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covered patio or deck. The minimum dimensions of such space shall be eight (8) feet in each direction. This open space standard is only enforced to the extent that it does not prevent two primary dwelling units on the lot at 800 square feet each. (7) Setbacks. (A) Generally. All setbacks must conform to those objective setbacks that are imposed through the underlying zone. (B) Exceptions. Notwithstanding subsection (f)(7)(A) above: (i) Existing Structures. No setback is required for an existing legally established structure or for a new structure that is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing legally established structure. (ii) 800 sf; four -foot side and rear. The setbacks imposed by the underlying zone must yield to the degree necessary to avoid physically precluding the construction of up to two units on the lot or either of the two units from being at least 800 square feet in floor area; but in no event may any structure be less than four feet from a side or rear property line. (C) Front Setback Area. Notwithstanding any other part of this code, dwellings that are constructed under this section must be at least 20 feet from the front property lines. The front setback area must: (i) Be kept free from all structures greater than three feet high; (ii) Be at least 50 percent landscaped with drought - tolerant plants, with vegetation and irrigation plans approved by a licensed landscape architect; and (iii) Allow for vehicular and fire -safety access to the front structure. (D) Interior Side Yard and Rear Yard Setbacks. Dwelling units must provide a minimum of four -foot interior side yard and rear yard setbacks for the property line. Ordinance No. NS-3013 Page 24 of 32