HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrd 01-23 Amending the Zoning Map and Approving Amendments to Ord No. 32-05 for Fallon Village and Approving a Stage 2 Dev Plan for the Branaugh PropertyOrd. No. 01-23, Item 4.3, Adopted 03/21/2023 Page 1 of 9
ORDINANCE NO. 01 – 23
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP AND APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 32-05 FOR FALLON VILLAGE AND
APPROVING A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ZONING STAGE 2 DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR
THE BRANAUGH PROPERTY
PLPA 2021-00014
(APN 905-0001-004-04)
The Dublin City Council does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. RECITALS
A. The Branaugh Property is located in the Fallon Village Project area. Through Ordinance No.
32-05, the City Council adopted a Planned Development Zoning Stage 1 Development Plan
the Fallon Village Project Area which, among other approvals, established the maximum
number of residential units at 3,108 units for the Fallon Village Project Area.
B. The Applicant, Randy Branaugh, is requesting a Planned Development Zoning Stage 2
Development Plan and amendments to the Stage 1 Development Plan. The proposed
Project would allow up to 97 residential units and 527,773 square feet of industrial uses.
Requested land use approvals include a Planned Development Zoning Stage 2
Development Plan, amendments to the Stage 1 Development Plan, and Vesting Tentative
Parcel Map No. 9306 and a Development Agreement among other related actions. These
planning and implementing actions are collectively known as the “Branaugh Property
Project” or the “Project.”
C. The 40.16-acre Project site (APN 905-0001-004-04) is located in eastern Dublin, north of
Interstate 580 and immediately adjacent to the City limit and urban limit line.
D. Pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City
prepared an Addendum for the Project, which reflected the City’s independent judgment and
analysis of the potential environmental impacts of the Project . Prior CEQA analysis for the
Project area includes: 1) the Eastern Dublin General Plan Amendment and Specific Plan EIR
(1993); 2) the East Dublin Properties Stage 1 Development Plan and Annexation
Supplemental EIR (2002); and 3) the Fallon Village Supplemental EIR (2005). Collectively,
these three environmental review documents are referred to as the “EDSP EIRs .”
E. Following a public hearing on February 14, 2023, the Planning Commission adopted
Resolution No. 23-01, recommending approval of the Addendum and the Branaugh Property
Project.
F. The City Council considered the Addendum to the EDSP EIRs, and all above referenced
reports, recommendations, and testimony prior to taking action on the Project.
G. On March 7, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 22-23 approving Vesting
Tentative Parcel Map No. 9306.
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SECTION 2: FINDINGS
A. Pursuant to Section 8.32.070 and 8.120.050 of the Dublin Municipal Code, the City Council
finds as follows:
1. The proposed Planned Development Zoning District meets the purpose and intent of
Chapter 8.32 in that 1) it provides maximum flexibility and diversification in the
development of property; 2) maintains consistency with, and implement the provisions
of, the Dublin General Plan and the Eastern Dublin Specific Plan; 3) protects the
integrity and character of both residential and non-residential areas of the City; 4)
encourages efficient use of land for preservation of sensitive environmental areas such
as open space areas and topographic features; 5) provide for effective development of
public facilities and services for the site; 6) encourages use of de sign features to
achieve development that is compatible with the area; and 7) allows for creative and
imaginative design that will promote amenities beyond those expected in conventional
developments.
2. The proposed amendment would be harmonious and compatib le with existing and
potential development in surrounding areas in that 1) the proposed project is located
within the Fallon Village Stage 1 Development Plan area which has a mixed of
residential, commercial and industrial areas; 2) the project’s residential area will be
consistent with the planned residential project (East Ranch) to the north and medium
density residential land use to the west and 3) the industrial area to the west is
envisioned to be developed with similar and compatible uses.
3. The subject site is physically suitable for the type, intensity of the zoning district being
proposed in that the proposed density and development standards in the proposed
zoning is consistent with the existing Stage 1 Development Plan and existing land use
designations in the General Plan and Eastern Dublin Specific Plan.
4. The proposed amendment will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons
residing or working in the vicinity, or be detrimental to the public health, safety and
welfare in that 1) the proposed amendment addresses the planned design of the Dublin
Boulevard extension and provides for a higher FAR for warehousing uses only
consistent with the General Plan and Eastern Dublin Specific Plan and 2) the industrial
area to the west is envisioned to be developed with similar and compatible uses.
5. The proposed amendment is consistent with the Dublin General Plan and the Eastern
Dublin Specific Plan in that the proposed land uses are densities are consistent with
existing land use designations in the General Plan and Eastern Dublin Specific Plan.
B. Pursuant to Ordinance No. 32-05 Section 3.2.A.3), the City Council makes the following
findings regarding the amendments to the Stage 1 Development Plan as follows:
1. The proposed use and development is consistent with the General Plan, Eastern Dublin
Specific Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
2. The proposed development is consistent with Stage 1 and 2 design guidelines.
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3. Appropriate transitions are developed between projects where an industrial use is
adjacent to a different use. These transitions can be created through careful design of
landscaping, consideration of the relationship of the uses to buildings on surrounding
sites, building and circulation layout, and setbacks.
4. The size, scale and intensity of development do not conflict with the character of the
district and adjacent land uses.
5. Adequate space, light, and air along with visual and acoustical privacy are provided .
6. No excessive noise, illumination, unsightliness, odor, smoke, and other objectionable
influences are generated.
7. On and off-site vehicular and pedestrian linkages and circulation are functional and
minimize barriers.
8. Streetscapes and parking lots are varied, create visual interest and are pedestrian
friendly.
9. The development provides access to public transit and services.
10. Adequate on-site parking, including the ability to participate in shared parking, is
provided.
11. Where possible, certain elements should be coordinated and shared, including access
drives; internal circulation; perimeter open space and landscape buffers; service,
loading, and refuse locations; and drainage, detention, and water quality facilities.
C. Pursuant to the Eastern Dublin Specific Plan Section 4.8.2 related to the increase in FAR to
0.40 for warehousing uses, the City Council finds as follows:
1. Unique project characteristics which result in reduced impacts relative to other uses in
the same area (e.g., lower traffic generation);
2. Unique project building requirements (e.g., warehouse uses that have large l and
coverage requirements but low employment densities); and
3. Extraordinary benefits to the City.
The establishment of the Economic Development Zone (EDZ) and Incentives package was
approved by City Council on May 18, 2021, for properties east of Fallon Road along the
Dublin Boulevard extension. The EDZ encourages investments in the targeted industry
sectors prioritized by City Council, including “Med-Tech” and “Bio-Tech” companies and
startups. The final users of the industrial parcels are unknown and therefore, the Planned
Development Stage 2 Development Plan provides flexibility to support uses targeted by the
EDZ incentives package. An FAR of 0.40 for warehousing uses is needed to obtain the
building square footage to meet the users’ needs.
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SECTION 3. AMENDMENTS TO THE OF STAGE 1 DEVELOPMENT PLAN ORDINANCE NO.
32-05
Fallon Village Stage 1 Development Plan
On December 20, 2005, the City Council approved a Stage 1 Development Plan for the 1,134 -
acre Fallon Village Project, pursuant to Chapter 8.32 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. The
Planned Development Stage 1 Development Plan for the Fallon Village Project i s amended as
shown below:
5. Site area, proposed densities. The Table in Section 5 (Site area, proposed densities) of
Ordinance 32-05 is amended to add a footnote to the Industrial Park land use, as shown below
to, increase the FAR for the Industrial Park land use on the Branaugh Property to 0.40 FAR as
follows:
Land Use Acreage Density
Single Family Residential 403.6 acres 0-6.0 units/acre
Medium Density Residential 60.1 acres 6.1-14.0 units/acre
Medium High Density
Residential
23.8 acres 14.1-25.0 units/acre
Rural Residential/Agriculture 142.9 acres 1 unit/100 acres
Mixed Use 6.4 acres 0.3-1.00 FAR
General Commercial 72.1 acres 0.20-0.60 FAR
General Commercial/
Campus Office
72.7 acres 0.2-0.80 FAR
Industrial Park 61.3 acres 0.35 / 0.40 FAR1
Community Park 18.3 acres --
Neighborhood Park 23.6 acres --
Neighborhood Square 8.0 acres --
Open Space 211.2 acres --
Elementary School 21.1 acres --
Semi-Public 4.1 acres 0.50 FAR
Public/Semi-Public 4.5 acres 0.50 FAR
1The maximum FAR for warehousing uses is 0.40 FAR for the Branaugh Property only. For all
other uses and parcels the maximum FAR is 0.35 FAR.
SECTION 4: ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
Pursuant to Chapter 8.32, Title 8 of the City of Dublin Municipal Code the City of Dublin Zoning
Map is amended to rezone the property described below to a Planned Development Zoning
District:
40.16-acres within APN 905-0001-004-04 (the “Property”)
A map of the rezoning area is shown below:
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SECTION 5. APPROVAL OF STAGE 2 DEVELOPMENT PLAN
The regulations for the use, development, improvement, and maintenance of the Property are set
forth in the following Stage 2 Development Plan for the entire 40.16-acre project area, which is
hereby approved. Any amendments to the Stage 2 Development Plan shall be in accordance
with Section 8.32.080 of the Dublin Municipal Code or its successors.
Stage 2 Development Plan
The following is a Stage 2 Development Plan pursuant to Chapter 8.32 of the Dublin Zoning
Ordinance. This Development Plan meets all the requirements of a Stage 2 Development Plan
and is adopted as part of the PD-Planned Development rezoning for the Branaugh Property
(PLPA-2021-00014).
The PD-Planned Development District and this Stage 2 Development Plan provides flexibility to
encourage innovative development while ensuring that the goals, policies, and action programs
of the General Plan and provisions of Chapter 8.32 of the Zoning Ordinance are satisfied.
1. Statement of compatibility with the Stage 1 Development Plan. The Branaugh Property
Stage 2 Development Plan is consistent with the Stage 1 Development Plan for the Fallon
Village Project area (Ordinance No. 32-05), as amended in Section 3 above.
2. Statement of Uses. Permitted, conditional, accessory and temporary uses are allowed as set
forth in the Stage 1 Planned Development Rezone amendment for Fallon Village in Ordinance
No. 32-05, incorporated herein by reference.
3. Stage 2 Site Plan. The following Stage 2 Site Plan is conceptual. Final site design shall be
determined by the Site Development Review Permit.
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4. Development Regulations.
Industrial Development Standards
STANDARD
Maximum FAR(1) 0.35 / .040
Maximum Building Height (4)(5) 35 feet
Maximum Stories 3
Minimum Building Setbacks (2) (3)
Dublin Blvd ROW 25 feet
Adjacent Property 10' 10 feet
Building Side to Side 18' 18 feet
Minimum Parking Setback(2)
Dublin Blvd ROW 10' 10 feet
Entry Street 10' 10 feet
Adjacent Property 10' 10 feet
Required Parking Refer to Chapter 8.76 of the Dublin Municipal Code
Notes:
(1) The maximum FAR for warehousing uses is 0.40 FAR. For all other uses the maximum FAR is
0.35 FAR.
(2) Setbacks measured from property line or as otherwise noted.
(3) Items such as, but not limited to, air conditioning condensers, porches, chimneys, bay windows,
retaining walls less than 4' in height, media centers, etc. may encroach 2' into the required setback.
Subject to Building Code requirements for access.
(4) Elevator overruns, stair coverings, decorative roof elements, and other architectural or mechanical
appetences on buildings may extend a maximum of 5 feet above the maximum building height.
(5) Proposed construction within 20,000 feet of Airport Runway may require FAA review. Building
height subject to FAA Airspace Obstructions Standards
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Residential Development Standards
CRITERIA Medium Density Lot Medium Density Small
Lot
Medium Density
Duplex/Triplex
Product Type Single Family Detached Single Family Detached Attached Multi-Family
Lot Size 4000 SF and Greater 3000 SF and Greater N/A
Typical Lot Width(16)
50' Wide and above
40' Wide and Above
N/A
Maximum Lot
Coverage (13) (14)
45% Two Story; 55%
One Story
55%
N/A
Maximum Building
Height (4)(17)
35'
35'
40'
Maximum Stories (7) 2 2 3
Minimum Front Yard
Setbacks
(1) (2)(11)(16)(18)
Living Area 12' 10' to ROW or 8' to
Court
8' to ROW; 20' Building
to Building
Porch 10' 8' to ROW or 6' to Court 6' to ROW; 15' Porch to
Porch
Garage (8) 18' Front Load 18' Front Load 4' to ROW/Alley
14' Side Load
Minimum Side Yard
Setbacks
(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(10)
Living Area 4'/5' Garage Side 4'/5' Garage Side 0/5'
Porch 4' 4' 0/5'
Courtyard (6)(15) 0' 0' 0'
Encroachments (3) (3) (3)
Minimum Rear Yard
Setbacks
(1)(2)(9)(11)(13)
Living Area 12' avg per lot.; 5' min (4) 10' avg per lot.; 5' min
(4) 5' (13)
Covered Patio 10' 5' N/A
Accessory Structures Refer to Chapter 8.40 of
Municipal Code
Refer to Chapter 8.40 of
Municipal Code
Refer to Chapter 8.40 of
Municipal Code
Required Parking (12)(19)
Refer to Chapter 8.76 of
Municipal Code
Refer to Chapter 8.76 of
Municipal Code
Refer to Chapter 8.76 of
Municipal Code
Maximum
Encroachments(3)
2' 2' 2'
Minimum Usable
Private Open Space
(SF)
400 S.F with a min.
dimension of 10 ft. Yard
area may be provided
in more than one
location within a lot with
a min of 80 SF yard or
courtyard area.
150 S.F with a min.
dimension of 5 ft
100 SF patio with a 10'
min dimension or a 50
SF upper level deck
with a 5' min inside
dimension
Notes:
(1) Setbacks measured from property line or as otherwise noted. Setbacks to "Court" refer to back of
curb.
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(2) See following pages for graphic depiction of above standards.
(3) Items such as, but not limited to air conditioning condensers, porches, chimneys, bay windows,
retaining walls less than 4' in height, media centers, etc. may encroach 2' into the required setback of
one side yard, provided a minimum of a 3' flat and level area is maintained for access around the
house.
(4) Subject to the Building Code requirements for access.
(5) Building setbacks shall be subject to review and approval of Building Official for Building Code and
Fire Code issues. Setback to building overhang shall be 3' minimum or as required by current City
Building Code Standards.
(6) Maximum height of a front yard courtyard wall shall be 30" maximum (solid wall) or 42" maximum
(transparent/fence)
(7) The third floor must be stepped back from front and rear elevation to reduce building mass.
(8) Three car garages door and swing in garages are prohibited on lots less than 55' wide.
(9) Retaining walls up to 4' high may be used to create a level usable area. Retaining walls in excess
of 4' to create usable area are subject to review and approval of the Community Development
Director. Retaining walls over 30" in height are subject to safety criteria as determined by the Building
Official.
(10) Where a minimum 5' HOA parcel lies between a lot and an adjacent street, the lot is not
considered a corner lot and interior lot setback standards shall
apply.
(11) At cul-de-sac bulbs, knuckles and similar conditions where lot depths are less than the standard
depth, minimum rear yard setback requirements may be reduced by an amount equal to the min. lot
depth minus the actual depth of the lot (i.e.: 100'-90'=10'). In no case will the rear yard setback be
reduced to less than 10'.
(12) Curbside parking may be counted toward required number of guest spaces. 2 covered side-by-
side spots shall be provided. Tandem spaces may not be utilized to meet the parking requirement.
(13) Rear Multi Family setback refers to property lines not considered ROW.
(14) Driveway apron shall be centered on the garage door. In instances where 3-car front on garages
are utilized the driveway apron shall be centered on the entire front on garage plane.
(15) Courtyard wall to return to side yard fence or front plane of main residential structure.
(16) Lot width dimensions may vary to provide product diversity within each neighborhood, and
atypical lot shapes (i.e. non-rectangular)
(17) Elevator overruns, stair coverings, decorative roof elements, and similar structures can exceed
the building height limit by a maximum of 15 percent.
(18) Minimum front / corner setback to living and porch may be subject to grading and specific location
of top of pad hinge line. A minimum flat distance of 2' should be maintained between foundation and
top of pad hinge.
5. Architectural Guidelines. Please refer to Exhibit A.
6. Landscaping Guidelines. Please refer to Exhibit B.
7. Inclusionary Zoning Regulations. The project shall comply with the Inclusionary Zoning
Regulations (Chapter 8.68) for the provision of affordable housing as a residential
development of 20 units or more.
8. Applicable Requirements of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. Except as specifically provided
in this Stage 2 Development Plan and the Stage 1 Development Plan (Ordinance No. 32-05),
the use, development, improvement and maintenance of the Property shall be govern ed by
the provision of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance pursuant to 8.32.060C or its successor. The
closest comparable zoning districts are as follows:
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Residential:
R-M Multi-Family Residential District
Industrial:
M-P Industrial Park and M-2 Heavy Industrial Zoning District, whichever is least restrictive.
SECTION 5. POSTING OF ORDINANCE
The City Clerk of the City of Dublin shall cause this Ordinance to be posted in at least three (3)
public spaces in the City of Dublin in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code of
the State of California.
SECTION 6. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days following its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this 21st day of March
2023 by the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Hu, Josey, McCorriston, Qaadri and Mayor Hernandez
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
_____________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________
City Clerk
BRANAUGH
DESIGN GUIDELINES
DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
900.457
Exhibit A
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DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................................. 3
RESIDENTIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES..................................... 4
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES.................................... 10
SDG Architects, Inc.
3361 Walnut Blvd. Suite 120
Brentwood, CA 94513
925.634.7000
MacKay & Somps
5142 Franklin Dr. Suite B
Pleasanton, CA 94588-3368
925.225.0690
Gates Landscape Artchitecture
2671 Crow Canyon Rd.
San Ramon, CA 94583
925.736.8176
Developed by:
SDG Architects, Inc.
LANCE CRANNELL, AIA LEED AP NCARB
ARCHITECT | PRINCIPAL
VERSION: October 2022
Design Team:
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INTRODUCTION
The intent of the Branaugh Design Guidelines is to es-
tablish expectations and to regulate the design of the
residential and industrial uses within the planned de-
velopment. These guidelines are intended to assist the
developer and design professionals in the design of the
architecture, parking, and landscaping within this area.
These guidelines will ensure a high quality development
while maintaining design and marketplace flexibility.
These guidelines are not intended to limit the creativ-
ity of the design professionals. The property is within
The City of Dublin’s East Dublin Specific Plan (EDSP)
and The Fallon Village Stage 1 PD. Guidelines from
those has been incorporated and where appropriate
design concepts have been integrated herein. These
guidelines are separate and specific to this subdivision.
DESCRIPTION
The Branaugh property consists of approximately 40.16
acres within the East Dublin Specific Plan (EDSP) and
the Fallon Village Stage 1 PD (PD-1) planning area,
9.87 acres of which is designated Medium density
residential and 30.29 acres of which is designated
Industrial Park (IP) per the EDSP. The project is
proposing 78 units, with the option to provide up to
97 units, within the designated 9.87 acres of
Medium density residential and is consistent with
the approved Stage 1 PD. The area is also
including up to 527,773 SF of industrial buildings on
the 30.29 acres of Industrial Park use, and proposing
an increase in FAR from 0.35, as shown in the
approved PD1, to 0.4. The Branaugh property is
located directly east of the Righetti property, south
of the Croak property, north of Interstate 580 and the
Monte Vista (Town and Country) property, and West
of the Crosby (Livbor Manning) property.
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RESIDENTIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES
The Residential Design Guidelines are intended to
serve as a set of guidelines, recommendations, and
requirements to guide property owners, business owners,
developers, architects, and other design professionals
in understanding the objective of providing for well-
designed, attractive, residential development for this
planned development area.
ARCHITECTURAL VOCABULARY
The architectural styles in these guidelines offer a range
of building types and styles that have evolved in Cal-
ifornia since the turn of the 20th century. These styles
represent an inherent attractiveness, informality, and
elegance that have enabled them to remain popular
over an extended period of time. They all have historic
precedents and are visually compatible with one an-
other. These styles possess market appeal, communi-
ty acceptance and can be successfully expressed in
modern merchant built homes.
VARIETY REQUIREMENT
An important goal of the planned community is to de-
velop an interesting mix of plans and elevation styles
and to ensure balanced and varied streetscapes. In
order to achieve this, the following architectural re-
quirements must be met:
UNITS PLANS AND ELEVATIONS
• For single family detached homes, a minimum of
1 plan with 3 elevations shall be provided for every
25 units.
STYLE AND MASSING
• Plans and elevations should be mixed within a
development to avoid repetition of identical fa-
cades and roof lines.
• Houses on corner lots should receive the same
level of articulation on both the front and corner
side facades.
COLORS
• A minimum of 3 different color schemes shall be
provided for each architectural style
• Select color schemes appropriate to the archi-
tectural style
• A minimum of 2 trim colors shall be provided for
each primary base color.
• Wrap colors around details such as wood or
foam window and door trim appropriate to the
architectural style.
• Relate color changes to plane changes and
materials changes.
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ARCHITECTURE
These guidelines aim to promote high quality architec-
tural designs that enhance the character of Dublin.
Neighborhood developments shall utilize architectural
styles that complement each other when grouped
together.
A. ARCHITECTURAL STYLES
The architectural styles have been divided into four ar-
chitectural groups. Each group represents one of the
great movements in the development of architectural
styles in the United States and specifically California.
The styles are grouped as follows:
MEDITERRANEAN• Spanish Eclectic• Monterey
• Tuscan
COTTAGE
• French Country• English Tudor
AMERICAN HERITAGE
• Craftsman
• Arts & Crafts
• Prairie
TRADITIONAL
• Farmhouse
• Classic Revival
• East Coast
Use of these styles are recommended.
B. STREET ENVIRONMENT AND BUILDING
FRONTAGE
Single-family residential development shall efficiently
use the site, and relate to the street.
1. Front porches (or porch elements) are en-
couraged to create an attractive interface with
semi-public front yard areas.
2. The front entry shall be the focal point of the
home. Roof elements, columns, porticos, or other
architectural features shall be utilized.
3. Garages shall be a subordinate feature and
shall not dominate the streetscape.
4. A reduced level of articulation on the less visible
side and rear elevations is acceptable. Parcels on
corner or visible end of a street shall include articu-
lation similar to the front elevation.
C. BUILDING FORM AND ARTICULATION
Building form and articulation includes variation in
wall planes (projections and recesses) and wall height
(vertical relief) as well as variations in roof forms and
heights to reduce the perceived scale of the structure.
1. Residential homes shall incorporate articulation
of all facades, including variation in massing, roof
forms, and wall planes, as well as surface articula-
tion.
2. The highest level of articulation will likely occur
on the front facade and facades visible from pub-
lic streets. Similar and complementary massing,
materials, and details shall be incorporated into
every other structure elevation.
3. Elements and details of homes shall be true to
the chosen architectural style.
Details such as projecting eaves, tapered columns and ex-
posed beams are characteristics of a Craftsman style house
4. Surface detailing shall not serve as a substitute
for well integrated and distinctive massing.
5. Architectural elements that add visual interest,
scale, and character such as recessed or project-
ing balconies, trellises, recessed windows, and
porches are encouraged.
6. Architectural elements such as overhangs,
trellises, projections, and awnings shall be used to
create shadows that contribute to a structure’s
character.
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7. Massing shall accentuate entries and minimize
garage prominence.
The chimney is a featured architectural element along
with window inserts and trim
D. BUILDING HEIGHT
Heights per Section 4 Development Regulations in
Planned Development.
Single-family residential homes shall be one or two sto-
ries. Homes shall have varied heights to create visual
interest in the neighborhood.
This Second Story addition over part of the existing structure
uses the same architectural style, materials and rooflines.
E. ROOF AND UPPER STORY DETAILS
Visual diversity shall be created by incorporating mul-
tiple rooflines and designs while remaining consistent
with the architectural style of the home.
1. A variety of roofs shall be incorporated through-
out the development (e.g., gabled, hipped, dor-
mers, etc.).
2. Multi-form roofs, gabled, hipped, and shed roof
combinations are encouraged to create varying
roof forms, and break up the massing of
the building.
Craftsman roofs feature intersecting gables to create an
interesting building form
3. Full, sloped roofs are strongly encouraged with
both vertical and horizontal roof articulations.
4. Roof overhangs shall be sized appropriately for
the desired architectural style.
5. Exposed gutters and downspouts, unless de-
signed as an outstanding architectural feature
of the overall theme, shall be colored to match
fascia.
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F. BUILDING MATERIALS AND FINISHES
The use of high quality materials will create a look of
permanence within a project. Materials and colors
shall be varied to generate visual interest in the fa-
cades and to avoid the monotonous appearance
that is sometimes common in some contemporary
residential development projects.
1. Key portions of the facade shall be enhanced
with special materials or color.
The white trim on this house contrasts with the blue siding for a
pleasing appearance
2. Material changes shall occur at intersecting
planes, at inside corners of changing wall planes
or where architectural elements intersect (e.g.,
chimney, pilaster, projection, fence line, etc.)
3. Contrasting but complementary colors shall be
used for trim, windows, doors, and key architectur-
al elements.
4. Roof materials and colors shall be consistent
with the desired architectural style.
5. Visually heavier materials shall be used lower
on the structure elevation to form the base of the
structure.
6. Stucco may be an appropriate building mate-
rial if careful attention is paid to ensure it is appro-
priate to the architectural style of the house (i.e.,
the creamier stucco colors and finishes of a Span-
ish eclectic home would be appropriate).
A heavy material such as brick serves as a strong base for a
house
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An inset window is appropriate for Spanish Colonial style houses
5. In order to enhance privacy, windows on side
elevations shall be staggered and not be posi-
tioned directly opposite of the adjacent structure’s
windows.
6. Where windows have mullions they should be
appropriate to the architectural style of the struc-
ture.
7. Where architecturally appropriate, feature win-
dows shall be generously inset from structure walls
to create shade and shadow detail. The minimum
inset shall be six inches
8. Windows shall be articulated with sills, trim, kick-
ers, shutters, or awnings that are authentic to the
architectural style of the structure.
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G. WINDOWS, DOORS AND ENTRIES
The desired architectural style of the building can be
captured by carefully designing windows, doors, and
entries.
1. Entrances shall be enhanced by using lighting,
landscaping, and architecture detailing.
2. The main entrance to a home shall be clearly
identifiable and shall be articulated with pro-
jecting or recessed forms so as to create a cov-
ered landing that will provide for shelter from the
weather.
3. Window type, material, shape, and proportion
shall complement the architectural style of the
building.
A recessed entry to a house adds interest and provides
protection from the elements
4. Windows shall be located to maximize incom-
ing daylight and reduce the need for indoor light-
ing and promote energy efficiency. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) “Energy Star” windows
with low e-coatings shall be used.
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H. GARAGES
When garages are well integrated into a project it will
ensure that they do not dominate front facades.
1. Garage doors shall be recessed a minimum of
3.5 inches from the face of the garage.
2. Garage doors facing the street shall be set back
from the exterior face of the main house or porch
to help reduce their visual impact.
The garage pictured here is set back from the rest of the house
to de-emphasize its visual impact on the streetscape
3. Swing in garages are permitted and shall ad-
here to the setbacks described in this document.
4. Garage doors shall incorporate panels and/or
windows to articulate large planes.
5. Garage standards shall be:
Interior dimensions: twenty by twenty feet clear;
Minimum garage door width of eight feet single,
sixteen feet double; Seven feet minimum height.
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I. COMPATIBILITY WITH ADJACENT PROPERTIES
Homes shall vary from adjacent neighbors in architec-
tural style, height, and material selection, while still re-
lating to the overall theme of the larger development
as a whole.
Variation in elevation style, colors and materials shall
be used to provide a variety and visual intrest.
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INDUSTRIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES
The Industrial Design Guidelines are intended to serve
as a point of reference to guide property owners,
business owners, developers, architects, and other
design professionals in understanding the objective
of providing for well-designed, attractive, high quality
industrial development in the Industrial Area.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Branaugh Industrial is envisioned as an extension of the
community along the future Dublin Boulevard Extension
project. The Branaugh Industrial design concept should
be compatible with the general commercial character
of the nearby industrial parcels. A unique sense of
place can be achieved through rich and varied
contemporary architectural character.
The Branaugh Industrial Architectural Design Guidelines
draw from the surrounding larger, more modern
urban and suburban areas. Both visual and physical
elements of the Branaugh Industrial Park will appeal
to communities because it helps provide a place for
synergy and utility for commerce in an environment
people want to participate in, be part of and enjoy.
The successful development of Branaugh Industrial
depends on many considerations beyond the built
environment. The implementation of these guidelines
will help to provide an initial step in creating the
environment in which the industrial Park will live and
thrive within the community it serves.
These guidelines include a description of design
objectives and stylistic analogs to be incorporated
into the overall architectural concept for Branaugh
Industrial.
BRANAUGH INDUSTRIAL CHARACTER
The overall character and feel of Branaugh Industrial
shall use a variety of cohesive styles, materials,
colors and textures. The use of pattern and scale
will integrate all of the different design principles,
creating a unified project. Elements such as awnings,
windows and storefront glazing will enhance building
articulation. Application of good design principles
should incorporate building scale and proportion, color
theory, lighting, storefront design, landscape design,
as well as keeping modern construction practices in
mind with respect to building development throughout
Branaugh Industrial.
The goal is to create a unique sense of place and that
is complementary to its surroundings.
Branaugh Industrial may consists of several types and
sizes of industrial buildings based on market needs but
the overall design of the Industrial park should have a
consistent theme with minor variations as appropriate
to the building and its use.
The main elements that typically define the character
of Branaugh Industrial are:
• Building Mass & Form
• Materials & Colors
• Contemporary Architectural Style
• Entry features
• Landscape Guidelines
• Parking and Vehicular Circulation
These components are fundamental to the creation
of a successful Industrial Park. They must each be
addressed in regard to design, location, scale and use.
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AREA CHARACTER
1. New development, including expansions, ren-
ovations, and any exterior modifications, should
reflect the design characteristics of the commer-
cial and light industrial surrounding area, including
project design, architectural styles, and established
landscape patterns, which are consistent with the
purpose of the City of Dublin’s Site Development
Review Permit.
2. Setback treatments for new buildings from streets
should provide a positive image to the existing
streetscape.
3. Generally, transitions between existing and new
buildings should be gradual. The height and mass
of new projects should not create abrupt chang-
es in close proximity to existing buildings, unless the
area is clearly transitioning to a more intense devel-
opment pattern.
SITE DESIGN
1. Primary site and building entry points are strongly
encouraged to generate visual interest with spe-
cial design features such as decorative or textured
paving, flowering accents, special lighting, monu-
mentation, walls, shrubs, water features, and the
use of sizeable specimen trees.
2. The parking lot should not be the dominant vi-
sual element of the site as viewed from the street.
Locate or place parking lots at the side and rear of
buildings or use parking lot screening to soften their
appearance.
3. On corner sites, establish a prominent streets-
cape presence and add visual interest by either lo-
cating buildings near the intersection to enliven the
streetscape or using landscaping or planter walls to
frame the intersection. Parking areas immediately
adjacent to intersections are discouraged.
4. Project sites should be designed so that areas
used for outdoor storage, and other potentially un-
sightly areas are screened from public view.
5. Consider views from Highway 580 and other
views from above when siting and designing build-
ings, storage yards, utilities, and equipment.
6. Site accessories such as bicycle racks, trash re-
ceptacles, planters, benches, shade structures and
lighting should be designed as an integral part of
the project. The architectural character and use of
materials for these accessories should be consistent
with the overall project design.
7. Structures and site improvements should be lo-
cated and designed to avoid conflict with adja-
cent uses.
8. When appropriate, integrate spaces into a site
plan for use by employees or customers to sit or rest.
INTERFACE WITH RESIDENTIAL USES
1. Loading areas, access and circulation driveways,
trash, and storage areas, and rooftop equipment
should have adequate landscape buffering.
2. Window orientation for industrial buildings should
preclude a direct line of sight into adjacent resi-
dential private open spaces or windows. First floor
windows may be appropriate if screened with ap-
propriate fencing.
3. When industrial buildings back up to residential
properties, the industrial setback should be land-
scaped or screened, as well as functionally and/
or visually combined with residential open space
where possible.
PARKING AND CIRCULATION
1. Vehicular and pedestrian connections between
adjacent developments are a priority within the
area and should be established when feasible.
2. Whenever possible, provide common driveways
for access to more than one site or development
which reduces the number of driveways and con-
tributes to a continuous streetscape.
3. Gates to parking areas shall be located to pre-
vent vehicle stacking or queuing on the street.
4. Gates to parking areas should be designed with
materials and color that are compatible with the
site.
5. Parking areas visible from public streets shall be
separated from buildings by either a raised walk-
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way or landscape strip at least 4 feet wide. Situa-
tions where parking aisles or spaces directly abut
the building are discouraged.
6. Separate vehicles and pedestrians. Design park-
ing areas so that pedestrians walk parallel to mov-
ing cars. Minimize the need for the pedestrian to
cross parking aisles and landscape areas. These
features may be combined with required accessi-
bility requirements.
7. For new development, consider adding a land-
scaped buffer to screen views of automobiles while
permitting views of buildings beyond.
STORAGE YARDS/SERVICE FACILITIES
Providing adequate service facilities is critical to
the efficient functioning of industrial buildings. The
design of these facilities also presents an opportuni-
ty in preventing nuisance (noise, odor, visual) prob-
lems in the future.
1. Where appropriate and feasible, ‘service yards’
are encouraged over the dispersal of service facil-
ities around the site. Service yards should include
provisions for loading, trash bins (in lieu of a trash
enclosure), utility cabinets, utility meters, transform-
ers, and other outdoor mechanical equipment,
when possible.
2. Loading and outdoor storage activities should
be concentrated and located in a manner to mini-
mize nuisances for the surrounding area.
3. All service yards and outdoor storage areas shall
be enclosed or screened from view from local
streets. When designing these facilities, also con-
sider the views from HWY 580, neighboring parcels
and the residential area to the North. Screening
may include walls, buildings, gates, landscaping,
berming, or combinations thereof.
4. Service yards should be located and designed
for easy access by service vehicles and for conve-
nient access by each tenant.
5. The design of service yard walls and similar ac-
cessory site elements should be compatible with
the architecture of the main building(s), and should
use a similar palette of materials and colors.
TRASH ENCLOSURES
1. Trash and storage enclosures should be architec-
turally compatible with the project design. Land-
scaping should be used to screen and deter graffiti.
2. Trash enclosures should be unobtrusive and
should be conveniently accessible for trash dispos-
al and collection.
3. Trash enclosures should be located away from
residential uses to minimize nuisance to adjacent
properties.
4. Trash receptacle design should coordinate with
other streetscape furnishings.
5. Roof structures for trash enclosures should be ar-
chitecturally compatible with buildings on the site.
LOADING AREAS
1. To the fullest extent possible, loading areas and
vehicle access doors should not be visible from
public streets.
2. Loading driveways shall not back onto streets or
encroach into landscaped setback areas.
3. Loading doors should be integrated into building
elevations and given the same architectural treat-
ment where feasible.
UTILITY EQUIPMENT
1. To the fullest extent possible, utility equipment
should be located in a manner which minimizes vis-
ibility from the street or the front of a site.
2. Utility equipment such as electric and gas me-
ters, electrical panels, and junction boxes shall be
screened from view or incorporated into the archi-
tecture of the building.
3. Utility devices, such as transformers and backflow
preventers, should not dominate the front land-
scape area. When transformers are unavoidable in
the front setback area, they should be screened by
an enclosure or thick landscaping, in accordance
with utility company regulations.
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4. All utility lines from the service drop to the site
shall be located underground.
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
1. Mechanical equipment shall be located in
a manner that minimizes visual impact and be
screened from public view by enclosures or land-
scaping on all sides.
2. All mechanical equipment such as compressors,
air conditioners, antennas, pumps, heating and
ventilating equipment, emergency generators,
chillers, elevator penthouses, water tanks, stand
pipes, solar collectors, satellite dishes and Light In-
dustrial communications equipment, and any oth-
er types of mechanical equipment for the building
shall be concealed from view of public streets, and
to the fullest extent possible, public areas of neigh-
boring properties.
3. For new construction, mechanical equipment
shall not be located on the roof of a structure un-
less the equipment can be hidden by building ele-
ments that are designed as an integral part of the
building design.
4. For exterior modifications of existing structures,
all roof-mounted equipment must be screened in
a manner that is compatible with the architecture
and materials of the building.
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may be appropriate on a building that otherwise
reflects the desired vision of the area.
BUILDING ELEMENTS
1. A consistent architectural style should be used for
a building, auxiliary structure, and all related site el-
ements, such as screen walls, planters, trellises, and
street furniture.
2. Expansions to existing buildings should provide for
continuity between the old building and the new
addition. The addition need not strictly match the
existing building, but should include prominent de-
sign elements of the old building or the addition of
architectural elements to the old building to pro-
vide architecture compatibility between old and
new.
3. Building Base – The lowest portion of a building
at grade creates opportunity to establish an ar-
chitectural base. This base may be a projection, a
change in surface texture, or a change in material
or color. The size of the base should be in propor-
tion to the overall size of the building. This is not a
requirement but it is encouraged.
a. Base materials should be highly resistant to
damage, defacement, and general wear and
tear. Pre-cast decorative concrete, stone mason-
ry, brick, slate, and commercial grade ceramic
tile are examples of excellent base materials. The
use of anti-graffiti coating on base materials is en-
couraged.
b. In general, the base materials should appear
“heavier” and “darker” in appearance than the
materials and color used for the building’s main
exterior.
WINDOWS, DOORS, AND OPENINGS
Windows, doors, and other openings should be de-
tailed to emphasize them as important parts of the
building.
1. Building entries should be framed with architec-
tural embellishment for articulation, be visible from
the street, and be easily recognizable.
2. Incorporate articulation (insets, pop outs, wing
walls, etc.) to avoid unrelieved blank walls.
BUILDING PLACEMENT AND DESIGN
1. Buildings shall be designed with wall variations,
such as insets and pop-outs. Façade elements,
such as entryways, windows, etc should face the
primary street frontage(s).
2. Buildings along streets and I-580 shall feature ar-
chitecturally-detailed elevations and views of en-
tries or activity areas.
3. Public entrances and primary building elevations
should be oriented toward the street whenever
possible.
4. Buildings in a single project should create a
positive functional relationship with one another.
Whenever possible, buildings should be clustered.
This prevents long “barrack-like” rows of buildings.
When clustering is impractical, a visual link should
be established between buildings. This link can be
accomplished through the use of landscape, an
arcade system, trellis, colonnade, or other open
structures.
BUILDING DESIGN
The design and placement of industrial buildings
should respond to the general characteristics of
the surroundings as well as to the vision of the In-
dustrial Area.
BUILDING FORM AND SCALE
1. In order to relate to other nearby buildings, when
possible, incorporate interesting building elements
from surrounding buildings.
2. Buildings should contain the three traditional
parts of a building in appropriate proportions: base,
mid section, and top.
3. The scale of new buildings should be compatible
with adjacent buildings. Use transitions to achieve
compatibility between larger buildings next to small
scale buildings; transition techniques should include
building elements of different heights, building or
roof articulation, and building projections such as
covered walkways.
4. Franchise architecture is generally discouraged,
although the use of corporate identifying elements
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ROOFS
Roofs should be an integral part of the building de-
sign and overall form of the structure.
1. Roof design may have the appearance of a
full roof reflecting traditional forms (i.e., hipped,
pitched, flat, etc.) and be integrated to the build-
ing, particularly on parapet walls and roof elements
used to screen equipment.
2. Earth-toned or muted and durable roof materials
are strongly encouraged to create a unifying im-
age of an area.
3. Decorative cornices and parapet walls should
be used to screen flat roofs and to delineate the
building’s profile.
4. Vertical roof elements should be used to add in-
terest to horizontally-oriented rooflines.
5. Roof overhangs and arcades are encouraged in
that they complement a building’s design.
FINISH MATERIALS
1. Industrial buildings should be constructed using
durable but attractive materials which convey a
substantial quality appearance.
2. Exterior building treatments, including colors, ma-
terials, and architectural detailing, should be con-
sistent throughout the building.
3. Exterior building colors should generally consist of
earth-toned or neutral colors, with vibrant or bright
colors reserved for trim or accent use.
4. Building materials reflecting natural elements,
such as stone or wood, are strongly encouraged.
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CONTEMPORARY / MODERN
Contemporary / Modern architecture features
clean lines with an emphasis on function. The build-
ing style simplifies the design with less ornamenta-
tion. Decorative moldings and elaborate trim are
eliminated or greatly simplified, giving way to a
clean aesthetic where materials meet in simple,
well-executed joints. An emphasis is placed on
rectangular forms and horizontal and vertical lines.
Materials are often used in well-defined planes and
vertical forms juxtaposed against horizontal ele-
ments for dramatic effect. Low, horizontal massing,
flat roofs, and emphasis on horizontal planes and
broad roof overhangs. The use of traditional ma-
terials in new ways such as wood, brick and stone
simplified ways reflecting a modern aesthetic. Tra-
ditional clapboard siding are replaced with sim-
ple vertical board cladding can be used in large,
smooth planes. Brick and stonework are simple, un-
ornamented, and can be used in rectilinear masses
and planes.
CHARACTERISTICS
• Simple wall planes and surfaces, mass, and vol-
umes.
• Mass and Volume contrasted with glass and fen-
estration.
• Roof types include interesting overhangs or un-
usual linear elements can be mixed to create a
more unique statement flat
roofs with parapet.
• Diverse use of materials and color.
• Simplicity and clarity of forms and elimination of
“unnecessary detail”
EXAMPLES
The following figures depict several types of indus-
trial buildings. This is for reference only and shall not
be considered as a wholly approved design.
Figure 1
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Figure 4
Figure 6
Figure 3
Figure 5
Figure 7
EXAMPLES FOR REFERENCE ONLY.
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Figure 10
Figure 12
Figure 9
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CONCEPT
The Branaugh property consists of 9.7 acres of medium
density residential and 30.5 acres of Industrial Park use.
The site will be well-designed through the choices and
arrangement of materials, colors, and textures. The
overall landscape theme provides vibrant, fl owering
plant material that complements architecture and
provides seasonal color while encouraging pedestrian
access and connectivity to and from adjacent uses and
activities.
The residential neighborhood will use the proposed
Central Parkway extension as the primary access.
The neighborhood entrance will be distinct yet
complementary to the character of the adjacent
neighborhood. The proposed landscape will support
a strong, visual identity to the neighborhood. Internal
streets and sidewalks of the residential community are
complemented using a variety of upright deciduous trees
for solar exposure coupled with low growing flowering
groundcover enhancing pedestrian connections to the
public sidewalks.
The non-residential industrial parcels will have access
from the future Dublin Boulevard extension. The industrial
park landscaping will serve a variety of functions,
including softening the edges of development,
screening unattractive views, buffering incompatible
uses, providing shade, and increasing the overall
aesthetic appeal of the site.
DESIGN PRINCIPLES
• Continue the theme and plant palette of east
Dublin, Dublin Boulevard, Central Parkway, and the
surrounding neighborhoods.
• Ensure landscape consistency between the proposed
industrial park and the residential community.
• A well-designed site through the choices and
arrangement of materials, colors, and textures.
• Encourage the industrial park to provide outdoor
amenities to employees, such as pedestrian
circulation and outdoor seating areas.
• Creating environments in which industrial activities
and operations may be conducted with minimal
impact on the natural environment and surrounding
neighborhood.LANDSCAPE FRAMEWORK
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INDUSTRIAL
PARK
INDUSTRIAL
PARK
RESIDENTIAL
FUTURE DUBLIN BLVD EXT.
I-580
COLLIER CANYON RD.
EAST RANCH
(CROAK)
MONTE
VISTA
LEGEND
main pedestrian
connections
fi re access road
key entry element
landscape buffer
perimeter fence
concrete split rail
fence
RIGHETTI LIVBOR
MANNING
RIGHETTI
Exhibit B
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MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
NEIGHBORHOOD
Neighborhood Entry
The Residences at Branaugh property share with
Righetti property the primary access, which will come
off the proposed Central Parkway extension within the
proposed East Ranch project. The entry will include
a monument with project branding and thematic
landscaping.
The landscape palette will emphasize the importance
of this space. Accent trees will line the entry on
both sides of the street and provide seasonal color.
Low-growing shrubs and groundcover will provide
continuous interest throughout the year as well as a
colorful understory to the accent trees above. Refer
to Proposed Plant Palette for select plant species and
container sizes.
Neighborhood Streets
Neighborhood streets will provide a well-planned
pattern that guides vehicles and pedestrians throughout
the neighborhood units. Street C and Street B will have
5 foot wide landscaping and a 5 foot wide sidewalk
on both sides of the street. Streets will be landscaped
to provide a comprehensive street scene. Other streets
will have a 5 foot wide sidewalk on both sides to link
the neighborhood together. Textured paving, such as
stamped asphalt, can be utilized in the crosswalk to
visually enhance the pedestrian path of travel.
Street trees should be coordinated with the utilities and
street lights to provide a continuous canopy of trees.
Street trees will be planted and maintained by private
lot owners when there is no designated planting area
within the right-of-way. Additional trees in an irregular
pattern and the screening trees adjacent to building
ends shall be considered to soften the architecture. Low-
growing groundcover, intermediate and background
shrubs will be proposed in a tiered effect to provide a
variety of landscapes with seasonal color and textural
contrast. Refer to the plant palette for suggested plant
species and required sizes.
Entry monument with thematic landscape as a
neighborhood identifi cation
Use of stamped asphalt for the crosswalk and entry
drive is encouraged.
Incorporate street trees in parkway strips or front yard
planting areas
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MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
NEIGHBORHOOD
Fences and Walls
The landscape system includes community theme
walls, fencing, and front yard planting. All elements
of the landscape are intended to convey the special
character and high quality of the community.
In general, fences will be located outside of the view
triangles at intersections. Breaks in fence, removable
sections or gates will be incorporated for maintenance
access of the adjacent utilities, such as water quality
basins, where applicable.
Good Neighbor Fence - The good neighbor fence will
be located between lots. The design is a vertical board
wood fence, 6’ tall with caps and fascia boards. Wood
4x4 posts are located at a minimum of 8’ on center.
Lattice Fence - This fence will be used parallel to the front
of the home. Where side yards abut a residential street,
the lattice fence will also be used. Where the fence is
adjacent to the street, a minimum of 3’ landscape
buffer is provided between walkway and fence.
Open Space Interface Fence - This will occur along the
wildfi re buffer lots where they abut open space. The
fence should not exceed four feet in height.
Concrete Split Rail Fence - This fence is utilized in the
landscape along the southern sidewalks of street B
serving as a thematic element to keep pedestrians out
of water quality basins.
CMU Block Wall - Use split face CMU block wall where
needed to retain throughout the community.
2”x6” Cap
Vertical Wood Lattice
4”x4” Post
2”x4” Bottom Rail
1”x6” Kick Board
1”x8” With 1”
Overlap Each Side
8’-0” MAX
6’-0”
Good Neighbor Fence
Scale: N.T.S.
Lattice Top Fence
Scale: N.T.S.
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Open Space Interface Fence
Scale: N.T.S.
Concrete Split Rail Fence
Scale: N.T.S.
CMU Retaining Wall
Scale: N.T.S.
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MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
NEIGHBORHOOD
Stormwater Quality Basin
The plant material found within the water quality basins
will convey a mosaic effect that demonstrates the
bloom and growth cycles of seasonal grasses in gentle
patterns and large swaths. All plant material found
within the basins will conform with the Alameda County
C.3 Stormwater Technical guidelines and requirements.
Wildfi re Buffer Lot and Fire Access
Eleven lots on the east side of the neighborhood are
identifi ed as a wildfi re buffer lot. Trees along these lots
shall be fi re safe, which have a favorable rating for
plant performance per the Diablo Firesafe Council.
The fi re access road is located on the east side of the
neighborhood. It connects the access road to a
neighborhood street in East Ranch. Fire safe plant
materials shall be considered in the planting strategy.
Fencing adjacent to the fi re access road must conform
to the Dublin Wildfi re Management Plan. Heavy timber
wood fencing with 6’ returns may be used along the
rear property lines. All wood is to be construction-heart
redwood fi re-hardened/heavy timber to meet the
Dublin Wildfi re Management requirements. All wood
should be fi re retardant treated per section 710A.3.2
and 710A.4 7A of the California building code for all
exterior wood products.
Outdoor Site Elements
Street Lighting
All street lighting in the residential neighborhood will
conform to approved City standards. Street lighting
is used for both decoration as well as marking
special pathways and landmarks.
Model: The Lumec L60 LED Hexagonal Lantern series
on 18.5’ tall post is recommended, to match the
current City’s standard.
Mailbox
Clustered mailbox will be used. The mailbox
location/model shall be reviewed and approved
by USPS.
Signage
Signage shall conform to City ordinances.
Wildfi re Buff er Lot Interface
Scale: N.T.S.
Street Lighting
Scale: N.T.S.
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INDUSTRIAL PARK
Entry
The entry to each development area should be clearly
visible to motorists. Industrial parks should be marked
by entry features. The combined use of landscaping,
and varied hardscape, such as contrasting pavement
colors or materials, banding or pathways interspersed
with alternate paver material, is encouraged.
Monument sign designs should use materials and colors
consistent with the architectural style and landscaping
theme near the entrance of the property. Other
signs shall conform with the City of Dublin Sign Design
Guidelines for Industrial Zones.
Parking Lot
Parking lot landscaping should accent driveways, frame
the major circulation aisles, and highlight pedestrian
pathways. Entrances and exits to and from parking and
loading facilities should be provided in compliance with
applicable City development requirements. Pedestrian
walkways should be accessible, safe, visually attractive,
and well-defi ned by landscaping, site furnishing, and
low-level lighting.
Landscaping should be protected from vehicular and
pedestrian encroachment by raised planting surfaces,
depressed walks, or the use of curbs. Concrete
mow-strips separating turf and shrub areas should be
provided.
Screening and Planting Buffer
Landscape screening should be used to minimize
the visual impact of new development. The industrial
buildings should not detract from the scenic and visual
quality of the residential community. The use of vines
on walls is strongly encouraged in industrial areas to
reduce their visual impact and opportunities for graffi ti.
Parking lots adjacent to and visible from public streets
should be screened from view by using evergreen
hedges or rolling earth berms. For new development,
consider adding a landscaped buffer to screen views
of automobiles while permitting views of buildings
beyond.
Optimize landscape coverage of parking lots.
Shade canopy trees should be provided in tree
wells and at the end of each drive aisle to visually
break up long rows of parked vehicles. Refer to
Dublin Municipal Code for more requirements.
As part of the vision of the Light Industrial Area, a
coordinated theme for signage is recommended.
Landscaping materials that are used for screening
edges of parking lots from the public right-of-
way should be implemented by utilizing one or a
combination of the following:
a. Evergreen hedges, recommended height of 36
inches. The minimum hedge container size should be
5-gallon;
b. Earth berm with a contoured, gradual slope and
ground cover, maximum height 42-inch.
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LANDSCAPE DESIGN GUIDELINES
Perimeter Fence
A fence may be used along the property for security
purposes. Landscaping, such as vines and tall hedges,
against the fence, is encouraged to improve the
aesthetics. Gates should be provided in walls or
fences where necessary to allow for emergency or
maintenance access.
Site Lighting
A uniform lighting level shall be provided to ensure
safety and security at night. Lighting fi xture placement
should provide illumination for outdoor areas such as
parking, shipping and receiving, pedestrian walkways,
and work areas.
Short-term Bike Parking
Provide bicycle parking to support employees who
bike to work.
Benches and Trash Receptacles
Other site furniture, such as benches and trash
receptacles, shall be provided to encourage outdoor
activities.
Stormwater Quality Basin
All plant material found within the basins will conform
with the Alameda County C.3 Stormwater Technical
guidelines and requirements.
Post Top Light Bollard Light
Perimeter Fence
Trash and Ash Receptacle Bench Bike Racks
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BRANAUGH DESIGN GUIDELINES
PLANTING LIST - TREES
Pistacia chinensis ‘Keith Davey’Acer rubrum Tilia cordata ‘Green Spire’ Prunus x yedoensis
Ulmus parvifolia Lagerstroemia indicaAcer palmatum Quercus lobata
PLANTING DESIGN
Landscaping should enhance the quality of developments by framing and softening the appearance of structures,
defi ning site functions, screening, and buffering adjacent uses. To the fullest extent possible, landscaped areas
should generally incorporate planting utilizing a three-tiered system: 1) trees, and taking into consideration the
width of the planting area; 2) shrubs; and 3) grasses and ground covers, and vines.
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Kniphofi a uvaria Agapanthus
Bulbine frutescens Aloe striata Anigozanthos
Teucrium chamaedrysDietes
PLANTING LIST - SHRUBS
Salvia spp.
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PLANTING LIST - GRASSES, VINES, & GROUND COVERS
Myoporum laetum
Bougainvillea spp.Acacia redolens Ficus pumila
Rosa ‘Carpet Rose’ Calamagrostis ‘Karl Foerster’
Lomandra longifolia
Chondropetalum tectorum
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