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i -� <br /> • Noise generating mechanical equipment should be located within <br /> the buildings with sound buffering to reduce noise impacts. <br /> 4.1.3 Massing and Scale: <br /> Intent: To encourage architectural expression that suggests a high <br /> quality urban character and reduces the apparent bulk of the <br /> building into a pedestrian friendly proportion. <br /> Guidelines: <br /> • Buildings over four stories in height should have a distinct"base" <br /> at the ground level, using articulation and materials such as stone, <br /> masonry, or decorative concrete. The base should be made <br /> interesting through the use of various attractive architectural details <br /> such as windows, artwork, masonry strips, etc. <br /> 4.1.4 Curb Cuts/Site Access: <br /> Intent: To maintain continuous uninterrupted sidewalks by <br /> minimizing the impact of driveways, and provide clear and <br /> =safe pedestrian and vehicular circulation. <br /> Guidelines: <br /> • Curb cuts for driveway entrances, where practical, should be <br /> located no closer than 100 feet apart. <br /> • Sidewalk patterns shall carry across the driveways. <br /> • Consolidate vehicular driveways, where appropriate. <br /> • Primary access shall be taken from 13th Street. <br /> • Upon approval by the Planning Director and City Engineer, and <br /> subject to a traffic study and environmental review, secondary <br /> .� ) <br /> 29 <br />