21A.40.080: ACCESSORY STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS:

Storage of flammable liquids shall be permitted as accessory to a permitted or conditional use subject to the following conditions:

   A.   Storage facilities shall not be located in any required landscaped area;

   B.   Storage facilities shall not be located in a manner that will interfere with parking and vehicular circulation areas; and

   C.   The location and size of flammable liquid storage facilities shall be subject to Salt Lake City fire department approval. (Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-7), 1995)

21A.40.090: ANTENNA REGULATIONS:

All antennas shall comply with the following regulations and all other ordinances of the city and any pertinent regulations of the federal communications commission and the federal aviation administration:

   A.   TV Antennas: TV antennas shall be permitted in any zoning district, subject to the following restrictions:

      1.   In residential districts, one rooftop antenna shall be permitted per dwelling;

      2.   In nonresidential districts, more than one rooftop TV antenna shall be permitted per structure;

      3.   The maximum dimension, whether height, length or diameter, of any TV antenna shall not exceed ten feet (10'); and

      4.   Each TV antenna shall be located on that portion of a hip, gable or gambrel roof which does not face a public street. On flat roofs an antenna shall be located to minimize public view.

   B.   Satellite Dish Antennas: Satellite dish antennas shall be permitted in any zoning district, provided that they meet the criteria set forth below:

      1.   Residential Districts: No more than one satellite dish antenna may be installed per dwelling unit.

         a.   A ground mounted satellite dish antenna in residential districts shall not be larger than sixty six inches (66") in diameter and the maximum height of the dish and support structure shall not exceed eight feet (8').

         b.   Satellite dish antennas eighteen inches (18") or less in diameter shall be allowed on the roof.

      2.   Nonresidential Districts:

         a.   Roof, wall or ground mounted satellite dish antennas are permitted.

         b.   Rooftop antennas shall be screened. Ground mounted antennas shall be located in the rear yard or behind the building.

      3.   Nameplates Only: No satellite dish shall contain any sign or advertising material, except for an identification nameplate.

   C.   Communication Towers: Communication towers are permitted in certain nonresidential districts. Refer to the tables of permitted and conditional uses set forth in part III of this title for the applicable district regulations.

   D.   Amateur Radio Facilities With Surface Area Exceeding ten (10) Square Feet: Any antenna and antenna support having a combined surface area greater than ten (10) square feet or having any single dimension exceeding twelve feet (12') that is capable of transmitting as well as receiving signals and is licensed by the Federal Communications Commission as an amateur radio facility shall be permitted as an accessory use, but only in compliance with the regulations set forth below:

      1.   Number Limited: No more than one such antenna or antenna support structure with a surface area greater than 10 square feet or any single dimension exceeding twelve feet (12') may be located on any lot.

      2.   Height Limited: No such antenna and its support structure shall, if ground mounted, exceed seventy five feet (75') in height or, if attached to a building pursuant to subsection D.3 of this section, the height therein specified.

      3.   Attachment to Buildings Limited: No such antenna or its support structure shall be attached to a principal or accessory structure unless all of the following conditions are satisfied:

         a.   Height: The antenna and its support structure shall not extend more than twenty feet (20') above the highest point of the building on which it is mounted.

         b.   Mounting: The antenna and its support structure shall not be attached to or mounted upon any building appurtenance, such as a chimney. The antenna and its support structure shall not be mounted or attached to the front or corner side of any principal building facing a street, including any portion of the building roof facing any street. The antenna and its support structure shall be designed to withstand a wind force of eighty (80) miles per hour without the use of supporting guywires.

         c.   Grounding: The antenna and its support structure shall be bonded to a grounding rod.

   E.   Wireless Telecommunications Facilities; Low Power Radio Services Facilities: The purpose of this section is to address planning issues brought on by the rapid growth in demand for low power radio services. This section distinguishes low power radio from other broadcasting type telecommunication technologies and establishes provisions that deal with issues of demand, visual mitigation, noise, engineering, residential impacts, health, safety and facility siting. The requirements of this section apply to both commercial and private low power radio services. Low power radio services facilities include "cellular" or "PCS" (personal communications system) communications and paging systems.

      1.   Uses: The uses specified in table 21A.40.090E of this section, indicate which facility types are allowed as either a permitted or conditional use within specific zoning districts. Low power radio service facilities may be an accessory use, secondary use or principal use.

         a.   Administrative Consideration Of Conditional Uses: Applications for low power wireless telecommunication facilities that are listed as conditional uses shall be reviewed according to the procedures set forth in section 21A.54.155 of this title.

TABLE 21A.40.090E WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES

	Wall Mount 3	Roof Mount 3	Monopole With Antennas And Antenna Support Structure Less Than 2' Wide 3		Monopole With Antennas And Antenna Support Structure Greater Than 2' Wide 3		Lattice Tower
			District Height Limit But Not To Exceed 60' (Whichever Is Less)	60' Or Exceeding The Maximum Height Limit Of The Zone	District Height Limit But Not To Exceed 60' (Whichever Is Less)	60' Or Exceeding The Maximum Height Limit Of The Zone
Residential districts:
R-1/12,000	P 1
R-1/7,000	P 1
R-1/5,000	P 1
SR-1	P 1
SR-3	P 1
R-2	P 1
RMF-30	P 1
RMF-35	P 1
RMF-45	P	C
RMF-75	P	C
Mixed use - residential/ office districts:
RB	P 1
R-MU	P	C
RO	P 1
Commercial/manufacturing districts:
CN	P 1
CB	P	C
CS	P	P
CC	P	P	P	C	C	C
CSHBD	P	P	P	C	C	C
CG	P	P	P	C	C	C	C
D-1	P	P	P	C	C	C
D-2	P	P	P	C	C	C
D-3	P	P	P	C	C	C
D-4	P	P	P	C	C	C
G-MU	P	P	P	C	C	C
M-1	P	P	P 4	C 4	P 4	C 4	C 4
M-2	P	P	P	C	P	C	C
M-1A	P	P	P	C	P	C	C
Special purpose districts:
RP	P	C
BP	P	P	P	C	C	C
AG	P 1	P 1	C	C	C
AG-2	P 1	P 1	C	C	C
AG-5	P 1	P 1	C	C	C
AG-20	P 1	P 1	C	C	C
A	P	P	P	P	P	C	C
PL	P	C
PL-2	P	C
I	P	C
UI	P	P	C	C	C
OS 2			C	C	C	C	C
EI	P	P	P	C	C	C
MU	P	C

 

Notes:

    P    Permitted use

    C    Conditional use

    1.    Allowed as a permitted use on a residential building consisting of 4 or more attached dwelling units and on nonresidential buildings. Zoning Administrator approval is required to assure compliance to subsection E2a of this section.

    2.    New telecommunications towers are allowed outside the telecommunication corridor in the OS Zone for public safety, public security, or Salt Lake City Public Utilities Department purposes only.

    3.    Collocation of a wireless telecommunication facility is allowed per subsection E4 of this section.

   4.    Prohibited within the Eco-Industrial Buffer Area of the Northwest Quadrant Overlay District.

      2.   Facility Types: Low power radio services facilities are characterized by the type or location of the antenna structure. There are seven (7) general types of such antenna structures: wall mounted antennas; roof mounted antennas; monopoles with antennas and antenna support structure less than two feet (2') in width; monopoles with antennas and antenna support structure greater than two feet (2') in width; lattice towers; stealth antennas; and utility pole mounted antennas. Standards for the installation of each type of antenna are as follows:

         a.   Wall Mounted Antenna: The following provisions apply to wall mounted antennas:

            (1)   Wall mounted antennas shall not extend above the wall line of the building or extend more than four feet (4') horizontally from the face of the building.

            (2)   Antennas, equipment and the supporting structure shall be painted to match the color of the building or structure of the background against which they are most commonly seen. Antennas and the supporting structures on buildings should be architecturally compatible with the building. Whip antennas are not allowed on a wall mounted antenna structure.

            (3)   Antennas mounted directly on existing parapet walls, penthouses, or mechanical equipment rooms, with no portion of the antenna extending above the roofline of such structures, shall be considered a wall mounted antenna.

         b.   Roof Mounted Antenna: The following provisions apply to roof mounted antennas:

            (1)   Roof mounted antennas shall be allowed on top of existing penthouses or mechanical equipment rooms and shall not extend more than eight feet (8') above the existing roofline of the penthouse or mechanical equipment room.

            (2)   For antennas not mounted on a penthouse or mechanical equipment room, the antennas shall be mounted at least five feet (5') from the exterior wall of a building. For antennas mounted between five (5) and ten feet (10') from the exterior wall, the maximum height of a roof mounted antenna is directly proportional to the distance the antenna is set back from the exterior wall up to a maximum height of ten feet (10') above the roofline of the building to which the antenna is attached. Antennas shall be mounted at least five feet (5') behind any parapet wall. For antennas mounted between five (5) and ten feet (10') behind a parapet wall, the maximum height of the antenna is directly proportional to the distance the antenna is set back from the wall up to a maximum of ten feet (10') as measured from the top of the parapet wall. The antennas shall not extend more than fifteen feet (15') above the roofline of the building itself unless approved as a conditional use (see subsection 21A.62.050H of this title).

            (3)   Roof mounted antennas are permitted only on a flat roof.

         c.   Monopole With Antennas And Support Structure Less Than Two Feet In Width: The total of each individual antenna structure mounted on a monopole shall not exceed two feet (2') in width. The maximum height of each individual antenna shall not exceed ten feet (10') in height (see subsection 21A.62.050G of this title). In the case of collocation, when there is more than one antenna located on a monopole, all additional antenna structures shall not exceed the above referenced dimensions. No such antenna shall be located within one hundred sixty five feet (165') of a residential zone other than the R-MU district.

         d.   Monopole With Antennas And Antenna Support Structure Greater Than Two Feet In Width: The maximum visible width of individual antennas and antenna mounting structures on a monopole shall not exceed eight feet (8') in height or thirteen feet (13') in width as viewed looking directly at the monopole at same elevation as the antennas and antenna mounting structure (see subsection 21A.62.050F of this title). In the case of collocation, when there is more than one antenna located on a monopole, all additional antenna structures shall not individually exceed the above referenced dimensions. No such monopole shall be located within three hundred thirty feet (330') of a residential zone other than the R-MU district.

         e.   Lattice Tower: The maximum visible width of individual antennas and antenna mounting structures on a lattice tower shall not exceed eight feet (8') in height or thirteen feet (13') in width (see subsection 21A.62.050E of this title). No such lattice tower shall be located within three hundred thirty feet (330') of a residential zone.

         f.   Stealth Antennas: Examples of stealth antennas include, but are not limited to, flagpoles, light pole standards or architectural elements such as dormers, steeples and chimneys. Final determination regarding whether a structure qualifies as a stealth antenna shall be made by the planning director based on these standards. The electrical equipment shall be located in accordance with Subsection E.3 of this section.

            (1)   Stealth antennas shall be permitted in all zoning districts subject to meeting the provisions contained in Section 21A.36.020, Tables 21A.36.020.B and 21A.36.020.C of this title provided that:

               (A)   The stealth antenna is substantially disguised as another object or otherwise concealed from view so that the antenna is not readily apparent.

               (B)   The stealth antenna reasonably conforms to the expected dimensions of the object it is being disguised as if that object were to be located on the subject property.

               (C)   The stealth antenna shall be located in an area of the property where it is reasonable to expect the object that the antenna is being disguised as to be located.

               (D)   A stealth antenna shall not exceed the maximum building height of the zoning district except for any allowed height encroachment authorized in 21A.36.020C Height Exceptions.

            (2)   Antennas Located Within Existing Structures Where There is No Exterior Evidence of the Antennas: Antennas located within an existing structure constructed prior to the effective date hereof shall be a permitted use in all zoning districts provided that:

               (A)   There shall not be any exterior evidence of the antenna or support structure.

               (B)   The electrical equipment structure shall be located within the existing structure or be located and/or screened where it is not visible from public rights of way or neighboring properties, or in compliance with the location requirements as noted in Subsection E.3 of this section.

            (3)   Additional Provisions for Stealth Antennas in the PL Public Lands District. In addition to the standards in Subsections (1) and (2) above, a stealth antenna as a stand-alone structure is permitted up to a height of seventy five (75) feet when located on property that is used for public safety purposes subject to complying with the following provisions:

               (A)   Shall be disguised as art or a tree;

               (B)   If disguised as art, the pole that supports the antennas shall be wrapped or painted as art and all antennas shall be substantially hidden from view as part of the art.

               (C)   If disguised as a tree, the pole shall be painted brown or green and the synthetic tree branches shall be either pyramidal or columnar shape to form a common tree shape. Antennas shall be painted to match the design of the tree branches and pole.

               (D)   The stealth antenna must comply with the minimum yard setbacks of the PL zoning district as provided in Subsection 21A.32.070.E.2.

               (E)   Installation of the stealth antenna shall not require the removal of an existing tree to accommodate the antenna structure.

         g.   Utility Pole Mounted Antenna: Antennas on utility poles and associated electrical equipment shall be allowed subject to the following standards:

            (1)   Antennas:

               (A)   The antennas shall be located either on an existing utility pole or on a replacement pole in the public right-of-way, or in a rear yard utility easement.

               (B)   On an existing pole, the antennas shall not extend more than ten feet (10') above the top of the pole.

               (C)   The antennas, including the mounting structure, shall not exceed thirty inches (30") in diameter to be considered a permitted use. Antennas with an outside diameter greater than thirty inches (30") shall be a conditional use.

               (D)   Antennas located in the public right-of-way shall be a permitted use and shall comply with the standards listed above.

               (E)   Conditional use approval is required for antennas located in a rear yard utility easement in all residential, CN Neighborhood Commercial, PL Public Lands, PL-2 Public Lands, CB Community Business, I Institutional, and OS Open Space Zoning Districts. Antennas located in a rear yard utility easement in all other zoning districts shall be a permitted use and shall comply with the standards listed above.

            (2)   General Provisions:

               (A)   The application shall include the signature of the authorized agent of the owner of the utility pole.

               (B)   Antennas and equipment boxes on the utility poles shall be painted to match the pole to which it is attached to minimize visual impacts.

               (C)   Generators or noise producing venting systems shall not be used.

               (D)   Lighting for aircraft is prohibited except where required by Federal law.

               (E)   Electrical and utility cables between the utility pole and electrical boxes shall be placed underground.

               (F)   Facilities in the public right-of-way shall be subject to any applicable franchise fees or lease agreements required by the City.

      3.   Electrical Equipment:

         a.   Electrical Equipment Located In The Public Right-Of-Way, Front Yard Or Side Yard: Electrical equipment in the public right-of- way shall either be attached directly to the utility pole or placed underground.

            If the electrical equipment is attached to the pole, the boxes shall not be larger than thirty six inches (36") in height, twelve inches (12") deep and no wider than twenty inches (20"). No more than five (5) such boxes shall be mounted on the utility pole to which it is attached (excluding the power meter and network interface box). The boxes shall be stacked vertically, one above the other, and shall be at least ten feet (10') above the ground. The power meter and network interface box may be installed below the ten foot (10') level.

            Electrical equipment in the required front or side yard shall be placed underground.

            Electrical equipment placed underground or on a utility pole in the public right-of-way shall comply with the requirements of the Salt Lake City Engineering and Transportation Divisions.

         b.   Electrical Equipment Located on Private Property: Electrical equipment shall be subject to the following standards:

            (1)   Located in a rear yard, interior side yard, or within the building area of the lot.

            (2)   If located in a zoning district without a require front or corner side yard setback, the equipment shall be located a minimum of ten feet (10') from the front or corner side yard property line.

            (3)   Located a minimum of four feet (4') from a side or rear property line unless located in an enclosed structure or a vault where the equipment will not be visible.

            (4)   If the equipment is located next to a public trail, park, open space, or other public space other than a street, the equipment shall be screened by a masonry wall or solid fence so the equipment is not visible.

            (5)   The electrical equipment and any structure associated with the electrical equipment is subject to the maximum lot coverage of the underlying zoning district.

      4.   Collocation: Collocation of a wireless telecommunication facility on a previously approved wireless telecommunication service facility such as an existing building, structure, or antenna support structure, is allowed as a permitted use, provided:

         a.   No increase in the height of the existing wireless telecommunication support structure is proposed;

         b.   All aspects of the collocation improvements must be located within the previously approved fenced (lease) area;

         c.   Compliance with the corresponding provisions set forth in this subsection E.

      5.   Height Limit: The height limit for monopoles and lattice towers shall be limited as per table 21A.40.090E of this section.

      6.   Location And Minimum Setbacks: Monopoles with antennas and antenna support structure less than two feet (2') in width, monopoles with antennas and antenna support structure greater than two feet (2') in width and lattice towers shall be allowed only in the rear yard area of any lot. These structures shall not be located in a required landscaped area, buffer area or required parking area.

      7.   Area Limitations For Wall And Roof Mounted Antennas: A combination of both roof and wall mounted antennas are allowed on a building. The total area for all wall and roof mounted antennas and supporting structures combined shall not exceed the lesser of sixty (60) square feet or five percent (5%) of the gross square footage of each exterior wall of a building. The total area is the sum of each individual antenna face and the visible portion of the supporting structure as viewed when looking directly at the face of the building. The total area for a roof mounted antenna shall apply to the closest exterior wall (see subsection 21A.62.050J of this title).

      8.   Roof And Wall Mounted Antennas On Noncomplying Buildings That Exceed The Maximum Height Limit Of The Zoning District: If a building exceeds the maximum allowable height of the zoning district, roof or wall mounted antennas may be attached to the portion of the building that extends above the maximum height limit of the zoning district, if said antenna is listed as a permitted use in table 21A.40.090E of this section.

      9.   Additional Conditional Use Requirements: In addition to conditional use standards outlined in chapter 21A.54 of this title, the following shall be considered by the Planning Commission:

         a.   Compatibility of the proposed structure with the height and mass of existing buildings and utility structures;

         b.   Whether collocation of the antenna on the other existing structures in the same vicinity such as other towers, buildings, water towers, utility poles, etc., is possible without significantly impacting antenna transmission or reception;

         c.   The location of the antenna in relation to existing vegetation, topography and buildings to obtain the best visual screening;

         d.   Whether the spacing between monopoles and lattice towers creates detrimental impacts to adjoining properties.

      10.   Accessory Buildings To Antenna Structures: Accessory buildings to antenna structures must comply with the required setback, height and landscaping requirements of the zoning district in which they are located. Monopoles shall be fenced with a six foot (6') chainlink fence and the climbing pegs removed from the lower twenty feet (20') of the monopole. All power lines on the lot leading to the accessory building and antenna structure shall be underground.

      11.   Historic District: Any antenna proposed for a location within a historic district or on landmark site is subject to approval through the Historic Landmarks Commission as contained in chapter 21A.34 of this title.

      12.   Permission Required For Antennas And Mounting Structures On Or Over A Public Right-Of-Way: Antennas and mounting structures encroaching on or over the public sidewalk or on or over a public right-of-way shall be subject to obtaining permission from the City pursuant to the City's rights-of-way encroachment policy.

      13.   Location On City Owned Property Or Land Zoned As Open Space: Telecommunication facilities proposed to be located on City owned property or on any property located within an Open Space Zoning District or subject to the City's open space lands program must obtain approvals from appropriate agencies governing such properties.

      14.   Nonmaintained Or Abandoned Facilities: The building official may require each nonmaintained or abandoned low power radio services antenna to be removed from the building or premises when such an antenna has not been repaired or put into use by the owner, person having control or person receiving benefit of such structure within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of nonmaintenance or abandonment is given to the owner, person having control or person receiving the benefit of such structure. (Ord. 3-25, 2025: Ord. 73-22, 2022: Ord. 64-21, 2021: Ord. 13-19, 2019: Ord. 59-17, 2017: Ord. 46-17, 2017: Ord. 55-11, 2011: Ord. 10-10 § 12, 2010: Ord. 73-02 §§ 9 (Exh. D) - 11, 2002: Ord. 81-01 § 1, 2001: Ord. 11-01 § 1, 2001: Ord. 14-00 § 7, 2000: Ord. 3-00 § 1, 2000: Ord. 93-99 §§ 1 - 4, 1999: Ord. 35-99 §§ 60 - 62, 1999: amended during 5/96 supplement: Ord. 5-96 § 1, 1996: Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-8), 1995)

21A.40.100: LOCATION OF MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT:

All mechanical equipment shall be located as follows:

   A.   Front and Corner Side Yards and Double Frontage Lots: Only allowed if located within four feet (4') of the principal building and screened by vegetation, a solid wall or fence so the equipment is not visible and at least ten feet (10') from the front and corner side yard property lines.

   B.   Side Yards: setback at least four feet (4') from a side property line. If the equipment is adjacent to a driveway, parking stall, or accessory structure on an abutting parcel, the setback may be reduced to two feet (2').

   C.   Rear Yards: setback at least four feet (4') from a rear property line. If the equipment is adjacent to a driveway, parking stall, or accessory structure on an abutting parcel, the setback may be reduced to two feet (2').

   D.   Prohibited Areas: in addition to the yard requirements above, mechanical equipment is prohibited to be located on the roof of an accessory structure, with the exception of exhaust fans and mechanical vents serving the accessory building in which case the fans or vents shall be at least ten feet (10') from a property line. (Ord. 10-24, 2024: Ord. 64-21, 2021)

21A.40.110: AUTOMATIC AMUSEMENT DEVICES:

(Rep. by Ord. 73-11, 2011)

21A.40.120: REGULATION OF FENCES, WALLS AND HEDGES:

   A.   Purpose: Fences, walls and hedges serve properties by providing privacy and security, defining private space and enhancing the design of individual sites. Fences also affect the public by impacting the visual image of the streetscape and the overall character of neighborhoods. The purpose of these regulations is to achieve a balance between the private concerns for privacy and site design and the public concerns for enhancement of the community appearance, and to ensure the provision of adequate light, air and public safety.

   B.   Location: All fences, walls or hedges shall be erected entirely within the property lines of the property they are intended to serve.

   C.   Building Permit Required:

      1.   A building permit shall be obtained prior to construction of any fence that does not exceed six feet (6') in height and is not made of concrete or masonry or does not require structural review under the Uniform Building Code regulations. The permit is to ensure compliance with adopted regulations.

      2.   A building permit and fee are required for fences and walls which exceed six feet (6') in height and all fences or walls of any height that are constructed under the International Building Code. The permit is to ensure compliance with all Zoning Ordinance standards and requirements (location, height, types of materials) as well as to ensure the structural integrity of the pilasters and foundation system which will be verified by plan review and site inspection.

      3.   The application for a permit must include plans identifying the location and height of the proposed fence or wall. If the fence or wall is constructed of masonry or concrete of any height or exceeds six feet (6') in height, construction details showing horizontal and vertical reinforcement and foundation details shall be shown on the plans.

      4.   The building permit fee for a fence will be a general permit fee based on construction costs or valuation of the work as shown in the consolidated fee schedule.

      5.   Construction of any fence in the following districts shall also comply with the additional fencing regulations found in the following subsections of this title:

         a.   FP Foothills Protection District (21A.32.040I);

         b.   H Historic Preservation Overlay District (21A.34.020E); and

         c.   Foothill Residential FR-1, FR-2 and FR-3 Districts (21A.24.010P).

   D.   Design Requirements:

      1.   Residential districts (chapter 21A.24, "Residential Districts", of this title):

         a.   Allowed Materials: Fences and walls shall be made of high quality, durable materials that require low maintenance. Acceptable materials for a fence include chainlink, wood, brick, masonry block, stone, tubular steel, wrought iron, vinyl, composite/recycled materials (hardy board) or other manufactured material or combination of materials commonly used for fencing. Other materials of similar quality and durability, but not listed herein, may be used upon approval by the Zoning Administrator through an administrative interpretation application;

         b.   Prohibited Materials: Fences and walls shall not be made of or contain:

            (1)   Scrap materials such as scrap lumber and scrap metal.

            (2)   Materials not typically used or designated/manufactured for fencing such as metal roofing panels, corrugated or sheet metal, tarps or plywood.

      2.   Nonresidential districts (chapters 21A.26 through 21A.34 of this title:

         a.   Allowed Materials: Fences and walls shall be made of high quality, durable materials that require minimal maintenance. Acceptable materials for fencing in nonresidential districts include, but are not limited to, chainlink, prewoven chainlink with slats, wood, brick, tilt-up concrete, masonry block, stone, metal, composite/recycled materials or other manufactured materials or combination of materials commonly used for fencing. Other materials of similar quality and durability, but not listed herein, may be used upon approval by the zoning administrator through an administrative interpretation application.

         b.   Prohibited Materials: Fences or walls in nonresidential districts shall not be constructed of or contain:

            (1)   Scrap materials such as scrap lumber and scrap metal.

            (2)   Materials not typically used or designated/manufactured for fencing such as metal roofing panels, corrugated or sheet metal, tarps or plywood.

   E.   Height Restrictions and Gates:

      1.   Fences, walls, and hedges shall comply with the following regulations based on the following zoning districts:

         a.    Residential Zoning Districts:

            (1)   Except as permitted in subsection 21A.24.010.P and 21A.40.120.E.4 of this code a fence, wall or hedge located between the front property line and front building line of the facade of the principal structure that contains the primary entrance shall not exceed four (4) feet in height.

            (2)   A fence, wall, or hedge located at or behind the primary facade of the principal structure shall not exceed 6 feet in height.

            (3)   On developed properties where there is no existing principal structure, the height of a fence, wall, or hedge shall not exceed four (4) feet in a front yard area or six (6) feet in the rear or side yard areas.

            (4)   All refuse disposal and recycling dumpsters shall be screened on all sides by a solid wood fence, masonry wall, or an equivalent opaque material to a height of not less than 6 feet but not more than 8 feet.

         b.   Nonresidential Zoning Districts:

            (1)   A fence, wall, or hedge, located between the front property line and the primary facade of the principal structure shall not exceed four (4) feet in height.

            (2)   A fence, wall or hedge located at or behind the primary facade of the principal structure shall not exceed six (6) feet in height.

            (3)   On developed properties where there is no existing principal structure, the height of a fence, wall, or hedge shall not exceed four (4) feet in a front yard area or six (6) feet in the rear or side yard areas.

            (4)   Notwithstanding Subsection 21A.40.120.E.1.b.(1), in the M-1 zoned properties in the Salt Lake International Center, M-2 and EI zoning districts, fences, walls, or hedges may be up to six (6) feet in height if located between the front property line and the front yard setback line.

            (5)   If there is no minimum front yard setback in the underlying zoning district, a fence, wall, or hedge of a maximum six (6) feet in height may be placed no closer than ten (10) feet from the property line.

            (6)   Outdoor storage, when permitted in the zoning district, shall be located behind the primary facade of the principal structure and shall be screened with a solid wall or fence and shall comply with the requirements in Section 5.60.120. Outdoor storage in the M-1 and M-2 districts are also subject to the provisions of 21A.28.010.B.3.

            (7)   All refuse disposal and recycling dumpsters, except those located in the M-2, LO and EI districts shall be screened on all sides by a solid wood fence, masonry wall or an equivalent opaque material to a height of not less than 6 feet but not more than 8 feet.

      2.   Double Frontage Lot: A fence, wall, or hedge located on a property where both the front and rear yards have frontage on a street may be a maximum of six (6) feet in height in a front yard provided the fence, wall, or hedge:

         a.   Is located in a provided yard that is directly opposite the front yard where the primary entrance to the principal building is located;

         b.   Is in a location that is consistent with other six (6) foot tall fence locations on the block;

         c.   Complies with Sight Distance Triangle requirements of this Title; and

         d.   Complies will all other fence, wall, and hedge requirements of this Title.

         e.   Not exceed six (6) feet in height in a front yard.

      3.   Vacant Lots. Notwithstanding 21A.24.010.P.10.d, fencing to secure vacant or undeveloped lots may be up to six (6) feet in height, provided the fence is not closer than five (5) feet to a public sidewalk and is no less than eighty percent (80%) transparent. Once the property is developed, the fence will be required to comply with the height restrictions of this title.

      4.   Additional Fence Height Allowed. Notwithstanding any other Section of this Chapter, the following regulations apply:

         a.   When Abutting Nonresidential Zoning Districts. Fences, walls, or hedges in the FR, SR, and R-l zoning districts shall not exceed six (6) feet in height in the side or rear yard except where they abut a Commercial, Downtown, Manufacturing, or Special Purpose Zoning District. The maximum height shall be eight (8) feet. This exception does not apply to fences, walls, or hedges in the corner side yard or front yard, and only applies where the lot abuts the nonresidential district.

         b.   Public Utility Facilities. Fences or walls may exceed the maximum height regulations when the fence or wall is necessary to restrict access and promote safety of public utility buildings or structures, provided that the portion of the fence or wall which exceeds a height of six (6) feet is at least eighty percent (80%) transparent. In no event, shall the fence or wall securing a public utility building or structure exceed twelve (12) feet in height.

         c.   Recreation Facilities. For fences or walls constructed around parks, open space, or other outdoor recreation areas, the maximum height fence shall be up to ten (10) feet in height and may be located in any required yard, provided that the fence or wall is no less than eighty percent (80%) transparent above a height of six (6) feet. Fences or walls for which a greater height is necessary to protect public safety, such as, driving ranges, baseball fields, athletic fields; or similar facilities may be allowed within the subject property to a height necessary to contain the recreation equipment.

         d.   Private Game Courts, Swimming Pools, and Other Similar Recreation Equipment. Fences or walls constructed around private game courts, swimming pools, or other similar recreation equipment expressly permitted in Section 21A.36.020.B, may be up to ten (10) feet in height provided that the fence or wall is no less than eighty percent (80%) transparent above a height of six (6) feet.

         e.   Construction Fencing. Temporary fencing to secure construction sites during the planning, demolition, or construction process is permitted to a maximum of ten (10) feet in height in any required yard.

         f.   Pillars. Pillars shall be allowed to extend up to eighteen (18) inches above the allowable height of a fence or wall; provided, that the pillars shall have a maximum diameter or width of no more than eighteen (18) inches; and provided, that the pillars shall have a minimum spacing of no less than six (6) feet apart, measured face to face.

         g.   Gates and Arches. The height of gates shall conform to the applicable maximum fence height where the gate is located except that decorative elements on gates such as scrolls, finials, and similar features may extend up to one foot above the maximum fence height. In addition, arches or trellises up to twelve (12) feet in height and five (5) feet in width may be constructed over a gate if integrated into the fence/gate design. A maximum of two (2) such arches shall be permitted per property.

         h.   Barbed or Razor Wire Fences. Where permitted, barbed wire and razor wire fences may be up to twelve (12) feet in height.

         i.   Conditional Uses. A fence, wall, or hedge may exceed the allowable height requirements of this Chapter where additional fence height is imposed as a reasonable condition to mitigate the anticipated detrimental effects of a conditional use. Where such additional height is imposed as a reasonable condition, such height shall not exceed the minimum height necessary to mitigate the anticipated detrimental effects of the conditional use.

      5.   Vision Clearance and Safety. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Code, a fence, wall, or hedge shall comply with the sight distance triangle requirements of this section.

         a.   Corner Lots; Sight Distance Triangle: No solid fence, wall or hedge shall be erected to a height in excess of three (3) feet if the fence, wall or hedge is located within the sight distance triangle extending thirty (30) feet either side of the intersection of the respective street curb lines, or edge lines of roadway where curbing is not provided as noted in Section 21A.62.050 , illustration I of this title.

         b.   Intersection of Street and Driveway; Intersection of Alley or Driveway and Sidewalk; Sight Distance Triangle: Solid fences, walls and hedges shall not exceed thirty (30) inches in height within the sight distance triangle as defined in Section 21A.62.050 , illustration I of this title.

         c.   Sight Distance Triangle and See Through Fences: Within the area defined as a sight distance triangle, see through fences that are at least fifty percent (50%) open shall be allowed to a height of four (4) feet.

         d.   Alternative Design Solutions. To provide adequate line of sight for driveways and alleys, the zoning administrator, in consulting with the development review team, may require alternative design solutions, including, but not restricted to, requiring increased fence setback and/or lower fence height, to mitigate safety concerns created by the location of buildings, grade change or other preexisting conditions.

      6.    Height Measurement. The height of a fence, wall, or hedge shall be meas ured from the finished grade of the site as defined in section 21A.62.040 of this title. In instances of an abrupt grade change at the property line, the height for fences that are located on top of a retaining wall shall be measured from the top of the retaining wall.

      7.   Gates. No gate, whether crossing a driveway, walkway, or part of a fence, shall be erected to a height in excess of the standards outlined in this subsection E. To regulate the location of gates and their impact on vehicular staging within the public right of way, passenger vehicles shall require a minimum seventeen (17) foot six (6) inch setback from back edge of sidewalk, or property line when a sidewalk is not provided, and large truck driveways shall require a one hundred (100) foot setback from back edge of sidewalk, or property line when a sidewalk is not provided. This requirement does not apply to gates abutting alleys. All gates are to swing inward to the property or be a roll gate that does not impact the staging area.

   F.   General Requirements:

      1.   Except when constructed of materials that have been designed or manufactured to remain untreated, all fences or walls shall periodically be treated with paint or chemicals so as to retard deterioration.

      2.   Fences or walls shall be constructed with good workmanship and shall be secured to the ground or supporting area in a substantial manner and engineered so that the structure of columns or posts and the material used for the intervening panels are adequately constructed to support the materials and withstand wind loads.

      3.   All fences or walls (including entrance and exit gates) shall be maintained in good repair, free of graffiti, structurally sound, so as to not pose a threat to public health, safety, and welfare.

   G.   Barbed Wire Fences: Permitted Use: Barbed wire fencing is allowed as a permitted use in the following instances:

      1.   AG, AG-2, AG-5, AG-20, A, CG, M-1, and M-2 districts and to secure critical infrastructure located in any other zoning district not listed subject to the following requirements. Critical infrastructure includes sites that are necessary to protect the facility or site for the purpose of public health and safety. Barbed wire is also permitted to secure construction sites and sites where construction is pending provided it is removed once construction is complete.

      2.   Barbed wire fences shall be subject to the following provisions:

         a.   Not allowed in a provided or required front yard.

         b.   The barbed wire is permitted to exceed the maximum fence height.

         c.   No strand of barbed wire shall be permitted less than seven feet (7') in height above the ground except for agricultural purposes provided the barbed wire is vertically aligned.

         d.   No more than three (3) strands of barbed wire are permitted.

         e.   The barbed wire strands shall not slant outward from the fence more than sixty (60) degrees from a vertical line.

         f.   All barbed wire shall be setback a minimum of three feet (3') from public property.

         g.   The barbed wire is not located along a property line shared with a residential use when the subject property is in a CG zoning district.

   H.   Razor Wire Fences: Razor wire fencing is allowed as a permitted use in the M-1, M-2 and EI zoning districts and to secure critical infrastructure structures and sites located in any other zoning district subject to the following requirements. Critical infrastructure includes sites that are necessary to protect the facility or site for the purpose of public health and safety.

      1.   Razor wire is not allowed in a provided or required front or corner side yard.

      2.   Razor wire is permitted to exceed the maximum fence height to a height necessary to reasonably secure the site.

      3.   No strand of razor wire shall be permitted on a fence that is less than seven feet (7') high. Razor wire coils shall not exceed eighteen inches (18") in diameter and must slant inward from the fence to which the razor wire is being attached.

      4.   All razor wire shall be setback a minimum of three feet (3') from public property in zoning districts that do not have a minimum yard setback.

   I.   Exemption: The A airport district is exempt from all zoning ordinance fence regulations. The department of airports has administrative authority to regulate and approve fencing within the A airport district. All fencing that the department of airports requires of its clients within the A district is subject to review and approval by the airport.

   J.   Electric Security Fences:

      1.   Permitted Use: Electric security fences are allowed as a permitted use in the M-1 and M-2 zones. Electric security fences on parcels or lots that abut a residential zone are prohibited.

      2.   Location Requirements: Electric security fences shall not be allowed in required front yard setbacks or on frontages adjacent to residentially zoned properties.

      3.   Compliance With Adopted Building Codes: Electric security fences shall be constructed or installed in conformance with all applicable construction codes.

      4.   Perimeter Fence or Wall: No electric security fence shall be installed or used unless it is fully enclosed by a nonelectrical fence or wall that is not less than six feet (6') in height. There shall be at least one foot of spacing between the electric security fence and the perimeter fence or wall.

      5.   Staging Area: All entries to a site shall have a buffer area that allows on site staging prior to passing the perimeter barrier. The site shall be large enough to accommodate a vehicle completely outside of the public right of way.

      6.   Height: Electric security fences shall have a maximum height of ten feet (10').

      7.   Warning Signs: Electric security fences shall be clearly identified with warning signs that read: "Warning-Electric Fence" at intervals of not greater than sixty feet (60'). Signs shall comply with requirements in chapter 21A.46, "Signs", of this title.

      8.   Security Box: Electric security fences shall have a small, wall mounted safe or box that holds building keys for police, firefighters and EMTs to retrieve in emergencies. (Ord. 79-24, 2024: Ord. 59-24, 2024: Ord. 37-24, 2024: Ord. 12-24, 2024: Ord. 10-24, 2024: Ord. 46-23, 2023: Ord. 64-21, 2021: Ord. 52-21, 2021: Ord. 46-17, 2017: Ord. 54-14, 2014: Ord. 20-14, 2014: Ord. 82-12, 2012: Ord. 73-11, 2011: Ord. 60-11, 2011: Ord. 24-11, 2011)

21A.40.130: ACCESS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES:

Building permits for an uncovered vertical wheelchair lift, or for an uncovered access ramp, for persons with disabilities, under four feet (4') in height, or any other form of uncovered access, for persons with disabilities, under four feet (4') in height, that encroaches into required yard areas, may be approved by the zoning administrator as a permitted accessory structure. Covered ramps or other access structures for persons with disabilities that encroach into required yard areas, shall be considered as a reasonable accommodation under applicable federal regulations. (Ord. 64-21, 2021: Ord. 20-06 § 1, 2006: Ord. 88-95 § 1 (Exh. A), 1995: Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-12), 1995)

21A.40.140: JUNK VEHICLES AND MATERIALS:

It is unlawful for any property owner or tenant to cause or permit any unlicensed, inoperable, unused or abandoned vehicles or vehicle parts to be in or upon any premises unless the premises is licensed for such use. Open storage of the following materials shall also be prohibited in or upon any premises unless the premises is licensed for such use: junk, scrap metal, used or scrap lumber, wastepaper products, discarded building materials, machinery or machinery parts, interior household furniture, appliances, tree limbs and cuttings, landscape debris, garbage, refuse, trash, rubbish, hazardous waste, industrial waste, construction and demolition waste, sludge, liquid or semiliquid waste; other spent, useless, worthless or discarded materials, or materials stored or accumulated for the purpose of discarding materials that have served their original purpose. (Ord. 88-95 § 1 (Exh. A), 1995: Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-13), 1995)

21A.40.150: SEASONAL FARM STANDS:

Seasonal farm stands may be approved by the Zoning Administrator as a permitted accessory use in the AG-2, AG-5 and AG-20 Districts during the spring and summer. Such use shall be limited to a period between April and October. Seasonal farm stand sales are limited to produce and products produced or grown on the premises. No accessory structure shall be displayed obstructing the "sight distance triangle" as defined in chapter 21A.62 of this title. (Ord. 14-00 § 9, 2000)