On showing compliance with the requirements of this chapter the owner or occupant of a commercial or business property abutting State Highway 31 may obtain, as applicable, an annual license for the display of goods and merchandise outdoors.
(A) License requirements. The license shall not be issued unless the applicant establishes:
(1) The specific area in which the display will be made;
(2) A limited list of goods or merchandise that will be displayed;
(3) The display will not result in any increased hazard, safety risk or inconvenience to pedestrian or motor vehicle traffic;
(4) The display will not be inconsistent with establishing or maintaining a business and shopping area that is attractive to the shopping public;
(5) The goods or merchandise are of a type and material that will not decay, rust or deteriorate during the time it is displayed outdoors; and
(6) The goods will be displayed, stored, organized and managed in a manner and according to a plan approved by the City Administrator or Council.
(B) Compliance. The application for any license pursuant to this section shall also establish that the sale will be maintained and conducted in full compliance with each of the terms, provisions and conditions set forth in § 112.19. Any license or permit issued pursuant to this section may be suspended by the City Administrator, or suspended or revoked by the City Council, if the licensee fails to remain in compliance with the requirements of this chapter, including, but not limited to, the requirements of division (A) above and § 112.19.
(C) Appeal. Any person making application for a permit under this section may make a written appeal to the City Council from a denial of a permit or from any standard or plan requirement pursuant to division (A)(6) above. The City Council shall hear and decide any such appeal within 30 days. The decision of the City Council shall be final and non-appealable.
(Ord. passed - -2003)