§ 17.24.040. Carport exception.

A.

"Carport" is defined as a structure open on three sides and used for storage of motor vehicles.

B.

Pertaining to Lots of Area Over 7,000 Square Feet.

1.

All carports must adhere to current zone guidelines and restrictions in section 17.24.010 zoned R1.

2.

On corner lots, the property owner can designate one side as a side lot and can use five feet or six feet setback as allowed in current zoning as long as the code enforcer deems it does not affect line of sight.

3.

Any lot that does not have alley access and cannot adhere to these guidelines will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis handled by ZBOA though the variance process.

4.

No pre-fabricated carports will be allowed when accessed by front or side. They will only be allowed when accessed through the alley and placed in the backyard.

5.

Carports located in front yard must be attached to existing structures.

C.

Pertaining to Lots Smaller Than 7,000 Square Feet or with Front Lot Equal To or Less Than 60 Feet.

1.

All carports must adhere to a five-foot setback.

2.

Carports located in front yard must be attached to existing structures.

3.

No pre-fabricated carports will be allowed when accessed by front or side. They will only be allowed when accessed through the alley placed in the backyard.

4.

Any lot that does not have alley access and cannot adhere to these guidelines will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis handled by ZBOA though the variance process.

5.

Carports located in front yard must be attached to existing structures.

D.

As for disabled persons only, the minimum requirements of subsections B. and C. are not required if the person who is requesting a variance of the minimum requirements of subsections B. and C. is able to prove that he or she is permanently disabled. The minimum of five feet from the property line is the minimum requirement for this variance. Permanent disability shall be determined by a medical doctor, Social Security Administration determination of permanent disability or the Veterans Administration determination of permanent disability. A letter from a medical doctor or the agencies stated above shall be presented to the zoning board when a variance is sought stating the applicant or person is permanently disabled.

(Ord. No. 2010-02, § 1, 4-13-2010; Ord. No. 2009-26, § 1, 11-24-2009)