To create a more interesting and inviting environment all buildings shall include architectural details, including but not limited to cornices, and window and door trim. Buildings shall be designed with a distinct architectural style that respects the historic character of the HHD but adequately accommodates the intended modern uses. When authentic architectural details such as windows and doors are not feasible, simulated openings may be approved.
(a) Roof Type. The roof types of buildings in the HHD shall be designed in conformance with the following regulations:
(1) For approximately every front 25 feet of building facade a variation of roof type is encouraged to reduce visual monotony and assist in development of a human scale environment.
(2) Gabled roofs are encouraged; however, other roof types may be approved by the Village on a case-by-case basis.
(3) When gabled roofs are used, the design of the roof pitch may vary, but should not be less than one-quarter of the building height as measured from the grade line to the gutter.
(4) The appearance of flat roofs is prohibited. The use of decorative cornices and parapet roof lines are encouraged to reduce the appearance of a flat roof and screen rooftop equipment.
(b) Building Entrances. The building entrances in the HHD shall be designed in conformance with the following regulations:
(1) When a commercial building has frontage on Vine Street, the building entrances should be encouraged to face onto Vine Street when feasible.
(2) When a residential building has frontage on Vine Street, the first floor entrances should be located facing Vine Street when feasible. Access to upper stories from Vine Street is strongly encouraged.
(3) When a new road or pedestrian pathway is proposed for interior circulation and meets the streetscaping requirements as detailed in the Village's Streetscaping plan, buildings may be oriented to face onto these streets and the entrance may also be oriented to these streets.
(4) In all cases the main entrance of the building shall be easily identifiable, and should provide an introductory statement for a building using architectural articulation or landscaping or a combination of both.
(5) Entrances should be designed to allow individual business to present a clear image without compromising the sense of unity of the facade or development.
(c) Windows. Windows in the HHD shall be designed in conformance with the following regulations:
(1) The shape and configuration of windows for buildings in the HHD should maintain a consistent rhythm and pattern throughout the development.
(2) A window's proportions should generally be vertical with the height being approximately two times the width of the window, however, display windows in commercial structures may be larger than those typical in a residential structure and do not need to have this exact proportion.
(3) Generally, windows should be subdivided and separated by mullions. Large expanses of glass should be used in limited amounts as storefront display windows, and should relate to the architectural style of the buildings. Large undivided display windows or plate glass windows are appropriate only on the ground floor for display purposes.
(4) Window and door openings on the ground floor of a commercial building should occupy no less than 50% of the building's facade length on any facade facing Vine Street. Upper story window and door openings should be proportioned to the first floor as in division (c)(5) of this section.
(5) Windows in all structures shall exhibit symmetry and proportion to the building. To ensure that the windows on the first floor relate properly to windows on the upper floors, the length of a hypothetical rectangle that encompasses all first story windows and doors must be the same length as that of a rectangle that encompasses all second story windows.
(6) Windows should be detailed with architectural elements such as projecting sills, molded surrounds and/or lintels. Windows shall be constructed of clear glazing and tinted glazing shall not be used.
(7) Vinyl or vinyl clad windows are prohibited.
(Ord. 32-11. Passed 6-2-11.)