D E S I G N G U I D E L I N E S : PAT T E R N B O O K

C O N T E N T S

INTRODUCTION Community

LOT STANDARDS Interior Front Court, Garden District Interior & Edge, Corner Lot

ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS Proportion - Massing - Imagery of Houses 1 - Imagery of Houses 2 Foundation Walls Roofs Doors Windows Outbuildings Courtyard Walls, Fences, Outdoor Rooms - Imagery of Courtyards - Imagery of Fences Porches - Imagery of Porches

Edge - Non Corner Park or Neighborhood Front, Lake or Wooded Rear Edge - Large Non Corner Lot or Wooded Rear Interior - Alley Fed Neighborhood Lot Interior - Corner Lot Alley Fed

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD

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A COMBINATION YOU CAN'T FIND ANYWHERE ELSE Imagine a place where you can find solace. Where Florida's lush greenery meet classic low-country architecture to create not just a place to escape to, but a place to find yourself. LaGrange Landing is that place. Located in Freeport, Florida just 15 minutes to the beaches of South Walton, LaGrange Landing may offer up to 270 homesites nestled in Northwest Florida's spectacular forests and wetlands. Coastal living with a country flavor. Kick back, Relax, and Welcome Home. Life at LaGrange Landing is more than just relaxing. It's invigorating. Enjoy a dip in the resort-style pool, share a picnic at the neighborhood pavilion, have a catch on the park lawn, or stroll through beautiful trails that have been carefully carved out of the surrounding natural landscape. There's even water access to Lafayette Creek and a scenic lake. It's all here and it can be all yours. If it's worth doing, you can do it at LaGrange Landing. The character of LaGrange Landing is derived from the homes of the coastal south built in 17th through the 19th centuries, and inspired by European and Caribbean traditions. This architecture ranged from high classical such town halls and manor homes to the un-adorned vernacular bungalows and beach cottages. LaGrange Landing is a charming, residential neighborhood. To that end the homes built there should tend toward the vernacular end of the classical to vernacular spectrum. Both closed roof eaves with humble ornament, and exposed rafters will be encouraged. The architecture will be characterized by classical proportions, simple massing and roof lines, wide sweeping porches, raised foundations and construction from indigenous materials. Careful attention to each of these features not only adds to the beauty of these buildings; they are also highly practical in hot humid climates. Moser Design Group, acclaimed for their low country character design work has created a design code that will ensure that every home maintains strict adherence to the style. When you drive the streets, walk to the pool, or pick up the paper; you'll feel it. A community that is at once comfortable and exciting, familiar yet fresh. You can be sure you will be proud to call LaGrange Landing home.
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PROPORTIONS
Proportion is perhaps the most critical element in the design of traditional buildings. Classical proportions and formulas of symmetry are largely based on those proportions found reoccurring in the human body and nature. One such formula is the Golden mean which is defined by the ratio of 1:1.618. The most loved homes of the Coastal South general utilize proportions between 1:1, and the golden mean. These proportions are evident throughout the buildings including the general form, porch bay spacing, doors, windows and even room sizes. The phrase "square to vertical proportion" is used throughout this document and should be a guiding principle in the design of all LaGrange Landing homes.

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MASSING

S T A N D A R D S

Traditional homes are generally very simple. Two principle plan layouts are prevalent: 1. a single room width with an entry on one side commonly referred to as a 3 bay house and 2. A 5 bay house, two rooms wide with a center entry. Due to the height restriction of 35' in LaGrange, 3 bay houses should not exceed a width of 24' and 5 bay houses should not exceed a 40' width in order to maintain proper proportions. Both plan types are built as 1 story, 1-1/2 story, 2 story and higher. The first floor ceilings ranged from 10' to 14' while the second floor ceilings range from an attic knee wall sloping up, to 12'. These heights related to overall proportions as well as allowing summer heat to rise and exhaust through tall windows. Over time many homes received additions. These came in the form of reclaimed porches, full wings, and new buildings connected via a breezeway. A most important feature is that these new additions were always smaller and subservient to the primary building. LaGrange Landing home owners who desire large square footage areas are encouraged to utilize a design approach of evolution over time. The principle is that the necessary area can be gained without losing the human scale proportion of the primary building.

STANDARDS
Primary masses should be rectangular, or "L" shaped in plan. Primary mass may have no more than 6 corners exposed to the frontage street. Gable front widths may be no more than 24' wide at frontage lines. Primary masses with eave front may be no wider than 40' at frontage lines. Fenestration should be organized and symmetrically based. Upper story windows should generally align with lower story windows. Windows do not have to align with porch bay spacing. Front doors should center on porch bay spacing. First floor ceilings of the primary building mass are to be 10' minimum. Second floor ceilings of the primary mass are to be 9' minimum for full 2 story buildings One and one-half story knee wall heights are to be a maximum of 5' high. Additions, connections, bays and all building elements attached to a primary mass are to be subordinate in height and size. Additions, connections, bays and all building elements attached to a primary mass are to set in from primary mass corners 16" minimum to allow returning roof overhangs to terminate into the primary building wall. Second story window should generally be shorter than the first floor windows. For example, if 6'-4" long window are used on the first floor then 5'-8" windows should be installed on the second floor. Chimneys, stoops and walls protruding from a wall must be supported by a foundation wall extending to the ground. Bays and shed may be supported by structural wood brackets. First finished floors are to be between 36" and 60" above finished grade or sidewalk elevation. Corner houses may be as low as 29". Slab on grade mudrooms are allowed away from the frontage streets, but can be no larger than 250 square feet. 2nd floor rafter plate is raised on knee wall to accentuate vertical and provide room for separation between window trim and frieze board.

One & Half Story Gable

Two Story Gable Front

One & Half Story Eave

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P A T T E R N S

Imagery of Houses

One Story Gable Front

One & Half Story Eave Front

One Story Gable Front w/Cross Gable Two Story Gable Front

One & Half Story Eave Front

Two Story Gable Front

One & Half Story Eave Front

One Story Eave Front

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P A T T E R N S

Imagery of Houses

Two Story Gable Front

Two Story "L" Shape

Two Story Eave Front Two Story Eave Front

Two Story Eave Front

One & Half Story "L" Shape

One & Half Story Gable Front

Two Story Gable Front

One & Half Story Gable Front

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FOUNDATION
LaGrange homes, like most coastal homes, will be required to be raised. With the exception of corner lots, the first habitable floors must be raised 36" above grade or sidewalk whichever is greater. Corner lots may be as low as 29". On grade Mudrooms on the courtyard side of the home will be allowed. The raised foundation can be accomplished with piers and beams, or a stem wall foundation. Porches must be Pier and beam with an approved lattice or louver infill between. This raised foundation allows drying and cooling air flow below the house, and offers greater protection from insects. The height also has an important effect on the social component of a porch. Porch floors between 30"and 60" provide for comfortable interaction with those on the sidewalk, above this and the porch becomes very private and begins to ignore the neighborhood. To that end there is a maximum first floor height of 60" above grade.

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STANDARDS
Foundation walls and piers may be parged block, smooth poured concrete, or brick. Stucco must be smooth sand finish. Finished foundation face must align (be co-planar with) the framed walls, or columns above. Exception: A 2" maximum water table is allowed if foundation is supporting a masonry wall above. Finished edge of brick veneer must be coplanar with framed walls or columns above. Maximum pier spacing is 7'-0" clear. Exposed pier faces must be 12" wide minimum. 8" pilasters are allowed. Foundation vents in continuous foundation walls must be 16"x24" min. with wood board, louver, or lattice infill. Voids may not exceed 1-1/2". Foundation openings should be centered under windows, or placed in a logical pattern. Porches must be supported by piers and beams with an approved wooden infill between piers. Brick lattice may be used when piers are brick. Lattice infill may be wooden boards1x4 min. horizontal or vertical, 1x4 angled louvers at 30 degrees min, or 3/4x3/4 wood lattice. Spacing between any board may not exceed 1-1/2". All lattice or foundation infill must be recessed 4" minimum behind face of block. Only one foundation material should be used for each building; the use of brick and stucco on the foundation of the same building is not allowed.

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Honesty and authenticity are key words when considering materials. By and large, homes of the coastal south were built with indigenous materials. The difficulty and expense of construction led to simple structural systems and a very limited palette of materials. The majority were either timber framed some were masonry. The timbers were mostly heart pine, cedar, cypress and hardwoods. The foundation and masonry walls were tabby and brick sometimes finished with limed based cement stucco. The list of acceptable materials for LaGrange landing is wide and does include many man made products. However, the critical component will be in their constrained use and appropriate configuration. The goal is that each home look (and feel) as though it was built 100 years or more ago. Most walls should be lap siding, Masonry should be confined to foundations. Stucco should only be applied to masonry, as stucco on frame is highly discouraged.

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WALLS

STANDARDS

First floor walls are to be 10' minimum in the primary mass. Second floor walls may be a knee wall up to 5' above the second finished floor, 9' minimum otherwise. Wood framed walls are to be clad with horizontal lap siding with 4" to 6" exposure, shiplap siding or butt board with 6" to 8" exposure, hand split cedar shingles with 8" maximum exposure with bottom edges aligned or vertical board and batten. (Battens shall be 1x2's). Siding can be wood or Hardie Plank. Hardie plank siding must be smooth. Masonry walls may be brick or traditional Portland cement stucco. Brick must be approved by the LaGrange Landing Architectural review board. Stucco must be smooth sand finish. Walls on the primary mass may be sided with a maximum of two materials and may only change along a horizontal line at floor levels or roof gables. Additions and reclaimed porches may be sided with a single material differing from the main mass. Enclosed or "reclaimed" porches must express the structure (columns) of the original porch. Out buildings and subordinate additions may be of differing material, but are subject to LaGrange landing architectural review. Corner trim must be nominal 6" minimum. Exterior trim may be wood or man made provided that it is smooth, solid and paintable. Impregnated wood grain will not be allowed on any surface. All stucco must be of traditional cement on metal lathe. EIFS will not be allowed. Window and door trim in stucco walls are limited to head and sill trims. Keystones are only allowed in brick arches and are subject to the LLARB Windows and doors in Masonry walls must be recessed 2". Stucco must return in to the window brick mould or flat trim. Vinyl and aluminum siding and trim is not allowed Skirt boards must be nominal 8 or 10 inch. Drip edges can be 5/4 x4 or 2x4 treated wood. Drip and skirt boards are optional on the most vernacular buildings. All wall bays, stoops and balconies must have foundation supports extending to the ground, or be supported by structural brackets.

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The roofs covering these forms generally are simple gable, and hip roofs ranging from 7/12 to 12/12 for the principle buildings, and 1/12 to 3/12 slopes over porches. The narrower 3 bay homes have the roof ridge running perpendicular to the sidewalk (gable front). The wider 5 bay homes generally have the ridge running parallel to the sidewalk (eave front). The most common roofing material is metal. Wood shingles are also common, with slate on the grandest buildings. Eaves are either exposed rafter, or properly proportioned closed box eaves with properly placed supporting bed mould and terminating crown moulding. Gutters, if used, are half round. Overhangs vary specific to style, however boxed eaves are no greater than 16". Exposed rafter overhangs extend as much as 36" or more when bracketed.

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ROOFS

STANDARDS

Roofs on the principle mass are limited to a maximum of 2 ridge lines visible from the frontage line, and must be between 7/12 and 12/12. Roofs are to be wood shingles, 5-V crimp or standing seam metal, galvalume or copper. Composition fiberglass shingles may be approved, but must be a minimum of #300 pounds per square. Gutters must be half round. Downspouts must be round. Gutter material must be galvanized steel, copper, anodized or ESP aluminum. Porch and ancillary which connect to the house may be shed roofs or hip roofs with a 3/12 pitch or below. Porch roofs my also be extensions of the primary roof. Porch eaves may align with primary eave. Subordinate roof eaves that do not align with primary eave must be set low enough so that the roof terminates into primary mass wall, below the primary roof eave. Roofs covering subordinate elements such as porches, bays and additions attached to larger masses may not extend beyond large mass corners. Elements must be set in such that overhangs terminate into the building. Eaves up to 16" may be closed, boxed eaves. Exposed rafters must overhang a minimum of 12". Flat soffits must have fully boxed eaves which continue a minimum of 24" across gable ends. No Pork chops. Mechanical roof penetrations should be oriented away from the frontage streets and painted to match roof color. Skylights may not be visible from frontage streets or public greens

Dormers: Dormers may be no wider than the window unit plus 8" maximum trim on either side. Dormer faces are to be all trim material. No siding. Dormer overhangs are to be 6" or less. Dormers must be set in a minimum of 36" from the side building wall below. One Story Eave Front Two Story Eave Front

Dormers

One & Half Story Eave Front

Two Story Eave Front

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DOORS
Doors provide the opportunity to truly extend a homes living space to the porches and courtyards. They also are the device that is the first sign of "welcome" to friends and visitors. Clearly defining those 2 functions is an important attribute to most traditional homes. The frontage door, that which addresses the sidewalk, most often is a single door up to 42" wide but still very vertical in proportion. The door itself is rarely ornate, occasionally glazed, or glassed up to 2/3 it's length and often have a rectangular transom above; larger homes may have sidelights as well. The trim around this frontage door however is often the most ornate of the entire building, clearly identifying it as the place to enter. Porch doors are often French doors with 3/4 glazing and either full height (up to 8') or shorter with a transom above. Door widths rarely exceed 60", or two 30" doors. Many are 36" and 42". The trim generally matches that of the windows. Utility access doors are either solid or glass. Garage doors are discussed in the Outbuilding section.

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STANDARDS
Front doors are to be located on the primary frontage and facing the sidewalk and may not be paired doors. Lots fronting the green, park or lake are encouraged to have a secondary front door addressing these public realms. However, french, or paired, doors will be allowed. Sliding glass doors are not permitted Doors should be made of wood and painted or stained Glazing within doors may only be divided by wood muntins in vertical proportion. Sidelights should be symetrical if used.

Entry Door

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WINDOWS
Window types, sizes and their careful arrangement are very important to the order and balance of traditional homes. Window alignment and configuration generally are placed in keeping with the bay orders of the primary building. Although not rigid, most align from floor to floor and are somewhat symmetrically placed. Openings, sashes and muntin patterns are square to vertical. Windows are tall double hungs and placed high on the wall; generally higher than the doors. Second story windows are the same width as the lower story, but a bit shorter. Single windows often have operable shutters. Occasionally windows are put together in groups of three or more to gain more interior light. Generally these multiple windows occur on ancillary buildings, reclaimed porches, bays and additions. Multiple, or ganged windows on the primary building mass are limited to rear court yards where a window is added between the normal rhythm of singles, or in 1-1/2 story gables. In all instances windows are separated by a minimum of 3" of framed material, or mull.

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STANDARDS

All window models and manufacturers must be approved by the LaGrange Landing architectural review board. Windows are to be made of wood, or wood like material, and are to be paintable. Clad windows may be used, but the manufacturer and model must be approved by the LLARB. Windows openings, sashes and muntins are to be square to vertical. Glass should be clear, and true divided lite (DL) or simulated divided lite (SDL) with continuous spacers between the glass. Bay windows must be framed of wood and supported by foundation or structural brackets. Bays must be completely trimmed in trim material and corners must be 6" minimum. Shutters, if used, must be sized correctly for the window and fully operable including pivot hardware and shutter dogs placed below. Louvered shutters must be installed with the louver facing down when the shutter is closed to shed water out. Shutters are to be made of solid paintable material. Fixed, and awning window may be used, but are limited to 6 square feet and must be square to vertical in proportion. Casement windows may be used on rare occasion, and must be approved by the LLARB. Skylights are discouraged. If used they must not be visible from any frontage streets or public greens. The outside face of a window must be recessed 2" min. inside the face of all masonry walls. Window trim is to be properly proportioned and based on historic precedent. Jamb trim is to be 3-1/2" to 5-1/2" wide. Head trim is to be match or exceed the jamb trim width and have a 5/4 min top drip cap. Jamb trim is to terminate into a thickened sill with a 2-3/4" minimum section (depth) which protrudes from the building to allow a bottom kerf cut. Transoms are not allowed above windows unless approved by the LLARB. Shaped windows are discouraged.

Shutter Possibilities

Window Proportion

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OUTBUILDINGS
Garages are a new addition to traditional homes. Whenever possible these structures are regulated to alleys in order to protect a comfortable pedestrian realm along sidewalks. This however is sometimes an impractical solution and garages must be incorporated into the neighborhood fabric. Unfortunately, contemporary building practices give very little notice to how garages are designed or how they impact a neighborhood. The design and disposition of these necessary buildings will be given very careful consideration in LaGrange Landing. These buildings have been coded in the Lot Standards section to the front most setback of the lot in most cases. This requires cars be parked inside the garage or in parallel parking on the street; protecting the sidewalk by removing automobiles from the space between the street and the courtyard walls. The primary objective will be to craft these buildings into entry pavilions, carriage houses and guest quarters as gateways to the courtyards instead of simply garages. Breaking down the mass of the highly recognizable 22' garage form is a vital to accomplishing this task. Square to vertical proportions of the primary mass, the addition of sheds and balconies as well as the use of carriage type garage doors are also important design tools.

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STANDARDS
Garages are not required however parking for 2 cars on site is required. On site parking not enclosed by a garage is to be pervious material. Examples include gravel, brick and brick pavers laid on a sand base. Primary garage frontage elevation is to be square to vertical in proportion. Lots with 45' frontage width or less may have no single mass wider than 14' facing the frontage line. Single car width carports are allowed Garage doors must be an approved carriage type design and painted. Paneled garage doors will not be allowed. Recessing garage doors 12" behind face wall is encouraged. Carriage house materials and design should match that of the residence. Living quarters are encouraged above carriage houses, but are limited to maximum of 400 heated square feet. Connectors, whether opened or closed, between the main house and the carriage house must be substantially smaller and lower than the carriage house. Court yard walls and fences are to attach to outbuildings when on a frontage street Garage doors may be no wider than 9'. Lighting facing street at garage doors: (ie.) flood lights. All exterior lighting must be approved by LLARB. (ext.) spot lights are not permitted.

Outbuilding

Potting Shed

Potting Shed

Courtyard

Outbuilding

Outbuilding

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COURTYARD WALLS:
Frontage walls define the sidewalk and serve as the front door to courtyards. It is not a barrier, it is a devise used to elegantly delineate the private realm from the public realm. In LaGrange Landing frontage walls should be anchored to the carriage house way, and extend out to along the sidewalk property line. Although tall, 5' minimum, they should be of a permeable design to offer select views into the courtyard. Gates generally should be set in an arbor or covering structure to clearly define them as a welcoming entry.

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ADDITIONAL STANDARDS:

S T A N D A R D S

HVAC equipment, utility meters, satellites, hot tubs and permanent grills may not be visible from any frontage street.

The following is not permitted:

Direct vent fireplaces Permanent above ground pools. Window air conditioning units.

STANDARDS:
Courtyard walls on frontage lines must be between 5' and 7' tall. Courtyard walls on frontage lines are to attach to outbuildings, when the exist, and extend out to and run along the frontage property line. Wall designs can be quite varied, but are subject to LLARB approval. Some material examples are brick, stucco, stucco piers with wood infill or iron infill. Wood infill may be tight joint board either vertical or horizontal, or wood pickets with a maximum clear space of 1-1/2". Masonry walls must be a minimum of 8" thick and have a horizontal cap. Gates may be wood or iron.

FENCES:
In those areas of LaGrange Landing where cars are regulated to alleys, porches will nestle to the sidewalk. These porches will allow comfortable onversation between the residents and those on the sidewalk. However, the importance of defining the public and private realm remains. The frontage fences in these instances should be set lower than courtyard walls; generally 32" or lower. They should also be more casual. Picket fences and hedge fences are the preferred types. Gates, when present, are often left open.

Fence

Courtyard

STANDARDS:
Fences may be of various designs and are also subject to LLARB. Wood fences may be pickets or wood boards with a rectangular section. Maximum clear spacing is to be 1-1/2". Fence piers may be brick, 8x8 minimum wood posts, or stucco, continuous hedges between piers is allowed. Fences that are not on a frontage street may be living fences. Living fences are composed of 6x6 pressure treated posts with a wood top rail, and 2"x4" minimum void wire fence between posts. Jasmine or a like vine plant must be planted in each void. All wood on fences is to be painted.

OUTDOOR ROOMS:
These special spaces are generally the private court, oriented away from the public frontage of a lot. Clearly defining these areas allows a significant extension of a homes living area. To complement the casual nature of these spaces 4' to 5' high living fences and board fences are encouraged. Potting Shed Fence

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Imagery of Courtyards

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Imagery of Fences

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PORCHES
Porches are easily the most identifiable characteristic of Coastal homes, and the most pleasant of spaces. While providing protection from the sun and rain, these outdoor rooms serve as extensions of the living space within. Just as important, a porch is the homes connection to the neighborhood. When placed in close proximity of the sidewalk the porch allows comfortable conversations with passers by. Porches are 8 feet deep as a minimum, 10-12 feet is encouraged to allow for comfortable furniture arrangement and circulation. The porch is 1 or 2 stories tall, and extends a minimum of 40% across the public faade; often the full width. Columns are placed regularly, and in intervals to create a square to vertical proportion of the voids between. The configuration and alignment of the porch columns, beams, foundation, balustrade and roof are critical to creating a useful and beautiful porch.

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Porches may be 1 or 2 stories tall. Porch roofs may be shed, hip at 3/12 pitch or below. Porch roofs may also be extensions of the primary mass roof if properly proportioned. Porches must be a minimum of 8' deep. 10' to 12' is encouraged. Porches extending across the entire frontage are encouraged. See LaGrange Lot Standards for minimum widths. Porch ceilings should be within 9' min. on the 1st floors, 8' min. on 2nd floors. Porch beams must be 8" minimum above the window header heights in adjacent walls, and no less deep than the supporting columns are wide. Porch bay spacing must be regularly spaced. Porch bays must be square to vertical. This proportion is determined by the void created between the columns compared to the void between the porch floor and the bottom of the supporting porch beam above. Porches are to be supported with wood, or wood like, paint-able columns. Columns may be square, 6x6 minimum, or round columns of the Tuscan or Doric orders with correct proportions according to the "American Vignola". Columns on a second story porch should be one size smaller than the columns on the first floor porch. For example, 8x8 on the 1st floor and 6x6 on the 2nd floor. Finished beams must be the same width as the top most width of the supporting column, excluding capital trim. Finished edges of beam and column must align. The outside edge of the column base or plinth is to align with the porch floor skirt board. Perimeter porch beams which extend in to a building wall must be visually supported by an engaged pilaster. Porches may have exposed framing and rafters. Finished ceilings are not required. When ceilings are installed bead board is the preferred finish. Porch railings are to have a horizontal top and bottom rails centered on pickets. The clear spacing between pickets, spindles and baluster may not exceed 3-1/2". Balusters (pickets) may be square or round. Square pickets should be limited to 5/4x5/4. 1-1/2 x1-1/2" pickets with eased edge are not allowed. Railings are to be constructed of solid, paintable materials. All porch surfaces, excluding the walking surface, are to be painted or stained. Porches may be screened with the exception of porches on the primary frontage street. Screens are to be placed on the inside of the porch guard rails. Porches may be screened or glassed in with the exception of porches on the primary frontage street. Porches that are reclaimed, or glassed, are to maintain the visual character of an open porch by exposing the columns and beams as they would have been configured. Ideally windows of square to vertical proportion should span most of the space between columns with only trim between the windows and the columns; no siding. Open voids may be paneled in a like proportion to the windows. The space below the windows may be sided or paneled.

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Imagery of Porches

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L O T

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Interior - Front Court, Garden District

Size: Setbacks: Residence: Outbuilding: Vehicle Access: House Frontage to Lot Ratio: Porch to House Frontage Ratio: Front Court: Rear Building Placement: Outbuilding Placement: First Floor above Grade: Max. Building Height: 25% 60% Garden side setback line Front and side setback line 36" 35'-0" 7'-6" front & rear, 5'-0" sides 7'-6" front, 3'6" other sides Front Street 50% 45'-60'x100'

BUILDING SETBACK LINE PROPERTY LINE SIDEWALK

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: Homes along the garden district are to orient to the park and be placed on the park setback line. Broad porches will extend the living spaces to the park and enliven the public realm. The entry court is to be defined by a courtyard wall at least 5' tall along the property line from the outbuilding to the primary mass of the residence. An entry structure and decorative gate are encouraged to welcome visitors to the courtyard. Outbuildings are to be placed on the front and side setback to preserve large entry courtyards. Outbuildings may be connected to the house, but must have a 12' separation from the primary mass. The outbuilding massing must be broken with the widest component no greater than 14'. The front elevation must be square to vertical.

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Size: Setbacks: Residence: Outbuilding: Vehicle Access: House Frontage to Lot Ratio: Porch to House Frontage Ratio: Front: Rear & Side Building Placement: Outbuilding Placement: First Floor above Grade: Max. Building Height: 60% No minimum Front setback Rear 1/3 of lot 29" 35'-0" 7'-6" front & rear, 5'-0" sides 7'-6" front, 3'6" other sides Front Street 60% 50'-60'x100'

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Interior & Edge - Front Court

BUILDING SETBACK LINE PROPERTY LINE SIDEWALK

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: Corner houses anchor the neighborhood blocks. Houses must address both the frontage street as well as the side. Wrapping porches are encouraged. A lower floor height is allowed on corner lots to allow porches with no guardrail to flow into the front and side courtyards. Fences up to 32" tall or hedge fences are encouraged along the front and street side property lines. Garages are to be placed in the rear 1/3 of the lot. The parking area must have a 5' minimum high courtyard fence. Driveways to garages that are pulled away from the frontage road should be wider than 10' at the curb. Tire strips are encouraged.

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E d g e - N o n C o r n e r Pa r k o r N e i g h b o r h o o d F r o n t , L a k e o r Wo o d e d R e a r
Size: Setbacks: Residence: Outbuilding: Vehicle Access: House Frontage to Lot Ratio: Porch to House Frontage Ratio: Front: Rear & Side Building Placement: Outbuilding Placement: First Floor above Grade: Max. Building Height: 40% No minimum Rear 2/3 of lot Front & side setback 36" 35'-0" 7'-6" front & rear, 5'-0" sides 7'-6" front, 3'6" other sides Front Street 50% 50'-70'x100'

BUILDING SETBACK LINE PROPERTY LINE SIDEWALK

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: A primary objective of these edge lots is to address the street with finely crafted carriage houses and courtyards as a foreground to the primary house beyond. The outbuildings must have a 11' high raised plate minimum with a square to vertical frontage elevation. As many of these lots front a public green, designing guest quarters or additional living space above the garage with balconies to the street is highly encouraged. The outbuilding may be connected to the main house with a smaller connector. However the outbuilding/carriage house must be separated room the primary residence by 12' minimum. The habitable area above the garage will be limited to 400 square feet of conditioned space. Garage articulation is important to de-emphasize the garage and garage doors. The entry court is to be defined by a courtyard wall at least 5' tall along the propery line from the outbuilding to the primary mass of the residence. An entry structure and decorative gate are encouraged to welcome visitors to the courtyard. The primary mass must have an entry porch addressing the courtyard. 2 story porches are encouraged.

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E d g e L a r g e - C o r n e r L a k e o r Wo o d e d R e a r
Size: Setbacks: Residence: Outbuilding: Vehicle Access: House Frontage to Lot Ratio: Porch to House Frontage Ratio: Front: Lake Rear: Wooded Rear: Building Placement: Outbuilding Placement: 40% 40% 40% Within setbacks On front setback or 24' behind Primary Residence mass First Floor above Grade: Max. Building Height: 36" 35'-0" 7'-6" front & rear, 5'-0" sides 3'-6" all sides Corner Side Street 40% 60'-95'x100'

BUILDING SETBACK LINE PROPERTY LINE SIDEWALK

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: Most of these large lots front a public green. When possible, houses are encouraged to pull to the frontage line and push the garage behind the main mass 24' to create a more pedestrian friendly frontage, and take advantage of the park views. Although the garage can be 2 stories, it should be smaller than the primary residence. Houses on these lots may also be designed under the standards of typical edge lots. Houses with a lake or marsh rear view must address these public spaces with the required porch frontage.

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Interior - Alley Fed Neighborhood Lot

Size: Setbacks: Residence: Outbuilding: Vehicle Access: House Frontage to Lot Ratio: Porch to House Frontage Ratio: Front: Rear: Building Placement: Outbuilding Placement: First Floor above Grade: Max. Building Height: 60% No minimum Front setback Rear 1/3 of lot 36" 35'-0" 7'-6" front & rear, 5'-0" sides 3'-6" side & rear Alley 40% 40'x100'

ALLEY

BUILDING SETBACK LINE

PROPERTY LINE SIDEWALK

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: These homes are the cornerstone of a pedestrian friendly neighborhood. Houses are pulled to the front setback with wide 1 or 2 story porches addressing the sidewalk to allow for comfortable conversations with neighbors passing by. Fences or hedges are to be placed along the front property line to distinguish from the public and private realm. Outbuilding are regulated to the rear 1/3 of the property and accessed by an alley. The separation between the primary residence and the outbuildings create a private courtyard, or outdoor room that can be defined with fencing along the property lines. Outbuildings may be connected with a breezeway or conditioned connector provided that a 12' separation is maintained between the masses.

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Size: Setbacks: Residence: Outbuilding: Vehicle Access: House Frontage to Lot Ratio: Porch to House Frontage Ratio: Front: Rear: Building Placement: Outbuilding Placement: First Floor above Grade: Max. Building Height: 60% No minimum Front setback Rear 1/3 of lot 36" 35'-0" 7'-6" front & rear, 5'-0" sides 3'-6" side & rear Alley 40% 50'-60'x100'

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Interior - Corner Lot, Alley Fed

ALLEY

BUILDING SETBACK LINE PROPERTY LINE SIDEWALK

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: Neighborhood corner homes should carefully address the primary frontage as well as the side street. Corner or wrapping porches are encouraged. The side elevation of the primary mass must have the same care and attention to form and fenestration as the primary elevation. Outbuildings are to be placed in the rear 1/3 near the street side of the property. The separation between the primary residence and the outbuildings create a private courtyard, or outdoor room that can be defined with fencing along the property lines. Outbuildings may be connected with a breezeway or conditioned connector provided that a 12' separation is maintained between the masses.

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A R C H I T E C T U R A L

R E V I E W

B O A R D

The LaGrange Landing Architectural Review Board (ARB) as defined in the Recorded Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions shall review all proposed new construction and modifications and alterations of existing structures according to the provisions set forth in Article V of the Recorded Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions.

Submittals for review must include the documents, information and fees as listed below: A Tree and Topographical Survey prepared by a register land surveyor is required for the site plans and landscape plans for each lot. The survey is to include the dimensioned property boundaries, streets, alleys, sidewalks, service locations, the size, location and species of all trees with a trunk diameter of 6" or more measured at 4' above grade, contours, and adjacent buildings. Sketch Review: A sketch review is not required but highly encouraged to insure that the proposed design intent is consistent with the character of LaGrange Landing. The following documents are required: 1. Sketch review application. 2. A $250.00 application fee. 3. An informal sketch of the elevation and a floor plan in its proposed position on the lot. Preliminary Review: Preliminary review is a required intermediate review of the proposed design and is to include the following: 1. Preliminary review application. 2. A $250.00 application fee if not previously paid. 3. Site plan at 1"=10' or 1/8"=1'-0" scale showing the dimensioned locations of all proposed improvements including building footprints, drives, walks and fences, HVAC equipment and noting all trees to be removed. 4. Floor plans at 1/8" or 1/4" scale including room names and square footages of heated and cooled space and covered space. 5. Elevations at 1/8" or 1/4" scale showing doors, windows building heights, roof pitches and proposed materials. 6. Tree and Topographical Survey if not previously submitted during Sketch Review. Final Review: The final review documents need to include all of drawing information listed in the Preliminary review plus the following in a "construction ready" format. 1. Final review application with completed material and color selections and samples 2. Final site plan 3. Final architectural plans at 1/4" scale including construction documents for: a. Foundation plans b. Floor plans c. Elevations d. Building section e. Wall details showing all exterior conditions, material and trim. f. Exterior lighting plan. g. All fence and courtyard wall details and elevations. 4. Final Landscape plan indicating quantity, sizes and species of plants, drainage plan and irrigation plan.

OPERATION AND AUTHORITY:

No building, fence, wall, driveway, gate, light post, exterior light, landscaping or other structure or improvement of any nature whatsoever shall be commenced, erected or maintained upon any lot by any owner, the Association or anyone else, nor shall any exterior addition to or change, alteration or modification be made to any of the foregoing with out submitting all required material to, and obtaining written approval from the ARB before commencement of work. Any proposed deviation or change from the approved documents must be submitted to and approved by the ARB prior to implementation.

APPROVAL EXEMPTION:
Approval from the ARB shall not be required to plant grass, or to remove or replace dead or damaged plants with similar plant material or those allowed in the Landscape Standards. Nor shall approval be required to replace or restore any structure or improvement, provided such activities restore the structure or improvement to its prior approved condition.

REVIEW PROCESS:
The ARB will meet on a regular schedule as determined by the ARB for the purpose of evaluating proposed construction submittals with consideration of the Recorded Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions, LaGrange Landing Lot Standards and Architectural Standards, and the current policy of the ARB for the project. The ARB is not responsible for the enforcement of building codes, structural integrity, building details, accuracy of drawings or techniques of construction. Submittals may be disapproved solely for aesthetic reasons deemed inconsistent with the goals and objectives of the ARB. A written response will be generated for each submittal within 30 days of review and made available to the applicant. Incomplete applications may not be reviewed. Prior to starting the design process for any construction in LaGrange Landing, owners and their agents are encouraged to review the Recorded Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions and LaGrange Landing Lot Standards and Architectural Standards.

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