(a) A projection is that part or feature of a building which extends or projects outside of the enclosing walls. It is intended that certain features may project into required yards but they shall be regulated so as not to substantially interfere with the reception of sun, light, air and the use of adjacent lots as follows.
(b) Building features may project into a front, side or rear yard of a dwelling measured from the established yard line, as follows:
(1) Architectural feature. A belt course, balcony, cornice, butter or chimney may project into a front and side yard for a distance of two feet, provided that no part is less than three feet from any side lot line.
(2) Entrance feature. An open platform, landing, steps, terrace or other feature, not extending above the first floor level of a building, may extend six feet into a front yard and three feet into a side yard.
(3) Enclosed shelters. An enclosed entry or porch shall not project into any required yard area.
(4) Unenclosed shelters. An entrance hood or open but roofed porch may project six feet into a front yard and three feet into a side yard.
(Ord. 97-215. Passed 4-21-98.)