No accessory building shall be used prior to the principal building or use, except as a construction facility for the principal building.

An accessory building attached to the principal building of a lot shall be made a structural part thereof and shall comply with the provisions of this chapter.

Accessory buildings, structures, and uses shall be supplemental or subordinate to the principal building on a parcel of land, and shall be on the same parcel of land as the principal building, structure, or use they serve.

Construction, erection, installation, or placement of accessory buildings or structures shall be in accordance with the requirements of the applicable Building Code. Permits shall be required for buildings greater than 36 square feet in area and/or greater than four feet in height.

Accessory buildings, structures, and uses shall not be located within a dedicated easement or right-of-way.

Attached accessory buildings.

Detached structures.

Accessory supplemental buildings.

Private swimming pools. Except as otherwise permitted in this chapter, all private swimming pools (above or below ground) shall be subject to the following:

The provisions of § 40-8.03A(2) through (5) shall be applicable to all as principal or accessory buildings.

There shall be no limit on number and size of detached buildings used for agricultural purposes, provided that all buildings comply with height and setback requirements of the zoning district.

Where an agricultural building is structurally attached to a residence or any other nonagricultural building, the provisions of § 40-8.03B(1) shall be applicable to all such buildings.

Amateur radio antennas are permitted up to a height of 75 feet if used in accordance with the terms of a valid amateur radio service license issued by the Federal Communications Commission or permitted under federal regulation by a reciprocal agreement with a foreign country. Other pole, mast type antennas may be permitted to a height equal to the maximum permitted maximum height of structures in the district. Other pole, mast, whip, or panel-type antennas that are roof-mounted or attached to a building shall not extend more than 12 feet above the highest point of a roof.

Satellite dish antennas in residential districts which extend more than 14 feet in height or 14 feet above grade shall not exceed 24 inches in diameter.

Satellite dish and amateur radio antennas shall be located in a side or rear yard and shall be placed so that rotation can occur without encroachment into the required setback.

A nonresidential temporary structure designed as a general sales office or financial institution may be used exclusively for such purposes during construction of a permanent structure designed for any such purpose. Such temporary structure shall be permitted only in C-1, C-2, I, BD, and PF Districts, and only if such permanent structure and use is permitted in said zoning district. Said structure shall be removed no later than seven days after the issuance of any occupancy certificate for the permanent structure.

A nonresidential temporary structure, designed as a sales office, may be used in a residential development, including a PUD, exclusively for the purpose of selling new dwelling units within said residential development. The temporary structure may be used only during the construction of a model home/sales office and shall be removed no later than seven days after the issuance of any occupancy certificate for said model homes. In no case may a temporary sales office be used for more than a one-year period. The temporary office shall be the sole occupancy of, and located entirely within the buildable area of, a single lot, shall provide the off-street parking required by Article XII and shall meet all requirements of the Building Code. Unless exempted by the Building Code, the temporary structure shall be connected to public water and sanitary sewer lines, where available, in which case a connection permit shall be obtained from the Township Utilities Department. If public water and sanitary lines are not available to the lot, the temporary structure shall be connected to a well and a septic or holding tank, in which case the applicant shall obtain a permit therefor from the Washtenaw County Health Department. Said temporary structure may not be occupied until an occupancy certificate has been issued. A temporary sales office permitted under this subsection shall not be subject to the provisions of Subsections C through E, following.

A nonresidential temporary structure, not to exceed 12 feet by 40 feet in size, designed as a construction office, may be used in a residential development, including a PUD. If the development has more than one model home, the temporary structure may be used only during the construction of the model homes and shall be removed not later than seven days after the issuance of any occupancy certificate for said model homes. In all cases the temporary construction office shall be removed when occupancy certificates have been issued for 80% of the proposed structures in the phase in which it is located. The temporary office shall be located entirely within the buildable area of a single lot, shall provide the off-street parking required by Article XII, and shall meet all requirements of the Building Code. A temporary construction office permitted under this subsection shall not be subject to the provisions of Subsections C through E, following.

A temporary structure shall comply with all use, yard, and parking requirements of the zoning district in which located. A certificate of zoning compliance shall be obtained from the Zoning Administrator.

A temporary structure shall be connected to public water and sanitary sewer lines, where available, in which case a connection permit shall be obtained from the Township Utilities Department. If public water and sanitary lines are not available to the lot, the temporary structure shall be connected to a well and septic tank, in which case the applicant shall obtain a permit therefor from the Washtenaw County Health Department.

A temporary structure shall be permitted only on the same lot as the permanent structure, except that a temporary sales/rental office in a residential development may be located within the boundary lines of said residential development.

The term of the permit shall not exceed one year, provided that, in the discretion of the Planning Commission, the term may be extended for one period not exceeding six months. Extension shall only be made on written application filed 20 days or more prior to such expiration, setting forth facts showing due diligence in construction of the permanent structure. An extension shall not be approved unless construction of the permanent building has commenced within 180 days of the date of approval of the conditional use permit, and is diligently pursued.

The use of a temporary structure shall be a permitted use in the district in which said structure is to be located, provided that the use of a nonresidential temporary structure shall not be other than a general sales office, a sales/rental office, or a financial institution.

A soil erosion control permit shall be obtained from the Township Engineer.

If the temporary structure is on a public road, a driveway permit shall be obtained from the Washtenaw County Road Commission or the Michigan Department of State Highways and Transportation, whichever is applicable.

Driveway and parking areas shall be paved or constructed of compacted gravel or crushed limestone.

A performance guarantee in the form of cash or an irrevocable bank letter of credit shall be deposited with the Township Treasurer in the amount estimated by the Township Planning Commission to be sufficient to assure that, upon expiration of the term of the permit, the temporary structure and all temporary site improvements will be removed, and the site restored to a stable, safe and nuisance free condition. The guarantee shall provide that, in breach thereof, the Township shall be entitled to enter upon the site and complete such removal and restoration, and defray the cost thereof out of said deposit.

The applicant shall cause the temporary structure to be removed within 14 days of the date of issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the permanent structure, or of the date of expiration of the temporary structure permit, whichever is the earlier.

A temporary structure permit and the certificate of occupancy issued thereon shall not be transferable to any other person, company, use, structure or lot.

Name and address of the applicant and property owner.

Accurate legal description of the lot on which the temporary structure is to be located.

A preliminary site plan, including the location of all proposed permanent improvements on the site and the relationship of temporary improvements to said permanent improvements.

Information showing the necessity of use of the temporary structure in meeting the construction schedule of the permanent structure(s) on the lot.

Copies of any other permits and certificates required.

An estimate, with supporting information, of the reasonable cost of removal of the temporary structure and temporary site improvements, and of site cleanup, upon expiration of the permit.

A temporary structure shall not be occupied until a zoning compliance permit has been issued by the Zoning Administrator and a certificate of occupancy has been issued by the Township Building Inspector. The Zoning Administrator shall not issue a zoning compliance until a performance guarantee has been deposited as required herein. The Zoning Administrator or Building Inspector may attach conditions to its approval which they deem necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare, and to ensure compliance with the ordinance.

Approval for a temporary dwelling structure is valid for one year from the date of certificate of occupancy. A one-year extension may be granted by the Zoning Administrator and Building Inspector, if request prior to expiration of the approval.

Where such uses are specifically listed they shall be governed as indicated.

Where such uses are not specifically listed, they shall be permitted only in districts permitting private uses of a similar nature.

Property owned, leased, or operated by the State of Michigan or the United States, shall be exempted from the provisions of this chapter only to the extent that said property may not be lawfully regulated by Pittsfield Township.

Notwithstanding other provisions of this section, construction trailers and vehicles (whether mounted or not on wheels and used for the purpose of a building) reasonably necessary for the furnishing of adequate service by Pittsfield Township and its departments and commissions for public health, or safety or general welfare shall be permitted in any use district, it being the intention hereof to exempt such use, maintenance, parking and occupancy or the same from the application of this chapter.

All procedures, design, and construction of utilities shall be in conformance with the requirements of the supplying utility company.

Plans of all proposed utilities, whether or not in public easements, shall be submitted by the utility company to Pittsfield Township for review. Pittsfield Township will issue a construction permit to the utility company when its plans are approved.

All existing and proposed utility information, including lines, poles, and surface equipment shall be shown on the final site plan.

Every effort shall be made to install all proposed utilities underground for their full length. Specific approval by the Township Board or its authorized representative shall be required for the placement of aboveground utilities, and shall be based on a showing of substantial hardship or practical difficulty with underground installation. Existing overhead utilities on-site shall be relocated underground.

Surface equipment shall be located so as not to interfere with traffic flow, parking, building access, fire hydrants, or Fire Department connections.

Surface transformers, pedestals, and similar equipment shall be screened from view, and the screening shall be shown on the landscape plan.

Electrical, telephone, gas, and cable may not share a common trench sewer and shall maintain a minimum of 10 feet of separation from sewer and water mains.

Ensure compliance of manufactured housing on individual lots with all zoning regulations applicable to other single-family dwellings permitted in Pittsfield Township.

Ensure compliance with all Township codes, in addition to this chapter, for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare.

Ensure manufacturing housing is aesthetically compatible with other single-family dwellings in the community.

The lot shall be located in a zoning district which permits single-family dwellings.

The lot and the manufactured housing shall comply with all regulations of the zoning district in which located.

The manufactured housing shall meet all requirements of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards (24 CFR 3280), as amended.

The manufactured housing shall be placed on a permanent foundation wall. The wall shall meet all requirements of the Township Building Code and shall completely enclose the area under the manufactured housing. The area so enclosed shall not be less than the ground floor area of the manufactured housing. The manufactured housing shall be secured to the premises by an anchoring system which meets all State of Michigan requirements.

Any wheels, tongue and hitch, or other towing appurtenances shall be removed before anchoring the manufactured housing to the premises.

The manufactured housing shall be connected to public water and sanitary sewer lines, where applicable, according to Pittsfield Township standards and specifications, or to a well and septic system approved by the County Health Department.

The manufactured housing shall be aesthetically compatible in design and appearance with conventional on-site constructed housing, and other types of approved manufactured housing. Compatibility shall be determined by the following standards:

A building permit shall be required for construction of the foundation wall, for placement of the manufactured housing on the lot, and for any addition to the structure. A building permit shall not be issued until a health permit has been issued by the County Health Department, where applicable, and until a certificate of zoning compliance has been issued in accordance with Article III, herein, and is in effect. The manufactured housing shall not be occupied until a certificate of occupancy has been issued. Any addition to a mobile home shall meet all requirements of the Pittsfield Township Building Code.

The manufactured housing, prior to any additions, shall have a minimum floor area of 1,000 square feet, a minimum exterior width of 24 feet for at least one side elevation, and a minimum floor-to-ceiling height of 7 1/2 feet.

Not more than one manufactured home shall be used as a single-family dwelling on a lot, nor shall manufactured housing be placed on any lot on which another single-family dwelling is located. Manufactured housing cannot be used as an accessory building in any residential district.

Manufactured housing shall not be removed from a foundation until a permit therefor has been issued by the Building Official, in accordance with the Pittsfield Township Building Code.

Precise location of the structure.

Plan and elevation drawings of the structure, including dimensions.

Location of electrical wiring and fixtures, if applicable.

Provisions to maintain the structure.

Location. Security column and gates must be set back at least 10 feet from the road right-of-way or five feet from any public sidewalk, whichever is greater.

Dimensions.

Other.

Approval shall not be effective until all requirements of the Pittsfield Charter Township Code are met and all permits are obtained as required by the Pittsfield Charter Township Code and by the county, state, and federal laws and regulations.

All aboveground components shall be compatible with the property served and property contiguous to the property served.

All aboveground components, including lagoons, shall be located at least 300 feet from property not served by the system, from any dwelling units and from all public roads. The components shall be adequately secured by fencing and screened by landscaping material.

No private sewer system shall be located within the utility service area established pursuant to § 36-12H of the Pittsfield Charter Township Code.

The area of drainfields or drain reserves shall not be considered open space and shall not be used for parkland, recreation areas or any other purpose.

Conditional use approval of a private sewer can be part of the approval of a PUD classification.

Any building, or portion of a building, on a parcel immediately adjacent to a residentially zoned or used parcel and not separated by any street or alley shall not exceed 30 feet in height.

The Planning Commission may deviate from these height restrictions in the course of its site plan review process; however, the Planning Commission shall not permit a greater height than the maximum allowed for the applicable building form. In the review of the deviation, the Planning Commission shall consider the standards as set forth in § 40-8.09C.

When a parcel is abutting, adjacent to or separated by an alley from a residentially zoned or used parcel without an intervening street, the building setback from the property line of the residentially zoned or used parcel shall be no less than the height of the proposed building or 20 feet, whichever is greater.

When a parcel is abutting, adjacent to or separated by an alley from a residentially zoned or used parcel without an intervening street, a minimum twenty-foot landscaped greenbelt shall be maintained from the property line of the residentially zoned or used parcel. The greenbelt shall be landscaped and screened in accordance with § 40-13.02C.

The Planning Commission may deviate from the setback and greenbelt provisions in the course of its site plan review process; however, the Planning Commission shall not permit a setback or greenbelt that is less than required in § 40-13.02E. In the review of the deviation, the Planning Commission shall consider the standards as set forth in § 40-8.09C.

The deviation will not adversely impact public health, safety and welfare.

The deviation will maintain compatibility with adjacent uses.

The deviation will be compatible with the Master Plan and in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Master Plan and any associated subarea and corridor plans.

The deviation will not adversely impact essential public facilities and services, such as: streets, pedestrian or bicycle facilities, police and fire protection, drainage systems, refuse disposal, water and sewage facilities and schools.

he deviation will be in compliance with all other standards of this chapter.

The deviation will not adversely impact any on-site or off-site natural features.