22.12.220 V definitions.
Variance |
An adjustment in the application of the specific regulations to a particular parcel of property which property, because of special circumstances applicable to it, is deprived of privileges commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone. A variance runs with the land and compliance with the conditions of any such variance is the responsibility of the current owner of the property, whether that be the applicant or a successor. |
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Vegetation |
Any and all organic plant life growing below, at, and above the soil surface. |
Vegetation alteration |
Any clearing, grading, cutting, topping, limbing, or pruning of vegetation. |
Veterinary clinics |
Establishments of licensed veterinary practitioners primarily engaged in the practice of veterinary medicine, dentistry, or surgery for animals; and establishments primarily engaged in providing testing services for licensed veterinary practitioners. May include kennel use where limited to short-time boarding, and only where incidental to the primary hospital use. Includes land uses specified in NAICS Industry Group No. 541940. |
Visual relief |
A transparent buffer that softens and breaks up sites within compatible use areas and parking lots. |
Vocational rehabilitation center |
A school established to provide for the teaching of industrial, clerical, managerial, or artistic skills. This definition applies to schools that are owned and operated privately for profit. |
(Ord. 033/2022 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 013/2019 § 2)