(A) Certain architectural features, such as cornices, bay windows (or windows without foundations), gutters, chimneys, pilasters, and similar features, may not project into required front, rear, or side yard.
(B) An open, unenclosed, and uncovered porch, deck, balcony, or window awning shall not project into a required front yard or required side yard. In no case shall a porch, deck, balcony, or awning be placed closer than 30 feet to any front line or closer than eight feet to a rear line.
(C) Canopy roofs.
(1) Canopy roofs, such as those for gas pump islands accessory to automobile service stations and other uses, drive-in restaurants, banks, and other similar uses shall be permitted to encroach into any required yard, provided that a minimum setback of 12 feet is maintained from any property line.
(2) The height of the canopy roof shall not exceed 16 feet and be open on all sides.
(3) The colors and design of the canopy shall be compatible with the main building.
(4) Lighting and signs on or within the canopy shall comply with the requirements of this chapter. Lights, including lenses and other portions of the lighting fixture, used for canopies shall be completely recessed in the canopy structure and shall not extend below the underside surface of the canopy, except that such fixtures may be surface mounted, provided that the fixtures are designed and constructed to achieve the same effect as the flush mounted fixture.
(Ord. 09-11, passed 11-11-2009; Ord. passed 7-30-2015)