§ 16.60.030. Accessory structures/uses

An accessory use shall comply with all requirements for a principal use, except as this title specifically allows to the contrary, and shall comply with the following limitations:

A. Accessory Structures. An accessory structure not used for human habitation and separated from the main building may be located to within five feet of a rear property line if the structure is no more than fifteen (15) feet in height. Structures over fifteen (15) feet must meet the setback standards established in each zoning district.

B. Fences. Fences, hedges and walls limited to six feet in height may be located within required yards, but shall not exceed two and one-half feet or thirty (30) inches in height in any required yard setback which abuts corner property at the intersection of two streets, or from the intersection of a private drive or road easement and a public street or alley.

C. Decks. Unenclosed decks, unroofed landings, porches and stairs may project into any required yard providing the following conditions are met:

1. No portion except for guard rails shall extend above the floor level of a habitable room.

2. No such projection shall obstruct a stairway.

3. No such projection shall extend into a required yard no more than one-third the distance of the required setback.

D. Manager/Caretaker Residences. In the M-1 and M-2 zones, a residence may be established secondary to the main use of the property for the sole purpose of providing living quarters for the owner, operator or caretaker of a commercial or industrial enterprise; provided that:

1. The living space shall be located on the same property as the commercial or industrial operation and is justified by the requirement of twenty-four (24) hour attendance;

2. Occupancy is limited to the manager/caretaker and their immediate family.

E. R.V. Conversions. Recreational vehicles cannot be utilized for a commercial business on a permanent basis. Temporary placement may be authorized by the planning commission using the procedure for conditional uses as set forth in Chapter 16.88

(Prior code § 10.460)