Discussion and Review of Tiffin Municipal Code Revisions – Preparation for Setting the Public Hearing — Tiffin City Code - DRAFT

CHAPTER 166 ESTABLISHMENT OF ZONING DISTRICTS AND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP O. Radiation Hazards. The handling of radioactive materials, the discharge of such materials into air and water, and the disposal of radioactive wastes shall not be allowed in the C-1A District. P. Fire and Explosive Hazards (1) The provisions of Section 93.143-156 of the Code of Iowa shall be complied with, and no explosives shall be stored, used, or manufactured without first requesting approval of the City, and the use must receive a certificate of compliance from both the State and the Tiffin Fire Association. (2) No gasoline, other inflammables or explosives shall be stored unless the location, plans, and construction conform to the laws and regulations of the State and have the approval of both the Department of Public Safety and the Tiffin Fire Association. Q. Glare and Heat. Every use and activity shall be operated so that it does not emit heat or heated air beyond the boundary of the lot on which it is located. No direct or sky-reflected glare shall emanate from any use or activity that is visible at any point on or beyond the boundary of the lot on which such activity is located. This restriction does not apply to signs otherwise permitted by the provisions of the Zoning Code or other applicable ordinances, not to activities of a temporary or of an emergency nature, or to night lighting necessary for safety and the protection of property. R. Electromagnetic Interference. There shall be no electromagnetic interference that adversely affects the operation of any equipment other than that belonging to the creator of such interference, or that does not conform to the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission. 16. Design Standards. All business establishments and activities must conform to the design standards established for the C-1A District. A. Buildings shall have color schemes that are based on earth tones or other compatible colors unless special permission is granted by the Zoning Administrator. B. Building design shall be visually harmonious and compatible with the neighborhood character. C. Buildings located on property with multiple frontages shall have similar design facing all streets. D. Buildings shall have consistent architectural style throughout the development on each lot. E. External mechanical equipment shall be incorporated into the design such that it does not detract from the aesthetics of the site and buildings. F. All roof equipment shall be screened pursuant to Chapter 169 of this Zoning Code. G. Reflective surfaces that may cause glare or traffic hazards are not acceptable. [The next page is 1633] CODE OF ORDINANCES, TIFFIN, IOWA - 1628 -