(a) New Buildings. The architectural design of new nonresidential buildings shall be reviewed and approved in accordance with the requirements of this Chapter as part of the site plan review provisions of Chapter 1161.
(b) Expansions to Buildings. For buildings existing prior to the effective date of this Zoning Ordinance, major building improvements or expansions that require site plan approval may be permitted without a complete upgrade to meet the standards of this Chapter, provided there are reasonable improvements to the building in relation to the scale and construction cost of the building improvements or expansion. Major exterior renovations shall be consistent with the building design standards herein to the extent deemed practical.
(c) Exterior Changes to Existing Structures. Exterior changes in conformance with this Chapter may be made to existing structures. Changes which bring the structure closer to conformance are allowed. Proposed changes that are not in conformance or do not move closer to conformance, are prohibited. Exterior changes include but are not limited to building permits which result in facade alterations and/or in a change in facade material and color.
(Ord. 2020-4053. Passed 1-7-21.)