Oskaloosa City Zoning Code

These provisions are intended to permit occasional, temporary uses and activities when consistent with the objectives of this title and compatible with surrounding uses. They are further intended to prevent temporary uses from assuming the character of permanent uses. Temporary uses include, but are not limited to, those set out in Table 17.04.E Permitted Temporary Uses.

A.

Required Conditions of All Temporary Uses.

1.

Each site shall be left free of debris, litter, or other evidence of the use upon its completion or removal.

2.

The zoning administrator may establish other conditions which they deem necessary to ensure compatibility with surrounding land uses.

B.

Permit Application and Issuance.

1.

An application to conduct a temporary use shall be made to the zoning administrator. It shall include, at a minimum, a description of the proposed use, a diagram of its location, information regarding hours and duration of operation, and other information necessary to evaluate the application.

2.

The zoning administrator may authorize a temporary use only if they determine that:

a.

The use will not impair the normal operation of a present or future permanent use on the site.

b.

The use will be compatible with surrounding uses and will not adversely affect public health, safety, and welfare.

c.

The duration of the permit shall be explicitly stated on the permit.

d.

Decisions of the zoning administrator may be appealed to the board of adjustment.

C.

Supplemental Standards. Specific standards, where applicable, are described in Chapter 17.06 Supplemental Site Standards and Section 17.06.130 Supplemental Standards—Temporary Uses for development regulations.

D.

The zoning administrator may approve additional temporary uses if they determine it to be similar to the previously described uses in this section.

(Ord. No. 1465, § 2(Att.), 9-11-2023)