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2. Temporary Structures Commentary and Code Language. This section introduces new requirements into the Zoning code addressing temporary structures. No regulations currently exist. As an underlying application of zoning regulations, when a particular use is not listed in the code, it is presumed to be prohibited by definition. The issue for these structures is that they are routinely used in various situations presumed to be commonly accepted. Thus, these regulations seek to create the allowance within specific parameters for each type of temporary structure. Essentially, the regulations in (A) establish an allowance for tarps and tents on residential property for garage sale uses, limiting the allowance to 3 – 3‐day periods per year. No permit would be required, but the location and duration requirements would apply. Subsection (B) adds an allowance for the use of such structures for “Celebratory Events”, with an additional time limitation. This latter category of use would apply to all zoning districts, with the exception that the public areas of the city would not be restricted by the time and date requirements. Subsection (C) carves out an allowance for temporary greenhouses on residential property for periods of up to 6 months, and generally exempts these structures from the other requirements for residential accessory buildings. Structures existing for more than 6 months would be considered permanent structures (for both zoning and building code purposes) and would have to comply with the regulations applicable to any accessory structure. Subsection (D) creates an allowance for temporary construction‐related structures (such as office trailers and similar buildings), limiting their use to the period during which an active building permit is in place. Finally, Subsection (E) establishes regulations for the use of portable restroom facilities, currently unregulated as well. The proposed language intends to create rules for access, location, and managing visibility of these facilities, with the expectation that they are placed in as inconspicuous location as possible, and require screening on commercial construction sites. The Planning Commission reviewed this language, and made additional recommendations related to visibility, particularly with the requirements for portable restroom facilities. The Code Committee, in response to comments, created a carve‐out to allow front‐yard locations with limited encroachment into the front yard areas. The idea is to accommodate those parcels that need alternative locations, but to ensure that any impacts of such structures are limited to the site where they are being employed, as much as possible. § 152.190 TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND USES. Temporary Structures: The following temporary uses and structures shall be allowed in all zoning districts unless specified otherwise, provided such use or structure complies with the regulations of the zoning district in which it is located and all other applicable provisions of this Title. Where the general standards of the