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Beginning on the east at the intersection of Loudoun and Market Streets and running northeast parallel to Church Street to the intersection of a line in projection of North Street; thence northwest in a straight line to and along North Street to the intersection of Church Street; thence northeast in a straight line parallel to King Street to the intersection of a line in projection of Union Street; thence in a straight line northwest to and along Union Street to the intersection of a line in extension of Liberty Street; thence southwest in a straight line to the intersection of Liberty and North Streets; thence northwest in a straight line in extension of North Street until intersecting a line in projection of Ayr Street; thence southwest to and along Ayr Street to a point on the east right-of-way of Dry Mill Road; thence right along the curb of said right-of-way having a radius of 225.43 feet to the center of the Town Branch; thence along the Town Branch S 41o 10' 41” E to the projection of Ayr Street, thence southwest along the projection of Ayr Street 100 feet; thence in a straight line in extension of South Street southeast to Town Branch; thence S 36o 10' 42” E along Town Branch to the Washington and Old Dominion Trail; thence paralleling the trail and Town Branch 594.12 feet along a curve to the right having a radius of 3646.36 feet to the extension of the western right-of-way of Liberty Street; thence N 22o 45' 00” E to the intersection of a projection of South Street; thence in a straight line in extension of South Street southeast to a point 200 feet west of King Street, still on an extension of South Street; thence in a straight line southwest parallel to King Street to a point 500 feet south of the railroad; thence east across King Street in a straight line parallel to South Street for 1700 feet; thence northeast in a straight line parallel to King Street to the intersection of Loudoun and Market Streets, to also include properties at 406 through 418 South King Street and 420, 422, 423, 424 and 426 through 432 South King Street; 216 and 226 Edwards Ferry Road ; 305 through 430 West Market Street; 6 Wilson Avenue, N.W., 10, 14, 18 and 102 Morven Park Road, N.W. and 9 and 21 Ayr Street, N.W. and 302-334 Loudoun Street, S.W. (inclusive of even numbered addresses only), 106 Morven Park Road, N.W., 380 Rock Spring Drive, S.W., 329 Loudoun Street, S.W., the 8.05-acre Allman tract on South King Street, Dodona Manor at 217 Edwards Ferry Road, N.E., the 16.24-acre Paxton Property (Carlheim) at 420 Wildman Street, N.E., the 12.65-acre portion of the Rogers Farm Property at 440 Dry Mill Road, S.E., and the 0.84 acre property at 20 Union Street NW.

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1. A.
   Site Improvements.  Including but not limited to removal, enlargement, or reconstruction of: driveways, walkways, and other paving; lampposts and landscape lighting; fences and walls; gazebos and pergolas.  Not to include plant materials or installation of movable, non-permanent play equipment.
2. B.
   Exterior Modification of Existing Buildings and Structures.  Including, but not limited to: the installation of a seasonal weather enclosure; any attachment of a shade structure to a principal building; the removal, replacement, or addition of windows, doors, and chimneys; the alteration of porches and decks; the alteration or addition of commercial storefronts on existing buildings and changes to exterior paint and color.  Exterior paint and color shall not include painted murals as reviewed by the Leesburg Commission on Public Art under the Public Art Policy in accordance with the Leesburg Public Art Guidelines. Not to include routine maintenance as defined in Sec. 7.5.9.A Routine Maintenance Exclusion.
3. C.
   Additions to Existing Buildings and Structures.  Including, but not limited to:  the construction of new porches and decks; the expansion of the square footage so that it increases the height or the footprint of the existing structure. 
4. D.
   New Construction.
5. E.
   Demolition and Relocation of Existing Buildings and Structures, in whole or in part.
6. F.
   Signs. In accordance with Section 15.9
7. G.
   Exemptions. The following structures are exempt from review by the Board of Architectural Review and the requirement for a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA):

   1. 1.
      Platform Deck: An at grade platform deck not exceeding twelve (12) inches in height, no less than two (2) feet from the side and rear property lines, not exceeding two hundred (200) square feet in area, without footers for support but supported by the ground only and located in the rear yard only.
   2. 2.
      Shade Structure, Unattached: As defined in Article 18, and pursuant to the performance criteria in Section 9.5.4.
   3. 3.
      Tent: As defined in Article 18, and pursuant to the performance criteria in Section 9.5.4.
8. H.
   General Concept Plans. An applicant for Certificate of Appropriateness may submit a general concept plan to the Board of Architectural Review to seek guidance for the conceptual appearance of a proposed project regarding adopted design guidelines and other requirements under the Board’s purview. An application for review of a general concept plan shall show information that communicates; (a) height; (b) massing; (c) fenestration; (d) roof form; (e) primary exterior materials; (f) façade orientation; and (g) building footprint along with placement and position on the associated land parcel. Such application shall include any proposed demolition, as applicable to the project, but does not need to meet other application requirements outlined in Section 3.10.2, Required Contents of Applications.

   An application for review of a general concept plan shall not be bound by the 75-day review requirement outlined in 3.10.5 Review of Plans in a Timely Manner, and may be continued to future Board meetings to allow the applicant opportunity to address Board comments and concerns.

   In response to an application for review of a general concept plan, the Board of Architectural Review may address the conceptual appearance of a proposed project as it relates to conformance with established design guidelines and other requirements by adopting a resolution by majority vote of the members present at the time of review. This resolution may include endorsement of the conceptual appearance of all or a specified portion of the project and guidance to the applicant on necessary changes to the appearance in order to conform to established design guidelines and other requirements. The applicant may revise the general concept plan based upon comments received from the Board and resubmit the application.

   A resolution endorsing a general concept plan adopted by the Board shall not constitute final approval. A Certificate of Appropriateness application consistent with the requirements outlined in Section 3.10 and Section 7.5 reviewed and approved by the Board shall be required for final approval of a project.

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1. A.
   Building and Site Enhancements. The Preservation Planner shall have the authority to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for alterations to existing or installation of:

   1. 1.
      New lampposts or light fixtures
   2. 2.
      Fences
   3. 3.
      Driveways
   4. 4.
      Walkways
   5. 5.
      In-ground pools in the rear yard
   6. 6.
      Patios less than 250 square feet when they are located in the rear yard
   7. 7.
      Retaining, seating, or landscape walls of not more than 24 inches in height provided that they are not attached to a primary structure
   8. 8.
      Trash enclosures
   9. 9.
      Pergolas (or similar unenclosed garden structures) in the rear yard
   10. 10.
       Mechanical screening, such as vents, measuring less than 1 cubic foot that match the surrounding material in color
   11. 11.
       Changes in existing exterior color schemes
   12. 12.
       Bollards and other traffic control structures outside the right-of-way
   13. 13.
       Small cell installations which are located on existing poles within the right-of-way and are designed in accordance with the adopted franchise agreement
   14. 14.
       Accessory structures of less than 100 square feet located in the rear yard, less than 15’ to the peak of the roof in height, not on a permanent foundation and not to exceed one such structure.
2. B.
   Signs. The Preservation Planner shall have authority to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for applications that request approval for signs that conform to the criteria established in the Old and Historic District Sign Guidelines in the section titled “Administrative Approval Criteria for Signs in the Old and Historic District”.
3. C.
   Modifications to Existing Structures. The Preservation Planner shall have the authority to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for the following modifications to existing structures:

   1. 1.
      Contributing Structures. The term “contributing” shall mean helping, assisting, or adding to the historical integrity, historic architectural qualities, or archaeological qualities of the subject Historic District and/or the said Historic District’s historic associations;

      1. a.
         Like-kind replacement of roof materials, siding, trim, railings, gutters, or downspouts, porch flooring or stair risers/treads but not porch railings, columns or posts
      2. b.
         Installation or removal of storm windows and doors
      3. c.
         Removal, replacement or installation of shutters
      4. d.
         Installation of HVAC units and associated support structures or other utility-related improvements
      5. e.
         Removal of non-contributing material and the necessary repair/maintenance following such removal
      6. f.
         Minor alterations or installations of architectural details including:

         1. i.
            Handrails but not guardrails or porch railings or balustrades
         2. ii.
            Lattice
         3. iii.
            Decorative trim such as modillions, corbels or similar
      7. g.
         Removal or recovering of awnings.
   2. 2.
      Noncontributing Structures. The term “non-contributing” shall mean not helping, not assisting, nor adding to the historical integrity, historic architectural qualities, or archaeological qualities of the subject Historic District and/or the said Historic District’s historic associations.

      1. a.
         Like-kind replacement of siding, trim, porch flooring or stair risers/treads, porch posts or railings
      2. b.
         Gutters (including changes in gutter style or material when the new proposal is equally or more consistent with the Guidelines that the current)
      3. c.
         Roofing (including changes in roofing material when the new material is equally consistent or more consistent with the Guidelines than the current sheathing)
      4. d.
         Exterior doors
      5. e.
         Installation or removal of storm windows and doors
      6. f.
         Removal, replacement or installation of shutters
      7. g.
         Installation of HVAC units and associated support structures or other utility-related improvements
      8. h.
         Minor alterations or installations of architectural details including:

         1. i.
            Handrails but not guardrails or porch railings or balustrades
         2. ii.
            Lattice
         3. iii.
            Decorative trim such as modillions, corbels or similar
      9. i.
         Removal or recovering of awnings
      10. j.
          Demolition of non-contributing accessory structures
4. D.
   Change of Plans after Issuance of Permit. Any change in the approved plans subsequent to the issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness shall be promptly submitted to the Preservation Planner prior to construction of the modified feature. The Preservation Planner may administratively approve minor alterations after the issuance of a COA provided that the following types of changes are in substantial conformance with the approved COA:

   1. 1.
      Change in the color(s) selected for a project
   2. 2.
      Change in the profile of door and window moldings
   3. 3.
      Change in the type of siding used in a small area
   4. 4.
      Repositioning, or enlargement/reduction in the size of a non-historic doorway or window opening, on an accessory structure or on the rear of a primary structure
   5. 5.
      Change in roof material as long as historic roof materials are not removed
   6. 6.
      Repositioning, or changes in balustrade (guardrail), railings (including handrails), corbels or other decorative porch ornamentation,
   7. 7.
      Enlargement/reduction no greater than 10% in the size of a porch or outdoor staircase on an accessory structure or on the rear of a primary structure
   8. 8.
      Other minor alterations determined by the Preservation Planner which do not negatively affect the size, scale, massing, or character of the structure.

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1. A.
   Preliminary Research. The Board of Architectural Review shall undertake to establish and maintain a list of structures, sites and areas having historical, architectural or aesthetic interest or value.
2. B.
   Recommendation of Historic Districts and Landmarks. The Board of Architectural Review may recommend to the Town Council the initiation of a Zoning Ordinance amendment to designate landmarks and historic districts from the list established under Sec. 7.5.10.A for preservation and protection.

   1. 1.
      Criteria for Selection. When applying for nomination as a Local Historic District or Local Historic Landmark, the applicant shall supply documents or other evidence showing that the property(s) or structure(s) under consideration meets one or more of the following criteria defining Local Historic Districts or Local Historic Landmarks:

      1. a.
         Its character, interest or value as part of the historic development, heritage, or cultural characteristics of the community, county, state or country; or
      2. b.
         Its location as a site of a historically significant local, county, state or national event; or
      3. c.
         Its identification with a person or persons or entities who significantly contributed to the historic development of the community, county, state or country; or
      4. d.
         Its embodiment of distinguishing characteristics of a historic architectural style valuable for the study of a period, type, method of construction, or use of materials; or
      5. e.
         Its identification as the work of a master builder, designer, architect or landscape architect whose individual work has influenced the historic development of the community, county, state or country; or
      6. f.
         Its embodiment of elements of design, detailing, materials or craftsmanship that render it significant to the architectural heritage of the community; or
      7. g.
         Its character as a particularly fine or unique example of an historic utilitarian structure, including, but not limited to, farmhouses, gas stations or other commercial structures, with a high level of integrity or architectural significance; or
      8. h.
         It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and/or the Virginia Landmarks Program.
   2. 2.
      Application for Designation. Designations may be initiated by resolution of the Town Council upon recommendation of the Board of Architectural Review or on the application of the owner(s) of the property to be designated or their authorized agents, or on the application of any historic, civic or professional society or organization with a recognized interest in historic preservation. When the application has not been made by the owner, the owner shall be given written notice of the designation under consideration.
   3. 3.
      Moratorium on Alteration or Demolition While Designation Pending. No applications for a zoning permit to construct, alter or demolish any structure or other feature on a landmark site or in a historic district, filed subsequent to the day that an application has been filed or a resolution adopted to initiate designation of the said landmark site or historic district, shall be approved by the Zoning Administrator while proceedings are pending on such designation; provided, however, that after ninety (90) days have elapsed from the date of initiation of said designation, if final action on such designation has not been completed, the permit application may be approved.

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1. A.
   Whether or not the proposed external architectural features, represented by the general design and arrangement, texture, color, line, mass, dimension, material and lighting reflect desirable design for the Town of Leesburg.
2. B.
   Whether or not the proposed structure, building or improvement is compatible with well-designed structures, acceptable to the Board of Architectural Review in the vicinity of the proposed structure.
3. C.
   Whether or not proposed freestanding buildings use the same or architecturally harmonious materials, color, texture and treatment for all exterior walls; and in the case of partially freestanding buildings, whether or not the same or architecturally harmonious materials, color, texture and treatment are used on all portions of all exterior walls.
4. D.
   Whether or not the combination of architectural elements proposed for a structure, building or improvement, in terms of design, line, mass, dimension, color, material, texture, lighting, landscaping, roof line and height conform to accepted architectural principles for permanent buildings reflecting the character of Leesburg, as contrasted with engineering standards designed to satisfy safety requirements only.
5. E.
   Whether or not the proposed structure, building or improvement, in terms of design, material, texture, color, lighting, landscaping, dimension, line, mass roof line and height, is designed to serve primarily as an advertisement or commercial display, exhibits exterior characteristics likely to deteriorate rapidly, would be of temporary or short-term architectural or aesthetic acceptability, or would otherwise constitute a reasonable foreseeable detriment to the attractiveness and stability of the town's historic arterial corridors.

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An application for review of a general concept plan shall not be bound by the 75-day review requirement outlined in 3.11.8, Review of Plans in a Timely Manner, and may be continued by mutual agreement of the applicant and Board to a future meeting to allow the applicant opportunity to address Board comments and concerns.

In Response to an application for review of a general concept plan, the Board of Architectural Review may address the conceptual appearance of a proposed project as it relates to conformance with established design guidelines and other requirements by adopting a resolution by majority vote of the members present at the time of the review. This resolution may address the conceptual appearance of all or a specified portion of the project and provide guidance to the applicant on necessary changes to the conceptual appearance in order to conform to established design guidelines and other requirements. The applicant may revise the general concept plan based upon comments received from the Board and resubmit the application for further review.

A resolution addressing the conceptual appearance of a proposed project adopted by the Board of Architectural Review shall not constitute approval. A Certificate of Approval application consistent with the requirements outlined in Section 3.11 and Section 7.6 reviewed and approved by the Board shall be required for final approval of a project.

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1. A.
   That it is necessary in the interest of the public health, safety, and general welfare, to prevent obstructions that are hazards to air navigation;
2. B.
   That it is necessary in the interest of the public health, safety, and general welfare, to avoid noise-related problems associated with aircraft using the Leesburg Executive Airport;
3. C.
   That the creation or establishment of an obstruction has the potential for being a public nuisance and may injure the area served by the airport; and
4. D.
   That the Town of Leesburg derives economic development and enhanced interstate commerce from the Leesburg Executive Airport which are held strictly to the highest possible safety standards.

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1. A.
   “Administrator” The Town of Leesburg's Zoning Administrator.
2. B.
   “Airport” Leesburg Executive Airport.
3. C.
   “Airport Elevation” The highest point on any usable landing surface expressed in feet above mean sea level.
4. D.
   “Approach Surface” A surface longitudinally centered on the extended runway centerline, extending outward and upward from the end of the primary surface, and at the same slope as the approach zone height limitation slope set forth in Sec. 7.7.5. In the Airport Safety Zone Map, the perimeter of the approach surface coincides with the perimeter of the approach zone.
5. E.
   “Approach, Transitional, Horizontal, and Conical Zones” The airspace zones as set forth in Sec. 7.7.4.
6. F.
   “Board of Zoning Appeals” Refers to the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Town of Leesburg.
7. G.
   “Conical Surface” A surface extending horizontally twenty feet for every foot vertically from the periphery of the horizontal surface.
8. H.
   “Hazard to Air Navigation” An obstruction determined by the Virginia Department of Aviation or the Federal Aviation Administration to have substantial adverse effect on the safe and efficient utilization of navigable airspace in the Commonwealth.
9. I.
   “Height” For the purpose of determining the height limits in all zones set forth in this Zoning Ordinance and shown on the Airport Safety District Map, the datum shall be mean sea level (M.S.L.) elevation unless otherwise specified.
10. J.
    “Horizontal Surface” A horizontal plane 150 feet above the established airport elevation, the perimeter of which in plan coincides with the perimeter of the horizontal zone.
11. K.
    “Ldn” The symbol for “yearly day-night average sound level”, which means the average daily sound level (based on a 365-day average), in decibels, for the period from midnight to midnight, obtained after the addition of ten decibels to sound levels for the periods between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m., local time.
12. L.
    “45 db(A) Ldn” The symbol for the required level of noise attenuation in residential structures constructed within the area between airport noise contour 60 and airport noise contour 65, meaning a required yearly interior day-night average sound level of 45 decibels or less.
13. M.
    “Leesburg Airport Commission” An advisory commission appointed by the Leesburg Town Council whose responsibilities include, but are not limited to land acquisition, construction, improvement, maintenance and operation of the Leesburg Executive Airport.
14. N.
    “Nonconforming Use” Any existing or new structure or object of natural growth which is inconsistent with the provisions of this Zoning Ordinance or any amendment to this Zoning Ordinance.
15. O.
    “Obstruction” Any structure, growth, or other object, including a mobile object, which exceeds a limiting height, or penetrates any surface or zone floor, set forth in Sec. 7.7.5.
16. P.
    “Person” Any individual, firm, partnership, corporation, company, association, joint stock association, or governmental entity. The term includes a trustee, a receiver, an assignee, or a similar representative of any of them.
17. Q.
    “Primary Surface” A surface, with a specified width as provided in Sec. 7.7.4, longitudinally centered on a runway. When the runway has a specifically prepared hard surface, the primary surface extends 200 feet beyond each end of that runway. The elevation of any point on the primary surface is the same as the elevation of the nearest point on the runway centerline.
18. R.
    “Runway” A specified area on an airport prepared for landing and takeoff of aircraft.
19. S.
    “Structure” Any object, including a mobile object, constructed or installed by any person, including but not limited to buildings, towers, cranes, smokestacks, earth formations, towers, poles and electric lines of overhead transmission routes, flag poles, and ship masts.
20. T.
    “Transitional Surfaces” Surfaces which extend outward perpendicular to the runway centerline extended at a slope of seven feet horizontally for each foot vertically from the sides of the primary and approach surfaces to where they intersect the horizontal and conical surfaces.
21. U.
    “Vegetation” Any object of natural and/or planted growth.
22. V.
    “Zone” All areas provided for in Sec. 7.7.4, generally described in three dimensions by reference to ground elevation, vertical distances from the ground elevation, horizontal distances from the runway centerline and the primary and horizontal surfaces, with the zone floor set at specific vertical limits by the surfaces found in Sec. 7.7.5.
23. W.
    “Zoning Permit” A document issued by Town of Leesburg allowing an activity that may result in structures or vegetation which exceed the height limitations provided for in this Zoning Ordinance.

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1. A.
   “Airport Zone” A zone that is centered about the runway and primary surface, with the floor set by the horizontal surface.
2. B.
   “Approach Zone” A zone that extends away from the runway ends along the extended runway centerline, with the floor set by the approach surfaces.
3. C.
   “Transitional Zone” A zone that fans away perpendicular to the runway centerline and approach surfaces, with the floor set by the transitional surfaces.
4. D.
   “Conical Zone” A zone that circles around the periphery of and outward from the horizontal surface, with the floor set by the conical surface.

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1. A.
   Create electrical interference with navigational signals or radio communication between the airport and airborne aircraft;
2. B.
   Diminish the ability of pilots to distinguish between airport lights and other lights;
3. C.
   Result in glare in the eyes of pilots using the airport;
4. D.
   Impair visibility in the vicinity of the airport;
5. E.
   Create the potential for bird strike hazards; or
6. F.
   Otherwise in any way endanger or interfere with the landing, takeoff, or maneuvering of aircraft intending to use the airport.

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1. A.
   Ldn 65 or higher aircraft noise contour;
2. B.
   Ldn 60 to 65 aircraft noise contours; and
3. C.
   One-mile buffer area, measured from outside the Ldn 60 aircraft noise contour.

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1. A.
   Ldn 65+. In aircraft noise contours Ldn 65 or higher, residential dwellings shall not be permitted. However, new dwelling units and additions to existing dwellings may be permitted provided that:

   1. 1.
      The lot was recorded or had record plat approval prior to the adoption of this Ordinance; and
   2. 2.
      The new dwelling unit or addition complies with the acoustical treatment requirements for residential districts set forth in the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code.
2. B.
   Ldn 60 to 65 Contours.

   1. 1.
      Disclosure Statement. A disclosure statement shall be required for all residential dwelling units to be constructed between the Ldn 60 to 65 aircraft noise contours. The subdivider or developer shall disclose in writing to all prospective purchasers that they are located within an area that will be affected by aircraft over-flights and aircraft noise. Such notification will be accomplished by inclusion of this information in all Homeowner Association Documents, and by inclusion on all subdivision plats and site plans, and within all deeds required for subdivision or site plan approval.
   2. 2.
      Acoustical Treatment. For all residential units located between the Ldn 60 to 65 aircraft noise contours, a subdivider or developer shall incorporate acoustical treatment into all dwelling units to ensure that interior noise levels within living spaces (not including garages, sunrooms or porches) do not exceed an average noise level of 45 db(A) Ldn. Compliance with this standard shall be based upon a certification from an acoustical engineer licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia, submitted at the time of zoning permit issuance, that the design and construction methods and materials to be used in the dwelling are such that the foregoing standard will be met, assuming exterior noise levels between Ldn 60 to 65.
3. C.
   One Mile Buffer Area. A disclosure statement shall be required for all residential dwelling units to be constructed outside of, but within one (1) mile of the Ldn 60 aircraft noise contour. The subdivider or developer shall disclose in writing to all prospective purchasers that they are located within an area that will be affected by aircraft over-flights and aircraft noise. Such notification will be accomplished by inclusion of this information in all Homeowner Association Documents, and by inclusion on all subdivision plats and site plans, and within all deeds required for subdivision or site plan approval.

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1. A.
   Dulles Greenway;
2. B.
   Route 7/15 Bypass;
3. C.
   East Market Street from the Route 7/15 Bypass east to the Town of Leesburg Corporate limits;
4. D.
   Battlefield Parkway (planned 6-lane portions only);
5. E.
   Route 15 south of the Route 7/15 Bypass.

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Noise levels shall be recorded as A-weighted sound pressure level. The level so read, shall be post scripted dBA.

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1. A.
   Maximum dBA, Continuous Noise.

   Residential 55   (R-E, R-1, R-2, R-4, R-6, R-HD, R-8, R-16, R-22, PRN and PRC)

   Commercial 65  (O-1, O-2, B-1, B-2, B-3, B-4, PEC, MC and GC)

   Industrial 70  (I-1, I-2 and M-1)

2. B.
   Maximum dBA, Impact Noise.

   Residential 60  (R-E, R-1, R-2, R-4, R-6, R-HD, R-8, R-16, R-22, PRN and PRC)

   Commercial 70  (O-1, O-2, B-1, B-2, B-3, B-4, PEC, MC and GC)

   Industrial 80  (I-1, I-2 and M-1)

Impact noise shall be measured using the fast meter response of the sound level meter. Impact noises are intermittent sounds of a single pressure peak or a single burst (multiple pressure peaks) for duration usually less than one second. Examples of impact noise sources are a punch press, drop forge hammer or explosive blasting.

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1. A.
   Building Typology. Buildings are organized into the following general categories: residential (R), commercial (C), mixed use (MU) and government (G).
2. B.
   Building Orientation. Buildings shall relate to the street or open space to which they abut. Entrances shall be provided to ensure convenient access to public roads, sidewalks, and adjacent parking and buildings.
3. C.
   Building Mass. Buildings shall be designed to minimize the impact of their overall mass and to provide a human scale. Unless specifically modified by this article, all building types shall exhibit the following mass refining characteristics:
4. D.
   Existing Patterns. Building massing shall respect traditional patterns.

   1. 1.
      Volume. Building massing shall be arranged to reduce perceived massiveness.
   2. 2.
      Vertical Articulation. The perceived height of a wall plane or building mass shall be reduced by providing vertical articulation.
   3. 3.
      Break Up Walls. Divide large wall planes into smaller components by changing the arrangement of windows and other façade articulation features.
   4. 4.
      Additional Techniques. Additional techniques that may be used to achieve a human scale include:

      1. a.
         Define a rhythm and pattern for windows, columns, and other architectural features.
      2. b.
         Use similar interior and exterior floor to ceiling heights.
      3. c.
         Examples of techniques that are used to achieve a human scale include, but are not limited to, building upper-story step-back, varied wall surfaces and varied heights at regular widths.
5. E.
   Building Elements. Unless specifically modified by this article, all building types shall exhibit the following building elements:

   1. 1.
      Roof Form. Buildings shall provide one or more of the following roof types:

      1. a.
         Gabled roof, which may include reverse gables, window dormers, and variety in pitch.
      2. b.
         Hipped roof.
      3. c.
         Mansard roof, which may include window dormers.
      4. d.
         Pitched roof, which may include wall dormers, window dormers, and variety in pitch.
      5. e.
         Shed or Flat roofs, which shall include decorative features such as a parapet (cornice, entablature, and coping). At a minimum, flat-roofed buildings shall have a decorative cornice and the flat roof shall be enclosed by a parapet.
      6. f.
         Vents, Skylights, or Solar Panels which shall be placed inconspicuously.
   2. 2.
      Roof Decoration.

      1. a.
         Overhang.

         1. 1.
            Eaves must overhang a minimum of 18 inches on the primary stricture.
         2. 2.
            Eaves and rakes on accessory buildings, dormers, and other smaller structures must overhang at least eight inches (8”).
         3. 3.
            Open eaves and simple traditional soffits and fascia are allowed.
         4. 4.
            Soffits shall be placed perpendicular to the building wall, not sloping in plane with the roof (except for gable end rakes).
         5. 5.
            Timber eaves and balcony brackets must be a minimum of five and one-half inches (5.5”) in dimension.
      2. b.
         Cornices and Other Features.

         1. 1.
            Buildings without visible roof surfaces and overhanging eaves may satisfy the overhang requirement with a cornice projecting horizontally between six inches (6”) and twelve inches (12”) beyond the building walls.
         2. 2.
            Overly elaborate designs are discouraged. However, ornamentation which contributes to the character of the building is encouraged (see Sec. 7.10 Appendix C for an illustration).
   3. 3.
      Walls.

      1. a.
         Primary Front Façade shall be defined as the primary building façade facing the street or common open space.
      2. b.
         Secondary Front Façade shall be defined as a secondary building façade which faces a street or common open space.
      3. c.
         Interior Front Façade shall be defined as a building façade which faces an interior street or common open space (see Sec. 7.10 Appendix C for an illustration).
      4. d.
         Secondary Interior Façade shall be defined as a building façade which does not face a street or common open space and is located within forty feet (40’) of the Required Build-to Line (see Sec. 7.10 Appendix C for an illustration).
   4. 4.
      Windows. The window sash, frame, and architectural details that surround the window are significant character defining features of many buildings.

      1. a.
         Openings. Openings for windows shall not be flush with the wall.
      2. b.
         In Context. Window types and glazing patterns should be in context with surrounding buildings.
      3. c.
         Shutters. Shutters must be sized for the window openings and mounted with appropriate hardware.
   5. 5.
      Entryways.

      1. a.
         Building Entrances not located within a recess or covered porch should be decorated by transom windows or sidelights, pediments, porticos, or similar architectural treatment.
      2. b.
         Forecourts are permitted where:

         1. 1.
            The width is greater than ten percent (10%) and less than forty percent (40%) of the width of the overall building, and
         2. 2.
            The depth is greater than ten percent (10%) and less than forty percent (40%) of the depth of the overall building.
   6. 6.
      Design Expression. Buildings should reflect the historic architectural character of the Old and Historic District. Building elements such as roof pitch, ratio of windows to walls, as well as massing, scale, building materials, color and proportions, alignment and rhythm of façade elements shall be considered to determine compliance with the intent of this section. Unless specifically modified by this article, design expression shall be defined by the following:

      1. a.
         Cohesiveness. The overall design of a building shall be harmonious as opposed to a random collection of non-integrated architectural elements.
      2. b.
         Traditional Hierarchy. Buildings shall reflect a traditional hierarchy demonstrated by a discernible base, middle and cap.
      3. c.
         Corporate Architecture. Trademark buildings – those which have a distinctive exterior appearance readily identified with a franchise or chain business - do not necessarily reflect the historic building character of Leesburg. Such buildings must be modified to include traditional Leesburg design, color and use of materials.
   7. 7.
      Foundation Walls. Defined as the portion of the building located between the finished grade and the first floor, if exposed, shall be of a masonry or stone appearance. Smooth surfaced concrete masonry units must be covered by a veneer.
6. F.
   Corner Buildings and Terminating Views. Buildings situated at a street corner and at the terminating view of a street shall be designed so that the architecture incorporates accents and details that accentuate its prominent location.

   1. 1.
      Form. Chamfered or Round building corners are encouraged at street intersections.
   2. 2.
      Entrances. A main pedestrian entrance for a corner building shall be either at the corner of the building in a chamfered design or on each building façade within twelve feet (12’) of the corner. See also Sec. 7.10.8.D.2 regarding a permissible height increase of five feet (5’) for this building type.
   3. 3.
      Corner Lot. For a corner lot, the building shall be deemed to have one (1) primary front façade and one (1) secondary front façade (see Sec. 7.10 Appendix C for an illustration).
7. G.
   Residential Building Design Specifications

   1. 1.
      Types. Residential buildings include single family detached, single family attached and multifamily buildings.
   2. 2.
      Pedestrian entrances.

      1. a.
         Primary Entrance. The primary building entrance must be located along the street or common open space that the building fronts on.
      2. b.
         Accentuation. Entryways shall be designed to accentuate the primary entrance.
      3. c.
         Not at Grade. Entrances are not permitted to be at grade, and shall include at least one (1) step.
   3. 3.
      Massing. Changes in horizontal or vertical plane, bay windows, balconies, covered or recessed porches or stoops, porticos, or ornamentation to accentuate the horizontal plane shall be used to de-emphasize the massing of a residential building.
   4. 4.
      Windows. At least twenty-five percent (25%) of the primary and secondary front façades shall be composed of glass.
   5. 5.
      Garages. Garage doors shall not be located on the primary front façade of the building. No single family attached units shall have front-loaded driveways or garages.
   6. 6.
      Porches.

      1. a.
         Single Family Detached. Fifty percent (50%) of the single family detached buildings facing the street or common open space shall include a porch or portico having a minimum area of forty-eight (48) square feet and a minimum depth of six (6) feet. The porch shall project a minimum of two (2) feet beyond the façade.
      2. b.
         Single Family Attached (Townhouse). Fifty percent (50%) of the single family attached buildings facing the street or common open space shall include a porch or portico having a minimum area of twenty-four (24) square feet and a minimum depth of four (4) feet. The porch shall project a minimum of two (2) feet beyond the façade.
   7. 7.
      Roof Form.

      1. a.
         Single Family Detached buildings shall have a pitched roof.
      2. b.
         Single Family Attached and Multifamily buildings may have a pitched, flat or shed roof.
      3. c.
         Dormer Windows. Any grouping of single family attached buildings shall include dormer windows for a minimum of 50 percent (50%) of the buildings in each grouping of buildings.
   8. 8.
      Materials. See Section 7.10.7.A Building Materials.
8. H.
   Commercial Building Design Specifications

   1. 1.
      Types. Commercial buildings are either a General Urban (GU) building or Storefront (SF) building. Both building types are defined as a building that contains non-residential/commercial uses.
   2. 2.
      General Requirements.

      1. a.
         General Urban Buildings. This building type is intended to resemble traditional office/mixed use buildings in the Old and Historic District. Walls that face a street or public or private open space shall include windows and architectural features customarily found on traditional commercial building fronts, which include but are not limited to, awnings, cornice work, edge detailing or decorative finish materials.
      2. b.
         Storefront Buildings. This building type is intended to resemble traditional retail/mixed use buildings found in the Old and Historic District. Storefront buildings shall be designed to create a distinct and separated ground floor area through the use of accent such as a string course, change in material or textures, or an awning or canopy between the first and second stories. Ground floors shall be designed with storefronts that have windows, doorways and signage, which are integrally designed and painted.
      3. c.
         Retail Tenant Size Limitation. No single retail tenant shall occupy more than 50,000 gross square feet of space in a single building.
   3. 3.
      Pedestrian Entrance.

      1. a.
         General Urban buildings are required to provide one (1) pedestrian entrance for every fifty feet (50’) of building frontage. Entrances shall have design details that enhance the appearance and prominence of the entrance so that it is easily recognizable from the street or common open space.
      2. b.
         Storefront buildings are required to provide one entrance for every twenty-five feet (25’) of building frontage (not all of which must be operable). Entrances shall have design details that enhance the appearance and prominence of the entrance so that it is easily recognizable from the street or common open space.
      3. c.
         A Secondary Front Façade shall include at least one (1) pedestrian entrance.
      4. d.
         An Interior Secondary Façade shorter than sixty feet (60’) shall be exempt from providing a pedestrian entrance (see Sec. 7.10 Appendix C for an illustration).
   4. 4.
      Massing. Changes in horizontal or vertical plane, bay windows, balconies, covered or recessed porches or stoops, porticos, or ornamentation to accentuate horizontal plane shall be used to de-emphasize the massing of a commercial building.
   5. 5.
      Walls. Interior Front Façades located greater than forty feet (40’) from the Required Build-to Line shall not be subject to the architectural design controls of this section.
   6. 6.
      Windows/Doors.

      1. a.
         General Urban Building, Ground Floor. At least fifty percent (50%) of the ground floor primary front façade shall be composed of windows and doors. Windows shall be placed to occupy the space between two (2) feet and 10 feet above the outside grade (see Sec. 7.10 Appendix C for an illustration).
      2. b.
         Storefront Building, Ground Floor: At least seventy percent (70 %) of the ground floor primary front façade shall be composed of windows and doors. Windows shall be placed to occupy the space between two (2) feet and 10 feet above the outside grade (see Sec. 7.10 Appendix C for an illustration). The bottom of the ground floor window on the primary façade must be no more than two (2) feet above the adjacent exterior grade.
      3. c.
         Secondary Front Façade. Thirty percent (30%) of the ground level secondary front façade shall be composed of windows.
      4. d.
         Interior Secondary Façade. Ten percent (10%) of the ground level interior secondary façade shall be composed of windows. This requirement can be met with display windows that do not provide views of the interior of the building.
      5. e.
         Upper Stories. Upper story windows shall compose at least fifty percent (50%) of the facade and no greater than seventy percent (70%) of that portion of the façade, and shall be vertical in proportion.
      6. f.
         Ground Floor Minimum Height. The ground floor of all GU and SF buildings shall have a minimum fourteen-foot (14’) height, floor to floor.
      7. g.
         Materials. See Section 7.10.7.A Building Materials.
9. I.
   Mixed Use Commercial Building Design Specifications. This building type shall be a general urban or storefront building with residential dwelling units in the upper stories above the non-residential/commercial uses on the first or lower floors. Mixed Use Buildings shall meet the following additional requirements:

   1. 1.
      Pedestrian Entrances. Where a common access is not provided to upper stories, a separate entrance on the primary front façade shall be provided which should be decorated by transom windows or sidelights, pediments, porticos, or similar architectural treatment.
   2. 2.
      Windows. Upper story windows shall occupy at least fifty percent (50%) of that portion of the façade, and shall be vertical in proportion.
   3. 3.
      Ground Floor Minimum Height. The ground floor of all mixed use buildings shall have a minimum fourteen-foot (14’) height, floor to floor.
   4. 4.
      Green Roof. Green roofs are encouraged to meet stormwater quality and quantity management.
   5. 5.
      Materials. See Section 7.10.7.A Building Materials.
10. J.
    Drive-through Window Building Design Specifications. Buildings having this feature shall be required to meet the following specifications:

    1. 1.
       Building Type. Buildings having this feature are required to meet the general urban or storefront building specifications.
    2. 2.
       Windows. Faux widows are permitted on secondary front facades for a maximum of fifty percent (50%) of the required window requirement for general urban and storefront windows.
    3. 3.
       Use. Buildings are limited to one (1) drive-through window.
    4. 4.
       Location. The drive-through window shall be located on a secondary façade.
    5. 5.
       Height. A single-story building, with a minimum building height of twenty-five feet (25’), is permitted so long as the building has a pitched roof.
    6. 6.
       Number of Lanes. Buildings containing a drive-through window are limited to no more than two (2) lanes and are required to provide a pass-by lane.
    7. 7.
       Canopy. Canopies over the drive-through lanes shall have a pitched roof. The canopy height shall not exceed the height of the building. Support structures shall be constructed of brick or stone.
    8. 8.
       Materials. See Section 7.10.7.A Building Materials.
11. K.
    Service Station Building Design Specifications.

    1. 1.
       Type. These buildings are required to meet the storefront building specifications.
    2. 2.
       Windows. Faux widows are permitted on secondary front facades for a maximum of fifty percent (50%) of the required window requirement for general urban and storefront windows.
    3. 3.
       Location. For a building located on a corner, the secondary front façade shall occupy a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the Required Build-to Line. An Applicant can request a modification of this requirement from the Land Development Official.
    4. 4.
       Height. These buildings are permitted to be a single-story building with a minimum height of twenty-five feet (25’) except in the Intersection Building Node areas shown on the Building Height Map.
    5. 5.
       Roof Form. These buildings are required to have a pitched roof.
    6. 6.
       Canopy. The roof of this structure shall have the same roof pitch as the principal building, but not exceeding the height of the principal building. The clear-height of the canopy shall not exceed fourteen feet (14’), measured from the finished grade to the lowest point of the canopy structure. Support structures shall be constructed of brick or stone.
    7. 7.
       Screening. The balance of the Required Build-to Line not used for building, or vehicular or pedestrian access shall be occupied by a four-foot (4’) tall masonry wall and is subject to the requirements of Sec. 7.10.6.A.5.
    8. 8.
       Fueling Pumps. Fueling pumps shall be located adjacent to a secondary building façade and located no closer than twenty-five feet (25’) to the Required Build-to Line.
    9. 9.
       Materials. See Section 7.10.7.A Building Materials.
12. L.
    Parking Structures Building Design Specifications. Where the parking structure is located in the interior of a block it shall be surrounded by buildings having a minimum depth of thirty feet (30’); the specifications in the following section do not apply. Parking structures located in the CD-MUR or CD-MUO Districts or fronting East Market Street, Catoctin Circle or Harrison Street shall be constructed to the Required Build-to Line and meet the following specifications:

    1. 1.
       Type. The ground floor façade shall be either general urban or storefront.
    2. 2.
       Vehicular Access. Openings for vehicular access shall be designed to provide the minimum access necessary for safe and adequate access.
    3. 3.
       Upper stories: Openings on stories above the ground floor shall be required to follow the window proportions in this ordinance.
    4. 4.
       Materials. See Section 7.10.7.A Building Materials.
13. M.
    Accessory Building Design Specifications.

    1. 1.
       Roof. The roof shall be designed with a roof pitch equal to or greater than the principal building.
    2. 2.
       Height. The height of an accessory building shall not exceed the height of the principal building or twenty-five feet (25’), whichever is less.
    3. 3.
       Materials. See Section 7.10.7.A Building Materials.
14. N.
    Mechanical Equipment. All rooftop HVAC and mechanical equipment shall be screened from view from all abutting streets and public or private open space. This shall be accomplished for pitched roofs by placing the equipment on the back half of the building or concealing the equipment within the roof structure. This shall be accomplished for flat roofs by limiting the area of the penthouse or screened area containing the equipment to no more than fifty percent (50%) of the area of the floor below and by setting the penthouse or screened area from the front and back facades of the building such that the top of the penthouse or screen is below a 45-degree line drawn from the bottom of the parapet. In addition, the penthouse or screen wall shall generally blend with the design of the building. Parapets shall match the primary building material of the facade below and shall blend with the design of the building in terms of color and scale.
15. O.
    Modifications. An applicant may seek a certain modification of this section in accordance with Sec. 7.10.12.B Modifications Requiring Planning Commission or Town Council Approval.

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1. A.
   [P] Permitted Uses. A “P” indicates that a use is permitted by right, subject to compliance with all other applicable regulations of this Zoning Ordinance.
2. B.
   [S] Special Exception Uses. An “S” indicates that a use is allowed only if reviewed and approved in accordance with the Special Exception procedures of Sec. 3.4.
3. C.
   [R] Rezoning Uses. An “R” indicates that a use is only allowed in accordance with the Rezoning Procedures of Sec. 3.4.
4. D.
   Uses Not Allowed. A blank cell (one that doesn’t contain an “S” or “P”) indicates that the listed use is not allowed in the areas as depicted on the CD District Map.
5. E.
   Compliance. Uses shall comply with the applicable sections referenced under the Use Standards column of the Use Table.

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Effective on: 1/1/1901