The following chart identifies the footnote in this section that sets forth the regulations for each type of other accessory structure or use. Identify the proposed type of accessory structure or use in the first column and read across the chart to find the regulations for that type of accessory structure or use. For example, the minimum setback requirements for an uncovered parking pad are set forth in footnote 1 of this section. "N/A" means not applicable.
Type of Accessory Structure or Use | Minimum Setbacks | Max. Lot Coverage | Max. Lot Coverage of Required Rear Yard | Minimum Distance from Main Building | Maximum Height | Driveway | Other Standards |
Uncovered parking pad | 1 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2 | 3 |
Uncovered patio | 1 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1 |
Uncovered or unenclosed pool, spa, hot tub (in or above ground) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | N/A | N/A | 4 |
Trellis | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | N/A | 5 |
Children's swing set, play structures | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | N/A | 6 |
Mechanical equipment | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | N/A | 7 |
Footnotes:
1. Maximum paving permitted in required setback areas. See section 17.612.010.
2. Minimum dimensions. Minimum interior dimensions for the parking pad are 10 feet wide by 20 feet deep. This width may be reduced to 8 feet if the existing interior side-yard setback between the existing residence and the property line is 8 feet. Access to the parking pad must be paved. Driveways shall conform to the requirements of chapter 17.508. The driveway is permitted to have a landscape strip down the center. The landscape strip is not permitted in the vehicle parking pad.
3. Maximum paving. See section 17.612.010.
4. The following requirements apply to an uncovered, unenclosed swimming pool, spa, or hot tub:
a. An uncovered, unenclosed swimming pool, spa, or hot tub is not permitted in the required front setback.
b. When located nearer than 60 feet from the front property line, an uncovered, unenclosed swimming pool, spa, or hot tub is subject to the same minimum front-yard, interior side-yard, and street side-yard setbacks required for the main residential structure.
c. When located more than 60 feet from the front property line, an uncovered, unenclosed swimming pool, spa, or hot tub is subject to a 3 foot interior side-yard and rear-yard setback, and a minimum 5 foot street side-yard setback.
d. An uncovered or unenclosed swimming pool, spa, or hot tub is not counted in lot coverage computation. If equipment is placed on an accessory structure (such as a deck), the structure must comply with the regulations of this chapter.
e. The minimum distance between an uncovered or unenclosed swimming pool, spa, or hot tub; the main residential structure; and any accessory structures must meet building code requirements.
f. If the uncovered or unenclosed swimming pool, spa, or hot tub is enclosed, covered, or on a raised deck, the applicable accessory structure requirements apply.
g. Mechanical equipment associated with an uncovered or unenclosed swimming pool, spa, or hot tub shall meet the requirements of footnote 7.
h. Setback from levee. Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph c above, an uncovered or unenclosed swimming pool, spa, or hot tub shall not project into the required setback from the landside toe of a levee.
5. Trellis requirements.
a. A trellis is subject to the accessory structure requirements of this chapter; however, one trellis structure per parcel is exempt from accessory structure regulations if it does not exceed 10 feet in height, 8 feet in length, and 24 inches in width. A building permit is not required to construct the trellis.
b. If a trellis is used as a fence, or as an integral part of a fence, it must meet the fence regulations of chapter 17.620.
c. A trellis used as a decorative feature at an entrance is exempt from accessory structure regulations if it does not exceed 10 feet in height, 8 feet in length, and 24 inches in width.
6. Play structures. Portable or movable play structures that do not require a building permit are exempt from accessory structure regulations. Play structures that require a building permit shall follow the attached or detached accessory structure regulations found in this chapter.
7. Mechanical equipment. Mechanical equipment, including heaters and air conditioners, shall not be located within the required front yard, interior side yard, or street side yard unless the equipment is screened or landscaped and is in compliance with all noise standards and ordinances. Mechanical equipment is not counted in lot coverage computations. (Ord. 2019-0006 § 17; Ord. 2013-0020 § 1; Ord. 2013-0007 § 1)