The purpose of the C-D civic design district shall be to promote the orderly, harmonious development of areas of the community adjacent to the civic center, parks, or other buildings or areas of special interest to the public, and to ensure that the appearance of the areas surrounding such facilities shall be maintained at a high standard. (Ord. 1000 § 22.61, 1955)

   A.   The civic design district shall be in the nature of a superimposed zone. Land classified in the civic design district shall also be classified in one or more other basic zones.

   B.   Property so classified shall be delineated on the zoning map by a combination of the zone symbols (for example, C-3, C-D).

   C.   The regulations set forth in this chapter on the civic design district shall be in addition to the regulations set forth in the underlying zone. In the event of a conflict between the provisions of the civic design district and the provisions of an underlying zone, the provisions of the civic design district shall control. (Ord. 1000 § 22.62, 1955)

In the C-D district, the principal permitted uses, accessory uses and conditional uses shall be the same as those set forth in the basic underlying zone. (Ord. 1000 § 22.63, 1955)

Development plan approval by the planning commission shall be required in the civic design district for any of the following:

   A.   Erection of a structure other than residential;

   B.   The moving of a structure onto the property or within the property;

   C.   A structural alteration which would substantially change the exterior appearance of a structure;

   D.   Erection or substantial alteration of a sign, wall or fence;

   E.   The installation or alteration of outdoor lighting equipment which would substantially change the exterior appearance of the use or structure;

   F.   Wherever an outdoor use is established, enlarged, or changed to another use. (Ord. 1000 § 22.64, 1955)

In addition to other considerations in regard to development plan approval, the planning commission shall take into consideration the following criteria in studying the plans and elevations of proposed buildings and uses in the civic design district:

   A.   The general exterior appearance of the buildings, including height, bulk, size and shape;

   B.   The color and texture of surface materials;

   C.   The relationship to existing buildings and structures in the area;

   D.   Consideration should also be given to probable future uses and structures in the area, based on the general plan, precise plans, or redevelopment plans for the area;

   E.   The setbacks and landscaping of yard areas;

   F.   The design, size, type and location of all signs, walls, fences and outdoor storage;

   G.   The illumination of buildings, grounds, parking areas and signs;

   H.   Any other feature or item having a direct relationship to the general appearance of the buildings and premises. (Ord. 1000 § 22.65, 1955)

If the commission desires, it may request the advice and consultation of a committee of qualified architects appointed by the council. (Ord. 1000 § 22.66, 1955)

The commission shall have the authority to disapprove any proposed building or structure, or any change in an existing building or structure which, in its opinion, would have detrimental effect on the appearance of the area under consideration. The commission may require changes in the architectural treatment of buildings or structures, and may require additional landscaping and development improvements as are necessary in its judgment to carry out the intent and purpose of the civic design district. (Ord. 1000 § 22.67, 1955)

In the event that the planning commission determines that changes or alterations are needed, the commission or its designated representative shall confer with the developer in an endeavor to have the plans changed so that the structures and uses of the premises will be harmonious and attractive in appearance, and at the same time fulfill the needs of the developer. (Ord. 1000 § 22.68, 1955)

All utilities and utility installations shall be underground in the C-D district. However, the planning commission may waive this requirement when it is found that the requirement would be unreasonable or impractical. (Ord. 1000 § 22.69, 1955)