Retaining Wall Regulation:

See below for details on retaining walls in the front yard.

Retaining Walls, City Code, and Current CD

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UnregulatedAllowed in Front yard:
retaining walls with height less than 6″ above grade.

Retaining Walls in the Draft Ordinance

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What Can I Do?

EXTRAS SNUCK INTO THE DRAFT Since the prior draft: Windows must be typical of the architectural style, courtyard walls may project into the front yard a maximum of five feet, structures on large lots may be taller than those on smaller lots, roof eaves may not exceed two feet, individual window units must be taller than they are wide on the front facade.

Elements of your home that the City Will Have Complete Discretion

  • Windows must be typical of the architectural style.
  • On a front facade and within the wrap-around, all materials and their application must be typical of the period and architectural style, or be compatible with original main buildings designated the same architectural style in the district.
  • Wood, materials that look like wood, cast stone, wrought iron, or stucco with half-timbering may be applied in a manner and location typical of Original Houses in the district.
  • Dormers must be typical in form, size, and proportions for the architectural style of the structure.