14.50(9).080 Projections into Yard.
(1) The following structures may be erected on or project into any required yard:
(a) fences and walls in conformance with the Provo City Code and other City codes and ordinances;
(b) landscape elements including trees, shrubs, and other plants; and
(c) necessary appurtenances for utility service.
(2) A carport over a driveway, provided such structure is not more than one (1) story in height and twenty-four (24) feet in length, and is entirely open on at least three (3) sides, except for necessary supporting columns and customary architectural features, may project into an interior side yard, subject to International Building Code requirements. Only one (1) such structure shall be permitted per lot.
(3) The structures listed below may project into a minimum front or rear yard not more than five (5) feet, and into a minimum side yard not more than two (2) feet:
(a) Cornices, eaves, sills, porch coverings or other similar architectural features.
(b) Fireplace structures and bays, provided they are not wider than eight (8) feet and are generally parallel to the wall of which they are a part.
(c) Stairways, balconies, door stoops, fire escapes, awnings and planter boxes or masonry planters.
(d) A patio, provided such structure is not more than one (1) story in height and is open on at least three (3) sides, except for necessary supporting columns and customary architectural features may project into a rear yard not more than twelve (12) feet.
(Enacted 2005-28)