Mechanical systems and utilities shall be completely screened from public view and the following standards shall apply:
(a) Areas shall be completely enclosed by opaque screening on three sides and an operable opaque door for access on one side.
(b) These areas shall be located in the rear or side of buildings to minimize or eliminate their appearance from public view.
(c) Opaque fending or a combination of opaque fencing and masonry shall be used.
(d) Screening shall be at least five feet tall.
(e) Landscaping and planting around the screening and enclosures is required if the area is visible from public parking areas or from the street.
(f) Where equipment is located on the roof, screening shall only apply to equipment that is within 15 feet of the rooftop edge or where it extends more than five feet above the roof grade.
(Ord. Passed 10-30-23.)