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Development Design Standards PURPOSE These Development Design Standards control site design quality, the use of harmonious materials, and compatibility between buildings. In addition to establishing an overall aesthetic for Elk Ridge Center, the intent of these Development Design Standards is to ensure that commercial structures maintain a level of design quality that is compatible with the design goals and theme of Elk Ridge Center. The standards further serve to maintain the design character of the Elk Ridge Center development by describing building massing, siting and materials which reflect important aspects of the desired architecture for the development. These Development Design Standards are organized into three sections — Purpose, Design Character/ Northwoods Theme and Architectural Standards. This document is written with Intent statements and Guidelines. The Intent statements present the overall goal for development and describe a desired outcome within the site or building design category. The Guidelines provide the direction as to how the goals of the intent statement can be met. These guidelines serve the purpose of educating the applicant on the expectations of the Master Developer and the type of design criteria and elements that can be incorporated into a project from the beginning. All construction is subject to all codes and ordinances as adopted by the State of Minnesota, Sherburne County, and the City of Elk River, and all other pertinent regulations. The most stringent regulations shall apply in the event of a conflict. PRELIMINARY REVIEW PROCESS Intent The Preliminary Review process tests the building and site concept. The purpose of the Preliminary Review is to review 3 '.: designs at an early stage and obtain comment on designs that ,..''ill., = may not be in keeping with these Commercial Rules & Design Guidelines. _ , �� ,,0 ;_, Guidelines R.1 Preliminary Review is required. The Preliminary Review process tests the building and site concept. Concerns or il ' all objections are easier to address and less costly when they are identified at the beginning of the design process. There is no fee a le I fit for the Preliminary Review. Preliminary review will be made by the Seller prior to formal application to the City. R.2 The applicant is encouraged to provide as much information a _- -`LT as possible for the Preliminary Review, as it allows the Buyer to obtain Seller advice regarding conceptual designs before final , construction drawings are prepared. R.3 Should the Seller require changes that effect the building's structure, exterior materials or exterior details, it is much easier to deal with them prior to completing final construction budget and drawings; and/or applying for PUD permits. R.4 Preliminary Review shall not be deemed to be a final approval for the construction of the improvement(s). 2 ELK RIDGE CENTER