HomeMy WebLinkAbout01162018 Planning & Zoning Work Session Packet Seward Planning & Zoning Commission
Camping Code Work Session
January 16, 2018 6:00 I'M City Council Chambers
Contents
I. Draft Camping Resolution: P&Z recommendations.........................................1
2. Draft Camping Code Revision: Citizen recommendations ...............................19
3. Homer Campground Code.....................................................................
34
4. Valdez Campground Code.....................................................................
47
5. Kodiak Campground Code....................................................................55
Color Key:
City Staff in yellow
P&Z Commission in greed
Citizen comments in turquoise
Sponsored by: Staff
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2018-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL
AMEND PORTIONS OF SEWARD CITY CODE TITLES 2, 7, 8, AND 15
TO CLARIFY CAMPGROUND USES, DEFINITIONS, AND
REQUIREMENTS
WHEREAS, members of the public, the Planning and Zoning Commission, and the
Seward City Council have requested a code change to allow for temporary camping on privately
owned lots; and
WHEREAS, in reviewing the city code, staff determined it to be important to better
clarify terms related to camping, both privately or municipally run; and
WHEREAS, from this review, there are changes to proposed to Seward City Code Titles
2, 7, 8, and 15; and
WHEREAS, over the past several years the Planning and Zoning Commission held
several work sessions and provided input relating to camping in general;
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission held public work sessions on June
20, August 29, and September 19, 2017, and January 16, 2018 to review the changes proposed
by staff; and
WHEREAS, the Public Hearing notification process had been complied with for this
resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission that:
Section 1. The Commission recommends Ordinance 2017- attached and
incorporated herein by reference, be forwarded to City Council for enactment, amending portions
of Seward City Code Titles 2, 7, 8, and 15.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of
Seward, Alaska, this XX"' day of Month, 2018,
Seward Planning and Zoning Commission
Resolution 2017-
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Cindy Ecklund, Chair
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Brenda Ballou, MMC
City Clerk
(City Sea])
507486\1002\00628599
P&Z Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: Month XX, 2018
Through: Ron Long, Assistant City Manager �.
From: Brenda Ballou, City Clerk,
Jackie C. Wilde, Planner
Agenda Item: Amending Portions of Seward City Code Titles 2, 7, 8, and 15 to clarify
campground uses, definitions, and requirements
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION:
At the request of the public, Planning and Zoning Commission, and City Council, city staff has
completed a review of portions of the City Code relating to camping and campgrounds in the
City of Seward. Review of the camping code is currently a council approved priority of the
Planning and Zoning Commission. Camping and campgrounds are currently addressed within
Titles 2, 7, 8 and 15 of the City Code.
The Planning and Zoning Commission has held public work sessions to review and update
portions of the City Camping Code.
Upon review, staff determined it important to distinguish between public (municipal-run)
camping, private camping (as a business), and camping on privately owned lots (for no fee) and
to better clarify definitions and terms.
Specific additions, deletions or changes are explained as follows: (Proposed change is indented
and the staff explanation follows)
2.25.065 and 2.25.125, Harbor- and Parks and Recreation Depal-tfraent growers and
duties.
In their research, staff determined the role of providing for the operation, maintenance and
collection of fees for the city camping facilities was mistakenly listed under the Harbor
Department instead of the Parks and Recreation Department. It is recommended to correctly
place this duty under the Parks and Recreation Department's powers and duties. A
recommendation to move the duty of parking management in the Harbor Commercial Zoning
District to 2.25.065 has been included
Title 7.15—Cam rounds Parks and Open Spaces
For clarity and to minimize confusion, staff recommends placing all terms related to public
(municipal) camping in this section, and to refer to city-run campgrounds as "municipal
Planning and Zoning
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campgrounds". Staff also requests to remove and replace the term "Camper" with "persons
camping" so there is no confusion if "camper" means a person or a camping unit. Parks and
Recreation staff requested language to impose fines for failing to self-register.
Title 8.15— Trailers Mobile Home Parks Camper Parks and Camping
It is proposed to use Title 8.15 with regard to those intending to own and operate a private
camper park or mobile home park. For the purposes of this resolution staff did not review
portions of this code pertaining to mobile home parks.
Changes are proposed to clearly define camping units, camper parks, and recreational vehicles.
For Camper Parks, language regarding technical specifications have been either deleted or
simplified.
Articles 5 and 6, pertaining to Camping (generally and on privately owned lots) and Employee
Campgrounds were revised and moved to Title 15 under Planning Land Use Regulations as they
are not associated with camping for a fee (municipal or private).
Title 15.10—Seward Zoning Code
Proposed changes to Title 15 are to elaborate the definitions of campground, separating
municipal and private.
Articles 5 and 6 from Title 8.15 are moved to this section under Land Uses Allowed.
Language was developed to allow for private, temporary camping on privately owned lots for no
fee, as an accessory to a single family home. This allows residents to have out of town guest's
camp on their property, as it is currently not an allowed use.
The Land Uses Allowed table was amended to separate private and municipal camping and has
been added as Title 15.10.226 to better assist public searches on Municode.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
Comprehensive Plan : (2030 Plan approved by Council May 30, 2017)
1. 2.2.8 City Government: Continue to review and update the city X
code.(bullet 2,page 9)
Strategic Plan : (Approved by Council Resolution 99-043)
• Pursue the community's vision through rigorous implementation
2. of the Comprehensive and Land Use Plans X
* Update the zoning code in order to implement the
Comprehensive Plan
Planning and Zoning
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FISCAL NOTE:
No impact to the budget is expected from this code revision.
ATTORNEY REVIEW:
The attached ordinance was submitted to the City Attorney for a cursory review
Seward City Code§15.01.035(c)(2)&(3) provides that the Planning and Zoning Commission
shall hold a public hearing and forward written recommendations to the City Council before the
City Council amends or repeals any land use regulations, or changes zoning or land use
boundaries.
As per City Code §15.01.040 Public Hearings; the public notice requirements were met. At the
time of publishing this agenda, one public request for packet information had been received and
information was provided.
RECOMMENDATION:
The Commission approve Resolution 2017-12, recommending the City Council adopt the
attached Ordinance amending portions of the Seward City Code Titles 2, 7, 8, and 15, relating to
campground uses, definitions and requirements.
Sponsored by: Planning and Zoning Commission
Introduction:
Public Hearing:
Enacted:
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AMENDING SEWARD CITY CODE CHAPTERS 2, 7, S, AND
15 RELATING TO CAMPING REGULATIONS
WHEREAS, regulation of public and private camping is addressed in several sections of
the Seward City Code; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to make all camping ordinances throughout the Seward City
Code consistent with one another; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to amend the camping ordinances for public campgrounds to
clarify fees for public campgrounds and to assist park staff with enforcing ordinances, including
fee collection; and
WHEREAS, Alaska Statutes 18.35 and the regulations adopted in 18 AAC 30.400-.470
establish minimum standards of health and sanitation for the protection of the public health and
welfare in campgrounds; and
WHEREAS, purposes of the camping regulations are to protect the public's health,
safety and general welfare, prevent overcrowding and unsanitary conditions in the City, to
provide a wholesome community environment, adequate public services, to conserve natural
resources, and to provide clean, safe and attractive recreational and tourist facilities; and
WHEREAS, in addition to several work sessions, the Planning and Zoning Commission
held a public hearing and recommended City Council approval of the proposed City Code
amendments at its � meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, HEREBY ORDAINS that:
Section 1. Seward City Code Sections 2.25.065 and 2.25.125 are hereby amended to
read as follows (S eout= deletions, hold italics = additions):
2.25.065. - Harbor department—Powers and duties.
The harbor department shall:
(1) Formulate, recommend and administer policies and procedures pertaining to the
operation of the Seward harbor and its facilities;
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(2) Collect harbor fees and charges and maintain such records as are necessary for the
fulfillment of the department function;
(3) Provide for the enforcement of all city regulations pertaining to the harbor;
(4) Provide for the--opefation,-maintenance f Fees for the eity camping
(4) Provide for the management and enforcement of parking in the Harbor Commercial
Zoning District
(5) Provide other services and duties as directed by the city manager.
2.25.125. - Parks and recreation department—Powers and duties.
The Parks and Recreation Department shall:
(1) Organize various recreational programs for individuals of all ages within the City;
(2) Coordinate recreational activities and programs with the Kenai Peninsula Borough
Community Schools programs and other local recreational entities;
(3) Maintain City recreational facilities;
(4) Provide for the operation, maintenance and collection of fees for the city camping
facilities;
(4)(5) Provide other services and duties as directed by the City Manager.
Section 2. Seward City Code Section 7.15 - Campgrounds, Parks, and Open Spaces is
hereby amended to read as follows (Stfikeeut = deletions, bold italics = additions):
7.15.010. - Camping,generally municipal.
(a) No camping, other than as specified in section 5.15.51015.10.225, shall be allowed within
the City limits except in areas designated as municipal campgrounds by resolution of the
City Council or in private camper parks operating under a permit. "Municipal
campgrounds" means campgrounds owned or operated by the City and designated as
public campgrounds by resolution of the City Council. Fees for camping in desigtiated
pulp municipal campgrounds shall be set by resolution of the City Council. Camping on
private land is subject to Chapter 8.15 and Title 15.10.
(b) In no event shall camping by one party be allowed for more than 14 consecutive days in one
design municipal campground, except that disabled and/or senior citizens age 62 and
over may camp for extended periods of time provided that they first obtain a monthly pass
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from the City. Monthly passes shall be issued only to those individuals possessing a special
permit issued by the City Parks and Recreation Department. Tents or structures of plastic
sheeting, canvas or similar materials are not eligible for monthly passes or special permits.
(c) Persons camping Gampers must be housed in a camping unit. " eamping „„it is dnf;„od
pier-home, fifth. wheeler heeler n ,.' n �.' i tent.
(d) Camping in designated puWie municipal campgrounds shall be allowed between April 15
and September 30 each year, provided, however, that the City Manager may delay modify
the opening of municipal campgrounds until such time as staffing and weather conditions
permit such use. Except for those areas opened for camping by resolution of the council or
stated in subsection (e) below, all 1WAie municipal campgrounds shall be closed to camping
beginning October 1 through April 14, annually.
(e) Winter camping shall be permitted at the-4ditar .a designated municipal campground
c-atnrg area located in Waterfront Park. Winter camping shall not be
allowed in any other pie municipal campgrounds unless specifically authorized by
resolution of the City Council.
(f) Persons camping Campers in violation of this section are subject to citation, eviction and/or
impoundment by authorized personnel. Persons camping Wipers who violate posted
camping regulations may have their camping permits revoked and may be evicted by
authorized personnel. if sueh aetion is „ted eemplaint filed by „arks personnel shall
be eensidered gfettads for. City poliee to issue a eitagE)n oF take etheF apprepFiate-aetion,
Citations or complaints by authorized personnel shall include a complete description
of the violation and any contact between the violator and parks staff.
7.15.020. - Municipal campgrounds, registration and permits.
Municipal campgrounds are designated as self fegistF fee areas. Unless otherwise
posted, persons camping Gamper-s shall self-register and pay the established fees as posted
before occupying a campsite. A valid camping permit must be visibly displayed and attached to
all camping units at all times. Failure to self-register and pay the established fee shall result in
a fine of$50. If fine is paid within ten days, the fine shall be reduced to $25. For the purposes
of this chapter, camping is defined as par-king occupying a reer-eational Vehi^ele camping unit of
A camping unit is defined in 8.15.110.
Section 3. Seward City Code Section 8.15 - Trailers, Mobile Home Parks, Camper Parks
and Camping is hereby amended to read as follows ( eeut = deletions, bold italics =
additions):
Chapter 8.15. - Trailers, Mobile Home Parks, Camper Parks and Camping
Article 1. - General Provisions
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8.15.110. - Definitions.
As used in this chapter the following terms are specifically defined as follows:
Addition. An enclosed structure of conventional construction, or a manufactured home unit,
attached and appurtenance to a mobile home.
homes,
ev a eenverted hearse, bus, station wagon or- panel tniek designed foF use as a tempefary travel
dwelling.
Camper park. A privately owned and operated campground on any " parcel, or adjacent
parcels of land in the same ownership, which is used by two or more camping units eampeF—
travel t.. ;refs of tent
•-s.
Camping unit.A tent or recreational vehicle.
Permit. The license issued for and allowing the establishment and management of mobile
home parks or camper parks as defined in this section.
Recreational vehicle. A vehicle used or intended for short-term occupancy as a temporary
dwelling for travel, recreation, and vacation uses to be used as sleeping quar-ter-S for- human
and which may be driven, towed or propelled from one location to another without change in
structure or design, whether or not the same is supported by wheels or identified by a model,
serial or vehicle registration number. Includes travel trailers, camping trailers, tent campers,
trailer coaches, motor homes, truck campers, buses and similar vehicles.
* x * x
Space. A defined land area in a mobile home or camper park on which a mobile home or
camping unit, tr-avel trailer., ,,,, peF of te:a may be placed and which is described by boundary
lines measured in terms of:
(1) Its depth expressed as a mean distance between the front and rear of the space,
measured in the general direction of the side space lines;
(2) Its width expressed as a mean distance between the side lines of the space, measured in
the general direction of the front and rear space lines.
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Used/occupied. As applied to any land, buildings, mobile home, or camping unit travel
trailer ^r eampef: the words "used" or "occupied" shall be construed to include the words
"intended, arranged or designed to be used or occupied."
8.15.115. - Location.
(a) Mobile home parks!and camper parks, and employee ^awnw^ require a conditional
use permit and administrative permit and are eensidered peFmitted allowed uses per the
Land Uses Allowed Title 15 in R3of AC distriefs, provided they are approved by the
Seward Planning and Zoning Commission planning eeffiniission after public hearing.
Camper parks are eensidered permitted uses in R3 and AC distriets, pf-evided they are
approved by the r.-. 4 laT., - ission
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(b) Mobile home or camper spaces must be located a minimum of 75 feet from any permanent
residence building located outside the park unless separated therefrom by a barrier such as a
right-of-way or a fence or wall at least 36 inches in height.
,
pt!evided they are approved by the Seward planning and zoniRg commission after- publie
8.15.120. - Mobile home park and camper park regulations—Applicability.
(a) All mobile home parks and camper parks within the city of Seward shall be constructed,
operated and maintained in accordance with the standards set forth in this chapter. It shall be
unlawful for any person to own or operate a mobile home or camper park which does not
meet the standards of this chapter.
(b) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as prohibiting the placement of modular or
prefabricated homes in any district where other single-family dwellings are allowed,
provided the homes meet other applicable zoning, setback, and construction code
requirements of the city, Kenai Peninsula Borough and the state.
8.15.125. - Enforcement of chapter; violations and penalties.
(a) This chapter governing mobile home parks and camper parks shall be enforced by the city
eenstl=d building inspector, fire chief and the city clerk.
(b) Whenever a violation occurs, any person may file with the city clerk a complaint in regard
thereto. All such complaints shall be properly recorded and immediately investigated by the
appropriate city official who shall report his findings to the city manager.
(c) For any and every violation of the provisions of this chapter, the owner, agent, contractor,
lessee, or tenant of any premises where such violations exist, or any other person who
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commits, takes part or assists in such violations or who maintains any building or premises
in which any violation shall exist, may be assessed a penalty of not more than $300.00. Each
and every day that such violation continues shall be deemed a separate and distinct violation.
(d) Any structure which is in violation of the provisions of this chapter shall be and the same is
hereby declared to be unlawful and a public nuisance and the city manager shall, upon order
of the city council, commence lawful action to abate or remove such building, structure or
use or to restrain any violation of this chapter.
(e) All remedies provided for herein shall be cumulative and not exclusive.
(f) The issuance or granting of a building permit or approval of plans or specifications under the
authority of the building code shall not be deemed or construed to be a permit for or an
approval of any violation of any of the provisions of this chapter or any amendment thereto.
8.15.130. - Compliance with other laws.
Mobile home parks and camper parks shall be constructed, operated and maintained in
conformance with all applicable state and local statutes, ordinances or regulations.
8.15.140. - Fire prevention.
(a) Every mobile home park or camper park shall be equipped with fire extinguisher(s) as
determined by the Fire Chief. Fire extinguisher(s) shall be accessible to the users of
mobile home park and camper park during all operational periods. a 15 pea,. earbe
office of the person in ehai:ge of the park, No open fires shall be per-mitted at any plae-0
sueh purpose and of a design approved by the fire ehief.
(b) To minimize the possibility of interference with escape in case of fire, the permittee shall
prohibit the parking of vehicles closer than five feet from the door of any service building,
convenience establishment, travel mobile home or eaniper recreational vehicle.
as a 4tel, all gas applianees, fittings, and installations shall eef&Fni te the eity utility eede
mid fire eede Y-equit:effietits (see title , utilities, and ehapter- Y
Are pfeventiei#
(d) Containers for fuel to be used by mobile home, t.-.,.,o' occupants shall be
connected in a leakpreo leak proof manner to the stoves or heaters by copper or other
metallic tubing approved by the construction inspector. Fuel oil containers shall be securely
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fastened in place not less than five feet from any exit and at least two feet from the body of
the mobile home or addition thereto.,
8.15.145. —Recreational vehicles Travel tr-ail and mobile homes outside of parks.
(a) No recreational vehicle tram or mobile home, other than an uninhabited two-wheel
trailer not to exceed twenty feet in length, may be stored on a private lot in residential
districts, except in a subdivision or development where a special fenced-in common area has
been set aside for the storage of recreational vehicles.
(b) On a construction project, a ti-av�1 t , mobile home or recreational vehicle may
be used for temporary living or work space at the project site for a period of 90 days if a
letter application for this use is submitted by the owner or manager of the project, site or
property and is approved by the city construction inspector.
(c) In a mobile home, or recreational vehicle traN,el tFai er or eampe..sales lot, one mobile home
or recreational vehicle, may be used as an office for sales lot
business only.
Article 2. - Permits
8.15.210. - Mobile home park and camper park annual permit required.
(a) No person may construct, operate or maintain a mobile home park or camper park without
first obtaining an annual permit in accordance with this chapter.
(b) The permit shall be issued by the city clerk after investigation and inspection by the city
construction inspector and fire chief.
(c) The annual permit, along with a copy of this chapter, shall be posted in a conspicuous
location on the premises of the mobile home park or camper park at all times.
(d) All mobile home parks, camper parks, or other trailer courts in existence in any area
annexed to the city in the future shall have ninety days subsequent to such annexation to
obtain a city permit.
(e) The city council may by ordinance restrict the total number of mobile home park permits
and camper park permits to be issued.
8.15.215. - Initial permit.
(a) An application for an annual mobile home park or camper park permit shall be submitted to
the city clerk on a form provided by the city. The application shall include the following
information:
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(1) The name and address of the mobile homepark or camper park;
(2) The name and address of the applicant, indicating whether operator or owner;
(3) The name and address of the owner if different from the applicant.
(b) The application shall be accompanied by a dimensional site plan at a scale of one inch to 20
feet showing the following:
(1) The specific layout of mobile home or camping unit, eafflpeF eF travel trade" spaces
setting forth the dimensions of each space;
Article 4. - Camper Parks
8.15.410. - General Provisions.
(a) Camper parks may be established to provide temporary spaces and facilities te-eapers for
t 1, t 1 trailers, rl the.. do 1 eh'
camping units, rcrun��;ixix�vsrrcrccEccirr�oi��'� when used for
touring, vacationing or like transient activities. No vehiele camping unit in a camper park
may remain in the park more than thirty days.
8.15.415. - Spacing requirements.
The requirement for spacing shall be at least ten feet clear space betwcen camping units
r-eer-eational vehieles or tent units.
(Ord. 522, § 2 (part), 1984)
8.15,420. Streets, walkways and storm dFainage.
have a fninimuffl Fighc of way width ef 40 fe4 with a i:nii4muffi sur-faee wi&k of -24 feet, and
other- stfeets fflay haye ight 4 way width of 20 feet with a miaimuni suffaee width
f 14 set.
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8.15.445. - Prohibitions generally.
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(a) No r-eeFeatienal „ohiele or tn camping unit situated in a camper park may be offered for
rent or lease.
(b) No vehicle in a camper park may be rendered immobile except by the unhitching of a
separate towing vehicle, if any. Camper Recreational vehicles may be temporarily tied
down only as required for the safety of the vehicle and the area. Removal of wheels,
skirting, attachment of structures, building or foundations or any other act evidencing
permanency of occupancy shall not be permitted.
815.450. - Registration required.
The owner or operator of a camper park shall maintain a register containing the name and
address of each person occupying the park, a license or identification number and description of
each vehicle occupying the park and the date of each arrival and departure on a form approved
by the city. This register shall be retained for at least three years, and shall be available for
inspection by the city at any time. No person who refuses to register may be granted occupancy
in the camper park foF hifnsel f or his yeh: l .
8.15.455. -Alaska landlord-tenant act inapplicable.
A camper park is not a mobile home park as set forth in AS 34.03.360(3). Structures and
mobile homes within the terms of AS 34.03.360(3) are not permitted in a camper park.
Article 5. --Camping--See §15.10.225
(a) No eamping, other than ai speeified in § 9.19.515 shall be allowed within the eity limits
exeept in areas designated as eampgFeuads by resolution of the eity eouneil or in eampe
parks operating undeF permit. in no event shall eamping by one paFty be allowed for mor-
than fourteen eeRseeutive days in one designated eampgfeund. Ga I i - ' - npeF parks
shall be limited as speeified in �his ehapter. Fees for- eamping in designated eampgrounds
shall be set by resolution of the eity e0uneil. Fees feF ea � * - ' . xate eampeF parks shall
b established t the d t' f the park manager E). . .•He .
may-.
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Camping on privately owned lats outside of- rk OpeffitiHg under per-fflit shall only
he allowed in RR and anzaned distriets (see title 15, planaing and land tise regulation). Sueh
oeeupaney shall be lim-te d t A- A-n ea travel trailer-, eamper- or- tent and shall be f6F f-eer-eatieflal 0
vaeatiening purposes only. Camping as pFevidad in this seetioa shall not eame-eed- 60 days per
ealendar year.
(9Fd. 522, § A), 1984-0}d.539,-1985)
Article G. - Employee Campgrounds-See §15.10.225
8.15.610. Purpose.
employment off t-f-ansie-fit workers, and are not to be eanstrued as No
employee eampgFetind may be epefi for-mer-e than 150 days peF ealendar year-, and may not open
eadiaF than April 15, nor remain aetive later than September 30, exeept by Feselution of the eity
eetineil based on speeifie findings that a longer term, earlier- opening date andlbF later- elosing
or business the eampgfe�md per-mit.
(Ord. 573,, 1986)r
8.15.620. Cartage and refuse
(Ord. 573 1986)
8.15.625. -Sanitary facilities(R) 80pftFRt8 SHRitaff ffic-Bilit-JOIS sh-all be provided fer eaeh sex. Sueh f6eilities shall inelude either
ehaptnr, o provided on the jobs.:te of the employer.
(Ord-573, 1986)
8.15.630.
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ve'Weles, At. tMQ.At_ Vehieles other than these being Hsed for- living aeeaminadafiefis hall not
(Ord. , 19867
Section 4. Seward City Code Section 15.10 Planning and Land Use Regulations, Seward
Zoning Code is hereby amended to read as follows (Seers = deletions, bold italics =
additions):
15.10.140 - Definitions.
A. General interpretation.
B. Specific definitions. (Parenthetical references are for cross-reference only.) In this chapter,
unless otherwise provided or the context otherwise requires:
18. Campground. A plot of ground upon which two or more campsites are located,
established or maintained for occupancy by tents oF ..eeFeatio-, vehicles camping units
as temporary living quarters for recreational or vacation purposes.
a.- Campground, municipal. Campgrounds owned or operated by the City and
designated as public campgrounds by resolution of the City Council.
b. Campground, private camper parks. A privately owned and operated campground
on any parcel, or adjacent parcels of land in the sane ownership, which is used by
two or more camping units.
19. Campground, employee. An area operated by an established business with high
seasonal employment of transient workers as a housing alternative and not construed to
be a construction camp.
20. Camper nark. A privately owned and operated campground on any parcel, or adjacent
parcels of land in the same ownership, which is used by two or more camping units.
21. Camninm unit. A tent or recreational vehicle.
15.10.225 Land Uses Allowed
(a) Table 15.10.225 land uses allowed is incorporated herein by reference and the restrictions contained therein are
mandatory unless otherwise modified by this chapter(See tables at the end of this title.)
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(i) Camping is allowed subject to the following:
(I)No camping for a fee shall be allowed within the city limits except in municipal
campgrounds, as defined in section 7.15, or in private camper parks operating under a
permit, as defined in section 8.15.
(2) Other than permitted camper parks, camping on privately owned lots as an accessory
use to an occupied, single family home is limited to private non-commercial use and for
no fee. Such occupancy shall be limited to one camping unit and shall be for recreational
or vacationing purposes only. Camping as provided in this section shall not exceed 14
days per calendar year.
(j) Employee Campgrounds are allowed in accordance with table 15.10.225 of this chapter
subject to the following:
(1) Employee campgrounds are for established businesses with high seasonal employment
of transient workers, and are not to be construed as construction camps. No employee
campground may be open for more than 150 days per calendar year, and may not open
earlier than April 15, nor remain active later than September 30, except by resolution of
the city council based on specific findings that a longer term, earlier opening date and/or
later closing date is warranted because of special circumstances.
(2) Occupancy in an employee campground is limited to the transient workers of that
industry or business granted a conditional use permit and annual permit.
(3) Garbage and refuse. The requirements of section 8.15.340 shall also apply to employee
campgrounds.
(4) Separate sanitary facilities shall be provided for each sex. Such facilities shall include
either permanent or portable toilets. If permanent facilities are constructed, they shall
conform to section 8.15.425(b). Shower facilities may either be on-site in conformance
with section 8.15.425(b), or provided on the job site of the efnployer.
(5) The requirements for spacing shall be at least ten feet clear space between recreational
vehicles or tent units. Vehicles other than those being used for living accommodations
shall not be parked within the campground area proper.
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Table 15.10.225 Land Uses Allowed
Zoning Principally Residential Principally Commercial Principally Public
Districts
Uses RR R 1 R2 R3 UR OR AC HC CB I RM INS P
Campground, C/P C/P C/P C/P
municipal
Campground, C/P C/P C/P C/P C/P C4P
camper park,
private
Campground, C/P
employee
Section 5. This Ordinance shall take effect ten days following approval and posting.
ENACTED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this day of
2013.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Jean Bardarson, Mayor
AYES:
NOES
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Johanna Kinney, MMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
Sponsored by: Planning and Zoning Commission
Introduction:
Public Hearing:
Enacted:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AMENDING SEWARD CITY CODE CHAPTERS 2, 7, 8, AND
15 RELATING TO CAMPING REGULATIONS
WHEREAS, regulation of public and private camping is addressed in several sections of
the Seward City Code; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to make all camping ordinances throughout the Seward City
Code consistent with one another; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to amend the camping ordinances for public campgrounds to
clarify fees for public campgrounds and to assist park staff with enforcing ordinances, including
fee collection; and
WHEREAS, Alaska Statutes 18.35 and the regulations adopted in 18 AAC 30.400-.470
establish minimum standards of health and sanitation for the protection of the public health and
welfare in campgrounds; and
WHEREAS, purposes of the camping regulations are to protect the public's health,
safety and general welfare, prevent overcrowding and unsanitary conditions in the City, to
provide a wholesome community environment, adequate public services, to conserve natural
resources, and to provide clean, safe and attractive recreational and tourist facilities; and
WHEREAS, in addition to several work sessions, the Planning and Zoning Commission
held a public hearing and recommended City Council approval of the proposed City Code
amendments at its August 29, 2 meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, HEREBY ORDAINS that:
Section 1. Seward City Code Sections 2,25.065 and 2,25.125 are hereby amended to
read as follows (Stfikeout =deletions, bold italics = additions):
2.25.065. - Harbor department—Powers and duties.
The harbor department shall:
(1) Formulate, recommend and administer policies and procedures pertaining to the
operation of the Seward harbor and its facilities;
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(2) Collect harbor fees and charges and maintain such records as are necessary for the
fulfillment of the department function;
(3) Provide for the enforcement of all city regulations pertaining to the harbor;
(44 PFevide for the operation, maintenanee and eelleetion of fees for the eity
f it t;
(4) Provide for the operation, management, and enforcement of parking in parking lots
and street parking in the Harbor area.
(5) Provide other services and duties as directed by the city manager.
2.25.125. - Parks and recreation department—Powers and duties.
The Parks and Recreation Department shall:
(1) Organize various recreational programs for individuals of all ages within the City;
(2) Coordinate recreational activities and programs with the Kenai Peninsula Borough
Community Schools programs and other local recreational entities;
(3) Maintain City recreational facilities;
(4) Provide for the operation, maintenance and collection of fees for the city camping
facilities;
(4)(5) Provide other services and duties as directed by the City Manager.
Section 2. Seward City Code Section 7.15 — Campgrounds, Parks, and Open Spaces is
hereby amended to read as follows (84ikeott = deletions,bold italics = additions):
7.15.010. - Camping, generally municipal.
(a) No camping, other than as specified in section 8.1� 15.10.225, shall be allowed within
the City limits except in areas designated as municipal campgrounds by resolution of the
City Council or in private camper parks operating under a permit. "Municipal
campgrounds" means campgrounds owned or operated by the City and designated as
public campgrounds by resolution of the City Council. Fees for camping in designated
p e municipal campgrounds shall be set by resolution of the City Council. Camping on
private land is subject to Chapter 8.15 and Title 15.10.
(b) In no event shall camping by one party be allowed for more than 14 consecutive days in one
desiec municipal campground for a maximum of 28 days, except as noted in (c). 0+4
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only to Pe . — ' 9eial peffnit issued by tke City Parks and ReeFeation
Department. Tents or stmetures of plastie sheeting, eaHyas BF SifflilaF materials aFe not
eligible for monthly Passes OF speeial
(c) Disabled and/or senior citizens age 62 and over may camp for extended periods of time
provided that they first obtain a special permit and monthly pass from the City Parks and
Recreation Department. Tents or structures of plastic sheeting, canvas or similar
materials are not eligible for monthly passes or special permits.
(c) Persons camping Campers must be housed in a camping unit. ^ eampi„n unit is defined a;
ft ft6r-hO f e eafflpff, OafiOpy, fifth . h@elor OF tort_
(d) Camping in designated pWAie municipal campgrounds shall be allowed between April 15
and September 30 each year, provided, however, that the Parks and Recreation Director
Gity Manage may delay modify the opening of municipal campgrounds Until stleh t;.na as
staffing and weather conditions permit use. Except fbr those aFeas opened faF ea p,...g
by resolution of the eeuneil or stated in subseetion (e) below, all publie munieipa
eampgr-etinds shall be elosed to eapiping beginning geteber 1 thFough April 14, annually.
(e) Winter camping shall be permitted at the Iditarod municipal campground
located at the south end of Waterfront Park. Winter camping shall not be allowed in any
other p4lie municipal campgrounds unless specifically authorized by resolution of the City
Council.
(f) Persons camping Gampevs in violation of this section are subject to citation, eviction and/or
impoundment by authorized personnel. Persons camping Campers who violate posted
camping regulations may have their camping permits revoked and may be evicted by
authorized personnel. if sueh aefien is warfanted, a eemplaint filed by parks personnel shall
b eonsider-ed g ads for City police t issue a eit atio r take other , r.f i to aetion.
Such Citations or complaints by authorized personnel shall include a complete description
of the violation and any contact between the violator and parks staff.
(g) Whenever a violation of this chapter governing municipal camping occurs, any person
may file a complaint with the City Clerk. All such complaints shall be properly recorded
and immediately investigated by the appropriate City official who shall report his finding
to the City Manager.
7.15.020. - Municipal campgrounds, registration and permits.
Municipal campgrounds are designated as self fegi 'f t; fee areas. Unless otherwise
posted, persons camping Eafnpers shall self-register and pay the established fees as posted
before occupying a campsite. A valid camping permit must be visibly displayed and attached to
all camping units at all times. Failure to self-register and pay the established fee shall result in
a fine of$50. If fine is paid within ten days, the fine shall be reduced to $25. For the purposes
of this chapter, camping is defined as par-kitig occupying a er-e tion l yehi..le camping unit of
setting a tent t r more than fur. enseekitive hv ui� u�. A camping unit is defined in 8.15.110.
li i y ii
Section 3. Seward City Code Section 8.15 — Trailers, Mobile Home Parks, Camper Parks
and Camping is hereby amended to read as follows (StFikeew = deletions, bold italics =
additions):
Chapter 8.15 Trailers,Mobile Home PaFks, s.+i[ca Camping
C' Parks .7 Cam in
Chapter 8.15. -Mobile Home Parks and Camper Parks
Article 1. - General Provisions
8.15.110. - Definitions.—Refer to 15.10.140 Definitions
As used in this chapter the following terms are specifically defined as follows:
Addition. An accessory enclosed structure of conventional construction, or a manufactured
home unit, attached and apput4enanee to a mobile home.
,
er a eeiivet4ed hearse, bus, 44ion wagon er panel tr-tlek designed far- use as Et teinpefary tr-ayel
dwelling.
Camper park. A privately owned and operated campground on any A*y parcel, or adjacent
parcels of land in the same ownership, which is used by two or more camping units ref;
travel trailers ar-tent eampefs.
Campiniz unit. A tent or recreational vehicle.
*It * X *
Permit. The license issued for and allowing the establishment and management of mobile
home parks or camper parks as defined in this section.
Recreational vehicle. A vehicle used or intended far short-term occupancy as a temporary
dwelling for travel, recreation, and vacation uses to be used as sleeping quartffs for- human
and which may be driven, towed or propelled from one location to another without change in
structure or design, whether or not the same is supported by wheels or identified by a model,
serial or vehicle registration number. Includes travel trailers, camping trailers, tent campers,
trailer coaches, motor homes, truck campers, buses and similar vehicles.
Space. A defined land area in a mobile home or camper park on which a mobile home or
camping unit, t._.,..el t~aileF, e "e" or t may be placed and which is described by boundary
lines measured in terms of:
(1) Its depth expressed as a mean distance between the front and rear of the space,
measured in the general direction of the side space lines;
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(2) Its width expressed as a mean distance between the side lines of the space, measured in
the general direction of the front and rear space lines.
uses.Travel tvailer. A vehieular peftable stfueturewhieh is not self propelled, designed for sh@14
Used/occupied. As applied to any land, buildings, mobile home, or camping unit travel
trailer or camper., the words "used" or "occupied" shall be construed to include the words
"intended, arranged or designed to be used or occupied."
8.15.115. - Location.
(a) Mobile home parks and camper parks, and employee ,.,, qgw., require a conditional
use permit and administrative permit and are eonsidefea pefmitted allowed uses per the
Land Uses Allowed Table in Title 15.10.226 with a conditional use permit and
administrative permit in R3 or ^f di wi ts, provided they are approved by the Seward
Planning and Zoning Commission planning eemmissie after public hearing. Gampeg
(b) Mobile home or camper spaces must be located a minimum of 75 feet from any permanent
residence building located outside the park unless separated therefrom by a barrier such as a
right-of-way or a fence or wall at least 36 inches in height.
,
provided they are approved by the Seward planning and zening eanifflission aftel: publie
heaf ing.
8.15.120. - Mobile home park and camper park regulations—Applicability.
(a) All mobile home parks and camper parks within the city of Seward shall be constructed,
operated and maintained in accordance with the standards set forth in this chapter. It shall be
unlawful for any person to own or operate a mobile home or camper park which does not
meet the standards of this chapter.
(b) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as prohibiting the placement of modular or
prefabricated homes in any district where other single-family dwellings are allowed,
provided the homes meet other applicable zoning, setback, and construction code
requirements of the city, Kenai Peninsula Borough and the state.
8.15.125. - Enforcement of chapter; violations and penalties.
(a) This ehapter goveming fliebile home parks and eamper- par4is shall be enfefeed by tke eity
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(a) Whenever a violation of this chapter governing mobile home parks and camper parks
occurs, any person may file a complaint with the City Clerk. All such complaints shall be
properly recorded and immediately investigated by the appropriate City official who shall
report his finding to the City Manager.
thereto. All stieh eemplaints shall be pr-epedy reeer-ded and imi:nediately investigated by the
(c) For any and every violation of the provisions of this chapter, the owner, agent, contractor,
lessee, or tenant of any premises where such violations exist, or any other person who
commits, takes part or assists in such violations or who maintains any building or premises
in which any violation shall exist, may be assessed a penalty of not more than $300.00. Each
and every day that such violation continues shall be deemed a separate and distinct violation.
(d) Any structure which is in violation of the provisions of this chapter shall be and the same is
hereby declared to be unlawful and a public nuisance and the city manager shall, upon order
of the city council, commence lawful action to abate or remove such building, structure or
use or to restrain any violation of this chapter.
(e) All remedies provided for herein shall be cumulative and not exclusive.
(f) The issuance or granting of a building permit or approval of plans or specifications under the
authority of the building code shall not be deemed or construed to be a permit for or an
approval of any violation of any of the provisions of this chapter or any amendment thereto.
8.15.130. - Compliance with other laws.
Mobile home parks and camper parks shall be constructed, operated and maintained in
conformance with all applicable state and local statutes, ordinances or regulations.
8.15.140. - Fire prevention.
(a) 9 yer.. FaeLila h.,+.,e ark oeamper- afk shall be equipped with n 15 p a1 ear-ban
dioxide or- dry powder- fire e*tinguisher- in geed wefking ef:def, leeated in the dwelling sr-
itlin rl. p! Fks in fire An.+s pits or ether_fn�llitir.n str. .,terl fo
, " 4 , '�.wu ivi
..d Af., a., e.l by the fire.ehief.
(a) Every mobile home park or camper park shall be equipped with a 15 pound multi purpose
dry chemical/ABC fire extinguisher that is inspected and certified annually and has a
current tag in place.
(b) To minimize the possibility of interference with escape or emergency responders in case of
fire or other emergencies, the permittee shall prohibit the parking of vehicles closer than
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five feet from the door of any service building, convenience establishment, t...,..�,
mobile home or eampe recreational vehicle.
(c) In each mobile home, campef or tr-avel trailer-recreational vehicle having its own heating or
cooking appliances, such appliances shall meet the requirements of the fire chief as to their
manner of installation, venting and fuel feed system. If natural gas or propane gas is utilized
as a fuel, all gas appliances, fittings and installations shall conform to the city utility code
and fire code requirements (see title 14, utilities, and chapter 9.15, fire prevention).
(d) Containers for fuel such as propane or fuel oil to be used by mobile home, travel trailer or
camper occupants shall be connected in a leakpreef leak proof manner to the stoves or
heaters by copper or other metallic tubing approved by the fire department or building
inspector eenstruetion inspeeter. Fuel oil containers for mobile homes shall be securely
fastened in place not less than five feet from any exit and at least two feet from the body of
the mobile home or addition thereto, as approved by the fire department or building
inspector.,or reereational..,, i-e-le_
8.15.145. —Recreational vehicles ` F-Hava' `-""e"" and mobile homes outside of Ham Camper
Parks and Mobile Home Parks.
(a) No r ~&nal v„ iele travel trailer e mobile home, other than an uninhabited two-wheel
trailer not to exceed twenty feet in length, may be stored on a private lot in residential
districts,
been set aside for-64e storage of Feereational xv vu.
(b) On a construction project, a t.-a..�, mobile home or eampef-recreational vehicle may
be used for temporary living or work space at the project site for a period of-not to exceed
90 days if a letter application for this use is submitted by the owner or manager of the
project, site or property and is appr-eNed a permit is issued by the city building Genstmetie
inspector. This permit must be posted on site in a conspicuous location.
(c) In a mobile home, or recreational vehicle travel trailer-of eamper-sales lot, one mobile home
or recreational vehicle, travel trade. or eampef may be used as an office for sales lot
business only.
Article 2. - Permits
8.15.210. - Mobile home park and camper park annual permit required.
(a) No person may construct, operate or maintain a mobile home park or camper- park without
first obtaining an annual permit in accordance with this chapter.
(b) The permit shall be issued by the city clerk after investigation and inspection by the city
e building inspector and fire chief.
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(c) The annual permit, along with a copy of this chapter, shall be posted in a conspicuous
location on the premises of the mobile home park or camper park at all times.
(d) All mobile home parks, camper parks, or other trailer courts in existence in any area
annexed to the city in the future shall have ninety days subsequent to such annexation to
obtain a city permit.
(e) The city council may by ordinance restrict the total number of mobile home park permits
and camper park permits to be issued.
8.15.215. - Initial permit..
(a) An application for an annual mobile home park or camper park permit shall be submitted to
the city clerk on a form provided by the city. The application shall include the following
information:
(1) The name and physical address of the mobile home park or camper park;
(2) The name and mailing address of the applicant, indicating whether operator or owner;
(3) The name and mailing address of the owner if different from the applicant.
(b) The application shall be accompanied by a dimensional site plan at a scale of one inch to 20
feet showing the fallowing:
(1) The specific layout of mobile home or camping unit, ,..,. pe f or tFavel-tFaile- spRees
setting forth the dimensions of each space;
h k Y x
Article 4. - Camper Parks
8.15.410. - General Provisions.
(a) Camper parks may be established to provide temporary spaces and facilities k) eanper-s for
camping units, metor homes, travel tfaileFs, and theff r ��`;^��' vekhig-4 when used for
touring, vacationing or like transient activities. No vehiele camping unit in a camper park
may remain in the park more than thirty days.
8.15.415. - Spacing requirements.
The requirement for spacing shall be at least ten feet clear space between camping units
is i , ,.t,iele r tent .nits.
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(Ord. 522, § 2 (part), 1984)
8.15.420.
The re
-9.1-5.3-25 apply to eamper parks except that m�or- stFeets Riay
have a min' )f way width of 40 feet with a minimum sui:faee width of 24 feet, and-
Othff StFeetS may have a minimum right of way width of 20 feet with a ininimufn surf-aee width
of 1vr 14-fcct.
, , Ofd. ,
1988)
is
8.15.445. - Prohibitions generally.
(a) No r-eer-eafienal vehicle or ta.,t camping unit situated in a camper park may be offered for
rent or lease.
(b) No vehicle in a camper park may be rendered immobile except by the unhitching of a
separate towing vehicle, if any. Gamper Recreational vehicles may be temporarily tied
down only as required for the safety of the vehicle and the area. Removal of wheels,
addition of skirting, attachment of structures, building additions or foundations or any other
act evidencing permanency of occupancy shall not be permitted.
8.15.450. - Registration required.
The owner or operator of a camper park shall maintain a register containing the name and
mailing address of each person occupying the park, a license or identification number and
description of each vehicle occupying the park and the date of each arrival and departure on a
form approved by the city. This register shall be retained for at least three years, and shall be
available for inspection by the city at any time. No person who refuses to register may be granted
occupancy in the camper park for-hiins l f or-his yehie
8.15.455. -Alaska landlord-tenant act inapplicable.
A camper park is not a mobile home park as set forth in AS 34.03.360(3). Structures and
mobile homes within the terms of AS 34.03.360(3) are not permitted in a camper park.
Article 5. - Camping-See §15.10.225
(a) No eamping, .,the.• th.,.-. ., speeified i § 8 1 G c 1 5 shall he allowed within the e4y limits
e*eept iii areas designated eafflpgfeunds el..tion of th.. e4y ei
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shall be set by vesolution of the eity eetineil. Fees for ea 'ate eamper puks shall
be established at the diseFetion of the pafk manager eF ownw-.
(b) Gamping in designated publie eampgveunds shall be allowed between May 15 and
'septem0. Exeept for these aFeas Opened f0f Camping by Feselution of tile e0uneil,
,
annually-.
8.15.515. Camping on privately owned lots.
Gaf:nping en pFivately owned lots autside of a eampev paFk jer PeFmit shall Only
be allowed in RR and unzoned distFiets (see title 15, plannifig and land use regulation). such
purpose,,, eiijy. Camping as py-ovided in this seetion shall not eweed 60 days per-
(Ord. 522§2-(part)5 1984-; n..,l 519, 1985)
Article 6. - Employee Campgrounds-See §15.10.225
8.15.610. Purpose.
GeRef-ally, effll)10�'ee ea1:fiPgEE)HfldS He f0f established businesses With high seasonal
employee eampgr-ound may be open fA-;- me-lFe than 150 days peF ealendaF :,
and may nat open
eouneil based on speeifile.; find-iii8s, fl tefffl' eaflier- Opening date and/or later- elosing
date ; .,ted because of special
(Ord.573, 1996;OFd 92 04)
8.15.615. _ Occupancy requirements.-
Oeeupaney
at:business applying foF the eampground pefmit.
((lCvrn. 573, 1996)
(Q d_. 572, 1946)
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(a) Separate sanitary faeflities shall be pr-E)Vided f0F eft& SeX. &16h faOilitieg shall inelude eitheF
centien 4 15,425(b) of this ehapte.'
ehapte.9 or ,ided on the job site of the e .leye,.
'
(Or- l 572 1986)
The requirements for spaeing Sh-All be -At- least ten feet elear- spaee between reereational
vehieles or tent units. Vehieles other than these being used for lk,iiig aeeommodatieas shall not
be pafked within the eaMpground area proper-.
(Q'€-73, 1986)
Section 4. Seward City Code Section 15.10 Planning and Land Use Regulations, Seward
Zoning Code is hereby amended to read as follows (Seeu = deletions, bold italics =
additions):
15.10.140 - Definitions.
A. General interpretation.
B. Specific definitions. (Parenthetical references are for cross-reference only.) In this chapter,
unless otherwise provided or the context otherwise requires:
18. Campground. A plot of ground upon which two or more campsites are located,
established or maintained for occupancy by tents or re,,,.e4ie yehiele camping units
as temporary living quarters for recreational or vacation purposes.
a. Campground, municipal. Campgrounds owned or operated by the City and
designated as public campgrounds by resolution of the City Council.
b. Campground, private camper parks. A privately owned and operated campground
on any parcel, or adjacent parcels of land in the same ownership, which is used by
two or more camping units.
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19. Campground, employee. An area operated by an established business with high
seasonal employment of transient workers as a housing alternative and not construed to
be a construction camp.
20. Camper park. A privately owned and operated campground on any parcel, or adjacent
parcels of land in the same ownership, which is used by two or more camping units.
21. Camping unit.A tent or recreational vehicle.
15.10.225 15.10.226 Land Uses Allowed
Table 15.10. 15.10.226 Land Uses Allowed is incorporated herein by reference and the restrictions contained
therein are mandatory unless otherwise modified by this chapter(See Table 15.10.226 tables at the end of this title.)
*: k4; * *
(i) Camping is allowed subject to the following:
(1)No Camping for a fee shall be allowed within the city limits efeept only in municipal
campgrounds, as defined in section 7.15, or in private camper parks operating under a
permit, as defined in section 8.15.
(2) Other than permitted camper parks, camping on privately owned lots as an accessory
use to an occupied, single family home is limited to private non-commercial use and for
no fee. Such occupancy shall be limited to one camping unit and shall be for recreational
or vacationing purposes only. Camping as provided in this section shall not exceed 14
days per calendar year. Whenever a violation of this section occurs, any person may file a
complaint with the City Clerk. All such complaints shall be properly recorded and
immediately investigated by the appropriate City official who shall report his finding to
the City Manager.
(j) Employee Campgrounds are allowed in accordance with table 'ram 225 15.10.226 of this
chapter subject to the following:
(1) Employee campgrounds are for established businesses with high seasonal employment
of transient workers, and are not to be construed as construction camps. No employee
campground may be open for more than 150 days per calendar year, and may not open
earlier than April 15, nor remain active later than September 30, except by resolution of
the city council based on specific findings that a longer term, earlier opening date andfor
later closing date is warranted because of special circumstances.
(2) Occupancy in an employee campground is limited to the transient workers of that
industry or business granted a conditional use permit and annual permit.
(3) Garbage and refuse. The requirements of section 8.15.340 shall also apply to employee
campgrounds.
(4) Separate sanitary facilities shall be provided for each sex. Such facilities shall include
either permanent or portable toilets. If permanent facilities are constructed, they shall
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conform to section 8.15.425(b). Shower facilities may either be on-site in conformance
with section 8.15.425(b), or provided on the job site of the employer.
(5) The requirements for spacing shall be at least ten feet clear space between recreational
vehicles or tent units. Vehicles other than those being used for living accommodations
shall not be parked within the campground area proper.
Table 15.10.225 Land Uses Allowed
Zoning Principally Residential Principally Commercial Principally Public
Districts
Uses RR RI R2 R3 UR OR AC HC CB I RM INS P
Campground, C/P C/P C/P C/P
municipal
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Section 5. This Ordinance shall take effect ten days following approval and posting.
ENACTED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this day of
2013.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Jean Bardarson, Mayor
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2017-
Page 14 of 14
Public recommended changes to Glenz/Kinney draft
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Johanna Kinney, MMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
The following pages are for your reference
Valdez camping code
Homer camping code
Kodiak camping code
Homer City Code
Chapter 19.08
CAMPGROUNDS
Sections:
19.08.010 Purpose.
19.08.020 Definitions,
19.08.030 Parking or camping prohibited-- Enforcement.
19.08.040 Parking or camping fees authorized.
19.08.050 Payment of fees —Display of permit—Cleanup deposits.
19.08,060 Maximum duration of camping.
19.08.070 Certain acts prohibited.
19.08.080 Storage of garbage, refuse and other wastes.
19,08,090 Unattended camps.
19.08.100 Unauthorized structures.
19.08.110 Disposition of revenues.
19.08.120 Repealed.
19.08.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to protect, preserve, and control all campgrounds, campsites, and
camping on all lands owned or controlled by the City.
19.08.020 Definitions.
For the purposes of this chapter, the words set out in this section shall have the following
meanings:
"Campground" means an area owned, controlled, developed and/or maintained by the City,
which contains one or more improved campsites or contains adequate area for one or more
unimproved campsites.
"Camping" means:
1. The erection of or occupancy of any tent, regardless of whether said tent is of
commercial manufacture or has been constructed in whole or part by any person;
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2. The placing or leaving of any items normally found at a campsite within campsite such
as cookstoves, lanterns, etc., if sleeping bags and/or other forms of bedding are also left at
the location;
3. Parking of any camper unit in any area owned or controlled by the City, which has been
designated a camping area by official signs, in excess of 24 hours, shall constitute camping,
regardless of any physical change in campsite within camping area;
4. The presence of any person sleeping in any motor vehicles or camper units between the
hours of midnight and 6:00 a.m. shall constitute prima facie evidence of camping;
5. Sleeping on the ground, with or without any shelter, sleeping pad, etc., between the
hours of midnight and 6:00 a.m., on any land owned or controlled by the City, shall
constitute camping;
6. Preparation or consumption of meals in, or in affiliation with and in proximity to, any
camper unit at any time following midnight of the day said camper unit was parked in any
campground shall constitute prima facie evidence of camping.
"Camping season" means that period of time from April 1st through October 30th.
"Campsite" means all improved and unimproved campsites located on lands owned or controlled
by the City.
"Designated camping area" means any area of land owned or controlled by the City, which has
been marked by official signs as open to camping or campers.
"Immediately mobile" means that the camper unit may be moved from its campsite by either:
1. Starting its propulsion engine and driving said unit away;or
2. By attaching a towing vehicle to the trailer hitch of said camper unit and pulling it away;
provided, that in both subsections (1) and (2) of this definition, the removal must be
feasible without any preliminary actions to prepare the vehicle for removal, such as, but not
limited to, installation of wheels, or removal of support structure or platforms, etc.
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"Improved campsite" means any space designated for individual or family camping and normally
containing a table, fireplace and parking space, and shall include the surrounding area which is,
or has been, used for camp living and social functions by the camper.
"Other wastes" means garbage, refuse, offal, oil, grease, tar, dyestuffs, acids, chemicals,
industrial or seafood processing wastes, and any other substance which may cause, or tend to
cause, pollution of the lands or waters within the City.
"Parking" means the placing or leaving of any motor vehicle or trailer on any land within the
City, if the propulsion engine of said vehicle is off.
"Permanent structure" or "shelter" means any collection, assemblage, construction, or assortment
of materials or devices; whether of natural or synthetic nature, which has served or is reasonably
capable of serving as protection from any of the elements; or as an item constructed to enhance
the habitability of a campsite, such as, but not limited to, structures functioning as, or which are
reasonably capable of functioning as, furniture items. Any camper unit rendered less than
immediately mobile by the removal of wheels or placement on supports or platforms shall also
be a permanent structure. Commercially manufactured tents and the flysheet supplied for the tent
by the manufacturer or constructed in whole or in part from canvas, nylon or other tenting
material shall not be classified as permanent structures or shelters unless they have been placed
on a platform or material other than the soil at the site of erection.
"Self-contained camper unit" means all vehicles and trailers which contain sleeping facilities for
one or more persons. Sleeping facilities shall also include any structure or area of any vehicle or
trailer which circumstances indicate are actually being used for sleeping and need not consist of
actual beds or bunks. Self-contained camper units are also referred to as "camper units" in this
section. Self-contained camper units may be referred to as "campers" on signs for designated
camping areas.
"Temporary structure" or"shelter" means all tents of standard commercial manufacture with the
flysheet provided by the manufacturer or constructed in whole or in part from canvas, nylon or
other tenting material, and all commercially manufactured self-contained camper units, so long
as said camper units are maintained in such a condition that they are immediately mobile. Any
camper unit not maintained in an immediately mobile condition shall be deemed a permanent
structure.
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"Unimproved campsite" means that area of land surrounding any temporary structure on any
City-owned or City-controlled property open to camping, other than improved campsites, and the
structure itself; said area shall be that area which is being or has been used for camp living and
social functions. [Ord. 99-18(A) § 1, 1999; Ord. 81-l(S), 1981].
19.08.030 Parking or camping prohibited —Enforcement.
a. No person shall park any motor vehicle or camper or otherwise camp on any City-owned or
City-controlled property where any official sign prohibits parking or camping.
b. Camping, as defined in HCC 19.08.020, is prohibited in areas other than those so designated
by the City, except where campers camping on private property have written permission to do so
from the property owner.
c. Persons who refuse to remove themselves and their personal property from unregulated
camping areas upon request by an authorized representative of the City shall be removed,
together with their personal property, from the areas using such force as may be necessary under
the circumstances.
d. Camping in a closed campground is prohibited. All City campgrounds shall be closed outside
of the camping season, except winter camping may be allowed in a City-owned campground on
the Homer Spit as designated by the City Manager. All normal camping fees and rules will apply
to winter camping areas.
19.08.040 Parking or camping fees authorized.
The City Manager or his designee is authorized, with the approval of the City Council, to
establish parking and camping fees for lands owned or controlled by the City.
19.08.050 Payment of fees—Display of permit— Cleanup deposits.
It is unlawful to camp in a designated camping area on lands owned or controlled by the City
without having first paid the appropriate fee to the authorized agent for the City and having
obtained the requisite permit. Evidence of payment of the camping fees shall be immediately
produced upon the request of the fee agent or any peace officer. Permits issued pursuant to this
section shall be displayed at all times while camping, in accordance with the instructions
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provided therewith. No permit shall be issued unless the applicant provides all information
requested by the authorized representative of the City. A deposit to insure cleaning of campsites
at the termination of use may also be required prior to issuance of a permit.
19.08.060 Maximum duration of camping.
a. No person shall camp on City-owned or City-controlled property in excess of 14 calendar
days, regardless of any changes in campsite or campgrounds. Persons who have utilized their 14-
day camping period may not return to camp in any City-owned or City-controlled camping area
for 14 additional days following the last day of their 14-day camping period. The 14 days of
authorized camping need not be consecutive.
b. An exception may be granted to the 14-day limitation if there are sufficient vacant campsites,
as determined by an authorized City official. All persons shall move their campsite at the end of
each 14-day period.
19.08.070 Certain acts prohibited.
It shall be unlawful for any person to:
a. Dispose of or deposit human body wastes or any other waste on City-owned or City-controlled
land other than in authorized or designated receptacles;
b. Make or cause to be made any unnecessary or unusual noise which annoys, injures or
endangers the comfort, repose, health or safety of the public, or any individual member of the
public on City-owned or City-controlled land;
c. Erect, occupy, or otherwise utilize any temporary or permanent structure or shelter on City-
owned or City-controlled lands.
1. Exception. Unless otherwise prohibited, tents of standard commercial manufacture or
constructed in whole or in part from canvas, nylon or other tenting material may be erected
and occupied in designated camping areas. Structures so exempted may not be modified,
extended, or sheltered by the addition of any material not a commercially manufactured
component of said tent or other than a recognized tenting material.
2. Exception. Unless otherwise prohibited, self-contained camper units may be parked and
occupied in designated camping areas so long as they remain immediately mobile;
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d. Park, leave, maintain, or utilize any vehicle, camper unit, or camp in violation of any provision
of any section of this chapter. All vehicles, camper units, or other camps in violation shall be
subject to impoundment by any peace officer. All costs of impoundment and storage of any
property so impounded shall be paid before said property shall be released. Property so
impounded shall additionally be subject to a $20.00 impound fee,which shall be paid before said
property is released. All permanent structures shall be impounded pursuant to HCC 19.08.100;
e. Deface, destroy, alter, remove, or otherwise disfigure any equipment, sign, utility services, or
other facility owned or provided by the City at any City-owned campground or campsite, or
parking area adjacent thereto;
f. Allow any dog owned, harbored, or controlled by himself to be at large in any City-owned or
City-controlled campground. All fecal wastes of any dog discharged or deposited on any lands
within a City-owned or City-controlled campground shall be immediately removed by the person
owning, harboring, or controlling said animal and shall be deposited in trash receptacles or
otherwise stored in containers pursuant to HCC 19.08,080;
g. Leave any campsite in a disorderly or unsightly condition upon termination of use. IOrd. 81-
1(S), 1981. Code t967 § 5-700.6].
19.08.080 Storage of garbage, refuse and other wastes.
All garbage, refuse, and other waste created or compiled in the course of activities while
camping shall be stored in opaque containers which shall be tightly closed to contain odors and
to exclude insects, rodents, and vermin. Plastic garbage sacks are acceptable containers for
compliance with this section.
19.08.090 Unattended camps.
A campsite shall be occupied on the first night after equipment, vehicles, or tents have been set
up. Equipment left unattended for a period of 72 hours at any campsite on City-owned or City-
controlled property may be impounded unless prior permission for a longer storage period has
been obtained from an authorized City representative. An impound fee of$20.00 and all costs of
impoundment and storage shall be paid before said property may be released.
19.08.100 Unauthorized structures.
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Any structure erected, maintained, occupied, or utilized on City-owned or City-controlled land
without written permission from the City Manager or otherwise permitted under this chapter
shall be unlawful and shall be subject to impoundment or disposal by any peace officer. If said
structure is impounded pursuant to this section, all costs of impoundment and storage shall be
paid in addition to the impound fee of$20.00 before said structure may be released. All costs of
recovery shall be borne by the person claiming said structure.
19.08.110 Disposition of revenues.
All revenue from fees paid for parking or camping shall be deposited in the general fund or
disposed of in accordance with the terms of the contract with the concessionaire for parking
and/or camping on City-owned or City-controlled campgrounds.
19.08.120 Violation —Penalty.
Repealed by Ord. 17-03. [Ord. 81-1(S), 1981. Code 1967 § 5-700.11 J.
Chapter 19.20
PARKS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
Sections:
19.20.010 Definitions.
19.20.020 General rules.
19.20.030 Park closure.
19.20.040 Park use agreements.
19.20.050 Campground host program.
19,20,060 Regulations.
19.20.070 Remedies and penalties.
19.20.010 Definitions.
In this chapter:
"Camp" means using an outdoor area or motor vehicle for sleeping or temporary living quarters,
including without limitation erecting a tent or other temporary shelter.
"Park" means an area designated as a park, reservation, playground,beach, or recreation area,
owned or managed by the City and devoted to active or passive recreation.
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19.20.020 General rules.
The following general rules govern the public use of parks:
a. No person may deface, disfigure, damage, tamper with, or displace or remove any building,
structure, table, bench, fireplace, sign, notice, vegetation, or placard in a park.
b. No person may cut, pick or damage trees, flowers or other vegetation in a park.
c. No person may camp in a park except in an area and at a time designated for that purpose by
the City Manager.
d. No person may light, build, use or maintain an open fire or portable camp stove in a park
except in a receptacle or area designated for that use. No person may leave an open fire or
operating portable camp stove unattended. No person may use a flammable liquid other than
charcoal lighting fluid to start or accelerate a fire.
e. No person may operate, or stop, stand or park, a motorized vehicle in a park except:
1. In an area designed for the use, and in a manner permitted by the designation; or
2. Construction, enforcement, maintenance or emergency vehicles operated by the State,
the Kenai Peninsula Borough, the City or their respective contractors.
f. Where the operation of motor vehicles is permitted in a park, motor vehicles shall be operated
in accordance with posted speed limits, in a prudent and safe manner, and at a speed not
exceeding 10 miles per hour in parking areas.
g. A person having control or supervision of an animal that excretes feces in a park shall
immediately collect and properly dispose of the feces.
h. No person may dump, deposit, or leave any bottles, broken glass, ashes, paper, boxes, cans,
dirt, rubbish, waste, garbage or refuse, or other trash, or water, sewage or effluent from sinks,
portable toilets or other plumbing fixtures, directly upon the surface of land or water in a park.
i. Dumpsters provided at park facilities are intended for park use only.
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19.20.030 Park closure.
a. The City Manager may designate times during which a park is closed to the public.
b. The City Manager shall notify the public of times during which a park is closed to the public
by the placement of signs at entrances to the park or within the closed area. No person may enter
or remain in a park during the hours of closure designated on such a sign.
19.20.040 Park use agreements.
The Council by resolution may authorize an agreement between the City and an organization
providing for the organization's use, operation and maintenance of facilities within a park. The
agreement will address such issues as scheduling, litter, sanitary facilities, damage, crowd
control, traffic control, noise, insurance and public notice.
19.20.050 Campground host program.
The Council by resolution may authorize the City Manager to establish a campground host
program for designated City parks, under which volunteers will provide campground host
services to park users.
19.20.060 Regulations.
The City Manager is authorized to promulgate regulations, in addition to the rules stated in this
chapter, to regulate the use of park and recreational facilities. [Ord. 12-24(A) § 2, 2012).
19.20.070 Remedies and penalties.
Remedies and penalties for violations of this chapter are as provided in Chapter 1.16 HCC.
Chapter 21.54
MOBILE HOME PARKS, MOBILE HOMES, RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKS
Article I. Mobile Home Parks and Mobile Homes
21.54.010 Standards for mobile home parks-- General.
This article establishes minimum standards governing mobile home parks.
21.54.020 Where allowed.
Mobile home parks will be allowed only in those zoning districts that list mobile home parks as
permitted or conditionally permitted.
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Article II. Recreational Vehicles and RV Parks
21.54.200 Standards for recreational vehicle parks— General.
HCC 21.54.200 through 21.54.310 establish standards governing recreational vehicle parks.
21.54,210 Spaces and occupancy.
a. Space Size. The space provided for each recreational vehicle shall be a minimum of 600
square feet, exclusive of any space used for common areas, driving lanes, walkways,
general use structures, and landscaped areas.
b. Identification. Each recreational vehicle space shall be plainly marked and numbered for
identification.
c. Occupancy. Only one recreational vehicle shall occupy a space. Recreational vehicle
parks may be open on a year-round basis. No recreational vehicle shall be parked
for occupancy in a recreational vehicle park for more than 30 continuous days, nor shall
a recreational vehicle be parked for occupancy in a recreational vehicle park for more than 120
days in any 12-month period.
21.54.220 Minimum lot size.
The minimum lot size for a recreational vehicle park in any zoning district is 40,000 square feet
or the minimum lot size for the zoning district in which it is located,whichever is greater.
21.54.230 Surface water runoff.
Surfaces shall be designed and contoured to provide for adequate runoff of surface water and be
approved by the Public Works Department.
21.54.240 Utilities and solid waste.
a. Sources of potable water and wastewater disposal facilities shall be in accordance with
applicable Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation regulations.
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1.16.040 Disposition of scheduled offenses—Fine schedule.
a. A person cited for an offense for which a fine is established in subsection (c) of this section
may mail or personally deliver to the Finance Director the amount of the fine indicated on the
citation for the offense plus any surcharge required to be imposed by AS 29.25.074, together
with a copy of the citation signed by the person indicating the person's waiver of court
appearance, entry of plea of no contest, and forfeiture of the fine.A citation for a scheduled
offense may be mailed or personally delivered within 15 days after the date of the citation. The
payment of a fine under this subsection shall be treated as a judgment of conviction. The fine
paid is complete satisfaction for the offense.
b. If a person cited for an offense for which a fine amount is established in subsection (c) of this
section appears in court to contest the citation and is found guilty,the maximum sentence which
may be imposed is the scheduled fine amount plus any surcharge required to be imposed by
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c. The following violations of this code are amenable to disposition without court appearance
upon payment of a fine in the amount listed below:
HCC 19.08.030(a) Camping on City property where prohibited $300,00
HCC 19.08.030(b) Camping outside designated areas $300.00
HCC 19.08.030(d) Camping in closed campground $300.00
HCC 19.08.050 Camping in City campground— Permit required $300.00
HCC 19.08.060 Camping in City campground for more than 14 days $300.00
HCC 19.08.070(a) Disposal of human waste on City property $300.00
HCC 19.08.070(c) Erect, occupy, utilize structure on City property $300.00
HCC 19.08.070(d) Park, leave, maintain, utilize vehicle, camper unit, or camp where prohibited $300.00
HCC 19.08.070(e) Deface, destroy, alter or remove City property $300,00
HCC 19.08.070(f) Dog at large in City campground $300.00
HCC 19.08.070(g) I Campsite in City campground left in disorderly or unsightly condition $300.00
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Fee collection by Harbor/Parks& Ree Staff:
Chapter 11.04
VALDEZ SMALL BOAT HARBOR
11.04.040 Harbormaster—Powers and duties.
A. Appointment. The city manager shall appoint a harbormaster.
B. Duties. The harbormaster shall, under the supervision of the city manager:
1. Administer the small boat harbor with the powers provided by this chapter;
2. Enforce this chapter, issue and enforce regulations for the operation and use of the small
boat harbor that are not inconsistent with this chapter, and enforce the terms and conditions of
the small boat harbor tariff;
3. Promptly report to the appropriate enforcement entity the violation of any law pertaining in
any way to navigable waters or port/small boat harbor facilities including; but not limited to,
laws for the protection of navigation and the preservation of navigable waters;
4. Promptly report to the appropriate enforcement entity the violation of any law pertaining to
the disposal of hazardous or waste materials and promptly furnish information as necessary to
assure that such improper disposal ceases and any nuisance is abated;
5. Collect small boat harbor fees and charges and maintain and operate an accounting syste►n to
collect small boat harbor fees and charges that meet with the approval of the city finance
department and that will satisfy all controls as may be deemed necessary by the city's annual
audit;
Chapter 2.38
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
2.38.010 Established.
There is established a department of the city known as the parks and recreation department. The
head of the department shall be appointed by the city manager and shall be subject to the
direction and supervision of the city manager. (Ord. 96-29 § 1 (part))
2.38.020 Powers and duties.
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The parks and recreation department shall:
A. Provide sports and recreational facilities, programs, activities and opportunities to the
public;
B. Administer the planning, development and maintenance of parks and recreational areas and
facilities;
C. Preserve and conserve the natural and recreational features within the city as directed by the
city manager;
D. Provide other services and assume additional or different responsibilities as directed by the
city manager. (Ord. 96-29 § I (part))
2.38.030 Parks and recreation director's authority.
The parks and recreation director shall have the authority subject to the city manager's approval,
to promulgate rules and regulations governing the operation, use and care of parks and
recreational facilities, programs, areas and trails. These rules and regulations may also address
proper standards of conduct for users and participants. The director may establish penalties for
violations of rules and regulations in addition to the general penalty set forth in
Section of this code. (Ord. 96-29 § I (part))
Chapter 10.20
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKS AND 'PENT CAMPGROUNDS
10.20.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to set reasonable standards for recreational vehicle parks and tent
campgrounds within the city. It is the intent of the city to assure that the public health, safety and
welfare of the community is preserved and protected while not creating burdensome and unduly
restrictive regulations that would deter recreational vehicle travelers and tent campers from
visiting Valdez.
10.20.020 Definitions.
As used in this chapter:
"Recreational vehicle" means a vehicular-type unit primarily designed as a temporary living
quarters for recreational, camping or travel use, which either has its own motive power or is
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mounted on or drawn by another vehicle. The basic entities are: travel trailer, camping trailer,
truck camper, and motor home.
"Recreational vehicle park" means a plot of land upon which two or more recreational vehicle
sites are located, established or maintained for occupancy by recreational vehicles of the general
public as temporary living quarters for recreation or vacation purposes.
"Recreational vehicle site" means a plot of ground within a recreational vehicle park intended for
the accommodation of a recreational vehicle, a tent, or other individual camping unit on a
temporary basis.
"Tent" means a portable, collapsible, enclosed shelter made of canvas or nylon, or comparable
material, stretched and sustained by poles, which has been specifically designed and
manufactured for temporary use for camping.
"Tenter" shall be defined as a person or party or persons camping in a tent or in the open.
"Tent campground" shall be defined as an area, lot or portion of a lot where two or more
recreational vehicles are parked or camped for temporary occupancy.
10.20.030 Use and parking of recreational vehicles outside of a recreational vehicle park.
A. No recreational vehicle may be parked on city streets in areas where such prohibition is
posted.
B. No recreational vehicles may be parked and occupied in city parking lots and on other city
property without obtaining a permit for that purpose from the city manager or his designee.
C. Recreational vehicles may be parked for temporary occupancy on a lot in all single-family
residential zoned districts. Such occupancy must be with the owner's permission and in
compliance with applicable laws.
D. One recreational vehicle may be parked for temporary occupancy with water and sewer
hookups on a lot in all commercial-zoned districts. Such occupancy must be with the owner's
permission and in compliance with applicable laws.
E. Except as provided otherwise, it is a violation of this code for a person in charge of a
premises within the city to permit or allow camping without a valid permit from the city and if
required, a state of Alaska Public Accommodation Permit.
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F. Up to three recreational vehicles may be parked for overnight camping on property
belonging to a local private club or lodge provided the following conditions are met:
1. Sufficient off-street parking remains for patrons of the establishment;
2. The recreational vehicles are fully self-contained;
3. The private club or lodge has granted permission for overnight parking; and
4. The owners of the recreational vehicles must be out-of-town members of the local private
club or lodge.
10.20.040 Location.
Recreational vehicle parks are permitted in the public lands zoning district; are allowed as a
conditional use in the commercial residential zoning district, the general commercial zoning
district, and the light industrial zoning district.
10.20.050 Recreational vehicle parr standards.
A. Standards Generally. Recreational vehicle parks shall meet the design and performance
standards set forth herein as well as those mandated by state and local law. Such standards
include but are not limited to those regulating wastewater disposal, drinking water and
restrooms. The facilities must be in compliance with all building, plumbing, electrical, fire and
other applicable codes.
B. Site Plan. The applicant shall provide a site plan drawn at a scale in which all of the
requirements of this section are clearly shown. In addition, the following shall be shown:
1. Name of the recreational vehicle park or campground, ownership, name of developer, scale,
north arrow, date, and location map showing the location of the park or campground;
2. Identification of each recreational vehicle site by number.
C. Separation Requirements. The following requirements shall apply to all buildings, structures
and recreational vehicles within a park or campground.
1. Distance Between Structures and Recreational Vehicles. The minimum side-to-side spacing
between recreational vehicles and/or other permitted buildings or structures and any subsequent
additions thereto shall not be less than ten feet.
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C. Camp not less than one-quarter mile from any roadway, or not less than one hundred yards
from any public trail, unless posted "No Camping" or "No Trespassing";
D. Camp on private property with the permission of the owner, limited to no more than two
tents. (Ord. 96-09 § I (part))
10.20.070 Other requirements for tent camping in public areas.
A. Tenters shall maintain and keep the tent area:
1. In a clean, orderly and sanitary condition at all times; and
2. Free of any hazard or condition which could affect the health and safety of the occupants or
the general public; and
3. Free of refuse while camping and all refuse must be disposed of before leaving the camping
area; and
4. Free of conditions which could tend to attract, harbor or breed insects, pests or wildlife.
B. The following shall not be permitted:
l. Tents that do not fall within the definition of"tent" as set forth in Section (D).
Types of shelters or structures that are not permitted include, but are not limited to, those that are
not portable or collapsible and those not made of canvas or nylon or comparable material.
Shelters or structures made of wood, cardboard, visqueen or porous materials are expressly
prohibited.
2. Tenters are prohibited from bringing clogs into or keeping dogs in any tent campground
posted off limits to dogs by order of the city manager.
15.28.080 Fire protection requirements for mobile homes and mobile home parks.
A. Every mobile home park shall be equipped with two fifteen-pound ABC fire extinguishers
in good working order located in the dwelling or office of the person in charge of the park or
other central location. No open fires shall be permitted at any place within the park.
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noncommercial needs of residential areas are allowed as permitted or conditional uses subject to
restrictions intended to preserve the residential character of the R-B district.
17.16.030 Permitted accessory uses and structures.
In an R-B zone, the following uses and structures, which are incidental to the permitted principal
uses and structures listed in Section are permitted:
A. Home occupations;
B. Accessory buildings in conjunction with a permitted or conditional use such as a private
garage or workshop;
C. Private storage in yards of a truck up to one ton, a boat, a recreational vehicle, travel or
camper trailer in a safe and orderly manner, provided they are separated by at least ten feet
from any property lines;
D. Automobile parking in conjunction with any permitted or conditional use,
E. Small wind energy systems in conformance with Section
Chapter 8.20 NUISANCES
8.20.030 Enumerated—Acts prohibited in all zones except heavy and special industrial.
The following acts and conditions shall constitute a public nuisance in all zones except
industrial;
A. Trailers, campers, boats and other mobile equipment stored for unreasonable periods in
unsheltered front yard areas, thirty days being prima facie evidence of an unreasonable
period,
B. Packing boxes and other debris stored in yards and visible from public streets for
unreasonable periods, seven days being prima facie evidence of an unreasonable period.
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18.32.110 Camping restrictions
(a) For the purposes of this section "camp" shall mean an open-air location with or without
temporary shelter. For recreational vehicle temporary permits see KCC 14.20,030.
(b) No person shall camp in any part of the city.
(c) No person shall camp on lands comprising the city's watershed and/or which contribute to the
municipal water supply. Said lands are generally described as:
A portion of land on Kodiak Island, state of Alaska, described with Alaska State Plane, Zone
5 courses as follows:
Beginning at corner A.F. 15 of Tract 37, State of Alaska Patent Number 50-87-0077 filed
June 30, 1986, said point being on the northerly boundary of U.S. Survey 2539;
Containing: 7,812 acres, more or less.
Chapter 8.20
OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC ORDER
8.20.060 Camping
Camping is prohibited in all public places, except those that are specifically designated for
camping by the appropriate governmental authority.
Chapter 14.20
MOBILE HOMES
14.20.010 Definitions
"Mobile home" means a structure transportable in one or more sections, which is eight body feet
or more in width and is 32 body feet or more in length, and which is built on a permanent
chassis, and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation, when
connected to the required utilities.
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"Mobile home park" means any area or premises where space for two or more mobile homes is
rented, held out for rent, or for which free occupancy is permitted to users for the purpose of
securing their trade.
"Recreational vehicle" means a vehicular type unit primarily designed as temporary living
quarters for recreational, camping, or travel use, which either has its own motive power or is
mounted on or drawn by another vehicle. Examples are: travel trailers, camping trailers,
truck campers, and motor homes.
14.20.020 Mobile home construction standards
Any mobile home intended to be placed within the city of Kodiak must conform to the standards
set forth in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 24, Part 3280, titled "Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standards."
14.20.030 Location—prohibited—exceptions—temporary visitor permit
The parking or otherwise locating of recreational vehicles for any purpose other than storage
anywhere within the city limits, outside an existing mobile home park, is prohibited unless
authorized by the terms of a temporary visitor permit or unless the recreational vehicle is located
on private property with the permission of the owner of that property and is at least 150 feet from
the nearest public road and all property owned by other persons and for a maximum period of not
more than 10 weeks in any one calendar year.
(a)The cashier may issue one temporary permit per visitor per six-month period; said permit not
to exceed 14 days which shall be subject to a single renewal for a period not to exceed an
additional seven days. If the permittee fails to vacate or remove the recreational vehicle at the
expiration of the permit term and any renewal period granted, the permittee shall become liable
to the city for a civil fine in the amount of$20.00 per day for each day or portion of a day that
the recreational vehicle remains on the premises without authorization plus any surcharge
required to be imposed by AS 29.25.072. For the purpose of this section, "visitor" shall mean a
person who journeys to the city for the purpose of a short stay and has been in Kodiak for less
than 30 days. The temporary visitor permit will be issued only to recreational vehicles bearing a
current license plate. The permit will be issued to the license number except in the case of
vehicle-mounted campers, in which case, the permit will be issued to the license number of the
vehicle upon which the camper is mounted. It is not permitted under this section to remove
a camper from the licensed vehicle to which the temporary permit applies.
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(b) The cashier shall only issue temporary visitor permits for private property. If the applicant
desires to park a recreational vehicle on any city-owned property or rights-of-way the permit
shall be subject to approval by the council.
(c) Opportunity for objection to the issuance of a temporary visitor permit issued under this
section will be extended to property owners whose property immediately abuts the private
property on which the temporary visitor permit is issued or applied for, and on whose property is
situated an occupied. dwelling. The objection may be made before issuance or during the term of
the permit. Any objections filed under this subsection will be reviewed by the council at the next
regular council meeting following the filing of the objection; a decision by the council as to the
issuance or continuance of the protested permit will be made at that meeting.
(d) The city council may establish by resolution or motion the fees for each original application
for a temporary visitor permit and for the renewal of such permits
14.20.050 Violation—penalty
The penalty for violation of this chapter shall be as prescribed in KCC 1.12.010. Any person,
firm, association, or corporation who violates any provision of this chapter shall remove the
mobile home or recreational vehicle within 10 days at the direction of the building official. If the
subject mobile home or recreational vehicle is not moved by the owner, occupant, or person in
immediate control, the city may authorize impoundment of the mobile home or recreational
vehicle. All costs for the above will be borne by the owner. In addition, there shall be assessed
against the owner a storage fee as established by resolution or motion of the city council.