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Design guiDelines For new Cons truCtion

b u i l d i n g p l a c e m e n t

Where and how a new structure is sited on a lot plays a significant
role in its compatibility with the historic district. The two primary
components of siting that should be considered are setbacks and
spacing. These should be consistent with setbacks and spacing of
adjacent historic structures.

Maintain the visual pattern created 6.1 Maintain the visual pattern created by the fronts of
by the fronts of buildings along a buildings along a street.
street. a. Place a new structure such that its front wall is in general
alignment with its neighbors.
b. Where front yard depths vary, place a new structure
within the established range of front yard setbacks on the
block.

6.2 Maintain the side yard spacing pattern on the block.
a. Locate a structure to preserve the general side yard
spacing pattern on the block as seen from the street.
b. Provide sufficient side setbacks for property
maintenance.
c. Provide sufficient side setbacks to allow needed parking
to occur behind the front wall of the house.

Appropriate Front Yard Setbacks

A new structure should fit within the pattern of front yard setbacks.

Consistent Setback Context:
On some blocks, front façades are
in general alignment, and front yards
have consistent depths. In this context,
a new structure should be built at the
same front yard setback as the existing
Consistent
structures on the block as illustrated at
front setback
the right.
on the block
Varied Setback Context:
On some blocks, the historic front yard
setback pattern is varied, and additional
flexibility is appropriate in the placement
of a new structure. In this context, a
new structure should be built within the Established
established range of front yard setbacks setback range
on the block as illustrated at the right. on the block

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