Temporary Sales Events

Events are allowed within the C-1, C-2, C-3, and C-4 Zoning Districts upon approval of a Temporary Outdoor Merchandising Event Application (link to application). Please refer to the Zoning Map (link to application) to determine the Zoning District.

A proposed event and any temporary structures to be used in that event must meet all applicable building, fire and electrical codes and adopted appendices and city ordinances.
One event shall not exceed 60 consecutive calendar days. Any combination of events shall not exceed 60 calendar days per site per calendar year. For purposes of this section, shopping centers shall be considered one site and one event shall not exceed 60 consecutive calendar days and any combination of events held at a shopping center shall not exceed 75 calendar days per calendar year.
No merchandise shall be sold which would violate the City’s zoning ordinances.
Temporary structures may be used, provided they will not impair the parking capacity, emergency access or the safe movement of pedestrian and vehicular traffic on or off the site. All temporary structures shall be constructed with materials approved for weather-exposure durability and appearance. All temporary structures shall be removed within 24 hours after the end of the event.
The site shall have adequate off-street parking facilities for the proposed event and adjoining buildings. In multi-tenant buildings, consideration will be given to the parking needs of the other tenants. Handicapped parking spaces or handicapped access must be accessible at all times.
All signs related to the event shall comply with the standards of the zoning district.
Applicant must submit a completed application form to the Planning Department for review and approval.

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