Zoneing

Site Plan

Legal Discription

Architectural Program

Team Nopantington was retained to propose a commercial development for a site at 1254 E US 224. We seek to develop a place for people, particularly those of student ages, to have fun. We hope for it to be a fairly safe way for local youth to enjoy themselves in a recreational activity. It must be a maximum of two stories and no more than 15,000 square feet, and it must be entirely within the 5.11 acre property. We have decided on a roller rink with an arcade and a small concessions stand.

Decision Matrix

Small Houses

1) What are some of the ways the three people increased livable space while using little actual space?Minimized furniture, used all the space that was provided, used windows and mirros to make the space look bigger, put storege cabnits any plave that would save space.

2) Would one solution work better in certain situations? For the three, where would this solution be best implemented?
Yes
Mobale cabin: if you liked to travel
Slidiing walls: Very populated cites
The other one would work for a space where where you didnt have a lot of room.

3) If you owned one of these dwellings, which would you live in? Why?
The moble cabin because I would like to travel and be outside a lot.

3.4.6 Activity

1.    Research the Noblesville Indiana Unified Development Ordinance (http://www.cityofnoblesville.org/egov/docs/1102311937181.htm). Review Article 12: Landscaping and Screening and answer the following.

a. What is the requirement concerning existing plant materials? (Section 4.A.7)
clearance of existing plants should be limited to that which is absolutely necessary
b. What landscaping treatment is required for detention/retention ponds? (Section 4.A.9)
should be landscaped with shade trees, ornamental trees, hedges, etc.
c. What landscape materials are prohibited? (Section 4.B.1.d)
rocks, gravel, stone, asphalt, and thorn-bearing plant species

d. What is the class of the proposed parking lot? (Section 5.B.1)
class B

e. What percent of the parking area is required to be landscaped?
5%

f. What is the maximum parking lot island size? (Section 5.C.1)
750 square feet
g. What is the minimum size of a landscape island in a single row of parking? What types of
plantings must it include? (Section 5.C.1.a)
180 square feet
h. What is the minimum size of a landscape island in a double row of parking? (Section 5.C.1.b)
240 square feet
i. What is the requirement at the end of parking rows? (Section 5.C.1.c)
each end should have a landscape island

j. What perimeter parking lot landscaping is required for the Keystone Library Renovation project? Assume that the property abuts other commercial facilities and public streets. (Section 5.D.2)
2 staggered canopy trees, 33 shrubberies

k. Is a landscape buffer yard required for the Keystone Library Renovation project? (Table 12.0.7.E)
yes

l. What is the requirement for screening trash receptacle enclosures? (Section 8.B.1)
completely screened by a wall on three sides matching the materials, fourth side shallconsist of a metal gate or other similar materials completely hiding the trash receptacle
m. What is the requirement for street trees? Although Highway 37 is a state road, for the purposes of this activity, assume that both adjacent streets are city streets. You will have to access Article 6: Site Design and Improvement Standards at (http://www.cityofnoblesville.org/egov/docs/1102311937181.htm. (Article 6, Part M)
Trees shall be planted as a public improvement along any new subdivision street. The cost of street trees and installation shall be born by the developer. The spacing of the street trees shall be every 40 to 60 feet.

3.4.2

·        How many parking spaces are required for the Keystone Library? Show your calculation. (COO Table 9, Section 159.142 or UDO Table 10.0.3.B)

32 parking spaces

·        What distance must parking lots be set back from the property line? ((UDO Section 4.B.1)

20 feet

·        Assuming a 90 degree parking angle, what size parking spaces should be used? (COO Table 10, Section 159.143 or UDO Table 10.0.4.A)

9x18 

·        What aisle width should be used? (COO Table 10, Section 159.143 or UDO Table 10.0.4.A)

24 feet

·        Describe the requirements on driveway (ingress and egress) location from adjacent property lines and intersections. (COO Section 159.143 or UDO Section 4.C.2)

25 feet

·        What is the maximum driveway width that can be used for a non-residential development? (COO Section 159.143 or UDO Section 4.C.2)

36 feet

·        What is the drainage runoff requirement for parking and driveway areas? (COO Section 159.143 or UDO Section 4.D.2)

Drainage of Runoff.  Such parking areas shall be graded and properly drained in such a manner that there will be no free flow of water onto either adjacent property or public sidewalks.  Any runoff generated by such improved areas shall be disposed of in appropriate drainage facilities.

·        Is parking lot lighting required? What is the requirement? (COO Section 159.143 or UDO Section 4.D.4)

Parking Lot Lighting.  A minimum of one foot-candle of illumination shall be provided throughout the parking lot.  Illumination of off-street parking areas shall be arranged and/or shielded so as not to reflect direct rays of light onto adjacent properties or streets, pursuant to §§ 159.200 through 159.208.

·        How many accessible parking spaces are required? (COO Table 11, Section 159.144 or UDO Table 10.0.5)

2

·        Is a loading area required for the library? (COO Section 159.147 or UDO Section 8.A)
yes

·        How many loading berths are required for the library? (COO Table 13, Section 159.147 or UDO Section 8.B)

1

·        In terms of parking lot landscaping requirements, what class of parking lot is required for the library? (Section 159.184)
B cause its between 21-50 spaces

·        Describe the overall interior parking lot landscape requirements.

5%

·        What are the requirements for single row parking landscape islands and peninsulas?

180sqft

·        What are the requirements for double row parking landscape islands and peninsulas?

240 sq ft

·        Where can one find the perimeter parking lot landscaping requirements? You may need to reference this information later.

Table 12.0.5.D.2

·        What other landscaping requirements are contained in the code of ordinances?

perimeter, provide sitting areas

·        Describe the requirements for trash receptacle enclosures. (Section 159.187)

6 feet high or 2 feet above the trassh recepticale Closed on three sides made of the same material of the building

3.2.8

1.    How do weight and applications of loads affect the design of a structure?
The weight and applications of loads affect the dersign of a structure by creating more pressure on the base of the structure.

2.    What factors determine whether soil is suitable to support a structure?

density, compactibility,

3.    What considerations influence the depth and height of the foundation?

frost level, type of soil, location

4.  What are the typical modes of failure of a concrete footing?
Soil heave, and breaking dead ends efficanrts

Foundation

3.1.5 Structural Efficiency report

Our structure was strong and sturdy, holding 10 pounds before being tested to its breaking point. It was also highly structurally efficient, but even after improvements, it still had definite room to improve, particularly in the base.

Our structure held 10 pounds successfully.

Structural efficiency rating = 143

Preliminary testing told us that we needed to improve the support in the center of the base level of the structure. Without time to make major compensations or adjustments, we quickly added the small central pillar. Beyond that, we only tweaked the structure's base a little to prevent the possibility of collapse due to leaning supports. If we had had time, I would have liked to move some of the supports and rid ourselves of the center support on the base without damaging the structural integrity.

1.    What factors could affect the choice of materials for the structural frame of a building?
Cost, strength, efficiency

2.     Is it advisable to compare the Structural Efficiency Rating for two different proposed framing systems for a building if one system uses structural steel framing and the other uses cast-in-place concrete? Why or why not? If not, what would be a better comparison to determine efficiency?
It isn't advisable, because they are for totally different purposes.

3.     Why would a structural engineer be more interested in the Structural Efficiency Rating using the maximum design load than the efficiency determined by using the maximum load capacity of the structure?
It will show that it is strong enough to hold what it needs to and not more.

essential Questions

1.    How do you achieve a balance between cost-saving measures, important features, and environmental responsibility when designing a residential structure?
by installing the true needs of the owner.

2.    What are the advantages and disadvantages of using 3D architectural software rather than creating hand-produced plans?
you can see what it looks like and it looks more realistic as well as more accurate of a scale
the cost of the software

3.    Why are organizations such as LEED important?
to improve the quality of the design

4.    When planning a project, how does the availability of public utilities impact the design?
it can limit the design by using building codes in the zoneing area

5.    What options are available for the management of wastewater from a building?
a good sewage system with a minimum 2% slope

6.    What are the important considerations when design a plumbing system?
To plan ahead so you don't have excess left over when your done and to find the shortest path

7.    Why should a designer know about the different types of lighting and their applications?
So they know what type of light would best sought the situation

8.    What are the important considerations when designing an electrical system?
they are that it should be simple but efficient

9.    What information is important when documenting the design of a building?
The size of the building, the electrical system, plumbing system

Activity 3.1.2

Activity 3.1.2 Land Use and Development Regulations

Introduction

Most locations within the United States fall within a municipality that regulates land use within its jurisdiction. Land Use regulations are designed to protect and promote the public health, safety, and general welfare. Typically they include Zoning Ordinances that control development by designating areas for specific types of use.  These ordinances include laws that control a wide variety of development activities within each zoning area, including building construction, parking lot design, entrances and exits from property, water and sewer facilities, storm water runoff, and landscaping.

As part of local Land Use regulations, many municipalities have adopted the International Building Code to regulate the design and construction of non-residential buildings. Although some jurisdictions within a state may not use the IBC, state or local regulations will typically adopt the IBC by reference, meaning that the requirements of the IBC apply within the jurisdiction of that state or other government body.

Rules that control other aspects of development vary and are published by each municipality. It is important to identify the codes and regulations that apply to a project and become familiar with the requirements for development before beginning the design of a project.

Equipment

Keystone Library Site Location Map

Keystone Library Site Plan

City of Noblesville, Indiana Code of Ordinances (found at http://www.amlegal.com/library/)

Section 154.04 Adoption of Rules by Reference

Section 159.105 Zoning Districts General Requirements

Section 159.107 Commercial Districts

Section 159.120 General Regulations

Appendix C

International Building Code 2009

Section 302

Section 303

Section 503

Section 602

Section 1004

Section 1005

Section 1021

Noblesville Zoning Map

Procedure

In this activity you will research the local code of ordinances and building codes to obtain important information needed to redesign the Keystone building.

The Keystone Building is within the city of Noblesville, Indiana. The Noblesville Code of Ordinances applies to this project location. 

1.    Identify the Building Code that applies in Noblesville by reviewing Section 154.04 Adoption of Rules by Reference in the Noblesville Code of Ordinances.

Indiana Building Code 2009

2.    Visit the Indiana Association of Building Officials website at http://www.iabo.com/ and follow the link to Current Codes. On which model code is the current Indiana Building Code based?

Indiana Building Code 2006

3.    Using the International Building Code, find the Use and Occupancy classification of the proposed new Keystone Building.

303.1 Assembly Group A3

4.    Using the International Building Code, describe each of the four types of construction. Based on the existing structure, under which of these types of construction could the Keystone Building fall? See section 503.1.

I. Steel Framing Encased in concrete

II. Steel Framing

III. Noncombustible material

IV. Heavy timber

V. Any materials allowed by code may be used

Type I, II, III, IV

5.    Compare the allowable Building Heights and Areas (IBC 2009 Table 503) for the Keystone Library using different construction types. What is the least restrictive construction type that can be used for the Keystone Library? Is a fire-protective layer required over the structural elements? Note: The letter A indicates that the structural members are protected by a fire-rated coating or cover (sheetrock, spray on, or another approved method). The letter B indicates that the structural members are not protected by an additional fire-rated coating or cover.

Area of first floor = 9424 ft²

Type Three B

6.    What materials do you propose to use for the new interior walls and floor for the Keystone Building? Justify your answer.

Fire treated wood interior or brick 

7.    Use the IBC to determine the Occupant Load (IBC 2009 Section 1004) for the Keystone Building assuming a second floor is added. For now, conservatively assume that the second floor is entirely stacks and that the first floor is entirely reading rooms. In addition, because there is currently no plan to include an outside stairway to the roof, assume that the occupants of the green roof must exit through the 2^nd floor. The building inspector has determined, based on the planned use of the green roof as additional reading area, that the occupant load for the green roof may be based on the requirements for reading rooms.

First Floor Area = 8833 ft²

            177 people can be on floor one

Second Floor area 4453ft²

45 people

Green room area 4380 ft²

88 people

             Total occupant load 310 people

           

8.    The occupant load is used to determine the minimum egress width for the building. Use the IBC to determine the required total egress width (IBC 2009 Section 1005) for the Keystone Building including the second floor.

Total Egress width

311occupation total*.02inches =62.2 inches

Required star egress form 2^nd floor

.03 inches * (44+88) occupants = 40.2 inches

9.    What is the minimum number of exits required for the Occupant Load (IBC 2009 Section 1021)?

Minimum is 2 exits

10. Read IBC 2009 Section 1021.2. Is it permissible to have only a single exit from the ground floor? From the second floor? Justify your answers.

No there are too many people

            No

The answers to the following questions should be researched in the Noblesville Code of Ordinances and the Noblesville Zoning Map.

11. In which zoning designation does the Keystone building property lie? (Refer to the Keystone Library Site Location Map to help locate the site on the zoning map.)

PB= Planned Business

12. Describe the purpose of this zoning designation. Document your answer with a section number from the code.

13. What is the minimum lot size within this designation? Does the Keystone Property meet this requirement? Document your answer with a section number of the code.

20,000 ft²

14. What is the maximum building height according to the Noblesville ordinance?

Three Stories or 35ft

15. Read Section 159.120 of the Noblesville Code of Ordinances. Record any information that is important to the redevelopment of the Keystone building.

16. Is the Use proposed in Keystone Building Project permitted on this property?  Document your answer.

Yes

17. When developing a property, when is landscaping and screening required?