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T4N.M | T4 Neighborhood.Medium
T4N.L | T4 Neighborhood.Large
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Multi-Family Development &
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Adoption Hearing Draft - April 2023 Edition
Version History, Revisions, and Amendments
To maintain a true and correct record of the versions of this document, subsequent versions shall be documented in the
Version History table below. The Community Development Director shall also update the Form-Based Zone Map upon the
approval of any Walkable Neighborhood Plan (see Chapter 8).
Version History
Version Version Date Document Link
1 Month, Day, Year (Adoption)
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5
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Version Type of Revision Description of Revision Section Revised
Amendments
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Making Body
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Table of Contents
Version History, Revisions, and Amendments ii
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
1.010 Purpose 1
1.020 Applicability 1
1.030 Relationship to Campbell General Plan 2
1.040 Relationship to Campbell Zoning Code 3
Chapter 2: Establishment of Zones 5
2.010 Purpose 5
2.020 Zones Established 5
2.030 Sub-Zones 6
2.040 Relationship Between Zones and General Plan Land Use Designations 6
2.050 Form-Based Zone Map 6
Chapter 3: Zones 7
3.010 Purpose 7
3.020 General Requirements 7
3.030 T3 Neighborhood (T3N) 13
3.040 T4 Neighborhood.Small (T4N.S) 17
3.050 T4 Neighborhood.Medium (T4N.M) 21
3.060 T4 Neighborhood.Large (T4N.L) 25
3.070 T4 Main Street (T4MS) 29
3.080 T5 Neighborhood (T5N) 33
3.090 T5 Main Street (T5MS) 37
3.100 Adjacency Requirements 41
3.110 Ground-Floor Non-Residential Requirements 42
Chapter 4: General to Site Design 45
4.010 Purpose 45
4.020 Screening 45
4.030 Landscaping and Lighting 47
4.040 Parking and Loading 50
4.050 Service and Utility Standards 53
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Chapter 5: Specific to Building Types 55
5.010 Purpose 55
5.020 Building Types 55
5.030 Overview of Building Types 56
5.040 House 60
5.050 Duplex Side-by-Side 62
5.060 Duplex Stacked 64
5.070 Cottage Housing 66
5.080 Multiplex Small 68
5.090 Townhouse 70
5.100 Side Court 72
5.110 Pocket Neighborhood 74
5.120 Courtyard 78
5.130 Multiplex Large 80
5.140 Core Townhouse 82
5.150 Core Courtyard 84
5.160 Main Street Building 86
5.170 Massing Types 88
Chapter 6: Specific to Private Frontage Types 95
6.010 Purpose 95
6.020 Private Frontage Types 95
6.030 Overview of Private Frontage Types 96
6.040 Porch Projecting 98
6.050 Porch Engaged 100
6.060 Dooryard 102
6.070 Stoop 104
6.080 Forecourt 106
6.090 Common Entry 108
6.100 Maker Shopfront 110
6.110 Shopfront 112
6.120 Gallery 114
6.130 Specific to Commercial Building Entries 116
6.140 Specific to Entries Serving Upper Floors 116
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Chapter 7: Architectural Standards 117
7.010 Purpose 117
7.020 Applicability 117
7.030 Architectural Variety Standards 117
7.040 Building Volume and Façade Composition Standards 120
7.050 Massing Features 127
7.060 Standards for Exterior Materials 129
7.070 Privacy Standards 132
7.080 Bird Safety 133
Chapter 8: Specific to Large Sites 135
8.010 Purpose 135
8.020 Walkable Neighborhood Plan 136
8.030 Large Site Open Space 141
8.040 Thoroughfares 147
Chapter 9: Adjustments to Standards 153
9.010 Purpose 153
9.020 Adjustments to Standards 153
Chapter 10: Definitions 157
10.010 Purpose 157
10.020 Definitions 157
Chapter 11: Measurement Methods 171
11.010 Purpose 171
11.020 Measurement Methods 171
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1.010 Purpose
These Multi-Family Development & Design Standards (MFDDS) set forth the standards for neighborhood
design and building form, implementing the City's various area plans, and the land use designations
established by the General Plan. The standards contained in this document reflect the community's vision for
implementing the intent of the Campbell General Plan to facilitate housing production and specifically infill
housing production, through development that reinforces the highly valued character and scale of Campbell's
centers, neighborhoods, and corridors.
1.020 Applicability
1. General. The standards of this document apply to all housing development projects as defined by CMC
Chapter 21.72 (Definitions) except as expressly exempted by CMC Chapter 21.07 (Housing Development
Regulations) or preempted by state law. Off-site improvements continue to be regulated by Campbell
Public Works standards, street plans contained within Area Plans, and the City of Campbell Streetscape
Standards. In the event a housing development project is proposed on a site that does not have
an assigned form-based zone, the least intensive form-based zone allocated to a properties with a
comparable land use density as the proposed project under Table 2.040.1 shall apply.
2. Rules for Construction of Language. The following general rules for construction of language apply to
the text of the MFDDS:
A. Tenses and Numbers. Words used in the present tense include the future, words used in the
singular include the plural, and the plural includes the singular, unless the context clearly indicates
the contrary.
B. Applicable. The applicable standards of the MFDDS apply so as to not require stating the phrase
"and all applicable standards" throughout the MFDDS.
C. Diagrams and Graphics. In case of conflict between the text and a diagram or graphic, the text
controls.
D. Conjunctions. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following conjunctions shall be
interpreted as follows:
(1) "And" indicates that all connected items or provisions apply;
(2) "Or" indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply; and
(3) "Either/or" indicates that the connected items or provisions apply singly but not in combination.
Chapter 1: Introduction
Sections:
1.010 Purpose
1.020 Applicability
1.030 Relationship to Campbell General Plan
1.040 Relationship to Campbell Zoning Code
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E. Abbreviations. The following terms are abbreviated:
(1) Property Line (PL);
(2) Maximum (Max.); Minimum (Min.); and
(3) Right-of-Way (ROW).
F. Definitions. The definitions supporting the MFDDS are in Chapter 10 (Definitions).
G. Measurement Methods. Certain terms defined by Chapter 10 or used in these standards are
further explained in Chapter 11 (Measurement Methods)
3. For housing development projects subject to these Multi-Family Development & Design Standards, these
standards prevail unless stated otherwise.
4. All projects subject to the MFDDS within a form-based zone shall be subject to the following standards:
A. General
(1) From the allowed types in the zone, and in compliance with the listed standards, the following
shall be selected for each design site:
(a) Only one building type per design site is allowed. Parcels with enough land area to meet the
zone standards for minimum design site width and depth may have multiple design sites,
each with one building type;
(b) In the T3N, T4N.S, T4N.M, and T4N.L zones, at least one private frontage type per building;
and
(c) In the T4MS, T5N, and T5MS zones, at least one private frontage type per building or
module, as required by Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
(2) Building types and private frontage types not listed in the zone's standards are not allowed in
that zone.
(3) New buildings and their improvements are subject to all state and federal law, as locally
amended and implemented.
1.030 Relationship to Campbell General Plan
These Multi-Family Development & Design Standards implement Campbell's General Plan vision through a
palette of form-based zones established in Chapter 2 (Establishment of Zones). These zones are applied to
housing development projects specified by Chapter 21.07 (Housing Development Regulations) and consist of
objective standards to facilitate development on those parcels.
The General Plan establishes minimum and maximum residential densities for parcels subject to the MFDDS.
These standards have been prepared to implement the General Plan land use designations. Applicants are
responsible for complying with minimum and maximum densities in the General Plan through choice of unit
sizes, building footprint/massing, and (where applicable) building type(s). Accordingly, to achieve planned
for densities not all building types may be possible to be developed over the entirety of, or a portion, of
the gross lot area of a property. In such circumstances, the limitation from building one or more building
types otherwise provided for by a specified form-based zone is hereby anticipated and intended by these
standards.
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1.030: Relationship to Campbell General Plan
1.040 Relationship to Campbell Zoning Code
These Multi-Family Development & Design Standards provide the development and design standards for
housing development projects specified by Chapter 21.07 (Housing Development Regulations). Table 1.040.A
identifies the specific portions of Title 21 that remain in effect and those that are replaced by the MFDDS in
areas mapped with form-based zones. Off-site improvements continue to be regulated by Campbell's Public
Works standards, Streetscape Standards, and street plans contained within Area Plans. The Streetscape
Standards prevail unless covered by an Area Plan. Table 1.040.A serves as a summary to key conflicts and how
they are resolved.
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1.040: Relationship to Campbell Zoning Code
Table 1.040.A: Relationship to Title 21 (Campbell Zoning Code)
Title 21 (Campbell Zoning Code)Title 21.07 (MFDDS)
Chapter Description Status
21.08 through 21.14 Use Standards Relies on Chapters 21.08 through 21.14
21.18 Site Development Standards
21.28 Off-Street Parking and Loading Shall comply with Section 4.040 for parking area design; all
other parking standards rely on Chapter 21.28
21.30 Sign Standards Relies on Chapter 21.30
21.26 Landscaping and Tree Standards MFDDS prevail except where silent, refer to Chapter 21.26
21.18.120 Screening and Buffering Standards MFDDS prevail except where silent, refer to Section
21.18.120
21.18.090 Outdoor Lighting Standards MFDDS prevail except where silent, refer to Section
21.18.090
21.22 Floodplain Damage Prevention
Standards
Relies on Chapter 21.22
21.35 Wireless Communications Facilities Relies on Chapter 21.35
21.36.020 Accessory Structures Design sites established by MFDDS serve to establish the
"lot" referenced by Chapter 21.36.020. Accessory structure
setbacks shall meet all setback requirements for the main
structures of the design site in which they are located.
21.16.105 Adjacency to Creeks Relies on Section 21.16.105
21.02 Interpretation of Provisions Relies on Chapter 21.02 (Interpretations of Provisions)
21.38 Application Filing, Processing, & Fees Relies on Chapter 21.38
21.72 Definitions MFDDS prevail except where silent, refer to Chapter 21.72
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2.010 Purpose
This Chapter establishes the palette of form-based zones ("zones") to implement the Campbell General Plan.
The zones are for the purpose of generating and supporting the variety and physical character of existing and
new walkable environments envisioned in the General Plan.
2.020 Zones Established
This Section identifies the zones, based on the intended physical form and character of the environments
described in the Preamble of the MFDDS. These zones focus on a range of auto-oriented environments and
mixed-use, walkable environments. The physical environments range in function and intensity from primarily
residential areas with a mix of lower intensity building types (T3 Neighborhood and T4 Neighborhood.Small),
to moderate intensity neighborhoods (T4 Neighborhood.Medium), moderate-intensity centers (T4 Main
Street), to higher intensity neighborhoods (T5 Neighborhood) and higher intensity centers (T5 Main Street).
See the Form-Based Zone Map (Figure 2.050.A).
Chapter 2: Establishment of Zones
Sections:
2.010 Purpose
2.020 Zones Established
2.030 Sub-Zones
2.040 Relationship Between Zones and General Plan Land Use Designations
2.050 Form-Based Zone Map
T3 T4 T5
2.5 Stories 2.5 - 5 Stories 5 stories - 75 feet
T4 Main Street
T5 Main Street
T3 Neighborhood
T4 Neighborhood.Medium
T4 Neighborhood.Small
T5 Neighborhood
Height & IntensityMoreLessFigure 2.020.A Zones Established
T4 Neighborhood.Large
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2.030 Sub-Zones
1. Sub-zones are slight variations of the base zones (e.g., T4 Neighborhood.Medium-Open) and are mapped
on the Form-Based Zone Map (Figure 2.050.A). The MFDDS includes one type of sub-zone:
A. Open. The open sub-zone is applied for the following purpose:
(1) To allow more building and frontage types than the base zone allows in specific areas, but within
the same form and character of the base zone (e.g., T4 Neighborhood.Medium). In this way, the
open sub-zone can provide additional flexibility to design sites located at or near intersections
that function or are intended to function as a neighborhood node of non-residential uses, or it
can provide flexibility in areas where commercial development is allowed but also housing would
be allowed.
2.040 Relationship Between Zones and General Plan Land Use Designations
1. The MFDDS zones implement the General Plan Land Use Map. Each multi-family, mixed-use, and
commercial land use designation is implemented by one or more zones capable of generating the
intended residential densities and types of activity. Table 2.040.1 shows the relationship between zones
and land use designations and serves as a guide for future rezoning in accordance with the
General Plan. In the event a housing development project is proposed on a site without an assigned
form-based zone, the most restrictive zone assigned to land uses of a comparable density shall apply.
2.050 Form-Based Zone Map
The zones and sub-zones established in this Chapter are mapped on the Form-Based Zone Map, as
referenced in Section 21.07.030 (Multi-Family Development and Design Standards Document and Form-
Based Zone Map Adopted).
Table 2.040.1: Allocation of Zones by General Plan Land Use Designation
Zone Land Use Designation
LMDR MDR HDR PO-MU N-MU
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T4N.S ---------------------------------------
T4N.M ------ 1 ------------------ 1 1 1
T4N.L ------------ 1 --- 1 1 ------------ 1
T4MS ------ 1 ---------
T5N ------------------------ 1 1 ------ 1
T5MS ------------------------------------
1 Open sub-zone only
Zone mapped for the land use designation --- Zone not mapped for the land use designation
Establishment of Zones
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2.030: Sub-Zones
3.010 Purpose
This Chapter provides zones and standards to implement the Campbell General Plan to generate and support
the variety of physical character of the intended development.
3.020 General Requirements
1. The MFDDS uses a palette of seven form-based zones to regulate and generate the intended physical
character. Each zone district ("zone") regulates the following topics:
A. Intent: the intended physical character and range of uses;
B. Sub-zones: whether or not a sub-zone applies, allowing a broader list of building types and/or
frontage types in specific geographic areas;
C. Building type and design site size: the menu of allowed building types and the associated minimum
site dimensions (this topic does not apply to T4MS, T5N, and T5MS zones);
D. Building form: the maximum overall building height or stories and minimum ground floor height;
E. Building placement: the minimum to maximum building setbacks and requirements for façade
design;
F. Encroachments: allowed encroachments into required setbacks;
G. Parking: the required location and design requirements for parking and vehicle access;
H. Frontages: the menu of allowed frontage types required at building entries along thoroughfares and
public/common open spaces.
2. Development standards in this Chapter apply to primary buildings.
3. Encroachments are not allowed within a street ROW, alley ROW, or across a design site line.
4. Average Unit Size. The average unit size of a development project is subject to the limitations listed in
Table 3.020.A (Average Unit Size).
Chapter 3: Zones
Sections:
3.010 Purpose
3.020 General Requirements
3.030 T3 Neighborhood (T3N)
3.040 T4 Neighborhood.Small (T4N.S)
3.050 T4 Neighborhood.Medium (T4N.M)
3.060 T4 Neighborhood.Large (T4N.L)
3.070 T4 Main Street (T4MS)
3.080 T5 Neighborhood (T5N)
3.090 T5 Main Street (T5MS)
3.100 Adjacency Requirements
3.110 Ground Floor Non-Residential Requirements
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Table 3.020.A Average Unit Size
Residential Density Average Unit Size
Development projects over 45 dwelling units per gross acre 1,250 square feet of gross floor area per unit max.
5. Individual building types have specific standards in Chapter 5 in addition to the zone standards to further
calibrate each type for its context.
6. On-Site Parking
A. Bicycles may be parked anywhere on design site, in compliance with pedestrian and vehicular access
standards. In Walkable Areas as indicated on the Form-Based Zone Map, required bicycle spaces
must be parked indoors and secured.
B. Driveways may be shared among adjacent design sites but shall not exceed maximum allowed width.
C. Front access not allowed on corner design sites, except where side street access cannot be provided.
D. Parking spaces may be grouped with those on adjacent design sites (see Figure 3.020.2) and may be
detached from development sites within the same block or across a paseo.
E. Where structured parking is provided, buildings are allowed to abut the parking structure and are
exempt from minimum design site depth and rear building setbacks.
F. Subterranean Parking. Subterranean and semi-subterranean garages are subject to the following, in
compliance with the requirement for habitable ground-floor nonresidential space in Subsection 5 of
the zone:
(1) Subterranean garages are exempt from the required parking and building setbacks in
compliance with the frontage requirements.
(2) Semi-subterranean garages may project above the adjacent finished grade by up to 2 feet.
(3) Design sites that provide all required parking in a subterranean or semi-subterranean garage are
exempt from minimum design site depth.
7. Design Sites. A design site is a parcel or portion of land within a parcel that is delineated from other
design sites and/or parcels to accommodate one primary building or building type. A parcel can include
multiple design sites, in compliance with Subsection 3 of the zone. Design sites are treated like parcels
for the purpose of applying development standards, but are not required to be legally subdivided into
individual parcels.
A. Each design site is required to front onto the adjacent street or internal pedestrian circulation
network, whichever is closer. Where Streetscape Standards apply, design sites shall not include the
area of the Streetscape Treatment.
B. Table 3.020.B identifies the requirements for projects which include a portion of a parcel, an entire
parcel, or multiple parcels.
Zones
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3.020: General Requirements
Table 3.020.B Applicability of Design Site Requirements
Project Criteria Requirement
Project area is at least five net developable acres
Walkable Neighborhood Plan in compliance with Section
8.020 (Walkable Neighborhood Plan)
The linear dimension of the project area along or perpendicular to an
existing thoroughfare is at least 700 feet
Project area is through lot of at least three acres
Project area includes design site(s) which do(es) not front onto an existing
public street, within a parcel of at least five net developable acres
Project area includes design site(s) which front(s) onto an existing public
street, within a parcel of less than five net developable acres
Compliance with the standards in Figure 3.020.1 (Applying
Design Sites on Existing Right-of-way Network)
Project area includes design site(s) which do(es) not front onto an existing
public street, within a parcel of less than five acres
Compliance with the standards in Figure 3.020.2 (Applying
Design Sites on a Pedestrian Circulation Network)
Zones
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3.020: General Requirements
Figure 3.020.1 Applying Design Sites on Existing Right-of-way Network
StreetStreet
Street
Street• See Form-Based Zone Map.
• See Chapter 3 (Zone Standards) for design site
requirements.StreetStreetStreetCourtyardCourtyard Multiplex Large
• Each design site is required to front onto the adjacent street.
Where Streetscape Standards apply, design sites shall not
include the area of the Streetscape Treatment.
• In zones T3N, T4N.S, T4N.M, and T4N.L, select only 1 building
type for each design site from the allowed building types for
the zone and apply the required dimensional standards. (See
Subsection 3 of each zone in Chapter 3).
• In zones T4MS, T5N, and T5MS, building types are not
required. Apply the required building setbacks to the block/
parcel. (See Subsection 3 of each zone in Chapter 3).StreetStreetStreet • Place each primary building on its design site in compliance
with the required setbacks and other standards of the zone
(see Chapter 3).
• Each building is required to front onto the adjacent street or
large site open space.
• Select and apply frontage types to each building/unit entry
(see Subsection 8 of the zone).
Identify Zone(s)1
Apply Design Sites2
Place Buildings3
Street
Street
Key
Project Area Primary Building
Design Site Line
Vehicle Access & Parking
Example Zone Pedestrian Circulation
Landscaping
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3.020: General Requirements
Figure 3.020.2 Applying Design Sites on a Pedestrian Circulation Network
• See Form-Based Zone Map.
• See Chapter 3 (Zone Standards)
for design site requirements.
• In zones T4MS, T5N, and T5MS,
building types are not required.
Apply the required building
setbacks to the block/parcel.
(See Subsection 3 of each zone in
Chapter 3).
• In zones T3N, T4N.S, T4N.M, and T4N.L,
define contiguous internal circulation
networks for pedestrians and vehicles,
and arrange design sites to front onto
the pedestrian network or the public
ROW, whichever is closer. The pedestrian
circulation network shall be separate from
vehicular circulation.
• In zones T3N, T4N.S, T4N.M, and T4N.L,
select only 1 building type per design site
and apply the dimensional standards for the
design site of each selected building type in
compliance with Subsection 3 of the zone.
• Design sites are allowed to occupy some
or all of a parcel. Parcel remainder may be
added to design sites, or used for parking,
circulation, and/or common or large site
open space.
• Place each primary building on
its design site in compliance with
the required setbacks and other
standards of the zone (see Chapter
3).
• Parking for a building is not required
to be located on the same design
site.
• Select and apply frontage types
to each building/unit entry (see
Subsection 8 of the zone).
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3.020: General Requirements
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3.030 T3 Neighborhood (T3N)
General note: the illustration above is intended to provide a brief overview of the zone and are descriptive in nature.
2. Sub-Zone(s)
None.
1. Intent
A walkable neighborhood environment of small-to-medium footprint, low-to-
moderate-intensity housing choices, supporting and within short walking distance
of neighborhood-serving retail and services.
The following are allowed form elements in the zone.
House-Scale Buildings Houses, Duplexes, Cottage Courts,
Small Multiplexes, Townhouses, Side
Courts, and Pocket Neighborhoods
Detached Buildings
Small-to-Medium Building Footprint
Medium-to-Large Front Setbacks
Medium-to-Large Side Setbacks Porch Projecting, Porch Engaged, and
Dooryard Frontage TypesUp to 2.5 Stories
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ROW Line Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)
Interior Design Site Corner Design SiteInterior Design Site
4. Building Form
Height
Primary Building4
Stories 2.5 max.
To Eave/Parapet 22' max.
Overall 35' max.5
Ground Floor Finish Level 6" min.6
Floor-to-Floor (Ground Floor)10' min.
4 See Chapter 5 (Specific to Building Types) for refinements to
massing and height standards.
5 Max. 28' in the San Tomas Area Neighborhood Plan area,
measured from adjacent natural grade.
6 Common entries may be set at grade in compliance with
local and federal accessibility standards.
3. Building Types and Design Site Size
Allowed Building
Types
Design Site1 Standards
Width Depth2
House 50' min. 100' min.5.040
Duplex Side-by-Side 55' min.110' min.5.050
Duplex Stacked 50' min.110' min.5.060
Cottage Court 125' min.130' min.5.070
Multiplex Small 50' min.110' min.5.080
Townhouse 24' min.3 100' min.5.090
Side Court 65' min.;
100 max
150' min.5.100
Pocket
Neighborhood
170' min.;260' min.;5.110
300' max.500' max.
Except for the Cottage Court and Pocket Neighborhood
building types, each design site shall have only one primary
building type.
1 See Table 3.020.B, Applicability of Design Site Requirements.
2 Minimum depth of design sites adjoining a rear alley at least
20' wide may be reduced by 20'.
3 Represents one townhouse.
ROW Line
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Key
Zones
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3.030: T3 Neighborhood (T3N)
Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmax.
min.
min.
max.
min.
6. Encroachments
Encroachments into Minimum Setbacks
Encroachment Type Front Side St. Side Rear
Private Frontages 10' max.10' max.X X
Architectural Features 5' max.3' max.6' max.8' max.
Patio Covers X X 6' max.8' max.
Stairs/Ramps9 5' max.3' max.6' max.8' max.
Decks (30" Tall Max.)X 5' max.5' max.20' max.
Fences, hedges, and other screen devices are allowed within
setbacks as identified in Section 4.020 (Screening).
9 Stairs that are part of a private frontage may encroach
into the setback an additional 3' beyond the allowed
encroachment of the private frontage but not into the
public ROW.
5. Building Placement
Setback
Primary Building
Front (Façade Zone)
Interior Design Site 15' min.; 20' max.
Corner Design Site 15' min.; 20' max.
Side Street (Façade Zone)12' min.; 20' max.
Side 7' min.
Rear Height/2 min.7
Building Façade
Façade Zone Front St.Side St.
Façade Zone Defined by Primary
Building/Frontage (Section 11.020.1)
60% min.50% min.
Façade Design
All building façades shall be designed in compliance with
Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
Ground Floor
Depth of ground-floor habitable
space along thoroughfare or large
site open space8
25' min. for at least
80% of façade length
7 Rear setback is calculated as 3' min. or one half the overall
building height at the setback line, whichever is greater. For
design sites adjoining a rear alley at least 20' wide, required
rear setback in excess of 3' may be reduced by up to 17'.
8 Does not apply to the Cottage Court Building Type.
Key X = Not Allowed N/A = Not Applicable
ROW/ Design Site Line
Setback Line
Encroachment Area
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Buildable Area
Façade Zone
Key
Zones
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3.030: T3 Neighborhood (T3N)
Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmin.
min.min.min.
7. Parking
Setback (Distance from ROW/ Design Site Line)
Front 40' min.10
Side Street 25' min.
Side 3' min.
Rear 3' min.
Vehicle Access
Curb Cut Width 26' max.
10 10' min. allowed for parking courts of 6 or fewer spaces.
See Figure 4.040.1 (Parking Courts).
8. Frontages
The ground floor along a thoroughfare or large site open
space is required to include a private frontage type at
building and/or unit entries.
Allowed Private Frontage Types Standards
Porch Projecting 6.040
Porch Engaged 6.050
Dooryard 6.060
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Parking Area
Key
Zones
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3.030: T3 Neighborhood (T3N)
3.040 T4 Neighborhood.Small (T4N.S)
General note: the illustration above is intended to provide a brief overview of the zone and are descriptive in nature.
2. Sub-Zone(s)
None.
1. Intent
A walkable neighborhood environment with small-to-medium footprint, low-to-
moderate-intensity housing choices, supporting and within short walking distance
of neighborhood-serving retail and services.
The following are allowed form elements in the zone.
House-Scale Buildings Houses, Duplexes, Small Multiplexes,
Cottage Courts, Townhouses, Side
Courts, Courtyards, and Pocket
Neighborhoods
Primarily Detached Buildings
Small-to-Medium Building Footprint
Small-to-Medium Front Setbacks
Up to 2.5 Stories Porch Projecting, Porch Engaged,
Dooryard, and Stoop Frontage Types
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ROW Line Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)
Interior Design Site Corner Design SiteInterior Design Site
4. Building Form
Height
Primary Building
Stories 2.5 max.
To Eave/Parapet 22' max.
Overall 35' max.5
Ground Floor Finish Level 6" min.6
Floor-to-Floor (Ground Floor)10' min.
5 Max. 28' in the San Tomas Area Neighborhood Plan area,
measured from adjacent natural grade.
6 Common entries may be set at grade in compliance with
local and federal accessibility standards.
3. Building Types and Design Site Size
Allowed Building
Types
Design Site1 Standards
Width Depth2
House 50' min. 100' min.5.040
Duplex Side-by-Side 55' min.110' min.5.050
Duplex Stacked 50' min.110' min.5.060
Cottage Court 125' min.130' min.5.070
Multiplex Small 50' min.110' min.5.080
Townhouse 24' min.3 100' min.5.090
Side Court 65' min.;
100 max
150' min.5.100
Pocket
Neighborhood
170' min.;
300' max.
260' min.;
500' max.
5.110
Courtyard 70' min.4 100' min.5.120
Except for the Cottage Court and Pocket Neighborhood,
each design site shall have only one primary building type.
1 See Table 3.020.B, Applicability of Design Site
Requirements.
2 Minimum depth of design sites adjoining a rear alley at least
20' wide may be reduced by 20'.
3 Represents one townhouse.
4 For an L-shaped building; 100' min. for a U-shaped building.
ROW Line
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Key
Zones
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3.040: T4 Neighborhood.Small (T4N.S)
Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmax.
min.
min.
max.
min.
6. Encroachments
Encroachments into Minimum Setbacks
Encroachment Type Front Side St. Side Rear
Private Frontages 10' max.10' max.X X
Architectural Features 4' max.4' max.3' max.8' max.
Patio Covers X X 3' max.8' max.
Stairs/Ramps9 4' max.4' max.3' max.8' max.
Decks (30" Tall Max.)X 5' max.5' max.20' max.
Fences, hedges, and other screen devices are allowed within
setbacks as identified in Section 4.020 (Screening).
9 Stairs that are part of a private frontage may encroach
into the setback an additional 3' beyond the allowed
encroachment of the private frontage but not into the
public ROW.
5. Building Placement
Setback
Primary Building
Front (Façade Zone)
Interior Design Site 15' min.; 20' max.
Corner Design Site 15' min.; 20' max.
Side Street (Façade Zone)12' min.; 20' max.
Side 7' min.
Rear Height/2 min.7
Building Façade
Façade Zone Front St.Side St.
Façade Zone Defined by Primary
Building/Frontage (Section 11.020.1)
60% min.50% min.
Façade Design
All building façades shall be designed in compliance with
Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
Ground Floor
Depth of ground-floor habitable
space along thoroughfare or large
site open space8
25' min. for at least
80% of façade length
7Rear setback is calculated as 3' min. or one half the overall
building height at the setback line, whichever is greater. For
design sites adjoining a rear alley at least 20' wide, required
rear setback in excess of 3' may be reduced by up to 17'.
8 Does not apply to the Cottage Court Building Type.
Key X = Not Allowed N/A = Not Applicable
ROW/ Design Site Line
Setback Line
Encroachment Area
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Buildable Area
Façade Zone
Key
Zones
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3.040: T4 Neighborhood.Small (T4N.S)
Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmin.
min.min.min.
8. Frontages
The ground floor along a thoroughfare or large site open
space is required to include a private frontage type at
building and/or unit entries.
Allowed Private Frontage Types Standards
Porch Projecting 6.040
Porch Engaged 6.050
Dooryard 6.060
Stoop 6.070
7. Parking
Setback (Distance from ROW/ Design Site Line)
Front 40' min.10
Side Street 20' min.
Side 0' min.
Rear 0' min.
Vehicle Access
Curb Cut Width 26' max.
10 10' min. allowed for parking courts of 6 or fewer spaces.
See Figure 4.040.1 (Parking Courts).
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Parking Area
Key
Zones
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3.040: T4 Neighborhood.Small (T4N.S)
3.050 T4 Neighborhood.Medium (T4N.M)
General note: the illustration above is intended to provide a brief overview of the zone and are descriptive in nature.
2. Sub-Zone(s)
T4N.M-Open. The open sub-zone
allows additional building and frontage
types within the same form and
character of the T4N.M zone.
1. Intent
A walkable neighborhood environment with medium footprint, moderate-intensity
housing choices, supporting and within short walking distance of neighborhood-
serving retail and services.
The following are allowed form elements in the zone.
House-Scale Buildings Small Multiplexes, Townhouses,
Courtyards, Pocket Neighborhoods,
and Large Multiplexes
Primarily Detached Buildings
Small-to-Medium Building Footprint
Small-to-Medium Front Setbacks
Small-to-Medium Side Setbacks Porch Projecting, Porch Engaged,
Dooryard, Stoop, and Common Entry
Frontage Types
Up to 3 Stories
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ROW Line Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)
Interior Design Site Corner Design SiteInterior Design Site
4. Building Form
Height
Primary Building6
Stories 3 max.
To Eave/Parapet 35' max.
Overall 45' max.
Ground Floor Finish Level
Residential 6" min.7
Non-Residential7 6" max.
Floor-to-Floor (Ground Floor)
Residential 10' min.
Non-Residential8 12' min.
See Section 3.100 for adjacency requirements.
6 See Chapter 5 (Specific to Building Types) for refinements to
massing and height standards.
7 Common entries may be set at grade in compliance with
local and federal accessibility standards.
8 Allowed only in the T4N.M-Open Subzone.
3. Building Types and Design Site Size
Allowed
Building Types
Design Site1
StandardsWidth Depth2
Multiplex Small 50' min.110' min.5.080
Townhouse 16' min.3 85' min. 5.090
Pocket
Neighborhood
170' min.;260' min.;5.110
300' max.500' max.
Courtyard 70' min.4 150' min.5.120
Multiplex Large 60' min.110' min.5.130
Main Street
Building5
25' min.;
100' max.
100' min.5.160
Except for the Pocket Neighborhood building types, each
design site shall have only one primary building type.
1 See Table 3.020.B, Applicability of Design Site
Requirements.
2 Minimum depth of design sites adjoining a rear alley at least
20' wide may be reduced by 20'.
3 Represents up to 2 townhouse flats/lofts.
4 For an L-shaped building; 100' min. for a U-shaped building.
5 Allowed only in the T4N.M-Open Subzone.
ROW Line
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Key
Zones
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3.050: T4 Neighborhood.Medium (T4N.M)
Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmax.
min.
min.
max.
min.
6. Encroachments
Encroachments into Minimum Setbacks
Encroachment Type Front Side St. Side Rear
Private Frontages 10' max.7' max.X X
Architectural Features 3' max.3' max.3' max.5' max.
Patio Covers X X 3' max.5' max.
Stairs/Ramps12 3' max.3' max.3' max.5' max.
Decks (30" Tall Max.)X 5' max.5' max.20' max.
Fences, hedges, and other screen devices are allowed within
setbacks as identified in Section 4.020 (Screening).
Encroachments into Public Right-of-ways (ROW)
12 Stairs that are part of a private frontage may encroach
into the setback an additional 3' beyond the allowed
encroachment of the private frontage but not into the
public ROW.
5. Building Placement
Setback
Primary Building
Front (Façade Zone)
Interior Design Site 15' min.; 20' max.
Corner Design Site 15' min.; 20' max.
Side Street (Façade Zone)10' min.; 15' max.
Side 5' min.
Rear Height/2 min.9
Building Façade
Façade Zone Front St.Side St.
Façade Zone Defined by Primary
Building/Frontage (Section 11.020.1)
65% min.55% min.
Façade Design
All building façades shall be designed in compliance with
Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
Ground Floor
Depth of ground-floor habitable
space along thoroughfare or large
site open space10
25' min.11 for at least
80% of façade length
9 Rear setback is calculated as 3' min. or one half the overall
building height at the setback line, whichever is greater. For
design sites adjoining a rear alley at least 20' wide, required
rear setback in excess of 3' may be reduced by up to 17'.
10 See Section 3.110 (Ground-Floor Non-Residential
Requirements) for additional standards.
11 10' min. for design sites under 1,100 sq ft in area.Key X = Not Allowed N/A = Not Applicable
ROW/ Design Site Line
Setback Line
Encroachment Area
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Buildable Area
Façade Zone
Key
Zones
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3.050: T4 Neighborhood.Medium (T4N.M)
Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmin.
min.min.min.
8. Frontages
The ground floor along a thoroughfare or publicly accessible
space is required to include a private frontage type at
building and/or unit entries.
Where a non-residential ground-floor requirement is
indicated on the Form-Based Zone Map, frontage types are
required for at least 80% of the façade width.
Allowed Private Frontage Types Standards
Porch Projecting 6.040
Porch Engaged 6.050
Dooryard 6.060
Stoop 6.070
Common Entry 6.090
Shopfront14 6.110
Gallery14 6.120
14 Allowed only in the T4N.M-Open Subzone.
7. Parking
Setback (Distance from ROW/ Design Site Line)
Front 40' min.13
Side Street 20' min.
Side 0' min.
Rear 0' min.
Vehicle Access
Curb Cut Width 26' max.
13 25' min. for design sites under 1,100 sq ft in area; 10' min.
allowed for parking courts of 6 or fewer spaces. See Figure
4.040.1 (Parking Courts).
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Parking Area
Key
Zones
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3.050: T4 Neighborhood.Medium (T4N.M)
3.060 T4 Neighborhood.Large (T4N.L)
General note: the illustration above is intended to provide a brief overview of the zone and are descriptive in nature.
2. Sub-Zone(s)
T4N.L-Open. The open sub-zone allows
additional and building and frontage
types within the same form and
character of the T4N.L zone.
1. Intent
A walkable neighborhood environment with large footprint, moderate-to-high-
intensity housing choices, supporting and within short walking distance of
neighborhood-serving retail and services.
The following are allowed form elements in the zone.
Primarily House-Scale Buildings Courtyards, Large Multiplexes, Core
Townhouses, and Core CourtyardsPrimarily Detached Buildings
Medium-to-Large Building Footprint
Small Front Setbacks Porch Projecting, Porch Engaged,
Dooryard, Stoop, Forecourt, and
Common Entry Frontage Types
Small Side Setbacks
Up to 4 Stories
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ROW Line Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)
Interior Design Site Corner Design SiteInterior Design Site
4. Building Form
Height
Primary Building6
Stories 4 max.
To Eave/Parapet 42' max.
Overall 57' max.
Ground Floor Finish Level
Residential 6" min.7
Non-Residential8 6" max.
Floor-to-Floor (Ground Floor)
Residential 10' min.
Non-Residential8 12' min.
See Section 3.100 for adjacency requirements.
6 See Chapter 5 (Specific to Building Types) for refinements to
massing and height standards.
7 Common entries may be set at grade in compliance with
local and federal accessibility standards.
8 Allowed only in the T4N.L-O sub-zone.
3. Building Types and Design Site Size
Allowed
Building Types
Design Site1 Standards
Width Depth2
Courtyard 70' min.3 150' min.5.120
Multiplex Large 60' min.110' min.5.130
Core Townhouse 16' min.4 80' min.5.140
Core Courtyard 75' min.2 120' min.5.150
Main Street
Building5
25' min.; 120'
max.
100' min.5.160
Each design site shall have only one primary building type.
1 See Table 3.020.B, Applicability of Design Site
Requirements.
2 Minimum depth of design sites adjoining a rear alley at least
20' wide may be reduced by 20'.
3 For an L-shaped building; 100' min. for a U-shaped building
4 Represents up to 2 townhouse flats/lofts.
5 Allowed only in the T4N.L-O sub-zone.
ROW Line
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Key
Zones
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3.060: T4 Neighborhood.Large (T4N.L)
Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmax.min.
min.
max.
min.
6. Encroachments
Encroachments into Minimum Setbacks
Encroachment Type Front Side St. Side Rear
Private Frontages 8' max.7' max.X X
Architectural Features 2' max.2' max.1' max.5' max.
Patio Covers X X 1' max.5' max.
Stairs/Ramps11 2' max.2' max.1' max.5' max.
Decks (30" Tall Max.)X 5' max.5' max.20' max.
Fences, hedges, and other screen devices are allowed within
setbacks as identified in Section 4.020 (Screening).
11 Stairs that are part of a private frontage may encroach
into the setback an additional 3' beyond the allowed
encroachment of the private frontage but not into the
public ROW.
5. Building Placement
Setback
Primary Building
Front (Façade Zone)
Interior Design Site 12' min.; 15' max.
Corner Design Site 10' min.; 20' max.
Side Street (Façade Zone)10' min.; 20' max.
Side 5' min.
Rear Height/2 min.9
Building Façade
Façade Zone Front St.Side St.
Façade Zone Defined by Primary
Building/Frontage (Section 11.020.1)
70% min.60% min.
Façade Design
All building façades shall be designed in compliance with
Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
Ground Floor
Depth of ground-floor habitable
space along thoroughfare or large
site open space
25' min.10 for at least
80% of façade length
9 Rear setback is calculated as 3' min. or one half the overall
building height at the setback line, whichever is greater. For
design sites adjoining a rear alley at least 20' wide, required
rear setback in excess of 3' may be reduced by up to 17'.
10 10' min. for design sites under 1,100 sq ft in area.
Key X = Not Allowed N/A = Not Applicable
ROW/ Design Site Line
Setback Line
Encroachment Area
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Buildable Area
Façade Zone
Key
Zones
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3.060: T4 Neighborhood.Large (T4N.L)
Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmin.min.min.
min.
8. Frontages
The ground floor along a thoroughfare or large site open
space is required to include a private frontage type at
building and/or unit entries.
Allowed Private Frontage Types Standards
Porch Projecting 6.040
Porch Engaged 6.050
Dooryard 6.060
Stoop 6.070
Forecourt 6.080
Common Entry 6.090
Shopfront14 6.110
Gallery14 6.120
14 Allowed only in T4N.L-Open sub-zone.
7. Parking
Setback (Distance from ROW/ Design Site Line)
Front 35' min.13
Side Street 15' min.
Side 0' min.
Rear 0' min.
Vehicle Access
Curb Cut Width 26' max.
13 20' min. for design sites under 1,100 sq ft in area; 10' min.
allowed for parking courts of 6 or fewer spaces. See Figure
4.040.1 (Parking Courts).
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Parking Area
Key
Zones
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3.060: T4 Neighborhood.Large (T4N.L)
3.070 T4 Main Street (T4MS)
General note: the illustration above is intended to provide a brief overview of the zone and are descriptive in nature.
2. Sub-Zone(s)
T4MS-Open. The open sub-zone allows
more frontage types within the same
form and character of the T4MS zone.
1. Intent
A mixed-use, pedestrian-oriented environment along thoroughfares and open
spaces, lined with ground-level businesses with residential or office above. A land
use mix that is oriented to and serving adjacent neighborhood areas.
The following are allowed form elements in the zone.
Primarily Block-Scale Buildings Dooryard, Forecourt, Common Entry,
Shopfront, and Gallery Frontage TypesPrimarily Attached Buildings
Small-to-Medium Building Footprint
None-to-Small Front Setbacks
None-to-Small Side Setbacks
Up to 4 Stories (3 or 5 in some areas)
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Interior Design Site Corner Design SiteInterior Design Site
3. Building Size and Design Site Size1
Building Footprint Standards
Width max. per building No max.
Depth max. per building No max.
On-site private or common open
space
50 sf per unit min.
Lot coverage 95% max.
Design Site Size Standards
Width 25' min.; no max.
Depth No min; no max.
1 See Table 3.020.B, Applicability of Design Site
Requirements.
4. Building Form
Height
Primary Building
Stories 4 max.2, 3
To Highest Top Plate 47' max.3
Overall 57' max.
Ground Floor Finish Level
Residential 6" min.4,5
Non-Residential 6" max.
Floor-to-Floor (Ground Floor)
Residential 12' min.
Non-Residential 15' min.
See Section 3.100 for adjacency requirements.
2 3 stories max. and 47' overall max. height within
Winchester Boulevard Master Plan Area 2.
3 5 stories max. and 57' highest top plate height for parcels
designated Commercial Corridor Mixed Use in the General
Plan.
4 Common entries may be set at grade in compliance with
local and federal accessibility standards.
5 Only on side street and at least 60' from front of design site.
ROW Line
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Key
Zones
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3.070: T4 Main Street (T4MS)
Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmax.
min.
min.
max.
min.
5. Building Placement (Continued)
Ground Floor
Depth of ground-floor habitable
space along thoroughfare or large
site open space12
30' min. for at least
85%13 of façade length
12 See Section 3.110 (Ground-Floor Non-Residential
Requirements) for additional standards.
13 100% in the Downtown Development Plan area, where a
ground-floor non-residential requirement is indicated on
the Form-Based Zone Map.
6. Encroachments
Encroachments into Minimum Setbacks
Encroachment Type Front Side St. Side Rear
Private Frontages X X X X
Architectural Features 3' max.3' max.X 5' max.
Patio Covers X X X 5' max.
Stairs/Ramps14 3' max.3' max.X 5' max.
Decks (30" Tall Max.)X 5' max.5' max.20' max.
Fences, hedges, and other screen devices are allowed within
setbacks as identified in Section 4.020 (Screening).
14 Stairs that are part of a private frontage may encroach
into the setback an additional 3' beyond the allowed
encroachment of the private frontage but not into the
public ROW.
5. Building Placement
Setback
Primary Building
Front (Façade Zone)
Interior Design Site 2' min.6, 7; 10' max.7
Corner Design Site 2' min.6, 7; 10' max.7
Side Street (Façade Zone)2' min.; 10' max.
Side 0' min.
Rear Height/2 min.8, 9, 10,
Building Façade
Façade Zone Front St.Side St.
Façade Zone Defined by Primary
Building/Frontage (Section 11.020.1)
80% min.11 70% min.11
Façade Design
All building façades shall be designed in compliance with
Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
6 5' min. in Winchester Boulevard Master Plan Area 2. Front
setback shall be paved as an extension of the sidewalk.
7 7' min. and 15' max. in Winchester Boulevard Master Plan
Areas 1 and 3.
8 0' min. where abutting T4MS.
9 5' min. where abutting T4N.L.
10 10' where abutting T5MS, T5N, or railroad ROW.
11 An outdoor seating area complying with Section 21.36.150
(Outdoor seating), or Section 21.11.050.F for sites within the
Central Business Mixed-Use zoning district, of the Campbell
Municipal Code count toward this requirement. Key X = Not Allowed N/A = Not Applicable
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Buildable Area
Façade Zone
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Setback Line
Encroachment Area
Key
Zones
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3.070: T4 Main Street (T4MS)
Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmin.
min.min.min.
7. Parking
Setback (Distance from ROW/ Design Site Line)
Front 30' min.
Side Street 30' min.; 10' min. where at least
60' from front of design site
Side 0' min.
Rear 0' min.
Vehicle Access
Curb Cut Width 26' max.
8. Frontages
The ground floor along a thoroughfare or publicly accessible
space is required to include a private frontage type at
building and/or unit entries.
Where a non-residential ground-floor frontage requirement
is indicated on the Form-Based Zone Map, frontage types
are required for at least 80% of the façade width.
Allowed Private Frontage Types Standards
Porch Projecting14 6.040
Porch Engaged14 6.050
Dooryard15 6.060
Stoop14 6.070
Forecourt 6.080
Common Entry 6.090
Maker Shopfront14 6.100
Shopfront 6.110
Gallery 6.120
14 Allowed in T4MS-Open sub-zone only.
15 Side street frontage only.
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Parking Area
Key
Zones
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3.070: T4 Main Street (T4MS)
3.080 T5 Neighborhood (T5N)
General note: the illustration above is intended to provide a brief overview of the zone and are descriptive in nature.
2. Sub-Zone(s)
T5N-Open. The open sub-zone allows
more frontage types within the same
form and character of the T5N zone.
1. Intent
A walkable neighborhood environment of large footprint, high-intensity housing
choices supporting and within short walking distance of neighborhood-serving
retail and services.
The following are allowed form elements in the zone.
Block-Scale Buildings Porch Projecting, Porch Engaged,
Dooryard, Stoop, Forecourt, and
Common Entry Frontage Types
Primarily Detached Buildings
Large Building Footprint
Small Front Setbacks
Small Side Setbacks
Up to 75 feet
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Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)
Interior Design Site Corner Design SiteInterior Design Site
StreetROW Line
3. Building Size and Design Site Size1
Main Body Standards
Width max. per building No max.
Depth max. per building No max.
On-site private or common open
space
50 sf per unit min.
Lot coverage No max.
Design Site Size Standards
Width 25' min.; no max.
Depth No min; no max.
1 See Table 3.020.B (Applicability of Design Site
Requirements).
4. Building Form
Height
Primary Building
To Highest Top Plate 75' max.
Ground Floor Finish Level
Residential 6" min.2
Non-Residential4 6" max.
Floor-to-Floor (Ground Floor)
Residential 12' min.
Non-Residential3 15' min.
See Section 3.100 for adjacency requirements.
2 Common entries may be set at grade in compliance with
local and federal accessibility standards.
3 Allowed in T5N-Open sub-zone only.
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Key
ROW Line
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3.080: T5 Neighborhood (T5N)
Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Street Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)
min.
max.
min.
max.min.
min.
5. Building Placement
Setback
Primary Building
Front (Façade Zone)
Interior Design Site 5' min.4; 15' max.
Corner Design Site 2' min.4; 15' max.
Side Street (Façade Zone)2' min.; 10' max.
Side 5' min.
Rear 10' min. when adjacent to T5N;
20' min. when adjacent to single-
family residential land use, T3N,
T4N.S, T4N.M, T4N.L, or T4MS.
Building Façade
Façade Zone Front St.Side St.
Façade Zone Defined by Primary
Building/Frontage (Section 11.020.1)
80% min.70% min.
Façade Design
All building façades shall be designed in compliance with
Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
Ground Floor
Depth of ground-floor habitable space
along thoroughfare or large site open
space
25' for at least 80%
of façade length
4 7' min. in Winchester Boulevard Master Plan Areas 1 and 3.
6. Encroachments
Encroachments into Minimum Setbacks
Encroachment Type Front Side St. Side Rear
Private Frontages 5' max.5' max.X X
Architectural Features 2' max.2' max.1' max.5' max.
Patio Covers X X 1' max.5' max.
Stairs/Ramps5 2' max.2' max.1' max.5' max.
Decks (30" Tall Max.)X 5' max.5' max.20' max.
Fences, hedges, and other screen devices are allowed within
setbacks as identified in Section 4.020 (Screening).
5 Stairs that are part of a private frontage may encroach
into the setback an additional 3' beyond the allowed
encroachment of the private frontage but not into the
public ROW.
Key X = Not Allowed N/A = Not Applicable
ROW/ Design Site Line
Setback Line
Encroachment Area
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Buildable Area
Façade Zone
Key
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3.080: T5 Neighborhood (T5N)
Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Street8. Frontages
The ground floor along a thoroughfare or large site open
space is required to include a private frontage type at
building and/or unit entries.
Allowed Private Frontage Types Standards
Porch Projecting 6.040
Porch Engaged 6.050
Dooryard 6.060
Stoop 6.070
Forecourt 6.080
Common Entry 6.090
Shopfront7 6.110
Gallery7 6.120
7 Allowed only in T5N-Open sub-zone.
7. Parking
Setback (Distance from ROW/ Design Site Line)
Front 30' min.6
Side Street 30' min.; 10' min. where at least
60' from front of design site
Side 0' min.
Rear 0' min.
Vehicle Access
Curb Cut Width 26' max.
6 20' min. for design sites under 1,100 sq ft in area; 10' min.
allowed for parking courts of 6 or fewer spaces. See Figure
4.040.1 (Parking Courts).
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Parking Area
Key
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3.080: T5 Neighborhood (T5N)
3.090 T5 Main Street (T5MS)
General note: the illustration above is intended to provide a brief overview of the zone and are descriptive in nature.
2. Sub-Zone(s)
None.
1. Intent
A walkable district of large footprint, high-intensity mixed-use buildings and
housing choices supporting ground-floor retail, food and services.
The following are allowed form elements in the zone.
Block-Scale Buildings Dooryard, Forecourt, Common Entry,
Maker Shopfront, Shopfront, and
Gallery Frontage Types
Attached Buildings
Large Building Footprint
No Front Setbacks
No Side Setbacks
Up to 75 feet
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Interior Design Site Corner Design SiteInterior Design Site
Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)
StreetROW Line
3. Building Size and Design Site Size1
Main Body Standards
Width max. per building No max.
Depth max. per building No max.
On-site private or common open
space
50 sf per unit min.
Lot coverage No max.
Design Site Size Standards
Width 25' min.; no max.
Depth No min; no max.
1 See Table 3.020.B, Applicability of Design Site
Requirements.
4. Building Form
Height
Primary Building
To Highest Top Plate 75' max.
Ground Floor Finish Level
Residential 6" min.2,3
Non-Residential 6" max.
Floor-to-Floor (Ground Floor)
Residential 12' min.
Non-Residential 15' min.
See Section 3.100 for adjacency requirements.
2 Common entries may be set at grade in compliance
with local and federal accessibility standards.
3 Only on side street and at least 60' from front of design site.
Key Key
ROW/ Design Site Line ROW Line
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3.090: T5 Main Street (T5MS)
Side StreetFront Street (Narrowest Side)Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Streetmax.
min.min.
max.min.
min.
min.
6. Encroachments
Encroachments into Minimum Setbacks
Encroachment Type Front Side St. Side Rear
Private Frontages X X X X
Architectural Features 2' max.2' max.X 2' max.
Patio Covers X X X 2' max.
Stairs/Ramps7 2' max.2' max.X 2' max.
Decks (30" Tall Max.)X 5' max.5' max.20' max.
Fences, hedges, and other screen devices are allowed within
setbacks as identified in Section 4.020 (Screening).
7 Stairs that are part of a private frontage may encroach
into the setback an additional 3' beyond the allowed
encroachment of the private frontage but not into the
public ROW.
5. Building Placement
Setback
Primary Building
Front (Façade Zone)
Interior Design Site 2' min.4; 10' max.4
Corner Design Site 2' min.4; 10' max.4
Side Street (Façade Zone)2' min.; 10' max.
Side 0' min.
Rear 10' min.
Building Façade
Façade Zone Front St.Side St.
Façade Zone Defined by Primary
Building/Frontage (Section 11.020.1)
90% min.5 80% min.5
Façade Design
All building façades shall be designed in compliance with
Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
4 7' min. and 15' max. in Winchester Boulevard Master Plan
Areas 1 and 3.
5 An outdoor seating area complying with Section 21.36.150
(Outdoor seating), or Section 21.11.050.F for sites within
the Central Business Mixed-Use zoning district, of the
Campbell Municipal Code count toward this requirement.
Key X = Not Allowed N/A = Not Applicable
5. Building Placement (Cont'd)
Ground Floor
Depth of ground-floor habitable
space along thoroughfare or large
site open space6
30' min. for at least 85%
of façade length
6 See Section 3.110 (Ground-Floor Non-Residential
Requirements) for additional standards.
ROW/ Design Site Line
Setback Line
Encroachment Area
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Buildable Area
Façade Zone
Key
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3.090: T5 Main Street (T5MS)
Front Street (Narrowest Side) Side Street8. Frontages
The ground floor along a thoroughfare or publicly accessible
space is required to include a private frontage type at
building and/or unit entries.
Where a non-residential ground-floor frontage requirement
is indicated on the Form-Based Zone Map, frontage types
are required for at least 80% of the façade width.
Allowed Private Frontage Types Standards
Dooryard8 6.060
Forecourt 6.080
Common Entry 6.090
Maker Shopfront 6.100
Shopfront 6.110
Gallery 6.120
8 Side street frontage only.
7. Parking
Setback (Distance from ROW/ Design Site Line)
Front 30' min.
Side Street 30' min.; 10' min. where at least
60' from front of design site
Side 0' min.
Rear 0' min.
Vehicle Access
Curb Cut Width 26' max.
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Parking Area
Key
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3.090: T5 Main Street (T5MS)
3.100 Adjacency Requirements
1. Where a proposed building in a MFDDS Zone is within the specified distance of the zone(s) or land use(s)
identified in Table 3.100.A, adjacency standards shall be applied to the building design to reduce its size
in width, height, and volume. The area(s) removed after applying the adjacency standards is not allowed
to be added elsewhere.
2. Where a proposed building in a MFDDS Zone is adjacent to a physical feature identified in Table 3.100.A,
adjacency standards shall be applied to the design of habitable space abutting the feature.
Table 3.100.A: Adjacency Requirements
Applicability Standard
Where abutting single-family
residential land use designation
Within 30' of shared property line: Max. 2.5 stories and 25' in height to eave/parapet.
Within 65' of shared property line: Max. 3 stories and 35' in height to eave/parapet.
Where abutting a property with
a Mobile Home Park land use
designation, or a property zoned
T3N or T4N.S
Within 30' of shared side property line (15' for parcels less than 100' in width) and/or
within 50' of shared rear property line (25' for parcels less than 120' in depth): Max. 3
stories and 25' in height to eave/parapet.
Where abutting a property zoned
T4N.M
Within 30' of shared side property line (15' for parcels less than 100' in width) and/or
within 50' of shared rear property line (25' for parcels less than 120' in depth): Max. 4
stories and 45' in height to eave/parapet.
Within 50' of shared rear property line (25' for parcels less than 120' in depth): Max. 4
stories and 45' in height to eave/parapet.
All building volumes within 30' of a
single-family residential land use
designation, or property zoned
T3N, T4N.S, or T4N.M
Max. width per building volume: 70'
Min. separation between building volumes: 20'
Where within 200' of a Wireless
Communication Facility
Occupied areas shall be located outside of areas where exposure levels exceed FCC
safety guidelines.
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3.100: Adjacency Requirements
3.110 Ground-Floor Non-Residential Requirements
1. Where a ground-floor non-residential requirement is indicated along a ROW edge on the Form-
Based Zone Map, ground-floor habitable space required by Subsection 5 of the zone shall meet the
requirements of this Section.
A. Applicability
(1) Only the portion of a parcel where a ground-floor non-residential requirement is indicated on
the Form-Based Zone Map is subject to the requirements of this Section.
B. Tier 1 Requirements. Where a Tier 1 ground-floor non-residential requirement is indicated on the
Form-Based Zone Map, the required ground-floor habitable space shall be non-residential.
(1) Lobbies, leasing offices, and amenities available only to residents may occupy no more than 50%
of the required habitable space width.
(a) Within the Downtown Development Plan area, leasing offices and amenities available only to
residents are not allowed within the required habitable space, and lobbies shall be no wider
than the minimum dimension required by the Building Code or 10% of the facade width,
whichever is greater, up to a maximum of 16.5 feet.
(2) One or more tenant spaces meeting the following requirements shall be provided within
ground-floor habitable space:
(a) Tenant space shall be publicly accessible and serve non-residents as well as residents;
(b) Total depth of space shall be 50 feet minimum;
(c) Total width of space shall be 16.5 feet minimum;
(d) Clear height of space shall be 15 feet minimum unless building is 7 stories in height, in which
case clear height of space shall be 14 feet minimum;
(e) Structural beams intersecting the tenant space and extending below the minimum clear
height shall be placed at least 30 feet apart on center;
(f) Tenant space shall have venting designed into the vertical building, sized to meet health and
fire code requirements for restaurant use; and
(g) Tenant space shall have access to a grease trap meeting the applicable health codes for
restaurant use. Provision of one 1,500 gallon grease trap per 3,000 square feet of tenant
space shall satisfy this requirement.
(3) Buildings wider than 120 feet shall include a breezeway extending from any rear parking area
through the front facade.
(a) Centerline of breezeway shall be offset no more than 35 feet from the midpoint of the front
facade;
(b) Clear height of breezeway shall be no less than 10 feet; and
(c) Clear width of breezeway shall be no less than 8 feet.
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3.110: Ground-Floor Non-Residential Requirements
C. Tier 2 Requirements. Where a Tier 2 ground-floor non-residential requirement is indicated on the
Form-Based Zone Map, the required ground-floor habitable space shall be non-residential.
(1) Lobbies, leasing offices, and amenities available only to residents may occupy no more than 50%
of the required habitable space width.
(2) One or more tenant spaces meeting the following requirements shall be provided within
ground-floor habitable space:
(a) Tenant space shall be publicly accessible and serve non-residents as well as residents;
(b) Total depth of space shall be 40 feet minimum;
(c) Total width of space shall be 16.5 feet minimum;
(d) Clear height of space shall be 14 feet minimum.
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4.010 Purpose
This Chapter provides standards to ensure that new development accomplishes the following:
1. Is compatible with the design and use of existing structures on neighboring properties; and
2. Does not adversely affect neighboring properties, with "adversely affect" meaning to impact in a
substantial, negative manner the habitability of properties adjacent to new development or the
alterations of existing buildings/sites.
4.020 Screening
1. Intent. This Section provides standards for screening, fences, and walls for the protection of property,
the enhancement of privacy, the attenuation of noise, and the improvement of the visual environment.
2. Design Standards for Screening. Except for wall- and ground-mounted equipment that is not visible
from the public right-of-way or abutting design sites, all equipment shall comply with the following:
A. Screening Height Maximums. Screening shall not exceed the maximums identified in Table A
(Maximum Screening Height).
B. Screening Height Measurement. Screening height shall be measured as the vertical distance
between the finished grade at the base of the screen and the top edge of the screen material.
Table 4.020.A: Maximum Screening Height
Zone Item Maximum Height Allowed
Front Side St.Side Rear
T3N, T4N.S, T4N.M, T4N.L Fences
Free Standing Walls
Landscaping1
3' max.
3' max.
4' max.
3' max.
3' max.
4' max.
8' max.
8' max.
No max.
8' max.
8' max.
No max.
T4MS, T5N, T5MS Fences
Free Standing Walls
Landscaping1
X
X
3' max.
X
X
3' max.
10' max.
10' max.
No max.
10' max.
10' max.
No max.
1 Excludes trees
Key X = Not Allowed
Chapter 4: General to Site Design
Sections:
4.010 Purpose
4.020 Screening
4.030 Landscaping and Lighting
4.040 Parking and Loading
4.050 Service and Utility Standards
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3. Required Clearance
A. Corner of two vehicular thoroughfares. No screening, utilities, landscaping, or freestanding signs
shall be allowed to exceed 3.5 feet in height within the triangular area formed by measuring thirty
feet along the front and street side property lines along the right-of-way from where they meet or
would meet if they extended straight out. See Figure 4.202.1 (Required Clearance at Intersections).
Figure 4.020.1: Required Clearance at Intersections
Street
Side Street
30 feet
B. Corner of a vehicular thoroughfare and a driveway. No screening, utilities, landscaping, or
freestanding signs shall be allowed to exceed 3.5 feet in height within the triangular area formed
by measuring ten feet along the street property line and ten feet along the driveway from where
they meet or would meet if they extended straight out. See Figure 4.202.2 (Required Clearance at
Driveways).
Figure 4.020.2: Required Clearance at Driveways
Front Street
Front Yard
Driveway
10 feet
4. Screening on Retaining Walls. The total height of screens and the retaining walls they are mounted on
or attached to shall not exceed six feet.
5. Equipment Screening
A. The following equipment is exempt from screening:
(1) Vents less than two feet in height when painted/treated to match backdrop;
(2) Solar panels.
B. For new installation or relocation of existing equipment, the equipment shall be screened from all
thoroughfares.
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4.020: Screening
(1) Roof-Mounted Equipment. Building parapets or other architectural elements shall screen roof-
mounted equipment.
(a) New buildings shall be designed to provide a parapet or other architectural element that is
as tall or taller than the highest point on any new mechanical equipment to be located on
the roof of the building; and
(b) For existing buildings with no parapet less than two feet in height, mechanical equipment
shall be surrounded on all sides by an opaque screen wall as tall as the highest point of
the equipment. The wall shall be architecturally consistent with the building and match the
existing building with paint, finish material, and trim cap detail.
(2) Wall- and Ground-Mounted Equipment
(a) Equipment is not allowed between front or side street façades and the street.
(b) All screen devices shall be as high as the highest point of the equipment being screened.
(c) Equipment and screening shall be in compliance with the setbacks of the zone.
(d) Screening shall be architecturally consistent with the building and include matching paint,
finish material, and trim cap detail.
6. Security Bars. Security bars installed on doors and windows are not permitted.
7. Barbed Wire and Razor Wire. Barbed wire and razor wire screening are not allowed.
8. Safety. Fences, walls, and other screening and landscaping, whether provided in compliance with the
provisions of this Subsection or provided in addition to those provisions, are subject to review by the
Traffic Engineer in the following areas to ensure that visibility is maintained:
A. Within 10 feet of the point of intersection of:
(1) A vehicular access way or driveway and a street; and/or
(2) A vehicular access way or driveway and a sidewalk.
B. Within 20 feet of the point of intersection of two or more vehicular access ways, including driveways,
alleys, or streets.
C. As used in this Subsection, "point of intersection" is measured from the face of curb or if none, from
the edge of pavement.
4.030 Landscaping and Lighting
1. Intent. This Section prescribes landscaping and lighting standards for protection and enhancement of
the environmental and visual quality of the community, enhancement of privacy, and the control of dust.
2. Required Landscaping. The landscaping required by this Section shall be installed as part of the
development or improvement(s) requiring the landscaping. Standards for landscaping in parking areas
shall be in combination with Section 4.040 (Parking and Loading).
1 Based on International Dark-Sky Association and Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) Model Lighting
Ordinance.
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4.030: Landscaping and Lighting
A. Landscaping materials shall be integrated into the required setbacks, stream and wetland buffers,
and design of the selected private frontage type(s).
B. Landscape materials shall be applied to the planting areas identified for public frontage type(s).
C. Stormwater retention areas may also count towards required landscaping or open space.
3. Required Lighting
A. Site improvements, including lighting, shall be consistent with the architectural style of the primary
building.
B. Outdoor lighting shall have a color temperature of no more than 3000 Kelvin, except for seasonal
outdoor decorative lighting.
C. Light fixtures fitted with lamps over 60 watts/800 lumens shall be fully shielded to limit glare, light
pollution and light trespass.
D. Only cutoff or full cutoff luminaires shall be used for illuminating outdoor spaces. Outdoor luminaires
shall meet or exceed the following Backlight/Uplight/Glare (BUG) values: 1
(1) Anchors: B3/U0/G2
(2) Anchor Neighborhoods: B0/U1/G1
E. Lighting shall be provided in compliance with the following:
(1) All exterior lighting shall be designed, located, and lamped in order to prevent overlighting and
light trespass.
(2) All parking lot and street lights shall be full cutoff luminaires, as certified by the manufacturer,
with the light source directed downward and away from adjacent residences.
(3) Bollard lighting may be used to light walkways and other landscape features, but shall cast its
light downward.
(4) Internally illuminated fascia, wall, roof, awning or other building parts are prohibited.
(5) All nonessential exterior lighting associated with non-residential uses shall be turned off within
½ hour after the close of business or when the non-residential use is not in use.
4. Design Standards
A. Allowed Landscaping Materials
(1) Landscaping materials shall comply with the following:
(a) Shrubs, of at least one-gallon size;
(b) Ground cover instead of grass/turf; and/or
(c) Decorative nonliving landscaping materials including, but not limited to, sand, stone, gravel,
wood or water may be used to satisfy a maximum of 25 percent of the required landscaping
area.
(2) Street trees, of at least 15-gallon size, double-staked, planted between the curb and the back of
the sidewalk.
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4.030: Landscaping and Lighting
B. Species Selection
(1) Native and drought tolerant species are required to meet the minimum standards, in
conformance with Section 21.26 and the City's Water Efficient Landscape Guidelines.
(2) Landscape selection shall include native vegetation, applicable to Santa Clara County, in
compliance with Water Use Classification of Landscape Species (WUCOL IV).
C. Existing Vegetation. Trees which are considered "protected" by Section 21.32.050 shall require a
Tree Removal Permit for removal.
D. Retaining Walls
(1) Retaining walls within the front and/or side street façade zone(s) or visible from the public
sidewalk shall:
(a) Not exceed three feet in height as measured to the adjacent finished grade or public or
private sidewalk, whichever is nearest;
(b) Include a landscape planter in front of the wall. The planter shall be at least 18 inches deep
measured perpendicular to the wall; and
(c) Be finished with allowable wall material(s) for the primary building.
(2) Retaining walls along the interior design site line that are beyond the front and/or side street
façade zone(s) shall:
(a) Not exceed five feet in height as measured to the adjacent finished grade;
(b) Include a landscape planter in front of the wall. The planter shall be at least three feet deep
measured perpendicular to the wall; and/or
(c) Be finished with allowable wall material(s) for the primary building.
(3) Retaining walls along the rear design site line that are beyond the front and/or side street façade
zone(s) shall:
(a) Not exceed eight feet in height as measured to the adjacent finished grade;
(b) If the retaining wall is exposed, a landscape planter in front of the wall is required. The
planter shall be at least three feet deep measured perpendicular to the wall;
(c) Be finished with allowable wall material(s) for the primary building; and
(d) Not require landscaping or wall material finish(es) if within the building and not exposed.
E. Maintenance. Required landscaping shall be maintained in a clean and healthy condition. This
includes pruning, weeding, removal of litter, fertilizing, replacement of plants when necessary, and
the appropriate watering of all landscaping.
5. Required Clearance. Landscaping that is adjacent to street corners and driveways shall be subject to
the visibility requirements of Subsection 4.020.3.
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4.040 Parking and Loading
1. Intent. This Section prescribes standards for motor vehicle and bicycle parking areas, loading and
access drives, and standards for reducing motor vehicle trips per capita to and from development. These
standards are intended to ensure that new development accomplishes the following:
A. Consistency with the intended physical character;
B. Provision of bicycle parking to increase bicycle trips and reduce motor vehicle trips per capita; and
C. Appropriately limits, screens, and landscapes motor vehicle parking areas to protect and enhance
the environmental and visual quality of the community, enhance privacy, attenuate noise, and
control dust.
2. General Vehicular Parking Standards
A. Larger Vehicle Parking
(1) Trucks, tractors or tractor-trailers having a capacity of more than a 1.5-ton load, front- and
rear-end loaders, or any kind of commercial, industrial, agricultural, or transportation vehicles/
equipment used primarily for business purposes, shall not be parked or stored in any zone for
purposes other than unloading, loading, or delivery services.
3. Electric Vehicle Charging. Electric vehicle charging facilities shall be provided in compliance with CA
Green Standards Building Code, Title 24, Part 11 as well as any locally adopted Reach Code.
4. Parking Spaces, Design and Layout
A. Parking Facilities. If off-street parking is located within a carport or garage, the carport or garage
shall match the color, material and roofing of the primary building.
B. Parking Space Dimensions. Parking space dimensions for non-residential uses shall comply with
Section 21.28.080(C). The minimum dimensions for residential parking spaces are eight and one-half
feet wide by eighteen feet deep.
C. Access. On-site parking areas shall be accessed per the following:
(1) Ingress to and egress from parking spaces shall be from an on-site aisle or driveway, directly
from the front, side street, public alley, or rear lane.
D. Driveways
(1) Driveway area surfacing materials shall be entirely paved with either concrete or pavers. All
other surfacing materials, including but not limited to gravel, decomposed granite, and asphalt,
are prohibited.
(2) Access to Driveways
(a) Stack access to and from developments of two or fewer dwelling units onto public streets
shall be where practical by forward or reverse motion of the vehicle;
(b) On design sites where driveway(s) cannot be located more than 150 feet from the
intersection of two public streets, driveway access shall be located on the side of the design
site furthest from the intersection;
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(c) Driveway access to and from developments that have three or more dwelling units shall be
by forward motion of the vehicle;
(d) Minimum 50 feet separation between driveways except developments of two or fewer
dwelling units.
(3) Number of Driveways. Table B (Number of Driveways) specifies the maximum number of
driveways for a development site.
(4) Driveways shall be setback from design site lines as follows:
(a) For front access, minimum two feet from side design site lines; and/or
(b) For side street access, no less than the minimum rear parking setback per the zone; and/or
(c) Where driveway access is shared by abutting design sites, Subsections (a) and (b) above
do not apply; minimum two feet from building(s), and in compliance with Santa Clara Fire
Department Specification No. A-1.
(5) The design and construction of all on-site parking access drives shall be in compliance with
Section 21.28.090 (Driveways and Site Access).
(6) The maximum ramp angle for a parking garage may not exceed 20% (up or down). Ramps taking
ingress/egress over a public sidewalk may not exceed a slope of 10% within 20-feet of said public
sidewalk.
Table 4.040.B: Number of Driveways
Lot Frontage (Corner Parcel Applies Same
Requirements as Side Street)Maximum Number of Driveways
Up to 150'2
150' to 299'3
Each additional 300' over 299'1
E. Parking Techniques. The following techniques may be applied individually or in combination:
(1) Tandem Parking. Required parking may be stacked up to 2 spaces deep when assigned to the
same residential unit.
(2) Parking Court. Parking spaces in groupings of covered or uncovered spaces or individual garages
not in a podium configuration shared between two design sites. The maximum width of the
parking court is 65 feet measured parallel to the adjacent street/right-of-way. The parking court
is accessed from the adjacent street/right-of-way and the maximum width of the entrance to the
parking court is determined by Subsection 7 of the zone. See Figure 4.040.1 (Parking Court).
(3) Podium Parking. Parking spaces are located in an at-grade garage under the rear and/or interior
side of the building or under all of the building except for the required habitable ground floor
space. The garage has occupiable space above the garage level. The podium is not visible or
exposed along the front or side street building façades.
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(4) Subterranean Parking. Parking spaces are located below the adjacent finished grade of the
building. The subterranean garage is allowed to be up to 2 feet above the adjacent finished
grade of the building in compliance with the building form (Subsection 3 of the zone) and
frontage standards (Chapter 6).
(5) Stacked Parking System. Parking spaces are arranged in a system that provides two to three
spaces in the horizontal area of one space. This type of system may only be located within a
structure and when assigned to the same residential unit.
Figure 4.040.1: Parking Court
Parking Court
Design Site 1 Design Site 2
Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Width: 65' max.
Parking Court Setback: 15' min.
Decorative wall and
landscaping
36" max height in compliance
with Section 4.030.01
F. Identification as to Purpose and Location. On-site parking areas of four or more spaces shall
include painted lines, wheel stops, or other methods of identifying individual parking spaces and
loading areas, while distinguishing such spaces from aisle and other circulation features.
G. Materials
(1) Parking area surfacing materials shall be entirely paved with either concrete or pavers. All other
surfacing materials, including but not limited to gravel, decomposed granite, and asphalt, are
prohibited;
(2) A minimum of 10 percent of the parking area shall be improved with impervious materials,
exclusive of required landscaping in Table E (Required Parking Lot Landscaping).
H. Landscaping. The following is required of all parcels in all zones except when otherwise provided for
by a development agreement, overlay district, area plan, neighborhood plan, or specific plan.
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(1) Parking and loading areas shall be screened from adjacent residential zones by a six foot wall or
fence.
(2) Screening is not required when parking area(s) is adjacent to an alley.
(3) Landscaping areas shall integrate stormwater management features per Section 21.26.030
(General Landscaping Standards for all Zoning Districts).
(4) For portions of parking areas covered by photo-voltaic solar collectors that also function as
shade structures, the minimum standard for trees does not apply.
(5) Front yard areas. All required front yard areas in all zoning districts shall be improved with a
combination of landscape and hardscape, except driveway areas, in compliance with the allowed
materials in Section 4.030.4.A-C.
(6) Irrigation required. Landscaped areas shall be provided with a permanent automatic
underground irrigation system, or other acceptable irrigation systems as approved by the
community development director.
(7) Water efficient. Landscaping shall be consistent with Campbell's water-efficient landscape
guidelines.
(8) Mix of materials. Required landscaping shall consist of turf, ground cover, shrubs, and trees in
combination to provide attractive screening of parking lots and other paved areas. Required
landscaping shall consist of a variety of species and sizes.
(9) Street frontage. Landscape areas along street frontages shall be measured at right angles to the
street and shall be exclusive of any parking overhang.
(10) Parking lot landscaping. Parking lot landscaping shall be required in compliance with Chapter
21.28 (Parking and Loading).
(11) Additional landscaping. If the required amount of frontage and/or perimeter landscaped areas
is not enough to meet the minimum amount of landscaping required for the zoning district,
additional landscaping shall be provided in other locations on the site.4.050
4.050 Service and Utility Standards
1. Mailboxes
A. Maximum 5 feet tall from finished grade.
B. Minimum setback of 3-feet from property line.
C. Mailbox(es) shall incorporate colors used on the nearest primary building(s) they serve.
2. Trash Enclosures
A. Trash enclosures shall be integrated into the building or located a minimum of 50-feet from a public
right-of-way or adjacent offsite parcel and designed to match the primary building’s roof style,
exterior finish materials and colors.
B. Trash enclosures shall be designed to achieve the minimum size required to fit the number and size
of trash bins and containers needed to accommodate the waste generated by the building user.
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C. Proposed bins and containers shall be indicated on the plans to demonstrate compliance with this
requirement
D. Trash enclosures shall include a gate opening and doorway in addition to any gate opening. Gate
openings shall be at least 9 feet wide.
3. Utilities Cabinets, Meters, and Backflow Preventers
A. Utility cabinets and meters shall be contained within the building, or fully screened from public view
by a solid wall of height at least equal to that of the utility cabinet or meter.
B. In the T4MS and T5MS zones, transformers shall be undergrounded. Aboveground transformers
shall be fully screened from public view by a solid wall of height at least equal to that of the
transformer.
C. Backflow preventers and fire department connections (FDC) within 50-feet of a public right-of-way
shall be screened from the public right-of-way by landscaping of equal height and width as the
backflow preventer and/or fire department connection (FDC).
4. Service Areas. Service areas (for loading and unloading) shall be integrated into the building or screened
from public view by a six-foot high solid masonry wall. Service bay doors shall not be oriented toward the
public right-of-way.
5. Trash Receptacles/Cans. Mixed-use projects with a commercial component other than office shall
provide at least one trash receptacle/can per public frontage. The trash receptacle/can shall be placed
within 10-feet of a pedestrian walkway connection to the public right-of-way (i.e. sidewalk).
6. Pedestrian Pathways. Pedestrian pathways shall be comprised of durable, all-weather, dustless paving
material that is differentiated in regard to material, texture (i.e. stamped patterns, and/or colors) from the
private street and public sidewalk.
7. Truncated Domes. Truncated domes shall be imbedded (flush) with the pavement and not tacked onto
the surface of the ground.
8. Required Clearance. Service and utility equipment that is adjacent to street corners and driveways shall
be subject to the visibility requirements of Subsection 4.020.3
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5.010 Purpose
This Chapter provides the standards for development of individual building types to achieve the intended
physical character of each zone, offer housing choices and affordable housing opportunities, and incubate
small businesses as amenities within walkable neighborhoods.
5.020 Building Types
1. Building types are used in the lower-intensity zones (T3N, T4N.S) and moderate-intensity zones (T4N.M,
T4N.L) to articulate size, scale, and intensity of primarily detached buildings according to the intent of
each zone.
2. Each design site shall have only one building type. The number of individual buildings allowed per design
site is regulated by the standards for each building type.
3. In T4N.L, buildings on adjacent design sites are allowed to be connected in compliance with the following.
Connections in compliance with these standards shall be exempt from required side setbacks:
A. The connection is at least 30 feet behind the building façade nearest to the street;
B. The area of connection is at least 15 feet and up to 30 feet wide;
C. The building façade nearest to the street is in compliance with the required façade zone;
D. Upper story connections are at least 10 feet above the finished grade of the building and at least 13
feet, 6 inches above if the area below accommodates vehicle access.
Chapter 5: Specific to Building Types
Sections:
5.010 Purpose
5.020 Building Types
5.030 Overview of Building Types
5.040 House
5.050 Duplex Side-by-Side
5.060 Duplex Stacked
5.070 Cottage Housing
5.080 Multiplex Small
5.090 Townhouse
5.100 Side Court
5.110 Pocket Neighborhood
5.120 Courtyard
5.130 Multiplex Large
5.140 Core Townhouse
5.150 Core Courtyard
5.160 Main Street Building
5.170 Massing Types
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4. On-site open space. The standards identify the required type (private or common) and amount. For
example, if the type only has standards for private open space, common open space is not required for
that building type. The identified amount is for the entire building unless specified otherwise.
5. Parking may be designed as tuck-under, detached garage(s), podium or subterranean, in compliance with
the zone standards for parking placement.
6. Wings are allowed in certain zones to increase building square footage beyond the maximum allowed
footprint of the main body.
A. Wings are allowed in the T3N, T4N.S, T4N.M, and T4N.L zones and their sub-zones;
B. Wings are required to be smaller in footprint and one story less than the main body to visually
reduce the overall size of the building;
C. In the T3N and T4N.S zones the building type standards specify the amount that wings are required
to be offset from the main body so that their façades are not aligned;
7. The maximum number of units identified for each building type is dependent on the design site being
large enough to meet the maximum possible by the zone standards.
8. Individual designs may vary from the diagrams for each building type in compliance with the standards of
this Chapter and Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
9. New buildings and their improvements are subject to Campbell's Fire and Building Code standards.
5.030 Overview of Building Types
Table A ( Building Types Overview) provides an overview of the allowed building types in each zone. The
names of the building types are not intended to limit uses within a building type. For example, a Duplex may
have non-residential uses within it as allowed by the zone.
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Figure 5.020.1 Example of House-Scale and Block-Scale Buildings
House-Scale Buildings
Main body only Main body only
Main body with side and rear wings Main body with rear wing
Block-Scale Buildings
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Table 5.030.A: Building Types Overview
Zones
T3 T4 T5
T3N T4N.S T4N.M T4N.L T4MS T5N T5MS
House 5.040 P P --
Not applicable. Building size
regulated by maximum footprint
standards in Subsection 3 of each
zone.
Duplex Side-by-Side 5.050 P P --
Duplex Stacked 5.060 P P --
Cottage Housing 5.070 P P --
Multiplex Small 5.080 P P P -
Townhouse 5.090 P P P -
Side Court 5.100 P P --
Pocket Neighborhood 5.110 P P P -
Courtyard 5.120 -P P P
Multiplex Large 5.130 --P P
Core Townhouse 5.140 ---P
Core Courtyard 5.150 ---P
Main Street Building 5.160 --O O
Key P = Allowed - = Not Allowed O = Open Sub-Zone only
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5.040 House
House, Example 1
House, Example 2
House, Example 3
1. Description
A small-to-medium-sized, detached, house-scale building
with one unit, small-to-medium setbacks, a rear setback, and
located within a low-intensity, walkable neighborhood.
2. Number of Units
Units per Building 1 max
Buildings per Design Site 1 max.1
1 Not including ADU/JADU
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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5.040: House
BUILDING TYPE: HOUSEBUILDING TYPE: HOUSE
Front Street Front StreetSide StreetSide StreetAlley access required if alley exists Alley access required if alley exists
4. Pedestrian Access
Main Entrance Location Front Street
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
6. Open Space
Private Open Space
Area 300 sf min.
Required setbacks and driveways do not count toward open
space.
Required private open space shall be located behind the
main body of the building.
3. Building Size and Massing
Height
Stories 2.5 max.
Main Body2
Width 36' max.
Depth 48' max.
Wing(s) 2
Width 20' max.
Depth 20' max.
Separation between Wings
on Same Façade
15' min.
Offset from Main Body 3' min.
Massing Types
Front Gable Section 5.170.1.A
Side Gable Section 5.170.1.B
Gable L Section 5.170.1.C
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
2 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Private Open Space
Key
BUILDING TYPE: HOUSE, SMALL
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5.050 Duplex Side-by-Side
Duplex Side-by-Side, Example 1
Duplex Side-by-Side, Example 2
Duplex Side-by-Side, Example 3
1. Description
A small-to-medium-sized, detached, house-scale building
with small-to-medium setbacks and a rear setback. The
building consists of two side-by-side units, both facing the
street and within a single Building massing. The type has the
appearance of a medium-to-large, single-unit house and is
scaled to fit within lower-intensity neighborhoods.
2. Number of Units
Units per Building 2 max.
Buildings per Design Site 1 max.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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5.050: Duplex Side-by-Side
BUILDING TYPE: DUPLEX, SIDE-BY-SIDEBUILDING TYPE: DUPLEX, SIDE-BY-SIDE
Front Street Front StreetSide StreetSide StreetAlley access required if alley exists Alley access required if alley exists
4. Pedestrian Access
Main Entrance Location Front Street2
Each unit shall have an entry facing the street on or within
15' of the front façade.
2 On corner design sites, each unit shall front a different
street.
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
6. Open Space
Common Open Space
Width 15' min.
Depth 15' min.
Required setbacks and driveways do not count toward open
space.
Required common open space shall be located behind the
main body of the building.
3. Building Size and Massing
Height
Stories 2.5 max.
Main Body1
Width 48' max.
Depth 36' max.
Wing(s)1
Width 20' max.
Depth 20' max.
Separation between Wings on
Same Façade
15' min.
Offset from Main Body 3' min.
Massing Types
Side Gable Section 5.170.1.B
Gable L Section 5.170.1.C
Twin Gable Section 5.170.1.E
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
1 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Private Open Space
Key
BUILDING TYPE: HOUSE, SMALL
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5.050: Duplex Side-by-Side
5.060 Duplex Stacked
Duplex Stacked, Example 1
Cottage Housing, Example 2
Cottage Housing, Example 3
1. Description
A small-to-medium-sized, detached, house-scale building
with small-to-medium setbacks and a rear setback. The
building consists of two stacked units, both facing the street
and within a single building massing. The type has the
appearance of a medium-to-large, single-unit house and is
scaled to fit within lower-intensity neighborhoods.
2. Number of Units
Units per Building 2 max.
Buildings per Design Site 1 max.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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5.060: Duplex Stacked
BUILDING TYPE: DUPLEX, STACKEDBUILDING TYPE: DUPLEX, STACKED
Front Street Front Street Side StreetAlley access required if alley exists Alley access required if alley exists
Side Street4. Pedestrian Access
Main Entrance Location Front Street2
Each unit shall have an entry facing the street on or within
15' of the front façade.
2 On corner design sites, each unit shall front a different
street.
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
6. Open Space
Private Open Space
Width 15' min.
Depth 15' min.
Required setbacks and driveways do not count toward open
space.
Required common open space shall be located behind the
main body of the building.
3. Building Size and Massing
Height
Stories 2.5 max.
Main Body1
Width 36' max.
Depth 48' max.
Wing(s)1
Width 20' max.
Depth 20' max.
Separation between Wings on
Same Façade
15' min.
Offset from Main Body 3' min.
Massing Types
Front Gable Section 5.170.1.A
Side Gable Section 5.170.1.B
Gable L Section 5.170.1.C
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
1 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Private Open Space
Key
BUILDING TYPE: HOUSE, SMALL
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5.060: Duplex Stacked
5.070 Cottage Housing
Cottage Housing, Example 1
Cottage Housing, Example 2
Cottage Housing, Example 3
1. Description
A group of three to nine small, detached, house-scale
buildings (cottages) arranged to define a shared court open
to and visible from the street. The shared court is common
open space and takes the place of a private rear setback,
thus becoming an important community-enhancing element.
The type is scaled to fit within low-to-moderate-intensity
neighborhoods and in non-residential contexts.
Synonym: Bungalow Court
2. Number of Units
Units per Cottage 1 max.1
Cottages per Design Site 3 min.; 9 max.1
1 The rearmost Cottage may contain up to 2 units, for a total
of 10 units.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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5.070: Cottage Housing
Front Street Front Street
Alley access required if alley exists Alley access required if alley exists
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
Spaces shall be grouped in one or more parking areas at
rear or side of design site.
6. Open Space
Common Open Space
Width 20' min. clear
Depth 75' min. (3-4 units)
90' min. ( 5-9 units)
Required setbacks and driveways do not count as open
space.
Up to 1/3 of the shared court(s) may be used for stormwater
management if designed as a rain garden or bioswale.
7. Miscellaneous
Fencing
Fencing is only allowed around or between individual
buildings and shall not exceed 36" in height.
Visibility shall be maintained through the fencing.
3. Building Size and Massing
Height
Stories 1.5 max.
To Highest Eave/parapet 18' max.
Main Body (per Cottage)2
Width 32' max.
Depth 32' max.
Separation between Cottages 7' min.
Massing Types (per Cottage)
Front Gable Section 5.170.1.A
Gable L Section 5.170.1.C
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
4. Pedestrian Access
Shared court shall be accessible from front street.
Pedestrian Path Setbacks
From Building Entrance 6' min.
Main entrance to units required from shared court.
Units on a corner may enter from either of the two streets.
Pedestrian paths shall connect all buildings to the public
ROW, shared court, and parking areas.
2 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
BUILDING TYPE: COTTAGE COURT_largeBUILDING TYPE: COTTAGE COURT_large
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Common Open Space
Key
BUILDING TYPE: HOUSE, SMALL
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5.070: Cottage Housing
5.080 Multiplex Small
Multiplex Small, Example 1
Multiplex Small, Example 2
Multiplex Small, Example 3
1. Description
A small-to-medium-sized, detached, house-scale building
that consists of at least three side-by-side and/or stacked
units, typically with one shared entry or individual entries
along the front. The type has the appearance of a medium-
sized, single-unit house and is scaled to fit within low- to
moderate-intensity neighborhoods.
2. Number of Units
Units per Building In compliance with
Section 5.080.3
(Building Size and
Massing)
Buildings per Design Site 1 max.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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5.080: Multiplex Small
BUILDING TYPE: MULTIPLEX SMALLBUILDING TYPE: MULTIPLEX SMALL
Front Street Front StreetSide StreetSide StreetAlley access required if alley exists Alley access required if alley exists
4. Pedestrian Access
Main Entrance Location Front Street
Each unit may have an individual entry.
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
6. Open Space
Common Open Space2
Width 15' min.
Depth 15' min.
Required setbacks and driveways do not count toward open
space.
Required common open space shall be located behind the
main body of the building.
2 None required if building is within 800' of public open
space, as measured along walking paths
3. Building Size and Massing
Height T3N T4N.S,
T4N.M
Stories 2.5 max.2.5 max.
Main Body1
Width 48' max.48' max.
Depth 60' max.85' max.
Wing(s)1
Width 20' max.25' max.
Depth 20' max.25' max.
Separation between Wings on
Same Façade
15' min.15' min.
Offset from Main Body 3' min.3' min.
Massing Types
Front Gable Section 5.170.1.A
Side Gable Section 5.170.1.B
Gable L Section 5.170.1.C
Twin Gable Section 5.170.1.E
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
1 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Common Open Space
Key
BUILDING TYPE: HOUSE, SMALL
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
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5.080: Multiplex Small
5.090 Townhouse
Townhouse, Example 1 (Four in Run)
Townhouse, Example 2 (Six in Run)
Townhouse, Example 3 (Three Side-by-Side Units)
1. Description
A small-sized, typically attached, house-scale building with
a rear setback. Each Townhouse consists of one unit. As
allowed by the zone, the type may also be detached with
minimal separations between buildings. The type is typically
located within low-to-moderate-intensity neighborhoods.
Synonym: Rowhouse
2. Number of Units
Units per Townhouse 1 max. in T3N and T4N.S;
2 stacked units max. in T4N.M
Townhouses per Design
Site
1 max.
Townhouses per Run In compliance with Section
5.090.3 (Building Size and
Massing)
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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5.090: Townhouse
BUILDING TYPE: TOWNHOUSE- NeighborhoodBUILDING TYPE: TOWNHOUSE- Neighborhood
Front
Alley access required if alley exists
Front
Alley access required if alley exists
4. Pedestrian Access
Main Entrance Location Front
Each unit shall have an individual entry facing a street or
other pedestrian route.
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
6. Open Space
Private Open Space
Area 72 sf min. per unit2
Required setbacks and driveways do not count toward open
space.
If design site allows, required private open space shall be
located behind the main body of the building.
2 When at least 6% of the net developable site area is
provided as large site open space or common open space,
private open space requirement may be satisfied by a roof
terrace, Dooryard frontage type, or balcony (including
second story of Porch frontage type).
3. Building Size and Massing
Height T3N, T4N.S T4N.M
Stories 2.5 max.3 max.
Main Body (Per Townhouse)1
Width per Unit 20' min. 16' min.
Depth per Unit 45' min.; 65' max.45' min.; 65' max.
Width per Run 100' max.100' max.160' max.
Wing(s)1
Width 14' max.N/A
Depth 25' max.25' max.
Separation between Wings on
Same Façade
15' min.15' min.
Massing Types (per Run)
Side Gable Section 5.170.1.B
Center Gable Section 5.170.1.D
Twin Gable Section 5.170.1.E
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
1 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Private Open Space
Key
BUILDING TYPE: HOUSE, SMALL
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5.090: Townhouse
5.100 Side Court
Side Court, Example 1 (image source: Google)
Side Court, Example 2 (Image source: Google)
Side Court, Example 3 (image source: Realtor.com)
1. Description
A series of house-scale buildings fronting a shared "parking
court" that doubles as a driveway and outdoor space for the
units. The foremost building faces the street and the shared
court; the rearmost building is parallel with the rear parcel
line. This type is intended for narrow and deep mid-block
parcels and is typically located within low-to-moderate-
intensity neighborhoods.
2. Number of Units
Units per Building 4 max.
Buildings per Design Site 5 max.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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5.100: Side Court
BUILDING TYPE: SIDE COURT BUILDINGBUILDING TYPE: SIDE COURT BUILDING
Front Street Front Street
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with standards in
Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking Court
Width 26' min. (building façade to property line)
Depth Up to rearmost building, in compliance
with fire access requirements.
6. Open Space
Landscaping
The area between the parking court pavement and the
property line shall be landscaped, averaging at least 4
feet in width along the length of the parking court.
The area between all habitable space and the parking
court pavement shall be landscaped, averaging at least 2
feet in width along each façade.
Paving
Parking court surface may be stamped concrete, pavers,
brick, and/or grasscrete. No more than 20% of the surface
area may be asphalt or untextured poured concrete.
The edges of the parking court pavement shall not be
composed exclusively of straight lines.
3. Building Size and Massing
Height
Stories 2.5 max.
Main Body (per Building)1
Width 48' max2
Overall Length 85' max.
Massing Types (per Building)
Front Gable Section 5.170.1.A
Gable L Section 5.170.1.C
Twin Gable Section 5.170.1.E
Gabled L Courtyard Section 5.170.1.F
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
At least 50% of ground floor space shall be habitable.
Habitable space shall not include garage or parking.
4. Pedestrian Access
The frontmost unit shall be accessed from the street;
other units shall be accessed from the parking court.
Each primary entrance shall include a frontage type, as
allowed in Table 6.030.A, within an area at least 7' deep.
1 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
2 No max. within 50' of rear design site line
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Parking Court
Key
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5.110 Pocket Neighborhood
Pocket Neighborhood, Example 1
Pocket Neighborhood, Example 2
Pocket Neighborhood, Example 3
1. Description
A group of 5 to 10 detached, house-scale buildings
each containing one to four units, arranged to define
a shared open space. The common open space
and takes the place of a private rear setback, trees
become an important community-enhancing element.
The type is scaled to fit within low-to-moderate
intensity neighborhoods.
2. Number of Units
T3N T4N.S T4N.M
Units per Building 2 max.3 max.4 max.
Buildings per
Design Site
5 min.;5 min;5 min;
6 max.10 max10 max
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
Source: Starr Hill Vision Plan
Source: Ross Chapin
Source: Ross Chapin
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5.110: Pocket Neighborhood
BUILDING TYPE: POCKET NEIGHBORHOODFront Street3. Building Size and Massing
Main Body (per Building)1 T3N, T4N.S,
T4N.M
Stories 2.5 max.
Buildings along Front and Side Street
Width 60' max.
Depth 40' max.
Buildings along Side and Rear
Width 36' max.
Depth 48' max.
Side Setback in Addition to Zone Setback 5' min.
Building Separation
Between 1-story Buildings 10' min.
Between Buildings > 1-story 15' min.
Community Building1, 2
Stories 2.5 max.
Width 40' max.
Depth 30' max.
3. Building Size and Massing (Continued)
Massing Composition Types (per Building)
Front Gable 1-4 Units per
Building
Section 5.170.1.A
Side Gable 1-4 Units per
Building
Section 5.170.1.B
Gable L 1-4 Units per
Building
Section 5.170.1.C
Twin Gable 2-4 Units per
Building
Section 5.170.1.E
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
No single-unit buildings allowed along the front or side street
1 Optional
2 Shall front on common open space and is not allowed along
front or side street
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Key
Frontage
Common Open Space
Private Open Space
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BUILDING TYPE: POCKET NEIGHBORHOODFront Street4. Pedestrian Access
Main Entrance Location
Buildings with 1 Unit3 At Common Open Space
Buildings with 2 or more Units At Front or Side Street
Pedestrian Path Width
Along Buildings and Open Space 5' min.
At Front or Side Street Connection 10' min.
Pedestrian Path Setbacks
From Building Entrance 12' min.
From Side of Building 8' min.
3 Max. 40' from edge of common open space
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Offset from Buildings 5' min.
Driveway and parking location shall comply with standards
in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking not allowed along private or common open space.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
Turnaround access required in compliance with Fire
Department standards.
Spaces shall be grouped in one or more parking areas at
rear or side of design site.
6. Open Space
Private Open Space per Building
Required for full length of building at all façades adjacent
or abutting a pedestrian path or common open space
Common Open Space4 5 Bldgs.5 6-10 Bldgs.5
Width 30' min.50' min.
Depth 40' min.100' min.
7. Miscellaneous
Fencing
Fencing is only allowed around or between individual
buildings and shall not exceed 36" in height.
Visibility shall be maintained through the fencing.
4 Shall provide access from front or side street
5 Not including community building
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Key
Private Open Space
Common Open Space
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5.120 Courtyard
Courtyard, Example 1
Courtyard, Example 2
Courtyard, Example 3
1. Description
A detached, house-scale building that consists of up to
24 multiple attached and/or stacked units, accessed from
a shared courtyard. The shared court is common open
space and takes the place of a rear setback. The type is
typically integrated as a small portion of lower-intensity
neighborhoods or more consistently into moderate-intensity
neighborhoods.
Synonym: Courtyard Apartment
2. Number of Units
T4N.S T4N.M T4N.L
Units per Building 12 max.18 max.24 max.
Buildings per Design Site 1 max.1 max.
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BUILDING TYPE: COURTYARD APARTMENT, NeighborhoodBUILDING TYPE: COURTYARD APARTMENT, Neighborhood
Front Street Front StreetSide StreetSide StreetAlley access required if alley existsAlley access required if alley exists
4. Pedestrian Access
Main Entrance Location2 Courtyard or Street
2 The main entry of ground floor units shall be directly off of
a courtyard or street, whichever is closer.
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
6. Open Space
Common Open Space L-shaped U-shaped
Width 20' min.25' min.
Depth 30' min.60' min.
Courtyard(s) shall be accessible from the front street.
Multiple courtyards are required to be connected via a
Passage through or between buildings (see 8.040.11).
Building shall define at least three sides of the courtyard.
Up to 1/3 of the shared court(s) may be used for stormwater
management if designed as a rain garden or bioswale.
Front of courtyard not defined by building shall be defined
by 2'-6" to 5' tall wall with entry gate/door.
3. Building Size and Massing
Height T4N.S T4N.M T4N.L
Stories 2.5 max.3 max.4 max.
Main Body
Width 100' max.100' max.
Depth 100' max.100' max.
Wing(s)
Depth 45' max.45' max.
Massing Types
Gabled L Courtyard (L shaped) Section 5.170.1.F
Gabled Front
Courtyard
(U-shaped) Section 5.170.1.G
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
1 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Common Open Space
Key
BUILDING TYPE: HOUSE, SMALL
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5.130 Multiplex Large
Multiplex Large, Example 1
Multiplex Large, Example 2
Multiplex Large, Example 3
1. Description
A medium-to-large-sized, detached building that consists
of multiple stacked units, typically with one shared entry.
The type is scaled to fit within moderate- to high-intensity
neighborhoods.
2. Number of Units
T4N.L
Units per Building In compliance with Section
5.130.3 (Building Size and
Massing)
Buildings per Design Site 1 max.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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BUILDING TYPE: MULTIPLEX
At smaller scale (1"=50', others are 1"=40')
BUILDING TYPE: MULTIPLEX
At smaller scale (1"=50', others are 1"=40')
Front Street Front StreetSide StreetSide StreetAlley access required if alley exists Alley access required if alley exists
4. Pedestrian Access
Main Entrance Location Front Street
Units located in the main body shall be accessed by a
common entry along the front street.
On corner design sites, units in a wing may enter from the
side street.
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
6. Open Space
Common or private open space is not required.
3. Building Size and Massing
Height T4N.M T4N.L
Stories 3 max.4 max.
Main Body1
Width 60' max.60' max.70' max.
Depth 85' max.100' max.
Wing(s)1,2
Width 25' max.30' max.
Depth 40' max.40' max.
Separation between Wings on
Same Façade
15' min.15' min.
Massing Types
Side Gable Section 5.170.1.B
Gable L Section 5.170.1.C
Center Gable Section 5.170.1.D
Twin Gable Section 5.170.1.E
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
1 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
2 For 4-story buildings, height is limited to 1 story less than
main body and 10' less to eave.
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Key
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5.140 Core Townhouse
Core Townhouse, Example 1 (three in run)
Core Townhouse, Example 2 (at least six in run)
Core Townhouse, Example 3 (at least five in run)
1. Description
A large-sized, typically attached, block-scale building with a
rear setback. Each Core Townhouse consists of up to three
stacked units. As allowed by the zone, the type may also be
detached with minimal separations between buildings. The
type is typically located within high-intensity neighborhoods
or on, or near, a neighborhood main street.
Synonym: Rowhouse
2. Number of Units
Units per Townhouse 3 stacked units max.
Townhouses per Design
Site
1 max.
Townhouses per Run In compliance with Section
5.140.3 (Building Size and
Massing)
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BUILDING TYPE: TOWNHOUSE- UrbanBUILDING TYPE: TOWNHOUSE- Urban
Front Street
Alley access required if alley exists
Front Street
Alley access required if alley exists
4. Pedestrian Access
Main Entrance Location Front Street
Each unit shall have an individual entry facing a street or be
perpendicular to a street within an alcove facing a street.
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
6. Open Space
Private Open Space 72 sf min. per unit4
Required setbacks and driveways do not count toward open
space.
If design site allows, required private open space shall be
located behind the main body of the building.
4 When at least 6% of the net developable site area is
provided as large site open space or common open space,
private open space requirement may be satisfied by a roof
terrace, Dooryard frontage type, or balcony (including
second story of Porch frontage type).
3. Building Size and Massing
Height
Stories 4 max.
Main Body1
Width per Unit 16' min.
Depth per Unit 45' min.; 65' max.
Width per Building 200' max
Wing(s)2
Width 14' max.
Depth 25' max.
Separation between Wings on
Same Façade
15' min.
Massing Types (per Building)3
Side Gable Section 5.170.1.B
Flat Roof Box Section 5.170.1.J
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
1 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
2 For buildings at least 4 stories, height is limited to 1 story
less than main body and 10' less to highest eave/parapet.
3 Fronts of buildings within a run may be offset by 3 feet max.
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Private Open Space
Key
BUILDING TYPE: HOUSE, SMALL
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5.150 Core Courtyard
Core Courtyard, Example 1
Core Courtyard, Example 2
Core Courtyard, Example 3
1. Description
A detached or attached block-scale building that consists
of attached and/or stacked units, accessed from one or
more shared courtyards. The shared court is common open
space. The type is typically integrated into moderate-to-high-
intensity neighborhoods and on main streets with a non-
residential ground floor along the adjacent street.
Synonym: Courtyard Apartment
2. Number of Units
Units per Building In compliance with Section
5.150.3 (Building Size and
Massing)1
Buildings per Design Site 1 max.
1 Number of units restricted by building code and fire code
standards.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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5.150: Core Courtyard
BUILDING TYPE: COURTYARD APARTMENT, UrbanBUILDING TYPE: COURTYARD APARTMENT, Urban
Front Street Front Street
Alley access required if alley existsAlley access required if alley exists
Side StreetSide Street4. Pedestrian Access
Main Entrance Location3 Courtyard or Street
Distance between Entries to Units 30' max.
3 The main entry of ground floor units shall be directly off of a
courtyard or street, whichever is closer.
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
Spaces shall be grouped in one or more parking areas at
rear or side of design site.
6. Open Space
Common Open Space (Courtyard)
Width 40' min. clear
Depth 75' min. clear
Courtyards shall be accessible from the front street.
Multiple courtyards shall be connected via a passage
through or between buildings.
Buildings shall define at least three walls of a courtyard.
Up to 1/3 of the shared court(s) may be used for stormwater
management if designed as a rain garden or bioswale.
3. Building Size and Massing
Height T4N.L
Stories 4 max.
Main Body 2
Width Overall 100' max.
Depth Overall 140' max.
Wing(s)
Depth 65' max.
Massing Types
Gabled Front Courtyard Section 5.170.1.G
Gabled Rear Courtyard Section 5.170.1.H
Gabled Closed Courtyard Section 5.170.1.I
Flat Roof Front Courtyard Section 5.170.1.M
Flat Roof Rear Courtyard Section 5.170.1.N
Flat Roof Closed Courtyard Section 5.170.1.O
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
The building may be designed as two separate buildings, not
more than 30' apart, with the space between them designed
as a courtyard in compliance with the standards of this
Subsection.
2 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Common Open Space
Key
BUILDING TYPE: HOUSE, SMALL
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5.160 Main Street Building
Main Street Building, Example 1
Core Courtyard, Example 2
Core Courtyard, Example 3
1. Description
A small-to-large-sized block-scale building, typically attached,
but may be detached. The type is intended to provide a
vertical mix of uses with ground-floor retail, office, or service
uses and upper-floor service or residential uses. The type
makes up the primary component of neighborhood and
downtown main streets, therefore being a key component to
providing walkability.
2. Number of Units
Units per Building In compliance with Section
5.150.3 (Building Size and
Massing)1
Buildings per Design Site 1 max.
1 Number of units restricted by building code and fire code
standards.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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BUILDING TYPE: MIXED-USEBUILDING TYPE: MIXED-USE
Front Street Front StreetSide StreetSide StreetAlley access required if alley exists Alley access required if alley exists
4. Pedestrian Access
Distance between Entries
to Ground Floor Shops
50' max.
Upper floor units shall be accessed by a common entry
along the front street.
Ground floor shops shall have individual entries along
the adjacent street.
Ground floor units allowed along side street at least 60'
from front of design site.
On corner design sites, units along a side street may
enter from the side street.
5. Vehicle Access and Parking
Driveway and parking location shall comply with
standards in Subsection 7 of the zone.
Parking may be covered, uncovered, or in a garage.
6. Open Space
Common or private open space is not required.
3. Building Size and Massing
Height T4N.M-O T4N.L-O
Stories 3 max.4 max.
Main Body2
Width 100 max.120 max.
Depth 120 max.120 max.
Massing Types
Side Gable Section 5.170.1.B
Center Gable Section 5.170.1.D
Flat Roof Box Section 5.170.1.J
Flat Roof L Section 5.170.1.K
Flat Roof T Section 5.170.1.L
Flat Roof Front
Courtyard
Section 5.170.1.M
Flat Roof Rear
Courtyard
Section 5.170.1.N
Flat Roof Closed
Courtyard
Section 5.170.1.O
Façades shall be designed in compliance with Chapter 7
(Architectural Standards).
2 In compliance with Subsection 5 of the zone
Outline of Building above
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Frontage
Key
ROW/ Design Site Line
Building Setback Line
Building
Key
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1. Main Body Massing Types
For each building type, select from the allowed massing types and apply the standards to the main body width in
compliance with Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards) and the following standards. Façades of intersecting volumes
shall be offset by a minimum of 3 feet.
A. Front Gable
This massing type is a simple rectilinear form that is deeper
than it is long. The roof is sloped and may be either hipped
or gabled.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of the building type
B. Side Gable
This massing type is a simple rectilinear form that is longer
than it is deep. The roof is sloped and may be either hipped
or gabled.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of the building type
C. Gable L
This massing type divides the façade into two parts, with
one part projecting and one part set back to create a shallow
forecourt. The roof is sloped, with a gable or hipped roof on
each volume.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
Projecting Volume 1 bay min.; 5 bays max.
Recessed Façade 1 bay min; 7 bays max.
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1. Main Body Massing Types (Continued)
D. Center Gable
This massing type divides the façade into three parts, with
the middle part projecting. The roof is sloped and may be
either hipped or gabled.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
Projecting Volume 1 bay min.; 5 bays max.
Recessed Façade 1 bay min; 7 bays max.
E. Twin Gable
This massing type divides the façade into three parts, with
the middle part set back slightly to create a shallow open
space. The roof is sloped and may be either hipped or
gabled.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
Projecting Volume 1 bay min.; 5 bays max.
Recessed Façade 1 bay min; 9 bays max.
F. Gabled L Courtyard
This massing type divides the façade into two parts, with one
part set back substantially to create a deep open space. The
roof is sloped and may be either hipped or gabled.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
Projecting Volume 1 bay min.; 5 bays max.
Recessed Façade 1 bay min; 9 bays max.
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1. Main Body Massing Types (Continued)
G. Gabled Front Courtyard
This massing type divides the façade into three parts, with
the middle part set back substantially to create a deep
open space. The roof is sloped and may be either hipped or
gabled.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
Projecting Wing 1 bay min.; 5 bays max.
Center Façade 1 bay min; 7 bays max.
H. Gabled Rear Courtyard
This massing type divides the rear façade into three parts,
with the middle part set back substantially to create a deep
courtyard not visible from the street. The roof is sloped and
may be either hipped or gabled.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
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1. Main Body Massing Types (Continued)
I. Gabled Closed Courtyard
This massing type fronts a courtyard with building façades in
all 4 sides. Courtyard not visible from the street. The roof is
sloped and may be either hipped or gabled.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
J. Flat Roof Box
This massing type is a simple rectilinear form with a flat roof.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
K. Flat Roof L
This massing type divides the façade into two parts, with
one part projecting and one part set back to create a shallow
forecourt. The roof is flat.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
Projecting Volume 2 bays min.; 5 bays max.
Recessed Façade 1 bay min; 7 bays max.
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1. Main Body Massing Types (Continued)
L. Flat Roof T
This massing type divides the façade into three parts, with
the middle part projecting. The roof is flat.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
Projecting Volume 2 bays min.; 5 bays max.
Recessed Façade 1 bay min; 7 bays max.
M. Flat Roof Front Courtyard
This massing type divides the façade into three parts, with
the middle part set back substantially to create a deep open
space. The roof is flat.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
Projecting Volume 1 bay min.; 5 bays max.
Recessed Façade 1 bay min; 9 bays max.
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1. Main Body Massing Types (Continued)
N. Flat Roof Rear Courtyard
This massing type divides the rear façade into three parts,
with the middle part set back substantially to create a deep
courtyard not visible from the street. The roof is flat.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
O. Flat Roof Closed Courtyard
This massing type fronts a courtyard with building façades
in all 4 sides. Courtyard not visible from the street. The roof
is flat.
Main Body
Main Body Width Max. allowed by Subsection 3
of this building type
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6.010 Purpose
This Chapter provides the standards for private frontages ("frontages"). Private frontages are the components
of a building that provide the transition and interface between the public realm (street and sidewalk) and the
private realm (setback or building).
6.020 Private Frontage Types
1. The names of the private frontage types indicate their particular configuration or function and are
not intended to limit uses within the associated building. For example, a Porch may be used by non-
residential uses (e.g., restaurant, office) as allowed by the zone.
2. Each building is required to include at least one private frontage type along the front street or adjacent
large site open space at each building entry. Buildings with entries along a side street are required to
include at least one private frontage type on those façades.
3. The ground floor, for a minimum depth as identified in Subsection 5 of the zone, is required to be
habitable/occupiable space in compliance with this Chapter. Accessibility is provided through the allowed
private frontage types for each zone.
4. Private frontage types not listed in Subsection 8 of the zone are not allowed in that zone.
5. Each building may have different private frontage types in compliance with the allowed types in
Subsection 8 of the zone.
6. Each private frontage type shall be located in compliance with the façade zone per Subsection 5 of the
zone.
7. Standards are stated for the front and side street façades of a design site.
Chapter 6: Specific to Private Frontage Types
Sections:
6.010 Purpose
6.020 Private Frontage Types
6.030 Overview of Private Frontage Types
6.040 Porch Projecting
6.050 Porch Engaged
6.060 Dooryard
6.070 Stoop
6.080 Forecourt
6.090 Common Entry
6.100 Maker Shopfront
6.110 Shopfront
6.120 Gallery
6.130 Specific to Commercial Building Entries
6.140 Specific to Entries Serving Upper Floors
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8. In addition to the zone's standards, each private frontage is further refined through these standards
according to contexts where each type is allowed.
9. Certain types are only allowed in the open sub-zone (e.g., T4N.S-O) or on a side street in the base zone
(e.g., T4N.S) to implement the intended physical character.
6.030 Overview of Private Frontage Types
Table A (Private Frontage Types Overview) provides a summary of the allowed private frontage types in each
zone. See referenced Section(s) for standards.
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6.030: Overview of Private Frontage Types
Table 6.030.A: Private Frontage Types Overview
Zones
T3 T4 T5
T3N T4N.S T4N.M T4N.L T4MS T5N T5MS
Porch Projecting 6.040 P P P P O P -
Porch Engaged 6.050 P P P P O P -
Dooryard 6.060 P P P P P1 P P1
Stoop 6.070 -P P P O P -
Forecourt 6.080 ---P P P P
Common Entry 6.090 --P P P P P
Maker Shopfront 6.100 ----O -P
Shopfront 6.110 --O O P O P
Gallery 6.120 --O O P O P
Key P = Allowed O = Allowed Only in Open Sub-Zone - = Not Allowed
1 Side street frontage only
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6.030: Overview of Private Frontage Types
6.040 Porch Projecting
Example of a Projecting Porch
Example of a Projecting Porch
Example of a Projecting Porch
1. Description
The main façade of the building is set back from the front
design site line with a covered structure encroaching into the
front setback. The resulting setback area may be defined by
a fence or hedge to spatially maintain the edge of the street.
The Porch may be one or two stories, is open on three sides,
with all habitable space located behind the building setback
line.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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6.040: Porch Projecting
2. Size
Width, Clear 12' min.1
Depth, Clear 6' min.
Height, Clear 8' min.
Stories 2 stories max.
Finish Level above Sidewalk 12" min.2
Pedestrian Access 3' wide min.
Depth 15' min.
1 Reduce to 8' min. and maximum 1 story when applied to
Cottage Court Building Type
2 Common entries may be set at grade per local and federal
accessibility standards.
3. Miscellaneous
Porch shall be open on three sides and have a roof. Clear
glass may be installed between the porch columns if the
minimum size of individual panes is in compliance with the
standards in Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
The Porch is allowed to encroach into the front and side
street setbacks in compliance with Subsection 6 of the zone.
Ramps are required to be integrated along the side of the
building to connect with the Projecting Porch.
The Porch shall be designed in compliance with the
standards in Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
Setback SetbackROW ROWStreet Street
ROW/ Design Site Line Setback Line
Key
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6.040: Porch Projecting
6.050 Porch Engaged
Example of an Engaged Porch
Example of a Engaged Porch
Example of an Engaged Porch
1. Description
A portion of the main façade of the building is set back from
the front design site line to create an area for a covered
structure that projects from the façade that is set back.
The Porch may project into the front setback. The resulting
setback may be defined by a fence or hedge to spatially
maintain the edge of the street. The Porch may be one or
two stories and has two adjacent sides that are engaged to
the building, while the other two sides are open.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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6.050: Porch Engaged
2. Size
Width, Clear 8' min.
Depth, Clear 6' min.
Height, Clear 8' min.
Stories 2 stories max.
Finish Level above Sidewalk 12" min.1
Pedestrian Access 3' wide min.
Encroachment Area of Building Façade
Depth 8' max.
Width 1/3 min. of overall
building façade
1 Common entries may be set at grade per local and
federal accessibility standards.
3. Miscellaneous
Up to 20% of the building façade and porch(es) may project
into the front setback line for the zone.
The Porch shall be open on two sides and have a roof.
The Porch is allowed to encroach into the front and side
street setbacks in compliance with Subsection 6 of the zone.
Ramps are required to be integrated along the side of the
building to connect with the Engaged Porch.
ROW ROWStreet StreetSetbackSetback
ROW/ Design Site Line Setback Line
Key
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6.050: Porch Engaged
6.060 Dooryard
Example of a Dooryard
Example of a Dooryard
Example of a Dooryard
1. Description
The main façade of the building is set back from the front
design site line, which is defined by a low wall or hedge,
creating a small private area between the sidewalk and
the façade. Each Dooryard is separated from adjacent
Dooryards. The Dooryard may be raised or at grade.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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6.060: Dooryard
2. Size
Depth, Clear 6' min.
Length 15' min.
Distance between Glazing 4' max.
Depth of Recessed Entries 3' max.
Pedestrian Access 3' wide min.
Finish Level above Sidewalk 12" max.
Height of Dooryard Fence/Wall
above Finish Level
30" min, 42" max.
1 Common entries may be set at grade per local and federal
accessibility standards.
3. Miscellaneous
For nonresidential uses, the Shopfront Frontage Type (6.110)
may be applied.
Each Dooryard shall provide access to only one ground floor
entry.
The Dooryard is allowed to encroach into the front and side
street setbacks in compliance with Subsection 6 of the zone.
Ramps are required to be integrated along the side of the
building to connect with the Dooryard.
The Dooryard shall be designed in compliance with the
standards in Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
ROW ROWStreet StreetSetbackSetback
ROW/ Design Site Line Setback Line
Key
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6.060: Dooryard
6.070 Stoop
Example of a Stoop
Example of a Stoop
Example of a Stoop
1. Description
The main façade of the building is near the front design site
line with steps to an elevated entry. The Stoop is elevated
above the sidewalk to provide privacy along the sidewalk-
facing rooms. Stairs or ramps from the Stoop may lead
directly to the sidewalk or may be parallel to the sidewalk.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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6.070: Stoop
2. Size
Width, Clear 4' min.
Depth, Clear 3' min.
Height, Clear 8' min.
Stories 1 story max.
Finish Level above Sidewalk 12" min.
Depth of Recessed Entries 8' max.
3. Miscellaneous
Stairs may be perpendicular or parallel to the building
façade.
Entry doors shall be covered or recessed to provide shelter
from the elements.
All doors shall face the street.
The Stoop is allowed to encroach into the front and side
street setbacks in compliance with Subsection 6 of the zone.
Ramps are required to be integrated along the side of the
building to connect with the Stoop.
The Stoop shall be designed in compliance with the
standards in Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
ROW ROWStreet StreetSetbackSetback
ROW/ Design Site Line Setback Line
Key
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6.070: Stoop
6.080 Forecourt
Example of a Forecourt
Example of a Forecourt
Example of a Forecourt
1. Description
The main façade of the building is at or near the front design
site line and a portion is set back, extending the public realm
into the design site to create an entry court, shared garden
space, additional shopping area, or restaurant seating area.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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6.080: Forecourt
2. Size
Width, Clear 15' min.
Depth, Clear 15' min.
Ratio, Height to Width 2:1 max.
Finish Level above Sidewalk 12" max.
Gallery frontages, awnings,
balconies and porches may
encroach into Forecourt on all
sides.
Max 1/2 width of
Forecourt
3. Miscellaneous
Forecourts may be utilized to group several entries at a
common elevation in compliance with the zones' ground
floor finish level standards.
The proportions and orientation of a Forecourt shall be in
compliance with the diagram below for solar orientation..
Ramps are required to be integrated along the side of the
building to connect with the Forecourt.
The Forecourt shall be designed in compliance with the
standards in Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
width (w)
h<2w
height (h)ROWROW StreetStreetSetbackSetback
ROW/ Design Site Line Setback Line
Key
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6.080: Forecourt
6.090 Common Entry
Example of a Common Entry
Example of a Common Entry
Example of a Common Entry
1. Description
The main façade of the building is near the front design
site line, with a covered entryway within the main façade,
providing a defined transition between the sidewalk and the
interior. The entryway leads to a lobby or foyer that provides
interior access to units.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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6.090: Common Entry
2. Size
Width, Clear 6' min.
Setback from Design Site Line 6' min.
Height to Canopy/Ceiling, Clear 2.5x clear width max.
Finish Level above Sidewalk 0" min.; 30" max.
3. Miscellaneous
Entry doors shall be covered and/or recessed to provide
shelter from the elements.
Gates are not allowed.
Entry doors shall face the street.
Canopy, where provided, shall be at least as wide as the
opening.
ROWROW StreetStreetSetbackSetback
ROW/ Design Site Line Setback Line
Key
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6.090: Common Entry
6.100 Maker Shopfront
Example of a Maker Shopfront
Example of a Maker Shopfront
Example of a Maker Shopfront
1. Description
The main façade of the building is at or near the front design
site line with an at-grade or elevated entrance from the
sidewalk. The type is only allowed on side streets from the
adjacent main street and is intended for industrial artisan
businesses to show their activity to pedestrians, as well
as for retail sales of products made on-site. The Maker
Shopfront may include a decorative roll-down or sliding door,
including glazing and an awning that overlaps the sidewalk.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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6.100: Maker Shopfront
2. Size
Distance between Glazing 10' max.
Ground Floor Glazing between
Sidewalk and Finished Ceiling
Height
30% min.
Depth of Recessed Entries No max.
Shopfront Base (if used)48" max.
3. Awning
Depth 5' min.
Setback from Curb 2' min.
Height, Clear 8' min.
4. Miscellaneous
Decorative accordion-style doors/windows or other
operable windows that allow the space to open to the street
are allowed in compliance with Chapter 7 (Architectural
Standards).
The Maker Shopfront shall be designed in compliance with
the standards in Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
ROW/Setback ROW/SetbackStreet Street
ROW/ Design Site Line Setback Line
Key
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6.100: Maker Shopfront
6.110 Shopfront
Example of a Shopfront
Example of a Shopfront
Example of a Shopfront
1. Description
The main façade of the building is at or near the front design
site line with at-grade entrance from the sidewalk. The type
is intended for service, retail, or restaurant use and includes
substantial glazing between the Shopfront base and the
ground floor ceiling. This type may include an awning that
overlaps the sidewalk.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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6.110: Shopfront
2. Size
Distance between Glazing 2' max.
Ground Floor Glazing between
Sidewalk and Finished Ceiling
Height
75% min.
Depth of Recessed Entries 5' max.
Shopfront Base 6" min.; 24" max.
3. Awning
Depth 5' min.
Setback from Curb 2' min.
Height, Clear 8' min.
4. Miscellaneous
Decorative accordion-style doors/windows or other
operable windows that allow the space to open to the street
are allowed in compliance with Chapter 7 (Architectural
Standards).
Ramps are required to be integrated along the side of the
building to connect with the Shopfront.
The Shopfront shall be designed in compliance with the
standards in Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
ROW/Setback ROW/SetbackStreet Street
ROW/ Design Site Line Setback Line
Key
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6.110: Shopfront
Source: Google Street View
6.120 Gallery
Example of a Gallery
Example of a Gallery
Example of a Gallery
1. Description
The main façade of the building is set back from the
front design site line and an at-grade covered structure,
articulated with colonnade or arches, overlaps the
sidewalk. The type may be one or two stories. When used
in nonresidential settings, the Shopfront Type is included;
when used in residential settings, Stoops, Dooryards, and
Forecourts may be included as allowed by the zone.
General Note: Photos on this page are illustrative, not regulatory.
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6.120: Gallery
2. Size
Depth, Clear 8' min.
Ground Floor Height, Clear 12' min.
Upper Floor Height, Clear 9' min.
Height 2 stories max.
Gallery Setback from Public ROW 18" min. (clear)
3. Miscellaneous
Habitable space
The Gallery shall also follow the standards for the
Shopfront Frontage Type (6.110).
The Gallery shall have a consistent depth across the entire
front and/or side street façade.
The Gallery is not allowed to project over the public ROW.
The second story of the Gallery may be covered.
Planting is not required. Lighting is required within the
gallery in compliance with Section 21.18.090 (Lighting Design
Standards).
Ramps are required to be integrated along the side of the
building to connect with the Gallery, where applicable.
The Gallery shall be designed in compliance with the
standards in Chapter 7 (Architectural Standards).
Sidewalk Sidewalk
Setback SetbackROW ROW
Street Street
ROW/ Design Site Line Setback Line
Key
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6.120: Gallery
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6.130: Specific to Commercial Building Entries
6.130 Specific to Commercial Building Entries
1. All commercial tenant spaces shall have at least one publicly accessible entry oriented to the public right-
of-way and/or an uncovered public or semi-public outdoor seating area that is at least 15' x 20'.
2. Building entrances shall be inset as needed to match the sidewalk and first floor elevations and not
exceed a 2% maximum cross slope at the entry. All publicly accessible entry doors shall include window(s)
that permit views into the establishment and all commercial entries shall incorporate one or more of the
following treatments:
A. A projecting awning or canopy sheltering the entrance;
B. An 18-inch (minimum) increase in the height of the roof or molding line above the entrance;
C. An 18-inch deep (minimum) break in the wall for a recessed entry that includes distinct paving
materials and sill;
D. Shaped and colored door frames with projecting sills, and/or molded surrounds with lintels; and/or
E. Clerestory or transom windows above and matching the width of the commercial entry.
3. Ground Floor Doors. Ground floor doors to commercial tenant spaces shall have an 18-inch high metal
kickplate at the base, and a high glass to frame ratio (at least 60% of the door shall be glass).
4. Awnings.
A. Awnings shall be 8-feet from their lowest point to the ground and shall not extend more than 6-feet
from the façade of the structure.
B. Awnings shall be comprised of fabric, glass, wood, metal or some combination of such materials.
Vinyl and plastic awnings shall be prohibited. Further, awnings shall be comprised of a single color or
two-color stripes.
5. Tinting and Applied Films. Clear glass (88% light transmission) shall be required for commercial/storefront
windows on the ground floor. If any tinted glazing is used, the tint shall have a blue, green, or grey hue. No
window film shall be permitted except non-reflective clear films when used in combination external and
internal shade devices for heat and glare control.
6.140 Specific to Entries Serving Upper Floors
1. Entrances to uses on upper floors shall use a different frontage type from commercial entries on the
ground floor.
2. Entrances to uses on upper floors shall be distinct from commercial entries on the ground floor by
incorporating at least one of the following elements:
A. A door frame that is at least one foot taller or shorter, but no more than two feet taller or shorter,
than used for ground floor tenant spaces;
B. A recessed entry that is at least one foot deeper than used for ground floor tenant spaces;
C. An awning or canopy, door frame, and hardware (i.e., door handles) which are distinct from those
used for ground floor tenant spaces; and/or
D. Decorative columns supporting an entablature, which includes a cornice or eave above a beam
spanning the columns.
7.010 Purpose
This Chapter sets forth standards that supplement the zone standards to further refine the intended building
form and physical character.
7.020 Applicability
Unless stated otherwise, all subsections within this Chapter apply to all façades of a building, including
front façades, side street façades, side interior façades, and rear façades. Fire walls, visible party walls, and
side interior façades less than 5 feet from a shared design site line are exempt, except where specifically
regulated.
7.030 Architectural Variety Standards
1. New buildings and façade renovations along each block face shall be composed of buildings and/or
modules meeting the standards in this section.
2. Applicability
A. In the T3N, T4N.S, T4N.M, and T4N.L zones: Standards in this section apply to each allowed building
type.
B. In the T4MS, T5N, and T5MS zones: Standards in this section apply to the first 25 feet of building
depth measured from the nearest setback line.
C. Building/module width shall be measured along the adjacent public right-of-way, thoroughfare as
defined by Section 8.040 (Thoroughfares), or large site open space as defined by Section 8.030
(Large Site Open Space), or along the nearest design site line if none of the above listed conditions
apply.
Chapter 7: Architectural Standards
Sections:
7.010 Purpose
7.020 Applicability
7.030 Architectural Variety Standards
7.040 Building Volume and Façade Composition Standards
7.050 Massing Features
7.060 Standards for Exterior Materials
7.070 Privacy Standards
7.080 Bird Safety
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Figure 7.030.1 Architectural Standards for Different Building Widths
Module/Building up to 80' wide
Module/Building over 80' wide and up to
120' wide
Building wider than 120'
Module within a building wider than 120'
3. Building/Module Dimensions, Composition, and Massing Features
A. Buildings/modules up to 80 feet wide shall comply with Section 7.040 (Building Volume and Façade
Composition Standards).
B. Buildings/modules over 80 feet wide and up to 120 feet wide shall:
(1) Comply with Section 7.040 (Building Volume and Façade Composition Standards), and
(2) Include at least one of the massing features identified in Section 7.050 (Massing Features) on
each elevation over 80 feet wide.
C. In the T5N and T5MS zones, buildings/modules over 120 feet wide and up to 160 feet wide shall:
(1) Comply with Section 7.040 (Building Volume and Façade Composition Standards), and
(2) Include at least one massing feature identified in Section 7.050 (Massing Features) on each
elevation over 80 feet wide and at least two on each elevation over 120 feet wide. The same
massing feature may be used more than once on the same elevation.
D. Buildings wider than 160 feet in the T5N and T5MS zones and wider than 120 feet in all other zones
shall be composed of modules meeting the standards in this section.
(1) Modules shall be at least 40 feet wide.
(2) In the T5N and T5MS zones, modules shall be no wider than 160 feet. In all other zones, modules
shall be no wider than 120 feet.
(3) Modules shall comply with the standards applicable to buildings of equivalent width, in
accordance with Subsections 7.030.3.A-C.
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7.030: Architectural Variety Standards
Figure 7.030.2 Example of Differentiation Among Buildings/Modules within the Same Block Face
Typical windows and doors (double-hung windows with classical
surrounds vs. casement windows with simple brick molding)
Shape or profile of architectural detailing (as applied to frontage: classical
panels/moldings/entablature vs. piers/brackets/expression line)
4. Building/Module Character. Each of the following features may be repeated identically on no more
than two buildings or modules along the same block face. The primary wall color and at least two of the
features listed below shall differ between adjacent buildings or modules.
A. Typical windows and doors, including surrounds and sills
B. Balcony assembly (if present), including guards/railings
C. Profile and/or assembly of eave, cornice, or parapet, as applicable
D. Shape or profile of architectural detailing as applied to frontage type
E. Primary wall texture
5. Building/Module Differentiation. Modules in the T4MS, T5N, or T5MS zones shall differ from adjacent
module(s) through at least 6 of the following features:
A. Eave/parapet height (8 inches min. difference)
B. Setback or projection of module's primary façade (2 feet min.)
C. Façade width/total number of bays
D. Presence or absence of bay windows
E. Width of typical bays (8 inches min. difference)
F. Total upper-story fenestration percentage (min. 12% difference)
G. Frontage type (incorporating one or more types not included in adjacent module)
H. Elements used to define base/middle/top, as described in Subsection 7.040.3 (including cornice
treatments, as applicable)
I. Roof slope (4 degree min. difference)
J. Primary wall finish material
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7.030: Architectural Variety Standards
Figure 7.030.3 Example of Differentiation Between Adjacent Buildings/Modules
Eave/parapet height (8" min. difference)
Setback/projection of module's primary
facade (2' min.)
Facade width/total number of bays (4 vs. 7)
Presence or absence of bay windows
Total upper-story fenestration percentage
(12% min. difference)
Frontage Type (Shopfront vs. Common
Entry + Dooryard)
Elements used to define base/middle/top
(simple parapet vs. cornice)
6. Coherence at Corners. Modules that incorporate any outside corner of a building shall include the same
treatment regarding the features listed in this Section on all façades that meet at the corner.
7.040 Building Volume and Façade Composition Standards
1. Frontage Types. Each building or module shall include at least one frontage type, as allowed by the zone.
2. Building Types and Massing. New buildings in the T3N, T4N.S, T4N.M, and T4N.L zones shall comply with
the standards in this Subsection:
A. Massing Types. A massing type shall be selected from the allowed massing type(s) for the selected
building type, as listed in Section 3 of the building type standards. The standards for each massing
type are provided in Section 5.170 (Massing Types).
B. Primary Roof Form and Massing. The primary roof form shall be designed according to the applicable
massing type(s) for the selected building type, subject to the following standards and exceptions:
(1) Any massing type incorporating a gable roof form may be expressed using a hipped roof form.
(2) Massing types incorporating multi-planed gable or hipped primary roof forms shall incorporate
eaves and/or overhangs at least one foot deep on all sides.
(3) Dormers may project above the planes defined by the primary roof form.
(4) Secondary Roof Form. Up to 25% of the building's footprint area may be covered by an
alternative secondary roof form.
(a) Mansard, shed, and flat roofs are allowed as secondary roof forms.
(b) Any flat roof shall include a parapet.
(c) Turret/cone style roof forms are not allowed.
(5) False Roofs. False fronts, applied mansard forms, and other artificial rooflines that do not
connect elevations and are not an integral component of the architectural design are prohibited.
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7.040: Building Volume and Façade Composition Standards
(6) Vents and Ducts. All vents and ducts shall protrude:
(a) Behind the parapet of a flat roof; and/or
(b) Within the upper half of a sloped roof and painted to match the roof surface.
Figure 7.040.1 Example of Base, Middle, and Top Divisions
Base
Middle
Top
3. Base, Middle, and Top. Each building or module shall be composed of a base, middle, and top, in
compliance with Subsections 7.040.3.C-E.
A. Boundaries between base, middle, and top shall be articulated by a cornice, projecting profile/string
course, or other horizontal articulation.
(1) Buildings or modules in which the base comprises one or more full stories and the middle
projects beyond the base by 8 inches or more for at least 60% of the facade width are exempt
from this standard at the boundary between base and middle.
(2) Buildings or modules of three stories or less that incorporate a parapet not exceeding 30 inches
in height, with a parapet cap assembly at least 8 inches in height that projects at least two
inches from the wall finish surface at its greatest extent, are exempt from this standard at the
boundary between middle and top.
B. Elements defining the base, middle, and top shall be consistent across the length of the building or
module as allowed by this Chapter. Massing features identified in Section 7.050 (Massing Features)
are exempt from this standard.
C. Base. The base shall be defined through one of the following two options:
(1) Water Table Treatment. Base shall be defined by material change at the lowest portion of the
building or module.
(a) Any material(s) identified in Subsection 7.060.5.A may constitute the base.
(b) Base material(s) shall be distinct from the primary wall finish material of the middle.
(c) Base material(s) shall extend from grade to at least 8 inches and no more than 54 inches
above grade.
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7.040: Building Volume and Façade Composition Standards
(2) Base Story/Stories. Base shall comprise the lowest story/stories of the building or module.
(a) Base story/stories may also incorporate water table treatment as provided in Subsection
7.040.3.C(1).
D. Middle
(1) The middle shall incorporate the building/module's primary wall color and finish material.
(2) For buildings or modules over three stories in height, the middle shall comprise at least half of
the building or module's stories, not counting any half story or basement.
(a) For buildings with an odd number of stories, this standard shall be satisfied provided that
the middle occupies at least 50 percent of the floor-to-floor height of the fractional story.
E. Top
(1) The top shall include at least one of the following:
(a) Parapet with projecting parapet cap,
(b) Pitched roof with projecting eave and/or rake, or
(c) Cornice.
i. The height and horizontal projection of the cornice shall be no less than 1/20 of the
combined height of the base and middle.
ii. Cornice may be used in combination with a parapet or pitched roof.
(2) The top may include the building/module's uppermost story, provided that a cornice, projecting
profile/string course and change of material or color are expressed on the façade at the floor
level of the uppermost story.
(3) For buildings of three stories or more, the height of the top, not including the height of any
pitched roof above the eave, shall not exceed the height of the base.
(4) Upper stories that are stepped back from the main façade by at least 10 feet do not constitute
the top for the purposes of this Section.
(a) The portion of the façade that is not stepped back shall include its own top in compliance
with this Section.
(b) If the building or module includes upper stories that are stepped back from the main façade
by at least 10 feet, the base shall incorporate the entire lowest story.
4. Ground Floor Tenant Spaces
A. Boundaries between ground floor tenant spaces shall coincide with boundaries between adjacent
modules.
B. Ground floor tenant spaces shall not exceed 50 feet in width where abutting a public right-of-way or
large site open space.
C. A single module may contain multiple tenant spaces.
D. A single tenant may occupy multiple tenant spaces.
E. In the T4MS and T5MS zones, each ground floor tenant space shall include a frontage type.
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Figure 7.040.2 Example of Bay Composition
8-Bay Façade Composition
Corner Element is not counted
5. Bay Composition. Each façade shall be arranged according to a pattern of bays. See Chapter 11
(Measurement Methods) for details on the application bays to façades.
A. Each bay shall be at least 4 feet wide and no wider than 16 feet; except that in the T4MS and T5MS
zones, bays within the building or module's base may be up to 25 feet wide.
B. Each façade segment bounded on either side by an outside corner of the building, a module
boundary, a design site line, or one of the massing features identified in Section 7.050 (Massing
Features) shall contain at least 2 bays and no more than 9 bays.
(1) Massing features identified in Section 7.050 (Massing Features) are not subject to these limits.
C. Bay composition is allowed to differ between the base, middle, and/or top but shall be consistent
within each of these divisions.
D. All bays within a module shall be the same height.
(1) Entry bay(s), corner element(s), and secondary wing(s) as identified in Section 7.050 (Massing
Features) are exempt from this standard.
6. Windows
A. When placed within punched openings, all windows or window groupings shall be recessed at least 2
inches (3 inches in the Downtown Development Plan area) from the outer wall finish surface.
B. When placed within punched openings, all windows or window groupings shall include a sill.
(1) Sill shall project from the wall finish surface by at least one and a half inches.
(2) Sill shall extend beyond the sides of the opening by at least half of the sill height.
(3) Sill shall be sloped toward the exterior.
C. At least 75% of individual windows on each building/module shall be oriented vertically (width no
greater than height). Where used, horizontally-oriented windows shall be ganged with vertically-
oriented windows or doors to form a grouping.
D. Ganged windows shall be separated by visible mullions or jambs; continuous ("ribbon") windows are
not allowed.
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Figure 7.040.3 Windows Example
Vertical windows (width no greater than
height)
Visible mullions or Jambs between ganged
windows
E. Window openings surrounded by masonry finish materials shall be in compliance with the standards
in Subection 7.060.2 (Masonry Openings).
F. Windows on upper floors shall be smaller in size than storefront windows on the ground floor and
shall encompass a smaller proportion of the façade surface area then shopfront windows.
G. Security Gates, Grills, or Bars. Permanent or retractable security gates, grilles or bars are prohibited.
7. Balcony Standards
A. Balconies shall meet the requirements for one of the following types:
(1) Juliet Balcony
(a) Shall be placed in front of inward-swinging door(s) with full glazing.
(b) Shall include a base. Base shall project at least 4 inches from the wall finish surface and shall
be no less than 3 inches in height.
(c) Shall include a guard/railing. Height of guard/railing shall be in compliance with building
code requirements.
(d) In the Downtown Development Plan area, at least 2 brackets are required if balcony projects
more than 6 inches from the wall finish surface and is not part of a porch or gallery.
(2) Occupiable Balcony
(a) Occupiable area shall be no less than 6 feet deep and 48 sf in area.
(b) Occupiable area may be recessed into building façade by up to 54 inches.
(c) Shall include a guard/railing. Height of guard/railing shall be in compliance with building
code requirements.
(d) In the Downtown Development Plan area, at least 2 brackets are required if balcony projects
more than 6 inches from the wall finish surface and is not part of a porch or gallery.
B. Balcony Brackets. Where used, balcony brackets shall comply with the following standards:
(1) Bracket depth shall be no less than 80% of projection depth at bracket.
(2) Bracket height shall be no less than 50% of bracket depth.
(3) Bracket spacing shall be no greater than 6 feet on center.
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Figure 7.040.4 Balcony Examples
Juliet Balcony Occupiable Balcony
Inward-Swinging
Doors
Guard/Railing
Base Brackets
Guard/Railing
Brackets
8. Corner Parcels
A. Buildings located at the intersection of at least two public rights-of-way shall incorporate at least 2 of
the following features at the corner:
(1) A corner element (see Subsection 7.050.1);
(2) An entryway that is oriented toward the corner (not perpendicular to the street);
(3) A commercial storefront that is at least 2-feet taller than the floor-to-ceiling height of any other
ground floor commercial tenant space on the building;
(4) A projecting cornice or eave that is at least 50% deeper than other cornices or eaves used on
the building;
(5) An arcade, gallery, or canopy/trellis that is oriented toward the corner (not perpendicular to the
street);
(6) A balcony (see Subsection 7.040.7);
(7) An art sculpture and/or fountain; and/or
(8) A public or semi-public outdoor seating area (e.g., outdoor seating area for a restaurant) that is
at least 1,000 sf in area.
9. Habitable Outdoor Space
A. Any habitable outdoor space supported by the building structure, including occupiable balconies
(see Subsection 7.040.7.A.2), shall either be uncovered or sheltered according to one of the following
patterns:
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Table 7.040.B: Habitable Outdoor Space Types
Pergola Post and Beam Arched Openings
Rectilinear Textile Shading Sheltered by Main Roof Form
(1) Pergola.
(a) Posts shall be no narrower in any dimension than 3.5 inches or 1/20 of the unbraced post
length, whichever is greater.
(2) Post and Beam with Full Floor/Roof Structure.
(a) Posts shall be no narrower in any dimension than 3.5 inches or 1/20 of the unbraced post
length, whichever is greater.
(b) The distance between posts shall be no wider than the total post height.
(3) Arched Openings with Full Floor/Roof Structure.
(a) Arched openings shall be bounded by columns, piers, or sections of solid wall.
(b) The ratio of column diameter at lowest part of shaft to column height shall be no less than
1:10 and no greater than 1:7.
(c) Width of wall sections or piers at outside corners shall be no less than 1/3 of the opening
width. Piers between multiple arched openings may be narrower.
(4) Rectilinear.
(a) Bounded by square/rectangular piers framing rectilinear wall openings.
(b) If lintels are expressed on the façade, they shall extend over the piers by half the lintel
height at each end.
(c) Piers shall be no narrower in any dimension than 15.5 inches or 1/6 of the opening width,
whichever is greater.
(d) Piers at corners shall be wider than piers between openings.
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(5) Textile Shading.
(a) Shaded by fabric elements, such as awnings or stretched canvas, secured to the building
structure.
(6) Sheltered by Main Roof Form.
(a) Roof covering habitable space is supported by other building volumes.
10. Firewalls and Visible Party Walls. At least one of the following techniques must be applied on firewalls/
visible party walls:
A. Incorporation of windows where building code allows and adequate fire protection can be provided.
B. Gable and hip roofs to vary the height and appearance of party walls.
C. Inset panels.
D. Stepped-back front façade of upper floor(s) to vary the party wall profile.
7.050 Massing Features
1. Corner Elements
A. Corner elements are allowed at the intersection of two or more of the following:
(1) Public right(s) of way;
(2) Thoroughfare(s) as defined in Section 8.040 (Thoroughfares); or
(3) Open space as defined by Section 8.030 (Large Site Open Space).
B. A corner element shall be in compliance with the following standards:
(1) Corner element shall incorporate at least one full story.
(2) Corner element shall coincide with the building/module's middle and/or top;
(3) If corner element extends through the building/module's top, it may exceed the main building
façade height by at least 4 feet and up to 10 feet above the maximum height allowed by the
zone, for a horizontal area up to 20 feet by 20 feet. No corner element shall exceed 75 feet in
height above grade.
(4) If corner element extends through the building/module’s base, it shall contain a ground-floor
entrance.
(5) A corner element may project from the main façade by up to 4 feet. Projections over the right-of-
way are not allowed.
(6) Corner element shall use one of the following profiles (see Figure 7.050.1):
(a) Square
(b) Octagonal
(c) Chamfer
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Figure 7.050.1 Corner Element Profiles
Elevation
Plan
Elevation
Plan
Elevation
Plan
Square
Octagonal
Chamfer
2. Entry Bays
A. An entry bay shall be in compliance with the following standards:
(1) Entry bay shall contain a ground-floor entrance.
(2) Entry bay shall project from the main building façade by at least 2 feet.
(3) Entry bay may exceed the height of the main building façade by up to 10 feet, not to exceed 75
feet above grade.
3. Projecting Volumes
A. Where included, a projecting volume shall project from the adjacent façade by at least 2 feet.
B. A projecting volume shall be at least 2 bays wide and no more than 5 bays wide.
C. A projecting volume shall extend vertically throughout the building or module's middle and may also
extend through the top and/or base.
D. The roof form of a projecting volume shall correspond to that of the volume from which it projects
and shall maintain the same eave height. Gable or hipped forms shall include a roof ridge running
perpendicular to the projecting volume's façade.
4. Wall Insets
A. Where included, a wall inset shall recede from the adjacent façade by at least 2 feet.
B. A wall inset shall be at least 2 bays wide and no more than 5 bays wide.
C. A wall inset shall extend vertically throughout the building or module's middle and top and may also
extend through the base.
D. Gable or hipped roof forms shall break at a wall inset by maintaining the same eave height on all
sides of the wall inset where eaves occur.
E. When extending to the ground plane, wall inset shall incorporate landscaping and/or outdoor
seating.
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5. Secondary Wings
A. Secondary wings are allowed on buildings up to 4 stories.
B. Overall height of each secondary wing shall be 1 story lower than that of the main body to which it
attaches.
C. For buildings up to two stories in height, secondary wing(s) shall be offset from the main body façade
by at least 3 feet unless otherwise indicated by building type or massing type standards.
7.060 Standards for Exterior Materials
1. Durability
A. Exterior timber shall be protected from decay by at least one of the following:
(1) Staining and sealing;
(2) Painting; and/or
(3) Material properties. Pressure treated lumber is not allowed as a façade finish material. The
following types of unpainted wood are allowed:
(a) Teak
(b) Cedar
(c) Redwood
(d) Mahogany
(e) White Oak
(f) Ipe/Brazilian Walnut
(g) Bald Cypress
(h) Black Locust
B. Exterior ferrous metals shall be protected from corrosion by at least one of the following:
(1) Painting or other impermeable coating; and/or
(2) Metallurgical properties. The following types of metal are allowed:
(a) Galvanized steel
(b) Stainless steel
(c) Weathering steel (e.g., COR-TEN)
2. Masonry Openings
A. Wall openings surrounded by masonry finish materials (e.g., stone, brick, CMU) shall be spanned by
one of the following:
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(1) Arch
(a) All joints within the arch shall align with a common point on the opening’s center line.
(b) The arch shall not include a joint on the opening’s center line.
(c) If a keystone is expressed, it shall be centered on the opening’s center line.
(2) Lintel
(a) Height of lintel shall be no less than [1/8] of the opening width.
(b) Lintel shall extend beyond the opening by at least half its height on both sides of the
opening
(c) Lintel shall be taller than the sill/apron
3. Timber Joints. Exterior timber posts and beams meeting at right angles shall be joined by diagonal
bracing or by wooden or metal brackets.
4. Material and Color Changes. Changes in wall finish material or color shall only occur at inside corners.
5. Materials Defining Building Elements
A. Base
(1) For multi-story buildings, the base of the building shall be defined by a distinct finish material
selected from among the following: Stone, brick, concrete, concrete masonry units (CMU), tile, or
stucco (“base material”).
(2) Within the Downtown Development Plan Area, genuine, rather than simulated, materials shall be
used on the ground floor façade of buildings fronting or within 50 feet of any public right-of-way.
(a) Allowed materials: brick, tile, wood, steel, stone, glass, metal, and lime- or cement-based
plaster.
(b) Prohibited materials: simulated and/or painted brick; resin/tile elements resembling wood;
and foam.
B. Middle
(1) Where brick appears as a finish material on the building/module's middle, it must extend
vertically to the upper boundary of the building/module's base.
(2) Where stone appears as a finish material on the building/module's middle, it must extend
vertically to grade.
C. Parapet. Parapets shall terminate in a parapet cap of stone, brick, concrete, tile, metal, or molded
stucco.
D. Bays. Changes in wall finish material shall occur at the boundaries between bays rather than within a
bay.
E. Arcades and Galleries. Arcades shall be supported by columns or piers in concrete/cast stone,
fiberglass, or stucco. Archivolts and imposts shall be expressed using similar materials/appearance.
F. Pavement. Onsite pavement shall be distinct from the public sidewalk in color, material, or pattern.
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G. Firewalls and Visible Party Walls
(1) Exposed surfaces shall be finished in the same palette of materials as the equivalent portions of
the building or module's other façades.
(2) Front façade finish materials, cornices, wall top projections, and moldings shall be continued
across all visible portions of the party wall.
H. Materials Allowed for Building Details/Ornament
(1) Wood
(2) Metal (wrought iron, copper, aluminum, tin)
(3) Glass fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC)/fiberglass
(4) Terra Cotta
(5) Tile
(6) Plaster
6. Material Limitations within the Downtown Development Plan Area
A. Stucco. No more than 50% of the building exterior facing a public right-of-way shall be comprised of
stucco. For the purposes of this calculation, window areas shall be excluded.
B. Concrete. No more than 10% of a building exterior facing a public right-of-way shall be comprised of
concrete.
C. Within the Downtown Development Plan Area, the following are prohibited siding materials:
Corrugated metal, plywood, vinyl, plastic (and plastic laminate), and fiberglass.
7. Colors
A. A maximum of 4 colors shall be applied to each building or module:
(1) 1 primary color comprising 50% or more of the façade.
(2) 1 secondary color comprising no more than 45% of the façade.
(3) 1 tertiary color comprising no more than 20% of the façade.
(4) 1 accent color for use on trim and architectural details.
B. Materials with intrinsic, naturally-occurring coloration shall not count towards this maximum. Such
materials include metal, unpainted wood, tile, stone, brick, and glass. Materials with pre-finished
color (stucco, cement fiberboard, colorized metal) shall count towards the maximum.
C. Changes in color may occur:
(1) To articulate boundaries between base, middle, and top divisions of a building or module.
(2) To articulate a portion of the building as a separate module.
(3) To articulate projecting elements, such as bay windows and balconies.
(4) To articulate a massing feature identified in Section 7.050 (Massing Features).
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7.070 Privacy Standards
1. Intent. These standards are designed to provide privacy between primary living spaces of buildings on
each side of a lot line where side setbacks are required or provided where not required. Windows and
balconies along the side of a building within 20 feet of an interior side lot line in all zones are subject to
these standards.
2. Standards
A. Primary living spaces adjoining an interior side setback shall either:
(1) Orient principal/main windows/glazed openings toward the front and rear of the building, away
from interior side lot lines; or
(2) Set the window/glazing openings:
(a) Perpendicular to interior side lot lines; or
(b) More than six feet from interior side lot lines
B. Windows within 6 feet of an interior side lot line shall either:
(1) Have a minimum sill height of 44 inches; or
(2) Place the window at an angle of at least 30 degrees, measured perpendicular to the adjacent
side lot line.
C. Balconies are prohibited within 6 feet of an interior side lot line.
Figure 7.070.1: Sill Height Standards along Interior Side Lot Line
Privacy Standards Diagram Side Lot LineLot Line
Sideyard Setback Line
Privacy Standards Diagram
Area Within 6' of Lot Line
Principal Window
44" min. Sill Height
No Limitation on Sill Heights (Window at 30° angle)
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7.080 Bird Safety
1. Bird safety treatment is required:
A. On glazed areas within 10 feet of a building corner for non-residential uses;
B. On glazed areas within 15 vertical feet and 20 horizontal feet of any landscaped area, including green
roofs and vegetated courtyards;
C. On parallel panes of glass separated by 30 feet or less, with no intervening walls;
D. On any transparent atrium, free-standing glass feature, or architectural glass element that projects
from the building mass;
E. On glazed areas within 60 feet of grade in a façade with more than 20 percent glazing located within
300 feet of any water body, or within 100 feet of a landscaped area or open space larger than one
acre.
2. Mirrored glass and glazing with a reflective index greater than 20 percent are prohibited on building
facades.
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8.010 Purpose
This Chapter establishes standards to create walkable neighborhoods.
1. Development subject to this Chapter is required to create walkable neighborhoods with a mix of housing,
civic, retail, and service uses within a compact, walkable, and transit-friendly environment.
2. Developments in compliance with this Chapter shall achieve the following goals:
A. Improve the built environment and human habitat;
B. Promote development patterns that support safe, effective, and multi-modal transportation options,
including auto, pedestrian, bicycle, and transit;
C. Promote reductions in vehicle traffic, and support transit by providing for a mixture of land uses,
highly interconnected block and thoroughfare network, and compact community form;
D. Generate or reinforce neighborhoods with a variety of housing types to serve the needs of a diverse
population;
E. Promote the health benefits of walkable environments;
F. Generate pedestrian-oriented and scaled neighborhoods where the automobile is accommodated
but does not dominate the streetscapes;
G. Reinforce the unique identity of Campbell and build upon the local context, climate, and history;
H. Realize development based on the patterns of existing walkable neighborhoods; and
I. Design that suits specific environmental, design site layout, and design constraints unique to the
parcel(s).
Chapter 8: Specific to Large Sites
Sections:
8.010 Purpose
8.020 Walkable Neighborhood Plan
8.030 Large Site Open Space
8.040 Thoroughfares
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8.020 Walkable Neighborhood Plan
1. Applicability. Projects required by Table 3.020.B shall be subject to the requirements for a Walkable
Neighborhood Plan (WNP) as described in this Chapter.
2. Required Walkable Neighborhood Plan Content
A. Each WNP shall include a set of plans that show the proposed physical character of the development,
in plan view:
(1) Boundaries of the proposed development;
(2) Existing and proposed blocks within a 1,500 foot radius of the development boundaries;
(3) New or modified open space(s), in compliance with Section 8.030 (Large Site Open Space);
(4) New or modified thoroughfare(s), in compliance with Section 8.040 (Thoroughfares)Proposed
trees and landscaping along thoroughfares and in large site open space types.
(5) Mapping of proposed zones in compliance with Subsection 8.020.3.D (Remapping of Zones); and
(6) Identification of the proposed buildings or building types and frontage types on each block in
compliance with the zone standards;
(a) As individual needs of a development may change over time, the building types specified in
the WNP may be substituted with other building types allowed by the zone in compliance
with the zone standards.
3. Walkable Neighborhood Plan Standards
A. Thoroughfares and Blocks Required
(1) New blocks within a development are to be created using only the thoroughfares with Section
8.040 (Thoroughfares) or large site open space types in Section 8.030 (Large Site Open Space).
(2) Individual block lengths and the total block perimeter shall be in compliance with the standards
in Table A (Block Size Standards).
(a) The arrangement of new thoroughfares shall provide for the alignment and continuation of
existing or proposed streets into adjoining lands where the adjoining lands are undeveloped
and intended for future development, or where the adjoining lands are undeveloped and
include opportunities for such connections.
(b) Thoroughfares shall be extended to or along adjoining property boundaries to provide a
roadway connection or street stub for development, in compliance with Table A (Block Size
Standards), for each direction (north, south, east, and west) in which development abuts
vacant land.
(c) Right-of-way stubs shall be identified and include a notation that all stubs are to connect
with future thoroughfares on adjoining property and be designed to transition in
compliance with Section 8.040 (Thoroughfares).
(d) New dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs are not allowed.
(3) If a zone that requires building types is mapped onto a block, the block shall be wide enough
to result in two halves of developable design sites in compliance with the design site depth
standards of the zone.
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(4) An attached half-block is allowed to adjoin an existing half-block.
(5) Blocks may be uniquely shaped in compliance with the standards in Table A (Block Size
Standards), and the allowed adjustments in Table 9.020.A (Adjustments to Standards).
Table 8.020.A: Block Size Standards
Context Type Block Length Block Perimeter
Depth of Attached
Half-Block(s)1
Walkable Areas as indicated on the
Form Based Zone Map
500' max.1,800' max.250' max.
All other areas 700' max.1,800' max.500' max.
1 Distance from thoroughfare or public ROW to shared property line
Figure 8.020.1 Block Size
Block Length Half-BlockHalf-BlockBlock Perimeter Design Site
B. Open Space Required
(1) A minimum of 10 percent of the net developable area shall be set aside as large site open space,
after subtracting street and alley rights-of-way. The space(s) shall be designed and built in
compliance with Section 8.030 (Large Site Open Space). One or more large site open space may
be used to meet the required area.
C. Required Mix of Building Types and Private Frontage Types
(1) Where a zone requiring building types is mapped onto more than half of a new block (T3N,
T4N.S, T4N.M, or T4N.L), the WNP shall maintain a mix of at least two different building types
within that block, using only the types allowed in the zone. Half-blocks adjoining existing
development are exempt from this requirement.
(2) Along each block face containing more than one building entrance, the WNP shall maintain a mix
of at least two different private frontage types, using only the types allowed in the zone(s).
D. Remapping of Zones
(1) Allocation of Zones.
(a) The zone(s) identified on the Form-Based Zone Map shall be replaced by one or more zones
in compliance with this subsection.
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(b) The proposed zone(s) shall be selected only from the zones in Table 8.020.B and shall be
mapped on the proposed blocks and any existing blocks in the development according to
the applicable General Plan Land Use Designation(s) in compliance with Table 8.020.B.
(2) Organization of Zones. Zones shall be organized and mapped to design sites in a manner that
responds appropriately to the immediate context, where applicable, in compliance with Table
8.020.C.
(3) Ground Floor Non-residential Requirement. The requirement for and location of required
non-residential ground floor along ROW edges indicated on the Form-Based Zone Map is not
affected by remapping and remains in effect.
Table 8.020.B: Allowed Allocation of Zones by General Plan Land Use Designation
Zone Land Use Designation
LMDR MDR HDR PO-MU N-MU
MHD-
MU
CBD-
MU
GC-
MU
HD-
MU
CC-
MU
TO-
MU PO NC GC
T3N ------------------------------------
T4N.S ---------------------
T4N.M ------
T4N.L ------------------
T4MS ---------------
T5N ---------------------------------
T5MS ---------------------------------
Available zone for the land use designation --- Zone not available for the land use designation
Table 8.020.C: Organization of Zones
Allowed
Zones in
Development
Within 65' of a
single-family
residential land use
Within 65' of
Mobile Home Park,
T3N, or T4N.S
Within 65' of T4N.M
and not adjacent
to commercial
corridor
Adjacent to
commercial
corridor; not within
65' of a single-
family residential
land use, Mobile
Home Park, T3N, or
T4N.S
T3N ---
T4N.S ---
T4N.M 1
T4N.L --- 1
T4MS ---------
T5N --------- 1
T5MS ---------
1 Open sub-zone only
Zone allowed in this location --- Zone not allowed in this location
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E. Stormwater Management
(1) Integrated Design
(a) Stormwater management is required through a system that is integral to the streetscapes
and/or the open space(s) in the development.
(b) The WNP shall identify the area(s) being proposed for managing stormwater. These areas
are required to be a combination of the following:
i. Swale within a planted median;
ii. Swale within a continuous tree planter adjacent to the travel lane;
iii. Pond or other water body; and/or
iv. Areas within large site open space.
(c) The area(s) used for stormwater management is to be designed for both seasonal
temporary on-site retention of stormwater and as open space for the neighborhood(s)
accessible to the public.
(d) Stormwater Treatment Area shall be in compliance with Municipal Regional Permit
requirements.
(2) Stormwater Infrastructure within Thoroughfares
(a) Storm drain pipes within thoroughfares listed in Section 8.040 shall be RCP when 12" in
diameter or larger. Storm drain pipes less than 12" in diameter shall be minimum SDR 35
pipe.
(b) Storm manholes shall be constructed using City standard details for public infrastructure.
Figure 8.020.1 Stormwater Management Diagram
Key
Potential Area for Stormwater Management
Planted Swale
Open Space Graded to also Accommodate Stormwater Retention
Flow Directed to Center of Open Space
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8: Walkable Neighborhood Plan
Divide development area to
create smaller blocks and a
network of interconnected
thoroughfares, see Table A (Block
Size Standards).
Introduce new thoroughfares
from the allowed types in Section
8.040. If rear vehicular access
is desired, introduce alleys to
provide access to design sites
and maintain a continuous
streetscape without the
interruption of driveways.
Identify at least 10% of the
net developable area (calculated
after subtracting street and alley
ROWs) as new open space.
This new space is allowed to
be distributed throughout the
development in compliance with
requirements in Table 8.030.A.
Blocks Circulation Network Open Space321
Select and apply zones to
implement the intended physical
character in compliance with
Subsection 8.020.3.D.
For blocks containing a zone
that requires building types,
select from the allowed building
types in Subsection 3 of each
zone, identify at least 2 building
types, and introduce design
sites1 within each block based on
the minimum required design
site width and depth for each
selected building type.
Show the building types in each
block, and identify the selected
frontage types for each design
site. See Subsection 8 of each
zone.
Zones Design Sites Buildings654
Figure 8.020.3: Walkable Neighborhood Plan Design Process Overview StreetStreet
Street
StreetProperty Boundary
Street
Street
StreetNew Street
New StreetAlley
Alley Alley
Alley StreetStreet
Street
StreetNew StreetNew Street
Street
Street
StreetStreetNew Street
New StreetStreet
Street
StreetNew Street
New StreetAlley
Alley Alley
Alley
Street
Street
StreetStreetNew Street
New Street1 Design site lines may be permanently recorded by the applicant.T4 Neighborhood.Small
T4 Neighborhood.Medium
T4 Main Street
House
Duplex
Multiplex
Neighborhood Courtyard
Main Street Building
Neighborhood Townhouse
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8: Walkable Neighborhood Plan
8.030 Large Site Open Space
1. The WNP shall identify large site open space types in compliance with the following standards and the
standards of Table A (Large Site Open Space Types Overview). One or more large site open spaces shall
be used to provide a minimum of ten percent of the net developable area of the development, after
subtracting street and alley rights-of-way.
2. Each large site open space shall abut and be accessible from a public ROW. At least one entire side of the
open space shall abut the public ROW. The space(s) shall be level with the ROW and not enclosed with
fences or other obstructions.
3. The Paseo thoroughfare type (8.040.5) may be counted as a large site open space type for the first 50
feet of its length, measured from the adjoining public ROW, in compliance with the following:
A. No more than 25% of the paseo surface consists of asphalt or untextured poured concrete;
B. Seating is provided within or adjacent to the paseo at 100' max. intervals; and
C. Landscaping is provided within or adjacent to the paseo at 50' max. intervals.
4. Building Frontage Along or Adjacent to an Open Space. The façades on building design sites attached
to or across a thoroughfare from a large site open space shall be designed as a "front façade(s)" on to the
large site open space, in compliance with Subsection 5 and Subsection 8 of the zone.
5. Public access and visibility is required along public parks and natural open spaces, including creeks and
stormwater management areas, and shall be fronted by:
A. Single-loaded frontage thoroughfares (those with development on one side and open space on the
other);
B. Bike and pedestrian paths; or
C. Other methods of frontage that provide similar access and visibility to the open space, as zone
standards allow, such as through public easements.
6. Large Site Open Space Types Overview. This Subsection identifies the allowed large site open space
types and standards for improvements to existing large site open spaces and for construction of
new large site open spaces. Large site open spaces may be either public or private. See Chapter 10
(Definitions).
Table 8.030.A: Large Site Open Space Types Overview
Zones
Specific
Standards
T3 T4 T5
T3N T4N.S T4N.M T4N.L T4MS T5N T5MS
Green 8.030.7 P P P P -P -
Plaza 8.030.8 ----P -P
Playground 8.030.9 P P P P P P P
Community Garden 8.030.10 P P P P P P P
Passage 8.030.11 P P P P P P P
Key P = Allowed - = Not Allowed
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8.030: Large Site Open Space
7. Green
1. Description
A large space available for unstructured and limited amounts of structured recreation.
2. General Character
Formal or informal with integral stormwater management capacity
Primarily planted areas with paths to and between recreation areas and civic buildings
Spatially defined by tree-lined thoroughfares and adjacent buildings
3. Size and Location
Size 5,000 sf min. with one side at least 50 feet
Thoroughfare required on at least one side of the Green
Façades on design sites attached to or across a thoroughfare from the Green shall "front" onto the
Green on at least two sides.
4. Typical Uses
Uses as allowed by the Zone
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8. Plaza
1. Description
A community-wide focal point primarily for civic purposes and commercial activities.
2. General Character
Formal, urban
Hardscaped and planted areas in formal patterns
Spatially defined by buildings and tree-lined thoroughfares
3. Size and Location
Size 50' x 50' min.
Thoroughfare required on at least one side of the Plaza.
Façades on design sites attached to or across a thoroughfare shall "front" on to the Plaza on all sides.
4. Typical Uses
Uses as allowed by the Zone
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8.030: Large Site Open Space
9. Playground
1. Description
A small-scale space designed and equipped for the recreation of children. These spaces serve as quiet,
places protected from the street and in locations where children do not have to cross any major streets.
An open shelter, play structure(s), or interactive art and fountain(s) may be included. Playgrounds may be
included within all other large site open space types except Community Garden.
2. General Character
Play structure(s), interactive art, and/or fountain(s)
Shade and seating provided
May be fenced
Spatially defined by trees
3. Size and Location
Size 2,000 sf min. with one side of at least 40 feet
4. Typical Uses
Uses as allowed by the Zone
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10. Community Garden
1. Description
A small-scale space designed as a grouping of garden plots available for small-scale cultivation.
Community gardens may be fenced and may include a small accessory structure for storage. Community
Gardens may be included within all other large site open space types except Playgrounds.
2. General Character
Informal or Formal, urban
Combination of planted areas and hardscape
Spatially defined by building frontages and adjacent street trees
Walkways along edges or across space
3. Size and Location
Size 2,500 sq ft min. with one side of at least 50 feet
4. Typical Uses
Uses as allowed by the Zone
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11. Passage
1. Description
A pedestrian pathway that extends from a public sidewalk or large site open space. The pathway is lined
by non-residential shopfronts and/or residential ground floors and pedestrian entries as required by the
zone.
2. General Character
Formal, urban
No accessory structure(s)
Primarily hardscape with landscape accents
Spatially defined by building frontages
Trees and shrubs in containers and/or planters
3. Size and Location
Width (clear)20' min. between buildings, or through buildings as a breezeway
Length 150' max.; unlimited if extending from one public sidewalk or large site open space to
another
Ground floor façades shall be in compliance with façade zone in Subsection 5 and frontages allowed in
Subsection 8 of the zone.
Dooryards, porches, patios, and sidewalk dining shall not encroach into the minimum required width.
4. Typical Uses
Civic and commercial activity as allowed by the zone
Ground floor residential as allowed by the zone
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8.030: Large Site Open Space
8.040 Thoroughfares
1. Thoroughfare(s) and/or large site open space(s) are to be applied to create walkable neighborhoods with
additional routes for vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian circulation.
A. Thoroughfares that pass from one zone to another are required to transition in their streetscape
along the thoroughfare's edges. For example, while a thoroughfare within a more intense zone
(e.g., T5MS) with retail shops may have wide sidewalks with trees in grates, it shall be designed to
transition to a narrower sidewalk with a planting strip within a less intense zone (e.g., T4N.M) with
lower intensity residential building types.
B. The proposed network shall connect to the existing network through pedestrian or multimodal
connections. New thoroughfares shall provide connecting pedestrian and bicycle routes to all
adjacent public, non-limited-access ROWs and dead-end streets.
C. The network can be privately owned but shall be accessible by the general public.
2. Any necessary traffic control devices on vehicular thoroughfares (e.g.. signage, pavement markings, etc.)
shall conform to CA MUTCD standards.
3. All thoroughfares shall be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
4. Alleys
A. Vehicular access to parking may be accommodated though private rear alleys. Alleys may also serve
as routes for waste collection and fire department apparatus access roads, in compliance with the
applicable standards.
B. Design sites adjoining an alley at least 20 feet wide along the rear design site line may be reduced
in depth by a distance equal to the width of the alley. Rear setbacks may be reduced as allowed by
Table 9.020.A (Adjustment to Standards). Front setbacks shall not be reduced.
5. Thoroughfares are intended to generate one contiguous pedestrian network throughout the
development site and adjacent public rights-of-way.
A. Design sites that do not front onto this pedestrian network are not permitted.
B. The pedestrian network shall be composed of sidewalks (6' min. width), thoroughfares as provided in
this Section, and/or large site open spaces as provided in Section 8.040.
C. The pedestrian network shall incorporate ADA accessible crosswalk(s) where pedestrian paths
intersect vehicular travel lanes.
6. Pavement Standards
A. Pavement design for travel lanes and emergency vehicle access lanes within thoroughfare types shall
be prepared by a geotechnical engineer, with a minimum pavement thickness of 4 inches over 6-inch
Class II Aggregate Base.
B. Curb, gutter, and sidewalk shall use a City approved PCC mix design as used for public streets.
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8.040: Thoroughfares
Table 8.040.1: Thoroughfare Overview
This Table provides an overview of the allowed thoroughfare types.
Thoroughfare Type ROW
14'-0"
Curb-to-curb
Right of way
7'-0"9'-0"
Parking Travel
Sidewalk
14'-0"
7'-0"9'-0"
ParkingTravel
Sidewalk
44'-0"
72'-0"
6'-0"
Bike
6'-0"
Bike
Main Street, Parallel Parking. The design consists
of two travel lanes, two bike lanes, on-street parallel
parking, and 11-foot sidewalks with tree wells.
See 8.040.2
67'
14'-0"
Curb-to-curb
Right of way
7'-0"9'-0"Parking Travel
Sidewalk
14'-0"
7'-0"9'-0"ParkingTravel
Sidewalk72'-0"
6'-0"8'-0"6'-0"8'-0"
44'-0"
6'-0"Bike6'-0"Bike
Neighborhood Street, Parallel Parking and Planter
Strip. The design consists of two travel lanes, two bike
lanes, on-street parallel parking, and 6-foot sidewalks
each buffered by a continuous planter strip.
See 8.040.3
67'
12'-0"
40'-0"
Right of way
7'-0"
Yield Lane
7'-0"7'-0"7'-0"
Parking/PlantingSidewalk Parking/Planting Sidewalk
Neighborhood Street, Parallel Parking with Tree
Wells. The design consists of two travel lanes, two bike
lanes, on-street parallel parking alternating with tree
wells, and 6-foot sidewalks.
See 8.040.4
57'
10'-0"
20'-0"
Right of way
Passage
5'-0"
Tree
5'-0"
Tree
IOWA CITY FBC
Passage
Paseo. The design consists of one shared pedestrian
path with landscaping in containers and/or planters.
See 8.040.5
26'-36'
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8.030: Large Site Open Space
A
CC EDD FFE
B
D. Public Frontage Assembly
Standards for Walkable Areas as Indicated on the
Form-Based Zone Map
Drainage Collection Type Curb and gutter
Planter Type 5' x 6' tree wells
Landscape Type Trees at 30' o.c. avg.
Lighting Type Post or column
Walkway Type 11' sidewalk
Curb Type Raised
Curb Radius 10' - 15'
Standards for All Other Areas
Min 5' sidewalk; landscaping and drainage as required by
City standards.
F
A. Application
Local
Movement Type Slow
Design Speed 20-25 mph
B. Overall Widths
Right-of-Way (ROW) Width 67'
Curb-to-Curb Width 45'
C. Lane Assembly
Traffic Lanes 2 @ 10'
Bicycle Lanes 2 @ 4'
Parking Lanes 2 @ 8.5', marked
Medians None
A
B
C
D
E
2. Main Street, Parallel Parking
14'-0"
Curb-to-curb
Right of way
7'-0"9'-0"
Parking Travel
Sidewalk
14'-0"
7'-0"9'-0"
ParkingTravel
Sidewalk
44'-0"
72'-0"
6'-0"
Bike
6'-0"
Bike
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D. Public Frontage Assembly
Standards for Walkable Areas as Indicated on the
Form-Based Zone Map
Drainage Collection Type Curb and gutter
Planter Type 5' continuous planter
Landscape Type Trees at 30' o.c. avg.
Lighting Type Pipe, post, or column
Walkway Type 6' sidewalk
Curb Type Raised
Curb Radius 10' - 15'
Standards for All Other Areas
Min 5' sidewalk; landscaping and drainage as required by
City standards.
F
G
A. Application
Local
Movement Type Slow
Design Speed 20-25 mph
B. Overall Widths
Right-of-Way (ROW) Width 67'
Curb-to-Curb Width 45'
C. Lane Assembly
Traffic Lanes 2 @ 10'
Bicycle Lanes 2 @ 4'
Parking Lanes 2 @ 8.5', marked
Medians None
A
B
C
D
E
14'-0"
Curb-to-curb
Right of way
7'-0"9'-0"
Parking Travel
Sidewalk
14'-0"
7'-0"9'-0"
ParkingTravel
Sidewalk
72'-0"
6'-0"8'-0"6'-0"8'-0"
44'-0"
6'-0"
Bike
6'-0"
Bike
A
C C D FEF GGDE
B
3. Neighborhood Street, Parallel Parking and Planter Strip
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D. Public Frontage Assembly
Standards for Walkable Areas as Indicated on the
Form-Based Zone Map
Drainage Collection Type Valley gutter or sheet flow
Planter Type 5'x6' planter at 50' o.c.
Landscape Type Trees at 50' o.c. avg.
Lighting Type Post or column
Walkway Type Min. 6' sidewalk
Curb Type Rolled or flush
Curb Radius 10' - 15'
Standards for All Other Areas
Min 5' sidewalk; landscaping and drainage as required by
City standards.
F
A. Application
Local
Movement Type Slow
Design Speed 20-25 mph
B. Overall Widths
Right-of-Way (ROW) Width 57'
Curb-to-Curb Width 45'
C. Lane Assembly
Traffic Lanes 2 @ 10'
Bicycle Lanes 2 @ 4'
Parking Lanes 2 @ 8.5', marked
Medians None
A
B
C
D
E
12'-0"
40'-0"
Right of way
7'-0"
Yield Lane
7'-0"7'-0"7'-0"
Parking/
Planting
Sidewalk Parking/
Planting
Sidewalk
A
C EDD FFE
B
4. Neighborhood Street, Parallel Parking with Tree Wells
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8.030: Large Site Open Space
D. Public Frontage Assembly
Standards for Walkable Areas as Indicated on the
Form-Based Zone Map
Design sites fronting onto a Paseo shall apply the side
street building setback standards of the applicable zone
in place of the front building setback standards.
Drainage Collection Type None
Planter Type Raised
Landscape Type Potted Plants, Planters
Lighting Type Pipe, post, or column
Walkway Type Multipurpose path
Curb Type Flush
Standards for All Other Areas
Min 5' sidewalk; landscaping and drainage as required by
City standards.
A. Application
Local
Movement Type Pedestrian, Bicycle,
Emergency Vehicle
Access1
B. Overall Widths
Right-of-Way (ROW) Width 26' min.; 36' max.
Pavement Width Variable1; flush
C. Lane Assembly
Traffic Lanes None
Pedestrian/Bike Path 10' min., unmarked
Emergency Vehicle Access
Route1
26' min.
Parking Lanes None
Medians None
1 Where the paseo is required or intended to allow
emergency vehicle access, paving assembly and clear
width shall meet the applicable standards.
A
B
10'-0"
20'-0"
Right of way
Passage
5'-0"
Tree
5'-0"
Tree
IOWA CITY FBC
Passage
A
B
5. Paseo
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9.010 Purpose
This Chapter provides the procedures and standards for approving certain deviations from specific standards
in the MFDDS for specific situations because of the prescriptive nature of the standards.
9.020 Adjustments to Standards
1. Applicability. The City is allowed to grant an adjustment for only the standards identified in Table A
(Adjustments to Standards).
2. Adjustments to standards will be reviewed with the project subject to the permit processes specified by
Chapter 21.07 (Housing Development Regulations) of the Campbell Municipal Code.
3. Adjustment(s) will be processed only for the topics and numerical amount identified in this Section.
Adjustment of the identified standards in Table A shall be only to the extent necessary to achieve
compliance with the MFDDS.
4. Adjustment requests involving a historic building/feature, protected tree per Chapter 21.32 (Tree
Protection Regulations), and/or utility infrastructure that is not required to be removed, relocated, or
undergrounded) shall be accompanied by existing conditions documentation identifying the feature(s).
Chapter 9: Adjustments to Standards
Sections:
9.010 Purpose
9.020 Adjustments to Standards
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Table 9.020.A: Adjustments to Standards
Administrative Relief Type
Required Criteria (at least one of the
situations applies on the subject property)
Allowed Administrative
Relief and Requirements2
Reference to
Standard
1. Design Site Dimensions
a. Depth or Width
Decrease in the minimum
required or increase in
the maximum allowed
i. The critical root zone of a protected
tree per Chapter 21.32 (Tree Protection
Regulations), utility infrastructure that is
not required to be removed, relocated, or
undergrounded, a body of water identified
by Valley Water, or a historic building/
feature prevents compliance with the
standard.
Up to 25% of the standard Subsection 3 of
the zone
ii. Dimensions of the existing lot, subdivided
prior to January 1, 2023, do not meet the
minimum requirements for any building
type allowed by Subsection 3 of the zone.
Minimum width and depth
for the smallest allowable
design site to be decreased
to match the width and
depth of the existing lot.
Subsection 3 of
the zone
2. Building Setbacks
a. Front1, Side Street1,
Side or Rear
Increase or decrease
in the minimum to
maximum required
setback for a primary
building and/or wing(s)
i. The critical root zone of a protected
tree per Chapter 21.32 (Tree Protection
Regulations), utility infrastructure that is
not required to be removed, relocated, or
undergrounded, a body of water identified
by Valley Water, or a historic building/
feature prevents compliance with the
standard.
Front or side street: up to
25% of the standard
Side: reduced to 3'
Rear: 0' if parking behind
building, in podium or
subterranean garage;
otherwise up to 50% of the
standard
Subsection 5 of
the zone
ii. The existing lot is 70' or less in depth,
preventing compliance with the front and/
or rear setback standard.
b. Façade within Façade
Zone1
Reduction of the
minimum amount of
façade required within or
abutting the façade zone
i. The critical root zone of a protected
tree per Chapter 21.32 (Tree Protection
Regulations), utility infrastructure that is
not required to be removed, relocated, or
undergrounded, a body of water identified
by Valley Water, or a historic building/
feature prevents compliance with the
standard.
Up to 10% of the standard
The horizontal unbuilt
area resulting from this
adjustment is landscaped
per the standards in Section
4.030 (Landscaping and
Lighting).
Subsection 5 of
the zone
1 Standards for private frontage apply [See Chapter 6 (Specific to Private Frontages)], and any adjustment shall not preclude
the application of a private frontage type.
2 Adjustment of the identified standards in Table 9.020.A shall be only to the extent necessary to achieve compliance with the
MFDDS.
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Table 9.020.A: Adjustments to Standards (Continued)
Administrative Relief Type
Required Criteria (at least one of the
situations apply on the subject property)
Allowed Administrative
Relief and Requirements2
Reference to
Standard
3. Building Footprint
a. Size of Main Body1 or
Wing(s)
Increase in the allowed
width or length
i. The critical root zone of a protected
tree per Chapter 21.32 (Tree Protection
Regulations), utility infrastructure that is
not required to be removed, relocated, or
undergrounded, a body of water identified
by Valley Water, or a historic building/
feature prevents applying the maximum
depth and/or width.
Up to 15% of the standard
In T3N, T4N.S., T4N.M.
zones, the wing(s) is one-
story less in height than the
main body.
The building complies with
the setbacks of the zone or
as allowed to be adjusted by
this Section.
Subsection 3 of
the building type
b. Depth of Ground Floor
Habitable Space
i. If existing parcel is less than 100 feet in
depth
20 feet minimum Subsection 4 of
the zone
4. Parking Location
a. Front or Side Street
Setback
Increase or decrease
in the required parking
setback
i. The critical root zone of a protected
tree per Chapter 21.32 (Tree Protection
Regulations), utility infrastructure that is
not required to be removed, relocated, or
undergrounded, a body of water identified
by Valley Water, or a historic building/
feature prevents compliance with the
standard.
ii. The existing parcel is less than 115 feet in
depth.
Up to 25% of the standard
The driveway is in
compliance with the zone
standards.
The ground floor space
remains habitable in
compliance with the zone
standards, as allowed to be
adjusted by this Section.
Subsection 7 of
the zone
5. Open Space
a. Private or Common
Open Space
Reduction in the required
minimum open space
i. The non-rectangular parcel shape results
in less than the required size and area for
open space.
ii. The critical root zone of a protected
tree per Chapter 21.32 (Tree Protection
Regulations), utility infrastructure that is
not required to be removed, relocated, or
undergrounded, a body of water identified
by Valley Water, or a historic building/
feature prevents compliance with the
standard.
Up to 5' of the dimensional
standard or up to 10% of the
required area
Subsection 6 of
the building type
1 Standards for private frontage apply [See Chapter 6 (Specific to Private Frontages)], and any adjustment shall not preclude
the application of a private frontage type.
2 Adjustment of the identified standards in Table 9.020.A shall be only to the extent necessary to achieve compliance with the
MFDDS.
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9.020: Adjustments to Standards
1 Standards for private frontage apply [See Chapter 6 (Specific to Private Frontages)], and any adjustment shall not preclude
the application of a private frontage type.
2 Adjustment of the identified standards in Table 9.020.A shall be only to the extent necessary to achieve compliance with the
MFDDS.
Table 9.020.A: Adjustments to Standards (Continued)
Administrative Relief Type
Required Criteria (at least one of the
situations applies on the subject property)
Allowed Administrative
Relief2
Reference to
Standard
6. Parking Location Setbacks
a. Front or Side Street
Reduction in a required
parking setback.
One or more of the following techniques are
applied, as allowed by this Section:
i. Podium: Parking under primary building is
enclosed and access is only from one side
of the design site for design sites 150' or
less in width. Habitable space, required
in Subsection 4 of the zone as allowed to
be reduced by this Section, is between
the front of the building and the parking
spaces. The parking garage access is not
greater than 10' in width.
Front Parking Setback:
Reduction to 25' behind the
primary building façade.
Side Street Setback:
Reduction to 5' behind the
primary building façade.
Habitable Space: Reduction
in the minimum depth to 25'.
Subsection 7 of
the zone;
Subsection 4 of
the zone
ii. Subterranean Parking: Parking spaces
are located below the adjacent finished
grade of the building to the zone's building
setbacks.
All Setbacks: Reduced to
match the building setbacks
of the zone or as allowed to
be reduced by this Section.
iii. Stacked Parking System: Parking spaces
are arranged in a system that provides up
to 3 spaces in the horizontal area of one
space. The garage access is not greater
than 9' in width.
Front and/or Side Street
Setback: Reduced to be
the same as the primary
building setback.
Reduction in the minimum
habitable space depth to 18'.
7. Block Size Standards
a. Block Length or
Perimeter
i. Preservation of existing building or
buildings, constructed prior to January 1,
2023, within the boundaries of a walkable
neighborhood plan prevents compliance
with the standard.
Maximum block length and
perimeter standards to be
increased to encompass the
building(s) and all setbacks
required by the applicable
zone(s).
Table 8.020.A
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9.010: Purpose
10.010 Purpose
This Chapter provides definitions for specialized terms and phrases used in the MFDDS. All other applicable
definitions in Article 6 (Definitions) of Title 21 apply.
10.020 Definitions
A. Definitions
Abutting. Having a common property line or district boundary, or separated by a private or public street
or easement.
Access or Service Drive. A public or private way of paving or right-of-way of not more than 30 feet
affording means of access to property.
Access Frontage or Service Road or Street. A public or private street or right-of-way of not less than
minimum standards as specified by the subdivision ordinance of Campbell's affording means of access to
property.
Addition. The enlargement of an improvement accomplished by appending a new improvement.
Adjacent. Sharing a common design site line, or having design site lines separated only by an alley.
Adjacent Buildings. Two or more buildings located upon adjacent design sites.
Alley. A public or private way to be used primarily for vehicular access to the back or side of a design site
of real property that otherwise abuts a street, thoroughfare, or pedestrian route.
Alter. To create physical change in the internal arrangement of rooms or the supporting members of a
structure, or a change in the external appearance of any structure, not including painting.
Architectural Feature. Exterior building element intended to provide ornamentation to the building
massing including, but not limited to: eaves, cornices, bay windows, window and door surrounds, light
fixtures, canopies, and balconies.
Attached Building or Structure. Any building or structure which is structurally a part of or has a
common wall and/or continuous roof with a primary building or structure, except where such connection
is a breezeway or walkway incidental to and not a necessary part of the construction of the primary
building.
Awning. A roof or cover which projects from a wall of a building over a window or door, made of canvas,
aluminum, or similar material, which may be fixed in place or be retractable.
Chapter 10: Definitions
Sections:
10.010 Purpose
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B. Definitions
Basement. Shall mean the same as provided by Chapter 21.72.
Bay. Any division of a building between vertical lines or planes that run entirely through solid
components of the building, including the entire space between consecutive structural supports.
Bay Window. An architectural projection from the building cantilevered from the façade, consisting of
one or more stories in height, containing at least 60 percent glass area. Window opening that includes an
opening on each side.
Bird-safe Pattern. A pattern on the glass intended to reduce bird collisions. The pattern must be visible
to birds from the exterior of the building and have lines, circular, or square markers at least 0.25 inches in
width or diameter, spaced at most four inches apart vertically and two inches apart horizontally.
Bird Safety Treatment. Building treatments or methods to reduce the likelihood of bird collisions. These
treatments must include at least one or a combination of the following - exterior screens, louvers, grilles,
shutters, or bird-safe patterns as recommended by the American Bird Conservancy.
Block. An area of land separated from other areas by adjacent streets, railroads, rights-of-way, public
areas, or the subdivision boundary.
Block Face. The aggregate of all the building façades on one side of a block. The block face provides the
context for establishing architectural harmony.
Block Length. The horizontal distance from the thoroughfare or open space on one end of the block to
the thoroughfare or open space on the other end along the same thoroughfare or open space.
Block Perimeter. The aggregate of all sides of a block bounded by the abutting thoroughfares and/or
open spaces.
Block-Scale, Building. A building that is individually as large as a block or individual buildings collectively
arranged along a street to form a continuous façade as long as most or all of a block.
Building. A structure consisting of one or more foundations, floors, walls, and roofs that surround an
interior space, and may include exterior appurtenant structures including, but not limited to, porches
and decks.
Buildable Area. The horizontal area in which a building is allowed to be constructed.
Building Elements. Roofs, parapets, cornices, eaves, rafters, walls, lintels, openings, building base, and
other typical elements.
Building Elevation. The exterior wall of a building not adjacent to a public right-of-way, the front or side
along a private street, or open space.
Building Entrance. A point of pedestrian ingress and egress to the front of a building along the sidewalk
of the street immediately adjacent to the building.
Building, Existing. See "Structure, Existing."
Building Façade. The exterior wall of a building.
1. Building Façade, Front. The exterior wall of a building adjacent to a front design site line.
2. Building Façade, Side Street. The exterior wall of a building adjacent to a side design site line.
3. Building Façade, Interior Side. The exterior wall of a building adjacent to the interior design site
line(s).
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4. Building Façade, Rear. The exterior wall of a building opposite the front design site line.
Building Form. The overall shape and dimensions of a building.
Building Frontage. The façade(s) along the front and side street of the design site.
Building Frontage, Principal. The façade along the front of the design site, typically the narrower of
sides and identified by an address.
Building, Primary. The building that serves as the focal point for all activities related to the principal use
of the design site.
Building, Setback. See "Setback, Building."
Building Type. A structure defined by its combination of configuration, disposition, and function.
C. Definitions
Ceiling Height, Ground Floor. The height from finished floor to finished ceiling of primary rooms on the
ground floor, not including secondary rooms which include, but are not limited to: bathrooms, closets,
utility rooms, and storage spaces.
Ceiling Height, Upper Floor(s). The height from finished floor to finished ceiling of primary rooms on
the floor(s) above the ground floor, not including secondary rooms which include, but are not limited to:
bathrooms, closets, utility rooms, and storage spaces.
Cellar. That portion of a building between floor and ceiling which is wholly or partly below grade and
so located that the vertical distance from grade to the floor below is equal to or greater than the
vertical distance from grade to ceiling. A cellar shall not be counted as a story, for the purpose of height
standards.
Center. Concentration of ground floor shopping, restaurants, and services, with additional offices and
housing located above, within a Walkable Urban context.
Chamfered. A transitional edge between two faces of an object. Sometimes defined as a form of bevel, it
is often created at a 45° angle between two adjoining right-angled faces.
Chamfered Façade Corner. An external wall of a building joining two perpendicular exterior walls,
typically at a symmetrical, 45 degree angle creating a beveled edge to the building rather than a 90
degree corner.
Common Courtyard. An entry court, forecourt, or courtyard shared by multiple residential units or
commercial spaces.
Corner Element. A physical distinction in a building at the corner of two streets or a street and public
space.
Corner Entry. An entrance located on the corner of a building.
Corner, Inside. A corner where the mass of the building occupies two hundred twenty-five degrees or
more of a circle oriented perpendicular to the corner.
Corner, Outside. A corner where the mass of the building occupies one hundred thirty-five degrees or
less of a circle oriented perpendicular to the corner.
Cornice. The crown molding of a building or element.
Cottage Court. See Section 5.070 (Cottage Court).
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Courtyard (syn. Court). An unroofed area that is completely or partially enclosed by walls or buildings
on at least two sides and often shared by multiple residential units or non-residential units, not including
off-street parking. See Subsection 11.030.3.A.(4) for measurement method.
Courtyard Building, Neighborhood and Core. See Section 5.120 (Neighborhood Courtyard) and
Section 5.150 (Core Courtyard).
Crawl Space. A shallow unfinished uninhabitable space beneath the floor or under the roof of a building,
that provides access to utility, structural, and other building components not readily accessible from the
habitable portions of the building.
D. Definitions
Depth, Ground-Floor Space. The distance from the street-facing façade to the rear interior wall of the
ground-floor space available to an allowed use.
Depth-to-Height Ratio. The relationship of the depth of a space measured perpendicular to a building
divided by the average height of the buildings adjacent to the space.
Design Site. A parcel or portion of land within a parcel, delineated from other design sites and/or parcels,
to accommodate one primary building or building type. Design sites are treated like parcels for the
purpose of applying development standards, but are not required to be legally subdivided into individual
parcels. See Figures 3.020.1, 3.020.2, and 8.020.3.
1. Design Site, Corner. A design site located at the intersection of two or more thoroughfares, open
spaces, pedestrian ways, or any combination of the above, where they intersect at an interior angle
of not more than 135 degrees. If the intersection angle is more than 135 degrees, the design site is
considered an interior design site.
2. Design Site, Flag. A design site not meeting minimum design site width standards where abutting
a public or private street, and where access to the public or private street is provided by means of a
long, narrow driveway between abutting design sites.
3. Design Site, Interior. A design site abutting only one thoroughfare, open space, or pedestrian way,
or two of these that intersect at an angle greater than 135 degrees.
4. Design Site, Through. A design site that abuts a non-limited-access thoroughfare, open space, or
pedestrian way along two or more design site lines that do not intersect.
Design Site Area. The total square footage or acreage of horizontal area included within the design site
lines.
Design Site Depth. The horizontal distance between the front design site line and rear design site line of
a design site measured perpendicular to the front design site line.
Design Site Line. A segment of the perimeter of a design site.
1. Design Site Line, Front.
a. In the case of an interior design site, any design site line that abuts a thoroughfare, open space,
or pedestrian way;
b. In the case of a corner design site, the shortest design site line that abuts a thoroughfare, open
space, or pedestrian way, or all such design site lines if measurements are equal;
c. In the case of a through design site, each design site line that abuts a thoroughfare, open space,
or pedestrian way.
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2. Design Site Line, Rear.
a. In the case of an interior or corner design site with only one front design site line, the design site
line furthest from the front design site line.
b. In the case of a through design site or any other design site with more than one front design site
line, none of the design site lines are rear design site lines.
3. Design Site Line, Side Street.
a. In the case of an corner design site, any design site line that abuts a thoroughfare, open space,
or pedestrian way and is not a front design site line.
4. Design Site Line, Side. Any design site line that is not a front, rear, or side street design site line.
Design Site Width. The horizontal distance between the design site lines measured perpendicular to the
front design site line.
Detached. Separate or unconnected.
Development Site. The parcel(s) or portion(s) thereof on which proposed structures and improvements
are to be constructed.
Distance Between Entries. The horizontal distance between entrances to a building or buildings,
measured parallel to the façade.
Driveway. A vehicular lane within a design site, or shared between two design sites, leading to a garage,
other parking, or loading area, a fire truck turnaround, trash pickup, loading, similar activities, or
maneuvering to the activities listed.
Duplex Side-by-Side. See Section 5.050 (Duplex Side-by-Side).
Duplex Stacked. See Section 5.060 (Duplex Stacked).
Dwelling, Multiple. A building designed or used for three or more dwelling units.
Dwelling Unit, Stacked. A dwelling unit situated immediately above or below another dwelling unit.
E. Definitions
Eave. The edge of the roof that overhangs the face of the adjoining wall. The bottom of the eave can
range from exposed rafters (“open eave”) to a finished horizontal surface (“closed eave”).
Elevated Ground Floor. A ground floor situated above the grade plane of the adjacent sidewalk.
Encroachment. Any architectural feature, structure, or structural element—including, but not limited to,
a gallery, fence, garden wall, porch, stoop, balcony, bay window, terrace, or deck—that breaks the plane of
a vertical or horizontal regulatory limit by extending: into a setback.
Entablature. (syn. Expression Line). A horizontal, continuous lintel on a classical building supported by
columns or a wall, comprising the architrave, frieze, and cornice.
Entry. An opening, including, but not limited to, a door, passage, or gate, that allows access to a building.
1. Entry, Primary. The opening that allows access to a building directly from the sidewalk along the
front façade.
2. Entry, Service. An entrance located toward or at the rear of the building intended for the delivery of
goods and removal of refuse.
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Façade. See "Building Façade."
Façade Zone. The area between the minimum and maximum setback lines along the front of a design
site and along the side street of a corner design site where the building façade is required to be placed.
The zone standards identify the minimum amount of façade to be placed in the façade zone. See
Subsection 11.020.1 for measurement method.
Finish Level, Ground Floor. Height difference between the finished floor on the ground floor and the
adjacent sidewalk. In the case of a terrace frontage that serves as the public right-of-way, the floor finish
level is the height of the walk above the adjacent street. Standards for ground floor finish level for ground
floor residential uses do not apply to ground floor lobbies and common areas in multi-unit buildings.
Flex Space. A room or group of internally connected rooms designed to accommodate an evolution of
use over time in response to an evolving market demand. Typically designed to accommodate future
commercial uses, while accommodating less intense short-term uses, including, but not limited to,
residential or live/work, until the commercial demand has been established.
Floorplate. An area measurement in square feet of either the gross or the rentable floor area of a typical
floor in a building.
Floorplate, Commercial. The square footage area measurement of a floorplate dedicated to commercial
uses.
Floorplate, Non-residential. The square footage area measurement of a floorplate dedicated to non-
residential uses.
Floorplate, Residential. The square footage area measurement of a floorplate dedicated to residential
uses.
Footprint Area. The total square footage contained within a footprint.
Footprint, Building. The outline of the area of ground covered by the foundations of a building or
structure.
Forecourt. See Section 6.080 (Forecourt).
Form-Based Zone (syn. Transect Zone). One of several zones mapped on the Form-Based Zone Map.
Fourplex. See Section 5.080 (Fourplex).
Freestanding Wall. A wall that is separate from a building and supported by independent means.
Front. See "Design Site Line, Front."
Front Loaded. (Front Access). Design sites that provide vehicular access from the front of the design site.
Frontage, Private. The area between the building façade and the back of the sidewalk abutting a street
(public or private) or large site open space along the front and side street of a design site.
Frontage, Public. The area including the on-street parking and the back of the sidewalk along the front
and side street of a design site.
Frontage Type. A physical element configured to connect the building façade to the back of the sidewalk
abutting a street or large site open space depending on the intended physical character of the zone.
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G. Definitions
Gable. A vertical wall in the shape of a triangle formed between the cornice or eave and the ridge of the
roof.
Gallery. See Section 6.120 (Gallery).
Ganged. Refers to windows designed/found in an array of two or more.
Glazing. Openings in a building in which glass is installed.
Grade. The finished ground level at any point along the exterior walls of a structure. Where walls are
parallel to and within five feet of a sidewalk, alley or other public way, the level above ground shall be
measured at the elevation of the sidewalk, alley or public way. Also see "Grade, Finished."
Grade, Finished. The final ground surface elevation after the completion of grading or other site
preparation related to a proposed development that conforms to an approved Grading Permit or
Building Permit. In cases where substantial fill is proposed, "finished grade" shall be established by the
Director consistent with design sites in the immediate vicinity and shall not be, nor have been artificially
raised to gain additional structure height. Also see "Grade."
Grade, Pre-Development. The grade of a design site prior to any site improvements related to the
proposed development.
Grading. Earthwork performed to alter the natural contours of an area.
Gross Floor Area. The total floor area inside the building envelope, including the external walls, but not
including the roof.
Ground Floor. The floor of a building located nearest to the level of the ground around the building.
H. Definitions
Habitable Space. The portion of a building that is suitable for human occupancy.
Half-Block. An area bounded on multiple sides by thoroughfares and/or open spaces and on at least one
side by one or more property lines.
Hardscape. Paving, decks, patios, and other hard, non-porous surfaces.
Height
1. Height, Number of Stories. The number of stories in a structure allowed above adjacent finished
grade. See "Stories."
2. Height, Overall. The vertical distance between adjacent finished grade and the highest part of the
structure directly above. See Subsection 11.020.8 for measurement method. Structures and rooftop
equipment that do not provide additional floor space shall be allowed to exceed the overall height
limit in accordance with Chapter 21.18.050 (Exceptions to Height Provisions).
3. Height, Highest Eave/parapet. The vertical distance between adjacent finished grade and the
highest eave or bottom of a parapet on a building. See Subsection 11.020.10 for measurement
method.
4. Height, Highest Top Plate. The vertical distance between adjacent finished grade and the highest
top plate of the building, not including parapet. See Subsection 11.020.8 for measurement method.
House. See Section 5.040 (House).
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House-Scale Building. A building that is the size of a small-to-large house and detached from other
buildings, typically ranging from 24 feet to as large as 80 feet overall, including wings.
I. Definitions
Impervious. The area of any surface that prevents the infiltration of water into the ground including, but
not limited to, roads, parking areas, concrete, and buildings.
Improved. An area which has been paved or planted and is permanently maintained as such.
Improvement. The product of any modification to a site structure or building, not including maintenance
or repairs.
Infill. The development of vacant land that was bypassed by earlier waves of development and is now
largely surrounded by developed land.
J. Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter J are defined at this time.
K. Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter K are defined at this time.
L. Definitions
L-Shaped (syn. Ell). A horizontal form for the main body of a building or a massing composition, also
referred to as an "Ell" which is an extension at a right angle to the length of a building.
Landing. A level area at the top or bottom of a staircase or between one flight of stairs and another.
Lintel. A horizontal architectural member spanning and usually carrying the load above an opening.
Live/Work. An integrated housing unit and working space, occupied and utilized by a single household
in a structure, either single-unit dwelling or multiple-unit dwelling, that has been designed or structurally
modified to accommodate joint residential occupancy and work activity, and which includes:
1. Complete kitchen space and sanitary facilities; and
2. Working space reserved for and regularly used by one or more occupants of the unit.
Loading Spaces, Off-street. Permanently improved and maintained areas on the design site dedicated
to loading and unloading of materials, equipment, and merchandise.
Lot. A unit of real property having boundaries established by the official County tax map.
1. Lot, Corner. A lot with two or more lot lines that intersect.
2. Lot, Flag. A lot not meeting minimum lot frontage requirements and where access to a public or
private street is provided by means of a long, narrow driveway between abutting lots.
3. Lot, Through. A lot which abuts public, non-limited-access rights-of-way along two or more lot lines
that do not intersect.
Lot Area. The total square footage or acreage of horizontal area included within the lot lines.
Lot Coverage. The portion of the lot expressed as a percentage that is covered in buildings and
accessory structures.
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M. Definitions
Main Body. The primary massing of a primary building. See Subsection 11.030.3.A.(1) for measurement
method.
Main Façade. The front façade of a building.
Main Street Building. See Section 5.160 (Main Street Building).
Major. Having a greater size, scope, effect, characteristic, or quality relative to the other corresponding
sizes, scopes, effects, characteristics, or qualities; or being the greater of two or more.
Maker Shopfront. See Section 6.100 (Maker Shopfront).
Massing. The overall shape or arrangement of the bulk or volume of a building and structures.
Median. A planted or paved area which separates two roadways or divides a portion of a road into two
or more lanes.
Minor. Having a lesser size, scope, effect, characteristic, or quality relative to the average size, scope,
effect, characteristic, or qualities; or being the lesser of two or more.
Multiplex. See Section 5.130 (Multiplex).
Multi-Unit Building. A residential, non-residential, or mixed-use building in which there exists three
or more separate units with direct exterior access and in which there are appurtenant shared facilities.
Distinguishing characteristics of a multi-tenant building or use may, but need not, include common
ownership of the real property upon which the building or use is located, common wall construction, and
multiple occupant use of a single structure.
N. Definitions
Neighborhood Center. A walkable environment that provides a mix of civic, institutional, and/or
commercial uses.
Net Developable Area. The total area of land available for development, after excluding easements and
thoroughfares, drainage land, and land used for other public facilities.
New Construction. Structures for which the "start of construction" commenced on or after the effective
date of the MFDDS.
O. Definitions
Off-Street Parking. The area(s) located on a design site available for temporary storage of passenger
vehicles, including a public or private parking lot where parking is the principal use of the property.
Open Space.
1. Private Open Space. An outdoor area for the private enjoyment of a single residential unit (e.g.,
outdoor yard areas, patios, decks, and balconies).
2. Common ("Shared") Open Space. An outdoor portion of a development held in common and/
or single ownership, that is not reserved for the exclusive use or benefit of an individual tenant or
owner at all times, and is available for use by all residents or employees of the building or parcel. This
area may be grade, on a podium level, or on the roof of the building. The terms common open space,
and shared open space are interchangeable for the purposes of this code.
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3. Large Site Open Space. An outdoor area adjacent to, level with, and not enclosed with fences or
other obstructions on the side of the open space area where it abuts, a public right-of-way. Large
Site Open Space areas shall also meet the requirements of Section 8.030 (Large Site Open Space)
and shall be provided as either a public or private space as follows:
a. Large Site Open Space, Shared. An outdoor area for the shared enjoyment of all uses onsite
that shall remain open and between the hours of 7 AM and 9 PM, 7 days a week.
b. Large Site Open Space, Public. An outdoor area with a recorded easement granting perpetual
access for the enjoyment of the public that shall remain open between the hours of 7 AM
and 9 PM, 7 days a week, and shall be maintained at no public expense. The property owner
shall have the right to close access to the public open space area for emergency repairs and/
or maintenance provided immediate written notice is given to the city and the duration of the
closure is only for the completion of the emergency repairs and/or maintenance. The property
owner of a public open space meeting this definition shall be solely liable and shall, to the
fullest extent permitted by law, hold harmless and indemnify the City of Campbell, its officers,
agents, and employees from any and all damage, injury, or loss caused occasioned by any act or
negligence in respect to the design, construction, use or maintenance of the space. The city, at
its discretion, may require certain signage to be installed notifying the public of the public open
space.
Open Structure. An accessory structure having a roof constructed of lattice or other roof material which
allows light and air to pass through a minimum of 50 percent of the roof surface. Additionally, the sides
of an open structure consist only of support posts and decorative or functional elements including,
but not limited to, braces and railings such that light and air can pass through a minimum of 75 percent
of each side. Open structures include but are not limited to trellises, trellis-like patio covers, and other
shade structures. Play structures do not qualify as open structures, but are regulated as minor or major
accessory structures.
Open Sub-Zones. See Section 2.030 (Sub-Zones).
Oriel Window (syn. Upper Story Bay Window). A window that projects from the building façade or
elevation, located on upper floors and may extend for multiple stories.
Overhead Doors. Doors constructed in horizontally hinged sections that are equipped with hardware
that rolls the sections into an overhead position, clear of the opening.
P. Definitions
Parapet. A low wall along the edge of a roof or the portion of a wall that extends above the roof line.
Parcel (syn. Lot). A portion of land separate from others and delineated or described as a single integral
unit on a subdivision map or by other map approved in compliance with the Subdivision Map Act (§66410
et seq.).
Parking Driveway Width. The horizontal measurement of an access driveway to a parking area,
measured perpendicular to the direction of travel.
Parkway. That portion of a public right-of-way located between the outermost curb-lane driving lane and
the farthest edge of the right-of-way.
Passageway. A pathway unobstructed clear to the sky and extends from a street to one entrance of the
accessory dwelling unit.
Pedestrian Circulation Network. (syn. Pedestrian Way). A network of on-site pathways intended
primarily for pedestrian use, that provide access between the public ROW and design site(s).
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Pedestrian Shed. An area centered on a destination including, but not limited to, a public open space,
civic building, or main street. Its size is limited by an average distance that may be traversed at an easy
walking pace in a given amount of time from its center to its edge, about 1,500 feet. Pedestrian sheds are
used for planning Walkable Urban areas.
Pedestrian Orientation. A physical structure or place with design qualities and elements that contribute
to an active, inviting, and pleasant place for pedestrians that typically includes most of the following
elements:
1. Building façades that are highly articulated at the street level, with interesting uses of material, color,
and architectural detailing, located directly behind the sidewalk;
2. Visibility into buildings at the street level;
3. A continuous sidewalk, with a minimum of intrusions into pedestrian right-of-way;
4. Continuity of building façades along the street with few interruptions in the progression of buildings
and stores;
5. Signs oriented and scaled to the pedestrian rather than the motorist; and/or
6. Pedestrian orientation may also include: design amenities related to the street level including, but
not limited to, awnings, paseos, and arcades; landscaping and street furniture.
Pedestrian Way. See "Pedestrian Circulation Network."
Podium. A continuous projecting base or pedestal under a building often occupied by parking.
Podium Top. A flat, elevated and open area above a podium that can be used as common area.
Porch. A covered shelter projecting in front of the entrance of a building.
1. Porch, Engaged. See Section 6.040 (Porch Engaged).
2. Porch, Projecting. See Section 6.050 (Porch Projecting).
Pre-Development Grade. The grade of a design site prior to any site improvements related to the
proposed development.
Primary Building. See "Building, Primary."
Primary Massing. The massing of the largest portion of a building.
Primary Wall Material/Color. Any wall finish material or color that occupies more than 50 percent of the
façade.
Private Street. Any street not a public street.
Public Safety Building. Buildings for public utility uses including substations, fire stations, police
stations, hospitals, and similar uses.
Public Property. Any property publicly owned outside of the designated public right-of-way.
Public Street. A street for which the right-of-way is owned by or offered for dedication to the public and
accepted by the City.
Q. Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter Q are defined at this time.
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Rake. The sloped end portion of a roof. Rakes may be close to, or extend from the building to allow for an
overhang. Roof rakes can be exposed or closed.
Rear. Opposite of front.
Rear-Loaded (syn. Rear Access). Vehicular access from the rear of the design site.
Recessed Entry. An entrance to a building that is set back from the façade of the building.
Renovation
1. A structural change to the foundation, roof, floor, or exterior of load-bearing walls of a facility, or the
extension of an existing facility to increase its floor area.
2. Alteration of an existing facility including, but not limited to, significantly changing its function, even if
such renovation does not include any structural change to the facility.
3. Remodeling of the building interior or exterior.
Right-of-Way (ROW). Land dedicated to transportation purposes and/or use by the general public.
Rowhouse. See Section 5.090 (Neighborhood Townhouse) and Section 5.140 (Core Townhouse).
S. Definitions
Service Entries. Building access for service providers.
Setback. The distance by which a structure, parking area, or other development feature is separated
from a design site line, other structure, or development feature. Front and side street setbacks are
addressed in "Façade Zone."
1. Setback, Rear. An area extending the full width of the design site between a rear design site line and
the primary structure.
2. Setback, Side. An area between a side design site line and the primary structure extending between
the front and rear setback.
Setback, Building. The mandatory clear distance between a design site line and a building.
Setback, Parking. The mandatory clear distance between a design site line and parking.
Shared Parking. Any parking spaces assigned to more than one user, where different persons utilizing
the spaces are unlikely to need the spaces at the same time of day.
Shopfront. See Section 6.110 (Shopfront).
Shopfront Base. A very low wall , that does not include glass, between the display window(s) of a
shopfront and the adjacent sidewalk.
Sidewalk. A paved area along a street intended exclusively for pedestrian use and often installed
between a street and design site frontages.
Single-Loaded, Building. A building containing dwellings and/or commercial units without common
hallways for access to the dwellings and/or units.
Special Architectural Elements. Church spires; belfried cupolas and domes; monuments; corner or
entry towers on residential units; and other similar architectural elements.
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Stacked Parking. An on-site parking arrangement in which a parking space is positioned above or below
another parking space and is accessed by means of an elevating device.
Street, Front. Street located along the front design site line of a parcel.
Street, Side. Street located along a design site line of a parcel that is not along the front design site line.
Stoop. See Section 6.070 (Stoop).
Storefront. The majority portion of a shopfront frontage that consists of the display window and/or
entrance and its components, including windows, doors, transoms, and sill pane.
Story. The portion of a building included between the surface of any floor and the surface of the next
floor above it, or if there is no floor above, the space between the floor and the ceiling above.
1. Story, First. The lowest story or the ground story of any building, the floor of which is not more than
12 inches below the average contact ground level at the exterior walls of the building.
2. Story, Half (syn. Attic Story). A space that is primarily underneath the slope of the roof, with its
top wall plates, on at least two opposite exterior walls, up to four feet above the floor of the space,
usually having dormer windows. The half story is identified by the ".5" in the description of maximum
height (e.g., 2.5).
3. Story, Mezzanine. A story which covers one-third or less of the area of the story directly underneath
it. A mezzanine story shall be deemed a full story when it covers more than one-third of the area of
the story directly underneath said mezzanine story.
Street. A public or permanent private thoroughfare which affords a primary means of access to design
site(s).
1. Street, Front. The street located along the front design site line. For a Through lot, the street
located along the front of the lot and the street located along the other street opposite the front
street.
2. Street, Side. Street located along a design site line that is not the front design site line
Street Frontage. The lineal length of that portion of a design site abutting a street.
Street Frontage, Principal. The length of the property line of any one premise parallel to and along the
public right-of-way which it borders and which is identified by an officially assigned street address.
Streetscape Treatment. Area which is required to be improved in compliance with the most recent
version of the City of Campbell Streetscape Standards and/or any applicable Area Plan.
Street Tree. A tree planted in open spaces, parkways, sidewalk areas, easements, streets, and rights-of-
way.
T. Definitions
Tandem Parking. A parking space deep enough to allow two cars to park, one behind the other.
Through Lot. A lot or assemblage of lots which abut a public right-of-way along two or more lot lines that
do not intersect. On a through lot, all lot lines that abut the right-of-way shall be deemed front lot lines.
Thoroughfares. A way for use by vehicular, pedestrian, and/or bicycle traffic that provides access to
design sites and open spaces. Thoroughfares include public streets.
Townhouse, Neighborhood and Core. See Section 5.090 (Neighborhood Townhouse) and Section 5.140
(Core Townhouse).
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Transect. A cross-section of the environment showing a range of different habitats. The Natural-to-
Urban Transect of the human environment is divided into multiple transect zones that describe the
physical form and character of a place according to the intensity of its land use and urbanism.
Transect Zone. See "Form-Based Zone."
Transom. Refers to a window; a window above a door or other window built on and commonly hinged to
a transom.
Turf. A surface layer of earth containing mowed grass with its roots.
U. Definitions
Understory. The smaller trees and shrubs below the canopy of large trees.
Unit. See "Dwelling Unit."
Upper Floor. A floor in a building containing habitable space that is located above the ground floor.
Usable Open Space. Common or private open space, excluding the following:
1. Required front setbacks;
2. Areas devoted to parking, driveways, and maneuvering areas;
3. Open space at grade less than 10 feet in its minimum dimension; and
4. Patios, balconies, or decks less than five feet in their minimum dimension.
V. Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter V are defined at this time.
W. Definitions
Walkable Neighborhood Center. A walkable urban environment that provides a concentrated mix of
civic, institutional, and/or commercial uses.
Walkable Neighborhood Plan (WNP). A development plan for creating walkable urban environments
with a mix of housing, civic, retail, and service choices within a compact, walkable, and transit-ready
environment. See Section 8.020 (Walkable Neighborhood Plan).
Walkable/Walkability. The condition when an area is highly interconnected to other areas and appeals
to pedestrians for recreational walking or for walking to work, transit, errands, shopping, or restaurants.
Walkway. A paved way located on one or more design sites, used for pedestrian traffic, and used
exclusively by the design site owner(s), their guests, and invitees.
Wall Plane. A vertical surface defined by the façades of buildings.
Water Table, Architectural Feature. A horizontal projecting string-course of masonry, molding, or a
ledge placed so as to divert rainwater from a building.
Width-to-Height Ratio. The ratio of the horizontal size of a space measured perpendicularly to the
vertical height of a building. See Subsection 11.030.3.A.(5) for measurement method.
Wing. A structure of at least five feet in depth physically attached to, and secondary to, the main body of
a primary building. See Subsection 11.030.3.A.(2) for measurement method.
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X. Definitions
No specialized terms beginning with the letter X are defined at this time.
Y. Definitions
Yard. See "Setback."
Z. Definitions
Zero Design Site Line. A building or structure that is placed on the property line.
Zone. See “Transect Zone."
Zone Map. The zoning map(s) of the City of Campbell, California, together with all amendments.
Zoning Code. The Zoning Code of the City of Campbell, California, specified in Title 21.
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11.010 Purpose
This Chapter specifies how site and building elements are intended to be measured to ensure compliance
with the MFDDS.
11.020 Measurement Methods
1. Façade Zone Defined by Primary Building/Frontage
A. Applicability. The façade zone standards apply to new primary buildings and their additions along
the front and side street of a design site.
B. Methodology. The required amount is expressed in the zone standards as a percentage. The
percentage is calculated as follows through an example for the front façade zone. The same
approach is to be applied to the side street, using the minimum front and rear building setbacks.
(1) Identify the width of design site (e.g., 50 feet) and apply required side building setbacks (e.g., 5
feet and 5 feet).
(2) Subtract the horizontal length between each side setback and the adjacent side design site line
from the total width of the design site. The result is the net buildable width of the design site
(e.g., 40 feet).
(3) Multiply the required minimum percentage in the zone standards (e.g., 50 percent) by the net
buildable width of the design site (e.g., 50 feet).
(4) The result is the minimum length, in feet, of building façade, frontage type(s), and/or outdoor
seating area(s), as allowed by the zone standards, that is required in or abutting the façade zone
(e.g., 20 feet).
(5) See Figure 2 (Applying the Required Amount to the Façade Zone) for examples that are
consistent with the intent of this standard.
Chapter 11: Measurement Methods
Sections:
11.010 Purpose
11.020 Measurement Methods
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Figure 11.020.1: Determining the Required Amount Subject to the Façade Zone
Example Calculation
50'Width of Design Site
- 5'Side Setback
- 5'Side Setback
= 40'Net Buildable Width
40' Net Buildable Width
x Zone Standard (e.g., 50%)
= 20' Required In or Abutting the Façade Zone
Key
Width of Design Site
Depth of Design Site
Setback to be Subtracted from Design Site Width
Setback to be Subtracted from Design Site Depth Side StreetFront Street
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Figure 11.020.2: Examples of Applying the Required Amount to the Façade Zone
A. Abutting Façade Zone Only B. Within Façade Zone Only
C. Abutting and Within Façade Zone D. For Zones with 0' minimum Setbacks
Key
Front Street Side Street
Façade Zone 50% min.1 50% min.1
Building, Frontage
Type(s), and/or
Outdoor Seating
Area(s)
1 This is an example. See Subsection 5 of the zone for the standard.
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2. Measuring Buildings and Site Features
A. Methodology. Measurement of width and depth.
(1) Main Body. The width and depth of the main body shall be measured as follows:
(a) The width shall be parallel to the front.
(b) The depth shall be perpendicular to the front.
Figure 11.020.3:
Main Body
Key
Width
Depth
BUILDING TYPE: DUPLEX, STACKED Side StreetFront Street
(2) Wings and Ancillary Structures. The width and depth of wings and ancillary structures, shall
be measured as follows:
(a) The width shall be the greater of the two dimensions of the footprint.
(b) The depth shall be the lesser of the two dimensions of the footprint.
BUILDING TYPE: DUPLEX, STACKED Side StreetFront Street
Figure 11.020.4:
Wings and Ancillary Structures
Key
Width
Depth
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(3) Measuring Open Space(s). The width and depth of open spaces shall be measured as follows:
(a) The width shall be parallel to the front
(b) The depth shall be perpendicular to the front.
BUILDING TYPE: DUPLEX, STACKED Side StreetFront Street
Figure 10.020.5:
Open Space(s)
Key
Width
Depth
(4) Measuring Courtyard(s). The width and depth of courtyards shall be measured as follows:
(a) The width shall be parallel to the front; unless the courtyard is a secondary courtyard
accessed directly from a side street.
(b) If a secondary courtyard is accessed directly from the side street, the width shall be parallel
to the side street.
(c) The depth shall be perpendicular to the width.
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Figure 11.020.6:
Courtyard(s)
Key
Width (clear)
Depth (clear)
Front Street
BUILDING TYPE: COURTYARD APARTMENT, LARGE
(5) Width-to-Height Ratio. Measurement of width-to-height ratio and depth-to-height ratio of
forecourts.
(a) The width and depth of forecourts shall be measured per Figure 7 (Width-to-Height Ratio).
(b) The height of forecourts shall be a measurement of the vertical plane of the building that
defines the forecourt.
Figure 11.020.7:
Width-to-Height Ratio
Key
Width
Height
(6) Measuring Building Height.
(a) Height, Overall. The vertical distance between adjacent finished grade and the highest
part of the structure directly above. See Figures 8 and 9.
(b) Height, Highest Top Plate. The vertical distance between adjacent finished grade and the
top of the parapet of the primary building. See Figures 8 and 9.
(c) Height, Eave/Parapet. The vertical distance between adjacent finished grade and the
lowest part of the eave or parapet. See Figures 8 and 9.
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ParapetFigure 11.020.11: Section Detail of Highest Eave for Pitched Roof
Figure 11.020.8: Parapet and Highest Top Plate Figure 11.020.9: Section Detail of Top of Parapet and Flat Roof
Figure 11.020.10: Highest Eave for Pitched Roof
See Figure 11
(Section Detail)
See Figure 9
(Section Detail)
Height, Overall2
Highest Top Plate
Top of Parapet
Roof Structure
Highest Eave Measurement
Eave Assembly
Dormer
2 Structures and rooftop equipment that do not provide additional floor space shall be allowed to exceed the overall height
limit in accordance with Chapter 21.18.050 (Exceptions to Height Provisions).
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Key
Required Massing Proportions and Number of Bays
3. Measuring Bays.
A. Applicability. All buildings, with or without wings, must have defined bays, as specified in Subsection
7.040.5 (Bay Composition).
B. Bay Measurement.
(1) Boundaries of each bay shall extend vertically from the lower boundary of the base, middle, or
top to the upper boundary of the same division and shall not intersect any opening.
(2) Boundary is considered to lie at the midpoint between successive openings unless marked by
an expression of vertical structure on the façade. Bay width shall be measured horizontally from
one boundary to the next.
C. Building Types and Bays. In the T3N, T4N.S, T4N.M, and T4N.L zones, bays shall be placed according
to the following methodology. An example of the methodology is shown in Figure 12 (Example of
Massing Type and Bays).
(1) Select main body massing type from Subsection 3 (Building Size and Massing) of the selected
Building Type (e.g. Gable L). See Figure 11.030.12.A (Select Main Body Massing Composition).
(2) Within each volume/façade of main body massing, identify and apply a number of bays within
the allowed range. See Figure 11.030.12.B (Identify the Required Number or Range of Bays).
(3) See Figure 11.030.12.C (Example of Bay Compositions in Compliance with Required Massing
Proportions) for examples that are consistent with the intent of this standard.
Figure 11.020.12: Example of Massing Type and Bays
A. Select Main Body Massing Composition.
Gable L Twin Gable Gabled Front Courtyard
2/5
3/5
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B. Identify the Allowed Range of Bays by Volume/Facade for Selected Massing Type
Gable L: 1-5 Bays + 1-7 Bays Center Gable: 1-7 Bays + 1-5 Bays +
1-7 Bays
Gabled Front Courtyard: 1-5 Bays +
1-7 Bays + 1-5 Bays
C. Examples of Bay Compositions in Compliance with Required Massing Proportions
5-Bay Composition (2 + 3)3-Bay Composition (1 + 1 + 1)6-Bay Composition (2 + 2 + 2)
3-Bay Composition (1 + 2)6-Bay Composition (2 + 2 + 2)3-Bay Composition (1 + 1 + 1)
Key
Ground Floor
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Figure 11.020.13: Determining the Front of a Parcel
Interior side design site line
Rear design site line
Street
Street StreetStreetFront
Front
FrontFront4. Identifying Design Site Lines on a Parcel Other than a Corner Parcel
Each parcel boundary along a thoroughfare other an alley shall be considered a front. As design sites are
applied in compliance with the zone standards, the interior side and rear boundaries are identified to
apply building and parking setbacks.
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