UPPER FACADES

Upper facades of the corner commercial buildings display features and detailing similar to residential buildings in the East Row area. Guidelines which are applicable to residential structures regarding windows, exterior brick or frame siding, cornices, roof details, and other elements are also applicable for the upper facades of commercial buildings.

UPPER FACADE GUIDELINES

• All original brick decoration on upper facades shall be preserved and maintained.
• Sheet metal elements such as cornices and hood moldings shall be regularly maintained and repaired where necessary.
• Windows on upper floors shall be kept in their original appearance and configuration. The enclosing or bricking in of windows shall not be permitted. See Window Guidelines for additional window information.
• The upper facades of commercial buildings shall never be covered with added metal or frame panels.

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