§ 102-472. Accessory use and structure regulations.

Tents.

(1)

In no event shall a tent or tent-like structure be used as an accessory structure or erected for any purpose.

(2)

Notwithstanding subparagraph (1) above, tents or tent-like structures may, however, be used as a temporary shelter for a specific event of a duration not to exceed five days, if a tent permit for the erection of tent has been obtained from the city at least seven days prior to the event. The city may charge a fee established by resolution of the city council for the issuance of the tent permit required under this subparagraph. No person, location, or entity may be issued more than one permit hereunder per calendar quarter. Provided however, that tents or tent-like structures used by a licensed funeral director or funeral home for funerals shall be exempt from the provisions of this section, and tents or tent-like structures less than 400 square feet in size which are used exclusively for family recreation purposes and not to store property shall be exempt from the permitting requirements of this paragraph but shall not remain standing on a lot or parcel for more than three consecutive days at a time.

(3)

Tents or tent-like structures equal to or less than 400 square feet shall not be required to obtain a building permit prior to usage. Tents or tent-like structures in excess of 400 square feet, as a condition of issuance of a tent permit under subparagraph (2) above, shall obtain a building permit and pass all required inspections.

(4)

Any tent or tent-like structure erected in the city as of the effective date of this section, for which a permit has not been issued, and which has not been exempted hereunder, is declared to be in violation of this section and shall be removed no later than 90 days from the effective date of this section, after due notice.

(Ord. No. 2002-11, § 2, 5-28-2002)