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The regulations in the SmartCode establish the basic requirements for building mass and scale throughout the downtown (see Design Context Map on page 5 for downtown boundary).These design guidelines supplement the SmartCode standards in the following ways: • As advisory information for those who wish to better understand the intent of the design standards in the downtown SmartCode. • As part of design review for the "administrative approval" process when alternatives are applied for. • As part of design review for the "by warrant" process when alternatives are applied for. About the Design ii l i s The guidelines within this document focus on allowing forflexibilityin design while also protecting the character of downtown and enhancing its pedestrian - friendly atmosphere. The guidelines and the review process through which they are administered seek to maintain downtown as a cohesive, livable place. Maintaining an attractive pedestrian- oriented environment is a fundamental concept. In addition, the guidelines serve as educational and planning tools for property owners and their design professionals who seek to make improvements downtown. The design guidelines also provide a basis for making consistent decisions about the appropriateness of improvement projects requesting alternative strategies through the City's design review process. This includes both Administrative Review by the Development Review Committee as well as Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council review through the Warrant process. The Design Standards in the SmartCode and the City's adopted Building Codes have been codified to meet the intent of the Design Guidelines. Projects that meet those standards and are not requesting exceptions shall be judged to have met the Downtown Design Guidelines. PAGE 1