1.   All building mechanical systems such as air conditioning units, exhaust systems, satellite dishes, fire escapes, elevator housing, and other similar elements (including dumpsters) shall be integrated into the overall design and character of the building and screened from view.

2.   Landscaping and other screening devices, including decorative opaque fencing shall be used to soften the view of these features from the adjoining properties and the public street.

3.   Architectural lighting shall be recessed under roof overhangs or generated from a concealed source, low-level light fixtures. This includes lighting used under canopies, e.g. canopies designed over gas pumps.

Last Updated on September 29, 2008
This Visual Interactive Code is intended to assist property owners, developers and residents in understanding and applying the Township's land development ordinances; However, the VIC; does not contain the Township's official land use ordinances in the exact form in which they were adopted, and may not contain the most recent versions of these ordinances. Official copies of the Township's land use ordinances may be obtained by visiting Township offices during regular business hours, 8 am to 4 pm, Mondays through Fridays, or by contacting Township staff at 724-935-3090, extension no. 109.