A. “Height” when applied to a structure in the R-1L and R-2 Zones that is to undergo a “substantial improvement” as defined by applicable regulations of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, as may be amended from time to time, means the vertical distance between the highest point of the structure (excluding chimneys) to Base Flood Elevation plus one foot of freeboard as required by Chapter 16.20 of the Belvedere Municipal Code, unless otherwise allowed for in Section 19.56 of the Belvedere Municipal Code. Base Flood Elevation for the purposes of the Section shall be defined by applicable regulations of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, as may be amended from time to time. “Height” when applied to a structure in the R1-L and R-2 Zones that does not involve a “substantial improvement” is measured from Existing Grade.

B. “Height” when applied to a structure in the R1-W and R-3C Zones means the vertical distance from highest point of the structure (excluding chimneys) to the curb. Measurement from curb shall be from the midpoint of the curb located at the property Frontage, as defined in Section 19.08.213.

C. “Height” when applied to a structure in all other Zones means the vertical distance from the highest point of the structure (excluding chimneys) to Existing Grade as defined in Section 19.08.224. (Ord. 2019-1 § 3, 2019; Ord. 2015-3 Exhibit C, 2015; Ord. 89-1 § 1, 1989.)