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6-6(G)   PERMIT - CARPORT
All applicable provisions of Section 14-16-6-4 (General Procedures) apply unless specifically modified by the provisions of this Subsection 14-16-6-6(G).
6-6(G)(1)   Applicability
This Subsection 14-16-6-6(G) applies to all applications for a carport in a required front or side setback.
6-6(G)(2)   Procedure
6-6(G)(2)(a)   The City Planning Department staff shall review the application and forward a recommendation to the ZHE pursuant to all applicable provisions of Section 14-16-6-4 (General Procedures).
6-6(G)(2)(b)   The ZHE shall conduct a public hearing on the application and make a written decision on the application pursuant to all applicable provisions of Section 14-16-6-4 (General Procedures).
6-6(G)(3)   Review and Decision Criteria
An application for a Permit - Carport shall be approved if all of the following criteria are met.
6-6(G)(3)(a)   The carport would strengthen or reinforce the architectural character of the surrounding area.
6-6(G)(3)(b)   The carport would not be injurious to adjacent properties, the surrounding neighborhood, or the larger community.
6-6(G)(3)(c)   The design of the carport complies with the provisions in Subsection 14-16-5-5(F)(2)(a)3 (Carports).
6-6(G)(3)(d)   No carport wall is a hazard to traffic visibility, as determined by the Traffic Engineer.
6-6(G)(3)(e)   The carport is not taller than the primary building on the lot.