(A)
Mechanical units located on the ground shall be located in the rear or side yard not closer than two feet to adjoining property. When attached to a building, the mechanical equipment shall be architecturally integrated or appropriately screened by shrubbery or fencing so as to not be visible from neighboring property.Fences shall comply with the requirements of § 8.61 of the city’s code of ordinances.
(B) If located on the roof of a building or in a location that cannot otherwise be screened, the equipment shall be enclosed or designed in a manner that is architecturally integrated with the building where it is located.
(C) A permit shall be required for any mechanical equipment proposed to be placed within a side yard or adjacent to an accessory building, in accordance with the following.
(1) A request shall be filed with the Director of Public Works on a form provided for that purpose, along with a filing fee in an amount established by the City Commission.
(2) In evaluating the permit request, the Director of Public Works shall consider the following:
(a) The proposed type and quality of screening;
(b) The adjacent land use;
(c) The width of the side yard and distance to neighboring buildings;
(d) The proximity of residential uses;
(e) The level of noise or sound to be emitted by the mechanical equipment; and
(f) Such other factors relevant to the specific proposed location.
(Ord. effective 11-29-2013; Ord. effective 3-30-2023; Ord. effective 2-19-2024)