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6.a)1) Review Draft Design Standards Meeting Date: 6/2/2009 Agenda Item: �� Planning Commission/ �;%�l � �� ) , City Council Agenda Report City of Scandia 14727 209'�' St. North Scandia, MN 55073 (651 ) 433-2274 Action Requested: Review and discuss the Proposed Architectural Design Guidelines. Deadline/ Timeline: The guidelines will provide input to the update of the Zoning Ordinance which will begin later this year. Background: • Several implementation strategies in the new Comprehensive Plan, scheduled for the first year after the plan was adopted, contemplate the development of Design Standards to ensure that new commercial buildings reflect the historic character of the community (see LU Policy Goal I 1 and the related implementation strategies.) � The Design Standards Committee, let by Planning Commissioner Sue Rodsjo, has prepared a draft of design standards for review by the Planning Commission and Council. • The final Design Standards will be a stand-alone document that will describe policies and provide resources to guide design. The next step would be to incorporate the necessary regulatory language in to the Zoning Ordinance to make them enforceable. Reeommendation: The Planning Commission and City Council should review and discuss the dratt guidelines, and make comments that can be incorporated before the document is finalized. Attachments/ • Proposed Architectural Design Guidelines Materials provided: Contact(s): Susan Rodsjo. 433-3917 Prepared by: Anne Hurlbw-t, Administcator (design guidelines) Page 1 of 1 OS/29/09 Scandia Design Standards Committee Proposed Architectural Design Guidelines Scandia's Vision Scandia is known as a rural small town with a unique character and history. The village is the center of social community activities, while Gammelgarden attracts people to learn about Minnesota history and enjoy a slice of Swedish culture. Rural buildings endowed with Scandia's history and identity are preserved or incorporated into development and redevelopment, and family farms can still be found within the city. Structures in the village (store, old bank, and other storefronts)are recognizable from old photos, and rural commercial nodes with distinct community or historic character retain their uniqueness, including Big Marine, Copas, and Otisville. ... -Excerpt from 2030 Vision Narrative Scandia's 2008 Comprehensive Plan Introduction ,�_ ._� . ,�, � -�, : � :_ *, Scandia is the home of Minnesota's first Swedish settlers, dating back to the mid-1800s. �' Three Swedes—Oscar Roos, Carl Fernstrom, and August Sandahl—arrived in the fall of -� ' ,� �� 1850 and built a log cabin near Hay Lake. In the decades to come, thousands of Swedes �; �, ¥ � � � - . traveled north on the St. Croix River and settled in Scandia, Marine on St. Croix, and other ��'x y ,(t _�°, '.-��. �-'' � �`` � � nearby river communities, drawn to a landscape that reminded them of home and the - � ,•, promise of abundant fertile farmland. As settlers and their descendents prospered and a �_�; Scandia grew, businesses emerged to serve residents. � r : � � -- �=._ Although the overall number of historic buildings in Scandia is small c a� �a��?,�. �� ' � .� compared with nearby cities such as Stillwater and Osceola, the ` � ,} _ � Scandia Village Center and nearby Rural Commercial Nodes are �` ` '�,� � �� endowed with a variety of unique architecture influenced by the area's �` --� immigrant settlers. Early residents dedicated extensive resources to ` -- institutional buildings such as Elim Church and local school houses. ' - s-�� .:� I , ., Buildings such as the old Mercantile Building, Scandia State Bank, Elim � ;�,.. 4 j , � ' `� �' : � - Church, and Gammelgarden define Scandia's Village Center, providing �;r;,� � `r�� ,,� -a�' � : - a strong sense of place and rural character. Early institutions and ��- �,� � � �� . '� � � ! �: � businesses in Scandia's Rural Commercial Nodes (e.g., Copas School `¢ '' ._ "' j � � ' ` ` �/ >.1 t1�� > and Big Marine Store) served residents in outlying areas, and the �`� . � __ � �_ ,. � _ buildings live on today with new owners making creative use of the ° # � ' '� ' space. � � .* - - '�`;` ,�, ��-4 �k�. Page i of 42 � °.�� Purpose of Design Guidelines The purpose of Scandia's design guidelines is to sustain and improve the economic viability of the city's Village Center, Village Neighborhood, and Rural Commercial Nodes by preserving and enhancing historic charm and allowing for compatible new development. The city's desire is to increase the economic and financial benefits to local businesses by enhancing community character, thus drawing new and repeat visitors to Scandia. The design guidelines encourage high-quality design with an aesthetic presence. New commercial development should avoid generic and corporate/franchise architecture and emphasize architectural elements that enhance Scandia's character and reflect its history. Building renovations should preserve or echo existing architectural themes in Scandia. The use of green space, landscaping, and thoughtful placement of parking lots can help prevent Scandia from becoming a "sea of asphalY' as it develops over time. These guidelines are not intended to curtail creative design; instead, they are intended to educate builders on historic architecture in Scandia and inspire creative design that reflects the historic character of the community. The idea is not for new construction to look identical to historic buildings, but rather to look new and unique while drawing upon historic design elements. The city wishes to provide helpful guidance and cooperate with builders to make the approval and building process as smooth as possible. Scandia encourages builders to focus commercial development primarily on the Village Center. Containing business to a central downtown and emphasizing pedestrian design will encourage pedestrians to visit multiple businesses as they stroll easily from building to building. Over time, the hope is that both city residents and visitors will enjoy the Scandia experience and will choose to return again and again. Historic Scandia Architecture � � � Historic buildings in Scandia's commercial districts are primarily Mainstreet "'� ------__�;��` .�-�. storefront facades, such as the old Mercantile building (Scandia Store). Some �: _"""'^��e � r- storefronts are built in Boomtown Block style, such as Meisters and the Big - �_ �4 ��' _"* Marine Store. Scandia's architecture is also heavily influenced by its Swedish ;� --; � � '� `� � _ —*�� i settlers, with many buildings reflecting Scandinavian design. At the ---�` - - ..� + ;� t � Gammelgarden Museum, the Presthus (parsonage) and early Church use �:a � � � traditional Swedish log construction with dovetail corners and flat-planed logs, - while the Welcome Center draws on Gustavian Neoclassical design (see page �' � ' ` �� ,� xx). Elim Church follows the traditional footprint of a Gothic-style cathedral, _ '� ' � , �_�` similar to many brick churches in Sweden and Norway, and the water � � company's historic building reflects elements of uniquely designed rural - __ buildings in Scandinavia. In addition, Scandia has several early school houses � (e.g., Hay Lake, Copas) that remind us of Scandia's rural immigrant history. Page 2 of 42 � � New commercial construction should echo the designs of these historic structures. With the limited number of historic buildings remaining in Scandia, designers are encouraged to look ��-- � -l for inspiration in the historic districts of other river cities from the same era, such as Stillwater, �''= ' Marine on St. Croix, Red Wing, and Hastings, Minnesota; as well as Osceola, St. Croix Falls, =' - '�=_,.,, ,� �: and Hudson, Wisconsin. For inspiration on historic Scandinavian Design, builders and � architects are encouraged to consult the library of books available at the Scandia City offices, = -_ -"� � or peruse the books available at the gift shops found in Gammelgarden, the Swedish Institute, . ��F �� , -,i�. : , _ or Ingebretsen s in Minneapolis. Other good sources for inspiration are stock photo websites � �- � � ' �� °• such as gettyimages.com or shutterstock.com (search "Sweden wood building" or"Norway -� �- wood building"). Outside commercial districts, Scandia's rural landscape is dotted with beautiful historic barns '�� : and farm houses. Institutional and other buildings constructed in Scandia's Agricultural Core ,% :; and General Rural areas should reflect the design, mass, and setback of historic farm �#., . buildings in the area, as well as the open or forested landscape of the surrounding area. ��'== Buildings in these districts may also choose to reflect rural Scandinavian design. �:: � ; (INCLUDE PHOTO OF STILLWATER PUBLIC WORKS BLDG & OTHER EXAMPLES) �� Applicability of Design Standards These design guidelines will be applied to new commercial, office, institutional, and multi-family residential construction and renovation projects in Scandia, both inside and outside of the Village Center. The architectural guidelines will generally not apply to established industrial uses. Scandia recognizes that the existing industrial structures reflect the functions and physical requirements of modern industrial uses and practices. Their character differs from Scandia's historic architecture, and to apply the architectural guidelines would not be practical in most cases. However, the landscape guidelines will apply; vegetation may provide visual interest to industrial buildings and help screen less desirable aspects of sites, such as parking lots. The architectural guidelines will be applied to new industrial structures that are adjacent to historic structures or that front on and/or are highly visible from arterial or collector roadways, to the extent feasible depending upon the function of the structure. Although certain architectural standards may not be applied to new industrial structures, the city will establish and enforce standards to ensure quality design and construction that does not adversely impact surrounding properties or community character as a whole. Page 3 of 42 Design Review Design review will take place concurrently with review of any other planning, zoning, or building permit applications required by the city. The City will develop application forms and checklists, which will be referred to the Planning Commission for design review. The Commission may consult with staff, consultants, or other experts or resources as appropriate to the project. The Commission will make their recommendations to the City Council, which has final authority for interpreting the guidelines and all city plans and ordinances. Applications for design review will be required for the following types of projects: • New commercial, office, industrial, institutional or multiple family residential structures • Accessory structures and uses, except those associated with a single family dwelling • Any structure or use for which a variance, special or conditional use permit is required. • Any exterior remodeling and/or site alteration to an existing office, industrial, institutional, or multiple family residential structure • All permanent signs • Any project that requires an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) or Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) • New or reconstructed parking lots of five or more spaces • Any modification to any structure originally requiring design review • Any Planned Unit Development (PUD) or subdivision Informal Review It is recommended that individuals, developers, and/or architects request an informal meeting with the City before beginning formal design work on their projects. This informal meeting may be with city staff, consultants, and/or the Planning Commission as appropriate to the project. An informal plan, narrative description of the project, rough sketches of building elevations or site plan elements should be provided to the City at least finro weeks prior to the informal meeting. The informal discussions will be advisory only, and will not be binding on the project proposer or the City of Scandia. Use of Design Professionals Please note that these guidelines and the informal review are not intended to take the place of professional design assistance. It is strongly recommended that builders retain licensed professionals such as architects, engineers, and landscape architects to design the building and site plan. Design professionals have the expertise to create comprehensive plans that meet both the builder's needs and the city's design guidelines. Ultimately, these professionals may facilitate a smoother design review process and save the builder time and money. Page 4 of 42 , , Source Proposed Standards Language Sample Photos • : • • � - • ' - . - . • . Historic buildings in Scandia are primarily Mainstreet storefront facades (Meisters, Scandia Mercantile, Big Marine Store) and a variety of buildings influenced by Scandinavian design and built by early Swedish immigrants (Gammelgarden buildings, Elim Church, Water Company building, early school houses). New Development: Scandia encourages builders to echo these designs in new commercial and institutional construction. With the limited number of historic buildings remaining in Scandia, designers are encouraged to look for inspiration in the historic districts of other river cities from the same era, such as Stillwater, Marine on St. Croix, Red Wing, and Hastings, Minnesota; as well as Osceola, St. Croix Falls, and Hudson, Wisconsin. For inspiration on historic Scandinavian Design, designers are encouraged to consult the numerous books available on Scandinavian Design. This section of the Design Guidelines is intended to educate builders on the design elements found in historic Scandia buildings. To enhance Scandia's community character, consider incorporating historic design elements appropriate to the style of the new building, such as front porches; cornices, parapets, and decorative corbels; and recessed doorways surrounded by display windows (see additional examples on page xx). White Bear, Mainstreet Storefront Facades: �- Northfield, Scandia A typical storefront is composed primarily of glass � ��" �------�' �� observations - �-----__ on the main level, with large picture windows at eye � � �4 �� level and transom windows above. Overall the main �f '_ `��'�"" '`�"�� r .�. *`=�� level has a very transparent feel, allowing the �___, ' ; � �' -"�`� pedestrian to catch a glimpse of what's inside. ` r--° _ � � A bulkhead (kickplate) is used below each display � + �� ` �, window. The lower fa�ade is typically separated r_ _ from the upper fa�ade by a cornice (ornamental trim � � �,, element to crown the storefront, sometimes called � ' � � : _ � _ � the lower or storefront cornice)or by a storefront �'��--- ' _ , sign in simple, bold lettering. The side piers (often � masonry piers) are the same material as the upper fa�ade. The upper faCade typically consists of smaller, evenly spaced, double-hung windows. An upper cornice defines the top of the building. Historic brick buildings often have decorative brick corbelling, with a ca on to of the brick ara et wall the ortion of Page 5 of 42 the fa�ade that projects above the roof). Other buildings, such as the Scandia Mercantile, use a decorative wood parapet wall with wood corbels. Doors also help define historic storefront � ` ��. ��;.. .�, architecture. Typical storefront doors were � � � � ' -. ., recessed, constructed of wood, and had a large ' � window above a single or double panel that = � complemented the bulkhead design below the � "` �� display windows. �`� �� ` �,� �� Canvas awnings are a typical feature of historic �"' � � ` g architecture, offering shelter to pedestrians and � :, � - ` µ. - ` , _ _ shade from the sun. , � � � _ �, � � �' �� _ r � , [SHOW ILLUSTRATION pointing to design .+� �� elements] � The proportions of new Mainstreet-style facades in $ ' '� the Village Center- particularly infill facades- _ f ;� �` �� should fit with the proportions of nearby buildings �' � � with regard to both width and height (see sample � illustrations). �" The style of new facades should be similar to that of "' _ nearby historic buildings, preferably echoing original �"� � ---�"'!"'- details when facades have been altered. Styles may � also echo the look of similar historic buildings in nearby cities from the same era (for example, - Stillwater, Osceola, Marine on St. Croix, Hudson). ��j �''`` 1 ,`..-� , w�� Special consideration should be given to the style � � ' ' � � �� ,��-�;;r > . and placement of windows and doors (see door �° � � + � � ,�Q �� section). Kickplates (bulkhead) below display windows are encouraged. Historic kickplates often �� . _ were made of wood panels, stone, brick, or ceramic ` "-' tile. f ��l�� ___ ` ° � �� :1 - Special consideration should be given to � - , construction materials. The use of red brick to echo � � -- --- - -. �, �-. the design of historic buildings in the Village Center � Page 6 of 42 � is encouraged. Red brick is a particularly relevant . � material because it was manufactured in Scandia. Other historic storefronts in Scandia used lap siding i - in a narrow reveaL � r � � �' Mainstreet storefronts tend to have a flat or slightly sloped roof behind an articulated parapet. New � '- � � buildings designed as Mainstreet storefronts should use a parapet wall that hides a primary roof that is � . ,— . ,; flat or slightly sloped (i.e., Scandia Store, Meisters). ' � ■ Encouraged Design Elements: ' • Recessed entries � - • Display windows with kickplates � • Transom windows • Parapet walls • Pilasters • Cornices • Corbels • Masonry piers • Red brick to match historic structures • Defined window lintels and sills • Ornamental masonry patterns that echo historic buildings in Scandia and nearby cities • Awnings Page 7 of 42 � �.. 5 � � .�.,�r;. ;�.-.�� ' , _._- �� Scandinavian Style Buildings `� � � ,, � \ 1t i ii.,._ _ . ` In 1771, Sweden's future King Gustav III returned to �� ' t � � '� _ # D � � �i �' �i " ; ��. _ � his native Sweden from the French court at " ' � a � p � � R � • � �.. ,��, . � ��-- -� ��---�-- Versailles upon his father's death. Gustav was .. � � `=-` � Building typical of inspired by French Neoclassical architecture and ' Gustavian decorative arts, which he introduced to Sweden ;� � � , y Neoclassical style in during his reign (Cederlund). The style inspired both sweden. urban and rural design through the mid-1800s, as � �� (Sturehofl -.-_" u�,..,,�,s evidenced in famous paintings of rural Swedish �_ . � � � r,, N� scenes by Carl Larson. ��`! � � ' ' �� p � : �� :a:,:� Style and Materials: � " ;,� Urban Scandinavian buildings were typically _ _: . i�s�"' constructed of stone or concrete, while rural Gammelgarden Welcome Center in Scandia ��;;, buildings often echoed their design using wood .► � construction. In Scandia, timber construction in the � �' I style of rural Scandinavian buildings is more � �� - � ";��;;:::�� , appropriate to enhance rural character. % Scandinavian architecture from the 1800s and early �s� � 1900s features symmetrical, rectangular shaped � - ¢� �` �:�... � ' buildings that are typically 1'/2 or 2'/2 stories tall. ' Rural buildings were typically constructed of wood, ; �' i often with horizontal timbers. Siding may be vertical � � � board and batten paneling (see the Gammelgarden -' '�� Welcome Center), vertical wood-on-wood siding, or i . � ____ ;, �- p 9 �: . , . . _ � - cla board sidin with a narrow reveal. ; - - ��,.R;.�.,,.�_ � Elim Lutheran Church Wood buildings are typically painted with red-oxide paint (deep red), white, or yellow-gold paint. Window and door trim are traditionally white. Another style found in historic Scandinavian architecture is flat-planed log with dovetail corners. This style is used in the Presthus and early church at Gammelgarden Museum in Scandia. Page 8 of 42 . ,. � � ; ? . � �,,.;� � �, �,..,�� , r r 'r ,> ; .� � . a1-.� r"' . ��` � �' �� Roofs: �� _ �' • � � r ,. , i 4 " � Roofs are steeply pitched to prevent heavy snow '�� `�� - � 3��_ ' cover, often with a gabled dormer(s) on the top half � : -� � �. ' '}� story. The roof typically has large overhanging � ` - � - - ��4 eaves. Roofing material is typically tile or stone. �� ( � r o ' R �' However, homes built by early Swedish settlers in �" � � � 1 1�-� - the St. Croix River Valley often had roofs made of - �� `� * � *,� `j wood. : __ - ��, }.�- _ . � � Presthus at Gammelgarden Windows: Windows are typically evenly spaced in a ;��- �� ,� i� � symmetrical pattern and are true divided light. Each - - _ building is defined by a distinct style of pronounced � � f _ lintels and sills, traditionally painted white. Window �� y ��' ''��, -� - � lintels supported by corbels were common elements � � _ ',,� ° �� F �� in neoclassical s le, and these desi n elements �� --- tY 9 ,- ��- n �� - i�,i� � �� i made their into rural timber facades using wood to " �� ,;.� +r ';;ii� �� , mimic stone (p. 12, The Swedish House). - <,,;� � 1� �� z,� _ � - _ '=� Be�rg`en, Norway �� ,,. � ��s��, ,�. � �� _ �f, �-�!rer , � i... �,' -- � ( v "`., '. _ . � `'��j��"'"�'f I , , , S � _ � •�.r , � ��,,,.�_.._ __ _ , . , _. ___ _ e� a� '� A: ,� �.� „ \ `� "— I� � _'� �' �� ,,._ �� '"�..,� 1n � ao s� ; a� ��o ea ; � , . � , � _� � �� ; �� ,�� ,- -�. � � �'r,— . i;t , . y�:� .',`;�i� ,�t. - ..��. ♦.�. y f 1� 1i�� i .: 1 {� �: �� r� . . �. � ��T`.� C,y'„ �..� ..` . - �� . _� 'o� _ _... Eidsvoll, Norway Page 9 of 42 �, � �� , Doorways: _ _ ,�``�----��...�. Distinct doorways also define Scandinavian ` j buildings. Doors are constructed of solid wood, - �I �� '� sometimes with windows. Older doors on ` ` ..__ commercial buildings sometimes had wrought iron f H��ST°RP��E '� - � ° �'��`" "` , .:. �,.�. �.. �� details. A gabled entrance is sometimes used. �� . , ��" • ' -- Countr side in Sweden � -�-_�� . �,�,�. r_:: i-.� _ � � �� . , �t�� - � ,.�l�/ ',v .�r �, � �� _s � a'r'" �`"k : � ,,'_` . e �� — . -�-i � �'�•:�' , . ��, �� d :.�y � �� x�.c' 11 �� _ � i �; �� I li, ,� ,1 ' ;'i ' ,� .� •� 11 1� �I� 11 'I 11 � i i � il t� y� �I I 11 �I fl � � f � ; _ � � '�� I, � . _ , ___. - � ' ' ; � .:_ � �.. � r� . _ : . , ► �,F r- . • h,�! Resources: i -_ -� � � " For inspiration when designing Scandinavian style -R-,. buildings, developers are encouraged to consult the "�� city's library of books on Scandinavian design or �� , peruse the books available at the gift shops found in Gammelgarden, the Swedish Institute, or Ingebretsen's in Minneapolis. Other good sources - for inspiration are stock photo websites such as � .+� gettyimages.com or shutterstock.com (search -�-' "Sweden wood building" or"Norway wood Arboga, Sweden building"). Page 10 of 42 ii�t. - - il 111 a ° '��.' , ��e� i" ll tl �i ii ii '� 11--AE-- A e � � � !1 11 11, " �.�►��. >. u 1� �� a w ; 11 l� !� ir n �I� �� li� .,r. ¢ �: �r . :� !6 �� d s a. wwwshunerstock.com - 3d70002 Page 11 of 42 � � � _ The exterior design of buildings in the Village Center and Rural Commercial Nodes should echo architectural themes of historic buildings in these areas. Architecture in the Agricultural Core and General Rural areas should mimic the design of historic buildings in these areas, such as barns and historic school houses. Buildings in these districts may also choose to reflect rural Scandinavian design. All new development in the Scandia Village Center(downtown area) should strive to encourage a strong pedestrian scale. Consider the pedestrian the primary user, and don't allow cars and parking to drive design. Both the building itself and the design of the street/sidewalk should invite pedestrian access. White Bear, North General Guidelines ` '� ' ' ' � ��=*� '` � ' � : , : � � � -t , � St. Paul, Scandia � ��F�-rt`"��'�� `u�, `5 �� .,�. � observations � ,b 'r;,� , ., ,` ,�u , ^-t � ,� ��':�; •=� Facades: � ;. Facades of large buildings should be visually � ' broken into bays to avoid the appearance of large, �: k y .. '. T blank walls. Visual breaks in the fa�ade should be accomplished by alterations in the plane of the -�.+w :� fa�ade; height of the fa�ade; changes in materials, �, � � color, texture, or pattern; and/or the addition of - - " ' ; �,,.. columns, pilasters, and/or windows. ��' �_�...,�.—. � ( _ � t�- , �,_�; � Buildings should be designed with a definable base, �`` � ` '�i--�' + � " � = � ,- -� = _: � . _ .�.; .�,.�: .. middle and top. Cornices and parapets, if .Y-:::�.-�--�-'- ' 'Wy".A«. $„ z_. appropriate to the historic style, are encouraged to J �� A �� .~� �� define these sections of the building. Two-Story or 1'/2-story appearance One-story buildings should be designed to simulate a 2-story or 1'/2-story appearance. For example, a building may be designed with a steep-pitched roof that includes dormers with windows, or a building may simulate a Mainstreet storefront with windows at the appropriate height for a second story. First floors with a ceiling height of 9 to 14 feet are encouraged to allow for design that incorporates transom windows and historic design. Maximum Hei ht Page 12 of 42 � Commercial buildings may be up to 2 stories at a �� _=- maximum height of 35 feet. Exceptions will be ��.�` considered by variance for certain architectural � � _ - � elements. _� l_ f _ , , - " " Q'� Street Frontage la�� Buildings with street frontage should have the ��' . primary first-floor entrance on the public sidewalk. Rooflines: � � Rooflines should reflect those of existing historic � buildings. Infill buildings in the Village Center should � � use rooflines similar to adjacent buildings. Non- gT � storefront style buildings are encouraged to design �`-'' - ,.... � � � with steeply pitched roofs to echo the design of � � � historic buildings such as Elim, Gammelgarden �,,�-�' �"�" buildings, the water company building, and historic - `�� school houses. ;,;�-•-'��,� ��ioi , ..+al.�„� � '=�,. .�. Roof materials: �� Roofing materials should be the same or look �� similar to those used historically. Acceptable roof � �, I � materials include asphalt shingles in subdued ��. �i colors, tile, metal that mimics tile, and cedar shakes. Other materials will be considered if appropriate to � the architectural style of the building. Encouraged Design Elements: Builders are encouraged to use design elements that make a site pleasant to view and attract visitors, such as courtyards, decks, and traditional front porches. Design elements that are encouraged include: • Gables • Gabled entrance/porch, such as Gammelgarden, Scandia Cafe, Vet Clinic, William O'Brian Welcome Center • Front porches such as Meisters and Hay Lake School • Patios and courtyards such as Elim Church, MiCasita, Scandia Cafe Page 13 of 42 • Dormers such as Gammelgarden, MiCasita • Outdoor sidewalk seating such as Meisters • Canvas awnings • Recessed front entrance surrounded by display windows, particularly on storefronts • Pilasters • Cornices, parapets, and functional or decorative corbels if appropriate to the architecture • Planter boxes • Defined lintels and sills on windows • Steep-pitched roofs except on storefront style buildings. Inappropriate Design Elements: • Trademark architecture (buildings that are identified with a particular chain restaurant or store and are reproduced in generally the same form and color regardless of location—NSP). • Glass curtain walls � Expansive blank walls (define size—more than a certain percentage of the fa�ade) • Mansard roofs Drive-throughs and canopies: Style and construction materials should be integral with the architectural style of the building. Page 14 of 42 Osceola, Renovation and Alterations: Northfield Original details and materials that contribute to the historic significance of the building should be preserved whenever possible. When a historic building has been altered, renovations should aim to return it to the original form. Repairing deteriorated architectural elements is preferred over replacing; repair may be done by patching, piecing in, splicing, consolidating, or using other recognized preservation methods. If replacing features is necessary, the new materials should match whaYs replaced in design, color, texture, and other visual qualities. If false fa�ade materials have been applied, renovation is encouraged to uncover original building materials. Use approved procedures for cleaning and refinishing. Some buildings in Scandia use a soft brick, making it difficult to remove protective surfaces such as paint. Sandblasting should be avoided in these cases. Paint color is encouraged to mimic the original material, i.e., consider using the color of red brick for buildings that were originally constructed of red brick but have since been painted. Building additions should follow the architectural design and character of the original building. Re-use of existing buildings is encouraged, rather than tearing down buildings. For non-historic buildings, renovations are encouraged to echo historic architectural themes existing in Scandia. Page 15 of 42 Multi-family Residential Development in Village Center: Duplexes, Multi-unit townhomes, condominiums, apartment buildings Multi-family residential units should follow the guidelines for General Building Design included in this booklet (see page xx). Reduce the prominence of garages in the design of multi-family residential buildings. Garages should be located at the rear, along the side, or on an alley. Height: Maximum 2 stories, no more than 35 feet high. Storefront Design: Residential use is encouraged over storefronts (e.g., apartments over retail space). Page 16 of 42 � � . � � I � I � • � Windows and doors create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere, inviting visitors to enter the store and shop. Display windows, typically with transom windows above, are a common feature in historic storefronts (see the Mercantile building, Meisters). Display windows are clear glass. Transom windows typically are clear, divided light, prism, or stained glass (see the building next to the old Mercantile building). A typical storefront is composed primarily of glass on the main level, while the upper faCade has smaller, evenly spaced windows. Operative windows typically are double hung and often true divided light. Doors also help define historic architecture. Typical storefront doors were recessed, constructed of wood, and had a large window above a single or double panel that complemented the bulkhead design below the display windows (see Mercantile, Meisters). Doors in typical Scandinavian buildings are solid wood, often with wrought iron details (see Gammelgarden Welcome Center). Canvas awnings are a typical feature of historic architecture, offering shelter to pedestrians and shade from the sun. In addition to being an attractive feature, modern awnings can serve the purpose of signage (show sample building from White Bear). Northfield, Doors: White Bear, Doors should present an attractive and inviting entry to � - �� ; .. �- �.,- -_ � - '� :� �'' , Stillwater, the building. Wood is the preferred material, but wood -- �; - . . - -- �l1`� Topeka, clad with aluminum in a baked enamel finish may also :� ` ; �� j Scandia and be used. Alternative materials in keeping with the � - � � ' ,>--- ,�, ��'; ;� r ; Sweden architectural style of the building may be considered. T�,' c observations , ` On new construction, true divided light doors are an �r : • � ° attractive option that reflects historic style. - _" � ' � ` � -- ; � ' �:�� Doors should be set in punched openings in the wall _ _ � ��: plane. Flush mounted doors are not appropriate to Recessed doors on Mainstreet storefronts historic style. The door style should match the historic style of the building being constructed or renovated. When replacing doors on historic buildings, duplicate the original design and material to the best extent possible. Mainstreet Storefronts: Historic storefront doors typically have a large vertical area of window or windows, usually at least 70% glass, to invite edestrians in. Recessed doors are encoura ed Page 17 of 42 for Mainstreet-style storefronts (see photos). Avoid using solid doors in a glass storefront. �:� Scandinavian Doors: — �� X.'�; ----— Distinct doorways also define Scandinavian buildings. *� -- Doors are constructed of solid wood, sometimes with �� .� windows. Older doors on commercial buildings �� sometimes had wrou ht iron details. ",� � � ��i� � g �� 1 1 �� Inappropriate Styles: . - - � � Colonial style doors ` � � -- �'"` • Residential-style doors True divided light doors • Unpainted aluminum doors _-__-_-- _—_- • Very decorative designs = _ - Ff') • Colored, tinted, opaque, smoked, or reflective glass _ --_ - _-- • Non-functional boarded doors _ ��ouE,� • Bars on door windows � _ � n � �.- , _ . Scandinavian style doors White Bear, Windows: ; �=� I �. � � p _ Northfield, Windows should be set in punched openings in the wall � �. '`" ' Scandia and plane. Flush mounted windows are inappropriate for , _,�_ .,,.. Sweden historic design. Pronounced window lintels, extending ,__--. ---�..'�r�� ,. ., observations sills, crowns/hoods, and supporting corbels are ; �� _ encouraged. ' � �""-- �� ..,�.. ��. :�- Windows should be wood or wood clad with aluminum in '; - �� :. Rr •1 ;� . a baked enamel finish. Other materials may be t '�� __ _ considered if they are appropriate to the historic design. �""� - ' � When replacing windows on historic buildings, duplicate Transom windows the original design and material to the best extent possible. Avoid using a large, single pane of glass when the original building used multi-paned glass. Mainstreet Storefronts: Page 18 of 42 Buildings designed as historic Mainstreet storefronts , typically use large, clear glass display windows with '"""" � �� "� �` transom windows above. True divided light windows ,'�",1 :� were also sometimes used. A bulkhead (kickplate) is ��. ' ;. encouraged below each display window. �¢ � � Transom windows may be clear, divided light, prism, or stained glass. _ Windows on the upper level should be double hung, �-� � � � _ �_ � preferably true divided light. The size and spacing of ''� .�+� .� -'� -�_ : ..:..,�, ' � --� � window mullions dividing the sash should be appropriate � - .f ' , � �s �;� � ,4 � � I for the building s style, as should the size and division of *� 4 �_� -� � � � window sashes. The spacing of windows on the upper ��,Mv' r.��, � - -'�, R '�� floors is also important to the building's design and should reflect historic architecture in the same style as the building (see sample drawings and photos). �� ' ,., _ _ -.*-"^-�,-„_,�____-..... ,- Scandinavian Style: �"'�' .�, :.�: � : Historic Scandinavian-style architecture should use true '- �- t �=�� -'-�-.. � ,.Q...f� . �•... �_:,_„ ,,. divided light windows. Window trim should follow - �-{:. ` �"' 4 . ..._ �.- . .' � + Y .�� traditional Scandinavian architecture, which typically �- -� ,�. uses a pronounced style of lintels and sills and � � �� sometimes incorporates corbels. Window trim is rypically � painted white. � Rural Structures :� ,�,�.��,.. • . Scandia's rural landscape is dotted with beautiful historic � - _ _ bams and farm houses. Architecture in the Agricultural - Core and General Rural areas should mimic the design �� -�.,.�� ,,.- �� ti �4-�-,. :-.�;,-. of historic buildings in these areas, such as barns and : � _ � � � = - ��.,.�_ -._ � �� historic school houses. Windows should be double hung, s �� R � : '�`�"""'��~ `_... - ` �'�`Y`" -� and true divided light is encouraged (see historic ��` �` � �`• �°�-�--___ � �� ---�'� � Creamery photo). Wood shutters may be used if �� T� �"�� -`�� ' y�x a p p r o p r i a t e f o r t h e b u i l d i n g s t y l e (s e e V a s a s c h o o l). � ��'� � � •• �� i Other materials and design elements that maintain the " " �`-`�^ ; ��- _ ,,.�� integrity of the style and are equivalent in look and ,�,,,�,, quality may be considered. "°�"� - . -�-:�� * � �x „ ,� ;,: •�x �� ..-.Y r Inappropriate Window Design: �:...,....�..� � . _ • Un ainted aluminum windows Page 19 of 42 • Colored, tinted, opaque, or smoked glass except in � . _ transom windows - '� � • Barred windows '_�- • Boarded windows �-- • Glass curtain walls � - _ , -_-_ � - __ f . �— ; _. ; .,._ . ,__ -- _ __ .. ._�,.�_,......�.....__....� _._ s __�__._.n�- . "��j�►��,'"'-,s. Y � 1 e � �� . { ".i"� l�� .�. . � �3 e��.�"�'. �� ` ,L+l, �i` """rn�"�� „�"��, ' � `��s �.�;� �. ., � ,: , .,, ' � , Northfield Hardware: Window and door hardware in appropriate turn-of-the- century styles—now readily available through many dealers—is encoura ed. Northfield, Awnings: Stillwater Select awnings that closely follow the shape and design of awnings used on historic buildings of the same style and era. Fixed awnings should mimic the profile of operable units (one-to-one pitch). Awnings should use water-repellent canvas or vinyl- coated canvas material in a color that coordinates with the building and its surroundings. Solid colors are preferred, but stripes may also be used if the colors coordinate with the building. Awnin s ma be retractable or canvas-over-frame. Page 20 of 42 The awning should fit the storefront opening. Do not extend the awning across several storefronts. Allow ample clearance above the sidewalk or store entrance (awnings should be a minimum of 8 feet above the sidewalk). On Mainstreet-style storefronts, the awning should be placed above the transom windows. The overhang depth should be a minimum of 3 feet and maximum of 6 feet. (NSP) The awning valance (or skirt) should be proportioned to the size of the awning but may be no more than 12 inches in height(SW). Inappropriate Awning Styles: • Bubble, concave, and convex awnings • Awnings made of vinyl, fixed metal, plastic, asphalt shingle, shakes or other wood, fiberglass, or shiny/slick finishes on fabric/canvas • Awnings that are transparent • Awnings that are backlit • Ripped, torn, dirty, or otherwise improperly maintained awnings Page 21 of 42 • . • - • i • • Signs on historic buildings and storefronts had a distinct character that played an integral role in the Mainstreet experience. Signs were simple, bold, and well-crafted using natural materials. The lettering was in a clear, minimalistic style. Signs in keeping with such historic styles are encouraged. A signage plan is required for approval when replacing signs, adding new signs, and when building a new commercial building. Topeka, Storefront Signs Stillwater Location: ~`-=,-�� . Orient signs to pedestrians and/or slow-moving cars. ��"' • Traditional locations for signs on commercial buildings include: � . , ;.. - On a canvas awning '��` , �� •*�. - On the window glass or glass door(see Stillwater example); historic window signs were painted, etched, or 1� ;. , gilded. No more than xx percent of a window should contain � i- "`` � � ,��; � signage. _ � - Mounted flush to the building facade in the panel �y �� Y�-"'-� � -;;: �'` , , __ ., . �., F� above the awning or transom windows " '�" � � 6�,y - On the transom window area ,� � _ N� r. .X; ._ _. _ -� � Projecting outwards from the building and oriented �KK� "' ~�`` _ -� � " �q, to pedestrians. �u F � s�� "� - Architectural signs integrated into the building and made of permanent materials such as stone or metal, often _ �: 4: located in the roof parapet detailing or in cornerstone detaiL �n� � �-, • Generally speaking, business signs typically are not located on j ^�� the upperfacade. � �sy � ,� • Signs painted on buildings will be considered on a case-by- 1', - , case basis. They should reflect historic design. ""� � ; � � � j �, ��. � `— � ! ,.��. � _� �y� -� Materials: `� — _�� Signs should be made of natural materials such as wood or metal. Painted signs on wood are encouraged as they are consistent with historic design. Newer materials that simulate natural wood may be acceptable. Supporting brackets for projecting signs should be black metal. Page 22 of 42 Lighting storefront signs: --- • Backlit signs are not appropriate to maintain a historic feel. �,� ,,; =`-�� _ :R: • If lighting is desirable, spotlights mounted on the building '�' � � ;` � =_� -� j� ., I �Y � ��< surface or on the ground and aimed at the sign are appropriate. . � `��./ � � _ i �4 ..�.:.i� . . . :. / �� -�-�-�----:i • Neon signs are acceptable inside the storefront window. G � ` :.� � �� . � 3 � „''"""..",..� 1 r � � � Inappropriate Lighting on Storefront Signs: � i � � • Flashing, blinking, and rotating lights. ��.+ ��" � '; - {� � � �. ��• Neon lighting outside the building � • Backlit signs z�j '�,, • Internally lit signs ��_., • �� .Q • LED digital signs (text and images) • Individually lit sign letters --- , _ • Raceway lighting � �� • Fluorescent tube lighting -� �, ��i. ��.�, • Lighting that doesn't fit with the historic character of the building ' ;� � � � � ,,_ ; or district � — _ �� -- � � �. - � Design: _ • Signs should be kept subordinate to the building and fit within the existing features of the facade. • Signs shouyld not cover up architectural dptays on the building. a - / :� f ,, � -. '_,' _ , � • Window si ns should not obscure the dis la area. � : . 1 � ^� . Sign colors should complement the colors of the building. '�'`r '� • Signs should be clear, concise and easy to read. � ` L • Storefront signs should display the business name only, using -"��ti�.� ` �� . � r.r ,, ' , ��` > one line of lettering in simple, bold letters. ` `�` ; � -� Y '} " � ...y ��'""'..�„_�_^ � . ._.t • Window signs are applied directly onto the glass of storefront �BA��y � � i` �, � �` �: ' � r -� windows by painting, etching, or gilding. Keep the lettering '�4�_i> � _� � ''`:-� ; `.:� sma l l an d consi der arc hing t he top line o f tex t(see i l lus tra tion). : �� ,- • Projecting signs should be small and simple and use materials �. r, I;� consistent with the historic era, i.e., wood signs with metal _ brackets. r ;-. Multiple-tenant buildings: "��'` T� iri►�...�..+�-�.',,�...�...�:��-� �°w..°_,�",. . - � A signage plan is required for approval. On buildings that house multi le businesses and re uire multi le si ns, strive for harmon Page 23 of 42 and repetition so that signs work together. Minimize the number of fonts to avoid chaos. Consider using a common lettering style on each sign. Use colors that coordinate with the building and with other signs. Using print in a consistent size, style, and coordinating colors helps make it easy for passers-by to read and absorb information. Signs that compete with each other for attention using excessive colors,fonts and logos create chaos, preventing people from absorbing information. Simplicity is key. • When designing, view the building as a whole and plan a unified design strategy for signage • Use the same shape and style for all signs on the building---typically signs on simple, framed rectangular boards. Consider using long, narrow signs that span the full width of each storefront. • Subdued colors are encouraged, such as forest green, brick red, dark brown, black, off white, and gold. • If the building has a free-standing sign, match the colors and font to the individual store signs. Consider giving the building a name and making that the predominant message on the free-standing sign, with business names in smaller print below, all in the same font(lettering style). • : • • • . • - Hilton Head A signage plan is required for approval. Each building may <� � 1 = : , _ ;� _, ,S _i�"' Y} � '.!� have one monument sign. The design of signs should reflect � ��' "" � the building design, using the same/similar materials and E� � � ' design elements. Signs should provide strong visual interest �---------� ^ and use high-quality construction. j� ;' � ■ ' �r" � � � . _ �`�', •' . -x�. „�-i , . . , The use of three-dimensional design is encouraged, such as ; � � ` � I i�� ; : carved wood signs or raised wooden/metal lettering. � __ _ 4 : ��`' ��`'-' ;�III�`:I��;; , , �� % styles to the building signage. Consider giving the building a , d;' t f ' name and making that the predominant message on the �'','z �� free-standing sign, with business names in smaller print � ,�� ,, below, all in the same or similar lettering size and style. `�� : Using print in a consistent size, style, and coordinating colors .�. ;< helps make it easy for passers-by to read and absorb information. The amount of information on signs should be no more than is necessary to provide reasonable identification of the business. For additional details, refer to Scandia's sign ordinance. Sandwich Board Signs Each business may use one sandwich board sign near the store entrance constructed of painted wood or chalkboard. The sign may be up to 2'x4' and must be placed in a location that does not interfere with pedestrian traffic. Sandwich board signs should be brought inside after business closing. Flags: Up to 2 country/state flags may be flown per business or building. Pennant flags are generally not appropriate to historic design. Sign Landscaping: Landscaping that includes shrubs should surround the sign on all sides and extend at least three feet out from each side of the sign to help blend the sign into the site. Sign Lighting: If lighting is desired, spotlights mounted on the ground and I aimed at the sign are appropriate. See the sign ordinance for additional details. Inappropriate Lighting: • Flashing, blinking, and rotating lights. • Neon lighting • Backlit signs Page 25 of 42 • Internally lit signs • LED digital signs (text and images) � Individually lit sign letters • Raceway lighting • Fluorescent tube lighting • Lighting that doesn't fit with the historic character of the building or district Inappropriate signs: • Signs attached to trees or utiliry poles � Signs that move or give the impression of moving • Roof signs or signs where any portion of the sign extends above the roof of the building where the sign is located • Any sign that emits a sound, odor, or visible matter such as smoke or vapor • Any sign or sign structure that obstructs the view of, or may be confused with, a traffic directional/safety sign • Abandoned or dilapidated signs • Banners or pennants • Internally illuminated signs, neon signs, or signs that contain a visible light source • Inflatable signs or balloons of any type • Portable signs that are not securely attached to a building or to the ground, unless otherwise permitted • Any sign that exhibits statements, words or pictures of an obscene or pornographic nature Page 26 of 42 � • . - . White Bear, Visible construction materials should be the same or �� ; �i: � :. , �' � -� . .: � ��,; `�c�' ` Scandia similar to those used historically. New materials may ?_� �F , Observations be considered if the appearance is similar to historic ' �"� �`� p . `� materials. The same construction materials should be J ' �'`�'� � � c �� .� . ;- �,- Y ,H used on all sides of a building. , ' � � . ; �' '. Encouraged Construction Materials: �1 � � � . . y � r ,= � The following materials are encouraged for use on §� " a � � j � � ,- the exterior of buildings. � � -: 4 :.:• • Standard size clay brick in colors used in �- - '"�=� �` �.: Scandia's historic architecture "°"�' � ��; • Fiber cement lap siding (e.g., James Hardie, r�� :{4 ��"�;`z :.-��;:_-��'� CertainTeed) Flat-planed log with dovetail (x-plane?)corners. • Stained or painted wood lap siding • Flat-planed log with Scandinavian-style � ■ dovetail corners �:. • Wood board and batten siding (e.g., the welcome center at Gammelgarden) • Natural or cast stone • Cementitious stucco _ �j • Other materials appropriate to the building's � ,� �� ; ' architecture may be considered by the city �� ,� , � _.� _, u.- _� . _ �__ , � � � � _ y� � � �� -� . ,'__ W _;_ _ . , , _ - - --. - -- t - � . � �, _ . � . -_. , - � i� �� !, W.�. � I� � �� .0 111! 1f - V :�.: (Il '' ..� j� � Brick—red brick encouraged. The brick used in the original � - portion of Elim Church was manufactured in Scandia. _�� ,�. - _'�� i � � :r�_� :� ,� .� � ,�- Page 27 of 42 Fiber cement lap siding mixed with cedar and stone. White Bear, North St. Paul Inappropriate Construction Materials: • Concrete masonry units (CMU) • King-size, queen-size orjumbo brick • Aluminum, vinyl, or steel siding or panel systems • Exposed aggregate (rough finish) concrete wall panels • Exterior insulating finish systems (EIFS, "Dryvit") • Glass curtain wall systems • Plastic • T-111 Composite plywood siding • Clear finished wood • Veneer siding • Glazed brick • Synthetic or stamped veneers • Shiny materials (e.g., unpainted metal or chrome, polished stone) • Precast concrete • Other materials not consistent with the historic character of the district Page 28 of 42 • • Topeka, Color plays an important role in how well a building fits into its environment and should be considered when designing a new Stillwater building or when renovating an existing building. Colors should be compatible—and not compete with—the colors and tones of nearby buildings. Whereas tasteful use of color can provide variety and charm, the use of bright and multiple colors to attract attention can overload the senses and cause visual chaos. A good source for paint colors appropriate for historic commercial buildings is the "heritage" or"historic" paint colors offered by man aint manufacturers. Topeka Colors: To create a harmonious effect, colors should coordinate with the natural materials used on the building (i.e., the color of brick or stone, etc.), as well as with the colors used on adjacent buildings and buildings throughout the commercial area. In the village, use of brick reds and tans from existing masonry are encouraged. Accent colors should complement the colors of natural materials used in the building and its immediate surroundings. Subdued colors are encouraged, such as forest green, brick red, dark brown, black, off white, and gold. Painting: The paint scheme for commercial buildings should typically consist of no more than three colors-one major color for the body and two accent colors for the primary and secondary trim. The color of the predominant building material (e.g., brick or stone masonry) should be considered the major body color. Muted color schemes are most appropriate. Bright, eye-catching colors should not be used. Avoid painting masonry that that has not previously been painted. It may be necessary to repaint masonry that is already painted because it is not feasible to remove existing paint. If paint removal is not feasible and the body of a masonry building must be repainted, it is best to use a paint color similar to the natural color of the masonry substrate. Likewise, when previously painted brick or stone trim, such as window lintels or sills must be repainted, they should be painted a color to match the natural color of the material. Accent colors should be used primarily on wood trim such as window frames, storefront frames, and bulkheads, not on mason details. Page 29 of 42 ' • - Setback: Central downtown of the Village Center: The setback of new buildings in the Village Center should match the setback of nearby commercial buildings, which are typically located immediately on the sidewalk to promote a strong pedestrian scale. Streetside parking is encouraged. Small parking lots may be placed to the side and rear of buildings. Village Mixed Use outside central downtown area: In new areas of development outside the central downtown area (such as along Hwy 97), buildings are encouraged to design with minimum setback. To the extent possible, place buildings in the context of existing buildings —with approximately the same setback. Parking should be to the side or rear of the building (i.e., Prairie Restoration). Rural commercial nodes: Buildings are encouraged to design with minimum setback. Place buildings in the context of existing buildings —with approximately the same setback --to the extent possible. Parking should be to the side or rear of the building to allow more green space along the road. Buildings outside commercial zones: Buildings should follow the appropriate ordinance regarding setback. To the extent possible, parking should be to the side or rear of the building to allow more green space along the road. . � - Scandia aims to protect natural resources and to maintain its rural character, including views of farmland and green space. To maintain and enhance green space, parking lots are best placed behind buildings and to the side. The use of large parking lots as the primary feature at building entrances is strongly discouraged. On-street parking is expected in the Village Center. Parkin lots should be broken u with landsca e islands that include trees and shrubs. Shade trees are encoura ed to rovide Page 30 of 42 relief from summer heat. In an effort to help protect the city's lakes, ponds, streams, and the St. Croix River, landscape islands designed as rain gardens are encouraged to capture stormwater and allow it to soak into the ground. Trees and shrubs are required to screen parking lots, and use of shade trees is encouraged using species that minimize seed shedding and root problems. Breckenridge, Placement: Stillwater, White In order to promote a pedestrian atmosphere in the Bear Lake village center, and to promote a green landscape along the roadway in other areas, parking lots should be placed to the rear and side of buildings. Screening: Screening and buffering with trees and shrubs around parking areas is required to screen the parking lot from residential areas, streets, sidewalks, and other buildings. Earth berms and hedges are also useful. Shade trees are encouraged to provide relief from summer heat. If a parking lot is being added where there is already natural vegetation with trees and shrubs in the area, such as natural forest, it is preferable to preserve the natural vegetation for use as a buffer. Additional plantings should use native species placed to look like part of the existing vegetation. Parking Lot Landscaping: Parking lots should be broken up planting islands that include trees and shrubs. Shade trees are encouraged, using species that minimize seed shedding and root problems. Where appropriate, rain garden planting islands are encouraged to help absorb stormwater run-off. For additional stormwater retention details for parking lots, see the Scandia ordinances. A few large planting islands are more practical than several smaller islands because they are easier for snow lows to navi ate. Consider the turnin radius Page 31 of 42 of snowplows when designing the parking lot and landscaping. Plants that can sustain heavy snowpack should be considered. See the city ordinances for details about the required number of planting islands. ' - - . . With the emphasis on placing parking lots to the rear and side of buildings, the sides and rear of buildings should be designed in a similar fashion to the front. Buildings should be clean and well-maintained on all sides. Rear entrances with a welcoming appearance are encouraged, including the use of a small sign, awnings, display windows, and planter boxes. See Prairie Restoration as an example. Buildings should be designed using the same construction materials on all sides. � - . . • - . . • • - - - • North St. Paul, With the emphasis on placing parking areas to the rear and sides of buildings, it is especially important to provide Stillwater attractive, well-maintained screening for utility areas and mechanical equipment. The visual impact of utility areas and mechanical e ui ment should be minimized to the best extent ossible. Rooftop Mechanical Equipment: Rooftop mechanical equipment should not be visible. If inechanics are placed on top of buildings, screening must be incorporated into the design of the building so that it does not appear as screening but rather as a desirable architectural element. Screen all Sides: Screen on all four sides of utility areas and mechanical equipment, including exterior trash and storage areas, service yards, loading areas, transformers, air conditioning units and other mechanical equipment. These areas and equipment should not be visible from streets, parking lots, sidewalks, and nearb buildin s includin homes . Page 32 of 42 Design: Screening materials and design should be compatible with the building and site design. The same materials considered acceptable for building design are acceptable for screening (see page xx). The use of architectural elements in the design of screening is encouraged. It is preferable to integrate screening into the structure of the building. Underground Utilities: Underground electrical and gas service is required for new commercial buildings. Meters should be located at the rear or side of buildings and hidden as best as ossible while still remainin accessible. • • • : • • Lights on buildings should reflect the historic style of the building and should utilize methods to preserve night skies. Outdoor lighting should be designed to light only the area needed for safety and security. For more information, see the general lighting section of these guidelines, as well as Scandia's ordinances. Exterior lighting on buildings should be architecturally integrated with the building style, material, and colors. Lights may be flush with or may project from the building wall but should be shielded so that no light is emitted above the horizontal plane of the bulb. For buildings with porches, consider using recessed lights mounted on the underside of the porch. Inappropriate Lighting: • Flashing, blinking, and rotating lights • Neon lighting outside the building (neon signs are acceptable in storefront windows) • LED digital billboard lighting (lettering/images) • Individually lit letters • Raceway lighting • Fluorescent tube lighting • Lighting that doesn't fit with the historic character of the building or district Page 33 of 42 • • Scandia wishes to preserve the beauty of night skies. The goal of the city's lighting guidelines is to permit reasonable use of outdoor lighting for nighttime safety, utility, security, and enjoyment while simultaneously preserving the ambiance of night. Scandia's lighting guidelines aim to: • Curtail and reverse any degradation of the nighttime visual environment and the night sky; • Minimize glare and obtrusive light by limiting outdoor lighting that is misdirected, excessive, or unnecessary; • Conserve energy and resources to the greatest extent possible; • Help protect the natural environment from the damaging effects of night lighting. International Lamp Shielding: Dark-Sky All lighting should be designed and installed to be fully Association shielded (full cutoff) so that no light is emitted above Simple Guidelines the horizontal plane of the fixture. for Lighting Fixtures should be mounted in a way that prevents Regulations the cone of light from crossing any property line on the site. See the city ordinances for exceptions to the guidelines. Wattage: Use the lowest wattage of lamp that is feasible. Controlled Timing: Whenever possible, turn off the lights, use motion sensor controlled lighting, or incorporate curfews (i.e. turn lights off automatically after a certain hour when businesses close or traffic is minimal). These are easy and fast ways to incorporate dark-sky practices. Hilton Head and Landscape Lighting: Breckenridge Lighting that adds to the visual quality of a site is encouraged, such as low-wattage landscape lights along walkways, driveways, and within landscape areas. Low-level lighting can also softly emphasize architectural elements in a buildin usin downward- Page 34 of 42 directed lighting. Soft uplighting may be considered if the illumination is contained within an overhanging architectural element. Steps should be taken to eliminate glare and light trespass. Scandia Street Lighting and Parking Lot Lighting Observations To the best extent possible, street lighting and parking lot lighting should use lighting at a pedestrian scale using lamp posts that match lighting in the public streets. Breckenridge Gas station lighting: Canopy fixtures should be flush with the lower surface of cano ies and should be full shielded. Breckenridge Inappropriate Lighting • Unshielded fixture or lamp for outdoor lighting • Searchlight • Laser light • Backlit cano or awnin Fences should have a modest, low-key appearance to enhance the natural, rural setting of Scandia. Fencing should be chosen that fits the context of historic or rural structures, such as white picket fencing in a rural setting or wrought iron fencing near a formal structure. For Scandinavian style buildings, natural wood fencing in a Scandinavian style is encouraged (see the fence in front of Gammelgarden). Fencing should be constructed of natural materials, such as wood or stone. Other materials that mimic natural materials may be considered. Chain link fences are not appropriate for a rural or historic feel. Page 35 of 42 I � 1 � � I � _ � � � � I Vegetation, both natural and planted, plays a key role in maintaining the rural character of Scandia. Native plants contribute to the natural setting that Scandia residents have come to love. The city has large areas of natural forest and prairie, and the city encourages preserving existing forest, mature tree stands, mature vegetation, and prairie. When choosing the location for a building site, consider placing structures to minimize the number of trees to be removed. New landscaping should use native species and aim to supplement existing vegetation to provide a natural, harmonious setting for buildings, parking areas, and other construction. Landscape buffers and planting islands are required for parking lots (see the Parking section of these design guidelines for more information). Buffers are also desired to minimize the visual impact and preserve rural character when buildings are placed along major roadways, such as Hwy 97, Hwy 95, Manning Trail, Olinda Trail, and Oak Hill Road. Where natural forest exists, it is preferable to preserve existing vegetation and use it as an undisturbed buffer—infilling with native trees and shrubs as needed— rather than cutting down existing native vegetation. Breckenridge Maintaining Existing Vegetation: Established trees and vegetation should be maintained on new construction sites to the extent possible. If trees along the street or highway must be removed during construction, replace them with native species in accordance with the city's guidelines for reforestation. New Vegetation: For new construction along major highways or roadways (e.g., Hwy 97, Hwy 95, Manning Trail, Olinda Trail, and Oak Hill Road), a variety of native trees and vegetation should be planted along the road to preserve and enhance Scandia's natural, rural character. The creation of natural forested areas— with trees and natural vegetation —is encouraged. Osceola, Hilton Planned Landscaping near buildings: Head Planned landscape areas should be used to provide visual interest and to screen less attractive parts of sites. Locate plantings along fences, walks, foundations, porch edges, and around monument si ns. Page 36 of 42 Buildings should be designed to allow landscaping around the foundation to help break up areas of pavement on the site. Landscaping should be included as an integral part of the site plan. It should complement the architecture of the building and soften the appearance when viewed from the roadway. Landscaping may also be used to highlight important architectural elements of a building. Consider incorporating outdoor seating areas in the landscaping plan. Window boxes and large potted plantings are also encouraged. Trees along boulevards and in sidewalk islands: When renovations are made to existing sidewalks that abut the road, and when new sidewalks are installed in this fashion, planting islands should be created with shade trees to enhance the pedestrian experience and to provide shade in the summer. For sidewalks that include a grassy boulevard, shade trees should be planted along the boulevard. Use species that minimize seed shedding and root problems. Pay attention to overhead utilities. When planting under power lines, for example, use understory species that won't grow to the height of the utility. Landscaping to define circulation: Use landscape elements to define circulation patterns and pedestrian paths. Consider using border plantings, fences, a change in paving material, and a change in elevation to define walkways, for example. Elements used should be compatible with the historic character of the area. Page 37 of 42 � ' • i • • The design and color of accessory buildings should be compatible with the building and site design. The same materials considered acceptable for building design are acceptable for accessory buildings on commercial property(see page xx). - - • • Page 38 of 42 • . • � � • � • BalUSter SW A short post in a series supporting handrail and thus forming a balustrade. Bay (SW) An outward projection of a wall with windows, or a division in a wall seen as space between iers or columns Belt COurse Narrow horizontal band projecting from exterior walls, usually defining interior floor levels BR BIOCkIng The plain course of stone surmounting the cornice at the top of a building; also a projecting COurSe SW cornice of stone or brick at the base of a building. BOOrTttOW11 Boomtown architecture refers to the 1-2 story, woodframe commercial buildings built in the late Block building �gtn century without architectural detailing. The Boomtown type usually has a false front upper (NF) facade that conceals the true roofline, giving the building the larger appearance. The style is sim le with maximum utilit . Bracket Support element under a roof overhang, often decorative rather than functional. n ll j 3�- Bulkhead The bulkhead (or kickplate) helps protect the display window by raising the glass above the (kickplate) ground to a more easily viewed height. Materials used in turn-of-the-century architecture NF, SW included wood panels, stone, brick, and ceramic tile. CanOpy SW A projection or hood over a door, window, niche, etc. Cap The topmost member of a vertical architectural element, such as a faCade, projecting with a drip as protection from the weather. Ca ital SW The head or crowning feature of a column. Claddin SW An external covering or skin applied to a structure for aesthetic or protective purposes. COIUmn SW An upright member, designed to carry a load. CO In SW A capping or covering to a wall, either flat or sloping to throw off water Corbel A bracket, usually supporting a cornice or arch. Corbelling A projecting cantilevered layer of brick or stone that protrudes out from the layers or courses �SW� below. The purpose of the corbelling is usually decorative although it is also commonly used to form a ledge to support something, such as the cornice on the top of a building. Corner quoins The external angle or corner of a wall distinguished decoratively by either dressed stone or brick. Often laid in alternatin lar e and small stones. Cornice (NP, A projecting shelf along the top of a wall or top of a building often supported by brackets. It TP, SW often includes ornamental trim work, usually at the meeting of the roof and fagade wall. It Page 39 of 42 typically consists of bed molding, soffit, fascia, and crown molding. The cornice defines the top of the building and emphasizes the relationship of the top of the building to adjacent buildings. Historic brick buildings often have decorative brick corbelling to define the top of the building faCade, with a cap on top of the brick parapet wall (the portion of the facade that projects above the roof). Col'nlCe, lOw2� The lower or storefront cornice is an ornamental trim element to finish or crown the storefront. or storefront TP, NF DentilS (SW) Small brick blocks or toothed wood decorative member found in classical or period architecture in cornices, or in other horizontal bands on buildin facades DiSplay The display window is an assembly consisting of glazing and framing. It can be designed to Window (NF, allow for street and sidewalk viewing of displays. SW) Large display windows on a storefront link the pedestrian environment to the store, giving shoppers a glimpse of what's inside. Display windows are clear glass, never reflective as this would create a blank-wall effect and not invite the pedestrian inside. Typical turn-of-the-century storefronts were at least 60%trans arent lass. Dormer(P) A window set verticall in a small able ro'ectin from a slo in roof. Eaves (NNF) The lower ed e of a slo in roof which overhan s the face of a wall. Elevation $W The fa�ade of a building, or the drawing of a fa�ade. Fa�ade (Sw) The face of a building, especially the principal or front face showing its most prominent architectural features. False Front A vertical extension of a building farade above the roofline to add visual height. SW FaSCIa (SW, A horizontal band located between architectural moldings. It may consist of two or three fascia, buildeazy.com) one projecting over the next, and sometimes separated by narrow moldings. The front facin surface of trim above the soffit but below the roofline. Fenestration The arrangement of windows and doors in a building. SW Gable SW The triangular part of an exterior wall, created by the angle of a pitched roof with two sides Hipped roof A roof with pitched or sloped ends and sides, which rise from all four sides of a building. SW Ke stone The centrally located wedge-shaped stone of an arch that locks the arch together. Kickplate The kickplate(or bulkhead) helps protect the display window by raising the glass above the (bulkhead) 9round to a more easily viewed height. Materials used in turn-of-the-century architecture BR, SW included wood panels, stone, brick, and ceramic tile. Lantern/faux An "old-world" looking light fixture. Page 40 of 42 � � lantern Lintel (NSP, A horizontal beam or member above a door or window that supports the wall above the faCade SW opening. Masonry Pier A masonry pier is an arrangement of stone, brick, etc. to form a structural compression (NF, TP) element that supports the load of the upper faCade. Masonry An arrangement of brick, stone, etc. to create a decorative pattern in the upper fa�ade of a �attern storefront. ornamental masonry attern MuIIIOnS SW The frames or divisions within multi-pane windows Muntin (SW) The vertical part of a door, screen, paneling, etc., butting into, or stopped by, the horizontal rails. Parapet wall A low protective wall or upstand that extends above the edge of a roof or a balcony. NNF Pediments Triangular area at the roof. The gable end of the pediment is surrounded by the cornice � ' � molding. A pediment can also be a decorative element over a door, typically supported by � �.. # � ; � columns. In Scandinavian architecture, pediments were sometimes used over window lintels , supported by corbels. ° � + ,'�,� � i I ' ��j� t.� i Pief(SW) A solid masonry support, as distinct from a column, the solid mass between doors, windows, and other o enin s in buildin s. Pilaster SW A shallow pier or rectangular column projecting only slightly from a wall. Pillar SW A freestanding upright member,which, unlike a column, need not be cylindrical or conforming. Recessed The entrance can be recessed (set back from the main walls)to allow for protection from the entry (NF, BR, weather and to protect sidewalk pedestrians from doors swinging outwards. TP Rid e Ole P The horizontal beam at the ridge of a roof to which the rafters are connected. Sash SW The frame that holds window panels and forms the movable part of the window. Sense of Place The essential character and spirit of an area derived through its local distinctiveness. Shutter(SW) A rectangular wood or cast iron piece, set on hinges and used to cover a window or door. Historicall used for securit or to rotect window or door o enin s from natural elements. SIII The lower horizontal part of a window frame. Rid e (SW The horizontal line formed by the junction of two sloping surfaces of a roof. SOfflt (SW) The underside of any architectural element. Most commonly used to refer to the underside of buildin eaves. Storefront NF, Historical storefronts were composed almost entirely of glass, creating a sense of openness Page 41 of 42 TP and inviting pedestrians in. Transom A transom window is a pane of glass above the display window or the entry door separated by Window (NF, a horizontal bar of wood allowing for additional natural light. The transom windows can be SW TP) operational to allow for ventilation. For historical storefronts, the transom windows functioned ' as energy savers, allowing sunlight to penetrate the store and provide heat in the winter.When operable, transom windows could be opened to allow excess heat to escape. Transom windows contribute to the transparent quality of a storefront and are an important element in desi n. Upper facade The upper facade windows in a storefront design are glazed openings in the upper faCade to WindOw admit light and air. The upper faCade in a storefront has smaller, evenly spaced windows than (storefront the storefront below. Operative windows typically are double hung and often true divided light. desi n TP, NF WlndoW A supporting piece of stone or decorative wood that supports the window crown. bracket NF Window crown The upper termination of a window, such as a pediment. The window crown is often N F decorative. Window hood A decorative element at the top of a window. Often made of brick, cast iron, sheet metal, wood, s��.T� (NF) or stone, the hood is designed to keep water away from the windows. ' ' � � Window lintel The window lintel is a horizontal structure member over the window that carries the weight of (TP) the wall above. It is often made of stone, brick, or wood. WindOw A strip of wood or metal separating and holding panes of glass in a window. The combination muntlns of muntins and glass creates a grid system dividing a single sash or casement into smaller (Wikipedia) Panes, called "lights"or"lites." Until the middle of the 19th century, it was economically necessary to use smaller panes of glass, which were much more affordable to produce and fabricate into a rid to make lar e windows and doors. Window sash A window sash is the framed part of the window that holds the glass in place. Window sash also may refer to the part of the window that moves. Window sashes are typically found in double-hung windows, in which the upper sash is positioned above the lower sash. The lower window sash can slide up until it is nearly parallel with the upper sash. WindOW SIII The window sill is the horizontal bottom member of a window frame.The sill can be made of (NF, TP) brick, stone, wood, etc. Sources: Stillwater(SW), North St. Paul (NSP), Northfield (NF), Topeka (TP),White Bear Lake (WBL), Breckenridge(BR), North Norfolk (NNF) Page 42 of 42 Scandia's Com r�sive Plan Scandia Design Standards --- — � Committee Meeting Scandia Vision 2030(excerpt): O Srandia is kno�n thronghout the area as a rural small town with a unique character and histon'.The.illage remains the center of social mmmunih�ac[i�i[ies. Gammelgarden attrac[s people to leam about Minnesota histon�and enjoy a slice of Swedish culture.Rural buildings endowed wi[h Scandia's his[on�and identity are preserveA or incorporeted into development and rede��elopment,and family �i71vE z,zoo9 farms can stiil be found Mithin the cih�.Structures in the�illage(store,old bank, o[her store fronts)are recognizable fmm old pho[os and other areas with distinct communiq�or historic charecter such as Big Marine,Copas,and Otis��lle retain their uniqueness.... I �a '�,, ` � ��i :;�,F� � � _1 � ,Y. -�� Scandia's Comprehensive Plan Scandia's Com rehensive Plan � � Design Standards Initiatives: Design Standards Initiatives: Genera]Goals and Policies Lu Goel t:Meinlein the cdys uniqua rualarcf smelFtavnchereaerand ns (ok,take a deep breeth..J retural lendscape while accommodatirg a reenoreble amounl of new devebpmM ihet mnlrib�les to,iathar ihen deVads tiom,thet cherecler. � LU Pdicy 1.7:Esfablish elaMards to eroira ihal new devebpmert � respoMs w tha suroundirg IardsceDa aM Meservee acenic.hiewric ard retu�al resources wharever possible. ,,, � �` �u r�p.�,.�w.no�sn.c.yy�.�.�:tiwdry e��rq zor:rg amr�s.r�d ,••1. � aeate new zoring d'slricts that ere competible wdh the pderted mix a( Ynd usas dascribed in eech Compreheraiw PYn tUire krd use arees. � � wl..... Scandia's Com rehensive Plan Scandia's Com rehensive Plan � � Design Standards Initiatives: Design Standards Initiatives: General Goals and Policies General Goals and Policies LU Implemenlatlon Shategy 1.7.4:Expbre the feesibilfly ot inXieling LU Pdicy 1.�:Emphesae aensiti�rily to oommuMy cleracler in new 1N310lIL preservetion efforts thet vrould encounge the presarvetion oF davebpment erd redevebpment,whether ihet che�adx is ezpreeaetl by historic buildirgs,such as a rawlving grarl or ban progiam tor(aqede mp��s liatoric butlirgs,egricuLLual views and acliNlies,relual rewurce,sceric views.aanc s�cies,a yuial seninp,or aner elemerts lrrt a'e:npon.nl w LU knplementation Stra[egy 1.7.3:Wqk with Washinplon Counly ihe Cilya reaidenls. HetoricalSociet andGammel�erUentop�ovideeducefnrelmaterrelsto residenls abo�l ri,a cay5 nffia�b��a��s em sa�,�ng techniques such LU Im mentetbn Str 7.1.1:To /otecl Scantlie's commWt as seasorel tours o(Muldirgs in Ihe villega center or awerds for ezemplery � °� � Y renovatiore. cheiaclx,de�ebp slendards or guidelines for the deegn d narv devabpmert aid redevebpnerl ere naeded. LU Implamentallon Strategy 1.7.4:Encou�age D�eservin8 hisloric lendmark buildirgs-such as bems,villege cerMer slnH:lves,hisloric bg homes-starting wM1h en irrver�ory end de�ebping prtgram crM1erie to idanlify stnwl�es. Scandia's Com rehensive Plan Scandia's Com rehensive Plan --- . 0 _ ------ .-- — � — Design Standards Initiatives: Design Standards Initiatives: Village Mixed Use Goal and Policies Village Mixed Use Goal and Policies LU Pdiry Y.1:Encousge commerciel,otfice,IimM1ed induslriel,resideMiel, LU Vdiry Y.Y:Piovitle for eesy pedestrien mo�emenl in the villege cenler i�uldulbrel and civic uses that complemenl ezisting uses and use pettems. end mnnecliore to sunounding arees. LU Implamantatlon Stralegy Y.7.Y:Eslablish design sUndaNs ard lU Im guidelinas to arts�e thet rew commerciel buldings relkct'dowrkown' patfnvays bng elexisting end�new streets wkhin t�lage ceeMxn cherecter in their s¢e,messirg,setbacks,and other ari�ibules.Pmmote end consider devebping pedeslrien connacl'anc whare streels ca�xnt ihe use of guidelines(or new buiklings to encourage erchileclural connect neighborloods wNh tha villege canler. dasign that is mmpatible weh Rs surtouMings. LU Impbmertallon Stretegy 2.1.3:EslaDlish design stendeNs to impiove the qisldy ard appeeiance o(IigM industriel devabpment in the villege ceMer. Scandia's Comprehensive Plan Scandia's Com rehensive Plan V O Design Standards Initiatives: Design Standards Initiatives: Village Mixed Use Goal and Policies Village Neighborhood Goal and Policies LU Policy Y.3:Creete an enhenced and ecoromically heetthy villege LU Goel 3:Establish gmwlh ereas surounding ihe Villege Cer/ar,inlended to cenler. suppon primanly sirgle end mullipla family residerniel usas on bt sizes ��a u�a,�u��r9e�rn s��. LU Mnplemenlatlon Strategy 2.3.3:Coraide�reguletory aM firenciel incentives for pmgiams lo ancouiage ezistirg buildirg owners lo meke LU Pdiry�.1:Encouage single-and muMiplafamNy rasidential uem thet cherges lo meel design stendards for lhe preserveton,edeptive ere mmpetible wdh adjecenl lend�aea end use patlarru in the villege reise,ard design impmvemM W axisting traddiorel structues. cenler aM rdlecl the charecler of ihe villege aree. LU knplamarteNon Stnhgy 3.1.2:Esleblish dmign atenderds aM guidelines lo ansve ihat new resiAeMiel buildirgs ere compelibb wdh existirg historic buildings in tertns of buldirg heigM end massing, plecemenl on the bt.end gerage ard drivewey plecement. Scandia's Com rehensive Plan Scandia's Com rehensive Plan _—_ � _ � Design Standards Iniriatives: Design Standards Iniriatives: Village Neighborhood Goal and Policies Rural Commercial Areas Goals and Policies LU Goel 71:Rewgnae the value of the Cilys historic nrel commeiciel areas LU Pdiq 3.3:Encovege devebpmerl of rew neighborfoods that relate and crosaroeds stores. to their retural aettirg. lU Pdky 11.2:Encouage addRiorml oommacial ard xrvice buinasaes wl�ere commerael uses wsted historicaAy and oor�inue to be maiNnined,bU LU Implemartetlon Stretagy 9.3.1:P�ovide pedeatrien access W rot in other erees of tha City. perks and treils and commundy destiretiorrs. LU knplemerRatlon SVetegy 11.2.1:Esleblish design alsMards W ersure thet new comme�ael buuilydings reFlecl tha historic cherecter d their LU Impbm�Kedon SVelegy 3.3.3:Coreider lardxepirg sleMards suroundings in thew s¢e,massirg,xtbecks and dher alVibUes. for new developmerl abrg the public rigYraf-way. LU Pdiry 11.3:Merege paAcirg end pedeslrian cilculetion in historic hamlets to ceM traffic and encourege walkug arxl bikirg. LU NnplemerRadon Stratyry 11.3.1:Impm�e pedealrie crossirgs. corsider inaelletbn o(sidewaYcs eM waAcweys in AeFnetl arees,erd ra�k wilh businasses to impmve sigrege iw perking areas.peUa erd Uails. Scandia's Com�hensive Plan Scandia's Com rehensive Plan ._ --- _----- -- � -- -- ---- —— ---- � — Design Standards Initiatives: Desig�Standards Initiarives: Economic Development Goals and Policies Economic Development Goals and Policies ED Goel 7:Strmgthen the villege cenler of S<andie as the focal part of ecoromic ED Pdiq 7.2:IOenldy infill oppaturMiea end prona�e new canme�ciel irrva�ImeM Ihet and communLLy aAivity. creates synergy wilh existing businesses. ED Pdiry 1.1:Work wdh village cenler land ard building owners to meinlein aM ED ImpkmsKatlon Stratagy 1.2.1:Wak wah bcal baNcs and economic devebpmerl ipgisde their buldirg farades and pmperties mreistert wilh the villege's amell er�ilies to cree�e oppohunilies tor erbeprenaus to use empry w urden�sed commerciel tavn image aM historic cheraaer. buitlirgs in the villege. ED ImplemerMetion ShNegy 1.1.1:Craste archXeclural design guidelines ED Implameifetlon Stratagy 7.4.Y:Corqider redevebpmeM slretepies in lhe villege wdh exemples to guide facade impmvemenls. core to reessemble lend and devebp buildirqs that both meel desiiad design BtaMeNs ard are atlraAive to businasses slarling,experding,or rebcetirg to S�andia. ED Implamenletlon Strtlegy 1.1.7:Irneslqete incentive prt�grams such as small giaris w(ree tlesign assstance to encourage buildirg ard property impmvemeM. Scandia's Com rehensive Plan Scandia's Com rehensive Plan � � Design Standards Iniriatives: Design Standards Initiatives: Economic Development Goals and Policies Economic Development Goals and Policies ED Pdky 1.5:In the raview of new Dwiness devabpmerts or experebru,requre tha use ED Goel 3:Encoirage smal businasaes and erArepreneurs in and a'oud the vilage of Ighq�sldy materials,buiMing designs that are competible wdh the hialoric cheraclx cenler. of tha aree,erd IeMsceping that resloras the retural rural cherecter o(lhe area. ED Policy Y.1:Create lend use end zoNng elendards thet encouage busineaees wilh ED Implementetlon Strategy 1.5.7:Craete design slardeNs includirg erchfeclural end size end alrw1ues appmpriata iw viAege carleYs buitlirg ir/restruclure. IeMuaDing slandaNa mraistent wilh a�istoric dasign pettem lhel providas mrtimily ED InqNmanbtlon Strabgy 2.1.1:Se1 me�unun a¢e liniteliom/w oommxcel witMu restriaing individ�sGty. building foolpriMs. ED knplemerRatlon Stre[egy 1.S.Y:Consideriormirg e design slenderd advisory ED Implemenlation Strategy Y.1.Y:Imeetigete ahndarda tlet dixouage famiie committee to reviea propoaels end meke recommendetiors on design to iha Plennirg food mieblishnerts. Commission. ED Impkrtwtiadon Strrie(ry 2.1.7:Pmh�il fnncMee arohitectire or aqrrge. Historic Scandia Character Historic Scandia Character � � Sense of place Historic design elements in Scandia: Pedestrian scale:"You can walk around town,take a stroll through • Red Arick(manufacmred in Scendie) Gammelgarden or the cemetery,and stop at the store for an ice cream. • TimMr mnstruction,including eaemples of Fwrizontal clepboerd siding,�rtical baerd- The awnings,outdoor ealing areas,and porches invite you in.Scandia end-betten siding,end Flet-plened bg mnstruclion with doveteil mrners has an identity that is diHerent than anywhere else." • Naturel building materieLs • Dcwbk-hwgwindowF,truedi�ldcdGghtwindows,tn��somwindows,diapleywindrnvs • R�vsstxl entries Historic Architectural Styles found in Scandia ' A��& • Porches and petios • MainsVeet-stylestorefronts . pa,��„H�,�,,,;�,�,�� • Scandinavian-influenced architecture • Deu�reti�e gables end gahkd entrencas • Rural/agricultural architecture(e.g.,barns,rural school houses,and ' Stecply pitched mof� farmhouses in Agricultura]core and General Rural areas) • Signs projecting from M1uildings • Defined GnteLs and silLs,dripaap trim on windows • Sidewrelk dining • Outdoorspeces Historic Styles: Mainstreet Storefronts � Historic Sryles: Mainstreet Storefronts _ �— -_ __ _ , -- _. � � ��. �� .z. ,___-` �'�'"�'__,_;'',"'';� �.�� `=.= � ;. _ -----_.. <`- -_ .� - x� �v��'"'."'.�-��—-------___:._ ... � . __ _ _ %�� , _�4�,. , , � �' . . _. . �- - ;� � _ �� a _' "t'--"�"'�—,f",�''� ',: . � '' � ' • , .. _, '� ; ,v � __.. ,,. . . pq . .. � A ;� + �,�.� �' �� ! � , S i .. � _...� . a.�,;—� , , j w . � -- � ;�,. 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'� , .... �.._ � L+_!.a �� Ideas from the Design Committee Economic Development&Historic Preservation -- _ _-- -- — - � ------- Q --.. • work with an architect/landscape architect to come up with an overall Historic Presen�ation References in the Comprehensive Plan plan for the V'illage Cen[er(sidewalks,landscaping,lighting,etcJ • Work with an architect to design a new City Hall that can be a visible �u im�m.�xaeton snaw9y�.�a:Ewwre u�e reearoiiay or ini��u�h��o� eXam le of the desi n Standaids Preservetbn effats ihe�woild encourage the presanetion of hisloric buildirgs,such P g as a rewlvirg gren or ben program for fasade imqooements. • Save the water company building • Come up with creative ways to raise funding for fagade and sign LU Implemantetion StroUgy 1A.3:Work wilh Weshirgton Couray Hisloncal Society improvements that meet the guidelines(Osceola example) and GammelgeNen to piovide educetiorel materiels to residerYs eboU tha CRys Mstoric buiNings and silea,wirg technpues such es seesorel tours of buildings in ihe • Promote the idea to Washington County to build a"Washington County villege ceMer or awards for exemplery rerovstiorvs. Welcome Center'in Scandia • Recruit desirable businesses to Scandia LU ImplemanteNon Stretegy 1.7.1:Encourege preserving hislonc lerdmark buildings -such as bems,villege cenler slruclaes,histaic bg homes-slerting wdh en invertory • Starl an Economic Development/Hisroric Preservation Cotnmittee to end devaiopirg vm9rem axerie a iden�y afnluues. work on these and other projects Economic Development&Historic Preservation v -- Economic Development References in the Comp Plan ED Pdiq 1.2:Idenlily infiN opportundies and pmmote nea commerciel im.esimerrt thet craetes synergy xith exisling busineaeas. ED Implemenlatlon Stratagy 12.1:Work with bcel barks and economic devebpmeiY enlRies lo create opportunilies for eMrepreneixs W use empty or underused commerciel buiMirgs in the villege. ED Implertwntallon Strategy 1.4.4:Cornider rede�ebpmenl sUategias in the villege core to reeaxmble land and deoebp butlirgs that both meet desired design ataMards end are attrecli�.e to businasses alarting,expanding,or rebcatirg to Scandia. CITY OF SCANDIA DESIGN STANDARDS COMMITTEE * Members Appointed February 17, 2009 ** Members Appointed March 17, 2009 *** Members Appointed May 5, 2009 + Member Appointed May 18, 2009 to serve through duration of project Susan Rodsjo (Chair)* Dave Hume* 21450 Pomroy Ave. N. 14939 Old Marine Trail Scandia, MN 55073 Marine on St. Croix, MN 55074 433-3917 433-4253 Susan.rodsio(�a,fontiernet.net Dave.hume(c�lb�ann.com Scott T. Westphal* Connie Amos* 20685 Quinnell 21980 Parrish Rd N. Scandia, MN 55072 Scandia, MN 55073 433-2722 433-5772 elimsw(a�frontiernet.net te1e87201�a�,aol.com Margie Dreher* Jim "Moose"Malmquist ** 23497 Meadowbrook Ave. N. 14670 Scandia Tr. No. Scandia, MN 55073 Scandia, MN 55073 433-5728 433-3782 scandiastore(�a,frontiernet.net Mooseno8(c��mvdo.com Dan Sandager * Wayne Schmitt** 20021 St. Croix Trail 20769 Keewahtin Ave. Scandia, MN 55073 Forest Lake, MN 55025 433-1488 433-3536 �sanda�(c�aol.com wschmitt(�a,mvwobo.com Wayne Brannum * Sue Fitzgerald *** Sala Architects 13900 202na St N. wbranum(a�salaarc.com Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047 433-1441 Peter Curtis + sue fitz eg rald(a�hohnail.com 12555 Morris Trail N. Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047 433-4031 Arkytek44(a�aol.com STAFF: Anne Hurlburt, City Administrator 14727 209�h Street Scandia, MN 55073 433-2274 a.hurlburt(a�ci.scandia.mn.us