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 North Hempstead
 Code of Ordinances
 Chapter 70. Zoning
 Article XXC. Port Washington Business Overlay District

  § 70-195.25. Eligibility for incentives.  

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  • To qualify for mixed-use occupancy as authorized in § 70-140B, development plans must include a minimum of 65% of the following elements:
    A. 
    Storefront.
    (1) 
    Contains strong horizontal elements.
    (2) 
    Contains continuous display windows.
    (3) 
    Main entrance is recessed.
    (4) 
    Main entrance allows for views into the interior.
    (5) 
    Contains at least one display window.
    (6) 
    At least 60% of the ground floor facade is transparent.
    (7) 
    Projecting cornices at the storefront.
    (8) 
    Decorative below-window panels.
    (9) 
    Display window(s) are prominent.
    (10) 
    Other architectural features that enhance window design.
    B. 
    Rear of building and parking area.
    (1) 
    Use of landscaping.
    (2) 
    Rear doorway is recessed.
    (3) 
    Rear doorway protected by canopy or awning.
    C. 
    Building facades.
    (1) 
    Upper floor windows vertically oriented.
    (2) 
    Varied roof forms.
    (3) 
    Materials are compatible with nearby structures.
    (4) 
    Use of bay windows.
    (5) 
    Use of building setbacks.
    (6) 
    Use of pilasters.
    (7) 
    Other features of architectural interest.
    D. 
    Roof and roofline.
    (1) 
    Use of peaked roofs.
    (2) 
    Use of green roofs or rooftop gardens.
    (3) 
    Equipment and utilities are screened.
    E. 
    Signs.
    (1) 
    Wall signs.
    (a) 
    Materials and colors consistent with architectural character.
    (b) 
    Use of natural materials.
    (c) 
    Use of easily recognized symbols, logos or illustrations.
    (d) 
    Use of dark background colors with light lettering.
    (e) 
    No more than three colors.
    (f) 
    Sign does not obscure architectural features.
    (g) 
    Use of easy-to-read block and curvilinear styles.
    (h) 
    No more than two different styles or fonts.
    (2) 
    Hanging signs.
    (a) 
    Indicates products/services offered.
    (b) 
    Maximum area of six square feet.
    (c) 
    At least seven feet six inches above sidewalk.
    (3) 
    Window signs.
    (a) 
    Not greater than 25% of the total glass area.
    F. 
    Awnings.
    (1) 
    Use of traditional form.
    (2) 
    Constructed of nonglossy, weather-resistant fabric.
    (3) 
    Lettering only located on awning apron and limited to store name or logo.
    G. 
    Loading and service areas.
    (1) 
    Does not impede traffic on adjacent streets.
    (2) 
    Screened from streets and adjacent properties.
    (3) 
    Material storage is enclosed.
    H. 
    Outdoor lighting.
    (1) 
    Appropriate height and intensity.
    (2) 
    Use of alternative lighting methods and materials.
    (3) 
    Adequately shielded.
    I. 
    Landscaping and pedestrian walkways.
    (1) 
    Landscaping and/or pedestrian walkways are provided.
    (2) 
    Use of xeriscaping, indigenous or drought-resistant species.