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Masonry Ordinance Case Study: Jersey Village, Texas
Almost from its inception, this
established Houston suburb
has used its masonry ordinance
to influence...
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Almost from its inception, this
established Houston suburb
has used its masonry ordinance
to influence the architectural character
of its community. It requires 75%
masonry to the elevation of the first
floor for all residential construction and
100% masonry in commercial zones.
The residential guidelines date back to
the later 1950s, while the commercial
requirements were added later as new
zones were created...
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Masonry Ordinance Case Study: Aurora, Colorado
Mayor Paul Tauer said his city was
tired of being a “dumping
ground” for shoddy housing.
In 2000,...
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Mayor Paul Tauer said his city was
tired of being a “dumping
ground” for shoddy housing.
In 2000, they did something about
it, passing an ordinance requiring all new
homes to have facades of at least 50%
brick. Councilmember (and the Mayor’s
son) Ed Tauer said, “I think it sends a
pretty strong message to builders and,
more importantly, to buyers that Aurora’s
going to be a quality area...
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Masonry Ordinance Case Study: Kernersville, North Carolina
Many of North Carolina’s
smaller communities, particularly
those located in the
crosshairs of urban...
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Many of North Carolina’s
smaller communities, particularly
those located in the
crosshairs of urban sprawl, are facing a
crisis of identity. Community character
and quality of life have become major
issues. Kernersville, N.C., centrally
positioned within the Triad region
composed of Winston-Salem, High Point
and Greensboro, had grown from a
population of 10,836 in 1990 to 17,126
in 2000. Town leaders knew they had to
take action to preserve Kernersville’s
small town character and protect itself
from...
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Masonry Ordinance Case Study: Eden Prairie, Minnesota
The fastest growing suburb in
Minnesota in the 1980s, the City of
Eden Prairie weathered the growth
spurt...
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The fastest growing suburb in
Minnesota in the 1980s, the City of
Eden Prairie weathered the growth
spurt without sacrificing the integrity of its
historic architecture. One of the tools it
used to maintain its was a masonry
ordinance, enacted in 1982, requiring all
commercial and multi-family development
to be built with an exterior of at least 75%
brick, stone or glass.
City Planner Mike Franzen says...
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Masonry Ordinance Case Study: Richardson, Texas
The City increased existing
masonry requirements for single
family residences in January
2003 – from...
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The City increased existing
masonry requirements for single
family residences in January
2003 – from 75% of the first floor to
75% of the entire structure. At the
same time, the City chose to restrict
the use of hardboard siding on new
structures because of concerns about its
long-term durability. Richardson has
had some type of masonry requirement
in place since its first zoning ordinance
was passed in 1956 and has always
limited the definition of masonry to
brick or stone...
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Masonry Ordinance Case Study: Overland Park, Kansas
After trying to enforce an “informal”
brick requirement for years,
Overland Park is putting its
preference...
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After trying to enforce an “informal”
brick requirement for years,
Overland Park is putting its
preference for brick on the books. The
city’s design guidelines, which have been in
the works for over three years and are
expected to receive final approval in
October 2002, require 40% brick or stone
on all new multi-family and commercial
construction. Previously the city’s site plan
review committee had tried to steer
builders and developers toward brick...
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How Strong is Your Vision: Planning Masonry Ordinances
Through the crafting of thoughtful masonry construction guidelines, you can help ensure that the residential,...
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Through the crafting of thoughtful masonry construction guidelines, you can help ensure that the residential, multi-family and commercial structures built today will add value, beauty, durability and tax-base stability to your town for years to come.
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Concrete Masonry Video: A Foundation for Fire Safety
This 6-minute video demonstrates how three different types of partition walls — concrete masonry,...
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This 6-minute video demonstrates how three different types of partition walls -- concrete masonry, gypsum, and fiber-reinforced gypsum -- perform during a rigorous fire safety test (ASTM E119).
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Choosing the Right Masonry System for your Budget
This Power Point presentation is also known as “Value Engineering Without Tears: Advice for Long...
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This Power Point presentation is also known as "Value Engineering Without Tears: Advice for Long Term Owners of Masonry Structures." Rocky Mountain Masonry Institute Technical Director and Staff Architect Diane Travis demonstrates how to cost effectively design with masonry for maximum longevity.
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Building For Our Future: Making the Case for Total Masonry Construction for New Schools
This 20-minute video highlights the benefits of solid masonry construction in new schools, including:...
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This 20-minute video highlights the benefits of solid masonry construction in new schools, including: low life cycle costs, little or no maintenance, prevention of mold, and maximum durability.
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Fire and Acoustics Calculator
Online tool that calculates fire and sound transmission class (STC) ratings of masonry walls.
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Online tool that calculates fire and sound transmission class (STC) ratings of masonry walls.
