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135-2. DeSiGN reQUireMeNtS DRAFT

Generally

135-2.1. Generally material in its proposed application meets the
intent of the facade material standards.
2.1.1 APPlicABilitY 2. Examples. Samples and examples of successful
The following design requirements apply to all building high quality local installation and the
types unless otherwise stated. manufacturer’s warranty and industry ratings
shall be provided by the applicant.
2.1.2 GeNerAl iNteNt
The requirements of this article, in conjunction with B. exceptions to Other requirements. Modifications
to other design regulations in this article are
the requirements of Chapter 135, Article 1 affect a expressly identified as eligible type 1 design
building’s appearance and are intended to improve exceptions within the text of this chapter.
the physical quality of buildings, improve the long-
term value and durability of buildings, enhance the 135-2.2. Facade and roof Materials
pedestrian experience, and protect the character of the
neighborhoods, districts, corridors, and nodes. 2.2.1 iNteNt

2.1.3 eXcePtiONS The following specific intent statements apply to facade
A. exceptions for Other Materials. Materials and roof materials requirements in addition to the
that are not listed in this section for its proposed general intent stated in 135-2.1.2, above.
application as allowed major materials, limited use A. Durable, High Quality. The minimum facade
materials, or allowed minor materials, may not be material standards are intended to ensure use of
installed on any facade or roof unless approved by well-tested, high quality, durable, weather-resistant,
type 1 design exception. exterior grade, preferably natural materials on the
1. Material Intent. The type 1 design exception may majority of finished surfaces, while permitting a
allow facade or roof materials that are not listed wider range of materials for details. High quality
in this section if the applicant demonstrates the materials can improve the quality of buildings in that

NOT NOT
PERMITTED PERMITTED
Brick with Metal Details Architectural Metal Panels Synthetic Stucco Concrete Masonry units

NOT NOT
PERMITTED PERMITTED
Wood with Metal Details Cut Stone Plastic Panels Unfinished Concrete

Figure 2.3-A. Allowed Major Materials on Street Facades Figure 2.3-B. Prohibited Major Materials on Street Facades

135-2-2 DRAFT AuGuST 3, 2017