§ 157.030 GENERAL YARD REGULATIONS.

   Every part of a required yard shall remain open, with the following exceptions:

   (A)   Sills, belt courses, buttresses, chimneys, ornamental features, and eaves, but not porches, may project into a required side yard not more than 12 inches, and into a required front or rear yard not more than four feet. A four-foot side yard shall be maintained beyond the projection.

   (B)   Open or enclosed fire escapes, fireproof outside stairways, and balconies may project into a required yard not more than four feet. A four-foot side yard shall be maintained beyond the projection.

   (C)   Unenclosed carports which are attached to a dwelling may extend to within four feet of any side property line (not a corner lot line). This distance shall be measured from the furthest projection of the carport to the lot line.

   (D)   Eaves and awnings attached to existing structures for solar energy and/or protection, may extend into a required yard not more than four feet. A four-foot side yard shall be maintained beyond the projection.

   (E)   Accessory structures and uses may in certain instances be located in required yards. See §§ 157.035 and 157.036.

(Ord. 101-1986, passed 10-7-86) Penalty, see § 157.999