Lakewood requires home occupation registration under Codified Ordinance 1127.03. No external signs, no on-premise employees beyond residents, and no customer traffic that disrupts the residential character of the neighborhood. Operations must be clearly incidental to the residential use.
Per Lakewood C.O. 1127.03, home occupations are permitted accessory uses in all residential districts. No more than 25% of floor area may be devoted to the business. No stock-in-trade sold on premises except items produced there. No equipment visible from outside. Deliveries limited to standard parcel service; no commercial trucks. Registration filed with Division of Planning and Development; fee approximately $50-$100 annually.
Unregistered home occupation: zoning violation under C.O. 1129. Minor misdemeanor, fines $150 per day plus abatement order.
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