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Development Design Standards <br /> <br />A.4.5 All exterior elements of heating and/or cooling systems must be screened from the view of <br />neighboring building sites and roadways and must be constructed to reduce noise transmission to <br />acceptable levels at adjoining properties. Materials to screen around HVAC systems shall match <br />or complement adjacent building materials. <br />A.4.7 All connections from trunk lines to individual structures must be underground; exposed <br />plumbing, electrical, and all other utilities and services are prohibited. All areas of excavation for <br />site utility work must be restored (see Landscaping). Utility trenching should be laid out in a <br />manner to minimize the impact on trees' critical root zone. <br />A.4.8 All utility meters (gas and electric) shall not be visible to roadways or neighboring building <br />sites. They shall be installed according to the guidelines provided by the utility companies. All <br />meter housings and junctions must be painted to match the siding color of the building or <br />accessory structure. <br /> <br />A.5 SITE AMENITIES / FURNITURE / EXTERIOR DISPLAY <br /> <br />Intent <br /> <br />Common amenities, like a common landscape, blend multiple uses within the development. <br />Within the pedestrian zone amenities such as waste containers, bicycle racks, benches and <br />planters contribute to customer and visitor interaction and create an inviting image for both <br />customers and employees. <br /> <br />Guidelines [see figure A] <br /> <br />A.5.1 Waste containers, bicycle racks, planters and benches shall share a common theme and <br />be the same model or type throughout the development. <br />A.$.2 Permanent exterior display yards for retail sites shall be limited to enclosed display areas <br />surrounded by walls and or fences. <br /> <br />A.7 SECURITY <br /> <br />Intent <br /> <br />To lessen the likelihood of crime within and around the development, integrate planning principles <br />such as surveillance of common areas, proper lighting and access control. <br /> <br />Guidelines <br /> <br />A.7.1 Define spaces within the development to create a sense of ownership such that intruders <br />and strangers stand out. <br />A.7.2 Maximize a spaces visibility through thoughtful design of building orientation, window <br />placement, entry/exit location and landscaping. <br /> <br />7 ELK RIDGE CENTER <br /> <br /> <br />