Chapter 16.80
CANOPIES
Sections:
16.80.010 Alternate canopy permit available.
16.80.020 Application for canopy permit.
16.80.030 Canopy permit issuance.
16.80.050 Canopy permit restrictions.
16.80.010 Alternate canopy permit available.
Canopies may not be erected unless a canopy permit or a building permit, provided for in Chapter 16.06 BMC, has first been obtained from the building official. (Ord. 38-98 § 2, 1998).
16.80.015 Canopy definition.
A “canopy” is defined to include structures between 100 and 400 square feet in footprint, with metal pipe frames, with a frame of prefabricated metal tubing, or an approved equal, which are substantially open on all four sides with metal, composition or fiberglass roofing material and with tiedowns. A canopy shall be deemed an outbuilding for the purpose of setback regulations. (Ord. 38-98 § 3, 1998).
16.80.020 Application for canopy permit.
To obtain a canopy permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form furnished by the building official for that purpose. The forms shall be similar to the forms used for a building permit application, except that the applicant shall write “canopy” in the permit application section requiring the applicant to identify and describe the work to be covered, and shall attach the manufacturer’s erection instructions to the application. (Ord. 38-98 § 4, 1998).
16.80.030 Canopy permit issuance.
The building official may issue a permit after reviewing the application for completeness, advising the applicant of the setback requirements and the foundation requirements set forth herein, and verifying that the fees set forth herein have been paid. (Ord. 38-98 § 5, 1998).
16.80.040 Canopy permit fees.
The fee for each canopy permit shall be $100.00. (Ord. 38-98 § 6, 1998).
16.80.050 Canopy permit restrictions.
Only one canopy permit may be issued per building lot and canopies shall be subject to the setback requirements provided for in BMC 19.24.130. Canopies shall be inspected in accordance with Chapter 16.06 BMC. No permits shall be issued for canopies with tarps. (Ord. 38-98 § 7, 1998).