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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 IN NEW CONSTRUCTION Wall materials in the district are predominantly wood clapboard and its imitation in aluminum and vinyl. Some walls are brick. Patterned shingles are common in gable ends and dormers. 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 Aluminum 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. Prohibited Inappropriate materials such as asbestos, asphalt, cast stone, or artificial brick may not be used. Not Recommended Glass blocks should not be used. Concrete block should not be used for anything other than foundations. C. NEW SHEDS AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURES Required Sheds and accessory structures (gazebos, decks, doghouses, playhouses, fountains and small reflecting pools, outdoor sculpture, children's play equipment, etc.) shall be located at the rear of the property and as unobtrusively as possible while preserving historical relationships between the buildings, landscape features, and open spaces. Proportions and materials shall conform to those required for new construction. Recommended Shed and accessory structure designs should be compatible in character and mood with the residence and neighborhood. Prohibited Prefabricated metal sheds shall not be used. Not Recommended Prefabricated wood composition sheds should not be used unless they conform with all other standards. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval. Deb Parcell Deputy Director Elicia Feasel Executive Director