§ 16-20K.007. Specific regulations: Residential Subarea I.

(1)

Development Controls.

(A)

Front Yards: Front yard setbacks shall either: i) conform to the setback of the previously existing contributing building of like use; or ii) shall be no closer to the street than the closest and no farther from the street than the farthest contributing structure of like use on that side of the block.

(B)

Side Yards: Side yards shall either: i) conform to the setback of the previously existing contributing building of like use; ii) conform to the setback of the existing building; iii) conform to any existing pattern of unequal side yard setbacks previously established by a majority of the contributing buildings of like use on that side of the block; or iv) be of a width of not less than seven feet.

(C)

Rear Yard: Rear yard setback shall be seven feet.

(D)

Off-street parking and driveway requirements:

1.

Off-street parking shall not be permitted in the front yard or half-depth front yard.

2.

The commission shall have the authority to vary section 28.006(10) relative to the requirement for an independent driveway connected to a public street.

3.

If constructed, independent driveways within the front yard or half-depth front yard shall be a maximum of ten feet wide and shall have a maximum curb cut of ten feet, exclusive of the flare.

(2)

Architectural Standards.

(A)

Statement of Intent. The purpose of these regulations is to set forth basic, minimum standards of architectural design and construction that are compatible with and complementary to the existing historic residences within the neighborhood, as the cumulative historic diversity of the built environment is a defining characteristic of this neighborhood. It is not the intent of these regulations to limit the design of new housing to replication of styles of existing structures, but to foster residential design that, with regard to massing, size, scale, materials, and architectural elements, enhances the architectural quality of the neighborhood and simultaneously encourages creativity. Additionally, these regulations are intended to integrate the physical characteristics of new construction into the existing neighborhood in a meaningful way so as to restore and promote the public health, safety, and welfare of this neighborhood.

The following residential architectural styles currently predominate in the neighborhood and contribute to its unique historic character; they are included here for reference only: American Four Square, Craftsman, English Vernacular Revival, Folk Victorian, Queen Anne, and Shotgun.

(B)

Design Standards and Criteria for New Principal Structures.

1.

Identified design elements of size, scale, massing and materials of new construction shall be substantially consistent with said identified design elements found in contributing structures of like use in the district as listed in subsection 16-20K.007(15)(c.).

2.

A paved walkway from the front sidewalk to the front entry of the principal structure shall be provided.

3.

Front porches on the principal structure shall be required and shall be a minimum of one-third the width of the front façade and a minimum of seven feet in depth. Side porches shall be a minimum of four feet in depth. Porches may be enclosed by screen wire only, provided all the main features of a porch are maintained in place and the screening materials can be removed at a future date with minimal damage to said features.

4.

All front façades and front porches of the principal structure shall face and be parallel to the lot frontage. Wrap around front porches are permitted.

5.

Roof form above the front façade of the principal structure shall be gabled and/or hipped. Roof pitch shall be a minimum of 6 in 12. Roof pitch above porches shall not be restricted.

6.

The height of the principal structure shall not exceed 35 feet. (See section 16-28.022 for excluded portions of structures.)

7.

The first floor of the principal structure shall be on foundations and elevated above the grade a minimum of two entrance step risers each of which shall be no less than six inches in height. All front steps shall have closed risers and closed ends. Access ramps shall be permitted.

8.

Garages entrances are prohibited on the front façade. Single car-width garage entrances are permitted on the half depth front yard façade of the structure. Double car-width garage entrances are permitted at the rear of the structure.

9.

Decks, Balconies and Upper Level Terraces:

a.

Decks shall be permitted only when located to the rear of the principal structure.

b.

Decks shall be permitted at any level.

c.

Balconies and upper level terraces shall be permitted.

10.

Any portion of a chimney that is located on any façade that faces a public street shall originate at grade.

11.

Any façades that face a public street shall consist of fenestration that is either: 1) substantially consistent with fenestration on contributing structures of like use in the district, or 2) shall be no less than 15 percent and no greater than 40 percent of the total surface wall area. Windows may be individual or grouped. No individual window unit shall exceed 28 square feet. Within each individual window unit, no individual window sash, either fixed or operable, shall exceed 16 square feet.

12.

When practical, skylights should be located where least visible from the public street. If skylights are visible from the public street, the glass shall be tinted to match the surrounding roof area. Protruding "bubble" skylights are prohibited.

13.

Accessory structures, such as carriage houses, smoke houses, tenant and alley houses, private garages, carports, electric vehicle charging stations equipped with Level 1 and/or Level 2 EVSE, and mechanical equipment shall be located to the side and/or rear of the principal structure within the buildable area of the lot and shall not project beyond the front of the principal structure. If mechanical equipment is visible from a public street, screening with appropriate plant or fence materials is required.

14.

Fences and walls, adjacent to a public street upon completion, shall be subject to the provisions of section 16-28.005(5) and the following limitations:

a.

Fences not exceeding four feet in height may be erected in a front yard. Other than retaining walls, walls shall not be erected in a front yard or a half-depth front yard.

b.

Fences and walls not exceeding six feet in height may be erected in the side or rear yards.

c.

In a half-depth front yard, when a fence exceeds four feet in height, the standard zoning requirements for a variance are in effect. Where no sidewalk exists, the fence shall be set back three feet from a public street. Portions of retaining walls facing a public street and located in a required front yard or half-depth front yard shall be faced with brick, stone or masonry wall covered with a parge coat of stucco, such as Portland stucco cement.

d.

The finish side or front side of one-sided fences shall face the public street.

15.

On those façades of any structure that face a public street, the following regulations on building materials shall apply. Alternate materials may be submitted for review by the commission.

a.

Paving materials for walks and drives: Black asphalt is prohibited.

b.

Visible foundation materials: Foundations shall constitute a distinct building design element and shall contrast with the front façade siding material. Brick, stone, concrete, stucco, and architectural concrete masonry units (C.M.U.) shall be permitted. Standard, unfinished concrete block and stacked stone is prohibited.

c.

Siding/veneer: Horizontal lap siding, vinyl siding, aluminum siding, shingles, brick, hard stucco, and stone shall be permitted. Stacked stone is prohibited.

d.

Roofing: Asphalt shingles, wood shingles, metal shingles, slate, and pre-finished metal panels shall be permitted.

e.

Chimneys: Brick, stone, or architectural concrete masonry units (C.M.U.) shall be permitted. Siding is prohibited.

f.

Fences: Brick, stone, wire mesh, architectural C.M.U., or vertical pickets made of ornamental metal, wood or simulated wood shall be permitted in the front yard and half depth front yard.

(C)

Design Standards and Criteria for Alterations and Additions to Non-contributing Structures. Alterations to non-contributing structures, for which a Certificate of Appropriateness shall be required, shall be consistent with and reinforce the architectural character of the existing structure or shall comply with the applicable regulations for new construction set forth in subsection 16-20K.007(2)(B) above.

(D)

Design Criteria for Alterations and Additions to Contributing Structures. Alterations and additions to contributing structures requiring a Certificate of Appropriateness shall comply with one of the following provided that the mere increase in floor area otherwise authorized in the district shall not constitute a standard for review:

1.

Alterations and additions shall be consistent with and reinforce the historic architectural character of the entire existing contributing structure and shall comply with the applicable regulations for new construction set forth in subsection 16-20K.007(2)(B) above; or

2.

New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction will not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work may differentiate from the old. To protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment, any new work will be compatible with the massing, size, scale and architectural features of the property and environment.

(E)

Site development, sidewalks and curbs:

1.

The sidewalk shall be the same width as the sidewalk on abutting properties. If no sidewalk exists on abutting properties the new sidewalk shall match sidewalk widths on the block. If no sidewalk exists on the block, the new sidewalk shall be six feet wide.

2.

Repairs or replacement of existing brick sidewalks shall be constructed of brick on a concrete base and laid in a pattern to match the existing pattern on abutting properties or elsewhere in the district.

3.

Repairs or replacement of concrete sidewalks adjacent to existing brick sidewalks on the same linear block, or in blocks where brick sidewalks are installed, shall be constructed of brick on a concrete base and laid in a pattern to match the existing pattern on abutting properties or elsewhere in the district.

4.

Sidewalks crossing driveways shall be brick on a concrete base and laid in a pattern to match the existing sidewalk on abutting properties or elsewhere in the district. Driveway aprons shall not interfere with the visual field of the pedestrian path.

5.

Curbing shall be granite; poured concrete shall not be used. Curbing shall be at least six inches in height from street level.

6.

Historic materials such as brick, granite, and cobblestones shall be reused where possible.

7.

All American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Detectable Warning Devices installed in this district shall be a red brick color.

(Ord. No. 2000-20, § 3, 4-11-00; Ord. No. 2002-3, § 2, 1-29-02; Ord. No. 2007-81(07-O-1794), § 1, 12-11-07; Ord. No. 2014-53(14-O-1278), § 2(Attach. B), 12-10-14 )