Architectural Design Standards

September 23, 2009

 

ADS 5.16 Accessory Structures

Residential
V VI VII VIII

ADS 5.16.1 Intent.

Accessory structures of all types shall not dominate a development. The character of a development shall be determined by its primary buildings and enhanced by the accessory structures.

Standard:

ADS 5.16.2 Accessory Structures.

Accessory structures shall include, but shall not be limited to detached garages, carports, covered grouped mailboxes, storage buildings, maintenance facilities, recreational facilities, picnic shelters, and gazebos.

ADS 5.16.3 Materials and Details.

Accessory structures shall incorporate materials and details that are identical and/or compatible with the primary building.

ADS 5.16.4 Roofs.

Flat and shed roofs are prohibited.

ADS 5.16.5 Rear Walls.

Rear walls of detached garages and carports that back onto streets shall be articulated through the use of one or more of the following elements:

  • Windows
  • Trellis
  • Stepped roofs
  • Masonry base

Do This:

photo of residential building with accessory garages

 

 

The garage's detail and materials are compatible and 

consistent with the primary structure.

 

photo of residential building with accessory structure

 

 

The accessory structure's details and materials are both compatible

and consistent with the primary structure.

 

Effective on: 1/1/1901