(A) Definition. For the purposes of this section, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ACCESSORY STRUCTURE. A structure, the use of which is incidental to that of the principal or main structure, and which structure is located on the same lot or parcel as the main or principal building.
(B) Accessory structures in residential districts. The maximum height of an accessory structure shall be 25 feet and shall comply with all applicable minimum yard setback requirements, except that:
(1) An accessory structure ten feet or less in height may be setback a minimum of five feet from a side yard line.
(2) An accessory structure that exceeds the height of the principal residential structure located on the same lot or parcel, or on an adjacent lot or parcel under common ownership shall be set back a minimum of 50 feet from the front property line, ten feet from a side or rear property line, and 15 feet from a side street right of way for corner lots.
(3) Any enclosed or unenclosed accessory structure erected on a lot or parcel shall be compatible with the existing principal building on the lot or parcel and shall be anchored down. The following factors shall be taken into consideration in evaluating an accessory structure’s compatibility with the principal structure: color, exterior building materials, height, and building design. All siding and roofing materials must have a painted or baked-on color surface. Uncolored, galvanized, or corrugated metal material shall not be permitted. Commercial storage or shipping containers shall not be permitted. A zoning compliance permit shall be obtained before any accessory building is placed on a lot or parcel. A zoning compliance permit may include conditions requiring the modification of the accessory structure to minimize its incompatibility with the principal structure.
(C) Accessory structures in commercial and industrial districts. The height of accessory structures shall not exceed the height of the main or principal structure and shall comply with all applicable minimum yard setback requirements.
(Ord. 09-12-22-01, passed 10-17-2022)