All accessory structures shall meet the following standards:
A. Timing Of Construction: An accessory use or structure of one thousand (1,000) square feet is allowed prior to construction of the principal structure, with issuance of a building permit for said principal structure.
B. Use Restrictions: Accessory structures shall not be used for residential occupancy or commercial purposes.
C. Location Of Structures: The following standards apply to the location of freestanding accessory structures:
1. Permitted locations of accessory uses and structures are shown in table 8-2-3-2, "Permitted Locations Of Accessory Uses", of this section.
PERMITTED LOCATIONS OF ACCESSORY USES
Use Or Structure | Yard | ||
Front | Interior Side | Rear1 | |
Garages or carports, detached | X | X | X |
Open sided summer houses and gazebos | X2 | X | |
Sheds and storage buildings for garden equipment and household items | X2 | X | |
Swimming pools, private | X2 | X | |
Decks more than 2 feet above grade | X2 | X | |
Notes:
1. If the rear yard is also a street yard, the permitted accessory structure must be located at least 10 feet from any property line.
2. The structure may be located in a side yard (excluding street yard) of a lot having an area of 1 acre or more in size, provided that the structure is located at least 20 feet behind the extended front plane of the principal building.
2. The location of freestanding accessory structures to multi- family or attached dwellings shall be approved during the land development review process to ensure that essential access is safe and the structures do not create a nuisance to the adjoining properties.
D. Swimming Pools: Swimming pools must be fenced with at least a four foot (4') fence with a gate that is self-latching and self- locking. Alternatively, a swimming pool may be equipped with a power safety cover that complies with the international building code in place of the fence; or a barrier may be mounted on top of the pool to protect it from unauthorized use.
E. Maximum Building Area: The maximum area for accessory buildings and structures on any lot shall not exceed five thousand (5,000) square feet.
F. Maximum Height: One story or twenty five feet (25'), whichever is lower.
G. Height Measurement: Accessory structure height is calculated by measuring the vertical distance from the average finished ground level around the base of the structure to the highest point on the structure. (Ord. 10-001, 1-12-2010)