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Home My WebLink AboutDesign GuidelinesDesign Guidelines January 16, 2008 Table of Contents Introduction............................................................................................. 3 DesignGoals............................................................................................ 4 Covina.........................................................................................................................................4 TraditionalVillage..._.............................................._....................................................................4 OpenSpace........._................................_................_......................................................................5 Interconnectivity........................................................... ............................_..................................5 Architecture........................................................................................... 6 LegendSeries.............._.................................._.................._............._........................................._.7 .................................................................................................... Design Requirements............... CottageSeries............................................................................................................................13 Design Requirements................................................................. VillageSeries ............................................................................................................................. 20 DesignRequirements.............................................................................................................20 CustomHome Sites...................................................................................................................25 DesignRequirements........................................._...........:............._.........................................25 DimensionalStandards......................................................................... 28 Special Requirements for Alley Loaded Units......................................................................28 LegendSeries........................................................................................................................29 CottageSeries........................................................................................................................29 VillageSeries.........................................................................................................................29 CustomHome Sites...............................................................................................................29 Castle Rock Design Guidelines 2 Introduction The purpose of these design guidelines is to outline the overall look and feel of the Castle Rock community. Castle Rock was created using an integrated design approach that blends open space, trails, and housing to create an overall land plan focused on useable open space and interconnectivity. Specific design concepts were employed, such as, varied setbacks and curved streets to provide for a more interesting street scene and help avoid long rows of housing and garages that are typical in more traditional subdivisions. Four distinct housing types have been included in the development to promote diversity and choice for the prospective residents. Each of these housing types has different options and features that allow the homebuyer to customize the interior and exterior of their home. These design guidelines will establish the minimum criteria for each housing type and clearly define the land planning, and architectural goals of the development. Providence development group and Hubble Homes are proud to bring an affordable and attractive neighborhood to the city of Meridian. Castle Rock Design Guidelines 3 Design Goals Coving The primary land design concept used to create this development was Coving. The Coving concept uses curved streets, varied front setbacks, and increased open space to break up straight rows of houses that are common in more standard subdivisions. Coving calls for larger front setbacks in key locations along the curved streets (see diagram below). These groupings of larger front setbacks create "coves" of open space in front of the homes that are clearly visible to pedestrians and motorists as they navigate through the community. Varying the front setbacks is essential to provide fagade modulation, unique orientation, additional landscaping and to deemphasize the garage of each housing unit. Standard Front Setback Increased Landscap in Cove Traditional Village ---i t 1 � 1 � Variety of Orientation for Houses Cove Area Increased front Flexibility to Meander Sidewalk to Provide More Visual Appeal In addition to the Coving concept Castle Rock also contains a traditional village with alley loaded units focused around a common village green. These units are specifically designed to eliminate the view of the garage from the street, and create a more pedestrian friendly environment. By placing the garage at the rear of the house it allows for more emphasis on front porches, additional variety of setbacks and sitting areas where people can interact and gather. The majority of the homes in the village area will have side yards of 16 feet, which will allow for the residents of this area to enjoy personal open space adjacent to their home and public open space in the large village green embedded within the neighborhood. Castle Rock Design Guidelines 4 Open Space Open space is a major emphasis within the Castle Rock community; over 20 percent of the total land area has been set aside for common open space areas totaling almost 40 acres. These open spaces provide opportunities for recreation and relaxation within the development so that residents will not have to go off site for these amenities. The centerpiece for open space is the large neighborhood park that will be donated to the City of Meridian. The other open space features are the linear park adjacent to the Beasley Lateral (which will be left open, and improved), and the village green embedded within the alley loaded product in the south portion of the development. Along with these large open spaces the coving concept also creates clusters of housing that adjoin common open space areas and pocket parks. These pocket parks help to define each cluster of housing as unique villages within the development and allow for each housing unit to be within walking distance of a useable open space linking the entire community. Various amenities such as tot lots, basketball courts, picnic tables, and gathering areas are spread throughout the entire community to promote interaction and communication between neighbors and friends. Furthermore a generous landscape buffer is provided around the entire perimeter of the site to create a true sense of community. This landscape buffer will contain a trail system to encourage walking, biking and other pedestrian activities. In addition generous landscaping is provided on both sides of the spine road (Taconic Drive) to provide a landscape buffer to the homeowners adjacent to the spine as well as provide a boulevard appearance. Approximately 70 percent of the housing units in the Castle Rock community adjoin a common open space area. Interconnectivity Another main goal of the overall design is to connect the entire development with a system of trails and pathways. The trails network provides opportunities for hiking, biking and walking throughout the entire development linking the pocket parks, neighborhood park, village green and perimeter landscape areas together. One of the most prominent features in the trail network is a linear park that runs through the north east portion of the site. This linear park adjacent to the Beasley Lateral will serve as a key pedestrian corridor through the development. A major pathway with intense landscaping will also run along the bank of the Ten Mile Drain. This regional pathway will connect to Meridian's overall pathway network that is being developed throughout the city. Walk-ability within this community will help to promote healthy living and a more active lifestyle. Greater awareness of environment through trail ways will focus on conservation of natural resources, water quality protection, and promote improved air quality. a 9a oa .r �o ri , �` f Castle Rock Design Guidelines 5 Architecture The purpose of the architectural guidelines described in this section are to provide specific design criteria and guidance for the development of the various housing types that will be included in the Castle Rock Community. The Legend Series, Cottage Series, and Village Series are three distinct housing styles that have been developed specifically for Castle Rock. Along with these three housing products we also have included some custom home sites. Each of these styles will offer multiple floor plans and elevations that will allow the buyer to customize the home to suit their needs. The following guidelines describe specific architectural elements that will be required for each housing series. Some of the main goals of the guidelines are to create a community that is inviting to residents and visitors, avoid a garage dominated streetscape, and provide a housing product that is affordable and attractive. It should be made clear that the following guidelines are only intended as a minimum standard and that Hubble Homes offers various upgrades and enhancements that may not be depicted in these guidelines. Furthermore there are several additional floor plans and elevations that will be offered in this community. The pictures and illustrations included in this document are representative only and solely intended to depict design principles associated with Castle Rock. The developer reserves the right to modify, or enhance any elevation as long as the minimum standards outlined ii these design guidelines are adhered to. Castle Rock Design Guidelines 6 F-0 J_=Lr-_YA-T7oN a ° t L Ztl J'7 5q Fr, 2! a � Legend Series The Legend series are the largest and most traditional homes offered in the Castle Rock community. These homes range in size from 1200 to 3555 square feet with a total of twelve different floor plans and a minimum of three distinctive elevations offered for each plan. Architectural distinction is established through the use of large front porches, colonial grid windows, and wooden shutters. Key features of this style are floor plans that offer large lofts on the upper floor and master suites with walk in closets and large bathrooms. Design Requirements The following design requirements and details further define the elements of the Legend Series. A. Roof Pitch — Shall be a minimum of five -twelfths (5:12) pitch. B. Roof Material — Roof coverings shall be of materials generally accepted as the industry standard. If the roof covering is asphalt shingles, shingles shall include a minimum warranty of twenty-five (25) years. C. Roof Form — The typical roof type is a combination of gables and sheds. Hip roofs will also be offered as one of the standard elevations. D. Overhangs — All dwelling shall be provided with eaves/overhangs which project not less than sixteen (16) inches beyond the side of the exterior wall. Gable ends will project not less than twelve (12) inches beyond the end wall. E. Wall Surface Treatment — The front surface area of the building shall have balustrades, brick, stone, or stucco accent. Other appropriate wall surface treatments include Castle Rock Design Guidelines 7 vertical and horizontal siding, board and batten, shingle, shake, hardboard, and stucco. A minimum of three material types will be required on all front elevations. F. Porches — Each dwelling shall contain a front porch, balcony, or courtyard. Porches shall be supported by minimum eight (8) inch architectural columns connected by a balustrade. G. Window Treatment — All windows on the front fagade shall contain an interior grid and be accented by shutters, sills, trim or other architectural features. H. Garages —All garage doors shall be accented by trim and in some cases columns or pop outs that extend beyond the face of the garage door. 1. Street Elevation — Two story dwellings shall have architectural features such as but not limited to, roof lines, trim bands, pop -outs, cantilevers, material variations, color variations, or eave "eyebrows", to break up the front wall plane and both the upper and lower levels. J. Corner Lot Elevations — Any side street elevation on a corner lot shall contain a minimum of two (2) windows and one (1) architectural enhancement, including but not limited to, exterior fireplace, material variations, color changes, trim bands, pop outs, boxed windows, porches, shutters, or varied wall planes with a minimum twelve (12) inch offset. Living area should be oriented toward the side street to avoid garage side walls facing public streets. Gttn.AtJCt .. `YL +.Y MAT �i Sto ws. ---':° 'T1►iN %lt Castle Rock Design Guidelines ltIan ..� 6149,2-- r Ft ui ;� ire -�:. i�;l1l fit —Illl Castle Rock Design Guidelines •iirar..a _ �� - �%1fYrttll.wrtr.+!�±•_+►..�y�.s .ra,_r scar■ - •w ._.�.. .^�–+w.u�sM�1R'y +rN�'� wes+-7�i 4r► _Rl+. _.agot +�� .•a, — ,�'a"...► !,!`'�, ,� "moi ,�'�i1��1�!�4��`` � . mml fit Hitr nUh`!l(((j`Gt(rrrrNru nrlirn.rm�rnu,�rf°r` it�w('r, 1 (,tu:tutc,;,.,,n, tau ?{.ItrI'll, d i,!Jif From-11 �� ►i��r �� , - � :� _ • • i1 • • • fwm�a-�= W -w Lam.. D,5 fi=t L -Z.? i°7 50FT Castle Rock Design Guidelines 10 I 41145111111g. N."MR11111 Engage 115111111", . .... .... ................ ...... MR stle Back .Desig" Guidelines C� 12 8"R �tlmw =V *$off iia � �y4Sy Cottage Series Ok s*ONcO L duces ap"46JALO M9A IWO a. The Cottage Series is a new line of patio homes designed to minimize the visual impact of the garage from the street while maximizing the front porches, patios and living space that have been extended towards the street. These homes range in size from 900 to 2,400 square feet and include a minimum of six floor plans with three distinct exteriors per plan. The key features of this series are well defined front entries, living spaces or porches that dominate the front elevation and extend to or beyond the plane of the garage to create facade modulations at the street as well as on corner and rear elevations. Design Requirements The following design requirements and details further define the elements of the Cottage Series. A. Roof Pitch — Shall be a minimum of five -twelfths (5:12) pitch. B. Roof Material — Roof coverings of dwellings shall be of materials generally accepted as the industry standard. If the roof covering is asphalt shingles, shingles shall include a minimum warranty of twenty-five (25) years. C. Roof Form — The typical roof type is a combination of gables and sheds. Hip roofs will also be offered as one of the standard elevations. Castle Rock Design Guidelines 13 D. Overhangs — All dwelling shall be provided with eaves/overhangs which project not less than sixteen (16) inches beyond the side of the exterior wall. Gable ends will project not less than twelve (12) inches beyond the end wall. E. Wall Surface Treatment — The front surface area of the dwelling shall have appropriate wall treatments that will include vertical and horizontal siding, board and batten, shingle, shake, scallops, or stucco. A minimum of three material types will be required on all front elevations. F. Porches —All porches are optional and shall extend to or beyond the front plane of the garage and be supported by columns or other architectural details. G. Window Treatment — All windows on the street fagade shall be diverse and will be accented by shutters, sills, trim or other architectural features. H. Garages — All garage doors shall be accented by trim and in some cases overhangs that extend beyond the face of the garage door. I. Street Elevations — Two story dwellings shall have architectural features such as but not limited to, roof lines, trim bands, pop -outs, cantilevers, material variations, color variations, or eave "eyebrows", to break up the front wall plane and both the upper and lower levels. Corner Lot Elevations — Any side street elevation on a corner lot shall contain a minimum of two (2) windows and one (1) architectural enhancement, including but not limited to, exterior fireplace, material variations, color changes, trim bands, pop outs, porches, shutters, or varied wall planes with a minimum twelve (12) inch offset. Living area should be oriented toward the side street to avoid garage side walls facing public streets. S.4Z4 0t J W1 m/moi, Sr W Castle Rock Design Guidelines r_ -q 14 K. Rear Facades facing public streets and open spaces — All rear facades facing public streets and open spaces shall contain porches, patio covers, bay windows, varied wall planes with a minimum twelve (12) inch offset, or other architectural features that break up the rear elevation. 001 SK y++u�.t oe. S# i►�d.� O' u W*L'-1W-*A 60T"�E I;.t4 -w A4e- 1/4* ,& 4U0O-140 Castle Rock Design Guidelines tip. tw ��J41L tjl CN`� �AUE iia" s t1.0% W 40PTtq44ji._ 15 ION 11-0 =mw Maw;& -If di in I 6rwa A . l��ll Ilt tl� _ , t :�:: ai st ;"a i f i r t I to jF tt �l(! 1 e rlM y^ i\ R Castle Rock Design Guidelines 17 ga M 71,;A Al . . . . . . . . . . . F �i �1191t36 ALCM t S ! e i _ t S St S f t t. Castle Rock Design Guidelines 19 TKr-I= Village Series The Village series are an alley loaded product that are specifically designed for the "Traditional Neighborhood" that is embedded within the Charter Pointe Square community. The Village series contains a minimum of six floor plans, with three distinctive exterior treatments, that range in size from 900 to 2200 square feet. Design Requirements The following design requirements and details further define the elements of the Village Series. A. Roof Pitch — Shall be a minimum of five -twelfths (5:12) pitch. B. Roof Material — Roof coverings of dwellings shall be of materials generally accepted as the industry standard. If the roof covering is asphalt shingles, shingles shall include a minimum warranty of twenty-five (25) years. C. Roof Form — The typical roof type is a combination of gables and sheds. Hip roofs will also be offered as one of the standard elevations. Castle Rock Design Guidelines 20 D. Overhangs — All dwelling shall be provided with eaves/overhangs which project not less than sixteen (16) inches beyond the side of the exterior wall. Gable ends will project not less than twelve (12) inches beyond the end wall. E. Wall Surface Treatment — The front surface area of the dwelling shall have appropriate wall treatments that will include vertical and horizontal siding, board and batten, shingle, shake, scallops, or stucco. A minimum of three material types will be required on all front elevations. F. Porches — Each dwelling shall contain a front porch or covered patio with a minimum depth of six (6) feet. Porches shall be supported by columns or other architectural details. G. Window Treatment — All windows on the street fagade shall be diverse and be accented by shutters, sills, trim or other architectural features. H. Garages — All garages shall be oriented towards an alley. I. Street Elevations — All street elevations shall have architectural features such as, but not limited tom roof lines, trim bands, pop outs, and material and color variations. J. Corner Lot Elevations — Any side street elevation on a corner lot shall contain a minimum of two (2) windows and one (1) architectural enhancement, including but not limited to, porches, exterior fireplaces, material variations, color changes, trim bands, pop outs, or varied wall planes with a minimum twelve (12) inch offset. In all cases living area shall be oriented toward the side street to avoid garage side walls facing public streets. Castle Rock Design Guidelines 21 F oil �n. � H1-1 1 1 l8�. off �� Castle Rock Design Guidelines 22 �� LIVtt�& Y oil �n. � H1-1 1 1 l8�. off �� Castle Rock Design Guidelines 22 �� • t+ ill II1� dj 1� •-lt; . ! _ `�l�f ! i ` � li 1 it IIAY I II4tlt 1141, :,' Iir►��'r' �'� 7r� ;ttl� I i1;>•1� i� 1 •�� Wit. ... 1•ti+ �i�#iti1ls 1'•I" • �! Ilii r •r �1 Lj ""tel t,1 ilh�l i6'1llf lii11 z i I �` tettttt II I I urealrl, 1-0 i r» �• rIIM�a - ♦ae a ttn� Illllllil� llll I'11�i1{""'°�� 1 i' p^lll t'`o' �tii l!'. 171i1'1:71ii'_1:1t+! 1 .� �•,ll+t- Kit '� j iiIII. yaw r, .N �I■ It tM1i tl Y Castle Rock Design Guidelines :I- 24 Custom Home Sites The lots designed as Custom Home Sites range in size from 8,000 — 14,000 square feet. The homes allowed on these sites will be a minimum of 2,000 square feet and contain architectural character and details that make them unique in the development. Architectural distinction will be established through the use of large front porches, variations in materials and colors, fagade modulation, and other architectural details. As a base for these lots Hubble Homes has developed four Signature floor plans that will be available on these lots, along with theses plans we anticipate selling lots to individual builders who would bring there own house designs to the subdivision. The design guidelines for the custom lots are described below and will act as minimum standards. Design Requirements The following design requirements are for the Custom Home Sites. A. Roof Pitch — Shall be a minimum of five -twelfths (5:12) pitch. B. Roof Material — Roof coverings shall be of materials generally accepted as the industry standard. If the roof covering is asphalt shingles, shingles shall include a minimum warranty of twenty-five (25) years. C. Roof Form — The typical roof type is a combination of gables, sheds or hip roofs. D. Overhangs — All dwelling shall be provided with eaves/overhangs which project not less than sixteen (16) inches beyond the side of the exterior walla Gable ends will project not less than twelve (12) inches beyond the end wall. E. Wall Surface Treatment — The front surface area of the building shall have a minimum 10%, brick, stone, or stucco accent. Other appropriate wall surface treatments include Castle Rock Design Guidelines 25 vertical and horizontal siding, board and batten, shingle, shake, hardboard, and stucco. A minimum of three material types will be required on all front elevations. F. Porches — Each dwelling shall contain a front porch, balcony, or courtyard. Porches shall be supported by minimum eight (8) inch architectural columns. G. Window Treatment — All windows on the front fagade shall be accented by shutters, sills, trim or other architectural features. H. Garages —All garage doors shall be accented by trim and columns or pop outs that extend beyond the face of the garage door. I. Street Elevation — Two story dwellings shall have architectural features such as but not limited to, roof lines, trim bands, pop -outs, cantilevers, material variations, color variations, or eave "eyebrows", to break up the front wall plane and both the upper and lower levels. J. Corner Lot Elevations — Any side street elevation on a corner lot shall contain a minimum of two (2) windows and one (1) architectural enhancement, including but not limited to, exterior fireplace, material variations, color changes, trim bands, pop outs, boxed windows, porches, shutters, or varied wall planes with a minimum twelve (12) inch offset. Living area should be oriented toward the side street to avoid garage side walls facing public streets. �54 "1'l *A tkw iO4�* LA sOhb-'^ `..g �i.w,R l j Ilowon � I i. F w , Jnil _311,11il ,lll'_s i - - K. Rear Facades facing public streets and open spaces — All rear facades facing public streets and open spaces shall contain porches, changes in material or color, patio covers, bay window pop outs, varied wall planes with a minimum twelve (12) inch offset, or other architectural features that break up the rear plane of the home. Castle Rock Design Guidelines 26 L. Additional Example Elevations Castle Rock Design Guidelines 27 Dimensional Standards The following table and diagrams define the dimensional standards and building orientations of typical lots within the Castle Rock community. Some minor modifications to underlying zoning designation are necessary due to the unique design styles and land planning that was implemented in this development. These variations are clearly outlined in the table and diagrams below. Castle Rock Dimensional Standards Legend and Custom Cottage Village Street Setback* Living 10 10 10 Garage 20 20 N/A Alley Setback** Living N/A N/A 10 Garage N/A N/A 20 Side Setback 5 5 5 Rear Setback 12 12 N/A Minimum Lot Size 4200 3800 3100 Minimum Living Area Square Footage 1400 1000 900 Minimum Lot Frontage (measured at garage front setback line) 50 46 40 Minimum Lot Frontage measured at the street 30 30 40 *Measured from back of walk ** Measured from edge of alley pavement Special Requirements for Alley Loaded Units 1. Use and Benefit Easements: A perpetual use and benefit easement will be recorded along the westerly five feet of all Village Series (alley loaded) lots. The purpose of this easement is to expand the useable side yard area for each unit. This easement allows the neighboring property owner to the west to use, maintain, and benefit from the westerly five feet of their neighbor to the south's property. 2. Privacy: In order to maintain privacy, no windows, doors, air conditioning units, or any other types of openings in the walls along use and benefit easements shall be allowed except where such openings do not allow for visibility into the side yard of the adjacent lot, such as a clerestory skylight or opaque window. Castle Rock Design Guidelines 28 Legend Series Key Features • Variations in setbacks will provide variety and articulation of the street scene; • All corner lots will have living space oriented towards the side street; • In most cases porches extend to or beyond the plane of the garage toward the street; • Corner elevations will contain a minimum of two windows, material variations, or exterior fireplaces to break up any blank side facades facing public streets; • Rear of housing oriented towards open space with porches, patios, or pop outs such as fireplaces or bay windows. Cottage Series Key Features • Ten foot setback to living area or porch from back of sidewalk deemphasizes the garage and provides an interesting streetscape; • All corner lots will have living space oriented towards the side street; • Side street elevations on corner lots with varied wall planes or other architectural features to break up any blank side facades facing public streets; • Living space or porch extends to or beyond the plane of the garage toward the street; • Rear yards oriented towards open space will contain porches, patios, or pop outs such as fireplaces or bay windows. Village Series Key Features • Ten foot setback to living area from back of sidewalk and edge of alley pavement; • 40 foot wide lots with minimum 10 foot side yards; • All corner lots will have living space oriented towards the side street; • Side street elevations on corner lots with varied wall planes, wrapped porches or other architectural features; • 16 foot paved alleys will be located within 20 feet of right-of-way; • 20 foot paved parking pads (driveways) will be provided behind each alley unit. Custom Home Sites Key Features • Strong architectural details, with large front porches and well defined entries • Minimum of 2,000 square feet on larger lots • Both Hubble signature series and other builders to provide a more variety and product diversity Castle Rock Design Guidelines NE