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F. North and South Buffalo Corridor architectural standards. (1) Intent and applicability. These architectural standards shall be applied to the North and South Buffalo Corridor area in addition to the regulations of 225-15. These additional guidelines and standards are intended to ensure new development defines a unique North and South Buffalo Corridor identity for the Village of Orchard Park, while also allowing for flexibility of expression at the individual building level. New development or renovations, including those incorporating contemporary styles, should have a high level of architectural integrity resulting in attractive, inviting, and visually interesting structures. New development and renovations shall not detract from the desired pedestrian-scaled streetscape and walkability of the corridor, and should respect the documented historic character of Village of Orchard Park where applicable. Should there be a conflict between this section and any other, the North and South Buffalo Corridor area regulations shall take precedence. (2) Building placement and orientation. Placement refers to how a building is situated on the lot. Orientation refers to the location of a building's main axis or front facade. (a) The front facade of all structures shall be oriented to North and South Buffalo. (b) Buildings situated at corners shall be considered to have two front facades or primary facades. A corner structure should "wrap" the corner by continuing certain facade elements (such as the cornice or horizontal accent bands) on all street elevations Figure 7 (Façade Elements): All structures within the North and South Buffalo Street Corridor shall provide the minimum level of transparency required by this code as well as façade requirements pictured and outlined above. (see Figure 7).