REGIONAL SCALED DEVELOPMENTS WITH MIXED-USE BUILDING TYPES THAT MAINTAIN ACTIVE GROUND FLOORS
INTEGRATE DISTRICT AND PUBLIC PARKING SOLUTIONS THAT PRIORITIZE ACTIVATED STREETSCAPES OVER LARGE SURFACE PARKING AREAS
INTEGRATE PUBLIC OPEN SPACE, AMENITIES AND ART TO ENHANCE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND VIBRANCY
ATTRACT INSTITUTIONAL USES AND OTHER REGIONAL ANCHORS TO HELP DEFINE THE CHARACTER OF THE STATION AREA
INCLUDE HOUSING OPTIONS, HOSPITALITY, AND RETAIL
• ACTIVE STREETS - Encourage ground-floor retail, dining, and service uses along key streets to foster pedestrian activity and contribute to a lively streetscape.
• SPECIAL USE OVERLAYS - Establish development overlays that offer greater flexibility in land use, allowing for a diverse mix of functions that adapt to the evolving needs of the community.
• TARGETED DENSITY - Concentrate the highest density and intensity of development within a 1/4 mile radius of transit stations to create compact, walkable hubs of activity.
• FLEXIBLE MIX OF USES - Promote vertical mixed-use developments which allow for a more vibrant, active and dense community development.
• MICROMOBILITY INFRASTRUCTURE - Build a comprehensive network of pedestrian pathways, bike lanes, and micromobility options (e.g., e-scooters, shared bikes) to promote seamless multimodal transit access and reduce car dependence.
• DYNAMIC PUBLIC SPACES - Activate public spaces and pedestrian pathways with features such as seating, shade structures, greenery, and lighting to encourage interaction and connectivity.
• WAYFINDING AND BRANDING - Use wayfinding signage and amenities to create a cohesive identity for each station area.
• WATER SMART OPEN SPACES - Utilize green infrastructure and sustainable water management practices to create shaded, cooling spaces that counteract the urban heat island effect and promote environmental resilience.
• SMART PARKING AND OPEN SPACE - Implement innovative parking strategies, such as shared parking, parking structures, and on-demand options, to minimize the land dedicated to cars and maximize space for parks and public open areas.
• OPEN SPACE NETWORK - Develop a well-connected network of open spaces centered around transit stations, with each station acting as a node in a broader green infrastructure plan that enhances urban livability.