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Architectural Review Guidelines for Residential Additions, Improvements, and New Constructions
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- Introduction
- Architectural
Review Requirements
- Design Review Process Summary
- Design Review Criteria
- Required Items for
Architectural Review
- Sample Conditions of
Approval
IV. Design Review Criteria:
The residential development
policy of the City of San Ramon is to employ creative site design and
architectural quality that blends with the aesthetic characteristics of each
location and its surroundings, and incorporate a 360-degree design element*.
Architectural design compatibility with the existing structure and the
structures in the neighborhood are the keys to preserve and enhance the
City’s aesthetic quality. The following design issues are considered during
the application review:
- Bulk and Height of Structures;
Well designed homes in San Ramon often have variety of
indentations, projections, and height variations. A monotonous home design
is generally not well-received. A large blank wall with a few windows should
be avoided.
- Windows
The size of windows should be proportionate to the
structure and architectural features such as dormers and gables. Window and
window trim design should be consistent with the architectural style.
Locations of windows should be sensitive to minimize potential privacy
invasion to the neighboring homes.
- Architectural Details
Architectural details such as stone veneer façade, window
shutters, and window flower boxes are encouraged to enrich the quality of
the home. Any architectural details should be consistent with the
architectural style.
- Materials, Textures, and Colors
Selections of finishing materials such as walls, siding,
and roofing and their colors are as critical as the rest of the
architectural design. Most common approach to selecting the finishing
materials and colors is to match the existing conditions. The finishing
materials and their colors shall also be consistent with the architectural
style.
(*360-degree design: An architectural design that relates to all adjacent
buildings, including those on the side and rear as well as those facing the
building.) |
