§ 25-2-864. MARKET GARDENS.

(A)

This section applies to a market garden use.

(B)

A market garden is allowed within the critical water quality zone if it meets the requirements in 25-8-261 ( Critical Water Quality Zone Development ) for sustainable urban agriculture or a community garden.

(C)

A site area for a market garden shall not be more than one acre.

(D)

A dwelling unit must be located on the site.

(E)

The number of dwellings units on a site may not exceed the number of dwelling units allowed under the base zoning district regulations. A market garden is a permitted use in all base zoning districts.

(F)

Raising of fowl, rabbits, and aquatic foods using aquaponic systems is permitted in accordance with Chapter 3-2 ( Restrictions on Animals ) of the City Code. On-site slaughtering, processing or composting of animals is not permitted.

(G)

The use of synthetic inputs is prohibited. An Integrated Pest Management Plan, developed in accordance with the Environmental Criteria Manual and approved by the director, must be followed.

(H)

Water conservation practices must be followed, at minimum in accordance with Chapter 6-4 ( Water Conservation ) of the City Code.

(I)

Agricultural products produced on-site may be sold from the site or distributed off-site to buyers. On-site farm stands are not permitted. Sales must be conducted out of sight of the general public on the property. No more than three customer-related trips per day are permitted.

(J)

Employees are permitted. The maximum number of full-time employees is one. This does not include the property owner.

(K)

The residential character of the lot and dwelling must be maintained.

(L)

For a market garden use, a sign is permitted in accordance with Chapter 25-10-155 ( Urban Farm Sign ).

(M)

Agricultural education activities do not require a temporary use permit.

Source: Ord. 20131121-105, Pt. 4, 3-21-14 .