Facade materials and treatment for commercial and/or mixed-use buildings include the following:

Brick.

Stucco.

Stone.

The combination of materials is permitted upon approval of the Land Development Board and the Historic Preservation Committee (if required). Nonhistoric brick bonding patterns are prohibited.

In mixed-use buildings, the difference between ground floor commercial uses and entrances for upper level commercial or apartment uses shall be reflected by differences in facade treatment. Storefronts and other ground floor entrances shall be accentuated through cornice lines. Further differentiation can be achieved through distinct, but compatible, exterior materials, signs, awnings, and exterior lighting. Ground floor retail, service, and restaurant uses shall have large pane display windows that are framed by the surrounding wall and not to exceed 75% of the total ground level facade area.

Awnings and outdoor displays not to extend more than five feet from the facade. Stairs to upper levels must be inside building footprint. Balconies for housing on second floor shall not extend more than five feet.