Are you in favor of the adoption of Amendment No. 5 as proposed by the Planning Board for the Hampton Zoning Ordinance as follows?
Amend Article I –General. Section1.6 Definitions to modify the definition of “Accessory Building” to clarify that such buildings are detached structures with permanent roofs. Also, modify the definition of “Accessory Use” to clarify that an accessory use with a roof is also classified as an accessory building.
Amend Article III –Use Regulations. Amend Section 3.1 to allow a single-family dwelling to have not more than two accessory buildings, and to cross-reference with the Accessory Building definition in Section 1.6. Also, amend Section 3.3 to allow two-family dwellings to have a private garage (consistent with the current language for single-family dwellings), not more than two accessory buildings, and to cross-reference with the Accessory Building definition in Section 1.6.
What it means: The following is taken from materials presented at Deliberative Session:
Purpose: To improve upon the existing accessory building language and limitations in the Zoning Ordinance.
Overview: This Article modifies the definition of “Accessory Building” to clarify that such buildings are detached structures with permanent roofs. It also modifies the definition of “Accessory Use” to clarify that an accessory use with a permanent roof is also classified as an accessory building. There are new provisions that will allow for not more than two accessory buildings on single-family and two-family lots, subject to meeting other zoning requirements. Necessary cross-referencing between Section 1.6 (Definitions) and Sections 3.1 (Single-Family Dwelling) and 3.3 (Two-Family Dwellings) is also included.