Queen Creek's Zoning Ordinance defines and regulates carports as accessory structures. Attached carports must meet the height and side/rear/front setbacks of the underlying zoning district; detached carports follow the Town's accessory-building setback and height rules and may require a building permit.
Carports are addressed within Queen Creek's Zoning Ordinance, which includes a definition for carports among accessory structures. An attached carport may not exceed the maximum height of the underlying zoning district and must meet that district's side, rear and front setbacks. A detached carport is treated as a detached accessory building: in the suburban and urban residential zoning districts, detached accessory buildings generally must be no closer than five feet from the rear and side lot lines and may not exceed 15 feet in height when located within the setback area; structures over 15 feet tall must meet the full side and rear setbacks of the underlying zoning district. Carports may not be placed in the required front-yard setback, and total lot coverage limits for the district continue to apply. Accessory structures must comply with the Zoning Ordinance plus the International Building Codes and other codes adopted by the Town, and a carport may require a building permit. Because requirements vary by subdivision and zoning district, and HOAs may add restrictions, the Town advises confirming setbacks, height and coverage with Planning Staff at 480-358-3092 before construction.
Erecting a carport in the front-yard setback, exceeding height or coverage limits, or building without a required permit can result in code-compliance enforcement and orders to obtain permits or remove/relocate the structure.
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