§ 615-7. Considerations in determining appropriateness.

If the Commission determines that the proposed erection, alteration, or parking will be appropriate, it shall issue a certificate of appropriateness. In passing on appropriateness as to exterior architectural features, buildings or structures, the Commission shall consider, in addition to other pertinent factors, the type and style of exterior windows, doors, light fixtures, signs, aboveground utility structures, mechanical appurtenances and the type and texture of building materials. The Commission shall also consider the historical and architectural value and significance, architectural style, scale, general design, arrangement, texture and material of the architectural features involved and their relationship to the exterior architectural style and pertinent features of other buildings and structures in the immediate neighborhood. In passing on appropriateness as to parking, the Commission shall consider the size of such parking area, the visibility of cars parked therein, the closeness of such area to adjacent buildings and other similar factors.