Architectural design for single-family units shall attempt to express a creative presentation of exterior building materials, exterior details and texture, treatment of windows and doors, and use of angles and multiplicity of planes within the wall and roof design. Homes should have materials such as brick, natural stone, wood shakes, decorative molding and cornice treatments, or similar combination of material which represents a variation of architectural styles or elements. Garages or accessory structures should incorporate architectural details with the use of windows, doors and other facade detailing.
A. Garage doors shall not be the dominant feature of the home. Garage doors facing the public street shall be set back so as to minimize the dominance of their appearance and provide adequate space between the garage and the street or sidewalk to accommodate additional parking. Front loaded garages shall be set back a minimum of twenty five feet (25') from the front property line. Side loaded garages shall be set back in accordance with the principal structure. It is encouraged that garages be set back at least five feet (5') from the front facade of the house.
B. Four (4) out of five (5) single-family homes within the development shall provide a front open porch, covered stoop or balcony. The area must provide a significant usable outdoor space no less than five feet (5') in depth, which may extend into the setback, yet may be no closer than fifteen feet (15') to the front property line. (Ord. 1541, 8-4-2003)