Design Standards and Guidelines by Community Plans

Chester / Stevensville Community Plan

Within the community plan, there are 4 appendices pertaining to design guidelines for new neighborhoods, commercial infill, residential infill, and a short glossary defining some of the design terminologies

• Appendix B - Design Guidelines for New Neighborhoods (PDF)
• Appendix C - Commercial Infill and Redevelopment Guidelines (PDF)
• Appendix D - Residential Infill and Redevelopment Guidelines (PDF)
• Appendix E - Glossary (PDF)

Grasonville Community Plan

Chapter 4 of the plan contains 7 sections that specify the planning objectives for existing residential neighborhoods, Main Street, new planned neighborhoods, commercial and recreational areas, as well as the new medical campus and the rural areas.

• Chapter 4 - Planning Recommendations (PDF)

Kent Narrows Community Plan

Also Chapter 4 in this plan, and specifically starting on page 94, are the architectural guidelines and design elements explained along with specific visual examples.

• Chapter 4 - Planning Recommendations (PDF)