sewickley heights pattern book
Protecting the character and value of a legendary community
Most of the Borough of Sewickley Heights falls within a historic district tucked into a diverse, historic landscape. The borough recognized that its existing ordinances and approval process were not yielding development that fits into the landscape and character. UDA was hired to develop a pattern book to take proactive steps towards maintaining and preserving that character. Best practices were incorporated into the pattern book for land development, stormwater management, renewable and passive energy standards, approval process tools, site development, grading, and building forms and types. Since adoption, the updated regulations, entitlement process, and design guidelines have protected some of the Heights’ most authentic elements and places.