§ 6-30. Mechanical equipment.

(A)

In general. All mechanical equipment installed on or adjacent to structures shall be arranged so as to minimize visual impact using one of the following methods.

(1)

Screened by another structure. Mechanical equipment installed on or adjacent to a structure may be screened by a fence, wall, or similar structure. Such screening structure shall comply with the following standards:

(a)

The required screening shall be permanently attached to the structure or the ground and shall conform to all applicable building code requirements.

(b)

The required screening shall be constructed with materials that are architecturally compatible with the structure.

(c)

Off-premise advertising signs and billboards shall not be considered required screening.

(2)

Screened by vegetation. Mechanical equipment installed adjacent to the structure served may be screened by hedges, bushes, or similar vegetation.

(3)

Screened by the structure it serves. Mechanical equipment on, or adjacent to, a structure may be screened by a parapet or wall of sufficient height, built as an integral part of the structure.

(4)

Designed as an integral part of the structure. If screening is impractical, mechanical equipment may be designed so that it is balanced and integrated with respect to the design of the building.

(B)

Exceptions. The following mechanical equipment shall be exempt from the screening requirements of this section:

(1)

Minor equipment not exceeding one (1) foot in height.

(2)

Mechanical equipment accessory to a single or two-family dwelling.

(3)

Mechanical equipment located in an industrial district not less than three hundred (300) feet from a residence or residential zoning district.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99)