O-2010-3290 allow shipping containers as accessory structures in (LL) residential, (GC),(BI), and (LI) zoning districts

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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: October 11, 2010 Requested By: Tim Tietiens Department: Planning Report: Resolution: Ordinance: X Exhibits: Ordinance (showing changes) Ordinance Appropriation: N/A Source of Funds: N/A Account Number: N/A Amount Budgeted: N/A Amount Requested: N/A Budgeted Item: SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION City Council has directed staff to assess and make recommendations on standards and specifications for shipping containers when used in the capacity of an accessory structure. Staff reviewed existing and proposed provisions during workshop meetings with the Planning and Zoning Commission. Proposed standards and specifications for shipping containers as accessory structures are as follows: ■ No more than one container, not larger than 350 square feet, may be located at sites in Large Lot (LL) and General Commercial (GC) zoning districts. In the case of Light Industrial (LI) and Business Industrial (BI) zoning districts, 1 container per 3 acres and maximum of 3 containers per site shall be permitted. ■ Overall lot coverage and yard setbacks shall not exceed those applicable to the subject zoning districts. ■ Containers shall not be stacked. • Structure must have a minimum 3/12 pitched composition shingled roof and be covered with hardy plank or other suitable material. The doors may remain uncovered. ■ The building may be placed on the ground without a foundation provided that building is anchored to the ground. ■ Within 30 days of the issuance of a building permit, shipping container shall be enclosed within a building or required components shall be attached to the frame of the container. ■ Failure to comply with these provisions will cause removal of the container from the property at the owner's expense. In addition, shipping containers, as mobile supply tool/material supply storage, would be allowed to a maximum of up to two units at their operating business location provided that the units are screened from public view and from the right-of-way and subject to requirements per Section 106-444 (a) (b) of the City's Code of Ordinances. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at their September 16, 2010, meeting, held a public hearing to receive public comment on shipping containers allowed as accessory structures in Large Lot (LL) residential, General Commercial (GC), Business Industrial (BI), and Light Industrial (LI) zoning districts. The Planning and Zoning Commission, by a 6-0 vote, recommends City Council consider approval of the amendments being proposed.