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G-MS-5General Urban
G MS 5
Purpose
Creates active commercial streets with shallow setbacks and high build-to percentages.
Height & Scale
Story Range2–5 stories
Building Placement
Build-to (Primary)Buildings built to or near the front property line; high build-to percentage.
Design Standards
Transparency (Primary)Transparent ground floors, frequent entrances, awnings and pedestrian amenities.
Permitted Uses
Retail, restaurants, offices, housing above ground floor and live/work units
Typical Application
Commercial corridors or mixed-use centers in the general urban context
Quick Reference
CodeG-MS-5
FamilyGeneral Urban
Stories2–5 stories
TransparencyTransparent ground floors, frequent entrances, awnings and pedestrian amenities.
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