Buildings sited at the tops of localized highpoints dominate the landscape, interrupting an otherwise open, natural vista. Sites containing highpoints should be developed near the middle or bottom of slopes utilizing natural vegetation as a buffer. Furthermore, the natural topography should be further respected and used to nestle buildings into the landscape. Reducing cut and fill will minimize clearing and prevent erosion and sedimentation. Signage Signage is a significant design element, affecting the visual quality and therefore the viability of commercial activity, as well as the directional needs of cars and people.
Signs can either add or detract from the community image.
Signs not only enhance or define the architecture, but support the intended function of the business being advertised. The quality of signage, material, color, size, and placement are the owner's personal signature. Coordinate signs for a given area to reduce the overall mix of sizes, colors, and styles. 14.3.8.3 Lighting Outdoor lighting has a significant impact on the safety, security and visual quality of a development and the community. During the day, lighting fixtures are part of the visual character of the site design.