Dixon Municipal Code Ch. 18.25 Temporary Use Permits

This chapter establishes a process for review and approval of certain uses that are intended to be of limited duration of time and will not permanently alter the character or physical facilities of the site where they occur.

(Ord. 24-002 § 5 (Exh. A))

The Community Development Director shall act as the review authority for temporary use permits based on consideration of the requirements of this chapter.

(Ord. 24-002 § 5 (Exh. A))

An application for a temporary use permit shall be submitted at least sixty (60) days before the use is intended to begin, pursuant to DMC § 18.21.020, Application forms and fees.

(Ord. 24-002 § 5 (Exh. A))

The Director must make both of the following findings in order to approve or conditionally approve a temporary use permit application. The inability to make one (1) or more of the findings is grounds for denial of an application.

A. The proposed use will not unreasonably affect adjacent properties, their owners and occupants, or the surrounding neighborhood, and will not in any other way constitute a nuisance or be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, comfort, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the area of such use or to the general welfare of the City; and

B. The proposed use will not unreasonably interfere with pedestrian or vehicular traffic or circulation in the area surrounding the proposed use, and will not create a demand for additional parking that cannot be safely and efficiently accommodated by existing parking areas.

(Ord. 24-002 § 5 (Exh. A))

The Director may impose reasonable conditions deemed necessary to ensure compliance with the findings for a temporary use permit listed in DMC § 18.25.040, Required findings, including, but not limited to:

A. Regulation of ingress, egress, and traffic circulation;

B. Regulation of fire protection and access for fire vehicles;

C. Regulation of lighting and signage;

D. Regulation of hours of operation, staffing, or other aspects of the use; and

E. Removal of all trash, debris, temporary structures and electrical service.

The Director may also require reasonable guarantees and evidence that such conditions are being, or will be, complied with.

(Ord. 24-002 § 5 (Exh. A))

Temporary use permits do not require a public hearing or notice.

(Ord. 24-002 § 5 (Exh. A))

A. Appeals. Temporary use permit decisions are subject to the appeal provisions of DMC § 18.21.120, Appeals.

B. Expiration, Extensions and Revisions. Temporary use permit approval is effective and may only be extended or revised as provided for in Chapter 18.21 DMC, Common Procedures.

C. Revocation. Temporary use permit approval may be revoked pursuant to DMC § 18.21.110, Revocation of permits, if any of the conditions or terms of the approval are violated or if any law or ordinance is violated.

(Ord. 24-002 § 5 (Exh. A))