(Accessory buildings shall occupy the same lot as the main use or building.)
(a) Accessory Garages and or Structures. Accessory garages and or structures in residential areas, unless a part of the principal building, shall conform with all front, side and rear yard requirements for the principal building and shall not consume more than fifty percent (50%) of the first floor area of the principal building. Where the primary structure is one story, accessory garages and/or structures shall not be more than one story in height and the height is limited to sixteen feet measured from floor level to the peak of the roof. Where the primary structure is two or more stories, accessory garages and/or structures shall not be more than two stories in height and the height is limited to thirty-two feet measured from floor level to the peak of the roof. No accessory garage and/or structure shall be used for human habitation or converted to a place of residence, dwelling, or abode. (Passed 4-23-12)
(b) Lot Utilization for Driveway and Parking. Except when necessary to meet off-street parking requirements, as noted in Chart 5 for residential uses, not more than twenty percent (20%) of the area of the front yard nor more than fifty percent (50%) of the area of the rear yard shall be utilized for driveways or parking in a residential district.
(c) Private Outdoor swimming Pools, Hot Tubs, and Spas. A private outdoor swimming pool is permitted as an accessory use to a residential structure provided that: such swimming pool is for the private use of the residents of the dwelling unit or for their guests; the swimming pool is protected by a four foot high fence with an entryway that locks; and such swimming pool is not located closer than ten feet to any property line.
(d) Regulations for Ground Satellite Stations Used Solely for the Occupants of the Property.
(1) Within the residential districts the following provisions shall apply to satellite ground stations or other antennas designed to transmit or receive radio or television signals to or from earth satellites:
A. Such ground stations or antennas shall be for the personal use of residents and their guests only.
B. Such ground stations or antennas shall contain no graphic message or advertising.
C. Ground-mounted stations or antennas shall be considered accessory structures and shall comply with the following conditions and requirements:
1. Such stations or antennas not mounted on the roof of a primary or accessory structure shall be located to the rear of the principal building or structure and shall not exceed an above ground height of twelve feet nor exceed twelve feet in diameter.
2. Such stations or antennas shall not be located closer than ten feet to a rear or side lot line, twenty-five feet from a front lot line or one foot from any easement.
3. Such stations or antennas shall be mounted in a concrete base in line with grade and only supports of rust-resistant metal shall be utilized.
4. Wiring between such station and any other structure shall be placed underground.
5. Such stations or antennas shall be designed to withstand a wind force of up to seventy miles per hour without the use of supporting guy wires.
D. Roof-mounted stations or antennas shall be considered accessory structures and shall comply with the following conditions and requirements:
1. Such stations or antennas shall be mounted directly on the roof of a primary or accessory structure and shall not be mounted on appurtenances such as chimneys, towers or spires.
2. Such stations or antennas mounted on the roof of a primary or accessory structure shall not exceed a height of greater than three feet above the roof on which it is mounted. The height shall be measured vertically from the point at which such station or antenna is mounted on the roof.
3. The diameter of any dish antenna mounted upon the roof of a primary or accessory structure shall not exceed three feet.
4. Such stations or antennas shall be designed to withstand a wind force of up to seventy miles per hour without the use of supporting guy wires.
(2) Within nonresidential districts, the following provisions shall apply to satellite ground stations or other antennas designed to transmit or receive radio or television signals to or from earth satellites.
A. Such ground stations or antennas shall contain no graphic message or advertising.
B. Ground-mounted stations or antennas shall be considered accessory structures and shall comply with the following conditions and requirements:
1. Such stations or antennas not mounted on the roof of a primary or accessory structure shall be located to the rear of the principal building or structure and shall not exceed an aboveground height of twelve feet nor exceed twelve feet in diameter.
2. Such stations or antennas shall not be located within ten feet of any lot line and not closer than fifty feet from a lot line of a residential district.
3. Such stations or antennas shall be mounted in a concrete base in line with grade and only supports of rust-resistant metal shall be utilized.
4. Wiring between such station and any other structure shall be placed underground.
5. Such stations or antennas shall be designed to withstand a wind force of up to seventy miles per hour without the use of supporting guy wires.
C. Roof-mounted stations or antennas shall be considered accessory structures and shall comply with the following conditions and requirements:
1. Such stations or antennas shall be mounted directly on the roof of a primary or accessory structure and shall not be mounted on appurtenances such as chimneys, towers or spires. (Ord. 6-00. Passed 8-14-00.)
(e) Utility buildings and storage sheds not exceeding 12 feet by 16 feet in size shall be required to maintain a setback of 6 feet from the side and 6 feet from the rear property lines. Any structure larger than 12 feet by 16 feet shall be deemed an accessory detached garage and shall be governed by subsection (a) hereof. All utility buildings and storage sheds shall be located in the rear or side yard. No such building shall be in a front yard. These setbacks are applicable to all residential zones or any zone that has residential setback stipulations. Where the primary structure is one story, utility buildings and storage sheds shall not be more than one story in height and the height is limited to sixteen feet measured from floor level to the peak of the roof. Where the primary structure is two or more stories, utility buildings and storage sheds shall not be more than two stories in height and the height is limited to thirty-two feet measured from floor level to the peak of the roof. No utility building or storage shed shall be used for human habitation or converted to a place of residence, dwelling, or abode. (Passed 4-23-12)
(f) Fences shall be allowed by permit, however, no fence exceeding 48 inches in height shall project past the front of the structure it is surrounding. Fences are not applicable to any setback requirements.
(g) Gazebo, which by definition shall mean a roof-covered small open structure, usually round, octagonal or of similar shape, set apart from the primary structure for the purpose of gathering or resting within its shelter, shall be allowed by permit. All gazebo structures shall maintain a setback of ten feet from any lot line in all residential districts, or any zone that has residential setback stipulations.
(h) Dumpsters. In all zoning districts where the property owner utilizes a dumpster for its trash and refuse collection container, all dumpsters shall be located to the rear of the primary structure and not visible from any public right of way. Where it is impossible due to access to place a dumpster to the rear of a primary structure or where any dumpster located to the rear of the primary structure is still visible from any public right of way, said dumpster shall be fenced and surrounded to completely conceal its view.
(Ord. 6-00. Passed 8-14-00.)