§ 4E-101. Location and uses.

A.

Notwithstanding any other section of these regulations to the contrary, a brewery, Class 5A or Class 5B, as defined by Section 101 of these Zoning Regulations, is permitted by right in accordance with the terms of this section. In the event of a conflict with any other section, this section shall govern.

1.

A brewery is permitted as a matter of right as a principal use on a tract of land at least 40 acres in size, under common ownership or control, which is zoned a combination ML and MH and is located within 500 feet of the right-of-way of an interstate highway and has frontage on a state road.

2.

Accessory or auxiliary uses associated with the brewery are permitted as a matter of right and include, but are not limited to, offices, retail/gift shop, game room or arcade, tap room, tavern, restaurant, food service and public catering, live music or other entertainment, tours, exhibition and display, festivals and special events, and parking. Accessory or auxiliary uses may involve the use of interior or exterior space and are permitted anywhere on the tract.

B.

Buildings on the tract may also be utilized for the distillation or manufacture of beverage spirits and associated activities as a use permitted by right in combination with the brewery. Any buildings on the tract used for such purposes are governed by the area regulations contained in this section.