3.22 Temporary Uses

3.22.1 Purpose and Objectives The following regulations are provided to accommodate those uses of land or buildings which are temporary in nature and are not, therefore listed as regular permitted or conditional uses in any zone of the Town. The character of these uses is such that proper conditions are required to protect adjacent properties and the general health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Amalga. Any building or structure which does not meet the requirements of this Chapter shall be treated as a permanent land use and shall conform to all required standards of the building, health, fire, zoning, and other similar codes. 3.22.2 Uses Allowed: (a) Uses allowed on a temporary basis in accordance with provisions of this Chapter may include, but are not limited to, the following: carnivals, circuses, fireworks stands, fireworks displays, Christmas tree lots, promotional displays, tents for religious services, revivals, retreats, political rallies, or campaign headquarters. Uses shall be allowed for not more than forty five (45) days duration. (b) A temporary use permit shall not be required for a garage sale, provided that the garage sale shall not operate for more than a total of five (5) days in any calendar year, and shall be conducted by bona fide residents of the premises. Goods for sale shall consist of personal belongings of the residents. Goods offered for sale shall not be placed over a public sidewalk or in a public right-of-way. 3.22.3 Prior Approval Required Prior to the establishment of any of the above uses, or any qualifying temporary use, (except fireworks stands or fireworks displays, permits for which shall be administered by the Fire Department), a temporary use permit must be obtained from the Planning Commission with any conditions specified on the permit as required by the Town. A temporary use permit shall not be construed as a conditional use permit and therefore is not required to meet the notification requirements of this code, however, the application procedure is similar to a conditional use permit in that specific conditions may be required of the applicant and compliance to the conditions and the International Building Code, if applicable shall become necessary to the granting, continuance or administration of the permit. Any application for such permit shall meet any necessary requirements of this code and this section and shall be made by the property owner or his/her authorized agent. The granting of said permit shall require the following findings: (a) That the conduct of the requested use will not have any detrimental effects on adjacent properties and will be in general harmony with surrounding uses. (b) That the requested use will not create excessive traffic or parking hazards on adjacent streets and that traffic control, if necessary, shall be provided at the expense of the applicant. (c) That the applicant shall have sufficient liability insurance for the requested use or event.