(1) Buildings over 30 feet in height must distinguish a "base" at ground level using articulation and materials such as stone, masonry, or decorative concrete.

(2) The "top" of the building must emphasize a distinct profile or outline with elements such as projecting parapet, cornice, upper-level setback or pitched roof line.

(3) For buildings over 60 feet in height, the "middle" of the building may be distinguished from the top and base by a change in materials or color, windows, balconies, step backs and signage.

(4) An alternate design for massing and articulation may be approved under SCC 30.34A.180 provided the design reduces the apparent bulk of multi-story buildings and maintains pedestrian scale. (Added by Amended Ord. 09-079, May 12, 2010, Eff date May 29, 2010).