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(2) Prohibited materials include large expanses of corrugated metal or unfinished concrete block, except as minor accent elements not exceeding 25% of any facade. D. Roof Design. (1) Flat roofs shall include parapets with architectural detailing. (2) Sloped roofs shall utilize traditional forms such as gable or hip roofs. Parking and Circulation. A. Parking Layout. (1) Parking areas shall be divided into smaller sections through landscaped islands. (2) No parking row shall exceed 12 spaces without a landscaped break. B. Pedestrian Circulation. (1) Safe and clearly delineated pedestrian pathways shall connect parking areas to building entrances. (2) Walkways shall be distinguished through materials, striping, or grade separation. C. Internal Circulation. Site design shall promote safe vehicular circulation and minimize conflicts between vehicles and pedestrians. Landscaping and Buffering. A. General Requirements. Landscaping shall be provided to enhance visual quality and screen parking and service areas. B. Residential Buffers. A minimum 20-foot landscaped buffer shall be provided adjacent to residential uses. C. Parking Lot Landscaping. (1) One (1) tree shall be provided for every ten (10) parking spaces. (2) Interior landscaped islands shall be required every ten (10) parking spaces. Lighting Standards. A. All exterior lighting shall be fully shielded and directed downward. B. Maximum pole height shall be 20 feet. C. Lighting shall not produce glare or spill onto adjacent properties. D. Lighting design shall be consistent with dark-sky principles and suburban design standards utilized in Erie County. Signage Standards. A. Freestanding Signs. (1) Monument signs shall be required. (2) Pole signs are prohibited. 15