Firebaugh City Zoning Code
§ 25-41.5
Temporary Uses.
a.
Purpose: The purpose of a temporary use permit is to provide for the short-term use of property and structures that are consistent with the purpose and objectives of this Ordinance.
b.
Temporary uses and activities: The following uses and activities are eligible for a temporary use permit. The Planning Commission, by resolution, may add other uses to the list. The Planning Director shall determine the appropriate districts for the uses and activities listed below.
1.
Christmas tree sales.
2.
Promotional displays and activities, including amusement rides, street dances, concerts, live entertainment and promotional outdoor displays and sales. These activities may be conducted in any nonresidential district. Temporary signs are permitted with the approval of Planning Director. All display material, signs and related improvements shall be removed no later than 24 hours from the end of the activity. Sales areas shall be located where adequate parking is available and sight distances at intersections and driveways must not be obstructed.
3.
Temporary uses. The temporary use of property by nonprofit or charitable organizations, including activities such as expositions, concerts, carnivals, amusement rides, and church revivals.
4.
Temporary outdoor sales. Temporary outdoor sales, sidewalk sales and parking lot sales in association with a permitted business for which there is an enclosed building. No off-site signs shall be permitted and no more than six of these events shall occur on the subject property per calendar year.
5.
City-sponsored uses and activities, not occupying a structure and occurring at regular periodic intervals.
d.
Applicant and fee: An application and fee for a temporary conditional use permit shall be made to the Planning Department on a form prescribed by the Department. The application shall be accompanied by a fee set by resolution of the City Council.
e.
Report and findings: The Planning Director is authorized to review and approve temporary conditional use permits subject to reviewing the following findings. The Director may add conditions to ensure consistency with the purpose and objectives of this Ordinance including the following:
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That egress and ingress and off-street parking facilities are properly designed and adequate to serve the use.
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That the site is adequate in size and location and has the proper accessibility to accommodate the use.
3.
That there are adequate public services, including fire protection, water supply, wastewater disposal, and police protection to serve the use.
4.
That upon termination of the use the site shall be restored to its original condition. All materials and equipment associated with the temporary use shall be removed.
5.
That reasonable time limits be established for the use, not to exceed 30 days.
6.
That the applicants for a temporary use permit shall have all applicable licenses and permits.
7.
That signage for the use be approved by the Planning Department.
f.
Processing: Temporary use permits may be processed as an administrative matter by the Planning Director. Following a decision by the Director, an administrative agreement shall be prepared that outlines the findings and conditions on the temporary use permit.