Purpose. The purpose of this article is to ensure that all uses and development within the Village are adequately served by off-street parking and loading areas. The standards contained herein are designed to provide proper circulation, reduce hazards to pedestrians, and protect the users of adjacent properties from nuisances caused by the noise, fumes, and glare of headlights which may result from the operation of vehicles.

Intent. This article is also intended to achieve the following objectives:

The term "vehicle," as used in this section, shall include but not be limited to automobiles, motorcycles, trucks, recreational vehicles, campers and trailers, including recreational and boat trailers.

Off-street parking and loading spaces shall be provided and kept available as an accessory use to all permitted and specially permitted uses of buildings, structures, and lots in amounts not less than those specified in this section.

Areas that may be considered as off-street parking space include any private garage, carport or other area available for parking other than a street, entrance and exit lanes, or driveway. No vehicle shall be parked or stored in any required fire lane. A driveway may only be used to meet the requirements of this article where it serves a single- or two-family dwelling.

Required parking spaces shall be available for the parking of operable passenger automobiles of residents, customers, patrons and employees only, and shall not be used for the storage of vehicles or materials or for the parking of trucks or other commercial vehicles used in conducting the business or use.

The requirement for a single use (e.g., a one-family dwelling or a retail store) shall be determined directly from the table of off-street parking requirements in § 190-76E of this article, unless otherwise noted within this chapter.

The requirements for a combination of uses made up of multiple permitted or specially permitted uses (e.g. a restaurant and bar or a retail store combined with an office building) shall be determined by establishing the requirement for each individual use and adding them together, unless otherwise provided for by this article or approved by the ZBA.

If the use is not specifically listed in the schedule of such requirements, the requirement shall be the same as for the most similar listed use as determined by the CEO.

When the required number of spaces result in a fraction, any fraction of less than 1/2 (0.50) is rounded down to the next lower whole number, and any fraction of 1/2 (0.50) or more is rounded up to the next higher whole number.

Bicycle parking shall be provided with all multifamily and nonresidential development of at least 10% of the vehicle parking requirements as outlined in the table of off-street parking requirements in Subsection E, but in no case shall be less than two bicycle spaces for any single use.

The maximum number of parking spaces allowable for any use is not to exceed 125% of the requirement as outlined in the table of off-street parking requirements in Subsection E, unless otherwise approved by the ZBA.

The ZBA may reduce the number of off-street parking spaces required if the applicant can make permanent arrangements for shared parking with other residential or nonresidential uses or can otherwise prove that the parking standards are excessive for the particular use proposed.

The ZBA may require off-street parking spaces in addition to those required by this article if it is deemed necessary to protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the public.

Parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the following table:

Whenever the normal operation of any development requires that goods, merchandise, or equipment be routinely delivered to or shipped from that development, a sufficient off-street loading area must be provided in accordance with this section to accommodate the delivery or shipment operations in order to avoid undue interference with the public use of streets or alleys.

Loading spaces shall have a minimum clearance height of 14 feet. The related aisle shall have the same minimum clearance height.

Loading spaces shall be provided in accordance with the table below.

No parking or storage of a commercial vehicle shall be permitted in any residential district except in such case that said vehicle is used by the occupant of the premises and does not exceed three-fourths-ton rated capacity. Such vehicle may only be parked or stored behind the front building line of the principal structure.

Off-street parking and loading spaces shall be provided only in the side or rear lot areas. Front yard parking may be permitted in the General Business District with ZBA approval.

Off-street parking spaces in residential districts may be provided in any yard space except front yard space. However, parking in front yard space shall be allowed on a designated driveway for single- and two-family dwellings.

All off-street parking and loading spaces shall be on the same lot as the use they are intended to serve unless otherwise specified in this chapter. With Village Board approval, uses within 400 feet of a municipal parking lot or designated on-street parking may be wholly or partially exempt from the off-street parking requirements.

Where parking areas are provided for a mix of uses that include residential units, the parking spaces provided for such units should be clearly marked and designated for the use of residents.

Off-street parking spaces shall not be located within 10 feet of a residential district.

Loading spaces shall not be located within 50 feet of a residential district.

Parking and loading spaces may not be located within 10 feet of street frontage.

Joint off-street parking spaces by two or more buildings or uses located on the same lot or adjacent lots is permitted, provided that the total of such facilities shall not be less than the sum required of the various buildings or uses computed separately. The land upon which the joint parking spaces are located shall be owned or leased by one or more of the collective users.

Shared off-street parking spaces for two or more uses that are located on the same lot or share a common property boundary and have different peak parking demands or operating hours may be permitted, provided that:

All spaces shall be surfaced with asphalt bituminous, concrete, or dustless material approved by the ZBA and shall be maintained in smooth and well-graded condition. Such surface shall be permanent and capable of being kept free of snow, dust, and dirt and must be permanently marked. Pervious pavement materials are encouraged.

All spaces shall be clearly marked with a minimum painted strip of four inches in width.

All spaces and their access driveways shall be graded so as to provide for the proper mitigation of stormwater and runoff. Centerline gradients of aisles shall not exceed 8%.

All new or reconstructed off-street parking lots must conform to Americans with Disabilities Act standards.

All off-street parking areas that contain more than 10 spaces must include:

All parking areas shall be landscaped and screened in accordance with Article XI.

All illumination of off-street parking areas shall be in conformity with Article XIII.

Parking space and aisle dimensions shall follow the requirements of the table below.

On-street and municipally owned parking. On-street and municipally owned parking spaces may be used to satisfy up to 25% of the requirements for off-street parking, provided such spaces are no more than 1,000 feet from the use.

Parking demand analysis. The number of off-street parking spaces required for any use may be adjusted with the completion of a parking demand analysis by the applicant. When parking will be shared with other functions, the parking demand analysis may be used to determine the sharing factor. Such analysis shall include, at a minimum:

Existing building exemption. No existing building within the Central Business District shall be required to provide additional off-street parking except when the amount of space devoted to any permitted use is expanded. In such case, the required amount of additional off-street parking required shall be based on the additional space devoted to the permitted use only.

The Village Engineer or their designee shall review all access roads and driveways to insure the safety and welfare of the public. The Village may engage the services of other engineers, planners, or other professionals to assist in such review, all costs at the expense of the applicant.

Shared access agreements will be required by the first developer and/or owner of a site and shall be established in a continuum to adjoining properties as a contingency of site plan approval.

All direct access driveways to public highways shall be minimized and meet or exceed the minimum spacing requirements, excluding single-family residences, listed in the table below. Minimum driveway spacing is to be measured from the closest edge of the driveway to the closest edge of the nearest driveway.

All parking spaces, except those required for single- or two-family dwellings, shall have access to a public street or alley in such a manner that any vehicle leaving or entering the parking area from or into a public street or alley shall be traveling in a forward motion.

No driveway providing access to an off-street parking area shall be located closer than 60 feet to the intersection of public streets.

The minimum width of an access driveway shall be determined by the table below.

The paving of new driveways or driveway expansions in any residential district shall require the issuance of a driveway permit by the Village's CEO, unless otherwise approved by the ZBA as part of the site plan review process.

Driveway permit applications shall be submitted to the CEO on forms provided by the Village Clerk and shall be accompanied by the following:

Driveway or driveway expansion applications must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for approval:

Recreational or accessory vehicles may be stored and parked on residential property in accordance with the following:

No mobile home, recreational vehicle or motor home shall be used on any property for use as sleeping or living quarters or for any other purpose in connection with such sleeping or living quarters, except that visiting guests owning or operating such vehicles may occupy them for a period of 21 days. The occupants of such vehicles must be guests of the full-time residents of the property upon which the vehicle is parked.

Recreational vehicles shall not be connected to electricity, water, or other utilities unless they are being used pursuant to Subsection B above or being prepared for use or storage by the owner.

No commercial vehicle having an overall length in excess of 18 feet, nor any semitractor, semi-tractor-trailer, semitrailer, dump truck, tow truck, bus, step van, freight van, flatbed or stake truck, or construction vehicle or equipment of any length may be parked in any residential district unless temporarily, in conjunction with a permitted construction project, service, sales, or delivery to the property.

This section shall not apply to temporary storage of a recreational vehicle. For purposes of this section, "temporary storage" shall mean the existence of a recreational vehicle, owned by a full-time resident of the property, stored out-of-doors on the property, which does not comply with this chapter for a period not to exceed 10 consecutive days, under any of the following circumstances:

The Village of Honeoye Falls recognizes the value of trees and landscaping and that the preservation and enhancement of these resources is necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare of Village residents. Landscaping is considered an integral part of site design, offering shade and habitat, impeding soil erosion, providing water absorption and retention to inhibit excess runoff and flooding, enhancing air quality, offering a natural barrier to noise and enhancing property values and providing scenic beauty. Landscaping emphasis shall be placed on providing features that enhance the overall aesthetics of development and the character of the Village of Honeoye Falls.

It is the purpose of this section to:

All nonresidential and multifamily development activity subject to site plan review shall meet the requirements of this article.

The Conservation Board of the Village of Honeoye Falls may review and provide recommendation on all landscape plans and requirements upon request by the ZBA. Such recommendation shall be submitted to the ZBA in writing.

A landscape plan shall be submitted and approved as a part of the site plan review process.

The landscape plan shall be drawn to scale, including dimensions and distances, and shall clearly delineate:

The landscape plan shall delineate the location and description of all existing and proposed trees, shrubs and plantings. To insure proper protection of plantings and planted areas, landscape materials to be used on the site shall be identified in a planting schedule to be included on the landscape plan with the following information:

The landscape plan shall include all existing plant materials that are to be removed from the site and such other information as may be required by the ZBA or CEO.

Landscape plans should include a variety of trees, shrubs, and ornamental planting (annuals and perennials) as part of the site design. The mixing of trees and shrubs helps to avoid a uniform, unnatural appearance, and to protect against extreme loss due to disease or infestation.

The landscape plan must be prepared, signed and stamped by a professional, New York State licensed or registered landscape architect, certified nurseryman or landscape designer.

Upon approval of the landscape plan by the Village, the property owner agrees to install and perpetually maintain the approved landscape design and materials for the duration of the approved use.

All landscaped areas approved by the Village shall be preserved according to the landscape plan. Flora that dies shall be replaced within the next planting season with materials of a similar nature.

Plant and landscape materials shall be compatible with soil conditions on site and the regional climate. Native plant species are encouraged.

All grasses, trees, and plant material shall be in accordance with those appropriate for the Plant Hardiness Zone of the Village of Honeoye Falls as defined by the United States Department of Agriculture.

Under no circumstance shall any site include plant material that is considered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to be a prohibited and regulated invasive species per New York State Law 6 NYCRR Part 575.

A minimum ground cover of not less than 25% of the total lot area shall be landscaped with an appropriate balance of trees, conifers, shrubs, ornamental plantings and lawn area to create a naturalized appearance on the site.

The arrangement and spatial location of landscaped areas shall be designed as an integral part of the site development and disbursed throughout the site, and not just located around the perimeter.

Existing vegetation and trees (of all sizes and stages of maturity) shall be maintained, wherever possible.

Plastic or other artificial plantings or vegetation are not permitted.

Landscape plantings should be designed to stage blooms and have color throughout the growing season.

Indigenous species shall be utilized to the greatest extent possible, as noted on the species list.

Provisions for snow removal and snow storage must not adversely impact landscaped areas. Any area damaged as the result of snow removal or storage activities must be fully restored in accordance with the approved landscaping plan within the next planting season.

Upon approval of the ZBA, ornamental lighting and street furnishing may be incorporated within approved landscaped areas.

Grass areas shall be planted in a species well adapted to localized growing conditions in Monroe County, New York. Grass areas may be sodded, plugged, sprigged, hydromulched, or seeded, except that solid sod shall be used in swales or other areas subject to erosion.

In areas where other than solid sod or grass seed is used, overseeding shall be sown for immediate effect and protection until coverage is otherwise achieved.

Grass areas shall be procured from new of the year seed crops, free of foreign material or weed seeds.

Replacement or overseeding mixes shall match or complement the original installation.

Grass areas shall also provide continuous, uniform, and consistent coverage.

A mix of landscape plantings shall be installed around all building foundations.

Plant material shall be placed intermittently against long expanses of buildings walls, fences, and other barriers to soften the effect and to help break up walls with little to no architectural detail to the satisfaction of the ZBA.

Ornamental plant material, such as flowering trees and shrubs, perennials, and ground covers are encouraged.

Plantings should decrease in size and increase in detail, color, and variety near entryways into buildings.

Parking lots containing 10 or more spaces shall be planted with at least one tree per eight spaces, no smaller than two-inch caliper (trunk diameter at four foot height). Each tree should be located within a landscaped island or median. Large and medium shade trees (no less than eight feet in height at maturity) are recommended. Due to heat and drought stress and vision clearances, ornamental and evergreen trees are not recommended.

The dimensions of all islands and medians shall be a minimum of eight feet wide at the shortest side to protect plant materials installed therein and ensure proper growth (see Figure 1). Landscaped islands shall be protected with concrete curbing, a minimum of six inches in height.

Each median or island shall include at least one tree (see Figure 1). Low shrubs and ground covers will be required in the remainder of the landscaped area. Effective use of earth berms and existing topography is also encouraged as a component of the landscaping plan.

Landscaped islands shall be utilized in parking areas to separate parking stalls into groupings of not more than 20 stalls between islands (see Figure 1).

Parking lots shall be broken up into "rooms" of no more than 40 spaces, separated by landscaped islands or pedestrian accessways or sidewalks (see Figure 1).

Parking areas must also be screened along lot lines bordering institutional or residential uses. Such screening shall consist of a landscaped area at least six feet wide, densely planted with a mixture of trees and shrubs to create an effective visual barrier. All trees shall be a minimum of two-inch caliper (trunk diameter) when planted.

In instances where healthy plant material exists on a site prior to its development, in part or in whole, for purposes of off-street parking or other vehicular use areas, the ZBA may adjust the application of the above-mentioned standards to allow credit for such plant material if, in its opinion, such an adjustment is in keeping with and will preserve the intent of these standards.

Where any nonresidential use abuts a residential use or district, including off-street parking areas, a buffer of at least five feet in width shall be provided along their common side and rear lot lines. Such buffer shall include at least one of the following screening methods, or any combination thereof to the satisfaction of the ZBA:

All dumpsters shall be screened from public view in accordance with the following:

All mechanical equipment must be screened from public view in accordance with the following:

Loading spaces and delivery areas, such as loading docks, shall be located so as not to be visible from the street or public right-of-way. If not practical, landscaping and buffering treatments, including but not limited to fencing, hedging, plantings, or berms, shall be provided to screen such areas from public view.

The property owner, or his designated agent, shall be responsible for the proper care and maintenance and replacement, if necessary, of all landscape materials in a healthy and growing condition.

Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to: watering, weeding, mowing (including trimming at the base of fencing), fertilizing, mulching, proper pruning, and removal and replacement of dead or diseased trees and shrubs on a regular basis.

All landscaping and plant material that is missing, dead, decaying, or injured as of September 30 shall be replaced by June 30 of the following year at the property owner's expense. The replacement shall be of the same species and size unless otherwise approved by the CEO.

Irrigation systems shall be designed to minimize spray on buildings, neighboring properties, roads or sidewalks; maintained in proper operating condition; and conserve water to the greatest extent feasible through proper watering techniques.

Improper maintenance shall be determined through periodic inspection by the CEO. The CEO may require a review and status report of plantings by a professional landscaper, arborist, or engineer. All reasonable costs for review and determination shall be at the property owner's.

The purpose of this article is to protect and maintain the unique character of the Village of Honeoye Falls and enhance community identity. These standards are intended to achieve building treatments and modifications and encourage site design elements that are consistent with the traditional character of the Village.

The intent of this article is to improve resident quality of life and promote the Village as a civic space where people are attracted to work, shop and socialize. All nonresidential buildings and structures within the Village shall be designed to achieve the following objectives:

While these standards do not mandate or prohibit any particular architectural style, the community has expressed a preference for architectural styles that relate to the original architecture found in the Village core. New construction should strive to reinforce the coherence of the development area while harmonizing with existing historic character. This can best be achieved by varying the details from building to building while emulating the range of building types exemplified by the original structures and reinforced by these standards.

Applicants should refer to these standards as a source of inspiration, innovation, and distinctive solutions when undertaking changes, modifications, or adaptive reuse of buildings and properties.

The standards and guidelines contained within this article shall be applied to all nonresidential development and redevelopment occurring within the Village of Honeoye Falls, including multifamily dwellings.

The nonresidential design standards for the Village of Honeoye Falls are to be applied as part of site plan review (Article XVIII).

For the purposes of this article, the term "original structure" shall refer to all local landmarks and structures in the Honeoye Falls Historic District as listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NR #93NR00451).

Civic buildings are publicly and privately owned buildings that contain civic uses considered to support the common good. Civic uses may be educational, cultural, religious or governmental. Civic buildings often have a ceremonial quality and their design rarely fits into the norm of the typical commercial and residential structures that are regulated by this article. For this reason, new civic buildings may be granted waivers from the standards if deemed appropriate by the ZBA.

Where property within the Village is located within the Honeoye Falls Historic District, it is recommended that the property owner seek guidance from the NYS Historic Preservation Office to take advantage of rehabilitation tax credit programs.

The requirements of this article may be waived by the ZBA if sufficient evidence is provided by the applicant that:

It shall be a requirement of the review process that the applicant demonstrate their compliance with these standards and guidelines to the satisfaction of the ZBA.

The ZBA reserves the right to consult with any other board, committee, department, agency, and/or official it deems advisable for the purposes of design review and considerations.

The ZBA may engage the services of engineers, planners, architects, or other design professionals to aid in the consideration of all nonresidential development. The applicant shall reimburse all costs incurred for such professional services to the Village.

The following shall be provided in addition to the application requirements of site plan review:

The placement of buildings shall follow the minimum and maximum front yard requirements in Articles IV, V and VI of this chapter. Relief from this provision may be provided for historically appropriate architectural elements and pedestrian amenities, such as recessed entries or chamfered corners, as deemed appropriate by the ZBA.

The primary facade shall be oriented to the street, or at the same orientation as adjacent original structures.

Buildings situated at street corners shall "wrap" the corner by continuing certain facade elements (such as the cornice or horizontal accent bands) on all street elevations (see Figure 1).

All new buildings in the Central Business District with frontage along public streets shall have retail frontages along those streets. Retail uses are not required in such buildings, but the design of the building is required to be suitable for retail or other pedestrian-oriented uses.

All nonresidential development shall be of a similar height and massing to those of existing original structures in the district. There should be no abrupt changes in height from adjacent structures.

All nonresidential development within the Central Business District shall be at least two stories in height so as to achieve a strong visual "street edge."

A building frontage shall have a transition line. A transition line is a horizontal architectural element, such as a cornice, balcony or change in material, which spans the full width of the facade, and creates a distinction between the first and second stories. Transition lines shall be designed in proportion to the overall height and width of the proposed building and shall relate to adjacent original structures or buildings constructed in accordance with this article. The ZBA may waive this requirement for buildings without retail frontage.

A single, large, dominant building mass shall be avoided. No facade that faces a street shall have a blank, uninterrupted length exceeding 40 feet without including architectural features such as columns, ribs, pilasters, piers, or changes in plane, in texture or masonry pattern, or an equivalent element that subdivides the wall into pedestrian-scaled proportions (see Figure 2).

All buildings shall exhibit a clearly defined base, midsection, and crown. This can be accomplished using a combination of architectural details, materials, textures, and colors (see Figure 3).

Buildings which are "squat" in proportion or which have very strong horizontal elements that dominate the facade are discouraged.

The design of new structures should avoid mimicking the architectural style and appearance of original structures, but rather complement the design by utilizing similar massing, form, fenestration, and architectural design elements.

A building frontage shall have a roofline. A roofline is an architectural element, such as a cornice, parapet or change in material, which creates a distinction between the top of the building and the lower floors. Rooflines shall be designed in proportion to the overall height and width of the proposed building and, where practicable, shall relate to existing adjoining original structures or buildings constructed in accordance with this article.

Longer buildings shall provide fluctuations in the roofline which break up the long run of the facade and which attract attention to key places such as entryways.

Flat roofs shall slope to the back of the building to provide proper drainage and shall include a historically appropriate ornamental cornice.

Peaked or gable roofs shall have historically appropriate overhangs. The use of ornamental brackets is encouraged.

Eaves shall include design detail to add visual interest.

Air-handling equipment, antennas, satellite dishes and other mechanical equipment shall be placed or screened in such a manner so as not to be visible from the street.

Developers and builders are encouraged to utilize roofing materials that reflect sunlight (e.g., lighter colors) or incorporate vegetated roofing. Methods such as these decrease heating and cooling needs on a building by reflecting sunlight rather than absorbing it.

All façade elements.

First floor. Includes the area of facade below the transition line.

Upper floors. Includes all facade area above the transition line.

Primary entrances shall face the street and be so located to afford direct access from the sidewalk, where applicable.

Corner buildings may have two separate entry points or a single-entry point at the corner.

Doors that contain at least 30% transparent glass shall be used for any new and redeveloped nonresidential building entrances on the primary facade. Opaque doors may be used for access to upper floors.

Entrances for upper floors shall be distinguished from entrances for first-floor uses.

Storefront construction should be recessed enough at the point of entry to allow the door to swing out without obstructing the sidewalk.

Awnings and canopies shall be designed to fit the window, door, or storefront openings that they are intended to cover and shall not be placed in a manner that obstructs the view of facade design elements.

Building facades shall be constructed of durable materials such as brick, stone masonry, terra cotta, stucco, fiber cement (panels, siding and trim boards) or finishing wood.

Building materials, textures, and colors shall be compatible with adjacent original structures so as not to detract from existing historic character.

The use of stucco, vinyl siding, plastic panels, sheet metal, clear-coated aluminum, stainless steel, mirrored glass, plywood panels, concrete block, or smooth concrete is prohibited.

All brick, stone, concrete, or other masonry materials shall also match the size, color, and style of existing original masonry elements.

All wooden materials shall be finished using either stain or paint to match the color and style of existing original wooden elements.

All metal materials shall be finished and colored to match original structures.

Masonry that has not previously been painted shall not be painted unless deterioration has progressed so far that a protective surface coating is needed. In such cases, a breathable masonry paint or stain shall be used. Masonry that has previously been painted shall be repainted with a breathable masonry paint or restored to unpainted masonry.

If paint is to be removed from masonry surfaces, the gentlest effective paint removal method available shall be employed so as to avoid damage to historic masonry and mortar. Sandblasting and similar methods shall never be employed.

The use of alternative energy materials and systems, such as solar panels or shingles, is encouraged. Their installation shall be incorporated into the design of the building so as not to detract from the architectural style and detailing.

Each property shall be recognized as a product of its own time. Alterations that seek to create a false sense of historical development are discouraged.

Additions or alterations to structures shall be constructed in such a manner that, if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the structure and the site would be unimpaired.

Design elements on original structures shall not be altered or covered in a manner that would adversely impact the facade and architectural character of the structure.

Existing original structure architectural elements and features shall be retained to the greatest extent practicable. Removal of original elements must be approved by the ZBA.

Existing original structure architectural elements and features of buildings that are in need of repair or replacement shall be done so in kind by either reusing original materials or duplicating the design and materials of the original as closely as possible, unless otherwise permitted by the ZBA.

In the event that original structure architectural elements or features have previously been removed or altered from their original state, subsequent efforts to repair or replace these elements shall be done to return the structure to its original specifications as closely as possible.

Original structure window, storefront, and door openings shall not be reduced in size or covered.

Original structure window, storefront, and door openings that have been covered or filled in on a building facade shall be restored.

Lowered ceilings shall have a soffit at each window that allows retention of the full window height.

Similar building setback;

Similar building height;

Similar roof form; and

Similar exterior materials.

Purpose. Good outdoor lighting benefits everyone. It increases safety, promotes the Village's character, and enhances security. Improperly designed or installed lighting systems can result in excessive glare, light pollution, light trespass, and lead to higher energy costs. Excessive glare can be annoying and may cause safety problems. Light trespass reduces everyone's privacy. Light pollution reduces enjoyment of the night sky. Lighting systems that minimize glare and provide uniform lighting at lower illumination levels will result in pleasing environments that are safe and secure. There is a need for lighting regulations that recognize the benefits of good outdoor lighting and provides clear guidelines for its installation to allow the use of property without the interference of light.

Intent. The intent of this article is to eliminate problems created by improperly designed and installed outdoor lighting. It is intended to minimize glare and light trespass. All commercial, residential, and community exterior lighting systems shall be installed with the goal of being a "good neighbor," with no unnecessary light shining onto adjacent properties or streets. Appropriately regulated and properly installed outdoor lighting will contribute to the safety and welfare of the residents of the Village of Honeoye Falls and complement the Village's character.

Outdoor illuminating systems shall be designed and installed in conformance with the latest provisions of this article, New York State Building Code, National Electrical Code, and Village of Honeoye Falls Code, as applicable.

All existing outdoor lighting systems that do not comply with the requirements of this article that were lawfully installed and operable prior to the effective date of this article shall be considered a preexisting nonconforming outdoor lighting system. Preexisting nonconforming outdoor lighting systems shall be permitted to remain in their current state without any change whatsoever. It is the intent of this provision to allow the continued use and reuse of properties with preexisting nonconforming outdoor lighting systems without mandating full compliance with the provisions of this article.

Any change to a preexisting nonconforming outdoor light's luminaire type, lamp type, whole or partial fixture replacement or any structural alteration shall require the entire fixture to conform to all applicable requirements of this article.

Any change in use to an existing property that includes renovations, alterations, additions or other modifications or improvements to the existing building and related site and cumulative modifications completed within a two-year period whose construction value exceeds 50% of the replacement value of the existing building and site improvements shall require all existing outdoor lighting systems to be replaced or modified as required to fully comply with all applicable requirements of this article.

All existing outdoor lighting at single- and two-family dwellings shall be exempt from this article. All new outdoor lighting and modifications to existing lighting systems at single- and two-family dwellings shall comply with all applicable requirements of this article.

Incandescent luminaires with lamp wattage of 100 watts or less are exempt from this article.

The maximum height of any luminaire shall not exceed 20 feet above grade level.

The maximum candela value of all exterior luminaires shall fall within the property line.

Any luminaire facing a neighboring property shall be shielded to keep direct glare from said property.

The use of IESNA-designated full cutoff luminaires is required for lamp packages with more than 3,500 initial lumens and shielding shall be provided for all luminaires with lamps having more than 1,000 initial lumens.

Any luminaire within a distance of 2.5 times the mounting height from the property boundary shall have full shielding.

The maximum illuminance levels for outdoor lighting systems, when measured on a vertical plane at five feet six inches above grade level at the property boundary, for the Village zoning districts shall be as set forth below:

The color temperature of lamps used in outdoor illumination shall be equal to 3,900K or less.

All exterior lighting shall contain automatic lighting controls to turn off or reduce the illuminance level of lighting for all nonresidential structures or uses.

The maximum average horizontal illuminance measured at ground level and maximum average to minimum uniformity ratios in the Village zoning districts shall be as follows:

Required contents. The applicant for any permit required by any provision of the laws of the Village of Honeoye Falls in connection with proposed work involving outdoor luminaires shall submit evidence that the proposed work will comply with this article. The lighting plan shall contain but shall not necessarily be limited to the following:

Additional requirements. The ZBA may require additional documentation to ensure that the plans comply with the provisions of this article.

Subdivision certification. If any subdivision proposes to have installed street or other common or public area outdoor luminaries, the final plat shall contain a statement certifying that the applicable provisions of this article are adhered to.

Lamp or fixture substitution. Should any luminaires or the type of light source therein be changed after the permit has been issued, a change request must be submitted to the ZBA for its approval, together with adequate information to assure compliance with this article, which must be received prior to substitution.

Recreational facilities. Any light source permitted by this article may be used for lighting of outdoor recreational facilities (public or private), such as, but not limited to, football fields, soccer fields, baseball fields, softball fields, tennis courts or show areas, provided all of the following conditions are met:

Outdoor display. Any luminaires permitted by this article may be used for lighting of outdoor display which are permitted by the Village Code such as, but not limited to, automobile sales or rental, recreational vehicle sales, or building material sales, provided all of the following conditions are met:

Service stations. The maximum average horizontal illumination level, measured at ground level, for lighting systems for automobile service stations, including fuel dispensing areas, shall not exceed five footcandles. All canopy-mounted luminaires at the fuel dispensing area shall be turned off at 11:00 p.m.

Security lighting. Any lighting used after 11:00 p.m. shall be used as security lighting and the maximum illumination level shall not exceed 0.2 footcandle when measured on a vertical plane five feet six inches above grade level at the property boundary.

Any person may submit a written request to the ZBA demonstrating a need for a temporary exemption from the provisions of this article. A temporary exemption request shall contain the following information:

ZBA response. The ZBA shall have 30 business days from the date of submission of a request for temporary exemption to act. If approved, the exemption shall be valid for a period not greater than 30 days. An approval may be renewed, upon written request, for one additional period not greater than 30 days. The ZBA may grant only one temporary permit and one renewal within any twelve-month period.

Holiday lighting. Luminaires used for holiday decorations are exempt from the requirements of this article.

State and federal facilities. Outdoor light fixtures installed on, and in connection with, those facilities and land owned or operated by the federal government or the State of New York, or any department, division, agency or instrumentality thereof, are exempt from all requirements of this article. Voluntary compliance with the intent of this article at those facilities is encouraged.

Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish standards for the fabrication, erection, and use of signs, symbols, markings, and advertising devices within the Village. These standards are designed to protect and promote the public welfare, health and safety of the public and to aid in the development and promotion of business, industry, and community by providing sign regulations which encourage aesthetic creativity, effectiveness and flexibility in the design and use of such devices without creating detriment to the general public.

Intent. The intent of this article is to achieve the following objectives:

The regulations of this article shall govern and control the erection, enlargement, expansion, renovation, operation, maintenance, relocation and removal of all signs within the Village visible from any street, sidewalk, public right-of-way, or public space.

The provisions of this article shall not apply to safety signs, road signs, historical markers, or highway directional signs erected by municipal or public agencies.

This article shall in no event be construed to prohibit the temporary decoration of premises in any district during religious, patriotic or holiday seasons in a customary manner.

If any portion of this article is found to be in conflict with any other provision of any zoning, building, fire safety or health law of the Village or other local or state agency, the provision which establishes the higher standard shall prevail.

Permit required. Except as hereinafter provided, no person shall erect, alter, construct, relocate or cause to be erected, altered, constructed or relocated any sign without first having obtained a sign permit from the CEO or their designee.

Permit exceptions. The following actions shall not require the issuance of a sign permit, provided such maintenance, changes, or alterations do not in any way alter the physical size, design, or nature of the sign:

Alteration. Any sign for which a permit has been issued shall not be modified, relocated, altered, or replaced, unless an amended or new sign permit is obtained from the CEO.

Expiration. A sign permit shall expire if the sign for which the permit has been issued is not fully constructed within 180 days from the date of issuance of the sign permit. The CEO may grant an extension, provided the applicant submits a written request with sufficient reason for the delay in construction.

Revocation. The CEO, at any time for a violation of this article, may issue a notice of violation. A written notice of the violation including all reasons for the violation shall be mailed to the property, building, and/or sign owner. Said violation must be corrected within 30 days of the date of notice, otherwise the sign permit shall be revoked and the sign in question shall be required to be removed.

Application submittal.

Application requirements. The following shall be provided in all sign permit applications. The CEO may require application materials to be prepared by a licensed engineer or sign professional if deemed necessary for adequate review of the proposed sign.

Fees. A schedule of fees for sign permits may be established and amended from time to time by the Village of Honeoye Falls Board of Trustees.

Administrative review procedures.

ZBA referral.

Site plan or special permit review. Developments subject to review and approval under this chapter may have proposed signage reviewed and approved as part of the special permit or site plan review process. In the event of such review, all required sign permit application materials shall be provided as part of the special permit or site plan application.

Appeals. Any person aggrieved by a decision for a sign permit by the CEO or their designee may submit an appeal to the Village of Honeoye Falls Zoning Board of Appeals. Such appeal must be made within 30 days of the date of decision.

Area of signs.

Height of signs.

No sign shall be erected, constructed, or maintained so as to obstruct free egress from a window, door or fire escape, to interfere with any opening required for ventilation, or to become a menace to life, health or property.

No sign shall be erected at or near any intersection of streets, alleys, or railways in a manner that obstructs free and clear vision for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists.

No sign shall be of a shape, color, or design that may be confused with any federal, state, or locally authorized traffic control sign or device.

No rotating beam, beacon, or flashing illumination shall be used with any sign.

Signs shall maintain clearance from high-voltage power lines.

The erection of any sign and its supports, including any wiring and/or electrical components utilized therein, shall be consistent with the requirements of the NYS Uniform Code and National Electrical Code, as applicable.

The erection of any sign, its supports, wiring, or other structural and/or electrical elements may be subject to inspection and approval by the Village CEO or their designee.

No sign may be posted on public property or within a public right-of-way unless otherwise provided for by this article or approved by the Village Board.

No sign may be affixed to any tree, shrub, rock, or other natural object.

No sign shall cover or cause the removal of architectural details such as, but not limited to, arches, sills, moldings, cornices, and transom windows.

All signs shall be located on the site being promoted, identified, advertised, or otherwise associated with the message of the sign.

All signs shall maintain a setback of at least six feet from all property lines, unless otherwise noted within this article.

No signage shall be permitted over three feet in height within the sight triangle of any intersection or driveway. The sight triangle shall have dimensions of six feet from the intersection of the right-of-way or property lines at such corner or driveway. See Figure 5.

All signs shall be constructed of permanent, weather resistant, and durable materials, except for banners, flags, temporary signs, and window signs otherwise in conformance with this article.

Where applicable, signs shall be supported by structures that are designed to resist wind pressures, dead loads, and lateral loads in accordance with the appropriate provisions of the NYS Uniform Code. Sign support structures may be subject to review and approval by the Village CEO or their designee.

No sign may be constructed of untreated, unfinished, or unpainted wood, or sandblasted metal. All wood components of signs must be sealed and protected from the elements.

DayGlo^™ and fluorescent colors are prohibited. Signs are encouraged to utilize light-colored lettering on dark backgrounds to maximize legibility and use no more than three colors to reduce visual clutter.

In no event shall any illuminated sign or lighting device be placed so as to permit the beams and illumination therefrom to be directed upon a public street, highway, sidewalk or adjacent premises so as to cause glare or reflection that may constitute a traffic hazard or nuisance.

All lighting fixtures shall be shielded and directed so as not to cast an illumination of more than two footcandles on adjacent nonresidential properties or more than 0.1 footcandle on adjacent residential properties.

Intermittent illumination or illumination which involves movement, or causes the illusion of movement resulting from the arrangement of lighting, is prohibited.

The use of internal illumination or channel lettering shall be prohibited. Reverse channel lettering may be utilized as permitted by this article for certain sign types and districts.

External lighting fixtures for freestanding signs may be mounted on the ground or on the sign, but shall be so directed and shielded to illuminate the sign face only.

Overhead wires or exposed wires on a sign or its supporting structure are prohibited.

Any sign for which no sign permit was issued, for which a sign permit was revoked, or any other sign not explicitly authorized herein.

Any sign that is not properly maintained, considered structurally unsound, hazardous, or otherwise unsafe.

Any sign placed on a curb, sidewalk, hydrant, utility pole, tree or other object located on or over any public street unless otherwise permitted by this article.

Any sign that advertises an activity, business, product or service no longer conducted or available on the premises on which the sign is located.

Any sign that is located off-premises from the use and/or structure to which it serves, unless otherwise permitted by this article.

Any sign that contains words or pictures of an obscene or pornographic nature.

Any sign that emits audible sounds, odor, or visible matter.

Any sign that may be confused with a traffic control sign, signal or device or the light of an emergency or road equipment vehicle or any sign which hides from public view any traffic or street sign, signal, or device.

Any sign that flashes, blinks, rotates, or revolves, or utilizes unshielded lighting devices, mirrors, or reflective material.

Any internally illuminated sign, except signs utilizing reverse channel lettering.

Any sign that is mounted on wheels or mounted on any structure on wheels.

Any sign that is painted directly on a wall, fence, or other structure.

Any sign erected upon or projecting above the roof of a structure.

Any banner, poster, pennant, ribbon, streamer, spinner, or balloon, unless such material is utilized as temporary signage subject to the regulations of § 190-130G.

Directional signs. Signs that provide direction to pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorists shall not require a sign permit, provided the following conditions are met. Such signs may include but are not limited to signs providing direction to parking, restrooms, walkways, entrances, or exits.

Gasoline pump signs. Signs attached to a gasoline pump shall not require a permit, provided they do not exceed six square feet in area and are not illuminated.

Governmental signs. Any official sign, public notice, or warning sign supported by federal, state or local law, including but not limited to signs erected and maintained pursuant to and in discharge of any government functions. (Example: NYS inspection station or authorized repair shop identification.) There are no size requirements or time limits for governmental signs.

Internal signs. Signs within a building or structure not legible from the public right-of-way or adjacent lots, or any sign within an enclosed outdoor space, such as an athletic field, where such sign is intended only to be seen from within the enclosed space and is so oriented.

Lawn signs. Lawn signs shall be allowed on any lot without a permit, provided it is in conformance with the following:

Neon signs. Neon signs are permitted in nonresidential districts, provided they conform to the following:

Noncommercial signs. Any sign that does not contain a commercial message shall not require the issuance of a sign permit, provided such sign is in conformance with the following:

Sandwich board signs. Sandwich board signs shall not require a permit, provided the following conditions are met:

The following table indicates the number and types of signs permitted in the Village of Honeoye Falls zoning districts, as established by this chapter.

The following table indicates the permitted number of signs and sign types for certain development and building configurations. Unless noted as additional signage, these regulations supersede that of the previous Subsection A, regardless of zoning district.

Awning sign: a sign that is part of or attached to a roof-like protective cover of canvas or other flexible material over a door, entrance, window or outdoor service area that projects from the facade of a structure.

Ground sign: a sign not attached to any building or structure, which may be supported by one or two columns or posts, provided the distance between the ground and bottommost edge of the sign is no greater than three feet.

Pole sign: a sign not attached to any building or structure supported by one or two columns or posts with a distance exceeding three feet between the ground and the bottommost edge of the sign.

Projecting or suspended sign:

Wall sign: a sign fastened to the wall of a building or structure in such a manner that the wall becomes the supporting structure for or forms the background surface of the sign and which does not project outward more than six inches from such building or structure.

Window sign: a sign visible from a sidewalk, street or other public place, painted or affixed on glass or other window material, or located inside within three feet of the window, but shall not include graphics in connection with customary window display of products.

Temporary sign: a sign which is not intended to be used for a period of time exceeding 30 days and is not attached to a building, structure, or ground in a permanent manner; such signs usually being constructed of poster board, cardboard, masonite, plywood, or plastic material and mounted to wood, metal, wire or rope frames or supports.

Digital sign: a sign that utilizes computer-generated messages or some other electronic means of changing copy. These signs may include displays using incandescent lamps, LEDs, LCDs or a flipper matrix.

All signs shall be maintained in safe and good structural condition, in compliance with all applicable building and electrical codes, and in conformance with this article at all times.

Such maintenance includes replacement of all defective bulbs, parts, materials, painting, repainting, cleaning, replacement of lettering, and other acts required for maintenance of such sign. If any sign does not comply with these standards, the CEO may require its removal.

Where required by this article, the removal of signs shall be the sole responsibility of the owner of the property upon which the sign is located.

Signs requiring removal in accordance with this article shall be removed within 30 days of the date of written notice by the CEO. Failure to remove such signs upon notice hereby authorizes the CEO or their designee to effect their removal.

The CEO may remove any sign that is found to be in violation of this article. The property owner shall subsequently be given written notice of such removal. If the sign is not claimed within 30 days of the written notice, it may be recovered by the owner upon paying the Village for cost of removal and storage and upon payment of any imposed fine. If not recovered within the thirty-day period, the sign or sign structure is hereby declared abandoned and title thereto shall be vested in the Village for disposal.

Any costs incurred by the Village for the removal of a sign shall be fully reimbursed to the Village of Honeoye Falls by the owner of the property upon which the sign is located. Such costs may be assessed to the property for collection by the Village.

Other than sign maintenance, a sign which does not conform to the sign law shall not be replaced, reconstructed, remodeled, relocated or changed in size unless such action will make the sign conforming in all respects to this article.

Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent or discourage repair and maintenance of a nonconforming sign, including sign maintenance, repainting and replacement of broken or deteriorated parts of the sign itself. Supporting structures of nonconforming signs shall not be replaced, unless such replacement will make the sign and sign structure conforming in all respects to this article.

A nonconforming sign or sign structure which is destroyed or damaged by any casualty may be restored within six months after such destruction or damage only after the owner has shown that the damage did not exceed 50% of the appraised value of the sign. If such sign or sign structure is destroyed or damaged to an extent exceeding 50% of the appraised value of the sign, it shall be removed and shall not be reconstructed or replaced unless such action makes the sign and sign structure conforming in all respects to said sign law.

Violation of any provision of this article or any lawful order of the CEO or their designee shall be subject to a fine of not more than $250 per offense. Each day that such violation continues shall constitute a separate offense. A second violation will result in a fine of $500 per offense. A third violation will result in a fine of $1,000 per offense.

In the event that the Village Board makes a determination that the property and/or sign owner in violation is actively working with the Village to remedy any and all offenses and has an identified action plan, the Village Board may waive the consideration of each day as a separate offense.