure, together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, to at least two feet above the Base Flood Elevation.
   
   
   3. INGRESS AND EGRESS FOR NEW CRITICAL FACILITIES

      New Critical Facilities shall, when practicable as determined by the Pueblo Board of County Commissioners, have continuous non-inundated access (ingress and egress for evacuation and emergency services) during a 100-year flood event.

17.112.010 Purpose.

     These standards are designed to lessen congestion in the streets, by requiring the owners and operators of land, structures and uses to provide off-street parking for their residents, employees, customers, clients, patients and other visitors. However, nothing in these regulations shall be deemed to deprive such owners or operators of the right to maintain control over all such land and structures. The off-street parking requirements herein contained shall apply to the following activities which occur after the enactment of these regulations:

     A. Newly constructed buildings and newly established land uses;

     B. Existing buildings which are expanded by an addition thereto;

     C. Change in land use which generates a need for an increase in the required minimum of off-street parking spaces set forth in Section 17.112.020; and

     D. Expansion of a land use which generates a need for an increase in the required minimum of off-street parking spaces as set forth in Section 17.112.020.

     E. If a business moves into an existing building or portion thereof, the off-street parking and loading shall meet the standards of Chapter 17.112, OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS.

     The regulations in this Chapter shall apply to all parking spaces, lots, garages, buildings or portions thereof to be provided in meeting the requirements of this Title.

17.112.020 Spaces required.

     A. The following are the minimum required off-street parking spaces. The owners and operators are encouraged to research the parking needs of the same or similar uses they intend for the land and building to insure sufficient off-street parking.

* = plus 1 space per 2 main shift employees

d.u. = dwelling unit

g.u. = guest unit

NFA = net floor area (See Section 17.04.040 Definitions)

GFA = gross floor area (See Section 17.040.040 Definitions)

I.B.C. Rated Occupancy = International Building Code Rated Occupancy as obtained in writing from the Pueblo Regional Building Department

   B. Uses not specifically set forth herein shall have their minimum off-street parking requirements established by administrative decision of the Zoning Administrator. In making such decisions, the Administrator may use as guidance listed land uses with similar impact and intensity. The Administrator may also use technical publications and land use regulations of other communities and solicit guidance from design professionals (e.g., architects), developers, and the owners and operators of similar uses. The Administrator shall maintain a permanent record of such decisions with their supporting basis, the purpose of which is to facilitate a uniform decision making process.

   C. Mixed uses on the same land or within the same structure, such as a motel with a restaurant, shall be required to provide off-street parking calculated as the sum of the requirement for each use. Mixed uses that include Place of Private Assembly may, by administrative decision of the Zoning Administrator, receive authorization for a reduction of this sum if the mixed use that is on the same land or within the same structure does not characteristically operate at the same time as the Place or Private Assembly.  

   D. Required number of Motorcycle and Scooter parking spaces.  Motorcycle and Scooter parking shall be provided for institutional, commercial and public use zone districts.  For automobile parking areas providing forty(40) or more parking spaces, motorcycle/scooter parking spaces shall be provided at five percent (5%) of the total number of automobile parking spaces with a minimum of two (2) motorcycle/scooter parking spaces provided.  Parking areas with fewer than forty (40) automobile parking spaces will be encouraged but not required to provide motorcycle/scooter parking.  If motorcycle/scooter parking areas are provided, they shall be identified by a sign(s) or pavement marking(s) to insure they are not used for automobile parking.

   E.  Required number of bicycle parking spaces.  Bicycle parking shall be provided for institutional, commercial and public use zone districts.  For automobile parking areas providing forty (40) or more parking spaces, bicycle parking spaces shall be provided at five percent (5%) of the total number of automobile parking spaces with a minimum of two (2) bicycle parking spaces provided.  Parking areas with fewer than forty (40) automobile parking spaces will be encouraged but not required to provide bicycle parking.  If bicycle parking areas are provided, they shall be identified by a sign(s) or pavement marking(s) to insure they are not used for automobile parking.

17.112.030 Design standards.

     These standards are designed to accommodate automobiles and light trucks. They are not intended to satisfy land uses with special needs, such as parking for heavy trucks, vans and motor homes. The handicapped parking standards herein are for local zoning compliance and are not intended to supersede more restrictive Federal or State requirements, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

     A. All standard-size vehicle off-street parking spaces shall be a minimum nine (9) feet in width and a minimum of eighteen (18) feet in depth.

     B. Compact car off-street parking space may account for up to thirty (30) percent of the required parking spaces, provided the spaces are permanently designated by sign(s) as being for use by compact cars only. As examples, a required off-street parking area of ninety (90) spaces may have up to twenty-seven (27) compact car spaces, and a required area of one hundred sixty-two (162) spaces may have up to forty-eighty (48) compact car spaces.

     All compact car parking spaces shall be a minimum eight feet by six inches (8'6") in width and a minimum of sixteen (16) feet in depth.

     For the purpose of this Chapter, a compact car shall be a vehicle which has a maximum wheel base of one hundred six (106) inches.

     C. All parking facilities shall comply with the 2010 ADA Standards et seq. (28 CFR Part 36, Public Law 101-336).

     1. Required Number of Parking Spaces. Except as noted, the required number of accessible spaces is:

 Exceptions:

    Total Parking Spaces in Lot, for purposes of calculating number of accessible spaces, shall not include bicycle parking spaces and four (4) motorcycle/scooter parking spaces shall equal one (1) automobile parking space.

    For outpatient medical offices and treatment facilities, ten (10) percent of the total spaces shall be handicap accessible.

    At units or facilities that specialize in treatment or services for persons with mobility impairments, twenty (20) percent of the total number of spaces shall be accessible.

    As examples, a required off-street parking area of ninety (90) spaces shall have a minimum of four (4) handicapped spaces (one of which shall be "van-accessible" per Chapter 17.112.030(C)(4) with the remaining eighty-six (86) spaces being standard and compact car-size spaces; and a required area of four hundred four (404) spaces shall have a minimum of nine (9) handicap spaces (two of which shall be "van-accessible" per subsection (C)(4) below) with the remaining three hundred ninety-five (395) spaces being standard and compact car-size spaces.

    2. Minimum handicapped parking space dimensions shall be as follows (dimension units are in inches):

  3. Parking Spaces. Accessible parking spaces shall be at least ninety-six (96) inches (2,440 mm) wide. Parking access aisles shall be part of an accessible route to the building or facility entrance and shall comply with 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design et seq. accessible route requirements. Two accessible parking spaces may share a common access aisle. Parked vehicle overhangs shall not reduce the clear width of an accessible route. Parking spaces and access aisles shall be level with surface slopes not exceeding 1:50 (two percent) in all directions.

     4. Van Spaces. One in every six accessible spaces (per 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design et seq.), but not less than one, shall be served by an access aisle ninety-six (96) inches (2,440 mm) wide minimum and shall be designated "van-accessible" by an additional sign mounted below the symbol of accessibility (see Section 17.112.050(D)). The vertical clearance for such spaces shall comply with Section 17.112.050(E). All such spaces may be grouped on one level of a parking structure.

     D. Dimensions shown in the following diagrams and tables (Pueblo County Off-Street Parking Standards) are visual representations of the minimum parking standards and are provided for reference.

COUNTY OF PUEBLO - OFF-STREET PARKING STANDARDS

Note:

Physical barriers shall be provided so no part of vehicle will overhang public right-of-way.

Numbers in parenthesis are for "compact car" stalls.  Up to 30% of required spaces may be compact.

Parked vehicles may hang over the perimeter of a curb no more than the depth of overhang (G) shown in the table above, as long as protected by wheel stops or curbing and provided no part of a vehicle will overhang into the public right-of-way or adjacent properties.  The depth of overhang may be part of the required depth of a parking space.  When parking abuts a center island on both sides the minimum width of the island shall be four feet (4').

Reduction of parking space depth shall not apply to accessible parking spaces.

No sidewalk shall be decreased to less than four feet (4') in width by use of a vehicle overhang.  The minimum front overhang over a sidewalk shall be two feet (2') as long as the sidewalk is protected by wheel stops or curbing.  The two feet (2') may be part of the required depth of a parking space.

Parking stalls located at the end of a dead-end parking aisle must be provided with adequate backing and turnaround space.  The required depth of the turnaround space shall be determined as follows:

Parallel Parking Spaces:  If no separation between parking spaces is needed, use the following design:

If a separation between some of the parking spaces is needed, use the following design:

Please note the striping for the parking spaces.  There is no distinction between regular vehicles and compact cars for the dimensions of the parallel parking spaces.

E.  The following are minimum standards for Motorcycle and Scooter Parking facilities:

  1.  Motorcycle/Scooter parking space is an area four feet six inches (4'6") by nine feet (9'); this area shall provide standing area for a motorcycle/scooter.

  2.  Motorcycle/Scooter parking spaces shall be located as close as possible to building entrances, but not closer than the accessible parking spaces.

  3.  Credit toward required vehicular parking may be granted at a rate of one (1) vehicular space per every required four (4) motorcycle parking spaces.  The number of vehicular spaces required shall not be reduced by more than ten (10) spaces.

F.  The following are minimum standards for Bicycle Parking facilities:

  1.  A bicycle parking space is an area two feet (2') by six feet (6') or the area occupied by a bicycle when using a bicycle parking device as designed (e.g., inverted "U" rack provides 2 bicycle parking spaces).

  2.  A bicycle parking device is defined as a rack to which the frame and at least one wheel can be secured with a user-provided U-lock or padlock and cable.

  3.  Bicycle parking areas shall be located in a highly visible area without interfering with pedestrian or vehicular circulation.

  4.  The ground surface surrounding and beneath the bicycle storage facility shall be surfaced to prevent accumulation of mud and dust.  Surfaces may include, but are not limited to, pavers, grass, gravel or concrete.

  5.  Bike parking facilities within an auto parking area shall be separated by physical barriers:  such as curbs, wheel stops, bollards or other similar features to protect bicycles from damage by cars.

  6.  Trees, fences, light poles, benches, public art and other outdoor furnishings or improvements shall not be used as designated bicycle parking facilities.

  7.  The Planning Director is authorized to reduce or waive the bicycle parking space requirements if there are extraordinary circumstances related to land use, adjacent road network and bicycle accessibility, or other mitigating circumstances.  Evidence of said extraordinary circumstances shall be submitted by the applicant.

  8.  Credit toward required vehicular parking may be granted at a rate of one (1) vehicular space per every required four (4) bicycle parking spaces with documentation of road/trail network and bicycle accessibility by neighboring land use.  The number of vehicular spaces required shall not be reduced by more than ten (10) spaces.

17.112.040 Driveways/access.

     A. Unobstructed and direct access shall be provided to the parking area from a public road or alley. No access way (driveway) shall cross an intervening property, even if held in the same ownership, without an access easement running with the land. The easement shall be recorded with the Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder and shall set forth as a minimum: purpose, location, duration, assignability, maintenance and repair responsibilities, liability, and provision for termination (if any).

     B. Driveways shall intersect approximately perpendicular to the public road or alley.

     C. An approved driveway or access permit is required from the Colorado Department of Transportation for driveway access to a State or Federal highway, and from the Pueblo County Department of Public Works or designee(s) for driveway access to a County road or alley.  For purposes of this section, the approved permit shall identify the location of the driveway or access measured from property line and the width of the driveway or access.

     D. Driveways shall be designed to channel entry and exit traffic to a predetermined intersect location along the public road or alley. Driveway access width and spacing, and driveway distance from road or alley intersections shall be determined pursuant to the Pueblo County Roadway Design Standards. (Contact Pueblo County Department of Public Works for details).

17.112.050 Handicapped access.

     A. Location. Accessible parking spaces required for a particular building shall be located on the shortest accessible route of travel from adjacent parking to an accessible building entrance. In parking facilities that do not serve a particular building, accessible parking shall be located on the shortest accessible route of travel to an accessible pedestrian entrance of the parking facility. In buildings with multiple accessible entrances with adjacent parking, accessible parking spaces shall be dispersed and located closest to the accessible entrances. Accessible parking spaces shall be provided on level parking surfaces with a slope not exceeding 1:50 (2%) in all directions.

     B. Accessible Routes. All accessible routes shall not be less than three feet (3') in width and provided from the handicap parking space(s) to the entry of the land use or structure. Handicap parking aisles may be used as an access route.  Wherever practical, the accessible route of travel shall not cross traffic-aisles.  Where crossing traffic-aisles is necessary the route of travel shall be designated and marked as a crosswalk.

     C. Curb Ramp. A curb ramp shall be provided wherever an access route crosses a curb. The curb ramp shall be not less than thirty-six (36) inches in width, exclusive of flared sides with a slope not exceeding 1:12.  The ramp flared sides shall not exceed a slope of 1:10.  Curb ramps and the flared sides of curb ramps shall be located so that they do not project into vehicular traffic lanes, parking spaces, or parking access aisles.  (Per ADA Standards for Accessible Design et seq.)

    D. Signage. Accessible parking spaces shall be designated as reserved by a sign showing the symbol of accessibility. Spaces complying with Section 17.112.030(C)(4) shall have an additional sign "Van Accessible" mounted below the symbol of accessibility. Such signs shall be located so they cannot be obscured by a vehicle parked in the space. The sign shall be an R7-8 sign as described in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (as shown below). The bumper stop or curb head shall be painted with the standard accessibility blue color. The painted accessibility symbol shall not be required; however, if the symbol is painted, it shall conform to the International Symbol of Accessibility Proportions, Section 17.112.050(G) below.

  E. Vertical Clearance. Minimum vertical clearance of one hundred fourteen (114) inches (2,895 mm) at accessible passenger loading zones and along at least one vehicle access route to such areas from site entrance(s) and exit(s) shall be provided. Van accessible spaces shall be provided a minimum vertical clearance of ninety-eight (98) inches (2,490 mm) at the parking space and along at least one vehicle access route to such spaces from site entrance(s) and exit(s).

     F. Passenger Loading Zones. If provided, passenger loading zones shall provide an access aisle at least sixty (60) inches (1,525 mm) wide and twenty (20) feet (240 inches) (6,100 mm) long adjacent and parallel to the vehicle pull-up space. If there are curbs between the access aisle and the vehicle pull-up space, then a curb ramp complying with Section 17.112.050(C) shall be provided. Vehicle standing spaces and access aisles shall be level with surface slopes not exceeding 1:50 (2%) in all directions.

 G. The following international symbol of accessibility proportions shall be used:

17.112.060 Location.

     A. All required off-street parking and aisles, including vehicle overhang, shall be provided on the same lot or parcel of land containing the use for which it serves except as noted in the following subsections. Physical barriers (e.g., wheel stops) shall be used to insure no part of a vehicle will overhang into the public right-of-way or adjacent properties.

     No parking space shall be approved where the vehicle must back across any public right-of-way line except for one-family residence, mobile home, tenant house, and farming and ranching uses, or for any parking space that is blocked off by another vehicle.

     B. The public road right-of-way may, in a case of extreme hardship, be used to provide off-street parking. A Revocable Permit for the Use of Public Right-of-Way, issued by the Board of County Commissioners, shall be obtained prior to counting such located parking towards meeting the off-street parking requirements. It shall be the permittee’s responsibility to develop and use the right-of-way in accordance to such requirements, terms and conditions as may be imposed by the Board.

     In the event the permit is revoked, the owner or operator is not relieved from compliance with these off-street parking standards, and shall bring the use into compliance within thirty (30) calendar days after permit revocation.

     C. Off-lot off-street parking may, in a case of extreme hardship, be provided to meet the parking requirements, subject to compliance with the following:

     1. The off-lot parking area for residential use is within one hundred (100) feet and for nonresidential use is within three hundred (300) feet, excluding public rights-of-way, of the lot or parcel of land containing the use for which it serves.

     2. The off-lot parking area is not separated from the lot or parcel of land containing the use it serves by a physical or man-made feature which constitutes a safety hazard. Safety hazard includes, but is not limited to, a road with a functional classification of "major collector" or higher, or a road with a current or projected (20 year) average daily traffic (ADT) of 2,500 vehicles.

     3. The off-lot parking area is held in the same ownership as the lot or parcel of land containing the use it serves, or there is a long-term (minimum 10 year) interest (e.g., lease) running with the land recorded with the Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder. The instrument of interest shall set forth as a minimum: purpose, location duration, assignability, maintenance and repair responsibility, liability, and provision of termination (if any).

     4. In the event the off-lot parking interest is terminated, the owner or operator is not relieved from compliance with these off-street parking standards, and shall be responsible for insuring the use’s off-street parking requirements are continuously and fully met.

17.112.070 Paving and striping.

     A. For the following uses paving with asphalt or concrete is required:

     1. Residential, Permanent (as noted):

         --Apartment,

         --Condominium,

         --Grouped house,

         --Townhouse,

         --Residence, two-family or more;

     2. Residential, lodging (all);

     3. Residential, special (all);

     4. Commercial (all);

     5. Industrial (all);

     6. Recreation (as noted):

         --Athletic Field (including but not limited to soccer, baseball, track and field, football),

         --Athletic Sports Multi-Use Facility,

         --Bowling alley,

         --Golf course.

     Striping (painting) of parking areas paved with asphalt or concrete required. Components to be striped include parking space divider lines, handicapped routes and aisles, and traffic directional (flow) arrows.

     All parking spaces, driveway, aisles, and other land areas utilized for off-street parking and the movement of vehicles in conjunction with the use (e.g., drive-up service windows, loading docks, storage areas) shall be paved with asphalt or concrete. Gravel, rock and compacted earth are not considered a permanent surface.

     B. For the following uses surfacing with gravel or rock (minimum four (4) inch depth) is allowed:

     1. Agricultural Ranching and related uses;

     2. Commercial (as noted):

         --Boat and Recreational Vehicle storage area for retail sales,

         --Contractor's yard, area for storage of equipment,

         --Equestrian Arena (commercial/club),

         --Greenhouse,

         --Mini-warehouse, area for storage of boats and recreational vehicles;

     3. Residential, permanent (as noted):

         --Mobile home,

        --Residence, one-family,

        --Tenant house;

     4. Recreation (as noted):

        --Paintball Field;

     5. Retail (as noted):

        --Carnival (temporary),

        --Christmas tree sales (temporary),

        --Fireworks sales (temporary),

        --Roadside sales stand (agricultural products).

     All parking spaces, driveways, aisles, and other land areas utilized for off-street parking and the movement of vehicles in conjunction with the use shall either be surfaced with gravel or rock, to a minimum depth of four (4) inches to insure a dust-free surface, or paved with asphalt or concrete. For the above listed uses which may be gravel or rock, should the developer choose to pave with asphalt or concrete, then the striping (painting) requirements set forth above shall apply.

   The property owner shall be responsible for the parking areas to be maintained in good, usable condition throughout the life of the project.  Parking area includes surfaces and striping.  Should through the review of a revised, amended or new parking plan of the property find that the parking area is not maintained (such as but not limited to faded striping, asphalt or concrete in disrepair), the parking will not be granted final approval until the parking area is brought back into good, usable condition.

17.112.080 Drainage.

     Off-street parking areas shall be constructed in a manner to insure the drainage of stormwater, therefrom, without flooding or damage to surrounding properties or public roads. Temporary water ponding is allowable if part of a drainage detention system approved by the Public Works Director or part of a subdivision’s approved drainage plan.

17.112.090 Joint use or credit.

     Different portions of the same off-street parking area may be used by, credited to, or reserved for different uses by lease, contract or purchase for the purpose of meeting these required off-street parking requirements.

     Such lease, contract or purchase instrument shall run with the land, be recorded with the Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder, and set forth as a minimum: purpose, location, duration, assignability, maintenance and repair responsibilities, liability and provision for termination (if any). An off-street parking space may be counted for compliance with these parking requirements for only one use, unless "multiple use" of the space will occur.

17.112.100 Multiple use.

     The same off-street parking space may be counted by other uses as meeting their individual off-street parking requirements if those uses characteristically do not each need the same spaces during the same hours of the day.

17.112.110 Plan required.

     A. An off-street parking area plan is required to be approved by the Zoning Administrator prior to commencement of the activities identified in Section 17.112.010.

     It shall be the owner’s or operator’s responsibility to insure that the building or use is in compliance with the off-street parking requirements at all times.

     B. An off-street parking plan shall be drawn to scale and contain at least the following information:

     1. Common address and legal description of the off-street parking area property, and (if different) the address and legal description of the property it will serve;

     2. Name of person or firm preparing the plan;

     3. North arrow and scale;

     4. Legal and physical features affecting the design (e.g., easements, landscaping, utility poles, sidewalks, buildings, signs);

     5. Location of each parking space and access way, including identification of handicapped and compact car spaces, if any. (Note: Driveways must be approved by the County Engineer if onto a County road or alley, or the Colorado Department of Transportation if onto a State or Federal highway);

     6. Identification of paving surface for all spaces and access ways; and

     7. Statement of use factors upon which off-street parking standard compliance can be determined (e.g., hotel with thirty (30) guest rooms, medical office with 3,200 square feet net floor area, warehouse with twenty (20) main shift employees).

     C.1. Building permit plans with declared use or declared rated occupancy (obtained from the Pueblo Regional Building Department) shall be accompanied by an off-street parking plan for approval at the time the building permit is submitted for zoning compliance.

     2. Building permit plans with an undeclared use or undeclared rated occupancy may be given zoning compliance approval, but the off-street parking compliance may be withheld by the Zoning Administrator. It shall be the owner’s or operator’s responsibility to secure the off-street parking plan’s approval before commencing the proposed use.

     3. Building permit plans where the off-street parking plans are based on employees may be given zoning compliance approval using the owner’s or operator’s anticipated number of employees. It shall be the owner’s or operator’s responsibility to obtain the Zoning Administrator’s approval of amended off-street parking plans if the actual number of employees exceeds the anticipated number.

     4. Phased implementation of off-street parking may be approved by the Zoning Administrator for an owner or operator anticipating future expansion, which will necessitate additional off-street parking spaces. Phase implementation may be done by improving only the appropriate portion (phase) of an approved off-street parking plan designed for the future expansion, or by amending the off-street parking plan as expansion occurs.

     5. Uses not requiring issuance of a building permit shall secure the Zoning Administrator’s approval of the

off-street parking plan prior to commencing the use.

17.112.120 Variance.

     Relief from compliance with these off-street parking standards may be obtained from the Zoning Administrator or the Zoning Board of Appeals.

     A. The Zoning Administrator may by written administrative decision reduce the sum of the required off-street parking space by up to twenty-five (25) percent for mixed uses on the same land or within the same structure. The burden to demonstrate that the reduction will protect the public health, safety and welfare, and not increase congestion shall be with the owner or operator.

     B. The Zoning Board of Appeals may issue a Zoning Variance from these off-street parking standards.

17.112.130 Off-street loading.

     A. Application. If off-street loading is provided, then the loading stall shall meet the following standards.

     B. Size of Space. Each off-street loading space shall be at least ten (10) feet wide, twenty-five (25) feet long, and provide fourteen (14) feet height clearance.

     C. Alley Location. Where the parcel on which the off-street loading space is located abuts upon an alley such loading space shall adjoin or have access to the alley and not the street. The length of the loading space may be measured perpendicular to or parallel with the alley, except on lots less than thirty (30) feet in width, the length of such loading space shall be measured perpendicular to the alley.

     D. Egress and Ingress. All off-street loading areas shall be designed and located so that egress and ingress therefrom shall not impede or conflict with the flow of traffic on public roads.

     E. Paving. Surfacing of off-street loading areas driveways for loading areas shall be provided for in accordance with Section 17.112.070.

17.116.010 Consistency with State and Federal Requirements.

     Advertising devices and signs shall be permitted only when consistent with the Colorado "Outdoor Advertising Act" as set forth at CRS 43-1-401 et. seq.; the Colorado Division of Highways’ Rules and Regulations Pertaining to Outdoor Advertising; the Federal "Highway Beautification Act of 1965", and the National policy for advertising devices as set forth at 23 U.S.C. Sec. 131 and National standards and regulations promulgated pursuant to such provisions.

17.116.020 Consistency with traffic control devices.

     No private advertising device nor sign shall be permitted which is so designed, erected, illuminated, operated, or maintained in such location that it conflicts with or detracts from the effectiveness of an official traffic control device or railroad sign or signal or constitutes to menace to public safety. No private advertising device or sign shall resemble an official traffic control device or railroad sign or signal.

17.116.030 Public property.

     No private advertising device or sign shall be located or otherwise encroach on public property, including road right-of-way, without prior written approval of the Board of County Commissioners and issuance of a revocable permit.

17.116.040 Application.

     The Director of Planning and Development shall issue a zoning permit for only advertising devices and signs as set forth herein.

17.116.050 Exemption.

     The following advertising devices and signs shall be in compliance with Sections 17.116.010 through 17.116.030 but shall be exempt from the other requirements of this Title:

     A. Advertising devices, directional--public places;

     B. Advertising devices, official;

     C. Temporary real estate signs as "For Sale" and "For Lease" subject to the following limitations:

     1. On each of the premises’ front yards the sign faces do not exceed two sign faces,

     2. No sign face shall exceed six (6) square feet in an agricultural or residential, except A-1, A-2, and R-6, zone districts, nor exceed ninety-six (96) square feet in an A-1, A-2, R-6 or other zone districts,

     3. The sign is not animated and not illuminated,

     4. The sign is on-premises, and

     5. The sign is removed within twenty (20) days after sale/lease/rental of the premises;

     D. Temporary political signs for matters which a special, primary or general election has been scheduled, such as "Vote For Smith" and "Vote ‘Yes’ On #2" subject to the following limitations:

     1. In an A-1, Agricultural, A-2, Agricultural, Business, or Industrial Zone District, no sign face shall exceed thirty-two (32) square feet.  In an A-3, Agricultural, an A-4, Agricultural, or any Residential Zone District, no sign face shall exceed six (6) square feet.

     2. The sign is not animated and not illuminated.

     3. The sign is not established sooner than ninety (90) days prior to the first scheduled primary, special, or general election date and is removed within twenty (20) days after the final special or general election date.

     4. Signs may be placed in the immediate vicinity of precinct caucuses and county assemblies, only on the day of the event.  Signs shall be removed within 24 hours of those events.

     5. Signs in all zone districts shall meet setback requirements for accessory structures.

     E. Temporary special sales of personal goods, such as "Yard Sales," subject to the following limitations:

     1. On each of the premises’ front yards the sign faces do not exceed two (2) sign faces,

     2. No sign face shall exceed six (6) square feet in an agricultural or residential, except R-6, zone district, nor exceed thirty-two (32) square feet in an R-6 or other zone district,

     3. The sign is not animated and not illuminated,

     4. The sign is on-premises,

     5. The event does not exceed three (3) days in duration, and

     6. The sign is not established sooner than one (1) day prior to event and is removed immediately after the event;

     F. Special event signs for events conducted by schools, churches, and nonprofit organizations, such as "Fall Carnival," provided the sign is on-premises;

     G. Signs not exceeding a total sign area of two (2) square feet and no sign face exceeding one (1) square foot in area and bearing only property numbers, postbox numbers, names of occupants of premises, or other identification of premises not having commercial connotations;

     H. Flags and insignia of any government except when displayed in connection with commercial promotion;

      I. Legal notices; identification, informational or directional signs erected or required by governmental bodies;

     J. Integral decorative or architectural features of buildings, except letters, trademarks, moving parts, or moving lights;

     K. Signs directing and guiding traffic, and parking on private property, but bearing no advertising matter, and approved by the Director of Planning and Development or Public Works Director;

     L. Temporary decorations or displays incidental to the use of the premises which are customary and commonly associated with national, local or religious holidays or family event celebrations.

17.116.060 Home occupation.

     One (1) sign shall be permitted on a single parcel of land if the following tests are met:

     A. The property owner/tenant has completed a Home Occupation Disclosure Form;

     B. The sign does not exceed a total sign area of one (1) square foot and is mounted flat against the exterior wall of a principal or accessory structure or is located on/in a window pane or door pane in such a manner that the sign is not illuminated or animated.

17.116.070 Advertising devices--On-premises.

     A. An on-premises advertising device is an accessory use when established in conjunction with the commercial or industrial use permitted in the zone district in which the device is located. On-premises advertising devices, unless excepted herein, are subject to the requirements set forth in Table 1; however, the Pueblo County Planning Commission may impose more restrictive requirements in conjunction with a special use permit as shall be required to promote the public health, safety and general welfare.

     B. Exceptions to Table 1.

     1. Informational and incidental signs with a sign face area of six (6) square feet or less, such as "telephone," "restroom," logos and prices affixed to gasoline pumps, and deposit boxes for nonprofit organizations may be exempted from inclusion in Table 1 by the Director of Planning and Development when in his or her professional opinion their display is primarily for public information and incidental to the conduct of business.

     2. Window displays incorporating placards, pennants, merchandise, pictures or models of products or services offered on premises, shall be exempt from inclusion in Table 1.

     3. Development and gateway signs shall not be regulated by Table 1 but shall be regulated pursuant to Sections 17.116.090 and 17.116.100.

(1) Standards shown are for single-business premises. Multiple-business premises, other than O-1, shall be allowed 1 additional sign face and 200 sq. ft. of additional total sign area for the second and each subsequent business provided said sign face and area are used to advertise said business(es). In the O-1 District, no additional sign faces are allowed for multiple-business premises, but an additional 5 sq. ft. of total sign area is allowed for the second and subsequent businesses provided said area is used to advertise said business.

(2) Advertising devices only as provided in the special use permit.

(3) Signs shall be illuminated solely by stationary, shielded light sources directed to the sign; or by internal light sources producing not more than one-foot candle of illumination at a distance of four feet from the sign.

(4) All advertising devices are subject to the Flood Hazard Area Development Regulations.

17.116.080 Advertising devices--Off-premises.

     A. Off-premises advertising devices, unless exempted herein, are subject to the requirements set forth in Table 2.

     B. Exceptions to Table 2.

     1. Development signs shall not be regulated by Table 2, but shall be regulated pursuant to Section 17.116.090.

     2. Gateway signs shall not be regulated by Table 2, but shall be regulated pursuant to Section 17.116.100.

     C. Special Use Permits. The Pueblo County Planning Commission may approve a special use permit for an off-premises advertising device in any zone district in which the device is permitted as a use-by-review. The Commission shall consider matters of public health, safety, and general welfare in its deliberations, specifically including an affirmative finding of the following:

     1. Ownership and liability, including the provision of liability insurance, are established;

     2. Maintenance of the sign and sign site are provided; and

     3. The proposed off-premises advertising device does not significantly reduce the exposure of existing on-premises advertising devices located on surrounding properties.

     D. Spacing. No two off-premise advertising devices on the same side of the roadway shall be spaced less than five hundred (500) feet apart. For the purpose of this subsection, a sign structure having back-to-back sign faces shall be interpreted as one device. Nonconforming off-premises advertising devices and proposed off-premises advertising devices having a valid building permit shall be included in measuring the spacing distance.

Note: *Uses by Review constitute Uses by Board Approval.

17.116.090 Development signs.

     The Director of Planning and Development is authorized to permit development signs in any zone district as follows:

     A. Construction identification signs during the period of construction or substantial rehabilitation on the premises, which shall be deemed to commence upon issuance of a building permit and terminate thirty (30) days after issuance of a certificate of occupancy, shall be regulated as follows:

     1. On each of the premises’ front yards one sign face not exceeding one hundred (100) square feet nor exceeding twelve (12) feet in dimension shall be allowed;

     2. The matters represented on the sign shall be limited to the name, logo and use of the premises, and the names and logo of owners, developers, architects, contractors and suppliers;

     3. The sign shall not be animated and not illuminated; and

     4. The maximum height shall not exceed fifteen (15) feet.

     B. Model home signs identifying residential structures which are being offered for construction in the subdivision or development in which the model is situated shall be regulated as follows:

     1. One sign per model is permitted with a sign face not exceeding thirty-two (32) square feet nor exceeding eight (8) feet in dimension;

     2. The matters represented on the sign shall be limited to "model home," name and logo of the subdivision and developer/contractor, and the name and other information related to the price and features of the model;

     3. The sign shall not be animated and not illuminated; and

     4. The maximum height shall not exceed ten (10) feet.

17.116.100 Gateway signs.

     The Pueblo County Planning Commission may approve gateway signs in any zone district as a use-by-review requiring the issuance of a special use permit; however, the Commission must make an affirmative finding of the following:

     A. Ownership and liability, including the provision of liability insurance, are established;

     B. Maintenance of the sign and sign site are provided;

     C. The content of the sign is limited to the area’s name and logo;

     D. The location and design of the sign are consistent with the area;

     E. The sign is not animated and illumination (if any) is not obtrusive to surrounding properties and public roads;

     F. The sign face does not exceed thirty-two (32) square feet; and

     G. The maximum height does not exceed six (6) feet.

17.116.110 Animation.

     Animated signs, where permitted, shall be fenced or otherwise constructed to protect the general public from any moving component located in the area from the ground surface to a height of fourteen (14) feet.

17.116.120 Illumination.

     Illuminated signs, where permitted, shall be illuminated in a manner that the light is not directed at adjacent properties or public ways, and the intensity not be obtrusive to adjacent properties or public ways.

17.116.130 Setbacks.

     The minimum required setback for private and advertising devices are as follows, and shall be measured from the closest component of the sign (wheels, poles, frames, lights) to the property line.

     A. No sign shall encroach upon the sight-distance triangle area.

     B. No sign, including wall signs, may encroach into the public right-of-way without the prior written approval of the Board of County Commissioners and issuance of a revocable permit, and no sign shall encroach on an adjacent parcel or lot of record without prior written and recorded easement by the affected property owner(s).

     C. Wall, roof and window signs shall have the setback established by the structure upon which they are applied.

     D. Informational and incidental on-premise signs, authorized pursuant to Section 17.116.070(B)(1), may have a setback up to zero feet or as otherwise required by the Director of Planning and Development. The setback requirements for "Gateway" sign shall be established by the Pueblo County Planning Commission.

     E. Free standing and projecting signs shall have the setbacks required of accessory structures; except where the accessory structure setbacks are less than the following, then the following shall be the minimum setbacks:

Front yard 15'

Side yard  5'

Rear yard 15'

     F. The Director of the Department of Planning and Development may authorize signs with a lesser setback, but in no circumstances a setback less than five feet, on the basis of a site development plan if all the following findings can be made:

     1. The proposed sign will not impede driver and pedestrian visibility along the public right-of-way or while entering or leaving the premises; and

     2. The surrounding area is substantially improved in a manner so as to significantly reduce the proposed sign’s exposure; or

     3. The proposed sign is in an approved parking lot or plot plan design.

17.116.140 Prohibited Signs or Advertising Devices.

     1. The following advertising devices and signs shall be prohibited:

     A. Portable, wheeled, or mobile signs or advertising devices except for operable and licensed motorized vehicles and licensed trailers used in the pursuit of regular day-to-day business having the name of the permitted use and service(s) offered or the name of the permitted used for hauling of materials, equipment, and/or merchandise.

17.116.150 Advertising Restrictions for Marijuana Establishments.

1. This section shall apply to Marijuana Establishments defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions.
2. “Advertise, advertising or advertisement” means the act of drawing the public’s attention to a Marijuana Establishment’s premise or name in order to promote the sale of marijuana or marijuana products.
3. This section is in addition to, and not in lieu of, any other restrictions set forth in this Chapter 17.116.
4. The following advertising devices and signs shall be prohibited:
   1. Billboards, sign-spinners, A-frames, sandwich boards, sidewalk signs, or curb signs;
   2. Signs on motor vehicles or other moving signs;
   3. Animated signs, neon signs, flashing signs, or electronically controlled signs;
   4. Any sign that is not kept in good repair. Good repair means, at a minimum, that the sign is properly anchored, does not contain cracks, broken wood, missing letters or symbols and is protected from the elements and against decay and rust by the periodic application of a weather-coating material;
   5. Streamers, balloons, flags, or inflatable displays;
   6. Leaflets or flyers excluding bona-fide business cards;
   7. Signs or displays outside of the premises that advertise potency, strain, character, class, or other statement that implies the effects of the consumption of marijuana; and
   8. Advertisements that use numbers in relation to the price of marijuana (i.e., any prices, ½ off, free 1/8th).
5. A Marijuana Establishment shall not use any neon or fluorescent paint that is luminescent or gives off visible light through fluorescence, phosphorescence, or radioluminescence in any advertisement located on the premise or building.
6. The prohibitions in this paragraph 17.116.150 (D) shall not apply to:
   1. Any advertisement contained within a newspaper, magazine, or other periodical of general circulation within the County; or
   2. Advertising which is purely incidental to sponsorship of a charitable event by a Marijuana Establishment.
7. A Retail Marijuana Establishment must display a green cross or a steel or wood circular sign containing the number “64” in order to designate the premises.  This sign must be located on the exterior of the premises. The form requirements for such sign shall be provided by, and all such signs shall be approved by, the Pueblo County Planning and Development Department.
8. All signs by Marijuana Establishments shall meet all other requirements of this Code.

Chapter 17.119 Marijuana Home Grow (Non-Licensed Grow)

17.119.010  Scope and Purpose

It is the purpose of this Chapter to require that persons engaging in Marijuana Production, as defined herein, on property within the unincorporated area of Pueblo County pursuant to Sections 14 or 16 of Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution do so in a safe manner that does not endanger the public health, safety, and welfare, or create a public nuisance.  This Chapter 17.119 is intended to reflect the limits in C.R.S. §18-18-406, and shall not be construed to provide a defense to or more expansive limits or rights than that Chapter.  This Chapter does not apply to the Licensed Premises of any Marijuana Establishment licensed pursuant to Title 5 of the Pueblo County Code.

17.119.020  Definitions

For purposes of this Chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings:

A.   “Alcohol-Based Extraction” means Extraction/Extracting through the use of alcohol or ethanol.  “Inherently hazardous substances” as defined in C.R.S. §18-18-406.6 shall not be used in Alcohol-Based Extraction.

B.  “Building Code” means any building code, as amended or later adopted by Pueblo County pursuant to C.R.S. §30-28-201 et seq., that may be applicable to a given structure.

C.  “Enclosed Locked Structure” means a structure that:

1) does not allow for the visibility of the interior from the outside;

2) is secured with a lock;

3) is completely surrounded on all sides by a wall; and

4) is roofed.

Enclosed Locked Structures may include dwelling units and other primary structures as well as greenhouses and accessory buildings.  Any Enclosed Locked Structure shall comply with the Building Code as required by the Pueblo Regional Building Department and with the Fire Code from the appropriate Fire Official.

D.  “Extraction/Extracting” means the manufacture, production, or processing of Marijuana by means of Water Based Extraction, Food Based Extraction, Alcohol Based Extraction or by other substances that do not contain an “inherently hazardous substance” as defined in C.R.S. §18-18-406.6 as permitted by this Chapter.  Extraction includes the method of extracting cannabinoids and other essential components of Marijuana that can be used as stand-alone product or can be used to make edible products and the act of making those edible products.  The making of edible products is permitted only in a single-family dwelling or a unit of a multi-family dwelling or in an industrial building in compliance with the Building Code as required by the Pueblo Regional Building Department, with the Fire Code from the appropriate Fire Official, with the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment Regulations, and any other applicable State or local law.  The use of the term “Extraction” or “Extracting” in this Chapter with respect to a category of zone districts shall not be construed to permit all forms of extraction that might be encompassed in this definition within those districts but instead shall be limited by the provisions of paragraph N of Section 17.119.040.

E.  “Food-Based Extraction” means Extraction/Extracting through the use of propylene glycol, glycerin, butter, olive oil, or other typical cooking fats.  “Inherently hazardous substances” as defined in C.R.S. §18-18-406.6 shall not be used in Food-Based Extraction.

F.  “Industrial Zone Districts” means the I-1, I-2, and I-3 Zone Districts.

G.  “Marijuana Plant” means a living organism that grows in a medium, has leaves or flowers, needs sun or artificial light and water to survive, and that is produced from a seed, cutting, clipping, or seedling.  Marijuana Plant does not include Industrial Hemp, as that term is defined in Section 16 of Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution.

H.   “Marijuana Production” means non-commercial growing, Processing, Extracting and/or Storing Marijuana as defined herein.

I.  “Processing” means the drying, trimming, and packaging of Marijuana plants, but “processing” does not mean marijuana-infused product manufacturing and/or extraction.

J.  “Residential Zone Districts” means the A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, R-A, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, R-6, R-7, and R-8 Zone Districts.

K.  “Storing,” as that term applies to the storing of Marijuana, means the storing of Marijuana by the person who grew or grew and Processed the same prior to any transfer of such Marijuana to any other person, but does not include the storing of Marijuana transferred to a person from a licensed Marijuana Establishment, another person, or from a caregiver.  “Storing” is intended to be understood as a phase of cultivation and preparation process rather than the mere possession of Marijuana.

L.  “Subject Zone Districts” means the A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, R-A, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, R-6, R-7, R-8, I-1, I-2, I-3, and P-1 Zone Districts.

M.  “Water-Based Extraction” means Extraction/Extracting through the use of only water, ice, or dry ice.

17.119.030  Prohibited Zone Districts

Marijuana Production is prohibited in all Zone Districts except the Subject Zone Districts.

17.119.040  Subject Zone Districts

A.   In all Subject Zone Districts, any person(s) engaged in Marijuana Production shall be twenty-one (21) years of age or older except for medical Marijuana patients or caregivers who are engaged in Marijuana Production of medical Marijuana pursuant to Article XVIII, Section 14 of the Colorado Constitution.  Caregivers operating in Subject Zone Districts pursuant to Section 14 of Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution shall provide the Department of Planning and Development with the State Licensing Authority registration certificate/document.  In all Subject Zone Districts, no more than 12 plants may be cultivated, grown or produced on any parcel where a single-family dwelling is located or in any single unit in a multiple-family dwelling, including all outdoor area under the control of the residents of the unit.  This restriction is further limited by the more specific provisions of this Section.

B.   In Residential Zone Districts, the following restrictions shall apply:

i.  No more than 12 Marijuana plants may be grown on any single-family dwelling property at any one time.

    No more than 12 Marijuana plants may be grown on the property of any unit of a multi-family dwelling, including the unit itself and any accessory building.

ii.  Subject to paragraph I of this Section, Marijuana Production may occur in the single-family dwelling, the unit of a multi-family dwelling, or greenhouse and/or accessory building located on the same property as the dwelling or dwelling unit and accessible only to the owners or occupants of the specific dwelling or dwelling unit.  Marijuana shall not grown outdoors.

iii.  In order to engage in Marijuana Production in a single-family dwelling or unit of a multi-family dwelling, the person(s) engaged in Marijuana Production must reside in the same dwelling or dwelling unit.  In order to engage in Marijuana Production in a greenhouse and/or accessory building, a single-family dwelling or unit of a multi-family dwelling shall be on the same property as the greenhouse and/or accessory building and such dwellings shall be occupied by the person(s) engaged in Marijuana Production.  There shall be no Processing, Extracting, and/or Storing of Marijuana off premise from where the Marijuana is grown.

iv.  All Marijuana Production in the Residential Zone Districts shall comply with the Building Code for One (1) and Two (2) Family Standards or for Multi-Family Standards as required by the Pueblo Regional Building Department, with the Fire Code required from the appropriate Fire Official, and with the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment Regulations.

C.   In Industrial Zone Districts, no more than 36 Marijuana plants may be grown in an industrial/commercial building and/or industrial/commercial greenhouse.  All Marijuana Production shall be conducted within the same industrial/commercial building and/or industrial/commercial greenhouse.  There shall be no Processing, Extracting, and/or Storing of Marijuana off premise from where the Marijuana is grown.  This paragraph shall not be construed to permit patients, caregivers, or other persons to reside in structures located in Industrial Zone Districts.  All Marijuana Production in the Industrial Zone Districts shall comply with the Building Code Commercial Building Standards as required by the Pueblo Regional Building Department, with the Fire Code from the appropriate Fire Official, and with the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment Regulations.

D.   The number of plants allowed on properties in all Subject Zone Districts shall be limited to the maximum number allowed in this Chapter, but in no event shall the number exceed that allowed by the Colorado Revised Statutes and Article XVIII, Sections 14 or 16 of the Colorado Constitution.

E.   Except as otherwise provided in paragraph C of this Section, Marijuana Production in all Subject Zone Districts shall occur in an Enclosed Locked Structure which structure shall comply with the specific Zone District standards under all other provision of this Title 17 including but not limited to setbacks, height restrictions, and lot coverage.

F.   Any existing Enclosed Locked Structure where Marijuana Production is engaged shall comply with all other provisions of this Title 17, and any new Enclosed Locked Structure shall obtain zoning authorization from the Department of Planning and Development and may be required to obtain a building permit from Pueblo Regional Building Department per paragraph C of Section 17.119.020.

G.   Marijuana Production shall meet the requirements of the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment Regulations, if applicable.

H.    Marijuana Production shall not occur in a common area associated with the property.

I.    Marijuana Production shall be in a secure area within the Enclosed Locked Structure and accessible only to the person(s) engaged in such activities, except that a person(s) assisting in such activities may have access to the plants provided they are expressly authorized by the person(s) who have lawful possession of the property/dwelling unit.  Secure areas shall be locked to prevent access by children, visitors, casual passerby, vandals, or anyone not authorized to possess Marijuana.  In the case of greenhouses and accessory buildings, nothing shall prevent a secure area from consisting of an entire Enclosed Locked Structure.

J.   No person may engage in Marijuana Production in a manner that adversely affects the health or safety of the nearby property owner including, but not limited to:

1.  Having visibility of plants from the exterior of the structure(s) or any other common visual observation, including any form of signage;

2.  Emitting unusual odors, smells, fragrances, or other olfactory stimulus;

3.  Emitting light pollution, glare, or brightness that disturbs the repose of another;

4   Causing unreasonable noise, vibration; and

5.  Causing undue vehicular or foot traffic, including excess parking within the Residential Zone Districts as defined herein.

K.   Waste product from the Marijuana Production shall be disposed of properly so as not to be at risk for consumption by others and so as not to attract rodents, pests, and public curiosity.

L.   Marijuana Production under this Chapter shall not be for the use of any licensed Marijuana Establishment, as that term is defined in the Colorado Marijuana Code.

M.    It shall be unlawful for any person who is not licensed under Article 43.3 or Article 43.4 of Title 12, C.R.S. to sell Marijuana. A caregiver may be reimbursed for the costs involved in Marijuana Production pursuant to C.R.S. §25-105-106.

N.   Extraction shall be permitted only as follows:

1.  Extraction shall comply with the C.R.S. §18-18-406.6 and any other applicable State law or regulation.

2.  Extraction using alcohol or ethanol outside of a licensed medical Marijuana infused products manufacturing facility or a licensed retail Marijuana products manufacturing facility in compliance with all applicable State and local laws, and all rules and regulations promulgated thereunder is permitted only if:

(i)   such production is approved by the appropriate Fire Official, if such approval is required by the Official; and

(ii)  the production of Marijuana concentrate is done without the application of any heat from a fuel fired or electrified source and uses no more than sixteen (16) ounces of alcohol or ethanol during each extraction process and there are no hazardous chemicals, gases, explosives, flammable materials or similarly dangerous substances have been used in any pipes, tanks or other equipment on the property.

3.   Water Based Extraction, Food Based Extraction, and Alcohol Based Extraction are the only forms of Extraction permitted in Residential Zone Districts and Agricultural Zone Districts. These forms of Extraction shall comply with the Fire Code from the appropriate Fire Official.

4.   If the Extraction of Marijuana is to be performed in the Residential, Agricultural or Industrial Zone Districts, the person or entity engaging in such extraction shall provide proper documentation of the process for the Extraction of Marijuana to all the Departments listed in subsection 17.119.040 N. 2. and 3. above.  If the person or entity performing Marijuana Extraction is a Caregiver pursuant to Section 14 of Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution, the requested Marijuana Extraction documentation shall be submitted to the Department of Planning and Development at the same time as the Caregiver provides the Department the State Licensing Authority registration certificate/document.

17.119.050 Administration

A.   Marijuana Production prior to the adoption of this Text Amendment No. 2014-004 shall not be permitted as a non-conforming use.  There will be no "grandfathering" of the number of plants the home grows already possess prior to the adoption of Text Amendment No. 2014-004.

B.   The effective date of Text Amendment No. 2018-004 is May 1, 2018.

C.   As of the effective date of Text Amendment No. 2018-004, all Marijuana Production must be in compliance with this Text Amendment No. 2014-004. (Res. P&D 18-019, app. 5-16-2018)

17.119.060 Inspection

A.   In the event of a written complaint or at the request of an agent or employee of Pueblo County, the Land Use Inspector may request verbal permission from the property owner or tenant to access the property and any structure(s) on the property during reasonable hours for the purpose of conducting a physical inspection of the property to determine compliance with the requirements of this Chapter.  However, the Land Use Inspector shall not enter upon any property to conduct such an inspection without either the permission of the property owner or tenant.

B.   If permission is denied to the Land Use Inspector to inspect the property and the Land Use Inspector has reasonable belief there is imminent danger to public health, safety, or welfare or non-compliance with this Chapter, the Land Use Inspector shall have the authority to request the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office, and/or Pueblo Regional Building Department, and/or Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment to conduct an inspection of the property within their authoritative powers.

C.  If such inspection reveals non-compliance with this Chapter, the Land Use Inspector shall pursue the non-compliance as a zoning violation through the proper authority and action as cited in the Pueblo County Code, Title 17 Land Use, Division I. Zoning in the most expeditious time allowed per the Pueblo County Code inasmuch as there shall be compliance within the allowed time frame with no allowed extensions. (Res. P&D 15-047, app. 8-12-2015)

17.12.010 Purpose.

The standards of these districts (A-1 and A-2) are designed to retain and promote the appropriate use of dry range and irrigated lands and encourage open use of the land in keeping with its natural characteristics and agricultural functions.

17.12.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses, which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Agricultural custom contractor;

Christmas tree sales (temp.);

Church and religious buildings;

Drilling company equipment yard;

Equestrian arena, personal;

Farming or ranching;

Fruit and vegetable processing, wholesale and retail;

Greenhouse and nursery;

Guest house;

Hay, grain, feed, seed and fertilizer - retail, storage and/or wholesale;

Hemp Establishment as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions and subject to Section 17.120.280, Hemp Establishment in this Title; (Res. P&D 15-013, app. 3-18-2015)

Home, receiving (must possess a minimum of 5.0 acres of land, or a Special Use Permit is required);

Housing, tenant;

Medical Marijuana Non-Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions and subject to Section 17.120.230, Medical Marijuana Non-Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation in this Title; Medical Marijuana-Infused Products (MIP) Manufacturer be for the onsite Cultivation only and no Open Blast Butane Extraction method allowed as defined in Section 17.04.040 Definitions and subject to Section 17.120.210 Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer and Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer; (Res. P&D 17-008, app. 2-8-2017)

Mobile home;

Ranch, guest;

Recreation camps;

Residence, 1-family;

Residence, 2-family;

Retail Marijuana Non-Contiguous Cultivation Facility as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions and subject to Section 17.120.230, Retail Marijuana Non-Contiguous Cultivation Facility in this Title; Retail Marijuana-Infused Products (MIP) Manufacturer be for the onsite Cultivation only and no Open Blast Butane Extraction method allowed as defined in Section 17.04.040 Definitions and subject to Section 17.120.210 Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer and Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer; (Res. P&D 17-008, app. 2-8-2017)

Riding academy, stables;

Roadside sale stand (retail agricultural products);

Sawmill;

Water distillation and bottling.

17.12.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Pueblo County Planning Commission.

Advertising device, off-premise (See Chapter 17.116);

Agricultural implements, retail, wholesale, rental and service;

Airplane beacon, marker or tower;

Airport, private heliport, glider port;

Aquaponics (Res. P&D 16-026, app. 4-13-2016);

Asphalt (recycled), sale and storage;

Associations, clubs and lodges;

Athletic field, golf range, golf course;

Atomic reactor and/or other scientific installation;

Aviary;

Bed and breakfast;

Boat and RV storage;

Carnival (temp.);

Cemetery, crematory and/or mausoleum;

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Cold storage lockers;

Composting facility;

Concrete (batch) plant;

Contractor’s yard;

Emergency facility;

Equestrian arena, commercial/club;

Explosives, manufacture and wholesale;

Farm products, processing, manufacture, storage and wholesale;

Feed and fertilizer manufacture and processing;

Game preserve, developed;

Hide and tallow processing;

Home for blind, disabled, elderly, elderly foster, maternity, nursing, religious;

Hot mix (road) plant;

Kennel, dog breeding and boarding;

Livestock sales and auction;

Lots, feed;

Mineral and natural resource extraction, mining operation and processing;

Outdoor theater;

Paintball field;

Private school;

Propane and butane, wholesale and retail service;

Race track;

Recreational vehicle park;

Rental and service of construction equipment, retail and wholesale;

Runway;

Saddle and tack shop;

Shooting range, outdoor;

Solid waste disposal site and facility;

Specialized group facilities;

Storage and Land Application of Domestic Septage;

Telecommunication Tower(s);

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130;

Veterinary hospital (use by right until TA 60, 4/17/84);

Wholesale vending machine products;

Wind turbine for residential purposes.

17.12.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be less than thirty-five (35) acres in size if in the A-1 zone, or less than five (5) acres if in the A-2 zone, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units of less than thirty-five (35) acres if in the A-1 zone, nor less than five (5) acres if in the A-2 zone.

17.12.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than six hundred (600) feet in width or six hundred (600) feet in depth if in the A-1 zone or less than three hundred (300) feet in width or three-hundred (300) feet in depth if in the A-2 zone.

17.12.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings on parcel shall not exceed twenty-five (25) percent of the total ground area of the parcel.

17.12.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.12.080 Building height.

No requirement. (Except as imposed by other limitations.)

17.12.090 Front yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back not less than twenty-five (25) feet from property line. An accessory building shall be set back not less than fifteen (15) feet from the front property line.

17.12.100 Side yard setback.

A dwelling shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a side lot line. Sheds and other accessory buildings shall be set back five (5) feet from side property lines.

17.12.110 Rear yard setback.

A dwelling shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line. A shed and other accessory buildings shall set back five (5) feet from rear property lines.

17.12.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.12.130 Loading space.

None required.

17.12.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

No limitation.

17.12.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.120.010 Accessory uses.

     Accessory uses incidental to a principal use are permitted provided:

     A. The use is incidental and customary to and commonly associated with the principal use or is a permitted home occupation;

     B. The use is not injurious, noxious or offensive to the neighborhood;

     C. In Residential Zone Districts the use is operated by the same persons who operate or inhabit the principal use or structure;

     D. In Residential Zone Districts the use does not permit residential occupancy except for members of the family or by domestic employees employed and residing on the premises and their immediate families.

17.120.020 Accessory structures.

     Accessory structures incidental to a principal use or principal structure are permitted provided:

     A. Accessory structures may be built anywhere that a principal building may be built, and may be built to occupy up to thirty (30) percent of a required rear yard and/or the back fifty (50) percent of a required side yard, and provided further that no accessory building in a required side or rear yard shall be within fifteen (15) feet of a public street right-of-way line.

     B. Except in the Agricultural One, Two, Three and Four Zone Districts, no accessory building shall be built within five (5) feet of any other building on the parcel unless the adjacent walls of both are of eight (8) inch solid masonry or equal construction.

     C. Except on farms in the Agricultural One, Two, Three and Four Zone Districts, accessory buildings to be built in required rear or side yards may not be built within five (5) feet of a rear or side lot line, unless the wall facing said rear or side lot lines shall be of eight (8) inch solid masonry or equal construction, contain no openings, have no roof overhang, and roofs shall not discharge water on adjacent parcels.

     D. Temporary real estate signs indicating property is for sale or rent may be placed anywhere on the premises provided they meet all other requirements of Section 17.116.050(C).

     E. No mobile home or trailer home structures, truck trailers, or railroad cars shall be utilized as accessory buildings regardless of purpose except the same may be allowed on parcels of no less than eight (80) acres in size which are, in addition, located in an agricultural zone district.  These accessory buildings, where allowed, shall be set back not less than two hundred (200) feet from any property line.  Nothing in this paragraph E shall prohibit nor limit contractor's and business' use of licensed, operable truck trailers.

17.120.030 Home occupations.

     A. Intent. The intent of this Section is to allow certain business uses in association with residences where it is known such business uses will not alter the character or appearance of the residential or agricultural environment.

     B. Performance Standards. All home occupations shall comply with all of the following performance standards:

     1. Accessory Use. Home occupations shall be clearly incidental and subordinate to the residential land use established on the lot or parcel being utilized. Home occupations are prohibited where there is no principal dwelling unit.

     2. Structures. Home occupation activities shall take place within a principal dwelling unit, accessory building, or private recreation area (e.g., swimming pool, tennis court, and riding arena). Private recreation areas may only be used when conducting a home occupation clearly related to the recreation area being used.

     3. Number of Home Occupations. There is no limit to the number of permitted home occupations. However, the limitations of this section shall apply to the combined uses established as home occupations.

     4. Employees. The number of employees involved with a home occupation shall be limited to the residents of the principal dwelling unit plus one (1) additional nonresident employee. Any visit by additional off-site employees shall be considered the same as a "client" visit and must comply with these performance standards (See Section 17.120.030(B)(6)-Clients).

     5. Hours of Operation. No client shall be received between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.

     6. Clients. The number of clients that can visit the residence is limited to one (1) client per hour. For the purposes of this section, a client shall be defined as an individual, or group of not more than four (4) adults, visiting a home occupation in the same vehicle at the same time.

    7. Sale and Display of Merchandise. On-site display and sale of goods/products is prohibited, unless the display and sale is typical of and incidental to a home occupation. Any on-site sales shall not generate more traffic than otherwise permitted by this section. An on-site purchaser/buyer shall count the same as a "client". Goods or products on display shall not be visible from any property boundary or road right-of-way.

    Example: A beauty salon may display and sell hair care products in association with the salon. The sale of hair care product to an individual shall cause the individual to be counted as a "client" whether or not typical salon services are rendered in association with that sale.

    8. Number of Vehicles. Vehicles related to the operation of a home occupation shall be restricted to residential accessory vehicle types (see Section 17.04).

     9. Deliveries. Deliveries other than standard parcel services are prohibited when associated with a home occupation.

    10. Signs. One (1) one-square foot sign is permitted (see Section 17.116.060).

    11. Other Advertising. The address of a home occupation shall not be listed in phone books, newspapers, or other circulated publications or in television ads, radio ads, on the Internet, etc.

    12. Storage. No materials or goods associated with a home occupation shall be stored in a manner that is visible from any property line or public right-of-way.

    13. Nuisances. No equipment or activity shall be used in a home occupation that creates noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odor or electrical interference detectable from beyond the subject property boundaries. Noise levels shall not exceed those levels specified as permissible for residential zones in CRS 25-12-103.

    14. Health Hazards. No home occupation shall be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare. Home occupations shall not involve the use of materials that require a permit/license from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF), or any other similar regulatory body.

     This prohibits home occupations that involve hazardous materials.  Home occupations requiring a permit/license from a regulatory body which do not involve the use of hazardous materials may be permissible, provided the occupation is in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

    15. Access for Inspection. Upon the receipt of a complaint, an employee of Pueblo County may request to enter a structure housing a home occupation to determine whether or not the home occupation complies with the conditions of this section.

    16. Other Applicable Regulations. Home occupations shall comply with health codes, building codes, and all other applicable local, State and Federal regulations.

     C. Limited Use Home Occupations.

     1. Boarding, harboring, training or raising of animals in association with a home occupation must comply with all other standards of the Title 17 and shall not be permitted on parcel of land with a lot area that is less than five (5) acres.

     2. "Merchandise parties" (i.e., Tupperware, Avon, Mary Kay, etc.) held for the purpose of soliciting sales shall be limited to no more than four (4) parties per year from the site of the home occupation.

     D. Prohibited Home Occupations. The following home occupations are prohibited:

     1. Any occupation requiring the use of hazardous materials of a type or quantity not normally associated with residential uses;

     2. Motor vehicle repair and auto body work;

     3. Machine shops;

     4. Equipment and machinery rental;

     5. Boat repair.

     E. Administration. Home occupation operators shall complete a Home Occupation Disclosure Form that can be obtained from the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development. This form notifies applicants of the conditions home occupations must comply with in Pueblo County and requests applicants provide their name, phone number, property and mailing address, the type(s) of home occupation being established, and legal description of the property on which the home occupation(s) is being established.

17.120.040 Height restrictions--Exceptions.

     The height limitations of this resolution shall not apply to restrict the height of chimneys, water towers, scenery lofts, cupolas, domes, spires, belfries, antennae and necessary mechanical appurtenances when attached to and made a part of a permitted structure, provided the height of such appurtenances does not extend more than ten (10) feet above the height limitation of the zone districts. A parapet wall not exceeding four (4) feet in height may be erected above the height limit.

17.120.050 Front setback--Developed area.

     Except as provided in Section 17.120.100, where three (3) or more parcels comprising more than fifty (50) percent of a single street frontage of a block are improved with buildings at the time of passage of this resolution, every building hereafter erected shall provide a front yard of not less than the average depth of the front yards of existing buildings, or the required front yards of existing buildings, or the required front setback, whichever is less.

17.120.060 Through parcel.

   On a through parcel the front yard requirements of the district in which such parcel is located shall apply to both street frontages.

17.120.070 Corner parcel.

     On corner parcels a required side yard with street frontage shall be at least fifteen (15) feet wide, and the other yard requirements shall be the same as for other parcels in the same zone district.

17.120.080 Parcels of record.

     In any district, notwithstanding limitations imposed by other provisions of this Title, a principal structure and accessory structure may be erected on any single parcel of record at the effective date of adoption of this Title. This provision shall apply even though such parcel fails to meet the requirements for area, width or depth that are generally applicable in the district, provided that yard dimensions and other requirements not involving area, width or depth of the parcel shall conform to the regulations for the district in which such parcel is located, except as provided in Section 17.120.090, variance of yard requirements shall be obtained only through actions of the Zoning Board of Appeals. Such parcels must have been in separate ownership and not of continuous frontage with other lots or parcels in the same ownership at the time of adoption of this Title. If two or more lots or tracts or combinations of lots or tracts or portions of lots or tracts with continuous frontage in single ownership are of record at the time of passage or amendment of this Title, and if all or part of such lots or tracts do not meet the requirements for parcel width, depth and area as established by This Title, the lands involved shall be considered to be an undivided parcel. No portion of the parcel shall be used or sold which does not meet the area requirements established by This Title nor shall any division of the parcel be made which creates or leaves remaining any parcel with less than seventy-five (75) percent of the required width or depth. Except if such a parcel shall be created by the actions of a local, State or Federal agency, then the parcel shall be registered as a nonconforming parcel and considered to be a parcel of record prior to the time of adoption of this Title.

17.120.090 Required yards.

     Exceptions. Every part of a required yard shall be unobstructed by any portion of the building, except for the ordinary projections of window sills, belt courses, and other ornamental features to the extent of not more than four (4) inches. Cornices and eaves may extend two and one-half (2 1/2) feet into a required yard provided they do not extend closer than two (2) feet to a side lot line. In any district when a parcel of record at the effective date of adoption of this Title is less in width than required by the terms of this Title, then the side yard requirements may be reduced by not more than fifty (50) percent.

17.120.100 Porches, patios, carports and other open structures.

     In residential zones, open patios and terraces, unenclosed porches and carports and other open structures may extend not more than ten (10) feet into a required front yard, provided they shall not be closer to an adjoining side property line than the required width of the side yard and provided they shall not be closer than twenty-five (25) feet to a public street right-of-way line.

17.120.110 Stairways, fire escapes, chimneys and flues.

     Open fire escapes and open outside stairways projecting into a yard not more than three (3)  feet and the ordinary projections of chimneys and flues shall be permitted if placed so as not to obstruct light and ventilation for the subject or neighboring buildings.

17.120.120 Grouped houses--Yards.

     For the purposes of determining the yard requirements, grouped houses shall be considered as one (1) building occupying one (1) parcel subject to the following regulations:

     A. The front and rear yard shall be the same as required in the zone district where permitted, and the width of the required individual side yard shall be increased an additional width of two (2) feet for each building abutting on the same side yard.

     B. If end to end there shall be not less than ten (10) feet between the buildings.

     C. If not end to end the width of the yard between the buildings shall be not less than twenty (20) feet or less than twice the height of the tallest building, whichever is greater; provided where a roadway is constructed between the buildings the width of such yard shall be measured exclusive of the roadway width.

17.120.130 Public utilities.

     For the purpose of this section, a "public utility" is defined to be a water, irrigation, sewer, gas, electric, telephone, bus, taxi, ambulance or railroad system or installation which serves five (5) or more customers whether or not to be franchised or organized as a corporation or district. Public utility installations shall be subject to the following requirements:

     A. Distribution, transmission and service lines for service to properties exclusively within Pueblo County requiring simple easements or installation in public rights-of-way or installed under franchise agreement with City and/or County and usual customer facilities for service to properties exclusively within Pueblo County shall not be subject to zoning requirements.

     B. Utility service facilities, the major use of which involves either office, mfg., warehousing, vehicle storage or maintenance functions, shall be constructed only in those zone districts in which a private firm not in the utility business would be permitted to establish a similar function or use.

     C. Special utility facilities, such as water reservoirs, sewage lagoons, switching yards, pumping stations, and other component equipment installations on land owned or leased and where the equipment is fenced or placed in a building shall not be constructed until Special Use Permit has been issued by the Planning Commission.

     D.  Small-scale solar facilities, as defined in Section 17.168.020, are allowable by-right as an accessory use in accord with the underlying zoning requirements.

     E. These regulations shall in no way prohibit the installation of temporary facilities of the types described in subsections B and C of this section in cases of emergency conditions, provided within a reasonable period of time application is made for the installation of permanent facilities.

17.120.140 Natural hazard area and mineral resource areas.

     If the Pueblo County Zoning Administrator and Pueblo County Land Use Administrator conclude that based upon current available information a natural hazard area or a mineral resource area occurs within or directly affects a parcel, Chapter 70 of the Uniform Building Code, 1973 Edition, as amended, must be complied with and a permit under Chapter 17.148, Areas and Activities of State and Local Interest, Administrative Regulations, must be obtained before any structure can be constructed or emplaced upon the parcel. However, this section does not apply if the applicant has complied with the Pueblo County Subdivision Regulations.

17.120.150 Recreational vehicle park performance standards.

     The purpose of these performance standards is to establish design, operation and development standards necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare.

     A. For the purpose of applying these standards, two classifications of recreational vehicle park are established:

     1. Overnight: is usually located along or near main highways, where recreational campers stop for only one night on the way to some further destination.

     2. Destination: is usually located at or near a scenic, historical or outdoor recreational area where recreational campers are attracted for extended stays of several days or weeks.

     B. The following standards shall apply to recreational vehicle parks, based on classification:

  C. The following standards shall apply to all recreational vehicle parks unless otherwise noted:

     1. Condition of soil, groundwater level, drainage, and topography shall not create hazards to the property, health or safety of the occupants. The site shall not be exposed to objectionable smoke, noise, odors or other adverse influences, and no portion subject to unpredictable and/or sudden flooding, subsidence or erosion shall be used for any purpose which would expose persons or property to hazards.

     2. Exposed ground surfaces, including recreational vehicle sites, in all parts of the recreational park shall be paved, covered with gravel, or other solid materials, or protected with a vegetative growth that is capable of preventing soil erosion and of eliminating objectionable dust.

     3. Recreational vehicles shall be separated from each other and from other structures by at least ten (10) feet. Awnings, fold out and expandable sides, or other extensions to the vehicle are considered to be a part of the vehicle for the purpose of measurement.

     4. Entrances and exits to recreational vehicle parks shall be designed for safe and convenient movement of traffic into and out of the park and to minimize marginal friction with free movement of traffic on adjacent streets. All traffic into and out of the park shall be through such entrances and exits. Radii of curves and pavements at intersections shall be such as to facilitate easy turning movements for vehicles with trailers attached. A sight-distance triangle shall be provided at all entrances and exits to insure no material impediment to visibility shall be created or maintained which obscures the view of an approaching driver. The Director of Public Works shall review and approve all intersection angles and radii of curves and shall establish the sight-distance-triangle requirements for each proposed recreational vehicle park, based on anticipated vehicle speeds and the site’s slope and relief. The following minimum curve alignment and access standards shall apply:

Recreational Vehicle Park

Curve Alignment and Access Standards

Minimum curve radius for design speeds on local collector and access roads for recreational vehicle parks (without superelevation).

For major access roads serving recreational vehicle parks the following minimum radius and tangents, and maximum rate of superelevation apply.

The minimum curve length shall be two hundred (200) feet for design speeds of thirty (30) mph or less, three hundred (300) feet for design speeds between thirty (30) mph and forty (40) mph, and four hundred (400) feet for design speeds of forty (40) mph and above. Angle points less than one degree (delta angle) require no curve radius. Coordination is required between horizontal and vertical alignment. Particular care must be used in order to maintain proper sight-distance at all times. Sharp horizontal curves introduced at or near the top of defined crests or bottoms of sag vertical curves should be avoided.

Maximum (preferred) widths of access control at curb cuts in curb and gutter shall be thirty-five (35) feet.

 5. Accessory uses permitted in a recreational vehicle park may include management headquarters, picnic areas, recreational facilities, toilets, dumping stations, showers, and coin operated laundry facilities. In addition, destination recreational vehicle parks may include a convenience store as an accessory use, provided such store shall present no visible evidence from any road outside the park of its commercial character, which would attract customers other than occupants of the park.

     6. Solid waste (garbage) collection receptacles shall be required to be provided within the recreational vehicle park. Destination recreational vehicle parks shall also provide a sanitary waste dump station to accept discharge from the recreational vehicle holding tanks.

     7. The recreational vehicle park shall comply with the Colorado Department of Health’s "Standards and Regulations for Campground and Recreation Areas"; however, overnight shall be considered as semi-developed for the purpose of these standards.

     8. A development plan shall be submitted with every application for a special use permit. The plan shall be drawn to a scale of 1" = 100', unless a different scale is authorized by the Director of the Department of Planning and Development, and shall provide for not less than the following:

     a. The area and dimensions of the entire tract of land proposed for use as the recreational vehicle park;

     b. Land use and activity areas proposed within the park;

     c. The number, size, location and surfacing material(s) of the proposed vehicle sites and other parking areas;

     d. The location, roadway and right-of-way widths, and surfacing material(s) of public roadways providing access to the park;

     e. The proposed interior vehicular circulation pattern, including widths, surfacing materials, and proposed design speeds; and pedestrian circulation pattern;

     f. The location of existing or proposed structures, and identification of their proposed use;

     g. The location of solid waste collection receptacles;

     h. The location and capacity of sanitary waste dump station(s), if proposed;

     i. Location of potable water distribution system, including proof of the water’s source, quality and quantity, if proposed;

     j. Location of sanitary sewer collection and treatment system, including capacity, if proposed;

     k. Location of lighting, gas and electric systems, if proposed;

     l. Location of fences, buffering, and landscape areas;

     m. Roadway data, including widths, radii, tangents and superelevation;

     n. Location of other feature or facility existing or proposed within the park whose identification will assist in the review of the special use permit.

     The recreational vehicle park shall be developed and maintained in accordance with its development plan. Minor changes to the development plan may be approved by the Director of the Department of Planning and Development, provided such changes are in writing. Major changes to the development plan shall be approved by the Pueblo County Planning Commission at a public meeting.

17.120.160 Fences, walls and hedges.

     A. Corner properties and through parcels may have additional sight distance regulations imposed on the type, location, and height of fences, walls, and hedges beyond those regulations set forth in subsections B, C and D of this Section.

     B. 1.Solid fences, walls, and hedges shall be permitted to a maximum height of two and one-half (2 1/2) feet within a required front yard setback area for the zone district.  This height restriction shall also apply to a required side yard with street frontage on corner parcels, and to both street frontages of a through parcel.

     2. Open fences shall be permitted to a maximum height of four (4) feet within a required front yard setback area for the zone district.  This height restriction shall also apply to a required side yard with street frontage on corner parcels, and to both street frontages of a through parcel.
     3. All fences, walls and hedges, whether open or solid, shall be permitted to a maximum height of six (6) feet within any yard area that does not overlap into a required front yard setback area, or into a required side yard with street frontage on corner parcels.

     C. On property with the S-1 Public Use District, the setbacks for fences shall be the same as the required setbacks in the adjacent zone district(s), unless otherwise approved through the Public Use Review process associated with a specific land use within the S-1 District.

     D. Height of fences, walls and hedges shall be measured from the natural grade of the property at the location of the fence, wall or hedge to the top of the fence, wall or hedge. Natural grade is the historic grade or the finished grade necessary for drainage control, but does not include optional or ornamental (e.g., berms) alterations to grade. The top of a wall or fence is the highest component (e.g., top of post or top of picket, whichever is highest).

17.120.170 Adult uses.

     A. Intent.  The intent of this subsection is to provide a set of performance standards governing, in more particularity, the location and placement of adult uses within those zone districts where the same are expressly permitted in accordance with this Title 17.
     B. Performance Standards.
     1. No adult use shall be located or established within one thousand (1,000) feet of any other adult use.
     2. No adult use shall be located or established within five hundred (500) feet of any of the following zone districts: A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, R-A, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, R-6, R-7 and R-8. Further, and in addition, no adult use shall be located or established within five hundred (500) feet of any church, or other place of worship, school, public park or residence, including all structures used for residential purposes.

     3. All minimum distances specified herein shall be lineal measurements from the zoning district boundary of the zoning district specified in subsection (2) above; from the property line of a church or other place or worship, school, public park or residence, to the nearest wall of the building in which adult uses are to occur.  In the case of the required separation between adult uses, the measurement shall be lineal measurements from the nearest building wall to said wall of any other adult use.
     4. The location and establishment of adult uses is prohibited in any zone district in Pueblo County except those zone districts in which the adult use is expressly permitted as a use by right. The provisions of this Title shall not be construed or interpreted to allow an adult use as a use by review in any zone district.

17.120.180 Outdoor Lighting

A. Purpose and Intent.

The purpose of this Section is to regulate the placement, orientation, distribution patterns, and fixture types of outdoor lighting and to discourage excessive lighting.  The intent of this Section is to encourage lighting that, while providing safety, utility, and security also prevents glare on the public roadways and other public ways and reduces atmospheric light pollution.

B. Applicability

This Section shall apply to new Industrial and Commercial Use Lighting;

All externally illuminated signs;

Residential lighting of one hundred-fifty (150) watts or more for each light fixture, and/or fluorescent lights of twenty (20) watts or more per fixture.

C. Lighting Plan Submission Requirements

The exterior lighting plan shall include the proposed location, mounting height, and type of luminaries, and aiming point of all exterior lighting fixtures, both building and ground mounted lighting, as well as the illuminance levels shown on a 10’ maximum grid;

Certification that the angle of total light cutoff is no more than 90 degrees; this certification can be in the form of Photometric data supplied by the manufacturer or a letter from a certified lighting professional stating that the proposed lighting meets the regulations of this Section;

Descriptions of luminaries, including lamps, poles or other supports and shielding devices which may be provided as catalogue cut sheets from the manufacturer;

Additional information as may be required by the Planning Director in order to determine compliance with this Section. 

D. Approved Materials and Methods of Construction, Installation, or Operation 

The provisions of this Section are not intended to prevent the use of any design, materials, or methods of installation or operation which are not specifically described by this Section.  The Planning Director may permit the use of designs, materials, methods of installation or operation as alternative to those otherwise required by this Section upon proof that the alternative meets the standards set by the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES) for outdoor lighting OR a written certification by a qualified lighting professional stating that the alternative meets or exceeds the standards set forth in this Section and further its purpose and intent.

E. Exemptions.

The following uses shall be exempt from the provisions of this Section:

Temporary lighting for special events, circuses, fairs, carnivals, or civic uses which uses are temporary in nature and in no event which will exceed a period of 30 days.

Seasonal decorations using typical unshielded low-wattage incandescent lamps shall be permitted during the months of November, December and January.

Any lighting required by the FAA for air traffic control, navigation, and warning purposes.

Sports/athletic field lighting and sports complex lighting.

Construction or emergency lighting provided such lighting is temporary and is discontinued immediately upon completion of the construction work or abatement of the emergency necessitating said lighting.

Lighting associated with farming and ranching uses where such uses constitute the principal use of the property. This exemption also applies to the associated farm or ranch residence.  Land simply zoned “agricultural” shall not be a sole basis for this exemption.

Lighting for official government meteorological data gathering purposes.

Residential lighting of one hundred-fifty (150) watts or less for each light fixture, and/or fluorescent lights of twenty (20) watts or less per fixture.

F. Outdoor Lighting Design Standards 

All lighting shall be designed, located, installed and directed in such a manner to prevent objectionable light at and across property lines and to prevent glare at any location on or off the property.

Fixtures and Shielding

All lamps shall be shielded in a way as to prevent glare and/or light trespass from all buildings, site and aesthetic lighting;

Shall be full cut off style fixtures for all parking area lighting;

Shall be full cut off or a shielded type fixture for all building lighting, wall pack fixtures must be cutoff (shielded) fixtures.

Lamp Types

Lamps shall be of a white light source such as metal halide, incandescent, or a lamp with a color-rendering index (CRI) greater than or equal to 70.

Maximum Light Levels 

Shall not exceed one-tenth (0.1) foot-candle as a direct result of the on-site lighting measured twenty (20) feet beyond the property line;

Shall not exceed the maintained horizontal illuminace recommendations set by the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES) or an average illumination level of one and five tenths (1.5) foot-candles for the illuminated area.

Maximum Mounting Height

Shall be mounted twenty four feet when the fixture is located within seventy five feet of the sites boundary; or

Forty feet when the fixture is located beyond seventy five feet from the sites boundary.

G. Hours of Lighting

Except as otherwise stated in this Section, all exterior lighting shall be required to be turned off after business hours between midnight and 6:00 a.m., leaving only the necessary lighting for site and building security.  All nonessential lighting shall be turned off during this period.  For purposes of this section, NONESSENTIAL LIGHTING shall include display lighting, aesthetic and sign lighting, lighting of landscape and architectural features, and may include parking lot lighting. 

H. Security Lighting 

Shall use the lowest possible illumination to effectively allow surveillance and not to exceed 0.5 foot-candles;

Fixtures shall be full cut-off fixtures;

Light shall be shielded and aimed so that illumination is directed to the designated areas. 

I. Canopy Lighting

Lighting fixtures mounted on canopies shall be installed such that the bottom of the light fixture or its lens, whichever is lower, is recessed or mounted flush with the bottom surface of the canopy and parallel to the ground.  A full cut off light fixture may project below the underside of a canopy.  All light emitted by an under canopy fixture shall be substantially confined to the ground surface beneath the perimeter of the canopy.  No lighting except that permitted by Pueblo County Code, Title 17, Chapter 116 (Advertising Devices and Signs) shall be permitted on the top or sides of a canopy.

J. Sign Lighting

Upward-directed sign lighting is prohibited except for monument signs of less than six (6) feet overall height;

External illumination for signs shall also conform to all provisions of this Section.

K. Flag Pole Lighting

A flagpole may be illuminated by one upward aimed fully shielded and self contained spotlight light fixture which shall not exceed 3,000 lumens (150 watts).  The light fixture shall be placed as close to the base of the flagpole as reasonably possible.

L. Prohibited Lighting

Promotional beacons, searchlights, laser source lights, strobe light, or any similar high intensity light, when projected above the horizontal;

Floodlighting that:

            shines above the ninety (90) degree horizontal plane

            produces a glare for pedestrians and drivers

            produces light that trespasses beyond the property line.

17.120.190 Marijuana Establishments 

     A.  Prior to the operation, expansion, or change of location of any Marijuana Establishment, a license must be obtained from the State of Colorado and from Pueblo County and a Zoning Compliance Review Marijuana must be obtained from the Pueblo County Planning and Development Department.  For purposes of this Section, an approved Zoning Compliance Review Marijuana shall expire six (6) months from the date of approval unless an application for Licensure under Chapter 5.12 of the Pueblo County Code has been submitted. (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)

     B.  Uses established pursuant to this Section shall at all times be in complete compliance with the terms and conditions of its Marijuana Establishment license for licenses issued by the State of Colorado and the Local Licensing Authority.

     C.  No Marijuana Establishment shall be allowed as a Home Occupation use.

     D.  Distances are measured from the closest boundary of the Licensed Premise Area to the closest wall of the prohibited use using a direct line, except as noted in Section 17.120.200 C., Section 17.120.210 C., Section 17.120.220 C., and Section 17.120.230 C. (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)

     E.  No Marijuana Establishment or related accessory use shall be located in:

1. a building containing residential units,
2. a movable or mobile structure unless the structure is legally established. (Res. P&D 13-35, app. 10-21-2013) (Res. P&D 15-014, app. 4-13-2015) (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)

     F. Performance Standards

1. Odor.  Cultivation operations or cultivation facilities located within a structure (term includes buildings, greenhouses, and hoop houses) in any zone district except A-1 or A-2, are required to be equipped with a ventilation system with carbon filters or other odor mitigation system, sufficient in type and capacity to eliminate or be capable of eradicating odor to the extent that no marijuana odor is discernable by a reasonable person standing outside of the licensed premises.  Odor mitigation is not required if the licensed premises is 1,000 feet or more from any exterior wall of an existing residence or operating business. (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)
2. Noise.  Outside generators used for any kind of power supply shall be fully enclosed and have appropriate baffles, mufflers, and or other noise reduction systems to mitigate noise pollution.
3. Lighting.  To prevent excessive lighting and to prevent glare on the public roadway, on other public ways and onto adjoining property, and to reduce atmospheric light pollution all structures (term includes buildings, greenhouses, and hoop houses) used for indoor cultivation with translucent panels/roofing shall have internal shielding (such as blackout curtains) to prevent glare and light trespass from the structure's wall and/or roof.  At the time of zoning authorization for a building permit, proof of shielding shall be submitted to the Department of Planning and Development. (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)
4. Fencing.  All outdoor cultivations shall be properly fenced for security with a minimum seven (7) foot chain-link fence (6 foot of chain-link material with 1-foot security arm with barb wire or razor wire) or equivalent type of fencing for security excluding field fence, wood fence. (Res. P&D 16-067, app. 12-7-2016) (Res. P&D 18-025, 7-23-2018)

 17.120.200 Medical Marijuana Center and Retail Marijuana Store 

1. Permitted Zone District. Medical Marijuana Center and Retail Marijuana Store are only permitted in the B-4, Community Business Zone District as a use-by-right if the Center or Store is located 250 feet or greater from any existing residence/mobile home; in the B-4, Community Business Zone District as a use-by-review if the Center or Store is located within 250 feet from any existing residence/mobile home; the B-1, Neighborhood Business Zone District as a use-by-review; R-5, Multiple-Residential and Office Zone District as use-by-review. (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)
2. Definition of Medical Marijuana Center and Retail Marijuana Store as defined in Section 17.04.040 Definitions.
3. Location. No Medical Marijuana Center or Retail Marijuana Store shall be located within 1,000 feet of any existing public or private elementary, middle, junior high or high school or public library as measured from property line of the school or public library to the wall of the Medical Marijuana Center or Retail Marijuana Store. (Res. P&D 17-038, app. 7-12-2017)
4. Location. No Medical Marijuana Center or Retail Marijuana Store shall be located within 250 feet of the following di:
   1. Any existing church or religious institution in any district except the B-4 district,
   2. Any existing licensed childcare facility,
   3. Any existing alcohol or drug rehabilitation facility,
   4. Any existing group home for the developmentally disabled, or
   5. Any existing halfway house or correctional facility.

                     --Existing means existing and in operation at the time of the licensing of the Marijuana use.

                 6.  An existing Licensed Medical Marijuana Center or Retail Marijuana Store is allowed to construct an addition onto the existing building and/or expand into an adjoining suite pursuant to the rules and regulations in affect at the time of construction or expansion of this Section or Chapter 5.12 of the Pueblo County Code. (Res. P&D 16-067, app. 12-7-2016)

17.120.210 Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer and Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer

1. Permitted Zone District.  Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer and Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer are only permitted in the B-4, Community Business Zone District as a use-by-right; in the A-1/A-2, Agricultural Zone Districts within the premise of an existing Medical Marijuana Optional Premise Cultivation Operation or Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility as a use-by-right with the MIP Manufacturer to be for the onsite Cultivation only, as a use-by-right; in the I-1/I-2, Industrial Zone Districts as a use-by-right; and in the I-3, Heavy Industrial Zone District as a use-by-right; No Open Blast Butane Extraction method is allowed in the A-1 and A-2 Zone District subject to the definitions set forth in this Title. (Res. P&D 17-008, app. 2-8-2017) (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)
2. Definition of Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer and Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer shall be located within 1,000 feet of any existing public or private elementary, middle, junior high or high school or public library as measured from property line of the school or public library to the wall of the Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer and Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer. (Res. P&D 17-038, app. 7-12-2017)
3. Location. No Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer and Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer shall be located within 250 feet of the following, distance to be measured per 17.120.190 (D):
   1. Any existing licensed childcare facility,
   2. Any existing alcohol or drug rehabilitation facility,
   3. Any existing group home for the developmentally disabled, or
   4. Any existing halfway house or correctional facility.
      --Existing means existing and in operation at the time of the licensing of the Marijuana use. (Res. P&D 13-35, app. 10-21-2013) (Res. P&D 15-014, app. 4-13-2015) (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)

17.120.220 Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premise Cultivation Operation and Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Facility

Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premise Cultivation Operation and Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Facility shall only be allowed as a contiguous location of the licensed premises of the person's corresponding Medical Marijuana Center, Retail Marijuana Store or the person's Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer or Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer.

1. Permitted Zone District. Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation and Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Facility are only permitted in the B-4, Community Business Zone District as a use-by-right; in the B-1, Neighborhood Business Zone District as a use-by-review; in the I-1/I-2, Industrial Zone Districts as a use-by-right; in the I-3, Heavy Industrial Zone District as a use-by-right; in the P-1 District as a use-by-right; and the R-5, Multiple-Residential and Office Zone District as a use-by-review, subject to the definitions set forth in this Title. (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)
2. Definition of Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation and Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Facility as defined in Section 17.04.040 Definitions.
3. Location. No Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation and Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Facility shall be located within 1,000 feet of any existing public or private elementary, middle, junior high or high school or public library as measured from property line of the school or public library to the property line of an outdoor cultivation of the Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation and Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Facility. (Res. P&D 17-038, app. 7-12-2017) (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)
4. Location. No Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation and Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Facility shall be located within 500 feet of the following distance to be measured per 17.120.190 (D):
   1. Any existing residence/mobile home in the following zone districts: A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, R-A, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-7, R-8, P-1 and PUD where the principal use is residential,
   2. Any existing licensed childcare facility,
   3. Any existing alcohol or drug rehabilitation facility,
   4. Any existing group home for the developmentally disabled,
   5. Any existing halfway house or correctional facility.
      --Existing means existing and in operation at the time of the licensing of the Marijuana use. (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)

17.120.230 Medical Marijuana Non-Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation and Retail Marijuana Non-Contiguous Cultivation Facility

1. Permitted Zone District. Medical Marijuana Non-Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation and Retail Marijuana Non-Contiguous Cultivation Facility are only permitted in the A-1/A-2, Agricultural Zone Districts as a use-by-right; in the I-1/I-2, Industrial Zone Districts as a use-by-right; in the I-3, Heavy Industrial Zone District, as a use-by-right; and in the P-1 District as a use-by-right subject to the definitions set forth in this Title. (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)
2. Definition of Medical Marijuana Non-Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation and Retail Marijuana Non-Contiguous Cultivation Facility as defined in Section 17.04.040 Definitions.
3. Location. No Medical Marijuana Non-Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation or Retail Marijuana Non-Contiguous Cultivation Facility shall be located within 1,000 feet of any existing public or private elementary, middle, junior high or high school or public library as measured from property line of the school or public library to the property line of an outdoor cultivation of the Medical Marijuana Non-Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation or Retail Marijuana Non-Contiguous Cultivation Facility. (Res. P&D 17-038, app. 7-12-2017) (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)
4. Location. No medical marijuana non-contiguous optional premises cultivation operation and retail marijuana non-contiguous cultivation facility shall be located within 500 feet of the following distance to be measured per 17.120.190 (D):
   1. Any existing residence/mobile home in the following zone districts: A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, R-A, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-7, R-8, P-1 and PUD where the principal use is residential,
   2. Any existing licensed childcare facility,
   3. Any existing alcohol or drug rehabilitation facility,
   4. Any existing group home for the developmentally disabled,
   5. Any existing halfway house or correctional facility.

                      --Existing means existing and in operation at the time of the licensing of the Marijuana use. (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)

17.120.235 Outdoor Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility and or Outdoor Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility

1. Permitted Zone District. Outdoor Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility and or Outdoor Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility are permitted in the A-1/A-2, Agricultural Zone District on minimum 5-acre parcels and may not expand to adjoining parcels unless combined into a singular parcel.
2. Existing non-conforming Outdoor Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility and Outdoor Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility may expand pursuant to compliance with Location as required by 17.120.230D.
3. Definition of Outdoor Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility and Outdoor Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility as defined in Section 17.04.040 Definitions.
4. Location. No Outdoor Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility and or Outdoor Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility shall be located within 1,000 feet of any existing public or private elementary, middle, junior high or high school or public library as measured from property line of the school or public library to the property line of the Outdoor Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility and or Outdoor Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility.
5. Location. No Outdoor Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility and or Outdoor Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility shall be located within 500 feet of the following distance to be measured per 17.120.190 (D):
   1. Any existing residence/mobile home in the following zone districts: A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, R-A, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-7, R-8, P-1 and PUD where the principal use is residential,
   2. Any existing church or religious institution in any district,
   3. Any existing licensed childcare facility,
   4. Any existing alcohol or drug rehabilitation facility,
   5. Any existing group home for the developmentally disabled,
   6. Any existing halfway house or correctional facility.

                      --Existing means existing and in operation at the time of the licensing of the Marijuana use. (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)

17.120.240 Medical Marijuana Testing Facility and Retail Marijuana Testing Facility

1. Permitted Zone District.  Medical Marijuana Testing Facility and Retail Marijuana Testing Facility are only permitted in the I-1/I-2 Industrial Zone Districts as a use-by-right; I-3, Heavy Industrial Zone District as a use-by-right; B-4 Community Business Zone District as a use-by-right, subject to the definitions set forth in this Title. (P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)
2. Definitions of Medical Marijuana Testing Facility and Retail Marijuana Testing Facility as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions. (Res. P&D 13-35, app. 10-21-2013) (Res. P&D 17-033, app. 6-14-2017)

17.120.245 Medical Marijuana Transporter and Retail Marijuana Transporter

      A.  Permitted Zone District.  Medical Marijuana Transporters and Retail Marijuana Transporters are only permitted in the B-4, Community Business Zone District as a use-by-right; in the I-1/I-2, Industrial Zone Districts as a use-by-right; I-3, Heavy Industrial Zone District as a use-by-right, subject to the definitions set forth in this Title. (P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)

     B.  Definition of Medical Marijuana Transporter and Retail Marijuana Transporter as defined in Section 17.04.040 Definitions.

     C.  Location. No Medical Marijuana Transporter and Retail Marijuana Transporter shall be located within 1,000 feet of any existing public or private elementary, middle, junior high or high school or public library as measured from property line of the school or public library to the wall of the Medical Marijuana Transporter and Retail Marijuana Transporter. (Res. P&D 17-038, app. 7-12-2017)

     D.  Location. No Medical Marijuana Transporter and Retail Marijuana Transporter shall be located within 250 feet of the following:

     1.  Any existing licensed childcare facility,

     2.  Any existing alcohol or drug rehabilitation facility,

     3.  Any existing group home for the developmentally disabled, or

     4.  Any existing halfway house or correctional facility.

     --Existing means existing and in operation at the time of the licensing of the Marijuana use. (Res. P&D 17-032, app. 6-14-2017)

17.120.250 Prohibited Uses

Except as are expressly permitted under the terms of this Title 17, Medical Marijuana Centers, Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer, Medical Marijuana Optional Premises Cultivation Operations, Retail Marijuana Stores, Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facilities, Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturers, Retail Marijuana Testing Facilities, and Storage Warehouses, as well as any other activity involved in the cultivation, testing and distribution or sale of marijuana or marijuana infused products, are expressly prohibited as land uses in Pueblo County. (Res. P&D 13-35, app. 10-21-2013)

17.120.260 Telecommunication Tower(s)

1)  INTENT

The intent of this subsection is to provide a set of performance standards governing the establishment of telecommunication tower(s) including, but not limited to, the submission requirements for both new towers and co-location requests within those zone districts where the same is expressly permitted in accordance with the rules and regulations as outlined in the Pueblo County Code.

2)  DEFINITION.  As noted in Section 17.04.040.

3)  PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

(a)  ALLOWABLE USES:  A telecommunication tower(s) shall be permitted as a use-by-review in all  Agricultural and Industrial Zone Districts.

To the extent feasible, the use of “stealth technology” should be used as the best method to mitigate and/or camouflage visual impacts.  Stealth technology consists of, but is not limited to, the use of grain bins, silos or elevators, church steeples, water towers, clock towers, bell towers, false penthouses or other similar “mimic” structures.  Such “mimic” structures shall have a contextual relationship to the adjacent area.

(b)  MINIMUM AREA:  The minimum lot area of any parcel of land proposed for the establishment of a telecommunication tower(s) shall be at least one-half (½) acre (21,780 square feet) in size.  There shall be no minimum size requirements for the leased parcel.

(c)  SETBACKS:  All telecommunication tower(s) shall be setback, at a minimum, the overall height of the tower from any property line.  All measurements shall be from the leading edge of the tower structure.  Setbacks for guyed wire bases will be the same as required for an accessory structure in the zone district in which the tower is located.

There shall be no minimum setback standard for related accessory buildings and support facilities provided the construction/placement of said buildings and support facilities are contained within the designated fenced leased parcel.

(d)  HEIGHT LIMITATIONS:  The height of any telecommunication tower(s) shall be governed by the building height limit as imposed in each of the respective Agricultural and Industrial Zone District classifications.

(e)  LIGHTING:  Any telecommunication tower(s) that is proposed to be established with an overall height of 150 feet or greater shall be required to file with the Federal Aviation Administration Form 7460-1 Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration for the proposed tower.

Lighting of telecommunication tower(s) shall only be permitted as required by the Federal Aviation Administration and shall be governed by the Federal Aviation Administration Obstruction Marking & Lighting Advisory Circular (AC 70-7460-1K).

(f)  FENCING:  The boundary of the leased parcel surrounding the telecommunication tower(s) and its related accessory buildings and support facilities shall be fenced with a minimum 6-foot security-type fencing.

(g)  USE OF EXISTING FACILITIES/CO-LOCATION AVAILABILITY:  In an attempt to minimize the proliferation of telecommunication towers throughout Pueblo County, all possibilities of co-location on existing facilities (within a 3 mile radius) must be exhausted prior to the submission of an application for the establishment of new telecommunication tower(s).

In addition, subject to review and analyses, all telecommunication tower(s) established within Pueblo County shall be constructed and made available as to permit co-location of, at minimum, 2 additional, functionally equivalent service providers.

(h)  OTHER APPLICABLE REGULATIONS:  All telecommunication tower(s) must meet or exceed current standards and regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration, the Federal Communications Commission, and/or any other agency of State or Federal government with the authority to regulate towers and antennas.

(i)  SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS:  Applications for the construction of any new telecommunication tower(s) shall be by special use permit.  The co-location or installation of additional antennas/dish receivers, transmitting equipment and/or related accessory buildings and support facilities for other service providers on existing facilities shall be by zoning compliance review.

The forms and associated submittal checklists for the previously mentioned applications will be provided by the Department of Planning and Development and assessed an application fee as adopted by the Pueblo Board of County Commissioners by resolution. (Res. P&D 13-37, app.11-13-2015)

17.120.270 Special Event

A.   Purpose and Intent

This Section is applicable to all zone districts in the unincorporated area of Pueblo County.  The purpose and intent of this Section is to provide for the temporary use of land for Special Events by establishing requirements and regulations.

B.   Definition, Applicability    

1. A Special Event is defined as a temporary commercial, promotional, or festive activity, at a specific location that is open to the public and is planned for or expected to attract a large assembly of persons.
2. A Special Event Permit is not required for the following:
   • Parades
   • Wedding and funeral ceremonies
   • Events or gatherings that attract or are intended to attract less than 500 people
   • Election activities and political rallies
   • Farming and harvest related events (e.g., corn mazes, pumpkin patches and similar) which are held on a working farm
3. Special Events that are not exempted under Subsection 17.120.270, B.2. shall require review and approval of a Special Event Permit per Subsections 17.120.270, C through I.

C.   Special Event Permit Application Requirements

1.  An application for a Special Event shall be filed with the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development, including an application form provided by the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development.  The application shall include and address the following:

1. A detailed site plan showing all information necessary to demonstrate the Special Event will comply with all applicable codes and regulations.  The site plan shall be drawn to scale and shall depict all infrastructure and existing uses on the Special Event property (and any adjacent property to be used for parking or camping), and depict location of rest rooms, trash receptacles, tents, stages and staging areas, spectator areas, seating, vendor areas, entrances/exits, use of public right-of-way, fencing, screening and buffering, camping areas, parking areas.
2. Information detailing all activities to be conducted at the Special Event.
3. Specific dates and times the Special Event will be held.
4. Estimated attendance, including total attendance and peak time attendance.
5. Number of employees and staff.
6. Number and type of vendors.
7. Noise levels and noise mitigation measures.  For events with bands/music, application shall specify times music will end.
8. Lighting of Special Event site, including types, areas, and hours site will be illuminated.
9. Electrical source(s), with details of proposed safety measures for electrical cords, cables, generators, and the like.
10. Traffic control and parking.  Include traffic control measures and details of parking areas and adequacy of parking for the Special Event.
11. Use of County Roads and/or State Highways, including access to the Special Event, as well as details of any road restrictions and closures, with documentation of approval of any necessary permitting or requirements from the Pueblo County Department of Public Works and/or the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT).
12. Dust control.
13. Waste disposal, including solid waste and wastewater, with documentation of Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment approval for waste disposal.
14. Food preparation and sales, with documentation of Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment approval for food preparation.
15. Alcohol sales and documentation of licensing approval for any alcohol sales.
16. Proposed signage, including size, type, height, and location of any signs or banners.
17. Proof of insurance.
18. A cleanup/site restoration plan for the Special Event site.
19. Security/law enforcement.  Include type and level of security from private security provider, as well as documentation from any applicable law enforcement agency, showing that agency has reviewed and is in agreement with proposed security and law enforcement measures to be in place for the Special Event.  Applicant shall address proposed law enforcement and security measures proposed for the Special Event, as well as for any associated camp sites, access and pedestrian areas, and parking areas.  Applicant shall address security measures for controlling access and trespass by Special Event attendees onto driveways and property in the vicinity of the Special Event.
20. Fire protection and hazardous materials.  Provide documentation from applicable fire protection district, showing that the fire district has reviewed and is in agreement with proposed plans for fire protection, hazardous materials, medical service, emergency evacuation of Special Event area, and that the crowd capacity and projected attendance meets the district’s standards for the Special Event area and facilities.
21. Copy of deed, lease, and written letter of authorization from property owner (if applicant is not property owner) showing permission for use of the Special Event premises including the Special Event site and any adjacent properties used for parking or camping.
22. Letter(s) of consent from property owner(s) on whose property any off-premises directional signs will be located.
23. A mailing list of property owners and map (e.g., Assessor's property owner list and map) providing documentation of Special Event notice mailing to all property owners within 300 feet of the property boundary of the Special Event site (per Section 17.120.270 E. f.). (Res. No. P&D 18-031, 9-18-2018)
24. The applicant shall furnish the County with any additional information that may be necessary to adequately review and make a decision.
25. Application materials shall be submitted in .pdf format.
26. An application fee of $150.00

D.   Process

1. Applications shall be submitted no less than seventy-five (75) days, nor more than 12 months prior to the Special Event.  Upon receipt of a complete application, the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development will route the application to applicable review agencies or individuals for comment and recommendations.
2. After review of all required information and comments, and documentation, the Planning Director shall approve, conditionally approve, or deny the application.  Approval shall be given only when in the judgment of the Planning Director such approval is in compliance with any applicable regulations. (Res. No. P&D 18-031, 9-18-2018)
3. The Planning Director shall make a decision (approval, approval with conditions, denial) no less than thirty (30) days prior to the beginning of the scheduled Special Event.

E.   Minimum Special Event Standards and Criteria for Review

1. The Planning Director shall approve a Special Event Permit application if it meets the following standards and criteria:
   1. The Special Event site location shall be on property which can accommodate the proposed Special Event with regard to land area, attendance, and existing and proposed infrastructure and facilities.  Parking and camping may be on neighboring property, and may be separated by a roadway.  The Planning Director shall determine whether a proposed Special Event site can accommodate the Special Event, given the Special Event nature, size, and duration.
   2. The operation of the requested event at the location proposed and within the time period specified shall not create significant adverse impacts, including but not limited to environmental, visual, glare, traffic, noise, or odor impacts, on adjacent properties or in the surrounding area.
   3. A Special Event shall be separated and fenced off from any adjoining property by a minimum distance of twenty (20) feet.  Fencing and signs shall be installed to prevent access and trespass onto properties that adjoin or are near the Special Event properties.
   4. The proposed Special Event shall not create an unreasonable risk of:
      1.  Significant damage to public or private property, beyond normal wear and tear;
      2.  Injury to persons;
      3.  Public or private disturbances or nuisances;
      4.  Unsafe impediments or distractions to, or congestion of, vehicular or pedestrian travel;
      5.  Additional police, fire, maintenance, or other public services demands, unless substantially mitigated by the applicant or operator.
   5. The  applicant has received or complies with any other required permits, such as liquor licensing, Health Department permits, Public Works permits, Pueblo Regional Building Department permits, any necessary law enforcement or fire department standards or permits, or other federal, state or local regulations.
   6. The applicant has properly notified all property owners within 300 feet of the property boundary of the Special Event site.  With submittal of the application for the Special Event, the applicant shall provide the Department of Planning and Development with a mailing list of property owners and map (e.g., Assessor's property list and map) verifying that notice of the Special Event was provided to all property owners within 300 feet of the property boundary of the Special Event site.  Applicant shall also provide a copy of the notice that was mailed to the property owners. (Res. No. P&D 18-031, 9-18-2018)
2. The Planning Director may impose reasonable conditions necessary to assure compliance with the standards in this Section, to ensure that operation and maintenance of the special event mitigate potential adverse impacts on existing uses on adjoining properties and in the surrounding area, and to protect the public health, safety and general welfare.  Conditions may address, but are not limited to, provisions for adequate parking, storage, and lighting; provisions for security, traffic safety, fire and life safety; conditions limiting hours of operation; provisions for adequate sewage disposal; provisions for site cleanup and restoration; and any other health and safety concerns the Planning Director may deem necessary.

F.   Term of Approval/Permit

1.  A Special Event shall be limited to a maximum of three (3) consecutive days, unless otherwise specifically authorized or extended by the Planning Director.  A permittee may request an extension beyond the three (3) days, up to a maximum of seven (7) consecutive days.  The Planning Director may authorize an extension if the Planning Director finds the extension will not create adverse impacts on adjacent properties.  Any request for an extension shall be submitted in writing with a Special Event Permit application.
2. Within any single calendar year, the same property may host no more than three (3) Special Events that require a Special Event Permit pursuant to this Section.  A minimum of fourteen (14) days shall lapse between Special Events on any one property.

G.   Signs for Special Events

1.  Temporary signs to promote or identify an approved Special Event are not subject to a separate permitting requirement, but are subject to the following restrictions:

1. All signs advertising the Special Event (Special Event Signs) must be located on the property that is the site of the Special Event.  Off-premises directional signs may be permitted, with approval of the Planning Director, with a maximum size of 10 square feet and a maximum height of 2½ feet.  Directional signs shall not be located in a public right-of-way and shall not impede traffic visibility.  Off-premises directional signs shall include a letter of consent from the property owner on whose property the directional sign will be located.
2. The maximum size of a Special Event Sign size is 32 square feet, with a maximum height of 12 feet.
3. Each approved Special Event is limited to one Special Event Sign per street frontage of the property that is the site of the Special Event.
4. Banners are permitted, in addition to Special Event Signs.  Sponsorship and product advertising banners, vendor banners, and the like are permitted within the interior boundaries of the Special Event, provided the banners do not impede traffic visibility, and comply with the requirements within Section 17.120.270 G. 1. e. and f.
5. Signs and banners may not be attached to utility structures, street signs, traffic control devices, or be located in a public right-of-way.
6. All signs and banners must be removed from the site within 24 hours of the end of the approved Special Event.

H.   Enforcement

1. Inspections: County staff may enter and inspect the Special Event site from time to time to ensure compliance with the Special Event Permit conditions.
2. Permit Available:  The Special Event Permit approval letter issued by the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development must be available for inspection at the Special Event site at all times during the event.
3. The Pueblo County Planning Director may suspend or revoke a Special Event Permit for violation of this Section or any other applicable law, rule or regulation, for violation of the Permit conditions, or for any misrepresentation by the applicant, his agents, or employees under contract with the applicant.

I.   Appeals

1.  Any decision by the Planning Director to either grant or deny a Special Event Permit must be appealed to the Board of County Commissioners.  The County must receive the appeal within five (5) calendar days following the Planning Director's decision.  The appeal must be in writing and must state specifically why the Planning Director's decision is incorrect or inconsistent with the provisions, intent, or purpose of this Section.  If no appeal is filed within five (5) calendar days after the Planning Director's decision, the Planning Director's decision shall be considered final.
2. The Board of County Commissioners will consider the appeal in an open meeting.  The Board may overturn or modify the Planning Director's decision if the Board determines the Planning Director's decision is incorrect or inconsistent with the provisions, intent, or purpose of this Section.
3. The Board of County Commissioners' decision shall be final and shall become effective immediately.  Notice of the decision shall be mailed to the applicant at the address shown on the Special Event Permit application. (Res. P&D 14-12, app. 4-28-2014)

17.120.280 Hemp Establishments 

   A.  Prior to the operation of any Hemp Establishment, a Commercial Industrial Hemp Permit or Research and Development Permit shall be obtained from the State of Colorado Department of Agriculture.  Said Permit shall be submitted to the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development as part of the Zoning Compliance Review Hemp application.

   B.  Prior to the operation of any Hemp Establishment, proof of processing either on-site or the name of the processing company shall be submitted to the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development as part of the Zoning Compliance Review Hemp application.

   C.  Prior to the operation of any Hemp Establishment, a Zoning Compliance Review Hemp application shall be submitted for review by the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development and only upon approval shall the operation be permitted.

   D.  Uses established pursuant to this Section shall at all times be in complete compliance with the terms and conditions of its Hemp Establishment permit for Permits issued by the State of Colorado Department of Agriculture and Pueblo County.

   E.  No Hemp Establishment shall be allowed as a Home Occupation use.

   F.  Distances are measured from the property line upon which the Hemp Establishment is located using a direct line.  If part of a larger parcel of land as described as one property by legal description in a recorded deed upon which several Hemp Establishments are to be located, the distances are measured from the fence line of each Hemp Establishment or if no fences, from the outside boundary of the grow area or from the greenhouse and/or building in which the Hemp Establishment is located.

   G.  Except as provided in subsection H. below, no Hemp Establishment shall be located within five (5) miles of any Marijuana Establishment as measured from property line of the school to the property line of the Hemp Establishment using a direct line.

   H.  The restriction in subsection G shall not apply to: 1) any Hemp Establishment that contains only plants that are confirmed female and documentation of female only plants shall be submitted to the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development; or 2) any Hemp Establishment who submits a waiver of the distance requirement that is signed by all Marijuana Establishments within the five (5) mile radius; or 3) any Hemp Establishment where hemp plants are grown or processed entirely within an enclosed building, other than a greenhouse, which is equipped with a proper filtration system and where documented clothing/footwear preventative measures (i.e., clean room mat) are taken to prevent escape of pollen/seed/or other product that might be detrimental to a hemp and/or marijuana crop; or 4) a location where the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development previously approved a Zoning Compliance Review Hemp application and a permitted Hemp Establishment has existed in continuous operation since the time of original permitting. 

   I.  No Hemp Establishment shall be located within 1,000 feet of any existing public or private elementary, middle, junior high or high school as measured from property line of the school to the property line of the Hemp Establishment using a direct line.

   J.  No Hemp Establishment shall be located in:

1. a building containing residential units,
2. a movable or mobile structure.

   K.  Permitted Zone District.  Hemp Establishment is only permitted in the A-1/A-2, Agricultural Zone Districts in a greenhouse, building, or outside farming as a use-by-right; in the I-1/I-2/I-3 Industrial Zone Districts in a greenhouse or building as a use-by-right.  (Res. P&D 16-014, app. 2-10-2016)

   L.  Any transporting of Industrial Hemp shall be accompanied by a copy of the Department of Agriculture Hemp Permit.

   M.  Quarterly and year end harvest data shall be provided to Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development.  (Res P&D 19-043, 10-10-2019, amended G. - M.)

   N.  Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development has the right to inspect the Hemp Establishment and request paperwork from the Department of Agriculture.  Other Governmental Agencies whether State or Local, such as Colorado Division of Water Resources, Pueblo Regional Building Department, Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment, have the right to inspect the Hemp Establishment for compliance with their respective regulations. (Res. P&D 15-013, app. 3-18-2015)

17.124.010 Application.

     Any use, parcel or structure that legally existed prior to the adoption of the resolution or any amendment thereto which does not conform to the provisions of the zoning resolution at the time of adoption shall be known as a nonconforming use, nonconforming parcel or a nonconforming structure.

17.124.020 Registration and recording.

     The County Zoning Administrator, at the request of the landowner of record or an authorized representative, may issue a Certificate of Nonconformance, a Parcel of Record Certificate and/or a Merger by Contiguity Certificate to the owner of each known Nonconforming Use, Nonconforming Parcel and/or Nonconforming Structure. The Zoning Administrator shall then record a copy of the Certificate(s) in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder within thirty (30) days of its issuance at the applicant’s expense. No use of land or structures so registered shall be other than specified on the Certificate(s), unless said use shall be in conformity with the provisions of the zone district in which the parcel is located.

17.124.030 Discontinuance and abandonment.

     If a nonconforming use has been discontinued for a period of twelve (12) consecutive months, the landowner of record shall be notified by certified mail and a memorandum to the public record, identifying the discontinued use, shall be recorded in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder, and such use or any other nonconforming use shall not thereafter be re-established and any future use shall be in conformance with the provisions of these zoning regulations. A nonconforming use followed by a permitted conforming use will result in the loss of the nonconforming use.

17.124.040 Merger of contiguous nonconforming parcels.

     If a nonconforming parcel ever comes under the same ownership as a contiguous parcel, it shall no longer be the same nonconforming parcel, and such cessation shall be recorded in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder, and then no portion of the enlarged parcel shall be sold unless both the portion to be sold and the remainder shall be conforming parcels. The following is a listing of mergable parcels:

     A. Two (2) or more vacant nonconforming parcels of land;

     B. An improved nonconforming parcel of land and a vacant adjacent parcel(s) of land (whether or not nonconforming). However, if a landowner purchases a vacant parcel of land adjacent to an improved parcel owned by same individual, for the purposes of developing, then each parcel will have to be under separate ownership. (Note: Two (2) improved nonconforming parcels of land under the same ownership will not be required to merge.)

17.124.050 Nonconforming signs.

     Any sign that existed prior to the enactment of the resolution or prior to any subsequent amendments to this resolution, which were legally established but do not now meet the provisions of this resolution, shall be considered nonconforming and may remain in its same location, be repaired, and maintained provided:

     A. The sign is not destroyed beyond its total replacement cost;

    B. The sign is not destroyed and/or abandoned for a period of twelve (12) consecutive months;

     C. The sign becomes a hazard to the motoring public due to changes in land use development, traffic patterns, or a causal factor in automobile or automobile related accidents.

17.124.060 Nonconforming structures.

     If a nonconforming structure is vacant for twelve (12) consecutive months, moved or condemned, torn down or destroyed, it shall be removed or made conforming to all the requirements of this resolution.

17.124.070 Enlargement or expansion of a nonconforming use or structure.

     A nonconforming use within a structure may be extended throughout the same structure devoted to such use at the time of adoption of this resolution or prior to any subsequent amendments thereto, which caused such use to become nonconforming. Any enlargement or expansion of a nonconforming use is strictly prohibited.

17.124.080 Repairs, maintenance and restoration.

     Ordinary repairs and maintenance of a structure and care of lands containing a nonconforming use shall be permitted.

     A nonconforming structure damaged or PARTIALLY destroyed by fire, explosion or natural occurrence may be restored to the condition in which it was immediately prior to the occurrence of such damage or destruction, provided:

     A. The restoration or reconstruction shall not extend beyond the original limits of the structure in setbacks, lot area coverage, height and floor area;

     B. All restoration or reconstruction shall be commenced within six months from the date of damage and shall be completed within one (1) year.

     A nonconforming structure that is TOTALLY destroyed or damaged may not be restored or reconstructed, unless the restored structure is in compliance with the current zoning regulations.

17.126.010 Purpose.

This district is established in accordance with Colorado Revised Statutes, Sections 24-67-101, et seq., for the following purposes:

1. To further the public health, safety, integrity, and general welfare within Pueblo County in an era of increasing urbanization;
2. To provide for necessary commercial, recreational, and educational facilities conveniently located to residential housing;
3. To provide for well-located, clean, safe, and pleasant industrial sites involving a minimum of strain on transportation and other public facilities and services;
4. To ensure that the provisions of the zoning laws and regulations promulgated thereunder which direct the uniform treatment of dwelling type, bulk density, and open space within each zoning district will not be applied to the improvement of land by other than lot-by-lot development in a manner which would distort the objectives of the zoning laws and regulations;
5. To encourage innovations in residential, commercial, and industrial development and renewal so that the growing demands of the population may be met by greater variety in type, design, and layout of buildings and by the conservation and more efficient use of open space ancillary to said buildings;
6. To provide more flexibility and latitude of design;
7. To provide more flexibility in the development review process;
8. To provide for a greater variety of principal and accessory uses in the development of land;
9. To address the advantages resultant from technological change;
10. To encourage a more efficient use of land and of public services, or private services in lieu thereof;
11. To ensure adequate and timely public facilities and services;
12. To lessen the burden of traffic on streets and highways;
13. To conserve the value of the land;
14. To provide a procedure which can relate the type, design, and layout of residential, commercial, and industrial development to the particular site, thereby encouraging preservation of the site’s natural characteristics;
15. To encourage innovative and creative development of parks, recreation areas, and open space;
16. To encourage integrated planning in order to achieve the above purposes.

17.126.020 Permitted Uses.

 The uses permitted in the PUD (Planned Unit Development) District are limited to all residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural uses, as defined in this Title as depicted on the development plan as approved by the Board of County Commissioners except the following uses or such uses as are, in the sole discretion of the Board of County Commissioners, substantially similar thereto, are not permitted:  (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)

Acid Manufacture;

Batch Plants;

Cement & Asphalt Manufacture;

Explosives Manufacture;

Fertilizer Manufacture;

Fuel Sales & Storage (wholesale);

Glue Manufacture;

Hazardous Waste Industrial Overlay Uses (See Chapter 17.80);

Junkyard;

Livestock Feed Lots;

Livestock Sales Lots;

Marijuana Establishments;  (Res. P&D 21-015, app. 3-25-2021)

Metal Processing Plant;

Mineral Processing Plant;

Petroleum Refining;

Rendering Plant;

Slaughterhouse;

Smelter;

Solid Waste Disposal Site & Facility;

Solid Waste Transfer Station;

Tannery.

In a proposed PUD where all uses are to be industrial uses, the Board of County Commissioners may, but shall not be required to, allow one or more of the uses set forth above.

In the case where a development plan or plot plan has not been approved, a development plan shall be submitted and approved by the Board of County Commissioners prior to issuance of building permits.  The procedure for reviewing a development plan shall be the same as the procedure for reviewing a rezoning to the PUD District.

17.126.030  Development Requirements.

1. Residential densities shall be as established by the development plan as approved by the Board of County Commissioners in accordance with the Design Standards as outlined in Section 17.126.130 of this Chapter.
2. Minimum lot sizes for residential and non-residential uses shall be as established by the development plan as approved by the Board of County Commissioners in accordance with the Design Standards as outlined in Section 17.126.130 of this Chapter.
3. The interior and exterior boundaries of the PUD District shall have building setbacks as established by the Development Plan as approved by the Board of County Commissioners in accordance with the Design Standards as outlined in Section 17.126.130 of this Chapter and Building and Fire Code Regulations.
4. Maximum height of any buildings or structures shall be as established by the development plan as approved by the Board of County Commissioners but in no event shall any building or structure exceed sixty (60) feet in height.  In the case of telecommunications towers as the need for the same arises, a maximum height of two hundred (200) feet may, in the discretion of the Board of County Commissioners, be permitted.
5. Minimum area to be considered for rezoning to the PUD District shall be one (1) acre or where five (5) or more dwelling units are proposed.

17.126.040 Submittal Requirements.

  A.  Pre-submittal meeting.  An interested applicant for zoning or rezoning to a PUD District shall, prior to making the application in accordance with the requirements of this Chapter 17.126, request a meeting with the Department of Planning and Development for the purpose of presenting a sketch or outline of the proposed PUD concept.  The purpose of such meeting is to familiarize the Department of Planning and Development with the applicant’s planned proposal for a PUD and to allow the applicant to receive input on the proposal and to gather information, which will be helpful to the applicant in preparing the application and required submittals.  The pre-submittal meeting is a prerequisite to the County’s obligation to accept and act upon an application for zoning or rezoning to a PUD District.

B. An applicant for zoning or rezoning to a Planned Unit Development District shall submit the following information:

1.   Development Plan conforming to the following requirements.  A Development Plan shall accompany a zoning or rezoning application to a PUD District.  Said Plan shall be no larger than 24" x 36" and shall contain the following information:

a.  Title or name of the development above the term "Development Plan";

b.  Vicinity Map, scale, north arrow and date of preparation;

c.  Complete legal description of the property to be included in the PUD;

d.  Certification statements to include:

  i.     Certificate of Ownership;

  ii.    Certification of Approval by the Board of County Commissioners;

  iii.   Certification of the Planning Director;

  iv.   Certification by the County Clerk and Recorder;

e.  Land Use(s) for each area included in the plan and corresponding land area;

f.   Existing and Proposed public and private easements and drainage ways;

g.  Heights of buildings and structures and proposed locations of buildings and structures, traffic circulation and parking;

h.  Density of residential development. If densities vary within the development, each density shall be depicted;

i.   Commercial/Industrial square footage;

j.   Proposed Roadways from collector status and graded by functional classification with right-of-way widths depicted;

k.  Buffering and screening including type from surrounding properties;

l.   Size, type of general location of proposed public sites, open space and recreational areas;

m. If facilities are proposed that are not normally maintained by public entities a statement indicating the type of maintenance mechanism proposed.

Specific required information on the Development Plan may be omitted when considered not applicable by the Director of the Planning Department and, conversely, additional information may be required as part of a Development Plan when considered applicable by the Director of the Planning Department.

The approved Development Plan to be recorded shall be submitted at a size of 24" x 36" and shall be drawn with permanent India ink or produced by a photographic process on a polyester (mylar) film suitable for reproducing and recordation according to the then existing standards of the Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder.

    C.  A separate map, drawn to scale containing the following information:

    1.  Adjoining land use and ownership of said adjoining property and zoning within five hundred (500) feet of the exterior boundary of the subject property;

    2.  All roads (public and private) including functional classification, type of surface, and width within five hundred (500) feet of the subject property;

    3.  Existing topography based on the following criteria:

  b.   Accuracy shall be no less than ½ contour interval.

  c.  Contour interval to twenty (20) feet may be acceptable based on the following criteria:

i.   Presence of mountainous topography;

ii.  Presence of high relief topography;

    d.  Contours shall be extended no less than one hundred (100) feet onto adjacent property and shall show significant adjacent topography;

    4.  Phasing Program:  If development is to occur in stages then a detailed phasing program shall be provided in accordance with Paragraph m of these regulations.  The program may be in narrative form or incorporated into the Development Plan.  The program shall include a breakdown of all land use types and both on-site and off-site transportation and drainage improvements by Phase.

  D.  Optional Submittal Information:

  1.  The applicant may submit a Preliminary Plan in accordance with Chapters 16.12 and 16.28 of the Code to be processed concurrently with a PUD rezoning request.

17.126.050 Petition Procedure.

The procedure for processing a PUD application shall be the same as outlined in Chapters 17.136, 17.140, and 17.144 of this Code excepting that written notice of the public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners shall be delivered or mailed to adjoining land owners, first class, postage prepaid, at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners.  Written consent of the property owner(s) whose properties are included in a request for a PUD (Planned Unit Development) District zoning must be provided with the application.  The application shall also conform with the requirements of Section 17.126.040 of this Title.

17.126.060  Platting.

No building permits shall be applied for or granted on any portion of property which is currently zoned PUD District until and unless the property is subdivided and/or platted, as applicable, in accordance with Title 16 of the Code as amended unless otherwise excepted by statute.

17.126.070 Plot Plan.

No building permit shall be applied for or granted on any portion of property which is currently zoned PUD District until and unless a Plot Plan in conformance with the following requirements of this Subsection is approved by the Planning Director.  Prior to the approval of the Plot Plan, the Planning Director shall find that the land use(s), densities, setbacks, height limits, access locations, the commercial/industrial floor area square footage and phasing plans as depicted on the Plot Plan are in conformance with the Development Plan as approved by the Board of County Commissioners.

A.  Plot Plan Requirements.  Plot Plans, when required in a PUD zone district for approval by the Planning Department Director prior to authorization of the issuance of a building permit, shall be no larger than 24" x 36", drawn to scale at a scale adequate to provide the required information clearly, and containing at a minimum the following:

1.  The location, height and dimensions of each existing and proposed structure in the development area and the uses to be contained therein;

2.  The planned unit development boundary and the proper building setbacks and building area with reference to said boundary lines and to property lines, highways, or street rights-of-way;

3.  The location and surfaces of all parking areas, drive isles and internal roads, and the exact number of parking spaces and an approved parking plan for commercial and industrial uses;

4.  The location of watercourses and other natural and historic features;

5.  The location of all pedestrian walks, malls, recreation, and other open spaces;

6.  The location of proposed landscaping;

7.  The location, number, height and square footage of freestanding identification signs and an approved signage plan for commercial and industrial uses;

8.  The location, height, size and orientation of any required light standards;

9.  The location of all permanent accesses from publicly dedicated or private streets, roads or highways;

10. The location, overlain on contours for the area, of all roadways, walkways, bridges, culverts, drainage easements, existing or contemplated, and greenbelts;

11. The location of all footpaths, traffic islands, traffic devices, driveways, indicating the pedestrian and vehicular movement and control;

12. The stages, if appropriate, in which the project will be developed;

13. A vicinity map to locate the development in relation to the community;

14. Any existing plats and improvements of adjacent properties lying within three hundred (300) feet of the proposed project;

15. All proposed uses, structures and other natural or manmade features including the relationship with uses, structures and features to internal and adjoining uses, structures, features, landscaping and transportation facilities;

16. A summary data chart indicating: size of the development, proposed population and dwelling unit density, various land uses within the approximate acres and percent of development;

17. Preliminary architectural drawings, elevation, renderings or other graphic illustration of structures may be presented at the option of the applicant;

18. The location of any loading area if a commercial building.

B.  Consistency with Plan.  The plot plan shall be reviewed by the Planning Director for conformance with approved County plans, plats, policies, regulations, and resolutions.  If the plan is found by the Planning Director to be in conformance with said plans, plats, policies, regulations, and resolutions, it shall be approved.  If the plan is found by the Planning Director not to be in conformance with said plans, plats, policies, regulations, and resolutions, it shall be denied and the petitioner notified of the areas of inconsistency and changes required.

C.  If the plot plan is not approved by the Planning Director, the decision may be appealed to the Pueblo County Zoning Board of Appeals.  Procedure for such appeal shall be the procedure set forth in Chapters 17.136 and 17.140 of this Title.  The appeal must be fully detailed in writing and shall be submitted to the Planning Department within thirty (30) days of the Director’s final action.  Said appeal shall be limited to the record before the Planning Director in making his decision to disapprove.  The burden of proof for said appeal rests with the applicant.

D.  Modifications.  Required information on the plot plan noted above may be omitted or otherwise modified when considered not applicable by the Director of the Planning Department.  If the recorded Development Plan is drawn in conformance with the Plot Plan requirements of this Subsection, a subsequent submittal and approval of a Plot Plan is not required for the issuance of building permits.

17.126.080 Maintenance Plan.

In cases in which maintenance of roads, common areas, open space, or facilities normally maintained by public entities are proposed to be maintained by homeowners associations, or other non-governmental bodies, the applicant shall submit a maintenance plan conforming to the requirements of this Subsection.  A maintenance statement addressing ownership and maintenance shall be submitted with the rezoning request.  The maintenance plan shall be submitted concurrently with the Final Development Plan and recorded prior to or in conjunction with the Final Development Plan.  Failure to maintain areas that are not maintained by public entities in a reasonable order and condition in accordance with the approved Planned Unit Development may result in Pueblo County, at its own discretion, correcting the deficiencies as provided in C.R.S. 24-67-105(6) c. and d.

A.   Where non-County maintenance is proposed for roads, common areas, recreational areas, facilities, open space, bikeways, trails, paths, malls, parking areas, or other public sanitation facilities, the applicant shall submit for review and approval a maintenance plan for such facilities prior to the issuance of a building permit.  In cases in which a submittal conforming to the standards for final plats contained in Title 17 of the Pueblo County Code is required, the maintenance plan shall be submitted at final plat stage.  In cases in which only a plot plan is required the maintenance plan shall be submitted at the plot plan stage.

1.  For proposals, which contemplate use of common sewerage or water system by two or more dwelling units or uses, a maintenance plan may be required if, in the opinion of the Planning Director, such a plan is necessary to protect the public health, safety and welfare.

B.  The maintenance plan shall include:

1.   Identification of present and proposed ownership for the facilities or areas included within the maintenance plan.  In the case of condominiums, townhouses, or other multiple dwelling units, the method of conveying title and the estate to be granted shall be noted;

2.  A Title opinion dated no less than thirty (30) days prior to the submittal date;

3.  A service plan to include:

a.  Proposed method of guaranteeing maintenance;

b.  Proposed form of unified control, which shall include identification and description of corporations, partnerships, trusts, owners associations, or other legal entities having the right to assess individual landowners within the development and identification of the method proposed to enforce required assessments;

c.  Date of implementation of the provisions of the proposed method of guaranteeing maintenance.  Appropriate recording of such documents and agreements as may be required shall be a condition of any plan approval;

d.  Cost of capital construction for proposed facilities, cost of maintenance for such facilities per year, amount proposed to be assessed to meet such expenses;

e.  Proposed administration mechanism to assure that maintenance is carried out as planned.  Suitable collateral to ensure that in case of discontinuance of control and maintenance, Pueblo County may, but shall not be required to, assume such duties as may be appropriate without additional cost to the taxpayer.  Collateral shall be limited to a letter of credit, or such other method of ensuring and guaranteeing such maintenance as may be approved by the Board of County Commissioners;

f.  Evidence that all required approvals have been granted in accordance with Pueblo County land use regulations.

17.126.090 Off-Street Parking.

Unless otherwise established by the development plan as approved by the Board of County Commissioners, off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 17.112 of this Title.

17.126.100 Advertising Devices.

Unless otherwise established by the development plan as approved by the Board of County Commissioners, advertising devices shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 17.116 of this Title.

17.126.110 Landscaping.

Landscaping shall be as is established by the development plan as approved by the Board of County Commissioners.

17.126.120 Provisions for Public Facilities and Services.

PUD Districts shall be subject to the terms and requirements of all applicable development standards and regulations relating to the provision and financing of necessary public services and facilities. Determinations concerning the adequacy and efficiency of the provision of the described public services and facilities, and the financing of the same, shall be based upon standards and criteria adopted by the Board of County Commissioners, and may include a requirement that the applicant agree, by appropriate written agreement, to contribute a fair and equitable share of the costs of necessary public services and facilities through the payment of development fees, special assessments, participation in a local improvement district or special district, or other similar mechanism for the provision and financing of adequate public services and facilities.

17.126.130 Design Standards.

In preparation of a rezoning request to the PUD District, the applicant should consider the following standards:

   1.  Uses:

   a.  Residential – Residential uses shall be designed and located to achieve an efficient and desirable use of land, preservation of natural features, and efficient and desirable use and placement of the necessary public and/or private infrastructure;

   b.  Non-Residential – Non-Residential uses shall be designed and located to achieve greater convenience to residential areas, efficient and desirable use of land, desirable use and placement of necessary public and/or private infrastructure, and to minimize the impact on transportation and drainage facilities;

   c.  Density: The density of land uses within the PUD District shall be compatible with other uses within the PUD District and the surrounding area. Compatibility shall be determined by, but not limited to, type of land uses, transportation system, buffering, landscaping, and availability of services;

   d.  Open Space: Common open space may be provided within the PUD District. The amount and type should be proportional to the proposed land uses, buildings and densities.  Common open space areas should be designed for the occupants/residents of the PUD District.

    Open Space is defined as a parcel of land, an area of water, or a combination of land and water within the site designated for a planned unit development designed and intended to reasonably serve the needs of the residents, occupants, and owners of the planned unit development.

   e.  Circulation: Development within the PUD District shall be designed and constructed to include adequate, safe, and convenient arrangement for pedestrian and vehicular circulation, off-street parking, and loading spaces. Pedestrian and vehicular circulation shall correlate with the external circulation system. All public roads shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions of the Pueblo County Roadway Design Standards;

   f.  Drainage: Development within the PUD District shall be designed and constructed to include adequate stormwater management including planning, financing, design, construction, operation, and maintenance. All drainage facilities whether public or private shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 16.42 of Title 16 of the Pueblo County Code;

   g.  Buffering and Screening: Uses, buildings or structures within the PUD District that would not be considered compatible with other uses, buildings, or structures within and adjacent to the PUD District shall be adequately buffered and screened to ensure their appearance and operation will be compatible to the surrounding uses;

   h.  Phasing:  If development is to occur in stages, a detailed phasing program shall be prepared in conjunction with the development plan. The phasing program shall coordinate development of all land use types of both on-site and off-site transportation and drainage improvements in a timely fashion.  If open space and/or recreational facilities are proposed, development of these land use types shall occur proportionately to the other proposed land uses within the development;

   i.  Transportation and drainage improvements shall be constructed within each phase in accordance with Title 16 of the Pueblo County Code;

   B. Modification to Design Standards

   1.  Design, construction, and other requirements applicable to a Planned Unit Development may be different from or modifications of the requirements otherwise applicable by reasons of any zoning, subdivision, or other land use regulation or resolution of Pueblo County, so long as such requirements substantially comply with the subdivision provisions of C.R.S. 28-30-101, et. seq., and appropriate regulations promulgated thereunder. No modification from the submittal and review requirements for rezoning and/or subdivision requests as contained within this Title and Title 16 shall be allowed.

   Any request for modification of design, construction, or other applicable requirement shall be specifically requested in writing as part of the application for PUD District zoning, and shall be accompanied by appropriate supporting documentation and justification for the modification request. The Board of County Commissioners may approve a specific modification of the design, construction, or other applicable requirement upon a written finding that, in the particular case, the public purposes are satisfied to an equivalent or greater degree.

   If no modification is submitted as part of the application for PUD District zoning, the proposed development shall comply with all applicable zoning, subdivision, and other land use regulations for Pueblo County.

17.126.140 Consideration for Rezoning.

The Planning Commission in making its recommendations, and the Board of County Commissioners in making its decision, on a PUD District rezoning request shall consider the following:

A.  That proper posting, publication, and public notice was provided as required by law for the hearing before the Planning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners of Pueblo County;

B.  That the hearings before the Planning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners were extensive and complete, that all pertinent facts, matters, and issues were submitted and reviewed, and that all interested parties were heard at those hearings;

C.  That the proposed land use will be compatible with existing and permitted land uses in the surrounding area and will be in harmony and responsive with the character of the surrounding area;

D.  That the proposed land use does not permit the use of any area containing a commercial mineral deposit in a manner which would interfere with the present or future extraction of such deposit by an extractor;

E.  That a need for the development is demonstrated;

F.  That existing and proposed public services and facilities are adequate for the proposed development, and that proposed public services and facilities will be timely provided;

G.  That the existing and proposed internal/external transportation network is suitable and adequate to carry the anticipated traffic generated by the proposed development, and that the proposed transportation network improvements will be timely provided;

H.  That the proposed development will not have a negative effect upon the existing and future development of the surrounding area;

I.   That the proposed PUD District zoning will achieve and advance the stated purposes set forth in this Section, and is in the best interest of the health, safety, morals, convenience, order, prosperity, and welfare of the citizens of Pueblo County;

J.  As set forth in C.R.S. 24-67-104(1)(f), a finding by the County that such PUD District rezoning request is in general conformity with the Pueblo County Comprehensive Plan or any amendment thereto is required.

17.126.150 Effect of Approval.

Upon approval of a rezoning to the PUD District by the Board of County Commissioners the development plan shall be the controlling document, establishing land use(s), densities, setbacks, height limits, lot coverage, and access points. Said development plan shall be recorded in the Clerk & Recorder’s Office of Pueblo County, Colorado, in conjunction with the Board of County Commissioners’ approval Resolution establishing said zone.  Said zoning and development plan shall be binding on the owner-applicant, his heirs, successors, and assigns.

17.126.160  Recording of the Development Plan.

    Upon approval by the Board of County Commissioners of a PUD District rezoning request, the applicant shall provide to the Planning Department a development plan as approved by the Board of County Commissioners drawn with permanent India ink or produced by a photographic process on a polyester (mylar) film, 24" x 36" in size, suitable for reproducing.

The following information shall be depicted on the Development Plan to be recorded:

A.  All information required on the initial Development Plan;

B.  The following General Provision Statements:

1.  "Authority

The authority of this Development Plan is Chapter 17.126 (Planned Unit Development District) of this Title. The authority for Chapter 17.126 of this Title is the Colorado Planned Unit Development Act of 1972."

2.  "Adoption

The adoption of this Development Plan shall evidence the findings and decision of the Board of County Commissioners that this Development Plan for (name of development) is in general conformity with the Pueblo County Comprehensive Plan, is authorized by the provisions of Chapter 17.126 of this Title, and that such Chapter 17.126 and this Development Plan comply with the Colorado Planned Unit Development Act of 1972, as amended."

3.  "Relationship to County Regulations

The provisions of this Development Plan shall prevail and govern the development of (name of development), provided, however, that where the provisions of this Development Plan do not address a particular subject, the relevant provisions of this Title, as amended, or any other applicable resolutions or regulations of Pueblo County, shall be applicable."

Upon presentation of the development plan, as approved by the Board of County Commissioners, to the Planning Department, the signatures of the Chairperson of the Board of County Commissioners and the Planning Director shall be affixed to the document.

No changes, erasures, modifications, or revisions shall be made on the development plan upon the affixing of all signatures to said plan.  The development plan shall not be recorded until all conditions, which require satisfaction before recording can take place are satisfied.  The applicant shall pay recording fees as required prior to recording the Development Plan.

17.126.170  Amendment to the Development Plan.

A. Any request to make a major change to an approved Development Plan shall be processed as a new application for rezoning to the PUD District as outlined in Sections 17.126.040 and 17.126.050 of this Chapter. The following would be considered major changes to the Development Plan:

1.  Increased density;

2.  Decreased perimeter setbacks;

3.  Major changes in building location, arrangement of parking, or open space;

4.  Change in unit type (townhouse to apartments, etc.):

5.  Projects over 20 acres:

a.  Over 10% reduction in area of open space;

b.  Over 10% increase in lot coverage;

6.  Projects under 20 acres:

a.  Over 5% reduction in area of open space;

b.  Over 5% increase in lot coverage.

No major change shall occur unless the Board of County Commissioners, after review by the Planning Commission, finds that the proposed major change is consistent with the efficient development and preservation of the entire Planned Unit Development, does not affect in a substantially adverse manner either the enjoyment of land abutting upon or across a street from the Planned Unit Development or the public interest, and is not granted solely to confer a special benefit upon any person.

B. The Planning Director may approve minor modifications from the recorded Development Plan in the approval of a Plot Plan. Such minor changes shall be limited to siting of buildings, interior access or arrangement of parking, open space, and/or errors of a clerical, typographical, or format nature. The applicant shall substantiate to the Planning Director that the minor modification is required by engineering or other circumstances not foreseen during the approval of the Development Plan. The Planning Director shall not approve a minor modification if the modification does not substantially conform to the approved Development Plan.

17.128.010 Purpose and authority.

The authority for and the sole purpose of this chapter is to make and declare the permitted definitions and to provide the procedures necessary for the implementation of the provisions of Title 24, Article 68, Sections 101 through 106 of the Colorado Revised Statutes.

17.128.020 Definitions.

A. "Site Specific Development Plan" means a map, plat, plan or other document but only as are more particularly described below, including all terms and conditions thereof or which are incorporated by reference which also describes with reasonable certainty the type and intensity of use permitted for a specific parcel or parcels of land:

1. Final Subdivision Plat, as that term is used, referenced and defined in the Pueblo County Subdivision Regulations as approved by the Board of County Commissioners; or

2. Planned Unit Development Plan as that term is used, referenced and defined in Section 17 of the Pueblo County zoning resolution as approved by the Board of County Commissioners; or

3. Such other map, plat or other document wherein a specific written agreement designating the same as a "site specific development plan" has been executed between the Board of County Commissioners and the property owner for a specific project or development; or

4. No other map, plat, other document or approval of any nature submitted and/or obtained pursuant to the Pueblo County Zoning Resolution and/or the Pueblo County Subdivision Regulations shall constitute a site specific development plan.

B. "Vested real property right" means the right to undertake and complete the development and use of property under the terms and conditions of a site specific development plan.

17.128.030 Notice and hearing.

No site specific development plan shall be approved until after a public hearing preceded by written notice of such hearing. Such notice may, at the County’s option, be combined with the notices otherwise required under this Title and/or Title 16, as amended, or with any other required notice. At such hearing, interested persons including owners of the described property, their representatives, and other interested persons shall have an opportunity to be heard.

17.128.040 Approval--Effective Date--Amendments.

A site specific development plan shall be deemed approved upon the effective date of the final Board of County Commissioner’s action approving such plan. In the event amendments to a site specific development plan are approved, the effective date of such amendments, for purposes of duration of a vested property right, shall be the date of the approval of the original site specific development plan, unless the Board of County Commissioners specifically finds to the contrary and incorporates such findings in its approval of the amendment. Pueblo County is authorized, but shall not be required to extend vested property rights for a period exceeding three years where warranted in light of all relevant circumstances, including, but not limited to, the size and phasing of the development, economic cycles and market conditions and the like.

17.128.050 Notice of Approval.

Each document constituting a site specific development plan as that term is defined herein shall contain the following language: "Approval of this plan may create a vested property right pursuant to Article 68 of Title 24, Sections 101-106, C.R.S. as amended." Failure to contain this statement shall invalidate the creation of the vested property right for all purposes.

Any approval shall be subject to judicial review; except that the period of time permitted by law for the exercise of such rights shall not begin to run until the date of publication, in a newspaper of general circulation within Pueblo County, of a notice advising the general public of the site specific development plan approval and creation of a vested property right pursuant to Title 17. Such publication shall be the responsibility of the applicant and shall occur no later than fourteen (14) days following approval. The applicant shall present to the Planning Department an affidavit of such notice within ten (10) days of publishing the same. The notice to be published shall read as follows:

NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that on the ___ day of _______, ____, the Pueblo County Board of County Commissioners approved a site specific development plan for the property and purpose described below, which approval may have created a vested property right pursuant to Colorado law. Such approval is subject to all rights of judicial review.

legal description:

type and intensity of use

published in:

and date of publication:

In the event that the applicant does not publish the notice and provide an affidavit of the same in accordance with this subsection, the County may, but shall not be required to, publish the notice. In addition, a failure to publish such notice by the applicant shall mean that the period of time permitted by law for the exercise of judicial review shall commence on the date of the final approval of the site specific development plan by the Board of County Commissioners and not thereafter.

17.128.060 Payment of Costs.

Payment of Costs. In addition to any and all other fees and charges imposed by Pueblo County Land Use Regulations, the applicant for approval of a site specific development plan shall pay all costs occasioned to the County as a result of the site specific development plan review, including publication of notice, public hearing and review costs.

17.128.070. Other Provisions Unaffected

Approval of a site specific development plan shall not constitute an exemption from or waiver of any other provisions of this Title and/or Title 17 pertaining to the development and use of property.

17.128.080 Intent.

Nothing in this Chapter is intended to create any vested real property right, but only to implement the provisions of Article 68 of Title 24, Sections 101-106, C.R.S, as amended. In the event of the repeal of said Article or a judicial determination that said Article is invalid or unconstitutional, this Chapter shall be deemed to be repealed, and the provisions hereof no longer effective.

17.132.010 Solid waste site and facility review fee.

A. A solid waste site and facility review fee ("fee") is established. The fee shall be applicable to the following applications and related activities pursuant to Certificate of Designations and the Pueblo County zoning resolution:

1. Application (new);

2. Application (amendment);

3. Revocation; and

4. Review.

B. The fee is based on the estimated costs which are expected to the county in the conduct of its duties and responsibilities. The following items are eligible costs which can be paid by the fee:

1. Publication, mailing and posting of public notice;

2. Staff time of county and other public (e.g., Pueblo City-County Health Department) employees at their weighted hourly rates;

3. Technical consultants or professional services retained by the county;

4. Acquisition of supplemental or additional information;

5. Consumable supplies and out-of-pocket expenses, such as long distance telephone calls, travel, postage, recording fee, and photocopying; and

6. Administrative charge of twenty-five (25) percent on all eligible costs.

A technical consultant or professional service expected to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) shall be approved in advance by the applicant. The applicant’s approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. Failure by the applicant to approve or deny the service as an eligible cost within ten (10) days shall be deemed approval.

C. The solid waste site and facility review fee is as follows:

The applicant shall pay the minimum fee at the time of application. The minimum fee is not refundable even if the actual review costs are less than the minimum fee.

If the actual review costs exceed the minimum fee, the applicant is responsible for the costs up to the amount of the total fee as established herein.

D. Eligible review costs shall be reasonably documented and shall be made available to the applicant upon request.

E. The applicant may appeal the amount or eligibility of any charge to the board.

17.132.020 Hazardous waste special use permits and zone districts--Fee schedule.

A. The fee schedule for the county’s I-4 zone district shall be as follows:

Hazardous waste treatment facility with on-site disposal: $10,000.00

Hazardous waste treatment facility without on-site disposal: $10,000.00

Hazardous waste storage facility: $7,500.00

Hazardous waste resource recovery facility: $7,500.00

Hazardous waste research and development facility: $1,000.00

Hazardous waste transfer facility: $5,000.00

Hazardous waste testing laboratory: $1,000.00

Hazardous use permit for any I-4 zone district overlay: $1,000.00

B. The fee schedule for the county’s I-2 and I-3 zone districts for special use permits for hazardous waste use shall be as follows:

Hazardous waste research and development facility: $1,000.00

Hazardous waste testing laboratory: $1,000.00

17.132.030 Zoning, subdivision and other land use development applications--Fee schedule.

Zoning, subdivision, and other land use development application fees are adopted by the Pueblo Board of County Commissioners by resolution.  For current land use application fees, select "Land Use Application Fees" below.

17.136.010 Application.

     All permits, certificates and stop orders required by this resolution shall be issued by the County Zoning Administrator, who shall be the administrative and enforcing officer of the provisions of this resolution, and he or she shall have the authority to make all decisions and investigations necessary to properly carry out the provisions of this resolution. The County Zoning Administrator shall determine whether a use is similar to those uses listed, unless his or her decision be reversed by the Planning Commission. No required permit, certificate or order shall be issued by him or her if in his or her judgment the requirements of this resolution have not been met. No oversight or dereliction on part of the County Zoning Administrator or his or her authorized assistants or on the part of any official or employee of the County shall legalize or authorize the violation of any of the provisions of this resolution.

     The Zoning Administrator may authorize waivers from the provisions of these regulations.  Waivers may be granted for the purpose of encouraging flexibility and variety in land development.  The Zoning Administrator will not look favorably on waiver requests for self-inflicted hardships.  Such waivers may be granted if it is deemed by the Zoning Administrator to be in the public interest and does not impair the intent and purposes of this Code.  Request for waivers of any requirements from the Pueblo County Code must be accompanied by a letter of justification.  The conditions of any waiver authorized shall be stated in writing by the Zoning Administrator.

17.136.020 Right of entry.

     The County Zoning Administrator, or any duly authorized deputy inspector shall, if possible first secure permission of the occupant before entering upon any premises for the purpose of making inspections and necessary to the conduct of his or her duties in the administration and enforcement of this resolution.

17.136.030 Zoning permits.

     Except as provided in the Agricultural Zone Districts, permits shall be secured from the County Zoning Administrator prior to the construction, moving, conversion, extension, enlargement or structural alteration of buildings or other structures.

     A. Application Forms. Application for a zoning permit shall be made to the County Zoning Administrator on forms provided for that purpose.

     B. Issuance. If, in the opinion of the County Zoning Administrator, the proposal as set forth in the application is in conformity with the provisions of this resolution, the County Zoning Administrator shall issue a zoning permit.

     C. Disapproval. If, in the opinion of the County Zoning Administrator, the proposal as set forth in the application is not in conformance with the provisions of this resolution, the County Zoning Administrator shall refuse to issue a zoning permit. If an application for a zoning permit is not approved, the County Zoning Administrator shall state in writing on the application the reason for such disapproval.

     D. Null or Void Permits. Any permit issued in violation of any of the provisions of this resolution shall be null and void and may not be construed as waiving any provision of this resolution. Any zoning permit issued under the provisions of this resolution shall be valid for one (1) year. If no construction has started within the one (1) year limit, then the Zoning Permit shall be null and void.

     E. Existing Permits. Permits issued prior to the adoption of the resolution shall be valid for one (1) year from date of issuance as to use, provided the structure conforms to the yard requirements of the zone district in which it is located.

17.136.040 Stop Orders.

     Whenever any building work is being done contrary to the provisions of this Title, or land or structures are being used contrary to this resolution, the County Zoning Administrator shall order the work or use stopped by notice in writing served on any person engaged in doing or causing such work to be done or such use to be continued, and any such person and all others engaged in doing or causing such work to be done or such use to be continued shall forthwith stop such work or use until authorized by the County Zoning Administrator to proceed with the work or continue the use.

17.136.050 Appeals.

     Any person denied a permit, certificate or issued a stop order, when noncompliance with this resolution is the grounds for such action, or any other person or public official may appeal such action of the County Zoning Administrator to the Zoning Board of Appeals within thirty (30) days from the date of such action by the County Zoning Administrator.

17.136.060 Certificate of occupancy.

     Upon request of an applicant, the County Zoning Administrator shall issue a certificate of occupancy.

17.144.010 Application.

   Any portion of this Title and/or the zoning map may be changed whenever the public necessity, health, safety, general welfare, and/or good zoning practices justify such action. Any such change shall be made only by the Board of County Commissioners in the form of amending resolution.

17.144.020 Initiation of an amendment.

   A resolution for the amendment of any portion of this Title or of any zone district boundaries may be initiated by any member of the Board of County Commissioners, the County Planning Commission, any administrative officer of the County, or by one or more of the owners of property within the area for which the amendment is requested. The request for such change shall be submitted in writing to the County Zoning Administrator on a form provided for the purpose.

17.144.030 Fees.

   All requests for amendments to this Title or the zoning map, except those initiated by the Board of County Commissioners or the County Planning Commission, or any administrative officer of the County, shall be accompanied by a fee as set forth by the Board by resolution, which costs must be paid and a receipt therefore be presented to the Commission Secretary before the hearing for the application is scheduled. Fees to be made payable to the County of Pueblo. The County Zoning Administrator shall receive the application for amendment and deposit the required fee in the general fund of the County and cause the application for an amendment and all supporting documents to be transmitted to the Secretary of the County Planning Commission within two (2) working days of its receipt by the County Zoning Administrator.

17.144.040 Secretary of the County Planning Commission--Duties.

   Upon receipt of the application for an amendment and all supporting documentation as transmitted by the County Zoning Administrator, the Secretary of the County Planning Commission shall cause the application to be placed on the agenda of the regular meeting in the next month of the County Planning Commission, provided that at his or her discretion, or at the request of any member of the County Planning Commission, he or she shall cause it to be placed on the agenda of an earlier regular or special meeting. The Secretary shall submit a written or verbal report of the application, its documentation, and such other information as he or she deems pertinent at the meeting at which the application is to be first considered.

17.144.050 County Planning Commission--Duties.

   A. At the meeting at which the application is on the agenda for first consideration, the County Planning Commission shall receive and file the application, documentation and the written report of the Secretary, hear or receive and file a presentation by the applicant and set a date and time for a public hearing, which date shall not be later than sixty (60) days from receipt of such application.

   B. The County Planning Commission shall cause notice to be published as required by law at least once in a newspaper of general circulation in the County not less than ten (10) days prior to the public hearing, and if for a change in the Zoning Map shall cause notice of the public hearing on the proposed changes to be sent to the last known address of owners of real property lying within three hundred (300) feet of the property on which the change on the Zoning Map is proposed, and to such other persons as in the judgment of the Secretary should be notified, such notice to be given not less than ten (10) days before the date set for the hearing. Such notice may be served by depositing same, properly addressed and postage paid in the post office.

17.144.060 Hearing and findings.

   The County Planning Commission shall then hold a public hearing and may recommend approval or disapproval of the proposed amendment in whole or in part. The action of the County Planning Commission shall be in writing and shall contain the following findings of fact and shall include a statement setting forth those factors which the Planning Commission considered controlling factors in reaching its decision.

   A. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the Land Use Plan;

   B. The change requested promotes the public necessity, health, safety and general welfare and is consistent with good land use and zoning practice;

   C. If the proposed change involves property bounded on one (1) or more sides by the boundary of a City or Planning or Zoning District, the matter has been referred to the Planning Commission of that City or Planning or Zoning District for its review and recommendation.

17.144.070 Referral of recommendation.

   The recommendation by the Planning Commission shall be rendered within ninety (90) days of receipt of the application by the Planning Commission and referred to the Board of County Commissioners within the time period and a resolution embodying the recommendation, in whole or in part, may be adopted by the Board of County Commissioners after a public hearing thereon as required by law.

17.144.080 Mandatory review.

   To attach such requirements, conditions and/or reviews to actions on applications presented to it as it feels necessary to carry out the intent and purposes of this Title. If such development is not underway in keeping with said intent, the County Planning Commission may initiate action to rezone the subject area back to the classification it had prior to the change in zoning, or to any other more appropriate classification.

17.144.090 Reapplication.

   In the event the proposed amendment is denied by the Board of County Commissioners, no new request for the same or a substantially similar amendment shall be heard by the Board of County Commissioners within one (1) year of such denial.

17.144.100 Legal remedy.

   The findings and decisions of the Board of County Commissioners shall be final. Appeals to District Court shall be made within thirty (30) days from the date of Board of County Commissioners' action.

17.144.110 State, federal or local government lands.

   If, through clerical error or for any other omission error, the foregoing named lands are not designated on the Zoning Maps they shall automatically be zoned S-1 and shall therefore be governed by the provisions of S-1 zoning.

17.16.010 Purpose.

The standards of these districts (A-3) and (A-4) are designed to provide and retain certain lands for farming and gardening, and to provide for orderly low density residential development.

17.16.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses, which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Equestrian arena, personal;

Farming or ranching;

House, guest;

Nursery (plant materials);

Residence, 1-family;

Roadside sale stand (retail agricultural products).

17.16.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Pueblo County Planning Commission.

Agricultural custom contractor;

Airplane beacon marker or tower;

Associations, club and lodges;

Athletic fields, golf range, golf course;

Aviary;

Bed and breakfast;

Cemetery, crematory, mausoleum;

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Christmas tree sales (temp.);

Church and religious buildings;

Emergency facility;

Equestrian arena, commercial/club;

Farm products, processing, mfg., storage and wholesale;

Fireworks, retail (temp.);

Greenhouse;

Home, blind, disabled, elderly, elderly foster, maternity, nursing, receiving, religious;

Home, receiving;

Housing, tenant;

Kennel, dog breeding and boarding;

Lots, feed;

Mineral and natural resource extraction, mining operation and processing;

Outdoor theater;

Paintball field;

Race track;

Ranch, guest;

Recreation camp;

Roasting green coffee beans and offering (on a limited basis) guided informational/educational tours of the facility;

Riding academy, stables (commercial);

Sawmill;

Specialized group facilities;

Studio;

Telecommunication Tower(s)

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130;

Veterinarian, animal hospital and kennels;

Water distillation and bottling;

Wind turbine for residential purposes;

Wood pallet repair and sales;

Wood products, storage and wholesale.

17.16.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be less than one (1) acre (43,560 square feet) in the A-3 zone, or one-half (1/2) acre (21,780 square feet) in the A-4 zone, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units of less than one (1) acre (43,560 square feet) in the A-3 zone, or one-half (1/2) acre (21,780) square feet) in the A-4 zone.

17.16.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than one hundred and forty (140) feet in width or one hundred and forty (140) feet in depth.

17.16.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings on the parcel shall not exceed fifty (50) percent of the total ground area of the parcel.

17.16.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.16.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet.

17.16.090 Front yard setback.

Except as provided in Chapter 17.120, all buildings shall be set back not less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line.

17.16.100 Side yard setback.

A dwelling shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a side lot line. Five (5) feet side yard setback required for sheds and other accessory buildings.

17.16.110 Rear yard setback.

A dwelling shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line. A five foot rear yard setback required for sheds and other accessory buildings.

17.16.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.16.130 Loading space.

None required.

17.16.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.16.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.20.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (R-A) are designed to provide and retain certain lands for orderly low density residential development in agricultural areas.

17.20.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is the following use, which is permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Residence, one-family.

17.20.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Pueblo County Planning Commission.

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Emergency facility;

Home, blind, disabled, elderly, elderly foster, maternity, nursing, religious;

Home, receiving

Mineral and natural resource extraction, mining operation and processing;

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130.

17.20.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be less than one-half (1/2) acre (21,780 square feet) in the R-A zone, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units of less than one-half (1/2) acre (21,780 square feet) in the R-A zone.

17.20.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than seventy (70) feet in width nor exceed four and one-half (4 1/2) times the width in depth.

17.20.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings on the parcel shall not exceed fifty (50) percent of the total ground area of the parcel.

17.20.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.20.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet.

17.20.090 Front yard setback.

Except as provided in Chapter 17.120, buildings shall be set back not less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line.

17.20.100 Side yard setback.

A dwelling shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a side lot line. Five (5) feet side yard setback is required for sheds and other accessory buildings.

17.20.110 Rear yard setback.

A dwelling shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line. A five (5) foot rear yard setback is required for sheds and other accessory buildings.

17.20.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.20.130 Loading space.

None required.

17.20.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.20.150 Signs.

Signs shall be provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.24.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (R-1) are designed to retain and provide areas of low-medium density development characteristically and exclusively for single-family dwelling units.

17.24.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses, which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Residence, one-family.

17.24.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a special use permit by the Planning Commission.

Airplane beacon, marker or tower;

Associations, clubs and lodges;

Auto parking, commercial;

Carnival (temp.);

Cemetery, crematory, mausoleum;

Charitable institution;

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Christmas tree sales (temp.);

Church and religious bldgs.;

Dwelling--townhouse;

Emergency facility;

Farming or ranching;

Fireworks, retail;

Golf course;

Golf course, miniature;

Golf driving range;

Home, elderly foster;

Home, receiving;

Mineral and natural resource extraction;

Specialized group facilities;

Studio;

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130.

17.24.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be less than seven thousand three hundred (7,300) square feet, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units of less than seven thousand three hundred (7,300) square feet.

17.24.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than seventy (70) feet in width or ninety (90) feet in depth.

17.24.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings on the parcel shall not exceed fifty (50) percent of the total ground area of the parcel.

17.24.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.24.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet.

17.24.090 Front yard setback.

Except as provided in Chapter 17.120 all buildings shall be set back not less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line.

17.24.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide total side yards of not less than fifteen (15) feet with not less than five (5) feet on one side, and, except as provided in >Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the side lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.24.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line, and except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from a rear lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.24.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.24.130 Loading space.

No requirement.

17.24.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.24.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.28.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (R-2) are designed to retain and provide areas primarily for single-family development of medium density.

17.28.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses, which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Residence, one-family.

17.28.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Airplane beacon, marker or tower;

Associations, clubs and lodges;

Auto parking, commercial;

Carnival (temp.);

Cemetery, crematory, mausoleum;

Charitable institution;

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Christmas tree sales (temp.);

Church and religious buildings;

Dwelling--townhouse;

Emergency facility;

Farming or ranching;

Fireworks, retail;

Golf course;

Home, elderly foster;

Home, receiving;

Mineral and natural resource extraction;

Specialized group facilities;

Studio;

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130.

17.28.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be less than five thousand six hundred (5,600) square feet, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units of less than five thousand six hundred (5,600) square feet.

17.28.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than sixty (60) feet in width or ninety (90) feet in depth.

17.28.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings on the parcel shall not exceed fifty (50) percent of the total ground area of the parcel.

17.28.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.28.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet.

17.28.090 Front yard setback.

Except as provided in Chapter 17.120, all buildings shall be set back not less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line.

17.28.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide total side yards of not less than fifteen (15) feet with not less than five feet on one side, and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the side lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.28.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be back from a rear lot line at least five feet.

17.28.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.28.130 Loading space.

No requirement.

17.28.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.28.150 Signs.

Signs shall be provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.32.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (R-3) are designed to retain and provide areas of high density development characterized by single- and two-family dwelling unit structures.

17.32.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses, which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Auto parking community;

Grouped houses;

Residence, one-family;

Residence, two-family.

17.32.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Airplane beacon, marker or tower;

Associations, clubs and lodges;

Auto parking, commercial;

Carnival (temp.);

Cemetery, crematory, mausoleum;

Charitable institution;

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Christmas tree sales (temp.);

Church and religious buildings;

Dwelling--condominium;

Dwelling--townhouse;

Emergency facility;

Farming or ranching;

Fireworks, retail;

Golf course;

Home, elderly foster;

Home, receiving;

Mineral and natural resource extraction;

Specialized group facilities;

Studio;

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130.

17.32.040 Lot area.

A. No parcel of land for a single-family dwelling unit shall be less than four thousand (4,000) square feet, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units of less than four thousand (4,000) square feet.

B. No parcel of land for a two-family dwelling unit structure shall be less than five thousand (5,000) square feet, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale as two-family dwelling unit structure site of less than five thousand (5,000) square feet.

17.32.050 Lot dimensions.

A. No parcel of land for a single-family dwelling unit shall be less than fifty (50) feet in width or fifty (50) feet in depth.

B. No parcel of land for a two-family dwelling unit structure shall be less than seventy (70) feet in width or seventy (70) feet in depth.

17.32.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings on the parcel shall not exceed fifty (50) percent of the total ground area of the parcel.

17.32.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.32.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet.

17.32.090 Front yard setback.

Except as provided in Chapter 17.120, all buildings shall be set back not less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line.

17.32.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide side yards of not less than five (5) feet on each side, and except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the side lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.32.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line, and except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from a rear lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.32.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.32.130 Loading space.

No requirement.

17.32.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.32.150 Signs.

Signs shall be provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.36.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (R-4) are designed to retain and provide areas with co-mingling of single-family dwelling units and limited multiple-family dwelling unit structures.

17.36.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Apartment bldg. (up to four (4) dwelling units);

Apartment hotel;

Auto parking, community;

Boarding house;

Dwelling--condominium (up to four (4) dwelling units);

Dwelling--townhouse;

Grouped houses;

Home, blind, disabled, elderly, elderly foster, maternity, nursing, religious;

Residence, one-family;

Residence, three- and four-family;

Residence, two-family;

Rooming house.

17.36.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Airplane beacon, marker or tower;

Associations, clubs and lodges;

Auto parking, commercial;

Carnival (temp.);

Cemetery, crematory, mausoleum;

Charitable institution;

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Christmas tree sales (temp.);

Church and religious buildings;

Emergency facility;

Farming or ranching;

Fireworks, retail;

Golf course;

Halfway house;

Home, receiving;

Mineral and natural resource extraction;

Specialized group facilities;

Studio;

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130.

17.36.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be smaller than the sizes shown in the following table, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units smaller than shown in the following table.

17.36.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less in width or depth than shown in the following table.

17.36.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings on the parcel shall not exceed fifty (50) percent of the total ground area of the parcel.

17.36.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.36.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet.

17.36.090 Front yard setback.

Except as provided in Chapter 17.120, all buildings shall be set back not less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line.

17.36.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide total side yards as indicated in the following table, and except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the side lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.36.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the rear lot line at least five feet.

17.36.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.36.130 Loading space.

Off-street loading requirements shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.36.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.36.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.40.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (R-5) are designed to retain and provide areas of high density multiple-family dwelling unit structures with limited co-mingling of professional offices and studios.

17.40.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses, which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Apartment building.;

Apartment hotel;

Auto parking, community;

Boarding house;

Dwelling--condominium;

Dwelling--townhouse;

Fraternity house;

Grouped houses;

Home, blind, disabled, elderly, elderly foster, maternity, nursing, religious;

Hospital;

Hotel;

Lodging house;

Residence, one-family;

Residence, over four-family;

Residence, three-family;

Residence, two-family;

Resort hotel;

Rooming house;

Sorority house.

17.40.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Airplane beacon, marker or tower;

Associations, clubs and lodges;

Auto parking, commercial;

Carnival (temp.);

Car wash;

Cemetery, crematory, mausoleum;

Charitable institution;

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Church and religious buildings.;

Emergency facility;

Farming or ranching;

Fireworks, retail;

Golf course;

Halfway house;

Health center;

Infirmary;

Medical Marijuana Center;

Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation;

Mineral and natural resource extraction;

Museum;

Musical institute and foundation (non-commercial);

Office building;

Restaurant;

Retail Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation;

Retail Marijuana Store;

Specialized group facilities;

Studio;

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130;

Water, distilled, processing.

17.40.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be smaller than the sizes shown in the following table, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units smaller than shown in the following table.

Six (6) or more family dwelling unit structures and other permitted uses shall contain a minimum of eight thousand (8,000) square feet, and if one (1) to three (3) habitable stories, shall provide at least twenty (20) percent of the parcel in landscaped open space; if four (4) to six (6) habitable stories, shall provide at least thirty (30) percent of the parcel in landscaped open space; if more than six habitable stories, shall provide at least fifty (50) percent of the parcel in landscaped open space. Such open space may be in the form of balconies at least four (4) feet wide on usable roofs, but may not include space provided for off-street parking, loading or road accessways.

17.40.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less in width or depth than shown in the following table.

17.40.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings on the parcel shall not exceed fifty (50) percent of the total ground area of the parcel.

17.40.070 Floor area ratio.

The gross floor area ratio shall not exceed two (2).

17.40.080 Building height.

No limit except as provided by other requirements of this Code.

17.40.090 Front yard setback.

Except as provided in Chapter 17.120, all buildings shall be set back not less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line.

17.40.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide total side yards as indicated in the following table and except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the side lot line at least five (5) feet.

Three (3) or more family dwelling unit structures and other permitted uses fifteen (15) feet total side yards with five (5) feet minimum on one side for buildings of one (1) to three (3) stories. Buildings over three (3) stories shall provide an additional two and one-half feet (2 1/2) side yard on each side for each additional story over three (3).

17.40.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from a rear lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.40.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.40.130 Loading space.

No requirement.

17.40.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.44.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (R-6) are designed to retain and provide areas of mixed residence, commercial establishments, and accommodations for transients.

17.44.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses, which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Advertising device, off-premises (see Chapter 17.116);

Apartment building;

Apartment hotel;

Auto court;

Auto parking, community;

Boarding house;

Dwelling--condominium;

Dwelling--townhouse;

Grouped houses;

Home, blind, disabled, elderly, elderly foster, maternity, nursing, religious;

Hospital;

Hotel;

Laundry, self-service;

Lodging house;

Mineral springs;

Motel;

Residence, one-family;

Residence, over four-family;

Residence, three- and four-family;

Residence, two-family;

Resort hotel;

Rooming house;

Tourist court, home;

Trailer, sales.

17.44.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Airplane beacon, marker or tower;

Associations, clubs and lodges;

Auto parking, commercial;

Cafe;

Carnival (temp.);

Car wash;

Cemetery, crematory, mausoleum;

Charitable institution;

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Christmas tree sales (temp.);

Church and religious buildings;

Club, supper and amusement;

Cocktail lounge;

Emergency facility;

Farming or ranching;

Fireworks, retail;

Garage--public;

Golf course;

Halfway house;

Home, receiving;

Mineral and natural resource extraction;

Mini-warehouse;

Recreational vehicle park;

Refreshment stand;

Restaurant;

Specialized group facilities;

Studio;

Tavern;

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130;

Water, distilled, processing.

17.44.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be smaller than the sizes shown in the following table, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units smaller than shown in the following table.

Six (6) or more family dwelling unit structures and other permitted uses shall contain a minimum of eight thousand (8,000) square feet: and

1. If one (1) to three (3) habitable stories, shall provide at least twenty (20) percent of the parcel in landscaped open space;

2. If four (4) to six (6) habitable stories, shall provide at least fifty (50) percent of the parcel in open landscaped space. Such open space may be in the form of balconies at least four (4) feet wide or usable roofs, but may not include space provided for off-street parking, loading or road accessways; and further provided a net area of eight hundred (800) square feet of ground area shall be provided for each dwelling unit, or room, or rental unit for transients in a hotel and/or motel; and provided further the other permitted uses shall provide a parcel of land at least five thousand (5,000) square feet.

17.44.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than sixty (60) feet in width or fifty (50) feet in depth.

17.44.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings except for mobile home trailer sales lots shall not exceed fifty (50) percent.

17.44.070 Floor area ratio.

The gross floor area ratio shall not exceed two (2).

17.44.080 Building height.

No limit except as provided by other requirements of this Code.

17.44.090 Front yard setback.

Except as provided in Chapter 17.120, all buildings shall be set back not less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line. Mobile homes or mobile home sales lots shall observe the front yard setback standards with regard to the front property line of the sales lot parcel.

17.44.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide total side yards as indicated in the following table, and except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the side lot line at least five (5) feet.

Three (3) or more family dwelling unit structures and other permitted uses, fifteen (15) feet total side yards with five (5) feet minimum on one (1) side for structures of one(1) to three (3) stories.

Buildings over three (3) stories shall provide an additional two and one-half (2 1/2) feet of side yard on each side for each story over three (3).

17.44.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line, and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from a rear lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.44.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.44.130 Loading space.

Off-street loading requirements shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.44.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.44.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.48.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (R-7) are designed to provide areas for mobile home parks.

17.48.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Mobile home, one-family;

Support facilities.

17.48.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Church and religious building;

Emergency facility;

Home, receiving;

Laundry, self-service;

Mini-warehouse;

Recreation facility, private;

Specialized group facilities;

Utilities, as outlined in Section 17.120.130.

17.48.040 Space area.

No space shall be less than three thousand (3,000) square feet for a mobile home fourteen (14) feet or less in width and not less than four thousand (4,000) square feet for a mobile home exceeding fourteen (14) feet in width.

17.48.050 Space dimensions.

No space shall be less than thirty-five (35) feet in width or in depth.

17.48.060 Space coverage.

The total ground area covered by all structures on the space shall not exceed thirty-five (35) percent of the total ground area of the space.

17.48.070 Floor area requirement.

No requirement.

17.48.080 Building height.

The height of the principal structure shall not exceed twenty (20) feet. Accessory buildings and structures shall not exceed a height of twelve (12) feet.

17.48.090 Front yard setback.

No structure shall be set back less than ten (10) feet on the front line of the mobile home space, or twenty-five (25) feet if the front line abuts a roadway which is the exterior boundary of the mobile home park.

17.48.100 Side yard setback.

No structure shall be set back less than five (5) feet from the side line of the mobile home space, or fifteen (15) feet if the side line is an exterior boundary of the mobile home park.

17.48.110 Rear yard setback.

No structure shall be setback less than five feet from the rear line of the mobile home space, or fifteen (15) feet if the rear line is an exterior boundary of the mobile home park.

17.48.120 Parking.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.48.130 Recreation and other vehicles.

No detached camper, motor home, travel trailer, motorbike, unlicensed classic car, boat, airplane, or similar recreational vehicle shall be parked upon any street or parking space within the mobile home park. They may be stored on the mobile home space only when fully contained within an enclosing structure (e.g., garage). Within the mobile home park, one or more areas shall be designated as storage areas for such vehicles. At least one hundred (100) square feet of all-weather surfaced area shall be provided within a designated storage for each mobile home space in the park.

17.48.140 Roadways.

All spaces shall front onto a roadway. All roadways, unless herein provided, shall be paved with a minimum of two inches of asphalt, two (2) inches of base, and six (6) inches of subbase. Roadways which are utilized by less than thirty-five (35) spaces may be paved with an all-weather surface material consisting of a minimum ten (10) inches of gravel. Additional paving material may be required when engineering reasons so warrant. All paving material shall be approved by the Public Works Director.

The mobile home park shall have an access roadway onto a dedicated public roadway. That segment of roadway between the public roadway and the first intersecting park roadway, cul-de-sacs not withstanding, shall be considered the access roadway. A mobile-home park containing more than two hundred (200) units shall provide a second access roadway, said being separated by not less than two hundred fifty (250) feet from the first access roadway, as measured between the points of intersection with the public roadway.

Pavement width on all roadways, unless herein provided, shall be a minimum of thirty-five (35) feet. For a mobile home park containing more than fifty (50) spaces, at least one access roadway shall be paved to a minimum of forty-four (44) feet. Cul-de-sacs shall have a paved radius of forty-five (45) feet.

Roadways terminating in cul-de-sacs shall not exceed five hundred (500) feet in length, nor serve more than twenty (20) spaces.

Roadway names within the park shall be selected to avoid duplication of, or confusion with, existing roadways in the city or county. If a mobile home park roadway is a logical extension of an existing roadway, the name of the existing roadway may be selected. Each roadway within the park shall be identified by a sign, the location and type being approved by the Public Works Director.

17.48.150 Sidewalks.

An all-weather surface sidewalk shall be provided along roadways and from roadways to individual homes and support facilities where the lack of such walks constitutes a safety hazard.

17.48.160 Lighting.

Illumination of the park shall be provided to assure the security and safety of the residents. Minimum average horizontal illumination at ground level shall be:

All support facilities shall be provided with interior illumination commensurate with the activities or tasks to occur therein, and exterior lighting to assure the security of the participants. Minimum levels of required illumination shall be those established by the Illuminating Engineering Society.

17.48.170 Landscaping.

For each mobile home space, there shall be required two (2) trees and four (4) shrubs, at least one-half of which shall be located on the mobile home space. The remaining one-half may be dispersed or clustered throughout the park. In addition thereto, there shall be required two hundred (200) square feet of grassed area for each mobile home space, all of which may be dispersed or clustered throughout the mobile home park. All landscape material shall be maintained in a living, disease- and pest-free manner.

17.48.180 Park and school site conveyances.

Each mobile home space shall be subject to the provisions of the County Subdivision Regulations, public sites and open space.

A. No space in a mobile home park shall be occupied by a mobile home until park and school sites are conveyed or fees paid. Such conveyance or payment shall be made:

1. At the time of subdivision approval in accordance with the procedures established in the County Subdivision Regulations of Pueblo;

2. If subdivision is not required to establish the mobile home park, then within one hundred eighty (180) days of the date of mobile home park development plan approval, provided a performance bond is posted at the time of approval; or

3. If development plan approval is not required, then prior to the issuance of a zoning permit.

B. This section shall not apply to mobile home parks which have previously met the subdivision conveyance requirements for park and school sites; or apply to mobile home spaces which met all of the following requirements on September 16, 1976:

1. The space is zoned for a mobile park;

2. The space is in conformity with an approval mobile home park plan;

3. A dependable potable water supply system is available for immediate use on the space, sufficient to provide for the continuous needs of the space; and

4. A sanitary waste disposal system is available for immediate use on the space.

17.48.190 Plan required.

With application for a zoning map amendment, a preliminary plan shall be submitted to the Commission and Board for their consideration. After approval of the zoning map amendment and prior to the issuance of a zoning and building permit for the mobile home park, a Mobile Home Park Development Plan shall be submitted to the Commission for their review and approval. The plans shall include at least the following information:

A. Preliminary plan: a generalized plan setting forth the intent of the proposed mobile home park:

1. Location map showing the proposed mobile home park, surrounding land uses, zone districts, transportation systems, and public sites;

2. Topography (five (5) feet contour or less) and soil type;

3. Internal street configuration;

4. Proposed land use(s), including the maximum of mobile homes spaces and general location and type of support facilities;

5. Proposed methods of potable water supply and sewage disposal; and

6. Legal description of the mobile home park.

B. Mobile home park development plan: A detailed plan showing the nature of the proposed development of the mobile home park:

1. Topography of site and grading plan (two (2) feet contour or less);

2. Internal street alignment, including pavement widths, lighting plan, street names, sidewalks;

3. Typical street sign design and sign placement plan;

4. Landscape, screening and fencing plan;

5. Potable water plan, including fire hydrants;

6. Sewage disposal plan;

7. Storm drainage plan;

8. Parking plan;

9. Detailed land use plan, including the dimension and location of each proposed mobile home space, support facility, and common area; and

10. Plan of garbage and trash removal.

17.48.200 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.52.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (R-8) are designed to retain and provide areas for single-family mobile homes located on individually owned lots.

17.52.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Accessory buildings and structures as permitted in the district;

Mobile home, one-family.

17.52.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Child care centers;

Child care home (large);

Church and religious building;

Emergency facility;

Home, elderly foster;

Home, receiving;

Mini-warehouse;

Recreation facilities, private;

Specialized group facilities;

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130.

17.52.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be less than five thousand six hundred (5,600) square feet.

17.52.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than sixty (60) feet in width or ninety (90) feet in depth.

17.52.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings on the parcel shall not exceed fifty (50) percent of the total ground area of the parcel.

17.52.070 Floor area requirement.

No requirement.

17.52.080 Building height.

The height of the principal structures shall not exceed twenty (20) feet. Accessory buildings shall not exceed a height of twelve (12) feet.

17.52.090 Front yard setback.

All buildings shall be set back not less than twenty (20) feet from the front property line.

17.52.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide total side yards of not less than fifteen (15) feet, with not less than five (5) feet on each side, and except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the side lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.52.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least ten (10) feet from a rear lot line, except where the rear lot line abuts a dedicated public alley or public easement which has a minimum right-of-way width of eighteen (18) feet, then a principal structure shall be set back at least five (5) feet from a rear lot line. Except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from a rear lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.52.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.52.130 Loading space.

No requirement.

17.52.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.52.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.52.160 Performance standards.

A. No more than one mobile home shall be permitted on each platted lot.

B. Each mobile home in a mobile home subdivision shall comply with the Colo. State Housing Board’s State Factory-Built Housing Construction Code, more commonly known as the ANSI Standard A119.1 and C.B.H.B., revision and amendments thereto, or the Federal Mobile Home Construction and Safety Standards.

C. Accessory buildings and structures to a mobile home in a mobile home subdivision are limited to garages, awnings, cabanas, ramadas, storage structures, patios, carports, fences, windbreaks and porches. All accessory buildings and structures shall conform to the building code of the County of Pueblo and appropriate sections of this Code. Accessory buildings or structures not adequately covered by either the building code or this Code shall be subject to the provisions of the National Fire Protection Association’s Standard for Mobile Home Parks, "Mobile Home Accessory Buildings and Structures," NFPA No. 501A (ANSI A119.3).

D. Storage is not permitted beneath the mobile home, except when located upon a basement. All basements shall be approved by the Building Inspector.

E. All mobile homes in a mobile home subdivision shall have their wheels, axles and removable towing apparatus removed and be secured to a permanent foundation. Methods of securing and foundation designs shall be approved by the County Building Inspector.

F. All mobile homes, including non-removable towing apparatus in a mobile home subdivision, shall be skirted with an impervious material which is compatible with the mobile home exterior and impedes the passage of wind beneath the mobile home. A removable partition or section at least eighteen (18) inches by thirty-six (36) inches shall be located in the skirting of all mobile homes, except those with basements, as to provide convenient access beneath for the inspection and repair of utilities.

17.56.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (O-1) are designed to provide areas for limited office and adjunct uses which may be introduced into residential areas without reduction of the characters of the area.

17.56.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Accounting services;

Advertising agency;

Architect;

Architect, landscape;

Chemist;

Chiropodist;

Chiropractor;

Christian Science practitioner;

Counseling service;

Consulting service;

Dentist;

Detective and protective service;

Dietician;

Drafting and cartographic services;

Engineer, professional;

Financial office;

Insurance agency;

Interior decorator;

Lawyer;

Management and public relations;

Midwife;

Naturopath;

Nurse, registered or practical;

Nutritionist;

Occupational therapist;

Optometrist;

Osteopath;

Patent solicitor;

Personal supply service;

Physical scientist;

Physician;

Physiotherapist;

Psychologist;

Psychotherapist;

Podiatrist;

Real estate office;

Referee in bankruptcy;

Security and commodity service;

Surveyor;

Typing service.

17.56.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Agency office;

Answering and paging service;

Artificial limbs, fitting and custom manufacturing;

Bacteriological laboratory, non-manufacturing;

Beauty and barber shop;

Biological chemist, non-manufacturing;

Biological laboratory, non-manufacturing;

Blood bank or donor station;

Charitable institution (office only);

Child care centers;

Commercial artist;

Commercial testing laboratory;

Computer and data processing service;

Dental laboratory;

Government office;

Medical laboratory, non-manufacturing;

Medical marijuana testing facility; (Res. P&D 17-033, 6-14-2017)

Optometric laboratory, repair and custom manufacturing;

Pathological laboratory;

Pharmacy;

Residence-commercial;

Residence, single-family;

Retail Marijuana Testing Facility;

School, private;

Utilities as outlined in Section 17.120.130;

X-ray laboratory, non-manufacturing.

17.56.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be smaller than five thousand six hundred (5,600) square feet, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units smaller than five thousand six hundred (5,600) square feet.

17.56.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than sixty (60) feet in width or ninety (90) feet in depth.

17.56.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings shall not exceed fifty (50) percent.

17.56.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.56.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed twenty (20) feet.

17.56.090 Front yard setback.

No building shall be set back less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line.

17.56.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide total side yards of not less than fifteen (15) feet and provide not less than five (5) feet on one (1) side, and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the side lot line at least five (5) feet. No side yard shall be required on interior lots not abutting an agricultural or residential zone district if the side walls are of eight (8) inches solid masonry or equal, and contain no openings.

17.56.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line and except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from a rear lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.56.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.56.130 Loading space.

Off-street loading requirements shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.56.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.56.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.60.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (B-1) are designed to retain and provide areas for the sale at retail of those convenience type goods and services required by the residents of the immediate neighborhood and for those outlets which by their nature create no nuisances and serve a trade territory of only one neighborhood (3,000-7,000 persons or one- to two-square miles of area).

17.60.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Beauty and barber shop;

Bakery (retail only);

Drug store (not over 5,000 square feet);

Gasoline service station;

Grocery store;

Meat and fish market (retail only);

Professional office;

Self service laundry and cleaning;

Pick up station;

Shoe repair.

17.60.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the uses by right in the Business-4 (B-4) district plus a caretaker’s residence (one parking space per dwelling unit) which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

17.60.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be smaller than five thousand (5,000) square feet, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units smaller than five thousand (5,000) square feet.

17.60.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than fifty (50) feet in width or fifty (50) feet in depth.

17.60.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings shall not exceed thirty-five (35) percent.

17.60.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.60.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet.

17.60.090 Front yard setback.

No building shall be set back less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line.

17.60.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide total side yards of not less than fifteen (15) feet and provide not less than five (5) feet on one (1) side, and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the side lot line at least five (5) feet. No side yard shall be required on interior lots not abutting an agricultural or residential zone district if the side walls are of eight (8) inches solid masonry or equal, and contain no openings.

17.60.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line and except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from a rear lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.60.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.60.130 Loading space.

Off-street loading requirements shall be provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.60.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.60.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.64.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (B-4) are designed to retain and provide areas for the sale at retail of convenience type and shopper goods and services.

17.64.020 Uses by right.

All retail and personal service uses; Adult Uses; advertising device, off-premises; and public utilities upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Advertising device, off-premises (see Chapter 17.116).

Medical Marijuana Center located 250 feet or greater from any existing residence/mobile home, Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer, Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation, Medical Marijuana Testing Facility, and Medical Marijuana Transporter as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions and subject to Sections 17.120.200, 17.120.210 17.120.220, 17.120.240, and 17.120.245, respectively, in this Title. (Res. P&D 15-014, app. 4-13-2015) (Res. P&D 17-032, app. 6-14-2017)  (Res. P&D 17-033, app. 6-14-2017)

Retail Marijuana Store located 250 feet or greater from any existing residence/mobile home, Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer, Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Operation Facility, Retail Marijuana Testing Facility, and Retail Marijuana Transporter as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions and subject to Sections 17.120.200, 17.120.210, 17.120.220, 17.120.240, and 17.120.245, respectively, in this Title. (Res. P&D 15-014, app. 4-13-2015) (Res. P&D 17-032, app. 6-14-2017)

17.64.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Amusement facility;

Any retail or service use which incorporates the production, fabrication, warehousing, bulk storage, repair or maintenance of merchandise;

Automobile storage yard;

Bed and breakfast;

Brewery; (Res. P&D 16-026, app. 4-13-2016)

Equestrian arena, commercial/club;

Equestrian arena, personal;

Food processing;

Golf course, miniature;

Hotel;

Medical Marijuana Center located within 250 feet from any existing residence/mobile home as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions and subject to Section 17.120.200 in this Title; (Res. P&D 15-014, app. 4-13-2015)

Mini-warehouse;

Mobile home park;

Motel;

Recreation camp;

Residences;

Retail Marijuana Store located within 250 feet from any existing residence/mobile home as defined in Section 17.040.040, Definitions and subject to Section 17.120.200 in this Title; (Res. P&D 15-014, app. 4-13-2015)

Sports complex;

Tourist court;

Winery.

17.64.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be smaller than five thousand (5,000) square feet nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of the Code henceforth be divided for sale in units smaller than five thousand (5,000) square feet.

17.64.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than fifty (50) feet in width or fifty (50) feet in depth.

17.64.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings shall not exceed thirty-five (35) percent.

17.64.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.64.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet.

17.64.090 Front yard setback.

No building shall be set back less than twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line.

17.64.100 Side yard setback.

Zero feet, provided construction meets building code requirements (re: fire ratings) and provided that the requirements of Sections 17.64.120 and 17.64.130 are met.

17.64.110 Rear yard setback.

Zero feet, provided construction meets building code requirements (re: fire ratings) and provided that the requirements of Sections 17.64.120 and 17.64.130 of this Chapter are met.

17.64.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.64.130 Loading space.

Off-street loading requirements shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.64.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

See Section 17.120.160.

17.64.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.68.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (I-1) are designed to retain and provide areas for the development of manufacturing or wholesaling activities in a park-like atmosphere and to the exclusion of non-compatible uses or operations.

17.68.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses, which are permitted only upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Abrasives, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Acid wholesale;

Advertising device, off-premises (see Chapter 17.116);

Advertising display mfg.;

Artificial flower mfg. and/or wholesale;

Athletic equipment, mfg.;

Auto and trailer assembly;

Auto parking;

Auto service station;

Blue printing;

Bottles, wholesale;

Boxes, wholesale;

Braces, orthopedic mfg. and/or wholesale;

Broom and brush, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Building materials, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Business machines, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Casket mfg. and/or wholesale;

Ceramic products, mfg.;

Chemicals, wholesale;

Chemist, analytical and consulting;

Clothing, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Conveyor mfg.;

Cosmetics, mfg.;

Dental and medical laboratory;

Dental and medical supply, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Electric equipment and machine tool mfg. and/or wholesale engraver;

Fire protection equip. and supplies, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Food and beverage mfg. processing, wholesale;

Food products mfg.;

Hardware mfg.;

Heating, conditioning, venting and refrigeration equip. mfg. and/or wholesale;

Hemp Establishment as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions and subject to Section 17.120.280, Hemp Establishment in this Title; (Res. P&D 15-013, app. 3-18-2015)

Hospital equip. and supplies mfg. and/or wholesale;

Hotel equip. and supplies mfg. and/or wholesale;

Jewelry, notions, and novelties mfg. and/or wholesale;

Laboratories, analytical and research;

Leather, artificial or synthetic mfg.;
Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer, Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation, Medical Marijuana Non-Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation, Medical Marijuana Storage Warehouse (Off-Premise), Medical Marijuana Testing Facility, and Medical Marijuana Transporter as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions and subject to Sections 17.120.210, 17.120.220, 17.120.230, 17.120.240, and 17.120.245, respectively, in this Title; (Res. P&D 17-032, app. 6-14-2017) (Res. P&D 17-033, app. 6-14-2017)

Mini-warehouse;

Motion picture studio;

Musical instrument mfg.;

Nursery and greenhouse, wholesale;

Office bldg. on site of industry;

Optical goods mfg.;

Paint and varnish, wholesale;

Paint equip. and supplies mfg., wholesale;

Paper products mfg.;

Pencil mfg.;

Perfume mfg.;

Pharmaceuticals, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Photo-engraving;

Photographic equip. and supplies mfg. wholesale and service;

Picture framing;

Plastic and plastic products mfg.;

Plumbing fixture mfg.;

Printing and publishing co.;

Public utilities;

Restaurant equipment and supplies mfg.;

Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer, Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Facility Operation, Retail Marijuana Non-Contiguous Cultivation Facility, Retail Marijuana Storage Warehouse (Off-Premise), Retail Marijuana Testing Facility, and Retail Marijuana Transporter as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions and subject to Sections 17.120.210, 17.120.220, 17.120.230, 17.120.240, and 17.120.245, respectively, in this Title; (Res. P&D 17-032, app. 6-14-2017)

Rope mfg.;

Rubber products mfg.;

Safe mfg.;

Scaffold mfg.;

Scales, comm. mfg.;

School equip. and supplies mfg.;

Service station equip. mfg.;

Sheet metal products, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Sign mfg., repair service;

Soda fountain supplies mfg.;

Sporting goods mfg.;

Springs, mfg.;

Surgical supplies mfg. and/or wholesale;

Textile mfg. and/or wholesale;

Tobacco products, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Vending machine service;

Window equipment and supplies mfg., wholesale.

17.68.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Airplane beacon, marker or tower;

Airport, private;

Amusement facility;

Associations, clubs and lodges;

Athletic field;

Auction;

Automobile storage yard;

Cabinet, wood working and/or furniture shop;

Car wash;

Crematory;

Charitable institution;

Childcare facility;

Electric power plant;

Gas, medical and industrial, retail, wholesale;

Heliport, commercial;

Mineral and natural resource extraction, mining operation and processing;

Restaurant;

Telecommunication tower(s);

Trade association, business or industrial.

17.68.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be smaller than twenty thousand (20,000) square feet, nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units smaller than twenty thousand (20,000) square feet.

17.68.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than one hundred (100) feet in width or one hundred (100) feet in depth.

17.68.060 Lot coverage.

The total ground area covered by all buildings shall not exceed twenty-five (25) percent.

17.68.070 Floor area ratio.

The gross floor area ratio shall not exceed one-half (1/2).

17.68.080 Building height.

No structure shall exceed forty-five (45) feet in height.

17.68.090 Front yard setback.

No building shall be set back less than fifty (50) feet from the front property line, provided further the front yard shall be landscaped with lawn, plant materials, and/or trees.

17.68.100 Side yard setback.

No building shall be set back less than twenty-five (25) feet from the side lot line, provided further the side yard shall be landscaped with lawn, plant materials, and/or trees.

17.68.110 Rear yard setback.

No building shall be set back less than twenty-five (25) feet from the rear property line, provided further at least twenty-five (25) percent of the rear yard shall be landscaped with lawn, plant materials, and/or trees.

17.68.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.68.130 Loading space.

Off-street loading requirements shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.68.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

No limitation except as provided in Section 17.120.160.

17.68.150 Signs.

Signs shall be provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.68.160 Performance standards.

A. No sound resulting from the industrial or business activity shall be measurable at the outer boundaries of the parcel.

B. No vibrations resulting from the industrial or business activity shall be measurable at the outer boundaries of the parcel.

C. No odors resulting from the industrial or business activity shall be discernible at the outer boundaries of the parcel.

D. No observable smoke shall be emitted. Only electricity, fuel oil or gas shall be as fuels.

E. No dust or dirt resulting from the industrial or business activity shall be discernible beyond the outer boundaries of the parcel.

F. No noxious gases resulting from the industrial or business activity shall be discernible beyond the outer boundaries of the parcel.

G. No glare or heat shall be discernible beyond the outer boundaries of parcel.

17.68.170 Screening and Buffering.

A. Screening and buffering shall be used to mitigate adverse visual impacts, obscure outdoor storage areas, and to provide for compatibility between dissimilar adjoining uses.  Special consideration will be given to the buffering and screening between residential uses and commercial or industrial uses, and in visually sensitive areas.  It is not the intent of this Chapter to require screening or buffering of principal structures, or of products displayed for retail sale.
B.  Screening and buffering may be accomplished by the use of sight-obscuring plant materials, earth berms, walls, fences, building parapets, building placement or other design techniques.  Corrugated metal, doors, or similar "scrap" materials shall not be used for screening and buffering.
C.  Screening is required to substantially block any view of material, equipment, or stored vehicles from any point located on a street or adjoining property adjacent to the site.  A sight-obscuring fence at least six (6) feet in height is required around the material or equipment.
D.  A screening and buffering plan shall be submitted for review by the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development.  This plan shall include a site plan, which specifies all screening and buffering materials, type of landscaping, and elevations to depict compliance with these requirements.  Screening and buffering not specifically mentioned in these regulations, but found appropriate and necessary due to unusual conditions on the site, may be required.

17.72.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (I-2) are designed to retain and provide areas for the manufacture, assembly, packaging, warehousing, jobbing and limited retailing of products from previously prepared materials, which by their inherent characteristics and the operations involved are not obnoxious to one another or surrounding uses.

17.72.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the uses permitted in the Industrial-One (I-1) Zone District by right plus any of the following uses, which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator.

Advertising device, off-premises (see Chapter 17.116);

Agricultural machinery and supplies, retail, wholesale, repair

Airplane, retail, service, wholesale;

Ammunition, wholesale;

Auto garages, U-drive;

Auto, service and body work;

Auto parts and supplies, wholesale;

Auto towing service;

Bag, jobber, retail, wholesale;

Barber supplies mfg., wholesale;

Barrel, retail, wholesale;

Beauty shop equipment mfg., retail, wholesale;

Belting, retail, service, wholesale;

Beverage mfg. bottling, wholesale;

Bicycle mfg., service, wholesale;

Bleaching, cloth;

Bleaching compound, wholesale;

Bluing wholesale;

Boat, pleasure, mfg.;

Boiler and tank, retail, wholesale, service;

Book binding and publishing;

Bottlecaps and seals mfg. wholesale;

Bottle mfg., retail, wholesale;

Bus line shops (garage, repair);

Butcher supplies, mfg., wholesale;

Can, wholesale;

Carbide, retail, wholesale;

Castings, wholesale;

Caustic soda, retail, wholesale;

Celluloid and cellulose, wholesale;

Cement, wholesale;

Cement products, mfg., retail, wholesale;

Chalk, retail, wholesale;

Clay products, mfg. wholesale;

Cleaning compounds, retail, wholesale;

Clothing, cleaning, dyeing and pressing;

Coal, coke and/or fuel yard;

Coal tar distillates or products, retail, wholesale;

Coin machine, mfg., service, wholesale;

Computer equipment, hardware or software, mfg., wholesale

Concrete products, mfg., retail, wholesale;

Contractor’s equipment and supplies, retail, wholesale;

Contractor’s yard;

Conveyor, mfg., retail, service, wholesale;

Copper, retail, wholesale;

Corrugated metal, wholesale;

Cotton baling and wholesale;

Cotton seed oil, wholesale;

Cotton wadding, wholesale;

Crane, storage yard;

Creosote, wholesale;

Crop dusting equipment yard;

Disinfectant, wholesale;

Distiller, wholesale;

Display designer and shop;

Drawing materials, mfg., wholesale;

Dyestuffs, mfg., wholesale;

Electric plating;

Electronic instruments or devices, mfg., wholesale;

Express storage and delivery station;

Exterminating and fumigating;

Fences, mfg., retail, wholesale;

Fertilizer, wholesale;

Filters, mfg., wholesale;

Firearms, service, wholesale;

Fireproofing materials, mfg., wholesale;

Floor materials, mfg. service, wholesale;

Food and beverage processing, wholesale;

Freight depot;

Frozen food lockers;

Furnaces, service, wholesale;

Furniture, mfg., service, wholesale;

Glass, mfg., wholesale;

Glue, wholesale;

Graphite, wholesale;

Hemp Establishment as defined in Section 17.04.040, Definitions and subject to Section 17.120.280, Hemp Establishment in this Title: (Res. PUD 15-013, app. 3-18-2015)

Horseshoeing;

Imported goods, wholesale;

Indian goods, wholesale;

Industrial equip., assembly retail, rental, storage, wholesale;

Industrial truck body, retail, wholesale;

Insecticide, retail, wholesale;

Insulation materials, wholesale;

Kerosene, retail, wholesale;

Lawn mower, mfg. service, wholesale;

Lead, wholesale;

Leather goods, custom repairing, mfg., wholesale;

Linen and uniform supply service;

Lubricating compounds, wholesale;

Mail order house;

Manufactured homes, mfg., wholesale;

Matches, wholesale;

Medical Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer, Medical Marijuana Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation, Medical Marijuana Non-Contiguous Optional Premises Cultivation Operation, Medical Marijuana Storage Warehouse (Off-Premise), Medical Marijuana Testing Facility, and Medical Marijuana Transporter as defined in Section 17.04.040 Definitions and subject to Sections 17.120.210, 17.120.220, 17.120.230, 17.120.240, and 17.120.245, respectively, in this Title; (Res. P&D 15-014, app. 4-13-2015) (Res. P&D 17-032, app. 6-14-2017) (Res. P&D 17-033, app. 6-14-2017)

Metal polish, mfg., wholesale;

Metal products, wholesale;

Monument, mfg., retail, wholesale;

Motorcycle service, wholesale;

Motor freight company garage;

Oil, wholesale;

Packing and crating service;

Photographic film processing;

Plastic and plastic products, mfg., wholesale;

Printer equip. and supplies, mfg., wholesale;

Retail Marijuana-Infused Products Manufacturer, Retail Marijuana Contiguous Cultivation Facility Operation, Retail Marijuana Non-Contiguous Cultivation Facility, Retail Marijuana Storage Warehouse (Off-Premise), Retail Marijuana Testing Facility, and Retail Marijuana Transporter as defined in Section 17.04.040 Definitions and subject to Sections 17.120.210, 17.120.220, 17.120.230, 17.120.240, and 17.120.245, respectively, in this Title; (Res. P&D 15-014, app. 4-13-2015) (Res. P&D 17-032, app. 6-14-2017)

Racetrack;

Rubber, wholesale;

Rubbish removal equip., yard;

Telemarketing;

Trailer, mfg.; service, wholesale, retail;

Tree service;

Truck parking, service garage;

Veterinarian hospital supplies, wholesale;

Wood pallet, mfg. and wholesale.

17.72.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

Airplane beacon, marker or tower;

Airport, private;

Ammonia, retail, wholesale;

Amusement facility;

Asphalt plant;

Athletic field;

Atomic reactor;

Auction (use-by-right until TA 60, 4/17/84);

Auto parts and supplies, retail;

Automobile storage yard (use-by-right until TA 60, 4/17/84);

Boat and RV storage;

Bulk storage of oil, ethanol, methanol, gasoline, and diesel;

Car wash;

Childcare facility;

Chlorine, retail, wholesale;

Concrete and asphalt recycling operations;

Concrete batching or "ready mix" plant;

Concrete mfg. (bulk);

Crematory;

Electric power plant;

Fireworks storage;

Flea market;

Gas, medical and industrial, retail , wholesale;

Gunpowder, wholesale;

Gymnastics academy;

Hair and fur processing, mfg. and/or wholesale;

Heating, air conditioning, and fireplaces, wholesale and retail;

Heliport, commercial;

Landscaping materials, wholesale/retail sales;

Manufactured home, retail sales;

Marine sales and service;

Mineral and natural resource extraction, mining operation and processing;

Motor vehicle, retail;

Office, as principal use;

Recycling collection center;

Restaurant;

Shooting range, indoor;

Taxidermist;

Telecommunication tower(s);

Tire, retail, service, wholesale;

Trade association, business or industrial;

Welding shop.

17.72.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be smaller than one-half (1/2) acre (21,780 square feet), nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of the Code henceforth be divided for sale in units smaller than one-half (1/2) acre (21,780 square feet).

17.72.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than one hundred (100) feet in width or one hundred (100) feet in depth.

17.72.060 Lot coverage.

No requirement.

17.72.070 Floor area ratio.

The gross floor area ratio shall not exceed one (1).

17.72.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed sixty (60) feet.

17.72.090 Front yard setback.

Except as provided in 17.120, all buildings shall be setback not less than twenty (20) feet from the front property line.

17.72.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide side yards of fifteen (15) feet, and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from the side lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.72.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least (15) feet from a rear lot line, and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from a rear lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.72.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.72.130 Loading space.

Off-street loading requirements shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.72.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

Fences, walls and hedges shall be as provided in Section 17.120.160.

17.72.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.72.160 Performance standards.

A. Sounds resulting from the industrial or business activity, as measured at the outer boundaries of the parcel, shall not exceed the decibel levels established in C.R.S. 25-12-103, as now enacted or amended;

B. No vibration resulting from the industrial or business activities shall be measurable at the outer boundaries of the parcel;

C. No obnoxious or noxious odors resulting from the industrial or business activities shall be discernible at the outer boundaries of the parcel;

D. The emission of any air pollutant resulting from the industrial or business activities shall not exceed levels established for stationary sources in the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's Regulation No. 1;

E. No noxious gases resulting from the industrial or business activity shall be discernible at the outer boundaries of the parcel;

F. No glare of heat shall be discernible beyond the outer boundaries of the parcel;

G. Industrial wastes shall be so deposited, stored, and transmitted from the parcel as to not be objectionable to adjacent properties or create a public nuisance;

H. All outdoor storage areas shall be suitably fenced.

17.72.170 Screening and buffering

A.  Screening and buffering shall be used to mitigate adverse visual impacts, dust, noise, or pollution, and to provide for compatibility between dissimilar adjoining uses.  Special consideration will be given to the buffering and screening between residential uses and commercial or industrial uses, and in visually sensitive areas.  It is not the intent of this Chapter to require screening or buffering of principal structures, or of products displayed for retail sale.
B.  Screening and buffering may be accomplished by the use of sight-obscuring plant materials, earth berms, walls, fences, building parapets, building placement or other design techniques.  Corrugated metal, doors, or similar "scrap" materials shall not be used for screening and buffering.
C.  Screening is required to substantially block any view of material, equipment, or stored vehicles from any point located on a street or adjoining property adjacent to the site.  A sight-obscuring fence at least six (6) feet in height is required around the material or equipment.
D.  A screening and buffering plan shall be submitted for review by the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development.  This plan shall include a site plan, which specifies all screening and buffering materials, type of landscaping, and elevations to depict compliance with these requirements.  Screening and buffering not specifically mentioned in these regulations, but found appropriate and necessary due to unusual conditions on the site, may be required.

17.76.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (I-3) are designed to retain and provide areas for industrial and primary manufacturing uses which because of the products used or produced and the nature and extent of the products used or produced and the nature and extent of the operations should not be located in close proximity to residential activities.

17.76.020 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the uses permitted in the Industrial-Two (I-2) Zone District by right plus the manufacturing, fabrication, storage and/or processing of any commodity.  Exceptions are any use in Section 17.76.030, Uses by review. (Res. P&D 21-028, app. 5-13-2021)

17.76.030 Uses by review.

A use by review is any of the following uses, other than those uses which come within the purview of Section 17.140.010(F), which are permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission.

USE

Any use involving the manufacturing, fabrication, and/or processing of any commodity which creates hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions which cannot be contained within the premises in the event of an accident involving hazardous materials or processes;

Asphalt plant;

Atomic reactor;

Electric power plant;

Hazardous waste research and development facility;

Hazardous waste testing laboratory;

Salvage yard;

Solid waste transfer station;

Storage tanks for flammable and combustible liquids;

Telecommunication tower(s).

17.76.040 Lot area.

No parcel of land shall be smaller than one (1) acre (43,560 square feet), nor shall any parcel of land existing in single ownership at the time of passage of this Code henceforth be divided for sale in units smaller than one (1) acre (43,560 square feet).

17.76.050 Lot dimensions.

No parcel of land shall be less than one hundred (100) feet in width or one hundred (100) feet in depth.

17.76.060 Lot coverage.

No requirement.

17.76.070 Floor area ratio.

No requirement.

17.76.080 Building height.

The height of any structure shall not exceed sixty (60) feet.

17.76.090 Front yard setback.

Except as provided in Chapter 17.120, all buildings shall be set back not less than twenty (20) feet from the front property line.

17.76.100 Side yard setback.

A principal structure shall provide side yards of fifteen (15) feet, and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from a side lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.76.110 Rear yard setback.

A principal structure shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from a rear lot line, and, except as provided in Section 17.120.020, an accessory building shall be set back from a rear lot line at least five (5) feet.

17.76.120 Parking space.

Off-street parking shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.76.130 Loading space.

Off-street loading requirements shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112.

17.76.140 Fences, walls and hedges.

Fences, walls, and hedges shall be as provided in Section 17.120.160.

17.76.150 Signs.

Signs shall be as provided in Chapter 17.116.

17.76.160 Screening and buffering.

A.  Screening and buffering shall be used to mitigate adverse visual impacts, dust, noise, or pollution, and to provide for compatibility between dissimilar adjoining uses.  Special consideration will be given to the buffering and screening between residential uses and commercial or industrial uses, and in visually sensitive areas.  It is not the intent of this Chapter to require screening or buffering of principal structures, or of products displayed for retail sale.

B.  Screening and buffering may be accomplished by the use of sight-obscuring plant materials, earth berms, walls, fences, building parapets, building placement, or other design techniques.  Corrugated metal, doors, or similar "scrap" materials shall not be used for screening or buffering.

C.  Screening is required to substantially block any view of material, equipment, or stored vehicles from any point located on a street or adjoining property adjacent to the site.  A sight-obscuring fence at least six (6) feet in height is required around the material or equipment.

D.  A screening and buffering plan shall be submitted for review by the Pueblo County Department of Planning and Development.  This plan shall include a site plan, which specifies all screening and buffering materials, type of landscaping, and elevations to depict compliance with these requirements.  Screening and buffering not specifically mentioned in the regulations, but found appropriate and necessary due to unusual conditions on the site, may be required.

17.80.010 Overlay zones.

The I-4 zone district consists of seven distinct subzones or overlays. Approval of each overlay shall require a map amendment. Two or more overlays may be approved on the same parcel of land at the same or separate times. The overlays of the I-4 zone district shall not be applied to any other zone district. The seven overlays shall be as follows:

A. Hazardous waste treatment facility with on-site disposal.

B. Hazardous waste treatment facility without on-site disposal.

C. Hazardous waste storage facility.

D. Hazardous waste resource recovery facility.

E. Hazardous waste research and development facility.

F. Hazardous waste transfer facility.

G. Hazardous waste testing laboratory.

17.80.020 Purpose.

The standards of this District (I-4) are designed to provide for the treatment, storage, research, resource recovery, and transfer of hazardous waste, which because of the nature and effects of products used or processed, should not be located in proximity to residential and business uses.

17.80.030 Uses by right.

A use by right is any of the following uses, which are permitted upon issuance of a zoning permit by the County Zoning Administrator and upon compliance with any conditions imposed by the Board upon approval of the Zone District.

A. Farming and ranching prior to commencement of hazardous waste treatment, storage, research, transfer or disposal;

B. Development as set forth in an application for one or more overlay zones which are specifically and individually approved.

17.80.040 Uses by review.

A use by review is a use which meets all of the following criteria and is permitted only upon issuance of a Special Use Permit by the Planning Commission:

A. The use is primarily manufacturing, transportation or service oriented;

B. There is a direct relationship between the use and the hazardous waste facilities in the overlay zone(s); and

C. The public health, safety and general welfare are promoted by the use at the hazardous waste facility.

17.80.050 Minimum lot area.

No parcel of land shall be smaller, nor subdivided into parcels smaller than set forth in the following table:

17.80.060 Lot dimensions.

The following table shall be the minimum dimensions for parcel widths and depths:

17.80.070 Lot coverage.

No requirement.

17.80.080 Floor area ratio.

The gross floor area ratio shall not exceed that shown in the following table:

17.80.090 Building height.

No building shall exceed forty-five (45) feet in height.

17.80.100 Application requirements.

It is the desire of the county, to the extent practical, to be consistent with applicable State and Federal permit application requirements for hazardous waste facilities. RCRA means the Resource Conservation Recovery Act. The Commission and Board may require such additional information as deemed necessary to make an informed recommendation or decision. The Commission or Board shall not be bound by regulation variances granted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment pursuant to Subpart 100.43(e) Permit Regulation of the Colorado Hazardous Waste Regulations.

Each applicant for an I-4 Zone District overlay shall submit a standard map amendment application. In addition, the applicant shall submit with the map amendment application twenty-five (25) copies of the following information.

Overlay

(1) Application for Certificate of Designation.

(2) Application for RCRA Subpart B Permit.

(3) Application for RCRA Subpart B Permit.

(4) Application for RCRA Subpart B Permit.

(5) Application for RCRA Subpart B Permit.

(6) Application for RCRA Subpart A Permit.

(7) Information as set forth in Exhibit "A" of Resolution 84-Z 59.

17.84.010 Purpose.

The standards of this district (S-1) are designed to retain and provide land areas for public use and to place the public and all elected officials and public agencies on notice of proposed changes in the use of such public lands.

17.84.020 Uses by right.

An emergency facility as defined within Section 17.04.040 shall be a use by right in the S-1, Public Use District. Although a use by right, the Planning Commission shall review and approve emergency facilities relative to lot coverage, floor area ratio, building height, building setbacks, parking and loading spaces, and other similar requirements governing the use of private property.

17.84.030 Uses by Review.

A use by review is any proposed use of land or buildings by a public agency or others on public land except as provided for in Section 17.84.020. The Planning Commission review and approval shall concern itself with the proposed uses relative to the comprehensive plan, lot area, lot dimensions, lot coverage, floor area ratio, building height, building setbacks, parking and loading spaces, and other similar requirements governing the use of private property.

17.84.040 Fences, Walls and Hedges.

See Chapter 17.120.160.