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iii U S E R ’ S G UI D E U SER ’S GU ID E User’s Guide This section is intended to provide straightforward guidance for optimizing the use of the Scarlett Court Design Guidelines (Design Guidelines). The following steps are recommended: Step 1: Review Chapter 1: Project applicants should review Chapter 1 (Introduction) to gain an understanding of the purpose and applicability of design guidelines and to familiarize themselves with the specific design review process for the City of Dublin. Step 2: Gain an Understanding of Scarlett Court: Project applicants should read Chapter 2 (Existing Setting and Future Vision) to gain an understanding of the area’s existing conditions and to understand the City’s vision for its future. Step 3: Review Applicable Guidelines: The Design Guidelines are presented in Chapter 3 (Design Guidelines) in the following five sections: Section 3.1: Site Planning: presents guidelines for placement of buildings, driveways, pedestrian circulation, and associated elements. Section 3.2: Architectural Guidelines: presents design guidelines for buildings and their associated elements. Section 3.3: Sign Guidelines: presents guidelines for style, size, placement, lighting and landscaping of signs. Section 3.4: Lighting Guidelines: presents guidelines for style, size, and placement, and landscaping of lighting. Section 3.5: Landscape Guidelines: presents guidelines for type, size, and location of landscaping and associated elements. Based on the scope and nature of the project, certain sections of Chapter 3 may or may not apply to the proposed project. For new construction and major development projects, all of the sections would likely apply to the project. Smaller projects, such as a new sign or fence, may only require compliance with one or two sections. Project applicants should consult with the City of Dublin Planning Staff to determine which section(s) would apply to their project. Step 4: Meet with City Staff: After completing steps 1 thru 3, project applicants should schedule an appointment with the City of Dublin Community Development Department to review their ideas, ask questions, and discuss potential issues, solutions, and approaches. The City encourages project applicants to collaborate with City Staff early on in the design process to foster shared understanding and positive outcomes. Step 5: Ask More Questions: If the project applicants have additional questions or concerns, they should contact the City of Dublin Community Development Department at (925) 833-6610. ---PAGE BREAK--- iv Scarlett Court Area