HomeMy WebLinkAbout24-009 ORDINANCE NO. 24-009
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8 "AVIATION"
OF THE ST. LUCIE CODE, BY AMENDING ARTICLE I
"GENERAL PROVISIONS"; ARTICLE II "ST. LUCIE
COUNTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT RULES AND
REGULATIONS"; ARTICLE II, DIVISION 3 "GENERAL
AVIATION MINIMUM STANDARDS"; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR APPLICABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR FILING WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF
STATE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE;
PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION AND PROVIDING FOR
CODIFICATION
WHEREAS, St. Lucie. County owns and operates the St. Lucie County International
Airport(the he"Airport"); and
WHEREAS,the County adopted General Aviation Minimum Standards in 1982 and were
most recently amended in 2007; and ,
WHEREAS, Chapter 8 (Aviation) of the St. Lucie County Code provides for the general
provisions,rules and regulations, and minimum standards of operations at the Airport; and
WHEREAS, the Legislature of the State of Florida has, in Section 125.01(1) — Florida
Statutes, conferred upon local governments the authority to provide and operate air transportation
systems, and
WHEREAS,pursuant to Article 8 of the Florida Constitution and Section 125.66, Florida
Statutes, St. Lucie County possesses the police powers to enact ordinances in order to protect the
health, safety, and welfare of the County's citizens; and
WHEREAS, on December 12, 2023, the Board authorized permission to advertise the
proposed amendments to Chapter 8 of the St. Lucie County Code; and
WHEREAS, on December 13, 2023, County staff contacted airport tenants and
stakeholders to distribute the proposed amendments to Chapter 8 of the St. Lucie County Code
and solicit feedback; and
WHEREAS, on January 30, 2024, a virtual meeting was held with airport tenants and
stakeholders to solicit feedback on the proposed amendments to Chapter 8 of the St. Lucie County
Code; and
WHEREAS, on February 2, 2024, County staff again contacted airport tenants and
stakeholders to distribute the proposed amendments to Chapter 8 of the St. Lucie County Code
and solicit feedback; and
MICHELLE R.MILLER,CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
SAINT LUCIE COUNTY
FILE# 5322802 04/09/2024 04:27:19 PM
OR BOOK 5132 PAGE 1292-1371 Doc Type:ORDN
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WHEREAS, St. Lucie County has prepared a Business Impact Estimate (BIE) pursuant to
Section 125.66(3)(a), Florida Statutes and has published the BIE information for this proposed
ordinance on its website for public viewing and consideration on March 11, 2024; and
WHEREAS, on March 22, 2024, at a duly advertised public hearing, the Board determined
that it is necessary and in the public interest to amend Chapter 8 of the St. Lucie County Code as
set forth herein.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of St.
Lucie County, Florida:
SECTION 1. ARTICLES I (GENERAL PROVISIONS), ARTICLE II (ST. LUCIE
COUNTY INTERNATIONAL RULES AND REGULATIONS), AND
ARTICLE II, DIVISION 3 (GENERAL AVIATION MINIMUM
STANDARDS) OF THE ST. LUCIE CODE IS HEREBY AMENDED AS
FOLLOWS:
Chapter 8 AVIATION'
ARTICLE I. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Sec. 8-1. Definitions.
a) Unless specifically defined in this section, words, terms or phrases used in this chapter shall be interpreted so
as to give them the meaning they have in common usage and to give this chapter the most reasonable
application. Words not specifically defined in this section which relate to aeronautical practices, processes,
and equip iefAIqUipment shall be construed according to their general usage in the aviation industry.
Abandon means to forsake, desert, give up and surrender one's claim or right.
Abandoned, as applied to prepeFty, Mperty, other than aiFeraftAircraft or vehielesVehicles, left at the
a+rpertAirport, means that it has been left on the a4peAAirport for 48 hours without the ewnerOwner moving or
claiming it.
AC means an advisory circular issued by the FAA to help explain the intent of a federal regulatier}Regglatory
Measure, to provide guidance and information to the aviation public in a designated subject area, or to show an
acceptable method for complying with a related federal regelatieaResulatory Measure.
Accident means a collision or other contact between any part of an aiFff ft vehicle, ^^ ^^Aircraft. Vehicle,
Person, stationary object and/or other thing which results in preperty.E erty damage, personal injury, or death;
or an entry into or emergence from a moving a4er-a#tAircraft or vehieleVehicle by a perser+Person which results in
State law reference(s)—Aviation, F.S. chs. 329-333.
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personal injury or death to such pefs,&R erson or some other persenPerson or which results in pFepeFtyProperty
damage.
Aeronautical Getivity (er- Ger-enGutic-elGeti„iti s er eetivi4e , tivities)Activity means any activity or service
that involves, makes possible, facilitates, is related to, assists in, or is required for the operation of a+FGFaft eF
Aircraft, or which contributes to or is required for the safety of s+lChAircraft
Operations-. or, if different from the definition set forth herein the definition of Aeronautical Activity set forth by
the FAA in FAA Order 5190 FAA Airport Compliance Manual or any revision thereto. The following activities,
without limitation, which are commonly conducted on aiFper-tsrAirports, are considered aeronautieal
itiesAeronautical Activities within this definition: a+rGraftAircraft charter, pilot training, aiFeFa#tAircraft rental,
aerial sightseeing, aerial photography, aerial spraying and agricultural aviation services, aerial advertising, aerial
surveying, air carrier operations (passenger and cargo), aer-atAircraft sales and service, sale of aviation 4 eiFuel
and oil, aiFGFaft mafntenanceAircraft Maintenance, sale of aiFeFaftAircraft parts, and any other activities which,
because of their direct relationship to the operation of aircraftAircraft or the ~Airport, can appropriately be
regarded as an aeFenautical activity.Aeronautical Activity. For the purposes of the ^F*FnaFy gUffidiAR
derasGeneral Provisions Minimum Standards, and Rules and Regulations, all products and services described
herein are deemed to be aeFanawtiea' ^r+^ hips Aeronautical Activities.
Agreement means a written contract, executed by both parties, and enforceable by law between the
eeuntyCounty and an eRtitya Person granting a concession, transferring rights or interest in land and/or
FmpFevementslmprovements, and/or otherwise authorizing and/or prohibiting the conduct of certain activities.. at
the Airport. Such ,oreemefAAgreement will recite the terms and conditions under which the activity will be
conducted at the a+99eAAjL ort, including, but not limited to, term of the agreem,& tAgreement; rents, fees, and
charges to be paid by the e"Person; and the rights and obligations of the respective parties.
Aircraft means any contrivance now known or hereafter invented which is used or designed for navigation e#
or flight in air or space, except a parachute or other contrivance designed for such navigation but used primarily as
safety equi weMgul ment. This includes, but is not limited to, airplanes, electric vertical take -off and landing vehicles (
eVTOL), airships, balloons, dirigibles, rockets, helicopters, gliders, gyrocopters, ground -effect machines, sailplanes,
amphibians, and seaplanes. This definition does not include UAS. Aircraft
designCharter Operator means a Commercial Operator engaged in on -demand common carriage
for Persons or Propertv (as defined in 14 CFR 135) or operating in private carriage under 14 CFR 125. Aircraft
Design Group means a grouping of aircra#tAircraft based upon wingspan. The groups are as follows 1)
Group I: Up to but not including 49 feet. 2)
Group II: 49 feet up to but not including 79 feet. 3)
Group III: 79 feet up to but not including 118 feet. 4)
Group IV: 118 feet up to but not including 171 feet. 5)
Group V: 171 feet up to but not including 214 feet, 6)
Group VI: 214 feet up to but not including 262 feet. Aircraft
iine RgGintenGnA Line Maintenance means ,fFeFaft Fnaint^^^^^^Aircraft Maintenance typically required
to return an aiaftAircraft to service within a short period of time. Examples include, but are not limited to,
replenishing lubricants, fluids, nitrogen, and oxygen; servicing of landing gear tires and struts; lubricating aireFa€
tAircraft components; and avionics/instrument removal and/or replacement. Page
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Aircraft mGintenepceMaintenance means the repair, maintenance, alteration, calibration, adjustment,
preservation, or inspection of a+FeFa#tAircraft airframe, power plant, propeller, and accessories (including the
replacement of parts) as described in 14 CFR Part 43.
Aircraft epeeFMaintenance Operator means a per-se}Commercia Operator engaged in providing Aircraft
Maintenance on airframes and powerplants (as described in 14 CFR 43) for Aircraft other than those owned
leased and/or operated by (and under the full and exclusive control of) the Aircraft Maintenance Operator, which
includes the sale of Aircraft parts and accessories.
Aircraft Management Operator means a Commercial Operator engaged in the business of providing Aircraft
management including but not limited to flight dispatch flight crews, or Aircraft Maintenance coordination to
the general public.
Aircraft Operator means a Person who uses, causes to be used, or authorizes to be used an aircraftAircraft,
with or without the right of legal control (as ewer, le-s-seeOwner, Lessee, or otherwise), for the purpose of air
navigation, including the piloting of a+FGFa4Aircraft, or on any part of the surface of the a4peAAiL ort.
Aircraft Rental Operator means a Commercial Operator engaged in the rental of Aircraft to the general
public.
Aircraft Sales Operator is a Commercial Operator engaged in the sale of three or more new and/or used
Aircraft during a 12-month period.
Airframe and ^ewer plont mec*Gni Power Plant Mechanic (orA & P mecheni Mechanic) means a
perseaPerson who holds an a4er-a#tAircraft mechanic certificate with both the airframe and power plant ratings.
This certification is issued by the FAA under the provisions of 14 CFR Part 65.
Airport means the eeunty internatieRa' ^"^^"* ap Treasure Coast International Airport located in St. Lucie
County, Florida, including all land, ifflPFevementsimprovements, and appurtenances within the legal boundaries of
the aWpe4Air ort as it now exists on the aiFPGFt layout pta-RAirport Layout Plan (or exhibit A of the most recent
FAA gFaRt and SPORSeF aSSUFa^csAirport Assurances) and as it may hereinafter be extended, enlarged, or
modified.
Airport e_,;&Assurances means those contractual obligations that are described by law in 49 USC
47107 and are undertaken by a public afr-per-tAirport sponsor as a condition of receipt of federal ~Airport
development grants or federal surplus prepertyProperty.
Airport mGnegefDirector means the individuaWerson charged with the duty to manage, supervise, control,
and protect the aiFpeFtAirport or such etheF epApleyee of the ,..+ as the eFt FnanageF „ f,-em time t torn,-
his or her designee.
Airport idepti#cGtien badge (bedg"Identification Badge (or Badge) means a badge or similar device allowing
access to certain restricted parts of the ~A Mort.
Airport feu p4nLayout Plan (or ALP) means the currently -current FAA -approved drawing and
accompanying text) depicting the physical layout of the ~Airport and identifying the location and
configuration of current and proposed runways, taxiwa sTaxiways, buildings, roadways, utilities, navaids, etc.
Airport Master Plan (orAMP) means an assembly of appropriate documents and
drawings covering the development of the Airport from a physical economic social and political jurisdictional
perspective and adopted by the County, a copy of which is on file and available for inspection in the Airport
Director's office and any amendments modifications revisions, or substitutions thereof. The Airport Layout Plan
ALP) is a part of the Master Plan.
Airport Operations Area (orAOA) means the geographic location that includes awFGFaft ffleVe eRtAircraft
Movement Areas, Aircraft Parking areas, . iFeraft paFkiRg areas (aprep, A rons), loading ramps, safety areas and
any adjacent areas (such as geneFal aviatiEmGeneral Aviation areas) that are not separated by adequate security
systems, measures, or procedures.
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Applicant means an entitya Person desiring to use land and/or iMprOVeMeRtSimprovements at the
a+rpeftAirport to engage in aerenautiea' activetwesAeronautical Activities and who shall apply in writing and in the
manner or form prescribed herein for authorization to engage in such activities at the a+,peAAiMort.
Apron means those pay-edPaved areas of the a#p-9AAj port within the AOA designated for the loading or
unloading of Aircraft passengers, servicing, or pa Pi! kin of aircra4Aircraft.
Association means an entity legally formed and recognized under the laws of the stateState having an
existence separate and apart from its members or shareholders (i.e., limited liability company, corporation,
partnership, limited partnership, etc.).
Air Traffic Control (orATC) means the air traffic control operator at the Airport.
Avgas means aviation gasoline.
Avionics or Instrument Maintenance Operator means a Commercial Operator engaged in the business of
maintenance or alteration of one or more of the items described in 14 CFR 43, Appendix A (i.e., Aircraft radios,
electrical systems, or instruments).
Based eirwtrftAircra t means any a+reraftAircraft utilizing the a+rpeAAirport as a base of operation (other
than occasional transient purposes) and is -registered at the alqae4AIMort with an assigned tied Tiedown or
hangar space 9R the aiFPGFt Or adjOiRiAg pFeperty which has diFeet taxiway aecess te the airpertat the Airport.
GeFtf;;e;Certi icate of;;,sur-Gneelnsurance means a certificate provided by and executed by an
Operator's insurance company evidencing the insurance coverages and limits of the epeFaterOperator.
CFR means the Code of Federal Regulations, as it may be amended from time to time.
Commercial means an activity with the intent to generate and/or secure earnings, income,
sempensatio ;Compensation (including exchange or barter of goods and services), and/or profit, whether or not
such objectives are accomplished.
Compensation means any form of reimbursement for goods or services, such as, but not limited to,
monetary, barter, favors, or gratuity.
Contiguous 4ndLand means land that is sharing an edge or boundary or is separated by no more than a
ta)(ilaneTaxilane or tax+wayTaxiwa .
Curbside meaRs the curb and those laRes designated by the manageF fer leadiRg and URIE)ading adj@CeRt W
the terFA*Ral buildiRg area at the airpeFt.
Cur-Fent meaRs all rents, fees, and ether chaFges (requiFed te be paid URder any and all affeements) are paid.
Co-op Fueling means fueling by or on behalf of an organization of tenants of a single contiguous leasehold
who have a formal or informal agreement or arrangement for the purchase, storage and dispensing of fuel to one
another (the participants in the arrangement) Co-op Fueling is not permitted at the Airport.
County means St. Lucie County, Florida.
Department of tr-a+spertotienTransportation (or DOT) means the cabinet department of the United States
government concerned with transport. The DOT is administered by the United States Secretary of Transportation.
Derelict means deserted (abande+fe 4 r Abandoned by an ewRerOwner and/or in dilapidated condition. This
does not include aircraftAircraft under the care, custody, and control of a commeFdalCommercial aeronautical
eperatsrOperator for the purpose of refurbishment or repair.
Development ,,,,,Guidelines means the County's parameters governing the design, construction,
and/or modification of eperaterOperator or lesseel-essee facilities at the akpeAAIMort, as they may be adopted or
amended from time to time.
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Emergency vehicieVehicle means a YehideVehicle of law enforcement or the pe4 ee-e-r--fire
depaFtme;idistrict, ambulance or any aehieleVehicle conveying an akl e ,t irport official or ~Air ort
employee in response to an official emergency call.
Environmental Laws means and includes all federal State and local Regulatory Measures relating to
environmental quality, health safety, contamination and clean-up as they currently exist or may exist in the
future including without limitation the Clean Air Act 42 U.S.C. §7401 et seq.; the Clean Water Act, 33 U.S.C.
1251 et seg., the Water Quality Act of 1987• the Federal Insecticide Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act ("FIFRA"), 7
U.S.C. §136 et seq • the Marine Protection Research and Sanctuaries Act 33 U.S.C. §1401 et seq.; the Noise
Control Act 42 U.S.C. §4901 et seq.• the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act ("RCRA"), 42 U.S.C. §6901 et
seg., as amended by the Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments of 1984; the Safe Drinking Water Act, 42 U.S.C.
300f et seq • the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act ("CERCLA"), 42 U.S.C.
9601 et seg., as amended by the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act, and the Emergency Planning
and Community Right to Know Act and the Radon Gas and Indoor Air Quality Research Act; the Hazardous
Material Transportation Act 49 U.S.C. §9601 et seq.• the Toxic Substance Control Act ("TSCA"), 15 U.S.C. §2601 et
seq • the Atomic Energy Act 42 U.S.C. §2011 et seq.• and the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982, 42 U.S.C. §1010 et
seq • all State environmental protection superlien and environmental clean-up statutes, with implementing
Regulatory Measures and guidelines and all local Regulatory Measures insofar as they are equivalent or similar to
the Federal laws recited above or purport to regulate Hazardous Materials, and judicial precedent of each of the
foregoing.
Equipment means all pFepeFtVProperty and machinery, together with the necessary supplies, tools, and
apparatus necessary for the proper conduct of the activity being performed.
Exclusive 4g taight means a power, privilege, or other right excluding or preventing another from enjoying
or exercising a like power, privilege, or right. An exclusive rightExclusive Right may be conferred either by express
agreement, by imposition of unreasonable standards or requirements, or by any other means. Such a right
conferred on one or more parties, but excluding others from enjoying or exercising similar rights, would be an
exGlusive Fight. An exclusive Fight to eenduct an aeFE)Rautical aetivity which is feFlaidden by federal FegulatieR is
distiRguished fFem an exelusive Fight te occupy Feal estate whiGh is peFFAffitted by fedeFal regulatieR under eertain
eeRdWensExclusive Right.
Federal Aviation Administration (or FAA) means the agency within the ,tDepartment of
traRspekatieRTransportation of the United States ^^ emment that has the responsibility of ^.-erneting safety in
the aiF, by both regulates and edueatieR.funds airports.
Fire d+e-District means the eyCounty fire district and its firefighting personnel who are responsible for
firefighting at the ak Air rt.
Fixed ,b^s^ eperGtqFBase Operator (or FBO) means a eemmercial opeFateFCom.mercial Operator engaged in
the sale and/or subleasing of products, services, and facilities to aiincluding, at a
minimum, the following activities at the a peAAirport: 1)
Sale of aviation #u-e4Fuels and lubricants (et fuel, avgasJet Fuel, Avgas, and aiFeFa4Aircraft lubricants}:)
unless such sale is otherwise prohibited by County ordinances. 2)
Passenger, crew, and a*er- tAircraft ground services, support, and amenities. 3)
Aircraft maieMaintenance. 4)
Tiedown, hangar, and ,fFGFaft ^^Fl(i^^.Aircraft Parking. Flight
training Troininq means any use of an aireFa#tAircraft to increase or maintain pilot or crewmember proficiency
rather than the use of an a4er-a#tAircraft as transportation between two different aiegeetsAir orts or Page
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other destinations. Flight trainin zjraining shall also include any portion of a flight between two airpeFtsAirports or
other destinations dedicated to increase or maintain pilot or crewmember proficiency.
Flight Training Operator means a Commercial Operator engaged in providing Flight Training to the general
public.
Fuel means any substance (solid, liquid, or gaseous) used to operate any engine in affiFGFaft, vehiel Aircraft,
Vehicles, or equipn}ep&jg9 ipment.
Fuel #eli+Handling means the transporting, delivering, fueling, or draining of fueiFuel or faeiFuel waste
products.
General e-vi W&RAviation means all aviation, with the exception of air carriers (including cargo) and
government. GeReFal aviati^^ ^0ruaft' in which Aircraft are utilized for eFGialCommercial and
Noncommercial purposes, including business, corporate, recreational/pleasure, charter/air taxi,
industrial/special purpose, and instructional.
General previsiProvisions means provisions common to all ^F'mary guiding decu^A^^t5the Minimum Standards and
the Rules and Regulations and contained in St. Lucie County Code Sections 8-1 through 8-41. either: imitating
r
siblr, illness. r, 2) Pose
a substaRtial pFesent er potential hazard to human health er eRViFeRment when impreperly tFea stered, tFanSPOFted,
disposed of or theF . ise .Y aged. Governmental Authority means any federal, State, County, municipal or
other governmental entity (including County in its governmental capacity), or any subdivision thereof, with
authority over the Airport or aeronautical operations at or with respect to the Airport. Hazardous Materials
means and includes any materials substances, chemicals, pollutants, contaminants, or elements in
any physical State (liquid solid gaseous/vapor) that are prohibited limited or regulated by Environmental Laws
or any other substances chemicals materials, or elements that are defined as "hazardous," toxic," or "
wastes" under Environmental Laws or that are known or considered to be harmful, hazardous, or iniurious to
the human health or safety or the environment. Improvements means
all buildings, structures, additions, and facilities, including pavement, concrete, fencing, and
landscaping, constructed, installed, or placed on, under, or above any land on the aicpgaA Mort. Jetfi+eiFuel
means fuelFuel commonly utilized in teraeprepTurboprop and WFbej^+ ai.,..^f+.Turbojet Aircraft. Law ^^f^.-,.
eng t ^ff;, fffnforcement Officer means any law enforcement officers of any federal, sta-eState, County, or
local Governmental Authority. Leased prergisesPremises
means the land and/or iMpFevernentsimprovements at the Airport used exclusively under ,ores^^^^
tAgreement by eperate-Fan Operator for the conduct of epeFatee'sthat Operator's activities. Lessee means
ap entit-ya Person that has entered into an zor^^n^^n*Agreement with the ceae-tyCounty to occupy, use,
and/or develop land and/or imprevementsimprovements and engage in aereRauticai t^vi
TAeronautical Activities at the Airport. Lightaire tAircra
t means afeera4Aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds or less. Limousine means
any motor vehieleVehicle having a seating capacity of not less than six and not more than eight perseesPersons,
excluding the driver, operating to and from the a*peAAirport for hire in accordance with a valid motor
carrier license issued by the beard nty, but shall not include taxicabs or vans as defined in section St. Lucie
Count Code Section 12-139. Page 7
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of which is on file and available far inspectien in the airport FnanageF's effice, and any amendments, modifleations,
ubst*tutm a ns the reef. The a iFp a Ft layout p lan (ALP) is a PaFt efthe master
Minimum ska44rds5tandards means those qualifications, standards, and criteria set forth as the minimum
requirements to be met as a condition for the right to engage in activitiesCommercial Aeronautical Activities at the
a+rpertAirport, as they may be amended from time to time and as set forth in St. Lucie County Code Sections 8-
132 through 8-151.
Movement areaArea means the runways, taxiwaysTaxiways, and other areas of the a4geAAirport which are
utilized for taxiing/hover taxiing, air taxiing, takeoff, and landing of a+FGFaftAircraft, exclusive of loading ramps and
parkingParking areas. Specific approval for entry onto the maven^^* areaMovement Area must be obtained from
ATC.
National Fire Protection Association (or NFPA) means all eedes, star aFGIS rules Rd regulati w `Regulatory
Measures contained in the Standards of the National Fire Protection Association, as may be amended from time to
time, and are incorporated herein by reference.
Noncommercial means not for the purpose of securing earnings, income, eerepeesatienCompensation
including exchange of service), and/or profit.
Noncommercial epereterHangar Operator meansapentitya Person that develops or constructs one or more
hangar structures for the primary purpose of storing Aircraft used for Noncommercial purposes only by the
Noncommercial Hangar Operator
Noncommercial Operator means a Person that either owns or leases and operates aieeraftAircraft for
personal or recreational purposes. In the case of a business, the operation of aireraftAircraft must be an ancillary
activity to support the business's primary purposes by providing transportation for the exclusive use of its
employees, agents, and/or customers.. and not available to the general public. In all cases, the
eperate+Noncommercial Operator neither offers nor engages in eemrAeFeial aeFepa tieal ^"+`""`^"Commercial
Aeronautical Activities.
Non-nievement GreaMovement Area means those areas of the a+rpertAirport where a*eFaftAircraft taxi, or
are towed or pushed without radio contact with ATC or with other a+FeFaftAircraft. These areas are usually
confined to those immediately adjacent to hangars, shops, terminal buildings and other structures. NOR
movement aFeaS are usually defined as part efthe same feFpAal agFeemeRt FefeFeRr=ed heFeiR uRdeF FneveMeRt
areas
Operator, as used in County's lease/rates and charges policy and FniRimum standaFdsMinimum Standards,
means as entitya Person that has entered into an ,orementAgreement with the eeer}tyCounty or an approved
s, bleaseSublease for office, shop, hangar, or land to engage in cammeFeial aerena tical aeti ities.Commercial
Aeronautical Activities.
Owner means the registered legal owner of an a4era#Aircraft according to the records of the FAA or a
vehoeleVehicle according to the depart i4entState Department of meter vehiele FeeE)F s.Motor Vehicle Records.
Park or pGrkin fParking means the standing of an aiFGraftAircraft or vehieleVehicle, whether occupied or not,
other than for the purpose of, and while, engaging in loading or unloading of prepertProperty and/or passengers.
Paved means te4aylaid or eevercovered with asphalt or concrete that forms a firm level surface.
Permission means a right or approval granted by the ' Airport Director.
Piston eire, a Eerson means an aiFeFaftentity, firm Association, partnership, limited liability company, trust,
corporation or other legal entity, including a Governmental Authority, as well as a natural person.
Piston Aircraft means an Aircraft that utilizes a reciprocating engine for propulsion.
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Private vehieleVehicle means any veh+eleVehicle operated for transportation of peFsensPersons or baggage
that are not customers of the veh*ele epeicaterVehicle Operator, and no revenue is being derived from the
transportation, either directly or indirectly.
Property means anything that is owned by aR entitya Person. Property is divided into two types:
1) Real pFepertyProperty, which is any interest in land, real estate, grewing plants or the
Improvements on it; and
2) Personal prepentyProperty, which is everything else.. including, without limitation, fixtures and business
Equipment.
Public aFeaArea means those areas of the ~AiMort open for public thoroughfare, gathering, waiting,
and/or viewing, and in which access is not restricted by federal or County Regulatory
Measures.
Readily avaiiedleAvailable means conveniently located (in close proximity) and accessible, but not necessarily
located on the !eased pFemiseELeased Premises.
Refueling veh+EleVehicle means any vehideVehicle used for the transporting, handling or dispensing of
fuelsFuels, oils, and lubricants.
Regulatory meGsuFe Measures means federal, state, eaunty, State, County, and a+rq-&rlocal laws, statutes,
codes, ordinances, policies, guidance, rules, and regulations, including, without limitation, those of the United
States Department of Transportation, the FAA, TSA, EPA, EPCRA, the Airport
Assurances the General Provisions the Minimum Standards, and the Rules and Regulations, all as may be in
existence, hereafter enacted, and amended from time to time. Repair
stGtiaRStation means a certificated aircraft mainten,^e-^Aircraft Maintenance facility approved by the FAA
to perform specific maintenance functions. These facilities are certificated under 14 CFR Part 145. Rules
and regu!Gtie44s6eaulations means n<+IesAirport Rules and eegulatiensRegulations of the aig)-aaCounty, properly
adopted by resolution of the beardBoard of county eemm4ssoaneFsCounty Commissioners, as may be adopted
or amended from time to time.- including but not limited to St. Lucie County Code Sections 8-42 through 8-
131. Runup
means aiFeFaftAircraft engine operation above normal idle power for purposes other than initiating taxi
or takeoff. Security
Identification Display Area (SIDA) means a portion of the Airport in which security measures specified
in Title 49 Part 1542 of the Code of Federal Regulations are carried out. Self-
fue4hqgfyLling means the fueling of an aircra#tAircraft by the ewneFOwner of the a+FGFaftAircraft, or the ewneF''-
sOwner's employee, using the . Owner'
s Equipment. The right to commeremal ,
fseFVice affiFeFaft fueling stateAm + ti n fueling *, Fueling is subject to Regulatory Measures of
the FAA and the County. Sheriff's
depar-fwe4+tDepartment means agency and law eRfE)Fee em fficeF-Law Enforcement Officers having jurisdiction (
responsibility) over those portions of the ~Airport located within the yCounty. As such, the
terms "sheriffs depaFtmentSheriff's Department" and "law enfeFeement e4iceFLaw Enforcement Officer" are used
herein interchangeably. SPCC plaPP/
an means a spill prevention, control, and countermeasures plan for the Airport, as may be amended from
time to time. Specialized Aviation
Service Operator (orSASO) means a eammerGial eperCommercial Operator
that provides any one or a combination of the following activities: a+rr-raft mamRtenaneeAircraft Maintenance,
avionics or instrument maintenance, a+reFa4Aircraft rental or flight s Page 9
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a+reraftFlight Training, Aircraft charter or ak-c4 tAircraft management, air-eraftAircraft sales, sky diving, and other
eemrneFdal .,,,r,...aHtiGal aetivities. Commercial Aeronautical Activities. SASOs shall not sell Fuel.
State means the State of Florida.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (or "SWPPP41 means the stormwater
pollution prevention plan for the airfeAAirport, as may be amended from time to time.
Sublease means an agreement entered into by an eRtitya Person with an aperatefOperator or lesseeLessee
that transfers rights or interests in the •ater's ^F'^"^^'`'""ed premiseOperator's or Lessee's Leased
Premises and is enforceable by law.
Sublessee means an ertitya Person that has entered into a subleaseSublease with an epeFate-FOperator or
lesseeLessee who is authorized to engage in commerGial a^r^^^, +'r^' ,r+,vitie`Aeronautical Activities at the
a+rpertAi rpo rt.
Toxilane means the portion of the aircrA paFlFingAircraft Parking area used for access between
taxiways Taxiways and aprer sAprons and not under ATC control.
Taxiway means a defined path, usually pavedPaved, over which aiFeraftAircraft can taxi from one part of an
a*FpeFtAirport to another (excluding the runway) and may be under ATC control.
Tiedown means an area pa Paved or unpaved suitable for parkiRgParking and mooring of aireFaftAircraft
wherein suitable tiedownTiedown points and equip + +entEquL ment (to facilitate Aircraft Tiedown)
are located.
TeUeh GRd geTransient Parking means the
n the same doFeetien OR that Funway instead E)f landing and cerniRg to a full step an the FURway before preeeeding
T + Grr iRg means the ,,.,long of .- Parking of Aircraft not normally based at the a4pe4Airport in
an area specifically set aside by the FBO or the County for this purpose.
TSA means the Transportation Security Administration of the United
States Department of Homeland Security.
Turbojet Gk-c-tAlrcra t means an a+FEFaftAircraft that utilizes one or more jet engines that have a turbine
driven compressor and develop thrust from the exhaust of hot gases.
Turboprop ak-cr Aircra t means an a+FEFaftAircraft that utilizes a gas turbine engine to drive a set of
reduction gears, which, in turn, drives a propeller for propulsion.
UAS means unmanned aircraft systems including both the unmanned aircraft and the systems required to
operate such aircraft including without limitation, drones.
Ultralight vehieieVehicle means any contrivance used or intended to be used for manned operation in the air
by a single occupant; which does not have any U.S. or foreign airworthiness certificate; and, if unpowered, weighs
less than 155 pounds; or, if powered, weighs less than 254 pounds empty weight, excluding floats and safety
devices which are intended for deployment in a potentially catastrophic situation; has a ftrelFuel capacity not
exceeding five U.S. gallons; is not capable of more than 55 knots calibrated airspeed at full power in level flight;
and has a power -off stall speed which does not exceed 24 knots calibrated airspeed.
Vehicle means any device that is capable of moving itself, or being moved, from place to place upon wheels,
but does not include any device designed to be moved by human muscular power or designed to move primarily
through the air.
Vehicle eperaterOperator means any personPerson who is in actual physical control of a vehicle.
Vehicle permit,
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Vehicle Permit means a permanent sticker affixed to the rear bumper of a vehieleVehicle authorizing access
to the move e^` aFeasMovement Areas of the aWpoAAirport.
b) Definitions identified and defined in section 8-1, whenever used in the priwaFy guiding deeumentsGeneral
Provisions Minimum Standards or Rules and Regulations, shall be construed as defined therein unless from
the context a different meaning is intended, or unless a different meaning is specifically defined and more
particularly ascribed to the use of such words or phrases. All defined words shall be capitalized throughout
the pFffimaFy guiding d ecumeRtS.General Provisions Minimum Standards, and Rules and Regulations.
Code 1982, §§ 1-2.3-1, 1-2.3-17; Ord. No. 07-051, pts. A, B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-2. Governing body.
The Treasure Coast International Airport (Airport) is owned and operated
by the cer yCounty, and governed by and through the beardBoard of County
Commissioners (BOCC). The authority to grant the occupancy and use or development of a+rp-eAAirport land or
rarlmprovements, the right to engage in any e9FAFnezia;Commercial activity or aemnautieal
aetiv+t Aeronautical Activity at the a4peAAiMort, and to approve, adopt, amend, or supplement any
agreenre+ft? g ment, policy, or practice relating thereto, including the ^Fffimary guidi^^ deco "^"*sGeneral
Provisions Minimum Standards, and Rules and Regulations, is expressly reserved to the BOCC.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-18; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-3. Statement of policy.
a) It is the intent of the ca*RtyCounty to:
1) Plan, manage, operate, finance, and develop the ~Airport to ensure its long-term financial health
and protect and promote the health, safety, security, and general welfare of the public consistent with
all applicable regulatory m FesRegulatory Measures; and
2) Encourage the development and operation of geneFal aviat ^^ " Si sesCommercial Aeronautical
Activity and the provision of quality aviation products, services, and facilities to the public at the
ai LLl2 rt.
b) As set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), by way of its aiFPeFt
develeped with federal gFaRt assistanee isFequiFed teAirport Assurances, operate the Airport for the use and
benefit of the public and shall emake the Airport available to all types, kinds, and classes of
aeFenautieal Aeronautical Activity on fair and reasonable terms and without unjust discrimination.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-19; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-4. AiFpeFt man gemeMinquiries.
and
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c4 All official inquiries to the ce yC; my regarding the pFirriaFy guiding d ^^^^tsGeneral Provisions,
Minimum Standards, and Rules and Regulations, and/or compliance therewith should be directed to the a+rpert
FnanagerAirport Director.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-20; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-5. Authority to adopt.
The picimaFy guiding acu:AentsGeneral Provisions Rules and Regulations, and Minimum Standards are
promulgated under the authority granted by F.S. ch. 332 and F.S. § 332.08(24(a1 b), which authorizes the
eaunt(County to adopt and amend all needful rules, Fegula+i^^sand GFGIiRanee5Regulatory Measures. Code
1982, § 1-2.3-21; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Sec.
8-6. Compliance with FegulatOFY FAeas AFesRggMlatory Measures and coreemeR+_
Agreements. a)
All ept;tiesPersons occupying or using, engaging in an aeronautical ae4v#yAeronautical Activity on, or developing
akpaAAirport land or shall comply, at the entity'sPerson's expense, with
all applicable F^^ late''" Fn ''^&Regulatory Measures, including, without limitation, those of toe federal,
state, and lecal geveMment any other ager,eyGovernmental Authority having jurisdiction over the ~
Airport, the businesses operating at the ~Airport, and the activities occurring at the a+
epertAirport including the ,tDe tment of tFanspartatieeTransportation (DOT), the FAA, the stateState,
the County, the county, General Provisions, the primaicy guiding deGu nAentsRules and Regulations,
and the Minimum Standards, all as may be in effect and amended from time to time. b)
Compliance with the General Provisions, Rules and Regulations, and Minimum Standards
shall not excuse any en#t-yPerson from full and complete compliance with any responsibility or obligation
the ep #y. erson may have to the eau" my under any existing ,ore_ ^^^^*Agreement. Code
1982, § 1-2.3-22; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Sec.
8-7. Conflicting FegulateFy measures Regulatory Measures and ^_oFe eRtsAgreements; Severability.
a)
If a provision of the General Provisions, Rules and Regulations, or Minimum Standards
is found to be in conflict with any other provision of the pFiFnary gUidi^^''^C"^leRtsGeneral Provisions
Rules and Regulations, or Minimum Standards, a provision of any •egUlatoFy FAeasureRegulatory Measure,
or a provision of an existing ao* ^++ ^'^Agreement (if provided for in the agreee Agreement) or future agFe^
m^^+Agreement, the provision that establishes the higher or stricter standard shall prevail. b) It
is not the intent of the General Provisions, Rules and Regulations, or Minimum Standards to
repeal, abrogate, annul, or in any way impair or interfere with any existing provision of any gulateFy urea&
ufeRegulatory Measure except those specifically repealed by the primai:y guiding deeumentsGeneral Provisions
Rules and Regulations, or Minimum Standards. c) The
provisions of these General Provisions Rules and Regulations, and Minimum Standards shall be severable, and
if anv of the provisions hereof shall be held to be invalid, such determinations shall not affect the validity
of any of the remaining provisions. Code 1982, §
1-2.3-23; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Page 12
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Sec. 8-8. Repeal of FegulatGFV meal ff"Rggglatory Measures.
All a4peAAimort-related leasing policies, rates and charges policies, Minimum `tandardS F '^`Minimum
Standards, Rules and eegu+atie+sRegulations, and `evel^^^A^^t gu*d^'i^^`Development Guidelines previously
enacted by the ee4RtyCounty, and any other cov4tyCounty ordinance or resolution in conflict with the teary
guiding `oeur entsGeneral Provisions Rules and Regulations, or Minimum Standards are hereby repealed to the
extent of the conflict.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-24; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-9. Right to self-service.
The General Provisions Rules and Regulations, and Minimum Standards will not
exercise or grant any right or privilege which operates to prevent any er+tityPerson operating a+reraftAircraft on the
a+rpertAirport from performing any services on its own a+FGFaftAircraft with its own employees (including, but not
limited to, maintenance, repair, and fueling) that it may choose to perform.
1) However, individual apeFatafsgpgjrators may restrict the use of their exclusive leased ffemis^`Leased
Premises (to the extent permitted by Regulatory Measures) and each Aircraft
Operator must adhere to all applicable `^^u lateFy m `^`Regulatory Measures in the performance
of any services on its own aiFGFaftAircraft.
2) Further, any eratityPerson performing services on its own aircra#tAircraft must do so in compliance with
all applicable regulateFy r, r^`Regulatory Measures, including the
deeumeRtsGeneral Provisions Rules and Regulations, and Minimum Standards.
3) Co-op Fueling is not considered self-service fueling and is not permitted at the Airport.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-25; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-10. Prohibited activities.
Through -the -fence opeFat^" (eRti ^`Operators (Persons that have the right to direct access to an
aiFpeWs?A porVs runway and taxiwa ejaxiwaysystem from private Property on
Contiguous Land to the a#peAAir ort) are prohibited at the airpeAAjMort.
Any activity in violation of or in conflict with the General Provisions, Rules and Regulations, and Minimum
Standards.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-26; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-11. r*Rpr.Reserved.
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Sec. 8-12. Subordination.
The General Provisions Rules and Regulations, and Minimum Standards are
subject and subordinate to the provisions of any existing or future agreements between the eG t County and the
stateState or the United States pertaining to the operation, management, planning, and development of the
affiFpertAirport and are specifically subordinated to, and to be construed as in accordance with, the aiFpert
assu aneesAlrport Assurances.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-28; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-13. Notices, requests for approval, applications, and other filings.
Any notice, request for approval, application, or other filing required or permitted to be given or filed with
the eetwAyounty and any notice or communication required or permitted to be given or filed with any lessee; sublessee,
opeFat^•Lessee, Sublessee, Operator, or appifeapkApplicant pursuant to the primaFy guiding decurnentsGeneral
Provisions Rules and Regulations, or Minimum Standards shall be in writing, signed by the party
giving such notice, and shall be sent by overnight courier, United States certified mail, facsimile (confirmed by
dated return signature), email (confirmed by return email), or in person (confirmed with dated and signed receipt),
and shall be deemed to have been given when delivered to the county, lessee, sublessee epeFateF ^ appilsa.
atCounty Lessee, Sublessee, Operator, or Applicant at their principal place of business or such other address
as may have been provided to the ee4tyCounty. Code
1982, § 1-2.3-29; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Sec.
8-14. Amendments. The
PFiFnaFY gHidiRg docum^ Minimum Standards
may be supplemented, amended, or modified by the BOCC from time to time and in such a manner
and to such extent as is deemed appropriate by the BOCC. b)
The BOCC may issue special Fuses Fegulatie Regulatory Measures, notices, memoranda, directives, covenants,
restrictions, or conditions from time to time as is deemed appropriate or necessary, consistent with
the provisions of this Code and the pFiFnaFy guiding daeuu entsGeneral Provisions. Rules and Regulations,
and Minimum Standards. c)
The ime to time in amendments to
the Minimum Standards or Rules and Regulations which shall become effective upon the effective date of the
amendments to the Minimum Standards and Rules or Regulations, as applicable, and which shall apply to all
Tenants unless such applicability is prohibited by such Tenant's Lease. c)
The County shall provide for public notification of pending amendments to the priFAaFy guiding dec,
umeRtsGeneral Provisions Rules and Regulations, and Minimum Standards in order to provide the opportunity
for public comment and input by epeFaters, lessees,«sublesseesOperators, Lessees, Sublessees, consumers,
users, and the community. Code
1982, § 1-2.3-30; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Page
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Sec. 8-15. ".,ri.;;n --p or exe'''' ptie"Reserved.
Sec.8-16. Reserved.
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Sec. 8-17. Enforcement.
a) The ee*ntyCounty shall be responsible for enforcement of the pFimaFy guiding deeu ments.General
Provisions Minimum Standards and Rules and Regulations.
b) The ' Airport Director is empowered to requiFeenforce compliance with and enfeFee the
General Provisions Minimum Standards, and Rules and Regulations.
c) Any e"Person who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects, or refuses to comply with the pF*FA Fy gU r;^^
deGUMany Regulatory Measure the Rules and Regulations, General Provisions, or Minimum Standards,
or any lawful order issued pursuant thereto may be cited, removed from the akpe4AIMort, denied the use
of the ~Airport, and/or prevented from engaging in activities at the ak*Gr4Airport and shall be subject
to all legal, equitable, statutory, and common law rights and remedies available to the ee yC; nty,
including, but not limited to, actions for declaratory relief, injunctive relief, specific performance, and
damages.
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d) Any eptityPerson failing to comply with or knowingly and/or willfully violating w44-the PFiFRaFY guiding
deeume atsGeneral Provisions Minimum Standards or Rules and Regulations, or any Regulatory Measure
shall be guilty of a violation of lawthis Code in accordance with sectienSt. Lucie County Code Section 1-7.
e) The County may levy fines on Persons that violate the Rules and Regulations.
f) Persons shall have the responsibility to pay any fine or penalty levied against the Person the Airport, the
County, and/or the BOCC individually or collectively, and their representatives, officers, officials, employees,
agents and volunteers as a result of the Person's failure to comply with any applicable Regulatory Measures.
g) If the fine or penalty is contestable (and contested by the Person) the Person shall pay the fine or penalty
when upheld by the Governmental Authority having jurisdiction.
h) In the event an entitya Person fails to comply with the pFffimaFy guiding decumeRts, the aiF"Ft
FnaeageeGeneral Provisions Minimum Standards or Rules and Regulations, the Airport Director shall send a
written statement of violation to such e+ftltyPerson at its last known address. The eaityPerson shall have ten
days within which to provide a statement to the eeu+ityCounty explaining why the violation occurred and to
advise the a*FPert FnanagerAirport Director that the violation has been corrected. The awFpeFt
manageFAirport Director has the right to revoke the entity' Werson's privileges at the a peAAIMort or may
suspend the operations for such period of time as deemed necessary in order to obtain a correction of the
violation. In addition, any such vielatiensviolation shall be considered in renewing the entity's
applieati.Person's Agreement. The eptltyPerson shall pay for any costs incurred by the akpoAAirport,
including, but not limited to, attorney fees, under this subsection.
i) Any perseqPerson denied use of the alr A!Mort due to a violation of the primaFy guiding
decumeatsGeneral Provisions Minimum Standards or Rules and Regulations or any Regulatory Measure
may only use the a4poAAirport for the purpose of enplaning or deplaning (as a passenger) a+FGFaf-tAircraft
using the alrpeAAirport.
gi) Unless otherwise specified in the PFOMaFy guiding decu mentsGeneral Provisions, Minimum Standards, or
Rules and Regulations, parties aggrieved by a decision of the airpoFt manager -Airport Director related to the
General Provisions Minimum Standards, or Rules and Regulations may appeal (in
writing) such decision to the BOCC within ten days after such decision is issued. The decision of the BOCC on
such appeal shall be final.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-33; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-18. Rights reserved.
In addition to the following rights and privileges, the eeu+4tyCounty reserves the rights and privileges outlined
under federal and/or state ,'rn,,Ft ^«uFaRcesState Airport Assurances as such rights and privileges may be
amended from time to time:
1) The eeaetyCounty reserves and retains the right for the use of the akfP94A[Mort by others who may
desire to use the same pursuant to applicable Feg lateF„ m FesRegulatory Measures pertaining to
such use.
2) The eeu44yCounty further reserves the right to designate specific a4peAALMort areas for activities in
accordance with the currently adopted airpeFt layeut-PlaRAirport Layout Plan (ALP) as may be
amended from time to time. Such designation shall give consideration to the nature and extent of
current and/or future activities and the land and/or impravementsimprovements that may be available
and/or used for specific activities and shall be consistent with the safe, orderly, and efficient use of the
ai+-R r irpmrt.
3) The ALP reflects an agreement with the FAA regarding the proposed allocation of akpeAAir ort land
and/or to specific uses and/or development. It is the policy of the
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eeyCounty that any use, occupancy, construction, or modification of land and/or
Improvements that is inconsistent with the ALP is undesirable. Any development that is
substantially different than that depicted on the ALP could adversely affect the safe, orderly, or
efficient use of the a*pe4Ai ort. While the yCounty may consider making application to the FAA
for approval of rhea revision of the ALP on behalf of an applicaMApplicant, nothing contained in these
General Provisions Minimum Standards, or Rules and Regulations shall
require or obligate the ee+ptyCounty to make such application.
4) Thee yCounty reserves the right to develop and make any impFavementslmprovements and/or
repairs at (or to) the ~Airport that it deems necessary. Except in the event of emergency
rAprevementlmprovement and/or repairs, the eeuetyCounty will provide advance notice of the date
and time that such development, imprevemeatslmprovements, and/or repairs will be made. The
ee++tyC my shall not be obligated to reimburse or compensate any epeFateF "'e«eeOperator,
Sublessee, or other ent+tyPerson for any expense incurred, inconvenience, or loss of revenue ker
nee) that may result from such development, i pre ementlmprovement, and/or repair.
5) The eeuatyCounty reserves the right to prohibit any erftityPerson from using the a+rperAirport or
engaging in activities at the a+rPeet {Airport and/or revoke or suspend any privileges granted to any
t4y4 erson upon determination by the eea yCounty that such epeFaterPerson has not complied
with the General Provisions, Minimum Standards, or Rules and Regulations,
applicable regulatory rn Fes Regulatory Measures, directives issued by the c-94ntyCounty, or has
otherwise jeopardized the safety of sPersons utilizing the ai93eAAir ort or the land and/or
Improvements located at the a+rpertAirport.
6) The cotwAyCounty reserves the right to lease the ai9aeAA1r ort or portions thereof during war or
national emergency to the United States government for military use. If such lease is executed, the
provisions of such leaseany Agreement, including, without limitation, the eeunty'sCounty's obligations
and the eperater40perator's obligations, to the extent they are inconsistent with said lease, shall be
suspended. This requirement shall be incorporated into all Agreements.
7) The eeumtyCounty will not enter into an ageeementany Agreement that w44would require the
ee County to relinquish the right to Make any action the eew;-WCounty considers necessary to
protect the aerial approaches of the ai9aertAir ort against obstruction or WL21 prevent ao-e"a
Person from erecting or permitting to be erected any facility or other structure which might limit the
usefulness of the akpeAALMort or constitute a hazard to a+mraftAircraft.
8) The ee4n-tyCounty will not enter into aR agFeementany Agreement that requires the eeaetyCounty to
waive any sovereign, governmental, or other immunity to which the eeaetyCounty may be entitled, nor
shall any provision of any agFeementAgreement be so construed Ito require the
ceun-tyCounty to submit to the laws of any state other than those of the stateState.
9) The eeantyCounty is under no obligation to provide financing and/or make any
Improvements to a4VeAAirport land and/or +mpFeaemeptslmprovements to facilitate
any development proposed by an aaprtApplicant.
10) While the EematyCounty may choose to pursue federal, stateState, or other available funds to
contribute to the development; of the eeutyAirport, the County is under no obligation to do so. In
addition, the countyCounty is under no obligation to provide matching funds of Fequired to seeuFe such
fuRding-for any proposed project or development proposed by an Applicant or Operator for any
reason.
11) The eou+tWCounty reserves the right to take such actions as it may deem necessary, appropriate,
and/or in the best interest of the ceerftyCounty to preserve the assets of the eeentyCounty, protect the
safety of the peepiePersons who work at and use the a+rpertAirport, and maintain the integrity of the
eeeety!-,County's mission (purpese), vision, and values.
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12) The County reserves the right to provide Commercial Aviation Fuel sale and storage services at the
Airport in accordance with the Rules and Regulations and Minimum Standards pertaining to
Commercial Aviation Fuel sale and storage services. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if the County elects
to exercise this right it shall not be required to meet the Minimum Standards for an FBO unrelated to
Commercial Aviation Fuel sale and storage services.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-34; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Secs. 8-19-8-41. Reserved.
ARTICLE ll. ST. LUCIE COUNTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT RULES AND
REGULATIONS2
DIVISION 1. GENERALLY
Sec. 8-42. Purpose and scope.
The purpose of these fu-lesRules and regulmtkH:&Regulations is to protect the public health, safety, interest,
and general welfare of the eperateFs, lessees, sublesseesOperators, Lessees, Sublessees, consumers, and users of
the Airport and to restrict or prevent any activity or action which would
interfere with the safe, orderly, and efficient use of the a4peAAirport by its apeFMaFs lessee
es serators, Lessees, Sublessees, consumers, and users.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-35; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-43. Applicability and conditional use of aiFpeFtAirport.
a) These Rules and Regulations include and incorporate herein by reference all provisions provided in the
General Provisions.
b) Any peFFn issienPermission granted directly or indirectly, expressly or by implication, to any e Person to
enter upon or use the aigaeAAir ort (including aiFffaft and vehicle eperaters; a;FeFaf+Aircraft and Vehicle
Operators; Aircraft crewmembers and passengers; spectators and sightseers; occupants of vehielesVehicles;
officers, employees, and customers of opeFat aFsQp2rators and lessees; eRtiti^sLessees; Persons doing
business with the ceu 4WCounty, its contractors, subcontractors, and licensees; and all othertitiesPersons
whatsoever) is conditioned upon:
1) Assumption of responsibility by ee#+tythe Person exercising or taking advantage of peFmissie such
Permission.
2) Full and complete compliance with these FUles and FegUlations, PFOFRaFy guiding deewm^^+ ,Rules and
Regulations and applicable FegulateFy measWes.Regulatory Measures.
3) Each such epA#yLerson shall at all times Felease, "^'d haFM!ess, and iR'^ ^if„ the QnrC aiFpeFt, .,d
county (individually and colleetively), FepFesentatives, effiGers, offieffials, employees, agents, and
velunteeFs 49m any and all responsibility, lialaility, less or damage that may Fesult to any entity, be
caused by er en theiF behalf and/E)F incident to the manneF iR which the apFpert is epeF
CORStRleted, PAaffintaiRed, served, or used.
State law reference(s)—Adoption of a+rpe+tAirport rules, F.S. § 332.08.
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I) Any peFSon aeeessing OF usiRg the , Ft shall be responsible for their actions and all actions of any
peFSenPerson to whom they provide or facilitate access, whether directly or indirectly.
2) Any and all peepeFtyProperty on the a4peAAir ort destroyed or damaged shall be paid for by the
erftity. erson or eetitiesPersons responsible for such destruction or damage thereto. If the damage is
caused by an Aircraft the Aircraft Owner shall be responsible for reimbursing the County for the cost
of such damage.
3) Any peFsen wh te any peFseR On the affirpert shall be liable for sueh injuiriesAll Airport
users must exercise the utmost care to guard against fire and injury to Persons or Property.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-36; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec.8-43.5. Waiver.
a) In accordance with Regulatory Measures the County may waive all or any portion of these Rules and
Regulations for the benefit of any Governmental Authority providing public or emergency services, including, for
example and without limitation: law enforcement disaster relief, search and rescue, fire prevention, firefighting,
or military training.
b) The County further may waive all or any provision of these Rules and Regulations in the event of a bona
fide emergency, which may include for example and without limitation a natural disaster, acts of terrorism, a
pandemic where state or federal restrictions are imposed to ensure the safety of the general public, or other
similar occurrences.
Sec. 8-44. Airport ' Identification Badge.
a) Operators, lessees, "'^« ^&Lessees, Sublessees, and contractors (including all employees) at or
performing work inside the SIDA or AOA require an airpeFt identifeeatien badge (badge'. Airport
Identification Badge The form of Airport Identification Badge may be different depending on whether it is
issued for the SIDA or AOA subject to the County's Airport Security Program requirements and security
policies.
b) — A badge(b) An Airport Identification Badge shall not be issued to any peFSORPerson until a need for
unescorted access inside the SIDA or AOA has been determined by the aiFpart Director and
then only after payment of applicable fees and an application for awFpeFt identiffficatien badge, applicant
Airport Identification Badge Applicant Identification Badge conditions of
agree ^4epAAgreement form, and appl+eaPtApplicant disqualifying crimes form has been completed and
submitted for review and approval to the Airport Director.
c) It is the responsibility of epeFaters, l ees suble«easOperators, Lessees, Sublessees, and contractors to
notify the a*FpeFt managefAirport Director of perseesPersons who do not need access and/or are no longer
employees or affiliated with the epeFateF, lessee, subsOperator, Lessee, Sublessees, or contractor within
4824 hours of the ' .Person's termination of employment or other
reason for no longer requiring unescorted access to the SIDA or AOA). d)
If the badgeAirport Identification Badge is not returned within tep days24 hours, the epeFat^Flesse, ublesseeOperator, Lessee, Sublessee,
or contractor is subject to a $&8150.00 fine. e) Airport ident'
ficatie^ bedge Identification Badges are not transferable and require annual renewals. Code 1982, § 1-
2.3-37; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Page 20 of
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Sec. 8-45. Violations.
a) Each per- a erson who is issued a badgean Airport Identification Badge shall comply with all ruiesRules and
r-egulati Regulations and Regulatory Measures. Failure to comply may result in the loss of access
privileges.- and fines or other penalties.
b) No perse+aPerson to whom a badgean Airport Identification Badge has been issued shall intentionally
perform any of the following non -inclusive acts:
1) Loaning of badgeBadge to anyone under any circumstance.
2) Allowing unauthorized persensPersons or vehic esVehicles into the AGA.SIDA or Movement Area.
3) Blocking, damaging, or leaving doors or gates open that could be an AGAa SIDA access route for
unauthorized perrseR&Persons.
4) Bypassing the security system.
5) Altering a JaadgeBadge.
6) Failure to provide proper escort.
7) Failure to report lost or stolen ba4geBadge.
8) Driving on unauthorized areas of the ABA.SIDA or Movement Area.
c) Any violation of a severe nature, as determined byin the
sole discretion of the Airport
Director, may warrant immediate suspension of badgeBadge privileges.. in addition to fines or other
penalties.
d) UpeR request, the optien ef aA hearing or a meeting with the aiFPGFt manager will be scheduled before any
punitive Airport Identification Badge is impermanently revoked.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-38; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-46. Damaged, lost, stolen, or missing badgeBadge
Each badgeBadge holder and/or entityPerson employing the geBadge holder shall notify their supervisor
and, in writing, the airpert FnaRagerAirport Director, immediately upon becoming aware of a damaged, lost, stolen,
or missing badge. Badge Upon request the Badge will be replaced in exchange for a $150.00 fee payable to the
Countv for the cost of such replacement.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-39; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-47. Security.
a) SIDA.
1) No pefseARerson shall enter the A9ASIDA except those persen5Persons authorized by the airport
manager, i . lulling theseo
Airport Director though issuance of a. Having a badge Badge issued by the Airport
Director; or
b UnderPermission to access the SIDA under appropriate escort.
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2) All PeFSonsPersons shall display their bardffBAdge on the outermost garment, waist high or higher on
the front of the body, at all times while inside the AGASIDA.
3) Any pefsepPerson who is not authorized to be in the A-GASIDA or whose status is questionable shall
leave the area by the nearest established exit point when asked to do so by any other per -se erson
who is authorized to be in the area.
4) Any perseaPerson inside the AGASIDA shall produce a badgeBadge when asked to do so by any other
pef&&R. erson properly displaying a ba4geBadge, law enforcement credentials, or appropriate FAA or
TSA credentials.
5) Any pefseePerson that has been issued a ba4geBadge but does not have it in their possession
e+ustmay not be escorted into the AGASIDA. That pefseePerson must get possession of their
badgeBadge or apply for a replacement badge -.Badge before being permitted access to the SIDA.
6) All perseesPersons with a ba4g2Badge should request a baelgeBadge or authorized identification from
any unescorted perseePerson not displaying a badgeBadge or authorized identification, unless the
perseo erson with a badgeBadge feels the other perseRPerson may cause 4in4them harm. In such
event, the ' Airport Director or 911 should be contacted.
7) All perseRs escorted Persons under escort in the AOASIDA shall be under the control of a peesee i+
pessessoon e#Person with a badgevalid Badge at all times. Whenever the escort e#+E+al departs the
area, the per--e _ erson under escort must be placed under the control and responsibility of another
escort official or depart the AGASIDA in the company of the escort.
8) With the intent of preventing unauthorized use of badgesBadges, all peesersPersons issued a
badgeBadge shall store their badgeBadge in a secure place and ensure it is under their control at all
times.
9) Piggybacking or allowing any Person to enter the SIDA using another Person's Badge, is strictly
prohibited.
b) Airport entrances (security gates and doors).
1) All peFSOnsPersons entering the ~Airport shall use only authorized entrances.
2) Security gates and doors that provide access to the AGASIDA shall be kept closed and locked at all
times, except when actually in use.
3) It shall be the responsibility of all epeFatOFS, lessees, and `ublesseesOperators, Lessees, Sublessees,
and Badge holders to see that all gate chains and doors and other public safeguards are continually and
conscientiously used in a manner so as to protect all peeseRsPersons.
4) Authorized personsPersons may not share combination codes or access information.. with any other
Person.
5) When an authorized peeseePerson accesses a door or gate leading to or from the AGASIDA, it is the
peFSOWsPerson's responsibility to ensure that unauthorized peFsonsPersons cannot gain access to the
AOAS I DA.
6) Vehicle epeFata43gpLrators utilizing a security gate to access the AGASIDA shall stop the vehisieVehicle
and allow the gate to fully close before proceeding. The ^"i'^ ^ +^Vehicle Operator shall also
ensure that no other; gph * c--'PrVeh icles or perserrsPersons gain access to the a#peAAirport while the
gate is in the process of closing or not fully closed.
7) Tampering or interfering with a closing mechanism, disabling the lock, or breaching any other securing
device at the ~Airport is prohibited.
8) If unauthorized access occurs by persensPersons or vehielesVehicles, it must be immediately reported
to the sheFi4's depa tmeR+Sheriff's Department (911) and the aiFport managefAirport Director.
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c) U.S. customs and border protection (CBP) facility.
1) Only individuals approved by the CBP may enter the CBP facility or CBP apronApron.
2) BP aproRCBP Apron access is only for authorized personnel who need to work at the CBP facility.
3) CBP apf&RApron is not to be used for access to and from one side of the a4perlAirport to another.
4) The yellow and black markings located at the edge of the CBP apren provide&Apron provide that on
one side of the line is the CBP apf-sRApron and on the other side of the markings is taxiwaJaxiway C.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-40; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-48. Camrnp""i^ll
Sec. 8-50. Accidents, incursions, or incidents.
a) Any perse+RPerson involved in or witnessing an aiFeFaft er vehiele aGG;deRt eR theairport ltiR , OR aRY
Aircraft or Vehicle Accident, runway incursion, or
pedestrian incursion on Airport Property shall remain at the scene and notify the sheriff's
departrneRtSheriff's Department immediately and provide all pertinent information as requested.
b) No penseRPerson shall tamper with an incident/aceidentincursion/Accident scene or fail to comply with any
directive issued by the Airport Director, the heriff's depart-,r+Sheriff's Department, the
fire departrnentdistrict, or any other agerfeyGovernmental Authority having jurisdiction over the
incident/ac identAccident scene.
c) Unauthorized entry into moveMeRt areasthe Movement Area to access an
incident/acc tincursion/Accident scene is prohibited.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-43; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Secs. 8-51-8-73. Reserved.
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CODE
Chapter 8 - AVIATION
ARTICLE II. - ST. LUCIE COUNTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
DIVISION 2. USE AND CONDUCT
DIVISION 2. USE AND CONDUCT
Sec. 8-74. General conduct.
a) No persoRPerson shall make, possess, use, offer for sale, pass, and/or deliver any forged or falsely altered
pass, permit, identification, card, sign, and/or other authorization purporting to be issued by or on behalf of
the c-e t County or a Airport.
b) No per-., sPerson shall use or otherwise conduct themselves upon any portion of the ~Air ort in any
manner contrary to the posted or otherwise visually indicated directions applicable to that area.
c) Destroying, damaging, injuring, defacing, disturbing, or tampering with propertyProperty on the
air-r-Air port is prohibited.
d) No perseRPerson shall be intoxicated; commit any disorderly, obscene, lewd, indecent, or unlawful act; or
commit any act of nuisance (including the use of abusive or threatening language) on the a+rpertAirport.
e) The ~,Ai rt shall not be used for storing merchandise, supplies or equ+pme4t aq _ ment (except as
stipulated within an agree meRtARreement), or for washing clothes, overnight camping or lodging, or for any
improper, objectionable or immoral purposes.
f) Operator and lesseel-essee facilities are expressly for the conduct of the sOperator's or
lessee's Lessee's business and operations.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-44; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-75. Abandoned, deFeiietDerelict, or lost pFopeFt Property.
a) Property shall not be abandenedAbandoned on the air-peAAirport.
b) Abandoned, derelmetDerelict, or lost prepertyProperty found in publiG reasPublic Areas at the a#peqAirport,
including, without limitation, ^tEguipment, machinery, baggage, freight, or parts thereof should be
reported (and/or turned in) to the aiFpeFt maRagerAirport Director.
c) Nothing in this section shall be construed to deny the right of GperatersOperators and lesseesLessees to
maintain a lost and found service for peopertyProperty of their customers, invitees, and/or employees.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-45; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-76. Animals.
a) Domestic pets and animals, except for service animals or law enforcement dogs, are not permitted on the
a4pertAirport unless controlled and restrained by a leash or container.
b) All persensPersons shall use utmost care to prevent any animal under their care from
urinating or defecating upon the sidewalks of the a+rpertAirport, other Public Areas, or in other public
buildings. Persons responsible for the animal will immediately and thoroughly clean any soiled area.
c) Horses, except those utilized for law enforcement or intended to be transported, are not permitted on the
a+rpeetAi r po rt.
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d) No pefser4Person, except those authorized by the airpeFt M@Rage-FAirport Director, shall intentionally hunt,
pursue, trap, catch, injure, or kill any bird or animal (except redent on the ~Airport.
e) No peF5e4 erson, except those authorized by the aiFPeFt manager -Airport Director, shall feed non -domestic
birds or animals on the ~Airport.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-46)
Sec. 8-77. Use of publir. aFeasPublic Areas.
Use of the publiG ar-eaPublic Area of any facility or area of the a*peAAiEport for sleeping or other purpose in
lieu of a hotel, motel, or other public accommodation is prohibited.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-47; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-78. Storage of materials and Equipment.
a) Storage, stacking, boxing, or bagging of materials {or equip e4 A4Eguipment shall be done in such a manner
as to preclude creating any hazard, obstructing any operation, or littering.
b) Railroad (box or tanker) cars, intermodal containers, or tanker, truck, or flatbed trailers, etc., shall not be
stored or used to store any type of non -aviation materials, vehiclesVehicles, or equiperFtEquipment
without prior peFFnissier Permission .
c) Railroad (box or tanker) cars, intermodal containers, or tanker, truck, or flatbed trailers, etc., used to store
non-aviat+enaeronautical materials, vef}ielesVehicles, or equiprwEquipment must not be unsightly or create
a hazard. Upon the written request of the a*FPGFt FnanagefAirport Director, these items must be removed
from the akpeAAi ort. d)
Trash and other waste containers. 1)
Garbage, empty boxes, crates, rubbish, trash, papers, refuse, and/or litter of any kind shall not be placed,
discharged, or deposited on the a4peAAirport except in the receptacles provided specifically for
that purpose. 2)
The burning of garbage, empty boxes, crates, rubbish, trash, papers, refuse, and/or litter of any kind on the ~
Airport is prohibited. 3)
84e4Trash and waste disposal areas shall be kept clean and sanitary at all times. 4)
Garbage receptacles shall be emptied with sufficient frequency to prevent overflowing and shall be cleaned
with sufficient frequency to prevent the development of offensive odors. 5)
Garbage receptacles shall be equipped with securely fastened lids. 6)
Dumping or disposing of any fill, building material, or other waste material on the ~Airport, except
in sue areas that are specifically designated by the affiFpart rnaRage+Airport Director for such purpose,
is prohibited. Code
1982, § 1-2.3-48; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Sec.
8-79. Burning of materials. a)
Entities shall comply with all directives issued by the aiFP8Ft Fnanagef-Airport Director regarding the removal of
fire hazards, arrangement or modification of vehiclesVehicles or equipm Equipment, or altering operating
procedures considered unsafe from a fire prevention standpoint. Page
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b) Smoking, matches, lighters, or any open flames are prohibited on the apfGRARron, in hangars, or in any other
area on the ~Airport in violation of posted "no smoking" signs and 4as within 50 feet of any
aiFffaft, Fefueling vehiGle fue Aircraft, Refueling Vehicle, Fuel storage facility, storage area for flammable
materials, or any a+eeraftAircraft being #i+eledFueled or defueled.
e) Any hostile fi~^s(c) Any fire that becomes uncontrollable or expands outside its intended boundaries
regardless of the size of the fire or whether or not the fire has been extinguished) shall be reported
immediately to the fire depa ent(district via 911-_
d) No entit Eerson shall remove or cause to be removed from its holder, container, reel, or bracket any
e uitEquipment or device used in fire prevention except in case of emergency or fire.
e) All fire doors, hangar doors, sprinkler risers, fire boxes, fire hydrants and pits, hose boxes, and all firefighting
apparatus shall be kept clear of obstructions at all times.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-49; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-80. Hazardous ma;sMaterials.
No eet+tyPerson shall store, keep, handle, use, dispense, dispose, discharge, or transport on the
a+epertAirport any hazaFdeus mateFialsHazardous Materials in contravention of any these P&IesRules and
regulatiGn-sRegulations, the SWPPP, the stateState fire prevention code, and all other applicable regeFlate
measuFeTRegulatory Measures. Proper permits must be obtained from the appropriate ageneyGovernmental
Authority, and copies must be presented to the airpeFt manager -Airport Director on request.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-50; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-81. Painting.
Doping processes, painting, or paint stripping shall be performed only in those designated and properly
designed, fireproofed, and ventilated facilities approved for such activities and in compliance these eulesRules and
gulat;m,sRegulations, the SWPPP, the stateState fire prevention code, and all other applicable Fegulatery
neaswfe?Rggulatory Measures.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-51; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-82. Flammable solids and liquids.
a) The procedures and precautions outlined in the criteria of NFPA Pamphlet No. 30 , 20122024 (Flammable
and Combustible Liquids Code), NFPA Pamphlet No. 410D 7010 (Sa e,,...,rdin 410, 2020 (Standard on
Aircraft CleaniRg, Painting and Paint Remo al Maintenance), and NFPA Pamphlet No. 410moo4409
Standard on Aircraft GabiR Cleaning and o^fuFbishing ^^^"*"Hangars) shall be adhered to in all cleaning,
painting, refurbishing, and other operations using flammable liquids, including the storage of such liquids.
b) A total of 60 gallons of lubricating oils having a flash point at or above 150 degrees may be stored in hangars;
provided that the product is stored in the original container and has the original manufacturer's labeling (or
that the product is stored in other suitable containers approved by the fire ;tdistrict). Larger
quantities may be stored outside hangars in accordance with applicable Regulatory
Measures and eeti#ieat+eRsubiect to the affiFpert managefapproval of the Airport Director and fire
depa FtrAe^,td istri ct.
c) T-hangars shall not contain oil quantities in excess of two cases or two times the oil storage capacity of the
engine of the a+rc;raftAircraft, whichever is greater, stored *"^Fein
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Code 1982, § 1-2.3-52; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-83. Compressed gases.
a) Oxygen or any compressed gas in a cylinder or portable tank must be secured to a fixed location or secured
to a portable cart designed and approved specifically for the cylinders or tanks being secured.
b) Cylinders or tanks shall be maintained in compliance with all applicable Fegulatery m es.Regulatory
Measures.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-53; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-84. Effluents, pollutant, or air contaminant.
a) No persenPerson shall discharge any substance in or upon the a+rpeAAjMort in contravention of any
Feguilatery m r-e Regulatory Measure. Proper permits must be obtained from the appropriate
ageneyGovernmental Authority, copies must be presented to the aiFPeFt FnaRager-Airport Director, and prior
per iss. Permission must be received for such discharge.
b) Any per&&RPerson who experiences overflowing, spilling, or leaking of oil, grease, #t4e4Fuel, and/or similar
material or substance anywhere on the ~Airport is responsible for the immediate cleanup of the spill,
proper disposal of the substance, and notification of appropriate agerteyGovernmental Authority, all in
accordance with the SWPPP, eperatsf'sOperatoCs SPCC pl -aPlan, and applicable regulateFy
Fn Regulatory Measures. The aiFpeFt Fnanage4:Airport Director should be notified when any Feportable
spill occurs.
c) Should the ce4tyCounty determine that during the course of an environmental incident the responsible
party is not capable of, has not, or refuses to take the appropriate action in a timely manner to mitigate the
adverse environmental incident (in the sole discretion of the eeuetyCounty), then the eyCounty reserves
the right to take action and/or employ those services that the eetH-Ay unty determines appropriate to
control and/or clean up the site. The cost of such services shall be borne by the responsible party.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-54; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-85. Hazardous mazer nIrMaterials spills.
In the event a hazardous FnaterealsHazarclous Materials spill occurs of any magnitude, the responsible party
of such spill shall take appropriate action in the containment, clean up, reporting, and rehabilitation of such spill.
The following procedures shall be implemented in managing a hazardous materials spilkHazarclous Materials spill
in addition to anv other actions required to be taken by any applicable Regulatory Measure:
1) Minor spills - spills of less than five gallons and that are not compromising the safety of the public.
a. Determine the threat to the immediate public.
b. Contain the spill with an absorbent.
C. Block all stormwater drains that could be impacted by such a spill.
d. Apply the proper absorbent from strategically placed spill kits. All liquids and or absorbents shall
be disposed of or reused per applicable FegulateFy Fn fesaggulatory Measures.
e. Make record of the spill at the facility.
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Contact the state depaFtmeatState Department of enviFenme tal prat e+; ,"Environmental
Protection should the spill impact the groundwaters and or the surface waters no matter how
small the quantity.
2) Major spills -spills in excess of five gallons but less than 25 gallons or any spill causing an immediate
threat to the safety of the public.
a. Determine the threat to the immediate public.
b. Block all stormwater drains from potential contamination.
C. Contain the spill with an absorbent.
d. Contact the fire depaWnentclistrict.
e. Determine the nature of the spill.
f. Apply absorbents to the spill until all residual liquid has been processed. All liquids and absorbent
shall be disposed of properly per applicable Fegulatery m ^&Regulatory Measures.
g. Assess the damage to the land and/or water with a*peAAj port personnel.
h. Contact the state department Department of enviFe^mental ffeteGtienEnvironmental
Protection should the spill impact the groundwaters and or the surface waters no matter how
small the quantity.
i. Record all aspects of the spill in company files.- which shall be provided to the County for
inspection upon request.
j. A written detailed report containing all pertinent information of such spill shall be completed by
the responsible party and delivered to the aiFpeFt maRager-Airport Director within five working
days of the spill.
3) Serious spills - spills in excess of 25 gallons and which may pose a serious threat to the safety of the
public.
a. Evaluate the threat to the public and make any arrangements to secure the safety of the
immediate public (i.e., evacuation).
b. Contain the spill should safety permit.
C. Block all drains that pose an immediate threat from the spill.
d. Apply absorbents to such a spill until all residual liquid is processed. All liquids and
abserbentabsorbents shall be disposed of properly per applicable •eg lateFy m Fe Regulatory
Measures.
e. Contact the fire ,zdistrict immediately.
f. Airport personnel shall assess the damage to the land and/or the waters.
g. Airport personnel shall inspect the drainage outfall for downstream contamination.
h. Record all aspects of the spill in company records which shall be provided to the County for
inspection upon request.
i. Contact the state d paFtm entState Department of enViFeRmental pretee Environmental
Protection immediately.
j. Provide a written summary of the spill and the measures that will be taken to eliminate such a
spill in the future to the aiFpeFt manage-FAirport Director within 24 hours of the spill.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-55; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
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Sec. 8-86. Emergency conditions.
a) The aiepeFt MaRagerAirport Director, either directly or through ATC, may suspend or restrict any or all
activities at the a4geAAir ort or issue emergency procedures wherever such action is deemed necessary in
the interest of safety.
b) Emergency conditions at the a*peAAirport shall not mitigate or cancel these P lesRules and
Fegulatk ffsResulations.
c) Permits issued under these rulesRules and regulatime n-5Rgg2lations shall be rendered invalid until the
emergency situation has been alleviated and normal operations have resumed.
d) During such conditions, the aperaterOperator of any ai era#tAircraft or vehicleVehicle shall make certain that
the aircFAAircraft or vek*rz4eVehicle is not moved in any direction unless specifically cleared by ATC, the
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), aiFpert managefAirport Director, and/or a law ^^f^ir^e..;..
FvmccrLaw Enforcement Officer.
e) No per9e44Person shall enter upon the AOA for the purpose of attending, observing, or assisting at the scene
of an aeddentAccident except personsPersons requested or permitted to do so by ATC, airpeFt
raanagerAirport Director, a yaw ^^feFeement ^ff eeFl-aw Enforcement Officer, and/or the fire
departmentclistrict.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-56; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-87. Special events.
a) Special events utilizing publie areasPublic Areas of the ai poAAirport or the AOA shall not be held unless
written approval is first obtained from the Airport Director and any other
ageneyGovernmental Authority having jurisdiction over the event.
b) Written authorization shall specify the areas of the airpeAAirport authorized for such special use, the dates
and duration of such use, and any other terms and conditions deemed necessary.
c) Special events shall comply with all FAA requirements and Regulatory Measures.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-57; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-88. Reserved.
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Sec. 8-89. Prohibiting use of the aiFPG:tAirport.
a) The aiFpeFt managefAirport Director shall have the right at any time to deny the use of the a4pa4AiMort to
any persoaf erson or group when the affiFpok Fnanager-Airport Director considers such actions to be necessary
and desirable in the interest of safety and security.
b) The aiFPGFt MaRage-FAirport Director may prohibit a4er-a#Aircraft operations (except for emergency landings)
when it is determined that conditions are unsafe or the ai raftAircraft operation would likely endanger
persensPersons or prelper-tyProperty.
c) Under no circumstance shall an authorized ~Airport closure or restriction constitute grounds for
reimbursement of any expense, loss of revenue, or damage incurred by any GpeFat^Fless^^Operator. Lessee,
or any other entityPerson. Code
1982, § 1-2.3-59; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Sec.
8-90. Aircraft mainteRanreMaintenance. a)
Aircraft FnaintenaReeMaintenance on the a4per pAi rt shall be permitted only on leased ffem;s^.Leased Premises.
b)
Aircraft m^inaeMaintenance must be performed in accordance with SWPPP. c)
Aircraft ^ aiRtenanseMaintenance performed on apFensAprons is limited to preventive maintenance (as def+
neddescribed by 14 CFR 43). d)
Aircraft ma,,,„ntenaReeMaintenance within hangars shall be limited to that specifically permitted by the type rating
established in the stateState building code and in compliance with the directives of the fire depaFtFnentdistrict.
e)
All aiFGraftAircraft cleaning must be done at a facility designed for such purpose or in accordance with NFPA standards
and SWPPP. Code
1982, § 1-2.3-60; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Sec.
8-91. Aircraft engine operation. a)
Starting engines shall be prohibited until ground personnel have given proper clearance (if appropriate) and until
all standard safety procedures have been followed. b)
Any persenPerson operating an arcraftAircraft engine in an area that is accessible to the public shall take precautions
to alert and protect the public from hazards incident to such operations. c)
Starting an aiFGraftAircraft engine when there is any flammable liquid on the ground in the immediate vicinity of
the a+rera-tAircraft is prohibited. d)
Aircraft controls shall not be unattended while a+rsraftAircraft engines are operating. e)
Propeller, engine, and exhaust noises shall be kept to a minimum. f)
Runup of areraftAircraft engines shall be performed only in the areas designated for such purpose by the a*
FPOFt Director. Page
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1) Runup of aiFGFa#tAircraft engines is not allowed in non m^vement aFeasNon-Movement Areas except
in designated areas or as approved by the Airport Director.
2) Aircraft may not be tied to any structure during airfraftAircraft engine rpRunup.
3) High speed or full power aircra#Aircraft engine run*psRunu s (including maintenance run -ups) shall be
performed in designated Pjpc+pBgnup areas or in other areas designated specifically for this purpose by
the Airport Director.
4) High speed or full power amFeFa#tAircraft engine ruPupsRunu s are prohibited at the aigaartAir rt
from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. without prior permis Permission.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-61; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-92. Aircraft gParking and storage.
a) Derelict airara4 ircraft on the akpeAAirport are prohibited.
b) The . Airport Director, at the risk and expense of the a*FGFaft Operator, may
remove such airsraftAircraft without liability for damage arising from or out of such removal.
c) Aircraft shall be pa ed. arked only on leased premise Leased Premises or in those designated public areas
desigRedPublic Areas designated for such purpose by the ' Airport Director and shall not be
positioned in such a manner so as to block a runway, taxiway, taiclapeTaxiway. Taxilane (except for
temporary staging and/or fueling of such airera#tAircraft), or obstruct access to hangars, parked
aircraftParked Aircraft, and/or paFked vehicles-. Parked Vehicles.
d) Unless otherwise provided in an Agreement with the County or an agreement with the Geunty eF gn
authorized FBO, no peFser}Person shall use any area of the airper-tAiMort for the parki4g it kin and storage
of aiFeFa#tAircraft, other than tFaRSient pad(
i^^
Transient Parking, without prior permi3sieaPermission.
e) Should a per,e erson use such areas for aircraft parL(ingAircraft Parking or storage without first obtaining
prior peRnisPermission, the airpeFt FnaRager-Airport Director may remove and store the aiFeFaftAircraft at
the expense of the affiFeFaft E)perate+Aircraft Operator without liability for damage that may arise from or out
of such removal or storage. f)
Aircraft eperaters gerators shall ensure unattended, parke4Parked, and stored aircFa#tAircraft are properly secured
as set forth in AC 20-35C. g)
Parked or stored rotorcraft shall have braking devices and/or rotor mooring blocks applied to the rotor blades.
h)
Moored lighter -than -air a*Ge a#tAircraft and Ultralight Vehicles shall have at least one peFs-&R erson monitoring
the safety of the mooring at all times. i)
Upon request of the aiFPGFt manage+Airport Director, the epeFaterOperator of any airsra4 pad(edAircraft Parked
or stored at the ai=r- r Airport shall move the affiFeFaftAircraft to the location and/or position on the a4ja9AAirport
identified by the aiFpart manage, clue nditi^ F theaiFGFaft is =aga= parked -
Airport Director. j)
In the event the afFGFa# eperaterAircraft Operator refuses, is unable, or unavailable, the airport manageFAirport
Director may move the a4er-a#tAircraft to the area at the risk and expense of the aiFGFa#t operate+
Aircraft Operator without liability for damage that may arise from or out of such movement. k)
Aircraft tiedaWRsTiedowns shall only be used for the following purposes: 1)
Storage and pa kri-Rg it king of airera#tAircraft; and Page
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2) Performance of preventive airGraft FnawntenaneeAircraft Maintenance (as defineddescribed in 14 CFR
43) on aiFeFaftAircraft in accordance with applicable FegulateFy rn r-e°Regulatory Measures.
1) Aircraft storage hangars shall only be used for the following purposes:
1) Storage and "aParking of a+FeFaftactive Aircraft and associated affiFeraft equipmentAircraft
Equipment and supplies as approved by the affirpart FnanagefAirport Director and the fire
depaFtme;tdistrict.
2)
Maintenance,
repair, or refurbishment of Aircraft, but not the indefinite storage of nonoperational Aircraft.
3) Final assembly of Aircraft under construction.
4) Noncommercial construction of amateur -built or kit -built Aircraft.
5) Other Aeronautical uses subject to the approval of the Airport Director.
m) Use of aiFeraftAircraft storage hangars shall be subject to the following restrictions:
1) For hangars not having a personnel exit door, hangar doors shall remain open a minimum of 36 inches
anytime a perseePerson is in the hangar for adequate egress in an emergency.
2) Space heaters shall never be located inside a+reFaftAircraft and left unattended. Space heaters may be
utilized in hangars so long as the heater has a clear radius of ten feet from aireFaftAircraft (or any other
object) and fire prevention/safety measures are observed.
3) Oily rags, waste oil, or other materials soiled with petroleum -based products may only be stored in
containers with self -closing, tight -fitting lids as approved by the fire depaF4nentclistrict.
4) A battery charger shall not be directly connected to an aircFAAircraft battery installed in an
ak-c-r tAircraft that is located inside (or partially inside) a hangar.
5) Parking or storage of Vehicles and other non -aeronautical items owned by Aircraft Owner or Operator
shall only be permitted to extent such items do not interfere with the aeronautical use of the hangar,
as determined in the sole discretion of the Airport Director.
6) In no circumstance will hangars be used for the primary purpose of storing non -aeronautical
Equipment Vehicles, or other non -aeronautical items.
7) In no circumstance will hangars be used as residences.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-62; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-93. Aercr;ift ^^+•Securit .
b) AffiFeF,ft peFat rs(a)Operators shall comply at all times with the Airport Security Plan.
b) Aircraft Operators shall not employ security measures as hinder, delay, or prevent removal of
aircra#Aircraft at the direction of the aiFport manage-rAirport Director.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-63; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
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Sec. 8-94. Aircraft operations.
a) Operating an aireFaftAircraft in a careless, negligent, or reckless manner; in disregard of the rights and safety
of others; without due caution and circumspection; or at a speed or in a manner which endangers, or is likely
to endanger perseRs, Persons or pFGpeFtyELqperty of any eni#Person is prohibited.
b) Aircraft eperateFsOperators shall obey all pavement markings, signage, and lighted signals unless instructed
otherwise by ATC or the ' Airport Director.
c) Operating an a+reraftAircraft constructed, modified, equipped, or loaded as to endanger, or be likely to
endanger, peFser sPersons or the pFepertyProperty of any eptityPerson is prohibited.
d) Aircraft epeFater3Opgrators shall comply with any order, signal, or directive of ATC, afFpE)rt manage-FAir ort
Director or a law enfeFeement ^44i^^~.Law Enforcement Officer.
e) It shall be the a+rGFa€t eperatee'-sAircraft Operator's responsibility to repair any damage to the
airpert'sAirport's runways, taxiwaysTaxiways, or apreesAprons caused by excessive aircraftAircraft weight
loading.
f) The starting, positioning, or taxiing of any aireFaftAircraft shall be done in such a manner so as to avoid
generating (or directing) any propeller slipstream or engine blast that may endanger or result in injury to
peFsensPersons or damage to prepertyProperty.
g) Airborne radar equip+eRtEguipment shall not be operated or ground -tested in an area where the directional
beam of such radar, if high intensity (50 KW or greater output), is within 300 feet or, if low intensity (less
than 50 KW output), is within 100 feet of another airy-F@4Aircraft, an aireraftAircraft refueling operation, an
aiFffaft Fefueling .•^"'^'^Aircraft Refueling Vehicle, or a fuelFuel storage facility.
h) Operation of a+reraftAircraft radio equipree Egul ment while the aireFaftAircraft is in a hangar, other than
when radio egeipmentEquipment maintenance is being performed on the aiFeFaftAircraft, is prohibited.
i) Aircraft engines shall not be started and airera#tAircraft shall not be taxied into, out of, or within any
structure on the airpeAAiMort.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-64; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-95. Taxiing operations.
a) The provisions of this section are applicable to all ^^^ movement aFeasNon-Movement Areas and movement
aFeasMovement Areas when ATC is closed.
b) Aircraft epeFater3Operators shall obey all pavement markings, signage, and lighted signals unless the airpert
manager- Airport Director directs otherwise.
c) Aircraft shall not be taxied until the affiFeraft epeFatG+Aircraft Operator has determined by visual inspection
that there shall be no danger of collision with any perseR erson or object in the area.
d) When reasonably possible, aircraftAircraft being taxied, towed, or otherwise moved at the airpeAAirport
shall proceed with running lights and/or position lights illuminated during the time between official sunset
and official sunrise.
e) Taxiing aireFaftAircraft shall yield the right-of-way to any emergency YeWc4eEmergency Vehicle responding to
an emergency.
f) Aircraft epeFate4:rOperators shall not taxi an a e4E a#tAircraft at a speed greater than is reasonable and
prudent under the conditions with regard for actual and potential hazards and other aireFaftAircraft so as not
to endanger peFsensPersons or prepeFtyP erty.
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Code 1982, § 1-2.3-65; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-96. Rotorcraft operations.
a) Rotorcraft shall not be operated unless there is a clear area of at least 50 feet from the outer tip of each
rotor.
b) Rotorcraft should not be operated within 200 feet of any area where light ai,c Ljght Aircraft are
pa4edParked or operating, unless such area is specifically established for rotorcraft operations. Pilots
operating rotorcraft within 200 feet of any area where light Light Aircraft are pa4edParked or
operating do so at their own risk and are responsible for any damage to prapertyProperty that may occur.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-66; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-97. Limitations.
a) Aircraft eperaWs perators shall provide prior notification to the aiFpert MaRageFAirport Director before
conducting any of the following activities at the a4p-eAAirport:
1) Experimental flights (excluding those with an airworthiness certificate).
2) Use of motorless a4efAAircraft. The landing upon or towing from the a4pegAir ort of gliders,
sailplanes, and other certificated motorless aifGra4Aircraft.
3) Use of ultralight ehiel..Ultrafip t Vehicles. The landing upon or taking off from the a peAAirport of
ltFalight ehieks.Ultra right Vehicles.
4) Use of lighter -than -air aiFeFa#Aircraft. The landing upon or taking off from the a tAirport of
airships, dirigibles, blimps, balloons, and other certificated lighter -than -air a*FGFaftAircraft that utilize
gasses or hot air to provide lift.
5) Banner or glider towing. The landing upon or taking off from the a4p-&4Airport of aiKraftAircraft that
tow banners, gliders, or any other device.
b) Aircraft eperataesOperators shall provide prior notification to the fire depaWnentdistrict before conducting
any of the following activities at the ~Airport:
1) Hazardous cargo. Landing or taking off with flammable, explosive, or corrosive materials, except that
which is carried aboard for the operation of the aiFGr-aftAircraft or use by crewmembers or passengers.
2) Radioactive cargo. The landing upon or taking off from the air-r Airport of a+reFaftAircraft loaded with
radioactive materials.
3) All shipments of radioactive cargo or other hazardeus Fnat Hazardous Material shall comply with
4!1 gulationsRegulatory Measures established in 49 CFR §§ 100-199; and all other F^^, atory
measuresaggulatory Measures governing such shipments.
4) Trained hazmat and fire depaF+. ent eq ipmentdistrict Equipment and personnel will be required for
this type of operation as a standby precautionary measure. Costs associated with trained hazmat
equip rent qul ment and personnel shall be borne by the aircraft epeFatefAircraft Operator.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-67; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-98. Self -servicing of aircraftAircraft.
a) Aircraft eperater-sOpgrators are permitted to fuel, wash, repair, or otherwise service their own based
aiFGFaftBased Aircraft (utilizing their own equip ePA quipment), provided there is no attempt to perform
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such services for others and further provided that such right is conditioned upon compliance with these
fu4esRules and at+eRsRegulations, SWPPP, and all other applicable FegulateFy Fn fesag&ulatory
Measures.
b) An aiFGFaft opeFate+Aircraft Operator may hire a pe Person (as an employee) to provide, under the
direction and supervision of the aircraft operate+Aircraft Operator, services on the
a+Fcraft:Aircraft Operator's Aircraft.
c) Such services may only be provided by a direct employee of the aircraft epeFatarAircraft Operator utilizing
the vehicles/equip^^+Vehicles/Equipment owned by the epeKateFOperator.
d) Aircraft eater-sOperators are only permitted to have their a+reFaf-tAircraft fueled, washed, repaired, or
painted by those apeFatafsOperators and iesseesLessees authorized to provide such service pursuant to an
agreeme^*Agreement with the ~AiWort and in compliance with SWPPP and all applicable Fegulatery
e)
A + lessees Fnay FestFiet self serviciRg n their leased Yr &Regulatory Measures.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-68; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-99. Voluntary noise abatement procedures.
a) Aircraft eperatar-sOperators are encouraged to familiarize themselves with and comply with the voluntary
noise abatement procedures of the akpeAAirport and are encouraged to comply with the procedures
whenever operating aiFGFa4Aircraft.
b) The voluntary noise abatement procedures of the aiepe,=tAirport are located on the a+Flaert'sAirport's website
www.stlueieeE).-g9vbtt s-ZLflytci.com/airport-operations/aircraft-noise/).
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-69; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-100. Vehicle epeFater-Operator licensing andyeh"''e perVehicle Permit. a) A
vehicle eperatefy±hicle Operator that does not have in their possession a valid state driver's license and required Vehicle
insurance will not be allowed to operate a;;eleVehicle on the Fneve ^+ ^ eaAirport
b) A
Vehicle Operator that does not have in their possession an Airport Identification Badge with driving privileges will
not be allowed to operate a Vehicle on the AOA unless accompanied by an authorized vehicle eperateF with
a valid vehicle peFM;t issued by the aiFPGFt. mac) An ^:
r^^r+ identif; +;^^ badgeVehicle Operator with Fnevement aFe an Airport Identification Badge with Movement Area
driving privileges and vehiele peffnita Vehicle Permit issued by the Airport. ed) An
Airport Identification Badge with Movement Area or Non -Movement Area driving privileges and Vehicle Permit will
only be granted as follows: 1) Submission
of letter (on company letterhead) to the aiFpeFt FnanagefAirport Director from employee's supervisor providing
justification for movement are Movement Area (or Non -Movement Area only) driving privileges.
2) Airport
management reserves the right to grant full or limited driving privileges on the movement areaAirport based
upon access frequency and job requirements. Limited permits grant access to specific locations
within the meverne^+ aFe Movement Area or Non -Movement Area. 3) Attendance
of aiFpert'sAirport's driver training class. Persons shall receive a seal on their airport Airport Identification
Badge showing that they have been trained to operate a Page 35
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h;eleVehicle displaying a ^"peffnitVehicle Permit on the taxiways and runwaysMovement Area
or Non -Movement Area of the a4peAAirport.
4) Certificate of insurance showing the aeh+eleVehicle and vehiele epeFat^Vehicle Operator having a
general liability insurance in a minimum amount of $5,000,000.00 per occurrence and aggregate and
naming the eeui4tyCounty as additional insured.
5) Tenants must sponsor any subtenants seeking Airport driving privileges by submitting a letter (on
company letterhead) to the Airport Director verifying that the subtenant employee(s) requires
Movement Area (or Non -Movement Area only) driving privileges and that the Tenant accepts
responsibility for ensuring that those subtenants comply with all Airport driving rules and regulations.
Subtenants must possess driving privileges in the form of an Airport Identification Badge with
Movement or Non -Movement Area driving privileges (as applicable) prior to driving on any portion of
the AOA, including the Tenant leasehold.
ce) Suspension of driving privileges.
1) A +v+ A Person with noveme tMovement Area or ^^^ Fnevement aFeallon-Movement Area
driving privileges that violates these ^"' FulesRules and FegalatiG%gggulations may be subject to
immediate suspension or revocation of driving privileges by the amFPBFt manage-FAirport Director,
depending upon the severity of the violation.
2) If an employee or subtenant of a Tenant violates these Rules and Regulations, that Tenant, as sponsor
of the employee or subtenant may be subject to penalties and fines for such violations in addition to
any penalties or fines levied against the employee or subtenant.
2) Individuals with suspended or revoked driving privileges must deliver a letter to the ait
manager- Airport Director from their supervisor indicating that the individwa4Person has been counseled
on the severity of the violation and has received recurrent training from the employer or the
Airport. Once the letter has been received driving privileges may be reinstated, in the sole
discretion of the Airport Director.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-70; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-101. Vehicle equipmeMEq!!
a) Vehicles shall not be operated on the ~Airport unless the vehieleVehicle is in sound mechanical order;
has adequate and operational headlights, horn, and brakes; and permits clear visibility from the driver's
position.
b) All veh+elesVehicles and equip eratEgul ment on the ~Airport must keep original factory
Equipment (i.e., headlights, taillights, horn, etc.) in working order and have a proper and operable
braking system. Vehicles without tail lights may utilize an alternative reflective device (i.e., reflective tape)
mounted on the rear and all sides of the „h;eleVehicle. This shall include trailers, carts, semitrailers, baggage
carts, portable heater units, and other towed equipreenlEg.uipment.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-71; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-102. Vehicle operations.
a) Operating a vehieleVehicle on the a#peetAirport in a careless, negligent, unsafe, or reckless manner; in
disregard of the rights and safety of others; and without due caution and circumspection; or at a speed or in
a manner which endangers, or is likely to endanger, perseesPersons or pFepertyProperty is prohibited.
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b) Vehicles constructed, equipped, loaded, or maintained (or that have attached thereto any object or
e Equipment which drags, swings, or projects) so as to endanger, or be -likely to endanger,
personsPersons or preperty4E[pperty are prohibited on the a+9peAAir ort.
c) Vehicles shall not be operated in any hangar at the ak-pertA4rport unless the vehirleVehicle exhaust is
protected by screens or baffles (e.g., muffler) to prevent the escape of sparks or the propagation of flame
and a vent system exists to prevent exhaust fumes from building up in the hangar (if vehieles aFe epeFated ^
d) Vehicle eperatersOperators shall yield the right-of-way to pedestrians, emeicgeney vehicles (Emergency
Vehicles or equipme ,gul ment, and a0rrraftAircraft.
e) All vehiGlesVehicles crossing or entering the traffic lanes shall yield to those aeh+elesVehicles already in the
lane before proceeding. All vehie4esVehicles must travel in a single lane of traffic only (in each direction)
when crossing taxiway &Taxiways and when in the terminal area.
f) Vehicle eperater3Operators shall not, after receiving a visual or audible signal from ai-peAAirport personnel
or law enforcement eff;,-^ Law Enforcement Officers fail to stop the uehie!eVehicle being operated, operate
the vehie!eVehicle in disregard of the signal, or interfere with or endanger the operation of aippertAirport
personnel or law ^^f^ircernent eff cerLaw Enforcement Officers, increase the speed or extinguish the lights of
the v_- + Vehicle, or attempt to flee from or elude a+rpeAAirport personnel or law enfeFeement effieer.Law
Enforcement Officers.
g) Vehicle eperater-sOperators shall provide proper signals and obey all traffic lights, signs, mechanical or
electrical signals, and pavement markings unless directed otherwise by ~Airport personnel or faw
e nf.,.-e.,.. ent Aff„ prLaw Enforcement Officers.
h) Vehicles must have both headlights and taillights operating when the vehieleVehicle is used during the time
between official sunset and official sunrise and at any other time when visibility is poor.
i) Persons shall not ride on the running board, in the beds of pickup trucks, fide -on the outside of a
vehueleVehicle, or allow arms or legs to protrude from a vehieleVehicle with the exception of eraergeRsy
a ehielesEmergency Vehicles that are designed specifically for such operations and/or use by fire
depaFtmentdistrict personnel.
j) Vehicles used for hauling trash, dirt, or any loose material shall be operated in such a fashion as to prevent
the contents of the vehocleVehicle from dropping, sifting, leaking, or otherwise escaping, including, at a
minimum, covering veWw4esthe Vehicle's load.
k) The eperate-FOperator of a vehieieVehicle will be responsible for any object falling from the aehieleVehicle,
including, but not limited to, those objects that may create a hazard to peFSORSaiFeraf+Persons, Aircraft, or other
vehielesVehicles and is responsible for any resulting damage and required cleanup. 1)
Equipment in tow. 1)
Positive locking couplings are required for all towed equipfaentEguipment on the AOA. 2)
Vehicles (tugs) and baggage carts shall be returned to designated storage areas immediately following unloading.
3)
Equipment in tow must have reflectors or fluorescent tape on the rear of equip t- he Equipment. m)
Recreational use of ATVs, three-wheelers, scooters, mini -bikes, go-carts, Fellerbiad+eg sl(
atebGaFdiRgrollerblades, skateboards, and bicycles areis not permitted on the a4peAAiMort without per+
ri3siet Permission. n)
Vehicles operated an the PUbliG Feadway and paFl(ing lots of the aii:pert shall be governed by the tFaffie No
Person shall operate
any vehieleVehicle on the a4pGAAiMort except in accordance with the fu4esRules and Fegulat+
easRggulations prescribed in this article. Page
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Code 1982, § 1-2.3-72; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-103. Airport Operations Area (AOA).
a) All vehielesVehicles entering the AOA must come to a complete stop and observe ground a+FGFaftAircraft
traffic in all directions.
b) Airside speed limits.
1) Safe speed. Vehicles shall not be operated at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the
conditions and having regard for actual and potential hazards, traffic, er-so as not to endanger
persensPersons or prepertyProperty.
2) Vehicles, except emergency vehk4esEmergencv Vehicles responding to an emergency, shall not be
operated on the AOA at speeds in excess of 15 miles per hour, unless otherwise posted.
3) Vehicles operated in the baggage sort areas, around hangars, and near afire-a#tAircraft shall be limited
to a speed of not more than five miles per hour.
c) Vehicles shall not be operated in such a manner or within such proximity of an aiFGFaftAircraft as to create a
hazard or interfere with the safe operation of the aireFaftAircraft.
d) Vehicles shall not overtake or pass in front of a moving airraftAircraft. e)
Vehicles shall pass to the rear of taxiing aiFeFatAircraft and maintain a safe distance from taxiing or towed aireraftAircraft.
f)
Vehicles may not be left running and unattended on the AOA. Exceptions include vehielesVehicles that must be
left running for the purpose of servicing an aiFGFa#tAircraft. In those cases, the vehieleVehicle must have the
parking brake engaged and/or wheel chocks in place. g)
All vehiele Vehicle Operators should display courtesy to taxiing aiFGraftAircraft during nighttime hours
by angling their vehielesVehicles so that headlight beams do not directly impact aiFGFaftAircraft cockpit areas.
h)
The airpert managefAirport Director may restrict vehoelesVehicles to a certain portion or segment of the AOA.
Such restrictions shall prohibit vehieleVehicle operations outside designated areas. i)
Manually eentrolled ^^*^Gates that provide access to the AOA shall be kept closed and locked at all times except
when actually in use. j)
When automatic gates are used, vehicle ^peFatGf&Vehicle Operators must stop the vehieleVehicle and aflowensure
the gate-tegates fully close behind them before proceeding. The Vehicle Operator
must also ensure that no other vehielesVehicles or persenErPersons gain access to the a*p9AAirport while
the gate is in the process of closing and/or not fully closed. If the vehiele opeFat^Vehicle Operator cannot
prevent such access, the vehiele eperat^~Vehicle Operator must immediately notify the airpert mAirport
Director or 911. Code
1982, § 1-2.3-73; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Sec.
8-104. Movement aFeaArea. a)
Vehicles operating in the movement aFeaMovement Area, except for emeYgenc, vehk esEmergency Vehicles,
must be readily identified by a sign on the veWc4eVehicle and be equipped with an approved and fully
operational amber rotating beacon on the roof or uppermost point of the vehieleVehicle providing visibility
in a 360 degree radius all in compliance with AC 150/5210-sB5C unless specifically exempted from this
requirement by the aiFpeFt Director. Such vehic-IesVehicles shall meet the following requirements:
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1) The vehieleVehicle must display a current a4peAAir ort issued v^hiGle pR;,-Vehicle Permit.
2) Operator's name or logo stating the Operator's name must be displayed on vehicle Vehicle at a size
sufficient for positive identification from a distance.
3) The beacon shall be activated by the YehiGle opeFat^Vehicle Operator prior to entering the „evemem*
areaMovement Area and shall remain in operation while the vehieleVehicle is in the Fn9veMeAt
area.Movement Area.
4) The vehieleVehicle must be equipped with a functioning two-way radio capable of communicating on
the proper aeronautical frequencies (ranging from 108.00 to 136.00). The radio must be on at all times
while on the Movement Area and the AOA.
b) In the event a vehieleVehicle in the FnevemeRt aFeaMovement Area experiences radio failure, the
vehieleVehicle must vacate the area utilizing perimeter roadways or other non -controlled routes. If exit via
non -controlled route is not possible, the vehicle eperatefyghicle Operator shall indicate radio failure by
facing the vehieleVehicle towards the air traffic control tower and flashing the vehicle'-sVehicle's headlights.
Thereafter, the vehiele opera*^~Vehicle Operator shall operate the vehieleVehicle in accordance with the
standard colored light signal directions given by ATC.
c) Vehicles should use public roads in lieu of crossing the rnevement aFeaMovement Area whenever possible.
Runway crossings for point-to-point travel for the sole purpose of convenience sake and saving travel time
are not permitted.
d) Vehicle eperateF-sOperators shall obtain a -clearance from ATC personnel before proceeding into the
movement ," ^.Movement Area. Upon receiving clearance, vehiele apeFat^•,Vehicle Operators shall ensure
that no aircra€tAircraft is approaching before entering the movement ar^.Movement Area. After obtaining
per Permission, a vehic-4eVehicle that is not operated on the akpoAAirport on a regular basis may
enter the Fnevement aFeaMovement Area provided that such vehieleVehicle is escorted at all times (while
the mevement aFea) by an authorized vehieleVehicle having radio contact with ATC.
e) When construction -related vehielesVehicles are required to enter or work within themovement
aFeaMovement Area, such veheelesVehicles will be marked with an approved orange and white checkered
flag (for daytime operations) or an amber beacon (for nighttime operations).
f) If the construction vehlsleVehicle is not equipped with a two-way radio capable of communicating on the
proper aeronautical frequencies, the vehleleVehicle shall be escorted at all times (while OR the rnevemeRt
ar-ea)-by an a#poAAirport authorized vehfeleVehicle having radio contact with ATC or have a flagman (with a
two-way radio capable of communicating on the proper aeronautical frequencies) stationed at the areas
designated by the alFPGFt managerAirport Director to give instructions to the vehieleVehicle.
g) Vehicle Operators operating in the movement areaMovement Area must be conversant with
proper radio communication; and standard colored light signals, regardless of whether or not the
vehieleVehicle is radio equipped, and must have a thorough knowledge of runway and taxiwaJaxiway
configuration.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-74; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-105. Accidents or incidents.
A vehicle eperaterVehicle Operator involved in an aecidentAccident on the a4peAAirport resulting in any
injury 4or death4 to perseng Person or damage to pFepertyProperty shall:
1) Stop the vehieleVehicle at the scene (or as close as possible to the scene without unnecessarily
obstructing traffic or creating a safety hazard).
2) Render reasonable assistance, if capable, to any peesenPerson injured in the aceidentAccident.
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3) Immediately report the ac-eklefftAccident to the `heFi4'` `epaFtmentSheriff's Department, unless all
pfepertyProperty owners involved with prepertythe accident and/or Property damage agree that
reporting the ac-emdentAccident to law ^^F^`^ementa Law Enforcement Officer is not necessary.
4) If on the movement "^'AOA, the a4FpeFt FnanagefAirport Director must also be notified immediately.
5) Provide the following information to any aigaar4AiMort personnel:
a. Name, address, and contact information.
b. State driver's license.
C. Airport identifieation badge.Identification Badge.
d. Information necessary to complete a vehicle acre '^^+Vehicle Accident report.
6) Remain at the scene until aimr-Airport personnel or law enfeFe^m^^* ^{Fin^`Law Enforcement Officer
takes a full report.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-75; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-106. Vehicle maintenance.
Private „ hoe;esVehicles shall not be cleaned and/or maintained anywhere on the a4peAAirport, except for
minor repairs that are necessary to remove such vehiciesVehicles from the akr-pef-EALmort.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-76; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-107. Parking or stopping of vehidesVehicles.
a) Vehicles shall be pa4e4 arked only in those areas designated for such purpose by the a+epert
Fwanage4--.Airport Director.
b) Vehicles shall not be paf-k-e4Parked or stopped:
1) In such a manner so as to obstruct a paFki+RgParking lot lane, driveway, roadway, walkway, crosswalk,
fire lane, runway, taxiway, +'xi''^^Taxiway. Taxilane, and/or ebstfuet access to hangars, pafI(ed
a+re_ra#tParked Aircraft, and/or parked vehielesParked Vehicles;
2) Within four feet of either side of a security fence;
3) On unpaved or grassed areas (unless specifically designated for pagParking); or
4) Other than in accordance with restrictions posted on authorized signs.
c) Vehicles, other than those loading and unloading aia#tAircraft, shall not stop for loading, unloading, or any
other purpose on the ~Airport other than in the areas specifically established for loading, unloading,
and/or pa*ingParking and only in the manner prescribed by signs, lines, or other means.
d) Displaying vehielesVehicles and ground support equipreentEqujj ment for sale at the aifpeftAirport is
prohibited unless otherwise approved in writing by the airport+waeageF-.Airport Director.
e) Boats, jet skis, dune buggies, race cars, recreational vehielesVehicles, etc., may not be permanently
pa4e l arked (including overnight) or stored on the aiflpeetAir ort unless inside a hangar (subject to the
requirements and restrictions of 8-92) or with prior peFmissien. He..-.-, `` will hang"
Permission.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-77; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
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Sec. 8-108. Disabled, ahandenedAbancloned, or illegally parked ^"iParked Vehicles The
airp agerAirport Director may tow or otherwise remove from the ak-ps Airport, at the vehiele eperatef4yghicle
Operator's risk and expense and without liability for damage that may result from such removal, any
veh4EleVehicle: 1)
That is disabled or par-kedParked in violation of these fu4,-sRules and Fegulatie s (eF of the veWel^ Regulations
2)
That creates a safety hazard or interferes with a4peAAir ort operations}! and/or 23)
That has remained stationary on the aWpertALMort in excess of 72 hours and is in a condition that would
render the vPhffiE4eVehicle inoperable, including an expired license plate, missing (or flat) tire, and/
or broken window. Code
1982, § 1-2.3-78; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Sec.
8-109. Refueling, defueling, and fue4Fuel storage. a)
Applicability. 1)
This section in its entirety applies to those eRtities (eemMercia Wersons (Commercial or 34Noncommercial)
operating refueling ehiclesB fuehng Vehicles and fue4Fuel storage facilities.
2)
Only subsections (b) through (d) of this section apply to those eriesPersons engaged in 3'
self fu^'*^^Noncommercial Self -Fueling without r^F u^'i^^ ehielesRefueling Vehicles and
4ue4Fuel storage facilities. b)
Regulatory MeGSuresMeasures. 1)
Refueling, defueling, and 4 elFuel storage on the aWpertALMort shall conform to all appropriate latery
mea& p^°Rggulatory Measures, NFPA guidelines, AC 150/5230-4, SWPPP, a 4 eperater!
sOperator's SPCC-., and local fire district rules and regulations. 2)
Fuels shall only be stored and dispensed on the a*pE4Airport by those entities Persons operating under
an Fe +eotAgre yement approvedbytheeComygrantingsuchpererissionPermission. c) Refueling,
defueling, and fu,-4 uel storage operations. 1) All
fuel operators must be trained consistent with industry best practices. Operators with fuel operators are
responsible for providing such training. 2) A
properly trained fuel operator shall be present 4and responsive} at all times while fu-e4Fuel delivery veh*elesVehicles
transfer feelFuel into or out of any fuelFuel storage facility. 23) The
fuel operator shall remain within the immediate vicinity, in close proximity to, and in direct view of all operating
controls and equipmepAEguipment of the Fuel Vehicle and Fuel storage facility. 34) The
eperaterOperator shall not leave the discharge end of any hose unattended at any time while the transfer of
fu--[Fuel is in progress. 45) The
fuel operator shall not block, open, disengage, and/or deactivate the deadman while fueling and/or
transferring fae4Fuel. 56) Aircraft
shall not be refueled or defueled in an area where aircFa4Aircraft engines are operating, aircraftAircraft (or
engines) are being warmed by application of heat, or while the aiFGraftAircraft is located in
a hangar. Page 41
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67) All fuelFuel handled on the a4peA&Mort shall be treated with due caution and circumspection with
regard to the rights and safety of others so as not to endanger, or likely to endanger, peFsen&Persons
or pFepentyProperty.
8) indyffiduafsPersons engaged in the refueling, defueling, and oil servicing of ai raft4Aircraft or
Vehicles, the filling of refueling eh;e[e-Refueling Vehicles or dispensing
equipmentEguipment, or the dumping or pumping or loading of aviation 4w4Fuels (or oils) into or
from fuelFuel (or oil) storage facilities shall exercise care and extreme caution to prevent overflow of
fuelFuel (or oils) and/or spills.
99) In the event of a spill, seetiGnSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-8685 shall be followed.
910) Refueling vehielesVehicles shall be positioned so that the vek*GleVehicle can be directly driven or
towed away from the loading or fueling position in the event of fire or spill.
4911) Not more than one Fefueling vehieleRefueling Vehicle shall be positioned to refuel each wing of
an a+raraftAircraft and not more than two Fefuelin ' ^"*^'^Refueling Vehicles shall be positioned to
service the same aiffr-raf#Aircraft.
4412) Aircraft fuel haP44RgFuel Handling shall be conducted outdoors and at least 50 feet from any
hangar, facility, and any combustion and ventilation air-intake to any boiler, heater, or incinerator
room or as approved by the fire marshal.
12JQ) Pouring or gravity transfer of faelFuel from containers larger than five gallons is prohibited.
Pumps, either hand- or power -operated, shall be used when aiFeFaf-tAircraft are fueled from
containers larger than five gallons.
b. All containers shall be designed for the type of fae fuel contained therein.
3314) Aircraft or vehielesVehicles shall not be refueled or defueled if an electrical storm is in progress
within the immediate vicinity of the a+epeftAirport.
4415) When a+FeraftAircraft are being refueled or defueled, the Fefu ^ling vehieleRefueling Vehicle shall
be bonded to the a+rer-aftAircraft to equalize the voltage potential between the refueling
vehieleRefueling Vehicle and the ak-c Aircraft. All hoses, nozzles, spouts, funnels, and appurtenances
used in refueling and defueling operations shall be FM or UL approved and shall be equipped with a
bonding device to prevent ignition of volatile liquids.
1516) Refueling vehiele epeFat^f&Vehicle Operators shall not operate the vehicleVehicle in reverse
anywhere on the ~Airport unless another peKseePerson is present and capable of monitoring and
directing the movement of the vehieleVehicle.
4617) Aircraft shall not be refueled or defueled while passengers are on board unless a passenger -
loading ramp is in place at the aiera#Aircraft cabin door, the door is in the open position, and an
attendant is present at or near the door. If an incapacitated pa#ePA erson is on board the
aireFa€tAircraft during refueling operations, fire district personnel and firefighting/rescue
e4 uipmentEguipment must be available at the scene.
1718) No pe;-e erson shall operate any radio transmitter or receiver (or switch electrical appliances
on or off in an a+FGFaftAircraft) during refueling or defueling unless said radio transmitter or receiver is
designed for such environment.
19) Smoking is prohibited in or about any air—f Aircraft, on any ap4&RApron, or within 100 feet of
an a+rr-_ra€tAircraft being fueled or defueled.
1920) For single point refueling, deadman controls or mechanism shall be utilized and shall remain in
good working order at all times. No pe Person shall deactivate or bypass a deadman control or
mechanism at any time.
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2821) During refueling operations, no pe-seRE erson shall use any material or equip r +entEgIL ment
that is likely to cause a spark or ignition within 50 feet of such a+FGFaftAircraft or vehideVehicle.
Smoking, matches, lighters, or any open flames are prohibited on the AOA and within 50 feet of any
awFGFaft, Fefue'i^^ vehiele, f„^'Aircraft, Refueling Vehicle, Fuel storage facility, or any aireraftAircraft
being fueled or defueled.
21:22) The eeu44yCounty assumes no liability or responsibility for violations of any applicable refueling
requirements, procedures..-, or Regulatory Measures.
The eperaterOperator or fesseeLessee shall be solely responsible for any violation incident to or
in connection with the eperater!&Opgrator's or Lessee'-sLessee's fueling storage facilities,
equip+ entEguipment, operations, and training.
b. The operaterOperator or lesseeLessee shall reimburse the a4peAAirport for any fines, legal or
court costs, incurred by the alrpertAirport for such violations.
d) Storage of Fef-uekng ehieiesgefuelinp Vehicles.
1) Refueling vehielesVehicles shall be stored outside and not less than 50 feet from a building (or at the
distance approved by the a+rpert FnanageFAirport Director) unless building is designed, constructed,
and used exclusively for that purpose.
This subsection does not apply to containers with a capacity of not more than five gallons;
provided that no more than one c-a44such container is located within a single aeh+eleVehicle and
not more than two eanssuch containers are located in any hangar.
b. All handheld portable Fuel containers shall be an approved type pursuant to section 79.104 of
the stateState fire prevention code and legibly marked. Capacity shall conform to Table No.
79.104 of the stateState fire prevention code.
2) Refueling vehielesVehicles shall be paf" arked in a manner that provides a minimum of ten feet of
separation between vehielesthe Refueling Vehicles and any other vehieleVehicle or ai cr-AAircraft or
within 20 feet of a stormwater inlet.
e) Maintenance of Fefue'i^^ ehiclesRefuelinp Vehicles.
1) Maintenance and servicing of refueliR^ ehiel- sBgfueling Vehicles shall be performed outdoors or in a
building that is approved by the aoFPGFt PA@nage+Airport Director and fire depaFtMeRtdistrict
specifically for this purpose..
2) Operators or lesseesLessees shall document and maintain vehieleVehicle maintenance and
ageRc-yGovernmental Authority inspection records. These records shall be made available to the air -pert
reanagerAirport Director upon request.
f) Equipment.
1) Only those f K-4Fuel storage facilities and Fefuelin^ Yehic'esBgfuehng Vehicles (and
equip nentEguipment) that are approved under an agree mep&AgEgernent with the eeuWtyCounty shall
be used for the storage and delivery of fuelFuel.
2) Refueling vehic;lesVehicles, fueling pumps, meters, hoses, nozzles, funnels, fire extinguishers, and
bonding devices used during fueling operations shall be maintained in a safe operating condition and in
good working order and repair at all times. When said refu^'o^^ vehie'^-Refueling Vehicles or
equip me Aguj ment are found in a stateState of disrepair, malfunction, the use constitutes an undue fire
or safety hazard, or is in violation of any eg I r-^Regulatory Measure, the eperaterOperator
shall discontinue the use of such vehielesVehicles and/or equip + ieMjg pment until repairs,
replacements, or changes are made to render the same safe for continued use. 3)
Refueling vehieles, equipmentVehicles, Equipment, and ft elFuel storage facilities shall be placarded, marked,
and/or color coded in accordance with NFPA 407 and applicable FAA Advisory Circulars. Page
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4) Adequate and proper fire extinguishers shall be immediately available during all fueling and defueling
operations.
a. At least two carbon dioxide (or approved dry chemical) fire extinguishers (15 pounds or larger) or
the types of fire extinguishers that are capable of extinguishing category B and category C fires
shall be immediately available.
b. All extinguishers shall be inspected and certified as required by liwReRulatory Measures and all
personnel involved with fueling or defueling operations shall be properly trained on the use of
fire extinguishers.
5) Adequate and proper absorbent and 4HAFuel spill containment capable of damming/diking a fuelFuel
spill shall be immediately available at all times.
6) All hoses, funnels, and appurtenances used in fueling and defueling operations shall be equipped with
a bonding device to prevent ignition of volatile liquids.
7) Refueling vef iGlesVehicles and veb+elesVehicles utilized to deliver fuelFuel to the fuelFuel storage
facility shall be subject to inspection by the ' Airport Director at any time to determine
compliance with these fulesRules and F^, ;at[GnsRggj lations.
g) Fuel storage facilities.
1) The maintenance and operation of fuelFuel storage facilities shall meet NFPA 30, NFPA 407, and FAA
atiefsRegulatory Measures, and shall be approved by all ageneiesGovernmental Authorities who
regulate the maintenance and operation of fueiFuel storage facilities. Further, the installation of all
tanks and/or facilities shall meet the requirements of the stateState fire prevention code, article 24.
2) Any portable containers of more than 50 gallons shall be approved by all ageneiesGovernmental
Authorities who regulate the storage of fuelFuel and may be used for a period of no more than 90 days
and shall be for a specific location (or site) only.
3) All security gates leading into fuelFuel storage areas shall be kept closed and locked at all times except
when actually in use.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-79; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-110. Flagging or Hawking Prohibited.
Flagging" and/or "Hawking" is prohibited at the Airport. For the purposes of these Rules and Regulations,
this is defined as: any method or means used from any location to attract incoming Aircraft for the purposes of
selling Fuel or providing other services (except the use of fixed signs if approved by the County).
Secs. 84-A111-8-131. Reserved.
DIVISION 3. GENERAL AVIATION MINIMUM STANDARDS
Sec. 8-132. Purpose and scope.
a) The purpose of these geReFal aviatien rnffiRimum sta d- Fds (rni,im m `*'^d General Aviation Minimum
Standards (Minimum_ Standards) is to encourage, promote, and ensure:
1) The delivery of high quality geneFal aviatieRGeneral Aviation products, services, and facilities to
a4peAAIMort users;
2) The design and development of high quality geReFal aviatian imp•evement- General Aviation
Improvements and facilities at the a*peAAiMort;
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3) Safety and security; at the Airport;
4) The economic health of General Aviation Airport businesses; and
5) The orderly development of Airport Property.
To this end, all entit+esPersons desiring to engage in geneFal aviation ^^•^^au tical aetmvotiesGeneral Aviation
Aeronautical Activities at the afrpeAA1Mort shall be accorded reasonable opportunities, without unjust
discrimination, to engage in such activities, subject to these minimum standaFdsthe General Provisions, the Rules
and Regulations, and these Minimum Standards.
b) AeFenautical activities may be pFE)pesed that de not fall within the eategeFies designated heFeiR. in any sueh
eases, aPPFE)PFiate PAinimunq standaFds shall be developed by the awFpert FnanageF E)R a Ease by case basis (in
c) Specialized
ef a fixed base epeFateF (FBQ); heweveF, if suitable land GF ffifflpFayements are not aVailab e OF GaRRet be
Aviation Service
Operators may lease land from the eeuetyCounty and may request in writing to the eeu+AyCounty to
construct imprevemeRts an such land in the aFeas designated by the EGURty, eF lease improvements from
the ee tylmprovements on such land. SASOs may also sublease Improvements from an FBO or, with
approval from the County, sublease Improvements from another SASO.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-80; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-133. General PFOYOS Provisions.
These Minimum Standards include and incorporate herein by reference all provisions
provided in the geneFal pFavisi General Provisions.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-81; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-134. Exclusive &Rights.
a) In accordance with the
eenditien to receiving federal eF state f, ndsAirport Assurances, the granting of rights or privileges to engage
in eemwercoal aeF9nautiea' aetivitiesCommercial Aeronautical Activities shall not be construed in any manner
as affording an eperaterOperator any exclusive Fightbx usive Right, other than the exclusive use of the land
and/or is preaementslmprovements that may be leased to the eperaterOpgrator, if applicable, and then
only to the extent provided in an r m^^+Agreement.
b) The presence on the a+rpertAir ort of only one ep #yPerson engaged in a particular Commercial aeFeRautical
aetuvit ,Commercial Aeronautical Activity does not, in and of itself, indicate that an exelusive rightExclusive
Right has been granted. It is the policy of the seu44tyCounty not to enter into or promote an understanding,
commitment, or express agreement to exclude other reasonably qualified entities Persons. Accordingly, those
who desire to enter into an agFeer ,^4Agreement with the c-eu4yCounty should neither expect nor request
that the eeu-RWy I unt exclude others who also desire to engage in the same or similar activities. The
opportunity to engage in a eerAmereffial aeMnautiea' aeti it Commercial Aeronautical Activity shall be made
available to those ent+tiesPersons meeting the qualifications and the requirements set forth in these
Minimum Standards and as space may be available at the a+rpertAiMort to support such
activity; provided such use is consistent with the current and planned uses of a+rpertAirport land and
ementslmprovements and is in the best interest of the eeuntyCounty.
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c) If the FAA determines that any provision of these Minimum Standards, an
Agreement, or a practice constitutes a grant of a prohibited exclusive rightExclusive Right, such provision or
practice shall be deemed null and void and/or such practice shall be discontinued immediately.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-82; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-135. Land use.
The eeu44V my reserves the right to designate specific a#peAAjMort areas in which
eemmerzia;Commercial and Noncommercial Aeronautical Activities may be
conducted. Such designation shall give consideration to the nature and extent of the activities, the land and
slmprovements that are available, and the preferred development of the aicpaAAirport as described
in the most recently completed master plan, aiFpert layeut pla44Master Plan, Airport Layout Plan, and/or a land use
plan.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-83; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-136. Applicability.
a) These Fninimum standaFdsMinimum Standards specify the standards and requirements that must be met by
any epA#yPerson desiring to engage in one or more general aviation aeFenautical ctivitiesGeneral Aviation
Aeronautical Activities at the a4peAAir ort. Throughout these minimum standaFdsMinimum Standards, the
word "standards" or "requirements" shall be understood to be modified by the word "minimum," except
where explicitly statedStated otherwise. Any required determinations, interpretations, or judgments
regarding what constitutes an acceptable minimum standard, or regarding compliance with such standard,
shall be made by the cew yCounty. All entltie?Persons are encouraged to exceed the applicable + +rn
StandardsMinimum Standards.
b) These minimum standaFdsMinimum Standards shall apply to any new agFee ent ^^^rat^rAgreement,
amendment to an Agreement, new Operator or impFevem^^+S ^'^+ ^^ +^new Improvements at the
Air ort.
1) If an existing epeFator (whether a lessee OF ublei ^^'Operator desires to
existing agFeement (^r sublease) t^ materially change its permitted aeFeRautical etivitiesAeronautical
Activities, the ceuCounty shall, as a condition of its approval of such change, require the
era Person to comply with these minimum standaFdsMinimum Standards as they apply to the new
Aeronautical Activity.
2) These minimum standards Minimum Standards shall not affect any agreem-e +Agreement or
amendment t^ ^h ^^r^^^n^^t (^r sublease` properly executed prior to the date of promulgation of
these MiRiFnWn standaFels Minimum Standards except as provided for in such agree e, g ment
or sublease,amendment, in which case these minimum standaFdSMinimum Standards shall apply to
the extent permitted by such agreement (Agreement or subleas, amendment.
3) Upon termination of an agFee ^*Agreement (or subleaseSublease), the epeFaterOperator shall be
required to comply with these minimum standards Minimum Standards upon execution of a new
agFeement. L.1^,•,eyer, sublessees that enter int^ a Agreement, renewal sublease f^r the saMe facAatie
to engage On the „tical aet;.„ties shall net be Feeluffiredof an Agreement, or amendment to
such Agreement. If such Operator is unable to comply with these Fninimum standaFels. Minimum
Standards immediately upon execution of such new Agreement, renewal, or amendment, the Operator
may apply to the County for a temporary variance of the Minimum Standards in accordance with
Section 8- . The length of time for such temporary variance, if granted, shall be determined in the
sole discretion of the Airport Director.
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4) These MOROMUFA standapdsMinimum Standards shall not be deemed to modify any existing
o. ne t}Agreement (or subleaseSublease) under which an entit-ya Person is required to exceed these
Minimum Standards, nor shall they prohibit the eeu44yCounty from entering into
or enforcing an agFe^m^^«Agreement (or subleaseSublease) that requires an eRtitya Person to exceed
the FnwniFRUM Standardr Minimum Standards.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-84; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-136.5. Variance or exemption.
a) The County has the right but is not obligated to approve variances or exemptions to the Minimum
Standards when a specific clause section or provision of the Minimum Standards may not be justified in a
particular case because of special conditions or unique circumstances.
b) Prior to approving or denying variances or exemptions the Airport Director shall conduct a reasonable and
not unjustly discriminatory review of all relevant information to include those items described in subsection
h) of this section as well as any other information requested by the Airport Director.
c) Approval or denial of a variance or exemption shall be provided in writing within 90 days from the receipt of
the written request.
d) If approved the variance or exemption shall only apply to the special conditions or unique circumstances of
the particular case for which the variance or exemption is granted.
e) An approval of a variance or exemption shall not serve to amend modify or alter the Minimum Standards.
a) When a specific product service or facility is not currently being provided at the Airport, the County may
enter into an Agreement with an FBO or SASO with terms and conditions that may be less than those
outlined in the Minimum Standards (e.g., reduced rents lower Minimum Standards, etc.), only for a limited
period of time (i.e., pioneering period). The duration of the pioneering period shall be specified in the
Agreement.
h) Requests for variance or exemption shall be submitted in writing to the Airport Director and must state
definitively the document and the exact clauses sections or provisions for which the variance or exemption
is being sought describe the proposed variance or exemption state the reason or rationale for the proposed
variance or exemption identify potential and/or anticipated impacts on the Airport, other Persons (including
Operators and Lessees) at the Airport and the community, and identify the proposed duration of the
requested variance or exemption.
i) Each variance or exemption shall be requested for and approved or denied separately.
j) The County is not obligated to approve any request for a waiver or exemption.
Code 1982 § 1-2.3-31; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-137. Grounds for denial.
The County may reject any proposal (including requests for variances or exemptions) or any application for
any one or more of the following reasons:
1) The Applicant for any reason does not fully meet the qualifications, standards, and requirements
established by the County, as determined in the County's sole discretion.
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2) The Applicant's proposed activities and/or Improvements will create a safety hazard at or on the
Airport.
3) The County would be required to expend funds and/or supply labor and/or materials in connection
with the proposed activities and/or Improvements that the County is unwilling and/or unable to spend
and/or will result in a financial loss or hardship to the County or the Airport.
4) No appropriate adequate or available land and/or Improvement exists at the Airport to accommodate
the proposed activity (at the time the proposal or application are submitted) nor is such availability
contemplated within a reasonable timeframe.
5) The proposed activities and/or Improvements do not comply with the Master Plan of the Airport or the
ALP then in effect or anticipated to be in effect within the timeframe proposed by the Applicant.
6) The development or use of the land requested by the Applicant will result in a congestion of Aircraft
and/or the Improvements will in the sole discretion of the County, unduly interfere with activities of
any existing Operator at the Airport and/or prevent adequate access to the Leased Premises of any
existing Operator.
7) The Applicant has intentionally or unintentionally misrepresented or omitted a material fact in the
proposal on the application and/or in supporting documentation.
8) The Applicant has failed to make full disclosure in the proposal, on the application, and/or in
supporting documentation.
9) The Applicant or an officer, director, agent representative shareholder, or employee of the Applicant
has a record of violating the Regulatory Measures of the County (or any other Airport sponsor), the
FAA or any other Regulatory Measure applicable to the Airport and/or the proposed activity.
10) The Applicant or an officer, director, agent representative shareholder, or employee of the Applicant
has defaulted in the performance of any Agreement or Sublease at the Airport or at any other location.
11) The Applicant does not exhibit adequate financial responsibility or capability to undertake the
proposed activity.
12) The Applicant cannot provide a performance bond or applicable insurance in the type and amounts
required by the County for the proposed activity.
13) The Applicant or an officer or director has been convicted of a felony.
14) The Applicant's proposed activity has been or could be detrimental to the Airport.
15) The Applicant seeks terms and conditions which are inconsistent with County's policies or any request
for proposal (or any other invitation for proposals) issued by the County.
16) The Applicant's interests and/or the proposed activity or use is inconsistent with the Airport's mission
purpose) vision values goals or objectives• the best interest of the County; or any Airport
Assurances.
17) Nothing contained herein shall be construed to prohibit the County from denying, for any reason it
deems sufficient an application to do business on the Airport for the purpose of selling, furnishing or
establishing non -aviation products and supplies or any service or business of a non -aeronautical
nature or the application by a Person for an area on the Airport for the personal Noncommercial use
of such Person.
Code 1982 § 1-2.3-32. Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007)
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Sec. 8-137.5. General requirements.
a) Introduction. Operators engaging in aeFenautiea' aet4 Aeronautical Activities at the a4peAAirport shall
meet or exceed the requirements of this section as well as the minimum standards applicable to the
epeFateF3Operator's activities, as set forth in subsequent sections.
b) Experienc%apability. Operator shall, in the judgment of the eau"4yCounty, demonstrate before and during
the term of the agFee ^'_Agreement the following:
1) The capability of providing the proposed products, services, and facilities and engaging in the proposed
activities in a safe, efficient, courteous, prompt, and workmanlike manner in service to and tefor the
benefit of the public; and
2) The financial and technical responsibility, capability, and integrity to develop and maintain
mentsImprovements; procure and maintain required vehicles, eq ^ntVehicles, Equipment,
and/or a+FGra#Aircraft; employ the proper level of personnel; and engage in the
aetiv+typroposed/ongoing Aeronautical Activities.
c) Agreement approval.
1) No ep"i erson shall engage in an activity on the Airport unless the ent+tythat Person has an
or r^^^tAgreement with the eau AyCounty authorizing such activity or the e l#yPerson has received
written approval (sent) from the eeuRtyCounty to sublease land or impFevementsimprovements
from an authorized epeFate-FOperator and conduct the activity at the a+perAirport.
2) Except as provided for in seetianSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-136, an agFee i ntAgreement shall
not reduce or limit oner;#9*4Opf ratoCs obligations with respect to these minimum
standarsMinimum Standards.
d) Payment of rents, fees, and charges.
1) Operator shall pay t4eall rents, fees, a and other charges specified by the setmtyCounty for engaging in
activities at the Airport.
2) Operator's failure to remain current in the payment of any and all rents, fees, charges, and other sums
due to the eeaatyCounty shall be grounds for revocation of the zgFeeme^ tAgreement or approval
authorizing the conduct of activities at the a4pe4Airport.
e) Leased isesPremises. Operator shall lease sufficient land and/or lease, sublease, or construct sufficient
e ementslmprovements for the activity as stipulated in these Fninimum standaFds.Minimum Standards.
1) Each SASO and . Noncommercial storage eper-aterOperator with an
agreer^^^^tAgreement shall lease a minimum of 87,120 square feet (two acres) of contiguous
Ia4dContiguous Land, upon which all FequiiFed '^ ^^ ^ ^^*Improvements, including apren paved
tiedewaApron, Paved Tiedown, facilities, and •-^"i ;gVehicle Parking, shall be located.
2) Improvements shall comply at all times with all applicable FegulatOFY measures peFtai^i^gReg L atory
Measures including, but not limited, to those pertaining to ADA accessibility, height, drainage, building
setbacks, and available vehicle paFl(*Rg Vehicle Parking. .
3) Improvements constructed by Lessees and Sublessees pursuant to an Agreement with the County shall
be authorized by the County in such Agreement and shall be constructed and maintained in accordance
with all applicable Regulatory Measures including without limitation the Rules and Regulations and in
accordance with the Development Guidelines.
4) Construction of any impFavementsimprovements must be approved in advance by the airport
managll Lessees and Sublessees
must submit construction or modification plans to the Airport Director in advance for review
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45) Leased premisesPremises that require access to the Movement Area and are used for
eemweFdalCommercial purposes and recfuiferequiring public access shall have direct public streetside
access.
f) Apron/paved4ie4 Saved Tiedowns.
1) Aprons/ Paved Tiedowns (if required) must have adequate size and weight bearing
capacity to accommodate the movement, staging, and gParking of
sublessee -,!Operator's, Operator's Sublessees', and customers' aieeraftAircraft without interfering with
the movement of awFeraftAircraft in and out of other facilities and a*r-cFaftat the Airport or any Aircraft
operating in taxi lanesTaxilanes or taxiwa(sTaxiways.
2) Aprons associated with hangars shall be equal teno less than 1.5 times the hangar square footage or
adequate to accommodate the movement of a*era#tAircraft into and out of the hangar, staging, and
paddngParking of customer and/or Operator Aircraft without interfering with the
movement of affiFffaftAircraft in and out of other facilities and airc-ra€tat the Airport or any Aircraft
operating in taxi laresTaxilanes or taxiwaysTaxiways.
g) Vehicle pGr-kin
1) Paved vehi ngVehicle Parking shall meet all regulateFy m fe-sa gulatory Measures and be
sufficient to accommodate all eperataf40perator's and epeFater's s blesseer'Operator's Sublessees' (if
subleasing fae& ^&any) and customers', employees', visitors', vendors', and suppliers' vehielesVehicles
on a daily basis.
2) Paved vehicle par,(ingVehicle Parking shall be on ^ Fater'` l eased ppe nist-&0perator's Leased
Premises and/or located in close proximity to 9perat&r'-sOperator's main facility.- or provided at a public
lot that can accommodate the parking.
3) On -street vehicle pad(in^Vehicle Parking is not allowed.
h) Products, services, and facilities.
1) Products, services, and facilities shall be provided on a reasonable, and not unjustly discriminatory,
basis to all consumers and users of the ~Airport.
2) Operator shall charge reasonable, and not unjustly discriminatory, prices for each product, service, or
facility; provided that 9perat9rOperator may be allowed to make reasonable discounts, rebates, or
other similar types of price reductions to volume purchasers.
3) Operator shall conduct its activities on and from the leased premise Leased Premises in a safe,
efficient, and first class professional manner consistent with the degree of care and skill exercised by
experienced operatersOperators providing comparable products, services, and facilities and engaging
in similar activities from similar leased pFemisesLeased Premises in like markets.
i) Non-discrimination.
1) Operator shall not discriminate against any pers9-R erson or class of persensPersons by reason of race,
creed, color, national origin, sex, age, or physical handicap in providing any products or services or in
the use of any of its facilities provided for the public, or in any manner prohibited by applicable
ulateFy meal FesRegulatory Measures, including, without limitation, Part 21 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Office of the Secretary of Transportation effectuating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act
of 1964, as amended or reenacted.
2) In the event of noncompliance with this subsection (i), the eeuMyCounty shall take such action as the
fedeFa' goveFAmen*Governmental Authorities may direct to enforce such compliance.
j) Licenses, permits, certifications, and ratings. Operator and eperate4-sOpgrator's personnel shall obtain and
comply with, at eperater'sOperator's sole expense, all necessary licenses, permits, certifications, or ratings
required for the conduct of eperat9f40perator's activities at the aieyer 2Ai rt as required by the
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eetwAyCounty or any other duly authorized ageneyGovern mental Authority prior to engaging in any activity
at the airpertAirport. Upon request, eperaterOperator shall provide copies of such licenses, permits,
certifications, or ratings to the aiFport FnanagefAirport Director within ten business days of such request.
1) Costs associated with obtaining eperaterOperator (not eperater'-sOperator's personnel) licenses,
permits, certifications, or ratings required for the conduct of eperat94Operator's activities shall be
borne solely by eperaterOperator.
2) Operator shall keep in effect and post in a prominent place on the Leased Premises all necessary or
required licenses, permits, certifications, or ratings.
k) Personnel.
1) Operator shall provide a responsible pe Person on the lease' ^•^mis^sLeased Premises to
supervise all Operator activities at the Airport and such persenPerson shall be qualified and authorized
to represent and act for and on behalf of eperaterOperator during all hours of activities with respect to
the method, manner, and conduct of the eperaterOperator and eperat9f4Operator's activities.
2) Operator shall have in its employ, on duty, and on the leased pFemis^sLeased Premises during hours of
activity, properly trained, qualified, and courteous personnel in such numbers as are required to meet
these Fninimum standaFdsMinimum Standards and to meet the reasonable demands of the,av+atien
public for each activity being conducted in a safe, secure, efficient, courteous, and prompt manner.
3) Operator shall control the conduct, demeanor, and appearance of their employees. It shall be the
responsibility of the eperaterOperator to maintain close supervision over eperater'sOperator's
employees to ensure that a high standard of products, services, and facilities are provided in a safe,
secure, efficient, courteous, and prompt manner.
I) Aircraft, equipeaen-tfqut ment, and vehicles Vehicles. All required aiFGFaft, eq m^^+Aircraft, Equipment, and
vehwelesVehicles must be fully operational, functional, a444-available at all e;during the Operator's hours
of operation, and capable of providing all required products and services.
1) Aircraft, equip +e44Equl ment, and veh+elesVehicles can be temporarily unavailable due to routine or
emergency maintenance so long as appropriate measures are taken to return the aiFeFa€t,
equipmerEtAircraft, Equipment, or vehieleVehicle to service as soon as possible.
2) Operator shall have at least one required aircraft, equipn4efftAircraft, Equipment, and/or
vehoeleVehicle in a fully operational/functional condition at all times.
m) Hours of activity.
1) Each eperaterOperator shall provide the minimum hours of activity required for its specific operations
n this ehapter-.at the Airport as provided in these Minimum Standards. An eperat9+4Qperator's hours
of activity shall be clearly posted in public view using appropriate (and professional) signage.
2) If exterior signage is utilized, it must be approved in advance by the airpeFt Director.
n) Security.
1) Operator shall designate a responsible perserrPerson for the coordination of all security procedures,
ASP compliance, and communications and provide point -of -contact information to the airport
wanagerAirport Director, including the name of the primary and secondary contacts and a 24-hour
telephone number for both contacts.
2) Operator shall install fencing, doors, gates, lighting, access card reader, and locks in accordance with
the Airport ASP and maintain same in good condition at all times.
3) Operator shall not remove any ~Airport locks.
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4) Operator must comply with all applicable security reporting requirements has established by #k e
my, FAA,TcnGovernmental Authorities, Regulatory Measures, and law enfereemeRt ageRcies).the
Rules and Regulations.
o) Insurance.
1) Operator shall procure, maintain, and pay premiums during the term of an agF m^^«Agreement for
insurance policies required by Fegulatery FneasuFesRegulatory Measures and the types and minimum
limits set forth in Attachment A, found at the end of this chapter, for each activity. The insurance
company underwriting the required policies shall be licensed (with a Best Rating of A-7) or authorized
to write such insurance in the stateState or be approved in writing by the beaFdBoard of GeuRty
FnmissffieneFsCounty Commissioners (BOCC). When coverages or limits set forth herein are not
c;ommerGiallyCommercially available, appropriate replacement coverages or limits must be approved,
in advance, by the eeuatyCounty.
2) When coverages or limits set forth herein are not economically viable for the proposed activity,
eper-atef0perator may request a variance (as outlined in sec-tionSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-16).
3) When eperaterOperator engages in more than one activity, the minimum insurance limits shall be
established by the (ea County and may vary depending upon the nature of each activity or
combination of activities, but shall not necessarily be cumulative in all instances. While it may not be
necessary for epeFat9FOperator to carry insurance policies for the combined total of the minimum
requirements of each activity, eperate.FOperator shall procure and maintain insurance for all exposures
in amounts at least equal to the greatest of the required minimum insurance limits or as established by
the eeuptyCounty.
4) All insurance which eperaterOperator is required by the WCounty to carry and keep in force shall
name the eau rtyCounty, the Airport, and the beaFdBoard of GOUety
County Commissioners, individually and collectively, and their representatives, officers,
officials, employees, agents, and volunteers as additional insured.
5) Liability policies shall contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions:
a "T6 c+ c+Lucie Geunty Into a«,^ al A*FpeFt, and the St.a. "The Treasure
Coast International Airport St. Lucie County, and the St. Lucie County Board of County
Commissioners individually and collectively, and their representatives, officers, officials,
employees agents and volunteers are covered as additional insured on a primary and non-
contributory basis with respect to: liability arising out of activities performed by or on behalf of
Operator; products and services of Operator; premises owned leased occupied or used by
Operator; or Vehicles Equipment or Aircraft owned leased hired, or borrowed by Operator.
Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by St. Lucie County, the Treasure Coast International
Airport, and the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners, individually and collectively,
and their representatives, officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers are to be Gave
epeFatar; er vehicles, equipment, eF affirGraft owned, leased, hiFed, OF beFFewed by epeFateF. ARY
F self iRSUFaRGe maintained by St. Lucie Geunty, the St. Lueie County Intematienal
opeFatar's and shall not eeRtribute with it -.— shall be in excess of Operator's and shall not
contribute with it." A waiver of subrogation in favor of the County should be provided under all
required policies.
b. "Any failure to comply with reporting or other provisions of the policies, including breaches of
warranties, shall not affect coverage provided to St. Lucie County, the St.' Lucie Gewnty reasure
Coast International Airport, and the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners, individually
and collectively, and their representatives, officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers.
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Operator's insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made or suit is
brought, except with respect to the aggregate limits of the insurer's liability."
C. "Coverage shall not be suspended, voided, or cancelled by either party or reduced in coverage or
in limits except after 30 days' prior written notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has
been given to the County."
6) Certificates of iRsuFaneelnsurance for the insurance required by FegulateFy Fnea& _-&Regulatory
Measures and set forth by these Minimum Standards for each activity shall be
delivered to the affiFpert Airport Director upon execution of any agFeementAgreement or
approval. Operator shall furnish additional certif;catesCertificates of ;,; ,eelnsurance 30 days prior
to any changes in coverage, if the change results in a reduction. Current proof of insurance shall be
continually provided to the seuptyCounty throughout the term of the agFee ^^^^}Agreement.
7) The limits stipulated herein for each activity represent the minimum coverage and policy limits that
shall be maintained by the eperaterOperator to engage in activities at the a4peAAirport. Operators are
encouraged to secure higher policy limits.
8) Any self -insured eperaterOperator shall furnish evidence of such self-insurance and shall hold the
sew4yCounty, the Airport, and the beardBoard of county
smmoss;o„er-sCounty Commissioners (BOCC) harmless in the event of any claims or litigation arising
out of #sthe Operator's activities at the ~Airport. Such evidence shall be reviewed and approved
in writing by the BOCC.
9) Operator shall, at its sole expense, cause all Improvements on the leased
premisesLeased Premises to be kept insured to the full (or highest) insurable value (current
replacement cost with no depreciation) thereef against the perils of fire, lightning, wind, hail, flood,
extended coverage, and/or vandalism. The proceeds of any such insurance paid on account for any of
the aforementioned perils shall be used to defray the cost of repairing, restoring, or reconstructing said
facilities or imprevementsimprovements to the condition and location existing prior to the casualty
causing the damage or destruction, unless a change in design or location is approved in writing by the
BOCC.
10) Operator with known environmental contamination exposures shall be required to secure appropriate
environmental liability insurance with coverage limits appropriate for the type and level of
environmental contamination exposure risk.
p) Indemnification and hold harmless.
1) Operator shall defend, indemnify, save, protect, and hold harmless the ce*nyCounty, the seuuty Air
ort, and beaFdBoard of county eemmissieneFsCounty Commissioners, individually
and collectively, and their representatives, officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers
from any and all claims, demands, damages, fines, obligations, suits, judgments, penalties, causes
of action, losses, liabilities, administrative proceedings, arbitration, or costs at any time received,
incurred, or accrued by the c w4yCounty, the Airport, and the beardBoard
of eeunty commissionersCounty Commissioners, individually and collectively, and their representatives,
officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers as a result of, or arising out of 9peFat94Operator'
s actions or inaction. In the event a party indemnified hereunder is in part responsible
for the loss, the indemnitor shall not be relieved of the obligation to indemnify; however, in
such a case, liability shall be shared in accordance with stateState principles of comparative fault. 2)
The eperaterOperator shall accept total responsibility, indemnify, and hold harmless the courrtyCounty,
the Airport, and the beardBoard of sewRty FCounty
Commissioners, individually and collectively, and their representatives, officers, officials,
employees, agents, and volunteers in the event of an environmental contaminating accident or
incident caused by eperaterOperator, its employees, its vendors or any other personnel used by the Operator.
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3) Nothing herein shall constitute a waiver of any protection available to the ceu44yCounty, the county
Airport, or the beardBoard of Gounty eammissioneFsCounty Commissioners,
individually and collectively, armor of their representatives, officers, officials, employees, agents, and
volunteers under the Florida Governmental Immunity Act or similar statutory provision.
q) Taxes. Operator shall, at its sole cost and expense, pay all taxes, fees, and other charges that may be levied,
assessed, or charged by any duly authorized ageneyGovernmental Authority which are associated with
Fater's leased IaFen ;,Operator's Leased Premises (land and/or'
m{ementslmprovements), Operator's Improvements on leased pFeFnise Leased Premises, and/or
eperatee'-sOperator's activities at the Airport.
r) Multiple activities.
1) When more than one activity is conducted at the a+rpertAimort, the fflini UM standilydsMinimum
Standards shall be established by the a+r-pertFna age+ -.Airport Director. 2)
Depending upon the nature of the combined activities, the minimum standardsMinimum Standards shall
not be: Less
than the highest standard for each element (e.g., land, hangar, office, shop, etc.) within the combined
activities; or Greater
than the cumulative standards for all of the combined activities. Code
1982, § 1-2.3-85; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007) Sec.
Q ;*xAd base 9peFatGF (FOO).8-138. Commercial Aeronautical Activities. a)
Entities desirous of engaging in Commercial Aeronautical Activities at the Airport must receive prior Permission.
b)
Entities engaged in Commercial Aeronautical Activities at the Airport shall pay all applicable rents and fees. c)
Entities basing or otherwise maintaining an Aircraft at the Airport shall not permit said Aircraft to be used for a
Commercial Aeronautical Activity unless such activity is expressly authorized by Agreement with the County.
d)
Notwithstanding the foregoing such Aircraft may be used by the Aircraft Owner for the purpose of Flight Training
or otherwise maintaining or increasing the flying proficiency of the Aircraft Owner or members of that
Person's immediate family. Code
1982 § 1-2.3-41; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Sec.
8-138.5. Lessee responsibilities. Lessees
shall maintain an up-to-date file containing the name address, and telephone number of all Based Aircraft
Owners of Lessees and Sublessees. This information shall be submitted to the Airport Director and updated on
a quarterly basis. Code
1982 § 1-2.3-42; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. B, 12-4-2007) Sec.
8-449139. Fixed Base Operator. a)
A fixed base eperat^'Fixed Base Operator (FBO) is a eemm^~^fa' opeFat^Commercial Operator engaged in the
sale of products, services, and facilities at the Airport to include, at a minimum, the following activities at the
a+rpert: aviation feelsFuels and lubricants (jet fuel, asJet Fuel, Avgas, and a+r+r-a#tAircraft lubricants); passenger,
crew, and a+ccFaftAircraft ground services, support, and amenities; ..iFGFaft maintenanceAircraft Page
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Maintenance; sale of aiFe a#tAircraft parts and accessories, awFGFaft ^"'(i^^Aircraft Parking; and rental
tiede Tiedown and hangar.
b) In addition to the general requirements set forth in seetienSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-137, each 4x--d
base Fixed Base Operator at the a4peAAirport shall comply with the following FAiRimum
staedaFdsMinimum Standards set forth in this c,apteiSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-139.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-86; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-139.5. FBO Scope of activity.
a) Introduction. Unless otherwise stated in these MiRiMUM StandaFdsMinimum Standards, all required products
and services shall be provided by FBO's employees using FBO's vedielesVehicles and equiptx+eAtEgul ment.
b) Products and services. FBO's products and services shall include the following:
1) Aviation fae4Euels and lubricants ( Jet Fuel, Avgas, and ak-c Aircra t lubricants).
a. FBO shall deliver and dispense, upon request, jet fuel, asJet Fuel, Avgas, and aiFeFaftAircraft
lubricants into all geneFal aviation aiFeraf+General Aviation Aircraft normally frequenting the
airpoFt rport.
b. FBO shall provide a response time of no more than 30 minutes during Fequir-ed hours of
aetivityoperation (excepting situations beyond the control of the FBO).
2) Passenger, crew, and GW-e ftAircra t ground services, support, and amenities.
a. FBO shall meet, direct, and pa Eark all aiFeFaftAircraft arriving on FBO's leased prernis Leased
Premises.
b. FBO shall provide paf4RgEaLking and tiedew-RTiedown of aiFeFaft-upeeAircraft on the FBO's
leased PFemises.Leased Premises.
C. FBO shall provide hangar storage efaffiFeraftfor Aircraft, to include in -out service.
d. FBO shall provide arrival and departure services for aEreFa#tAircraft using FBO's leased
pFen}+sesLeased Premises.
e. FBO shall provide oxygen, nitrogen, and compressed air services. These services may be provided
through arrangement with an aaFcFa4 FnaintenanGe opeFat@FAircraft Maintenance Operator.
f. FBO shall provide lavatory services.
g. FBO shall make available airera4Aircraft ground power units.
h. FBO shall make available crew and passenger ground transportation arrangements
imeusinel-imousine, shuttle, and rental car).
i. FBO shall make available a*rcra4Aircraft catering arrangements.
3) Aircraft ^^^iseMaintenance.
FBO, or an FBO subtenant, shall provide aiFGFaft FnainteRaneeAircraft Maintenance (as
defuneddescribed by 14 CFR 43) for Group I and Group II Piston Aircraft and Group I
Turboprop Aircraft.
b. FBO, or an FBO subtenant, shall be able to provide aiFffaf IiRe ^ aiRteRanGeAircraft Line
Maintenance for geneFal aviation awFGF^f+General Aviation Aircraft up to Group III tuFbe}et
a*craftTurboiet Aircraft not exceeding 60,000 pounds maximum takeoff weight.
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C. FBO eaRmay meet these minimum standaFdsMinimum Standards for the provision of a+FeFaft
wptenanecAircraft Maintenance by and through an ent+tya Person who meets the minimum
standards for ^'•ff^Ft ^^^f^tenanee aperater.an Aircraft Maintenance Operator.
4) Aircraft storage. FBO shall develop, own, and/or lease facilities for the purpose of subleasing
a4rcea#tAircraft storage facilities and associated office or shop space to eRtitlesPersons engaging in
eemmerG alCommercial or Noncommercial Aeronautical
Activities.
c) Leased prengisesPremises.
1) FBO shall have adequate land (see seetien 8 ""^", ^ R/paved t`edewi4, Apron/Paved Tiedown (see
section 8-137(f)), facilities (hangars, terminal, maintenance, and fu-elFuel storage), and ve#+Ne
pank+ngVehicle Parking (see section 8-137(g)) to accommodate all activities of FBO and all approved
sublesseesSublessees, but not less than the following:
a. Contiguous 4pol-and: Ten acres (435,600 square feet), upon which all required
imevemnent-slmprovements including apFeR, paved tiedownApron, Paved Tiedown, facilities,
and ^"aFI(ingVehicle Parking, shall be located.
b. Apron: 5.7 acres (250,000 square feet), with a weight bearing capacity adequate to
accommodate the largest afrc-ea4Aircraft handled or serviced by FBO.
C. Paved Tiedown: Adequate to accommodate the number, type, and size of based
a#eraftBased Aircraft and transient a+meFa tAircraft requiring #edewnTiedown space at the FBO's
leased prernisesLeased Premises, but not less than 30 paved-tiedewnPaved Tiedown spaces.
d. Facilities shall contain a minimum of 33,300 square feet (total) consisting of the following:
1. Terminal space: -23,000 square feet. Customer area shall include adequate space for crew
and passenger lounges, flight planning room, conference room, public use telephones, and
restrooms.
2. Administrative area shall include adequate space for employee offices, work areas, and
storage.
2) Maintenance space: 1,5002, 000 square feet.
a. Maintenance customers shall have immediate access to FBO's customer lounge, public use
telephones, and restrooms.
Administrative area shall include adequate space for maintenance employee offices.
Maintenance area shall include adequate space for maintenance employee work areas, shop
areas, and storage of a+reFaftAircraft parts and equip iepAjquj ment.
3) Hangar area: 30,000 square feet. At least IQ-,G 812,500 square feet of hangar space shall be dedicated
to a4-c+a€tAircraft storage (with a minimum clear door height of 27.5 feet and a clear door width of
IA0115 feet) and 10,000 square feet shall be dedicated to the provision of aircraft
te„anee.Aircraft Maintenance. No single hangar shall be less than 48,9AA12,500 square feet.
d) Fuel storage.
1) FBO shall construct or install and maintain an on-aipeA& ort aboveground fuelFuel storage facility at
the ~Airport, unless otherwise authorized or required, in a location consistent with the aiFPemt
Airport Master Plan, Airport Layout Plan, or other land use plan and
approved by the ee4ntyCounty.
2) Fuel storage facility shall have total capacity for three days peak supply of aviation fuelFuel for
aieeeaftAircraft being serviced by FBO. In no event shall the total storage capacity be less than:
a. Two 2 20,000 gaflonsgallon tanks for jet4ue4Jet Fuel storage.
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b. One 1 15,000 galleesgallon tank for avga-s? v as storage.
C. One (1) 10,000 gallon tank for renewable diesel fuel for Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
3) FBO shall have adequate storage, with appropriate secondary containment for waste fee4Fuel or test
samples (or the capability to recycle waste 4+e4Fuel or test samples).
4) FBO shall also demonstrate the capability of expanding its 4te4Fuel storage capacity within a reasonable
time period.. (not to exceed 18 months).
5) FBO shall, at its sole expense, maintain the fue4Fuel storage facility, all iffiffevernentsimprovements
thereon, and all appurtenances thereto, in a clean, neat, orderly, and fully functional condition
consistent with good business practice and equal or better than in appearance and character to other
similar imprevementsimprovements on the a4 poAA4rport.
6) FBO shall have a written spill prevention, control, and countermeasures plan (SPCC pla+RPlan) that
meets Feg lateFy m - °Regulatory Measures for aboveground 4ue4Fuel storage facilities. An
updated copy of the SPCC p4RPIan shall be provided to the airport agerAirport Director on
request.
7) FBO shall be liable and indemnify the eeu County for all leaks, spills, or other damage that may result
through the handling and dispensing of fue4Fuel.
8) Fuel delivered/dispensed by FBO shall meet quality specifications as outlined in ASTM D 1655 (Jet A)
and ASTM D 1910910 (Avgas). Ensuring the quality of the 4ue4Fuel is the responsibility of FBO.
9) FBO shall report all fee4Fuel delivered to the FBO, including total gallons of 4 e4Fuel delivered by type
and make, during each calendar month and submit a summary along with appropriate fees and charges
due the eee#yCounty on or before the tenth day of the subsequent month.
10) FBO shall maintain records identifying the total number of aviation fue4Fuel gallons purchased and
delivered. Records (and meters) shall be made available for audit to the ee*nWCounty or
representatives of the cetrr>#y nty. In the case of a discrepancy, FBO shall promptly pay, in cash, all
additional rates, fees, and charges due the eeu+AyCj nty, plus annual interest on the unpaid balance at
the maximum rate allowable by law from the date originally due.
e) Fueling equip pment.
1) FBO shall have two jet fuel Fef eling vehiciesJet Fuel Refueling Vehicles with one having a capacity of at
least 8A3, 000 gallons.
2) FBO shall have two avgas refueling vehiclesAvgas Refueling Vehicles with each having a capacity of at
least 750 gallons. A fixed avgasAygas refueling (self fue4gS f-Fueling) system ear may be substituted
for an avgas efueling vehicle-. as Refueling Vehicle. A fixed avga-,? gas refueling (self fu4mgSelf-
Fueling) system constructed or installed and maintained by an FBO for public Gem ereialCommercial
use shall be in a location specified by the Airport Director.
3) Aircraft r^fi elffiRg ehieL&Refueling Vehicles shall be equipped with metering devices that meet all
applicable FegulateFy FneasuFes.Regulatory Measures. One Fefuelin ehie Refueling Vehicle
dispensing jet4ue4Let Fuel shall have over -the -wing and single point aiFGraftAircraft servicing capability.
All Fef cling vehic'^&Refueling Vehicles shall be bottom loaded.
4) Each refueling ehicleRefueling Vehicle shall be equipped and maintained to comply with all applicable
safety and fire prevention requirements, standards, and Feg latery „, feRegulatory Measures,
including, without limitation, those prescribed by:
State fire prevention code and local fiFe a;StFic;t.Fire District.
b. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes.
C. State de; ^Department of eRViFGRFAental ffeteetffieREnvironmental Protection.
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14 CFR 139, Airport Certification, Section 139.321, "Handling/Storing of Hazardous Substances
and Materials."
e. Applicable FAA Advisory Circulars (AC), including AC 00-343J "Aircraft Ground Handling and
Servicing," and AC 150/5210--55D, "Painting, Marking and Lighting of Vehicles Used on an
Airport—.'"' as amended and updated from time to time.
f) Equipment. FBO shall have the following equip ie t quipment:
1) Adequate equffipmenl qul ment for securing a+rrraftAircraft on the a{4:eeApron including Tiedown
ropes, chains, and other types of a+reraftAircraft restraining devices and wheel chocks which are
required to safely secure aiFeFa4Aircraft as described in AC 20-35C.
3) Equipment may be provided through an aiFera# maiRtenance eperator.Aircraft Maintenance Operator.
4) Two aireFaft tugs (-,p Aircraft tugs and tow bars (or unified tug/tow units that do not use tow bars)
with at least one having a rated draw bar capacity sufficient to meet the towing requirement of the
heaviest General Aviation Aircraft normally frequenting the a*pGFtAjL rt.
5) TweAt least two ground power units to provide electricity to direct current4x+_
6) One lavatory service cart.
7) Spill kits including the necessary equip tEquipment and materials to contain a fae4Fuel spill and
keep it from flowing into drains or other areas.
8) Adequate number of approved and regularly inspected dry chemical fire extinguisher units shall be
maintained within all hangars, on apfonApron areas, at feelFuel storage facilities, and on all grounding
handling and Fefuelin^ vehiel Refueling Vehicles.
9) All eqwffipmeaEquL ment reasonably necessary for the proper performance of a*Fcra€t
Aircraft Maintenance in accordance with applicable FAA Fegulafia%Regulatory Measures
and manufacturers' specifications, unless provided through a third party.
10) The County encourages all Operators including FBOs to utilize electric Equipment to the greatest
extent possible and reserves the right to require electrification of Equipment by Operators and Tenants
in the future.
g) Personnel.
1) Personnel, while on duty, shall be clean, neat in appearance, courteous, and, at all times, properly
uniformed. Uniforms shall identify the name of the FBO and the employee and shall be clean, neat,
professional, and properly maintained at all times. Management and administrative personnel shall not
be required to be uniformed.
2) FBO shall develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) for fueling and ground handling
and shall ensure compliance with standards set forth in FAA Advisory Circular 00-34A, "Aircraft Ground
Handling and Servicing." FBO's SOP shall include a training plan, fue4Fuel quality assurance procedures
and record keeping, and emergency response procedures to fueladdress Fuel fires and spills. FBO's SOP
shall also address bonding and fire protection; public protection; control of access to fuelFuel storage
facilities; and marking and labeling of fuelFuel storage tanks and Fefuelin^ veh*G'^r.Refueling Vehicles.
FBO's SOP shall be provided to the aiFPGFt Airport Director upon request.
3) FBO shall have two properly trained and qualified employees; on each shift, providing aiFeFaftAircraft
fueling, "^Parking, and ground services and support.
4) FBO shall have one properly trained and qualified employee, on each shift; to provide customer service
and support.
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5) FBO (or approved sublesseeSublessee) shall have one airftameAirframe and powerplant
meehane-Power Plant Mechanic properly trained and qualified to perform aiFffaft rn ^tenaR '"Aircraft
Maintenance on alrera#tAircraft frequenting the a4peAAirport.
h) Hours of activity.
1) Aircraft fueling and passenger, crew, and a*eFa#tAircraft ground handling services, support, and
amenities shall beGentineeesly offered and available to meet reasonable demands of the public for
this activity seven days a week,1218 hours a day (including holidays). These services shall also be
available all other times (after hours,J on -call.
2) Aircraft Fnai rtenaneeMaintenance shall be eent}neees! offered and available to meet reasonable
demand of the public for this activity five days a week, eight hours a day. Aircraft
Maintenance shall be available all other times (after hours};) on -call.
i) Aircraft removal. Recognizing that a+rcra€tAircraft removal is the responsibility of the aiFcra#t
Aircraft Owner/Operator, the FBO shall be prepared to lend assistance within 30 minutes
upon request of the Airport Manager in order to maintain the operational readiness of the ~Airport.
The FBO shall prepare an aiFGFa#tAircraft removal plan and have the equipment Feadily Equipment
Readily Available that is necessary to remove the genera' aviatieR ^'FeFa *General Aviation Aircraft normally
frequenting the ~Airport.
j) Insurance. FBO shall maintain, at a minimum, the coverage and limits of insurance set forth in Attachment A,
found at the end of this chapter.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-87; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-140. Aircraft Maintenance Operator (SASO).
a) Introduction.
1) An ^'F^'^ft mainteRance opeFat^FAircraft Maintenance Operator is a GOFAMeFdal OpeFatGFCommercial
Operator engaged in providing aireFart maintenance -Aircraft Maintenance on airframes and
powerplants (as defineddescribed in 14 CFR 43) for a4er-a#tAircraft other than those owned, leased,
and/or operated by (and under the full and exclusive control of) the eperato+Operator, which includes
the sale of ak+r-a#tAircraft parts and accessories.
2) In addition to the general requirements set forth in sectienSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-137, each
aoreFaft FnaoRteRanee peFat r Aircraft Maintenance Operator at the ~Airport shall comply with
the minimum standards set forth in this section.
3) FBOs shall comply with the minimum standards set forth in seetienSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-
1-38139 associated with aiFeFart ^• ten-ance Aircraft Maintenance.
b) Leased pFemisesPremises.
1) QperateF engaging On this aGtiv#yAircraft Maintenance Operators shall have adequate land, and
Improvements as set forth in seetienSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-137, (f) and (g),,and
facilities to accommodate all activities of the eperaterOperator and all approved sublesseesSublessees,
but not less than the following square footages (SF), which are not cumulative and are based upon the
largest ^iFff^rt desigR gFeupAircraft Design Group that the aireraft maiRtenanee epeFate.FAircraft
Maintenance Operator proposes to maintain:
Facilities Group I Piston and Group II Piston and Group I and II Group III
Turboprop Aircraft Turboprop Aircraft Turbojet Turbojet
Aircraft Aircraft
Maintenance Area 750 SF 1,000 SF 1,000 SF 1,250 SF
Hangar 3,000 SF 10,000 SF 10,000 SF 12,000 SF
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2) Facilities shall include customer, administrative, maintenance, and hangar areas.
a. Customer area shall include adequate space for (or in the case of a "s.eeSublessee,
immediate access to) customer lounge, public use telephone, and restrooms.
b. Administrative area shall include adequate and dedicated space for employee offices, work areas,
and storage.
C. Maintenance area shall include adequate space for employee work areas, shop areas, and
storage for aiFGFaftAircraft parts and equffipme Egul ment.
d. Hangar area shall be at least equal to the square footage required for the type of a+reFaft
aT,eeAircraft Maintenance being provided (as identified above) or large enough to
accommodate the largest a+rer-aftAircraft undergoing aircraft mainten^^e^Aircraft Maintenance
other than preventative aireraf+ FnaintenaneeAircraft Maintenance as described in 14 CFR 43),
whichever is greater.
c) Licenses and certification. All eperateFlsOperator's personnel shall be properly certificated by the FAA,
current, and hold the appropriate ratings for the work being performed.
d) Personnel.
1) Operator shall provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out aiFeFaft
fceAircraft Maintenance in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner and meet the
reasonable demands of the public for this activity.
2) An epeFaterOperator conducting aiFeFaf* maintenanceAircraft Maintenance on PiSt9R aircFaftPiston Aircraft
shall employ one A & P FneehaRicMechanic and one customer service representative as employees
4on each shift}_ An A & P Mechanic and/or non -certificated mechanic may fulfill the responsibilities
of the customer service representative unless mechanic is performing duties off Airport.
3)
An Operator conducting Aircraft Maintenance on Turboprop or Turbojet Aircraft shall employ two A & P
Mechanics and one customer service representative as employees on each shift. An A & P Mechanic and/
or non -certificated mechanic may fulfill the responsibilities of the customer service representative unless
mechanic is performing duties off ~AiMort. unless
rneehaRiG is peFf9FFRing duties off a*gaGft-. 4)
An eperaterOperator conducting 100-hour, annual, or phase inspections shall employ an A & P n
eehanicMechanic certified as an IA (inspection authority). e)
Equipment. 1)
An epeFaterAircraft Maintenance Operator shall maintain sufficient equipipment, supplies, and availability
of parts as required for the type of ,:.Graf+ maintenanceAircraft Maintenance being performed. 2)
Equipment
requirements include tugs, tow bars, jacks, dollies, and other equipm-&Equipment, supplies, and
parts required to perform the activity. f) Hours
of activity. Operator shall be open and services shall be available to meet reasonable demands of the public for
this activity, at least five days a week, eight hours a day. g) Insurance.
Operator shall maintain, at a minimum, the coverage and limits of insurance set forth in Attachment A,
found at the end of this chapter. Page 60
of 80
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-88; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 5-141. Avionics or instrument ., mate.,,, „peraterInstrument Maintenance Operator
SASO).
a) Introduction.
1) An av+s Avionics or iRstFument maintenance pe Instrument Maintenance Operator is a
compAeFdal ^peFatGFCommercial Operator engaged in the business of maintenance or alteration of
one or more of the items described in 14 CFR 43, Appendix A (i.e., ak-e a Aircraft radios, electrical
systems, or instruments).
2) In addition to the general requirements set forth in seetionSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-137, each
a*ieeiesAvionics or ORSt IPAent to aRce eF +^rInstrument Maintenance Operator at the
ai-poAAiMort shall comply with the following minimum standards set forth in this section.
b) Leased pren4s Premises. Operator engaging in this activity shall have adequate land, apfe+RApron, facilities,
and vehicle;gVehicle Parking to accommodate all activities of the eperaterOperator and all approved
sublesseesSublessees, but not less than the following square footages, which are not cumulative.
1) For eperater30perators performing just benchwork (i.e., no removal and replacement services are
being performed), the minimums, which are based upon the type of a+FeraftAircraft avionics or
instruments being tested and/or repaired, are as in sestienSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-140(b)(1)
excluding hangar requirements).
2) For epeeataisOperators performing services beyond benchwork (i.e., removal and replacement
services are being performed), the minimums, which are based upon the type of a+FeFaftAircraft
avionics or instruments being tested and/or repaired, are as follows:
Facilities Groups I and II Groups I and II Groups I and II Group III
Piston Aircraft Turboprop Turbojet Turbojet
Aircraft Aircraft Aircraft
Maintenance Area 750 SF 1,000 SF 1,000 SF 1,250 SF
Hangar 3,000 SF 10,000 SF 10,000 SF 12,OW500 SF
3) Facilities shall include customer, administrative, maintenance, and hangar (if required) areas.
a. Customer area shall include adequate space for customer lounge, public use telephone, and
restrooms.
b. Administrative area shall include adequate and dedicated space for employee offices, work areas,
and storage.
C. Maintenance area shall include adequate space for employee work areas, shop areas, and
storage for a+reraftAircraft parts and equip +ie tEgul ment.
d. Hangar area (if required) shall be at least equal to the square footage stipulated for the type of
service being provided (as identified above) or large enough to accommodate the largest
a+FGFaftAircraft undergoing maintenance or alteration of avionics or instruments, and/or removal
and replacement services, whichever is greater.
c) Licenses and certifications. Personnel shall be properly certificated by the FAA and the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC), current, and hold the appropriate ratings for the work being performed.
d) Personnel. Operator shall provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out activity
in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner adequate to meet the reasonable demands of the public
seeking such services.
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1) An eperateeOperator conducting avionics or instrument maintenance on ^t. a;,era4Piston Aircraft
shall employ one avionics or instrument technician and one customer service representative as
employees {on each shift_ Avionics or instrument technician may fulfill the responsibilities of the
customer service representative unless avionics or instrument technician is performing duties off -
Airport.
2) An epeKateeOperator conducting avionics or instrument maintenance on tuFbeprepTurboprop or
twFbajet Turbojet Aircraft shall employ two avionics or instrument technicians and one
customer service representative as employees {on each shift_ An avionics or instrument technician
may fulfill the responsibilities of the customer service representative unless both avionics or
instrument technicians are performing duties off -~Airport.
e) Equipment.
1) An eperatefOperator conducting avionics or instrument maintenance on Group I and/or Group II
tUFbepeepTurboprop or turbejeta+rpertTurboiet Aircraft shall provide sufficient shop space,
equip ReptEguL ment, supplies, and availability of parts as required for certification as an FAA r
Repair Station.
2) Operator shall provide sufficient equip ieptEggipment, supplies, and availability of parts to safely
accommodate its largest serviced aireFaftAircraft.
f) Hours of activity. Operator shall be open and services shall be available to meet the reasonable demands of
the general public for this activity five days a week, eight hours a day.
g) Insurance. Operator shall maintain, at a minimum, the coverage and limits of insurance set forth in
Attachment A, found at the end of this chapter.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-89; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-142. Aircraft rentalRental Operator or flight tFaining .perm, -Flight Training Operator
SASO).
a) Introduction.
1) An Aircraft Rental Operator is a Commercial Operator
engaged in the rental of aircraftAircraft to the general public.
2) A flight tFai ,•n^ ^ Fat Flight Training Operator is a eernmercial eperaterCommercial Operator
engaged in providing flight Flight Training to the general public. A per -se erson holding a
current FAA flight instructor's certificate, who gives occasional flight „g light Training (does not
make f''^h ngFlight Training available to the general public) to an ewRerOwner of an
aircraftAircraft in the owner's -,;FGFaf*Owner's Aircraft, shall not be deemed a ^^M^^^•
Training Operator.
3) In addition to the general requirements set forth in seetienSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-137, each
Graft FeRtaiAircraft Rental Operator or flight tFainin^ epeFat^ Flight Training Operator at the
aifpeAAir ort shall comply with the following minimum standards set forth in this section.
b) Leased es QpeFater enga^•^^ +•.,;+.,premises. Aircraft Rental Operators and Flight Training
Operators shall have adequate land, Apron/Paved Tiedown, facilities, and uehide
paFMR iVehicle Parking to accommodate all activities of the eperaterOperator and all approved
sublesseesSublessees, but not less than the following:
1) Apron/paved tiede ns (less^^Paved Tiedowns (Lessee only) shall be adequate to accommodate four
aiFGFaftAircraft having a minimum wingspan of 40 feet. If eperaterOperator utilizes a hangar for the
storage of eperater'sOperator's entire fleet of aiFGFa€tAircraft at the a*FpeFt, paved Airport,
Paved Tiedowns are not required.
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2) Facilities shall include customer and administrative areas. Maintenance and hangar areas are required
if eperatafOperator is conducting affiFeFaft maintenaRee4ircraft Maintenance on a+Fffa€tAircraft owned,
leased, and/or operated by (and under the full and exclusive control of) epeFataf0perator. If
eperetsFOpgrator provides afFGFaft maintenanceAircraft Maintenance on other aieFaft
el eFaterAircraft, Operator shall meet the minimum standards for an afFGraF+ mainteRaRee
epeFateF:Aircraft Maintenance Operator.
a. Customer area (tesseel-essee) shall be at least 500 square feet to include adequate space for
customer lounge, class/training rooms, public use telephone, and restrooms. A copy of the
airpeFt sAiMort's voluntary noise abatement program shall be posted in the customer area.
b. Customer area (s blessetSublessee) shall be at least 250 square feet to include adequate space
for class/training rooms. Operator's customers shall have immediate access to customer lounge,
public use telephone, and restrooms.
C. Hangar area (tesseel-essee), if required, shall be at least 2,500 square feet or large enough to
accommodate the largest a+FEra€tAircraft in epeFatef1&Operator's fleet at the a+FpG4Airport
maintained by epefateFOperator, whichever is greater.
d. Hangar area (sublesse<Sublessee), if required, shall be large enough to accommodate the largest
aiFerAAircraft in epeFaWF'sOperator's fleet at the ai-pe4AiMort maintained by
epeFaW+gperator.
e. Maintenance area, if required, shall be at least 250 square feet to include adequate space for
employee work areas, shop areas, and storage for aircraftAircraft parts and
equip tEguipment.
c) Licenses and certifications. Personnel performing a+reFa#tAircraft proficiency checks and/or 4ig4t
tFainingFlight Training shall be properly certificated by the FAA, current, and hold the appropriate ratings and
medical certification for the aiFEFaftAircraft being utilized and/or flight Flight Training being provided.
Flight Training Operators shall have at least one flight instructor with the appropriate
ratings and medical certification to provide F'i^"TgFlight Training for an instrument rating.
d) Personnel. Operator shall provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out
aoreFaftAircraft rental and/or flight Flight Training in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner
adequate to meet the reasonable demands of the public/members seeking such services.
1) Operator shall employ one flight instructor and one customer service representative as employees to
be available during required hours of activity as set forth above.
One of the required flight instructors may fulfill the responsibilities of the customer service
representative unless the flight instructor is performing duties off-a+FpeFtAirport.
2) Flight tFaiRing opeFat Training Operators shall have available a properly certificated ground school
instructor capable of providing on -demand ground school instruction sufficient to enable students to
pass the FAA written examinations for private pilot, 'Commercial pilot, and instrument
rating.
e) Equipment.
1) Operator shall have available for rental or use in flight Flight Training, either owned by or under
written lease to eperateFOperator and under the full and exclusive control of eperateFOperator, no
less than three properly certified and currently airworthy pisteR aiFeFaftPiston Aircraft, at least one of
which shall be equipped for and fully capable of flight under instrument conditions and one of which
shall be a multi -engine aifer-a#tAircraft.
2) Flight trainiRg epeFat raining Operators shall provide, at a minimum, adequate mock-ups, still and
motion pictures, or other training aids necessary to provide proper and effective ground school
instruction.
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f) Hours of activity.
1) Ana+FeFa€tAircraft rental ape rata+Operator and a flight tFainiRg ape Fat ^Flight Training Operator shall
be open and services shall be available to meet the reasonable demands of the public for this activity
five days a week, eight hours a day.
2) An Aircraft Rental Operator and a Flight Training
Operator shall provide a copy of the airpeFt'sAirport's voluntary noise abatement program brochure to
all lesseesLessees and students and shall instruct them on the provisions of the program.
g) Insurance.
1) Operator shall maintain, at a minimum, the coverage and limits of insurance set forth in Attachment A,
found at the end of this chapter.
2) Disclosure requirement. Any operaterOperator conducting airr--raftAircraft rental, sales, or #Eig4t
trainiRgHight Training shall post a notice and incorporate within the rental and fligh ;i Elight
Training agreements the coverage and limits provided to the renter or student by eperaterOperator, as
well as a statement advising that additional coverage is available to such renter or student through the
purchase of an individual non -ownership liability policy. Operator shall provide a copy of such notice to
the airpeFt manager -
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-90; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-143. Aircraft charterCharter Operator or airraraft management opeFateFAircraft
Management Operator (SASO).
a) introduction.
1) An aircraft ^hart^~ ^^^rater Aircraft Charter Operator is a Commercial Operator
engaged in on -demand common carriage for persensPersons or prepertyProperty (as defined in 14 CFR
135) or operates in private carriage under 14 CFR 125.
2) An affiFGFaft managemeRt ^ rat^r-Aircraft Management Operator is a EOMMeFdal OpeFatOFCommercial
Operator engaged in the business of providing aiFeFaftAircraft management, including, but not limited
to, flight dispatch, flight crews, or aircraft maintenanceAircraft Maintenance coordination to the
general public.
3) In addition to the general requirements set forth in sectionSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-137, each
aiKraft ehaFteF operate FAi rcraft Charter Operator and aireFaft maRagement ^ Fat^r-Aircraft
Management Operator at the a4peetAirport shall comply with the following minimum standards set
forth in this section.
b) Leased premiseasPremises. Operator engaging in this activity shall have adequate land (see seetienSt. Lucie
County Code Section 8-137(e)), Apron/Paved Tiedown (see seetieRSt. Lucie County
Code Section 8-137(f)), facilities, and vehicle parl(in Vehicle Parking (see seetienSt. Lucie County Code
Section 8-137(g)) to accommodate all activities of the eperaterOpgrator and all approved
sublesscesSublessees, but not less than the following:
1) Apron/pave' tiedo ns (less^^Paved Tiedowns (Lessee only) shall be adequate to accommodate two
aiFffa#tAircraft having a minimum wingspan of 40 feet. If aperatsrOperator utilizes a hangar for the
storage of eperater!&Operator's entire fleet at the a4par4AIMort, no paved tiedGWR&Paved Tiedowns
will be required.
2) Facilities shall include customer and administrative areas. Maintenance and hangar areas are required
if eperaterOOperator is conducting aircraft FnaiRtenaneeAircraft Maintenance on aiFGraftAircraft owned,
leased, and/or operated by (and under the full and exclusive control of) eperaterOperator. If
eperaterOperator provides aiFGFa4 maintenapeeAircraft Maintenance on other affiFeFaft,
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eperaterAircraft, Operator shall meet the minimum standards for an ^'F^~^ft maim^^^^^
eperawAircraft Maintenance Operator.
Hangar area (tesseeLessee), if required, shall be at least 2,500 square feet or large enough to
accommodate the largest a#era€tAircraft in eperat 4gRgrator's fleet at the a+epertAirport
maintained by eperater0perator, whichever is greater.
b. Hangar area (sublesseeSublessee), if required, shall be large enough to accommodate the largest
ak+r-a#Aircraft in eperatee'-sOperator's fleet at the ~Airport maintained by
eperaterOperator.
C. Maintenance area, if required, shall be at least 250 square feet and shall include adequate space
for employee work areas, shop areas, and storage for afrsraftAircraft parts and
ega+pmentEguipment.
c) Licenses and certifications.
1) Aircraft char#eF eperat94,Charter Operators shall have and provide copies to the airpert
manager Airport Director of all appropriate certifications and approvals, including, without limitation,
FAA -issued operating certificates. Any time certifications or approvals are modified, the updated
documentation (reflecting the changes) shall be immediately provided to the .Airport
Director.
2) Personnel shall be properly certificated by the FAA, current, and hold the appropriate ratings in the
airr.raftAircraft utilized and medical certifications for activity.
d) Personnel. Operator shall provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out
act+v+tyits activities in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner adequate to meet the reasonable demands
of the public seeking such services.
1) Aircraft charteF epeFater harter Operator shall employ one pilot and one customer service
representative as employees ton each shift},
2) The pilot may fulfill the responsibilities of the customer service representative unless the pilot is
performing duties off -~Airport.
3) Aircraft Management Operator shall employ one customer service
representative as an employee ton each shift,
e) Equipment. Aircraft eharteF Charter Operator shall provide, either owned or under written lease to
eperaterOperator and under the full and exclusive control of eperaterOperator, one certified, continuously
airworthy, and instrument qualified aiKraftAircraft.
f) Hours of activity. Operator shall be open and services shall be available to meet the reasonable demands of
the public for this activity five days a week, eight hours a day.
g) Insurance. Operator shall maintain, at a minimum, the coverage and limits of insurance set forth in
Attachment A, found at the end of this chapter.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-91; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-144. Aircraft sales apeFatefSales Operator (SASO).
a) Introduction.
1) An airera# sale` FateF Aircraft Sales Operator is a eemmereial GpeFatGFCOMmercial Operator
engaged in the sale of three or more new and/or used aircFaftAircraft during a 12-month period.
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2) In addition to the general requirements set forth in sectienSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-137, each
raft sales epeFat^FAircraft Sales Operator at the aiFpeFtAir ort shall comply with the following
minimum standards set forth in this chapter.
b) Ceased preng+6e3Premises. Operator engaging in this activity shall have adequate land, wed
toedewi4Apron/Paved Tiedown, facilities, and vehicle PaFloe^Vehicle Parking to accommodate all activities of
the epeFaWFOperator and all approved sublesseesSublessees, but not less than the following:
1) Apron/payed tedowns (lesseePaved Tiedowns (Lessee only) shall be adequate to accommodate four
aiFEFa#tAircraft having a minimum wingspan of 40 feet. If epeFateFOpgrator utilizes a hangar for the
storage of epeFatmisOperator's entire fleet at the airp ,Air ort no paved tiedewF}sPaved
Tiedowns will be required.
2) Facilities shall include customer and administrative areas. Maintenance and hangar areas are required
if apereterOperator is conducting aircFaft FnaintenaneeAircraft Maintenance on a#er-aftAircraft owned,
leased, and/or operated by (and under the full and exclusive control of) eperat@+Operator. If
eperaterOperator provides affiFeFa# maint^^a^r-^Aircraft Maintenance on other a+reraft,
epeFateFAircraft, Operator shall meet the minimum standards for an aiFeFaft maim^^^^^^
epeFaterAircraft Maintenance Operator.
a. Hangar area (lesseeLessee), if required, shall be at least 2,500 square feet or large enough to
accommodate the largest aireFaftAircraft in eperatar2-50perator's fleet at the ~Airport
maintained by epeFaterOperator, whichever is greater.
b. Hangar area (sublesseeSublessee), if required, shall be large enough to accommodate the largest
a*er-a#Aircraft in eperat944Q2erator's fleet at the a+FpertAirport maintained by
eperateFOperator.
C. Maintenance area, if required, shall be at least 250 square feet and shall include adequate space
for employee work areas, shop areas, and storage for a'FGFaftAircraft parts and
equipmeRtEguipment.
c) Dealership. An eperateFOperator which is an authorized factory sales franchise, dealer, or distributor, either
on a retail or wholesale basis, shall have available or shall make available (with advance notice) at least one
current model demonstrator of a+reFa#tAircraft in each of its authorized product lines.
d) Licenses and certifications. Personnel shall be properly certificated by the FAA, current, and hold the
appropriate ratings and medical certification for providing flight demonstration in airera#tAircraft offered for
sale.
e) Personnel. Operator shall provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out
aetiv+tyactivities in a prompt and efficient manner adequate to meet the reasonable demand of the public
seeking such services. Operator shall employ one current commeFeialCommercial pilot and one customer
service representative as employees Fon each shift_
1) The epeFaterOperator may fulfill the responsibilities of the commeFeialCommercial pilot and/or
customer service representative.
2) The commerGialCommercial pilot may fulfill the responsibilities of the customer service representative
unless the commeFeialCommercial pilot is performing duties off akpe4AiMort.
f) Equipment. Operator shall provide necessary and satisfactory arrangements for aiFGFaft maintenanceAircraft
Maintenance in accordance with any sales guarantee or warranty period.
g) Hours of activity. Operator shall be open and service shall be available to meet the reasonable demands of
the public for this activity five days a week, eight hours a day.
h) Insurance. Operator shall maintain, at a minimum, the coverage and limits of insurance set forth in
Attachment A, found at the end of this chapter.
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Code 1982, § 1-2.3-92; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. Q 145. ^_t.".a. _^ ^^' ^^^+o-. artivities8-144.5. Commercial Hangar Operator
SASO).
a) Introduction.
1)A Commercial Hangar Operator develops owns and/or manages facilities for the purpose of subleasing
conventional and/or T-hangar and tiedown areas to the general flying public.
2) In addition to the general requirements set forth in St. Lucie County Code Section 8-137, each Commercial
Hangar Operator at the Airport shall comply with the following minimum standards set forth in this chapter.
b) leased Premises Operator engaging in this activity shall have adequate land, Apron/Paved Tiedown,
facilities and Vehicle Parking to accommodate all activities of the Operator and all approved Sublessees, but
not less than the following:
Facilities Group I Piston and Group II Piston and Group 1 Turbolet
Aircraft Hangar
Storage
Group II Turbojet Group III Turboiet
Turboprop
Aircraft Hangar
Storage
Turboprop Aircraft Aircraft Hangar
Storage
Aircraft Hangar
StorageHangarStorage
Hangar 2,5 00 SF 5,0 00 SF 7,5 00 SF 10,000 SF 12, 000 SF
2) Operators shall lease sufficient land from the County to construct a minimum of 10 hangars (or T-hangar
units) per development protect.
3) Apron/Paved Tiedowns shall be sufficient to accommodate its services and operations.
c) Personnel Operator shall provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out
activities in a prompt and efficient manner adequate to meet the reasonable demand of the public seeking
such services Operator shall employ one customer service representative and one line service staff member
as employees on each shift.
1)The Operator may fulfill the responsibilities of the customer service representative or line service staff
member.
2) The line service staff member may fulfill the responsibilities of the customer service representative.
d) Aircraft removal Recognizing that Aircraft removal is the responsibility of the Aircraft Owner/Operator, the
Operator shall be prepared to lend assistance within 30 minutes upon request of the Airport Director in
order to maintain the operational readiness of the Airport. The Operator shall prepare an Aircraft removal
plan and have the Equipment Readily Available that is necessary to remove the General Aviation Aircraft
normally frequenting the Airport.
e) Hours of activity. Operator shall be open and service shall be available to meet the reasonable demands of
the public for this activity on the site.
f) Insurance Operator shall maintain at a minimum the coverage and limits of insurance set forth in
Attachment A found at the end of this chapter.
Sec. 8-145. Other Commercial Aeronautical Activities (SASO).
a) Introduction.
1) This section pertains to other oo,;,meFGia:Commercial aeronautical SASOs engaging in limited
aiFGFaftAircraft services and support activities, miscellaneous commeFeialCommercial services and
support activities, or other air transportation services for hire activities.
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a. Limited a*Gr-a#tAircraft services and support are defined as limited aiera#tAircraft, engine, or
accessory support (e.g., cleaning, washing, waxing, painting, upholstery, propeller repair, etc.) or
other related (miscellaneous) alFGFa#tAircraft services and support activities.
b. Miscellaneous eemmerdalCommercial services and support are defined as ground schools,
simulator training, scheduling and dispatching (flight coordination and aircrew management), or
any other related (miscellaneous) commeFdalCommercial services and support activities.
C. Other air transportation services for hire are defined as non-stop sightseeing flights (flights that
begin and end at the a4peqAirport and are conducted within a 25 statute mile radius of the
aiFpertAirport); flights for aerial photography or survey, firefighting, and power line, underground
cable, or pipe line patrol; helicopter operations relating to construction or repair work; or other
related (miscellaneous) air transportation services for hire.
2) In addition to the general requirements set forth in sectionSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-137, each of
the SASOs described above at the alrpertAirport shall comply with the following minimum standards
set forth in this section.
b) Leased pr-engisasPremises. Operator engaging in this activity shall have adequate land, api:en/paved
tiedewRApron/Paved Tiedown, facilities, and vehiGle parkiRgVehicle Parking, if appropriate, to accommodate
all activities of the eperaxffOperator and all approved sublesseesSublessees. The following provides the
necessary minimums for the appropriate land, apre-RApron, facilities, and vehicle pamingVehicle Parking,
when appropriate:
1) Apron/payed tedowns (les eePaved Tiedowns (Lessee only) shall be adequate to accommodate four
a+reFaftAircraft having a minimum wingspan of 40 feet. If eperaterOperator utilizes a hangar for the
storage of eperater'sOperator's entire fleet at the akpeAAir ort, no paved tiedewRsPaved Tiedowns
will be required.
2) Facilities shall include customer and administrative areas. Maintenance and hangar areas are required
if epe aterOperator is conducting aiFer ft FnaintenaneeAircraft Maintenance on a+rcraftAircraft owned,
leased, and/or operated by (and under the full and exclusive control of) eperat9fOperator. If
eperaterOperator provides aireFaft Fnaint^^,^^^Aircraft Maintenance on other a+FeFaft
epeKa e Aircraft, Operator shall meet the minimum standards for an aiFGFaf+ ., aint r-,Re_e
eperate4:Aircraft Maintenance Operator.
a. Hangar area (lesseeLessee), if required, shall be at least 2,500 square feet or large enough to
accommodate the largest aircraftAircraft in eperateF'sOperator's fleet at the a4jae4,A ort
maintained by epeeaterOperator, whichever is greater.
b. Hangar area (sublesseeSublessee), if required, shall be large enough to accommodate the largest
a+Fffa#tAircraft in eperat9f4Operator's fleet at the a#pe+tAir ort maintained by
eperaterOperator.
Maintenance area, if required, shall be at least 250 square feet and shall include adequate space
for employee work areas, shop areas, and storage for aiFeraftAircraft parts and
equipmentEguipment.
c) Licenses and certifications. Operator shall have and provide to the aifpeAAirport evidence of all
ageneyGovernmental Authority licenses and certificates that are required to conduct the activity.
d) Personnel. Operator shall provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out its
activity in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner adequate to meet the reasonable demands of the
public seeking such services.
e) Equipment.
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1) Operator shall have (based at the akgeAAirport), either owned or under written lease to (and under
the full and exclusive control of) eperatefOperator, sufficient vehicles ^^ m^^+Vehicles, Equipment,
and, if appropriate, one continuously airworthy aireraftAircraft.
2) Operator shall have sufficient supplies and parts available to support the activity.
f) Hours of activity. Operator shall be open and services shall be available during the hours maintained by
entitiesPersons engaging in the same, similar, or competitive activities. Operator's services shall be available
to meet the reasonable demands of the general public for the activity.
g) Insurance. Operator shall maintain, at a minimum, the coverage and limits of insurance set forth in
Attachment A, found at the end of this chapter.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-93; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-146. Non -tenant aviation service epeFatefOperator (NTASO).
a) Introduction.
1) The eetmtyCounty recognizes that a*rGFafA opeFatefsAircraft Operators using the a4peAAir ort may
from time to time) desire to obtain aviation services from service eperater-sOperators not located on
the a+rpe a[Mort. In such instances, the aiFeraft epeFat^Aircraft Operator may solicit and utilize the
services of a non -tenant aviation service eperaterOperator which has been issued a WAS permit by ap
4 Oa Lessee in accordance with the provisions of this section.
a. No non -tenant aviation service eperaterOperator shall be permitted to conduct business at the
a+r{aertAir ort without first obtaining a WAS permit using the form provided by the
EeURtyCounty. Thereafter, the non -tenant aviation service eperaterOperator shall only conduct
such business as authorized by the permit. Permits shall be issued on an annual basis.
b. The €&OLessee issuing the WAS permit is responsible for ensuring compliance of all regulater
Regulatory Measures by the non -tenant aviation service eperaterOperator while on the
aiFper-tAi ort.
2) In addition to the appropriate general requirements set forth in seetienSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-
336137, each non -tenant aviation service eperater0perator at the a4poAAlMort shall comply with the
following minimum standards set forth in this section.
b) Scope of activity. Non -tenant aviation service eperatersOperators shall conduct activity on and from the
leased premix^Leased Premises of the €WLessee in a first-class manner consistent with the degree of care
and skill exercised by experienced eperatersOperators providing comparable products and services and
engaging in similar activities.
c) Non -tenant aviation service epeFGterOperator (NTASO) permit.
1) Aircraft eperatsrOperator must submit written request to an FBOa Lessee on behalf of non -tenant
aviation service eperaterOperator.
2) Non -tenant aviation service eperaterOperator shall obtain a non -tenant aviation service
eperaterOperator permit approved by the €BOLessee for a specific period of time prior to engaging in
activity on the a*pe#Airport. The -F&OLessee shall submit a copy of the permit to the a+rpert
ragerAirport Director for his records. Issuance of the permit shall be subject to the payment of a fee
pursuant to the fee schedule adopted by the boaFdBoard of ceuntyCounty
Commissioners by resolution. Renewal shall be subject to the non -tenant aviation service
eperater30perator's compliance with all terms and conditions of the non -tenant aviation service
eperaterOperator permit.
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3) Non -tenant aviation service eperawfgRperator shall comply with all requirements for the permitted
activities and limit service provided to the entitiesPersons, areas, and timeframe identified in the
approved non -tenant aviation service Operator permit.
d) Licenses and certifications. Non -tenant aviation service eperataf Operator shall have and provide to the
BOLessee evidence of all agereyGovernmental Authority licenses and certificates upon request.
e) Insurance. Non -tenant aviation service epeFa#e-FOperator shall maintain, at a minimum, the coverage and
limits of insurance set forth in Attachment A, found at the end of this chapter.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-94; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-147. Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
Operator
a) Introduction.
1) This section pertains to a Commercial Aeronautical Operator engaged in the operation and/or
maintenance of an Unmanned Aerial System ("UAS," sometimes referred to as a "drone") for Commercial
purposes at the Airport
2) In addition to the general requirements set forth in St. Lucie County Code Section 8-137, a Commercial
UAS Operator shall comply with the requirements of this section.
b) Scope of activity.
1) A Commercial Aeronautical Operator engaged in the operation and/or maintenance of an UAS
for Commercial purposes at the Airport shall:
a Provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out the services and
activities in a courteous prompt and efficient manner adequate to meet the reasonable
demands of the public seeking such services.
b Have in place established and formalized safety protocols, as approved by the Airport Director.
c. Provide a Person dedicated to maintenance and leasing.
d Comply with all directives given by the Airport Director as to the time, place and manner of
UAS operations at the Airport.
e Comply with all applicable Regulatory Measures advisory circulars, statements of policy or
other directives issued by the Federal Aviation Administration as well as in any Certificates of
Waiver or Authorization ("COA") and/or any other FAA authorizations.
2) Commercial Aeronautical Operators conducting UAS for Commercial purposes shall construct, lease, or
sublease an area providing a minimum of 10,000 square feet of hangar space and 200 square feet of
office space.
c) Licenses and Certifications. A Commercial UAS Operator engaged in the operation and/or maintenance of
a UAS for Commercial purposes at the Airport shall:
1) Maintain a current and valid private pilot certificate issued by the FAA as well as an instrument rating.
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2) Obtain and have a current "UAS Operations License" issued by the Airport Director.
d) Insurance A Commercial UAS Operator shall maintain at a minimum the coverage and limits of insurance
set forth in Attachment A, found at the end of this chapter.
Sec. 8-148. Commercial Aeronautical Activity application.
a) Lessee.
1) Any en#+tyPerson desiring to lease land and/or ifflPFevemenfslmprovements from the eea44yCg nty
and engage in a earnrAeFGial aeronautical activ#yCommercial Aeronautical Activitv at the aiepeAAirport
shall submit a written application and applicable fee to the airpsrtrnanagerAirport Director.
2) The appl+eaPAApplicant shall submit all of the information requested on the application form and
thereafter shall submit any additional information that may be required or requested by the airgert
rnanagerAirport Director in order to properly and fully evaluate the application and facilitate an
analysis of the prospective operation, including, but not limited to, verifiable qualifications and
experience, past and current financial results (performance), condition and capacity (as evidenced by
historical and current financial statements), references, etc.
3) No application will be deemed complete that does not provide the affiFpeFt Fnanage+Airport Director
with the information necessary to allow the ' Airport Director and/or the cow yCounty
to make a meaningful assessment of ap Applicant's prospective operation and determine
whether or not the prospective operation will comply with all applicable regalatery
Fneasure,sRegulatory Measures and be compatible with the ,
erAirport's Master Plan, Airport Layout Plan, and land use plan (if any).
4) Following review and approval, if granted, by the ' Airport Director and the
yCounty, negotiations for an a ffe_.,,e.n^^^ Agreement shall commence.
5) Prior to an existing lesseeLessee engaging in any activity not permitted under the
agreenentAgreement or changing or expanding the scope of activities permitted under the
agreem-MAgreement, the operatefLessee shall submit a completed application for a semmereial
aeFenawtocal Commercial Aeronautical Activitv and receive written approval from the ,airpeFt
FnanagerAirport Director (and, if necessary, an amendment to the cor m-MAgreement) prior to
conducting activities not permitted under the coreeme-4Agreement.
b) Sublessee.
1) Any ent+tyPerson desiring to sublease land or imprevemeRtsImprovements and engage in a em;,merclal
aeFenawtiGal Commercial Aeronautical Activity at the airpergAirport shall provide evidence to
the lesserLessee that they meet the applicable sections of these Minirnuffl StandaFd Minimum
Standards.
2) Sublessee/epee:& e Operator shall be required to meet and adhere to all applicable provisions of
l^«^F's , ^n+Lessee's Agreement.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-95; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-449149. Noncommercial Hangar Operator.
a) Introduction.
1) A ^.^' hangar opeFa cwNoncommercial Hangar Operator is an entitya Person that develops
or constructs one or more hangar structures for the primary purpose of storing aireFAAircraft used for
ffeRGemrneFdal Noncommercial purposes only by the Noncommercial
Hangar Operator.
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2) In addition to the appFep4ateAo1icable general requirements set forth in section St. Lucie County
Code Section 8-137, each Noncommercial Hangar Operator at the
a4peAAirport shall comply with the following minimum standards set forth in this section.
b) Scope of activity.
1) Noncommercial Hangar Operator shall use the leased ^FeFA*se Leased Premises for
aircaftAircraft owned, leased, and/or operated by (and under the full and exclusive control of)
eperaterOperator for . Noncommercial purposes. If a+rr-raftAircraft is leased,
Noncommercial Hangar Operator shall provide the airpert
manager- Airport Director with a copy of the aiFGFaftAircraft lease. The aiFPGFt FnanagefAirport Director
will determine if an a„=GFaftthe Aircraft lease is ee,,,, eK4a'RyCo ercially reasonable.
2) No GornmeFeia;Commercial activity of any kind shall be permitted on or from the leased
premises Leased Premises.
3) A Noncommercial Hangar Operator shall not be permitted to sublease
any land or on the leased ...-,,misesLeased Premises for any purpose.
c) Leosed pFeFnisesPremises.
1) A Noncommercial Hangar Operator engaging in this activity shall have
adequate land, Apron/Paved Tiedown (see sectieaSt. Lucie County Code Section
8-137(f)), facilities, and vehiGle paFkingVehicle Parking (see seetionSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-
137(g)) to accommodate all activities of the operate-FOperator, but not less than the following square
footages, which are not cumulative:
Facilities Group I Piston and Group II Piston and Group I Turbojet Group II Turbojet Group III Turbojet
Turboprop Turboprop Aircraft Aircraft Hangar Aircraft Hangar Aircraft Hangar
Aircraft Hangar Hangar Storage Storage Storage Storage
Storage
Hangar 2,500 SF 5,000 SF 7,500 SF 10,000 SF 12,000 SF
2) The development of Noncommercial hangars shall be limited to the following types of
hangar structures:
a. Single structures of not less than 2,500 square feet, completely enclosed; or
b. Single structures of not less than 5,000 square feet, subdivided and configured (although each
unit shall not be less than 1,250 square feet) to accommodate individual bays for the storage of
afeeFaftAireraft.
d) Ownership structure. Hangar development may be accomplished by any e A#y erson, including
asseeiateeesAssociations.
1) Association membership shall be contingent upon ownership interest in the asseciatienAssociation of a
proportionate share of the ' Noncommercial hangar facility which shall consist of not less
than one individual hangar, or an equal portion of the "common" hangar area which is consistent with
the total number of members/shareholders (such area not to be less than 1,250 total square feet).
2) All members/shareholders of the asseeiationAssociation shall be declared to the amFpeet
ar agerAirport Director at the time the application for development and activity is submitted.
Thereafter, the asseeiationAssociation and/or each member/shareholder of the asseeiatieeAssociation
shall be required to demonstrate ownership (as required herein) as requested by the airpeFt
manage,rAirport Director from time to time. Association shall appoint (be represented by) one
iedividuaWerson. The hangar facilities developed and utilized by the asserim ARAssociation shall be
exclusively for storage of aiFera#tAircraft owned by the members/shareholders of the
asseemateeRAssociation.
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3) The asseeffiatienAssociation may not utilize nor cause the leased premisesLeased Premises to be utilized
for speculative development of either the leased ^•^mws^,Leased Premises or the
Improvements located thereupon.
4) Each member/shareholder of the assesiatienAssociation shall be responsible and jointly and severally
liable with all other members/shaFeheldershareholders for the assesiatien'sAssociation's compliance
with these Minimum Standards, and each member/shareholder of the
assee tienAssociation shall, upon written request by the aiFlaert rAanagefAirport Director, provide
appropriate written confirmation of membership status or share ownership. All assee Association
members/shareholders declared to the aiFPeFt Fnanage-FAirport Director in accordance with subsection
d)(2) of this section shall remain jointly and severally liable to the yCounty for the
asseeiatien'sAssociation's compliance with these minimum standaFdsMinimum Standards, regardless
of whether the membership or ownership of the asseeiatienAssociation changes, unless a release of
the liability of a former asseciatienAssociation member is approved in writing by the BOCC.
e) Insurance. Noncommercial Hangar Operator shall maintain, at a minimum, the coverage and
limits of insurance set forth in Attachment A, found at the end of this chapter.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-96; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-449150. Private flying club.
a) A private flying club is an entity that is legally formed as a nonprofit entity with the stateState and operates
on a nonprofit basis (so as not to receive revenues greater than the costs to operate, maintain, acquire
and/or replace private flying club a+Feraft Aircraft) that is organized for the express purpose of providing its
members with Aircraft for their personal use and enjoyment only.
1) Each private flying club member (ewner) must have an ownership interest in the private flying club.
2) Private flying clubs shall keep on file and available for review by the airpeFt FnanageLr-Airport Director, a
complete membership list and investment (ownership) share held by each member, including a record
of all members (past and present) with full names, addresses, and the date the membership began and
ended.
3) The Property rights of the members of the club shall be equal; no part of the net earnings of the club
will inure to the benefit of any Person in any form, including salaries, bonuses, etc.
4) The private flying club shall not derive greater revenue from the use of its Aircraft than the amount
necessary for its actual operation maintenance and replacement or upgrade of its Aircraft. Private
flying club Aircraft shall not be used by members for rental, or by anyone for charter or lease.
b) Each private flying club shall file and keep current with the aiFpart Director, upon request:
1) Copies of bylaws, articles of incorporation, operating rules, membership agreements, and the location
and address of the club's registered office.
2) Roster of all officers and directors, including home and business addresses and phone numbers.
3) Designee responsible for compliance with these Fninimum standaFdsMinimum Standards and other
fegulatery Fn ^saeg atory Measures.
c) Private flying clubs shall not be required to meet the minimum standards stipulated for air+a#tAircraft rental
or {light tFa;,,;.,.. ,,,,eratar-s light Training Operators so long as the private flying club's membership is not
operated forialCommercial purposes.
d) No member (ewner}of a private flying club shall receive cempensationCompensation for services provided
for such private flying club or its members (ewners) unless such member (ewaner}is an authorized
eperate+Operator with the eeentyCounty. This does not include the provision of flight instruction relating to
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aiFGFaftAircraft checkout and/or currency (e.g., biannual flight reviews, instrument proficiency checks, etc.)
provided by a private flying club member (on an exclusive basis) to other private flying club members.
e) Private flying club a+rr--raftAircraft shall not be used by other than members (ewReFs).,
f) No member (ewneF) shall use private flying club a+reraftAircraft in exchange for Compensation except in the
following circumstances:
1) A private flying club may permit its Aircraft to be used for flight instruction (a) in a club -owned
Aircraft as long as both the instructor providing instruction and Person receiving instruction are members of
the club owning the Aircraft, or eempensation (b) when the instruction is given by a Lessee based on the
Airport who provides Flight Training and the Person receiving the training is a member of the private flying
club In either circumstance a flight instructor may receive monetary Compensation for instruction or may
be compensated by credit against payment). This fees of dues or flight time; however that Person may not
include mem for ^A^^'receive both Compensation and waived or discounted dues
or flight time concurrently.
2) A qualified mechanic who is a registered member and part Owner of the Aircraft owned and
operated by a private flying club may perform maintenance work on Aircraft owned by the club. The
mechanic may receive monetary Compensation for such maintenance work or may be compensated by
credit against payment of dues or flight time; however that Person may not receive both Compensation and
waived or discounted dues or flight time concurrently.
W Private flying clubs may not indicate in any form of marketing and/or communications that they are a flight
school and private flying clubs may not indicate in any form of marketing and/or communications that they
are a business where people can learn to fly.
h) Private flying clubs may not hold themselves out to the public as FBOs or SASOs and are prohibited from
advertisements as such or will be required to comply with the use ^f pFiVat^ flying Glut afire 'f+ Minimum
Standards as applicable to FBOs and/or SASOs.
i) All flying clubs and their members are prohibited from leasing or selling any goods or services whatsoever to
any Person other than a member of such club at the Airport, except that said flying club may sell or exchange
its capital Equipment.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-97; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 8-449151. Noncommercial selffuCTmSSelf-Fueling permittee.
a) Introduction.
1) All entitiesPersons desirous of self fue4ng -Fueling shall be accorded a reasonable opportunity,
without unlawful discrimination, to qualify and receive a ' self fue4p^Noncommercial
Self -Fueling permit.
a. Those eRtitiesPersons that have a ffee ,^^+Agreements granting them the rights to perform
e c+4Commercial fueling (e.g., FBO) are not required to apply fora
fuel* 4RNoncommercial Self -Fueling permit.
b. This excludes ent+tiesPersons conducting ^ ^' `elf fue4p^Noncommercial Self -Fueling
through the utilization of five -gallon fueling containers. However, these entitiesPersons must
follow the applicable fu4esRules and Feg ' saggulations.
2) This section sets forth the standards prerequisite to aneRtityany Person desirous of engaging in
3' self fu elingNoncommercial Self -Fueling at the a4poAAirport.
3) In addition to the applicable general requirements set forth in sectionSt. Lucie County Code Section 8-
137, each entkyPerson conducting ^.^1 self f6je ^^Noncommercial Self -Fueling activities at
the aipeAAirport shall comply with the following minimum standards set forth in this section.
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b) Permit/approval.
1) No er i yPerson shall engage in self ,gS f-Fueling activities unless a valid ' self
fuelingNoncommercial Self -Fueling permit authorizing such activity has been eked 4eM.granted to
that Person by the Airport Director. Such entitiesPersons shall herein be referred to as
f„-fu e4Pg5elf-Fueling permittees."
2) The ^'^' self fuels ^Noncommercial Self -Fueling permit shall not reduce or limit self-
fuel+egSelf-Fueling permittee's obligations with respect to these self fu 44g5glf-Fuefing standards,
which shall be included in the ' self fue4pgNoncommercial Self -Fueling permit by
reference.
3) Prior to issuance and subsequently upon request by the ^*•^^~t FnaRager, self fu lingAirport Director,
Self -Fueling permittee shall provide evidence of ownership or lease of any aiFGFa#Aircraft being
operated (under the full and exclusive control of) and fueledFueled by °^'f-I-mgSelf-Fueling
permittee.
c) Reporting.
1) Self4ueliegEpgling permittee shall report all fuelFuel delivered to the approved self fuepigSelf-Fueling
permittee's fuelFuel storage facility during each calendar month and submit a summary report along
with appropriate fees and charges due the eeuf"County on or before the tenth day of the subsequent
month.
2) Self -fuel++ Egf ling permittee shall, during the term of the ^' `^'f fue. ^^Noncommercial
Self -Fueling permit and for three years thereafter, maintain records identifying the total number of
aviation fuelFuel gallons purchased and delivered. Records (and meters) shall be made available for
audit to the eeuetyCounty or representatives of the eeufrtyCounty. In the case of a discrepancy, sel#-
fuelingSelf-Fueling permittee shall promptly pay, in cash, all additional rates, fees, and charges due the
eeupAyCounty, plus annual interest on the unpaid balance at the lesser of 18 percent or the maximum
rate allowable by law from the date originally due.
d) Fuel storage. Self-fue Fueling permittee shall arrange and demonstrate that satisfactory arrangements
have been made for the storage of ft+elFuel, as follows:
1) Through either an authorized FBO at the aitAirport; or
2) In a centrally located fuelFuel storage area approved by the BOCC.
a. Operators authorized by the eeun-tyCounty shall lease land and construct or install a fuelFuel
storage facility in the centrally located fuelFuel storage area.
b. In no event shall the total storage capacity be less than 12,000 gallons for e u,-4Jet Fuel or
10,000 gallons for aagasAvgas.
3) Self-fuel+egEqgling permittee shall be liable and indemnify the ee4rtyCount for all leaks, spills, or
other damage that may result through the handling and dispensing of fuelFuel.
4) Fuel delivered shall be clean, bright, pure, and free of microscopic organisms, water, or other
contaminants. Ensuring the quality of the fuelFuel is the responsibility of self 4A 4mgSelf-Fueling
permittee.
e) Fueling equip +6LRtfqui ment.
1) Self-fu-eEq ling permittee shall utilize a single '^f u^'i^^ vehiG'^Refueling Vehicle for each type of fuelFuel
to be dispensed with a minimum capacity of 750 gallons. Avgas refueliR^ vehie'^&Refuehng Vehicles
shall have a maximum capacity of 1,200 gallons and jet r^fu^'i^^ ehoe[esEgfueling Vehicles shall
have a maximum capacity of 3,000 gallons. All '^fuelin^ ^hiel-e Refueling Vehicles shall be capable
of bottom loading. Page
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2) Each refueling vehae'^Refueling Vehicle shall be equipped and maintained to comply at all times with all
applicable safety and fire prevention requirements, standards, and FegulateFy m resgeg latory
Measures, including, without limitation, those prescribed by:
a. State fire prevention code and local F',,, a;stFietFire District.
b. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes.
C. State depaFtn+e44tDe tment of eRvironmeRtal protee Environmental Protection.
d. Applicable FAA Advisory Circulars (AC), including AC 00-3434A, "Aircraft Ground Handling and
Servicing," and AC 150/5210-55D, "Painting, Marking and Lighting of Vehicles Used on an
Airport."
3) Prior to transporting fuOFuel onto the ~Airport, the self gSelf-Fueling permittee shall
provide the aiFpart managefAirport Director with a spill prevention, control, and countermeasures plan
SPCC) that meets regu4"the requirements of applicable Regulatory Measures for above ground
fue4Fuel storage facilities. An updated copy of such SPCC p4R.Elan shall be filed with the a+FPert
egerAirport Director at least ten business days prior to actual implementation. Such plan shall
describe, in detail, those methods that shall be used by the self .gSelf-Fueling permittee to clean
up any potentially hazardous fue4Fuel spills. The plan shouldshall include ega+pe-eitEguL ment to be
used, emergency contact personnel and their telephone numbers, and all other details as to how the
Rg5e f-Fueling permittee would contain such a spill. This plan should also describe, in detail,
what methods the self, gself-Fueling permittee intends to use to prevent any such spill from
occurring.
4) In accordance with all applicable FegulateFy m res99gulatory Measures and appropriate industry
practices, the self e4pgSelf-Fueling permittee shall develop and maintain standard operating
procedures (SOP) for fueling and shall ensure compliance with standards set forth in AC 00-34A,
Aircraft Ground Handling and Servicing." The SOP shall include a training plan, fueiFuel quality
assurance procedures, record keeping, and emergency response procedures for f+e4Fuel spills and
fires. The SOP shall also address the following:
a. Bonding and fire protection;
b. Public protection;
C. Control of access to refueling ehieleRefueling Vehicle storage areas; and
d. Marking and labeling of refueling ehiele-.Refueling Vehicles.
The SOP shall be submitted to the ' Airport Director not later than ten business days before
the self fuelangSelf-Fueling permittee commences self f e4pgSelf-Fueling at the ~Airport.
f) Limitations. Self-fuel+pgFuelin permittees shall not sell and/or dispense fe+e4Fuels to bas f Based
Aircraft or transient aircraftAircraft that are not owned, leased, and/or operated by (and under the full and
exclusive control of) self fue4pg5elf-Fueling permittee. Any such selling or dispensing shall be grounds for
immediate revocation of the permit by the Airport Director.
1) Revocation upon first violation will be for a period of one year.
2) Revocation upon a second violation shall be permanent.
g) Insurance. Self4u-c4gEqLling permittee shall maintain, at a minimum, the coverages and policy limits set
forth in Attachment A, found at the end of this chapter.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-98; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Page 76 of 80
Sec. 8-1-54152. Minimum insurance requirements.
Minimum insurance requirements shall be as set forth in Attachment A, found at the end of this chapter.
Code 1982, § 1-2.3-99; Ord. No. 07-051, pt. C, 12-4-2007)
Page 77 of 80
ATTACHMENT A
(MINIMUM INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS)
Fixed Base
Operator
Aircraft
Maintenance
Operator
Avionics or
Instrument
Maintenance
Operator
Aircraft
Rental or
Flight
Training
Operator
Aircraft
Charter or
Aircraft
Management
Operator
Aircraft
Sales
Operator
Other
Commercial
Aeronautical
Activities
Temporary
Specialized
Aviation
Service
Operator
Non-
Commercial
Hangar
Operator
Non -
Commercial
Self -Fueling
Permittee
COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY (Combined Single Limit)
Each Occurrence $5,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00
VEHICULAR LIABILITY (Combined Single Limit, Each Occurrence)
Non -Movement Area
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
Movement Area
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
HANGAR KEEPER'S LIABILITY (Largest Aircraft Normally Accommodated)
SE Piston
Group I
Each
Aircraft
$5,000,000.00
Each Aircraft
$15,000,000.00
Each
Occurrence
$150,000.00
$150,000.00
$150,000.00
$150,000.00
Each Occurrence>
$300,000.00
$300,000.00
$300,000.00
$300,000.00
ME Piston
Group I
Each
Aircraft
$250,000.00
$250,000.00
$250,000.00
$250,000.00
Each Occurrence
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
Turboprop
Group I
Each
Aircraft
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
$500,000.00
Each Occurrence
$1,000,000.00
$1,000,000.00
$1,000,000.00
$1,000,000.00
Turboprop
Group II
Each
Aircraft
$1,000,000.00
$1,000,000.00
$1,000,000.00
$1,000,000.00
Each Occurrence
$2,000,000.00
$2,000,000.00
$2,000,000.00
$2,000,000.00
Turbojet
Group I
Each
Aircraft
$1,500,000.00
$1,500,000.00
$1,500,000.00
$1,500,000.00
Each Occurrence
$3,000,000.00
$3,000,000.00
$3,000,000.00
$3,000,000.00
Turbojet
Group II
Each
Aircraft
$2,500,000.00
$2,500,000.00
$2,500,000.00
$2,500,000.00
Each Occurrence
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
Turbojet
Group III
Each
Aircraft
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.00
Each Occurrence
$15,000,000.00
$15,000,000.00
$15,000,000.00
$15,000,000.00
AIRCRAFT AND PASSENGER LIABILITY (Each Occurrence)
SE Piston/Group 1
$1,000,000.00/$100,000.00 sub limit per person
ME Piston/Group 1
$1,000,000.00/$100,000.00 sub limit per person
Turboprop/Group 1
and 11
$2,500,000.00/$250,000.00 sub limit per person
Turbojet/Group 1
$2,500,000.00/$250,000.00 sub limit per person
Turbojet/Group II
1
1
1
1 $5,000,000.00/$250,000.00 sub limit per person
Turbojet/Group III
$5,000,000.00/$250,000.00 sub limit per person
Student and Renters
$100,000.00
ENVIRONMENTAL LIABILITY (Combined Single Limit, Each Occurrence)
Each Occurrence I $1,000,000.00 I$1,000,000.00 Required
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WORKER'S COMPENSATION
Limits Based Upon Statutory Requirements
Commercial general liability to include bodily injury, personal injury, and prepertyProperty damage for all premises, products and completed operations, unlicensed
vehiciesVehicles, and contractual liability. Non -licensed vehiclesVehicles operated on the movement aFe Movement Area will require coverage in an amount not less than
$5,000,000.00 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and prepertyProperty damage.
Vehicular liability or business automobile liability to include bodily injury and prepertyProperty damage for all vehic-fesVehicles (owned, non -owned, or hired).
Hangar keeper's liability to include prepertyProperty damage for all non -owned airr-ra€tAircraft under the care, custody, and control of the eperaterOperator.
Aircraft and passenger liability to include bodily injury, prepertyProperty damage, and passenger injury for all owned, leased, or operated aireraftAircraft.
Student and renter liability to include bodily injury, personal injury, and prepertyProperty damage (excluding arrcraftAircraft hull) for students and renters of a era#Aircraft.
Environmental liability to include bodily injury, prepertyProperty damage, and environmental cleanup costs.
SE = Single engine a+rcraftAircraft.
ME = Multi engine alrcr;; tAircraft.
Page 79 of 80
SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY
If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is held to be invalid or
unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, that holding in no way affects the
remaining portions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3. CONFLICTING ORDINANCES
All ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This ordinance shall take effect upon receipt of notice of filing from the Secretary of
State.
SECTION 5. ADOPTION
After motion and second, the vote of this Ordinance was as follows:
Commissioner Cathy Townsend, Chair AYE
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky, Vice Chair AYE
Commissioner Linda Bartz AYE
Commissioner Larry Leet AYE
Commissioner Jamie Fowler AYE
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 22nd day of March, 2024.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
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COUNTY ATTORNEY
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APR 0 8 2024
COUNTY l'cr1ORAEY
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT Of STATE
RON DESANTIS CORD BYRD
Governor Secretary of State
April 8, 2024
Michelle R. Miller
Clerk&Comptroller
St. Lucie County
2300 Virginia Ave.
Fort Pierce,FL 34982
Dear Michelle Miller,
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 125.66,Florida Statutes,this will acknowledge receipt of your
electronic copy of the St. Lucie County Ordinance No. 24-009,which was filed in this office on
April 5, 2024.
Sincerely,
Matthew Hargreaves
Administrative Code and Register Director
MJH/wlh
R. A. Gray Building • 500 South Bronough Street • Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250
Telephone: (850) 245-6270