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City Council Approval: March 20. 2007 Zoning ordinance no. 2007-18 • Administrative Amendment Approval: July 17.2007 City Council Amendment Approval: Zoning ordinance no. feast 50% of all walls facing streets and main parking areas will be either brick or stone. Finally, exterior walls of any free standing building such as a restaurant, financial institution or small retail establishment will be 60% stone or brick ..earth;: M Percentage calculations shall be determined based upon the actual wall area on the buildings; windows, doors, etc. do not count towards the required percentages of stone or brick. Landscaping, softsc:ape features, site furnishings and signage will employ compatible materials and compatible designs to further the perception theme. 3.2 For this project, "Masonry" will be defined to include the following: (A) Natural stone (Synthetic stone is prohibited). Natural stone will come from. sources within the region and may be used in varying sixes and shapes throughout the project. 'Autumn Blend' and `Texas Tumbleweed' sandstone blends from quarries near Lometa, Texas will be used separately and as blends along with size and coursing variations to add interest and complexity to the overall appearance. (B) Brick. Brick will be chosen in natural colors, such as 'Austin Common,' to be compatible with the indigenous stone. A maximum of three brick "color" and/or blends may be used in cunjunetion with the natural stone to add another layer of scale and texture to the design possibilities. (C) Stucco/Plaster/Synthetic Stucco will be used in detail applications only. In general, Stucco/Plaster/Synthetic Stucco will be integrally colored in hues and tones pulled from and compatible with the natural colors found in the stone. However, other colors may be introduced in specific small areas when necessary to accomplish the design. • 2 This language is added to make clear the calculation of brick and stone per"niagcs does not include doors, windows, etc.