(A) Canopy structures within view of public right-of-way. Canopy structures located within the view of a public right-of-way, which includes any front yard area, side yard and driveway areas, shall be prohibited in all residential zones, with the following exception.
(1) Canopy structures with a projected canopy area of no greater than 200 square feet, a height no greater than eight feet and a length of no greater than 20 feet may be permitted in a rear yard area that is fully screened by fencing or shrubs at least six feet in height.
(B) Canopy structure maintenance. Canopy structures shall be maintained in good condition. Torn fabric and bent or broken support members shall be replaced or repaired as needed. Any structure considered to be in disrepair, as determined by the Director of Community Development, shall be repaired, replaced or removed from the site.
(C) Covering material. Reflective, mirrored-type covering material is prohibited.
(D) Nonconformity and abatement. Any existing canopy shall be deemed nonconforming and is subject to immediate abatement. In no event shall any such structure be permitted to remain. Should the city receive notice of a violation relating to any canopy structure, the property will be issued a notice to completely remove the canopy structure from the site within 72 hours of receiving the notice.
(E) Temporary canopy. A temporary permit may be issued for the placement of a temporary canopy once a year per property, not to exceed a period of five days. Such permit issuance shall be subject to review and approval of the Planning Division.
(Ord. 1346, passed 5-2-12)