(a) Purpose. The purpose of these regulations is to regulate the use and location of portable storage units. These units are typically known by the names: PODS (Portable On Demand Storage Units), SAM (Store and Move), SmartBox USA, and UNITS. These types of units are typically used for moving, temporary storage during construction and other purposes as may be listed below.
(b) Definition. For the purposes of this section, the term "portable storage unit" shall mean any rentable or leasable enclosed unit of durable construction or material, generally eight feet in width by eight feet in height by seven to 16 feet long, designed for temporary storage, which can be transported by truck, left on site or are filled and removed and stored at a central location.
(c) General Regulations. Portable storage units may be permitted as a temporary use in any zoning district as follows:
(1) Location and timeframe.
A. Temporary use for new construction. Portable storage units are to be removed within three calendar days after the unit is no longer necessary or construction is complete, whichever is sooner.
B. Moving and relocating in residential districts.
1. If used by an occupant of a property for moving or relocating, a portable storage unit shall only be located on a paved surface on the property (e.g. driveway) for a period of not more than seven days or for a period of 14 total days in any 365 day period.
2. Portable storage units shall not be located any closer to an adjacent property than the required minimum side or rear yard setback for accessory uses in the district the unit is located.
C. Commercial and industrial districts.
1. Portable storage units shall not be permitted in any commercial or industrial district for temporary or permanent on site storage unless expressly permitted by the Board of Zoning Appeals.
2. When permitted, a portable storage unit shall only be located on a paved surface on the property for a period of time as determined by the Board of Zoning Appeals.
3. Portable storage units shall not be located any closer to an adjacent parcel than the required minimum side or rear yard setback for accessory uses in the district that the unit is located.
(2) Prohibitions.
A. No portable storage unit shall be used for human or animal occupation.
B. Portable storage units larger than those identified in subsection (b) hereof, shall be prohibited in the City unless expressly permitted by the Board of Zoning Appeals.
C. Only one portable storage unit shall be permitted on the property at any time.
D. No portable storage unit shall be located in a public right-of-way.
E. No electrical or plumbing service shall be connected to or provided in the portable storage unit.
(3) Units must be secured. Portable storage units shall be fully secured at all times including the use of a locking device on the door to prohibit unauthorized entry into the unit.
(4) Public nuisance. The placement of any portable storage unit shall be located in such a manner on any property as not to create a public nuisance such as creating a motor vehicle visibility issue or storing hazardous materials.
(Ord. 2010-29. Passed 7-5-10.)