In all districts defined within this chapter, the lot size and shape, and all architectural components of the structures to be constructed or altered, shall be subject to the review and approval of the Commission, which reports to the Joint Council for executive-level review, approval, and guidance. This review and approval process shall apply to all new construction and all remodeling projects that significantly change the external appearance of any primary structure. Property owners and developers shall take care to ensure that all provisions of this chapter are met and that the aesthetics, size, style, color, roof pitches, etc, are appropriate for the district and surrounding area (as viewed from the street directly in front of the lot, with primary emphasis on the adjacent properties). It is especially important to protect, preserve, and enhance the Town's quality of life, including its natural resources. For small single-lot residential projects, the Commission shall review a to-scale model drawing of the lot, showing the size and location of the primary structure, all accessory structures (e.g., detached garage, sheds, decks, patios, pools, driveways and parking spaces), essential utilities, easements and all major landscaping features (e.g., mature trees and shrubs, standing and flowing bodies of water, tax ditches, and any significant elevations changes). The Commission shall also review a sketch of what it can expect to see from the street when the project is complete, and if the primary features of the lot cannot be seen from the street, the Commission may also request additional sketches and written information needed to complete their understanding of the proposed project. Much more is required of larger projects (refer to Articles XXV and XXVI for details). The Commission may rely upon the Town Code Enforcement Officer's judgment in the field as to which proposed projects require further review and approval. The Commission and/or the Town Council or Commissioners by majority vote retains the discretion and right, when exercised in accordance with applicable law, to reject any petition seeking approval under, or change to, this Chapter 10, Planning and Zoning Regulations.

Within residential districts, no more than one principal (primary) building may occupy or be constructed upon any lot.

No lot may be reduced in area below the minimum lot area as specified herein for the district within which it is located.

Accessory buildings must meet the specifications set forth in each zoning district and are subject to the setbacks summarized there.

No building shall be constructed on a lot which does not have the required minimum frontage on a public street.

Outdoor advertising signs, structures of any type, recreational equipment, shrubs or trees shall not be installed or stored on any public sidewalk or street, nor shall they be permitted to protrude from any property over any public sidewalk or street in a manner which obscures, creates confusion or thus otherwise interferes with pedestrian or vehicular movement, traffic signals or signs.

See § 10-163, Obstruction of view at intersection, of this chapter.

Public utilities may be located in any district, subject to approval of the Commission and Public Works Department. In such cases, the following requirements shall be complied with:

All commercial property shall provide a privacy fence, unless otherwise stipulated by the Commission, of a material consistent with the building architecture at least six feet but not more than eight feet in height. A fence shall be erected to conceal various storage equipment/materials, dumpsters and any other materials normally found in commercial establishments. This fence shall be anchored in such a manner that it cannot become airborne during high winds and/or stormy conditions.

Beautification mounds may be acceptable in place of fences, subject to approval of the Commission. Beautification mounds may be elevated soil or sand material placed on properties in lieu of fences for beautification purposes. Beautification mounds and any vegetation planted thereon shall not exceed four feet in height nor be located within two feet of street lot lines; however, trees will be allowed to grow to their normal height, provided they are kept trimmed. Trees on corner lots with street intersections or curves along road rights-of-way must be trimmed to provide adequate vehicular visibility. Beautification mounds constructed less than 10 feet from the intersection of rights-of-way of two streets, including any vegetation or ornamentation, shall not exceed three feet in height. Beautification mounds shall be constructed so as not to divert normal drainage waters onto other private or public property.

A permanent structure (see full definitions in Article II) is attached to the lot and not easily moved. Temporary structures are not attached and are easily movable. Principal (primary) structures are presumed to be permanent and accessory structures may be either permanent or temporary. The Town's Code Enforcement Officer shall review and approve all plans for new structures and shall determine if a building permit is required. No temporary structure may be used for residential purposes.

Dumpsters may be parked at construction sites during construction, provided that such dumpsters must be removed from the construction site when work is completed or stopped and prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the applicable property.

To facilitate emergency worker access, high-occupancy building owners, assisted-living housing, and similar businesses shall install a Knox-Box^® or equivalent.

Any building or structure which is destroyed or damaged to an extent that, in the judgment of the Code Enforcement Officer, Town Manager or Mayor, that building or structure is uninhabitable or a hazard to public health or life or safety shall be removed from the premises or restoration begun within 30 days of formal written notification.

Any development that has a landscaping plan approved by the Commission is required to maintain the landscaping per the approved plan. Property owners subject to a Commission-approved landscaping plan are free to request a plan revision from the Commission, but the Commission is not required to hear or approve any revision request.

Business and multifamily buildings shall install and maintain appropriate waste containment facilities. Dumpsters and other waste confinement structures shall be screened on three sides in building materials consistent with the architecture of the primary structure. All waste containers must be of a design and maintained to prevent the wind, animals, and other natural sources from scattering the container's contents.

Stormwater management ponds must be maintained in order to serve their purpose as stormwater management tools. In addition to regular maintenance (cutting grass, maintaining integrity of walls, pipes, etc.) each stormwater management pond must have a working aeration device.