CC approval on 3/8/05AGENDA REQUEST FORM
COPPELL
DEPT~ Planning
DATE: March 8, 2005
ITEMi#: 12
ITEM CAPTION:
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. ZC-617(CH) to change the zoning from HO-C (Historic Overlay-Cotnmemial);
HO-C-Sd 125R (Historic Overlay-Commercial-Special Use Permit-1125 Revised); HO-I~ (Historic Overlay-Retail); HO-SF-7 (Historic
Overlay-Single Family-7); HO-SF-12 (Historic Overlay-Single Family-12) HO-LI (HistOric Overlay-Light Industrial); PD-119-HO-SF-9
(Planned Development- 119-Historic Overlay-Single Family-9); PD- 108-HO-LI (Planned De'~elopment- 108-Historic Overlay-Light Industrial);
PD-188-HO-C (Planned Development-188-Historic Overlay-Commercial); PD-197-HO-TH-I/C (Planned Development-197-Historic Overlay
Townhome-l/Commemial), and PD-206-HO-R (Planned Development-206-Historic OveHay-Retail) to the proposed zoning dish-itt H
(Historic), replacing the Historic Overlay district, to adopt specific uses and development r~gulations for a Historic district, while retaining
the development conditions of the existing Planned Developments and Special Use P{rmits, and to attach Design Guidelines as an
appendix to the Zoning Ordinance.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
APPROVED BY
CITY COUNCIL
ON ABOVE DATE
Motion to close Public
Hearing & Approve
Vote - 6-0
Brancheau absent from
chambers for the vote
Date of P&Z Meeting: February 17, 2005
Decision of P&Z Commission: Approved (4-1) with Commissioners B~rchgardt, Foreman, Kittrell and
Reese voting in favor. Commissioner Milosevich opposed. Commissiogers Hall and McCaffrey were
absent.
The Planning Commission approved the Design Guidelines, subject to the ddition of the word "generally" being
added to page 8, as follows:
Additions (#2 to read as follows):
; .... ~ '~; .... '~ ~ ....... (CONDITION MET~
and in Article 28A "H" HISTORIC DISTRICT:
Sec. 12-28A-5. Standards of construction. (Page 6of8):
16. Additions
'~: .... '~ -~ ....... (CONDITION MET)
Staff reconmnends approval.
Agenda Request Form - Revised 09/04
)ocument Name: ~IZC-617(CH) I-AR
CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE: Old Coppell Design Gui
P & Z HEARING DATE:
C.C. HEARING DATE:
STAFFREP.:
LOCATION:
SIZE OF AREA:
February 17, 2005
March 8, 2005
delines
Matt Steer, City Planner/Gary L. Siel Planning Director
Both sides of Coppell Road from th~ DART line extending north to
just south of Cooper Lane, and east and west along Bethel Road
from east of Loch Lane to west of The Springs subdivision,
including Grapevine Springs Park.
Approximately 100 acres of propert)
CURRENT ZON1NG:
HO-C (Historic Overlay-Commerclal); HO-C-S-1125R (Historic
Overlay-Commercial-Special Use ~ermit-l125 Revised); HO-R
(Historic Overlay-Retail); HO-S~-7 (Historic Overlay-Single
Family-7); HO-SF-12 (Historic Ov4rlay-Single Family-12); HO-LI
(Historic Overlay-Light Industrial
Development-119-Historic Overlay-
LI (Plarmed Development-108-His
PD-188-HO-C (Planned Devel~
~ PD-119-HO-SF-9 (Planned
single Family-9); PD-108-HO-
oric Overlay-Light Industrial);
,ment-188-Historic Overlay-
Commercial); PD-197-HO-TH-I/C (Planned Development-197-
Historic Overlay Townhome-1/Conmercial), and PD-206-HO-R
(Planned Development-206-Historic }Overlay-Retail)
APPLICANT:
REQUEST:
Initiated by the City of Coppell and
Coppell Master Plan.
Change the current zoning to th
(Historic) to replace the Historic O~
uses and development regulations
retaining the development condil
he recommendations of the Old
: proposed zoning district H
erlay district, to adopt specific
for a Historic district, while
ions of the existing Planned
Developments and Special Use ermits, and to attach Design
Guidelines as an appendix to the ZOning Ordinance.
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HISTORY:
TRANSPORTATION:
The Old Coppell Master Plan was discussed and accepted by City
Council in April 2002. This provided the planning/land-use analysis
for the area. On May 13, 2003, Council amended the land use
component of the 1996 Comprehensive Plan and enlarged the
Historic Overlay district, as proposed in the Old Coppell Master
Plan and as recommended in April 2{)03 by the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
A draft of the guidelines for the district was brought before the
Commission on December 16, 2004, and then to the property owners
of the area on January 13, 2005. The Guidelines have since been
rcdrafled as a proposed section within the Zoning Ordinance
(Historic district) and as a proposed appendix.
The major streets in the area are C0ppell and Bethel Roads. These
are each two-lane asphalt roadways: that will be improved to two-
lane concrete streets with some on-street parking within a varying
width right-of-way throuOt Old Coppell (the southern end of
Coppell Road within the HO district is not scheduled for
improvements at this time).
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
The Comprehensive Plan shows the property as suitable for
development as a historic area, with a variety of different
uses.
DISCUSSION:
The Implementation Strategy within the Old Coppell Master Plan called
for Old Coppell Design Guidelines to be drafted and adopted. Staff
prepared the draft document and brought if before the property owners in
the HO district. At that meeting, the response was positive, but some
concern was raised as to whether the guidelines would be enforceable. If
the guidelines remain as guidelines only, they would only be enforceable
as recommendations during the Site Plan Review process. The Site Plan
package would be reviewed against the guidelines and presented to the
Planning and Zoning Commission for a recommendation to City Council.
Exceptions to the guidelines could be requested and granted on a regular
basis; therefore, diluting the ability to consistently regulate development
within the area. However, if adopted as part of the Zoning Ordinance, the
applicant would be required to comply or seek a variance before the Board
of Adjustment in order to deviate from the specific standards. Therefore,
staff is recommending incorporating the measurable standards within the
Zoning Ordinance and including the more subjective and discretionary
items in the Guidelines.
The development standards proposed for the H district have been
enhanced over the standards in other business districts. The reason for the
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difference is the change in outcomes desired within the H district, which
include:
1. Preserving and enhancing the area's special historic,
architectural and aesthetic featurqs.
2. Ensuring that new constructior~ and alterations to existing
structures are compatible with th~ character of the area.
3. Promoting pedestrian activity( within Old Coppell to
encourage an atmosphere of a bT-gone era.
The suburban development standards found throughout Coppell are
orientated to the automobile. On-site parl~ing is the primary method of
meeting the number of spaces required wi{hin the other business zoning
districts, but alternative methods are allowed within the H district, such as
on-street, shared and valet parking. Build!ngs that are viewed from an
automobile have specific standards (80% m~tsonry, awnings, signage, etc.);
whereas, the standards for the Historic district are more pedestrian
orientated. The signage regulations within the other districts are intended
to be seen from the automobile (monumeht signs and attached signage
with internally-lit channel lettering), whereCs the signage for the Historic
district is to be scaled for and viewed by the pedestrian. The proposed H
district regulation for parking lot lighting is more human in scale without
compromising safety (20' maximum he!ght). The entranceways and
storefronts are proposed to have clear, vertically oriented windows,
allowing for window-shopping and perusal throughout the area. The intent
of the raised entryways is to bring the shopper/consumer off the sidewalk
into a distinct place.
The proposed zoning change from HO toll will not affect the specific
regulations contained within the existing Pl)'s and SUP's in this area. The
HO district currently has various base zonir}gs (SF-12, Retail, Commercial
and Light Industrial). The uses to be included within the district have been
specifically selected to achieve the develop~nent goals for this area. These
uses are intended to provide an area for livlng, shopping, dining, working,
recreation and entertainment, which will remain active during evenings
and weekends.
Some of the proposed uses to be permittqd by right are: jeweler, retail;
hotel, motels; and film developing and printing, which previously were
only permitted with a Special Use Permit. nome of the uses proposed to be
changed from currently permitted by right to requiring a Special Use
Permit are: auto parts sales (new); college, university or parochial school,
private school and related facilities; hospital and day care. The proposed
permitted uses are compatible with the chalacteristics of the district. Some
of the proposed changes are due to the scale and intensity of the use. A
school, day care or hospital may generate large amounts of traffic and may
need special review. Some of the uses prqviously permitted by right and
by Special Use Permit, are now excluded from the district, due to the
desired character of the Historic district. Examples of these include auto
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laundries or car wash, automobile and truck rental, automobile repair
garage, automobile sales or rental, and all manufacturing uses.
In summary, items addressed in the Ordinance and Guidelines include the
following:
· Targeted uses and events encouraged consistent with the Old Coppell
Master Plan.
· Development is compatible in scale, shape, orientation to the street,
height, material, color and placement or~ the lot.
· Regulations for accessory structures, demolition and recommendations
on moving buildings into the district.
· Limitations placed on driveways and cui'b cuts.
· Fence regulations including permitting picket fences in the front and
privacy fences and masonry walls in the rear.
· Flexibility in landscaping to provide less perimeter landscaping with
more streetscaping/hardscaping.
· Lighting standards compatible with the structures, but when security
lighting is needed, placed on the second{try or rear elevation.
· Mechanical systems screened and placed on the rear facade.
· Parking screened and located to the rear of the lot.
· Appropriate signage to not obstruct the building features.
The H district section of the Zoning Ordinance and the Design Guidelines,
also include regulations pertaining to speclific architectural features (i.e.,
awnings, doors, shutters, windows, etc...) and the details associated with
traditional and historic design. Appendix B of the Design Guidelines -
Repair and Maintenance gives prOCedures for preserving and
rehabilitating various architectural features. Appendices C, D, and E of
the Design Guidelines contain definitions of Procedures, Technical Items
and Architectural terms.
RECOMMENDATION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
Staff recommends approval of the zoning ~:hange, the amendments to the
Zoning Ordinance and the Design Guidelineg.
ALTERNATIVES: 1) Recommend approval of the request.
2) Recommend disapproval of the request
3) Recommend modification of the request
4) Take under advisement for reconsideration at a later date.
ATTACHMENTS: 1) Proposed Historic District Regulations
2) Old Coppell Design Guidelines
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ARTICLE 28A. "H" HISTORIC DISTRICT
Sec. 12-28A-0. General purpose and description. The historic district "H" is intended to:
1. Provide special development standards compatible with the unique
character of Old Coppell, as defined herein.
2. Preserve and enhance the area's special historic, architectural and
aesthetic features.
3. Ensure that new construction and alterations to exlsting structures are
compatible with the unique character of the area.
4. Provide an area for living, shopping, dining, workir~g, recreation and
entertainment.
5. Promote pedestrian activity within Old Coppell to encourage an
atmosphere of a by-gone era.
Sec. 12-28A-1. Use regulations.
A building or premise shall be used only for the following purposes:
1. Artisan's Workshop.
2. Barber and beauty shop.
3. Building material sales. (no outside storage)
4. Bus/Transportation stop
5. Business or trade school.
6. Business support services.
7. Church, Synagogue, or other places of worship
8. Communications services (other than telecommurlication towers and
facilities).
9. Community centers (public or private).
10. Consumer repair services.
11. Drug store or pharmacy.
12. Dry cleaning and laundry.
13. Equipment sales.(no outside storage or display)
14. Film developing and printing.
15. Financial services.
16. Fix-it shops for such items as bicycles and lawn mowers (no outside
storage).
17. Florist (no outside storage).
18. Fraternal club or lodge.
19. Furniture stores.
20. Hardware store.
21. Heating and air conditioner shop.
22. Hotel or motel, including Bed and Breakfast.
23. Incidental retail and service uses.
24. Jeweler, retail.
25. Laboratory: Scientific, research, testing, medical,i dental, or optical so long
as all operations are conducted indoors.
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26. Meat market (retail only).
27. Movie theater. (indoor)
28. Municipal buildings.
29. Museum.
30. Other general retail sales of similar nature and ch
business establishment is subject to the following
wholly within an enclosed building; required yards
sale of storage or merchandise or for the storage
containers or waste material; all merchandise be
retail on the premises; such use not be objection;
excessive light, smoke, dust, noise, vibration or si
31. Personal services.
32. Pet services.
33. Photography studio.
34. Postal facilities.
35. Printing shop or company (retail only).
36. Professional and administrative offices where ser~
~racter provided that the
conditions; conducted
not be used for display,
3f vehicles, equipment,
first-hand and be sold at
ible because of odor,
'nilar nuisance.
,ices are provided only
and no goods are offered for sale on the premise.,, including but not
limited to doctors, dentists, attorneys, architects, ,ngineers, urban
planners, insurance, real estate, banks and simil offices.
37. Public buildings. ,
38.Television studio.
39.Temporary buildings for use incidental to constru~ion work on the
premises, which said building shall be removed.(n~o living quarters are
permitted)
40.Veterinarian or animal hospital (no outside kennel¢).
41. Parks and Open Space.
42. Uses permitted by Special Use Permit according :p Section 12-30-14.
Sec. 12-28A-2. Maximum height regulations.
The maximum height regulations will be:
35 feet nor more than two and one-half stories hid
architectural elements such as cupolas, chimneys
h, not including
and steeples.
Sec. 12-28A-3. Area regulations.
The structure shall conform to the existing setbacl~ pattern along the same
street. The size and shape of new buildings -shal! be consistent with the
general massing of the existing "character definin~l" buildings.
1.
Front yard: To be measured from back of c~rb, generally, 15'-25'
Size of yards:
(A)
total on public and private property compris{ing of:
(1) 7' wide are,a of street trees, landscal~ing and lighting.
(2) Minimum 5 wide concrete sidewalk ~vith stamped concrete
bands. ,
(3) 5' to 10' wide area with plants and ~her amenities
(benches, trash receptacles, bike ra(~ks, etc...) if appropriate.
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(4) The front yard may also contain a p~tio (outside of the
sidewalk) if a restaurant or similar u~e is proposed. A larger
front yard is permitted for institutional uses.
(B) Side yard: 0' to 8' maximum unless:
(1) Adjacent to a roadway, then it shall be treated as a front yard
(this shall follow the same architectdral guidelines as the
primary fa(;ade).
(2) Adjacent to a residential district, the~ it shall equal the side
yard requirements of that residentialI district.
(3) A fire lane or drive is included in the side yard, then a s de
yard can extend to the limits of suchlfire I~ne or drive.
(C) Rear yard: no rear yard is required unless Sdjacent to a residential
zoning district, then a 10' minimum landscape buffer is required in
accordance with Section 12-33-1. (Rear yards shall provide for
parking.)
2. Minimum size of lot:
(A) Lot area: None.
(B) Lot width: None.
(C) Lot depth: None.
3. Maximum Building Size:
(A) Building footprint may not exceed 5,000 square feet without a
Special Use Permit.
Sec. 12-28A-4. Parking regulations.
Parking shall be in accordance with the off-street parking regulations of Article
31 of the Zoning Ordinance. Special considerations and Irequirements
specifically for the Historic district are as follows:
1. No parking area shall be allowed within five feet of the rear property line,
when abutting a nonresidential district.
2. Parking is not permitted to be located in the frontyard.
3. No property shall be converted to exclusive parkin~g usage without being
approved through the Special Use Permit processI.
4. Asphalt shall be permitted for parking areas withir! the Historic district.
5. Parking lots shall be screened through plantings o¢ hedges, shrubs, trees,
or fences at edges and in medians within the park!ng area. The screening
and landscaping of parking areas shall be in accol'dance with Articles 33
and 12-34-8b, respectively.
6. Parking lots between buildings shall align edge screening with front
fa(;ades of adjacent buildings.
7. Parking lots on comer lots shall have edge screening on both the front and
side street.
8. On-street, valet and/or shared parking (Section 12-31-8) may be credited
to the parking requirements.
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Sec. 12-28A-5. Standards of construction.
1. Ali on-site asphalt pavement shall comply with City design criteria and
standards for parking lots. (For City Design Criteria ai~d Standards see
Appendix C, Section I, paragraph E(1)(j), of Ordinanc~e No. 94643,
Subdivision Regulations, as amended.)
2. Driveways: ;
(A) Shall not exceed 24' maximum width.
(B) Shall be located to the side with garages sited in the rear yards unless
original garage was located to the side.
(C) May be constructed of concrete, patterned concrete, brick or asphalt
outside the public right-of-way; patterned concrete within the public right-
of-way.
(D)Shall have parking pads located in the rear yard ~nd screened with
hedges, shrubs, or fences where visible from the ~treet.
3. Building Materials and Paint Colors:
(A) Wood or other siding shall consist of or closely resemble painted
horizontal clapboard, horizontal shiplap, vertical t~ngue-in-groove or
vertical board and batten siding. Materials other titan wood shall consist of
masonite, metal or vinyl. Metal and vinyl siding sh~all have a baked-on,
non-glossy enamel surface or other factory finish Which requires no
additional coat(s) of paint at time of installation.
(B)Aluminum or clad chimneys are prohibited.
(C) Commercial buildings shall have a minimum of 6(; % glazed area (window
and door openings) for ground floor primary fa(;ac es.
(D) Glass shall be transparent rather than tinted or re' lective.
(E) Paint colors shall be compatible with the building'=; style and design.
(F) Generally no more than 3 colors shall be applied I)er building.
(G) Brick, stone or other naturally unpainted material: shall not be painted
unless the material has been painted previously.
4. Roof form and pitch:
(A) The predominant roof form should be a gable.
street are particularly appropriate based on histor
(B) Exceptions to the gable roof form are most a
buildings that warrant distinction. Architectural
and steeples are appropriate for institutional buil,
Gable ends fronting the
c precedents.
3ropriate for institutional
.~atures such as cupolas
ngs.
(C) Roofs can be screened by parapet fa(;ades.
shall be traditional in design and comp[atible with the character
(D) Dormers
and scale of the structure.
5. Orientation to the street:
(A) Building fa(;ades shall be parallel with the street.
(B)AII buildings shall have the main entrance frontilng the primary adjacent
street, and entrances shall be well articulated !hrough design. Corner
entrances are acceptable for corner buildings.
(C) Commercial buildings shall be built in close proximity to the sidewalk, with
the exceptions being restaurants with front outdoqr dining.
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(D)lnstitutional buildings can be set back from the street to distinguish
themselves as special buildings.
6. Location and proportion of entrances, windows, bolumns, porches, and
divisional bays:
(A) Buildings having fa~;ades longer than those historlcally found in the district
shall utilize distinct vertically oriented bays to brea~< up the massing.
(B) Massing shall be broken up through the use of ~a(;ade plane projections
and recesses, pilasters, roofline variations, color!and material variations,
and canopies.
(C)AII window and door openings shall be vertically oriented and shall be
vertically aligned between floors.
7. Windows:
(A) Display window mullion or framing shall be of Wood, copper, or bronze
metal.
(B) Clear, rather than tinted glass shall be used foristorefronts. If privacy or
shade is required, use interior shades or blinds.
(C) Window panes shall be vertically oriented.
8. Doors:
(A)Doors located on the primary fa(;ade shall I~e traditional in design
(stamped metal doors are not appropriate).
(B)Screen doors shall be preserved and maidtained if original, and
constructed with wood frame if new.
(C)Storm doors shall be full-view and baked-O~ enamel or anodized
aluminum in compatible colors. Silver Aluminqm storm doors on the
primary fa(;ade are discouraged.
9. Canopies/Awnings:
(A) Shall be individually located within major bays, n(~t continuous.
(B) Shall not cover architectural features of the fa(;ad~e.
(C) Shall be of colors to compliment the structure.
(D)Shall be made to fit opening and shall be of al style appropriate to the
building.
(E)VVhen adding to a building, use traditional ~lesigns, materials, and
placement.
(F) Canopies shall be at least 8' above grade.
(G)Canopies shall be wooden and parallel with the si~lewalk.
(H)Awnings shall be angled and made of fabric (cat, vas) or similar materials
(sunbrella). Plastic and metal are prohibited.
(I) Awnings shall not be internally lit.
10. Shutters
(A) Shall be of Iouvered wood construction, and shalllfit the window opening
(so that if closed, they would cover the window opening).
11. Foundations
(A) Shall be raised and constructed of brick (Brick veheer is acceptable).
12. Gutters
(A) Shall be half-rounded.
13. Electrical and gas meters and other mechanical equipment
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(A) Shall be located on the rear facades and shall be iscreened from view.
Refer to Article 33 for additional screening regulations.
14. Skylights
(A) Shall not be located where visible from the street.
15. Staircases
(A) Shall be enclosed and not open to the street.
16. Additions
(^) Shall be of a compatible design in keeping with thf~ original structure's
character, roof shape, materials, color, and alignr~ent of window, door,
and cornice height, etc.
(B) Generally, shall be secondary (subordinate) to thd original structure in
scale, design, and placement.
(C)Shall be attached to the rear fa(~ade, not the fronl~ fa(~ade or visible
portions of secondary fa(~ades.
17. Accessory Structures:
(A) Shall conform to the setback standards of 12-28^i3.
(B) Shall be smaller in scale than the primary building.
(C)Shall be compatible in design, shape, materials, and roof shape and
reflect the general character of the primary buildidg.
18. Fences and Walls:
(A) Wooden picket fences may be located in the fronl yard on private property
and constructed to a height of three-and-a-half fe~t; have pickets no wider
than four inches and set no further apart than three inches; and of a
design compatible and appropriate with the house.
(B)Wood board fences for privacy shall only bei located in rear yards;
generally no taller than six feet; set back from theifront fa(~ade (wall plane)
of the structure at least half-way back from the frqnt to the back walls, and
shall be stained or painted to blend with the structure; and of a design
compatible with the structure.
(C)Walls of freestanding brick are not permitted in front yards but are
acceptable at rear yards and side yards not visible from the street.
(D) Fences of railroad ties or timbers, whether freestanding or as a retaining
wall, are not permitted.
19.AII construction shall be in general conformance with tthe Old Coppell Design
Guidelines, as outlined in Appendix ^.
Sec. 12-28A-6. Landscape requirements.
1. Landscaped areas shall be provided according to Artlcle 34. Considerations
for additional streetscaping/hardscaping in lieu of reqiJired nonvehicular
and/or perimeter landscaping within Article 34 can bel considered at time of
the site plan approval process. All of the interior land~scaping (12-34-8(B))
requirements shall be met.
2. Trees shall be planted with similar species and patterns to the adjacent
property, if applicable.
3. Landscaping shall be used to buffer parking areas from public view.
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Sec. 12-28A-7, Signage requirements.
Article 29 is not applicable to the Historic district. All elements (board,
bracket, posts, mounting devises, etc...) of the sign mus: be approved by the
Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council. i
1. Signage shall not obscure the building's fa(;ade or hi~le the building's
character. Signage shall reflect or compliment the ard~hitectural features of the
structure.
2. Some examples of compatible signs are:
(A) Signs painted directly on window glass.
(B) Signs placed in the original sign board area. j
(C) Individual letter signs incorporated in the primary ~a(;ade.
(D) Temporary and appropriate freestanding signs inlyards.
(E) Projecting signs or hanging signs as approve~l through the site plan
approval process. ~
3. Colors and materials:
(A)
Colors
shall
compliment those used on the structure.
(B) Fluorescent colors and reflective paints or rrlaterials are specifically
excluded.
4. Signs shall be pedestrian in scale.
5. Signs shall not use motion or flashing lights.
6. Signs shall be lit top-down style with the lighting w(~ll aimed with little or no
spill over.
Sec. 12-28A-8. Lighting requirements.
Lighting in the Historic District shall provide an adequate level of safety
while illuminating buildings, signage, parking areas and ~ valkways.
1. Fixtures to be added should be from the period of the structure, or if new,
simple in design, based on traditional designs of th( early twentieth century,
and mounted on porch ceilings or on the exterior wa adjacent to the primary
entrance.
2. Security lighting, such as floodlights, shall only be m(Junted on secondary and
rear fa(;ades.
3. Parking lot lighting shall be appropriate to the district and shall not exceed 20
feet in height.
4. Small walkway lights rather than freestanding post-~ounted lights are more
appropriate for private sidewalks and driveways.
5. Signs shall be top lit down with the lighting well a~imed having little or no
spillover.
6. Streetlights shall be compatible with those previously approved within this
district.
Sec. 12-28A-9. Refuse container (dumpster) requirements.
1. For institutional and commercial structures, refusejcontainers (dumpsters)
shall be located in the rear and screened from street view with
screening/fencing and/or shrubbery.
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2. For residential areas in the Historic district, it is nqt permitted for a single-
family home to have a permanent refuse container~. If (as in the case of a
multi-family residential building), a refuse container is~ necessary, it shall be to
the rear of the structure, or movable to the location o~ garbage pickup.
3. If proposing a trash receptacle, then it shall be designed as outlined in
Appendix A, Subsection R - Streetscape Furnishings.
Sec. 12-28A-10. Demolition.
1. Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council approval is required.
Sec. 12-28A-11. Moving Buildings.
1. Planning and Zoning Commission and City Councili approval is required for
moving any building in or out of the district.
Sec. ~12-30-~14, "H" Historic (Uses permitted only by Special Use Permit)
1. Auto parking lot.
2. Auto parts sales (new).
3. Broadcasting facilities, radio or television {for towers bee Sec. 12-32A -
Telecom. Ordinance}.
4. Carpentry, painting or, plumbing shops.
5. Cemetery.
6. College, university, or parochial school, private schoc~l and related facilities.
7. Day nursery or day care centers (children or adult). ~
8. Drive-in theater (outdoor)
9. Electric substation, transmission line or other public qtilities.
10. Grocery and convenience stores.
11. Hospital.
12. Limited warehousing and distribution shall be limited io a maximum of 20
percent of the floor area of the building.
13. Mortuary or funeral services.
14. Multi-story garage (commercial).
15. Nursing home, convalescent home, home for the age~l, assisted living, etc.
16. Office warehouse - with less than 20% of the floor a(rea being devoted to
warehousing.
17. Radio broadcasting towers. ,
18. Radio, television or microwave receiving dish (subjec! to screening
regulations; see section 12-33-1).
19.Sports, Recreation and Entertainment - indoor or out~loor
20.Office, Retail, or Commercial with Residential on secqnd floor.
21. Residential development in general conformance witl~ Old Coppell Concept
Plan (Appendix A)
22. Building footprint exceeding 5,000 square feet.
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Old Coppell
Design Guidelines
C.C.
Prepared by the
Planning Department
Revised: 5/2/05
Design Guidelines
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION: ................................................................................ ~ ...................................................... 3
MAP OF DISTRICT: ............................................................................i ...................................................... 3
PERMITTED USES: .............................................................................i ...................................................... 4
A. TARGETED & PERMITTED USES .................................................. i ...................................................... 4
B. EVENTS ENCOURAGED ...............................................................i ...................................................... 4
NEW CONSTRUCTION: ..................................................................... i ...................................................... 5
A. NEW CONSTRUCTION ................................................................. i ...................................................... 5
B, ADDITIONS ................................................................................. i ...................................................... 8
ACCESSORY STRUCTURES: ............................................................ ! ...................................................... 9
A. EXISTING STRUCTURES .............................................................. i ...................................................... 9
B. NEW CONSTRUCTION OF SECONDARY STRUCTURES ................... ~ ...................................................... 9
DEMOLITION: ..................................................................................... i ..................................................... 9
MOVING BUILDINGS: ....................................................................... i .................................................... 10
A. MOVING A BUiLDiNG INTO TIIE HISTORIC DISTRICT .................... i .................................................... 10
B. NEW FOUNDATION WALLS ......................................................... i .................................................... 10
C. MOVING A BUILDING OUT OF TIlE DISTRICT ............................... i .................................................... 10
NON-HISTORIC BUILDINGS: .......................................................... i .................................................... 10
ON-SITE (REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW CONSTRUCT[ON, AD[~IT[ONS AND
RENOVATIONS): ................................................................................. i .................................................... 10
CURB CUTS ..................................................................................................................................... 10
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
K.
L.
M.
N.
O.
P.
Q.
DRIVEWAYS ...............................................................................
FENCES AND WALLS ..................................................................
FIRE SAFETY ...........................................................
HANDICAP ACCESS ....................................................................
LANDSCAPING ............................................................................
LIGHTING ...................................................................................
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS .............................................................
PARKS / PLAYGROUNDS ................................................................................................................. 14
REFUSE CONTAINERS ...................................................................................................................... 15
SIDEWALKS .................................................................................................................................... 15
SIGNS ............................................................................................................................................. 15
STEPS& WALKS ............................................................................................................................ 16
STREET WIDTtlS/RIGDTS-OF-W AY ............................................ [ .................................................... 17
STREETSCAPE FURNISIBNGS ...................................................... ' .................................................... 16
APPENDIX A - ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN DETAILS: ............. ' .................................................. A-I
A. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS AND FEATURES ................................ ~ .................................................. A-1
B. AWNINGS ................................................................................... i .................................................. A-1
C. CHIMNEYS ................................................................................. i .................................................. A-2
D. DECKS ........................................................................................ , .................................................. A-3
E. DOORS ....................................................................................... ; .................................................. A-3
F. FENCES AND WALLS ..................................................................................................................... A-3
G, FOUNDATIONS ............................................................................................................................... A-3
H. GUTTERS .................................................................................... i .................................................. A-4
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[. LIGHT FIXTURES ON COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS ............................................................................ A-4
J. PORCHES ....................................................................................................................................... A-3
K. ROOFS ........................................................................................................................................... A-4
L. SCREENS ....................................................................................................................................... A-5
M. SECURITY DOORS & WINDOWS .................................................................................................... A-5
N, SHUTTERS ..................................................................................................................................... A-5
O. SKYLIGHTS ................................................................................................................................... A-5
P. STAIRCASES .................................................................................................................................. A-6
Q. STOREFRONTS ON COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS ................................................................................ A-6
R. WINDOWS ..................................................................................................................................... A-6
APPENDIX B - REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE: ........................... ~ ................................................... B-I
A. AWNINGS ....................................................................................................................................... B-I
B. BRICK AND MASONRY ................................................................................................................... B-1
C. CHIMNEYS ..................................................................................................................................... B-2
D. ENTRANCES ...................................................................................................................................
E. FOUNDATIONS ................................................................................................................................ B-2
F. GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS ......................................................................................................... B-2
G. PORCHES & EXTERIOR ORNAMENTATION ...................................................................................... B-2
H. ROOF, CORNICES ........................................................................................................................... B-3
I. SIDING ........................................................................................................................................... B-3
J. SIGNS ......................................................................................... ~ ................................................... B-4
K. WINDOWS ...................................................................................................................................... 8-5
L. WOOD ............................................................................................................................................ B-5
APPENDIX C - PROCEDURAL DEFINITIONS ............................. ~ .................................................. C-1
APPENDIX D - TECHNICAL DEFINITIONS ................................. ~ .................................................. D-1
APPENDIX E - GLOSSARY OF ARCHITECTURAL TERMS....~ ....................................... E-I
APPENDIX F - BIBLIOGRAPHY ...................................................... ~ ................................................... F-1
City of Coppell 2 iHistoric District
Design Guidelines
INTRODUCTION
Introduction:
^. These guidelines are intended to be helpful in development and
redevelopment of the Historic District. Thpse do not provide exact
formulas for design. The desired results of the Historic District are as
follows:
1. Provide special development standards compatible with the unique
character of Old Town Coppell, as defined herein.
2. Preserve and enhance the area's special historic, architectural and
aesthetic features.
3. Ensure that new construction and alterations to existing structures are
compatible with the unique character of the area.
4. Provide an area for living shopping, dining, working, recreation and
entertainment.
5. Promote pedestrian activity within Old Coplpell to encourage an
atmosphere of a by-gone era.
Map of District:
City of Coppell 3 Historic District
Design Guidelines PERMITTED USES
Tar.qeted & Permitted Uses:
A. As stated in the Old Coppell Master Plan, Th~
regulating land uses within the study area is
accommodate a rich variety of uses. While tr
should remain flexible to adapt to changing
proposed zoning will achieve, the following
considered optimal. A complete list of Permitte,
12-28A-1 of the Zoning Ordinance.
1. Artisan's Workshop
2. Bakery
3. Family Restaurant
4. Fine Dining Restaurant
5. Bookstore
6. Gift Shop
7. Coffee House
8. Antiques
9. Theme Restaurant
10. Hobby/Craft Store
11. Florist
12. Bed-n-Breakfast
13. Hotel
14. Theater
15. Shoe Repair
16. Jewelry Shops
17. Retail on First Floor
18. Office and Residential on Second Floor and
19. institutional
20. Parks and Open Space
21. Residential
B. Events encouraged are:
1. Festivals/Parties
2. Concerts
3. Farmers Market Activities
4. Arts and Craft Shows
5. Children's Events (Puppet Shows, Easter E
6. Book Sighings...
; proposed mechanism for
mixed use zoning that will
is proposed land use plan
market conditions, as the
land uses are currently
Uses is contained in Sec.
'or Rear
Hunts, etc...)
City of Coppell 4 iHistoric District
Design Guidelines Accesspry Structures & Demolition
New Construction (Plannin.q and Zonin.qiCommission and City
Council approval required):
A. New construction of primary buildings shall maintain, not disrupt, the
existing pattern of surrounding historic buildings along the street by being
similar in the following:
1. Scale (height and width) - Maximum height is to be 35' or two and
one-half stories, not including architectural elements such as cupolas,
chimneys and steeples.
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2. Shape - The massing of new buildings should be consistent with the
general massing of the existing "character defining" buildings, and shall
generally not exceed 5,000 square feet in s~e.
3. Roof form and,pitch
a. The predominant roof form should be a gable. Gable ends fronting
the street are padicularly appropriate based on historic precedents.
b. Exceptions to the gable roof form are most appropriate for
institutional buildings that warrant distinction. Architectural features
such as cupolas and steeples are appropriate for institutional
buildings.
c. Roofs can be screened by parapet fa(;ades
d. Dormers shall be traditional in design and compatible with the
character and scale of the structure.
4. Orientation to the street
a. Building fa~;ades should be parallel with Ithe street.
b. All buildings should have the main enirance fronting the primary
adjacent street, and entrances should ibe well articulated through
design. Corner entrances are acceptabl~e for corner buildings.
c. Commercial buildings should be built in close proximity to the
sidewalk, with the exceptions being restaurants with front outdoor
dining.
d. Institutional buildings can be set back from the street to distinguish
themselves as special buildings.
e. Townhouses should front directly onto the sidewalk, although a
shallow lawn can be bridged with a front stoop.
5. Location and proportion of entrances, windows, columns, porches, and
divisional bays:
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a. Buildings having facades longer than th(~se historically found in the
district should utilize distinct vertically oriented bays to break up the
massing.
b. Massing should be broken up through the use of faCade plane
projections and recesses, pilasters, roOfline variations, color and
material variations, and canopies.
c. All window and door openings should be vertically oriented and
should be vertically aligned between floors.
6. Windows:
a. Display window mullion or framing shall be of wood, copper, or
bronze metal.
b. Clear, rather than tinted glass shall be used for storefronts. If
privacy or shade is required, use interior shades or blinds.
c. Windowpanes shall be vertically oriented..
7. Foundation/first floor height - Foundations should be raised and
constructed of brick (Brick veneer is acceptable).
8. Porch height and depth - Porches should encourage street activity.
9. Canopies/Awnings - When adding canopies or awnings to a building,
use traditional designs, materials, and placement.
a. Shall be individually located within major bays, not continuous.
b. Shall not cover architectural features of the fagade.
c. Shall be of colors to compliment the structure.
d. Shall be made to fit opening and shall be of a st~,le appropriate
to the building.
e. When adding to a building, use traditional designs, materials,
and placement.
f. Canopies shall be at least 8' above grade.
g. Canopies shall be wooden and parallel with the sidewalk.
h. Awnings shall be angled and made of fabric (canvas) or similar
materials (sunbrella). Plastic and metal are prohibited.
i. Awnings shall not be internally lit.
10. Material, Material Color and Texture
a. Commercial buildings should have a mtinimum of 60% glazed area
(window and door openings) for groundlfloor primary fa(~ades.
b. Glass should be transparent rather than tinted or reflective.
c. Exterior fagade material should be wood siding or other siding
consisting of or closely resembling painted horizontal clapboard,
horizontal shiplap, vertical tongue-in-groove or vertical board and
batten siding. Materials used for siding other than wood shall
consist of masonry, metal or vinyl. Metal and vinyl siding shall have
a baked-on, non-glossy enamel surface or other factory finish,
which requires no additional coat(s) of I~aint at time of installation.
d. Aluminum if clad chimneys are prohibited.
e. Paint Colors
1. Paint colors should highlight architectural details based on
historic tradition for the building's tyl}e and style.
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2. Keep colors compatible with the buildlng's style and design.
3. Loud, garish, or harsh colors, and bri~lht hues are prohibited.
4.. Generally no more than 3 colors ar~ applied per building
5. Brick, stone or other naturally unpai0ted materials shall not be
painted unless the material has beenipainted previously.
6. Color determination should be balsed on historic schemes
appropriate for the style of the building. Reference materials and
assistance is available from the Plalnning Department and the
Texas Historical Commission in detlermining appropriate paint
colors.
7. Oil based paints are recommended for exterior siding.
11. Placement on the Lot (Setbacks)
a. The structure shall conform to the exislting setback pattern along
the same street.
Too close to roadway Too far from roadway Too close to existing structure
Front
b. Front Yard
1. To be measured from back of curb.
2. Generally, 15'-25' total comprising off
a. 7' wide area of street trees, landscaping and lighting.
b. Minimum 5' concrete sidewalk with stamped concrete bands.
c. 5' to 10' wide area with plants are,h other amenities
(benches, trash receptacles, bike iracks, etc...) if appropriate.
3. The front yard may also contain a pa!lo if a restaurant or similar
use is proposed. A larger front yard is permitted for institutional
uses.
acent Front yard wit~lout
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c. Side Yard - 0' to 8' unless:
1. Adjacent to a roadway, then it shall b~ treated as a front yard
(this shall follow the same architectural guidelines as the
primary fa(;ade).
2. Adjacent to a residential district, then iit shall equal the side yard
requirements of that residential distriqt.
3. A fire lane or drive is included in the ~ide yard, then a side yard
can extend to the limits of such fire lape or drive.
d. Rear Yard - no rear yard is required unless adjacent to a residential
zoning district, then a 10' minimum lands~cape buffer is required in
accordance with Section 12-33-1 of the Zoning Ordinance. Rear
yards shall provide for parking.
B. Additions
1. Additions shall be of a compatible design in keeping with the original
structure's character, roof shape, materials, ~color, and alignment of
window, door, and cornice height, etc.
2. Generally, additions should be secondary (s~ubordinate) to the original
structure in scale, design, and placement.
3. Additions should be attached to the rear facade, not on front facade or
visible portions of secondary fagades.
4. Additions should not attempt to imitate an e~rlier historic style or
architectural period than that of the existing ~structure.
5. Additions should be constructed in a manner that avoids extensive
removal or loss of historic materials, and which does not damage or
destroy character-defining features.
6. it is recommended that the exterior walls of the original structure be
kept intact and existing openings utilized for!connecting an addition
with the original structure.
7. Additions should not be created through enqlosure of a front porch or
architecturally important prominent side porch.
8. Excavation adjacent to historic foundations~hould take care to avoid
undermining the structural stability of the historic building.
Kitchen addition on left side
(Good example of an addition being subo~jdinate to main structure)
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Accessory Structures (Administrative al~proval available):
Includes garages, storage buildings and outbuildings.
A. Existing structures:
1. Should be maintained in good condition.
2. If visible from street should maintain original! style and scale.
B. New construction of secondary structures ~uch as garages, storage
buildings and other outbuildings:
1. Should be smaller in scale than the primaryibuilding.
2. Should be compatible in design, shape, m~erials, and roof shape and
reflect the general character of the primary I~uilding (wood allowed).
App~op~iat~ s~les ~o~ new ~ra~a~es
3. Should be located where such a structure Would have historically been
located (near the alley, not close to or attached to the primary
building).
4. Shall conform to the 'setback standards Qr Section 12-28A-3 of the
Zoning Ordinance.
Demolition (Planning and Zoning C~mmission and City
Council approval required):
A. Demolition of any original feature or part of a historic building should be
avoided.
B. Demolition of a building which contributes to the historic or architectural
integrity of the Historic District should not occur~ unless:
1. Public safety and welfare requires the iremoval of a building or
structure due to severe structural instability, deterioration or other
factors as determined by the building cod~ inspector and concurring
reports acceptable to the Planning and Zd, ning Commission from an
engineer, architect, or other person expert ir~ historic preservation.
2. The building has lost its original architectural integrity and no longer
contributes to the district.
3. No other reasonable alternative is feasible, including relocation.
C. Demolition of pre-1945 secondary (accessory) ,buildings (garages, storage
sheds, etc.) may be appropriate if substantially deteriorated (requiring well
over 50% replacement of exterior siding, roof rafters, surface material, and
structural members).
City of Coppell 9 Historic District
Design Guidelines ON-SITE REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION
Movincl BuildinRs (Planning and ZoninR ~Commission and City
Council approval required):
A. It may be appropriate to move a building intoi the historic district if that
building is compatible with the district architectu~ral character through style,
use, period, height, scale, materials, setting, and placement on the lot.
B. New foundation walls should be compatible with the architectural style of
the building.
C. Moving existing buildings out of the district that contribute to the historic
and architectural character should be avoide~l unless demolition is the
only alternative.
Non-Historic Buildings:
Although a building may not be historic at this tinle, some day it will be (it is
generally accepted that a building is considered "Historic" when it reaches fifty
years of age). Each building period has its own details and characteristics,
which contribute towards its uniqueness. Non-hlistoric buildings should be
maintained as close to their original design as possible.
On-Site (Requirements for New Constrluction, Additions and
.Renovations}.'
A. Curb Cuts
1. Curb cuts should generally be avoided Llnless necessary to access
new parking for commercial and institutional structures.
2. Curb cuts should be constructed to match ~he curb cuts of the district in
size, color, materials, and configuration.
3. Curb cuts should conform to the City of Coppell standards for
allowable locations.
B. Driveways
1. Generally, no more than one driveway should exist per building.
2. Maximum driveway widths should not exceed 24'.
3. Shared driveways are encouraged.
4. The original design, materials and placerhent of driveways should be
preserved.
5. Driveways shall be located to the side wlith garages sited in the rear
yards unless original garage was located ~ the side.
6. Concrete, patterned concrete, brick o~ asphalt are permitted for
driveways outside of the public right-of-way, patterned concrete within
the public right-of-way.
7. Driveways should have their parking pads located in the rear yard
nearer the alley than the structure and screened with hedges, shrubs,
or fences where visible from the street.
8. Front yards should not be paved, coverl~d with gravel, or used as a
parking area.
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Historic District
Design Guidelines
ON-SITE REQUIREMENTS
C. Fences and Walls
1. Wooden picket fences in the front yard mai
of three-and-a-half feet; have pickets no wi(
no further apart than three inches; and o
appropriate design with the house.
2. Wood board fences for privacy shall only
generally no taller than six feet; set back
plane) of the structure at least halfway bac
walls, and should be stained or painted to
of a design compatible with the structure.
3. Walls of freestanding brick are not permi
acceptable at rear yards and side yards not
4. Fences of railroad ties or timbers, whe'
retaining wall, are not permitted.
Within nonresidential zones of the historic dist
fence materials, aside from vinyl, may be acce
of fences are not easily visible from the stree!
on a case by case basis.
D. Fire Safety
1. Fire Lanes
a. Required if any portion of a building is
dedicated fire lane or street.
)R NEW CONSTRUCTION
be constructed to a height
er than four inches and set
a design compatible and
be located in rear yards;
:rom the front fagade (wall
K from the front to the back
lend with the structure; and
:ted in front yards but are
visible from the street.
her freestanding or as a
'ict, alternative fencing and
,table providing these types
This shall be determined
iniexcess of 150' from
2. Coverage Requirements
a. Fire hydrants required to be spaced ever~y 300 linear feet along the
right-of-way (street and/or fire lane).
b. Automatic fire sprinkler system is requir~ d if building size exceeds
5,000 square feet. Additions of wooden combustible) canopies are
included within the building size.
c. Fire Department connection shall be Ioc;ited at a minimum distance
of 1.5 x height of building, unless other~ isa deemed acceptable by
the Fire Marshal.
3. Fire escapes are not permitted unless requiled by the Fire Marshal,
and no other means of fire escape is reasor~ably feasible. Fire escapes
are required to be located where not readilylvisible from the street.
Handicap Access
11 Ramps should be located on secondary or ear fagades.
2. Ramps are encouraged to be of stained or ,ainted wood construction.
3. Ramps should be screened with landsc ~ping or Iow shrubbery to
soften their appearance.
4. Shall comply with the Texas Accessibility S1 andards.
Landscaping
1. Landscaped areas shall be provided acc,)rding to Article 34 of the
Zoning Ordinance. Consideratio ~s for additional
streetscaping/hardscaping in lieu of required nonvehicular and/or
perimeter landscaping within Article 34 ca0 be considered at time of
City of Coppell 11 Historic District
Design Guidelines ON-SITE REQUIREMENTS FDR NEW CONSTRUCTION
the site plan approval process. All of the interior landscaping (12-34-
8(B)) requirements shall be met.
2. Landscaping should not overwhelm a dwelling or conceal or obscure
its primary fagade. It is important to mai~itain large trees which line
streets of the Historic District through regular pruning. Missing trees
should be replaced when possible in similar patterns to the original.
Trees should be planted in similar patterns to the adjacent property if
applicable.
3. Landscaping must conform to the requirements of the City of Coppell
governing tree preservation, tree removal, and site clearing.
4. Landscaping should be considered an important part of any site
rehabilitation or new construction. In such cases, continuing the
planting strip of trees at the street edge, use of landscaping to buffer
parking, and landscaping to accent the scale, proportion, and massing
of a building is encouraged.
5. Features that are original such as sidewalks, planned green space,
retaining walls, curbs, stepping blocks, etc. should be preserved.
6. Plant beds of railroad ties, cut wood, concrete, or any other structural
material should be avoided unless appropriate to the architectural style
of the house.
7. Trees shall be planted with similar species and patters to the adjacent
property, if applicable.
8. Landscaping shall be used to buffer pa'rkin9 areas from public view.
Note: Maintain, do not remove, historic or early landscaping, especially
trees. Prune and regularly maintain mature shade trees. Keep new
landscaping patterns to those traditional to tile neighborhood and avoid
concealing architectural features of the historic building.
Lighting shall provide adequate level of safety while illuminating buildings,
signage, parking areas and walkways.
1. Lighting fixtures original to the building should be preserved.
2. Fixtures to be added should be from the period of the structure, or if
new, simple in design, based on traditional designs of the early
twentieth century, and mounted on porch ceilings or on the exterior
wall adjacent to the primary entrance.
3. Security lighting, such as floodlights, should be mounted on secondary
and rear fa~:ades.
4. Small walkway lights rather than freestanding post-mounted lights are
more appropriate for private sidewalks and driveways.
5. Fixtures to be avoided are carriage lamps or any fixtures evocative of a
period earlier than the building. Refer to historical photographs and
research for light fixtures appropriate to the period of the building.
6. Street lighting in a residential district should provide effective security
for the neighborhood without compromising the trees lining the streets.
7. Parking lot lighting shall be appropriate to the district and shall not
exceed 20 feet in height.
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ON-SITE REQUIREMENTS )R NEW CONSTRUCTION
Signs shall be lit top-down style with the
very little or no spill over.
Street Lights shall be representative of tl
often found in historic downtowns. The st
been approved within the Old Coppel
appropriate for the area.
Typical Street Light
H. Mechanical Systems
1. Mechanical equipment shall be constructed
as not to interfere with the peace, comfort a
occupant(s) of any adjacent building or resi~
2. Window air-conditioners should be located i
side fa~:ades and should not result in the
original window sash or surround.
3. Electrical and gas meters and other mecha
located on the rear fagade and screened fr¢
4. Refer to Article 33 of the Zoning Ordinance
regulations.
Inappropriate location of meter, s on the p
from thc Secretary of thc Interior s Standard
lighting well aimed having
~e Victorian lighting styles
'eet light shown below has
historic district and is
located and screened so
id repose of the
lence.
~ windows on the rear or
noval or replacement of the
~ical equipment shall be
m view.
Ior additional screening
· imary faqade (Taken
for rehabilitation)
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ON-SITE REQUIREMENTS F(~R NEW CONSTRUCTION
I. Parking & Parking Lots:
shall be in accordance with the off-street p~rking regulations of Article
Parking
31 of the Zoning Ordinance. Special considerations arid requirements
specifically for the Historic District are as follows:
1. No parking area shall be allowed within five fee! of the rear property line,
when abutting a nonresidential district.
2.Parking is not permitted to be located in the fror
3.No property shall be converted to exclusive parl
approved through the Special Use Permit Proc(
4.Asphalt shall be permitted for parking areas witl
5. Parking lots shall be screened through planting~
or fences at edges and in medians within the p~
and landscaping of parking areas shall be in ac,
and 12-34-8b, respectively.
6. Parking lots between buildings shall align edge ~creening with front
facades of adjacent buildings.
7. Parking lots on comer lots shall have edge screbning on both the front and
side street.
8. On street, valet and/or shared parking (Section! 12-31-8) may be counted
towards the parking requirements.
t yard.
;ing usage without being
SS.
~in the Historic District.
; of hedges, shrubs, trees,
rking area. The screening
;ordance with Articles 33
Inappropriate alteration of a site for parking
Secretary of the Interior's Standards 0
Parks / Playgrounds
1. In an existing park (Grapevine Springsi Park), original pre-1945
elements, site features (such as benches, Walls, etc.) and park layout
should be preserved, if possible.
2. New park space should conform to its location. If in a residential
area,
a Iow-impact park with playground equipment and benches is
appropriate. Landscaping should conform t~ the surrounding area with
as many original shade trees as possible.
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The Parks & Recreation Department shall review proposed playground
equipment.
K. Paving
1. All on-site pavement shall comply withi city design criteria and
standards for parking lots. (For City Design Criteria and Standards see
Appendix C, Section I, paragraph E (1)(j)i of Ordinance No. 94643,
Subdivision Regulations, as amended.)
L. Refuse Containers
1. For institutional and commercial structures, refuse containers
(dumpsters) should be located in the real and screened from street
view with screening/fencing and/or shrubbery.
2. For residential areas in the historic district, it is not permitted for a
single family home to have a permanent refuse container. If (as in the
case of a multi-family residential buildirig), a refuse container is
necessary, it should be to the rear of the Structure, or movable to the
location of garbage pickup.
3. In no case should bagged, boxed or any ether garbage other than in
permanent garbage collectors be placed an the street before regular
pickup days longer than 24 hours. Refer tO Article 3~5 of the Coppell
Code of Ordinances.
4. If proposing a trash receptacle, then it shall be designed as outlined in
Subsection R - Streetscape Furnishings.
M. Sidewalks
1. Refer to Section VIII of Appendix C of the ,City of Coppell Subdivision
Regulations for sidewalk requirements. A wider sidewalk may be
needed if abutting on-street parking or an existing wider sidewalk
system.
2. Concrete texturing is encouraged within thei Historic District.
N. Signs
Article 29 is not applicable to the Historic District. All elements (board,
bracket, posts, mounting devises, etc...) of the isign must be approved by
the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council.
1. Signage should not obscure the building's f~a~ade or hide the building's
character. Signage should reflect or complirhent the architectural
features of the structure.
2. The placement of new signage in the s$me location as early 20th
century signage on a particular structure iS encouraged. This may be
determined from historic photographs.
3. Some examples of compatible signs are:
a. Signs painted directly on window glass.
b. Signs placed in the original sign board area.
c. Individual letter signs incorporated in th4 primary fa(;ade.
d. Temporary and appropriate freestanding signs in yards.
e. Projecting signs or hanging signs as aplProved through the site plan
approval process
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ON-SITE REQUIREMENTS lq DR NEW CONSTRUCTION
A
1. Wall siffn does not obstruct
building feat-~es
2. ~v~ ~r s~
8. H~ s~
4. Le~r~ on s~refront g~
i Inappropriate
1. covers building features
large
3. ~ l~rge
cluttered
4. Signage, which was successfully integrate~l into the building's design,
can be considered a historic addition and nlay be retained as a historic
element.
.5. Colors and materials.
a. Colors should compliment those used or~ the structure.
b. Fluorescent colors and reflective paintspr materials are specifically
excluded.
c. Gold and metal leaf is appropriate for lettering and design elements
but not as a background or major surface.
6. Signs should be pedestrian in scale.
7. Signs may not use motion or flashing lights.i
8. The shape of signs, design elements and ~style of lettering should be
complimentary to the structure. ,
9. Signs shall be lit top-down style with the ligl~ting well aimed with little or
no spill over.
O. Steps & Walks
Steps and walks original to a property should b
P. Street Widths/Right-of-Way
Street widths and right-of-way shall be in accor
Ordinance unless alternative widths are deeme
Engineer.
Q. Streetscape Furnishings
1.
2.
.~ retained and maintained.
lance with the Subdivision
appropriate by the City
Shall be located in accordance with the Old Coppell Master Plan.
Benches - Shall be constructed of wood and simple in design and
compatible with the architecture.
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Typical Wooden Bench
Trash Receptacles - The receptacle shoul~I be a dark color (black or
dark green). It is recommended that the ~ame color be used for the
trash receptacles and the street lights in orc~er to achieve some level of
uniformity.
Typical Trash Receptacle
Street Lights- Shall be representative of t~e Victorian lighting styles
often found in historic downtowns. The stleet light shown below has
been approved within the Old Coppel! Historic District and is
appropriate for the area.
Typical Street Light
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APPENDICIES
Appendices:
A- Architectural Design Details
B - Repair and Maintenance
C - Procedural Definitions
D - Technical Definitions
E - Glossary of Architectural Terms
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Appendix A - Architectural DesiRn Detai
A. Architectural Details and Features (Eaves, I
molding, trimwork, shingles, columns, pilas
decorative or character-defining features)
1. In new construction, all details and featt
design.
2. It is preferable to repair rather than repla
detail or feature.
3. Substituting original materials in making re[
features should be avoided.
4. Saving deteriorated parts that must be rE
matching reconstructed features. Items su
fascias, brackets, ornamental shingles, ,~
doora can often be restored or duplicated.
5. It is not appropriate to add details unless ¢
structure and accurately based on phys
evidence (not conjecture) in materials, s
form and detailing.
6. Original details should not be removed or cl
B. Awnings/Canopies
1.
2.
3.
4.
IS.'
~rackets, dentils, cornices,
lers, balustrades, or any
res shall be traditional in
:e an original architectural
airs or in replacing missing
placed may later assist in
ch as wood siding, soffits,
ooden sash windows and
riginal and authentic to the
cai, pictorial, or historical
;ale, location, proportions,
,anged.
Canopies shall be at least 8' above grade. ,
Canopies shall be wooden and parallel withlthe sidewalk. ,
Shall be individually located within major ba~/s, not continuous.
Shall not cover architectural features, i
Awni..--~ should rei~t'orce o'per~"'~, ~
5. Shall be of colors to compliment the structu~
6. When adding to a building, use traditional d,
placement.
7. Shall be made to fit opening and shall be of
building.
~t Covsr feMttlre$
e.
,~signs, materials and
a style appropriate to the
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8. Fabric awnings (canvas or sunbrella type) are most appropriate in the
Historic District.
Note: Awnings have traditionally been used more for function (shade) than
for decoration. In terms of decoration, awning~ have fallen in and out of
favor over the years. If too many awnings ar~ used on a structure or if
awnings are used on too many dwellings in an area, the result can be
visual clutter. For commercial buildings, historic storefronts often have
awnings and a row of commercial buildings with storefront awnings is
appropriate.
C. Chimneys
1.
2.
Awning used to reduce heat gain (Taken from t
of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation}
In new construction, chimneys shall be tradilional in design.
Chimneys that are prominent features of the structure should not be
removed or changed, if original. Non-funciional chimneys should be
maintained and not removed above the rooifline. It may be appropriate
to remove nonfunctional secondary chimneys.
3. Chimneys should be repointed and cleanled according to brick and
masonry guidelines (outlined in Appendix B) to match original
materials, colors, shape, brick pattern and tooling.
4. If reconstruction of a chimney is necessary due to structural instability
or deterioration, it should be rebuilt in the original configuration.
5. Aluminum or clad chimneys are prohibited.
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D. Decks
1. Decks should be located on the rear and be screened from street view
with fencing and/or plants and shrubs wher~ visible.
2. Decks should be stained or painted to match or blend with the house if
visible from street view.
3. The style of the deck and its balusters arld railing should match the
style of the house.
4. Decks should be kept to a minimum and subordinate to house and
yard in size and scale.
Inappropriate decks shall be made compatible With the building or must be
removed prior to the approval of any new decks.
E. Doors
1. Doors located on the primary faCade shouldl be traditional in design
(stamped metal doors are not appropriate).
2. Original doors and/or their entranceway sur~'ounds sidelights
transoms, and detailing shall not be removel:l or changed.
3. Replacement of missing original doors should be like or very similar to
the original in style, materials, glazing (glass area) and lights (pane
configuration)
4. Extra doors should not be added to the prirriary faCade or to secondary
fagades where readily visible from the street.
5. Doors, if added where inconspicuous on, secondary or rear fagades,
should be similar to the original doors, not of a style or period earlier
than the original building.
6. Screen doors should be preserved and mair~tained if original, and
constructed with wood frame if new.
7. Storm doors should be full-view and baked-~n enamel or anodized
aluminum in compatible colors. Silver alumibum storm doors on the
primary fa¢ade are discouraged.
8. Security doors should be simple, without excessively ornate or
decorative grillwork.
F. Fences and Walls
1. Iron, wood, stone, or brick fences or walls tltat are original to the
structure should be preserved, or if missing,', may be reconstructed
based on physical or pictorial evidence.
2. For new construction, refer to On Site Requirements for New
Construction - Subsection C.
G. Foundations
1. Foundations should be preserved in thei original design and with
original materials and detailing.
2. Foundation alterations, if required, shall net be made at the primary
fagade or readily visible side fa(;ades.
3. Foundations should be raised and constructed of brick (no concrete,
plywood, corrugated metal, or shingles).
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4. Foundations should be cleaned, repaired, ol repainted according to the
brick and masonry guidelines outlined in ~,ppendix B - Repair and
Maintenance. '
Gutters [
1. New gutters shall be half-rounded and traditional in design.
2. Boxed or built-in type gutters should be repaired rather than replaced if
possible. '
3. Downspouts should be located away from s gnificant architectural
features on the front of the house.
4. Gutters should provide proper drainage thr¢
and flashing if needed to avoid water dama~
I. Light Fixtures on Commercial Buildings
1. Preserve, maintain, or repair exterior histori
light fixtures do not exist or require replacer
fixtures, fixtures of simple design, or fixture.,
of the building.
2. For new construction, refer to On Site Requ
Construction - Subsection G.
J. Porches
1. Porches on front and side fa(;ades sho~
original configuration and with original mate
2. The porch in its original de,sign was inten(
entrance to the house and should not be re
of a porch changes the overall character
ugh use of downspouts
le to the building.
~ light fixtures. If historic
~ent use concealed light
appropriate to the period
rements for New
~ld be maintained in their
· ials and detailing.
ed as a focal point for the
~oved if original. Enclosure
of a house and should be
avoided.
Enclosure or removal of a porch can make J~ building fagade seem flat.
Without a porch there is no transition fro~ sidewalk to house. If a
porch must be enclosed, the manner of[the enclosure should not
destroy the original openness, focus andl transition from outside to
inside. The use of materials and details (ompatible with the original
character of the house is important in any n .~cessary porch enclosure.
4. Porch details should be retained inta,
replacement of missing parts, such as
balusters, decorative molding and trimwo~
design, materials, scale, and placement.
5. Porch columns and rails should not be repl
iron.
K. Roofs
1. The original shape and pitch of the roof wil
cresting, chimneys, finials, dormers, etc.)
previously altered, replaced with original for
2. The use of fiberglass shingles is approp
material is not economically feasible. Dark
buildings.
:t with repair work and
columns, posts, railings,
k, to match the original in
Iced by decorative wrought
r~ original features (such as
;hould be preserved and if
'n and detailing.
'late if the use of original
colors are best for historic
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3. Unless original to the house, dormers shguld not be placed in front
rooflines. The addition of dormers to secc~ndary and rear fa~:ades is
appropriate if in keeping with the character and scale of the house.
4. Skylights, decks, or balconies should not !be added to a roof where
visible from the street.
5. For new construction, refer to New ConstruCtion - Subsection A3.
L. Screens
1. Screening of front porches is not appropriate.
2. Side and rear porches may be screened, ~lthough discouraged, if the
structural framework for the screen panel~ is minimal and the open
appearance of the porch is maintained.
3. Screen doors should be preserved and maintained if original.
4. Screen doors if new, should be wood anc~ full-view or with structural
members aligned with those of the original ~loor.
5. Window screens should be wood or bake~-on or anodized aluminum
and fit within the window frames, not overlap the frames.
M. Security Doors & Windows
1. Security doors located on primary fa(;ad~es should be simple and
without excessively ornate or decorative grillwork.
2. The use of security bars on primary fagade windows is discouraged,
but if necessary, consider internal bars.
N. Shutters
Shutters shall be of I~uvered wood construction, and shall fit the wind(~w
opening (so that if closed, they would cover the
Appropriate (Shutters fit wire
window opening).
ow)
Inappropriate (Shutters do[not fit)
O. Skylights
Skylights should not located where visible fromithe street.
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P. Staircases
Staircases should be enclosed and not open tothe street.
Q. Storefronts on Commercial Buildings
1. Commercial buildings shall have a minimum of 60% glazed area
(window and door openings) for ground floor primary facades.
2. Storefronts should be traditional in design. For new construction, refer
to the section entitled - New Construction.
3. Multi-paned storefronts are encouraged.
4. Preserve (maintain or restore, not remove or alter) existing original
storefronts.
5. Storefront features that are deteriorated should be repaired rather than
replaced.
6. If replacement of the original storefront is nlecessary due to significant
deterioration, replace with features to match the original in design and
materials.
7. Storefronts that were remodeled after the 1940's should be rebuilt
based on pictorial or physical evidence of the original design. If the
original storefront design and features canr~ot be determined, install a
traditional storefront arrangement with features, materials, and
proportions typical of similar buildings of the same style or period.
8. Original storefront doors should be prieserved and maintained.
Traditional entrance arrangements such as; recessed or flush with the
sidewalk should be maintained.
9. If the original door design is unknown, replalce with a single light (glass
area) door design, not solid paneled door, decorative doors, or any
kind of door based on a different historical pleriod or style.
10. Preserve, maintain, or repair original display windows. If a storefront is
missing display windows, new windows sllould match the original in
location, design, size, and materials.
11.Display window mullion or framing shoul~l be of wood, copper, or
bronze metal.
12. Clear, rather than tinted glass should be used for storefronts. If privacy
or shade is required, use interior shades or blinds.
13. Preserve, maintain, or repair bulkheads (kit~kplates) where they exist.
Original bulkhead panels should not be rem.Oved.
14. Paint color on commercial buildings shoul~t conform to original color
and general streetscape. Unpainted brick should not be painted.
R. Windows
1. Display window mullion or framing shall be of wood, copper, or bronze
metal.
2. Clear, rather than tinted glass shall be use~l for storefronts. If privacy
or shade is required, use interior shades or blinds.
3. In new construction, windows and window treatments shall be
traditional in design.
4. Windowpanes shall be oriented vertically.
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5. All window openings shall be verticallyi oriented and should be
vertically aligned between floors. Vertically~ oriented windows may be
ganged (grouped side-by-side) in a ma0ner that has a collective
horizontal orientation.
6. Windows should be preserved in their Original location, size, and
design and with their original materials and 9Umbers of panes.
7. Window sashes should be preserved, mainlJained, or repaired including
size, number and arrangement of lights, materials, and decorative
detailing. Windows should not be concealed, enclosed or covered.
8. Non-original windows should not be added to primary fagades or to
secondary fagades where readily visible.
9. Windows should be repaired rather than rel~laced, but if replacement is
necessary due to severe deterioration, tile replacement should, as
close as possible, match the original in material and design.
Inappropriate Window change (Taken from
10.The use of jalousie windows, awning windgws or picture windows on
houses within the historic district is inapprgpriate. Glass block should
only be used on buildings where it may haveoriginally existed.
11.Storm windows should be wood or alqminum with baked-on or
anodized finish and fit in the window framesl not overlap the frames.
12. Security bars that are visible from the stree(are discouraged.
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Appendix B- Repair and Maintenance: =
A. Awnings
1. Should be washed periodically and kept in g~od repair.
2. Hardware should be regularly checked for r~ist or loose mechanisms.
3. Torn or deteriorated awnings should be replaced,
B. Brick and Masonry
1. Materials original to the building should be pleserved.
2. Brick and masonry should not be sandblasted or subjected to any kind
of abrasive cleaning. Do not clean with High-pressure water, which
exceeds 450 pounds per square inch. The~e processes damage brick
surfaces and erode mortar joints.
Brick damaged by sandblastin Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitatio[a)
3. Brick and Masonry should be cleaned wtith detergent cleansers or
chemical agents.
4. To avoid needlessly introducing moistu!e or chemicals into the
building, brick and masonry should be clear, ed only when necessary to
remove heavy soiling and to stop deterioratlon.
5. Paint removal should not be done if the paint is firmly adhered to, and
therefore protecting the masonry surface.
6. Water-repellent coatings should not be ad~led unless masonry repairs
have failed to stop water penetration proble~ns.
7.
As a general rule, brick and masonry shoL
the case of brick, the brick is extremel
alterations or cannot withstand weather. (S1
Keep exterior brick clean of mildew, efflor~
exterior brick clean of vines, ivy, and other
Repointing of historic mortar should be wi
the original in appearance and compos
cement is generally not appropriate due to
versus the softness of the brick. Most
composed of lime and sand. Mortar wiff
applied on buildings of that era.
.Id not be painted unless in
t mismatched from earlier
one shall not be painted.)
~scence and dirt. Also keep
)lant material.
:h a mortar, which matches
tion. The use of Portland
the hardness of the mortar
mortar prior to 1900 was
similar content should be
10. Repointing should be done with original compounds, if it can be
determined, or with a historic compound stlch as one part lime and two
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sand. Original type mortar compoun4is allow for expansion and
parts
contraction while hard mortar or cement p~revents the expansion and
contraction process.
11.Repointing should match original width, epth, color, raking profile,
composition and texture.
12. Most silicone based or waterproof coating., have limited effectiveness
and may actually add to moisture problems by not allowing the brick to
breathe. The use of these products is disco, Jraged.
13. Brick and masonry should not be stuccoed.
14. Mortar should be removed by hand tools, ~ot electric power saws, for
repairs. Electric tools can damage older brk k.
15. Features that are missing may be r.~placed where extensive
deterioration requires, if it is accurately dupl cared.
16. Repair existing stucco and stucco texture. I: is inappropriate to remove
stucco from any originally stuccoed surface or to add stucco as a major
wall material to any building, which did not 3riginally use stucco as the
dominant exterior wall material.
C. Chimneys
1. Chimneys should be regularly checked for ( racking, leaning, spalling,
and infestation by birds and insects. The us ,~ of chimney caps over
chimneys or flue openings is recommended to keep out moisture.
D. Entrances
1. Doors, transoms, and sidelights should b~ kept clean and the glass
should be washed.
2. Original locks and hardware should be kep oiled and in good repair. If
original hardware is missing or is deteriora ed, the use of reproduction
locks and hardware suitable for the buildin( is recommended.
3. Doors with stained wood finish should b' kept varnished and paint
over the wood finish is not recommended.
E. Foundations
1. All water should drain away from a buildin~g and should not enter the
foundation.
2. Trees, shrubs and other plants should b~ kept well away from the
foundation to prevent damage from moisture and root movement.
F. Gutters and Downspouts
I
1. Keep gutters and downspouts in good r¢pair. Make sure they are
properly connected, are clean of leaves an~l other debris, and channel
water away from the building. Seal all ¢racks in downspouts with
silicone caulk or sealants. '
2. The use of splash blocks to keep water a~,ay from the foundation is
recommended. '
3. Gutters and downspouts that are deteriora~d should be replaced with
new gutters and downspouts. Half-rqund gutters and round
downspouts are preferable to corrugated dffsigns.
G. Porches & Exterior Ornamentation
1. Use pressure treated wood for exterior repa!irs and replacement.
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2. Keep all porch and trim elements painted.
H. Roof, Cornices
1. Check the roof regularly for leaks, deterioration of flashing, and worn
roof surfaces such as rolled asphalt shingles. An inspection of the
upper floor or attic space during or following a rainstorm can also
assist in detection of water related problemsl
2. Know what metals are used in cornice or roof's flashing and use only
similar metals during replacement or repair. Different metals should not
touch each other or a galvanic reaction mayioccur leading to corrosion.
3. Metal roofs and cornices should be kept painted to prevent rust and
deterioration. Appropriate paints include thlose with an iron oxide oil
base. Asphalt based paints and aluminum paints should not be use on
historic metals as they could accelerate the rusting process.
I. Siding
1. Siding original to the building should be repaired and maintained.
Replacement is permitted only when necessary due to deterioration.
Limited clapboard replacement (Taken the Secretary
of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation)
2. Where exterior siding has to be replaced, the use of pressure treated
wood is recommended to prevent deterioration. Replacement siding
should match the profile of the existing sidirlg.
3. When original flashing materials are replaced, the new siding should
match the original as closely as possible,i especially with respect to
board size. Original corner boards should be duplicated to their full
original width.
4. Repairs for wood siding such as cracks can be made through the use
of waterproof glue or plastic wood. Large cracks may be filled with
caulk followed by putty or plastic wood. The surface should then be
sanded, allowed to dry, and painted.
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5. Oil based paints are recommended for exte~
6. Prevent water from making contact with ex
gutters and downspouts in good repair to
the wood-surface.
7. Siding of artificial or substitute materiah
aluminum is discouraged unless the bo
cornice and window trim are of the same [
artificial siding is used, retention of origim
tails, and ornamental wood detailing is encc
8. Application of such uncharacteristic materi~
siding, vinyl siding, imitation stucco, a~
obscures the original character of t~
neighborhood. This should be avoided.
Note: The application of synthetic wall material
vinyl siding has long been discouraged by pres
that the placement of these materials may seal
wood to rot. In many cases, existing rotted woo
structural integrity of the house is at risk due to
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ior siding.
erior wood siding. Keep all
~eep water from infiltrating
; such as steel, vinyl or
~rd width, corner boards,
roportion as the original. If
I wood window trim, rafter
uraged.
I as steel siding, aluminum
id metal frame windows
e building and of the
such as aluminum and
.~rvationists due to the fact
the wall and cause the
:1 is not removed and the
unseen progressive decay.
Setting altered by vinyl siding (Taken from
of the
d. Signs
1. Abandoned
Secretary
signs and sign hardware st~ould be removed from a
building, unless historic, i
Signs should be kept painted and mountin~g bolts should be checked
periodically to make sure they are secure. I
Light fixtures, conduits, and wiring for sign~ should be inspected and
replaced when necessary.
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K. Windows
REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE
1. Windows should be kept clean and free of :lirt and grime. Wood sash
surfaces should be painted regularly.
2. Windows should be kept caulked and sealed to aid in energy
conservation.
3. Shutters should be kept painted and in goo¢ repair.
4. Old or deteriorated curtains or shades behind house windows should
be removed or replaced. ~
L. Wood i
1. Wood and wood details original to a buildin should be repaired rather
than replaced. ,
2. Exposed structural elements such as beam~ and rafter rails should be
retained and maintained.
3. Replacement of wood features and details ~hould match the original in
dimension, size and profile. '
i
4. Wood should always be treated and ke~ in good order (including
paint, stain, nailing, etc.).
Wood features on porch repaired and
(Taken from the Secretary of the Interior's
rehabilitation
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Appendix C - Procedural Definitions
Certified Local Government: Any city, county, parisl
other general purpose sub division enacted by the
Amendments of 1980 to further delegate responsibilil
level.
~, township, municipality, or
National Preservation Act
es and funding to the local
Due Process: The established procedure by which legal action is carried out.
Normally Required: Actions, summarized in the gui~lelines, whose compliance
is enforced by the Planning and Zoning Commission a~nd the City Council.
Planning and Zoning Commission: A recommendir~g body to the City Council
on planning issues including zoning, platting, site plarh review, Zoning Ordinance
Amendments, and related planning matters.
City Council: The legislative and governing body of tt~e city consisting of a
mayor and seven councilmembers. The mayor and co~uncilmembers are the
ultimate authority of Old Coppell in granting approval (~f new construction,
renovation, demolition, and moving buildings.
Public Notice: The advertisement of an event, such as a Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting, that is published in the local nffwspaper and posted in the
city government building in order to notify the general public of the upcoming
event.
Recommended: Suggested, but not mandatory ac:ions summarized in these
guidelines.
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Appendix D - Technical Definitions
Adaptive Use: Rehabilitation of a historic structure fdr use other than its original
use such as a residence converted into offices.
Addition: New construction added to an existing buil¢
Alteration: Work which impacts any exterior arcl
construction, reconstruction, repair, or removal of any
lng or structure.
~itectural feature
building element.
including
Appropriate: Especially suitable or compatible.
Building: A structure used to house human activity sl~ch as a dwelling, office, or
garage.
Character: The qualities and attributes of any structu~
Commission: The Planning and Zoning Commission.
Configuration: The arrangement of element and
structure which help to define its character.
e, site, street or district.
details on a building or
Contemporary: Reflecting characteristics of the current period. Contemporary
denotes characteristics which illustrate that a buildi~g, structure, or detail was
constructed in the present or recent past rather than being imitative or reflective
of a historic design.
Compatible: In harmony with location and surroundings.
Context: The existing in which a historic element, sit~, structure, street or district
exists. ~
Demolition: Any act which destroys in whole or in pa~ a building or structure.
Demolition by Neglect: The destruction of a building or structure through
abandonment or lack of maintenance. ~
Design: The creation and organization of formal elem~ents in a work of art.
Design Guidelines: Criteria developed to identify c~esign concerns in an area
and to help property owners ensure that rehabilita~tion and new construction
respect the character of designated buildings and stru~ctures.
Element: A material part or detail of a site, structure, ~treet or district.
Elevation: Any one of the external faces or facades oi a building.
Fabric: The physical material of a building, structure, or community, connoting
an interweaving of component parts.
Harmony: Pleasing or congruent arrangements.
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Height: The distance from the bottom to the top of a b
Historic District: A geographically definable area witl'
of buildings, structures, sites, spaces, or objects unifie
development, design, setting, materials, workmanship
related historical aesthetic associations. The signifi¢
recognized through listing in a local, state, or natior
may be protected legally through enactment of a Ioc~
administered by the Planning and Zoning Commission
Jilding or structure.
a significant concentration
by past events, physical
sense of cohesiveness or
race of a district may be
31 landmarks register and
historic district ordinance
Historic Imitation: New construction or rehabilitation where elements or
components mimic an architectural style but are not Of the same historic period
as the existing building (historic replica).
Infill: New construction in historic districts on vacan! lots or to replace existing
buildings.
Integrity: of sound being.
Landmark: A building, structure, object or site which~ is identified as an historic
resource of particular significance.
Maintain: To keep in an existing state of preservation
Material Change: A change that will affect either
environmental features of an historic property or any
within an historic district.
New Construction: Construction which is characte~
new elements, sites, buildings, or structures or additi¢
structures in historic areas and sites.
Obscured: Covered, concealed, or hidden from view.
Period: A specified division of time.
Preservation: Generally, saving from destruction or ¢
Buildings, sites, structures, and objects and providin!
means of restoration, rehabilitation, or adaptive use.
Primary: Main or principal part
Proportion: Harmonious relation of parts to one anot
Reconstruction: The act or process of repreduci~
exact form and detail of a vanished building, stru
thereof, as it appeared at a specific period of time.
or repair.
~e exterior arch'itectural or
;tructure, site or work of art
ized by the introduction of
ns to existing buildings and
eterioration old and historic
for their continued use by
ler or to the whole.
g by new construction the
cture, or object, or a part
Rehabilitation: The act or process of returning a prpperty or building to usable
condition through repair, alteration, and/or preservatipn of its features which are
significant to its historical, architectural, and cultural values.
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Restoration: The act or process of accurately takir~g a building's appearance
back to a specific period of time by removing later work and by replacing missing
earlier features to match the original.
Retain: To keep secure and intact. In the guidelines, "retain" and "maintain"
describe the act of keeping an element, detail, or sCructure and continuing the
same level of repair to aid in the preservation of elements, sites and structures.
Re-use: To use again. An element, detail, or structure might be reused in the
historic district.
Rhythm: Movement or fluctuations marked by the regular occurrence or natural
flow of related elements.
Scale: Proportional elements that demonstrate the Size, materials, and style of
building.
Secondary: Subordinate, not primary.
Setting: The sum of attributes of a locality,
defines its character.
neighborhood, or property that
Shape: The outline or surface configuration of a particular form or figure. While
form usually refers to the principle that gives unity to ~a whqle, and often includes
a sense of mass or volume, shape suggests an outline with some emphasis on
the enclosed area or mass.
Significant: Having particularly important association,s within the contexts of
architecture, history and culture.
Stabilization: The act or process of applying measures essential to the
maintenance of deteriorated building as it existb at present, establishing
structural stability and a water resistant enclosure.
Streetscape: The distinguishing character of a partictular street as created by its
width, degree of curvature, paving materials, destiny~of the street, and rooms of
surrounding buildings.
Style: A type of architecture distinguished by speciaI characteristics of structure
and ornament and often related in time; also a general quality of a distinctive
character.
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Addition: New construction added to an existing build
Alteration: Work which impacts any exterior arc~
construction, reconstruction, or removal of any buildin(.
Apron: A decorative, horizontal trim piece on the IowE
element.
Arch: A curved construction of wedge-shaped stone
opening and supports the weight above it. See net
arch and semicircular arch.
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ns
ng or structure.
itectural feature including
or building element.
3ortion of an architectural
s or brick which spans an
arch, jack arch, segmental
Attic: The upper level of a building, not of full ceiling ~eight, directly beneath the
roof
Awning Window: A window having one or more sa~shes swinging outward on
hinges generally attached to the top of the frame.
;-shaped members used to
.~.
Jsters.
;ting end of a gable roof,
rive pattern.
of piers providing regular
Baluster: One of a series of short, vertical, often vas,
support a stairs or porch handrail, forming a balustrad
Balustrade: An entire rail system with top rail and bal
Bargeboard: A board which hangs from the proje
covering the end rafters, and often sawn into a decor~
Bay: The portion of a facade between columns
divisions and usually marked by windows.
Bay Window: A projecting window that forms an ext
the internal room; usually extending to the ground lew
Belt Course: A horizontal band usually marking the
fagade of a building.
.~nsion to the floor space of
floor levels of the exterior
Board and Batten: Siding fashioned of boards set v~rtically and covered where
their edges join by narrow strips called battens. .
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Bond: A term used to describe the various pattern in ~Nhich brick, or stone is laid,
such as "common bond" or "Flemish bonds".
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Bracket: A projecting element of wood, stone or rrletal which spans between
horizontal and vertical surfaces (eaves, shelves,!overhangs) as decorative
support, i
Bulkhead: The structural panels just below displa~y windows on storefronts.
Bulkheads can be both supportive and decorative in design. Nineteenth century
bulkheads are often of wood construction with ~ectangular raised panels.
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Twentieth century bulkheads may be of wood, brick,
Bulkheads are also referred to as kickplates.
Bungalow: Common house form of the early 20tr
horizontal emphasis, wide eaves, large porches
windows.
Capital: The head of a column or pilaster.
Casement Window: A window with one or two sash
sides and usually open outward.
Certified Local Government: Any city, county, parisl
borough or any other general purpose subdivisior
Preservation Act Amendments of 1980 to further d~
funding to the local level.
Clapboards: Horizontal wooden boards, thinner al
overlapped to provide a weatherproof exterior wall su~
Classical Order: Derived from Greek and Roman ar~
base, shaft, capital and entablature, having standardi
according to one of the five canonized modes; Doric
~le, or marble construction.
century distinguished by
,nd multi-light doors and
~s which are hinged at the
~, township, municipality, or
enacted by the National
,legate responsibilities and
the top edge, which are
race.
:hitecture, a column with its
'.ed details and proportions,
, Tuscan, Ionic, Corinthian,
or Composite. i
Chopped Gable: A gable roof where the ends of thee ridge are terminated in a
small, diagonal roof surface.
Colonial Revival: Style of the early 20th century
architectural forms of the American colonies prior to
Column: A circular or square vertical structural men
Common bond: A brickwork pattern where most c(
long "stretcher" edge exposed, but every fifth
perpendicularly with the small "header" end expose~
together.
)ased on interpretations of
~e Revolutionary War.
~er.
,urses are laid fiat, with the
to eighth course is laid
to structurally tie the wall
Corbel: In masonry, a projection, or one of a series (pf projections, each stepped
progressively farther forward with height and articulating a cornice or supporting
an overhanging member.
Corinthian Order: Most ornate classical order characterized by a capital with
ornamental acanthus leaves and curled fern shoots.
Cornice: The uppermost, projecting part of an entab ature, or feature resembling
it. Any projection ornament molding along the top of ~ wall, building, etc.
Cresting: A decorated ornamental finish along theltop of a wail or roof, often
made of ornamental metal.
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Cross-gable: A secondary gable roof which meet=
angles.
Cupolas: A dome-shaped ornamental structure place
or dome. In some cases, the entire main roof of a tow,
More frequently, however, the cupola is a smaller stru
the main roof.
Dentils: A row of small tooth-like blocks in a classical
Doric Order: A classical order with simple, unado
base.
Dormer Window: A window that projects from a roof.
Double-hung Window: A window with two sashes, o
other.
Eaves: The edge of a roof that projects beyond the fa
Elevation: Any of the external faces of a building.
Eli: The rear wing of a house, generally one
perpendicular to the principal building.
Engaged Column: A round column attached to a wal
Entablature: A part of a building of classical order re
consists of an architrave, frieze, and cornice.
Facade: The face or front elevation of a building.
Fanlight: A semi-circular window usually over a
suggesting a fan.
Fascia: A projecting fiat horizontal member or mol
roof or a pitched roof; also part of a classical entablab
Fenestration: The arrangement of windows on a bull,
Finial: A projecting decorative element, usually of
turret or gable.
Fishscale Shingles: A decorative pattern of w
staggered horizontal rows of wooden shingles with ha
Flashing: Thin metal sheets used to prevent moistu~
planes and between the roof and vertical surfaces.
Flat Arch: An arch whose wedge-shaped stones or
line; also called a jack arch.
ARCHITECTURAL TERMS
the primary roof at right
I on the top of a larger roof
;r or spire can be a cupola.
:ture which sets on top of
cornice.
'ned capitals, and with no
~e sliding vertically over the
:e of a wall.
room wide and running
sting on the column capital;
oor with radiating muntins
rig; forms the trim of a flat
ire.
Jing.
'netal, at the top of a roof
~11 shingles composed of
If-round ends.
infiltration at joints of roof
)ricks are set in a straight
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Flemish Bond: A brickwork pattern where the long "s~tretcher" edge of the brick
is alternated with the small "header" end for decorative as well as structural
effectiveness. ~
Fluting: Shallow, concave grooves running verticallyion the shaft of a column,
pilaster, or other surface.
Form: The shape and structure of something as distinguished from its substance
or material. .
Foundation: The lowest exposed portion of the buildir~g wall, which supports the
structure above.
Frieze: The middle portion of a classical cornice
elements on an entablature or parapet wall.
Front Fa(~ade: means one of the following:
(A) The fa~;ade (as defined herein) which fa(
the lot on which the fa(;ade is located ac
right-of-way;
(B) The combination of fa~;ades (as defined
(c)
a public street, where the lot on whic
adjoins more than one public street right.
The'fa(~ades (as defined herein) which
open to the public during conduct of
faces a public street.
also applied decorative
:es the public street, where
oins only one public street
~erein) each of which faces
) the fagades are located
of-way; or
:ontain one or more doors
usiness, where no fagade
Gable: The triangular section of a wall to carry a pitched roof.
Gable Roof: A pitched roof with one downward slopeI on either side of a central,
horizontal ridge. ~
Gambrel Roof: A ridge roof with two slopes on either ~side.
Ghosts: Outlines or profiles of missing buildingspr building details. These
outlines may be visible through stains, paint, weathering, or other residue on a
building's fagade.
Greek Revival Style: Mid-nineteenth century revival of forms and ornament of
architecture of ancient Greece.
Hipped Roof: A roof with uniform slopes on all sides.
Hood Molding: A projecting molding above an a~rch, doorway, or window,
originally designed to direct water away from the Opening; also called a drip
mold. I
Ionic Order: One of the five classical orders used t~ describe decorative scroll
capitals.
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Infill: New construction where there had been an opeping before, such as a new
building between two older structures; or block infill between porch piers or in an
original window opening.
Inlaid Brick: brick set into a surface, usually at the saCne level.
Jack Arch: See flat arch
Jalousie Window: A window having horizontal glass or wood louvers which
pivot simultaneously in a common frame, used pr marily in mild climates to
control ventilation and to cut off visibility from the outsi de.
Keystone: The wedge-shaped top or center member '~f an arch.
Kick Plate: A protective metal plate fastened to the bottom of a door to resist
blows and scratches.
Knee Brace: An oversized bracket supporting a cantilevered or projecting
element.
Lattice: An open work grill of interlacing wood strips L sed as screening.
Lintel: The horizontal top member of a window, door ,)r other opening.
Mansard Roof: A roof with a double slope on all four sides, with the lower slope
being almost vertical and the upper almost horizontal.,
Masonry: Exterior wall construction of brick, stone lor adobe laid up in small
units. ~
Massing: The three-dimensional form of a building.
Metal Standing Seam Roof: A roof composed of overlapping sections of metal
such as copper-bearing steel or iron coated with a terne alloy of lead and tin.
These roofs were attached or crimped together in vari~ous raised seams for which
the roof is named.
Modillion: A horizontal bracket, often in the form of ~a plain block, ornamenting,
or sometimes supporting, the underside of a cornice.
Molding: Any of various long, narrow, ornamental aurfaces with uniform cross
sections and a profile shaped to produce modulalions of light, shade, and
shadow. !
Mortar: A mixture of sand, lime, cement, and water bsed as a binding agent in
masonry construction.
Mullion: A heavy vertical divider between windows oridoors.
Multi-light Window: A window sash composed of m~e than one pane of glass.
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Muntin: A secondary framing member to divide and
multilight window or glazed door.
Neo-Classical Revival: Early 20th Century style ~
ancient, Renaissance, and Colonial amhitecture;
buildings with large columned porches.
Oriel Window: A bay window which emerges above
Paired Columns: Two columns supported by one pi(
Palladian Window: A window with three openings,
wider than the ranking ones.
Paneled Door: A door composed of solid panels (eit
within a framework of rails and stiles.
Parapet: A Iow horizontal wall at the edge of a roof.
Pediment: A triangular crowning element forming the
triangular element used over windows, doors, etc.
Pier: A vertical structural element, square or rectangu
Pilaster: A square pillar attached, but projecting
classical column.
Pitch: The degree of the slope of a roof.
Portico: A roofed space, open or partly enclosed,
centerpiece of the fa(;ade of a building, often with coil
Portland cement: A strong, inflexible hydraulic ce
Mortar or patching materials with a high Portland ce~
used on old buildings. The Portland cement is harde~
causing serious damage over annual freeze-thaw cyc
Posts: A stiff vertical support.
Preservation: The act of maintaining the original
building. Preservation stops deterioration and stabiliz
Pressed Tin: Decorative and functional metalwork
sheath roofs, bays, and cornices.
Pyramidal Roof: A roof with four identical sides risin
.
Queen Anne Style: Popular late 19th century reviva
English architecture, characterized by irregularity o
variety of texture.
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hold the panes of glass in
hich combines features of
.'haracterized by imposing
le ground floor level.
', as on a porch.
he central one arched and
er raised or recessed) held
gable of a roof; any similar
lar in cross-section.
'rom a wall, resembling a
forming the entrance and
mns and a pediment.
~nent used to bind mortar.
nent content should not be
than the masonry, thereby
es.
form and character of a
~s structures.
lade of molded tin used to
to a central peak.
style of early 18th century
plan and massing add a
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Quoms: A series of stone, bricks, or wood panels or
wall.
Rafter Tails: The lower, sometimes exposed, end o
wall.
Railing: A barrier composed of one or more horizonta
uprights or balusters.
Rear Fa~:ade: The face of a building seen from the re;
Reconstruction: The accurate recreation of a ~
damaged structure, or part thereof; the new construcl
exact form and details as they appeared at some poin
Rehabilitation: The act of returning a building to usa~
alteration, and/or preservation of its features.
Restoration: The process of accurately taking a build
specific period of time by removing later work and
features to match the original.
Ridge: The top horizontal member of a roof where the
Rusticated: Roughening of stoi~ework of concr(
articulation to each block.
Sash: The moveable framework containing the glass
Secondary: Subordinate, not primary.
Segmental Arch: An arch whose profile or radius is I~
Semi-circular Arch: An arch whose profile or radius
of which equals the opening width.
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~amenting the outside of a
a rafter that overhangs a
rails supported by spaced
of the lot.
,nished, or irreplaceably
on recreates the building's
in history.
le condition through repair,
ing's appearance back to a
replacing missing earlier
sloping surfaces meet.
te blocks to give great
~ a window.
ss than a semicircle.
s a half-circle the diameter
Sheathing: An exterior covering of boards or other s Jrface applied to the frame
of the structure. (see Siding)
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Shed Roof: A gently pitched, almost fiat roof with only~ one slope.
Sidelight: A vertical area of fixed glass on either side ~3f a door or window.
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Siding: The exterior wall covering or sheathing of a stlucture.
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Sill: The bottom crosspiece of a window frame, as an
Soffit: The underside of an architectural element, arch, beam, cornice, or
staircase.
Spalling: Chipping or flaking.
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Spindles: Slender, elaborately turned wood dowel~ or rods often used in
screens and porch trim. !
Stabilization: The essentia maintenance of a deteriolated building as it exists at
present, establishing structural stability and a weather-~resistant enc osure.
Steeple: A tall ornamental structure, usually ending i! a spire and surmounting
the tower of a church or other public building. I
Streetscape: The over fa~;ade, not of a single structure, but of the many
buildings which define the street. I
Surround: An encircling border or decorative france,
doors. I
Swag: Carved ornament in the form of a cloth draped
form of a garland of fruits and flowers. !
Transom: A horizontal opening (or bar) over a door oI window.
Trim: The decorative framing of an opening and other' features on a fa(;ade.
usually at windows or
over supports, or in the
Turret: A small slender tower.
Veranda: A covered porch or balcony on a building's
Vergeboard: The vertical face board following and
gable, sometimes decorated by carving.
Vernacular: A regional form or adaptation of an arcl
Wall dormer: Dormer created by the upward exten,'
of the roofline.
Water Table: A projecting horizontal ledge, inter
running down the face of walls lower section.
Weatherboard: Wood siding, consisting of overlapl
one edge than the other.
~xterior.
t under the roof edge of a
itectural style.
.ion of a wall and a breaking
deal to prevent water from
,ing boards usually thicker at
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Appendix F - Sources used:
Sources used for the drafting of the design guidelin(
the Old Coppell Master Plan, the Secretary of the
Rehabilitation, Traditional Construction Patterns, a~
guidelines:
· Ames, IA
· Blacksburg, VA
· Boston, MA
· Chicago, IL
· Denver, CO
· Eureka Springs, AK
· Iowa City, IA
· Washington, NC
· Wichita, KA
City of Coppell
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s for Old Coppell were
Interior's Standards for
id the following cities'
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