Building and structures shall conform to the following codes as adopted and modified by the city council: building code, current edition; mechanical code, current edition; plumbing code, with the Utah supplements, current edition; and the national electrical code, current edition. (Ord. 93-003 § 2-1)

The regulations set forth in this chapter qualify or supplement, as the case may be, the zone regulations contained elsewhere in this zoning ordinance. (Ord. 93-003 § 3-1)

The requirements of this title as to minimum site development standards shall not be construed to prevent a use as permitted in a respective zone of any parcel of land in the event such parcel was held in separate ownership prior to March 12, 1981. Each such parcel to be developed must have not less than twenty feet (20') of frontage on a street, or as approved by the appeal authority, and the density of development may not exceed that permitted by area requirements in the respective zone. (Ord. 13-05)

Every main building shall be located and maintained on a "lot" as defined in chapter 17.08 of this title, and every lot shall have required frontage on a "street" as defined in chapter 17.08 of this title, except as follows:

   A.   Where a parcel of land was in separate ownership prior to March 12, 1981, as described in section 17.44.030 of this chapter; and

   B.   Where under special circumstances of design of a parcel of land the planning commission approves a lot split, as defined and provided for in Farr West City subdivision ordinance, which may or may not have the required frontage as provided for in this title. Under no circumstances may the frontage be less than twenty feet (20'). (Ord. 06-01 § 7: Ord. 93-003 § 3-3)

   A.   No required yard or other open space around an existing building or which is hereafter provided around any building for the purpose of complying with the provisions of this zoning ordinance, shall be considered as providing a yard or open space for any other building; nor shall any yard or other required open space on an adjoining lot be considered as providing a yard or open space on a lot whereon a building is to be erected or established.

   B.   On any lot under a separate ownership from adjacent lots and of record at the time of the initial enactment of this zoning ordinance and such lot having a smaller width than required for the zone in which it is located, the following regulations shall apply:

      1.   For interior lots, each side yard may be equal to, but not less than, the same percentage of the required side yard width as the lot is of the required lot width, provided that in no case shall the smaller of the two (2) side yards be less than five feet (5') or the larger less than eight feet (8').

      2.   On corner lots, each side yard may be equal to, but not less than, the same percentage of the required side yard width as the lot is of the required lot width, provided that in no case shall the side yard on the street side be less than fifteen feet (15').

   C.   Every part of a required yard shall be open to the sky unobstructed except for accessory buildings in a rear yard, and except for the ordinary projections of skylights, sills, belt courses, cornices and other ornamental features.

   D.   Open or lattice enclosed fire escapes, fireproof outside stairways, and balconies opening upon fire towers may project into a yard not more than five feet (5'), and the ordinary projections of chimneys and flues are permitted.

   E.   Accessory buildings shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions of section 17.44.190, "Site Development Standards For All Residential Zones", of this chapter.

   F.   No space needed to meet the width, yard, area, coverage, parking or other requirements of this zoning ordinance for a lot or building may be conveyed away from such lot or building. Any attempted conveyance or lease in violation hereof shall be void.

   G.   No parcel of land which has less than the minimum width and area requirements for the zone in which it is located may be cut off from a larger parcel of land for the purpose, whether immediate or future, of building or development as a lot. (Ord. 09: Ord. 15-05: Ord. 93-003 § 3-4)

   A.   Penthouse or roof structures for the housing of elevators, stairways, tanks, ventilating fans or similar equipment required to operate and maintain building, and fire or parapet walls, skylights, towers, steeples, flagpoles, chimneys, smokestacks and water tanks, wireless or television masts, theater lofts, silos or similar structures may be erected above the height limits prescribed in the zone height regulations, but no space above the height limit shall be allowed for the purpose of providing additional floor space, and no heights are permitted above the maximum allowed under airport area height provisions.

   B.   Dwelling and accessory buildings shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions of section 17.44.190, "Site Development Standards For All Residential Zones", of this chapter. (Ord. 15-05: Ord. 93-003 § 3-5)

Domestic water supply and sewage disposal shall comply with the Weber County health department requirements in all applications for a building permit where either an approved supply or piped water under pressure, or a sewer, is not available. (Ord. 93-003 § 3-6)

See chapter 17.46 of this title. (Ord. 2015-10)

   A.   Exterior Lighting: No spotlight or floodlight shall be installed in any way which will permit the direct rays of such light to penetrate into any residential zone or onto any property used for residential purpose.

   B.   Lights Not To Constitute Traffic Hazard: No light, sign or other advertising structure as regulated by this zoning ordinance shall be erected at the intersection of any street in such a manner as to obstruct free and clear vision; or at any location where, by reason of the position, shape or color, it may interfere with obstructing the view of or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device or which makes use of the words, "Stop", "Look", "Drive-in", "Danger" or any other word, phrase, symbol or character in such manner as to interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic. (Ord. 93-003 § 3-8)

In all residential zones, a private park, playground or recreation area with or without a swimming pool shall meet the following requirements:

   A.   The lands and facilities used for such purpose shall be owned or leased and operated by a nonprofit corporation for the exclusive benefit of the members, their immediate families and nonpaying guests.

   B.   Adequate restrooms and sanitary facilities shall be provided and kept available for use by members, their families and guests, and shall be maintained in proper working order and in a clean and sanitary condition and in full compliance with the reasonable standards, rules and regulations established by the Weber County Health Department.

   C.   Twenty five (25) off street parking spaces, or one off street paving space for each four (4) memberships in the operating corporation, whichever is greater, shall be provided on the lot devoted to the principal use.

   D.   Operation or use of the recreational or other facilities provided is forbidden between the hours of eleven o'clock (11:00) P.M. to eight o'clock (8:00) A.M. next following.

   E.   All facilities, equipment and buildings shall be set back not less than twenty feet (20') from any property line and shall be located not less than fifty feet (50') from any main building on an adjoining lot and from any area upon which any such main building may be constructed upon said adjoining lot if no such main building is in existence.

   F.   The minimum size of the lot or site used for such recreational or other purposes shall be one acre.

   G.   Any lights used to illuminate the premises shall be installed in such a manner that the source of light shall be suitably screened to avoid annoying illumination of lands outside the premises. (Ord. 93-003 § 3-9)

In all residential zones, public utility substations shall meet the following requirements:

   A.   Lot Area: Each public utility substation in a residential zone shall be located on a lot not less than two thousand (2,000) square feet in area.

   B.   Yards: Each public utility substation in a residential zone shall be provided with a yard on each of the four (4) sides of the building not less than five feet (5') in width, except that for such stations located on lots fronting on a street abutted by one or more residential lots, the front yard, side yards, and rear yards shall equal those required for a single-family residence in the same zone.

   C.   Street Access: Each public utility substation in a residential zone shall be located on a lot which has adequate access from a street, alley or easement.

   D.   Location To Be Approved: The location of public utility substation in a residential zone shall be subject to approval by the City Planning Commission. (Ord. 93-003 § 3-10)

A family swimming pool shall conform to the following requirements:

   A.   The location of a family swimming pool or accessory pool related machinery or building shall not be less than ten feet (10') from any interior property line where there is no utility easement or ten feet (10') from any utility easement running along said property line. On corner lots, the distance from the pool to the property line facing on a street shall not be less than the required side yard for an accessory building in that zone.

   B.   A protective barrier or fence shall be installed around the swimming pool, hot tub/spa, or other artificial water feature which is deeper than eighteen inches (18") according to the requirements of section 17.46.060 of this title.

   C.   Any lights used to illuminate the pool or its accessories shall be so arranged as to reflect the light away from the adjoining premises. (Ord. 2018-01)

   A.   Painting Of Buildings: The outside surface of buildings which are constructed of wood shall be coated with paint or other wood preservative within one year from the time such building is occupied or used.

   B.   Maintenance Of Premises: Any lot which is used for dwellings, businesses or industrial purposes shall be improved and maintained as follows:

      1.   Wherever a front yard or side yard adjacent to a street is required, such yard shall be planted and maintained according to the definition of landscaping in this title.

      2.   Driveways leading from a street to a commercial parking lot or other off street parking space shall be paved with hard surfacing. Paved surfacing shall be completed within one year from the date of the occupancy of the building.

      3.   No trash, rubbish, weeds or any combustible material shall be allowed to remain on any lot outside of approved containers in any residential or commercial zone. No junk, debris, abandoned or dismantled vehicle or similar material shall be sorted or allowed to remain on any lot in any residential, planned commercial, commercial or M-1 Manufacturing Zone, and no junk, debris, dismantled automobiles or similar material shall be stored or allowed to remain on any lot in any M-1 Manufacturing Zone outside of an enclosed building or sight obscuring fence or wall of at least six feet (6') in height. (Ord. 93-003 § 9-1)

The City Council, based upon a recommendation by the Planning Commission, may approve a deep lot or a flag lot under the provisions of this title subject to all of the following conditions:

   A.   Deep or flag lot developments shall be restricted to one lot per access or lot right-of-way. The lot to be developed shall contain at least the minimum area and lot width for the zone in which the lot is located;

   B.   The lot shall have an access with a width of at least twenty feet (20') which abuts a publicly dedicated street;

   C.   A deep lot or flag lot is permitted only in locations which, due to natural or artificial physical constraints, which constraints may not be self-imposed by the property owner or developer, make it impossible for a publicly dedicated full width street development either now or in the foreseeable future. If the property can be developed in any way other than a deep lot or flag lot, the deep lot development shall not be approved. (Ord. 06-01 § 8: Ord. 93-003 § 9-2)

   A.   There shall be provided and maintained at the time of erection of any main building or structure, off street parking space with adequate provisions for the ingress and egress by standard sized vehicles as hereinafter set forth. The parking space shall be located on the same lot as the building it is to serve.

   B.   Whenever existing main buildings are enlarged or increased in capacity, or are changed in use, additional off street paving space shall be provided which will meet the requirements applying to such enlargement.

   C.   The number of parking spaces for uses not specified herein shall be determined by the Planning Commission, being guided where appropriate by the regulations set forth herein for uses of buildings which, in the opinion of the Zoning Administrator or Planning Commission, are similar to the use of building under consideration.

      1.   In any residential zone, no private or public parking lot shall be located within the front setback which faces on a public street. In all zones, outside parking space shall be paved surface with bituminous material or concrete.

      2.   Space allocated to comply with these regulations shall not be used later for additional structures or uses unless other space so complying is provided.

      3.   For the purpose of this chapter, a space of not less than nine feet by twenty feet (9' x 20') of lot area with access to public streets by standard sized automobiles shall be deemed to be parking space for one vehicle.

      4.   In the case of mixed uses in the same building or structure, the amount of off street parking spaces required shall be the sum of the parking required under this title for the principal use together with a reasonable amount for all accessory uses. The reasonable amount shall be determined in light of the uses, location and circumstances of the building or structure and in consideration of the provisions of this title.

   D.   Parking spaces for individual uses shall be provided as follows:

 

(Ord. 93-003 § 9-3)

All required setbacks and areas not used for a building, parking or access are required to be landscaped before occupancy of the building or site is allowed except for single-family homes. If occupancy is to occur during the winter months then the landscaping must be installed before the beginning of the upcoming June. For single-family homes the front yard area is required to be landscaped within twelve (12) months of occupancy. If a building or site, including single-family homes, is built and suitable for occupancy but not yet sold or rented the builder is responsible for landscaping per this chapter.

Suitable landscaping may include plants, shrubs, trees, lawn, xeriscaping or similar landscaping materials that are common to and fit the character of the surrounding neighborhood. (Ord. 2014-02)

Permits for the following buildings, structures and uses of land shall be authorized in all residential zones:

Agricultural production buildings and uses.

Buildings and uses commonly and customarily associated with residential uses including, but not limited to: fences, garages, tool and yard maintenance equipment sheds, swimming pools, arbors, gazebos and similar structures and use and development requirements.

Household pets; no more than two (2) each.

Internal Accessory dwelling unit.

"Residential facility for elderly persons" as defined in section 17.08.010 of this title.

"Residential facility for persons with a disability" as defined in section 17.08.010 of this title.

Single-family detached houses. (Ord. 21-10: Ord. 2014-02)

   A.   Single-Family Dwellings:

 

 

   B.   Accessory Buildings:

 

   C.   Additional Accessory Building Requirements: In no case may an accessory building or group of accessory buildings on the same lot cover more than twenty percent (20%) of a rear yard or any portion of a building extend beyond property lines.

Carports and other detached accessory buildings not having walls shall follow the defined minimum setbacks.

Accessory buildings built forward of the rear build line of the main dwelling shall have an architectural style, building materials, and color compatible and consistent with the architectural style, building materials, and color of the main dwelling. Minimum setbacks shall be maintained between buildings and from property lines.

Accessory buildings with a footprint larger than two thousand (2,000) square feet require a conditional use permit and may require additional setback and/or height limits.

In no case shall the construction of an accessory building be commenced previous to twenty-five percent (25%) completion of the primary residence on the same lot as determined by the Farr West City building official.

   D.   Main Buildings Other Than Dwellings: (For churches, schools, clubhouses, civic centers, etc., see section 17.08.010, "Definitions", of this title.)

 

(Ord. 20-07: Ord. 19-04: Ord. 2018-03: Ord. 15-05: Ord. 2014-02; Ord. 21-14, 11-18-2021)

The following special provisions shall apply in all residential zones:

   A.   Free Of Refuse And Debris: The yard space around buildings and structures shall be kept free of refuse and debris.

   B.   Utilities: All structures requiring utilities, including water (both culinary and secondary), electricity, gas and sewer, shall be serviced by an entity providing that particular utility or service to Farr West City.

   C.   Off Street Parking: Off street parking shall be provided and maintained as required under off street parking requirements in this title.

   D.   Landscaping: The front yards of all lots on which buildings are located shall be landscaped. See section 17.44.160, "Landscaping Requirements", of this chapter.

   E.   Miscellaneous: See sections 17.44.130 through 17.44.150 of this chapter. (Ord. 2014-02)

The primary owner of the residence shall reside in a residence that contains an internal accessory dwelling unit as their primary residence.

One accessory dwelling unit may be created within a single-family dwelling.

Accessory dwelling units shall comply with all applicable building, health, and fire codes.

Internal accessory dwelling units shall be designed in a manner that does not change the appearance of the primary dwelling as a single-family dwelling.

Include a minimum of one additional on-site parking space regardless of whether the primary dwelling is existing or new construction.

Replace and/or add all required on-site parking if the internal accessory dwelling unit is created within a garage or carport.

The applicant for a permit to offer for rent an internal accessory dwelling unit shall obtain a building permit for any construction required to create an internal accessory dwelling unit.

Obtain an Internal Accessory Dwelling Unit permit from the city before offering for rent an internal accessory dwelling unit.

Internal accessory dwelling units are prohibited in mobile homes, in home on lots smaller than six thousand (6,000) square feet in size, and in homes served by a failing septic tank.

Farr West city prohibits the rental or offering for rental of an internal accessory dwelling unit for a period of less than thirty (30) consecutive days.

Violation of this ordinance may result in penalties, fines, and liens as outlined by law (UCA 10-9a-530). (Ord. 21-10)