Maywood Park City Zoning Code
18.25 New
Construction and Remodeling Design Guidelines
18.25.010 Purpose.
The purpose of these guidelines is to develop a cohesive and orderly relationship between existing and proposed buildings in the city of Maywood Park by providing visual connections defined by the predominant architectural characteristics of Maywood Park styles. Copying the existing building styles is not the intention of these guidelines. While a new development may have a distinctive identity, its overall effect should support and reinforce the Maywood Park styles. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.020 Definitions – Maywood Park styles.
A. Structures in the Maywood Park style shall be characterized by simple massing and composition, use of natural building materials, window and door openings emphasized with trim, and gable and hip roof forms.
B. Structures shall consist of elements from not more than two of the following traditional American home building styles:
1. Early 1900s vernacular style (gable-front or gable-front-and-wing);
2. Craftsman;
3. Cape Cod;
4. Mid-century bungalow; and
5. Colonial revival. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.030 Applicability.
This standard is applicable to new construction, renovation, and replacement of existing design features within the DD (design district) zone. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.040 Building siting and massing.
A. Simple Massing Required. New buildings shall utilize massing and composition characteristic of the Maywood Park styles and shall be compatible with existing structures of the Maywood Park styles located on the block face where the proposed structure will be located as well as those structures of the Maywood Park styles in the block face across the street from where the proposed structure will be located. In addition to the other requirements of this section, multifamily units shall be differentiated from one another through the use of varied setbacks for each unit or groups of units and/or varied roof lines and heights to provide visual interest and create the appearance of a single-family development pattern along the street. Abutting multifamily units shall not have identical facades.
B. Roof Form and Pitch. New structures shall be designed with gable and hip roof forms. Flat or shed roof forms are prohibited for primary structures, but may be allowed for secondary building projections such as dormers or porches. Roof pitch shall be similar to typical pitches of Maywood Park styles. In no case shall pitch be less than 6:12 for the primary roof form. Structures located on the same block face as the proposed development, as well as on the block face across the street, that are examples of the Maywood Park styles, shall also be considered in determining preferable roof pitch. For corner lots, structures in the Maywood Park styles on both block faces of the proposed development, as well as adjacent blocks across these streets, shall be considered. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.050 Building design and materials.
A. Maywood Park Style Required. New buildings shall be designed using the building design elements described in the Maywood Park styles, to create buildings which blend with existing structures in these styles located on the same block face as the proposed development and on the block face across the street.
B. Materials.
1. Moldings. Moldings, window casings, and other trim elements utilized on buildings shall be similar to those represented in the Maywood Park styles. Where possible, they shall match or complement the detailing of structures on the same block face as the proposed development and on the block face across the street, which are designed in the Maywood Park styles.
2. Siding. The predominant exterior siding materials in the Maywood Park styles are:
a. Horizontal wood siding (three- to eight-inch-wide shiplap or clapboard);
b. Board and batten siding;
c. Stone, brick, or stucco of a type used in the Maywood Park styles; and
d. Plain or patterned wood shingles as described in the Maywood Park styles.
These materials may be used alone or in combination.
Development should use traditional materials as discussed in the Maywood Park styles description, but may include representations of the actual materials in pressed wood products, vinyl, or metal. Traditional masonry materials, or concrete, or other products made to appear like brick or stone, may also be used.
3. Prohibited Siding Materials. Grooved, presawn plywood (e.g., T-111), corrugated metal, diagonally applied or vertically oriented siding materials are prohibited.
4. Roofing Materials. Composition shingles, wood shingles, or ceramic tiles, or materials which have the appearance of composition or wood shingles or ceramic tiles, shall be used.
5. Chimneys. Exposed chimneys shall be stone, brick, or stucco.
6. Windows. The general window shape and typical window placement and trim of the Maywood Park styles shall be followed. Sash materials shall be wood, or vinyl, or other material with the appearance of wood.
7. Entrances and Stairs.
a. Entrances. New buildings should have a minimum of one principal entry clearly visible from the street. This entry should be accentuated by characteristic elements of the Maywood Park styles to make it a visual focal point. Where an entry to an additional unit is not directly visible from the street, its location should be clearly marked by some identifying feature such as an entry trellis, or entry gate with a visible address.
b. Stairs. Front entry stairs shall contain no more than seven risers between each landing. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.060 Fencing and landscaping.
A. Fencing. Fencing is not required. When fencing is included in the front yard, it shall be used in an ornamental or symbolic way rather than as a visual barrier. Fences and gates constructed of metal chain link are prohibited except for:
1. Temporary fencing used in tree protection measures as required in Lake Oswego Code Section 55.08.030 or in construction fencing; and
2. Vinyl clad metal chain link in the side and rear of yards; provided, that the fence does not extend into the front yard setback.
The maximum height of fencing within the front yard setback area shall be four feet. Retention of existing stone fences is encouraged when new development is proposed. Construction of new stone fences that are of similar height and character to existing stone fences is also encouraged.
All fences or walls over five feet in height shall incorporate an open design where areas, either at the top of the fence or wall, or throughout the fence or wall surface in a regular pattern, are permeable to light and air. The solid surface area of any fence or wall over five feet in height shall not exceed 83 percent of its total area measured in any five-foot-wide section trellis, and arbors are exempt from the above calculation.
B. Trees and Landscaping.
1. Mature trees or tree groves shall be preserved and incorporated into the site plan for new development, consistent with the existing city of Maywood Park tree ordinance (Chapter 12.10 MPMC).
2. Two trees for every 50 feet of street frontage are required in the front yard area as a condition of approval of a new structure. Existing street trees can be counted in order to comply with this requirement, as long as the type, location, and viability of the existing trees are sufficient to provide a full streetscape of trees. New trees shall be selected from the city of Maywood Park Approved Street Tree Planting List. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.070 Garages.
If a garage is provided, it shall meet the following siting requirements:
A. Minimize the visual impact of garages and parking from the street by:
1. Facing the garage door(s) on a separate street frontage from the front door of the primary structure; or
2. Setting back the side of the garage facing the street a minimum of five feet behind the front building line of the primary structure, when the garage doors are parallel to the same street frontage as the primary structure; or
3. Accessing the garage or parking area from the rear of the lot, where feasible.
B. Detached garages shall have the same roof pitch as the primary structure.
Deviation from these guidelines must be submitted to the city planning commission for review and approval. No part of this chapter shall be construed to supersede any zoning standards. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.010 Purpose.
The purpose of these guidelines is to develop a cohesive and orderly relationship between existing and proposed buildings in the city of Maywood Park by providing visual connections defined by the predominant architectural characteristics of Maywood Park styles. Copying the existing building styles is not the intention of these guidelines. While a new development may have a distinctive identity, its overall effect should support and reinforce the Maywood Park styles. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.020 Definitions – Maywood Park styles.
A. Structures in the Maywood Park style shall be characterized by simple massing and composition, use of natural building materials, window and door openings emphasized with trim, and gable and hip roof forms.
B. Structures shall consist of elements from not more than two of the following traditional American home building styles:
1. Early 1900s vernacular style (gable-front or gable-front-and-wing);
2. Craftsman;
3. Cape Cod;
4. Mid-century bungalow; and
5. Colonial revival. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.030 Applicability.
This standard is applicable to new construction, renovation, and replacement of existing design features within the DD (design district) zone. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.040 Building siting and massing.
A. Simple Massing Required. New buildings shall utilize massing and composition characteristic of the Maywood Park styles and shall be compatible with existing structures of the Maywood Park styles located on the block face where the proposed structure will be located as well as those structures of the Maywood Park styles in the block face across the street from where the proposed structure will be located. In addition to the other requirements of this section, multifamily units shall be differentiated from one another through the use of varied setbacks for each unit or groups of units and/or varied roof lines and heights to provide visual interest and create the appearance of a single-family development pattern along the street. Abutting multifamily units shall not have identical facades.
B. Roof Form and Pitch. New structures shall be designed with gable and hip roof forms. Flat or shed roof forms are prohibited for primary structures, but may be allowed for secondary building projections such as dormers or porches. Roof pitch shall be similar to typical pitches of Maywood Park styles. In no case shall pitch be less than 6:12 for the primary roof form. Structures located on the same block face as the proposed development, as well as on the block face across the street, that are examples of the Maywood Park styles, shall also be considered in determining preferable roof pitch. For corner lots, structures in the Maywood Park styles on both block faces of the proposed development, as well as adjacent blocks across these streets, shall be considered. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.050 Building design and materials.
A. Maywood Park Style Required. New buildings shall be designed using the building design elements described in the Maywood Park styles, to create buildings which blend with existing structures in these styles located on the same block face as the proposed development and on the block face across the street.
B. Materials.
1. Moldings. Moldings, window casings, and other trim elements utilized on buildings shall be similar to those represented in the Maywood Park styles. Where possible, they shall match or complement the detailing of structures on the same block face as the proposed development and on the block face across the street, which are designed in the Maywood Park styles.
2. Siding. The predominant exterior siding materials in the Maywood Park styles are:
a. Horizontal wood siding (three- to eight-inch-wide shiplap or clapboard);
b. Board and batten siding;
c. Stone, brick, or stucco of a type used in the Maywood Park styles; and
d. Plain or patterned wood shingles as described in the Maywood Park styles.
These materials may be used alone or in combination.
Development should use traditional materials as discussed in the Maywood Park styles description, but may include representations of the actual materials in pressed wood products, vinyl, or metal. Traditional masonry materials, or concrete, or other products made to appear like brick or stone, may also be used.
3. Prohibited Siding Materials. Grooved, presawn plywood (e.g., T-111), corrugated metal, diagonally applied or vertically oriented siding materials are prohibited.
4. Roofing Materials. Composition shingles, wood shingles, or ceramic tiles, or materials which have the appearance of composition or wood shingles or ceramic tiles, shall be used.
5. Chimneys. Exposed chimneys shall be stone, brick, or stucco.
6. Windows. The general window shape and typical window placement and trim of the Maywood Park styles shall be followed. Sash materials shall be wood, or vinyl, or other material with the appearance of wood.
7. Entrances and Stairs.
a. Entrances. New buildings should have a minimum of one principal entry clearly visible from the street. This entry should be accentuated by characteristic elements of the Maywood Park styles to make it a visual focal point. Where an entry to an additional unit is not directly visible from the street, its location should be clearly marked by some identifying feature such as an entry trellis, or entry gate with a visible address.
b. Stairs. Front entry stairs shall contain no more than seven risers between each landing. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.060 Fencing and landscaping.
A. Fencing. Fencing is not required. When fencing is included in the front yard, it shall be used in an ornamental or symbolic way rather than as a visual barrier. Fences and gates constructed of metal chain link are prohibited except for:
1. Temporary fencing used in tree protection measures as required in Lake Oswego Code Section 55.08.030 or in construction fencing; and
2. Vinyl clad metal chain link in the side and rear of yards; provided, that the fence does not extend into the front yard setback.
The maximum height of fencing within the front yard setback area shall be four feet. Retention of existing stone fences is encouraged when new development is proposed. Construction of new stone fences that are of similar height and character to existing stone fences is also encouraged.
All fences or walls over five feet in height shall incorporate an open design where areas, either at the top of the fence or wall, or throughout the fence or wall surface in a regular pattern, are permeable to light and air. The solid surface area of any fence or wall over five feet in height shall not exceed 83 percent of its total area measured in any five-foot-wide section trellis, and arbors are exempt from the above calculation.
B. Trees and Landscaping.
1. Mature trees or tree groves shall be preserved and incorporated into the site plan for new development, consistent with the existing city of Maywood Park tree ordinance (Chapter 12.10 MPMC).
2. Two trees for every 50 feet of street frontage are required in the front yard area as a condition of approval of a new structure. Existing street trees can be counted in order to comply with this requirement, as long as the type, location, and viability of the existing trees are sufficient to provide a full streetscape of trees. New trees shall be selected from the city of Maywood Park Approved Street Tree Planting List. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
18.25.070 Garages.
If a garage is provided, it shall meet the following siting requirements:
A. Minimize the visual impact of garages and parking from the street by:
1. Facing the garage door(s) on a separate street frontage from the front door of the primary structure; or
2. Setting back the side of the garage facing the street a minimum of five feet behind the front building line of the primary structure, when the garage doors are parallel to the same street frontage as the primary structure; or
3. Accessing the garage or parking area from the rear of the lot, where feasible.
B. Detached garages shall have the same roof pitch as the primary structure.
Deviation from these guidelines must be submitted to the city planning commission for review and approval. No part of this chapter shall be construed to supersede any zoning standards. [Ord. 2010-1, 2010.]
