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4. Landscape Standards CHAPTER CONTENTS INTRODUCTION

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This vision requires a “structure” which the landscape standards will provide. Ultimately, the vision is achieved over time as project after project continues to connect the campus landscape through the use of these common standards.

APPLYING THE STANDARDS Certain standards are appropriate for use across the entire Auburn University campus.

However, other standards will not be appropriate for use in every application. Across the campus, landscape types vary greatly in terms of function, visibility, scale and utilization.

Therefore, the list of landscape standards offers a range of treatments as varied as the landscape itself, but which combine to achieve a unified campus language.

In section 3, the landscape use zone framework is introduced. This framework divides the campus landscape into landscape use zones based on the proposed land use map found in the Comprehensive Campus Master Plan Update 2013. These landscape use zones will also provide the framework by which landscape standards shall be applied across campus - connecting appropriate materiality and aesthetics to each site. The application matrix in Table 4-1 connects each landscape standard with the landscape use zone(s) in which they can be utilized. Landscape standards appropriate for use campus-wide are highlighted in orange. As part of any future project on campus, the design team will utilize the design review checklist (see appendix 1) to verify that the appropriate standards have been assigned to their site.

Following the matrix, is detailed information for each landscape standard. Standards which apply to the campus as a whole are marked with the label.

Key Minimum Standard Allowed with Review Prohibited

Leased to Third Parties / Cultural / Public

Surface Parking & Roadways

Natural Resource Management Area, Water, 100-Year Floodplain

Park

Field Labs

Athletic (Game-Day and Fields), Recreation

Service

Fraternity

Academic, Housing, Research, Athletics (Buildings), and Health Science Sector

“The Vision for the Auburn University landscape is to provide a structure which will shape a beautiful, memorable and enduring pedestrian oriented campus while reintegrating cultural and natural systems through constructed urban ecologies and restored and revitalized ecosystems.”

CAMPUS LANDSCAPE ZONE:

The Campus Landscape Master Plan identifies a series of standards which shall be utilized on all future construction and renovation work which takes place across the Auburn University campus. These guidelines in practice will promote a unified campus language that reinforces the landscape vision for Auburn University as defined in section 3:

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LANDSCAPE STANDARDS: Tree Preservation Heritage Trees Preferred Species List Prohibited Species List Stormwater BMP Permeable Paving Bio-retention Enhanced Grass Swales Infiltration Trenches / Dry Wells Regional Detention / Dry Detention Subsurface Detention Site Walls Type A - Brick with Granite Cap Type B - Brick with Precast Cap Type C - Brick with Brick Cap Type D - Concrete Wall Paving Type A - Special Paving Type B - Decorative Brick Patterns Type C - Concourses - Concrete with Brick Bands Type D - Concrete with Brick Bands Type E - Concrete Paving Stairs Special - Granite Standard - Concrete C.I.P. Crossings Type A - Raised Crossing Type B - Paved Crossing Type C - Standard Crossing Detectable Warning Strips Decorative Tree Grates Curbing - Concrete 6" Ht. and 18" Gutter Lighting Type A - Street / Parking Lot Type B - Pedestrian Scale Type C - Lighted Bollard Type D - Recessed Stair Lighting Emergency Call Box

Table 4-1. The Landscape Application Matrix guides which landscape zones are appropriate for each landscape standard.

SURFACE PARKING AND ROADWAY STANDARDS At the end of this section, you will find guidance which applies uniquely to the surface parking and streetscape landscape zone. This landscape zone, while it requires the application of many of the landscape standards as shown in Table 4-1, requires an additional set of rules which are specific to parking lot and streetscape settings. This section of guidance will inform parking lot design, streetscape design standards, bicycle network decisions and gateway locations.

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Leased to Third Parties / Cultural / Public

Surface Parking & Roadways

Natural Resource Management Area, Water, 100-Year Floodplain

Park

Field Labs

Athletic (Game-Day and Fields), Recreation

Service

Fraternity

Academic, Housing, Research, Athletics (Buildings), and Health Science Sector

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CAMPUS LANDSCAPE ZONE: LANDSCAPE STANDARDS: T Furniture P ti Site Benches Type A - Standard Victor Stanley with Bronzed Finish Type B - Backless Victor Stanley with Bronzed Finish Type C - Specialty Victor Stanley with Grey Finish Picnic Table - Backless Victor Stanley with Bronzed Finish Table Ensemble - Center Post Victor Stanley with Bronzed Finish Non-Fixed Seating - Land Forms with Metallic Bronze Litter Receptacles - Victor Stanely with Bronze Finish and Tavern Corner Green Finish Hot Coal Bin - High Temp Enamel Paint Finish Bicycle Storage Bike Shelter - Covered with Architecture to Match Adjacent Buildings Rack - Single or Double-Sided per Required Spaces.

Fencing / Barriers Ornamental - Guard Rail or Fencing with Square Steel Railing with Bronze Finish Standard - Chain Link Fence with Black Finish Maintenance Area Screening Brick Screen Wall Privacy Slats - Black to Match Chain Link Fence Decorative Bollards - Bronze Finish per Campus Standards Post and Chain - Decorative Ball Top with Bronze Finish Rail - Bronze Finish Transit Stops Type A - Decorative Shelter with Architecture to Match Adjacent Buildings Type B - Standard Shelter Type C - Standard Bench Stop Parking Lots Type A - Campus Core Parking Lots - Smaller & Formal for Close Proximity Access Type B - Efficiency Parking Lots - Larger Expansive for Outside Campus Core Type C - Gravel Parking Lots - Typically on Outskirts of Campus

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A. When it is determined to be dead; or

campus-wide standard TREE PRESERVATION The Auburn University Tree Preservation Policy, as adopted March 26, 1990 and reaffirmed June 19, 2009, shall be followed during all maintenance and construction activities. The policy reads as follows:

B. When it is determined to be diseased beyond preservation, as evidenced by the lack of healthy, living foliage during the normal growing season; or

“Auburn Univesity recognizes that trees located on its campuses are valuable natural resources. Trees are important for the protection of the environment, for the maintenace of the quality of life, and for added appearance of the campuses.

Because of Auburn’s land-grant traditions and expertise in the fields of forestry and agriculture, it is essential that the University exert leadership by example in its efforts to preserve and renew these assets.

The Board of Trustees shall direct the development and adoption of a master landscaping plan for each campus which shall show the location, species, and size of existing trees and of new trees to be planted. The Board further directs the establishment of a budget and the solicitation of gifts and memorials to fund this policy.

Since the trees are a living and growing resource that appreciate over a long growth process and which have an indeterminate life span, Auburn University does hereby establish these tenets for their protection, preservation and renewal: I. Trees will be maintained, preserved and protected at all times; II. Trees will be considered for removal under certain circumstances here inafter set out; III. Trees may be removed only after following the procedures hereinafter established; and IV. Trees that are removed shall be replaced where feasible.

I. Trees will be maintained, preserved and protected A. Every effort shall be made to maintain, preserve, and protect trees and to keep them pruned, stabilized, and free from damages from the elements and disease.

C. When its location, condition, or deterioration constitutes a safety hazard; or D. When its location affects the preservation and maintenance of adjacent buildings and unduly contributes to the deterioration of the building; or E. When the tree is damaged from the elements or disease to the extent that its appearance is unduly affected; or F. When its location is determined to be an obstruction and a hazard to utility lines; G. When its location interferes with the construction of facilities and their site development; or H. For any other appropriate reason.

I. The identification of the tree meeting the above circumstances shall be the respossibility of the Superintendent of the Grounds Department at each campus.

III. Tree Removal Procedure A. The Superintendent of the Grounds Department shall submit a written recommendation for the removal of a tree to the Assistant Vice President of Facilities at the Auburn University campus, or to the Director of Physical Plant at Auburn University at Montgomery campus, who shall approve or disapprove the recommendation.

B. The recommendation shall identify the location, species, and reason for removal.

C. The recommendation shall also indicate whether a replacement tree should be planted, giving the location and species, or the reason if the planting of a replacement tree is not recommended.

D. Approved recommendations for removal shall be submitted to a TREE PRESERVATION COMMITTEE for each campus, which shall consist of three (3) persons appointed by the President of Auburn University for the Auburn campus and the Chancellor of Auburn University Montgomery for the Montgomery campus.

B. Every effort shall be made to limit the removal of trees on construction sites for new and expanded buildings, roadsm and utilities.

E. The committee shall conduct timely review of the recommendation for tree removal and replacement and in the interest of time, may conduct a telephone conference call meeting.

C. The University Architect shall work with project architects, engineers and landscape architects to limit tree removal through appropriate site development.

F. Majority approval, in writing, of the Committee is required to permit removal.

D. All construction plans and specifications shall require the identification of the trees to be protected, the construction of protective barriers around protected trees which shall be maintained during the construction, and substantial monetary penalties for the destruction and damage to such protected trees.

E. No trees shall be removed without adherence to the tree removal policy set out herein.

II. A tree may be considered for removal under the following circumstances

Figure 4-1. Trenching (left) completely cuts off entire portions of a trees root sytem. Tunneling (right) reduces the amount of damage to the tree’s root system as compared to trenching

Figure 4-2. Tree Protection Fence Detail w/ Critical Root Zone

G. The President of Auburn University may overrule the recommendation of the committee.

A. When it is necessary to remove a tree, it shall be the policy to plant a replacement tree.

H. It is recognized that there may be exceptions to this Policy, as follows:

B. The loccation and species of the replacement tree shall be consistent with the master landscaping plan for each campus.

1. Emergencies where safety and preservation of facilities require immediate removal.

2. Replacement of newly planted trees which do not survive. Replacement will be made with similar species, size and shape.

3. Reports of removals under these exceptions shall be made to the TREE PRESERVATION COMMITTEE of the appropriate campus.

C. Particular care shall be taken to avoid the planting of trees that would interfere with the Master Campus Plan, futue designated building sites, current and projected utility locations, and projected street developments.”

See Figures 4-1 and 4-2 for typical tree preservation techniques that should be utilized on campus during all maintenance and construction activities.

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campus-wide standard HERITAGE TREES The following guidelines shall be assessed during the determination of whether or not a tree shall qualify for the “Heritage” designation:

Size and/or Habit: Represents exemplary characteristic(s) of the species. Some component of tree size, most frequently trunk diameter, may be used to define a special status tree.

Most commonly, a given diameter at 4.5 ft above grade (i.e., diameter at breast height or DBH) is used as the size standard. Additional rules are typically needed to handle trees that are multi-trunked or branch below 4.5 ft. Because the relationships between DBH and canopy spread or DBH and tree age vary by species, different tree diameter standards may be applied to different species. Although a tree diameter standard is fairly objective, the threshold diameter is often set more or less arbitrarily. Other components of tree size, such as maximum canopy spread or height, may also be considered independently or in conjunction with tree diameter. The National Register of Big Trees, maintained by American Forests, uses a point system to rate tree size. Points for each tree are calculated by summing trunk circumference (at 4.5 ft) in inches, tree height in feet, and one-quarter of the average crown spread in feet. This system is used to determine “champion” trees for each species. Some ordinances expressly confer special tree status on state or national champion trees. More local “champion” trees could be defined using the same methods.

Species: Special status may be conferred only to certain species of trees. Special status trees are often, but not always, important local, native species or trees that are associated with the character of a community. Certain species that are relatively rare or unique in an area, whether native or not, may also be granted special status. In some cases, species is used to specifically exempt certain trees from special status regardless of size. For instance, weedy or invasive species may be excluded from consideration as special status trees.

Figure 4-3. Large Deodar Cedar adjacent to Mary Martin Hall

Figure 4-4. This Sugar Hackberry adjacent to the Roosevelt Deck is the largest of it’s species on campus

Age: Especially old trees are a link to the past, so many definitions of special status trees include age as a criterion. In practice, tree age is fairly difficult to determine in standing trees unless documentation of tree age exists from historical accounts, photographs, or associations with historical structures. Tree age is sometimes inferred from tree size, especially DBH. However, the relationship between age and DBH varies with species, site quality, management history, and other factors, so DBH is usually only a crude estimator of tree age.

Historical value: A tree may be associated with a notable local or regional historical event, person, structure, or landscape, or part of a planting group and/or plan with documented historical significance, etc. Almost every large, mature tree has some historical significance, whether it is recognized or not. Determining whether the historical significance of a given tree is sufficiently notable is therefore a subjective matter. Historic tree status is typically granted by a governing (e.g., city council) or advisory body (e.g., tree commission). Some ordinances automatically confer historic status on trees designated as historical landmarks by certain other organizations (e.g., historical societies). For instance, figure 4-5 shows the Founder’s Oak at the Arboretum which was recognized by the Alabama Historical Society in 2003. In addition, ordinances may assign special status to trees dedicated or planted as public memorials.

Figure 4-5. The Founder’s Oak at the Arboretum was recognized by the Alabama Historical Society in 2003

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Figure 4-6. The Graves Amphitheater is home to the largest grove of mature loblolly pines on campus

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Ecological Value: All trees serve a variety of ecological functions. Certain trees or groups of trees may have especially high ecological value because of their location, size, species, and/or condition. For example, a given tree may be an important roosting or nesting site, or food source for certain wildlife species; it may be situated in a location where it plays a critical role in stabilizing soil or providing shade needed by other plant or animal species; it may be an important genetic resource for a local tree population or the species as a whole. Input from trained biologists and ecologists may be necessary to document particular ecological values that may not be obvious to the general public.

Cultural Value: the significance of an individual to the Auburn University Campus; traditional values and historic events are important in defining the criteria; may be defined by location/setting, such as an irreplaceable contribution to a significant view or spatial structure of a setting. In example, a heritage loblolly pine in front of Swingle Hall; signifigant as a representative of the original trees that made up the landscape where the Auburn campus now resides.

Aesthetics: Since beauty is in the eye of the beholder, assigning special status on the basis of aesthetics is always highly subjective. A tree may have special aesthetic value due to its form, whether it is especially perfect and symmetrical or notably craggy and idiosyncratic. Also, the function that a tree serves in a landscape may be sufficient to justify special status; for example, a landmark pair of trees that frame an entrance. In the absence of other noteworthy characteristics, it may be contentious to base special status upon aesthetics alone.

Other Unique Characteristics: This term may be added to the list of criteria used to designate special status trees because it is difficult to anticipate all possible situations of significance. This criterion will again be subjective and typically may be invoked through the approval of the governing body.

The AU Tree Preservation Committee will govern the process of Heritage Tree Selection.

Potential candidates will be subject to evaluation based on the aforementioned criterion.

This process should take place on an annual basis.Potential candidates will be subject to evaluation based on the aforementioned criterion. This process should take place on an annual basis.

HERITAGE TREES LIST The following trees have been identifed as qualified for the initial Heritage Tree designation: HERITAGE TREE #

Botanical

Common Name

Size

Location

Features / Remarks

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Quercus alba

White Oak

50" DBH, 80' HT

President's Grounds at Mell Street

Best representative of species on campus, focal point for grounds, open form and growth habit

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Quercus lyrata

Post Oak

47" DBH, 90' HT

Arboretum

Founder's Oak, 163 year old, recognized by Alabama Historical Association in 2003

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Pinus taeda

Loblolly Pine

36" DBH, 70' HT

Swingle Hall, south side

Open grown, representative of original trees on campus, dominant tree in location

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Pinus taeda

Loblolly Pine

>50" DBH,

M. White-Smith Hall, west side

Largest of species on campus, open grown, representative of original trees on campus

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Celtis laevigata

Sugar Hackberry

47" DBH

Roosevelt Parking Deck, west side

Largest of species on campus,unique to campus and area

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Cedrus libani

Cedar of Lebanon

29" DBH

Mary Martin Hall, southwest side

Very unique, only mature specimen on campus

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Cedrus deodara

Deodar Cedar

40" DBH

Samford Hall, south side

Nicest specimen on campus, characteristic form and growth habit

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Quercus pagoda

Cherrybark Oak

61" DBH

Roosevelt and College St intersection, northwest corner

Nicest specimen on campus, characteristic form and growth habit

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Quercus alba

White Oak

31" DBH

Old Dunstan Hall site, west

Great Health, characteristic form and growth habit

10

Quercus lyrata

Overcup Oak

42" DBH

Cary Hall, southwest

Large important specimen, characteristic form and growth habit

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Quercus lyrata

Overcup Oak

36" DBH

Cary Hall, southeast

Large important specimen, characteristic form and growth habit

HERITAGE COLLECTIONS #

Species Make-up

Quantity of Trees

Size Range

Location

Features / Remarks

1

Post Oaks and Pignut Hickories

Approximately 12-15

17-40� DBH, 55-85’ HT

President's Grounds

Old Growth specimens representative of the area

2

Mix of Longleaf Pines and Hardwoods

Many

Large, Mature

Forestry & Wildlife Sciences, east across Duncan Drive

Old-growth stand, many in excess of 100 years old

3

Old Growth forest

Many

~5 acres, Large, Mature

Forestry & Wildlife Sciences, west

Pre-settlement vegetation, some >200 years old, last remainingnatural stand on campus

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Loblolly Pine

>50

Many >30" DBH, >100' HT

Graves Amphitheater

Largest grove of mature loblolly pines on campus, within the campus core, focal point

5

Overcup, Swamp Chestnut, White Oaks

>10

Large, Mature

Donahue Drive - Samford Avenue to Stadium

Tiger Walk grove, representative of Auburn spirit, located in campus core

Table 4-2. Identified Heritage Trees on campus

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HERITAGE TREE & HERITAGE COLLECTION LOCATIONS

H9 H7 H10 H6

H11

H8 H5

HC4 HC5 H3

H4 HC1 H1 H2

HC3 HC2

LEGEND Heritage Tree

0

800

Heritage Collection

Figure 4-7. The Heritage Tree designation will be used to identify the most valuable tree specimens on campus. Detailed information for each Heritage Tree and Heritage Collection is provided in Table 4-2.

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PLANTING STANDARDS To encourage a balance between campus landscape aesthetics, functionality and ecological contribution, a preferred species list has been developed. Future projects should utilize the list as needed to ensure both site specific and overall campus landscape goals are met.

In line with campus goals of returning to a more sustainable campus landscape, a shift towards native plantings should be adopted. Native plantings, when utilized appropriately, are better adapted to various existing site conditions. Thus, they require less maintenance, watering, pesticides and fertilizers.

To further guide plant material selection, the campus has been subdivided into four general landscape planting categories. Each of these planting categories has it’s own unique style and should utilize a unified material language. By consistently coupling the proper plant materials with appropriate planting arrangements, the aesthetic and performance of each landscape planting category will be reinforced. The four landscape planting categories are:

The Natural Landscapes

The Formal Landscapes

Much of Auburn University campus’s remaining native landscapes lie within stream corridors, flood plains and steep slopes - environment’s which can inhibit development.

Fortunately, these landscape areas make up a substantial portion of todays campus and provide a framework on which to build more preservation lands in the future.

These manicured landscape areas are typically organized to compliment the architectural stylings of adjacent facilities. They typically occur in the denser, more urbanized sectors of campus and provide a structure to the landscape. These spaces can range from simple expanses of lawn - serving as multi-functional play / gathering spaces - to beautiful, colorful accents which highlight important nodes to campus visitors.

Future capital projects should always minimize disturbance to the natural landscapes which remain. Special precaution should be taken to protect native edges. In addition, future projects should include a restorative component - allowing for the reintroduction of natural landscapes which connect to the existing framework.

Natural landscapes should attempt to mimic natural patterns with species selection and plant material arrangements. Formal lines, monoculture and other manicured landscape characteristics should never exists within the natural landscape areas. Instead, designers should provide for biodiversity, informal arrangements and micro-climate appropriate species selection.

The Natural Landscapes The Informal Landscapes The Formal Landscapes The Agricultural / Field Lab Landscapes

Parkerson Mill Creek corridor is a prime example of a natural landscape. Projects in and adjacent to this natural corridor should utilize native species to restore performance to this area.

The Informal Landscapes Much of the Auburn University Campus is made up of interstitial landscapes which act as a transition between the natural landscapes and the formal landscapes. These spaces should lean heavily towards the style and aesthetic of the natural landscape in order to increase sustainable and performative landscapes in-line with the campus landscape vision.

These connective landscapes should utilize informal planting design made up of mostly native plant materials. These landscapes should also arrange plant materials to compliment the multi-modal network it supports. As these landscapes approach the more formalized landscapes of the urban core, they can begin to transition in form and material as needed to support the surrounding environment appropriately. In general; however, manicured landscape treatments should be held to a minimum within this landscape category.

These landscapes will include higher maintenance plant material, however their use should be minimized as is essential. Formal planting arrangements including tree allees, evergreen hedge rows and seasonal color beds should be limited to use within this planting category.

Examples of the Formal planting category landscape includes Samford Park and Ross Square.

The Agricultural / Field Lab Landscapes This planting category represents the functional landscapes which support the education and research goals of the University. Its importance dates back to the Land Grant Heritage of Auburn University. These landscapes are typically found beyond the campus core as they tend to include large expanses of forest, meadows and / or agricultural plots.

Each field lab and / or agricultural landscape is uniquely tied to the purpose it serves for it’s user base. Therefore, planting design within this category shall be chosen first and foremost with utility in mind. However, as with any future development on campus, consideration shall be given towards more sustainable landscape techniques when possible. Water sensitive irrigation, harvested storm water re-use, composting and landscape material recycling should all be considered as potential maintenance and operations practices.

Example landscapes representative of this planting category include Old Rotation and Ag Heritage.

campus-wide standard PREFERRED SPECIES LIST The following list of plant materials has been compiled to inform future project planting designs on the Auburn University campus. This list will provide enough diversity to encompass the needs of the wide variety of site conditions across campus. Whether a project is in a more naturalistic setting or a formal one, this list can be utilized to inform planting design across all of the fore-mentioned planting categories.

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Tree species which should be planted in moist conditions only.

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Acceptable for use as a street tree along one of the primary, secondary or tertiary corridors. See roadway standards for more information.

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Acceptable for use adjacent to overhead powerlines. See utility standards for more information.

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Acceptable screening plant for use around above-ground utility appurtences. See utility standrds for more information

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TREES Canopy Trees - Deciduous

Canopy Trees - Evergreen

Botanical Name Acer floridanum Acer rubrum1 Acer x freemanii Acer leucoderme Betula nigra1 Carpinus betulus/caroliniana Cladrastis kentukea Fagus grandifolia Fraxinus pennsylvanica (fruitless only)2 Ginkgo biloba (male only)2 Liriodendron tulipifera1 Metasequoia glyptostroboides1, 2 Nyssa sylvatica1, 2 Ostrya arboreum Oxydendrum arboreum2 Quercus alba2 Quercus bicolor1, 2 Quercus coccinea2 Quercus falcata2 Quercus lyrata2 Quercus macrocarpa2 Quercus nuttallii2 Quercus phellos2 Quercus prinus2 Quercus shumardii2 Quercus stellata2 Quercus virginiana2 Taxodium ascendens1 Taxodium distichum1 Ulmus americana2

Common Name Florida Maple Red maple Freeman Maple Chalk Maple River Birch European/American Hornbeam Yellowwood American Beech Green Ash Ginkgo Tulip Poplar Dawn Redwood Black Gum Eastern Hophornbeam Sourwood White Oak Swamp White Oak Scarlet Oak Southern Red Oak Overcup Oak Bur Oak Nuttall Oak Willow Oak Chestnut Oak Shumard Oak Post Oak Live Oak Pond Cypress Bald Cypress American Elm

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Botanical Name Cedrus atlanticus Cedrus deodora Chamaecyparis thyoides cvs.

Crytomeria japonica Cupressus arizonica Quercus glauca Quercus hemisphaerica Quercus laurifolia Magnolia grandiflora Pinus palustris Pinus taeda Pinus virginiana Thuja ‘Green Giant’ Tsuga canadensis

Common Name Atlas Cedar Deodar Cedar Atlantic White Cedar Japanese Cryptomeria Arizona Cypress Blue Japanese Oak Laurel Oak Swamp Laurel Oak Southern Magnolia Longleaf Pine Loblolly Pine Virginia Pine Green Giant Arborvitae Canadian Hemlock

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Moist conditions only Where contained only 3 Not adjacent to plants that may be overgrown by this plant or where excess maintenance may be required to contain 2

Figure 4-10

Figure 4-11

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SHRUBS Evergreen

Understory Trees Botanical Name Acer barbatum Acer buergerianum3 Acer palmatum Cercis canadensis/chinensis3 Chionanthus virginicus Chionanthus retusus Cornus florida3 Cornus kousa3 Cotinus obovatus3 Halesia carolina & other spp.

Ilex x attenuata cvs.

Ilex decidua Ilex latifolia Ilex opaca Ilex ‘Nellie R. Stevens’3 Ilex vomitoria3 Juniperus virginiana Lagerstroemia indica/fauriei3 Loropetalum chinense (tree-form) Magnolia xsoulangiana Magnolia virginiana Ostrya virginiana Prunus campanulata Prunus mume Prunus ‘Okame’3 Prunus subhirtella Prunus serrulata cvs.

Prunus x yedoensis Styrax japonicus Vitex agnus-castus

Common Name Florida Maple Trident Maple Japanese Maple Eastern/Chinese Redbud White Fringetree Chinese Fringetree Dogwood Kousa Dogwood American Smoke Tree Carolina Silverbell Savannah, Foster Holly Possumhaw Lusterleaf Holly American Holly Nellie R. Stevens Holly Yaupon Red Cedar Crapemyrtle Chinese Fringetree Japanese magnolia Sweetbay Magnolia Hop Hornbeam Taiwan Cherry Japanese Apricot Okame Cherry Higan Cherry Japanese Flowering Cherry Yoshino Cherry Japanese Snowbell Chastetree

Figure 4-12

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Botanical Name Abelia x grandiflora Abelia chinensis Abelia ‘Edward Goucher’ Acca sellowiana Agarista populifolia Aucuba japonica Berberis julianae Buxus microphylla japonica Buxus microphylla koreana Camellia japonica/sasanqua Cephalotaxus harringtonia cvs.

Cliftonia monophylla Cyrilla racemiflora Euonymus japonicus Gardenia jasminoides Gardenia radicans Ilex x ‘Nellie R. Stevens’4 Ilex x aquipernyi Ilex x attenuata cvs.4 Ilex glabra4 Ilex latifolia4 Ilex vomitoria & cvs.4 Illicium anisatum Iliicium floridanum Illicium parviflorum4 Juniperus spp. & cvs.

Kalmia latifolia Lorepetalum chinense Michelia figo Morella (Myrica) cerifera Osmanthus x fortunei Osmanthus heterophyllus Pieris japonica Pittosporum tobira Podocarpus macropyllus Prunus caroliniana Punica granatum Rhaphiolepis indica Rhapidophyllum hystix Rhododendron chapmanii Rhododendron eriocarpum Rhododendron x Encore Rhododendron indicum cvs.

Rhododendron obtusum cvs.

Rosa ‘Knockout’ Rosmarinus officinalis Sabal palmetto Ternstroemia gymananthera Yucca filamentosa

Common Name Glossy Abelia Chinese Abelia Edward Goucher Abelia Pineapple Guava Pipestem/Florida Leucothoe Aucuba Wintergreen Barberry Japanese Boxwood Korean Boxwood Japanese/Sasanqua Camellia Japanese Plum Yew Titi Swamp Cyrilla Japanese Euonymus Gardenia Dwarf Gardenia Nellie R. Stevens Holly Brilliant Holly Foster, Savannah Holly Inkberry Holly Lusterleaf Holly Yaupon Japanese Anise-tree Florida Anise Small Anise-tree Juniper Mountain Laurel Chinese Fringe-flower Banana Shrub Waxmyrtle Fortunes Osmanthus/Tea Olive Holly Osmanthus Japanese Pieris Pittosporum Chinese Podocarpus Carolina Cherry-Laurel Pomegranate Indian Hawthorn Needle Palm Chapman Rhododendron Gumpo Azalea Encore Azalea Southern Indian azaleas Kurume azaleas Knockout Rose Rosemary Palmetto/Cabbage Palm Ternstroemia Adam’s Needle Yucca

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VINES / GROUNDCOVERS Deciduous Botanical Name Aesculus parviflora Aesculus pavia Calacanthus floridus Chaenomeles speciosa Clethra alnifolia Cotinus coggygria Forsythia x intermedia Fothergilla gardenii Hydrangea arborescens ‘Annabelle’ Hydrangea macrophylla Hydrangea quercifolia Ilex verticillata Itea virginica Jasminum floridum Jasminum nudiflorum Kerria japonica Kolkwitzia amabilis Magnolia stellata Rhododendron austrinum (and other native spp.)

Spiraea x bumalda Spiraea cantoniensis Spiraea nipponica Spiraea prunifolia Spiraea thunbergii Spiraea x vanhouttei Vaccinium spp.& hybrids Weigela florida

Common Name Bottlebrush Buckeye Red Buckeye Sweetshrub Flowering Quince Summersweet Clethra Common Smoketree Border Forsythia Dwarf Fothergilla Smooth Hydrangea Big Leaf Hydrangea Oakleaf Hydrangea Common Winterberry Virginia Sweetspire Florida Jasmine Winter Jasmine Japanese Kerria Beautybush Star Magnolia Florida Flame Azalea Anthony Waterer spirea Reeves Spirea Japanese Spirea Bridalwreath Spirea Thunberg Spirea Vanhoutte Spirea Blueberry Old fashioned Weigela

Figure 4-14

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Botanical Name Ajuga reptans Aspidistra elatior Ficus pumila Gelsemium sempervirens Juniperus spp.

Lonicera xheckrottii Ophiopogon japonicus Phlox subulata Trachelospermum asiaticum2 Trachelospermum jasminoides Wisteria frutescens

Common Name Bugle Weed Cast-Iron Plant Creeping Fig Carolina Jessamine Juniper Goldflame Honeysuckle Mondograss Moss Pink/Thrift Asiatic Jasmine Confederate Jasmine American Wisteria

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Botanical Name Abelmoschus moschatus Alonoa meridionalis Alternanthera dentata Amaranthus caudatus Amaranthus tricolor Angelonia angustifolia Antirrhinum majus Argyranthemum frutescens Asclepias curassavica Begonia x semperflorens-cultorum Brassica oleracea Caladium x hortulanum Capsicum annuum Catharanthus roseus Celosia argentea cristata/plumosa Cleome hassleriana Cosmos bipinnatus/sulphureus Cuphea hyssopifolia Dianthus barbatus Dianthus chinensis Digitalis purpurea (annual or biennial) Evolvulus glomeratus Gaillardia pulchella Gazania rigens Gomphrena globosa Helianthus annuus Hypoestes phyllostachya Impatiens wallerana Ipomoea batatas Melampodium paludosum

Common Name Abelmoschus Mask Flower Purple Calico Plant Love-lies-bleeding Joseph’s Coat Summer Snapdragon Snapdragon Marguerite Daisy Bloodflower Wax Begonia Ornamental Kale Fancy-leaf Caladium Ornamental Pepper Madagascar Periwinkle Cockscomb Spider Flower Cosmos Mexican heather Sweet William China Pinks Foxglove Blue Daze Blanket Flower Gazania Globe Amaranth Sunflower Polka-dot Plant Impatiens sweet Potato Vine Gold Medallion

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ORNAMENTAL GRASSES / PERENNIALS

ANNUALS CONT.

Botanical Name Mirabilis jalapa (Be aware of seeding potential) Nicotiana alata Pentas lanceolata Petunia x hybrida Plectranthus argentatus Plumbago auriculata Portulaca grandiflora Portulaca spp.

Ricinus communis Rudbeckia hirta ‘Gloriosa Daisy’ Salvia farinacea Salvia splendens Sanvitalia procumbens Scaevola aemula ‘Blue Wonder’ Senecio cineraria Solenostemon scutellariodes Strobilanthus dyerianus Tagetes patula Tithonia rotundifolia Verbena spp. & hybrids Viola Viola x wittrockiana Zinnia elegans Zinnia angustifolia Zinnia angustifolia x Z. elegans

Common Name Four-o’clock Flowering Tobacco Pentas Petunia Silver Spurflower Plumbago Moss rose Purslanes Castor Bean Gloriosa Daisy Blue or Mealy Cup Sage Salvia Mexican Creeping Zinnia Scaevola/Fan Flower Dusty Miller Coleus Persian Shield Marigold Mexican Sunflower Verbena Johnny-Jump-Up Pansy Zinnia Creeping Zinnia Profusion Series Zinnia

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Moist conditions only Where contained only 3 Not adjacent to plants that may be overgrown by this plant or where excess maintenance may be required to contain 2

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Figure 4-17

Botanical Name Achillea spp.

Agapanthus africanus Ajuga reptans Aquilegia x hybrida/canadensis Artemisia spp.

Asclepias tuberosa Aster spp.

Baptisia australis Calamagrostis x acutiflora Canna x generalis Ceratostigma plumbaginoides Chasmanthium latifolium Coreopsis grandiflora / verticillata Delosperma cooperi Dendranthemum x grandiflora Dianthus gratianopolitanus Dicentra exima / spectabile Echinacea purpurea Eupatorium purpureum Gailliardia x grandiflora Gaura lindheimeri Gerbera jamesonii Helleborus orientalis Hemerocallis Helenium autumnale Helianthus tomentosus Heuchera americana/sanquinea Heuchera micrantha Hosta spp.

Iris spp.

Kniphofia uvaria Leucanthemum x superbum Lychnis coronaria Monarda didyma (Invasive in wet soils) Muhlenbergia lindheimeri Pennisetum alopecuroides Peroskia atriplicifolia Phlox paniculata / divaricata / subulata Platycodon grandiflorus Rosmarinus officinalis Rudbeckia hybrids Salvia farinacea / leucantha Santolina spp.

Scabiosa caucasica Sedum spectabile Setcreasea pallida ‘Purple Heart’ Solidago hybrids Stokesia gyanea Tiarella spp.

Verbena canadensis/tenuisecta Veronica spicata

Common Name Achillea Agapanthus Carpet Bugle Columbine Wormwoods Butterfly Weed Aster Baptisia Feather Reed Grass Canna Lily Leadwort Upland Sea Oats Coreopsis / Threadleaf Tickseed Hardy Ice Plant Fall Garden Mum Dianthus Bleeding Heart Purple Coneflower Joe-pye Weed Gaillardia Gaura Gerbera Daisy Lenten Rosa Daylily Common Sneezeweed Hairy Sunflower Coralbells Alumroot Hosta Iris Red Hot Poker Shasta Daisy Rose Campion Beebalm Muhly Grass Fountain Grass Russian sage Garden Phlox / Thrift Balloon Flower Rosemary Rudbeckia/Yellow Coneflower Blue or Mealy Cup Sage / Mexican Bush Sage Santolina/Lavender Cotton Pincushion Flower Sedum Purple Heart Goldenrod Stokes Aster Foamflower Verbena Speedwell

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CANOPY TREES campus-wide standard PROHIBITED SPECIES LIST As opposed to the preferred species list, the prohibited species list is made up of plants which should be excluded from plantings on campus. These species have been determined to be invasive or to have strong potential to become invasive.

Invasive species require special attention around the Auburn campus. Many of the invasive species that have made their way to the Auburn area have done so due to their ability to spread effortlessly. Over time this characteristic; however, has caused these same species to become destructive to the very ecosystems we rely on. Invasive species compete for and often dominate native species for resources necessary for survival including light, soil nutrients and water. This ultimately causes a reduction in the biodiversity of our ecosystems and decreases functionality. Thus, in no case shall any species known to be invasive or approaching invasiveness be utilized on campus.

This Prohibited Species List should not be considered exhaustive of all plants recognized for invasive properties in the Auburn area. For a comprehensive list of plants invasive to the area, refer to the Alabama Invasive Plant Council website at http://www.se-eppc. org/alabama List Identifiers (Rankings refer to designations of the Alabama Invasive Plant Council) 1 - extensive and dense infestations in AL 2 - scattered and localized infestations in AL Watch list – recently appearing in AL as free living populations or invasive in adjacent states and cultivated in AL Plant of concern – species being assessed by ALIPC due to reports of escaped populations within the state and species is known to be invasive in other areas of the country

Botanical Name Ailanthus altissima Albizia julibrissin Firmiana simplex Koelreuteria paniculata Melia azedarach Paulownia tomentosa Pistachia chinensis Pyrus calleryana Quercus acutissima Triadica sebifera* Vernicia fordii

Common Name tree-of-heaven - 2 mimosa - 1 Chinese parasoltree - 2 golden raintree – plant of concern Chinaberry - 2 princesstree - 2 Chinese pistache – plant of concern Bradford Pear - 2 sawtooth oak –watch list Chinese talllow tree or popcorn tree* - 1 tungoil tree - 2

SHRUBS Evergreen Botanical Name Callicarpa japonica Callicarpa dichotoma Elaeagnus spp. (and hybrids) Ilex cornuta Ilex crenata Ligustrum japonicum/ L. lucidum Lonicera fragrantissima Mahonia bealei Nandina domestica

Bold print has been used to designate species that should definitely not be planted.

Deciduous

These species should not only be prohibited from planting, but existing species on campus should be removed as feasible.

Botanical Name Berberis thunbergii Euonymus alatus Lantana camara

Common Name Japanese Beautyberry - watch list Purple Beautyberry – watch list Thorny and Autumn olive - 2 Chinese Holly – plant of concern Japanese Holly – plant of concern Japanese and Glossy Privets - 2 Winter Honeysuckle – watch list Leatherleaf Mahonia - 2 Nandina - 2

Common Name Japanese Barberry - watch list Burning Bush – plant of concern Lantana - 2

VINES / GROUNDCOVERS Botanical Name Akebia quinata Hedera helix Liriope muscari / spicata Vinca major / minor

Common Name Chocolate Vine – plant of concern English ivy - 1 Lilyturf - plant of concern Periwinkles - 2

ORNAMENTAL GRASSES / PERENNIALS Botanical Name Colocasia esculenta Cortaderia sellowiana Miscanthus spp.

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Common Name Elephant’s Ear – 2 Pampas Grass - 2 Miscanthus – watch list

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TURFGRASS The Auburn Campus utilizes vast expanses of turfgrass for open space, recreational opportunity and gathering areas. Turfgrass is a great resource to the campus, but requires much higher maintenance than less manicured, natural landscapes. In general, the campus should seek to reduce the amount of highly manicured turfgrass areas - moving toward the use of more-natural meadows when appropriate.

All lawn areas within the campus core which receive high user activity and visibility, such as in figure 4-18, shall be sodded with either Tifway 419 Bermuda grass or Emerald Zoysia grass. Species selection shall be based on site specific requirements. Tifway 419 Bermuda Turfgrass is best in full sun and is extremely durable. It grows back quickly when disturbed. Emerald Zoysia turfgrass is best specified on sites where durability is not an issue as it is slow to recover when disturbed. It has a better tolerance for shade than bermuda.

MULCH All Campus landscape planting bed areas shall receive sufficient mulch covering as defined below. Mulch treatment offers many important benefits which assist in the health of the adjacent plant material. These benefits can include pest control, moisture retention, erosion and sediment control, weed control and soil nutrient retention.

Still the aesthetic value of a well mulched landscape can not be understated. The various types of mulch materials utilized on campus shall be organized based on their surroundings. If applied properly, they can contribute to defining the character of the spaces they inhabit. Three types of mulch have been defined for consistent use across campus: pine bark mulch (figure 4-20), pine straw mulch (figure 4-21) and recycled or composted mulch (figure 4-22). The other various types of mulch currently found on campus, but not listed here (i.e. - crushed brick) should be phased out moving forward as feasible.

Mulch shall be maintained on a seasonal basis as to ensure consistent coverage throughout all beds. Minimum depths shall be installed and maintained as follows:

MEADOWS Areas which do not warrant a highly manicured lawn system should utilize native grasses and wildflowers, see figure 4-19, for a more natural meadow feel. These landscapes offer a more sustainable option as they require little to no regular maintenance, offer increased biodiversity and better manage stormwater runoff. For areas which only receive use during limited seasons of activity, meadows can be mowed to functional heights as needed. For example, AG Heritage Park is used by alumni during football season, but remains underutilized for much of the year. This area should be maintained as a meadow which is then mowed back during the activity season.

Pine Bark Mulch : 3� thickness

Figure 4-20. Primary spaces should receive pine bark mulch as depicted here in the Ginn Engineering Courtyard

Pine Straw Mulch : 3-4� thickness Recycled or Composted Mulch: 3-4� thickness

Type A - Softwood Mulch Installation, maintenance and irrigation standards shall be followed as defined in the Auburn University Facilities Management Design Standards, Section G20 - Site Improvements.

Softwood mulch shall be applied in all primary designated spaces throughout the campus core. Softwood mulch provides a thick, clean coverage and which enhances the edge between planting beds and adjacent turfgrass areas. This sharp look is ideal to achieve a positive campus appearance within heavy traffic areas of the campus core.

Type B - Pine straw Mulch Pine straw mulch shall be utilized as the standard mulch application across the campus.

Pine straw is appropriate in the Alabama landscape due to its high availability. It is also the least expensive of the mulch standards allowing it to cover large expanses most efficiently.

Figure 4-21. Standard Campus planting bed treatment should include pine straw mulch

Type C - Recycled or Composted Mulch The University should strive to reuse mulching materials on campus. General landscape maintenance in the way of mowing grass, raking/blowing leaves and pruning trees produces incredible amounts of landscape waste. This waste should not be hauled off but, rather stockpiled, properly treated and later reused across campus for mulching needs.

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Figure 4-22. The University should strive to incorporate a recycled or composted mulching process across campus

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STORMWATER MANAGEMENT STANDARDS

campus-wide standard

In line with the goals of a more sustainable campus environment, Stormwater Management Practices should become one of the University’s most celebrated landscapes. These practices should form the bridge between the “living” and “constructed” landscapes. By constructing stormwater controls which utilize living processes, the campus can improve the quality of water within the surrounding watersheds, reduce the quantities of water discharging, offer educational opportunities to student’s regarding proper stormwater management and even provide aesthetically pleasing landscapes for enjoyment throughout the campus.

Stormwater management landscapes can be visible, surface treatments or non-visible, sub-surface treatments. Visible stormwater management landscapes offer the most benefit by allowing interaction with campus users. Thus, when possible they should be utilized with precedent over non-visible alternatives. This design guidelines section offers standard material palettes to inform the design of visible campus stormwater management systems.

Figure 4-23. This bioswale utilizes plant physiology to treat and reduce quantity of stormwater runoff

Figure 4-24. Infiltration ditches should utilize a mixture of grey and brown river stones to mimic natural streams indigenous to the central Alabama region

For more information on stormwater management practices, including insight into their construction and maintenance, see Section 5: Post-Construction Stormwater Control Measures and the Auburn University Stormwater Operations and Maintenance Manual. The following best management practices (BMP), highlighted in these documents, should be utilized on campus: VISIBLE ENHANCEMENTS PERMEABLE PAVING BIO-RETENTION ENHANCED GRASS SWALES INFILTRATION TRENCHES AND DRY WELLS REGIONAL DETENTION (WET) AND DRY DETENTION

NON-VISIBLE ENHANCEMENTS SUB-SURFACE DETENTION

Figure 4-25. Regional detention areas can provide a nice ammenity for students and wildlife

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“LIVING” STORMWATER MATERIALS Stormwater Best Management Practices such as bio-swales and rain gardens offer “living” water quantity and quality control. To function at optimal performance, the right vegetation selections must be made. Plant Material selection can become complex as vegetation must be adaptable to periods of drought and inundation. Similarly, inundation levels at various elevations are dependent on many factors including slopes, soil types, percolation rates and the water table. Keep in mind that basic plant material selection factors such as sun exposure and seasonal interest still apply.

As each application requires site specific considerations, the following references shall be consulted prior to the design of “living” Stormwater Management Areas: 1. Alabama Handbook for Erosion Control, Sediment Control and Stormwater Management on Construction Sites and Urban Areas 2. Volume 1 - Developing Plans and Designing Best Management Practices. Alabama Soil and Water Conservation Committee. Montgomery, Alabama.

3. Alabama Low Impact Development Handbook, Alabama Cooperative Extension System. www.aces.edu/lid 4. Residential Rain Garden Handbook, Alabama Cooperative Extension System 5. The Bioretention Manual. Prince George’s County, Maryland 6. Claytor, R. and T. Schuler. 1996. Design of Stormwater Filtering Systems.

Center for Watershed Protection. Ellicott City, MD.

Figure 4-27. This grass swale has the ability to slow and treat the first layer of runoff before it reaches the structure

Figure 4-26. Weir walls can provide energy dissipation to moving water which reduces erosion and allows plant materials time to work their processes. Weir walls should be designed using materials in context with their surroundings.

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Figure 4-28. Seasonal colors and bloom times should be taken into account when selecting plant material for raingardens in order to maximize interest throughout the year.

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“CONSTRUCTED” STORMWATER MATERIALS Stormwater Best Management Practices can also include constructed landscape materials such as pervious paving, infiltration ditches and underground cisterns. When utilized properly, these techniques can effectively manage stormwater runoff by encouraging infiltration and / or collection.

To effectively utilize stormwater BMP’s, the designer must first understand potential stormwater volumes of a given site. This can be based on many factors including average rain amounts, amounts of pervious vs. impervious surfaces, contributing drainage basins, soil types, and more. Proper analysis of a sites hydrology should be performed by a licensed professional civil engineer prior to the design of any Stormwater Management Practices. Once all criteria is known, the designer can decide on the most effective methods to manage stormwater for a given site. Many times it is useful to utilize multiple BMP strategies in an interconnected system.

Site program elements should be supplemented by rather than hindered by stormwater BMP’s. For instance, pervious pavements can replace traditional impervious areas, such as shown in figure 4-30, where pedestrian accessibility is required.

Figure 4-29. Roof downspouts direct stormwater into formalized dry wells

Figure 4-30. Permeable Brick Paver colors should be selected to match campus brick paving standards.

Existing view of brick paving in the concourses.

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Figure 4-31 (before) and 4-32 (after). Underground cisterns are useful alternatives when space is an issue.

Cisterns can store water until needed for uses like irrigation.

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SITE WALLS Across campus, standards should enforce the hierarchy of spaces by utilizing distinct material transitions . Four different types of site walls have been defined to complement the various use hierarchies. Through consistency gained by applying these standards, the overall character of the campus is reinforced.

Figure 4-33. Brick wall with a granite cap

Type A - Brick Wall with Granite Cap In line with the iconic materials palette proposed throughout these standards, the Type A walls should include a granite treatment. Type A walls shall be brick faced CMU walls with a granite cap to match the existing seat walls at Toomer’s Corner as shown in figures 4-33 and 4-34. See Figure 4-35 for the granite cap detail.

Figure 4-34.

Figure 4-35. Brick Wall with Granite cap detail

Type B - Brick Wall with Precast Cap The University has long utilized the standard wall detail of brick facade with a white cap.

There have been many interpretations of this standard and inconsistencies can be seen across campus. In just about every application, a detail variation on the cap has been made including alterations on material, shape and size. After review of the many variations, it is determined that a single standard cap detail should be adopted as pictured in figure 4-36 and detailed in figure 4-37. The cap should be pre-cast concrete with a relatively flat top (sloped to drain) and a beveled edge. This will accommodate use as a seat wall when appropriate. The cap shall be 4” thick x 18” wide x 3’ long.

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Type C - Brick Wall with Brick Cap Secondary walls should be used in lower-traffic areas within the campus core such as secondary pedestrian corridors. In these applications, a standard running bond brick wall with soldier header brick cap can be used. Weep holes shall be provided by the absence of mortar joints in strategic locations as shown in figure 4-38.

Figure 4-38. Type C walls should have a brick soldier header cap

Figure 4-39. Brick wall details - plan and section

Figure 4-40. Type D walls can be utilized for areas of low visibility

Figure 4-41. Concrete wall details - plan and section

Type D - Concrete Wall Tertiary walls should be used in areas where function is the primary need. This will apply to areas outside of the campus core, maintenance areas, or even areas of low-visibility around buildings. In these applications, a standard concrete wall can be acceptable (see figure 4-40) as it provides an economically feasible alternative to brick. Concrete walls should be poured in place and have a beveled edge top. Height and width will be determined on a structural needs basis.

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PAVING Pedestrian corridors can better be interpreted when defined by material typologies. From the Iconic spaces of the campus core to the less traveled extended campus locations, paving materials should associate with their environment. Paving details should be more elaborate and colorful in areas of high interest. Similarly, they should blend in when functionality is all that is required. For all paving types, the following paver materials shall be utilized: Standard Style Information: Model: English Edge Color: Full Range Red Alternate / Fill Color: Buff

Pervious Style Information: Model: StormPave Color: Full Range Red Alternate / Fill Color: Buff

Type A - Special Paving

Manufacturer Information: Pine Hall Brick 2701 Shorefair Drive Winston-Salem, NC 27105 800-334-8689 www.pinehallbrick.com

Type B - Decorative Brick Patterns

Type C - Concourses - Concrete with Brick Bands

Primary paving patterns should be used to highlight important junctions along major corridors. The Concourses typically transition to a primary paving pattern in front of important building entrances, at plaza areas where campus users should gather and at the intersections of pedestrian corridors. The materials should shift in these locations to a grid pattern of light brick against the darker campus standard brick mix. The perimeter of these grids should accentuate the form of the area with bands of soldier course brick.

Examples of primary paving treatments include the entrance to Haley Center and the plaza outside the coffee shop (see figure 4-44).

The standard paving pattern for pathways over 12 feet should be this ocre colored concrete walk with brick banding (as shown in figure 4-46). The triple row of brick accents help to break up the monotony of large expanses of continuous concrete. In addition, the brick bands help guide the pedestrian down the path. Examples of this paving type occurs throughout the concourse areas. Reinforced mortar should be used to secure the edge brick pavers.

Figure 4-44. Primary corridor areas highlighted with light-colored herringbone brick pavers and darker brick bands

Figure 4-46. Brick bands accentuate the edge of the ocre colored concrete pavement and provide rhythm during a stroll

Areas of special interest should be defined as such. These can be at the location where two primary corridors come together, the grand plaza of an important building, or encompass the area surrounding one of campus’ legendary monumental spaces. In the spaces only, the campus should diverge from it’s standard material palette of brick and concrete to accentuate the location. In line with other specialty treatments around campus, including the Carroll Commons (see figure 4-42) and the curbing at Toomer’s corner, the iconic spaces should offer granite. The granite adds a distinguished look that differentiates one among the standard campus palette.

Figure 4-42. Proposed iconic paving should be similar to granite paving at the grand stair entrance to the Carroll Commons

Figure 4-47. Concrete paving with brick band detail plan Figure 4-45. Brick plaza paving detail

Figure 4-48. Concrete paving with brick band detail section Figure 4-43. Section detail for granite paving 47

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Type D - Concrete with Brick Bands

Type E - Concrete Paving

Type F - Asphalt Paving

Throughout the core campus area, most pedestrian corridors should utilize this secondary paving system. In higher visibility areas, an ocre colored concrete should be used. The ocre colored concrete walk with brick banding (as shown in figure 4-49) combines aesthetics, functionality and feasibility. This paving type should be used for walkways 12 feet or less in width. The single row of brick accents help tie the walkways to the surrounding vertical elements in site walls and buildings. The brick row should be held in place with a perimeter concrete edge to keep the bricks from popping off with use.

For much of the extended areas of campus a tertiary paving treatment should be applied.

This paving type should promote functionality and feasibility above all else. A concrete paving treatment with ocre color should be used to run sidewalks to distant perimeters of campus. To add interest to large expanses of concrete, additional scoring can be added which mimics the brick banding utilized for secondary paving (see figure 4-50).

For certain specific areas and applications on campus (such as multiuse trails) an asphalt paving treatment may be employed. This paving type should serve as a practical and affordable alternative paving treatment for non-critical locations on campus. This material may only be used if approved by the University Architect. (see figure 4-53 and 4-54).

Figure 4-49. An ocre colored concrete with brick bands pathway near Toomer’s Corner

Figure 4-50. Tertiary spaces receive additional scoring to mimic the brick banding

Figure 4-53 Asphalt Paving

1' SHOULDER

1' SHOULDER

6' 1" THICK 4.75 MM AGGREGATE SUPERPAVE WEARING COURSE W/ TACK COAT PER GDOT STANDARDS

EXTEND GAB 1' ON BOTH SIDES, TYP.

Figure 4-51. Concrete paving detail plan

4"

2" 1"

2% MAX. CROSS SLOPE

2" THICK 12.50 MM AGGREGATE SUPERPAVE BINDER COURSE W/ BINDER COAT PER GDOT STANDARDS

FINISH GRADE, BACKFILL FLUSH W/ TRAIL, TYP.

4" THICK GAB COMPACTED PER GDOT STANDARDS, TYP. COMPACTED SUBGRADE TO 95% STD. PROCTOR, TYP.

Figure 4-54. Asphalt detail section

Figure 4-52. Concrete paving detail section

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STAIRS The use of stair sets should be minimized to maintain accessibility across the Auburn campus. Situations that warrant the use of stairs can include opportunities to provide a shortcut route between two destinations or an opportunity to create a grand entrance.

Staircases should generally consist of concrete treads, but can be enhanced in many ways based on function and location. For instance, a staircase leading into an adjacent building should offer detailing compatible with the building’s material language. Similarily a staircase within a plaza space should adopt the language of the plaza’s materiality.

Figure 4-53 below shows how brick cheekwalls were used to enhance the surrounding materiality. Material enhancements can come in the form of railings, cheek walls, landing areas and even risers. Designers should work closely with Auburn University Facilities Management to determine proper staircase treatments.

CROSSINGS Type A - Raised Crossing In major pedestrian and vehicular conflict areas, crossings should be geared heavily on the side of the pedestrian. Vehicles should be forced to reduce speed and yield to accommodate pedestrian safety. Primary crossings should accommodate this by utilizing several techniques. First, a raised speed bump. Next, the introduction of a distinct material change signals to the driver that something is ahead and speed should be reduced. Primary crosswalks should consist of brick and concrete. The brick should sit atop the raised crossings and consist of a herringbone pattern with a soldier course around the perimeter. Concrete should fill the slopes of the raised crossing and provide a border for the brick table. See figure 4-55 for a typical raised crossing.

Figure 4-57. Raised crosswalks like this one in front of the forestry building should be used for Primary Crossings

To promote additional gathering space adjacent to buildings or plazas, larger stair steps can be introduced as seen in figure 4-54 below.

Type B - Paved Crossing In secondary crossing areas, the pedestrian again takes precedent. In these crossings; however, the amount of vehicular and pedestrian conflict is much less than in your primary crossing areas. Thus, raised crossings are not warranted. The change in material should be enough to signify the importance of the pedestrian right-of-way. Figure 4-56 shows an example of how this might potentially look. Concrete paving with accents of brick banding should run the length of the crossing.

Figure 4-58. Secondary Crossings should contain concrete paving with brick bands as depicted in this proposed rendering Figure 4-55. Concrete steps should be utilized for the majority of campus staircases

Type C - Standard Crossing For crossings outside of the primary pedestrian corridor areas, a standard DOT style crosswalk should be utilized. These crossings should include 12” longitudinal and 24” perpendicular white thermoplastic striping as pictured in figure 4-57.

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Figure 4-59. Standard 8” white striping should be used for the campus standard crossings

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DETECTABLE WARNING STRIPS There is currently a lack of detectable warning strips on campus. Detectable warning strips are a requirement of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and should be provided on all ADA ramps on campus. Detectable warning strips must be made of a material that contrasts greatly with the surrounding paving material. As most of the ADA ramps on campus are made of concrete, a brick colored detectable warning strip should be provided (see figure 4-58). This will provide contrast within the surrounding pavement, but also provide unity within the overall Auburn materiality context.

DETECTABLE WARNING PREFABRICATED MAT A prefabricated detectable warning mat may be used in limited, non-critical locations on campus. The Cote-l Industries product, or other approved Alabama Department of Transportation product, as shown below may be used only where, and if, approved by the University Architect.

DECORATIVE TREE GRATES Tree grates should be utilized in the campus core areas when trees are introduced within plaza or concourse areas. For these applications, the University standard tree grate by Barrycraft of Birmingham should be specified. Figure 4-59 shows the standard tree grate treatment amongst a pedestrian concourse.

Figure 4-60. Paver-style detectable warning strips are the preferred treatment

Figure 4-61. Detectable warning prefabricated mat

Figure 4-62. University standard tree grate accented with brick perimeter banding

Style Information: Tech Bullet #3 Tactile Brick Paver 2 1/4” x 4” x 8” Color: Pathway Red Laid in Running Bond Pattern

Style Information: SAFTI-TRAX Mat Detectable Warning System 2 ‘ x 2’ Squares Color: Safety Yellow

Style Information: Gray Cast Iron Tree Grate Model: B-TG710 60” x 60” with type “L” Frame Concentric Pattern Phone: 205.841.8725

Manufacturer Information: Pine Hall Brick 2701 Shorefair Drive Winston-Salem, NC 27105 800-334-8689 www.pinehallbrick.com

Manufacturer Information: Cote-l Industries 1542 Jefferson Street Teaneck, NJ 07666 201-836-0733 www.cotelind.com

Manufacturer Information: BarryCraft of Birmingham 3333 35th Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35207 800-524-1809 www.barrycraft.com

campus-wide standard CURB AND GUTTER Standard concrete curb and gutter, as shown in figure 4-60, should be utilized across campus. This should consist of ocre colored concrete at a standard 6” curb with 18” gutter.

Figure 4-63. Concrete curb and gutter should continue to be used as the University standard

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SITE FURNISHING STANDARDS campus-wide standard LIGHTING In order to support the University’s long term goals, the standard specifications should be updated to include the use of sustainable lighting options. Fixtures should be upgraded to LED on an ongoing basis as old fixtures reach the end of their life cycle. Also, by providing cut-offs, light can be properly directed and unnatural light spillage is minimized. Auburn can increase efficiency while managing environmental stewardship through the use of Dark-Sky compliant fixtures. campus-wide standard

STREET / PARKING LOT LIGHT The University standard light shall remain the Kim fixtures as currently utilized across campus. Figures 4-61 and 4-62 show how this fixture can be adapted to meet varying site conditions. Table 4-3 offers specification information for street lighting applications.

Table 4-4 list specification information as it pertains to parking lot lighting. campus-wide standard PEDESTRIAN SCALE LIGHTING The University standard pedestrian scale path lighting should be updated to fit in line with the University’s sustainability goals. On an ongoing maintenance basis, as light fixtures need to be replaced, the Holophane fixture should be updated to include the LED conversion and a bronze finished fixture cut-off. Pedestrian scale light poles can be specified as either smooth (see figure 4-63) or fluted (figure 4-64) as appropriate to match the surroundings. Table 4-5 offers specification information for standard pedestrian fixtures.

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Figure 4-65. Standard double-head Kim street light poles

Street Lighting Fixture Manufacturer Kim 'Altitude' LED Series

Temperature 3000 K

Finish Dark Bronze

Lens Glass

Pole Tapered cast aluminum

Temperature 3000 K

Finish Dark Bronze

Lens Glass

Pole Tapered cast aluminum

Temperature

Finish

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Parking Lot Lighting Fixture Manufacturer Kim 'Altitude' LED Series Table 4-4

Pedestrian Lighting Fixture Manufacturer Holophane 'Granville' LED Series

3000 K

Lens

Dark Bronze

Glass Prismatic (Acorn Fixture)

Pole Tapered cast aluminum hinged fluted with dark brown finish

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Figure 4-66. Pedestrian light with smooth pole

Figure 4-67. Pedestrian light with fluted pole

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LIGHTED B OLLARDS Lighted bollards can be used in addition to standard path lamps to increase detail in gathering spaces (see figure 4-65). They may be appropriate in plazas or adjacent to a building. Lighted bollards should be dark bronze to match standard campus bollards.

They should utilize proper cut-off design to limit light spillage and contribute to dark sky goals. They should utilize an LED light source for increased energy savings.

RECESSED STAIR LIGHTING When stair cases are necessary in high traffic areas additional safety lighting should be provided with a recessed fixture. Recessed stair fixtures can highlight the treads increasing visibility beyond that provided by overhead lamps. The fixture should be housed with a dark bronze cut-off shield (see figure 4-66). Stair lights should be spaced as necessary to provide the proper footcandles required for the situation (see figure 4-67).

Style Information: Model: DB30 LED Bollard Color: Bronze Light: 12.5W LED, 120V

Style Information: Model: SWK 10� Rectangular Step Light w/ Louvre Shield Color: Dark Bronze Light: LED, 120V

Manufacturer Information: Philips Hadco www.hadco.com

Manufacturer Information: H.E. Williams, Inc. 417.358.4065 www.hewilliams.com

campus-wide standard EMERGENCY CALLBOX Emergency call boxes are an important aspect of campus security. They provide visitors with an opportunity to report suspicious activity, seek help when feeling threatened by danger and even provide a deterrent to criminal activity. They should be located consistently across campus so that one is never absent in time of need. In addition, the emergency phone should be ADA accessible in all locations. Figure 4-68 shows proper placement of an emergency call box within a highly visible plaza area. Emergency call boxes will be provided by the University as follows:

Style Information: Model: 234 Stanchion 530 Beacon/Strobe 297-003 SMART Phone 234 WM Wall Mount Stanchion Manufacturer Contact Information: GAI-Tronics Corporation 1.800.492.1212 www.gai-tronics.com

Figure 4-69. Recessed light fixture on the grand staircase to the Ginn Engineering Courtyard

Figure 4-68. Bollard lights should can be used in plaza spaces similar to this one at the bottom of the grand staircase to Carroll Commons

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Figure 4-70. Recessed light fixture should be spaced per manufacturer’s specifications

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BENCHES Style Information: Victor Stanley Steelsites Series Bench Model RB-28 Specify in 4’ and 6’ lengths Finish: VS Bronze Powdercoat

Standard Bench Benches should be heavily dispersed along streets and pedestrian corridors. In addition, they should be offered at the perimeter of plazas and other open spaces. They can be grouped within larger plazas and building entrances.

Benches should typically be accompanied by shade trees or structures that offer relief from the sun. Benches should also be paired with litter receptacles to provide convenient waste disposal for users. Generally benches should be set with the back legs near the edge of the pavement - opened up to the space allowing for comfortable seating and prime “people watching” potential. The campus standard bench should be the Victor Stanley Steelsites Series as pictured in figure 4-69. Benches should always be anchored to a concrete footing or pavement sub-slab. Placement should be at the discretion of the designer. Typically benches should be placed on a solid or gravel type surface; placement on turf or mulch areas is not recommended.

Manufacturer Contact Information: Victor Stanley, Inc. P.O. Drawer 330 Dunkirk, Maryland 20754 1.800.368.2573 www.victorstanley.com

Figure 4-72. Campus Standard Bench

Style Information: Victor Stanley Steelsites Series Bench Model RB-12 Specify in 4’ and 6’ lengths Finish: VS Bronze Powdercoat

Backless Bench Backless benches should be offered in locations where open views in both directions are warranted. They can also be used to define or divide space as needed. Backless benches are best as a short-term seating option making them acceptable for use at transit stops.

Backless benches should be of the same family as the campus standard bench as pictured in figure 4-70 and specified to the right.

Manufacturer Contact Information: Victor Stanley, Inc. P.O. Drawer 330 Dunkirk, Maryland 20754 1.800.368.2573 www.victorstanley.com Figure 4-73. Campus Standard Backless Bench

Style Information: Victor Stanley Steelsites Series Bench Model RMFC-24 Specify in 6’ lengths Finish: VS Grey Powdercoat

Specialty Bench The specialty bench offers less of a “street” furniture feel which is inappropriate for certain settings. This bench can be utilized in the more serene, natural settings of campus such as the arboretum. This standard is unique in that it combines a garden style feel with a durability consistent with the other campus standard furnishings. To further distinguish it from the other site furnishings, the finish should be a gray powdercoat as opposed to the standard bronze. See figure 4-71 for the campus specialty bench.

Manufacturer Contact Information: Victor Stanley, Inc. P.O. Drawer 330 Dunkirk, Maryland 20754 1.800.368.2573 www.victorstanley.com Figure 4-74. Campus Specialty Bench

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campus-wide standard PICNIC TABLE Picnic Tables can meet many different needs across a campus environment. They can be dispersed in campus core plaza settings to provide study/gathering spaces for use between classes. They can also be located at the edge of natural areas where one can retreat for peace and quiet. Plus, buildings might offer a picnic table for users to enjoy a quick lunch break outdoors. Currently picnic tables are under-utilized on campus and do not conform to the campus standard furnishings palette. Non-conforming tables should be replaced at the end of their life-cycle with the University standard depicted in figure 4-72.

Style Information: Victor Stanley Steelsites Series Table Model FRST-6 (Pair with two FRB-6* backless benches - sold seperately) Specify in 6’ lengths In-Ground Mount Finish: VS Bronze Powdercoat *Note: For ADA accessible seating, the 6’ table can be paired with a 4’ bench.

Manufacturer Contact Information: Victor Stanley, Inc. P.O. Drawer 330 Dunkirk, Maryland 20754 1.800.368.2573 www.victorstanley.com

Figure 4-75. Picnic Table standard should be consistent with other campus standard furnishings

campus-wide standard TABLE Square tables can provide seating areas within the campus core adjacent to the primary pedestrian corridors. This will offer gathering areas where small groups can enjoy a break between classes or meet up for lunch. Square tables should be consistent with the University standard furnishings palette as shown in figure 4-73.

Style Information: Victor Stanley Steelsites Series Center-Post Table Model CRPB-3* In-Ground Mount Finish: VS Bronze Powdercoat *Note: 2, 3 and 4 bench options available

Figure 4-76. Square Table with seating options from 2-4 benches, leave a side open for ADA

Style Information: Landscape Forms Parc Centre Collection Table, Chairs and Lounge Non-Fixed Finish: Metallic Bronze

NON-FIXED SEATING Non-fixed chairs (figure 4-74) and tables (figure 4-75) work well in plazas or adjacent to buildings where impromptu gathering space is vital. During the changing seasons one can move around according to whether the shade or sun is most comfortable. When stopping to chat with friends you can always pull up a chair for another. The flexibility of non-fixed seating will encourage activity in key areas around the campus core.

Manufacturer Contact Information: Landscape Forms 431 Lawndale Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 49048 1.800.430.6209 www.landscapeforms.com Figure 4-77.

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Manufacturer Contact Information: Victor Stanley, Inc. P.O. Drawer 330 Dunkirk, Maryland 20754 1.800.368.2573 www.victorstanley.com

Figure 4-78.

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campus-wide standard WASTE AND RECYCLING RECEPTACLES In order to maintain a sanitary, attractive campus grounds, the sufficient inclusion of waste receptacles is critical. Recycling receptacles should also be provided at each waste collection location to promote campus sustainability initiatives. Receptacles should be placed strategically within all major corridors, adjacent to seating and gathering areas, and at building entrances. Campus standard waste receptacles are pictured below in figure 4-76 and 4-77. Campus standard recycling stations are shown in figure 4-78.

Figure 4-79. Campus Standard Waste Receptacle

Figure 4-80. Receptacle with dome lid

campus-wide standard HOT COAL BIN With the incredible Auburn University fan base, football weekend can bring over 100,000 tailgaters to the campus grounds. Many fans participate in grilling activities in preparation for the big event. In order to facilitate safe and environmentally friendly grilling, proper charcoal disposal stations, as shown in figure 4-79, should be provided adjacent to tailgating activities.

Figure 4-81. Campus Standard Recycling Station

Figure 4-82. Hot Coal Bins should be conveniently placed adjacent to areas of heavy tailgating activity

Style Information: Victor Stanley Ironsites Series Receptacle Model SD-42 Specify with Dome Lid Finish: VS Bronze Powdercoat

Style Information: Victor Stanley Ironsites Series Recycling Station Model SD-242 Specify with Dome Lid and Standard Recycling band decals Finish: VS Tavern Corner Green Powdercoat

Style Information: Pilot Rock Hot Coal Bin Model HCB/B-1 Paired with Model CNG-2310C Container Model PL-1 Padlock Includes two caution decals Finish: High temp black enamel paint

Manufacturer Contact Information: Victor Stanley, Inc. P.O. Drawer 330 Dunkirk, Maryland 20754 1.800.368.2573 www.victorstanley.com

Manufacturer Contact Information: Victor Stanley, Inc. P.O. Drawer 330 Dunkirk, Maryland 20754 1.800.368.2573 www.victorstanley.com

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Manufacturer Contact Information: RJ Thomas Mfg. Co., Inc. P.O. Box 946 Cherokee, Iowa 51012 1.800.762.5002 www.pilotrock.com

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TRANSPORTATION STANDARDS BICYCLE STORAGE Bicycle usage should be encouraged by providing storage locations in close proximity to all buildings and gathering areas on campus. For campus housing, bicycle storage areas should be covered structures with architectural details consistent with that of the adjacent building (see figure 4-80). For all other applications a standard bicycle rack (see figures 4-81 and 4-82) should be provided as specified below.

Style Information: Dero Campus Rack, single or double-sided Model: S(#) or D(#)* Finish: Bronze Powdercoat Surface-Mounted *Note: S(#) or D(#) specified based on (#) of bicycle storage spaces required University permit decals (see figure 6-93) should be provided by the University and applied to each rack.

Manufacturer Contact Information: Dero Bicycles 504 Malcolm Ave SE, Suite 100 Minneapolis, MN 55414 1.888.337.6729 www.dero.com

Figure 4-84. Campus Standard bicycle rack located within a plaza space

Figure 4-85. Campus Standard bicycle rack with brick pad located along a primary corridor

Figure 4-83. A bicycle shelter adjacent to a residential hall

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Figure 4-86. The University bike permit decal should be applied to the top bar of each rack

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FENCING / BARRIERS ORNAMENTAL GUARD RAIL / FENCING In areas of higher visibility, decorative railing should be used to line ramps, create barriers and define spaces. Figure 4-84 shows how ornamental fencing is used to define an edge along a concourse. In combination with low growing shrubs these fences can become an attractive site element. Decorative fencing should be constructed with square steel railing.

Pickets should be set 4” O.C. to allow for use as a guard rail when required. Minimum guard rail heights will be 42” versus the standard 3’ fencing detail shown in figure 4-85.

Railing should be finished with Benjamin Moore Deep Bronze 62’ (Custom color 16362).

Figure 4-87. Ornamental fencing along the concourse creates a barrier to adjacent lawn spaces

Figure 4-88. Ornamental fencing detail

Figure 4-89 . Chain Link fencing surrounds a multi-use sports field

Figure 4-90. Chain link privacy slats should be utilized to screen maintenance areas

Figure 4-91. The University Standard Railing runs the length of an ADA ramp adjacent to the Forestry Building

Figure 4-92. Staircase with standard railing connects the parking deck to the Forestry Building

STANDARD FENCING To create barriers around sports fields and other large recreational spaces, the University standard chain link fence should be used. Height should be sufficient for adjacent uses to provide separation as required. Finish should be black as shown in figure 4-86.

To shield unsightly activity, chain link fence may be accompanied with privacy slats.

Chain Link slats provide a clean, durable barrier without the extensive costs upgrades of other screening options. Privacy slats should be black to match the chain link fence.

See figure 4-87 for an example.

STANDARD RAIL The University standard railing should be utilized in areas where the ornamental fencing is unnecessary. This would include sites outside of the campus core areas like near the Forestry Building as shown in figure 4-88. For stair railing, no pickets should be provided (see figure 4-89). However, the standard ramp railing should include pickets set at 4” O.C. which will also accommodate use in guardrail settings. In this function, the fence should be a minimum of 42” in height. Standard railing should be finished with Benjamin Moore Deep Bronze 62’ (Custom Color 16362).

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DECORATIVE BOLLARDS The University standard bollard should be used to protect buildings from vehicular damage adjacent to loading docks and driveways.

Removable bollards should be provided where major pedestrian pathways must allow temporary access for service and emergency vehicles. Removable bollards should provide a locking mechanism to secure them in place when not in use.

Both in-ground and removable mount bollards should be of the same decorative style.

They should be finished with a bronze powdercoat in-line with the campus standard finishing for site furnishings. Bollard use should be generally limited to restricting vehicles in a pedestrian area and protection of University assets. See figure 4-90 for standard in-ground and removable mount bollard details.

Figure 4-93. Decorative In-Ground Mount Bollards should only be used to protect buildings from vehicular damage

campus-wide standard POST AND CHAIN The University standard post and chain should be used along the campus perimeter to direct pedestrian traffic to major access points. Figure 4-91 shows how a properly placed post and chain barrier can deter pedestrians from taking shortcuts through landscape beds. The standard post and chain should include the decorative ball top and have a bronze finish.

Figure 4-94. Post and chain can direct pedestrian travel to key points of interests

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EXISTING VEHICULAR BARRIER DIAGRAM CAMPUS BOLLARD / POST AND CHAIN PLACEMENT The campus is currently littered with bollards and post and chain barriers, devices which have been over-utilized to deter tailgating vehicles from destroying the landscape during game day events. However, this approach has instead detracted from the “beautiful, memorable� campus environment that Auburn University seeks to promote. These vehicular barriers not only create physical barriers for pedestrians, often separating walkways from usable gathering spaces, but create an unpleasant image across otherwise aesthetically pleasing campus landscapes.

Moving forward, a strategic policy shift shall take place on campus which will lead the landscape towards the vision for the 21st century. The use of vehicular barriers shall be limited to the campus perimeter and strategically placed to create vehicle checkpoints into the central campus core. On game day events, a policing strategy will keep vehicular traffic from entering the heart of campus.

This approach will minimize the need for barriers within the campus core returning these areas to landscapes which can again be enjoyed year round.

Figure 4-92 shows the current placement of bollards on campus. Figure 4-93 showcases the proposed vision which will create a perimeter around the campus core.

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Figure 4-96. Vehicular barriers currently outside Jordan-Hare Stadium

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TRANSIT STOPS Alternative transportation means are critical to the ability of a University to effectively move faculty, students, staff and visitors throughout campus. Bus transportation is, and will remain to be, the primary method for movement into and across campus. To encourage greater utilization of this resource, bus service line infrastructure must meet the demands of users. Bus travelers need conveient bus stop locations with safe, comfortable waiting zones. Heavier use transit stops should provide shelter from the elements to encourage use in all seasons and weather events. More remote transit stops should still include ne cessities such as proper signage, comfortable seating and waste receptacles. Across campus, transit stops should respond to their environment in scale, form and materiality.

Type A - Decorative Shelter Primary transit stops are typically located at major pedestrian corridors and gateways into the campus core. These stops should offer an architecturally detailed shelter consistent with its surroundings. Sufficient seating should be provided in the form of benches and / or seatwalls to offer resting places between bus arrivals. Stacking areas should accommodate up to 4 buses at a time. A current example, shown in figure 4-94, is the transit stop at the intersection of Magnolia Avenue and the Ginn Engineering Concourse.

Figure 4-97. Type A transit stop adjacent to a major concourse gateway

Type B - Standard Shelter Secondary transit stops are on the perimeter of the campus core adjacent to heavily used buildings. They too should offer coverage from inclement weather, but lack the capacity needs of the aforementioned transit structures. Also, due to their locations architectural compatibility is less of a concern. A standard bronze finished shelter consistent with other campus furnishings should be provided (see figure 4-95). Due to less frequent trips, bus stacking areas need only accommodate one bus at a time.

Figure 4-98. Type B transit stop with bronze finished pre-fabricated shelter

Type C - Standard Bench Stop At extended areas of campus where trips are less frequent, transit stops should not provide a shelter. The stop should consist of a bench, waste and recycling receptacles and appropriate transit stop signage. Bus stacking is not necessary in these locations.

Buses should quickly interrupt travel for the infrequent stops in these locations.

Figure 4-96 depicts a typical tertiary transit stop. The bench should match the campus standard. To avoid wear to the turf grass beneath the seating area, a concrete bench pad is recommended. This will also provide a home for the litter receptacles creating a consistent look for stops across campus.

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UTILITIES The Auburn University campus requires a vast network of utilities to remain operational.

A myriad of utility needs including water, power, sewer, telephone and more occur at every corner of the campus. To ensure that the utility network is maximized in relation to the campus landscape in terms of operation, maintenance and aesthetics, a series of guidelines shall be followed when introducing or relocating utility infrastructure on campus.

1. Utilities should not be located in conflict with trees and vise versa.

- Trees shall be placed a minimum of 10’ from any existing buried utility. Proposed utilities shall be routed to avoid root zones of existing trees. When both trees and utilities are proposed, utility locations shall be adjusted to maintain proposed tree locations. Maintain a minimum of 10 feet between newly planted trees and proposed above ground utilities.

- Proposed canopy trees shall be planted a minimum of 25 feet from aboveground utility lines. Acceptable trees for use under utility lines have been identified in the preferred species list.

2. Utilities should be run in common corridor networks which follow multi-use path corridors to the greatest extent possible.

3. Utilities shall not be placed as to become the focal point of any landscape setting 4. Above-ground utilities including transformers, fire hydrants, cable boxes, utility poles, etc. shall not be placed within a 100’ radius from any buildings primary access points. Figure 4-97 illustrates what should be avoided - utility boxes placed at a main entrance have become the focal point to this residence hall.

Figure 4-100. Above ground utility boxes are now the focal point of this main entrance due to improper placement at the new South Donahue Residence Hall.

5. Above-ground utility boxes, cabinets, transformers, etc., shall be screened from view by use of evergreen hedges or shrub masses where space accommodates,.

Where space is restricted, a brick wall screen or privacy fence slats shall be used to screen the larger appurtenances. Plant low shrub masses to screen, to the extent possible, all above-ground utility boxes. Note that these plantings may need to be replaced following utility access or maintenance. Evergreen screening materials acceptable for use around above-ground utilities have been identified in the preferred species list.

IRRIGATION As a general rule, the Auburn campus landscape should strive to use less potable water for irrigation purposes and seek every opportunity to capture and reuse water for campus irrigation purposes. The design, management and maintenance of the campus landscape should reflect the landscape water management plan for Auburn University (2007) and the campus sustainability policy.

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SURFACE PARKING AND ROADWAY STANDARDS SURFACE PARKING LOTS Surface parking lots are becoming less feasible as spacial concerns continue to grow on campus. In addition to taking up much needed real estate, surface parking lots increase the heat island effect and increase storm-water and erosion problems. Per recommendations in the Comprehensive Campus Master Plan a series of parking decks may be in the near future. Still, surface parking will continue to be a necessary component of a functional campus. In the campus core, surface parking is often required adjacent to buildings to provide ADA access, preferred parking and for other loading needs. On the outskirts of campus, large, efficient expanses of parking are needed to accommodate campus goers in an economical manner.

As surface parking areas within the campus core are replaced with regional deck structures, existing lots can be modified to reduce parking spaces. On an ongoing basis, surface parking lots should be evaluated to determine potential for reducing spaces and replacing asphalt with landscape area. Existing surface lots should also be analyzed and renovated as feasible to minimize heat island and stormwater runoff issues.

The following standards should apply to all surface parking lots across the Auburn University campus: General Standards The following standards apply to the construction and/or renovation of all surface parking lots (see Figure 4-98): Surface parking lots shall be screened from adjacent streets and gathering spaces by a continuous evergreen hedge at 30” minimum height. Sight triangles per Alabama DOT requirements shall take precedent over screening requirements - the screening treatment may be modified to accommodate sight lines.

Parking lot islands must be a minimum of 8’ in width as measured from the back of curb Trees planted to meet surface parking lot standards shall be a minimum of 3” caliper and shall be planted in appropriate tree planting soil mix which contains no more than 50% native soil Fastigiate tree varieties are not permissible as parking lot trees Position parking lot trees approximately 4’ from all adjacent back of curb lines to achieve maximize shading potential Provide 15’ minimum clearance between parking lot trees and dumpster enclosures so as to prevent conflicts No signs or utilities - i.e. transformers, fire hydrants, etc. - shall be placed in conflict with a parking lot tree Light poles shall be located a minimum of 20’ from a parking lot tree Light poles are prohibited in parking lot islands unless authorized by the Office of the University Architect. The site lighting plan must be submitted with the parking lot landscape plan and approval of both plans shall occur simultaneously. Tree planting shall be coordinated with existing and proposed security camera locations

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Type A - Campus Core Parking Lots Type A standards should be utilized for the smaller, more formal surface lots within the urban core areas of campus. These lots are generally located adjacent to buildings in order to accommodate building users in need of close proximity access. The following standards shall apply: All parking stalls shall be within a 50’ radius minimum from a parking lot tree Design teams should analyze the potential to provide pervious surfaces as an alternative to asphalt Curb cuts should be provided to allow storm-water drainage to reach bio-retention collection areas adjacent to parking surfaces Type B - Efficiency Parking Lots Type B standards should be utilized for the large, expansive surface lots located outside of the campus core. These lots are generally located on the outskirts of campus and accommodate large numbers of cars. Users of these lots must be transported into the campus core via mass transit. Important aspects of Type B parking lot design include the efficient use of space to accommodate a maximum allowance of vehicle spaces, a need to minimize the heat island effect created by large expanses of asphalt and a need to mitigate storm-water runoff caused by massive amounts of impervious surface. The following standards shall apply: All parking stalls shall be within a 60’ radius minimum from a parking lot tree Drive-aisles shall be a maximum of 22’ width for 90 degree parking to reduce asphalt surface Design teams should analyze the potential to utilize pervious alternatives to asphalt Parking lots should drain to adjacent storm-water collection gardens where possible Type C - Gravel Parking Lots Type C standards should be utilized for gravel parking lots which are often used for remote locations of campus. These lots are generally located on the outskirts of campus and allow for parking accommodations without the permanency of impervious asphalt.

These lots can be designed to accommodate game-day traffic as well. Without the structure provided by typical curb and gutter and striping, type C parking lot design must communicate parking spaces in creative ways to ensure that maximum accommodations are not jeopardized by poorly parked vehicles. The following standards shall apply: All parking stalls shall be within a 70’ radius minimum from a parking lot tree Railroad ties and / or wheel stops should be utilized to delineate spaces and protect parking lot trees. Placement around trees should minimize parking over a tree’s critical root zone.

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Figure 4-101. Type A lot guidelines diagram

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ROADWAY DESIGN GUIDELINES MATRIX ROADWAYS The roadway network across Auburn University consists of a series of important arteries which define the campus “grid”. It is a hierarchical system of corridors which generally run both north-south and east-west.

Seven corridors have been identified as being primary; these are the most important in defining and maintaining the campus landscape given the importance of their function and role. Together, these primary corridors unite the campus while being expressive of the distinctive characteristics and values of Auburn University. In addition, a series of supporting, secondary and tertiary corridors have been defined which help complete the essential corridor network which connects the Auburn campus.

The Primary Landscape Corridors include: 1. College Street 2. Mell Street 3. Concourses (Tiger, Haley, Duggar, Roosevelt) 4. Donahue Drive 5. Magnolia Avenue 6. Thach Avenue Secondary Corridors: 7. Duncan & P.O. Davis Drive 8. Wire Road 9. Samford Avenue 10. Lem Morrison Drive Tertiary Corridors: 11. Biggio Drive 12. Hemlock Drive 13. War Eagle Way 14. Heisman Drive *Note: College Street and Magnolia Avenue are not property of Auburn University; however, these corridors are of great significance to the function and aesthetic of the campus landscape.

As many of these corridors extend across multiple campus environments, a “one-size fits all” standards approach to each corridor is not appropriate. Therefore, corridors have been further sub-divided into segments which exhibit common urban design characteristics. To restore consistency and contribute to the overall effectiveness of each corridor segment, future projects should adhere to the roadway design guidelines matrix in Table 4-6.

Further explanation of the bicycle facilities types and street tree group types continues on the next page.

STREET SECTION PRIMARY CORRIDORS: SOUTH COLLEGE STREET SAMFORD PARK LIBRARY LAWN MELL STREET NORTH CENTRAL SOUTH CONCOURSES**** GINN HALEY DUGGAR SOUTH QUAD SOUTH DONAHUE DRIVE NORTH TIGER WALK SOUTH OF SAMFORD MAGNOLIA AVENUE WEST EAST THACH**** WEST EAST SECONDARY CORRIDORS: PO DAVIS DRIVE CENTRAL DUNCAN DRIVE AT HILL DORMS WIRE ROAD NORTH CENTRAL SOUTH SAMFORD AVENUE WEST CENTRAL EAST LEM MORRISON DRIVE AT FRATERNITY HOUSES WEST OF WIRE EAST OF BIGGIO TERTIARY CORRIDORS: HEMLOCK DRIVE CENTRAL BIGGIO DRIVE AT INTRAMURAL FIELDS WAR EAGLE DRIVE AT THE VILLAGE HEISMAN DRIVE AT WELLNESS CENTER GENERAL NOTES: 1 2 3 4

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SIDEWALK WIDTH (MIN.)

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LANDSCAPE STRIP*

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STREET-TREE SETBACK*

120' 62'

10' 10'

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16' 10'

A A

8' 5'

65' 65' 65'

6' 6' 6'

A A A

10' 10' 10'

B B B

5' 5' 5'

32' 32' 30' 30'

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B B B B

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50' 30' 50'

8' 8' 6'

A A A/R

10' 0' 12'

A A A

5' 15' 6'

65' 65'

8' 8'

A A

10' 10'

B B

5' 5'

45' 45'

8' 6'

A A

NA NA

B B

5' ***10' (INSIDE)

35'

8'

E

4'

B

16'

60'

8'

A

4'

C

16'

45' 45' 45'

8' 6' 6'

A A A

6' 4' 4'

A B B

18' 14' 14'

45' 45' 45'

6' 6' 6'

A/B A/B A

4' 4' 4'

A A A

14' 14' 14'

35'

8' 6' 6'

A

4'

B F A

16'

35'

6'

E

4'

B

16'

60'

6'

E

4'

C

16'

45'

8'

E

6'

A

18'

45'

8'

A

4'

A

14'

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PRELIMINARY BICYCLE ROUTES AND PARKING RECOMMENDATIONS

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The roadway design guidelines matrix in Table 4-6 proposes the use of multiple types of dedicated bicycle facilities. As a starting point, the preliminary bicycle routes and parking recommendations as seen in the Campus Master Plan Update 2013 was consulted (see Figure 4-99). This preliminary plan deliniates bicycle routes and differintiates them as occuring on-street and / or off-street. To further expand on this approach, multiple types of facilties have been identified and applied as appropriate to the corridor segments in the roadway design guidelines matrix. Table 4-7 shows a list of the various types of bicycle facilties. Proposed on-street route options include dedicated bicycle lanes and cycle tracks. Proposed off-street bicycle facilities include multi-use trails, dedicated bicycle paths and shared pedestrian and bicycle routes. Future design teams should incorporate the proper bicycle facilities for the corridor segment associated with their project area.

N Donahue Dr

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Street Tree Group Types Each corridor segment should seek to achieve a consistent look. However, an evenly spaced, single-species tree allee’ should be avoided.

Consistent with the landscape vision for a sustainable campus landscape, reforestation practices should be applied throughout the campus core. Street corridor landscapes are not an exception. Instead they offer a great opportunity to reconnect forest fragments.

W Thach Ave

Tree arrangement along the corridors should consist of informally spaced tree groupings made up of compatible street tree species as determined by the street tree group types (see Table 4-8). Tree placement shall aim to highlight interesting view corridors while screening less desirable ones. Trees should also be placed to maximize shade potential on adjacent pathways. However, tree plantings should also follow the setback guidance as listed in the roadway design guidelines matrix. Finally, tree placement should remain functional - adequate sightlines shall be maintained at all times.

ON-STREET DEDICATED BICYCLE LANES MULTI-USE TRAIL ON-STREET CYCLE TRACK DEDICATED BICYCLE PATH NO PROPOSED BICYCLE FACILITIES SHARED PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE ROUTES

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W

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Duncan Dr

Table 4-7. Bicycle Facility Types as listed in the Roadside Design Guidelines Matrix

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QUERCUS VIRGINIANA (LIVE OAK), QUERCUS STELLATA (POST OAK), QUERCUS LYRATA (OVERCUP OAK)

Lem Morrison B PRIMARY TREES FRAXINUS PENNSYLVANICA (GREEN ASH (MALE ONLY)), QUERCUS ALBA (WHITE OAK), QUERCUS PHELLOS (WILLOW OAK), QUERCUS SHUMARDII (SHUMARD OAK), ULMUS AMERICANA (AMERICAN ELM) C

SECONDARY TREES

QUERCUS COCCINEA (SCARLET OAK), QUERCUS FALCATA (SOUTHERN RED OAK), QUERCUS MACROCARPA (BUR OAK)

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400

800 ft

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Dr

S Donahue Dr

STREET TREE GROUP TYPE: A

S Co

BICYCLE FACILITY TYPE: A B C D E F

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Figure 4-102. From the CCMP, this diagram highlights potential bicycle routes and associated bicycle parking locations

D TERTIARY TREES QUERCUS NUTTALLII (NUTTALL OAK), QUERCUS PRINUS (CHESTNUT OAK), OXYDENDRUM ARBOREA (SOURWOOD), GINKGO BILOBA (GINKGO)

LEGEND E

HYDRIC TREES

METASEQUOIA GLYPTOSTROBOIDES (DAWN REDWOOD), NYSSA SYLVATICA (BLACK GUM), TAXODIUM DISTICHUM (BALD CYPRESS), TAXODIUM ASCENDENS (POND CYPRESS), QUERCUS BICOLOR (SWAMP WHITE OAK)

Table 4-8. Street Tree Group Types as listed in the Roadside Design Guidelines Matrix

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Bike Corral Off-street Path or Cycle track On-street Bike Lane

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GATEWAY STANDARDS

Perimeter Gateways

Gateway elements serve as the front doors of campus. By directing traffic to these strategic locations, one can better guide visitors through predetermined experiential routes to key destination points. Gateways range in importance from iconic to secondary based on their location, traffic volume expectancy and even cultural importance.

Perimeter gateways should be strategically located along the major vehicular travel routes into and out of the Auburn area to signify the outer campus boundaries. In Figure 4-102, proposed locations for the perimeter gateways are shown. Due to their location at the outermost reaches of the campus, these gateways should perform effectively, in scale and placement, with vehicular use in mind. The scale shall be such that these gateways can make a visual impact on a vehicle traveling at speeds close to 45 miles per hour.

Also, they should be located as to acheive optimal visibility from adjacent travel lanes.

To best achieve this effect, perimater gateways should be placed at key intersections approaching campus. They will be designed to read across both sides of the intersection in order to grab attention from all directions of travel.

Often times these thresholds can offer opportunity for increased aesthetics to help generate a great first impression to University visitors. They can be parklike and offer gathering opportunities as well. The University should adopt a consistent gateway language that exudes the Auburn character and defines ones arrival. All gateway design shall conform to the Auburn University Sign and Wayfinding Manual, 2009.

The Iconic Gateway Toomer’s Corner is the iconic gateway with it’s combination of cultural significance and strategic location adjacent to downtown Auburn (See figure 4-102). This gateway serves as the front door to campus. Campus visitors often traverse the historic 1917 gates at the corner as they enter campus through Samford Park towards Thach Concourse.

The backdrop of this iconic gateway includes Samford Tower and Hargis Hall which are two of the more identifiable buildings on campus. Added cultural significance for this gateway has built over the years through the tradition of “rolling the Auburn Oaks”. The importance of this gateway to the campus community can not be understated and thus, iconic treatments should be given when design or modifications are needed. This gateway should utilize special/iconic paving, walls, furnishings, etc. as detailed throughout this Landscape Standards document.

Core Campus Gateways

Internal Campus Thresholds Internal Campus thresholds as indicated on Figure 4-102 should delineate the entrance to various campus regions. Although these wayfinding accents should read consistent across campus in terms of materiality, they can vary somewhat in scale and form based on their environment. At it’s outermost locations, such as the intersection of Lem Morrison and Wire Road, these thresholds can be of a vehicular scale and span whole intersections. In the urban core, the standard column structures currently utilized are appropriately in-line with a pedestrian scale. See figure 4-100 for an existing column structure on Mell Street.

Figure 4-103. Standard column structure defines an internal campus threshold off Mell Street

The Core Campus Gateways occur along Magnolia Avenue and South College Street as shown in figure 4-102. These gateways are multi-functional entrances to the urban campus core which must signify the campus edge while handling wayfinding needs and bus transportation loading zones. See figure 4-101 for a typical treatment of a core campus gateway as shown at the Ginn Engineering Concourse gateway along Magnolia Avenue. Each of these gateways is connected to a major pedestrian concourse and should signify this importance in scale and materiality treatments. Landscape Standards defined as primary importance treatments should be applied in the way of paving, walls, furnishings and transit structures.

To best connect the core campus gateways to adjacent uses off campus, clearly delineated pedestrian crossings should be applied. These crossings should give precedent to the pedestrian over vehicular uses with Type A - raised crossings as shown previously in this section. Crossings should be perpendicular to the travel way and provide direct alignment to the gateway and it’s destination concourse.

Figure 4-104. Core Campus Gateway at the Ginn Engineering Concourse along Magnolia Avenue combines a transit structure, signage walls and the typical gateway column feature.

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LEGEND ICONIC GATEWAY TOOMER’S CORNER

CORE CAMPUS GATEWAY

PERIMETER GATEWAY

INTERNAL CAMPUS THRESHOLD

Figure 4-105. Campus Gateway Locations Diagram

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