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English Woods
A temporary community of the past, pushing for a promising plan in the future
The neighborhood of English Woods began as a temporary housing project of the 1940s, its temporary status however grew into a permanent settlement. In recent years, it has been subject to demolition due to neglect and is now looking for a plan for the future that will provide sustainable living for the Mill Creek Community.
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Overall Goals
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1 of 52 Cincinnati Neighborhoods
3 Housing Diversity Connectivity Address Community Issues
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An overarching goal from the beginning of the analysis was to fix the lack of housing and housing diversity in the area.
With only one through street in the neighborhood, improving how cars and pedestrians would move was a large focus in this analysis.
The community surrounding English Woods faces many problems such as lack of basic needs and resources, so the new neighborhood needed to serve more than just its residents.
Current Site Conditions
Only two main entryways with one through street
Past Development Pattern
Sutter View: most recent housing project; renovations in 2020
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