Can an accessory use or structure be put on a vacant parcel?
Section 20-1008 of the Zoning Ordinance deals with accessory use and structure regulations. In general, accessory uses and structures are permitted in any district but not until their principal structure is present or under construction. For example, a detached shed or garage can not be constructed until a house or business is present or under construction on the same lot. There is one exception to this rule, and that is for accessory structures in agricultural districts. The exception allows an accessory structure prior to the presence of the principal structure provided that the parcel is 10 contiguous acres in size or larger, the structure is intended for an agricultural use, it meets the minimum setbacks required for a principal structure and is at least 100ยด from any existing structure.
