A. All definitions, general and specific, set forth in Section 17.04.030, shall be applicable to this chapter.
B. Word Usage.
1. The word "shall" is prescriptive in nature and indicates that compliance is mandatory.
2. The words "may," "should" and "preferred" are permissive in nature and indicate that compliance is discretionary on the part of the applicant.
C. Definitions.
"Construction" means any building activity requiring the issuance of a building permit that affects the exterior appearance of a structure.
"Enlargement" means construction that results in the expansion of the gross floor area of a structure.
"Exterior architectural feature" means the architectural elements embodying the style, design, general arrangement, and components of all of the outer surfaces of an improvement; the kind, color, and texture of the building materials; and the type and style of all windows, doors, lights, signs and other fixtures appurtenant to such improvement.
"Improvement" means any building, structure, place, parking facility, fence, gate, wall, work of art, or other object constituting a physical betterment of real property, or any part of such betterment. (Ord. 2017-01 (part), 2017: prior code § 7722)