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058 of 2010 - Adopting the North Temple Boulevard Plan 0 10-1 f j P 10-13 SALT LAKE CITY ORDINANCE No. 58 of 2010 (Adopting the North Temple Boulevard Plan) An ordinance adopting the North Temple Boulevard Plan pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2009-00510. WHEREAS, the Salt Lake City Planning Commission ("Planning Commission") held a public hearing on February 24, 2010 on an application submitted by Mayor Ralph Becker ("Applicant") to adopt the North Temple Boulevard Plan (Petition No. PLNPCM2009-00510) to develop land use policy for development near light rail facilities in the vicinity of the North Temple Boulevard; and WHEREAS, at its February 24, 2010 meeting, the Planning Commission considered all of the proposed North Temple Boulevard Plan except for a portion of that plan pertaining to the proposed Viaduct Station area, since proposed plans for the Viaduct Station area had not yet gone through a public comment process; and WHEREAS, at its February 24, 2010 meeting, the Planning Commission voted in favor of forwarding a positive recommendation to the Salt Lake City Council ("City Council") on the portions of the proposed North Temple Boulevard Plan not including the proposed Viaduct Station area; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on April 14, 2010 on that portion of Petition No. PLNPCM2009-00510 submitted by Mayor Ralph Becker pertaining to the Viaduct Station element of the North Temple Boulevard Plan; and WHEREAS, at its April 14, 2010 meeting, the Planning Commission voted in favor of forwarding a positive recommendation to the City Council on said application; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 26, 2010 to reconsider the boundaries of the proposed Cornell and 1950 West Station Area Plans, which area plans are included in the proposed North Temple Boulevard Plan; and WHEREAS, at its May 26, 2010 meeting, the Planning Commission voted in favor of modifying its previous positive recommendation on the North Temple Boulevard Plan to adjust the boundaries of the proposed Cornell and 1950 West Station Area Plans; and WHEREAS, adopting the North Temple Boulevard Plan requires amendments to the Capitol Hill, Northwest and West Salt Lake Community Master Plans as well as the Euclid Small Area Plan; and WHEREAS, after a hearing before the City Council, the City Council has determined that this ordinance is in the best interest of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah: SECTION 1. Adopting the North Temple Boulevard Plan. The North Temple Boulevard Plan, which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A", is hereby adopted to apply to the areas adjacent to North Temple Street as depicted therein. SECTION 2. Amending Master Plans of Adjacent Areas. That the Capitol Hill, Northwest and West Salt Lake Community Master Plans and the Euclid Small Area Plan, which include areas now governed by the North Temple Boulevard Plan, are hereby amended to reflect the transfer of such planning areas into the North Temple Boulevard Plan. SECTION 3. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective on the date of its first publication. 2 Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, this 10th day of August 2010. RS N ATTEST AND COUNTERSIGN: • ORDE,(771,4,0Wed___ Transmitted to Mayor on 8-11-2010 Mayor's Action: Pi Approved. Vetoed. MAY OR CITY RECORDER APPROVED AS TO FORM +' .......... Salt Lake City Attorney's Office Z (SEAL) ••Gj\+++ Date: By: .4 ,;,'{;!K a * ul C.Nielson, nior City Attorney Bill No. 60 of 2010. 4 " r Published: 8-11-2010 • ,\ '°�RAI�S�4'� HB_ATTY-#12740-v4-Ordinance_-_North_Temple_Station_'rea_Plan.DOC 3 NORTH TEMPLE BOULEVARD cfo mum= ti • Viaduct Transfer Station - 800 West Station , • , .4; "'"X' i.irvz.:- 11kt Irine Fairpark Station 4 ) Cornell Station Af‘aikl:1& '..11111411a 1950 West / 2200 West Station Planning Commission Recommended Draft Tit 1.e Prepared by the Salt Lake City Planning Division Department of Community& t Economic Development :t • • 2.b Planning Commission Recommended Station Area Plans 0 0 0 NORTH TEMPLE BOULEVARD PLAN Introduction 2 Viaduct Transfer Station Area 22 •� • • • • • 800 West Station Area 45 / , 0 Fairpark Station Area 70 Cornell Station Area 88 1950 West / 2200 West Station Areas 108 IgNA IOAId, 1 l h�dS Np,(11„T mow--;0_, ...,,„0, �l ,m,6,,00, ,A,_ ,,,,-- -; inwert- .reni � • c� w� Anonymous comment from one of the North Temple Boulevard public workshops North Temple Boulevard Plan•Introduction 1 r Introduction : The Street: Historic Context Over time,the commercial uses extended further west to form a North Temple originally developed as a residential street served continuous commercial street between the Airport and by a trolley line with City Creek running down the middle of the Downtown. For decades, North Temple was the primary street road. This pattern continued to about 1000 West through the to and from the Airport and points west. Once Interstate 80 was first half of the 1900s. Once the Salt Lake International Airport complete, motorists could bypass North Temple and the street was built and automobile use became more widespread, North carried less traffic. With the construction of the Airport Light Temple transformed into an auto-oriented street, lined with Rail line,North Temple will be transformed again,this time into a commercial uses that were designed to appeal to motorists. mixed use, multi-modal boulevard that unites neighborhoods • and becomes the main street for the community. Today:The street is dominated by the i automobile. f . f What is the next stage in the life of North Temple? • 1900s:North Temple as a residential street,with City Creek running down the middle. • i __ q .. t •• 1 i.ii T ' -- . .21 1940s-1950s:More auto- oriented land uses move in. 2 North Se Boulevard Plan•Introduction __Ilk o ( f) North Temple Boulevard Study Area The study area for the North Temple Boulevard Plan is approximately 2''/ miles along North Temple Street from 600 West out to 2200 West. The plan breaks the study area down into 5 smaller study areas,called Station Areas:Viaduct,800 West, Fairpark(approximately 1100 West), Cornell (1520 West), and finally,a combined study area for 1950 West and 2200 West(a future station). Below is a map showing the generalized study areas and the locations of important landmarks along the corridor. A '1 ‘l irirEl •l� ROSE PARK 1 � s.tlt Lake City ---F LT _ lIIIIIHIIsit.. .‘ < —1 1— 1I11i►.� / M\E�D�t��(N'S JAR F A R P•A NI �IKril J A�C K Si O N i f� - Utah State FLQ•41 F`alryark Eco NORTH ' st.0r unite. 1950 WEST FAIRI ARK Boo IN-•ST: l::initni. STATION STATION - STTAlit N.. -- CroucLI N•RTN TEMPO - , - . STATION _ White Ballpark ; -��VIADUC�T". ,,.UoE►n n (Stale Property) STATION c.fat h• 2200 WEST - 6 STATION Roth,Mountain --�1� • Puwet r:tnIlt . : [[[p c:netray �SOOTN I I I • terntodal 1 Huh POPLAR GROVE ',•II Viaduct Study Area f Future Trax Line&Station e 800 West Study Area J A C K S O N Community/Neighborhood Fairpark Study Area Gateway Major Origins/Destinations �. Cornell Study Area ® Blocks in Overall Study Area 1950 West&2200 West Study Areas • North Temple Boulevard Plan•Introduction 3 • North Temple Corridor Context Prior to the completion of 1-80, North Temple was the primary route to the Salt Lake International Airport. After 1-80 was completed, traffic was able to bypass North Temple in favor of the highway. Today, the street serves as the major surface street connecting Downtown to the neighborhoods and businesses in the Northwest Community. Along the Corridor,the neighborhoods around the 800 West Station are the only neighborhoods that have frontage on North Temple. The other areas have developed as a mix of industrial, office, institutional and commercial uses, primarily accessed by private automobile.As a result,west of 1000 West there are few cross streets,bike lanes and sidewalks,which were secondary to the auto-oriented nature of the corridor. With the addition of the Airport Light Rail Line,North Temple Boulevard will start to serve a new role in the community,City and region. North Temple will become a major piece of the regions mass transit system,connecting the entire system to the airport and strengthening Downtown as the center of the transportation system. • The context framework map, produced by Ron Straka, FAIA, shows the major street networks,block patterns,land uses and greenways and how they relate to downtown Salt �•'•r, Lake City and the surrounding communities. • \»1 Mal I Ili 1 ^. .� �-`-a1; 1 °" ■ X v C Tin1L _H=iIi 1�:1l Milting LI " �lL Jnn,Irou t n-i•!i ' � _ _ aI% ` •�:,w .� l 7--1 � I •;— ► . "rwera ,ll �Aj i _ �• ii I •• • ' ' ' _ - L •, --T... L--'i 1_� , :L �MC IIE�C ull l_ \ iNIN1i■1 IIli LIE '.- M Ili 4 North Ole Boulevard Plan•Introduction • • C) (. . 0 North Temple and the Airport Light Rail Line Adding the Airport Light Rail Line to North Temple will forever change the character of the street and impact neighborhoods 14- --:i','r. . f that are united by North Temple. Because construction of the light rail line will require major changes to the street,the City, . Ii. ! ' UTA and the community have the chance to ensure the character is enhanced with the addition of light rail. The new - /r North Temple will consist of several key elements, or ribbons, `'�-- ,j. r that unify the corridor, but also allow unique and special places - to develop. These ribbons are made up of the light rail line,the • 111 i' ... vehicle lanes, bicycle lanes, landscaped edges, multi-use path, street lighting and other visual enhancements. When threaded together,North Temple Boulevard is born. The Light Rail Line The Stations The light rail line will require the removal of a center turn lane The Airport light rail line will includes stations near Terminal 1 at and one vehicle lane in each direction. The rail line will consist of Salt Lake International Airport, at 1950 West, Cornell Ave, the tracks embedded in concrete separated from the vehicle lanes Jordan River crossing,800 West and on top of the North Temple and station platforms that are a new design compared to other viaduct,which will serve as a transfer station with Frontrunner, stations in the City. New materials, artwork, new surfaces and the region's commuter rail line. new canopies will add unique character to the Airport light rail line and at each station along the line. Although the line will include a station at the Salt Lake International Airport,this Plan does not provide policies for -- ,� future development or changes at the Airport. III iiirlit .... ,• 0:° : - .. • North Temple Boulevard Plan•Introduction 5 • North Temple Boulevard 'The rebuilt North Temple will include 2 lanes of vehicle traffic in each direction,a bicycle lane on both sides of the street,an eight foot wide landscape strip where space permits and a 10 foot vertical ape• wide multi-use path, also where space permits. In those locations where there is not enough space, the City will work „,/� .- "' with adjacent properties to install the full width landscaping strip14, �l� 'r''1 P P P g r rll �'t and multi-use path as the properties are redeveloped. t ��'� i The North Temple and Redwood Road intersection will consist of ���� double left turn lanes in all directions,two vehicle travel lanes "� �/ and right hand turn lanes in all directions. The design of this - ' • intersection is subject to approval from the Utah Department of r Transportation, which is requiring the double turn lanes to ea corcrele/ t:erI,nikeVI ,, remain. Due to the extra turn lanes,there is not enough space \T. 1 ' `._\ through the intersection to install the full width landscaping strip _ . and multi use path. Visual Enhancements The entire corridor will see a number of visual enhancements. The station platforms and canopies add unique qualities and structures at each station. Enhanced concrete work at the A .4 stations, within the track, in crosswalks, and at major street 4 F :1/' corners will help unify the corridor and identify North Temple as w. ow .. the main street in the area. Vertical elements will help identify each transit station, special places, destinations and important t a t 1 intersections and allow key points to be visible from several III it blocks away. New lighting will be added, with the intent of creating an"Avenue of Lights"that unify the corridor and add to Policy Al: North Temple Boulevard will have a cross section consisting of tenaofa vibrant atmosphere. When used correctly, the Avenue of foot wide multi use path,eight foot park strip,bicycle lane,two vehicle lanes Lights can create a rich composition of user experiences that are and the Airport light rail line. This cross section applies to both sides of the appealing to the senses and help make the Boulevard a special street and extends from 600 West to 2400 West. In areas where this cross place. section does not currently exist,it shall be added as properties redevelop. 6 North 4e Boulevard Plan•Introduction All 4) ( North Temple Boulevard/Airport Light Rail Design Book The specific principles that accompany the goals are: The design of the future light rail line,the station platforms,and • Design for transit: Utilize transit as a catalyst. Integrate the visual enhancements for North Temple Boulevard are transit into the design of the street to improve the physical outlined in the North Temple Boulevard-Airport Light Rail Design character,livability,functionality and economic vitality Book, created by UTA, Salt Lake City, and their respective while providing a memorable welcoming experience for all consultants. The book was created to guide the construction of users. the light rail line and is herby adopted as a reference guide • Design for safety: Design safe and functional streets for all through the North Temple Boulevard Master Plan. Within this users. book are a series of goals and design principles that have guided the design of the infrastructure. The goals of the Boulevard • Design for access and mobility: Multi-modal streets Design Book are: should accommodate all users by prioritizing the most energy and space efficient modes. O • Provide policy and urban design direction and guidelines. • Design for context: Streets help define the character of • Promote high quality and functional street design with the City and should respond to the unique qualities and the efficient project implementation. environment around the street. • Develop a more balanced approach to street design, • Design for livability: Create vibrant,high quality public giving equal weight to transportation,transit,community spaces that facilitate civic,cultural,recreational and and environmental goals. economic interactions. • Ensure that the investment in high quality street • Design for sustainability: Contribute to a healthier, infrastructure yields economic benefits and increases in greener,and more sustainable environment. residential and commercial property values and retail activity. • Design for excellence: Create memorable streets designed to the highest aesthetic standards possible,using durable • Make all expenditures on this project cost effective. materials. C. ▪ Design for cost effectiveness: Provide the greatest �1. - �`.J possible value to the public that meets today's needs as • ,,...:-..,, _ +,1 •SIC well as the needs of the future. t. •:erocar iron /- Designing for safety includes 1 eiein r _V i!I_ -II I adequate lighting and well R 6.. ,', designed streets. v.. y5' • North Temple Boulevard Plan•Introduction • The Purpose The North Temple Boulevard Station Area Plans are amendments The North Temple Boulevard Plan provides a framework for land to the Northwest and West Salt Lake Master Plans. The content use and urban design decisions that will be required as North of this plan supercedes earlier land use plans and will be used in Temple changes from an auto oriented street to a street that the decision making process for future land use decisions,public accommodates mass transit, pedestrians, bicyclists and investments, allocation of resources and other important automobiles, and provides transportation options for people of processes that may impact the North Temple Corridor. all ages and abilities. This document is intended to provide direction to decision makers,property owners,business owners, designers and developers regarding the community's vision for North Temple Boulevard. fi'", • _ • The purpose of the North Temple Boulevard Plan is to: .•1'r `'r.r • Turn North Temple into a boulevard street that is the main street that connects neighborhoods to one another; • • Create compact,walkable,transit-oriented Mixed-use buildings. neighborhoods around each station; . • Increase transit ridership; - _. Inviting,safe,comfortable and • Improve the overall safety of the community; familiar public spaces. • Establish guidelines for street design and connectivity that will accommodate all users; • Create opportunities for affordable and accessible living options while increasing the residential densities near the stations by providing a mix of housing types; PPrp. agr -• Provide for a diverse mix of uses and building types ( itF.' - 11 ,. around the transit stations;and , l.. .1 1 • Create long term economic stability to the station areas. - l t{ 4 Due to the unique character of the areas around each station, - ==�i the North Temple Corridor has been divided into station areas. >:"'�� 1r . The station areas are found in close proximity to the transit �l I stations at the Viaduct, 800 West, the Utah State Fairpark, --� � 1 I ( _z ,-I; Cornell Street,1950 West and 2200 West(a future station). fk ly •` itir Housing options take different forms and designs. — � 8 North Ole Boulevard Plan•Introduction 0 IMEMIN The Process The North Temple Boulevard Plan was conceived during the design phase of the Airport Light Rail Line. In response to design ‘r , decisions that would have a future impact on the communities „ ...1 1 adjacent to the light rail line,Salt Lake City initiated a process to mgcreate a framework for making decisions. Community . ` involvement was the cornerstone of the process to create that framework. The public process began with a public workshop in iiigitais � , • June 2009 and continued with three additional workshops, i meetings with property owners and key stakeholders, and t1 meetings with community councils and West High School. These • Citizens and business owners meetings were facilitated by the Planning Division with help from participate in a hands-on visioning consultants Marilee Utter and Ron Straka, FAIA and process for the North Temple Corridor. representatives from other City Divisions. Mill - The North Temple Boulevard Plan grew out of these public 1' workshops and associated meetings,the light rail design process ' .• J and the City's desire to take full advantage of the Airport Light iii ilf ' Rail to improve the community. In all, over 300 people Children participated in 0 N) � • . T-s /111116' participated in the process and provided input on the future of the process by .�. ! their community. The end result is a plan for the corridor with a creating artwork foundation in public involvement and an overall goal of to express their improving the North Temple Boulevard corridor, the adjacent visions for the '..4:111 -- d neighborhoods,the City and the region. A complete summary of corridor. the community meetings are available from the Planning ilid �«.. Division. f�/ • S.i - Workshop attendees .i. - i I.• i I. i' hear about the benefits ` v.. - 1' - :a ;i of transit-oriented f ,^ail development. ') i 1n" t / 4yL North Temple Boulevard Plan•Istrnd ration 9 June Workshop: Visioning the Future Most frequently mentioned"likes": In June, 2009, more than 100 residents, business owners, • Proximity and accessibility to the airport and downtown; stakeholders and interested people participated in a visioning • The Fairpark; workshop for the North Temple Boulevard. The purpose of this • The Jordan River and Jordan River Parkway; workshop was to brainstorm what the Boulevard and adjacent • neighborhoods would be like in 20 years. During the workshop, A variety of businesses; the participants learned about the changes that are associated • A place with potential; with bringing a light rail line to a community. During small group • The width of the street and the way it can support discussions,attendees were given the opportunity to provide the multiple uses;and City with feedback on what they liked and did not like about • Diversity. North Temple now and what they would like to see it become • over the next 20 years or so. Most frequently mentioned"dislikes": • The run down character and lack of sense of place; Given that the corridor will change over the next 20-30 years, those things that people like about North Temple can be used to • The unsafe nature of the corridor and the crime that establish the foundation from which future development can drives good people away; build. • An unfriendly pedestrian environment with poor bicycle and bus connections; The future visions came in the form of many different comments • Lack of retail businesses; that could be grouped into common themes. Generally • The corridor is auto-oriented;and speaking,the comments received indicated that the community • Lack of green space and landscaping. recognizes the opportunities that a light rail line brings and supports development that includes a mix of uses around the light rail stations, increased activity at the transit stations, Most frequently mentioned future visions: • increasing residential densities where appropriate to support a • Mixed Use around nodes; strong,locally-oriented business community. • Improve the overall connectivity; • Economic development opportunities for small,locally owned businesses; • Increase housing with a variety of housing types,but protect the lower density neighborhoods; • Change the perception of the west side image;and • Incorporate urban design into the corridor. 10 North•e Boulevard Plan•Introduction • • () August Workshop: Focusing on the Street The image below summarizes the comments that pertain to the The second public workshop was held in August 2009 and entire corridor as well as each segment.More specific comments focused on the unifying elements of the corridor. Approximately about each segment received during the August workshop can 70 people attended. The workshop including presentations as be found in station area plans chapters. well as break out sessions,where people were given the option to focus on the entire corridor or in one of 4 segments. The attendees were asked several questions,including: • What should be along the corridor right now? • What should happen along the corridor in the future? The map below reflects comments • How do we make each segment unique? received during the August Workshop. The comments received ,fry • What is one big idea from the group? are used to create policies and r Focus efforts on three focaieornts:Entrance. regulations to guide future Jordon Rn er•and the End development. 2 Penestr,an ronnertr.„t,-arc nreener, Legend • Focal Points _J Place-specific priorities A.(Note F,,,ri,,,rk veer round Segments nit until,N„, twine. t rr'wiry F ,ftra V',dn'r 41/ 41) w`nifrid— - -arallr F. ,Sire r 'BUO:WeAt Viaduct 220oteest 2200&Winifred segment Cornell segment Fairpark&800 West segment Transfer segment l Seamless transfer to rail in lUghtirg and security lino ease safety/police presence tc,+duct terminal 1Greenway connection to pad /city commitment to area 2 T,ee;toinconase 2 Gateway Feature 3 Safety cameras 2 Improve pedestrian infrastructure wail ability 3 Pudic amenities:lighting, 3 Cultural/Civic Campus landscaping.art. a Streets cape -Street trees at 600 W North Temple -Lighting that extends into the neighborhoods and/or Fairpa,1. -Sidewall.s and crosswalks -Bridge identification and presence 3 Activate Fairport year round North Temple Boulevard flan•Introduction 11 October Workshop: Land Use Viaduct Station Area Comments The October 2009(February 2010 for the Viaduct Station Area) • Improve connections to the station platform. workshop focused on land use issues around each transit station. • Enhance the existing destinations in the station area with a mix of Planning staff and consultants met with small groups, including housing,office and commercial uses. key property owners, stakeholders, community council • Promote and protect the Guadalupe Neighborhood. representatives and representatives from the State of Utah to discuss future land use and the types of issues that faced 800 West Station Area Comments individual stakeholders as well as the community as a whole. • More intense mix of uses on North Temple;enhance mix of uses The participation of stakeholders led to the creation of policies Euclid. for each station. The comments received were specific to each • station area and are discussed in greater detail in the station Preserve stable neighborhoods. • •area plan chapters of this plan. Bring City Creek to the surface. How Public Comments are Used Fairpark Station Area Comments After compiling all of the comments received during the • More frequent and active uses at the Fairpark,particularly along workshops, open houses, advisory committee meetings and North Temple. community council meetings,the Planning team organized all of • Community connections through Fairpark. the comments into themes and started to explore: • Identify land uses that can benefit from proximity to the Jordan • How the community assets could be preserved and River. enhanced; • Different methods to address the common dislikes about Cornell Station Area Comments North Temple;and • Transit-friendly uses around station. • • Best practice methods from around the country that have Redeveloping run-down properties and improve streetscape• been successful at implementing the future visions More community-serving issues. • identified through the workshops and how applicable the best practices are to North Temple. 1950/2200 West Station Area Comments • Improve connectivity and walking experience. After identifying best practices that are applicable to Salt Lake • Activate corner of 1950 West and North Temple. City and that can incorporate the communities vision for the • Improve the mix of uses. Boulevard, the Planning team created specific transit-oriented • Clean up and improve 1-215 underpass. development policies for each light rail station along North Temple. Each set of policies is called a station area plan,which are included later in this report. 12 North'Ole Boulevard Plan•Int rodurtion • • in ( ) ( ') North Temple Boulevard as the"Main Street"for the Development Around Transit Stations Community The transit stations will become nodes of activity along the Transforming North Temple into a Boulevard creates a unique Boulevard and create unique development pressures. Such Main Street type of place for the community. The Boulevard development typically creates a pedestrian-friendly environment becomes the unifying element for adjacent neighborhoods and that entices people to walk because they find that walking is the place where people want to be. The Boulevard creates safe,convenient,comfortable and interesting. There is usually a active and interesting community gathering places that lead to mix of uses, so each individual use is supported by other land safer communities, diverse populations, a healthy business uses in the area,primarily because they serve similar clients(i.e.; community and is a key neighborhood asset. those that live nearby or come to the area for daily needs)and those that come from farther away because the area itself attracts them. The transit station increases the travel options by increasing the manner in which one place is connected to other • places. Each of these major characteristics were identified as desirable future visions through the public workshops. This type of development is often referred to as Transit Oriented •��<Iii:r Development (TOD). There are generally two types of transit stations: those in existing neighborhoods and those with significant development opportunities. Along North Temple, both types of station areas can be found. r • �� TL1�I/i111p1111 i i , Y i . Examples of different scales of transit-oriented =r'" *Il - ; development:in Salt Lake City(right)and in s= - Seattle(left). . North'temple Boulevard Plan•Introduction 13 North Temple Development Principles Placemaking: Transit-oriented development can be a major is p factor in creating a sense of place. With the right mixture of rilko uses, infrastructure, and amenities, desirable, attractive places �` are formed. The policies in the North Temple Boulevard Plan , I 11. • establish the framework for creating a sense of place at each '1/4,e transit station. While review must be on a project by project — __ basis, incorporating key design guidelines in every project is a ' major component of creating a special place, and not just a !"i - > : i special project. 1i►�x_' *I• Q� L__,. F w . �) N::ti' A compact development pattern includes � — Diverse Mix of Uses: By having a diverse mix of uses, building buildings that are close together and activities close to the sidewalk that make walking convenient and interesting. types,connections,and transportation options,people have the t choice of where they live, what type of building they live in, where they are going to eat or shop and how they are going to move around. These options provide choices regarding how Location Efficiency / Compactness: Compact development people spend their money. Being able to move around on foot, allows people to spend less on transportation. People can live bicycle, bus and train allows people to spend less money on close to places were they work,shop and play. This can reduce transportation. Different housing sizes and types provide people the amount of pollution created and promotes cleaner air. options on where and how they live depending on their age, Compact development results in less land being used by the income,lifestyle,etc. inevitable new growth within the community. Smaller blocks and a lot of connections are necessary to achieve this. Connectivity and Circulation: Transit-oriented development must be well connected to adjacent neighborhoods and Compatibility: Creating compatibility between existing destinations. Connectivity ensures that there are wide range of neighborhoods and transit-oriented developments enhances the O transportation options. sense of place. Compatibility generally refers to the scale and character of a neighborhood. Older, well-established neighborhoods are a community asset to which new development should relate and reflect the existing scale and J7Eimarnsmilillitsami character. In other areas, different scales and design can be introduced to improve and build upon existing character. Single Family Single Family Multi-story 7 ton/Mixed uu Dwelling Dwelling Row Homes Development with Building Stepback Locating taller buildings close to the transit stations and gradually stepping down buildings heights helps create compatibility. 14 Nnnh 'Is•nonlrvard flan•Ir•s 0,1,rn..n • ( ' Value Capture: Public investment through the construction of a Art in Transit transit system can be recaptured through transit-oriented Integrating art into public infrastructure enhances the unique development. Transit-oriented development can increase the character of neighborhoods. Designing the Airport Light Rail line number of residential units in an area which may create more in such a way to accommodate unique art work is a goal of the viable businesses. This builds communities, property values, City and UTA. Art in Transit can include themes that apply to the increases the sales tax dollars for the community,and can help a entire Boulevard and art elements that make each station community be more economically stable. unique. Incorporating art into the project can enhance North Temple by: Parking: Due to the increased transportation options and • Creating a"common thread"throughout the line; improved connectivity,people have the choice to own a private • vehicle or not. This reduces the demand for parking. Often Identifying neighborhoods at stations; times, parking requirements are less because demand is less. • Integrating the art into North Temple to maximize the e Parking requirements can be lowered due to the decrease in impact; demand. This reduces development costs and reduces local • Providing opportunities for local partners and artists; congestion. • Enhancing existing amenities and districts; • Help tie bus shelters and TRAX stations together. Transportation options help - reduce the need for parking. it- r- 1 -1----;471194 . ' 4V111 .C.. ' , 4 I Al ....... Art in Transit can take many themes that can be applied to an entire corridor, specific neighborhoods and each transit stations to enhance the unique character of an area. Norlh Temple Boulevard Plan•Introduction 15 The Importance of Design The areas around transit stations typically have a wide range of uses; uses that in the past have not been considered good neighbors. However,with advancements in technology and a desire for certain segments of the population to live within walking distance of their daily needs,in certain situations,uses that were once seen as incompatible can be designed and built to be compatible with one another. In station areas,the physical form and design of buildings often becomes more important than what goes on inside of the building. Having certain design standards and guidelines ensures that buildings incorporate specific elements,such as windows on the ground floor,that can enhance the streetscape,the neighborhood and the City. It is difficult to create a set of design standards and guidelines that would address the unique characteristics of each station area along North Temple. In order to incorporate the unique elements of each station and ensure that new development is consistent with the vision O for each area, a flexible set of standards and guidelines is important. Future zoning regulations should incorporate the main design elements that are necessary to implement the vision for each station area as standards and then create a system for ensuring a desired level of design is incorporated into all new projects through the adoption of a set of design guidelines. Design Standards vs. Design Guidelines: What's the difference? Design Standards Design Guidelines • • Incorporated into the zoning ordinance as a • Usually not adopted as specific requirement. requirement. • Identifies key design concepts that should be incor- • Identifies specific design elements that are required porated into a development. on all new developments and redevelopments. • More general in nature • Specific in nature 16 North 1e Boulevard Plan•Introdurt inn e o Transit-Oriented Development and Sustainability Suburban Development Transit-oriented development is inherently sustainable. Sustainability can be determined in different ways: 32% 43% Environmentally: Recent studies in four California cities found Disposable Housing Transit Oriented that residents in a transit-oriented development (TOD) are five Income Development times more likely to ride transit than those who do not live in a TOD; and employees within a TOD are 3.5 times more likely to 25% ride transit than employees who do not work within a TOD Transportation (source: Reconnecting America and the Center for Transit- 32% Oriented Development). Another study by the Transit Housing • Cooperative Research Program found that people who live in a 59% Living within transit-oriented Disposable TOD use their cars half as much as the regional average. A developments can dramatically p decrease in private automobile usage decreases congestion on reduce the household expenditure on Income streets and reduces air pollution while accommodating transportation. 9% inevitable future growth. Transportation (Source:Center for TOD and Transportation Affordability Index,2004 Bureau of Labor Socially: If designed right, transit-oriented development can Statistics) have positive social impacts. The transit line can act as a main street that connects nearby neighborhoods. By creating safe and convenient walking and bicycling connections, people can get more exercise and increase their overall health. By incorporating Economically: Because TOD gives people options about how Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) they spend their money, people can reallocate their personal techniques, natural surveillance increases and crime decreases. expenditures. People have the option to spend less money on Creating a sense of place increases the level of pride that citizens transportation costs, for example, which may make housing • and business owners have in their community, which can more affordable, increase savings, or free up more personal increase private investment and improve overall maintenance. income for other necessary daily needs. Equitably: Transit-oriented development provides people of all ages,incomes and abilities options on where they live,how they Apartment building with move, and where they are going. Those that are too young to historic design that - 1'r,^"`-_L - drive or those that choose not to own or cannot afford a private incorporates natural L �. a vehicle can walk, bike or take transit in a safe, comfortable surveillance,one of the key manner. CPTED principles. I ` . I North Temple Boulevard Plan•Introduction 17 Sustainability Concepts within TOD When these types of concepts are incorporated on a -Sustainability begins with a small project in a relatively small neighborhood basis, sustainable neighborhoods and area and expands outward, eventually being adopted by communities are created. Expanding the use of these concepts neighborhoods seen along the corridor, and throughout the city. can also reduce the long term costs of maintenance and Certain concepts can be incorporated into the design of operation of facilities, both for the private sector and public infrastructure, public spaces and new buildings. These concepts sector. Furthermore, some projects can be certified by third have the potential to improve the overall quality of life for a parties, most notably the United States Green Building Council's community by reducing energy consumption, improving air and LEED certification program . The LEED certification system can water quality, and provide choices in lifestyle. The following apply to individual buildings as well as entire neighborhoods. concepts should be considered for all transit station areas: Things that are considered as part of the LEED certification • High performance infrastructure that provides efficient include building sites, water efficiency, energy consumption and • transportation options and waste removal; efficiencies, building materials and resources, and locations and linkages. Building near a transit line, open space, and • High performance buildings that require less energy to community resources is a major component of the LEED heat and cool; program. • Effective storm water management that can reduce flooding and remove pollutants from runoff; and • Sustainable materials that require less energy to create, come from renewable sources and can reduce maintenance and operating costs. Y. r Renewable energy sources are a key ,_. component of building sustainable MINIM communities. I - ■ ■ ■ � t ili�l • ,114104 .4 u yy r . Pi.,. J i t A � .•.ter istrifti LEED certified buildings incorporate energy savings, water efficiency,CO2 emissions reduction, improved indoor environmental quality, and stewardship of resources and sensitivity to their impacts. Storm water systems can be designed to serve multiple functions. 18 North le Boulevard Plan• Introduction 0 Transit Station Area Types What is Station Area Typology? Salt Lake City has a number of light rail stations, each with its A station area typology is a term used to describe the physical own unique character. Many of the stations, however, have characteristic and future vision for a transit station. Those similar traits and development issues.These similarities can be stations with similar characteristics and visions can be used to create station types that help make long term land use, grouped into a single typology in order to improve urban design and infrastructure decisions and illustrate how development decisions . Along North Temple Boulevard, stations impact an area's functionality,its character,and the role there are several different types of station areas: it plays in the larger context of the city or region. The common • Urban Center Station Area: Transfer Station characteristics include the types and scales of similar uses,the arrangement of streets and blocks,the role of mass transit in the • Urban Neighborhood Station Area: 800 West Station area, and the physical context of the built and natural • Mixed-Use Employment Station Area: 1950 West, • environment. 2200 West,and Cornell stations. • Special Purpose Station Area: Fairpark and Airport Station area types are important in creating zoning regulations Stations. for different areas. It is difficult to develop a one-size-fits-all approach to transit-oriented zoning due to the unique character of each area. For this reason,the North Temple Boulevard Plan identifies each station area as its own unique place. While some policies are consistent throughout the corridor,unique elements can be used to create development regulations that can address the specific development issues around each station and provide the an implementation tool to help the vision for each area and '"'- �'.•--Oft the corridor become a reality. Major principles that should be i r m� incorporated into each station area plan include: • Mix of land uses '` ' • "1013, i.tMPLL • Design standards and guidelines soo r- • Circulation and connectivity : -_ Stat, r • Station access • Public spaces - ��• ,:-a. ark-..- � . • Parking A Station Area generally includes the properties that are within a quarter mile,or a 10 minute walk,of a station platform. • North Temple Boulevard Plan•Introduction 19 \7 • *, ....ii.„„„,...,,,,,,„ 0 �.. � 41 • ram• - r�y • Fri1211111" r y • r1 ..,. f R- ... t _` • c a a s :a Ai i e • Realities The community's vision anticipates that the areas in close The vision will only become a reality through strong partnerships proximity to the transit stations will see a high level of change between the various public and private sector entities. While over a period of 20 to 30 years. The change in the station areas the public sector is making a significant investment through the will result in intense, compact development. The rate and construction of the Airport Light Rail line and the improvements intensity of change will decrease the farther away property is to North Temple Boulevard, the private sector is responsible for from a transit station, to the point that stable, single family investing in the appropriate, quality redevelopment of the area, neighborhoods will see little change over time. However, due to operating businesses, providing jobs, maintaining individual a neighborhoods proximity and access to a light rail line, it may properties and patronizing businesses located in the corridor. increase the desirability of the neighborhood. 20 North Qie Boulevard Plan•Introduction 0 ( 0 Acknowledgements Salt Lake City Planning Commission The creation of the North Temple Boulevard Plan was completed Babs De Lay,Chair through broad participation of the community, including Frank Algarin,Vice Chair property owners, residents, business owners, and interested Tim Chambless stakeholders throughout the corridor and Salt Lake City. Angela Dean Michael Fife Throughout the process,several entities have participated in the Michael Gallegos planning process, facilitated workshops, and provided general Kathleen Hill support to the entire process. Those entities include: Susie McHugh • Utah Transit Authority and their team of consultants; Prescott Muir Mathew Wirthlin • • Utah Chapter of the American Planning Association; Mary Woodhead • Utah Chapter of the American Institute of Architects; • The Department of Metropolitan and City Planning at the Salt Lake City Planning Division University of Utah;and Wilf Sommerkorn,Planning Director • NeighborWorks Salt Lake. Patricia Comarell,Assistant Planning Director Cheri Coffey,Planning Program Manager Mayor North Temple Planning Team Ralph Becker Nick Norris(Project Manager) Nick Britton,Principal Planner Salt Lake City Council Doug Dansie,Senior Planner Carlton Christensen,Chair,District 1 Ana Valdemoros,Associate Planner Van Turner,District 2 Tami Hansen,Support Staff Stan Penfold,District 3 Angela Hasenberg,Support Staff • Luke Garrot,District 4 Jill Remington Love,District 5 Consultants J.T.Martin,District 6 Marilee Utter,Citiventure Associates Soren Simonsen,District 7 Ron Straka,FAIA,Urban Ventures Eric Jergensen(Past Councilmember) Planning Division Interns: Teresa Gandelman Frida Kjall Sara Lindh Ali Oliver Julia Reynolds North Temple Boulevard Plan•Introduction 21 1 r . . -- ---. . i. .---e•.....0 ,.L . in LEM. X , i .- - 1 I >et' El LL, ICI . S,...„ , ...„„ ....., , , ,, , . , ...,,,,.. ... , , 0 'iike IP' 1 ‘441! gm .......... .... CZ/ . - CO N •,4 I A;.-o ,— .„ • ---.,met.,_ -. \ .1\\ 1 \•,.., - UNI -.. , — -- , :31( 0 -,,,F•\ • _ ::-.- :—- 0 • ... .4—) -, CL CZ5 ikk. . _ --. — 2 • 1 HI • ._,.:,: ‘ .. . , . _ ..1!... -a4".".".--. -...11F T 61 I t. i UM' fg CA P 0 11_1 ii a illmi Cum) =tilt IlliOr- AL` . V\ CC 0 i I . pml Z IM 1 ,, , • VIADUCT TRANSFER STATION AREA PLAN Table of Contents Vision 24 r Community Input 25 '�• A Existing Conditions and Context 26 . I l The Viaduct Transfer Station Area 28 4111,11 , � L. l- �; � T. Assets & Challenges 31 444... r- I I Urban Design Framework 32 '— 3y ia-r- :. •_, y Viaduct Transfer Station Area Policies 37 L i��' _j � .t 5' . Policy #1: Design 37 -ram 'I - r ,` `a►— - Policy #2: Connectivity 38 -- - West High School's main entrance on 300 West. Policy #3: Mix of Uses 39 Policy #4: Placemaking 40 Policy #5: Destinations 42 Key Projects & Follow-up Actions 43 • North Temple Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 23 Vision Ills The Viaduct Transfer Station Area will become a major regional destination and transfer station for commuters from the north and south and those travelling to the Salt Lake City International Airport. Future development will continue to create a vibrant,active,safe and well connected urban center with a diverse mix of intense land uses. The area will contain a rich mix of transportation options that attract people from the entire region. Major destination points within the station area will be enhanced and continue to provide a diverse mix of amenities for those that live,work,shop,dine or come to the area for entertainment. The following policies are intended to make the vision a reality: 1. Development: Use innovative zoning techniques to create high quality projects that build on the station area's assets. • 2. Connectivity:Improve the pedestrian environment to create a safe and walkable transit-oriented neighborhood. 3. Mix of Uses:Intensify the mix of uses. 4. Placemaking:Create safe,vibrant and useful public spaces and urban infrastructure. 5. Destinations:Enhance the area as a regional destination and transfer location. Due to the unique nature of the Viaduct Transfer Station,the principles of the Urban Design Framework Plan are critical to creating a unique and special place around the viaduct and transfer station. The Viaduct Transfer Station is the only elevated station in the transit system,will be a major entrance to the City and a link between Downtown,the North Temple Neighborhoods and the Airport. The key principles are: 1. Recognize the significance and uniqueness of this location in the City as an important interface between transit and development. 2. Create a memorable public place and public infrastructure by using the North Temple viaduct and transfer station as prominent design elements. • 3. Inspire design excellence and quality development in both the public and private realms. 4. Create a network of quality open space connections from the transit platforms to important destinations and activities in adjacent areas. 5. Protect,enhance and build on existing development in the area,such as the Guadalupe Neighborhood,Gateway,and the Salt Lake Hardware building. 24 North•e Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan • • ® • Community Input Ern June Workshop February Workshop The June 2009 workshop focused on the likes,dislikes and future The February 2010 workshop consisted of a series of small group visions for the entire North Temple corridor. While the intent meetings held over a number of days. The meetings were was to receive input for the entire corridor,several themes are attended by property owners, UTA, business owners, area applicable to the Viaduct Transfer Station: residents and other stakeholders. The purpose of these small • Proximity to Downtown. group meetings was to identify the types of land uses and • Diversity of businesses. general characteristics that people wanted to see within the • Existing housing and mix of uses around the Gateway. Viaduct Transfer Station area. • • • Existing viaduct separates the community from the rest Make the viaduct transfer station and commuter transfer of the City. station an iconic piece of urban infrastructure that create a memorable place for transit riders and the adjacent • Not pleasant to cross over or under the viaduct. communities. • Improve the overall connectivity in the area. • Protect and strengthen the Guadalupe Neighborhood and Gateway Project. August Workshop • Inspire high quality development. The intent of the August 2009 workshop was to solicit feedback • on what should be done now,what should be done in the future, Connections between the stations and the destinations and what are the big ideas that could be used to make each (both existing and future)in the area are critical. station unique. While there were a lot of comments received about the Viaduct Transfer Station,the key themes that emerged included: • The viaduct should be an iconic landmark and connector. The public process included mitt • The area around 600 West could be a unique little village presentations to H- along the corridor. area schools. �- • Improve the connection between the Viaduct r '• and the 800 West Station. j_ The comments received from the public workshops i have been used to identify a vision for the station area,define what type of transit station the Viaduct Transfer Station Area is,create land use policies, identify key projects and to recognize key characteristics of future zoning regulations. North Temple Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 25 Existing Conditions and C - e mot.. Existing Conditions The boundaries of the area are generally 300 West, 1-15, 600 The North Temple viaduct serves as the primary connection North and 200 South. The area is divided into four quadrants at between Downtown and the neighborhoods along North 500 West and the North Temple viaduct. Temple. Over the last decade, the area has begun a transformation into a vibrant urban neighborhood, with The Northwest Quadrant Gateway project on the south side of the Viaduct, while the The northwest quadrant of the station area is dominated by the Guadalupe and West Capitol Hill Neighborhoods have seen Guadalupe neighborhood. The neighborhood is mostly low major reinvestment in low density residential development. The density residential. A strip of manufacturing uses exist along 500 CO existing development pattern is characterized by: West and there are a few corner retail stores in the area. • Lack of connections between 400 West and 600 West due to the location of the heavy freight lines; Southwest Quadrant The southwest quadrant has historically been an industrial and • Dense,urban residential on the south side of the viaduct; manufacturing area. This area is heavily impacted by railroad • A number of mid-rise buildings with a diverse mix of uses; lines and the FrontRunner commuter rail line,which bisect the • A regional destination point with major land uses that area. The Bridges at CitiFront,a mixed use project, has started draw people in,such as the Gateway development, to transform the area as more of a mixed use residential area. Energy Solutions Arena,LDS Business College and BYU- Salt Lake Campus. Northeast Quadrant A Yx. ;rfj,, The northeast quadrant is dominated by West High School, fV,•/ I ��'. which occupies a significant amount of land. Undeveloped land r between 500 West and 400 West and North Temple and 300 • North provide a major redevelopment opportunity, which will help fund the reconstruction of the North Temple viaduct. The • ,ilairoa..7� - rest of this area is a fairly even mix of manufacturing,office and a o�� • low density residential. ., 7 azcro crm+-s , Southeast Quadrant F 'i _V- f The southeast quadrant contains a number of regional attractions, including The Gateway, LDS Business College, the BYU-SLC campus and the Energy Solutions Arena. This area has ,, liiii been transformed over the past 20 years from a rail yard to a southwest . .-• .,�` vibrant neighborhood that is well served by transit and has a The four quadrants of the station area and its notable uses. broad mix of uses,including high density housing. 26 North'•1e Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan • 0 0 Circulation Key Demographics The Viaduct Transfer Station area has very few streets and The Viaduct Transfer Station Area has seen a tremendous connections that cross the freight lines.,i.e.300 North,the North amount of change and growth over the last 10 years. The area Temple viaduct 100 South and 200 South all cross the freight will continue to see a great deal of growth over the next 20 lines or provide access between 400 West and 600 West, but years,particularly in the number of residents and dwelling units. only North Temple provides a grade separated crossing. The It is anticipated that over 10,000 additional people will be living freight lines,along with 1-15,separate the station area from the in the general area over the next 20 years or so,with almost an 800 West Station Area and make it difficult to connect the two equal number of new housing units being built. More than 5,000 station areas. new jobs will be added. This is reflective of the national trend of shrinking household size and the increasing desire of people Pedestrian connections follow existing streets, although some wanting to live in an urban setting. • streets lack sidewalks. The North Temple viaduct does include sidewalks on the south side,but they are in disrepair and are not While there are many factors that will determine actual growth a very safe or attractive environment for pedestrians. There are over this time,it is important to identify the growth potential to no at grade pedestrian crossings along North Temple. ensure that the area can accommodate this type of growth. With the City's decision to rebuild the North Temple Viaduct, sidewalks and bike paths will be added. The rebuilt viaduct will Demographic Data be a filled structure,with a narrower opening over the railroad Population Dwelling Units Jobs tracks. The opportunity for improved circulation in the area will be determined by the design of the new viaduct. 2,333 969 7,801 (Source:2000 U.S.Census) There are few bicycle lanes in the area with 600 West,200 South and 300 North being the primary bicycle routes in the area. The 2030 Projected Demographic Data North Temple viaduct is not currently very conducive to Population Dwelling Units Jobs bicycling. However,the rebuilt Viaduct will include bicycle lanes on each side of the street. The new Viaduct will be much more 12,659 11,286 13,407 friendly to bicycling. (Source:Wasatch Front Regional Council) • North Temple Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 27 Viaduct Transfer Station A .t; .;. o The North Temple Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan defines the Viaduct Core Area overall vision,identifies a particular station typology and specific The Core Area is comprised of the area closest to the Viaduct criteria, land use mix, circulation patterns, urban forms and Light rail station. The area south of the station already exhibits infrastructure, open space network, and other public amenities the characteristics of and Urban Center type of station. Similar for the area within walking distance of a transit stop. The Core development characteristics will be exhibited in future Area encompasses an area within a five minute walk or quarter development. These characteristics include: mile from the station platform. A transition area extends about • Mid-rise buildings,approximately seven to ten stories in one-half mile from the station platform. height; • • Zoning regulations that emphasize building design over The North Temple transfer Station is unique in that it land use; incorporates an above grade TRAX Station with an at grade • FrontRunner station, a local bus connection point and in the An intense mix of uses; future may include the South Davis County Streetcar line. • Very high residential densities,sometimes more than 100 dwelling units per acre; Station Area Typology • Buildings located close to the street with active uses on The Viaduct Transfer Station Area displays characteristics most the ground floor;and commonly found in an Urban Center Station. This type of • Structured parking facilities with little or no surface station area is generally served by at least three types of transit parking lots. service. There is an existing mix of high density housing and intense commercial use. In addition to providing services to those that live close by, an Urban Center Station is also a i regional draw that attracts people from far away for - — • entertainment,shopping or work. The mix of uses and choices .- - increase overall conveniences,promotes a healthy lifestyle,and - increases safety. g This type of station area includes a core,which exhibits the most . Xrde intense level of development and mix of uses and the greatest density. The transition areas are those areas that are further r from the station (up to 1/2 mile), contain a less intense mix of uses and less residential density, although there may be very Looking south at the Gateway and 500 East from the viaduct. dense residential uses. `♦ } 28 North•le Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan A �,/ • O ( Viaduct Transition Area Viaduct Stable Area The Transition Area will see some change over time. The stable area are those locations that are unlikely to see much Development in this area will generally be of a smaller scale and change over the next 20-30 years or that are already zoned in a less intense than what is in the Core Area. Zoning regulations for manner that produces the desired type of development pattern an Urban Center Transition Area should contain the following consistent with the policies of this plan. Given the existing characteristics: characteristics of the area and the potential for growth, it is • A mix of housing types,ranging from three or four story critical that appropriately scaled development occurs near those multi-family dwellings to row houses; areas that are an asset to the community. • Controls to reduce the impact of building height on single story single family homes; The Viaduct Transfer Station is unique because it has two stable areas that are very different from each other: the Gateway / • A mix of land uses; Neighborhood and the Guadalupe Neighborhood. The Gateway l • Buildings that are located at or near the public sidewalk; Neighborhood is more reflective of the scale and intensity of • Parking located to the side or behind buildings;and development that will likely occur in the Core Area. The • Regulations the focus on design rather than land use and Guadalupe Neighborhood is an example of a stable area which are intended to create a safe,attractive and interesting contributes to the uniqueness of the station area. pedestrian environment. It is not anticipated that the existing zoning in the stable areas will change unless the zoning is not consistent with the physical V characteristics of the area. If any zoning changes are considered f V ' ', t.. { in the future, the zoning regulations should ensure new -;/ development is appropriately scaled and compatible with r . existing development patterns. A I \• I 40' 1 A model demonstrating (" one example of how the T. Viaduct Transfer Station ,' •e Areas may develop. </ Heights are exaggerated r to demonstrate the characteristics of the Core, 1- Transition and Stable Areas. North Temple Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 29 J Parcels in red represent the Core e Area,where an intense level of transit oriented zoning is (30® G70t34q appropriate. Parcels in yellow are part of the ©00 g0(3411 Transitional Area. These areas are appropriate for mixed use and less Guadalupe intensive transit-oriented zoning. 7 miNeigirorhood 400 Q0134© Parcels in blue are part of Stable a Areas,areas where little change is ez expected or desired or where the current zoning allows for the •o 0 desired future land uses and ©00 g0134q intensities. I / i • �� II00 C7UG34d F •` 3 � o •v Z@34;] 4 ?3© t i t a J © / °i / • � a P-6 00,305 i 4©C:Idg I I . Gateway — 'Neighborhood 0 01 02 mi 30 North•e Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 410 0 • Assets and Challenges w The Viaduct Transfer Station Area presents a number of assets Challenges and challenges. The assets provide a foundation to build on • Connectivity, both vertically and horizontally to the while the challenges provide direction on what needs to be Viaduct TRAX Station and the FrontRunner station; improved within the station area. • Lack of connectivity to the regional destinations in the area; Assets • Lack of adequate pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure on • The existing and future transit service in the area, some streets; including TRAX, FrontRunner, and local bus service; • • The freight lines as a barrier between the east and west; • Adjacency of regional attractions, including The Gateway, • Discovery Gateway, Clark Planetarium, Energy Solutions Appropriately locating all of the necessary utility infrastructure; Arena and the Salt Palace Convention Center; • Education facilities, including West High School, LDS • Major transportation infrastructure in the area, including Business College and BYU-SLC campus; 1-15, the railroad tracks and the North Temple viaduct; • The Guadalupe neighborhood; • Extending Rio Grande Street to the north; • Diversity in housing found in the surrounding area; • A mix of old and new buildings; jj Guadalupe 1 I lat19 ILOGNII e • A new and shortened North Temple Viaduct; 15 Neighborhood Development • Large, vacant parcels within a 1/4 mile of the station; and Potential • The Northwest National Historic District. QWest High Naduct tation © FrontRunner St,ition r, �° _ -a. itiFront © 0-1111111 IP G9Cxi4q 4©(ulpnfl i 1 . „ 1/110 iiii.----7 ° -, Development Q I3Yll-SLC a ;, 0 ik-'io tl' i °""7 .T .-';,i 1) ''Potentials LDS Business IJ 11 di Ifl • '11t_'. . - , .ems `' Arena . — Gateway The Salt Lake Hardware office building(left)and Gateway(right),two of the / Neigltborhoocl assets in the Viaduct Transfer Station Area (see map, right). North Temple Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 31 Urban Design Framework MOM ,-, ; ) The North Temple Viaduct Transfer Station area is unique because of its location in the City and the region. The viaduct .M _ 1 and the railroad tracks divide the area into four quadrants and 0 the station platforms are separated vertically. Each quadrant has its own identity and development issues. When the new I `` viaduct is complete, pedestrians, bicycles, automobiles and • -. Ili , [. buses will be able to access the FrontRunner station at grade ,�1� _ `� �� while •an elevator, escalator and stairs would connect the • FrontRunner Station to the TRAX Station on top of the viaduct. W. vil �� Because of this, overall connectivity is the key issue and ilb 11/ • I �. �; challenge. To address this challenge, several key concepts and ? ,1 �� recommendations have been identified. . 1 ► .o., i 1.'i�r.r i .._... 1 i1 I 1 ' _��� 4�r. mg - The Urban Design Framework plan identifies the key elements that provide the essential key concepts and I �„ r _ t� recommendations needed to achieve transit-oriented I _ • _i� 1 L .- development and redevelopment. The Framework t I ) ' o r" identifies the location of pedestrian, bike and automobile �' ��w� ;�' " ' `r` infrastructure and is necessary to create unique places. �� . ; r �ii. . � i The Viaduct Transfer Station Area urban design ..., . 1 I framework,showing barriers(in red)and open ja- r space connections(in green). M I --i, -I ■ 7 �I i ,., 32 North Sle Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 4 • • 0 Key Concepts and Recommendations 2. 500 West,west of the tracks: There is no direct access 1. 500 West,east of the tracks: Extend the 500 West to the transit stations from the west of the railroad Parkway to 300 North and eventually to 600 North. tracks. The street does not have complete Extending linear open space on the east side of 500 West infrastructure. The following improvements would provides the pedestrian and bicycle access to the transit improve the character of the street and better connect stations and provides open space that can be an amenity the Guadalupe Neighborhood to the station platforms: to adjacent development. East-west connections should a. Install appropriate lighting,paving,curb,gutter, be provided at major cross streets. park strip and sidewalks. b. Providing a new mid-block street to 600 West between North Temple and 200 North. c. Providing pedestrian access adjacent to the ' viaduct at grade along UTA easement. Raitisieve.N►we{` d. Providing pedestrian access,via a staircase, 0+1 I/ MI• --- between the viaduct and 500 West. 4- e. Providing landscaping and screening between -- 500 West and the railroad corridor. f. Activate the space under the viaduct with a a i ' pi II i FII 1 plaza or other public space. Y� y� I 1 I d .air ra ^a I - ., „ , , ,, _ 004.PMZ Al KEMAI *1 e., ::. 4I4'y. ( 111 `1 1 I 1 n 14 6 '°MOB teJs'QMi_ _ -- _. . r ill ltia 1 f-� A • 1 • i t 1 1 Fib '� =f= _�_�• --cam— f j' ,•:.' I 11 P ,,, 4--. ,. 4_.--- _.7-,--- • A greenway should be created on the east side of 500 West. Providing access between viaduct and 500 West is crucial. • North Temple Boulevard•Viaducl'Pranster Station Area Plan 33 3. 500 West south of Viaduct: The Viaduct and railroad • ' tracks make it difficult to access the property directly ; i (� �alit aft ' south of the Viaduct and west of the railroad tracks. a'pith A'(l;CIENX'11 Access to this area could be improved by: `"""'° i `?,.tr-4 ,40 a. Extending 500 West under the Viaduct along the I I r. ' railroad corridor to connect with 600 West. j I 1 �l ( - 1 r L I b. Providing landscaping and screening between 1 ' i` �1Is ''MIONI I ,,,,, ' i I ,r:;w,.oq, 500 West and the railroad tracks. 1 PAl- c. Use space within the railroad right-of-way for a 1 1 wa "" -°• i unique type of storm water retention basin. I 3 • A 1 1---d. Allowing new developments to have access ` e� directly to the sidewalk on the North Temple =I I 'j_ - viaduct. 1 1 I .111 �Ij 1 I 411* 1 at I • S' I 'I I r-i n......,' R" ,l.,N'k,'M.,?.. I k& P'61111Nta0N19 --Q11.10 A 1 1 I ;I ;y x4 .r WI._.�..,,..,awrl.�, a ;1 . 4 _ lie /�= I 'i1-� -a_.- 1 Ate--.M'. �Ds . 1., I I ft-1,�1 /L I--I 1 i=_ 'I I �, P s: -s---- ` t 'It-- , , . " ,w�. -' I - } ,,t,p4• •: 1 f 1 ,_ t1 . I .• � ,. 1 t. i, p i —/ t l =;4 I—� _ _ _/ / '. �, Extending 200 North to 500 West will improve connectivity. • hroTh 4T in vivi ! -' y..�• - i• • 4. 200 North: Extending access along the abandoned 200 F° '. � /;,"=, North right of way will improve access for pedestrians, GI! 1,. /,./ /',A, bicyclists and automobiles if coordinated with the i 1 property owners development plans. It also could -'L' provide for an efficient location and effective transfer to ��% �\ buses from the transit stations. <'� _ 111 1111ZA 500 West should curve to the west and connect with 600 West. 34 North'•le Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan U • ( ' ( 5. East-West Pedestrian Connections: Other than the 6. Public Realm/Transit Infrastructure: The infrastructure North Temple Viaduct,there are no existing pedestrian or in the area should be designed to create a special place bicycle connections to the transit stations from either within the City and add to the unique nature of the 400 West or 600 West. There is a critical need to address station area. The Viaduct and transit stations set the this. tone and feel for the area and are important in a. Create a major pedestrian connection from the celebrating the role transit plays in the City. FrontRunner Station Platform along the north side a. The Viaduct should be designed as an iconic of the Viaduct to 400 West. structure. b. Provide pedestrian access from the sidewalks on b. The North Temple concept of"avenue of lights" the Viaduct to each quadrant of the station area. should be continued across the Viaduct. c. Provide pedestrian access directly to 300 North c. The TRAX station should stand out from other • from the FrontRunner platform. stations because it is the only elevated station in d. Improve all pedestrian connections with the entire system and creates a great vista to appropriately scaled sidewalk,lighting,way- adjacent areas. finding signs,etc. d. Use the space under the viaduct to create a unique public plaza under the Viaduct. e. Design the space under the Viaduct as a north/ south activity point of the 500 West linear open space to ensure desirable activities. 111 17. I� I I Lt""=� f. Use a water feature to identify the presence of V f I pi rid I-•i City Creek and the role it historically played along • ,,, /S` ! ! North Temple. '.' o ,; � ,'� ; , ► _l O 1 i 4 i. av " - .a , • Pedestrian connections from FrontRunner to 400 West are vital. • North Temple Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 35 7. City Creek Open Space Connection: Connecting the 8. Rio Grande Street Connection: Rio Grande Street - station area and the 500 West open space to the extends from 400 South to 200 South as a public street recommended City Creek Corridor(see the 800 West and from 200 South to 50 North as a private street. Station Area)would connect the station area to the Portions of the street are very vibrant and lively. Jordan River Parkway. Extending a pedestrian connection to the north of North a. Develop an open space trail from 500 West along Temple could improve the overall circulation pattern and the City Creek Corridor to the Jordan River vitality necessary for a vibrant pedestrian district. Parkway. Options include creating a pedestrian tunnel under the b. Include appropriate way finding and interpretive viaduct,or integrating a pedestrian version of the street signs along the City Creek Corridor. through future buildings to having a version of the street meander through the parcel eventually connecting to 400 • West and 500 West. A r I e '. ' - - _ _ _► i I I, - R-• - -�_ Hi�.i :n : ; df,.H ;i;:WK: L¢hlfi / _ -® . . .1 , -r 44 ' _ ,,,....., , - - i yok00.J,1 IDD:,. I . / ( / i _ N a w.; I `... Mh� 1 in ir!>" '• • r . • to 4: , .,, .- • ..// „54....._ L,4„,,,,, . . , i ! ,,, 1 ..........,.:„.,.,. .... .2. ......., . . 4 . , ..-----,..,- . : ...„. ...:;:::0 ,‘ I ' ,', - .,....: A I t _ i, --Th O �''� r' /-- '' II �40 ' ' i� I r--- -t� I \\', :;� " 1 The 500 West greenway should connect to proposed City Creek Corridor west of 1-15 and Rio Grande should be extended north for pedes- ii 36 North4::::)le Boulevard•Viaduet'I',ansler Station Area flan 0 � f Viaduct Transfer Station A a The policies for the Viaduct Transfer Station Area are based on Strategy 1-B: Create standards that produce compact, dense the future vision for the station,which was developed through a and intense development closer to the station and less intense, series of workshops with property owners, stakeholders, UTA, compatible development adjacent to stable low density consultants and City staff. The policies incorporate the transit- neighborhoods. oriented development principles outlined in the introduction to a.Establish standards for minimum lot coverage,building the North Temple Boulevard Plan. These policies will guide setbacks and building design that will create a vibrant,active future infrastructure improvements and land use decisions and and safe pedestrian environment. will provide the regulatory framework for development. Each b.Establish both minimum and maximum building heights in policy has a number of specific strategies and action items that the station area,with the tallest buildings being located are intended to implement the policy. closer to the station platform and gradually decrease or step down as they approach areas where lower building heights Policy#1: Development are desirable. Use proactive zoning tools and design guidelines to create a c.Establish development standards that increase the level of built environment that creates high quality projects that build compatibility between conflicting uses and maintain some on and enhance the station area assets. solar access through appropriate building and site design Strategy 1-A: Develop design standards and giudelines that standards,such as building step downs,buffering,types of focus on creating a pedestrian-friendly environment while still uses,etc. accommodating automobiles. d.Allow single-use commercial buildings up to the allowed a. Develop land use regulations that help implement the building height,provided the building is designed in a manner that is consistent with adopted design guidelines and agreed upon long term vision for the area,increases encourages street level activity throughout the day and flexibility for mixed-use development,and uses night. incentives for development. b. Create a zoning system to ensure new development e.Use zoning incentives to promote vertical mixed use in the incorporates an acceptable level of design as outlined in Core Area. the design standards and guidelines for the station areas. f.Encourage the removal of billboards as properties redevelop. North Temple Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 37 Policy#2:Connectivity Strategy 2-A: Ensure pedestrian connectivity between the four 'Improve the pedestrian environment to create a walkable quadrants of the station area,the FrontRunner Station and the transit-oriented urban center while also accommodating TRAX Station on top of the Viaduct. various modes of transportation. a. Provide at grade connections between the four quadrants under the Viaduct. Connectivity is critical to the function of an urban center. It b. Provide stairs between the surface streets and the impacts the business community,which relies on motor vehicles sidewalks on the North Temple Viaduct. as the primary mode of transportation for a significant number c. Allow new development that is adjacent to the Viaduct to of customers and daily needs, such as deliveries and residents, have second level or third level access from the building who many need an automobile to travel to work,school or fulfill directly to the sidewalks on the North Temple Viaduct. daily needs. However,with the construction of the Airport Light • Rail,the modes of travel change and more emphasis should be d. Ensure that all transit stations, sidewalks and paths are placed on more sustainable modes of travel. universally accessible. Providing people with options is a key principle for transit- Strategy 2-B: Ensure that the Viaduct Transfer Station and oriented development. This means providing safe,comfortable commuter rail station are well connected to each other and and interesting environment for walking, cycling and other nearby development. similar modes of travel while also providing appropriately a. Extend 500 West east of the tracks so that it connects to designed and located facilities for motor vehicles. It includes 300 North initially and continues further north as various connections between the transit stations and nearby development occurs. destinations as well as connections from all points within the b. Require pedestrian and bicycle connections to 500 West station area to one another and to those locations outside of the and 400 West as adjacent properties redevelop. station area. c. Create a place on 500 West where cars and buses can 3 sma ®onL-f�.-J ■■■ conveniently pick up and drop off people using the mass ',Y,„J,]_J PM transit •system,but maintain Salt Lake Central Station as • Connecting the key . E the primary transportation hub in the City. destinations, �� `J intersections and transit do r ,. d. Provide adequate space for buses to serve the light rail stations are necessary to _ station as well as the commuter rail station while not create a pedestrian .v C1 I diminishing the development potential of adjacent friendly environment. - property. . iii e. Use appropriately designed and strategically located way 4tii:0 finding signs to direct people to the transit station from � ' I ! ' the public streets and destinations within the station area. 38 North Ole Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan . • 0 Policy#3: Mix of Uses Intensify the mix of uses around the Viaduct Transfer Station. Successful transit-oriented station areas include a rich mix of Strategy 3-B: Develop zoning regulations that promote a choices and uses that are compatible and in balance with one diverse mix of uses. another, including commercial, office, residential, institutional, a. Keep the GMU Zoning District in place south of the and entertainment. The uses are arranged and placed in areas Viaduct. Allow amendments to the GMU District as where they can take full advantage of the various transit modes. issues are identified to ensure the zoning regulations are A broad mix of uses provides people with choices on where to consistent with this plan. live,shop,be entertained and work. b. Rezone the Core Area north of the Viaduct to promote intense mixed-use development. Strategy 3-A: Identify transit-friendly land uses that are appropriate in the station area. c. Rezone the Transition Area north of the Viaduct to a. Allow any use that is generally considered compatible promote mixed use development of an appropriate scale with transit-oriented development. that respects the relatively small structures in the Guadalupe Neighborhood. b. Identify auto-oriented and low intensity uses that should be prohibited around the Viaduct Transfer Station. c. Establish development standards that increase the level of compatibility between uses through appropriate building and site design standards. d. Allow single-use commercial buildings up to the allowed building height provided the building is designed in a manner that is consistent with adopted design guidelines NiVe and encourages street level activity throughout the day O and evening hours. --� Mat e. Allow residential densities that can help support the mas 111— ; g ,!� ,y`.— 4�'+`' transit in the area and the station area as a regional � ii�� � ,—'��� n.' � destination. P. ii • .-.4 The connection between the FrontRunner station -_ �*� - (at grade)and the Viaduct TRAX station should be . • seamless and comfortable. North Temple Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 39 Policy#4: Placemaking Create safe,vibrant and useful public spaces. Strategy 4-B: Identify key elements of desirable public spaces that can contribute to the unique character of the area and The public spaces within the station area help create a sense of enhance the connections between the transit stations and place and are important to the creation of urban"living rooms." nearby developments. The Viaduct Transfer Station Area contains a number of regional a. Public spaces should be designed to allow for a wide destination points. The public spaces that connect the station array of activities. platforms to these destinations are important in creating a b. Public spaces on private property,such as plazas, unique and special place in Salt Lake City. Public spaces occur at courtyards or pathways at building entrances,should be various elevations and are mixed throughout the station area. inviting,comfortable and distinguishable. c. Elements in public spaces should be appealing to the • Strategy 4-A: Recognize the Viaduct and the open space senses. This can be accomplished by using materials of underneath as important public spaces. various colors or textures and adding features that create a. Encourage a range of activities in and around public sound and movement,such as water features or spaces to allow for natural surveillance,people watching, elements that move in the wind. and active uses during daytime and nighttime. b. Work with local artists to introduce art into the space under the Viaduct. A h 4 c. Use appropriately materials to blend the 500 West linear open space south of the Viaduct to future linear green r) ; ` space north of the Viaduct. 1�/ ( � 1 irr I ! ` ' 1 r+' �U^� 'i�, i��= I i4� �`^ "r fir. Good public spaces have . EGA I �3—yk r a variety of elements . , ^ #% `l�� ► y that appeal to the L.-j_P > .� senses,feel safe,and , e „ can be utilized fora 1�. j 1 E al..o � variety of activities. '-"" t•! 11 lh 40 North e Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan • Strategy 4-C: Recognize the uniqueness of the location, and Strategy 4-D: Use landscaping to integrate the various linear complexity of the various functional and urban design elements connections into the station area. of the North Temple Viaduct and transit stations. a. Extend a version of the 500 West parkway treatment a. Use quality materials,craftsmanship and design north of the Viaduct,but do not require it to be located excellence for the viaduct,TRAX Station and FrontRunner in the middle of the street. Stations to ensure they are iconic elements. b. Use landscaping to soften the edges between the railroad b. Work with UTA on the design of the Viaduct,TRAX and tracks and adjacent Guadalupe neighborhood and future FrontRunner Stations to ensure that the sidewalks, developments as well as along pedestrian and bicycle platforms,and station canopy are attractive,accessible, paths to create a more pleasant environment. well maintained,functional and provide adequate shelter from the weather. • c. Use lighting not only to improve the safety of the area, but to help create a unique identity for the station •t I I% platforms and viaduct. r — l L•,::j Iq t 1 I. 1-, . ; '! v a F' t' Fe► iy 1t� n. K. ,� _•- 3 �` \\ \:71r _,i • `' �►i mil7/....0.14' r\ --..- . 7),, i ' • .1 + ifat '- Landscaping is a vital element of pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods. The area underneath the viaduct should be designed to allow for safe and comfortable pedestrian activity. • North Temple Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan 41 Policy#5: Destinations Enhance the station area as a regional destination, transit activity center and major entry point to the City. Direct access from adjacent The Viaduct Transfer Station is surrounded by local and regional buildings to the North Temple Viaduct will add vitality. destinations. Not only is it a place that attracts nearby residents, it also attracts people from other cities along the Wasatch Range • and out of town visitors. -4111\ Strategy 5-A:Use the existing destinations in the station area to encourage future development. ` 0 ,r. • a. Identify land uses that can support the major r-1 destinations in the area and add to the vitality and use of the area. _ North Temple Viaduct Strategy 5-B:Create development regulations that enhance the area as a regional destinations,but also has a dense,urban place where people live,work,shop and play. a. Use development regulations that promote ; ' i unique design materials,craftsmanship, I 15 s� _�7 open space,and connectivity that complements the regional destinations. } '7 i� :3 b. Encourage building and site design that \'1 , x y_ �JJ I� • encourages people to explore the station "--^I� � l 9.- ;r' ' area. !,l._ i,r ^ , r, 1 oir c. Use way finding signs to direct people to the I I' �1 ��;• �1 �� destinations in the station area and to other ile f7MII r 1 -'<1p w,ylr I■ Ii4,11Il jilirinf 1 • parts of Downtown. �� �f 'l 1+� 1"'_l• �,�_,!!� �+ 'ma) . .i- ./ i q, .,4 Connectivity,a mix of uses and attractive,safe, comfortable public spaces will enhance the Ail -ill."' station area as a regional destination. •' . 42 North',le Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan • • ( . Key Projects an`;,4• v7 MEM The vision of the North Temple Viaduct Transfer Station requires Improve 500 West catalyst projects. Catalyst projects are those projects, big or 500 West is a paved street that is missing adequate curb,gutter, small, that will have noticeable, positive changes on the sidewalks and landscaping. Improving this street will make the community and encourage further development. Potential street function better, enhance the safety of all users, visually projects and follow up items that will have a significant positive connects the Guadalupe neighborhood to the stations and to impact on the community may include the following projects. destinations on the south side of the viaduct. Landscaping will soften the edges between the railroad corridor and adjacent Rezone the Station Area development. In order to fully capture the benefit of the Airport Light Rail Line and to capitalize on the large public investment,the area should Bus Service be rezoned to more of a transit friendly zoning district. The In order for the Viaduct Transfer Station to function effectively future zoning districts should reflect the station area boundary the stations need to be served by local buses. This station maps with the core, transitional and stable areas. The zoning should be treated differently than the Salt Lake City Central regulations should also promote transit-oriented development Station,approximately a half mile to the south. The majority of by simplifying processes and having clear standards. Incentives bus service should occur at the Central Station, where there is should be used to promote a vertical mix of uses. ample space for the staging of buses. At the station itself,space is limited. A linear layout with bus pull outs would be adequate Extend 500 West to provide the few routes that would access the Viaduct Transfer 500 West should be extended to the north under the viaduct in Station. The staging of buses should only occur at Salt Lake order to provide access to the light rail and commuter rail station Central Station. platforms. Not only does this improve direct access, it also improves the connections between the station platforms and the (_) Gateway development. Including edge landscaping continues a version of the 500 West open space corridor. • North Temple Boulevard•Viaduct"I7ansfcr Station Area Plan 43 Billboards Coordinate and Monitor the Transit Infrastructure Billboards restrict the development opportunities on private Due to the unique character of the Viaduct TRAX Station and the property. In order to achieve the full development potential in FrontRunner Station and the importance placed on the overall the station area, no new billboards should be allowed and all design of the public infrastructure,the City needs to continue to existing billboards should be removed. Future zoning work with UTA and their consultants on the design of the regulations should prohibit billboards from being erected. The Viaduct , the TRAX and FrontRunner Stations and the removal of existing billboards should be done in accordance with connections between the two stations. This needs to happen applicable laws and regulations. through the design process and continue through the construction period to ensure the community's vision is Support Art in the Community integrated into the infrastructure. A local art community is beginning to form in the area. O Supporting the arts in the community would help make the Viaduct Transfer Station Area unique and better unite adjacent neighborhoods with each other and transit. The youth in the area are particularly engaged in the arts. Several youth groups have indicated they would like to see public artist walls established in the area, as well as an art center where local artists can display their work. Through the Art in Transit program,a portion of the budget for the Airport Trax line will be used for art at the Viaduct Trax Station. O 44 North Boulevard•Viaduct Transfer Station Area Plan • • ...r,7.... 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II ! . - 4:.2=?' ls 1 C 00 •---," - -,,,i,,,, 800 WEST STATION AREA PLAN Table of Contents 11111 Vision 47 Community Input 48 • Existing Conditions and Context 49 The 800 West Station Area 51 1r f - 7 o. $ .A' Assets & Challenges 54 s''-i, # 4$ t ' `«t1'/�' '� lit Urban Design Framework 55 icf011 800 West Station Area Policies 57 Policy #1: Mobility 57 ` I a— - h • Policy #2: Mix of Uses 59 l iiiiil Policy #3: Placemaking 61 Policy #4: Residential Density 63 Key Projects & Follow-up Actions 66 Landscaped medians along 800 West. ( , North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station•Plan 46 ( ( ► Vision • ,� The 800 West Station Area will become a transit-oriented neighborhood that is designed for the pedestrian,with safe,accessible streets, buildings with windows and doors next to the sidewalk,and public places where people can safely gather and interact with others. The area will be connected to nearby places through a series of sidewalks, bicycle paths, trails and streets that are safe, convenient, comfortable and interesting. North Temple is the common ground and Main Street between the Jackson, Euclid and Guadalupe neighborhoods and the station platform and connections to the platform act as an important center piece of a multi-cultural,diverse and sustainable community. The following policies are intended to make the vision a reality: 1. Mobility:Improve the pedestrian environment to create a walkable transit-oriented neighborhood. 2. Mix of Uses: Intensify the mix of uses around the 800 West Station. The 800 West Station's 3. Placemaking:Create safe,vibrant and useful public spaces. location in Salt Lake City's neighborhoods and rail 4. Residential Density:Increase the residential density around the 800 West Station. system. J 470QIGI rn s a M CAPITOL HILL AIRPORT — 1 WO 1 Ilit J°'Ro. © BIDS1IEC 4 1 JACKSON 11 JORDAN P�4F. i GUA1DALUPE MEADOWS 'p 06@i61 l. . BOO WEST STATION „... 4 o � �= EUCLIDPOPLAR U "'' 0,--\iri Is 8100907IN WEST GROVE DOWNTOWN SALT LAKE t ��� O —a— Future TRAX Line/Stations -' FrontRunner Line/Station'� e — Existing TRAX Line/Stations JACKSON Community/Neighborhood 47 North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station Area Plan rig Community InputINN a -_Y June Workshop October Workshop The June workshop focused on the likes, dislikes, and future The topic of the October workshop was land use. Through a visions for the entire corridor. While the comments were series of meetings with the public, key stakeholders and directed for the entire length of North Temple Boulevard,several landowners, and major employers several principles were themes emerged that relate to 800 West: developed: • Mixed use around nodes. • More intense mix of uses on North Temple. • Improve the overall connectivity. • Preserve stable neighborhoods. . • Economic development opportunities for small,locally • Make 900 West a neighborhood commercial street. owned businesses. • Bring City Creek to the surface. • Increase housing with a variety of housing types,but • Infill housing in undeveloped mid-block areas in Jackson protect the lower density neighborhoods. neighborhood. • Change the perception of the west side image. • Clean up 1-15 underpass. • Incorporate urban design into the corridor. • Enhance the existing mix of uses in the Euclid neighborhood. August Workshop The August workshop focused on those things that should be done now,those things that should be done in the future, and the big ideas that could be used to make each station unique. The comments received identified 800 West as an existing mixed use urban neighborhood that could be enhanced in the future The comments received from the public workshops have been used to • with more residential density, enhanced diversity, and other identify a vision for the station area,define what type of transit station exterior improvements to turn the station area into a gathering the 800 West Station Area is,create land use policies,identify key projects place. Desired improvements identified include more art,better and to recognize key characteristics of future architecture,more landscaping and more businesses. zoning regulations. - •.w_ r ~ • • North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station,Plan 48 Existing Conditions a'4`. ,� ME Existing Conditions in the Station Area 717•;--'—'1"° - •" Today, the 800 West station area has an auto-oriented — -. development pattern with a mix of land uses. There are twoRI - primary neighborhoods, Euclid and Jackson. Generally, North 0 — - Temple at 800 West is defined by: i • Buildings set back from the street with parking lots in 1 ti front; IF't w k• _ • Large,auto-oriented business signs; F } ' !r - f • Incomplete landscaping and unsafe sidewalks; IP 'F. - • Poor connections to areas beyond the station area; I fK- Lam.*�L! ••,- -t. - • A lack of residential density to support more desired commercial uses;and Euclid is a small neighborhood south of North Temple,with a • Neighborhoods that extend to North Temple, the only unique pattern of uses,characterized by: location along the corridor where this happens. • Residential,commercial and industrial uses side by • A block pattern and street network that promotes side; walking and bicycling. • Concentrations of single-family homes on the southern and eastern edges; • The Fisher Mansion,a locally designated landmark site; • Small streets that bisect many of the large blocks; • A landscaped median on 800 West;and -. • A lack of sidewalks,good roads,and curb and gutter. � \ ire '_,� "• " Jackson is a large,stable,single-family neighborhood to the north of ' - $.1: _ } - North Temple. It is characterized by: - _.ilk • Small streets that bisect many of the large blocks; �`� • Structures within the Northwest National Historic District; 'q l• r 1. Jr �•,I:.. ; .\- • Mature street trees and landscaped park strips,with a ihol; t �' �- + landscaped median along 800 West;and t -il•1- �,-1 _ 31; " • '-,.,� ' '.''- -- { : • Good sidewalks,roads,curb and gutter throughout the `�-•^, L,` • - `� •;, - am.r salt Ig,, I neighborhood. 49 North Temple Boulevard•HIIII ly'-I't niun Streets and Connections Key Demographics ' The 800 West Station Area has a well established street network Basic demographic data for the 800 West station area and that connects adjacent neighborhoods to North Temple. adjacent neighbors indicate major changes in the number of However, the area is separated from the Guadalupe and people,dwelling units and jobs over the next 20 years. The area Gateway neighborhoods to the east by 1-15 and the Poplar Grove could add more than 3,000 new residents, almost 4,600 new dwelling units, and 4,000 new jobs. These numbers are based neighborhood to the south by 1-80. 900 West is the primary off of existing US census data as well as projections done by the connection to neighborhoods north and south of the station Wasatch Front Regional Council, an entity who is charged with area,while North Temple is the major east/west connection to planning short, medium and long term transportation projects Downtown and areas west. There are few connections under based on future growth scenarios. Many factors will contribute the interstates. The underpasses generally include an integrated to the actual changes over time,including market trends,but it is II curb and sidewalk and poor lighting. important to anticipate the potential growth. Salt Lake City must plan for necessary infrastructure improvements and The Euclid neighborhood is divided by a heavy freight rail line services to support increases in residents and workers. that creates a barrier between the southern and northern parts Attracting new residents to the area through increased density of the neighborhood.In some areas of the Euclid neighborhood, around the transit stations helps preserve existing neighborhoods, protects property values, supports local infrastructure such as curb,gutter and sidewalk is missing. There businesses and enhances the quality of life. are few bicycle lanes in the area, with 1000 West being the primary bicycle street. Current Demographic Data ePopulation Dwelling Units Jobs 5,182 1,720 3,387 (Source:2000 U.S.Census) 0 - • 2030 Projected Demographic Data .n Population Dwelling Units Jobs `` ,"• -, `. .' 1 8,358 6,409 7,716 ,5.: ..P i .� '`�1. 7� '•fry .1 I �r't t (Source:Wasatch Front Regional Council) Ixch I� l jT�, There are many options of improving the overall $x- T ,,-.•'- '3 • - ' connectivity throughout the 800 West Station Area. j -- d i Existing bicycle lanes(green)can be complemented i, i r•,,_!t� , /1=�{� , .i I.I � with future bicycle lanes(orange). Isime North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station•Plan SO ) (j I The 800 West Statt . ' Min A station area is the space that surrounds a transit station. The 800 West Core Area station platform is the center of the area and the places that are The Core Area is comprised of the land closest to the station and generally within a 5 minute walk from the platform, most likely to see significant changes over time. Based on approximately'A of a mile make up the remainder of the station. feedback received throughout the planning process,appropriate The 800 West Station is unique because it has a well established zoning regulations might include: block and street pattern that promotes walking and bicycling. • Multi story buildings up to 7 stories in height,potentially The existing uses, such as the locally owned restaurants,coffee more through the use of zoning incentives; shops and grocery store establish a solid foundation for creating ( a more diverse and intense mix of uses. • Building design based upon design guidelines; • Increased pedestrian activity; Station Area Typology • Buildings with multiple uses,such as ground floor retail The 800 West Station Area displays characteristics most with residential above; commonly found in an Urban Neighborhood Station. This type • Buildings pulled closer to the sidewalk with doors and of station area is characterized by the presence of an established windows adjacent to the sidewalk; neighborhood within or adjacent to the station area, an existing • Reduced parking requirements with parking located mix of uses and building types with different densities and behind buildings or in structures;and intensities, a mix of transit services, and an existing block and • More diverse activities on the sidewalk,such as outdoor street network that is compatible with transit-oriented dining. development. Within this type of station area are three distinct areas: the s�q' "� ;i�~`� A model of what Core,Transitional,and stable areas. The core area is comprised &=�� o �`.. 800 West might look like in terms of those areas that are the closest to the station platform and of building form likely to see the biggest change. The transitional area are those and size. areas that could see some change,but the intensity and scale of ...o / Building heights new development is less than what could occur in the Core. The `.+• - are exaggerated Stable area are those properties that have well established land A to show the -� +� � differences in uses that are an asset to the station area or are likely to see Y " minor development pressures as a result of the transit station -it-. `\ y 1 intensities. being relatively close by. o.V.r<9• 51 North Temple Boulevard•SUII West Station Area Plan 800 West Transitional Area 800 West Stable Area The Transitional Area is the area that will see some change over Zoning regulations should be aimed at maintaining the existing the next 20 years,but the change will generally be smaller scale development characteristics while allowing appropriately scaled and less intense than the Core Area.Future development within residential infill development. Minor changes happen within the this area should be used as a transition between North Temple existing development pattern and are consistent with the overall and the neighborhoods nearby. Zoning regulations that could scale of the surrounding structures.These areas may see smaller accomplish this would include the following characteristics: scale development,such as • A mix of housing types,ranging from 3-4 story • Infill development such as twin homes and attached multifamily developments to single-family homes; single-family dwellings,primarily in mid-block areas that • A buffer between the Core and Stable areas; are currently underdeveloped or under-utilized;and • A mix of uses including residential and commercial uses • New development that is compatible in terms of scale to • that are less intense than what is found in the Core area; existing development in other parts of the Stable Area. • Buildings that are located at or near the sidewalk, possibly with landscaped yards or outdoor dining;and • Parking located to the side or behind buildings. e� III6ag II'�©yl ill" u= Land Uses _ la ri _ _ = _©M L= ❑Single Family Revdennet - MN _...Ila aim ❑Two-family Residential - _ ` p '. .Multifamily Residential N O+R T M T E M P L E ll Neighborhood Commercial IN lllrerr IP Irl ■General Commercial 2 © • • © I_ill� •Service/Retail Hu:- pr•101i0_ I ❑Light Industrial 1�W �� 1 Heavy Industrial . _• o UOINmi p 4©CD06© 7� ■Agricultural I© ❑Institutional - y 1 © . m . ■Parks 8 Recreaeon +NOR.TH TE . ® uul Utilities p Milli T ❑Streets There are opportunities for infill development in the interiors of the blocks in -—• :i II.1 ! 111111III ill the Jackson neighborhood. The 800 West and 900 West blocks between 200 AM 11111 Mini 1111imm Raboads Airports/Other and 300 North are examples. 11111 111 11111111 - IIIvacant 0 Unclassified/Unknown The Euclid neighborhood is a transitional area with a wide range of land uses. North Temple Boulevard•800 West StationiPlan 52 Da) WWI! e a a Parcels in red represent the Core Area, © -- — er where an intense level of transit- o i - — ` oriented zoning is appropriate. s i a a a ♦ i ♦ Parcelsrat in al Arwea. are partse or asth i • SOO q®f3411 ♦ Transitional Area. These areas are appropriate for mixed use and less D intensive transit-oriented zoning. i a ( -. i oMI l Parcels in blue are part of Stable Areas, areas where little change is expected or 1p0f14©4©'�'06© son West Station desired or where the current zoning 1 1 allows for the desired future land uses 1 it / t r� and intensities. z. lE. ♦ SOUTH TEMPL© y S. `�a ♦ • poa©on gnat . _ _ _ flOO ©OM4q a is a ©119¢600, pn© n a cmi Q t 0.1 02 mi. ni 53 North Temple Boulevard•8011 Wed Station Area Plan . Assets & Challenges >r ; Like any developed corridor with a long history, North Temple Challenges presents a variety of both assets and challenges for • Auto-oriented land uses; redevelopment. The assets and challenges of 800 West, • Parking lots occupy more than 50%of the land along summarized below,were defined by the people who live,work North Temple; and operate businesses in the area during workshops and conversations. • 1-15 underpasses and sound walls; • Lack of connections to Gateway neighborhood; Assets • Freight rail line; • • Popular local business such as the Red Iguana; • Crime,such as drugs and prostitution; • Existing street grid and connections throughout the • Lack of public infrastructure in some parts of the Euclid station area; Neighborhood; • Churches in the Jackson neighborhood; • Too small a residential population to support more • Jackson Elementary; diverse commercial uses;and • Closest station to Downtown; • Fairgrounds is not integrated into the community. N '4 ' \ • Landscaped medians on 800 West; lackso i. Neighborhood 0 RI • Relatively small blocks in the I` Landscaped Euclid neighborhood promote =' N - I Mednta walkability;•• Well preserved single family © PjLana R • PIM homes on 1000 West block of 800 West Station // CitiFront Euclid Avenue;and ! • ' 0 4 • The main entrance to the Fairgrounds at 1000 West. ...° - - x; J From top to bottom:the Red Iguana uclid "` E $ i Gateway iii ,Ne horhood restaurant,landscaped medians on 800 West, a Neighborhood i _ and single-family homes in Euclid. / • • North Temple Boulevard•800 West StationnPlan 54 ® • 1 ... img Urban Design Framework ■ The Urban Design Framework Plan identifies the following elements: c 1. • Mobility&Connectivity 'I \. • Open Space Network r — \ • Public Improvements — _Li . r I/ � W%ltatlwY ,____J, .. • Adjacencies 1 /\ 0` ' r ) trill ms 1� :IIII 1■ 01 O The Urban Design Framework I 1�L I =- ' ■ ` i �I' Map identifies those elements, III �� , such as the block pattern and •' — �) .,.: , size,that establish the k framework for future urban i ��tM design improvements. I ' �Tµ giia ■i i • ' xy•Milk u(sl Eln • �..•� --- B ❑■ r r - . .- 7t •I wr - . i : i _ jr�i g I lC ,,�� ,A ;i yy . The 800 West Station Area urban design '' T n►4)46 i ■ framework,showing barriers(in red)and open 1117111E r K.. ,-. A�. ill I space connections(in green). � —� ' t - - - -- ' i' w OA Willi Cif4S ‘, Vila MOW. . I am.* _I DI 1.7.0 i.d,..r.o.4..4. / . I' 7 I 1.1 1 ,., I j 55 North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station Area Plan The purpose of the Urban Design Framework Plan is to Key Recommendations identify those elements of the built environment that impact 1. Bridge Barriers: Existing infrastructure creates physical where people go and how they get there. Once these barriers that prevent people from easily travelling outside elements are identified, then the community can begin to of the station area, particularly to the Gateway focus on the infrastructure that impedes movement and Development, City Creek Center, LDS Campus and the discourages visits to certain destinations. This framework Guadalupe neighborhoods to the east and the State envisions a larger area than the station area plan because the Fairpark and Jordan River Parkway to the west. destinations are often located outside of a station area,such • Improve the streets,sidewalks,bicycle lanes and as the Gateway,City Creek Center or Downtown. pathways between the 800 West Station Area and the destinations on the periphery of the station ___ area. • 111_1_11.11 ma® I saUtfeze hways int signsoomark ce s aeonatend safe pathways into and out of the station area. ii ;- j 2. Connect the Open Space Network: Bringing City Creek to the surface along the abandoned Folsom Avenue rail line and creating an associated trail system would improve the overall connectivity of the Station Area, Downtown and the Jordan River Parkway. ai 3. Public Improvements: Ensure that all streets have , [ complete infrastructure, including bicycle lanes, park �� strip where space allows, curb, gutter and sidewalk. _ ► _• t Innovative techniques and designs for such things as collecting storm water should be used where • I ( Boo WEST a appropriate. 1 -VW" 3►F1tM r -�ir �,� • p� r �� . 9 i imp I 0 , IN 0 0 North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station•Plan 56 e • "pi 800 West Station Area Polici •._ Ill The policies for the 800 West Station Area are based on the Strategy 1-A:Develop design guidelines that focus on creating a future vision for the station area,which was developed through pedestrian-friendly environment while still accommodating a series of workshops with property owners, stakeholders, and automobiles. city staff. The policies incorporate the Transit-Oriented a. Develop handouts for developers which include the vision Development Principles outlined in the introduction to this plan. for the station area and a checklist that can be used to These policies will guide future infrastructure improvements and determine to what degree a project implements the land use decisions and will provide the regulatory framework for community vision and goals for that area. development. Each policy has a number of specific strategies b. Use a performance based point system to ensure new • and action items that will foster and implement the policy. development incorporates an acceptable level of design guidelines. The point system should be incentive-based. Policy#1: Mobility Improve the pedestrian environment to create a walkable transit-oriented neighborhood while also accommodating other modes of transportation. Mobility refers to the manner in which people get from one place to another. Providing people with transportation options is a key principle for transit-oriented development. This means providing safe, comfortable and interesting facilities for pedestrians, bicyclists and other similar modes of travel, while also providing appropriately designed and located facilities for motor vehicles. Mobility is critical to the function of a • neighborhood.It affects the business community,which relies on motor vehicles as the primary mode of transportation for a significant number of customers and daily needs, such as deliveries and residents who may need an automobile to travel to work,school or for daily needs. 57 North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station Area Plan Strategy 1-B: Effectively manage parking around the station. a. Ensure that parking does not interfere with pedestrians by locating it to the side or rear of buildings and include safe pedestrian paths to the front of the building. When located to the side, the parking should be set back so it is .11Ift,0, 4 IF I •;`'h-' behind the front wall of the building and in the side yard. lg. b. Provide parking for other vehicles, such as bicycles or scooters, and space for drop-off and pick-up locations for j _ 212.44_t_11 t pit transit riders. c. Establish minimum and maximum parking standards for A cross-section of North Temple after Airport Light all new development. Rail construction shows a complete street,with • space for pedestrians, bicyclists,cars and transit. d. Consider on street parking layouts that create the most parking stalls and the least amount of conflicts. e. Over time, establish criteria to develop a public parking structure in the area to support local businesses. Strategy 1-C: Design and build complete streets throughout the f. Over time, transition from surface parking to structured station area to accommodate all users, with emphasis placed parking. x on the safety and security of pedestrians and bicyclists. a. Build streets with complete infrastructure that includes ..,< `I vehicle travel lanes, bicycle lanes, parking where space „�s�; ' , allows, curb and gutter, park strips where appropriate, P , ` — • `"'r and adequate width sidewalks as new development , ' q p if 1 4 p occurs. • b. Design streets with the safety of pedestrians and •`,, _ ' j ' 0 bicyclists in mind. Include clearly marked sidewalks, ��• appropriate crossing signals, bulb-outs at anticipated it•.-- zit a y pedestrian routes, and adequate street lighting and sidewalk lighting on North Temple. (< g g p i it ' c. Explore the possibility of building a one-way street couplet along City Creek for Folsom Avenue between 900 _ _ West and 1000 West to foster safety for the park and / �` provide access to development along the corridor. J, ,` V. d. Identify appropriate locations for mid-block walkways and crosswalks on North Temple. Allowing on-street parking in mixed use areas helps commercial businesses and could result in new developments not having to build surface parking lots. --,'1 North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station Plan 58 0 Policy#2: Mix of Uses Strategy 2-A: Create standards that produce compact, dense Intensify the mix of uses around the 800 West Station. and intense development closer to the station and less intense, compatible development adjacent to stable single-family Successful transit-oriented station areas include a mix of uses, neighborhoods. including commercial,office,residential and,in some cases,light a. Establish standards for minimum lot coverage,building industrial,that create options for people. The uses are arranged setbacks and building design that will create a vibrant, and placed in areas where they can take full advantage of the active and safe pedestrian environment. light rail. A broad mix of uses provides people with choices on b. Establish both minimum and maximum building heights where to live,shop and work. in the station area,with the tallest buildings being located closer to the station platform on the north side of the Boulevard and shorter buildings on the south side. • Building heights near the platform should be set to accommodate up to six floors. c. Develop regulations that require development to"step down"as it approaches stable,single-family dwelling areas,such as the Jackson neighborhood or the 1000 West block of Euclid Avenue. d. Use zoning incentives to promote vertical mixed use in III - the Core Area. `i ;ag r '1 e. Require the removal of billboards as properties redevelop aand prohibit new billboards in the station area. i•����lj�ll�,�1., Strategy 2-B: Identify transit-friendly land uses that are an rK� �f��1�`y r1:' l• appropriate in the station area. 1 VW" �� a. Allow any use that is generally considered compatible with transit-oriented development. b. Identify auto-oriented and low intensity uses that should be prohibited around the 800 West Transit Station. Uses can be mixed vertically(between floors)and horizontally(between c. Establish development standards that increase the level buildings or entrances). of compatibility between conflicting uses through appropriate building and site design standards. d. Allow single-use commercial buildings up to the allowed building height provided the building is designed in a manner that is consistent with adopted design guidelines. 59 North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station Area Plan Strategy 2-C: Allow for intense mix of uses in the Euclid Strategy 2-D:Create a neighborhood commercial district along ' neighborhood. 900 West. a. Encourage live/work units throughout the Euclid a. Maximize on-street parking along 900 West to improve neighborhood. its economic vitality as a neighborhood commercial b. Rezone the Euclid neighborhood to a mixed use zoning street. district that allows a wide range of uses with appropriate b. Improve the infrastructure,including curb and gutter, scaled buildings. park strips,street lighting,and sidewalks along 900 West c. Develop Folsom Avenue between 900 West and 1000 as development occurs. West into a"neighborhood center"with commercial c. Create a neighborhood focal point at the intersection of corners and residential development fronting the City 900 West and Folsom Avenue at the planned City Creek • Creek Corridor. open space corridor. d. Locate prominent buildings on the corner of 900 West and North Temple to identify the importance of the a.7 ''.,* ^ • intersection. /' :1" e. Erect monuments at the corner of 900 West and North f „ .� Temple to identify the Jackson and Euclid Neighborhoods. �t f. Establish standards for 900 West that allow building 7r r .l' it. _ ,1 ' - designers toa use innovative design to orient buildings to n, .. the street. t - ... R .,... I. .A ~� A small neighborhood commercial district,recommended ,_ --- - for 900 West,typically includes small scale buildings with . Ww •• - i storefronts located close to the sidewalk,street trees, � a" a, 1: .�.Ir��ai�h/� lighting and on-street parking. FOLSOM AVE. • p'� A rendering of how the intersection , of 900 West and Folsom Avenue to Et could look in the future.City Creek Q runs down Folsom,which is split into M . �_ S ilLir two one-way streets. , , 2 .. II hereillying_ _ w_1 _,.' , ' 1 • . North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station,/Plan 60 Policy#3:Placemaking Strategy 3-A: Recognize streets as being important public Create safe,vibrant and useful public spaces. spaces. a. Create regulations that require buildings to be oriented The public spaces within the station area help create a sense of toward the street,with doors and windows opening on place and are important to the creation of urban"living rooms." the street and parking located behind or to the side of In the 800 West Station Area,the station platform is a distinct buildings. public space, which is connected to other living rooms b. Set back buildings 15 feet from the property line to allow throughout the station area. North Temple becomes the for street level activities,such as outdoor dining. common area between the Jackson, Euclid and Guadalupe c. Acquire adequate right of way as properties redevelop to neighborhoods. In order for public spaces to be successful,they install an eight foot wide park strip and ten foot wide need to be safe, be used in diverse ways,and provide amenities multi-use pathway. • to make people feel comfortable. d. Encourage a range of activities in and around public spaces to allow for natural surveillance,people watching, ll and active uses. \ ra 4 1 h i tilt 6J e,l_`li d 6' 1, • '7� • fr' - I! l ".- "d t .I'll �S '�i: _ - __ .11I�." '..ems• . `1 �; Strategy 3-B:Identify key elements of desirable public spaces. _ qt i ;\h ��it F} a. Public spaces should be designed to allow for a wide � � �( - .i I i+• IIw ,� array of activities. "... t(ij' b. Public spaces on private property,such as plazas at • _ � \ building entrances,should be inviting,comfortable and ' _-__ ___ -__ _ ' distinguishable from public property. 11 _ c. Elements in public spaces should be appealing to the senses. This can be accomplished by using materials of A rendering of a potential streetscape at 1000 West and North Temple. various colors or textures,adding features that create sound and movement(such as water features or elements that move in the wind),and using native landscaping materials that produce different scents,or textures. . d. Incorporate various types of art,inspired by the local community,into public spaces. 61 North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station Area Plan 800 West Station I �N oa.,.a�u,•m•ao-t - I Madsen Park Landscaped Medians ~ _ (Existing) (Existing) i� � Ilk , Illy 10 ' ill ., Ot` ( 4i , -t7 i IF: - {—TO JORDAN RIVER TO NTOWN—► lk / ' �;.. ', City Creek Corridor (Proposed) The City Creek Corridor(above)would be part of the open space link between Proposed Park the mountains,Downtown,the Jordan River,and ultimately the Great Salt I so so u I a Lake(right). e ' / Strategy 3-C: Bring City Creek to the surface along the Strategy 3-D: Relocate the existing Madsen Park to a new abandoned rail corridor on Folsom Ave. location on 900 West. a. Develop design guidelines for the City Creek Corridor that a. Explore various funding sources to acquire the necessary focus on creating a safe,convenient,well-lit open space land and to build a public green space on 900 West to O and trail system that will be a unique place in the City. make the park more centrally located in the Euclid b. Establish a program for the City Creek Corridor that will neighborhood. ensure the corridor can be used for a wide range of b. Encourage development around the park with a mix of activities and by people of all ages and abilities. residential and commercial uses that will maximize the c. Require that all development along the City Creek use of the park and increase natural surveillance of the Corridor and Folsom Avenue be oriented toward the park. open space to provide"eyes"on the park. c. Design the park to accommodate a wide range of activities for people of all ages. d. Invite the community to actively participate in the planning and design of the open space. 0 . North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station•Plan 62 0 Policy#4: Residential Density Increase the residential density around the 800 West Station area. o • \ r 111 In order to turn the 800 West Station area into a transit-oriented �' _ 8 i and pedestrian-friendly environment and to create a successful ar 3I , : _ I business district in the area,the overall residential density of the ti -;•i _'", M a I ;. I area must be increased. Housing options should be incorporated ;�i,� ��� into the transit station with different housing types creating a 1 f ! 'H _ ,■diverse mix of options which in turn will help create a diverse mow community. t 'S Ili IN - Ili' ,ll . _ - nlll = �2II��� • Strategy 4-A: Allow residential uses on the ground floors of �� �;m14%4.: .- 9 � buildings. +� ' "!"!iei• 1"Wi nur a. Encourage developers to provide a mix of uses �, �:._, ! iw"!!- ' throughout a development,but do not require special approvals for residential uses on the ground floor. Residential uses on the first floor can be designed to be safe and secure. This rendering shows steps leading up to the main entrance,windows and doors b. Ensure that first-floor residential development is safe and on the street and parking that is partially underground and screened by secure for residents by requiring appropriate landscaping, vegetation. façade design and entrance design. Strategy 4-B: Establish a minimum residential density for new development located within the station area. Desired Total Acres Dwelling units Total needed to a. Set a goal of establishing a minimum of 20 dwelling units Density per acre meet desired • per acre in the core of the station area and a minimum of Core 37 50 1,850 10 dwelling units per acre in the transition areas of the station area. Research on transit oriented development Transitional 32 30 960 suggests that 20 dwelling units per acre is the minimum density required to start supporting mass transit. Minimum Total Acres Dwelling units Total needed to b. Define a density pattern in the station area that is most Density per acre meet minimum intense around 800 West and 900 West and gradually Core 37 20 740 decreases in intensity away from those intersections. c. Work with developers to ensure they provide appropriate Transitional 32 10 320 • densities without sacrificing open space or other amenities. 63 North Temple Boulevard•SIAI West Station Area Plan Strategy 4-D: Allow for greater residential densities where clear guidelines for residential appropriate. 4-C: Establishdevelopment in Euclid and • Strategy ment around 800 West. a. Encourage higher density le to accommodate a. development and redevelop along the north side of North Temp of lower density b. Create design guidelines for new residential developmentdensity while continuing the policy project residential in the Jackson Neighborhood.setbacks,parking and redevelopment within the station area. ine if Establish zoning regulations cio des of transit - oriented of goodb. Allow for flexibility in terms of building adequately includes the p transitions to and requirements and heights to encourage a variety of oriented development and adequately housing types• c. Use zoning buffers existing neighborhoods. incentives to promote vertical mixed use buildings,such as more building floor retail. height or increased • densities for including groundincentives for d. Explore the opportunity for developing developers wishing to provide affordable units and varied housing types in developments. e Allow for appropriate residential development on undeveloped mid-block parcels. Do windows and doors of proposed buildings face the street and/or public parks and plazas? ©© • o, ❑ Are buildings placed and designed to encourage access to the rest of the neighborhood? CI• (gl ❑ Are building designs interesting by themselves and visually appealing? c 3-Cl ❑ • Do buildings include the use of high quality,sustainable materials and energy efficient design? ❑ Do buildings include the use of high-quality,sustainable materials and energy efficient design? m ii j ❑❑ Do buildings respect the scale and design of existing development and other planned development? I ❑ Do buildings come all the way to the street or build-to line? Do buildings avoid placing blank walls along sidewalks and walkways? A simple example of a checklist that can be used to determine how well the principles of transit-oriented Plan development are integrated into specific projects. North Temp le Boulevard•800 West Station Variety in housing means more options and a diverse population. Strategy 4-E: Provide a range of housing options within the These images are intended to show a broad range of building Core,Transitional and Stable areas. types,and not specific recommendations. a. Protect the low density enclave on the 1000 West block �~!:'Th.• µ,, , I of Euclid Avenue with transitional regulations on height •, a� !ter. , •' S.•. �' and bulk of new development. '� Multi-level attached ;tfi I tore single-family dwellings b. Require appropriate buffering and spacing for new .i I,Y 1:11!;If residential development from incompatible uses. 1'1 /- ' 1 / r PI;�L,- c. Promote live/work spaces throughout the station area. d. Allow undeveloped or underutilized mid-block areas in -' .e'"g' == the Jackson neighborhood to be developed with a variety m iq� t 11 of appropriately scaled housing types,such as twin • --• homes or attached single-family dwellings. MEIN Il� A duplex next to a �I■■ -1 ;- single-family dwelling C w'' - .. Single-family infill 1k' L- I I development on a narrow lot ' 11-7. iimemiiipmen MOM - Gradually decreasing building height and using step ' I backs on taller buildings can decrease the impacts v, related to building height. Vertical,high-density multi-family IIIIII I_ _ dwellings near a transit station - �1 65 North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station Area Plan . Key Projects & Follow-up Actioji... The vision of the North Temple Boulevard requires catalyst projects. Catalyst projects are those projects, big or small,that \ . • . will have noticeable, positive changes on the community and encourage further development. Potential projects and follow up items that will have a significant positive impact on the • community may include the following projects. !\ Rezone the Station Area > ' ' ' t • In order to fully capture the benefit of the Airport Light Rail Line k I A. . . ' and to capitalize on the large public investment,the area should tt; :, 1 . .' P 0, l , be rezoned to more of a transit friendly zoning district. The / future zoning districts should reflect the station area boundary 6 t 0 / maps with the core, transitional and stable areas. The zoning A N regulations should also promote transit oriented development �y�40 by simplifying processes and having clear standards. Incentives Ap propriate zoning can produce development that is consistent with the should be used to promote a vertical mix of uses. vision of the station area. Build a "Signature Project" at North Temple and 900 West The North Temple and 900 West intersection is a highly visible I �� intersection in the 800 West Station Area. This is a prime spot 99 — • for a"signature project"that incorporates the best practices for transit-oriented development and serves as an example for �, � _ s., future development in the core of the station area. Depending _.. ' ( on the design and uses,this type of project could address several tVailki + r, of the challenges identified earlier, including reducing auto- r= 11111 oriented uses, reclaiming parking lots for more intense use and ; improving the outside perception of the area. A highly visible project located near the station platform can serve as an example for future development in the core area. 0 V North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station•Plan 66 0 0 ciN Finalize and Develop the City Creek Corridor Lii u! �; �►V.A !Marti'_ ''' �i�'The City Creek The daylighting of City Creek along the abandoned Folsom r� jte . k- ., — ----•+5;1 Corridor could be the 1 ," .t, centerpiece of a Avenue rail line to the Jordan River is a public infrastructure b...� _ -4. �;1'I - citywide open space project that would improve the connections between the Euclid _�< w„.. 6 network. neighborhood and Downtown. A trail associated with the day �" *Jog _ - '� / lighting project would also be a major link in a regional trail �. - -J "�.t',. system, connecting the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, City Creek Canyon, Downtown and the Jordan River Parkway and communities north and south of Salt Lake City. The specific design may vary block by block due to variations in • the size of the right-of-way. The corridor would also intersect a Improve Interstate Underpasses new public park proposed at 900 West and Folsom Avenue. This 1-15 and 1-80 create major barriers between the neighborhoods would provide a suitable rest area for bicyclists and runners on the west side of the interstate and the neighborhoods on the while providing opportunities for recreation in the east side. The Guadalupe Neighborhood is further separated by neighborhood. It may also be worthwhile to explore the the major rail corridor to the east and the Interstate to the west. possibilities of establishing a trailhead at City Creek near I-15 The underpasses are portals into the communities and the first with educational and historic information regarding City Creek thing people see when they enter the community and the last and North Temple. thing they see when they leave. One example of how to improve these barriers exists at the 300 North underpass where the art Folsom Avenue, a mid-block road between 900 West and 1000 project "Pillars of the Community" is located. The West, provides an opportunity to create a focal point in Euclid. neighborhood's underpasses at North Temple,900 West and 200 The right-of-way on Folsom Avenue is wide enough to allow for South should be enhanced with adequate lighting and the coupled one-way streets surrounding the City Creek Corridor concrete decorated with art to create a community landmark. with on-street parking and park strips. Development on either Improving the underpasses provides safer and more interesting • side of Folsom Avenue would have to be respectful of existing pedestrian environment between the station area and development. Downtown and Gateway to the east. 1 I��//7/ i / / /,/ �1 ``` `V'' ".,-*",. , , ram/ , , / . . . 7 1• fr,,e _ �v^.. .•fit / lf M Z'T _ 4e3 Landscaping and bright,colorful design elements can improve the pedestrian experience underneath the I-15 viaducts. 67 North Temple Boulevard•800 West Station Area Plan • Develop 900 West into a"Main Street" Create a New RDA District 900 West is one of the few north/south streets that continues Creating a RDA District in the area allows the City's south of 1-80 on the west side of the city. The street,particularly Redevelopment Agency to create public/private partnerships in the area between North Temple and Folsom Avenue has the that can stimulate new development, make public potential to become a neighborhood"Main Street"that includes improvements, and use tax increment funding to improve the small-scale dining,service,and retail options. The availability of community. An RDA District in the 800 West Station Area may on street parking,which is not present on North Temple,could be necessary for major improvements to occur and to stimulate be used as an incentive for smaller businesses to locate along private investment. this street. Over time, additional improvements may include complete pedestrian-oriented infrastructure, street trees and Create a North Temple Merchants'Association lights, and banners that create a sense of place for a The existing businesses and future businesses may benefit from e neighborhood commercial district. organizing into an association to address their needs and improve the business climate along North Temple. Merchant Retain a Grocery Store groups can become vital parts of the greater community and There is an existing grocery store located at North Temple and build relationships between residents, business owners and 900 West,close to the 800 West Station. The grocery store is an others. Merchant groups can also help new businesses succeed attractive use because it brings people into the area and and advise the city on economic development issues. provides a certain level of economic security to other small businesses. This intersection is one of the places likely to see Establish Housing Partnerships significant changes over the next 20 to 30 years. Keeping the There are various entities that have programs to build new grocery store in the area is key to the long term vitality of the housing and that could provide incentives for new home buyers 800 West Station Area. The City should work with property in the area. Housing and Neighborhood Services Division of the owners and grocery store operators to ensure that a store City administers a number of programs that relate to increasing remains in the neighborhood, even if the property is the housing stock and maintaining existing housing. In addition, dik redeveloped. property owners in the Northwest Historic District may be Mgr eligible for federal grants and tax credits for maintaining their homes. The City should also continue to support non-profits who build housing in the area,such as Neighborworks,as well as those for profit developers who are interested in building housing. 0 • North Temple Boulevard•800 West Statio8001an 68 0 0 O Increase Police Presence and Code Enforcement Public Parking Due to the issues with crime and property maintenance in the Although it is a goal of the Station Area Plan to reduce the use of area, increased police presence and code enforcement is critical automobiles, it is important to provide adequate parking for to improving the safety of the station area. The City could use businesses and residents. Over time and as properties innovative, multi-disciplinary approaches, and include zoning redevelop, the City should explore opportunities to establish a enforcement, building inspection, animal control, and the Salt central parking facility that can support the establishment of Lake Valley Health Department to address the crime and code new businesses in the area, prevent parking from spilling over enforcement issues in the area. The presence of the police and into neighborhoods and support transit oriented development in cleaning up properties also works to change both the internal the station core. and external perception of the area. Support Art in the Community Create a Special Assessment Area A local art community is beginning to form around the 800 Given the extent of the public improvements being constructed Station Area, particularly in the Euclid Neighborhood. along North Temple, the City hopes to establish a special Supporting the arts in the community would help make the 800 assessment area to provide consistent maintenance to the area, West Station Area a unique and special place. The youth in the such as snow removal or landscaping care. Doing so includes area are particularly engaged in the arts. Several youth groups communicating the benefits of special improvement districts and have indicated they would like to see artists walls established in the necessary steps for participating and the administration of the area,as well as an art center where local artists can display the district. their work. f9 North Temple Boulevard•ROO West Station Area flan • • - _--. c -,- • ti....i,• -. ....— • - .1 , _,- • , • < x imit, . „. \ ,-,- ,,,, ,..., , \ • . > 7 -41, . - : lek. r' 1 • \111. .. .. t • „ ,.;..,, ....___ UJ -4- -44- •.4 A..,4 .,\•., \_ ., -..,i' . All- -It ! \,!' ....•:. , .1.'4\ (75 =• ', :ti :::. • -. :,,, Ns_ , 4i.,_ i ,.., ..T.,,i.. . •..."...r V \ ‘-"\- -‘)--) "5- ,' k -'-.4'' 0 II CI) 1, , . ,.. 11, c-C-7-"•'" , \ t v . .s.v , • •-• f--.A....yr .\,.. ..,_ UJ il ,\ A\A\ • \ ..\ :0IK ‘, .....-. 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Policy #4: The Jordan River 85 Key Projects & Follow-up Actions 86 North Temple Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan 71 Pi 1 Vision . ,. .,..,•.:•. . .•„ The Fairpark Station Area will become a center for recreation with safe public spaces and connections between nearby neighborhoods,the Fairpark Station,the Utah State Fairpark and the Jordan River Parkway. The station will become a unique destination where the regions transit and trail systems meet. The area will develop around the unique natural and man made features and be enhanced by new transit- oriented development that provides a rich mix of choices for people of all ages and abilities. The following policies are intended to make the vision a reality: 1. Mobility:Improve the pedestrian environment to create a walkable transit-oriented neighborhood. 2. Mix of Uses:Intensify the mix of uses around the Fairpark Station and the Jordan River. • 3. Placemaking:Create safe,vibrant and useful public spaces. 4. The Jordan River:Transform the Jordan River into a centerpiece of the corridor. The Fairpark Station's location in Salt Lake City's neighborhoods and rail system. QlN GrbL'TdG1 g e\... vtv CAPITOL HILL Ai L2 '-.' g FAIRPARK Joftq. 1 tltS)GUM 2P JACKSONJORDAN 1 MEADOWS iLeq GUAIDALUPE 000N''3Q 9(`DCD i T FAIRPARK STATION o o 9 rli o �- EUCLID • 531) POPLAR o WEST GROVE DOWNTOWN ALT LAKE OODWM 13 --a— Future TRAX Line/Stations -♦— FrontRunner Line/Station e —CI— Existing TRAX Line/Stations JACKSON Community/Neighborhood 72 North Ole Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan ill • 911 Community Input June Workshop October Workshop The June workshop focused on the likes, dislikes, and future visions for the entire corridor. While the comments were The topic of the October workshop was land use. Through a directed for the entire length of North Temple Boulevard,several series of meetings with the public, key stakeholders and themes emerged that relate to 800 West: landowners, and major employers several principles were • Mixed Use around nodes. -. developed: • Improve the overall connectivity. * ', • More frequent and active uses at the Fairpark. • Economic development opportunities for Ark) • Park and Ride Lot south of Fairpark. • small,locally owned businesses. • Community connections through Fairpark. • Increase housing with a variety of housing types,but • Activate Fairpark frontage on North Temple. protect the lower density neighborhoods. • Land uses that can benefit from proximity to the Jordan • Change the perception of the west side image. River. • Incorporate urban design into the corridor. Activate the riverfront August Workshop 0 The August workshop focused on those things that should be tlip done now,those things that should be done in the future, and Make the Jordan River bridge special Redevelop Fairpark the big ideas that could be used to make each station unique. s=- .'_- ge S p along North Temple The key concepts identified were to recognize and celebrate the Add some river-I et _ . —r—.t Jordan River and enhance the State Fairpark through improved related services �'- connections to the neighborhood and by bringing in more active uses. Improving the public right of way by adding trees,shade, benches, improved lighting and wider paths to the Jordan River `, t ''` were seen as actions that should be undertaken quickly. Enhance the Joni, I River Parkway I trailhead The comments received from the public workshops have been used to 9 Future development identify a vision for the station area,define what type of transit station _ , _ n state property the Fairpark Station Area is,create land use policies,identify key projects '" - •'.7 i4�. and to recognize key characteristics of future zoning regulations. iI r a d Iri tM 'T i A summary of the major comments received for the Fairpark Station Area. North Temple Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan 73 Existing Conditions and ConteX -A::-,.;. IN Existing Conditions in the Station Area Streets and Connections The Fairpark Station is located at 1100 West, just east of the There is no developed street network around the Fairpark Jordan River. There is very little activity around this area most Station. The developments in the area generally have private of the year because of the adjacent land uses. On the north side internal circulation systems. Connections to the Fairpark Station of the station is the Utah State Fairpark, which is primarily will be almost exclusively via sidewalks and other pedestrian accessed from 1000 West. The White Ballpark property,which is now a vacant lot owned by the State of Utah,is on the south side pathways such as the Jordan River Parkway. The lack of a street of the station. Generally,the station area is characterized by: network results in two large blocks between 1000 West and the O • Mature trees in the park strip along the Fairpark's Jordan River, both of which are owned mostly by the State of frontage from 1000 West to the Jordan River; Utah. Development on both sides of the street should improve • The Fairpark complex,which is closed off from the the pedestrian experience and provide connections to the adjacent communities; Fairpark and Euclid Neighborhoods. • No sidewalk on the south side of North Temple in front of .. - the White Ballpark property; "° • — 'Jr,- ' • The Fairpark Neighborhood,a large low density a • "�`"' tm ^ residential neighborhood north of the State Fairpark. ... • Very few residential uses other than a few houses on the 4111$1 _ 11 .,,,L___1. .,...,r 1000 W block of Learned Avenue;and • Restaurants and manufacturing uses between 1000 West ' d= I l and the Jordan River. s �1 • A stoplight at approximately 1100 West allows pedestrians and , • i _ 1; ja bicycles to safely access the Jordan River Parkway from the • 4 I trailhead on the south side of the street. The Jordan River , - �, Parkway has not been completed between 1-80 and North -` . Temple,which is a missing link in a regional trail network. m"" ./ '1- i m_ The Utah State Fairpark and the Jordan River looking to the east from the air. 74 North•le Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan • 0 The Fairpark St:T H A station area is the space that surrounds a transit station. The Fairpark Core Area station platform is the center of the area and the places that are The Core Area is the land closest to the station that is likely to generally within a 5 minute walk, approximately 'A of a mile, see the most significant changes over time. Due to the nature of make up the remainder of the station area. The 1950 West existing development, it is anticipated that it will be limited to Station area is unique because it has limited opportunities for the Utah State Fairpark frontage and the former White Ballpark residential development and the nature of the area is not what property. Appropriate zoning regulations should include the one would typically think of as a walkable environment. following: However,with the high number of jobs around this station,there • Buildings up to 6 stories in height; O is the potential for a high transit ridership for those commuting • for work and walkability is a major factor for those choosing to Increased pedestrian activity; utilize the Airport Light Rail Line. • Buildings with multiple uses,such as ground floor retail with residential or office above; Station Area Typology • Buildings pulled closed to the sidewalk with doors and The Fairpark Station Area displays characteristics most windows adjacent to the sidewalk; commonly found at a Special Purpose Station. This type of • Buildings with a high level of design and quality materials; station is typically centered around a single, dominant land use • Presence and activity along the Jordan River; that is usually a regional attraction, such as the Fairgrounds. • Parking located behind building or within a structure; There are typically multiple transit options, including rail, regional bus and local bus service. Supportive uses, such as • More diverse activities on the sidewalk,such as outdoor restaurants and retail sales,support the primary use. dining and seating;and • Strong pedestrian connections to the Jordan River and the nearby neighborhoods. O North Temple Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan 75 Fairpark Transitional Area Fairpark Stable Area "The Transitional Area is the area that will see some change over The Stable Areas are those areas that are likely to see very minor the next 20 years,but the change will generally be smaller scale or no changes over time. Future zoning regulations would be and less intense than the Core Station area. Appropriate zoning characterized by: regulations would be characterized by: • Appropriate pedestrian infrastructure and connections to • Buildings up to 4 stories in height; the Jordan River and the Fairpark and Euclid • A buffer between the Core and Stable areas; neighborhoods; • A less intense mix of uses as found in the core area; • Orientation toward the river in an effort to provide • Buildings located at or near the sidewalk,possibly with natural surveillance of the Jordan River Parkway;and landscaped yards or outdoor dining;and • Regulations that promote new development that is • • Parking located to the side or behind buildings. consistent with the scale and intensity of existing development. I atixr:',, '.''Y I Parcels in red represent the Core 4,i, Area,where an intense level of F;,'Y 1 transit-oriented zoning is e 0 appropriate. 0 Parcels in yellow are part of the Transitional Area. These areas are 1 appropriate for mixed use and less exam Fairpark I intensive transit-oriented zoning. II 800 West / Parcels in blue are part of Stable aqmaim, s Aron Areas,areas where little change is / expected or desired or where the o current zoning allows for the - t, desired future land uses and i' °'` intensities. 76 North'•le Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan • O ( I • Assets & Challenges 9i Because of the unique property ownership pattern around the Challenges Fairpark Station, certain issues can be seen as both assets and • Lack of pedestrian connections through Fairpark to challenges for redevelopment. These issues were defined by the neighborhoods to the north; community's residents and business owners during workshops • Incomplete Jordan River Parkway from 200 South to and conversations. North Temple; • Missing sidewalk along North Temple in places; Assets r • Infrastructure problems on the 1000 West block of • • The Jordan River and the Jordan Learned Avenue; River Parkway,including the • Concerns for safety,especially by Jordan River;and trailhead on the west side of the • Vacant lot(White Ballpark property)is unappealing. river; • The Utah State Fairpark,regarded by many as the iconic feature of the corridor and the City's west side; • Historic buildings at the Fairpark; ` 0 Northwest Recreation l • Mature street trees along Fairparknip 0 Center te; i�cdiiiv,jib fn▪ epment opportunity on thormerWhite Ballpark property. resFairpOMarkMx of Uses0 • The Fisher Mansion located on 200 South Fairpark Station ) and just east of the Jordan River; .• �!II!IIMi © lil_ ! ,; _ — Development �: f1., to 11 -Piaui ally li,.Potential !'1: -•,: 4- -`-' 'id. �I��leiispow I� :zil'tea_ r ! ! 'IEl nP 1 Plsher,Mansion 111i111'''" The Jordan River and the Fisher Mansion are some of the assets around the Fairpark Station. North Temple Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan 77 Urban Design Framework..:_.. ' The Urban Design Framework Plan identifies the following elements: The purpose of the Urban Design Framework Plan is to • Connectivity identify those elements of the built environment that • Open Space Network impact where people go and how they get there. Once these elements are identified, then the community can • Public Improvements begin to focus on the infrastructure that impedes • Adjacencies movement and discourages visits to certain destinations. This framework envisions a larger area • t_` I ---IL] I II. u I . if�r _ I than the station area plan because the destinations are often located outside in , � ^— — of a station area, such as the 1 Northwest CommunityCenter, Gateway, City Creek center or LI:IS,'-N-IF-1.-------.44\ci... I �h-----.,_, • i i Downtown. El!a �'-\_ ' T uWe wil siNE F► evs s. :�'I. ♦ ! ' 1 4 ,3 r . CORNELL - -- I , FAIR PARK i I I I 100 WEST• G �', PM a EST • MI/ � S .....".. MID . MIMI I il lir VT- V t �i - ! - Fairpark Station Area urban design framework, .v ��._ -? V :� showing barriers(in red)and open space connec- , �A�1 f lions(in green). � 1+•} V 1 / P�its, Pi tt—i t-:l 141E1tk nAu 78 North Ole Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan • • () Key Recommendations Fairpark 1. Make Connections: Existing development at the Fairpark Parking for bikes �t _ and a lack of development south of North Temple create ro Pedestrian crossing V =-1 a sense of isolation. over river ` ' • Create a pedestrian route through the Fairpark :j- LI I between 300 North and North Temple. Refine Jordan River, extend the parkway, .CI CI aEl safe pathways into and out of the station area and connected paths r --- _ between the City r � to station area destinations,such as the Jordan i River. Creek and Jordan River 2. Complete the Open Space Network: The Jordan River -- _ Parkway is a significant trail system that has a missing link 1 �' in Salt Lake City between 200 South and North Temple. This link should be made so the open space network is No residential close t- to heavy industrial $ t- r more complete and people are connected to other parts r �_-- —. of the City and the valley. I 3. Public Improvements: Ensure that all streets have l complete infrastructure, including sidewalk, park strip Connect Jordan River i' " L. 11 where space allows, curb, gutter and bicycle lanes. Parkway south,new I l L �L`_Lt LL` Innovative techniques and materials should be used tunnel/bridge over Z I L, t where appropriate. highway \ _ 1 .. L _�_`� tL 4. Adjacencies: Connect the Fairpark and Euclid Neighborhoods to the station area with pedestrian Completing the green space network includes building connections and signage. sections of the Jordan River Parkway that are missing as well Ar s as the City Creek Corridor. Ar !CC,.111.0 Impervious surfaces,such I " as the impervious asphalt in this parking area,can j Ill reduce the impacts from - storm water. I Strategically located signs can direct people to ' destinations within the station area. • North Temple Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area flan 79 Fairpark Station Area PoLic'. N .7 The policies for the Fairpark Station Area are based on the future Policy#1: Mobility vision for the station area,which was developed through a series Improve the pedestrian environment to create a walkable of workshops with property owners,stakeholders,and City staff. transit-oriented neighborhood while also accommodating other The policies incorporate the Transit-Oriented Development modes of transportation. Principles outlined in the Introduction to the North Temple Boulevard Plan. These policies will guide future infrastructure Mobility refers to the manner in which people get from one improvements and land use decisions and will provide the place to another. Providing people with transportation options regulatory framework for development. Each policy has a is key principle for transit-oriented development. This means • number of specific strategies and action items that will foster providing safe, comfortable and interesting facilities for and implement the policy. pedestrians, bicyclists and other similar modes of travel while also providing appropriately designed and located facilities for motor vehicles. Mobility is critical to the function of a neighborhood.It affects the business community,which relies on IL , ' . r r motor vehicles as the primary mode of transportation for a significant number of customers and daily needs, such as 4—t , iiii 1`;:-., -- •'• deliveries and residents who may need an automobile to travel ' ;1.! to work,school or for daily needs. } " Strategy 1-A:Develop design guidelines that focus on creating a pedestrian-friendly environment whileta still accommodating + ;' automobiles. �• '; 114' a. Develop handouts for developers which include the vision • '_j - ;'it:. _ t�k' / -X for the station area,and a checklist that can be used to t r/ ,•.a' 4 f 1! determine the degree to which a project implements the '•.1.-- 1:,i' .;r community vision and goals. Sy .;- t .. I.ti1, i 'v s;.` - b. Use a performance based point system to ensure new development incorporates an acceptable level of design Transit-oriented neighborhoods guidelines. The point system should be incentive based. 1 :. i•f h include safe places for pedestrians, -- ''am,. bicyclists and automobiles. go North'Ole Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan • • Strategy 1-B: Design and build complete streets throughout the station area to accommodate all users, with emphasis placed on the safety and security of the pedestrian and bicyclist. a. Build streets with complete infrastructure that includes _ Complete streets vehicle travel lanes, bicycle lanes, parking where space meet the needs of • : multiple types of allows, curb and gutter, park strips where appropriate, transportation. and adequate width sidewalks. °"'�°' '"; _•- b. Design streets with the safety of pedestrians and t 'n ' ' ' bicyclists in mind. Include clearly marked sidewalks, 1 appropriate crossing signals, bulb-outs at anticipated • pedestrian routes, and adequate street and sidewalk lighting. c. Identify appropriate locations for mid-block walkways and crosswalks. Strategy 1-C: Establish more direct pedestrian routes from the ,.•• �';t'�i� = -=- --� e 300 R. antkomoil,residential neighborhoods to the Fairpark Station. , tr Ow �� a. Work with the State of Utah and the Utah State Fairpark . _ 1,ii ,ir �. .,r to create a series of safe, well lit and connected '� Y. pedestrian and bicycle paths through the Fairpark • : ` -- --- =w� : r ,r property. a' " .�7C •.._,g,. , fi h-r b. Complete the Jordan River Parkway between 1-80 and ��. r�. -� _ ,, North Temple. L - c. Ensure that pedestrian connections between the station •�'q � M r is 0 and the potential park 'n' ride lot are clearly designated, 'Ir.:-A---- !,!, t! safe and secure. - . o !. d. Use clear signage on pedestrian routes to direct people , ,. • �. from the Euclid and Jackson Neighborhoods, as well asp `�I . ' VI Vt - IAD other properties within the station area to the Fairpark -* •4 • -a•- ' .• t . T <As `,. NORTH T,EMP_LE _.<r- Station. -rs There are many possible options for pedestrian pathways(orange lines) through the State Fairpark connecting with existing pedestrian routes(green). North Temple Boulevard• Fairpark Station Area Plan 81 Policy#2:Mix of Uses Strategy 2-B: Identify transit-friendly land uses that are Intensify the mix of uses around the Fairpark Station and the appropriate in the station area. Jordan River. a. Allow any use that is generally considered compatible with transit-oriented development. Successful transit-oriented station areas include a mix of uses, b. Identify auto-oriented and low intensity uses that should including commercial,office,residential and,in some cases,light be prohibited in the station core area. industrial. The uses are arranged and placed in areas where c. Establish development standards that increase the level they can take full advantage of the light rail. A broad mix of uses of compatibility between conflicting uses through provides people with choices on where to live,shop and work. appropriate building and site design standards. Strategy 2-A: Create standards that produce compact, dense d. Allow single-use commercial buildings up to the allowed 0 and intense development closer to the station and less intense, building height provided the building is designed in a compatible development adjacent to stable single-family manner that is consistent with adopted design guidelines. neighborhoods. a. Establish standards for minimum lot coverage,building Strategy 2-C: Encourage the intensification of the state-owned setbacks and building design that will create a vibrant, properties on North Temple at the Jordan River. active and safe pedestrian environment. a. Work with the State of Utah to develop an office building b. Establish both minimum and maximum building heights on the former White Ballpark property that has retail and dining uses on the first floor uses that are oriented in the station area,with the tallest buildings being toward both North Temple and the Jordan River. located closer to the station platform. Building heights near the platform should be set to accommodate up to b. Encourage the State of Utah and the Utah Transit six stories. Authority(UTA)to locate a park'n'ride lot on the former c. Over time,transition from surface parking to structured White Ballpark south of North Temple and to incorporate parking. a future park'n'ride as part of future development. 0 d. Require the removal of billboards as properties redevelop c. Work with the State of Utah and State Fairpark to allow and prohibit new billboards in the station area. year round,active use of the historic Fairpark buildings that have frontage on North Temple. NORTH TEMPEE r � Future State of Utah Development w Future development on the state owned land d` *�ItdM-. - : (formerly the White Ballpark)should be located l • close to North Temple with parking located behind the buildings.Development should also incorporate and respect the Jordan River. 82 North Ole Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan • • Policy#3:Placemaking Strategy 3-B:Identify key elements of desirable public spaces. Create safe,vibrant and useful public spaces. a. Public spaces should be designed to allow for a wide array of activities. The public spaces within the station area help create a sense of b. Public spaces on private property,such as plazas at place and are important to the creation of urban"living rooms." building entrances,should be inviting,comfortable and The Fairpark station platform is a distinct public space,which is distinguishable from public property. connected to other living rooms throughout the station area by a c. Elements in public spaces should be appealing to the series of walkways, sidewalks, paths and trails. The transit senses. This can be accomplished by using materials of station will become the center of activity at this point on North various colors or textures,adding features that create Temple and the starting point for activities on the Jordan River sounds and movement(such as water features or and at the Utah State Fairpark,as well as other Fairpark events. elements that move in the wind),and using native • landscaping materials that produce different scents and Strategy 3-A: Recognize streets as being important public textures. spaces. a. Create regulations that require buildings to be oriented toward the street,with doors and windows opening on the street and parking located behind or to the side ofbuildings. b. Acquire adequate right of way as properties redevelop to • install an eight foot wide park strip and ten foot wide - Mli�• —,� • multi-use pathway. MIL �� -'c. Encourage a range of activities in and around public l ' 111111R111 tspaces to allow for natural surveillance,people watching, Public spaces should be ♦ ' and active uses. interesting and appeal '" , , N,t • to senses. I.; i jyj[•.� teCf +r F lr k i` ' y ^. Millilli 4n ' IL .. 61 , Activity should be close Al to the street and enliven the sidewalks. - North Temple Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan 83 Strategy 3-C:Activate the Jordan River with a variety of public 'var •spaces to complement the existing trailhead. a. Work with the State of Utah to ensure that the corners of North Temple at the Jordan River are open to the public .rilligla-- • - ' and encourage an array of different activities for residents,employees,and visitors. b. Increase the activity at the Jordan River trailhead by including public art and other open space amenities that encourage more use of the trailhead. _- — — _ J ' ' 'Fairpark Station • 1111111K k\ i\‘ ' �- I, \ '� � J'_ 4��, �1,�1•1 i , III; 1 . yr 0, t�,. -:'L' -- . "I''4-rj— ,,g • M ii ••,._.747,/ic, . iLt. • i 1 h,, • Expansion and improvement of the existing Jordan River Parkway trailhead at the Jordan River (top)can make the Fairpark Station a unique public space. 84 North Sie Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan • • in „--, e Policy#4:The Jordan River existing pedestrian bridge Transform the Jordan River into a centerpiece of the corridor. I i II )' The Jordan River should function as a centerpiece along the ' arys ' '' 3,°lxi,'"-, North Temple Boulevard, highlighting Salt Lake City's natural I �yl' t , resources and its connections to the rest of the Salt Lake Valley. ' Strategy 4-A:Complete and maintain the Jordan River Parkway. 1M' P i a. Collaborate with the Salt Lake City Public Services,the �y 19p a '"• ' i State of Utah,and other stakeholders to establish the pa iqn •.4kirl ,(y � .' Jordan River Parkway from 1-80 to North Temple. --- e b. Develop a signage system that increases awareness in Fy state fairpark both the Jordan River and the Jordan River Parkwayand ,� +• I IL ,� ll'I i A- 1• provides information on destinations on the trail and the 9 1 le. �Plr �i natural and cultural history of the Jordan River for visitors '{ • b and residents. c. Work with the Salt Lake City Police Department to -v:i ,c:. rm-,.?,, _ -- -n —_— establish a presence on the Jordan River Parkway with :?^.Riordanriver bridg= - z patrols and increased enforcement along the trail — _ throughout the City. —_is_ — _ Strategy 4-B:Increase the visibility and awareness of the Jordan .‘ — River on North Temple. I� � _ • t. a. Erect a monument near the Jordan River that is highly pawlioj O ) le i visible and announces the presence of the river. ,'l• ` b. Design the North Temple bridge over the Jordan River in •'`.• �t a manner that celebrates and highlights the Jordan River. =J� ' iU b L. tk4This can be done with public art,creative use of paint,or k�` different pedestrian lighting. existing pedestrian`brida \�' \\ 1 proposed ro osed park and c. Advertise the presence of the Jordan River on the I ride lot Fairpark Station platform. Completing the Jordan River Parkway and enhancing the trailhead at the North Temple intersection will increase the visibility and awareness of the Jordan River and the Parkway. North Temple Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan 85 Key Projects & Follow-up ACC : The vision of the North Temple Boulevard requires catalyst Park 'n'Ride Lot projects. Catalyst projects are those projects,big or small,that The only planned park 'n' ride lot along the North Temple will have noticeable, positive changes on the community and Boulevard would be at the Fairpark Station. The most encourage further development. Potential projects and follow appropriate spot for a park 'n' ride lot is on the south side of up items that will have a significant positive impact on the North Temple on the State-owned property (former White community may include the following projects. Ballpark). A temporary surface lot could be put on the site in anticipation of the state developing the property in the future. State Office Building Once developed, a park'n' ride could be incorporated into the O The former White Ballpark, now owned by the State, on the development. south side of North Temple at the Jordan River is a key piece of the North Temple Boulevard because it is the largest Reorganization and Revitalization of the Utah State undeveloped parcel in the corridor and creates a vacancy in the Fairpark streetscape. Currently,it is a gravel parking lot used for overflow The Utah State Fairpark is an important cultural and historical Fairpark parking. landmark of the Northwest Community. This plan anticipates that the Fairpark will continue to operate from its current There have been discussions about constructing an office location and that the State and Salt Lake City can work together building here for state agencies. Ideally,the site would be laid to make the Fairpark an attractive venue for additional regional out with retail and services on the ground floor along North events, including major sporting events,trade shows and other Temple. The State could work on establishing public/private similar activities. The State Fairpark has indicated that they partnerships to create a mixed use development, including would like to build a 5,000 seat arena on the site, which could residential, on the site. Additionally, the State could take bring in these types of regional events that are now going to • advantage of the Jordan River and provide an amenity to its other locations in the region. Adding more active, year round employees by establishing a plaza at the corner of North Temple use,particularly along North Temple,would improve the activity and the Jordan River. This plaza could be a natural expansion of level close to the station and perhaps generate revenue for the the Jordan River Parkway and a focal point along the North Fairpark. Temple Corridor. 86 North Ole Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan • • 0 0 ( I Create Connections through the Fairpark Complete the Jordan River Parkway While the Fairpark is generally seen as a community asset, it is The missing section of the Jordan River Parkway south of the not appropriately integrated into the community. Creating a station creates a hole in the regional trail system and prevents series of sidewalks and bike paths through the Fairpark would the Fairpark station from living up to its potential. Completing improve the overall connectivity in the area and make the this section would make the Fairpark section a major activity Fairpark a larger asset to the community. node along the regional transit and trail system and help make new commercial development more viable by providing a Partnership with the State of Utah different transportation option. Because the State of Utah is the primary property owner around the Fairpark Station, it is important that Salt Lake City and the State work together to ensure that new development and • redevelopment meets both the state's needs and the goals of l =--� ��i Salt Lake City. While the State does not expect to develop the t I'II Taff Ili former White Ballpark property for 20 years or so,the property I , ��41 �1; I` .. could serve as a temporary park and ride lot for the Airport Light Ir^ '` ' • �=' Rail Line. When the property is developed,it could be designed `• 1 ,1 1 i1 to meet the State's requirements,but also include a mix of uses, 7 including commercial,office,recreation,and perhaps residential. ii 'arm., 1 i' 'Fig - A pedestrian bridge ,�, _� u.. 1tia w~ . over complete the Jordan s s' t "' r�-y will be necessaryto � 'y+�'_� s - - - - �� -�... River Parkway. • Etrickle over reeloail1 .rs• - _ - "7: i: - ,* I"_ ..emt Q.. '`Future car Creek Corn.; -, # Completing the Jordan r River Parkway is a key r- - component of the -,. l .i - J' Fairpark Station Area. North Temple Boulevard•Fairpark Station Area Plan 87 ..(-::::7_, il \'..,4 , ' if 121 IA' x Q 5 .... . ...._ , .4,, ,,, ,. LL1_, "4 i \\, , CI:5 ' , r — , \ 0 ai ..\\,1,To Ct > a sa) ': is W di 2 I i L , / .. ,IN IMP 4i' 0 1 4 ' ii CIK _ H O ar 411111E :fir _ COIII iiia 1:10i1 reII i :I 0 , C . PIPt, Z ( ) • CORNELL STATION AREA PLAN Table of ContentsIP N. ,. . ,,V VW r Vision 90 ._ ` t, 0;f . 14 6 1 s,R*NI Community Input 91 ''` , -N+ 4.• • Existing Conditions and Context 92 � . , �'` �• 1 �t ,' ; :• �; The Cornell Station Area 94 ,1 Assets & Challenges 97 - tit Si ,r, Urban Design Framework 98 1 A _.., Cornell Station Area Policies 100 • Policy #1: Mobility 100 PolicyN. #2: Compact Mix of Uses 102 Rocky Mountain Power's office building on North Temple near Cornell Street. O Policy #3: Placemaking 103 Key Projects & Follow-up Actions 105 Nnrlh Temple Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan 89 Vision The Cornell Station will become a well-maintained,pedestrian-friendly neighborhood with safe,accessible streets and a mix of residential, commercial and office uses that are well connected to nearby amenities through a series of improved sidewalks,streets,paths and the Airport Light Rail Line. The Cornell Station Area will become a great place to work that is supported by a mix of uses,including housing,to provide employees,residents,and visitors with a range of options on how they commute,where they eat,and opportunities to live close to where they work. The following policies are intended to help make the vision a reality: 1. Mobility:Improve the pedestrian environment to create a walkable transit-oriented neighborhood. • 2. Compact Mix of Uses:Allow for a more intense,compact mix of uses around Cornell and 1460 West streets. 3. Placemaking:Create safe,vibrant and useful public spaces. The Cornell Station's location in Salt Lake City's neighborhoods and rail system. 6 i . 1 CAPITOL HILL 1 - 1 FAIRPARK tS 1 f l,,,R p I DM •CI�LTJ' p .-/Z.P/ J A C K S O N Ill JORDAN GFH GUAIDALUPE MEADOWS 470CFJb 4131u 176[1� ( 0 0 • r 1 II 0 CORNELL STATION A •�/ 0 a • 1 EUCLID 0 0 POPLAR a WEST GROVE DOWNTOWN SALT LAKE OBDBIDINC1 a a —0— Future TRAX Line/Stations FrontRunner Line/Station e —0— Existing TRAX Line!Stations JACk50N Community/Neighborhood 90 North'Qle Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan 0 0 Community Input June Workshop October Workshop The June workshop focused on the likes, dislikes, and future The topic of the October workshop was land use. Through a visions for the entire corridor. While the comments were series of meetings with the public, key stakeholders and directed for the entire length of North Temple Boulevard,several landowners, and major employers several principles were themes emerged that relate to 800 West: developed: • Mixed use around nodes. • Transit-friendly uses around station. • Improve the overall connectivity. • Redeveloping run-down properties. • Economic development opportunities for small,locally • Improved streetscape. • owned businesses. • More community-serving issues. • Increase housing with a variety of housing types,but • Public services and uses moved to the street. protect the lower density neighborhoods. • Change the perception of the West Side image. • Incorporate urban design into the corridor. August Workshop The August workshop focused on those things that should be done now, those things that should be done in the future, and the big ideas that could be used to make each station unique. q The Cornell station was seen as a place with too much crime and too many rundown properties. The community said that making the corridor appealing to the eye through use of landscaping, The comments received from the public workshops have been used different materials,colors and textures,and more street lighting to identify a vision for the station would help address these issues. Aesthetic improvements, area,define what type of transit better connections to the Jordan River and Redwood Road and station the 800 West Station Area is,create land use policies,identify key overall improved streetscape would help make this station area projects and to recognize key characteristics of future zoning regulations. a place where people wanted to be. North Temple Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan 91 Existing Conditions and Context 3¢. ' IPP Existing Conditions in the Station Area Within the Cornell Station Area, the existing development pattern includes mostly auto-oriented land uses and buildings that were constructed as a result of the convenience of an 1 automobile. The area is characterized by: ft, • Most buildings set back from the street; • Large parking lots fronting on North Temple,often in , front of the buildings;Pir ' • Lack of a street network; ��r�'"" • Small park strips on the north side of North Temple that �N , - lack street trees; • Larger park strips with street trees on the south side; • A sparse development pattern in the station area resulting in under-utilized land; :-' • Lack of pedestrian or bicycle facilities and connections; ~. • Power lines along and crossing North Temple; • Large parcels of land;and • Some properties that are not well maintained. Views of the park strip in front • of Rocky Mountain Power during the winter(above), underdeveloped land along r"'r 1' North Temple(middle),and a"3'ThC — car-oriented signage(right). ,• � ' ,J.e4, suiro_ r. , 92 North,le Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan • • 0 0 Streets and Connections Key Demographics North Temple is intersected by two public streets in the Cornell Basic demographic data for the Cornell station area and adjacent Station Area: Cornell Street and 1460 West. Both of these neighborhoods indicates minor changes in the number of people streets are located to the north of North Temple and provide and dwelling units over the next 20 years. However,the station access to the State Office Complex, All Seasons Mobile Home area will see more than a 60% growth in the number of jobs. Park,and the Jordan River Parkway. There are no public streets Many factors will contribute to the actual changes over time, south of North Temple in the station area. The existing public including market trends,but it is important to anticipate for the streets are the only connections in the area and carry all vehicle, potential changes. With the introduction of the light rail line,it bus,bicycle and pedestrian traffic. There is a large development is also possible that the projected data will change because the on the north side of North Temple that has an internal light rail can impact the demand for housing and jobs. circulation network that serves a mobile home park, • campground and the commercial establishments on the property. Current Demographic Data Population Dwelling Units Jobs 1,246 519 3,757 (Source:2000 U.S.Census) The current land use and the lack of an existing street network around 2030 Projected Demographic Data the Cornell Station. Population Dwelling Units Jobs 1111 � 1'��� 0 1.371 618 5,786 1. �oqa Land Uses (Source:Wasatch Front Regional Council) 'N. ❑Single Family Residenbal O � I �,'LF El Two-family Residenbal MI _ A .. .` ■Multifamily Residential 3 1 .Commercial/Retail • = " I ❑tight Industrial S' kr ■Heavy Industrial J_ILL_ ' IIIIAgricultural N,OP.T.H�T:E:M7,s_ ri Institutional a ■Parks 8 Recreation a ■Ubbbes QEl Streets ©O- -- - ■Ralroads Oet 1NIV lher ■Vacant a ant i D Unclassified/Unknown North Temple Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan 93 The Cornell Station Area• A station area is the space that surrounds a transit station. The Station Area Typology station platform is the center of the area and the places that are The Cornell Station Area is unique because of the existing types generally within a 5 minute walk, approximately ''/ of a mile, of uses,the arrangement of buildings,and the overall lack of a make up the remainder of the station area. The Cornell Station street network. The potential and the vision for the area plays a area is unique because it has limited opportunities for residential major influence on the station becoming a Mixed-Use development and the nature of the area is not what one would Employment Center. This type of station area is defined by the typically think of as a walkable environment. However,with the presence of major job centers,in this case the State Of Utah and high number of jobs around this station,there is the potential for Rocky Mountain Power, and an existing mix of uses including • a high transit ridership for those commuting for work and retail,commercial and some limited residential uses. A Mixed- walkability is a major factor for those choosing to utilize the Use Employment Center has the potential to see an assortment Airport Light Rail Line. of new uses that build upon the existing uses. New uses, or increased intensities of existing uses, are appropriate provided so they can be compatible with the area and are generally transit Mixed Use Employment Centers have: friendly. This type of station area is typically served by at least two types of mass transit,usually rail and bus. • A major employment anchor,such as Rocky Mountain Power or the State of Utah;■ Retail,restaurant,and service industries that support the ; �`T �,% • high number of employees; • Multiple story office buildings; tI ± \ The Rocky Mountain Power office building is• The opportunity for compatible uses to be added,such as • t•';.x` ,q• ' 4I typical of an office high density residential; building found in a • The opportunity for creating more jobs in the area; ! � It' Mixed-Use • The potential for high transit ridership. ;1, Employment Center " station area. Mitt 1. 94 North 1e Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan . • o r4 Cornell Core Area Cornell Transitional Area The Core Area includes the land that is closest to the station and The Transitional Area is the area that will see some change over most likely to see significant changes over time. Appropriate the next 20 years,but the change will generally be smaller scale zoning regulations would be those that promote transit oriented and have less intensity than the Core Area. The area and future development and include a mix of uses, including residential, zoning regulations would be characterized by: retail, services, office, and other uses that are transit friendly. • 3-4 story buildings containing a mix of uses that are less Those uses that are auto-oriented or that do not make efficient intense than the core area; use of land,such as those that require large parking lots,should • A mix of housing types,from multi-family developments not be located within the core station area. Characteristics to single family homes; include: • • Multi-story buildings up to 7 stories in height,potentially A buffer between Core area and Stable area; more through the use of zoning incentives; • Buildings that are located in close proximity to the • • Increased pedestrian activity; sidewalk,possibly with landscaped yards or outdoor dining;and • Buildings with multiple uses,such as ground floor retail with office or residential above; • Parking located to the side or behind buildings. • Buildings pulled closer to the sidewalk with doors and Cornell Stable Area windows adjacent to the sidewalk; The Stable Areas are the areas that are likely to see minor • Reduced parking requirements with parking located changes over time. Minor changes happen within the existing behind buildings or in structures;and development pattern and are consistent with the overall scale of • More diverse activities on the sidewalk,such as outdoor the surrounding structures and are characterized by: dining,seating,etc. • Compatibility with existing development in terms of scale; Zoning regulations aimed at maintaining the existing development characteristics while allowing appropriately ( R_ scaled infill development;and • Land uses that will not negatively impact the community 'F 44; I. and that are compatible with adjacent areas. I • • An example of what Cornell's future development may look like. North Temple Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan 95 0 Parcels in red represent the Core Area, where an intense level of transit-oriented zoning aReDGia n4�Gs OGi Parcels in yellow are part of the Transitional Area. These areas are ` /o appropriate for mixed use and less ie intensive transit-oriented zoning. _ I'� Parcels in blue are part of Stable G. Areas, areas where little change is • • `i 3 expected or desired or where the 8 • c- • N current zoning allows for the o ► desired future land uses and O / " intensities. T3 / el I E3 1 1 1 Cornell Station fa®G II ftQlulppa i 111111111110 Q 1 1 /+ , 0 <, , , ,i, , , , 0, , _ _ /-- 0 0.l 02 96 North a Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan f ) • Assets & ChallengesIP Like any developed corridor with a long history,North Temple Challenges presents a variety of both assets and challenges for • Lack of street network; redevelopment. The assets and challenges of the Cornell Station • Lack of pedestrian or bicycle connections; Area,summarized below,were defined by the people who live, • The Rocky Mountain Power facility's surface parking lots work and operate businesses in the area during workshops and conversations. and outdoor storage areas; • Concerns for safety and well-being; Assets • Crime and undesirable activities; • • High concentration of State employees; • A lack of code enforcement; • High concentration of Rocky Mountain Power employees; • Spread out nature of current development pattern. • Proximity to the Jordan River Parkway and Constitution Park; • Proximity to State Fairpark; i. .... `/ ��� — • Residents who live in the mobile home parks in the area; ' "' ' e ,1,'III'r V u maw — Employment Center and n"11111111U Y(State Offices) Q� Er 11.111111 �I���9 • Large properties with high development potential. I.Im� gj INR / -- I o•_ III ential Uses Jordan River ■S�m © Parkay saa— Ill O f Residential uses` r Employment Center t; (State Offices)r 0 , T ¢. - Development ! Potential 8 Employment Center li (Rork) Mountain Power) Rocky Mountain Power is a major employer in the Cornell Station Area(left); the Jordan River is easily accessible from the station platform(right). The existing residential land uses,employment centers,and development opportunities are key assets for the Cornell Station Area. North Temple Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan 97 I • I • i0 ef. ,- -. ,,.1... Urban Design Frameworkri The Urban Design Framework Plan identifies the following elements: • Mobility&Connectivity „ ) • Open Space Network ` _ • Public Improvements [9 • Adjacencies ^* • � ` a �' \\ ye ..Ln1/u�w ♦E.—.--i ran s•S —`• -h • ^ff� " *`. )._,"---1 I � ,tor 1.� a e _r. i'j -h---=:-..*— — •4-e-j"kr..,7--"Viet OM' _ t LP r` f .j .►roe rei_. M1 ,c.� N� `= U Z' 1 II IAtl�ut. ,,," i -,-,,,:... ,. ,i!47'r-.---r—--— G•RLIt T The Cornell Station Area urban design framework, Z f showing barriers(in red)and open space connections(in green). 98 North'Ole Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan • • • 4.0 Key Recommendations 1. Mobility:The spread out nature of the existing land uses, 2. Connect the Community: Due to the lack of connectivity, large parcel sizes, and the lack of connections make creating new connections is required. Adding new moving around within the station area difficult because sidewalks and pathways, bicycle lanes, and street there are few options. networks where appropriate, will improve the overall • Place new buildings closer together to promote connectivity and functionality of the station area and walking and a more efficient use of land. adjacent areas to the north,west and east. • Create new connections between the station 3. Public Improvements: Public Improvements should be platform,the station area and the neighborhoods made throughout the station area, including streets, beyond the station area. sidewalks and bicycle paths as well as improvements to • Acquire adequate right of way as properties public utilities and public amenities. 0 redevelop to install an 8 foot wide park strip and 10 foot wide multi-use pathway. The purpose of the Urban Design 7.1 mum Rw�uR itU mumFGI^yS^ Framework Plan is to identify those a _ �j elements of the built environment that M I �u ' ;s flr t� impact where people go and how they get it '�4 Q 1_ _1 there. Once these elements are identified, aa'i�..j —s*i. �j 1 �a�"mR_-- ts-erfct ice' - then the community can begin to focus on —�-��_c— �� --- : ,_ „z M_��; �_. O� _ - .._ p. ... . the infrastructure that impedes movement Q �`--"`- • e , ■ and discourages visits to certain ` . e� •.,,�,a.r ` 1 Q 1 destinations. This framework envisions a ]_._ per✓ larger area than the station area plan 4: 6.—ley A e—^'" I I � because the destinations are often located outside of a station area, such asAlwntown. �hh �{ Mtw L-- U w.alR.+!.�.. .t� �\` ' North Temple Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan 99 Cornell Station Area *O'r The policies for the Cornell Station Area are based on the future Strategy 1-A:Develop design guidelines that focus on creating a vision for the station area,which was developed through a series pedestrian-friendly environment while accommodating of workshops with property owners,stakeholders,and city staff. automobiles. The policies incorporate the Transit-Oriented Development a.Develop land use regulations that require all new buildings Principles outlined in the Introduction to the North Temple and other new development to be oriented to the Boulevard Plan. These policies will guide future infrastructure pedestrian with windows and doors opening to the street improvements and land use decisions and will provide the and appropriate walkways leading to the sidewalk. regulatory framework for development. Each policy has a b.Use a performance based point system to insure new • number of specific strategies and action items that will foster development incorporates an acceptable level of design as and implement the policy. outlined in the design guidelines for the station area. Policy#1:Mobility Improve the overall mobility within the station area, with a focus on the pedestrian environment to create a walkable transit-oriented neighborhood with improved connections. Mobility refers to the manner in which people get from one place to another. Providing people with transportation options is key principle for transit-oriented development. This means • ` i, 4• providing safe, comfortable and interesting facilities for pedestrians, bicyclists and other similar modes of travel while _% also providing appropriately designed and located facilities for _ por + �: ` • t ` motor vehicles. Mobility is critical to the function of a neighborhood.It affects the business community,which relies on motor vehicles as the primary mode of transportation for a significant number of customers and daily needs, such as - deliveries and residents who may need an automobile to travel to work,school or for daily needs. Buildings close to the sidewalk,active ground floor uses,appropriate landscaping and quality materials help create a pedestrian friendly environment. 100 Nnrthlikle Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan • Strategy 1-B: Improve connections for all modes of Strategy 1-C:Design,build and improve streets throughout the transportation. station area to accommodate all users, with emphasis placed a. Require the creation of a street network that connects on the safety and security of the pedestrian and bicyclist. land locked parcels to North Temple and allows cross a. Build streets with complete infrastructure that includes access between adjacent properties. vehicle travel lanes,bicycle lanes,parking when space b. Establish standards for parking of alternative allows,curb and gutter,park strips when appropriate and transportation modes,including motorized scooters and adequate width sidewalks. bicycles. b. Design streets with the safety of pedestrians and c. Establish maximum parking standards for all new bicyclists in mind. Include clearly marked sidewalks, development. appropriate crossing signals,bulb-outs at anticipated d. Find creative and unique solutions for instances where pedestrian routes,and adequate street and sidewalk placing sidewalks may be difficult,such as when mature lighting. trees,utility structures,etc.require modifications to the design and placement of the sidewalk. Strategy 1-D: Enhance the North Temple/Redwood Road e. Work with the Utah Department of Transportation to intersection. install a traffic signal at the intersection of Redwood Road a. Work with the Utah Department of Transportation to and 300 North in order to encourage pedestrian activity identify functional and pedestrian safety improvements between the station platform and the Jordan Meadows for the intersection. neighborhood. b. Make necessary public improvement to the Redwood Road intersection to improve the visual appearance of the intersection. c. Include features that are aimed at improving pedestrian i r and bicycle safety in and around the intersection. •d. Find creative ways to create a barrier,such as a low fence,in places where a park strip does not separate the i _ 1.1 sidewalk and the street. • , ' Walkable streets are more active and provide pedestrians and bicyclists with safer public spaces. North Temple Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan 101 Policy#2:Compact Mix of Uses Strategy 2-B: Identify transit-friendly land uses that are •Allow for a more intense, compact mix of uses around Cornell appropriate in the station area. Street and 1460 West. a. Permit land uses that are generally considered transit friendly within the core area. Successful transit-oriented station areas include a mix of uses, b. Identify and prohibit those land uses that negatively including commercial,office, residential and in some cases,light impact the development of the station areas as an industrial. The uses are arranged and placed in areas where employment center. they can take full advantage of the light rail station. c. Establish development standards that increase the level of compatibility between conflicting uses through Strategy 2-A: Create standards that produce compact, dense appropriate building and site design standards. and intense development closer to the station. • a. Establish standards for minimum lot coverage,building Strategy 2-C: Increase the residential density within the station setbacks and building design that will create a vibrant, area. active and safe pedestrian environment a. Allow for high density housing,in a variety of building b. Use zoning incentives to promote vertical mixed use in types,within the core area. Set a goal of establishing a the Core Area. minimum of 20 dwelling units per acre within the core c. Remove barriers and unnecessary processes that impede area. desired development and land uses in the station areas. b. Allow for a mix of housing types and densities within the d. Establish maximum parking requirements for future transition area. Set a goal of establishing a minimum of development. 10 dwelling units per acre within the core area. e. Over time,replace surface parking with structured parking. /"` __ f. Require the removal of billboards as properties redevelop �4MI .. (r I lii►1 mrin • and prohibit new billboards in the station area. A4r v! ,� _ M ip BEFORE _ " AFTER r' s '' i _.',F • , ill• , ill• 1 , -- r= =n� 1 r� .� �� r�g Mixed use ..IIf'_l��s�r== ����J: : �� development should s --4��: ' 1 NM veke adenttage of �� ®°ta�m► I i ,,,, _,. l i .,,,,� J proximity to light rail _ � stations. Spread-out development pattern. Compact development pattern. �� 102 Northele Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan • 0 Policy#3:Placemaking Strategy 3-A: Recognize streets as being important public Improve the connections between the Cornell Station and the spaces. nearby open spaces. a. Create regulations that require buildings to be oriented toward the street,with doors and windows opening on The public spaces within the station area help create a sense of the street and parking located behind and to the side of place and are important to the creation of urban"living rooms." buildings. The station platform is the center of the public spaces and b. Acquire adequate right of way as properties redevelop to creates a common area for people within the station area. In install an 8 foot wide park strip and 10 foot wide multi- order for these public spaces to be inviting and full of life,they use pathway. need to be safe, be used by a diverse group of people for a c. Encourage a range of activities in and around public variety of reasons, and provide amenities to make people feel spaces to allow for natural surveillance,people watching, e comfortable. and active uses. -.4,wirr /op Streets are a•, "•., 1 a important , •'+•') J Strategy 3-B:Identify key elements of desirable public spaces. public spaces a 4 ,,, R( Ir i a. Public spaces should be designed to allow for a wide where a 4 $ IR array of activities activities take r rig b. Public spaces on private property,such as plazas at place. ,i+s' e!1`�,N building entrances,should be inviting,comfortable and ik. . ,,e +�''` distinguishable from public property. r ' +1 r i rii c. Elements in public spaces should be appealing to the j( i . senses. This can be accomplished by using materials of . • --OIL:, �. T p various colors or textures,adding features that create r • ` 1 'W. 1 sounds and movement(such as water features or - elements that move in the wind),and using native • landscaping materials that produce different scents,and -7'.`Mil.11111111111 textures. A cross-section of the future North Temple shows a 10 foot wide sidewalk,an 8 foot wide park strip,a bike 1 11 • a t t lane,two vehicle lanes,and the light rail down the middle of the street. North Temple Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan 103 IM:a r .. y ,.....a., , ,,,,,,... i„.„,, ,,,,, ..„_, 1 ..; r ...:4,....-N 4 a,, - ,L'_:. 71:; � ' (I . ,;,7--'� o f \ CI I 1 ill 1.1 l� !?111h _ --- •;r�� ,.; 1'.1 4 :vim 7 Ci—it :r ._�. t 11 IA , ur ''' .33';1 .t " `? , • __,. !,_- .t Signs identifying neighborhoods ,_ __ -— r.'rr. •I or districts can come in various forms and sizes to match the -.• The existing pathways(green)are not connected to the station platform. place's character. Creating new pathways(orange)will improve the overall connectivity within the station area. y if. s_:r t."::r,, „_ . _. d Strategy 3-C: Create a series of pathways throughout the Strategy 3-D:Identify the station area by using unique markers • station area. and monuments at the east and west boundaries of the station a. Create a pathway along the existing canal that runs area. between the station platform and Redwood Road. a. A distinctive welcoming entrance or marker should be b. All pathways should be designed to accommodate created at the Jordan River that demarcates the end of walking,bicycling and other non-motorized forms of the Cornell Station Area and the beginning of the Fairpark transportation and be designed to be safe,comfortable Station Area and vice versa. and attractive for users of all ages. b. A distinctive entrance feature or monument should be c. New development adjacent to the pathways should be created at both corners of the intersection of Redwood designed to increase the natural surveillance of the Road and North Temple to announce the beginning of the pathway. Cornell Station. 104 North le Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan • • Key Projects & Follow-up Acti:o_ NM The vision of the North Temple Boulevard requires catalyst Build a "Signature Project" at North Temple and projects. Catalyst projects are those projects, big or small,that Cornell will have noticeable, positive changes on the community and The property between Cornell and 1460 West is an ideal spot for encourage further development. Potential projects and follow a signature transit-oriented development which incorporate the up items that will have a significant positive impact on the best practices for these type of developments, and serve as a community may include the following projects. model for other development within the station area. Depending on the design and the mix of uses, such a project Rezone the Station Area could address a number of the challenges identified earlier: O In order to fully capture the benefit of the Airport Light Rail Line redeveloping run down properties,reducing crime, reducing the and to capitalize on the large public investment,the area should auto-oriented uses. be rezoned to more of a transit friendly zoning district. The future zoning districts should reflect the station area boundary Create a Multi-Use Path along Canal maps with the core, transitional and stable areas. The zoning A canal that cuts diagonally from North Temple to Redwood regulations should also promote transit-oriented development Road could provide an alternative pedestrian and bicycle route by simplifying processes and having clear standards. Incentives around the North Temple and Redwood Road intersection and should be used to promote a vertical mix of uses between the station platform and nearby neighborhoods. This intersection despite the light rail line, will continue to be a -�% eavily-used vehicular intersection, which generally conflicts �' = -s.� •!v+• i-.;. � with the goal of making the corridor more pedestrian friendly. �` �� • Y i I�, 1 / ' % North Temple Boulevard•Cornet Station Area Plan 105 Signalize Intersection at 300 North and Redwood Road Demonstrate Alternative Energy Projects This intersection is a major access point to the State Office Given the influence of the Rocky Mountain Power facility on Buildings. Salt Lake City should work with UDOT to install a North Temple and the City's overall goal of increasing the use of traffic signal at this intersection. Doing so would improve the renewal energies, the area around the Rocky Mountain Power overall connectivity of the station area and could also be a facility presents an opportunity to create a demonstration significant pedestrian crossing between the Jordan Meadows project for alternative energy. Light rail is generally considered a neighborhood and the Jordan River Parkway. It would also better use of energy than other forms of motorized reduce the walking distance between safe pedestrian crossings transportation and incorporating an alternative energy theme on Redwood Road. would help make the Cornell Station unique. Such projects may include solar arrays, energy efficient buildings (such as the Reconfigure and Activate the Rocky Mountain Power Department of Natural Resources on North Temple), or using • Street Frontage solar panels at the stations to help offset the power needed for Rocky Mountain Power plays a significant role in the Cornell lights or ticket machines on the station platform. Station Area. Their site includes a large amount of street frontage on North Temple that is mostly occupied by surface parking and outdoor storage, uses which are inconsistent with the vision for the Cornell Station Area. The City should work with Rocky Mountain Power to explore ways that they could reconfigure their site to meet their operational needs as well as develop the portions of their property that front on North Temple in a manner that is consistent with the vision for the station area. This may include locating future buildings along the frontage that could accommodate future growth and needs, such as additional office space, customer service facilities, rot— Ana • -- employee cafeterias,etc. — ! A solar array at the Gateway development in Salt Lake City. 106 Northlikle Boulevard•Cornell Station Area Plan • • r Increase Code Enforcement Increase Police Presence During the planning process, the City has received numerous Due to the overall concern towards crime along North Temple, complaints about property maintenance in the vicinity of the an increased police presence in the corridor is important. The Cornell Station. Improving the appearance of the run down City should use a multi disciplinary approach to address crime in properties in the area is vital to changing the perception of the the area. Furthermore,development regulations should include station area. The City should take a comprehensive, multi- crime prevention through environmental design principles disciplinary approach to cleaning up these properties. (CPTED), which are aimed at using building and site design to reduce the opportunities for crime to occur. There are four key CPTED(Crime Prevention Through e 1 Environmental Design)principles: Adequate street lighting is important 1. Natural Surveillance: Someone is less likely to commit for natural surveillance. a crime if they think someone will see them do it. `10,•Eyes on the street,lighting and landscaping are "� important for increasing natural surveillance. r, 2 2. Natural Access Control: This principle includes using PlifEasily identified t walkways,fences,lighting,signs,landscaping and `) entrances direct the }}, a 7 _t� �'^ paving materials to clearly m guide people to primary �s flow • of people. __ entrances. .al 3. Territorial Reinforcement: This principle includes li clearly marking where public space ends and private \ 3 space begins. This principle is closely related to I Clearly marking public -- natural access control and can utilize many of the t,''r x and private space 4) same ideas to implement. l!1!� {-'`n -. creates a sense of 4. Maintenance: Neglected and poorly maintained x,r. MI& ownership. properties are more likely to attract other crimes. This , fr., _ • principle addresses the"broken window theory" FJ-ie' which suggests if one nuisance is allowed to continue, 4 • it will lead to other nuisances and an eventual decline. 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'I 41't's * L. , ‘ 0 ''• .,1-. * 1 „._ ,.. up - (I ,. . . • ( t 1950 WEST / 2200 WEST STATION AREA PLAN illTable of Contents Vision 110 Community Input 111 Existing Conditions and Context 112 • The 1950 West & 2200 West Station Area 114 „st Assets & Challenges 116 I Urban Design Framework 117 -- I 1950 West & 2200 West Station Area 119 /��MM �itn ■11, Ai l'r ,0 I 1 Policies tanA�y Policy #1: Mobility 119 ,, - � lei Policy #2: Compact Mix of Uses 122 • - -- ,. - Policy #3: Placemaking 123 011.11.11 AGENCY STATE OFFICE BUILDING Policy #4: Integrating Redwood Road 125 _ Key Projects & Follow-up Actions 126 The new Multi-Agency State Office Building on 1950 West. North Temple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 109 • Vision . ill The 1950/2200 West Station Area is a major employment and economic development center in the City. Future development will enhance the area as an employment center by improving pedestrian and vehicular connections throughout the area,enhancing the mix of uses to better serve the major employment centers,and by improving public spaces for all users. The following policies will help implement the vision: 1. Mobility: Improve the overall connectivity around the station area. 2. Compact Mix of Uses: Intensify the mix of uses around the 1950 West Station and the future 2200 West Station. 3. Placemaking: Create safe,vibrant and useful public spaces. • 4. Integrating Redwood Road: Improve the area between Redwood Road and the 1950 West Station. The 1950 West and 2200 West Stations'location in Salt Lake City's neighborhoods and rail system. e,\. tjull G47a9rJ -.+Iv 211 u g CAPITOL HILL AIRPORT I r . FAIRPARK 1 I €f 'ORp. I E]i7J WWII JORDAN 11' JACKSON MEADOWS LFy GUADALUPE oQaa`''fCf TEMPIf El 1:11.11 2200 WEST STATION ir. " 1950 WEST STATION /� I 0 0 a EUCLID ` a itiw ''POPLAR 0 - GROVE DOWNTOWN WE LA 1 ' MOM= 0 SALT LAKE • -O- Future TRAX Line/Stations # FrontRunner Line/Station e a Existing TRAX Line/Stations JACKSON Community/Neighborhood 110 Nart ple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan a 0 0 { • ill Community Input June Workshop August Workshop The June workshop focused on the likes, dislikes, and future The August workshop focused on those things that should be visions for the entire corridor. While the comments were done now,those things that should be done in the future, and directed for the entire length of North Temple Boulevard,several the big ideas that could be used to make each station unique. themes emerged that relate to 1950 West and 2200 West: The community felt that this area should be defined by a • Mixed Use around nodes. aesthetically pleasing entrrance from the Airport and include • Improve the overall connectivity. features such as enhanced landscaping, art and lighting. The 1-215 underpass was identified as a place to improve the Ak • Economic development opportunities for small,locally connections and overall safety of the station area and a good lir owned businesses. place for a defining entry feature. • Increase housing with a variety of housing types,but protect the lower density neighborhoods. October Workshop • Change the perception of the west side image. The topic of the October workshop was land use. Through a • Incorporate urban design into the corridor. series of meetings with the public, key stakeholders and landowners, and major employers several principles were developed: • Improve connectivity. • Activate corner of 1950 West and North Temple. • Improve the walking experience. • Allow for the redevelopment of older properties. The comments received from the public workshops have been used to • Build on the campus-style development of the State O identify a vision for the station area,define what type of transit station Complex. the 800 West Station Area is,create land use • Improve the mix of uses. policies,identify key projects and to recognize _ -. .,gat" • Clean upand improve 1-215 underpass. key characteristics of future zoning regulations. P p North Temple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan ill • Existing Conditions & Context Existing Conditions at the Station Areas Streets and Connections The 1950 West and 2200 West Stations are in close proximity to The 1950 West station has very limited connections for all modes each other. However, at this point, the 2200 West Station is of travel. The State Office Complex is served by bus lines that considered a "future station," meaning it will be built at a later enter the complex and then return to North Temple. 1950 West date. For the purposes of this plan, the two stations are is the primary cross street on North Temple between Redwood considered one station area. Road and 2200 West. This street has sidewalks on the east side along the entire length. The sidewalk does not extend to North The area around the 1950 West and the future 2200 West Temple on the west side. The Jordan Meadows neighborhood is • stations is suburban in nature with large buildings and spread- connected through the State complex to North Temple. A out land uses which are designed for the automobile. The area privately owned commercial parking lot that serves airport around 1950 West and 2200 West is characterized by: patrons occupies a large amount of land on the south side of • A high concentration of jobs; North Temple. Orange Street (1850 West) provides access to • Land uses commonly found in research or business some of the properties between North Temple and 1-80, but parks; otherwise access is through private property. • Large parking lots that surround most buildings; • A concentration of airport-related services,such as private airport parking facilities and hotels/motels; ION • Restrictions on certain land uses and building heights near the airport; • A large residential neighborhood to the north; - • • A large apartment complex near the station; - • Unique facilities required by the light industrial uses; • Direct access to 1-80 and the Salt Lake City International _ _Er -- Airport; Ste- -- • A physical and visual barrier between the two stations with the 1-215 overpass; 11 i • Proximity to the Redwood Road/North Temple intersection;and • The termination of North Temple near the 2200 West station. Large parking lots are common in the 1950 West Station Area. 112 Norteple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 0 11111 c ( The 1950 West station area is connected to the 2200 West via an Key Demographics underpass under 1-215. The underpass contains sidewalks on Simple demographics for the 1950 West and 2200 West Station both sides of the street and a bicycle lane on the north side of areas and adjacent neighborhoods indicate an overall decrease the street. North Temple splits west of the underpass: North in total population,an increase in number of households and a Temple continues to the west and the ramp to 1-80 and the 25%increase in the number of jobs in the future. A decrease in Airport veers to the south. population but an increase in dwelling units indicates that household size will decrease in the area and additional The intersection of North Temple and 2200 West is a stoplight- residential building types will be added. These numbers are controlled 3-way intersection while the intersection between based off of existing US Census data as well as projections done 2200 West and the I-80/Airport access ramp is a signalized by the Wasatch Front Regional Council,an entity who is charged intersection. This will also be the primary access to the future with planning short, medium and long term transportation station at 2200 West. 2200 West is a two lane road with a projects based on future growth scenarios. Many factors will O center turn lane and bicycle lanes on each side of the street. contribute to the actual changes over time, including market trends, but it is important to anticipate the potential growth. Salt Lake City must plan for necessary infrastructure p improvements and services to support increases in residents and 1 Current Demographic Data I I q�y: (, i . Population Dwelling Units Jobs I y r ` I1... i� Ir_ I 4,799 1,573 21,320 6 " 1 • (Source:2000 U.S.Census) - t o II.. '_ 2030 Projected Demographic Datanu - O Population Dwelling Units Jobs 4 r1 A -%r 4,415 1,740 26,771 %' ,- ' II :^I •`t«y. p' (Source:Wasatch Front Regional Council) There are few existing bike lanes(shown in green)in the station area. Future bike lanes(orange)will improve connections,but the station area has connections for pedestrians,bicyclists and automobiles. North Temple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 113 The 1950 West & 2200 West St.A A station area is the space that surrounds a transit station. The 1950 West/2200 West Core Area station platform is the center of the area and the places that are The Core Area is comprised of the land closest to the station and generally within a 5 minute walk, approximately 1/4 of a mile, most likely to see significant changes over time. Appropriate make up the remainder of the station area. The 1950 West zoning regulations should include the following characteristics: Station area is unique because it has limited opportunities for • Larger scale buildings with taller buildings located east of residential development and the nature of the area is not what the 1950 West Station and compatible with the Airport one would typically think of as a walkable environment. Flight Path Protection Overlay District; However,with the high number of jobs around this station,there O • is the potential for a high transit ridership for those commuting High percentage of lot coverage; for work and walkability is a major factor for those choosing to • Buildings with a mix of uses on multiple floors; utilize the Airport Light Rail Line. • Parking located in structures or behind the buildings; • Increased level of pedestrian activity at the street level; Station Area Typology • Residential development in appropriate locations where The 1950 West and 2200 West Station Area displays compatible with the airport; characteristics most common to a Mixed Use Employment • Permitted uses that support the area as an employment Center. These characteristics include land uses that employ a center; high number of people. These areas could have a campus style development pattern and tend to attract other similar uses to • Permitted uses that include a high number of jobs; the area and those uses that can support the high number of • Better access to existing residential neighborhoods. jobs,such as restaurants,retail services,etc. The station area is usually served by at least two type of mass transit, usually rail • and bus but is primarily auto oriented. Special considerations are often made due to the large delivery and service trucks that frequent the businesses in the area. The area typically is not well connected to adjacent neighborhoods and generally lacks residential land uses. 114 Nartlple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan • • i i ( Parcels in red represent the Core a �� Area,where an intense level of ens transit-oriented zoning is r3 , %It pi appropriate. S , .03i �^7. / c. q / Parcels in yellow are part of the • a \ Transitional Area. These areas are // /♦ appropriate for mixed use and less 1 ♦ intensive transit-oriented zoning. / c 13ID TEMPLE 1950 West Station I o I t 1 0 1 / \ o 1 ♦ 1 I O l /Parcels in blue are part of Stable t �„ / ` •200 West Station ` CI Areas,areas where little change is / expected or desired or where the �`/ m 4 i current zoning allows for the ♦ J desired future land uses and % % / intensities. — — 0 0.1 ` _ mi. 1950 West/2200 West Transitional Area 1950 West/2200 West Stable Area The Transitional Area is the area that will see some change over The Stable Area are those areas that are likely to see minor the next 20 years, but the change will generally be smaller scale changes over time. Minor changes happen within the existing Ank and less intense than the Core Station Area. Appropriate zoning development pattern and are consistent with the overall scale of wip regulations would be characterized by: the surrounding structures,such as the single family residential • Smaller scale building up to 4 stories in height neighborhood to the north. • A horizontal mix of land uses • Parking behind or to the side of buildings • Appropriate scaled residential development where compatible with airport overlay zones. • Permitted uses that support the role of the area as an employment and airport service center North Temple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 115 illAssets & Challenges Like any developed corridor with a long history, North Temple Challenges presents a variety of both assets and challenges for • Hostile pedestrian environment and overall lack of redevelopment. These characteristics,summarized below,were pedestrian-oriented activity between Redwood Road and defined by the people who live,work and operate businesses in 1-215; the area through workshops and conversations. • The 1-215 underpass; Assets • Lack of services,especially restaurants; • Large employment base; • Along distance between the station and the • • Potential for redevelopment; neighborhood to the north; • Limited residential opportunities; • Proximity to Airport; • Lack of transit-oriented land uses on North Temple; • Number of hotels in the area;and • Existing land uses that require large,underutilized • Proximity to commercial center at Redwood Road and parcels; North Temple. • Area is isolated from surrounding community and the rest of the City;and 010 __ ••� ▪ Lack of overall connectly y and from North Temple. ,;■ c: Residential: it to 11_ Neig•hborhoo , I:mploynlcnt(cQntcr c 0S C'- ; 77 Proximity Un 1 gg %= The Radisson Hotel near 2200 West(bottom,left)and the new Multi-Agency Ai rt linnpluyntent Center 8" Cotntnerdal Node lab (tile to 0(ti ci s)© with deVelopmen� State Office Building on 1950 West are some of the assets of the area(see full `; Ptitential map on left). "Hospitality Ilse Q Er �, i , na Employment NORTH 41 8 �„ © 1, I I 1950 We Station Center i 00 Wes lion Development 1`. I'- IIX ( \ Potential �1 � t` . Development / • R_tr- m, --__ �! Po[e`ntial f ��, i 116 Nortl•ple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Arca Plan • 1 ( 0 „-4,:: Urban Designr Fiill The Urban Design Framework Plan identifies the following elements: • Mobility&Connectivity ` 4i � _y11�g aZAIII • Open Space Network — tat ../7 .— • Public Improvements 1 t, • Adjacencies i it L_J i r ti • The Urban Design Framework Map El U J identifies those elements,such as the block pattern and size,that establish the framework for future urban design I �1 improvements. 1 11 — Ott trice 4 �yI�cRN�1t•N M 5t E ci,m % 1 ! r'_ 4. : �FI lcIPPa - `� • • ..~i AVM LAI c•(itD.A. o�e Y+ --- i .o i `• * --- - - — " .too The 1950 West/2200 West Station area urban t• • • design framework,showing barriers(in red)and i-+ open space connections(in green). nniiw KwH Iw+e tie • tn/towlbwnl Imo_ P4�mdla North Temple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 117 00 L !/� ■ -Z, ', t The purpose of the Urban Design Framework �1 r ' _IPlan is to identify those elements of the built 7:10.-1 C1 r 1 i j environment that impact where people go and .•�. "J . i�-1 how they get there. Once these elements are J -:-r �'!�.r_ -- identified, then the community can begin to `j au:. 1. .- w_�. 1— identify those elements of the infrastructure that ' ..- /n�� *AM ?iiie3 i impede movement and discourage visits to inn i i j certain destinations. This framework envisions a i - larger area than the station area plan because �./ 1.:.‘ 1:-.,, I I I the destinations are often located outside of a / ??t' W 4AlEh/k F4��14,6 Q I 1 L_4.__L r station area. • Key Recommendations 1. Mobility. Improve the public ways between the Station 2. Public Improvements: Improve the streetscape by Area and the destinations on the periphery of the Station adding functional elements. Area. • Incorporate the elements of the North Temple • Improve the design and safety of the 1-215 Boulevard Design book throughout the station underpass to better connect the station areas. area. • Create a street network in the area south of North 3. Open Space Network: Improve the green ways Temple. throughout the corridor • Utilize wayfinding signs to mark convenient and • Enhance the landscaping where the light rail o safe pathways into and out of the station area. enters the 2200 West station area. • Install a traffic signal at 300 North and Redwood • Enhance the landscaping along the Interstate Road. embankments. • Identify the mechanism that will trigger the completion of the 2200 West Station. • Improved access routes to the neighborhood to the north. 118 Nordeple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 0 • r 1950 West / 2200 West Station The policies for the 1950 West and 2200 West Station Area are Strategy 1-A:Develop design guidelines that focus on creating a based on the future visions for the station area, which was pedestrian-friendly environment while accommodating developed through a series of workshops with property owners, automobiles. stakeholders,the public,and city staff. In turn,these policies will a. Develop land use regulations that require all new guide future infrastructure improvements and land use decisions buildings and redevelopment to be oriented to the street and will provide the regulatory framework for development. and pedestrian first and automobiles second. Each policy has a number of specific strategies and action items b. Develop handouts for developers that include the vision that would foster and implement the policy. for the station area,and a checklist that can be used to e determine the degree to which a project implements the Policy#1: Mobility community vision and goals. Improve the pedestrian environment to create a walkable c. Design guidelines should explore creative ways to transit-oriented neighborhood with improved connections for accommodate the existing types of land uses,particularly other types of vehicles that are required to serve the area. the industrial uses that require the use of large trucks or Mobility refers to the manner in which people get from point A have unique building requirements,such as large mechanical systems. to point B. Providing people with transportation options is a key principle for transit oriented development. This means providing • safe, comfortable and interesting facilities for pedestrians, �` "' • bicyclists and other similar modes of travel while also providing l� -r- +, appropriately designed and located facilities for motor vehicles. . Mobility is critical to the function of a neighborhood. It affects the business community, which relies on motor vehicles as the e O primary mode of transportation for a significant number of customers and daily needs,such as deliveries and residents who may need an automobile to travel to work, school or for daily -1: . ; tr - ., needs. , . o New roads can improve the connectivity of ,C the 1950 West Station Area.Yellow roads ''"•p" represent new roads or extensions to complement existing(red)roads. t iv . North Temple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 119 Strategy 1-B: Improve connections for all modes of Strategy 1-C: Design and build streets throughout the station •transportation. area to accommodate all users,with emphasis placed on the a. Require development of a street network on the south safety and security of the pedestrian and bicyclist. side of North Temple that connects land-locked parcels to a. Build streets with complete infrastructure that includes North Temple and allows cross access between adjacent vehicle travel lanes,bicycle lanes,parking when space properties. allows,curb and gutter,park strips when appropriate and b. Establish parking standards for alternative transportation adequate width sidewalks. modes,including motorized scooters and bicycles. b. Design streets with the safety of pedestrians and c. Establish maximum parking standards for all new bicyclists in mind. Include clearly marked sidewalks, development. appropriate crossing signals,bulb-outs at pedestrian d. Over time,transition from surface parking to structured routes,and adequate street and sidewalk lighting. 0 parking. c. Acquire adequate right of way as properties redevelop to e. Find creative and unique solutions for instances where install an 8 foot wide park strip and 10 foot wide multi- placing sidewalks may be difficult,such as when mature use pathway. trees,utility structures,etc.require modifications to the design and placement of the sidewalk. Strategy 1-D:Improve the connections under the 1-215 viaduct. f. Establish a bus center along Redwood Road that is a. Improve the amount and quality of lighting under the(- integrated into the 1950 West Station Area due to the 215 underpass on North Temple. high bus ridership on Redwood Road. b. Improve the visual appearance of the underpasses with public art and appropriate design. c. Explore effective ways to separate the sidewalk from the travel lanes. d. Partner with the UDOT to install water-wise landscaping • on interstate embankments at the viaducts. / ��.,,z� ��z, !//,���///fir/, 7 A—a , sty i t t i The 1-215 underpass can be improved by adding color and artwork to the embankments and supports. 120 Nordeple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Man 0 • ( Strategy 1-E: Build the 2200 West Station. ,. ..a . a. Establish criteria to determine when the 2200 West r o� • ' I I1 3 Station should be built. * �k' •-r r •• f ,,., I b. Identify appropriate land use types that are compatible +�e0 1 k+r"'il r. -p \\Y 41 I • ,.. II — with the nature of the 2200 West Station Area and the " - i i • requirements of the Airport Flight Path Protection or; F Overlay District. l t The 2200 West Station should be built when demand reaches a minimum level to support it. • 111111.'.- , ;., H.,,, ---"";`,,, ,---.- .1.--------'-- _--- - ''111111100""'".-"' pieoii\le:..„e" ---- 11-- 11.0111 �_ , 1 ` ul/ Ir. alit # ft P — ill II' IIII it V,� IR Future development _. . around the 2200 West Station platform will have special development • regulations due to the proximity to the Salt Lake International Airport. North Temple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 121 ' Policy#2: Compact Mix of Uses Strategy 2-A: Create standards that produce compact, dense • Develop a more intense,compact mix of uses around both the and intense development closer to the station. 1950 West and 2200 West Stations. a. Establish standards that will allow high lot coverages, limited landscaping buffers between compatible land Successful transit-oriented station areas include a mix of uses, uses and lower parking requirements and building heights including commercial, office, and in this case, light industrial. that are compatible with the operation of the Salt Lake The uses are arranged and placed in areas where they can take International Airport. full advantage of the light rail. Intensifying the mix of uses b. Activate landscaped setbacks with appropriate outdoor includes eliminating zoning regulations that may hinder transit activities,such as plazas or outdoor dining. oriented development, and minimizing land use conflicts, by c. Identify and prohibit those land uses that negatively prohibiting auto-dependent uses and those uses that may hinder impact the development of the station areas as • future development in the area. employment and hospitality centers. d. Remove barriers and unnecessary processes that impede desired development and land uses in the station areas. I e. Work with the economic development partners to f__ diversify the types of daily service land uses in the area, ry particularly restaurants and services which will provide j'► I 4�� for the needs of those working in the station area as well as those that live or work nearby. r f. Require the removal of billboards as properties redevelop '" and prohibit new billboards in the station area. C is:' _ C � ---.[41 As?��� , r Strategy 2-B: Identify transit-friendly land uses that are -- appropriate in the station area. • a. Identify and prohibit those land uses that negatively Manufacturing uses can be designed and located to be pedestrian-friendly.This impact the development of the station areas as transit rendering shows an industrial building with windows facing the street, mechanical oriented employment and hospitality centers,such as equipment that is designed as an architectural feature and loading docks screened pawn shops,drive through restaurants,or privately from the street. owned surface parking facilities. b. Establish development standards that increase the level of compatibility between conflicting uses through appropriate building and site design standards,such as appropriate landscape screening and buffering. 122 NortlQple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan • • Vibrant public spaces include many amenities. _ � oi,. , 4 , , • A t - I. tPr r y) _1_ y II 1 -A. a �i, `�•• , � .... . .,:,,::„....: ,. .. ... Policy#3: Placemaking Strategy 3-B:Identify key elements of desirable public spaces. Create safe,vibrant and useful public spaces. a. Public spaces should be designed to allow for a wide array of activities The public spaces within the station area help create a sense of b. Public spaces on private property,such as plazas at place and are important to the creation of urban"living rooms." building entrances,should be inviting,comfortable and In order for public spaces to be successful,they need to be safe, distinguishable from public property. be used in diverse ways and provide amenities to make people c. Elements in public spaces should be appealing to the feel comfortable. senses. This can be accomplished by using materials of Strategy 3-A: Recognize streets as being important public various colors or textures,adding features that create soundand movement(such as water features,or spaces. elements that move in the wind),and using landscaping a. Create regulations that require buildings to be oriented materials that produce different scents,textures,etc.and 0 to the street,with doors and windows opening to the that are appropriate for the local climate. street and parking located behind or to the side of d. Incorporate Crime Prevention through Environmental buildings. Design(CPTED)principles into the design of buildings and b. Allow buildings to be set back from the property line public spaces. when the space is to be used for public plazas or active use,such as outdoor dining. c. Encourage a range of activities in and around public spaces to allow for natural surveillance,people watching, active uses,etc. • North Temple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 123 Strategy 3-C:Create a public space between"old"North Temple and the"new"North Temple. a. Enhance the land uses on North Temple between the 1-215 underpass and 2200 West by adding uses that complement and serve the area and create natural surveillance of the open space. b. Design an open space west of the 1-215 underpass that will attract users from nearby hotels and businesses. c. Design the open space with safety in mind and keep site lines between the station platforms,nearby businesses,hotels and the open space clear. d. Design the park to accommodate a wide range of activities for people of all ages. e. Invite the community to actively participate in the planning and design of the open space. f. Create an entry feature along the light rail line as it enters the 2200 West Station area. peaninan rout. noes Ws*ohms.w mn • slop ua.v.anco on t n< 1,�� �� apes a Old .Tag.pir1i '�IllIl ��� �•�S? �: JN , ' I 4.n, IIIM n La.tw ....^. y I IWO. •'44t* .-y II J la,\ AaUason Monti 44pa��� ap /, a q�� �,•"cV lk R� ` m -J- ,cw.rmae...tr. �N$E.,1 „,„_. rw..v....ew1nan,� • .. aypnma Wilmer " wvlf 0 _ I — uap. we wallow..0.u. N 0". r , .�.� I ���[r�ttn[►ffnr►r-- jr ..i. ,..A.,_ ,,,,,\,,,,,,,,:: , :.:, r... _ ...n. wf - Par.'N1 T .Rr ra,r� ' A potential design for the public spaces around the future 2200 West Station. 124 Nortleple Boulevard•19S0 West/2200 West Station Area Plan • • - • Policy#4: Integrating Redwood Road j ry'�'T''h _ * x�� ri/Ir Integrate and connect Redwood Road and the 1950 West ., J _-.r *^' 7-®.r ; Station. / /�tiy- f _"` .?"t _ Redwood Road is the busiest intersection along the corridor but .1/ g' l*i*B-,4 . -v it is a long walking distance between the intersection and the �'. "p _r station platform. The west side of the intersection, particularly *:^f , the northwest corner, has the potential to be a community ' •"— a a_,�_ - . •_ - shopping center. This area could develop as a mixed use center s I ,-".' - c'given that it is approximately one half mile from both the 1950 f 4- -v '. / ', 414 gii West station and Cornell Station to the east, the access to ' `� / r ,' St, 0 Redwood Road and 1-80 as well as the airport and Downtown. im r Nit . Strategy 4-A: Improve the connections through existing and future development. The area around North Temple and Redwood Road should be rezoned to allow a. Find immediate,temporary ways to improve the walking a variety of uses,including residential. and bicycle paths through the development on the north west corner of North Temple and Redwood Road. b. Require pedestrian and bicycle connections in all future development. Strategy 4-B:Zone the property around the North Temple and c. After North Temple Boulevard is rebuilt and all Redwood Road intersection to a mixed use zoning district. improvements are in place,work with the Utah a. Research appropriate zoning districts that have already Department of Transportation to add similar been established to determine the most feasible type of improvements along Redwood Road,particularly north of zoning for this area. 0 North Temple. d. Integrate bus service to and from the station,particularly b. Ensure that future zoning regulations allow for high with the frequency of bus service along Redwood Road density residential development in the station core and and North Temple and as the bus service transforms into transition areas. bus rapid transit in the future. a North Temple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 125 • Key Projects & Follow-up Item*" The vision of the North Temple Boulevard requires catalysts Activate the 1950 West and North Temple Intersection projects. Catalyst projects are those projects, big or small,that The properties on the north side of the boulevard are under will have noticeable, positive changes on the community. utilized and primed for redevelopment. Given that both corners Potential projects and follow up items that will have a significant are adjacent to the station platform, activating these corners positive impact on the community may include: with high intensity land uses has the potential to increase transit ridership and set the example for future development. Potential Rezone the Station Area active first floor uses and public/private partnerships should be The Core and Transitional Station Areas should be rezoned to established to ensure that an active use,such as a restaurant,is reflect the vision for the station area. The rezoning should be included in any development on these corners. If the State consistent with the policies for the 1950/2200 West Station Office Complex expands south towards North Temple, it is Area. Removing processes that increase the permitting process critical that the ground floor of the building contains uses,such should be a main focus and can be a major incentive for new as a restaurant,that can activate the street front and improve development. the north side of the boulevard. Focus on the Redwood Road and North Temple Intersection The Redwood Road and North Temple Boulevard intersection is a highly used, highly visible intersection and is the busiest intersection in the corridor. Encouraging high density mixed use development on all four corners of this intersection is important to take advantage of the intersection as a major activity center. Working with the Utah Department of Transportation and the Utah Transit Authority, the City should find ways to visually, /U/, functionally and safely improve the intersection. Such d improvements may include enhanced sidewalks and crosswalks, visual elements and bollards at the corners,pedestrian oriented : j ;1 , 1124 street lights, and some vertical art elements added along the light rail line. 0 x 4 Examples of vertical elements that can visually enhance an intersection. i 126 Nortlaple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan , Expand State Office Complex at 1950 West Develop Airport Property on 2200 West The State Office Complex at 1950 West is removed from North The area around the 2200 West Station does not have a lot of Temple.The State of Utah has indicated that the campus will be daytime services, particularly restaurants. The Airport has expanded in the future. Future expansion should have an several properties that may be able to accommodate these types emphasis of intensifying the development in the area. Future of land uses while still meeting the Airport's requirements for development along 1950 West should include land uses that can security and safety. These areas should be identified by the support this increased intensity but that can also be a Airport and public/private partnerships should be explored to neighborhood destination. determine if such uses are viable and compatible with the Airport's needs,such as the Salt Lake Community College Flight Retain and Enhance 2200 West Job Base Training Center. The area around the 1950 West Station and the future 2200 4110 West station has become a major employment base for the City. Improve Area Connectivity The jobs are generally considered to be professional level jobs. The 1950 and 2200 West station areas generally have large For example, in 2009 L3 Communications employs about 1,500 properties with a limited number public streets and connections engineers. Working with Economic Development to retain and for pedestrians and bicyclists. Of particular importance is the expand the employee base is beneficial to the City and would connection between the station platform and the Jordan increase the ridership for the light rail line. Despite the high Meadows neighborhood. When property is redeveloped, the number of jobs,the area is lacking in daily services and many of City needs to find innovate ways to allow infrastructure,such as the jobs are more than a 10 minute walk from the station sidewalks, walkways, and bicycle paths. For example, the City platform. The Economic Development Divisionof the City should should allow sidewalks to meander around mature trees if work to attract businesses,such as sit down restaurants into the necessary. area. The challenge will be to attract the type of establishments that can be successful based on the midweek, day time Increase the Police Presence and Code Enforcement population of the area as the area has a lack of weekend traffic. Due to the issues with crime and property maintenance in the A coordinated shuttle service that would run along 2200 West area, an increased police presence and code enforcement is igg could increase transit ridership by making it more convenient for critical to improving the safety of the station area. The City employees to get from the station platform to their workplace. could use innovative,multi disciplinary approaches to addressing the crime and code enforcement issues in the area. The presence of the police and cleaning up properties also begins to change both the internal and external perception of the area. North Temple Boulevard•1950 West/2200 West Station Area Plan 127 • • 3. City Council Public Hearing Notice