(a) In their review of the exterior of buildings and landscaping during preliminary and final site plan review, the Architectural Board of Review shall consider the following as well as the criteria in Section 7.34 of the Village's Charter:
(1) The overall exterior appearance of any proposed building or structure;
(2) The height, build, and scale of any proposed building or structure with respect to building or structures in the immediate area;
(3) The exterior materials, colors and textures of any proposed building or structure with respect to their compatibility with other buildings and structures within the immediate area;
(4) The arrangement and location of any proposed buildings, structures or uses on the site, as well as their relationship to other buildings and structures within the immediate area;
(5) The landscape plan will adequately:
A. Maintain existing trees to the extent possible;
B. Enhance the principal building and site; and,
C. Provide appropriate plant materials and spacing considering the ultimate mature size and shape of plants relative to the buildings, use, site, and the climate of the area.
(6) The exterior architectural character and functional plan of the structure(s) shall not be at such variance with existing structure(s) or structure(s) being built in the immediate neighborhood or zoning district or to cause substantial depreciation in the property values of such existing structure(s) or structure(s) being built; and,
(7) All other factors that affect the appearance of the site and the area.
(b) The Architectural Board of Review shall not attempt to prescribe the style of architecture as long as the architectural style and design under consideration meet the standards and criteria set forth in this Zoning Code. The Architectural Board of Review shall endeavor to insure that the exterior appearance of all buildings, structures, or uses will:
(1) Enhance the attractiveness and desirability of the area in keeping with its purpose and intent;
(2) Encourage the orderly and harmonious development of the area in keeping with its character; and,
(3) Enhance and protect the public and private investment and the value of all land and improvements within the area.
(Ord. 2011-14. Passed 4-9-12.)