(a) Flexibility in the application of design standards and guidelines may be permitted based on the following factors: (1) due to special site circumstances or existing site uses, or (2) the objectives of this Chapter are better achieved by allowing flexibility when considering the Design Standards and Guidelines.
(b) Exceptions to the Design Standards and Guidelines shall be based upon the circumstances of the individual application. Any decision on an exception shall not establish a precedent for future applications.
(c) Any proposed exception to the Design Standards and Guidelines shall be described as part of the design review application and shall be subject to recommendation by the Planning Department and final action by the decision-making body(ies). (Ord. 4761 § 44, 5/18/04)