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TC1 Windows and Doors <br /> Maximize glass openings for all ground level, street front <br /> fa(;ades - especially for retail, restaurant and other commercial <br /> uses - recommend 50% minimum of total ground level fa(jade, <br /> or demonstrate great design through other means <br /> Provide real window openings for all street facing fa(;ades <br /> above ground level - recommend 40% minimum of total <br /> fa(;ade <br /> Provide recessed entries wherever possible <br /> Use clear or lightly tinted glass for all windows and doors - <br /> mirrored, reflective or highly tinted glazing is not acceptable <br /> Provide primary access doors facing public streets <br /> <br />TC1 Materials <br />· Provide a diverse ; <br /> mix of materials, <br /> applied in a variety <br /> of'prOPortions, <br /> exposures and <br /> . detailing within a <br /> block, or along a <br /> street <br /> Encourage durable, -~ <br /> high quality ma[erials - local sources if available <br /> Siding is not allowed (vinyl, metal, wood) except as a <br /> complimentary use <br /> Encouragethe use of mostly brick or comparable alternative; <br /> minimum requirement of 50% of non-glazed wall area <br /> Metal and wood components are acceptable as a <br /> complimentary use <br /> Encourage overhead projections, either as a specific building <br /> component or as permanent/temporary canopies <br /> Select materials that relate to the building use, not artificially <br /> contrived or themed <br />· Avoid overly complex or arbitrary u~e of materials <br />· Include smaller scale elements, variety of materials and careful <br /> detailing to support street level activities and enhance the <br /> pedestrian experience <br /> <br />Ramsey Town Center Development Guideiines 17 <br /> <br /> <br />