A. The
purpose of the Central Lathrop design review board is to produce a
harmonious, pleasing and desirable appearance of sites, structures
and signs through the review of the site design and building design
in the Central Lathrop Specific Plan planning area including, but
not limited to, materials, textures, colors and such other elements
of construction which affect the exterior appearance of structures;
to encourage originality in site design, building design, and construction
in a manner which will enhance the physical appearance and attractiveness
of the community; to preserve the investments in properties which
exhibit tasteful consideration of the external physical appearance
of the site and structures thereon; to encourage and enhance the desirability
of private investment within the surrounding area; and to insure compliance
with the Central Lathrop Specific Plan and the design guidelines associated
therewith.
B. Site and architectural design review provisions of this chapter shall apply to any permitted or conditional use listed within the VR-CL (Variable Density); HR-CL (High Density Residential); R/MU-CL (Residential/Mixed-Use Zoning); NC-CL (Neighborhood Commercial Zoning); CO-CL (Commercial Office Zoning); P/SP-CL: Public/Semi-Public Zoning); and OS-CL (Open Space Zoning) of this Chapter
17.62 of the Lathrop Municipal Code. There shall be no exceptions to such application, except as may be granted for historic structures designated by the city of by previously approved specific plans.
(Ord. 04-245 § 3; Ord. 23-449, 11/13/2023)