Sec. 32.08. - Height exceptions.

(a)

Towers, spires, chimneys, machinery, penthouses, scenery lofts, cupolas, water tanks, radio aerials, television antennae and similar architectural and utility structures and necessary mechanical appurtenances may be built and used to a height not more than twenty five feet above the height limit established for the district in which the structures are located, provided, however, that no such architectural or utility structure in excess of the allowable building height shall be used for sleeping or eating quarters or for any commercial advertising purpose. Additional heights for public utility structures may be permitted upon the approval of the planning commission. Height limitations provided herein shall not apply to public utility transmission towers and pole lines.