To ensure the compatibility in appearance with existing homes in the Village, dwelling units erected after the effective date of this chapter shall comply with the general requirements set forth in Section 1263.02 and with the following design and site standards:
(a) Roof Pitch. The pitch of the main roof shall have a minimum vertical rise of one foot for each four feet of horizontal run, and the minimum distance from the eaves to the ridge shall be ten feet, except where the customized architectural design dictates otherwise (e.g. French provincial, Italianate).
(b) Roof Drainage and Materials. Dwellings shall be designed with a minimum six-inch roof overhang on all sides or an eave with a roof drainage system that will collect and concentrate the roof discharge of storm water or snow away from the sides of the dwelling. The roof shall have wood shake, asphaltic or other shingles or other materials commonly used in standard residential construction in the vicinity, and meet the snow load standards for this portion of the State of Michigan, as specified by the applicable construction code requirements.
(c) Exterior Materials. The exterior siding of a mobile home or manufactured dwelling shall consist of materials that are generally acceptable for existing housing in the vicinity, provided that the reflection from such exterior surface shall be no greater than from white semi-gloss exterior enamel, and provided further that any such exterior is comparable in composition, appearance, and durability to the exterior siding commonly used in standard residential construction.
(d) Dimensions. The dimensions and placement of dwellings shall be comparable to typical dimensions and placement of existing housing in the vicinity. Therefore, a dwelling shall be located on the lot so that the minimum width of the front elevation is no less than 34 feet and the minimum dimension along any side or rear elevation is no less than 24 feet. If there are any extensions or additions off of the front of the dwelling, the minimum width of any such secondary front elevation shall be 24 feet. Such dimensions shall be measured from the outer extremities and shall include additions to the main body of the home, such as living or recreation rooms, garages, carports, utility rooms, and the like, the front portions of which are within ten feet of the front of the main body of the dwelling.
(e) Perimeter Foundation Wall. Every dwelling shall have a wall of the same perimeter dimensions as the dwelling and constructed of such materials and type as required in the applicable building code for single-family dwellings. In the event that a manufactured dwelling is installed pursuant to the manufacturer's set-up instructions, such dwelling shall be secured to the premises by an anchoring system or device complying with the rules and regulations of the Michigan Manufactured Housing Commission, and shall have a perimeter wall as required above.
(f) Exterior Doors. Dwellings shall have no less than two exterior doors, which shall not be located on the same side of the building. Where required because of a difference in elevation, all exterior doors shall be provided with steps that are permanently attached to the building.
(g) Design Features. The design and position of exterior features of dwellings shall be compatible and in harmony with existing homes within 1,000 feet of the dwelling lot. The foregoing shall not be construed to prohibit innovative design concepts involving such features as solar energy, view, unique land contour, or relief from the common or standard design homes.
The compatibility of design and appearance shall be determined in the first instance by the Village Building Official upon review of the plans submitted for a particular dwelling. An applicant aggrieved by an adverse decision by the Building Official may appeal to the Board of Appeals.
(Ord. 2001-05. Passed 9-10-01.)