03-14-11 Council Agenda & Packet

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C. Materials G) Wood or cement fiber siding/shake, stucco, and brick or stone masonry are the preferred primary building materials for new residential structures and additions. Locally-quarried stone should be used as an accent material. (ii) Bricks used on visible residential facades should be no larger than a standard brick (4" x 2" x 8"). "Queen," "jumbo," or other commercial-grade/scale bricks are prohibited. (iii) Cinder/concrete block, metal, plywood, unfinished pre-cast or poured-in-place concrete are prohibited on any residential building facades (iv) Roofs, if sloped, must be clad in cedar wood shake, fiberglass, asphalt shingles, or slate. (v) When used, asphalt or fiberglass shingles with a "shadow line" effect are encouraged, as long as they meet or exceed local building codes. (D) Colors (i) Natural tones/hues and traditional colors of the Northeast Neighborhood should be used for the main portion of building facades and roof forms. Neutral earth tones (beige to brown), shades of gray, traditional colors (brick red, dark green, navy blue), or light, subdued hues are also acceptable. (ii) Contrasting and complimentary, accent colors which are compatible with the colors listed above, are acceptable for secondary or accent colors. (iii) Primary colors, bright, or excessively brilliant colors are prohibited as the primary house color but may be used sparingly for subtle trim accents or in conjunction with a historic home restoration/renovation program. (iv) Roof colors must complement the building's primary color. Roof colors may be a natural finish (E) Projections {i) Residential entrances must be visible from the street, easily accessible, and well-lit. Architectural elements such as porches, porticos, and canopies are required to identify residential entrances 9