Temporary buildings and structures shall comply with the following requirements:
(A) Temporary structures used for residential purposes.
(1) A building or structure may be approved for temporary residential use only while damage to the principal dwelling due to fire, flood, ice, wind or other natural disaster is being repaired. Any such temporary building shall not be used as a residence without prior review and approval by the Police, Fire and Building Officials.
(2) Also, a mobile home or other approved living quarters may be occupied as a residence on a temporary basis on sites for which a building permit has been issued for construction of a new dwelling unit or for major repair or remodeling of an existing dwelling unit, subject to the following:
(a) Such permits may be issued by the Building Official for up to six months in duration and may be renewed for a period of up to six months; provided that, work is proceeding in an expeditious manner.
(b) The total duration of a temporary permit shall not exceed 12 months.
(c) Temporary structures shall comply with the setback standards for the district in which they are located.
(d) The Building Official shall approve electrical and utility connections to any temporary structure.
(e) An approved temporary structure may be moved onto a site 14 days prior to commencement of construction and shall be removed within 14 days following issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the permanent dwelling.
(f) The applicant shall furnish the township with a performance guarantee in the amount of no less than $500 as determined by the Building Official to assure removal of the temporary structure.
(B) Temporary structures used for non-residential purposes. Temporary buildings for non-residential use, including semi-trucks/trailers and concrete batch plants, shall be permitted only when the intended use is by a contractor or builder in conjunction with a construction project, and only after review and approval by the Building Official. The temporary structures shall be removed immediately upon completion of the construction project and prior to a request for a certificate of occupancy for the project.
(C) Permits. Permits for the utilization of temporary structures shall be issued by the Building Official. The permit shall specify a date for the removal of the temporary structure, and the Building Official may require posting of a bond to ensure removal. A certificate of occupancy shall be required for such structures.
(D) Use as an accessory structure. A temporary building or structure shall not be used as an accessory building or structure, except as permitted herein.
(E) Special events and other temporary uses.
(1) The Building Official may grant temporary use of land and structures for special events and other temporary uses, as defined in §
156.003 of this chapter, subject to the following general conditions:
(a) Adequate off-street parking shall be provided.
(b) The applicant shall specify the exact duration of the temporary use.
(c) Electrical and utility connections shall be approved by the Building Official.
(d) The Building Official may require a performance bond to assure proper clean-up.
(2) The following conditions apply to specific temporary uses:
1. Maximum duration: ten days;
2. Operator or sponsor: non-profit entity; and
3. Location: shall not be located in or adjacent to any developed residential area except on church, school or park property.
(b) Sidewalk display and sale of bedding plants.
1. Maximum duration: 90 days;
2. Location: in commercial districts only; and
3. Sidewalk coverage: shall not cover more than 50% of the width of the sidewalk.
(c) Christmas tree sales.
1. Maximum duration: 45 days;
2. Location: shall not be located in or adjacent to any developed residential area; and
3. Clean-up: stumps, branches and other debris shall be completely removed from site.
1. Maximum number of sales per year: two;
2. Location: residential districts;
3. Purpose: for sale of items belonging to members of the household living on the premises where the sale is being conducted; and
4. Permit: a permit shall not be required for garage sales.
(Ord., § 2.07, passed - -)
