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BUILDINGS I Neighborhood Character <br /> All single-family and multifamily residential construction within the Simpson and Eclipse Neighborhoods in the Riverfront District should be <br /> Neighborhoods is subject to these Design Guidelines. arranged for people rather than cars. Street design <br /> should favor pedestrian safety over vehicular <br /> These guidelines are to be applied in compliance with all applicable development speed, and the visual impact of garages should <br /> standards for The Riverfront District, the Washington State Building Codes, the Federal be de-emphasized. The neighborhood character <br /> Fair Housing Act, the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), other applicable codes should provide for a more sociable, easy lifestyle <br /> regulating residential construction, and the Development Agreement. that promotes street-strolling. Although allowing for <br /> flexibility in individual designs, the guidelines are <br /> intended to promote a strong harmonious character <br /> �:-...... and a coherent sense of place. <br /> D Many homes in the Riverfront District Development <br /> willreflectthevarietyofcharacter n in <br /> see <br /> i architectural style prevalent in Everett,drawing upon <br /> It .r , rI ! ' the historic craftsman, cottage, bungalow, colonial <br /> t' ,- liflt:\.:‘ <br /> �,` � I '* _ and farmhouse styles. These styles often include <br /> �� f , welcoming front porches, high quality natural or <br /> € ; I approved synthetic materials,the interplay of diverse <br /> i ! ` roof forms and a variety of Northwest design types. <br /> ;, The goal is to have homes which are attractive, <br /> ' well-proportioned, and reflect a high level of design <br /> _` integrity. Painted and stained surfaces will feature <br /> i Ii, a variety of color tones. Additionally, a major goal is <br /> s i to enable residents to enjoy a neighborhood walk, <br /> "` facilitating neighbor interactions and enjoyment of <br /> ' the common neighborhood amenities. <br /> To accomplish these goals, lots shall be oriented <br /> to and have frontage on public right-of-ways or <br /> common green spaces wherever possible. Flag lots <br /> should be avoided. <br /> H-16 <br /> 1 6 The Riverfront District-Design Guidelines <br />