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18 <br />4. Building massing and articulation should break down the scale of the <br />buildings, provide a rhythm, and ensure that buildings have a human scale <br />Long building facades (over 400 feet) should include a massing break or major <br />recess at each 300 feet. (See Objective Design Standards for Housing Sites, <br />Standard B.1.2 for reference) <br />Buildings shall have an articulated rhythm that generally reflects the pattern of <br />the residential units within. (See illustration, below) <br />While initial dimensional standards to meet the above standards are illustrated <br />below, a façade may incorporate breaks or change in pattern through alternative <br />means, such as using an element of different material, color and architectural <br />treatment, in lieu of providing a physical massing break. However, this approach <br />should be used sparingly, for example when a portion of the facade is used to <br />highlight the entry or another important feature. In such instances, higher quality <br />materials or special design treatments should be used. <br />Illustration: Massing Break