§ C. TEMPORARY USES.

5.c.1.

Permit Fee: An administrative fee will be charged for permitting a temporary use. The Zoning Administrator is authorized to issue a permit for temporary uses as specified in this ordinance. No temporary use may be established without such a permit.

5.c.2.

Public Safety and Nuisance Avoidance: All applicants filing for a temporary use must operate from a secured and permanently affixed-to-the-ground structure with no displays or goods outside the structure which will distract motorists. Such temporary use shall not cause traffic congestion or create a nuisance to surrounding property.

5.c.3.

Limitations on Renewal and Revocation of Permits: All permits for temporary uses may be renewed no more than one time within one calendar year, provided that it is determined that the said use is clearly of a temporary nature. Any temporary use that in the judgment of the Zoning Administrator is creating a nuisance or is disruptive to the surrounding properties will have its temporary permit revoked, and shall receive ten (10) days notice of such action.

5.c.4.

Removal of Temporary Use: Structures from which the temporary use is operated shall be removed from the site after the temporary use permit has expired.

5.c.5.

Parking and Access Requirements: A minimum of five (5) off-street parking spaces shall be required for any one temporary use per parcel. The Zoning Administrator at his/her discretion may require additional off-street parking in concert with the off-street parking standards established in Article 8, Section J, if such standards require more parking spaces by land use category. Ingress and egress to the site shall be clearly marked. The parking area shall be a dust-free surface of asphalt, crushed rock, concrete or other surface approved by the Zoning Administrator.

5.c.6.

Permitted Temporary Uses: The following temporary uses (and no other) may be permitted by the Zoning Administrator subject to the conditions met in 5.c.1. through 5. above:

a.

Carnivals or circuses for a period not to exceed twenty-one (21) days upon the approval of the Sumter City Council or the Sumter County Council as the case may be;

b.

Religious meetings in a tent or other temporary structure in industrial, commercial, or agricultural zones, for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days;

c.

Open lot sales of Christmas trees, in the NC, GC, LI, and HI, districts for a period not to exceed forty-five (45) days;

d.

Fire cracker stands in the NC, LC, GC, or industrial districts for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days;

e.

Contractor's office and equipment shed, in any district, for a period covering a construction phase of a project not to exceed one (1) year, provided that such an office be placed on the property where the construction is to occur;

f.

Temporary retail sales stands in the NC, LC, GC, and Industrial districts for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days, provided that:

1.

The sales stands are structures that are permanently affixed to the ground;

2.

They are accessory to the principal use on the property;

3.

The sales stands are located within the buildable area of the property;

4.

Powered or non-powered vehicles cannot be used as a temporary retail sales stand;

5.

Seating accommodations may be permitted for no more than fourteen (14) people;

6.

Any sign used must be in full compliance with Article 8, Section I of this ordinance.

Note—(Non-profit and government-sponsored events that last less than one (1) week are exempt from items 1, 2, and 4 above);

g.

Portable classrooms shall be permitted in any district for cultural facilities, community facilities, and educational facilities, or religious complexes, for a period not to exceed one (1) year, provided that the structures are located behind the principal building(s). Mobile homes may not be considered portable classrooms. Rear and side yard setbacks for the appropriate residential districts shall be maintained;

h.

Mobile homes may not be allowed as a temporary use, except under the following conditions:

1.

Caretaker Mobile Home - In order to provide continuous security for commercial and industrial uses as long as occupancy is limited to security personnel associated with the principal use. Occupancy may not occur until approved by the Zoning Administrator and a permit is issued:

a.

Security Personnel occupying Caretaker Mobile Home may include the caretaker and his immediate family;

b.

Only one mobile home shall be allowed for each principal use;

c.

The mobile home shall be located in such a fashion as to be generally screened from public view. The Zoning Administrator shall determine the acceptability of the screening;

d.

Two off-street parking spaces shall be provided for the mobile home;

e.

The mobile home shall be located on the premises only as long as the principal use occupies the site;

f.

The temporary permit must be renewed annually.

2.

Construction Site Trailers - A mobile home may be located at a major construction site for the temporary use of a watchman, supervisor or other construction personnel; provided that:

a.

The trailer must be located on or immediately adjacent to a major construction site;

b.

The trailer may be located at the site during the period of construction;

c.

A temporary permit is renewable semi-annually.

3.

Temporary Office Trailer - An establishment which is expanding, rebuilding, or remodeling, and is located in a commercial or industrial zone may obtain a Temporary permit, subject to the following conditions:

a.

The trailer cannot be the principal building. The trailer must be an annex to a pre-existing structure wherein the primary activity of the establishment is customarily conducted;

b.

The trailer must be located on the property at a site which is furthest removed from public view. The Zoning Administrator will review and approve the proposed site of the trailer;

c.

The temporary permit is renewable quarterly and is restricted to a maximum of duration of nine months.

i.

Portable on Demand Storage (PODS), sea vans, etc: Defined as portable storage and/or warehouse units that can be acquired on demand and dropped off for either commercial or residential use.

1.

Residential Use:

a.

A maximum of two (2) temporary storage units.

b.

Normally placed in side or rear yard only. However, may be placed in front yard if side and rear are not accessible (without impacting safety - sight triangles or emergency response access).

c.

Setback of 5 ft. from property lines. No minimum spacing between units and/or structures.

d.

Maximum dimensions of 8 ft. width, 40 ft. length, and 9 ft. height, and 2880 cubic ft. volume.

e.

Limited to 90 days with one 90 day renewal in calendar year.

f.

A Temporary Use permit is required.

g.

Exclusion: All construction sites with active permits or public school construction sites may place all storage units as needed on the site without restrictions or permits. Units must be removed not later than seven (7) days after the CO or Letter of Completion are issued. This does not apply to any office units temporarily on site for construction.

Note—(Units may not create any safety issues for sight triangles or emergency response access.)

2.

All other Districts - GC, NC, LC, PD, LI, HI, AC, AC-10, CP, CBD, (City), MUI (County):

a.

No limit on number or size.

b.

5 ft. setback from all property lines except 25 ft. for abutting property line with a residential use.

c.

No minimum spacing.

d.

No permit required except when placed in front/secondary front setback areas. May only be placed in these areas after demonstrating need for front placement. Permit is for 90 days and may have one renewal in a calendar year.

e.

Placement may not create a safety hazard especially for sight triangles and emergency access.

f.

Exclusion: All construction sites with active permits or public school construction sites may place all storage units as needed on the site without restrictions or permits. Units must be removed not later than seven (7) days after the CO or Letter of Completion are issued. This does not apply to any office units temporarily on site for construction

Note—(Units may not create any safety issues for sight triangles or emergency response access.)

5.c.7.

Allowed Temporary Uses: Within designated "Farmer's Market" areas, individuals may sell produce (fruit and vegetables) grown by the seller or a member of the seller's immediate family or household from roadside-type stands or personal vehicles. No permit is required as long as all sales are conducted within the designated area. NO WHOLESALE/RESALE WILL BE PERMITTED. Sumter County Council will designate parcels within commercial and industrial districts recommended by the Planning Staff as Farmer's Market areas with the concurrence of the property owner. Sales may only be conducted during daylight hours. Any other temporary retail sales must comply with section 5.c.6.f.

5.c.8.

Outside Storage: No outside storage (which shall include in its meaning "outside display") shall be permitted in a PO district. Outside storage of merchandise which is for sale, exclusive of non-useable merchandise i.e., salvage or junk, shall be permitted in NC, LC, GC districts. Outside storage shall be permitted in the LI and HI districts provided that such storage is located behind the principal structure. However, outside storage where allowed by district regulations may not be permitted in any bufferyards, or parking areas.