1989-04 Creating Chapter 17.15 Natural Use Zoning DistrictOrdinance No. 89 -04 -0
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
ORDINANCE NO. 89 -04 -0
Mayor Selby
P&Z Commission
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3/02/89
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH ASSEMBLY
CREATING CHAPTER 17.15 NATURAL USE ZONING DISTRICT
The Kodiak Island Borough Assembly hereby ordains that:
Section 1: This ordinance is of a general and permanent nature
and shall become a part of the KIB Code of Ordinances.
Section 2. Title 17 is amended by adding a new chapter to read:
Chapter 17.15
NU- NATURAL USE ZONING DISTRICT
Sections:
x.010 Description and Intent.
17.15.020 Permitted Principal Uses and Structures.
17.15.030 Permitted Accessory Uses and Structures.
17.15.040 Conditional Uses.
17.15.050 Minimum Lot Area and Width Requirements
17.15.060 Maximum Lot Coverage for Structures.
17.15.070 Maximum Height of Structures.
17.15.080 Setbacks from Property Lines.
17.15.090 Special District Regulations.
17.15.100 Fences, Parking, and Signs.
17.15.010 Description and Intent. The Natural Use (NU) Zoning
District is established for the purpose of protecting the natural environment,
including fish and wildlife habitat and water quality and quantity, while
providing for the human use of fish, wildlife, and plant resources. This
zoning district is also designed to: (1) protect trails on public lands; (2)
protect waterways and their banks; and (3) discourage development by pro-
hibiting the construction of most structures in this zoning district.
17.15.020 Permitted Principal Uses and Structures.
A. Fish, wildlife, or habitat enhancement and /or rehabilitation projects
(nonstructural).
B. Hunting, fishing, trapping, and plant gathering activities.
C. Passive recreation activities (photography, hiking, camping, cross
country skiing, horseback riding, etc.).
D. Pedestrian trails and trail systems.
E. Public coastal docking facilities.
17.15.030 Permitted Accessory Uses and Structures. None are estab-
lished for this district.
17.15.040 Conditional Uses.
A. Communication facilities.
B. Public recreational cabins.
C. Recreational support structures (e.g., picnic shelters, etc.)
D. Road and utility installations.
E. Structures which enhance the intent of the natural use district
(e.g., fish, wildlife, or habitat enhancement and /or rehabilitation
structures, fish ladders, hatcheries, etc.).
17.15.050 Minimum Lot Area and Width Requirements. Minimum lot area
and width will be specified as a condition of approval for approved conditional
uses based on the specific request.
17.15.060 Maximum Lot Coverage for Structures. Maximum lot coverage
for structures will be specified as a condition of approval for approved condi-
tional uses based on the specific request.
17.15.070 Maximum Height of Structures. Maximum height for struc-
tures will be specified as a condition of approval for approved conditional
uses based on the specific request.
17.15.080 Setbacks from Property Lines. Setbacks from property lines
will be specified as a condition of approval for approved conditional uses
based on the specific request.
17.15.090 Special District Regulations. Approved conditional uses in
this district will conform to the following performance standards:
A. Conditional uses must support a public need.
B. Conditional uses must minimize the impact on the natural environ-
ment and shall preserve, to the maximum extent feasible and pru-
dent, natural features. Specifically:
1. Conditional uses in upland habitats must retain natural vegeta-
tion coverage, natural drainage patterns, prevent excessive
runoff and erosion, and maintain surface water quality and
natural groundwater recharge areas; and
2. Conditional uses in estuaries, tideflats, and wetlands must
assure water flow, natural circulation patterns, and adequate
nutrient and oxygen levels.
C. Although a particular conditional use may constitute a minor
change, the cumulative effect of numerous piecemeal changes can
result in a major impairment of the environment. The particular
site for which a conditional use application is made will be evaluated
with the recognition that it may be part of a complete and interre-
lated environmental area.
17.15.100 Fences, Parking, and Signs. Fences, parking areas, and
signs are permitted when they are necessary for the use of the property for
, a permitted and /or approved conditional use.
*Feasible and prudent means consistent with sound engineering practices
and not causing environmental, social, or economic problems that outweigh the
public benefit to be derived from compliance with the condition which is
modified by the term "feasible and prudent."
ATTEST:
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 2nd DAY OF MARCH, 1989.
KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
Ordinance No. 89 -04-0
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