City of Hollywood Design Guidelines

May 24,2001

City of Holl ood, Florida

City Commission Mara S. Giulianti, Mayor

Keith Wasserstrom, Vice-Mayor - District 4

Cathleen A. Anderson, Commissioner - District 1

Beam Furr, Commissioner - District 2

Sal Oliveri, Commissioner - District 3

Fran Russo, Commissioner - District 5

Peter Bober, Corr~missioner - District 6

City Manager Cameron D. Benson

City Attorney Daniel L. Abbott

Office of the City Manager Richard Lemack, Assistant City Manager

David E. Keller, Assistant City Manager

Off ice of Community Planning Jaye M. Epstein, AICP, Director

City of Hollywood, Florida

Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Boulevard Room 315

954-921 -3471

City of Hollywood Design Guidelines

DESIGN REVIEW BOARD

David Rosenthal, Chairman Darby Delsalle, Vice Chairman

Thomas White, Secretary Mark Saltz

Glenn B. Giles Andrew P. Mack Harvey Rafofsky

May 24,2001

Prepared by: Community Planning Division

Amended by Design Review Board May 24,2001

Adopted by the Design Review Board January 4,1995

City of Hollywood, Florida

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................. 1 AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT ................................................................................. 3 AWNINGS AND CANOPIES ........................................................................................... 4 BALCONY ENCLOSLIRE ................................................................................................ 7

............................................. COLORED FLUORESCENT CATHODE TUBING (NEON) 8 ............................................................................................................ CONSTRUCI-ION 9

.................................................................................................... General Guidelines 9 Building Surface Materials ....................................................................................... 11

..................................................................................... Building Location and Scale 12 Garbage Rooms and Trash Receptacles ................................................................. 12

.................................................................................................... Handicap Access 1 2 ....................................................................................................... Roofing Material 13

........................................... Oceanfront, lntra Coastal and Young Circle Frontages 13 ...................................................................................................................... Offices 14

Retail and Storefronts ......................................................................................... 14 ........................................................................................................ Satellite Dishes 15

Service Stations .................................................................................................. 16 ................................................................................................................... W~ndows 16

CRIME PREVENTION ................................................................................................... 18 FENCES ........................................................................................................................ 19

............................................................................. Temporary Construction Fences -19 Perimeter Fences and Walls .................................................................................... 19

...................................................................................................................... LIGHTING 21 ................................................................................................................. LANDSCAPE 22

.............................................................................................................. PAINT COLOR 23 PARKING FACILITIES .................................................................................................. 24 REHABILITATION OF BUILDINGS ............................................................................... 25 SHUTTERSISECURITY GRILLES ................................................................................ 26

Hurricane and Security - Non-residential Property ................................................... 26 Hurricane and Security - Residential Property ......................................................... 26

SIDEWALK CAFES ....................................................................................................... 28 ........................................................................................................................... SIGNS 29

WINDOW DISPLAYS: MERCHANDISE IN WINDOWS ................................................ 32 BROADWALK DESIGN GUIDELINES .......................................................................... 33 COMMLINITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA DESIGN REVIEW GUIDELINES ................ 34

..................................................................................................... Building Materials 34 ......................................................................................................................... Color 34

Storefront Design .................................................................................................... -35 Vacated Buildings .................................................................................................... 36

NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIFIC DESIGN REVIEW CRITERIA ........................................ 38

INTRODUCTION

The following Design Review guidelines represent the suggested approaches to various design situations. The Guidelines are supplemental to regulations listed in the City's Zoning and Land Development Code, Design Review guidelines contained in neighborhood plans. For buildings which are 48 years or older, the U.S. Secretary of Interior's "Studs for Rehabilitation" will be used in addition to these guidelines.

The Guidelines are used by staff and the Design Review Board in evaluating the appropriateness of architectural plans. The Guidelines should be read in their entirety as in most cases multiple sections apply to individual design situations.

Design Review Criteria. Design Review encompasses the examination of architectural drawings for consistency with the General Criteria (division 1. below) and any other Neighborhood Specific Design Review Criteria (division 2. below) that is approved by the Board with regard to the aesthetics, appearances, safety, and function of the structure in relation to the site, adjacent structures and surrounding community.

The Board and the Community Planning Director reviews plans based upon the criteria listed in this document, the below General Criteria and any other Neighborhood Specific Design Review Criteria that is approved by the Board. If the Board and the Director determine that an application is not consistent with the criteria, the basis for this finding will be set forth in writing.

The following is a listing of the General Criteria:

1. The proposed structure indicates sensitivity to and is compatible with the environment and adjacent structures, and enhance the appearance of the surrounding properties.

2. The design and layout of buildings shall be reviewed so as to provide an efficient arrangement of land uses. Particular attention shall be given to safety, crime prevention, and relationship to the surrounding neighborhood, impact on contiguous and adjacent buildings and lands, pedestrian sight lines and view corridors.

3. Pedestrian and vehicular traffic movement within and adjacent to the site shall be reviewed to ensure that all parking spaces are usable and are safely and conveniently arranged. Access to the site from adjacent roads shall be designed so as to interfere as little as possible with traffic flow on these roads and to permit vehicles a rapid and safe ingress and egress to the site.

4. Lighting shall be reviewed to ensure safe movement of persons and vehicles and. reflection on public property for security purposes and to minimize glare and reflection on adjacent properties.

5. Landscape and paving materials shall be reviewed to ensure an adequate relationship with and enhancement of the overall Site Plan Design.

6. Buffering materials shall be reviewed to ensure that headlights of vehicles, noise, and light from structures are adequately shielded from public view and pedestrian areas.

7. The overall project shall be reviewed for compliance with the City's Comprehensive Plan or Neighborhood Plans that apply to or affect the subject property.

8. The design will be reviewed to reduce crime and fear of crime through the use of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design Guidelines and Strategies.

AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT

Every effort should be made to place air-conditioning units to the rear of the building or mounted on the roof (screened from the street). Air-conditioning units should be located to avoid leaking of condensation over entry doors, display windows and walls or on the sidewalk as this situation results in an unprofessional, unattractive appearance to the individual store and the street as a whole.

1. Broadwalk Area and the Community Redevelopment Area Commercial Districts: a. Central air conditioning is recommended throughout the entire building. b. Air conditioning equipment which is flush-mounted with a wall (maximum 1 4"

projection) which faces an interior with an existing building or rear lot line is permitted, provided it cannot be seen from the street and building and all grilles are selected or painted to match the building.

c. For those buildings, which abut a vacant lot, Board approval for flush mounted units shall be required.

d. No air conditioning equipment is permitted on elevations that face a public street or on portions of elevations which have significant architectural features.

e. Window a/c units are discouraged throughout the building. f. All air conditior~ing equipment located on the roof shall not be visible from the

street. g. For those structures where wall air conditior~ing units were original to the

building, the replacement of said units, with flush mounted units, may be left as an option to the property owner, although conversion to central air conditioning is still recommended. Said replacement of wall units, where possible, should also include internal condensation drains. Historic records documenting the originality of wall units shall be required if the owner opts to retain them.

2. Other areas: Same regulations as listed above for new construction and rehabilitation.

3. Equipment mounted on the roof should be located in an area that screens it from views at street level. Large equipment should be screened or be enclosed with an architectural treatment that is compatible with the design of the building.

4. All air conditioning equipment should be visually concealed to the upper most height of the equipment.

AWNINGS AND CANOPIES

Overhead protection from rain and sun should be provided for pedestrians. In commercial districts, awnings most often provide this protection. Awnings also have an in-pact on the appearance of the storefront and building and tend to bring pedestrians closer to shop windows and entrances.

1. Buildingtstorefronts should have awnings or other means to provide pedestrians with suntrain protection unless physically unsuited.

2. Awnings should have a consistent height and depth to form a continuous canopy along the sidewalk. If the formation of a continuous row covers or impedes architectural features and embellishments, recesses or openings maybe necessary.

3. Variation in awning shape, for reason of compatibility with architectural form or detailing, is acceptable as long as the awning can be integrated with the standard awnings on either side. The vertical and horizontal dimensions of awnings on adjoining facades and the horizontal continuity of adjoining awnings should be coordinated.

4. In the case of a building containing multiple storefronts, it is preferable to have one continuous awning the full length of the building. This will not detract from the individual character of each storefront and will result in a more attractive overall building. In some instances (when the architectural features of the building differentiate separate stores) it may be preferable for individual stores or windows to have their own awning; however, all awnings on the building shall have the same form, fabric and color.

5. High gloss vinyl (plastic) awnings and awnings with horizontal ribbing are discouraged for projects east of 1-95.

6. Backlite awnings in the Broadwalk area (Simms to Georgia, Ocean to lntra Coastal), along AIA and in the Community Redevelopment Area are strongly discouraged. These awnings, because of their high visibility, become an attention-getting device -such as a sign, rather than a means to provide comfort and protection for the pedestrian. Such awnings overwhelm the appearance of the buildings they are located on, detracting from architectural qualities. Awnings which incorporate subtle down lighting in a manner which creates a discreet peripheral washing of the awning may be appropriate in some instances.

7. Fabric awningslcanopies can be painted to match the existing color. This allows greater flexibility in building appearance, improves faded or patched awnings, and increases the life span of the fabric.

8. The awninglcanopy support structure is highly visible and should be maintained at the same high level as other components of the building. Rustinglpeeling support structures should be cleaned and repainted. Rotted or broken supports should be replaced. If a new Awninglcanopy support system is to be added, simple pipe systems are preferred over decorative ones. Faded and dirty awnings should be cleaned or replaced. Poles connected to the building underneath the awning should s~~pport awnings. Awnings needing vertical support columns are generally discouraged.

9. Solid color or broad striped fabric patterns are preferred. Multi-colored, flowered, or other patterns are discouraged.

10.The awnings on corner buildings should continue around the corner for compatibility with building form and pedestrian patterns, wherever possible.

11 .Awnings may extend over a public sidewalk if the building presents a substantially flush facade on the sidewalk. It may not be appropriate to attach awnings to buildings which have a porch or terrace (with or without roof) fronting on the sidewalk. The awning sho~~ld not extend over sidewalks, which are 5 ft. or less. In all cases awnings should be compatible with the design of the buildings. Awnings proposed for installation on buildings with front porches are reviewed with particular consideration given to the relationship of the proposed awning to the street, the mass and scale, height of the porch and the proposed awning and the existing setback of the structure. The maximum distance for projection over the sidewalk of an awning in the Comm~inity Redevelopment Area is 3 to 6 ft. depending on the shape of the awning and whether or not it is retractable.

12.Awnings should reflect the shape of the window or door they cover. Awnings should be continuous or repeated and should be placed over all windows and doors of a building. The shape and mounting height on the building should be coordinated with those on adjacent buildings.

13.Awningslcanopies placed on historic buildings should be similar in form to the original type. Contemporary domed or "waterfall" shape awnings may not be appropriate.

14. Signs on awningslcanopies should be consistent with the Sign Criteria.

15.The size of awnings should be proportional to the scale of a building and the surrounding streetscape.

16.Metal awnings are generally discouraged; but when appropriate, should be contemporary in design. They are subject to the same restrictions and guidelines as other awning materials. Iri the Community Redevelopment Area, metal awnings and marquees including brut not limited to aluminum are not recommended.

17.All awnings should incorporate straight valances; scalloped awnings may be appropriate in some instances, depending on the architecture of the building and the type and shape of awning used.

18.Awnings should not be used where there is an existing projecting concrete sunscreen, except that a vertical awning valance may be sanded below the sunscreen with a clear height of 7.5 ft. above the sidewalk. Signage on the vertical awnings should be consistent with the Zoning and Land Development Code.

19.The color of awnings should be coordinated with the colors used for building facades, trim, and signage. In no event should "Day-glo" colors be used for awnings.

BALCONY ENCLOSURES

This section refers to the enclosure of a cantilever balcony (a balcony that projects from a building open to the air on at least two sides, with or without screenings on a residential building or building originally designed for residential use. The enclosure of balconies are generally discouraged because:

1. It substantially alters the building design.

2. Balconies were not originally designed to meet the requirements of interior space and their enclosure may result in serious structural and/or water damage.

The Design Review Board will consider cantilever balcony enclosures if all the following conditions are met:

1. There are existing balcony enclosures on the building elevation in question.

2. The application is approved by the building owner and/or condominium association and includes the enclosure of all balconies on the elevation in question. Applications for individual balcony enclosures should not me considered. The Board will evaluate the impact of the enclosures of the overall building design; therefore, matching enclosures are recommended. Applications include full building elevations.

3. Applications should include structural data indicating load capacity and construction details.

4. Applications should address life safety systems.

5. Applications should include roof and water run-off construction details.

6. Applications should demonstrate that the redesigned unit meets the light and ventilation requirements of the Building Code.

7. All requests for balcony enclosures require full Design Review Board approval and- may not be approved administratively.

If the above conditions are met, the following guidelines will be used to evaluate projects:

1. The original architectural rhythm and pattern of the elevation is maintained or enhanced

2. All finishes on the enclosure should match those of existing visible walls, windows, etc.

3. All enclosures should be consistent in design, except if a specific pattern which requires certain differences in enclosures is desired.

COLORED FLUORESCENT CATHODE TUBING (NEON)

I. The use of colored florescent tubing as a method to accent architectural details is recommended; however, the cumulative effect of neon should not overpower the architecture of the building or be used in a manner which gives the impression that an architectural feature exists when in fact it does not. The brightness of the neon should be considered in evaluating this criteria.

2. Neon, which is used to border windows or create a false sense of architecture is discouraged.

3. See SIGN section when neon is used as an advertising device.

CONSTRUCTION

General Guidelines

The relationship between entrances, windows, upper stories and building cornices is important. Alterations can disturb the symmetry of design, clarity of entrance, and appearance of the total building. As such, construction plans should address the following.

New Construction

1. Buildings should have a recognizable entrance facing the public street. This entrance should be visible to pedestrians even if vehicular entrances are located elsewhere and include some type of entrance mound.

2. All projects should consider the overall form, pattern and detail of the building. Exact replications of Historic Buildings are strongly discouraged. Buildings without ornamentation or fenestration are not recommended.

3. New structures should be compatible with any neighborhood or redevelopment plan and should not attempt to replicate past architectural styles and vernaculars. Interpretations of these design elements are recommended.

4. Design and location of balconies should reinforce the building form.

Rehabilitation and Additions

The utilization of archival data is paramount to the success of any rehabilitation and/or restoration of an existing structure. The City's Building Division has microfilm records on a number of properties in the City. For those properties which microfilm data is not available, it is suggested that historic photographs or postcards be researched. These photographs maybe obtained from the Hollywood Historical Society or the Broward County Historical Society. In the absence of microfilm or postcards or other documentation, the architectural solution should consider the approximate date the building was constructed and the design solutions that were prevalent at that time.

1. Rehabilitation of historic structures should promote a retention of the building's original appearance, depending on the condition of the building and past alterations, as well as the availability of archival- data. For buildings, which have been somewhat, altered over time, rehabilitation should be based on the building's original appearance, if documentation is available. If documentation is not available, the design should be consistent with the architectural character of the building.

2. For buildings which have been altered over time to such an extent that few, if any, of the design features which contributed to its historical status remain the rehabilitation should incorporate either an overall contemporary appearance consistent with

community design standards, with minor abstractions from the previous design or a restoration to it's original appearance based on historic documentation.

3. Ground level alterations and additions in the front andlor street sides are not recommended. Minor alterations on these elevations may be possible depending on their sensitivity to the original design and the extent of the alterations. Adjustments in fenestration, door and balcony openings are strongly discouraged, particularly on buildings originally designed as residential structures. (See #5 below)

4. For structures which endeavor an adaptive re-use to a restaurant and/or retail storefront, the storefront the following should apply.

a. The architectural integrity of the building should be maintained. Alterations and modifications should be confined to awnings, paint schemes and signage.

5. Remove building sidings and other additions such as brick planters, electrical and plumbing fixtures and jalousie windows and porch enclosures to use and restore original architectural elements and fenestration patterns, if possible.

6. The removal of non-historic railings with excessive iron and concrete and their replacement with simplified decorative wrought iron and pipe rails is recommended.

7. On storefronts, restoration of cornices, knee walls and other architectural features is recommended

8. Barrel or concrete tile roofs sued only be replaced- with similar roofing materials.

9. Gutters and downspouts should either be concealed within the structure or painted to match the building unless they were originally designed for the exterior of the building. Pre-finished materials should not be painted.

10.Pipes located in the garage portion of the building should be concealed from view from the right of way

11 .All alterations perform in order to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should be in a manner which has a limited impact on the overall and structural integrity of the building. Individuals are strongly recommended a to work with City staff in order to address this issue and come up with creative solutions.

12.All alleyways abutting a building or property are recommended to be rehabilitated, particularly when the alley will be a primary point of ingress and egress. Improvements may include, but are not required to be; trash enclosures, paving overlay, repair of all potholes and cracks, and in some instances the utilization of landscaping.

Building Surface Materials

The surface of a building is a key factor in its a appearance and relationship to adjacent buildings. In cornmercial hotel areas, building surfaces are often altered, sometimes more than once to update a building's appearance. These updated materials have included aluminum or wood siding, ceramic tile, and stonelbrick veneers, which conceal the original facades. These surfaces rarely are successful over time, making the building appear more dated when it was before.

1. Remove non-original facades, metal and wood siding, and veneers. Restore original building surface i f possible.

2. The surfaces of multiple storefronts within a larger building should be consistent from storefront to storefront. Individuality will be apparent through window displays and signs.

3. New construction should utilize surface materials compatible with the South Florida region including stucco, tile, clear glass, oolitic limestone, etc. As such, the use of fieldstone, metal or plastic surfaces are not recommended.

4. Even though it may not be original to the building, placing stone, marble, ceramic tile or other impervious material on stucco bulkheads is recommended to reduce maintenance and improve the appearance of the buildings. Tile should be simple in design to be compatible with the building design. Small squares, multicolored and patterned tile are discouraged. Tile should not be used to cover vitrolite, keystone, marble, or other historic material.

5. With regard to historic buildings, buildings in the Broadwalk area (Sherman to Georgia, Ocean to the lntra Coastal) and properties in the Community Redevelopment Area, the following should apply in reference to the retention and restoration of original surface materials

A. If the original exterior building material remains, it should be retained and restored; or,

B. If the original exterior building material is not present but is available in the public records or through research, it should be restored; or,

C. If the original exterior building material is not known, a new treatment consistent with materials common to the periodlbuilding style should be considered.

D. For Streamline' Modern or Art Deco Building, smooth stucco walls with incremental stepping and curvilinear eyebrows are appropl-iate.

E. For Mediterranean Revival Buildings, rough, or in some cases, smooth stucco walls are appropriate.

6. Glass roof enclosures that are visible from a street or alley are discouraged for historic buildings and those located between the Broadwalk and Ocean Drive and in the Community Redevelopment Area.

Building Location and Scale

1. Additions to the front or street sides of historic buildings are generally discouraged. Additions to sides of non-historic buildings are recommended to conform or relate to the setbacks of the abutting properties.

2. Building Heights for additions and new construction are recommended to relate to the height of abutting buildings.

3. Building footprints should take into account pedestrian and vehicular circulation. This includes unencumbered pedestrian access to all public spaces. Over building of lots is strongly discouraged.

4. New construction should differentiate itself from neighboring buildings in terms of architectural style while the scale, rhythm, height and setbacks, as well as the location of windows, doors and balconies bear some relationship to neighboring buildings and maintain some resemblance of compatibility.

5. Differentiation's between officelcommercial and residential entrances in mixed-use buildings are strongly recommended.

Garbage Rooms and Trash Receptacles

The following guidelines apply to projects in the Community Redevelopment Area and between the lntra Coastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean.

I. When associated with a restaurant andlor drag use, trash and garbage facilities are recommended to be within an enclosed, air-conditioned room. Every effort should be made to provide air-conditioned garbage rooms for new construction or when buildings are being substantially rehabilitated.

2. When located outside of the building, the facilities are recommended to be enclosed within CBS opaque structure. The structure (including gates) should be painted to match the building.

Handicap Access

The provision of handicap access and amenities is a requirement of the American Disabilities Act. As such, construction projects must comply with the design requirements of the Act. Accessibility often is provided through ramps; however, there

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are alternative locations and designs that insure that the intent of the act is satisfied and that the design solution is well integrated into the overall architectural style of the building as opposed to structure that appears to be "tacked on" to the main building.

Roofing Material

For existing historic buildings, Broadwalk area (Sherman to Georgia, Ocean to lntra Coastal) and Community Redevelopment Area the roofing material original (as best as can be determined) to the building should be retained or replaced.

For buildings not addressed above, the following should apply:

1. All existing Mediterranean revival buildings should use a flat or barrel tile roof.

2. For multi-family and commercial structures which utilize standing seam metal roofs, the following is suggested:

A. The design of metal roofs should relate to and enhance the architectural style of the building.

B. The material and design of metal roofs should be sympathetic to adjacent buildings.

C. Stainless steel or permanently colored metal is more desirable than metal, which is intended to be painted.

Oceanfront, lntra Coastal and Young Circle Frontages

1. Sites containing two or more buildings should provide view, light or breeze corridors.

2. Building pedestal should not form a continuous sheer wall. Decorative surfaces, multi-level decks, berming and sufficient setbacks should reduce the impact of the pedestal.

3. Because of greater viewing distances and the high visibility, it is particularly important that buildings be designed with a distinctive form. Stepped form and distinctive rooflines create a more interesting skyline and increase building recognition.

4. Pool decks should include landscaping to provide shade and tropical image.

5. All oceanfront project s which are adjacent to the dune or the landscape pan should include the following (Applicants should obtain a copy of the City' s Landscape Manual):

A. Utilize nativeladaptive oceanfront species B. Retain the beach character.

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Offices

The follow guidelines refer to office buildings in commercial districts (C-1 through C- 5).

1. The ground level portions of office buildings fronting on a street, which contain storefronts: the design of storefronts should conform to the retail storefront section of these guidelines. When the ground floor contains offices, glazing should be maximized.

2. Commercial uses in ground floor space are recommended.

3. Reflectivelmirrored glass is not recommended east of 1-95. All applications using reflectivelmirrored glass must be reviewed by the Board.

4. Buildings should not have unfinished surfaces visible to the public.

Retail and Storefronts

1. Retail construction should include a strong pedestrian connection to existinglproposed sidewalks. These pedestrian connections should be located to continue existing pedestrian patterns.

2. Broadwalk Area (Simms to Georgia, Ocean to lntra Coastal), Hollywood Blvd. from I - 9 5 to 17th Avenue and the commercial districts in the Community Redevelopment Area off-street parking should occur behind the retail construction, allowing stores to completely front on the sidewalk. (See Parking guidelines for additional guidelines ) For other areas of the City, parking may be provided in a mariner that relates to the siting of the building.

3. The face of new retail construction should be aligned with existing, neighboring buildings. Allowances for court, recessed entrances, etc. may be made.

4. New retail construction should comply with all other guidelines including parking,, awnings, surface material, etc.

5. For properties with existing or proposed retail storefronts, the following apply:

A. Retail construction containing multiple storefronts should have a consistent sign program including type, size and location of signs throughout the development. Knee walls are recommended for new construction and are required for rehabilitation projects for those properties that originally included this feature.

B. New retail construction should include a substantial percentage of its street frontage in shop windows. The height of a knee wall, if provided, should be

based upon the nature of the use and importance of screening and securing merchandise such as drugs, hazardous materials, etc.

C. Rehabilitation of existing storefronts sho~lld include restoration and replacement of original architectural features, including the knee wall.

D. Pedestrian entrances should be easily recognizable in new retail construction.

E. All storefronts within a building should be uniform and be contained within structural bays or the lintel of the building.

F. All storefronts should be defined and separated by uniform horizontal lintels, vertical piers and knee walls.

G. Storefront design, relief features and decorative treatments should complement adjacent storefronts and relate to the detailing of entire building or block.

H. Individual storefront windows within a large building should not be filled in with a detailed architectural solution.

I. Signage for storefronts should be uniform according to type (e.g. channel letter) but not necessarily style or color. The design of all signs should be respectful, compatible and complimentary to the building's architecture. The size of any sign should be proportionate to the storefront. Please refer to the sign section of these guidelines for specific sign types.

J. Sliding glass doors are not permitted, either as the exterior wall or entrancelexit door.

Satellite Dishes

I. Satellite Dishes should be mounted where least visible to the general public. If mounted, dishes should be located in courts or in the rear or interior side yards. Where feasible, they should be densely screened with landscape. If roof mounted, the dish should be as close to the middle of the roof as possible, or a parapet should be installed to screen the view of the dish, if necessary, whenever possible.

2. The color of the dish sho~~ld match the color of the building otherwise black or white- coated dishes are recommended.

3. Ground mounted dishes should be screened to the top of the dish at its maximum projection.

Service Stations

Service Stations often have a negative impact on commercial streets. These businesses are needed in the commercial district and should be expected to contribute to the improved appearance of the street. Newer stations have been designed with landscape buffers and greater attention to build materials. However, service stations have had a tendency toward excessive, large paved areas, multiple sings and large numbers of automobiles stored on the property forming unscreened, ill-placed parking lots.

1. Service stations should only have those signs necessary to identify themselves to the motorist and gasoline price signs required by law. Multiple signs facing the same direction or visible to the same circulation route are discouraged. Advertising signs for specific products are not permitted

2. Service stations should provide landscape islands, buffers, and screens to improve the appearance of the station on the street;

3. Only those automobiles being serviced should remain on site. These should be screened as would any parking lot;

4. Service stations should follow the same design guidelines as other business establishments.

5. The entire property where a service station exists should have all parking spaces and driveways defined by continuous concrete curbing and landscaping in order to prevent the excess parking of cars. All areas not used as driveways or bona-fide parking spaces should be landscaped.

Windows

1. Windows (office or storefront) are among the most important elements in establishing an active, successful commercial district. Existing windows in historic buildings should not be eliminated or decreased in size which were made smaller in, size or eliminated should be replaced.

2. For window replacement in non-historic buildings, the following should apply:

A. Window replacement in existing buildings is recommend to replicate original window patterns and finishes.

6. Jalousie windows may be replaced with more efficient and secure window types.

C. If replacements for casement windows are not available or would result in economic hardship, awning windows with the same mullion pattern may be substituted.

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D. Minimal tinting to meet energy codes or other regulatory requirements may be acceptable if compatible with the architectural character of the building.

3. For window replacement in a historic building or in the Community Redevelopment Area, the following should apply:

A. Microfilm (located in the Building Division) of the subject building or post cards are helpful in determining the original pattern and finish.

B. Window replacement in existing buildings should replicate original window patterns and ,finishes.

C. If original to the building, jalousie windows may be retained or replaced with new jalousie at the discretion of the property owner. If a different type of replacement wind6w is desired, it should be simple in design and be either horizontal awning or, in the case of exterior hallways and balconies, 111 single-hung or sliding Colonial style and other similar replacement windows are discouraged.

D. If replacements for casement windows would result in economic hardship; awning windows with the same mullion pattern may be substituted.

E. Dark or reflective tinting and reflective coatings are discouraged in any local or National Register historic site or district.

4. The blocking up of windows or reducinglenlarging windows are not recommended however, when the use or floor plan dictates that this must occur, reveals with the inside block painted and mows placed in the reveal space is recommended. This will maintain the appearance of a uniform window patter~i.

5. Retail or office establishments, which are located on corners, are recommended to place windows on each wall that faces a street, parking area or driveway.

6. Windows in alleys may be blocked up with glass block, a reveal provided or other architectural solution that results in fenestration or ornamentation (Designers should consult South Florida Building Code for ventilation and light requirement).

7. Security grills are recommended to be placed in the interior and painted to match the building.

CRIME PREVENTION

The U. S. Government "Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Program" (CPTED) incorporates architectural solutions to reduce the opportunity of crime. Elimination of recessed entryways, provision of adequate lighting and proper design of spaces will reduce the possibility of criminal activity.

1. Building mounted lighting should be installed on alley frontage and side. This is particularly recommended at serviceldelivery entrances.

2. Windows in the alleys or sides provide the appearance of natural surveillance and may discourage break-ins. Such windows should not be blocked up.

3. See through fenceslgates of metal pickets should be located to discourage uncontrolled access to serviceldelivery areas.

4. Hiding places and blind corners should be eliminated from sitelbuilding, where possible.

5. See Hurricane and Security Shutters for further guidelines in Crime Prevention.

6. The concept of natural surveillance, visibility by the public (shoppers, pedestrians, motorists, andlor personnel) should be incorporated into the design where possible.

7. Landscaping should be designed to discourage crime. Tree heightslspread should allow sufficient visibility, not completely block views of /from doors and windows, shrubs should not be planted where they may become hiding places.

8. Fences within the downtown Community Redevelopment Area should be set back from the front property line to allow for a traditional landscape barrier. Fences should be largely transparent low fenceslwalls are preferred.

FENCES

Temporary Construction Fences

Chain-link fences are recommended when vinyl coated. Construction walls/fences are recommended to contain artwork and graphics as approved by the Design Review Board. Commercial advertisements are prohibited. Names of architects, contractors, institutions, etc. are permitted if consistent with the Zoning Code.

Perimeter Fences and Walls

Within the downtown CRA, lntra Coastal to the Ocean from Sherman Street to Georgia Street and for historic buildings, the following should apply:

A. If proposed, however, it is recommended to be composed of wrol~ght iron or aluminum. Simple designs consistent with the architecture of the period are recommended.

B. CBS /stucco walls should incorporate decorative treatments such as but not limited to quoining, caps or scoring.

C. Acceptable paint on wrought iron or aluminum fencing includes white, black or matched to the color of the building.

D. Fences should be set back from the front property line to allow for a traditional landscape barrier and be largely transparent. Low fences/walls are preferred.

E. Wood fences are required to have the structural side face the interior of the property. Wood fences that face a street are to be painted.

F. Height of the wall facing a street should not exceed 6 ft. above sidewalk elevation or the crown of the road.

In other areas of the City, the following should apply:

A. Wood fences are required to have the structural side face the interior of the property.

B. Wood fences should be painted to match the building and all chain link fences should be vinyl coated. Metal slats in chain link fences are not generally recommended; but may be used to conceal unsightly conditions. Slats are not recommended when the fence is parallel to a street but may be permitted along an alley. 'The slats should be "locked" onto the fence.*

C. Fences may be composed of any material, which is consistent with the Zoning ordinance.

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D. Criteria b-f (see CRA, lntra Coastal) also applies citywide.

*Clarified at January 4, 1995 meeting.

LIGHTING

Proper lighting can be one of the most powerful methods of establishing a business image with the public during evening hours. Even if a store is closed during the evening, lighting of the building, signs, and windows is an effective marketing tool.

Lighting is also important in residential projects. It increases visibility of recreation facilities, enhances the views for residents and improves security and safety.

1. Within a typical storefront, those elements, which need illumination, include signs, entrances window displays and the interior. The levels of illumination for each of these areas should be varied. It is unnecessary to provide intense, glaring illumination to attract attention to the storefront. In some cases lighting levels lower than adjacent businesses, but with carefully placed highlights, are more dramatic and attention getting. In residential projects, light levels should clearly denote entrances, high security areas, walkways and other circulation systems.

2. Lighting should not be so intense as to draw more attention than the objects it illuminates. Lighting should not be used as a method to make a building stand out, or used as an attention getting device. Therefore, indirect hidden spotlights are usually most effective.

3. In addition to signs and merchandise it is often desirable to light the structure itself. Many buildings posses attractive and unique architectural details which should be enhanced with discreet architectural/decorative lighting.

4. The first story interiors of commercial buildings should be illuminated in the evening to midnight even if they contain only storage or vacant space.

5. Backlighting of translucent awnings are discouraged.

6. Alleys and rearlside delivery areas should have lighting, which remains on all evening hours.

7. Lighting on buildings and in lots should be white light. Sodium vapor, metal halide or- quartz halogens are not recommended.

8. Decorative lighting of landscape, landscape features, pool decks and recreation areas are recommended.

9. All parking areas should have sufficient lighting to provide a safe and functional environment.

10. Light fixtures in parking lots should have a maximum height in proportion to the size of the parking lot.

1 1. Exposed bulbs are not recommended.

12. See Section on Neon for design guidelines.

LANDSCAPE

Designers should review the City's Landscape Manual for a more detailed listing of guidelines. The following provides general guidelines.

The creation of landscape areas within a property is strongly recommended. Besides being an asset to the environment and providing shade, landscape can help articulate a property as well as enhance the architecture of a building.

N t h regard to landscape designs for new construction and existing buildings, the following should apply:

1. Landscape plan must be drawn, signed and sealed by a Florida, Registered Landscape Architect or as prescribed by Florida Statutes.

2. A landscape plan should reflect and enhance a building's architecture, but not overpower it.

3. Blank walls and other unattractive areas of a site or building should be heavily screened with landscaping. This may or may not include the use of decorative latticework.

4. Large parking areas and driveways should be heavily landscaped along the perimeter and with interior and terminal islands.

5. All landscape plans should reflect 100% property wide irrigation.

PAINT COLOR

The color of a storefront and/or building helps to establish a mood or feeling about the business or residence. It also reinforces both the individuality of the building and its relationship to its block, area and City. Buildings painted in pastel colors creates a tropical image as well as a lively, carefree feeling which is consistent with a resort city; however, it is not necessarily appropriate to all architectural styles or to the desired image of all businesses.

The following guidelines refer to multiple family and commercial buildings. There should be one primary paint color, which covers at least 75% of the surfaces of a building that can be painted. The Community Planning Division maintains a color chart. Selected colors should match or be lighter in shade than any other color on the color chart. Pastel and other light colors are recommended. Applicants should study the color chart, which has been adopted by the Board. Colors, which are not represented on the color chart, may be utilized only for purposes of emphasizing architectural elements of a structure or as trim.

The color chart utilizes PMS Chart as the basis of determining specific range of colors. Designers should contact staff (954-921-3471) for further information. The following guidelines will be used by staff in reviewing paint selections. Staff may only approve color plans, which are consistent with the Color Chart and the below criteria. The Board shall only consider those color plans, which are not consistent with the Color Chart and criteria.

1. Paint color should be used to highlight architectural forms and details, but not to create them. Architectural murals and other trompe I'oeil may be appropriate for a particular building and will be considered on a case by case basis.

2. The color relationship between adjacent buildings should be compatible (not necessarily identical).

3. When a commercial building contains more than one storefront, the building should have integrity of color. It should not be subdivided to reflect the storefronts.

4. Pastel colors are recommended. Dark tones as well as glaring bright colors should be avoided.

5. Stone or tile surfaces should not be painted. Choice of paint color on adjacent stucco surfaces should be chosen for compatibility with the stoneltile color. Where stone or tile surfaces have been painted, they should be carefully stripped, using water pressure/chemical methods, and re-sealed.

6. The use of luminescent colors or those associated with a style that is characterized as "Memphis" can only be approved by the Design Review Board.

PARKING FACILITIES

For at-grade parking lots, the following should apply:

1. Landscape plans should meet the minimum standards of Section 9 of the Zoning and Land Development Code. It is strongly recommended to have a landscape plan for parking area drawn, signed and sealed by a Florida Registered Landscape Architect.

2. With the exception of temporary parking lots the landscaped areas of an at-grade parking lot at the entrances and terminal islands should be defined with a six (6) inch "type D" curb.

3. Parking lots associated with commercial uses are recommended to be located on the side or rear of the main building when such properties are located on streets that have a strong pedestrian orientation.

4. Parking, where appropriate, are recommended to use the alley as a means of entrance and exit

5. The closing of existing curb cuts is recorded. The construction of new curb cuts is generally discouraged (Requires approval by City Engineer).

For parking garages and structures (as a primary use) the following should apply:

1. The ground floor of parking structures should contain commercial uses with storefronts and architectural detailing so as not to appear as a garage on elevations that face a street. The placement of commercial uses must receive zoning approval.

2. The multiple levels of parking structures should be parallel to grade on parking and waterfront elevations.

3. The primary elevations of parking structures should be designed to be compatible with neighboring buildings.

4. Stairways and elevators, as the most commonly vandalized areas of garages, should be glass enclosed or open, clearly visible to the streetlother populated areas.

5. Ramps, stairwells and other portion of a garage should be buffered with the use of decorative grilles or screens.

6. Parking garages are recommended to be located on sites, which have non-historic or blighted buildings.

REHABILITATION OF BUILDINGS

1. Existing buildings should be treated in a manner consistent with their period of construction. Rehabilitation of character defining architectural elements and publiclsemipublic interiors sho~~ ld be maintained, or restored if necessary, as originally designed. An allowance for contemporary materials to replace deteriorated original materials, if necessary may be considered if the new material closely resembles the original.

2. Existing buildings should not be made to appear older (more historic) or newer than they are. Each building should be treated as a product of its own time. Additions to existing buildings should be compatible but contemporary.

3. New construction should be compatible in scale, setback and orientation with existing buildings but should be contemporary in design.

4. Buildings should be well integrated with adjacent public sidewalks. Building entrances should be visible and accessible to pedestrians.

5. Semi-public areas such as lobbies, restaurants, cafes, etc. should be oriented to adjacent sidewalks andlor waterways.

6. Properties, which include water frontage, should landscape and maintain the frontage as part of any rehabilitation or new construction project.

7. New construction, if taller than neighboring buildings, should take into consideration the scale of neighboring properties. Whenever possible, it should be setback to reduce visibility from the street.

8. If outdoor music is part of a project, the area in which the music is intended to be heard should be designed in a manner to contain the music as best as possible on site. All outdoor music must meet the noise limits set forth in the City Code and Zoning Ordinance.

SHUTTERSISECURITY GRILLES

Hurricane and Security - Non-Residential Property

1. Roll-up or accordion shutters are permitted on the ground floor fronting a public street when constructed of a see through, non-solid grate material. The casing for the grilles should be painted to match the building and should not age or obscure architectural, historic or decorative material.

2. Roll-up or accordion shutters of a solid nature, meeting hurricane protection requirements may be installed on upper floors if all windows are included and the same shutter is used on all windows. These shutters may also be used on ground floor windows, which do not front upon a PI-~blic street.

3. Only removable shutters with removable tracks are permitted on the ground floor of non-residential buildings (or commercial or office uses with a residential building) on those elevations fronting on a public street.

4. Security bars are not recommended but may be installed on the inside of windows and painted to match the mullion pattern and surrounds.

5. Plans for new construction should incorporate shutters into the design of the project.

Hurricane and Security - Residential Property

1. Roll-up or accordion shutters should match window size exactly. The same type shutter should be used throughout the building.

2. No part of the shutter, storage box, track or associated hardware should age or obscure architectural, historical or decorative material.

3. In cases of small residential buildings, single family homes or commercial uses in residential buildings, an awning is recommended to screen the view of the storage box or roll-up shutters.

4. If installed in a multi-family building, the building owner or condominium association should approve the application. Only one type of shutter should be approved per building.

5. Roll-up or accordion shutters on balconies should be installed abutting the building wall, not balcony railings. Shutters should not be used to enclose balconies.

6. All shutter tracks and storage boxes should be painted to match the building color.

7. For security uses, basement windows and/or other below grade openings may be blocked with glass blocks. This may not be permitted if it would require removal of an existing historic material (to be determined on a case-by-case basis).

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8. Security bars are not recommended but may only be installed on the inside of windows. Bars must meet buildinglfire safety requirements and painted to match the window mullion and surrounds.

SIDEWALK CAFES

Location of dining tables on the public right of way can have a positive effect on the character of the street and the individual businesses. Sidewalk cafes must be associated with an adjacent licensed restaurant and comply with all other Zoning Requirements.

1. Placement of tables, chairs and related equipment should be situated to insure that a minimum of five (5) feet (straight) pathway on the sidewalk is maintained at all times as an unobstructed pedestrian path.

2. Tables should not be located in front of another business without the written approval of that business.

3. Take-out windows are not recommended.

4. Food preparation should only occur in the enclosed restaurant.

5. The tables form sufficient advertisement, no additional signs for the sidewalk cafes are permitted. Signs on table umbrellas are not permitted. Sandwich board signs are not permitted. Decorative menu boards are permitted with the approval of the Design Review Board (See No. 9)

6. Sidewalk cafe furniture should be substantial enough not to blow over with normal winds.

7. All furniture should be stored inside the restaurant whenever the business is closed.

8. The Community Planning Division should approve all outdoor furniture and fixtures.

9. Beside tables and chairs, the only additional items located within the right-of-way may be movable potted plants and one (1) menu board not to exceed four (4) square feet. The menu board should be designed to occupy little space as possible and be compatible with the architectural style of the building.

10.All disposable table materials such as plates and napkins should be imprinted (stickers may be used) with the name of the cafe. This regulation is intended to control litter.

I 1 .Awnings associated with sidewalk cafes should comply with the guidelines in that section.

12.Sidewalk cafes should receive a Revocable Permit subject to the procedures established by the City.

13.Please refer to Chapter 124 of the Code of Ordinances for all applicable rules and regulations regarding sidewalk cafes.

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SIGNS*

Signs should provide the potential customer with specific information in a simple, straightforward and attractive manner. The City of Hollywood has determined that signs are intended to provide locational information rather than advertisement. Advertisement of services can cause visual competition that is distracting to the motorist and pedestrian and detracts from the purpose of the sign.

General Guidelines

1 . The design of the sign and materials used must be coordinated with the design of the building and neighboring tenants if the building has m~~ltiple bays.

2. Storefronts or facades must not be modified to provide for larger signage.

3. Existing architectural elements intended to frame or highlight signs must be utilized.

4. Signs must not obscure architectural features.

5. All signs must be completed in a craftsman-like manner and be consistent with the approved building permits in color and finish.

6. Sign colors must not be garish, electric or day-glow colors and must coordinate and contrast with the background colors of the building or mounting surface.

7. All signs located on the exterior of the building must be constructed of a durable material. Permitted temporary paper signs and menus must be located on the inside of the storefront glass.

8. Signs must be constructed of individual channel letters or neon and flush mounted to the building.

9. Background panels and raceways are prohibited unless approved by the Design Review Board.

10. Painted wall signs are prohibited unless approved by the Design Review Board. In the event these types of signs are sought, the following criteria applies:

Painted signs may only be applied directly to 'flat, solid stucco surfaces or other such existing smooth surfaces.

Painted signs may be illuminated if the fixture is discreet and compatible with the architecture of the building.

11. Box signs may be approved by the Design Review Board if the Sign is constructed as an integral part of the architectural design of the building or if the box sign has

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an irregular or geometric (not rectangular) shape and contains a logo and no text. If the box sign is located on a multiple tenant building, it must comply with the established sign program.

12. All electrical conduit and transformers must be obscured from view.

13. No portion of a sign is permitted to extend above the parapet of the building.

14. Where other options are available, signs cannot be located on a mansard roof.

Freestanding Signs

1. Exposed neon in or around the sign is prohibited.

2. The sign cannot have an exposed support pole.

3. The shape of the structure shall provide visual interest with a curvilinear shape, geometric design or logo at the top. The design of the sign shall be compatible with the architecture of the project

4. The name of the project and street address (or range of addresses) for the project must appear on the sign and be readable.

5. Box signs are prohibited. The construction of the sign must consist of either a stuccoed concrete block wall with applied channel letters or an opaque textured finish metal panel with "push through" or "die cut" letters. Only the letters may be internally illuminated. Letter color and font shall be the same allowed for each tenant on the building.

Sign Programs

Multiple tenant structures must establish sign programs. The program for signs on the building must be compatible with the architecture of the b~~ilding and address the following standards:

Type of sign and materials

In most instances, channel letters (illuminated or non-illuminated) are recommended. The type of sign and materials shall be uniform for all tenants in the project.

Location on building

The sign should be centered over the bay or entrance to the identified business and at the same vertical location as other signs on the building. Variations from this standard may occur where architectural features have been provided for

anchor tenants. The variations must be graphically depicted and submitted as part of the program.

Color of sides and trim

The sides and trim of channel letters must either match the face color, building color or be of a 1.1niform color through out the project.

Face color

Chosen colors should contrast but not clash with the base building color. A color and XX number must be listed in the program for face colors. If more than one face color is included in the program, then font and letter size shall be uniform for all tenants in the project.

Font type

A clear legible font type must be chosen. If a variety of font types are permitted, the face color and letter size shall be uniform for all tenants in the project.

Letter size

Letter size must be chosen to allow visibility from the .right-of-way while allowing for the full horizontal display of the sign without resorting to two lines of copy. If letter sizes are allowed to vary, then the face color and font type shall be uniform for all tenants in the project.

Sign programs must also address freestanding signs and comply with the above standards for freestanding signs.

*Amended at May 24,2001 meeting.

WINDOW DISPLAYS: MERCHANDISE WINDOWS

Window displays of merchandise (not including signs) are not subject to Design Review; however, one of the most important impressions a business makes on the pedestrian customer is with the window display. The methods in which merchandise is shown or, in some cases not shown, provides the customer with a mass of information and impressions about the store and its merchandise. The following information is provided for the applicant's consideration.

The purpose of a window display includes capturing the pedestrian customers' attention, establishing a positive and professional image for the business, informing the potential customer of the merchandise available in the store, and enticing them to make a purchase. The proper display of merchandise in a window sends a message to the potential customer that the merchandise is "first class" and was selected with care, that the customer's wants are being considered, and that the store is run in a professional manner.

1. The merchandise selected for window display is a sample of what can be found in the store. It is not necessary to display all available merchandise in the windows at one time.

2. Window displays help establish the customer's feeling for the store as well as the merchandise. The merchant should use color, background, props, and lighting that create the appropriate image, be it innovative progressive, traditional, conservative, sophisticated, etc.

3. Window displays should be changed frequently. Merchandise should be changed monthly. The overall display (background, props, lighting) can be used through several merchandise changes, but some modification should occur periodically. Displays, which remain unchanged are soon taken for granted and items become faded and dusty and stop attracting customers.

4. Signs in window displays should be consistent with Sign Criterion.

BROADWALK DESIGN GUIDELINES

The Design Review Board has determined that the guidelines contained in this document shall constitute the design criteria for the Broadwalk.

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA DESIGN REVIEW GUIDELINES

The following design review guidelines should be applied for the development or renovation of structures in the Community Redevelopment Area. Alterations and modifications include but are not limited to any chauges made to the exterior of a building including addition or the removal of a false fa~ade, partial total demolition, cleaning, stucco repair or restoration painting or repainting, glazing, signage and awnings. All buildings in the CCB-1 Zoning District should be required to maintain a pedestrian facade on Hollywood Boulevard. The below guidelines supplement those presented in this Manual.

Building Materials

1. Original building finishes should be retained. When a doubt exists as to the original material, stucco should be selected. False facades, materials, finishes overhangs etc. that have been added over time should be removed.

2. The introduction and use of veneer materials, particularly brick, flagstone, aluminum panels, and wood which are not compatible building materials to South Florida should be removed.

3. Existing architectural details or decorative stucco work should not be removed or covered over by veneer materials or signs.

4. Exterior stucco repair should match the original color and texture of the surrounding stucco.

5. Original facades should be re-used where they have been covered.

6. Contemporary interpretations of original building details should be used when original details have been lost. Postcards, microfilm or other historical data should be researched.

Color

The color selection for building pedestrian facade, trim and architectural details should consider the colors of other buildings in the block face. Additionally, other features of the facade, such as type and color of awnings should be coordinated with the basic color selected for the building.

1. Light colors should be used for the main body of the building, such as white, off -white, pale blue, pale pink, pale beige, pale yellow, pale green and pale violet. The primary color should be coordinated with that used for trim. Certain colors and tones are expressly prohibited from use as basic building colors. These include, but are not limited to black, brown, red or other dark colors and glossy finishes of any color.

2. Building trim and architectural details should be painted using a slightly lighter or darker tone of the main color of the body of the building.

3. If trim or architectural details are highlighted, a dark contrasting color to the main color is recorded.

4. Bright colors may be used on awnings, as an accent to the light colors of the building itself. Garish, "electric" or "day-glo" colors are prohibited.

Storefront Design

1. A minimum of 70% of the material used on the storefront sho~~ld be clear glass in the form of display windows. Dark tinted, colored or mirror glass should not be used; either for primary or decorative purposes.

2. Existing windows should not be covered or reduced in size in a renovation. The horizontal dimensions of display windows should be coordinated with those of other buildings in the block face. A pedestrian facade should be required for all buildings in the CCC-1 zoning district.

3. Doors in the storefront should be made of clear glass or should be a minimum 50 % Clear glass. Doors should be consistent in design and detail with the pedestrian facade.

4. Air conditioners are prohibited in the front and side facade facing a street.

5. Door and window frames should be a light, neutral color. Clear anodized aluminum should be permitted.

6. Hardware should be neutral, or match the color of the window and door frames and should be consistent with the overall architectural design and detail style of the building.

7. Display windows should not be covered or made smaller

8. Architectural features and details including clerestory windows, stucco trim, cornices, pediments and the like should not be covered or removed.

9. Coordination of treatments.

A. Where a single storefront is part of a larger building facade, the entire composition should be designed as a single coordinated building.

B. Strikingly different treatments from one storefront to the next should be avoided.

C. Treatments of side street and alley facades should be consistent with. the treatment of the front facade. Alley facades should be painted to match the rest of the building. Trash and utility meters and connections should be kept out of sight or painted to blend with the facade.

D. One continuous awning should cover the entire length of the building. Where only one storefront at a time is proposed to have an awning, the owner of the building should execute an agreement that requires the remaining tenants, when awnings are requested, to comply with a master awning plan that was established when the first awning was approved.

E. Treatments of side street and alley facades should be consistent with the treatment of the front facade. Alley facades should be painted to match the rest of the building.

F. Trash and utility meters and connections should be kept out of sight or painted to blend with the facade.

Vacated Buildings

1. The windows of vacant properties should be kept in a clean condition. The interior of the building should not be visible to the public a screen constructed of wood or similar material should be located behind the window area to cover any remaining contents in the store.

A. Window area means the exterior windows which face or are located along public streets including but not limited to individual panes of glass and display windows, and exterior doors, transoms and sidelights made of translucent material.

B. The window area of all vacant commercial properties in the downtown area should be obscured by the owner or other person in possession thereof within ten days of receipt of notice to do so issued by the city. Written notice should be served by the city either by personal delivery to such persons or by regular mail addressed to such persons at the addresses shown on the current tax rolls of the Broward County Property Appraiser's Office. Failure to obscure the window area as directed in the notice should be a zoning code violation by the owner or other person in possession of the commercial property to whom the notice has been properly delivered subject to the jurisdiction of the Hollywood Code Enforcement Board.

2. Mandatory compliance.

A. All existing nonconforming buildings or structures should fully comply with this article no later than two years from the mandatory compliance date, which should be December 1, 1988.

B. Every person who violates or fails to comply with any provision of this article should be subject but not limited to the jurisdiction of the Hollywood Code Enforcement Board pursuant to Chapter 36 of the Municipal Code Ordinance. The order of such Board may require the violator to pay a fine, not to exceed $250 per day, for each day that the violation continues past the date set in the order for compliance, or for each time the violation has been repeated. A certified copy of an order imposing a fine may be recorded in the public records of Broward County, Florida. Once recorded, it should constitute a lien against the property upon which the violation was found to exist, and upon any other real or personal property owned by the violator, and it may-be enforced in the same manner as a court judgment by the sheriffs of this state, including levy against the personal property, but should not be deemed otherwise to be a judgment of a court except for enforcement purposes. After six months from the filing of any such lien, if the lien remains unpaid, the Board may authorize the City Attorney to foreclose upon the lien in the same manner as mortgage liens are foreclosed. The duration and effect of such lien should be consistent with state law, which is presently five years.

C. All persons who violate or fail to comply with any provision of this section should be subject to the Code Enforcement procedures set forth in Chapter 36 of the Municipal Code of Ordinances.

NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIFIC DESIGN REVIEW CRITERIA*

Hollywood Lakes Section

The proposed design review criteria allows for identification of one front yard and one rear yard for properties that are now considered double fronted. These properties are located between gth Avenue and 12m Avenue along Jefferson Street, Van Buren Street, Polk Street and Buchanan Street.

To establish one front yard for the effected property, the Community Planning Division suggests the following design review criteria:

1 . The front of the property shall face the same direction as the main entrance to the dwelling unit.

2. The rear of the property shall have attributes common to rear properties such as accessory structures (pools, sheds, etc.. .).

3. The establishment of a front yard shall not create non-conformities, such as accessory structure in the front yard.

The establishment of a front yard on a property will not occur without the property owner's request. To do so, the Community Planning Division has created a form entitled, "Front Yard Request Letter". If the property owner submits a request consistent with the present function of the property layout as indicated on the Graphic of Effected Properties and consistent with the established design review criteria, the request will be processed and the property owner will be notified as to the properties status. This decision will be recorded, at the expense of the property owner, in the public records at Broward County Records Division. If the property owner's request is different than the established criteria, the process for an Administrative Variance will be followed, notifying the surrounding property owners at no cost to the property owner.

' Approved at the May 24 2001 meeting.