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<br />B. Architectural Guidelines <br /> <br />Preservation and rehabilitation efforts in the Heninger Park Neighborhood shall be aimed at <br />maintaining and protecting the original architectural features of a structure that will help identify <br />its individual style and thereby continue to contribute to the overall character of the <br />neighborhood. These guidelines shall be utilized whenever repairs or alterations are <br />contemplated to the exterior fayade of a structure. <br /> <br />Porches and Stairs <br /> <br /> <br />Classical Prominent Porch (Colonial Revival) Large Open Porch (Craftsman Bungalow) <br /> <br />The porch is one of the most important architectural features defining a structure while adding <br />character to a street. A decision can be made if repair or replacement of the features is <br />necessary by assessing the physical condition of the character defining materials. Existing front <br />and side porches shall be repaired and maintained; this includes stairs, original front and side <br />doors, french doors and sidelights. If it has been determined that repair is not feasible, the <br />preferred option is always to replace the entire feature with similar material. Because this <br />approach is not always technically or economically feasible, provisions can be made to consider <br />the use of a compatible substitute material. Plans to propose to modernize or change the <br />prominent features of an original porch, such as the stairs, overhangs, rails, support columns, <br />and decorative work shall not be allowed, as any change in the structural or decorative elements <br />of the front porch will usually jeopardize the architectural integrity of the residence. <br /> <br /> <br />Porch Posts Support Decorative Porch Railing <br />21 <br /> <br />Elephantine Posts <br /> <br />