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MBG - ASM Checklist-NonRes-CDARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST I NON-RESIDENTIAL PROJECT INFORMATION Project Name: Applicant/Agent: bate: NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS I COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS COHESIVE DESIGN, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (CDs) If a "N" or "N/A" is checked, please explain in comments. Goal Articulate building designs to frame and accentuate public spaces VX 1.10 with pedestrian scale elements and details. Page I t Goal Building design should address building scale, mass, form, and use a * 1.11 variety of materials and architectural features to ensure an aesthetic contribution compatible with surrounding buildings. _ I j Maintain consistent and contiguous pedestrian environments J I CC' 1.1A across developments. Limit circuitous connections and maintain clear visibility. 1.16 Provide connections to non -private pedestrian public spaces. 1 j Incorporate architectural features on all sides of a building facade facing: the primary entrance(s) of an adjacent building, 1.1C public roadways, interior site amenities, and facades that are visible from public spaces. See Architectural Elements, Building Form, and Materials sections. 1.1D Buildings must orient, frame, and/or direct pedestrian views to adjacent cultural buildings, parks, and plazas. _ Design and orient buildings not to impede access. The build 1.1E ing should enhance the appeal of open space and pedestrian environments Design building fa4ades to express architectural character and * 1 20 incorporate the use of design principles to unify developments and buildings, and relate to adjacent and surrounding uses. Comply and adhere with all previously required building design 1.2A elements that were included as part of a Development Agree- ment, Conditional Use Permit, and/or other requirements as part of prior approval. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. y C! WERIDIAN-, Last Modified: 02/12/2016. I D A i! 0 Questions? Contact the Planning Division at 208.884.5533 or www.meTidiancity.org ARCHITECTURAL 5r 'ANDARDS DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST I NON-RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS I CONTINUED COHESIVE DESIGN, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (CDs) If a "N" or "N/A" is checked, please explain in comments. Y N N/A ID p Description Incorporate design principles to include rhythm, repetition, framing, 60al and/or proportion. Applies to all sides of a building fagade facing 1.30 public roadways, that are visible from residential neighborhoods or public spaces, or facing the public entry of an adjacent building. Integrate at least one material change, color variation, or 1.3A horizontal reveal for every 12-vertical feet of building facade; vertical spacing may be averaged over fagade. Integrate at least one material change, color variation, or vertical 1.38 reveal every SO -horizontal feet of building fagade; horizontal spacing may be averaged over fagade elevation. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. BUILDING SCALE, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (BSS) Development should consider the scale of surrounding buildings, Goal including relationships to existing residential areas, as well as an VIF 2.10 appropriate height, mass, and form scaled forthe built environment. Applies to fagades of development along public roads, public spaces, and adjacent to residential areas. Buildings with rooflines 50-feet in length or greater must incor- porate roofline and parapet variations. Variations may Include step downs, step -backs, other modulation, or architectural 2.1A features such as cornices, ledges, or columns, and must occur in total combination for at least 20% of the fagade length. May be averaged over entire fagade, but may not exceed 75 feet without a break. Comments For buildings with fagades longer than 200-feet, reduce massing �; 07 I'1f.i (T Oi Z of buildings by grouping or incorporating smaller tenant spacest b� Znd 1 \//216 along the commercial fagade, or by incorporating at least one 1 +� significant modulation with depth at least 3% of the total fagade length or 10-feet, and a width in combination at least 20% of the fagade length. Within mixed use areas and for all developments along arterial roadways, buildings over 1,000 sgft must provide a minimum 2.1D 20-foot building elevation to include average parapet height, ridge of a pitched roof, or tower/turret type elements at least 20% in total of overall fagade width. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. n Last Modified: 02/12/2016. Questions? Contact the Planning Division at 208.884,5533 or vw4w.meridiancity.org Staff C�VfIER,IDIANI_7- N%�� ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST I NON-RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS I CONTINUED ' BUILDING SCALE, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (BSS) If a "N" or "N/A" is checked, please explain in comments. Y N N/A ID # Description Physically configure building designs to reduce disproportioned 2.20 architectural scale relative to adjacent uses. Applies to fayades of development along public roads, public spaces, and residential areas. For adjacent buildings with greater than 1-story height disparity ('.e. —two or more stories difference) and within 30-feet of each other, integrate and align parapet designs, material changes, /2.2A fenestration alignment, material reveals, or other architectural elements and horizontal articulation, to relate varying building heights to one another. Aligned features do not have to be the same type (i.e. window pattern on one could align with parapet �. f on another). Use pedestrian scale and landscape design elements such as 2.26 specialty lighting, awnings, trees or other site elements to visu- ally relate and transition multi -story buildings (or equivalent) to the ground plane. Incorporate pedestrian -scale architectural features to support an aesthetic character that contributes to the quality of the build- ing design and connectivity with the surrounding environment. v Z 30 Applies to fagades in developments: visible from arterial or collector roadways, adjacent to residential developments facing roadways, facing an adjacent building's primary building entries, and adjacent to public spaces. Consistently incorporate at least two (2) architectural features into the building design that are pedestrian scale, to include: 2.3A fenestration patterns; architectural elements such as ledges, lighting, or canopies; material or pattern banding; or detailing (see Pedestrian Scale definition). Comments ja 0 ,v V O( t 4 G45 \�41 TK 0 'mil {af K i Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. BUILDING FORM, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (BFS) If a "N" or "N/A" is checked, please explain in comments. Articulate building forms, including but not limited to massing, walls, and roofs, with appropriately scaled modulations that contribute to Guam the development of aesthetic building designs. Applies to facades 3.10 in developments: along arterial and collector roadways, adjacent to residential developments facing roadways, facing public entries of adjacent buildings, and visible from public spaces. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. Page 13 stag aff M Ci�fE IDIAN* IDAHO . Last Modified: 02/12/2016. questions? Contact the Planning Division at 208.884.5533 or www.meridiancity.org ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS Pagei� DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST I NON-RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS I CONTINUED BUILDING FORM, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (BFS) if a "N" or "N/A" is checked, please explain in comments. Y N N/A ID ff Description Comments 5tadf Incorporate at least one type of the following modulations in the facade plane, including but not limited to projections, recesses, and step backs that articulate wall planes and break up building 3.1A mass. Examples include but are not limited to columns with trim or accent materials, change in finished material depths, building overhangs, and inset features and materials such as false windows or fenestration with architectural accents. Qualifying modulation must be at least 6-inches in depth, be at least 8-inches in width or height (whichever is narrowest), and occur in total for 20% of overall facade elevation. For buildings 3.19 with fagades less than 150-feet, horizontal modulation must occur no less than every 30-feet. For buildings with fagades greater than or equal to 150-feet, horizontal modulation must occur no less than every 50-feet. Design parking structure fayades as site integrated buildings, �/3.1C meeting applicable Manual standards for Architectural Elements and Material sections. Incorporate visual and physical distinctions in the building design Ir Goal that enhance building forms, articulate facades, identify entries, 3.20 integrate pedestrian scale, and visually anchor the building to the ground or street level. Applies to building facades visible from a public street or public space, and to fagades with public entries. For at least 30% of applicable fa4ades use any combination of concrete, masonry, stone, or unique variation of color, texture, or material, at least 10-inches in height, around the base of 3.2A the building. May alternatively incorporate other architectural features such as ledges, facade reveals, ground level fenestra lion, raised planters, or landscaping elements within 3-feet of finished grade. Where building designs incorporate multiple stories, or multiple 3.28 floor height equivalents, integrate at least one field or accent color, material, or architectural feature used on lower stories, on the upper stories. Building designs with multiple stories must provide proportion 3.2C ally taller ground -level fa4ades adjacent to public roadways and public spaces. Provide floor -to -ceiling heights, or floor -to -floor from 10 to 16 feet. In mixed -use areas and for structures greater than four stories, design the uppermost story or facade wall plane to include /3.2D material changes, horizontal articulation, and modulation meeting first story requirements, or include a patio, rooftop garden, penthouse, or strong architectural feature such as a tower element. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. Q_:M%'-ERJDIAN*-- I D A H 0 Last Modified; 02/12/2016. Questions? Contact the Planning Division at 208.884.5533 or www.meridiancity.org ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST I NON-RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT'S I CONTINUED BUILDING FORM, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (BFS) If a "N" or "N/A" is checked, please explain in comments. Y N N/A ID fl 3.30 Description Building design should establish visual connections that relate internal spaces at ground- or street -level with facades adjacent to public roadways, public spaces, and along primary building entries, and that add visual interest and complexity to the first floor building design. Use horizontal and/or vertical divisions in wall planes, such as ,v/ 3.3A ledges, awnings, recesses, stringcourse, molding, joint lines, or other material types, to frame and accent 30% or more of total fenestration. Average 30%fenestration for applicable first floor facade, unless 3.31) specified elsewhere. May also meet fenestration alternative (see 3.3E). Big box and buildings in industrial districts may limit applicable fagade area to 30-feet around public entries. Fenestration Alternative: Incorporate doors and windows for at least 30% of applicable first floor fagade, or suggest their inclu- sion using faux treatments that incorporate at least two of the following: material changes, reveals in conjunction with color or 3.3E material change, qualifying modulation such as recessed areas, architectural trellis, awnings and canopies over access areas, detached structures such as pergola, or similar architectural features and details. Building roof types, forms, and elements should provide variation and interest to building profiles and contribute to the architectural Goal identity of the buildings, without creating an imposing scale on * 3.40 adjacent uses. Applies to f;Kades: in development along arterial roadways, visible from residential development, adjacent to public spaces, facing public entries of adjacent buildings. For flat roofs, incorporate primary and secondary roof elements including but not limited to: multiple material types along para- pets, multiple parapet elevations with at least 1-foot change in 3.4A elevation, or modulation of at least 2-feet in the parapet, such as along entryway overhangs. Qualifying elements must exist for at least 20%the length of applicable facades. May also incorporate secondary roof types, such as hip roofs along overhangs. For sloped roofs, incorporate at least two of any one roof element, Ct. IOc including but not limited to: valleys, ridges, or gables. Qualifying 3.48 elements in total must exist for at least 20%of applicable fayade roof area and be visible from the same fagade elevation. May also incorporate other roof styles, such as parapet walls over entryway features. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. (: E IDIAN* Page 15 Comments staff Last Modified: 02/12/2016. Questions? Contact the Planning Division at 208.884.5533 or www.mendiancity.org IDAHO ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS-, DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST I NON-RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS I CONTINUED BUILDING FORM, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (SFS) If a "N" or "N/A' is checked, please explain in comments. Y N N/A ID p Description Comments Provide variation in roof profile over facade modulation and/ or articulation over facade material/color transitions. Options 3AC include, but are not limited to: varying parapet heights; two or more roof planes; continuation of facade modulation through roof lines; dormers; lookouts; overhang eaves; sloped roofs; or cornice work. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (CLSE) If a "N" or "N/A" is checked, please explain in comments. Y N N/A ID q Description Comments T InI Use proportional architectural elements and detailing to articulate Goal facades, and contribute to an aesthetic building character with a high 4.10 level of pedestrian design. Applies to facades: in development along public roadways, visible From residential development, adjacent to public spaces, facing public entries of adjacent buildings. Design and articulate architectural elements using proportions, divisions, detailing, materials, textures, and colors and appropriately Goal integrate these elements Into the building design. Applies to facades: 4.11 in development along public roadways, visible from residential development, adjacent to public spaces, facing public entries of adjacent buildings. Provide at least three detailing elements that transition facade material changes or integrate pedestrian scale elements, such as doorways, windows, or material banding, at the base of the 4.1A building. Examples include but are not limited to: cornice work around primary entries, decorative caps on brick or stone banding, architectural canopies over entries, or decorative lintels above the first floor windows. Provide building overhangs or other projections such as canopies which articulate the building facade and provide temporary relief from inclement weather. At a minimum, an overhang or 4.113 projection is required within 20-feet of all public entryways, must be at least 3-feet in depth from the point of entry, and be least 6-feet in length. Entryways with vestibules or other permanent enclosed transition space are exempt. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. staff �EIIN iu.atio Last Modified: 02/12/2016. Questions? Contact the Planning Division at 208.884.5533 or www.merediancity.org = 3ITECTURAL STANDARDS Pag I DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST I NON-RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS I CONTINUED ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (ASE ) If a "N" WNW is checked, please explain in comments. Ly N N/A ID # Description Comments StafF Provide details that emphasize focal elements such as public entries, building corners, or public spaces. Examples include but are not limited to: columns, quoin or rustication, canopies 4.1C over entries, lintels, transom windows, or modulation of the roof plane. At least one focal element is required and must be I accented with a unique combination of color, texture, materials, F r 1 or modulation in the wall or roof plane. Goa i Building designs must not create blank wall segments when visible 4.20 from a public street or public spaces. Consider the treatment at the base, middle, and top of the facade. Use any combination of standards from Building Form, Architec- j 4.2A tural Elements, or Material sections to provide pattern, color, or material variation on all wall segments. Must not exceed 30-feet horizontally or vertically without building variation. oa3 Organize building service equipment, including, but not limited to, 4.30 utility, service, and mechanical, away from building entries, roadways, public spaces, and, where appropriate, from adjacent buildings. 1 1 4.3A Use and integrate standards from the Architectural Standards Manual to screen and conceal service and mechanical equipment. P00'r } p.? Landscaping meeting the same intent may also be considered N for utility meters and connections. 4.36 All ground level mechanical equipment must be screened to the L9e ` C2 1 height of the unit as viewed from the property line. k � � i 4.3C All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened as viewed —' from the farthest edge of the adjoining right of way. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. MATERIALS, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (MAS) If a "N" or "NIA" is checked. please explain in comments. C3oal Use complementary material combinations that contribute to a 5.10 cohesive building design. Use materials from the following basic groups: wood, masonry, concrete, stucco, metal, and glazing. Note: For a complete list of Al Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. CjfEP,1D1AN*_ IDAHO • Last Modified: 02/1212016. Questions? Contact the Planning Division at 208.884.5533 or www.meridianCity.org ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST 1 NON-RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS I CONTINUED MATERIALS, NQN-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (MAS) If a "N" or "N/A" is checked, please explain in comments. N N/A ID # Description -viol For buildings with facades that face multiple public roadways 5.1A and/or public spaces, use consistent material combinations, material quality, and architectural detailing. For all facade elevations visible from public roads, public spaces, primary entrance(s) of an adjacent building, and facing residential 5.1B districts, use at least two distinct field materials, colors, or material -color combinations on the building facade (see also Material definitions). f For facade elevations visible from public roadways and along V5.11) primary building entryways, incorporate an accent material on the first story. Distinguish field materials from accent materials through pat- 5.1E tern, texture, or additional detail visible from edge of nearest roadway. Alternate masonry or material courses with relief from primary plane may count toward this. Where materials transition or terminate, provide detailing to 5.1F express the natural appearance of the material. For example, wrap stone or stone -like products around visible corners to convey the appearance of mass, and not as a thin veneer. Non -durable materials, treatments, and finishes that deteriorate 5.1G quickly with weather, ultra -violet light, and that are more suscep- tibletowear and tear are prohibited on permanent structures. The use of vinyl and ordinary smooth face block, unfinished, colored, or painted, are prohibited as a field materials for building S.1H facades along public roadways, adjacent to public spaces, and when visible from residential neighborhoods. Smooth face block may be used as an accent material. Untextured concrete panels and prefabricated steel panels are 5.11 prohibited as field materials for building facades, except when used with a minimum of two other qualifying field materials and meeting all other standard fenestration and material requirements. Goal Use colors that complement building materials and support innova- T 5 20 five and good design practices. Applies to building facades visible from a public street, public spaces, and pedestrian environments. i 5.2A Use of subtle, neutral, or natural tones must be integrated with — — — at least one accent or field material. ' Use of intensely saturated colors or fluorescence is prohibited S.2B as a primary material. May be used as an accent material. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. Comments } Staff E IDIAN*-- IDAHO s Last Modified: 02112/2016. Questions? Contact the Planning Division at 208.884.5533 or www.mendiancity.org ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST I NON-RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS I CONTINUED MATERIALS, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (MAS) If a "N" or "N/A" is checked, please explain in comments. Y N N/A ID # Description Comments Materials or colors with high reflectance, such as some metals 5.2C or reflective glazing, must not redirect light towards roadways, public spaces, or adjacent uses in a way which constitutes a public nuisance or safety hazard. Integrate roll -up doors, will -call doors, drive -through doors, and G- loading docks into the building design, and locate them in a manner } 1 5.30 which does not create pedestrian, drive aisle, or roadway conflicts. Applies to fagades along arterial and collector roadways, and fa;ades facing public spaces. For commercial and traditional neighborhood districts, roll -up and drive -through doors integrated into the J C) iz 0 are allowed when V5.3A building design, but will -call doors with roil -ups and loading docks are prohibited. Consider material variation and transitions, �D oov-!5 modulation, and other architectural features and standards for the design. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. SIGNS & LIGHTING, NON-RESIDENTIAL STANDARDS (SLS) Goal Use lighting on building exteriors to promote safe pedestrian �/ 6.10 environments along roadways, at intersections, and in public spaces. L 6.1A Fighting fixture spacing and height along streetscapes and roadways must be placed to avoid conflictswith tree plantings 6.18 Use lighting. energy -efficient architectural Use lighting fixtures that are consistent with other decorative hardware on the building. For example, select lighting hardware i 6.1C with similar color and shape as other building hardware, use recessed lighting, incorporate uniform spacing, integrate with other accents and reveals, and coordinate specialty lights with predominate architectural features. Note: For a complete list of all Standards, along with photo examples, see the City of Meridian Architectural Standards Manual. page 19 Staff (:.� E IDIAN i]Ai-i Last Modified: 02/12/2016. Questions? Contact the Planning Division at 208.884.5533 or www.meridiancity.org - This page left intentionally blank - Ci/ E IDIAM-- IDAHO b Last Modified: 02/12/2016, Questions? Contact the Planning Division at 208.884.5533 or www.meridiancity.org