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Series 500 — OVERLAY DISTRICTSArticle 500 — AIRPORT ENVIRONS (AE) OVERLAY DISTRICT

500.03: USE RESTRICTIONS:

Porterville Zoning Code · 2026-07 edition · updated 2026-07-09 · Porterville

Notwithstanding any other provisions of this article, no use may be made of land or water within the AE overlay district in such a manner that would:

  • A. Create a "hazard to air navigation" as determined by the FAA;

  • B. Result in glare in the eyes of pilots using the airport;

  • C. Make it difficult for pilots to distinguish between airport lights and others;

  • D. Impair visibility in the vicinity of the airport;

  • E. Create steam or other emissions that cause thermal plumes or other forms of unstable air;

  • F. Create electrical interference with navigation signals or radio communication between the airport and aircraft;

  • G. Create an increased attraction for wildlife. Of particular concern are landfills and certain recreational or agricultural uses that attract large flocks of birds which pose bird strike hazards to aircraft in flight; or

  • H. Otherwise in any way endanger or interfere with the landing, takeoff or maneuvering of aircraft intending to use the airport. (Ord. 1801, 12-3-2013)

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