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Chapter II - Development Standards & Urban Design Guidelines V> Q: ;¡,. K [ '" (") ¡;:- The urban design guidelines specifically address the elements that shape, enhance, and animate public space. Urban Design Guidelines on a case by case basis, provided the basic objectives of the guide- lines are respected. Overall, design of the buildings should focus on Consistent with the basic goals of the Precise Plan, design guide- creating an attractive residential community that will stand the test lines focus on the design elements essential for creating a vibrant, of time, rather than the latest trend in architectural fashion. pedestrian-oriented, high density community. They specifically ad- dress the elements that shape, enhance, and animate public space. Guidelines are organized according to the following four catego- Buildings should face public streets, pathways, open spaces, and ries: waterways, with attractive main entrances and other architectural features that encourage pedestrian movement and interaction. Pub- I. Building Orientation and Design lidy-accessible spaces should be consciously-designed, rather than created from "leftover" areas between structures. II. Open Spaces The Precise Plan does not prescribe a particular architectural style. III. General Site & Landscape Improvements Rather, buildings should exhibit a diversity of styles and materials so that the Precise Plan Area has the feel of an evolving, organic IV. Special Conditions neighborhood, rather than a single large development project. A variety of architects and/or architectural firms should be used for Plan Diagrams on the following pages illustrate guidelines for the the different development phases to ensure variation in building Precise Plan Area. The "Urban Design Concepts" plan summarizes types. streetscape, open space, and building orientation guidelines. The "Concept Development Illustration" shows possible building con- The guidelines generally promote traditional building forms and figurations; this is the site plan for 'Nternative 6" evaluated in the materials, consistent with an urban village environment. The city Marina Shores Village Project EIR. will consider design approaches that are modernist or experimental Final Plan - June 2004 - 46 -