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(i) All taxes/fees associated with the property shall be paid when due, as determined by the City Treasurer. (j) For each townhouse, the finished floor elevation of the first habitable level shall be a minimum of sixteen (16) inches above the average finished grade at the front of the structure. (k) The exterior fagade materials for all elevations (front, rear, and sides) of each townhouse shall consist of one or more of the following high-quality, durable materials: (i) Brick veneer or stone; (ii) Cement -based siding (e.g. HardiePlank); (iii) High-quality vinyl siding with a minimum thickness of 0.044 inches, limited to lapped or beaded profiles only; (iv) Cement -fiber board siding (e.g. LP SmartSide or an approved equal). Alternative materials must be approved by the Portsmouth Planning Department or Design Review Committee prior to construction. (1) Roofing materials shall be limited to architectural -grade fiberglass shingles with a minimum 25 -year manufacturer warranty, standing seam metal roofing, or copper. Standard three -tab shingles shall not be permitted. (m) The following design elements shall be incorporated to enhance architectural character and reduce uniformity: (i) Rooflines: A minimum of two (2) distinct roofline profiles shall be used across the development. Rooflines must vary in height or orientation across front facades to provide visual interest and articulation. (ii) Front Fagade Articulation: Each unit shall incorporate at least one (1) front facing architectural projection or recess (e.g. bay window, porch, stoop, entry recess) to break up flat wall planes and create a more human -scaled street presence. (iii) Windows: All front facades shall include a minimum of two (2) windows per story, with architectural detailing such as trim, grids, or shutters that are consistent with the building's overall design character. (n) Rear elevations shall not consist solely of blank or unarticulated walls. Each rear elevation must include: