s. Roofs & Rooflines
Roofs may vary from flat to sloping. Use of similar roof forms will create a more unified and cohesive streetscape. Roof forms and heights shall be appropriate to the architectural character of the building. Varying roof/parapet heights in downtown contribute to a visually interesting streetscape. The following standards shall apply to the main roof of a building and not minor roof areas such as those covering doors or walkways:
(1) Permitted Roofs . Flat, hip, & gable roofs are acceptable.
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Prohibited Roof . Mansard roofs are prohibited.
(3) Gable Ends . Gable “ends” shall not front the street or occur on a primary façade.
(4) Roof Overhang . Pitched roofs must have a minimum of 18-inch overhanging eaves.
(5) Roof Slope . Pitched roofs must slope no less than 6:12 or more than 12:12.
(6) Metal Roofs . Corrugated metal roofs and wood shake roofs are prohibited except where these types of roofs are not visible from any point along a public right-of- way. Standing seam metal roofs with a 24-inch separation between the seams which are black, brown, or grey in color shall be permitted.
(7) Parapets . Parapets are required where a flat roof is proposed.
(8) Cornices . Cornices, when incorporated into the parapet design, shall project a minimum height of 12 inches above the face of the façade.
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Color
Color provides continuity from building to building while serving to enhance the visual character of downtown. The color palette of a building is composed of the main, trim, and accent colors. The colors chosen for awnings, canopies, shutters, and roofs also contribute to the overall color scheme of a building. The overall color scheme of a building or project should reflect a cohesive pattern. These provisions recognize that the review of a building’s color scheme is a balance between an owner’s creativity and individuality, the architectural style of the building, and an overall harmonious vision for downtown. The main color should be the predominant color of the building. The trim
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