1327.05 EXCESSIVE DISSIMILARITY.
   The bulk or floor area of a dwelling, the exterior design of a building and the site plan or other significant features thereof, shall not be excessively dissimilar to that of any other building existing, or one for which a permit has been issued, in the immediate vicinity, in relation to one or more of the following:
   (a)   Bulk and Area. The minimum bulk and gross floor area for a dwelling unit shall be similar to that of the dwellings in the neighborhood and shall not be less than previously established.
   (b)   Height. The height of the roof of buildings may vary; however, in general, the variation shall not exceed nine feet upon the same dwelling or between adjoining dwellings.
   (c)   Yards. The width and arrangement of yards may vary as permitted in the regulations for yards as heretofore set forth in the Zoning Code for various districts.
   (d)   Exterior Design. Materials and other significant design features for all building types shall not be excessively dissimilar, provided, however, that a finding of excessive dissimilarity shall include the fact that it is of such nature as to produce one or more of the harmful effects set forth in Section 1327.02.
      (Ord. 64-49. Passed 7-6-64.)