(A) Accessory uses and structures such as private garages, tool sheds, fences, retaining walls, and landscaping are permitted in all districts in conjunction with a primary use or structure provided the accessory use does not change the character of the district in which it is located.
(B) The accessory structures authorized hereunder shall not include trailers, mobile homes, or any other structure or containment system originally created or manufactured for some purpose other than that purpose for which the accessory use is intended. Accessory uses require a permit prior to construction or placement.
(1) Fences may be permitted as an accessory use upon the following.
(a) Fences may not be greater than eight feet in height and must be oriented such that the non-exposed post side, good side, of the fence will face outward from the property.
(b) No fence shall be constructed so as to obstruct or restrict vehicular line of sight to a street or an intersection.
(c) If the location of the fence is agreed upon by the neighbor regarding the location of such fence with the property line, a written statement to that fact must be furnished to the Building Commissioner.
(d) If the property line is not established, a survey must be obtained.
(e) If the property line is established and the neighbor disagrees with the location of the property line, said fence must be set back four to six inches from the property line.
(f) Prior to acquiring a building permit, a drawing/sketch must be provided to the Building Commissioner to show the location of the fence in regard to the property line.
(g) Nothing contained herein shall be construed to add to or detract from state law regarding adverse possession and/or acquiescence.
(h) All fencing must receive a permit regardless of the cost of the project.
(2) A private swimming pool may be permitted as an accessory use if it is surrounded by a wall or fence at least five feet high so as to prevent uncontrolled access by children.
(C) A mobile home may be permitted as an accessory use in the A-1 district if it is in conjunction with an existing permanent dwelling unit situated on at least one acre of land and if the mobile home is occupied by a relative or employee of the family resident in the permanent dwelling unit.
(Ord. 1564, passed 8-2-2010).