It is recognized that there may be the need in very selected instances to allow for a temporary use on a property which may not be in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. A temporary use may be necessitated by a public emergency or by a personal hardship created by a catastrophic event (e.g., hurricane, fire). These events, because of their sudden and unexpected nature, cannot be planned for in advance, yet require immediate remedy. The Zoning Officer is therefore empowered in these very selected instances to grant a temporary use permit if: (1) is necessitated by a public emergency or personal hardship created by a catastrophic event such as a hurricane or fire; and (2), in his judgement, the proposed use is of such a nature that there will be no detrimental impact upon adjoining properties. Said temporary use permit shall be valid for a period of six months from date of issuance. Upon written request made prior to the expiration date, the Zoning Officer may grant one six-month extension provided the applicant is taking all reasonable steps necessary to comply with all site improvements and requirements. An appeal from the decision of the Zoning Officer shall be made to the Zoning Board of Adjustment within 15 days of the decision. Failure to do so shall be a waiver of such request.