Model TOD Zoning Ordinance (PDF, 3.7 MB) - Reconnecting America

Model Transit-Oriented District Overlay Zoning Ordinance ■ June 29, 20013.6.3 Parks, plazas, and other open space features can serve as both landmarks andplaces for social interaction.4. Building DesignAlthough the site design and the style of buildings should reflect the context of the area,in general, buildings should adhere to the following guidelines. Many building designstandards are also defined in the main body of the ordinance. The issues discussed belowrelate to urban design and architectural qualities and character of buildings within a TOD.4.1 General Requirements4.1.1 The more active uses within a building should be located at the street frontageand at street level allowing these uses to help activate the street.4.1.2 The design of building massing and detail shall reflect and make visible theuse and activity within the building.4.1.3 Perceived block distances should be reduced with continuous and wellarticulatedbuilding facades.4.1.3.1 All exterior walls of a building shall be articulated with aconsistent style and materials. In no case shall any façade consistof unarticulated blank walls.4.1.3.2 Break large structures with offsets, detailing, and/or changingfaçade designs.Figure 4.1.3.2: Three separate retailestablishments can create their ownidentity within one building.4.1.4 Windows shall allow for visual connections between exterior and interioractivity to create attractive activity along street. Transparency along the streetalso allows interior shop lights to illuminate and activate the street in theevening.Valley Connections ■ Chapter VI ■ Page 25