ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS

Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road

“It’s all in how you arrange the thing...the careful
balance of the design is the motion”

-Andrew Wyeth
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION
HISTORY & DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY 2
SUSTAINABILITY 3
SITE PLAN 4

BUILDING TYPES
OVERVIEW 5
CONDOMINIUM 6
CARRIAGE HOMES 7
SINGLE FAMILY 8-9
CLUBHOUSE 10

BUILDING ELEMENTS
DOORS 11
WINDOWS 12
LIGHTING 13
PORCHES & PATIOS & DECKS 14
MATERIALS 15

SITE ELEMENTS
FENCES 16
DRIVEWAY 16
TRASH COLLECTION 16
SIGNAGE 17
GENERAL LANDSCAPING 17

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES 18-23

APPENDIX
GLOSSARY 24
PROJECT TEAM 25

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 HISTORY & DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY

HISTORY

Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road, nestled in the Historic Brandywine Valley, is an escape into a world of natural beauty, cultural institutions and
casual lifestyle. From the picturesque scenery depicted by three generations of Wyeths, to the cultural foundations laid by the duPonts, Brandywine
Valley enlivens your senses at every turn.

The origin of “Brandywine” is said to have two stories, one involving a Dutch shipwreck at the mouth of the creek, thereby spilling “Brandywine” – a
rather potent Dutch spirit; the other is said to be from Andreas Brainwende, an early Dutch settler who established one of the first grain mills on the
river. Today, most historians believe the latter story.

In the late 17th century, through the direction of William Penn, the Quakers established sprawling estates and mills along the creeks of the Brandywine
River. These water-powered mills supplied the world with the leading brand of flour of the day. In the early 18th century, Brandywine Valley became
America’s paper mill center. The valley supplied Benjamin Franklin’s print shop in Philadelphia, along with paper for the Continental Congress’
currency.

Harnessing the same creeks, a French emigre by the name of Eleuthere Irenee duPont de Nemours established a black powder mill, giving rise to the
prominent DuPont Company. During the heyday of the duPont Family, Winterthur, Longwood Gardens, and Nemours Mansion were built, along with
such cultural institutions as the Hotel duPont and duPont Theater – the only Broadway theater in Delaware.

DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY

The Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road site is bordered by a large residential community that features many stately homes of local vernacular
styles from English Tudor to Center Hall Colonial as is typical of many mid century developments. The varied textures and shapes of these graceful
architectural styles are nicely articulated by the use of stone, stucco, brick and siding, which anchors the architecture to its natural park like setting.
The site plan was crafted to preserve desirable trees, handle stormwater runoff in an ecologically sensitive manner and incorporate the built elements,
(streets, parking, buildings) in a manner that minimizes their impact on the site and surrounding areas. These elements continue the vision of responsible
development pioneered by Bancroft and Woodlawn earlier in Delaware’s history.

The architectural styling for the Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road was developed incorporating elements from homes in the surrounding
residential development to provide a sense of continuity, while giving an easily identifiable signature style for these new designs. The style is very
American, through the use of massing, roof types, fenestration, siding, and stone veneer which borrow features from the early 20th century Wilmington
area. This Neo-Traditional style has become very popular in recent years.

The new designs incorporate “green” features, which reduce the carbon footprint, minimize operating costs and extend the life of the buildings.
Desirable green features found in the vernacular architecture such as overhangs and hip roofs, and natural materials such as brick and stone are
incorporated in the designs of all building types. Windows, doors and exterior envelope systems will be specified for maximum energy efficiency and
life cycle savings.

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In a broad sense, sustainable development reduces environmental impact through increased efficiency, while providing financial and environmental T
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benefits for the Developer, Occupants, and Surrounding Communities. Sustainable practices, when applied holistically, reduce consumption of
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energy and materials, thereby creating a comfortable and healthy living environment. D
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In this nature, Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road’s goal is becoming a sustainable role model for Active Adult developments in New Castle C
County, Delaware. More specifically, the project is not a greenfield development but will redevelop a site planned to be vacated by the existing T
owner, and will reduce its negative environmental impact by using Best Management Practices (BMP) integrated across the entire development I
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process. These practices include context sensitive design, consideration of existing vegetation and topography, integrated design, construction,
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operations, and maintenance methods that can bring measurable “environmentally-friendly” benefits to the project, from the site scale down to
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Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road will be assessed S

against the National Green Building Standard, with the intent U
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of achieving a Gold Rating. This standard, developed by the
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National Association of Home Builders, intends to “establish A
practices for the design and construction of green residential I
buildings, building sites, subdivisions, and renovation thereof. N
This Standard is intended to provide flexibility to permit the A
use of innovative approaches and techniques.” Though it is B
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not required that all buildings at Columbia Place at Garden
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of Eden Road complete the NAHB Certification process, it is I
mandated that the same level of care and consideration T
go into the planning, design, and construction of each Y
building.

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Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road thoughtfully complements the

adjacent properties, while preserving the beauty of the natural landscape.
The scale of the buildings descends as one moves from Concord Pike
TAVISTOCK

towards Tavistock, creating a buffer from the more dense commercial

BRANDYWINE
properties along Concord Pike. The smaller scale carriage and single family
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CONDOMINIUM
The condominium buildings at
Columbia Place at Garden of
Eden Road consist of residential
units stacked above structured
parking. Each building will contain
approximately forty residential
units. The standard unit is a two
bedroom, two bathroom layout.
The condominium buildings
respond to residential and
commercial scale buildings
surrounding the site, as well as the
natural setting of the Brandywine
Valley. The vernacular architecture
of the late nineteenth and early
twentieth centuries responded
to environmental factors and
the tradition continues here with
a slight twist. Design elements
take their cue from the natural
environment while also helping
to protect it by lowering the
required energy use. Low sloped
roofs with gracious overhangs
protect against solar gain while
ample fenestration provides
day-lighting. Sheltered decks
and operable windows allow for
natural ventilation.
SINGLE FAMILY
The style of the single family homes
reflects the character of the
community. Two elevations are
available for each model, along
with multiple material and color
selections. These choices create
streetscapes which provide
compatibility while maintaining
the individuality of the homes.
The single family homes will
provide floor plans and amenities
specifically designed for the
Active Adult lifestyle. Both models
will have first floor master suites for
convenient living on one level.
The master suites incorporate
gracious master baths with large
showers and separate his and her
vanities. Large walk-in closets are
also included. Flexibility is built into
the units with spaces that can be
used as bedrooms or offices, and
large open floor plans that can be
furnished in many styles. Second
floor spaces can be chosen by
the homeowner to incorporate
an entertainment area, office,
bedroom with bath or additional
storage. Optional basements are
available on some lots for more
finished living space or additional
storage.
BUILDING TYPES
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CARRIAGE HOMES CLUBHOUSE
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As with the single family designs, The clubhouse will be a one story
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the carriage homes are designed building of approximately 2,600
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with architectural features total square feet and will feature
similar to the local vernacular a lobby, fitness center, business/
architecture of the surrounding activities office, community room,
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residential neighborhoods, such multipurpose room, and kitchen.
as the gabled roof forms, windows
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styles, and graceful proportions. The Community Center is the heart
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The massing and scale of the of any community and is especially
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carriage homes creates an important for active adults who
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interesting streetscape with varied enjoy a social gathering place.
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roof heights, the use of dormers The architecture will reflect the
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for second floor areas, and single style of the adjacent residential
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carriage style garage doors. neighborhood and the interior
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will offer comfortable rooms and
The arrangement of the interiors amenities that also reflect the local
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offers the residents the opportunity character of the neighborhood.
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to enjoy all of their activities
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on the first floor, including the
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comfortable owner’s suite, while
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providing privacy by utilizing
the second floor for secondary
bedrooms and flex space for
multiple potential uses. Lots of
glass and interior lighting will
allow the homeowner to enjoy
the interior of the home and feel
connected to the natural setting
with the abundance of trees and
generous landscaping.

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CONDOMINIUM DESIGN ELEMENTS

STONE VENEER ARTICULATES BASE

MAINTENANCE FREE TRIM

HORIZONTAL SIDING

PORCH WITH RAIL

ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLES

FIXED WINDOWS

DOUBLE HUNG STYLE WINDOWS

ARCHITECTURAL ENTRY SYSTEM WITH SIDELITES


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1. ARCHITECTURAL ENTRY SYSTEM WITH SIDELITES I
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7. CARRIAGE STYLE GARAGE DOORS

8. EXTERIOR LIGHT TO COMPLEMENT

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 BUILDING TYPES - SINGLE FAMILY

SINGLE FAMILY DESIGN ELEMENTS

1. FOUNDATION WITH STAMPED BRICK OR STONE

VENEER BASE

2. HORIZONTAL SIDING

3. ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLES

4. HIP ROOF

5. SHED DORMER AND FIXED WINDOWS

6. DOUBLE HUNG STYLE WINDOWS

7. CARRIAGE STYLE GARAGE DOORS

8. DORMER WITH FIXED WINDOW

9. ARCHITECTURAL ENTRY SYSTEM WITH SIDELITES

AND TRANSOM

10. GABLED ROOFS

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CLUBHOUSE DESIGN ELEMENTS

1. FOUNDATION WITH STAMPED BRICK OR STONE

VENEER

2. DOUBLE HUNG STYLE WINDOWS

3. FIXED WINDOWS

4. ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLES

5. STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF

6. MAINTENANCE FREE TRIM

7. ARCHITECTURAL ENTRY SYSTEM WITH SIDELITES

AND TRANSOM

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 BUILDING ELEMENTS – DOORS

DOORS ENTRY SPECIALTY B

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In addition to providing entry and egress, a building’s Entry doors should reflect and enhance the The design of the specialty doors shall I
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doors can add character and detail to a façade. character of the building. Care should be taken coordinate with the proportions of the overall
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Doors must not only function as required by code to verify that the style or panel configuration is house. Style, material, and color shall be I
by providing egress from a building or providing appropriate for the architecture. coordinated with the overall architectural N
protection from fire, doors must also complement design. Garage doors are encouraged to G
the overall architectural style and design intent. have glass lites at the top of the door. Even
though garage doors may be sectional in T
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MATERIALS operation, they should appear to have a
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Doors in the Clubhouse and Condominium buildings carriage look. Patio doors should be sliding in E
are to be commercial grade steel, aluminum, operation. S
or solid core wood as code and design dictate.
Where storefront systems are to be utilized, glazing &
is to be a minimum of double pane insulated low-e
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Exterior doors in the Single Family and Carriage M
Home buildings are to be solid core wood or E
composite. Interior doors may be hollow core. N
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SINGLE FAMILY OR CARRIAGE HOME CONDOMINIUM ENTRY DOORS CLUBHOUSE ENTRY DOORS S
PERFORMANCE AND GUARANTEE ENTRY DOORS
Exterior doors shall have a minimum U value of .32.
Products shall be guaranteed for a span of not less
than 10 years against defects in materials. All doors
shall be energy star rated.

APPROVED MANUFACTURERS
To insure a high level of quality and lasting
performance, doors and entry systems should be
provided by one of the following manufacturers:,
Jeld-Wen, Therma-Tru, or approved equal.
SINGLE FAMILY GARAGE DOORS CARRIAGE HOME PATIO DOORS
GARAGE DOORS

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 BUILDING ELEMENTS – WINDOWS

WINDOWS DOUBLE HUNG STYLE WINDOW FIXED WINDOW

Fenestration is an extremely important design
consideration. In addition to visual composition,
windows provide light, ventilation, views, and
protection from the elements. Changes to a
window’s proportions can drastically affect a buildings
architectural style. Improper sizing can negatively
impact heating and cooling, privacy, comfort, and
fire and life safety requirements.
The double hung style window emulates
the look of the traditional window, while
allowing for either a single hung or double
hung operation as per building type. Sliding
windows are not permitted. Windows shall be
commercial quality.
The fixed window style accents the double
hung style windows of each building. Sliding
windows are not permitted. Windows shall
be commercial quality.

MATERIALS
Windows in the buildings are to be aluminum, vinyl
clad wood windows or vinyl windows. Glazing is to be
a minimum of double pane insulated low-e glass.

PERFORMANCE AND GUARANTEE

All windows shall have a minimum U value of .32 and
a minimum STC rating of 30 to insure acoustic and
thermal performance.
Products shall be guaranteed for a span of not less
than 10 years against defects in materials.

APPROVED MANUFACTURER
To ensure a high level of quality and lasting
performance, windows and glazing products should
DOUBLE HUNG STYLE WINDOW FIXED 4 LITE WINDOW
be provided by one of the following manufacturers:
Pella, Marvin, Andersen, or approved equal.

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 BUILDING ELEMENTS – LIGHTING

LIGHTING CARRIAGE POST B

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Lighting not only provides a safety feature for Carriage lighting should be provided adjacent Post lights will be designed by civil engineer to I
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residents, but also accents the architectural to architectural entry systems, and garage provide lighting at strategic locations if required.
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detailing of the buildings. Lighting should be doors. The style, color, and material reflect the The design will complement the exterior lighting I
placed at appropriate heights and locations, character of the homes they complement. of the homes. N
so as to provide adequate exterior lighting G
while minimizing light pollution. All light fixtures Post lighting for driveways, paths, and street
should be energy star rated and approved. lighting must comply with the UDC and approved E
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site lighting plan.
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The style of the lighting should coordinate N
with the overall architectural styling of the T
building. The images to the right depict one S
of the acceptable styles, which would accent
the buildings at Columbia Place at Garden of
Eden Road. Styling of building lighting should
be in harmony with the site/open space
lighting program.

APPROVED MANUFACTURERS
To ensure a high level of quality and lasting
performance, lighting products should be
provided by a manufacturer that abides by
the UDC and approved site lighting plan.

EXAMPLE OF AN ACCEPTABLE CARRIAGE LIGHT FIXTURE EXAMPLE OF AN ACCEPTABLE POST LIGHT FIXTURE

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 BUILDING ELEMENTS – PORCHES & PATIOS & DECKS

PORCHES & PATIOS & DECKS PATIOS DECKS

Porches, patios and decks create visual interest
and added living space to enjoy the outdoors.
The porches, patios, and decks of the single
family and carriage homes should abide by the
following guidelines.
APPROVED MANUFACTURERS
To ensure a high level of quality and lasting
performance, builders must submit material
samples for approval.
PORCHES
Porches are outdoor living space located on the
front of the house. Porches should be constructed
of composite or sustainable wood planking, with
pressure treated framing. No pressure treated
framing should be visible. Vinyl, powder coated
aluminum or approved equal are acceptable
materials for railings.
Patios are living spaces at grade located on the
rear of the house. Patios should be constructed
of stamped concrete (stamp to match styling of
the house) or brick or stone, or a combination of
these materials.
Stamped concrete shall be a traditional pattern
with colors to blend with palette of home.
Posts and railings shall be traditional in style to
match architecture of single family or carriage
home.
Decks are outdoor living spaces located above
grade on the rear of the house. Decks should
be constructed of composite or sustainable
wood planking, with pressure treated framing.
No pressure treated framing should be visible.
Vinyl, powder coated aluminum or approved
equal are acceptable materials for railings.
Posts and railings shall be traditional in style to
match architecture of single family or carriage
home.
Under-deck spaces shall be properly screened
with appropriate materials such as lattice and
appropriate landscaping.

Posts and railings shall be traditional in style to

match architecture of single family or carriage
home.

Under-porch spaces shall be properly screened

with appropriate materials such as lattice and
landscaping.
EXAMPLE OF A STAMPED CONCRETE PATTERN EXAMPLE OF A DECK WITH TRADITIONAL STYLE RAILING AND
PROPER SCREENING OF UNDER DECK SPACES

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 BUILDING ELEMENTS – MATERIALS

The homes of Columbia Place at Garden of B

Eden Road are nestled within a wooded lot, U
just outside of Brandywine Creek State Park. I
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Drawing on the styles of the existing architecture
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and surrounding natural setting, these homes I
are characterized by natural color schemes. BRICK VENEER SAMPLE 1
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These color schemes are enhanced by the use G
of natural stone and brick. * *
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• Exterior siding colors shall be selected from
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the James Hardie Color Palette or approved M
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• Foundation brick/stone and roof materials
shall be selected to complement paint colors. S

• Identical color palettes must not be used

within three homes on either side of the street.
Each home must have three color minimum:
siding color, trim color, and accent color.

• Brick and stone detailing should appear to

be load bearing rather than a veneer. * Accent Colors Only

FIELDLEDGE STONE VENEER SAMPLE 1

FIELDLEDGE STONE VENEER SAMPLE 2

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 SITE ELEMENTS - FENCES & DRIVEWAYS & TRASH COLLECTION
FENCES
Fences must be in compliance with the approved
Landscape Plan, and all site elements must
abide by the fence requirements of the Unified
Development Code of New Castle County,
Delaware.
Privacy fences should maintain a height of six feet.
Vinyl fencing material as well as low maintenance
fencing material, which complements the stylistic
context of the community is required.
PRIVACY FENCE LOCATED BETWEEN CARRIAGE HOMES
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DRIVEWAYS
Driveways shall be constructed of stamped
concrete, concrete paver, and brick border
options that are in harmony with the broader
hardscape program for the community.
EXAMPLE OF CONCRETE DRIVEWAY WITH STAMPED
CONCRETE ACCENTS
TRASH COLLECTION
Trash collection shall be coordinated with the
approved community collection program. All
single family and carriage home units shall
store their garbage cans within the units until
the day of collection.
The condominium buildings are serviced
by a common compactor which shall be
appropriately screened to conceal the
equipment, yet provide adequate ventilation
and access from each building. The screen
should be easy to open for both residents and
trash collection services.
Trash enclosure shall be similar scale of brick/
stone condominium, with steel doors, or
approved equal.
EXAMPLE OF THOUGHTFUL TRASH ENCLOSURE STRUCTURE
 SITE ELEMENTS – SIGNAGE & LANDSCAPING

SIGNAGE LANDSCAPING S
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All signage must abide by the current Unified Landscaping shall be designed in accordance Landscaping should not conflict with the T
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Development Code of New Castle County, with the NAHB Green Building Standard, with the recorded Landscaping Plan of the community.
Delaware, along with the current New Castle intent of achieving a Gold Rating. E
County Building Code. Landscaping should be used to enhance the L
Landscaping should meet the “Plants for a Livable architecture of the community, and properly E
Signage must abide by the overall site signage Delaware” program, the guidelines of Appendix screen areas for specific uses. Landscaping M
program (including house numbers), etc. 3 of UDC, and only noninvasive species shall be materials should adhere to the broader site wide E
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permitted. landscaping program.
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 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

POLICY

All Site Plans, Building Plans, Auxiliary Structures, Signage, Hardscape, Landscape, Outdoor Furniture and Other improvements must be reviewed by
and approved by the Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road Design Review Board, (DRB) prior to building permit submittals. Each applicant shall
submit the required documentation in accordance with these Procedures.

DESIGN REVIEW BOARD

The DRB shall consist of a chairperson, (the developer while under construction), and a minimum of two other members, all of whom shall be appointed
by the developer. Other specialized participants may serve as temporary members as appointed by the chairperson. Terms and compensation shall
be at the discretion of the chairperson.

SUBMITTAL PROCESS

Preliminary Design Review Requirements:

• All documents must be dated and marked for Preliminary Design Review
• Preliminary Design Review Application Review Form
• Application Fee
• Proposed Site Plan at scale appropriate to show entire site under consideration on a 24” x 36” sheet.

Site Plan shall illustrate the following:

• North Arrow
• Unit Address Number from the current approved Record Plan or Record Resubdivision Plan
• Accurate dimension and angles to adjacent lot lines, existing structures, easements, the nearest structures on each side of the
proposed building, and to the centerline of the street(s)
• Tree survey showing all trees over 4” in caliper
• Building setback lines
• Landscaping bufferyard(s) from the Record Landscape Plan
• Footprint of proposed improvements with overall dimensions of the improvements, dimensions to property lines, centerline of
street(s), and deviation, if any from the footprint depicted on the approved Record Plan or Record Resubdivision Plan

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FOR BUILDINGS S
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• Preliminary Floor Plans at minimum 1/8” = 1’– 0” scale B
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• Preliminary Building Elevations, (minimum 4) at minimum 1/8” = 1’-0” scale
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• Proposed grading plans at same scale as site plan T
• Identify gross square footage of each floor T
• Identify principal materials on exterior A
• Schematic building section or multiple sections as appropriate to building design showing roof pitches, grade lines. L
• Identify building height at ridge of sloped roof or height of parapet or other major structural element. Mechanical penthouses,
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cooling towers or other similar utility structures do not count towards calculation of building height.
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• Preliminary Grading Plan at same scale as Site Plan, clearly depicting elevations, drainage patterns, and proposed D
drainage improvements U
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• Landscaping and landscaping bufferyard(s) from the Record Landscape Plan
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• Preliminary Landscape Plan showing the location and identification of plant material and planting methods including bed design S
and proposed fixtures
• Preliminary Hardscape Plan showing location of improvements with descriptions of materials and construction methods

FOR AUXILIARY IMPROVEMENTS (SIGNAGE, OUTDOOR FURNITURE, ETC.)

• Preliminary Plan showing location of improvements

• Plans, elevations, cutsheets, photos or any medium which will fully illustrate the improvement to be provided. Provide dimensions,
mounting details, manufacturer and model, etc.

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FINAL DESIGN REVIEW REQUIREMENTS

• All documents must be dated and marked for Final Design Review
• Final Design Review Application review Form
• Application Fee
• Final Site Plan at scale appropriate to show entire site under consideration on a 24” x 36” sheet.

Site Plan shall illustrate the following:

• North Arrow
• Unit Address Number from the current approved Record Plan or Record Resubdivision Plan
• Accurate dimension and angles to adjacent lot lines, existing structures, easements, the nearest structures on each side of the
proposed building, and to the centerline of the street(s)
• Tree survey showing all trees over 4” in caliper
• Building setback lines
• Landscaping bufferyard(s) from the Record Landscape Plan
• Footprint of proposed improvements with overall dimensions of the improvements, dimensions to property lines, centerline of
street(s), and deviation, if any from the footprint depicted on the approved Record Plan or Record Resubdivision Plan

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FINAL DESIGN REVIEW REQUIREMENTS S

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• Final Floor Plans at minimum 1/8” = 1’– 0” scale T
• Final Building elevations, (minimum 4) at minimum 1/8” = 1’-0” scale T
• Final grading plans at same scale as site plan A
• Identify gross square footage of each floor L
• Show location of all external equipment including but not limited to electric and gas meters, air conditioning condensers,
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dumpsters, waste and recycling bins, etc.
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• Identify principal materials on exterior and provide material sample board to represent all exterior building materials including O
colors for all materials including painted surfaces. C
• Final building section or multiple sections as appropriate to building design showing roof pitches, grade lines. E
• Identify building height at ridge of sloped roof or height of parapet or other major structural element. Mechanical penthouses, D
cooling towers or other similar utility structures do not count towards calculation of building height. U
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• Preliminary Grading Plan at same scale as Site Plan, clearly depicting elevations, drainage patterns, and proposed
drainage improvements
• Landscaping and landscaping bufferyard(s) from the Record Landscape Plan
• Preliminary Landscape Plan showing the location and identification of plant material and planting methods including bed design
and proposed fixtures
• Preliminary Hardscape Plan showing location of improvements with descriptions of materials and construction methods

FOR AUXILIARY IMPROVEMENTS (SIGNAGE, OUTDOOR FURNITURE, ETC.)

• Preliminary Plan showing location of improvements

• Plans, elevations, cutsheets, photos or any medium which will fully illustrate the improvement to be provided. Provide dimensions,
mounting details, manufacturer and model, etc.

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SUBMISSIONS

Submissions to the Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road Design Review Board should consist of 5 sets of all required documentation. Submission
packages should be sent to:
Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road
Design Review Board
c/o the Reybold Group
116 East Scotland Drive
Bear, DE 19701

DESIGN REVIEW

The Design Review Board has established procedures for the submittal process and review of all architectural and landscape designs/documents.
The purpose of the review is to assure compliance with the Architectural Standards.

These procedures contain sections for Buildings, Landscape construction and Auxiliary Structures. Landscape submittals may be made independently
but any application for a building(s) must include landscaping and auxiliary structures.

The DRB will review preliminary design submittals within 30 days after submittal and final design submittal within 45 days after submittal. The applicant
will be given the opportunity to meet with Board members to discuss the submittal and answer questions.

After review the DRB will notify the applicant that the proposal has been approved, approved with conditions or rejected.

After favorable consideration of an application, the DRB will issue a formal approval which will allow the applicant to commence construction
operations contingent upon the applicant obtaining all necessary permits and approvals.

Rejections will include a statement of reasons for the rejection. Applicants who are rejected may request an appeal hearing with the DRB. Approval
of a request for an Appeals Hearing is at the discretion of the chairperson of the DRB.

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COURTESY REVIEW S
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The applicant may request a courtesy review by the DRB or a designee. This meeting will serve to review the architectural standards and provide
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guidance to the applicant. Courtesy reviews should be requested at least 7 days prior to the request date. I
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VARIANCES T
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The DRB may allow variances to the Columbia Place at Garden of Eden Road Architectural Standards when existing site conditions and architectural L
and engineering conditions merit granting relief from the standards. Any request for a variance must be a part of the submittal and the variance
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GLOSSARY UDC – Unified Development Code of New Castle County, Delaware

“Plants for a Livable Delaware Program” – Campaign to identify and U-Value – Rate of heat transfer through a building element over a
promote superior plants that thrive without becoming invasive given area under standard conditions

Deck – An outdoor living space built off the back of a building above
site grade

Design Review Board (DRB) – Committee designed to oversee and

approve designs within the planned community

Fenestration – An opening in a surface

Invasive Plants – Native and non-native species that heavily colonize

a particular habitat

Patio – An outdoor living space built off the back of a building at site
grade

Porch – An outdoor living space adjoining the entrance to a building,

which may or may not be covered

Roof Pitch – Slope of a roof expressed as a ratio of its vertical rise to its
horizontal run

Shed Dormer – A projecting single slope roof built out from a sloping
room and housing a window or louver

Signage – See the UDC SECTION 40.06.020

STC Rating – Measure of the effectiveness of a given partition in

reducing airborne sound transmission

Transom – Fixed window located over a window or door unit

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