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27.39.030 SPECIAL USES.

The following uses may also be permitted if their site locations and proposed development plans are first approved as provided in chapters 27.06 through 27.12, 27.62, 27.72, 27.78 and 27.80:

(1) Any of the special uses in the CBD District, in addition to:

(a) Automobile service stations.

(b) Fast food restaurants, including drive-through and drive-in service, subject to the following design criteria in addition to the standards required under this chapter:

(i) New construction should incorporate dominant architectural elements, colors and materials common to nearby buildings.

(ii) The building's street facade shall provide visual interest through the use of transparent windows or architectural detailing.

(iii) Pedestrian access shall be encouraged through the use of recessed doors and windows, awnings, street trees and sidewalk furniture.

(iv) Landscaping shall be used to screen drive-through or drive-in aisles from the public right of way and shall be used to minimize the visual impact of readerboard signs and directional signs.

(v) The driveway shall be designed to minimize conflicts between pedestrians and vehicles, and shall provide adequate site visibility.

(vi) A litter control plan shall be submitted with an application. The litter control plan shall indicate the location of trash receptacles and provisions for employee maintenance of the site.