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CHAPTERS
REGULATIONS APPLYING TO ALL DISTRICTS
ARTICLE E. TEMPORARY USE REQUIREMENTS
ARTICLE E. SECTIONS:
11-3E-1: PURPOSE
11-3E-2: APPLICABILITY
11-3E-3: PROCESs
11-3E-4: GENERAL STANDARDS
11-3E-5: STANDARDS FOR FIREWORKS STANDS
11-3E-6:
11-3E-7: STANDARDS FOR SUBDIVISION MODEL WOME/REAL ESTATE SALES OFFICES
STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION SITES
11-3E-$: STANDARDS FOR SEASONAL SALE OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD
PRODUCTS
11-3E-9:
11-3E-10: STANDARDS FOR ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT OR RECREATION EVENTS
STANDARDS FOR VENDORS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH AN ARTS,
ENTERTAINMENT OR RECREATION EVENT
11-3E-11: STANDARDS FOR PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES IN THE NONRESIDENTIAL
DISTRICTS INVOLVING THE SALE OF GOODS AND MERCHANDISE WHERE IT
IS ACCESSORY TO THE PRINCIPALLY PERMITTED USE.
11-3E-1: PURPOSE: The regulations of this Article are intended to allow f
the temporary or
or seasonal uses that support community events and celebrations
, or
uses of a limited duration that are accessory to a primary use.
11-3E-2: APPLICABILITY: The regulations of this Article shall apply to all
temporary uses in all districts with the
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11-3E-3: PROCESS: The applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Zoning
Compliance for any temporary use.
11-3E-4: GENERAL STANDARDS:
A, Time period:
1. Except as otherwise defined in this Section, a temporary use is allowed for
a specified period not exceeding twelve (12) months from issuance of
Certificate of Zoning Compliance.
2. For seasonal stands or events, the Certificate of Zoning Compliance shall
specify a beginning and end date.
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B. Location:
1. Structures and/or the display of merchandise shall comply with the
setback requirements of the district within which it is located.
2. Temporary structures and merchandise shall be displayed so as not to
intertere with the clear vision triangle. In no case shall items be displayed,
or business conducted within the public right-of-way, unless otherwise
authorized by the Transportation Authority.
C- Structures:
1. A maximum of one (1) structure shall be allowed and may cover a
maximum of five hundred (500) square feet.
2. The use shall not result in the construction of any permanent structures
that would not otherwise be permitted subject to the regulations of this
Title.
3. Any temporary structures shall be portable and completely removed at the
end of the allowed time period.
4. The applicant shall obtain any necessary building permits.
D. Caretaker unit: ;
1. One (1) caretaker unit in a trailer or recreational vehicle may be allowed on
the site only for the purposes of security and maintenance of the site.
2. The unit shall be completely removed at the end of the allowed time period.
E. Parking and access:
1. Adequate off-street parking shall be provided to serve the use.
2. The use shall not displace the required off-street parking spaces or
loading areas of the principal permitted uses on the site.
3. The entrance and exit drives shall be designed tp prevent traffic hazards
and nuisances.
4. All surfaces used for parking shall be constructed with paving, vegetative
cover or of dustless material.
F. Signs. All signs erected in association with the use shall be in compliance
with the regulations for signs, Chapter 3 Article D SIGN REQUIREMENTS of the
Meridian City Municipal Code.
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G. Noise: Compressors, fans, pumps, and other motorized equipment shall be
located or shielded to reduce noise levels to adjoining properties.
H. Site conditions:
1. The site shall be returned to a clean condition after the termination of the
use, including free of debris and garbage.
2. Unsold faod products, trees, greens, or debris generated by the use shall
be properly disposed off the site.
Unobstructed sidewalk: If a private sidewalk or pedestrian way in front of the
building is used for the temporary use, a minimum width of four (4) feet shall
remain unobstructed for pedestrian use.
~~ Conditions: The Director may require additional conditions to mitigate
adverse effects on surrounding properties, particularly regarding traffic
generated, compressor and pump noise, odor, light and glare, dust, and
hours of operation. The conditions may include, but not be limited to, any or
all of the following:
1. Standards related to the emission of noise, vibration, and other potentially
objectionable impacts.
2. Limits on time of day for the conduct of the specified use, including
deliveries and maintenance.
3. Other standards necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare
and mitigate adverse effects on surrounding property.
K; The use shall comply with any guidelines, regulations and permitting
process required by any authorizing public agencies, including but not
limited to, the Central District Health Department, Transportation Authority,
and Meridian City Departments.
11-3E-5: STANDARDS FOR FIREWORKS STANDS:
A. The use shall be prohibited in residential districts.
B. The applicant or owner shall obtain written approval of the Meridian City Fire Department.
C. Dates of fireworks sales shall comply with Idaho Code §39-2606.
D. Applicant shall comply with the standards for access as determined by the
Transportation Authority.
E. Parking areas shall be paved, in vegetative cover, or improved with a
dustless material.
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11-3E-6: STANDARDS FOR SUBDIVISION MODEL HOME/REAL ESTATE
SALES OFFICES:
A. The sales office shall be located on a lot within a subdivision or planned unit
development.
B. The principal use of the sales office shall be the sale of lots and/or dwellings
within the development.
C. The sales office shall meet the construction standards for commercial
occupancy and obtain all necessary permits as required by the Building
Code in accord with Title 10 of the Meridian City Municipal Code.
D. When required, the applicant or owner shall obtain a building permit to
convert the sales office to a dwelling or shall remove the sales office within
30 days of the sale ar rent of the final lot or space.
11-3E-7: STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION SITES:
A. New development shall contain construction debris on-site and prevent
wind-blown debris from entering neighboring properties.
B. Temporary buildings, construction trailers, equipment and materials may be
permitted in any district during the period construction work is in progress.
Such temporary facilities or equipment shall be removed within 60 days of
completion of the construction work.
11-3E-8: STANDARDS FOR SEASONAL SALE OF AGRICULTURAL AND
FOOD PRODUCTS;
A. The provisions of this Title shall apply to holiday tree lot, snow cone shack,
pumpkin sale stand, produce stand, and similar uses as determined by the
Director.
B. The use shall be prohibited in residential districts.
C. Such sales are limited to a period of time not to exceed two (2) consecutive
months for pumpkin and Christmas tree sales, and four (4) consecutive
months per calendar year for other uses, Christmas tree Ivts shall be
removed by the 1st day of January.
D. Applicant shall comply with the standards for access as determined by the
Transportation Authority.
E. Parking areas shall be paved, in vegetative cover, or improved with a
dustless material.
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11-3E-9: STANDARDS FOR ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT OR RECREATION
EVENT:
A. Events, such as festivals, carnivals, circuses, fairs, and amusement rides
may be allowed in any nonresidential district for a period not to exceed two
(2) weeks within any ninety- (9Q) day period.
B. The Meridian City Police Department shall approve the location and access
for any use in this category,
C. Vendors shall obtain a City of Meridian Vendor License.
11-3E-1Q: STANDARDS FOR VENDORS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH AN ARTS,
ENTERTAINMENT OR RECREATION EVENT:
A. The applicant shall provide notarized consent of the property owner.
B. The use shall be prohibited in Residential Districts.
C. Vendor shall obtain City of Meridian Vendor License.
D. No caretaker unit shall be allowed.
E. Signs shall only be allowed on the vending units and shall not exceed
sixteen (16) square feet in area.
1=. No direct sales to customers in vehicles shall be allowed. The design and
placement of the units shall prohibit such sales. (Vendors with drive-up
windows must be in a structure and shall be processed as a conditional use
in accord with Chapter 5 AaMINISTRATION of this Title.)
G. The 12-month approval period shall be evaluated at the time of the annual
license renewal.
1. If Planning staff and/or the Code Enforcement Officers have unresolved,
compelling complaints regarding the vendor, a new temporary use shall be
required. Otherwise the twelve-(12) month approval period shall be
extended.
2. As complaints are received, the Director will determine ifi the complaint
represents a compelling health and/or safety issue. Any compelling
complaints will be forwarded to the Code Enforcement Officer for
resolution in accord with the enforcement provisions of Section 11-1-11 of
this Title.
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11-3E-11: STANDARDS FOR PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES IN THE
NONRESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS INVOLVING THE SALE OF GOODS AND
MERCHANDISE WHERE IT IS ACCESSORY TO THE PRINCIPALLY PERMITTED
USE:
A. The applicant shall provide notarized consent of the property owner.
B. The use shall be prohibited in residential districts.
C~ Activities may be conducted outside for a period of not more than two (2)
weeks.
~. Applicant may request renewal twice during any calendar year, for a
maximum of six (6) weeks per calendar year.
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