For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions
shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different
meaning.
ACCESSORY BUILDING (NONRESIDENTIAL).
(1)
Located in the nonresidential districts and a subordinate building
to the main building that does not exceed the height of the main building
and does not exceed 50% of the floor area of the main building, and
that is used for purposes accessory and incidental to the main use.
(2)
Accessory use for nonresidential is customarily incidental,
appropriate, and subordinate to the principal use of land or building(s)
and that is located upon the same lot therewith. The land and building
area that is used for the accessory use must be significantly less
than that used for the primary use, and the gross receipts that is
derived from the accessory use must be significantly less than that
derived from the primary use.
ACCESSORY BUILDING (RESIDENTIAL).
A subordinate building that is attached or detached and is
used for a purpose that is customarily incidental to the main structure,
but not involving the conduct of a business. The building area is
less than that of the main structure as regulated herein. Examples
may include, but are not limited to, the following: a private garage
for automobile storage, tool shed and greenhouse as a hobby, home
workshop, children’s playhouse, storage building, or garden
shelter. These structures are not used for habitation.
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT.
A secondary living space that is on-site with a primary living
space and that may be contained within the space structure as the
primary, or may be contained in a separate structure. Occupants of
secondary living spaces typically include a caretaker, servant, or
farm worker employed by the owner/occupant, or a guest or family member
of the owner/occupant.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
Accessory building/accessory dwelling unit, maximum one story,
or 18 feet in height for storage or other accessory buildings including
a detached garage or accessory dwelling units. Materials used and
location of accessory building shall be determined acceptable after
permit application, payment of established fee, and inspection by
the City Inspector or his or her designee. Under no circumstances
shall a storage building be used for habitation.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)