HPC of South Bend and St. Joseph County - Standards Update Draft

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City of South Bend and St. Joseph County Historic Preservation Guidelines 86 For More Information: Sites, Garages, Sidewalks, Paths Beyond the primary building on a site, many properties contain other historic elements such as garages, sheds, landscaping, and sidewalks that work together to give the site its look and feel . Although not every garage, shed or other building in the yard is considered important, many are, so consideration of their place in the history of the site should be undertaken when planning a project . When working on a historic ancillary building, refer to the appropriate sections on walls, roofs, and masonry for best practices when working on those parts of the building . Garages Sheds and other small structures Small modern structures can be functional and increase enjoyment of the property but can also affect the historic setting. Small structures are generally less than 100 square feet, such as tool/garden sheds, playhouses, dog houses, and gazebos . Care should be taken in design and location to produce a suitable building: • Locate in rear yard to minimize visibility from the main street, screen if necessary . • If visible, structures should have walls and roof of materials similar to the main building . • Pre-manufactured sheds that are visible from the street, especially those with metal or vinyl siding, are discouraged. Return to the Table of Contents Sites, Garages, Landscaping, Sidewalks, Paths DRAFT