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Campus Design Guidelines

University of Nebraska—Lincoln February 2002

CAMPUS DESIGN GUIDELINES
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA – LINCOLN CITY AND EAST CAMPUSES LINCOLN, NEBRASKA

Prepared by Office of Institutional Research and Planning University of Nebraska – Lincoln 332 Canfield Administration Building Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-0435 John A. Benson, Director and Campus Planner David K. Peterson, Associate Campus Planner February 2002

Special Note: Campus design guidelines were drafted by Bahr Vermeer Haecker Architects and EDAW Campus Planning Consultants in November, 1998, as part of a contract for the preparation of the UNL Campus Master Plan. This version combines portions of the BVH/EDAW draft with additional analysis and recommendations developed by the following UNL committees and administrative units: Aesthetics Review Committee Campus Planning Working Group Facilities Management and Planning Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources Institutional Research and Planning Landscape Services

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TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD PURPOSE OF CAMPUS DESIGN GUIDELINES DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS COMMON TO ALL CAMPUSES Scale and Proportion Building Siting Form Materials Fenestration Building Elements and Style Site Plantings CITY CAMPUS DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Master Plan Design Context CITY CAMPUS SECTOR OR AREA CONSIDERATIONS Northwest Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations North Central Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations Northeast Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations Southeast Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations v 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 5 6 8 8 8 8 8 10 12 12 12 12 12 14 16 16 16 16 16 17 19 19 19 19 19 ii

South Central Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations Southwest Sector Southwest Sub-Sector A Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations Southwest Sub-Sector B Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations Devaney Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations Whittier Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations EAST CAMPUS DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Master Plan Design Context EAST CAMPUS SECTOR CONSIDERATIONS Northwest Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations

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Northeast Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations Southeast Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations South Central Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations Southwest Sector Existing Conditions Master Plan Concepts Building Height and Massing Materials, Color and Style Special Considerations IMPLEMENTATION Methods of Implementation Aesthetics Review Committee Facilities Management Design Standards Other Design Guidelines APPENDIX A Aesthetics Review Committee and Review Process for UNL

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FOREWORD The Campus Master Plan of the University of Nebraska – Lincoln contains a set of master planning goals that were created early in the planning process to guide the development and implementation of the plan. Within the section articulating “Goals relating to the built and natural environment and the image of our campuses” are two statements that provide the basis for the Campus Design Guidelines presented in the following pages. They are: 1. “Create campuses that possess a sense of place, beauty and functionality that clearly represents the priorities and aspirations of the University of Nebraska – Lincoln.” 2. “Place a high priority on the quality of the campus environment – trees, landscaping, open space, landmarks, vistas, building massing and the relationship of architectural materials and styles.” The Guidelines that follow should provide a useful frame of reference for planners, designers, and academic decision makers that will assist in creating the “sense of place” that was envisioned for the University of Nebraska – Lincoln when its 1998 Campus Master Plan was formulated. I want to recognize the firms of Bahr Vermeer Haecker and EDAW for developing, in consultation with those who participated in the master planning process, a solid foundation for these Guidelines. I also want to thank the UNL Campus Planning Working Group for providing key guidance as the Guidelines were finalized. The suggestions of Rich McDermott, Howard Parker, Margaret Miller, Linda Cowdin, Robert Hensarling, Eileen Bergt, Dale Vanderholm, Karen Van Horn, and David Peterson were essential. The advice of UNL’s Aesthetics Review Committee was very helpful, as well. Finally I want to extend special thanks to David Peterson for skillfully synthesizing the information contained in this document. John A. Benson, Director Institutional Research and Planning, and Campus Planner

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THE PURPOSE OF CAMPUS DESIGN GUIDELINES The goal of these Design Guidelines is to foster a visually cohesive campus character that is reflective of the priorities and aspirations of the University of Nebraska. Clearly, from the focus group meetings held and from the stakeholder comments solicited during the preparation of the 1998 UNL Campus Master Plan (1), a well designed campus environment contributes significantly to the learning, working and social experiences for students, faculty, staff and visitors. Another important benefit of an attractive campus is its positive impact in recruiting new students, faculty and staff. At UNL, both City and East Campuses contain examples of building and site design that should be emulated and others that should be avoided in the future. These Design Guidelines attempt to recognize the positive examples and build upon them to develop the desired character for the campuses. While emphasizing a visually cohesive character for City and East Campuses it is also important to recognize the diversity within each campus that has emerged as the campuses have grown and matured. This diversity in building design, landscape and functional clustering gives identity to various areas of the campus and also aids in orientation and way finding. Therefore, these Design Guidelines are written to foster what is both unique and desirable within various areas of the campuses. The Master Plan for each campus at UNL includes the recommended implementation of both subtle and monumental design concepts over the next two or three decades. Yet it is almost certain that new educational, research and outreach programs as well as new technologies for program delivery will emerge during that time. These changes may impact both building and site requirements in ways we cannot anticipate. Design Guidelines are therefore important in establishing an overarching design continuity that can accommodate change while providing a sense of permanence and stability to the campuses. Lastly, it should be noted that within the general context of promoting a cohesive physical environment, these Design Guidelines are meant to foster the creativity of building and site designers. A variety of design expressions is both desirable and encouraged.

(1) The Board of Regents “Accepted the concepts of the amended 1998 UNL Campus Master Plan” on October 1, 1999. Refer to the amended Master Plan for a full discussion of its assumptions and concepts. 1

DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS COMMON TO BOTH CAMPUSES The following design elements apply to the East and City Campuses of UNL, and should be taken into consideration in all building and site development. These elements are generally considered by most architects and landscape architects, and are articulated here as a reminder and check list. Scale and Proportion The scale and proportion of a building impacts the “sense of place” within the campus. New buildings and additions should acknowledge surrounding context, but recognize and establish human scale. The design of the building should take into consideration how the design affects a person standing at the face of the structure as well as the building’s materials can all influence how the building scale is read. Building Siting How the building is situated on the site will have a significant impact on the success of the design solution. Care should be taken to site the building in a way that creates a positive connection between the building and pedestrian paths, for it must be remembered that on an essentially pedestrian campus most building visitors will arrive on foot. The building should acknowledge the setback or alignment of adjacent buildings. Adjacent buildings should also be studied in regard to their entry locations, potential for shared plaza and/or entry arrangements, and for the development or enhancement of outdoor spaces and spaces between buildings. The location of building service entrances also deserves special consideration. The view from and to existing campus landmarks should also be analyzed and incorporated when siting a new building. Form The form of the building can greatly impact the texture of its area of campus. A consistent form used throughout a specified area provides a cohesive, identifiable appearance to that area. The roofline, proportion and visual mass of the building affect the overall form. By using similar building forms, a high degree of unity between buildings on the campus can emerge, even among buildings of differing architectural style. Materials The materials from which structures or landscape elements are constructed can have a significant effect on the image the campus projects. Defining a palette of appropriate building materials, including their colors, can allow a designer freedom of expression, yet establish a unity among campus buildings.

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Fenestration Care should be taken when considering the fenestration of both new buildings and additions to or renovations of existing buildings. New buildings should be considerate of existing structures in their visual vicinity, while building additions and renovations should take their theme largely from the original buildings. Building Elements and Style Significant building elements such as cornice lines, building datum lines, pronounced entries or porticos, colonnades, awning elements, stairways, and masonry detailing comprise a vocabulary of “design features” that help to create a cohesive campus identity. Designs which respond to and incorporate these common features will further the goal of campus visual unity. Site Plantings Plantings should be provided around academic buildings and residential living units and open spaces between buildings should be planted to create continuity on campus. Special attention should be given to all building entries with plant materials selected for scale, texture, seasonal color and overall visual impact. Building entries that face major malls and streets should be treated as “front porches” with seating areas, planting beds, lights and benches providing opportunities for small, informal gatherings. Pedestrian pathways, many of which lie along the former street grid, should be emphasized with plant materials while maintaining a feeling of personal safety. Views to campus identity elements and between landscaped, open areas should be preserved wherever possible. Trees and shrubs should be used to buffer parking lots, building service areas, open storage areas and high volume streets.

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CITY CAMPUS DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Master Plan Design Context The UNL City Campus takes much of its form from early formal design and planning efforts, giving portions of the City Campus unique historical character. These early plans located buildings along city streets and around significant greens or open spaces. City Campus has grown significantly with considerable infill and construction – becoming more dense and urban in the process. Many of the early organizational and architectural design elements still remain, but have become less apparent as a result of the infilling process. A major concept of the City Campus Master Plan is to strengthen and expand the remnants of early campus grid system and features as the campus continues to grow and develop. The Vine Street Mall east of Memorial Stadium is being extended approximately one block eastward with the demolition of Bancroft and Lyman Halls and the construction of their replacement building linking Mabel Lee and Henzlik Halls. This major east-west design element will be both a welcoming and orienting feature for visitors and a front yard for major buildings such as Bessey Hall, Morrill Hall, the new Kauffman Center, Teachers College Hall, the Coliseum and Memorial Stadium. It will also serve as an open space for special events and impromptu recreation activities. Fourteenth Street will become a major cross-axis to the Vine Street Mall. A clock tower or other strong vertical feature that can be seen across campus is proposed at the juncture of the two axes. Fourteenth Street south of Vine Street will continue to be a major north-south pedestrian mall to R Street. Fourteenth Street north of Vine Street will become a major north vehicular entrance to campus following completion of the proposed Holdrege Street Bypass. It will also be a major pedestrian corridor into the campus from the residential complexes and parking areas near the Bypass. A complete perimeter road system will be developed around City Campus with the completion of the new Antelope Valley Parkway on the east, the new Holdrege Street Bypass on the north, 10th Streets on the west and Q Street on the south. Within the campus perimeter through traffic will be discouraged to make the campus more pedestrian friendly. New parking structures will be developed near the major entrance points to campus, and a new research complex or quadrangle is proposed east of 17th Street when the threat of flooding from Antelope Creek is eliminated. All of the major master plan features noted above will help create a framework upon which a cohesive campus can develop. These Design Guidelines will help insure that the design of building and site elements will further that goal.

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CITY CAMPUS SECTOR OR AREA CONSIDERATIONS The UNL City Campus has been divided into “sectors” or areas for the purpose of visual analysis. Generally, these broad sectors do not follow any particular architectural or functional boundaries, but are geographic divisions following identifiable physical features, usually streets. In all cases the campus-wide guidelines and Master Plan recommendations are intended to apply to all sectors, but separate guidelines may focus on individual sectors in recognition of unique and desirable visual characteristics that are worthy of preservation and enhancement. In that sense, the separate guidelines may be thought of as “overlays” to the basic campus-wide and Master Plan guidelines and recommendations.

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NORTHWEST SECTOR OF UNL CITY CAMPUS

Existing Conditions (Numbers reference photos on the following page)

Master Plan Concepts

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BUILDING EXAMPLES City Campus Northwest Sector

#1 Memorial Stadium (West) And Skyboxes 1923/1999

#2 Sapp Campus Recreation Center 1989

#3 Coliseum 1925

#4 Cook Pavilion 1987

#5 Military and Naval Science 1947

#6 City Campus Utility Plant 1930/1967 77

Northwest Sector Existing Conditions - The Northwest Sector of City Campus has developed mainly as an area of intercollegiate athletics, recreation and service functions. It is dominated by very large structures such as Memorial Stadium, the Stadium Drive Parking Garage, the Coliseum and Sapp Recreation Center, and the Utility Plant. The Northwest Sector also contains significant open space in the form of an outdoor running track and football practice fields. Recently, a new, privately owned building, the Champions Club, has been constructed west of Memorial Stadium. The new structure and expanded UNL surface parking in its vicinity have replaced several older, commercial structures in this area. One academic building, Avery Hall, exists along the south edge of the Northwest Sector. However, Avery Hall’s “front” elevation and main entrances relate more to the academic buildings in the Southwest Sector than to the other structures in the Northwest Sector. Another academic building, Military and Naval Science, anchors a corner of the Northwest Sector at 14th and Vine Streets. Master Plan Concepts – Sites for two future structures are shown in this area in the City Campus Master Plan – a site for a possible athletic-related building north of Memorial Stadium and a multi-level parking structure site north of Avery Avenue and west of 14th Street. The short segment of the Union Pacific Railroad right-of-way running along “X” Street from approximately 18th Street to 11th Street is shown as acquired by the University and used as an east-west pedestrian/bicycle pathway across City Campus. Building Height and Massing – The Northwest Sector contains several of the largest structures on City Campus, and two more large structures are shown as future possibilities in the Master Plan. With the exception of possible future additions to some of the existing structures (Memorial Stadium and South Stadium Office Building, Stadium Drive Parking Garage, City Campus Utility Plant, etc.), the sector is almost fully developed. Smaller structures that might be proposed in the sector would require careful attention to design so that they are not overpowered by the scale of the larger structures. New buildings in the Northwest Sector should not exceed five stories or 75 feet from grade to top of eave or parapet. Exceptions might include Memorial Stadium facilities such as skyboxes and parking garages. Materials, Color and Style - Primary building materials should be brick, stone and precast concrete compatible in color, size and texture. Red brick and buff stone or precast are preferred unless otherwise dictated by context. Hipped or gabled roofs are preferred. Any flat roofs used for functional reasons should have parapet walls to conceal rooftop equipment or penthouses. Special Considerations – Several buildings in the Northwest Sector have a special relationship to the Vine Street Mall extending east from Memorial Stadium. These buildings include Memorial Stadium, the Coliseum, the Sapp Recreation Center, and the 8

Military and Naval Science Building (other buildings fronting on the mall will be noted in discussions of other sectors). These buildings, and any new buildings, future additions or renovations facing the mall, should address the mall with main entrances and adhere to the cornice and setback lines established by existing buildings. It is also desirable that buildings facing the mall provide a “front porch” or plaza addressing the mall, and that they respect the context of existing building styles and materials. Buildings along Stadium Drive and North 14th Street also deserve special consideration. Stadium Drive, and 10th Street south of R Street, becomes a processional way several times during the football season. The UNL Marching Band proceeds to Memorial Stadium along this corridor, as do many fans. Any new buildings or building renovations and additions along this street should recognize this special street character and incorporate appropriate features such as benches, special lighting, flags or banners, planting beds and removable bollards for closing portions of the street to traffic. North 14th Street will become a major north entrance to campus with completion of the proposed Holdrege Street Bypass. A “Sector Study” has been conducted for the portion of North 14th Street between Vine Street and the Holdrege Street Bypass. The study establishes more definitive design guidelines for this portion of North 14th Street, and should be consulted for future projects in this area.

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NORTH CENTRAL SECTOR OF UNL CITY CAMPUS

Existing Conditions (Numbers reference photos on the following page)

Master Plan Concepts

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BUILDING EXAMPLES City Campus North Central Sector

#1 Harper-Schramm-Smith Residential Complex 1969

#2 Triangle Fraternity 1970

#3 Teachers College Hall 2001

#4 Nebraska Hall and Scott Engineering Link 1958 (Acquired)/1986

#5 Mabel Lee Hall 1970

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North Central Sector Existing Conditions - The North Central Sector of City Campus contains both academic/ research and student life functions. The former consists of the Teachers College complex on the northeast corner of 14th and Vine Streets, and the Engineering College complex between 16th and 17th Streets, north of Vine Street. Both of these academic/research complexes are undergoing expansion and have significant presences on Vine Street. Student life functions in the North Central Sector of City Campus include the HarperSchramm-Smith Residence Hall complex, the Abel-Sandoz Residence Hall complex, several Greek houses, and recreation and athletic fields and facilities. Other functions in the North Central Sector of City Campus include several small buildings housing the offices of the American Mathematics Competition, engineering research, geological research, Nebraska State Museum storage and workspace, and campus recreation operations. Master Plan Concepts – The City Campus Master Plan suggests new facility sites along Vine Street and a new indoor tennis facility south of the Harper- Schramm-Smith Residence Hall complex. The indoor tennis facility will complement new outdoor tennis courts nearby, creating a complex shared by the Athletic and Campus Recreation Departments. South of the proposed tennis complex, the Master Plan proposes closing “W” Street between 14th and 16th Streets, demolishing the Reunion Building, and constructing a complex of recreation fields. Vine Street is shown as a gracious, tree-lined entrance into campus along the south edge of the North Central Sector. North 14th is also shown as a landscaped entrance into campus along the west edge of the sector. As previously noted in the Northwest Sector discussion, the former Union Pacific Railroad right-of-way along “X” Street from approximately 18th Street to 11th Street is shown as acquired by the University and used for an eastwest pedestrian/bicycle pathway across campus. Building Height and Massing – The North Central Sector of City Campus contains several large building complexes – the Harper-Schramm-Smith and Abel-Sandoz Residence complexes, the complex of Engineering College buildings north of Vine Street between 16th and 17th Streets and the complex of Teachers College buildings northeast of 14th and Vine Streets. New building height should not exceed four stories, or 60 feet from grade to the top of the eave or parapet. Materials, Color and Style - Brick, stone and precast concrete compatible in color, size and texture. Red brick and buff stone or precast are preferred unless otherwise dictated by context. Hipped or gabled roofs are preferred. Any flat roofs used for functional reasons should have parapet walls to conceal rooftop equipment or penthouses. Special Considerations – A number of buildings and some possible future building sites in the North Central Sector have a special relationship to the Vine Street Mall and/or Vine Street between 14th and about 20th Streets. These include the Teachers College complex, 12

Engineering College complex, and other possible new buildings on the north side of Vine Street. As noted in the Northwest Sector discussion, these buildings and any new buildings, future additions or renovations should address the Mall and Vine Street with their main entrances and adhere to the cornice and setback lines established by existing buildings. They should also respect the context of existing building styles and materials, and where possible provide a front plaza, “porch” or gathering area on Vine Street or the Vine Street Mall. The campus planner should be consulted regarding the impacts of various sector studies (Vine Street and North 14th Street) on design considerations in the North Central Sector.

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NORTHEAST SECTOR OF UNL CITY CAMPUS

Existing Conditions (Numbers reference photos on the following page)

Master Plan Concepts

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BUILDING EXAMPLES City Campus Northeast Sector

#1 Business Services 1966 (Acquired)

#2 Maintenance Building 1987 (Acquired)

#3 Facilities Management “A/B” 1990 (Acquired)

#4 Transportation Services 1978

#5 Landscape Services Building 1967 (Acquired) 15 15

Northeast Sector Existing Conditions - The Northeast Sector of City Campus contains mainly service functions that support UNL operations. These include facilities for the University Police, Landscape Services, Business Services, Transportation Services, and Facilities Management and Planning. In addition, the sector contains several small buildings used for miscellaneous storage. A considerable portion of the sector lies within the flood plain of Antelope Creek, limiting future development until such time as the Antelope Valley flood control project is completed. Master Plan Concepts – Four buildings in the Northeast Sector will be demolished for the new roadway and flood control channel to be constructed as part of the Antelope Valley Project. When the Antelope Valley Project is completed, the Northeast Sector will lie outside (east) of the perimeter road system enclosing City Campus. The Master Plan recommends continuing to use this area for service functions, as it is convenient to both City and East Campuses. Building Height and Massing – Existing buildings in the Northeast Sector of City Campus are largely single-story structures of an industrial or warehouse character. It is anticipated that future buildings or building additions in this sector will be of the same general character. Overall building height should not exceed 30 feet or two stories from grade to top of eave or parapet. Materials, Color and Style - Brick, stone, precast concrete and metal are acceptable building materials. Brick and stone should be used in all office and administrative areas while precast concrete and metal may be used for various shop, warehouse and storage facilities. Red brick and buff stone or precast is preferred unless otherwise dictated by context, and should be compatible with existing structures in terms of color, size and texture. Metals should be in anodized or pre-finished colors compatible with those of the sector, and bright or primary colors are discouraged. Hipped, gabled and flat roofs are permissible. Any flat roofs should use a parapet wall to conceal rooftop equipment or penthouses. Special Considerations – Future buildings and building additions in the Northeast Sector of City Campus may be more commercial/industrial in character, in keeping with the existing structures in the area. While existing buildings are mostly of masonry construction, other building materials such as metal or concrete may be appropriate. Open storage of vehicles, landscape, and construction materials exist in the area and is considered appropriate. Screening of open storage and metal buildings is encouraged in areas visible from adjacent areas and major streets.

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SOUTHEAST SECTOR OF UNL CITY CAMPUS

Existing Conditions (Numbers reference photos on the following page)

Master Plan Concepts

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BUILDING EXAMPLES City Campus Southeast Sector

#1 Beadle Center 1995

#2 17th and R Parking Structure 2001 18

Southeast Sector Existing Conditions - The Southeast Sector of City Campus is predominantly open space at the present time. Besides the George W. Beadle Center for Genetics and Biotechnical Research, a relatively new structure elevated above the level of the 100-year flood from Antelope Creek, the area contains a building housing UNL Mail and Distribution Services and a new UNL parking structure. Open uses in the area include recreation fields, tennis courts and surface parking. The Southeast Sector is now bordered on three sides by through streets, including the 17th Street and Vine Street arterials, and “Q” Street, one-way west bound at the south edge of campus. Master Plan Concepts - Upon completion of the Antelope Valley Project, and when the threat of flooding is largely eliminated, it is proposed in the City Campus Master Plan that the Southeast Sector will be used for future academic/research buildings, recreation fields and possibly additional Greek houses. Building Height and Massing – New buildings and building additions in the Southeast Sector of City Campus should respect the height and scale of the existing George W. Beadle Center. The parking structure southeast of 17th and R Streets uses building materials and design details sympathetic to the Beadle Center, and that theme is encouraged for future structures as well. In general, future buildings in the Southeast Sector should not exceed four stories or 60 feet from grade to eave or top of parapet. If possible, new construction should follow a courtyard type plan, which will break down the scale of large buildings and provide for natural light and ventilation. Buildings with “U”, “T” and “L” footprints are encouraged. Materials, Color and Style –Primary building materials should be brick, stone and precast concrete. Red brick and buff stone are preferred unless otherwise dictated by context. Hipped or gabled roofs are preferred. Any flat roofs used for functional reasons should have parapet walls to conceal rooftop equipment or penthouses. Special Considerations – Some future building sites in the Southeast Sector of City Campus front on Vine Street and buildings on those sites should follow the guidelines for Vine Street frontage buildings noted in the sections covering the Northeast and North Central Sectors. These include the use of building materials, styles, cornice lines and setbacks respectful of existing major buildings along Vine Street, and the use of front entrances and entry plazas or forecourts facing Vine Street. The “R” Street Corridor from 10th Street to the proposed Antelope Valley north-south roadway passes through three sectors of City Campus, the Southeast, South Central and Southwest. The Campus Planner should be consulted regarding any sector study that may impact development in this important corridor or any other portion of the Southeast Sector.

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SOUTH CENTRAL SECTOR OF UNL CITY CAMPUS

Existing Conditions (Numbers reference photos on the following page)

Master Plan Concepts

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BUILDING EXAMPLES City Campus South Central Sector

#1 Wick Alumni Center 1985

#2 University Health Center 1958/1985

#3 Gamma Phi Beta Sorority 415 N. 16th Street

#4 Seaton Hal1, 1947

#5 Nebraska State Historical Society (Non-University Building)

#6 Cather—Pound Residence Halls 1963 21 21

South Central Sector Existing Conditions – The South Central Sector of City Campus is mainly occupied by Campus Life functions. These include residence hall complexes, Greek houses, the University Health Center, several campus ministries and chapels, and the Wick Alumni Center. The SC Sector contains several through streets, including 16th, 17th, and “Q” Streets. Master Plan Concepts – The City Campus Master Plan does not recommend any major land use changes in the South Central Sector. A possible site for an additional residence hall complex is shown at the southwest corner of 17th and Vine Streets. Both 16th and 17th Streets through this sector may become more residential in character after completion of the proposed Antelope Creek north-south roadway along the eastern border of City Campus. Building Height and Massing – Many of the buildings in this area have simple shapes and massing, and new buildings or additions should follow this theme. Overall building height should not exceed three stories or 45 feet from grade to eave or top of parapet. Materials, Color and Style – Primary building materials in this sector of City Campus are brick and stone. The color of materials in new construction should be compatible with the context of the sector and in general should be red brick and buff stone. Additions to existing buildings should respect and use the material palette established in the original building. The sector contains numerous buildings with strong design elements such as cornices, pilasters, colonnades, and stone bases and lintels. Repeating such elements in new construction will further unify design in the sector. Special Considerations – The South Central Sector of City Campus contains several areas of special significance. These include Vine Street and the Vine Street Mall, the Greek Row Historic District, the Capitol Environs District and the “R” Street Corridor. Guidelines for buildings fronting Vine Street and the Vine Street Mall have been referenced in the Northwest, North Central, and Southeast Sector discussions, and apply here as well. However, it should be noted that Vine Street falls in elevation from west to east along the north edge of the South Central Sector, possibly permitting some variation in building height while maintaining fairly consistent cornice lines as recommended along Vine Street. The Greek Row Historic District includes street frontages along Vine Street, 16th Street and “R” Street. It includes 26 contributing and 9 non-contributing properties and was designated in 1997 as a National Register District demonstrating special significance in the area of education during the period 1917 to 1946. The Capitol Environs District includes Centennial Mall (15th Street) and adjacent properties from the State Capitol north to the City Campus. The UNL Campus Planner and the Preservation Planner for the City of Lincoln should be consulted for up-to-date information pertaining to the boundaries and requirement of these two special districts. Recommendations from the Southeast Sector pertaining to the R Street Corridor are applicable to the South Central Sector as well. 22

SOUTHWEST SECTOR OF UNL CITY CAMPUS

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Existing Conditions (Numbers reference photos on the following pages)

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Master Plan Concepts

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BUILDING EXAMPLES City Campus Southwest Sector “A”

#1 Architecture Hall 1912

#2 Richards Hall 1908

#3 Ferguson Hall 1949

#4 Woods Art Building 1963

#5 Sheldon Art Gallery 1963

#6 Lied Center for Performing Arts 1989 24 24

BUILDING EXAMPLES City Campus Southwest Sector “B”

#7 Love Library 1942/1975

#8 College of Business Administration 1920/1993

#9 Canfield Administration Building 1919/1956

#10 Kauffman Residential/Academic Center 2001

#11 Oldfather Hall 1970

#12 Burnett Hall 1947

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Southwest Sector The Southwest portion of City Campus is generally considered to be the “academic core” of campus. It contains most of the academic/research buildings on campus constructed before about 1960, as well as numerous venues for the performing arts, the Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery and the Nebraska State Museum. It is also generally considered to be the “front door” to the campus, and its south edge has been termed the “zipper zone” where campus and city central business district functions intermix. Although the Southwest portion of City Campus is similar in many respects, it is also considerably different in others, mainly in its physical characteristics. In recognition of those differences the Southwest Sector of City Campus has been divided into sub-sectors A and B for the purpose of analysis and recommendations. Southwest Sub-Sector A Existing Conditions – Southwest Sub-sector A comprises roughly the west half of the Southwest Sector, or that portion lying west of 12th Street from “Q” Street to “T” Street. It contains the four square blocks set aside by the Nebraska Legislature in 1869 for the original University of Nebraska campus. Several of the oldest remaining buildings on campus are in this sub-sector, including Architecture Hall (1894), Brace Lab (1904) and Richards Hall (1908). Master Plan Concepts – Sub-sector A is virtually fully developed, and the Campus Master Plan indicates a single future building site for a westward expansion of the Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery. However, there is an identified need for the future expansion of the Westbrook Music Building that emerged following preparation of the Master Plan. Manter Hall may also require expansion, although it is likely to be vertical rather than horizontal. Also, a small, one-story addition to Hamilton Hall, housing the City Campus Hazardous Materials facility, has been recently constructed. The Master Plan recommends the special treatment of the far southwest corner of campus at 10th and “Q” Streets. Envisioned is a special feature and/or landscape element to identify the campus. Building Height and Massing – Although Hamilton Hall in sub-sector A has a height of 9 floors above grade, it is recommended that future buildings and building additions respect the size and character of the older, historic buildings in the sub-sector. In general, the height of new buildings should not exceed three stories or 45 feet from grade to eave or top of parapet. The mass of new buildings or additions should likewise relate to the older, historic structures and should be articulated with offsets, recesses and projections to humanize their scale.

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Materials, Color and Style – Buildings in sub-sector A exhibit considerable variation in materials, color and style, depending largely upon their age. Historic structures such as Architecture Hall, Brace Lab and Richards Hall are red or brown brick with buff stone trim. Ferguson Hall (1949) and Manter Hall (1977) are also red brick with stone or concrete trim. Newer structures in the sub-sector use other, lighter color materials such as buff brick (Westbrook, Kimball Recital Hall and the Lied Center), travertine (Sheldon Art Gallery) and precast concrete (Hamilton Hall). The color of materials in new construction should be compatible with the context within the sub-sector and in general should be red brick and buff stone. Additions to existing buildings should respect and use the materials palette established in the original building. The subsector contains several buildings with strong design elements such as cornices, pediments, lintels and arches. Repeating such elements in new construction will further unify campus building design. Hipped or gabled roofs are preferred in this sub-sector. Flat roofs used for compelling functional reasons should have parapet walls of sufficient height to conceal rooftop equipment or penthouses. Special Considerations – As noted previously, the area of the original campus, from “R” to “T” Street and from 10th to 12th Street, has a unique character as well as some of the oldest remaining buildings on City Campus. Architecture Hall (1894) is on the National Register of Historic Places and has been sensitively renovated and restored. Richards Hall (1908) has also been renovated and restored for occupancy by the Department of Art and Art History. Brace Lab (1904) is also one of the oldest remaining buildings on City Campus and the Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery (1963) designed by Philip Johnson is generally recognized as one of the outstanding buildings in Lincoln and in the State of Nebraska. The largely informal quadrangle framed by Architecture Hall, Brace Lab, Ferguson Hall, Woods Art Building, Sheldon Art Gallery and Sculpture Court, the Lied Center for Performing Arts, Kimball Recital Hall and Westbrook Music Building, containing much of the original campus, is one of the most “campus-like” areas on City Campus, and its character should be carefully preserved. It is also highly suitable for outdoor events, with both soft and hard (paved) open areas for special gatherings and performances. Southwest Sub-Sector B Existing Conditions – Southwest Sub-Sector B comprises the east half of the Southwest Sector, or that portion lying east of 12th Street to approximately 15th Street, and from “Q” Street to Vine Street. Sub-sector B and its neighboring Sub-sector A to the west comprise the generally recognized academic core of the City Campus. The oldest remaining building in the sub-sector is the Temple Building (1906), and the newest completed building is the Kauffman Residential/Academic Center (2001).

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Master Plan Concepts – Although Southwest Sub-Sector B is largely developed, the Campus Master Plan has identified future building sites for an addition north of Love Library, a Visitor Center/Ross Film Theater and the Kauffman Residential Academic Center. The Vine Street Mall east of Memorial Stadium is to be extended one block further east following the removal of Lyman Hall and Bancroft Hall. The temporary surface parking on the existing mall is to be removed following completion of the proposed parking garage near 14th and Avery Avenue. Building Height and Massing – The height of new buildings should respect the size and character of the older academic buildings in sub-sector B. In general building height should be limited to three stories or 45 feet from grade to eave or top of parapet. The mass of new buildings or additions should likewise relate to the older structures and should be articulated with offsets, recesses and projects to humanize their scale. Materials, Color and Style – With a few exceptions, the existing buildings in sub-sector B are predominately red brick and buff stone, and those materials and colors should be used in new structures wherever possible. The common design elements of existing buildings in the sub-sector, columns, pilasters, architraves, cornices, stone bases and lintels, should be respected for design unification between old and new structures. Hipped or gabled roofs are preferred in this sub-sector. Flat roofs used for functional reasons should have parapet walls to conceal rooftop equipment or penthouses. Special Considerations – Sub-sector B contains several areas or zones of special significance impacting future building or building addition design. The recommendations with respect to buildings fronting on the Vine Street Mall have been noted in the analyses for the Northwest, North Central and Southeast Sectors, and should be followed where applicable in this sub-sector. The east-west R Street Corridor has special significance in that it combines heavy pedestrian, vehicular and bicycle traffic accessing the campus, special points of visitor interest, and a “front lawn” for the campus facing the Lincoln business district. It will assume an even great significance in terms of campus circulation as the future academic/research quadrangle is developed east of 17th Street. The area between R and Q Streets, commonly referred to as the Zipper Zone linking the City Campus and Downtown Lincoln, is a zone of mixed use and ownership where new structures should be compatible with design characteristics of both sides. The north-south streets in this zone should contribute to a smooth transition through the use of special street and sidewalk treatment, landscape design and street lighting. . The Capitol Environs District includes Centennial Mall (15th Street) and adjacent properties from the State Capitol north to the City Campus. The UNL Campus Planner and the Preservation Planner for the City of Lincoln should be consulted for up-to-date information pertaining to the boundaries and requirements of this special district.

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DEVANEY SECTOR OF UNL CITY CAMPUS

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BUILDING EXAMPLES City Campus Devaney Sector

#1 Bob Devaney Sports Center 1976

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Devaney Center Sector Existing Conditions - The UNL Bob Devaney Sports Center is located in the Nebraska State Fair Park north of the City Campus. The State Fair Park is owned by the State of Nebraska and managed by the State Fair Board, a private corporation. Immediately adjacent to the Devaney Sports Center, on the south side of Court Street, is a surface parking lot owned by UNL, and a small, single-story building housing the UNL Track and Field Office. Master Plan Concepts – The City Campus Master Plan reflects possible additions to the Bob Devaney Sport Center, both on the north and south sides of the present facility. It also reflects the possible closing of Court Street following completion of the Antelope Valley Project, and reconfiguration of the surface parking lot south of the Devaney Center. Vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian access between the City Campus and the Devaney Center will be improved as a result of a new roadway overpass across the Burlington Northern Santa Fe main line tracks, and a new pedestrian/bicycle trail paralleling the new Antelope Creek channel and passing under the railroad tracks. Building Height and Massing – The Bob Devaney Sports Center is the largest building on the UNL City Campus in terms of volume and total floor area. Additions to the Devaney Center should respect both the height and massing of the existing facility. New structures in the sector should not exceed five stories or 75 feet in height from grade to eave or top of parapet wall. Materials, Color and Style – Additions to or renovations of the Devaney Sports Center should follow the palette of color and materials and the general style of the existing structure. New structures may be of pre-cast concrete, brick, concrete masonry and metal and should likewise respect the color palette established by the Devaney Center and adjacent State Fair Park structures. Special Considerations – A recently developed Master Plan for the State Fair Park coordinates with the UNL City Campus Master Plan in terms of proposed vehicular circulation around the Devaney Center following completion of the Antelope Valley Project. Future projects in this sector should consult the State Fair Park Master Plan for possible impacts.

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WHITTIER SECTOR OF UNL CITY CAMPUS

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BUILDING EXAMPLES City Campus Whittier Sector

#1 Whittier Building 1924 (Acquired 1990)

#2 Vine Street Apartments 1995 (Acquired) 33 33

Whittier Sector Existing Conditions – The Whittier Sector of City Campus includes the former Whittier Junior High School building and site north of Vine Street between 22nd and 23rd Streets, and UNL surface parking lots on the north side of Vine Street between about 20th and 22nd Streets. The Whittier Building site also contains family housing units owned and operated by the UNL Housing Office. Master Plan Concepts – The City Campus Master Plan does not propose any change in use in the Whittier Sector. The City of Lincoln Urban Development Department has proposed a street improvement and beautification project along Vine Street from Antelope Creek to 27th Street. The proposed improvements include a median divided street, new street lighting, new sidewalks and improved landscaping, which will enhance the Malone Neighborhood as well as this important east entrance to the UNL City Campus. Upon completion of the Antelope Valley Project with its new roadway and improved stream channel for flood control, the Whittier Junior High School and adjacent UNL parking lots will be even more physically separated from the City Campus than at present. Building Height and Massing/Materials, Color and Style – While no new UNL structures are proposed in the Whittier Sector, any remodeling or renovation of UNL-owned structures should be respectful of the height, massing, styles, colors and materials of existing structures and the surrounding Malone Neighborhood. Special Considerations – The former Whittier Junior High School building was one of the first “junior high school” buildings (containing 7th, 8th and 9th grades) constructed in the nation. As such it has historical significance in the City of Lincoln as well as in a broader regional and national context. The Campus Planner and the City of Lincoln Historic Preservation Officer should be consulted regarding the impacts of the building’s historical significance prior to any remodeling, renovation or addition to the building or site.

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EAST CAMPUS DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Master Plan Design Context The UNL East Campus was a working farm when the University acquired it in 1874. For many years the “farm”, as it was then referred to, operated both to educate students in modern agricultural practices and for research in the emerging science of agriculture. The first formal plan for the East Campus was drawn in 1914, when it was proposed as the site for relocation of the already physically overcrowded City Campus (as an alternative to acquiring additional land to expand the City Campus). The relocation of City Campus was defeated in a statewide referendum. The impacts of the 1914 formal plan for East Campus can still be seen in the campus design, mainly in the historic central mall/quadrangle surrounded by the Ag Communications Building (1899), Agriculture Hall (1904), the Plant Industry Building (1912), Chase Hall (1918), Ruth Leverton Hall (1943), and the Home Economics Building (1974). Subsequent planning efforts have also impacted the design and physical arrangement of East Campus. The organizing “loop drive” internal to the campus was proposed in East Campus Master Plans of 1962 and 1967, and has been completed except for a final north to south link between the South Central and Southwest Sectors of campus. The 1998 East Campus Master Plan builds upon the accomplishments of past planning efforts. A new south entrance to the campus complements the historic campus mall while reducing the number of entrance points and potential traffic conflicts along Holdrege Street. The proposed new south entrance, and new east and north entrances, link to the loop drive, greatly improve campus accessibility from all directions, and provide strong campus identification elements. The main “core” of the campus, comprised largely of academic and research facilities, is contained within the loop drive, while visitor generating, research and service functions are grouped along and outside of the loop drive. The portion of East Campus falling within the 100-year flood plain of Dead Man’s Run remains in open uses, largely for research plots. And the quiet, open character of the campus is preserved by maintaining valuable natural areas in the form of arboreta, botanical gardens, malls, park-like borders and tree-lined walkways.

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EAST CAMPUS SECTOR CONSIDERATIONS The UNL East Campus has also been divided into “sectors” or areas for the purpose of visual analysis. As previously noted, these sectors shown on the following map do not conform to any particular architectural or functional boundaries, but are geographic divisions following identifiable physical features, usually streets. In all cases the campus-wide guidelines and Master Plan recommendations are intended to apply to all sectors, but separate guidelines may focus on individual sectors in recognition of unique and desirable visual characteristics that are worthy of preservation and enhancement. In that sense, the separate guidelines may be thought of as “overlays” to the basic campus-wide and Master Plan guidelines and recommendations.

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NORTHWEST SECTOR OF UNL EAST CAMPUS

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BUILDING EXAMPLES East Campus Northwest Sector

#1 Ag Warehouse 1 1968

#2 Stewart Seed Lab 1970

#3 Poultry Complex Building “A” 1963

#4 Waste Accumulation Building 1985

#5 Agronomy Outstate Testing Lab 1982

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Northwest Sector Existing Conditions – The Northwest Sector of East Campus has developed mainly for research and service functions. Research activities include poultry facilities, the Stewart Seed Lab, and various research fields. Service activities include landscape support, a plant nursery, utilities storage, warehousing, and offices and other facilities supporting the Environmental Health program. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (an agency of State government) has its headquarters in the Northwest Sector of East Campus, north of Loop Drive and east of 33rd Street. An outdoor rodeo arena facility has been developed north of the Game and Parks facility and south of Dead Man’s Run in support of a student “club sport” program. A considerable portion of the Northwest Sector lies within the 100year flood plain of Dead Man’s Run, a left bank tributary to Salt Creek. Master Plan Concepts – The Master Plan recommends little change in the proposed functions of the Northwest Sector of East Campus. A few new building sites are suggested along a new campus entrance road from Huntington Avenue. These sites suggest possible locations for service function buildings that may be relocated to construct the entrance road. These new building sites are to be set back from the entrance road a sufficient distance to permit a generously landscaped entrance road right-of-way. Most of the remaining undeveloped area in the Northwest Sector lies in the floodplain of Dead Man’s Run, and must remain in open uses. Building Height and Massing – With the exception of the Game and Parks Commission facilities, structures in the Northwest Sector are one story. It is recommended that future buildings and structures be limited to three stories or 45 feet from grade to eaves or top of parapet. Materials, Color and Style – Brick, stone, precast concrete and metal are acceptable building materials. Brick and stone should be used in all office and administrative areas while precast concrete and metal may be used for various shop, warehouse and storage facilities. Red or tan brick and buff stone or precast is preferred as dictated by context, and should be compatible with existing structures in terms of color, size and texture. Metals should be in anodized or pre-finished colors compatible with those of the sector, and bright or primary colors are discouraged. Hipped or gabled roof are preferred. Any flat roofs should use a parapet wall to conceal rooftop equipment or penthouses. Special Considerations – The Northwest Sector of East Campus will receive more exposure to perimeter traffic following completion of the new east-west roadway (part of the Antelope Valley Project) paralleling the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad from 10th Street to Adams Street. That roadway will link City and East Campus and intersects with 33rd Street at Huntington Avenue. As a consequence, campus facility and land use planners must be concerned with the appearance of the campus from those vantage points and utilitarian structures such as concrete or metal buildings should be carefully sited and screened from view. The Master Plan recommends a campus identification element at the corner of 33rd Street and Huntington Avenue, as well as a landscaped, park-like campus border similar to the campus border along Holdrege Street. 39

NORTHEAST SECTOR OF UNL EAST CAMPUS

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BUILDING EXAMPLES East Campus Northeast Sector

#1 East Campus Greenhouses Various Dates and Sizes

#2 Vet Basic Science Building 1977

#3 Vet Diagnostic Facility 1976

#4 Animal Research Facility 1976

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Northeast Sector Existing Conditions - The Northeast Sector of East Campus is devoted largely to research fields and facilities and other open space uses such as recreation fields and a plant nursery and mulching operation for the Agronomy Department and Landscape Services Department. In addition to field plots, research facilities in the Northeast Sector include greenhouse complexes and animal research facilities. Academic and service facilities in the sector consist of the Veterinary Basic Science Building and Vet Diagnostic Laboratory. As is the case in the Northwest Sector, a large portion of the Northeast Sector lies within the 100-year flood plain of Dead Man’s Run. A right bank tributary to Dead Man’s Run also passes through this sector paralleling and about one-half block west of 48th Street. The tributary and Dead Man’s Run are the subject of bank stabilization efforts by the Lower Platte South Natural Resources District and the City of Lincoln. Future stabilization efforts may impact land use within the Northeast Sector and the Campus Planner should be consulted concerning the status and recommendations of bank stabilization efforts. Master Plan Concepts – The East Campus Master Plan does not propose significant changes in existing land uses in the Northeast Sector. As noted, the flood plain of Dead Man’s Run and its right-bank tributary limits development in much of the Sector, and open uses such as research plots will continue to be an optimum land use in the sector until such time as some measure of flood control is achieved. A new campus entrance road is proposed from 48th Street and a landscaped park-like border and sidewalks like that now found along Holdrege Street is recommended along Huntington Avenue/Leighton Street and along 48th Street. A campus identification element is also proposed at the corner of 48th Street and Leighton Street, adjacent to the University Place commercial area. Recent discussions concerning a location for a new Natural Resources Building Complex on East Campus have resulted in the recommendation that the open area in the Northeast Sector between the existing greenhouses and Animal Research/Veterinary Basic Science complex remain in recreation fields rather than becoming a future building site and parking lot. In exchange, the Master Plan site for future recreation fields located within the Loop Drive north of the College of Dentistry is recommended as a site for future buildings. Building Height and Massing – Building height in the Northeast Sector of City Campus should not exceed 3 stories or 45 feet from grade to eaves or top of parapet. Materials, Color and Style – Brick and stone or precast concrete are acceptable building materials. Greenhouses constructed of metal and glass are also acceptable in this sector. Buff brick, stone and precast is the preferred color. Hipped or gabled roofs are preferred. If flat roofs are used for functional reasons, parapet walls should conceal roof top equipment or penthouses. 42

Special Considerations – Future development in the Northeast Sector must recognize the recommended campus border, corner identification elements, location of field research plots, new east entrance road and flood plain of Dead Man’s Run when locating future buildings and open space uses. Any future facilities along the loop drive should observe a set back similar to established buildings such as the Law College and maintain generous open spaces between buildings.

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SOUTHEAST SECTOR OF UNL EAST CAMPUS

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BUILDING EXAMPLES East Campus Southeast Sector

#1 McCollum Hall (Law College) 1975

#2 Welpton Courtroom 1983

#3 Barkley Memorial Center 1976/86

#4 University Park Apartments 1957

#5 Orchard House 1960

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Southeast Sector Existing Conditions – The Southeast Sector of East Campus contains the facilities of the Law College and the Barkley Memorial Center, a research and academic facility devoted to speech and hearing disorders. East of these two facilities, which both lie on the east side of Loop Drive, are plots for horticultural research, including fruit and nut orchards as well as some vegetable crops. Immediately east of the Barkley Center and north of Holdrege Street are the University Park Apartments, married student housing operated by University Housing. A portion of the Southeast Sector is in the flood plain of the ascending right bank tributary to Dead Man’s Run paralleling 48th Street. As previously noted, future bank stabilization efforts along this tributary may impact existing and future land use planning decisions in the Southeast Sector of East Campus, and the Campus Planner should be contacted regarding the status and recommendations of bank stabilization planning. Master Plan Concepts – The Master Plan recognizes the need for an addition to the Law College (McCollum Hall and Welpton Courtroom) and the possible need for expansion of the University Park Apartments in the Southeast Sector of East Campus. In addition, it recognizes continued use of the sector for open uses, primarily research plots. As noted in the discussion on the Northeast Sector, future bank stabilization efforts along the Dead Man’s Run tributary paralleling 48th Street may impact existing and future land use in that vicinity. Building Height and Massing - – Building height in the Southeast Sector of City Campus should not exceed 3 stories or 45 feet from grade to eaves or top of parapet. Materials, Color and Style – Primary building materials should be brick, stone and precast concrete. Buff is the preferred color. Hipped or gabled roofs are preferred. If flat roofs are used for functional reasons, parapet walls should conceal roof top equipment or penthouses. Special Considerations – Future development in the Southeast Sector should recognize the recommended campus border, corner identification elements, new east entrance road, setback from Loop Drive and the flood plain of the Dead Man’s Run tributary when locating future buildings and open space uses.

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SOUTH CENTRAL SECTOR OF UNL EAST CAMPUS

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BUILDING EXAMPLES East Campus South Central Sector

#1 Agricultural Hall 1904

#2 Home Economics 1974

#3 Leverton Hall 1943

#4 Chase Hall 1918

#5 Love Memorial Hall 1940

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BUILDING EXAMPLES East Campus South Central Sector

#7 Nebraska East Union 1977

#8 Natural Resources Hall 1918

#9 Filley Hall 1917

#10 C.Y. Thompson Library 1965

#11 Keim Hall and Plant Science Hall 1950/1979

#12 Miller Hall 1908

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South Central Sector Existing Conditions – The South Central Sector of East Campus contains the major concentration of academic facilities on the campus. Although it is the most densely developed portion of the campus, it also contains a number of significant open spaces including the historic East Campus Mall, Maxwell Arboretum, Yeutter Garden, prairie grasses demonstration area and Native American Memorial Site, as well as various recreation courts, the beautifully landscaped quadrangle west of the C.Y. Thompson Library (Union Meadow) and the park-like campus frontage along Holdrege Street. Significant buildings in the South Central Sector include the six structures framing the historic mall, several of which are among the oldest buildings on campus. Also located in this sector are the large complexes of the Animal Sciences Facility, Plant Sciences/Keim Hall Facility, and the College of Dentistry. The Nebraska East Union is centrally located and serves as the social center of the campus. It also hosts many conferences and special events that attract large numbers of visitors to the campus. A few support facilities are located in the South Central Sector adjacent to Loop Drive. These include the Utility Plant, Service Building, Conservation and Survey Annex and a Landscape Services plant nursery. The USDA National Agroforestry Center is also located in this general area. Master Plan Concepts – The East Campus Master Plan recommends concentrating the academic facilities of the East Campus within the South Central Sector and making it as pedestrian friendly as possible. Future building sites have been identified in this sector between Chase Hall and Plant Industries on the historic mall, immediately east of Chase Hall, north of Kiesselbach Lab on the former site of the Livestock Judging Pavilion, south of Keim Hall on the site of the former Ag Biochemistry Building (to be demolished under the provisions of LB 1100), and west of the Biological Systems Engineering Research Lab. In addition, as previously noted, it has been recommended that the site shown on the Master Plan for new recreation fields north of the Dental College be used instead for future buildings, and recreation fields remain and be expanded in their present location in the Northeast Sector, just east of the greenhouses. The East Campus Master Plan recommends restoration of the historic mall to more nearly resemble its original character. Also recommended is a new mall leading from North Loop Drive south to the Nebraska East Union. The latter will improve wayfinding and accessibility to the Union for visitors and attendees to the many events at the facility. A new formal entrance to East Campus is proposed on Holdrege Street to improve campus identity and heighten the sense of arrival. The design of this entrance should take into consideration existing structures and memorial areas.

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Building Height and Massing – The height, scale and spacing of new buildings in the South Central Sector should be consistent with the existing historic buildings in the sector. The overall height of new construction and additions should not exceed three stories or 45 feet from grade to eaves or top of parapet. The footprint of new buildings should be as consistent as possible with historic buildings in the sector, and if significantly larger should be broken down through the use of offsets, outsets, arcades or other devices to reduce apparent mass. Materials, Color and Style – Primary building materials for facades should be brick with stone or precast concrete trim. Secondary materials used for trim and accent may include wood and metal in a manner consistent with existing buildings. Color of materials should be consistent with the context of the sector, primarily buff brick and stone, or alternately red brick with buff stone trim if established by context. Hipped or gabled roofs or a combination or both are recommended. Flat roofs are discouraged. The South Central Sector contains many historic buildings with common design elements such as cornices, brackets, colonnades, pilasters, and stone bases and lintels. Repeating these features in new construction will strengthen the character of the sector and is encouraged. Special Considerations – The South Central Sector of East Campus contains the historic Central Mall, and may contain a future mall from North Loop Drive south to the Nebraska East Union. Buildings fronting these malls require special considerations such as those previously noted with respect to the Vine Street Mall on City Campus. These considerations include that new buildings, future additions or renovations facing a mall should address the mall with main entrances, adhere to cornice and set-back lines established by existing buildings, and respect the context of existing building styles and materials.

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SOUTHWEST SECTOR OF UNL EAST CAMPUS

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BUILDING EXAMPLES East Campus Southwest Sector

#2 Clifford Hardin Center for Continuing Education 1962

#1 Clifford Hardin Center for Continuing Education 1962

#3 Terry M. Carpenter Telecommunications Center (Non-University Building)

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Southwest Sector Existing Conditions – The Southwest Sector of East Campus borders 33rd Street from Holdrege Street north to Merrill Street (East Campus Loop Drive). It contains the Clifford Hardin Nebraska Center for Continuing Education, the Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Center and the Pershing Armory (a non-university facility). Facilities located in this sector are served largely from 33rd Street and have no direct connection to the East Campus internal street system. Master Plan Concepts – New building sites in the Southwest Sector have been identified between the Nebraska Center for Continuing Education and the Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Center, and between the Telecommunications Center and the Pershing Armory. While it is recommended that new buildings in this sector should continue to address 33rd Streets with major entrances, the proposed final link in the East Campus Loop Drive will also provide buildings in this sector with future access to the campus’s internal road system. This future dual street access will have significant design implications in that the buildings will have two “fronts”, one on 33rd Street and the Clinton Neighborhood, and one on the campus loop drive. The dual access and frontage will also serve to integrate the sector into the fabric of the campus. It is recommended in the Master Plan that all existing and future buildings in this sector provide a well landscaped street frontage, both along 33rd Street and in the future along the loop drive. Building Height and Massing – Existing buildings in the Southwest Sector of East Campus are fairly large scale, both in height and mass. Future buildings in this sector may be of similar character, and even physically linked to existing, adjacent buildings. It is recommended that future buildings be limited to six stories or 75 feet from grade to eaves or top of parapet. The footprint of new buildings should respect the size and shape of existing buildings, and if linked to existing buildings should be visually separated to give the appearance of separate, independent structures rather than the appearance of a continuous, large building fronting 33rd Street or West Loop Drive. Materials, Color and Style – As in the South Central Sector of East Campus, the primary building materials for facades should be brick and with stone or precast concrete trim. Secondary materials used for trim and accent may include wood and metal in a manner consistent with existing buildings. The color of building façade materials should be consistent with the context of the sector, primarily buff brick and stone unless otherwise established by context. Flat roofs are most prevalent in this sector and are an acceptable roof type. Hipped or gabled roofs are also acceptable. Special Considerations – Because of the traffic generating nature of facilities in this sector, the Master Plan recommends the possible integration of a multi-level parking structure with future buildings along 33rd Street. 54

IMPLEMENTATION Methods of Implementation It is the responsibility of designers and project managers of university facilities, including buildings and their sites as well as infrastructure such as landscaping, lighting, streets, sidewalks and street furniture, to observe these guidelines wherever applicable. When it is considered necessary to depart from these guidelines, the rationale for doing so should be presented as the project moves forward through the various review and approval stages in the design process. In addition to implementation through project designers and managers, the following processes will be used to foster implementation of these design guidelines. Aesthetics Review Committee – The Aesthetics Review Committee (ARC), established by the UNL Chancellor, is charged with maintaining and promoting the planning objectives, architectural and aesthetic character of the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. The ARC is composed of the Campus Architect (serving as committee chair), the Campus Landscape Architect (vice chair), the Dean of the College of Architecture, the Campus Planner, and one faculty member from the Academic Planning Committee. The Committee fulfills its charge by reviewing and making recommendations on projects that could have significant impacts on the exterior aesthetics of the UNL campuses. ARC reviews projects meeting various thresholds of cost at one or more stages of design, after which ARC recommends approval, approval with modifications, or disapproval to the Chancellor, through the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Planning and Management. The ARC has reviewed and endorsed these design guidelines, and will serve as the review body for waiver requests. The document creating ARC and specifying its duties and responsibilities is provided at Appendix A. Facilities Management Design Standards – The Department of Facilities Management and Planning promulgates design standards for new and renovated UNL buildings. The Facilities Management and Planning design standards incorporate these design guidelines by reference. Other Design Guidelines – Separate design guidelines may be issued from time to time concerning various elements that impact campus aesthetics. These may include guidelines for exterior signs, banners, lighting, street furniture (seating, trash receptacles, bicycle racks, etc.), or paving, for example. When approved, such guidelines are considered to be incorporated into these guidelines by reference.

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APPENDIX A AESTHETICS REVIEW COMMITTEE AND AESTHETICS REVIEW PROCESS FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA—LINCOLN Date: Authority: Revised June 16, 2000. The Chancellor hereby establishes the membership of the Aesthetics Review Committee (ARC) and its function of reviewing and making recommendations as outlined in the following paragraphs on projects that could have a significant impact on the exterior aesthetics of the UNL campuses. To maintain and promote the planning objectives, architectural and aesthetic character of the University of Nebraska—Lincoln. The Aesthetics Review Committee (ARC) shall consist of the Campus Architect (chair), the Campus Landscape Architect (vice chair), the Dean of the College of Architecture (or designee), the Campus Planner, and one faculty member from the Academic Planning Committee. The Academic Planning Committee shall appoint the faulty member to a one-year term on the ARC. When a member of the ARC cannot attend a meeting of the ARC, that member may designate a person from the member’s unit or committee to represent the member at the meeting. Project—any undertaking of facilities remodeling, altering, renovating or maintenance; or an addition to, demolition of, or new construction of any building or structure; development of the landscape; or the placement of a work of art outside of the Sheldon Sculpture Garden, exterior signage, banners or other improvement of real property. Landscape—the design, location, construction or planting of ground cover, shrubs and trees; plazas, fountains, pools, sidewalks, parking lots, roads, drives, bicycle racks, benches, kiosks and other exterior furniture. Impact on the exterior aesthetics of a campus — the visual impact of any exterior change, system of changes or addition to real property owned by the University and located on the campus. Process: All UNL project proposals must be submitted to the Campus Architect except for landscape projects, the placement of freestanding exterior art or signage, and the placement of banners (refer to the UNLO Banner Policy), which shall be submitted to the Campus Landscape Architect. It shall be their responsibility to refer to ARC those proposals that will have a significant impact on the exterior aesthetics of the UNL campuses. 56

Purpose: Membership:

Definitions:

Minor projects ($250,000 and under) — All minor projects that could have a significant impact on the exterior aesthetics of a campus must be acted on by the ARC early in the design process. If a significant change in a project’s design or site development is proposed after the ARC has reviewed and commented on its preliminary design, the Campus Architect or the Campus Landscape Architect shall bring the project back to the ARC for further review and recommendation on the aesthetic impacts of those proposed changes. The Aesthetics Review Committee (ARC) is advisory to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning. ARC’s recommendations and the Assistant Vice Chancellor’s decisions are required to be consistent with campus planning goals and objectives set forth in the current campus master plan. The ARC shall recommend to the Assistant Vice Chancellor (1) approval, (2) approval contingent upon specific modifications, or (3) disapproval on all projets. It will be the ARC chair’s responsibility to transmit its recommendations to the Assistant Vice Chancellor. It will be the responsibility of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities management and Planning to consider ARC recommendations and either approve or disapprove proposed minor projects in a timely manner. It will be the responsibility of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning to see that the ARC meets it responsibilities in a timely and effective manner, and that decisions are transmitted to the proposers. If the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning disagrees with the ARC’s recommendations, he/she shall ask the ARC for further consideration. If consensus cannot be reached, the issue shall be forwarded through the Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance to the Chancellor for a decision. The proposer of a project disapproved by the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities management and Planning may (1) cancel the project, (2) accept design modifications recommended by the ARC and Assistant Vice Chancellor and resubmit the project, or (3) appeal the action. All appeals shall be routed through the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning to the Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance, who will introduce the appeal to the Chancellor’s Cabinet for review and recommendation. The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning will provide the ARC with copies of all appeals that are sent forward. 57

After discussion with the Cabinet, the Chancellor will rule on the appeal and notify appellants of the decision, with copies to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning and members of the ARC in a timely manner. Medium Scale Projects ($250,000—$1,000,000 — All medium scale projects that could have a significant impact on the exterior aesthetics of the UNL campus will be reviewed by the ARC during the schematic design process. The ARC shall make recommendations to the professionals who are developing these projects and the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning. If a significant change in a project’s design or site development is proposed after the ARC has reviewed and commented on its schematic design, the Campus Architect will bring the project back to the ARC for further review and recommendation on the aesthetic impact of those proposed changes. Schematic design documents and recommendations from ARC will be sent to the Chancellor by the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning. Schematic design documents that are approved by the Chancellor shall be forwarded to the Board of Regents, at the Chancellor’s discretion. Documents that are disapproved, or require modification, shall be returned to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning through the Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance. The Chancellor’s decision shall be communicated to the project proposers and the ARC in a timely manner. Major Projects (over $1,000,000—All major projects that could have a significant impact on the exterior aesthetics of the UNL campus will be reviewed by the ARC during a series of two charrettes and a Schematic Design review session. They will take place during the development of the Program Statement, early in the Schematic Design Phase, and near the end of the Schematic Design Phase. Participants in the charrettes and Schematic Design review will include:
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the Chancellor (or the Chancellor’s designee), appropriate Vice Chancellors, consulting architects who have been commissioned for the project, the project manager, the Aesthetics Review Committee, and appropriate Program/Building Committee/Use representatives.

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The ARC will be expected to actively participate in the charrettes. At the conclusion of each charrette, the ARC may choose to document its observations and recommendations in written form and share them with the charrette participants. At the conclusion of the Schematic Design review session, the ARC shall make recommendations to the professions who are developing these projects and the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning. Schematic design documents and recommendations from ARC will be sent to the Chancellor by the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning. Schematic design documents that are approved by the Chancellor shall be forwarded to the Board of Regents, at the Chancellor’s discretion, with copies to members of ARC. Documents that are disapproved, or require modification, shall be returned to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and Planning. The Chancellor’s decision shall be communicated to the project proposers and ARC in a timely manner. If a significant change in a project’s design or site development is proposed after the ARC has reviewed and commented on the Schematic Design, the Campus Architect will bring the project back to the ARC for further review and recommendation on the aesthetic impact of those proposed changes. Review of ARC Effectiveness The ARC and the Aesthetics Review Process shall be subject to periodic review by the Chancellor, who may modify, maintain or terminate the committee and process at his/her discretion.

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