For starters, good work! I think there was a group that ran into a zoning problem, so I'm sure you will hear from them. Zoning is a pretty local thing, but as I understand it generally, this a a pretty gray area because you aren't really commercial (I assume). If you don't already have a relationship with your city council rep, I would suggest you make one. S/he could provide you cover and advice.
Have you looked to see if there are any sign ordinances for residential areas?
I think you're right that you will be able to fly under the radar for a while. Unless your town is really strict, I doubt anything will happen until the city gets a handful of complaints. Again, that's why it's good to have your rep on your side.
On Nov 14, 2007 1:20 AM, Jake Liefer jakeliefer@gmail.com wrote:
Hello, I operate a small bike Co-op in a small, run down town called Beaver Falls, PA. We're looking into purchasing a location and think we've found the perfect spot. It's a former business / house with a three car garage and a large glass storefront area. The only problem is that it's zoned residential even though it used to be a business many years ago. The street is pretty run down, with three of the four 'neighbors' being vacant housing, so I'm not too worried about neighbors complaining about it. I'd like to paint our logo on the garage but I'm afraid that it my draw too much attention from the zoning people. Do any of your co-ops operate in non-commercialy zoned space? Have you had any problems arise because of it? Thanks, Jake _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank@lists.bikecollectives.org http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o...