Temporary portable storage units are permitted if located on the same zoning lot as the permanent structure subject to the following conditions.
(A) If the temporary portable storage unit is located on a lot with a nonresidential use or zoning district designation for a period exceeding 15 days, the limited site plan review procedures of § 153.046 of this code shall apply.
(B) The maximum size of a temporary portable storage unit shall not exceed 160 square feet of indoor storage.
(C) A maximum of 160 square feet of indoor temporary portable storage shall be permitted per zoning lot in residential zoning districts.
(D) Temporary portable storage units are allowed for a period not to exceed a total of 60 days in one calendar year. Temporary zoning permits shall be required for temporary portable storage units that remain on a property for a time period exceeding 15 consecutive days.
(E) Temporary portable storage units shall not be placed in any right-of-way, retention area, septic field, easement, or on public property and shall not create a site obstruction for any vehicular or pedestrian traffic.
(F) Temporary portable storage units shall conform to the accessory structure requirements contained in this chapter.
(G) The maximum area of a temporary portable storage unit dedicated to signage shall be limited to 27 square feet per side or 58 square feet total.
(H) Temporary portable storage units shall be kept in good condition, free from evidence of deterioration, weathering, mildew, discoloration, rust, ripping, tearing, or other holes or breaks.
(I) Temporary portable storage units shall not be used for the storage of hazardous or flammable substances, live animals, or human habitation.
(J) All vendors providing service related to the transportation of household goods and/or rental/delivery of portable storage containers shall be in compliance with the state’s regulatory laws and licensing requirements through the Public Service Commission. Proof that the liability insurance of the company owning the temporary portable storage unit is equal to the minimum amount required by the Public Service Commission shall be required at the time of permitting.
(K) The regulations listed above in this section shall not apply to temporary storage units that are:
(1) Placed for construction purposes and in conjunction with building permits, which may exceed the permitted time period, as long as the building permit remains active with continuous construction; and
(2) Placed during any period of declared emergency by federal, state, or local official action.
(Ord. 2012-06, § 6.5.16, passed 10-18-2012; Ord. 2013-02, passed 4-18-2013)