Mount Pleasant City Zoning Code

§ 156.880 PURPOSE.

§ 156.881 TOWN COMMERCIAL AREAS.

§ 156.882 DESIGN REVIEW PROCESS REQUIRED.

§ 156.883 TOWN DESIGN PRINCIPLES.

   (A)   Purpose. The following design principles serve as criteria for staff and the Design Review Board for decision-making as it relates to Mount Pleasant vernacular or lowcountry vernacular in the review of proposed development and redevelopment throughout the town. The goal of the design standards is to maintain the traditional small village feel of Mount Pleasant as it continues to grow.

   (B)   Findings. The vernacular buildings of Mount Pleasant are typical of most small, Atlantic seaboard fishing communities, and can be generally described as simple and utilitarian in expression of form, design, material, and detail. Mount Pleasant has historically been a small town. By 1970, the population had only grown to roughly 6,000 residents. Since that time, the population has doubled each decade. Buildings were generally small, vernacular structures. While some buildings with formal styles were constructed, they are generally few. Therefore, future construction should follow the form and detailing of the more abundant small, vernacular buildings and utilize vernacular designs and elements as described herein.

   (C)   Simplicity of massing and form. Traditional buildings are known for their simple and utilitarian forms. Because traditional structures were built by hand, elaborate shapes or complex forms were avoided due to labor and cost implications. Structures must be distilled to a simple massing composed of one or more rectangular forms.

   (D)   Legible hierarchy and order of elements. Throughout the lowcountry, features of traditional structures are generally arranged from most to least important. The most important portions of the building are emphasized and receive greater attention to detail. The least important portions recede or receive simpler treatments. Likewise, new buildings must include primary massing components (i.e., the dominant or central part of a building) and secondary or tertiary massing components (i.e., areas that flank or link the main portion of the building are considered less prominent areas).

   (E)   Harmonious proportions. Traditional structures utilize simple proportions to optimize rationality and constructability. The use of proportion in new construction must establish harmonious relationships between the massing of the building and architectural elements. Simple proportional relationships that contribute to visually pleasing and cohesive whole generally adhere to 1:1, 3:2, and 5:2 ratios. Vertical orientation, where elements are taller than they are wide, are preferred because they relate well to human scale and perception.

   (F)   Consistent arrangement of elements. Traditional architecture arranges openings, columns, and elements of the building in a manner that is based on practicality, ease of construction, and time efficiency. Window openings must be arranged regularly and symmetrical along a building face.

   (G)   Top, middle, and base. Vertical elements must be composed of a clearly visible top, middle, and base. These three separate concepts are rooted in classical patterns, provide order, and give articulation to a building. Building elevations must clearly illustrate a visually pronounced first floor or base level, a middle ground consisting of all floors above the base level, and an articulated top consisting of the final floor or top level with defined cornice or sloped roof profile.

   (H)   Relationship to the street. Traditionally, structures were placed and arranged so that the most public portion of the building (e.g., the entrance) orients outward toward the public realm (i.e., a street, park, plaza, or private courtyard area connecting to a street). The front of buildings must be arranged to create a strong and discernible connection with the public realm.

   (I)   Relationship to environs. Lowcountry vernacular architecture responds to and connects with the natural environment and regional climate. Building placement, orientation to the sun, natural light and ventilation, materiality, and shading all lend toward developing a strong sense of character that is unique to Mount Pleasant vernacular. New construction must incorporate elements that relate well to the natural setting and climate.

   (J)   Materials and detailing. Primary building materials were limited to those readily available in the area–predominantly wood and some brick. Roofs generally feature a hipped or gabled roof, often with broad eave overhangs and exposed rafter tails or fascia trim. Boxed eaves, when present, feature a traditional pedimented gable or return detail. Roofing materials are historically metal standing seam or 5-V crimp and later shingles. Windows are abundant for light and ventilation. Window shapes and panes are taller than wide. Windows occur as singles, pairs or, in some instances, triples with a single, wide “picture frame” trim. Decorative trim and detailing is generally limited to the pedestrian areas of the building, such as display windows and entry elements, although some simple variations of cornice trim may be found at the eaves and in the gables. Large porches are common at the primary entries, with square wood columns that are often chamfered. Simple round Tuscan columns were sometimes used but are primarily seen as later replacement columns.

   (K)   Vista and view shed. Lowcountry vernacular structures are generally framed within their settings, often incorporating large trees and roadways into a visual experience. Where it is reasonably practical, proposed structures shall not impede scenic views from the main road, from existing structures, or from natural settings. Structures must strengthen and maintain vistas and view sheds.

   (L)   Relationship to adjacent structures. Although maximum site densities and special site requirements defined for particular use districts shall be preserved, proposed structures shall not dominate, in an incompatible manner, an adjacent building, nor in surrounding general development substantially in compliance with this chapter.

   (M)   Cohesive design. Cohesive design elements create harmony through related massing, scale, proportion, detail, materials, color, site planning, and landscaping.

      (1)   All elevations of a structure shall be in harmony with one another in terms of scale, proportion, detail, material, and color. The side and rear elevations of buildings shall be as visually attractive as the front elevation. Rooflines and architectural detailing shall present a consistency in quality design.

      (2)   All buildings and structures within a proposed development, including canopies, shall utilize a unifying architectural theme and be uniform in character in order to create a harmonious whole. However, it is not to be inferred that buildings must look alike to achieve a harmony of style. The scale of buildings and accessory structures (including canopies) shall be appropriate to the scale of structures located in the surrounding area. Canopies designed as domineering or overpowering architectural features are not allowed.

      (3)   The architecture, landscaping, and building siting must work in concert to create a unified appearance that contributes to the existing/developing streetscape.

   (N)   Architectural compatibility.

      (1)   The architectural design and material finish of buildings, signage, gasoline pump canopies, and other necessary structures shall be compatible with one another, and with adjacent and surrounding structures where such structures are substantially in compliance with this section.

      (2)   In reviewing a proposed structure, specific considerations shall be given to its compatibility with adjacent structures.

      (3)   Proposed structures shall be shown to scale, in a streetscape view with adjacent buildings, by using elevations or, in certain instances, photographs, of adjacent structures.

   (O)   Local design quality. Structures that are of symbolic design for reasons of advertising, corporate identity or corporate continuity shall be highly discouraged; however, the Design Review Board or staff may work with applicants to incorporate limited signature design elements into buildings, to allow recognition of certain corporate or signature identity, while still retaining the ability to achieve a project design unique to Mount Pleasant. Similarly, prototype architecture is prohibited; however, the Design Review Board or staff may work with applicants to incorporate limited signature design elements into buildings, to allow recognition of certain corporate or signature identity, while still retaining the ability to achieve a project design unique to Mount Pleasant.

   (P)   Prohibited architectural styles. Colonial, Classical, Victorian, Bauhaus, mid-20th Century modern, and/or formal architectural styles and designs are prohibited. The form may be based on historical models; however, the formal detailing of the historical period styles should be absent or extremely simple when present.

   (Q)   Consideration for contemporary architectural treatments. Contemporary architectural treatments, as demonstrated in Figure 156.883-1: Contemporary Use of Vernacular Design and Elements below, shall not be prohibited where it maintains the traditional form, massing, design elements, materials, and adherence to design principles of Mount Pleasant vernacular or lowcountry vernacular, and arranges the components in a new and/or modern way such that the basic nature and form of the traditional architecture is clearly visible and compatible with surrounding structures and sites. Commercial buildings should reflect and incorporate traditional characteristics and patterns with simple modifications made to accommodate emerging market trends and commercial activities.

 

   (R )   Consideration for taller buildings. Structures that are excessively wide and tall are not consistent with Mount Pleasant vernacular and lowcountry vernacular tradition. Vernacular structures were generally no taller than 38 - 40 feet, given the sum of heights of the base, floor-to-floor levels, and roof of a traditional two-story structure. Therefore, modern buildings generally taller than three stories and 45 feet should employ traditional design principles to mitigate excessive massing and scale of building elements and relate to traditional form and models. Specific design standards that include parameters for taller buildings are noted in §§ 156.892, 156.894, and 156.898(C).

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.890 GENERAL PROVISIONS.

§ 156.891 BUILDING SETBACK.

§ 156.892 BUILDING STEP-BACK.

   Proposed buildings taller than three stories and 45 feet must provide a building step-back along the primary street or right-of-way as follows:

   (A)   The building step-back must contain a minimum depth of ten feet and occur at some point between the first and fourth levels of the building. See Figure 156.892-1: Building Step-Back.

   (B)   Structures should step-back the upper portions of the building so as to avoid their becoming the dominant element of the building.

Figure 156.892-1: Building Step-Back

 

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.893 PRIMARY FAÇADE AND ENTRY ORIENTATION.

   (A)   All buildings shall have a primary façade, facing the primary street or right-of-way. See Figure 156.893-1: Primary Façade.

   (B)   Along primary arterials, such as Highway 17 North, Johnnie Dodds Boulevard, and Coleman Boulevard, primary building entrances shall be located facing the primary street and/or at the corner for buildings located at an intersection. Exceptions may be made in consideration of such conditions as differences in elevation of the adjacent street and subject property, and the presence of abutting frontage roads.

   (C)   All buildings located at intersections or corner properties, including entry drives to shopping centers and/or developments, shall be located at the corner adjacent to the intersection.

   (D)   Porches or porticos are encouraged to define entryways into buildings and primary façades.

Figure 156.893-1: Primary Façade

 

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.894 TOP, MIDDLE, AND BASE.

   (A)   All buildings shall be composed of distinct base, middle, and top sections as demonstrated below. See Figure 156.894-1: Top, Middle, and Base of Buildings.

   (B)   Base.

      (1)   For single-story buildings, the base may be articulated by the foundation, knee walls, or other architectural features such as bulkheads or trim used to transition the wall plane to the ground plane.

      (2)   For buildings taller than three stories and 45 feet, the base may consist of the full first level of the building. The base of such buildings shall be visually pronounced and clearly delineated from the remaining portions of the building, distinguished by identifiable features such as but not limited to a separate building material, portico, shopfront, or separate area with sloping roof, significant change in vertical proportion of openings.

   (C)   Middle.

      (1)   For single-story buildings, the middle portion of the building shall consist of the wall plane between the foundation and the roof structure.

      (2)   For buildings taller than three stories and 45 feet, the middle portion of the building shall consist of upper floor levels between the first level and top of the building.

   (D)   Top.

      (1)   For single-story buildings, the top shall be articulated by how the wall plane transitions to the roof structure, including:

         (a)   Wall detailing as described in § 156.896; and

         (b)   Roof form as described in § 156.898

      (2)   For buildings taller than three stories and 45 feet, the upper-most level of the building shall be considered part of the top and be distinguished from the lower portions of the building through identifiable design elements, such as window treatment and wall plane detailing. Buildings taller than three stories and 45 feet shall include a highly defined cornice or roof profile as described in § 156.898(C).

Figure 156.894-1: Top, Middle, and Base of Buildings

 

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.895 MASSING.

   Buildings and structures shall break down the massing of the building into simple forms to harmonize with traditional vernacular forms and models. See Figure 156.895-1: Traditional Vernacular Forms.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.896 WALL PLANES.

   (A)   Avoid long façades.

      (1)   Long, monotonous façade design, including but not limited to, those characterized by unrelieved repetition of shape or form, or by unbroken extensions of a line, are prohibited.

      (2)   Long façades shall break the cornice, parapet, and roof to reduce massing.

      (3)   Façades shall utilize offsets in wall plane and offsets in building footprints to differentiate building masses, forms and/or components. Depths of offsets shall be in proportion to the size of the façade and shall not be smaller than one foot in depth between adjacent wall planes.

   (B)   Wall plane detailing. Control joints, score lines, gutters and/or downspouts, or similar building elements or details shall not be used to express articulation or to differentiate building masses and forms, or to create sign bands or express other details.

 

   (C)   Parapet walls.

      (1)   Parapet walls must be broken between building elements and/ or design elements to reinforce the individual building forms and elements, and to break the horizontal line of the building.

      (2)   Projecting parapets, where allowed, must have return/depth.

      (3)   Refer to Figure 156.896-2: Parapet Walls for examples.

 

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.897 MATERIALS.

   (A)   Generally.

      (1)   Material integrity. Materials shall express their function clearly and honestly and shall not appear as materials that are foreign to the character of the rest of the building.

      (2)   Consistency of materials. Any building exterior elevation shall consist of architectural materials that are equal in quality, appearance, and detail to all other exterior elevations of the same structure.

      (3)   Prohibited materials.

         (a)   No portion of a building may be constructed of unadorned concrete masonry units or corrugated and/or sheet metal.

         (b)   Paint and/or similar finish is not considered an adornment.

         (c)   Nothing in this section precludes the use of architectural metal cladding, which may be incorporated into the overall building composition when used as an architectural accent and when found to meet the intent of this section. Such architectural cladding will exhibit features, such as quality architectural materials, a natural or high quality fluoropolymer finish, and concealed fasteners.

         (d)   However, in areas zoned LI, Light Industrial District, or for LI District uses located within PD, Planned Development Districts, the above materials may be used on buildings or portions of buildings that are not visible from any public right-of-way or from any differently zoned property.

   (B)   Primary building materials.

      (1)   Primary building materials shall be wood.

      (2)   Cementitious and other synthetic materials may be used to facilitate the appearance of wood lap siding, vertical board and batten siding, and/or machine sawn shingles. Real wood products may be used when in compliance with the building code. For the purposes of this division, wood shall refer to wood, cementitious siding, and other synthetic materials meant to facilitate the appearance of wood siding as described herein.

      (3)   Stucco may be used as a primary building material only along primary arterials, such as Highway 17 North, Johnnie Dodds Boulevard, and Coleman Boulevard, and in Commercial Villages, such as Towne Centre, Irongate Plaza, The Market at Oakland, and Seaside Farms. Stucco may also be used on civic structures such as churches and government buildings.

   (C)   Secondary building materials.

      (1)   Buildings taller than three stories and 45 feet may use masonry, cementitious, or stone material as a secondary building material. See Figure 156.897-2: Use of Stucco-like Material.

      (2)   Stucco or materials similar in appearance or texture may be used in "voids" or reveals between brick building masses but shall not constitute more than 50% of the area of a building façade.

      (3)   Stucco or materials similar in appearance or texture may be used for details such as sills, lintels, and cornice features, including clerestories.

      (4)   Cast or natural finished stone may be used as decorative detailing at the base or as lintels and/or sills and cornice features.

      (5)   Materials in the middle and top portions of the building shall appear lighter than the base material so that heavier materials are located to the bottom of lighter materials. For example, brick or stone should be provided below wood or stucco.

   (D)   Base of wooden buildings. The base of wood structures shall consist of a wooden base trim.

   (E)   Base of masonry buildings. The base of masonry buildings and structures shall consist of a watertable of the same material, expressed by either a projecting base or a recessed or projecting beltcourse or stringer course between the middle and base.

 

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.898 ROOF FORM.

   (A)   Predominant roof form. Roof forms, including gasoline canopies and all other structures, shall be simple gable or hip designs.

   (B)   Roof pitch.

      (1)   Roof pitch may be of a moderate, varied, or low slope.

      (2)   Roof pitch shall be proportional to the building design, mass, and form.

      (3)   Split pitch roofs, or bellcast/flared eaves, may be used where the lower portion of the roof takes on flatter pitch, in order to cast water further from the structure.

   (C)   Roof profile of taller structures. Buildings taller than three stories and 45 feet shall include a highly defined cornice or sloped roof with broad overhangs, to create a strong and identifiable roof profile as viewed from the street.

   (D)   Prohibited roof forms.

      (1)   Mansard roofs are prohibited.

      (2)   Unbroken roof lines. Long, monotonous roof design, including but not limited to, those characterized by unrelieved repetition of shape or form, or by unbroken extension of line, shall not be permitted.

      (3)   Flat roofs.

         (a)   Flat roofs are prohibited, except when provisions are made for outdoor mechanical wells and similar types of equipment, as follows.

         (b)   On buildings requiring flat roofs for roof-mounted mechanical equipment, a flat roof section may be attached to the rear of the building, with a pitched roof over the front portion of the building so that the flat roof area appears to be a later addition. Buildings may create a flat roof area between pitched elements, where the pitched elements completely screen the mechanical equipment from view. Hipped or gabled roofs with a mechanical roof well will not be considered mansard roofs, when the roof appears to be a true hipped or gabled design.

   (E)   Eaves. Gable or hip roofs shall have broad eave overhangs proportioned to the building.

   (F)   Roof elaborations.

      (1)   Cupolas, widow's walks, and other roof appurtenances, such as domes, are not allowed; provided, however, that civic buildings, such as churches, may incorporate these elements when appropriate to the design theme of the structure.

      (2)   Roof appurtenances, such as dormers, roof monitors, light wells, and mechanical vents, shall be gabled, hipped, or shed designs, and shall function as true elements not used for aesthetic purposes only.

      (3)   Tower elements are strongly discouraged. Tower elements may not be substituted in lieu of, nor considered as, pitched roof elements in order to meet the requirements of this division.

   (G)   Cornice and eave details.

      (1)   Cornice, eaves, and/or gable trim must have a traditional return. See Figure 156.898-4: Cornice/Eave Return.

      (2)   Boxed eaves trim are prohibited.

      (3)   Trim or cornice detailing must match at the returns into other elements.

   (H)   Roof material. Shingles, metal, standing seam, corrugated or 5-V crimp, or other roofing materials with similar appropriate texture and appearance shall be utilized.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.899 WINDOWS.

   (A)   Vertical orientation. Windows shall utilize traditional proportions and be taller than wide.

   (B)   Inset windows. Windows must not be flush with the exterior wall but must be inset in a traditional manner.

   (C)   Lintel and sill. All windows shall have an expressed lintel and sill; provided, however, that first floor display, storefront systems, or full-length windows terminating at building grade or finished floor elevation do not require a sill.

   (D)   Shopfront windows.

      (1)   Picture and/or display windows are required along the first floor of retail buildings within every structural bay but shall be no less than every 25 feet along the primary street or right-of-way façade.

      (2)   Window openings shall be greater than 40% of the first-floor wall area of retail buildings along the primary street or right-of-way façade.

      (3)   However, exceptions may be made, in consideration of such conditions as differences in elevation of the adjacent street and subject property,

the presence of abutting frontage roads, and the width of adjacent roadside buffer, to exempt retail buildings from the 40% first floor window requirement. Buildings will still need to maintain a primary building façade along the primary street or right-of-way as required in § 156.893.

      (4)   Picture and/or display windows must always remain open to view from the exterior, and may not be covered, screened, blocked, or diminished in any manner for a distance of three feet inside the window. A minimum of 20% of first floor windows must be picture windows to reveal interior activity.

   (E)   Design of hurricane protection. Hurricane protection of windows shall be integral to the design of the building or shall utilize subtle attachment methods that do not detract from its architectural or visual character. Exterior mounted roll-up hurricane shutters are prohibited. Impact-resistant glazing is encouraged.

   (F)   Window type specifications.

      (1)   Half-round arched windows shall be prohibited.

      (2)   Segmented, jack, or flat arches may be incorporated when appropriate to the design of the structure.

      (3)   Spandrel glass is only allowed as glazing in front of interstitial space on multi-story buildings. Spandrel glass is prohibited on the ground floor of a structure.

      (4)   Glass shall be clear, grey, or green, and may not be tinted greater than 30%. Awnings and/or canopies shall be used to shade windows, if shading is desired.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.900 COLUMNS.

§ 156.901 AWNINGS, CANOPIES, AND BALCONIES.

   (A)   Awning material. All awnings must be canvas, cloth, or similar material. Stretched vinyl or materials similar in material, texture, or appearance are prohibited.

   (B)   Awning attachment.

      (1)   The top of all awning structures must be attached above window openings so as to protect pedestrians from the elements below.

      (2)   Awnings must project a minimum of three feet from the face of the building.

      (3)   The bottom of the awning shall not be located higher than ten feet from grade.

   (C)   Illumination prohibited. Awnings and canopies shall not be illuminated.

   (D)   Canopy location. Canopies are allowed where appropriate to the design theme and materials of the structure.

   ( E )    Canopy material. Canopies shall have metal roofing, translucent roof panels and/or glass roofing, whichever is most appropriate to the design theme of the structure.

   (F)   Canopy structure.

      (1)   The support structure shall be wood or metal, whichever is most appropriate to the design theme of the structure.

      ( 2)    Metal suppo rting mem bers shall utilize escutcheons.

   (G)   Protection from elements. Both awnings and canopies shall be designed to protect pedestrians from the weather and/or provide shade for windows.

   (H)   Arcades. Arcades are prohibited.

   (I)   Balconies. Balconies must function as true, functional balconies, and shall not be used for aesthetic purposes only.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.902 SIGN BANDS.

   (A)   Sign band area. Sign bands and/or sign areas shall be designed into the façades of all retail buildings. Sign bands and/or sign areas on other building types and structures shall be similarly considered and be integral to the composition of the façade. Building signs shall be limited to the sign band and/or sign areas of buildings and may not extend beyond the limits of sign band and/or sign area, where such buildings are in compliance with this section.

   (B)   Sign location. The location and dimension of wall signs shall be indicated on the architectural elevations of proposed structures and shall maintain compatibility with the architectural features of the structure.

   (C)   Sign approval. Approval of architectural plans with signs or sign areas shown on the building shall not constitute sign approval. A separate application for a sign permit must be submitted for sign approval as required by Subchapter I, Part 7.

   (D)   Symbols. A symbol or symbols attached to a building shall not be allowed unless it is secondary in appearance to the structure and landscape and is an aesthetic asset to the building and surrounding area. Where such symbols are allowed, they shall count towards the allowable sign area of the building.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.903 SCREENING OF MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT.

§ 156.904 COLORS.

§ 156.915 PURPOSE.

§ 156.916 APPLICABILITY.

§ 156.917 PARKING LOT AREAS AND FACILITIES.

§ 156.925 GENERAL PROVISIONS.

§ 156.926 PEDESTRIAN ACCESS, CROSSWALKS, AND SIDEWALKS.

   (A)   New development, subdivisions, and renovations. New developments, subdivisions, and renovations shall provide appropriate pedestrian access, either through the construction of concrete sidewalks or pedestrian path/bikeway systems, or a combination of both. Requirements for pedestrian access shall be in accordance with the following table.

Table 156.926-1: Table of Pedestrian Access Requirements
Land Use/Road Classification	Minimum Requirement

Table 156.926-1: Table of Pedestrian Access Requirements
Land Use/Road Classification	Minimum Requirement
Commercial and industrial (new streets)	Sidewalk both sides
Commercial and industrial (new development on existing street)	Sidewalk one side if specified on Road Improvement/Transpor tation Plan
Major arterial	Sidewalk both sides
Residential collector (including boulevards, parkways, and spine roads)	Sidewalk one side on streets having direct access to lots
	Pedestrian path/bikeway on one side may be direct access to lots with Planning Commission approval
Local residential streets
Greater than 3.0 units per acre	Sidewalk both sides
Between 3.0 and 1.01 units per acre	Sidewalk one side
Less than or equal to 1.0 units per acre	Pedestrian path/bikeway
Between neighborhoods, commercial developments, schools, parks, community areas and the like	Whenever possible, a pedestrian access path, bike trail, or crosswalk shall be provided between existing and proposed new subdivisions and other pedestrian-oriented destinations

 

   (B)   Non-residential and mixed-use areas.

      (1)   Generally. In all cases, ease of pedestrian access between proposed developments and adjacent developments shall be demonstrated in the development of a proposed project's site and circulation plans.

      (2)   Crosswalks and mid-block crossings.

         (a)   Crosswalks shall be prominently designed, and located at street intersections, the intersection of parking lot entrances with abutting streets, and in other locations where pedestrians are invited to cross vehicular areas such as mid-block crossings.

         (b)   The texture and/or color of their paving material shall contrast with that of the street.

         (c)   Raised pedestrian crosswalks (speed tables) may be utilized and are encouraged as a traffic-calming device in areas containing both high pedestrian activity and long, unbroken vehicular straightaways.

         (d)   Crosswalks made of entirely thermoplastic or painted lines are not allowed unless part of another governmental agency's requirements. However, thermoplastic may be used as a border to a stamped and painted asphalt product serving as the field or interior of the crosswalk.

      (3)   Internal crosswalks for commercial projects.

         (a)   Where crosswalks are required within a commercial center, uninterrupted travel-way sections of more than three lanes shall be avoided.

         (b)   Uninterrupted travel-way sections of more than four lanes shall not be allowed.

         (c)   Where wider travel-way sections are required, curb bump outs, medians and other design features shall be employed to ease pedestrian crossing at intersections.

         (d)   When medians are used to break a travel-way section of four or more lanes, they shall be at least five feet in width, from back of curb to back of curb, allowing an adequate and safe resting zone for crossing pedestrians, and allowing room for canopy tree plantings to contribute to the streetscape, break the expanse of asphalt, and reduce the scale of the travel-way.

          (e)    The above provisions shall apply to private streets, access ways, and portion s of parking lots that functio n as streets.

      (4)    Sidewalks.

          (a)    Sidewalk connect ions are require d between the developm ent walkway system and the public sidewalk, which shall be strategically placed to best facilitate movement from the entrance(s) of development building(s) to the public sidewalk.

         (b)   Commercial projects fronting streets currently without public sidewalks shall provide a minimum-five-foot sidewalk within the road right-of-way.

         (c)   Corner developments or those that otherwise front multiple streets shall provide a public sidewalk in the right-of-way on street(s) currently without a sidewalk.

         (d)   In unique cases where a sidewalk cannot be in part or fully provided on the right-of-way, a public sidewalk shall be provided, in part or in full, on private property with a public access easement provided to cover that portion of sidewalk on private property.

Figure 156.926-2: Medians

         (e)    Corner developments or those that otherwise front multiple streets shall provide a sidewalk connection to all streets.

         (f)   Projects containing multiple buildings on a particular street frontage shall provide multiple points of connection to the public sidewalk.

      (5)   Shared-use paths. Development and redevelopment on properties abutting existing or planned shared-use paths must accommodate a minimum of eight feet in width, with a preferred width of ten feet, for a continuous, separated facility.

      (6)   Bike lanes and shared lanes. Development and redevelopment on properties abutting existing or planned bike lanes and shared lanes must integrate design capacity to support a continuous bike facility.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.927 VEHICULAR ACCESS.

§ 156.928 INTERNAL ACCESS ROADS.

§ 156.929 ACCESS EASEMENTS.

§ 156.930 DRIVE-THROUGH AND DRIVE-UP USES.

§ 156.940 GENERAL PROVISIONS.

§ 156.941 UTILITIES.

§ 156.942 SHOPPING CART STORAGE.

   (A)   Generally. In general, carts are encouraged to be stored inside the building. However, if outdoor storage of carts is intended, an enclosure is required that does not impede lateral or direct pedestrian traffic to the subject building or adjacent buildings.

   (B)   Shopping cart corrals located in parking areas.

      (1)   Typical prefabricated pipe or plastic enclosures placed in a parking space shall not be allowed; rather, corral enclosures shall be incorporated into a parking lot planter island, with concrete curbing outlining the storage area.

      (2)   To the degree possible, the corral shall be designed to retain the minimum required planter island size and shall be roughly centered in one side of the island, leaving two narrow peninsular islands forming the sides of the enclosure.

      (3)   For island configurations of other proportions, the designated reviewing authority shall have the flexibility to allow other and similar tree planting requirements as needed to suit the condition.

      (4)   Landscape treatments shall be dictated by the size and configuration of the planter island parking corral, but in all cases shall generally correspond to the graphic representation below.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.943 MAILBOXES, OUTDOOR SALES RACKS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

§ 156.944 OUTDOOR FURNITURE.

§ 156.945 BOLLARDS.

§ 156.946 LOADING AREAS, SERVICE COURTYARDS, AND DUMPSTERS.

   (A)   Structures shall be oriented so that loading areas, service courtyards, and/or dumpsters are in no manner visible from residential districts or from existing or planned future public rights-of-way. Loading areas and service courtyards shall be screened from view by the use of a wall that is compatible with the overall architectural scheme of the project and appropriately landscaped.

   (B)   Loading areas may be oriented toward adjoining commercially zoned, developed properties, or toward adjoining properties eligible for future commercial development, if they are entirely screened from view by the use of a wall that is compatible with the overall architectural scheme of the project and appropriately landscaped.

   (C)   Service areas, vehicle repair, installation facilities, or service facilities with roll-up or service doors facing an existing right-of-way or proposed or future street or public right-of-way must use glass doors to create the appearance of storefront units consistent with the concepts expressed in Subchapter H, Part 2. Provided, however, that exceptions may be made in consideration of such conditions as differences in elevation of the adjacent street and subject property, the presence of abutting frontage roads, and the width of adjacent roadside buffers.

   (D)   Vehicles, mobile units, and containers which provide a temporary or permanent service for a business must be screened in accordance with this section.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.947 SCREENING FOR ENCLOSURES.

§ 156.948 SATELLITE DISHES.

§ 156.949 TELECOMMUNICATION TOWERS AND ASSOCIATED GROUND-MOUNTED EQUIPMENT.

§ 156.950 FREE-STANDING SIGNAGE.

§ 156.951 TRUNCATED DOMES (DETECTABLE WARNINGS).

§ 156.965 PURPOSE.

§ 156.966 EXEMPTIONS.

§ 156.967 PROHIBITED EXTERIOR LIGHTING.

§ 156.968 GENERAL EXTERIOR LIGHTING STANDARDS.

§ 156.969 UNIFORMITY.

§ 156.970 LIGHTING COLOR.

§ 156.971 LIGHTING HEIGHT.

   (A)   Generally.

      (1)   Freestanding (ground-mounted) lighting equipment shall not exceed 18 feet in height from the average surrounding grade, except as otherwise provided in this section.

      (2)   Building-mounted lighting equipment shall meet the height limit specified in Subchapter B for the district in which the lighting is located.

   (B)   Luminaire mounted on pedestal.

      (1)   A luminaire located in a parking area may be mounted on top of a pedestal (see example in Figure 156.971-1), if the pedestal is 36 inches or less in height. The pedestal height is excluded from the height limit specified in division (A) above.

      (2)   The pedestal must be similar in color and material to the principal building on the site or as specified through the design review process.

   (C)   Maximum luminaire height in parking areas.

      (1)   Luminaires up to 25 feet in height may be located only in the central areas of the parking lot; and

      (2)   Decorative luminaires up to 18 feet in height shall be utilized along the primary vehicular and pedestrian corridors.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.972 BUILDING LIGHTING, BUILDING AREA LIGHTING, AND SERVICE AREA LIGHTING.

§ 156.973 POLE-MOUNTED LIGHTING.

§ 156.974 LIGHTING ZONES.

§ 156.975 LIGHTING LEVELS.

§ 156.976 LIMITS TO OFF SITE IMPACTS.

§ 156.977 LIMITATION ON HOURS OF OPERATION.

§ 156.978 SPECIAL PURPOSE LIGHTING.

§ 156.979 STREET LIGHTING.

§ 156.980 EXTERIOR LIGHTING PLAN REQUIRED.

§ 156.981 DEFINITIONS.

§ 156.990 PURPOSE.

§ 156.991 GENERAL LANDSCAPING STANDARDS.

   (A)   Existing vegetation. Existing vegetation of any type, size, or origin shall not be altered or removed, unless it satisfies the requirements of this part; Subchapter D, Part 2; Subchapter E; and § 156.760.

   (B)   Integral design. Landscape design and planning shall be integrated with the overall project design concept and shall not be considered as merely an afterthought.

   (C)   Natural landscape.

      (1)   The natural landscape character shall be preserved in every reasonable instance.

      (2)   Trees measuring three inches DBH or larger shall not be felled except where authorized by this chapter.

   (D)   Included in landscape. In applying landscaping to complement natural conditions, factors to be included in the integral design of development projects include:

      (1)   Trees and plantings;

      (2)   All vegetative cover and ornamentation;

      (3)   Paving;

      (4)   All the items of exterior furniture, including pedestrian benches;

      (5)   Fountains;

      (6)   Fences;

      (7)   Mailboxes;

      (8)   Light fixtures; and

      (9)   Shopping cart return stalls.

   (E)   Types and selection of landscaping.

      (1)   All items of the landscape are to be selected for both their functional and aesthetic value, and must complement the whole.

      (2)   Plants must be selected in accordance with § 156.585 and meet the requirements in § 156.584.

Figure 156.992-1

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.992 LANDSCAPE DESIGN.

§ 156.993 EVALUATION CRITERIA.

§ 156.994 CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY.

§ 156.995 DESIGN REVIEW PROCESS.

§ 156.996 MAINTENANCE.

§ 156.1010 SPECIAL DESIGN SUBAREAS.

§ 156.1011 HIERARCHY OF AUTHORITY.

§ 156.1020 GENERAL PROVISIONS.

§ 156.1021 SUPPLEMENTAL BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS.

§ 156.1035 APPLICABILITY.

§ 156.1036 ACTIVITY ZONE.

§ 156.1037 TERMINAL VISTAS.

§ 156.1038 COLEMAN BOULEVARD STANDARDS.

   (A)   Active ground floor use.

      (1)   For buildings with frontage on Coleman Boulevard, within the area located between Live Oak Street and the intersection of Coleman, Ben Sawyer, and Chuck Dawley Boulevards, a minimum of 60% of the ground floor street frontage shall be utilized for retail, restaurant, or entertainment use, as allowed by the base zoning district (see § 156.338). Such retail, restaurant, or entertainment space shall be of a meaningful depth so as to create a functional, usable commercial space that addresses the activity zone and creates interest and activity in the public realm.

      (2)   The remaining 40% of first floor level area may be devoted to office or residential use.

   (B)   Bufferyards and street trees.

      (1)   Three canopy trees of a minimum-four-inch caliper are required for each 100 linear feet of road frontage, using species southern red oak, live oak, willow oak, elm varieties, and American beech. These tree types must be consistent along each block and evenly spaced, with exceptions made for curb cuts, utilities, and other obstructions. On side streets, the required street trees shall be located in an area behind the sidewalk.

      (2)   Internal side and rear (non-street frontage) bufferyards shall be provided in accordance with Table 156.254-1: Coleman Boulevard Development Standards.

      (3)   Sabal palmettos shall be planted in the public right-of-way adjacent to lots on Coleman Boulevard, at approximately 30 feet on center. Additional low shrub or groundcover plantings, including grass, may be required between the Sabal palmettos in the verge.

   (C)   Parking lot islands. Parking lot islands, which must include four-inch caliper or larger canopy trees of a species approved during the design review process, must be provided at a minimum of every 12 spaces when adjacent to rear or side property lines. Internal parking lot islands either shall be provided at a minimum of every 12 spaces or only at the end of parking rows.

   (D)   Sidewalks and landscaping.

      (1)   There shall be a public sidewalk, either within the right-of-way or within a pedestrian easement on private property, on both sides of all streets. The sidewalk shall be at least five feet wide on side streets and internal access roads and at least eight feet wide on boulevard streets.

      (2)   On boulevard streets, sidewalks shall typically be separated from traffic by a grassed verge, which shall be at least three feet wide, measured from the back of curb, and planted with palmettos at approximately 30 feet on center. However, where on-street parking is utilized, the palmettos may be planted in openings of three feet by three feet, with eight-foot-wide sidewalks serving the parallel parking areas. See Figures 156.1038-1, 156.1038-2, and 156.1038-3.

 

 

 

   (E)   Lot frontage.

      (1)   On Coleman Boulevard between its intersection with Lansing Drive and its intersection with Chuck Dawley Boulevard, the minimum building frontage on properties of less than 100 feet is 100% of its frontage, except for adequate allowance for one curb cut. The total required building frontage may be accomplished through a phased development plan.

      (2)   For properties with more than 100 feet of frontage on the boulevards, a minimum of 70% building frontage is required. The total required building frontage may be accomplished through a phased development plan.

      (3)   Pocket parks, plazas, and other civic open spaces that are integrated into the overall design of a project count for up to 20% of the required building frontage.

      (4)   The minimum allowable size of a pocket park or other suitable civic open space is 12 feet of frontage and 300 square feet of overall area.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.1039 JOHNNIE DODDS BOULEVARD STANDARDS.

   (A)   Bufferyards.

      (1)   Scenic Highway Buffer (Mathis Ferry Road). See § 156.607.

      (2)   Right-of-way bufferyard. Three canopy trees of a minimum-four-inch caliper are required for each 100 linear feet of street frontage, using species such as southern red oak, live oak, willow oak, elm varieties, and American beech. These trees must be consistent along each block and evenly spaced, with exceptions made for curb cuts, utilities, and other obstructions.

      (3)   Perimeter bufferyards.

         (a)   In general, perimeter bufferyard requirements on individual lots are specified in Subchapter D, Part 2. However, contingent upon approval through the design review process, development utilizing an integrated site plan involving multiple parcels may forgo perimeter bufferyards along lot lines, except when commercial uses abut residential uses lying outside the VSP-OD. In the latter case, a minimum ten-foot, Type C bufferyard, with an F3 fence, is required in all instances. This buffer may overlap with the required side and/or rear yard setback.

         (b)   Perimeter bufferyards are not required where common wall construction to adjacent properties spanning property lines is utilized in accordance with applicable Building and Fire Code requirements.

   (B)   Pedestrian trails.

      (1)   A key component of the VSP-OD in the Johnnie Dodds Boulevard area is the provision of an integrated pedestrian and bicycle access plan through sidewalks and trails. This system is graphically depicted in Figure 156.1039-1: Pedestrian Trails.

      (2)   Dedication of easements and construction for sidewalks and pedestrian trails on development parcels may be required in the approval process to implement this pedestrian and bicycle access system.

      (3)   In addition to the pedestrian trail system, Figure 156.1039-1: Pedestrian Trails illustrates areas suitable for open space and parks.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.1040 CHUCK DAWLEY BOULEVARD STANDARDS.

§ 156.1041 SUPPLEMENTAL BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS.

   (A)   Primary façade and entry orientation.

      (1)   Primary entry. For buildings with frontage on the boulevards or frontage roads, the primary entry must be from Coleman Boulevard, Ben Sawyer Boulevard, Johnnie Dodds Boulevard frontage road, or Chuck Dawley Boulevard. Rear of buildings shall not be designed to appear as fronts. Display windows are required on all street facades for retail buildings. Other commercial or office buildings shall adhere to the requirements of § 156.899(D)(4). Second floor and above, with a separate entrance from the first floor, shall have primary entrance from the primary street, when feasible. Buildings, businesses, and residences facing side streets should have entrances from the side street.

      (2)   Secondary entry. Secondary entrances from the rear of a store may be allowed; however, this area may not be treated as a storefront in detailing or pedestrian amenities.

   (B)   Elevated buildings. In order to project a pedestrian-friendly streetscape, it is highly recommended that alternatives to elevating commercial buildings located in "A" flood zones be pursued. This may be accomplished by flood proofing or altering the elevation of the finished floor inside the building. However, in the event that these techniques are not feasible and the building must be elevated, such elevation may not exceed the minimum elevation required plus one foot of additional freeboard; provided further, that this provision does not apply to a parking garage located in a flood zone.

   (C)   False second floors. False second floors are not allowed for buildings in which multiple stories are required. However, a mezzanine comprising one-third of the area of the floor below, or an atrium located between the floor and ceiling equivalent to two-story spaces, may be utilized to fulfill this requirement.

   (D)   Parking lot areas and facilities.

      (1)   Parking lot requirements for multi-family, mixed use, and non-residential uses.

         (a)   Ground level parking in buildings and parking structures is permitted, if the street level frontage of the building complies with the requirements outlined in this subsection.

         (b)   In no case shall ground level parking lots occupy more than one-third of a lot’s frontage along a pedestrian street or street segment; excluding primary and secondary entries.

         (c)   Parking and exterior loading areas shall be buffered from any adjacent pedestrian way by planting canopy trees and providing a landscaped area with a continuous row of high shrubs, or a fence or seating wall, subject to the design review process.

         (d)   On private property, pervious materials, other than loose rock or gravel, may be utilized for required parking spaces and parking drive aisles, subject to the design review process.

      (2)   Parking structures. When possible, parking structures (garages) shall be placed in the center of the block and may utilize ground floor parking. See Figure 156.1041-1: Parking Structure Location.

   ( E)    Access and connectivity.

      (1 )   R esident ial uses, including detached single-family dwellings, duplex dwellings, and townhouse dwellings.

         (a)   Units on the second floor and above must have a direct access to the street. This access may be created through the use of a single or multiple lobby(ies) that access the street level.

         (b)   Where duplex or townhouse dwellings may be approved along any boulevard streets, requirements for sidewalks and street tree plantings shall be in accordance with the specifications of the respective sub-area.

         (c)   Parking in structures not located mid-block shall be above the ground floor or behind the storefront or residential uses, if located on the ground floor as described below.

            1.   If located to the side of a building, the parking structure must be set back from the front of that building and have an architectural façade.

            2.    Slopi ng floor s shall not be visible from primary streets.

            3.   Retail storefronts, residences, or other business uses on street level shall be required on street frontages of parking structures to provide vitality.

            4.   Vehicular access shall be from side streets or alleys wherever possible, and not directly from the primary street.

      (2)   Incentive for parking structures. There shall be no maximum parking requirements for commercial uses if a parking structure is utilized on site.

      (3)   Parking for outdoor dining. Parking for outdoor dining shall be determined by the minimum number of off-street parking spaces required for restaurant use in Subchapter F, Part 2 and not based upon square footage of outdoor use area.

   (F)   Vehicular access.

      (1)   Access points to the boulevards shall look like streets, with identifiable features including pavement markings, sidewalks and crosswalks, planting strips, and canopy trees, distinguishable from parking lot entrances, as illustrated in the figures below.

 

      (2)   Shared vehicular access is encouraged; the benefit is more frontage and more developable land on parcels.

      (3)   Residential uses, including detached single-family dwellings, duplex dwellings, and townhouse dwellings. In cases where single-family lots are subdivided with access to an existing public street, access for parking must be located to the rear of the lots (alley-fed). Driveways for individual dwelling units may not be located on existing public streets.

   (G)   Drive-through uses.

      (1)   Because driving culture is not compatible with the walkability goals of the Village Scale Pedestrian area, drive-through facilities are generally discouraged, and may need to be located internal to sites, behind other road-front buildings that meet the goals of the standards.

      (2)   Drive-through lanes are prohibited within the activity zone.

      (3)   Drive-through lanes shall not present impediments to the smooth and orderly flow of pedestrian or vehicular traffic to or within the site.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)

§ 156.1055 APPLICABILITY.

§ 156.1056 SUPPLEMENTAL BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS.

   (A)   Generally.

      (1)   Buildings shall front on Shem Creek;

      (2)   Avoid monolithic massing and create visual variety;

      (3)   Provide variation in cornice and/or eave height along Shem Creek;

      (4)   Vary building elevation, using step-backs or other changes in building massing to limit continuous repetitive facades; and

      (5)   Vary building height, roof slope, and roof details.

   (B)   Building edge and massing.

      (1)   The building edge must be maintained for at least 75% of any frontage on Shem Creek; and

      (2)   Continuous repetitive facades must be limited to 50 feet along building fronts.

   (C)   View plane.

      (1)   A view plane for Shem Creek or marsh frontages shall be defined, beyond which no building element shall penetrate, determined by maximum allowable façade height at the minimum building setback line, starting at a height of 25 feet along this line, at an angle of 30 degrees upward from the horizontal.

      (2)   Building façades shall be no closer to Shem Creek than the minimum setback defined below in this section and no further than 15 feet beyond the resulting minimum building setback.

   (D)   Rooflines.

      (1)   Roofs must maintain a sloped or gabled design.

      (2)   However, a flat roof may be provided at the center of a structure solely for the purpose of housing required mechanical equipment and associated services areas not accessible by the public.

      (3)   Roofing materials shall be metal standing seam, terne metal, corrugated or 5-V crimp metal.

   (E)   Materials.

      (1)   Primary building materials. Primary building materials shall be wood. For the purposes of this division, wood shall refer to wood, cementitious siding, and other synthetic materials meant to facilitate the appearance of wood siding as described herein.

      (2)   Secondary building materials. Secondary building materials shall be wood except as provided below:

         (a)   Limited use of 5-V crimp, corrugated, standing seam terne metal, or standing seam copper architectural metal cladding, may be incorporated into the overall building composition when used as an architectural accent and when found to meet the intent of this section. Such architectural cladding will exhibit features, such as quality architectural materials, a natural finish, and concealed fasteners.

         (b)   Metal cladding shall not constitute more than 50% of any façade.

   (F)   Elevated buildings.

      (1)   Buildings in flood zones.

         (a)   In order to project a pedestrian-friendly streetscape, it is highly recommended that alternatives to elevating commercial buildings located in “AE” flood zones be pursued. This may be accomplished by floodproofing or altering the elevation of the finished floor inside the building. However, in the event that these techniques are not feasible, and the building must be elevated, such elevation may not exceed the minimum elevation required by Town of Mount Pleasant flood damage prevention regulations.

         (b)   All elevated buildings shall utilize traditional building design elements such as doors and window openings to give the appearance of a traditional ground floor where those façades are most visible from the public view to the extent allowed by Town of Mount Pleasant flood damage prevention ordinances.

         (c)   Where flood damage prevention ordinances prohibit or severely limit the use of architectural treatments to create the appearance of a ground floor, landscaping should be used to screen the ground floor area.

      (2)   Open space and parks. Passive parks, plazas or public gathering spaces should be utilized to facilitate a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly streetscape between the street and building façade of elevated buildings.

      (3)   Street furniture. Street furniture shall be utilized in passive parks, plazas, or public gathering spaces between the street and building façade of elevated buildings to enhance and facilitate the pedestrian experience.

      (4)   Parking design standards.

         (a)   Stand up curbing will not be required within parking lots; however concrete wheel stops shall be used to border and define drive aisles, where determined necessary. Alternative curbing substitutes shall be reviewed through the design review process.

         (b)   Diamond-shaped planter islands (minimum 36-inch width), which must include Sabal palms or single-stem Crape myrtles, shall be placed every 36 feet within a row of parking, both internally and when adjacent to rear and side property lines. The planter will be placed in the center of the intersection of four parking spaces. The equidistant placement of this planter will provide vegetation in the parking area, without detracting from parking counts. See Figure 156.1056-1: Diamond-Shaped Planter Island.

         ( c)   Planter islands are not required to terminate parking rows.

         ( d)   Gravel parking is permitted as a suitable material. However, accessible parking stalls must meet IBC standards in which gravel is not permitted.

      (5)    Buffer and landscaping vegetation requirements.

         ( a)   Natural habitats. As the Shem Creek area is a noted habitat containing wetlands and estuaries housing migratory birds, required landscaping shall be native or bird-friendly species, with an intention to create or augment habitat areas.

         (b)   Perimeter buffers only. In the interest of meeting the district's intent of both pedestrian interconnectivity and accommodation of parking, internal buffers will not be required between neighboring properties within the districts, except for the following conditions.

            1.   A five-foot A-type bufferyard (two canopy trees, three understory, five shrubs per 100 feet linear) with native or bird-friendly vegetation shall be required around the outer perimeter of each district and along the following district streets: Coleman Blvd., Mill St., and Haddrell.

            2.   If a conflict in application of requirements exists, the district's specific buffer requirements shall apply first; Planned Development district zoning specific requirements second; and requirements of Subchapter D third.

      (6)   Site furnishings and miscellaneous.

         (a)   Bike racks will be required to be installed at each commercial establishment in conjunction with any site or building additions, renovations, or remodels.

         (b)   Mobile raised planters are encouraged to help define outdoor activity space within the perimeter of a property. Planters are not permitted to obstruct pedestrian interconnectivity or prohibit interaction with the public realm as approved through the design review process.

   (G)   Parking. The applicant must propose a parking design plan for consideration as part of the design review process.

      (1)   No more than 10% of surface parking areas shall be covered by impervious surfaces, as defined in Subchapter N.

      (2)   For the uses listed below, the following requirements apply:

         (a)   Restaurant: 1.25 parking spaces per 100 square feet.

         (b)   Lodging: one parking space per room

         (c)   Office: one parking space per 200 square feet.

         (d)   Except as provided in division (G)(2)(f) below, kayak and paddleboard rentals:

            1.   One parking space per four individual watercrafts available for use by customers; and

            2.   One parking space per two full time employees

         (e)   Except as provided in division (G)(2)(f) below, charter boats, water taxis, and other excursions:

            1.   One parking space per four individual passenger capacity available for use by customers; and

            2.   One parking space per two employees.

         (f)   Kayak and paddleboard rentals, charter boats, water taxis, and other water-related excursions land uses may satisfy the above requirements by either:

            1.   Providing shuttle services to all customers; or

            2.   Providing required parking on an adjacent parcel, which may be separated by a local road.

         (g)   For all other land uses, minimum parking provided must be as specified in Subchapter F, Part 2.

(Ord. passed 1-14-25)