Article 23, Section 23-5
Dimensional standards
Density
Height & bulk
Housing
- Single-familySingle-family dwellingOne dwelling unit on its own lot, usually detached from its neighbours.
- prohibitedProhibitedNot allowed in the district at all, short of rezoning or a variance.
- Two-family
- by_right
- Three-family
- by_right
- Four-plus family
- by_right
Servicing
- Applies near
- Sharp Street, ChurchReligious facilityA building used for organised worship, often with halls and schools attached. Street, Court Street, East Hicks Street, New Hicks, Sharpe Street
- Geographic extent
- The districtZoning districtA mapped area with one set of rules, identified by a code like R-1 or B-2. shall be bounded as follows: The districtZoning districtA mapped area with one set of rules, identified by a code like R-1 or B-2. shall be begin at the intersection of Sharp Street and ChurchReligious facilityA building used for organised worship, often with halls and schools attached. Street, and proceed up ChurchReligious facilityA building used for organised worship, often with halls and schools attached. Street to the intersection of Court Street, proceed down Court Street to the intersection East Hicks Street, proceed up East Hicks Street that turns into New Hicks until the Sharp Street intersection, proceed down Sharpe Street until the intersection of ChurchReligious facilityA building used for organised worship, often with halls and schools attached. Street. All buildings fronting this described boundary line would be in the historicHistoric districtAn area where exterior changes need design review to protect its character. overlay districtOverlay districtA second set of rules laid over the base district, adding requirements without replacing it..
Uses
Permitted by right29
- restaurants
- cafés
- bakeries
- florists
- dry cleaners
- banks
- pharmacies
- antique shops
- arts and crafts supplies
- book stores
- general retail stores
- apparel
- pet shops
- tobacco shops
- hardware
- general office supplies
- telecommunications retailers
- hotels
- hostels
- government offices
- libraries
- health and human services buildings
- college offices
- classrooms
- college bookstores
- residential apartments
- condominiums
- townhouses
- mixed-use buildings
Accessory1
Prohibited1
Extracted standards
38 individual requirements pulled out of this section’s prose, each with the sentence it came from.
Density
- Minimum density for apartmentsMultifamily dwellingA building of four or more dwelling units. Where zoning is most restrictive./condominiums30 du/acdu/acreDwelling units per acre — the number of homes allowed on each acre of land.
Any future new residential structures or development within the district shall be a minimum of 30 units per acre for apartments and condominiums or a maximum of 30 for mixed use buildings.
- TownhouseTownhouseA single-family home sharing side walls with its neighbours, each on its own lot. density
While there may exist some instances for 15—18 units per acre townhouse densities, such as along borders and gateways.
Fencing & walls
- Maximum fence heightMaximum heightThe tallest a building may be, given in feet, in storeys, or both — whichever binds first.4 ft
The type of fencing acceptable includes 4 foot wood picket or iron fencing that is of a wrought, mission, or other ornamental pattern subject to the approval of the district commission. Fencing is prohibited throughout the district except for areas that may be specifically dedicated to screening.
Landscaping & trees
- Landscape plan approval
Within those areas where land uses are primarily residential, any major landscaping alterations shall be submitted to the district commission for approval in the form of a landscape plan that includes the species of plants and their position on the property.
- Permitted landscaping
Permitted landscaping within the district shall consist of street trees, hanging baskets, planter boxes, and roof-top gardens or xeriscaping.
- Street trees list
For a list of acceptable street trees, refer to the Lawrenceville 2008 Revitalization Plan, Appendix E 'Shade Trees'.
Lighting
- Lighting style
Public lighting styles for the district shall be contiguous throughout streets and public spaces, unless otherwise needed for special circumstances.
Other
- Ancillary structure building codes
Any ancillary structures used for residential purposes must follow existing general building codes of the town.
- Bench material
Benches shall reflect the historic nature of the Town and be made of durable material, preferably cast iron. Benches shall be constructed with center arm rests to avoid sleeping.
- Bollard use
Bollards shall be used as either permanent or temporary (removable) barriers to vehicular traffic in key locations within the district.
Corner buildings shall incorporate side walls as frontage, with windows and awnings so as to encourage visibility and attractive street-life.
- Crosswalk material
Crosswalks shall be constructed of a brick, stone, or masonry material and be of a compatible color.
- Curb extensions
Where possible crosswalks shall include curb extensions to increase pedestrian safety and street attractiveness.
- HeightMaximum heightThe tallest a building may be, given in feet, in storeys, or both — whichever binds first. differential with neighbors
Neighboring buildings shall maintain an equal or single story differential.
- Kiosk design
Informational Kiosks shall be made to reflect the historic scheme of the district, allow areas for public information, and town and county message boards.
Both the Lot Coverage as well as the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) shall follow the traditional pattern of existing Main Street buildings.
- Architectural massing
The architectural massing of buildings should show a defined base, middle, and top segments.
- Material compatibility
When replacing building materials within the DISTRICT consideration shall be taken to insure compatibility with existing historic materials.
- Maximum awning projection over sidewalk4 ft
For all non-dining, general uses, awnings and canopies shall generally be encouraged for all buildings at the ground level and shall not extend more than 4 feet over the sidewalk and not less than 3 feet from the building.
- Maximum bollard heightMaximum heightThe tallest a building may be, given in feet, in storeys, or both — whichever binds first.40 in
Bollards shall be used as either permanent or temporary (removable) barriers to vehicular traffic in key locations within the district. They shall be made of a style complimentary to rest of village amenities and be between 30" and 40" high and between 30" and 60" apart.
- Maximum building width80 ft
The architectural massing of buildings should show a defined base, middle, and top segments and shall not exceed 80 feet in horizontal width on any one street facing building.
- Minimum bollard heightMaximum heightThe tallest a building may be, given in feet, in storeys, or both — whichever binds first.30 in
Bollards shall be used as either permanent or temporary (removable) barriers to vehicular traffic in key locations within the district. They shall be made of a style complimentary to rest of village amenities and be between 30" and 40" high and between 30" and 60" apart.
- Minimum crosswalk width6 ft
Crosswalk width should be no less than 6 feet at both end and mid-block crossings.
- Minimum storiesStoreysHabitable floor levels. Whether a basement or attic counts is defined by the local code.2 storiesStoreysHabitable floor levels. Whether a basement or attic counts is defined by the local code.
single storied buildings are not permitted.
- Newspaper stand location
Stands shall be conveniently located at strategic locations within the district adjacent and parallel to curb.
- Newspaper stand capacity5 periodicals
Newspaper and free periodical or informational stands shall be singular units that house 4—6 periodicals, painted dark brown or black.
- ProhibitedProhibitedNot allowed in the district at all, short of rezoning or a variance. facade materials
Reflective glass and exposed cinder block is not permitted.
- Public art
Public art that is approved by the Historic Overlay District Commission is encouraged.
- Retain historicHistoric districtAn area where exterior changes need design review to protect its character. features
Exterior features upon the primary building that are of an original or historic character shall be retained or incorporated during new construction. This includes, but is not limited to, walls, windows, roof lines, doors, paint colors, general building materials, fencing, walkways, and landscaping.
- Screening material
Screening shall be constructed with the intent of matching the materials and characteristics of the adjacent buildings.
- Screening required for utilities
Proper screening shall be employed to trash collection areas, loading areas, transformers, and HVAC systems.
Stories above 2 are acceptable within the district when this set-backs are followed.
- Continuous street wall
Careful attention toward building frontage shall ensure a continuous street wall with building orientations that are parallel and address the street, avoiding gaps between facades.
- Typological details
Various details that exist in Lawrenceville's historic buildings should be emulated as often as possible such as unique and historic windows, doors, signage, cornices, finials, etc.
- Utility screening uniform
Where public utilities are concerned the Town shall maintain a uniform design and type for all screening.
Parking
- Parking location
All residential parking shall be located behind buildings with entrances from the side or rear. Parking decks are permitted behind buildings only.
Signage
- Private signage approval
All new and improved signage shall be submitted to the district commission for approval prior to construction.
- Public sign color
The color for all municipal signs within the district shall be dark brown with white, Times New Roman, or similar font.
From the ordinance
The general building height of any new construction shall not exceed four stories or 50 feet.
Parking requirements
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