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Subdivision D Minor D Major
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SECTION 5.8 Route 5 North OVerlay Zone (RSNOZ)
5.8.1 Purpose
The purpose ofthe Route 5 Nonh Overlay Zone (RSNOZ)is to create a transitional overlay zone
which would afford property owners northerly ofthe Scantic River the opportunity t0 establish certain
commercial uses compatible with the remaining residential uses,while carefully managing building
design:placemenn and landscape treatments in this high volume traftic corridor along U.S.Route 5.
The goal is to compliment the rural tlavor herei while recognizing land owners’potential need for
commercial opportunities.The area will serve to transition from the more rural surroundings to the
built—up sections of Route 5 in East Windsor and in South Windsor southerly ofthe Scantic River.
5.8.2 General Concepts
A.While the Commission would like to encourage property owners to develop in accordance with the
provisions ofthis section.the R5NOZ is an overlay zone where the property owner may choose
whether to develop in strict accordance with all ofthe provisions of the underlying zoning district.or
in strict accordance with all ofthe provisions ofthis section.
B.Given that this area serves as an entrance to South Windsor from the north.excellence in site
planning,landscape architecture and building architecture is an essential element of the RSNOZ.All
such developments shall take into consideration travel speeds on the abutting highway and
compatibility with adjoining residential uses.Landscape architectural elements (e.g.,berms and
plantings),are thus critical between proposed buildings.parking areas and Route 5,and between
buildings/parking lots and residences.Low Impact Development (LID)measures shall be incorporated
into the site design.
C.Locating of site driveways and parking areas must be sensitive and not intrusive to the existing
residences in the area.
D.Access management regulations shall be incorporated into the site design where required.
5.8.3 Pre-Application Discussion
Applicants are encouraged to initiate a pre-application conference with the Commission to discuss the
conceptual aspects ofthe proposed development and to prepare and present a conceptual plan for
informal consideration by the Commission.Neither the pie—application conference,the informal
review ofthe concept plan,nor the Commission’s suggestions shall be deemed to constitute approval
nor denial of any portion ofthe plan.
5.8.4 Permitted Uses
All uses in the underlying zone.
The following uses shall be allowed by Special Exception
l)Municipal Facilities and Usesa
2)Day Care Facilities:
3)Offices ~professional.commercial,corporate and businessg
4)Personal Service Shops:
5)Recreational Facilities (shall not include adult-oriented enteminment establishments as defined
by Section 7.23.)Permitted accessory uses for indoor recreation may include:a)
Entertainment,including music.sporting events and dancing:b)Areas primarily dedicated to
serving,preparation.sales and consumption offood and beverages,including alcoholic
beverages for special events;and d)Auctions);
6)Riding Academies,Barns and Stables in accordance with Section 7.122%
7)Home occupations,Home Office,Professional Office (Major),including landscape contractor
businesses and similar uses (see Table 3.1.1A and Article 7 Special Regulationsk
'JI on .5 Site Appearance and Performance Standards
1)Existing trees and hedgerows shall be incorporated into site design and preserved to the
maximum extent possible.
7)All parking areas shall be a minimum of25 feet from the front property line.
3)Side and rear yards shall contain landscaped buffers of IO feet in width.The provision of
Section 6.2.4 Buffers shall not apply.
4)All outdoor storage must conform to Section 2.1 l.Commercial and Industrial Storage and
Display.
5)Loading areas,truck parking,l-IVAC equipment,outdoor storage areas,trash collection areas
and other such service functions shall be incorporated into the overall design of the site and
landscaping so that the visual impacts and noise on surrounding residential properties are
minimized.
Table 4.1.6A Commercial and Industrial Area,Density and Dimensional Requirements
Add District —R5NOZ,Area 30,000 sq.ft.,Frontage -150,Depth —150,Front Yard —50,Rear Yard—25,Side Yard ~10,Stories —2 ‘/z,Impervious Coverage —50%.Lot Coverage i 30%,Height -40.
Add footnote 10 —R5NOZ (1°)Requirement for new commercial lots
6.5.8 Signs in Commercial/Officc/industrial Zones
Add A.8 Route 5 North Overlay Zone
Adopted 10/28/14;Effective 11/9/14;text change proposal 1—16—25
7.12.2 C0mmercial Animal Agriculture or Home Agriculture in Excess 0f3Acres/Animal
Units
Land,buildings,and other structures may be pennitled as a Special Exception by the Commission for
commercial use involving the following animal agriculture activities:
l.Boardinu and training stables for horses:
2.Private club riding stables:
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4.Animal agriculture involving more than 3 animal units:
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Breeding stock farms:
Animal sanctuaries (both commercial or nonprofit):
and
6i Animal rehabilitation facilities
ln addition to the standards of Section 7.I 2.1.the following conditions must be met;
1.The land shall be zoned RR,A-40 or A—20.A»20 zoned properties must be within the Route 5
North Overlay Zone boundary to qualify.
2.This acreage shall be fenced.in whole or in pan.Such fence shall contain the animals within the
property:except any land to be used exclusively for riding trails,which shall be owned by the
applicant.shall not ordinarily be required to be fenced
3.There shall be sufficient off-street parking facilities provided to accommodate all users and
visitors to the property,including spectators.The roads for entering and leaving the property shall
be located in such a manner as to not create a pedestrian or vehicular traffic hazard on any publicstreet,A minimum ofl parking space per each 5 users or visitors to the property shall be required.
4.The keeping of animals for other than personal use shall be restricted to the rear yard of the
premises,as defined in Section 3.l .2.The accessory buildings that are used to shelter or feed the
horse shall be located at a minimum distance of 125 feet from any street line,40 feet from any
side or rear property line andl in addition,100 feet from any dwelling located on an adjacent
property.Outside feed troughs shall be located at the same minimum distance from all propertylinesasareaccessorybuildings.
5.The number ofanimals to be kept on—site in a sanctuaiy or rehabilitation facility shall be limitedtoBestManagementprotocolstoensureadequateshelterandexercisespace.
6.Any portion ofthe land which is used as a riding ring or con‘al shall be placed within the front,
rear and side yard lines of Section 3.l.2 Residential Area.Densitv.and Dimensional
Requirements.
7‘Manure shall not accumulate to caus€any health hazard and shall be subject to inspection by the
Environmental Health Officer.Am'manure storage area shall be screenedi Particular attention
shall be paid to the location 0f any manure storage.Adequate fly control measures shall be
required.
8i Fire control facilities for the barns and other accessory buildings shall be required where the
public is allowed admission.Such control facilities shall be subject t0 review ofthe Fire Marshal.
9r The use ofpublic address systems,the conduct ofthe instruction ofriders.training ofhorses:and
the spectator participation in any type ofcompetition shall be modulated and continuously con—
trolled in order to avoid becoming a nuisance to the surrounding neighbors All public activity
shall cease at 8:00 p.m.and shall not begin prior to 7:00 a.m.,unless permission for such activity
is specifically granted by the Commission
10.The use oftemporary buildings or trailers for the stabling of animals in excess of7 days is pro-hibited.Trailers must be placed in accordance \\ith Section 7.l 9 Trailers and Camping Vehicles.
l l.The area shall be landscaped to harmonize with the character of the neighborhood.The land
shall be so maintained that it will not create a nuisance as determined by the Commission.All
lighting must meet the requirements of Section 6.3 Outdoor Lighting
Approved Date:2/9/21
Effective Date:2/28/21
Text proposed:1/16/25
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Municipality:South Windsor,CT
T0:Capitol Region Council of Governments
Policy Development &Planning Department
241 Main Street,Hartford,CT 06106 Date of Referral:1/16/25
Pursuant to the provisions ofSection 8-3b of the Genera/Statutes of Connecticut,as amended,thefollowing
proposed zoning amendment is referred to the Copito/Region Council of Gavemmentsfor comment:
NATURE OF PROPOSED CHANGE:
D Adoption of amendment of ZONING MAP for any area
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PLANNING DEPARMENT
lN-HOUSE REFERRAL FORM
DATE:1—21—25
TO:Michael Maniscalco;Walter Summers,J€ff Doolittle,John Henault,Molly Keays,Trishanna Branford,Kevin Cooney,Tony Manfre,Autum Burke,Dave Turkington;Andrea Cofranceseo,Vincent Stetson,David Gesualdi,Mare Melanson,Scott Roberts,Justin Russo
FROM:Michele Lipe,AICP,Director of Planning
The Planning &Engineering Departments have received plans for the following projects:
Appl 25-05P,Majewski Animal Agriculture Text Amendment
Location:
Add to the zoning regulations allowance for Commercial AnimalProjectDescription:Agriculture to the Route 5 North Overlay (in current A—20 Zone)
Future Town-owned property involved?D Yes &No
E new street(s)D new detention area
D new open space/recreation area DpassiveDactive
Planning Department notes:
Visit httns://Www.southwindsor-ctgovlplanningdepartment/pagas/planniny -and-zoning-
commission-applications to review pending applications
Please comment by 2-1 1-25 and return t0 the Planning Department.
g Site Plan B Subdivision No.Acres Zone
D Industrial D Commercial &Residential Not Lots/Units
Water:B Public D Private Well Sewerage:D Public D Septic System
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Working lagether for a hetter region.PhanE (860)522-2217/Fax (360)724-1274
www.crcog‘org
Februarv 7.2025
TO:SOUTH WINDSOR PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
REPORT ON ZONING REFERRAL Z-2025~6:Proposed zoning amendment regarding the Route5NorthOverlayZone.
was
COMMISSIONERS:
transmitted to the Policy
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ofthis proposalundertheprovisionsofSection8—3b ofthe Comiecticut General Statutes.asbamended.
COMMENT:The staffofthe Revlonal Plannin"Commission ofthe Capitol Retiion Council of
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Governments
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has
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reviewed
of neighboring
this zobninn referral
towns.
aid finds no apparent conflict “itch regional plans and
The public hearing date has been scheduled for 2/25/2025.
In accordance with our procedures this letter will constitute final CRCOG action on this referral.Questions concerning this referral should be directed to Jacob Knowlton.
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William Rice.Vice Clraimian
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Appl 25-05P,Maj ewski Animal Agriculture Zoning Amendment
Public Hearing 2—25-25
Flaming Department Report
.Request for amendment —request to modify Seetion 5.8.4.6 and Section 7.12.2.1 to allow
Commercial Animal Agriculture activities by Special Exception for A-20 zoned propertiesintheRoute5NorthOverlayzone
.The Route 5 North Overlay zone was created in 201 5 to allow for some commercial
opportunities that may be found compatible with existing residential uses along the Route 5
corridor.The goal is to compliment the rural flavor here,while recognizing landowners’
potential need for commercial opportunities.
.Currently the Route 5 North overlay zone has a list of permitted uses:Municipal Facilities
and Uses;Day Care Facilities;Offices —professional,commercial,corporate and business;
Personal Service Shops;Recreational Facilities;Riding Academies,Barns and Stablesg
Home occupations,Home Office,Professional Office (Major),including landscape
contractor businesses and similar uses
.This text amendment proposal would add Commercial Animal Agriculture as a permitteduse(currently only allowed in A-4O and RR zones).In order to apply under this proposedregulation,an owner would have to have a minimum of 3 acres of land and meet all other
requirements of SectiOn 7.12.2.
.Any proposal would be subj ect to a special exception review/site plan.The Special
Exception criteria are the guidelines for the circumstances under which the use is
acceptable,and our Special Exception criteria include such things infrastructure capacity
factors and traffic impacts.
.The Town Plan of Conservation and Development includes a recommendation for
encouraging development supporting the town’s agricultural roots as well as revitalization
and redevelopment of Route 5.
.The Capitol Region Council of Governments has reviewed the amendment as required and
reports that they find no apparent conflict with regional plans and policies or the concerns
of neighboring towns.
.If this application is approved,the Planning Dept has no requested modifications.
/
EXHIBIT A EXHIBIT A
SECTION 5.8 Route 5 North 0\'erlay Zone (R5NOZ)EXHIBIT A EXHIBIT A
5.8.1 Purpose
The purpose ofthe Route 5 North Overlay Zone (R5NOZ)is to create a transitional overlay zone
which would afford property owners northerly ofthe Scantic River the opportunity to establish cenain
commercial uses compatible with the remaining residential uses,while carefully managing building
designi placement,and landscape treatments in this high volume traffic corridor along U.S.Route 5.
The goal is to compliment the rural flavor here:while recognizing land owners’potential need for
commercial opponunities.The area will serve to transition from the more rural surroundings to the
built-up sections ofRoute 5 in East Windsor and in South Windsor southerly ofthe Scantic River.
5.8.2 General Concepts
A.While the Commission would like to encourage property owners to develop in accordance with the
provisions ofthis section,the RSNOZ is an overlay zone where the property owner may choose
whether to develop in strict accordance with all ofthe provisions ofthe underlying zoning district.or
in strict accordance with all ofthe provisions ofthis section.
B.Given that this area serves as an entrance to South Windsor from the north.excellence in site
planning,landscape architecture and building architecture is an essential clement ofthe RSNOZ.All
such developments shall take into consideration travel speeds on the abutting highway and
compatibility with adjoining residential uses.Landscape architectural elements (e.g.,berms and
plantings).are thus critical between proposed buildings,parking areas and Route 5,and between
buildings/parking lots and residences.Low Impact Development (LID)measures shall be incorporated
into the site design.
C.Locating ofsite driveways and parking areas must be sensitive and not intrusive to the existing
residences in the area.
D.Access management regulations shall be incorporated into the site design where required
5.8.3 Pre-Application Discussion
Applicants are encouraged to initiate a pie-application conference with the Commission to discuss the
conceptual aspects ofthe proposed development and to prepare and present a conceptual plan for
informal consideration by the Commission.Neither the pic—application conference,the informal
review ofthe concept plan,nor the Commission’s suggestions shall be deemed to constitute approval
nor denial ofany portion ofthe plan.
5.8.4 Permitted Uses
All uses in the underlying zone.
The following uses shall be allowed by Special Exception
l)Municipal Facilities and Usesi
2)Day Care Facilitiesi
3)Offices —professional.commercial.corporate and businesse
4)Personal Service Shopse
3)Recreational Facilities (shall not include adult—oriented entertainment establishments as definedbySection72.3.)Permitted accessory uses for indoor recreation may include:a)Entenainment.including music,sporting events and dancing:b)Areas primarily dedicated toserving,preparation,sales and consumption offood and beverages,including alcoholicbeveragesforspecialevents;and d)Auctions):
6)Riding Academies,Barns and Stables,Commercial Animal Agriculture activities in accordancewithSection7.12.2—(farm factories are not permitted)7)Home occupations,Home Office,Professional Office (Major).including landscape contractorbusinessesandsimilaruses(see Table 3.1.1A and Article 7 Special Regulations):j
5.8.5 Site Appearance and Performance Standards
l)Existing trees and hedgerows shall be incorporated into site design and preserved to themaximumextentpossible.
2)All parking areas shall be a minimum of25 feet from the front property line.
3)Side and rear yards shall contain landscaped buffers of lO feet in width.The provision ofSection62.4 Buffers shall not apply.
4)All outdoor storage must conform to Section 2.1 l.Commercial and Industrial Storage andDisplay.
5)Loading areas,truck parking,HVAC equipment,outdoor storage areas.trash collection areasandothersuchservicefunctionsshallbeincorporatedintotheocveralldesianofthesiteandlandscapingsothatthevisualimpactsandnoiseonsurroundingresidentialupropertiesareminimized.
6)Jhe location of structures housing animals site setbacks shall be located 150 feet from anystreetandaminimumof100feetfromanydwellingonadjacentproperties.
Table 4.1.6A Commercial and Industrial Area,Density and Dimensional Requirements
Add District -R5NOZ,Area 30,000 sq.ft..Frontage -150.Depth —150,Front Yard —50.Rear Yardi25,Side Yard —10,Stories i 2 V2.Impervious Coverage i 50%.Lot Coverage e 30%,Height —40.
Add footnote 10 —RSNOZ “0)Requirement for new commercial lots
6.5.8 Signs in Commercial/0fficc/industrial Zones
Add A.8 Route 5 North Overlav Zone
Adopted 10/28/14:Effective l 1/9/14:text change proposal l-l 6-25;staffcomments 2-25-25
Section 7.12 Horses/Ponies and Home AnimalAoriculture
A.Home animal agriculture includes animals bred.raised or kept for non-commercial purposesincludingbutnotlimitedIohorsesandponies.cattle,swine,sheep.goats rabbits,poultrv and foul.and bees,but excluding common household pets such as (but not limited to)cats and dog’s
B.Home animal agriculture may be conducted in all A,AA and RR residential districts.
C.A zoning compliance permit must be obtained from the Zoning Enforcement Officer.
D.Criteria for Emluating Home Animal Agriculture Applications
1.The number ofanimals shall not exceed those established in Table 7.12.1A or7.l2.2A.
2.The land on which the animals are to be kept is capable of safely supporting the number andtypeofanimalsproposed
3.The animals will be kept in a manner so as to not create a hazard to themselves or theenvironmentalqualityoftheneighborhood.
The animals are to be kept for non-commercial purposes.
5.The animals are kept in a manner that conforms to all applicable regulations ofthe Public HealthCode.the Department of Environmental Protection,the Connecticut Department of Agriculture.and the General Statutes of Connecticut.
E.Required Standards for Home Animal Agriculture
Prior to approving any application for a zoning permit for Home Animal Aoriculture,the ZoninoEnforcementOfficershallconsidereachapplicationwithregardtothecritebriasetforthinTabl:7r12rlA or Table 7.12.2A and shall also determine whether stfch proposed activity shall conform tothefollowingstandards:
l,Number ofAnimals Per Acre
a,The minimum lot size on which animals may be kept shall be l acre which may include adwelling:with the exception of chickens/hens and bees.Property owners mdv have 16chickens/hens on properties with less than an acre in the A—ZO and A-30 zonesfBees maybekeptonlotsofallsizes.
b,No more than l animal unit shall be kept on each acre owned up to a total of3 animal unitson3acres.More than 3 animal units shall be considered Commercial Animal Agricultureandsubjecttotheregulationsgoverningsuchuse.
c.The number and type of animals constituting an animal unit as well as the number ofanimalspermittedbylotsizeisasfollows:
Table 7.12.1A ~Animal
Units
d.NO roosters are permitted in A~20,A60,or AA-3O zones.Roosters are only allowed in theA-40 and Rural Residential zones,on lots I acre or largeix
e.Combinations of different animals and fowl are permitted provided the total number ofpermittedanimalunitsarenotexceededfortheavailableacreage.For example,2 sheep and16chickenswouldbepermittedonlacre;however.l cow and 16 chickens would not beallowed
All animals must be contained on the owner‘s property.
Beehive Densityl)g
Table 7.12.2A —Hii‘c Units
Limitations will not be imposed under the following two conditions:
a.Ifhives are situated more than 200 feet from a property line;or
b.Ifthe adjoining property is permanently protected as undeveloped land
3.Space Standards
Type of Animal Number ofAnimals l’erAnimalUni!,\'o.ofAnimals Permitted 0n
1 acre 2 acres 3 acres
Horse,pony:mule:
donkey,dnir)ur hccfcmv,
ulpacu‘llama
l 1 7'‘‘
Sheep or gums 5 S 10 15
Pigs (excluding l liller under 3monlhS)2 mature pigs plus l lillcr
(3 months or less)Z plusllitter
-l plus l
litter
6 plus l
litter
Rabbits 25 25 50 75
Chickens "i2 32 64 96
Ducks 16 16 32 48
Geese,turkeys 8 8 16 24
Bee lliVcs Sec Table 7.12rlA
Acreage Number uf [lives Permitted Number of
Xucs Permitted
<[/4 ‘W 2 2
w —1 6 4
;]No limit,follow placement No limit,follow
guidelines placement
guidelines
Each animal will have free access Io shelter in a building.which will provide shade and
protection from “ind,rain and snowr A minimum of IOO square feet ofimerior floor space
shall be provided for each animal unil or part thereof.All such buildings shall be
constructed and all food products kept as to prevent offensive odors and the presence of
pest and predators.
Fences must be of sufficient height.strength.pole diameter,gauge ofwire.and density to
assure that such animals shall not escape.Barbed wire fences will—shall not be used.Electric
fencing is permitted provided it is installed and maintained in accordance with manufacturer
and/or industry standards.Signs and/or other markers identifving the electric fence must be
installed.
Large and medium-sized animals including horses.cattle.sheep,goats:and swine shall have
access to exercise and living space compatible with their age and size.A minimum ofl 000
square feet of fenced exterior exercise area shall be provided for each animal unit of large
and medium sized animals kept.
All structures housing animals must meet the established setback for the applicablezone orbeaminimumof15feetfromthepropertyline.whichever is greater.
Bee hives should be placed in a quiet part ofthe yard.The hive entrance should be placedfacingthehiveowner’s property.The hive must be at least 15 feet from a propeity Iine.
and there should be either a fixed wall or a dense vegetative barrier of at least six (6)feet
in height between the hives and the property line (unless placed greater than 25 feet from
the property line).A water source shall be made available.
Site Suitabilitv
Ideal sites for animal shelters and animal keeping areas are those reasonably high and well-
drained yet level enough to accommodate barn and fence construction and level paddocks or
exercuse areas.
21.Slope:Sites with slopes greater than 15%should be avoided or improved to avoid heavy
surface water runoff,soil erosion.sedimentation or hazardous conditions for keeping
animals.
Drainage:Proper drainage shall be provided to avoid the collection ofwater.Water shall be
diverted from animal keeping areas;howeven such water shall not pollute surface or sub-
surface water supplies.
Wetlands:Wetlands may be used for pasture during the grazing season but shall be avoided
“hen constructing shelters and exercise areas.
Septic System:Animal keeping areas shall not be permitted directly over land containing
an on-site sewage disposal system.
Natural or Man-Made Hazards:Sites containing excessive bedrock outcroppings.large
boulders or numerous stones or other natural or man-made obstructions that might be
hazardous to the animals shall be avoided.
5.Environmental Impact
a.Animals shall be kept in a manner as to minimize noise.odor and dust generation and to
avoid air and water pollution.
b‘Shelters and keeping areas shall not be a breeding place for rodents or Hies.
c.Manure storage shall be a minimum of20 feet from the prOpeny liner
F.AdVisory Opinions
l.The Zoning Enforcement Officer may refer the application to the University of Connecticut Co-operative Extension Service or any other applicable organization for revie“and advisoryopinion.
G.Application for Home Animal Agriculture Permit
l.Where l animal unit consists of multiple animals,the keeping ofanimals comprising 10%orlessofthetotalanimalsinananimalunitispermittedasofright,except for chickens/hens whichrequireapermitregardlessofnumber.Where the keeping of animals will exceed the 10%allowance in paragraph 1 above,or to keep chickens/hens (and/or liens)on your property,theownerofthelandonwhichtheanimalsaretobekeptshallsubmittotheZoningEnforcementOfficerthefollowing:
a.A sketch map (using the best available boundary/site data)showing:
i.The boundaries ofthe property on which the animals are to be kept and the names oftheabuttingowners;
iii Location ofexisting structures including dwellings on abutting properties,on»sitewellsandsewagedisposalsystems;
iii,Location ofproposed animal shelter and keeping areas,including fences;
iv.Number and type ofanimals to be kept;
v.Location ofwatercourses,waterbodies and wetlands;and
vii Areas of slope in excess of l 5%;Town of South Windsortopography maps may be
used to determine slope.
b.A narrative describing:
i.The total acreage ofthe site on which animals are to be kept;
ii.The general nature and scope ofthe proposed use;and
iii.The provisions for storage of feed,grain,hay and animal excrements.
3,Beekeepers must submit documentation of annual registration to the State of ConnecticutEntomologistinaccordancewithCGS22-89.
Section 10 —Definitions
Animal Agriculture,Commercial:Animals including but not limited to horses,cattle,swine.sheep,goats.rabbits,poultry,fowl,dogs;cats,bees;fish and furbearing animals that are bred;raised orkeptforcommercialpurposes,or kept in a sanctuary or rehabilitation facility.
Apiary e A place where bee hives are kept
Beekeeping i The management and stewardship ofhoney bees.
Hive —One colony ofbees,with one queen.II can range is size from one box to many boxes in height.
Nuc i A 4-5 starter colony that is used to establish new colonies 0r replace colonies that have died
over the winten
344%Commercial Animal Agricultu re or Home Agriculture in Excess of3 Acres/Animal
%
Land,buildings,and other structures may be permitted as a Special Exception by the Commission for
commercial use involving the following animal agriculture activities:
l.Boarding and training stables for horses;
2 Private club riding stables;
3.Breeding stock farms;
4 Animal agriculture involving more than 3 animal units;
UI Animal sanctuaries (both commercial or non-profit):
and
6.Animal rehabilitation facilities.
7
In addition to the standards ofSection 7.12.1,the following conditions must be met:
l.The land shall be zoned RR,A-4O or A-20.A»20 zoned properties must be within the Route 5
North Overlay Zone to qualify.
This acreage shall be fenced.in “hole or in part.Such fence shall contain the animals within the
property;except any land to be used exclusively for riding trails,which shall be owned by the
applicant,shall not ordinarily be required to be fencedr All fencing and barriers shall be
designed to ensure that animals are not able to dig under them.
b;There shall be sufficient off-street parking facilities provided to accommodate all users and
visitors to the property.including spectators.The roads for entering and leaving the propertvshallbelocatedinsuchamannerastonotcreateapedestrianorvehiculartraftichazardon any
public street.A minimum ofl parking space per each 5 users or visitors to the property shall be
required.
The keeping of animals for other than personal use shall be restricted to the rear yard of the
premises,as defined in Section 3.l .2.The accessory buildings that are used to shelter or feed the
horse shall be located at a minimum distance of 125 feet from any street line.40 feet from any
side or rear property line and.in addition,100 feet from any dwelling located on an adjacent
property.Outside feed troughs shall be located at the same minimum distance from all propertylinesasareaccessorybuildings,
The number of animals to be kept on-site in a sanctuary or rehabilitation facility or as a part of
of a commercial animal agricultural permit shall be limited to Best Management protocols toensureadequateshelterandexercisespace.Department of Agriculture shall be consulted with
proposal for animal care and or permitting.
Any portion ofthe land which is used as a riding ring or corral shall be placed within the front
rear and side yard lines of Section 3.1.2 Residential Area.Densinx and Dimensional
Requirements.
7.Manure shall not accumulate t0 cause any health hazard and shall be subject to inspection by IheEnvironmentalHealthOfficerand/or Department of Agriculture.Any manure storage areashallbescreenedandlocatedincompliancewiththeHealthCodes(separating distances fromsepticandwells)‘Particular attention shall be paid to the location of any manure storage andthedrainagepatternonsiteandpotentialimpacts.Adequate fly control measures shall berequired.
8.Fire control facilities for the barns and other accessory buildings shall be required where thepublicisallowedadmission.Such control facilities shall be subject to review ofthe Fire Marshal.
9.The use of public address systems,the conduct ofthe instruction of riders,training of horses,and the spectator participation in any type of competition shall be modulated and continuouslycon-trolled in order to avoid becoming a nuisance to the surrounding neighbors.All publicactivityshallceaseat8:00 p.m.and shall not begin prior to 7:00 a.m..unless permission for suchactivityisspecificallygrantedbytheCommission.
l0.The use oftemporary buildings or trailers for the stabling of animals in excess of 7 days is pro-hibited.Trailers must be placed in accordance with Section 7,19 Trailers and Camping Vehicles.
l l,The area shall be landscaped to harmonize with the character ofthe neighborhood The [andshallbesomaintainedthatitwillnotcreateanuisanceasdeterminedbytheCommission.AlllightingmustmeettherequirementsofSection6,3 Outdoor Lighting.
12.Any necessary State and/or Federal must be oMegHJSDMor slaughtering of animali
Approved Date:2/9/2l
Effective Date:2/28/21
Text proposed:1/16/25
Staff comment!
2/25/25
EXHIBIT B EXHIBIT B
EXHIBIT B EXHIBIT B
Municipalities
shouid aliow the
raising of swine
when a farm
complies with
state pubiic health
Code and utiiizes
generaliy accepted
agriCuiturai
practices.
Setbacks for swine
Some zoning regulations prohibit the keeping 0f swine or piggeries within theirmunicipality.There is a renewed interest in fresh,locally raised pork.Municipalitiesshouldallowtheraisingofswinewhenafarmcomplieswithstatepublichealth codeandutilizesgenerallyacceptedagriculturalpractices.
The Connecticut Public Health Code (Section 19—13-B23(a))requires setbacks for
pigs.However,such setbacks are measured from adjacent dwellings,not from
property lines.The Code states that a pigsty (enclosure for raising pigs)must be 300feetfromanyadjacentdwelling.
A gestation and farrowing barn on a property which has been in continuous use as afarmforatleast50yearsmaycontinueifitis200feetfromanyinhabiteddwellingontheproperty,except the proprietor of the barn (CGS §19a—341a).
Recommendation
Allow the raising of swine and piggeries provided the farm complies with theConnecticutPublicHealthCode,utilizes generally accepted agricultural practicesandmeetstherequirementsforsetbacksandsitesuitability.
Setbacks for Fencing
Farms should be able to utilize all their suitable acreage for pasture.Municipalregulationsshouldnotrequiresetbacksforfencingfrompropertylines.Setbacks forfencingtakelandoutofagriculturalproduction,create a maintenance problem forthefarmer.and can create confusion over where the property line is legally located.State statutes allow,and in certain limited circumstances may require propertyownerstofenceuptothepropertyline(CGS §47—43).
20 i ZONING RECULATiONs FOR LIVESTOCK:BEST PRACTICES
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT
CERTIFIED MAIL 7022 2410 0000 6508 7068
April 24,2025
Aaron Majewski
2022 John Fitch Boulevard
South Windsor.CT 06074
Dear Mr.Majewski:
RE:Appl.25—05P,Animal Agriculture Zoning Amendment ~to modify Section 5.8 and Section
7.12 to allow Commercial Animal Agriculture activities by Special Exception for A—20 zoned
properties in the Route 5 North Overlay zone.
We are pleased to advise you that at its meeting on April 22,2025.the Planning and Zoning
Commission voted to approve,with modifications your request for a zoning text amendment to
Sections 5.8 and 7.12.
A copy ofthe approved amendment is attached.along with the Legal Notice that was publishedintheJournalInquirer.
The effective date ofthe zoning amendment is April 27,2025.
Very truly yours.
l/g/kfb(/¢’:/W
Stephen Wagner,Chair
Planning &Zoning Commission
SW/js
Enclosures
1540 Sullivan Avenue,Snuth Windsnr,ET [15074 i Tel (EEU)E44>2511 Ext 2329 l Planning@SnuthWindsur-CT.guv
Applicant:Aaron Majewski
Project:Regulation Amendment i Section 5.8 Route 5 North Overlay Zone;Section
7.12 Horses/Ponies and Home Animal Agriculture
Date:Approved April 22.2025:effective April 27.2025
New language in red;Deletions shown with '’t .
SECTION 5.8 Route 5 North Overlay Zone (RSNOZ)
5.8.1 Purpose
The purpose ofthe Route 5 North Overlay Zone (R5NOZ)is to create a transitional overlay zone
which would afford property owners northerly ofthe Scantic River the opportunity to establish
certain commercial uses compatible with the remaining residential uses.while carefully managing
building design.placement,and landscape treatments in this high volume traffic corridor along US.
Route 5.The goal is to compliment the rural flavor here,while recognizing land owners’potential
need for commercial opportunities.The area will serve to transition from the more rural
surroundings to the built-up sections of Route 5 in East Windsor and in South Windsor southerly of
the Scantic River.
5.8.2 General Concepts
A.While the Commission would like to encourage property owners to develop in accordance with
the provisions ofthis section,the RSNOZ is an overlay zone where the property owner may choose
whether to develop in strict accordance with all of the provisions ofthe underlying zoning district,
or in strict accordance with all ofthe provisions ofthis section.
B.Given that this area serves as an entrance to South Windsor from the north,excellence in site
planning,landscape architecture and building architecture is an essential element ofthe R5NOZ.
All such developments shall take into consideration travel speeds on the abutting highway and
compatibility with adjoining residential uses.Landscape architectural elements (e.g.,berms and
plantings),are thus critical between proposed buildings,parking areas and Route 5,and between
buildings/parking lots and residences.Low Impact Development (LID)measures shall be
incorporated into the site design.
C.Locating ofsite driveways and parking areas must be sensitive and not intrusive to the existing
residences in the area.
D.Access management regulations shall be incorporated into the site design where required.
5.8.3 Pre-Application Discussion
Applicants are encouraged to initiate a pie—application conference with the Commission to discuss
the conceptual aspects ofthe proposed development and to prepare and present a conceptual plan
for informal consideration by the Commission.Neither the pre-application conference,the informalreviewoftheconceptplan,nor the Commission’s suggestions shall be deemed to constituteapprovalnordenialofanyportionoftheplan.
5.8.4 Permitted Uses
All uses in the underlying zone.
The following uses shall be allowed by Special Exception
[JI oo
1)Municipal Facilities and Uses
2)Day Care Facilities
3)Offices i professional,commercial,corporate and business4)Personal Service Shops
5)Recreational Facilities (shall not include adult—oriented entertainment establishments asdefinedbySection7.2.3.)Permitted accessory uses for indoor recreation may include:a.Entertainment,including music,sporting events and dancing;b.Areas primarily dedicated to serving,preparation,sales and consumption offood andbeverages,including alcoholic beverages for special events;andc.Auctions
6)Riding Academies,Bams and Stables,Commercial Animal Agriculture activities inaccordancewithSection7.12.2 (farm factories are not permitted)7)Home occupations,Home Offlce,Professional Office (Major),including landscapecontractorbusinessesandsimilaruses(see Table 3.l.lA and Article 7 Special Regulations)
.5 Site Appearance and Performance Standards
Existing trees and hedgerows shall be incorporated into site design and preserved to themaximumextentpossible.
All parking areas shall be a minimum of25 feet from the front property line.
Side and rear yards shall contain landscaped buffers of 10 feet in width.The provision ofSection6.2.4 Buffers shall not apply.
4)All outdoor storage must conform to Section 2.]l Commercial and Industrial Storage andDisplay.
5)Loading areas,truck parking,HVAC equipment,outdoor storage areas,trash collectionareasandothersuchservicefunctionsshallbeincorporatedintotheoveralldesign ofthesiteandlandscapingsothatthevisualimpactsandnoiseonsurroundingresidential
properties are minimized.
6)The location of structures housing animals (except pigs)shall be located 150 feet from anystreetandaminimumof100feetfromanydwellingonadjacentproperties.Fenced areashousingpigsshallbeaminimumof300feetfromanyresidentialdwelling.
Section 7.12 Horses/Ponies and Home Animal Agriculture
7.12.1 Home Animal Agriculture
A.Home animal agriculture includes animals bred,raised or kept for non—commercial purposesincludinobutnotlimitedtohorsesandponies,cattle,swine,sheep,goats,rabbits,poultryandfowla.and bees,but excluding common household pets such as (but not limited to)cats
and does.
B.Home animal agriculture may be conducted in all A,AA and RR residential districts.
C.A zoning compliance permit must be obtained from the Zoning Enforcement Officer.
D.Criteria for Evaluating Home Animal Agriculture Applications
l.The number ofanimals shall not exceed those established in Table 7.l2.lA or7.l2.2A.
The land on which the animals are to be kept is capable ofsafely supporting the
number and type ofanimals proposed.
kn The animals will be kept in a manner so as to not create a hazard to
themselves or the environmental quality of the neighborhood.
4.The animals are to be kept for non-commercial purposes.
5.The animals are kept in a manner that conforms to all applicable regulations ofthe Public
Health Code.the Department of Environmental Protection.the Connecticut Department
ofAgriculture.and the General Statutes of Connecticut.
Required Standards for Home Animal Agriculture
Prior to approving any application for a zoning permit for Home Animal Agriculture.the
Zoning Enforcement Officer shall consider each application with regard to the criteria set
forth in Table 7.12.1A or Table 7.12.2A and shall also determine whether such proposedactivityshallconformtothefollowingstandards:
l.Number of Animals Per Acre
a.The minimum lot size on which animals may be kept shall be l acre which may
include a dwelling;with the exception of chickens/hens and bees.Property owners
may have 16 chickens/hens on properties with less than an acre in the A-20 and A-
30 zones.Bees may be kept on lots of all sizes.
b.No more than l animal unit shall be kept on each acre owned up to a total of3 animal
units on 3 acres.More than 3 animal units shall be considered Commercial Animal
Agriculture and subject to the regulations governing such use.
c.The number and type of animals constitutinv an animal unit as well as the number
ofanimals permitted by lot size is as followsa:
Table 7.12.1A —Animal
Units
d.NoA-40 roostersand Ruralare permittedResidential in Z0nes,lon-Iot’sA—20.A 30 0rl acre—orAA 30 larger:zones Roosters are only allowed in the
e.Combinations of different animals and fowl are permitted provided the total number ofpennittedanimalunitsarenotexceededfortheavailableacreaaeForeKampIe2sheepand16chickenswouldbepermittedonlacre;however,1 cow anadil6 chickens would not beallowed.
f.All animals must be contained 0n the owner’s property.
Beehive Densityl)x
Table 7.12.2A —Hive Units
Limitations will not be imposed under the following two conditions:
a.lfhives are situated more than 200 feet from a property line;or
b.It‘the adjoining property is permanently protected as undeveloped land.
Type of Animal Number ofAnimaIs PerAnimalUnit No.ofAnimnls Permitted on
1 aerc 2 acres 3 acres
Hmse.pom'muledonkev
alpaca:.lla'm';dJin nr beefeuw.l l 2 3
Sheep or goals 5 5 10 15
Pins (excluding l liller undcr3mgmhs)Z malurc pins plus l liner
(3 montlis or less)2 plus lliner 4 plus lliner 6 plus lliner
Rabbits 25 25 50 75
Chickens 32 32 6-1 96
Ducks 16 16 32 4s
Geese,turkeys 8 8 16 24
Bee Hives See Table 7.12,2A
Acreage Number ofllives Permitted Nu mber ofNuesI’e rmitted
<‘/Zi -‘/.t Z 7
hf.-l 6 4
>1 No limit
huideliries‘
Ibilo“placement No limit.follow
placement
guidelines
,,D.Space Standards
a.Each animal will have free access to shelter in a building,which will provide shade and
protection from wind,rain and snow.A minimum of 100 square feet of interior floorspace
shall be provided for each animal unit or part thereof.All such buildings shall be constructed
and all food products kept as to prevent offensive odors and the presence of pest and
predators
Fences are required to mast be of sufficient height.strength.pole diameter,gauge of wire,
and densitv to assure that such animals shall not escape.Barbed wire fences shall not be used.
Electric fencing is permitted provided it is installed and maintained in accordance with
manufacturer and/or industry standards.Signs and/or other markers identifying the electric
fence must be installed.
Large and medium-sized animals including horses,cattle,sheep,goats,and swine shall have
access to exercise and living space compatible with their age and size.A minimum of 1,000
square feet of fenced exterior exercise area shall be provided for each animal unit of large
and medium sized animals kept.
All structures housing animals must meet the established setback for the applicable zone or
be a minimum of 15 feet from the property line,whichever is greater.
Bee hives should be placed in a quiet part ofthe yard.The hive entrance should be placedfacingthehiveowner’s property.The hive must be at least 15 feet from a property line,and
there should be either a fixed wall or a dense vegetative barrier ofat least six (6)feet in height
between the hives and the property line (unless placed greater than 25 feet from the propertyline).A water source shall be made available.
4.Site Suitability
Ideal sites for animal shelters and animal keeping areas are those reasonably high and well-
drained yet level enough to accommodate bam and fence construction and level paddocks or
exerc15e areas.
a.Slope:Sites with slopes greater than 15%should be avoided or improved to avoid heavy
surface water runoff.soil erosion,sedimentation or hazardous conditions for keeping
animals.
Drainage:Proper drainage shall be provided to avoid the collection of water.Water shall be
diverted from animal keeping areas;however.such water shall not pollute surface or sub—
surface water supplies.
Wetlands:Wetlands may be used for pasture during the grazing season but shall be avoided
when constructing shelters and exercise areas.
Septic System:Animal keeping areas shall not be permitted directly over land containing an
on-site sewage disposal system.
Natural or Man—Made Hazards:Sites containing excessive bedrock outcroppings.large
boulders or numerous stones or other natural or man—made obstructions that might be
hazardous to the animals shall be avoided.
5.Environmental Impact
a.Animals shall be kept in a manner as to minimize noise,odor and dust generation and t0avoidairandwaterpollution.
b.Shelters and keeping areas shall not be a breeding place for rodents or flies.
e.Manure storage shall be a minimum ofZO feet from the property line.
F.Advisory Opinions
l.The Zoning Enforcement Officer may refer the application to the University of ConnecticutC0»operative Extension Service or any other applicable organization for review and advisoryopinion.
G.Application for Home Animal Agriculture Permit
l.Where l animal unit consists ofmultiple animals,the keepino ofanimals comprisinv 10%orlessofthetotalanimalsinananimalunitispermittedasofbright,except for chickZns/henswhichrequireapermitregardlessofnumber.Where the keeping of animals will exceed the10%allowance in paragraph l above,or to keep chickens/hens (and/or hens)on yourproperty,the owner ofthe land on which the animals are to be kept shall submit to the ZoningEnforcementOfficerthefollowing:
a.A sketch map (using the best available boundary/site data)showing:
i.The boundaries ofthe property on which the animals are to be kept and thenamesoftheabuttingowners:
ii,Location of existing structures including dwellings on abutting properties.on-slte wells and sewage disposal systems;
iii.Location of proposed animal shelter and keeping areas,including fences;
.Number and type ofanimals to be kept;
v.Location of watercourses.waterbodies and wetlands;and
.Areas of slope in excess of 15%‘Town ofSouth Windsor topography mapsmaybeusedtodetermineslope:
b.A narrative describing:
i.The total acreage ofthe site on which animals are to be kept;
ii.The general nature and scope ofthe proposed use;and
iii.The provisions for storage of feed.grain,hay and animal excrements.
2.Beekeepers must submit documentation of annual registration to the State ofConnecticutEntomologistinaccordancewithCGS2§—89.
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7.12.2 Commercial Animal Aariculture or Home Agriculture in Excess 0f3
Acres '
Land3 buildings‘and other structures may be permitted as a Special Exception by the
Commission for commercial use involving the following animal agriculture activities:
l.Boarding and training stables for horses;
7 Private club riding stables;
3.Breeding stock farms;
Animal agriculture involving more than 3 animal units;
U.Animal sanctuaries (both commercial or non-profit);and
Animal rehabilitation facilities.
ln addition to the standards ofSection 7.121,the following conditions must be met:
l .The land shall be zoned RR,A-40 or A—20‘A—2O zoned properties must be within the Route
5 North Overlay Zone to qualify.
.This acreage shall be fenced,in whole or in part.Such fence shall contain the animals within
the property;except any land to be used exclusively for riding trails,which shall be owned
by the applicant,shall not ordinarily be required to be fenced All fencing and barriers shall
be designed to ensure that animals are not able to dig under them.The height design should
be appropriate for animals being kept.
.There shall be sufficient off—street parking facilities provided to accommodate all users and
visitors to the property,including spectators.The roads for entering and leaving the property
shall be located in such a manner as to not create a pedestrian or vehicular traffic hazard on
any public street.A minimum of l parking space per each 5 users or visitors to the property
shall be required.
The keeping ofanimals for other than personal Lise shall be restricted to the rear yard ofthe
premises,as defined in Section 3.].2.The accessory buildings that are used to shelter or feed
the horse shall be located at a minimum distance of 125 feet from any street line.40 feet
from any side or rear property line and,in addition,100 feet from any dwelling located on
an adjacent property.Outside feed troughs shall be located at the same minimum distance
from all property lines as are accessory buildings.The keeping of swine shall comply with
the public health code as it relates to separating distances from residences (currently Section
l9-l3-B23(a)requires 300 feet separating from adjacent dwellings).
Ln The number of animals to be kept on-site in a sanctuary or rehabilitation facility or as a part
ofa commercial animal agricultural permit shall be limited to Best Management protocols to
ensure adequate shelter and exercise space.Sites shall be designed using generally accepted
agricultural practices.
Any portion of the land which is used as a riding ring or corral shall be placed within the
front.rear and side yard lines of Section 3.1.2 Residential Area.Density.and Dimensional
Requirements.
Manure shall be managed in compliance with State Statute Sec 22-323a-6 Manure Management.
Manure shall not accumulate t0 cause any health hazard and shall be subject to inspection bytheEnvironmentalHealthOfficer.USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service or similarfarmbureauservice.Any manure storaae area shall be screened and located in compliancewiththeHealthCodes(separating distances from septic and wells and residences in the caseofpigs).Panicular attention shall be paid to the location of any manure storage and thedrainagepatternonsiteandpotentialimpacts.Adequate fly control measures shall berequired.
Fire control facilities for the barns and other accessory buildinos shall be required where the
public is allowed admission.Such control facilities shall be :ubject to review of the FireMarshal.
The use of public address systems,the conduct ofthe instruction ofriders.training ofhorsesandthespectatorparticipationinanytypeofcompetitionshallbemodulatedandcontinuouslycon-trolled in order to avoid becomino a nuisance to the surrounding neighbors All publicactivityshallceaseat8:00 p.m.and shall not begin prior to 7:00 a.m,.unless perinission forsuchactivityisspecificallygrantedbytheCommission.
10.The use oftemporary buildings or trailers for the stabling ofanimals in excess of7 days is
prohibited.Trailers must be placed in accordance with Section 7.19 Trailers and CampingVehicles.
ll,The area shall be landscaped to harmonize with the character ofthe neighborhood The landshallbesomaintainedthatitwillnotcreateanuisanceasdeterminedbytheCommission.All lighting must meet the requirements ofSection 6.3 Outdoor Lighting
12.Any necessary State and/or Federal must be obtained,e.g.USDA for slaughtering ofanimals.
TO BE PUBLISHED IN THE JOURNAL INQUIRER ‘
SATURDAY,APRIL 26,2025
SOUTH WINDSOR PLANNING &ZONING COMMISSION
The following actions were taken at the Regular Meeting of the South Windsor Planning &
Zoning Commission on Tuesday,April 22,2025:
1.Approved with changes Appl.25—05P,Majewski Animal Agriculture Text
Amendment ~request to modify Section 5.8 and Section 7‘12 to allow Commercial
Animal Agriculture activities by Special Exception for A-20 zoned properties in the
Route 5 North Overlay zone.(effective date 4/27/25)
Approved with modifications Appl.25-13P,250 Rye Street Distribution Warehouse —
request for a special exception to Section 7.25 and site plan of development for the
construction of a 200,000 square foot distribution facility including a new rail spur
connection to the CSO Main Line,on the property located at 250 Rye Street,I zone.
Stephen Wagner,Chairman
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