§ 65.386. Standards For Design Variance Approval.

In considering requests for variances from the architectural design standards of Chapter 62 or the standards for signage within the Traditional City as contained in Chapter 64, the Board of Zoning Adjustment may use the following factors and characteristics relating to the request in its review:

(a)

Conformance to the Code and the GMP;

(b)

Logic of design;

(c)

Exterior space utilization;

(d)

Attractiveness;

(e)

Materials selection;

(f)

Compatibility with surrounding properties;

(g)

Circulation and Parking—vehicular and pedestrian;

(h)

Accepted architectural principles;

(i)

Protection of property values; and

(j)

Revitalization of depressed areas.

(Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102; Ord. of 11-28-1994, Doc. #28066)