Morrisville Unified Development Ordinance - February 2021.2

Article 5: Development Standards Section 5.15. Exterior Lighting 5.14.9. Security Plan Fences and Walls

c. Fencing shall be divided by individual four-sided masonry columns spaced no more than 50 feet on center. Each column shall have a cross-section of at least two feet by two feet, project at least one foot from the wall of fence plane towards the adjacent street, be topped with a cap detail for visual interest, and be constructed of the same masonry material on all four sides. 3. All Other Fences and Walls a. Walls shall be constructed of a masonry material that is consistent with that of the principal building on the lot. b. Fences made of chain link, wire mesh, or other similar materials are prohibited. c. Walls and fences shall be divided by individual four-sided masonry columns spaced no more than 50 feet on center. Each column shall have a cross-section of at least two feet by two feet, project at least one foot from the wall of fence plane towards the adjacent street, be topped with a cap detail for visual interest, and be constructed of the same masonry material on all four sides. (Ord. No. 2015-002, 04/29/2015; Ord. No. 2016-001, 05/10/2016) 5.14.9. Security Plan Fences and Walls In the Industrial Management (IM) District or for legal nonconforming industrial uses in other zoning districts with outdoor storage, an owner or tenant of property, or a representative of a public agency responsible for a public facility, may submit to the Planning Director a site security plan proposing fences or walls taller than those permitted by this section, or the use of barbed or concertina wire atop a fence or wall. The Planning Director shall approve, or approve with conditions, the site security plan and its proposed exemption of fences or walls from the standards of this subsection, on finding that: A. The condition, location, or use of the land, or the history of activity in the area, indicates the land or any materials stored or used on it are in significantly greater danger of theft or damage than surrounding land; and B. The proposed taller fences or walls, or use of barbed or concertina wire, will not have a significant adverse effect on the security, functioning, appearance, or value of adjacent lands or the surrounding area as a whole. (Ord. No. 2016-001, 05/10/2016) SECTION 5.15. EXTERIOR LIGHTING 5.15.1. Purpose This section is intended to regulate exterior lighting to: A. Permit the use of exterior lighting at the minimum levels necessary for nighttime safety, utility, security, productivity, enjoyment, and commerce; B. Ensure exterior lighting does not adversely impact land uses on adjacent lands by minimizing light trespass, obtrusive light, and glare; C. Ensure the safety of motorists by minimizing light spillage and glare onto adjacent streets; D. Curtail light pollution, reduce skyglow, and preserve the nighttime environment for the enjoyment of residents and visitors; E. Conserve energy and resources to the greatest extent possible; and F. Ensure security for persons and properties.

Morrisville, NC

February 1, 2021

Unified Development Ordinance

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