Accessory structures shall comply with the following area limitations:
A. Attached Buildings: Buildings/garages attached to the principal building shall not exceed one thousand (1,000) square feet and shall be subject to all building and setback requirements of the principal structure.
B. Detached Buildings:
1. Detached accessory buildings shall comply with the following area limitations:
Lot Area | Maximum Floor Area Allowed Without Conditional Use Permit | Maximum Floor Area Allowed With Conditional Use Permit |
1 acre and under | 250 square feet, except as provided in subsection B2 of this section | 1,000 square feet |
Over 1 acre | 1,000 square feet | 1,500 square feet |
2. Within R-2, urban (small lot) single-family residential districts, detached accessory buildings up to one thousand (1,000) square feet in size shall be allowed without a conditional use permit provided that:
a. The home located upon the subject property does not have an attached garage.
b. The detached accessory building is utilized as a garage by persons who reside upon the subject property.
c. No other detached accessory structures exist upon the subject property. Existing detached accessory structures located upon the property shall be removed prior to the issuance of building permit for the new (or replacement) accessory structure.
d. Driveway access is provided to the detached accessory building via an improved (paved) public right of way or private street approved by the city.
e. Driveway surfacing material and curb cuts widths are consistent with the requirements of section 11-9-8 of this title. (Ord. 129, 3-24-2016)
C. Calculation Of Area: The area of an accessory building shall be comprised of the floor area lying beneath a roof and within the building footprint. The building footprint shall be considered the area lying within a perimeter of pier foundation. Roof overhangs, eaves and cantilevers as allowed by section 11-6-11 of this chapter projecting beyond the building footprint shall not be considered in the calculation of accessory building area. (Ord. 5, 12-14-2006)