Tempe restricts customer and client traffic to home-based businesses. Home occupations should not generate traffic beyond what is normal for a residential neighborhood. High-traffic businesses are directed to commercial zones.
Home occupations in Tempe must not generate traffic, parking, or deliveries substantially greater than normal residential levels. Customer visits should be limited and by appointment only where possible. The business may not cause congestion, require additional on-street parking, or result in frequent commercial deliveries. Businesses that inherently generate significant customer traffic must operate from commercial-zoned properties.
Excessive traffic complaints may trigger code enforcement investigation. Businesses generating inappropriate traffic levels may be ordered to cease operations at the residential location or reduce customer visits.
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