§ 4.9.5. Maximum structure height.


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  • The maximum height of structures is listed in each zoning district in section 4.1 of this code.

    A.

    Exceptions.

    1.

    The maximum height limitations of this code do not apply to church spires; belfries; cupolas; chimneys and other similar design or architectural features or other appurtenances that are usually installed above roof level.

    2.

    The height limitations of this code do not apply to federally licensed amateur radio transmission and receiving antennas which meet the following criteria:

    a.

    The height of the tower and antenna does not exceed the distance to the nearest property line;

    b.

    All guy wires, tiedowns and other support components of the antenna are installed according to the manufacturer's specifications and are located on the same lot with the antenna; and

    c.

    Foundation plans for the antenna are submitted with an original seal and signature of a Colorado Licensed Engineer who has documented experience reviewing such installations.

    3.

    The height of commercial mobile radio service (CMRS) facilities is regulated by section 16 of this code.

    4.

    The maximum height of flagpoles is 40 feet in all zoning districts, provided that the height of the flagpole does not exceed the distance to the nearest property line.

    5.

    The maximum height limitations in section 4.1 of this code do not apply to radio and television transmitters, accessory wind generators approved by public site plan review, and/or small wind energy facilities.

    6.

    The height of a building mounted accessory solar energy system or small solar energy facility may exceed the maximum height allowed by the zoning district by five feet.

(Res. No. 01232007R005, Exh. A, 1-23-2007; Res. No. 04012008R002, Exh. A, 4-1-2008; Res. No. 06032008R003, Exh. A, 6-3-2008; Res. No. 01242012R001, Exh. A, 1-24-2012; Res. No. 02142012R001, Exh. A, 2-14-2012)