Orange County Municipal Code Art. 4.5 Canopies

The use of canopies is limited to commercial zones or uses specified in section 7-1-178 of this Code or as more particularly set out in this article. A conditional use permit is required for any use not designated in that section. For the purposes of this provision, a canopy is defined as a canvas covering or other durable fabric such as denim or polyvinyl, that is designed for use or custom fitted over a metal frame or a frame constructed from some other sturdy material and used for protection, shade, or shelter from the elements and open on at least one side.

(1) Nonresidential properties:

a. Car washes and motor vehicle detailing businesses: A maximum of one (1) canopy is allowed on the same premises and in conjunction with a legally established car wash or motor vehicle detailing business provided it complies with all of the following standards:

1. The canopy shall not exceed 25 feet by 50 feet in dimension and 15 feet in height.

2. The canopy shall not be located in any required street or landscape setback area or interfere with the parking lot access and/or vehicular circulation.

3. The canopy shall cover no more than five standard size parking spaces, as defined in Section 7-9-145.4 of this Code.

4. No signage, decals, logos or advertising of any nature shall be allowed on the canopy.

5. The frame of the canopy shall be safely secured to the ground in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.

6. No electrical wiring and/or lighting, whether permanent or portable, shall be attached to the canopy.

7. The area under the canopy shall only be used for motor vehicle detailing and the temporary parking of operative motor vehicles for services associated with either the car wash or detailing business.

8. The canopy shall be maintained in good condition, and shall be removed, cleaned, or replaced if torn, faded, or dirty.

9. Canopies covering an area of 400 square feet or larger require issuance of a tent permit.

b. New and/or used motor vehicle dealerships: A maximum of two (2) canopies are allowed in conjunction with a legally established new and/or used motor vehicle dealership, provided the canopy(s) comply with all of the following standards:

1. The canopy(s) shall not exceed fifty (50) feet by one hundred (100) feet in dimension, with an aggregate total of five thousand (5,000) square feet in area and shall not exceed twenty-five (25) feet in height.

2. The canopy(s) shall be located within the automobile sales display or service area, and the canopy(s) shall not be located in any required street or landscape setback area or interfere with the parking lot access and/or vehicular circulation.

3. No signage, decals, logos, or advertising of any nature shall be allowed on the canopy.

4. The area under the canopy shall be used only for the temporary parking of operative motor vehicles that are on the premises in conjunction with the business.

5. The frame of the canopy shall be safely secured to the ground in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.

6. Any electrical wiring and/or lighting, whether permanent or portable, attached to the canopy shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Uniform Electrical Code.

7. Automobile mechanical repair is prohibited under a canopy or on any open parking area. Motor vehicle detailing, not including mechanical repair, is an acceptable use under a canopy.

8. The canopy shall be maintained in good condition, and shall be removed, cleaned, or replaced if torn, faded, or dirty

9. Canopies covering an area of 400 square feet or larger require issuance of a tent permit.

(Ord. No. 02-005, § 1, 7-23-02)