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landscaping. This requirement may be in addition to the requirements of the landscape regulations of the City. Building walls of parking structures shall be designed so as to express the scale and rhythm of fa~ade openings, fenestrations and architectural lines of primary use structures adjacent or above the garage space to maintain a consistent and harmonious fa~ade design. The street facades of enclosed parking structures shall be designed so as not to permit views of vehicles, exposed overhead lighting, or building utilities within the building. Parking ramps may not be expressed on facades facing Sunny Isles Boulevard or Collins Avenue or abutting properties. (10) Open spaces: Use able open space and recreation space shall be oriented to optimize views to the bay or the ocean as applicable, minimize shade impacts of primary use structures, capture prevailing breezes and minimize conflicts with pedestrian circulation pathways to the fullest extent possible. (11) Graphics: Graphics, as required, shall be designed as an integral part of the overall design of the project. (12) Art display: Permanent interior and exterior art displays of a non- commercial nature and water features should be encouraged in the overall design of the project. (13) Visual screening for decorative walls: In an effort to prevent graffiti and vandalism, to preserve public access to public bay walk access pathways and to preserve the view corridor, the following options shall be utilized for walls. (a) No solid CBS, concrete, or wood wall, or retaining walls necessary to protect public facilities, shall be placed in a front setback nor shall a solid wall or fence of any kind be permitted to obstruct access to a dedicated access easement. (14) Wall with anti-graffiti paint. A six-foot (6') high or lower CBS, concrete, or solid wood wall may be placed on an interior or rear property line except along waterfront property lines and may be placed no closer 7