§ 58.499.17. Appearance Review Standards and Guidelines.

Residential development on both conforming and non-conforming lots within the PH Overlay District must undergo Appearance Review. The Zoning District and the Use Regulations of Figures 1 and 2 of this Chapter, the Traditional City Design Standards specified in Chapter 62, Part 6, and the Specific Standards described in Chapter 65, Part 2F, Section 65.310, shall apply.

In addition to the standards specified above, the following architectural elements shall be considered during Appearance Review:

a.

Exterior Finishes: Exposed concrete block is prohibited unless otherwise approved during appearance review.

b.

Front Porch: Porches shall be accessed directly from a public street or pedestrian easement and must be visible from the street. Front porches shall have a minimum depth of six (6) feet and comprise a minimum of 30% of the width of the building's primary front facade (not including the garage) or ten (10) feet, whichever is larger. Porches for duplexes may be shared. Posts and balustrades that match the style of the primary structure are encouraged.

c.

Windows: All windows must have sills and trim that match the style of the primary structure.

d.

Mechanical Equipment. The provisions of Section 58.984—Mechanical Equipment Used in Single Family, Duplex and Townhome Development shall be utilized with the following exception of the rear yard, where such mechanical equipment shall be located not less than ten (10) feet from the rear lot line. The alternative standards specified in Section 58.985 may be utilized.

(Ord. No. 2017-24, § 1, 6-5-2017, Doc. #1706051202; Ord. No. 2018-44, § 3, 9-4-2018, Doc. #1809041202)