§ 110-320. EO, Enterprise Commercial Overlay District.

(a)

Purpose. Gateway corridors serve as primary entrances to the city. The Enterprise community has recognized historical significance. The purpose of this section is to ensure the design of non-residential sites, landscaping, site appurtenances, and building architecture at the gateways to Deltona and Enterprise along Doyle Road, DeBary Avenue, and Enterprise Road near and within the Enterprise Community is consistent with the historical character of Enterprise. Gateway areas are the area within a one-quarter-mile radius of the intersection of I-4 and DeBary Avenue, and the area within a one-quarter-mile radius of the intersection of Providence Boulevard with Doyle Road/DeBary Avenue.

(b)

Basis guidelines, elevated guidelines and applicability. Basis guidelines consist of existing, or hereafter amended, development guidelines presently contained in the city Code of Ordinances and/or Land Development Regulations.

Elevated guidelines consist of development guidelines hereafter set forth in sections 110-320(c) and 110-320(d). In case of a conflict in the applicability of guidelines, the most stringent and restrictive shall apply.

(c)

Elevated architectural guidelines.

(1)

Applicability. The architectural guidelines shall apply to all new development and redevelopment within the Enterprise area, and gateways to both Deltona and the Enterprise community, except for additions, renovations, replacement or redevelopment of an existing structure or project, where the cost of such additions, renovations, replacement or redevelopment does not exceed 50 percent of the value of the existing structure(s), or 35 percent of the square footage of the existing structure(s), unless the use of the structure(s) or project has ceased for a period of more than 365 consecutive days, or unless cumulative additions, renovations, replacement or redevelopment initiated during any five-year period meet the thresholds listed above, whereupon the provisions herein shall apply.

(2)

Submittal and approval requirements. The architectural guidelines shall be monitored and enforced by the city. All development proposals shall be submitted to the city for approval in accordance with all applicable laws, rules and ordinances. No development proposal shall be submitted to the city that does not comply with all applicable requirements. Deviations from these requirements shall require a variance approved by the city commission in accordance with the ordinance procedures and standards for zoning variance.

(3)

Elevated guidelines (appearance criteria). Compliance with the intent, guidelines and provisions of this ordinance shall be as provided for below:

a.

Architectural style and application. It is the intent of this ordinance to ensure a harmonious streetscape and compatibility between structures within the Enterprise Road/Doyle Road/DeBary Avenue corridors, and at the Deltona/Enterprise gateways at the intersections of Deltona Boulevard and DeBary Avenue and Providence Boulevard with Doyle Road and DeBary Avenue, sympathetic and respectful of commercial structures in and around Enterprise, which will serve as a guide for the aesthetic of new development. The styles that accomplish this are the Florida Cracker, a subset of the Florida Vernacular, and the Florida Victorian. (Examples of Interpretation, Figure 1.)

1.

Structures shall reflect similar styles, materials, details and colors.

2.

In the, the following guidelines shall be implemented for new structures and renovations.

3.

All construction shall conform in street orientation and massing to pre-approved site plan.

b.

Building mass.

1.

For structures less than 5,000 square feet in gross building area on the ground floor, no uninterrupted horizontal length of a building facade shall exceed 20 linear feet.

2.

For structures greater than 5,000 square feet in gross building area on the ground floor, no uninterrupted horizontal length of a building facade, (defined as the front of a building), shall exceed 35 linear feet.

3.

Blank wall areas for each floor-to-floor relationship (those without relief or uninterrupted) shall incorporate the use of landscaping to break up the monolithic appearance of such areas. Blank wall areas uninterrupted by landscaping shall not exceed ten feet in vertical direction or 20 feet in horizontal direction of any building facade.

4.

Elements acceptable for the interruption of blank wall surfaces are: belt courses, trim bands, and related horizontal and vertical recessed and protruding elements.

5.

For structures where verandahs, (defined as a usually roofed open porch on the exterior of the building), have been included, a change from grade to finish floor of structure of 12 inches will be included in the design.

c.

Design detail. Buildings shall be designed to enhance the attractiveness of the city's streetscape. Buildings shall, through use of architectural details and scale, have architectural features and patterns that provide visual interest from the perspective of the pedestrian and the motorist. The following techniques shall be incorporated into building design in order to accomplish such requirements (see Illustration No. 2):

1.

All buildings shall be required to provide the following exterior design elements:

a)

Canopies or porticos, integrated with, and responsive to, building massing and style at entryways—see 1.1.3.3(D).

b)

Trim elements of appropriate materials and profiles at entries and fenestration.

2.

building elevation configurations and techniques: For structures greater than 5,000 square feet in gross building area on the ground floor, eaves, cornices, facades shall include detailing, (i.e., raised access bands, cap elements, etc.), emphasizing horizontal lines.

3.

Windows (may be active or fixed) shall be placed along at least 50 percent of any facade that is visible from a public right-of-way. Windows shall be recessed (set to the inside of the building face wall) and shall include prominent sills and some form of framing or trim as outlined below. (Examples of Interpretation, Figure 2)

a)

Windows at street level elevation shall be un-tinted.

b)

Windows shall be of square, vertical proportion, or horizontal.

c)

Windows shall be divided lite (true or simulated). Picture pane and storefront glazing will not be allowed.

• Simulated division of windows requires full profile muntins, (defined as the strip separating panes of glass in a sash).

• Windows immediately adjacent to commercial entrances shall have a sill height of between 12" and 36" above finish floor.

• No window on any facade shall be lower than 12" above finish floor.

d)

One accent window with decorative glass per building facade may be circular or hexagonal. Additionally, each facade of a cupola or entry tower may act as a facade for this window type, i.e., a six-sided cupola may have six accent windows of either circular of hexagonal shape.

e)

Windows in stucco or wood facades shall have molded or squared casings, respectively, keeping with the architectural style of the structure.

f)

Windows in brick facades shall be trimmed with brick moldings but not cased. Windows in brick facades shall have either brick jack or segmented arches and classic brick sills, preferably a molded shape, not rowlock or headers.

g)

Palladian semi-circular window arches are not allowed.

h)

Retail frontages, which require storefront styled window areas, can use exposed steel, or aluminum clad in wood.

d.

Entryways/customer entrance design. Entryways shall be designed to provide project focal points. Entryways shall be designed in accordance with the techniques listed below. In the event that the entryway is not oriented toward the major road that, as determined by the city, provides access to the building, the side of the building facing such road shall also be designed to comply with item a. below.

1.

Entryways shall be differentiated from the remainder of the facade through at minimum the use of color, change in materials, application of architectural features (arches, columns, colonnades, etc.), setbacks, offsets, level changes and the like.

2.

Entryway design shall incorporate landscaping, landscape planters or wing walls with landscaped areas.

3.

Entryway areas shall be provided with structural or vegetative shading features and benches or other seating components.

e.

Building orientation. Buildings shall be oriented so as to enhance the appearance of the city's streetscape. This requirement shall be met by incorporating the following techniques into project design and shall be approved in site plan development review.

1.

Buildings shall be designed and oriented so the entrance is visible from the public road from which driveway access is provided.

2.

Either each the building's primary facade shall face parallel to the public road from which driveway access is provided, or each facade, which is clearly visible from a public right-of-way, or public area of adjoining properties shall be designed with full architectural treatment.

3.

Building orientation shall be such that service areas are placed out of view from public rights-of-way, parking areas and adjacent properties. Structural screening and/or landscape screening to comply with these guidelines shall be used to visually encapsulate service areas.

f.

Exterior materials and colors. Exterior building materials and colors contribute significantly to the visual impact of a building on a community, which, in turn, individually and collectively reflect upon the visual character and quality of a community. In order to project an image of high quality city aesthetics, building materials and colors shall conform to the following requirements (Examples of Interpretation, Figure 3):

1.

All buildings shall be faced with materials that exhibit a durable, high quality appearance.

2.

Materials shall be of a low maintenance type, retaining a consistent, clean appearance.

3.

Generally accepted exterior facing materials shall relate to the mass of the structure and be prioritized in their use based on square footage as follow:

a)

For structures less than 5,000 square feet in gross building area on the ground floor acceptable materials shall include on all facades that are or will be exposed to the general public:

Wood.

Cellulose fiber-reinforced cement building boards.

Brick.

Stone.

Stucco, if used shall be flat finish or sand finish.

b)

For structures greater than 5,000 square feet in a gross building area on the ground floor acceptable materials shall include on all facades that are or will be exposed to the general public:

Wood.

Cellulose fiber-reinforced cement building boards.

Stucco, if used shall be flat finish or sand finish.

Brick.

Stone may be used at foundations and structural pier locations.

c)

Two wall materials may be combined on any facade, up to all four facades, horizontally. The visually heavier facade material must be below and can cover the first third of the overall wall height only.

4.

Exterior colors shall not be specifically limited, but shall be consistent with historically appropriate tones and hues, as is consistent with paint manufacturer's produced palettes of historic colors and combinations on file with city staff. Variation from established combinations should be discouraged. Corporate colors not included on historic palettes, shall be limited to logo signage only.

5.

Building materials and colors shall be consistent around the entire building.

6.

Metal building structures are acceptable if clad in the approved materials as outlined above.

g.

Reserved.

h.

Roof design and materials. Roof features shall be in scale with the building's mass and complement the character of the structure, developments and neighborhoods. Roofs shall be constructed of durable, high quality materials in order to enhance the appearance and attractiveness of the community. Roofs shall incorporate the design elements and materials listed below: (Examples of Interpretation, Figure 4).

1.

For structures less than 5,000 square feet in gross building area on the ground floor the design of roof structures shall be of flat, hip, or gable. If roof surface is visible, hipped or gabled, the material shall be metal standing seam or "V" crimp.

2.

For structures greater than 5,000 square feet in gross building area on the ground floor the design of roof structures shall be flat with parapet wall. The parapet wall and cornice shall include decorative caps and brackets that do not act as waterproofing elements.

3.

Parapets when provided will be broken with a minimum of one stepped pediment articulated with a centered entry below or no more than two per 50' of length centered on a main entry below and centered over side windows.

4.

Roof-like appurtenances such as false roofs, parapets and other similar features may be allowed if, such features are required for mechanical equipment screening or acoustical control that cannot be accomplished through utilization of approved roof styles. Application of such-roof like features shall be accomplished in such a manner as to minimize the appearance of a flat roof design.

5.

Roofs shall be designed to be of such height, bulk and mass so as to appear structural even when the design is non-structural.

6.

Cupolas shall only be included on roof structures when windows are for natural light illumination of a space beyond or through louver venting of an attic volume.

7.

If the use of a flat roof is desired, the exterior of the building shall be clad in brick or stucco.

i.

Fence and wall design. Design and construction quality of fences and non-building walls are important visual reflections of community character and quality. In order to promote quality site aesthetics, fence and wall design and construction shall comply with the following requirements:

1.

Fences and walls, whether required for project approval or whether incorporated into overall project design, shall be designed as an integral part of the principal structure(s). Such design shall include the use of similar materials, colors and finishes as the principal structure.

2.

Fences and walls shall be architecturally designed with offsets, raised elements and landscape pockets to avoid an expansive monolithic appearance.

3.

Chain link fencing, plastic fencing panels, and vinyl fencing is not permitted.

j.

Perimeter planting. Plantings located around the perimeter of buildings enhance site aesthetics and increase green space. All projects shall incorporate perimeter plantings into project design in accordance with the requirements listed below:

1.

This section supplements and does not supersede the city Landscaping Code requirements. All minimum requirements of the city Landscaping Code must be met, notwithstanding anything to the contrary that may be contained in this section.

2.

Perimeter landscape plantings shall be located adjacent to the primary facade(s) and along any blank facade wall areas that are, or will be, exposed to the general public. Such plantings shall also be included at entrance areas, plazas and courtyards.

3.

Perimeter landscaping shall consist of a combination of trees, palms, shrubs and ground covers. Planting material type, size and spacing shall, at a minimum, be consistent with the requirements of the city's tree and landscape ordinance.

k.

Screening of mechanical equipment. Lack of, or inadequate screening of, mechanical equipment can have negative visual impacts on the city's streetscape, ambient landscape or community image. Such impacts shall be minimized through compliance with the following requirements:

1.

Mechanical equipment located on the ground, such as air conditioning units, heating units, satellite dishes, irrigation pumps, propane tank displays and refilling areas, utilities lift stations and the like shall be screened from public view. Screening shall, at a minimum, be at the same height as the equipment. Structural screening shall be architecturally integrated into the overall project design and shall be compatible, in terms of style, construction materials, colors, and finish, with the principle structure(s). Landscaping may be substituted for structural screening if plantings are compatible with the landscape plan for the project and are of such size and maturity as to be able to provide a fully opaque screen at time of planting.

2.

Equipment and appurtenances mounted on rooftops shall be kept to a minimum. All exposed rooftop mounted equipment and appurtenances shall be fully screened from view from any public right-of-way. All screening shall, at a minimum, be at the same height as the equipment and appurtenances. Screening shall be an integral part of the design of the building(s) and shall be architecturally consistent with the style, colors, construction materials and finish of the building(s).

l.

Lighting. Lighting fixture design and placement are important components of an attractive urban environment as well as important to public safety. In order to enhance site aesthetics and minimize visual distraction, yet maintain adequate public safety, project lighting shall comply with the requirements listed below:

1.

An exterior building and site lighting master plan detailing areas and structures requiring illumination, lighting fixture styles, light source and light levels shall be included as part of a project's submittal for approval.

2.

Recessed lighting fixtures shall be required in order to conceal the actual light source, reduce glare and direct light to specific areas while shielding other areas.

3.

Lighting of parking areas, access drives and vehicular circulation areas shall be as follows: See 719.04(d).

4.

Neon lighting and fiber optic lighting, signs, or company logos/slogans, or neon or fiber optic lighting of any use is not permitted.

5.

Building illumination and architectural lighting shall be indirect and with no visible light source.

6.

Ground level light fixtures shall be of the burial vault type or shall be fully screened by landscaping materials.

7.

Lighting fixtures will not create ambient lighting or trespassing lighting scenarios.

m.

Utilities. The location and aesthetic treatment of utilities is an important factor in creating an attractive urban environment. In order to enhance and maintain the image of quality in the urban environment, utilities construction and placement shall comply with the following requirements:

1.

All utility lines, whether new or relocated, shall be installed underground.

2.

Utility conduit and utility panels/boxes shall be painted to match the color of the building on which they are placed. Additionally, panels/boxes shall be located on the same facade considered the service side or entrance.

3.

Water and sewer lift stations, pump houses and similar features shall be located at the rear of the project site and shall be fully screened from view by structural or vegetative means. Where screening is accomplished structural means, such screening shall be compatible in design and color with the main building.

n.

Outdoor storage. Outdoor storage areas are not permitted.

o.

Accessory uses and structures. Structures and uses accessory to principle structures and uses shall be integrated into project design in a manner such that they will not detract from site aesthetics. Such structures and uses shall comply with the requirements listed below:

1.

Accessory structures shall be designed and constructed so as to be compatible, (i.e., similar in style and image), with the architectural design of the principle structure(s). Exterior finishes, colors and materials on accessory structures shall be similar to those used on the principle structure(s).

2.

Outdoor display and sales areas are not permitted.

3.

Site furnishings such as benches, bicycle racks, newspaper racks, trash receptacles and the like shall be compatible with the architectural design of the principle structure. Permanent shopping cart storage shall be contained within the principal structure. Any site furnishings as listed above will be painted black, so as to blend in with the existing landscape and environment.

4.

Except for cellular and other communications towers and antennas that shall be regulated pursuant to chapter 82 of the Code of Ordinances, as it may be amended from time to time, no accessory wireless communications towers or antennas are permitted within these guidelines for the Enterprise Commercial Overlay District to be ground mounted, (i.e., placed on concrete pads with appropriate anchoring systems on grade). Dishes and antennas required for the operation of the principal business will be located on a roof structure and will not visible from the R.O.W. Such placements shall comply with the following requirements:

a)

For facilities mounted on an existing or new building, the tower, and antenna must be of a color that is identical to, or closely compatible with, the color of the building so as to make them as visually unobtrusive as reasonably possible. In addition, supporting electrical and mechanical equipment shall be screened from view or camouflaged.

b)

No such wireless telecommunication antennas shall exceed 20 feet in height from the top of the building, existing tower or other structure.

c)

For all wireless telecommunication antennas mounted on an existing building, the maximum height of such antenna's support structure shall not exceed ten feet from the top of the building.

d)

The diameter of roof-mounted dish antennas shall not exceed 12 feet, provided that no such antenna shall be visible as stated in 1.1.3.3(O)4. and the color, location and design shall blend into and not detract from the character and appearance of the building and surrounding properties.

e)

The diameter of a tower-mounted dish antenna shall not exceed four and one-half feet.

f)

Aesthetic effects, devices and techniques. The purpose of this subsection is to assist the city in determining whether or not a proposed tower is camouflaged and/or concealed appropriately in a given area. The applicant shall submit the following documentation:

• Colorized pictorial representation, artist rendering, or similar representation drawn to scale.

• Design specifications of the various proposed techniques (if drawings, plans and/or other graphic representations are included, they shall be drawn to scale).

• A corresponding statement explaining what the nature and character of the area is within which the tower is proposed with respect to land use, surrounding environment, building heights and design, and how the proposed camouflaging and/or concealment agent(s) will blend in and harmonize with the nature and character of the area.

(d)

Elevated site guidelines. Elevated guidelines shall consist of the following:

(1)

Location and design of parking areas. All parking areas and access ways and driveways shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of the zoning and Land Development Code of the city, as they may be amended from time to time. Parking areas shall be located, designed and visually screened/landscaped so as to minimize potential impacts on adjacent property owners. Parking areas shall be located and designed so as to maximize traffic circulation patterns and minimize traffic hazards.

(2)

Cross access. Driveways, curb cuts, parking and internal roadway/traffic circulation shall be designed so that uninterrupted vehicular access from parcel to parcel is achieved. Cross access easements shall be provided as detailed elsewhere in this section and in the Deltona Land Development Code.

(3)

Pedestrian access. A clear, safe and convenient pedestrian path shall be provided from the sidewalk along the corridor right-of-way to the main entry door of each principal structure. The pedestrian path shall be functionally delineated by using construction materials that are different than the materials used for the construction of the parking area (e.g., use of brick or concrete for the pedestrian access when the parking lot is an asphalt surface). Sidewalks shall meet the minimum design and construction standards for sidewalks contained in the Deltona Land Development Code, as it may be amended from time to time. Bikeways and other bicycle facilities shall be provided as required by the Deltona Comprehensive Plan and the Deltona Land Development Code, as they may be amended from time to time.

(4)

Lighting. General—Recessed lighting fixtures shall be required in order to conceal the actual source of the light so as to reduce glare and direct the light to specific areas while shielding other areas. Lighting shall be of the metal halide type.

a.

Backlighting—Backlit awnings/canopies are not permitted.

b.

Parking areas—Parking lot lighting shall be designed as follows:

1.

Light poles shall be located only within landscaped strips, interior landscape islands, or terminal landscape islands. Light poles are not allowed in corridor buffers.

2.

Illumination on to adjacent properties shall not exceed one foot-candle.

3.

The maximum height of the light pole shall be 20 feet, including the basis.

4.

The minimum setback of the light source from the property line shall be a horizontal distance of ten feet.

5.

The character of style selected for the Enterprise Commercial Overlay District will be used on all properties for all structures through the entire visible surrounding area of the Enterprise Commercial Overlay District. Examples of acceptable styles are included as Figure 5.

(5)

Outside storage. No outside storage of materials, equipment or merchandise shall be allowed.

(6)

Utilities. All utilities, new or relocated, shall be installed underground. Underground utilities shall be installed in accordance with the procedures and requirements of the City of Deltona Land Development Code, as it may be amended from time to time.

(7)

Screening (roof top). All roof top equipment shall be screened from public view. The screen shall consist of a material, and shall be designed, so as to be compatible and consistent with the building on which the equipment is located and in keeping with the architectural portion of these guidelines.

(e)

Examples of interpretation. Figures referenced in sections 110-320(c) and 110-320(d):

Figure 1 (Referenced in 110-320(c)(3)a.
Architectural Style and Application)

Figure 2 (Referenced in 110-320(c)(3)c. Design Detail)

Figure 3 (Referenced in 110-320(c)(3)f.
Exterior Materials and Colors)

Figure 4 (Referenced in 110-320(c)(3)h. Roof Design and Materials)

This is an example only for reference of acceptable aesthetic style. This specific style may not be able to meet the city light code.

(Ord. No. 06-2003, § 1, 11-3-2003; Ord. No. 19-2011, § 1(Exh. A), 11-7-2011; Ord. No. 06-2013, § 1(Exh. A), 6-17-2013)