(A) General height standards. Refer to the Bulk Use Standards Matrix in Chapter 154, Appendix B of this chapter.
(B) Exceptions. No structure may be erected or charged so as to make its height greater than specified in the applicable zoning district, except as noted below. For the purpose of this section, the height of church steeples, chimneys, and other structures which are attached or otherwise a part of another structure shall be measured from grade level.
(1) General exceptions. The following structures may exceed the permitted height regulations by two-fold (x2):
(a) Church steeples;
(b) Spires, belfries, and cupolas; and
(c) Industrial related storage tanks, mechanical equipment, and smokestacks.
(2) Telecommunications towers and antenna. The height of telecommunication towers and antenna shall comply with the height requirements of this chapter. Refer to Chapter 154, Appendix B, Bulk Use Standards Matrix.
(3) Amateur radio towers. Amateur radio towers shall meet the requirements of the specific use standards of § 154.064 of this chapter.
(4) Necessary appurtenances. The following structural elements may exceed the permitted height standards for the zoning district in which they are located by up to ten feet:
(a) Necessary mechanical appurtenances;
(b) Utility substations and related essential facilities;
(c) Water tanks;
(d) Chimneys;
(e) Fire towers;
(f) Stair towers;
(g) Stage bulkheads; and
(h) Elevator bulkheads.
(5) Agricultural structures. All structures in a zoning district where agriculture is allowed that are used in agricultural products storage and/or processing may exceed the permitted height standards for the district in which they are located and be erected to any height that is necessary for their operation. This exemption shall not be interpreted as applying to commercial agricultural structures, such as commercial grain terminals and similar uses.
(6) Water towers. Water towers may exceed the permitted height standards for the zoning district in which they are located and may be erected to a maximum height of 200 feet.
(C) FAA requirements. Nothing in this chapter, including the exceptions listed above shall be interpreted as waiving any height regulations related to air travel. All applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) restrictions and regulations shall apply to all structures.
(Ord. 121410, passed 1-11-2011)