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Residential Design Standards - (Currently in Progress)
 

Purpose and Intent:

The purpose of these standards is to establish requirements for sustainable residential development throughout the City, increase the value of Arlington’s housing stock, and ensure that homes are attractive and of high quality. Specifically, the goals for single family detached development are to:
 

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Construct new neighborhoods that age gracefully and become established over time. Utilize sustainable design principles so that residences do not deteriorate.

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Construct residential infill or redevelopment such that it enhances the value and quality of existing neighborhoods.

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Promote the development of attractive streetscapes, which increase curb appeal, create a ‘sense of place’, and enhance the City’s image.

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Provide flexibility for variety by prohibiting certain design elements that have a negative impact on communities, while simultaneously allowing for a great deal of latitude to create interesting, attractive developments.
 

The standards are not meant to dictate how residences are designed; rather, to ensure that communities possess a distinct character and are desirable places to live for many years to come.

 

Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings

June 17, 2009 Public Hearing – Staff Report and Draft Ordinance
June 3, 2009 Work Session – Continued Discussion
Public Hearing (continued)
May 20, 2009 Work Session – Continued Discussion
Public Hearing (continued)
May 6, 2009 Work Session – Continued Presentation
April 15, 2009 Work Session – Presentation
April 1, 2009 Work Session – Short Briefing

 

 

Community Outreach Meeting

Monday, April 13, 2009 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM

Council Briefing Room

3rd Floor, City Hall

 

Focus Group

Members

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Meetings

Draft Standards (As of 3/20/2009)
 


Entertainment District "ED" Overlay - Development Standards

The Entertainment District Overlay is intended to provide a more sustainable mix of uses and activities, while promoting high quality development and an aesthetically pleasing environment in an area including two major sports venues, Six Flags and Hurricane Harbor.

On November 20, 2007, City Council adopted Ordinance 07-080.

On June 17, 2008, City Council adopted Ordinance 08-047, which includes an expansion to this Overlay on the east of SH 360 and some miscellaneous amendments.

 

Ordinance 08-047 (Effective June 30, 2008)

Section 9-1600, Entertainment District "ED" Overlay District

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For an updated timeline of all meetings and presentations, click here.

 

For more information about the standards, please contact Gincy Thoppil at (817) 459-6662

 


Hotel Design Standards

On 5/6/08, City Council approved the hotel design standards by a vote of 9-0.

The standards incorporate elements from both the Commercial and Entertainment District Design Standards previously approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission and adopted by City Council. Information was also compiled from other cities’ ordinances as well as data gathered on the wide array of amenities provided in various hotels. In addition, input was requested from an area architect; the Chamber of Commerce’s Business Development Council and Hospitality and Tourism Advisory Board; and the Convention and Visitors Bureau.


The standards include provisions related to building materials, entry features, façade articulation, design features and site design as well as detailed standards on building design, interior design, and guest amenities and services.


View the ordinance.

 


 

Commercial Design Standards

 

Commercial Design Standards were created for all NEW commercial structures under 50,000 square feet, in the "O", "NS", "LS", and "CS" zoning districts. The ordinance was adopted on February 27, 2007.
arrowSee a copy of the Adopted Ordinance (PDF)

arrowPresentation (PDF) 

 


 

Tierra Verde Small Area Plan


On December 13, 2006, City Council adopted Ordinance 06-115.  The Village on the Green at Tierra Verde ("VG") Overlay District was established to provide an area which will be a financially and environmentally sustainable community memorable for its rural character, village-like atmosphere, mix of high quality housing options and complementary commercial activity. 
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Lamar/Collins Mixed Use Overlay District


The Lamar Collins Mixed Use Overlay District (Ordinance No. 06-004) was approved by City Council on January 10, 2006. The new overlay incorporates mixed-use concepts with design standards and restrictions for the area.
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Downtown and Mixed Use Design Standards


Adopted by City Council on October 11, 2005 (Ordinance 05-094), the standards promote development in the downtown area.
arrowView the Downtown and Mixed Use Design Standards (pdf)  

 


 

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