17.75.030 Residential Tract Sales and Rental Office
Temporary real estate offices, to be used solely for the first sale of homes or the first rental of apartments in projects of twenty (20) or more units within the same development, may be established within the area of an approved Tentative Tract subject to the provisions of this Section.
   (a)   Permitted Structures and Facilities
      (1)   Model homes in compliance with the Zoning Code applicable to the properties that are being sold.
      (2)   Temporary sales office buildings.
      (3)   Garages, attached and detached, in compliance with the Zoning Code applicable to the properties that are being sold.
      (4)   Accessory buildings and structures in compliance with the Zoning Code applicable to the properties that are being sold.
      (5)   Temporary and permanent fencing, walks, and structural amenities.
      (6)   Temporary vehicle parking and maneuvering areas to provide off-street parking as necessary for employees and guests.
      (7)   Temporary vehicle accessways.
      (8)   Streets and driveways which will be part a permanent of the residential project.
      (9)   Recreational facilities which will be a permanent part of the residential project.
      (10)   Temporary playgrounds, parks, and other recreational amenities, provided they are clearly identified as “Temporary Facilities for Display Only.”
   (b)   Any approving action shall include those conditions and requirements deemed to be necessary or advisable to protect the public safety and the general welfare and adequate guarantees that the structures and facilities will be removed or made consistent with applicable zoning regulations within ninety (90) days after the expiration of the permit. In addition to those findings required for the approval of an application, any approving action for a temporary real estate office shall also include the following findings:
      (1)   That the access, parking, and circulation facilities will not result in excess traffic congestion or traffic safety hazards.
      (2)   That the operation of the real estate office and associated activities will not conflict with adjacent and nearby residential uses.
   (c)   Time Limitation
      A Temporary Use Permit application for a temporary real estate office may be approved for a maximum time period of two (2) years from the date of approval. At the end of the two (2) year period, the use must either be terminated or the permit re-applied for.