(A) Measurement. Rear yard depth shall be measured from the rear lot line to the building line. Where a lot abuts a service street or alley, the rear yard shall be measured from the right-of-way line of the existing street or alley.
(B) Accessory uses or structures. Accessory uses or structures may be allowed in a rear yard, subject to requirements of § 156.100.
(C) Open porches. In a residential district, an open, uncovered porch or paved terrace may project into a required rear yard, if a minimum distance of 20 feet is maintained to any rear lot line.
(D) Architectural features. Cornices, canopies, eaves, pilasters, sills or other architectural features may project into a rear yard no more than three feet with a minimum of two feet maintained to any adjoining lot line.
(Ord. 34-90, passed 12-26-90)