Ordinance 14-07

Preamble:

Whereas, Pine Lake residents have made a clear, strong request for the protection and
enhancement of the character, aesthetics, visual streetscape, and natural environment of the city
of Pine Lake; and

Whereas, Pine Lake residents have made a clear, strong request to keep the appearance of new
infill construction and existing home additions compatible with the existing cottage, bungalow,
and cabin architecture; and

Whereas, this preservation and enhancement includes ensuring appropriateness of scale and bulk
of structures that may be different from what is appropriate in newer subdivisions; and,

Whereas, encouraging cutting-edge green building methods and techniques in all aspects of the
design and construction process, including the most advanced methods for energy and
environmental conservation, and the most advanced methods for minimizing waste during
construction is in the public interest; and

Whereas, existing development ordinances and regulations are inadequate to prevent

development and redevelopment from impinging on and dramatically altering the essential
character, aesthetics, and fragile eco-systems of the city; and

Whereas, these development guidelines, below, achieve the objectives of protecting the character,
aesthetics, and natural environment of the city, while further investigation is conducted to
determine appropriate development ordinances; and

Now be it resolved that the following development guidelines be applicable to any permit for
building, demolition, or remodeling of any covered structure 200 square feet or greater, or that
adds 200 square feet or greater of covered structure to an existing structure, or that alters 25%
or more of the façade:

Definitions:
Infill: Residential infill buildings are new dwellings that are constructed on the occasional vacant
lot within a cluster of existing houses. Setback, spacing and general massing of the new dwelling
are the key elements to make compatible to the existing structures. Modular, pre-fabricated units
whose design follows the site and design guidelines could provide appropriate and affordable
residential infill.
Existing natural grade: The grade of a site before it is modified by moving earth, adding or
removing fill, or installing a berm, retaining wall, or architectural or landscape feature, to be
determined by reference to an on-ground survey or City-approved topographic map
One-and-one-half story structure: One where the main roof rafters bear on the first floor
exterior walls, with upper level living space within that roof structure. The roof structure may
include dormers or shed type appendages to allow for windows, balconies, etc. on the upper level.
This concept allows for creation of living space in an the attic space of a one story residential
structure.
Fenestration: The organization of windows on a building wall
Façade: The exterior of the structure, including siding, trim, soffits, fascia, window frames,
balconies, porches, doors, and decorative elements attached to the structure
Chimney: A vertical structure containing one or more flues to provide draft and/or carry off
gaseous products to and from fireplaces, wood stoves or furnaces
Siding: The exterior wallcovering of a structure

1. The structure footprint together with all garages, outbuildings, porches, and decks may cover
a maximum of 30% of the lot. (This is for the purpose of minimizing visual bulk, and is entirely
separate from the required stormwater calculations.)

2. All new residential construction shall be a maximum of one and one-half stories.

3. Maximum allowable height is 28'. This height is measured by:

a. Finding the average of the existing natural grade by measuring the highest point
where the structure foundation meets the existing natural grade, the lowest point of
same, adding together, and dividing by two. (At point where foundation meets
grade, high + low / 2 = average)
b. Adding 30" to allow for crawl space (or whatever amount of foundation wall is
exposed above natural grade, whichever is less) to that average. (Average + 30" or
less = base)
c. From that base to the peak of the roof is the maximum height. (Base + 28' =
maximum)

(This height allows for enough upper level floor space without overwhelming the
existing street-scape with visual bulk.)

4. One half or more of the structure width is to be broken by a 12'' minimum step
forward, step back, projecting bay, inset porch, or similar, to minimize visual bulk.
(This provision extends to all sides of the structure.)

5. Driveways and parking pads must be 16' long or longer.

6. Any façades that are visible from a public street shall include fenestration of 15%
or more of the total surface wall area. Windows may be individual or grouped.

7. Siding / Veneer / Façade Materials: Horizontal lap siding, Vertical siding, cedar
shingles, brick, hard stucco, stone, and cementitious board are permitted. Vinyl
siding, composite board siding and aluminum siding are prohibited.

8. Façade Design: The Siding / Veneer should be consistent on all four sides of the
structure. Use of contrasting materials to add visual interest on all sides is
encouraged.

9. Chimneys: Brick, stone, stucco, or architectural concrete masonry units

(C.M.U.) are permitted. Siding is prohibited. Any portion of a chimney that is
located on the first floor of an exterior wall shall originate at grade.

10. Garages shall be located to the side or rear of the principal structure whenever
possible. If a garage must be located on the front façade, it shall not project beyond
the front of the principal structure.
11. Visible foundation materials: Foundations are a distinct building design
element and shall contrast with the front façade. Brick, stone, concrete, stucco and
architectural concrete masonry units (C.M.U) shall be permitted. Poured concrete
foundations must be covered, painted, or screened. Standard, unfinished concrete
block is prohibited.
12. Construction on a slab is prohibited.

13. Adjacent homes must be substantially different from each other in design and
character. (This again provides for the preservation and enhancement of the overall
street-scape aesthetic.)

ARB may choose to waive any element of the resolution requirements if the
proposed element proves to meet or exceed the intended purpose of the required
element. For example, if the proposed structure siting and fenestration is designed
to capture winter heat and block summer heat gain (passive solar) then the
requirement for fenestration of no less than 15% of the total surface wall area may
be waived, or construction on a slab may be allowed if the home is built to visitable
or Easy Living standards.

First reading October 8, 2007. Passed and approved November 12, 2007.

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Greg Zarus, Mayor

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Kathie deNobriga, Mayor Pro Tem
Attest: I hereby certify that the
foregoing is a true and accurate
copy of Ordinance 14-07.
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Elisabeth Shields, Councilmember

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___________________________ Deborah Dunbar, Councilmember
Edie Warwick
City Clerk

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Brent Walker, Councilmember

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Melanie Hammet, Councilmember