Chapter 17.83 — TEMPORARY OCCUPANCY OF MOBILE HOMES AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

The purpose of this Chapter is to provide for and regulate occupancy of mobile structures for residential and/or business purposes when the mobile structure is not secured to a permanent foundation.

(Ord. 823-2016 § 30 (part), 2016)

Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary in this Title, a mobile home or recreational vehicle as both are defined in Chapter 17.04 of this Title may be occupied in all zoning districts, even though not secured to a permanent foundation, subject to the provisions of this Chapter.

(Ord. 823-2016 § 30 (part), 2016)

A mobile home or recreational vehicle located on private property may be occupied as a residence in residential zoning districts subject to the following conditions:

• A. A permit-for such use is obtained in the manner described in this section.

1. An administrative permit authorizing occupancy for a period of thirty (30) days may be issued by the planning department. The administrative permit may be extended on a month-to-month basis by the planning department for a period of time not to exceed ninety (90) days.

2. Approval of a use permit in accordance with the procedures set forth in Chapter 17.03 shall be required for occupancy of a mobile home or recreational vehicle for any consecutive period of time which is longer than ninety (90) days.

B. Occupancy of the mobile home or recreational vehicle is restricted to a close friend, or a relative of persons who reside at or own the site for which a temporary permit is approved.

• C. No rent is charged to the occupant of the mobile home or recreational vehicle.

D. The placement of the mobile home or recreational vehicle shall not be subject to additional site requirements of Chapter 17.78. Five foot setbacks from all property lines should be provided when possible. Certain site requirements may be required to mitigate potential adverse impacts upon neighboring residences.

E. The mobile home or recreational vehicle shall be connected to City sanitary facilities and other utilities as a condition of approval of residential occupancy for a period of time greater than six (6) months. (Ord. 823-2016 § 30 (part), 2016)

A. The approved use permit to allow a temporary mobile home shall be reviewed annually in the month of September by the Planning Commission. City staff shall render a report of the status of each permit to the Planning Commission and shall place such items on a consent agenda. Approved use permits for temporary mobile homes which were granted less than six months prior to the September review will be reviewed the succeeding year.

B. The use permit shall expire immediately if the person(s) residing in the mobile home or the primary residence for any reason move(s) to another location or is (are) deceased. In such instances, the temporary mobile home shall be removed within one hundred twenty days. In the event the mobile home is not removed within the one hundred twenty days, the City may remove the mobile home and store it at the owner's expense.

C. The applicant shall consent to placement of lien on both the mobile home and real property in the event that the mobile home is not removed upon City demand as provided in this Chapter.

D. The use permit may be revoked if any of the terms and conditions of such permit are violated or if any acts or omissions of the permittee in connection with the use authorized by the permittee constitute a public nuisance. (Ord. 823-2016 § 30 (part), 2016)

Subject to the provisions of Section 17.83.060, a mobile home or recreational vehicle may be temporarily located and occupied in a non-residential zoning district for the purposes described in this section, except that camper shells may be occupied only when attached to the transporting vehicle:

A. For purposes of conducting business on a lot zoned for such use and upon which a permanent structure is constructed, provided that the permanent structure has been damaged and cannot be reoccupied until repairs or reconstruction are complete.

B. As a residence for security purposes on a lot zoned for commercial or manufacturing uses. (Ord. 823-2016 § 30 (part), 2016)

A. An administrative permit authorizing occupancy of the mobile home or recreational vehicle in a non-residential zoning district shall be obtained within five working days after a mobile home or recreational vehicle is moved onto a lot and is occupied and will continue to be occupied without being attached to a permanent foundation.

B. The permit may be issued by the Planning Director, with appeal to the Planning Commission. An application for a permit shall be accompanied by a written statement supporting the need for the requested occupancy.

C. The permit shall be valid for a period of three months, and may be renewed once by the Planning Director for another three months. Additional renewals shall require approval of the Planning Commission, and shall be based upon evidence of good faith effort to eliminate the need for occupying mobile structures which are not attached to a permanent foundation.

(Ord. 823-2016 § 30 (part), 2016)

A. One mobile home may be temporarily located on a lot where a permanent dwelling is under construction, providing the applicant for the mobile home obtains a temporary use permit approved by the zoning administrator which shall be valid for one year from the date of issue. Occupancy of the mobile home shall be confined to those persons who intend to reside in the dwelling under construction providing that location of the mobile home conforms to all site requirements and meets all City building health and safety codes applicable to the zone in which the mobile home is located, except for conditions exempted herein.

B. A temporary tract office in any district shall be located on the property to which it is appurtenant. A conditional use permit may be granted which shall be limited to a six-month period. At the expiration of the use permit the

applicant may request a further six-month extension of time. Otherwise, within thirty days of the expiration of said permit, said tract office shall be removed at the expense of the owner.

• C. A mobile or modular structure may be occupied on a lot without being placed on a permanent foundation, provided that:

1. The structure is to be used in conjunction with a school or day care facility.

2. The structure will be removed from the site for a portion of each year.

3. A building permit must be obtained for each annual installation and removal of the structure.

4. Each annual installation of the structure must be consistent with whatever building codes are in effect at the time of installation.

• (Ord. 823-2016 § 30 (part), 2016)