Definitions for this zoning article

The definitions contained in Section of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance are incorporated herein. When used in this Article, the following words or phrases shall have the meaning given in this Article unless it shall be apparent from the context that a different meaning is intended.means a designated line that runs parallel to the property boundary along which the façade of a building shall be built for the purpose of creating a consistent street edge.means private uses of public property, such as signs in or overhanging in the public right-of-way, private landscaping in the public right-of-way, and similar uses.means an architectural term that refers to the perceived proportional relationship of a building's size and details to a person walking next to the building.refers to a type of zoning that allows a mixture of residential and other compatible uses in a single building (vertical mixed use) or in multiple buildings (horizontal mixed use) within a particular area, designated by a use district or special planning area.refers to the transition zone between the vehicular traffic in the roadway and pedestrian activity along the sidewalk. This zone serves to help buffer pedestrians from vehicular traffic and noise associated with the roadway. Street furniture and landscaping, such as street trees, seating areas, newspaper and brochure dispensers, trash receptacles, drinking fountains, street lighting, street signs, parking meters, bus stops, bicycle racks and art work (depending upon the appropriateness and scale) are typically placed within this zone.means the appearance of the street formed by the area of a building's façade that is exposed to view from the street.