§ 14-416. Permitted temporary uses – Tents.

(a) Commercial districts.

(1) Tents within commercial districts are permitted for no longer than 14 days and must be in conjunction with a special event or a use located on the same lot. Tents must be removed within 2 days of the end of the event for which it was erected, but in no case may a tent be in place for longer than 14 days.

(2) Every tent must comply with the bulk requirements applicable to accessory structures. Additionally, the Zoning Administrator may restrict the size and location of a tent or tents if the Zoning Administrator determines that they create parking or access problems on the site.

(b) Residential districts.

(1) Tents within residential districts are limited to a period of not more than 5 consecutive days and must be located in the rear yard.

(2) Tents within residential districts are exempt from temporary-use permits.

(3) These include tents used for entertainment or assembly purposes.