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j <br /> • <br /> DESIGN CRITERIA FOR ZERO LOT LINE <br /> A. Wall on lot line must be a windowless wall. <br /> B. Particular attention must be given to the eventual relationship of one unit to <br /> , w another (accomplished by siting each unit). <br /> C. Sited properly, zero lot line homes can provide greater privacy than most <br /> conventional single family homes. <br /> D. Yards can be enclosed by walls to form garden courts or patios that afford <br /> maximum privacy. <br /> 11 <br /> 'I E. Natural breaks, inserts, earth forms and landscaping can heighten variety. <br /> 11 <br /> F. Streetscape should alternate one and two story homes to maintain privacy of <br /> ; lower courtyards from upper windows. <br /> G. Massing of structures and roof slopes should be varied to create pleasing <br /> streetscapes. <br /> H. The small lot size of zero lot line concept requires close attention when <br /> screening occurs by way of fencing or landscaping. <br /> 1 <br /> I. Small lots require precise engineering and grading (for drainage and foundation <br /> work). <br /> J. Rolling topography is generally not suitable for zero lot line because expensive <br /> II retaining walls are often required to have lots drain properly. <br /> K. Integration of indoor and outdoor area important. Good use of larger side yard <br /> will create a feeling of spaciousness seldom achieved in small lots. <br /> 1 <br /> 1 <br /> E � <br /> 1 <br /> + <br />