This article establishes regulations governing emergency shelters. The City finds it necessary to establish such requirements and criteria in the interest of the public health, safety and welfare.
(Sec. 2 (part), Ord. 14-003, eff. Apr. 17, 2014)
This article shall apply to the establishment of all emergency shelters.
(Sec. 2 (part), Ord. 14-003, eff. Apr. 17, 2014)
(a)
Where Permitted by Right. In zoning districts in which emergency shelters are permitted by right, as indicated in Table 9-3.202, a proposal for an emergency shelter shall be reviewed by the Director, in consultation with the Chief Building Official and Fire Marshal, for conformance with the provisions of this article pursuant to the zoning compliance review procedures in Article 3 of Chapter 7. If the Director determines that the proposal conforms to the requirements of this article, a zoning compliance approval shall be issued. If the Director determines that the proposal does not conform to the requirements of this article, a zoning compliance approval shall not be issued, and the applicant shall be advised as to how the proposal could be brought into compliance. The Director's determination of compliance or noncompliance may be appealed to the Planning Commission pursuant to Article 14 of Chapter 7.
(b)
Where Conditionally Permitted. In zoning districts in which emergency shelters require a conditional use permit, as indicated in Table 9-3.202, a proposal for an emergency shelter shall be considered by the Planning Commission pursuant to the major conditional use permit procedures in Article 5 of Chapter 7. In approving a conditional use permit for an emergency shelter, the Commission may designate reasonable conditions including, but not limited to, those deemed necessary to comply with the standards in Section 9-5.1804. The Commission's decision may be appealed to the City Council pursuant to Article 14 of Chapter 7.
(Sec. 2 (part), Ord. 14-003, eff. Apr. 17, 2014)
Emergency shelters shall comply with all of the following standards:
(a)
Number of Beds. An emergency shelter may have up to sixty (60) beds.
(b)
Waiting Area. A waiting and intake area containing a minimum of ten (10) square feet per bed shall be provided.
(c)
Outdoor Activities: Outdoor activities, including but not limited to on-site waiting, client intake areas, and charitable food distribution, may only be conducted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and shall be screened from public view to the extent feasible.
(d)
Location Requirement. No emergency shelter shall be established within three hundred feet (300') of any other emergency shelter. The distance between any two (2) emergency shelters shall be measured in a straight line, without regard to intervening structures, from the closest property line of each shelter.
(e)
Lighting. Adequate external lighting for security shall be provided.
(f)
Security. Parking and outdoor facilities shall be designed for security for residents, visitors and employees.
(g)
Management Plan. The shelter operator shall have a written management plan including provisions for staff training, neighbor relations, security, screening of residents to ensure compatibility with services provided at the facility, and programs for residents.
(h)
On-Site Staffing. A minimum of one (1) staff member per twenty (20) beds shall be on duty and awake when the facility is in operation.
(i)
Compliance with Federal, State, and Local Regulations. Emergency shelters shall comply with all Federal, State, and local licensing requirements.
(j)
Compliance with Life Safety Regulations. Emergency shelters shall comply with all applicable building, fire, and health and safety codes, including maximum occupancy restrictions.
(Sec. 2 (part), Ord. 14-003, eff. Apr. 17, 2014)