A. The architecture of any new construction or remodel of existing buildings within the PUD shall build on and reinforce the context of any existing buildings on site, as well as the surrounding residential and non-residential areas to create a development identity that recognizes and incorporates the forms and elements typical of the surrounding development and is sympathetic to the adjacent residential neighborhoods. All sides to each building are to receive high quality materials and finishes (360 degree architectural treatment). There are no "backs" to a building. The building(s) within this development shall accommodate or incorporate the following in building design and materials:
1. The design should incorporate the appearance of varied building forms and profiles within the large structure to help break up the mass of the large building footprint and encourage forms that provide human scale and interest.
2. As indicated in section 116-06 of this ordinance, building height is limited to one story. Vertical entry or accent elements may project up to ten feet (10') above the highest point of the main roof element and linear clerestory elements may project up to six feet (6') above the highest point of the main roof element. Primary roofs shall be low slope hip, gable or shed roof forms to be sympathetic with the surrounding residential buildings, secondary flat roof elements may be incorporated, acknowledging the adjacent non-residential building forms.
3. The use of building articulation and materials which break up the building mass into modules that respect a pedestrian scale. The overall design should minimize long expanses of wall at a single height or in one plane. Long blank walls shall be prohibited.
4. Entrances into buildings should be easily identified through the use of building design and detailing. Projected or recessed entryways, change in rooflines, addition of awnings or changes in building material are examples that can create this effect.
5. Variation in materials, material modules, textures, colors and details should be used to break up the mass of the buildings. Changes in materials should be aligned with changes in plan or roof form to emphasize changes in building mass.
6. Trim and structural elements such as posts or columns shall be sized to the scale of the building.
7. Materials used shall be similar to the surrounding buildings to provide a unified design with the existing context of the site. Materials should be high quality, durable, and maintain their appearance over a prolonged time. Natural hard materials such as brick and stone shall be utilized over the majority of the facade. Vinyl siding is not allowed. Architectural concrete and concrete masonry units, synthetic stucco, architectural metal panels or composite materials acceptable to the City may be incorporated in the design. These materials should be used in limited areas to offer architectural detail and texture. Metal and other panel systems should be detailed with finished edges and have concealed fasteners. Architectural concrete shall have an integrated color rather than surface applied paint/staining and should generally have texture for interest. (Ord. 2257, 10-30-2017)