Cottage building design standards

In addition to the dimension requirements in section 82-1203.6, the following building design standards shall apply:

• • A. Variety in building design. The same combination of building elements, features and treatments shall not be repeated on individual dwelling units for more than 20 percent of the total dwelling units in a cottage housing development. Dwelling units with the same combination of features and treatments shall not be located adjacent to each other. A minimum of five of the following building elements, features, and treatments shall be provided in a manner that creates visual variety between adjacent structures and within clusters of cottage units:

    • 1) Variation in general architectural elevation and size (this is required);

    • 2) Variation in roof or building colors and materials, such as brick, stone or other masonry as accents (vinyl or cementitious finish materials are prohibited);

    • 3) Varying roof shapes or gables between adjacent structures;

    • 4) Windows with visible trim and mullions;

    • 5) Roof brackets;

    • 6) Dormers;

    • 7) Fascia boards;

    • 8) Bay windows;

    • 9) Entry enhancement such as a well detailed door (multi-panel or glass insert), window adjacent to front door, or roof extension;

    • 10) Trellis;

    • 11) Modulation;

    • 12) Chimney (shown on the exterior of the house);

    • 13) Other building elements, treatments, features, or site designs approved by the code administrator that provide variety and visual interest;

    • 14) Additional porches and patios (required porch not included);

  • B. Porches.

    • 1) Cottage housing units shall have a covered porch over the primary entrance at least 60 square feet in size with a minimum dimension of six feet on any side.

    • 2) Cottage housing units shall have the covered porches of the main entry oriented to the common open space or the public street right-of-way as applicable.

  • C. Fences. All fences interior to the development shall be no more than 36 inches in height and shall be made of natural materials.

(Ord. of 2-3-2025(1), § 1(Exh. A))