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5. Detached Decks, Patios, and Walkways Uncovered decks, patios, or similar paved features not exceeding twenty -four (24) inches in height shall meet the same setback requirements as driveway features in the applicable zoning district, except that walkways providing pedestrian access to a public sidewalk or building entrance may extend to the property line. Such features shall not be used for the storage or parking of vehicles, shall not extend into a public street right -of-way, and shall not obstruct drainage or violate clear -vision requirements under Section 915.030. These features may count toward applicable impervious -surface limits. Decks or patios exceeding twenty -four (24) inches in height are regulated as detached accessory buildings. 6. Small Incidental Accessory Structures Small incidental accessory structures, such as playhouses, chicken coops, potting sheds, dog houses, and similar enclosures, not exceeding fifty (50) square feet in area or eight (8) feet in height, may be located in the side or rear yard. A maximum of fiv e (5) such structures are permitted per lot. These structures do not count toward accessory building limits but must comply with all setbacks for accessory buildings, except that Little Free Libraries or similar neighborhood media exchanges may be located in the front or corner side yard but not within a public street right-of-way. D. Accessory Buildings and Structures in Non -Residential Districts 1. Attached Accessory Buildings and Structures Accessory buildings and structures attached to the principal building are considered part of the principal structure for all regulatory purposes and are subject to the same use, dimensional, and design standards as the principal structure. 2. Detached Accessory Buildings a. Detached accessory buildings shall meet the standards of the applicable zoning district in Chapters 904 through 907. 3. Attached Decks, Patios, and Outdoor Areas Decks, patios, and other outdoor seating or gathering areas that are structurally or functionally attached to the principal building are considered part of the principal structure and are subject to the same use, dimensional, and design standards as the pr incipal building. 4. Detached Decks, Patios, and Walkways a. Walkways providing pedestrian access between building entrances, parking areas, or public sidewalks are permitted in any yard and are exempt from setback requirements. Walkways shall be intended solely for pedestrian use and shall not be used or designed f or vehicle parking or storage. b. Detached patios not exceeding twenty -four (24) inches in height are permitted as accessory structures and shall meet the same setback requirements as driveway features in the applicable zoning district. c. All other detached accessory structures are regulated as detached accessory buildings and shall comply with all applicable dimensional and design standards of this section and Chapters 905 through 907. 5. Small Incidental Accessory Structures Small incidental accessory structures not exceeding fifty (50) square feet in area or eight (8) feet in height may be permitted as accessory uses to commercial, institutional, or public facilities when clearly subordinate and related to the principal use. Examples include playground equipment, kiosks, outdoor book exchanges, donation boxes, or small utility enclosures. A maximum of three (3) such structures are permitted per lot. Such structures shall: a. Comply with all applicable setbacks for detached accessory buildings, except that Little Free Libraries or similar neighborhood media exchanges may be located in the front or corner side yard but not within a public street right -of-way. b. Not obstruct required parking, drive aisles, or pedestrian circulation. c. Be subject to administrative review by the Zoning Administrator to verify scale and compatibility. E. Conditional Use Permits for Accessory Buildings and Structures