Franklin Zoning Ordinance

05 98 Chapter Accessory Uses and Structures USE REGULATIONS Franklin Zoning Ordinance Effective December 30, 2019 5.2.7 Ac c essory Use and Structure Regulations In addition to the standards in Subsection 5.2.2, Accessory Uses, and Subsection 5.2.3, Accessory Structures, the following regulations shall apply to each specific accessory use or structure . Where there is a conflict between the Subsections and the specific accessory use or structure, the standards for the specific accessory use or structure shall apply. A. Accessory Dwelling 1. A maximum of one accessory dwelling is permitted on a lot. 2. On a single-family residential lot, the owner of the lot is a permanent occupant of the premises, as defined under ‘family’ in Chapter 23, Definitions and Interpretations. 3. The building footprint shall not exceed 50 percent of the building footprint of the principal building. 4. Accessory dwellings shall comply with the principal building type standards for materials, material changes, colors, and roof elements. 5. Accessory dwellings are not required to have exposed foundation cladding. 6. Any dormers shall be set back a minimum of one foot from the exterior wall. 7. Exterior stairs, decks, entry doors, and major windows shall face the principal building, the alley, the street, or the interior of the lot, and away from adjacent properties where possible. 8. Accessory dwellings may be converted from an existing accessory structure, as longas theconversiondoesnot increase any dimensional nonconformity . 9. Parking shall be provided pursuant to Subsection 10.1.6, Minimum Parking. 10. Accessory dwellings shall be subject to all applicable building codes. B. Agricultural Uses See Paragraph 5.1.4.A, Agricultural Uses. C. Bed and Breakfasts 1. Prior to establishment, the applicant for a bed and breakfast shall: a. Hold a neighborhood meeting pursuant to Subsection 20.8.7, Neighborhood Meeting, prior to obtaining FMPC site plan approval; and b. Obtain a City-issued business license. 2. The operator shall permanently reside on the premises. 3. Amaximumof four sleeping rooms may be available for transient occupancy by up to eight guests, and in no event shall a sleeping room be occupied by a guest for more than seven consecutive days. 4. Cooking facilities shall not be permitted within individual sleeping rooms, and food may be served only to overnight guests. 5. Dining or gathering areas shall not be leased for social events. 6. Occupancies shall comply with International Fire Code and the National Fire Protection Association Life Safety Code, which may result in additional requirements. D. Canopies Canopies, except those associated with gas stations , shall comply with the following: 1. Canopies shall be attached to a principal building and shall not be freestanding or attached to an accessory structure, unless it is located to the rear of the principal building.