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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 22792-06-2017 ORDINANCE NO. 22792-06-2017 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FORT WORTH, BEING ORDINANCE NO. 21653, AS AMENDED, CODIFIED AS APPENDIX "A" OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF FORT WORTH (2015), TO AMEND SECTIONS OF THE I-35W DESIGN OVERLAY DISTRICT — DISTRICT STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES AS PROVIDED BY SECTION 4.404.D., "I-35W DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES ADOPTED" OF SECTION 4.404, "4.404 I-35W CORRIDOR (64I- 35W") DESIGN OVERLAY DISTRICT OF ARTICLE 4,"OVERLAY DISTRICTS" OF CHAPTER 4, "DISTRICT REGULATIONS" TO PROVIDE CLARIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIREMENTS FOR LANDSCAPING,PARKING, TREE PLANTING, SETBACKS AND PLAN SUBMITTALS; PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A PENALTY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, on February 8, 2011 the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 19544-02-2011 to create the I-35W Overlay District and adopt I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines to ensure that the quality of new development along the I-35 W Corridor enhances the economic value of all property within the corridor by reflecting a level of quality of construction and aesthetic character; and WHEREAS, the standards and guidelines are intended to achieve this vision of an economic sustainability that would help to retain natural features of the landscape environment by focusing on landscaping, lighting and site planning; and WHEREAS, since the creation of the I-35W Overlay District and the implementation of the I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines staff has reviewed projects which have prompted these proposed amendments to clarify and correct inconsistencies in the I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines; and WHEREAS, the property owner and their consultants have provided input and worked with staff on the proposed amendments to the and has endorsed the proposed amendments, and WHEREAS, it is advisable to amend the I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines to provide clarifications to the requirements for landscaping, parking, tree planting, setbacks and plan submittals; and WHEREAS, Section 4.404.D of the Zoning Ordinance entitled "I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines adopted " requires that any revisions to the document must be considered by the Zoning Commission and the City Council; and Sec. 4.404 1-35W Overlay 2017 amendments Ordinance No. 22792-06-2017 Pagel of 5 WHEREAS, the Urban Design Commission and the Zoning Commission recommend approval of the proposed amendments to the 1-35W Development Standards and Guidelines to the City Council. NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The "I--35W Development Standards and Guidelines", as adopted and incorporated into Ordinance No. 21653, the Zoning Ordinance in Chapter 4, "District Regulations", Article 4 " Overlay Districts", Section 4.404, "I-35W Overlay ("I-35W") District", Subsection 4.404.D. "I- 35W Development Standards and Guidelines adopted." as set out in Exhibit "A", attached and hereby incorporated into the Zoning Ordinance by reference, is hereby amended by revising to: clarifications to the requirements for landscaping, parking, tree planting, setbacks and plan submittals. A copy of the I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines is on file in the City Secretary's Office and the Planning and Development Department. SECTION 2. This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provision of ordinances and the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas (2015), as amended, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such ordinances and such Code, in which event conflicting provisions of such ordinances and such Code are hereby repealed. SECTION 3. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this ordinance are severable, and, if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or Sec. 4.404 I-35W Overlay 2017 amendments Ordinance No. 22792-06-20I7 Page 2 of 5 decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs or sections of this ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section. SECTION 4. Any person, firm or corporation who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or refuses to comply with or who resists the enforcement of any of the provisions of this ordinance shall be fined not more than Two Thousand Dollars($2,000.00)for each offense. Each day that a violation exists shall constitute a separate offense. SECTION 5. That all rights or remedies of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, are expressly saved as to any and all violations of Ordinance Nos. 3011, 13896, and 21653 or any amendments thereto that have accrued at the time of the effective date of this ordinance; and as to such accrued violations, and all pending litigation, both civil or criminal, same shall not be affected by this ordinance but may be prosecuted until final disposition by the courts. SECTION 6. The City Secretary of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, is hereby directed to publish the caption, penalty clause and effective date of this ordinance for two (2) days in the official newspaper of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, as authorized by Section 52.013, Texas Local Government Code. Sec. 4.404 1-35W Overlay 2017 amendments Ordinance No.22792-06-2017 Page 3 of 5 SECTION 7. This ordinance shall take effect upon adoption and publication as required by law. APPROVED AS TO FU.r AND LEGALITY: Melinda Ramos, Assistant City Attorney T ary Kaye t ecr ary ADOPTED: _June 20, 2017 h EFFECTIVE: ?� Sec.4.404 1-35W Overlay 2017 amendments Ordinance No.22792-06-2017 Page 4 of 5 EXHIBIT A I-35W DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES Physical copy to be inserted Sec. 4.404 I-35W Overlay 2017 amendments Ordinance No. 22792-06-2017 Page 5 of 5 r '�:. y'm..•.: a T I I ! r AhL -ohm OVERLAYI-35W DESIGN Section OneIntroductionT A Administration B L E Section Two O F C O SectionExisting Conditions N Three T E N T Section FourStandards and GuidelinesS Publication: Appendix ASubmittal Requirements ChecklistCity of Fort Worth Pl.tnnin�;and Development Department Preservation and Dcsi�n Fort Worth,Texas June 2017 S E Popp low Section • Introduction 3 Introduction General Development Principles Section Background Vision Until the 1990s,a motorist traveling north from Fort Worth on Interstate 35 The members of the I-35W Coalition envision a corridor along this portion of West(I-35W)would have enjoyed a genuine Texas scenic drive,experiencing I-35W that reflects a level of quality and an aesthetic character that would support beautiful wide open spaces and long,uninterrupted vistas. In fact,the majority of the continued economic sustainability of the area and that would help retain natural the 1-35W corridor between Fort Worth and Denton remained unchanged between features of the landscape environment.The standards and guidelines are intended to the 1960s,when the interstate was constructed,and the 1990s,when Alliance help achieve this vision by focusing on three primary design elements:landscaping, Airport opened and the North American Free Trade Agreement(NAFTA)passed. lighting,and site planning. R An important transportation link,Alliance Airport initiated new development, Development Principles including numerous corporate headquarters,office and warehouse uses,and single- 0 family homes.In addition,NAFTA brought increased truck traffic to the entire I-35 Protect Investment D Corridor,which stretches from Laredo,Texas to Duluth,:Minnesota.Although portions of the I-35W corridor remain rural in character,development activity In addition to providing for protection and enhancement of the character of continues at a steady pace. existing business and commercial areas and the visual and aesthetic character of the corridor,protect the investment of current and future landowners,investors,and In the midst of current growth in the I-35W corridor,many business and land users. owners have become increasingly concerned with traffic congestion and the quality of development.As a result,the 35W Coalition was formed to"Keep 35W Moving Maintain a high standard of development North"by finding solutions to transportation and traffic problems,and encouraging The 1-35IVDevelopment Standards and Guidelines promote high quality design,and 0 quality development along the I-35W corridor extending north from the core of the development review process promotes flexibility. Creativity and exceptional Fort Worth into southern Denton County. design are encouraged.Standards and guidelines on quality site layout,lighting,and Public Process: landscaping will ensure positive growth and development. Public participation was a considerable part and foundation of the planning pro- Create and maintain a sense of place cess.The public was presented concepts of the guidelines as well as detailed con- The I-35W corridor should have a distinct sense of place and extend its identity cepts of landscaping and building location.Planners consulted the public,major or"brand"throughout the length of the corridor. It should also be recognized that stakeholders along the corridor as well as meeting with municipalities that have the area is made up of three distinct development zones,which are reinforced jurisdiction within the corridor.Through this public process,the 35W Coalition through the use of unique,zone-specific landscaping and site layout standards.By created the I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines to ensure that the quality promoting excellence in development through architectural design and landscaping, of new development enhances the economic value of all property within the design standards and guidelines can rejuvenate a sense of local pride and identity. corridor.Although development activity increases each year,the 35W Coalition believes there is still time to create a special sense of place throughout the I-35W Preserve and promote the natural setting and features of the native landscape corridor,while preserving some of the qualities of the North Texas Prairie. The importance of a unified and natural landscape along the I-35W corridor is Geography of the Corridor fundamental to improving the character and quality of existing and future development. The I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines encompass four categories: corridor-wide,south zone,central zone,and north zone.The corridor-wide standards and guidelines are all inclusive and apply to the entire corridor.They include standards and guidelines for site layout,landscaping,and lighting.The character zone standards and guidelines apply,in addition to the corridor-wide standards and guidelines,to the respective character zone.This will ensure that the existing natural and aesthetic character of each zone will remain.Each character zone has specific instructions for site layout and landscaping. -__ __- � � � �-� - b..�� �.�'�—.-,rte �• � •- V Z a E t � §� s F � r• s ^! r O s Administration Section Intent The I-351TI'Development Standards and Guidelines are intended to be clear,concise,and R user-friendly.The development review process is intended to be predictable and flex- ible,and to facilitate the timely approval of projects that conform to the general de- - -- velopment principles for I-35W found on page 4. Relationship to Other Regulatory Documents BUILDING SETBACK The I-351TI'Development Standards and Guidelines is an overlay that supplements the PAVING base zoning district classification.The permitted uses of the property shall be deter- SETBACK mined by the use regulations set forth for the base zoning district for the property. Whenever there appears to be a conflict between the I-35W Development Standards and EARTHEN BERMS ARE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY Guidelines and other sections of the City of Fort Worth Zoning Ordinance or otherSETBACK v� PAEnaNG applicable regulations,the more restrictive requirement shall prevail.If there is a FRONTS THE PUBUCRIGFR-0F-MY conflict between the I-351TI'Development Standards and Guidelines and a mixed-use zon- ing district(or Planned Development based on mixed-use zoning i.e.PD/MU-1 or PD/MU-2)located on along I-35W frontage roads,the mixed-use regulations will Diagrams and Sketches Illustrate Standards govern the setbacks.All development must comply with all Federal,State,and Local regulations and ordinances. Definition of"Standards"and"Guidelines" ; Standards are objective,measurable regulations,often illustrated through diagrams and sketches,with which all projects must comply. Unless noted as a guideline,all provisions in this document are standards.For projects not conforming to height and . setback regulations listed in the Zoning Ordinance for the base zoning district,a -In r i variance approved by the Board of Adjustment is also required. g � r 0 Design Guidelines are more subjective statements through which the City proposes additional design strategies. The guidelines should be suitable for most projects,and developers should endeavor to ensure that guidelines are followed to the extent possible. City staff and the Urban Design Commission(UDC)will work with _ developers to explore design approaches that maximize conformance with guidelines. = -The UDC shallnot deny a Certificate of Appropriateness(COA) solely because a project fails to comply with guidelines. Urban Design Commission(UDC) The UDC is composed of nine regular members appointed by the City Council charged with the administration of Design Districts.UDC appointees should be qual- ified electors of the City of Fort Worth.At least six of the nine appointees shall be practicing professionals from the fields of architecture,landscape architecture,urban design or planning,real estate development or law. Photographs Depict Guidelines Images are only intended to help the user visualize key guidelines. • u Development Review Process Development Review Process Section Projects Subject to Review Conceptual Phase Discussions All construction projects,with the exception of interior construction or exterior One of the most important roles of the design review process is to provide in- in-kind replacement work,are subject to review by the Planning and Development formal guidance to developers of significant projects during the conceptual design Department and/or the Urban Design Commission(UDC) for compliance with the phase.These discussions take place during the monthly UDC work sessions,and I-35WI Development Standards and Guidelines. provide an opportunity for early UDC input that should facilitate timely design review and approval of the final design phase. City staff encourages all public and Administrative Review vs. UDC Review private developers of significant projects to present their conceptual plans during a Projects that are clearly consistent with all applicable development principles and UDC work session. that clearly conform to all standards may be approved administratively by the Variances to Zoning Ordinance Property Development Standards Planning and Development Director,or his/her designee,without UDC review or approval.Any application that meets the standards can be administratively approved The UDC is authorized to approve appropriate waivers to the vast majority of the at any time.The UDC shall review projects that require interpretation or discretion- I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines,provided that a project complies with ary judgment with respect to the project's compliance with standards and guidelines. applicable development principles.The UDC may allow additional flexibility for D projects of exceptional civic or environmental design.However,any waiver of basic Certificates of Appropriateness property development standards related to building heights or setbacks requires a The Planning and Development Director,or his or her designee,or the UDC will variance approved by the Board of Adjustment. Similarly,vacations of public rights- issue a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for approval of conforming public and of-way and any waivers from subdivision ordinance requirements require approval private projects.The Planning and Development Director,or his or her designee, by the City Plan Commission.Vacations must also be approved by the City Council. may approve a COA if a project is clearly consistent with the Intent and General Variances,vacations,and subdivisions ordinance waivers should have a Development principles.If a project does not clearly conform to any portion of recommendation by the UDC. these standards and guidelines,then the Planning and Development Director,or his/her designee,will refer the submission to the UDC for review and action. Additionally,if an applicant believes adherence to these standards and guidelines R would create an extraordinary hardship,they may apply to the UDC for , consideration.Any COA approved by the UDC must describe compliance with the intent and general development principles. Required Information The plan submittal requirements are outlined on page 13.Additionally,refer to , the submittal checklist on page 32 prior to submission for review. Review of Public Buildings and Public Spaces In accordance with their civic role,public buildings should reflect exceptional design quality.The UDC may approve public buildings of exceptional design that do not comply with certain standards or guidelines,provided that the buildings conform to the intent and general development principles. Review of Phased Projects To minimize review steps for phased development projects,the Planning and Development Director,or his/her designee,or the UDC may approve a COA for all phases of a project provided that the applicant submits drawings that depict the initial phase and all future phases,and all phases conform to pertinent development standards.The COA is valid for two(2)years from the date of approval. COAs will expire if the project has not begun within a two(2)year time period. • a _ Section Three: Existing Conditions I-35W District Boundary �•� Character Zones Map Section 635 pFVflON IT4 MIR F35W I-SSE North Zone: svaeow Keller Hicks Road to DfN1UN �' co1Rm ,� - - ---- --------------------- - - i. Highway 114 TMRANT cquN►Y . 71 , 28x -''1 asw GDALITION BOUNDARYAIRPORTRY 121 ' IRVIING. 183 A iNexhen CLd 12 DALLAS IW FOU 1 SO WORN ARLINGTON If 014d The I-35W Demlopment Standards and Guidelines apply to a 2,000 foot wide corridor of I-35W from Meacham Boulevard to Highway 114(1,000 feet from either side of Central Zone: the centerline of I-35W).This 15-mile corridor includes many of Fort Worth's most Basswood Boulevard to prominent business parks and businesses including Mercantile Center,Fossil Creek, Keller Hicks Road BNSF Corporate Headquarters,Cabela's,Alliance Airport,and Texas Motor Speedway. il Ta Character Zones While the main purpose of these standards and guidelines is to establish a strong common identity for the I-35W corridor,it is recognized that the area is made up of three distinct development zones:North,Central,and South Zones.These areas s5wodiffer greatly in density of existing development,architectural style,and in the amount of open space available for future development.The expression of these .' N Blvd N three zones will establish a framework for the roadway experience along the length of the corridor. _ Too often,highway frontage roads and intersections are developed in a haphazard, South Zone: uncoordinated manner that results in the disjointed pattern of buildings and parking - Meacham Boulevard to lots throughout the highway corridor.Frequently,expansive parking lots with little Basswood Boulevard shade or pedestrian walkways are located between the highway frontage road and the r building. { South Zone—Looking North Central Zone—Looking North The South Zone extends from Meacham Boulevard in the south to Basswood The Central Zone extends from Basswood Boulevard in the south to Keller Hicks Section Boulevard in the north and includes the major highway interchange at Interstate 820. Road in the north.Currently,this area is the least developed of the three character The South Zone is comprised of a number of well-established developments, zones.However,new residential and retail development is flourishing on both the including commercial,office,hotel,apartments,and retail establishments.In addition, east and west sides of the corridor.Existing land uses include industrial,commercial, residential developments are present on the periphery of the corridor.This zone mixed-use,and residential.Because existing development is sparse,the Central Zone reflects the unbridled growth that has taken place in north Fort Worth over the last will be most affected by the I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines,as they will 20 years.Although the I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines will only apply to all apply to all new development. new development,there is an opportunity to bring a sense of visual order and consistency to this area and to create and enhance economic value. • 10 i i k d - ate° �- North Zone—Looldng North The North Zone extends from Keller Hicks Road in the south to Highway 114 miSection the north.With the exception of Texas Motor Speedway,the land uses in this area are primarily commercial,including warehouse and light industrial,office,and some retail.Many of the commercial buildings in this zone reflect the"cutting edge" technology that populates this area along the corridor.There is also a significant amount of undeveloped land in this zone,which will be affected by the I-35W Development Standards and Guidelines,as they apply to all new development. �w - i ti. Alliance Gatew�iyl Hwy 170 1 � N N r`- y � LI 1 x - _ •tea �... r a y T I F y r � a � , l .F 1 � O IZ Plan Submittal Requirements ( PUBUC RIGHT-0F-WAY Section' General . _ . . _ . . _ . . • A written description of the proposed work must accompany the following PAVIM6$ET9ACK------ -------------- - ------- - required graphical information. Site Layout • A proposed site plan depicting the following site layout elements shall be submitted to staff for review: 1. Building location 2. Building orientation 3. Setbacks(Building&Paving) I 4. Sidewalk/pedestrian routes 5. Vehicle and bike parking orientation,layout,and space counts 6. Driveways 1-351M O� 1 •. 7. Vehicle and truck circulation routes within development I j 8. Truck and trailer storage and parking areas 9. Screening for truck and trash areas 7ti 10. Urban Forestry Compliance � ;Y,,. �r� , 11. Landscape Plan i s: 12. Grading Plan 13. Fencing(If applicable) 14. Retaining/Landscape Walls 15. Light pole/fixture locations, Fig. 13.1 Example of a Site Plan 16. Lighting photometrics and specifications *This is only an example of a site plan submittaL Refer to the dxckist on page 32 for all site plan requirements. Building Elements • The following building elements shall be submitted to staff for review: 1. Building elevations 2. Building material specifications 3. Signage 4. Exterior building mounted light fixture locations and specifications Site Layout Site Layout Intent Section The purpose of the site layout standards and guidelines is to create a coordinated General Setback Guidelines development pattern that welcomes motorists into shopping areas and business • Features that can be incorporated into the setback area are as follows: developments,while promoting the natural beauty of the landscape.These commercial • Signage areas should have a"front door"feel in the way they address or face the roadway.In addition,the layout of parking areas and buildings should promote safe and efficient • Entry drives pedestrian travel. • Sidewalks and Pedestrian Plazas • Benches and other pedestrian amenities (including shade structures) Building Orientation Standards • Planter and retaining walls • Each building fronting I-35W or the frontage road should have primary entrances • Below-ground structures (utilities,etc.) facing I-35W. (See page 16 for architectural guidelines) • Sculptures,public art,and other decorative items t • If a building cannot have its primary entrance facing I-35W,then the require- ments for the I-35W facing elevation must meet the architectural intent listed on General Setback Standards page 16. • Setbacks shall be calculated from the public right-of-way. (See Figure 20.2 on , • To the extent possible,locate dumpsters and service areas on the side or rear of page 20) the buildings.Where this cannot be achieved all services areas and dumpsters a Building and paving setbacks vary by street type and location within each char- must be screened with architectural elements that match the building. (See page atter zone(See charts on page 15) 24 for screening requirements) • Where two public rights-of-way intersect,the setback requirements for each shall be incorporated. • All setback areas shall be landscaped and maintained in good condition. (See landscape standards and guidelines for specific information.) D • Building and paving setback requirements may not be waived by the UDC. This requires a variance from the Board of Adjustment,with a recommenda- tion from the UDC. D t d Fig. 14.1 Example of landscaped setback Sectioni South Zone Setback Standards ROADWAY TYPE PAVING SURFACE BUILDING STRUCTURE PARKING STRUCTURE Minimum Minimum Minimum 1-35W Frontage 15' 25' 50' Arterial 15' 15' 30' Secondary Roadway 15' 15' 20' D 1 Central and North Zones Setback Standards D ROADWAY TYPE PAVING SURFACE BUILDING STRUCTURE PARKING STRUCTURE s Minimum Minimum Minimum 1-35W Frontage Read 25' S0' i 50' Arterial 25' 50' j _50' Secondary Roadway 20' 50' 50' Architectural Standards Section Intent The purpose of the architectural standards and guidelines is to promote a high quality U'� ! pry "�"° of design and character along the I-35W corridor. ' Architectural Guidelines for Commercial and Retail Development • Articulation by the use of offsets,change in material,pilasters,and similar archi- tectural features are encouraged to express a rhythm or pattern along the facade. • The use of canopies,awnings,blade signs and arcades are encouraged for provid- -. 4 �,� ing shade and pedestrian interest. D • A combination of a variety of building materials,offsets and recesses are encour- I aged to break up long fagades. • r 1 Primary Building Architectural Standards + 1 • If a building cannot have its primary entrance facing I-35W,then the require- ments for the I-35W facing elevation include the following. Ii w • Excluding window glazing,which may include spandrel glass,employ the same materials and colors as the building fagade with the primary ` _ _ entrance for the development or business. • In the Central Zone,buildings must employ architectural treatments, detail and scale elements such as canopies,that are consistent with the primary building facade. Secondary Building Standards ri � • Secondary buildings and service enclosure structures must utilize similar materials }� R -,• ,_ and architectural treatments as the primary building front fagade. 4 • Screen service areas,including storage,meter banks,HVAC equipment, generators and similar equipment with screening walls and/or landscaping. - • Enclose dumpsters,recycle bins and compactors within screening walls that match style and colors of the adjacent building. - - FlE�ay e . v16 Architectural Standards for Commercial and Retail Development 4.1 x mom 7 1 LONG EXPANSES OF THE SAME MATERIAL T 1 �' rW LACK OF SHADING DEVICES OR ARTICULATION t . Fig. 17.1 Examples of incompatible architectural treatment for commemal retail Fig 17.2 Examples of compatible architectural treatment for commercial retail .171 Parking and Driveways 19-V MI/.WOSCAPE MEDIAN BETWEEN Intent: PARKING AREASrROOMS` Sectjoll Landscaping is an important tool to mitigate the visual impact of parking.The intent of this section is to ensure that landscaping is appropriately used to mitigate surface parking and to provide flexibility,if necessary,for developers to meet unique site con- ditions. PAR OM" PAR OM" UMI LIMIT �,` MAX. CES MAX. CES Guidelines: • Pedestrian walkways are encouraged to offer safe,marked routes between parking CE A spaces and building entries. (See Figure 19.1) N • When possible,utilize shared parking provisions to reduce the total number of , parking spaces. • Parking islands are recommended to achieve the required canopy coverage and to breakup long rows of parking. Standards: Fig. 18.1 Diagram example of parking rooms D • All parking areas in all zones shall be limited to a maximum of 200 spaces per parking"room". ----- ----- ----- • For every parking area a minimum ten(10) foot landscaped median/divider shall be installed to help break up"rooms"of large parking fields. (See Figure 18.1) SPAC • For buildings fronting I-35W,a minimum of 50%of the parking areas shall be located behind or within groups of buildings. (See Figure 18.2) 1 • If 50%of parking cannot be located behind the building or within groups of buildings,one tree shall be added for everyadditional ten(10) spaces,beginning with the first additional space and for each ten(10) ` :^ YIN.50'i OF PARKING spaces thereafter.Priority should be given to placing additional trees --- MST BE LOCATED BERM OR WITHIN A within the paving or building setback fronting I-35W. FRONT �POF�G� • If buildings front I-35W and are located outside the design FRO MM overlay,all surface parking located within the overlay fronting D I-35W will be required to meet the planting conditions above. OR • The setback areas along I-35W and where parking areas and/or drives front the public right-of-way will be required to include earthen berms for screening pur- AMLIt THrtroH poses where topography allows.If topography does not allow,refer to page 22 for SPAC TEN alternate screening methods.(Reference pages 20 and 22) , Oa��- - NFE • All parking areas shall have buffers of at least ten(10) feet from any building face - rnSREAMR, fronting on a street and ten(10)feet from side and rear building faces to allow for S �t�F7°oHESiRr a combination of landscaping,sidewalks,and pedestrian plazas.No less than 30% "Egt"�"�N15 of the remaining area in the 10 foot buffer must be landscaping from the ap- proved planting list(Page 29) and distributed along the front and sides of the building. (See Figure 21.2)Where appropriate in urban and retail settings a combi- nation of planters and planting beds can be used to achieve the required landscap- ing.Paving requirements vary by zone,refer to pages 26-28. 1-35W FRONTAGE Fig. 18.2 Diagram example of parking requirements when fronting I-35W z Standards (continued): Parking and Driveways Section • Landscape screening is required between the parking areas on adjacent parcels so w as to break up the area of paving-,landscape screening shall be a minimum of ten (10)feet wide and accomplished with earthen berms and/or with planting materi- al from the approved planting list(See page 22 and 29).If there is a shared access k easement along the property line,a minimum ten(10) foot landscaped median/ divider shall be installed on either side of the access easement. (See Figures 19.2- 19.3) • Earthen berms shall be a natural,oscillating form with an average overall height of thirty-six(36)inches tall. (Refer to page 22) • Sidewalks,medians,and building entryways shall utilize appropriate paving and - 1 landscaping materials.All pavers in public spaces and common areas shall be interlocking concrete pavers—terra cotta,pewter,natural/limestone or equal. .= R Fig. 19.2 Example of shared access easement along the properly line 1 I I i i t I i t { i W-W&O I I SHARED d 10-0 MIN I LANDSCAPE I ACCESS I wLOscAPE I +R +� 1 MEDUW I EASEMENT i MEDIAN { .,��., �l• I I I w I I 1 REFER TO PG,24 I i FOR BERM AND I I 1 F; I i SCREENING µ i ! REQUIREMENTS I E Term Coda Pewter I e Valk: I i 1I i � I i i I A. •z. "`s SECTION A 1 -1 A T PARKING SCREENING REQUIRED IN _ IQ' N f0'-0°MIN LANDSCAPE MEDIAN,ACHIEVED LANDSCAPE ACCESS LANDSCAPE THROUGH USE OF BERMS AND OR DIVWR EASEMENT DIVIDER REQUIRED PLANTING MATERIAL «^� I REFER TO PG 20 PLAN 8 • Fig. 19.1 Examples ofpedestrian walkways along landscape medians Fig. 19.3 Diagram example of a shared access easement along the properly line Parking and Driveway,, Section i 9 y1 F 1 i 11 • i - _ s f" - I f 'i J� r Fig. 20.1 Example of landscape screening within the paving setback Fig. 20.4 Example of compatible earthen berm with landscaping 1 1 BUILDING SETBACK EARTHEN BERMS ARE REQUIRED W P^4W SETBXXV *F,X G FRONTS M Fig. 20.2 Diagram of how setbacks are measured 20 Section 4: *'�} -•��� � '� �� �+F, � �.�yam!'r- Parldng and Driveways Fi g. 21.3 Example of a successful combination of landscapin& sidewalk andpatin D Fi g. 2 1.1 Example of distributin landscapin g alon gparking buffers G H I CNL l�T4s71���'A4ty a Tj ATLEW30%OFTHF YMEEL STOPS ARE MATERIAL DISTRIVIIJTED TO PUWTING AREAS S , ,TW WLIWIG Fi g. 21.2 Diagram ., �Y Berms and Screening _ Intent: Section Landscape screening is an important tool to mitigate the visual impact of parking.The ., - _ , intent of this section is to ensure that berms and landscape are appropriately used to mitigate parking headlights onto the frontage road and promote an aesthetic consisten- A A cy along the I-35 corridor. Standards: - - • Earthen berms fronting the I-35W public right of way shall be a minimum overall ± average of thirty-six(36)inches tall. The average height is measured from the r,• public right-of-way or parking area elevation,whichever is greater.In order to achieve natural formation,the berms shall consist of a change of at least one(1) foot in height and five(5) feet in setback for every thirty(30)linear feet.(See Fig- ure 22.3) 'i _ I 4&W • Where topography prohibits berm screening height requirements from being met,landscape supplementation can be used to achieve the re- quired screening as an exception to berms. • If landscaping is needed to achieve screening,layering of planting mate- rial from the pre-approved list(Page 29)must be used to supplement an i average of thirty-six(36)inches tall screen.Two(2)to three(3)different species,excluding turf grass,must be used to achieve the required land- scape screen(See Figure 22.1).In the central zone,berms must be treat- ed with layering of shade trees,ornamental trees and planting beds of ornamental grasses and/or shrubbery. - • All headwalls or retaining walls visible from I-35W are required to be treated with g.W MIN SET decorative masonry cladding.Storm water drainage areas are required to be main- BACK EVERY '" tained in accordance with the city requirements. 30'-0'LINEARLY FRONTING 1.35 PLAN Example of layering planting material to Example of berm height and width variations achieve screening height requirements rya.�mm� 1Y MIN CHANGE k IN BERM HEIGHT 36'AVERAGE EVERY 30-0' L 31# L 3V4r BERM HEIGHT LINEARLY Section:Landscape screening where min.berm Section:Earthen-berm height requirements ELEVATION requirements cannot be met 22 Fig. 22.1 Example of earthen berms and landreape exceptions Fig. 22.3 Example of earthen berm height change requirements Berms and Screening Section r1 a . _ 1 EXAMPLES DO NOT EXPRESS A NATURAL VERTICAL CHANGE IN ELEVATION ' OVER THE LENGTH OF THE BERM t 1 BERM IS AT A CONSISTENT HEIGHT AND DOES NOT USE PLANTING TO ACHIEVE THE REQUIRED PARKING SCREEN SCREEN a UNACCEPTABLE PARKING SCREEN Fig. 23.1 Example of noncompliant landscape Greening attempts Fig. 23.2 Examples of compliant landscape screening Screening of Loading Docks Intent: Section The intent of this section is to ensure that screening of service and loading docks fronting I-35W is appropriately used to uphold the aesthetic standards of develop- ments along I-35W. Locating service and loading at the rear of the building and not fronting I-35W is encouraged. - Standards: • All service,trash,and utility areas shall be permanently screened from view with an enclosure and/or landscaping.All enclosures should be constructed of ma- sonry or concrete and match the adjacent building materials and color. 5 • Dumpster enclosures shall include metal/steel gates. 4 r 1 • Industrial loading docks and trailer storage shall be screened from I-35W with a P screening wall,berm,and/or landscaping. • • Wood or plastic fencing materials are prohibited. 1 SITE PLAN r j -d r MATERIALS OF SCREEN.WALL MATCH BUILDING MATERIALS- SCREENING MATERIAL DOES NOT MATCH THE ADJACENT BUILDING AND USE OF A PROHIBITED 1 SCREENING MATERIAL LANDSCAPING USED SECONDARYS REEKING USE OF A PROHIBITED SCREENING MATERIAL DUMPSTER IS NOT FULLY ENCLOSED AND THE USE OF A PROHIBITED SCREENING ELEVATIONS MATERIAL Fig. 24.1 Example of noncompRantloading and service areas Fig. 24.2 Example of compKantscreen wally and landscaping of service areas Landscaping ct Intent: The importance of a unified and natural landscape along the I-35W corridor is fundamental to improving the character and quality of existing and future development.The landscape treatment of the corridor is intended to differentiate the three character zones from each other,while maintaining a consistent theme throughout the corridor.Landscape treatment of the corridor should be in the form of native grasses,shrubbery,shade trees,and ornamental trees.These categories vary between character zones in hierarchy and stringency of planting design. Standards: • A proposed site plan depicting the following landscape elements shall be submit- D ted for review: 1. Existing tree locations and species - 2. Topography - 3. New plant species and location D 4. Location and dimensions of berms 5. Detailed planting schedule Fig. 25.1 Example of enhancing existing landscapes and topography • Refer to the pre-approved plant list(Page 29)and the zone specific guidelines when selecting plant materials. • Care shall be taken to preserve and enhance any existing landscape features,such as existing groves of trees,creeks and waterways,interesting topography,etc. t Existing landscape amenities shall be evaluated and inventoried prior to the com- mencement of site planning. • Landscaping in the right-of-way shall be designed to look as natural as possible by z incorporating open mowed areas,native plant species,and drought tolerant plant OMEN materials to reinforce the prairie look. • Landscape shall be designed,installed,and maintained in accordance with plans. • Projects in the I-35W corridor shall comply with urban forestry requirements. , Guideline: • Development in all zones is encouraged to utilize the"Recommended List of - w •, , Native Plants for Landscape Use in North Central Texas"as complied by the North Central Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas. Fig. 25.2 Example of a well landscaped paving setback Landscaping Scctuyfi South Zone Landscape Standards: • In the setback areas(see table on page 15),use more compact planting materials, such as: 0 Ulmus crassifolia—Cedar Elm 0 Ilex vomitoria—Dwarf Yaupon 0 Langerstroemia indica—Crepe Myrtle a'l 0 Raphiolepis indica—Indian Hawthorne • Use landscaping,such as street trees,to create buffers between sidewalks and 4 automobile lanes.Where possible,create a buffer area between the sidewalk and i,�:_ '�-� s` �_ �, .. • .� tt�y parking to screen the parking from both pedestrians and passing automobiles. • Take advantage of parking medians and other small spaces to plant turf grasses ° - �� y and ground covers.In areas where space for landscaping is extremely constrained, ` use large pots to provide greenery around buildings and parking lots. 1.4 - L PI y .; y- ""�:- 261 Landscaping Central Zone Landscape Guideline: Sectio • Maintain a view corridor from highway and access roads by using low growing grasses and shrubs,and street trees with a higher canopy. -ar a Central Zone Landscape Standards: • Paving setback shall be landscaped per standards outlined on page 22. x • Maximum of 40%Bermuda grass or other sod may be used in the required I-35W - �* paving setbacks. • In the paving setback areas(see table on page 15),use native and adaptive prairie planting materials,such as: , 0 Quercus virgiana—Live Oak 0 Leucophyllum frutescens—Texas Sage F 0 Any of the ornamental grasses on the pre-approved plant list on page 30. D • Trees may be clustered in small groups at least fifty(50) feet apart to compliment the wide-open vistas of the North Texas prairie.The landscape design shall have a free-flowing,natural,and unstructured style. _� -r. x `� Landscaping North Zone Landscape Guideline: section • Maintain a view corridor from highway and access roads by using low growing grasses and shrubs(where necessary for screening)and street trees with a higher 4 — - canopy. • Planting beds at the site-entry are encouraged. • Existing development can be described as,"industrial ranch or working land- scape"character.Therefore,the style of the landscape design should be fnere less formal and structured,while still complimenting the North Texas prairie. T�# • Street trees are required for properties fronting the public right of way.Trees mays be clustered in small groups at least fifty(50) feet apart to compliment the wide- open vistas of the North Texas prairie.The landscape design shall have a free- `►, _ "'� = *' flowing,natural,and unstructured style. North Zone Landscape Standards: • Paving setback shall be landscaped,which includes required earthen berm screen- ing,ornamental trees and canopy trees. — • Where a minimum average 36"berm cannot be fully achieved due to topography, then screening shall be supplemented with shrubbery and ornamental grasses. • In the pavement setback areas(see table on page 15),use plant materials such as: 0 Sophara secundiflora-Texas Mountain Laurel 0 Ilex decidua-Possum Haw V_- 0 —0 Quercus virginiana-Live Oak 0 Ulmus crassifolia-Cedar Elan" 0 Lagerstroemia indica-Crepe Myrtle 0 Cercis Canadensis-Red Bud 0 Vitex angus-castus a 0 As long as the berm requirements can be met,100%sod can be used within the paving setback,along with the required ornamental and canopy trees. ¢' 0 Where topography inhibits the ability to achieve compliant berms,addi- tional landscaping is required to provide screening within the paving ' setback(Refer to page 22). --AMR" �;` Pre-approved Plant List Pre-approved Plant List Canopy Trees: hs xYx g Large Evergreen Shrubs: Xyi Sectio Bumelia lanuginosa—Chittarnwood Elaeagnus pungens—Elaeagnus Quercus macrocarpa—Bus Oak ` Ilex cornuta`Burfordi"—Burford Holly Quercus muehlenbergii—Cbinkapin Oak Ilex x"Nellie R. Stevens"—Nellie Stevens Holly Quercus virginiana—Live Oak Ulmus crassifolia—Cedar Elm ° r6 Small/Intermediate shrubs and Ornamentals: `fie Ulmus parvifolia—Lacebark Elm Abelia grandiflora—Abelia varieties M i y Gleditsia triacanthos—Honey Locust Berberis thunbergii—Barberry varieties ` Quercus rubra—Red Oak Bur Oak Cotoneaster spp.—Cotoneaster varieties (:j m r{iur. Cydonia japonica—Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince , Hypericum sp.—Hypericum St.Jobn s Wort ti s 4 Ilex cornuta`Burfordia Dwarf'— Dwarf Burford Holly ►.< Ilex cornuta"Carissa"— Carissa Holly Ilex vomitoria"Nana"— Dwarf Yaupon Holly v 1 Juniperius sp.— Juniper varieties t M Lagerstromia indica— Dwarf Crepe Myrtle varieties Leucophyllum frutescens— Texas Sage " jI long,Lo.-Ust t strum sinense"Vane to"— Variegated Privet J - Mahonia aquifolium"Compactum"—Oregon Grapeholly 1`J`ehl i:lr� Miscanthus sinensis—Maidengrass I e:4�r.�.aaarle•t(,ofr:v:m, wrn Ornamental Trees: Nandina domestica"Compacta"— Compact Nandina Cerds spp.—Redbud varieties Nandina domestica"Harbor Dwarf'— Harbor Dwarf Nandina Crataegus spp.—Hawthorn varieties Nandina domestica"Gulf Stream"— Gulf Stream Nandina Ilex decidua—Possumhaw Raphiolepis indica—Indian I Iawthorn Ilex vomitoria—Yaupon Holly a Lagerstroemeia indica—Crepe Myrtle Malus sPPSCrabapple varieties «� `� s' �..• Prosopis juliflora—Honey Mesquite Prunus mexicana—Mexican Plum T�` ' s" Rhus glabra—Scarlet Sumac Crabapple Rhus lanceolata—Prairie Flame Leaf Sumac ` Sophora secundiflora—Texas Mountain Laurel ' j x Texas Mexican Sage�spy i' a Plum �? Hawthorn Flowers " '� l" Variegated Privet 29 Pre-approved Plant List Pre-approved Wildflowers and Field Flowers by Zone Section Vines and Groundcovers: North Zone: '+ , Parthenocissus quinquefolia—Virginia Creeper Lupinus texensis—Bluebonnet Junuperus sp.—Prostrate Juniper varieties ! Rudbeckia amplexicaulis—Coneflower Liriope sp.—Liriope varieties r Gaillardi pulchella—Firewheel/Indian Blanket Lonicera sempervirens—Coral Honeysuckle Ophiopogon sp.—Mondo Grass Santolina sp.—Santolina Trachelospermum asiaticum—Asian Jasmine ? ,+F�.;5,r;,,nr Vinca minor`Bowles"—Vinca Vinca `Bowles" R j' Indian Blanket 1 Central Zone: Monarda citriodora—Lemon Mint Coreopsis tinctoria—Plains Coreopsis ' C:`oral Honeysuckle Oenothera speciiosa—Pink Evening Primrose Ornamental Grasses: Virginia Creeper Schizachyrium scoparium var.frequens—Little Bluestem C:i�na+:?a;irr Sorghastrum nutans—Indiangrass Eragrotis curvula—Love Grass . Other Similar Native grasses w on Mint Pink Evening Primrose South Zone: Castilleja indivisa—Texas Paintbrush Coreopsis lanceolata—Tickseed Indiangrass Little Bluestem Love Grass yK y ? ; ' Lighting Intent: Section The purpose of these lighting standards is to establish a minimum level of design and performance for all light fixtures in the corridor.Lighting and lighting system components and hardware shall be compatible and harmonious throughout the corridor.A successful exterior lighting program shall include adequate illumination for :..t safe pedestrian and vehicular movement,sufficient lighting for all signs and wayfinding,and decorative lighting that enhances the landscape design without creat- ing excessive glare or visual hot spots. Standards: • A proposed site plan depicting lighting fixture types and locations for the entire D development,including pedestrian routes,driveways,parking,loading areas,and the building shall be included in the COA application. • All exterior lighting shall be designed,installed,and maintained in accordance E•%amp&of-renin,station danm figh1m,, with plans and specifications submitted and approved in the COA application. D • Fixture orientation and design shall minimize direct glare from the fixture,both within the site and particularly as viewed from the I-35W and frontage roads. • Architectural lighting shall articulate and animate the particular building design and visibly promote and reinforce pedestrian movement.Indirect wall lighting or "wall washing",overhead down lighting and interior illumination(glow)is encouraged in the expression of the building. • All direct down lighting,except where noted in lighting diagrams,shall be accom- D plished by utilizing light fixtures with 90 degree(horizontal) cutoffs.Glowing light sources shall not be used at any time to provide or supplement functional light level requirements. • Loading and service area lighting shall be contained within the service yard boundaries and enclosures,and utilize cutoff light fixtures that are mounted no higher than the adjacent building.Wall mounted light fixtures will be permitted only if they have a 90 degree cut off to prevent glare. Examples of architecturallighting 1 • Security lighting shall be primarily accomplished by the ambient light levels created by the required site lighting elements. • Parking areas,access drives,and internal vehicular circulation areas shall be " illuminated by lighting fixtures with total cutoffs of 90 degrees.No spot lights are allowed for site lighting. Guidelines: , - • Architectural`wall washing"is highly encouraged. ,;fir • Pedestrian routes should utilize bollard-type lighting rather than pole lights. • Up lighting should be minimized to include architectural wall washing and - - architectural accenting only. • Lighting should be reduced after normal closing hours when the parking lot is not in use to only the bare essentials to provide security,building illumination,and ! • pathway marking. 31 Submittal Requirements Checklist • 1) Required Information ❑ Site Plan ❑ Grading Plan ❑ Include earthen berm contours ❑ Building Plans and Elevations ❑ Public Right-of-way Cross section ❑ Berm Elevations ❑ Paving Setback ❑ Building Elevations ❑ Material Specifications ❑ Fence Material I] Building Material ❑ Screen Material ❑ Plan Specifications for Proposed Signs: ❑ Building Signs ❑ Regulatory/Site Signs ❑ Directional Signs (if applicable) ❑ Monument Sign ❑ Signage Site Plan C Description of Proposed Work 2) Site Layout Standards (Page 14) ❑ Proposed Site Plan including the following: ❑ Building Location ❑ Building Orientation ❑ Setbacks ❑ Building Setbacks calculated from public right-of-way ❑ Paving Setbacks calculated from the public right-of-way 32 11 Setback landscaped and maintained in good condition Submittal Requirement Checklist ❑ Sidewalk/pedestrian routes ❑ Parking orientation and spaces ❑ Signage ❑ Driveways I I Vehicle and truck circulation routes within development i ❑ Screening for truck and trash areas 3) Parking and Driveways Page 18) ❑ 200 spaces maximum per parking area (Refer to figure 18.1 on page 18) ❑ 10 foot minimum landscaped median/dividers breaking up "rooms" of large parking fields (Refer to figure 18.1 on page 18) ❑ Building fronting I-35W, 50% minimum of parking located behind or within groups of buildings (See Figure 18.2 on page 18) ❑ 36" minimum landscaped berm in setback area along public right-of-way (See Figure 23.2 on page 23) ❑ Landscape screening between parking areas on adjacent parcels with berms and/or approved planting material. (Refer to pages 19 and 30) ❑ Utilize appropriate paving and landscape materials. (Page 19) ❑ Public space pavers to be terra cotta,pewter,natural/limestone or equal. ❑ Masonry or concrete permanent screening, finished to match adjacent building style for: ❑ Service Areas ❑ Trash Areas ❑ Utility Areas ❑ Retail truck loading docks facing I-35W ❑ Office truck loading docks facing 1-35W ❑ No wood or plastic fencing materials ❑ Screening wall, finished to match adjacent building style and/or landscaped berms for: ❑ Industrial looking docks and trailer storage 4) Landscaping ❑ Proposed Landscape Plan including the following: ❑ Existing tree locations and species 33 Submittal Requirement Checklist 4) Landscaping (continued ❑ Topography ❑ New plant species and locations ❑ Locations and dimensions of berm ❑ Detailed plant schedule ❑ Plant selection meeting the following requirements: ❑ Approved Plant List(Page 29) ❑ Zone specific guidelines (Pages 26-28) ❑ Preserve and enhance existing landscape features such as: ❑ Existing tree groves ❑ Creeks ❑ Waterways ❑ Interesting topography ❑ Landscaping in the right-of-way/landscape set back area designed to look as natural as possible by: ❑ Incorporating open mowed areas ❑ Native plant species ❑ Drought tolerant plant materials ❑ Project complies with urban forestry requirements ❑ South Zone Landscape Standards (Page 26) ❑ Use more compact planting materials ❑ Use street trees between sidewalks and auto.Lanes ❑ Buffer areas between sidewalk and parking ❑ Install groundcover/grasses in parking medians and small spaces 11 Install large pots to provide greenery in constrained spaces around building and parking lots. Submittal Requirement Checklist ❑ Central Zone Landscape Standards (Page 27) ❑ Use native and adaptive prairie planting materials (Page 29) ❑ Street trees clustered in small groups ❑ Small groups offset minimum (50) feet apart B ❑ Design shall have free flowing,natural,unstructured style. ❑ Shield and buffer parking areas with berms and planted native grasses in lieu of taller shrubbery. ❑ Pavement and hardscape areas accented with terra cotta having material or natural limestone with natural form and shape. C North Zone Landscape Standards (Page 28) 5) Lighting (Page 31) C Lighting Plan: ❑ Photometric Study including the following: ❑ Building Lights ❑ Site Lights ❑ Foot Candle (Fc) representation to and through property line ❑ 0.0 Fc at property line ❑ Overall pole height (including concrete base) ❑ Light Fixture Cut Sheets with complete field selections ❑ Full Cutoff fixtures ❑ Uniform color-temperature ❑ Site Lighting Plan ❑ Pole locations coordinated with landscape plan 11 Photographs of the Site and Existing Conditions Submittal Requirement Checklist 5) Lighting (Continued ❑ Lighting fixture type for entire development including: ❑ Pedestrian routes ❑ Driveways ❑ Parking ❑ Loading areas ❑ Building ❑ Fixture orientation and design has minimal glare from the fixture from: ❑ Within the site ❑ I-35W ❑ I-35W frontage roads. ❑ Architectural Lighting fulfills the following: ❑ Animates the building design ❑ Visibly promotes and reinforces pedestrian movement L✓ Provide indirect wall lighting ("wall washing"), overhead down lighting and interior illumination. ❑ All light fixtures have 90 degree (horizontal) cut offs. ❑ No spot lights for site lighting. L_ No glowing light sources to supplement light level requirements. ❑ Security light primarily achieved by ambient lights levels created by required site lighting elements.