Accessory buildings are defined as any structure either attached or detached from the main dwelling, the use of which is incidental to that of the main structure and located on the same lot. Accessory structures include, but are not limited to, patio covers, arbors, gazebos, cabanas, outdoor kitchens and/or recreational fire enclosures, trellis and structures/sheds, storm shelters or the like. The placement and use of any shipping/cargo container as an accessory building, storage building, or living unit on residentially zoned and other zoned land where residential uses are established is prohibited.

No person shall place or cause to be placed or use or permit the use of any shipping container as an accessory building, storage building, or living unit on residentially zoned land and/or land used for residential purposes. Licensed and bonded contractors may use shipping containers for temporary housing of equipment and materials during construction as authorized by a City building permit.

Nonaccessory buildings or additions to buildings to be used as dwellings or any secondary buildings that will be used as a dwelling will require a building permit and possibly a zone change, variance, and/or a specific use permit if the addition creates a nonconforming building or use situation.

Accessory buildings require that a building permit be granted, and possibly a variance, if the building creates a nonconforming building situation. The city ordinance regarding moving structures into the city does not apply to new pre-built non-dwelling buildings up to size 8' x 12' that can be moved in one piece and does not require a building permit.

No accessory building shall exceed twenty-five feet (25') in height, nor shall it be greater in height than the main structure.

Detached accessory buildings one-hundred and twenty (120) sq. ft. or less shall maintain a minimum of three (3) feet setback from any side or rear lot line. When adjacent to a side street the side yard setback shall not be less than ten (10) feet.

Detached accessory buildings exceeding one-hundred and twenty (120) sq. ft., shall meet all side lot lines, alley lines, or easement lines, as defined by the zoning district that the accessory building is intended to be placed.

Detached accessory buildings one-hundred and twenty (120) sq. ft. or less shall maintain a minimum of three (3) feet setback from any side or rear lot line. When adjacent to a side street the side yard shall not be less than ten (10) feet.

Detached accessory buildings exceeding one-hundred and twenty (120) sq. ft., shall meet all side lot lines, alley lines, or easement lines, as defined by the zoning district that the accessory building is intended to be placed.