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(overhang) beyond the south wall. It will extend the existing one -storey 2/12 roof slope along the south 20' length of the addition and create a 6' roof covered porch area facing the existing patio and deck areas. The addition's roof form will be a cross -gable to the existing homes side gabled roof with a matching 4/12 slope. Along with the new addition, the existing roof will be replaced and receive new fiberglass asphalt 30 year dimensional shingles. New pre -finished aluminum soffit, fascia and gutter/downspouts will match the existing. The addition will be wood frame construction and clad with matching painted cedar shake siding (13" exposure to match existing. New windows will compliment interior use and exterior architectural context, providing divided -lite muntins to match existing. Pella brand windows are specified. STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: East Wavne Street III. NEW CONSTRUCTION New construction includes any new building or structure constructed within the boundaries of the historic district, or any new addition to an existing building. New construction should be designed considering the appearance of the other buildings in the neighborhood. A. HEIGHT AND PROPORTION The majority of structures in the district are two stories high and are square, rectangular, or irregular in plan. There are a few story -and -a -half residences. The prevalent facade proportions are between a 1:1 and a 1:2 height -to -width ratio. Required The height of a new structure and its height -to -width proportions shall be consistent with adjacent buildings in the district. The building height shall be no greater, than that of the tallest existing structure and no less than that of the lowest existing structure of the same type in the same block. Facade proportions shall be established by permitting no structure with a facade wider or narrower than those existing in the same block. Additions to existing buildings shall be related in height and proportion to the existing structure. Recommended Contemporary designs should be compatible in character and mood to the building or neighborhood. Prohibited Additions may not be constructed that would change the existing facade of a building, alter its scale or architectural character, or add new height. Not Recommended New stories should not be added, nor should existing stories be removed, which would destroy important architectural details, features or spaces of the building. Any style or period of architecture that is incompatible with what exists should not be permitted in the new additions. B. BUILDING MATERIALS Wall materials in the district include brick, stucco, half-timbering, stone, clapboard, shingle, and metal and vinyl siding. Required Exterior materials used on a new structure shall be compatible in scale, texture and color with adjacent structures. Materials used on an addition to an existing structure shall relate to the existing or original materials of that structure. As much of the original structure as possible shall be retained so that the addition could be removed without damage to the basic structure and appearance of the building. Recommended Metal or vinyl siding may be used when it is the only feasible alternative. This siding should be compatible with the original size and style and with the materials of other buildings in the district.