§ 68.316. Projections and Recesses.  


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  • (a)

    Projections. Special architectural features, such as bay windows, decorative roofs and miscellaneous entry features may project up to 3 feet into front setbacks and public rights-of-way, provided that they are not less than 9 feet above the sidewalk. Trellises, canopies and fabric awnings may project into front setbacks and sidewalks, provided they are not less than 8 feet above the sidewalk. Such projections shall not obstruct the sidewalk, meaning a 5-foot wide unobstructed sidewalk shall be maintained.

    (b)

    Recesses. A building's first floor may be recessed from the front setback for the purpose of an arcade. An arcade should conform to the following dimensions:

    1.

    Minimum height inside the arcade space: 10 feet.

    2.

    Minimum width inside the arcade space: 8 feet.

(Ord. of 5-10-1999, § 10, Doc. #32070)