101-2-19 R Definitions Recreation
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facilities plan. The term "recreation facilities plan" means a document that describes, in general, the recreational facilities that are part of a development proposal. The plan is supplemental to an overall master plan and consists of, but is not limited to the following sections: an executive summary, list of facilities and their scale, facility orientation (i.e., public/private), phasing schedule and proposed recreational programs.
Recreation lodge. The term "recreation lodge" means a lodge constructed in a mountainous or forested location, which may include up to 16 guest sleeping rooms for short-term rental lodging, and facilities for guest's meals, providing on-site winter sports amenities such as cross country ski trails, snowmobile trails, ice skating and/or similar activities, and, if open year-round, offers summer recreation amenities such as equestrian trails, mountain biking trails, hiking trails, rock climbing training stations, golf course, putting green, and/or tennis courts. Accessory uses, such as sports equipment rental and repair may be included. The number of horses allowed, in the case of a riding stable, shall be calculated and may be permitted based upon acreage and site plan review, and recommended by the planning commission. Limited day use may be allowed based upon site plan review and approval of the overall project as a conditional use by the planning commission.
Recreational resort. The term "recreational resort" means a planned development which may consist of a combination of short-term rental lodging facilities and/or rental units and/or owner occupied dwelling units, and may include such support facilities as restaurants, gift shops, and personal service facilities (e.g., beauty shop, barbershop, boutique, massage salon), the development of which is designed around a recreational theme and shall offer a variety of outdoor and/or indoor recreation facilities and activities on-site which are designed to attract vacationers as a site destination because of the recreational attractions, both on- and off-site, as well as offering an attractive, vacationtype atmosphere.
Recreational vehicle or travel trailer. The term "recreational vehicle," also known herein as “travel trailer,” means a vehicular unit, other than a mobile home, designed as a temporary dwelling for travel, recreational, and vacation use, which is either self-propelled or is mounted on or pulled by another vehicle including, but not limited to: travel trailer,
camp trailer, folding tent trailer, truck camper, or motor home, but not including mobile or manufactured homes.
Rental, long-term. The term "long-term rental" means the rental of a dwelling unit for a time period no less than 30 days.
Rental, short-term. The term "short-term rental" also referred herein as an "STR," means the rental of a dwelling or portion thereof for a time period of less than 30 days.
Research and Development Facilities. Specialized land or facilities designed for conducting scientific research, technological innovation, testing, and experimental development, typically housing offices, laboratories, and light manufacturing with a focus on producing, testing, and developing new products or knowledge.
Reserved future development area (RFDA). The term "reserved future development area (RFDA)" means areas within a described parcel of land and/or proposed irrevocable transfer of development right easement and/or a transferable development right site plan that has been reserved for future development.
Residential facility for disabled persons. The term "residential facility for disabled persons" means a single-family or multiple-family dwelling unit, consistent with existing zoning of the desired location, that is occupied on a 24-hour-per-day basis by eight or fewer persons with a disability in a family type arrangement under the supervision of a house family or manager, and that:
1) Conforms to all applicable standards and requirements of the department of human services, and is operated by or operated under contract with that department; and
2) Is licensed or certified by the department of human services under Title 62A, Chapter 2, Licensure of Programs and Facilities; or
3) Is licensed or certified by the department of health under Title 26, Chapter 21, Health Care Facility Licensing and Inspection Act.
Residential facility for elderly persons. The term "residential facility for elderly persons" means a single-family or multifamily dwelling unit that meets the requirements of section 108-7-15 of the Land Use Code and U.C.A. 1953, § 17-27a-515, but does not include a health care facility as defined by U.C.A. 1953, § 26-21-2.
Residential facility for troubled youth. The term "residential facility for troubled youth" means a residential facility that is occupied on a 24-hour basis by no more than eight qualified youth in a family type arrangement that conforms with applicable standards of, and is inspected and licensed by the state department of human services, and is consistent with section 108-7-14 of the Land Use Code.
Resort (destination and recreation). The term "resort (destination and recreation)" means a destination and recreation resort is a destination place that attracts visitors throughout the year and provides areas and facilities used for relaxation and/or recreation. The resort is entirely contiguous; it consists of at least 1,000 gross acres and is generally self-contained; therefore, capable of providing goods and services that meet most needs of the visitor while remaining on or within the resort. These goods and services may include, but not be limited to resort administration/operations, food, drink, lodging, sports, entertainment, shopping, personal and healthcare/emergency facilities (e.g., market, open-air market, restaurant, package liquor store, owner-occupied dwellings, nightly rentals, indoor/outdoor sports, cultural events, performing arts, miscellaneous retail, athletic/wellness center and clinic).
Ridge line area. The term "ridge line area" means the top, ridge or crest of a hill or slope, plus the land located within 100 feet on both sides of the top, ridge, or crest.
Right, development. See "Development Right."
Right, residential development. See "Residential Development Right."
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