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<br />Design Characteristics <br /> <br />· A new or existing accessory structure, such as a garage or garden shed, can generally <br />attain architectural compatibility by incorporating a few key character-defining elements of <br />the main building. Some key elements to consider include: <br /> <br />o Roof pitch consistency <br />o Building proportions <br />o Door and window style <br />o Color <br />o Exterior finish <br />o Attic venting <br /> <br />· New garages and accessory structures should be detached and located at the rear of the <br />residence and out of view from the street. <br />· Garage doors should be of wood or similar material and should be of an architectural design <br />that matches the residence or a modern and functional design that is compatible in design. <br />· Rehabilitation of garages or accessory structures should reflect the existing architectural <br />style of the existing building. <br />· Garage materials shall be of the same or similar materials of the residence. <br />· Contributing architectural design features should be preserved when restoring a garage. <br />· Carriage barn type garages should be maintained and repaired when possible. <br />· Original hardware should be preserved. <br /> <br />The following methods are not recommended when restoring or building new garages and <br />accessory structures: <br /> <br />· Removal or radically changing architectural features, which are important in defining the <br />overall character of the building. <br />· Using substitute materials for replacement that are different in design and material from the <br />original existing structure. <br /> <br />42 <br />{ .:2f!' <br />