Appendix 509. Accessory dwelling units.

Accessory dwelling units, within an existing principal dwelling or in a separate structure, shall be a conditional use in all zoning districts where a principal single-family detached dwelling unit is permitted provided:

(A)

No more than one (1) accessory dwelling unit per parcel.

(B)

When accessory living quarters will be in a separate structure, the minimum lot area shall be equal to two (2) times that normally required for the zoning district where the accessory living quarters is proposed. If located in an existing dwelling, the minimum lot area shall be the same as that of the zoning district.

(C)

The accessory dwelling unit shall meet all setback requirements.

(D)

The principal dwelling unit is owner occupied.

(E)

The accessory dwelling unit shall be in conformance with the definition of a single family dwelling unit as defined in Article IV, Section 430.

(F)

The accessory dwelling unit, if within the principal dwelling unit, may have a separate entrance.

(G)

The construction of the accessory dwelling unit, within a principal dwelling, shall not alter the appearance or character of the structure.

(H)

Minimum separation of a detached accessory dwelling shall be no less than twenty (20) feet from the principal dwelling.

(I)

Adequate off-street parking is provided per Article XI.

(Ord. No. 35-18, § 1, 5-1-18)