The following criteria shall be applied to all areas included within areas under the jurisdiction of the D-Design Area as shown on the Design District Map.
(a) Structures and uses of land in any D-Design Area shall be harmonious in their construction and architectural treatment, thus preserving the same or a similar aesthetic character throughout the zone.
(b) The relationship of a proposed structure to existing structures or uses of land and the relationship to plantings and the protection of existing trees or other planting or monuments shall be of primary consideration.
(c) Where signs may be a normal feature required within a D-Design Area, these identifications, business or other signs shall be included within the design considerations and shall harmoniously blend into the overall resulting character of the zone.
(d) Unless otherwise approved, utilities shall be concealed underground.
(e) Where a D-Design Area is related to an existing or proposed park, the abutting properties shall be developed in a manner which will enhance and maintain the park-like appearance of the zone. (Ord. 1973-44. Passed 12-18-73.)