Shopfront is a Frontage Type where a storefront, including entrance(s) is provided on the front elevation of a building on the ground floor. The storefront is generally level with the adjoining ground level.
a) Configuration Standards
• The storefront shall comply with the setback area established by the Zoning Classification however, portions may be recessed up to 10 feet to accommodate an entrance or provide for variation in design.
• The storefront shall be at least 65% of the width of the front elevation of the corresponding building.
• The storefront shall provide a vertical opening a minimum of 12 feet, as measured from the ground. Glass shall be clear and not have opaque or reflective finish, however, the storefront system may be divided by one or more dimensional muntins.
• Unless the storefront glass terminates directly at grade, a physical transition in the form of a bulkhead between 18 inches and 36 inches tall shall be provided between the glass of the storefront and the adjacent sidewalk or similar hardscape area. Aluminum storefront or spandrel panel may not substitute for a bulkhead.
• Awnings and signs shall be located at least 8 feet above the adjacent sidewalk or similar hardscape area and may project to a maximum encroachment of 3 feet, subject to any required approvals from the Public Works Department.
• Awnings shall only cover storefronts and entrance openings so as to not cover the entire facade.
• Security gates on storefronts are prohibited unless approved by the Director of Community Development.
Illustrative photos 1 and 2 depict the shopfront frontage type.
(Ord. 3229 (part), 2016).