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Figure 5.17: Rear Mass- Figure 5.18: Side Massing Sensitivity Methods
ing Sensitivity Methods The following articulation models illustrate ways in which a multi-story
These articulation models illustrate building - including a primary structure, an ADU or a secondary structure -
ways in which a multi-story building that is built near a shared side lot line can be respectful of the privacy of the
that is built near a shared rear lot neighboring property.
line can be respectful of the privacy Side Wall Stepback Side Wall Offset
of a neighboring property.
Rear Wall Stepback

A rear wall stepback reduces the
second-story mass, stepping a The side wall stepback reduces the A side wall offset reduces the full,
building away from a shared lot presence of an upper-story mass two-story mass at the shared lot
line rather than looming over a along the shared lot line. line and decreases the amount
neighboring property. of building that may loom over a
neighboring structure.
Rear Wall Balcony
Side Wall Balcony Side Wall Landscaping

A rear wall balcony provides
additional distance between the
two physical buildings while still
providing outdoor space.
A side balcony incorporates a side Side wall landscaping provides a
Rear Wall Landscaping wall offset in which the balcony fits. visual barrier between adjacent
While activity will still occur in the structures.
balcony space, the presence of a
balcony is less invasive than a full
second-story that abuts an adjacent
property line.

Rear wall landscaping can provide
a visual barrier, especially when a
building mass is not articulated.

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