Menahga City Zoning Code
§ 151.41
SHEDS, PORCHES AND ACCESSORY BUILDINGS.
(A) All zones. Sheds of 200 square feet or less will not require a zoning permit. This pertains to stationary and moveable sheds. No additions or accessory structures shall be allowed on properties that do not conform with this chapter.
(B) All zones. A “porch” is defined as a covered or enclosed structure used as an entrance to an existing building and does not protrude over eight feet from the foundation. Porches of 200 square feet or less will not require a zoning permit. The porch must be stationary and constructed in a manner which is similar or complement the existing building.
(C) All zones. If the property is in the shoreland overlay district (from Spirit Lake, from Blueberry River), the addition of the shed or porch must be figured in for impervious surface calculations as determined by the Menahga shoreland standard.
(D) All zones. All sheds must be constructed in a manner which is similar or complement the existing buildings.
(E) Residential zones. No shipping containers will be allowed. Temporary use of shipping containers will be allowed when used in conjunction with an original active building permit, but no longer than 365 days. No extensions will be allowed. Note: Some areas of the city may have private development covenants that may prohibit their use, even temporarily. Please check your property documents for covenants prior to using shipping containers.
(F) Residential zones. Sheds will only be allowed on parcels that have a permanent primary structure on the property.
(G) Residential zones. The shed must be in the rear or side of a property with a setback of five feet from the property line.
(H) Business zones (C-B, C-1, C-2, and I). Accessory buildings may be used for purposes, which are permitted in the district where the business is located. Any retail business that sells accessory buildings and sheds, may occupy their commercial property for display and sales purposes.
(I) Business zones (I and C-2 only). Shipping containers will be allowed for storage of business supplies and necessary equipment.
(Ord. passed 12- -24)