(a) Measurement. Rear yard depth shall be measured from the rear lot line to the building line. Where a lot abuts a service street or alley, the rear yard shall be measured from the right-of-way line of the existing street or alley.
(b) Accessory Uses or Structures. Accessory uses or structures may be allowed in a rear yard, subject to requirements of Section 1185.01.
(c) Architectural Features. Cornices, canopies, eaves, pilasters, sills or other architectural features may project into a rear yard no more than three (3) feet with a minimum of two (2) feet maintained to any adjoining lot line.