Chapter 25.06 — ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
Santa Barbara Municipal Code · 2026-07 edition · updated 2026-09-27 · Santa Barbara
§ 25.06.010. Purpose.¶
This Chapter sets forth architectural design standards to further refine intended building form and physical character. The styles were created to be harmonious with Santa Barbara's distinctive built environment and were selected to represent the most prevalent existing architectural styles. The Architectural Styles Map requires certain styles in areas of the city including those that are highly visible to the public or adjacent to sensitive historic resources. These standards supplement the standards in Chapter 25.02 (Zones), Chapter 25.04 (Building Types), and Chapter 25.05 (Frontages).
(Ord. 6170, 2/25/2025)
§ 25.06.020. General Requirements.¶
A. Façades . All façades shall be designed in compliance with the standards of this chapter, Chapter 25.05 (Frontages), and Section 25.04.160 (Massing and Façade Composition).
- Unless stated otherwise, all subsections within each architectural style group ('style') identified in this chapter apply to all façades of a building, including primary front façades, secondary front façades, interior façades, and interior courtyard façades.
B. Architectural Styles.
One architectural style shall be selected for each new building in compliance with Section 25.01.120 (Architectural Styles Map).
Projects located in Historic Districts, Landmark Districts, or Potential Historic Districts are limited to the architectural styles required for that district, as described in either Chapter 30.57 (Landmark District and Historic District Overlay Zone), or the City's Historic Resource Design Guidelines, as applicable. If an architectural style is required in a Historic District, Landmarks District, or Potential Historic District, but is not available in this chapter, it is not allowed to be approved under this Title.
Projects using styles not included in this chapter are not allowed to be approved under this Title.
The Industrial sub-style is limited to projects in the M-C Manufacturing Commercial or CO-CAR Coastal-Oriented Commercial, Arts, and Recreation base zones as shown on the Architectural Styles Map.
All buildings on a single design site shall use the same style.
C. Elements.
Within each style, the standards for architectural elements apply to each architectural element wherever that element appears on a new building.
Individual element types (e.g., balconies, storefronts) or components (e.g., cornice, brackets) may be included or omitted on any given façade, but where included shall comply with the standards for the selected style, including the stated nominal dimensional standards.
Elements and components are required only where explicitly indicated.
D. All Styles Requirements. The following standards apply to each architectural style group.
Walls.
(a) Structural expansion joints shall be concealed by placement, color selection, or use of façade plane change.
(b) Stucco wall finish shall extend below the weep screed, flush with the wall surface above, and continue for a minimum of two inches below finish grade.
(c) Wall flashing to be anodized or painted to match wall, trim, or other main color of the building.
Skylights.
(a) Skylights shall be curb or deck mounted in line with the roof pitch. Domed skylights are not allowed.
(b) Skylights shall not be publicly visible. Skylights may be screened by the building form, landscape, or parapet.
Windows.
- (a) Glazing divisions shall be positioned exterior to glass panes.
Dimensions. Lumber dimensions for trellises and carports are nominal.
Materials and Colors.
(a) Wood and composite wood shall be stained, sealed, or painted.
(b) Where used, metal shall be painted or treated to prevent shiny or reflective finishes.
(c) Paint, textile, and metal colors shall be selected from the Santa Barbara Guide: A Guide to Painting Buildings.
(d) Wrought iron shall have a minimum one-half-inch cross section.
(Ord. 6170, 2/25/2025)
§ 25.06.030. Quick Code Guide: Architectural Design Standards.¶
Before you begin
Identify your zone. If you have not done this yet, go back to the Quick Code Guide: Development Standards (Section 25.01.130).
| Instructions | Location |
|---|---|
| Identify the architectural styles that are allowed at | Section 25.01.120 (Architectural Styles Map) |
| your project location. |
Identify your architectural style group and select Subsections A and B of Section 25.06.040 one of the 2 sub-styles within that group to apply (Craftsman Style Group), Section 25.06.050 (Mediterranean Style Group), or Section 25.06.060 (Contemporary Style Group) Comply with the applicable standards for massing Section 25.04.160 (Massing and Façade and façade composition. Composition)
Comply with wall and building roof form standards Subsections C–G of Architectural Style of selected sub-style.
Comply with window and door standards of Subsections H–K of Architectural Style selected sub-style. Comply with external elements standards and Subsections L up to Q of Architectural Style material standards of selected sub-style
- (Ord. 6170, 2/25/2025)
§ 25.06.040. Craftsman Style Group.¶
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A. General Description.
Craftsman Sub-Style. The Craftsman style emerged in the American west and was inspired by the English Arts and Crafts movement. The Craftsman bungalow house was prevalent from the 1900s to the 1940s. Since that time, it has been adapted to multi-unit and mixed-use prototypes.
Cottage Sub-Style. Prevalent in the early 20th century, the Cottage style, like Craftsman, was influenced by the English Arts and Crafts movement and its affinity for pre-industrial models. In Santa Barbara, the Cottage style accommodates a range of primarily Northern European vernacular expressions. Windows, bay windows, balconies, porches, and materials are based on elements used in these traditions.
B. Character Description.
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1. Craftsman.
Massing of two and a half stories or less
Low-pitched roofs with deep eaves and exposed rafter tails
Horizontally proportioned openings made from ganged vertical windows Emphasis on natural-appearing materials, including composite wood shingles
Asymmetrical composition with wall plane broken by projecting gable ends
Wall plane broken by projecting and/or recessed elements
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2. Cottage.
Massing of two and a half stories or less
Asymmetrical massing with front-facing gables Steeply-pitched shingle roof with low eaves; minimal projection at eave and rake Windows with evenly-spaced divided lites Stucco walls with or without half-timbering
Mix of arched doors and square, though occasionally segmented arched, windows
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Elements of Craftsman Style
Example Building Elevation: Crafstman
C. Wall.
1. Craftsman.
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Height Limitation
Building Height 2.5 stories max.
Trim1
Width 6" min. A
Base
Height 1'-0" min.; 1 story max. B
Required Articulation Projecting Profile/Molding C
Base is required for this sub-style.
Note:
- 1 Trim not required on portions of buildings where stucco, masonry, or stone is the primary wall material.
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Elements of Cottage Style
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Example Building Elevation: Cottage
2. Cottage.
| Height Limitation. | ||
|---|---|---|
| Building Height | 2.5 stories max. | |
| Trim 2 |
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| Edge Trim Width | 4" min. | D |
| Half-Timbering Width | 8" min. | E |
| Base | ||
| Height | 1 story max. | F |
| Required Articulation | Projecting Profile/ |
G |
| Base is not required for this sub-style. |
Note:
- 2 Trim not required on portions of buildings where stucco, masonry, or stone is the primary wall material.
D. Building Roof.
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Gable End Elevation
1. Craftsman.
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Roof Form
Type Gable, Hip, Shed3
Pitch 3:12 min.; 8:12 max. H
Cottage.
Roof Form
Type Gable, Shed4
Pitch 8:12 min. H
- Cottage.
Notes:
3 High side of shed roof must terminate into wall.
4 High side of shed roof must terminate into wall.
E. Rake.
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Rake Section: Craftsman with Bracket
Rake Section: Cottage
1. Craftsman.
| Height | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fascia | 10" min. | I |
| Bracket Bracing Member | 4" min. | J |
| Horizontal Projection | ||
| To Fascia: Main Roof Form | 1'-8" min. 3'-0" max; | K |
| To Fascia: Dormer | 8" min. 1'-2" max; | K |
| Bracket Projection Beyond Fascia | No min.; 1'-0" max. | L |
2. Cottage.
| Height | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fascia | 8" min. | M |
| Horizontal Projection | ||
| Projection to Fascia | 8" min. | N |
F. Eave.
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Open Eave Elevation: Craftsman
1. Craftsman.
| Standards | Open Eave | Closed Eave | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height | ||||
| Rafter | 8" min. | N/A | O | |
| Horizontal Projection | 5 | |||
| Main Roof Form | 2'-6" min. | N/A | P | |
| Dormer | 8" min. | N/A | P |
Note:
- 5 Horizontal projection includes gutter, where occurs.
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Closed Eave Elevation: Cottage
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Open Eave Elevation: Cottage
- Cottage.
| Standards | Open Eave | Closed Eave | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height | ||||
| Rafter | 8" min. | N/A | Q | |
| Horizontal Projection | 6 | |||
| Overall | 1'-0" min. | 1'-0" min. | R |
Note:
6 Horizontal projection includes gutter, where occurs.
G. Parapet: All. Flat roofs with parapets are not allowed in this style group. See Subsection E (Rake) and Subsection F (Eave) for standards applicable to sloped roofs.
H. Windows.
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Typical Window Elevation: Craftman (Shown Typical Window Elevation: Cottage (Shown with 6 over 1 Glazing Division) with 20 Parts Glazing Division)
- All.
| Opening Proportion, Height **S ** |
to Width T |
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|---|---|---|
| Typical Window | ||
| Ground Floor | 2:1 min. | |
| Typical Upper Floor | 7:4 min. | |
| Accent Window | ||
| Rectangle | 3:2 min. (2'-6" max. width) | |
| Square | 1:1 min. (3'-0" max. width) | |
| Ganged Window | 3:5 min. | |
| Picture Window | 6:5 min. | |
| Dormer Window | 7:4 min. | |
| Window | ||
| Sash Widths | ||
| Rail | 2" min. | U |
| Stile | 2" min. | V |
| Trim Widths 7 |
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| Head | 6" min. | W |
| Jamb | 6" min. | X |
| Apron | 3" min. | Y |
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Ganged Window Elevation: Craftsman with 4 over 1 and 6 over 1 Glazing Divisions
| Window Frame Recess | |
|---|---|
| Depth | 2" min. from face of surround to face of sash |
| Sill Projection | |
| Depth | 2" min. from face of surround |
| Pediment | |
| Allowed | No |
| Mullions | |
| Mullions required between ganged windows. |
Note:
7 Trim required for windows only on buildings or parts of buildings with lap siding.
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Bay Window Plan: Chamfered Bay Window Plan: Square
2. Craftsman.
| Opening | |
|---|---|
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Window | |
| Operation | Double-Hung, Single-Hung, Awning, Casement, |
| Fixed | |
| Glazing Divisions | 4 over 1, 6 over 1, or 10 over 1 |
Width of lites shall be no greater than their height.
3. Cottage.
| Opening | |
|---|---|
| Shape | Rectangular, Arched |
| Window | |
| Operation | Double-Hung, Single-Hung, Awning, |
| Casement, Fixed | |
| Glazing Divisions | 6 parts min.; |
| 24 parts max. |
Width of lites shall be no greater than their height.
I. Bay Windows: All.
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Bay Window Elevation
| Form | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Square, Chamfered | |
| Interior Angle for Chamfered Form | 30 degrees min.; | Z |
| 55 degrees max. | ||
| Continuous horizontal articulation on | building shall wrap bay window form. | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Width | 6'-0" min.; 12'-0" max. | A |
| Depth | 1'-0" min.; 4'-0" max. | B |
Bay window that does not extend to grade shall be supported on brackets.
Bay window form shall be vertically continuous from lowest bay window to highest bay window.
Allowed Cornice Treatments
Bay window stops below building eave (provide roof or cornice for bay window).
Corner Placement
At building corner, square bay window may be rotated 45 degrees.
When wrapping a corner, chamfered bay window may incorporate up to 5 faces instead of the typical 3.
J. Dormers.
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Dormer Elevation: Craftsman
1. Craftsman.
| Roof Form | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Shed | |
| Pitch | 3:12 min.; 7:12 max. | |
| Horizontal Projection | ||
| Rake | See Subsection E.1 (Rake) for rake | C |
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| Eave | See Subsection F.1 (Eave) for eave | |
| standards. | ||
| Placement | ||
| Setback from Side Façade | 3'-0" min. | |
| Setback from Façade to Face of | 1'-0" min. | |
| Dormer | ||
| Dormers shall not interrupt continuity | of main building roof eave. | |
| Window |
See Subsection H (Windows) for window standards.
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Dormer Elevation: Cottage Shown with Gable Roof
2. Cottage.
| Roof Form | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gable, Hip | |
| Pitch | 6:12 min.; 10:12 max. | D |
| Horizontal Projection | ||
| Rake | See Subsection E.2 (Rake) for rake | |
| standards. | ||
| Eave | See Subsection F.2 (Eave) for eave | |
| standards. | ||
| Placement | ||
| Setback from Side Façade | 3'-0" min. | |
| Setback from Façade to Face of | 1'-0" min. | |
| Dormer | ||
| Dormers shall not interrupt continuity | of main building roof eave. | |
| Window |
See Subsection H (Windows) for window standards.
K. Entry Doors.
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Vision Glass Door Elevation with Two Panels and Square Span
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Half Glass Door Elevation with Full Glass Door Elevation with
Three Panels and Sidelights Transom: Craftsman
1. Craftsman.
| Door | ||
|---|---|---|
| Number of Panels | 2 min. 8 |
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| Lite Types/ |
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| Vision Glass | 3 parts min. | |
| Half Glass | 6 parts min. | |
| Full Glass | 3 parts min. over 1 | |
| Surround | ||
| Span Type | Lintel | |
| Head Width | 6" min. | E |
| Jamb Width | 4" min. | F |
| Glazed Openings | ||
| Transom | Allowed | |
| Sidelights | Allowed | |
| Placement |
No portion of door shall be allowed within 1'-6" of outside corners of building. Doors shall be centered along width of balconies and arches, where occurs.
Note:
- 8 Panels not required for full glass lite type.
2. Cottage.
| Door | ||
|---|---|---|
| Number of Panels | 2 min. 9 |
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| Lite Types/ |
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| Vision Glass | 4 parts min. | |
| Half Glass | 8 parts min. | |
| Full Glass | 16 parts min. | |
| Surround | ||
| Span Type | Lintel, Arch | |
| Head Width | 6" min. | E |
| Jamb Width | 4" min. | F |
| Glazed Openings | ||
| Transom | Allowed | |
| Sidelights | Allowed | |
| Placement | ||
| No portion of door shall be allowed | within 1'-6" of outside corners of building. |
Doors shall be centered along width of balconies and arches, where occurs.
Note:
- 9 Panels not required for full glass lite type.
L. Columns/Pilasters.
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One-Story Porch with Square Tapered Column and Capital Connection: Craftsman
1. Craftsman.
| Columns + Pilasters | ||
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Square, Square Tapered | |
| Width/Diameter | 9" min. each | |
| Spacing | 9'-6" min., 12'-0" max. on center | G |
| Pedestal Height 10 |
3'-0" min. | |
| Entablature/ |
Capital, Mortise and Tenon | |
| Columns may be paired. | ||
| Columns must not span multiple | ||
| stories. | ||
| Additional Features | ||
| Paneling | Allowed | |
| Fluting | Not Allowed | |
| Entablature Height | ||
| Topmost Floor | 1'-6" min. | H |
| Intermediate Floor | 10" min. | |
| Guard/Railing | ||
| Allowed Types | Square, Flat Sawn | |
| Width Between Posts | 3'-0" min. on center |
Note:
10 Pedestal may be omitted.
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One-Story Porch with Paired Square Columns on Pedestals and Mortise and Tenon Connection: Cottage
2. Cottage.
| Columns + Pilasters | ||
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Square | |
| Width/Diameter | 6" min. each | |
| Spacing | 8'-0" max. on center | I |
| Pedestal Height 11 |
3'-0" min. | J |
| Entablature/ |
Capital, Mortise and Tenon | |
| Columns may be paired. | ||
| Columns must not span multiple | ||
| stories. | ||
| Additional Features | ||
| Paneling | Allowed | |
| Fluting | Not Allowed | |
| Entablature | ||
| Topmost Floor | 1'-6" min. | K |
| Intermediate Floor | 10" min. | |
| Guard/Railing | ||
| Allowed Types | Square, Flat Sawn | |
| Width Between Posts | 3'-0" min. on center |
Note:
11 Pedestal may be omitted.
M. Balconies: All.
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Juliet Balcony with Flat Sawn Railing, Front Elevation
Allowed Types
Type 1 - Juliet Balcony
| Type 1 - Juliet Balcony | ||
|---|---|---|
| Inward-swinging door with full glazing required | L | |
| Base Height | 3" min. | M |
| Base Projection | 4" min.; 2'-0" max. | |
| Type 2 - Occupiable Balcony | ||
| Clear Depth | 6'-0" min. | |
| Area | 48 sq. ft. min. | |
| Recess into Façade | 4'-6" max. | |
| Overall Width | 10'-0" max. |
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Occupiable Balcony with Flat Sawn Railing, Front Elevation
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Occupiable Balcony with Square Railing, Front Elevation
| Guard/Railing | ||
|---|---|---|
| Allowed Types | Square, Flat Sawn | |
| Height | Per Building Code | N |
| Width Between Posts | 3'-0" min. on center | O |
| Brackets/ |
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| Allowed Types | Brackets, Cantilevered Beams | |
| Depth | 80% of projection depth at bracket, min. | |
| Height | 50% of bracket depth, min. | P |
| Spacing | 6'-0" on center; max. | Q |
N. Storefronts: All.
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Storefront Section
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Storefront Elevation
Width
| Storefront Module | 12 | 10'-0" min.; 25'-0" | max. | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display Window | 3'-0" min.; 6'-0" max. | S | ||
| Distance Between | Storefront Modules | 1'-0" min.; 6'-0" max. | T | |
| Height | ||||
| Overall | 13'-0" min. | U | ||
| Head Height | 10'-0" min. | V | ||
| Cornice | 10" min. | W | ||
| Signage Band | 1'-6" min. | X | ||
| Bulkhead | 1'-0" min.; 2'-0" max. | Y | ||
| Horizontal Recess | ||||
| Depth | 6" min.; 1'-0" max. | 13 | Z |
Bulkhead shall be continuous, unless divided by pilaster, and align with base height of building (if any).
Cornice shall be continuous.
Notes:
12 May be expressed as a pilaster. See Subsection L (Columns/Pilasters).
13 No max. depth for residential entries.
O. Awning: All.
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Awning Section: Craftsman
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Awning Elevation: Craftsman
| Awning | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Eave Height | 6" min. | A | |
| Horizontal Projection | 14 | 3'-0" min. | B |
| Required Support Elements | Brackets | ||
| Bracket Width | 4" min. | C | |
| Roof Pitch | 3:12 min. | D |
Note:
- 14 Horizontal projection includes gutter, where occurs.
P. Trellises and Carports: All.
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| Dimensions | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Post | 8" x 8" min. | E | |
| Main and Cross Beam | 4" x 8" min. | 15 | F |
| Rafter | 2" x 4" min. | G | |
| Purlin or Lattice | 2" x 2" min. | H | |
| Overhang | I | ||
| Beams | 3'-0" max. | ||
| Purlin or Lattice | 2'-0" max. | ||
| Trellis | 1'-6" max. |
Note:
- 15 Paired 2" x 8" members are allowed when placed on both sides of the supporting posts.
Q. Materials.
- Craftsman.
| Element | Allowed Materials |
|---|---|
| Building Walls | |
| Cladding | Shingle or lap siding (wood, composite wood, |
| fiber cement), stucco | |
| Base or Foundation | Stucco, stone, cast stone, colored or painted |
| concrete | |
| Roof and Roof Elements |
| Element | Allowed Materials | |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing | Shingles (composite wood, slate, dimensional or | |
| luxury asphalt shingles to mimic the look of | ||
| wood or slate); standing seam metal (black, | ||
| white, or reflective metal finishes are prohibited) | ||
| Rake and Eave | Wood, composite wood | |
| Cornice | Wood, composite wood | |
| Brackets | Wood, composite wood, fiberglass | |
| Gutter | Half-round copper, metal | |
| Windows, Bay Windows, and Entry | Doors | |
| Trim or Surround | Wood, composite wood, fiber cement | |
| Entry Door | Wood, composite wood, aluminum-clad wood, | |
| fiberglass | ||
| Window Frames | Wood, aluminum-clad wood | |
| Glazing | Clear glass; shall not be tinted, mirrored, or | |
| colored | ||
| Garages | ||
| Garage Door | 16 | Wood, composite wood, fiberglass |
| Balconies | ||
| Post, Handrail, Fascia, and Support | Wood, composite wood, solid metal | |
| Members | ||
| Railing | Wood, composite wood, metal | |
| Porches | ||
| Columns | Wood, composite wood, sandstone, metal | |
| Railing | Wood, composite wood, solid metal | |
| Storefronts | ||
| Storefront Module | Wood, composite wood, metal, fiberglass | |
| Storefront Base (Bulkhead) | Wood, brick, stone, tile, fiber cement | |
| Chimneys | ||
| Cap | Copper, steel | |
| Body | Brick, stone, cast stone (including veneers of any | |
| of the above) | ||
| Exterior Building Lighting | ||
| Body and Mount | Wrought iron, metal | |
| Shield | Clear, translucent, punched, louvers | |
| Stairs and Ramps | ||
| Treads and Risers | Wood, composite wood, stucco, brick, stone | |
| Handrails | Wood, composite wood, stucco, stone, wrought | |
| iron, metal |
| Element | Element | Allowed Materials |
|---|---|---|
| Trellises and Carports | ||
| Spanning Members | Wood, composite wood | |
| Trellis | Posts | Wood, composite wood |
| Carport Support Posts | Wood, composite wood, stucco | |
| Trash | Enclosure | |
| Walls | Wood, composite wood, stucco | |
| Fences and Hedges | ||
| Walls | Stucco, brick, stone (faux manufactured stone | |
| veneer is prohibited), concrete block (coated and | ||
| painted or pigmented to match the main | ||
| building) | ||
| Fences | 17 | Wood, composite wood, wrought iron, metal, |
| chain link (vinyl-coated black or green) |
Notes:
16 Metal roll up doors are allowed only if not publicly visible. Metal security grilles are allowed for parking structures.
17 Publicly visible fences may not be chain link unless screened with vines.
2. Cottage.
| Element | Allowed Materials |
|---|---|
| Building Walls | |
| Cladding | Wood, composite wood, stucco, brick, stone, fiber |
| cement | |
| Base or Foundation | Stucco, brick, stone, cast stone, colored or painted |
| concrete | |
| Roof and Roof Elements | |
| Roofing | Shingles (composite wood, slate, dimensional or |
| luxury asphalt shingles to mimic the look of wood | |
| or slate) | |
| Rake and Eave | Wood, composite wood |
| Cornice | Wood, composite wood |
| Brackets | Wood, composite wood, fiberglass |
| Gutter | Half-round copper, metal |
| Windows, Bay Windows, and Entry Doors | |
| Trim or Surround | Wood, composite wood, fiber cement |
| Entry Door | Wood, composite wood, aluminum-clad wood, |
| fiberglass | |
| Window Frames | Wood, aluminum-clad wood |
| Glazing | Clear glass; shall not be tinted, mirrored, or colored |
| Garages | ||
|---|---|---|
| Garage Door | 18 | Wood, composite wood, fiberglass |
| Balconies | ||
| Post, Handrail, Fascia, and Support | Wood, composite wood, solid metal | |
| Members | ||
| Railing | Wood, composite wood, metal | |
| Porches | ||
| Columns | Wood, composite wood, metal, fiberglass | |
| Railing | Composite wood, wood, solid metal | |
| Storefronts | ||
| Storefront Module | Wood, composite wood, metal | |
| Storefront Base (Bulkhead) | Wood, stucco, brick, fiber cement | |
| Chimneys | ||
| Cap | Copper, steel | |
| Body | Brick, stone, cast stone (including veneers of any of | |
| the above) | ||
| Exterior Building Lighting | ||
| Body and Mount | Wrought iron, metal | |
| Shield | Clear, translucent, punched, louvers | |
| Stairs and Ramps | ||
| Treads and Risers | Wood, composite wood, stucco, brick, stone | |
| Handrails | Wood, composite wood, stucco, stone, wrought | |
| iron, metal | ||
| Trellises and Carports | ||
| Spanning Members | Wood, composite wood | |
| Trellis Posts | Wood, composite wood | |
| Carport Support Posts | Wood, composite wood, stucco | |
| Trash Enclosure | ||
| Walls | Wood, composite wood, stucco | |
| Fences and Hedges | ||
| Walls | Stucco, brick, stone (faux manufactured stone | |
| veneer is prohibited), concrete block (coated and | ||
| painted or pigmented to match the main building) | ||
| Fences 19 |
Wood, composite wood, wrought iron, metal, chain | |
| link (vinyl-coated black or green) |
Notes:
18 Metal roll up doors are allowed only if not publicly visible. Metal security grilles (including roll up function) are allowed for parking structures.
19 Publicly visible fences may not be chain link unless screened with vines.
(Ord. 6170, 2/25/2025)
§ 25.06.050. Mediterranean Style Group.¶
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A. General Description.
Spanish Colonial Revival Sub-Style. The Spanish Colonial Revival style is a reflection of Santa Barbara's Spanish architectural tradition. The sub-style adheres to simple building massing, the impression of traditional masonry construction, prominence of clay tile roof forms, and craftsmanship with an emphasis on raw materials.
Italian Mediterranean Sub-Style. While similar to the Spanish Colonial Revival style in terms of cladding and materials, the Italian Mediterranean style is expressed through the symmetrical and formal composition of openings, the cornice detailing at rakes and eaves, and the types of columns and pilasters used.
B. Character Description.¶
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1. Spanish Colonial Revival
Flat roofs or low-pitched gabled and/or hipped roofs, often stepped and with simple eave and cornice details
Red cap-and-pan, terra-cotta clay roof tile installed with a scattered field pattern, random mortar lifts, and selectively placed booster tile
Flat, rectilinear wall plane with symmetrical or asymmetrical compositions of vertically proportioned punched openings without trim
Stucco as primary façade material with stucco or wood attached elements, and decorative tile at surrounds/stairs
Architectural details and materials display influence of Spanish and Moorish architecture
Ornamental elements, such as chimneys, vents, and gutters
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2. Italian Mediterranean¶
Low-pitched hipped roofs clad in red tile with boxed eaves, often bracketed
Flat, rectilinear wall plane with vertically proportioned punched openings without trim Stucco as primary façade material with stucco, wood, or metal attached elements
Formal and/or symmetrical composition of doors and windows
Use of classical orders, including columns and pilasters, to accentuate entrances and openings
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Elements of Spanish Colonial Revival
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C. Wall: All.¶
| Base | ||
|---|---|---|
| Base is not required for this style group. | ||
| Wall Projections | ||
| Wall projections are allowed, but not required. | ||
| Depth | 1'-0" min. | A |
| Provide lintel for full width of projection. | B |
Elements of Italian Mediterranean Style
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D. Building Roof: All.¶
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Gable End Elevation
| Standards | Sloped Roof | Flat Roof | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roof Form | ||||
| Type | Gable, Hip, Shed | 1 | Flat 2,3 |
|
| Pitch | 3:12 min.; 6:12 max. | N/A | C | |
| Applicable Subsections | ||||
| E. Rake | Applies | N/A | ||
| F. Eave | Applies | N/A | ||
| G. Parapet | N/A | Applies | ||
| Roof Tile Installation Standards | ||||
| Starter course shall be double tiled, min. | ||||
| Unpigmented mortar required at | birdstops, hips, and ridges. | |||
| Attic Vents | ||||
| Placement | Centered within gable | D |
Notes:
1 High side of shed roof must terminate into wall.
2 Flat roof parapets that are publicly visible cannot exceed 25% of the building length, or 25' max., whichever is greater.
3 In the El Pueblo Viejo Landmark District, flat roof parapets cannot be publicly visible.
Rake Elevation (with Ornamental Scored Scallop Pattern)
Rake Section (with Ornamental Scored Scallop Pattern)
E. Rake: All¶
| Allowed Ornament | 4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 1'-0" min. | E | |
| Projection to Rake Tile | 3" min. | F |
Note:
- 4 Scored scallop pattern shall align with tile breaks, where occurs.
F. Eave.
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Returned Eave Section: Italian Mediterranean
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Open Eave Section: Italian Mediterranean
Closed Eave Section: Spanish Colonial Revival
1. Spanish Colonial Revival.¶
| Standards | Closed | Open | Returned | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Projection | 5 | ||||
| Overall | 3" min. | N/A | N/A | G |
Note:
5 Horizontal projection includes gutter.
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Returned Eave Elevation: Italian Mediterranean
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Open Eave Elevation: Italian Mediterranean
Closed Eave Elevation: Italian Mediterranean
2. Italian Mediterranean.¶
| Standards | Closed | Open | Returned | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Projection | 6 | |||
| Overall | 1'-0" min. | 3'-0" min. | 2'-6" min. | H |
| Fascia/ |
||||
| Height | 1'-0" min. | N/A | 6" min. | I |
| Allowed Rafter Tails and Supports | ||||
| Type | N/A | Shaped, Plumb | Shaped | |
| Cut | ||||
| Height | N/A | 8" min. | 1'-0" min. | J |
| Width | N/A | 3" min. | 3" min. | K |
| Spacing | N/A | 2'-0" max. on | 2'-0" max. on | L |
| center | center | |||
| Placement | N/A | Below decking | Below fascia |
Note:
6 Horizontal projection includes gutter.
G. Parapet.¶
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Parapet Section: Spanish Colonial Revival Parapet Elevation: Spanish Colonial Revival
1. All.
| Allowed Ornament | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wall Moulding at Top of Parapet | |
| Height | 2'-0" max. | M |
| Projection | 1'-0" max. | N |
| Placement | Continuous with Parapet Cap |
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Sloped Roof Parapet Section: Spanish Colonial Revival
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Sloped Roof Parapet Elevation: Spanish Colonial Revival
2. Spanish Colonial Revival.¶
| Sloped Roof with Parapet | ||
|---|---|---|
| Eave Projection | See Subsection F.1 (Eave) for | O |
| eave standards. | ||
| Parapet Height | 2'-6" min. | P |
| Sloped roof shall extend to reach full height of parapet. |
Sloped roof portion shall comply with all standards applicable to sloped roofs in Subsection D (Building Roof).
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Sloped Roof Parapet Section: Italian Mediterranean
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Sloped Roof Parapet Elevation: Italian Mediterranean
3. Italian Mediterranean.¶
| Sloped Roof with Parapet | ||
|---|---|---|
| Eave Projection, Profile, and | See Subsection F.2 (Eave) for eave | Q |
| Supports | standards. | |
| Parapet Height | 2'-6" min. | R |
| Sloped roof shall extend to reach full height of parapet. |
Sloped roof portion shall comply with all standards applicable to sloped roofs in Subsection D (Building Roof).
H. Windows: All.¶
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Typical Window Elevation with 8 Parts Glazing Ganged Window Elevation with 6 Parts Glazing Divisions: Spanish Colonial Revival Divisions: Italian Mediterranean
Opening Proportion, Height S to Width T
| Typical Window | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Floor | 2:1 min. | ||
| Typical Upper Floor | 7:4 min. | ||
| Accent Window | |||
| Rectangle | 3:2 min. (2'-6" max. width) | ||
| Square | 1:1 min. (3'-0" max. width) | ||
| Ganged Window | 3:5 min. | ||
| Picture Window | 6:5 min. | ||
| Dormer Window | 7:4 min. | ||
| Opening | |||
| Shape | Rectangular, Arched | ||
| Window | |||
| Operation | Casement, Fixed | ||
| Glazing Divisions | 7 | 6 or 8 parts | |
| Width of lites shall be no greater than their height. | |||
| Sash Widths | |||
| Rail | 2" min. | U | |
| Stile | 2" min. | V | |
| Moulding Widths | |||
| Head | 2" min. | W | |
| Jamb | 2" min. | X | |
| Apron | None |
| Window Frame Recess | |
|---|---|
| Depth | 2" min. from face of surround to face of sash. |
| Sill Projection | |
| Depth | 2" min. from face of surround. |
| Pediment | |
| Allowed | Italian Mediterranean only |
| Mullions | |
| Mullions required between ganged windows. | |
| Placement |
No portion of window shall be allowed within 1'-6" of outside corners of building.
Note:
- 7 Glazing divisions for picture and accent windows may be one part. Italian Mediterranean may also have 10, 12, or 15 equal parts.
I. Bay Windows: All.¶
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Bay Window Plan
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Bay Window Elevation
| Form | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Square | |
| Continuous horizontal articulation on building shall wrap bay window form. | ||
| Dimensions | ||
| Width | 6'-0" min.; 12'-0" max. | Y |
| Depth | 1'-0" min.; 4'-0" max. | Z |
Height¶
Bay window may extend from second story to top story.
Bay window may occupy first story on buildings less than 3 stories tall.
Bay window that does not extend to grade shall be supported on brackets.
Bay window form shall be vertically continuous from lowest bay window to highest bay window.
Allowed Cornice Treatments
Building parapet wraps bay window.
Bay window stops below building eave (provide roof or cornice for bay window).
Bay window terminates into building eave (bay window shall not project vertically or horizontally beyond building eave).
J. Dormers: All.¶
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Dormer Elevation with Gable Roof
| Roof Form | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gable | |
| Pitch | 3:12 min.; 6:12 max. | A |
| Horizontal Projection | ||
| Rake | See Subsection E (Rake) for rake standards. | |
| Eave | See Subsection F (Eave) for eave standards. | |
| Placement | ||
| Setback from Side Façade | 3'-0" min. | |
| Setback from Façade to Face of | 1'-0" min. | |
| Dormer | ||
| Dormers shall not interrupt continuity of main building roof eave. | ||
| Window |
See Subsection H (Windows) for window standards.
K. Entry Doors: All.¶
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Full Glass Door Elevation
Vision Glass Door with Transom and
Elevation with Two Half Glass Door Elevation with Two Entablature: Italian
Panels and Arched Span Panels and Sidelights Mediterranean
Door
| Number of Panels | 2 min. 8 |
|---|---|
| Frame Recess | 4" min. from face of door to face of surround. |
| Lite Types/ |
|
| Vision Glass | 0 parts min.; 4 parts max. |
| Half Glass | 6 parts |
| Full Glass | 8 parts min.; 15 parts max. |
| Surround | |
| Span Type | Square, Arch |
| Glazed Openings | |
| Transom | Allowed |
| Sidelights | Allowed |
| Entablature | Italian Mediterranean only |
| Pediment | Italian Mediterranean only |
| Placement |
No portion of door shall be allowed within 1'-6" of outside corners of building.
Doors shall be centered along width of balconies and arches, where occurs.
Note:
- 8 Panels not required for full glass lite type.
L. Columns/Pilasters.¶
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One-Story Porch with Square Column and Capital Connection: Spanish Colonial Revival
1. Spanish Colonial Revival
| Columns + Pilasters | |
|---|---|
| Shape | Square, Round |
| Width/Diameter | 8" min. each |
| Spacing | 9'-0" max. on center B |
| Pedestal Height 9 |
3'-0" min. C |
| Entablature/ |
Capital, Bracket, Corbel |
| Columns must not span multiple | stories. |
| Additional Features | |
| Paneling | Allowed |
| Fluting | Not Allowed |
| Entablature Height | |
| Topmost Floor | 1'-6" min. D |
| Intermediate Floor | 10" min. |
| Guard/Railing | |
| Allowed Types | Square, Turned (includes balustrade), Wall |
| Width Between Posts | 3'-0" min. on center |
Note:
- 9 Pedestal may be omitted.
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One-Story Porch with Square Column and Capital Connection: Italian Mediterranean
2. Italian Mediterranean¶
| Columns + Pilasters | ||
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Square, Round, Tuscan (Tapered) | |
| Width/Diameter | 8" min. each | |
| Spacing | 9'-0" max. on center | E |
| Pedestal Height 10 |
3'-0" min. | |
| Entablature/ |
Capital | |
| Columns must not span multiple | stories. | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Paneling | Allowed | |
| Fluting | Not Allowed | |
| Entablature Height | ||
| Topmost Floor | 1'-6" min. | F |
| Intermediate Floor | 10" min. | |
| Guard/Railing | ||
| Allowed Types | Square, Turned (includes balustrade), Wall | |
| Width Between Posts | 3'-0" min. on center |
Note:
10 Pedestal may be omitted.
M. Balconies: All.¶
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Juliet Balcony with Decorative Metal Railing, Recessed Balcony with Stucco Wall, Front Front Elevation Elevation
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Balcony with Square Railing, Front Elevation
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Balcony with Turned Railing, Front Elevation
Allowed Types
Type 1 - Juliet Balcony
| Type 1 - Juliet Balcony | ||
|---|---|---|
| Inward-swinging door with full glazing required | G | |
| Base Height | 3" min. | H |
| Base Projection | 4" min.; 2'-0" max. | |
| Type 2 - Occupiable Balcony | ||
| Clear Depth | 6'-0" min. | |
| Area | 48 sq. ft. min. | |
| Recess into Façade | 6'-8" max. | |
| Overall Width | 10'-0" max. | |
| Guard/Railing | ||
| Allowed Types | Square, Turned (includes balustrade), | |
| Wall 11 |
||
| Height | Per Building Code | I |
| Width Between Posts | 3'-0" min. on center | J |
| Brackets/ |
| Allowed Types | Brackets, Cantilevered Beams | |
|---|---|---|
| Depth | 80% of projection depth at bracket, | |
| min. | ||
| Height | 50% of bracket depth, min. | K |
| Spacing | 4'-0" on center, max. | L |
Note:
11 Wall is allowed only for recessed balconies and shall not be used for Juliet Balcony.
N. Store fronts: All.¶
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Storefront Section Storefront Elevation
| Width | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storefront Module | 12 | 10'-0" min.; 25'-0" max. | M | |
| Display Window | 3'-0" min.; 6'-0" max. | N | ||
| Distance Between | Storefront Modules | 1'-6" min.; 6'-0" max. | O | |
| Height | ||||
| Overall | None | |||
| Head Height | 10'-0" min. | P | ||
| Cornice | None | |||
| Signage Band | None | |||
| Bulkhead | 1'-0" min.; 2'-0" max. | Q | ||
| Horizontal Recess | ||||
| Depth | 1'-0" min.; 2'-0" max | 13 | R |
Bulkhead shall be continuous, unless divided by pilaster, and align with base height of building (if any).
For arched storefronts, see Section 25.05.130 (Arcades).
Notes:
12 May be expressed with pilasters. See Subsection L (Columns/Pilasters).
13 No max. depth for residential entries.
O. Awnings: All.
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Awning Elevation with Straight Valance
Awning Section
Awning Design¶
| Horizontal Projection | 3'-0" min. | S |
|---|---|---|
| Offset from Opening | 6" max. | T |
| Surface Shape 14 |
Angled Surface with Open Sides | |
| Valance Shape | Straight | |
| Required Support Elements | Finials 15 |
The bottom edge of the valance shall fall below the window or door head height, unless this conflicts with minimum clear height standards.
Supports shall not be installed horizontally, and shall angle up from the point of wall attachment at an angle equal to the slope of the awning surface.
Notes:
14 Horizontally segmented, curved, and domed awnings are prohibited, except that curved awnings are allowed for an arched opening if placed within the arch such that the form and depth of the arch are still visible.
15 Finials must be spear points in the Spanish Colonial Revival sub-style.
P. Trellises and Carports: All.¶
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Trellis Diagram
| Dimensions | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Post | 8" x 8" min. | U | |
| Main and Cross Beam | 4" x 8" min. | 16 | V |
| Rafter | 2" x 4" min. | W | |
| Purlin or Lattice | 2" x 2" min. | X | |
| Overhang | Y | ||
| Beams | 3'-0" max. | ||
| Purlin or Lattice | 2'-0" max. | ||
| Trellis | 1'-6" max. |
Note:
16 Paired 2" x 8" members are allowed when placed on both sides of the supporting posts.
Q. Materials.¶
- Spanish Colonial Revival.
| Element | Allowed Materials |
|---|---|
| Building Walls | |
| Cladding | Stucco |
| Accent Materials | Stone, tile |
| Projection Materials | Wood, cast-stone |
| Roof and Roof Elements |
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Two-piece (cap-and-pan)terra-cotta clay barrel | Two-piece (cap-and-pan)terra-cotta clay barrel | |
|---|---|---|---|
| tiles | |||
| Rake and Eave | Wood, composite wood, stucco | ||
| Cornice | Wood, composite wood, stucco | ||
| Brackets and | Corbels | Wood, composite wood, stucco, fiberglass | |
| Parapet Cap | Stucco, two-piece (cap-and-pan) terra-cotta clay | ||
| barrel tiles | |||
| Finials | Metal (copper, cast iron, steel) | ||
| Attic and Mechanical Vents | |||
| Vent | Masonry, terra-cotta clay barrel tiles, wood | ||
| louvers, wrought iron grill | |||
| Gutters, Downspouts, and Leaderheads | |||
| Gutter Profile | Half-round | ||
| Downspout Profile | Round | ||
| Materials | Copper 18, metal |
||
| Windows, Bay Windows, and Entry Doors | |||
| Entry Door | Wood, composite wood, aluminum-clad wood, | ||
| fiberglass | |||
| Window Frames | Wood, aluminum-clad wood, steel | ||
| Door/ |
Stucco, stone, cast stone, tile | ||
| Sill | Stucco, stone, cast stone | ||
| Glazing | Clear glass; shall not be tinted, mirrored, or | ||
| colored | |||
| Garages | |||
| Garage Door | 19 | Wood, composite wood, fiberglass | |
| Balconies | |||
| Post, Handrail, Fascia, Railing, and | Wood, composite wood, wrought iron, metal | 20 | |
| Brackets | |||
| Deck Soffit | Wood, composite wood, stucco, wrought iron, | ||
| tile (glazed, terra-cotta), metal | |||
| Porches | |||
| Columns | Wood, composite wood, stucco fiberglass, metal | ||
| Railing | Wood, composite wood, wrought iron | ||
| Storefronts | |||
| Storefront Module | Wood, composite wood, metal | ||
| Storefront Base (Bulkhead) | Stucco, tile | ||
| Chimneys | |||
| Cap | Stucco, terra-cotta clay barrel tiles, copper, steel |
SANTA BARBARA CODE
| Body | Stucco, brick, stone, cast stone (including |
|---|---|
| veneers of any of the above) | |
| Exterior Building Lighting | |
| Body and Mount | Wrought iron, metal |
| Shield | Clear, translucent, punched, louvers |
| Stairs and Ramps | |
| Treads and Risers | Wood, composite wood, stucco, brick, stone, tile, |
| concrete 20 |
|
| Handrails | Wood, composite wood, stucco stone, wrought |
| iron, metal | |
| Trellises and Carports | |
| Spanning Members | Wood |
| Trellis Posts | Wood |
| Carport Support Posts | Wood, composite wood, stucco, |
| Connections | Steel, iron |
| Trash Enclosure | |
| Walls | Wood, composite wood, stucco |
| Fences and Hedges | |
| Walls | Stucco, stone (faux manufactured stone veneer is |
| prohibited) | |
| Fences 21 |
Wood, composite wood, wrought iron, metal, |
| chain link (vinyl-coated black or green) | |
| Stucco wall finish shall be smooth trowel, | with 1/2" to 3/4" bull-nosed corners. |
| Accent tile shall be 6" x 6" minimum. |
Where used, "metal" and "wrought iron" shall be solid metal (not hollow tube).
Notes:
17 Applies to pitched roof forms; visible birdstops not allowed.
18 Required on façades facing rights-of-way and community open spaces.
19 Metal roll up doors are allowed only if not publicly visible. Metal security grilles are allowed for parking structures.
20 Allowed on façades not facing streets and community open spaces.
21 Chain link fences are prohibited within the EI Pueblo Viejo Landmark District. In other locations, publicly visible chain link fences are prohibited unless screened with vines.
- Italian Mediterranean.
| Element | Allowed Materials |
|---|---|
| Wall | |
| Cladding | Stucco |
| Accent Materials | Tile, stone |
| Roof and Roof Elements | ||
|---|---|---|
| Roofing 22 |
Two-piece (cap-and-pan) terra-cotta clay barrel | |
| tiles | ||
| Rake and Eave | Wood, composite wood, stucco | |
| Cornice | Wood, composite wood, stucco, cast stone, | |
| fiberglass | ||
| Brackets and | Corbels | Wood, composite wood, stucco, fiberglass |
| Parapet Cap | Stucco, two-piece (cap-and-pan) terra-cotta clay | |
| barrel tiles | ||
| Finials | Metal (copper, cast iron, steel) | |
| Attic and Mechanical Vents | ||
| Vent | Masonry, terra-cotta clay barrel tiles, wood | |
| louvers, wrought iron grill | ||
| Gutters, Downspouts, and Leaderheads | ||
| Gutter Profile | Half-round | |
| Downspout Profile | Round | |
| Materials | Copper 23, metal |
|
| Windows, Bay Windows, and Entry | Doors | |
| Entry Door | Wood, composite wood aluminum-clad wood, | |
| steel, fiberglass | ||
| Window Frames | Wood, aluminum-clad wood, steel | |
| Door/ |
Stucco, stone, cast stone, tile | |
| Sill | Stucco, stone, cast stone | |
| Glazing | Clear glass; shall not be tinted, mirrored, or | |
| colored | ||
| Garages | ||
| Garage Door | 24 | Wood, composite wood, fiberglass |
| Balconies | ||
| Post, Handrail, Fascia, Railing, and | Wood, composite wood, cast stone, wrought iron, | |
| Brackets | metal, fiberglass | |
| Deck Soffit | Wood, composite wood, stucco, tile (glazed, terra- | |
| cotta), wrought iron, metal | ||
| Porches | ||
| Columns | Wood, composite wood, stucco, cast stone, metal, | |
| fiberglass | ||
| Railing | Wood, composite wood, cast stone, wrought iron, | |
| fiberglass | ||
| Storefronts | ||
| Storefront Module | Wood, composite wood, metal |
| Storefront Base (Bulkhead) | Stucco, tile | |
|---|---|---|
| Chimneys | ||
| Cap | Stucco, terra-cotta clay barrel tiles, copper, steel | |
| Body | Stucco, brick, stone, cast stone (including veneers | |
| of any of the above) | ||
| Exterior Building Lighting | ||
| Body and Mount | Wrought iron, metal | |
| Shield | Clear, translucent, punched, louvers | |
| Stairs and Ramps | ||
| Treads and Risers | Stucco, brick, stone, tile, concrete | 25 |
| Handrails | Wood, composite wood, stucco, stone, wrought | |
| iron, metal | ||
| Trellises and Carports | ||
| Spanning Members | Wood | |
| Trellis Posts | Wood | |
| Carport Support Posts | Wood, composite wood, stucco, | |
| Connections | Steel, iron | |
| Trash Enclosure | ||
| Walls | Wood, composite wood, stucco | |
| Fences and Hedges | ||
| Walls | Stucco, stone (faux manufactured | stone veneer is |
| prohibited) | ||
| Fences 26 |
Wood, composite wood, wrought | iron, metal, |
| chain link (vinylcoated black or green) | ||
| Stucco wall finish shall be smooth trowel, with 1/2" to 3/4" bull-nosed corners. | ||
| Accent tile shall be 6" x 6" minimum. |
Where used, "metal" and "wrought iron" shall be solid metal (not hollow tube).
Notes:
22 Applies to pitched roof forms; visible birdstops not allowed.
23 Required on façades facing streets and community open spaces.
24 Metal roll up doors are allowed only if not publicly visible. Metal security grilles (including roll up function) are allowed for parking structures.
25 Allowed on façades not facing streets and community open spaces.
26 Chain link fences are prohibited within the El Pueblo Viejo Landmark District. In other locations, publicly visible chain link fences are prohibited unless screened with vines.
(Ord. 6170, 2/25/2025)
- § 25.06.060. Contemporary Style Group.
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A. General Description.
Contemporary Sub-Style. Contemporary style buildings have a sleek aesthetic and minimal ornamentation. This style focuses on combining simple rectilinear massing forms with changes in material and color. The use of glass and cantilevered elements imbues buildings with a sense of lightness and simplicity.
Industrial Sub-Style. The Industrial style similarly uses simple building forms, but utilizes gabled roof forms as well as flat roofs. Openings are simple and laid out in a rational manner. Thoughtful aging of industrial material, often metal, is allowed.
B. Character Description.¶
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1. Contemporary.
Simple rectilinear massing volumes
Limited pushing and pulling of massing forms, delineated by changes in materials, colors, and finishes
Limited ornamentation and simple punched openings
Bay windows, awnings, balconies, and trellises used to break down façade and volume
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2. Industrial.
Low- and medium-pitched or flat roofs with shallow eave or parapet
Simple gable roof forms
Horizontally proportioned opening made from ganged vertical windows
OBJECTIVE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT¶
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Elements of Contemporary Style
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Example Building Elevation: Contemporary
C. Wall.
- Contemporary.
| Base | |
|---|---|
| Base is not required for this sub-style. | |
| Middle and Top | |
| Cantilever without visually supportive column | 6'-0" max. projection |
Material changes may only occur at convex corners both vertical and horizontal.
SANTA BARBARA CODE
Elements of Industrial Style¶
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Example Building Elevation: Industrial
2. Industrial.
| Trim 1 |
||
|---|---|---|
| Width | 3" min. | A |
| Base | ||
| Height | 1'-0" min.; 1/2 story max. | B |
| Required Articulation | Change in finish material | C |
| Base is required for this sub-style. | ||
| Middle and Top | ||
| Cantilever without visually | 6'-0" max. projection | |
| supportive column | ||
| Material changes may only occur at | convex corners both vertical and horizontal. |
Note:
- 1 Trim not required on buildings or portions of buildings where stucco or stone is the primary wall material.
D. Building Roof: All.¶
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Shed Roof Elevation
| Building Roof Standards | Sloped Roof | Flat Roof | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof Form | |||
| Type | Shed, Gable | Flat | |
| Pitch | 2:12 min. | N/A | D |
| 8:12 max. | |||
| Applicable Subsections | |||
| E. Rake | Applies | N/A | |
| F. Eave | Applies | N/A | |
| G. Parapet | N/A | Applies |
E. Rake.¶
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Flush Rake Section
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Projecting Rake Section
1. Contemporary.
| Standards | Flush Profile | Projecting Profile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Projection | No min.; | 2'-6" min.; | |
| 2" max. | 6'-0" max. | E |
See Subsection F (Eave) for height standards.
2. Industrial.
| Standards | Flush Profile | Projecting Profile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Projection | No min.; | 6" min.; | |
| 2" max. | 1'-6" max. | E |
See Subsection F (Eave) for height standards.
F. Eave: All.¶
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Closed Eave Section
Open Eave Section
| Standards | Open Eave | Closed Eave | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height | ||||
| Fascia | 6" min. | 6" min. | F | |
| Horizontal Projection | 2 | |||
| Overall | 1'-6" min. | N/A | G |
Note:
- 2 Horizontal projection includes gutter.
G. Parapet.¶
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Parapet Section
1. Contemporary.
| 1. | Contemporary. |
|---|---|
| 2. | Parapet Cap/ |
| Height 0" min.; 1'-0" max. H |
|
| Horizontal Projection 0" min.; 3" max. I Industrial. |
|
| Parapet Cap/ |
|
| Height 0" min.; 6" max. H |
|
| Horizontal Projection 0" min.; 3" max. I |
H. Windows.¶
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Typical Window Elevation: Contemporary
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Ganged Window Elevation: Contemporary
1. Contemporary.
| Opening Proportion, Height | **J ** | to Width K |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical Window | |||
| Ground Floor | 11:5 min. | ||
| Typical Upper Floor | 2:1 min. | ||
| Accent Window | |||
| Rectangle | 3:2 min. (2'-6" max. width) | ||
| Square | 1:1 min. (3'-0" max. width) | ||
| Ganged Window | 3:5 min. | ||
| Picture Window | 11:10 min. | ||
| Dormer Window | 2:1 min. | ||
| Opening | |||
| Shape | Rectangular | ||
| Window | |||
| Operation | Double-Hung, Single-Hung, Awning, Casement, | ||
| Fixed | |||
| Glazing Divisions | None required | ||
| Sash Widths | |||
| Rail | 2" min. | L | |
| Stile | 2" min. | M | |
| Trim Widths 3 |
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| Head | 2" min. | ||
| Jamb | 2" min. | ||
| Apron | 2" min. | ||
| Window Frame Recess |
| Depth | 2" min. from face of sash |
|---|---|
| Sill Projection | |
| Depth | 2" min. from face of trim or surround |
| Pediment | |
| Allowed | No |
| Mullions | |
| Mullions required between ganged windows. |
Note:
3 Trim required for windows only on buildings or parts of buildings with lap siding.
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Ganged Window Elevation with 8 Parts and
12 Parts Glazing Divisions: Industrial
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Typical Window Elevation with 12 Parts
Glazing Division: Industrial
2. Industrial.
| Opening Proportion, Height **N ** |
to Width O |
|---|---|
| Typical Window | |
| Ground Floor | 11:5 min. |
| Typical Upper Floor | 2:1 min. |
| Accent Window | |
| Rectangle | 3:2 min. (2'-6" max. width) |
| Square | 1:1 min. (3'-0" max. width) |
| Ganged Window | 3:5 min. |
| Picture Window | 11:10 min. |
| Dormer Window | 2:1 min. |
| Opening | |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Window |
| Operation | Double-Hung, Single-Hung, | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awning, Casement, Fixed | ||||
| Glazing Divisions | 4 | 6 equal parts min.; | ||
| 12 equal parts max. | ||||
| Sash Widths | ||||
| Rail | 2" min. | P | ||
| Stile | 2" min. | Q | ||
| Trim Widths | 5 | |||
| Head | 2" min. | R | ||
| Jamb | 2" min. | S | ||
| Apron | None | |||
| Window Frame Recess | ||||
| Depth | 2" min. from face of sash | |||
| Sill Projection | ||||
| Depth | 2" min. from face of trim or | |||
| surround | ||||
| Pediment | ||||
| Allowed | No | |||
| Mullions | ||||
| Mullions required | between ganged windows. |
Notes:
4 Glazing divisions for picture windows may be one part.
5 Trim required for windows only on buildings or parts of buildings with lap siding.
I. Bay Windows: All.¶
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Bay Window Plan
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Bay Window Elevation
| Form | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Square | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Width | 6'-0" min.; 12'-0" max. | T |
| Depth | 8" min.; 4'-0" max. | U |
| Height Standards |
Bay window may extend from second story to top story.
Bay window may occupy first story on buildings less than 3 stories tall.
Bay window form shall be vertically continuous from lowest bay window to highest bay window.
Allowed Cornice Treatments Building parapet wraps bay window form. Bay window stops below building eave (provide roof or cornice for bay window).
Bay window terminates into building eave (bay window form shall not project vertically or horizontally beyond building eave).
J. Dormers: All.¶
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Dormer Elevation
| Roof Form | |
|---|---|
| Type | Shed |
| Pitch | 2:12 min.; 6:12 max. |
| Horizontal Projection | |
| Rake | See Subsection E (Rake) for rake standards. |
| Eave | See Subsection F (Eave) for eave standards. |
| Placement | |
| Setback from Façade to Face of Dormer | 1'-0" min. |
| Dormers shall not interrupt continuity of main building roof eave. | |
| Window |
See Subsection H (Windows) for window standards.
K. Entry Doors.¶
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Vision Glass Door Elevation Half Glass Door Elevation with Full Glass Door Elevation with
with Square Span Sidelights Transom
1. Contemporary.
| Door | |
|---|---|
| Number of Panels | 0 min. |
| Lite Types/ |
|
| Vision Glass | 0 min. |
| Half Glass | 0 min. |
| Full Glass | 0 min. |
| Surround | |
| Span Type | Square |
| Glazed Openings | |
| Transom | Allowed |
| Sidelights | Allowed |
- Industrial.
| Door | |
|---|---|
| Number of Panels | 0 min. |
| Lite Types/ |
|
| Vision Glass | 0 parts min.; 4 parts max. |
| Half Glass | 4 parts min. |
| Full Glass | 8 parts min. | |
|---|---|---|
| Surround | ||
| Span Type | Square | |
| Head Width | 2" min. | V |
| Jamb Width | 2" min. | W |
| Glazed Openings | ||
| Transom | Allowed | |
| Sidelights | Allowed |
L. Columns/Pilasters.¶
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One-Story Porch: Contemporary
1. Contemporary
| Columns + Pilasters | ||
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Square, Steel Section | |
| Width/Diameter | 6" min.; 4" min. for Steel Section | |
| Spacing | 8'-0" max. on center | X |
| Pedestal Height 6 |
3'-0" min. | |
| Columns must not span multiple stories | ||
| Additional Features | ||
| Paneling | Not Allowed | |
| Fluting | Not Allowed | |
| Note: |
- 6 Pedestal may be omitted.
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One-Story Porch with Square Columns on Pedestals: Industrial
2. Industrial.
| Columns + Pilasters | ||
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Square, Steel Section | |
| Width/Diameter | 6" min.; 4" min. for Steel Section | |
| Spacing | 9'-6" min., 12'-0" max. on center | Y |
| Pedestal Height 7 |
3'-0" min. | Z |
| Columns must not span multiple stories. | ||
| Additional Features | ||
| Paneling | Not Allowed | |
| Fluting | Not Allowed | |
| Entablature Height | ||
| Topmost Floor | 1'-6" min. | A |
| Intermediate Floor | 10" min. | |
| Note: | ||
| 7Pedestal may be omitted. |
M. Balconies: All.¶
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Juliet Balcony with Horizontal Railing, Front Elevation
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Balcony with Mesh Railing, Front Elevation
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Balcony with Horizontal Railing, Front Elevation
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Balcony with Panel Railing, Front Elevation
Allowed Types
Type 1 - Juliet Balcony
| Type 1 - Juliet Balcony | ||
|---|---|---|
| Inward-swinging door with full glazing | required | B |
| Base Height | 3" min. | C |
| Base Projection | 4" min.; 2'-0" max. | |
| Type 2 - Occupiable Balcony | ||
| Clear Depth | 6'-0" min. | |
| Cantilever without supporting columns | 6'-0" max. | |
| Area | 48 sq. ft. min. | |
| Recess into Façade | 4'-6" max. | |
| Overall Width | 10'-0" max. | D |
| Guard/Railing | ||
| Allowed Types | Panel, Mesh, Horizontal | |
| Height | Per Building Code | E |
| Width Between Posts | 3'-0" min. on center | F |
N. Store fronts: All.¶
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Storefront Elevation
Store Section
| Width | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storefront Module | 10'-0" min.; 25'-0" max. | G | ||
| Display Window | 3'-0" min.; 6'-0" | max. | H | |
| Glazing Divisions | None required | |||
| Distance Between Storefront Modules | 8 | 1'-0" min.; 4'-0" | max. | I |
| Height | ||||
| Overall | N/A | |||
| Head Height | 10'-0" min. | J | ||
| Cornice | None | |||
| Signage Band | None | |||
| Bulkhead | 0" min.; 2'-0" max. | K | ||
| Horizontal Recess | ||||
| Depth | 6" min.; 9" max. | 9 | L | |
| Bulkhead shall be continuous, unless divided by pilaster. |
Notes:
8 May be expressed with pilasters. See Subsection L (Columns/Pilasters)
9 No max. depth for residential entries.
O. Awning.¶
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Awning Section Awning Elevation
1. Contemporary.
| Awning Design | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Projection | 10 | 3'-0" min. | M |
| Offset from Opening | 1'-0" max. | N | |
| Required Support Elements | Structural metal, tubing, or cable |
Note:
10 Horizontal projection includes gutter, where occurs.
P. Trellises and Carports: All.¶
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Trellis Diagram
| Dimensions | Wood | Metal | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post | 8" x 8" min. | 4" x 4" min. | O | |
| Main and Cross Beam | 4" x 8" min. | 11 | 2" x 4" min. | P |
| Rafter | 2" x 4" min. | 1.5" x 3" min. | Q | |
| Purlin or Lattice | 2" x 2" min. | 1.5" x 1.5" min. | R | |
| Overhang | S | |||
| Beams | 3'-0" max. | |||
| Purlin or Lattice | 2'-0" max. | |||
| Trellis | 1'-6" max. |
At balconies, overhangs may not project beyond balcony wall.
Note:
11 Paired 2" x 8" members are allowed when placed on both sides of the supporting posts.
Q. Materials.¶
- Contemporary.
| Element | Allowed Materials | |
|---|---|---|
| Building Wall | ||
| Cladding | Lap siding (wood, composite wood, fiber cement), | |
| stucco, concrete, metal panel | 12 | |
| Base or Foundation | ||
| Base or Foundation | Wood, composite wood, stucco, brick, stone, | |
| concrete, fiber cement |
| Element | Allowed Materials |
|---|---|
| Roof and Roof Elements | |
| Roofing 13 |
Shingles (composite wood, dimensional or luxury |
| asphalt shingles to mimic the look of wood); | |
| standing seam metal (black, white, or reflective | |
| metal finishes are prohibited) | |
| Rake and Eave | Wood, composite wood, steel |
| Gutter Profile | Box |
| Materials | Metal |
| Windows, Bay Windows, and Entry Doors | |
| Entry Door | Wood, composite wood, metal, fiberglass |
| Window Frames | Wood, composite wood, aluminum-clad wood steel |
| Glazing | Clear glass; shall not be tinted, mirrored, or colored |
| Garages | |
| Garage Door 14 |
Wood, composite wood, metal, opaque glass |
| Balconies | |
| Posts and Handrail | Metal |
| Railing | Metal panel, metal mesh, steel section, steel cable |
| Fascia | Wood, composite wood, metal |
| Porches | |
| Columns | Wood, composite wood, metal, fiberglass |
| Railing | Wood, composite wood, metal panel, metal mesh, |
| steel section, steel cable | |
| Storefronts | |
| Storefront Base (Bulkhead) | Wood, composite wood, concrete, metal panel, |
| fiberglass | |
| Exterior Building Lighting | |
| Body and Mount | Wrought iron, metal |
| Shield | Clear, translucent, punched, louvers |
| Stairs and Ramps | |
| Treads and Risers | Wood, composite wood, concrete, metal |
| Handrails | Wood, composite wood, metal |
| Trellises and Carports | |
| Spanning Members | Wood, steel |
| Trellis Posts | Wood, steel |
| Carport Support Posts | Wood, composite wood, stucco, steel |
| Connections | Steel, iron |
| Trash Enclosure |
| Element | Element | Allowed Materials |
|---|---|---|
| Walls | Wood, composite wood, stucco | |
| Fences and Hedges | ||
| Walls | Stucco, brick, stone (faux manufactured stone | |
| veneer is prohibited), concrete, concrete block | ||
| (coated and painted or pigmented to match the main | ||
| building) | ||
| Fences | 15 | Wood, composite wood, wrought iron, metal, chain |
| link (vinyl-coated black or green) |
All ends of hollow steel members must be capped.
Notes:
12 Metal panel wall cladding is allowed only if used as an accent and not for the entire wall surface.
13 Applies to all pitched roofs and sloped roof parapets.
14 Metal roll up doors are allowed only if not publicly visible. Metal security grilles are allowed for parking structures.
15 Publicly visible fences may not be chain link unless screened with vines.
- Industrial.
| Element | Allowed Materials |
|---|---|
| Building Wall | |
| Cladding | Lap siding (wood, composite wood, fiber cement), |
| stucco, metal panel | |
| Base or Foundation | |
| Base or Foundation | Brick, concrete |
| Roof and Roof Elements | |
| Roofing | Shingles (composite wood, dimensional or luxury |
| asphalt shingles to mimic the look of wood); | |
| standing seam metal (black, white, or reflective | |
| metal finishes are prohibited) | |
| Rake and Eave | Wood, composite wood, steel |
| Gutter Profile | Half-round, box |
| Materials | Metal |
| Windows, Bay Windows, and Entry | Doors |
| Entry Door | Wood, composite wood, metal, fiberglass |
| Window Frames | Wood, aluminum-clad wood, steel |
| Glazing | Clear glass; shall not be tinted, mirrored, or colored |
| Garages | |
| Garage Door 16 |
Wood, composite wood, metal, opaque glass |
| Balconies |
| Posts | Metal |
|---|---|
| Railing | Metal panel, metal mesh, steel section, steel cable |
| Handrail | Wood, composite wood, metal |
| Fascia | Wood, composite wood, metal |
| Porches | |
| Columns | Wood, composite wood, metal, fiberglass |
| Pedestal | Wood, composite wood, concrete, metal, fiberglass |
| Railing | Wood, composite wood, metal panel, metal mesh, |
| steel section, steel cable | |
| Storefronts | |
| Storefront Base (Bulkhead) | Wood, composite wood, concrete, metal panel, |
| fiberglass | |
| Exterior Building Lighting | |
| Body and Mount | Wrought iron, metal |
| Shield | Clear, translucent, punched, louvers |
| Stairs and Ramps | |
| Treads and Risers | Metal, concrete |
| Handrails | Metal |
| Trellises and Carports | |
| Spanning Members | Steel |
| Trellis Posts | Steel |
| Carport Support Posts | Steel |
| Connections | Steel |
| Trash Enclosure | |
| Walls | Wood, composite wood, stucco |
| Fences and Hedges | |
| Walls | Stucco, brick, stone (faux manufactured stone veneer |
| is prohibited), concrete, concrete block (coated and | |
| painted or pigmented to match the main building) | |
| Fences 17 |
Wood, composite wood, wrought iron, metal, chain |
| link (vinyl-coated black or green) |
All ends of hollow steel members must be capped.
Notes:
16 Metal roll up doors are allowed only if not publicly visible. Metal security grilles (including roll up function) are allowed for parking structures.
17 Publicly visible fences may not be chain link unless screened with vines.
(Ord. 6170, 2/25/2025)
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