Definitions 17.3 Use Definitions
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instruction and training in the arts; production rehearsal; photography, and the processing of photographs produced only by users of the studio facilities; martial arts training studios; gymnastics, yoga, and similar instruction; and aerobics and gymnastics studios with no other fitness facilities or equipment. TEMPORARY USE A land use on an individual parcel or site established for a limited and fixed period of time for a purpose which may not normally be permitted in a zoning district, or which does not meet all zoning requirements, but which is necessary in special situations. THEATER, INDOOR MOVIE OR LIVE PERFORMANCE A specialized theater for showing movies or motion pictures on a projection screen or a stage for live performances. This category also includes cineplexes and megaplexes, complex structures with multiple movie theaters, each theater capable of an independent performance. THEATER, OUTDOOR An establishment for the performing arts with open-air seating for audiences. THEATER, DRIVE-IN A specialized outdoor theater for showing movies or motion pictures on a projection screen where patrons view movies from their vehicles. UTILITIES Publicly or privately owned facilities or systems for the distribution of gas, electricity, steam, or water, the collection, treatment and disposal of sewage or refuse; the transmission of communications; of similar functions necessary for the provision of public services. Radio transmission facilities less than 180 feet in height for use by ham radio operators or two- way radio facilities for business or governmental communications shall be deemed accessory uses and not utilities. Utilities are divided into 3 classes: Class 1: Transmission and collection lines (above and below ground) including electrical, natural, gas, waste water collection/transmission, and water distribution lines; pumping stations, lift stations, and telephone switching facilities (up to 200 sq. ft). Class 2: Elevated water storage tanks; water and wastewater package treatment plants, telephone switching facilities (over 200 sq.
ft), substations, or other similar facilities in connection with telephone, electric, steam, and water facilities. Class 3: Generation, production, or treatment facilities such as power plants, water and sewage plants (greater than 0.3 mgd), and landfills. VEHICLE RENTAL/LEASING/SALES Establishments which may have showrooms or open lots for selling, renting, or leasing automobiles, light trucks, motorcycles, and ATVs. VEHICLE RENTAL/LEASING – MOVING TRUCKS Establishments exclusively for renting or leasing trucks, vans, and trailers for moving furniture and other goods. VEHICLE SERVICES – MAJOR REPAIR/BODY WORK The repair, servicing, alteration, restoration, towing, painting, cleaning, or finishing of automobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles, boats, large appliances, commercial and industrial equipment, and other vehicles as a primary use, including the incidental wholesale and retail sale of vehicle parts as an accessory use. This includes major repair and body work which encompasses towing, collision repair, other body work and painting services, and tire recapping. VEHICLE SERVICES – MINOR MAINTENANCE/REPAIR The repair, servicing, alteration, restoration, towing painting, cleaning, or finishing of automobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles, boats, and other vehicles as a primary use, including the incidental wholesale and retail sale of vehicle parts as an accessory use. Minor facilities providing limited repair and maintenance services. Examples include: car washes, attended and self-service; car stereo and alarm system installers; detailing services; muffler and radiator shops; quick-lube services; tire and battery sales and installation (not including recapping). VETERINARY SERVICES Establishments that include services by licensed practitioners of veterinary medicine, dentistry, or surgery for animals; boarding services for pets; and grooming. WHOLESALING AND DISTRIBUTION Establishments engaged in selling merchandise to retailers; to contractors, industrial,
Town of Wake Forest Unified Development Ordinance – July 19, 2022
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