Township of Muhlenberg, PA Article IV Zoning District Regulations

§ 355-16 Statement of intent.

The intent of Article IV of this chapter is to assign a list of uses which are permitted by right, special exception and conditional use for each zoning district, as well as establish the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements for each permitted use. The provisions of Article IV are intended to be generally consistent with the Muhlenberg Township Comprehensive Plan of 2003. Where appropriate, special provisions shall be designated to the permitted uses by reference to other sections of this chapter.

§ 355-17 R-1 Low Density Residential District.

A. Purpose. The R-1 Zoning District generally contains areas with low-density residential uses, woodlands, steep slopes, stream valleys and agricultural land areas. Subdivision and land development activity should be carefully planned and limited based upon the existing road system, utility provisions and environmentally sensitive land areas. Conservation management practices should be encouraged to preserve or maintain the existing natural features, habitats and resources.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the R-1 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) General agricultural uses, subject to § 355-79 of the chapter.

(3) Public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(4) Municipal uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(5) Category 1 home occupation (also known as "no-impact home-based business"), subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

(6) Category 2 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(7) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

(8) Conservational uses.

(9) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs) subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the R-1 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family residential cluster development, subject to § 355-49 of the chapter.

(2) Group home, subject to § 355-50 of the chapter.

(3) Group institutional use, subject to § 355-51 of the chapter.

(4) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(5) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs) subject to § 355-83B(5).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

D. Permitted uses by special exception. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the R-1 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Bed-and-breakfast, tourist, rooming house/boardinghouse, subject to § 355-54 of the chapter.

(2) Family day-care home, subject to § 355-61 of the chapter.

(3) Educational uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(4) Religious uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(5) Hospital or medical center, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following page[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the R-1 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix charts, providing utility and dimensional requirements, are included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All typical accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the R-1 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that: they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter. The following chart summarizes the minimum setback requirements.

R-1 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	10	10	§ 355-90A
	Non-residential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	20	20	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the R-1 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the R-1 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the R-1 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the R-1 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the R-1 Zoning District.

§ 355-18 R-2 Low to Medium Density Residential District.

A. Purpose. The R-2 Zoning District generally contains areas with low- to medium-density residential uses, woodlands, stream valleys and agricultural land areas, as well as public, municipal and institutional uses. Subdivision and land development activity should be carefully planned and encouraged as either infill development or to serve as a transition between areas of low to medium residential densities. Conservation management practices should be encouraged to preserve or maintain the existing natural features, habitats and resources.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the R-2 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) General agricultural uses, subject to § 355-79 of the chapter.

(3) Public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(4) Municipal uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(5) Category 1 home occupation (also known as "no-impact home-based business"), subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

(6) Category 2 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(7) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

(8) Conservational uses.

(9) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs) subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the R-2 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family residential cluster development, subject to § 355-49 of the chapter.

(2) Group home, subject to § 355-50 of the chapter.

(3) Group institution, subject to § 355-51 of the chapter.

(4) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(5) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(5).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

D. Permitted uses by special exception. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the R-2 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Tourist, bed-and-breakfast, rooming house/boardinghouse, subject to § 355-54 of the chapter.

(2) Family day-care home, subject to § 355-61 of the chapter.

(3) Educational uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(4) Religious uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(5) Hospital or medical center, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(6) Convalescent homes and nursing homes, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(7) Veterinary hospital and animal clinics, subject to § 355-72 of the chapter.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following page[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the R-2 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix chart providing utility and dimensional requirements is included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All typical accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the R-2 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that: they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

R-2 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	3	3	§ 355-90A
	Non-residential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	5	5	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the R-2 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the R-2 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the R-2 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the R-2 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the R-2 Zoning District.

§ 355-19 R-3 Medium Density Residential District.

A. Purpose. The R-3 Zoning District generally contains areas with medium-density residential uses, woodlands, stream valleys, steep slopes and agricultural land areas, as well as public, municipal and institutional uses. Subdivision and land development activity should be carefully planned and encouraged as either infill development or to serve as a transition between areas of low to high residential densities. Conservation management practices should be encouraged to preserve or maintain the existing natural features, habitats and resources features.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the R-3 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) Single-family semidetached dwelling unit, subject to § 355-43 of the chapter.

(3) General agricultural uses, subject to § 355-79 of the chapter.

(4) Public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(5) Municipal uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(6) Category 1 home occupation (also known as "no-impact home-based business"), subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

(7) Category 2 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(8) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

(9) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the R-3 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family residential cluster development, subject to § 355-49 of the chapter.

(2) Group home, subject to § 355-50 of the chapter.

(3) Group institution, subject to § 355-51 of the chapter

(4) Age-qualified retirement communities, subject to § 355-53 of the chapter.

(5) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(6) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(5).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

D. Permitted uses by special exception. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the R-3 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Family day-care home, subject to § 355-61 of the chapter.

(2) Educational uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(3) Religious uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(4) Hospital or medical center, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(5) Convalescent homes and nursing homes, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following page[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the R-3 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix chart providing utility and dimensional requirements is included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All typical accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the R-3 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that: they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

R-3 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	3	3	§ 355-90A
	Non-residential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	5	5	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the R-3 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the R-3 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the R-3 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the R-3 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the R-3 Zoning District.

§ 355-20 R-4 Medium to High Density Residential District.

A. Purpose. The R-4 Zoning District generally contains areas with medium- to high-density residential uses, stream valleys, carbonate geological zones, as well as public, municipal and institutional uses. Subdivision and land development activity should be carefully planned and encouraged as either infill development or to serve as a transition between areas of medium to high residential densities. Conservation management practices should be encouraged to preserve or maintain the existing natural features, habitats and resources features.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the R-4 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) Single-family semidetached dwelling unit, subject to § 355-43 of the chapter.

(3) Two-family detached units, subject to § 355-44 of the chapter.

(4) Multifamily townhouse unit development containing 10 or fewer townhouse units, subject to § 355-46 of the chapter.

(5) Public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(6) Municipal uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(7) Category 1 home occupation (also known as "no-impact home-based business"), subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

(8) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

(9) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the R-4 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Multifamily townhouse unit development containing more than 10 townhouse units, subject to § 355-47 of the chapter.

(2) Single-family residential cluster development, subject to § 355-49 of the chapter.

(3) Group home, subject to § 355-50 of the chapter.

(4) Group institution, subject to § 355-51 of the chapter.

(5) Age-qualified retirement communities, subject to § 355-53 of the chapter.

(6) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(7) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(5).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

D. Permitted uses by special exception. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the R-4 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Family day-care home, subject to § 355-61 of the chapter.

(2) Educational uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(3) Religious uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(4) Convalescent homes and nursing homes, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following page[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the R-4 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix chart providing utility and dimensional requirements is included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All typical accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the R-4 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that: they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

R-4 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	3	3	§ 355-90A
	Non-residential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	3	3	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the R-4 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the R-4 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the R-4 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the R-4 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the R-4 Zoning District.

§ 355-21 R-5 High Density Residential District.

A. Purpose. The R-5 Zoning District generally contains areas with high-density and multifamily residential uses, stream valleys, carbonate geological zones, as well as public, municipal and institutional uses. Subdivision and land development activity should be carefully planned and encouraged as either infill development or for the logical expansion of existing high residential areas. Conservation management practices should be encouraged to preserve or maintain the existing natural features, habitats and resources features.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the R-5 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) Single-family semidetached dwelling unit, subject to § 355-43 of the chapter.

(3) Two-family detached units, subject to § 355-44 of the chapter.

(4) Multifamily townhouse unit development containing 10 or fewer townhouse units, subject to § 355-46 of the chapter.

(5) Public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(6) Municipal uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(7) Category 1 home occupation (also known as "no-impact home-based business"), subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

(8) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

(9) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the R-5 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Multifamily townhouse unit development containing more than 10 townhouse units, subject to § 355-47 of the chapter.

(2) Multifamily apartment unit development, subject to § 355-48 of the chapter.

(3) Group home, subject to § 355-50 of the chapter.

(4) Group institution, subject to § 355-51 of the chapter.

(5) Age-qualified retirement communities, subject to § 355-53 of the chapter.

(6) Student housing or dormitories, subject to § 355-57 of the chapter.

(7) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(8) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(5).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

D. Permitted uses by special exception. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the R-5 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Family day-care home, subject to § 355-61 of the chapter.

(2) Educational uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(3) Religious uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(4) Convalescent homes and nursing homes, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following page[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the R-5 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix chart providing utility and dimensional requirements is included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All typical accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the R-5 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that: they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

R-5 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	3	3	§ 355-90A
	Non-residential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	3	3	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the R-5 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the R-5 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the R-5 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the R-5 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the R-5 Zoning District.

§ 355-22 C-1 Village District.

A. Purpose. The C-1 Zoning District generally contains areas with low-profile commercial uses as well as municipal, governmental, institutional, and medium- to high-density residential uses within developed neighborhoods. Subdivision and land development activity should be carefully planned and encouraged as infill development. All uses should be served by a road system and public utilities with sufficient capacities. Redevelopment or conversions should be considered to accommodate new business opportunities and enhance economic development opportunities.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the C-1 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) Single-family semidetached dwelling unit, subject to § 355-43 of the chapter.

(3) Multifamily townhouse unit development containing 10 or fewer townhouse units, subject to § 355-46 of the chapter.

(4) Public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(5) Municipal and governmental uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(6) Category 1 home occupation (also known as "no-impact home-based business"), subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

(7) Category 2 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(8) Retail business establishments.

(9) Business and professional offices.

(10) Restaurants without drive-through service lanes.

(11) Taverns and taprooms.

(12) Club or lodge.

(13) Personal service establishments.

(14) Banks and financial establishments.

(15) Funeral homes.

(16) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

(17) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

[Added at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the C-1 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Group home, subject to § 355-51 of the chapter.

(2) Group institutions, subject to § 355-50 of the chapter.

(3) Age-qualified retirement communities, subject to § 355-53 of the chapter.

(4) Convenience store or mini market, subject to § 355-60 of the chapter.

(5) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(6) Multifamily townhouse unit development containing more than 10 townhouse units, subject to § 355-47 of the chapter.

(7) Adaptive reuse and redevelopment, subject to § 355-37 of the chapter.

(8) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(5).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

D. Permitted uses by special exception. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the C-1 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Mixed-use commercial and residential, subject to § 355-56 of this chapter.

(2) Adult day-care center, subject to § 355-61 of this chapter.

(3) Child day-care center, subject to § 355-61 of this chapter.

(4) Educational uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(5) Religious uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(6) Convalescent homes and nursing homes, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following page[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the C-1 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix chart providing utility and dimensional requirements is included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All typical accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the C-1 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that: they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

C-1 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	3	3	§ 355-90A
	Nonresidential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	3	3	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the C-1 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the C-1 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the C-1 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the C-1 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the C-1 Zoning District.

§ 355-23 C-2 Shopping Center Commercial District.

A. Purpose. The C-2 Zoning District generally contains areas with high-profile commercial uses within unified and centralized shopping centers, which provide opportunities to accommodate the regional needs of the community. Subdivision and land development activity should be carefully planned and encouraged as infill development. The uses should be served by an arterial road system and by public utilities with sufficient capacities. Redevelopment, revitalization and innovative development opportunities should be considered to accommodate new business opportunities and to enhance economic development opportunities.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the C-2 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) Public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(3) Municipal or governmental uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(4) Category 1 home occupation (also known as "no-impact home-based business"), subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

(5) Category 2 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(6) Retail business establishments.

(7) Business and professional offices.

(8) Restaurants without drive-through service lanes.

(9) Taverns and taprooms.

(10) Club or lodge.

(11) Theater or family entertainment complex.

(12) Personal service establishments.

(13) Banks and financial establishments.

(14) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

(15) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

[Added at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the C-2 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Convenience store or mini market, subject to § 355-60 of the chapter.

(2) Mini malls, subject to § 355-63 of the chapter.

(3) Shopping centers or shopping malls, subject to § 355-63 of the chapter.

(4) Commercial drive-through establishments, subject to § 355-70 of the chapter.

(5) Hotels and motels.

(6) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(7) Adaptive reuse and redevelopment, subject to § 355-37 of the chapter.

(8) Telecommunications facilities (WCFs) subject to § 355-83B(5) and C(1), (2) and (3) of the chapter.

[Amended 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

(9) Dispensaries for medical marijuana, subject to § 355-86 hereof.

[Added 11-21-2016 by Ord. No. 563]

D. Permitted uses by special exception. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the C-2 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Child day-care center, subject to § 355-61 of this chapter.

(2) Adult day-care center, subject to § 355-61 of this chapter.

(3) Educational uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(4) Religious uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(5) Hospital or medical center.

(6) Veterinary hospital and animal clinics, subject to § 355-72 of the chapter.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following page[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the C-2 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix chart providing utility and dimensional requirements is included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All typical accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the C-2 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

C-2 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	10	10	§ 355-90A
	Non-residential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	20	20	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the C-2 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the C-2 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the C-2 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the C-2 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the C-2 Zoning District.

§ 355-24 C-3 Highway Commercial District.

A. Purpose. The C-3 Zoning District generally contains areas with high-profile commercial uses located along arterial highways, which provide opportunities to accommodate pass-through traffic within the region. Subdivision and land development activity should be carefully planned and encouraged as infill development. The uses should be served by arterial roads with sufficient accessibility that does not limit mobility and by public utilities with sufficient capacities. Redevelopment, revitalization and innovative development alternatives should be considered to accommodate new business opportunities and to enhance economic development opportunities.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the C-3 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) Public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(3) Municipal uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(4) Category 1 home occupation (also known as "no-impact home-based business"), subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

(5) Category 2 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(6) Retail business establishments.

(7) Business and professional offices.

(8) Restaurants without drive-through service lanes.

(9) Taverns and taprooms.

(10) Club or lodge.

(11) Theater or family entertainment complex.

(12) Commercial greenhouse or nursery.

(13) Personal service establishments.

(14) Banks and financial establishments.

(15) Funeral homes.

(16) Equipment rental business.

(17) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

(18) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

[Added at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the C-3 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Mini malls, subject to § 355-63 of the chapter.

(2) Convenience stores or mini markets, subject to § 355-60 of the chapter.

(3) Commercial drive-through establishments, subject to § 355-70 of the chapter.

(4) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(5) Hotels and motels.

(6) Adaptive reuse and redevelopment, subject to § 355-37 of the chapter.

(7) Telecommunications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(5) and C(1), (2) and (3) of the chapter.

[Amended 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

(8) Dispensaries for medical marijuana, subject to § 355-86 hereof.

[Added 11-21-2016 by Ord. No. 563]

D. Permitted uses by special exception. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the C-3 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Child day-care center, subject to § 355-61 of this chapter.

(2) Adult day-care center, subject to § 355-61 of this chapter.

(3) Automobile service stations, subject to § 355-64 of the chapter.

(4) Automobile sales, subject to § 355-64 of the chapter.

(5) Adult business and entertainment uses, subject to § 355-68 of the chapter.

(6) Commercial campgrounds, subject to § 355-68 of the chapter.

(7) Educational uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(8) Religious uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(9) Veterinary hospital and animal clinics, subject to § 355-72 of the chapter.

(10) Wagering and gambling establishments.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following pages[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the C-3 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix chart providing utility and dimensional requirements is included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All typical accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the C-3 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

C-3 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	10	10	§ 355-90A
	Nonresidential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	20	20	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the C-3 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the C-3 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the C-3 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the C-3 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the C-3 Zoning District.

§ 355-25 I-1 Limited Industrial District.

A. Purpose. The I-1 Zoning District generally contains areas with limited or light industrial uses which provide opportunities to accommodate the regional needs of the community. The areas zoned as I-1 are generally located within close proximity to arterial roads, expressway, utilities and/or rail facilities. Land development, redevelopment and adaptive reuse activities should be carefully planned and encouraged to accommodate new industrial opportunities and to enhance economic development opportunities, provided that the uses do not affect the public health, safety and general welfare of the community.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the I-1 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Manufacturing.

(2) Mini warehouses or self-storage units, subject to § 355-74 of the chapter.

(3) Warehousing.

(4) Wholesale and distribution.

(5) Fabrication and finishing establishments.

(6) Private and public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(7) Municipal uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(8) Retail business establishments.

(9) Business and professional offices.

(10) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

(11) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

[Added at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the I-1 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Office and business parks, subject to § 355-65 of the chapter.

(2) Medical research parks, subject to § 355-66 of the chapter.

(3) Industrial parks, subject to § 355-67 of the chapter.

(4) Hotels and motels.

(5) Commercial water resource use, subject to § 355-71 of the chapter.

(6) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(7) Adaptive reuse and redevelopment, subject to § 355-37 of the chapter.

(8) Telecommunications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(5) and C(1), (2) and (3) of the chapter.

[Amended 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

(9) Growers/processors for medical marijuana, subject to § 355-87 hereof.

[Added 11-21-2016 by Ord. No. 563]

D. Permitted uses by special exception: the following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the I-1 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) Category 1 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(3) Category 2 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(4) Mobile home parks, subject to § 355-55 of the chapter.

(5) Commercial campgrounds, subject to § 355-68 of the chapter.

(6) Trucking or motor freight terminals, subject to § 355-78 of the chapter.

(7) Educational uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(8) Religious uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following page[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the I-1 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix chart providing utility and dimensional requirements is included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All typical accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the I-1 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

I-1 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	10	10	§ 355-90A
	Non-residential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	20	20	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the I-1 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the I-1 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the I-1 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the I-1 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the I-1 Zoning District.

§ 355-26 I-2 Heavy Industrial District.

A. Purpose. The I-2 Zoning District generally contains areas with general or heavy industrial uses which provide opportunities to accommodate the regional needs of the community. The areas zoned as I-2 are generally located within close proximity to arterial roads, expressway, utilities and/or rail facilities. Land development, redevelopment and adaptive reuse activities should be carefully planned and encouraged to accommodate new industrial opportunities and to enhance economic development opportunities, provided that the uses do not affect the public health, safety and general welfare of the community.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the I-2 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Manufacturing.

(2) Mini warehouses or self-storage units, subject to § 355-74 of the chapter.

(3) Warehousing.

(4) Wholesale and distribution.

(5) Fabrication and finishing establishments.

(6) Private and public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(7) Municipal uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(8) Retail business establishments.

(9) Business and professional offices.

(10) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

(11) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

[Added at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the I-2 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Office and business parks, subject to § 355-65 of the chapter.

(2) Medical research parks, subject to § 355-66 of the chapter.

(3) Industrial parks, subject to § 355-67 of the chapter.

(4) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(5) Adaptive reuse and redevelopment, subject to § 355-37 of the chapter.

(6) Telecommunications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(5) and C(1), (2) and (3) of the chapter.

[Amended 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

(7) Growers/processors for medical marijuana, subject to § 355-87 hereof.

[Added 11-21-2016 by Ord. No. 563]

D. Permitted uses by special exception. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the I-2 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) Category 1 home occupation (also known as "no-impact home-based business"), subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

(3) Category 2 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(4) Adult business and entertainment uses, subject to § 355-68 of the chapter.

(5) Veterinary hospitals and animal clinics, subject to § 355-72 of the chapter.

(6) Kennels, subject to § 355-73 of the chapter.

(7) Quarrying and mining operations, subject to § 355-75 of the chapter.

(8) Solid waste disposal and reduction facilities, subject to § 355-76 of the chapter.

(9) Junkyards or salvage yards, subject to § 355-77 of the chapter.

(10) Trucking and motor freight terminals, subject to § 355-78 of the chapter.

(11) Undefined land uses or other land uses, subject to § 355-85 of the chapter.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following page[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the I-2 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix chart providing utility and dimensional requirements is included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All typical accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the I-2 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that: they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

I-2 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	10	10	§ 355-90A
	Non-residential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	20	20	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the I-2 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the I-2 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the I-2 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the I-2 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the I-2 Zoning District.

§ 355-27 SA-1 Special Agricultural District.

A. Purpose. The SA-1 Zoning District generally contains areas with existing intensive agricultural uses relative to the growing, processing, packing, storage, sale and shipping of mushrooms which are located along collector roads or within close proximity to or along arterial highways and expressways. These areas provide unique employment opportunities for the residents within the region. The special agricultural uses are generally associated with certain nuisances (air, odor and noise), which by virtue of their character define their use as special agricultural. Subdivision and land development activity should be carefully planned to consider existing residential and commercial uses which are located within close proximity of the planned use.

B. Permitted uses by right. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by right within the SA-1 Zoning District, provided that: the use is approved by the Zoning Officer; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Single-family detached dwelling units, subject to § 355-42 of the chapter.

(2) Single-family semidetached units, subject to § 355-43 of the chapter.

(3) Two-family detached residential uses, subject to § 355-44 of the chapter.

(4) Category 1 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(5) Category 2 home occupation, subject to § 355-92 of the chapter.

(6) General agricultural uses, subject to § 355-79 of the chapter.

(7) Private and public utilities, subject to § 355-82 of the chapter.

(8) Municipal uses, subject to § 355-84 of the chapter.

(9) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(1), (2), (3), (4) and (6).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

(10) Forestry, subject to § 355-34 of the chapter.

[Added at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]

C. Permitted uses by conditional use. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by conditional use within the SA-1 Zoning District, provided that: a conditional use is granted by the Board of Commissioners; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Commercial water resource use, subject to § 355-71 of the chapter.

(2) Recreational uses, subject to § 355-80 of the chapter.

(3) Certain wireless communications facilities (WCFs), subject to § 355-83B(5).

[Added 7-20-2015 by Ord. No. 546]

D. Permitted uses by special exception. The following principal uses and their accessory uses are permitted by special exception within the SA-1 Zoning District, provided that: a special exception is granted by the Zoning Hearing Board; only one principal use is permitted per lot meeting the minimum and maximum dimensional requirements; and the use complies with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

(1) Commercial campgrounds, subject to § 355-69 of the chapter.

(2) Mushroom production uses, subject to § 355-79 of the chapter.

(3) Intensive agricultural uses, subject to § 355-79 of the chapter.

(4) Commercial composting, subject to § 355-79 of the chapter.

(5) Veterinary hospitals and animal clinics, subject to § 355-72 of the chapter.

(6) Educational uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

(7) Religious uses, subject to § 355-81 of the chapter.

E. Utility and dimensional requirements. The matrix chart on the following page[1] provides the basic utility and dimensional requirements for all permitted uses within the SA-1 Zoning District. Unless otherwise specified within the chapter, all permitted uses shall comply with these requirements.

[1] Editor's Note: The matrix chart providing utility and dimensional requirements is included as an attachment to this chapter.

F. Accessory uses and structure. All accessory uses and structures to the permitted uses of the SA-1 Zoning District shall be permitted, provided that they are located on the same lot as the principal use; they are clearly subordinate to the principal use; they have been properly addressed as part of the application for a permit, subdivision, land development, special exception or conditional use; and/or they comply with all other supplemental development and design requirements specified within the chapter.

SA-1 Zoning District: Accessory Use and Structure Requirements
		Minimum Setback Requirements
Type	Use	Front (feet)	Side (feet)	Rear (feet)	Reference to other provisions of this Chapter
Accessory buildings or structures	Residential	Note 1	10	10	§ 355-90A
	Non-residential	Note 1	Note 1	Note 1	§ 355-90B
Swimming pools	All uses	Note 1	20	20	§ 355-108

Note 1:	The setback requirements for the accessory use or structure shall comply with setback requirements for the principal use, as specifically referenced on the matrix chart for the SA-1 Zoning District.
Note 2:	The information specified under this section identifies the general setback requirements for accessory uses and structures. Additional setback requirements or exceptions may also apply under § 355-90 (Accessory uses and/or structures), § 355-99 (Projections into yards) and § 355-108 (Swimming pools).
Note 3:	Should a discrepancy exist between the provisions contained within the text portion of this chapter and the provisions contained within this chart, the provisions contained within the text portion shall prevail. The information contained within this chart shall be subject to the interpretation of the Zoning Officer.

G. Subdivision and land development requirements. Where required to comply with the provisions of the Muhlenberg Township Code, a subdivision plan and/or land development plan shall be submitted to Muhlenberg Township for review and consideration prior to the issuance of a building permit for any permitted use within the SA-1 Zoning District. If a subdivision or land development plan is required, the plan shall be prepared to comply with the appropriate provisions of Chapters 310 and 355 of the Code.

H. Off-street parking and loading. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the SA-1 District shall comply with the off-street parking and loading requirements specified under Article X of this chapter.

I. Signs. Where applicable, all permitted uses within the SA-1 District shall comply with the requirements for signs, as specified under Article XI of this chapter.

J. Supplemental regulations. Where applicable, all sections of this chapter shall apply as supplementary regulations and specifications for permitted uses within the SA-1 Zoning District.