1282.03   YARD EXCEPTIONS.
   (a)   An open, un-enclosed porch or paved terrace may project into a front yard for a distance not exceeding ten feet.
   (b)   Every part of a required yard shall be open to the sky unobstructed, except for accessory buildings in a rear or side yard, and except for the customary projections of skylights, sills, belt courses, cornices and ornamental features projecting not more than 18 inches. This requirement shall not prevent the construction of fences not exceeding four and one-half feet in height, except as prohibited by Section 1272.07.
   (c)   Open or lattice enclosed fire escapes, fireproof outside stairways, and balconies opening into fire towers projecting not more than five feet into a rear yard, and the ordinary projections of chimneys and flues, may be permitted by the Planning Commission.
(Ord. 2013-01. Passed 2-5-13.)