Yard. An unoccupied open space from the ground upward, between the building wall and the adjoining lot lines.
(1) Front yard. The space extending the full width of the lot between the nearest edge of a building and the front lot line.
(2) Rear yard. The space extending the full width of the lot between the nearest edge of a building and the rear lot line.
(3) Side yard. An open space extending from the front yard to the rear yard between the nearest edge of a building and the nearest side lot line.
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Yard, required. That portion of the yard lying between the lot line and the required building setback line.
Zero lot line. A development method in which a building is sited along one lot line with no side yard on that side to allow more flexibility in the site design and to increase the amount of usable open space on the lot.
Zoning Administrator. The Village Manager or the Manager's designee in the capacity as enforcer of the provisions of this Zoning Code.
Zoning district. A section of the Village in which requirements for the use and dimensions of the land and buildings are prescribed.
Zoning permit. A written authorization issued by the Zoning Administrator verifying that proposed buildings, structures or uses are consistent with the terms of this zoning code for the district in which the building, structure or use will be located.
(Ord. 2013-19. Passed 9-16-13.)