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19.05.070 Recreational classifications.

The purpose of this section is to define the various permitted uses in the recreation and open space classifications.

Campground: a plot of ground upon which two or more campsites are located, established, or maintained for occupancy by camping units as temporary living quarters for recreation, education, or vacation purposes.

Marina: a facility for the storing, rental, servicing, fueling, berthing, and securing of boats, that may include eating and retail facilities for owners, crews, and guests.

Recreational facilities, private: recreational facilities for the sole use of on-site or project residents and their guests, including swimming pools, spas, sports courts and community clubhouses.

Recreation facilities, public: publicly owned and operated parks, playgrounds, playing fields, gymnasiums, and other facilities for active and passive recreation.

Recreation and sports, indoor: the provision of predominantly participant sports and health activities within an enclosed building. Typical uses include bowling alleys, billiard parlors, ice and roller-skating rinks, indoor racquetball courts, athletic clubs, and health clubs.

Recreation and sports, outdoor: predominantly participant sports conducted in open or partially enclosed or screened facilities. Typical uses include hiking trails, equestrian facilities, driving ranges, golf courses, swimming pools, and tennis courts.

Recreation, passive: activities that involve relatively inactive or less-energetic activities, such as walking, hiking, horseback riding, observing, and picnicking.

Recreational vehicle park: any lot or parcel of land upon which two or more recreational vehicle sites are located, established, or maintained for occupancy by recreational vehicles of the general public as temporary living quarters for recreation or vacation purposes. "Temporary" in this case shall be defined as occupancy for fewer than ninety continuous days.

Staging area: an area that provides access to regional park trails and public recreational uses. Public parking and information and interpretive centers are included.