16.11. Historic stone curbs, such as red sandstone or blue/grey granite should be reset during roadway projects.
16.12. Historic stone pavers used for sidewalks and other historic walkways should remain in place and be reset. When issues heaving result from tree roots, pavers should be reset outside the area of disruption to the extent possible.
16.13. New paving to create space for parking is prohibited between the building and the adjacent street including the addition of off-street parking in historically wide boulevards.
16.14. Avoid creating new or widening existing curb cuts. Existing access should continue to be used unless a change in use necessitates a new site entrance and does not detract from the historic integrity.
16.15. Traditionally landscaped areas of the property should not be covered with large paved or rocked areas for parking which would drastically change the character of the site.
16.16. Parking areas must be a durable material such as asphalt or concrete. Permeable parking areas are encouraged. Gravel or rock parking spaces are prohibited.
16.17 New sidewalks and driveways should be sensitive to the historic and architectural character of the building. When the majority of homes on the street have alley access garages, street accessed driveways are prohibited.
a. When constructing a new driveway, it should be consistent in width, location, material, and design of those existing in the district.
16.18. When designing a new walkway or path, use materials similar to those seen in the district/neighborhood or that blend with existing walkway features on-site.
a. Permeable paving may be used where appropriate, such as a driveway, parking area, or sidewalk to manage stormwater runoff.
16.19. Avoid paving up to the building foundation to reduce heat island effect, building temperature, damage to the foundation and storm-water runoff.
a. If necessary, paving up to the building foundation should be done with permeable materials. Impermeable paving adjacent to foundations causes splash back that can erode and damage the foundation material.
The above image shows two important features in the boulevard--original sandstone curbs and a stone marker for the adjacent church.
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The homes in the Woods Park Bungalow District were built mostly without front access garages. Shown above, paving to the house should be avoided unless using permeable materials and curb cuts kept to a minimum.
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