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Development Design Standards ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS A - SITE DESIGN AND LAYOUT [see sheets A-1 , A-2, L-2 & L-2] A.1 BUILDING SETBACKS AND THE BUILDING EDGE Intent Creating a good, comfortable sidewalk area for the pedestrian is the primary objective and building setbacks help define the character of the sidewalk area as public spaces. The height of the buildings, the setbacks, and the character of the landscaped areas determine the sense of spaciousness or, conversely, enclosure. The location and height of buildings, awnings and canopies, trees, and parking all contribute to the pedestrian's sense of comfort while on the sidewalk. Guidelines [see figures A& B] A.1.1 The building fronts shall be located at the building line to define the sidewalk edge and create a sense of vitality for the public sidewalk. A.1.2 Structures can set back from the building line to allow for outdoor dining areas, patios, plazas, and entranceways as long as the facade continuity is not interrupted. A.1.3 Development that is visible from or adjacent to roads, open space and residential areas shall have well designed facades on all sides. This is considered a "360 degree" design treatment. A.1.4 Certain architectural features may project into required setbacks as follows: cornices, canopies, eaves, belt courses, sills, or other similar architectural features. All encroachments must comply with all applicable codes and ordinances. A.1.5 Buildable Area and Setbacks: see ELK RIDGE CENTER Master Development Plan A.2 BALANCING PEDESTRIAN AREAS AND PARKING Intent The creation of a comfortable street zone has a balance maintained between parked cars and pedestrians. Refer to Master Development Plan Guidelines [see figures B & C] A.2.1 Parking lot designs should provide for the necessary parking spaces and related landscaping and pedestrian access. At least one paved, continuous and direct pedestrian walkway through the parking lot to the building shall be provided. When the walkway crosses a driveway, the walkway paving treatment shall be continuous. Refer to MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN regarding parking lot and pedestrian walkway locations. A.2.2 Trees, shrubs and ground covers shall be used in islands to break up large expanses of paving. A.2.3 Parking areas should be separated from buildings by either walkways or landscaped strips, preferably both. A.2.4 All driveways deviating from the master development plan are subject to City of Elk River review and approval. Driveways must be asphalt. Concrete aprons at driveways shall be a minimum 8" thick. Walkways should be designed to enhance the entry and connect the building to the development. Buildings shall be constructed as close as possible to the back of sidewalks. A.2.5 Walkways along Primary Buildings. Continuous pedestrian walkways no less than twelve feet(12')wide shall be provided along the full length of a primary building along any facade featuring a customer entrance and along any facade abutting customer parking areas. 5 ELK RIDGE CENTER