§ 420-11.3 B (Bed-and-breakfast)

Bed-and-breakfast establishments are permitted solely to provide lodging and breakfast accommodations. Additional activities, including receptions, parties and other events, are not permitted unless specifically authorized by the conditional use permit.

Every room occupied for sleeping purposes shall comply with Uniform Statewide Building Code.

The operator shall hold a valid business license from the City and, where applicable, a permit from the Department of Health.

Guest rooms shall not have cooking facilities.

Existing structures and landscaping determined to contribute to the character of the neighborhood shall not be removed.

No changes shall be made to the building exterior that would detract from its appearance as a family dwelling.

Bed-and-breakfasts are to be integrated into the residential fabric of the neighborhood in which they are located.

Landscaping, buffers and/or fences shall be in compliance with Article XIV of this chapter.

Bed-and-breakfasts shall only be permitted in existing structures and may not increase the size of the structure, including accessory structures, by more than 25% of the original square footage.

The maximum stay for a guest shall be 14 days.

Whenever there are guests on the property, the owner of a bed-and-breakfast establishment must reside on the property, or alternatively, the owner(s) may live on an immediately adjacent parcel.

A registration book must be maintained for one year and be made available for review by the City upon request.

Off-street parking shall be provided in compliance with Article XII of this chapter. The physical and aesthetic impact of required off-street parking shall not be detrimental to the existing character of the house and lot or to the surrounding neighborhood.

Off-street parking shall be screened from surrounding family residences by landscaping or fencing which is compatible with the neighborhood.

Signage must comply with Article XIII of this chapter.