Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have chickens?

Yes, each residence can have up to 6 hens in their backyard. Coop placement should be away from neighbors' houses as much as possible, and especially away from non-garage sides of abutting structures.

Where can parking be added on residential property?

Parking spaces need to be located outside the required front yard setbacks and have hard surfaces access within the front yard setbacks. Parking spaces may be allowed in side and rear yards in certain circumstances. Typically, parking spaces should be no closer than two feet from the property line. Parking areas can be hard surfaced or dustless.

Where can six-foot fences be built on residential property?

Four-foot fences are allowed in nearly all parts of a property. Six-foot fences are allowed in rear yards and side yards (behind the main building).

What restrictions do you need to consider when thinking about adding a shed?

Accessory structures less than 200 square feet are required to get a placement permit, sheds 200 square feet and greater need to get a building permit. Regardless of size, accessory structures that are within 60 feet of any front yard or within 10 feet of the principal structure need to meet the same setbacks as the principal structure. Accessory structures that are further than 60 feet from any front yard and further than 10 feet from principal structure can be built up to three feet from any property line but outside any easements. The size of accessory structures shall be limited so that it is not larger than the footprint of the main structure and the total area covered by all accessory structures is not more than 30% of the total rear yard area. All accessory structures are required to be anchored, for small sheds that can be done with a concrete pad or building anchoring. If an accessory structure will have a door wider than six feet then the access to the accessory structure will be required to be improved so that a vehicle can use it for access and parking.