(1)
Traffic, off-street parking, and pedestrian circulation.
a.
Site plans shall minimize dangerous traffic movements and congestion, while achieving efficient traffic flow and providing the minimum number of off-street parking spaces required by Article VII (Off-Street Parking and Loading).
b.
Off-street parking shall not be permitted to dominate the visual
image of any development site. Where practical, parking shall be located
in side and rear yards. Parking located in any yard shall be screened
with landscaping as required in Part D of this article (Landscape
Standards).
c.
Sidewalks. Pedestrian sidewalks, not less than five feet in width,
shall be incorporated into the site plan and are required: 1) along
all sides of a lot that abut a public street and 2) along all sides
of a building visible from a public right-of-way or accessible from
an off-street parking area. The Zoning Officer may otherwise determine
that additional landscaping is preferred in lieu of a sidewalk not
abutting a public street.
d.
Crosswalks, designated by striping or alternate paving material,
are required across vehicular driveways to connect off-street parking
with building entrances, where practical. To enhance pedestrian safety
and comfort, and increase the attractiveness of the walkway, pedestrian
paths shall be clearly distinguished from vehicular drives with landscaping,
paving materials, or architectural elements.
e.
Traffic studies may be required by the Village Zoning Officer or
Village Engineer. Such studies may include: a projection of the number
of motor vehicles to enter or leave the site, estimated daily and
peak hour traffic levels based on the Institute of Transportation
Engineers' Trip Generation, 3rd Edition (as may be updated from year
to year), projected traffic flow patterns, impact of development on
vehicular movement at major intersections and upon abutting roads
capacities, combined traffic impact of approved, but not yet fully
developed projects within the Village, safety and appropriateness
of site design and circulation, and any foreseen traffic hazards or
circulation conflicts.
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A traffic study shall be required when the development site
is:
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(2)
Access points, driveways and parking. Points of vehicular ingress
and egress from any site shall be limited to the adjacent major and/or
secondary thoroughfares only and shall be reviewed by the Zoning Officer
and Village Engineer for location and design of curb cuts and driveways
and for layout of parking and loading areas.
a.
Where practical, cross-access between sites is encouraged and shall
be granted through cross-access easement agreements.
b.
Minimum widths and distances of driveways shall be provided as follows:
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Table 6.03.01
Minimum Driveway and Access Standards
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Driveway width (one-way, minimum)
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12 to 16 feet
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Drive width (two-way, minimum)
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24 feet
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Number of driveways for each property:
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Not more than 2 in the first 100 feet of frontage and one per
additional 100 feet of frontage.
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Distance between driveways (measured from the two closest driveway
curb cuts, minimum)
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30 feet
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Distance of a driveway from a street intersection (measured
from the intersection of the street ROW to the nearest end of the
curb radius, minimum)
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30 feet
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Distance from the end of the driveway curb cut to the nearest
crosswalk (minimum)
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10 feet
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Curb radius of all driveways
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5 to 15 feet
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Angle between the curbline of a street and the center line of
a driveway (minimum)
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60°
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c.
Vehicles used in conjunction with any permitted business may be parked
only on the building owner's property.
(3)
Site improvements; service/utility areas. All service and utility
areas, including but not limited to, loading docks, exterior storage
areas, trash enclosures, dumpsters, HVAC and mechanical equipment
shall be screened from view. Service/utility areas shall meet the
following standards:
a.
All service or utility areas shall not be located near public rights-of-way,
building entrances, and pedestrian areas.
b.
All utility meters shall be located either inside the building or
in a recessed area within the rear or interior side yard facade of
the building. Utility metering and exterior mounted telecommunication
junction boxes shall be screened from view along a public right-of-way
by walls, fences, landscaping or other such elements in accordance
with applicable building codes and other agencies having jurisdiction.
c.
Trash, refuse, and recycling areas. Suitable areas for the storage
of trash, refuse and recyclables shall be provided and designed to:
1) be fully screened from view; 2) prevent waste from blowing around
the site or onto adjacent properties or public rights-of-way; and
3) permit safe, easy removal of trash, refuse and recyclables by truck
or hand. Where provided, refuse areas shall be screened as follows:
i.
All outdoor refuse and recycling collection and holding areas
shall be screened on three sides from public view by a matching masonry
wall integral to the building's architectural design.
ii.
The height of such wall enclosure is subject to the regulations set forth in this Article VI, Part D — Landscape Standards.
iii.
Where the use of a matching masonry wall for such screening
is not feasible, masonry, or other material approved by the Zoning
Officer, which is compatible with the main building's architectural
design with the same height requirements of a masonry wall may be
substituted at the determination of the Zoning Officer.
iv.
The opening to the refuse enclosure shall be gated with a solid
gate that is equal in height to the height of the enclosure.
v.
Refuse disposal enclosures shall be situated to the greatest
extent feasible, so that it does not face towards any abutting property
zoned residential.
vi.
The enclosure shall be used strictly for the confinement of
refuse awaiting pick up and the gate shall remain closed except when
refuse pick up occurs.
d.
All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened and enclosed in
a manner that masks the equipment from view from all sides. Architectural
features such as parapet walls and varying rooflines are encouraged.
The means of screening rooftop equipment shall relate to the building
materials, architecture and color.
e.
All utilities (e.g. electrical, communication) shall be buried underground.
(4)
Solar energy collection systems.
[Added 11-28-2023 by Ord. No. 2023-3733]
a.
Solar energy collection systems must be mounted to the roof portion
of a primary or accessory structure. Freestanding solar energy collection
systems are prohibited.
b.
When mounted on a sloped roof, a solar energy collection system must
be mounted in a manner such that it is generally parallel to the roof
plane on which it is mounted, and may not be offset from the plane
of the roof more than six inches.
c.
When mounted on a flat roof, a solar energy collection system must
either be (i) mounted parallel to the plane of the roof and offset
from the plane of the roof not more than six inches, or (ii) mounted
at an angle to the plane of the roof but screened in a manner that
masks the equipment from view from all sides and is at least the height
of the highest point of the solar energy collection system. Architectural
features such as parapet walls and varying rooflines are encouraged.
The means of screening rooftop equipment shall relate to the building
materials, architecture and color.
d.
All exterior conduit serving a solar energy collection system must
be concealed.
e.
Each panel array within a solar energy collection system is limited
to a maximum of four sides. One panel array is permitted per roof
plane.
(1)
Creative layout and design of the buildings within commercial, institutional,
or civic development is encouraged. The architectural quality should
be expressed on all four sides of a building and the utilization of
a campus-style layout is encouraged in large scale developments. Creative
layout and design will help decrease the overall mass of the development,
to prevent monotony, and to improve the aesthetic quality of the development.
(2)
To improve the future use and adaptability of the commercial, institutional,
and civic structures, buildings should not be designed in a manner
that limits the ability of the building to be reused for other users.
(3)
All commercial, institutional and civic buildings shall be designed
in accordance with the following:
[Amended 6-17-2014 by Ord. No. 2014-3106]
a.
Buildings must consist of solid and durable facades on all sides
of a building facing a public street and shall be compatible with
the character and scale of the surrounding area.
b.
Not less than 75% of each exterior building elevation shall incorporate
high-quality materials from the following list:
i.
Brick with a minimum thickness of 2.25 inches;
ii.
Natural stone;
iii.
Sandstone;
iv.
Other native stone;
v.
Pre-cast decorative stone;
vi.
Glass; or
vii.
Precast stone or precast concrete, but only if the building
is located in the M-B Light Manufacturing/Business District. Notwithstanding
any provision of this Zoning Ordinance to the contrary, precast stone
and precast concrete will not be permitted on a building elevation
facing a residential district except upon issuance of a special use
permit issued pursuant to Section 5.17 of this Zoning Ordinance.
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The required high-quality materials shall at a minimum extend
from ground level to the top of the first floor windows with minor
accents allowed. The use of materials not included in the list of
high-quality materials set forth in this Section 6.04(3)b on more
than 25% of a building elevation will be allowed only upon issuance
of a special use permit issued pursuant to Section 5.17 of this Zoning
Ordinance.
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(4)
The use of concrete block, precast panels, and/or masonry stucco
is permitted as a minor or accent building material, but is not permitted
for use as a predominant building material. The exterior surface of
a masonry wall shall consist of a textured finished surface, shall
not have a flat surface, and shall not be constructed of concrete
block or cinder block having a plain, flat surface. The use of exterior
insulation finishing systems ("EIFS") and metal and vinyl lap board
siding is prohibited.
[Amended 6-17-2014 by Ord. No. 2014-3106]
(5)
Any facade greater than 75 feet in length shall incorporate recesses,
projections, windows or other ornamental/architectural (i.e. dormers,
awnings, towers, etc) features along at least 30% of the length of
the facade abutting a public street in an effort to break up the mass
of the structure.
(7)
Outlot buildings that are part of a planned development or planned
commercial center should reflect the style, materials and/or design
elements of the main building. In cases where the existing main building
does not meet the design guidelines and standards (i.e., in terms
of visual design materials and layout of the building), new outlot
development proposals will be reviewed using the guidelines and standards
contained in this document.
(8)
Pedestrian-scale features/amenities, such as solid-colored awnings,
covered walkways, windows, street furniture, bicycle rack facilities,
and clearly defined entranceways are encouraged.
(9)
Common open space and outdoor seating areas are encouraged.
(10)
The location of drive-through facilities, including drive-through
lanes, bypass lanes, and service windows, adjacent to a public right-of-way
are not desirable and discouraged.
(11)
All roofs on a commercial structure shall incorporate at least
one of the following architectural treatments: (See Figures 6.04 A-D.[2])
a.
Overhanging eaves, extending no less than three feet past the
supporting walls;
b.
Sloping roofs that do not exceed the average height of the supporting
walls, with an average slope greater than or equal to four feet of
vertical rise for every 12 feet of run 4:12 and less than or equal
to 12 feet of vertical rise for every 12 feet of horizontal run 12:12.
c.
Three or more slope roof planes; or
d.
Prominent cornices along the roof line of any facade.
[2]
Editor's Note: Figures 6.04 A-D are included at the end of
this chapter.
(1)
Architectural elements, such as dormers, bay windows, porches, and
decks, are encouraged. These elements should be incorporated into
the building envelope and provided for on the approved plat.
(2)
Varying rooflines, including multiple peaks and slopes, are encouraged.
These rooflines help to break the mass of the overall structure and
add to the aesthetic quality of the development. In the same respect,
flat and mansard roofs are discouraged.
(3)
Creative layout and design of the buildings within the multiple-family
development is encouraged. Parallel rows of similar buildings are
discouraged. Creative layout and design will help to decrease the
overall mass of the development and prevent monotony.
(4)
Garages shall not dominate the front elevation of a multiple-family
structure. To promote social interaction in multiple-family communities,
front entryways should be clearly defined, in close proximity to each
other, and not separated by garage doors. Potential options respecting
garages and entryways include: where doorways are accessed from the
public right-of-way, two or more doorways should be adjacent to each
other, recessed from the front facade, and doorways should be adjacent
to each other.
(5)
Garages located at the rear of a lot with access from an alley are
preferred.
(6)
Open space and pedestrian amenities, such as courtyards, common seating
areas, recreational areas, gazebos, bike paths, and/or bicycle rack
facilities are required where deemed applicable. These amenities should
be easily accessible to all residents within the multiple-family development.
(7)
Rear elevations that front onto a public right-of-way, or are highly
visible within the development, should match the style, material,
and design of the front elevation of the building. These elevations
shall contain architectural features, such as dormers, decks, projections,
or varying rooflines, to decrease the overall mass of the structure
and add to the aesthetic quality of the development.
(9)
The exterior surface of a masonry wall shall consist of a textured
finished surface, shall not have a flat surface, and shall not be
constructed of concrete block or cinder block having a plain, flat
surface.
(1)
Brick or other masonry materials are required on all sides of the
industrialized structure. Where pre-cast concrete panels or split
face block is utilized, the use of colors, patterns, or other architectural
features within these panels/blocks is encouraged.
(2)
Building entryways should be clearly defined and visible from the
public right-of-way and should include protection from the elements
such as an awning or canopy.
(3)
Industrial buildings shall consist of solid and durable facades and
be compatible with the character and scale of the surrounding area.
(4)
Industrial buildings with facades facing a street greater than 75
feet in length shall incorporate recesses, projections, or other ornamental/architectural
features (i.e., dormers, awnings, towers etc.) along at least 20%
of the length of the facade, in an effort to break up the mass of
the structure.
(5)
The exterior surface of a masonry wall shall consist of a textured
finished surface, shall not have a flat surface, and shall not be
constructed of concrete block or cinder block having a plain, flat
surface.
[Ord. No. 2011-2937]
All outdoor lighting, except as provided in Section 6.07(6)
of this article, shall be subject to the following general requirements:
(1)
Photometrics plan required. A photometrics plan with lighting details is required for all nonresidential and multifamily residential development (Article V, Part B).
(2)
Outdoor parking lot fixtures.
a.
All outdoor parking lot lighting fixtures shall be fully shielded
with a total cut-off angle of not more than 90°, so that no glare
shall be cast onto adjacent properties.
b.
Total height of light fixtures, including the pole and supports,
shall be limited to a maximum of 24 feet.
c.
Light intensity at a property lines abutting a residential property
shall not exceed 0.5 footcandle.
d.
Parking lot fixtures shall be protected from vehicles by curbed landscape
islands and shall meet the following minimum and maximum illumination
levels:
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Type of Development
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Minimum IES* Illumination Level
(FC)
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Maximum IES* Illumination Level
(FC)
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Maximum to Minimum Ratio
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Average to Maximum Ratio
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Multifamily residential
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0.1
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1.5
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15.0:1
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4:1
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Commercial
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0.2
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2.1
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10.5:1
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3:1
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Industrial
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0.2
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3.0
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15.0:1
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4:1
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Institutional
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0.2
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2.1
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10.5:1
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3:1
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* Illuminating Engineering Society
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(4)
Spillover prohibited. Light spillover or direct glare onto adjacent
properties and rights-of-way is prohibited. All illumination level
readings shall be measured at ground level.
(5)
Overnight lighting prohibited. All outdoor lighting, with the exception
of security lighting, for commercial, industrial and any other nonresidential
activities, shall be extinguished between 11:00 p.m. (or whenever
the business closes, whichever is later) and sunrise.
(6)
Exceptions. This Section 6.07 shall not apply to: (a) streetlights:
or (b) transit shelter signs installed pursuant to Section 11.05(23)
of this Zoning Ordinance.
