Morrisville Unified Development Ordinance - May 2020

Article 5: Development Standards Section 5.9. Building Configuration andDesign 5.9.10. Buildingand Design Standardsfor the HistoricCrossroads Village andMain Street Districts

Figure 5.9.10.B.5: Architectural Elements, Colors, Materials - Historic Crossroads Village District.

6.

Retention of Historic Building Materials

Retentionof original historic buildingmaterials is encouragedover replacement.Whenreplacement is required, replacement materials shall be constructed of the same material as the original to the maximum extent practicable. 7. Window Materials

Vinyl clad windows shall not be permitted.

8.

Adaptive Re-Use of Residential Homes a. The adaptive re-use of residential homes for nonresidential uses, such as an office, restaurant, or small retail store is strongly encouraged in the Historic Crossroads Village District. The residential character of these uses shall be preserved by maintaining:

(1) Original window and door openings;

(2) Existing porches and other decorative elements original to the residential structure;

(3) The landscaped character of the front yard setback; and

(4) Other distinguishing features of the home.

b. In cases where ADA compliance would impact the aesthetics of the primary front entrance, a secondentrance which is ADAaccessible shall be established to the side or rear of the building, to the maximum extent practicable. If located on the side of the building, the entrance shall be on the interior edge of the structure and not adjacent to the street. (See Figure 5.9.10.B.8: Adaptive Re-Use of Residential Homes - Historic Crossroads Village District)

Morrisville, NC

May 26, 2020

Unified Development Ordinance

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