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New Milford City Zoning Code

§ 30-28.15 Projections Into Required Yards

General Exceptions.

[Ord. No. 2005:26; Ord. No. 2018:15]
a. 
The ordinary projection of parapets, windowsills, doorposts, rainwater leaders and similar ornamental or structural fixtures may project a maximum distance of eight (8") inches into required yard setback.
b. 
Cornices, canopies, eaves, bay windows, balconies, chimneys or flues, and necessary landings and other similar architectural features may project a maximum distance of two (2') feet into required yard setbacks. Front steps may project a maximum distance of four (4') feet into a required yard setback.
c. 
Patios and Decks. Patios may be located in any required rear or side yard setback. Decks must meet the yard requirements of the principal building to which it is attached.
d. 
Fences and walls may project into any required yard setback, subject to subsection 30-28.14, where applicable.
e. 
An unenclosed small porch, or covered platform, may project a maximum distance of four feet into a required front yard setback. The maximum width of the porch or platform shall be 20 percent of the width of the front façade, but not less than six (6') feet.