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Article 6: Development Standards 81 <br /> Section 6.5:Architectural Design Standards <br /> Diagram 2 <br /> i - <br /> An interval is the measure of articulation;e. .,the distance before architectural elements re eat. <br /> Diagram 3 `L <br /> /� 4 <br /> LL� <br /> . i <br /> Modulation is a measured and proportioned setback in a building's face. <br /> Together,articulation,modulation,and their intervals create a sense of scale important to <br /> buildings. <br /> Diagram 4 This 14 t This <br /> (c) All building elevations are to be architecturally treated so as to avoid <br /> long,"unarticulated"or blank facades. <br /> (6) Building Setbacks and Height <br /> (a) A variety of building and parking setbacks shall be provided in order to <br /> avoid long monotonous building facades and to create diversity. <br /> (b) Placement of structures which creates opportunities for plazas, courts, or <br /> gardens is encouraged. Setback areas can be used to provide space for <br /> patio areas. <br /> (7) Exterior Finish Materials <br /> The fallewing staRGlaFds apply to=• 95 <br /> (a) Exterior finish materials must conform to and be in harmony with the <br /> exterior design of neighboring structures and the overall design of <br /> improvements described throughout these guidelines. <br /> 95 This change is to necessary to reflect the change in geographic applicability. <br /> Orange County,North Carolina—Unified Development Ordinance Page 6-26 <br />