Fort Walton Beach Council agenda — 01-24-12 special ldc — reading text

1,' ul V A WAROn Ilcach 5. 01. 17 Recreation Facilities Recreation facilities, such as tennis courts, playing fields, ball courts, playgrounds, and other similar recreational amenities, are permissible accessory structures and uses in areas zoned for residential use, subject to the following standards: A. Recreation facilities shall be for the private use of residents on the property on which they are located. B. Recreation facilities shall provide for off -street parking in compliance with the parking standards in Section 6. 04.02. C. Recreation facilities shall provide safety fencing to ensure that playing equipment is contained within the recreation site. D. Lighting for security and use of facilities after dusk shall be shielded and directed to avoid direct glare and illumination of residential structures. Lighting shall be limited to the hours from dusk to 10: 00 p. m. 5. 02. 00 TEMPORARY USES AND STRUCTURES 5. 02. 01 Temporary Dwellings One ( 1) on -site manufactured home may be located on a residential construction site as a temporary residence for the owner or builder, subject to the following standards. A. A permit is required for installation of the temporary residence, and shall not be issued until a valid permit has been issued for construction of the principal dwelling. B. The applicant shall connect the temporary dwelling to the City sewer system whenever possible. Where such connection is not possible, the applicant shall demonstrate adequate provisions for sewage pump -out and disposal. C. The dwelling shall be setback from all property lines a minimum of ten ( 10) feet. D. Two ( 2) parking spaces shall be provided on the site to serve the dwelling. E. The temporary dwelling shall be removed within thirty ( 30) days following issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the principal dwelling. F. One ( 1) temporary storage shed may be located on the site to support use of the temporary dwelling, subject to the following standards. 1. The storage shed shall not be installed prior to installation of the temporary dwelling. 2. The storage shed shall be removed not later than removal of the temporary dwelling, or not later than twenty -four (24) months, whichever is less. 3. The storage shed may be relocated as a permissible accessory building for the principal dwelling, subject to the standards of Section 4. 01. 00. 5. 02. 02 Construction and Job Site Buildings and Storage Yards Temporary buildings or uses in connection with a construction project shall be permissible during the construction period. The following standards shall be met by temporary uses established during construction: A. A permit is required. B. Temporary buildings and storage yards shall not be established until a valid building permit has been issued for the construction activity on the site. C. Temporary buildings shall comply with the accessibility requirements of the Florida Building Cade. D. All construction buildings shall meet tie -down requirements for mobile structures. Deretupmrnl 5tand: vdx Psac - 17 Dc¢ mber 14, 2011 Packet Pg. 110  F- 3 .1. a Cnde Fert 44' all on nca' h E. Portable sanitation facilities shall be provided for the construction site. F. Construction buildings, equipment, machinery, and materials shall be removed within thirty (30) days of completion of the construction site for which they are permitted. G. A temporary office may be located on a construction site to be used for administrative functions during construction. H. A temporary office may be allowed for sales functions or sales offices, allowing for the sale, resale, or marketing of dwellings, structures, or property within the development in which it is located, or adjacent developments under the same control. I. If restmoms are provided in the temporary office buildings, the applicant shall demonstrate adequate provisions for sewage pump -out or disposal. J. On -site outdoor storage of equipment and construction materials shall be allowed during the period of construction. Stored materials shall be located at least one ( 1) foot from all property lines. Equipment and materials shall be stored in a safe manner. K. Construction and demolition debris dumpsters are allowable and are not required to be screened. Dumpsters shall not be located to occupy or obstruct required parking spaced, driveways, or aisles. L. Adequate parking shall be provided. M. Additional parking areas shall be designated for construction vehicles, sufficient to accommodate all such vehicles off the public right -of w - ay. N. Location of temporary buildings, parking areas, dumpsters, and storage yards shall comply with the tree protection requirements of Section 4. 08. 04. O. Construction signs are permissible and shall comply with the requirements of Section 5. 03. 00. 5. 02. 03 Roadside and Mobile Vendors A. Applicability Roadside and mobile vendors conducting retail sales or displays are permissible as a temporary use in the MX -I, MX -2, MB, and CG zoning districts in accordance with the standards of this section. B. Temporary uses subject to this section shall not exceed fifteen ( 15) days in any one 1) month. C. A temporary use permit is required according to the requirements of the Florida Building Code. D. Standards for roadside and mobile vendors 1. The applicant shall possess a valid City Business Tax Receipt. 2. The applicant shall have written permission from the property owner and the business owner of the site on which the roadside or mobile vendor is proposed. 3. The applicant shall demonstrate that the proposed use meets all applicable City, Okaloosa County, and State requirements, including, but not limited to a Florida Department of Professional and Business Regulation Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle License and/ or Public Food Service License, if applicable. Proof of an approved Florida Plan Review for hot dog carts and other mobile vendors shall also be submitted, if applicable. 4. The proposed use shall provide sufficient on -site parking. S. The proposed use shall not be located in or block a fire lane. Ocre{ uprnent standards Pagr5 - IN Ilece ud,, 15, 2011 Packet Pg. N1  3. 1. a I IN: 11_ I : md D" M elton Acnch 6. The hours of operation shall be appropriate for the location. 7. The proposed use shall not block or impede any roadway, driveway, accessway, or sidewalk in a way that hinders normal traffic flow or pedestrian traffic flow. 8. The applicant shall demonstrate proper control of sanitation and litter associated with the proposed use. 9. The applicant shall demonstrate that the proposed use includes proper restroom facilities available during all hours of operation. 5. 02. 04 Modular Storage Containers Modular storage containers ( sometimes called storage pods) are permissible temporary 5 structures, provided they are located in compliance with the following standards. a A. A temporary structure permit is required. v B. Location of the storage pod is limited to a maximum of thirty ( 30) days per U installation, renewable one ( 1) time, not to exceed sixty ( 60) days per year. u EE C. The storage pod may be placed on a paved or unpaved surface. When the authorized o location is unpaved, the temporary use permit shall include a condition that grass or landscaping shall be restored upon removal of the unit. m o D. The storage pod may be placed in a required front or rear yard setback, provided that it is setback a minimum of five ( 5) feet. Placement in a side yard shall comply with n the required side yard setback. E. The storage pod shall not be placed within a required casement, required parking space, stormwater management area, or required buffer. P. Placement of the storage pod shall not interfere with or obstruct pedestrian access. G. Placement of the storage pod shall not interfere with the required visibility triangle m standards set forth in Section 6. 03. 00. co mN 5.03. 00 SIGNS N 5. 03. 01 Generally S A. Purpose It is the purpose of this section to provide comprehensive and balanced sign regulations that are consistent with constitutional guarantees, promote business growth and retention, o achieve clear and effective communication in the city' s environment, and which will authorize signs which are: 2 1.