§ 20-9. Use of canopies

The use of canopies is limited to residential properties and commercial zones or uses as specified herein. A conditional use permit is required for any use not designated in this section. For the purposes of this provision, a canopy is defined as a canvas covering or other durable fabric such as denim or polyvinyl, that is designed for use or custom fitted over a metal frame or a frame constructed from some other sturdy material, excluding umbrellas, and used for protection, shade, or shelter from the elements and open on at least one side.

(a) Nonresidential properties:

(1) Car washes and motor vehicle detailing businesses. A maximum of one (1) canopy is allowed on the same premises and in conjunction with a legally established car wash or motor vehicle detailing business provided it complies with all of the following standards:

a. The canopy shall not exceed twenty-five (25) feet by fifty (50) feet in dimension and fifteen (15) feet in height.

b. The canopy shall not be located in any required street or landscape setback area or interfere with the parking lot access and/or vehicular circulation.

c. The canopy shall cover no more than five (5) standard size parking spaces, as defined in Title 13 of this Code.

d. No signage, decals, logos or advertising of any nature shall be allowed on the canopy.

e. The frame of the canopy shall be safely secured to the ground in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.

f. No electrical wiring and/or lighting, whether permanent or portable, shall be attached to the canopy.

g. The area under the canopy shall only be used for motor vehicle detailing and the temporary parking of operative motor vehicles for services associated with either the car wash or detailing business.

h. The canopy shall be maintained in good condition, and shall be removed, cleaned, or replaced if torn, faded, or dirty.

i. Canopies covering an area of four hundred (400) square feet or larger require issuance of a fire permit.

(2) New and/or used motor vehicle dealerships. A maximum of two (2) canopies are allowed in conjunction with a legally established new and/or used motor vehicle dealership, provided the canopy(s) complies with all of the following standards:

a. The canopy(s) shall not exceed fifty (50) feet by one hundred (100) feet in dimension, with an aggregate total of five thousand (5,000) square feet in area and shall not exceed twenty-five (25) feet in height.

b. The canopy(s) shall be located within the automobile sales display or service area, and the canopy(s) shall not be located in any required street or landscape setback area or interfere with the parking lot access and/or vehicular circulation.

c. No signage, decals, logos, or advertising of any nature shall be allowed on the canopy.

d. The area under the canopy shall only be used for the temporary parking of operative motor vehicles that are on the premises in conjunction with the business.

e. The frame of the canopy shall be safely secured to the ground in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.

f. Any attached electrical wiring and/or lighting, whether permanent or temporary, shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Uniform Electrical Code.

g. Automobile mechanical repair is prohibited under a canopy or on any open parking area. Motor vehicle detailing, not including mechanical repair, is an acceptable use under a canopy.

h. The canopy shall be maintained in good condition, and shall be removed, cleaned, or replaced if torn, faded, or dirty.

i. Canopies covering an area of four hundred (400) square feet or larger require issuance of a fire permit.

(b) Residential properties: Any canopy located on a residential property shall be partially or wholly screened from the public right-of-way by either a building and/or solid, opaque wall or fence that is a minimum six (6) feet in height. The canopy shall be maintained in good condition and shall be removed, cleaned, or replaced if torn, faded or dirty.

(Ord. No. 13-04, § 1, 10-1-13 )