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§400: District Classifications

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Residential Uses in the VR: Venetia Village Residential DistrictLegend P: Permitted Use S: Special Exception C: Conditional Use A: Administrative Review

Residential UsesDwelling: Single-family detached PDwelling: Single-Family attached PGroup living facility (Type A) S

CommercialFarmers Market P

AgricultureCommunity Garden PForestry/Woodlot P

Recreation, Education, Public AssemblyPrivate Recreation Facility SSemi-Private Recreation Facility SPublic Recreation Facility PPrivate Club S

ServicesPlaces of Worship and Assembly S

Public Facilities/InfrastructureCommercial Wireless Communications FacilityNew Tower on Existing Building/Structure ACo-Location on Existing Tower Located on Building/Structure A

New Tower in the Venetia Right-of-Way S

Public Facilities/Infrastructure: OtherEmergency Services Facilities PEssential Services PPublic Works Facility PUtility (below grade) P

Accessory UsesAccessory Dwelling Structure PAccessory Structure (private garage, play structure, pool, gazebo, etc.) P

Family Day Care PHome-Based Business (no impact) PHome Occupation PLimited Lodging PParking Lot PSatellite Dish (mounted) PShed PSolar Energy System (Small() P

§ 403.6. VR: Venetia Village Residential District

§ 403. Residential Districts § 403.6 VR: Venetia Village Residential District (formerly R-3)Intent: The intent of this district is to provide zoning regulations in the Hacket area of Peters Township to

promote, encourage, and preserve the unique character of the area.

Principal Uses: The following is a list of principal uses that are permitted by right, special exception, conditional use or administrative approval:

VR

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Development Standards in the VR: Venetia Village: Residential DistrictGeneralized Standards within the VR – Venetia Village: Residential District

The Venetia Village: Residential Neighborhood is a slight name change and clarification of the former R-3 Zoning District (the Village Residential area of Hackett and Venetia). It is designed to preserve the existing village character of this area. A few key elements of this zoning district are listed below:

� Predominately residential uses, but other compatible uses are permitted. � New development will be predominately single-family detached and attached infill that complements the character of the existing Hackett neighborhood.

� Linkages to the nearby VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use Neighborhood and the VC: Venetia Village Commercial area. � Create a mixed residential village character that complements existing village development. � Discourage one housing type from dominating the streetscape. � Develop streets and homes that promote social interaction as well as privacy. � Give priority to pedestrian movement and access to buildings, open spaces, and streets; and discourage design that gives priority to vehicular convenience only.

� Further establish a street circulation system that provides safe and convenient access but discourages fast or heavy traffic that is incompatible with a residential neighborhood.

� Use the existing scale, building orientation, and landscaping to reinforce community identity. � Provide recreational opportunities. � Ensure that new development is compatible with existing neighborhoods.



§400: 47§ 403.6. VR: Venetia Village Residential District

Height and Bulk Dimensions in the VR: Venetia Village Residential DistrictReferenceLinear Dimensions

Minimum Gross Lot (SF/lot) 13,939 ft2

(0.32 acres)Setback - Front(distance to property line)

10’ mionimum/15’ maximum

Setback - Side(distance to property line)

5’

Setback Line - Rear(distance to property line)

10’

Setback Line – Accessory Structure (Side/Rear) 5’

Lot Width 30’ minimum (lot frontage at building line)

Lot Coverage 35%Single-Family Attached Unit Width 24’/unit maximum

Dwelling Units/Structure 2 - 6Gross D.U./Lot 1 D.U./LotSingle-Family Attached Building Length - maximum 144’

Single-Family Detached Building Length - maximum

N.A.

Sidewalk - Required Sidewalk: Significant change, or new development

5’ Required. May extend to back of curb (shall be consistent across block)

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Building Design Standards in the VR: Venetia Village Residential District ReferenceGeneral Building Design Standards (including garage)

� All dwelling units must have at least one primary entrance in the front façade

� All residential buildings shall have pitched roofs (4/12) covering at least eighty percent (80%) of the building with a pitch of at least four (4) vertical inches to every twelve (12) horizontal inches.

� Venetia Village Residential infill units must meet all of the following criteria:

� They may contain a roofed porch extending across at least half of the front of the dwelling and being at least six (6) feet in depth. The porch may not be enclosed.

� All front facing garages must be behind the building’s front façade.

� Garages and/or driveways should not be the dominant aspect of the building design, as seen from the street.

� When garage doors face a street, the garage shall comprise no more than thirty percent (30%) of the total area of the front facade elevation of a dwelling unit, measured from ground level to the lower edge of the roof. .

Alternate Garage Locations � Garages, if utilized, shall meet one of the following design options:

� The garage is side entry, so garage doors are perpendicular or radial to the street which the front facade faces.

� The garage is front-entry and set back at least ten (10) feet from the front facade of the house.

� The garage is located behind the rear facade of the house. This garage may be detached from or attached to the house, and the garage doors may face any direction.

� The garage is rear entry, so garage doors are on the opposite side of the house from the front facade.



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Access and Circulation in the in the VR: Venetia Village Residential District

§ 403.4. VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District

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Local Street Cross Section - Generalized in the VR Local Street Cross Section - Narrow in the VR



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Local Street Cross Section - Medium in the VR Local Street Cross Section - Wide in the VR


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Local Street Cross Section - Boulevard in the VR Local Street Cross Section - Medium in the VR



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Access and Circulation in the VR: Venetia Village Residential District � 50’ Right-of-Way: Parking lanes/On-Street Parking is permitted

� Sidewalk: Required � 5’ Minimum width required if installed

� Planting Strip: Optional, but strongly encouraged � Street Lights: Optional, but strongly enouraged � Cul-de-Sacs strongly discouraged

Cul-de-SacOpen Space

Local Streets

Entrance/Exit to Connector/

Collector or Arterial

Eyebrow

Boulevard/Entrance

Note: Buffers between housing lots and collectors, connectors and arterials are not shown

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Open Space in the VR: Venetia Village Residential District Reference

To provide active and passive recreation areas, and to create a focal point for the community, the VR – Venetia Village Residential District requires at least 10% of the overall development to be preserved as open space. Half of this required open space must consist of central open space, while the other half can be used as a developer deems appropriate.

Some of the central open space, at least 5,000 square feet, must be concentrated in one, centralized open space to serve as a village green/public gathering space. This space may be improved with a gazebo, pavilion, or fountain and benches

The Village Green is relatively large (at least 5,000 square feet) and must be visible from the street, with at least half of the perimeter surrounded by roads.

This open space feature shall be ≥50% of the overall open space,Landscaped medians create parkways and entryways for the development. They must have an average width of 10 feet, a minimum length of 150 feet, and be surrounded by roads on all sides.

Eyebrows create open space courtyards on the sides of roads and must generally be configured as a semicircle.

Other Standards & Requirements: VR: Venetia Village Residential DistrictThe VR: Venetia Village Residential District provides an opportunity for an alternative, medium density subdivision development pattern to offer housing variety while maintaining the character of the Hackett area of Peters Township and easy access to trails and common open space.

Detailed references to General Regulations, Typologies, and Standards will be entered in right column below.Site Planning Standards §501: Landscape Design & Landscaping Standards §502:Building Construction and Design Standards §503:Open Space Standards §504:Circulation & Access Standards §505:Parking Standards §506:Buffering Standards §507:Accessory Structures §509:Lighting §510:Walls & Fences §511:Signage §512:

Village Green

Landscaped Median

Eyebrow

§ 403.6. VR: Venetia Village Residential District § 404.1. TC: McMurray Town Center District


§400: 105§ 405.2. VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District

§ 405. Non-Residential Districts § 405.2 VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use DistrictIntent: This district is intended to provide for an appropriate mix of compatible residential, commercial

and office land uses. This district is also designed to provide services for surrounding residential neighborhoods.

Mixed-use activity centers serve broader economic, entertainment, and community activities.Uses and buildings are located on small blocks with streets designed to encourage pedestrian activities. Buildings typically stand two stories in height with residential units or offices above storefronts. Parking is satisfied using structured parking, and shared rear-lot parking strategies. A mixed-use center may be surrounded by one or more neighborhoods that encourage active living, with a comprehensive and interconnected network of walkable streets.


VM

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Permitted Uses in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use DistrictLegend P: Permitted Use S: Special Exception C: Conditional Use A: Administrative Review

ResidentialSingle-Family Detached Dwelling PSingle-Family Attached Dwelling PMulti-Family Dwelling PGroup living facility (Type A) PGroup living facility (Type B) SGroup living facility (Type C) S

CommercialBar /nightclub PBrewpub PConvenience Store (no gas station as accessory use) P

Farmer’s Market POffice POffice, Medical PRetail stores, small scale (<5,000 sq ft) (note: Currently no size restriction)

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Retail stores, small scale (>5,000 sq ft) (note: Currently no size restriction)

P

Restaurant PAgriculture

Community garden PForestry/woodlot P

Recreation, Education, Public AssemblyPlace of Worship/Assembly PRecreation: public PRecreation: private PRecreation: commercial PSchool PStudio PTheater / Auditorium P

ServicesBank PBed and Breakfast Facility PBusiness services PDay care facility (commercial) P

Services (continued)

Gallery PHotel/Motel POffice POffice, medical PNursing Care Facility PPersonal services PPharmacy PPost office PTheater PVeterinary services P

IndustrialConventional Gas Drilling P

Public Facilities / InfrastructureCommercial wireless communications facilityNew tower on existing building/structure ACo-location on existing tower located on building/structure A

Antenna Mounted on Existing Building or Tower ANew tower in the right-of-way SPublic Facilities / Infrastructure: OtherEmergency services facilities PEssential services PPublic works facility PUtility (below-grade) P

AccessoryAccessory Dwelling Unit PAccessory structure (private garage, play structure, pool, gazebo, etc.) P

Drive-Thru PFamily Day Care PHome-Based Business, No Impact PHome Occupation PLimited Lodging (Air BnB) PParking Lot PResidence for Operator of Business PShed PSolar energy system (small) PWind facility (small) P

§ 405.2. VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District § 405.2. VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District


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Development Standardsin the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use DistrictGeneralized Standards within the MA: Mixed Use Activity Center District

The Venetia Village Mixed Use District (VM) is a pedestrian-oriented district. To help maintain a village character and encourage pedestrian-friendly environment, buildings shall be generally placed adjacent to the sidewalk in the Venetia Village Mixed Use District (VM). Where there are multiple adjacent buildings/units, the facade of each building should be unique and may be articulated within a range of 3 - 5 feet from the setback/build-to line. Residential-only structure(s) (Multi-family attached) shall also be articulated and be placed between zero (0’) and twenty feet (20’) from the sidewalk.

� All proposed development shall be served by public sewage and water facilities. � The Venetia Village Mixed Use District (VM) shall be a true mixed-use development, offer a diversity of moderate-density housing types, commercial/retail and mixed uses, as well as public/common spaces.

� The placement of all residential units shall provide for public safety and convenience to community resources, as well as privacy.

� Buffer zones, with vegetative screening, shall be placed between the Mixed Use Activity Centers (MA) parking and loading areas, core commercial, mixed-use and commercial zones and neighboring residential areas, property lines and natural areas. A buffer of twenty-five feet (25’) is required between non-residential areas and adjacent arterial, collector and connector roads. The buffer zone shall be included in the area to be subdivided. No buffer zone is required between commercial and mixed-use areas of the Venetia Village Mixed Use District (VM).

� The buffer area shall be appropriately planted with native grasses, shrubs and trees. Vegetation blocking views between commercial areas shall not be allowed.

§ 405.2. VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District

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Height & Bulk in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use DistrictReferenceLinear Dimensions

Minimum Lot Size (no maximum lot size)

2,500 sq. ft.

Maximum Building Foot Print

10,000 sq. ft. – maximum for non-residential uses

Lot Width 20’ minimum � (No maximum) � [combining lots is permitted]

Build-To/Setback - Front

� 0’ (build to sidewalk) minimum

� 20’ maximum (for purposes of courtyard, plaza, outdoor dining area, etc.)

� Buildings shall be articulated (variation in setback is encouraged)

Sidewalk 8’ minimum clear of all obstructions

Build-To/Setback - Side

� 0’ if buildings share a common wall

� 0’ minimum to sidewalk/driveway

� 5’ maximum

Mid-Block Pedestrian Access

� If building has >150’ sidewalk frontage, a lighted, landscaped pedestrian accessway must be provided to connect storefronts to parking.

� Accessway: 10’ minimum, 20’ maximum � Accessway should align with crosswalk on frontage street, if applicable.

Building Build-To/Setback - Rear � 0’ - 5’ Parking, Service, Shipping/Receiving, and Waste Dumpster

� 25’ maximum from rear of building to service drive

§ 405.2. VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District § 405.2. VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District

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Height & Bulk in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use DistrictReferenceHeight Dimensions

Building Height Other MA Districts: � 32’ (2 stories)[avg. ground height to ave. roof height]

Mixed Use Upper levels are commercial and/or residential

1st Floor Height 14’ maximumF.A.R.(Floor Area Ratio)

� 1.0 (gross floor area/gross site area)

Roof � Flat roof and pitched roof permitted

� Green roofs permitted and encouraged

� Pitched roof – 1:4 minimum

� Utilities: HVAC, elevator penthouse, etc. shall not be visible from ground level or may be screened

Awnings � 4’ minimum depth � 8’ minimum clearance height above sidewalk

� 4’ minimum distance from front edge to curb

� Canopies Permitted above ground floor

� Balconies � Permitted above ground floor

� 8’ maximum extension from upper floor façade line


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Building Activation VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District Reference

Ground level transparency 70%Upper floor transparency 40%Blank wall area (between windows) 10’ maximumPlanter/Flower boxes � Allowed

� Shall not exceed 1’ in depth � Shall not extend beyond setback/build-to line

Entrance � Primary entrance shall be in front of building

� Secondary entrance may be on any open side of building

Recessed Entrance � Permitted, but not required � Distance, sidewalk level to glazing: 2’ � Recess depth: 5’ maximum � Recess depth shall not exceed maximum setback

General Siting Standards in the MA: Mixed Use Activity Center District Reference

� Parking lots at periphery or in parking courts behind building

� Peripheral/rear parking shall be visually buffered

� 8’ minimum sidewalks along all building frontages

� 5’ clearance (minimum) between edge of sidewalk and any outdoor seating/display space

� Planting strip or tree boxes between sidewalk and curb are required

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Form Elements in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use DistrictReferenceForm & Pattern (from Plan Peters 2022 - Place Type Summarized)

Form Elements of the Commercial and Mixed-Use Typology

� Attached units � Medium footprint � Buildings built-to-the R.O.W. (sidewalk) or with small setback

� Up to 2 stories/32’ � Mix of frontage styles � Loading docks shall be at rear of structure or in service court, away from pedestrians

� May serve as “live/work” units

Pitched Roof (optional)

Front Doors(front doors are easy

to see and enter)

Small Building Footprint

Front Facade Close to Street (may be recessed)

(up to 20’ back of curb)

Large Windows (70% window area

along facade)

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Design Standards in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District Reference

Miscallaneous Standards � No Ancillary Structures (except trash enclosure)

� No fences/barriers allowed, except for outdoor seating

� Fence around outdoor seating: 36” maximum height

� Entrance only allowed from inside building � Barriers shall be transparent or semi-transparent

� Barriers may be, or include, plantings � All buildings shall have primary entrance along front façade

� Loading docks, overhead doors and other service entries shall not be located on street-facing facades

Access and Circulation in the in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District

On-Street Parking Standards in the MA: Mixed Use Activity Center District � Angled parking - 450 angle, or parallel parking (either, or both sides)

� Pedestrian bump-outs shall be used at all intersections.

� Mid-block crossings, with bump-outs shall be used if block is >150’.

� Pedestrian bump-outs should have rain gardens in areas not part of cross walks

� Round-abouts are encouraged at intersections.

� Pedestrian activated crossing control should be used in absense of round-about.

� Speed hump, or contrasting paving material shall be used for crosswalks.



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Local Street Cross Section - Generalized in the VM Local Street Cross Section - Narrow in the VM


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Local Street Cross Section - Medium in the VM Local Street Cross Section - Wide in the VM



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Local Street Cross Section - Boulevard in the VM Local Street Cross Section - Medium in the VM


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Parking Standards in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District Reference

General Surface Parking � Vehicular Access. Vehicular access to surface parking shall be from an alley or side street where possible.

� Pedestrian Access. Safe provisions for pedestrian access to and through a parking lot shall be required. Surface parking areas and pedestrian walkways connecting to them shall be well-lit.

Location of Surface Parking � Surface parking shall be located to the rear of the principal building or to the side (however, parking shall not be located between a building and the street).

� Parking shall be set back 10 feet from the legal right-of-way.

� On-street parking shall be angled or parallel along local access streets:

� Angled parking shall extending no farther than 16’ from curb to end of parking space.

� Parallel parking shall not exceed 8’ from the curb.

� Parking may be located in shared parking lots or parking structures behind (away from local access streets) buildings with an alley.

� Parking areas on abutting nonresidential lots shall be interconnected by access driveways.

� Each non-residential lot shall provide cross-access easements for its parking areas and access driveways guaranteeing access to adjacent lots. Interconnections shall be logically placed and easily identifiable to ensure convenient traffic flow.

Driveway width reduced substantially

Parking lots of abutting properties are interconnected

Common driveway for two lots



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Parking Standards i n the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District (continued) Reference

Screening of Parking, Loading & Service Areas � Parking lots visible from a street shall be continuously screened by a 3-foot-high wall/fence or plantings. Parking lots adjacent to a residential use shall be continuously screened by a 6-foot-high wall/fence or plantings. Screening shall include:

� Hedges, installed at 36 inches in height; or � Mixed planting (trees and shrubs); or � Wall sections, with no wall break of more than 9 feet, and landscaping to provide a continuous screen.

� Service and loading areas must be visually screened from street and pedestrian ways. For new construction, service and loading areas must be behind the building.

Streetscape Standards in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District Reference

Outdoor Dining � Outdoor furnishings are limited to tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

� Outdoor furniture shall be stored inside the restaurant, or within the setback area after normal operating hours.

� Planters, posts with ropes, or other removable enclosures, as well as a reservation podium are encouraged and shall be used as a way of defining the area occupied by the café

� Refuse facilities should be provided. � Outdoor heating units may be used. � Outdoor dining shall not impede pedestrian traffic flow. A minimum pathway of at least 5’ free of obstacles shall be maintained.

Urban Garden Standards � Minimum size required is 300 sq. ft. � An urban garden shall be located where it is visible and accessible from either a public sidewalk or pedestrian connection.

� 60% of the garden shall be of plant materials such as trees, vines, shrubs, and seasonal flowers with year round interest. All trees shall be 3.5 inches in caliper.

� A water feature is encouraged. � One seating space is required for each 30 sq. ft. of garden area.

Urban Garden Standards � Minimum size required is 300 ft2 (if used) � An urban garden shall be located where it is visible and accessible from either a public sidewalk or pedestrian connection

� 60% of the farden shall be of plant materials such as trees, vines, shrubs and seasonal flowers with year-round interest

� A water feature is encouraged � One seating space is required for each 30 ft2 of garden area.


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Streetscape Standards in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District (continued) Reference

Public Plazas/Squares/Courtyard Standards � The minimum size required is 500 sq. ft. � The plaza shall be located where it is visible and accessible from either a public sidewalk or pedestrian connection.

� 30% of the plaza shall be landscaped with trees, shrubs, and mixed plantings with year round interest.

� The plaza shall use the following paving materials: unit pavers, paving stones, or concrete. No more than 20% of the plaza shall be concrete.

� One seating space is required for each 30 sq. ft. of plaza area.

� The plaza shall not be used for parking, loading, or vehicular access (excluding emergency vehicular access).

� Public art and fountains are encouraged. � Trash containers shall be distributed throughout plaza.

� The plaza shall provide shade by using the following elements: trees, canopies, trellises, umbrellas, or building walls.

� One tree is required for every 500 sq. ft. Trees shall be of 3.5 inches in caliper.

� Human-scale lighting shall be provided. � Plazas shall connect to other activities such as outdoor cafes, restaurants, and building entries.

� Plazas shall be located if possible to have maximum direct sunlight with a south or west orientation.

� Plazas, if constructed by a private/non-profit entity, shall have an agreement with the community for public access.



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Design Standards in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use Districtt Reference

Pedestrian Design Standards � Sidewalks are required along all street frontages with a minimum width of eight feet.

� Sidewalks are required to connect the street frontage to all front building entrances, parking areas, central open space, and any other destination that generates pedestrian traffic. Sidewalks shall connect to existing sidewalks on abutting tracts and other nearby pedestrian destination points.

� Planting buffers, 4’ back of curb to clear sidewalk path are encouraged.

� The sidewalk pattern shall continue across driveways and streets.

Building Design Standards, Non-Residential Building and Multi-Family Building Shall Meet the Following Requirements:

All primary building entrances shall be accentuated. Entrances permitted include: recessed, protruding, canopy, portico, or overhang.


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Design Standards in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District Reference

Walls and Windows � Blank walls shall not be permitted along any exterior wall facing a street, parking area, or walking area. Walls or portions of walls where windows are not provided shall have architectural treatments that are similar to the front façade, including materials, colors, and details. At least four of the following architectural treatments shall be provided:

� Masonry, but not flat concrete block � Concrete or masonry plinth at the base � Belt courses of a different texture or color � Projecting cornice � Projecting metal canopy � Decorative tilework � Trellis containing planting � Medallions � Opaque or translucent glass � Artwork � Vertical/horizontal articulation � Lighting fixtures

Ancillary Structures � Trash enclosures and gazebos, arbors, porticos, pergolas, fountains, etc. are allowed in open spaces

� Enclosed trash areas are allowedDrive-Thru � Minimum Use:

� Must be on blank side of end storefront � 5 vehicle maximum que

Allowed Encroachments Balconies, Bay Windows, Canopies, Awnings, etc. are allowed.

ProjectingCornice

HorizontalArticulation

Canopy

Flower Baskets



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Other Standards & Requirementsin the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use DistrictThis district promotes the use of pedestrian-friendly and mixed-use design to establish the character of a village for the Venetia area of Peters Township.

Detailed references to General Regulations, Typologies, and Standards will be entered in right column below.Site Planning Standards §501: Landscape Design & Landscaping Standards §502Building Construction and Design Standards §503Open Space Standards §504Circulation & Access Standards §505Parking Standards §506Buffering Standards §507Accessory Structures §509Lighting §510Walls & Fences §511Signage §512


Form Elements in the VM: Venetia Village Mixed Use District (continued) Reference

Multi-Family Residential � Attached, multi-family units � Buildings built-to-the R.O.W. (sidewalk), or with shallow setbacks

� Diverse mix of frontage styles � Articulated facades � Parking and service access shall be at rear of structure, or in service court, away from pedestrians

� Green courts are encouraged � Service courts are encouraged � Direct access to local streets only � Parking lots at periphery or in parking courts behind building

� Limited on-street parking (angled or parallel) on frontage and side streets

� 8’ minimum sidewalks along all store frontages



� Upper levels are optional


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§ 403. Non-Residential Districts § 403.4 VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District (formerly C-1)Intent: Small scale, neighborhood commercial centers provide goods and services to surrounding

neighborhoods. Their proximity to neighborhoods requires that operations be low-intensity, unobtrusive, and at a scale and design compatible with nearby residential development. The design of neighborhood commercial centers transitions effectively between residential and non-residential uses, and includes safe and convenient pedestrian and bicycle access for nearby residents. While this is primarily a commercial category, some neighborhood commercial centers may include upper story residential. Sites also effectively minimize the impact of cut through traffic on nearby neighborhood streets by orienting vehicle access, circulation, etc. away from the neighborhood..


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Permitted Uses in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial DistrictLegend P: Permitted Use S: Special Exception C: Conditional Use A: Administrative Review

ResidentialSingle-Family Detached Dwelling PSingle-Family Attached Dwelling PMulti-Family Attached PFlat P

CommercialBar /nightclub PBrewpub PConvenience Store (no gas station as accessory use) P

Farmer’s Market PFuneral Home POffice POffice, Medical PRestaurant PRetail stores, small scale (<5,000 sq ft) (note: Currently no size restriction)

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Restaurant PAgriculture

Community garden PForestry/woodlot P

Recreation, Education, Public AssemblyPlace of Worship/Assembly SPRivate Club SRecreation: public PRecreation: private PRecreation: commercial PStudio PTheater / Auditorium P

ServicesBank PBed and Breakfast Facility PBusiness services CDay care facility (commercial) PGallery PHotel/Motel P

Personal services PServices (continued)

Pharmacy PPost office PPublic Utility or Structure (public works facility) SVeterinary services P

IndustrialConventional Gas Drilling P

Public Facilities / InfrastructureCommercial wireless communications facilityNew tower on existing building/structure ACo-location on existing tower located on building/structure A

Antenna Mounted on Existing Building or Tower ANew tower in the right-of-way S

Public Facilities / Infrastructure: OtherEmergency services facilities PEssential services PPublic works facility PUtility (below-grade) P

AccessoryAccessory Dwelling Unit PAccessory structure (private garage, play structure, pool, gazebo, etc.) P

Family Day Care PGreenhouse - MinorHome-Based Business, No Impact PHome Occupation PLimited Lodging (Air BnB) PParking Lot PResidence for Operator of Business PSatellite Dish (mounted) PSolar energy system (small) PWind facility (small) P

§ 403.4. VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District § 403.4. VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District


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Development Standardsin the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial DistrictGeneralized Standards within the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District

The Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District (VC) is a predominately small-scaled commercial district mixed-use, pedestrian-oriented district with limited, mostly existing residential development. To help maintain a village character and encourage pedestrian-friendly environments, non-residential buildings shall be generally placed adjacent to the sidewalk in the Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District (VC). Where there are multiple adjacent buildings/units, the facade of each building should be unique and may be articulated within a range of 3 - 5 feet from the setback/build-to line. Residential-only structure(s) (Multi-family and smaller Patio Homes) shall be of similar village character.

� All proposed development shall be served by public sewage and water facilities. � The Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District (VC) shall be a true mixture of commercial/retail and limited residential uses as well as public/common spaces.

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Height & Bulk in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial DistrictReferenceLinear Dimensions

Minimum Lot Size (no maximum lot size)

2,500 sq. ft.

Minimum Building Foot Print

� 2,500 sq. ft. – minimum

� 10,000 sq. ft. – maximum for non-residential uses

Lot Width 20’ minimum � (No maximum) � [combining lots is permitted]

Build-To/Setback - Front

� 0’ (build to sidewalk) minimum

� 20’ maximum (for purposes of courtyard, plaza, outdoor dining area, etc.)

� Buildings shall be articulated (variation in setback is encouraged)

Sidewalk 5’ minimum clear of all obstructions

Build-To/Setback - Side

� 0’ if buildings share a common wall

� 0’ minimum to sidewalk/driveway

� 5’ maximum

Mid-Block Pedestrian Access

� If building has >150’ sidewalk frontage, a lighted, landscaped pedestrian accessway must be provided to connect storefronts to parking.

� Accessway: 10’ minimum, 20’ maximum � Accessway should align with crosswalk on frontage street, if applicable.

Building Build-To/Setback - Rear � 0’ - 5’ Parking, Service, Shipping/Receiving, and Waste Dumpster

� 25’ maximum from rear of building to service drive


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Height & Bulk in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial DistrictHeight Dimensions

Building Height � 36’ (2 stories) [avg. ground height to avg. roof height]

� Upper levels are commercial and/or residential

1st Floor Height 14’ maximumF.A.R.(Floor Area Ratio)

� 1.0 (gross floor area/gross site area)

Height above sidewalk level

1” maximum

Roof � Flat roof and pitched roof permitted

� Green roofs permitted and encouraged

� Pitched roof – 1:4 minimum

� Utilities: HVAC, elevator penthouse, etc. shall not be visible from ground level or may be screened

Awnings � 4’ minimum depth � 8’ minimum clearance height above sidewalk

� 4’ minimum distance from front edge to curb

� Canopies Permitted above ground floor

� Balconies � Permitted above ground floor

� 8’ maximum extension from upper floor façade line



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Building Activation VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District Reference

Ground level transparency 70%Upper floor transparency 40%Blank wall area (between windows) 10’ maximumPlanter/Flower boxes � Allowed

� Shall not exceed 1’ in depth � Shall not extend beyond setback/build-to line

Entrance � Primary entrance shall be in front of building

� Secondary entrance may be on any open side or rear of building

Recessed Entrance � Permitted, but not required � Distance, sidewalk level to glazing: 2’ � Recess depth: 5’ maximum � Recess depth shall not exceed maximum setback

General Siting Standards in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District � Easy access to/from Venetia Road. � Follows local street typologies with minimum on-street parking typologies

� Commercial loading/service typology � Parking lots at periphery or in parking courts behind building

� Peripheral/rear parking shall be visually buffered

� 8’ minimum sidewalks along all building frontages



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Form Elements in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial DistrictReferenceForm & Pattern (from Plan Peters 2022 - Place Type Summarized)

Form Elements of the Village Commercial Typology � Attached units � Medium footprint � Buildings built-to-the R.O.W. (sidewalk) or with small setback

� Up to 2 stories/36’ � Mix of frontage styles � Loading docks shall be at rear of structure or in service court, away from pedestrians

� May serve as “live/work” units

Pitched Roof (optional)

Front Doors(front doors are easy

to see and enter)

Small Building Footprint

Front Facade Close to Street (may be recessed)

(up to 20’ back of curb)

Large Windows (70% window area

along facade)


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Design Standards in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District Reference

Miscellaneous Standards � No Ancillary Structures (except trash enclosure)

� No fences/barriers allowed, except for outdoor seating

� Fence around outdoor seating: 36” maximum height

� Barriers shall be transparent or semi-transparent

� Barriers may be, or include, plantings � All buildings shall have primary entrance along front façade

� Loading docks, overhead doors and other service entries shall not be located on street-facing facades

Access and Circulation in the in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District

On-Street Parking Standards in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District � Angled parking - 450 angle, or parallel parking (either, or both sides)

� Pedestrian bump-outs shall be used at all intersections.

� Mid-block crossings, with bump-outs shall be used if block is >150’.

� Pedestrian bump-outs should have rain gardens in areas not part of cross walks

� Round-abouts are encouraged at intersections.

� Pedestrian activated crossing control should be used in absense of round-about.

� Speed hump, or contrasting paving material shall be used for crosswalks.



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Parking Standards in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District Reference

General Surface Parking � Vehicular Access. Vehicular access to surface parking shall be from an alley or side street where possible.

� Pedestrian Access. Safe provisions for pedestrian access to and through a parking lot shall be required. Surface parking areas and pedestrian walkways connecting to them shall be well-lit.

Location of Surface Parking � Surface parking shall be located to the rear of the principal building or to the side (however, surface parking shall not be located between a building and the street).

� Parking shall be set back 10 feet from the legal right-of-way.

� On-street parking shall be angled or parallel along local access streets:

� Angled parking shall extend no farther than 16’ from curb to end of parking space.

� Parallel parking shall be contained within 8’ of the curb.

� Parking may be located in shared parking lots or parking structures behind (away from local access streets) buildings with an alley.

� Parking areas on abutting nonresidential lots shall be interconnected by access driveways.

� Each non-residential lot shall provide cross-access easements for its parking areas and access driveways guaranteeing access to adjacent lots. Interconnections shall be logically placed and easily identifiable to ensure convenient traffic flow.

Driveway width reduced substantially

Parking lots of abutting properties are interconnected

Common driveway for two lots



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Parking Standards i n the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District (continued) Reference

Screening of Parking, Loading & Service Areas � Parking lots visible from a street shall be continuously screened by a 3-foot-high wall/fence or plantings. Parking lots adjacent to a residential use shall be continuously screened by a 6-foot-high wall/fence or plantings. Screening shall include:

� Hedges, installed at 36 inches in height; or � Mixed planting (trees and shrubs); or � Wall sections, with no wall break of more than 9 feet, and landscaping to provide a continuous screen.

� Service and loading areas must be visually screened from street and pedestrian ways. For new construction, service and loading areas must be behind the building.

Streetscape Standards in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District Reference

Outdoor Dining � Outdoor furnishings are limited to tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

� Outdoor furniture shall be stored inside the restaurant, or within the setback area after normal operating hours.

� Planters, posts with ropes, or other removable enclosures, as well as a reservation podium are encouraged and shall be used as a way of defining the area occupied by the café

� Refuse facilities should be provided. � Outdoor heating units may be used. � Outdoor dining shall not impede pedestrian traffic flow. A minimum pathway of at least 5’ free of obstacles shall be maintained.

Urban Garden Standards � Minimum size required is 300 sq. ft. � An urban garden shall be located where it is visible and accessible from either a public sidewalk or pedestrian connection.

� 60% of the garden shall be of plant materials such as trees, vines, shrubs, and seasonal flowers with year round interest. All trees shall be 3.5 inches in caliper.

� A water feature is encouraged. � One seating space is required for each 30 sq. ft. of garden area.


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Streetscape Standards in the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial District(continued) Reference

Public Plazas/Squares/Courtyard Standards � The minimum size required is 500 sq. ft. � The plaza shall be located where it is visible and accessible from either a public sidewalk or pedestrian connection.

� 30% of the plaza shall be landscaped with trees, shrubs, and mixed plantings with year round interest.

� The plaza shall use the following paving materials: unit pavers, paving stones, or concrete. No more than 20% of the plaza shall be concrete.

� One seating space is required for each 30 sq. ft. of plaza area.

� The plaza shall not be used for parking, loading, or vehicular access (excluding emergency vehicular access).

� Public art and fountains are encouraged. � Trash containers shall be distributed throughout plaza.

� The plaza shall provide shade by using the following elements: trees, canopies, trellises, umbrellas, or building walls.

� One tree is required for every 500 sq. ft. Trees shall be of 3.5 inches in caliper.

� Human-scale lighting shall be provided. � Plazas shall connect to other activities such as outdoor cafes, restaurants, and building entries.

� Plazas shall be located if possible to have maximum direct sunlight with a south or west orientation.

� Plazas, if constructed by a private/non-profit entity, shall have an agreement with the community for public access.





Pedestrian Design Standards � Sidewalks are required along all street frontages with a minimum width of eight feet.

� Sidewalks are required to connect the street frontage to all front building entrances, parking areas, central open space, and any other destination that generates pedestrian traffic. Sidewalks shall connect to existing sidewalks on abutting tracts and other nearby pedestrian destination points.

� Planting buffers, 4’ back of curb to clear sidewalk path are encouraged.

� The sidewalk pattern shall continue across driveways and streets.

Building Design Standards, Non-Residential Buildings and Multi-Family Buildings Shall Meet the Following Requirements:

� All primary building entrances shall be accentuated. Entrances permitted include: recessed, protruding, canopy, portico, or overhang.


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Walls and Windows � Blank walls shall not be permitted along any exterior wall facing a street, parking area, or walking area. Walls or portions of walls where windows are not provided shall have architectural treatments that are similar to the front façade, including materials, colors, and details. At least four of the following architectural treatments shall be provided:

� Masonry, but not flat concrete block � Concrete or masonry plinth at the base � Belt courses of a different texture or color � Projecting cornice � Projecting metal canopy � Decorative tilework � Trellis containing planting � Medallions � Opaque or translucent glass � Artwork � Vertical/horizontal articulation � Lighting fixtures

Ancillary Structures � Trash enclosures and gazebos, arbors, porticos, pergolas, fountains, etc. are allowed in open spaces

� Enclosed trash areas are allowedDrive-Thru � Minimum Use:

� Must be on blank side of end storefront � 5 vehicle maximum que

Allowed Encroachments Balconies, Bay Windows, Canopies, Awnings, etc. are allowed.

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Other Standards & Requirementsin the VC: Venetia Village Neighborhood Commercial DistrictThis district promotes the use of pedestrian-friendly and mixed-use design to establish the character of a village for the Venetia area of Peters Township.

Detailed references to General Regulations, Typologies, and Standards will be entered in right column below.Site Planning Standards §501: Landscape Design & Landscaping Standards §502Building Construction and Design Standards §503Open Space Standards §504Circulation & Access Standards §505Parking Standards §506Buffering Standards §507Accessory Structures §509Lighting §510Walls & Fences §511Signage §512


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