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Commission seeks clearer definition for 'temporary display structure' to guide roadside stands
Summary
Members proposed adding a 'temporary display structure' definition (e.g., three vertical sides, removable) to distinguish roadside stands and similar uses from permanent accessory buildings and to avoid conflicts with the permanent‑structure definition.
During the July 28 meeting Kate (S4) raised permitting confusion around roadside stands and asked the commission to add a definition for a 'temporary display structure' to the accessory structures section (255‑22/‑23). Commissioners debated whether the definition should focus on a roof and sides, the presence or absence of a foundation, or removability.
S3 and S1 discussed a practical rule of thumb: three vertical sides or less for temporary display structures, coupled with a removability criterion. Staff (S2) cautioned that any new temporary‑structure language must not conflict with the existing permanent‑structure definition (which typically references foundations). S2 recommended attorney review and asked staff to draft wording that keeps the temporary display standard specific to roadside retail displays.
Next steps: staff will draft proposed text for a 'temporary display structure' that balances a simple physical test (e.g., three vertical sides plus removable) with a removability/foundation clause and submit the draft for attorney Miller’s review.
