Certain architectural elements are allowed to encroach forward into required yards and setbacks. These elements are considered projections. Table 1289.08-1 below assembles regulations regarding projections for residential uses and Table 1289.08-2 below assembles regulations regarding projections for non-residential uses.
(a) Measurements. All projection distances are measured horizontally, perpendicular from the façade to the outermost portion of the projection, including steps and landings. Up to two feet of overhang may be exempt from the projection measurement.
(b) Distance from Property Lines for Residential Projections. No projection permitted in Table 1289.08-1 below shall project closer than six feet from any side lot line, 20 feet from any front lot line or 30 feet from any rear lot line. No residential projection is permitted to extend closer than ten feet toward any other adjacent structure.
(c) Distance from Property Lines for Non-Residential Projections. No projection permitted in Table 1289.08-2 below shall project closer than the required minimum setback when the required yard adjoins a residential use. No non-residential projection is permitted to extend closer than ten feet from any adjacent structure or property line.
(d) Residential Projections. The table below depicts the projections and their permitted projection distance into certain required yards for residential structures and uses.
TABLE 1289.08-1 RESIDENTIAL PROJECTIONS
Maximum Projection Distance Into…
Projection | Yard | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard |
Projection | Yard | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard |
Awnings and Patio Covers | 8' | 3' | 10' or 25% of the required rear yard, whichever is less. |
Balconies | Not Permitted. | Not Permitted | 10' or 25% of the required rear yard, whichever is less. |
Bay Windows | 4' | 2' | 4' |
Chimneys & Fireplaces | 3' | 3' | 3' |
Eaves or Roof Overhangs | 3' | 3' | 3' |
Porches/Decks (including steps) | 8' | Not Permitted | 10' or 25% of the required rear yard, whichever is less. |
Stoops | 6' | Not Permitted | 6' |
(e) Non-Residential Projections. The table below depicts the projections and their permitted projection distance into certain required yards for non-residential structures and uses.
TABLE 1289.08-2 NON-RESIDENTIAL PROJECTIONS
Maximum Projection Distance Into…
Projection | Yard | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard |
Projection | Yard | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard |
Arcades | 12' | Not Permitted | 10' |
Awnings and Patio Covers | 10' | 10' | 10' |
Balconies | 10' | Not Permitted | 10' |
Bay Windows | 6' | 6' | 6' |
Canopies | 10' | 10' | 10' |
Eaves or Roof Overhangs | 4' | 4' | 4' |
Marquees | 10' | Not Permitted | Not Permitted |
Porches/Decks (including steps) | 12' | 12' | 12' |
Stoops | 6' | 4' | 6' |
(f) Design of Projections. All projections, whether on residential or non-residential structures, shall be constructed and designed with high-quality materials that match the principal structure, including, where applicable, roofing materials, trim, framing, and fascia elements. All designs and material choices shall be approved by the Development Department prior to permit approval and installation, and the Development Department may impose conditions upon the approval of permits for such projections. All projections encroaching into required yards other than bay windows and chimneys/fireplaces must remain open on at least three sides, and unconditioned parts of the building from which they project.
(Ord. 6625. Passed 1-17-17.)