The Office of Planning and Zoning designates the location of a principal structure on a waterfront lot based on:
(1) an approximate average of the location of principal structures on abutting lots intended to keep structures relatively in line with one another;
(2) the height, location, necessity, and purpose of the proposed structure;
(3) existing and allowed land uses on the lot and adjacent waterfront properties;
(4) topographic and other physical features of the lot and adjacent waterfront properties, including shoreline irregularities and restrictions based on the required placement of utilities;
(5) the impact of the structure on the use and enjoyment of adjacent waterfront properties and their light, air, and view; and
(6) protection of environmental features and maximization of ESD design criteria.
(Bill No. 4-05; Bill No. 93-12)