§ 4.07. Building height limitation set by referendum.

No building that exceeds 35 feet shall be permitted in the city.

(a)

Purpose. To protect the public health, safety, general welfare and aesthetics.

(b)

Point of reference. The point of reference for determining the height of a building shall be the greater of one foot above the crown of the road in front of the proposed building or the average of the natural existing grade. The point of reference for determining the height of a commercial building affected by the coastal construction control line will be the minimum elevation required for habitable space required by Florida Administrative Code.

(c)

Damaged buildings over 35 feet. Such buildings may be rebuilt to their original height.

(d)

Exceptions.

1.

Non-residential buildings may be allowed an additional five-feet for uses such as air conditioners, solar cells, elevators and parking.

2.

Antennas, flagpoles, steeples, and water towers not intended for human occupancy may exceed the height limit.

(e)

Lower height limits. City council may impose lower height limits in individual zoning districts.

(Ord. No. 2004-06, § 1, 6-7-04/11-2-04)