Article XI — Accessory Structures

The provision in Appendix G for garages and accessory structures shall be replaced with this section. Detached garages and accessory storage structures used only for parking or storage are permitted below the base flood elevation provided the garages and accessory storage structures:

• (a) Are one story and not larger than six hundred (600) square feet in area when located in special flood hazard areas other than coastal high hazard areas.

• (b) Reserved.

• (c) Are anchored to resist flotation, collapse or lateral movement resulting from flood loads.

• (d) Have flood openings in accordance with the Building Code.

• (e) Have flood damage-resistant materials used below the base flood elevation.

• (f) Have mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems, including plumbing fixtures, elevated to or above the base flood elevation.

• (Ord. 2060 § 2, 6-6-2023)