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<br />. Include an equivalent aspect that subdivides the wall into human scale proportions such as an articulated
<br />base with a height no more than ten (10) feet.
<br />. In the event that actual doors and windows are not feasible because of the nature of the use of the building,
<br />side or rear walls that face walkways may include false windows and door openings defined by the
<br />following:
<br />,. frames,
<br />,. sills,
<br />,. lintels, or
<br />,. proportioned modulations of the wall.
<br />· All sides, including the rear, of the building shall include materials and design characteristics consistent
<br />witll those on the front.
<br />. Use of inferior or lesser quality materials on side or rear walls is prohibited.
<br />In the event that canopies, awnings or other similar appurtenances are used, the following standards shall apply:
<br />. Such appurtenances shall be constructed of materials designed to complement the streetscape and the
<br />structure,
<br />. Any appurtenance may extend from the building up to eighty (80%) percent of the width of the sidewalk
<br />area or nine feet, which ever is less.
<br />. In no case shall any such facility extend beyond the curb line of the street, nor shall it interfere with the
<br />growth or maintenance of street trees, or maintenance of street lights or street signs,
<br />· A minimum overhead clearance of eight (8) feet from the sidewalk shall be maintained,
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<br />MATERIALS
<br />All buildings shall be construpted of quality materials, These materials include brick, either plain or painted,
<br />horizontal siding, wood shingle, stone, or concrete-based stucco. All trim materials shall be stone, cast stone, cast
<br />concrete, or painted wood, It is recommended that the primary structure be neutral in color, i.e. light grays, browns,
<br />beiges, whites or earth tones. The trim may be of various contrasting colors to that of the primary structure.
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<br />Where any sloped roofs are utilized, they shall be covered with high profile asphalt shingles, natural clay tiles, slate,
<br />concrete tiles (with natural texture and color), ribbed metal, wood shakes or shingles, Forms and finish materials of
<br />buildings, signage, gasoline pump canopies and other accessory structures, shall be compatible with the architectural
<br />character of the adjacent area and structures through compliance with the following guidelines:
<br />. all buildings, including gasoline pump canopies, shall utilize a consistent architectural style;
<br />. differing buildings, businesses, or activities within the same development may be distinguished by variations
<br />within this architectural style;
<br />· Sides and backs of buildings shall be as visually attractive as the front through the design of roof lines,
<br />architectural detailing, and landscaping features,
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<br />FLEXIBILITY IN ADMINISTRATION
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<br />Because these standards cannot cover every possible scenario that may arise, the Planning Administrator is
<br />authorized to make detenninations on development applications that may vary from the written standards so long as
<br />the detennination meets the purpose and intent of the Commercial Design Standards,
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