Sec. 26-119. - Private gymnasiums and fitness studios.

The purpose of this section is to serve the need of the public in regard to gymnasiums and fitness studios while guaranteeing the adequacy of the site for the use and the protection of the surrounding properties through consideration of physical treatment, parking requirements and compatibility with surrounding properties.

(a)

Application. Gymnasiums and fitness studios may be established only in the zones as specified in article II, division 2 through a conditional use permit. The application shall include a precise plan for new structures (as specified in article VI, division 3).

(b)

Development standards. The development standards of the zone in which this use is to be located shall apply (as specified in article II, division 2 of this chapter) unless this section specifically permits or prohibits otherwise.

(c)

Parking shall be required as indicated in article III, division 6.

(d)

Conditions of approval. Conditions of approval of an administrative permit or conditional use permit for gymnasiums and athletic clubs shall include but not limited to the following:

(1)

The administrative permit or conditional use permit shall become null and void upon transfer of ownership or any other interest in the use permitted.

(2)

The administrative permit or conditional use permit may be revoked, amended, and suspended by the Community Development Director or Planning Commission under the provisions of article VI of this chapter.

(3)

Licenses and permits as required in chapter 14 of this Code shall be obtained prior to the start of the operation of the use.

(4)

Such other conditions as deemed by the Community Development Director or Planning Commission to reasonably relate to the purpose of this division.

(Ord. No. 2519, § 5(Exh. A), 2-20-24)