(A) General.
(1) Principal and accessory structure setback dimensions are measured from property lines to the outer edge of the structure footing or foundation. In the absence of permanent footings or foundations, the setback shall be measured from the outer wall of a building or closest part of a structure to the property line. Unless otherwise specified in this chapter all structures shall meet the setback requirements established for principal structures. No structure with permanent footings or foundations shall be located within any public easement area.
(2) Structure setback requirements and dimensional standards for all zoning districts are illustrated in § 153.043. Special requirements for accessory structures are included in § 153.042. Special requirements for fencing are included in § 153.076. Special requirements for signs are located in § 153.077. Special requirements for structures located within state shoreland areas are included in § 153.046.
(B) Yard areas.
(1) The yard area abutting public right-of-way shall be considered the front yard. Corner lots shall have front yards abutting both public rights-of-way.
(2) On corner lots, both yard areas opposite the public rights-of-way shall be considered side yards.
(3) In any instance where a lot abuts parallel public rights-of-way, the front yard shall be the area abutting the public right-of-way where access is gained. The opposite yard area shall be considered the rear yard.
(C) Exceptions. The following are exceptions to structure setback requirements:
(1) Roof overhangs, cornices, eaves, awnings, and similar structural or architectural components, provided the encroachment is three feet or less.
(2) Door steps, landings, unenclosed porches, and similar features, provided the encroachment is five feet or less and any porch or landing is no greater than 40 square feet in area.
(3) Cantilevered windows, greenhouses, or other enclosures, provided the encroachment is three feet or less.
(4) Uncovered and unenclosed ground level decks or patios, provided the encroachment is no more than 1/2 the principal structure side yard and rear yard setback and no more than 1/3 the principal structure front yard setback.
(5) Rear yard, uncovered and unenclosed decks, supported by post footings and unenclosed around the post footings or below the deck, provided the encroachment is ten feet or less. On corner lots with two front yards and two side yards, a similar encroachment is allowed on the rear of the principal structure or attached to the wall opposite from the side of the principal structure where driveway access is gained.
(Ord. 150, passed 2-22-2000; Ord. passed 3- -2007)