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Sec. 38-4. Organization.
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A. Structure of Regulations.The zoning regulations are divided into five parts:

Part I: General Provisions

Part II: Base District Regulations

Part III: Overlay District Regulations

Part IV: Regulations Applying in All or Several Districts

Part V: Administrative Regulations

B. Types of Regulations.Three types of zoning regulations control the use and development of property:

1.Land Use Regulations specify land uses permitted or conditionally permitted in each zoning district, and include special requirements, if any, applicable to specific uses. Land use regulations for base zoning districts are in Part II of the zoning regulations; land use regulations for overlay districts are in Part III. Certain regulations, applicable in all or several districts, are in Part IV.

2.Development Regulations control the height, bulk, location, and appearance of structures on development sites. Development regulations for base zoning districts are in Part II of the zoning regulations; development regulations for overlay districts are in Part III. Certain development regulations, applicable in all districts, are in Part IV. These include general regulations for site development, parking and loading, hazardous materials storage, and recycling facilities.

3.Administrative Regulations contain detailed procedures for the administration of zoning regulations, including requirements for use permits, and variances; architectural review; public hearings on ordinance and map amendments; development agreements; appeals of zoning decisions; nonconforming uses and structures; and enforcement. Administrative regulations are in Part V.