1261.06 TEMPORARY USES SUBJECT TO ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL.

   The following temporary uses and structures are permitted in any zoning district if they meet the requirements of this Zoning Ordinance as determined by the Zoning Administrator:

   A.    Christmas Tree Sales Lots, provided that:

      1.    The use is located on a lot that fronts a collector or arterial street.

      2.    The use is located on a vacant lot or parking area.

      3.    The trees are located at least fifty (50) feet from any structure on another lot.

      4.    Trees remaining on hand after December 25 shall be removed from the premises no later than December 31 of the same year.

      5.    Outdoor lights shall require an electrical permit from the Shaker Heights Building Department.

      6.    No signs shall be erected accessory to the Christmas tree sale.

   B.    Construction trailers, equipment storage sheds and portable lavatories provided that:

      1.    The trailer, shed or portable lavatory is incidental to construction.

      2.    The trailer, shed or portable lavatory is located on the same lot as the construction or on an abutting lot.

      3.   The trailer, shed or portable lavatory shall remain on the property no longer than the time of construction.

      4.    The trailer, shed or portable lavatory will be located no closer than twenty (20) feet from any public street or any other property located in a residential district.

      5.    Any sign located on the trailer shall be considered the Construction Sign permitted pursuant to 1261.06.F below.

      6.    All such trailers, sheds or portable lavatories shall comply with all applicable codes.

   C.    Tents, provided that:

      1.    The applicant shall show proof of a tent permit acquired from the Shaker Heights Fire Department and a Certificate of Insurance.

      2.    All tents shall be erected pursuant to the requirements of Article 19 of the BOCA Fire Prevention Code and Section 624 of the Shaker Heights Building Code.

      3.    All tents shall be constructed of fire-retardant material and erected securely. Guy wires, stakes, or other supports shall be clearly marked and secured.

      4.    Tents shall be erected in the rear yard only.

      5.    Tents shall require a setback of at least ten (10) feet from side and rear property lines.

      6.    Lighting or other electrical equipment shall require an electrical permit from the Shaker Heights Building Department.

      7.    Tents shall be erected for no longer than ten (10) days, except as otherwise provided by the Zoning Administrator.

   D.    Art, Craft and Book Sales and similar uses as determined by the Zoning Administrator.

   E.    Sidewalk Sales.

   F.    Construction Signs pursuant to Chapter 1250, Sign Regulations.

   G.    Construction fences, provided that:

      1.    The construction fence shall extend no closer to the street right-of-way than twenty (20) feet in front of building setback line, nor encroach on the street right-of-way.

      2.    The construction fence shall be of a dark, neutral color.

      3.    The construction fence shall be a maximum of six (6) feet tall.

   H.    Dumpsters, provided that:

      1.    Temporary construction dumpsters shall be located in the rear yard during active construction only.

      2.    The Zoning Administrator can approve another location if placement in the rear yard is not practical.