Note: Prior code history: Prior zoning code § 19.40.042;
Ords. 2623-99, 2643-00, 2649-00 and 2731-03.
The purpose of this chapter is to regulate and establish standards
for accessory structures within R-0, R-1, R-1.5, R-1.7/PD, R-2 residential
zoning districts, and DSP Blocks 8 through 12 and Block 17. Accessory
structures in other zon-ing districts are subject to development and
permitting requirements for those zoning districts.
(Ord. 2907-09 § 7)
(a)
Measurement of Area. The area (square footage) of an accessory structure
is determined by measuring the floor area exclusive of eaves, overhangs
or other projections.
(b)
Calculation of Height. The height of an accessory structure shall
be determined by measuring the vertical distance from the average
finished grade within five feet of the accessory structure, or within
five feet of the main building, whichever is less, to the highest
point of the accessory building.
(c)
Appearance. All accessory structures greater than one hundred twenty
square feet shall be compatible in exterior appearance with the principal
structure on the premises. Permanent accessory structures are not
permitted to be constructed of temporary materials such as tarps,
plastic, or aluminum poles. The director of community development
is authorized to require modifications to the exterior of such an
accessory structure as necessary to achieve a compatible appearance.
(d)
Total Lot Coverage and Required Rear Yard Coverage. Detached habitable spaces, detached required parking, and utility buildings are counted toward permitted lot coverage and rear yard coverage (as required in Sections 19.32.020 and 19.48.050). These structures shall not cause lot coverage or rear yard coverage to be exceeded unless otherwise approved by a use permit.
(e)
Maximum Height. No accessory structure may exceed fifteen feet in
height unless otherwise approved with a use permit.
(f)
Maximum Allowable Square Footage. Any single accessory structure or the total area of all accessory structures on a property shall not exceed four hundred fifty square feet unless otherwise approved by a use permit. In no event shall the total area of all accessory structures exceed eight hundred square feet. Legal accessory units as regulated in Chapter 19.68 shall be exempt from the maximum allowable square footage for accessory structures.
(Ord. 2907-09 § 7; Ord. 3105-16 § 7; Ord. 3154-20 § 5)
Accessory structures greater than four hundred fifty square
feet are subject to approval of a use permit. Permit requirements
for accessory structures four hundred fifty square feet or less are
described in Table 19.40.030.
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Table 19.40.030
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Permit Requirements for Accessory Structures Less Than Four
Hundred Fifty Square Feet
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Structure Type
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Location
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Front or Reducible Front Yard1
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All Other Areas Including Side and Rear Yards
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Open Garden Feature
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8 ft. or less in height
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No planning permit required
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No planning permit required
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Greater than 8 ft. in height up to 15 ft.
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MPP with notice
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MPP with notice
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Open Outdoor Equipment, Utility Buildings and Detached Habitable
Spaces
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8 ft. or less in height
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Prohibited
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No planning permit required
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Greater than 8 ft. in height up to 15 ft.
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Prohibited
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MPP with notice
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Detached Required Parking
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Up to 15 ft. in height
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MPP with notice
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MPP with notice
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Greater than 15 ft. in height
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Use permit
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Use permit
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Notes:
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1
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Includes any areas where the structure is visible between any
face of the building and the street.
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(Ord. 2907-09 § 7)
Accessory structures greater than four hundred fifty square
feet must meet zoning district setbacks. Minimum setback requirements
for accessory structures four hundred fifty square feet or less are
described in Table 19.40.040.
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Table 19.40.040
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Minimum Setback Requirements for Accessory Structures Less Than
Four Hundred Fifty Square Feet
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Structure Type
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Required Setback
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Front Yard and Reducible Front Yard
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Side
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Rear Yard
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Open Garden Feature
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Up to 8 ft. in height and up to 120 sq. ft.
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0 ft.
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0 ft.
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0 ft.
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Up to 8 ft. in height and more than 120 sq. ft.
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20 ft.
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Zoning setback
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10 ft.
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Greater than 8 ft. in height up to 15 ft.
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20 ft.
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Zoning setback
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10 ft.
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Open Outdoor Equipment, Utility Buildings and Detached Habitable
Spaces
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Up to 8 ft. in height and up to 120 sq. ft.
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N/A
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0 ft.
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0 ft.
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Up to 8 ft. in height and more than 120 sq. ft.
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N/A
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Zoning setback
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10 ft.
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Greater than 8 ft. in height up to 15 ft.
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N/A
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Zoning setback
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10 ft.
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Detached Required Parking Garages
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Up to 15 ft. in height
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20 ft.
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Zoning setback
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10 ft.
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Greater than 15 ft. in height
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20 ft.
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Zoning setback
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10 ft.
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Temporary Utility Tents up to 15 ft. in height.
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20 ft.
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Zoning setback
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10 ft.
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(Ord. 2907-09 § 7)
