(A) A little free library is a "take a book, return a book" gathering place where neighbors share their favorite literature and stories. In its most basic form, a little free library is a box full of books where anyone may stop by and pick up a book (or two) and bring back another book to share.
(B) Little free libraries are permitted to be placed on single-family residential lots, church properties and public or parochial school properties. These are considered an accessory structure and accessory use to the property and shall conform to the following guidelines:
(1) The little free library shall not be located in or overhang the public street right-of-way or any public or utility easement and shall be at least five feet behind the curb;
(2) The associated structures shall not obstruct vehicular, bicycle or pedestrian traffic, either physically or by a person utilizing the little free library;
(3) The structures shall not obstruct access aisles or paths utilized by persons in wheelchairs or for ADA accessibility;
(4) The little free library must be placed in the front yard between the face of the house or building and the street right-of-way. At its discretion, the village may make exceptions for churches and schools which may be approved administratively by the Village Manager;
(5) The library structure shall be designed to hold books. The overall structure shall be limited to a height not to exceed 66 inches; a width not to exceed 30 inches; a depth not to exceed 18 inches; and the box height shall not exceed 30 inches from the ground on which it is placed;
(6) The structures shall be anchored to the ground or securely attached to something having a permanent location on the ground;
(7) The structure shall be maintained and kept in good repair at all times; and
(8) There shall be a limit of one little free library per address.
(C) A little free library meeting the above conditions will not be subject to any permits or special licensing requirements.
(Ord. 441, passed 8-23-2016)