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Service and Private Utility Areas
In some cases, small-scale residential projects may include trash
areas, utility service boxes, air conditioning units and fans. This
equipment detracts from the primary structure and can adversely
affect the quality of the pedestrian experience when visible
from the street. Residential projects should minimize the visual
presence and impact of mechanical and other building equipment
on the public realm.
5.28 Locate a utility or service area to minimize its visibility
from the public realm.
a. Locate a utility or service area to the side or rear of a
building.
b. Orient a service area toward an alley or secondary street.
c. Integrate mechanical equipment into the design of a
building to disguise it.
d. Locate a utility or service area away from the primary
entrance to each unit.
e. Locate a utility or service area away from common
outdoor spaces where possible.
Screen or enclose a free-standing 5.29 Screen a free-standing utility or service area.
utility or service area. a. Screen a free-standing utility area with landscaping or
enclose it with a wall that incorporates elements that
provide visual interest.
Utility Area b. When creating a wall to screen utilities and services,
consider using decorative block, brick, stone, cast-stone,
stucco, wood or any other high-quality, durable material.
c. Do not use a chain link.
Figure 5.10: Locate a utility or
service area to minimize visibility
from the public realm.
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