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`DESIGN GUIDELINES
`FOR BUILDING IN TELLURIDE
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`TOWN OF TELLURIDE, COLORADO
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`Telluride as it appeared shortly after the turn-of-the-century. The main street runs diagonally across the center of the picture. The old
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`CREDITS
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`TOWN OF TELLURIDE
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`Telluride Town Council___________________________________________________________________
`Elaine Fischer, Mayor
`Park Brady
`Carlisle Connick
`Michael Covington
`Bill Dodge
`Jerry Green
`Dan “Yogi” Kirst
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`Historic and Architectural Review Commission________________________________________________
`Cal Wilbourne, Chairperson
`Rebecca Dant
`Ascenzo DiGiacomo
`Bunny Freidus, Chairperson
`Mindy Hurlbut
`Jessica Storm
`Dave Valentine
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`Planning and Zoning Commission_______________________________________________________
`Michael Zivian, Chairperson
`Seth Cagin
`Rebecca Dant
`Kathy Green
`Jim Jennings
`John Steel
`Tom Weekes
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`Town of Telluride Planning Department_______________________________________________________
`Steve Ferris, Planning Director
`Lance McDonald, Long Range Planner
`Kaye Simonson, Historic Preservation Planner
`Dorinne Doddy, Assistant Planner
`Kerry Welch, Planning Technician
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`CONSULTANTS
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`Winter & Company___________________________________________________________________
`Nore V. Winter, Guidelines Director
`Brian W. Koenig
`Betsy Shears
`Diana Brent
`Julie Husband
`Ray Kramer
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`SPECIAL THANKS
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`Portions of this document are excerpts from “Building in Telluride,”
`produced in 1980 by Barbara Cole and David Cooper, and “Design
`Guidelines for Building in Telluride, October 1988 edition by Winter
`& Company, Rosall, Remmen and Cares, Inc. and the Telluride
`Community.
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`Historic descriptions include data from Front Range Research, Inc.,
`conductors of an historic survey in Telluride in 1987.
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`The historic photographs (on pages I, IN-2, IN-4, IN-5, HO-2, HO-3,
`GS-10 and MS-1) are courtesy of the Colorado Historical Society.
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`The activity that is the subject of this material has been financed in
`part with Federal funds from the National Historic Preservation Act,
`administered by the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the
`Interior and for the Colorado Historical Society. However, the
`contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policies
`of the U.S. Department of the Interior or the Society, no does the
`mention of trade names or commercial products constitute an
`endorsement or recommendation by the Department of the Interior or
`the Society.
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`This program receives Federal funds from the National Park Service;
`Regulations of the U.S. Department of the Interior strictly prohibit unlawful
`discrimination in departmental Federally-assisted programs on the basis of
`race, color, national origin, age or handicap. Any person who believes he or
`she has been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility
`operated by a recipient of Federal assistance should write to: Director, Equal
`Opportunity Program, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service,
`P.O. Box 37127, Washington, D.C. 20013-7127.
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`Special thanks are due to Christine Pfaff, of the State Historic Preservation
`Office, and to Ellen Beasley for her contribution to earlier drafts of this
`document.
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`Previous editions of this document are as follows: 1980, October 1988,
`March 1990, September 1991, August 1993, June 1994 and March 1995.
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`STANDARDS FOR THE TREATMENT AREAS
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`Historic Residential Treatment Area
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`Residential/Commercial Treatment Area
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`Main St. Commercial Treatment Area
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`Accommodations Treatment Area
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`East & West Telluride Residential Treatment Area
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`Transitional Hillside Treatment Area
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`Developing Hillside Treatment Area
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`SPECIAL STANDARDS
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`River Park Corridor Overlay
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`GLOSSARY
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`CONTENTS
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`INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN REVIEW
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`HISTORIC OVERVIEW
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`GENERAL STANDARDS FOR REVIEW
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`Introduction
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`Urban Design Standards
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`Site Design Standards
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`Building Mass, Scale & Form
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`Architectural Elements & Details
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`Miscellaneous Design Topics
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`STANDARDS FOR REHABILITATION OF
`HISTORIC BUILDINGS
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`WHICH CHAPTERS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT?
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`Use the chart below to determine which section of t his book you should use in planning your project.
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`Type of work:
`To renovate, alter or construction an addition to
`a historic building
`To alter or construct an addition to a non-
`designated or non-rated building in the Historic
`Preservation Overlay District:
`To construct a new building in the Historic
`Preservation Overlay District:
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`INTRODUCTION
`This book presents design guidelines for building in Telluride. The guide-
`lines are the community's standards and policies for design of the built
`environment and are based on a commitment to preserving historic re-
`sources, enhancing the overall design character of the town and enhanc-
`ing livability.
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`Why have design standards and guidelines?
`One purpose of the design guidelines is to inform property owners about
`the design policies of the town. These focus on preserving the integrity of
`the community's historic resources and protecting the traditional charac-
`ter of the town at large. They indicate an approach to design that will help
`sustain the character of the community that is so appealing to residents
`and visitors. Another purpose is to provide information that property owners
`may use in making decisions about their buildings by addressing basic
`principles of urban design which promote an environment that is scaled to
`the pedestrian, maintains cohesive neighborhood identity and respects the
`unique natural setting of Telluride.
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`The guidelines further provide the Town, through its Historic and Archi-
`tectural Review Commission (HARC), a basis for making informed, con-
`sistent decisions about proposed new construction and alterations to build-
`ings and sites in the community in its formal permitting processes.
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`What is historically significant in Telluride?
`The historic buildings, sheds and site features of Telluride are valuable
`assets that contribute to the distinct character of the community. These
`resources have historic significance because they tell of an earlier time
`when mining in the Rocky Mountain West influenced the entire nation
`and they convey a sense of the people that built the community during
`those boom times. In addition to the area's mining history, Telluride is
`known as the development site for AC (Alternating Current) power, labor
`struggles and William Jennings Bryant's "Cross of Gold" speech. That
`significance was recognized with the designation of Telluride as a Na-
`tional Historic Landmark District in 1963. Today, Telluride is still special,
`due to the efforts of the community to preserve the historic status of the
`district, as well as the sense of community and quality of life.
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`Some casual observers may not understand what is significant about
`Telluride's structures that survive from the mining era because they are
`not "fancy." For those who expect all historic buildings to be mansions
`and monumental public edifices, the simple, vernacular construction of
`Telluride may appear to lack significance. The fact is, these vernacular
`structures help to convey the reality of life in a mining boom town at the
`turn of the century and it is their simplicity of design and modest scale
`that are so important. The structures that survive from that era serve as a
`connection with the past and help to inform people of the past.
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`Historic primary structures, such as houses, stores and warehouses, are
`certainly important, but secondary buildings, including sheds and barns,
`are as well. Other site features from the period of historic significance
`also are valued. For example, rock retaining walls and fences help one to
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`The Cribs before restoration (circa 1980).
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`The Cribs after restoration. The Cribs are significant
`examples of the few remaining structures of their type.
`Valued by the community, buildings such as these
`prompted the citizens of Telluride to adopt the Design
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`Telluride as it appeared at the time of designation.
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`There are 2,211 National Historic
`Landmarks in the United States. This is out
`of 67,407 buildings, properties, sites and
`districts listed on the National Register of
`Historic Places. * Within the Telluride
`National Historic Landmark District, there
`are 305 historic primary and secondary
`structures and one site, which are
`designated as contributing to the district.
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`Cas of July 1, 1997)
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`understand how people once lived here. Even the manner in which a build-
`ing is arranged on its site is significant. If these features are destroyed,
`our ability to "read" the historic character of the town is diminished, even
`if the primary structures are preserved.
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`The two types of historic district designation
`Historic properties are identified in a series of professionally conducted
`property surveys that have evaluated the significance and integrity of
`each site using widely accepted criteria. Preliminary surveys conducted
`in the 1960s and 1970s identified many of the historic buildings and the
`historic district was established. These surveys of historic buildings in
`Telluride were revised in 1986 and 1987. Based on this survey, the bound-
`aries of the National Historic Landmark District were redefined and a
`period of significance from 1878 to 1913 was established. A more recent
`survey in 1996 provided additional information about secondary struc-
`tures.
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`Note that there are two historic district designations to consider in Tellu-
`ride: a local district, which is established by Town Council, and a Na-
`tional Historic Landmark District.
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`The National Historic Landmark District
`The designation of the core of Telluride as a National Historic Landmark
`District is important. This listing is the highest level of recognition avail-
`able to sites by the Secretary of the Interior. These sites are so special
`that, in theory, they are eligible for consideration for development as Na-
`tional Parks. As a National Historic Landmark, the town is also listed on
`the National Register of Historic Places, a list of sites and properties of
`historic significance that reflect our country's heritage. The National Reg-
`ister and the Landmarks program are administered by the National Park
`Service and nominations are submitted through the State Historic Preser-
`vation Officer, using criteria adopted by the Secretary of the Interior.
`Properties so designated are also listed in the National Register.
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`The town's status as a National Historic Landmark District, listed on the
`National Register, provides important marketing potential for the visitor
`industry, and makes special incentives available to property owners for
`preservation through the federal and state tax codes. Additional flexibil-
`ity in compliance with federal guidelines for programs such as the flood
`insurance design requirements of the Federal Emergency Management
`Agency (FEMA) may also be available to these buildings. These provi-
`sions significantly enhance the feasibility of preserving historic struc-
`tures in Telluride.
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`Local historic district designation
`The designation of the town as a National Historic Landmark District
`does not provide protection to ensure that it is preserved for future gen-
`erations. If the integrity of the district is not maintained, the Landmark
`status could be removed. To that end, the Town of Telluride has estab-
`lished a local landmark district, in order to regulate development and
`conduct design review, thus protecting the integrity of the district. Crite-
`ria for the designation of the local district are set forth in the town's Land
`Use Code.
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`In 1963 Telluride was officially designated as a
`National Landmark District.
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`As early as 1961, the Secretary of the Interior announced that the Tellu-
`ride region was eligible for historic landmark status given that it pos-
`sessed "exceptional historic value to the American people..." In 1963 Tel-
`luride was officially designated as a National Historic Landmark District
`because it possessed "outstanding significance in commemorating and
`illustrating the history of the United States." It was at this point in time
`that Mayor Doyle Duncan, in a letter to the National Park Service, agreed:
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`"...to preserve, so far as practical and to the best of our ability, the histori-
`cal integrity of this important part of the national cultural heritage. To-
`ward this end, we agree to continue to use property (in Telluride) only for
`purposes consistent with its historical character." (Letter to Conrad I. Wirth,
`director, N.P.S., Dept. of the Interior, dated June 28, 1963.)
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`It was not until 1973, however, that the Trustees of the Town of Telluride
`enacted local controls. A Historic Preservation Commission (Ordinance
`#254) was established "in order to maintain and preserve the historic and
`architectural atmosphere and integrity of Telluride and protect the land-
`mark status." By April, 1974, an Historic Preservation Zone (HP) was
`established for the entire town.
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`As a result of this zoning, the town conducts a review of the design of new
`structures as well as changes to historic buildings, before the issuance of
`a building permit. Major legislative amendments to the HP zone provi-
`sions were adopted in October of 1988 (Ordinance #843).
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`It is important to note that the Master Plan, adopted in 1987^ separates the
`historic district boundary from the town limits. Outlying areas in the His-
`toric Preservation Overlay District remain subject to design review, but
`guidelines for these areas are primarily based on principles of urban de-
`sign which respects the historic context. Thus, the intent of the guidelines
`for the area outside the landmark district is to ensure that new construc-
`tion maintains a traditional scale and character and uses appropriate ma-
`terials.
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`As a statutory town, the authority for Telluride to enact this zoning legis-
`lation, which controls aspects of design and development, rests in three
`state enabling acts: The Local Use Government Land Control Enabling
`Act, C.R.S. Section 29-20-101, et seq., the Areas and Activities of State
`Interest provisions of C.R.S. 24-65.1-101, et seq., and the Planning and
`Zoning provisions of C.R.S. 31-23-101, et seq. As a home-rule munici-
`pality since 1977, Telluride possesses full authority to regulate historical
`and architectural matters of local interest. The authority of the commu-
`nity to regulate such construction is a recognized right of governments in
`the United States, having been upheld at various levels of the courts. Spe-
`cial consideration is given to historic buildings in other regulations that
`are employed in Telluride, such as the Uniform Code for Building Con-
`servation, which provides greater building code flexibility for historic struc-
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`GOALS AND OBJECTIVES FOR
`PRESERVATION AND URBAN DESIGN
`The Telluride Master Plan defines policies for design in the context of the
`Telluride Historic Landmark District, as well as for transitional areas and
`newer developing areas in the town. The goals and objectives as defined
`in the plan are as follows:
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`1. Historic Preservation
`A sense of history is an important part of community identity in Tellu-
`ride. The historic buildings serve as reminders of the people who first
`settled and worked in the valley, and they offer suggestions of the his-
`toric life-styles of these early citizens. In this sense, the buildings are a
`physical link to the cultural and social heritage of Telluride.
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`The buildings also serve as records of building technologies and styles of
`earlier periods. As such, they contribute to the unique visual character of
`Telluride. This visual character helps provide a sense of identity to resi-
`dents and also adds to the attraction for visitors. Preservation of this con-
`nection with history is a high priority of most citizens in the community.
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`In general, there are three types of historic buildings that are valued in
`Telluride: First, there are a number of major buildings that stand out be-
`cause of their size, unique design or special function. These are desig-
`nated as local landmarks, by ordinance. Most buildings in this category
`are public structures, although some are privately owned. Secondly, there
`are vast numbers of primary buildings that combine in groups to form
`parts of the overall historic scene. These are identified in surveys of his-
`toric structures, in various categories of significance. Finally, there are
`secondary structures, such as barns and sheds, which contribute to the
`historic character of the town. Planning for each of these categories is
`important.
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`Goal:
`A. PRESERVE THE HISTORIC CHARACTER OF
`TELLURIDE.
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`Fourth of July Celebration, 1887.
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`This 1963 photo of a preserved historic house,
`demonstrates how important Telluride's historic
`resources were even at the time of designation.
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`Objectives:
`1) Assure the preservation of individual historic landmarks.
`2) Promote the preservation of all primary buildings that contribute to
`the historic significance of Telluride.
`3) Maintain the integrity of the National Historic Landmark District and
`the Telluride Historic Landmark District.
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`2. Urban Design
`Residents are concerned about the general quality of design in the man-
`made environment and wish to promote good design that will enhance the
`quality of life in Telluride. They wish to raise the level of community
`expectations for the character of the environment and wish to enhance the
`attractiveness and functional utility of the community as a place to live,
`work and visit. A significant portion of the elements that affect the design
`of the urban environment are already established in the historic buildings
`and site features within the historic district, but urban design concepts
`extend beyond this boundary, both geographically and conceptually. A
`defined policy of urban design principles can help citizens achieve these
`goals for quality of development in general.
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`Goal:
`A. DEVELOP A COORDINATED SENSE OF URBAN
`DESIGN THAT ESTABLISHES VISUAL CONTINUITY
`AND YET CELEBRATES SPECIAL FEATURES AND
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`Objectives:
`1) Maintain the traditional or historic scale and character of Telluride
`throughout the town, including newly developing areas that do not
`have an established historical context.
`2) Develop and enhance a pedestrian-oriented environment.
`3) Protect and enhance views across town to special natural features and
`to architectural landmarks. Views to the east end of the valley and to
`the river are especially important.
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`Specific policies that will help achieve these goals are also defined in the
`Master Plan, one which specifies that design guidelines shall be used in a
`review process to monitor the character of design for all development in
`Telluride.
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`This Gothic Revival house, constructed in 1891,
`housed the Telluride Institute where university
`students, known locally as "Pinheads", came to study
`the practical application of electrical engineering.
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`THE TYPE OF WORK REVIEWED
`The following types of work are reviewed by HARC:
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`Rehabilitation and alterations to a historic building -
`This includes any property designated in surveys as "contributing" or
`"supporting" to the historic district. Any alteration to the exterior of a
`historic building, including the construction of an addition to it, is subject
`to review. The Standards for Rehabilitation apply to such a property, as
`well as the General Standards and those for the relevant Treatment Area.
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`Alteration to an existing "noncontributing" structure -
`This may be a property that is older but has lost its integrity as a historic
`structure, or it may be a newer building that has not achieved historic
`significance. The General Standards and those for the relevant Treatment
`Area apply to such a property.
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`Site work -
`This includes landscaping of grounds as well as new grading and construc-
`tion of driveways. The General Standards and those for the relevant
`Treatment Area apply to such a project.
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`New construction -
`Construction of any new, freestanding structure, either as primary or
`secondary building, is subject to review. The General Standards and those
`for the relevant Treatment Area apply to such a project.
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`Sign work -
`Installation of a new sign or alteration of an existing one is also subject to
`review. The section of sign guidelines in the General Standards apply.
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`Maintenance and repair is generally not reviewed by HARC. However, if
`the maintenance and repair activity changes the physical appearance of the
`building or involves the removal and replacement of significant materials
`and components on a historic structure, HARC approval may be required.
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`Note that the guidelines in this document apply in addition to provisions
`in the zoning ordinance and building codes for construction of buildings,
`site work and signs.
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`The design guidelines also incorporate principles set out in the Secretary
`of the Interior's Guidelines for Treatment of Historic Properties, a widely-
`accepted set of basic preservation design guidelines. It is the intent of this
`document to be compatible with the Secretary of the Interior's Guidelines,
`while expanding on those basic preservation principles.
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`This house, -which is non-rated, sits on a temporary
`site, awaiting a new home. A new building is being
`built on its original site.
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`Refer to Land Use Code Article 7, Divisions
`2 and 3 for more information on the review
`process and submittal requirements.
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`THE REVIEW PROCESS AND SUBMITTAL
`REQUIREMENTS
`The review procedures and submittal requirements are available at the
`Town Hall in documents separate from this guideline book. In general,
`the submittal procedures provide for a series of stages for review that
`progress from informal discussions with staff and the commission to for-
`mal review of conceptual plans to review of final design at a public hear-
`ing. The amount of documentation required for each phase is defined in
`the submittal procedures. The review process which a project must follow
`depends on the scope of work proposed. "Insubstantial" activities may be
`approved by staff, while "Minor" activities are reviewed and approved by
`the HARC chairperson. Projects which will have a greater impact on the
`community are reviewed by the entire Commission. "Small-scale" projects
`require final approval, while "Large-scale" projects must also receive pre-
`liminary approval.
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`Determining potential compliance with the standards
`HARC and Planning Department staff administer the design review
`process. In doing so, they consider how each proposed project meets the
`guidelines and how the proposed work would therefore help to accomplish
`the design goals set forth in this document and in the other relevant codes
`and regulations.
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`A project is deemed to merit a Certificate of Appropriateness when they
`determine that a sufficient number of the standards have been adequately
`met.
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`How the review system works
`The design review process is "reactive," in that it applies to proposed
`actions initiated by the property owner. While it guides an approach to
`certain design problems by offering alternative solutions, it does not dictate
`a specific outcome and it does not require a property owner to instigate
`improvements that are not contemplated. For example, if an owner plans
`to repair a deteriorated porch of a historic house, the guidelines indicate
`appropriate methods for designing such work. If porch repair is the only
`work proposed by the property owner, the process does not require that
`other building features that may be deteriorated, such as a roof in poor
`condition, be repaired.
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`Planning A Project
`Before starting to design, here are some steps to help get organized:
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`1. CONSIDER PROFESSIONAL DESIGN ASSISTANCE.
`These standards are not intended to take the place of professional design
`assistance, which is highly recommended, but rather to assist the owner
`and designer in creating the best project. Property owners are strongly
`encouraged to engage licensed architects and other design and planning
`professionals to assist them in developing their concepts. Doing so may
`facilitate a quick review process and often will save the owner time and
`money. Please note that HARC cannot design or assist in the design pro-
`cess of any project submitted for approval.
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`Petitioner Walmart Inc.
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`For more information on where to get
`relevant town regulations call the Town Hall
`at (970) 728-3071.
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`2. CHECK OTHER TOWN REGULATIONS.
`Remember that the guidelines supplement other adopted Telluride ordi-
`nances. The Planning Department staff can provide information about
`these regulations and can direct applicants to other Town departments for
`specific details. These other regulations also may affect the design char-
`acter of a project. Examples include:
`Land Use Code
`Sign Code
`Building Code
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`3. BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE DESIGN
`STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES.
`The Standards and Guidelines help provide uniform review and increase
`predictability, and are a means to prevent delays and minimize added costs
`to developers and builders, when they are followed carefully. The Stan-
`dards indicate the views held by the community and are administered by
`the Historic and Architectural Review Commission and the Telluride
`Town Council so that applicants may understand Telluride's standard for
`design in the early stages of project development. Review the basic
`organization of the guidelines book and determine which chapters will
`apply to the project. For many projects, the chapter of General Standards
`will apply, as will additional guidelines in the relevant Treatment Areas.
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`4. REVIEW THE HISTORIC SITE CONTEXT.
`Consider the immediately adjacent properties and also the character of the
`block as a whole. In many cases, the character of the Treatment Area in
`general is also an important feature. Understanding the historic character
`of the area, as well as that of surviving historic resources, is vital to the
`development of an appropriate design.
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`5. REVIEW THE PROJECT CONCEPT WITH
`PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF.
`Applicants are encouraged to discuss the project at a conceptual level early
`in the design process to identify special standards that may apply.
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`6. DEVELOP A DESIGN CONCEPT USING THE
`STANDARDS.
`The standards form the basis for HARC's design review decisions.
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`7. PREPARE A COMPLETE SUBMITTAL PACKAGE.
`Documentation should be provided that clearly illustrates the character of
`the proposed work. Often times drawings and plans are unclear, which
`can delay the process. Be certain to present all the required drawings and
`plans. Submission requirements will vary depending upon the type of re-
`quest. Generally these requirements include, but are not limited to:
`Drawings and/or photographs of the site and any site features, includ-
`ing existing buildings;
`Site plan (with any proposed site improvements);
`A street profile or elevation showing the development in context of
`abutting properties indicating height and plan dimensions of nearby
`buildings;
`Elevation drawings illustrating the proposed work;
`Floor plans of the proposed work;
`An impact statement describing the intent of the project and how the
`design meets the standards.
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`8. SUBMIT THE DESIGN FOR FORMAL REVIEW.
`Presentation to HARC is the culmination of the design review process.
`The presentation should focus on how the proposed work complies with
`the Standards.
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`HOW THE GUIDELINES ARE ORGANIZED
`The design guidelines book is organized into four sections:
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`1. The first section summarizes the history of building in Telluride. This
`provides a basis for many of the standards and guidelines that follow and
`should be read by all users. A description of basic building types found
`historically in the community is included.
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`2. The second section presents General Standards that apply to all
`projects, including rehabilitation and new construction, throughout the
`town.
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`3. The third section provides standards for the rehabilitation of historic
`buildings. Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings apply to pro
`posals involving structures which have been rated as either "Contribut
`ing" or "Supporting" by the town's architectural surveys. These standards
`provide review criteria and direction for proposals to add to or alter those
`structures which have been individually recognized for their historic in
`tegrity. Therefore the intent of these standards is to preserve this existing
`integrity.
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`4. Finally, the fourth section includes standards for the individual Treat
`ment Areas. These standards identify the distinct architectural, natural or
`topographic characteristics of a specific neighborhood.
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`Petitioner Walmart Inc.
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`THE FORMAT FOR THE STANDARDS
`AND GUIDELINES
`A typical design standard or guideline in this document has four compo-
`nents:
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`1. The first element is a policy statement, which describes a desired state
`of condition of the design element being discussed.
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`2. This is followed by the design standard or guideline statement itself,
`which is typically performance-oriented, describing a desired design
`treatment.
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`3. The standard or guideline statement is followed by supplementary
`information, which may include additional requirements, or may
`provide an expanded explanation. These are listed as bullets.
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`4. Finally, an illustration may be provided, to clarify the intent of the
`standard or guideline.
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`It is important to note that all of these elements of the design standards,
`along with the introductory and informational sections, constitute the ma-
`terial upon which HARC will make its determination of the appropriate-
`ness of a proposed project.
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`22. Policy: Service Areas
`Service areas include loading areas, trash storage, recycling con-
`tainers, snow and firewood storage and site maintenance equipment.
`Many of these require access year-round and should therefore be
`carefully planned as an integral par