| 1. Introduction (5.6 megs) | 1-1 |
| A. Using These Guidelines | 1-1 |
| B. Purpose of Design Guidelines | 1-4 |
| C. Historic Preservation Ordinance and Design Review Process | 1-6 |
| D. Does My Project Require Review? | 1-1 |
| E. What Are Contributing and Non-Contributing Buildings | 1-9 |
| F. Federal, State and Local Incentives | 1-10 |
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| 2. Preservation Basics for Rehabilitation (1.3 megs) | 2-1 |
| A. Defining Terms | 2-1 |
| B. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation | 2-2 |
| C. Maintenance and Rehabilitation | 2-4 |
| D. Historical Significance and Integrity | 2-5 |
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| 3. Historic and Architectural Character (42.8 megs) | 3-1 |
| A. Development Overview | 3-1 |
| B. District Character and Sub-Areas | 3-6 |
| Old Towne | 3-6 |
| Poplar Lawn | 3-8 |
| Folly Castle | 3-10 |
| Centre Hill | 3-12 |
| South Market Street | 3-14 |
| Courthouse | 3-16 |
| North Battersea/West High Street | 3-18 |
| C.Common Architectural Styles | 3-20 |
| Residential | 3-20 |
| Commercial | 3-26 |
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| 4. Rehabilitation of Building Elements/Features (38.6 megs) | 4-1 |
| A. Foundations | 4-1 |
| B. Porches, Doors and Trim | 4-3 |
| C. Windows | 4-7 |
| D. Shutters | 4-13 |
| E. Storm Windows, Storm Doors and Thermal Efficiency | 4-14 |
| F. Roofs | 4-16 |
| G. Gutters | 4-20 |
| H. Facades and Storefronts | 4-21 |
| I. Rears of Buildings | 4-23 |
| J. End Walls | 4-24 |
| K. Considerations for Non-Contributing Buildings | 4-25 |
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| 5. Rehabilitation of Building Materials (14.2 megs) | 5-1 |
| A. Wood | 5-1 |
| B. Masonry | 5-3 |
| C. Stucco | 5-7 |
| D. Metal | 5-8 |
| E. Structural Pigmented Glass | 5-9 |
| F. Substitute Siding Materials | 5-10 |
| G. Paint | 5-11 |
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| 6. Guidelines for Vacant Buildings (2 megs) | 6-1 |
| A. Condition Issues | 6-1 |
| B. Mothballing Checklist | .6-2 |
| C. Other Considerations | .6-3 |
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| 7. General Considerations for New Construction Projects (37.6 megs) | 7-1 |
| A. Introduction | 7-1 |
| B. Building Types within the Historic Districts | 7-2 |
| C. Setback | 7-4 |
| D. Spacing | .7-6 |
| E. Facade Orientation | 7-7 |
| F. Massing and Building Footprint | 7-8 |
| G. Height, Width, and Scale | 7-9 |
| H. Directional Expression | 7-10 |
| I. Complexity of Form | 7-11 |
| J. Roof Form and Materials | 7-12 |
| K. Foundations | 7-15 |
| L. Doors and Windows | 7-16 |
| M. Porches and Balconies | 7-18 |
| N. Storefronts | .7-19 |
| O. Cornices | 7-20 |
| P. Materials, Texture, and Color | 7-21 |
| Q. Architectural Details and Decoration | 7-23 |
| R. Additions to Buildings within a Historic District | 7-25 |
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| 8. Guidelines for Private Sites (12.1 megs) | 8-1 |
| A. Residential Driveways and Walkways | 8-1 |
| B. Parking Areas | 8-2 |
| C. Landscaping | 8-3 |
| D. Fences and Walls | 8-4 |
| E. Lighting | 8-5 |
| F. Mechanical and Utilities Screening | 8-5 |
| G. Outbuildings | 8-6 |
| H. Vacant Lots | .8-7 |
| I. Address/Identification Elements | 8-7 |
| J. Archaeological Sites | 8-8 |
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| 9. Guidelines for Signs (5.8 megs) | 9-1 |
| A. Design, Compatibility, and Execution | .9-1 |
| B. Size and Number | 9-1 |
| C. Shape, Color, Materials and Lighting | .9-2 |
| D. Lettering Styles | .9-2 |
| E. Maintenance | 9-2 |
| F. Types of Signs | 9-3 |
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| 10. Awnings, Canopies and Marquees (0.6 megs) | 10-1 |
| A. Types | 10-1 |
| B. Design and Placement | 10-2 |
| C. Materials | 10-2 |
| D. Color | 10-2 |
| E. Lighting | 10-2 |
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| 11. Demolition and Relocation of Historic Structures (0.8 megs) | 11-1 |
| A. Criteria for Demolition of Existing Structures | 11-1 |
| B. Guidelines for Demolition | 11-2 |
| C. Criteria for Relocation of Existing Buildings | 11-2 |
| D. Guidelines for Moving Historic Buildings | 11-3 |
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| Appendices: | |
| A. References and Resources | A-l |
| B. Glossary | B-l |
| C. Maintenance Checklist | C-l |