AGENDA CAPTION:
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Hold a discussion regarding use standards and zoning for outdoor storage and self-storage facilities, and provide direction to Staff.
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Meeting date: March 2, 2021
Department: Requested by Mayor Hughson
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Background Information:
City Council has seen an increase in requests for Heavy Commercial / Light Industrial Zoning in order to accommodate storage uses and facilities. Each request posed unique challenges, however there was a general consensus against the uses permitted in those zoning districts. City Council directed staff to consider a solution for this concern.
The staff recommendation below outlines what staff believes may be the best solution and seeks Council direction to initiate a code amendment.
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Recommendation:
Staff provides the following solution:
• Require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for all storage related uses.
• Defer effective date of Zoning to tie to CUP to ensure no other uses may be authorized if storage is not constructed.
• Outdoor Storage - provide clarification regarding what is considered outdoor storage, accessory use vs. primary use, and standards where the use may be limited.
• Self Storage - provide clarification