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Height Exceptions for Building Lots in Anchorage

This rule establishes requirements for measurements withing building lots. This includes height requirements that state: D6(c) – Except as specifically provided elsewhere in this title, the height limitations contained in this chapter do not apply to appurtenances on buildings, such as spires and similar religious appurtenances, belfries, cupolas, flagpoles, chimneys, antennas, rooftop mechanical equipment and its screening, stairwell and elevator enclosures, parapets, firewalls, open or transparent railings, solar reflectors, photovoltaic panels, skylights, or similar appurtenances

Link:

  • 21.05.040, J1(b.iv)

Policy Details:

Locale: Anchorage, Alaska [West]
Climate zone: Zone 7: Very Cold
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Solar Photovoltaic Roof, Solar PV Canopies
Policy Type(s): City Code, Zoning

Citation:

21.05.040, J1(b.iv)

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