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Key Site Design Elements in
Character Area 2: Mid-Century Residential
Note that the following site design elements are applicable in
Character Area 2a and 2b.
Building Placement
Place the building to be similar to front setbacks established on
the block. The specific placement relative to the street varies
based on location within Character Area 2. Refer to design
guideline 5.1 and Figures 4.5 and 5.1.
Side Setbacks
Provide side setbacks that are similar to those on a block. Side
setbacks should be very similar on each side of the building.
Setbacks may differ somewhat on properties located on a
curvilinear segment of a block. Refer to design guideline 5.1 and
Figure 5.1.
Figure 4.5: Locate a building Orientation
within the range of established
front and side yard setbacks on a Ensure that all buildings are oriented to face, and are parallel to,
block. The top photo illustrates an the street. Refer to design guidelines 5.6-5.9 and Figures 4.6, 5.1
inappropriate front yard setback and 5.4.
because it does not follow the
established setback; the bottom Garage Placement
photo illustrates an appropriate In Character Area 2, garages are typically placed forward of
placement of a new building that the primary structure or flush (even) with the front wall. Placing
responds to the existing consistent a garage behind the front wall of the primary structure may be
front yard setback. acceptable provided it does not significantly impact the visual
continuity of the block. The overall visibility of a garage from the
street should be minimized. Refer to design guidelines 5.10 and
5.11, and Figure 5.7.
Figure 4.6: Building Orientation
Ensure that all buildings are oriented to face and be parallel to the street. The
models illustrate the preferred building orientation for Character Area 2.
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