(A) An accessory structure is defined as a structure not exceeding 600 square feet in size, unfinished on the interior, which can be used only for parking and limited storage. The structure shall not be used for human habitation including, but not limited to, work, sleeping, living, cooking or restroom areas and shall be low-valued and representing a minimal investment.
(B) The structure shall be constructed and placed on the building site so as to offer the minimum resistance to the flow of flood waters.
(C) The structure shall be designed to have low flood damage potential and constructed with flood-resistant materials.
(D) The structure shall be firmly anchored to prevent flotation, collapse and lateral movement.
(E) The structure must contain openings to relieve hydrostatic pressure during a flood at those levels below the base flood elevation.
(F) The structure shall be built in such a manner that all service facilities including electrical and heating equipment are elevated at or above the base flood elevation or are floodproofed in accordance with federal regulations and the regulations of this chapter.
(G) Floodway requirements must be met in the construction of the accessory structure.
(Ord. 960, passed 7-28-2009; Am. Ord. 971, passed 3-8-2011)