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• • CHAPTER 3. COMMERCIAL, MIXED -USE & CIVIC DISTRICT STANDARDS 3.1. ALLOWABLE USES Table 1 indicates allowable land uses, both permitted (P) and conditional (C), in each of the land use Districts designated on the Land Use Plan. Conditional uses are expected to meet special requirements in their design or on -going operation. The Mixed -Use, Commercial and Civic Districts preclude uses that would likely detract from their compact and pedestrian- friendly character. In Mixed -Use Districts, community- and neighborhood - serving retail stores (such as full- service grocery, drug and hardware stores), entertainment uses, restaurants, and specialty shops are preferred. Assisted Living Facilities allowed in certain portions of the Commercial Districts, are subject to Commercial and Mixed Use standards. Upper -story housing is also allowed in Mixed -Use Districts over ,.,,,..,a er office commercial or civic uses. All housing in Mixed Use Districts are subject to , and is subject to the standards for the Mixed -Use Districts, rather than the standards for the Residential Districts. Theater (behir d) Apartmenh Page 16 LLTCDDG Commercial and Mixed Use Districts. Building entries and windows shall line streets to create a "Main Street" pedestrian friendly character. Activity. Outdoor seating and cafes are encouraged on sidewalks and within setbacks in the Commercial and Mixed -Use District, to increase activity and interest at the street.