A. District Requirements: Except as otherwise allowed by subsections B and C of this section, no structure shall exceed the height restrictions of the applicable zoning district.
B. Additional Height Allowance: Building heights in excess of the standards noted in subsection A of this section may be permitted through a conditional use permit; provided, that:
1. The site is capable of accommodating the increased intensity of use.
2. The increased intensity of use does not cause an increase in traffic volumes beyond the capacity of the surrounding streets.
3. Public utilities and services including fire protection services are adequate.
4. For each additional ten feet (10') above thirty five feet (35'), front and side yard setback requirements shall be increased by five percent (5%).
5. The provisions of section 11-4-5 of this title are considered and satisfactorily met.
C. Exceptions: The building height limits established herein for districts shall not apply to the following:
Belfries.
Chimneys or flues.
Church spires.
Cooling towers.
Cupolas and domes which do not contain usable space.
Elevator penthouses.
Farm buildings.
Flagpoles.
Monuments.
Necessary mechanical and electrical appurtenances.
Parapet walls extending not more than three feet (3') above the limiting height of the building.
Poles, towers and other structures for essential services.
D. Roof Equipment: No excluded roof equipment or structural element extending beyond the limited height of a building may occupy more than twenty five percent (25%) of the area of the roof nor exceed ten feet (10') unless otherwise noted.
E. Towers And Antennas: The height of satellite dishes, television receiving antennas and radio receiving antennas shall be regulated in accordance with chapter 13 of this title. (Ord. 5, 12-14-2006)