Reso14 PC14-10 2987 Recommending Phase 1 Zoning Code Amendments

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36.4 Arbors. A. Definition : An arbor is an accessory structure that is substantially open to the passage of light and air on all sides. The arbor has a roof consisting of lattice that is a minimum of 60 percent open to the sky at any point across the entire structure . "Substantially open" sides of the structure shall also be a minimum of 60 percent open at any point across the entire side . Trellises are included in the definition of arbor. (Previously in Definitions) B . Applicability: Arbors are permitted in any zoning districts subject to the restrictions of this section . C. Measurement of Setbacks - Setbacks are measured to the outside of the supporting posts of the arbor, and beams may extend up to one foot closer to the lot line than the minimum setback otherwise allowed . D . Measurement of Area - The maximum dimensions for arbors at gates and entries are measured to the outside of the supporting posts or to the edge of the beams, whichever is greater. E . Lot Coverage - Arbors do not count towards lot coverage. F . Requirements for Arbors : 1 . Height. The maximum arbor height is 14 feet, except the limitation is 9 feet when located in street-side yards. 2. Setback: The minimum setback must be 3 feet from the front and rear lot line and 6 feet from side lot line except where otherwise allowed by (G ) below. 3. Length : The maximum length of the arbor is 30 percent of the length of the rear lot line. G . Special Requirements for Arbors at Entries : Arbors provided at gates or entries have the following requirements: 1 . Height. The maximum height is 9 feet. 2 . Setback : There is no minimum setback. Such arbors must be integrated into perimeter fencing (unless no fencing exists) in required front and street side yards. 3. Length and Depth : Arbor length is limited to 8 feet and depth is limited to 3 feet. 4. Number: Each property is limited to one arbor per street frontage and required yard , for a maximum of 4 arbors per property. 36.5 Accessory Buildings. The requirements of this section apply to all accessory buildings in any zoning districts. A. Definition . Accessory Building. An accessory building is any subordinate detached building on the lot. Where an accessory building is in any way connected at any point to a main building , it must comply with the requirements for main buildings. Accessory buildings do not include disaster shelters, which are regulated separately in Section 36 .6 (Disaster Shelters) . B . Use of Accessory Buildings. Accessory buildings cannot include conditioned space (defined as habitable by the building code) . Bathrooms in accessory ATTY/RES0.2987/PC RECOMMENDING PHASE 1 ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS REV: 06-12-14 VR Page 26 of 30