Chapter 8.21 — STORAGE CONTAINERS

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Storage containers includes sea, train, truck trailer and other similar types of self-contained cargo containers.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.010; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002)

Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, cargo type storage containers shall be prohibited within the city limits in all residentially zoned area with the exception of RM (residential mobile home) zones.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.020; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002; Ord. No. 510, § 1(part), 2004)

Subject to the provisions contained in this chapter, storage containers may be permitted in nonresidential zones and RM (residential mobile home) zones pursuant to the conditional use permit process. The conditional use permit process shall review the following limitations as well as others deemed appropriate:

A.

The appropriate number of allowable units for the lot;

B.

Appropriate location so as to minimize any negative impacts on the neighboring properties;

C.

Exterior treatment of the containers;

D.

Any utility connections, if requested.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.030; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002; Ord. No. 510, § 1(part), 2004)

A.

In no event shall placement of storage containers cover, block or otherwise impact required or existing parking or impact circulation and emergency access to or on the site.

B.

Storage containers shall not be stacked on top of each other.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.040; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002)

Signage, except for safety designation, will not be allowed on storage containers, unless permitted by the conditional use process.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.050; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002)

The public works department may issue temporary permits on any parcel when a determination by the department is made that an emergency has arisen at the location and temporary placement of a storage container would aid in resolving the emergency. The types of emergencies contemplated include such situations as fire or flood damage to a permanent facility requiring temporary storage.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.060; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002)

Temporary placement of storage containers for construction uses may also be approved by the public works department. Such temporary use may be authorized during construction. Such temporary use shall only be allowed in conjunction with a valid building permit and the use shall be terminated prior to the issuance of a final occupancy permit.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.070; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002)

Storage containers which are approved under sections 8.21.060 and 8.21.070 are exempt from the conditional use permit process.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.080; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002)

Placement of storage containers as provided for in this section shall comply with permanent structure building and safety requirements.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.090; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002)

Any storage containers not in compliance with the provisions of this section is hereby found and declared to be a public nuisance and violation of the provisions of this section shall be an infraction. The city attorney is hereby authorized to proceed by all appropriate legal proceedings to enjoin such violation or abate the nuisance.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.100; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002)

Any storage container existing within the city prior to the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived shall be considered a nonconforming use. Such storage container shall either:

A.

Be removed from the city within two years of the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived; or

B.

Be brought into conformance with the provisions of this chapter within two years of the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived, in which case the owner of the storage container shall apply for and obtain a conditional use permit within two years of the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived.

(Code 1985, § 8.21.110; Ord. No. 499, § 1, 2002)