The Form-Based Approach
A surge of new legislation requires local jurisdictions to implement a streamlined, ministerial review process with clear, objective criteria for the approval of new housing (SB 35 and SB 330). To meet state-mandated housing targets (RHNA), jurisdictions must integrate multifamily housing into established single-family neighborhoods. In communities that demand superior standards, this presents a challenge in reconciling the need for increased density with preserving the existing quality and character of the neighborhoods. A form-based approach, which focuses on the physical form of buildings and their interaction with the public realm, results in consistent, predictable design outcomes that align new developments with the neighborhood’s character while accommodating increased density.
Site Design
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Massing
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Façade Articulation
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Frontage Design
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