This section applies to accessory living space as defined in the Matrix: Use Premises and Parking Requirements.

(Ord. No. 287-H, § 20, 7-20-2017)

These requirements apply to both attached and detached accessory living spaces.

(Ord. No. 287-H, § 20, 7-20-2017)

Establishment or expansion of a lawful accessory living space shall be subject to the following requirements:

1.

Not more than one accessory living space shall be permitted for each single-family dwelling in the districts where allowed by the Matrix: Use Permissions and Parking Requirements, subject to all requirements of this section.

2.

An accessory living space shall not be permitted before construction of the principal building has commenced or a lawful principal use is established.

3.

An accessory living space shall be subordinate to the principal use as to location, square footage, and building coverage. An attached accessory living space may be located to the side of a principal unit provided that the access to the unit be located to the side or rear and not be visible from the street right-of-way.

4.

An accessory living space shall not be utilized as a transient accommodation use as defined and regulated by this chapter.

(Ord. No. 287-H, § 20, 7-20-2017; Ord. No. 509-H, § 5, 7-14-2022)

Accessory living spaces shall be subject to the following restrictions:

1.

An accessory living space shall operate as an extension of and be dependent upon the principal use and shall not be a separately functioning dwelling unit.

2.

Separate cooking facilities and laundry facilities are prohibited within an accessory living space.

3.

Separate mailing addresses are prohibited for an accessory living space.

4.

Separate utility meters for electricity, gas, water, and other utility services are prohibited.

(Ord. No. 287-H, § 20, 7-20-2017; Ord. No. 509-H, § 5, 7-14-2022)

1.

Where an accessory living space is proposed at a second story level, all outdoor living areas such as porches, balconies, and unenclosed staircases shall be oriented toward the interior of the property or meet at least a ten foot side yard setback.

2.

The floor area of any accessory living space shall not exceed 800 square feet and all areas under roof may not exceed 67 percent of the floor area of principal dwelling unit. For detached accessory dwelling units, this limit shall apply to the combined square footages of the accessory dwelling unit and any accessory living space within the same building, including any areas used for storage, bathrooms, or shared laundry facilities (excluding any enclosed parking spaces).

3.

Where an attached garage on the front façade of a structure is converted to an accessory living space unit, the following standards shall apply:

a.

The garage door shall be removed and the enclosure must be architecturally compatible with the style of the building including finishes and color scheme and comply with building design criteria of the zoning district.

b.

There shall be a 3-foot wide green yard provided between the exterior wall and any remaining pavement.

c.

Required on-site parking spaces must be provided and be located entirely on the property.

(Ord. No. 287-H, § 20, 7-20-2017; Ord. No. 509-H, § 5, 7-14-2022)

1.

Off-street parking spaces shall be provided for all uses on the site as required in the Matrix: Use Permissions and Parking Requirements.

2.

All required off-street parking spaces shall be provided in the rear yard where the rear yard is adjacent to an alley. If no alley access exists, parking shall be contained within the rear portion of the site accessed by a driveway from the side street. Driveway access from the primary street shall only be permitted where there is no alley or side street and shall be no larger than a single lane wide.

(Ord. No. 287-H, § 20, 7-20-2017; Ord. No. 509-H, § 5, 7-14-2022)