Title
Ordinance - An Ordinance of the City of Mansfield, Texas, Amending Title XI “Business Regulations” of the Code of Mansfield, Texas; Creating a New Chapter 117 Establishing Regulations for the Use of Portable On Demand Storage Units; Establishing a Permit for the Placement of Such Units; Providing for the Revocation of Such Permits; Providing for Fees Related to Chapter 117; Providing for the Repeal of All Ordinances in Conflict; Providing a Severability Clause; Providing a Penalty Fine not to Exceed the Sum of Five Hundred ($500.00) Dollars for Each Offense; Providing for Publication; and Providing an Effective Date
Requested Action
Discussion and Consideration of Proposed Ordinance.
Recommendation
Approval of Proposed Ordinance.
Description/History
The City Council has determined that portable on demand storage units are being utilized for extended periods of time despite the fact that such units are intended and designed for temporary use.
Justification
The improper usage, maintenance and placement of these units can impact the overall health, safety and welfare of the City of Mansfield. The adoption of the proposed ordinance would allow for the implementation of regulations for these types of units, with the goals of both allowing a unified standard for these types of units and allowing for ease of compliance for citizens.
Funding Source
N/A
Prepared By
Nicolette Ricciuti,
Director of Regulatory Compliance