Appendix 540. Patio home development.

(A)

The lot proposed for zero lot line development must be under the same ownership as the adjacent lot at the time of initial construction, or the owner of adjacent properties must record an agreement or deed restriction, in writing, consenting to the development of zero setback. The maintenance and drainage easement required below must be provided as part of this agreement and deed restriction.

(B)

The dwelling unit shall be placed on one interior side property line with a zero setback, and the dwelling unit setback on the other interior side property line shall be a minimum of ten (10) feet. Patios, garden features, and other similar elements shall be allowed within the ten (10) foot setback area; provided, however, no structure shall be placed within maintenance easements required in (C) below. The dwelling unit shall meet the minimum building separation required by the district.

(C)

A perpetual five (5) foot maintenance easement shall be provided on the lot adjacent to the zero lot line property line. This easement shall be shown on the plat and incorporated into each deed transferring title to the property. The easement shall be kept clear of structures or any other improvement which would infringe on the use of the easement, with the exception of freestanding walls and fences. The roof shall be so designed that water runoff from the dwelling placed on the lot line is controlled by gutters or other approved methods.

(Ord. No. 78-17, § 2, 9-19-17)