1116.03 ACCESSORY STRUCTURES.

   (a)   Exempt from Zoning Permit. Accessory structures that have a footprint area of less than 100 square feet and that are not located in a front yard are exempt from requiring a zoning permit. This provision shall not be construed to exempt signage from requiring a zoning permit.

   (b)   Location and Design. Accessory structures shall meet the following standards:

      (1)   Accessory structures shall not be located in a front yard.

      (2)   Accessory structures shall not exceed the height or footprint area of the primary structure on the same property.

      (3)   Accessory structures shall observe the same setback requirements that apply to primary structures on the subject property unless explicitly exempted in Section 1110.01 - Permitted Exceptions to Dimensional Standards.

   (c)   Signage. Signage on accessory structures is subject to the applicable provisions of Article 1112 - Signs.

   (d)   Parking. Parking that is associated with accessory structures is subject to the applicable provisions of Article 1111 - Parking, Loading, and Drive-Throughs.

   (e)   Specific to Accessory Dwelling Units. An accessory dwelling unit may only be constructed on a lot with a legally existing principal residential use, and it shall comply with the following:

      (1)   An ADU shall not be located any closer to any public right-of-way than the main building.

      (2)   An ADU shall satisfy the side and rear setbacks for the applicable zoning district.

      (3)   An ADU shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the size of the primary dwelling unit.

      (4)   An ADU shall not exceed the lesser of (a) the height of the primary dwelling unit or (b) the maximum permitted height of the district standards.

      (5)   An ADU shall have exterior finish materials that are compatible with the primary dwelling unit.

      (6)   An ADU shall be allowed one (1) entrance, which is to be located on the primary façade facing the street.

         (Ord. 081-2023. Passed 10-3-23.)