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Article 5: Development Standards
Section 5.9. Building Configuration and Design
5.9.10. Building and Design Standards for Town Center Development
Morrisville, NC June 23, 2017
Unified Development Ordinance Page 5-87
Figur - Historic Crossroads Village District.
C. Main Street (MS) District
Intent
The standards in this subsection are intended to:
a. Establish a “main street” with an appearance that evokes the character of small traditional
North Carolina downtowns, yet is unique to Morrisville; and
b. Encourage varied building design and architectural character that appears to have evolved
gradually over time.
Pedestrian “Main Street”
Blocks shall be organized to create a pedestrian “main street” perpendicular to Town Hall Drive,
to serve as an organizing feature and gateway to the Main Street District. The street cross-section
shall include diagonal on-street parking to slow vehicular traffic and provide opportunities for
parking adjacent to stores and businesses. Alternative parking configurations may be approved in
accordance with Section (See Figure
Building Organization and Site Layout – Main Street District.)
Building Organization
Development within the Main Street District shall be organized to create pedestrian-friendly spaces
and streetscapes. (See Figure Building Organization and Site Layout – Main Street
District.) These objectives shall be accomplished by placing a percentage of the building wall at
the back of the sidewalk edge, as required in Section
and by using building walls to frame and enclose the following features:
a. The pedestrian “main street,” as required above;
b. The corners of internal street intersections or secondary entry points into the district;
c. On at least three sides parking areas, public spaces, or other site amenities; and
d. A plaza, pocket park, amphitheater, town square, outdoor dining area, or other outdoor
gathering space for pedestrians between buildings.