§ 68.320. Massing.

(a)

Vary Massing of Large Buildings. A single, dominant building mass should be avoided. Substantial variations in massing should include changes in height and horizontal plane. Horizontal masses should not exceed a height/width ratio of 1:3 without a substantial architectural element that either projects up or away from the building, such as a tower, bay, lattice, or other architectural feature. False fronts or parapets create an insubstantial appearance and should be avoided. Stepping the building can also reduce the apparent scale of the building and establish a "base" and a "top". Changes in mass should relate to structural system(s) and the organization of interior space.

(b)

Highlight Building Entries. Building massing should be used to call-out the location of building entries. For example, greater height can be used to accentuate entries in the form of tower elements, tall voids, or a central mass at an entry plaza.

(Ord. of 5-10-1999, § 10, Doc. #32070)