Frequently asked zoning questions

What is required to obtain a zoning certificate?

• Site plan showing the following:
  
  • the entire lot and the dimensions
    
  • all buildings/structures currently on the property with all the setbacks from property lines
    
  • the proposed new building, addition, fence, swimming pool, etc. with the setbacks from the property lines
    
• Drawing or picture of the proposed structure, building or addition
  
• Contractor's name, address, and phone number
  
• Total cost of the proposed building or project
  

What are the requirements to build a detached garage, pole building, shed, or any type of accessory building?

• Can not be any closer than 2 feet to the side or rear property lines.
  
• Can not be any closer to the road than the existing house that is already on the property.
  
• The building can not cover more that 5% of the total square footage of the property.
  
• A new building can not be placed on property that already has 5% coverage.
  
• For lots between 5,000 - 11520 sqft with a home already on it can construct a building of no more than 576 sqft or 24' x 24'