[Ord. No. 215.040, 2-15-2024]
A.
Definitions. "Shipping containers and storage pods" shall mean any pre-manufactured container typically used for the purposes of shipping or storing goods while in the process of shipping or property transfer.
B.
Shipping containers and storage pods are prohibited to be kept in residential zoned areas of the City for more than forty-five (45) days in any given calendar year.
C.
One hundred twenty (120) days after the enactment of this Section, if the City discovers or it is brought to the City's attention, that there is a container located in a district where it is prohibited, for more than thirty (30) days, the Code Enforcement Officer or Police Officer shall cause written notice by registered mail or by personal service to be served upon the owner of the property on which the container is located. Such notice shall state that the container shall be removed within ten (10) business days of receipt of notice.
If the owner or occupant of the of the property fails to comply with the order to abate and remove the container within ten (10) days from receipt of the notice to abate, the City may have such work done and the cost and expense of such work shall be paid by the owner of the property or may issue a citation where allowable.