§ 3.0.0. Director's Review.

All building designs designated as Architectural Design Standards for Categories 2, 3, and 4 shall be subject to review and approval of the Director of Planning and Development, or his/her designee, prior to the issuance of a building permit. Alternate building designs, architectural materials or color selections that vary from the architectural design standards of Category 1 herein may be granted a modification upon review by the Director of the Department of Planning and Development. The Director may authorize review of the modification from Category 1 by the Planning Commission. Alternate building designs, architectural materials or color selections that vary from the architectural design standards of Category 2, 3, or 4, herein shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. Creative, innovative and unique designs are encouraged, but care must be taken to maintain compatibility to surrounding buildings and community features. If a design is denied by the Director of Planning and Development, the applicant may submit the design for appeal to the Planning Commission.