This section contains tables that list the requirements for lot dimensions and building bulk, density, location, and height for all types of development. All primary and accessory structures are subject to the dimensional standards set forth in the following tables, except as otherwise specifically stated in this UDC.

A.

Residential and commercial standards:

B.

Mixed-use standards:

C.

Other districts standards:

(Ord. 03-2022, § 1(Attch.), 1-11-2022; Ord. No. 017-2024, § 4, 5-14-2024)

A.

Setbacks:

1.

General setback requirements:

a.

Required setbacks: Setbacks shall be unoccupied and unobstructed by any structure from 30 inches above grade upward; provided, however, that fences, walls, trellises, poles, posts, ornaments, furniture and other customary yard accessories are permitted in any setback subject to height limitations and requirements limiting obstruction of visibility.

i.

A building, structure, or lot shall not be developed, used, or occupied unless it meets the minimum setback requirements set forth in table 4-1 for the zone district in which it is located.

ii.

A setback or other open space required by this UDC shall not be included as part of a setback or other open space required by this UDC for another building or structure or lot.

b.

Projections into required setbacks, general: The following structures may project into required front, side or rear setbacks as follows:

i.

Patios or terraces: Patios or terraces may project into any required setback, provided that no structures placed on them shall violate other requirements of this UDC.

ii.

Unroofed landings, decks and stairs: Unroofed landings, decks and stairs may project into required setbacks, provided that the floor shall not extend higher than 30 inches above the finished grade level and the projection is at least five feet from the lot line.

iii.

Unroofed exterior balconies: Unroofed exterior balconies may project into a required side or rear setback provided these projections are at least five feet from the side lot line and ten feet from the rear lot line.

iv.

Incidental architectural features:

(A)

Cornices, eaves, canopies, chimneys, bay windows, ornamental features, and other similar architectural features may project up to two feet into any required setback provided these projections are at least three feet from the lot line.

(B)

Window wells may encroach up to three feet into any required setback provided they are at least two feet from the lot line.

v.

Roofs over porches and other exterior approaches: Roofs over porches, stairways, landings, terraces, or other exterior approaches to pedestrian doorways may project up to six feet into a front setback, provided that the roof projections shall comprise no more than 50 percent of the total length of the building's facade. The covered porch or entrance area projecting into the front setback shall remain exterior to the building and enclosed by no more than a railing. The projection shall be at least five feet from the property line.

vi.

Handicap ramps: The Director may allow the installation of wheelchair access ramps in required front, side, and rear setbacks. The design and placement of the ramps shall be reviewed to ensure that:

(A)

The ramp has minimal visual impact on abutting properties;

(B)

The width of the ramp does not exceed 48 inches.

vii.

Private garages and carports: A private garage or carport may project into a required setback abutting an alley, provided the projection is at least five feet from the property line. A second story living space shall be permitted above the private garage. The private garage or carport shall be subject to the other requirements of this UDC.

viii.

Fences and walls: Fences and walls may project into any required setback and shall be in accordance with other requirements of this UDC.

c.

Projections into easement and rights-of-way prohibited: Unless specifically permitted by this UDC, projections shall not extend or encroach into any easement(s) or right(s)-of-way.

d.

Contextual front setbacks: In addition to permitted projections described in section 10-4-2 A.1.b, the following exceptions to the front setback requirement for dwelling units abutting local streets (not collector or arterial streets) are authorized for a lot in any district.

i.

If there are dwelling units on both abutting lots with front setbacks of less than the required depth for the district, the front setback for the lot need not exceed the average front yard of the abutting dwelling units.

ii.

If there is a dwelling unit on one abutting lot with a front setback of less than the required depth for the district, the front setback for the lot need not exceed a depth one-half way between the depth of the abutting lot and the required setback depth.

e.

Corner lots: In the case of corner lots, unless the prevailing front setback pattern on adjoining lots indicates otherwise, front setbacks shall be provided on all frontages. Where one of the front setbacks that would normally be required on a through lot is not in keeping with the prevailing setback pattern, the director may waive the requirement for the normal front setback and substitute therefore a special front setback requirement, which shall not exceed the average of the setbacks provided on adjacent lots.

f.

Corner sight distance (a.k.a. sight or vision clearance triangle): Where a driveway or private street intersects a public right-of-way or where property abuts the intersection of two public rights-of-way, unobstructed sight distance as described in the standards shall be maintained at all times within the sight triangle area on the property adjacent to the intersection in order to ensure that safe and adequate sight distance is provided for the public use of the right-of-way.

B.

Height:

1.

Height in the airport district: The height of a building in the airport district is the total height of the structure including all appurtenances and lighting above ground.

2.

Height exceptions for appurtenances: Except as specifically provided elsewhere in this UDC, the height limitations contained in this UDC do not apply to spires, belfries, cupolas, chimneys, heating and ventilation equipment, elevator housings, stairwell towers or similar appurtenances; provided, however, the following:

a.

The appurtenance does not interfere with FAA Regulations;

b.

The appurtenance does not extend more than 25 feet above the maximum permitted building height, except for church belfries that must be of greater height in order to function;

c.

The appurtenance is not constructed for the purpose of providing additional floor area in the building; and

d.

The appurtenance complies with the screening requirements for mechanical equipment and appurtenances in section 10-6-4 G.

(Ord. 03-2022, § 1(Attch.), 1-11-2022)