(A) In general. The total height of any structure shall not exceed the maximum height limit established for the applicable zoning district unless expressly stated otherwise in this chapter.
(B) Exceptions. Height limits shall not apply to chimneys, church spires, belfries, cooling towers, cupolas and domes which do not contain useable space, elevator penthouses, fire escapes or roof access stairways, flag poles, mechanical equipment required to operate and maintain the building, monuments, parapet walls extending not more than three feet above the limiting height of the building, rooftop dish antennas, skylights, water towers, wind electrical generators, telecommunication towers or similar appurtenances, provided:
(1) The appurtenance does not interfere with Federal Aviation Regulations, Part 77, Objects Affecting Navigable Airspace;
(2) The appurtenance does not extend more than 25 feet above the maximum permitted building height, except as specifically allowed by this chapter;
(3) The appurtenance does not exceed a maximum height of 200 feet above grade;
(4) The appurtenance is not constructed for the purpose of providing additional floor area in the building; and
(5) The appurtenance complies with the screening requirements for mechanical equipment and appurtenances in this chapter.
(Ord. 1040, passed 1-5-16)