(A) Applicability. The standards in this section shall apply to all new structures built for or occupied by a use listed in the Commercial Use classification portion of Table 164.01, Table of Allowed Uses, subject to the provisions of Chapter 168: Nonconformities.
(B) Exemptions. Lawfully-established commercial uses (including vacation rentals) taking place within a structure constructed as a single-family or two-family dwelling shall be exempted from these standards, but shall comply with the standards in § 166.05-03, Single- and Two-Family Design Standards.
(C) Design standards.
(1) Off-street parking location.
(a) For lots within the DC District, no off-street surface parking shall be located between a building wall containing the primary entrance and the primary street the building fronts; however, parking may be permitted between a street and a secondary entrance.
(b) Off-street surface parking lots as a principal or accessory use shall not occupy visually prominent locations on lots that terminate public vistas.
(2) Internal pedestrian walkways.
(a) At least one internal pedestrian walkway with a minimum width of five feet shall be provided from the on-site pedestrian network to the public sidewalk system. In the case of corner lots, a connection shall be made to the sidewalk of both streets.
(b) All internal pedestrian walkways shall be distinguished from driving surfaces through the use of durable, low-maintenance surface materials such as pavers, bricks, or scored/stamped concrete or asphalt to enhance pedestrian safety and comfort, as well as the attractiveness of the walkways.
(3) Shipping containers and the like. Any shipping container, or other similar modular component, used in the construction of a residential structure shall be, at a minimum, painted with no visible logos, brands, lettering, and advertisements on the exterior surface.
(Ord. 05-10, passed 3-23-10; Am. Ord. 022-21, passed 9-14-21; Am. Ord. 034-21, passed 12-14-21)