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VISION

The vision for MacDill Air Force Base is an “Architecture of Community.” This vision isof excellent architecture that displays a high quality corporate image and blends thevalues and character of place into the environment. The vision for this installation isfounded on examples of historic and contemporary buildings, and a subtropical land-scape. It is intended to reflect a central Florida regionalism and acknowledge therichness of its military and cultural past. Achieving the Architecture of Communitywill result in buildings of the highest quality, complimented by and compatible withtheir surroundings.

INTRODUCTION ............................................. 2

BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS ...................... 6

Community ................................................. 7

Character ............................................... 7

Wall Systems ......................................... 8

Applied Colors ...................................... 10

Roof Systems ........................................ 12

Entrances ............................................. 13

Screens and Enclosures ........................ 14

Ancillary Structures ............................... 16

Industrial / Flightline Area ...................... 17

NAVCENT Compound ............................. 18

Commercial Area .................................. 19

Historic Structures ............................... 20Family Housing ........................................ 22

SITE DESIGN STANDARDS ........................... 24

Site Development ..................................... 25

Siting .................................................. 25

Landform ............................................. 26

Site Furnishings ....................................27

Roadways ............................................ 30

Parking Areas ....................................... 31

Pedestrian Circulation .......................... 33

Signage ............................................... 34

Lighting ............................................... 35

Utilities .................................................37

Landscape .............................................. 38

Open Space ......................................... 39

Streetscaping ...................................... 40

Facility Landscaping .............................. 41

IMPLEMENTATION ........................................ 42

APPENDICES .............................................. 46

Materials and Colors .............................. A1

Plans and Guides ................................. A2

Landscape Materials ............................ A3

ACP Design Checklist ........................... A4

Index ................................................... A5

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architectural compatibility plan – MacDill Air Force Base2

The Architectural Compatibility Plan (ACP) defines a clear design vocabularyto be used throughout the base, providing specific standards to be observed inall aspects of exterior design. Compatible architecture is accomplished notonly with buildings that are similar, but also through the use of common designforms, details, materials, site features, and streetscapes.

The ACP’s goal is to create a visually unified environment based on a sense ofcommunity similar to a campus or small town. The primary design goal is todirect development of MacDill towards a livable, attractive, and visually cohe-sive Air Force base.

The plan helps build quality places that contribute to the community. It willmerge the historic and contemporary styles of architecture on MacDill AirForce Base.

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Purpose

The purpose of the ACP is to define specificdesign standards for buildings, sitedevelopment, and streetscapes that serve tointegrate the visual character throughout thebase.

The ACP will help ensure consistent qualitydesign decisions by commanders, planners,architects, engineers, maintenance staff,and residents. It promotes clear, concisecommunication between MacDill AFB asthe client and design professionals.

This plan applies to self-help initiatives,small projects, and operations andmaintenance activities as well as largeconstruction efforts.

The ACP is referenced from and supportsthe MacDill General Plan as a key compo-nent plan.

How to Use This Plan

The Building Design Standards Sectiongives requirements for facilities within eachof the architectural settings and special useareas. For special use areas, refer to thecommunity setting standards and then thespecial use area standards for morespecific information.

The Site Design Standards Section providesinformation on site development andamenities to be applied throughout theinstallation.

The Implementation Section of the booklethighlights key elements to help ensuresuccess in designing and constructingexcellent facilities. The implementationsection is used to facilitate the coordinationand approval of design submittals. Itdiscusses the traditional design process,highlights the importance of site analysis,and describes the role of the ArchitecturalCompatibility Review Board (ACRB). Allfuture construction and renovation efforts forall customers and funding sources willadhere to the guidelines in this ACP.Designs must be approved by the ACRBprior to contract advertising.

Finally, the appendices provide additionalinformation including a general index, listsof building materials, site amenities, paintcolors, landscape materials, and reviewchecklists for the ACRB and projectpersonnel. Use the appendices in conjunc-tion with the booklet as a quick deskreference to specific materials and colorspecifications.

A poster is available upon request thatdisplays photographic examples ofcommunity at MacDill Air Force Base.

Note: Not all photos in this ACP are taken from MacDillAFB. Some photos are from off-base locations, whichdemonstrate the intended standard / vision.


Architectural Settings

The architectural settings are geographi-cally defined areas having a particularvisual character.

c o m m u n i t y

This architectural settingencompasses the majority ofthe installation supporting a

number of different functions and architec-tural styles. Within this setting are threespecial use areas (the Commercial Area,the Industrial / Flightline Area and theNAVCENT Compound) and several HistoricStructures.

The commercial area supports mostly retailoriented facilities from the very massive BX/ commissary building to smaller structuresincluding a filling station and a fast foodoutlet. This area has a distinct visualcharacter unto itself with few visualconnections to the rest of the installation.

The industrial / flightline area contains a mixof large hangar and warehouse structuresalong with a few smaller administrativefacilities.

The NAVCENT compound supports a smallnumber of buildings that have a strongvisual continuity and provide subtle, visualties to the rest of the installation.

There are several structures interspersedthroughout the community setting that havebeen identified as having historical value.These are further identified in the Historicstructures section. These structures shouldbe protected and maintained as focal pointsof interest.

f a m i l y h o u s i n g

The architectural style of theFamily Housing setting is of acoastal character reflecting

the unique climate of the southeasternUnited States. Buildings are mostly multi-family structures organized into neighbor-hoods similar to suburban areas. Newhousing units are typically duplex units, sethigh above grade with large overhangs andhipped or gabled roofs. Unaccompaniedand transient housing is located within theCommunity Setting.

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Architectural Settings Delineation Map


Color, material, form, scale, massing, and detailing are important elements inestablishing style and visual continuity. Creating unity, not conformity, is thegoal. Of the many different existing architectural styles at MacDill AFB, FloridaCoastal and International are the two predominant styles, and are quite differ-ent in appearance. The overarching vision for MacDill is to create a commonvisual character, which ties, merges, and blends these existing styles to-gether yet relates individually to both.

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� CHARACTER

Tampa has an architectural characterspecific to the region and climate. Thedesire for MacDill facilities is to strengthenthe tie to this regional image. Incorporatetraditional elements of the historic vernacu-lar such as horizontal building expressions,stucco walls, louvered vents, pedimentedporches with recessed entryways, andhipped roofs with projecting eaves. It willalso combine these with select expressionsof other existing styles on base character-ized by quoins, modern horizontal forms,and expressed structure of pilasters andbeams. The resulting architecturalcharacter is a contemporary Florida Coastalstyle.

Style / Form

� Compliment historic features on high-visibility facilities without duplicating.

� Emphasize horizontal proportions onBuilding elements.

� Combining historic features withexposed skeletal frame is encouraged.

� Rectangular elements are the standardfor major building masses. Use clean,simple, contemporary forms and avoidcurves or angular elements.

� Develop a strong relationship betweenbuildings and exterior spaces.

� Articulate building facades to createareas of shade and shadow.

Scale / Massing

� Incorporate amenities such as plazas,loggias, arcades, covered entries, trellisstructures, and landscaping.

� Combine functions whenever possible toavoid a proliferation of small indepen-dent structures.

Application of the following standards will link all the communityfacilities together and create a uniform architectural image. Thethree special use areas and the many historic structures included in this setting haveadditional criteria to be used in lieu of, or in addition to, the general Communitycriteria. Limited adjustments in the application of the standard materials and detailswill be required to blend the new style with existing adjacent facilities. Some areasmay rely more on site features than architectural elements to create a commonconnection.

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� Use submassing for larger structures.

� Break up facades with windows,recessed panels, horizontal banding, orby expressing the skeletal structure.

� Break up the mass of large structures toallow for sloped roofs to the maximumextent.

� WALL SYSTEMS

Wall materials must be chosen based on thefunction of the facility and the materials ofthe adjacent structures. The goal is to limitthe pallet of materials used on base andease the transition between the wide varietyof existing materials by adjusting theproportions and details of the approvedmaterials. Consistent application of colorsand materials will bind the base togetherand reduce visual clutter caused by toomuch diversity.

Materials and Color

� Use only base standard materials andcolors. Minimize surfaces requiringpainting and cleaning. (See AppendixA-1).

� Use integral colored materials andfactory finished building products toreduce maintenance.

� Use only corrosion-resistant, factoryfinished fasteners and exterior metalsexcept for Historic preservation projects.

� Brazil Nut, sand finish stucco walls withSeed Pearl highlights and details are thestandard.

� Pebble colored split-face block isacceptable as an accent on a limitedbasis.

� Pebble colored split-face block as anaccent to respond to an adjacentfacility’s wall material is also allowed ona limited basis.

� Use sealant to match or blend withsurface materials and color.

� High-visibility facilities shall demon-strate a greater application of historicdetailing.

� Limit pre-finished metal wall panels tolarger industrial buildings.

Accents / Detailing

� Architectural accents such as quoins,horizontal banding, medallions, friezes,vaulted openings, recessed areas orother adapted detailing are encouragedon high-visibility facilities.

� Use accents such as medallions, stuccojoints, patterns, etc. to highlight entriesand to enliven otherwise featurelessfacades.

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� Do not “over decorate” or duplicate intotal, historic styles for new facilities.

� Accents such as quoins, medallions, andfriezes shall be factory finished colors.

� Use expansion joints, reveals, recessedpanels, and expressed pilasters to breakup flat facades and add visual interest.

Building Base

� Soften (minimize) the visual impact ofraising floor level to +11.5 feet abovesea level.

� Distinguish the base from the facadewhere earth berms are not utilized.

� Consider overall building height andproportion on detailing.

� Protect stucco from damage by lawnmaintenance equipment.

Parapets and Copings

� Use horizontal parapets at all buildingswith low-sloped roofs.

� Use a narrow metal coping finished tomatch the wall color.

Wall Components

� Aesthetically organize all mechanical,electrical, and other building compo-nents as design elements of the facadeand coordinate with other architecturalfeatures.

� Finish of wall components, such as gasmeters, fire bells, vents, louvers,electrical boxes, and communicationequipment, shall match wall color.

� Do not expose conduits, cables, andpiping on walls.

� Locate equipment such as gas meters tominimize visual impact.

� Integrate all mechanical, electrical, andother building components into theoverall architectural design.

� Do not expose conduits, cables, andpiping on exterior walls.

� All gas meters, fire bells, vents, louvres,and electrical / communications boxesshall match the painted wall surface onwhich equipment is mounted.

Windows and Doors

� Use aluminum windows doors and doorframes with thermal break constructionon all exterior surfaces.

� Use combination of windows or mulliondesign to emphasize a horizontalcharacter in window openings.

� Incorporate operable windows wherepossible.

� Use bronze tinted, low-emissivity (notmirrored) glazing.


� Secondary doors, utility doors, securitydoors, overhead doors, and outlyingfacility sites shall match the wall color(normally Brazil Nut). These doors andframes shall be anodized aluminium.

� Door and frame colors shall match.

� Use dark bronze sealant next to bronzewindows and doors.

� Do not use glass block for openings oras an exterior wall system.

� Translucent fiberglass glazing is allowedfor clerestory windows and for hurricaneprotection. (Normally use Brazil Nutcolored frames).

� Clerestory windows normally use BrazilNut colored frames.

� Transom windows / elements abovedoors / windows are encouraged.

� Sealant color shall match adjacent wallcolor.

Transition Buildings

� Transition buildings are those that lie onthe border between two visually distinctareas.

� Integrate the color and materials ofadjacent areas as accents on transitionbuildings, only with ACRB approval.

Existing Buildings

� Match the existing materials for addition/ alteration projects unless a significantchange to the exterior envelope isincluded.

� Whenever possible bring existingfacilities into compliance.

� APPLIED COLORS

Coastal architecture employs the use oflighter tones in response to the intensesunlight common to this region and the vividcolors of the abundant flora and fauna.Coastal architecture at MacDill is expressedthrough a common field color “Brazil Nut,”and a lighter colored highlight “Seed Pearl.”This accent is used on architectural featuressuch as quoins, lintels, recessed panels, orhorizontal banding.

A limited palette is essential in creatingcompatibility. Facilities should haveindividual character, but should also have agreater sense of community.

General Paint Guidelines

� Use factory finished building products toreduce maintenance costs.

� Consider individual paint schemes incontext to the community.

� Consistently apply paint colors to similarelements.

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Original color samples are on file in the Base CivilEngineering office.

� Use a single color per field, trim, oraccent element on a facade.

� Paint to visually enhance architecturaldetails, reduce mass, and blend with thesurrounding environment.

� Keep paint schemes simple and do not“over detail” accents.

� Do not create false architecturalfeatures such as quoins, lintels, bases,and capitals through painting.

� Do not paint over factory finishes unlessthe existing colors do not comply.

� Downplay service buildings by minimiz-ing accent and trim painting.

� Remove building lettering, signs, andother architectural elements ofcontrasting colors, prior to painting.

� Do not use yellow hazard markings onbuildings.

� Painting insignias or other super-graphics on buildings or tanks isdiscouraged.

� Paint wall mounted equipment to matchadjacent surface.

� Do not accent downspouts, vents,louvers, or gable ends.

� Do not paint curbing.

� Do not paint concrete elements andremove any existing paint on concrete.

Specific Paint Application

� Variations are subject to ACRB approval.

� Paint wall surfaces Brazil Nut andaccents, such as trim, quoins, andfascias Seed Pearl.

� Painting individual building massesWorsted Tan as an accent to the primarycolor is acceptable to break up largerbuildings.

� Paint tanks and supporting equipmentSeed Pearl.

� Fascias on metal roofed buildings shallmatch standing seam metal roof color(PPG 5LR53975 - Terra Cotta).

� Soffit color to match field color(normally Brazil Nut.)

� Fascias on clay tile roof buildings shallbe Seed Pearl.

� Paint primary entry doors and framesManor House. If painting a facility withblack window frames – ICI #1674 DeepOnyx may be used with ACRB approval.

� Paint secondary entry doors and framesBrazil Nut where no attention is to bedrawn.

� At facilities with multi-number of doorsthat face no apparent main entry (i.e.VQ, Dorms, etc.) paint doors and frames

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� Downspout finish shall match the wallcolor.

� Do not use exposed angled leaders.

Vents / Equipment

� Minimize, consolidate, and organizeroof penetrations on the least visibleside of the building.

� PVC pipes and other roof elements mustbe finished to match the roof color.

PPG 5LR53975 Terra Cotta

� ROOF SYSTEMS

As one of the most visually formidablepieces of a building, the roof color, material,and form play a large role in architecturalcompatibility. Terra cotta colored standingseam metal hipped roofs are the standard.Terra cotta tile hipped roofs are allowed onhigh-visibility facilities with ACRB approval.

Decision shall be based on facility locationon base, function of building, adjacencies,priority / hierarchy of facilities within basecommunity.

Configuration

� Use hipped roofs with pitches between3:12 and 5:12 as the primary buildingform for all facility types.

� Open gabled elements may be used toaccent entries.

� Use large overhangs between 2 feet and3 feet proportional to the size and heightof the building.

� Break up overall roof massing on largerstructures.

� Minimize thickness of roof edge toexpress a thin edge.

� Low-sloped roofs are only allowed forlarger structures in combination withhipped roofs, or to match existingconditions on add / alt projects.

Materials and Color

� Use only the approved Terra Cotta (PPG5LR53975) colored standing seammetal, 16 inch wide panel with 2 inchraised seam.

� Ancillary buildings will use terra cottatile on hipped roofs.

� Use speckled terra cotta tile to reflectthe historic structures.

� Use membrane roofing with a minimumslope of 1/2 : 12 for low-sloped roofs.

Gutters, Fascias, and Downspouts

� Generally, the depth of fascias shall beno larger than 8 inches.

� Fascia finish shall match the roof colorwhen occurring with metal roofing.

� Flashing color shall match roof color.

� Stepped flashing at the intersection ofroofs and walls shall match wall color.

� The use of gutters is encouraged.

� Gutters on sloped roofs shall be factoryfinished to match the roof color.

� Minimize the negative visual impact ofdownspouts by coordinating placementwith architectural features.


� Do not use rooftop mechanical unitsunless mandatory. When used,minimize the negative visual effects.

� Consider the use of dormer vents toconceal and screen exhaust fans.

� ENTRANCES

Entrances not only act as the transitionalelement from exterior to interior, they alsoprovide opportunities to create a focal pointon a facade. They establish a user’s firstimpression and delineate the importance ofthe building by the size and architecturaldetailing of the entrance structure.

Primary

� Recess entries to distinguish them onthe facade and to provide shade andprotection from the elements.

� Create enclosed vestibules and weather-protected transition spaces at entrances.

� Use open gabled roof elements at high-visibility entries.

� Incorporate courtyards and / or entryplazas into the design.

� Use accent pavers in approach walkwayor at entry plaza feature.

� Integrate handicap ramps into overalldesign.

� Light colored canvas canopies andstand-alone pavilion entries are allowedwith ACRB approval.

� Locate magazine racks and othersimilar elements out of view to avoidvisual clutter.

Secondary

� Secondary entrances for pedestrianaccess are to reflect the character of theprimary entry but to a lesser extent.

� Recess entries to provide areas of shadeand weather protection.

� Provide a small courtyard or seatingarea near secondary entries.

Service and Emergency Egress

� Minimize visual impact with properlocation.

� Provide unobtrusive service entrancesthat are physically and visually sepa-rated from primary and secondaryentrances.

� Incorporate emergency egress struc-tures into design.

� Use landscaping and screen walls toscreen and separate loading docks.

� Minimize visual impact of exit-only doors.

� Do not use canopies at emergencyegress doorways.


Handrails

� Use dark bronze, pre-finished metalhandrails.

� Terra cotta colored handrails areallowed as an accent with ACRBapproval.

� Integrate handrails with facility design.

Drop-offs

� Limit use of covered drop-offs to highvisibility buildings.

� Covered drop-offs shall be an integralpart of the building entrance using thesame style, form, and materials.

� Treat these sites as special, high-profiledesign areas with correspondingamenities, design accents, and formallandscaping.

Trellises

� Incorporate trellises into the design ofhigh-visibility facilities to create areas ofshade and interest.

� Construct trellises of low maintenance,materials.

� Incorporate vines or other landscapematerials in the design.

� Integrate with building design / style andentry plazas or outdoor spaces.

Arcades and Loggias

� Arcades and / or loggias as an extensionof the building entrance are encouraged.

� Integrate with the building’s design,style, form, and materials.

Plazas and Courtyards

� The use of plazas and courtyards isencouraged.

� Use concrete surfacing with terra cottacolored concrete paver accents.

� Integrate handicap access ramp intoplaza.

� Integrate planters into plazas, court-yards, and formal building entries.

� SCREENS AND ENCLOSURES

Screens and enclosures help to minimizethe visual impact of undesirable features aswell as provide separation and securitywhere necessary. Both solid and landscapescreens, separately and in combination, canbe applied to achieve visual continuitythroughout the installation. See p. 39 forlandscape screens.

General

� Locate utility components in the leastvisible area with adequate access tominimize the need for screening.

Screen Walls

� Use Pebble colored, split-face block forfacility walls and equipment screenwalls adjacent to facilities.

� Screen walls adjacent to historicbuildings shall be stucco.

� Ensure that screen walls are a minimumof six feet high and a maximum heightrequired to conceal equipment, vendingmachines, and utilities.

� Generally, do not attach screen walls tobuildings.


� Construct free-standing garden walls ofbuff colored split-face block with pebblecolored accents.

� Do not place screen walls immediatelyadjacent to roadways or sidewalks.

� Use landscaping to soften walls.

Fencing

� Fencing adjacent to high-visibilityfacilities, such as the Child DevelopmentCenter, must be of high quality materialssuch as decorative metal fencing.

� Use stucco columns with black metalfence infill for screen walls that don’trequire visual separation.

� Dark brown, vinyl-covered chain linkfence in industrial and low-visibility sitesis allowed with ACRB approval.

� Perimeter fencing shall respond to thesite context.

� Use decorative metal and stucco, split-faced block, or stucco with accent.

Dumpster Enclosures

� Locate dumpsters to minimize visualimpact.

� Construct dumpster enclosures in allsettings of buff colored split-face blockwith pebble colored accents.

� In high-visibility locations provideWorsted Tan colored metal gates toscreen dumpsters.

� Provide Brazil Nut colored protectivebollards.

� Design enclosures as part of buildingservice areas for new facilities.

� Provide concrete pads and accessaprons.

� Include landscaping areas andprovisions for pedestrians access.

Force Protection

� Integrate security walls with the buildingarchitecture.

� Use a combination of walls, bollards,and tension cables with landscape beds.

� Do not paint Jersey Barriers.

� Minimize the visibility of all forceprotection devices with landscaping andintegral designs.


� ANCILLARY STRUCTURES

Similarity in ancillary structures, color, andmaterials provides a thread of continuity inthe outdoor spaces on the base and reducesoverall visual clutter.

General

� Centrally locate and combine smallerstructures to reduce visual clutter.

� Use non-weathering, corrosion resistantmaterials.

� Landscape ancillary structures consis-tent with larger structures.

� Do not use temporary buildings.

� Minimize the use and number of storagebuildings, and consolidate in low-visibility areas.

Pavilions

� Construct pavilions of stucco columnsand terra cotta clay tile, hipped roofs.

� Construct pavilions in industrial /flightline area of concrete encasedmetal posts and standing seam hippedroofs.

� In locations where multiple pavilions willbe constructed, organize structures tocreate gathering areas with an internalfocal point.

� Gazebos are not allowed.

Waiting Shelters

� Use stucco walls with dark bronzemullioned infill windows and a terracotta tile, hipped roof.

� Locate shelters in convenient locationswith proper allowances for bus,automobile traffic and pedestrianaccess. Do not overuse.

� Use accent pavers in the walkway todistinguish the area.

Kiosks

� Construct kiosks of galvanized metalposts supporting inset bulletin boardpanels covered by a terra cotta tilehipped roof.

� Color shall be Seed Pearl.

� Locate kiosks at high public use areassuch as shopping areas, housing areas,and recreation areas.


� INDUSTRIAL / FLIGHTLINE AREA

This area comprises mostly industrial typefacilities adjacent to the airfield. Maintainthe aesthetic of the Community Settingamongst the typically larger, more massivestructures that are found there.

Character

� Consolidate functions where possible toeliminate smaller, individual buildings.

� Use forms, materials, and colors similarto community but with simplifieddetailing.

� Lower the apparent height of hangarsand warehouses by arranging single-story spaces along the perimeter.

� Modulate building elevations withsubmasses, clerestories, openings,material changes, and architecturaldetailing.

� Avoid large flat facades addressing thestreet.

� All industrial facilities require curbs andbollard protection.

Wall Systems

� Approved wall systems include stucco,split-face block, and flat metal panels.

� Use stucco or a combination of stuccoand split-face block on smaller adminis-trative facilities.

� Use split-face block or a combination ofblock and metal panel on largermaintenance facilities.

� Do not use metal panel as the solematerial for any structure.

� Locate visible vents and louvres asplanned design elements.

� Clerestory windows are encouraged toincrease natural light and to break upthe mass of the facade.

� Use dark bronze window and doorframes with thermal break construction.

Roof Systems

� Low-sloped roofs are allowed for largerbuildings.

� Do not use terra cotta tile roofs.

� Lower appendages and entries shallhave hipped roofs.

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� NAVCENT COMPOUND

This special use area is well established inits aesthetic character and retains anindividual image separate yet compatiblewith that of the community setting.Guidelines involve maintaining andfostering that image.

Character

� Buildings are to be single story withDutch-hipped roofs.

� Incorporate the use of raised planters orretaining walls to ease the transitionbetween grade and floor elevation.

Wall Systems

� Fluted block on a limited basis may beused as accents or details to relate newfacilities with existing.

� Walls are to be buff colored, split-faceblock with limited architectural detailingor accents.

� Windows and primary doors are to bedark bronze, storefront systems withclear glazing.

� Use punched, recessed windowopenings of vertical proportion.

� Use dark bronze metal railing at raisedareas around buildings.

� Use punched recessed windows of avertical proportion.

Roof Systems

� Roofs are to be dark bronze, standingseam metal with Dutch hips.

� Roofs are to be 5 : 12 pitch with 2 footoverhangs.

� Use dark bronze gutters and finishdownspouts to match wall color.

Additions and Alterations

� Given the site constraints, additions arepreferable to new structures within thiscompound.

� Keep additions and alterations toexisting structures consistent with thearchitectural character of the originalbuilding.

� New structures outside of the desig-nated area must be approved by theACRB.


� COMMERCIAL AREA

The existing visual character of this area isquite different than the rest of the commu-nity setting. The goal is to acknowledge thecommercial aesthetic while providing siteamenities, signs, walls, and landscapingthat will soften the difference and visuallylink the area to the remainder of theinstallation.

Character

� Buildings in this area are to be singlestory structures.

� The use of arcades, loggias, or otherentry features is encouraged.

Wall Systems

� For new buildings use the communitystandards with accents of dark brownstucco to reflect the adjacent structures.

� Additions and alterations shall matchexisting materials / colors.

� Windows are to be dark bronzestorefront systems with clear glazing.

� A greater proportion of window to wallarea is appropriate for this area.

Roof Systems

� Low-sloped roofs may be used for largervolume buildings.

� Lower appendages and entries shall usehipped roofs.

� The use of terra cotta tile roofs forentries and arcades is encouraged.

Screens and Enclosures

� Screen walls are to use Buff coloredsplit-face block with Pebble coloredaccents.

Service Areas

� Do not locate service areas or deliverydocks in locations visible from NorthBoundary Boulevard.

� Collocate service areas of adjacentbuildings to minimize impact.


� HISTORIC STRUCTURES

Buildings that have historic significanceshould stand as focal points within thecommunity giving evidence of the base’sheritage. These structures are unique,displaying materials, construction methods,and detailing that is not easily replicated.For this reason, maintenance and protectionof these cultural assets to original conditionis encouraged.

General

� Forms, elements, and materials fromMediterranean Revival and Art Decoarchitecture are the hallmarks of thehistoric buildings at MacDill. TerraCotta tile roofs, stucco exterior walls,pedimented pilasters, with recessedentryways, arched openings, quoins,pilasters, and coping are unifyingarchitectural themes.

� Where possible protect, retain, andadapt historic properties rather thanreplace with new construction.

� Design rehabilitation of historicproperties consistent with the originalcharacter of the properties as outlined inthe Secretary of the Interior Standardsfor Rehabilitation of Historic Properties.

Historic Properties

� Design new construction to be compat-ible with adjacent historic properties interms of massing, scale, and architec-ture to protect the integrity of thoseproperties and their surroundings.

� Consult with the State Historic Preserva-tion Office and Advisory Council onHistoric Properties when working onhistoric structures and follow proce-dures outlined in the National HistoricPreservation Act.

Character

� Work on or around historic structures isto follow the original intent as portrayedin drawings, writings, and / or archivalphotographs.

� Avoid both the removal of historicfeatures and the addition of false orconjectural historic elements intodesigns for rehabilitation of historicstructures.

� Preserve original historic materials,finishes, details, and architecturalaccouterments where possible.

� Use accent lighting on desirablearchitectural features.

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Wall Systems

� Existing walls are cast-in-place concreteor stucco.

� Repair and maintain architecturaldetailing as per historic precedent.

� Use dark bronze storefront systems withclear glazing for doors and windows infacility 1-5, 11, 12, 27-35, 41, and 45.

� Smaller residential character windowand door openings are to be replacedwith historic reproduction woodwindows and doors painted white infacility 26, 401-405, 521-523.

� Use translucent fiberglass panels forlarger hangar-like windows andopenings in hangar doors.

Roofing Systems

� Roofs shall be terra cotta tile except forthe hangar buildings, which are lightgray rolled asphalt.

� Tile color and profile to match existing.

Additions and Alterations

� Additions and / or exterior alterations tohistoric structures are discouraged.

� Restore and maintain the original intentas established by historic precedentwhere possible.

� Colors are to follow established criteriafor community buildings.

� Carefully integrate into the character ofthe historic building while preserving thefacility’s original character and definingfeatures.


� CHARACTER

Family Housing units will portray a strongFlorida Coastal architectural character thatclearly defines a separation between thework and home environments. Style andquality are to be comparable to those foundin the public neighborhoods outside ofMacDill AFB. Generally, homes shall beraised stucco bungalows in pastel colorsand light accents with large overhangs andscreened porches.

Style / Form

� Organize units into cohesive neighbor-hoods with curvilinear streets and cul-de-sacs.

� Construct elevated homes 11.5 feetabove sea level on natural concretepiers to prevent flooding.

� Match existing styles in housingrenovation / alteration projects.

� Construct new common use facilitiesfollowing the Community Setting designstandards.

� WALL SYSTEMS

Using stucco with varied color schemesbetween the units will add individuality andreduce the institutional appeal of monochro-matic color schemes. The addition ofvernacular accents will help to express asense of regionalism in the architecture.

Materials and Color

� Use color enhanced stucco as theprimary wall material for all units.

� Use trim and accent colors from thethree approved color schemes.

� Alternate color schemes to creatediversity along the streetscape.

� Use expansion joints as architecturalelements on the facade.

The structures within the Family Housing architectural setting aredistinct from those of the Community setting in their character and

presence. Both settings portray Coastal architectural aesthetics, such as broadoverhangs, raised buildings, stucco walls, and hipped roofs. However, the FamilyHousing structures use an expanded color palette (coordinated with communitycolors) and building forms that are more residential in character. In addition to thegeneral style characteristics, similar roof forms and wall materials create strongvisual links to the rest of the installation.

Achieving architectural compatibility relies on common materials, site furnishings,and landscaping. Residential settings shall use site furnishings and landscapingcompatible with the rest of the base. Residents are afforded some opportunity toexpress individual pride of place in and around their homes through the Self-Helpprogram. This work will be controlled through the use of a Self-Help materials andcolor palette that is also complementary throughout the base.

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� Paint existing housing (not historic) tomatch new housing color schemes.

� Do not paint exposed concrete piers orfoundations, windows and doors.

� Use vinyl or vinyl-clad wood windows inwhite for all applications.

� Use factory finished aluminium doors atall entry points.

� Incorporate glazing in all primary entrydoors.

� Provide hurricane protection atopenings with laminated glass oroperable shutters.

� Use wood, shadowbox fencing for trashenclosures and backyard privacy only inFamily Housing.

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� ROOF SYSTEMS

Use roof configuration and color to link theFamily Housing setting to the rest of theinstallation.

Configuration

� Use hipped roofs with between 4 :12 and6 : 12 pitch.

� Consider the use of dormers or louveredDutch hips.

Materials and Color

� Use shingles with an architecturalprofile.

� Alternate established color schemes toincrease the visual diversity.

� Use fascias, gutters, downspouts, andsoffits finished to match the trim.

� Use factory finished, corrosion resistentmaterials.

� ENTRANCES

Design entrances and porches that expressthe unique coastal climate while promotingoutdoor activities and community interac-tion.

Primary

� Emphasize the public nature of theprimary entry by creating a porch forneighborhood or family interaction.

� Provide limited opportunities forpersonal expression at the front porchwith furnishings, planters, flags, etc.

Secondary

� Provide a stoop or patio at all secondaryentrances when units are at grade.

� The use of bug screens to encloseporches is encouraged.

Lighting

� Provide adequate lighting for safety andcomfort without allowing light pollution.

� Use recessed or consistently styled wall-mounted light fixtures.

� ANCILLARY STRUCTURES

� All ancillary structures shall beconsistent with Community setting.

� STREET LIGHTING

� Follow Housing Community Plan fortype and placement of lighting within theFamily Housing Setting.

Original color samples are on file in the Base CivilEngineering office.


A sense of community relies heavily on the character of the landscape and theelements within it. Site elements and development methods used consis-tently throughout the installation provide a common thread of visual continuityto the base as a whole. They bring consistency to the landscape between thedifferent architectural settings and special use areas as well as a blending ofthe various aesthetics of the existing structures on base.

Circulation systems such as roadways, walkways, and parking areas andsupport systems such as signage, lighting, and utilities are visual constantsthroughout the base that link the individual settings and areas together.

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To make the most of a building’s functionality and architecturalcharacter, its placement and relationship to other facilities must beproperly addressed prior to design. Consistency in how the building addresses thestreet or other buildings is as important to architectural compatibility as the physicalappearance of the building itself. Separations, vistas, and the relationship betweenbuilding and the ground plane also play important roles in the visual appearance of thebuildings.

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� SITING

Proper placement of facilities according tofunction, style, and size is essential. Abuilding’s function is a determining factor inthe aesthetic character of the resultingfacility. For example, a more utilitarianbuilding such as a warehouse or mainte-nance facility would be visually out of placeamongst a group of administrativebuildings. It is equally important to allowfor the possibility of expansion or alterationof facilities as mission requirementschange.

General

� Site and configure buildings to reflectproject requirements and to respond toconditions identified with a proper andcomplete site analysis.

� Locate primary entrances to faceparking areas. Provide additionalentrances to address the street orbuilding drop-offs when functionallynecessary.

� Avoid siting service or storage yardsalong primary or secondary street frontswhenever possible.

� Include force protection requirementsand blend measures into facility and sitedesign.

� Avoid locating buildings in transitionspaces.

� Use sites to infill where possible andavoid “urban sprawl”

� Follow the land use plan.

� Avoid locating buildings in low-lyingareas.

� Provide a landscape transition spacebetween visually discordant settings andspecial use areas.


Setbacks

� Consider adjacencies when establishingthe front yard setback.

� Generally maintain a front yard setbackof not less than 30 feet where possible.

� Maintain a side yard setback of not lessthan 40 feet between buildings.

Expansion Areas

� Locate facilities and develop the site toallow for future expansions.

� Maintain that area free from permanentdevelopment.

� Designate future expansion in designfloorplans and siteplans.

� LANDFORM

Contouring the land to accommodatebuildings and other facilities can help tominimize the negative impacts of certainlarge or unattractive elements within thelandscape.

Topography

� Set floor elevations at no less than 11.5feet above sea level, to avoid flooding.

� Integrate building design with thetopography.

� Use berms to soften / screen views ofparking areas or to reduce the visualheight of buildings with raised floorelevations.

� Use stepped earth berms to reduce theimpact of elevated floors. Avoid a flatplatform approach.

� Add berms at selected open areas tocounteract the flatness of the peninsulaand to add interest.

Drainage

� Grade sites to provide positive drainageaway from buildings and traffic areas.

� Provide a crushed rock drainage areaaround the perimeter of buildings thatdo not have gutters.

� Shape retention / detention ponds in anatural, curvilinear manner.


� SITE FURNISHINGS

Color, style, and placement of site furnish-ings can significantly contribute to a unifiedbase image. They provide consistentelements throughout the base regardless ofwhere they occur.

Using the selected site furnishings addsconstancy to the landscape in form andstyle. Certain elements can also compli-ment architectural features or styles withinthe community. (See A-2 for listing).

General

� Follow the ACP for all new facilities andreplace old dissimilar elements whenpossible by refinishing and re-siting inaccordance with ACP recommenda-tions.

� Use dark bronze color for all sitefurnishings as a general rule. TerraCotta color PPG 5LR53975 may be usedby exception with ACRB approval.

Benches and Seats

� Use factory finished metal benches andseats in all settings.

� Incorporate seats at locations whereshort-term seating is required, such asformal building entries or plazas.

� Incorporate benches at locations wherelonger-term seating is required such asparks, playgrounds, or waiting shelters.

� Provide mid-morning to late-afternoonshade for all benches and seats.

Litter / Ash Receptacle

� Use factory finished metal litter and ashreceptacles in all settings.

� Locate litter receptacles at buildingentrances, waiting shelters, picnicpavilions, playgrounds, and other areasof public concentration (near benchesand seats).

� Locate ash urns at building entrancesand designated smoking areas.

� Locate out of view near entries to avoidvisual clutter.

Planters

� Use factory finished metal, free standingplanters in limited applicationsthroughout the base.

� Locate freestanding planters in conjunc-tion with other exterior elements.


Drinking Fountains

� Use pre-manufactured, factory finished,dark bronze drinking fountains.

� Locate fountains near recreation areas,picnic pavilions, recreation trails, andnear specific / appropriate facilitiessuch as youth centers and fitnesscenters.

� Place free standing fountains onconcrete pads with open access on allsides. Do not place on buildings.

Bike Racks

� Use factory finished, metal, bollard typebike racks that can accommodate aminimum of two bicycles.

� Provide bicycle-parking areas for allfacilities. Combine areas for denselysited buildings.

� Place bike racks on concrete pads inaccessible locations near establishedbike routes and near secondaryentrances to buildings.

� Increase the numbers of available bikeracks in residential and recreationalareas.

� Screen bicycle parking areas withlandscaping or screen walls.

Playground Equipment

� Provide pre-manufactured playequipment.

� Locate play equipment at parks, familyhousing areas, child developmentcenters, community centers, andrecreational areas.

� Place play equipment in designatedareas complete with safe groundsurfacing, benches, litter receptacles,and landscaping for shade.

� Provide adequate pedestrian circulationpaths to and from the play areas.

Picnic Tables

� Use factory finished, recycled plasticpicnic tables with metal frames at allpavilions and recreation areas.

� Group tables to allow for large parties orindividual family outings.

� Do not use at administration yard areasor industrial facilities.

� Provide mid-morning to late-afternoonshade for all picnic tables.


Barbecue Grills

� Use pedestal-rotating grills on galva-nized pipe posts.

� Limit built-in grills to recreational areas,dormitories, and fire stations.

� Use materials that compliment adjacentfacilities, such as stucco or split-faceblock.

� Integrate built-in grills with screenwalls,plazas, and courtyards.

� Placement and design of built-in grillsmust be approved by the ACRB.

Flag Poles

� Use brushed aluminum pole, mountedon a concrete base.

� Create a “sense of place” at flagpolelocations with landscaping or plazadesigns.

Bollards

� Use bollards to protect buildings,equipment, and people from potentialdamage caused by vehicle impact andto restrict access.

� Use an 8-inch diameter, factory finishedArchitectural Brown aluminum, domed-top bollard as the base standard.

� Use same style bollard with single-function luminaire to enhancepedestrian areas, pathways, andbuilding entrances.

� Use historic style bollards for high-visibility facilities with ACRB approval.

� For force protection use an 8-inchdiameter, concrete filled, steel pipe.Finish bollards in Architectural Brownand domed-top plastic covers.

� For lighted force protection bollards usesame style bollard capped by a pre-manufactured, domed top, singleluminaire.

� For bollards protecting equipment orbuildings from vehicle damage, paint tomatch adjacent surfaces.

Tree Grates

� Use black cast iron tree grates withuplight holes set in concrete paving.

� Accent opening with terra cotta coloredconcrete pavers.

� Use tree grates at formal plazas,building entries, and courtyards.


� ROADWAYS

The transportation network should providea common experience throughout the basefrom a vehicular perspective; clean, neat,and orderly. Establish a hierarchy ofroadways to define and organize traffic flowthroughout the installation while providing aconsistent visual experience.

Primary

� Primary roadways are the widest andfastest arterials and will often containtwo lanes of traffic in each direction.

� Minimize stops and turns, and eliminateon-street parking.

� Individual curb cuts are discouraged.

� Keep adjacent on-street parking, parkingareas, and buildings away from the roadedge.

Secondary

� Secondary roadways are feeder streetsfrom access roads to primary roads.

� On-street parking is not recommended.

� Keep adjacent on-street parking andparking areas away from the road edge.

� Minimize the number of curb cuts fromdriveways and area entrances.

Tertiary

� Tertiary roadways are the narrowest andthe slowest and provide access toindividual facilities or parking areas.

� On-street parking is discouraged.Driveways, parking lot entrances, andservice drive entrances are allowed.

� Maintain capability for large vehiclessuch as fire trucks and moving vans.

Service Drives

� Service drives provide access forservice vehicles to certain parts of abuilding or site.

� Combine service drives for severalfacilities where possible.

� Minimize the visual impact of servicedrives through correct placement andlandscape screening.

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Intersections

� Incorporate crosswalks at all intersec-tions within the Community setting.

� Provide a 45-foot clear zone for vision atuncontrolled intersections.

� Parking is not allowed within 40 feet ofintersections

� Reduce corner radiuses at lowerhierarchy roadways to reduce trafficspeeds.

� Intersect roadways at 90-degree anglesand avoid “offset” intersections.

Paving, Curb and Gutter

� Use asphalt paving for all primary,secondary, and access roadways.

� Use concrete paving in loading areasand sites used by heavy vehicles.

� Gravel surfacing may be used on patrolroads and outlying sites only.

� Incorporate a concrete apron wheregravel roads meet paved roads.

� All patching shall match adjacentmaterials.

� Provide a 6-inch integrated concretecurb and gutter for all roadways indeveloped areas.

� Patrol roads and service drives inoutlying areas may not require curb andgutter, with ACRB approval.

� Wheel stops in lieu of curbs are notallowed.

� Do not paint concrete curbs.

� PPPPPARKING AREAARKING AREAARKING AREAARKING AREAARKING AREASSSSS

Develop functional lots with clear circula-tion and a positive appearance thatcomplements the facility. Provide apleasant transition from vehicle to facility.(Also see Landscape Section).

General

� Minimize the visual impact of parking byusing small, well-screened parking lots.

� Combine parking areas for adjacentfacilities.

� Limit reserved parking.

� Avoid parking automobiles directly infront of primary building entrances.

Setbacks

� Maintain a 20-foot setback from streetswhere possible.

� Provide a 10-foot minimum separationbetween building and parking area.


Medians and Islands

� Provide planting medians for every fourrows of vehicles and planting islandsfor every 20 stalls.

� Provide designated areas for pedestriancross traffic.

� Use coordinated lighting standard layoutwithin island placement.

� Use the minimum number of light polesto provide required illumination.

Lot Layout

� Use the 90-degree parking configurationwhen possible. Adjustments areallowed if space is inadequate or ifturnover is high.

� Coordinate entries with other adjacentdrives or roads to assure well designedcirculation patterns.

� Keep parking angles consistent withineach parking area.

� More than 35 spaces require more thanone access point.

� The standard stall size is 9 feet by 19feet.

Reserved Parking

� Minimize designated parking spaces byname, rank, or title.

� Reserve consolidated parking sectionsinstead of individual stalls.

� When required, use curb-mounted signs.

� Provide handicap parking and access.

� Incorporate designated motorcycleparking within each parking area.

Recreational Vehicle Parking

� Keep all recreational vehicles oncombined lots located away from theheart of the installation.

� Visually screen storage areas frompublic spaces.

Painting and Striping

� Paint stall separation lines with a white,4-inch wide single stripe.

� Use reflective traffic paint for crosswalkstripes and acrylic paint for parkingstripes.

Paving, Curb, and Gutter

� Provide asphalt paving as the standard.

� Use concrete where required for heavyvehicles, motorcycle parking, and wherefuel spills may occur.

� Use 6-inch integrated concrete curb andgutter for parking areas. Asphalt curbs,wood timbers, and pre-cast wheel stopsare not allowed.


� PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION

Create convenient and pleasant pedestriancirculation pathways that will help promotewalking as a real alternative to vehiculartransportation.

Sidewalks

� Provide walkways five feet wide and notless than 5 feet from all primary,secondary, and access roadways.

� Provide curvilinear / meandering walksfor dormitory and housing areas.

� Maintain a minimum 3-foot widelandscaped parkway between curb andsidewalk at primary, secondary, andaccess roadways.

� Provide sidewalk access to all facilitiesfor visual scale and proportion consider-ations as well as to accommodate trafficvolume.

� Do not make any sidewalk smaller than3 feet wide.

� Use natural colored concrete with abroom finish and troweled edges for allwalkways in developed areas.

� Use terra cotta colored concrete pavers,refined joint patterns, or scoring in high-visibility special areas.

Crosswalks and Ramps

� Ensure that all paths lead to the safestcrossing point possible, and crossroadways at 90-degree angles.

� Incorporate ADA access curb rampsand crosswalk markings into allcrosswalks.

� Construct crosswalks of terra cottacolored concrete pavers with naturalgray concrete edging at high-visibilitylocations to improve safety.

� Construct all concrete curb ramps witha waffle stamp pattern and flared curbramps.

� Provide for adequate drainage awayfrom the ramp or by drainage grates.

Recreational Trails

� Provide a minimum, 6-foot paved widthin a free form configuration that followsthe contours or other natural features.

� Separate the trail system from vehiculartraffic by a minimum of 10 feet whenrunning parallel to roadways.

� Take advantage of natural environmentssuch as the golf course, wetland areas,and the beachfront. Make the walkpleasant by incorporating activitygenerators, interpretive signs andrecreation opportunities along the trail.


� Provide a 5-foot by 10-foot paved restarea approximately every mile along thetrail system, including a bench and litterreceptacle at each location.

� Use asphaltic concrete for trail systemsexcept in highly natural settings such aswetlands and wooded areas; then coverthe trails with compacted, crushed fines.

� SIGNAGE

Signs are an important and positive elementin the overall base appearance. Theirpurpose is to clearly communicatenecessary or helpful information concerningdirections or identification without addingvisual clutter.

General

� Use concise clear signing in accor-dance with MacDill AFB, AMC, and AirForce Sign Standards.

� Minimize the number of signs used foreach facility.

� Signs must be consistent in style, color,language, and placement.

Color

� Use Architectural Brown backgroundswith reflective white lettering on metalplacards for all identification anddirectional signs unless otherwise noted.

� Use square metal posts finishedArchitectural Brown.

� Finish back of sign and fasteningdevices Architectural Brown.

Typeface

� Use Helvetica Medium in upper andlower case, for primary information andHelvetica Light for secondary informa-tion.

� A serif typeface may be used for specialidentification signs associated withcommunity facilities, key intersections,and special entrances.

Identification Signs

� Limit the use of monument signs to entrygates, headquarters buildings, housingneighborhoods, and special use areas /facilities with ACRB approval.

� Construct monument signs of castconcrete with a Brazil Nut coloredstucco finish. Use pin mountedHelvetica letters.

� Limit the use of mottoes, individualtitles, or insignia.

� Incorporate landscaping, accentlighting, and / or paving into the design.

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� Facility identification signs normallyidentify individual facilities and aregenerally free standing and not appliedto facility facades.

� Street addresses are displayed near theformal, primary entry of the facility.

� Facility numbers are displayed in onelocation, either the back or side cornerof buildings, coordinated with architec-tural features.

� Building-mounted signs or individualletters with corporate logos are allowedfor commercial facility signs only withACRB approval.

Direction Signs

� Use to identify highly frequented orspecial interest destinations and streetnames.

� Display the Air Mobility Command logodecal on the left of all street name signs.

Regulatory Signs

� Use for traffic control, parking, and basewarnings.

� Traffic control signs must follow theManual on Uniform Traffic ControlDevices administered by the FederalHighway Administration for color anddisplay requirements.

� Handicapped parking signs must followAMC Sign Standards for color anddisplay requirements.

� Base warning signs must adhere to AFP32-1097 for display requirements.

� LIGHTING

Exterior lighting is a system that directlyimpacts the visual qualities of the base. Byday, the fixtures and poles add visualcharacter and rhythm to the streetscape. Bynight, these amenities become a dominantforce in the perception of safety andcomfort. The use of common componentsand the removal of overhead lines will helpto improve and unify the base appearance.

General

� All classifications of roadways will usethe same luminaries, poles, andmounting height.

� Bury all utilities serving lighting fixtures.

Lamp Types

� Use high-pressure sodium lamps for allapplications.

� Photometrics are required for allapplications.


Luminaires and Poles

� Use antiqued brown, factory finished,historical reproduction luminaires andpoles for all roadways.

� Equally space poles on alternating sidesof all roadways.

� Provide fixtures at all four corners ofintersections.

� Provide pedestrian-scaled lightingfixtures throughout housing area andalong recreation trails and sidewalks notadjacent to roadways.

� Equally space light fixtures for sidewalks on same side of walk.

Mounting Heights

� Control spillover light near residentialareas.

� Mount luminaires at 20 feet high.

Parking Areas

� Use arm mounted, square, shoebox-typeluminaires in factory finished, darkbronze.

� Use multiple luminaires on dark bronze,square poles to reduce the number ofpoles needed.

� Coordinate pole placement with parkingisland locations.

Architectural and Accent

� Incorporate recessed, wall-mountedluminaires to wash light across plaza,paving, and stairs.

� Uplight landscaping and architecturalfeatures to emphasize importance andhierarchy.

� Minimize the use of building mountedfixtures for general illumination ofservice yards and outdoor spaces.


� UTILITIES

Utilities are an unavoidable visual liability inthe built environment. Reducing thenegative impact of utilities reduces thevisual clutter of the base thereby allowingthe eye to focus more clearly on the other,more aesthetic elements of the landscape.

Removing or relocating utility lines andequipment from the most visible areas ofthe installation will improve theoverall character.

Utility Lines

� Place all pole mounted utility lines andbuilding feeds underground.

� Use every opportunity to bury utilities.

� Exposed conduits, cables, and wires arenot permitted.

Utility Structures

� Avoid free standing utility structureswhere possible.

� Use underground vaults for equipmentwhere possible.

� Locate pad mounted equipment in lessvisible areas and screen with landscap-ing or screen walls.

Fire Hydrants

� Locate fire hydrants at least 5 feet awayfrom other structures. Maintain a 30-inch clear area around the hydrant.

� Paint hydrants Architectural Brown withcolor-coded cap-band to indicatepressure.

Mechanical Equipment / Components

� Carefully place and organize equipmentand services.

� Locate mechanical equipment on theleast public side of the building.

� Screen all mechanical equipment withlandscaping materials or screen walls.(Refer to Screen Walls).

� If mechanical equipment is placedwithin 10 feet of a building, paint tomatch the wall color. If placed fartherthan 10 feet, paint Architectural Brown.

� Minimize the use of all externallyattached meters and control devices. Ifused, paint to match the wall color.

� Externally attached utility conduits, lines,or equipment (except meters andcontrol devices) are not allowed.

Communications

� Collocate coaxial and telephone exteriorcomponents at entry points into buildings.

� Align all communications componentswith one another on the horizontal andvertical plane.


� GENERAL

Develop the Florida Coastal look withregional plant materials in curvilinearlayouts. Include landscaping with all newfacilities and use it to enhance / unifyexisting non-conforming facilities.

Maintenance

� Use only approved planting materials asspecified on the Plant Material List inAppendix A-3.

� Follow plant material provider’sinstallation recommendations forplanting depth, spacing, soil condition-ing, staking, fertilizing, and watering.

� Do not unnaturally alter plantingmaterials in any way, such as paintingthe bases of palms.

� Use shredded cypress mulch in plantingbeds to reduce the need for weedingand to conserve water.

� Reduce maintenance costs by usingproper plant materials in configurationsthat do not require pruning.

� Install sprinkler systems to reducemaintenance costs.

� Use timers and electronic water gaugesto avoid over-watering.

� Refer to plant material providers forrecommendations on salt tolerance.Plants in certain locations will beimpacted by ground water.

l a n d s c a p eA properly designed and implemented landscape enhances allfacilities and the community in general. It also provides a significant

opportunity to unify a functionally and aesthetically diverse community by providing a visualconstant throughout. Through careful selection of plant materials, the landscaping willreinforce and enhance the semi-tropical character of the area. Creating continuity andreducing the negative visual impact of unsightly features are some of the primary goals oflandscaping. In the application of these goals, the designer should strive towardssustainability (low maintenance). Apply three-tiered planting schemes of ground cover,shrubs, and trees using a variety of species in lush combinations to provide seasonal color.


Edging

� Provide poured concrete edging atplanting beds as the standard.

� Separate and define all planting areaswith sod cut edging at a minimum.

� Use concrete paver edging in the mostvisible and important locations.

� Use spade cut edging for Self-Helpprojects.

� Do not use wood timber edging in anyapplications.

Landscape Screens

� Where possible use landscaping insteadof walls for screening.

� Use a three-tiered landscape screenthat combines ground covers, shrubs,and small trees with walls and fences.

� Use shrubs or vines on trellis structuresto hide unsightly equipment or other-wise control the visual environment.

� OPEN SPACE

Low lying areas between facilities, eventhough less visually important, still requirecareful consideration. Use the properground cover to visually tie the largerpieces of the landscape together and tohelp prevent soil degradation.

Ground Covers

� Use turf for all recreation areas, paradegrounds, lawns, and open fields.

� Create undeveloped natural areas usingnative grasses and shrubs.

� Incorporate no-maintenance groundcover materials in areas of steep slopeor areas that are difficult to maintain.


� STREETSCAPING

Landscaping along streets plays many rolesin enhancing the installation. It helps toestablish the hierarchy of the roadwaysystem, it embellishes the driving experi-ence, and it creates a visual characteristicthat carries throughout the base.

Roadways

� Primary roadways use same species,deciduous street trees equally spaced tocoordinate with light standards.

� Use palms on high-profile primarystreets equally spaced to coordinatewith light standards.

� Secondary and access roadways use amore random spacing of mixed speciesin clusters and / or groupings at focalpoints.

� Plant deciduous street trees on thebuilding side of sidewalks.

� Reduce the density of plantings in theIndustrial / Flightline area.

Parking Areas

� Reduce visual impact of large parkingareas with landscape buffers andparking islands.

� Use deciduous street trees in mediansand islands to create shade and interest.

� Fill in between trees with low shrubs,flowers, and ground covers. Allow areasfor pedestrian cross circulation.

� Use shrubs in groupings around theperimeter of parking areas to softenviews from the street.

� Avoid the use of hedges outliningparking areas.

Recreational Trails

� Incorporate formal plantings at highvisibility areas along the trail system.

� Use informal groupings of trees, shrubs,and flowers at rest stops, play areas, andintersections.

� FACILITY LANDSCAPING


The goals of facility landscaping are toprovide a soft transition from the horizontalground plane to the vertical building plane,to highlight building entries and features.Hide unattractive building features such asutility risers or service areas.

Community

� Use landscaping elements thatcompliment building architecturalfeatures and proportions.

� Design randomly spaced plantings andtree massing to fill-out areas betweenfacilities.

� Front facades, especially along FloridaKeys Ave., are to have a consistentlandscaping of a limited palette.

� Limit the use of palms to entries andhigh-visibility areas by framing desiredviews.

� Use ground covers within planting beds.

Industrial / Flightline

� Use landscaping to soften and reducethe scale of larger facilities.

� Minimize the use of deciduous trees andshrubs to prevent leaf buildup along theapron and runway.

� Reduce the quantity of landscaping bygrouping landscape elements at entriesand high-visibility areas.

Residential

� Provide a transition from the elevatedhousing units to the ground plane andhide unattractive elements such asHVAC units.

� Use mixed species in an informalplanting style.

� Use randomly spaced plantings and treemassing.

� Reinforce pedestrian routes withlandscaping to add user appeal.

� Provide accent plantings at neighbor-hood entries.


The ACP is a multipurpose tool that shall be used throughout the entire planning,programming, and design process, from inception to project completion forany project on base.

The ACP is implemented by the base civil engineer and the civil engineeringcontractor.

While architectural designers are the primary users of the plan, it must alsobe used by project managers, programmers, planners, engineers, mainte-nance and operations personnel, self-help personnel , SABER personnel, andthe Architectural Compatibility Review Board (ACRB).

In the next three pages, key elements in the implementation process arehighlighted.

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Key Elements

Adhering to key elements of the implemen-tation process leads to success in design-ing excellent facilities that will be compat-ible with and a part of the whole community.

� Distribute the ACP.

� Establish the Architectural Compatibil-ity Review Board (ACRB).

� Hire good designers.

� Respect the General Plan.

� Process proper submittals.

� Cross-reference all planning and designdocuments to the ACP.

Distribute the ACP

Distribution of the plan should be as wide aspossible. On base, provide copies tocommanders of all major units andtenants, the civil engineering squadroncommander, branch chiefs, base architect,and master planner. Provide copies to themajor command and headquartersrepresentatives. The Public Affairs Officemaintains extra copies for generaldistribution, distinguished visitors, andother guests.

Establish the ACRB

The ACRB is the installation approvalauthority for all designs and visual featureson the installation.

� The ACRB is organized and chaired bythe Base Civil Engineer (BCE).

� Members include the base architect,landscape architect, communityplanner, chief engineer, and others asdetermined by the chairperson (such asHQ AMC personnel).

� The base architect and project managerreview designs regardless of ACRBinvolvement.

� The ACRB meets as required or as asubgroup of the installation FacilitiesBoard (FB).

� Most projects, regardless of size, areapproved by the ACRB (the chairpersonmakes the determination on reviewrequirements).

� Design projects are submitted to theACRB by the Base project manager (seeproject checklists in Appendix A3 forsubmittal requirements).


Hire Good Designers

� Ensure the involvement of the design-oriented personnel in the A-E selectionprocess.

� Select A-E firms that are sensitive to, andunderstand architectural compatibility

� The AF project manager provides copiesof the ACP to the designer before designstarts.

Respect the General Plan

All new projects must agree with the goalsand objectives outlined in the installationmaster plan to ensure compatibility withproject siting and adjacent facilities.

Process Proper Submittals

All design projects are reviewed by theACRB. This includes RequirementsDocuments, Concept Design, and FinalDesign submittals.

Submittals shall include the requiredinformation and data at the appropriatetimes, and the process shall allow adequatereview time.

Requirements Document

In this initial submittal, the A-E defines, withthe help of the AF, the requirements for theproject. It may explore potential solutions,but more importantly, it includes “bubblediagrams”, relationships of major functionalelements, and site / facility developmentoptions. This submittal is reviewed by theACRB.

Each submitted package will comprise thefollowing.

� Scope / Programming Requirements

� Project Description

� Goals and Objectives

� Subarea Development Plans

� Site Inventory / Site Analysis

� Spatial Relationship Analysis

(i.e., relationship to site)

� Adjacent Facilities and Project SitePhotos

Site Inventory / Site Analysis includes (but isnot limited to): vehicular traffic patterns,view, climatic conditions, environmental,safety, utility constraints, and geographicconditions. Refer to sketch below.

Concept Design

This submittal must include adequateinformation to fully describe the projectdesign, allowing customers / clients toeasily comprehend the proposed solution.The goal is to achieve AF customerunderstanding and approval early in thisprocess. Multiple submittals may be

required for large or complex projects.Generally, completion of concept designrequires two submittals. The first is a moreschematic approach to the solution, whilethe final concept presents a refined andmore detailed design. These submittalsshall be design presentation documents, notconstruction documents (CADD). Developsite plan, floor plans, roof plan, and buildingmassing / elevations concurrently to ensurethe proposed solution is a comprehensivedesign (not piecemealed). Do not develop afloor plan without consideration of site andbuilding massing.

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� Mechanical / Electrical / Communica-tion Entrances and Equipment Locations/ Configuration.

� Building Sections

� Roof Plan

� Massing or Perspective Sketches

� Study Model (as required)

� Cost Estimate

Final Design

The final design shall demonstrate that theproject remains consistent with theapproved concept design. It includes highlydeveloped drawings that further refine anddetail the visual and functional quality of thedesign.

Each submittal will be comprised of acomplete comprehensive package thatincludes but is not limited to:

� Formal Colored Rendering (early in thisphase)

� Material / Color Boards (interior andexterior)

� Catalog Cut (photos)

� Design Analysis

� Cost Estimate

� Construction Documents

Contract documents must be in AutoCADDand include comprehensive drawings andspecifications to ensure that a project canbe constructed to meet all of the require-ments and standards defined by the ACP.

All mechanical and electrical drawingsmust be consistent with the architecturaldrawings. All utility elements such as lightfixtures, transformers, panels, grilles, vents,piping, etc., must be shown on the architec-tural drawings.

ACRB Checklists

Smaller projects and service contracts arereviewed by the BCE using the checklist,located in the Appendix, and are submittedto the ACRB as required. The Base projectmanager is responsible for providing thedesign checklist to the ACRB for comple-tion.

The design checklist will assist the designreview agencies in conducting consistentarchitectural reviews for ACP compliance.The project checklist is designed for usewith major projects including militaryconstruction, nonappropriated funds,maintenance, and family housing projectsrequiring professional design services.Smaller projects include simplifiedacquisition contracts, in-house operationsand maintenance projects, self-help, andhousing projects that do not require contractdesign services.

The ACRB reviews the packages as part ofthe concept development process. If theinitial submittal is not approved, or if thereare significant concerns or comments, aresubmittal is provided prior to proceedingto the next design stage.

Each submittal will be comprised of acomplete comprehensive packageincluding:

� Concise Verbalized Design Concept

� Systems Description

� Adjacent Facilities and Project SitePhoto

� Site Plans (colored)

� Floor Plans

� Composite Elevations (with color andshadows)


A1 Materials and Colors

A2 Plans and Guides

A3 Landscape Materials

A4 ACRB Design Checklists

A5 Index

appendices

appendices A1

materials and colors� Screen Walls - Gardensmfg: TARMACstyle: Split Face / Running Bondcolor: Macadamia (field); Pebble

(accent)

� Stuccotint mfg: Parexfield color: Brazil Nut - 23237accent color: Seed Pearl - 26236sand finish: Fine #324; Coarse #325

� Windowstint mfg: Kawneer Company Inc.style: Equiline 8350T-Lcolor: Dark Bronze

Community - Industrial / Flightline

� Concrete Masonry Unitmfg: TARMACstyle: Split Face / Running Bondcolor: Pebble

� Metal Panelmfg: Una-Clad Copper Sales, Inc.style: series 4000 Una-Fab / Alum Platecolor: Brazil Nut

� Stuccotint mfg: Parexcolor: Worsted Tan - 26238

� Vert / Horz Translucent Panelsmfg: Kalwallstyle: Sandwich Panelframe color: Minuette - #03panel color: White

Community - NAVCENT

� CMUmfg: TARMACstyle: Split Ribbed / Running Bondcolor: Macadamia

� Roofingstyle: standing seam metalcolor: dark bronze

Community - Commercial

� Roofingstyle: standing seam metalcolor: dark bronze

� Stuccotint mfg: Parexcolor: MacDill - Brazil Nut - 26237 (field)

Clay Powder - 10453(35) (accent)

Community - Historic

� Architectural Letteringstyle: Clarendon Mediumfinish: Dark Bronze

Building Design Standards

Community

� Architectural Design Featuresmfg: Pineapple Grovestyle: SculptStone - medallions / friezescolor: Pure Pearl or

ICI Seed Pearl #2009

� Architectural Letteringstyle: Helvetica Mediumcolor: Dark Bronze

� Doors - Storefrontmfg: Kawneer Company Inc.style: Aluminum Insulated 260color: Classic Bronze (dark)

� Doors / Frames - Secondarymfg: Kawneer Company Inc.style: Aluminum / Insulatedcolor: ICI Brazil Nut #554

� Glazingmfg: PPGstyle: Duel Pane Insulated Low-Ecolor: Bronze Tinted

� Paintmfg: ICIfield color: Brazil Nut #554accent color: Seed Pearl #2009(Architectural feature and details)

Downspouts(match color of surface attached to)color: Brazil Nut #554 - (normally)

Seed Pearl #2009 Limited Use(by approval only)

color: Worsted Tan #423

� Paversstyle: Brickcolor: Terra Cotta

� Precast Concrete / GFRC Tintcolor: match ICI Seed Pearl #2009

� Roofs - Clay Tilemfg: Ludowici Roof Tilestyle: 18” Spanish Tilecolor: multi-colored

� Roofs - Metalfinish: Kynar 500 or Wylar 5000style: Flat profile 16” wide; 2” seam, 20

GA UL 90 ratedcolor: PPG #5LR53975, Terra Cottacoating: Duranar

� Screen Walls - Facilitiesmfg: TARMACstyle: Split Face / Running Bondcolor: Pebble (field)

� Roofs - Clay Tilemfg: Ludowici Roof Tilestyle: 18” Spanish Tilecolor: multi-colored

� Screen Wallstint mfg: Parexcolor: MacDill - Brazil Nut - 26237

� Windows and Doorsstyle: Historic Reproductionsmaterial: woodcolor: ICI Seed Pearl #2009

Family Housing

� Lighting - Housing Unitmfg: Progress Lightingstyle: Santa Barbara P5443-31base: PLC-28 Quad Comp Flou GX32d-3color: Black

� Lighting - Streetmfg: Moldcaststyle: Traditional Series 73000

color: Black

� Roofing (GOQ)mfg: MCA Ceramics of Americatype: Claystyle: One piece “S” Missioncolor: Natural Red

� Roofingmfg: GAFstyle: asphalt T-lock class Acolor: scheme

A - Sunset BrickB - Weathered WoodC - Driftwood

� StuccoField:tint mfg: Parexcolor scheme: A - Peachtree Frost - 10437

B - Moonstrone - 10446C - Clear Linen - 10431

Trim:color scheme: A - Spice Tan - 10415

Snowball - 10400B - Chamois - 10441

Snowball - 10400C - Cahmere - 10411

Snowball - 10400sand finish: fine - #324; coarse - #325

� Windowsstyle: double hung vinylcolor: white

architectural compatibility plan – MacDill Air Force BaseA2

Use the most recent version of the following documents.

General Commander’s Guide to Facility Excellence, Air Mobility CommandInstallation Design, AFM 88-43General Plan - MacDill Air Force Base

Landscaping MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Landscape AssistanceLandscaping Design Guide, Air Mobility CommandLandscaping Planning and Design, AFP 86-10

Family Housing USAF Family Housing Community Guidelines for Environmental ImprovementUSAF Commander’s Guide to Family Housing Excellence

Historical Buildings Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Historic Preservation Projects (36 CFR 68)Archaeological and Historic Resources Management, DoD Directive 4710.1Cultural Resources Management, AFI 32-7065

Signs Sign Standards, AFP 32-1097AMC Sign Standards (ETL 93-02)Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Federal Highway Administration

Individual FacilityDesign Guidance AMC Design Guides

Interior Design Interior Design Guide, Air Mobility Command

Force Protection AF Force Protection GuideInterim Anti-Terrorism / Force Protection (ATFP) - Tri-Services

Roads MacDill Traffic Control Standards

plans and guides

Site Furnishings

� Benches and Seatsmfg: Victor Stanely, Inc.style: Steelsites RB-28color: Dark Bronze

� Bike Racksmfg: Timberformstyle: Bollard 2173color: Dark Bronze

� Bollard Coversmfg: Idealshieldstyle: BPD-YL8-60-5color: Architectural Brown

� Bollards - Force Protectionstyle: 8” Steel Pipe, Concrete Filledcolor: Dark Bronze

� Bollardsmfg: Kim Lightingstyle: 8” VRB1color: Dark Bronze

� Bollards - Historicmfg: Hanover Lanternstyle: Round Flutedcolor: Dark Bronze

� Drinking Fountainsmfg: Most Dependable Fountainstyle: 440color: Dark Bronze

� Free Standing Plantersmfg: KIstyle: galleria, tempe Ccolor: PPG #5LR53975, Terra Cotta

� Fencing - Perimeter Securitystyle: vinyl covered chain linkcolor: Dark Bronze

� Fencing - Attached To Facilitiesmfg: Omega Architectural Fencesstyle: hingedcolor: Black

� Gatesmfg: Ametcostyle: Hingedcolor: Worsted Tan #423

� Litter / Ash Receptaclesmfg: Victor Stanely, Inc.litter style: Ironsides S-35ash urn style: Ironsides S-20color: Dark Bronze

� Lighting - Parking Lotmfg: KIMstyle: EKG 501 w/ round tapered polecolor: Anodized Dark Brown

� Lighting - Florida Keys Avemfg: Sitescapestyle: Grande Manorcolor: Dark Bronze

� Lighting - All Other Streetsmfg: Hubbell’s Lighting Inc.style: RLcolor: grey

� Picnic Tablesmfg: Fairweatherstyle: F-5P (recycled plastic)color: Dark Bronze

� Playground Equipmentmfg: Iron Mountain Forgestyle: Kb45color: primary colors

� Tree Gatesmfg: Urban Accessories Inc.style: Chinookcolor: low luster black

materials and colors

Note: Actual color samples can be seen at BCE office

appendices A3

Ficus pumila Creeping Fig Trellises, Fence, WallsLiriope muscari “evergreen giant” Big Blue Lilly Turf Border, Understory, Natural TurfLiriope muscari “varigata” Varigated Liriope Understory, BeddingMandavilla “alice du pont” Pink Mandevilla Bedding, TrellisesOphipojon japonicus Mondo Grass Border, Understory, Natural TurfPlumbago capensis Cape Plumbago Embankment, FenceTrachelospermum jasminoides Star Jasmine Embankment, Trellises, UnderstoryTrachelospermum asiaticum Asian Jasmine Parking Lot, Borders, Embankment

Large Trees

Small Trees

Large Shrubs

Small Shrubs

Ground Cover /Vines

Botanical Name: Common Name: Use:

Acer rubrum Red Maple Buffer, Open Space, Screen, WalksCinnamomum camphora Camphor Tree Buffer, Open Space, ScreenFicus retusa “nitida” Cuban Laurel Walks, Open SpaceKoelreuteria bipinnata Chinese Flame Tree Parking Lot, Walks, Tertiary StreetKoelreuteria paniculata Golden Rain Tree Parking Lot, Walks, Tertiary StreetMagnolia grandiflora Southern Magnolia Feature, Secondary StreetPaulownia tomentosa Empress Tree Feature, Parking Lot, Open SpacePinus taeda loblolly Pine Buffer, Open Space, ScreenQuercus palustris Willow Oak Buffer, Parking Lot, Open SpaceQuercus virginana Live Oak Buffer, Parking LotTaxodium distichum Bald Cypress Buffer, Open Space, ScreenUlmus paravifolia Drake Elm Buffer, Secondary Streets, Tertiary StreetsPalms Varieties Palms Primary Streets, Entries, Feature

Cyathea australis Australian Tree Fern Feature, Entry, Open SpaceCycas revoluta Sago Palms Feature, Open SpaceIlex “Nellie R. Stevens” Nellie Stevens Holly Barrier, Buffer, ScreenIlex vomitoria Weeping Holly Barrier, Buffer, ScreenLagerstromia indica Crape Myrtle Feature, Foundation, ScreenMurraya paniculata chalcus Orange Jasmine Feature, Foundation, ScreenSapium sebiferium Chinese Tallow Buffer, Parking Lot, ScreenVitex agnus-castas Chaste Tree Feature, Foundation, Screen

Abelia grandiflora “sherwoodii” Glossy Abelia Buffer, Open Space, ScreenBougainvillea Bougainvillea Entries, TrellisesCallistemon Bottle Brush Foundation, Feature, Parking LotHibiscus rosa sinensis Hibiscus Foundation, Buffer, Mass, ScreenIlex vomitoria Yaupon Holly Barrier, Screen, HedgeJasminum nitidum Shining Jasmine Foundation, Open Space, FeatureLantana camara Flowering Lantana Foundation, Hedge, EmbankmentLigustrum Japonica Japanese Privet Hedge, Screen, BarrierMichelia figo Banana Shrub Feature, Parking Lot, Secondary StreetMyrica cerifera Wax Myrtle Buffer, Screen, Open SpaceNandina domestica Heavenly Bamboo Hedge, Screen, FoundationNerium oleander “hardy red” Oleander Screen, Windbreak, Tertiary StreetOsmanthus fragrans Sweet Olive Screen, Hedge, Parking LotPittosporium tobria variegata Varigated Pittosporium Screen, Mass, FeatureViburnum odoratissimum Sweet Viburnum Buffer, Open Space, ScreenViburnum suspensum Sandankwa Viburnum Buffer, Open Space, FoundationAgapanthus africanus Agapanthus Accent, FoundationCarissa grandiflora Natal Plum Barrier, Screen, HedgeCuphea hyssopifolia False Mexican Heather Bedding, Borders, EdgingHedychium coronarium White Ginger Lily Foundation, Bedding, AccentIlex crenata “helleri” Helleri Holly Border, Ground CoverIlex crenata “stokes” Stokes Holly Border, BeddingIlex vomitoria nana Dwarf Yaupon Holly Edging, HedgeIlex crenata “compacta” Compact Holly Hedge, AccentIxora “nora grant” Ixora Foundation, ScreenJusticia brandegeana Shrimp Plant Patios, Screen, BorderNephrolepis biserrata Ferns Bedding, Ground CoverPentas lanceolata Egyptian Star Cluster Foundation, Buffer, MassRhaphiolepis indica “alba” India Hawthorn Foundation, Buffer, HedgeRhododendron species Variety of Azaleas Specimen, FoundationStrelitzia (varieties) Bird of Paradise Specimen, Parking Lot, Accent

landscape materials

architectural compatibility plan – MacDill Air Force BaseA4

Date Submitted: ______________________

Date Resubmitted: ____________________

��Design Complies with ACP Standards��Resubmittal Requested��Comments Attached

By: ______________ Date: _____________

User Approval:

By: ______________ Date: _____________

Design Does Not Comply with ACP Standards

By: ____________________ Date: _________

This checklist applies to all projects large and small including self-help projects. Before building, purchasing, or installing items, the projectmanager will submit the following documentation for review and approval by the Architectural Compatibility Review Board (ACRB). Largeprojects requiring professional design services must submit this form along with the design package at each phase of the project. The list ofitems below the phase title is representative of what must be submitted at each phase. Project continuation is contingent on phase approval.Smaller projects not requiring full design services must submit project documentation as designated by the ACRB chairperson. All projectsmust comply with the ACP standards as verified by this checklist and the ACRB, unless a specific exception is approved by the chairperson.

architectural compatibility review board project checklist

JUSTIFICATION FOR NONCOMPLIANCE

Explain:

FINAL DESIGN

� Final design remains consistent with approved concept design and elements listed above� Materials / Color Board (interior and exterior) � Rendering� Catalog Cuts � Landscape Development��Construction Documents � Fascia / Gutters / Downspouts� Architectural Details� Cost Reduction Proposal (if necessary) Comply with ACP� Coordinated with Other Planning Documents and Policies� Coordination / Organization of Mechanical and Electrical Elements� Other:

Date Submitted: ______________________



By: ______________ Date: _____________

User Approval:

By: ______________ Date: _____________

Date Submitted: ______________________



By: ______________ Date: _____________

User Approval:

By: ______________ Date: _____________

CONCEPT DESIGN

Building� Style / Form � Scale � Massing� Proportions � Materials � Colors� Wall Systems � Details � Ancillary Structures� Lighting � Signs � Roof Systems� Entrances � Windows / Doors

Site Development� Site Selection � Setbacks � Utilities� Lighting � Signs � Screens / Enclosures� Furnishings � Landscape � Future Expansion Considered

Circulation� Roads / Service Drives � Parking � Signs � Other:� Lighting � Paths / Walks � Landscape �� Other:

REQUIREMENTS DOCUMENT / PROGRAMMING PHASE

� Scope � Project Description � Adjacent Facilities Photos� Goals � Objectives � Future Project Considerations� Site Inventory / Site Analysis � Other:� Coordinated with Subarea Development Plans� Coordinated with Other Planning Documents and Policies� Preliminary Solutions Allow for Full Compliance of ACP

(design not finalized until concept design is complete)� Budget � Materials � Furnishings� Colors � Equipment

Project Title:

Project Number: Project Address:

Submitted By:

Type of Project ��SABER ��MILCON ��O&M ��Self-Help ��Housing ��Other:Full ACRB Review Required? ��Yes ��No ACP Provided to Designer? ��Yes ��NoProgramming Documents Reviewed by ACRB? ��Yes ��No

appendices

AACRB Checklists ........................................... 45accents / detailing ......................................... 8additions and alterations ..................... 18, 21ancillary structures ...................................... 16Appendices ................................................... 46applied colors ............................................... 10arcades and loggias .................................... 14architectural settings ..................................... 4ash receptacles ............................................ 27

Bbarbecues ..................................................... 29benches and seats ....................................... 27bike racks ...................................................... 28bicycle parking ............................................. 28bollards .......................................................... 29building design standards ............................. 6bus waiting shelters ..................................... 16

Ccharacter

Community ................................................. 7Commercial Area .................................... 19Family Housing ........................................ 22Industrial / Flightline area ...................... 17Naval Reserve Compound ...................... 18Historic Structures .................................. 20

checklists, project ....................................... A4circulation ..................................................... 33color ............................................................... 34Commercial Area ........................................ 19Community Setting ........................................ 7concept design ............................................. 44constructed amenities ................................ 30copings ............................................................ 9courtyards ..................................................... 14crosswalks and ramps ................................ 33curbs .............................................................. 31

Ddelineation map ............................................. 5delivery docks ............................................... 19direction signs .............................................. 35disabled parking ........................................... 34doors

Community ................................................. 9Family Housing ........................................ 23

downspouts ................................................... 12drainage ........................................................ 26drinking fountains ......................................... 28drop-offs ......................................................... 14dumpster enclosures ................................... 15

Eedging ............................................................ 39emergency egress ....................................... 13entrances

Community ............................................... 13Family Housing ........................................ 23

expansion areas ........................................... 26

Ffascias

Community ............................................... 12Commercial ............................................. 18Family Housing ........................................ 23

Family Housing Setting ............................... 23fence walls .................................................... 13fencing ........................................................... 15final design .................................................... 45fire hydrants .................................................. 37flag poles ....................................................... 29Flightline Area .............................................. 17

formCommunity ................................................. 7Family Housing ........................................ 22

Gground cover ................................................. 39guides ........................................................... A2gutters ............................................................ 12

Facilities .................................................... 12Roadways .................................................. 31

Hhandrails ........................................................ 14historic structures ........................................ 20how to use this plan ....................................... 3hydrants ......................................................... 37

Iidentification signs ....................................... 34implementation ............................................ 42industrial / flightline area ............................ 17intersections ................................................. 31islands – parking .......................................... 32

J Kkiosks ............................................................. 16

Llandform ........................................................ 26lamp types ..................................................... 35landscape screens ....................................... 39landscaping .................................................. 38landscaping materials ............................... A3lighting .................................................... 23, 35litter / ash receptacles ................................ 27loggias ........................................................... 14louvers ............................................................. 9luminaires and poles ................................... 36

Mmaintenance - Landscape .......................... 38map .................................................................. 5massing ........................................................... 7materials and colors .................................. A1

Approved materials ................................ A1Community ................................................. 8Commercial area .................................... 19Family Housing ........................................ 22Historical Structures ............................... 20Industrial / Flightline area ...................... 17Naval Reserve Compound ...................... 18

mechanical equipment ............................... 37medians and islands ................................... 32monument signs .......................................... 34motorcycle parking ...................................... 32

NNaval Reserve compound .......................... 18

O Popen space .................................................... 39paint ............................................................... 10parapets and copings .................................... 9parking areas .................................. 31, 36, 40pavilions ........................................................ 16paving

roadways ................................................... 31sidewalks .................................................. 33

pedestrian circulation ................................. 33picnic tables ................................................. 28plans and guides ......................................... A2planters .......................................................... 27

free standing ............................................. 27raised ......................................................... 18

plants ............................................................ A3

playground equipment ................................ 28plazas and courtyards ................................. 14porches .......................................................... 23project checklist .......................................... A4purpose ............................................................ 3

Q Rraised planters .............................................. 18ramps ............................................................. 33recreational trails .................................. 33, 40recreational vehicle parking ...................... 32regulatory signs ............................................ 35roadways ....................................................... 30roof systems

Community ............................................... 12Commercial Area .................................... 19Family Housing ........................................ 23Historical Structures ............................... 21Industrial / Flightline area ...................... 17Naval Reserve Compound ...................... 18

Sscale massing ................................................ 7schematic design ......................................... 44screens

landscape ................................................. 39walls ................................................... 14, 29

seats ............................................................... 27security .......................................................... 27service drives ............................................... 30service entrances ......................................... 13setbacks .................................................. 26, 31sidewalks ....................................................... 33signage .......................................................... 34site amenities ............................................... 19site development .......................................... 25Site Design Criteria ..................................... 24site furnishings ............................................. 27site selection ................................................. 21siting .............................................................. 25sprinklers ....................................................... 38streets ............................................................ 30streetscaping ................................................ 40style / form ............................................... 7, 22submittal process ......................................... 44

Ttransition buildings ...................................... 10trash cans ...................................................... 27tree grates ..................................................... 29trellises .......................................................... 14topography .................................................... 26typeface ......................................................... 34turf .................................................................. 39

Uutilities ........................................................... 37utility lines ..................................................... 37utility structures ............................................ 37

Vvents / equipment ......................................... 12

W X Y Zwaiting shelters ............................................ 16wall systems

Community ................................................. 8Family Housing ........................................ 18

windowsCommunity ................................................. 9Family Housing ........................................ 18

A5

index

Prepared By:

Nakata Planning Group, LLC516 North TejonColorado Springs, Colorado [email protected]

Robert L. Preston, AICPPrincipal-In-Charge

In Association With:

6th Civil Engineer Squadron7621 Hillsborough Loop DriveMacDill Air Force Base, Florida 33621813.828.4709

HQ AMC / DESIGN CENTERDirectorate of Civil Engineer SquadronProject Engineering Division507 Symington DriveScott Air Force Base, IL 62225618.229.0447https://www.scott.af.mil/hqamc/ce/cec/cecd/guides.cfm

Photography By:

Nakata Planning Group, LLC

Jim Fennell, AIA

Lee Meier, RA

architectural compatibility plan – MacDill Air Force Base

January 2001