Wantage Township City Zoning Code
§ 13-13A.2
Residential Design Standards.
The design standards apply to multi-family structures to ensure, that the development advances the purposes of the Municipal Land Use Law and the goals and objectives of the Master Plan.
a.
Site design-spatial requirements.
1.
The organization of buildings, streets, driveways, parking areas and other site components shall have a functional relationship and be compatible with existing site features and adjacent areas.
2.
Alignment of buildings. The alignment of building access shall relate to the orientation to the adjacent buildings, street and parking areas.
3.
Site elements such as fences, walls, lighting, landscaping shall relate to the adjacent parcels to establish a visual continuity in the township.
4.
Recreation areas, public space and open space shall be designed to inter-relate with adjacent parcels and shall be arranged to advance the goals of the Master Plan.
b.
Architectural requirements. The building architecture shall compliment the site features and elements.
1.
Exterior materials and finishes shall consist of horizontal siding, brick, stone and other traditional materials.
2.
Roofs shall have a pitch of not less than 7/12. Rooflines shall be broken by gables, dormers, architectural chimneys, etc.
3.
Multi-family dwellings shall have a patio or balcony of at least 30 square feet per unit with visual screening for privacy.
4.
Interior and exterior storage shall be provided for garbage, bicycles, barbecues, etc.
5.
Housing units shall be arranged to assure safety and security for the residents and visitors.
6.
Mechanical equipment shall be screened from view and located away from bedrooms.