Historic District Supplement, June 1977: original proposed standards and planning material, preserved as a historical document rather than a statement of current law.
(Proposed “F” and “G” Zoning Districts)
1. Use: A building or premises shall be utilized only for the uses permitted in the zoning district within which the building or premises is located, except that none of the following shall be permitted:
Drive-In Restaurants
Carry-Out Restaurants
Service Stations
Car Washes
Massage. Parlors
The Historic District Review Committee must be notified of any proposed zoning changes within the Historic District.
2. Structures:
a. Height: Delmar—New buildings must be constructed to within 15% of the average height of existing commercial buildings on the block. In no case shall a commercial structure appear to be less than two stories in height. Skinker—All new structures must appear no less than two stories in height.
b. Location: New or moved structures shall be positioned on their lots so that the original rhythm of recurrent building masses to spaces is continued as well as the original pattern of setback from the street. Skinker—As a major public thoroughfare, strict maintenance of original building lines is essential.
c. Exterior Materials: Exterior materials when visible from the street must be compatible in type and texture with the dominant materials of the neighborhood—brick masonry, stone masonry, or stucco, with terra cotta and wood used for trim and other architectural features. Artificial masonry such as Permastone is not permitted. A submission of all building materials, including mortar, shall be required prior to approval. Any canopies, coverings or necessary appendages that cannot be constructed of the afrementioned materials must be of material that is compatible in color and texture with these materials.
d. Details: Architectural details on existing structures shall be maintained in a similar size, detail and material. Where they are badly deteriorated, similar details salvaged from other buildings may be substituted provided they are in keeping with the building. Both new and replacement window and door frames, when visible from the street, shall be limited to wood or color-finished metal. Raw or unfinished aluminum is not acceptable. Awnings on the front of buildings must be of canvas or canvas-type material. New buildings should be detailed so as to be compatible with existing buildings, respecting scale, rhythm, window proportions, important cornice lines, use of materials, etc. Any alteration of the facade of an existing building should recognize the original design and detailing of the building, including window and door openings. Restoration of the building to its original appearance is encouraged. Changes in design should be compatible in scale, materials and color with existing features of the building and with adjacent historical structures. If a building has been inappropriately “modernized”, restoration or design improvements are encouraged.
e. Roof Shapes: When there is a strong, dominant roof shape in a block, any proposed new construction or alteration should be viewed with respect to its compatibility with the existing adjacent buildings.
f. Roof Materials: Roof materials shall be slate, tile, copper or asphalt shingles where the roof is visible from the street. Brightly colored asphalt shingles and shiny metal or plastic are not appropriate.
Walls, Fences and Enclosures: Walls and fences form an important part of the overall streetscape. These should be of brick, stone or stucco, wood, wrought or cast iron, or evergreen hedge when visible from the street, as is consistent with existing dominant materials. Concrete walls are also acceptable when a part of the overall building design. In places where a building is not at the building line, the use of low walls or hedges to define the building line is encouraged.
h. Parking: All off-street parking shall be located behind or to the side of commercial structures. Where visible from the street, screening with visually opaque landscaping or three foot minimum high masonry or brick-faced concrete wall shall be necessary.
i. Paving Materials: The use of masonry units campatible with adjacent building materials is encouraged. Pedestrian walks, courts, sitting areas, etc., shall be surfaced with a permanent material including textured concrete, brick pavers, cobble-stone or street pavers or any other material consistent with adjacent surfaces. Asphalt paving shall not be acceptable on any areas for pedestrian use exclusively, and acceptable on vehicular-use areas only.
Signs and Advertisements: Signs within the commercial district shall be in accordance with the zoni[ending damaged in source] ordinance except that in no case will the following be allowed: 1. Billboards and pylon signs above 25′. 2. Wallsigns above the second floor sill line. Signs obstructing architectural features. 3. Rooftop signs. 4. Large projecting signs which block windows or other signs. 5. Flashing or rotating elements. 6. Loudspeaker music or speech for advertising purposes.
k. Landscaping: If there is a predominance of particular types or qualities of landscape materials, any new planting should be compatible by considering massing and continuity. The installation of street trees by request to the City is encouraged and in some instances may be required.
1. Street Furniture and Utilities: All free-standing light standards placed in the front yards of any structure or premises shall be either authentic period styling or high-quality contemporary design. The design and location of all items of street furniture must be approved prior to placement. Special permits must be obtained if street furniture is to be located within public rights-of-way. Where possible, all new utility lines shall be underground.
Originally published in The Paper, June 1977.
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Archival transcription note: Printed afrementioned, campatible and damaged zoni ending flagged.
Original source: SD_Times1977_06.pdf, printed page(s) 7; PDF page(s) 7.
