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Renovation of Existing Structures
The renovation and reuse of an existing structure is encouraged.
Renovating existing structures also reduces waste from demolition
and reduces the number of new materials used in a project,
compared to a new construction.

6.65 In Character Area 5, design the renovation of a
traditional building to respect its original design.
a. Consider original architectural elements that define a
building, and incorporate those and the style of the
original building into the renovation.
b. Whenever possible, retain elements that established
the building’s style and character such as a storefront,
windows, recessed entries, masonry surfaces, etc.
This adaptive reuse project in c. Consider restoring design elements that may have been
Phoenix, Arizona converted lost throughout the years. Consult City staff to determine
an older convenience store
building (top) into a casual dining what elements may have previously been a part of the
establishment (bottom) that building.
enhances the character of an d. Remove elements that have been added to the building
adjacent commercial corridor. that conceal significant architectural details.
e. In Character Area 5, treat the design of upper stories
and elevations of renovated structures with the same
sensitivity as the ground-floor elevation.

6.66 Integrate or screen essential building equipment and
service areas into a renovation design.
a. Conceal or screen new mechanical equipment.
b. Design service areas, rear elevations and side elevations
to be attractive from alleyways, side streets and
sidewalks.
Design the renovation of a
building to respect its original c. Where parking lots adjoin the rear of a renovated
design. building, consider incorporating rear store entrances and
pass-throughs to the street.

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