(a) In all zoning districts, a clear corner area for sight visibility purposes shall be provided at the intersection of all streets, alley ways and private driveways in accordance with the following:
(1) The following shall be prohibited within the clear sight triangle.
A. Monument signs.
B. Hedges or shrubbery.
(2) The following shall not be erected, placed, planted, or allowed to grow over 30 inches in height above the nearest street curb elevation within a clear sight triangle:
A. Fences and walls.
B. Signs.
C. Structures.
D. Mounds.
E. Other visual obstructions.
(3) The requirements for clear sight triangles shall not apply to:
A. Traffic safety devices.
B. Trees trimmed to eight feet above the adjoining curb.
C. Utility poles.
D. Other government/utility devices.
E. Freestanding signs where the lower edge of the sign is eight feet or more above the adjoining curb and the supporting structures are no more the 12" in diameter.
(4) Clear sight triangles are right angles that shall be measured as follows:
A. The 90 degree angle is formed by the intersection of either:
1. The intersection of the edges of two roadways as measured at the edge of their ultimate planned right-of-way; or
2. The intersection of the edge of a private driveway or alley and the edge of the ultimate planned right-of-way of an intersecting roadway.
B. The two 45-degree angles of a clear sight triangle shall each be located as follows (See Figure 10-1
and 10-2
):
1. 30 feet from roadway intersections.
2. 10 feet from the intersections of alleys or driveways.
(b) No structure or projection shall be permitted within three (3) feet of any lot line except as provided for in Table 10-1
.
[Ord. No. 515, Exhibit E, 5/22/13; Ord. No. 528, Exhibit F, 9/10/14.]
Feature | Front and Street Side Yards | Rear | Interior Side Yards and Courts | Maximum Projection Above Height Limit |
Maximum Projection Into Yard Area (a) | Maximum Projection Into Rear Yard Area | Maximum Projection Into Side Yard Area (a) |
Feature | Front and Street Side Yards | Rear | Interior Side Yards and Courts | Maximum Projection Above Height Limit |
Maximum Projection Into Yard Area (a) | Maximum Projection Into Rear Yard Area | Maximum Projection Into Side Yard Area (a) | ||
Antenna/Satellite Dishes | Not permitted | Allowed - see Chapter 17.80 | Not permitted | See Chapter 17.80 |
Awnings | 4'0" | 4'0" | 2'0" | Not permitted |
Balconies or Stairways and Stairway Landings | 2'6" | 2'6" | 2'0" | Not permitted |
Bay Windows (b) | 4'0" | 4'0" | 2'0" | N/A |
Chimneys | 4'0" | 4'0" | 2'0" | Per minimum height above roof established by the UBC |
Architectural Projections: Cornices, Eaves, Porte Cochere, and Roof Overhangs | 2'0" | 4'0" | 2'0" | Not permitted |
Decks 30" Above Grade, Not To Exceed First Story or 7'6" | Not permitted | 4'0" (c) | 2'0" | N/A |
Patios, Open (d) Patios, Enclosed(d) | Not permitted in Front Yard; 4'0" projection permitted into Side Yard Not permitted | 15'0" and minimum 5' from rear lot line | Not allowed | Not permitted |
Swimming Pools and Spas (5,000+ gal.) | Not permitted in front yard (e) | No closer than 5'0" to any property line | Not permitted, except in Street Side Yard | N/A |
Barbeque Structures • Without Sink • With Sink | Not permitted Not permitted | No closer than 1'0" to any property line No closer than 3'0" to any property line | No closer than 1'0" to any property line No closer than 3'0" to any property line | N/A N/A |
Pool Equipment (5,000+ gal.) | Not permitted in Front Yard; See note (e) for Street Side Yards | May project any distance into rear yard, provided the following distances are maintained: • If adjacent to open space, non-residential zoning district, or street, must be at least 5 feet from any property line • If adjacent to other residence(s), must be at least 10 feet from rear property line, 5 feet from side property line. | 2'0" | N/A |
HVAC, Mech. Equip., Window-Mounted Air Conditioners | Not permitted | 3"0" | 2'0" | Not permitted |
Wind Energy Conversion Systems | Not permitted | No closer than 5'0" to any property line (f) | No closer than 5'0" to any property line (f) | 40'0" in DL Zone. |
Solar Energy Conversion Systems | Not permitted | No closer than 5'0" to any property line | No closer than 5'0" to any property line | Not permitted |
Notes for Table 10-1:
(a) On a corner lot, projections permitted in a front yard setback also apply to a street side yard.
(b) Bay windows shall have no livable area, except a bench seat, and shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the length of the wall containing the window.
(c) For decks in rear yards where the rear yard abuts public open space or permanent private open space that is maintained by the City, a homeowners’ association, or similar entity, the deck may project to within five (5) feet of the rear property line.
(d) These projections apply to the patio structure itself, and not to any paving or other “flatwork” less than thirty (30) inches above grade that does not require a building permit.
(e) Pool or spa and associated equipment may project into Street Side Yard, but must maintain five (5) foot separation from side property line.
(c) Nothing shall be placed or allowed to grow in the clear corner area in a manner which obstructs visibility or threatens vehicular or pedestrian safety, as determined by the City Engineer.
(d) Traffic control devices, traffic signs, utility poles, transformers, or pedestals or other traffic control devices or street furniture in excess of thirty (30) inches in height may be located within the clear corner area.
(e) Due to roadway geometrics and traffic characteristics, a greater visibility area may be required to minimize visual obstruction to motorist and pedestrians, as determined by the City Engineer.
[Ord. No. 502, Section 5, 4/27/11; Ord. No. 515, Exhibit E, 5/22/13; Ord. No. 528, Exhibit F, 9/10/14.]