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ORDINANCE NO.2013-012 constructed of durable and protective material, and shall be properly maintained. Plastic or fiberglass awnings shall not be permitted. 6. Standardized corporate or franchise architecture identified with a particular chain shall be discouraged unless it is compatible with surrounding architecture and conforms to these design standards. F. Window and Door Openings. 1. Commercial Fagade Transparency. a) Fifty percent(50%) of the first level building fagade that fronts a public street shall be made of transparent windows or doors. b) Twenty percent(20%) of all other first level building facades that are reasonably visible from the public right of way shall be comprised of window or door openings. Simulated or opaque windows may be used on service areas. c) If the building is a one story design and the first floor elevation exceeds twelve (12) feet, then only the first twelve (12) feet shall be included in calculating the fagade area. d) The City may consider a proportional reduction in the transparent window and door requirement on the public street fagade if additional transparent glass is used on the remaining sides. 2. Residential Fagade Transparency. At least twenty percent(20%) of all residential facades shall be comprised of transparent windows or balcony/door openings. Opaque or tinted windows may be used to provide privacy. 3. Configurations. The shape, size, and placement of windows and doors shall emphasize the intended organization and articulation of the fagade. Windows and doors shall be recessed at least one inch rather than being flush with the building fagade. 4. Materials. Acceptable materials for window trim include anodized aluminum, steel, wood, and clad wood. Door trim shall be made of steel, wood, or clad wood. 5. For buildings with a use or function that does not readily allow windows (e.g. cooler or freezer areas, mechanical rooms, security areas, storage areas) the transparent window standards may be reduced at the discretion of the City Council. However, aesthetic interest must be provided by the use of upper level windows or architectural detailing that provides arches,patterning, recesses, and shadowing. Architectural detailing may include such things as change in materials, change in color and other significant visual relief provided in a manner or at intervals in keeping with the size, mass, and scale of the wall. G. Building Color. Building colors shall be muted. Recommended colors include browns, grays,tans, beiges, and dark or muted green, blues, and reds. Bright or brilliant colors and 2