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HomeMy WebLinkAbout(0088) ZC-21-237Date: February 8, 2021 Case Manager: Jamie DeAngelo Case Number: ZC-21-237 Text Amendment Council District: 8, 9 Owner /Applicant: The City of Fort Worth Request Request: An ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Fort Worth, being ordinance no. 21563, as amended, codified as Appendix "A" of the code of the City of Fort Worth, by amending Article 13 "Form Based Districts", of Chapter 4, "District Regulations" to amend sections related to the Near Southside District in its entirety to revise certain development and design standards in the Near Southside; providing that this ordinance shall be cumulative; providing a severability clause; providing a penalty clause; providing for publication in the official newspaper; and providing an effective date. Urban Design Commission: Staff Recommendation: Zoning Commission Recommendation: Recommendation Approval Approval Approval Table of Contents 1. Project Description and Background 2. Near Southside Text Amendments (Tracked Changes) 3. Recommendation Letter from Urban Design Commission Project Description and Background Staff is proposing Zoning Ordinance text amendments for the Near Southside Design Standards and Guidelines. The purpose of the amendments, as requested by Near Southside, Inc, is to add flexibility to the current code, maintain high standards of design, and to update exhibits and references. Changes are being recommended to the design standards in the Streets and Public Spaces, Building Location and Orientation, Building Height, and Architectural Standards sections of the code. Specifically, the amendments are as follows: Recommendations: 1) S.B. Streets and Other Public Spaces: • Add a requirement that landscaping in the street tree/furniture zone between the curb and pedestrian way should allow clear visibility from the street, and limit shrubs to be a max of 36" in height. • Remove table detailing the annual flat fee rate per residential dwelling unit and instead refer to fees listed in the Neighborhood and Community Park Dedication Policy. 2) S.C. Building Location and Orientation: Reduce rear minimum setback from 3 feet to 0 feet. • Adjust the requirement for pedestrian residential entrances to require street -level units to have pedestrian access on all public street frontages, rather than just `primary' streets. 3) S.D. Building Height: • Adjust rules about height to allow some elements to project above the height limit provided they do not exceed the roof height of the top story by more than 10 feet, do not occupy more than 25% of the roof area, and are set back at least 10 feet from the edge of the roof. These elements include: a. Elevator or stairway access to roof; b. Rooftop shade structure; c. Greenhouse; and d. Mechanical Equipment. 4) 5.17.7 Ground Floor Transparency • Adjust rules to ground floor transparency such that, for all ground floor nonresidential uses located along publicly accessible streets and other public spaces, glazing allowing views into the ground story use for a depth of at least 8 feet. Windows cannot be made opaque by window treatments (except operable sunscreen devices within the conditioned space). • Adjust rules for transparency to prohibit permanent interior window installations, including but not limited to security bars or glass blocks, unless otherwise approved with a waiver from the UDC. 5) S.F. Architectural Standards • Allow up to two mobile food vendors on a site in the Near Southside without requiring design plan approval by the UDC. � � •t' p, iJi 7 M, .� d f �1 Rey 'S� A�TLin .1 �?�r ��5 �,�-/P � � !l ✓'��iS�T Irrf ;y ,��y .3Et:I.��� .3g'� ,.. z' s ♦ ` _� F �.� N�� c:` li `'�'rs. �, *414M 11 4,L: � : i } `l. t l y t . d •( CM . �� r+,i►,'!� � Ill — — P 3R o i n 39 9 n �� r�� , - i �L#� M I � ll• a �( �, TABLE OF CONTENTS A. Near Southside District Background B. Promoting Revitalization with Form -Based Code A. Intent B. General Development Principles (4) (5) a (6) (6) A Intent (g) (8) (8) (9) (11) MtEBMli1\E R0kr/3!UO R In I HLI I NO UJI0, ®ZMOE1��� A. Van iples�B. er Public Spaces ndards adsides 3. Roadside Elements 4. Public Parks and Plazas 5. Public Art C. Building Location and Orientation 1. Base Setback Standards 2. Contextual Setback Standards 3. Pedestrian Entrances 4. Fencing 5. Drive -Through Standards 6. Sky Bridges D. Building Height 1. Height Guideline 2. Building Heights 3. Building Heights Along Primary Streets 4. Height Bonus Requirements 5. Fairmount Transitional Height Plane OW (12) (16) (20) (22) (26) (40) (45) E 1 Parking and Driveways 1. Off -Street Parking Requirements 2. Surface Parking Cap 3. Surface Parking Lots 4. Maximum Surface Parking Lot Frontage 5. Surface Parking Screening 6. Scaled Residential Garages 7. Structured Parking and Multi- Level Garages 8. Driveway Locations 9. Drop -Off and Loading Zone Areas (48) (50) (72) A. Mi Use quirement for Large Developments (74) B. Spe quirements for "N" and "R" Zones (76) C. Pe fitted Land Use (77) 4 r----� ti Th ar So side is located just south of Downtown Fort Worth and is the city's second largest em center, with over 40,000 workers, many of whom are employed in the health care indus Ithough commonly recognized today as the "Medical District," the area has historically been a mixed -use district with diverse neighborhoods and eclectic destinations. The area's remaining historic buildings — with their architectural diversity, human -scale design, and wide range of locally -owned businesses — reflect this storied past. Near Southside Inc. (NSI), formerly Fort Worth South, Inc., is a non-profit redevelopment corporation, has worked since 1996 with the City of Fort Worth and other community groups to promote the area's revitalization in a way that builds on this history and capitalizes on the district's eclectic, mixed -use, human -scale character to create a competitive advantage in attracting new residents and businesses. Urban design (i.e., the design of buildings, streets, and other public spaces, and the interrelationships among those elements) will continue to be a major factor in determining the district's economic, social, and cultural sustainability. Promoting the sustainability of neighborhoods and commercial districts is a primary goal for the City of Fort Worth. (4) Near Southside District 1.B. Promoting Revitalization with Form -Based Development Standards As reflected in the City's Comprehensive Plan (which includes the FSWI-NSI strategic plan by reference), + NSI and the City have long recognized the importance of urban design in real- izing revitalization goals for the Near Southside. As in the past, the district's future character will largely be determined by the individual design decisions made by hundreds of property owners, businesses, and residents over the following decades. The City's zoning regulations and other development standards play perhaps the most influential role in guiding these decisions, and, as a result, in shaping the Near Southside's character, quality of life, and sustainability. For decades, zoning regulations, street design requirements, and other development standards have worked against urban design and redevelopment goals for the Near Southside and other central city districts. In response, the City adopted new form -based "MU" mixed -use zoning classifications, and, in certain central city areas such as Downtown and Panther Island, created new urban design districts with tailored development standards and guideline that promote development that is consistent with the contextual design goals for those/ ctive areas FWS+ NSI has worked with property owners to promote desire through rezoning to the "MU" classifications; and second, tl�j/ design guidelines. Although the effects of these past efforts h comprehensive update of the district's developm*1standard, Near Southside urban design district overseen l to promote the district's continued revitalization, • The patchwork of singl allow or promote a mix City's Comp e growt er." • Outda developme that cha terizes the competiti dvantag ways: first, rmal sary ing districts did not in the is designated as a "mixed -use the type of pedestrian -oriented urban design memorable areas and serves as a • The patch of ing districts threatened redevelopment momentum by failing to create a pre. ctab sstment environment in which property owners could confidently invest in redevelop ent projects that conformed to the district's vision and be reasonably assured that zoning standards would require compatible development on adjacent properties. • The wide range of conditions within the district — from lower density residential neighborhoods to large institutional campuses — required a more tailored approach than simply applying all of the "MU" standards throughout the area. • Design excellence, administrative flexibility, and timely approval of conforming projects would best be promoted through a development review process overseen by a well -qualified design review board, as demonstrated by the Downtown Urban Design District process. • This illustrated document uses photographs and other images in an effort to create a user- friendly manual for use by professional developers as well as non -experts. The standards and guidelines contained are largely based on the form -based standards of the "MU" classifications. Form -based standards differ from conventional zoning standards in their emphasis on shaping the form of buildings and public spaces rather than the segregation of different land uses. Near Southside District (5) SECTION 2. GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES 2.A. Intent The Near Southside will become a vibrant, mixed -use, urban district if certain general development principles shape its redevelopment. The following principles serve as the basis for the standards and guidelines contained in this document. Development projects are evaluated with respect to the principles, in addition to the pertinent standards and guidelines. 2.13. General Development Principles 1 2 3 4 Promote a pedestrian -oriented urban form: In contrast to conventional zoning standards that place primary emphasis on the regulation of land uses, the Near Southside development standards and guidelines focus on promoting a walkable, urban form of development, consistent with the district's historic urban character. The focus on form prom es buildings that conform to tested urban design principles, and that adapt to changin ions over time. Maximize connectivity and access: The Near Souths requires a truly multi -modal circulation network in wf conveniently walk, drive, bike, or ride public transportat the district. Development standards andXidelines are and street designs that balance thestraation mo all residents and visitors, including thosebilitie: Require excellen civic art) and of I urban ener ization d visitors may and outside of IIIIII&Ole blocks Fulessibility for An of the m (bui�on Fort Worth's history of hront pu c spac e most successful and memorable which waing do e street is appealing. Streets, plazas, Id be rtable and inviting, and buildings fronting those sting at the pedestrian level. Providing a medium or various household types and income levels is critical to using typologies reflect historical residential patterns and ons espoused. Promotgoofreservation and creation of distinctive neighborhoods that provide divers an housing options: The vision for the Near Southside places high priority on the creation of mixed -use, mixed -income neighborhoods that include townhouses, apartments, condominiums, and supporting neighborhood -scale businesses. Providing a large number of units and options for various household types and income levels is critical to the district's success. Providing a medium scale and infill residential options for various household types and income levels is critical to the district. The Missing Middle housing typologies reflect historical residential patterns and create diverse housing options espoused. 5. Support existing Near Southside businesses: The Near Southside development standards and guidelines should support the success of existing businesses. (6) Near Southside District 6. Encourage adaptive reuse port the res tion of h ri ally significant buildings: The Near S de i des histo cant b gs that should be incorporated into new ev ment ojects. T develo standards and guidelines are intended to njunc wi he City's toric P servation Ordinance to encourage preser and a ere cant gs. 7. Encour creativity, hite ral diversity, and exceptional design: The Near Southside develop standard d gui s promote high quality design, and the development review pro s promo flexi ity. Standards and guidelines, as well as the development review proc are ' nded to support creativity and exceptional design while discouraging uniformity. 8. Promote sustainable development that minimizes negative impacts on natural resources: Creating a walkable, mixed -use, high -density, central city district supports sustainable development by providing an alternative to low -density development in peripheral areas. In accordance with sustainable development principles, the Near Southside's buildings, transportation systems, and public spaces should be designed to minimize negative impacts on air and water quality and promote innovation in environmental design. 9. Encourage the integration of public art into public and private development: Public art should be integrated into architecture, streetscapes, and public spaces. Public art will enhance the built environment and contribute to the area's success in attracting new residents and businesses. Near Southside District (7) SECTION 3. ADMINISTRATION 3.A. Intent The development standards and guidelines included in this document are intended to be clear, concise, and user-friendly. The development review process is intended to be predictable and flexible, and to facilitate the timely approval of conforming projects. 3.13. Relationship to Other Regulatory Documents The Near Southside (NS) Development Standards and Guidelines document is intended to minimize references to other sections of the City's Zoning and Subdivision ordinances. Developers are responsible, however, for reviewing and complying with all pertinent zoning and subdivision standards, including those not directly referenced in this document. There are two notable references to other sections of the Zoning Ordinance: a) the Historic Preservation Ordinance (Chapter 4, Article 5), whic des e procedures and requirements related to the preservation and reuse of his all nificant buildings; and, b) Off -Street Parking and Loading (Chapter 6, Ar ' All development must comply with all federal,KLarks nty, i lations. H Ily designated properties must comply with requssoci with those de tions (e.g., Fairmount Historic District properties must cohat dis is design guidelines as well as processes required by the and Cultur Co n). 3.C. Def aWINO Pf "St " and " idelines" De ent Stan are 'ect�le regulations, often illustrated through diagrams and hes, with w all ects mu comply. Unless noted as a guideline, all provisions in this doc ent are de pme dards. If a project of exceptional design is clearly consistent with the Stan Dev pme rinciples but does not conform to a certain development standard, the Urban sign C mission (UDC) may approve a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) that cites the pr ompliance with those principles. (For projects not conforming to the height and setba egulations, a variance approved by the Board of Adjustment is also required; see Development Review section below.) Development Guidelines are more subjective statements though 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 UDC will work with developers to explore design approaches that maximize conformance with guidelines. The UDC shall not deny a Certificate of Appropriateness solely because a project fails to comply with a guideline. (8) Near Southside District 3.D. Development Review Process 1. Projects subject to review: All private REVIEW OF PUBLIC PROCESS construction projects, with the exception of interior construction or exterior in -kind replacement work, are subject to review by the Development Services Department and/ or the Urban Design Commission (UDC) o u for compliance with the NS Standards and ° Guidelines. All buildings, streets, and public spaces by public entities are also subject to review. 2. Administrative Review VS. UDC Review: Projects that are clearly consistent with all applicable development principles and that Proposed West Roe stre ' clear) conform to all standards may be n pe improvements Y Y (Rendering b & urges ). approved administratively by the Development In ad private construction ects, public Services Director without UDC review. Staff projects s as stre and streets may administratively approve waivers from improveme r t to review istency roadside design elements for properties with the stan s and guidelines. located along a street that is planned for a sponsored streetscape proj Because of the unique age n s of the o Is, st ay also approve appropriate hospital sign that iates fro the dime al standards. The UDC shall review pro' equir er tion or di retiona judgment with respect to the project's com ' e with s rds gu s. The C shall als view he following: kybridge ee on 4.C.6) ive-thr h Facilities (see Section 5.D.5.) • i od Courts (see Section 4.F.8.) • ment Signs (see Section 4.F.9.a) 3. Urban Design Commission (UDC): The UDC is a nine -member body appointed by the City Council and charged with the administration of urban design districts. As stated above, the UDC shall review projects that require interpretation or discretionary judgment with respect to the project's compliance with standards and guidelines. The Zoning Ordinance specifies that UDC appointees should be knowledgeable about fundamental principles of urban design. Furthermore, at least six of the nine appointees shall be practicing professionals from the fields of architecture, landscape architecture, urban design or planning, real estate, or law. At least one of the nine regular member appointees must be a practicing or retired professional in the field of history, architectural history, or other discipline related to historic preservation. The Development Services Director serves as staff advisor to the UDC. Near Southside District (9) 3.D. Development Review Process (cont.) 4. Certificates of Appropriateness (COA): The Development Services Director or UDC will issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for approved public and private projects. In exceptional cases the UDC may approve a COA if a project is clearly consistent with applicable development principles but does not conform to a certain development standard(s) or guideline(s). The COA for such projects must describe the projects' compliance with applicable principles. 5. Required Information: The full list of required materials is included in the Near Southside District application available from the City's Development Services Department, 817-392-8000, www.fortworthtexas.gov/developmentservices/urban-design. In general, the following information is required, as applicable: Developers are strongly encouraged to present conceptual plans for large and/or multi -phase projects at an early stage to facilitate timely review during the final design phase. (10) Near Southside District 6. Review of Phased Projects: To minimize review steps for phased development projects, the UDC may approve a COA for all phases provided that the applicant submits drawings that depict the initial phase as well as all future phases. The COA is valid for two years from the date of approval. 7. Variances to Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances' Property Development Standards: The UDC is authorized to approve appropriate exceptions to the vast majority of the NS Standards and Guidelines, provided a project complies with applicable development principles. The UDC may allow additional flexibility for projects of exceptional civic or environmental design. Any waiver of basic property development standards related to building heights or setbacks, however, requires a variance approved by the Board of Adjustment. Similarly, vacations of public rights -of -way and any waivers of subdivision requirements require approval by the Citv Plan Commission. Variances, vacations, and subdivision waivers should be See Section 4 for development zone map with parcels Near Southside District (11) SECTION 4. REGULATING PLAN 4.A. Intent and Principles The Near Southside Regulating Plan functions similarly to both the Zoning Ordinance map and the Master Thoroughfare Plan map. The NS Regulating Plan includes maps that depict the boundaries of different types of development zones, as well as maps identifying the location and classification of thoroughfares. These maps serve as a guide for determining which development standards and guidelines apply to a development project. A unified section that classifies both development zones and streets is intended to promote coordination among land use, urban design, and transportation decisions, which is an essential strategy in creating a vibrant, livable, mixed -use district. The following principles guide the content of the Regulating Plan. DEVELOPMENT ZONES 1. Draw development zone boundaries so as to enhance the character of existing neighborhoods and commercial districts while also promotin higher -density, mixed -use redevelopment in appropriate location V10 2. Draw development zone boundaries to promote a la residential units in order to create a "live, work, play" eri neighborhood 3 Draw development zone boundaries to businesses that warrant tailored developme operational requirements. HISTORIC PROPE 4. F re4 and I appli 5. F ;rer new a to supp( ns and their unique >i cant buildings into i o oUperties on the Regulating Plan istoric Preservation Ordinance and e psi ation of currently unprotected historic properties and their identifying the most eligible properties on the Regulating tion on those properties becomes available. CIRCULATION NETWORK AND STREET DESIGN 6. Preserve the existing urban street grid to maximize street connectivity for vehicles, pedestrians, public transportation, and bicycles. The grid promotes efficient circulation and provides a wide range of mobility options. 7. Limit vacations of existing public rights -of -way, including streets and alleys, only to situations where there is no adverse impact to future circulation and desirable redevelopment, or in cases where such vacations are absolutely necessary for an exceptional redevelopment project that is clearly consistent with the general development principles. 8. Utilize context -sensitive street design that gives equal consideration to redevelopment and mobility goals. (12) Near Southside District 4.A. Intent and Principles (cont.) 1. How to Use the Regulating Plan 1. Locate the subject property on the applicable development zone and historic properties map in Section 4.B. Sample section of development zone map. See pages J 16-19. z ' 2. Identify the property's development zone and any applicable historic designations. Near Southside District (13) 4.A. Intent and Principles (cont.) 1. How to Use the Regulating Plan (cont.) 3. Locate the subject property on the primary and main street map in Section 4.C. 4. Identify subject property and adjacent primary and/or main streets if any. 5. Refer to Sections 5-7 for applicable standards and guidelines related to streets, streetscapes, public spaces, sites, and buildings. 6. Refer to Chapter 4, Article 5 of the Zoning Ordinance for regulations pertaining to historic properties. 7. Refer to all other referenced sections of the Zoning Ordinance or other regulatory manuals. (14) Near Southside District 4.A. Intent and Principles (cont.) 2. The Transect Classification System The diagram below illustrates the "Transect" that serves as the basis for many form -based development codes. The Transect diagram shows a continuous cross-section of human habitats, from rural to urban. Transect zones "74: General Urban" and 75: Urban Center" are most consistent with the redevelopment vision for the Near Southside. (The development standards for T4 and T5 are very similar to those for the MU-1 and MU-2 zoning districts, respectively.) T4 and T5 zones, as well as special neighborhood and institutional/industrial zones are shown on the development zone maps in the following section. R U R A L I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I _IV -I I I U R B A Nm MIN f Dr.. NATURAL RURAL SUB -URBAN GENERALURBANr URBAN CENTER ZONE ZONE ZONE ZONE ZONE Source: SmartCode v8.0, Duany Plater-Zyberk & Company r- URBAN CORE , ZONE Near Southside District (15) r::IIIIIIII: I.g IF i ommm r: C mm �� 2. Northeast Quadrant �'���' ��•. � � �� ; � �� ; �E � � •�' ■ � I � ,........... ......... COOPER : ..::::::::::: ::::H�::::::::: TS�I ::::::::: :::::: � :::::::_ � � ....::: :...:::. _�� �_—� �Ca QQ Q� Basic Developme , \ IWEST .._..,I � ,. � _ \ �� �rn � � ���---- HISTORIC PROPERTIES (Refer to of Zoning Ordinance Ch. 4, Art. 5) 0 Local Desiqnations HSE - Highly Significant Endangered HC - Historic and Cultural Landmark DD - Demolition Delay I � � ti� >> 00 N � h = �' ~ O� =z Standards (Standards and guidelines are listed in Sections 5-7.) T4 20-ft. maximum front setback 18-foot minimum farade height 3 stories max. if single use 5 stories max. w/ public space or mix of uses 6 stories max. w/ public space and mix of uses Parking behind or beside buildings T5 20-foot maximum front setback 18-foot minimum fa�ade height 5 stories max. if single use 8 stories w/ public space or mix of uses 10 stories w/ public space and mix of uses Parking behind or beside buildings �Neighborhood zone No single-use non-residential 3 stories max., 4 stories w/ public space or mix of uses �Institutional/Industrial zone Flexible driveway and entrance standards R Restricted zone No bars or industrial � uses; see p. 44. Near Southside District (17) -.A!ck mE u i 4.C. Circulation Network and Street Design 1. Primary Streets and Main Street Map 5.D.2 5.D.3 Main Streets — Walkable, mixed -use streets of moderate to high density. These are primary destination streets with active ground floor uses and on -street parking, and are comfortable and safe for bicyclists. For specific provisions that apply along a Primary Street, reference sections: 5.B.2.b. 5.B.3.d. 5.C.2.a. 5.C.5.c. 5. E.8. 5.F.7.d. 5.F.7.f. (20) Near Southside District 2. CFW Master Thoroughfare Plan (MTP) Enlargement - Near Southside For more information and details on these classifications and for the city's long-range plan for major transportation facilities in the City of Fort Worth, please reference the Master Thoroughfare Plan, found here: http://fortworthtexas.gov/mtp/ Near Southside District (21) SECTION 5. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES 5.A. Intent and Principles This section includes standards and guidelines related to the orientation and configuration of streets, public spaces, buildings, sites, and parking facilities. The purpose of these standards and guidelines is to promote high quality, pedestrian -oriented, sustainable development that adapts to changing conditions over time, without dictating architectural style. The following principles provide the basis for the development standards and guidelines. STREETS AND PUBLIC SPACES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Design all streets and sidewalks to prom serve as the Near Southside's most hea, Balance the circulation re and pedestrians in tl strategies to achie e it vehicles, bicycles, text -sensitive design ch as striped bike lanes, on roads that r less experienced or slow riders. construction in the design and construction of roadside designs to allow easy maintenance. 09M parking in as many areas as possible to support district businesses traffic speeds. Adhere to time -tested roadside design strategies that create walkable streets, including shade trees and pedestrian lights located along the curb, between the roadway and the walkway. 8. Provide a wide range of public spaces (in addition to comfortable sidewalks), including neighborhood -oriented pocket parks, community gathering places, and recreational facilities. 9. Incorporate elements into public spaces that engage all age groups, including young children and the elderly. Near Southside District On -street parking, wider sidewalks, street trees, and outdoor dining areas will help create the district's most appealing and heavily used public spaces. _ ` wing supports retail and restaurants and also provides a traffic buffer for pedestrians. A network of public spaces that includes both smaller plazas and larger parks is a key element in urban districts. Near Southside District (GJI The principles support active streets with ground level uses that are oriented to public sidewalks. ed behind or to the side of buildings are with the district's urban character. Historically significant buildings help define the district and should be incorporated into new projects. (24) Near Southside District 5.A. Intent and Principles (cont.) SITES AND BUILDINGS 1. Design sites and buildings, and the lower floors of buildings in particular, so that they promote pedestrian activity and provide an active, human -scale, continuous, pedestrian -oriented street edge along public sidewalks. 2. Design buildings and sites that provide visual variety and enhance the Near Southside's overall sense of place. 3. Build distinctive neighborhoods that enhance local identity. 4. Promote building scale that enhances the public realm, and promote new buildings that complement the scale of neighboring structures, particularly adjacent historic buildings. R Q Locate and design surface parking lots, individual garages, and large parking gar as to reduce their visual impact and/or to create public amenities (e.g., �;e environmental features). Design and orient buildings on Magnolia, Park Place, West Pennsylvania, 8th Avenue, and Vickery so as to support t Southside's primary pedestrian -oriented commercial di i 7. Encourage the use of durable, attractive mat reuse of buildings. 8. Design buildings that reflect th treasured historic buildinu%*# 9. Without dictating arch ._u 10. En 11. Design` to prom s so etic or It, as the district's most designs that contribute to gs to be of exceptional design quality. inimize negative impacts on air and water quality and ronment. Near Southside District (25) 5.13. Streets and Other Public Spaces 1. Street Standards a. Main Streets Main Street Local with Angled Parking ROW = 100'-110' 10' 55 5.5' 10' min. min. —20'(varies byangle) 15' 15'—20'(varies byangle) min. min. Pedestrian _ M Parking Travel Travel Parking _ m Pedestrian C C Curb -to -Curb =65'-V Main Street 2-lane Local or Coll ROW - AY-90' 10' 5.5' S' S' 5.5' 10' min. min. 8' min. 1' 11' min._.,6jjjppMnn. Pedestrian 6' Parking Bike* Travel Bike* Pedestr c & c ,2 C to 50" 2 199-1 ICE maybe used if bike lanes are not feasible. See Section 4.C. for proposed bike lane streets. Main Street 3-lane Collector or MinorArterial ROW 60'-100' 10' 5.5' S' S' SS 1(y min. min. 8' min. 11' 1 11' 1 11' min. 8' min. Imin. Walkway N ParkinglBikel Travel I Turn Lane I Travel Bike* Parking rn Walkway E Curb -to -Curb = 49'-60' I � I ry ry " I Imo. I *Wideroutside lanes may be used if bike lanes are not feasible. See Section 4.C.for proposed bike lane streets. NOTES: 1) The City's Traffic Engineer is authorized to approve modifications to cross-section dimensions in response to site -specific constraints. ) Near Southside District a. Main Streets (cont j Main Street 4-lane Minor Arterial ROW = 40'-115' 10' 5.5' S' 5' 5.5' 1(Y min. I min. 8' Imin.1 I I 11' I ill 1 11' 1 min. 8' min. I min. Pedestrian r Parking jBike-I Travel I Travel I Travel I Travel I Bike" Parking Pedestrian 7 SO piC Curb -to -Curb = 60'-75' I I I I I 1 "Wider outside lanes may be used if bike lanes are not feasible. See Section 4.C.for propM Main Street M rial ROW =105' S' lo' 5.5' min. min. 8' 11' 1' Varies 1' Pedestrian Parking Bi Travel Median Travel L Curb -to -Curb 5' 5.5' la i min. min. ke" Parking �+ Pedestrian "Wider outside lanes may be used if bike lanes are not feasible. See Section 4.C.for proposed bike lane streets F,I 16-A NOTES: 1) The City's Traffic Engineer is authorized to approve modifications to cross-section dimensions in response to site -specific constraints. Near Southside District (27) 5.13. Streets and Other Public Spaces (cont.) 1. Street Standards (cont.) b. Mixed -Use Streets Mixed -Use Local ROW =60WO' 5' 5.5' 5.5' 5 min.i min. 8` 1 11" ill 81 min. I min. m , Parking Travel Travel Parking m R 8 8 a Curb-to-Curb=38' ,2 a Mixed -Use 2-Lane Collector ROW =60'-90' 10 5' 5.5' 5' 5' 5.5' min. min. 8' min. 11" JL[11' min. i m Parking Bike* Travel ravel Bik,-1 Parkin - vo E � �5 ["urh-r nrh- a I t J �-1010 outside lariliftljosed if bike lanes are not feasible. See Section 4.C. for proposed bike lane streets. Mixed -Use 2-Lane Collector ROW = 60'-9(Y 5' 5.5' 5' 5' 5.5' 5 min.1 min. 8" min. 11' 11' min. 8" min. min. m Parking Bjkc-T Travel T Travel T Bike-T Parking m w N L dl L u�i Curb -to -Curb= 38"50' [i *Wider outside lanes may be used if bike lanes are not feasible. See Section 4.C. for proposed bike lane streets. NOTES: 1) The City's Traffic Engineer is authorized to approve modifications to cross-section dimensions in response to site -specific constraints. ) Near Southside District b. Mixed -Use Streets (cont.) Mixed -Use 4-lane Minor Arterial ROW = 80'-115' 5' 5.5' 5' min.i min. 8' min. 11' 11' 11' 11 m ds s Parking jBikel Travel I Travel I Travel Trav p vb Curb -to -Curb = 50'-75' "Wider outside lanes may be used if bike lanes are not feasible. See Section 4.C. 5' 5.5' 5 min. 8' min. j min. BikeParking o- 5. N bike Mixed -Us 'or Arterial ROW 5' ILI min. min. 8' m' 11' V s 11' min. mir 3 P ike" Tra Travel M Tr Travel arking �' 3 F Curb-to-Cu 75'-95' H 2 r "Wider outside lanes maybe used if bike lanes are not feasible. See Section 4.C.for proposed bike lane streets. NOTES: VP_ 1) The City's Traffic Engineer is authorized to approve modifications to cross-section dimensions in response to site -specific constraints. Near Southside District (29) 5.13. Streets and Other Public Spaces (cont.) 1. Street Standards (cont.) c. Commercial Streets Commercial Local or Collector ROW = 50'-60' 5' 5.5' 5.5' 5 min I min. —16' —16 min. min. 3 Travel Travel ay Curb -to -Curb - 28'-32' Commercial 4-lane Minor ROW = 70' 5' 5.5' S.5' min. min. 13' 1 11' 11' 1 13' it Travel I Travel ravel Travel Y � 3 E 3 Commercial Major Arterial ROW - W-100' s 5.5' 5.5' 5 in, min,, min. 13' 11' Varies 11' t 13' min, Imin. Travel I Travel t Median TTravel T Travel Q Y L N L _ Curb -to -Curb - 58'-68' 2 NOTES: 1) The City's Traffic Engineer is authorized to approve modifications to cross-section dimensions in response to site -specific constraints. (30) Near Southside District dd. Alleys 1. Alleys shall conform to all standards contained in the Subdivision Ordinance, Traffic Design Manual and Water & Sewer Design Manual. Near Southside District (ji ) 5.13. Streets and Other Public Spaces (cont.) 2. Public Roadsides a. Roadside Design Options 1. Dual Planting Strips I 2. Wide Planting Strip 3. Narrow Planting Strip 4. Sidewalk Planter Roadside Width - Total width of pedestrian way and street tree/furniture zone (see 5.B.2.b for minimums). 20+ feet I 13-15 feet Pedestrian Way NS 5 ft. minimum 5 ft. minimum Paved (6 ft. if adjacent (6 ft. if acent Walkway to angled parking) to angl rking) to Hemphill Corridor 7 ft mu 7 ft. Paved Walkway ween Along rty 10-20 feet ft. m' um 5 ft. minimum aw,nt ed parking) 7-10 ftigMimum 5-10 ft. minimum Along property Along property line, or line, or along planting along planting strip if sidewalk strip if sidewalk seating or display seating or display is located along is located along property line. property line. Street Tree/Furniture Zone - Located along the curb; includes street trees, pedestrian lights, and other elements. Plante Min 5.5 ft. wide Min 8 ft. wide Min 5.5 ft. wide Min 5 ft. x 5 ft (each) tree well Tree Spacing 5.B.3.a --------------- Ped Light Spacing 5.B.3.c --------------- Other elements 5.B.3.d 25-35 ft (Must be min. 10 ft from bldg.) ----------------------- 60 ft maximum ----------------------- -Irrigated groundcover -Fire hydrants (32) Near Southside District 15-35 ft 60 ft maximum ------------------------ -Irrigated groundcover -Fire hydrants 15-35 ft 60 ft maximum ----------------------- -Irrigated groundcover -Bike racks -Trash bins -Benches -Wayfinding signs -Sidewalk tables and displays 15-35 ft 60 ft maximum ----------------------- -Bike racks -Trash bins -Benches -Wayfinding signs -Sidewalk tables and displays 2. Public Roadsides (cont.) b. Projects subject to roadside standards — All new construction projects, as well as major renovations in which the: 1. Gross floor area to be renovated exceeds 10,000 sf, and 2. Value of the renovation exceeds the appraised value (per Tarrant Appraisal District records) of the property's improvements prior to renovation. c. Minimum roadside widths for new construction projects — To accommodate the required minimum widths for street tree/furniture zones and pedestrian ways, minimum roadside width standards apply. These standards apply regardless of the available public right-of-way. Where insufficient right-of-way exists, the ped trian way shall extend onto private property, with a public sidewalk easement ed. The roadside shall be measured from the back of the curb to the o edge of the pedestrian way (closest to the building facade). "Commercial" and "Mixed -Use" streets — 10. "Main" streets — 15 ft 3. Roadside Elements a. Street trees ,e pation standards set forth ,s c n be applied towards mitigation so apply. nt shall provide shade trees within the street Street tr s shall be a minimum of three (3) inch caliper and placed 15-35 et rt on center, depending on the trees' size at maturity.* (See the list prng for spacing standards, and the spacing note on the bottom of p. 33.) Where necessary, spacing exceptions may be made to accommodate mature trees, curb cuts, fire hydrants and other infrastructure elements. 4. To maximize survival rates, trees shall be planted to ensure proper drainage and shall be irrigated. 5. Low maintenance tree planter systems, such as pervious pavers or planting strips, shall be used. Tree grates collect trash and damage trees and are not a low maintenance system. 6. Street trees shall be pruned to allow 8-foot clearance for pedestrians. 7. Trees shall be planted at the time of development, although the planting schedule may be extended to allow planting during the fall/winter season. Near Southside District (33) 5.13. Streets and Other Public Spaces 3. Roadside Elements (cont.) a. Street trees (cont.) Best Small Canopy (Min. 15' spacing) Redbud Mexican Plum Eve's Necklace Medium Canopy (Min. 25' spacing) Caddo Maple Bald Cypress Large Canopy (Min. 35' spacing) Texas Red Oak Shumard Oak Live Oak Durand Oak Lacebark Elm Cedar Elm b. Pedestian Way 1.The pedestrianjanexas ave walkways a mf 5 feet shall comply with .mption: IWr re ation'rIIWon perties wi xistin f sidewalks. 2. ving mjririals shall be attractive and ea ain. Appropriate materials: •I�oncrete • Pervious concrete • Masonry pavers over concrete base • Similarly durable materials that meet City standards 3. Landscaae Dlantina in the Street Tree/ Furniture Zone between the curb and pedestrian way should allow clear visibilitv from the street. Shrubs to be a max 36" in height. Medium Canopy (Min. 25' spacing) Ginkgo Large Canopy (Min. 35' spacing) Pecan Prohibited Hackberry Sycamore Silver Maple Mulberry Siberian Elm Mimosa Arizona Ash Willow Bradford Pear Chinese Pistach Street tree/furniture Pedestrian Way zone (Clear walkway, (Trees, Lights, Awnings and other Bike Racks,Tables) shade elements) j (34) Near Southside District 3. Roadside Elements (cont.) c. Pedestrian Lights 1. New public and private development shall provide pedestrian lights within the roadside's street tree/furniture zone. • Any new structure larger of 10,000 sq. ft. in NS-T4 shall have street lighting requirement under NS-T4 (installation of pedestrian street lighting shall be required) • NS-T4H require non -flood lighting sufficient to cover pedestrian areas in front of property or business, but not beyond the curb, and per City code may not be more than 3,000 kelvin. • New or rehabilitated structures may not need to install pedestrian street lighting as outlined in Section 5,13, 3,c; however, lighting for pedestri s in and around property is required. Lighting must blend into t itectural elements of the structure. These lighting elements shall e prov y either UDC, Planning Department and if necessary Land missio • Any new lighting to meet this requirement sha e in the form of fl lighting, intermediate or strobe lighting. 2. Pedestrian lights shall be located approximately at the midpoint between tin trees and spaced a m 60 feet apart.* (See note Whe ecessa spacing exceptions m e m e to re t and , fire 3. GNnfinuity es • of htin ylethroughout a borh is encouraged. uld be durable and easy to ain or replace. Since its inception, Near Southside, Inc. has worked with developers to install pedestrian lights as part of new construction projects, including this development along College Avenue. The roadside standards in this section promote the installation of lights throughout the Near Southside. 14 Near Southside District (35) 5.13. Streets and Other Public Spaces 3. Roadside elements (cont.) d. Guidelines for other roadside elements 1. Bike racks, trash bins, and seating should be incorporated into streetscape designs on "Main Streets" and other streets with high levels of pedestrian activity. Continuity of style throughout a neighborhood is encouraged. These elements should be durable, cost effective, and easy to maintain. 2. Transit shelters should: • Be located in areas with a high level of pedestrian activity, but shall not impede pedestrian traffic or wheelchair circulation. Provide comfortable seating and should not use the standard, stand-alone advertising benches seen at many bus stops. Where feasible, incorporate other streetscape elements, su water fountains, newspaper boxes, trash bins, and/or si ge Reflect design excellence and should be d simple utilitarian fixtures. Creative and timc complement other streetscape furnishings Be constructed of durable, are easy to maintain. * If no pedestrian ligh end of the block too accommodate public sure from the curb intersection to or lights exist, measure Bike racks that are easy to recognize, attractive, and simple to use help make the Near Southside bike -friendly, providing convenience and security. (36) Near Southside District 5.13. Streets and Other Public Spaces (cont.) 4. Public Parks and Plazas a. Park Dedication Policy — The City's Neighborhood and Community Park dedication policy has been updated, revised and effective March 1, 2019. If the proposed residential development falls within the Central City, the developer shall pay, in accordance with the Neighborhood and Community Park Dedication Policy, a Central City Flat Fee per each additional residential dwelling unit in lieu of a land dedication and associated fees. Fees will be assessed at the time of building permitting. Fees must be paid before a building permit will be issued. If mutually agreed between the Developer and the Park & Recreation Department, credits against this fee may be granted when there is public or private parkland proposed for the site and/or when park facility development is proposed. Agreements concerning parkland classification and acceptability, and determinations of allowable fee credits, must be formalized prior to release of the first building permit. The Central City Flat Fee is based on current costs for land acquisitio and park development and may be adjusted administratively on an annual basis up to the amount of change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Any fee increase or decre r than the CPI shall require the approval of the City Council. b. Plazas — PlaJPWe urban public spaces that are more formal than parks and have a higher degree of har surfaces and pedestrian traffic. Guideline for impervious surface area: Maximum 40 percent. c. Parks — Parks are open spaces that have less hard surface and pedestrian traffic than plazas. Parks typically include both active and passive recreation areas. Guideline for impervious surface area: Maximum 20 percent. d. Hours — Publicly and privately maintained public spaces shall be publicly accessible during daylight hours. Access may be limited at other times. Near Southside District (37) 5.13. Streets and Other Public Spaces (cont.) 4. Public Parks and Plazas (cont.) e. Design guidelines — Publicly and privately developed public spaces should conform to the following guidelines, to the extent possible. 1. Design all public spaces other than large recreational parks to be human - scale and visually interesting. 2. Locate and design public spaces so that they are clearly visible and easily accessible. 3. Incorporate space -defining and active edges — such as multi -story fagades with ground floor restaurants — but avoid blank walls. Cafes and shops that attract pedestrians are ideal edge uses. 4. Plan for prevailing sun angles and climatic conditions. 5. Avoid locating public spaces on corner lots. buildings that establish a strong urban street 6. Avoid sunken plazas and architectural be to promote use. 7. Provide flexible space for pri they do not appear barren whe bet suited for nts; th often fail design such s kning. s so that ns, public display natural shade and/or to soften hardscape The standards and guidelines encourage a variety of public spaces on the Near Southside, ranging from the type of active urban plazas and more passive and heavily landscaped urban neighborhood parks shown here. . (38) Near Southside District 5.13. Streets and Other Public Spaces (cont.) 5. Public Art Guidelines a. Public art in private projects — Where feasible, developers are encouraged to integrate art into the design process for buildings and public spaces. b. Public art in public projects — Public agencies are encouraged to integrate art in the design of all publicly visible infrastructure, including retaining walls and public spaces. c. Fort Worth Art Commission assistance — The Fort Worth Art Commission may assist with identifying appropriate artists and/or advise on selection processes for projects. 3e firefighter boots 3 was funded LbA -ogram. In aaai to City projects, I Near Southside District (39) 5.C. Building Location and Orientation 119 1. Base Setback Standards New buildings shall be located in relation to the boundaries of their lots according to the setback standards listed below and depicted to the right. FRONT SETBACK 0 ft. min., 20 ft. max. except as described in Section 5.C.2. below. SIDE SETBACK 0 ft. min., except as described in Section 5.C.2.e. below. REAR SETBACK 8 ft. m9mmr 0 ft. min. CORNER SETBACK 5' x 5' dedication when required by Section 5.C.2.f. General yard development standards: Development sh Article 1, Sections 6.101 B, 6.101 E, and 6.101 G of-IWIlIll! 2. Contextual Setback Standards max. (Street classification maps s Buildings front' aces — B public space excel§the maxi - Front Ik; 0 PA SE L BLOC CKS ACE 7ONDITIONS _._._._._._. _.�. _._._._._._._._T_._._._.a,' i111 + REAR .min. I SIDE O'min. N i I �.. ✓Umm i Mid -Block I I p p � Z 12 Corner p a... Condition ; Condition u_ O'min. y 20' max. I I I I V FRONT I ai 0' min FRONT 20' max. —.—.—.—.—.—._._._._.J._._._.—.—.—.—.—.—. — Front I section 4. tmpt NChapter 6, rdinan is 0 ft.d 10 ft. front p�f parks, plazas, or other k is Th. min. and 10 ft. max. along Oleander ,,r streets. SETBACKS: FULL BLOCKFACE CONDITIONS SIDE -min. > ........ W a Condition Conditio Z a a...... , o' m (see below) (see below) 20' max. G [ fail V 0' min. FRONT 5 �xc�c�•�i z vi 07 3 ui .-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-. 20 max. ..e _ y Y in Public Walkway ♦ Condition A: Full building frontage with side, rear, or off -site parking (Preferable) Primary Walking Street Condition B: Partial building frontage occupying primary corner, with side parking (40) Near Southside District SETBACKS: INTERIOR BUILDINGS Y._._._._._._._._._._. ---------—--- ...................... REAR O'min. SIDE a' min. • ♦ ♦. Interior Building C z c a O m LL CD 0' min. 20' max. • Frontage Frontage Building..........} L4J Aeza• 0' min. !FRONT 20'max. FRONT 0' min. 20'max. S4 ao i �. _.I_._._._._. _. Public Walkway , V, ♦.............................................� must occuov 60% (50% in "I") of the perpendicular, or parallel parking is loc on private as on -street parking, the front setback X ured from Similarly, if a required pub is walkway (s eX .B.2) property, the setba red from edge a CD U i En C 8 T C W IT Zi `o 0 ��ty — If ang y t function lame edge of the p is walkway. W ches onto private wn in diagrams to right. aide yards adjacent existi buildin s When al Wting property with an existi has do facing to t side, �y new building shall provide at least et of se ion. obuildiinFor er builMr7s at street and alley intersections that do not in sign ffic signals, a triangular dedication measuring 5'by 5'is reqdivi ordinance. The triangle shall be measured from the property linebility obstructions. Intenterior buildings may be constructed if the project also includes frontAlre buildings that are oriented to public streets. Specifically, buildings may exceed the setback if at least 60 percent of the public street frontage on each block face within the development contains buildings within the maximum setback of 20 ft. The frontage percentage is reduced to 50 percent for institutional or industrial campuses in "I" zones. i. Lots adjacent to historic buildings - Match front setback for historic buildings (designated or eligible as noted in Section 4.13.) Near Southside District (41) 5.C. Building Location and Orientation (cont.) 3. Pedestrian Entrances a. Primary pedestrian building entrances shall be located on the street frontage of the building. If a site's slope presents significant impediments to a street fronting entrance, such as a need for stairs within the public right-of-way - and a proposed entrance from an adjacent side facade would provide a similarly visible and inviting entrance, City staff may approve an exception administratively. For buildings fronting other public spaces, the primary pedestrian entrance shall be oriented to and accessible from the public space. b. Individual retail entrances — Each retail use with exterior ground level exposure along a street or public space shall have an individual public entry from the street or entrance and adjacent public sidewalk 2. Pedestrian protection at entrance with awning, canopy, or building recess 3. Traditional front door, not sliding glass or typical balcony double door 4. Patio or stoop 5. Transitional semi-public zone separating unit entrance from sidewalk, either landscaped. PEDESTRIAN ENTRANCES edi al office building z t magnolia Green The tHA specialty CsM� hy caker corner ?cts orient primary walks, and corner s often include (42) Near Southside District 5.C. Building Location and Orientation (cont.) 4. Fencing a. Front yard perimeter fencing prohibited — FENCING Conventional gated complexes with perimeter security fencing along public streets are'!F, f prohibited. Specifically, exterior security fences and gates that are located along public streets, F , along private streets or walkways that are publicly accessible through a public use easement, or along publicly accessible open space shall not extend beyond building facades; i.e., these fences shall not be located in the area R between building facades and the property line. b. Privacy fences —A front yard fence or railing r not exceeding 4 feet in height may extend beyond building facades if the fence encloses a private patio, yard, or sidewalk eating area. The fence is not permitted to encroach on a required pedestrian walkway (see Section 5.13.3.b.). ntion gated com s are not a d, but short priv y fences that c delineate private yards and s are compatible. 5. Drive-Throu sign St and Conventio e- h us port a strian-oriented environment and are incons' with the ur rede pm r the Near Southside. Although drive-thro facilities ar 'scou ed, the o lowing standards shall apply to facilities a!Ta0z siRkina lanes — Drive -through windows and stacking lanes shall ithin the front yard setback or along facades that face a street; where shall be located to the rear of buildings. b. Circulation — The design and location of the facility shall not impede vehicular traffic flow and shall not impede pedestrian movement and safety. Driveways shall not be located on Main streets, such as Magnolia Avenue and South Main Street (see classification maps in Section 4.C.). Shared driveways and/or driveways located off of non -arterial streets should be used, where possible. c. Screening — Architectural elements, landscaping, and/or other screening elements shall be used to minimize the visual impacts of the drive -through facility. Near Southside District (43) 5.C. Building Location and Orientation (cont.) URBAN DRIVE-THROUGHS SKY BRIDGES 6. Sky The well -screened Wells Fargo drive -through facility is a good example of a compatible design that fits into a walkable environment. es Sky bridge 6an public streets to connect upper floors of opposing buildings often negatively i street -level pedestrian activity. There may be, however, unique circumsta es that would allow for a sky bridge that serves a vital connectivity function without negative street -level impacts. All sky bridge proposals require Urban Design Commission review. To receive UDC approval, a proposed sky bridge must meet all of the following criteria: a. The sky bridge must serve a clear and vital connectivity function that is clearly impractical to achieve through a street level connection. b. The sky bridge must not remove significant pedestrian activity from street level, and the evaluation of potential activity lost should take into account both the potential number of pedestrians lost and any potential lost benefits stemming from pedestrians in that particular area, such as lost benefits to neighborhood safety or neighborhood businesses. c. The sky bridge must not visually obstruct significant view corridors (44) Near Southside District 5.13. Building Height 1. Height Guideline - New single -story buildings are strongly discouraged. Multi -story buildings are consistent with the urban character of the district and are essential in achieving economic and urban design goals for the district. In NS-T4HN signle story residential structures are permitted. 2. Building Heights - shall conform to the standards listed below and shown in the diagrams to the right. Zones are shown on maps in Section 4.13. Height is measured in stories, not including a raised basement or inhabited attic; i.e., the number of complete stories between the average grade of the frontage line to the eave of a pitched roof or to the surface of a flat roof. The following may project above the height limit provided they do not exceed the roof height of the top story by more than 10 feet, do not occupy more than 250f the roof area, and are set back at least 10 feet from the edge of the roof a. Elevator or stairway access to roof; b. Rooftop shade structure; c. Greenhouse; and d. Mechanical Eauiament (ref Sec 5.F.1.c. for c in Minimum height facades alo pu eets andP (Also see 5. li ces: guideline above iWings < 41 sq. ft.: ildings >_ 4, sq.ft.: 1 for at least ° of the fa unless located ri reet— see 5.D.3 be- low. round floors of multistory non-residential gs: min. 10 ft., floor to ceiling. Worn heights T4 and T4-N 3 stories T4-1 6 stories T5 or T5N 5 stories T5-1 10 stories Maximum heights with a) mix of use, b) public space, and/or c) struc- tured parking bo- nuses (See Section 5.D.3.) T4-N: a, b, or c 4 stories T4: a, b, or c 5 stories T4: a&b, a&c, or b&c 6 stories T5 or T5N: a, b, or c 8 stories T5 or T5N: a&b, a&c, or b&c 10 stories uirments) Near Southside District (45) 5.D. Building Height (cont.) 3. Building Height along a Primary Street Two (2) stories consisting of a minimum of 18 feet along the following streets: • W. Vickery Boulevard from Adams Street to S. Main Street • Pennsylvania Avenue from 8th Avenue to S. Main Street • W. Rosedale Street from Jerome Street to Evans Avenue • W. Magnolia Avenue from 8th Avenue to S. Main Street • Park Place Avenue from FWRR to 8th Avenue • 8th Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Park Place Avenue • S. Henderson Street from 1-30 to W. Magnolia Avenue • S. Hemphill Street from W. Vickery Boulevard to W. Allen Avenue • S. Jennings Avenue from W. Vickery Boulevard to W. Magnolia Avenue • S. Main Street from W. Vickery Boulevard to W. Magnolia Avenue Refer to Primary Streets map in Section 4.C.1. r NG F�S VT4 s 4-I: maximum eting 2 of 3 bonus provisions 5 T4: bonus for mixed -use or public space or parking garage :............................................................................................................... 4 T4-N: bonus for mixed -use or public space or parking garage '...............................................................................................................: 3 2 All zones: See table for minimum facade heights for single -story buildings (Also see roof provisions in Section 5.F.1.) Near Southside District TGJIIIIIIIn P' KItU 2 LJ c 10 T5-I: maximum T5, for meeting 2 of 3 bonus provisions 9 8 T5: bonus for mixed -use ac public space gL parking garage :................................... ...................... .............. ............ 7 6 5 T5: maximum 4 3 2 All zones: See table for minimum facade heights for single -story buildings (Also see roof provisions in Section 5.F.1.) 5.13. Building Height (cont.) 4. Height Bonus Requirements a. Mix of residential and non-residential uses — The project must include at least 20% residential and 10% office, restaurant, and/or retail uses, as measured by gross floor area. The UDC is authorized to reduce the required percentages by up to 50% for exceptional projects. b. Public space — The project must include a publicly accessible, privately maintained park, plaza, or other usable outdoor public space. Public access must be maintain through a public access easement. The ratio of the project's gross floor area (including height bonus area) to the public space's surface area shall not exceed 10:1, and no public space shall be less than 2,500 sq. ft. (See Sec. 5.13.4.) c. Structured parking — Project must provide at least 75% of off-street spaces within a multilevel garage. The number of garage levels are not limited except tha garage height shall not exceed the tallest non -garage building. Also see 5. 5. Fairmount Transitional Height Plane Properties that share a property line with a one - Historic District: Any portion of a building within exceed 2 stories. A 450 transitional height plane than 20 ft. from the property li icted bel _lea. (Shared One- or two-family residential OMFairmou line shall not n of a building further property line) 450 plane applies to any IF portion of building further than 20 feet from shared property line 120 feet: 2 stories max Near Southside District (47) 5.E. Parking and Driveways 1. Off Street Parking Requirement — None, except for properties located within 250 feet of a one- or two-family zoning district. For those properties, the requirements in Section 6.201 of the Zoning Ordinance, reduced by 25%, shall apply. Uses within historically significant buildings are exempt. GUIDELINE — Shared parking lots and garages are encouraged. Shared parking may assist in parking requirement; so long as business/property owner enters into a parking agreement with neighboring/nearby lot or property. 2. Surface Parking Cap — The number of off-street spaces shall not exceed 100% of the total prescribed by Section 6.201 of the Zoning Ordinance, unless a parking study demonstrates need for additional spaces. 3. Surface Parking Lots — Lots shall be located behind or to the side of buildings as depicted in the diagrams to the right. (Parking lot design standards are contained in Section 6.201 of the Zoning Ordinance.) GUIDELINE — Surface parking lots that front streets are discouraged; Ian options that minimize surface lots along public streets should be explore Maximum Surface Parking Lot Frontage — The perce street shall not exceed the following maximums: a. 40% of the development site's total frontage IEtj b. 70% of the development site's total frontage lengt Parking lot frontage measurements shall i and/or drivable surface that functions as r limited to — drive aisles gtaAmadkinq spacE Surface Parking sidewalk by a de( ntage along any ry streets, and idary streets. :ron"tage lenglogr5any paved irculation, such as — but not t fro e>�shall be separated from the lea In height. uildings should be designed as architectural same materials and style. SURFACE PARKING: FULL BLOCKFACE CONDITIONS z Condition Condition p o_ A B u- ; (see below) (see below) FROM i -_._._._._._._._._._._._._._._. Public Vlfialktivay� ME, Surface parking areas Condition A: Full building frontage with side, rear, or off -site parking (Preferable) Primary Walking Street Condition B: Partial building frontage occupying primary corner, with side parking (48) Near Southside District 6. Residential Scale Garages — Garages should not front public pedestrian space. Garages shall be accessed from alleys or rear driveways or shall be detached and located at the rear of the site. Examples of residential parking garages include those serving townhomes, small apartment projects, single-family homes and duplexes. 7. Structured Parking and Multi -Level Garages - shall be located at the interior of a block or underground and shall not be visible from public rights -of -way. These parking structures include podium style single level parking facilities, and multi -level garages. In exceptional circumstances the UDC may consider garages that front public rights -of -way, and for all exceptions, the design standards and guidelines below apply: a. Fagade design: All parking structure facades that face a public space shall be designed to incorporate architectural elements and materials that complement the building or buildings in the area. b. Ground level screening: Screening shall be incorporated to minimize the visual impact of garages and parked cars at the pedestrian level. Landscaping (trees and shr may be utilized for screening purposes but must screen at least 50% of pedest evel rking garage facades immediately upon installation, with species selec a tually provide full 100% screening. Green screens or living wall systems a ilized, t must incorporate adequate planting area, irrigation, and str al sup ort syste o be successful. c. Adaptable Design: Ground floor comme ial use, or sp ble for fut commercial use, should be integrated intokin garage cated along pub streets. 8. Driveway Location — Priv lar drive ys of be I�along "Main" streets. This provision applies uideli in 'T zon 9. Drop -Off an ing Z Are — On-str t drop- 00 and loading areas support a pedest rien trict approv y the City's Traffic Engineer. Off-IUI loading an op-o eas cated between the building and the sidewalk are alloT4-I and T ones continuous sidewalk is provided adjacent to the street. NE — Dro ff an ding areas proposed in zones other than T4-1 and T5-1 should under overhang of a building that maintains the urban street edge within th a ' m front setback. COMPATIBLE PARKING FACILITIES The parking standards are intended to minimize the impact of parking facilities. Near Southside District 5.17. Architectural Standards 1. Roofs a. Single -story buildings — New single -story non-residential buildings shall not have large expanses of sloped roofs. Roof slope shall not be greater than 1:12. Sloped roof elements that are not part of the actual roof, similar to elements found on certain historic commercial buildings, are permitted. b. Roof design guidelines — Parapet roofs or low -sloped roofs are encouraged. Visually dominant pitched roofs on multi -story buildings are strongly discouraged, but partial pitched roofs or pitched roof elements are generally compatible. "Green" roofs that utilize plants to absorb rainwater and reduce ambient air temperatures are strongly encouraged. c. Screening of rooftop equipment —Parapets or other screening elements of sufficient height shall conceal mechanical equipment from street -level views. Refer to section 5.F.6.b for further information. AL 2. Par(' except 3. Entrana the sun an ROOFS ON SINGLE -STORY BUILDING ng facades should be built parallel to the street frontage, pedestrian way shall incorporate elements that protect pedestrians from 4. Awning#Malleries, Arcades, And Balconies (Guideline) —Awnings, galleries, and arcades are encouraged for all ground floor retail uses so as to provide pedestrian protection and visual interest. Where feasible, balconies are encouraged and should be designed as an integral part of the building z CW G 0 �i W PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION 7WS ,s (50) Near Southside District ENTRANCES FROM PEDESTRIAN WAYS 5. Facades — Facades facing public streets and other public spaces these facades, all standards in this section apply. Other highly visib any of the following conditions must also comply with the stand r exception of 5.F.5.d. "Ground floor transparency," which sh appl Parking lot facing facades: Facades visible and that face a surface parking lot of the sam Side facades: Facades visibl of sharing a side prop further than the propo Rail resu k at least 15 feet and other nearby public areas as a Builds shall, at a minimum, incorporate: of structural elements, such as: ioors o Vertical support o Foundation 2. Fagade articulation through the use of projecting and recessed elements. 3. Variety in materials, material pattern, or color. b. Building materials 1. New building fagades facing public areas (except alleys) shall conform to the material standards listed to the right. The list could evolve as technology changes. Creative design is encouraged, and projects that incorporate unlisted materials may be submitted for staff and UDC review. 2. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Buildings - Buildings following the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED certification requirements shall be exempt from building material standards. Near Southside District 5.17. Architectural Standards (cont.) 5. Facades (cont.) c. Fenestration (all buildings) —New building facades fronting on publicly accessible streets or other public spaces (except alleys) shall have openings and transparent (not mirrored) glazing that together constitute not less than 25 percent of the facade. This provision applies as a guideline in "I" zones. d. Ground floor transparency for non-residential uses - 1. For all ground floor nonresidential uses located along publicly accessible streets and other public spaces, at least 40% of the wall area between 2 and 12 feet shall consist of doors and windows and transparent (not mirrored) glazing. Ensuring visibility to the inside of the building with at least 75% of the view open to a minimum of 4' perpendicular. Windows cannot be made opaque by window treatments (except operable sunscreen devices within the conditioned space). PermanA@t interior window installations, including but not limited to security bar, as locks, are not allowed unless otherwise approved with a waiver from Clear glazing must have a visible transmittance rating of 0.5 or great c nt to ds the fenestration requirement. This provision applies as a gu' Ille in ' zones. 2. Guideline — Ground floor restaurants, c nd ba are enco ed along "Main" streets and should have indows and rs an be op d t provide direct access to the sidewalk w weather pe (i.e., when inte eating or cooling systems are not necess e. Lower level delin non resid tial ixed-us n s — Facades oriented to a pIfac cce le street e is s shall include clear delineation bete fir r second vel and pper levels with a cornice, ca e her archi ctural feature. Parkin ason eets — Parking garages shall not have exposed ctured par at t round floor level along a "Main" street. 6. ScreeIc of Me anical Equipment a.d equipment— All service and delivery areas, trash storage, and me al, electronic and communication equipment shall be screened from the adjacent pustreet. view. The degree of visibility from all adjacent public ways will be evaluated, and screening views should take into consideration future development of the area. Acceptable screening applications include solid architectural or fencing screening and/or planting material. Architectural screening must be proportioned to fully screen equipment and designed and detailed to be fully compatible with building architecture and overall site aesthetic, rather than draw attention to the screen. Planting must be evergreen, a min. of 60% of the height of the equipment to be screened, and installed appropriately to ensure their survival and achieve full screening of the equipment within 2 years. b. Rooftop equipment —Rooftop equipment shall not be visible from the street or neighboring properties at the same level or below. Screening of mechanical, electronic, and communication equipment on the roof should be organized, proportioned, detailed and colored to be an integral element of the building as seen from points of high elevation from the street, and adjacent residences. (52) Near Southside District FACADE VARIATION GROUND FLOOR TRANSPARENCY GARAGE FACADES ON "MAIN" STREETS Near Southside District (53) 5.17. Architectural Standards (cont.) 7. Architectural Variety in Large Projects — Each sequential block of new construction shall contain unique building fagades so as to encourage architectural variety within large projects. While the use of similar architectural elements on multiple buildings is acceptable; large, visually monotonous projects that repeat the same exterior buildings design(s) and do not contribute to visual diversity and human -scale character are inappropriate. 8.Outdoor Storage Display a. T4, T4-N, and T5 zones — Development in these zones shall comply with the standards for outdoor storage and display set forth in Section 5.306 of the Zoning Ordinance. The UDC may consider exceptions if outdoor materials are sufficiently screened by decorative fencing or other screening elements. b. "I" zones — Decorative fencing or other screening elements shall be used to minimize the visual impact of outdoor storage adjacent to public streets or other pu l�k spaces. 9. Mobile Food Court Review — The requirements of the mobile ve \be t ordinance apply for any site including 3 or more food vendors. B u of se development conditions and unique mix of residential and esi n ial un the Near Southside, all proposed mobile vending food courts wit distric sshalwed by the Urban Design Commission for contextual compatibility with ghb g str Outside of driveways, bathrooms and other shall be landscaped, shaded, or otherwise im appealing for park usersIreements., ness hou complimentary to the 's dings du transparency and fenestr requiredWhe base ordinqWW,'all areas o create ces that are comfortable and a also vis ttractive and off h oom buildings are exempt from buildin erial standards shall apply. BUILDING MATERIALS leer with cavity wall construction • Glass curtain wall system • Metal Panels — individual or curtain wall systems • Concrete — finish should be to an architectural level • Wood • Cement composite board (not simulating wood) • Tile — terra cotta, porcelain, or ceramic Limited Accent and Trim Materials All primary materials listed above Metal — galvanized, painted, or ornamental Pre -cast masonry (trim and cornice only) EIFS (Exterior insulation and finish system) Concrete fiber simulated wood siding Inappropriate Materials • Applied stone without cavity wall construction • Vinyl or aluminum siding • Mirrored glass g (54) Near Southside District 10. Signs a. Intent 1) To establish specific standards for Near Southside business identification. 2) To encourage creative and innovative approaches to regulating signs consistent with the principles and general intent of the Near Southside Development Standards. b. Principles 1) To encourage excellence in signage, both as a communication tool and as an art form. 2) To enhance the economic value of the built environment by avoiding visual clutter, which is potentially harmful to property values and business opportunities. 61 3) To allow and encourage creative a unique sign designs while reventing cluttered and una eetscap( 4) To ensure s' inforc he exist and envisioned ch ter dare gn tO excip-Mhe applicable tric'ph by up to 20 percent of height prescribed by this rmining that: 1) The applicant or user has demonstrated the existence of practical difficulties in complying with the standards. 2)A unique circumstance exists that make compliance with the requirements of this section impractical. d. Nonconforming Signs — An existing nonconforming sign may be restored to its original condition. A Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) shall be obtained prior to the approval of any necessary permits. However, if the non -conforming sign is removed, destroyed, or the shape/design is changed, the new sign must conform to the current standards. Generally, signs should align to promote visual order. Contrast between the color of the background and the letters or symbols makes the sign easier to read. Near Southside District (55) 5.1=. Architectural Standards (cont.) 10. Signs (cont.) e. Modifications for Exceptional Design — Signage that does not fit the specific standards and guidelines of this section may be considered by the UDC. In general, effectively designed signs should respond to the site, landscape, and architectural design context within which they are located. Signs should be compatible in scale, proportion, and design with the building's fapade and its surroundings, and made of quality, durable material. These signs should seek to become a piece of art or an architectural feature. Exceptional design modifications shall be reviewed based on aforementioned criteria, sign standard intent, and the guiding principles of the Near Southside Development Standards and Guidelines (see page 51 for creative signs). f. Comprehensive Building Signage Plan Standards — A comprehensive building signage plan regulates signage for multiple businesses or tenants within one building or development. Commercial signs on a large project with an uniform fapade and more than on storefront, should relate to each other in terms of height, proportion, color, and backgr value. Maintaining uniformity among these characteristics reinforces the bui s fapa e composition while still communicating business identity. A com r siv 'gn plan is mandatory for allnew developments and sign modificationci 'ng bu gs. 1. The comprehensive building signage plan shall oM existing and future tenants with regard to all allowe The comprehensive building signage the number and location of on-premi; an a,Ilowable aloof signage for stint nonconfo signs, and sated to each fenant under the ding elements such as storefront at damage or obstruct important architectural FI nd ap#115priate, signs shall be aligned with those on neighboring buildings order on the block, to avoid visual clutter, and to enhance legibility. consistent with the human scale of Near Southside buildings and blocks. Sm�cale signs are appropriate to smaller scale buildings and pedestrian traffic, while larger scaled signs are typically appropriate to vehicular traffic. Well designed storefronts include pedestrian oriented signage and window displays. 5. Signs shall relate in material with the building fapade and streetscape. 6. All permanent signs shall be constructed of quality, durable materials as specified in the Sign Code (Chapter 29 of the City Code). 7. Sign graphics shall be simple. Symbols and logos on signs are quickly read and easily remembered. Lettering shall be in proportion to the size of the sign. 8. Lighting sources shall be external, shielded, and directed only at the sign. Internal illumination is acceptable when the letters themselves, not the background, are lit. 9. All electronic changeable copy signs shall be reviewed by the UDC and requires a special exception from the Board of Adjustment. Near Southside District 10. Signs (cont.) Well designed storefronts include pedestrian oriented signage, window Y,4011MWnd the use of internally illumi chan-7%tters. square feet pe The owin'�iits apply to buildings occupied by a single tenant es in 'I ' gs with multiple tenants. One or more attached signs ade occupied space. The signs may have a total area of 10% which the signs are attached, with a maximum aggregate area of 500 oors and windows shall be included in the calculation of the facade area. The facade are I be calculated by multiplying the width times the height, with a maximum calculated hei t of 15 feet. For structures exceeding 15 feet in height, allowable sign square footage shall be calculated as 1.5 square feet per linear foot of building facade. A maximum of 1,340 square feet of attached on -premise signage shall be allowed, regardless of the number of facades or buildings associated with a single business or tenant. Near Southside District (57) 5.17. Architectural Standards (cont.) 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Types: 1. The following signs types are prohibited: • Off -premise signs • Pole signs • Animated signs 2. The following signs types are not allowed: • Freeway signs along Interstate 30 and its associated frontage roads. • Wall signs made of flat vinyl or metal pans and have a projecting depth of less than six (6) inches • Standard box cabinet signs • Monument signs (See page 53 for waiver criteria) J C Parts $ orle x et wall signs are not allowed 3. The following signs are allowed: M1 i� sgo Pole signs and Freeway signs along Interstate 30 are not allowed. Wall Sign Standards — Wall signs are attached to and completely supported by exterior walls. A wall sign should be placed above ground floor windows on a one story structure or between windows. One wall sign for each storefront or building fagade that fronts a public street or alley is usually sufficient. • Maximum width: 75 percent of the linear width of the business, not to exceed the maximum allowable square footage. • Letter height: Lettering shall be in proportion to the size of the sign and the width of the storefront. Wider storefronts could have taller letters. As a general rule, the maximum height of a capital letter should be 3/4 the height of the sign background. ) Near Southside District 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Types (cont.): Wall Sign Standards (cont.)— Raceways shall be 50% of the letter height and painted to match the building/ background OR if the Raceway is used as the sign background, the Raceway may extend 3 inches beyond the largest part of the sign. Signs on side or rear building elevations for a ground floor business are permitted, provided that the elevation contains a public entrance. Above: Raceways less than 50% of the height of the letters and not painted to match the background are not allowed. I Near Southside District 5.F. Architectural Standards (cont.) 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Types: Projecting and Blade Sign Standards — Projecting signs are two sided signs attached to the face of a building. Blade signs are two sided signs that are generally vertical in orientation and span multiple floors. Both signs project perpendicular to the storefront or building. • Minimum vertical clearance:11 feet • Maximum projection width: 4 feet • Exception: When existing signs on the same block -face project further than 4 feet, the new sign may match the smallest projection over 4 feet. • No sign projection shall encroach over public property except in accordance with encroachment agreement provisions outlined in the Sign Code (Chapter 29 owe City Code). le reflect the character of each building and business. The size and and blade signs should respect the scale of the structure. Examples of acceptable blade signs. 4 (60) Near Southside District 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Tapes (cont.): Awning Sign Standards — Awning and canopy signs are painted on or attached to an awning above a business door or window. Awning signs may be allowed on the shed portion of the awning, but are preferred on the valence flap. The flap height should be large enough for letters and symbols to be read easily. • Minimum vertical clearance from sidewalk: 8 feet • Maximum letter height is limited to 75 percent of the height of the valence flap/shed area • Material shall be a matte finish canvas • Awning shape shall relate to the window or door opening • Awning Sign Guidelines • Barrel shaped awnings should be used to complement arched windows • Rectangular awnings should be used on rect War windows Canopy Sign Standards — C igns typica a attached above or below t ce o nopy. Awnings and canopies enhance building architecture, and add color and interest to the streetscape. Near Southside District 5.F. Architectural Standards (cont.) 10. Signs (cont.) � i. Sign Types: Shingle Sign Standards — Shingle signs are smaller projecting signs that are typically located near the LA entrance of a storefront. They project outward at a 90 Jo`V degree angle and hang from brackets. Shingle signs can include logos, symbols, or lettering. A shingle sign .. is generally in -tended to be read by pedestrians and by—'�'_., r motorists in slow moving vehicles. • Minimum vertical clearance: 8 feet EWE= !mnd • Maximum projection: 4 Feet • Maximum area per sign face: 8 square feet per sign A0 face • Maximum total area: 16 square feet • Shingle signs shall be located within eight (8) feet of an active pedestrian entrance. To minimize visual clutter, shingle signs should not be locate within close proximity to other hanging signs or M g signs. ip ii Symbols and logos on signs, identifying the business, add interest to the street, are quickly read, and are often remembered more easily than words. ON r� M l (62) Near Southside District 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Types (cont.): Window Sign and Decal Standards — Window signs are painted on or attached to the inside of a window facing the street. This type of sign -age can contain text, graphic logos, and other images.Count toward total allowable sign area if the sign(s) exceed 10% of window space. • Maximum area: 25 percent of the total transparent glass area of windows parallel to the street, excluding the area of all glass doors. • Location shall be limited to ground floor window facing the primary street frontage and adjoining parking lots. • Materials shall be of high quality, such as vinyl decals, paint, gold -leaf, or neon. • Window signs shall not completely obscure visibility into or out of the window. Exceptions may be de by administrative staff for signs that screen u mechanical office and kitchen equipment an a spaces. • A maximum of one wi ign is rmitted p window p ed wi w • Te y window are owe oHow the to ary sign st ards. • Handwri paper, c boar d plastic signs are not allowe • Neon signs itted provided that all electrical supply cor onduit, and electrical transformers are hidden from view through the window. I F-P, Window signs can express business image through graphic logos or colorful images. The sign copy of window signs should be in proportion to the glass surface. Well designed window graphics attract attention while still allowing pedestrians to view store interiors. Near Southside District (63) 5.F. Architectural Standards (cont.) 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Types: A -Frame Sign Standards — Portable A -frame signs are signs and advertising devices that rest on the ground and are not designed to be permanently attached to a building or permanently anchored to the ground. • Each business is allowed to have one (1) A -frame sign. • A -frame signs shall not encroach into required off-street parking areas, public roadways, or alleys, and may not be arranged so as to create site distance conflicts or other traffic hazards. • A -frame signs can only be utilized only during regular business • Hours and should be removed during non -business hours. • A -frame signs are allowed on private property or wit in public rights -of -ways sign shall not impedNedaestrian,,ADA, or vehicular access. A minimum access width of seven (7) feebe maintained along alls, nd buildi4s accessible to the ,,r sidewalk ramp, the sttet. N% not interfere with ADA access. This se to the ADA v it difficult to cross j (64) Near Southside District 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Types (cont.): Crown of Building Sign Standards — A crown of building sign is a sign attached flat to or mounted away from the building facade. A crown of building sign may be parallel to the building facade horizontally or vertically, and shall be located on the upper band of a building. • A crown of building sign must be located between the top of the parapet or high point of the building, exclusive of penthouse and mechanical screening structures, and the horizontal line not more than 15 feet below the top of the parapet or high point of the building on the side of the building to which the sign is affixed. • No portion of a crown of building sign shall extend above the roof line or above a parapet wall of a building with a flat roof. • No more than one (1) crown of building sign per facade is allowed. • Exception: The UDC may approve multiple signs for multiple upper floor facade size and sign design of the sign and building into consideratioW • Lighting is limited to internally illuminated channel letters a letters and/or logo. 4I • Signs shall be compatible with existing archite sized for their location. Signs shall not conce� features. • Letter Height (max): 8 feet • Width (max perce ure and shal jestroy, or d Near Southside District 5.F. Architectural Standards (cont.) 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Types: Creative Sign Standards — Creative signs bring fun and vitality to streets and are encouraged. In general, uniquely designed signage should respond to the site, landscape, and architectural design context where they are located. Signs should seek to be -come a piece of art or an architectural feature. Creative signs shall be reviewed based on this criteria, sign intent, and the guiding principles of the Near Southside Development Standards and Guidelines. Zk Exciting, interesting, and unusual signs can con- tribute to the Near Southside's vitality. (66) Near Southside District 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Types (cont.): Temporary Sign Standards — Temporary signs may be approved administratively for a limited amount of time, as described below. Temporary signs are permitted for a maximum of 30 days or upon the conclusion of the event, whichever occurs first. Extensions may be granted if the applicant proves the necessity for additional time. Illumination of temporary signs is prohibited. Signs shall not extend beyond the subject property nor interfere with traffic safety or visibility. The sign area shall not exceed 25 square feet and shall conform to all applicable sign type standards. For buildings with a setback of 20 feet or more, a free-standing sign noA larger than 16 square feet per face may be considered. Material: Sturdy and not subject to fading or damage froo of paper or cloth is not permitted unless located within a g enclosure. r' Near Southside District (67) 5.1=. Architectural Standards (cont.) 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign !ypes: Monument Sign Standards — Monument signs are freestanding and located adjacent to sidewalks. Such signs are typically used for buildings that are separated from adjacent streets by substantial setbacks and more suburban -style site layouts. Monument signs are not allowed without a waiver from the UDC. The UDC may grant a waiver for a monument sign, provided that the sign meets all of the requirements below: • Maximum total area:60 square feet per sign face Maximum height:8 feet including base. Maximum letter height: Building/development name or logo: 8 inches. All • Locations are limited to landscaped areas, with a minimum setback ways of five (5) feet. 100 • Backgrounds shall be opaque with a non -reflective m A monument sign shall be set onto a base or frames proportioned appearance that complime is the buildi External lighting fixtures shall be design comple internal lighting that only illuminates text n os. A sign erected o op o etaining of the wall shall e uded the overa eight c minim ack is re ed. 4 inches lic-rights-of- ive,and well - sign or eredAffl6nument sign. The height [lion. In this case, the five (5) foot OW -or seat wall that is an integral part of a plaza or area allocated to wall signs. In this case, the five (5) (68) Near Southside District 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Types (cont.): Changeable Copy Sign Standards — Changeable copy signs are signs where letters, symbols, or numerals are not permanently affixed to the structure, framing, or background. This allows the message to change over time. Examples include a bulletin board, electronic mes-sage board, or projected image sign. Electronic changeable copy signs are appropriate for the following uses: theaters, hotels, public transit, and gas station pricing signs. • All changeable copy signs shall be reviewed by the UDC and shall receive a recommendation prior to seeking a special exception from the Board of Adjustment. • Maximum of 25% of the sign face may be devoted to changeable copy. • Changeable copy signs shall not be used to display commercial messages relati products or services that are not offered on premise. • Window electronic display sign locations shall not contribute to ligh p tion any adjacent residential developments. On detached signs, electronic changeable copy shall b d to m nument si • The message shall not change at a rate faste han one me e 20 secon The interval between messages shall be a mi m of one s d. • Animation, rolling or running letters or messa ng lights, displays is prohibited. • All sound is prohibited. Brightly lit changeable copy signs add to the energy and vibrancy of the area. Near Southside District (69) 5.17. Architectural Standards (cont.) 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign !ypes: Freeway Sign Standards— A Freeway sign is a sign which is oriented to be viewed primarily from an adjacent non -signalized freeway. • Freeway signs are not allowed along Interstate 30 and associated front -age roads. • Maximum height: 25 feet allowed at the right-of-way line and one addi-tional foot in height for each one foot of setback, up to 35 feet. Set back sign one foot for each foot in height from all adjacent property lines. (Administrative approval allowed for up to 50 feet in height to allow sign to be 20 feet above adjacent main travel lanes of freeway.) • Maximum width: 24 feet Maximum advertised message area: 320 square feet Minimum ground contact: 25% of structure's width ) Near Southside District 10. Signs (cont.) i. Sign Types (cont.): Rooftop Sign Standards— A Rooftop sign is any sign erected, constructed or maintained on the roof of a building. Signs may be installed upon the roof subject to the following conditions: The area of the sign shall not exceed 10 percent of the area of the closest wall of the building above which the sign is placed. The sign shall not exceed four feet above the roof or top of the parapet wall at the roof, whichever is higher. All roof signs placed upon a building or buildings upon one platted lot shall be similar in sIZP chanP area and rlacirin Near Southside District (71) 5.G. On -Site Landscaping (Also see Section 5.13.3.) 1. Tree Preservation and Canopy Requirements — The following provisions of the Tree Ordinance apply: a. Preservation Of Significant Trees — Significant trees at least 30 inches in diameter (94.25 inches in circumference) can only be removed by permit of the City Forester. Criteria for the permit will be one of the following conditions: 1) Retention of other existing trees on the same site with a canopy area 1 1/2 times the area of the specific tree's canopy, or 2) Removal will be granted if planting of new trees at five (5) times greater in canopy area than the removed specific tree canopy (refer to list of canopy trees on the following page), or 3) Payment into the tree fund based upon the total diameter of the specific tree times $200 per diameter inch, or 4) Urban Forestry Board approved plan that mitigates the remov the large tree. Replacement of any tree preserved and that dies with e ye s due to construction or development activities will be the resp ili f the original applicant. Replacement will be new tree400 of hes each in diameter and equal to five times the lopy. ee replac nt will be guaranteed for a period of two years. IL b. Trees In Surface Parking Lots —A ew construct shall prolloW least 40% tree canopy coverage of surfac ing lots (re to the categoriAtIfflist of canopy trees on the following page). c. Tree Protecti n rant/Re The pr ns of Zoning Ordinance Chapter 6, Ar c Secti 6.301 .K. apply. ovisions ensure that sufficient care n duri on s ction to pr ect exi g trees, and that any preserved or y p tree the pr ns of Sections 5.G.1. and 5.13.3. In this ocument s be r ced ithin 5 years. 2. Fron rd Land apin uideline — Where there is a setback, front yard landscaping in additio requ- d trees should be provided and maintained in areas outside of ground level elem ch as patios or porches. Native and drought tolerant species should be used, an rigation systems should designed to minimize water demand. Near Southside District 3. City Approved Canopy Tree List (Other species considered on case -by -case basis.) Larae Canopv Trees (2.000 sauare feet) Pecan # Carya illinoensis Deodar Cedar Cedrus deodara Green Ash Fraxinus pennsylvanica Southern Magnolia# Magnolia grandiflora Bur Oak* Quercus macrocarpa Chinquapin Oak Quercus muhlenbergii Shumard Oak # Quercus shumardii Texas Red Oak Quercus buckleyi Live Oak * Quercus virginiana American Elm Ulmus Americana Cedar Elm * Ulmus crassifolia Lacebark Elm Ulmus parvifolia Medium Canopy Trees (700 square feet Caddo Maple * Acer barbatum var. Caddo Bigtooth Maple * Acer grandidentatum Common Persimmon Diospyros virginiana Texas Ash Fraxinus texensis Ginkgo Ginkgo biloba Kentucky Coffeetree Gymnocladus dioicus Eastern Red -Cedar * Juniperus virginiana Eldarica (Afghan) Pine * Pinus eldarica Italian Stone Pine Pinus pinea Honey Mesquite * Prosopis ulosa Blackjack Oak * Quercus maril ca Monterrey (MexJp &k * Qu s mor Common buttol Redbud * Cerci Desert Willow * Rough -leaf Dod ood # Cornus drummonc Texas Persimmon * Diospyros texana Carolina buckthorn # Frangula caroliniana Yaupon Holly * Ilex vomitoria Deciduous Holly Ilex decidua Crepe Myrtle * Lagerstroemia incica Mexican Plum * Prunus mexicana White Sin Oak * Quercus sinuate var. bre� Eve's Necklace * Sophora affinis Trees planted in parking lots, together with Mexican buckeye * Ugnadia speciosa pervious surfaces such as permeable Rusty Blackhaw Viburnum rufidulum concrete, improve environmental quality and help reduce stormwater runoff. * Drought tolerant species # Not recommended for parking lots or high heat areas Near Southside District (73) 6.A. Mix of Use Requirement for Large Developments The following standards are intended to ensure that large projects in mixed -use zoning districts include a mix of uses, or contribute to the creation of a larger mixed -use area. These standards do not apply in "I" zones. Conceptual Land -Use Plan — Developers of projects equal to or larger than 3 acres in size shall submit a conceptual land use plan for approval by the Planning Director. The conceptual land use plan must be approved before a building permit application is accepted. The Planning Director may require a conceptual land use plan for a project smaller than 3 acres if it is part of a project larger than 3 acres. The conceptual land use plan shall illustrate the location and calculated land area of land uses on the si , using the following land use categories (see Section 6.C. for detailed list of land us these categories; exceptions noted below): • One- or two-family residential • Multifamily residential • Industrial and commercial (including medical • Public and civic uses (excluding parks and rr • Mixed -use buildings (must include atWst 2( -Publicly accessible parks and plazas Parking facilities and private open spE use they serve. 2. ntial) primary land use pliL.,shall be approved if it shows that: *tl�*Wtwo of the land use categories, and xed-use buildings occupies greater than 2/3 of the not comply with the project test, then the vicinity test in (74) Near Southside District 3. Vicinity Test — Developments not complying with the project test are permitted if: a. The Development Services Director determines that the following conditions are satisfied: 1) The proposed land use at any location within the proposed development site must be within a walking distance of 1,000 feet of a different land use, as measured by the shortest pedestrian route, and 2) The percentage of any single land use category other than mixed -use buildings within a 1,000-foot radius of any location within the proposed development site shall not be greater than 2/3 of the total land area within the radius. The proposed development shall be included in the calculation of this percentage. Undeveloped or agricultural property located within the radius shall not be included in the calculation; or: A b. The Director determines that the developer has demonstrated that (e.g. adjacency to natural features, highways, freight yards, etc.) conditions of section a. above impractical in certain areasi;;�i E MIX OF US&TEST ,1 1,000 Foot Buffer of Mm Bill, Err 5 710 = = 9 J ofL C 1 r • J'�� ■rlanh 7 !� ���� IF 1' FORT WORTH Projects of at least 3 acres must provide a mix of uses that conforms to the `project test" requirements of Section 2. or must contribute to the creation of a larger mixed -use area. City staff conducts a "vicinity test" to make this determination for large single -use projects. site'tonditions Hance with the k site. Near Southside District (75) 6.13. Special Requirements in "N" Neighborhood and "R" Restricted Zones The following standards are intended to enhance the character of existing neighborhoods. and to promote the development of additional housing in those areas. 1. "N" ZONES- RESIDENTIAL REQUIREMENT — New construction of single -use build- ings of commercial, retail, or other non-residential character are prohibited in "N" neighborhood zones. Buildings within these zones must include residential uses that constitute at least 40% of gross floor area. Outdoor spaces for residential use may be included in the percentage. For this section only, bed and breakfast uses are con- sidered residential. Buildings that incorporate a mix of residential and non-residential uses are allowed and encouraged. 2. PROHIBITED USES IN "R" ZONES — Certain uses, including bars and light industrial uses, are prohibited in "R" PROHIBITED USES IN "N" ZONES — Surface parking lots providi use non-residential projects. These prohibited uses are note 6.C. on the next page. PROHIBITED USES IN "H' ZONES - New veh Mixed -use projects that incorporate housing on upper floors are appropriate in "N" zones. i for single n Section hibited. (76) Near Southside District 6.C. Permitted Land Uses The following table lists land uses permitted in the NS District. A (P) indicates that these uses are allowed by right in the applicable development zone. A (SE) indicates that these uses are allowed by special exception from the Board of Adjustment. An asterisk (*) indicates that the uses are allowed but are subject to supplemental development standards. Please refer to the the Zoning Ordinance for all use definitions and any referenced supplemental standards. NS-T4R I NS-T4H I NS-T4HN I NS-T4 I NS-TS Household Living One Family Detached Dwelling P P P P P One Family Detached Dwelling with P P P P P Secondary Dwelling Unit Two Family Detached P P P P P Duplex/Two Family Attached Dwelling P P P P One Family Attached (Townhouse or Rowhouse) P P rV P Multifamily Dwelling (up to 8 units) P P Multifamily Dwelling (9+ units) P P Pla P One Dwelling as part of a Business (Security Residence) P P ILP Group Living Community Home P P P P Group Home I P Cu CUP P P Group Home II CUP CUP P P Halfway Hous Shelter Education e or Universi P P P P P Day Cen or Ad P P P P P chool, entary ary P P P P P Bu s CollegWCommercial School P P P P P Governm Correcti Facility P P Govern t Maint nance Facility P P Gover ent Office Facility P P P P P A00rnment Vehicle Storage/Junkyard P P P�Museum, Library, or Fine Arts Center P P P P Probation or Parole Office P P Healthcare Facilities Ambulance Dispatch Station P P P P Assisted Living Facility P P P P Blood Bank P P P P Care Facility P P P P Health Services Facility, including doctor's office or medical clinic P CUP P P Hospice P P P P Hospital P P P P Massage Therapy and Spa P P P P Nursing Home (with full medical services) P P P P Near Southside District (77) 6.C. Permitted Land Uses (cont.) NS-T4R NS-T4H NS-T4HN NS-T4 NS-T5 Recreation Public Community, Recreation, or Welfare P P P P Center Private or Non-profit Community, Recreation, or Welfare Center P P P P Country Club, Public Country Club, Private P P P Golf Course P P P P Golf Driving Range P Park or Playground P P P P Religious Place of Worship P P P P Place of Worship, Auxiliary Use P P P P Utilities Electric Power Substation CUP CUP CUP CUP Gas Lift Compressor Station CUP Gas Line Compressor Station CUP Power Plant of Central Station Light Stealth Telecommunication Tower P* P* P* P* Telecommunication Antenna (on structure) P* P* P* Telecommunication Tower C IftyP CUP Utilities (cont.) Entertainment and Eating Utility Transmission or Distribution Line * P* P* Wastewater (Sewage) Treatment Facility Water Supply, Treatment, or Storag Facility Amuse Ind CUP P CUP P Amuse Outdo P aseball all F ity (Commercia ling Al P P P P P P P vern, all Lo ance Ha P P P Cir Clu omme or Business P P P P Dr' -in Restaurant or Business P P P P ent Center or Rental Hall P* P P Bingo Parlor Gambling Facility (including Bingo) Game Room Health or Recreation Club P P P P Indoor Recreation P P P P Lodge or Civic Club P P P P Massage Parlor Mobile Vendor Food Court P P* P P Racing Facility (Horse, Dog, or Automotive) Restaurant, Cafe, or Cafeteria P P P P Sexually Oriented Business Shooting or Weapons Firing Range Stable (Commercial, Riding, Boarding, or Rodeo Arena) Swimming Pool, Commercial P P P P Drive-in Theater Movie Theater or Auditorium I P I P I I P I P (78) Near Southside District 6.C. Permitted Land Uses (cont.) NS-T4R NS-T4H NS-T4HN NS-T4 NS-T5 Lodging Bed or Breakfast Home P P CUP* P P Bed or Breakfast Inn P P P P Hotel, Motel, or Inn CUP P Recreational Vehicle Park Short Term Home Rental P P P P Office Bank, Financial Institution P P P P Offices P P P P Retail Sales and Service Antique Shop P P P P Appliance Sales, Supply or Repair P* P* Bakery P P P P Beauty or Barber Shop P P P P Boat Rental or Sales P Bookstore, Stationary or Newsstand P P P Retail Sales and Service (cont.) Burglar Alarm Sales and Service P P OX P Caterer or Wedding Service P Pir IL P Clothing Sales, New P P P Clothing Sales, Used P P P Convenience Store P P P Copy Store or Commercial Print with Off-s printing P P P P Dance Studio P P P Dressmaking, Cus ery Shop P P P Duplicatin ces P P P Farmers' ar P P P Store, no essin Milling P P P P —7141111�Sales P P P P Furnit les P P P P Furnitur holster finishing, sale P P P P General handise P P P P GreenhoLffor Plan P P P P Grocery re or Meat Market P P P P Guns ing, Repair or Sales P P P P e Improvement Store P P P P Interior Decorating P P P P Kennel Large Retail Store P P P P Laundry or Dry Cleaning Collection Office P P P P Laundry, Dry Cleaning, or Washeteria P P P P Leather Goods Shop P P P P Liquor or Package Store P P P P Locksmith P P P P Medical Supplies/Equipment Sales or Rental P P P P Mini -warehouses Mortuary or Funeral Home P P P P Newspaper Distribution Center P Optician P P P P Pawn Shop P* Pharmacy (Drug Store) P P P P Portrait or Camera Shop or Photo Finishing P P P P Recording Studio P P P P Retail Sales, General P P P P Near Southside District (79) 6.C. Permitted Land Uses (cont.) NS-T4R NS-T4H NS-T4HN NS-T4 NS-T5 • , Saddle or Harness Repair or Sales P P P P Shoe Shine Shop P P P P Studio, Art or Photography P P P P Tailor, Clothing or Apparel Shop P P P P Tattoo Parlor P P Taxidermist Shop P P* P P Veterinary Clinic with Indoor Kennels P* P* P* P* Veterinary Clinic with Outdoor Kennels Vehicle Sales and Service Auto Parts Supply Retail P P* P P Automotive Repair, Paint and Body Shop P CUP P P Car Wash, Full or Self Service Gasoline Sales P P P Mobile Home or Manufactured Housing Sales Parking Area or Garage, Storage P P* P P Recreational Vehicle Sales or Service P Service Station P* Towing Yard with Office Truck Stop with Fuel and Accessory Services Vehicle Junkyard 61 Vehicle Sales or Rental (Automobile, Motorcycles, Boats, or Trailers) P P Vehicle Steam ing P AMP - Light Industrial Services Assayin P embly tured Parts, t for les, irpla Hom P P Bla ithing ag n Shop Bot g Works or Soft Drinks P Bratry, Disti ery, or Winery CUP P et and Rug Cleaner P O'Chicken Battery or Brooder Coal, Coke, or Wood Yard Cottage Manufacturing Uses P P Crematorium P Electroplating P Fabricating Manufactured Housing, Temporary, or Office Building P Food Processing (No Slaughtering) P Furniture or Cabinet Repair or Construction P* P P Furniture Sales, with Outside Storage or Display Galvanizing Small Utensils Machine Shops P Manufacture of Artificial Flowers, Ornaments, Awnings, Tents, Bags P P P Manufacture of Aluminum, Brass, or Other Metals or from Bone, Paper, Rubber, or Leather P P P (80) Near Southside District 6.C. Permitted Land Uses (cont.) NS-T4R NS-T4H NS-T4HN NS-T4 NS-T5 AmkL Manufactured Home/RV Repair Monument/Marble Works, Finishing and Carving only P Monument Works, Stone P Outdoor Sales and Storage CUP P* P* Paint Mixing or Spraying P Paper Box Manufacturing P Pattern Shop P Printing, Lithographing, Book -binding, Newspapers, or Publishing P Rubber Stamping, Shearing/Punching P Sheet Metal Shop P* Warehouse or Bulk Storage Welding Shop, Custom Work (Not Structural) P Yards, Contractors, Lumber, or Storage, Automobile Storage Yards, Building P* Materials Heavy Industrial and Animal By -Products Processing Manufacturing Batch Plant, Concrete, or Asphalt (Permanent) Brewery, Distillery, or Winery Cuq& P Brick, Clay, Glass, Shale Tile, or Terra Cott products Manu Cement s Plant Cement, Lim sum, o aster of Paris facture Co Cott or Comp Creosot atmen nufacture Egg Crac or Procibw Furnace, st; For Ian, Boiler Works Manuf re Galy.jlFing, Sheet or Structural Shapes s (Natural or Artificial) Manufacture, Processing, or Storage Glue Manufacture Grain Elevator Magnesium Casting, Machining, or Fabricating Manufacture of Acetylene or Oxygen Gas, Alcohol, Computers, and Related Electronic Products, Airplanes, Automobiles, Trucks and Tractors (Including Assembly Plants), Ball or Roller Bearings, Steel Tanks, Candles, Celluliod, Cash Registers, Cutlery, Disinfectants, Dextrin, Dyestuff, Electrical Machinery, Farm TOols, Typewriters, and Vinegar Transportation Airport, aviation field, helistop, or landing CUP CUP CUP area Passenger Station P P P Near Southside District (81) 6.C. Permitted Land Uses (cont.) NS-T4R NS-T4H NS-T4HN NS-T4 NS-T5 "77USTRIAL Wasted Related Recycling Collection Facility CUP CUP P* Wholesale Trade Wholesale: Bakery, Produce Market, or Wholesale House P Wholesale Office or Supply Room P P 7 Accessory Uses Accessory Use or Building P P P P P Home Occupation P P P P P Recreation area P P P P Satellite Antenna (dish) P* P* P* Temporary Uses Temporary Outdoor Amusement CUP CUP CUP Garage or Other Occasional Sale P P P P Temporary Vendor P* P* (82) Near Southside District Near Southside District (83)