1-15-8-5: DESIGN CRITERIA AND STANDARDS:

The intent of design review is to ensure harmony of the building and site with the community design elements of the City of Middleton. Each building will contain four (4) or more of the following community design elements: A-frame or gable roof, stucco with, brick or rock, accenting, vertical or horizontal metal siding with brick or rock accenting and roofing, some timberwork, or a public art feature (which must be reviewed and approved separately to be included as an element).

   A.   Architectural Quality:

      1.   The building character shall be clearly defined by use of sloped roofs, parapets, cornices or other architectural features,

      2.   There shall be continuity of materials, colors and signing within the project,

      3.   There shall be continuity among accessory structures, fences, walls and landscape features within the project,

      4.   Exterior lighting will be LED, shielded, downlighting and not have an adverse impact upon other properties and/or public roads,

      5.   Garbage storage areas and satellite receivers will be screened from public view,

      6.   The project's materials, colors and signing will be compatible with the townscape, surrounding neighborhoods and adjoining structures.

   B.   Circulation Design:

      1.   Traffic: Traffic shall flow safely within the project and onto adjacent roads. Traffic includes vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian use. Consideration shall be given to adequate sight distances and proper signage;

      2.   Pathways: Refer to subsections 5-4-10-8A1 and A2 of this Code. (Ord. 600, 12-20-2017; amd. Ord. 609, 7-3-2018; Ord. 639, 9-2-2020)