RES-8488 Approving and Adopting Historic Preservation StatndRESOLUTION NO. 8488
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ORANGE APPROVING AND ADOPTING
HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGN STANDARDS
FOR OLD TOWNE
WHEREAS, together with a comprehensive update of Title 17 (the "Zoning
Ordinance") of the Orange Municipal Code, the City staff developed a document
entitled "Historic Preservation DESIGN STANDARDS for OLD TOWNE Orange,
California'" and
WHEREAS, the purpose of this document is to protect the historic and
architectural resources which contribute to the cultural richness of Orange by
combining all processing requirements and design criteria specific to the Old Towne
District into a single document; and
WHEREAS, after conducting public hearings on the matter and after the
Mayor appointed an ad hoc committee to review and modify the document, the City
Council is prepared to take action on this matter.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the "Historic Preservation
DESIGN STANDARDS for OLD TOWNE Orange, California," the text of which is
attached hereto and hereby incorporated by reference, is adopted by the City
Council of the City of Orange.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City staff is directed to begin
implementing its provisions on September I, 1995.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is directed to schedule
review of this action on the City Council agenda one year following the
implementation date for said design standards for the purpose of evaluating the
effectiveness of such standards.
ADOPTED this 11 th day of July 1995.
L// .'L )'_ ,.c ' _~zf- t"' > -;;;;Mayor
of the City ofOran~'
ATTEST:
MARILYN J. JENSEN
City Clerk of the City of Orange
By:44~U~1~
eputy City ~erk
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted
by the City Council of the City of Orange at a regular meeting thereof held on the
11 th of July ,1995, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
MURPHY, MAYOR COONTZ, SPURGEON
BARRERA, SLATER
NONE
NONE
MARILYN J. JENSEN
City Clerk of the City of Orange
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Deputy City er
SSH:dh Reso No. 8488
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Historic Preservation
DESIGN STANDARDS
for
OLD TOWNE
Orange, California
As approved by City Council
June 1~, 1995
City Counc// Resolution #8488
and Revised Juiy 11,1995
OLD TOWNE DESIGN STANDARDS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I: GENERAL
Chapter 1:
Chapter 2:
Introduction.............................................................................................. .
A. Purpose of the Manual.....................................................................
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Introduction.............. .................... ......... ................................ ....2. Objective... ... ..... ... ...... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...... ... .... ... ....... .... ... ... .... ....
3. Scope... ...... ... ... ... ... ..... ... ... ...... ... ... ...... ... ....... ....... ... .... ... .... ......
4. Intended Users... ......... .............. ......... ..................... .................
5. Design Review......... ........ ............ ...... ...... .... ....... ... ... .... .... .... ....
B. Organization...... ..... ...... ... ....................... ............. .... ...... .... ....... ........
1. Part One: General...................................................................
2. Part Two: Processing
Requirements.......................................3. Part Three: Design Criteria and Development
Standards................................................................................. .
4. Appendices....... ..... .................................... ...............................
Historical Overview.. ........... ... ... ...... ......... ..... ......... .... ... ... .... ... ........... .... ...
A. Background... ... ... ... ... ........ ... ... ... ... ..... .... ...... ...... .... ... .... ... .... ... .........
B. Historical
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PART II: PROCESSING REQUIREMENTS
Chapter 1:
Chapter 2:
Application Procedures............. .......................... ........................... ...........
A. Overview....... ...... ..... ...... '" ........ ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ...... .... ... .............. ... ....
B. Design Review Board.......................................................................
C. Design Review... ... ........ ............ ... ............ ...... .......... .... ...... .... ... ........
1. Staff Review... ................................... ...... .......... ........... ............
2. Design Review Board
Review..................................................D. Demolition Review.. ... ...... ..... ... ... ... ... ...... ... ...... ....... ...... ... .... ........ .....
Review and Approval........ ................. .................. ................ .....................
A. Review Criteria. ...... .............. ... ... ...... ... ...... ... ... ... ... ....... .... ...... .... ... ...
1. Compatibility of the Project with Surrounding
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Neighborhoods............................................2. Adequacy of Screening/
Buffering.............................................3. Landscaping. ......... ....................... ............ ............................ ....
4. Signs.. ... ... ... ........ ... ... ..... ... ... ... ... ... ...... ... ....... ... .... ... .... ... ... .......
5. Streetscape. ... .............. ... ........ ...... ....... ... ... ... ....... ....... ....... ... ...
B. Conditions of Approval.....................................................................
C. Findings Required......... ..... ......... ... ... ... ................... .... .......... ... .... ....
D. Environmental Review.. ............... .............. .......... .... ... ... ... .... .... ... .....
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PART III: DESIGN CRITERIA AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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Plaza Historic
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1. Facades.................................................................................... 14
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3. Entrances.. ... ... ... ... ... ... ................... ....... ....... ........... .... ..... ........ 14
4. Windows......... ... ... ... ... ... ............. ............. .... ....... .... .... .... .... ...... 15
C. Seismic and Masonry Rehabilitation Standards for
Unreinforced Buildings..................... ....................... .... .... ................. 15
1. Shear Walls and Cross Walls................................................... 15
2. Steel Frames............................................................................ 15
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E. Colors.......... ....... .......... ..... .......... ......... .......... ........... .... ............ ....... 17
F. Lighting....... ......................... ................... ............................. .... ......... 17
G. Signage.. .... ......... ... ... ............ ....................... .... ....... ... ....... ......... ... ... 17
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2. Sign Types...............................................................................
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H. Landscape Standards....................................................................... 20
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3. Plaza
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F. Signage.... .................................. ............................................. ......... 23
1. General.................... ..................... .......... .... ....... ............ .... ... .... 23
2. Freestanding Signs....................................................................... 23
G. Landscape Standards....................................................................... 23
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1. General..................................................................................... 26
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Chapter 5:Residential Quadrants........ ...... ... ... ......... ... ... ... ...... ....... ... .... .... ... .... .... .....
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Structures........................3. Additions to Non Historic
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Lighting.....................................................................................7.
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PART I - GENERAL Chapter
1 - Introduction A. Purpose
of the Manual 1. Introduction
The purpose
of the Design Standards is to protect the historic and architectural resources which
contribute to the cultural richness of Orange.The protection
of historic districts of Orange will ensure that the City's unique quality will remain
for the enjoyment, pride and economic benefit of its citizens.Furthennore, this
document is intended to combine all the processing requirements and design
criteria specific to the Old Towne District into a single document. For those areas
within Old Towne which are also subject to provisions of a specific plan,this document
will apply only as required by the specific plan.2. Objective
The objective
of the Design Standards is to provide guidance for the enhancement and preservation
of the City's Old Towne Historic District.The objectives
of the preservation and rehabilitation program are to:protect the
desirable and unique features of the historic neighborhoods protect and
stabilize property values minimize building
deterioration ensure that
new construction is structurally and aesthetically compatible with existing historic
neighborhoods 3. Scope
The following
map (Exhibit 1) indicates the four major areas which comprise the Old Towne District
of Orange. These are:The Plaza
Historic District The Downtown
Core The Spoke
Streets The Residential
Quadrants This map
also indicates those areas subject to specific plans 4. Intended
Users This document
has been adopted to assist property owners and design professionals in
the rehabilitation of structures located within the Old Towne District,the construction
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5. Design Review
All projects within the Old Towne District are subject to design review. The design
review process allows the City to evaluate each individual project and its relationship
to its surroundings (streetscape). The design standards address the followingelements:
a. Site Planning
b. Rhythm of Spacing of Buildings on a Street
c. Height, Scale and Massing of Structures
d. Arrangements of Doors, Windows, and Other Openings
e. Textures, Materials and Colors
f. Roof Shape
g. Entrances and Approaches
h. Landscaping
i. Lighting
j. Signage
k. Overall Design Quality
B. Organization
The Old Towne Design Standards are divided into three major parts and a set of
appendices.
1. Part One: General
Chapter One of this section provides an introduction to the purpose and objectives of
the Design Standards.
Chapter Two presents a brief architectural history of Orange.
2. Part Two: Processing Requirements
This section explains the review procedure and criteria used in evaluating projects.
It also explains the procedures used to review demolitions and replacement
structures.
3. Part Three: Design Criteria and Development Standards
This section provides design guidance for the four major areas which comprise the
Old Towne District. Each chapter deals with a specific area in terms of observed
conditions, design objectives, guidelines for important design elements, and
development standards augmenting those of the base zone.
These design review standards will serve as a baseline by which plans for
rehabilitation and new construction can be judged for consistency with neighborhood
characteristics.
The intent of these standards is to provide a range of flexible design options which
will encourage development compatible with the existing character of Old Towne and
which will discourage introduction of incompatible features. Flexible rather than rigid
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development standards have been included to match the wide range of different
contexts found in Old Towne.
4. Appendices.
a. Appendix A - Design Glossary Appendix
A provides a glossary of preservation, architectural, and aesthetic terms
with definitions.b.
Appendix B - Supplemental Documents Appendix B
contains references and excerpts from important related documents from
State, Federal and local sources.Chapter 2 -
Historical OvervIew A. Background The
City of
Orange was founded in 1871 as a real estate venture by two men, Andrew Glassell and A.
B. Chapman. Like many cities located in the Eastern and Midwestern United States, Orange
was subdivided into a grid system of streets which focused about a central square.
The square remained
as a crossroads until 1886, when the community petitioned the Board of Supervisors
to revise the road alignment for the purpose of creating a semi-circular Plaza. The
local newspaper of that day commented on the new Plaza:With a little
care and attention it can be made to blossom into a beautiful little park which will delight the
eye. Property owners in and around Orange should help the Plaza vigorously. It is
a good investment."The cleanup and
beautification efforts that followed culminated with the installation of a fountain in the
center of the park, purchased through public donations.The tradition of
public involvement in urban aesthetics that began in the late 19th Century with the development
of the Plaza, is present to this day. In 1970, brick sidewalks and planters were installed
at the comers of the square. In 1983, an extensive streetscape program was completed
along Glassell Street to provide public amenities and improve the image of
downtown Orange.B. Historical Significance
According to State
Historic Resource Surveys, Orange is unique among the region and the state in
that it has the second largest concentration of historic buildings. It is important to note that
as many as 1/3 of the buildings within this area are non-contributing.Within and
near the present Old Towne boundaries (Walnut, Cambridge, LaVeta, Batavia,including the
Nutwood tract) a diversity of architectural styles, building types and neighborhood characteristics
is present. A strong commercial core, known as the Plaza Historic District,
is complemented by the surrounding residential neighborhoods.7-
Commercial buildings dating from the 1880's through the 1920's are present and exhibit
styles and architectural details unmatched in our modem times. Similar1y, homes from the
1880 Victorian through post-Wor1d War I Period Revival styles are present in near1y
the same concentrations as they existed in the 1920'
s.The complete stock of commercial buildings and residential homes which are a part of
the Old Towne community is complimented by the churches, schools, depot, post
office,packing houses, industrial buildings, clubhouses, and parks which still remain in active
use since their establishment in the ear1y part of the
century.The heart of Orange is composed of historically interdependent buildings which still
exhibit the special ambiance associated with their time and place in history. On the whole,
the homes and buildings are in a well-maintained condition and retain
their original
architectural integrity.In 1981, the City Council authorized preparation of a historic survey, to
identify, evaluate and document all pre-1940 buildings existing throughout the City. The
purpose of the survey was to gather data needed to prepare a Historic Preservation
Element of the General Plan. This survey was completed in 1982. The
Council subsequenUy authorized an update and computerized listing of the original survey, to further assess
the City's historic resources. When the update was completed, it was presented to
the City Council and Planning Commission in May, 1992, at which time the Council took
action to receive and
file the report.Based upon the results of the original 1982 Orange Historic Survey and the
findings of the Advisory Board and the updated 1992 Survey, it was determined that
there are special areas of historic importance in Orange that warrant
preservation and conservation.A logical and sensible preservation program will enhance the
historic neighborhoods and the quality of life in Orange in
four primary ways:Protection of the desirable and unique feature of
the historic neighborhoods.Long term protection and stabilization
of property values.Protection that compatible rehabilitation will occur and that
deterioration
will be minimized.Protection to insure that new construction in historic
neighborhoods will be contextual and architecturally compatible with
the adjoining structures.PART II -
PROCESSING REQUIREMENTS Chapter 1 - Application
Procedures A.
Overview In order to enhance and preserve its heritage, the City has established design
and development standards specific to the Old Towne District. These standards
are contained in Part III of this document. To assure compliance with the standards, the
City has implemented a project review and approval process whereby all projects
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evaluated for compliance with these Design Standards. This process is explained in
detail in Section C below.
B. Design Review Board
The City's Design Review Board has a primary role in evaluating projects for compliance
with these Design Standards. The Design Review Board is a body of five resident
professionals appointed by the City Council, empowered to review design elements of all
construction projects.
c. Design Review
In order to verify that any project in the Old Towne District complies with the standards
contained in this document, all projects are reviewed by the City. There are two types of
review, by staff and by the Design Review Board, as described below. Routine
maintenance does not require formal review, although staff consultation is
recommended. Routine maintenance includes painting of structures, and duplicating
damaged or deteriorated exterior architectural features. Painting of Plaza commercial
buildings shall be in accordance with the color palette approved in the Plaza Facade
Study (available at the Planning counter).
1. Staff Review
Those projects listed below are subject to review and approval over the counter bystaffinthefollowingmanner:
An applicant brings plans to the Planning Counter for review by staff.
If the project meets standards, approval is granted over the counter, and the
applicant applies for building permits (when necessary).
If staff determines that a project does not comply with the standards contained in
this document, approval will not be granted unless plans are modified to meet
standards. An applicant may appeal staff's determination of non-compliance
to the DRB. Such appeals shall utilize the process enumerated in
Section 17.08.050 of the Orange Municipal Code, but shall be heard by the
Design Review
Board.a. Minor exterior alterations, including installation, change, replacement
or removal of the
following:1) Doors, windows, columns, piers, siding and architectural
trim 2)
Roofing 3) Major landscape
features 4) Installation and placement of air conditioning units and new
electrical service
meters 5) Chimneys, fireplaces, and masonry
piers 6)
Decks 7) Modifications to accommodate access for the
disabled 8) Accessory structures less than 120 square feet, such as trash
enclosures,storage sheds,
etc.9) The following when located in a front or side yard area, or are visible
from the public
street:
Skylights, solar panels, greenhouse windows, and roof mounted
equipment
Hardscape and new flatwor!<
Arbors and fences
b. Installation of new signs upon buildings for which there is an approved sign
program, or routine maintenance of existing signs.
c. All projects wherein structures are enlarged by less than 20% of the existing
floor area and such addition is not visible from the public street.
2. Design Review Board Review
Those projects listed below are subject to review and approval by the DRB unless
otherwise noted:
a. All new development, additions to existing structures, exterior renovations and
signage, except those items listed above that require over the counter review by
staff, or those projects requiring approval by the Planning Commission or City
Council pursuant to Title 17 of the Orange Municipal Code.
b. Any change or alteration of any facade within the Plaza Historic District.
c. Any combination of alterations occurring within a 24 month period which result
in a structure being enlarged by more than 20% of the original floor area.
d. Review of demolitions and replacement structures as required by Section
17.10.080 of the Orange Municipal Code.
e. Extemal changes and facade renovations on unreinforced masonry (URM)
buildings undergoing seismic retrofitting as required under the City's Seismic
Strengthening Provisions for URM Buildings, Chapter 15.55.
The Design Review Board process is as follows:
An applicant brings plans to the Planning Counter for review and discussion with
staff, submits an application for Design Review Board, and is scheduled for a
Design Review Board hearing.
If the project meets standards, the Design Review Board approves the project at
the hearing. Once approved, the applicant can apply for building pennits.
If the Design Review Board denies the project or approves the project subject to
conditions that the applicant does not agree with, the applicant may appeal the
Design Review Board's decision subject to the process enumerated in Section
17.08.050 of the Orange Municipal Code.
D. Demolition Review
Demolition review is a process as established in the demolition ordinance that provides
for review and approval of replacement structures prior to issuance of a demolition
pennit. Such review is intended to assure that replacement structures are compatible
with the established character of the Old Towne Districts and individual structures, and
confonn to adopted design standards. Demolition review is required whenever all or part
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of a structure is removed from a site in Old Towne (either by relocation or destruction)
when such removal permanently impairs the architectural or structural integrity of the
structure.
Exception: Demolition review is not intended to apply to:
1. Demolitions ordered by the Chief Building Official or Fire Chief of the City of Orange
to remedy conditions determined to be dangerous to life, health or property.
Demolitions of structures in the Plaza Historic District require approval of the State
Historic Preservation Office.
2. Demolition of a non-contributing structure which has a floor area less than
120 square
feet.Chapter 2 - Review and Approval
A. Review Criteria
The Old Towne Design Standards are legally enforceable zoning requirements designed
for the long-term protection of the architectural and historical character of Old
Towne
Orange.The Design Standards are intended to insure compliance in the implementation of
the City's General Plan, Historic Preservation Element's goals and
policies.While the Historic Preservation Element establishes the importance of the
preservation,rehabilitation and enhancement of the historical character of Orange, the
Design Standards provide the Design Review Board with specific implementation
requirements and considerations by which to evaluate individual
projects.In addition to the Old Towne Design Standards, the Design Review Board and
other reviewing bodies that may be required to review certain applications, shall consider
the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines for Rehabilitation (see Appendix
B)and the following general criteria in making a project
determination:1. Compatibility of the project with surrounding development and
neighborhoods:a. The development shall be consistent in size, scale and context with
surrounding
development.b. The development shall retain the historic relationship between
buildings,landscape features and open
space.c. Building design, colors and material shall be compatible with the character of
the existing structure and surrounding
area.d. Additions shall be designed and constructed so as to not significantly
change,obscure, damage, or destroy the character defining features of an
historic building or
feature.e. The development shall not erode or adversely affect an historic resource
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2. Adequacy of screening/buffering:
a. Trash receptacles, storage and loading areas, and mechanical equipment shall
be screened from view of public streets, in a manner which is architecturally
compatible with the building.
b. Landscape areas shall be provided in and around parking lots to break up the
appearance of large expanses of paving.
3. Landscaping:
a. The type, size, and location of landscape materials shall be compatible with the
scale of building(s) and property.
4. Signs:
a. All signage shall be compatible with the building design, scale, colors and
materials.
b. All signs within the Plaza Historic District shall be of a size and style compatible
with the historic building and shall not cover or obscure significant architectural
detailing or features.
c. Property addresses must be visible from street.
5. Streetscape
a. Building facades shall be complimentary and blend with neighboring structures.
B. Conditions of Approval
The Design Review Board may require reasonable conditions of approval to implement
the standards contained in this document.
C. Findings Required.
The Design Review Board shall make findings for all projects it reviews based upon
design criteria stated above. Specific findings shall be made as follows:
1. For all projects:
The proposed wor1< conforms to the standards and design criteria referenced
and/or recommended by the Design Review Board for the project.
2. For building additions and modifications:
The proposed wor1< will neither adversely affect the significant architectural
features of the building nor adversely affect the character of historical,
architectural, or aesthetic interest or value of the building, its site, or the
surrounding area.
3. For new construction:
The use and design of any new construction shall not adversely affect, and
shall be compatible with, the use and design of existing buildings within Old
Towne.
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D. Environmental Review
All projects in Old Towne must comply with the California Environmental Quality Act
CEQA).
PART III - DESIGN CRITERIA AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Chapter
1 - General A. Old
Towne design criteria is intended to reflect those architectural styles predominant within the
City of Orange from 1880 through the 1930's, exclusive of the "Bauhaus" or international style
architecture. Of primary importance is to retain and preserve features of the
building and site that are important in its overall historic character.B. Building
design reflecting "contemporary", "modeme", "art deco", and "post modem" styles are prohibited
in Old Towne, except those existing at the time this document was adopted.Such buildings,
as identified by the 1982 Historic Survey, may be enlarged or rehabilitated provided that
the additions or renovations are consistent in size and scale with surrounding development,
and shall maintain the building's original architectural style.Chapter 2 -
Plaza Historic District This district consists
of the City's original commercial core of historic structures dating from the 1880's to
the 1930's, surrounding the Plaza at Glassell Street and Chapman Avenue. The Plaza was listed
on the National Register of Historic Places on March 9, 1982. As a designated district, the
Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines, along with the supplemental Old Towne
Design Standards shall apply to this area.The standards contained
in this section are intended to promote restoration of Plaza structures when rehabilitation is
undertaken for either structural or cosmetic purposes. Restoration shall be based on
physical or historic documentary evidence, which may include written material,photographs, or drawings.
In general, all
new work shall be limited to the removal of existing non-historic architectural design features,
and the installation of architectural details that restore the original appearance of the
building, or a significant period in the history of the building. Rehabilitation shall include restoration of
original or significant:Configuration of
exterior walls Building finish
materials Doors, windows,
openings and frames A. Siting
Design 1. The
existing zero-lot line street facades (0 foot setback) shall be maintained, with recessed
entries.2.
Any streetscape improvements shall be designed to match the existing hardscape,sidewalk
paving and street furniture. When possible, original outdoor walkways and paving
designs shall be preserved.13 -
3. Trash, service and utility closets and enclosures shall be designed as an integral
part of the building; all enclosing gates shall be solid.
B. Building Design
1. Facades
Each individual building facade plays a basic role in the visual makeup of the Plaza
business district. Storefronts, signs, window displays, color, etc., all play an integral
part in the successful design of individual buildings. Collectively, these individual
elements can bring visual order to the district. Isolated changes in storefronts, signs,
and complete facades have altered the visual unity of individual structures and have
led, in part, to the visual disorder of today's commercial street. To restore visual
harmony to the Plaza Historic District, the following standards shall apply:
a. Only parapet building facades shall be allowed; no exposed sloped roofs.
b. All existing historic elements of the building shall be preserved.
c. Entryways, doors, windows, transoms, and storefronts shall be consistent and
regularly modulated throughout the facade, not haphazardly placed, and
consistent with the dominant historic style of the District.
d. All decorative elements such as awnings, signage, or lighting shall be
symmetrically integrated.
e. Wainscotting, when proposed, shall be twenty inches minimum height. Any of
the discussed building materials will be permitted, including wood siding,
provided traditional detailing is used.
f. Rehabilitation of many rear elevations can be achieved through replacement of
windows, doors, or second story porches, along with cleaning, painting, and
brick restoration.
g. All existing exposed conduits and brackets shall be removed at such time as
related renovations occur.
2. Height
a. The height of new or rehabilitated buildings shall not exceed two stories or thirty
feet, nor be taller than adjacent buildings, whichever is the lesser height.
b. New stories shall not be built on top of existing buildings.
3. Entrances
a. All entrances shall be recessed, and entrance recesses shall not exceed seven
feet.
b. All entrances shall be symmetrically located within an expressed building bay,
except for frontages less than twenty five feet in width. Entrances for frontages
less than twenty five feet in width may be asymmetrical.
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c. Narrow framed doors or anodized aluminum storefronts shall not be permitted.
d. Double fronting can offer the functional advantages of attracting customers from
the parking lot or alley way as well as through the main storefront entrance.
4. Windows
a. "Blocking down" or altering window or door openings shall be avoided. If
original openings have already been altered, open the blocked window to its
original height or width and replace the full cavity with a new or restored window
frame.
b. If a new interior ceiling must be dropped below the height of existing windows,
use a recessed setback for the dropped ceiling along the window wall. This will
allow for a dropped ceiling while retaining the full window opening to remain
without any alteration in exterior appearance.
c. Security bars, if needed, shall not be mounted on the exterior of the building.
C. Seismic and Masonry Rehabilitation Standards for Unreinforced Buildings
Many of the buildings in the Plaza Historic District were originally constructed of
unreinforced masonry construction. In order for these buildings to meet the requirements
of the Orange URM Seismic Retrofit Ordinance (OMC Chapter 15.55), it is necessary for
the owners to carry out a rehabilitation program. In order to ensure that the seismic
retrofit of a building does not compromise the historic character of the building according
to the Secretary of the Interiors Standards, the following criteria shall be followed:
1. Shear Walls and Cross Walls
a. New interior shear walls and cross walls may be constructed to strengthen the
building in order to meet the requirements of the Orange URM Seismic Retrofit
Ordinance.
b. New interior shear walls or cross walls shall not block storefronts or windows on
the principal street facade.
2. Steel Frames
a. New steel frames may be installed to strengthen the building in order to meet
the requirements of the Orange URM Seismic Retrofit Ordinance.
b. The steel frames shall be designed to accommodate the existing fenestration
openings, and shall not be visible from the exterior of the building.
c. The steel frames shall be installed in a manner to minimize the removal of
window trim and omamentation on the walls.
d. The steel frames shall be designed to match the opening of existing interior
columns and pilasters.
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e. The steel frames are encouraged to be painted to blend with the interior space.
f. The steel frames installed on the exterior of the building shall be treated in a
manner that is consistent with the facade design.
g. Steel frames installed outside the facade of the building may require special
treatment (i.e. boxing) to be compatible with the existing facade.
3. Repointing
a. Repointing shall be done with mortar that matches the existing mortar
chemically and aesthetically.
b. Repointing may be used to replace existing inappropriate mortar to improve
seismic strength.
c. The repointing shall not widen or otherwise alter the appearance of the original
mortar joints on the exterior.
4. Anchor Bolts
a. The anchor bolts shall be installed at 22-1/2 degrees on the principal facade
to obviate the necessity for exposed bolt
heads.b. Anchor bolts with traditional star-in-circle bolt heads
or other appropriate materials may be installed as through bolts on secondary
facades and on principal facades with approval
by City
staff.5. Windows a. Windows may be infilled (with approval) on walls that are
not the principal facade if an appropriate infill material is used and
recessed according
to adopted standards.6.
Parapets and Ornamentation a. Parapets and ornamentation
shall be braced.b. Missing segments of original parapets and ornaments may
be replaced with lightweight materials that duplicate the appearance of
the original member.c. Original parapets and ornamentation on principal facades shall
not be removed.Other parapets may be removed with
City staff approval.d. The exposed exterior edge of concrete beams shall be
veneered
in matching
brick.D. Materials 1. Material substitutes will be considered during project review (
fiber-glass columns, tin cornices, etc.) however, traditional detailing and intent
shall be maintained. Any improvements, restoration or new construction
shall duplicate
details and materials as accurately as possible. See Appendix B for policy on use of
alternate materials
2. Sashes shall be wood or steel, consistent to the historical period. Aluminum
storefronts shall not be permitted. Doors shall be wood, steel - simulating wood or an
approved substitute.3.
Exposed rough wood siding and trim shall not be permitted.4.
No reflective glass shall be permitted. Translucent or stained glass shall be consistent
with the historic period.5.
All transoms shall be glazed with transparent or translucent glass.6.
Contemporary roll-up service doors are not permitted.
7. No chain link or rough-wood appearance fencing shall be
permitted.E.
Colors 1. Samples of period colors are available in the Planning
Division.F.
Lighting 1. Lighting at display windows and entrances shall be incandescent and
concealed from direct view. No rotating, blinking, animated, or flashing lights shall be
permitted.No colored lights shall be
permitted.2. All exterior site lighting (i.e. rear yards or signs) shall be directed inward so as not
to disturb adjacent
uses.3. Outdoor light fixtures must be compatible with the style and period of the
building and not obscure or conflict with significant architectural details of the
building.Overhead and exposed wiring and conduit for outdoor lighting is not
permitted.G.
Slgnage Signs playa substantial role In creating the overall visual character of a business
district.As a primary visual element of any commercial area, each sign can enhance the image
of the entire business district or detract from
it.All signage within the Plaza Historic District shall comply with the following standards
in addition to the general requirements of City's Sign Ordinance. Where conflicts
arise,these standards supersede the sign code. Historically referenced signs as
documented from original building photographs may exceed permitted
standards.1.
General a. All signs shall be subject to design review by the City prior to Issuance of
a permit in order to assure that the sign's size and style is compatible with
the historic building and does not cover or obscure significant architectural
detailing or
features.17-
b. All signs, identifying logos, initials, marKs or graphics shall be considered a part
of the signage for any project.
c. No signs with changeable copy shall be permitted except for gasoline service
stations, movie theaters, and places of large public gatherings.
d. All signs shall be designed for visual communication to pedestrians and slow-
moving vehicular traffic.
e. Existing painted wall signs deemed by the City of Orange as having historic
significance shall not be removed, defaced, painted over, or covered. Building
owners are encouraged to restore these signs and maintain their historic
character.
f. New signs painted directly on the building wall or facade shall not be permitted.
g. No sign shall have more than two faces, and both faces shall be identical.
2. Sign Types
a. Freestanding Signs:
No freestanding signs shall be permitted in the Plaza Historic District.
b. Wall Signs:
1) Number - Wall signs on each building elevation shall be no greater than the
number of tenants in a building.2)
Size - Wall signs on either the front or rear building elevation shall be limited in
area to one square foot for each lineal foot of a tenant's street frontage. Sign
length shall be limited to a maximum of 20 feet.3) Letter
Height - Letter height is restricted to a maximum of 24 inches and a minimum of 15
inches. Multiple lines of text are permitted in compliance with the sign
area requirements.4) Location - Wall
signs shall be located in logical "signable" areas such as continuous flat surfaces which
are void of windows, doors, or other architectural details. For many
older buildings the most appropriate place for signs may be
on the lintel strips above storefronts or on transom panels above display windows. For
newer buildings, continuous areas of masonry which are often
immediately above the top of the storefront offer the best opportunities for
sign placement.c. Projecting Signs:1)
Number - One projecting
sign is permitted per tenant, in lieu of a wall sign.2) Size - Projecting signs on
either the front or rear building elevation shall be limited in area to one square
foot per sign face for each lineal foot of a 18-
tenant's street frontage, with the maximum area of 15 square feet per
face.
3) Location - Signs shall be located to provide at least eight feet of vertical clearance
between the grade and the lowest point of the sign.d.
Hanging Pedestrian (Blade) Signs:1)
Number - One hanging pedestrian sign is permitted per tenant, in addition to permitted
wall or projecting signs.2) Size -
Hanging signs shall be limited in area to eight square feet per sign face.3) Location -
Signs
shall be located perpendicular to and directly above the sidewalk with at least
eight feet of vertical clearance provided between the grade and the lowest
point of the sign.e. Window Signs:1)
Window sign area
shall be calculated as part of the total allowable area for wall signs.2)
Window sign with
solid background shall be limited to ten percent of the window in which it
is located. Window sign consisting of lettering only shall be limited to
20% of the window in which it is located.f. Awnings:1) Awnings
which contain
signs, graphics, logos, or marks shall be considered signs, and shall
be calculated as part of the total allowable area for wall signs.
2) Signage on awnings
shall not exceed 30 percent of the projected area of the awning. Projected area
is that area as indicated when drawn as part of the buildings elevation.
3) Translucent, backlit plastic
awnings are prohibited.3. Letter Styles Letter
style shall be
in keeping with the historic character and style of the building.The following letter sample
lists the recommended type styles.4. Materials a. Signs
shall be
wood or metal or utilize materials to accurately simulate wood or metal. Neon on painted
metal is permitted for projecting and hanging pedestrian signs.b. Plastic,
high gloss
or shiny surfaces are prohibited.19-
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Styles.
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5. Colors
a. No sign shall have more than three colors, excluding logos.
b. Muted colors such as browns, oranges, grays, maroon, deep or dark greens,
beige, black and white are acceptable colors, subject to intensity, proper color
balance, and compatibility with the building color scheme. See Community
Development Department for color palette recommended in the Plaza Facade
Design Study.
6. Lighting
a. No internally illuminated signs shall be permitted or replaced. This includes
individually mounted letters as well as conventional "can or cabinet" signs.
b. All signs shall be externally illuminated with incandescent lights.
c. Wall and projecting signs shall be illuminated from visually concealed sources or
approved ornamental exposed incandescent fixtures.
d. Window signs shall be illuminated from concealed sources.
H. Landscape Standards
1. Streetscape
a. Small scale areas between buildings and pedestrian links to rear parking shall
include but not be limited to the following trees::
red flowering gum
Eucalyptus ficifolia)
Chinese weeping banyan
Ficus benjamina)
crape myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica)
sweet gum
Uquidambar styraciflua)
b. The irrigation system for all trees shall be automatically controlled with flood
bubblers at each tree.
c. Traditional materials which interrelate to the existing hardscape shall be used
i.e. brick or modular paved; no stamped concrete).
d. If applicant desires additional lighting for pedestrians and the City is in
agreement, the fixture and pole shall conform to incandescent lamps with a
traditional acorn shaped fixture mounted on a concrete pole 8' - 10' high.20-
2. Rear Elevations and Parking Areas
a. Parking areas need to be defined and confined by the use of plant material and
low walls where the City deems appropriate.
b. The following are examples of landscaping materials that are allowed:
camphor tree
Cinnamomum camphora)
carrotwood
Cupania anacardiodes)
London plane tree
Platanus aesTifolia)
Ground Cover:
ivy geranium
Pelargonium pelatum)
star jasmine
Trache/ospermum jasminoides)
c. Irrigation systems shall be automatically controlled with flood bubblers at each
tree.
e. Plant hedges or free-standing masonry walls shall be 30" - 36" high. The use
of screen walls shall be subject to the approval of the City.
f. Incandescent, traditional, low ornamental street and parking area lighting shall
be utilized for project lighting.
3. Plaza Park
a. Plant material and trees shall reflect the historical species used in the park.
b. Park furniture, fixtures, and equipment shall be compatible with the historical
period and setting in the plaza.
CHAPTER 3 - Downtown Core The
Downtown Core is comprised of the eight blocks surrounding the Plaza Historic District,bounded
by the centerline of Maple Avenue on the north, Almond Avenue on the south, Grand Street
on the east and Lemon Street on the west. Due to its geographic relationship to the Plaza
Historic District, it serves two separate functions. Because the Plaza Historic District is listed
on the National Register of Historic Places, the Downtown Core serves as a backdrop for the
Plaza District, and any new construction must maintain and/or complement the existing historic
context. The Downtown Core also acts as a buffer, providing a transition between the massive
architectural forms and retail activity of the Plaza Historic District to the smaller architectural
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A. Siting Design
1. Properties with frontage on Glassell Street and Chapman Avenue shall comply with
the Plaza Historic District Siting Design Standards. All other properties shall have a
front yard setback equal to or greater than the average of the setbacks provided on
adjacent structures facing the same street.
2. New streetscape shall be consistent with existing street fumiture and fIXtures located
in the public right-
of-way.3. Screening shall be provided to conceal service entrances, service yards
and
trash enclosures.4. A 15 foot landscaped front setback is required for parking areas.
Unless provided on an adjacent lot, all parking shall be located to the rear of
new developments.B.
Building Design 1. Buildings with frontage on Glassell Street and Chapman Avenue shall
comply with the Plaza Historic District Facade, Entrance and Window
Design Standards.2. The height of new or rehabilitated buildings shall not exceed two stories or
30 feet,nor be taller than adjacent buildings, whichever shall be the
lesser height.3. All buildings shall have integrated
equipment screening.4. Building style and materials shall be compatible with the proposed use and
with the surrounding context. Generally, buildings with a commercial character
will be defined by "parapet" construction (no exposed or expressed sloped roofs),
and have a front yard setback consistent with the base
zone requirements.
C. Materials 1. Material substitutes will be considered during project review (fiber-
glass columns, tin comices, etc.) however, traditional detailing and intent shall
be maintained. Any improvements, restoration or new construction shall
duplicate traditional original details and materials as accurately as possible. See Appendix B for policy
on use
of altemate materials.2. Buildings that are to be residential in character shall appear to
be constructed of wood, brick, or stone. Exterior finishes shall be painted horizontal
siding, face brick,stone veneer, cement plastic (limited to specific design elements),
and shall be smooth in texture or
painted wood shingles.3. Exposed roof coverings may be wood shingles, slate shingles, clay
tile caps and pans (limited to specific design elements)
or composition shingles.4. Aluminum, steel, fiberglass, and plastic awnings or canopies shall
not be permitted.5. Marquees, canopies, awnings, and material substitutes will
be permitted provided that traditional detailing, textures, finishes and
intent are
6. All sashes shall be consistent with the historic period.
7. Exposed rough or resawn siding and trim shall not be permitted.
8. Reflective glass shall not be permitted.
9. All doors shall be wood or steel-simulated wood, including service doors.
No contemporary roll-up doors shall
be permitted.10. Security bars, if needed, shall not be mounted on the exterior of
the building.11. See Appendix B for policy on use of
alternate materials.
D. Colors Refer to the Plaza Historic District section regarding the use of colors in
this District.
E. Lighting Refer to the Plaza Historic District section regarding the use of lighting in
this District.
F. Signage
1. General The Plaza Historic District sign criteria shall apply in the Downtown
Core, with exception to
freestanding signs.2.
Freestanding Signs a. Freestanding signs are prohibited for properties fronting on Glassell
Street or
Chapman Avenue.b. Area - Freestanding signs shall be limited to a maximum of ten square feet
in area for each sign face, excluding the base
structure.c. Height - Ground mounted signs shall be limited in height to 42 inches above
grade.
d. Lighting - Freestanding signs shall use external incandescent lighting.G.
Landscape Standards 1.
Buildings fronting on Chapman Avenue or Glassell Street shall comply with the Plaza Historic
District Landscape Standards.2.
All other areas within the district shall comply with the Residential Quadrants Landscape
Standards.23-
CHAPTER 4 - Spoke Street Corridors This
area consists of all properties with frontage on North Glassell Street from Maple Avenue to
Walnut Avenue, South Glassell Street from Almond Avenue to the Garden Grove (22)Freeway,
East Chapman Avenue from Grand Street to Cambridge Street, and West Chapman Avenue
from Lemon Street to Batavia Street.A.
Siting Design 1.
Minimum front yard setbacks shall be as follows:N.
Glassell, S. Glassell and E. Chapman: 15'W.
Chapman: 0'No
front yard setback shall exceed 25'.2.
A fifteen foot landscaped front setback is required for parking areas. Unless provided
on an adjacent lot, all parking shall be located to the rear of the structure.3.
Front yard setbacks shall be fully landscaped. Other uses within the front yard setback,
such as open air dining patios, shall be subject to City approval.4.
Side yard setbacks shall be a minimum of five feet, except along West Chapman Avenue
where a "0" foot setback is permitted.5.
Parking perpendicular to the rear property line shall be set back a minimum of three feet
clear and shall be landscaped with trees in wells a maximum of 20 feet on center.
6.
In order to minimize vehicular conflicts between on and off site circulation, shared access
driveways are encouraged. It is further recommended that rear parking areas
be designed in such a manner as to allow circulation between properties.7.
A continuous concrete curb shall be provided at all landscaped areas to serve as wheel
stops where parking is adjacent to the landscaped areas. Independent wheel stops
shall not be permitted.8.
All alley rights-of-way shall be landscaped and fenced as approved by the
City.9. Trash enclosures, service buildings and service areas shall be screened
with landscaping and oriented away from existing residential developments. Any
colors and materials shall be compatible with the existing development, unless
otherwise approved by the
City.10. When required, the developer shall provide new hardscape, sidewalks,
street fumiture and street lights in public rights-of-way which are
compatible with the
existing approved improvements.11. When feasible, rear building entrances shall be enhanced
with landscape and hardscape and shall be made accessible as
secondary public entrances.12. Required property line division walls shall be solid masonry, a maximum
of six feet high. Fences in the front setback shall not exceed 42" in height.
All walls
fences are subject to review for compatibility with adjacent developments and
existing structures.
B. Building Design
1. Buildings on East Chapman Avenue and South Glassell Street are encouraged to
maintain the residential character of the area.
2. Buildings on North Glassell Street may be commercial or residential in character.
3. On West Chapman, a zero foot setback and parapet building style are encouraged
to maintain Plaza Historic District character.
4. Building heights shall not exceed two stories or 30 feet, nor the heights of adjacent
buildings, whichever is less.
C. Materials
1. Material substitutes will be considered during project review (fiber-glass columns,
tin cornices, etc.) however, traditional detailing and intent shall be maintained.
Any improvements, restoration or new construction shall duplicate traditional
original details and materials as accurately as possible. See Appendix B for policy on use
of alternate
materials.2. Residential buildings shall appear to be constructed of wood, brick or stone.
Exterior finishes may be painted horizontal siding, face brick, stone veneer, cement plaster
or painted wood
shingles.3. Exposed roof coverings may be wood shingles, slate shingles, clay tile capes
and pans or composition
shingles.4. Marquees, canopies, awnings, and material substitutes will be permitted
provided that traditional detailing, textures, finishes, and intent are
maintained.5. All sashes shall be wood or steel, and consistent with the historic
period.6. Exposed rough or resawn siding and trim shall not be
permitted.7. Reflective glass shall not be
permitted.8. All doors shall be wood or steel-simulating wood, including service
doors. No contemporary roll-up doors
shall be permitted.9. Security bars shall not be mounted on the exterior
of the building.10. See Appendix B for policy on the use
of alternate
materials.D. Colors Refer to the Plaza Historic District section regarding the use of colors in
the
Spoke Street
E. Lighting
Refer to the Plaza Historic District section regarding the use of lighting in the Spoke Street
Corridors.
F. Signage
1. General
The Plaza Historic District sign criteria shall apply in the Spoke Street Corridors, with
exception to monument signs.
2. Freestanding Signs
a. Area - Freestanding signs shall be limited to a maximum of 12 square feet in area
for each sign face, excluding the base structure.b.
Height - Ground mounted signs shall be limited in height to 42 inches above grade.c.
Lighting -
Freestanding signs shall use external incandescent lighting.G. Landscape Standards
1. Refer to
Plaza Historic District Landscape Standards for street furniture requirements.2. To
promote
pedestrian traffic, large canopy trees should be planted at consistent intervals in the
parkway.H. Parkway/Street
Trees All plantings must
comply with City standards regarding variety, spacing, utility and vision clearances and tree
maintenance. A permit must be obtained from the Public Works Department, Parkway Tree
Division, for all plantings in the parkway area.CHAPTER 5 - Residential
Quadrants The Residential Quadrants (divided
by the intersections of Glassell Street and Chapman Avenue) encompass a majority
of the Old Towne District, a square mile area bounded by Walnut Avenue on the
north, LaVeta Avenue on the south, Batavia Street on the west and Cambridge Street on the
east, including the Nutwood Tract south of LaVeta Avenue and east of Glassell Street, but
excluding the Plaza Historic District and Downtown Core located at the center of the Old
Towne District, and the Spoke Street Corridors, which converge at the Plaza.The following development standards
and design criteria apply to all historic structures within the residential quadrants. These
requirements are in addition to the zoning standards applicable to each property.
Where conflicts arise, these standards supersede base zoning requirements.In accordance with
the
Historic Preservation Element of the City's General Plan, these standards recognize that the
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of historic structures, rather than from isolated individual buildings. Therefore, the followingdesignanddevelopmentstandardsemphasizecontextandcompatibilityindesignofbuildingadditions, rehabilitation or new infill structures.
A. General
1. New Construction
a. The design of a new residence shall be complementary to other residences on
the block. Specifically, infill construction shall be consistent with the following
characteristics of contributing buildings on the street:
1) Massing, scale, shape, and proportions.
2) Open space, rhythm and pattern.
3) Landscape features.
b. The design of infill construction in those portions of the residential quadrants
that are zoned for commercial or industrial uses shall comply with the Design
Standards for the Amendment to the Southwest Project area, and the Santa Fe
Depot Area Specific Plan.
2. Additions and Alterations to Historic Structures
Additions shall be compatible with the other buildings on the block and/or adjacent
comer development. This includes compatibility with the street pattern between
buildings, their open space, height, mass and bulk.
New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroyhistoricfeaturesthatcharacterizetheproperty. The new work shall be compatible
with the old in terms of the massing, size, scale and architectural features, to protect
the historic integrity of the property and its surroundings.
New additions and adjacent or unrelated new construction shall be undertaken in
such a manner that if removed in the future, the historic property would be
unimpaired.
3. Additions to Non-Historic
Structures Additions to and rehabilitation of non-contributing buildings shall usethedesignfeaturesofthebuildingsoriginalperiod, and shall be compatible
with its surroundings with respect to size
and scale.B.
Design Standards 1.
Siting Design a. All buildings shall have a minimum front yard setback of
20 feet.b. No required parking shall be permitted in front of any
principal building.
c. When an industrial zone faces a residential zone, it is recommended that
parking and related office uses be situated at the front of the site to reduce
impacts associated with operation of manufacturing functions.
d. See "The Whole House" for definitions of style and general reference. Also see
Appendix B and/or the Planning Department.
2. Building Design - Residential Structures a.
Facades 1)
Orientation - The principal facade of a new building shall be oriented parallel to
the street it faces.2) Floor
Elevations - The height of the floor above grade shall be similar to floor height of
neighboring properties.3) Facade Elements -
In remodeling and restoration of existing buildings, it is recommended that elements
such as protruding bays, dormers,covered porches, and various
off-sets of the facade generally be preserved, and in
new construction, contemporary adaptations of such elements may be
appropriate.4) Additions - In
order to preserve the facades of existing buildings and to generally maintain the existing
character of block faces, the construction of additions to existing
contributing buildings are generally discouraged in yards adjoining public
streets and should instead be confined to side and rear yards which
are generally out of public view.5) Maintenance of Facades
and Elevations Facina a Public Street - Where air conditioning units, mechanical equipment,
stairways, new exits,additional windows, or other such
elements must be added to accommodate the new use, these
shall be added to the least visible portions of the building.b.
Height and Mass 1)
The height of new
infill and building additions within the R1 and R2 zones shall not exceed one and
one-half stories. Two stories may be permitted subject to issuance of
a conditional use permit.2) The height of
new infill construction and building additions within the R3 and R4 zones shall
be as follows:Properties currently developed with
a 2-story residential structure may add-to or
rebuild the property to a 2-story height limit.Properties
currently developed with a one or one half story residential structure,
and are adjacent to a one or one and one half story residential
structure, may add-to or rebuild the property to a one and
one half story height limit. Properties are considered adjacent when
they share any portion of a common boundary, meet at any point or
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are separated only by a private right of way, or a public right of way
less than 36 feet in width.
Properties limited to a one and one half story height limit may request
additional height to two stories subject to the issuance of a
Conditional Use Permit.
3) All new two-story residential construction shall be designed to minimize
the impact on the privacy of adjacent properties. Design should
employ features such as frosted glass and clearstory windows to minimize
visual intrustion from second story windows and shall limit the use of side
access stairways/doors, patioslbalconies, and severs shadow
producing
elevations.4) Cantilevers, as architectural elements, may be permitted on accepted
Old Towne styles (Craftsman, Victorian, California Bungalow), where
such elements do not project beyond the edge of the eave line of the
roof.c. Front Entrances and
Porches 1) Detailina - Railings, mouldings, tilework, carvings and other detailing and
architectural decorations on front entrances and porches must be typical
of the style and period of the main building.
2) Enclosures - A front entrance or porch may not be enclosed with any material,
although, mesh screens may be permitted on Craftsman,Victorian,
and California Bungalow style structures and retain the style and period
of the building.3)
Stvle - Each main building must have a front porch or entry treatment with a shape,
roof form, materials, and colors that are typical of the style and period of
the building. A front entrance or porch must reflect the dominant horizontal and
vertical characteristics of the main building.d. Windows
and Doors 1) Front
facade oDeninas - The number of door openings in the front facade of the
main building must not be increased. Each story of a front facade of the
main building must contain at least two windows or one window and a
door.2) Security and
ornamental bars - Security and ornamental bars are only permitted on California Spanish,
Medetterean or Mission Style Homes.3) Shutters - Shutters must
be typical of the style and period of the building and generally match the size
of the opening 4) ~a) All windows and
doors
in the front facade of the main building must be proportionally balanced in a
manner typical of the style and period of the building.29-
b) No single, fixed plate glass is allowed except as part of an original
period design (i.e. transom and sidelights). The size and proportion
of window and door openings located on the front and side facades
of the main building must be typical of the style and period of the
building.
c) All windows and doors in the front and side facades of the main
building must be typical of the style and period of the building.
d) The frames of windows must be trimmed in a manner typical of the
style and period of the building.
e. Architectural Features
1) Roofs
a) SloDe and Ditch - The degree and direction of roof slope and pitch must
be typical of the style and period of the main building and compatible
with existing building forms in this district: Victorian, Hip Cottage,
California Bungalow, Craftsman Bungalow. Flat roofs are permitted
on Mediterranean, Revival, Prairie School, covered porches
or porte cocheres. Secondary roof forms for porches or donners
shall also be compatible in style and placement. Generally,the
roof form must be considered in the context of the existing roof forms
on adjacent buildings.b)
Overhana - The minimum permitted roof overhang for a new or move-in
main building is 18 inches. A replacement roof on an existing
building must have an overhang that is equal to or greater than
the overhang of the roof it replaces. Additions shall maintain the
same size and design of overhang, brackets, and lookout rafters.Exposed
eaves, rafter tails, fascia design and material shall be compatible
with existing roof style.c)
Pattems - Roof patterns of a main building must be typical of the style and
period of the architecture of the building.d) Materials -
A listing of alternate materials is provided in Appendix B.e) Skvliahts and
solar Danels - Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, skylights, and solar
panels are only permitted on:1) the rear 50%
of the roof of a main building on an interior lot.2) the rear inside
quadrant of the roof of a main building on a corner lot; and 3)
the roof of
an accessory building in the rear yard.The Design Review Board
may allow skylights and solar panels at another location on a
building if their placement does not have an 30-
adverse effect on the architecture of the building, block face, or the
Old Towne District as a whole.
2) Stairs
Second and third story exterior staircases are only permitted on accessory
buildings and the rear 50% of the main building, except that they are not
permitted on exterior street elevations.
3) Columns
a) Function - Columns are only permitted as vertical supports near the front
entrance of the main building or as vertical supports for porches.
b)
Materials - Columns must be constructed of brick, stucco, wood, cut stone, or
other materials that look typical of the style and period of the main
building. No pipe or wrought iron columns are permitted.c) Stvle -
Columns must be of a style typical of the style and period of the main building.
d) Width dimensions -
The width of a column shaft at its widest point must be at least:
1) one-eighth of
the height of the column for a one-story column;and 2)
one-
tenth of the height of the column for a two-story column.
4) Chimneys
All chimneys must be compatible with the style and period of the main
building. Chimneys on the front 50% of a main building or on a comer
side elevation must be constructed of brick, stucco, natural stone, or other
materials that match or are compatible in texture, color and style with the
main building; and of a style and proportion that is typical of the style and
period of the main building.
5) Eaves and soffit height
The eaves or soffit height of a main building must be within 10% of the
eaves or soffit height of the dosest main building in this district of a
similar style and having the same number of stories.
6) Porte cocheres (covered entrance porch)
Porte cocheres must be preserved as architectural features and not be
enclosed by fences, gates, or other structures or materials.
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3. Building Design - Non-Residential Structures
a. There are several small 1930's commercial structures located within residential
zones in the northwest and southwest residential quadrants. These structures
are considered non-conforming, and are subject to the Orange Municipal
Code requirements pertaining to non-conforming structures and uses.
Any exterior repair, rehabilitation or minor changes that are permitted by
the Orange Municipal Code, must be conducted in accordance with the design
provisions of the Southwest Project Area Old Towne
Thematic District.b. The Design Standards for the Amendment to the Southwest Project
Area shall apply to non-residential building additions and infill construction
in those areas zoned for commercial and industrial use. These
standards cover new construction, adaptive reuse, new additions, rehabilitation
and
general site standards.c. All projects within the boundaries of the Santa Fe Depot Area
SpecifiC Plan shall comply with the provisions
of that
Plan.4. Materials a. In general, the only permitted facade materials are brick,
wood siding, cut stone, and stucco. Where such architectural styles used a
mixture of materials it will be permitted, otherwise all four sides shall use the
same material. All facade treatments and materials must be typical of the style and
period of the main building, and the level of detailing shall be the same
for all facades.b. Brick. All exposed brick on facades must be fired brick as
defined by the American Standard
Testing Materials Designation.c. Wood Facades. Existing wood facades must be preserved
as wood facades.Wood shingles are not permitted as a primary facade material,
but may be used in gables and on columns and foundation skirts in a manner
that is typical of the style and period of
the main building.d. Material substitutes will be considered during
project review (fiber-glass columns, tin cornices, etc.) however, traditional detailing
and intent shall be maintained. Any improvements, restoration or
new construction shall duplicate traditional original details and materials as
accurately as possible. See Appendix B for policy on
use of
alternate materials.5. Colors a. All structures shall have a dominant color. The colors of
a
structure must be compatible.b. Fluorescent and metallic colors are not permitted on
the
exterior of any structure.c. The use and color of stain shall be typical of the architectural
style and
period of
d. Brick surfaces not previously painted shall not be painted unless it has been
determined through city review that painting is absolutely necessary to restore
or preserve the brick, or, when adding to or renovating the existing structure, a
replacement brick of similar color and texture is not obtainable.
6. Lighting
Outdoor light fixtures must be compatible with the style and period of the main
building and not obscure or conflict with significant architectural details of the
building. Overhead and exposed wiring and conduit for outdoor lighting is not
permitted.
7. Signage
Refer to the City's Sign Ordinance for the requirements that apply to signs in the
residential quadrants. Requirements are based upon the base zoning and, in some
cases, the type of use.
8. Landscape Standards
a. General
In contrast to the formal patterns in the Plaza Historic District and Spoke Street
Corridors, the character of the residential landscape is established with a
variety of plant materials.
b. Fences
1) Fences must be constructed and maintained in a vertical position.
2) The top edge of a fence must be along a line that is either horizontal, or
substantially parallel to grade.
3) Fences and walls located within the front yard setback area shall not
exceed 42" in height. Fences and walls located in side and rear yards
shall not exceed six feet in height. Where there is a difference in grade
between adjacent properties, the maximum fence height shall be six feet
as measured from the high grade side and eight feet as measured from
the low grade side.
4) The color, texture, pattern and dimensions of masonry columns and
bases, and the color, width, type and elevation of mortar joints in a fence
column or base must match the masonry and mortar joints of the main
building as nearly as practicable. All exposed brick in a fence column or
base must be fired brick as defined by the American Standard Testing
Materials Designation.
5) Wrought iron and metal fences must be compatible with the style and
period of the main building. If a wrought iron or metal fence is painted or
colored, the color must complement the color of the main building.
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6) Wooden fences must have structural posts at least four inches in diameter
nominal size). The side of a wooden fence facing a public street must be
the finished side. Wooden fences may be painted or stained a color that
is complementary to the main building.
c. Sidewalks, Driveways and Curbing
1) Materials
a) All private sidewalks and curbing must be constructed of concrete, or
brick that matches or is compatible in texture, color, and style with
the surrounding paving materials.
2) Width, Style and Spacing
a) In new developments of four units or fewer, the minimum pennitted
width of a driveway in the front yard is nine feet, the maximum width is
12 feet.
b) Ribbon driveways are encouraged for new residential projects to
break up the expanse of paving and to provide increased
landscaping. When used, the ribbon must cover 75% of the length
of the driveway, and have a minimum internal grass width of 18
inches.
c) A driveway constructed in the front yard must be spaced a minimum
of one foot from an existing driveway on an adjacent lot.
d. Parkway/Street Trees
All plantings must comply with City Standards regarding spacing, utility and
vision clearance and maintenance. A pennit must be obtained from the Public
Works Department, for all plantings in the parkway area.
A "Designated Parkway Tree List" is available from the Public Works
Department.
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APPENDIX A
DESIGN GLOSSARY
ADAPTIVE REUSE - converting a building designed for specific use to a new use (e.g. a residence
converted to office space).ARCADE -
an arched roof or covered passage way.ARCH - a
curved structure supporting its weight over an open space such as a door or window.ARTICULATION - clear
and
distinct separation between design elements.ART DECO - a decorative
style widely used in the architecture of the 1930's, characterized by a smooth wall surface (usually
of stucco), sharp angular surface forms such as zigzags,chevrons, and other stylized and
geometric motifs, usage of towers and other vertical projections above the roof line
to give a vertical emphasis.ASYMMETRY - the balanced arrangement of
different elements without a common axis.AWNING SIGN - lettering is usually stenciled
or applied directly on an awning edge or "fringe"area. Dar1<er colored awnings with white
lettering are recommended. Awning signs are visible from passing automobiles and from pedestrians across
the street surveying several businesses at a glance.BACKLIT - illuminated internally
or from the inside.
BALUSTER - an upright support for a rail.BALUSTRADE -
a series of balusters surmounted by a rail.
BA TIERED - flared or sloping design found at the base
of piers, and fireplaces of craftsman homes.BAUHAUS - a school of design established in Germany by Walter
Gropius
in 1919. The term became synonymous with modem teaching methods in architecture and the applied arts,
and with a functional aesthetic for the industrial age.BAY - a regularly repeated
spatial element in a building defined by beams
or ribs or their supports.BAY WINDOW - a window projecting outward from the main wall of a
building.
BLADE OR HANGING PEDESTRIAN SIGN - generally a small and pedestrian oriented sign presenting itself
perpendicular to and directly above the sidewalk. This type of sign typically consists
of paint on wood or metal. Lighting is received by ambient and/or accent
sources.The sign lends itself to artistic expression on both sign faces and in some cases
on the mounting frame itself which can become a further decorative design element. May also be referred
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BLOCKFACE - within a block, the properties along one side of the street, which face that street.
BOLLARD -
a vertical, freestanding, short post used as a barrier to vehicles.BRACKET - a
support element under overhangs; often more decorative than functional.CAPITAL - the upper
part of a column, pilaster, or pier: the three most commonly used types of Corinthian, Doric, and
Ionic.CANTILEVER - a beam or
architectural element projecting beyond a wall line without support from below.CLAPBOARD - a long
thin board
graduating in thickness with the thick overlapping the thin edges; also known as weatherboard.CLERESTORY -
an upward extension of a
single storied space used to provide windows for lighting and ventilation.COLONNADE - a row of
columns supporting a
roof structure.CONTRIBUTING BUILDING OR STRUCTURE (as used in this
document) - all pre-1940 buildings and structures located within an established historic
district, whether individually designated historic or not, provided they retain their
original architectural features. All contributing structures are subject to the historic preservation
design standards and the Department of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.
CORNICE - a projection at the top of a
wall, usually decorative.CRITERIA - flexible recommendations designed to develop compatibility among the
building,its neighbors, and the area. Criteria are flexible to avoid
the danger of sameness. They encourage rather than insist, and discourage rather than prohibit. They
guide, but can't design.CUPOLA - a small structure, sometimes rectangular but usually round
in
plan, projecting from the ridge of a roof.DENTIL - alternate square block and blank
spaces on a cornice that
give the appearance of teeth.DESIGN ZONE - the area within which a proposed building must consider
adjacent
developments for consistency of design.DOME - a hemispherical roof or ceiling.DORMER - a
vertically framed window which projects
from a sloping roof and has a
roof of its own.DOUBLE HUNG WINDOW - a window with an upper and lower sash arranged so that
each
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DOWNTOWN CORE - that area within the Old Towne district comprised of the eight blocks surrounding
the Plaza Historic District, bounded by the centerline of Maple Avenue on the north,
Almond Avenue on the south, Grand Street on the east and Lemon Street on the west.EAVES -
the under part of a sloping roof that overhangs a wall.ECLECTIC - a
composition of elements from different styles.ELEVATIONS - a straight
on view showing the appearance of a single wall of a structure,consisting of the pattern
made by wall, roof and details. A structure usually has four elevations, front, sides and
rear. The front elevation is generally called the principal elevation or facade.EXPOSED RAFTER
TAILS - decorative
roof rafters which extend out under the eaves.FACADE - the exterior face of
a building which is the architectural front, sometimes distinguished from other faces by elaboration
of architectural or ornamental details.FASCIA - a flat strip or band
with a small projection, often found near the roofline in a single story building.FINIAL - a vertical ornamentation at
the top
of a gable or tower.FENESTRATION - the arrangement and design of windows in
a building.FRIEZE - a decorative sculptural ornament which is very flat
and shallow.GABLE - the triangular part of an exterior wall, created by
the angle of a pitched roof.GABLE ROOF - a double pitched roof.GAMBREL ROOF - a roof with
a broken slope creating two pitches between
eaves and ridges,found often on barns.GARISH - that which is gaudy, showy, flashing, dazzling, or
too bright to be
aesthetically pleasing.HIP ROOF - a roof with four uniformly pitched sides.HISTORIC RESOURCE - structures, sites
and
features identified in the 1982 Historic Inventory as historic resources (
i.e. Plaza Park, Morton Bay Fig Tree, Plaza Fountain, etc.)HISTORIC STRUCTURE -
any structure constructed prior to 1940.INFILL - generally refers to a newly constructed building
within an existing developed area. As used in this
book the term refers to non-historic buildings which have been constructed in the Old
Towne Historic District.INTERNATIONAL STYLE - the functional style of architecture, devoid of regional characteristics, created in
Western Europe and the
USA during the early 20th century and applied throughout the world.
Houses constructed in the international style are characterized by a flat roof, usually without
a ledge (coping) at the roof line, metal casement windows set 37-
flush with the outer wall, smooth unomamented wall surfaces with no decorative detailing at
doors or windows, and an asymmetrical facade.
KIOSK - a small, light structure with one or more open sides.LINTEL -
the horizontal member above a door or window which supports the wall above the opening.MANSARD -
a
roof with two slopes on each side, the lower slope being much steeper,frequently used to
add a window to an upper story.MODERNE - a style
of architecture characterized by a smooth wall surface (usually of stucco),a flat roof, usually
with a small ledge (coping) at the roof line, horizontal grooves or lines in walls and horizontal porch
railings giving a horizontal emphasis, and a facade that is generally asymmetrical. Other characteristic features
include curved building comers, use of glass block, and round windows.
MONOCHROMATIC - painting with a
single hue or color.MOVEMENT - the apparent directional emphasis
of a building facade as indicated by its proportions. Static movement is based on
square proportions, dynamic movement is based on rectangular proportions.MULLIONS - the divisional pieces
in a
multi-pane window.NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK - the highest designation
of a historically significant site or building in the United States.NEWEL POST -
the major upright support of
the end of a stair railing or a guardrail at a landing.NON-CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURE (as used in this
document) -
buildings within an historic district which do not contribute to the district
because the buildings are either contemporary in architectural style or they are historic structures which
no longer contain the architectural features characteristic of the buildings original construction.NON-
DESCRIPT - without distinctive architectural form or style.
Ordinary and without architectural character.PALLADIAN WINDOW - a three part window
with central,
top-arched portion and long, narrow rectangular windows on either side.PARAPET - the part
of a wall which rises
above the edge of a roof.PARKWAY TREE/STREET TREE - a tree that is planted
between the curb and sidewalk, or on City right-of-way area. These trees are planted by
homeowners or builders, by permit. Some of the trees are planted by the City.
PARTY WALL - a single or double wall at
a side property line which provides structural support and fire protection for the two buildings on each
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PERMITTED - (as used in this book). Designs which are allowed or encouraged to solve problems
addressed in the text. These designs are suitable examples, but are not the only ones
acceptable.PIER -
a stout column or pillar.PILASTER - a
column attached to a wall or a pier.PITCH - the slope
of a roof expressed in tenns of a ratio of height to span.PLAZA HISTORIC DISTRICT - this
District consists of the City's original commercial core of historic structures dating from the
1880's to the 1930's, surrounding the central public square and circular Plaza at Glassell
Street and Chapman Avenue. The Plaza was listed on the National Register of Historic Places
on March 9, 1982.PORTAL - the principal entry of
a structure.PORTE COCHERE - a large covered entrance
porch through which vehicles can drive.PORTICO - a large porch, usually with a
pedimented roof supported by columns.POST MODERN - 1950 -1990 opposition style and reaction
against modernism, often exaggerating certain characteristics of modernist fonns. The style was
characterized by use of classical architectural elements placed on a contemporary structure to
create a sense of drama or confusion.PRESERVATION - the treatment of an existing building
to stop
or slow deterioration, stabilize the structure and provide for structural safety without changing or
adversely affecting its fabric or appearance.PROHIBITED - (as used in this book). Design approaches
which are
not allowed unless otherwise detennined by the City for a specific case.PROPORTION - the
relationship of the dimensions of building masses or architectural
elements in plan or elevation, usually expressed as a ratio. For instance,
if a building's facade is 20 feet high and 30 feet wide, its proportion is 2:
3.RAFTER - a structural member of the roof that extends from the ridge
to the eaves and is used to support the roof deck, shingles, or other roof coverings.RAIN CAP - a
flared section of clapboard above first floor windows on a
two story structure.REHABILITATION - alterations to historic buildings which maintain the significant architectural style of the building
while meeting the needs of current uses.REMODELING - any change or
alteration to a building which substantially alters its original state.RENOVATION -
to make like new again.REPRODUCTION - to produce again.39-
RECONSTRUCTION - the construction, on its original site, or a replica of a building or facility which
no longer exists, based upon archeological, historical, documentary and physical evidence.
Both modem and traditional construction techniques may be used.RECYCLING,
ADAPTIVE REUSE - the reuse or new use of older structures that would otherwise be
demolished, often involving extensive restoration or rehabilitation of the interior and/or
exterior.REHABILITATION, RENOVATION -
the modification of or changes to an existing building in order to extend
its useful life or utility through repairs or alterations, while preserving the features of the
building that contribute to its architectural, cultural or historic character.REPOINTING - removal of
unconsolidated or loose mortar joints between exterior brick or stone masonry, and the
replacement of new mortar to bond the courses of brick or stone.Repointing also refers to
the finish pattern or tooling of the joint: raked, flush, "V" shaped,concave or beaded.RESIDENTIAL
QUADRANTS - that area
divided by the intersections of Glassell Street and Chapman Avenue, encompassing a majority
of the Old Towne District, a square mile area bounded by Walnut Avenue on
the north, La Veta Avenue on the south, Batavia Street on the west and Cambridge Street on
the east, including the Nutwood tract south of La Veta Avenue and east of Glassell Street,
but excluding the Plaza Historic District and Downtown Core located at the center of
the Old Towne District, and the Spoke Street Corridors, which converge at the Plaza.RESTORATION -
the careful and meticulous
return of a building to its appearance at a particular time period, usually on its
original site, by removal of later work and/or replacement of missing earlier work.RETROFITTING -seismic
structural strengthening of unreinforced
masonry buildings.RHYTHM - the regular or harmonious recurrence
of lines, shapes, forms, elements or colors,usually within a proportional system.RIDGE - the
highest line of a roof
where sloping planes intersect.SCALE - the interrelation of the size or architectural
spaces, masses, elements, construction units, with the dimensions of the human figure.SHED
ROOF - a sloping, single planed roof as seen
on a lean-to.SHIPLAP SIDING - a horizontal siding, usually wood, with a
beveled edge to provide a weathertight joint.SIGNIFICANT ARCHITECTURAL STYLE - the style of the building
which existed
when that building became important historically.SILHOUETTE - profile or outline of an object.
SKIRTING - flared clapboards found
at the base or first course of perimeter
siding.SOFFIT - the finished underside of an eave.40-
SPOKE STREETS - that area within the Old Towne district consisting of all properties with frontage
on North Glassell Street from Maple Avenue to Walnut Avenue, South Glassell Street from
Almond Avenue to the Garden Grove (22) Freeway, East Chapman Avenue from Grand Street
to Cambridge Street, and West Chapman Avenue from Lemon Street to Batavia Street.STORY,
HALF - one half story as opposed to full story buildings are structures in which the top floor area
is within the established roof line, and room heights within the % story' space conform to
the Uniform Building Code regulations for "Habitable" space. The building has two floors of
habitable rooms but appears as a one-story structure from an architectural standpoint.The
half story may contain dormers.STREET
FURNITURE - functional elements located in street right of way, such as street lights, fire
hydrants, benches, tree grates, and bus shelters.STREETSCAPE - those
elements of the street scene including general appearance of buildings facing the
street, placement and spacing of structures in relationship to each other and to the
street, width of the street and appearance of driveways, sidewalks, signage, street lights, and landscaping
features.SYMMETRY - the balanced
arrangement of equivalent elements about a common axis.TOWER - a building or
structure typically higher that its diameter.TRIANGULAR KNEE BRACE - a decorative
triangle bracket located along the gable end of a roof which supports the overhang.TRANSOM
WINDOWS - a horizontal window frame
with decorative glass placed above a picture window or door of the same
length.TURRET - a little tower often at the
comer of a building.WAINSCOT - a decorative or protective facing applied to
the lower portion of an interior partition or wall, such as wood paneling or facing
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APPENDIX B
SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS
These documents are available for reference or purchase through the City of Orange
Community Development Department).
The Whole House
An information Guide to Home Maintenance & Rehabilitation
City of Orange Planning Department
Historic Preservation Element
General Plan
City of Orange Planning Department
Southwest Redevelopment Project Area Design Standards
Secretary of Interior Guidelines
Chapman College Specific Plan
Santa Fe Depot Area Specific Plan
State CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) Guidelines
URM Seismic Retrofit Ordinance (OMC Chapter 15.55)
Use of Alternate Materials
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THE SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR'S
STANDARDS FOR REHABILITATION
Included in this document as they apply to buildings
on the National Register of Historic Places.)
1. A property shall be used for its historic purpose or be placed in a new use that
requires minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its
site and environment.
2. The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The
removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that
characterize a property shall be avoided.
3. Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place, and
use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as
adding conjectural features of architectural elements from other buildings, shall
not be undertaken.
4. Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historic
significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved.
5. Distinctive features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of
craftsmanship that characterize a historic property shall be preserved.
6. Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. Where the
severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new
feature shall match the old in design, color, texture, and other visual qualities
and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing features shall be
substantiated by documentary, physical or pictorial evidence.
7. Chemical or physical treatments, such as sandblasting, that cause damage to
historic materials shall not be used. The surface cleaning of structures, if
appropriate, shall be undertaken using the gentlest means possible.
8. Significant archeological resources affected by a project shall be protected and
preserved. If such resources must be disturbed, mitigation measures shall be
undertaken.
9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy
historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be
differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale,
and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its
environment.
10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in
such a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of
the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired.
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USE OF ALTERNATE MATERIALS
Maintenance and ReDair of Structures
In most cases, the recommended policy is to retain, repair or restore original
architectural elements rather than to replace them.
If such elements cannot be repaired or recreated, the replacement should be made with
the original material when possible, but when necessary, substitutions may be made
with materials that match in design, texture and color.
Buildina Additions and New Construction
When owners construct additions to existing historic and non historic structures, the
materials should match the original.
When constructing a detached garage, second unit and or new infill construction,
alternate materials such as hardboard siding, hardboard garage doors, high density
polymer architectural elements can be used where such elements and materials convey
the visual appearance of the original feature.
Sources and TVDes of Substitute Materials
The City's Planning Department has a listing of sources for historical products as listed
in "Traditional Building". Listed are sources for original, reproduction, and substitute
materials including cast stone, aluminum, columns, fiber cement shingles for roofing
and siding, sheet metal ornamentation, glass fiber reinforces concrete architectural
elements and replacement historic windows made of aluminum and steel.
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