An encroachment is the extension or placement of an accessory structure or architectural feature into a required setback. Permitted encroachments are indicated in Table 8-1: Permitted Encroachments into Required Setbacks. Section 15.802 contains regulations on additional accessory structures and architectural features not listed in Table 8-1 below, which may include additional permissions or restrictions for their permitted encroachment into required setbacks.
Front Setback | Corner Side Setback | Interior Side Setback | Rear Setback | |
Accessibility Ramp | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Air Conditioner Window Unit Max. projection of 18' from building wall | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Arbor, Trellis-Attached | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Arbor, Trellis-Detached | N | N | N | Y |
Awning or Sunshade Max. of 3' into setback | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Bay Window Max. of 5' into any setback Mln. of 24" above ground | N | Y | Y | Y |
Chimney Max. of 18" into setback | N | Y | Y | Y |
Eaves Max, of 3'into setback | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Flagpole Max. height of 40' Min. of 20' from any lot line | Y | Y | N | Y |
Lawn Decorations, Exterior Lighting | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Playground Equipment Prohibited in front of front building line Min. of 20' from any lot line | N | N | N | Y |
Porch - Unenclosed Max. of 5' into front or corner side setback (Enclosed porches are considered part of the principal structure) | Y | Y | N | N |
Retaining Wall Min. of 5' from any lot line | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Sills, belt course, cornices, and ornamental features Max. of 3'into setback | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Steps & Stoops Max. of 4' into setback | Y | Y | Y | N |
(Ord. 885, passed 11-21-2023)