§ 22.53. Modified shipping containers.

(a)

Modified shipping containers are permitted in the C1, C2, C3, C3A, CBC, CBOC zoning districts as an accessory structure for a food or beverage service station in conjunction with, and on the same zoning lot with a primary use of an existing bar and/or restaurant;

(b)

Modified shipping containers are not permitted for storage at any time unless such storage is related to furnishing and items associated with the operation of the food or beverage service station;

(c)

A modified shipping container must be removed from the property if not actively being used as a food or beverage service station between April 15 to November 15 for a period of more than thirty (30) consecutive days;

(d)

A building permit and inspection are required. Submittal information shall include manufacture's details and any available information about the potential storage of harmful materials prior to modification. If the structure has been modified significantly, a structural engineer must provide specifications to the building inspector. If plumbing and electric are proposed, all applicable Building Code requirements must be met.

(e)

A modified shipping container must be placed on a hard surface, if additional impervious surface is being added all stormwater requirements must be met;

(f)

A modified shipping container shall be located in rear yard;

(g)

A modified shipping container shall have a five foot setback to rear and side lot lines;

(h)

A modified shipping container shall be no greater than one hundred seventy (170) square feet;

(i)

There shall be no more than one modified shipping container per zoning lot;

(j)

A modified shipping container shall not include signage or be used to display any advertising, excluding menus and other operational messages.

(Ord. No. ZO-08-2019, § 4, 2-19-2019)