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Commission debates allowing covered decks on shared-wall setbacks, rejects rear-setback encroachment
Summary
Planning commissioners discussed proposed code language to allow uncovered raised patios to extend toward common walls and considered whether covered decks (with roofs) should be treated differently; consensus favored allowing covered decks to abut shared side property lines on new construction but not to encroach on rear-yard setbacks.
Brandon Planning Commission members discussed an amendment proposal that would allow open, unenclosed patios or decks under certain conditions to extend to the common wall of single‑family attached housing. Commissioners wrestled with whether a roofed (covered) deck should receive the same leniency as an uncovered patio and whether any change should apply citywide.
Staff explained the current code treats an unenclosed, uncovered patio under 12 inches above grade differently from raised decks over 12 inches and that, historically, the zoning code required larger setbacks for decks and covered…
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