Covington, Kentucky Zoning Ordinance - The City of Covington

Article 16 DefinitionsSection 16.02 Definitions of Words and Terms16.02.53 DwellingAny building that is completely intended for, designed for, and used for residentialpurposes, but for the purposes of this zoning ordinance, does not include a hotelmotel,hotel, motel, nursing home, tourist cabins, college or university dormitories,or military barracks.16.02.54 Dwelling, TrailerSee Mobile Home.16.02.55 Dwelling UnitA building or portion thereof providing complete housekeeping facilities for a singlehousehold.16.02.56 EasementA right, distinct from the ownership of the land, to cross property with facilitiessuch as, but not limited to, sewer lines, water lines, and transmission lines, or theright, distinct from the ownership of the land, to reserve and hold an area fordrainage or access purposes.16.02.57 Eating/Drinking EstablishmentSale of prepared food and beverages for on- and off-premises consumption. Thefollowing and eating and drinking establishment types:A. RestaurantAn establishment primarily engaged in serving prepared food to thepublic.B. TavernAn establishment primarily engaged in serving alcoholic beverages forconsumption on the premises, and in which the serving of preparedfood is also permitted.C. NightclubAn establishment primarily engaged in serving alcoholic beverages forconsumption on the premises and providing live entertainment anddancing, and in which the serving of prepared food is also permitted.16.02.58 EntertainmentProvision of cultural, entertainment, athletic, and other events to spectators. Thefollowing are spectator sports and entertainment use types:A. SmallEntertainment and spectator sports establishments conducted withinan enclosed building with a capacity of no more than 149 persons.Typical uses include theaters and meeting or banquet halls.B. MediumEntertainment and spectator sports establishments conducted withinan enclosed building with a capacity of more than 149 and fewer than1,000 persons. Typical uses include theaters and meeting or banquethalls.Covington, KentuckyZoning Ordinance Draft: 6/22/05Page 16-9