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Design guiDelines For new Cons truCtion

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Historic buildings in Waxahachie’s residential historic districts
primarily utilized horizontal wood lap siding, although some
masonry (mostly brick) was also used. Some historic homes also
include decorative wood siding and trim.

Exterior materials and finishes have a significant impact on the
appearance of a building. New building materials should reflect
the range of textures and finishes of those used historically. They
should also contribute to the visual continuity of the historic district
and should meet all Building Code requirements. Materials used in
Use building materials that appear
new construction should be durable.
similar in scale, color, texture and
finish to those seen historically in
6.14 Use building materials that appear similar in scale,
the context.
texture and finish to those seen historically in the
historic district context.
a. Use materials that were used historically including wood
and brick, or alternative materials similar in appearance
to those found in the historic context.
b. Use masonry materials with a proportion similar to
masonry materials used on historic buildings.
c. Use materials that are proven to be durable in
Waxahachie’s climate.
d. New materials that convey characteristics similar to
historic materials may be considered if they have
a similar appearance, size and shape to traditional
This building is not compatible with materials. Composite materials often meet these
Waxahachie’s residential historic requirements for appearance.
districts. Its windows and entry e. Imitation or synthetic materials, such as aluminum or
features are out of proportion with vinyl siding, imitation brick or stone, and plastic are
others in the context. inappropriate.

Use building materials that appear similar in scale, color, texture and
finish to those seen historically in the context. The building above does
not incorporate materials that were seen historically or create a similar
scale to those seen historically.
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