Ord 2014-035/Multi-family design standards

Home Browse Search

2) Building Design a) Fagades —The intent is to create visual interest through architectural form, massing, and detailing. All fagades open to view by the public, whether viewed from a public right -of -way or private property, shall have architectural treatments. i) Articulation refers to the giving of emphasis to architectural elements (such as windows, balconies, entries, etc.) that create a complementary pattern or rhythm, dividing large buildings into smaller identifiable pieces. An interval is the measure of articulation — the distance before architectural elements repeat. Modulation is a measured and proportioned inflexion or setback in a building's face. Together, articulation, modulation and their interval create a sense of scale important to residential buildings. ii) Four -sided design is required. All building elevations shall reflect consistent design, textures, colors, and features. All walls shall be articulated and modulated to enhance architectural complexity. iii) Building fagades shall be articulated with architectural elements that break up long blank walls, add visual interest, and enhance the character of the neighborhood. Vertical articulation shall occur at intervals of no more than forty (40) feet. iv) Three (3) or more of the following methods of articulation shall be used such that the combination of features project a residential character: (1) Providing a balcony, bay window, porch, patio, deck, or clearly defined entry for each interval. (2) Providing a decorative lighting fixture, trellis, prominent ornamental tree or other landscape feature within each interval. (3) Providing architectural features such as setbacks, indentations, overhangs, projections, cornices, bays, canopies, or awnings. Building modulations shall be a minimum of two (2) feet in depth and two (2) feet in width. The sum of the modulation depth and modulation width shall be no less than eight (8) feet. (4) Use of material variations such as contrasting colors, brick or metal banding, or textural changes. (5) Artwork or building ornamentation. v) A variety of modulations and articulations shall be employed. No more than four (4) consecutive uniform modulations shall be used. vi) Front fagades incorporating a variation in building setback shall include within the setback such architectural elements as covered or recessed building entries, plazas or courtyards, or seating and planting areas. Bay Windows, Indentations, Use of Use of Materials (only 1 item): Balconies, Indentations, Use of Materials (3 items): Materials (3 items): approprio inappropriate oppropriolc b) Materials —The intent is to promote quality design and create visual interest through texture, color and detailing. Materials should be durable so that the development will continue to be an attractive part of the community over time. i) The following materials are allowed for multifamily residential design: brick, stone, stucco, architectural metal beams and glazing. ii) The use of more than one material on individual buildings is encouraged; however, heavier materials such as brick or stone should be placed on the bottom of the structure, with lighter materials such as stucco above. 11