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Home My WebLink AboutPATEROS CREEK - PDP - PDP130011 - MAPS/GRAPHICS -A Design Guidelines: Submittal Application Lot Number or Phone: Secondary Phone: See "Design Review Process" section (Page 46) for design review process and application fee of $100, payable to: Pateros Creek homeowners Association. Planned Completion I understand that I must receive DRC approval in order to proceed. I required to obtain a building permit. I agree to complete improvg Date: Homeowner's Signature: DRC Action: ❑ Approved as Submitted' ❑ Approved Subjecttothe ❑ Disapproved for the Following Completion Required By: *Additional comments maybenoted on Submitted Drawings ifnecessary DR( Please sut one with one-time local building department and that I may be DRC Member Signature: Date: Submit to: Bellisimo, Inc. 3702 Manhattan Ave # 201 DRC Use only Fort Collins, CO 80526 (970) 229-5900 Date Received: info@beltisim o-inc.co m Date Returned: 0 Design Guidelines yacrd,r itionally blank Thymus mongolicus Thymus var. citriodorus Design Guidelines Thyme Lemon Thyme FRUIT GROUN MOVERS Fragaria var. ananassa spp. Strawberry (June -bearing varieties: Guardian, Honeoye; Ever -bearer varieties: Quinalt, Fort Laramie. Day -neutral varieties: Tribute, Tristarday.) Fragaria vesca Fragaria virginiona GRAINS Zea mays Zen, mays indurata ANNUALS Helianthus annuus EDIBLE FLOWERS Rllium schoenoprasum Cucurbito pepo Dianthus caryophyllus Tropoeolum majus Viola var. wittrockiona Sweet Corn (Golden Bantam), Chive Blossoms Squash Blossoms Carnation Nasturtium Pansy " Denotes Drought -Tolerant Plants "*Denotes Dry Shade Tolerant Morello, Early Richmond, Hansen bush cherry and Nanking) Prunusdomesticaspp. Plum Trees- European varieties include Stanley, Green Gage, Blue Damson, Mount Royal. Japanese -American varieties include Waneta,Methley,Sapa/ta.Inmost cases, two varieties of plums are needed to cross-pollinate each other. Because of different bloom dates, Europe and and Japanese varieties will not pollinate each other. _ SHRUBS Amelanchieralnifolia* Saskatoon Serviceberry Rubusidaeus Anne' Anne Ribes sativum RedCummt $A Sambucus pubens Red Fruited Elderb Symphoricarpusalbus WhiteSnowberry. - VEGETABLES/ROOTS Allium ceps var. aggregatum Shallot Allium cernuum Wild Onion Allium geyeri Geyer's Onion Alliumschoenoprasum Chive Armoracia rusticana Horseradish Asparagus of icinalis Asparagus Brassica oleracea Collards (Votes, Dwarf Blue Scotch, Curled, Green Glaze), Cucumbers (Little Leaf) and Eggplant (Black 'Hansel' and White'Gretell Brassica oleracea acephola Kale Brassica oleracea botrytis Cauliflower Brassica oleracea gongylodes Kohlrabi Brassica oleracea italics Broccoli Beta vulgaris spp. Beet (Swiss Chard'Ruby'Red') Design Guideli &M-A raz6_45cl Capsicum spp. Sweet Pepper (Including Bell, Banana) Capsicum annum spp. Chile Peppers (Mild: NuMex; Medium: NuMex Big Jim; Hot: Sandia, Espanola Improved, lalopeno, Cayenne) Cueurbitaspp. Pumpkin (Baby pumpkins good for kids: Baby Bear, Baby Boo, Spooktacular) Cucurbitopepo Squash ('Honey Bear'does well in a container) Laetucasativa Lettuce Lycopersicon esculentum Tomato Phoseolus vulgaris Pole Bean Pisum sativum Peas (Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon Sugar Peas Raphanus sativus Radish Rheum rhabarbarum Rhubarb Solanum tuberosum Potato HERBS Coriandrum sativum Mentha piperita Mentha piperita 'chocolate' Mentha spicato Ocimum bosilicum Oregano heracleoticum Petroselinum crispum Rosmarinus officinalis Salvia offlcinalis Cilantro Peppermint Chocolate Peppermint Spearmint Basil (Purple -leafed varieties: Red Rubin, Purple Ruffles) Oregano'Greek' Parsley Rosemary Common Sage " Denotes Drought -Tolerant Plants "Denotes Dry Shade Tolerant Design Guidelines Cerastium tomentosum* Snow -in -summer Phlox subulata* Creeping Phlox Clematis spp. Clematis Rudbeckia spp.* Black-eyed Susan Coreopsis spp.* Coreopsis Salvia nemorosa'May Night'' Salvia May Night Delospermaspp.* Iceplant Saponiaocymoides'Splendens"' Hock Soapwort Dicentra spectibalis Bleeding Heart Scabiosa spp. Pincushion Flower Echinecheaspp.* (onetlower Sedum Autumn. Joy'* utumnJoy Sedum Euonymusfortunei'Coloratus'** PurpleleafWinterCreeper Sedum 'Dragon'selood'• "' gon'sBlood Sedum Gaillardia spp.* Blanketflower Thymus lanuginosus' Woolly Thyme Galium odoratum** Sweet Woodruff Thymus praecox varieties* Creeping Thyme Geranium himaloyense Cranesbill Geranium'Blue-violet' Thymus var. citriodorus* lemon Thyme Geraniumpheum** Hardy Geranium Verbenabipinnatifida* Native Verbena Helleborus foetidus** Stinking liellebere Veronica pectinate** Blue Woolly Speedwell Hemerocallisspp.* Daylilly 'ncaminor* Periwinkle Heucherospp. ** Coral Bells E: All varieties of bulbs and annuals are allowed. Hosta spp. H lberis sempervirens EvergrM nd EDIBLE PLAINTS Iris siberica Siberian Ids TREES" Iris var. germanica Bearded Iris Malusspp. Apple Trees- Cox Orange, Fameuse, Gala, Granny Iris var. pumila Dwarf Ids Smith, Golden Delicious, Haralson, Honey Crisp, Jonathan, Joyce, Lodi, McIntosh, Northwest Lamium moculatum** Deadnettle Greening, Red Delicious, Yellow Delicious, Leucanthemum var. superbum Shasta Daisy Wealthy Linum flavum'Compactum' Yellow Flax Lonicerajaponico'Halliona' Hall'sHoneysuckle Prunus armeniaca spp. ApricotTrees-Tilton, Wenatchee Royal, Royal Blemheim, Lonicerasempervirens'Magnifica' ScarletTmmpetHoneysuckle Moorpark (Self -pollinating varieties). Varieties that require another tree for pollination include Riland, Perfection, Rival Lonicera var. heckrotti 'Goldflame' Goldflame Honeysuckle Mahonia repens** Creeping Grape Holly Prunus cerasus spp. Cherry Trees - (Sour Cherries more dependable in Eastern Colorado: Monarda spp.* Bee Balm Montmorency, North Star, Montmore, Meteor, English Nepetaspp.* Catmint *Denotes Drought -Tolerant Plants **Denotes Dry Shade Tolerant Penstemon spp.* Penstemon F Lonicera totarica Arnold's Red' Perovskia atriplicifolia* Philadelphus microphyllus Physocarpusspp. Prunus besseyi* Prunusglandulosa Prunus tenella Ribes alpinum* Rosa foetido 'Bicolor' Rosa woodsii Rhus aromatics 'Gro-low' Rhus trilobata* Salix exigua II Spiraea ap nica'Antho Spiraea japonlm AnthonyW 1 �� _.._ Syringa vulgarls Viburnum lentago* Viburnum opulus 'Roseum' Viburnum trilobum 'Compactum' EVERGREEN/BROADLEAF EVERGREEN SHRUBS Cytisus purgans 'Spanish Gold' Euonymus fortunei'Emerald 'n Gold' Juniperus horizontalis 'Blue Chip'* Juniperus horizontalis 'Youngstown'* Juniperus var. media'Sea Green' Juniperus sabina'Buffalo' Pinus mugo 'Slowmound' * Arnold's Red Honeysuckle Russian Sage Mock Orange Ninebark Western Sandcherry Pink Flowering Almond Dwarf Russian Almond Alpine Current Austrian Copper Rose CLoPink Rose w Sumac Three Leaf Sumac Coyote Willow .. Buffaloberry "-N�, Anthony Waterer Spirea mon Purple Lilac ITnnyberry Snowball Bush Compact American Cranberry Spanish Gold Broom Emerald'n Gold Euonymus Blue Chip Juniper Andorra Youngstown Juniper Sea Green Juniper Buffalo Juniper Slowmound Mugo Pine D.esjgn Guidelines ORNAMENTAL GRASSES A Calamagrostisxacutiflora KarlFoerster' Festuca glauca'Efija Blue'* Helictotrichon sempervirens* Miscanthus sinenis 'Grac4mus' Nossella (stipa) tenuisslma Panicum virgatum* Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal' Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah' Schizachyrium scoparium* Sporobolus heterolepis* GROUNDCOVERS Achillea hlipendulina 'Parker's Variety' " Achillea millefolium'Paprika' Agastache spp. * Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow' Alchemilla mollis'" Aquilegia spp.** Artemisio schmidtiona* Aster alpinus'Goliath' Aster novi-belgii varieties Aster tongolensis'Wartburg Star' Aster var. frikartii 'Month' Campanula cochleariifolia Campsis radicans Centaura montana* Feather Reed Grass Elijah Blue Fescue Blue Oat Grass Maiden Grass Mexican Feather Grass Switchgrass Heavy Metal Blue Switchgrass Shenandoah Switchgrass Little Bluestem Prairie Drop Seed Tall Yellow Yarrow Paprika Yarrow Hyssop Burgandy Glow Ajuga Lady's Mantle Columbine Silvermound Sage Alpine Aster Dwarf Fall Aster Purple Aster Lavender -Blue Aster Little Bluebells Trumpet Vine Bachelor's Button * Denotes Drought -Tolerant Plants **Denotes Dry Shade Tolerant TM See Page 55 of Appendix A for Additional Edible Plants yam. SEA Appendix Botanical Name Design Guidelines A: Pateros Creek Recommended DECIDUOUSTREES Aesculus hippocastinum Catalpaspeciosa* Gleditsia triocanthos var. inermis Gymnocladus dioica Quercus mueh/enbergii Quercus shumardii Tilia americans 'Wandell' Tilia cordota EVERGREEN TREES Pinus aristato Pinus nigra Pinusponderosa* Pinus mugo 'Tannenbaum' ORNAMENTALTREES Acer ginna/a* Acer grandidentatum* Acer tatoricum'Hot Wings' Alnus tenuifolia Crataegus var. lavelllei Crataegus crusgalli 'inermis' Koelreuteria paniculata* Malus'Honeycrisp' *** Common Name Horsechestnut Western Catalpa Thornless Honeylocust Kentucky Coffee Tree r6i.k..in n.k Austrian Pine Ponderosa Pine Mugo Pine Amur Maple Bigtooth Maple (Multi -stem) Tatarian Maple'Hot Wings' Thinleaf Alder (Multi -stem) Lavelle Hawthorn Thornless Cockspur Hawthorn Golden Rain Tree Honeyaisp Apple nt List Malus Jonathan"" Jonathan Apple Malus'Mocintosh' Dwarf Macintosh Apple Malus 'Radiant' Radiant Crabapple Prunus armeniaca'Tilton' "** Iton Apricot Prunus cerasus'No *** h Star Cherry us virgini*Ublert'Canada Red/Shubert Chokecherry DECI 0005 RUBS Amorpha caneseens* Desert False Indigo Aronia melanocarpo elata Black Chokebeny Artemesia tridentata* Common Sagebrush Berberis thunbergii'Crimson Pygmy' Crimson Pygmy Barberry Buddleia Argentea' * Butterfly Bush Caryopteris var. cladonensis'Dark Knight'* Dark Knight Spirea Caryopteris var. cladonensis'glue Mist'* Blue Mist Spirea Cercocarpus intricatus* Littleleaf Mountain Mahogany Cercocarpus ledifolius* Curl -Leaf Mountain Mahogany Choenomelesjoponica 'Texas Scarlet' Flowering Quince Chrysothamnusnouseosus Dwarf Rabbitbrush Cornus alba 'Bud's Yellow' Yellow Twig Dogwood Cornus sericea'Isanti' Isanti Dogwood Cotoneaster dammeri'Coral Beauty' Coral Beauty Cotoneaster Euonymus alto 'Compactus'* Dwarf Burning Bush Fallugia paradoxa Apache Plume Mahonia repens** Creeping Grape Holly *Denotes Drought-TolerantPlants "*Denotes Dry Shade Tolerant '**See Page 55 of Appendix A for Additional Edible Plants Mullion -Refers to the dominant vertical or horizontal framing member that is between the sashes or lights of a window unit. Muntin -A fine vertical or horizontal glazing member for holding the edges of windowpanes within a sash. Natural Area -That portion of a custom/semi-custom home -site which lies outside of the building envelope. Open Space - All real and personal property including easements, belonging to and by the Declarant or the City of Fort Collins for the common use of the residents of Pa Parcel - An area of land that may be further sub -divided into lots. Patio - An outdoor semi -private space often paved,which is immediately adjacent to a home. It may be further defined by a low privacy wall. Pergola - A colonnaded structure supporting an open roof that may be used to conned 2 or more building volumes. Pitch - Refers to the degree of slope of roof. Defined as a ratio of the vertical (rise) in inches of the slope to the horizontal (run) of one foot. EG:12:12 pitch equals 45 degrees. Plate- Refers to a double horizontal member in light frame construction that connects and terminates studs, columns or wall planes. Porch (or portico) - Refers to an architectural element attached to the exterior of a building that provides various degrees of shelter and enclosure as well as providing semi-public space at the building entry. Rake - Refers to the inclined, roof overhang on a pitched roof. Guidelines y� Recreational Vehicle - Ret&nal vehicles include, but are not limited to motor homes, pick-up trucks with campershells, trailers, motorcycles, motorbikes, snowmobiles, jet skis, all -terrain vehicles, and otherapparatus intended for use on land, water, or the air, and the trailers used for their transportation. Final determination of a vehicle's status as a recreational vehicle will be determined on a case -by -case basis by the DRC. The building or buildings, including any garage, or other accessory building, used al purposes constructed on a lot, and any improvements constructed in connection s to a traditional exterior building material, which consists of a layered veneer plaster. Stucco should not be confused with E.I.FS. Terrace - A raised outdoor space or earthen platform adjacent to a building used to transition between areas of steep grade. Trellis - An open framework or lattice on which plants will grow. Xeriscape - A method of landscaping, specifically utilizing native, drought -tolerant, low maintenance plants and shrubs that once established, will thrive with local rainfall amounts. Yard Fence - Fence bordering the back or side yard of an individual home or dwelling unit. 'Att;,.6rw Design Guidelines Design Review Committee (DRC) -The Committee appointed by the Declarant. The DRC shall review and either approve, approve with modifications or disapprove proposals and/or plans and specifications, construction, exterior additions, landscaping or changes and alterations within Pateros Creek. Detail -Refers to individual elements of architectural expression that can be either functional, ornamental or both that enhance the overall character of the improvement. Dormer - An architectural element projecting from a roof form usually accommodating a window, ventilating louver or other opening in the vertical plane. E.I.F.S. - Exterior Insulating Finish System, commonly referred to as" of to confused with Stucco. Eave - Refers to the overhanging lower Entry Drive - Drive connecting the pIV of the public right of way. Excavation - Any disturbance of the land (A of approved vegetation), including any trer other substance from a depth of more than any grading of the surface. onably necessary for planting m the removal of earth, rock, or the natural surface of the land or Fafade -The front elevation of a building or any of its sides facing a public way or space, usually distinguished by its architectural treatments. Fascia - Refers to any broad, flat horizontal surface at the outer edge of a cornice or roof. Fill - Any addition of earth, rock, or other materials to the surface of the land, which increases the natural elevation of such surface. Homeowner -The term Homeowner shal I mean ilievecord owner of any home -site or home -sites as shown an the official records of the City of Fort Collins or Larimer County, Colorado Recorder. The homeowner may act through an agent provided that such agent is authorized in writing to act in such capacity. Improvement -Every structureorimprovem kind, including, without limitation, buildings, fences, walls, trees, hedges, planting driveway, parking areas, loading areas, ponds, lakes, recreational fadFRies, signs, changes exterior color or shape, and site work (such as, without limitation, excavation, grading, road construction utility improvements, and removal of trees or plantings). Improvement does not include turf, shrub, ortree maintenance or replacement. Improvement does include both new construction and any subsequent exterior Architect - A design professional licensed by the State of Colorado to practice architecture. Loggia - A colonnaded or arcaded space, on or in a building, that is open to the air on one or more sides. Lot - Refers to land platted for a future home -site that is held in private ownership. Masonry - Stone, brick or other vitreous clay bonded by cementitious mortar for use in the construction of site and building elements. Masonry Pier — A post composed of masonry typically supporting a porch. Massing - An architectural design characteristic that refers to the overall three dimensional form of a building on its site. Massing encompasses the length, width, height, volume and overall shape of a building. Member - The term Member shall mean and refer to every person or entity that is an homeowner, as defined below. Membership shall be appurtenant to any, and may not be Definitions Unless the context otherwise specifies or requires, use of the following words or phrases when used in The Guidelines shall have the following meanings: Arbor - A framework or lattice used as a shade structure. Architect - A design professional licensed by the State of Colorado to practice,architecture. Articulation -An architectural design characteristic that distinctly varies an otherwise flat plane of a building. This may include repetitive architectural elements stepping in or out of the building plane, intersections of building elements, or other architectural devices meant to divide a large unbroken building plane. Balcony - A projecting pla a I or supported by col Balustrade -Ah orguardrail consists of a top- m-rail and Blockface-Onesideo t Board of Directors -The Bo ectec front balcony or terrace that consecutive intersections. pursuant to the Pateros Creek Homeowners Association, Incas Bylaws or appointed by the Declarant; the"Executive Board" as the term is used in the act. Bracket- A framed corbel projecting outward from a building face supporting an eave, window bay, or other cantilevered architectural elements. Builder -The professional entity that constructs the improvements on a given lot. Building Envelope -The portion of lot which encompasses the area within which building may occur subject to The Guidelines and as delineated on the plat Design Guidelines re,6_em'l CMU - Concrete masonry units. Clapboard - A traditional type of horizontal siding for stick framed buildings. This may be produced from natural wood,fiber-cement or composition hardboard materials. Column - A vertical structural member that carries the principal loads of building elements. A column is typically expressed, aditecturally with a base anchoring it to the ground or foundation, and a capital that transitions the load to a horizontal, overhead framing member. Construction - Any improvements or actions in Pateros Creek that require City of Fort Collins or Larimer County permits or approvals. Contractor - A person or entity contractually engaged by an homeowner for the purpose of constructing any improvements within Pateros Creek. The Contractor and Homeowner may be the same person or entity, as per applicable City or State code and ordinances. Custom/Semi Custom Home -sites - Refers to unimproved lots and individual home -sites that will generally require site planning, grading and drainage improvements prior to new home construction. Deck - Refers to an open, unroofed outdoor space usually constructed of light framing above grade, and attached to the building. Declarant -The term Declarant shall mean and refer to Pateros Creek, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, its successors and assigns. Design Guidelines -The restrictions, review procedures, and construction regulations adopted and enforced by the Declarant and its appointed Design Review Committee (DRC) as set forth in this document and as amended from time to time by the DRC. Design Guidelines Prosecution of Work The Master Declaration for Pateros Creek requires that work be completed promptly (or in compliance with written agreements with applicant) and in accordance with approved plans. For homeowners, the architectural work shall be completed within t year and the landscape shall be completed within 90 days after closing or resubmittal is required. The DRC requires a Notice of Completion and shall inspect for compliance. If DRC does not object, work is deemed to be in compliance with The Guidelines 30 days after Notice of Completion. Governing Regulations All development within the Pateros Creek Master Plan shall conform tc outlined in the following documents: • The Pateros Creek Design Guidelines • The Master Declaration for Pateros Creek Any applicable City of Fort Collins ordinances, regulations and codes Any applicable Larimer County ordinances, regulations and codes Any applicable Local, State and Federal Codes and Regulations As -Built Drawings Accurate as -built drawings shall be prepared by all homeowners to tic the locations of all utilities to permanent reference points. Copies of the drawings should be submitted to the governing utility or regulatory agency upon completion of construction. Other Conditions DRC approval does not constitute approval of any governmental authority having jurisdiction. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to ensure compliance with the most current local, state and federal codes and regulations that apply to their specific project. 177 ;R Submittal of Construction Documents Construction documents, revised per DRC comment at schematic stage, shall be required for submittal to DRC for final review and approval. The Schematic Plan Submittal shall include the application (page 59). As appropriate/applicable, the Schematic Plan submittal shall meet the following requirements. All drawings shall be to scale and shall include a graphic scale. • 2 full-size (24"x 36") to scale of the following: • Site plan with existing and proposed grading • Architectural elevations (front, sides and rear) indicating typical proposed grade lines, finish floor elevations, top of slab elevations and building height calculations (1/4"scale). • Floor plans, including square footage for each floor (1/4" scale). Roof plans indicating pitches, ridges, valleys and locations of roof penetrations for venting, mechanical equipment and plumbing. Proposed exterior materials, dimensions and locations (1 /4"scale). • Exterior details, including items such as chimneys, exterior porches, stairs and decks, railings, entry and deck supports. • Any other proposed improvements (awnings, hottubs, etc.). 1 set of the following: Product information sheets • Construction schedule • Construction plans de the following will be handled: * Keeping the construction site clean and organized * Construction trash and recycling * Hours of construction * Construction fencing * Construction safety * Avoidance of construction's impact on wildlife half-size (minimum 8-1/2'x 11"), to scale, set of the following: Landscape plan with plant names and quantities noted and north arrow and scale indicated. • Other materials as requested by DRC on a case -by -case basis si ,G. es _'Av Additions, Repairs and,,Replacements Unless otherwise specfically&ted, drawings of plans for a proposed improvement shall be submitted to the DRC with written approval obtained before the improvement is made. Review Process The DRC shall provide written notice of decision within 30 days of submittal. Construction may not begin without DRC approval if required by The Guidelines. A'tion by Committee DRC action does not supersede governmental regulations or provisions of the Master Declaration for Pateros Creek. Right to Appeal DRC decisions may be appealed (one time) to the Pateros Creek Residential Association, Inc. Board as outlined in the Master Declaration for Pateros Creek within 30 days of the written DRC decision. Building Permit Building permits, when required, shall be obtained after approval of the Construction Document submittal by the DRC. Homeowners are advised that local jurisdictions may have certain additional building restrictions and submittal requirements, which will have to be met before issuance of a Building Permit. On -site Inspections During construction of the project, the DRC reserves the right to perform on -site inspections. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to ensure that construction conforms to the plans and all applicable building codes. Changes in Plans No significant changes in plans or materials approved by the DRC may be undertaken without approval. No work shall be undertaken (other than routine maintenance and repair) which will result in changes to the exterior building appearance, landscape improvements, parking modifications or any other changes to the site without prior written approval of the DRC. Design Review Process Review Authority The Design Review Committee (DRC) derives its authority from the Master Declaration for Pateros Creek. Any improvements not specifically allowed under The Guidelines require prior DRC approval. Construction may not begin prior to required approval. Fees The DRC will establish and charge reasonable fees for its review of applications and such fees shall be paid in advance. Fees may also include reasonable costs incurred in having professionals review any application. At the time of the ratification of these Guidelines, the fee is $100, payable to Pateros Creek Homeowners Association. The following criteria and processes apply to homeowners developing Tots improvements for their lots. The applican ps0kedj development. Get to Know the Site Development projects at Pateros Creek reflect the area beating a`"'environment that responds to the individual site. Becatt anditionsvarythmughouttheplanarea,the homeowner should et to know the entire k, g ptojkcFand the4eC(fic site by walking the area and experiencing the views while considering thei iili tlnsas reflected in the site plan. Together, these elements will help to shape the orientationiO design of the applicant's project. The homeowner should also review The Guidelines and acquaint themselves with all of the other documents that serve to regulate and guide the development of Pateros (reek. Choose an Architect A licensed architect shall be responsible for all architectural design within Pateros Creek. The addition of specialized design skills and an understanding of site and environmental possibilities can be of major importance in realizing the special character and quality that the homeowner would want the project to have. The applicant's architect shall thoroughly read The Guidelines and become familiar with its contents, in addition to the contents of any other documentation governing development within the Pateros Cr aster Plan. Project architects shall be approved by the DRC. Homeowners are required to rel Wee slices of a professional landscape architect experienced in site analysis and pianning,landscape design, installation and plant materials. Pre -Design Mect in Prior to preparing a Schematic Plan for a substanct, the homeowner is encouraged to meet with the DR( to discuss their particular site and to identify important concerns. This meeting will provide the homeowner with guidance prior to the initiation of design work and will acquaint them with the expectations of the DRC with respect to general design quality and standards desired at Pateros Creek. The Pre -Design Meeting is to be scheduled with the Secretary of the DRC at least 14 days prior to a scheduled DRC meeting. Submittal of Schematic Plans The purpose of this plan is to communicate to the DRC the design intent. This important early review is to ensure that the initial design conforms to the concepts contained in The Guidelines. An early response by the DRC is intended to avert wasted time and professional fees that result from pursuing a solution in conflict with The Guidelines. The Schematic Plan Submittal shall include the application (page 59) and submittal fee. As appropriate/applicable, the Schematic Plan submittal shall meet the following requirements. All drawings shall be to scale and shall include a graphic scale. Written explanation of the design approach 1 full-size (24"x 36") to scale and 1 half-size set of copies of the following: • Site plan with existing and proposed grading • Architectural floor plans that show square footage, garage size and style, porch and/ or deck size (1/4" or 1/8"scale on full-size drawings) Four sided exterior elevations that show materials and colors 1 half-size (minimum 8-1/2"x 11 "),to scale, set of the following: Landscape plan with plant names and quantities noted and north arrow and scale indicated. Other materials as requested by DRC on a case -by -case basis Design Guidelines 'A re;1 eeuw Permanent Signage Development Identification and Entry Signage All development identification and entry signage shall be designed and installed by the Developer, and shall be maintained by the HOA. The development identification and main entry signage shall be designed to establish a distinctive gateway into the community. This signag shall be of appropriate form and mass to fit the context of the site and shall relate strong) architectural style of the community as well as to its"Cottage Garden Community" aesthetic. Prohibited The following sig by -case basis: • Signs which ac • Animated, mo • Billboards • Signs painted or signs in the • Signs on bend • Window signa • Portable signs mounted to the ground. • Signs mounted, attached or painted on motor vehicles, trailers or boats when used as additional advertising signs on or near the premises and not used in conducting a business or service. • Roof -mounted signs or signs which project above the highest point of the roof line of the fascia of the building. • Off -premises signs. • Internally illuminated awnings; awnings, if allowed, shall be opaque and shall not be back -lit. • Exposed neon tubing, excessively bright colors or over -scaled letters • Internally lit plastic letters or plastic box signs • Other types of signage prohibited in the City of Fort Collins signage ordinances. j%rre7� Design Guidelines, Signage Design Guidelines General These Signage Design Guidelines are intended to create a strong image and reduce visual clutter, while allowing for signs that inform residents and visitors of the various amenities, services and products within Pateros Creek. All proposed plans for signs in Pateros Creek, temporary and permanent, shall be approved in writing by the DRC prior to construction or installation of signage, excluding garage sale and political signs and Developer signage. All proposed signs required to be submitted to the DV shall include details of design, materials, location, size, height, color and light. All signage within site distance triangles as defined by the City of Fort Collins an r Iculatit allowable signage area shall conform to restrictions as indicated in current City ordinances. All signage shall conform to restrictions asindfcated In current City of Fort Collins ordinances. These Signage Design Guidelines do not supersede the City of Fort Collins sign ordinance and a sign permit maybe required from the City of Fort Collins. Proof of sign permit from the City of Fort Collins and approval by the DR( is required before installation of any sign. Temporary Signage Developer Signage The Developer may create and install temporary signage as the need arises, including but not limited to "Coming Soon"signage, new development signage, vacant land signage, and land for sale/lease signage. The size and height ofthis signage shall be at the Developer's discretion. Builder Signage Residential Lot Identification Signage • Lot Identification Signs may be placed on each of the builder's available or sold lots, to be located in front of each lot • 1 ground -mounted sign per lot, provided such sign does not exceed 4 quare feet in area per face (e.g. 2'x 2') The sign must be removed from the lot wit,' days following the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, or closing on the home witha newiner, whichever comes first. The builder will be responsible for the fabrication, placement and maintenance of these signs. Signs may provide the following information, at the builder's discretion: • Lot Addressand Number • Builder Name, Address, Phone Numberiind Website Architect The signs may include the words"available"or"sold" Sales Model Signage Signage plans for model homes are required and will be reviewed on a case -by -case basis. Interim Signage SubmAal and`afioval of application for permanent identity signage is required prior to installation of interim signage. Interim signage shall be consistent with permanent signage in terms of location, size and message. A maximum 60-day period is allowed for interim signage. Removal of interim signage shall be required once the permanent identity signage is installed. Political In an effort to maintain neighborhood aesthetics, political signs shall adhere to the following restrictions: • Political signs shall be displayed no more than 45 days prior to the election and shall be removed within 7 days after the election. • No more than 1 political sign per political office or ballot issue that is contested in a pending election will be allowed per unit or house. • The maximum size allowed shall adhere to any applicable City of Fort Collins ordinance that regulates the size of political signs on residential property, or 36 x 48 inches. Restrictions shall be in accordance with the most current, applicable laws or ordinances. Play equipment utilizing natural materials (wood vs. plastic) is preferred. If painted, paint will be subdued earth tone colors designed to match with the home. Temporary play equipment shall be stored out of view during winter months and, when not in play, for long periods of time. Consider the impact on neighbors'views and noise when locating trampolines. All play structures, basketball hoops/backboards and trampolines shall be located a minimum of 5 feet from property lines. Poles & Flagpoles Plans for flagpoles shall be submitted for DRC approval. The height of the pole may not exceed the peak of the house roofline and shall not be illuminated. Any display of the American flag shall be in.aarordance with the Federal Flag Code and sae/ display of all flags shall comply with all current municipal ordinances as applicable. Ponds and Water Features Plans forany pond o f erfeature shall besubmitted forDR( approval. Roof Repai _ No review is required if repair/replacement is done using existing materials and colors. Satellite Dishes, lniennnc Satellite dishes and antennae shall have DRC approval prior to installation, excepting those that are exempted from local regulations by the Telecommunications Act of 1996. In response to the above named act, the DRC has adopted the following guidelines. • DBS and MMDS antennae/dishesshall be 18 inches or less in diameter and for personal use of a homeowner may be installed. All antennae/dishes shall be installed with emphasis on being as unobtrusive as possible to the community. To the extent that reception is not substantially degraded or costs unreasonably increased, all antennae/dishes shall be screened from view from any street and nearby lots to the maximum extent possible and placement shall be made in the following order preference: Inside structure of home (antenna only) Back or side yard below the fence line Back or side on house in least visible location esian Gµidelnesm_,..,_s Side yard in fronto'ffencewith screening integrated into landscaping Front yard with screening integrated into landscaping Back rooftop If more than one location on the property allows for adequate reception without imposing unreasonable expense or delay, the order of preference described above shall be used and the least visible site shall be selected. Homeowners shall complete a registration form and return it to the DRC, stating the selected installation site is the least obtrusive location that an acceptable signal can be received. Approval does not guarantee that the signal will be or remain adequate. Sidin'�' No review is required if repair/replacement is done using existing materials and colors. Statues and Sculptures DRC approval is not required if statues and sculptures are installed in the rear yard and are of a total height not greater than 3 feet. Utility Equipment All outdoor mechanical and electrical equipment, such as metering devices, transformers and air-conditioning units shall be concealed from the view of adjacent lots, rights -of -way and public spaces. • Wall -mounted equipment shall be enclosed with materials homogenous with the building's exterior. Window, wall or roof -mounted air-conditioning units are not allowed. • Locate utility equipment away from neighboring properties to minimize noise. • Utility equipment information shall be submitted for DRC approval and shall include size, location and screening of utility equipment. Walks and Drives Walks and driveways should reflect the design character of the surrounding area and structures and may not be used for storage. Approval is required for modifications, expansions or resurfacing. Windmills, Wind Turbines, Wind Chimes, Wind Vanes and Directionals Wind chimes are allowed if noise does not disturb adjoining homeowners. Any other wind driven items require prior approval. Design Guidelines hire Pits and Fireplaces • Plans for any fire pit or fireplace shall be submitted for DRC approval. • Fire pits and fireplaces shall abide by all City of Fort Collins ordinances. Garage Sales • Garage sales are not allowed. Holiday Decorations and Lighting • For holiday decorations and lighting, see Landscape Design Guidelines section,"Exterior Lighting;'page 39. Painting • Approval is required prior to any painting of the exterior of a s^gloss- • rs, windows and trim. • Approval is not required if repainting a structure the same co an. Paint shall be of low luster variety and(hegarage door shall match the primary.' the main structure. Parking, Vehicle Storage & Covers • No RV, boat or recreational vehicle storage of any kind will be allowed i eways or yards. • 3 days are allowed for loading and unloading. Inoperable vehicles that are not moved within 5 days will be subject to ticketing and/or towing at owner's expense. • No draining or dumping of fluids or debris. • No parking on landscaped (unpaved) areas. • Employees of emergency service providers may park emergency motor vehicles weighing less than 10,000 pounds in the appropriate areas within the community. In the event the DRC shall determine that a vehicle is parked or stored in violation of The Guidelines, a written notice describing said vehicle shall be personally delivered to the owner (if such owner can be reasonably ascertained) or shall be conspicuously placed upon the vehicle (if the owner thereof cannot be reasonably ascertained). If the vehicle is not removed within a reasonable time thereafter, as determined by the DRC in its discretion, the DRC shall have the right to remove the vehicle at the sole expense of the owner. Patio Covers and Awnings • Plans for any patio covers or awnings shatl bbitted for DRC approval. • Materials and colors should complement the primary structure and any associated lighting should be directed doweryard. llowabYdh�e ia Maximum at is 10 feet. Pets and al • No animal of any kind shall be allowed that, in the reasonable opinion of the DRC, poses a threat to the heaah, safety or welfare of the owners, or makes an unreasonable amount of e or odor, or is a nuisance. and other urban farm animals are allowed only in approved community spaces. • A 'pets wall be controlled by their owners and shall not be allowed off their homeowners'lots fg pt when properly leashed and accompanied by the owner or owner's representative. s and cats can have tremendous impact on native wildlife in our open space and natural s, particularly small mammals and songbirds. All pets shall be leashed and kept on trails. are encouraged to be kept inside. If outside, cats shall have a bell on a collar. Per City of Fort Collins'ordinances, any outdoor cat shall be required to be leashed. Each owner shall be responsible for proper collection and disposal of pet refuse from any property within Pateros Creek, including the homeowner's lot and along paths or in open space areas. Additionally, each owner of a pet shall be financially responsible and liable for any damage caused to person or property by said pet. Owners are subject to all applicable City of Fort Collins and Larimer County ordinances regarding quantity and type of pets owned and manner in which they are cared for and managed. Play and Sports Equipment Recreation facilities, structures and improvements shall not be located within easements or building setbacks. Permanent or temporary structures to cover recreational facilities are not allowed. Walls, fences or landscaped screens may be required to reduce the visual impact of recreational facilities from adjacent properties. • Sensitively site play equipment, play structures, basketball hoops/backboards and trampolines based upon the following requirements: Play structures shall not exceed 8 feet in height and shall only be located within the rear yard, away from neighboring homes to minimize potential noise impacts. Art in Public Places • Art in public places is highly encouraged. The proposed piece shall be vandal -resistant, appropriate subject material for public viewing, and complementary with the theme, materials and colors of Pateros Creek as determined by the DRC. • All proposed art pieces shall be submitted to the DRC for review prior to installation. Residential Accessory Structures Residential accessory structures include storage and equipment buildings, greenhouses, playhouses or other structures, whether or not they are directly attached to the residence. Open structures, such as gazebos, loggia or pergola are allowed. Smaller lots may not be suitable for accessory structures. Consideration shall be taken in theplacement of such structures so as to meet all easements and setback requirements and to be sensitive of neighboring views. Structures shall not be placed in a location that will interfere with drainage. Other considerations may include, but may not be limited to the following. • Storage and equipment buildings rare not allowed. • Materials, including roofing, shall match the existing house unless otherwise approved by the DRC. No -metal pre -fabricated, aluminum or plastic buildings will be allowed. Alternative building materials will be considered on a case -by -case basis. • The structure shall be complimentary to the architectural style of the house. • The color of any siding and trim shall match colors of the existing house. • Maximum height shall not exceed 8 feet above grade, unless otherwise noted. • All structures on the same lot shall be spaced at least 16 feet apart. • The structure shall be visually screened by vegetation to ensure an attractive community. Buffering should be accomplished with a mixture of evergreen trees (if adequate space exists), and evergreen and ornamental shrubs. • No more than 1 playhouse shall be allowed per property. All exceptions to The Guidelines require approval by the DRC. Barbeque Grills and Outdoor Cooking Areas • The use of barbeque grills is allowed in rear or side yards only. • No grills shall be allowed on front porches or in front yards. • DRC approval is required of any large outdoor cooking area. Bird Feeders, Bath Houses • Bird baths do not require a proval if there is only 1 located in a rear yard and is less than 3 feet in height. • Feeders and houses do not require approval if there are no more than 2 with a maximum size of 1 foot x 2 feet, and a maximum of 6 feet above grade. Business Activities isl%sidential Areas Any business in a residentlarea shall comply with all applicable zoning and signage restrictions and regulations. The impact to traffic and parking by any such business shall be as minimal as possible. Clotheslines and Hangers Clotheslines and hangers are allowed in the rear yard only with the following requirements. A maximum of 1 clothesline and 1 collapsible hanger is allowed per property. Clotheslines shall be retractable, attached to the primary residence or garage, no longer than 8 feet in length, and closed when not in use. • Collapsible clothes hangers/drying racks shall not be larger than 6 feet in width. Dog Houses • Colors and materials shall complement the primary residence. • Maximum size shall be 4feet x 4feet and not more than 4 feetto the highest point. • Plans for any doghouse over 2 feet in height shall be submitted for DRC approval and shall include the proposed colors, materials and location of the dog house. Dog Runs • Plans for any dog runs shall be submitted for DRC approval. • Dog runs shall be constructed of approved fencing. For more information, see Landscape Design Guidelines section, "Fencing," page 35. • No chain link fencing will be allowed. • Optional wire mesh (2"x 4") may be installed, but shall not extend past the top rail of the fence. DRC approval is required before installation. • Invisible electronic pet fencing is also encouraged as an alternative to fencing. • Dog runs shall be attached to any perimeter fence or the residence and the location shall be as unobtrusive as possible to adjacent properties. • Written neighbor approval is required for side yard placement. • Dog runs shall be limited to a maximum of 150 square feet for most properties. Ode Iin Dynamic displays such as°chasers" are not allowed. Searchlights or any lighting display that creates or causes excessive noise, traffic, light, glare, or any other public nuisance is not allowed. Houses are required to incorporate outlets well -concealed underthe eaves or the porch instead of utilizing visible extensions cords. Pools and Hot Thbs Pools are not allowed. not tubs are not allowed in the Courtyard harmonize with the architectural style of the home and be an im or patio. Special attention shall be given to the safety of d hot to be necessary shall abide by all setbacks and fencing guidelines. ' wrought iron. Hot tubs shall be located in the side or rear yards in such a" public view by a combination of approved fencing and dense( screening. Sensitively design and site hot tubs based upon the following " The size, shape, orientation and siting of hottubs sho achieve a feeling of compatibility with the surrounding landscape. Locate hot tubs away from neighboring properties to minimize noise. Design hot tub equipment enclosures to be architecturally compatible with the home in regards to placement, scale, materials, color and detail. Wading pools not exceeding 18 inches in depth and 10 feet in diameter are allowed on a temporary basis in the rear yard. Hot tubs shall comply with accessory building standards if over 24 square feet or more than 8 feet high. • Plans for any hot tub shall be submitted for DRC review and approval. Refuse Areas and Trash Collection Trash shall not be stored outside of homes permanently. Trash can only beset out after 5 p.m. the day before pick-up and shall betaken in by 7 p.m. the day of pick-up. Site Amenities and Furnishina Site amenities and furnishings may includ s as: benches, trash and recycling receptacles, bike racks, bollards, tree grates, custom railings, trench drains, water features, shelters/gazebos, mailboxes, and art in public places. For exterior lighting styles, see Landscape Design Guidelines section,"Exterior Lighting,"page 39. The site furnishing standards that will be used inreas, including public access easements ^^ nrivata mmnartu „a da^icteed below. Variation a furnishings that are sympathetic th DRC approval. Design and selection should consider visual and the site and the overall development. ards receptacles, bike racks, bollards, tree grates, custom railings, trench ces shall be provided by the Developer. If a site furnishing needs to hould match the current style. intains are allowed and encouraged in public places, as long as the amount of water used is the minimum necessary to achieve the desired effect. Features that spray fine drops high in the air, resulting in large evaporative losses are not appropriate for icon features but may be appropriate for public gathering places that could benefit from the cooling effects of fog jets or fine mist sprays. All water features require DRC approval prior to construction. Shelters Shelters include picnic shelters and pavilions and shall be provided by the Developer in select public parks/open spaces, and their architectural style will reflect the agrarian roots of the site. Mailbox Standards There shall be two types of mailbox systems at Pateros Creek, subject to USPS approval. These will be either grouped mailbox units, or 2 to 4 boxes placed together. Grouped mailboxes shall be located in kiosks in central open spaces and/or conveniently situated "pull-up" locations. Vending Machines and Media Distribution Boxes Vending machines and media distribution boxes are not allowed. Lighting Standards Applicable to All Areas The intent is to provide as minimal lighting as possible throughout the Pateros Creek community, so that wildlife will not be disturbed in natural areas. With that intent in mind, the following requirements pertain to lighting for any area in Pateros Creek: • Photocell -activated or motion -sensor lights are not allowed anywhere in Pateros Creek, as required by the City of Fort Collins' Natural Resource Department for lighting located in proximity to the Poudre River. • All light sources shall be concealed and fully shielded, with full cut-off luminaires, and shall feature sharp cut-off capability so as to minimize up -light, spill -light, glare and unnecessary diffusion on adjacent property. • Per City of Fort Collins code, light levels measured twenty (20) feet beyond the property line of the development site (adjacent to residential uses or public rights -of -way) shall not exceed one -tenth (0.1) foot-candle as a direct result of the on -site lighting. Park, Open Space and Natural Area Lighting Standards Park areas such as the Orchard, Fishing Pond and Community Gardens shall not be lighted. Again, the intent is to leave these areas dark to protect the natural environment so that wildlife will not be disturbed in natural areas and the surrounding neighborhoods will not be impacted near park areas. The Central Lawn shall be lighted with minimal pedestrian scale lighting, to provide security for the central lawn walla. Open space and natural areas adjacerrtto the Poudre River shall not be lighted at night as required by the City of Fort Collins ordinances. Residential Lighting Standards Residential lighting provides safe neighborhood glow, while not intruding on private property with bright and obtrusive lighting. • Street lighting shall be provided by arm -mounted full cut-off luminaires on poles, as required by the City of Fort Collins. • If trees are planted near light poles maintained by the City, the lenses of the luminaires shall not be higher than 16 feet above grade. Coordination with the City is required. • All site lighting shall be designed so that a direct light source is not visible from adjacent properties, rights -of -way or public areas. D e s i 91��x9l,d,e„l i j s Pedestrian -scale lights m*sae located in community areas, to provide a low level of lighting for safety and security purposes. This light, depicted to the right, small meet the following requirements: Fixture shall be the Sternberg Prairie Fixture 1230, Architectural Medium Bronze, hung from a 44 timber cross arm and mounted to a 44 timber post. Timber post shall be 6 feet in height. Yard lights: Courtyard homes shall require the pedestrian - scale light in the "rear"yard facing the internal community, detailed above. The light shall be located within the front yard adjacent to the front yard fence and the walk leading to the front porch. Other homes are not allowed to have pedestrian - Pedestrian -scale Light Standard - Light Fixture on Cross Arm Mounted to a Timber Post. scale pole lights. • For other home types in Pateros Creek, lights at the front porch or garage shall be installed by the Builder. • Incorporate front porch wall lanterns or pendant lights that are decorative and that reflect the architectural style of the home, with translucent or opaque glass. • Flood lighting, sodium vapor, mercury vapor, florescent lighting or other harsh HID light sources shall not be allowed. The use of other than white or pale yellow exterior lights shall require specific approval of the DRC. The DRC requires final approval of the proposed illumination plan. Holiday and Temporary Lighting Standards • The display of Christmas/winter holiday lighting does not require approval and is allowed between Thanksgiving and January 1S. • Seasonal lighting for other holidays may be displayed from 2 weeks prior to 7 days after the holiday. • Any lighting that is temporary in nature by means of cord and plug connection and/or not installed by the National Electric Code is defined as Holiday and Temporary Lighting. • String tree lights are allowed as long as they are low wattage. acrs,ree� Design Guidelines Community Fence Standards The Community fence standard is depicted below, and is required where lots back to open space. The Community fence shall be a maximum of 4 feet in height (to top of top rail). The Community Community Fence Standard- Natural Cedar with Clear Sealant fence standard shall be natural timber, with a clear sealant. Community fencing or fencing installed by a Builder shall not be removed, replaced, painted/ stained a different color or altered, including adding a gate, without DRC approval. Where community fences abut residential lots, welded wire (2"x 4") may be installed on the inside of the fence but the height shall not exceed the top rail. If the Community or Builder fences abuting residential lots are damaged or destroyed, the homeowner shall replace or restore them at the homeowner's expense. Maintenance of the side of a community fence facing into a lot is the homeowner's responsibility. Site Boundary Fence Standard The site boundary fence shall be installed by the Developer and is depicted below. This fencing shall delineate the property boundaries along the Poudre River. Plant Material Fencing It is encouraged that homeowners consider the use of plant material as a living fence. Trees, shrubs, and certain ground cover can be quite effective in screening noise and visual impacts. Plant materials can also be used as borders along fences to provide additional separation and visual interest. Accent/ Retaining Walls Where retaining walls are required, or accent the following requirements. Walls shall be constructed of natural or cull contrast colors or patterns are not allowed. desired to terrace a slope, walls shall meet Stone shall be earth tones, high Interlocking masonry unit walls are not allowed. Landscape timber walls are not allowed. No single wall can exceed 30 inches in height, and where more grade needs to betaken up, a series of walls with planting between the walls shall be used. Walls shall be separated by a minimum of 3 feet or 1 ,� times the height of the wall, whichever is greater. 111110 Don't Do This.. • Interlocking masonry walls are not allowed Do This Natural or cultured stone material is required where walls are needed • In areas with a slope of greater than 3:1, retaining walls shall be constructed. Patio and Courtyard Standards A readily accessible, functional and clearly defined private outdoor space in the rear yard (such as a patio, courtyard or deck) with minimum dimensions of 12 feet by 18 feet shall be provided for each Lakefront, Riverfront and Wood Streetfront home. Exterior Lighting The key to quality exterior lighting is to place light only where it is needed. By not wasting lights, smaller lamp wattages can be utilized to achieve superior effects. The most important result is Picket Fence Standard Options for Courtyard Homes and Front Yards for Lakefront, Riverfront and Picket Fence Standard Option 13 idelinesz�sz Homes, Cont. Picket Fence Standard Option 16 Picket Fence Standard Option 14 Picket Fence Standard Option 17 Picket Fence Standard Option Design Guidelines Picket Fence Standard Options for Courtyard Homes and Front Yards for Lakefront, Riverfront and Wood Streetfront Picket Fence Standard Option 7 Picket Fence Standard Option 8 �. a.._ mmywKIMitt�►' I ta► Picket Fence Standard Option 9 Picket Fence Standard Option 10 IMullllllllllllllllll Picket Fence Standard Option 11 Picket Fence Standard Option 1) MMMWW 11 1.--- --.—-Design Guidelines-t;,eww ,�..,�.e..,,:��. r . ,.....- - . Picket Fence Standard Options for Courtyard Homes and Front Yards for Lakefront. Riverfront and Street Front Homes The following fence standards are depicted with white paint. Note that specific fencing standards and colors for ome is described in the preceding "Landscape Standards for All Types of Homes"section, starting on page 34. L.� Picket Fence Standard Option 1 ' A Picket Fence Standard Option 2 ` Picket Fence Standard Option 3 16, unnm�lils71111i1ii `ii,J lllllll WAU MIN�j&.._i Picket Fence Standard Option 4 Picket Fence Standard Option 5 �'llllllllllll Picket Fence Standard Option 6 IIIII;�� Design Guidelines Courtyard Homes Front/Side Yard Landscape Standards • Front yards are defined as the yards facing the street. • All front yards shall have at least 1 deciduous or ornamental tree per unit. Evergreen trees are not allowed. A variety of shrub species and perennials should also be used to accent the architectural elements of the home and provide visual interest along the street. Each front and side yard combination shall have a minimum of 5 shrubs and 7 perennial or ornamental grasses with a variety of plant species. Fencing: Front and side yard fencing consisting of the same low picket i fencing shall be consistent with one of the Picket Fence Standi 18, see pages 36 - 38. Front and side yard fencing shall be painted white. The same front/side yard fencing style shall not be duplicated homes. Lighting: Pedestrian -scale lights in t For more information, see Standards; page40. rds of the Courtyard homes shall be required. Design Guidelines section,"Residential Lighting Rear Yard Landscape Standards • Rear yards are defined as facing the internal nity space. • Rear yards shall offer at least 1 deciduous or omamental tree and a variety of shrub species and perennials to provide visual interest. Evergreen trees are not allowed. • Care should betaken to provide a harmonious continuation of landscape from one lot to the next where rear yard courtesy zones abut. Fencing: • Rear yard fencing consisting of a low picket fence is required. Picket fencing shall match any front/side yard fencing and shall be consistent with one of the Picket Fence Standard Options 1 through 18, see pages 36 - 38. • Rear yard fencing shall be painted white. • The same rear yard fencing style shall not be duplicated within the courtyard homes. Fencing '� Double fencing of property lines is not allowed. Fe�ices shall be designed and constructed so that drainage patterns are not disrupted: Fence design standards have been created for each type of home and shall be utilizedfiorfencing options. All otherfences require DRC approval. General fence requirementsin&6 the following: • The Communityfence standard is shown on page 39 and is required where lots back to open space. The Community fence standard shall be a maximum of 4 feet in height (to top of top rail). indard shall be natural timber, with a clear sealant. are show on pages 36 - 38. Picket fencing shall be 30 inches in height, ig picket; the majority of primary pickets shall be a minimum of 3 itural timber with a clear sealant or painted white, depending on the `ormation is described in the preceding "Landscape Standards for All starting on page 34. y be installed on the inside of fences, with the height not exceeding or DRC approval. Any fencing installed by the Developer or a Builder shall not be removed, replaced, painted/ stained a different color or altered, including adding a gate, without DRC approval. Privacy fencing is not allowed. Plastic, vinyl, chain link and chicken wire fences are not allowed. Where two different heights of fencing meet, the fencing shall gradually transition to the lower height. Electric fences are not allowed except for buried "invisible" dog containment fences. Where front yard fencing is allowed, fencing may be used as long as sight distance requirements are respected along roadways. Wrought iron safety fencing for pools is allowed but shall be approved by the DRC. Fence Standards for Residences The approved fence standards for homes, where allowed within Pateros Creek, consist of either the Picket Fencing standards or the Community Fence Standard depicted on the following pages. Any fencing installed shall be consistent with these styles. See"Landscape Standards for All Types of Homes,"pages 33 - 35, for the specific type of fencing allowed per type of home. d esign Guidelines t;�Uetxw Riverfront and Wood Streetfront Homes Lakefront Homes General Tree Standard General Tree Standard For any lots along the southern edge of the Pateros Creek community where an existing For any lots along the southern edge of the Pateros Creek community where an existing sanitary sewer exists, no additional trees are allowed to be planted within 10 feet of the sanitary sewer exists, no additional trees are allowed to be planted within 10 feet of the sewer sewer utility. This supersedes any tree planting requirement that follows. ility. This supersedes any tree planting requirement that follows. Front/Side Yard Landscape Standards rrontsside Yard Landscape Standards • All front yards shall have at least 1 deciduous or ornamental tree in addition to street t All front yards shall have at least 1 deciduous or ornamental tree in addition to street trees. • A variety of shrub species and perennials should also be used to accent the architectural variety of shrubs and perennials should also be used to accent the architectural elements of elements of the home and provide visual interest along the street. the home and provide visual interest along the street. Each front/side yard combination shall have a minimum of shrubs and 7 perennial or ornamental grasses with a variety of plant species. Side yards on corner lots shall have a minimum of 7 sh 7 perennials or omamental grasses with a variety of species. Jw Fencing: • Front yard fencing is not required, but if desired, shall be consistent with one of the Picketfenie Standard Options 1 through 18, see pages 36 - 38. • Front yard fencing shall be natural timber, with a clear sealant, or painted white. • Side yard fencing is not required, but if desired, shall consist of the Community Fence Standard, see page 39. This fencing shall be natural cedar with a cleat sealant. • Welded wire (2" x 4") may be installed on the inside of the fence, with prior approval of the DRC. The height of the welded wire shall not exceed the top rail. Rear Yard Landscape Standards Rear yards shall offer at least 1 deciduous or evergreen tree and a variety of shrub species and perennials to provide visual interest. Care should be taken to provide a harmonious continuation of landscape from one lot to the next where rear yard courtesy zones abut. Fencing: • Rear yard fencing is required and shall consist of the Community Fence Standard, see page 39. This fencing shall be natural cedar, with a clear sealant. • Welded wire (2"x 4") may be installed on the inside of the fence, with prior approval of the DRC. The height of the welded wire shall not exceed the top rail. Each front/side yard combination shall have a minimum of S shrubs and 5 perennial or ornamental grasses with a variety of plant species. Fencing: • Front yard fencing is required, but if desired, shall be consistent with one of the Picket Fence Standard Options 1 through 18, see pages 36 - 38. • Front yard fencing shall be natural timber, with a clear sealant, or painted white. • Side yard fencing is not required, but if desired, shall be consistent with one of the Picket Fence Standard Options 1 through 18, see pages 36 - 38, and shall match any front yard fencing. • Welded wire (2"x 4") may be installed on the inside of the fence, with prior approval of the DRC. The height of the welded wire shall not exceed the top rail. Rear Yard Landscape Standards Rear yards shall offer at least 1 deciduous or evergreen tree and a variety of shrub species and perennials to provide visual interest. Care should be taken to provide a harmonious continuation of landscape from one lot to the next where rear yard courtesy zones abut. • Fencing: • Rear yard fencing is not required, but if desired, shall consist of the Community Fence Standard, see page 39. This fencing shall be natural cedar, with a clear sealant. • Welded wire (2"x 4") may be installed on the inside of the fence, with prior approval of the DRC. The height of the welded wire shall not exceed the top rail. 'Atr4 e--tew Design Guidelines Arrangements of plant materials should complement the architecture, accenting entries, framing windows, and providing a setting for the height and mass of the structures. Plant massing to create sheltered outdoor rooms associated with patios, porches, and sitting areas should be considered. Principles of sustainability and xeriscape should be incorporated into selection of materials, design and maintenance of landscapes. entry. Landscape Standards for All Types of Homes In order to insure a consistently pleasant experience for an entire community, the builder is required to provide 100% landscape coverage for the front and side yard transition areas and the associated R.O.W., regardless of their orientation. Front yard and side yard transition areas are defined to Include the following: the arealn front. of the building extending to the street Flow line, including comer areas at comer lots, and the portion of the side yard visible to the general public, and/or in front of side yard fencing connecting two residences. An automatic irrigation system shall be installed by the builder to serve all landscaped areas for all homes. • It is preferable that all planting and irrigation including rear yards be provided by the builder prior to occupancy. If the landscape is completed by the homeowner, the planting and irrigation shall be installed within 60 days from the time landscape operations can be undertaken. Erosion control measures shall be taken prior to planting. • The home builder and homeowner shall comply with all soils reports with respect to landscape installation along the house foundation and tight side yard conditions. • Turf grass is encouraged for aesthetic and functional uses. Where turf is used, the grass shall either be Kentucky bluegrass sod or tall fescue sod. • Turf grass shall not cover more than 70% of the permeable space. This permeable space is separate from the tree lawn. • "Gorilla hair" wood mulch shall be required in all planting beds due to its water retention capabilities; however, rock mulch is allowed only in areas where drainage is a consideration and 2 - 4-inch cobble over filter fabric is recommended for all drainage swales. • Rock or wood mulch is not allowed for use as apfimary landscape design material and a minimum of 80%of all mulched areas shall be covered with living plant materials (when plants are fully maturoe, • Minimum plant sins at time of installation: 2-inch caliper for canopy trees, l.5-inch caliper for ornamen6l trees, 6-foot height for evergreen trees, balled and burlapped, and 5-gallon for evergreen and deciduous shrubs. • For any lots along the southern edge of the Pateros Creek community where an existing sanitary sewer exists, no additional trees are allowed to be planted within 10 feet of the sewer utility. Front yard fences shall be set back a minimum of 2 feet from the sidewalk to allow for a small border of perennial plantings at the edge of the sidewalk. Front Yard Features for All Types of Homes The front yard landscaping is to be created in a manner that animates the streetscape. The intent of this guideline is to create "edges"to define public vs. private spaces and to encourage neighborly interaction and open environments. Any fencing, if allowed, or walls shall be placed outside utility easements and should complement the architectural intent of the home. Front porch railings could be extended out to become low open fences. Side Yards and Side Yard Transition Area Standards for All Types of Homes In recognition that most side yard conditions are not highly visible and for the most part unusable except for drainage, landscape improvements should mitigate undesirable expansive areas of mulch. Side yard transition areas, in contrast, are viewed as an extension of the front yard image and should be treated as such. Rear Yard Features for All Types of Homes Rear yard landscaping encourages the creation of outdoor rooms and private garden areas. These unique areas are placed near the home and use hedges, screens and plantings to create a feel of intimacy and quiet seclusion forthe homeowner. Creative tree groupings designed concurrently with the home lotting create maximum enjoyment for the residents. The following pages represent the residential yard standards for each specific type of home within Pateros Creek. Note that fencing standards for each type of home is described in the following "Fencing" section, pages 35 - 39. All landscape concepts for parcels within Pateros Creek shall be consistent with these Guidelines, as well as with the City of fort Collins ordinances. All residences are required to submit a Landscape Plan. For submittal requirements, see Design Review Process section, page 47. Residential Site Considerations These site improvement standards form the basic visual and planning direction necessary to integrate landscape designs into the natural setting within Pateros Creek. Improvements should minimize disturbance of existing terrain and should not disturb drainage patterns. Respect for adjacent residences is stressed, as is coordination of building massings, material compatibility, sun/shade patterns, indoor/outdoor relationships, and access. The site should be an extension of the home, including outdoor living spaces, with the following design principles encouraged. • The design of such spaces should coordinate with the building construction and design, extending similar materials where feasible, and using creative paving similar in color and texture to the residence (i.e. brick, concrete, pavers, slate, and treated wood). • Edges of residential parcels should blend with neighboring parcels where feasible. • Harsh lines, such as abrupt changes in mulch type or planted material, should be avoided. Residential Landscape Maintenance Standards Homeowners shall maintain their entire lot both seasonally and on a regular basis. Maintenance includes lawn cutting, tree and shrub pruning, removal of weeds and dead plant material, and general removal of trash and lawn debris. Homeowners are responsible for front yard maintenance to the qutter and for backyard maintenance to the alley concrete or rear fence. On -Lot Landscape Character The landscape design of residential lots should provide residents with attractive, interesting, comfortable, useful, and environmentally responsible outdoor living environments. Consider ice to each home to be a succession to increasingly private layers of home, or a gW,coming to visit, i the "public sphere"— the sidewalk — tU L11C N11.a,C space'" —the front door. From the public sidewalk to the front door there are 5 more layers • a border of perennial plantings at the edge of the sidewalk, • a low, welcoming fence with a swinging gate or low, stone terrace wall set back from the walk, • the semi-public front yard, • the frame of the porch with a"perchable"porch railing and flowerboxes, and the porch itself. Example of a good transition from the public sidewalk to the more personal front yard. Example of low, stone terrace walls that can be utilized next to the public sidewalk. Example ofthe"S layersfrom the public sidewalk and low perennial plantings, to the low wall or fence, to the semi- public front yard to the private porch. Design Guideline Proper grading shall be used to facilitate the flow of water from outlet structures and to dissipate its energy. Drop structures shall be designed to be aesthetically pleasing while still achieving energy dissipation characteristics. Sides of all ponds shall be designed with a 4:1 or flatter slope to reduce the possibility of rill and gull erosion on slopes, improve the ability to manage these slopes, and to create wider planting zones for wetland plant species. Employ erosion control fabric or similar erosion control measures on slopes steeper than 6.1 Within the Community Gardens, the following n principles are encouraged: • Standard plots should be carefully designed an, esignated for users. • Plots should include raised beds built with a uniform material. Ample walkways as a gravel path users to • Depending on the water surface elevations and the size of the ponds, most ponds should IJ01111 ehers or th created with some topographic diversity on the bottom including high spots, low areas, and • litigation shou peninsulas of higher ground while maintaining positive drainage to the outlet. rill,, Orchard Aesthetics and Visitor Management .. • The Fishing Pond and detention ponds shall be integrated into the existing land � , e so as not to be a visual intrusion but an enhancement to the topography and an aesthetic amenity. • Open spaces may serve as a trailhead or connections to a larger trailsystem;�p signage and trail map/information at key pedestrian connections. Community Gardens and Orchard Landscape Character Community Gardens The Community Gardens area key feature within the comet (See the page 4 for this area in the Master Plan). Understanding that the aesthetic nature of a community garden may change with the seasons, the landscape surrounding the community gardens should be designed to provide a screen for times with the community gardens are not"in full bloom." Planting beds with shrubs, ornamental grasses and evergreen plantings, in combination with architectural structures, such as trellises and fencing, can provide the intended screening. Entries to the community gardens are an opportunity to provide a higher detailed landscape, with colorful perennials/annuals and ornamental grasses, as well as the possibility of artful gateways. The entries are also an opportunity to help inform and educate the general public about the community gardens; as such, educational signage about the community gardens at entries and other key locations adjacent to the community gardens is encouraged. provided; concrete walks are not required, but a flat surface such mum of 4 feet of clearance is recommended. structure such as a sited should be provided that allows garden ools. This strAure should be designed in an aesthetic manner architectural structures within the community, such as picnic helter near the pool. d that allows garden users to water their plots easily. Character The intent of the Orchard is to be a place where residents can enjoy the fruits of the orchard trees, evoking a more rural and agricultural feel (See the page 4 for this area in the Master Plan). With that in mind, there will be grass planted as the understory, with minimal mowing to maintain that rural character. Paths between the trees will either be mowed more or crusher fines pathways. Landscape surrounding the Orchard should be minimal, with a graceful transition for the surrounding landscape to the Orchard's perimeter. Individual Orchard trees shall be encircled with a wire mesh tree guard, to help keep wildlife away from the fruit trees. The entries to the Orchard are also an opportunity to help inform and educate the residents and general public about the Orchard; as such, educational signage about the Orchard at entries is encouraged. General Residential Landscape On residential lots, when preparing to landscape or when altering existing landscaping, a Landscape Plan is required, and is subject to these Landscape Design Guidelines. Landscaping shall be used in all unpaved areas to frame buildings, buffer parking/service areas and create an aesthetically compatible transition to open space and pedestrian corridors. Because individual home sites vary in landscape character, terrain, views, and features, the Landscape Design Guidelines are written in general terms that define design principles, offer site planning guidelines, and clarify the homeowner's responsibility. Homeowners are required to retain the services of a professional Landscape Architect experienced in site analysis and planning, landscape design, installation and plant materials. with colorful and showy flowers, fall leaf color, winter texture, and grasses that persist through the winter while they provide good wildlife habitat. • Stormwater Function Maintain the primary functions to detention ponds and stream drainages to attenuate floods and improve water quality while creating and improving wildlife habitat. Manage vegetation to insure proper drainage functions are maintained while allowing habitat values to be expressed to the extent possible. Shape Visitor Use Patterns Use available high water tables and stormwater runoff to create opportunities to improve and restore habitat while shaping visitor use patterns to improve the conservation value of the land. Create ecosystems where habitat can be established for interesting wetland plants including American Black Currant, Giant Burreed, Sweet Flag, Tulip Gentian, and other rare and interesting wetland plants. Use these resources to restore tallgrass prairie plant communities and other rare plant communities native to this area. Use waterto wet areas and create denser plant communities that are attractive to wildlife while limiting human presence in these areas. Sense of Place Fit the character and context ofthe site and create a sense of place with the planned habitat modifications. hansWonal Transitional plantings - plantings - grasses and grasses and riparian riparian plantings plantings More ornamental "Riparian' More ornamental plantings at edge of species - plantings at edge of detention area: turf no turf grass detention area; turf gross allowed D� allowed "gross allowed s n sign Guidelines yraXy General Design Considerations Create unique opportunities for diversity by making flat areas more topographically diverse by creating a variety of slopes, aspects, and depths to groundwater. Plant forbs, shrubs, or trees that compete better in these environments less suitable for grasses and grass -like plants, which generally dominate and out -compete other plants in flat areas. Combine these techniques to create an array of diverse soils and exposures for plants and animals to thrive. Use appropriate native plant materials from the closest ecotypes available in the seed and plant market (e.g., Western Native Seed, Pawnee Buttes Seed Company, Arkansas Valley Seed). Open space and natural areas shall be planted with native or regionally adopted plant materials, and be primarily non -irrigated. Only trees and shrubs that are not expected to receive enough irrigation water through natural precipitation will be irrigated. Temporary irrigation systems for the establishment of grasses are allowed for up to 3 years. The Fishing Pond and drainage and detention areas shall also be planted with native or regionally adopted plant materials, and be primarily non -irrigated. Turf is discouraged as a plant material for detention areas. General Wildlife Considerations If possible, open channel drainage into the detention ponds shall be used to facilitate habitat connectivity and reduce culvert maintenance issues. Oversize culverts to facilitate flood flow conveyance, wildlife movement through the structures and easier access for maintenance. Design the Fishing Pond and detention ponds to the extent possible with positive grades to the outlet to limit mosquito production. Fallen logs, old tree trunks, or large limbs can be added to the Fishing Pond and detention ponds to provide perching sites for birds, basking areas for reptiles and amphibians, loafing sites for waterfowl and add structural habitat elements to the detention basin. These need to be anchored to the bottom so that when water is in the basin they do not float and clog outlet structures. Sedimentation, Erosion and Water Flow Critical flow areas, especially at inlets and outlets where erosion is possible, shall be planted with wetland plugs and/or should be armored with permanent turf reinforcement mats as a substitute for at -grade riprap. Riprap may be used below -grade in certain situations, but shall be limited on the surface to achieve a more natural appearance at the ponds and to improve water quality. esian Guidelines Street Tree and Tree Lawn Standards "Tree lawns" are defined as the planting bed between the sidewalk and the back of curb. One tree shall be provided by the homeowner per 40 lineal feet of public right-of-way in the tree lawn and shall be irrigated. Trees shall be a minimum of 2-inch caliper, per the City of Fort Collins standards. It is preferred that tree lawn areas shall be planted with Kentucky bluegrass sod or tall fescue sod. A combination of low shrubs, perennials and/or ornamental grasses is also acceptable. At a minimum, rock or wood mulch is not allowed for use as a primary landscape design material and a minimum of 80% of all mulched areas shall be covered with living plant materials (when plants are fully mature). Any plantings in the tree lawn shall be irrigated. Per the City of Fort Collins Natural Resources Department's requirements for street trees in proximity to the Poudre River, only certain types of tree species shall be allowed as street trees. See the Pateros Creek Recommended Plant List for this list (Appendix A, pageAdahk Park, Open Space and Natural Area Landscape Character In locations where significant features occur such as shelters, major entries, and special public use areas, an ordered arrangement of plant materials should mark the event. This will demonstrate a conscious effort to organize the materials into an aA' 1 expression. These landscape features provide obvious of more ornamental landscape at a park contrast to the natural forested setting and along withentry. the architecture, create a memorable experience. Parks Parks within Pateros Creek include the Community Green and the Community Gathering Area adjacent to the Orchard (See page 4 for these areas in the Master Plan). Pavilions, play areas and structures, gardens and other amenities will be determined on a case -by -case basis. Parks inherently have more irrigated turf grass than other landscape types because of the activities they provide and the large number of people they need to accommodate. General park design principles include, but are not limited to, the following: Large areas of irrigated turf should be consolidated, to both provide for large gatherings and informal play areas as well as to centralize high water irrigation zones. • Because of the high volume of foot traffic parksieceive, turf shall be Kentucky bluegrass. Tall fescue sod shall not be used in park areas as it chmot be maintained in such recreational areas. • Higher detailed landscape suchasornamental trees, perennials/annuals, ornamental grasses and shrubs should beggided at entries and surrounding park amenities, to emphasize these special features • Plantin rubs, ornamental grasses, and evergreen plantings should be utilized to screen hi reas from adjacent lots. However, if a highly used area is locate adjacent to a more nat area, such as the Community Gathering Area, carefully integrate a more naturalized p aiding scheme in relationship to the more refined surrounding landscape. • Provide a natural transition of the landscape plantings from the more refined park landscape to any adjacent natural open spaces. • Screen refuse/trash collection with landscape plantings. • Provide ample seating with options for shade adjacent to high use areas. e1 Parks may serve as a trailhead or connections to a larger trail system; provide trail signage and `trail map/information at key pedestrian connections. Open Space and Natural Areas Open space and natural areas within Pateros Creek include the open space and trail corridors adjacent to the Poudre River and trail as well as the Fishing Pond (See page 4 forthese areas in the Master Plan). A more naturalized planting scheme should be utilized in these areas, to provide a seamless transition to the natural riparian setting. Open Space and Natural Area Goals and Objectives: Plant and Animal Diversity Create and protect habitat for a diverse array of plants and animals, particularly birds, butterflies, amphibians, as well as protect and restore the riparian habitat and rare wetland plants where possible. Aesthetic Appeal: Create a beautiful landscape that open space visitors alike will enjoy and appreciate without sacrificing its value for wildlife and plant habitat. Increase the amount of shade and resting areas along trails open spaces while providing habitat for wildlife and viewing opportunities for trail users. Use plant species that maintain their beauty in a variety of seasons, such as species Landscape Area Treatment Standards • All planting beds adjacent to the building exterior shall be least 5 feet wide, with only drip irrigation allowed within 5 feet of the foundation. • Turf grass is encouraged for aesthetic and functional uses but shall not make up more than 70%of the permeable space. • Rock or wood mulch cannot be used as a primary landscape design material and a minimum of 80%of all mulched areas shall be covered with living plant materials (when plants are fully mature). • "Gorilla hair" wood mulch, dark brown, shall be required in all planting beds due to its water retention capabilities; however, rock mulch is allowed in areas where drainage is a consideration and 2-4-inchcobble over !�Tfabfidendedforakdrain Plant Material Standards All plant materials (trees, shrubs, groundcover, grasses, etc.) shall be high ursery s suitable for Larimer County growing conditions, and shall be in accordance merican Association of Nurserymen specifications for Number One Grade. Use of plants from gist ofthe Pateros k Recommended Plant List (See Appendix A) is encouraged and in some instances, certain plant species are prohibited so as not to detrimentally impactthe Poudre River Riparian Corridor. Any deviation from the Pateros Creek Recommended Plant List needs to be approved in writing by the DRC. Water wise planting techniques are strongly encouraged. Tree Pesticide Standards The only allowed pesticide used on all trees within Pateros Creek shall be Bt (or Bacillus thuringinesis), per the City of Fort Collins' Natural Resouces Department's requirements for trees located in proximity to the Poudre River. Bt is an environmental -friendly treatments appear safe for people and pets, specific in their action, and effective when used correctly. Irrigation Standards Automatic irrigation systems with rain sensors are required for all landscapes. All systems shall be designed to minimize overspray and water waste. Systems which conserve water, such as drip irrigators are encourage-k Any irrigation installed by the Developer shall not be modified by a builder or homeowner. For residential lots, it is recommended that homeowners create a complete landscape irrigation plan for their lot, preferably designed by landscape irrigation specialist. Soil Amendment Standards Soil amendments to condition and tighten soil and improve moisture retention are often recommended in areas where intensively managed plantings will be used. Most native plants, however, will establish well without extensive use of soil amendments; in particular, application of nitrogen should be avoided. Specific fertilizers and other nutrients should be incorporated only based on results of specific site soil tests. Local nurseries as well as the local extension are good resources for advice and recommendations on soil amendments. A standard rule of thumb for soil amendment is 4 cubic yards of amendment for every 1,000 square feet of landscaped area. This is then roto-tilled to a depth of 6 to 8 inches into the existing soil. Recommended soil conditioners may include well -rotted, aged, heat -treated manure or organic compost. Mulch and Landscape Edging Standards To discourage weed growth and to unify, the appearance of planting areas shrub and/or perennial beds shall be mulched. Wood mulches such as the"gorilla hair" mulch prevent weed growth, retain soil moisture and eventually breakdown to provide organic matter for soil conditioning. Wood mulch shall be a minimum of 4 inches in depth. Marble chips and lava rock are not allowed as decorative mulch. On residential lots, similar mulch types and colors shall be used throughout the front, side, and rear yards to avoid mixed color and texture palettes. It is preferred that all mulched areas adjacent to turf grass to be bordered by a rolled -top steel edger, though rock edging is allowed. Single trees or shrubs planted in turf do not need to be surrounded by edger. Loose plastic and concrete edging are not allowed. Landscape timbers shall only be allowed for raised gardens, with prior review and approval from the DRC. esign Guideline Landscape Design Guidelines General The overall landscape concept for Patents Creek is based on the desire to create a landscape that is livable, attractive, comfortable, and complimentary to the natural and man-made elements within the community. The history of the site as Hart's Gardens will be emphasized, where homeowners will enjoy community gardens along with fruit orchards filled with apples, cherries, and much more. Incorporating as much "edible" landscape into the functional landscape is encouraged. Another goal is to maximize contiguous open space and cultivate Riparian Forest environment which contributes to the overall ecological health of the Poudre River Corridor. Landscapes should also be designed to aesthetically blend naturally with the forested setting as well as blending ecologically by using plant species appropriate to this riparian environment. Along development edges, majorstreets, in parks, open space and natural areas and on properties where there are large landscape areas, the landscape will imitate the natural patterns, with large informal group ngsoftrees, shrubs and"groundcover" (herein defined as perennials, annuals and ornamental` grasses). In high activity areas of parks and pedestrian areas, the landscape is defined by a more refined character, with uniform placement of deciduous shade and ornamental trees, shrubs, groundcover and turf panels. Plant materials should be massed and placed to provide variety and focal points at strategic locations such as entries to parks and other high pedestrian activity areas. In keeping with the agrarian"roots"of the Pateros Creek property, large swathes of ornamental grasses and broad sweeps of flowers in meadows are encouraged, with the intent to mimic a "plains and meadows" landscape character. Xenscape plants that are both colorful and appropriate to the Northern Colorado climate should be selected. 110 All development, whether a community landscape or on residential lots, should demonstrate adherence to the following landscape design principles: • Design to provide an attractive, comfortable environment for users while minimizing maintenance needs, irrigation water requirements and the use of herbicides and pesticides. • Design landscapes to create a naturalized appearance. Use plant materials that are indigenous to Northern Golbrado and specifically a riparian environment where possible. (See the %onimencled Plant List in Appendix A, page 53). Creek falls within a high plains environment. Do not rely solely on an irrigation system water to high water -requiring plants. Use environmentally -friendly, "green" materials where possible. • Group planrmterials of similar water needs to maximize the efficiency of applied irrigation. • Where natural soils are not of high quality, improve soil structure by the addition of composted organic material. Design and manage irrigation systems to achieve peak efficiency. Grading and Erosion Control Standards Planting beds shall not exceed a 4:1 slope and will be 50%covered with plant material by the end of the first growing season. Maximum 4:1 slopes for areas that require mowing. In areas with a slope of greater than 3:1, retaining walls shall be constructed. In certain circumstances, native turf(established by seeding) and turf sod (bluegrass or fescue) can also be used in areas where the slope exceeds 3:1, subject to DRC approval. Open areas not covered with seed, sod, or plants shall be covered by a minimum 4-inch depth of wood or rock mulch, to reduce soil moisture loss and moderate soil temperatures. During and subsequent to all site construction, techniques to control site erosion and to protect adjacent properties are mandatory and shall conform to the requirements of the local jurisdiction. Techniques include the use of sedimentation basins, filtration materials, such as straw bales or permeable geotextiles, and slope stabilization fabrics or tacking agents. American Foursquare Architectural Style American Foursquare, also known as Classic Box, or Builder Style, typically is a two-story "box' with similar dimensions with both width and length of the main house, typically 28 feet to 32 feet wide. The roof is usually a moderate pitch with a front facing hipped or gable roof dormer. Dormer are often on the side roofs as well. The porches are typically the full width of the house and have a low-pitched hipped or gable roof. The front facing window fenestration was typically symmetrical in layout with 4 areas of large single or paired double hung windows. There are many subtypes of style including Colonial Revival, Bungalow, and Prairiv&,, Design .1,d,elines _ . 1_q rey� lowAmerican Foursquare Features • Square Box Proportion • Walls are Divided Either at the Second Floor or 2/3 from the Base with a Dominate Horizontal Trim Board often Delineating Different Siding Materials 16 to 18-inch Overhangs Common with Longer Overhangs at Bungalow Subtypes Often have Corbel Detailing at the Bottom Face of Roof Soffits or Exposed RafterTaiis at Bungalow Subtypes Symmetrical Treatment of Window Grouping on the Primary Front Fa4ade Entry DoorTypically in the Middle of the Primary Front Fa4ade Front Facing Hipped or Gabled Roof Dormers with Some Instances of Side -facing Dormers Front Porches are Typically Full Width with Low -Pitched Hipped or Gable Roofs Examples of American Foursquare architectural style xeh�rce� Design Guidelines Colorado Farmhouse Architectural Style In Pateros Creek, this style expresses a refined farmhouse character. Simple, understated forms with high-pitched roofs, moderate overhangs, and board -and -batten siding typically express this style. Simple porch columns with more ornate porch railings are also associated with the Colorado Farmhouse style. Coluse Features Vertical Roof and Building Forms High Pitched Gable Roof Forms with Exposed Rafter Tails Simple Vernacular Style Gable and Cross Gable Roof Forms Roofs Punctuated by Habitable Dormers Ample Covered Porch with Square Entry Columns and Railings Vertically Proportioned Windows Often Grouped Together in Pairs and Triple Units Vertical Board -and -Batten Siding or Narrow Exposure Horizontal Lap Siding Examples of Colorado Farmhouse architectural style Design Guidelines MOIR Craftsman/Bungalow Architectural Style Craftsman/Bungalow Features The Craftsman/Bungalow style brings together aspects of several traditional American home • Horizontal Lines ome Vertical Elements exteriors. For Pateros Creek, encouraged styles are those that demonstrate a refined, high • Mixture of Siding Types plains character. The homes should combine low -slung massing and a front porch, and create "Individual Tall Windows with Grids Often Grouped Together in Pairs and Triple Units charm through the use of materials, decorative features, and window shapes. Gable roofs with Smaller Square Windows Franking Chimneys outrigger detailing and dormers, distinctive porch columns, which are frequently tapered with Low to Moderately Pitched Gable Roof Forms with Exposed RafterTails a base of battered stone, and crafted porch railings are also associated with the Crafstman/ aired Covered Porches with Square orTapered Masonry Columns Bungalow style. Window styles vary but are generally simple in shape a " corporate jecting Beams, Knee -Style Brackets, Corbels and Roof Bracing with Barge Rafters and clerestory or transom glass. posed Rafter Tails ttered Lower Wall Elements and Porch Column Pilaster Bases of Forms are Typically Double or Front Facing Gables, Side Gabled, Cross Gable with Front and Read Facing Dormers or Front Facing Gable with Intersection Side Gable at Corner Lots and Hipped Roofs although not as Common. Typical Designed as a 1-1/2-Story with Dormers at Upper Level vs. a Full 2nd-story. Front Porch and Columns are Dominate Feature at the Front Elevation • Pergolas • Side Bay Windows Design Guidelines Approved Architectural Styles Cottage Architectural Style The Cottage style blends a number of architectural styles to create a simple yet classic American home. Typically modest, cozy dwellings, Cottages may feature a prominent chimney or welcoming front porch and typically incorporate the use of natural building materials including stone, brick and wood. The roof of a Cottage can be pitched to either steep or gentle slope and may include multiple gable ends or may remain hipped in nature. The unique character of the Cottage form stems from the quality of materials used and careful attention to detail. The Garden Cottage may include informal landscape elements into the design. The use of traditional materials is common in the Garden Cottage, along with the incorporation of dense plantings, mixing both ornamental and edible plants. Paths, arbors and fences constructed of natural building materials are a prominent feature to round out die design ofbarden Cottage. Cotte-e Features Familiar Home Design which May Look Like It has Been Added to over Time Single or Multiple Detailed Pitched Gable End Roof Lines Full or Parti"01Roofs with Gentle Pitch Variety dfNow Types May include BayWindows or Habitable Dormer Windows One or Two -Stories Typical hit Porch with Humble Railing and Columns Supporting Roof Overhang Examples of Cottage architectural style Brick orWood Design Chimneys Chimneys should relate in form and material to the primary structure. • Typically chimneys should be constructed of stone masonry, with cut stone or copper flue caps. Cantilevered chimneys are not allowed. Fireplace, furnace and stove flues should attempt to be consolidated and fully enclosed within one chimney. Integrating mechanical/plumbing roof vents into chimney stacks is encouraged to minimize the visual impact of roof appurtenances. All exposed metal flues or pipes shall be enclosed by the chimney cap or painted to match the approved roof color. Garages mney integrates well with the j The garage should not be showcased or the mostgrominent ele a home design. The garage should blend in with the home and enhance thecurb appeal. One strategy that may be used to create a harmonious balance between the garage and the home could be to pull architectural elements from your home to replicate on the garage door, including: • Matching the garage door to the front door in both style and color. • Matching the garage door to the style or feel of the house. • Utilize appropriate sized, decorative trim that matches the window trim of the house. • Providing visual interest by recessing the door a minimum of 4 inches and/or incorporating architecturally detailed windows or a wood door. Example of garages with architectural details, such as deep recesses, overhead trellises, wood doors and trim, that provide visual interest siu..n fi,uid dunes 4r4u Incorporating a tre6 hang above the garage, which can do much in the way of softening thsAmpmoading garage door. Per the ' 'its Land Use Code, garages must be recessed behind the front fagide or n 4 the garage door shall not exceed SO% of the linear front footage of 6 inches. buildings shlWve numbers displaying the address with letters no taller than be mounted directlyto the house. and Character While no specific architectural style is required to be constructed within Pateros Creek, architecture that reflects the traditional styles associated with a "Cottage Garden" community, typically of the"Cottage" character is required. Homes are required to be one of the following architectural styles: Cottage, Crafstman/Bungalow, Colorado Farmhouse, and American Foursquare. Each of these architectural styles is compatible and in harmony with the natural setting of the site. They also encourage diversity from one another to enhance the atmosphere of a diverse and visually attractive community. Because of the agricultural and "market gardening" history of the property, the "Cottage" style is the signature style of the community. Example of appropriate architectural styles for the Pateros Creek community. Architectural styles not reflective of a "Cottage" character shall not be allowed within Pateros Creek, including but not limited to the following: Spanish, Tuscan, Mediterranean, Territorial, Santa Fe, Cape Cod, Victorian or Plantation styles. The following pages represent the typical Approved Architectural Styles for Pateros Creek. re, .; Design Guidelines and safety for many. Minimize the length of these handrails as much as possible, preferably to 12 inches, to improve the appearance of the ramp and to not provide an obstacle for others. For any ramps in place for longer than 6 months, detailing and landscaping shall be required. All ramps that do not extend to the ground shall include high -quality detailing that extends to the ground. For more information on lattice, see Residential Architectural Design Guidelines section, "Porches," page 18. Shrubs and other plantings shall be planted around the ramp to soften the appearance of the ramp as much as possible. Materials h Ramps shall be constructed of pressure -treated vrrfod or a manufactured decking products, such as Trex,® concrete or metal. Trex, while more expensive than wood, has the advantage of not requiring finishing and may be more slip resistant. Plywood decking for ramps is not allowed. Finishes All wood ramps shall be painted or stained to match or complement the home's exterior. All metal ramps shall be painted to match or complement the colors of the existing house. Concrete ramps may be stained an earth -tone color. Construction and Scale Any ramp will become dangerous when wet, or when covered with leaves, ice, or snow. Finishes Balance the size and appearance of ramps by using suitably scaled materials that are compatible may help decking surfaces be less prone to slipping and sliding hazards if slip resistant additives with existing trim styles and consistent with local building code requirements. It has become are used. Stains can include add -in textured particles. Non -slip treads may be added to ramps. commonplace to use nominal, 2-inch thick decking (2"x 4" 2%6,or2% 80) on porches, stairs the full content of the Residential Architectural Design Guidelines section, starting on page decks, and ramps. These boards have the advantage of beinglurdy and can reducetffe numbe . 12, for specific information about materials, color palette and design details. of joists or stringers that are required. Unfortunately, this size of lumber also has a massive ;; look and feel that is out of proportion to many homes Ramps using large decking lurtili WQok " B:austr:ulcs over -engineered. A good compromise is 5/4"material (such as 5/4" x 6; which is really 1"thick Design decorative balustrades composed of stone, milled wooden shapes, wrought iron, or and 51k"wide) that has some of the structural advantages of the larger stock but is scaled more other ornamentation that reflects the architectural style of the home. appropriately for homes. Create ample balustrade posts which include a distinct base, shaft, and capital. Design staircases, including posts, handrails and treads, of similar materials as the main Vertical supports shall be no larger than 4%4,"stringers no larger than 2" x 8,"and decking no structure. larger than 2"x 6"In addition, most ramps in single-family residential settings need no more than 36 to 42 inches of dear space between the handrails. Lack of rails, lattice detailing below the ramp, architecture ��yi�ya and surrounding landscaping detract from the Landscape softens the appearance of therarnO110 House Lighting • Incorporate front porch wall lanterns or pendant lights that are decorative and that reflectthe architectural style of the home, with translucent or opaque glass. • Photocell -activated or motion -sensor lights are notallowed. • Houses shall be required incorporate outlets well -concealed under the eaves or the porch, to avoid homeowners utilizing visible extensions cords for holiday lights. • Courtyard homes shall include a pedestrian -scale light at the intersection of the"rear"yard (facing the internal community space) fence and sidewalk, in the interior of the yard. • For specific lighting standards, see Landscape Design Guidelines section, "Residential Lighting Standards," page 39. Create covered deck roofs of similar roof cladding and complementary roof pitches, designed to harmonize with the main structure. Deck Supports • Design deck supports that are generous, reflecting the architectural style of the home. • Supporting deck posts shall meet the following minimum requirements: • Single column:10 inches in diameter, or Post: 8 inches square • Grouped posts (two or more): minimum 6 inches square each • Grouped posts shall not include a visible steel post. Grouped posts shall also be separated a minimum of 4 inches. Stone piers: 24 inches at the base. Materials: — Posts: dimensional timber or wood posts with built out trim on all 4 sides. Piers: brick, stone, cultured stone or stucco Accessible Ramps Forthose with disabilities or mobility problems, usmg a conventionally constructed home entrance with stairs can be hard or impossible. Forthese households, it may be necessary to construct a "stepkss"entrance, such as a ramp, as an alternative. The intent of these guidelines is to provide general guidelines to help design attractiveand safe ramps. Unattractive -looking ramps detract from a home's appearance, may reduce Its market appeal, and may discourage others from considering needed ramps. In other instances, ramps have been built unsafely with steep inclines, slippery surfaces, or inadequate railings. There are creative ways to produce a safe amp that will blend into the overall design of a home on its site. These design guidelines for ramps are not intended to override any applicable Federal, State of Colorado, Latimer County or City of Fort Collins codes or ordinances. Key requirements in these applicable codes may cover maximum ramp slope, minimum width, and landing sizes. In addition, ramps, as with all construction projects, shall stay within the setback as determined in the current Citv of Fort Collins code. Example of a well -designed ramp with appropriate detailing below the deck (though landscaping is required to additionally enhance the ramp appearance). Slope and Traditional i ramp slop& dHficultto wheel up of For this reason a slope where possible. !Mall for a maximum many people struggle ps because they find it in walking balance. pe is recommended Limit continuous runs of ramoMoid long and tiring climbs. Periodic level areas between slopes will allow for resting and maneuvering. Try to fit ramps into compact and cost effective shapes. In addition to straight ramps, ramps may be L-shaped, switch back, and U-shaped. Limitations on space and constrained starting and ending points may require changes of Example of a ramp well -integrated into a deck direction. Provide level platforms at all turns to allow with appropriate use of ramp deck material. easy and safe maneuvering. Location Ramps shall be routed in a way that will result in the shortest length possible by taking advantage of high points on the existing site grade. The placement of a ramp will usually depend upon the location of a home's entrance, the location of parking, and the slope of the site. Pick a location that results in the shortest ramp possible. Level sites aren't always best. Use the rise in elevation of the ground to cut ramp length and massing. A 20-foot long ramp on level ground can become a 12-foot long ramp if you are able to take advantage of 8 inches of rise on the site. Consider using a back or side entrance to take advantage of beneficial slopes. Design Details Matching a home's style and construction materials can help a ramp blend into the surroundings. Ramps shall include balusters and vertical rails, and shall match in style that of the existing architecture or porch. Use the ramp as an opportunity to add a larger deck or sitting area near the doorway. This will help the ramp become a part of a larger appealing project. Handrails that extend beyond the top and bottom of stairs and ramps provide greater stability y CIft Design Guidelines On all porches, the area located underneath shall be enclosed with high -quality lattice detailing. The floor elevation of the porch will vary depending on the house type and/or setback, per the following requirements. For Courtyard homes, the floor elevation of the front porch facing the street shall be a minimum of 18 inches and a maximum of 30 inches above grade. For Courtyard homes, the elevation of the porch facing the internal community space shall be a minimum of 18 inches and a maximum of 24 inches above grade. For Lakefront, Riverfront and Wood Streetfront homes, the portion of the house' closest to the facing street shall be considered the setback measurement. * For these homes setback between 20 and 35 feet from the curb, the elevatio of the porch shall be a minimum of 24 inches and a maximum of 30 inches above grade. � * For these homes setback more than 35feet rof' mthecurb,theelevationofthe porch shall be a minimum of 32julluand a maximum of 36 inches above grade. All porch columns (brick, stone, culWk stone or stucco) shall extend beyond the porch down to grade, and the concrete column can be exposed as long as that exposure matches the same height as the exposed foundation of the rest of the house (wfth the maximum amount of exposed foundation 8 inches above grade). All porches require some type of open railing. Solid pordrVva�l's are not allowed. Don't Do This Lack of lattice detailing below the porch Porch columns do not extend to grade Stairs poorly integrate with porch High quality lattice detailing and trim below the porch Porch columns extend gracefully to grade Stairs integrate well with porch • A terminating or engaged column, where thep�ch meets the house, shall be required. A house si porch railing cannot terminate at the • The porch size shall be dependent on the type of home, per the following requirements. For Lakefront, Riverfront and Wood Streetfront homes, the porch shall be a minimum of 120 square feet in area. For Lakefront, Riverfront and Wood Streetfronthomes, the porch shall be a minimum depth of 8 feet (as measured from the building fagde to the posts, railings and spindles) and a minimum length of 12 feet. 9 to 10 feet wide by 12 feet in length is preferred, to allow the porch to serve as a comfortable and functional outdoor living space with enough room for chairs and possibly an eating table. urtyard homes, the porch facing the internal community space shall be a um of 100 square feet in area. This porch shall be a minimum depth of 8 feet easured from the building fa4ade to the posts, railings and spindles) and a minimum length of 12 feet. For Courtyard homes, the porch facing the street shall be a minimum of 72 square feet in area. This porch shall be a minimum depth of 6 feet (as measured from the building fa4ade to the posts, railings and spindles) and a minimum length of 12 feet. Decks • A readily accessible and functional rear deck with minimum dimensions of 12 feet by 18 feet shall be provided for each lakefront, Riverfront and Wood Streetfront home, with the following exception: For any lots along the southern edge of the Pateros Creek community where an existing sanitary sewer exists, no rear decks are allowed to be built over the sewer. • Integrate rear elevated decks into the fabric of the home. Rear decks should not appear as "tacked -on" afterthoughts. • Orient decks so as not to "overlook" neighboring patios, pools, spas and hot tubs. • Balconies and decks shall not cover more than 25% of the backyard area. • On all elevated balconies and decks, materials exposed to view shall be permanently painted or stained to complement the color scheme of the residence. Railings should be translucent in character and allow light and view to pass through the balusters or pickets. Finely crafted wood or metal railings are encouraged. Paint or stain all deck elements such as balustrades, railings, columns, posts and staircases to match the main structure. Deck elements shall not be left to weather naturally. • Use simulated divided lites in lieu of applied window grids for all decorative muntin patterns in the upper and lower sashes. • Tall orientated individual and grouped windows shall be double hung or casement. Small .punched" square windows are to be awning or casement. Skylights, Solar Tubes and Solar Panels Skylights, solar tubes and solar panels shall be reviewed and approved by the DRC. All solar/ photo -voltaic collectors must mounted flush upon the roof. Columns, Posts, and Masonry Piers Columns Design box columns that are substantial, reflecting the a hrtectural style of the upon the following requirements: • Shape: Square or battered. Round columns are not • Minimum size:12 inches square • Material: Wood or built uo with anoroved trim Masonry Pi Create masonry pi at are based upon the following req • Shape: Square or battered. • Minimum size: 30 in batter at top to 24 inch • Material: Brick, stone, cull May stone or stucco. • Crown brick, stone, cultured stone or stucco piers with a masonry cap. "Floating" piers on exposed concrete footings is not allowed. Instead, brick, stone, cultured stone or stucco piers shall extend beyond the porch down to grade, and the concrete column can be exposed as long as that exposure matches the same height architectural style of the home, Masonry piers extend to the ground plane. as the exposed foundation of the rest of the house (with the maximum amount of exposed foundation 8 inches above grade). Design Guidelines r_*16_4XI Posts Design posts that are generous, reflecting the architectural style of the home, based upon the following requirements: Shape: Square. Minimum size: Single post: flinches square Grouped posts (two or more): minimum 6 inches square each " Grouped posts shall not include a visible steel post. Grouped posts shall also be separated a minimum of inches. Material: Dimensional timber or wood posts with built out trim on all 4 sides. Posts can be used in combination with brick, stone, cultured stone or stucco piers. As appropriate, provide ornamental cap and base trim. Add decorative brackets designed to complement the architectural style of the home. For deck supports, see information below in "Balconies, Porches, Decks and Railings." Balconies, Porches, Decks and Railings Balconies and porches are required in Pateros Creek residential areas. For the Courtyard homes, a porch on both side of the house - facing the street and facing the internal community space- is required. When properly located with regard to solar exposure, they can provide an extension of the living space into the outdoors. The design of balconies and porches should be carefully integrated into the design of the building and fit proportionately to the mass they extend from. Consideration should also be given to other environmental factors such as snow and wind exposure. Post -production construction of front yard patios and balconies within Pateros Creek is strongly discouraged. Porches All Lakefront, Riverfront and Wood Streetfront homes require a front porch, which will face the street. All the Courtyard homes also require a small porch that orients to the street, as well as a larger, more usable porch that faces the internal community lawn space. All porches shall meet the following minimum requirements. • Make the porch apart of the entrance, connected to the yard and in full view of the street or publicwalkway. • Locating porch slabs directly on -grade is not allowed; instead elevate porches above grade to Compose the base of heavier stone, brick or stucco materials to express mass and stability. The maximum amount of exposed foundation shall be 8 inches above grade. Foundation walls 8 inches or more above finished grade must be veneered, preferably with stone or brick although stained and patterned concrete may be allowed. On sloping sites, foundation walls should step down a maximum of 6 inches with the contours to avoid high retaining walls or large areas of exposed foundation wall. To the furthest extent possible, building foundations should be designed to link with site or retaining walls for continuity. Site -specific geo-technical reports are required for each residential property. .0 Doors and Windows Generally, deeply recessed and articulated doorways and windows are desirable. Careful consideration should be given to the size, number and placement ofwindows to achieve an effective counterpoint to wall surfaces. • Doors and windows should respond, not ventilation, but should also be given eq elevations. Provide doors and windows that architectural style of the home. Reflective glass is not allowed. Doors Use hinged exterior doors for all doors visible public view. Incorporate windows into the front door. If windows are not incorporated in the door, add sidelights to increase security. Provide front doors that are decorative. Use desired access, location, daylight or Doors and windows reflect the architectural style of the home. ornamentation such as recessed or grooved panels, windows, arched -tops, hardware, or other ornate elements. Windows • Window frame cladding is allowed as long as the color is compatible with other elements of the building. Provide windows that are vertical in orient with the vertical dimension being greater than, or equal to, the horizontal dimens Use a series of"ganged or grouped"windows with trim in between, in combination, rather than unrelated individuakwindows of different sizes and shapes. Multiple window units, transoms and divided lights are encouraged to bring down the scale and mass of large expanses of glazing. If multi -L& window units are being utilized, traditional or modern livid fights shall be used for functional and aesc reasons in lieu of windows with"snap-in grilles." These types ofwindows have a better appearance from the exterior and are in keeping with the desired architectural character. Tritaindogr; i ings with trim 4-inch wide with use of projecting sloped sills and decorative molding. Windows shall be constructed of wood, aluminum- Multiple window units and appropriately sized clad wood, aluminum -extruded, vinyl -clad, trim enhance the appearance of the home. fiberglass or ornamental metals. Steel windows are not allowed without specific approval of the DRC. In order to realize the most aesthetic residential design possible, garage doors shall adhere to the guidelines within this section. Don't Do This Example of unrelated individual windows of different sizes and shapes. Do This Example of well -placed windows wtih compatible shapes and sizes. Architectural Design Elements Roofs Roofs are a prominent visual element which will provide a strong unifying vocabulary between the residences of Pateros Creek. The incorporation of simple arrangements of primary and secondary roof forms, moderate roof pitch, dormers and a limited palette of material and color will achieve this continuity. • In order to keep the visual presence of the roof to a minimum, the roof shall be comprised of primary and secondary roof planes. • The composition, scale and proportion of secondary roofs shall be co h the primary roof form. • Locate upper -story roof planes generally centered on the building mass, with smaller lower -roof pr _ occurring toward the outer perimeter of ttte home. • Design roof profiles that break up boxy roof shapes. Articulate expansive roof surfaces with gable ends, roof dormers, and cupolas, to add variety and visual interest. _ • Roof dormers shall be functional, providing daylight Roof comprised ofpdmary and secondarymof into the interior of the home. nlAnpc Acceptable roofing materials shall consist of pre -patina or non -reflective metal, concrete tiles, slate or vitreous clay tile and dimensional composition asphalt/fiberglass shingles. If using asphalt/fiberglass shingles, dimensional singles shall be required. Integrate roof gutters and downspouts into the design of the home, appearing as a continuous architectural element. All roof materials and color require approval of the DRC. Roof Pitches Design roof pitches that are consistent with the architectural style of the home. • Flat roofs are not allowed as a primary roof element, but maybe approved as a secondary roof form for entries or other signature elements. • Provide primary roof pitches based on the following requirements: Cottage: 3:12 —10:12 Design.Gu�ldelinesz�nto Colorado Farmhaa5�e: 6:12 —10:12 American Foursquare: 4:12 - 6:12 For more information on these architectural styles, see Residential Architecture Design Guidelines section, "Style and Character," page 22. Roof Types The following roof types shall be allowed: Hip • Hip -on Gable • Gable • Shed Roof Overhangs Substantial roof overhangs of at least 18 inches and wide fascias should be incorporated into roof designs to help engage the form with the building. The roof overhang for secondary roof elements may vary in order to achieve a consistent fascia line Roof overhangs should be consistent with the architectural style of the home. Consider exposed rafter tail roof eaves with bead board roof decking Consider using corbels at hipped roof overhangs with level soffits Gable and shed roof overhangs with enclosed soffits should have sloped soffits to match the pitch of the roof. No boxed soffits shall be allowed. Fascias shall be at least 8 inches deep at gable and shed roofs with enclosed soffits and 6 inches deep at hipped roofs. If rafter tails are exposed, they shall be at least 2x6 members and barge rafters 2x8 minimum. Roof Gutters • K-style gutters are allowed but half -round gutters are strongly encouraged. Foundations One of the primary design objectives in Pateros Creek is to closely integrate the building with the she. Foundation design is an extremely important aspect of this integration. Foundations and finished site grading should be designed and coordinated such that the building appears to grow out of the site in a balanced and visually pleasing manner. Rest the home on a distinguishable building base or pedestal, such as a stone foundation designed to anchor the home to a around plane. m".61'eLl Design Guidelines Exterior Trim The design aesthetic of Pateros Creek requires a high level of quality and craft with regard to materials and details. Great care shall be taken with the design and construction of these details to truly enrich the presence of the building in the landscape. Numerous areas of the building may be detailed to add further character to the architecture including windows, doors, gates, railings, chimneys, dormers, rafters, brackets and corbels. Functional detailing should also be appropriately styled to be consistent with the overall character of both the individual building and its associated neighborhood. All trim used shall be smooth texture whether it is natural wood or a cement fiber product an shall be at least a 5/4-inch dimensional thickness in order to provide an adequate reveal to th adjacentsiding systems. No 3/4-inch thick material shall be used unless specificallyapproved by the DRC. Care must betaken during the installation in ensure that the pneumatic nail gun pressure is set properly so as to prevent deep recesses of nailteads in the trim otherwise these will need to be filled prior to the final finish. Window Trim Consider use of larger trim members Trim window openings with trim 4-11 Utilize projected and sloped window projection. Consider using a Bed Molding with n on top of at the window head trim. at window heads such as 5/4" x 6" are a minimum 1-1/4 inches Design group windows with 3-inch to 4-1/2-irft'fi framing in between to allow trim to be installed. Belt (Belly Band) Board Trim Exterior Outside and Inside Corner Tri • Any trim board on the primaryfa4ade (usually front elevation) shall be the full length of the trim, or at least any seam ishidden on that fa4ade. • Trim boards shall be of Wal thicknesses where they meet, and can either be mitered or butt - jointed but the primaryia(ade trim board shall cover the end of the side board. Rake and. heTrim Provide a minimum of 4-inch wide trim at the transition between wall and roof soffits. cpressed Roof Brackets, Corbels and Barge Rafters Use a minimum of 44 wood members for brackets with a 3-piece construction with a vertical, horizontal and angled knee member. Use appropriate trim related the selected architectural style ihihircd MiFCrials following materials are generally not allowed within the Master Plan for aesthetic and / or functional reasons, but their use may be considered in limited applications as trim. • Pre -cast Concrete • Plywood • E.I.F.S • Pressed -board Materials • PVC or Plastic Materials • Composition Siding by 1-1/2-inch • Metal Siding • Consider the use of horizontal trim to be use at the base/ first floor rim, second floor rim, and at architectural Fxtedort op rich texture, enhancing the al faSade. bottom side of gable ends to both delineate the use of different siding systems and help break of the scale of taller faQades. • Belt board trim at the base/first floor shall be 9-1/4-inch toll-1/4-inch high with 9-1/4-inch to 5-1/2-inch high belt boards used at the second floor rim and lower gable locations. All belt board trim shall be 5/4-inch thick minimum. Color Palette The diverse use of color in the residential architecture of Pateros Creek will enhance and bring variety to the overall neighborhood. Repetitive color schemes of tan, beige and grey that are prevalent in other developments will not be allowed. • Colors of higher saturation and varying schemes are highly encouraged. However, the use of overpowering, high -contrast colors will not be allowed. Fluorescent colors are not appropriate anywhere in Pateros Creek. • Accent colors that relate to the natural plants and wildflowers of the site are encouraged. The accent colors should complement the overall palette of the building's otherwise natural materials. • All proposed color schemes shall be reviewed and approved by the DRC. Masonry The use of stone, cultured stone or brick masonry is highly encouraged. Stone may be used as a primary structural element or as a finely cut veneer, with a diverse range of applications between. Stone, cultured stone or brick should be used to ground the base of the building and provide a physical link to its surroundings. The use of local fired brick and native stone is encouraged for their indigenous color and texture. All masonry shall have the appearance of being structurally bearing. This can best be achieved by utilizing brick piers and columns, using larger stones and boulders or "cornerstones" at the foundation, battering the walls as they approach grade, masonry corbels at entries and openings and using true bond patterns appropriate to the selected masonry. Consider using .xampie ofmasonry piers designed to express the architectural style of the home and appropriately extended to the ground plane. continuous masonry materials as an accent on entire architectural elements such as column bases, chimneys, and individual wall projection elements over low high wainscot applications on only one or two of the main building faces. Siding Systems Exterior NN ood It is highly recommended that the wood siding and shingles used in Pateros Creek be manufactured from Western Red Cedar, Yellow Cedar, Northern White Pine, Douglas Fir, Southern Yellow Pine, or Redwood due to their natural weather and insect resistant qualities. Smooth texture cement fiber siding systems are also acceptable materials. • Wood maybe painted, stained or treated. • Clear sealer will cause premature oxidation and blacken the wood and therefore is not allowed. Approved Siding Types: • Horizontal Lap Siding: Smooth texture with 5 inches maximum exposure. Consider the use of 4 inches exposure for a more authentic and traditional appearance. • Vertical Board and Batten Siding: Use smooth texture paneling for the board portion and a minimum of 5/4-inch x 1-1/20-inch vertical battens at 12-inch O.C. maximum spacing. Consider the use of 2-1/2-inch to 3-1/2-inch wide batten. Design and detail appropriate locations of horizontal.b0�l seams that typically occur at 8 feet or 9 feet high intervals. Bead Board Consider the use of Bead Board paneling for porch soffits, roof soffits and exposed bottom side of roof deck at exposed rafter tail roof overhangs. Bead Board paneling shafteither be installed in traditional planks or in a 5/8-inch thick plywood product. Bead Board is not recommended to be used a siding system. Taper sawn Shingles: Eithertedar or cementfiber taper sawn shingles are acceptable. Cedar shake^gles shall not be permitted Stucco Traditional stucco may be used as an exterior material, provided that it adheres to the following guidelines. • Stucco maybe used as a secondary type of exterior material, with shingles, siding or paneling as the primary exterior material. All stucco shall be a traditional "three -coat" or "hard-coat"cementitous system. The use of synthetic stucco systems such as EIFS (exterior insulation finish system) will not be allowed for large applications. This is due to their general appearance, as compared to natural stucco, as well as the prevalence of internal rotting and damage incurred by woodpeckers and squirrels. Appropriate use of stucco as a secondary material. • Traditional stucco requires the placement of control joints for permanence. Care should be taken in the design phase to locate these control joints in inconspicuous areas or regulate them as part of the design. • The incorporation of deeply recessed window and door returns and soft organic corners will help the overall appearance of the building. • Massive walls of stone or stucco should also incorporate heavy lintels and sills of stone or large timbers. These should be proportionately detailed to be structurally integral to the wall, rather than "tacked on"to the skin of the building. • Consider the use of 5/4-inch -1-1/4-inch thick natural wood or painted cement fiber trim around doors and windows at stucco walls. 'Are' 62-� Design Guideline Massing In order to relate the building forms and massing to the site and to avoid severe or disruptive building profiles in the landscape, building forms should place emphasis on horizontal massing. • These lower profile elements should follow the natural terrain of the site to further integrate with the landforms. • Exposed building profiles atop ridgelines and sharp angular forms that contrast to the natural slope should be avoided. Use single -story plate heights elements at the perimeter of the structure to help keep the apparent mass of the home within human scale. Full two-story wall massings are strongh discouraged. Break-up rear building masses. Provide a variety of roof plane breaks and wall plane articulation that add visual interest to the rearfagade. Integrate second -story deck roofs seamlessly into the fabric of the home. Don't Do This Example of a "tacked-on"deck. Integrated into the building. Height All residential development shall conform to height restrictions as indicated in current City of Fort Collins ordinances. Building Articulation Long unbroken fagdes and box -like forms devoid of architectural detail should be avoided. Building footprints and fa4ades should be broken up to give the appearance of a collection of smaller structures. To the extent possible, each unit should be individually recognizable through the use of balconies, other projections, setbacks and an appropriate rhythm of windows and doors. Create substantial fagcle articulations rath n simply changing the texture of exterior wall materials. Design homes that exhibit "five -sr tectural characteristics" by providing the same level of wall articulation onside and rear elevations as used on the front elevation. Roof planes should also be varied, Tdesigned to increase visual interest when viewed from up -slope home Use a variety of wall plane breaks on front, A and rear elevations to enhance fagcle variety architecture.' itive elements, such as covered porchi Igade variety and visual interest. On a wrap covered porches around-the-col,ici, g a covered porch element that embraces street frontages. and Finishes Example of"five-sided architecture;"same level of wall articulation on side (and rear) elevations as used on the front elevation, along with a varied roof plane. The exterior material palette for residential construction in Pateros Creek shall complement the natural surroundings. In order to reinforce the relationship between architecture to its setting, only stone, brick, wood or fiber cement siding, stucco and ornamental metal may be used on the building exterior. Stone or brick should be used to ground and express the mass and permanence of the building. Wood siding should be used predominantly as a sheathing material. Wood trim can provide the accent to detail areas and closure of soffits, eaves, fascias, rafters as well as window and door framing. The use of material shall accurately convey the architectural pattern and structural integrity of the residence. The composition and specific application of these materials is further described in the following sections. The composition of different materials and substantial fagde articulations increase the visual architectural interest. Residential Architectural Desi General The intent of the Residential Architectural Design Guidelines is to develop a high -quality community with a distinctive, aesthetically -pleasing built environment. In keeping with the community's agrarian heritage, Pateros Creek will convey a "Cottage' or"Bungalow" architectural style, to emphasis the look and feel of a "Cottage Garden" community. This is to be achieved by encouraging a timeless character of architecture carefully integrated with the site planning through visible consistency of building materials, color palettes, iaoka t palettes. Each architectural de r)II be reviewlilliocin its own merit and interpreted by the DRC. All residential architecture opm ionform to restrictions as indicated in current City of Fort Collins ordinances. Energy Efficiency All buildings within Pateros Creek should be designed to conserve energy throughout the life of the structure based on the "life cycle cost" approach. Energy Star ratings for all residential development will be strongly encouraged. The following concepts should be incorporated into all designs: • Solar Heating -Passive solar design should consider thermal mass, window area, building orientation, mechanical and natural air circulation. Entrvways -Building entries should be protected from predominant winter wind exposure. The incorporation of an "airlock" vestibule, where appropriate, is encouraged. Plantings -Deciduous trees can provide a tremendous amount of natural shade to reduce eww gn GujA overall cooling loads in the summer and allow additional solar gain in the winter. Careful consideration should be given to their location. • Exterior Wall Systems -The exterior wall cavity shall have a minimum of R-19 insulation value, in addition to a vapor barrier and an air infiltration barrier to maximize thermal efficiency. -EQ6-The roof cavity shall havea minimum of R-38 insulation value in the attic or plenum space. enin - All potential gaps in windows, doors, openings, etc. should be sealed with backer rod and caulked to prevent air infiltration. Piaino - Although any piping on outside wall should be minimized to the greatest extent, all hot water pipes and pipes on outside walls shall be insulated. Building Form and Articulation Building Form Scale The visual scale of buildings is an important elementto the overall image of Pateros Creek. In order to maintain a human scale of building which is appropriate to its setting, large monumental fapdes should be avoided. Building forms should be understated and simple with secondary building forms, such as entries, porches, porticos, dormers, chimneys, window seats projections, and balconies incorporated to further reduce the apparent mass of the building. Example of architectural details, such as porches, entries, dormers and chimneys, that provide visual interest. Design Guideline Homes should be oriented to conform to topography by design, eliminating flat grading of sites for large pads. Special attention should be given to providing smooth transitions between neighboring sites. Homes shall be sited to assure the privacy of adjacent neighbors. Preserve significant views of on -site amenities —such as the central lawn, community gardens, the orchard, and fishing pond— as well as vistas of the adjacent Poudre River and lake. When site planning, it is important to consider views to the home sites, as well as views from the home site. Homes should be sited with particular emphasis on orientation (sun angles, shadows, etc.). Awareness of snow, ice, winds, and winter weather on access and entrances should be incorporated into the building placement and design elements. Entries should be protected from predominant winter wind exposure. Every front fa4ade with a primary entrance to a dwelling unit should face the adjacent street to the extent reasonably feasible. DtdtDoThls... Amenity or Viewr1 Open Space buildings to one side of lotto create larger view corridors' Driveway and Garage Placement and Orientation Driveway location and grade should typically dictate the finished floor elevation of the home. Driveways shall be designed to avoid "bottoming out"of vehicles at the street or garage entry. The finish floor elevation of the home shall be established to preserve desired lot drainage. To the extent possible, design alternative garagW.entations, such as side, detached and multiple front -loaded structures, to eliminate st facing garage entrances. Garage orientations that elimination viewsof the garage entrances from public roadways is encouraged. For more information on garage design, see Residential Architectural Design Guidelines section, "Garages," City of Fort I! fa4ades shall for driveway grades, front entry sidewalks, garage door, a nd wall Corner Treatment A corner lot residence is required to address the inherent relationship to both adjacent streets, as well as the neighboring home. Corner lots are typically more valuable and, therefore, should be used for more prominent structures. Homes at comer lots are encouraged to consider corner entries, wrap -around porches, building articulation or other means to address the adjacency to both streets. Side Yards Example of good corner treatment including a wrap -around porch and detailing. The treatment of side yards plays a very important role in neighborhood design. As density increases and lot width diminishes, it becomes very important to address the relationship of the home to the function of the side yard. Rooflines adjacent to open side yards should be considered to provide maximum solar expose to neighboring lots. Dormers, stepped volumes, and 1'k-story volumes should be considered. Side -loaded lots shall have the open elevation of the house facing the drive. Sales Models Builders shall construct sales models representative of the various housing plans offered for sale. Like the homes at Pateros Creek, no two sales models shall be the same. Where sales models are located immediately adjacent to one another, they shall adhere to all Neighborhood Diversity Guidelines contained in this section of The Guidelines. Easements and Utilities Utility and drainage easements will be established in the Pateros Creek Master Plan to facilitate drainage and the installation and maintenance of all public utilities. No grading, site improvements, or landscape materials that may result in damage or interference to these uses shall be allowed within the easements. Landscape plans shall, however, address and indicate the replanting of acceptable landscape materials within the easement areas disturbed during. installation of individual utilities. Connections to all utilities including water, sanitary sewer, gas, electricity, telephone, and television cable shall be installed underground from existing trunk lines. Utility connections from main service lines to individual homes shall be locatedto minimize disruption of the site and existing vegetation. The drilling of individual privatewelkor use of septic tanks or leach fields shall not be allowed. Utilities should be designed and constructed for the most intensive use that can be foreseen. All utilities shall be buried. Water and sewer piping shall be allocated in separate trenches, with separation distances as required by the governing utility company. Electric, gas, telephone, and television cable maybe in common trenches with other current installation standards. Location tape shall be provided above all buried utilities, at a depth of approximately one foot. Location tape above non-metallic piping shall be magnetically detectable. A separate location tape shall be provided for each pipe or wire even if installed in a common trench. Accurate as -built drawings shall be prepared by all homeowners to tie the locations of all utilities to permanent reference points. Copies of the drawings should be submitted to the governing utility or regulatory agency upon completion of construction. Site Design Standards The following neighborhood standards are intended to promote variety and visual interest in residential architecture. Homes in Pateros Creek should be aesthetically pleasing from all views. Street frontages should not be dominated by garage doors or parking surfaces and should not have flat monotonous fa4ades. Building footprints and fa4ades should be broken up to give the appearance of a collection of smaller structures. All housing in Pateros Creek should be responsive to human scale with respect to massing, setbacks, and overall design character. elines Neighborhood Div , Street Variation, and General Articulation Lots shall orientt tstreetorconnectingwalkwayinamannerthatwillestablish a compatible bu ri hd entry orientation. Lots within Pateros Creek may have variety in orientation, but shall not arbitrarily combine fronts, backs, and sides of yards. Street variation along residential stree be provided by staggered setbacks, front yard fences, or architectural features — orches, bay windows, recessed garages, or other forms of Example of good variation in the architectural styles and articulation. Dwellings shall have a variety of front elevations. To maintain the vision of a unique neighborhood, the same house shall not be duplicated within Pateros Creek. Each housing model shall have at least 3 characteristics which clearly and obviously distinguish it from the other housing models, including: • different floor plans, • exterior materials, • roof lines, • garage placement, and • placement of the footprint on the lot and/or building face. Home Placement and Orientation Access should be carefully considered when placing each home on the building site due to the close relationship between the access drive, building footprint, grade of the street, and individual lot drainage. Site Planning General ien Guidelines Guidelines Site Planning Guidelines for Pateros Creek are designed to promote and preserve the unique character of this community through the sensitive siting and location of homes. Maximizing view opportunities to the Poudre River, community areas, and open spaces is encouraged and expected. Homeowners and builders shall design and arrange their sites to protect natural features on the site and within the vicinity of the site. All development shall conform to restrictions as indicated in current City of Fort Collins ordinances. Grading and Drainage Grading and drainage plans for all development within Pateros Creek should be done with sensitivity to natural features and topography of the land. Drainage patterns may be modified. but all modifications require approval of the DRC. Plans shall be developed which realize benefit for the entire community by enhancing/preserving views, concealing parking/service areas, and generally contributing to the overall Master Plan goals. The location of structures or other improvements within the project site shall not adversely impactor disrupt the desired drainage patterns. Builders are responsible for controlling the drainage resulting from the development of their site and for maintaining its drainage easements. Builders shall not direct water onto an adjacent property, unless such a diversion is located within an established drainage easement. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to review and comply with the most recently approved drainage plans and studies. Grading Standards Provide positive drainage away from foundations. Grade lots to maintain the natural appearance of the terrain and avoid abrupt mounds or sharp ground forms that do not appear natural. Maximum slopes 3:1, except maximum 4:1 slopes for areas that require mowing. Employ erosion control devices. To prevent damage to the site and siltation of adjoining areas, use temporary barriers and drainage structures as needed. Erosion in all circumstances shall be controlled and contained on -site. Unnatural recdinear form Abrupt grade transitions to adjacent area Constant side andbottom slopes Irregular forms imitate nature Smooth transition to adjacent grades Varied side and bottom slopes Drainage Standards • Site drainage shall be compatible with adjacent property drainage. Storm drainage shall not run on a neighbor's property at rates higher than historic rates prior to construction. • Design natural -appearing on -site drainage structures, swales, and washes using natural materials, such as native stone, that follow the natural contours of the site. • Water from roof drains and other areas should be directed to landscape areas that could benefit from the additional water, rather than piping it off the property. This reduces the need for irrigation water and improves water quality by infiltration through landscape materials. • Drainage structures in sidewalks and bike paths shall be placed flush with the surface and grate patterns cannot have openings larger than 3/8 of an inch. Surface storm water or irrigation shall not be discharged across sidewalks; and there shall be no point discharges into curbs to prevent traffic -impeding surges into the street. See additional landscape grading and erosion controls in Landscape Design Guidelines section, "Grading and Erosion Control;" page 27. 44 A 0' y . v A �KA S 4 dr } f y , y awr. The Master Plan 8 7 The Master Plan 1% The Master Plan y, Design Guideline The Master Plan with Amenities June2012 1A PpuORE Rfy R w car,-1"erd� s Atma `• •16 15 11 C13 Cl �cIC 1 1" �Z_� L� JUG U tiJCL4u_j C1i_ � •a ti ♦ : The Master Plan October 2012 Design Guidelines yYd,ru rip '� 39 b IUO OX1X y Z&6'zw Design Guidelines Purpose and Intent These Design Guidelines (herein known as "The Guidelines") have been created in order to clearly communicate design principles and criteria for development within the Pateros Creek development. The intent of The Guidelines is to direct development of all areas in Pateros Creek in a manner that will assure high- quality design and construction. The Guidelines are to be used as a tool in the development of site, architecture, and landscape architecture plans that will be submitted and reviewed by the Design Review Committee (DRC) in compliance with the regulations ' established in the Master Declaration for Pateros Creek. Who Uses These Guidelines a. Users of these Guidelines include home builders, homeowners, and design consultants. The DRC will use The Guidelines when evaluating development proposals. The DRC will review and approve all site plans, models, and elevations of residential and non-residential projects to be constructed in conjunction with the review process of the City of Fort Collins. Applicants ai responsible for obtaining the most recent edition of The Guidelines priorto submittal of an. application. All improvements, unless statld,otherwise, must be approved by the DRC prior to the start of construction. •° t Conflicts with Other All development within the Pateros Creek Mastk,I shall comply with laws of the State of Colorado and the United States Federal Government and comply with the standards and intent of current municipal codes, regulations, and ordinances as applicable. The Guidelines are not the sole basis for decision -making. All development shall conform to restrictions as indicated in current City of Fort Collins ordinances. They are not intended to override any applicable Federal, State, or City/County codes or ordinances. Any approval by the DRC does not guarantee approval by any governmental authority having jurisdiction. It is the responsibility of the user to understand all regulations governing their specific project and to comply accordingly. If there are any discrepancies among the documents governing development in the Pateros Creek Master Plan, the more restrictive policies will apply. Alternative Compliance These Guidelines cannot anticipate all poteliiarios for design and development. Upon request by an applicant, the DRC may approve alternatives that may be substituted in whole or in part for a specific requitement that meets the standards of The Guidelines. In the event an applicant wishes to deviate substantially from The, Guidelines, the following shall be considered: The proposed alternative results in benefits munity that are equivalent or better than the current Guidelines; and �Lproposed alternative achieves the intent of the current Guidelines to the same or better ree than the current Guidelines. Alternative compliance shall apply to the specific site for which it is considered, and does not establish a precedent for other locations. uidelines vs. Standards ndards are to be treated as techniques that are mandatory and are noted by the term "shall." Guidelines reinforce the intent of the Pateros Creek Design Guidelines, but may be subject to interpretation by the designer as approved by the DRC. Waivers/Amendments and Supplements The Master Developer (Pateros Creek, LLC) or the DRC reserves the right to waive, at its sole discretion, as long as such waiver is not arbitrary or capricious, any of the provisions outlined in The Guidelines at any particular time. No such waiver shall be construed or held to be a waiver of any other provisions of The Guidelines, or of the same provisions as to any other party. These Guidelines are intended to be a living document and may, from time to time be amended or supplemented by the Master Developer (Pateros Creek, LLC) or the DRC. Any such amendments shall be applicable to all development plans that are subsequently submitted for review and approval to the Master Developer (Pateros Creek, LLC) or the DRC. Such amendments shall not be retroactive to previous work or approved work in progress. one of the early founding fathers was a 28 year -old ambitious and resourceful new resident named Henry Hart. As a young man, he set out on his own and crossed the plains in a Prairie Schooner arriving in Fort Collins in 1886. The fertile land held promise for him and in 1891, without a dollar to his name, Henry purchased 10 acres on credit for $750.00. The property he chose was located on the banks of the Poudre River on current Wood Street. Here he began his career as one of the towns' most successful and prolific market gardeners, a business that would span 55 years and would eventually be known by townsfolk as Hart'sy Gardens. Our intent is to emphasize the site's history as HaWs Gardens by rehabilitating the gardens and surrounding forest area on tit y. Homeowners will enjoy community garde withfruitorchardsfilled with apples, cherries, more, Crafting The "Not Sol.1111111"ouse" Our intention with this project is to create noted author and designer Sarah Susanka's"Not So Big House. "The emphasis will be placed on quality, not size of house - resulting in a home you will want to spend the rest of your life in. We strive to bring back the days when individuals searched the market for a place they would be able to plant their roots and call home for years and years to come. Creating Commun-iowaces Whether one seeks aplace Mere they can quietly read a book nearth2fishing pond, or listen to the flowing water as it moves through the river, or a couple decides to have a picnic and watch the sun set, the plan is to make all of this possible by designing community gathering areas, such as the community lawn and pavilion. Renewing Our Contact with Nature For those adventure -loving individuals, the location of the property is priceless. Nestled along the Cache la Poudre River, with miles of public trails encouraging running, biking, and roller blading. For the angler in the family, this stretch of the river yields the best fly-fishing in Fort Collins. Enriching the Minds of Our Children It will be a setting where families can renew their contact with nature, while enriching the minds of their children. Boredom or restlessness will not present itself while the children in the community enjoy safe explorations of what the property has to offer. Non- traditional play areas will offer opportunities to trigger a child's imagination. FIrW K4d., Design Guide„I,i n e s A Vision for a Distinct Community The Pateros Creek Vision The vision for Pateros Creek is to create a new and distinct community while preserving the history of the land. This is a rare opportunity to live in a new and well -designed community near Old Town Fort and have the scenic Cache La Poudre River in your backyard. Every aspect of the Pateros Creek community has been planned as an opportunity to connect to and participate in the surroundings. Whether that be a glimpse through a front window to the woods, a long vista to the river, or a beautiful view to surrounding gardens. Pateros Creek is designed as a"Cottage Garden community"with courtyard homes clustered around a community green, select lakefront homes overlooking the fishing pond and neighboring lake, and riverfront homes abutting the Poudre River. Pateros Creek will promote a close-kn " ge" community, fostering livability and aNacce� of community with your neighbors. As neighborhood nestled within a stand o trees, the modest number of homes ar situated to preserve the distinct views the surrounding landscape. The goal is to maximize contiguous open space and cultivate a Riparian Forest environment which contributes to the overall ecological health of the Poudre River Corridor. Enhanced open space will include an orchard, community gardens, gathering areas including a pavilion and community lawn, an enhanced fishing pond, and trail access to the Poudre RiverTrail. Highlighting the Agricultural Herr From the first Native American inhabitants 1860's to the immigrants of the 1880's, this if —ea of Fort PLANTS Collins became known astbe birthplace of commercial eabbntp, gardening, or"market gardening.' A 1916 report on the or. bepyeta. Saxpbat edt" rbubarb t L& agricultural development in Northern Colorado called this Hart's Gardens area a"Gardener's Paradise:' Pnao °iilt1 Earlyfarmers found thatthe arid climate, availability of water, and mineral elements inherent in the soil produced some of the most favorable environments for gardening and fa ming kr the state. Many benefited from the fertile Through early hay, oat, and wheat farming; and from the 1890's to the mid -twentieth century. Soon, fruit orchards filled with apples, cherries, and raspberries and rows of tilled soil containing a cornucopia of celery, onions, potatoes, and cabbages could bring in considerable profits for early market gardeners. In fact thesite on 830 Wood Street could be considered the birthplace and origin ofcommercial gardening in Fort Collins. Mt 1011UF C.et. emuh IARM. ""M n a. S. M.C"U"Na � y TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. A Vision for a Distinct Community..................................................1 • The Pateros Creek Vision • Purpose and Intent • Who Uses These Guidelines • Conflicts with Other Regulations • Waivers/Amendments and Supplements • Additions, Repairs, and Replacements 2. The Master Plan............................................................................4 • The Master Plan • Courtyard Plan • 3D Views of the Master Plan 3. Site Planning Guidelines..............................................................9 • General • Grading and Drainage • Easements and Utilities • Site Design Standards 4. Residential Architectural Design Guidelines.................................12 • General • Energy Efficiency • Building Form and Articulation • Materials and Finishes • Color Palette • Architectural Design Elements • Style and Character 5. Landscape Design Guidelines.......................................................27 • General • Parks, Open Space, Natural Areas, and Fishing Pond Landscape Character • Community Gardens and Orchard Landscape Character • General Residential Landscape • On -Lot Landscape Character • Site Amenities and Furnishings • Fencing • Accent/Retaining Walls • Patios and Courtyards • Exterior Lighting • Pools and Not Tubs • Refuse Areas and Trash Collection • Residential Accessory Structures 6. Signage Design Guidelines....... General Temporary Signage Prohibited Signage ........................................45 7. Design Review Process................................................................47 Review Authority Review Process 8. Definitions.................................................................................50 9. Appendices.................................................................................53 • Appendix A: Pateros Creek Recommended Plant List • Appendix B: Submittal Application No Text i I .fir f7SaT' � ��4f r- �sl.ff 'J..•! 10��`� .. RAIT 1 i J4, Ar DRAFT AAry F 90"3 Design Guidelines