Discussion and Review of Tiffin Municipal Code Revisions – Preparation for Setting the Public Hearing — Tiffin City Code - DRAFT

CHAPTER 166 ESTABLISHMENT OF ZONING DISTRICTS AND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP 166.17 GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (C-2B). 1. Description of District. The General Commercial District is a high intensity commercial district intended to provide the total service needs of the motoring public using the major highway/Interstate system through and adjacent to the City and to require adequate space provisions to accommodate needs of the motorist. It is further intended to provide areas in close proximity to the major Interstate network and discourage through traffic on minor and local residential streets within the City. This district should be well buffered from low and medium density housing by C-1A C-1B, R-8, R-12. 2. Principal Uses and Structures Permitted. Principal uses and structure permitted shall be identified in Section 166.20. 3. Accessory and Temporary Buildings and Structures. A. Accessory and temporary uses or structures according to the provisions of Section 165.11 and Section 165.25. B. A retailer or community group as defined in Chapter 100 of the Code of Iowa, who possesses and complies with all requirements of a consumer fireworks seller license issued by the State Fire Marshal, may sell consumer fireworks from a temporary structure in this zoning district, but only during the dates and times as allowed under Chapter 100 of the Code of Iowa, and provided there is also compliance with the following: (1) For purposes of Paragraph B, “temporary structure” means a tent, canopy, stand, or similar enclosure that is not permanently affixed to the land, which is not intended for permanent use, and is erected for the sole purpose of retail sales of consumer fireworks. (2) The temporary structure and site plan for the temporary structure and its use must be approved by the Building Official. (3) Proof of a valid and current license, and any additional requirements which are a part thereof, issued by the State Fire Marshal, shall be furnished to the Building Official, with a copy of any application for the license, and any attachments, provided to the State Fire Marshal. (4) Proof of maintenance of commercial general liability insurance required by Chapter 100 of the Code of Iowa shall be furnished to the Building Official. (5) If the retailer or community group does not own the land where the temporary structure is proposed to be located they shall provide proof of consent from all current property owners. (6) The use of the temporary structure may not adversely impact the surrounding area and land uses, which must still comply with all City Code requirements. (7) The temporary structure and its use must comply with all State, federal, and local laws, and regulations. (8) The temporary structure must be removed by July 15 of each year. CODE OF ORDINANCES, TIFFIN, IOWA - 1649 -