Design Standard Guidelines - Prince George's County Planning ...

Design Standards / Public Space
or public space, entrances to the unit should enter onto
the street or space. Entrances to ground floor units in
multi-family buildings are encouraged to enter off of the
street or open space.
Signage
Intent:
Design user-friendly buildings through attention to the
shape, position, and detailing of entrances, windows.,
and storefronts. These elements should clearly indicate
the character (use) and entrance of the building. Improve
the safety of pedestrians and parked vehicles through a
strong visual connection from inside to the outside of
the buildings through ample windows that overlook
streets, alleys and parking lots.
Standards
1. Commercial signs may only relate to businesses
and products located on site, except in cases where
preexisting commercial signs hold historic or aesthetic
value that enhance the streetscape.
2. Unique neon signs, internally lit signs, and signs with
moving parts or blinking lights may only be approved
for creative value that enhances the town center in areas
outside of the historic core.
3. All commercial enterprises shall have a minimum of
one permanent sign oriented toward pedestrians. Blade
and bracket signs are strongly encouraged.
6. Facade and rear public entry signage shall include flat
board, relief sculpture, blade and bracket, or pin letters
that fit into the architectural design of the building, be
located above the storefront or adjacent to the door,
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Cafritz Property Design Standards Guidelines