17.44.027 Sheds.

    Sheds are permitted in setback areas only as provided by this section:

    A.  One shed per lot is permitted in the rear setback area or the side yard set back area;

    B.   Sheds are prohibited in the required front yard setback;

    C.   All sheds must be screened from view by a solid wall, fence or landscaping, not to exceed the height allowed by this code;

    D.  The shed must be well maintained, located more than six feet from any other structure and no less than three feet from any property line;

    E.   The dimensions of the shed cannot exceed ten feet in height, and neither its length nor its width is greater than twelve feet;

    F.   For the purposes of this section a “shed” includes, but is not limited to, a freestanding or movable storage unit commonly used for the storage of tools, equipment or similar items. Shipping/freight containers and temporary portable storage containers are not sheds;

    G.  A violation of this section is punishable as an infraction pursuant to Section 1.08.030 of this code or punishable as a misdemeanor pursuant to Section 1.08.020 of this code or shall be abated in compliance with Chapter 8.24 of this code. (Ord. 1043-10 § 2; Ord. 1020-09 § 17; Ord. 969-06 § 14)