ATTENTION TO ANYONE WISHING TO OPERATE AS A TRANSIENT BUSINESS
Steps to operate as a transient business in the City of Murray:
1) Fill out a transient business permit and submit it for approval through Planning and Engineering
Department.
2) Review all enclosed documentations (Transient Business Regulations & Permit for Transient Business).
3) Review or obtain the following:
a. Business is to be located in a B-2 (Highway Business), B-3 (Central Business), B-4 (Medium
Density Business), and I (Industrial) zoning districts. Zoning Map:
www.murrayky.gov/planning/gis/maps/zoning_web_2006.pdf. Any transient business request in a
B-1 (Neighborhood Business) zoning district will require a Conditional Use Permit issued by the
Murray Board of Zoning Adjustments at a scheduled public hearing. Transient Businesses are
only allowed as a Conditional Use in a B-1. Transient businesses are not allowed in Residential
Zoning Districts.
b. Site plan showing location of business on a lot.
c. Lease agreement, deed, or similar document from property owner granting permission to operate
at a location.
d. If you require the distribution of food products (i.e. mobile food vendors) a copy of a current
health permit issued by the Calloway County Health Department is required.
e. Mobile food vendors are only allowed to be set up for 14 days at a location. After 14 days, the
vendors must leave that location for 30 days before returning to the location for another 14 days,
per the Calloway County Health Department.
f. Upon approval from the Planning and Engineering Department, you will need to submit a
business license application through the City Clerk’s Office.
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SECTION III
ARTICLE 10
TRANSIENT BUSINESS REGULATIONS
A. INTENT
The purpose of the Transient Business Regulations section is to establish minimum
guidelines for transient (i.e. temporary, mobile) businesses wishing to conduct
business within the city limits of Murray. The section provides requirements that
promote the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the citizens of Murray,
Kentucky and establish reasonable and uniform regulations for transient businesses.
B. DEFINITIONS
TRANSIENT BUSINESS/MERCHANT: The sale of goods or services from roadside or
public view by way of tent, trailer, roadside stand, parked vehicle or other similar
enclosure not attached by permanent foundation.
C. PROCEDURE
1. Anyone wishing to operate a transient business must first obtain a business
license application from the Murray Planning Department. No person shall
operate a transient business in the city without an issued license.
2. The business license application will be reviewed by the Murray Planning
Department to ensure zoning compliance. If all requirements in section D are
met, the Murray Planning Department will issue a Transient Business Permit to
the applicant.
3. If during the time the permit is in effect, the transient business fails to maintain
the required conditions pursuant to section D, the City of Murray may revoke
the permit and the transient business activity shall be terminated.
4. The decision of the City of Murray official concerning revocation of the Transient
Business permit shall be final, unless a written appeal by the applicant is filed
with the Murray Board of Zoning Adjustments within thirty days of the
applicant’s receipt of the notice to revoke the permit.
5. Each location shall only maintain one transient business. Permits are non-
transferable.
6. It shall be the duty of the Chief of Police and the Police Department and/or the
Code Enforcement Officer, to see that any person, firm, corporation,
partnership, or other entity which engages in, does or transacts any temporary
or transient business in the City have the license required and shall cause a
citation to be issued for any person not having an appropriate license.
D. REQUIRED CONDITIONS
Approval of a Transient Business permit is subject to the following conditions:
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1. Transient businesses are permitted uses in B-2 (Highway Business), B-3
(Central Business), B-4 (Medium Density Business), and I (Industrial) zoning
districts and as a Conditional Use in a B-1 (Neighborhood Business) zoning
district.
2. Transient businesses must be a minimum of 500 ft. from one another
(measured by radial distance).
3. A copy of a lease agreement, deed, or similar document from the property owner
is required.
4. Any signage, other than that permanently affixed to the mobile transient facility
must be approved by the Murray Planning Department.
5. The maximum length of time a transient business will be allowed at an
approved location will be ninety (90) consecutive days. The owner/operator
may reapply for a permit at the end of that period, but the transient business
must be relocated at a minimum of 500 ft. (measured in radial distance) from
the prior location. The owner/operator may return to a previous location after
90 consecutive days.
6. A site plan must be submitted for review and approval. The site plan shall
include a mapped location of the proposed business, including existing parking
spaces, roadways, sidewalks, and buildings; it should also entail measurements
of distance from proposed display/enclosure to nearby parking spaces,
roadways, sidewalks, setbacks, and buildings. Aerial photography, existing
surveys, or plat will suffice for this purpose. The site plan shall include any
photography of tents, trailers, stands, etc. that will be used. The City of Murray
has the right to accept or reject any site plan submitted. Once approved by the
City, all site plans must be maintained by the transient business through the
duration of the permit. Any deviation from the site plan by the transient
business may result in revocation of the permit and the transient business
activity shall be terminated.
7. All transient businesses are subject to the Public Noise Ordinance as prescribed
in § 99 of the City of Murray Code of Ordinances.
8. If a transient business distributes or prepares food products, a copy of the
current health permit issued by the Calloway County Health Department is
required to be produced and must be displayed. Any revocation of the Health
permit may constitute revocation of the transient business license.
9. The provisions of this ordinance shall not apply to any general sale, fair,
auction, or bazaar sponsored by any religious, education, public service, or
charitable organization.
10. Failure to comply with this ordinance could result in revocation of the transient
business license or a penalty as prescribed in § 110.99 of the City of Murray
Code of Ordinances.
12. The provisions of this ordinance shall not be interpreted to be in contravention
of KRS 365.
(ORD. 2016-1697, past 4/28/16)
City of Murray - 104 North 5
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, Suite C - Murray, KY 42071 - Phone (270) 762-0300 - Fax (270) 762-0331
TRANSIENT BUSINESS LICENSE AND PERMIT APPLICATION
General Regulations
Transient businesses are permitted only in B-2, B-3, B-4 and Industrial (I) zoning districts and as a Conditional
Use in a B-1.
Must be located a minimum of 500 feet from all other transient businesses.
Transient businesses are not permitted to be at a location more than 90 days per calendar year.
Type of Permit: ____1 Day ____3 Day ____7 Day ____30 Day ____60 Day ____ 90 Day
Start Date: _______________ End Date: _______________ (Runs in consecutive days)
Location of Transient Business: _______________________________________________________________
Name of Business: _________________________________________________________________________
Business Owner: ____________________________________________ Phone #: ____________________
Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________________
Check Ownership Type: Sole Proprietor Partnership Corporation LLC LLP
Business Identification # (Tax ID#, EIN#, or last 6 SSN):* ________________
*A separate application is needed for all businesses that operate under the above business identification number.
Description of Business: __________________________________________________________________
Have you previously operated as a transient business in the City of Murray? ____Yes ____No
Will your transient business require the preparation & distribution of food products? ____Yes ____No
If yes, a current health permit issued by the Calloway County Health Department must be submitted.
The following documents must be submitted along with this application for approval:
Copy of lease agreement or similar document from property owner
Site Plan - The site plan shall include a mapped location of the proposed business, including existing parking
spaces, roadways, sidewalks, setbacks, and buildings; it should also entail measurements of distance from
proposed display/enclosure to nearby parking spaces, roadways, sidewalks, and buildings. Aerial
photography, existing surveys, or plat will suffice for this purpose. The site plan shall include any
photography of tents, trailers, stands, etc. that will be used. The City of Murray has the right to review and/or
reject any site plan submitted. Once approved by the City, all site plans must be maintained by the transient
business with the duration of the permit. Any deviation from the site plan by the transient business may
result in revocation of the permit and the transient business activity shall be terminated.
Sign Permit Application (if applicable)
A copy of any local, state or federal permit that is required for your business (i.e. Health department or State
Fireworks permits)
Signature: ________________________________________________________________ Date: __________________
OFFICIAL USE ONLY
Zoning Location:________ Sign Permit ___Yes ___No CUP Required? ___Yes ___No Health Dept Permit ___Yes ___No
Classification:_______________________________ Fee Amount $____________ Business License#____________
___Approved ___Denied _________________________________________________________ Permit Expires ____________
Zoning Official Date