A. General:
1. Purpose: The purpose of this section is to:
a. Communicate with the development community in advance, the design standards used in the M, B and O districts and to facilitate the review and permitting process for such uses.
b. Assure the fair and consistent application of design objectives.
c. Protect property values within the M, B and O districts in the village by encouraging consistent high quality development and redevelopment.
d. Require environmentally sensitive site and building design.
e. Meet the mission and goals and objectives of the village comprehensive plan.
2. Scope, Approval Required: Approval by the village board, as part of its approval of any related request for zoning relief, or approval by the zoning enforcement official, if no related zoning relief is requested or required, of a site, landscaping, and architectural plans and supporting plans (to scale) shall be obtained prior to construction in the Lake Barrington business park (LBBP) within the M, B, and O districts, of: a) any new building, b) the redevelopment or remodeling of any existing building that affects the exterior appearance of any such building, or c) the construction, reconfiguring, or redevelopment of any parking lot(s) or other facilities. The village shall have no obligation to issue a building permit for any such construction, redevelopment, remodeling, or reconfiguring unless and until said plans have been approved by the village board or by the zoning enforcement official as required by this section, in accordance with the standards set forth herein.
B. Buildings:
1. Building Design Standards: The following building design standards are for use in reviewing site design, building architecture, and related construction within the Lake Barrington business park ("LBBP"):
a. Design Concept: The design concepts for the LBBP is as a professional, business, retail, light industrial, office, entertainment, and recreational commercial park as described in the village comprehensive plan.
b. Organization And Design: The organization and design of the major elements of buildings and structures in the LBBP shall reflect and be consistent with the quality of materials, creativity of design, intensity and quality of landscaping, and forethought prevalent in the Lake Barrington residential community as described in the village comprehensive plan.
c. Architectural Elements And Style: A variety of alternative, yet compatible architectural styles are acceptable. However, applicants shall consider designs, styles, materials, and palettes that create an atmosphere of quality, forethought, and professionalism.
(1) Building Design:
(A) Building elevations shall incorporate architectural features and patterns that include some pedestrian scale.
(B) Building mass shall be broken into smaller elements, consistent with the proportions of the architectural style selected.
(C) Variations in rooflines or parapets shall be used to reduce the scale of buildings.
(D) Solid and soft or open areas of the facade shall be arranged to create a relationship that complements the architectural style of the structure. Soft or open building elements include windows, entryways, arbors, porches, etc.
(E) Roof size, shape, material, color and slope shall be coordinated with the scale and theme of the building.
(F) Internalize roof drain elements within the building or an architectural feature such as columns (excepting at grade discharge).
(G) Predominant facade colors shall possess low reflectivity characteristics and be neutral in character.
(H) Building trim and accent areas shall feature different building materials and different colors than the building field color, including use of primary colors, if compatible with the architectural design.
(2) Site Design:
(A) Sites shall be designed to minimize pedestrian and vehicular conflicts. Where pedestrian circulation paths cross vehicular routes, a change in paving materials, textures or colors shall be provided to emphasize the conflict point, use decorative bollards to increase visibility, improve safety and enhance aesthetic appeal.
(B) Buildings shall be located to complement a site's natural features; the angling of structures and placing reduced massing toward the public way shall be considered in all site designs and utilized whenever possible.
(3) Materials:
(A) Predominant exterior building materials shall be of high quality and durable. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
(i) Brick.
(ii) Stone, natural or faux.
(iii) Integral color, sandblasted or stained textured masonry.
(iv) Split face or scored concrete masonry units.
(v) Textured tilt-up concrete panels.
(vi) Stucco/EFIS.
(vii) Metal roofs.
(viii) Concrete and clay tile roofs.
(ix) Clear and tinted glass.
(x) Architectural metal.
(B) Predominant exterior building materials shall not include the following:
(i) Untextured tilt-up concrete panels.
(ii) Prefabricated steel panels.
(iii) Corrugated metal.
(iv) Asphalt shingle roofs, except for period architecture.
(v) Mirrored (i.e., highly reflective) glass.
(vi) Wood.
(4) Entrances: Entrance(s) shall be clearly defined and incorporate elements such as the following:
(A) Canopies or porticos.
(B) Overhangs.
(C) Recesses/projections.
(D) Raised corniced parapets over the door.
(E) Peaked roof forms.
(F) Arches.
(G) Entrance(s) framed by outdoor pedestrian features or enhanced landscaping.
(H) Architectural details such as tile work and moldings integrated into the building structure to frame the entryway.
(I) Integral planters or wing walls that incorporate landscaped areas and/or sitting areas.
(J) Enhanced pedestrian surfaces.
(5) Lighting:
(A) Pedestrian scale lighting fixtures shall be provided in areas designed for pedestrian activity such as plazas, courtyards, pathways and seating areas but excluding parking only areas. Lighting fixtures shall be selected that complement the general architectural style of the development.
(B) Highlighting of unique or special features of the site, such as architectural features and specimen trees, with accent lighting shall be considered and utilized whenever possible.
(C) Decorative wall mounted sconces or light fixtures shall be used when building lighting is proposed on elevations away from residential uses.
(6) Accessory Structures: Enclosed service/refuse areas and covered parking shall be included and shall be designed to be an integral part of the building architecture. The forms, colors, textures and materials used on the main building shall be applied to all sides of these structures generally visible to the public.
C. Landscaping:
1. General Landscape Guidelines: Front, side, and rear yards and parking areas shall be landscaped in a "parklike" manner to include:
a. Significant foundation and/or accent plantings, including trees, around buildings to accentuate or screen building features.
b. Robust deciduous shade trees around and within parking lots to provide shade. Landscaped parking lot islands shall be provided to break up large parking areas.
c. Ground cover and grasses in areas near pedestrian amenities and prominent entrance features.
d. Low profile accent plantings at the base of monument signs.
e. Native planting such as grasses and wildflowers whenever possible.
f. Appropriately landscaped rain gardens and bioswales when possible.
g. Retaining walls shall be terraced and landscaped.
2. Parking And Storage Area Screening: All side and rear yard parking and storage areas shall be screened from the street(s) and adjacent properties. "Screening" as used herein shall mean a compact evergreen hedge or combination of evergreens and native grasses and trees which will mature within three (3) years to a height of not less than four feet (4') or an equivalent approved by the village. Screening shall also include opaque fencing integrated into the landscape plan where otherwise required by these zoning regulations. Fencing shall not be used alone; appropriate foreground plantings shall be provided to break up stretches of fencing. All areas not used for building, parking, storage or driveways shall be planted in grass. All areas planted in grass shall be maintained and mowed. (Ord. 2008-O-23, 7-1-2008)
D. Reserved. (Ord. 2013-O-12, 9-3-2013)
E. Other:
1. Refuse Container Location: No refuse container shall be located in any required front yard.
2. Refuse Container Screening: All refuse containers shall be fully enclosed by an opaque fence, wall, or densely planted evergreen hedge of a height sufficient to screen such containers from view from adjoining properties and public or private streets.
3. Mechanical And HVAC Systems Location: To the greatest extent possible, mechanical and HVAC systems, including, but not limited to, compressors, cabinets, valves, meters, generators, and antennas, and including roof mounted systems, shall be located so as not to be visible from any public street.
4. Mechanical And HVAC Systems Screening: All mechanical, HVAC systems, and utility systems on private property, including, but not limited to, compressors, cabinets, valves, meters, generators, and antennas, including roof mounted systems, shall be fully enclosed or screened by an opaque fence, wall, or densely planted evergreen hedge of a height sufficient to screen such systems and equipment from view from adjoining properties and public or private streets. (Ord. 2008-O-23, 7-1-2008)