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2024-04-25 Architectural Design Board PacketOF EDA' v ti Agenda Edmonds Architectural Design Board REGULAR MEETING BRACKETT ROOM 121 5TH AVE N, CITY HALL- 3RD FLOOR, EDMONDS, WA 98020 APRIL 25, 2024, 6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING INFORMATION This is a Hybrid meeting. Attendees may appear in person or on-line via the zoom link provided. Physical Meeting Location: Brackett Room, 3rd Floor Edmonds City Hall 121 5th Avenue N. Zoom Link: https://edmondswa- gov.zoom.us/j/88959586932?pwd=RzdPWUIwM09PZ1k1MHN2eWM1YXphZz09 Passcode:591531 1. CALL TO ORDER Roll Call 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. AUDIENCE COMMENTS Statement: This is an opportunity to comment regarding any matter not listed on the agenda as public hearing. Speakers are limited to five minutes. Please clearly state your name and city of residence. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. 8541 : Minute Approval S. NEW BUSINESS 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. 8543 : Review of the 2020 Comp Plan Urban Design Element 7. BOARD REVIEW ITEMS Items requiring review and recommendation from the ADB. 8. BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS 9. ADB MEMBER COMMENTS 10. ADJOURNMENT Edmonds Architectural Design Board Agenda April 25, 2024 Page 1 Architectural Design Board Agenda Item Meeting Date: 04/25/2024 Minute Approval Staff Lead: Jeff Levy & Mike Clugston Department: Planning & Development Prepared By: Michelle Martin Background/History N/A Staff Recommendation Review and approval previous meeting minutes for March 28th. Narrative March 28th draft meeting minutes attached. Attachments: Draft March 28, 2024 minutes Packet Pg. 2 CITY OF EDMONDS ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD Minutes of Regular Meeting March 28, 2024 Chair Bayer called the hybrid meeting of the Architectural Design Board to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Brackett Room at Edmonds City Hall, 121— 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, Washington. Board Members Present Kim Bayer, Chair Alexa Brooks, Vice Chair Maurine Jeude Corbitt Loch Board Members Absent Alex Hutchinson (excused) Steve Schmitz APPROVAL OF AGENDA The agenda was approved as presented. AUDIENCE COMMENTS None APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 22, 2024 ADB Meeting Minutes Staff Present Mike Clugston, Acting Planning Manager > Jeff Levy, Senior Planner a Amber Brokenshire, Associate Planner �- a 4) c 2 MOTION MADE BY BOARD MEMBER LOCH, SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER JEUDE, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES AS PRESENTED. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. NEW BUSINESS A. PLN2023-0015 Port of Edmonds North Portwalk and Seawall Reconstruction Associate Planner Amber Brokenshire made the presentation. She discussed the review process, site context, and proposal. She reviewed how the proposal will meet site development standards including setbacks, height, parking, landscaping, and two proposed conditions highlighted in the staff report regarding landscaping and screening of mechanical equipment. Staff is recommending that the ADB forward a recommendation of approval to the Hearing Examiner with staff two proposed conditions. Architectural Design Board Meeting Minutes of Regular Meeting March 28, 2024 Pagel of 3 Packet Pg. 3 Clarification questions were asked about the screening, parking, accessibility of the restrooms, access to the portwalk, opportunities for art, and landscaping. A concern was raised about the potential slipping hazard of the proposed glass blocks. Ms. Brokenshire responded that a condition could be that materials are used that prevent slippage. The applicant explained the Port would have to put "melt" down; the blocks also come with non -slip coating. A concern was also raised about the heat of glass blocks for dogs' feet. The applicant did not think this would be an issue due to open air circulation underneath. Commissioners were pleased with the extensive landscaping plan. Additional clarification questions were asked about seating and the potential for historical plaques or recognition of the native tribes who historically used the waterfront area. The applicant stated they have not settled on artwork yet. There was a question about whether the project actually complies with the design criteria especially regarding being a unique, creative, beautiful place unlike any other. Specifically, the Comprehensive Plan talks about everything in the downtown area being an identity element; encouraging a more active and vital setting for new retail, office, entertainment, and associated business; providing for a full spectrum of recreational activities, park 'o settings, and natural features; providing space for local businesses and cottage industries; and providing open a space for interaction, play, seating, and other activities. There were comments that this is a nice place to just sit a and enjoy the nature. It doesn't necessarily need a lot of retail, but opportunities for food trucks or other ways to make it a little more exciting would be nice. There was discussion about the bathroom being a very utilitarian structure that could be more creative in its design. The applicant explained the bathroom was designed to match the other one. There was brief discussion about whether a bathroom is even necessary in this location. Several board members felt it was important. The Board discussed possible conditions of approval such as emphasizing the tribal connection in an educational/historical way and including various additional art installations such as public sculptures. There was also some question about what could be done with the restroom. The applicant discussed cost constraints for the Port and noted that reasons for selecting the restroom were because of the cost, to match the other restroom, and for the longevity of the building. In general, board members suggested that the restroom needs additional architectural detailing to comply fully with the design guideline. There were suggestions about putting something on the building to add more interest such as a mural or other artwork. Another idea was adding planters/landscaping to add more interest. It was also noted that the illustration of the restroom looking west isn't consistent with the drawings in the packet. The plans don't have the different treatment of the waterline. MOTION MADE BY VICE CHAIR BROOKS, SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER JEUDE, TO FORWARD A RECOMMENDATION OF APPROVAL TO THE HEARING EXAMINER WITH THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS: 1) INCORPORATE MURAL ARTWORK/PAINT ON THE SIDE OF THE RESTROOM BUILDING, AND 2) INCORPORATE CREATIVE ARTWORK, TRIBAL REFERENCE WITH HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/EDUCATIONAL ASPECT WITHIN THE SITE. MOTION PASSED (3-1). AYES: BAYER, BROOKS, JEUDE NOES: LOCH Architectural Design Board Meeting Minutes of Regular Meeting March 28, 2024 Page 2 of 3 Packet Pg. 4 BOARD REVIEW ITEMS None BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Review of Individual Member Comments on the 2020 Urban Design Element Senior Planner Jeff Levy said he would compile all the comments/edits for discussion at the next meeting, highlighting any areas where there might be conflicting ideas. This would be followed up by a first draft for review at the following meeting. There was a suggestion that it would be easier to start from scratch than to try to edit an outdated document. Staff explained that was an option. There was discussion about the process and the anticipated timeline in order to complete the first complete draft of the Comprehensive Plan component by June. 0 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS a a a 4) Board Member Loch expressed frustration about the large size of this meeting's packet for the ADB to review and requested that only the material necessary for the ADB to consider be included in the future. Mr. Clugston concurred. as Chair Bayer requested getting the consolidated document with enough time prior to the next meeting to be able to review it. Mr. Clugston agreed and stated their intent is to get the packets out a week before the meeting. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. Architectural Design Board Meeting Minutes of Regular Meeting March 28, 2024 Page 3 of 3 Packet Pg. 5 Architectural Design Board Agenda Item Meeting Date: 04/25/2024 Review of the 2020 Comp Plan Urban Design Element Staff Lead: Jeff Levy Department: Planning Division Prepared By: Michael Clugston Background/History As introduced at the February 22 meeting (media linked), Edmonds is currently doing a periodic update of its comprehensive plan consistent with the requirements of the Growth Management Act (GMA) in RCW 36.70A.130. As part of that work, and consistent with the ADB's powers and duties in ECC 10.05.040, the Board is reviewing the Urban Design portion of the Community Culture and Urban Design Element of the 2020 Comprehensive Plan. This is not a required element of the comprehensive plan, but rather is optional as noted in RCW 36.70A.080. Feedback was initially requested from the Board about whether particular existing language should remain as -is, needs to be updated, needs to be removed, or whether some new information needs to be added. The Board discussed initial member comments on March 28 (media linked). Member comments received to -date are included as Attachments 1- 4. Staff Recommendation Provide feedback to the consultant and staff regarding the Urban Design element. Narrative To be more efficient with the Board's time outside of regular meetings, staff has asked VIA Perkins - Eastman, the City's consultant working on the comprehensive plan update, to attend the April ADB meeting for a group discussion. The VIA will take Board member comments and develop a summary for the Board to review at a future meeting. Using that information, the Board would be able to make a recommendation on the Urban Design element. For those who have already submitted their comments, those will be supplied to the consultant to include in their analysis. Attachments: Attachment 1 - Member Jeude comments Attachment 2 - Member Brooks Review Attachment 3 - Chair Bayer comments Attachment 4 - Member Loch comments February 22 ADB meeting media March 28 ADB meeting media Packet Pg. 6 Urban Design General. The man-made environment is an expression of human culture and reflects, in physical form, the social values of the members of the community. The manner- i wh:,.hmLay the man-made elements are integrated into the natural environment helps create the community's special characteristics -ate, contributes to the quality of life in Edmonds, and solidifies its position as a cultural destination. The beauty and variety of the natural surroundings in Edmonds and the historical development of the City's businesses and residences have combined to create an interesting, aR4-visually attractive, and valued -community. Views, especially views from public corridors and public places, are an iwpoi4an integral community asset. During past years of rapid and unchecked growth, unsightly development — of poor quality or design — does exiAcnopped up in the City. -Aging-, misfit, and poorly maintained buildings in some parts of the City can create an aesthetic problem if . Retaining historic buildings ea*rpositively reinforces the character of wi-some areas, such as the downtown core. T4e Decades of strip -mall type of —development along Highway 99 has oftepresulted in economic underdevelopment and disconnection of private properties that mare aesthetically displeasing and not conducive to pedestrian movement or community development. ^'Utility wires are placed underground where new development takes place, however overhead wires still exist in most of the older parts of the City where they interfere with views and create visual blight. Commercial signs contribute to the color and variety of community life as well as providing an important function, but they may also create discordant and unsightly conditions where they are excessive or of poor design. Street landscaping is a significant and highly valued goal, but it has been utilized in the past on a limited basis. The City recognizes that tree canopy protection and streetscaping balances urban growth by preserving a healthy, sustainable and livable community. ,Many opportunities exist for parking lots, access roads, streets, and buildings ear -to be better integrated with the landscape. Urban Design Goals & Policies The general design objectives provided with this goal are intended to provide general guidance, while the subsequent design objectives (Goals B, C and D) for specific locations or situations are intended to supplement the general objectives and add more guidance for those specific situations. Each key goal in this element (or section) is identified by an alphabet letter (for example, "D"). Goals are typically followed by associated policies and these are identified by the letter of the goal and a sequential number (for example, "13.2") Packet Pg. 7 General Design Goal A. Design goals and objectives are intended t provide a set of tools for the City to use to guide future development to r-esu that results in high quality, well -designed, and sensitive projects that reflect the values of the citizens of Edmonds. The goals and related objectives contained in this section are intended to: • Maintain and improve the physical appearance and character of Edmonds, • improve retail and pedestrian circulation, aeeessibi accessibility and interaction options, • improve business opportunities; that align with neighborhood comprehensive plans, • protect natural environments using sustainable and LEED design practices; • protect and enhance the residential character and quali , of life of Edmonds. General Design Objectives Design Objectives for Site Design. The development of parking lots, pedestrian walkways and landscaping features is an integral part of how a building interacts with its site and its surrounding environment. Good design and site planning improves access by pedestrians, bicycles, and automobiles, minimizes potential negative impacts to adjacent development, reinforces the character and activities within a district and builds a more cohesive and coherent physical environment. A.l Vehicular Access. Improve pedestrian, bicycle and auto safety by reducing the numbers and width of driveways (curb cuts) in order- to impr-&ve pedestfiai+, A.2 Layout of Parking. LeemingLocate buildings in proximity to the street to facilitate direct pedestrian interaction and -access, -and help define the street edge. Parking should be placed to the side, rear and under developments. A.3 Connections On- and Offsite. Design site access and circulation within and between sites to encourage linkages for pedestrians, vehicles, and bicycles. Special attention should be paid to providing and improving connections to transit. A.4 Building Entry Location. Building entries should be configured to provide clear entry points to buildings, be oriented to pedestrian walkways/pathways, and support the overall intent of the streetscape environment. Space at the entry for gathering or seating is highly desirable for commercial, multi -family ,.o&,.�er and mixed --use buildings. A.5 Setbacks. Create and maintain the landscape and site characteristics of each neighborhood area and provide a common street frontage tieing that tieseaeh site to its neighbor. Setbacks should be appropriate to the desired streetscape, providing for transition areas between public streets and private building entries where a variety of activities and amenities can occur. Packet Pg. 8 A.6 Open Space. For residential settings, create green spaces to enhance the visual attributes of the development and provide places for interaction, play, seating, and other activities. In business and retail settings, enhance with pocket -park seating, vegetation and protect existing trees A.7 Building/Site Identity. Improve pedestrian access and way -finding by providing variety in building forms, colors, materials and individuality of buildings. Avoid massing. A.8 Weather Protection. Provide a unified look to covered walkways and entries for pedestrian weather protection. A.9 Lighting. Provide adequate and appropriate illumination in all areas used by automobiles, bicycles and pedestrians — including building entries, walkways, parking areas, circulation areas and other open spaces — to support activity and security. A.10 Signage. E�,,,,�,�,t;,. ge Provide signage that supplies clear information and direction for properties and businesses while preventing the streetscape from becoming cluttered. Encourage the use of graphics and symbols in signage to -that support the city's emphasis on uniqueness and the arts. Support the Creative District designation. A.11 Site Utilities, Storage, Trash and Mechanical Systems. Minimize the noise, odor and visual impacts of utility systems using such features as landscaping, building forms, or integrated design, preferably located at the back of the building. A.12 Integrating Site Features. Integrate natural landscape features and unique landforms — such as rocky outcroppings or significant trees — into site design whenever possible. A.13 Landscape Buffers. Use landscaping and/or other features such as fences to maintain privacy and create a visual barrier between incompatible uses. These buffering techniques should also be used to soften hard edges (such as the perimeters of parking lots) and reinforce pedestrian ways and circulation routes. Native plants and rain gardens should be promoted as alternatives to lawns and runoff retention areas. Protect the existing tree canopy or replace them when removal is necessary. Design Objectives for Building Form. Building height and modulation guidelines are essential to create diversity in building forms, minimize shadows cast by taller buildings upon the pedestrian areas and adjacent buildings, and to ensure compliance with policies in the city's Comprehensive Plan. Protecting views from public parks and building entries as well as street views to the mountains and Puget Sound are an important part of Edmonds character and urban form. A.14 Building Form. Encourage new construction to avoid repetitive, monotonous, box- like building forms. Packet Pg. 9 A.15 Massing. Reduce the apparent bulk and mass of buildings by efleettragigproviding open space and human scale elements in building design and/or by subdividing building masses vertically or horizontally. A.16 Roof Modulation. Use roof forms to help identify different programs or functional areas within the building and support differentiation of building form and massing. Roof design, in combination with wall modulation, mallows for additional light to enter buildings er�and pedestrian spaces. A.17 Wall Modulation. Variation in materials, decorative elements, or other features should shall be employed to support pedestrian scale and accessible environments and streetscapes, or -and to help break up large building masses to keep in scale and character with the surrounding environment. Design Objectives for Building Facade. Building facade objectives ensure that the exterior of a building - the portion of a building that defines the character and visual appearance of a place - is of high quality and demonstrates the strong sense of place and integrity valued by the residents of the City of Edmonds. A.18 Building Facade Design. Encourage building facades that reinforce the appearance and consistency of streetscape patterns while supporting diversity and identity in building design. A.19 Window Variety and Articulation. Use window size and placement to help define the scale and character of the building. Use the organization and combinations of window types to reinforce the streetscape character or to provide variation in a facade, as well as provide light and air to the building interior. A.20 Variation in Facade Materials. Employ variation in materials, neutral/PNW colors or design elements on building facades to help define the scale and style of the structure. Variation in facade materials ea* -helps reduce the apparent bulk of larger buildings while allowing variety and individuality of building design. Urban Design Goals & Policies for Specific Areas In addition to the general design goal and objectives described above under Goal A, supplemental design objectives are outlined below for specific areas or districts within the city. Each key goal in this element (or section) is identified by an alphabet letter (for example, "D"). Goals are typically followed by associated policies and these are identified by the letter of the goal and a sequential number (for example, "D.2") Urban Design Goal B: Downtown/Waterfront Activity Center. Design objectives and standards should be carefully crafted for the Downtown/Waterfront Activity Center to encourage its unique design character and important place -making status within the city. B.1 Vehicular Access and Parking. Driveways and curb cuts should be minimized to assure a consistent and safe streetscape for pedestrians. When alleys are present, Packet Pg. 10 MED these should be are the preferred method of providing vehicular access to a property and should shall be used „Foss there is fie reasonable ble alternative -if available. Configuration of parking should support a "park and walk" policy that provides adequate parking while minimizing impacts on the pedestrian streetscape. B.2 Pedestrian Access and Connections. Improve and encourage pedestrian access and interaction from the street by locating buildings close to the street and sidewalks;, and defining the street edge. Cross walks at key intersections should shall be accentuated by the use e special materials, signage, or paving treatments. Transit access and waiting areas should be provided where appropriate. B.3 Building Entry Location. Commercial building entries should be easily recognizable -and, oriented to the pedestrian streetscape and4+yJaeinglocated at sidewalk grade. I: 1 Building Setbacks. Create a common street frontage view with enough repetition to tie each site to its neighbor,. Ereett age the F- row and provide public spaces to enhance the visual attributes of the development and encourage outdoor interaction. In the Waterfront area west of the railroad, buildings should be set back from the waterfront to preserve and provide a buffer from existing beach areas. In the Waterfront area, site layout should be coordinated with existing buildings and proposed improvements to provide views of the water, open spaces, and easy pedestrian access to the beach. Building/Site Identity. In the downtown area, retain a connection with the pedestrian scale and character of downtown through the use of similar materials, proportions, forms, masses, or -and building elements. New construction shall use designs that reference, but do not replicate historicNA& forms or patterns. B.6 Weather Protection. Provide a complementary covered walkway for pedestrians traveling along public sidewalks or walkways. Packet Pg. 11 Im Signage. Lighting of s=a sSign li�h�g shall be indirect or minimally backlit to display lettering and symbols or graphic design instead of broadly lighting the face of the sign. Signage using graphics or symbols or that contributes to the historic character of a building his encouraged. Art and Public Spaces. Public art and amenities that promote community interaction and feeling of place, such as mini- and pocket parks, flower baskets, street furniture, etc., shall be provided as a normal part of the public streetscape. These elements should be continued in the portion of the private streetscape that adjoins the public streetscape. In the 4t1i Avenue Arts Corridor, art must be a common element of building design, with greater design flexibility provided when art is made a central feature of the design. B.9 Building Height. Create and preserve a human scale for downtown buildings. Meet code restrictions. Building frontages along downtown streetscapes sl}exld shall be pedestrian in scale. B.10 Massing. Large building masses should be subdivided or softened using design elements that emphasize the human scale of the streetscape. Building facades shetA&must respect and echo historic patterns along downtown pedestrian streets. All designs must incorporate a base, middle and top, and canopies. B.11 Building Fagade. Provide a Shuman -scale streetscape, breaking up long facades into defined forms that continue a pattern of individual and distinct tenant spaces in commercial and mixed --use areas. Avoid blank, monotonous, and imposing building facades using design elements that add detail and emphasize the different levels of the building (e.g. the top or cornice vs. the pedestrian level or building base). B.12 Window Variety and Articulation. In the downtown retail and mixed commercial districts, building storefronts should be dominated by clear, transparent glass windows that allow and encourage pedestrians to walk past and and leels see into the commercial space. Decorative trim and surrounds should beare encouraged to add interest and variety. Upper floors of buildings should use windows as part of the overall design to encourage rhythm and accents in the fagade. Urban Design Goal C: Highway 99 Corridor. Additional Design Objectives for the Highway 99 Corridor should support its function as a locus of commercial and desired peten64-mixed--use activity, building on the availability of multiple forms of transportation and its proximate location to surrounding neighborhoods. C.1 General Appearance and Identity. Design of buildings and spaces along Highway 99 should shall eneeufage provide a feeling of identity associated with different sections of the highway. Packet Pg. 12 MED C.2 Site Design. Site design must allow for vechicular access and parking as well as safe access and circulation for pedestrians. Whenever- possible, sites sheuldSites shall provide pedestrian -friendly connections between adjacent businesses and between businesses and nearby residential neighborhoods. C.3 Massing. Large buildiniz masses shall be subdivided or softened using design elements that emphasize a human scale and encourage connectivity with the streetscape. CA Building Facade. Provide a human -scale streetscape, breaking up long facades into defined forms that continue a pattern of individual and distinct tenant spaces in commercial and mixed -use areas. Avoid blank, monotonous, and imposing building facades using design elements that add detail and emphasize the different levels of the building (e.g. the top or cornice vs. the pedestrian level or building base . C.35 Landscaping and Buffering. Landscaping feneing tenon -cement materials and _rg een spaceshould shall be used to soften the street front of sites, and also used o buffer more intensive uses from adjoining less --intensive use areas (e.g. buffer commercial from residential development). Urban Design Goal D: Neighborhood Commercial Areas. Design in neighborhood commercial areas should seek to support and enhance the function of the neighborhood center while paying close attention to its place within the neighborhood setting. D.1 Landscape and Buffering. Special attention should be paid to transitions from commercial development to surrounding residential areas, using landscaping, mini - and pocket parks ands gradations in building scale to provide compatible development and community connectivity. Streetscape and Street Trees General. Trees are a .,.,',,, ble ass an asset to the community. -They help absorb stormwater, provide habitat for wildlife, clean pollution from the air, and give both summer shade and aesthetic pleasure. Trees on public property and within the right-of-way are a common and valued feature of the City's urban design. Supporting, maintaining and enhancing the tree canopy should be considered a normal part of a development's street landscape. "Streetscape" is a term that refers to the street environment, often including pedestrian features, landscaping, lighting, pavement materials, and signage. The streetscape plays an important role in the livability and character of Edmonds. Public streets, with their associated walkways and pedestrian spaces, provide the places for people to interact with their neighbors, accommodate public events and commerce, promote human needs for enjoyment and exercise including arts and aesthetics, and can improve the ecological function of the city. When designed properly, the streetscape complements the urban design elements incorporated into the development of private property. A Streetscape Plan was developed in 2002 by the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department and updated in 2006. It focused on the public realm along streets, certain areas of the City such as the 4th Avenue Arts Corridor, Highway 99 International area, and downtown. The Streetscape Packet Pg. 13 Plan included a Street Tree Plan as an appendix. The Street Tree Plan has since been updated to reflect lessons learned about preferred tree species in certain locations. The Street Tree Plan provides guidance to the City in selecting and maintaining street trees in specific areas. In 2011, the City adopted a `Complete Streets' program that prioritizes accommodating the needs of all users - including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit and individual vehicles - in transportation projects. The intent is to create safe environments for people of all ages and abilities while improving transportation options and connections between the City's destinations and centers of activity. A complete streets approach earrimproves the ability of residents and visitors to experience the City in a variety of ways while improving environmental quality, enhancing economic activity, and promoting a healthy lifestyle. „hertz feasible, streetStreet trees or -and other landscaping located between the travel lane and the sidewalk e-arrimprove the pedestrian experience and are highly encouraged. This section has a key goal and several policies specifically related to streetscape and street trees within the public right of way. Streetscape and Street Trees Goals & Policies Each key goal in this element (or section) is identified by an alphabet letter (for example, "D"). Goals are typically followed by associated policies and these are identified by the letter of the goal and a sequential number (for example, "D.2") Streetscape and Street Trees Goal A. Enhance the public realm through streetscape and street tree choices. A.1. Encourage improvements to streets that link parks, open spaces, recreation centers, employment centers, and transportation nodes. A.2. R '. nee the rood for short to Ensure there is adequate parking for peppers customerss and loading for businesses with the need o rthrough pedestrian - oriented design, especially downtown. A.3. Provide sustainable streetscapes that can enhance the natural environment, help ensure safety, and complement the characteristics of the neighborhood or district in which they are located. AA Promote the planting and maintenence of landscaping and street trees to enhance City gateways and connections; strengthen the character and identify of downtown and other retail/commercial centers; and improve the pedestrian environment. A.5. £eek-tePriooritlze maintenance and rrretention of existing healthy trees in the rights -of -way without sacrificing public safety or public infrastructure or allowing a hazard or nuisance. Packet Pg. 14 A.6. cog -Selection and mmana_eg memt pf trees for planting in the public rights -of -way should be based on a variety of factors, such as aesthetics, view corridors, safety, maintenence, size, spacing, longevity, location, utilities, and adaptability to the regional environment. Implementation Actions Implementation actions are steps that are intended to be taken within a specified timeframe to address high priority Streetscape and Street Tree goals. The actions identified here are specifically called out as being impet4ant inter al; but are not intended to be the only actions or measures that may be used by the City. Action 1: Develop an update to the Street Tree Plan by the end of 2018. Action 2: Develop an Urban Forest Management Plan by the end of 2018. Packet Pg. 15 C Urban Design General. The man-made environment is an expression of human culture and reflects, in physical form, the social values of the members of the community. The manner in which the man-made elements are integrated into the natural environment helps create the community's special characteristics and contribute to the quality of life in Edmonds. The beauty and variety of the natural surroundings in Edmonds and the historical development of the A City have combined to create an interesting and visually attractive community. Views, especially ``►�1t� views from public corridors and public places, are an important community asset. V However, unsightly development — of poor quality or design — does exist in the City. Aging buildi s a/w" in some parts of the City can create an aesthetic problem if they are not maintained. R historic buildings can positively reinforce the character of an area such as downtown. The strip type of development along Highway 99 has often resulted in economic underdevelopment of private properties that end up being aesthetically displeasing. tlarj Although utility wires are placed underground where new development takes place, overhead wires still exist in most of the older parts of the City where they interfere with views and create visual blight. Commercial signs contribute to the color and variety of community life as well as providing an important function but they may also create discordant and unsightly conditions where they are excessive or of poor design. Street landscaping has been utilized in the past on a limited basis. However, in many areas. parking lots, access roads, streets and buildings can be better integrated with the landscape. Urban Design Goals & Policies The general design objectives provided with this goal are intended to provide general guidance, while the subsequent design objectives (Goals B. C and D) for specific locations or situations are intended to supplement the general objectives and add more guidance for those specific situations. Each key goal in this element (or section) is identified by an alphabet letter (for example, "D"). Goals are typically followed by associated policies and these are identified by the letter of the goal and a sequential number (for example, "D.2") General Design Goal A. Design goals and objectives are intended to provide a set of tools for the City to use to guide future development to result in high quality, well -designed, and sensitive projects that reflect the values of the citizens of Edmonds. The goals and related objectives contained in this section are intended to: • improve the physical appearance and character of Edmonds, • improve retail and pedestrian circulation options, Packet Pg. 16 C • improve business opportunities, • protect natural environments using sustainable design practices, • protect and enhance the residential character of Edmonds. s� General Design Objectives Design Objectives for Site Design. The development of parking lots, pedestrian walkways and landscaping features is an integral part of how a building interacts with its site and its surrounding environment. Good design and site planning improves access by pedestrians, bicycles and automobiles, minimizes potential negative impacts to adjacent development, reinforces the character and activities within a district and builds a more cohesive and coherent physical environment. A.l Vehicular Access. Reduce the numbers and width of driveways (curb cuts) in order to improve pedestrian, bicycle and auto safety. A.2 Layout of Parking. Locating buildings in proximity to the street to facilitate direct pedestrian access and help define the street edge. Parking should be placed to the side and rear. A.3 Connections On- and Offsite. Design site access and circulation within and between sites to encourage linkages for pedestrians, vehicles, and bicycles. Special attention should be paid to providing and improving connections to transit. AA Building Entry Location. Building entries should be configured to provide clear entry points to buildings, be oriented to pedestrian walkways/pathways, and support the overall intent of the strcetscape environment. Space at the entry for gathering or seating is desirable for residential or mixed use buildings. A.5 Setbacks. Create and maintain the landscape and site characteristics of each neighborhood area and provide a common street frontage tieing each site to its neighbor. Setbacks should be appropriate to the desired streetscape, providing for transition areas between public streets and private building entries where a variety of activities and amenities can occur. A.6 Open Space. For residential settings, create green spaces to enhance the visual attributes of the development and provide places for interaction, play, seating, and other activities. A.7 Building/Site Identity. Improve pedestrian access and way -finding by providing variety in building forms, colors, materials and individuality of buildings. A.8 Weather Protection. Provide covered walkways and entries for pedestrian weather protection. Z Packet Pg. 17 C Design objectives for Building Facade. Building facade objectives ensure that the exterior of a building - the portion of a building that defines the character and visual appearance of a place - is of high quality and demonstrates the strong sense of place and integrity valued by the residents of the City of Edmonds. A.18 Building Facade Design. Encourage building facades that reinforce the appearance and consistency of streetscape patterns while supporting diversity and identity in building design. A.19 Window Variety and Articulation. Use window size and placement to help define the scale and character of the building. Use the organization and combinations of window types to reinforce the streetscape character or to provide variation in a facade, as well as provide light and air to the building interior. A.20 Variation in Facade Materials. Employ variation in materials, colors or design elements on building facades to help define the scale and style of the structure AlnI " - Variation in facade materials can help reduce the apparent bulk of larger buildni;•,� while allowing variety and individuality of building design. III arf ,d Urban Design Goals & Policies for Specific Areas In addition to the general design goal and objectives described above under Goal A. supplemental design objectives are outlined below for specific areas or districts within the city. Each key goal in this element (or section) is identified by an alphabet letter (for example. -D"). Goals are typically followed by associated policies and these are identified by the letter of the goal and a sequential number (for example, "D.2") Urban Design Goal B: Downtown/Waterfront Activity Center. Design objectives and standards should be carefully crafted for the Downtown/Waterfront Activity Center to encourage its unique design character and important place -making status within the city. B.1 Vehicular Access and Parking. Driveways and curb cuts should be minimized to assure a consistent and safe streetscape for pedestrians. When alleys are present, these should be the preferred method of providing vehicular access to a property and should be used unless there is no reasonable alternative available. Configuration of parking should support a "park and walk" policy that provides adequate parking while minimizing impacts on the pedestrian streetscape. Packet Pg. 18 C B.2 Pedestrian Access and Connections. Improve pedestrian access from the street by locating buildings close to the street and sidewalks, and defining the street edge. Cross walks at key intersections should be accentuated by the use of special materials, signage or paving treatments. Transit access and waiting areas should be provided where appropriate. B.3 Building Entry Location. Commercial building entries should be easily recognizable and oriented to the pedestrian strectscape by being located at sidewalk grade. BA Building Setbacks. Create a common street frontage view with enough repetition to tic each site to its neighbor. Encourage the creation of public spaces to enhance the visual attributes of the development and encourage outdoor interaction. In the Waterfront area west of the railroad, buildings should be set back from the waterfront to preserve and provide a buffer from existing beach areas. In the Waterfront area, site layout should be coordinated with existing buildings and proposed improvements to provide views of the water, open spaces, and easy pedestrian access to the beach. B.5 Building/Site Identity. In the downtown area, retain a connection with the scale and character of downtown through the use of similar materials, proportions, forms, masses or building elements. Encourage new construction to use designs that reference, but do not replicate historic i forms or patterns. F B.6 Weather Protection. Provide a covered walkway for pedestrians traveling along public sidewalks or walkways. B.7 Signage. Lighting of signs should be indirect or minimally backlit to display lettering and symbols or graphic design instead of broadly lighting the face of the sign. Signage using graphics or symbols or that r sOr contributes to the historic character of a building should be encouraged. B.8 Art and Public Spaces. Public art and amenities such as mini parks, flower baskets, street furniture, etc., should be provided as a normal part of the public strectscape. — Whenever possible, these elements should be continued in the portion of the pri\ me streetscape that adjoins the Public strectscape. In the 4"i $1 1 .. 3ilt- .a .t W 5 Packet Pg. 19 C Streelscape and Street Trees t;oal '%. I[nhance the public realm through streetscape and street tree choices. nk parks, A.I• cEncourae enters, cmp oyment centents �, t►ndttranspotrtat on node~ n spaces, recreation A.2. Balance the need for short-term parking for shoppers and loading for businesses with the need for pedestrian -oriented design, especially downtown. A.3. As opportunities arise, provide for sustainable streetscapes that can enhance the natural environment, help ensure safety, and complement the characteristics of the neighborhood or district in which they are located. A.4. Promote the planting and maintenance of landscaping and street trees to enhance City gateways and connections. strengthen the character and identify of downtown and other retailkommercial centers; and improve the pedestrian environment. A.5. Seek to maintain and retain existing healthy trees in the rights -of -way without sacrificing public safety or public infrastructure or allowing a hazard or nuisance. A.6. Selecting and managing trees for planting in the public rights -of -way should be based on a variety of factors, such as aesthetics, view corridors. safety, afeto the maintenence, size, spacing, longevity, location, utilities, and adaptability regional environment. Implementation Actions that are intended to be taken within a specified timeframe to address Implementation actions are steps t Tree goals. The actions identified here are specifically called out high priority Streetscape and Stree as being important, but are not intended to be the only actions or measures that may be used by the City. Action l: Develop an update to the Street Tree Plan by the end of 2018. Action 2: Develop an Urban Forest Management Plan by the end of 2018 G�� �� f '� /i% i''jaeb Sr�E►4e1�/C -� CS Packet Pg. 20 Urban Design General. The man-made environment is an expression of human culture and reflects, in physical form, the social values of the members of the community. The manner in which the man-made elements are integrated into the natural environment helps create the community's special characteristics and contribute to the quality of life in Edmonds. The beauty and variety of the natural surroundings in Edmonds and the historical development of the City have combined to create an interesting and visually attractive community. Views, especially views from public corridors and public places, are an important community asset. However, unsightly development — of poor quality or design — does exist in the City. Aging buildings in some parts of the City can create an aesthetic problem if they are not maintained. Retaining historic buildings can positively reinforce the character of an area such as downtown. The strip type of development along Highway 99 has often resulted in economic underdevelopment of private properties that end up being aesthetically displeasing. Although utility wires are placed underground where new development takes place, overhead wires still exist in most of the older parts of the City where they interfere with views and create visual blight. Commercial signs contribute to the color and variety of community life as well as providing an 3 important function but they may also create discordant and unsightly conditions where they are excessive or of poor design. m o_ Street landscaping has been utilized in the past on a limited basis. However, in many areas, parking lots, access roads, streets and buildings can be better integrated with the landscape. E E 0 U Urban Design Goals & Policies M m The general design objectives provided with this goal are intended to provide general guidance, while L M the subsequent design objectives (Goals B, C and D) for specific locations or situations are intended U to supplement the general objectives and add more guidance for those specific situations. Each key goal in this element (or section) is identified by an alphabet letter (for example, "D"). Goals are typically followed by associated policies and these are identified by the letter of the goal and a sequential number (for example, "D.2") General Design Goal A. Design goals and objectives are intended to provide a set of tools for the City to use to guide future development to result in high quality, well -designed, and sensitive projects that reflect the values of the citizens of Edmonds. The goals and related objectives contained in this section are intended to: • improve the physical appearance and character of Edmonds, • improve retail and pedestrian circulation options, and allow accessibility Packet Pg. 21 • improve business opportunities that align with our comp plan • protect natural environments using sustainable design practices, LEED protect and enhance the -residential character of Edmonds. ? And quality of life General Design Objectives Design Objectives for Site Design. The development of parking lots, pedestrian walkways and landscaping features is an integral part of how a building interacts with its site and its surrounding environment. Good design and site planning improves access by pedestrians, bicycles and automobiles, minimizes potential negative impacts to adjacent development, reinforces the character and activities within a district and builds a more cohesive and coherent physical environment. A.1 Vehicular Access. Reduce the numbers and width of driveways (curb cuts) in order to improve pedestrian, bicycle and auto safety. A.2 Layout of Parking. Locating buildings in proximity to the street to facilitate direct pedestrian access and help define the street edge. Parking should be placed to the side and rear. A.3 Connections On- and Offsite. Design site access and circulation within and a� between sites to encourage linkages for pedestrians, vehicles, and bicycles. Special attention should be paid to providing and improving connections to transit. -- y w A.4 Building Entry Location. Building entries should be configured to provide clear entry points to buildings, be oriented to pedestrian walkways/pathways, and E support the overall intent of the streetscape environment. Space at the entry for 0 gathering or seating is desirable for residential or mixed use buildings. M A.5 Setbacks. Create and maintain the landscape and site characteristics of each 00 L neighborhood area and provide a common street frontage tieing each site to its neighbor. Setbacks should be appropriate to the desired streetscape, providing for c� transition areas between public streets and private building entries where a variety of activities and amenities can occur. w A.6 Open Space. For residential settings, create green spaces to enhance the visual attributes of the development and provide places for interaction, play, seating, and other activities. For business/retail, enhance with vegetation, protect existing trees A.7 Building/Site Identity. Improve pedestrian access and way -finding by providing variety in building forms, colors, materials and individuality of buildings A.8 Weather Protection. Provide a unified covered walkways and entries for pedestrian weather protection. Packet Pg. 22 A.9 Lighting. Provide adequate and appropriate illumination in all areas used by automobiles, bicycles and pedestrians — including building entries, walkways, parking areas, circulation areas and other open spaces — to support activity and security. A.10 Signage. Eneetifage Provide signage that provides clear information and direction for properties and businesses while preventing the streetscape from becoming cluttered. Encourage the use of graphics and symbols in signage to support the city's emphasis on uniqueness and the arts. A.I I Site Utilities, Storage, Trash and Mechanical Systems. Minimize the noise, odor and visual impacts of utility systems using such features as landscaping, building forms, or integrated design. Should be located in back of building. A.12 Integrating Site Features. Integrate natural landscape features and unique landforms — such as rocky outcroppings or significant trees — into site design whenever possible. Protect existing trees or replant them when removed. Tree code? A.13 Landscape Buffers. Use landscaping and/or other features such as fences to maintain privacy and create a visual barrier between incompatible uses. These buffering techniques should also be used to soften hard edges (such as the perimeters of parking lots) and reinforce pedestrian ways and circulation routes. Native plants and rain gardens should be promoted as alternatives to lawns and runoff retention areas. Design Objectives for Building Form. Building height and modulation guidelines are essential to create diversity in building forms, minimize shadows cast by taller buildings upon the pedestrian areas and to ensure compliance with policies in the city's Comprehensive Plan. Protecting views from public parks and building entries as well as street views to the mountains E and Puget Sound are an important part of Edmonds character and urban form. o U A.14 Building Form. Encourage new construction to avoid repetitive, monotonous L building forms. m A.15 Massing. Reduce the apparent bulk and mass of buildings by L requiring human scale elements in building design and/or by subdividing building v masses vertically or horizontally. A.16 Roof Modulation. Use roof forms to help identify different programs or functional areas within the building and support differentiation of building form and massing. Roof design, in combination with wall modulation, can allow for additional light to enter buildings or pedestrian spaces. A.17 Wall Modulation. Variation in materials, decorative elements, or other features shall shoul be employed to support pedestrian scale environments and streetscapes, or to help break up large building masses to keep in scale with the surrounding environment. Packet Pg. 23 Design Objectives for Building Facade. Building facade objectives ensure that the exterior of a building — the portion of a building that defines the character and visual appearance of a place — is of high quality and demonstrates the strong sense of place and integrity valued by the residents of the City of Edmonds. A.18 Building Facade Design. Encourage building fagades that reinforce the appearance and consistency of streetscape patterns while supporting diversity and identity in building design. A.19 Window Variety and Articulation. Use window size and placement to help define the scale and character of the building. Use the organization and combinations of window types to reinforce the streetscape character or to provide variation in a facade, as well as provide light and air to the building interior. A.20 Variation in Facade Materials. Employ variation in materials, neutral colors or design elements on building fagades to help define the scale and style of the structure. Variation in facade materials can help reduce the apparent bulk of larger buildings while allowing variety and individuality of building design. Avoid pastel colors. Urban Design Goals & Policies for Specific Areas In addition to the general design goal and objectives described above under Goal A, supplemental design objectives are outlined below for specific areas or districts within the city. Each key goal in this element (or section) is identified by an alphabet letter (for example, "D"). Goals are typically followed by associated policies and these are identified by the letter of the goal and a sequential number (for example, "D.2") Urban Design Goal B: Downtown/Waterfront Activity Center. Design objectives and standards should be carefully crafted for the Downtown/Waterfront Activity Center to encourage its unique design character and important place -making status within the city. B.1 Vehicular Access and Parking. Driveways and curb cuts should be minimized to assure a consistent and safe streetscape for pedestrians. When alleys are present, these should be the preferred method of providing vehicular access to a property and should be used unless there is no reasonable alternative available. Configuration of parking should support a "park and walk" policy that provides adequate parking while minimizing impacts on the pedestrian streetscape. Packet Pg. 24 M= B.2 Pedestrian Access and Connections. Improve pedestrian access from the street by locating buildings close to the street and sidewalks, and defining the street edge. Cross walks at key intersections should be accentuated by the use of special materials, signage or paving treatments. Transit access and waiting areas should be provided where appropriate. B.3 Building Entry Location. Commercial building entries should be easily recognizable and oriented to the pedestrian streetscape by being located at sidewalk grade. Building Setbacks. Create a common street frontage view with enough repetition to tie each site to its neighbor. Encourage open space and the creation of public spaces to enhance the - visual attributes of the development and - encourage outdoor interaction. In the Waterfront area west of the railroad, buildings should be set back from the p waterfront to preserve and provide a buffer from existing beach areas. In the ' Waterfront area, site layout should be coordinated with existing buildings and proposed improvements to provide views of the water, open spaces, and easy pedestrian access to the beach. B.5 Building/Site Identity. In the downtown area, retain a connection with the scale and (h character of downtown through the use of similar materials, proportions, forms, m masses or building elements. Encourage E new construction to use designs that i"'� �°, reference, but do not replicate historic forms or patterns.? m B.6 Weather Protection. Provide a unified L covered walkway for pedestrians traveling v along public sidewalks or walkways. B.7 Signage. Lighting of signs should be indirect or minimally backlit to display lettering and symbols or graphic design instead of broadly lighting the face of the sign. Signage using graphics or symbols or that contributes to the historic character of a building should be encouraged. Art and Public Spaces. Public art and amenities such as mini parks, flower baskets, street furniture, etc., s shall be provided as a normal part of the public streetscape. Whenever possible, these elements should be continued in the portion of the private streetscape that adjoins the public Packet Pg. 25 streetscape. In the 4t' Avenue Arts Corridor, art should be a common element of building design, with greater design flexibility provided when art is made a central feature of the design. B.9 Building Height. Create and preserve a human scale for downtown buildings. Code restrictions must apply. Building frontages along downtown streetscapes should be pedestrian in scale. B.10 Massing. Large building masses should be subdivided or softened using design elements that emphasize the human scale of the streetscape. Building facades shall shoo! respect and echo historic patterns along downtown pedestrian streets. Design needs to provide a base/middle/top and canopies. N Building Fagade. Provide a human scale streetscape, breaking up long facades into defined forms that continue a pattern of individual and distinct tenant spaces in commercial and mixed use areas. Avoid blank, monotonous and imposing building facades using design elements that add detail and emphasize the different levels of the building (e.g. the top or cornice vs. the pedestrian level or building base). B.12 Window Variety and Articulation. In the downtown retail and mixed commercial districts, building storefronts shoul shall be dominated by clear, transparent glass windows that allow and encourage pedestrians to walk past and look into the commercial space. Decorative trim and surrounds should be encouraged to add interest and variety. Upper floors of buildings should use windows as part of the overall design to encourage rhythm and accents in the fagade. Urban Design Goal C: Highway 99 Corridor. Additional Design Objectives for the Highway 99 Corridor should support its function as a locus of commercial and potential mixed use activity, building on the availability of multiple forms of transportation and its proximate location to surrounding neighborhoods. C.1 General Appearance and Identity. Design of buildings and spaces along Highway 99 sheu4 shall encourage a feeling of identity associated with different sections of the highway. C.2 Site Design. Site design should allow for vechicular access and parking as well as safe access and circulation for pedestrians. Whenever possible, sites should shall provide connections between adjacent businesses and between businesses and nearby residential neighborhoods. C.3 Landscaping and Buffering. Landscaping, fencing or other- appropriate teehni"es non -cement materials, green space s ieulc shall be used to soften the street front of sites and also used to buffer more intensive uses from adjoining less intensive use areas (e.g. buffer commercial from residential development). Packet Pg. 26 Urban Design Goal D: Neighborhood Commercial Areas. Design in neighborhood commercial areas should seek to support the function of the neighborhood center while paying close attention to its place within the neighborhood setting. D.1 Landscape and Buffering. Special attention should be paid to transitions from commercial development to surrounding residential areas, using landscaping and/or gradations in building scale to provide compatible development. Streetscape and Street Trees General. Trees are a valuable asset to the community.They help absorb stormwater, provide habitat for wildlife, clean pollution from the air, and give both summer shade and aesthetic pleasure. Trees on public property and within the right-of-way are a common feature of urban design. "Streetscape" is a term that refers to the street environment, often including pedestrian features, landscaping, lighting, pavement materials, and signage. The streetscape plays an important role in the livability and character of Edmonds. Public streets, with their associated walkways and pedestrian spaces, provide the places for people to interact with their neighbors, accommodate public events and commerce, promote human needs for enjoyment and exercise including arts and aesthetics, and can improve the ecological function of the city. When designed properly, the Streetscape complements the urban design elements incorporated into the development of private property. A Streetscape Plan was developed in 2002 by the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department and updated in 2006. It focused on the public realm along streets, certain areas of the City such as the 4th Avenue Arts Corridor, Highway 99 International area, and downtown. The Streetscape o_ Plan included a Street Tree Plan as an appendix. The Street Tree Plan has since been updated to y reflect lessons learned about preferred tree species in certain locations. The Street Tree Plan provides guidance to the City in selecting and maintaining street trees in specific areas. E E 0 ?? In 2011, the City adopted a `Complete Streets' program that prioritizes accommodating the needs L of all users — including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit and individual vehicles — in transportation projects. The intent is to create safe environments for people of all ages and abilities while improving m transportation options and connections between the City's destinations and centers of activity. A complete streets approach can improve the ability of residents and visitors to experience the City in a variety of ways while improving environmental quality, enhancing economic activity, and promoting U healthy lifestyle. Where feasible, street trees or other landscaping located between the travel lane and the sidewalk can improve the pedestrian experience. This section has a key goal and several policies specifically related to Streetscape and street trees within the public right of way. Follow the city's Tree Code? Streetscape and Street Trees Goals & Policies Packet Pg. 27 Each key goal in this element (or section) is identified by an alphabet letter (for example, "D"). Goals are typically followed by associated policies and these are identified by the letter of the goal and a sequential number (for example, "D.2") Streetscape and Street Trees Goal A. Enhance the public realm through streetscape and street tree choices. A.1. Encourage improvements to streets that link parks, open spaces, recreation centers, employment centers, and transportation nodes. A.2. Bala -nee the rood f r shet4 tefm Ensure there is adequate parking for shoppers and loading for businesses with the need for pedestrian -oriented design, especially downtown. A.3. , provide for sustainable streetscapes that can enhance the natural environment, help ensure safety, and complement the characteristics of the neighborhood or district in which they are located. A.4. Promote the planting and maintenence of landscaping and street trees to enhance City gateways and connections; strengthen the character and identify of downtown and other retail/commercial centers; and improve the pedestrian environment. A.5. Seek to maintain and retain existing healthy trees in the rights -of -way without sacrificing public safety or public infrastructure or allowing a hazard or nuisance A.6. Selecting and managing trees for planting in the public rights -of -way should be based on a variety of factors, such as aesthetics, view corridors, safety, maintenence, size, spacing, longevity, location, utilities, and adaptability to the regional environment. Implementation Actions Implementation actions are steps that are intended to be taken within a specified timeframe to address high priority Streetscape and Street Tree goals. The actions identified here are specifically called out as being important, but are not intended to be the only actions or measures that may be used by the City. Action 1: Develop an update to the Street Tree Plan by the end of 2018. Action 2: Develop an Urban Forest Management Plan by the end of 2018. Packet Pg. 28 C Comprehensive Plan — Urban Design Urban forms, places, and structures should exhibit design features that are consistent with and support applicable provisions of the Comprehensive Plan. Example topics include sustainability, multi -modal transportation, housing choice, land use, economic development, environmental stewardship, infrastructure, recreation, infrastructure, subarea goals, and community character. Proposed new development should conform to adopted design review guidelines, standards, procedures, and requirements. • Objectives added here if desired Design guidelines and standards should be used to promote consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and support compliance with adopted development regulations. It is appropriate to utilize design guidelines and standards that apply uniformly throughout Edmonds, and those unique to specific areas of the City. Adopted design guidelines/standards are codified as • Objectives added here if desired City regulations should utilize design review processes as a means of ensuring that the designs of new development are consistent with applicable design guidelines and standards. Design review processes based upon either review by administrative staff, or by a citizen advisory board (Design Review Board). Design review processes are codified as • Objectives added here if desired Design review processes and procedures should be consistent with other provisions of the Development Code and applicable law. • Objectives added here if desired Adopted design guidelines and standards should be consistent with other provisions of the Development Code and applicable law. • Objectives added here if desired 1 Please change "Architectural Design Board" to "Design Review Board" Packet Pg. 29