Zoning Ordinances
› Article 3 — General Provisions
Section 8.28
Projections into Yards
Adopted July 27, 2026
(See also Figure 2.1 Accessory Buildings and Structures Location Standards)
- 1. Certain architectural features, such as cornices, eaves, gutters, chimneys, pilasters, and similar features may project no farther than: a. Three (3) feet into a required front yard. b. Five (5) feet into a required rear yard. c. Two (2) feet into a required side yard.
- 2. Projection of building appurtenances such as unenclosed porches, patios, decks, balconies, stoops, window awnings, or similar features which are elevated six (6) inches or more above grade, into a required side yard shall be prohibited. An unenclosed porch, patio, deck, stoop, balcony, or window awning may project no farther than: a. Eight (8) feet into a required front yard. b. Maximum of 33% into required rear yard setback. c. Five (5) feet into the right-of-way in the CBD if such feature is located at least eight (8) feet above ground level. d. At-grade patios can extend into required side and rear yards but must meet the accessory structure setback. e.