§ 155.634 SETBACK ENCROACHMENT REGULATIONS.
   (A)   Every part of every required setback shall be open and unobstructed from the ground to the sky, except as hereinafter provided or as otherwise permitted in this subchapter.
   (B)   Setback Encroachment Regulations Table.
Table 155.634 Setback Encroachment Regulations
Type
Maximum Setback Encroachment
Maximum Dimensions
Additional Regulations
Front
Side
Street Side
Rear
Table 155.634 Setback Encroachment Regulations
Type
Maximum Setback Encroachment
Maximum Dimensions
Additional Regulations
Front
Side
Street Side
Rear
Sills or Belt Courses
1 foot
1 foot
1 foot
1 foot
N/A
N/A
Cornices, Eaves, Gutters, Overhangs, and Retractable Awnings
1/3 of required setback
1/3 of required setback
1/3 of required setback
1/3 of required setback
5 feet regardless of setback
For yards less than 5 feet, shall not exceed 1/2 of the setback width.
Chimney, Fireplace, or Pilaster
2 feet
2 feet
2 feet
2 feet
N/A
N/A
Moveable Awnings
1 foot
1 foot
1 foot
1 foot
N/A
Shall only be placed over doors and windows
Fire Escapes, Stairways, and Balconies (unenclosed)
3 feet 8 inches
3 feet 8 inches
3 feet 8 inches
5 feet
N/A
Applicable in multi-family or hotel uses
Unroofed Porches or Terraces
5 feet
3 feet
3 feet
10 feet
N/A
First floor only, except for railings.
Hoods, Canopies, or Marquees
1/3 of required setback
1/3 of required setback
1/3 of required setback
1/3 of required setback
5 feet regardless of setback
Shall be a minimum of 1 foot away from any lot line.
HVAC or Emergency Generator
Not Allowed
Not restricted
Not restricted
Not restricted
N/A
Single-family districts only
Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Tanks (below ground)
Not restricted
Not restricted
Not restricted
Not restricted
N/A
N/A
 
(Ord. 2021-02, adopted 3-17-21; sought to be reconsidered, Commission passed 4-21-2021)