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Article 6: Development Standards Section 6.6: Additional Standards for Overlay Districts Orange County, North Carolina – Unified Development Ordinance Page 6-20 (7) Exterior Finish Materials (a) Exterior finish materials must conform to and be in harmony with the exterior design of neighboring structures and the overall design of improvements described throughout these guidelines. (b) Building exteriors must be constructed of materials which are sufficiently durable to guarantee low maintenance and a reasonable life span, and to withstand abuse by vandals or accidental damage from machinery. (c) Exterior materials must have an attractive texture, pattern or quality of detailing. Acceptable building materials include those which appear natural in texture and color such as stone, unpainted brick, wood, and textured concrete. (d) Siding must reflect in texture and color that which is typical of the area and region. (8) Roof Lines and Materials (a) The roof design must be considered as a component of the overall architectural design theme and must be taken into consideration during the initial design phase for the structure(s). (b) Nearly vertical roofs (A-frames) and piecemeal mansard roofs (used on a portion of the building perimeter only) must not be utilized. Mansard roofs must wrap around the entire perimeter of the structure. (c) All rooftop mechanical equipment, vents, ducts, and communication antennas and towers must be screened from view or designed and installed in a manner using materials and colors compatible with the building architecture. All such equipment must be located below the highest vertical element of the building, with the exception of tower-type communication antennas which do not exceed a height of 15 feet from base to top. (d) Except for standing rib metal roofs and copper roofs, corrugated metal, highly reflective surfaces, and illuminated roofing must not be used: (e) Rooftop solar collectors, skylights, and other reflective rooftop building elements must be designed and installed in a manner which prevents reflected glare. (f) Solar panels must be integrated into the roof design, flush with the roof slope. Frames must be colored to complement the roof. Natural aluminum frames are prohibited. (g) Support solar equipment must be enclosed and screened from view. SECTION 6.6: ADDITIONAL STANDARDS FOR OVERLAY DISTRICTS 6.6.1 Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA) (A) Provisions for Flood Hazard Reduction In all SFHAs the following additional standards shall be met: (1) All new construction and substantial improvements shall be designed and adequately anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement of the structure. (2) All new construction and substantial improvements shall be constructed with materials and utility equipment resistant to minimize flood damage. 53