§ 138-3284. Shooting range/gun club.

(a)

Purpose. Shooting ranges and gun clubs are establishments that provide for the recreational use, training, or practice of firearm use.

(b)

Applicability. The provisions of this section shall apply to new and expansions of shooting ranges/gun clubs.

(c)

Standards.

(1)

Indoor shooting ranges are subject to the following standards:

a.

Indoor shooting ranges and gun clubs may be permitted according the type of review as identified in Table 138-355—Table of Uses for Zoning Districts, provided that any such uses shall comply with all appropriate local, state, and federal regulations or laws.

b.

All shooting ranges shall be located in an enclosed structure.

(2)

Outdoor shooting ranges are subject to the following standards:

a.

The minimum lot area shall be ten acres.

b.

A projectile-proof backstop, consisting of concrete, steel, earth or a combination thereof, at least 15 feet high shall be erected and maintained behind all target areas.

c.

The hours of operation shall be limited to 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

d.

The noise level shall not exceed 63 dBA as measured at the property boundary.

e.

The discharge of firearms shall be conducted only within areas specifically designated for such use on an approved site plan.

f.

The perimeter of the shooting range activity, including the firearm discharge area and surrounding berms, shall be enclosed by a fence or wall, a minimum of six feet in height. Warning signs, of at least one square foot each, shall be attached to the perimeter fence at the frequency of at least one for every 100 lineal feet plus one at each entry gate.

g.

Development proposals shall include a hazardous waste management plan, prepared by an independent environmental consultant, to assure the protection of groundwater from lead and other contaminants associated with the discharge of firearms.

h.

Development proposals shall demonstrate compliance with all applicable state regulations and how safety and noise factors have been addressed through the site plan and other special features of the proposed development.

(3)

Shooting ranges/gun clubs are specifically permitted with the following accessory uses and activities:

a.

Meeting rooms and similar accommodations;

b.

Retail sales of guns, ammunition, and supporting merchandise; but subject to other state and federal regulations; or

c.

Training and instruction services.

(Ord. No. 18-36 , § 3(Att. B), 10-23-18)