Morrisville Unified Development Ordinance - February 2021

Article 11: Interpretation and Definitions Section 11.5. Terms and Uses Defined 11.4.3. Illuminated Signs

V ISIBLE L IGHT T RANSMITTANCE An optical property that indicates the amount of visible light transmitted. The higher the visible transmittance, the more light is transmitted. A high visible transmittance is desirable to maximize daylight.

W ALKWAY Any pedestrian accessway that is separate from vehicular accessways and traffic.

W ALL See Fence or Wall.

W ALL P ACK A type of light fixture typically flush-mounted on a vertical wall surface.

W AREHOUSING /D ISTRIBUTION A facility primarily engaged in the storage and distribution of manufactured products, supplies, and equipment, excluding bulk storage of petroleum products or other materials that are flammable or explosive or that present hazards or conditions commonly recognized as offensive. W ATER S URFACE E LEVATION (WSE) The height, in relation to mean sea level, of floods of various magnitudes and frequencies in the floodplains of coastal or riverine areas. W ATERS OF THE S TATE Surface waters within or flowing through the boundaries of the state including, any intermittent or perennial stream, river, creek, brook, swamp, lake, or wetland. W ATERCOURSE A lake, river, creek, stream, wash, channel, or other topographic feature on or over which waters flow at least periodically. Watercourse includes specifically designated areas in which substantial flood damage may occur. W ELLNESS C ENTER An establishment containing customized health services that may include fitness, personal training, and nutrition consulting, and that incorporates an individualized program with specific goals. Clients are generally under the supervision of licensed staff, which may include health care providers, nutritionists, personal trainers, and practitioners of medical and other specialties such as chiropractic, acupuncture, and biofeedback. Clients may be enrolled in an individualized nutritional and fitness program and may exercise independently or in small group settings. Amenities often include limited weights and cardio machines. W HOLESALE F OOD P REPARATION An establishment or place of business primarily engaged in the preparing, selling, or distributing food merchandise to retailers, businesses, or other wholesalers. W HOLESALE E STABLISHMENT An establishment that involves the sale of products to users other than end consumers with orders placed either onsite, over the phone, or online.

Morrisville, NC

February 1, 2021

Unified Development Ordinance

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