Franklin Zoning Ordinance

383 DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS Defined Terms 23 Chapter Franklin Zoning Ordinance Effective December 8, 2020 Rear Lot Line The rear boundary line of a lot which is generally opposite of, and does not intersect, the front lot line. Rear Yard The open area, except as otherwise authorized in this Ordinance, located between the rear of a building or structure and the rear lot line, and extending from one side lot line to the other side lot line. Reasonably Safe from Flooding Base flood waters will not inundate the land or damage structures to be removed from the Special Flood Hazard Area and that any subsurface waters related to the base flood will not damage existing or proposed structures. Recreational Equipment A vehicular or portable structure transportable on a mobile chassis, designed to be used for recreational and vacation uses, including travel trailers, pickup campers, coaches, motorized dwellings, tent trailers, boats, boat trailers, other motorized watercraft, and other similar recreational equipment. Recreational Vehicle For the purposes of Section 17.6, Floodplain Protection, a vehicle which is built on a single chassis; 400 square feet or less whenmeasured at the largest horizontal projection; designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light-duty truck; and designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling, but as a temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use. Recycling Drop-Off Center A small collection facility where recyclable materials are purchased or accepted from the public. It is an accessory use. Redevelopment Any proposed expansion, addition, renovation, or major change to an existing building, structure, or aspect of development. Refuse Area Area containing dumpsters, trash compaction, garbage or recycling collection, and other similar service areas. Regulatory Floodway The channel of a river or other watercourse and the adjacent land areas that must be reserved