HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-06-13 Ordinance Prepared by: Scott Kugler, Assoc. Planner, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356~5243
ORDINANCE NO. 00-3931
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14, CHAPTER 5, BUILDING AND HOUSING, ARTICLE H, SITE
PLAN REVIEW, BY ADOPTING CENTRAL PLANNING DISTRICT MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DESIGN STANDARDS.
WHEREAS, the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan contains policies aimed at ensuring the long-term
viability and stability of residential neighborhoods within Iowa City. including older, established
neighborhoods located close to downtown; and
WHEREAS, most of the City's older neighborhoods are located within the area defined by the
Comprehensive Plan as the Central Planning District; and
WHEREAS, many of the neighborhoods within said Central Planning District contain much of their
original, single-family architecture and traditional neighborhood character; and
WHEREAS, in order to meet market demands for multi-family housing near the University of Iowa,
said Central Planning District contains many areas zoned for multi-family development, resulting in the
periodic replacement of original residential structures with new multi-family buildings; and
WHEREAS. in order to preserve the traditional character and quality of said older neighborhoods, the
City desires to ensure that new multi-family buildings constructed within the Central Planning District are
compatible in terms of their architecture, scale, and building materials to existing residential structures
found within said older neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, in order to achieve the desired level of compatibility and preserve the character of the
city's older neighborhoods, the City deems it necessary to adopt and enforce design standards for new
multi-family buildings, and alterations to existing buildings resulting in three or more dwelling units, when
proposed to be located within said Central Planning District.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA:
SECTION I. AMENDMENT. Chapter 5, Building and Housing, Article H, Site Plan Review, of the City
Code is hereby amended by adding a new section 5N as follows:
N. CENTRAL PLANNING DISTRICT MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STANDARDS: Except
for properties located within the Planned High Density Multi-Family Residential (PRM) Zone, all site plans
submitted for City approval for new multi-family construction containing three or more dwelling or rooming
units, or the addition to the exterior of an existing building which results in a total of 3 or more dwelling or
rooming units, within the Central Planning District, as defined herein, shall be reviewed for conformance
with the following design standards. For the purposes of this section, the Central Planning District shall
consist of those properties located within the district boundaries as shown on the map at the end of this
subsection N. Properties located within Historic or Conservation Districts shall comply with the
requirements of the Historic Preservation Regulations in lieu of these provisions. Implementation of the
design standards is necessary: 1) to safeguard the public health, safety, aesthetics, and general welfare of
the City; 2) to help stabilize neighborhoods within the Central Planning District by protecting property
values of existing residences, by ensuring the compatibility of infill development and surrounding
properties, and, through design, by enabling new higher density development to coexist with existing lower
density development; and 3) to fulfill the intent of the Zoning Chapter, the Comprehensive Plan as
amended and other specific community plans.
1. Compliance with the provisions of both Section 3 "Mandatory Compliance Items," and 4 "Design
Point Items," below must be demonstrated prior to site plan approval. Evaluation of proposed building
plans under this sub-section shall be made by the Staff Design Review Committee (SDRC), which shall
issue a written finding of approval prior to site plan approval and the issuance of a building permit. Prior to
submitting a request for site plan review, the developer shall participate in a pre-application conference
with the SDRC to discuss the application of the design provisions to the subject property. Decisions of the
SDRC may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment.
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2. When the following provisions differ from provisions prescribed by the Zoning Chapter, the
following provisions shall apply.
3. Mandatory Compliance Items: Compliance with the following design standards must be
demonstrated prior to the issuance of a building permit.
a. Setback, Front: The front yard setback shall be consistent with properties on the same
frontage. The building setback shall not deviate from the average setback of existing structures on its
street frontage by more than 5 feet, and in no case shall a new building be located closer to the street than
the existing principal building on its frontage with the shallowest setback. The setbacks of existing
buildings shall be measured at the first floor wall of the main living area or commercial floor area of the
building, excluding a covered or enclosed porch. If front porches are prevalent on existing structures, the
new building may contain a covered front porch that extends into the front yard, provided it is located no
closer to the street than the porch on its block with the shallowest setback.
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b. Lighting: All exterior lighting, including balcony and porch lighting, shall be carefully placed,
downcast and shielded in accordance with subsection 14-5H-5H of this Chapter, as well as Article 15-6S,
Performance Standards, subsection B, Illumination Standards. In addition, no exterior light source should
be located on poles more than 15 feet high. When lights mounted on buildings are intended to provide site
lighting rather than corridor or exit lighting, they shall be mounted no higher than 15 feet. Lights intended
to architecturally highlight a building or its features shall use a limited pattern of light that does not extend
beyond the wall of the building.
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c. Parking: Parking lots, including detached garages and carports, shall not be located between the
principle building and the street. Parking shall be located behind a building, below grade, or under a
building, except on corner lots if it is not possible to locate parking as described above, or where the
SDRC determines that the parking cannot be located in the rear of or under a building.
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On corner lots or where rear parking is not possible, parking may be located alongside the
building, but not within a required front or side yard and no closer than 10 feet to the sidewalk.
Landscaped screening consisting of densely planted evergreen shrubs, a hedge, a combination of
evergreen and deciduous shrubs, or a decorative masonry wall in combination with landscaping shall be
used to screen the parking from the street. The SDRC may consult with the City Forester to ensure that
plant materials selected will do well in their selected locations.
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d. Parking Below Buildings: Where parking is located below a building, any exposed portions
of the exterior walls of the parking area visible from a street and extending more than three feet above the
ground shall appear to be a component of the facade of the building. The use of similar building materials,
window openings, and providing facade detailing similar to the upper levels are examples of how this can
be achieved. In no case shall a building have the appearance from the street of being elevated above a
parking level, or "on stilts."
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e. Garages: Garage doom should not be located on any side of a building facing a street. When
located on a side wall or on a rear wall on a corner lot, landscaping, masonry walls, or elements of the
building should be used to help screen the garage doom from view from the street. Where it is
demonstrated that rear or side access is not possible, front access may be permitted, provided that there
shall be no more than one double or two single garage doors per building, not to exceed nine feet or 18
feet in width, respectively, and that the garage door(s): 1 ) occupies no more than 50% of the linear face of
the building, 2) is recessed behind the wall of the building, and 3) is a color or tone that does not contrast
significantly with the main color of the buildin.q.
f. Building Orientation: Orientation of the "front" of the building shall be to the street in a manner
similar to existing buildings in the neighborhood, including an entrance door with some architectural
emphasis provided on the front of the building, Architectural treatments which emphasize the entrance
include, but are not limited to, front porches, transom and sidelight windows, decorative trim and moldings,
and/or arches.
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g. Pedestrian Access: A sidewalk shall be provided that connects the entrance door or porch to
the public sidewalk.
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h. Balconies/Decks: Balconies and decks should be designed so that they are integrated into the
overall design of the building. Methods of integrating balconies into the building design may include, but are
not limited to, fully or partially recessing them into the facade of the building, placing them under a roof that is
integrated into the overall roof plan. utilizing supports that are compatible with the rest of the building in terms
of materials and design, and utilizing supports that reach to the ground rather than appended on the exterior
of the building. When designed in such a manner, balconies and decks may encroach into the required front
yard, provided they are located no closer to the street than any porches on the street frontage. Within the
RM-12, RNC-12, RM-20, and RNC-20 zones balconies shall be placed adjacent to the front or rear yard
rather than the side yard when the building is located adjacent to a residential use containing fewer than three
dwelling units.
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i. Mechanical Equipment/Utility Meters: Outdoor dumpsters, mechanical equipment and
meters shall be placed at the rear of the property whenever possible. If this cannot be achieved, they may
be located along the side of the building provided that extensive landscaping, a decorative masonry wall, a
combination of the two, or another approved material is used to screen these items. In no case shall these
items be located along the street side of a building.
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4. Design Point Items: A total of 30 points from the following design options must be obtained prior
to site plan approval.
a. Vehicular Access: The use of alley access to the parking area, thus minimizing paving within
front yards. This may necessitate the improvement of the public alley in order to provide a suitable access
to the site. (3 points)
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b. Paving Materials: The use of textured paving, such as colored and pa~erned concrete,
exposed aggregate, brick, or cobblestone pa~erns, to improve the appearance of paved areas and to
designate pedestrian walkways. (0-3 points)
c. Setback, Side: The provision of a side yard of 10 feet or more in the RM-12, RNC-12, RM-20
and RNC-20 zones. (5 points)
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d. Porches: The incorporation of a covered front porch or porches of an appropriate size and
scale in areas where porches are prevalent on existing structures within the surrounding neighborhood. A
front porch helps provide a transition between the public street and the private residential use of the
interior of the building, and can help a building fit within an existing neighborhood by adding detail and
interest to the facade of the building. Front porches must be covered by a roof that is compatible with the
roof over the rest of the structure. The evaluation of a proposed porch shall take into consideration its
compatibility with the design of the proposed structure, its "usability", and its compatibility with other
porches in the surrounding neighborhood. (0-10 points)
e. Building Styles: The incorporation of design elements from existing architectural styles found
within the surrounding neighborhood, such as building form, rooflines, window patterns, building materials,
entranceways. and architectural detailing, to help a new building fit within the context of an existing
neighborhood. Architectural styles typically found within older Iowa City neighborhoods that can be used to
help guide the design of a new building include Italianate, Queen Anne, Craftsman, Prairie, Foursquare,
Greek Revival, and Tudor. (0-10 points)
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f. Building Height/Mass: Incorporating measures into the design of a new building that help to reduce
its "visual mass" and overall height, Examples include the following: (0-7 points)
1. holding the height of the eave line down by making the upper floor of a building a "half' story and
utilizing dormers to accommodate the use of floor area;
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2. stepping the height of a taller building down to two stories at ends adjacent to existing buildings
that are two-stories or lower in height; and
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3. providing significant variations in the roofline and front building plane which help to reduce the
scale of the building along the streetscape.
g. Building Height: The provision of a building height along the street elevation of 27 feet or
less. (5 points)
h. Roofline: Incorporation of a roofline that reflects the predominant roof type, orientation, scale
and pitch of existing buildings within the neighborhood. (0-5 points)
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i. Building Modulation: Varying the street elevation setback such that no continuous wall plane
or surface exceeds 35 feet in length, and such that variations between wall planes or surfaces are at least
18 inches in depth. Variations in wall planes should be accompanied by corresponding changes in the
roofline or other architectural elements of the building. When building modulation as described above is
incorporated into the design of the building, portions of the building may be permitted to project into the
required front yard by one-half (~) of the depth of the modulation in the front plane of the building or one
foot, whichever is less. (0-5 points)
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j. Windows/Fenestration: The placement of windows and doom on street elevations that are
consistent with the window and door patterns found on other properties in the surrounding neighborhood, and
that are of a similar size, scale and proportion to the windows of other buildings in the neighborhood. (0-
7 points)
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The use of trim and moldings that are similar in width and character to surrounding buildings. (0-3 points)
Traditional window trim details
Utilization of double-hung windows, or windows similar in appearance to double-hung windows. Where
other types of windows, such as side-by-side sliding sash, are used, a permanent horizontal muntin can be
used to create the appearance of a double-hung window. (0-3 points)
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k. Architectural Details: The provision of architectural details to add interest to building
elevations visible from the public street, including but not limited to the following: Quoins, dentils, cornice
moldings, brackets, arches, corner boards, keystones, decorative lintels and sills, soldier courses, belt
courses. bay windows and other decorative features as appropriate for the design of the overall building
and materials being used. In awarding points under this guideline, the use of these elements shall be
reviewed in the context of the overall building design, and not simply based on the provision of these
architectural details. (0-10 points)
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I. Building Base/Exposed Foundation: Incorporating a raised foundation or a "base" into the
design of a new building. The utilization of a material that differs from the primary exterior building material
at the base of the building, such as stone, brick of a different color or size than that used for the overall
building, or other durable masonry material, can be used to give the appearance of a raised foundation.
(0-2 points)
m. Building Materials: The use of quality exterior building materials historically used within Iowa
City's older neighborhoods is preferred.
1. Building materials will be evaluated as follows. The diagram provided below may also be
consulted to determine potential point ranges for proposed materials or material combinations.
Materials Point Range
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ALL MASONRY: The use of brick, stone, or other mason~ product(s) as the exterior finish material for
the entire building, with the exception of trim and decorative elements that may consist of alternative but
compatible materials. For the purpose of this section, mason~ shall not include concrete block or poured
concrete materials, except when rusticated concrete block or decorative concrete is used as a base or
exposed foundation material. The use of these materials as exterior finish materials can be considered
under subsection 2 below. (7-10 points)
PREDOMINANTLY MASONRY WITH STUCCO OR WOOD: The use of brick, stone, or other
mason~ product(s) as the prima~ exterior building material in combination with the less substantial use of
stucco, wood, or fiber cement siding. (5-10 points)
PREDOMINANTLY STUCCO OR WOOD WITH MASONRY: The use of brick, stone, or other
mason~ product(s) as a seconda~ exterior building material in combination with prima~ materials
consisting of stucco, wood, or fiber cement materials as discussed below. (3-8 points)
ALL STUCCO OR WOOD: The use of stucco or other similar material(s) that conveys a stucco
appearance, or wood or fiber-cement products that are wood-like in appearance, as the exterior finish
material for the entire building. Acceptable wood or fiber-cement products include shakes, shingles, or
painted horizontal clapboard siding composed of three (3) to eight (8) inch wide boards. (3-7 points)
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PREDOMINANTLY MASONRY WITH VINYL OR METAL: The use of brick, stone, or other masonry
product(s) as the primary exterior building material in combination with the less substantial use of vinyl or
metal lap siding. (3-5 points)
PREDOMINANTLY VINYL OR METAL WITH MASONRY: The use of brick, stone, or other masonry
product(s) as a secondary exterior building material in combination with primary materials consisting of
vinyl or metal lap siding in a clapboard pattern. (0-2 points)
2. Materials or material combinations not listed above may be approved, provided that the materials
are determined to be high quality, durable materials that will add interest to the facade of the building and
that will be compatible with or similar in appearance to materials found on other buildings within the
neighborhood. (0-5)
3. The following guidelines shall be used to evaluate building designs that incorporate more than one
exterior finish material:
Material changes to the vertical plane of the building should be separated by a belt course, soldier
course, or some other trim to provide a transition from one material to the other.
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Material changes to the horizontal plane-of the building should not occur along flat planes of any street
facade of the building, but rather at interior corners or at major reveals.
Where a material change from masonry to a different material is proposed at a front corner of the
building, the masonry shall be extended onto the secondary facade at least 2 feet.
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5. Alternative Designs: Alternative design solutions or exceptions to the mandatory standards will
be considered if it is demonstrated by the applicant that strict compliance with a specific standard is not
practical, and/or the alternative being proposed will help in achieving a development that is compatible
with its surrounding neighborhood or would provide some environmental benefit·
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SECTION II. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION III. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be
invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any
section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and
publication, as provided by law.
lP_.ed and appro~~_.day of June ,20 00 .
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It was moved by Champion and seconded by O' Donne'l ] that the Ordinance
as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT:
X Champion
X Kanner
X Lehman
X O'Donnell
X Pfab
X Vanderhoef
X Wilbum
First Consideration 5/2/00
Vote for passage: AYES: Vande~'hoef, 14ilbu~'n, Champion, KanneP, Lehman, O'Donne]l,
Pfab. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.
Second Consideration 5/16/00
Vote for passage: AYES: Vande~'hoef, ~lilbut'n, Champion, Kanner, Lehman, O'Donnell,
Pfab. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None,
Date published _- ,: 6/21/00
Prepared by: Scott Kugler, Assoc. Planner. 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5243
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14, CHAPTER 5, BUILDING AND HOUSING, ARTICLE H, 81TE
PLAN REVIEW, BY ADOPTING CENTRAL PLANNING DISTRICT MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DESIGN STANDARDS.
WHEREAS, the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan contains policies aimed at ensuring the long-term
viability and stability of residential neighborhoods within Iowa City, including older, established
neighborhoods located close to downtown; and
WHEREAS, most of the City's older neighborhoods are located within the area defined by the
Comprehensive Plan as the Central Planning District; and
WHEREAS, many of the neighborhoods within said Central Planning District contain much of their
original, single-family architecture and traditional neighborhood character; and
WHEREAS, in order to meet market demands for multi-family housing near the University of Iowa,
said Central Planning District contains many areas zoned for multi-family development, resulting in the
periodic replacement of original residential structures with new multi-family buildings; and
WHEREAS, in order to preserve the traditional character and quality of said older neighborhoods, the
City desires to ensure that new multi-family buildings constructed within the Central Planning District are
compatible in terms of their architecture, scale, and building materials to existing residential structures
found within said older neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, in order to achieve the desired level of compatibility and preserve the character of the
city's older neighborhoods, the City deems it necessary to adopt and enforce design standards for new
multi-family buildings, and alterations to existing buildings resulting in three or more dwelling units, when
proposed to be located within said Central Planning District.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA:
SECTION I. AMENDMENT. Chapter 5, Building and Housing, Article H, Site Plan Review, of the City
Code is hereby amended by adding a new section 5N as follows:
N. CENTRAL PLANNING DISTRICT MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STANDARDS: Except
for properties located within the Planned High Density Multi-Family Residential (PRM) Zone, all site plans
submitted for City approval for new multi-family construction containing three or more dwelling or rooming
units, or the addition to the exterior of an existing building which results in a total of 3 or more dwelling or
rooming units, within the Central Planning District, as defined herein, shall be reviewed for conformance
with the following design standards. For the purposes of this section, the Central Planning District shall
consist of those properties located within the district boundaries as shown on the map at the end of this
subsection N. Properties located within Historic or Conservation Districts shall comply with the
requirements of the Historic Preservation Regulations in lieu of these provisions. Implementation of the
design standards is necessary: 1 ) to safeguard the public health, safety, aesthetics, and general welfare of
the City; 2) to help stabilize neighborhoods within the Central Planning District by protecting property
values of existing residences, by ensuring the compatibility of infill development and surrounding
properties, and, through design, by enabling new higher density development to coexist with existing lower
density development; and 3) to fulfill the intent of the Zoning Chapter, the Comprehensive Plan as
amended and other specific community plans.
1. Compliance with the provisions of both Section 3 "Mandatory Compliance Items," and 4 "Design
Point Items," below must be demonstrated prior to site plan approval. Evaluation of proposed building
plans under this sub-section shall be made by the Staff Design Review Committee (SDRC), which shall
issue a written finding of approval prior to site plan approval and the issuance of a building permit. Prior to
submitting a request for site plan review, the developer shall participate in a pre-application conference
with the SDRC to discuss the application of the design provisions to the subject property. Decisions of the
SDRC may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment.
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2. When the following provisions differ from provisions prescribed by the Zoning Chapter, the
following provisions shall apply.
3. Mandatory Compliance Items: Compliance with the following design standards must be
demonstrated prior to the issuance of a building permit.
a. Setback, Front: The front yard setback shall be consistent with properties on the same
frontage. The building setback shall not deviate from the average setback of existing structures on its
street frontage by more than 5 feet, and in no case shall a new building be located Closer to the street than
the existing principal building on its frontage with the shallowest setback. The setbacks of existing
buildings shall be measured at the first floor wall of the main living area or c.ornmercial floor area of the
building, excluding a covered or enclosed porch. If front porches are preval,e, fl~ on existing structures, the
new building may contain a covered front porch that extends into the front yard, provided it is located no
closer to the street than the porch on its block with the shallowest setback.
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b. Lighting: All exterior lighting, including balcony and porch lighting, shall be carefully placed,
downcast and shielded in accordance with subsection 14-5H-5H of this Chapter, as well as Article 15-6S,
Performance Standards, subsection B, Illumination Standards. In addition, no exterior light source should
be located on poles more than 15 feet high. When lights mounted on buildings are intended to provide site
lighting rather than corridor or exit lighting, they shall be mounted no higher than 15 feet. Lights intended
to architecturally highlight a building or its features shall use a limited pattern of light that does not extend
beyond the wall of the building.
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c. Parking: Parking lots, including detached garages and carports, shall not be located between the
principle building and the street. Parking shall be located behind a building, below grade, or under a
building, except on corner lots if it is not possible to locate parking as described above, or where the
SDRC determines that the parking cannot be located in the rear of or under a building.
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On corner lots or where rear parking is not possible, parking may be located alongside the
building, but not within a required front or side yard and no closer than 10 feet to the sidewalk.
Landscaped screening consisting of densely planted evergreen shrubs, a hedge, a combination of
evergreen and deciduous shrubs, or a decorative masonry wall in combination with landscaping shall be
used to screen the parking from the street. The SDRC may consult with the City Forester to ensure that
plant materials selected will do well in their selected locations.
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d. Parking Below Buildings: Where parking is located below a building, any exposed portions
of the exterior walls of the parking area visible from a street and extending more than three feet above the
ground shall appear to be a component of the facade of the building. The use of similar building materials,
window openings, and providing facade detailing similar to the upper: levels are examples of how this can
be achieved. In no case shall a building have the appearance from the street of being elevated above a
parking level, or "on stilts."
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e. Garages: Garage doom should not be located on any side of a building facing a street. When
located on a side wall or on a rear wall on a corner lot, landscaping, masonry walls, or elements of the
building should be used to help screen the garage doors from view from the street. Where it is
demonstrated that rear or side access is not possible, front access may be permitted, provided that there
shall be no more than one double or two single garage doors per building, not to exceed nine feet or 18
feet in width, respectively, and that the garage door(s): 1) occupies no more than 50% of the linear face of
the building, 2) is recessed behind the wall of the building, and 3) is a color or tone that does not contrast
significantly with the main color of the building.
f. Building Orientation: Orientation of the "fro,nt" of the building shall be to the street in a manner
similar to existing buildings in the neighborhood, including an entrance door with some architectural
emphasis provided on the front of the building. Architectural treatments which emphasize the entrance
include, but are not limited to, front porches, transom and sidelight windows, decorative trim and moldings,
and/or arches.
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g- Pedestrian Access: A sidewalk shall be provided that connects the entrance door or porch to
the public sidewalk.
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h. Balconies/Decks: Balconies and decks should be designed so that they are integrated into the
overall design of the building. Methods of integrating balconies into the building design may include, but are
not limited to, fully or partially recessing them into the facade of the building, placing them under a roof that is
integrated into the overall roof plan, utilizing supports that are compatible with the rest of the building in terms
of materials and design, and utilizing supports that reach to the ground rather than appended on the exterior
of the building. When designed in such a manner, balconies and decks may encroach into the required front
yard, provided they are located no closer to the street than any porches on the street frontage. Within the
RM-12, RNC-12, RM-20, and RNC-20 zones balconies shall be placed adjacent to the front or rear yard
rather than the side yard when the building is located adjacent to a residential use containing fewer than three
dwelling units.
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Ordinance No.
Page 6
i. Mechanical Equipment/Utility Meters: Outdoor dumpsters, mechanical equipment and
meters shall be placed at the rear of the property whenever possible. If this cannot be achieved, they may
be located along the side of the building provided that extensive landscaping, a decorative masonry wall, a
combination of the two, or another approved material is used to screen these items. In no case shall these
items be located along the street side of a building.
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4. Design Point Items: A total of 30 points from the following design options must be obtained prior
to site plan approval.
a. Vehicular Access: The use of alley access to the parking area, thus minimizing paving within
front yards. This may necessitate the improvement' of the public alley in order to provide a suitable access
to the site. (3 points)
Alley_ Alley
Preferred Discouraged
b. Paving Materials: The use of textured paving, such as colored and patterned concrete,
exposed aggregate, brick, or cobblestone patterns, to improve the appearance of paved areas and to
designate pedestrian walkways. (0-3 points)
c. Setback, Side: The provision of a side yard of 10 feet or more in the RM-12, RNC-12, RM-20
and RNC-20 zones. (5 points)
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d. Porches: The incorporation of a covered front porch or porches of an appropriate size and
scale in areas where porches are prevalent on existing structures within the surrounding neighborhood. A
front porch helps provide a transition between the public street and the private residential use of the
interior of the building, and can help a building fit within an existing neighborhood by adding detail and
interest to the facade of the building. Front porches must be covered by a roof that is compatible with the
roof over the rest of the structure. The evaluation of a proposed porch shall take into consideration its
compatibility with the design of the proposed structure, its "usability", and its compatibility with other
porches in the surrounding neighborhood. (0-10 points)
e. Building Styles: The incorporation of design elements from existing architectural styles found
within the surrounding neighborhood, such as building form, rooflines, window patterns, building materials,
entranceways, and architectural detailing, to help a new building fit within the context of an existing
neighborhood. Architectural styles typically found within older Iowa City neighborhoods that can be used to
help guide the design of a new building include Italianate, Queen Anne, Craftsman, Prairie, Foursquare,
Greek Revival and Tudor. (0-10 points)
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Page 8
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1. holding the height of the eave line down by making the upper floor of a building a "half' story and
utilizing dormers to accommodate the use of floor area;
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Page 9
9 2. stepping the height of a taller building down to two stories at ends adjacent to existing buildings
that are two-stories or lower in height;
3. providing significant variations in the roofline and front building plane which help to reduce the
scale of the building along the streetscape; and
g. Building Height: The provision of a building height along the street elevation of 27 feet or
less. (5 points)
h, Roofline: Incorporation of a roofline that reflects the predominant roof type, orientation, scale
and pitch of existing buildings within the neighborhood. (0-5 points)
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Page 10
i. Building Modulation: Varying the street elevation setback such that no continuous wall plane
or surface exceeds 35 feet in length, and such that variations between wall planes or surfaces are at least
18 inches in depth. Variations in wall planes should be accompanied by corresponding changes in the
roofline or other architectural elements of the building. When building modulation as described above is
incorporated into the design of the building, portions of the building may be permitted to project into the
required front yard by one-half (%) of the depth of the modulation in the front plane of the building or one
foot, whichever is less. (0-5 points)
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j. Windows/Fenestration: The placement of windows and doors on street elevations that are
consistent with the window and door patterns found on othE'~,properties in the surrounding neighborhood, and
that are of a similar size, scale and proportion to the wind<SWs of other buildings in the neighborhood. (0-
7 points)
Preferred fenestration base8 upon existing
Existing neighborhood strudures
strudums within surrounding neighborhood
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Discouraged - Fenestration patterns not related to existing
structures in surrounding neighborhood.
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Page 11
The use of trim and moldings that are similar in width and character to surrounding buildings. (0-3 points)
Traditional window trim details
Utilization of double-hUhg windows or windows similar in appearance to Clo/uuble-hung windows. Where
other types of windows, such~a~s side-by-side sliding sash, are used, a permanent horizontal muntin can be
used to create the appearance c~f,a double-hung window. (0-3 points) //
Standard Slider window with
slider window -,. traditional trim and
horizontal muntin
k. Architectural Details: The provision of architectural details to add interest to building
elevations visible from the public street, including but not limited to the following: Quoins, dentils, cornice
moldings, brackets, arches, corner boards, keystones, decorative lintels and sills, soldier courses, belt
courses, bay windows and other decorative features as appropriate for the design of the overall building
and materials being used. In awarding points under this g~ideline, the use of these elements shall be
reviewed in the context of the overall building design, and not simply based on the provision of these
architectural details. (0-10 points)
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I. Building Base/Exposed Foundation: Incorporating a raised foundation or a "base" into the
design of a new building. The utilization of a material that differs from the primary exterior building material
at the base of the building, such as stone, brick of a different color or size than that used for the overall
building, or other durable masonry material, can be used to give the appearance of a raised foundation.
(0-2 points)
m. Building Materials: The use of quality exterior building materials historically used within Iowa
City's older neighborhoods is preferred.
1. Building materials will be evaluated as follows. The diagram provided below may also be
consulted to determine potential point ranges for proposed materials or material combinations.
Materials Point Rancle
All Masonry 7 to 10
Mostly Masonry with 5 to 10
Wood or Stucco
Mostly Wood or Stucco .- 3 to 8
with Masonry
All Wood or Stucco 3 to 7
Mostly Masonry with Vinyl_ 3 to 5 or Metal "
Mostly Vinyl or Metal with 0 to 2
Masonry
Other Materials or 0 to 5
Combinations
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ALL MASONRY: The use of brick, stone, or other masonry product(s) as the exterior finish material for
the entire building, with the exception of trim and decorative elements that may consist of alternative but
compatible materials. For the purpose of this section, masonry shall not include concrete block or poured
concrete materials, except when rusticated concrete block or decorative concrete is used as a base or
exposed foundation material. The use of these materials as exterior finish materials can be considered
under subsection 2 below. (7-10 points)
PREDOMINANTLY MASONRY WITH STUCCO OR WOOD: The use of brick, stone, or other
masonry prodUct(s) as the primary exterior building material in combination with the less substantial use of
stucco, wood, or fiber cement siding. (5-10 points)
PREDOMINANTLY STUCCO OR WOOD WITH MASONRY: The use of brick, stone, or other
masonry 'product(s) as a secondary exterior building material in combination with primary materials
consisting of stucco. wood, or fiber cement materials as discussed below. (3-8 points)
ALL STUCCO OR WOOD: The use of stucco or other similar material(s) that conveys a stucco
appearance, or wood or fiber-cement products that are wood-like in appearance, as the exterior finish
material for the entire building. Acceptable wood or fiber-cement products include shakes, shingles, or
painted horizontal clapboard siding composed of three (3) to eight (8) inch wide boards. (3-7 points)
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PREDOMINANTLY MASONRY WITH VINYL OR METAL: The use of brick, stone, or other masonry
product(s) as the primary exterior building material in combination with the less substantial use of vinyl or
metal lap siding. (3-5 points)
PREDOMINANTLY VINYL OR METAL WITH MASONRY: The use of brick, stone, or other masonry
product(s) as a secondary exterior building material in combination with primary materials consisting of
vinyl or metal lap siding in a clapboard pattern. (0-2 points)
2. Materials or material combinations not listed above may be approved, provided that the materials
are determined to be high quality, durable materials that will add interest to the facade of the building and
that will be compatible with or similar in appearance to materials found on other buildings within the
neighborhood. (0-5)
3. The following guidelines shall be used to evaluate building designs that incorporate more than one
exterior finish material:
Material changes to the vertical plane of the building should be separated by a belt course, soldier
course, or some other trim to provide a transition from one material to the other.
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Material changes to the horizontal plane of the building should not occur along flat planes of any street
facade of the building, but rather at interior corners or at major reveals.
Where a material change from masonry to a different material is proposed at a front corner of the
building, the masonry shall be extended onto the secondary facade at least 2 feet.
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5. Alternative Designs: Alternative design solutions or exceptions to the mandato~ standards will
be considered if it is demonstrated by the applicant that strict compliance with a specific standard is not
practical, and/or the alternative being proposed will help in achieving a development that is compatible
with its surrounding neighborhood or would provide some environmental benefit.
Ordinance No.
Page 14
SECTION II. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION III. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be
invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any
section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and
publication, as provided by law.
Passed and approved this __ day of ,20
MAYOR
ATTEST: ,,
CITY CLERK
ppdadm/ord/central.doc
Prepared by: Scott Kugler, Assoc. Planner, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5243
ORDINANCE NO. 00-3932
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14, CHAPTER 6, ZONING, ARTICLE A,
ZONING TITLE, PURPOSE AND SCOPE, BY INCORPORATING PROVISIONS
TO ALLOW MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIRED YARD PROVISIONS OF
THE ZONING CHAPTER WHEN IN CONFLICT WITH CITY CODE SECTION
14-{iH-~iN, CENTRAL PLANNING DISTRICT MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DESIGN STANDARDS.
WHEREAS, the City of Iowa City has determined it necessary to adopt design standards for
new multi-family buildings when constructed within the Central Planning District (hereinafter,
"design standards"); and
WHEREAS, the design standards, to be contained within Title 14, Chapter 5, Building and
Housing, Article H, Site Plan Review, rely on characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood,
including existing setbacks and the existence of front porches, to help new buildings fit within
the fabric of their surrounding neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, in some instances, the design standards require and/or permit development that
would not be in strict compliance with or would be contrary to the front yard requirements
contained within the Zoning Chapter; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to permit the approval of front yard modifications associated with
the enforcement of the design standards by the Staff Design Review Committee, concurrent
with the approval of building plans being reviewed under the design standards, in lieu of review
and approval of a special exception by the Board of Adjustment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA:
SECTION I. AMENDMENT. Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, Article A, Zoning Title, Purpose
and Scope, is hereby amended as follows:
a. By amending Section 14-6A-3 as follows:
14-6A-3: INTERPRETATION AND APPLICATION OF PROVISIONS: In interpreting and
applying the provisions of this Chapter, such provisions shall be held to be the minimum
requirements for the promotion of the public safety, health, convenience, order, prosperity and
general welfare. This Chapter is not intended to interfere with, abrogate or annul any
easements, covenants or other agreements between parties, except if this Chapter imposes a
greater restriction, this Chapter shall control. Where provisions of this Chapter are inconsistent
with subsection 14-5H-5N, Central Planning District Multi-Family Residential Design Standards,
the provisions of 14-5H-5N shall apply.
b. By amending Section 14-6A-1C as follows:
14-6A-4: SCOPE: Except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, the use of premises and
structures in the City shall be in accordance with the minimum standards hereinafter
established:
Ordinance No. 00-3932
Page 2
C. Except as may be altered by subsection 14-5H-5N, Central Planning District Multi-
Family Residential Design Standards, no structure shall be installed, converted,
enlarged, reconstructed or structurally altered, except in conformance with the yard
regulations for the zone in which the building is located.
SECTION II. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provi-
sions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION Ill. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be
adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the
Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconsti-
tutional.
SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage,
approval and publication, as provided by law.
Passed and approved this 13th day of June ,20 00 .
'MAYOR
ATTEST: ~.-~,,E,~.,.) ~. C
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Ordinance No. 00-3932
Page 3
It was moved by Champ i on and seconded by Va-nderhoef that the Ordinance
as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT:
X Champion
X Kanner
X Lehman
X O'Donnell
X Pfab
X Vanderhoef
X Wilburn
First Consideration 5/2/00
Vote for passage: AYES: 14'i'lburn, Champion, Kanner', Lehman, 0'Donne'l], Pfab,
VandeY'hoef. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.
Second Consideration 5/16/00
Voteforpassage: AYES: W'i'lburn, Champ'ion, Kanner, Lehman, O'Donne'l'l, Pfab,
Vanderhoef. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.
Date published 6 / 21 / 00
Prepared by: Scott Kugler, Assoc. Planner, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5243
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14, CHAPTER 6, ZONING, ARTICLE A,
ZONING TITLE, PURPOSE AND SCOPE, BY INCORPORATING PROVISIONS
TO ALLOW MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIRED YARD PROVISIONS OF
THE ZONING CHAPTER WHEN IN CONFLICT WITH CITY CODE SECTION
14-5H-5N, CENTRAL PLANNING DISTRICT MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DESIGN STANDARDS.
WHEREAS, the City of Iowa City has determined it necessary to adopt design standards for
new multi-family buildings when constructed within the Central Planning District (hereinafter,
"design standards"); and
WHEREAS, the design standards, to be contained within Title 14, Chapter 5, Building and
Housing, Article H, Site Plan Review, rely on characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood,
including existing setbacks and the existence of front porches, to help new buildings fit within
the fabric of their surrounding neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, in some instances, the design standards require and/or permit development that
would not be in strict compliance with or would be contrary to the front yard requirements
contained within the Zoning Chapter; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to permit the approval of front yard modifications associated with
the enforcement of the design standards by the Staff Design Review Committee, concurrent
with the approval of building plans being reviewed under the design standards, in lieu of review
and approval of a special exception by the Board of Adjustment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA:
SECTION I. AMENDMENT. Title 14, Chapter 6, Zoning, Article A, Zoning Title, Purpose
and Scope, is hereby amended as follows:
a. By amending Section 14-6A-3 as follows:
14-6A-3: INTERPRETATION AND APPLICATION OF PROVISIONS: In interpreting and
applying the provisions of this Chapter, such provisions shall be held to be the minimum
requirements for the promotion of the public safety, health, convenience, order, prosperity and
general welfare. This Chapter is not intended to interfere with, abrogate or annul any
easements, covenants or other agreements between parties, except if this Chapter imposes a
greater restriction, this Chapter shall control. Where provisions of this Chapter are
inconsistent with subsection 14-5H-5N, Central Planning District Multi-Family Residential
Design Standards, the provisions of 14-5H-5N shall apply.
b. By amending section 14-6A-1C as follows:
14-6A-4: SCOPE: Except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, the use of premises and
structures in the City shall be in accordance with the minimum standards hereinafter
established:
C. Except as may be altered by subsection 14-5H-5N, Central Planning District
Multi-Family Residential Design Standards, no structure shall be installed, converted,
enlarged, reconstructed or structurally altered, except in conformance with' the yard
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regulations for the zone in which the building is located.
SECTION II. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provi-
sions of this Ordi~ance are hereby repealed.
SECTION III. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be
adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the
Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconsti-
tutional.
SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage,
approval and publication, as provided by law.
Passed and approved this __ day of ,20
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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ppdadmin\ordXanimzone.doc
Prepared by: Scott Kugler, Assoc. Planner, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5243
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE VACATING AN UNDEVELOPED
PORTION OF WOOLF AVENUE FROM MCLEAN .
STREET SOUTH FOR A DISTANCE OF 240 FEET.
WHEREAS, the Applicant, Craig H. Syrop, has
requested that the City vacate a portion of the WooIf
Avenue right-of-way from McLean Street south for a
distance of 240 feet; and
WHEREAS, the subject right-of-way is currently
undeveloped, and does not appear to be a necessary
component of the neighborhood street system; and
WHEREAS, a sanitary sewer easement and a
storm sewer easement will be retained over a portion
of the right-of-way and no structures will be permitted
to be constructed or trees planted within these
easements; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to dispose of the
subject right-of-way via sale of the vacated property to
the applicant and/or other adjacent property owner(s).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA:
SECTION I. VACATION. Subject to the retention of
public sanitary sewer and storm sewer easements, the
City of Iowa City hereby vacates the portion of the
WooIf Avenue right--of-way from McLean Street south
for a distance of 240 feet, legally described as follows:
Commencing at the Northwest Corner of
Block Four (4), Manville Addition to Iowa City, Iowa;
thence south along the easterly right-of-way of WooIf
Avenue 240 feet; thence west to a point on the
westedy dght-of-way of WooIf Avenue that is 240 feet
south of an extension of the southerly right-of-way of
McLean Street; then north 240 feet to an extension of
the southerly right-of-way of McLean Street; then east
to the Point of Beginning.
Said legal description is meant to describe a
240-foot section of the entire WooIf Avenue right-of-
way south of the southerly right-of-way of McLean
Street, according to Manville's Addition to Iowa City,
Iowa.
SECTION II. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts
of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION III. SEVERABILITY. If any section,
provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to
be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall
not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or
any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged
invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance
shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and
publication, as provided by law.
Ordinance No.
Page 2
Passed and approved this day of
.20
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
ppdad m/ordANoolf. doc
Ordinance No.
Page.
It was moved by and seconded by that the Ordinance
as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT:
Champion
Kanner
Lehman
O'Donnell
Pfab
Vanderhoef
Wilbum
First Consideration 5/2/00
Voteforpassage: AYES: Pfab, Vande~'hoef, Wilburn, Champion, Kanner, Lehman,
0'Donnel'l. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.
Second Consideration 5/16/00
Vote for passage: AyES : Pfab, Vanderhoef, Wi'lbur'n, Champion, Kanner, Lehman,
0'Donne'l]. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.
Date published
Prepared by: John Yapp, Associate Planner, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5247
ORDINANCE NO. 00-3933
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE TITLE
14, CHAPTER 6, ENTITLED "ZONING," ARTICLE
O, ENTITLED "SIGN REGULATIONS," TO ALLOW
IDENTIFICATION BANNER SIGNS IN CERTAIN
COMMERCIAL ZONES UNDER SOME
CONDITIONS.
WHEREAS, banner signs in large shopping center
parking areas can add color, identity, and a unifying
appearance to large parking lots; and
WHEREAS, the content of the identification banner
sign will be limited to seasonal and non-profit
community event messages, and the name of the
shopping center and a logo; and
WHEREAS, to help ensure the banner signs stay in
good condition, the signs are required to be
constructed of an all-weather durable material.
Permits for the identification banner signs will be
given for one (1) year which may be renewed if the
banner signs are in good condition or are replaced;
and
WHEREAS, the size and location of the banner
signs will be limited to avoid the sign creating a
cluttered appearance; and
WHEREAS, requiring a consistent style of sign
throughout the shopping center parking lot will help
create a unifying appearance. Banner signs will be
permitted to have the name of the shopping center,
not individual stores.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA:
SECTION I. APPROVAL. Chapter 6, entitled
~Zoning," Article O, entitled "Sign Regulations," be
amended as follows:
14-60-2, Definitions, be amended to include the
following:
IDENTIFICATION BANNER: a sign of canvas, nylon,
or other durable material that is permanently affixed to
a light pole by structural members on the top and
bottom of the sign (or two opposite sides), which
identifies a multi-business shopping center.
Identification banner signs may contain the name and
logo of the shopping center they are used for, and
may also contain a seasonal or non-profit community
event message. Identification banner signs may not
contain advedising or business-related event
messages.
Ordinance No. 00-3933
Page 2
14-60-5C(2), Provisional signs in the CO-1, CN-1,
and R/O zones, be amended to add the following:
14-60-5C(2)(d): Up to two identification banner
signs affixed to each shopping center parking area
light pole, spaced no closer than 80 feet apart,
provided the parking area contains a minimum of 200
parking spaces, each banner sign is no more than
three (3) feet wide and six (6) feet tall, each banner
sign is consistent in appearance and size, the bottom
of the sign is no less than ten (10) feet and the top of
the sign is no higher than twenty (20) feet above
grade, and the permit for the banner sign is given for
no more than one (1) year. The permit will be
renewable if the banner signs are in good condition or
are replaced with new banner signs.
14-60-5D(2), Provisional signs in the CH-1, CC-2,
and C1-1 zones, be amended to add the following:
14-60-5C(2)(e): Up to two identification banner
signs affixed to each shopping center parking area
light pole, spaced no closer than 80 feet apart,
provided the parking area contains a minimum of 200
parking spaces, each banner sign is no more than
three (3) feet wide and six (6) feet tall, each banner
sign is consistent in appearance and size, the bottom
of the sign is no less than ten (10) feet and the top of
the sign is no higher than twenty (20) feet above
grade, and the permit for the banner sign is given for
no more than one (1) year. The permit will be
renewable if the banner signs are in good condition or
are replaced with new banner signs.
SECTION II. REPEALER. All ordinances and
pads of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of
this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION III. SEVERABILITY. If any section,
provision or pad of the Ordinance shall be adjudged
to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication
shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a
whole or any section, provision or part thereof not
adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance
shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and
publication, as provided by law.
Passed and approved this 13th day of
CITY CLEI~K
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Ordinance No. 00-3933
Page 3
It was moved by O' Donnel 1 and seconded by Vanderhoef that the Ordinance
as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS:ABSENT:
X Champion
X Kanner
X Lehman
X O'Donnell
X Pfab
X Vanderhoef
X Wilbum
First Consideration 5/2/00
Voteforpassage:AyES: Champion, Kanner, Lehman, 0'Donne]], Pfab, Vanderhoef,
Wi'lburn. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.
Second Consideration 5/16/00
Vote for passage: AYES: Champion, Kanner, Lehman, 0'Donne'l'l, Pfab, Vanderhoef,
Wi]burn. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.
Date published 6/21/00