§ 40-524. Accessory building, structure, or use.

(a)

Yard location. Accessory buildings, structures, and uses shall be located in a rear yard or side yard, unless otherwise specifically provided in this chapter.

(b)

Setback. Accessory buildings, unless otherwise specifically provided, shall be located a minimum of ten feet from any side or rear property line. Minor accessory structures as defined by the Zoning Administrator which do not constitute buildings shall be located a minimum of five feet from any side or rear property line.

(c)

Height. Accessory buildings shall not exceed two stories or 24 feet in height in residential zoning districts.

(d)

Size limitations. Except in agricultural zoning districts, in no case shall an accessory building or structure exceed the square footage of the principal building or structure to which it is accessory.

(e)

Timing. No accessory building, structure, or use shall be erected on a lot until construction of the principal building or establishment of principal use has commenced. Accessory buildings and structures must be constructed in conjunction with, or after, a building permit for the principal building is lawfully approved or use is established.

(Code 1997, § 40-701; Ord. of 2-6-2012, § 1(40-701))