• Develop a conceptual elevation of the building from the Towpath trail
• Develop a conceptual elevation of the building from Literary Ave
• Present proposals that screen the garage from the Towpath trail
• Identify current and potential future pedestrian connections to trails and right-of-ways
• Consider splitting the building to break up the mass

A dynamic color palette and natual materials are recommended for the exterior finish.

Approved conceptually with the condition of revisiting the exterior design. The exterior design should reinforce the conceptual block massing shown initially in the presentation. The heavy use of vertical elements means the massing articulation is lost and is not compatible with the neighborhood context.

The parking garage must be fully screened from the Towpath Trail.

Schematic design approved as presented. The following notes pertain to preparation for final design approval:

• Landscape plans, details that will be important are the entrance plaza off of Literary; the towpath "plazas"; landscaping along Literary Road
• Material transitions between floors/commerical & residential space should be identified
• Grade changes and terracing details will be expected
• Native plantings in landscaping are preferred
• Consider a more dynamic color palette, especially for the western elevation/interior parking lot side of the building

Schematic design approved as presented. The following notes pertain to preparation for final design approval:

• Landscape plans, details that will be important are the entrance plaza off of Literary; the towpath "plazas"; landscaping along Literary Road
• Material transitions between floors/commerical & residential space should be identified
• Grade changes and terracing details will be expected
• Native plantings in landscaping are preferred
• Consider a more dynamic color palette, especially for the western elevation/interior parking lot side of the building

1.     Detail the materials used for the entry drive

2.     Use human scaled elements such as benches, tables, etc. and other amenity features to help populate and activate this important space

3.     Install bike racks at public entrances to the building on both the east/west sides

4.     Revisit the literary frontage to reduce the "fortress-like" quality of the facade. Consider steading/other activation amenities, or even a stair connection up to the patio/deck.