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Objective Design Standards for Multifamily Housing in R-M, C-C, and M-U Zoning Districts <br />City of Pleasanton - 30 - January 5, 2023 - DRAFT <br /> <br /> <br />through the means of storefronts. Storefronts shall be designed to incorporate a base (curb) <br />composed of high quality materials such as brick, stone, tile, or recessed wood panel. Such curbs <br />shall not exceed 24 inches above the elevation of the adjacent sidewalk. <br />C4.5 Ground-floor glazing located at Mixed-Use or Live-Work occupancies shall ensure visibility <br />through compliance with the following: <br />a. Glazing at mixed-use storefronts shall provide a minimum 60 percent transparency <br />between two and twelve feet above adjacent grade; <br />b. Frosted or fritted glazing shall be allowed up to 20 percent of cumulative window area; <br />c. Colored or reflective glazing, surface-mounted mullions, and opaque or mirrored films <br />shall be all prohibited. <br />d. Interior partitions more than four feet in height shall be set back at least ten feet from <br />exterior glazing. <br />e. At least 50% of glazing shall remain unobstructed by window treatments during business <br />hours. <br />C4.6 Where provided, Facades with multiple storefronts shall be designed for consistency of materials, <br />color, window and door locations, storefront curb, and details. <br /> <br /> <br />Design Guidelines <br />Downtown Sites <br />C4.a Large display windows are strongly encouraged for Mixed-Use occupancies <br />C4.b Entries to Mixed-Use businesses should be located at corners or intersections whenever possible. <br />C4.c Awnings, canopies, trellises and/or other shade devices over storefront windows and entries are <br />strongly encouraged. <br /> <br />