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Zoning Districts of Potential Interest for Golf Course Rezoning
Except for PR1, the above is from an Horry County Planning summary chart less footnotes plus more details on multifamily heights You can find a more detailed chart by typing Height in the search bar instead of GR as described below the listed items in blue underlined text below. Highway Commercial (HC) allows 120 ft. high structures. Note: Only R-7, of the R-n designations allows duplexes and duplexes require 8,000 sq, ft. lots.
Click the item below to skip to the corresponding section: 705B. R-3 Residential District (R-3). 706. R-4 Residential District (R-4).
706B. 706D. R-6 Residential District (R-6). 707. R-7 Residential District (R-7). 708. General Residential "n" District (GRn). 709. General Residential District (GR). 721. Planned development district (PDD). 736. Conservation/Preservation District (CO1). 743. Office-Professional District (PR1) 703. Commercial Forest/Agricultural District (CFA)
The above sections are reproduced here for your convenience from the Horry County code. As of 9/8/06, you can scroll down to see them in the Horry County Code of Ordinances by visiting www.horrycounty.org, and in the menu on the left under the heading "County Council," click "Code of Ordinances," click "Horry County Ordinances," click "Chapter 15 Planning," type GR in the search bar and search. On the screen that appears click. "Article 7 Requirements by District," and scroll down.
705B. R-3 Residential District (R-3). Intent. It is the intent of this district to create areas that are suitable for low-density development. This district is suitable for areas serviced by public water and sewer services or areas where on-site sewage disposal systems area necessary. The principal land use within this district is detached single-family residential. 705B.1. Permitted Uses: (A) Any use permitted in the R-4 District. 705B.2. Conditional Uses: (A) Any use permitted in the R-4 District. 705B.3. Special Exceptions. Owing to their potential negative impact on the community, the Board of Zoning Appeals may approve the following use(s) as a special exception: (A) Any use permitted in the R-4 District. 705B.4. Other Requirements: (A) All allowed uses shall be required to conform to the standards set forth in Article VIII. (B) Signs permitted in this district, including the conditions under which they may be located, are set forth in Article X. (Ord. No. 84-03, § 2, 10-7-03)
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706. R-4 Residential District (R-4). Intent. It is the intent of this district to provide areas for single-family residential development, low to moderate density, to discourage the encroachment of commercial, industrial, or other uses capable of adversely affecting the residential character and to preserve the architectural character of established neighborhoods. 706.1 Permitted Uses: (A) One-family dwellings, except mobile homes; (B) Golf courses; and, (C) Accessory uses. (D) Churches, synagogues, temples, and other places of worship subject to the provisions of Article 12. 706.2 Conditional Uses: (A) Reserved. (B) Publicly owned buildings, facilities, or lands, provided the review as required by section 6-29-540 of South Carolina State Law is complete. (C) Publicly or privately owned utility substations or sub-installations, including water towers, provided the review as required by Section 6-29-540 of the South Carolina State Law has been completed. (D) Private educational facilities, nurseries or day care centers, provided that: 1. Such uses shall meet the minimum standards set forth for such facilities by the Department of Social Services and other state departments. 2. Such uses shall meet the area requirements of the residential district in which it is to locate. 3. Reserved. 4. A buffer strip may be required if deemed necessary in order to reduce the noise factor generated by the day care facility. 5. Day/child care centers shall meet the requirements established in section 525. (D.1) Accessory living quarters, within an existing dwelling or in a separate structure, provided: 1. When accessory living quarters will be in a separate structure, the minimum lot area shall be equal to two (2) times that normally required for the zoning district where the accessory living quarters is proposed. If located in an existing dwelling, the minimum lot area shall be the same as that of the zoning district. 2. The primary dwelling unit shall be owner-occupied. 3. The tenant of the accessory living quarters is a family member of the owner of the primary dwelling unit, as attested to by a sworn statement signed by a Notary Public. 4. The floor space of the accessory living quarters shall be no greater than the primary dwelling unit. 5. The accessory living quarters shall have a bathroom and cooking facilities. 6. The accessory living quarters, if within the primary dwelling unit, may have its own entrance. 7. The construction of the accessory living quarters, within existing structures, shall not alter the appearance or character of the structure. When detached from the primary dwelling unit, it shall be separated by no less than twenty (20) feet or applicable zoning district setbacks. 8. Screening, by fencing or vegetation, is installed to completely block the view from adjacent properties of detached accessory living quarters that are not of like construction (i.e. manufactured home adjacent to a stick-built house). 9. Adequate off-street parking is provided. 10. The conditional use permit for the accessory living quarters shall be renewed every five (5) years to ensure that the units is being used in compliance with these regulations; and 11. Upon permit expiration, manufactured housing units used as accessory living quarters shall be removed from the property within thirty (30) days and the property restored to its pre-permit condition. (E) Other requirements: 1. All allowed uses shall be required to conform to the standards set forth in Article VIII. 2. Signs permitted in R-4 Residential Districts, including the conditions under which they may be located, are set forth in Article X. (Ord. No. 114-01, § 1, 9-4-01; Ord. No. 138-04, § 2(Att. 1), 2-1-05) 706.3 Special Exceptions. Owing to their potential negative impact on the community, the Board of Zoning Appeals may approve the following use(s) as a special exception: Bed and breakfast establishments (B&Bs) subject to the following conditions: 1. That the special exception complies with all applicable development standards. 2. That the special exception will be in substantial harmony with the area in which it is to be located. 3. That the special exception will not be injurious to adjoining property. 4. That the special exception will contribute to the economic vitality and promote the general welfare of the community. 5. That the special exception will not discourage or negate the use of surrounding property for use(s) permitted by right. 6. In granting a special exception, the Board of Zoning Appeals may impose such reasonable and additional stipulations, conditions, or safeguards as, in its judgement, will enhance the siting of the proposed special exception. Other Requirements. (a) All allowed uses shall be required to conform to the standards set forth in Article VIII. (b) Signs permitted in this district, including the conditions under which they may be located, are set forth in Article X. (Ord. No. 67-88, 4-18-89; Ord. No. 137-97, §§ 3, 10, 12-2-97; Ord. No. 51-99, §§ 15, 20, 12-7-99; Ord. No. 26-01, § 1, 3-20-01; Ord. No. 87-01, § 1, 7-10-01).
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706B. Intent. It is the intent of this district to create areas that are suitable for medium density development. This district is most suitable for areas serviced by public water and sewer services. However depending on soil characteristics and surrounding development patterns, development within this district may be suitable in a less urbanized area. The principal land use within this district is single-family residential. 706B.1. Permitted Uses: (A) Any use permitted in the R-4 District. 706B.2. Conditional Uses: (A) Any use permitted in the R-4 District. 706B.3. Special Exceptions. Owing to their potential negative impact on the community, the Board of Zoning Appeals may approve the following use(s) as a special exception: (A) Any use permitted in the R-4 District. 706B.4. Other Requirements. (A) All allowed uses shall be required to conform to the standards set forth in Article VIII. (B) Signs permitted in this district, including the conditions under which they may be located, are set forth in Article X. (Ord. No. 84-03, § 2, 10-7-03)
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706D. R-6 Residential District (R-6). Intent. It is the intent of this district to create areas that are suitable for medium density development. This district is particularly suitable for areas serviced by public water and sewer services and where access to major transportation arteries is available. The principal land use within this district is single-family residential. 706D.1. Permitted Uses: (A) Any use permitted in the R-4 District. 706D.2. Conditional Uses: (A) Any use permitted in the R-4 District. 706D.3. Special Exceptions. Owing to their potential negative impact on the community, the Board of Zoning Appeals may approve the following use(s) as a special exception: (A) Any use permitted in the R-4 District. 706D4. Other Requirements. (A) All allowed uses shall be required to conform to the standards set forth in Article VIII. (B) Signs permitted in this district, including the conditions under which they may be located, are set forth in Article X. (Ord. No. 84-03, § 2, 10-7-03)
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707. R-7 Residential District (R-7). Intent. It is the intent of this district to provide areas for medium density one- and two-family residential purposes. Encroachment by high-density multi-family residential, commercial, industrial, or other uses incompatible with or capable of adversely affecting the residential character of this district shall be discouraged. 707.1 Permitted Uses: (A) One-family dwellings, excluding mobile homes; (B) Duplexes; (C) Golf courses; and, (D) Accessory uses. (E) Churches, synagogues, temples, and other places of worship subject to the provisions of Article 12. Two-family: Eight thousand (8,000) square feet; (E) Minimum lot width at building line: Sixty (60) feet; (F) Maximum height of structure: Thirty-five (35) feet from grade (not to exceed three (3) stories); and, (G) Building coverage: Not to exceed thirty-five (35) percent of the lot. (Ord. No. 15-02, § 1, 2-19-02) 707.3 Conditional Uses: (A) Reserved. (B) Publicly owned buildings, facilities, or lands, provided the review as required by Section 6-29-540 of South Carolina State Law is complete. (C) Publicly or privately owned utility substations or sub-installations, including water towers, provided the review as required by Section 6-29-540 of the South Carolina State Law has been completed. (D) Private educational facilities, nurseries, or day care centers, provided that: 1. Such uses shall meet the minimum standards set forth for such facilities by the Department of Social Services and other state departments. 2. Such uses shall meet the area requirements of the residential district in which it is to locate. 3. Reserved. 4. A buffer strip may be required if deemed necessary in order to reduce the noise factor generated by the day care facility. 5. Day/child care centers shall meet the requirements established in section 525. (E) Accessory living quarters, within an existing dwelling or in a separate structure, provided: 1. When accessory living quarters will be in a separate structure, the minimum lot area shall be equal to two (2) times that normally required for the zoning district where the accessory living quarters is proposed. If located in an existing dwelling, the minimum lot area shall be the same as that of the zoning district. 2. The primary dwelling unit shall be owner-occupied. 3. The tenant of the accessory living quarters is a family member of the owner of the primary dwelling unit, as attested to by a sworn statement signed by a Notary Public. 4. The floor space of the accessory living quarters shall be no greater than the primary dwelling unit. 5. The accessory living quarters shall have a bathroom and cooking facilities. 6. The accessory living quarters, if within the primary dwelling unit, may have its own entrance. 7. The construction of the accessory living quarters, within existing structures, shall not alter the appearance or character of the structure. When detached from the primary dwelling unit, it shall be separated by no less than twenty (20) feet or applicable zoning district setbacks. 8. Screening, by fencing or vegetation, is installed to completely block the view from adjacent properties of detached accessory living quarters that are not of like construction (i.e. manufactured home adjacent to a stick-built house). 9. Adequate off-street parking is provided. 10. The conditional use permit for the accessory living quarters shall be renewed every five (5) years to ensure that the units is being used in compliance with these regulations; and 11. Upon permit expiration, manufactured housing units used as accessory living quarters shall be removed from the property within thirty (30) days and the property restored to its pre-permit condition. (Ord. No. 67-88, 4-18-89; Ord. No. 137-97, §§ 4, 10, 12-2-97; Ord. No. 51-99, §§ 15, 20, 12-7-99; Ord. No. 26-01, § 1, 3-20-01; Ord. No. 114-01, § 1, 9-4-01; Ord. No. 138-04, § 2(Att. 1), 2-1-05) 707.3.1 Special Exceptions. Owing to their potential negative impact on the community, the Board of Zoning Appeals may approve the following use(s) as a special exception: Bed and breakfast establishments (B&Bs) subject to the following conditions: 1. That the special exception complies with all applicable development standards. 2. That the special exception will be in substantial harmony with the area in which it is to be located. 3. That the special exception will not be injurious to adjoining property. 4. That the special exception will contribute to the economic vitality and promote the general welfare of the community. 5. That the special exception will not discourage or negate the use of surrounding property for uses(s) permitted by right. 6. In granting a special exception, the board of zoning appeals may impose such reasonable and additional stipulations, conditions, or safeguards as, in its judgement, will enhance the siting of the proposed special exception. (Ord. No. 87-01, § 1, 7-10-01) 707.4 Other Requirements: (A) All allowed uses shall be required to conform to the standards set forth in Article VIII. (B) Signs permitted in R-4 Residential Districts, including the conditions under which they may be located, are set forth in Article X.
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The General Residential "n" (GRn ) District is intended to provide opportunities for low, medium and high density residential developments in locations consistent with the Future Land Use Plan and the goals and objectives of the Horry County Comprehensive Plan. 708.1 Administrative Procedures. Any request to establish a GR n Zoning District shall follow the procedures set forth in Article XIII of this ordinance. In presenting requests for rezoning, the applicant must indicate the density desired for the property in order for the request to be complete. The requested density should be expressed as units per acre. Failure to provide a requested density will result in rezoning requests not being presented to the Planning Commission. 708.2 General Provisions. (A) Location. A GR n District may be permitted throughout the zoned portion of the county provided it meets the standards established herein. (B) Permitted Uses. The following uses shall be permitted subject to any requirement contained herein: 1. Single-family detached dwellings, except mobile homes; 2. Duplex dwellings; 3. Semi-detached dwellings; 4. Patio homes; 5. Garden homes; 6. Townhomes; 7. Multi-family dwellings; 8. Zero or multiple zero lot line developments incorporating above uses, except multi-family; 9. Cluster developments incorporating any of the above uses; 10. Golf courses, provided the areas designated for golf courses shall not be used to calculate densities or impervious surface ratios; 11. Accessory uses; and 12. Churches, synagogues, temples, and other places of worship subject to the provisions of Article 12. (B.1) Accessory living quarters, within an existing dwelling or in a separate structure, provided: 1. When accessory living quarters will be in a separate structure, the minimum lot area shall be equal to two (2) times that normally required for the zoning district where the accessory living quarters is proposed. If located in an existing dwelling, the minimum lot area shall be the same as that of the zoning district. 2. The primary dwelling unit shall be owner-occupied. 3. The tenant of the accessory living quarters is a family member of the owner of the primary dwelling unit, as attested to by a sworn statement signed by a Notary Public. 4. The floor space of the accessory living quarters shall be no greater than the primary dwelling unit. 5. The accessory living quarters shall have a bathroom and cooking facilities. 6. The accessory living quarters, if within the primary dwelling unit, may have its own entrance. 7. The construction of the accessory living quarters, within existing structures, shall not alter the appearance or character of the structure. When detached from the primary dwelling unit, it shall be separated by no less than twenty (20) feet or applicable zoning district setbacks. 8. Screening, by fencing or vegetation, is installed to completely block the view from adjacent properties of detached accessory living quarters that are not of like construction (i.e. manufactured home adjacent to a stick-built house). 9. Adequate off-street parking is provided. 10. The conditional use permit for the accessory living quarters shall be renewed every five (5) years to ensure that the units is being used in compliance with these regulations; and 11. Upon permit expiration, manufactured housing units used as accessory living quarters shall be removed from the property within thirty (30) days and the property restored to its pre-permit condition. (Ord. No. 26-01, § 1, 3-20-01) (C) Special Exceptions. Owing to their potential negative impact on the community, the following use may be approved as a special exception by the Board of Zoning Appeal: 1. Offices subject to the following conditions: a. That the special exception complies with all applicable development standards. b. That the special exception will be in substantial harmony with the area in which it is to be located. c. That the special exception will not be injurious to adjoining property. d. That the special exception will contribute to the economic vitality and promote the general welfare of the community. e. That the special exception will not discourage or negate the use of surrounding property for use(s) permitted by right. f. In granting a special exception, the Board of Zoning Appeals may impose such reasonable and additional stipulations, conditions, or safeguards as, in its judgement, will enhance the siting of the proposed special exception. 2. Bed and breakfast establishments (B&Bs) subject to the following conditions: a. That the special exception complies with all applicable development standards. b. That the special exception will be in substantial harmony with the area in which it is to be located. c. That the special exception will not be injurious to adjoining property. d. That the special exception will contribute to the economic vitality and promote the general welfare of the community. e. That the special exception will not discourage or negate the use of surrounding property for uses(s) permitted by right. f. In granting a special exception, the board of zoning appeals may impose such reasonable and additional stipulations, conditions, or safeguards as, in its judgement, will enhance the siting of the proposed special exception. (D) Dimensional Standards. The following dimensional standards shall apply to permitted uses: Table 1: GRn District Yard and Height Standards TABLE INSET:
(E) Planning Commission Review. The Planning Commission shall review any development containing two (2) or more lots or units within a GR n district subject to the requirements of the Horry County Land Development Regulations. (F) Open Space Requirements. Passive and/or active open space features shall be provided in any development that will have five (5) or more dwelling units per acre. The amount of open space required shall be determined by using the formula below: 1. Open space calculation formula: A1 = D × Ad × Ap or A1 = D × 2.3 × 0.01 where: A1 = The required upland open space area; D = Number of dwelling units; Ad = Average household density (2.3 persons); Ap = Number of acres required per person (.01 acres per person). 2. Passive or active features may include any of the following: a. Natural areas of undisturbed vegetation with maintenance limited to removal of litter, dead trees, plant material, and brush. Natural watercourses shall flow freely and shall be maintained free of debris. Stream channels shall not alter floodplain levels. b. Recreational areas designed for specific active uses such as tot-lots, tennis courts, swimming pools, ballfields and similar uses (including required parking for these uses). Recreational areas shall be accessible to all residents of the development. c. Greenways are linear greenbelts linking residential areas with other open space areas. These greenways may contain bicycle paths, footpaths, and bridle paths. d. Wetlands greater than twenty-five hundredths (0.25) acres which will be protected by conservation easements and perpetually filled storm water detention ponds provided such ponds will be no less than four (4) feet in depth and support aquatic life. The use of such elements as open space may not count for more than fifty (50) percent of that required unless a variance is granted by the Planning Commission in accordance with the provision of the Horry County Land Development Regulations. e. Landscaped entrance features. f. Area in required setbacks, building separation, parking or rights-of-way shall not be considered passive or active open space. (Ord. No. 138-04, § 2(Att. 1), 2-1-05) 708.3 Specific Development Standards. The Horry County Comprehensive Plan has established three (3) types of character districts wedges, corridors, and centers. These districts are shown on the Future Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan. The standards enumerated below establish the criteria by which a request to rezone property to GR n will be evaluated. The standards follow the generally accepted densities associated with each character district and have been designed to further implement the goals and objectives of the comprehensive plan. Requests to establish projects in any character district that is not consistent with the accepted densities may not receive support for approval. (A) Low Density Development Requirements. Low-density GR n areas are classified as wedge character districts. Development density in wedge character districts may be three (3) or fewer units per acre. Lot or unit area requirements shall adhere to the standards shown in Table 2. (B) Medium Density Development Standards. Medium density GR n areas are classified as corridor character districts. Corridor character districts are comprised of rural and urban corridors. Rural corridor follow major arterials in portions of the county that have not experienced significant development pressures and are generally located west of the Intracostal Waterway. Urban corridors follow major arterials in portions of the county that have experienced significant development and are generally located east of the Intracostal Waterway. Development density in rural and urban corridors may be between four (4) and seven (7) units per acre. Lot or unit area requirements shall adhere to the standards shown in Table 2. (C) High Density Development Standards. High-density GR n areas are classified as center character districts. Center character districts are comprised of three (3) types of nodes: townships, villages and hamlets. These nodes are further broken into core, transition and secondary areas. Nodes are generally located at major intersections or crossroads throughout the county. Assignment of the node classification is based upon the location of the intersection or crossroad in relation to surrounding development or anticipated development. Development densities within center character districts may range from eight (8) or more units per acre. Lot or unit area requirements shall adhere to the standards shown in Table 2. Table 2. Density, Lot Coverage and Area Requirements TABLE INSET:
Notes: * When semi-detached units are divided to create two (2) individual lots, the required lot area shall be one-half ( 1/2) of that required. ** Proposed cluster developments require a minimum site of five (5) acres. *** Townhomes shall be constructed in groupings between three (3) and eight (8) units in a single building. 1 A site plan is not required for cluster development zoning requests; however, provision of a site plan is recommended. 2 Developments greater than two (2) lots or units require review and approval by the Planning Commission according to the standards of the Horry County Land Development Regulations. 3 Developments shall comply with the requirements of this ordinance and other applicable county ordinances or regulations. (Ord. No. 49-00, § 1, 5-16-00; Ord. No. 26-01, § 1, 3-20-01; Ord. No. 87-01, § 1, 7-10-01)
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Intent. It is the intent of this section that the General Residential District be established for medium-to-high density residential purposes. These areas need to be served with public water and sewer and have direct access to collector or arterial streets. These areas should be developed within the character of the natural surroundings to insure preservation of critical areas, to be compatible with the existing development and to discourage any encroachment of commercial, industrial or other uses capable of adversely affecting the charm and residential character of this district. 709.1 Permitted Uses: (A) Single-family dwellings, except mobile homes; (B) Duplex dwellings; (C) Multi-family dwellings; (D) Golf courses, provided the areas designated for golf course use shall not be used to calculate densities or impervious surface ratios; and (E) Accessory uses. (F) Churches, synagogues, temples, and other places of worship subject to the provisions of Article 12. [G] Stealth telecommunication facilities on existing structures provided that: 1. The structure upon which the tower is located is greater than thirty-five (35) feet in height; 2. The height of the tower or antenna, including support structures, when mounted on top of structures shall not extend more than twenty (20) feet above the principal structure to which it is attached. If the principle structure is non-conforming a variance to exceed the allowed height may be granted by the Board of Zoning Appeals. Board of Zoning Appeals procedures are enumerated in Article 14 of these regulations; 3. Towers or antennas mounted on the side of structures may not extend more than three (3) feet from the facade of the building, encroach into the required setbacks, be more than six (6) feet in height, and one (1) foot in depth; 4. Equipment cabinets may not be visible from the base of the building; 5. Towers or antennas shall not alter or change the intent of the structure or building design; 6. Unless otherwise, required, the color of the tower or antenna shall be the same or such as to blend with the structure to which it is attached; 7. No commercial advertising shall be allowed on any building-mounted towers or antennas; 8. The number and location of towers, antennas or other receiving or transmitting devices located on a single structure is not excessive and does not adversely affect adjacent properties; and 9. All towers or antennas are designed to meet current building standards and wind load requirements. (Ord. No. 78-90, 12-11-90; Ord. No. 31-01, § 1, 6-19-01; Ord. No. 138-04, § 2(Att. 1), 2-1-05) 709.2 Single-Family and Two-Family Dwelling Requirements. Unless otherwise specified elsewhere in this ordinance, single-family and duplex dwellings shall meet the following requirements: (A) Front yard setback: Twenty (20) feet; (B) Side yard setback: Ten (10) feet; (C) Rear yard setback: Fifteen (15) feet; (D) Minimum lot area; Single-family: Six thousand (6,000) square feet; Two-family: Eight thousand (8,000) square feet; (E) Minimum lot width at building line: Sixty (60) feet; (F) Maximum height of structure: Thirty-five (35) feet from grade (not to exceed three (3) stories); and, (G) Building coverage: Not to exceed thirty-five (35) percent of the lot. (Ord. No. 15-02, § 1, 2-19-02) 709.3 Multifamily Requirements: (A) Front yard setback: Thirty (30) feet; (B) Side yard setback: Twenty (20) feet; (C) Rear yard setback: Shall be twenty (20) feet except where the property adjoins a marsh or ocean, in which case the rear yard setback shall be thirty (30) feet; (D) There shall be a minimum twenty (20) foot separation between structures; (E) The maximum building height is one hundred twenty (120) feet, provided that the requirements of all other applicable ordinances can be met, such as the Airport Height Ordinance. For multifamily projects developed on tracts less than one (1) acre in size, the maximum allowable height shall not exceed sixty (60) feet in height above grade or the base flood elevation (BFE), whichever is greater; (F) Fifty (50) percent of the lot shall be previous surface; (G) Site plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator subject to requirements contained within the Zoning Ordinance, and if not approved, no building permit shall be issued. Site plans shall include landscaping, sign location and surface water drainage plan; (H) Parking shall be in accordance with Ordinance 13-85, the Horry County Parking Standards Ordinance [section 15-86 et seq. of this Code]. (Ord. No. 71-95, § 1, 10-3-95; Ord. No. 62-96, § 1, 5-21-96; Ord. No. 51-99, § 22, 12-7-99; Ord. No. 75-00, § 1, 8-1-00) 709.3.1 Oceanfront and Second Row Multi-Family Development. The following provisions shall apply to lots with less than one (1) acre that are located along the oceanfront or within the second row of properties adjacent to the oceanfront. A. Area, setbacks, separation, height, and lot coverage requirements. TABLE INSET:
B. Site plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator subject to the requirements within the Zoning Ordinance, and if not approved, no building permit shall be issued. Site plans shall include landscaping, sign location, and surface water drainage plan; C. Parking shall be in accordance with Article XI (Parking Standards) of this Code; D. Unit density limits shown in Section 709.5 shall not apply to such developments, provided that structures and parking areas constructed on such lots do not cover more than seventy (70) percent of the site. E. The maximum number of units that may be constructed on oceanfront or second row property under these provisions shall not exceed sixty (60). (Ord. No. 18-02, § 1, 3-26-02) 709.4 Townhouses--Special Requirements. (A) The regulations, as contained in this subsection, shall be applied to townhouses where permitted in any district, in addition to the multi-family requirements. (B) Site plans and design criteria: 1. The front of the structures shall not form long, unbroken lines of row housing, but shall be staggered at the front building lines; 2. Not more than six (6) contiguous townhouses nor fewer than three (3) shall be built on a row with the front line conforming to requirements of section 709.4(B)1; 3. No portion of a townhouse or accessory structure in or related to one (1) group of contiguous townhouses shall be closer than twenty (20) feet to any portion of a townhouse or accessory structure related to another group, or to any building outside the townhouse area; and, 4. Parking shall be in accordance with Ordinance 13-85, the Horry County Parking Ordinance [section 15-86 et seq. of this Code]. 709.5 Multi-Family Density Limits: Net Density: Gross lot area minus area in dedicated public streets. TABLE INSET:
709.6 Conditional Uses: (A) Boarding homes, provided that: 1. There shall be one thousand (1,000) square feet of land area for each rental room; 2. Food service facilities shall accommodate only boarders of said establishment and their guests; Where food is provided there shall be fifty (50) square feet of dining area for each rental room. (B) Publicly owned buildings, facilities, or lands, provided the review as required by Section 6-29-540 of South Carolina State Law is complete. (C) Publicly or privately owned utility substations or sub-installations, including water towers, provided the review as required by Section 6-29-540 of the South Carolina State Law has been completed. (D) Reserved. (E) Private educational facilities, nurseries or day care centers, provided that: 1. Such uses must meet the minimum standards set forth for such facility by the Department of Social Services and other state departments; 2. Reserved; 3. A buffer strip may be required if deemed necessary in order to reduce the noise factor generated by the day care facility; 4. Day/child care centers shall meet the requirements established in section 525. (F) Permanent overnight resident group care homes, nursing homes, provided that: 1. Such uses must meet the minimum standards set forth for such facilities by the department of social services and other federal, state, and local departments which exercise jurisdiction over such facilities. 2. Such use shall be housed in a permanent structure. 3. Such uses shall have a minimum lot area of one (1) acre and meet the net density requirements set forth below: TABLE INSET:
4. Such use shall meet the buffer requirements set forth below: Twenty (20) feet of natural or re vegetated buffer along adjacent residential property lines; and, Thirty (30) feet of natural or re vegetated buffer along adjacent commercial property lines; and, Fifty (50) feet of natural or re vegetated buffer along adjacent industrial property lines; or, a minimum six (6) feet high privacy fence along all such adjacent property lines. 5. Such uses shall be required to maintain a minimum outside recreational area of seventy-five (75) square feet per bed. Group care facilities may be required to place a fence around the recreation area when the planning staff determines that there is a safety concern. 6. Group care homes and nursing homes shall be considered multifamily uses for the purposes of section 790.3. All requirements of section 709.3 shall be met. (G) Reserved. (H) Accessory living quarters, within an existing dwelling or in a separate structure, provided: 1. When accessory living quarters will be in a separate structure, the minimum lot area shall be equal to two (2) times that normally required for the zoning district where the accessory living quarters is proposed. If located in an existing dwelling, the minimum lot area shall be the same as that of the zoning district. 2. The primary dwelling unit shall be owner-occupied. 3. The tenant of the accessory living quarters is a family member of the owner of the primary dwelling unit, as attested to by a sworn statement signed by a Notary Public. 4. The floor space of the accessory living quarters shall be no greater than the primary dwelling unit. 5. The accessory living quarters shall have a bathroom and cooking facilities. 6. The accessory living quarters, if within the primary dwelling unit, may have its own entrance. 7. The construction of the accessory living quarters, within existing structures, shall not alter the appearance or character of the structure. When detached from the primary dwelling unit, it shall be separated by no less than twenty (20) feet or applicable zoning district setbacks. 8. Screening, by fencing or vegetation, is installed to completely block the view from adjacent properties of detached accessory living quarters that are not of like construction (i.e. manufactured home adjacent to a stick-built house). 9. Adequate off-street parking is provided. 10. The conditional use permit for the accessory living quarters shall be renewed every five (5) years to ensure that the units is being used in compliance with these regulations; and 11. Upon permit expiration, manufactured housing units used as accessory living quarters shall be removed from the property within thirty (30) days and the property restored to its pre-permit condition. (Ord. No. 67-88, 4-18-89; Ord. No. 36-94, § 1, 5-17-94; Ord. No. 57-96, § 1, 5-21-96; Ord. No. 137-97, §§ 5, 10, 12-2-97; Ord. No. 51-99, §§ 15, 21, 22, 12-7-99; Ord. No. 26-01, § 1, 3-20-01; Ord. No. 114-01, § 1, 9-4-01; Ord. No. 138-04, § 2(Att. 1), 2-1-05) 709.7Special exceptions. Owing to their potential negative impact on the community, the following use may be approved as a special exception by the Board of Zoning Appeals: (A) Offices subject to the following conditions: 1. That the special exception complies with all applicable development standards. 2. That the special exception will be in substantial harmony with the area in which it is to be located. 3. That the special exception will not be injurious to adjoining property. 4. That the special exception will contribute to the economic vitality and promote the general welfare of the community. 5. That the special exception will not discourage or negate the use of surrounding property for use(s) permitted by right. 6. In granting a special exception, the Board of Zoning Appeals may impose such reasonable and additional stipulations, conditions, or safeguards as, in its judgement, will enhance the siting of the proposed special exception. (Ord. No. 48-00, § 1, 5-16-00) (B) Bed and breakfast establishments (B&Bs) subject to the following conditions: 1. That the special exception complies with all applicable development standards. 2. That the special exception will be in substantial harmony with the area in which it is to be located. 3. That the special exception will not be injurious to adjoining property. 4. That the special exception will contribute to the economic vitality and promote the general welfare of the community. 5. That the special exception will not discourage or negate the use of surrounding property for uses(s) permitted by right. 6. In granting a special exception, the board of zoning appeals may impose such reasonable and additional stipulations, conditions, or safeguards as, in its judgement, will enhance the siting of the proposed special exception. (Ord. No. 87-01, § 1, 7-10-01) 709.8 Other Requirements: (A) All allowed uses shall be required to conform to the standards set forth in Article VIII. (B) Signs permitted in General Residential Districts, including the conditions under which they may be located, are set forth in Article X. (C) Solid waste requirements: In all multi-family developments, the developer is responsible for providing adequate solid waste storage areas and collection. The location of these facilities shall be shown on the site plan an approval is required as stated in subsection 709.3. (Ord. No. 48-00, § 1, 5-16-00)
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Intent. Planned development districts are intended to allow flexibility in development and encourage the use of innovative site planning techniques resulting in developments with improved design, character, and quality which preserve natural and scenic open spaces. A PDD is characterized by a plan that may incorporate housing of different types and densities and compatible commercial, institutional, and industrial developments. Furthermore, a PDD allows for the establishment of dimensional and use requirements unique to the property to accommodate flexibility in the arrangement of uses within the project for the general purpose of promoting and protecting the public health, safety, and general welfare. 721.1 General Provisions: (A) Types of PDDs. Proposals to create a PDD will be classified as either "Major" or "Minor". A "major" PDD may have several land uses that vary in density and intensity and is characterized by detailed phased development plans. A "major" PDD" may be used for large tracts of land where master planning is beneficial to the property owner and the public. A "minor" PDD is less than five (5) acres and is generally established to permit uses in a particular location that if not properly regulated may result in adverse impacts on the surrounding properties. A "minor" PDD generally establishes additional buffering/screening requirements and limits proposed uses to insure that the future use of the site does not adversely impact the surrounding property. (B) Acreage requirement. Establishment of the "major" or "minor" PDD requires rezoning of the proposed site. Table 1 provides the acreage requirements for a PDD. Table 1--Acreage Required TABLE INSET:
(C) Density/use. The density and uses allowed within a PDD shall be as established within the written narrative. The narrative shall include a statement explaining the differences in land uses between the current and the proposed zoning. The PDD narrative shall include a table summarizing the proposed gross and net densities of the proposed PDD. Additionally, the narrative shall include a comparative analysis of the proposed PDD's gross and net densities to the potential gross and net densities under existing zoning. For the purposes of determining gross and net densities, the formula below shall be used: Gross density = the total number of dwelling units / the total project acreage Net density = the total number of dwelling units / the net (buildable) acreage Buildable acreage is defined as: that portion of a tract or parcel of land which can be developed, not including existing platted rights-of-way and utility easements, natural water bodies (streams/lakes), and wetlands under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers unless such wetlands are to be filled upon issuance of a "fill" permit. Wetland buffers may be included as developable acreage, but may not be encroached upon unless specified by a permit and approved development plan. (D) Reserved. (E) Building height. Single-family structures, attached or detached, shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet unless otherwise approved by the planning commission for justifiable cause. Multi-family building heights shall not exceed one hundred eighty (180) feet unless otherwise approved by the planning commission for justifiable cause. Increases in building heights shall be decided on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration current zoning, existing surrounding structures, and the anticipated impact to the area. All other applicable requirements must be met--Parking, airport height restrictions, lot coverage, etc. 721.2 Specific Requirements. In order to qualify for a PDD, the following criteria shall be met: (A) The area proposed for rezoning shall be in one (1) ownership or if in several ownerships, the application for amendment to the zoning ordinance shall be filed jointly by all of the owners. (B) A written narrative and conceptual plan shall be submitted by the applicant or developer for review by the planning commission and approval by the county council. See Sections 721.5 and 721.6 of these regulations for specific narrative and plan requirements. (C) A minimum twenty (20) foot separation shall be maintained between multi-family buildings and a minimum ten (10) foot building separation shall be maintained between single-family detached structures. Accessory structure separations from principal structures associated with either multi-family or single-family structures shall be as determined by appropriate building codes. (D) Sidewalks required. Sidewalks shall be provided within PDDs along roadways in accordance with the current Land Development Regulations. Pedestrian pathways shall be provided in the development to connect amenity areas and open space areas to main pods of development. Sidewalks may be platted as easements or as parcels. Sidewalks shall be constructed to ADA requirements. 721.3 PDD Buffers and Open Space. (A) Perimeter buffer. A twenty-five (25) foot natural buffer shall be provided around the entire perimeter of the proposed PDD Building encroachments shall be prohibited within such buffer; however, stormwater features, bicycle, pedestrian, and equestrian trails, landscape features, and development entrance rights-of-way may be permitted within such buffer. If encroachments are placed within the buffer, the remaining non-disturbed areas shall remain naturally vegetated if proposed infrastructure plans allow such. The following standards shall apply to specific permitted encroachments within the PDD buffer: 1. Amenity features. Active amenity features that are located within the PDD buffer may be counted toward meeting the recreational open space requirements established in subsection (C), below, provided that: (a) The buffer may be platted as an independent parcel of property or is within a platted easement dedicated for open space purposes. (b) The amount of credit given for the active amenity feature located within the buffer is calculated based on the feature's size as determined by its width and linear feet. 2. Stormwater features. Stormwater features located within the PDD buffer are permitted provided that: (a) Applicable maintenance easements are established on the recorded plat to ensure access to the feature. (b) No less than twelve and one-half (12 1/2) feet of buffer area is provided outside the drainage/maintenance easements associated with such features. Improvement of the required buffer shall meet the landscape material requirement of Section 527 of this ordinance. A privacy wall or a four (4) foot high berm with vegetation may be installed in lieu of the natural vegetation of Section 527. If such option is used, the additional buffer area outside the drainage/maintenance easement shall be seven (7) feet. (B) Buffers between dissimilar uses. Internal buffers of no less than fifteen (15) feet shall be installed between dissimilar uses and shall be vegetated in accordance with the plant material requirements enumerated in Section 527 of the zoning ordinance. (C) PDD open space. Generally: PDDs shall include dedicated acreage for open space in accordance with the formula established in subsection (1), below. Open space may include a combination of common and recreational (active or passive) elements as indicated in subsection (2) below, so long as a minimum of twenty-five (25) percent of the recreational elements provided are made up of active features. The use of specific elements shall be at the discretion of the developer. Open space shall be provided in a manner that is sensitive to the design and anticipated use of the proposed development and should be designed to provide maximum benefit to the inhabitants of the development through its central location, when possible. Location of features along the exterior boundary of the PDD is discouraged. 1. Open space calculation formulas. Calculating upland open space requirements: (a) Upland PDD recreational open space: At a minimum, the amount of upland open space within a PDD shall be calculated according to the following formula: A1 = D × 2.3 × 0.01 Where: A1 = the required upland open space area; D = the number of dwelling units in the PDD; Average household density = 2.3 persons; and the Number of acres required per person = 0.01 acres per person. (b) Common PDD open space: A1 = D x 2.3 x 0.01/2 where: A1 = the required common open space area; D = Number of dwelling units in a PDD; Average household density = 2.3 persons; and the Number of acres required per person = 0.01 acres per person. 2. Potential common and recreational open space features. Below are potential common and recreational features that may be included within a PDD to meet the open space acreage requirements of subsection (1), above. The planning commission shall have the authority to approve or require the use of additional features when deemed necessary. In no instance, shall a proposed open space feature be counted as both common and recreational. The proposed feature shall be one (1) or the other. (a) Potential common open space uses include, but are not limited to: (1) Entranceway treatments greater than fifty (50) feet in width that provide development identification signage; (2) Mail centers; (3) Publicly accessible wetlands greater than one-half ( 1/2) acre that are protected by a conservation easement, perpetually filled lakes/stormwater ponds capable of supporting aquatic life or golf courses located entirely within the boundary of the PDD. A developer proposing to use lakes or stormwater ponds to meet the common space requirements must provide certification to the county engineer that such lake or stormwater pond has been designated to be perpetually filled and capable of supporting aquatic life (generally a minimum perpetual water depth of four and one-half (4 1/2) feet from the bottom storage or outlet elevation is required). (b) Potential recreational open space uses include, but are not limited to: (1) Active recreational areas including tot-lots, basketball courts, parks, playgrounds, picnic areas, tennis courts, swimming pools and associated amenity parking and similar uses; (2) Greenways, greenbelts, squares, and village greens. Greenways are linear greenbelts linking residential areas with other open space areas. These greenways may contain bicycle paths, footpaths, and bridle paths; and (3) Natural areas of undisturbed vegetation with maintenance limited to removal of litter, dead trees, plant material, and brush. (4) Recreation features such as beaches, benches, boat ramps, docks, gazebos, walking/nature trails, and similar features that surround wetlands greater than two (2) acres and/or water bodies or systems greater than three (3) acres provided applicable regulatory permits have been obtained. The acreage/square footage of the above noted features may be used to offset the amount of the required recreational open space. In no instance, shall the accompanying wetland or water body be used to offset the required recreational open space. The acreage of the wetland or water bodies, however, may qualify as common open space. (D) Documentation of PDD open space. The provision of open space shall be documented within the written narrative and shown on the conceptual plan. Expected narrative and conceptual plan contents to address this requirement are stated below. 1. Written narrative contents. The written narrative shall explain the intended use of any open space and provide detail as to how such spaces will be accessible, integrated to the overall development and maintained. A single statement indicating that open space will be provided is not acceptable. 2. Conceptual plan content. The conceptual plan shall show all areas intended for open space with their acreage and intended access points. Additionally, a conceptual layout of the equipment or features that will be located in such areas shall be provided as either an attachment to the PDD application or on the conceptual plan. (E) Open space access. Open space shall be accessible to all inhabitants of the development. Access to such features shall be provided through a minimum twenty (20) foot dedicated access points, and not via open storm drainage ditches, swales or easements between or across adjacent properties. Access, however, may be provided via a twenty (20) foot wide easement over a piped storm drainage ditches, swales, or easements, subject to Horry County Engineering approval. Access easements to be shared with improvements adjacent to drainage must be approved by the county. (F) Open space requirement for commercial and industrial PDDs: Commercial and industrial PDDs shall provide a minimum of five (5) percent of the total project area as upland open space. 721.4 PDD Administrative Procedures. Generally. Any request pertaining to the establishment of a "Major" or "Minor" PDD shall be considered an amendment to the zoning ordinance, and shall be administered and processed in accordance with the regulations set forth in Article XV of this ordinance, entitled Amendments. Prior to processing a request to establish a PDD, all data set forth in section 721.6 shall be submitted to the planning department for review and forwarding to the planning commission for a recommendation. The planning commission's recommendation shall be forwarded to county council for final action. If approved by the county council, all information pertaining to the proposal shall be adopted as an amendment to the zoning ordinance and mapped on the Official Zoning Maps for Horry County as a PDD. (A) A building permit shall not be issued until the requirements of subsection 721.7 have been fulfilled. (B) Development within a PDD shall occur in conformance with the standards contained in the approved written narrative and shown on the conceptual plan. In the event it is determined that development is not occurring in accordance with the approved standards, the planning commission, or its designated agent, may suspend further development until such time that the PDD is amended. Amendments to the PDD shall either consist of major or minor amendments as defined in subsection 721.5 of these regulations. (C) County council may require financial guarantees which shall guarantee completion of the improvements set forth in the proposed development plan. Such guarantees may include the submission of a performance bond in the amount determined by county council. (D) For "Major" or "Minor" PDDs, the applicant may elect to develop the site in successive stages. A phasing plan and proposed phase completion schedule shall be submitted along with the application for rezoning showing such stages. The developer shall determine the proposed schedule and may amend it as necessary with the submission of a revised schedule to the planning department for review. Minor changes to the schedule of 12--24 months shall be reviewed by staff, approved by the planning commission and acknowledged by county council by resolution. Major scheduling changes of more than two (2) years must be submitted as amendments to the PDD. Prior to commencing subsequent stages of development, the infrastructure improvements of the previous stage shall be substantially completed before the commencement of development of the next phase. The planning commission may require that development be done in stages if public facilities are not adequate to serve the entire development initially. (E) Deviations greater than twenty-four (24) months from the initial approved phasing plan and/or proposed phase completion schedule. All Planned Development Districts shall commence construction within twenty-four (24) months of the date of approval. The developer shall notify staff regarding projects that have not begun construction within twenty-four (24) months. Proof that activity has occurred may be provided to the planning staff through the following types of documents or similar documentation: 1. Evidence of work performed by professional land planners, architects, engineers, surveyors, and attorneys as evidenced by recorded plats and sealed engineering drawings; 2. A statement providing the total investment made in the property/land, including preliminarily reviewed plans or sealed drawings; 3. Expended funds for costs of on-site and off-site infrastructure improvements to service the property; 4. Documentation of any dedication, of property made to public entities to be used as easements; 5. Whether infrastructure improvements, if any, have been installed and sized to accommodate the uses approved for development of the property; and 6. Documentation indicating the effect the rezoning has had on a mortgage or development loan. Upon review of the aforementioned documentation, the planning staff shall forward the Planning Commission a recommended action on the PDD. The planning commission may grant an extension to the phase completion schedule based upon good cause, as demonstrated by documentation provided by the developer. If the developer does not submit a revised schedule, and subsequently submits plans for review, staff shall not process said plans until such time as the development schedule is satisfactorily revised and approved by the planning commission. If the phase completion schedule or amended phase completion schedule are not complied with and extended for good cause, the county council may take action as deemed necessary to best protect adjoining properties and the public health, safety, and welfare. 721.5 Changes and Modifications: (A) Minor changes: Minor changes in PDDs may be approved by the zoning administrator, provided that such changes: 1. Do not increase the density; 2. Do not change the outside (exterior) boundaries; 3. Do not change any use; however as an example, a change from multifamily residential to single-family residential shall be considered a minor change provided densities are not increased. 4. Do not materially change the location or amount of land devoted to specific land uses; and, 5. Do not significantly change the exterior appearance from those shown on any plans which may be submitted or presented by the developers. 6. Minor changes may include, but are not limited to: minor shifting of the location of buildings, parking, proposed streets, public or private ways, utility easements, parks, or other public open spaces, or other features of the plan. All other changes or modifications not enumerated above shall constitute a major change and will require submittal of the PDD for review as outlined in subsection 721.5 of these regulations. 721.6 PDD Application Contents. Application to establish a PDD shall include the following: 1. Ten (10) copies of a conceptual site plan including the requirements shown in Table 2; 2. Ten (10) copies of an illustrative plan (or plans) including the requirements shown in Table 3; and 3. Ten (10) copies of "PDD Details" shown in Form 1 (Major PDD only. Upon request for Minor PDD). 721.7 Land Development within PDDs. Upon county council approval to establish the PDD, applications for land development shall be permitted. Land development within the district shall conform to the approved conceptual plan and written narrative and shall be reviewed by the planning commission utilizing the procedures established in the Horry County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 18 (Subdivision Development Regulations). 721.8 Recording of the PDD plan and narrative upon county council approval. Once a PDD is approved by county council, the two (2) copies of the approved conceptual plan and written narrative shall be presented to the planning department, within ten (10) days, for recording in the office of the register of deeds.
Table 2. TABLE INSET:
*Illustrative plan refers to a land plan displaying locations of and land devoted to the types of uses to included in the PDD. Illustrative plans may be used as a graphic tool for the planning commission and county council. Typical layouts must be included, showing various product types and phases of development. Given the detailed nature of illustrative plans, they are subject to change. **Conceptual plans allow uses and densities to be depicted in bubble diagrams with depiction of internal roadways (inner-connectivity to be established), and conceptual locations of open space and anticipated future development. Conceptual plans may be submitted for projects greater than one hundred (100) acres. Minor modifications may be made to these plans as long as they do not materially alter the amount of land dedicated to a specific land use or the overall layout of the plan. Major changes to the conceptual plan must be approved by county council as an amendment to the PDD.
Table 3: TABLE INSET:
*Illustrative plan refers to a land plan displaying locations of and land devoted to the types of uses to included in the PDD. Illustrative plans may be used as a graphic tool for the planning commission and county council. Typical layouts must be included, showing various product types and phases of development. Given the detailed nature of illustrative plans, they are subject to change.
Form 1 [by George: I have
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Overlay zones are applied only in conjunction with other zoning districts, and may impose a set of additional requirements or relax a set of requirements imposed by the underlying zoning district. The effect is to have both the overlay zone and the underlying zoning controlling the use and development of the property. Overlay zones are applicable when there is a specific public interest in a geographical area that does not coincide with the primary district boundaries. When a conflict exists between any standards of an overlay established below and those of any other county ordinance the more restrictive standards shall apply. (Ord. No. 9-00, § 1, 3-21-00; Ord. No. 14-02, § 1, 2-19-02) [by George: I have deleted the specific overlay details that follow in the code] Socastee Boulevard Overlay Zone. 723.4. Veteran's Highway Overlay Zone. 723.5. Highway 501, Overlay Zone. 723.6. Temporary Vending Overlay Zones. 723.7. Forestbrook--South Myrtle Beach Area Signage Overlay Zone. 723.8. Highway 544 Overlay Zone. 723.9. Highway 707 Overlay Zone. 723.10. Holmestown Road Overlay Zone.
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736. Conservation/Preservation District (CO1). Intent. The Conservation/Preservation District (CO1) is intended to be used for low impact activities associated with the growing, care, harvesting, and production of trees and timber such as located in forestry management areas and to provide for the conservation of natural areas such as preserves and reserves. Development upon property within this district is restricted to that of a single residence per twenty (20) acres so that minimal development impact occurs. The preservation of pristine areas in, on, or around rivers, flood prone areas, floodways, marshes, wetlands, green belts, greenways, etc. is encouraged in this district. 736.1. Permitted Use[s]. (A) Unlimited accessory uses that are subordinate and incidental to any permitted use below. (B) Federal, state, and municipal parks/preserves. (C) Forestry management areas. (D) Game and wildlife preserves or reserves (may also be called wilderness areas). (E) Game management areas. (F) Nature trails, hiking trails. (G) On-site signage as permitted in Article 10. (H) Private and semi-private fishing/hunting clubs including only one (1) habitable structure (site-built or modular) per twenty (20) acres for accommodations, dining, and meetings. Such cabin/facility shall not be commercially operated. (Ord. No. 138-04, § 2(Att. 1), 2-1-05)
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743. Office-Professional District (PR1)
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Intent.
It is the intent of this section that the Commercial Forest and Agriculture
Zoning District be reserved and utilized for agriculture, forestry,
residential, commercial, social, cultural, recreational and religious uses.
703.1 Permitted Uses.
The following uses shall be permitted in any Commercial Forest Agricultural
District:
(A) Any use permitted in the Limited Forest Agriculture or Forest
Agriculture Districts, except non-commercial personal use buildings.
(B) Commercial and recreational fishing activities including docking and
repair of vessels and minimum necessary processing for shipping of seafood,
not including cooking or canning.
(C) Marinas, including common accessory uses.
(D) Farms, nurseries or other establishments for the growing, care and
handling of field crops, truck gardening products, fruit and/or nut trees.
(E) Social and cultural-religious uses:
1. Private or semi-private clubs, lodges, ranges, union halls or social
centers;
2. Eleemosynary, religious, semi-public or philanthropic institutions or
camps, spiritual centers or retreats;
3. Recreational parks;
4. Cemeteries subject to the provisions of Article 12.
(F) Veterinary offices, animal hospitals and/or boarding facilities
provided all boarding arrangements are maintained within a building and no
noise or odors connected with the operation of the facility is perceptible
beyond the premises. This shall prohibit the use of outside facilities for
grazing and exercise.
(G) Office buildings and banks.
(H) Residential uses: single-family dwellings and mobile homes.
(I) Wildlife refuges including single-family dwellings for caretakers
employed to maintain and protect the refuge.
(J) Golf courses.
(K) Railroad depots.
(L) Retail stores including but not limited to grocery stores, pharmacies,
florists, and ABC stores.
(M) Business involving the rendering of personal or professional services
or the repair and servicing of small equipment, including but not limited
to: appliance repair shops, dressmakers, locksmiths or gunsmiths shop,
laundromats, cleaners, photography studio, barber and beauty shops, and
schools offering instruction in art, music, dancing, fitness and similar
activities.
(N) Nonadult video stores (does not include video poker).
(O) Restaurants, including drive-ins and drive-throughs.
(P) Signs in accordance with Article X.
(Q) Accessory uses.
(R) Campers or recreation vehicles subject to the special provisions of
Article 12.
(S) Churches, synagogues, temples, and other places of worship subject to
the provisions of Article 12.
(Ord. No. 157-02, § 2, 12-17-02; Ord. No. 138-04, § 2(Att. 1), 2-1-05; Ord.
No. 12-05, § 2, 2-15-05)
703.2 Conditional Uses.
The following uses shall be permitted on a conditional basis in any
Commercial Forest/Agricultural District:
(A) Stands, shelter or vehicles for the retail sales of seasonal
agricultural produce, shrimp and ice provided that:
1. Temporary stands, shelters or vehicles must obtain a Certificate of
Zoning Compliance annually;
2. All stands, shelters, mobile sales must meet South Carolina DHEC
regulations;
3. Off-site temporary stand, shelters or vehicles may meet a minimum front
yard setback of twenty (20) feet if the stand, shelter or vehicle is
completely removed after the produce season;
4. Off-site stands or shelters that remain on the property where the
zoning district permits it and are not disassembled after the produce/shrimp
season, must meet the setbacks of the zoning district in which they are
located;
5. A minimum of four (4) parking spaces must be provided and suitably
maintained;
6. The size of such stands or shelters shall not exceed three hundred
(300) square feet;
7. Mobile shrimp and produce sales may not be located within two thousand
(2,000) feet of a permanent business specifically owned or leased for the
purpose of selling seafood or produce;
8. Stands, shelter or vehicles erected on properties where the owner of
said properties are growing seasonal produce are not required to obtain a
Certificate of Zoning Compliance provided that sections 702.2(B), 2., 3., 4.
and 5. above are met.
9. Ingress and egress of vehicle traffic shall not create a hazard for
traffic on an adjacent street; and
10. Signage for produce stands shall obtain a temporary sign permit
meeting the following:
(a) Temporary stands, shelters or vehicles shall be allowed no more than
one (1) temporary ground sign on-site and be no larger than forty (40)
square feet.
(b) All signage must be set back ten (10) feet from the paved portion of
the road and out of the highway right-of-way.
(c) Temporary signs shall be permitted off-site provided;
1. Only two (2) signs in one (1) road direction from the stand site shall
be allowed or one (1) sign per road direction;
2. The sign(s) are no larger than twenty-five (25) square feet;
3. The signs(s) are placed no further than two thousand (2,000) linear
feet from the stand site;
4. The sign(s) are not placed in the highway right-of-way; and
5. Not placed on utility poles, trees, fences, other state authorized
signs, rocks or natural appurtenances.
(d) All signage associated with existing produce stands shall come into
compliance within ninety (90) days of the adoption of this Ordinance.
(B) Publicly owned buildings, facilities, or lands, provided the review as
required by Section 6-29-540 of South Carolina State Law is complete.
(C) Publicly or privately owned utility substations, sub-installations,
and combination office and maintenance/storage facilities, including water
towers, provided that:
1. The requirements of section 516 of the zoning ordinance and Chapter 13,
Article 3 (Noise Control) of the County Code are met;
2. The facility is reviewed and approved as required by Section 6-29-540
of the South Carolina State Law;
3. A site plan of the proposed facilities approved by the Planning
Commission in accordance with the provisions of the Horry County Land
Development Regulations.
(D) Facilities for the raising, care and handling of animals and
livestock, provided that:
1. Such use is located on a lot of not less than one and one-half (1 1/2)
acres.
2. Stable or shelter, manure piles, pits or bins shall meet a sixty (60)
foot front setback, a twenty-five (25) foot side setback and a forty (40)
foot rear setback.
3. If operated for commercial purposes, minimum lot size shall be three
(3) acres.
(E) Airfields together with subordinate uses and radio and/or television
stations and transmission towers provided that such use complies with any
adopted standards for communication towers.
(F) Hardware stores with outdoor storage provided it is screened from
adjacent road rights-of-way and adjacent developed property.
(G) Bakeries provided that goods baked on the premises are sold only on
the premises.
(H) Motor vehicle service stations provided all pumps are set back at
least twenty-five (25) feet from the right-of-way line of the street and
storage and/or service areas are separated from adjoining properties by a
suitable planting screen fence or wall at least six (6) feet in height.
Where wrecker service is provided, wrecked or disabled vehicles with current
license plates may be stored on the premises, provided that the maximum
number of vehicles shall not exceed ten (10).
(I) Garages for the major repair of motor vehicles or farm equipment
provided all operations are conducted within a fully enclosed building.
Servicing shall be conducted in a proper manner so that the area can be
cleaned, etc.; and provided that any open storage of junked vehicles,
dismantled parts, scrap parts, or other salvage including disabled vehicles
is screened from adjacent land owners and road rights-of-way by a six (6)
foot high privacy fence or wall.
(J) Convenience stores provided that all gas pumps are set back at least
twenty-five (25) feet from the right-of-way line of any street.
(K) Trade shops of all kinds, including cabinet, carpentry, electrical,
plumbing, heating and air conditioning, welding sheet metal and machine
shops and exterminations shops; provided that such uses shall not produce
noise, vibration, smoke, gas fumes, odor, dust, fire hazards, dangerous
radiation or any other conditions which constitute a nuisance beyond the
premises. All uses and work shall be conducted entirely within a fully
enclosed structure.
(L) Private educational facilities, nurseries or day care centers,
provided that:
1. Such uses meet the minimum standards set forth for such facilities by
the Department of Social Services and other state departments; and
2. All day care centers must adhere to the standards contained in section
525 of this ordinance.
(M) Reserved.
(N) Permanent overnight residential group care homes, nursing homes,
provided that:
1. Such use meets the minimum standards set for such facilities by the
Department of Social Service and other state, federal and local departments
which exercise jurisdiction over s such facilities;
2. Such use is housed in permanent nature; and
3. Such use shall have a minimum lot area of one (1) acre and meet the net
density requirements set forth below:
Minimum Lot Area Requirements in Square Feet Per Room
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