Morrisville Unified Development Ordinance – September 2018

Article 5: Development Standards Section 5.9. Building Configuration and Design 5.9.9. Building and Design Standards for the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) District

b. Roof Materials The type of roof material (e.g. shingle, metal) shall vary throughout the development. These varying materials shall be visually apparent as seen from the ground. Fenestration Each facade on a multifamily building facing an existing or proposed street, public park, greenway, or residential support recreation facility shall be configured so that at least 35 percent of the facade wall from grade level to the top of the parapet wall or underside of the eave is comprised of windows and/or doors. (See Figure 5.9.8.C.4: Fenestration.)

Figure 5.9.8.C.4: Fenestration. Side and Rear Facades

Although the front facade of a principal building is expected to be the primary focal point in terms of architectural character and features, all sides of a building shall incorporate architectural detailing and windows that complement the front facade and provides visual interest. Blank walls void of architectural detailing are prohibited except where necessary to meet Fire Code requirements (e.g. adjacent to parking garage). Building Footprint A multifamily development with three or more buildings containing dwelling units shall include a variety of building footprint shapes. To achieve this, the buildings can be ”l”, “L”, “O”, and “U”- shaped. (Ord. No. 2016-001, 05/10/2016) Building and Design Standards for the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) District A. Applicability In addition to the exterior material and color standards in Section 5.9.4, Exterior Facade Materials and Colors for All Development, the following building organization and design standards shall apply to all non-residential, mixed-use, and multifamily development within the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) District. 5.9.9.

Morrisville, NC

September 25, 2018

Unified Development Ordinance

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