Winters Municipal Code Ch. 17.32 Temporary Activity Permits

The purpose of a temporary activity permit is to allow for specified temporary uses of land or buildings in a manner which would not detrimentally impact the immediate area or otherwise create a public nuisance.

(prior code § 8-1.4208(A); Ord. 97-03 § 2 (part); Ord. 2016-10 § 3 (part))

The zoning administrator may approve, conditionally approve or deny a temporary activity permit. No notice or public hearing is required unless determined necessary by the zoning administrator. The zoning administrator may consult with other city departments and agencies, as deemed appropriate, to assist in the consideration of a temporary activity permit application.

(prior code § 8-1.4208(B); Ord. 97-03 § 2 (part))

In order to approve an application for a temporary activity permit, the zoning administrator must ensure that all of the following findings can be made:

A. The proposed temporary activity will be located, operated and maintained consistent with the policies of the general plan, any applicable specific plan and this title;

B. Approval of the temporary activity will not be detrimental to property or improvements in the surrounding area or to the public health, safety or general welfare, including issues of maintaining safe pedestrian and vehicular access, vehicle parking and fire safety;

C. If a temporary activity is permitted for more than sixty (60) days, the applicant must demonstrate the circumstances necessitating the extended duration of the use; and

D. The temporary activity will not create a public nuisance.

(prior code § 8-1.4208(C); Ord. 97-03 § 2 (part))

A. A temporary activity permit shall be valid for specified dates and periods of time, and generally not to exceed sixty (60) days.

B. A temporary activity permit lapses if not used within the specified dates of approval.

C. The zoning administrator may revoke the permit effective immediately upon written notice to the applicant for violation for the terms of the permit.

D. An appeal of a decision of the zoning administrator with respect to a temporary activity permit may be made to the planning commission.

(prior code § 8-1.4208(D); Ord. 97-03 § 2 (part))