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BAY FAIR TOD SPECIFIC PLAN Building and Site Design The placement and orientation of a building on a parcel, the condition of the private property setback, and the design of parking and loading areas strongly influence how development interacts with public streets and pathways. Building articulation, facade design, and architecture also have a powerful effect on the overall character of the area. This section provides guidance for both site and building design, as well as for building performance and desired green building features in new development. Site Design and Setbacks Site Design and Setback Standards MAXIMUM FAR. The maximum FAR within the Plan Area is specified in the General Plan. All projects shall meet applicable standards for maximum and minimum building height, setbacks, open area, lot coverage, building placement, and other related requirements. 2. BUILDING AND BLOCK LENGTH. No new building or block shall be longer than 440 feet in length without a publicly accessible connection through the parcel to another publicly accessible connection such as street, pedestrian path, or park/ plaza. Desired connections are shown in Figure 2.4. The 440-foot maximum may be exceeded by up to 10% with approval Examp/es of Bay Fair building setbacks, mid -block connection, and public sidewalk dimensions from the City Zoning Enforcement Official (ZEO). The 440-foot maximum block size is encouraged but not required for future improvements to existing buildings within existing blocks. 3. SITE COVERAGE. Maximum lot coverage is 80% for all development types including mixed -use, residential, office, and retail. Minimum open area coverage for all development types is 20% of lot area. Open area may be a combination of public and private, consistent with standards and guidelines. At least one-third of the required open area should be vegetated with grass, trees, or other landscaping. 4. PARCEL AGGREGATION. Contiguous parcels maybe aggregated under common or affiliated ownership to create larger, more flexible development sites. 5. SURFACE PAVEMENT COVERAGE. For new development, pavement areas for automobile parking and circulation shall cover no more than 30% of the total site area.