Obstructions in required yards shall be permitted in accordance with the following:
(A) In all yards:
1. Awnings and canopies, projecting into a yard not more than twenty five percent (25%) of the depth or width of the yard;
2. Chimneys projecting twenty four inches (24") or less into the yard;
3. Flagpoles;
4. Ordinary projections of sills, belt courses, cornices and ornamental features projecting not more than eighteen inches (18") into a yard;
5. Ornamental light standards;
6. Steps which are necessary for access to permitted buildings or for access to lots from streets, and required exterior fire escapes; and
7. Trees, shrubs and flowers including flower boxes and urns. (1977 Code)
(B) In front yards and side yards abutting a street:
1. Fuel pumps and air and water outlets in conjunction with automobile service stations, provided they shall be set back at least fifteen feet (15') from the front lot line;
2. One-story bay windows projecting three feet (3') or less into the yard;
3. Open off street parking spaces in B-1, B-2, and M districts;
4. Overhanging eaves and gutters, projecting not more than twenty five percent (25%) of the depth of the yard;
5. Signs and nameplates as regulated in other applicable codes of the city; and
6. Balconies and open porches may project a maximum of ten feet (10').
(C) In rear yards:
1. Air conditioning condensers for central air conditioning units, provided location conforms with other applicable ordinances and codes of the city;
2. Arbors and trellises;
3. Balconies may project a maximum of ten feet (10');
4. Open porches may project a maximum of ten feet (10');
5. Enclosed off street parking spaces, attached or detached, provided such accessory building shall not cover more than thirty percent (30%) of the required area of a rear yard;
6. Fallout shelters, attached or detached;
7. One-story bay windows projecting three feet (3') or less into the yard;
8. Open off street parking and off street loading spaces as herein regulated;
9. Outdoor fireplaces; birdbath and other lawn furniture either temporarily or permanently affixed to the ground;
10. Overhanging roof eaves and gutters, provided eaves and gutters of detached accessory buildings are not less than two feet (2') from a lot line;
11. Playground and laundry drying equipment;
12. Sheds, toolrooms, or similar buildings customarily accessory to the principal use;
13. Tennis courts, private. (Ord. 1849, 8-22-2006)
(D) In interior side yards:
1. Open off street parking spaces;
2. Overhanging eaves and gutters projecting twenty four inches (24") or less into the yard. (1977 Code)