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also in scale with the spacing of the display windows and ornamental features <br /> of the commercial buildings across Hamilton Street. It is critical that the <br /> proportions and scale of the new construction do not overpower the <br /> intentionally imposing San Mateo County Courthouse, and the proposed <br /> building has small enough features and elements, and adequate variety in the <br /> placement of the façade elements, so that the new design will be compatible <br /> with this landmark. The scale of the front of the proposed new construction, <br /> facing Winslow Street (south) and the southwest corner of the retail space is <br /> appropriately scaled for new construction. These areas include multi-lite <br /> windows and light fixtures with somewhat smaller scale. These areas are also <br /> removed from the proximity of the historic buildings, so the scale is <br /> appropriate. <br /> e. Proportion: The proportion of glazing-to-wall-surface of the new development <br /> is compatible with the proportions of the surrounding historic buildings and <br /> Downtown architectural character. The new construction has larger windows <br /> that offset the larger wall piers. The two-story base of the building breaks down <br /> the overall wall proportion, and corresponds appropriately to the height of the <br /> adjacent historic resources. <br /> f. Massing: As a separate structure, the proposed Winslow Street Development <br /> Building has less of a responsibility to respond to the massing of the historic <br /> resources than if it were a fully attached addition. it is still important that the <br /> perceived massing of the new construction not obscure or overpower the <br /> historic building, and that the new construction preserve the original spatial <br /> relationships between the historic resources on the block. The significant <br /> historic massing is protected in this project. The Fox Theater has a stepped <br /> front marquee that provides contrast with the lower side wings, and the new <br /> construction is adequately removed from this element on Broadway, allowing <br /> the central feature to continue to stand proud. The central core of the theater <br /> building is viewed as a huge mass from the exterior, but does not serve as a <br /> significant character-defining feature. Wrapping the utilitarian core of the <br /> theater with an "L "-shaped building is an appropriate approach to such historic <br /> fabric. Along Hamilton Street, the proposed new construction is five stories <br /> and the adjacent historic wing is effectively two stories, while the neighboring <br /> historic commercial buildings are two and three stories. The massing has <br /> some breakdown in scale that provides a balanced streetscape with regard to <br /> massing. Specifically, the alignment of the buildings along the street plan, the <br /> new building 's change in materials at the second story, and the creation of a <br /> cornice line and base. <br /> ATTY/RES0.3090/HRAC RESO — 815 HAMILTON <br /> REV: 06-02-15 VR <br /> Page 12 of 12 <br />