Ordinance No. 131 Consolidated Land Use Ordinance

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4. Prohibited Materials. No buildings shall be constructed of sheet aluminum, asbestos, iron, steel, corrugated metal, plastic or fiberglass siding. Face materials which rapidly deteriorate or become unsightly such as galvanized metal or unfinished structural clay tile are not permitted. 8. Colors. Colors used for exterior surfaces shall be harmonious with surrounding development and shall visually reflect the traditional concept of the town center. Contrasting colors should be used to emphasize architectural detail. Where a development plan proposes multiple buildings, the plan shall carry over colors and materials across adjacent buildings. 9. Roofs. The predominant roof shape in the Neighborhood Center subzone is flat with articulated parapets; the predominant roof shape in the Neighborhood General subzone is peaked. Roof shapes in the Neighborhood Mixed - Use subzone should achieve a gradual transition between the two roof types. 10. Outdoor Storage. There shall be no outdoor storage of either materials or products except through the issuance of a conditional use permit. 11. Screening. Property boundaries abutting property that is not included within the Gateway District shall have significant dense vegetative screening. 12. Signage. Signage should be integrated as an architectural element, with attention given to the color, scale and orientation of all proposed signs in relation to the overall design of the building. Signs shall conform to the regulations in Section 19 of this ordinance. Updated January 2025 — Gem Lake Consolidated Land Use Ordinance No. 131 57