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Pleasanton TOD Standards and Design Guidelines <br /> D. ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES <br /> Di. Residential Entries <br /> Development Standards: <br /> D1.1. All ground floor units (within 5 ft of grade) shall have entries onto street, <br /> internal street, paseo(walk), or open space. (including corridor buildings) <br /> Design Guidelines <br /> D1.a. Entries should be the predominant feature of front facades, and should have <br /> a scale that is in proportion to the size of the building and number of units <br /> being accessed. Larger buildings should have a prominent, centralized <br /> building entrance. <br /> D1.b. Building fronts should include porches, unit entries, and architectural <br /> detailing. <br /> D1.c. Building entries should be the prominent feature of the front facade and <br /> identify access to individual units. <br /> D1.d. Building entries that face a public street, drive or common space should be <br /> the first choice for entry location. <br /> D1.e. Porches and balconies that face streets should be semi - transparent and be <br /> incorporated into the materials and design of the building. <br /> D1.f. Porches may encroach 5' into the front yard setback. <br /> D1.g. Front yard patios can be used and be part of entry path or a separate space. <br /> Patios should have a low fence, screen, or hedge no higher than 3 ft to <br /> transition between public and private areas. <br /> D2. Window Treatments <br /> Design Guidelines <br /> D2.a. Windows are a very important element of building form and should be well <br /> organized on a building facade to create a rhythm or pattern. <br /> D2.b. Windows should emphasize vertical massing of buildings. <br /> D2.c. Windows should have a hierarchy of sizes emphasizing the function of the <br /> living spaces and views while allowing for privacy of neighboring properties. <br /> D2.d. Windows should be well detailed and consistent with the architectural design <br /> of the building. <br /> D2.e. Windows should be "punched" in from the exterior building wall or should be <br /> defined by well- designed trims. Trim material should contrast with wall <br /> materials. <br /> D2.f. Windows should overlook streets and open spaces to provide "eyes on the <br /> street" and ensure clear views for safety. <br /> City of Pleasanton - 47 - DRAFT #7 2/11/11 <br />