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• where they will be located.Relocations of dwellings require a relocation permit. 1004.04 Existing Setbacks If existing houses on 50%or more of the frontage of any block have a predominant front yard setback less than the minimum required in this chapter,any new construction on that block frontage may have a reduced front yard setback equal to the average front yard setback of the two adjacent houses on the same side of the street. 1004.05 One-and Two-Family Design Standards A. One-and Two-Family Design Standards:The standards in this section are applicable to all one-and two-family buildings,with the exception of accessory dwelling units. The intent of these standards is to create streets that are pleasant and inviting,and to promote building faces which emphasize living area as the primary function of the building or function of the residential use. 1. Garage doors shall not occupy more than 40%of the building facade (total building front);and • 2. Garage doors shall be set back at least 5 feet from the primary building face predominant portion of the principal use. B. Requirements Apply to All New Construction: On lots with physical constraints,such as lakefront lots,where the Community Development Department determines that compliance with these requirements is impactful,the Community Development Department may waive the requirements and instead require design enhancements to the garage doors to ensure that the purpose of the requirements is achieved.Design enhancements required for garage doors where the preceding requirements cannot be met may include such things as paint,raised panels,decorative windows,and other similar treatments to complement the residential portion of the facade. 1004.06 Multi-Family Design Standards The standards in this Section are applicable to all structures that contain three or more units.Their intent is to encourage multi- family building design that respects its context,incorporates some of the features of one-family dwellings within the surrounding neighborhood,and imparts a sense of individuality rather than uniformity. • The following standards apply to new buildings and major expansions (i.e.,expansions that constitute 50%or more of building floor area).