(A) Authorization. Subject to the limitations of this section, accessory uses are permitted in any zoning district, and accessory structures are permitted in any zoning district other than the B Business District, in connection with any principal use lawfully existing within the district.
(B) Definition. For the purposes of this chapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ACCESSORY STRUCTURE OR USE. A structure or use that:
(a) Is subordinate in extent and purpose to, and serves, a principal structure or use;
(b) Is customarily found as an incident to the principal structure or use;
(c) Contributes to the comfort, convenience or necessity of those occupying, working at or being served by the principal structure or use;
(d) Except as otherwise expressly authorized by the provisions of this chapter, is located in its entirety on the same zoning lot as the principal structure or use; and
(e) Is under the same ownership and control as the principal structure or use.
(C) Certificate of zoning compliance. When required by § 153.226, certificates of compliance evidencing the compliance of the accessory use or structure with the provisions of this chapter shall be obtained before any accessory use or structure is established or constructed.
(D) Special regulations applicable to particular accessory structures and uses. In addition to the requirements of subsection (E) below, the following regulations shall apply to particular accessory structures and uses.
(1) Storage. Outdoor storage shall not be allowed as an accessory use, except as otherwise expressly permitted by this chapter and except for the outdoor storage of materials such as firewood, compost and mulch.
(2) No accessory parking in single-family residential districts. Except when approved as part of a special use permit application, parking lots required for or accessory to any business use shall not be permitted on any lot in any single-family residential district.
(E) Use, bulk, space and yard regulations. Except as expressly provided otherwise in this section, every accessory structure and use shall comply with the use, bulk, space and yard requirements made applicable to them by the regulations of the district in which they are located.
(Ord. 1018, passed 6-22-2009)