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Figure 12-/:Recessed Entries 1 1 1r I SETBACK ROW STREET 2. Metro Everett. For buildings within Metro Everett that are constructed to the edge of a public sidewalk, the entry shall be recessed in accordance with the requirements of this section. C. Plazas and Forecourts.The standards in this subsection apply only to the MU zone within Metro Everett. Description:A forecourt or plaza is where all, or a portion of the front façade of a building,is set back ten(10) feet or more from the front setback line,creating a space without buildings of at least 144 square feet along the lot frontage. For the purpose of these design standards,plaza and forecourts are further defined below. 1. Plaza. A plaza is a public space that is designed for intensive public use.A plaza is more than 900 square feet in area. 2. Forecourt.A forecourt is a small court space which could be used as an entry court or shared garden space for apartment buildings,or as an additional shopping or restaurant seating area within commercial zones.A forecourt is less than 900 square feet in area but more than 144 square feet. 3. Any plaza or forecourt meeting the description in subsection (C)(1)above shall meet the standards in Table 12-6 and subsection(4)below. Table 12-6:Plaza and Forecourt Standards Standard Illustration Forecourt Plaza Width, minimum A 12 feet 30 feet Depth,minimum B 12 feet 30 feet 144 square Size,area(minimum) C feet 900 square feet Size,area(maximum) C 900 square 25%of lot area feet 4. Plaza and Forecourt Design Standards. a. A plaza or forecourt shall include architectural or other site design features along the front setback line. Examples include landscape planters,distinctive change in pavement color or type,sitting walls, etc.These features shall generally be no higher than 36 inches above the adjacent sidewalk. Ch.19.12 Building Form and Design 10 City Council Action(11/04/2020)