§ 5-22.07.2. Exemptions: Airsoft guns and paintball guns and gaming.

(a)

The provisions of Section 5-22.02 of this chapter shall not prohibit the use of an airsoft gun or paintball gun in an established and permitted shooting area, which is located in an enclosed building, for target practice and/or airsoft and paintball gaming under adult supervision. This use and associated improvements shall require approval of a conditional use permit per S.V.M.C. Title 9, Chapter 9-26, Section 9-26.030.

(b)

Airsoft gun defined. For the purposes of this chapter, "airsoft gun" is defined as any gun, rifle, or pistol which discharges plastic pellets that are powered by compressed gas, spring-action, or an electrically powered gearbox.

(c)

Paintball gun defined. For the purposes of this chapter, "paintball gun" is defined as any gun, rifle, or pistol which discharges a plastic ball of "paint" that is designed to break upon impact, and that is powered by compressed gas, spring-action, or an electrically-powered gear box.

(d)

Airsoft and paintball gaming defined. For the purposes of this chapter, "airsoft and paintball gaming" is defined as a group of individuals who voluntarily participate in goal-oriented play in which players shoot at each other with airsoft or paintball guns. This activity shall be under the supervision of an adult who has the authority and responsibility to enforce specified rules and to end a game in the interest of safety.

(§ 1 (Exh. A), Ord. 1151, eff. January 7, 2010)