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Shed and Accessory Structures
For Sheds And Other Accessory Structures In Residential Districts
** Children's Play Structures and Equipment must meet the same requirements as Accessory Structures.
TYPE OF STRUCTURE | SIZE IN SQUARE FOOTAGE | HEIGHT OF BUILDING | SETBACK REQUIREMENT | OTHER REQUIREMENTS |
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Storage Shed | 150 sq ft and less | Less than 8.5' tall | A 3' rear setback requirement, 3' right and left setback | A copy of the survey |
Shed & Accessory Structure (not used for storage purposes only) | 150 sq ft and less | Height not a factor | A 5' rear setback, side setbacks are per the Zoning District and can vary between 6' and 20' | A copy of the survey |
Shed & Accessory Structure | 150 sq ft and less | Taller than 8.5' | A 5' rear setback, side setbacks are per the Zoning District and can vary between 6' and 20' | A copy of the survey |
Shed & Accessory Structure | 151 to 255 sq ft | N/A | 5' rear setback, side setbacks are per the Zoning District and can vary between 6' and 20' | A copy of the survey |
Shed & Accessory Structure | 256 sq ft and larger | N/A | 5' rear setback, side setbacks are per the Zoning District and can vary between 6' and 20' | A copy of the survey and a copy of the building plans. This will also require a footing inspection. |
Note 1: Setbacks listed are for properties with no easements. Person obtaining permit is responsible for observing all easements such as private and public drainage easements, utility easements, maintenance easements, pedestrian access easements, etc.
Note 2: Sheds must be placed no closer than 6’ to any other structure, otherwise they are considered part of that structure, and must meet the setback requirements for that structure.
Note 3: Corner and through lots (lots on more than one street) have different setback requirements. Please contact Development & Permits at 757-382-8454 for further information.
Note 4: Setbacks listed are not reflective of any overlay restrictions, such as CBPA, PUD etc. Additional requirements may apply.