It is the intent of this district to provide a central shopping
and service area within a traditional downtown atmosphere which favors
pedestrian activity and the consolidated design concepts of a traditional
downtown main street. The uses established in this district are intended
to complement one another to provide for the needs of these shoppers,
along with cultural and social activities that support a high level
of nonmotorized activity. The district is further established to improve
the sense of place in the Village, improve the environment for business,
to support a healthy economy by providing a vibrant mix of uses, and
to strike a balance between the needs of the car and pedestrian by
creating pleasant and safe surroundings.
With the exception of single-family structures, all new structures,
major exterior structural renovations, or additions to structures,
shall adhere to the following design standards (Figure 390-71):
A. All structures shall be a minimum of two stories in height except
that additions to existing one-story structures may be one story in
height if the square footage of the addition is less than 570 square
feet.
B. All buildings with flat roofs shall include parapet articulation
on the facade(s) of each building facing the street.
C. No side yards are permitted except that one pedestrian accessway
may be developed to access the rear of the site, subject to Planning
Commission approval during the site plan review process. In no case
shall there be another such pedestrian accessway within 100 feet unless
approved by the Planning Commission. Accessways shall be landscaped
in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. Accessway width
shall be a minimum of five feet and a maximum of 10 feet in width.
D. Buildings shall adjoin and align with neighboring structures to form
a consistent streetwall. If an adjacent structure does not exist,
the front setback shall be no more than 15 feet from the street right-of-way
line. The front yard, if provided, shall be landscaped in accordance
with the provisions of this chapter and have appropriate amenities
(benches, bike racks, etc.) to enhance the street atmosphere.
E. Detached accessory structures shall be behind the principal building.
F. No off-street parking or delivery areas shall be permitted in the
front yard of the property.
G. Any façade facing the street or rear yard shall have an entrance
for the public. Where building frontages exceed 50 feet in width,
doors, or entrances with public access shall be provided at intervals
averaging no greater than 50 feet apart.
H. For buildings facing the street, no more than 50 feet of horizontal
distance of wall shall be provided without articulation of architectural
design variations to assure that the building is not monotonous in
appearance. Acceptable variations include, but are not limited to,
the following:
(1) Recess and projections along the building façade. Variation
in depth must be a minimum of 18 inches.
(2) Architectural details or features such as arches; changes in vertical
elements such as towers, cupolas, or changes in roof design; contrasting
bases, masonry courses, or molding; pilasters and columns; stone accents;
colonnades; or porches.
(3) Enhanced ornamentation around building entryways, such as canopies,
paving treatments, change in roofline, porticos, larger door openings
and display windows, accent colors, arches, arcades, distinctive door
pulls, decorative lighting and planters
I. All building walls which face a street shall be comprised of at least
60% windows on the first floor and at least 40% windows on upper floors.
Windows on upper floors shall be vertically oriented, rectangular
windows with lintels and sills. Reflective glass, bronze-tinted glass,
and frosted materials shall be prohibited for ground floors and strongly
discouraged on upper floors. Window glazing shall be recessed from
the outside of all building walls.
J. Window awnings shall mimic classic design depicted in the Village
Design Manual. High-gloss or bubble awnings are prohibited.
K. Non-windowed areas of the first story of structures shall be comprised
of any combination of the following:
(1) Brick or composite mimicking brick;
(2) Decorative concrete block;
(3) Stone or composite mimicking stone;
(4) Horizontal clapboard siding;
(5) Commercial-grade horizontal vinyl siding mimicking wood (at least
0.44 gauge).
(6) High
quality vertical siding materials when approved by the Planning Commission.
[Added 6-14-2021 by Ord. No. 368]
L. Areas above the first story may also be comprised of stucco or cement
board.
M. In no case shall cinder blocks or sheet metal be considered an acceptable
building cover.
[Added 6-14-2021 by Ord. No. 368]
N. All development shall be adequately served by a sidewalk at least
five feet in width or as otherwise required by the Village.