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(1) Cargo Containers are not allowed in Residential Zones.

(2) Cargo Containers may be used in Agricultural Zones provided the following conditions are met:

a. The Cargo Container shall be located in the Rear Yard and meet the minimum required setbacks;

b. The Cargo Container shall be painted a solid neutral color such that all insignia, writing, or numbers on the Cargo Container are masked;

c. The Cargo Container is used for storage purposes only;

d. A minimum of one acre is required for each Cargo Container, with a maximum of two Cargo Containers allowed per Lot.

e. Cargo Containers shall comply with all applicable building codes.

(3) Temporary Residential Storage Containers are prohibited in Agricultural and Residential Zones except for moving purposes or construction and remodeling purposes. When a Temporary Residential Storage Container is used, it shall be:

a. Located out of the public Right-of-way,

b. Located on the subject property’s private driveway, unless used for new home construction or remodeling where the storage container may be located anywhere on the subject property provided it is not located on existing Landscaping.

c. Used for a maximum of 2 weeks (14 days) for moving purposes.

(4) Temporary Residential Storage Containers may be used for remodeling and construction purposes for a maximum of six (6) months in conjunction with a valid West Valley City building permit on the subject property.

(5) Cargo Containers may be used for storage in Commercial and Manufacturing Zones as follows:

a. Cargo Containers shall not be stacked on top of one another;

b. Cargo Containers shall be completely screened from view from any public Street through fencing, Landscaping, or Building placement;

c. Cargo Containers shall be located on concrete or asphalt; and

d. A building permit shall be obtained.