Building material standards apply to all facades that are visible from the right-of-way. Building color standards apply to all exterior elevations regardless of right-of-way visibility. Percentages apply to each facade individually.
Building Material | Building Color
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Predominant At least 80% of each elevation shall be comprised of these materials and colors. | Brick [A] Stone [B] Glass [C] Architectural Metal [D] Concrete Cladding [E] Terra Cotta [A] | Subtle, neutral, and earth-tone (browns; tans; grays; and colors which are desaturated or gray-toned) [J] [K] |
Accent Up to 20% of each elevation may be comprised of these materials and colors. | Stucco Wood [F] Architectural Concrete Masonry Units [G] Fiber Cement Board EIFS [H] Ceramic Vinyl or Composite Siding Glass Block | Any color, except for colors which are prohibited (see below) [L] [M] |
Prohibited | Unfinished Concrete Masonry Units Pre-engineered Metal Siding [I] Wood Sheet Goods Tent-like Materials Shipping Containers Highly Reflective Materials [N] | Neon / Fluorescent Colors [N] |
A. Brick shall be fired and subject to standards outlined by the American Society for Testing and Materials. Thin brick is permitted. Other brick-like masonry, such as Founder's Brick, is permitted, limited to a maximum height of 4 inches and subject to the approval of the Director. Masonry shall be tinted by integral colors; the painting of brick and masonry requires indefinite upkeep and is discouraged.
B. Natural stone, cut stone, field stone, and cast stone are permitted.
C. Glass, when located between 2 feet and 10 feet at grade from the base of the subject elevation, shall permit views of the building's interior to a depth of at least 4 feet. Non-transparent glass may only be used to conceal interior structural infrastructure or private spaces within the building, subject to the approval of the Director. Non-transparent or perforated window signage is limited to the ground floor and may cover up to 25% of ground floor glass, per elevation.
D. Architectural Metal includes metal composite materials, insulated metal panels, porcelain coated metal, rain screens, perforated metal, and Corten steel. Architectural metal shall meet the following standards:
1. Exterior surface shall be smooth flat or flat embossed. Striations, planking, ribbing, or variations in height or depth are discouraged and subject to the approval of the Director.
2. Exposed structural fasteners or seals shall be kept to a minimum.
3. Dimensional panels shall have extruded metal or mitered corner trim.
4. Insulated panels shall have a minimum 22 gage face sheet.
5. Metal composite materials shall provide a solid, polyethylene, fire- retardant core.
E. Concrete may be cast-in-place or pre-cast cladding. Unadorned tilt-up panels are not permitted.
F. Wood shall be primed and painted, or stained, and maintained as such indefinitely for weatherproofing. Wood may be permitted as a Predominant Material, subject to the approval of the Director.
G. Architectural Concrete Masonry Units include split-faced block and other concrete masonry units which are textured and tinted by integral colors.
H. Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) shall only be located at least eight feet above ground level, measured from the base of the subject elevation.
I. Pre-engineered Metal Siding includes rib panels, corrugated metal, sheet metal siding, and similar materials commonly found on pre-engineered metal buildings.
J. Exceptions
1. If the property lies in one of the Overlay Districts (See TMC §1103), then the more restrictive regulations shall apply.
2. Façade colors within Commercial Storefront (CS) districts shall be harmonious with the overall appearance, history and cultural heritage of the area.
K. Property owners are encouraged to choose colors that complement and are in character with the existing neighborhood.
L. Each building is limited to three (3) different accent colors.
M. Property owners are encouraged to select a lighter accent color when accompanying a shaded predominant color.
N. Fluorescent colors reflect ultraviolet light as visible light. Highly reflective materials may pose a public safety hazard. These create nuisance conditions for neighboring properties and may distract passers-by. Any materials or colors which create a public safety hazard are prohibited.
(Ord. 85-20. Passed 9-8-20; Ord. 443-20. Passed 11-4-20.)