The following requirements apply to all accessory uses and structures located in any residential zoning district:
(a) Location: Accessory buildings and structures shall be located completely to the rear of the principal structure and shall be no closer than ten (10) feet from any part of the principal structure. Accessory buildings and structures shall be located no closer than eight (8) feet of the side or rear property line, provided the provisions of Section 1121.03 are met, with the exception that storage sheds two-hundred (200) square feet or smaller may be located within two (2) feet of the side and rear property lines upon approval of the Community Development Coordinator. Accessory uses and structures shall not be located within a recorded easement.
(b) Exterior: Accessory structures shall have an exterior which is aesthetically compatible in appearance to the principal building or structure on the parcel or lot.
(c) Size: The maximum permitted size of an accessory structure shall be based on the following lot categories on which the accessory structure is to be located:
(1) Lot Size One (1) Acre or Less: An accessory building or structure shall be no larger than fourteen-hundred (1400) square feet, shall contain no more than one (1) story, side walls shall be no higher than ten (10) feet, shall not exceed a total height of eighteen (18) feet as measured from the floor to the top of the roof, and no door serving the accessory building or structure shall exceed ten (10) feet in height.
(2) Lot Size over One (1) Acre: Any proposed accessory building or structure over fourteen-hundred (1400) square feet or larger than one (1) story shall be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Board for review. Criteria for approval shall include, but is not limited to, the compatibility with surrounding residential structures, compatibility with the aesthetic appearance of the general neighborhood, and any possible detrimental impact on the surrounding neighborhood.
(d) Maintenance: Accessory buildings and structures shall be maintained in good condition and kept secure from the deteriorating effect of natural elements.
(e) Quantity. If more than one accessory building or structure is proposed on a single residential lot, prior approval of the Planning and Zoning Board shall be required.
(Ord. 19-20. Passed 11-4-20.)