In addition to the applicable use limitations of the residential zone district in which it is located, no accessory use or structure shall be permitted unless it complies with the following restrictions:

   (a)   Signs Prohibited. No sign, except as expressly authorized by this Code or Chapter 1149 shall be maintained in connection with an accessory use or structure.

   (b)   Location. No accessory use or structure shall be located in the front or side yard and the total combined area of all accessory structures shall not occupy more than thirty (30%) percent of the required area of the rear yard. Accessory structures located less than 6 feet from the principal structure shall not be considered detached structures and shall be subject to the same minimum setback requirements as principal structures.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   Home occupations may be permitted as a conditional use permit if approved by the Planning Commission. Home occupations shall be subject to the following conditions in addition to the standard provisions for the district in which the use is located:

   (a)   No person other than members of the family residing on the premises shall be engaged in such home occupation.

   (b)   The use of the dwelling unit for the home occupation shall be clearly incidental and subordinate to its use for residential purposes by its occupants, and not more than twenty-five (25) percent of the floor area of the dwelling unit shall be used in the conduct of the home occupation.

   (c)   No external alteration, construction or reconstruction of premises to accommodate the use shall be permitted.

   (d)   The home occupation may increase parking and traffic flow by no more than one (1) vehicle at a time.

   (e)   There shall be no outside storage of any kind related to the home occupational use. No display of the products shall be visible from the street.

   (f)   No expansion of existing off street parking shall be permitted to facilitate the use of the dwelling for the home occupation.

   (g)   No equipment, process, materials or chemicals shall be used which create offensive noises, vibration, smoke, dust, odor, heat, glare, x rays, radiation or electrical disturbances detectable to normal senses off the premises. In the case of electrical interference, no equipment or process shall create visual or audible interference in any radio or television receivers or other audio appliances used off the premises, or cause fluctuation in line voltage off the premises. No equipment, process, or storage associated with a home occupation shall create any fire or explosion hazard, or involve the storage or use of hazardous materials in any concentration greater than that which would normally be found in a dwelling containing no home occupation. (Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   The regulations of this section are established to permit the small-scale farming of food and non-food ornamental natural products as well as the keeping of small farm animals and bees in a manner that prevents nuisances to occupants of nearby properties and prevents conditions that are unsanitary or unsafe.

   (a)   Urban agricultural uses shall be permitted as accessory uses on occupied residential property only, except for uses established and regulated as Community Gardens below.

   (b)   All uses shall meet the minimum setbacks of the applicable district.

   (c)   All animals and cages, coops, and enclosures shall be kept and located in the rear yard only.

   (d)   All urban agriculture equipment, tools, plant supports, containers, cages, and temporary fencing shall be stored indoors when not in use.

   (e)   Farming of Fruits, Vegetables, and Other Plant Products. The farming of plant products as row crops shall be a permitted use in the rear yards of all Residence Districts. Such farming shall be limited by the following regulations.

      (1)   All structures shall comply with the setback requirements of the Residence District in which it is located.

      (2)   Any greenhouse, hoophouse, cold-frame, or similar structure more than 6 feet in height shall require a Certificate of Zoning Compliance.

      (3)   Any greenhouse or similar permanent structure shall count toward the maximum lot coverage allowed by each Residence District. Hoophouses, cold-frames, or similar non-permanent structures shall not count toward the maximum lot coverage requirement.

   (f)   Keeping of Small Farm Animals and Bees. The keeping of small farm animals and bees shall be regulated by Section 1125.03 and as follows:

      (1)   Sanitation and Nuisances.

         A.   Small animals shall be kept only in conditions that limit odors and noise and the attraction of insects and rodents so as not to cause a nuisance to occupants of nearby buildings or properties and not to cause health hazards.

         B.   Small farm animals shall not be kept in a manner that is injurious or unhealthful to the animals being kept on the property.

      (2)   Animal or Bird Noise. It shall be unlawful for any person or other party operating or occupying any building or premises to keep or allow to be kept any animal or bird that makes noise so as to habitually disturb the peace and quiet of any person in the vicinity of the premises.

      (3)   Setbacks.

         A.   Coops, enclosures, or cages housing such animals shall be set back a minimum of 20 feet from all property lines.

         B.   No beehive shall be kept closer than 10 feet to any lot line and 25 feet to a dwelling on an adjacent parcel. The front of any beehive shall face away from the property line of the adjoining residential property closest to the beehive.

      (4)   Enclosures and Fences.

         A.   Chickens and other birds shall have access to an outdoor enclosure adequately fenced or otherwise bounded to contain the birds on the property and to prevent access by dogs and other predators and providing at least 10 square feet of area for each bird.

         B.   All animals shall be provided with a covered, predator-proof coop or cage or other shelter that is thoroughly ventilated, designed to be easily accessed and cleaned, and of sufficient size to permit free movement of the animals exclusive of areas used for storage of materials or vehicles.

         C.   The total area of all coops, cages or beehives on a lot shall not be greater than 100 square feet. Such structures, singly or in combination, shall not exceed 15 feet in height.

      (5)   Prohibitions.

         A.   No roosters, geese, or turkeys shall be kept in a Residence District.

         B.   No predatory birds may be kept on any property under the regulations of this Section.

         C.   No Africanized bees, or other species that may be determined by the Ohio State Beekeepers Association to be unsafe, may be kept on a property under the regulations of this Section.

      (6)   Certificate of Zoning Compliance Required. The keeping of small farm animals or bees shall require a Certificate of Zoning Compliance.

   (g)   Community Gardens. Community Gardens are permitted in all districts, subject to the following regulations.

      (1)   Location. A community garden may be established on a vacant lot or on a portion of an occupied lot, in any district.

      (2)   Maintenance. Community gardens shall be maintained regularly throughout the year so as to be kept free of trash, litter, and tall weeds.

      (3)   Signage. One ground sign designating the community garden may be permanently placed on the site. Such sign may be up to 12 square feet in area and up to 6 feet in height.

      (4)   Tool storage. A locked tool bin or shed less than 100 square feet in size may be placed on the property, in the rear yard.

      (5)   Contact information. Contact information for the owner of the property or other responsible party shall be provided to the Municipal Manager and shall be kept current. A copy of the community garden's rules shall be filed with the Municipal Manager.

      (6)   Certificate of Zoning Compliance required. A Certificate of Zoning Compliance shall be required for any community garden.

   (h)   Composting. Composting at home gardens and community gardens shall be permitted.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13; Ord. 2020- 04-CD. Passed 12-8-20.)

   Swimming pools (measured from the edge of water), tennis courts and independent basketball courts (not ones located in an entrance drive to a residence) and similar active recreation areas shall be permitted as an accessory use in all Residence Districts or any district with permitted residential uses provided they are located behind the rear line of the principal structure and at least ten feet (10') from all property lines. Fixed lighting for these uses shall be located, screened, or shielded so that any adjacent residential lots are not directly illuminated.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   Home Day-Care Type "A" shall be a Conditional Use within any Residence District, subject to the following requirements:

   (a)   That the operator of the day-care obtain all necessary certifications from Hamilton County or the State of Ohio or as otherwise required from another agency.

   (b)   That the property have frontage on a through street and utilize that street for access to the property.

   (c)   That no signs shall be erected for purposes of identification except a permitted street address sign.

   (d)   That the outdoor playground shall be fully enclosed by a fence.

   (e)   That all exterior lighting shall be directed away from adjacent residential properties.
(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   This Zoning Code recognizes that the availability of safe and affordable, good-quality child day care is important to the wellbeing of parents and children. Furthermore, it is the purpose of this section to regulate the operation of child day care in a manner that preserves the residential character of neighborhoods. According to Ohio R.C. 5104.054, any Type "B" family day-care home, whether certified or not certified by the County Director of Job and Family Services, shall be considered to be a residential use of property for purposes of zoning and shall be a permitted use in all zoning districts in which residential uses are permitted. Type "B" family day-care homes are a permitted accessory use in residential districts, and do not require a Certificate of Zoning Compliance.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13; Ord. 2020-04-CD. Passed 12-8-20.)

   Detached private garages, attached or detached carports, detached storage barns, portable carports and other detached structures, excluding "portable storage containers" as regulated by Section 1125.24, and urban agricultural structure regulated by Section 1125.03, shall be permitted as an accessory use in all Residential Districts in accordance with the following requirements:

   (a)   Area and Height. Shall not exceed 1,032 square feet in area and shall not exceed 14.5 feet in height measured to the mean height level between eaves and ridge for gable, hip and gambrel roofs.

   (b)   Setback. Shall not be closer than three feet (3') from any property line.

   (c)   Use. No accessory building shall be used as a dwelling.

      (Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13; Ord. 2016-07-L&R. Passed 10-25-16.)

   The Village of Greenhills requires that a building permit be obtained prior to the installation of a dog run/cage. Dog runs/cages are subject to the following requirements:

   (a)   Dog run/cage can be used for no other purpose than a dog run/cage.

   (b)   Minimum height-4 feet.

   (c)   Maximum height - 6 feet.

   (d)   Maximum area not to exceed 200 square feet.

   (e)   Dog run/cage shall not be wider than 15 feet. Maximum length of any side of dog run/cage shall not exceed 20 feet.

   (f)   Material shall be either chain link with vinyl coating, wrought iron, or materials similar to wrought iron.

   (g)   An inside corner of the house or an alcove shall be used to screen dog run/cage, if possible.

   (h)   Dog run/cage shall not be visible from the street.

   (i)   Dog run/cage MUST be attached to the house (cannot be free-standing). If the dog run/cage is rectangular in shape, it is the long side of the dog run/cage that must be attached to the house.

   (j)   Call for underground utility inspection at least 48 hours prior to digging.

      (Ord. 2015-07-L&R. Passed 10-27-15.)

   House, apartment, garage, and yard sales are permitted in any Residential District, but only when limited to the personal possessions of the owner-occupant of the dwelling unit at which such sale is being conducted. Such use shall be limited to a period not to exceed three (3) consecutive days and no more than three (3) such sales shall be conducted from the same residence in any twelve (12) month period. No Certificate of Zoning Compliance shall be required for such use.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13; Ord. 2020-04-CD. Passed 12-8-20.)

   In any Residential District, placing a boat, trailer, or mobile home shall be prohibited, except that one (1) trailer, one (1) boat, OR one (1) R.V. may be parked or stored as follows:

   (a)   Vehicles or equipment stored or parked on one trailer intended for such use shall count as one recreational vehicle, (e.g. a boat on a trailer).

   (b)   No recreational vehicle or mobile home while parked or stored in a Residence District shall be used for the purpose of permanent habitation, living, business or housekeeping purposes.

   (c)   The wheels or any similar transporting devices of any such trailer permitted within any Residential District shall not be removed, nor shall any trailer be temporarily or permanently affixed to the ground or attached to something having a temporary or permanent location on the ground.

   (d)   The recreational vehicle shall be maintained and be in good condition and safe for effective performance of the function for which it is intended. The exterior of the vehicle shall be intact.

   (e)   The recreational vehicle shall be roadworthy. Those recreational vehicles that require a license shall be properly licensed, operable and tagged.

   (f)   The recreational vehicle shall be parked or stored on a paved surface.

   (g)   The recreational vehicle shall be located no closer than a minimum distance of three (3) feet from the side and rear yard property line when parked or stored in the rear yard of a Residence District.

   (h)   Vehicles (trailers, boats, campers, RVs, etc.) cannot be used for storage purposes or to shelter or serve as a platform for covering or stacking of materials (e.g. stacking firewood on or under a camper).

      (Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   The parking or storage of inoperable or abandoned vehicles is prohibited outdoors in all districts. The location and duration or temporary parking or storage of an unlicensed operable vehicle may be approved by the Zoning Official through the issuance of a Temporary Certificate of Zoning Compliance on the basis of the adequacy of the parcel size, condition of the vehicle, visibility from other properties and absence of undue adverse impact on adjacent property or on the area as a whole.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13; Ord. 2020-04-CD. Passed 12-8-20.)

   In Residence Districts, the storage or parking of one (1) commercial vehicle shall be regulated as follows:

   (a)   No truck, construction equipment, or other vehicle of a business or industrial nature shall be parked or stored on a lot in a Residence District that exceeds twenty-two (22) feet in length or seven and one half (7½ ) feet in height.

   (b)   No passenger van exceeding twenty-two (22) feet in length, step van or chassis van shall be permitted to be parked or stored in a Residence District.

   (c)   In no case shall a semi-trailer or tractor be stored or parked in a Residence District.

   (d)   No tow truck, box truck or dump truck may be parked or stored in a Residence District.
(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   Fences, hedges, walls and retaining walls are permitted in all districts, subject to the following conditions:

   (a)   Location.

      (1)   Fences and/or walls can be located in the side and rear yards subject to the height restrictions delineated in subsection (b) hereof and setback restrictions for retaining walls delineated in subsection (f) hereof.

      (2)   Hedges are permitted in the required front yard provided that the hedge height does not exceed three (3) feet. Taller hedges, not exceeding five (5) feet in height, are permitted in the required front yard, provided the hedges are setback at least ten (10) feet from the street right-of-way.

      (3)   Fences or walls used for screening of trash handling areas in Residential Districts may be located in the front yard provided that the fence does not extend more than six (6) feet from the front of the principle structure. Such fences shall not exceed four and 1/2 (4.5) feet in height and can be a solid fence or wall.

      (4)   Any fence shall be constructed in such a fashion that the finished side of the fence is facing the adjoining property.

   (b)   Height.

      (1)   For residential uses, no fence or wall located in the side yard shall exceed six (6) feet in height measured from the ground level. Fences located in the rear yard shall not exceed six (6) feet in height.

      (2)   For non-residential uses, fences shall not exceed six (6) feet in height and shall not be located in the front yard unless approved by the Village Planning Commission as part of the Site Plan Review process or by Board of Zoning Appeals.

   (c)   Materials. Fences shall not contain an electric charge or barbed or razor wire.

   (d)   Site Distance Requirements. No fence, wall, or hedge shall violate the sight distance requirements found in Section 1115.02 of this Zoning Code.0

   (e)   Requirement for a Property Survey. The Zoning Official may require that a property survey be prepared at the expense of the applicant and submitted when the location of a proposed fence is such that the property lines or setbacks are in question.

   (f)   Retaining Walls. Retaining walls shall be setback from the residential property line a minimum of one (1) foot.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13; Ord. 2020-04-CD. Passed 12-8-20.)

   Satellite dishes over one meter in diameter in a residential district or two meters in diameter in a nonresidential district, when permitted as an accessory use, are subject to the following conditions:

   (a)   Location.

      (1)   No satellite dish shall be erected on the rooftop of any residential, commercial, apartment building, school, church building or any other building. However, commercial buildings, churches and schools located in a business or other non-residential zoning district may be granted a variance based on the need by the Board of Zoning Appeals.

      (2)   Satellite dishes shall be set back a minimum twenty (20) feet from all property lines.

      (3)   Satellite dishes shall be prohibited in the front and side yards of the property on which it is located.

   (b)   Height and Size.  

      (1)   The maximum height of any ground mounted earth satellite station/satellite dish shall not exceed fifteen (15) feet above the finished grade and its diameter shall not exceed twelve (12) feet.

      (2)   The maximum height of any roof mounted earth satellite station/satellite dish approved by the Board shall not exceed the roof height it is mounted on more than four (4) feet and its diameter shall not exceed three (3) feet.

   (c)   Advertising. The satellite dish apparatus shall bear no advertising, lettering, picture or visual image.

   (d)   Landscaping and Maintenance.

      (1)   The satellite dish apparatus, where mounted to the ground, shall be screened with shrubbery and/or landscaped to provide a four (4) foot high barrier to adjacent properties.

      (2)   The satellite dish apparatus, landscaping and shrubbery shall be properly maintained to prevent both unsightly and unsafe conditions.

   (e)   Permits Required. No person, firm or corporation shall erect a satellite dish or "earth station dish" in the Village without a permit, and no installation or erection shall commence before a permit is issued in accordance with this Code.

   (f)   Exemptions. Satellite dishes under one (1) meter in diameter in residential districts and under two (2) meters in diameter in nonresidential districts shall be exempt from the aforementioned regulations.

      (Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   A day care center receiving state certification pursuant to the Ohio Revised Code shall be permitted as accessory to any non-residential use in accordance with the following requirements:

   (a)   Area of Outdoor Play Space. At least one hundred (100) square feet of outdoor play space per child shall be provided on the lot, exclusive of driveways, off-street parking and service areas, and required yards.

   (b)   Location and Enclosure of Outdoor Play Space. All outdoor play space shall be located in the rear yard and fenced or otherwise enclosed on all sides to a height of no less than three feet (3') and no greater than six feet (6').

   (c)   Parking Standards. Parking standards for accessory uses shall be in addition to, and calculated the same as, permitted uses as specified in Chapter 1147.

      (Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   Outdoor art, craft and plant shows are permitted in any Commercial District; provided, however, that any such use shall require the specific prior approval of the Municipal Manager on the basis of the adequacy of the parcel size, parking provisions, traffic access and the absence of undue adverse impact on other properties. Every such sale shall be limited to a period not to exceed three (3) days.
(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   Christmas tree sales are permitted in any Commercial District and, when conducted by a not-for-profit religious, philanthropic or civic group or organization on property owned or leased by such group or organization, in any Residential District. Such use shall be limited to a period not to exceed fifty (50) days. Display of Christmas trees need not comply with the yard requirements of this Code, except that no tree shall be displayed so as to obstruct the sight triangles defined in Section 1115.02.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   (a)   Festivals are permitted in any district when sponsored by a not-for-profit religious, philanthropic or civic group or organization on property owned, leased, or otherwise used by official permission by such group or organization. Commercial festivals are permitted in any commercial District; provided, however, that any such use shall require the specific prior approval of the Municipal Manager on the basis of the adequacy of the parcel size, parking provisions, traffic access and the absence of undue adverse impact on other properties. Such use shall be limited to a period not to exceed ten (10) days.

   (b)   Such use need not comply with the yard requirements of this Code except that structures or equipment that might block the view of operators of motor vehicles on any public or private street and shall not be located within the sight triangle defined in Section 1115.02. Such use need not comply with the maximum height requirements of this Code. The concessionaire responsible for the operation of any such carnival shall submit in advance of the event date a site layout displaying adequate ingress and egress routes for emergency vehicles and no dead-end aisles. Additionally, the applicant or concessionaire shall provide written approval of the Greenhills Fire Department.

   In addition to the other relevant District regulations, drive-in, drive-through or carry-out eating and drinking establishments shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission during Site Plan Review as required by Chapter 1151 and shall be further regulated as follows:

   (a)   The establishment must be located on or near a major street; said street must be adequate to carry the additional traffic generated by the establishment. The Village may require the preparation of a traffic impact study by a qualified traffic engineer to determine the adequacy of the roadway and determine any necessary off-site roadway improvement.

   (b)   A minimum of five (5) stacking spaces per drive-thru lane shall be required.

   (c)   Exterior lighting, including illuminated signage, shall be so shaded, shielded or directed that the light intensity or brightness shall not be objectionable to any adjacent dwelling units.

   (d)   A solid fence or wall four (4) to six (6) feet in height shall be constructed where any off-street parking area is located, adjacent to a dwelling unit or any residentially zoned parcel of land. An evergreen hedge maintained in good condition may be substituted for the required fence or wall, provided however, that the evergreen hedge provides an opaque screen to prevent the glare of headlights onto adjoining properties and provided that the Planning Commission or Board of Zoning Appeals approves such.

      (Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   The following requirements shall apply to all dumpsters, trash handling areas, and related service entrances:

   (a)   Setbacks. Dumpsters, trash handling areas and related screening, shall be located to the side or rear of the principle building and comply with the minimum side and rear yard setbacks as a main building as determined by the zone district in which such structure is constructed.

   (b)   Location of Screen. Any such accessory use or structure shall be screened on three sides by a fence or wall from the view from public streets and any abutting properties located in a residential, office, or commercial district.

   (c)   Height and Construction of Screen. Any fence or wall required under this Section shall have a height no greater than seven feet (7') and no less than five feet (5'). Any wall shall be constructed in a durable fashion of brick, stone, or other masonry materials and there shall be no openings in the wall surface. Any fence shall be constructed in a durable fashion of wood posts and/or planks with minimum diameter or width of three inches (3") and there shall be no openings between the posts not between the planks.

      (Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   (a)   Building Location. All buildings shall be setback from any property line the minimum distance that is required in the District in which it is located. An additional two (2) feet shall be added to the setback requirement for each foot of building height which exceeds the maximum height permitted (not to exceed 45 feet in height).

   (b)   Building Type. All accessory structures shall be designed to reflect the main building and the use of temporary, portable or modular structures shall be prohibited.

   (c)   Location and Enclosure of Outdoor Play Space. All outdoor play space shall be located in the rear yard and fenced or otherwise enclosed on all sides to a height of no less than three feet (3') and no greater than six feet (6').

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   Contractor's offices and equipment sheds are permitted in any district when accessory to a construction project. No such use shall contain any sleeping accommodations. Such use shall be limited to a period not to exceed the duration of the active construction phase of such project.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   Model units including Real Estate offices, are permitted in any district when an accessory use to a new development. No such use shall contain any sleeping accommodations unless located in a model dwelling unit. Such use shall be limited to the period of the active selling or leasing of units or space in such development and to activities related to the development in which such office is located. No such office shall be used as the general office or headquarters of any firm.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13.)

   Tents are permitted in all districts in connection with any permitted, accessory or temporary use. No tent shall be allowed to remain for a period of more than two (2) days longer than the use with which it is associated or, in the absence of any such period, ten (10) days. Unless waived in writing by the Zoning Official, every tent shall comply with the bulk and yard requirements of the district in which it is located.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13; Ord. 2020-04-CD. Passed 12-8-20.)

   (a)   Residential use properties are permitted one (1) portable storage container for fourteen (14) consecutive days per year. The container must be situated on a paved surface and be setback a minimum of ten (10) feet from the right-of-way, easement of access, or edge of pavement, whichever is the greater setback. A portable storage container is intended to provide "temporary" storage for moving and similar short-term purposes. These units are not permitted as a permanent accessory storage structure, regardless of the proposed location of the unit. A temporary/accessory residential use Certificate of Zoning Compliance is required before the container is placed on-site.

   (b)   Nonresidential use properties are permitted one (1) portable storage container for fourteen (14) consecutive days per year. The container must be situated on a paved surface and be setback a minimum of ten (10) feet from the right-of-way, easement of access, or edge of pavement, whichever is the greater setback. These units are not permitted as a permanent accessory storage structure, regardless of the proposed location of the unit. A temporary commercial use Certificate of Zoning Compliance is required before the container is placed on-site.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13; Ord. 2020-04-CD. Passed 12-8-20.)

   Solar panels may be erected in any district in accordance with the following standards and requirements:

   (a)   Solar energy equipment shall be located in the least visibly obtrusive location where panels would be functional. Solar roof panels which simulate typical roofing materials such as asphalt shingles or clay tiles and are compatible with the design of the structure are preferred.

   (b)   Rooftop solar panels shall be installed on the plane of the roof material (flush mounted) or made a part of the roof design (e.g., utilizing capping or framing compatible with the color of the roof or structure), but shall not extend above the ridgeline of the roof.

   (c)   A ground mounted solar panel shall be subordinate in size to the principal structure it serves, shall not exceed fifteen feet in height, and is subject to lot coverage limitations and accessory structure location requirements.

   (d)   For rooftop or wall mounted solar panels, all exterior electrical lines shall be in conduit and painted in a color scheme that matches as closely as reasonably possible the color of the structure and materials adjacent to the conduit (i.e. conduit on walls should be painted the color of the structure of the walls while conduit on roof should be the color of the roof.)

   (e)   For rooftop or wall mounted solar panels, all exterior plumbing lines must be painted in a color scheme that matches as closely as reasonably possible the color of the structure and materials adjacent to the plumbing lines.

   (f)   For ground mounted solar panels, all exterior electrical lines must be in conduit and conduit and plumbing lines must be buried.

   (g)   Solar energy equipment shall meet setback and height requirements for the zone.

   (h)   Solar energy equipment shall not block required parking.

   (i)   Repair and replacement of existing solar energy equipment is exempt from this chapter provided that there is not expansion in the rooftop or ground area covered by solar panels.

   (j)   Nonfunctioning solar energy equipment shall be removed within three months of becoming nonfunctional.

   (k)   No solar equipment shall be installed without first obtaining a Certificate of Zoning Compliance.

(Ord. 2013-04-CD. Passed 4-2-13; Ord. 2020-04-CD. Passed 12-8-20.)

   The outdoor storage of materials in a residential district shall not be permitted in the front yard for more than 48 hours. Outdoor storage shall be located behind the front building line of the dwelling and shall be stored in an orderly manner (e.g. stacked) and shall remain free of stagnant water and vermin. The Municipality may require the screening of items stored outdoors.

(Ord. 2015-07-L&R. Passed 10-27-15.)

   In any District, the accumulation and/or storage of junk vehicles, disabled or inoperative machinery and equipment, dismantled parts of vehicles, machinery or equipment, discarded appliances and furnishings, other junk and debris, shall be prohibited except when stored within a completely enclosed building or structure.

(Ord. 2015-07-L&R. Passed 10-27-15.)