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Northwest Crossing
Residential Development
DESIGN REGULATIONS &
GUIDELINES
Bozeman, Montana
March 1, 2022
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1: Architectural Control
1. Introductions, Purposes & Definitions
2. Architectural Control Process
a. Intent
b. Conformance Deposit
3. Design Submittal Inclusions
4. Start of Construction
5. Variances and Deviations
6. Completion
Section 2: Principles of Design
1. Principles of Design
Section 3: Architectural Design Guidelines
1. Intent
2. Allowable Uses, Allowable Areas and Setbacks
3. Roofs
4. Exterior Walls
5. Garages and Accessory Buildings
6. Enforcement
7. Declarants Right to Amend
Section 4: Landscape Design Guidelines
1. Intent
2. General Requirements
3. Irrigation
4. Maintenance
5. Fences
6. Dog Kennels
7. Utility Screening
8. Privacy Screening
9. Grade and Drainage
10. Yard Art
Section 5: Appendices
Appendix A - Design Review Checklist
Appendix B - Perennial Planting List
Appendix C - Ornamental Grasses Planting List
Appendix D - Evergreen Shrubs Planting List
Appendix E - Deciduous Shrubs Planting List
Appendix F - Deciduous Tree Planting List
Appendix G - Evergreen Tree Planting List
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Bozeman, Montana SECTION 1: ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL
Introductions, Purposes & Definitions
Introductions
These Building and Landscape Design Regulations and Guidelines for Restricted Lots 1-
15 of Northwest Crossing are a component of the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions
and Restrictions and Reservations of Easements for Northwest Crossing Subdivision
Residential Development which are implemented by the Northwest Crossing Residential
Architectural Committee (“NWXRAC”) in association with the Declarant and the
Northwest Crossing Residential Owners Association, Inc. (Association).
Purposes
The purposes of the Building and Landscape Design Regulations and Guidelines is to
describe the general nature and appearance of improvements made to Lots within the
community, in order that the NWXRAC may review and approve or disapprove plans,
specifications, designs, landscaping, sites and locations of improvements to be
constructed or erected on any Lot within the property.
Definitions
Words used in this document shall maintain their standard definition or as defined by the
City of Bozeman Unified Development Ordinance or as defined by the Covenants
applicable to this development.
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Architectural Control Process
Intent
The building and landscape design regulations and guidelines which follow are intended to
complement the UDC stands for Unified Development Code which govern this community, and
to clarify the intention for the design of buildings and landscaping for this project. Specifically,
these guidelines set forth design criteria that address the building design and location, landscaping,
lot, density, and other improvements. The intent of these guidelines is to allow as much flexibility
as possible while at the same time define a minimum level of quality and consistency of building
design which will be consistent with and maximize the quality of the overall project. The unique
design elements of the Developer, Building Contractor, Architect, Home Builder, and Owners for
both the landscaping and the buildings will be respected, and individual expression is encouraged,
provided they are harmonious with the overall plan of the project.
The NWXRAC, and or its assigns, shall review submitted materials and plans for compliance
with the Design Regulations & Guidelines (DRG) for any proposed improvement or landscape
development and approve or disapprove all plans based on the criteria set forth. No construction
or alteration of any improvement or any work affecting the external appearance of any
improvement shall be made, erected, altered, placed or permitted to remain upon the Lot until all
required submittals are approved in writing by the NWXRAC and/or its assigns.
Standards for review
It shall be the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all proposed construction shall comply with
the International Residential Code, National Plumbing Code and the National Electrical Code,
the Design Regulations & Guidelines and all other applicable codes. The NWXRAC does not
review submittals for compliance with any building or safety code and no approval from the
NWXRAC should be considered a determination of that the lot owners’ plans comply with these
or any other building or safety codes. All plans must be harmonious with the overall plan for the
development. All plans, materials and specifications must be suitable to the site, adjacent
properties and the neighborhood. All improvements must be compatible with the surrounding
properties so as to not impair or degrade property or aesthetic values.
Approval or Disapproval by NWXRAC
The NWXRAC shall have fifteen (15) business days to approve or disapprove the location,
construction design, landscaping, and materials used for the home. This fifteen (15) business day
approval time period shall commence once all documents necessary for review as identified in the
Design Review Checklist have been submitted and shall apply to both Preliminary and Final
Design Review. The NWXRAC may request additional plans, project specifications, color
samples, or sample materials. The time for plan review shall be adjusted accordingly if plans are
submitted during any holidays. Approval of plans shall require a majority of the NWXRAC.
Upon securing both the NWXRAC approval letter and building permit from the City of
Bozeman, the Owner may commence construction in accordance with the approved plans. Any
deviation from the approved plans, which, in the sole judgement of the NWXRAC, constitutes a Northwest Crossing
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deviation of any substance from the approved plans, shall be promptly corrected at the sole
expense of the Owner.
Disapproval by the NWXRAC during plan review will require that the applicant adhere to
standards set forth in this document. All comments made by the NWXRAC are final and shall be
incorporated into any proposed improvement or landscape development.
Inspection of Work
Upon the failure of the owner to complete the agreed upon work within the time allowed, or
completion of any improvement, if the NWXRAC finds that such work was not done in strict
compliance with all approved plans and specifications submitted for prior approval, it shall notify
the Owner and the Directors of the Northwest Crossing Residential Owners Association of such
noncompliance and shall require the Owner to remedy the same. If, upon the expiration of seven
(7) days from the date of such notification, the Owner has failed to commence or communicate an
approved upon timeframe to remedy such noncompliance, the NWXRAC shall determine the
nature and extent of noncompliance thereof and the estimated cost of correction. The NWXRAC
shall notify the Owner and Directors in writing of the estimated cost of correction or removal. The
Owner shall then have five (5) days to commence such remedy. If the Owner still does not
comply with the Directors’ notice within such five (5) day period, the NWXRAC, at their option,
may remove the noncomplying design element or remedy the noncompliance, and the Owner
shall reimburse the Association upon demand for all expenses incurred in connection therewith,
including legal fees, as well as lose any conformance deposit held in escrow. If such expenses are
not promptly repaid by the Owner to the Association, the Directors may file a lien against the
owner’s property for the unpaid expenses and may foreclose upon the lien as provided in the
Declarations for assessment liens, along with any other remedy as allowed by law. It shall not be
necessary for the Association to send to the owner a notice of right to claim a lien for any work
performed by the Association to correct any noncompliance on the part of the owner.
Conformance Deposit
The NWXRAC requires lot owners or their representatives to submit a Sidewalk, Landscape and
Construction Conformance deposit to be included with the purchase contract to ensure
conformance to these Design Regulations & Guidelines and CC&R’s. Deposits will be returned,
without interest, after a final compliance inspection has been completed and approved by the
NWXRAC. If, at any time throughout construction, it is found that the design has been altered and
is found to be non-conforming, this deposit will become the property of the NWXRAC and may
be used in any way necessary to enforce compliance.
Design Submittal Inclusions
A review fee will be required at the time of submission of all the design submittal documents and
materials. The purpose of the design review fee shall be to defray the cost of NWXRAC’s review
of all proposed site plans and specifications submitted to them. The fee shall be evaluated and set
by the Board from time-to-time. The Pre-Application Design Review fee shall initially be
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$300.00. The Final Design Review Application shall initially be $600.00. The NWXRAC will
not commence a review of any kind without being in receipt of all items identified in the pre-
review and Final Review Checklist (See Appendix A).
Builders and owners must submit plans, elevations, and color renderings for Pre-Application
Design Review. These preliminary reviews can expedite the review process by identifying early
potential conflicts with the Design Regulations and Guidelines as well as identifying potential
solutions. This typically results in a cost savings by identifying conflicts prior to finalization of
construction drawings.
After approval of the Pre-Application Review, the Final Design Review Application shall be
submitted with all items identified in Final Review Checklist (See Appendix A).
Start of Construction
There shall be no construction work initiated without a building permit issued by the City of
Bozeman and without written approval of the plans by the NWXRAC. All building construction
and landscaping must conform to both the final approved plans by both the City of Bozeman and
the NWXRAC.
Temporary Structures
Temporary structures, such as sanitary facilities, construction trailers, material storage facilities
and trash receptacles must be contained within the Lot and must not be placed on the Lot more
than twenty (20) days before construction begins. Under special circumstances, and with the
prior approval of the Association, construction materials may be stored outside the Lot if such
storage does not adversely affect the native landscape. Portable toilets shall be located only
within the Lot or in an area approved by the Association. All temporary structures shall be
removed within thirty (30) days after completion of construction.
Debris & Trash Removal
Contractors must clean up all trash and debris on the construction site at the end of each day.
Trash receptacles must be adequately sized to handle construction debris. During construction,
each site must be kept neat and tidy to prevent it from becoming unsightly or affecting adjacent
Lots. The Owner shall be responsible for taking necessary precautions to prevent debris from
blowing off the construction site and shall clean up any debris blown off the Lot. Any cost
incurred by the Association in collecting and/or disposing of construction debris or trash may be
assigned to the Lot on which the debris or trash originated.
Construction Activity: Dust, Mud and Noise
Each Contractor shall be responsible for controlling dust, mud and noise, including without
limitation, music from the construction site. Radios, music players and similar items must be
kept at a low level to minimize disturbance to neighbors. Dirt, mud or debris from construction
activity must be removed on a daily basis from roads, open spaces, driveways or other areas of
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the Subdivision. Storm water and run off must be retained as per city code. Rumble strips at
construction exits must be installed.
Access, Vehicles, Equipment and Parking
Parking is restricted to areas within the Lot under construction or in areas designated by the
Reviewer. Contractors are not permitted to park on other Lots or adjacent Lots without written
approval of the adjacent Lot Owner and the Association. Vehicles shall not be parked in a
manner which inhibits traffic. Vehicle maintenance, including oil changes, and cleaning by
Contractors, is restricted to the Lot under construction, and all residue must be cleaned.
Variances and Deviations
All variances from these Design Regulations and Guidelines will require a $350.00 fee per
individual variance (“Variance Fee”). A variance is defined as any element within the design
submittal that does not comply with these Design Guidelines. Variances and deviations shall be
brought to the attention of the NWXRAC at the time of Pre-Application Design Review
submittal. All variances and deviations will require payment of the Variance Fee and written
approval from the NWXRAC prior to construction.
Completion
Once started, all work on any improvement upon any Lot must be maintained on a continuous
and diligent basis until completion, which shall not exceed 24 months, unless otherwise approved
in writing from the NWXRAC.
SECTION 2: PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
Following are basic Principles of Design which serve as the basis of design at Northwest
Crossing. These principles are the required building blocks to maintain the quality of design
expected at Northwest Crossing. Each project will be evaluated based on these Principles by the
NWXRAC This evaluation will serve as the litmus test for the acceptability of the presented
designs.
Site Evaluation and Design
The beginning of each design shall begin with site evaluation. This evaluation encompasses solar
orientation, wind/weather patterns, relationships to prominent views, relationships to neighboring
views, and engagement of the street edge. Consideration should be given to drainage patterns of
the site, assuring that water is not ushered onto adjacent properties. Designs shall consider
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Northwest Crossing Bozeman, Montana fall onto adjacent properties. Landscape Design considerations will be a critical component to a
successful Site Design.
Scale
Design elements should be of a variety of scale, create a diverse and interesting composition.
Larger volumes should be broken down into smaller elements, addressing the pedestrian scale.
Homes should be scaled to fit their associated property, as well as the personality of the design
concept or style.
Rhythm
Architectural design elements of the same scale which are repeated on a regular basis create
rhythm and should be employed when appropriate. Windows, structural supports, color, exterior
light fixtures, and building massing all have the potential to contribute to successful rhythm and
ultimately design.
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Proportion
Proportion is the relationship of a part to the whole. Proper proportion results in balance, where
one element does not unnecessarily dominate another element. Elements such as windows and
doors should be proportionate to the walls in which they reside. Additionally, rooms should be
proportion- ate to the functions which they serve (a Bathroom should not be the same size as a
Great Room). The end result of properly proportioned building elements if that of harmony and
balance.
Balance
Proper balance is an equal distribution of weight or in the case of buildings, design, across an
element. Homes should be designed holistically so as to create interest across all aspects of the
home, not just one face of the home. There should be a focal point to a balanced design, with
supporting design elements across the remainder of the design. Balance is largely attributable to
building masses and their size relationships to other building masses.
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Color
The homes within Northwest Crossing are to be a variety of colors. Exterior wall colors used
shall be tones which harmonize and complement the surrounding site and neighboring buildings.
Trim may be more colorful and contrasting in order to add visual interest. Wall colors shall not be
applied in a way that creates horizontal bands of color. Colors shall be applied to volumes of
built elements. Color schemes shall be unique from the two directly adjacent properties in each
direction (including across the streets) to create visual interest.
Diagram indicates color schemes (A, B, C, D) and
required separation/similar color schemes
Texture and Shadows
The surrounding natural environment has a wide variety of texture resulting in visual stimulation.
Home designs in Northwest Crossing should make efforts to create variety through texture.
Textures should not be overly emphasized as this can create an excess of visual stimulation and
be detrimental to design. Texture can also be used to create variety with a limited color palette,
utilizing shadows as a design element. Shadow should be employed to create dramatic effects of
contrast. This can be in the form of deep eaves, deep window trim, and use of materials to name
a few.
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Materiality
Exterior materials should emphasize the high quality of homes that will be designed for
Northwest Crossing. Materials shall be complementary to one another and harmonious in nature.
Application of materials should be considered artfully. Materials shall not be placed to create
horizontal bands of material across the building. Acceptable wall cladding materials are natural
and manufactured stone and brick, wood siding (painted or stained), cementitious siding
(painted), and stucco. Metal siding will be approved on a case-by-case basis provided it is of
high quality and should not be considered the primary exterior material. Vinyl siding and T1-11
plywood siding will not be allowed. All material transitions shall occur at an inside corner.
Design Integrity
Design Integrity refers to the positive influential impression the home leaves on a viewer. Homes
that comply with the previously referenced Principles of Design will result in a home with
Design Integrity.
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Northwest Crossing SECTION 3: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
GUIDELINES
Intent
The intent of the following Building Guidelines is to provide for a degree of continuity
throughout Northwest Crossing while allowing personal taste in choice of housing style.
Furthermore, the intent is to establish standards and theme direction to ensure that the type of
housing constructed is comparable to and blends with the eclectic styles of housing found in the
surrounding developments, and that the type of housing avoids the appearance of “tract housing.”
Variances to these Design Guidelines may be considered by the NWXRAC based upon design
merit. All homes shall fully comply with the International Residential Code, as well as any and
all pertinent codes established by the State of Montana, Gallatin County, and the City of
Bozeman.
Northwest Crossing is to be a neighborhood of tree lined streets, prominent front porches, and
architecturally designed homes that capitalize on the breath-taking views of the Gallatin Valley.
The homes are to be designed to reflect the aesthetic lifestyle while providing contemporary floor
plans consistent with the needs of today’s families. All homes are to be designed by a licensed
architect. Exceptions may be considered based upon design merit as approved by the NXAC.
Homes are to be based upon the following or a contemporary interpretation of these design
styles:
• American Foursquare
• Craftsman
• Modern Farmhouse
• Prairie
Lots backing to West Oak Street, Cottonwood Road, Baxter Lane, Harvest Parkway and Laurel
Parkway
To ensure an attractive appearance of the Northwest Crossing Community as viewed by the
public, the building improvements located within those particular lots adjacent to West Oak
Street, Cottonwood Road, Harvest Parkway, Rosa Way, and Baxter Lane shall be required to
meet an elevated architectural standard, in excess of the requirements for those lots not backing
onto arterial routes of travel. The NWXRAC shall emphasize the need for interesting
architectural detailing and form, through selection and variation of materials facing the rear
elevations of such houses. The roofs of residences located on such Lots must include sufficient
interest and variation through the use of secondary roof forms facing the rear, in the form of
dormers, interrupted roof ridge lines, exposed rafter tails, and other variations of traditional
vernacular roof systems.
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Allowable Uses, Allowable Areas and Setbacks
Allowable Uses
No “for rent” apartment building(s) shall be allowed. All lots shall be used exclusively for
single-family detached and single-family attached residential dwelling units and not occupied by
more than one household (as defined by the City of Bozeman Unified Development Code) shall
occupy such residences, provided however that nothing in this subparagraph shall be deemed to
prevent any person from pursuing his or her calling upon the lot or dwelling unit owned by or
occupied by such person, if such person primarily uses such lot or dwelling unit for residential
purposes, is self-employed and has no employees working on such lot or in such dwelling unit,
and does not advertise any product, work for sale, or service provided to the public upon such lot
or dwelling unit, and such use complies with all applicable City of Bozeman requirements. The
leasing of any lot from time to time by the Owner thereof is subject to all of the restrictions as
may be adopted from time to time by the Association. Home occupations or professions shall be
allowed on lots in Northwest Crossing provided that they adhere to the requirements of the City
of Bozeman Uniform Development Code. No advertising or directional signs relating to a home
occupation or profession shall be allowed within the private, public, or commonly held lands
within Northwest Crossing. Any such home occupation or profession may require a City of
Bozeman Home occupation license or business license.
Setbacks
Each lot in Northwest Crossing shall have a buildable area determined by building or structure
setbacks as stipulated by the City of Bozeman UDC. If a utility easement is greater than the
building setback required by Chapter 38, B.M.C. said easement shall apply.
Height Limits
The maximum building height shall never exceed the allowable maximum building height as
stipulated by the City of Bozeman UDC.
Maximum and Minimum Dwelling Sizes
The maximum dwelling size is defied according to Bozeman UDC.
Single freestanding/ detached household shall provide the minimum living space of 1,500 square feet
exclusive of garages, decks, porches and carports. The intent of this requirement is to promote
efficient use of the land due to complement Bozeman UDC minimum lot sizes. Other housing
typologies are not required to follow minimum requirement.
All building foundations shall make every effort to be constructed one foot and six inches (1’- 6”)
above the adjacent top back of curb at road to avoid potential problems with high ground water in
the area. Due to the potential of higher ground water on certain lots within the subdivision, the
Lot Owner is encouraged to solicit a professional engineering evaluation of groundwater
conditions on their specific lot, prior to foundation design. Basements are strongly discouraged.
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Roofs
Roofs are a major element in the building design and therefore will be emphasized by the
NWXRAC. Shape and Form: Traditional gable, hip and shed roof designs used in creative and
aesthetically pleasing combinations are encouraged. Secondary roof forms are highly
recommended in designs for Northwest Crossing. They can be particularly effective when special
care is given to their massing and pattern.
In addition, no roof ridgeline shall extend more than forty (40) feet without interruption by an
intersecting roofline, secondary roof structure, or step-down roof in order to break up the overall
roof mass.
Roof Articulation Measurement Criteria
Pitches
Roof pitches shall be chosen to accentuate the individuality of the building design. Careful
consideration should be given to the climate and detailing of low slope and flat roof elements if
they are to be implemented in the design.
Secondary Roof Structures
Smaller roof forms, dormers, skylights and chimneys are considered secondary roof structures.
Dormers and most other secondary roof structures are encouraged, both to add interest and scale
to major roof areas and to make habitable use of the space beneath the roofs. Dormers and other
secondary roofs may have gable, hip or shed forms and may be stacked in multiple forms.
Eaves, Soffits, and Fascia’s
Eaves may have a horizontal or angled return to the wall. Soffits shall be required to cover all
rafter tails and rough framing material, except where framing members are intentionally exposed,
finished, and protected from exposure. All roof edges shall have a built-up (2) piece fascia
(minimum 5-1/2”:3-1/2” ratio for built-up fascia)
Skylights
When designing the location of skylights, consideration should be given to both the interior and
exterior appearance of the unit. Locations should also be coordinated with window and door
locations. Skylights shall be located away from the valleys, ridges, and other areas where drifting
snow and ice may hinder the performance and safety of the unit.
Solar Collectors
Solar collectors shall only be allowed as conditionally approved by the NWXRAC. If allowed,
solar collectors shall be integrated into the overall roof design and shall be placed parallel with the
slope of the roof or wall of the building located so as to minimize their appearance from public
right of ways.
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Roofing Materials
Roofing materials shall enhance the building and need to be compatible with the surrounding
NWX neighborhood. The recommended roofing materials are natural cedar shakes, cedar
shingles, metal roofing, fiberglass, and asphalt composition shingles in an “architectural” grade.
Other materials may also be considered with written approval of the NWXRAC. 3-tab asphalt
shingles and exposed fastener delta rib metal roofing will not be permitted. The roofing material
must be compatible with the overall house color scheme.
Gutters, Downspouts and Flashings
Gutters and down spouts must be of a color and finish that blends with the finish colors of the
structure. Exposed galvanized material will not be allowed unless pre-patinaed. Painted
elements shall have factory applied coatings only. Flashing materials shall be copper, painted or
anodized sheet metal.
Roof Mounted Equipment and Ventilating Roof Penetrations
All roof-mounted equipment shall be integrated into the overall roof design and screened. All
sewer, bathroom, clothes dryer, hot water heater, wood or gas stove, or other roof venting stacks
shall exhaust to the exterior of the building, and not into the attic, crawl space or basement. The
visibility of all such venting stacks from the street front shall be concealed or minimized, and all
such stacks shall be painted a color as similar as possible to the roof material color. Exterior
antenna and/or satellite receivers shall not be located where visible from the street and should be
screened subject to approval by the NWXRAC.
Exterior Walls
The exterior walls are one of the most important aesthetic elements in the building design and
will reflect the image of the entire subdivision. Elements of specific concern are indicated in the
Principles of Design portion of this document. The scale and proportion of the exterior walls
must have inherent interest and diversity and harmonize with the high-quality nature of
Northwest Crossing. Log homes will not be allowed.
Foundation Walls
Exposed concrete foundation walls shall be limited to a maximum eight (8) inches from the
bottom of siding to the finished grade. Exposed concrete in excess of eight (8) inches of concrete
shall be covered by continuous year-round shrubbery, masonry veneer, textured concrete
surfaces, or rigid metal that will not oil-can and will stand the test of time.
Materials
Acceptable wall cladding materials are natural and manufactured stone and brick (as approved
by the NWXRAC), cementitious siding, natural wood siding, which is painted or stained, metal
siding and stucco. Vinyl, aluminum and plywood siding such as T1-11 will not be allowed.
Stone/masonry veneer shall terminate on an interior corner and shall not be applied to only one
façade of the building. The NWXRAC will consider other building materials on a case-by-case
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basis pending their conformance the overall character of the development. All materials will be
required to be submitted to the NWXRAC for review.
Massing/Wall Form
No wall shall consist of a single finish treatment for more than fourteen (14) horizontal feet
without interruption by a wall projection or a different siding material, widow, wall corner,
chimney, wall recess, porch or other architectural form that adds interest. An exception to this
may be provided with NWXRAC approval if the un-interruption enhances the building design.
Windows and Doors
Windows and doors are an important architectural element and therefore significant numbers are
highly encouraged. All glazing in windows and doors shall be of double or triple glazing. No
mirror or colored glazing shall be allowed. All windows and doors shall be vinyl, aluminum clad,
finished wood or other material acceptable to the NWXRAC. Unclad custom-built windows for
individual applications shall be trimmed and painted to provide consistent appearance with all
other windows of the home. Custom-built windows must be approved by the NWXRAC on a
case-by-case basis. The patterns, sizing, symmetry (or asymmetry) of windows and doors
determines the scale and feel of a home. The NWXRAC will require that the following aspects be
carefully addressed in the window and door design:
• Consistency of types and shapes
• Window patterns consistent with design of the structure
Decks, Balconies, Patios and Porches
Decks, balconies, patios and porches shall be designed to enhance the overall architecture of the
building by creating variety and detail on exterior elevations. Decks at grade level shall be
skirted to grade. Decks which are on the second story (that are not cantilevered) and high off the
ground shall either be sided down to a continuous concrete grade beam and sided with the same
siding as the main body of the structure, or they shall be required to have additional mass and
size in the vertical support posts and a soffit treatment to the underside of the deck which is
approved by the NWXRAC. Treated Douglas Fir, except in structural members, is not an
acceptable decking material. All structural supports shall have a substantial base designed to
accentuate the home.
Entries
The Entry shall be the dominant feature of each home in Northwest Crossing as viewed from the
street. Particular attention and detail shall be applied to the primary entry.
Exterior Lighting
All residential lighting (non-street lighting) shall be illuminated with lights that meet the City of
Bozeman UDC standard requirements. The use of ‘up lighting’ of any landscape or architectural
feature is not permitted, all landscape and site lighting must be ‘Dark Sky’ compliant. In addition,
all outdoor residential lighting shall be free of glare and shall be fully shielded or shall be
indirect lighting. No illumination shall extend beyond a property’s lot line. No unshielded lights
shall be permitted. All landscape lighting is to be considered on a case-by-case basis and must be
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clearly indicated on all landscape plans and manufacturer cut sheets must be submitted to the
NWXRAC for review prior to installation. For the purpose of this paragraph, the following
definitions shall apply:
• Fully shielded lights: outdoor residential light fixtures shielded or constructed so that no light
rays are emitted by the installed fixture at angles above the horizontal plane as certified by a
photometric test expert.
• Indirect light: Direct light that has been reflected or has scattered off of other surfaces
• Glare: Light emitting from a luminary with an intensity great enough to reduce a viewer’s ability
to see, and in extreme cases, causing momentary blindness
• Outdoor Lighting: The nighttime illumination of an outside area or object by any man-made
device located outdoors that produces light by any means.
Garages and Accessory Buildings
Each single household home is required to have a minimum of an attached or detached two (2)
car garage with a sectional roll up door(s). All garages shall be subordinate to the home and as
such shall not be the dominant feature of any home. The garage door color must be compatible
with the overall house color scheme.
Conventional Lots with Front-Loaded Garages require de-emphasis and subdued garage door
locations from the primary street frontage, whether primary or secondary. Garages shall not be
the dominant feature of the houses. Plans for front-loaded garages must incorporate the
following:
• Courtyard configurations which orient the garage doors inwardly to the interior of the lot
and in proximity to the front door. In the event that a courtyard configuration is
employed, the Owner shall present, as a part of the plan to be approved by the
NWXRAC, a landscaping plan that will include at least one coniferous tree, or other
screening device as approved by the NWXRAC, opposite the garage door, placed in such
a manner as to act as a screen so that the garage door will not be readily visible to street
traffic approaching from the direction that the garage door faces. As an example, if the
garage door faces the east, then the coniferous tree or screening device will be placed
near the street on the east side of the driveway. All such trees must be at least 12’ tall at
full maturity
• Detached garages located behind the primary home are encouraged. These garages
should consider a central green strip running down the driveway from the sidewalk to
the garage to reduce the amount of impervious surface at each residence.
• Garage doors must be located on a plane which is set back a minimum of ten feet from
the plane that contains the front door for the residential portion of the house. If the house
is located on a corner lot and the garage door and the front door of the residential portion
of the house face the same street, the garage shall be located on the side of the house
opposite the nearest intersecting street, so that the garage is on the side of the house
nearest the mid-point of the Block.
• Side access configurations which orient the garage doors outwardly to the side yard may
be allowed with approval from NWXRAC.
• Corner configurations which orient the driveway and garage doors to the secondary
streets. In such cases, the garage door must still be screened from view from both the
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primary and secondary streets, as described above.
For Lots at the intersection of two streets, houses shall have the entry walkway and porch
accessed from the same street as the adjacent lot closest to the mid-point of the block. The
intention is to end the block with houses that relate to the street in a similar manner as with mid-
block houses.
Diagram illustrates required setback for all garage doors with relation to plane of front door.
Prohibited Building Types
Prefabricated, modular, mobile, factory built and/or kit buildings of any type are prohibited.
Accessory Dwelling Units
All Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU’s) shall conform to City of Bozeman UDC requirements as
well as any other necessary approvals as determined by City, County and State.
Enforcement
Enforcement of the Design Regulations and Guidelines shall be through the Declarant Northwest
Crossing Residential Owners Association, or the NWXRAC.
Declarant’s Right to Amend
For a period of twenty-five (25) years following the recording of this document, or until 90% of
the lots within Northwest Crossing are sold, whichever is the last to occur, the Declarant reserves
the right to amend these Design Regulations and Guidelines as the Declarant deems necessary or
advisable. Such amendments shall have prospective application only, unless agreed to by the
affected homeowners.
Each lot owner and each holder of a mortgage or trust indenture on a unit, by acceptance of the
deed or security instrument, hereby consents to all such amendments and grants unto the
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Declarant, as well as its successors and assigns, a limited irrevocable power of attorney, coupled
with an interest, to amend this document without the need for a vote of the owners.
SECTION 4: LANDSCAPE DESIGN GUIDELINES
Intent
All landscape and site design shall strive to create unique and inviting environments, both
within the personal character of an individual property and through the enhancement of
the development as a whole.
These guidelines provide: the buffering of properties from wind and snow; the screening
of parking for residences and pedestrian areas; the enhancements of entry areas for
individual buildings; guidance for the conservation of water and the encouraged use of
native or water-wise plant species.
General Requirements
1. All landscape designs shall be drawn and stamped preferably by a Landscape Architect
Licensed by The State of Montana, or professional landscape designer with demonstrated
experience.
2. Landscaping and outdoor improvements must be completed within nine (9) months of
Certificate of Occupancy of any or each structure.
3. Ensure proper erosion control techniques are implemented: All disturbed areas must
implement erosion control techniques to ensure on-site and off-site protection. Slope
stabilization is required on all slopes 3:1 and greater with Best Management Practices
(BMP’s) implemented as necessary.
4. Conflicts with utilities: All landscape plans shall clearly illustrate all proposed utilities and
infrastructure, both in plan and legend. All landscaping and irrigation shall begin only
after a thorough utility location survey is completed.
5. Landscape remodels: All landscape remodel projects are to be consistent with the
Northwest Crossing Design Regulations and Guidelines. Landscape remodels and
additions must be approved by the NWXRAC prior to installation.
6. No lot owner shall fill or obstruct the natural flow of any borrow ditch or drainage swale
with the exception of the materials placed for the location of the driveway culvert. No
borrow ditches may be filled.
Drive Surfaces
• All driveways and parking areas shall be surfaced in concrete.
• All concrete to have hand tooled edges and joints with a 1/4” radius and 3/4” depth.
• Concrete paving may be used for driveways, sidewalks, and curbing.
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• All sidewalks to be concrete poured at a minimum depth
of 4”.
• All jointing and edges to be hand tooled with a 1/4”
radius and 3/4” depth.
• All sidewalks shall comply with The City of Bozeman
standard and maintain a minimum width of 5 ft.
Parking
• Parking is to be limited to private driveways which are a
minimum of 18 feet in length and individual garages. The
parking of vehicles in any non-designated area including
side yards, front yards, back yards, driveway areas less
than 18 feet in length, parks, and open spaces is not permitted.
• The parking of company vehicles, both on private residential lots and within designated
parking areas is not permitted.
Planting
Street and Boulevard Trees
• All street trees to be compatible with the current City of Bozeman Approved Street Tree
list and be approved by the City Forester prior to installation.
• All street and boulevard trees must conform to the City of Bozeman code;
Residential Tree Requirements
• All lots are to plant a minimum of five (5) total trees including required street and
boulevard trees, with a caliper size of 2” for three (3) trees and a caliper size of 2.5”-3” for
two (2) of the trees and species approved by the City’s Forestry Dept.
• The planting hole shall be at least twice the diameter of the root ball, the roof flare of the
newly planted tree invisible and above ground, and there shall be a mulch ring 3’-4’ in
diameter around each newly planted tree. One (1) of the minimum five (5) required trees
shall be conifers, and these coniferous trees shall not be less than six (6) feet in height.
Residential Mixed Planting Beds
• Planting beds are to contain mixed shrubs and perennials, the naturalized massing of
species is preferred to the sporadic planting of individual species.
• Mixed perennial and shrub planting beds shall be used in the screening of building
entrances, parking areas and around building perimeter. No exposed concrete building
foundation will be allowed and must be screened through landscape plantings for the
perimeter of the building.
• Perimeter mixed planting beds are required in all areas of exposed foundation.
Additionally, two (2) appropriately sized mixed planting beds in the front yard and one
(1) mixed planting bed in the back yard are required.
• The use of native and/or waterwise plantings is encouraged
• All perennials and shrubs are to be selected from the Northwest Crossing Approved Shrub
and Perennials List (See Appendix) but must also meet current UDC water conservation
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requirements, any alternate species to be submitted to the NWXRAC for review and
approval prior to installation.
Lawns
• All designated lawn areas to be established by either sod or seed, the use of drought
tolerant sod mixes is encouraged. All lawn areas to be clearly indicated on landscape
plans. Rock and gravel type ground covers will not be allowed as a general surface finish
but may be allowed for limited areas around, home, trees and planters.
Alleyways
• All properties with back lot line adjacent to a designated alleyway shall maintain a mixed
shrub planting within the designated six (6) ft easement. The easement shall be
appropriately planted with shrubs to provide screening and mulched with an aggregate.
Irrigation
All landscape areas including street trees, boulevard plantings, lawn and seeding areas,
trees, shrubs, and flower beds shall be irrigated with a permanent automatic irrigation
system installed by a qualified irrigation contractor upon initial landscape installation.
• An ‘as-built’ irrigation plan is required upon completion of installation, and must be
submitted to the NWXRAC, the plan shall clearly indicate the location of all
irrigation components including; all irrigation lines, valves, wiring, and sleeves.
• All lawn and seeding areas are to be irrigated with a permanent sub-surface or
overhead watering system utilizing spray or rotor irrigation heads. Head-to-head
coverage is required. All irrigation heads are the be installed at a grade so not to be
damaged by maintenance equipment.
• Perennial planting areas are to be irrigated with a dedicated drip irrigation system and
should be adjusted appropriately for individual plant needs throughout the season.
• Trees and shrubs are to be irrigated with a designated bubbler irrigation system,
adjusted appropriately for tree species, maturity, and size. If trees and shrubs are
installed within the confines of a perennial planting area with an established drip
irrigation system, the incorporation of these trees and shrubs will be addressed on an
individual basis and assessed by a landscape professional.
Yarrow ‘Terra Cota’ Kinickinik Russian Sage
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Maintenance
• All trees and shrubs to be maintained in a healthy state, any tree or shrub showing
more than 30% desiccation shall be replaced.
• All shrub and perennial beds shall be maintained with adequate mulch or rock cover.
No planting bed shall have less than 3” layer of mulch or rock. Any area of exposed
weed fabric shall have additional rock or mulched placed over it.
• Use cultural methods (mulch, pruning, irrigation, etc.) to encourage plant health and
growth and to discourage weeds. Keep planter beds and tree wells free of weeds and
debris.
• All landscaping must be maintained to the minimum standard stated in the City of
Bozeman ordinance.
• Mulch or gravel is to be used in all planting beds and around the base of all trees and
shrubs planted within lawns and open spaces. Mulch type and depth is to be clearly
indicated on all landscape plans and is subject to approval by the NWXRAC prior to
installation.
Approved Mulches
Any organic mulch such as (shredded cedar, bark chips, soil pep, etc.), with natural earth
tones and textures.
Natural stone aggregate with earth tones
• No lava rock will be permitted in any part of the landscape
• No artificial or bright colored aggregate will be permitted
• No river rock greater than 4” in diameter will be permitted
‘Mini Nugget’
Fir Bark
Shredded Cedar
Mulch
Big Sky ‘Gold’
Cobble
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4’ Fences
One of the primary goals of the project is to create an atmosphere that is open and friendly.
However, fencing consistent with these regulations and guidelines may be approved by the
NWXRAC. No fencing is allowed in street-facing yards or in required street vision triangles. All
fencing is required to be 7/8” Western Red Cedar with flat tops and no stain or paint color. All
fences shall be sealed clear to protect them from weather and elements and to maintain
appearance. The following fence types may be permitted.
Cottonwood Road, West Oak Street and Baxter Lane Frontage Fence
Requirements
Fences are to be used to increase privacy for lots with rear lot lines and side yard lot lines adjacent
to Cottonwood Road, West Oak Street and Baxter Lane (“Arterial Streets”). Street frontage
fencing to be installed per street frontage fence plan per each phase of development.
• Fence Style A: height of 4 ft to be used in all designated “tall fence” areas within street
frontage fence plan
• Fence Style B: height of 3’9” to be used in all designated “low fence” areas within street
frontage fence plan.
USE STAINLESS STEEL SCREWS
FOR ALL CONNECTIONS
1”x6” CEDAR RUNNERS OIL
SEALED
4”x4” CEDAR POST OIL SEALED,
EVERY 5’ O.C.
1”x4” CEDAR CROSS BRACE OIL
SEALED
1”x6” CEDAR RUNNING OIL
SEALED
Fence Style A: Arterial Street Frontage Tall Fence
USE STAINLESS STEEL SCREWS
FOR ALL CONNECTIONS
1”x6” CEDAR RAIL (TYP)
4”x4” CEDAR POST (TYP)
Fence Style B: Arterial Street Frontage Low Fence
5’ (TYP) 6” 9.5” 3’-9” 6” 5’ (TYP)
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Typical Arterial Street Frontage Fence Elevation
Interior Lot Fencing (without park, open space, trail, or street frontage)
To be used to increase privacy alongside yard lot lines, rear lot lines, and parallel to front
lot line in allowable areas as depicted per lot layout diagrams. To be used for all interior
lots with the exception of along lot lines with adjacency to designated parks, trails, or
open space. Such lots must utilize designated park and open space fence (Fence Style E)
depicted within the design guidelines.
• Fence Style C: height of 3’9” to be used in designated all “low fence” areas along side
yard lot lines.
• Fence Style D: height of 5’ may be used in designated “tall fence” areas along side yard
lot lines, along rear lot lines, and parallel to front lot lines as depicted within the lot
layout diagrams.
• Fence style C may be substituted for fence style D in all allowable locations if a low
fence is desired by individual property owners.
• All fence design shall be of the style depicted below. Fence height, style and location
shall be clearly marked on all landscape plans and coherent with lot layout diagrams.
• Fence styles C and D are not permitted along lot lines with adjacency to Arterial
Streets, designated trail corridors, parks and open spaces.
Interior Lot Side Yard and Side Street Fence Typical
REAR LOT LINE
LOW FENCE PER PLAN
(1/3 TOTAL LENGTH OF LOT)
TALL FENCE PER PLAN
LOW FENCE PER PLAN
TALL FENCE PER PLAN
LOW FENCE PER PLAN
(1/3 TOTAL LENGTH OF LOT)
USE STAINLESS STREEL SCREW
FOR ALL CONNECTIONS
1”X6” CEDAR RUNNERS OIL SEALED
4”X4” CEDAR POST OIL SEALED
EVERY 5’ O.C.
USE STAINLESS STEEL SCREWS
FOR ALL CONNECTIONS
1”X6” CEDAR RUNNERS OIL SEALED
4”X4” CEDAR POST OIL SEALED,
EVERY 5’ O.C.
5’ (TYP) 3’-9” 6” 5’ (TYP) 6” 5’-1” FENCE STYLE C FENCE STYLE D
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Parks, Open Space, and Trails Fence
To be used to increase privacy for lots with rear lot line and/or side yard lot lines adjacent
to designated parks, open space, or trail corridors.
• Fence Style E: height of 3’9” to be used along rear lot line and/or side yard lot line with park,
open space, or trail, adjacency.
• All fence design shall be as depicted below. Fence height, style and location shall be clearly
marked on all landscape plans and be coherent with fence diagrams depicted within design
guidelines.
• No alterations or alternative fence styles will be allowed without approval from NWXRAC
prior to installation.
Style E: Typical Park, Open Space, Trails Fence
Typical Interior Lot Side Yard Fence Line with Park / Open space Adjacency
USE STAINLESS STEEL SCREWS
FOR ALL CONNECTIONS
1”X6” CEDAR RAIL (TYP)
4”X4” CEDAR POST (TYP)
2”X4” 14 Ga. WELDED WIRE (TYP) 3’-9” 6” 11” 11”
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Lot Layout Fence Diagram A
All allowable fencing to be installed per diagrams below. Only designated fence types are to be
installed within designated areas. No alterations or substitutions are allowed without approval of
NWXRAC prior to installation.
Typical Fence Layout Diagram A: Interior Lot with Trail or Open Space Adjacency
Front fence line
setback a minimum
of 1/3 the total
depth of lot from
front lot line.
Fence Style C
required for
a minimum
of 15’ from
back lot line
Fence Style D or C
Fences parallel to front
lot line shall algin with
adjoining property Front Lot Line Fence Style D or C
Fence Style C
required for
a minimum
of 15’ from
back lot line Fence Style E Designated park and open space fence for all lots adjacent to designated park, open space or trail. Trail Corridor Front fence line
setback a minimum
of 1/3 the total
depth of lot from
front lot line.
Fence Style E
Designated park and open space
fence for all lots adjacent to
designated park, open space or trail. Park/Open Space
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Lot Layout Fence Diagram B
All allowable fencing to be installed per diagrams below. Only designated fence types are to be
installed within designated areas. No alterations or substitutions are allowed without approval of
NWXRAC prior to installation.
Typical Fence Layout Diagram B:
Typical Interior Lot (No Open Space, Park, Trail, or Street Frontage)
Front fence line
setback a minimum
of 1/3 the total
depth of lot from
front lot line.
Front fence line
setback a minimum
of 1/3 the total
depth of lot from
front lot line.
Front fence line
setback a minimum
of 1/3 the total
depth of lot from
front lot line.
Front fence line
setback a minimum
of 1/3 the total
depth of lot from
front lot line.
Fences parallel to front
lot line shall align with
adjoining property
Fences parallel to front
lot line shall align with
adjoining property
Side Yard Fence Style D or C
Side Yard Fence Style D or C
Side Yard Fence Style D or C
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Lot Layout Fence Diagram C
All allowable fencing to be installed per diagrams below. Only designated fence types are to be
installed within designated areas. No alterations or substitutions are allowed without approval of
NWXRAC prior to installation.
Typical Fence Layout Diagram C:
Typical Lot w/Rear Lot Line Street Frontage to Aerial Street
Front fence line
setback a minimum of
1/3 the total depth of
lot from front lot line.
Front fence line
setback a minimum
of 1/3 the total
depth of lot from
front lot line.
Fence Style D or C
Fence Style D or C
Fence Style D or C Fences parallel to front lot line shall align with adjoining property Fence Style B Required
a min. distance of 5’ along the side
lot line at intersection with rear lot
line Street Frontage fence Front Lot Line Designated Arterial Street Frontage Fence Fence Style B Fence Style B
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Fence Style D or C Fence Style D or C
Alleyway Fence Setback
• All lots with back lot line adjacent to alleyway must maintain a six (6) ft fence setback from edge of
alleyway.
• The six (6) ft alley buffer zone must contain a mixed shrub planting bed with aggregate mulch
cover.
Dog Kennels
• In general, kennels are discouraged in favor of the “invisible fence” system.
• A kennel shall not exceed 200 square feet.
• Kennels or dog runs must be placed within the area allowable for side or rear yard fencing.
• Kennels shall be integrated into the dwelling (attached) to avoid isolation and to provide as much
aesthetic appeal as possible.
• Kennels shall not be higher than six (6’) feet in height and must be built using the same building
materials as Privacy Screening. Black or dark bronze chain link kennels may be allowed if they
are screened in a manner approved by the NWRAC.
• All kennel and dog run designs and locations must be submitted for review and approval by
NWXRAC prior to installation.
Utility Screening
Screening and buffering shall be used to mitigate conflicts between dissimilar land uses
and to visually disguise unsightly elements as viewed from both within and outside of the
site boundaries. All mechanical equipment (including air conditioner condensers, power
transformers, tv/phone boxes, etc.) must be screened through landscaping or architectural
means.
6 ft Planting Zone 6 ft Planting Zone
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Privacy Screening
• Privacy screens will be allowed but must be constructed of wood siding, brick, or stone, and
they shall be an integrated part of the main building.
• Privacy screening shall not extend into more than 1/3 of the required setback on the front or
side, nor more than 1/3 of the setback on the rear elevation, nor be more than 1/3 the width of
the structure on the front (street) or rear elevation, nor 2/3 the length on the side elevations.
The height of the screen shall not exceed 5’.
• Plans for privacy screening must be submitted and approved by the NWXRAC.
Grading and Drainage
• Positive drainage, of a minimum 2% slope away from any structure for a ten (10) foot radius
must be maintained for all structures within the development.
• Finished grade is to be known and established prior to the installation of any hardscape
elements such as: sidewalks, driveways, walkways, patio, and walls.
• The use of retaining walls will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must be approved by
the NWXRAC prior to installation. A retaining structure will only be approved if it’s use is
deemed necessary to achieve the desired grade in order to maintain positive drainage.
Yard Art
Yard art is not permitted in any front yard area. The use of yard art in the back yard of a
residence will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must be approved by NWXRAC
prior to installation.
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APPENDIX: A
NORTHWEST CROSSING CHECKLIST
PRE-APPLICATION AND FINAL DESIGN REVIEW SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST
Pre- Application Requirements
1. Administrative Requirements
Receipt of Northwest Crossing Design Regulations and Guidelines
Pre-Application Design Review Submittal Checklist completed and signed
Pre-Application Plan Review Fee ($300.00) – Made payable to Northwest Crossing
Residential Owners Association, Inc.
Digital set of application materials in PDF format including drawings (site plan, floor
plan, building elevations)
2. Site Plan Requirements
Property Legal Description
Scale and North arrow – Scale to be 1/8” =1’-0” or similar engineering scale
Setbacks clearly identified
Lot identification clearly indicated
Easements clearly identified
Road names clearly labeled
Drive surfaces clearly identified
Surface drainage patterns clearly identified
Site section illustrating existing grading and
proposed grading with building location(s) indicated
3. Plan Requirements
Scale and North arrow – Scale to be 1/4” =1’-0” or similar
Building square footage per level, per structure and total square footage identified
Required setbacks for garage doors identified
Location of exterior patios, drives, walkways identified
4. Exterior Building Design Requirements
Allowable and actual building heights clearly identified
Existing and proposed grade line shown
Building elevations (all sides shown) – scale to be 1/4”=1’-0” or similar
Exterior building materials identified (Color rendering recommended
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Final Design Review Submittal Checklist
1. All information is required in Pre-Application Requirements
2. Administrative Requirements
Design Review Submittal Checklist completed and signed
Plan Review Fee ($600.00) – Made payable to Northwest Crossing Residential Owners
Association, Inc.
Digital copy of submittal in pdf format
Written responses to any and all Pre-Application Comments
Variance Fee ($350 per) if needed
3. Site Plan Requirements
Property Legal Description
Scale and North arrow – Scale to be 1/8” =1’-0” or similar engineering scale
Setbacks clearly identified
Lot identification clearly indicated
Easements clearly identified
Road names clearly labeled
Drive and hardscape surfaces clearly identified
Site plantings list and location on the site plan. Include vegetative and mineral (boulder)
locations
Location of utility meters and utility service lines
Surface drainage patterns clearly identified
Site section illustrating existing grading and proposed grading with building location(s)
indicated
4. Plan Requirements
Scale and North arrow – Scale to be 1/4” =1’-0” or similar
Building square footage per level, per structure and total square footage identified
Required setbacks for garage doors identified
Location of exterior patios, drives, walkways identified
Roof plan w/ materials indicated – Scale to be 1/4” =1’-0” or similar
5. Exterior Building Design Requirements
Allowable and actual building heights clearly identified
Existing and proposed grade line shown
All building materials and colors clearly labeled and identified
Exterior lighting fixtures and associated cut sheets identified
Building elevations (all sides shown) – Scale to be 1/4” =1’-0” or similar
6. Additional Information
Physical material samples for all exterior building materials (photographic representation
may be accepted pending Design Review decision)
Color renderings of all building elevations
All incomplete submittals will be returned without comment resulting in additional plan review fees.
I, ____________________________, ascertain that all information has been filled out and submitted per
Northwest Crossing Design Regulations and Guidelines.
Signed ______________________
Date ________________
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APPENDIX: B
Perennial Planting List
Achillea hybrid Yarrow ‘Moonshine’, ‘Paprika’, ‘Terra Cotta’
Amemone Patens Pasque Flower
Antennaria microphyllla Pussytoes, Rosy
Alchemilla mollis Lady Mantle
Ajuga Bugleweed
Aster dumosus Woods Aster
Aster Hybrids Fall Aster ‘Professor Kippenburg’ ‘Tiny Theo’
Brunneria macrophylla Brunneria ‘Jack Frost’
Creastrium tomentosum Snow in Summer
Clematis hirsutissima Clematis
Echinacea purpurea Coneflower Var.
Galium odoratum Sweet Woodruff
Geranium cantabrigiense Geranium Var.
Geranium Hybrids Geranium
Heliopsis helianthoides Sun flower
Hemerocallus sp. Daylily Var.
Heuchera Corqal Bells Var.
Iris sp. Iris Var.
Lamium maculatum Lamium
Nepeta faassenii Catmint
Origanum hybrid Oregano Ornamental
Penstemon var. Penstemon
Perkobskia atriplicifolia Russian Sage
Rudbeckia fulgida Black Eyed Susan
Salvia nemerosa Salvia
Scabiosa caucasica Pin Cushion Flower
Saponaria var. Soapwort
Sedum var. Sedum
Solidago canadensis Goldenrod ‘Golden Baby’ ‘Baby Gold’
Stachys monieri Betony ‘Hummelo’
Thymus var. Thyme Creeping
Veronica spicata Veronica, Speedwell
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APPENDIX: C
Ornamental Grasses Planting List
Calamagrostis x acutiflora Feather Reedgrass 'Karl Foester', 'Avalanche', El Durato',
Festuca glauca Fescus, Blue
Helictotrichon
sempervirens
Blue Oat Grass
Miscanthus sinensis Maiden Grass 'Gracillimus'
Molina caerulea subsp
arundinacea
Moor Grass Tall Purple 'Skyracer', 'Transparent'
Panicum virgatum* Switchgrass 'Cheyenne Sky, 'Northwind', 'Shenandoah'
Schizachyrum scoparium* Little Bluestem 'Blaze', 'The Blues'
Sporobolus heterolepsis* Prairie Dropseed
*Montana Native
APPENDIX: D
Evergreen Shrubs Planting List
-- Evergreen Shrubs
Juniperus chinensis Juniper, Chinese 'Mint Julep'
Juniperus communis Juniper Common 'Alpine Carpet', 'Blueberry Delight'
Juniperus horizontalis Juniper, Horizontal 'Blue Chip', 'Hughes', 'Prince of Wales','Blue Rug'
Juniperus sabina Juniper Savin 'Broadmoor', 'Buffalo', 'Calgary Carpet'
Juniperus scopulorum Juniper Rocky Mountain 'Cologreen',' Medora', 'Wichita Blue'
Picea abies Spruce, Dwarf 'Little Gem', 'Birds Nest'
Picea pungens 'Globosa' Spruce, Dwarf Blue Globe
Pinus mugo Pine, Mugo 'Tannenbaum', 'Valley Cushion', 'Slowmound'
Pinus sylvestris Pine, Scotch 'Hillside Creeper'
Taxus x media Yew, Spreading 'Taunton'
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APPENDIX: E
Deciduous Shrubs Planting List
Acer ginnala Maple, Amur 'Emerald Elf '
Alnus tenufolia Thinleaf Alder
Archtostaphylos uva-ursi * Kinnickinnik
Amelanchier alnifolia* Serviceberry
Aronia melanocarpa var. alata Chokeberry, Glossy Black 'Iroquois Beauty'
Artemisa cana* Silver sage
Artemisa tridentata* Big Sagebrush
Berberis repens* Oregon Grape
Berberis thunbergii' Barberry 'Golden, Emerald', 'Burgundy' and 'Jade Carousel',
'Concorde', 'Crimson Pygmy', 'Cabernet '
Caragana var. Peashrub
Chyrosothamnus nauseosus* Rabbitbrush
Cornus var. Dogwood var.
Salix var. Willow var.
Cotoneaster apiculatus Cotoneaster Cranberry
Cotoneaster lucidus Cotoneaster Peking
Diervilla lonicera Honeysuckle, Dwarf Bush
Elaeagnus commutata* Silverberry
Euonymus alatus Burning Bush, Dwarf
Euonymus alatus Burning Bush
Forsythia hybrid Forsythia 'Meadowlark',
Hydrangea arborescens Hydrangea 'Annabelle'
Hydrangea paniculata Hydrangea 'Tardiva'
Lonicera involucrata* Honeysuckle, Twinberry
Lonicera hybrid Honeysuckle, 'Honeyrose'
Philadelphus lewisii Mockorange
Physocarpus opulifolius Ninebark
Potentilla fruiticosa Potentilla
Prunus besseyi Sandcherry var.
Prunus tomentosa Nanking Cherry
Ribes var. var.
Rhus var. Sumac var.
Rosa Hybrids Rose Shrub
Spiraea var. Spirea
Syringa var Lilac var & Hybrids
Viburnum var. Viburnum var.
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APPENDIX: F
Deciduous Tree Planting List
Acer ginnala Maple, Amur ‘Flame’, ‘Embers’
Acer freemanii Maple, Hybrid ‘Sienna Glen’
Acer negundo Maple, Boxelder ‘Sensation’
Acer plantanoides Maple, Norway ‘Emerald Lustre,’ ‘Royal Red’,
‘Helena’ Acer rubrum Maple Red ‘Autumn Spire’, Scarlet Jewel’
Acer saccharum Maple Sugar ‘Green Mountain’
Acer tataricum Maple, Tatarian ‘Hot Wings’
Aesculus glabra Ohio Buckeye
Alnus hirsuta ‘Harbin’ Alder, Manchurian ‘Prairie Horizon’
Ameliancher grandiflora Serviceberry ‘Autumn Brilliance’
Betula papyifera Birch, Paper
Betula platyphylla Birch, Asian White ‘Dakota Pinnacle’
Caragana arborescens ‘Pendula’ Caragana, Weeping
Celtis occidentalis Hackberry
Crataegus amibigua Hawthorn, Russian
Crataegus crus-galli var inermis Hawthorn, Thornless Cockspur
Crataegus laevigata ‘Superba’ Hawthorn ‘Crimson Cloud’
Crataegus x mordenensis Hawthorn ‘Snowbird’, ‘Toba’
Euonymus bungeana Winterberry ‘Prairie Radiance’
Gleditsia triancanthos var inermis Honeylocust ‘Northern Acclaim’, ‘Skyline’, ‘Imperial’
Maackia amurensis Maackia, Amur
Malus sp Crab, Flowering Varieties with small, persistent fruit
and fireblight resistant
Prunus maackii Chokecherry, Amur
Prunus padus var commutata Mayday Tree, Birdcherry
Prunus ussuriensis Pear, Ussarian ‘Mountain Frost’, ‘Prairie Gem’
Prunus virginiana Red Chokecherry ‘Canada Red’
Quercus macrocarpa Oak Bur
Sorbus alnifolia Mountain Ash, Korean
Sorbus decora Mountain Ash, Showy
Sorbus hybrida Mountain Ash, Oakleaf
Syringa pekinensis ‘SunDak’ Lilac, Peking ‘Copper Curls’
Syringa reticulata Lilac, Japanese Tree ‘Ivory Silk’, ‘Snowdance’
Tilia americana Linden, American ‘Boulevard’, ‘Lincoln’, ‘Redmond’
Tilia cordata Linden,Little Leaf ‘Greenspire’
Tilia hybrid Linden, Hybrid ‘Dropmore’
Ulmus americana Elm, American ‘Brandon’
Ulmus davidiana var japonica Elm, American ‘Discovery’
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APPENDIX: G
Evergreen Tree Planting List
-- Evergreen Trees
Juniperus scopulorum Rocky Mountain Juniper
Picea abies Norway Spruce
Picea engelmannii Engelman Spruce
Picea glaca var densata Blackhills Spruce
Picea pungens Colorado Spruce
Pinus aristata Bristlecone Pine
Pinus nigra Austrian Pine
Pinus ponderosa Ponderosa Pine