A. Awnings or similar pedestrian shelters shall be proportionate to the building and shall not obscure the building’s architectural details. If transom windows exist, awning placement shall be above or over the transom windows where feasible.

B. Awnings shall be placed between pilasters.

C. Where feasible, awnings shall be placed at the same height as those on adjacent buildings in order to maintain a consistent horizontal rhythm along the street front.

D. Awnings should be constructed of soft canvas, fabric, or matte finished vinyl. The use of wood, metal or plastic awnings is prohibited.

E. Awnings may be indirectly illuminated; internal illumination of awnings is prohibited.

F. Awning colors shall be of a low reflective, subtle, neutral or earth tone color. The use of high intensity colors such as black, neon, metallic or florescent colors for the awning are prohibited. (Ord. 4797 §1, 2003).