Title
Consider public testimony regarding, and an ordinance amending Zoning and Development Code, Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2-26, Code of Ordinances (2018 Edition), regarding Accessory Building Setbacks in SF-1, SF-2 and SF-3. (First Reading)*
Body
The Code establishes side and rear setbacks for accessory buildings and structures in single family districts to prevent them from being too close to one another when located on adjacent lots. These include swimming pools, pool houses/cabanas, workshops, decks, storage sheds, barbeque structures, detached garages, playscapes, tree houses and other similar buildings or structures. This setback requirement is not necessary when the residential lot abuts property other than another residential lot, such as a drainage area or open space. The proposed revision to the setback requirement states that no setback is required when a rear or side lot line does not abut a developed or planned single-family lot. This allows property owners in these instances to place accessory structures closer to the property line.
The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on July 15, 2020 and voted 4-3 to recommend approval of the Code revision. There were no speakers at the public hearing.