1.   Definitions.

   A.   “Temporary Portable Storage Container” shall be defined as a container fabricated for the purpose of transporting freight or goods on a truck, railroad or ship, including cargo containers, shipping containers, storage units, or other portable structures that are placed on private property and used for storage of items, including, but not limited to, clothing, equipment, goods, household or office fixtures or furnishing, materials and merchandise. This definition will also include accessory buildings used for temporary storage.

   B.   Temporary Portable Storage Containers also include, but are not limited to storage box shipping containers, storage moving “pods”, or any other similar portable storage containers, whether with or without wheels, and whether with or without a chassis.

2.   Districts.

   A.   Residential Districts. The use of Temporary Portable Storage Containers in a Residential District is prohibited, except for the following uses:

      (1)   A single Temporary Portable Storage Container may be used in all residential zoning districts when a building permit has been issued for construction of a residential unit on that parcel. The Temporary Portable Storage Container shall be allowed on the residential parcel during construction only. The Temporary Portable Storage Container shall be removed within 10 days after final building inspection upon completion of the residential unit or 10 days after the end of construction period defined within the City of Eagle Grove building permit issued for the parcel, whichever comes first.

      (2)   No Temporary Portable Storage Container shall be permitted on a vacant parcel unless the vacant parcel is adjacent to the parcel where a construction or remodel project has been approved by the Eagle Grove Zoning Official.

      (3)   Temporary Portable Storage Container may be otherwise allowed on a residential parcel for a period not to exceed 10 days through an official motion by the City of Eagle Grove Board of Adjustment.

      (4)   Temporary Portable Storage Containers shall not impede traffic or pedestrians. No Temporary Portable Storage Container shall be located in a circulation aisle/lane, fire access lane, public utility easement or public right-of-way, including streets, sidewalks, and park strips.

   B.   Business Districts. The use of Temporary Portable Storage Containers in any Business District is prohibited, except for the following uses:

      (1)   Temporary Portable Storage Containers may be used for shipping and receiving merchandise and goods, provided that the Temporary Portable Storage Container does not remain stationary for more than 10 days.

      (2)   Temporary Portable Storage Containers may be used for storing merchandise or goods, including long-term storage, provided that the Temporary Portable Storage Container is not kept in the front setback area or landscaped area, designated parking areas, fire access lanes, public right-of-way, in an area visible from the property’s primary street or on parcels that are adjacent to a residential district.

      (3)   Temporary Portable Storage Containers may be used for construction or remodeling purposes when a building permit has been issued for construction on a commercial parcel. The Temporary Portable Storage Container shall be allowed during construction only. The Temporary Portable Storage Container shall be removed within 10 days after final building inspection upon completion of the business unit or 10 days after the end of construction period defined within the City of Eagle Grove building permit issued for the parcel, whichever comes first. No Temporary Portable Storage Container shall be permitted on a vacant parcel unless the vacant parcel is adjacent to the parcel where a construction or remodel project has been approved by the Eagle Grove Zoning Official.

      (4)   Temporary Portable Storage Containers shall not impede traffic or pedestrians. No Temporary Portable Storage Container shall be placed or located in a circulation aisle/lane, fire access lane, public utility easement or public right-of-way, including streets, sidewalks, and park strips.

   C.   Industrial Districts. The use of a Temporary Portable Storage Container is permissible in all industrial districts, provided they are not stored on public rights-of-way, in fire access lanes, in landscaped or front setback areas or in an area visible from the property’s primary street.

      (1)   Temporary Portable Storage Containers shall not impede traffic or pedestrians. No Temporary Portable Storage Container shall be placed or located in a circulation aisle/lane, fire access lane, public utility easement or public right-of-way, including streets, sidewalks, and park strips.

3.   Vertical stacking of Temporary Portable Storage Containers and stacking of any other materials on top of or around any Temporary Portable Storage Container shall be prohibited in all districts.

4.   In all districts, Temporary Portable Storage Containers must be kept in good repair, be secured against unauthorized entry and comply with health regulations.

   A.   A Temporary Portable Storage Container is not in a state of good repair when it is incapable of being moved intact, holes in the container exist due to damage or rust or it has been infested with vermin or other pests.

   B.   Any Temporary Portable Storage Container that has deteriorated and not in state of good repair must be removed immediately.

5.   Temporary Portable Storage Containers used for construction purposes must be approved by the Eagle Grove Zoning Official prior to placement when used during construction for less than twelve (12) months. The Planning & Zoning Commission has the authority to authorize but is not required to approve the use of Temporary Portable Storage Containers for construction or remodel purposes for any period in excess of twelve months.

6.   A Temporary Portable Storage Container may not be used as a dwelling or living quarters, nor for camping, cooking or recreation purposes for any amount of time in any district.

7.   Any Temporary Portable Storage Container existing on any property in the City of Eagle Grove on the date of final passage of this ordinance shall either be removed from such property or be brought into compliance with the provisions of this section within 30 days of final passage of this ordinance.