11.06.190 Moving of Homes

The legal moving of a dwelling from one location to another is defined and permitted as follows: Dwellings, which have had prior use, shall be permitted within all zones in which dwellings are permitted when approved by the Town Council, subject to the following conditions: A. An application has been filed with the Town Council containing the following information: 1. Location and address of both the old and new sites. 2. Plot plan of the new site, showing adjacent lots on all sides of the property and indicating all structures and improvements on said lots. 3. Plans and specifications for the proposed improvements at the new location, including plans for landscaping treatment. 4. Certification by a licensed structural engineer that the structure is sound enough to be moved shall be provided to the Building Inspector and a site plan and other documents showing that the condition, location, and use of the building will comply with the Land Use Title and all other applicable codes and ordinances. B. The Town Council finds: 1. That the building will have no appreciable detrimental effect on the living environment and property values in the area into which the structure is to be moved. 2. That the building is in conformity with the quality of buildings existing in the area into which it is proposed to be moved. 3. That said building and the lot on which the building is to be located will conform to the requirements of the Land Use Title and other applicable sections of the Municipal Code. 4. That the location on the lot does not in any substantial way adversely affect buildings or uses on abutting properties. 5. That all landscaping, walkways and masonry work about the premises and the required dedications and improvements for streets and facilities and buildings shall be provided in conformity with the standards of the Town. 6. That a bond or other assurance has been posted as a guarantee that the building and grounds will be improved as stipulated by the Town Council before the building is occupied, and that the vacated site will be restored to a safe and sightly condition. The amount of the bond or other assurance shall be at least equal to the cost of employing a contractor to make the improvement to the buildings and premises as required by the Town Council. 7. Foundations removed.