6.8.3 Buildings

New construction shall not exceed the average building width for existing residential structures in the context area established in paragraph 6.8.2A.1, Context Area, by more than 25%, unless a building articulation of at least six feet in depth at a point that mimics the average building width in the context area is provided.

The maximum height of a primary structure shall not exceed the height of the lesser of either of the following:

1. The maximum height permitted by the zoning district; or

2. More than 14 feet taller than the shortest height of primary structures on adjacent lots along the block face.

a. If there is not a primary structure on an adjacent lot, the next lot along the block face shall be used.

b. If the next lot also lacks a primary structure, then the height of the vacant adjacent lot shall be the maximum allowed by the zoning district.

Except for single-family and two-family residential structures, every principal structure shall have a main entrance on a street other than an alley. On corner lots, the main entrance can face either street or can be oriented toward the corner. For buildings that have more than one main entrance, only one main entrance shall be required to face a street.

1. Where a lot abuts a publicly improved and maintained alley, all vehicular access shall be taken from the alley.

2. When a garage entrance faces a street other than an alley, a single garage entrance shall be no more than 22 feet in width.

3. The construction material of the garage shall match that of the primary structure. This shall not apply if the primary structure is a single-family or two-family structure.

For sites in the Urban Tier where no other stormwater controls are required, downspouts shall direct stormwater runoff over pervious area and not piped to right-of-way.