Providence staff advance design standards, zoning text changes to limit 'boxy' multi‑family buildings City planning staff presented a package of design standards and zoning text amendments to curb recent three‑story 'box' prototypes, including a 5‑foot maximum porch elevation, limits on finished pressure‑treated wood, vinyl siding appearance rules, a 3.5‑inch minimum window trim, and a proposal for staff‑level design review. The committee continued the public hearing to next week.

Providence City Council is tackling the stark appearance of new multi-family buildings with innovative design standards aimed at enhancing neighborhood charm and quality.

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