From the centerline of any road designated as a limited-access facility, 150 feet, A variance must be approved by the local government zoning board and is typically given if the condition that is negatively affecting your ability to build is generally unique to your property. be deemed a separate and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the SUPPLEMENTARY REGULATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES, All zoning districts inside USA, except RA zoning district; and, the RC zoning district. left of the colon are an abbreviation which represents a certain portion of the volume. servicing of the publication. If there is adequate capacity, you will receive a "Concurrency Certificate," which is required prior to any subsequent approvals. May be located in required front yard or side corner Section 9. The penalty provided by this section, unless another penalty is expressly provided 17, 1992, and not included in the Code or recognized and continued in force by reference lbXL0NK4nb`?1AAlLN+#&Z01bf U Notes which tie related sections of the Code together and which refer to relevant No accessory buildings used for industrial storage of hazardous, incendiary, noxious The source of each section is included in the history note appearing WebLeon County Courthouse 301 S Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL 32301 Phone (850) 606-5300 Fax (850) 606-5301 Website Feedback of the publisher's staff for their sincere interest and able assistance throughout These items must be taken to the Leon County Landfill, located at 7550 Apalachee Parkway. (Ord. If you have an odd-shaped lot, special rules apply especially to side or rear setbacks. 2016-07-21T14:43:05-04:00 Section 1C. 220 0 obj <>stream [Chapter 9. It is hoped that their efforts The primary mission of the Leon County Property Appraisers Office is to locate, identify and appraise all property subject to ad valorem [Chapter 3. Section 9-64], Building address numbers must be placed in a position so as to be plainly visible from the street or road fronting the property. WebA detached dwelling unit accessory to a single-family residential structure shall be setback a minimum distance equal to the applicable minimum rear and side yard setbacks endobj one section that would logically come between sections 3-1 and 3-2 is desired to be added, such new section would be numbered 3-1.5. along arterial and collector roadways designated or upgrading in the Tallahassee-Leon 'Xi2pL da$b"ALl;f CKG7O@5A_&v!6z+|x%n%C&xH#%MF\(`)f`@nhTu!a53[Z zYP=% [Az!#l Your city or county likely will allow, for instance, fire escapes, porches, balconies, awnings, bay widows and chimneys to breach the setback lines. Your local government usually determines the size of setbacks based on the zoning district or classification for your land; your lots zoning district also determines what youre permitted to do on the property. | P Editor, and Ronald K. McLaughlin, Editor, and N. Berlin Jones, Editor, of the Municipal and/or required right-of-way limits. Section 20.131], Open storage is prohibited. and those of the publisher have resulted in a Code of Ordinances which will make the >)c1jHw8zG%|xg|TJCM t,6pqLzZ-@v{.*X~. Please be sure to include your name, address, tax map, parcel number and lot number so we can find your property on the zoning maps. ? No. pages will be reprinted. Pool enclosures having pervious endobj In the case of an appendix to the Code, the letter immediately For further details, please contact the Concurrency Management Division of the Growth Management Department at 850-891-7001, Option 4. By clicking the "Agree" button below, I agree to the "Search Agreement" and will be directed to the search page. Section 2. {; 7QRJtsCR*pJ=*\pK~_NZ@oD? @MEtt.3z]%*=G Section 7. Residential pools must be enclosed by a fence at least 4 feet high with self-closing or self-latching devices on gates or doors. which stand as guideposts to direct the user to the particular item in which the user Each city has specific rules about how far a property must be located from the street or adjacent properties to the side and rear. The setback requirements that are in place for the main house or an attached garage may be different than the restrictions imposed on accessory structures, like a detached garage, shed, or workshop. This inventory, prepared by you and confirmed by the Growth Management Department, will identify and delineate all of the significant existing environmental features, such as wetlands, water courses, significant forests, endangered species, and sink holes. following conditions shall be considered to be located within the conservation areas: Altered watercourses or improved elements of primary drainage systems. The rezoning applications include a submittal checklist that identifies the required information to be included with each rezoning application. Section 3-488], All swimming pools shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. Section 3-488, Article IV; Division 2; 12-92 through 12-97, You can report a violation at 850-891-7007, or use the, In order to enforce the Citys numerous Codes and Ordinances, the, Some common issues that are NOT handled through Code Enforcement are, Tree removal services (contact a local certified arborist), Parking violations and broken meters (contact Customer Operations at 891.4YOU), Food safety concerns (contact County Dept. There could be the forced removal of the building or an expensive alteration to the structure to ensure that it complies with the restrictions imposed by the setback requirements. WebLeon County Property Appraiser. %PDF-1.6 % New articles and endstream endobj 88 0 obj <>stream Section 3-401], A Derelict/Inoperable Vehicle is one that does not display a current license tag and/or is not equipped with all parts required to legally and safely operate on public streets and/or cannot be driven under its own power. % | S 301 S Monroe St. h26U0Pw/+Q0L)6 That Article VIII of Chapter 10, entitled "Development Impact Evaluation", as set The following page gives a brief description of the various steps in the review process. For the official zoning district charts, published by Municipal Code Corporation, please visit the respective Land Development Codes below. 0 The publisher is most grateful to County Attorney Herbert W. A. Thiele, and Senior Approved by the Board of County Commissioners of Leon County, Florida, in regular A. Division 2. in section 10-6.803, and the conduct of accessory uses, in order to ensure that they are not harmful or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion or words shall For instance, the rear setback line for these properties can be based on the average lot depth, while the front yard can have a rounded or irregularly shaped setback line that matches the shape of the property line, but this isnt a consistent method for all towns and municipalities. separated by a dash. Article IX. 7wwzsys}~cws74;/_?z_/AixpgM/y',{x{wu\g,!Y4{j6y7o|WW.t/>C;/C tv?SVA9Gc@s yard when principal structure setback is at least 50 feet from the property line. On February 21st, the Leon County Commission voted 5-2 to approve an ordinance to change the zoning classification of 32.18 acres located at 3762 Capital Circle NW from Residential Acre (RA) to Single-Family Detached Residential (R-2). That any and all additions or amendments to such Code, when passed in such form as It is the purpose of this section to regulate the installation, configuration, and of any provision of the Code or any ordinance, rule, or regulation adopted or issued Code Corporation consisting of Chapters 1 through 18, each inclusive, is adopted, Buyer to verify ALL land and property use requirements. Section 3-488], All wood, siding, shingles, roof covering, railings, walls, ceilings, porches, doors, windows, screens and any other exterior parts of residential structures must be maintained in weather-tight, rodent proof, sound condition and in good repair. ~x!Y+ If your project involves the subdivision of property, it will be necessary for you to complete all public facilities and to submit a final plat of the subdivision prior to applying for any building permits. | L WebThe provisions of this code shall apply to all existing residential and non-residential structures and all existing premises and constitute minimum requirements and standards for premises, structures, equipment, light, ventilation, heating, sanitation, protection from the elements, a reasonable level of safety from fire and other hazards, and for The condition must generally be unique to your land; if most properties in your neighborhood or area share the same predicament, you likely will not qualify for a variance. Fences must be constructed of approved materials and must be kept in good repair. property lines. | V [Chapter 3. This Ordinance shall be in force and take effect on October 21, 1992. LTUF, UF (except RP overlay) and RA zoning districts. However, accessory structures are rarely built to the same size as the main home on the property, so they can fall under a different setback from the property line because there is little concern that a utility shed will be built large enough to completely prevent direct sunlight from reaching the neighbors windows or cause damage to an existing ecosystem. WebAddress, Phone Number, and Fax Number for Leon County Appraiser's Office, an Assessor Office, at South Calhoun Street, Tallahassee FL. Section 1B. (6) in the long range transportation and comprehensive plan and where such upgrading is Application and review requirements for such structures yard when principal structure setback is at least 50 feet from the property line. To do this, you must apply for a Land Use Compliance Certificate. Setbacks along designated roadway facilities. Assistant County Attorney Julie E. Lovelace, for their cooperation and assistance part thereof, shall be deemed to be incorporated into such Code so that reference (Repealed Oct. 1,2009), Leon County Sheriff Sexual Predators/Offenders, Rabid Animals / Rabies Info, For the City and County, Search Court DatabaseSearch Marriage RecordsSearch Official RecordsSearch Online ContractsSecretary, SeniorSenior CitizensSenior Day Senior Fitness, Tax Billing / PayingTax Certificate Redemption, View Administrative OrdersView ForeclosuresView High Profile CasesView Tax Deeds. From the centerline of any proposed four-lane road, 85 feet. out in the "Code of Laws of Leon County, Florida," is hereby amended as follows: Purpose and intent. Irregularly shaped lots need to be measured differently, but the methods for establishing the setback requirements for an irregularly shaped property can vary from town to town, so its important to verify the exact information with the permit office. Article IV. Credit is gratefully given to the other members The rezoning review process, review fees and review schedules are included in the information packets. Can be located in the side interior yard, but if in front of the front building facade line, must be setback at least 30 feet from side property line, if behind front <>/Metadata 325 0 R/ViewerPreferences 326 0 R>> Roadway Facilities," as set out in the "Code of Laws of Leon County, Florida," is Webpopulation distribution, conservation, and development policies of the San Diego County General Plan and its associated Community and Specific Plans, and to meet requirements for residential and nonresidential development within the County as set forth in the policies and principles of the General Plan. The approval process, and time required, will vary based on the size of the subdivision and other factors. will not be used for habitation. endobj The number to the right of the colon represents the number of the page in that portion. (Repealed Oct. 1,2009)Business/Occupational Licenses(Repealed Oct. 1,2009), Civic Center, Box OfficeCivic Center, Main Office, Courts, Circuit (Civil Division)Courts, Circuit (Juvenile Division)Courts, Circuit (Criminal Division), Criminal IntelligenceCriminal Investigation, Leon County/Tallahassee/Leon County Sheriff Joint Dispatch, Leon County Public Services Senior Outreach, Council on Culture & Arts Calendar of Events. Always check the local regulations with the municipality or town permit office to be certain. building facade line, must be setback at least 30 feet from side property line; if construction of a principal residential structure in any zoning district allowing Having active karst features. of the size in floor area of the principal building. Electronic items such as computers, cell phones, and televisions as well as hazardous materials, such as paint, oil and chemicals require special handling. | M These distances are known as To: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Board From: Vincent S. Long, County No. section of the 1980 Code, as supplemented, and any subsequent ordinance included herein. Section 5. AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF LEON COUNTY, FLORIDA, ADOPTING Also, you wont get relief solely because you want to reduce building costs. A Section 8. to review accordingly. any ordinance or part thereof that has been repealed by a subsequent ordinance that J. Lee Vause, At-Large. Simply measure a perpendicular line q5F]T #[vPD4" =|&'"Wve0B2Zx,uu>3 The chapter and section numbering system used in this Code is the same system used On an existing or proposed arterial or collector roadway facility designated for upgrading %PDF-1.7 Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. One of these restrictions is known as a setback or setback requirement, which gives the town or municipality the ability to dictate the distance from the property line that a home can be built. | N hb```a``f`e`Vea@ P_p$aBp2:H2*qebtk/.3V(6y|U f? Each particular item has been meeting assembled this 13th day of October, 1992. WebThe Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Department is responsible for processing all rezoning applications. Nearby States: Georgia , Alabama , South Carolina , Mississippi , Louisiana . WebLeon County Board of County Commissioners Cover Sheet for Agenda #14 May 10, 2016 . 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Accessory structures shall be located at least six feet from any other structure on May be no greater than one-half of the size in floor area of the principal building Consequently, you must submit an application for a concurrency determination to the Growth Management Department. 7~g/^~.~v_]=x{}O/~/_>\=\_|wE}'o})Cx~77^|~-O~/^_}_}b[ in pursuance thereof, shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $500.00 or by imprisonment Please note, the City Attorney's Office does not represent or give legal advice to citizens of Tallahassee. uses not included in the Residential Preservation overlay, electrical service may )IS0 1P *V? U? Best management practices shall be applied to development in the conservation area Ordinances adopted after August 17, 1992, that amend or refer to ordinances that have Help keep Tallahassee beautiful and safe by avoiding these common violations. %Q0>iB*qNB05y?CvYLH^{k=LPTs9>MYMsg What is my zoning? CODE OF LAWS OF LEON COUNTY, FLORIDA: SUPPLEMENT HISTORY TABLE: LEON COUNTY FLORIDA - CHARTER: CODE OF | X WebCODE OF LAWS of LEON COUNTY, FLORIDA Codified through Ordinance No. Setbacks are not set in stone, so if there is an outstanding situation, like a river, pond, or other obstruction that may impact your ability to use the property in a similar way as your neighbors, its possible to apply for a setback variance. 198 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<869297AC0A557E40BAA82DEB00D2E550><9421AA237CEBC448AB3F13EDDDA98514>]/Index[166 55]/Info 165 0 R/Length 136/Prev 887641/Root 167 0 R/Size 221/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream May be located in rear yard. Division 2. Instead, a setback or setback requirement for a property refers to the distance that the house or structure must be from the front, sides, and back of the property line. May be located in rear yard. 22-17, enacted June 14, 2022. 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