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. Use materials appropriate to the architectural style of the home: stucco for bungalows and Spanish or Mediterranean homes, horizontal wood siding for Victorians, etc. . Use natural exterior materials.. ..Use of green building materials is encouraged. . Simulated materials may be used if determined to have an authentic look. . Commercial or industrial materials are not appropriate in residential areas. Staff believes that the proposed wood siding, shingles, and brick materials are appropriate. Staff believes that the roofing materials are appropriate. Staff has added a recommended condition of approval that the applicants be allowed to use individual Hardi planks instead of wood siding. Hardiplank is considered a green building material. Windows . The shape, materials and placement of windows should be appropriate to the architectural style. Various architectural styles require different window details. For example, windows in stucco exteriors must be recessed. For wood clad exteriors, windows do not need to be recessed provided there is substantial trim separating the windows from the wall and have windowsills that cast a shadow on the wall. . Do not use thin profile aluminum or plastic windows or dark glazing, if used, simulated mullions must appear real on both sides of the glass. Staffbelieves that the proposed vinyl windows, ifrecessed, will achieve the intent of the Downtown Design Guidelines. Staff has added a recommended condition of approval that the windows be recessed and that the window glazing shall be clear with no tint. Entries . New homes should reflect the predominant entry style of the street, direct or private. . Front porches are strongly encouraged. Use them on new construction. . Design porches or protected entryways to recall those elements found in surrounding homes. They should be a minimum of 6 feet in width. . Front doors should be ofthe highest quality material and hardware. . Special shapes and designs of front doors are encouraged to personalize the home. The applicants are proposing front porches on the units facing Peters approximately 4.5 to 5.5 feet in width. Staff has added a recommended condition of approval that the front porches be widened to a minimum of 6 feet in width, consistent with the Downtown Design Guidelines. The front entries have solid wood raised panel doors effectively announcing the entry. Architectural Details . Use masonry chimneys. Case No. PUD-37 Planning Commission Page-JO-