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1 DeSoto Hampton Corridor Revitalization Overview of Mixed Use Development

2 What is mixed-use development? Mixed-use development is the combination of different but compatible land uses within a single building, site, or district. Example of development patterns MAGNOLIA HEMPHILL Restaurant / Retail Barbershop/ Residential Bank / Residential Retail/ OfficeRetail/ Residential

3 What are the benefits of mixed-use development? Revitalization commercial districts; Development of multi-family housing at appropriate locations; Protection of single-family residential neighborhoods; Efficiency in the provision of public facilities and services; Convenience for residents and workers; Reduced frequency and distance of single-occupancy vehicle trips; Residential and employment density to support transit; Protection of the environment; and Sense of community.

4 Typical Euclidean Zoning Advantages Focus on districts Legally predictable Ease of implementation Disadvantages Focus on land use Rigid and inflexible Institutionalization of outdated planning theory One size fits all Proscriptive

5 Euclidian Response to Place and Context Planned Developments (PD) Advantages Allows flexibility from standard rules to permit mixed uses, creative design Responsive to context, fosters innovation and use of multiple building types Win-win negotiations with the developer and community Disadvantages Highly discretionary process can lead to high degree of uncertainty Each development has its own set of standards Monitoring and administration increases over time.

6 Hybrid Approach to Place and Context Mixed Use Zoning Advantages Allows flexibility from standard rules and permits mixed uses. District and use focused Easy to administer and legally predictable Disadvantages Does not respond well to unique site and contextual situations Uses are standardized One size fits all Proscriptive

7 Which zoning classifications are usually acceptable and which tend to be most desirable in mixed-use centers? DesirableAcceptableAllowedClassifications Industrial Park Industrial Commercial Retail Neighborhood Com. Multifamily Two family/Duplex Single family Residential Planned development Agriculture MostUsuallyNotZoning

8 Examples of Mixed Use Development

9 Southlake Town Square, City of Southlake: Pedestrian friendly Mix of retail on ground & office above Public plaza & gathering space Government facilities incorporated Designated “DT” zoning

10 Examples of Mixed Use Development Addison Circle, City of Addison: Open space in center Residential / retail mix Located along transit stop

11 Examples of Mixed Use Development Kierland Commons, Scottsdale Az: High-end building design Adjacent to open space Vehicular traffic along major arterial 530,000 sf of mixed use

12 Examples of Mixed Use Development Urban Villages, City of Fort Worth: An urban village is an urbanized place with a mix of uses, jobs, public spaces, transportation connections, pedestrian activity and a sense of place. Urban villages are frequently located at significant intersections. Urban villages share certain design characteristics, including:  Pedestrian-oriented buildings with minimal front yard setbacks;  Screened parking areas located to the rear or side of buildings;  Buildings designed to accommodate changes in use over time.

13 Examples of Mixed Use Development Urban Villages, City of Fort Worth: Urban Village Program Requirements Constructing capital improvements to upgrade infrastructure and create high quality public spaces. Applying economic incentives to make urban infill projects as profitable as suburban development. Applying mixed-use zoning to permit higher-density, pedestrian-oriented development consistent with community vision.

14 Mixed Use Development Elements

15 Setbacks:

16 Mixed Use Development Elements Landscape:

17 Mixed Use Development Elements Pedestrian-friendly Environment:

18 Mixed Use Development Elements Streetscape Design and Character:

19 Mixed Use Development Elements Building Articulation:


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