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9. Building Height and Stories. a. A one story detached accessory dwelling unit shall be no more than thirteen feet in height. b. A one and one-half to two story detached accessory dwelling shall be no more than twenty-two feet in height measured to the roof peak. c. An attached accessory unit may occupy a first or second story of a main residence if it is designed as an integral part of the main residence and meets the setbacks required for the main residence. d. If the design of the main dwelling has special roof features that should be matched on the detached accessory unit, the maximum building height of the accessory dwelling unit may be exceeded to include such similar special roof features subject to review and approval of the Zoning Administrator. 10. Alley Orientation. When an accessory dwelling unit is adjacent to an alley, every effort shall be made to orient the accessory dwelling unit toward the alley with the front access door and windows facing the alley. Parking provided off the alley shall maintain a twenty-four foot back out which includes the alley. Fences shall be three feet six inches along the alley. However, higher fencing up to six feet can be considered in unusual design circumstances subject to review and approval of the Zoning Administrator. 11. Design. The design of the accessory unit shall relate to the design of the primary residence by use of the similar exterior wall materials, window types, door and window trims, roofing materials and roof pitch. 12. Large Home Design Permit. The square footage of an attached or detached accessory unit shall be counted with the square footage of the single family home in determining whether a large home design permit is required. 13. Open Space and Landscaping: The site plan shall provide open space and landscaping that are useful for both the accessory dwelling unit and the primary residence. Landscaping shall provide for the privacy and screening of adjacent properties. _14. The-following standards-apply to accessory dwelling units located outside the standard side and rear yard setbacks for the district. - - - - The entrance to the accessory unit shall face the interior of the lot unless the accessory unit is directly accessible from an alley or a public street. Windows which face an adjoining residential property shall be designed to protect the privacy of neighbors; alternatively, fencing or landscaping shall be required to provide screening. 15. A notice of application shall be sent to the immediately adjoining neighbors. (Ord. 2003-17 § 2 (part), 2003; Ord. 2003-16 §2 (part), 2003). 24.16.170 Deed Restrictions.