09-26-2024 (Historic Review) Agenda Packet Wylie Historic Review Commission Regular Meeting
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WYLIE
CALL TO ORDER
COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Any member of the public may address Commission regarding an item that is not listed on the Agenda. Members of the public
must fill out a form prior to the meeting in order to speak. Commission requests that comments be limited to three minutes for
an individual, six minutes for a group. In addition, Commission is not allowed to converse, deliberate or take action on any
matter presented during citizen participation.
PRESENTATIONS
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under the ConsentAgenda are considered to be routine by the Commission and will be enacted by one motion.
There will not be separate discussion of these items.If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the ConsentAgenda
and will be considered separately.
A. Consider and act upon approval of the meeting minutes from the August 22,2024 Historic Review Commission
Meeting.
REGULAR AGENDA
1, Consider and act upon a request to change the meeting start time of the Historic Review Commission from
6:00pm to 6:30pm.
WORK SESSION
WS 1. Hold a work session to discuss amendments to Section 6.3 of the Zoning Ordinance.
RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION
EXECUTIVE SESSION
RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
Take any action as a result from Executive Session.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
I certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted on September 20,2024 at 5:00 p.m. on the outside bulletin board at
Wylie City Hall,300 Country Club Road, Building 100,Wylie,Texas,a place convenient and readily accessible to
the public at all times.
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Stephanie Storm, City Secretary Date Notice Removed
The Wylie Municipal Complex is wheelchair accessible. Sign interpretation or other special assistance for disabled
attendees must be requested 48 hours in advance by contacting the City Secretary's Office at 972.516.6020.Hearing
impaired devices are available from the City Secretary prior to each meeting.
If during the course of the meeting covered by this notice, the Commission should determine that a closed or
executive meeting or session of the Commission or a consultation with the attorney for the City should be held or
is required, then such closed or executive meeting or session or consultation with attorney as authorized by the
Texas Open Meetings Act,Texas Government Code§ 551.001 et. seq.,will be held by the Commission at the date,
hour and place given in this notice as the Commission may conveniently meet in such closed or executive meeting
or session or consult with the attorney for the City concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes
permitted by the Act, including,but not limited to,the following sanctions and purposes:
Texas Government Code Section:
§ 551.071 —Private consultation with an attorney for the City.
§ 551.073—Discussing prospective gift or donation to the City.
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Consider 7and'act upon meeting minutes from the August 22, 2024 Historic Review Commission Regular Meeting.
Motion to approve as presented.
The minutes are attached for your consideration.
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Wylie Historic Review Commission Regular Meeting
August 22, 2024—6:00 PM
Council Chambers -300 Country Club Road,Building#100,Wylie, Texas 75098 CITY OF
WYLIE
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Sandra Stone called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. In attendance were Chair Sandra Stone, Vice-Chair
Allison Stowe, Commissioner Krisleigh Hoermann, Commissioner Kali Patton, Commissioner Tommy Todd,
Commissioner Kevin Hughes, Director of Community Services Jasen Haskins and Administrative Assistant
Gabby Fernandez. Absent was Commissioner Edwin Caffrey.
COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Any member of the public may address Commission regarding an item that is not listed on the Agenda.Members of the public
must fill out a form prior to the meeting in order to speak. Commission requests that comments be limited to three minutes for
an individual, six minutes for a group. In addition, Commission is not allowed to converse, deliberate or take action on any
matter presented during citizen participation.
None approached the Commission.
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Commission and will be enacted by one
motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired that item will be removed from the
Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.
A. Consider, and act upon, approval of the meeting minutes from the July 25, 2024 Historic Review
Commission Meeting.
Commission Action on Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Commissioner Patton and seconded by Commissioner Hoermann to approve the Consent
Agenda as presented.A vote was taken and carried 6—0.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. Consider, and act upon, a recommendation to the City Council regarding a request to renovate an existing
residential structure,located at 301 N Ballard within the Downtown Historic District.
Commission Action on Regular Agenda
A motion was made by Commissioner Patton and seconded by Vice-Chair Stowe to approve the Regular Agenda
as presented. A vote was taken and carried 6—0.
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A motion was made by Chair Stone and seconded by Commissioner Hoermann to adjourn. A vote was taken and
carried 6—0. Chair Stone adjourned the meeting at 6:09 p.m.
Sandra Stone—Chair
ATTEST
Gabby Fernandez- Secretary
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Consider and act upon a request to change the meeting start time of the Historic Review Commission from
6:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
Motion to (approve, or deny) a request to change the meeting start time of the Historic Review Commission
from 6:00pm to 6:30 pm.
Discussion
At the request of two board members, it has been asked to consider changing the meeting start time from 6:00 pm to
6:30 pm. One of the Commissioners has expressed the difficulty of getting to meetings by 6pm.
Since its establishment, the HRC board meeting has started at 6:00 pm. With the exception of the Library Board which
starts at 7pm, most of the city's board meetings start at 6pm. However, it wasn't until 2014 that the Planning and
Zoning Commission meeting changed from 6:30 pm to 6:00 pm. A primary factor in a 6:00 pm start time was to reduce
staff overtime.
Staff realizes that it may be difficult for some board members and even citizens to attend meetings. However, 6pm is
the traditional start time for city meetings, including City Council, and is the time represented to those interested in
serving.
HRC does not meet every month, but when it does, staff gives as much notice as possible to the board members to
allow them to schedule their time accordingly. Also, as with any job we understand there are times when things come
up that prevent a board member from arriving on time or at all in some cases.
Staff humbly ask that the HRC meetings continue with a 6:00 pm start time.
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Hold a work session to discuss amendments to Section 6.3 of the Zoning Ordinance.
Recommendation
Discussion
At its July 25, 2024 meeting Staff discussed with the Commission amendments to Article 6, Section 6.3 Downtown
Historic District guidelines and regulations. Those comments have been incorporated into the attached document for
review and further discussion.
Summary of amendments:
- Added a description for Ranch style house in Section 5.f. Building Materials to allow for brick facades.
- Added identifying features for Ranch style houses in Section 5.g.
- Add Section 7. Security Hardware(burglar bars)on Buildings
Discuss Section 6.Signs h. Special Events Banner Signs
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ARTICLE SPECIAL PURPOSE AND OVERLAY DISTRICTS
SECTION 6.3 DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT (DTH
A. Purpose
Wylie's downtown has been identified by the Comprehensive Plan as a valuable resource worthy
of preservation as a historic district. This district provides development and design standards that
preserve the historic and architectural character of existing development, provides for adaptive
reuse of existing buildings, and the compatibility of new structures and uses with the historic
nature of downtown.
A contributing property is a building, structure, object, or site within the boundaries of the
district that adds to the historic associations, historic architectural qualities, or archaeological
values for which the historic district is significant. A contributing property must also retain
integrity, meaning enough of its historic physical features to convey its significance as part of the
district.
A non contributing property is a building, structure, object, or site within the boundaries of the
district that does not add to the historic associations, historic architectural qualities, or
archaeological values for which the historic district is significant. Typically this means that the
property is less than fifty years old, has been significantly altered, or is not associated with the
historic theme or time period of the district.
The design standards and guidelines outlined in this section are intended to assist property
owners, architects and contractors who are considering work within the Historic District,
including changes to existing buildings, demolition, or new construction. The guidelines are not
rigid sets of rules, but serve as a guide in making improvements that are compatible with the
district's character.
B. District Boundaries
1. The Downtown Historic District (DTH) is generally bounded by State Highway 78 on the
south, Cottonbelt Avenue on the west, from Elliot Street to Brown Street, and including
property north of Brown Street on Keefer, and to the eastern property line of those lots
facing west on Second Street from Brown Street to the north and Marble Street to the
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south, and those properties north of Brown Street along Ballard Avenue facing east and
continuing north to Tract 4 of the Samuel B. Shelby Abstract and approximately 100 feet
of frontage of those lots facing west and continuing north parallel to Ballard Avenue and
encompassing all of Block 1, Lot 5 of the Russell #0 1 Addition and Block 1, Tract 49 of
the James Truett Abstract.
2. The precise boundaries of the Downtown Historic District shall be shown on the official
zoning map of the City of Wylie. The boundaries of the Downtown Historic District may
be amended from time to time based on a request from area property owners, a request of
the staff, the Commission, or at the pleasure of the Council. In considering a request for a
change in district boundaries, the Council shall require:
a. Any additions to the district shall be contiguous to the existing boundaries of the
district;
b. Any reductions in the district shall be located on the edge of the district such that a
hole is not left inside the district; and
c. If requested by a property owner, a petition shall be presented showing owners of
more than 50 percent of the land within the district, excluding streets, and owners of
more than 50 percent of the building sites in the district are in support of the
requested change in boundaries.
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C. General Provisions
1. Site plan and design review submitted to the Planning Department is required for new
construction and substantial renovation of existing buildings within the Downtown
Historic District. All demolition request and work for contributing buildings and/or
structures that do not qualify as routine maintenance must be reviewed by the Historic
Review Commission
a. Historic Review Commission (HRC) shall be appointed by the City Council and shall
consist of seven (7) members in accordance with Ordinance 2013-17, and as
amended.
b. The HRC will be responsible for reviewing and recommending an action to the
Planning and Zoning Commission and/or the City Council for proposed new
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construction or substantial renovation,revisions to the ordinance, and planning efforts
to fulfill the purpose of the Downtown Historic Ordinance and to consider future
amendments and long range goals of the District.
c. Submission of Plans. A completed application shall be submitted with a fee,
accompanied by the following, and any other necessary documents required by the
Planning Department.
i. Site Plan showing existing and proposed structures and improvements
ii. Interior floor plan showing all spaces, doors and windows
iii. Exterior elevations including
1. Existing &proposed changes
2. Doors & windows
3. Architectural features
4. Trim details
5. Material details
iv. Roof Plan
V. Accessory Structures
vi. Sections (for additions)
2. Substantial renovations as listed below require review by the HRC and City Council:
a. Alterations to the exterior of existing buildings that change the placement or design of
windows, doors or other exterior features of the building such as coping or pilasters;
b. An increase in the floor area of the building greater than 10 percent.
c. Adding new exterior building materials that do not match the existing materials.
d. Interior renovation of existing buildings that alter the exterior appearance of the
building (e.g., a drop ceiling that covers part of an existing window)
3. Common routine maintenance items as listed below may be reviewed at staff level.
a. Installation of an awning located on an accessory building, or on the rear facade of a
main building.
b. Shingle replacement that does not include a change in color or style.
c. Siding replacement that meets the requirements of this ordinance.
d. Application of paint that is the same color as the existing or that is an appropriate
dominant, trim, or accent color and part of an historic color palette.
e. The process of cleaning (including but not limited to low-pressure water-blasting and
stripping, but excluding sandblasting and high-pressure water blasting.
f. Painting, replacing, duplicating or stabilizing deteriorated or damaged architectural
features (including but not limited to roofing, windows, columns, and siding) in order
to maintain the structure and to slow deterioration.
g. Interior renovation of existing buildings that do not alter the exterior appearance of
the building.
4. Physical properties of an existing building such as setbacks, foot prints, height, or other
similar characteristics that cannot be altered without substantial hardship are not required
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to meet the development or design standards within this article. All other provisions shall
apply.
5. All new development shall comply with the Site Design Standards included in Subsection
4, and the Architectural Standards in Subsection 5.
6. Submission of Plans for Landmark Designation shall be delivered to the City of Wylie
Planning Department, a minimum of 30 days prior to the meeting date set for the Historic
Review Commission
a. Required Documentation:
i. Completed application on forms provided by the City of Wylie with applicable
fees
ii. Stated criteria met in accordance with Article 11 Landmarks, Section 58.23 of the
Code of Ordinances, as amended
iii. Documented history of the structure, complete with photos
b. Review Criteria
i. Staff prepares a written report documenting the historical facts of the property and
stating any impact that the owner may have with a historic landmark designation
on the owner's property.
ii. Staff will present the completed application for consideration by the Historic
Review Commission.
iii. Designation of city landmarks will be made in accordance with Local
Government Code 211, Section 211.0165, as amended.
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D. Permitted Uses
1. The Downtown Historic District may contain any combination of uses shown in the Use
Chart in Article 5, Section 5.1.
2. Within the Downtown Historic District there are both residential and nonresidential uses
which may be located in either residential structures or commercial structures. To
maintain the architectural and historic character of existing blocks where one type of
structure predominates, the following regulations shall apply.
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a. Residential uses may be in residential structures or commercial structures. Residential
uses in commercial structures are only allowed if they occupy less than 40 percent of
the floor area of the building; and do not occupy the area adjacent to the street front.
b. Nonresidential uses may be in residential or commercial structures. Nonresidential
uses in residential structures must be in those blocks where existing residential
structures predominate.
c. In block faces within the District that are currently developed with residential
structures, new construction shall be of historic design. Either residential or
nonresidential uses may be located in the residential structures.
d. In block faces within the Downtown Historic District that are currently developed
with commercial structures,new construction shall be of historic design.
e. Only residential uses are permitted for those lots along Cotton Belt Avenue, and along
Keefer Street from Elliot Street on the south to Brown Street on the north, as depicted
in Figure 6.1 and on the official zoning map of the City of Wylie.
E. Downtown Historic District Development and Design Standards and Guidelines
1. All properties must meet requirements provided in this section for Site Design, and
Architectural Standards.
2. Purpose of Downtown Historic District Design Standards. The purpose of these
design standards is to ensure the preservation of the historic and architectural qualities
which make the Downtown Historic District a unique place by permitting new
development compatible with existing historic buildings and by maintaining the historic
and architectural qualities of existing buildings.
a. Site Design Standards. The purpose of the Site Design Standards is to provide for
building and parking placement compatible with existing development.
b. Architectural Standards. The purpose of the Architectural Standards is to provide for
the preservation of existing historic and architectural qualities of Downtown Wylie,
ensure new construction is compatible with these qualities, and to protect and
promote the uniqueness of downtown as a commercial area.
c. The form of new construction and its integration with existing residential historic
structures is critical to maintaining the character of the Historic District. Form
includes the size, shape, massing and materials of new construction. It may be defined
as a new, stand-alone residential building, as an infill into the district, or a new
accessory structure behind an existing residence.
d. The Federal Secretary of the Interior's guidelines for new buildings in historic
districts encourage similarity of form and materials,but not actual replication.
3. Standards and Guidelines for Demolitions and Relocation.
a. DEMOLITION
Prior to Demolition of a structure, a letter from a structural engineer is required if the
request is based on a lack of integrity and structural soundness of the structure. Each
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request for demolition shall be considered on a case by case basis for contributing
structures.
Demolition of a structure will NOT be allowed if any of the items below are met:
1. A structure is of architectural or historical interest and/or value or its removal
would be detrimental to the public interest, or
2. The building contributes significantly to the character of the historic district and
demolition would create a detrimental view or adversely affect the existing
buildings on the block, or
3. A structure is contributing or unusual or uncommon design and materials and it
could not be reproduced without great difficulty and/or expense, or
4. If its proposed replacement would not make a positive visual contribution, would
disrupt the character or be visually incompatible within the historic district.
Demolition of a structure MAY be allowed if any of the following criteria is met:
1. The building has lost its architectural and historical integrity and importance and
its removal will not result in a negative, less appropriate visual effect on the
historic district, or
2. The structure does not contribute to the historical or architectural character and
importance of the historic district(e.g. a non contributing structure), and its
removal will result in a positive, appropriate visual effect in the district.
b. RELOCATION
A building may only be moved from one site to another site within the historic district
under the following conditions:
1. The building is seriously threatened in its original location,
2. The integrity and structural soundness of the building will be maintained,
3. The building will be compatible with the overall character, visual appearance and
site orientation of existing buildings on the block at the new location, and
4. The removal of the building from its original site will not create a detrimental
view or loss of integrity on its immediate block.
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A building may be moved from a site outside of the historic district to a site within
the historic district under the following conditions:
1. The integrity and structural soundness of the building will be maintained,
2. The building will be compatible with the overall character, visual appearance, and
site orientation of existing buildings on the block at the new location, and
3. Any proposed replacement at the original site will result in a more positive visual
effect on its immediate block.
4. Any relocated building moved into the historic district shall be rehabilitated
and/or repaired in accordance with the applicable sections of these guidelines so
as to retain the original character, architectural details, design, and materials of the
structure.
4. Site Design Standards
a. Building Placement- Commercial Structures
i. Buildings shall be placed on the front property line. Buildings may be moved
back from the front property line a total of four feet to provide for wider
sidewalks and entries, if. The building takes up an entire block face; or is located
on a corner; or has a total frontage of more than 50 percent of the block face.
ii. New commercial structures shall be allowed only in block faces which are
predominantly developed with existing commercial structures, or are
predominately vacant land.
iii. Buildings shall be placed on the side property line. Buildings may be moved back
from the side property line a total of four feet to provide for wider sidewalks and
entries when the side property line is along a street.
iv. Buildings that go through a block so that they have frontage on two parallel
streets, shall treat each frontage as a main fagade.
V. New commercial structures shall construct at least a six (6) foot wide sidewalk.
b. Building Placement-Residential Structures
i New single family residential structures are only allowed in blocks which are
predominantly developed with existing residential structures.
ii Residential structures shall conform with the front yard, side yard and rear yard
setbacks of existing residential buildings on the block face. Front yard and rear
yard setbacks will be deemed to be in conformity if they are within five feet of the
average of the existing setback on either side of the new construction. Side yard
setbacks shall be no closer than the side yard setback adjacent to the new
construction or 20 feet whichever is less. On corner lots, side yards shall be
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treated as front yards and shall be the same as that required for the primary front
yard.
iii New accessory structures such as garages, sheds, greenhouses, etc. shall be
located in a separate structure from the main building, and be visually compatible
with the main building and,
I. Shall not extend beyond a platted side or rear building line adjacent to a street.
If no building line exists adjacent to a street on an approved plat, the
accessory structure shall not be located closer than ten (10) feet from the side
or rear property line.
2. Shall not be located closer than five (5) feet to the side property line when the
accessory structure is located behind the main building.
3. When the accessory structure is located in the side yard, the setback for the
accessory structure will be the same as the setback requirement for the main
building.
4. No accessory structure shall be located within the front yard setback.
iv New residential structures shall construct at least a six (6) foot wide sidewalk.
c. Parking for Nonresidential Uses
i Onsite surface parking shall generally not be placed in the required front yard and
shall generally be separated from public streets by the building which it serves.
Exceptions to this requirement include:
a. A lot that is used entirely for surface parking with no listed use in accordance
with Section 5.2.
b. Surface parking on corner lots or lots with frontage on 2 or more public streets
shall comply with the above parking requirements along at least one street
frontage.
c. Where onsite surface parking is constructed to serve existing buildings or
additions to existing buildings, the above parking requirements shall not
apply.
ii Existing nonresidential uses may be renovated, reconstructed, and expanded up to
10 percent of their original floor area without having to comply with these
parking standards.
iii If parking requirements are such that it is difficult to rehabilitate buildings or
construct new buildings without compromising the historic character of a lot(s) in
the Downtown Historic District, the applicant may petition the Commission to
consider a reduction in the number of required parking spaces.
iv Alternative materials for driveways and parking spaces may include pavestones,
grass pavers or other materials, subject to approval of the City Engineer.
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v Off-street parking Lots with over 20 spaces are required to have landscaping and
lighting that meets the standards for other nonresidential developments. (Article 4,
Section 4.3)
d. Parking for Residential Uses
i Parking for residential use shall be on site and shall provide a minimum of two
parking spaces.
ii Alternative materials for driveways and parking spaces may include pavestones,
grass pavers or other materials, subject to approval of the City Engineer.
5. Architectural Design Standards
a. Street Facade—Commercial Structures
i. Primary street facades for nonresidential buildings in the Downtown Historic
District shall have the following basic features of existing historic buildings:
1. Cornice at top of facade;
2. Display windows with transom windows above and lower window panels
below.
3. Pilasters that divide the facade vertically and separate the display windows
units into discrete visual elements.
4. Second floor windows,recessed with multiple lights, lintels, and sills.
ii. Architectural elements such as doors, windows, awnings, canopies and
architectural details shall be compatible with the overall visual qualities existing
within the historic buildings downtown. Maintain as much of the original basic
facade as possible. The basic facade consists of three parts: the storefront, with
large display windows and transom; the upper facade, with large regularly spaced
windows; and the decorative cornice. Similar base standards shall be incorporated
on street facades facing a side street.
iii. Choice of color for the primary facade, various architectural elements, or details
shall be in conformance with the color scheme existing within downtown and
appropriate for the historic and architectural character of the commercial
structure. (Sherwin Williams Preservation Palette, Valspar Historic Color Palette
or equal would be an approved color palette)
iv. In addition to the above, all commercial structures shall have at least two of the
following desirable design features as appropriate:
1. Buildings on corners which create a diagonal corner cut with the entrance on
the corner; or
2. Pediments added to the top of the facade; or
3. Decorative brickwork and architectural detailing on or around the cornice,
fascia,pilasters, or around windows; or
4. Use of natural wooden doors with glass windows; or
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5. Projecting canopies and or awnings placed over the ground floor windows and
doors
b. Street Facade—Residential Structures
i. Residential structures within the Downtown Historic District shall have
identifiable features appropriate to the architectural style of the
buildingThese features may include the following:
1. Covered porches integrated into the front facade of the main structure;
2. Multiplicity of roof forms;
3. Columns and railings defining porch;
4. Windows with multiple lights;
5. High pitch roof lines; and
6. Architectural detailing of gables, window and door casings, eave lines,
and foundations.
7. Use of skirting along the base of the building, in a manner appropriate to
the architectural design of the building; Skirting materials shall be
durable, suitable for exterior exposure, and installed in accordance with
the manufacturer's installation instructions. Skirting shall be secured as
necessary to ensure stability, to minimize vibrations, or minimize
susceptibility to wind damage; or
8. Use of foundation plantings to soften and conceal the foundation; or
9. Use of architectural detailing appropriate to the architectural style of the
building. Architectural detailing includes but is not limited to elements
such as carving in porch rails, turned stiles, use of ornamentation around
windows, doors, eave lines, porches, and decorative windows and
materials within gables.
10. Choice of color for the primary facade, various architectural
elements, or details shall be in conformance with the color scheme
appropriate for the architectural style of the residential structure. (Sher-win
Williams Preservation Palette, Valspar Historic Color Palette or equal
would be an approved color palette)
c. Building Proportions—Commercial Structures
i. New construction height, width and massing should be consistent with the scale
of adjacent contributing structures.
ii. Traditional patterns should be incorporated into new construction whenever
possible.
iii. The ground floor facade shall have at least 45 percent of its area in transparent
windows, or doors. The second floor facade shall have at least 20 percent of its
area in windows. The area of windows includes any mullions framing individual
lights within the window frame.
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iv. The building height shall not exceed forty-five (45') feet at the highest point for
architectural elements including but not limited to turrets, pinnacles and
pediments.
d. Building Proportions—Residential Structures
i. New residential structures within the Downtown Historic District should respect
building heights in accordance with period specific design.
ii. The building height shall not exceed forty-five (45') feet including architectural
elements.
e. Building Materials - Commercial Structures
The base facade materials for commercial structures within the Downtown Historic
District shall be brick or stone. Architectural details, trim, window or door framing
may be wood, stone, cast stone, cast iron, or other materials compatible with the
historic and architectural character of the Downtown Historic District.
f. Building Materials—Residential Structures
i. The primary exterior material for residential structures within the Downtown
Historic District shall be wood siding and/or composite masonry materials having
a wood pattern.
ii. The width of the siding shall be between four and five inches in width.
iii. Renovation to existing residential structures should use materials which are
compatible with the existing residential structure. Adherence to these material
standards are encouraged where appropriate and/or possible.
g. Identifying Features - Residential Structures
According to A Field Guide to American Houses by Virginia Savage McAlester.
The first step in identifying the style of your house is to take a good look at the
outside. Take note of the roof shape, the arrangement of the windows and doors, the
basic shape of the building, the materials and the details. Over the years, your house
may have undergone renovations since it was built. It may have a different type of
siding, ornament may have been removed or added, or windows may have been
changed. It is often possible to determine the style of an altered house by its shape
and roof type.
Although your house will probably not be exactly like any of the examples shown,
you should look for similar shapes, materials, and details. This list is not intended to
be all inclusive, but to give a small example of the various architectural styles . Then
read the description of that style to find out more about its history and specific
characteristics. A style shall be a unique individual expression or part of a broad
cultural pattern
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Federal: 1815 - 1840
Federal houses are square or rectangular in plan, two to three stories high, and
constructed of brick or wood. Semi-circular or elliptical fanlight over front door (with
or without sidelights). Most commonly a simple box, with doors and windows arranged
in strict symmetry. However, the box may be modified by projecting wings or attached
dependencies.
National Folk: 1.850-1890
The National folk/farmhouse style home consists of a rectangular shape with
side-gabled roofs or square layouts with pyramidal roofs. Simple and minimal detailing,
minimal to medium eave overhang. There are typically six house shapes: Gable-front,
Gable-front and wing, Hall and parlor, I-house, Massed plan/side gabled, and
Pyramidal.
Folk Victorian: 1.870-1.91.0
Folk Victorian have medium pitched gabled roofs with decorative shingles in gable
ends, often with pent roofs. It is often identified by basic or simpler details with
asymmetrical floor plans. with Carpenter Gothic detailing. Some of the features include
cypress siding, a bay window, cross gabled roof, and an asymmetrical floor plan.
Queen Anne & Shingle: 1880 To 1900 (Brown House)
Queen Anne houses are brick with wood shingled or stuccoed upper floors, or wood
with surfaces variously sided with clapboards and an assortment of shingle patterns.
Steeply pitched roofs of irregular shape, may have hip or multi-gabled roofs, or a
combination of both. Towers, dormer windows, stained glass windows, bay windows,
turrets, encircling porches, and tall chimneys with decorative brick patterns are typical.
Colonial Revival: 1880-1955
Colonial Revival is used to describe houses based on designs from the Colonial period
in American history. Typical characteristics include windows with sashes, usually with
multi-pane glazing in one or both sashes and frequently in adjacent pairs, accentuated
front door, normally with decorative crown supported by pilasters or extended forward
and supported by slender columns to form entry porch, sidelights and transom windows
may be present, facade is typically symmetrically balanced.
Prairie: 1900 To 1920
Houses of the Prairie style are characterized by hipped low-pitched or flat roofs with
wide overhangs, banded casement windows, and low, massive chimneys. The eaves,
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cornices, and facade detailing emphasize the horizontal lines; often with massive,
square porch supports.
Craftsman: 1905-1930
Most Craftsman style homes have low-pitched, gable roof(occasionally hipped) with
wide, unenclosed eave overhangs; roof rafters are usually exposed and have decorative
(false) beams or braces commonly added under gables; full or partial-width porches are
typically covered by a lower gable, with roof supported by tapered square column;
column or piers frequently extend to ground level (without a break at level of porch
floor); commonly one or one-half stories high, although two-story examples occur in
every subtype.
Bungalow: 1910 To 1940
The Bungalow is a more simple Craftsman style square or rectangular plan. Simple
design, sparse decoration, and natural materials are the essential components of the
bungalow style. Low-sloping gable roof, open floor plans, large front windows, and
broad front porches. typically either a single story or has a second,half, or partial story,
that is built into a sloped roof. Bungalows are typically small in terms of size and
square footage and often are distinguished by the presence of dormer windows and
verandas.
Airplane Bungalow: 1910. . To 1940.
The Bungalow is a more simple Craftsman style square or rectangular plan. Simple
design, sparse decoration, and natural materials are the essential components of the
bungalow style. Low-sloping gable roof, open floor plans, large front windows, and
broad front porches. typically either a single story or has a second, half, or partial story,
that is built into a sloped roof. Bungalows are typically small in terms of size and
square footage and often are distinguished by the presence of dormer windows and
verandas.
Minimal Traditional: 1935 To 1950
Low to medium pitched roof, little or no eave overhang, more often gabled roof with a
front door entrance under the front cross gable, double-hung windows, typically
multi-pane or 1 over 1, generally small one-story residences with minimal added
architectural detail.
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Broad one-story shape; low-pitched roof typically with carport or garage incorporated
under main roof, asymmetrical facade with front entry usually located off-center.
Variations: no carport/garage, with carport or garage (I car or 2 car).
Note:
A later addition to an old house may have gained significance on its own. Don't assume
it's worthless just because it's not part of the original building. For example, Greek
Revival buildings built between 1830 and 1850 had plain window decorations. Some of
these were "updated" with more elaborate Italianate window decoration in the 1870s.
Since this later decoration reflects a style of architecture now over 100 years old, it too
has gained historic significance and is architectural evidence which tells us something
about the history of the building; such later decoration should not be removed.
h. Fencing—Commercial Structures
Any fencing for commercial structures within the Downtown Historic District shall
be in the rear of the building.
i. Fencing—Residential Structures
1. Fencing placed in the front of the residential structure shall be limited as follows:
a. Height not to exceed 3 feet;
b. At least 50 percent of the surface area of the fence shall be open and
transparent;
c. Made from wood or wrought iron. Masonry or brick may be used for columns
with wood or wrought iron fence panels;
d. Have the posts and rails facing the inside of the fence.
ii. Fences placed in the side or rear yard shall be permitted to a height of 8 feet
maximum and shall be constructed of wood or wrought iron. Masonry or brick
may be used for columns with wood or wrought iron fence panels All fences
placed in front of the residential building shall be decorative in design.
6. Signs
Purpose: All signs in this section are applicable to the Downtown Historic District only
and are not appropriate to any other zoning district. The purpose of this section is to
ensure that the area, material, and placement of new signs and alterations made to
existing signs are appropriate to the architectural design of the building and the district,
and that signs do not visually obscure significant architectural features of a building or
the district in general.
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a. General Provisions:
i Pole sign means any sign erected on a vertical framework consisting of no more
than two uprights supported by the ground and where there is a physical
separation between the base of the sign and the ground.
ii Signs shall be constructed of materials that are not subject to deterioration when
exposed to the weather. Internally illuminated signs must be constructed of
non-combustible material or approved plastics.
iii New signs should respect the size, scale and design of the historic building.
iv New signs should not obscure significant features of the historic building.
v No sign permitted under the regulations of this section shall be installed without
first obtaining zoning clearance and a sign permit.
b. Signs for Residential Structures
i The sign area of any one face shall not exceed sixteen (16) square feet in area.
The sign area of a pole sign shall not comprise more than seventy percent (70%)
of the entire sign structure.
ii The maximum height of a pole sign structure shall be six (6) feet when no lighting
is included. The maximum height of a pole sign structure shall be eight (8) feet
when a globe type light is included.
iii Logos and symbols may be illuminated or backlit by fluorescent fixtures. The use
of indirect lighting is also allowed.
iv The use of a fluorescent color on a sign is prohibited.
v No more than one pole sign may be displayed on a premise at any given time.
vi The sign may be placed adjacent to the public right-of-way, provided it does not
encroach on the sight visibility triangle and is a minimum of six feet from the
outside face of curb.
vii Single acorn type luminaires, flutes, moldings or other traditional details are
strongly preferred. See Figure 6-2.
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c. Signs for Commercial Structures
i The size of the sign shall be in proportion to the building and the neighboring
structures and signs.
ii The total maximum allowable sign area for each building face is one square foot
per one linear foot of a single tenant, not to exceed 70 square feet, whichever is
less.
in The total maximum allowable sign area for each building face is one square foot
per one and one-half(1-1/2) linear foot of a multi-tenant building, not to exceed
100 square feet whichever is less.
iv Signs shall be mounted or erected so they do not obscure the architectural features
or openings of a building.
v No sign or portion of a sign shall extend above the cornice line at the top of the
building face. Roof top signs are prohibited.
vi For buildings without a recognizable style, the sign shall adopt the decorative
features of the building, utilizing the same materials and colors.
vii The structural materials of the sign should match the historic materials of the
building. Wood, metal, stucco, stone or brick, is allowed. Plastic, vinyl or similar
materials are prohibited. Neon, resin to give the appearance of wood, and fabric
may be used as appropriate.
viii Attached signs may only be illuminated utilizing internal lighting. Exterior letters
with exposed neon lighting are allowed.
d. Window Signs
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Window signs do not require a permit or a permit fee. Window Signs must meet the
following regulations:
i. Window Signs must not obscure more than 20 percent of the window area per
fagade.
ii. No illuminated Window Signs shall be allowed where it creates an unduly
distracting and hazardous condition to motorist, pedestrian or the general public..
e. Awning Signs
i. An Awning may extend the full length of the wall of the building to which it is
attached and shall solely be supported by the exterior wall of the building. The
awning sign shall be no more than six feet (6') in height and shall not be placed
less than eight feet(8') above the sidewalk.
ii. The artwork or copy for an Awning Sign shall not exceed twenty percent(20%) of
the area of the Awning and shall extend for no more than sixty percent (60%) of
the length of the Awning.
f. Projecting Signs
i Signs shall be constructed of noncombustible material.
ii Signs shall not project more than three feet (Y), measured from the building face
and shall not be closer than two feet(2') from the back of the curb line.
iii Bottom of the sign shall be at least 8 feet above the sidewalk.
iv Signs shall be compatible in design, shape, and material with the architectural and
historic character of the building.
v Signs shall not exceed sixteen (16) square feet per sign face.
g. Canopy Signs
i A Canopy Sign is a permanent structure that is supported by the building or by a
support extending to the ground directly under the canopy. The Canopy Sign may
be attached to, or be an integral part of the face of a canopy.
ii The artwork or copy on a Canopy Sign shall not exceed ten percent of the face of
the canopy, or a maximum of twenty-five (25) square feet, whichever is greater.
iii An illuminated stripe may be incorporated into a canopy. The stripe may extend
along the entire length of the face of the canopy. The width or thickness of the
stripe shall be limited to one-third of the vertical dimension of the face of the
canopy. The internal illumination of a canopy is limited to the portions of the
canopy face on which a sign or stripe is permitted.
h. Special Events Banner Signs
i A Special Event Banner sign is composed of cloth, plastic, canvas or other light
fabric.
ii Only banners promoting or supporting local community events will be permitted
over public right-of-ways.
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iii An application to place a banner over a public right-of-way shall be submitted to
the Building Inspections Department at least 10 days before the date to be
installed.
iv The City of Wylie may erect and remove banners over public right-of-way.
Banners may only be installed at locations approved by the City.
v The maximum banner size allowed is 4 x 36 feet, unless extended over the public
right-of-way. Banners must be in good repair at all times.
vi The banner may remain a maximum of fourteen (14) days. A maximum of two
banners can be hung for each event with placement of the second banner provided
as space allows. Only one banner will be hung at each location.
vii When a banner over the public right-of-way is removed, the applicant is
responsible for picking up the banner from the City of Wylie Service Center
within ten (1.0) working days of the removal date. A late fee of $50 will be
charged for banners left after the ten (10) day period. Unclaimed banners will be
disposed of 30-days after removal date.
viii Banners not defined as Special Events Banners are regulated by the City's current
Sign Ordinance and as amended.
i. A-Frame/Sandwich Board Signs
i No more than one a-frame or sandwich board sign per business shall be allowed,
and a minimum of four feet of clear sidewalk shall be maintained at all times.
The sign shall be sufficiently weighted or anchored to prevent movement by wind
or other elements.
ii No a-frame or sandwich board sign shall exceed eight square feet per face or four
feet in height. The entire sign structure shall be calculated as the total of sign area.
iii Materials suggested for use for signs are finished hardwoods, or softwoods.
Materials not allowed include, but are not limited to, fluorescent materials,paper
or fluorescent paints.
j. Encroachment into Public Right-of-Way. Any sign that is located upon or overhangs a
public right-of-way shall be approved by the Public Works Director or his/her
designee on forms provided by the City of Wylie.
k. Exempt Incidental Signs. Small incidental signs can be installed along a business
frontage without permit approval from the City. Incidental signs are commonly seen
as menu boards, open signs, small window signs noting hours of operation, and small
hanging signs. Incidental signs do not include other signs specifically listed within
this ordinance. Although a permit is not required for these type signs, the following
guidelines must be maintained.
i No more than three (3) incidental signs per building entrance.
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ii Maximum area allowed is 3 sq. ft. each, with a total cumulative area not to
exceed 7 sq. ft.;
iii Incidental signs that project over or into a pedestrian right-of-way must be at
least T-6" above the sidewalk;
iv Cannot project beyond the awning;
v Cannot extend above the awning;
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1. Mural Signs shall be reviewed and approved by the Building Official for compliance
with the definition of a mural and other applicable local, state, and federal laws.
m. Signs denied by the Building Official shall be subject to review pursuant to Sec
22-443 (10) Variances of the city's Sign Ordinance, as amended.
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