The purpose of this chapter is to establish the regulation for building height and rules for measuring building height. Additionally, the chapter includes exceptions to the height requirements of the underlying zoning district based on use type and features. (Ord. 2010-02 § 1 (part), 2010)
The regulations provided in this chapter establish the methodology that shall be used for measuring the height of all structures regulated by the Zoning Code. The maximum allowed height for all structures varies by type of structure and zoning district, and is identified in multiple locations in the Zoning Code, including Article II (Zoning Districts, Allowed Uses, and Development Standards), Chapter 17.30 (Accessory Structures), and Chapter 17.42 (Fences, Walls and Screening). The height requirements for buildings or structures shall be interpreted so that the limitation as to the number of stories and the limitation of the height in feet shall apply when both requirements are listed. (Ord. 2010-02 § 1 (part), 2010)
The height of a structure shall be measured as the vertical distance from the natural grade of the site to an imaginary plane located the allowed number of feet above and parallel to the grade. See Figure 17.36.030-1(Measurement of Height).
(Ord. 2010-02 § 1 (part), 2010)
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