The purpose of this article is to create a procedure whereby individuals may apply for a permit to allow for the use of temporary storage containers on residential property and to provide for rules, regulations, and restrictions with regard to the use and placement of such temporary storage containers.

For the purpose of this article, the following terms, phrases, words, and their derivations shall have the meanings stated herein.

Prior to the delivery or use of any temporary storage container on residential property, an application must be made to the Zoning Officer for a permit allowing for the delivery and use of such temporary storage container. Permits issued shall allow for the use of such temporary storage container for a period of 90 days. In the event, however, that it shall become necessary to extend said time period beyond the initial 90 days, a property owner may make an application to the Zoning Officer for an extension of time not to exceed an additional 90 days and shall not exceed a total of six months in any one calendar year. The calendar year is defined as commencing on January 1 and terminating on December 31.

There shall be a fee charged for the initial permit of $150. The fee for an extension permit shall be $100, payable to the Borough of Franklin Lakes.

This article shall be enforced by the Zoning Officer, Construction Code Official or such other employee or department of the Borough as designated in writing by the Mayor and Council.

Any person, firm, corporation, and/or entity violating or neglecting to comply with any provision of this article shall be subject to a fine of up to $500 for the first offense and $750 for each and every subsequent offense. Each and every day such violation or noncompliance exists shall constitute a separate offense, and an additional fine shall be imposed as set forth herein.