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Riverton council approves ordinance allowing limited temporary commercial uses on vacant residential lots along major arterials; 60‑day permits and revocation 권
Summary
After public comment and debate over fireworks stands, parking and safety, the council adopted an ordinance allowing temporary commercial uses on vacant residential parcels that front major arterial roads with a staff-issued permit valid for a single 60‑day period; the vote was 4–1.
The Riverton City Council voted 4–1 to adopt an ordinance permitting limited temporary commercial uses on vacant, undeveloped residential lots that have direct access to major arterial roads, subject to a staff-issued permit and conditions meant to reduce impacts on nearby homes.
Jason, a planning staff member, told the council the draft ordinance restricts temporary commercial activity to residential lots with direct access to a major roadway (examples include Redwood and 126) and references existing standards on lighting, noise, access and parking. Jason said the draft permits staff‑level review and that the permit is valid for a single 60‑day period; future uses on the same lot would require a new permit. He also said permits may be revoked if the use…
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