(A) Additional story - mixed-use zoning districts. In all mixed-use zoning districts, up to 20% of the building footprint may contain one additional story with habitable space above the maximum permitted building height. In no case may the project exceed the maximum floor area ratio in the applicable zone.
(B) Projections allowed by-right. The following building features may project above the maximum permitted building height in the applicable zoning district. These projections are permitted by-right, with no discretionary permit required:
(1) Non-habitable decorative features such as spires, steeples, belfries, cupolas and domes;
(2) Parapets, fire escapes, catwalks and open guard rails required by law;
(3) Skylight, chimneys and vent stacks;
(4) Photovoltaic panels and wind energy systems;
(5) Rooftop equipment and enclosures;
(6) Elevator shafts and stair towers;
(7) Building-mounted wireless telecommunications facilities as allowed by Ch. 159 (Wireless Telecommunication Facilities);
(8) Amateur radio facilities and receive-only radio and television antennas;
(9) Flag poles; and
(10) Other similar building features as determined by the Director.
(C) Maximum height. A projection above the maximum permitted building height may not exceed the maximum height necessary to perform its intended function as determined by the Director.
(Ord. 885-C.S., passed 5-21-19; Am. Ord. 902-C.S., passed 8-18-20)