§ 27-371. Limited professional uses in multifamily projects.

(a)

The offices of accountants, architects, clergymen, engineers, lawyers, medical practitioners, and those of similar recognized and learned professions may be permitted, subject to the following:

(1)

Office space suitable for the practice of the profession is unavailable in the nearest Commercial Zone;

(2)

Office use shall be limited to not more than four (4) such professionals in any multifamily project;

(3)

The office shall not be located above the ground-level floor, and shall be so located, constructed, and sound controlled as to protect tenants of the building from noise, odor, and office traffic;

(4)

The residential appearance of the exterior of the premises shall not be changed;

(5)

There is a demonstrated need for the use, based on population, the unavailability of other similar professionals in the general vicinity, and other relevant factors; and

(6)

Although the use need not be located in a multifamily building, it shall be located within a multifamily project.