HomeMy WebLinkAboutSky Bridges 9.23.25 (2)City Code for Skybridges
(Development code and Form base Code)
Definition:
Skybridge. An enclosed, elevated bridge extending from building face to building face that
spans a public street, public alley, or is located within private property and provides an
uninhibited pedestrian walkway.
3.09.010 Purpose
To establish appropriate locations for skybridges, maintain pedestrian safety, and ensure
the design of skybridges contributes to the built and natural environment.
3.09.020 Skybridge Standards for all Zones
Skybridges are subject to administrative review and require an approved Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) and Air Easement Agreement.
1. All skybridges shall:
a. Comply with the following standards and all other applicable regulations for
the zone.
b. Comply with all Building Codes and Engineering Standards adopted by the
City of Rexburg.
c. Be maintained and kept in good condition. The maintenance of heating,
cooling, lighting, cleaning, repair, replacement, etc. are the responsibility of
the building owner(s).
d. Be kept free of obstructions.
3.09.025 Skybridge Location and Construction Standards
1. The location for any skybridge must be reviewed and approved by the Public Works
Director or designee prior to its construction.
2. All skybridges shall:
a. Be fully enclosed.
b. Be constructed with approved systems for the discharge of all roof drainage.
c. Maintain a minimum clearance of sixteen (16’) feet six (6”) inches between
the bottom of the skybridge and the public street or alley.
d. Have a minimum interior width of eight (8’) feet but not exceeding fourteen
(14’) feet.
e. Meet the minimum required fenestration of twenty (20%) percent.
f. Be constructed with exterior glass that is anti-glare and impact resistant. All
exterior glass in the skywalk structure shall be not less than one-quarter inch
thickness tempered glass set in metal frames. The use of double-paned
insulated glazing and of metal frames with thermal breaks is encouraged.
g. Not contain a glass floor.
3.09.030 Permitted Uses
1. Skybridges are to be used as an unobstructed pedestrian way only.
a. Prohibited Uses. Commercial, Vending, Retail, or Residential uses within
skybridges are prohibited.
3.09.040 Signage
Only directional signs relevant to pedestrian ways are allowed on or within skybridges.
3.09.050 Public Skybridges.
Public skybridges shall provide at a minimum one (1) access point to the street and include
a vertical access facility.
*Update Permitted Uses Chart
3.08.010 Permitted Uses In Residential Zones
Use
Categories Uses RR1 RR2 LDR1 LDR2 LDR3 MDR1 MDR2 HDR1 HDR2
ACCESSORY
Accessory
Livestock P P P P P
Accessory
Swimming Pool P P P P P P P P P
Accessory
Dwelling Unit CUP CUP CUP
Accessory
Building P P P P P P P P P
Accessory Home
Business CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Accessory Home
Occupation P P P P P P P P P
Accessory
Skybridge CUP CUP
3.08.020 Permitted Uses In Commercial Zones
Use Categories Uses MU CBC RBC RBD LI HI
AGRICULTURAL
Agriculture Packaging CUP P
Agriculture Processing CUP P
Agriculture Product & Input Sales CUP CUP P P
Farm & Construction Vehicles,
Equipment & Supplies CUP CUP P P
Use Categories Uses MU CBC RBC RBD LI HI
ACCESSORY
Accessory Building P P P CUP P P
Accessory Dwelling Unit CUP CUP
Accessory Home Occupation P
Accessory Swimming Pool P
Accessory Skybridge CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
3.08.030 Permitted Uses In Other Zones
Use Categories Uses TAG UD PF OS
AGRICULTURAL Agriculture Farming & Ranching P P
ACCESSORY
Accessory Livestock (No more than ten (10) per
acre) P
Accessory Swimming Pool P
Accessory Dwelling Unit CUP
Accessory Building P P P
Accessory Home Business CUP
Accessory Home Occupation P
Accessory Skybridge CUP CUP