Title
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1201 "GENERAL PROVISIONS," 1205, "ZONING DISTRICTS - CITY OF HUDSON ZONING MAP," 1206, "USE REGULATIONS," 1207 "ZONING DEVELOPMENT AND SITE PLAN STANDARDS," 1213 "DEFINITIONS," AND APPENDIX D "ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STANDARDS" OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TO IMPLEMENT AGRICULTURAL USE PROVISIONS.
Brief Description: Proposed amendment to the Land Development Code regulations associated with agricultural use standards. The amendments combine applicable standards for agricultural uses accessory to a residential dwelling into a consolidated ordinance to clarify existing regulations and further support small scale hobby farming.
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Legislative History
Council conducted a workshop discussion on May 25, 2021, regarding possible amendment topics per agenda items 21-0043.
Purpose & Explanation
Council formally discussed agricultural use regulations and possible topics to address during the May 25, 2021, workshop meeting. Based on Council discussion and direction, staff has prepared a draft ordinance for consideration by City Council.
The proposed amendments combine applicable standards for agricultural uses that are accessory to a residential dwelling into a consolidated hobby farm ordinance. The proposed amendments are intended to clarify existing regulations and further support small scale hobby farming in response to growing community interest for such activities.
1. Raised garden beds - Section 1201.07
2. Agricultural Use (Primary use, commercial farm) - Section 1205
3. Hobby Farms (smaller scale accessory use to a residential property) - Section 1206.03
a. Chickens
b. Beekeeping
c. Roadside stands
d. Barn regulations
4. Agricultural use setbacks standards: 1207.19
5. Architectural Design Standards - Appendix D
a. Hoop Houses
b. Fencing
Public Comment: As part of the Planning Commission review process, staff also obtained general public comment through the city website and social media. The comments received ...
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