(1) The height of buildings is measured in the manner set forth in Title 10, Appendix A, Building Height. The height of other structures not containing a roof is the vertical distance from the base of the structure to its highest point.

(2) Height limitations shall generally not apply to accessory projections such as steeples or spires on places of religious assembly, elevator shaft housings, water towers, or chimneys, except as may be limited by a condition of permit approval, provided the accessory projection is not intended for human occupancy, and that it is removed not less than twenty feet from any adjoining lot line. (Ord. 2046, § 2 (Exh. A), 2018; Ord. 1634, § 33, 2004.)