Height limitations of this Ordinance shall not apply to chimneys, church spires, clocks or bell towers or other similar architectural design elements, or public monuments, provided that such structures do not exceed twenty feet above the maximum height in the district in which they are located. Architectural features which include building and roof line elements which are intended to add architectural interest and not for the purpose of adding signage to the building may be allowed to exceed the maximum height of the district by not more than twenty feet. The building area encompassed by the proposed building and/or roof line element shall not exceed twenty-five percent (25%) of the footprint of the total structure. The Commission may specify a lower height limit for any structure that requires approval as a Conditional Use. In determining the appropriate height, the Commission shall consider the character of the surrounding uses, the height of surrounding structures, the potential to obscure light or view to or from existing buildings and surrounding properties, and potential detriment to the use or value of surrounding properties.
(Ord. 21-2020. Passed 12-14-20.)