Code Section: 156 (h)

Subject: Temporary parking lots in C-3 Districts

Effective Date: 4/91

Interpretation:

   This Section prohibits permanent parking lots in the C-3-O, C-3-R, and C-3-G Districts but authorizes the approval of temporary parking lots as a conditional use for a period not to exceed two years from the date of approval [emphasis added]. The portion of this Section underlined above does not prohibit the Commission from considering a conditional use authorization for a new two-year authorization for the lot, in effect, extending the life of the parking lot. The Commission may review the merits of the new conditional use. However, the intent of the Code is to limit the time parking lots may remain in operation and discourage parking from becoming a permanent use, thus delaying conversion to more productive land uses. Further, the time period for the first authorization begins from the issuance of the first certificate of occupancy.