Newtown City Zoning Code
§ B70-5.03
Special yard regulations.
A.
Corner lots. All yards bounding on a street shall meet the minimum requirements for front yards whether or not said street is presently maintained by the Town.
B.
Buildings housing horses, cattle, sheep or poultry, whether as a principal or accessory use of the premises, shall be located at least 100 feet from any property line.
C.
There shall be no side or rear yard required in any Industrial Zone adjacent to a railroad right of way actually containing track.
D.
ADA structural exemptions. Structural alterations to single family residences including but not limited to handrails or wheelchair ramps, which are necessary to provide access to individuals with a physical disability shall be exempt from the applicable minimum yard setback and maximum lot coverage requirements provided that the proposed structure meets the following criteria:
(1)
The proposed structural alteration must comply with applicable guidelines for the American Disabilities Act (ADA); and
(2)
A Certificate of Occupancy has been issued for the residence or the residence has been in existence prior to October 1, 1971. An A-2 survey shall not be required provided that the applicant can illustrate, to the satisfaction of the Zoning Enforcement Officer, the proposed structure is located wholly within the subject property boundary and access will not affect adjoining property or the public right of way.