§ 62-1943.5. Private heliports.

Private heliports: Private heliports as an accessory use to a single-family residence may be permitted as a conditional use within the GU, PA, AGR, AU and REU zoning classifications subject to the following conditions:

(1)

No more than one helicopter may be located on any residential property.

a.

A conceptual site plan, binding on the property owner, shall be submitted which shows the following:

1.

Legal boundaries of said property.

2.

Display the overall dimensions of the actual landing and take-off areas.

3.

Indicate the front, side, and rear setbacks from the closest point of private heliport.

b.

Applicants shall submit a detailed map which depicts the approach zone for said heliport and the relation to existing single family homes.

c.

Applicants shall present documentation as to the specific model of helicopter, including the noise characteristics, to be placed on the property.

d.

Applicants shall submit a noise exposure map as prepared by a certified engineer for proposed flight path.

e.

In order to maintain a reasonable decibel level for surrounding homes, the proposed flight paths shall not exceed current FAA noise requirements.

f.

Surfacing of the landing facility shall be such so as to minimize the blowing of any dust, dirt or other objectionable material onto neighboring property.

g.

Private heliport operations shall not be used for commercial purposes.

(2)

No helicopter shall be permitted which is designed for carrying more than four persons.

(3)

Take-off and landing areas and all attendant facilities shall be located at least 500 feet from all property lines. These areas shall be encircled by a fence or natural buffer not less than five feet in height. Each private heliport shall be limited to two round trips per day during daylight hours.

(4)

Facilities for fueling are prohibited.

(5)

The board of county commissioners shall make a finding that the proposed activity would have no adverse impact prior to approval of this conditional use.

(6)

All property owners within 1,000 feet of the subject property shall be notified of the conditional use permit (CUP) request.

(7)

Helicopters for agricultural purposes are exempt from the requirements of this section on parcels zoned PA, AU or AGR with 100 acres or more of improved agricultural use.

(8)

Each owner shall be responsible to insure that the proposed private heliport be in compliance with F.S. ch. 330 and federal aviation regulations.

(9)

Proposed private heliports shall comply with sections 62-2201 and 62-2202 of this chapter.

(Ord. No. 95-04, § 1, 1-26-95; Ord. No. 98-03, § 1, 1-29-98)