§ 24-161. Emergency shelters—Permanent.

A.

Applicability. The standards in this section apply to emergency shelters as defined in Article VII, Division 1 (Glossary).

B.

Number of beds. The number of beds in an emergency shelter shall not exceed 60.

C.

Proximity to other emergency shelters. No emergency shelter may be located within three hundred (300) feet of another emergency shelter.

D.

Length of Stay. Temporary shelter may be provided for no more than six (6) months per calendar year for each resident.

E.

Management Plan. The shelter operator shall prepare and submit to County staff a written management plan describing provisions for staff training, neighborhood outreach, security, screening of residents to ensure compatibility with services provided at the facility, and for training, counseling, and treatment programs, and a 24-hour on-site caretaker for residents.

F.

Services. Staff and services shall be provided to assist residents to obtain permanent shelter.

G.

Laundry Facilities. Emergency shelters shall provide laundry facilities or services for residents.

H.

Lighting. All exterior lighting associated with an emergency shelter shall be located, adequately shielded, and directed such that no direct light falls outside the property perimeter, or into the public right-of-way.

(Ord. No. 4062, § 1, 9-10-13)