LANDSCAPE MASTER PLAN AND DESIGN GUIDELINES - JULY 2021
WHEEL DISMOUNT ZONES
CAMPUS CORE/ ACADEMIC AREAS
A wheeled dismount zone can easily be established for the National City campus to limit bikes and skateboards to the perimeter of campus outside the fenced areas of campus. This will ensure that the pedestrian takes priority inside the core courtyards. Adequate bike parking and skateboard storage should be provided at the perimeter to encourage people to lock up their wheels and should be located in an area that is visible to discourage theft.
The existing courtyard plantings at either end of the artificial turf area should be maintained with an even level of mulch and proper irrigation coverage to enhance plant growth. More shade and additional, movable seating should be added to the courtyard to allow maximum flexibility for events, gatherings, and individual or small-group use. Additional features such as power stations and WiFi hot spot should also be included to improve the usability of the space. Lighting should be assess to ensure safe and optimal coverage for use at night. The artificial turf area should be maintained as even and universally accessible surface.
UNDEVELOPED/ TRANSITIONAL AREAS The potential for integrating planting in the corridor between the parking garage and the main building should be explored in order to reduce glare and provide shade for the main building and associated utilities. In order to ensure that the area remains safe for pedestrians, the new landscape planters should include trees and low-growing shrubs or ground cover only, to ensure that hiding spaces are created. None should block the path of travel, which should remain universally accessible. The artificial turf area should also be maintained as even and universally accessible.
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