Section 2: Definition of Terms
SECTION 2: DEFINITION OF TERMS Subdivision 1: Purpose For the purpose of this ordinance, the following words and terms shall be interpreted as herein defined. Words in the present tense include the future; words in the singular include the plural; words in the plural include the singular; the word “shall” is mandatory; and the word “may” is permissive. A. Abut, Abuts, or Abutting These terms refer to areas with boundaries, which physically touch one another at least at a single point, provided however that when used in the context of annexation; said terms shall also be construed to include areas having boundaries, which would touch but for an intervening roadway, railroad, waterway or parcel of publically owned land. Access A means of vehicular approach or entry to or exit from property. Accessory Structure A subordinate attached or detached building located on the same lot as the principal building, of which the use is incidental and accessory to the use of the principal building. FIGURE 1: Principal and Accessory Structures Property line Accessory Structure, Attached An accessory building or structure that immediately abuts the principal building; is connected by a common wall, an enclosed passageway, breezeway, or other similar roof structure. Accessory Structure, Detached An accessory building or structure that does not immediately abuts the principal building; is not connected by a common wall, an enclosed passageway, breezeway, or other similar roof structure. Such structure is entirely surrounded by open space on the same lot as the principal building. Accessory Use A use that is (1) incidental and subordinate in area, extent, and purpose to the principal use; (2) contributes to the comfort, convenience, or necessity of the principal use; (3) is located on the same lot or within the same building; and within the same zoning district as the principal use by the same party as the principal use, and (4) will not alter the character of the area or be detrimental thereto.
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