(a) Table 21.60.040 sets forth development standards for accessory structures. These standards supplement the standards for the applicable zoning district. If an accessory structure is attached to the main building, such structure shall comply with the development standards for the main building.
(b) To maintain necessary fire clearance, all combustible accessory structures shall be set back a minimum of three feet from side and rear property lines, with a minimum six-foot separation between structures. For the purpose of compliance with minimum structural fire breaks, minimum setback distances for accessory structures from property lines and between accessory structures shall include all portions of the structure(s) (e.g., overhangs, projections, railings).
Table 21.60.040 Development Standards for Accessory Structures | ||||||
Accessory Structure | Minimum Setback Distance From Property Line | Minimum Distance Between Structures | Maximum Height | |||
Front1 | Street Side1 |
Interior Side | Rear
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Table 21.60.040 Development Standards for Accessory Structures | ||||||
Accessory Structure | Minimum Setback Distance From Property Line | Minimum Distance Between Structures | Maximum Height | |||
Front1 | Street Side1 |
Interior Side | Rear
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Enclosed and/or solid- roofed structure2 | 3 | 5 ft.4 | 5 ft. | 5 ft.5 | 6 ft. | 15 ft. |
Landscape features | 6 | 3 ft.6 | 3 ft. | 3 ft. | 6 ft. | 15 ft. |
Play equipment | 3 | 3 ft. | 3 ft. | 3 ft. | 6 ft.7 | 15 ft. |
Deck/patio | 3 ft. | 3 ft. | 3 ft. | 3 ft. | 6 ft.7 | N/A |
Pool/spa, including any filter, heater, or similar equipment | 3 | 5 ft. | 5 ft. | 5 ft. | 5 ft.8 | N/A |
Notes:
1. If a permanent structure is located within a utility easement community development director authorization is required prior to issuance of a building permit.
2. Accessory structures which are enclosed and solid-roofed shall be included in the calculation of maximum lot coverage.
3. The minimum setback distance shall be consistent with the minimum setback distance for the main structure in the applicable zoning district. Structures are not permitted in the required front yard area.
4. If located within the street-side yard of a corner lot abutting a key lot, the setback distance from the street shall be equal to the minimum front yard setback for the key lot.
5. Detached garage structures with access from an adjacent alley shall be located a minimum of 25 feet from the opposite side of the alley.
6. Minor structures that are part of a landscape plan may be located in the required front yard area if otherwise in compliance with the minimum landscape requirements of this title.
7. The minimum distance between structures is required if one or both structures are combustible.
8. In accordance with uniform code requirements adopted by the city, pools shall be set back a minimum of 10 feet from any sliding glass door opening.
(Ord. 612 Exhibit A (part), 2008).