1. Siting of the
building:
Setback
Façade width
Spacing between buildings
2. Delineation of
street space:
Creation of continuous street edge
Separation of public, semi-public, private areas
Fences
3. Garage placement
4. Site
improvements:
Driveways
Retaining walls
Walkways
Exterior water features
Other permanent landscaping features
Bulk, Proportion & Scale (Building size)
Height
Façade proportions
Scale
Massing (Building shape)
1. Mass of main
portion:
Form
Roof shape
Orientation
2. Mass of
additions:
Placement
Form
Bulk
Shape (gable, shed, etc.)
Pitch
Overhang
Dormers
Skylight placement (rear)
Chimneys
Windows
Type (double-hung, casement, etc.)
Material
Number of panes
Shape and proportion
Rhythm and balance
Shutters/window boxes
Storm?
Doors
Type
Material
Placement & orientation
Exterior Architectural
Elements
1. Porches
Style of posts and railing
Material
2. Exterior stairs
& railings
Materials
Wall siding
Foundation
Roof
Trim & Details
Trim
Gutters
Louvres, vents, etc.
Exterior lighting
Placement of mechanical systems
Colors
Level III Applications
also require:
1. Site plan of property at scale:1 inch = 20 feet
Must include location of all structure, parking,
driveways, walks, mechanical system locations.
2. Surveyed drawing of perimeter of the lot(s)
3. Elevation drawings
4. Samples/brochures of all materials
5. Samples/chips of paint colors
6. Color photos of site with footprint marked
7. The HDC will also want to visit the site.