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005 of 2017 - Amending the East Bench Master Plan 0 17-1 T 13-5 SALT LAKE CITY ORDINANCE No. 5 of 2017 (Amending the East Bench Master Plan) An ordinance amending the East Bench Master Plan pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2014-00139. WHEREAS, the Salt Lake City Planning Commission held public hearings on May 25, 2016 and July 13, 2016 on an application submitted by the Salt Lake City Council ("Applicant") to comprehensively update and amend the East Bench Master Plan (Petition No. PLNPCM2014- 00139), which plan was adopted by the Salt Lake City Council in April 1987; and WHEREAS, at its July 13, 2016 meeting, the planning commission voted in favor of forwarding a positive recommendation to the city council on said application; and WHEREAS, after a hearing before the city council, the city council has determined that adopting 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. Amending the East Bench Master Plan. That the East Bench Master Plan is hereby adopted to read and appear as provided in Exhibit "A" attached hereto. SECTION 2. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective on the date of its first publication. Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, this 21st day of February , 2017. CH IRPERSON ATTEST AND COUNTERSIGN: CITY RECORDER Transmitted to Mayor on February 22, 2017 • Mayor's Action: X Approved. Vetoed. M OR ti-TY RECORDER • -��.;.•-... .. ...... 44s c'):: sty:�, � �- ; APPROVED AS TO FORM Pit.";•,ptry" � s , ,,` L.• Salt Lake Cit Attorneys Office • (SEAL) ` c'`•.. �v IF Date: Bill No. 5 of 2017. Pa C.Nielson S i r City Attorney Published: March 9, 2017. HB_ATTY-#56684-v l-Ordinance_Amending_East_Bench_Master_Plan.docx EXHIBIT "A" Amended East Bench Master Plan February_--. y 2017 MASTER PLAN EAST ENCH ' ' Adopted by the Salt Lake City Council on February 21 , 2017 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN Cnntents Introduction 1 Introduction and Community Profile 6 2 Community Vision 14 3 Opportunities and Challenges 20 Focus Areas -. ' s POi 4 Creating and Preserving Neighborhoods 28 - - r. Guiding Principles 30 .' t-- -_-� City Planning Context 30 Existing Conditions 31 Moving Forward 38 ' '"',' w�' ' -1.., , 5 Major Corridors 48 yy u Guiding Principles 50 • ", - - . «' ' Planning Context 50 .t i :": ' ExistingConditions 51 „ , r : `: r Moving Forward 58 _ r • 6 Regional Activity Center 70 }, ,~: : at ^ -,. Guiding Principle 72 '" ie City Planning Context 72 ��' • ••Vl-. -II Existing Conditions 72 .. 1`.'' 'I/.. Moving Forward 76 '' 7 Connecting People to Places 82 ._ Guiding Principle 84 • ' • City Planning Context 84 '. .' e . s' Existing Conditions 86 Moving Forward 90 • 8 Parks Recreation and Open Space 98 ;' Guiding Principles 100 44 i City Planning Context 100 Existing Conditions 102 1 411 Moving Forward 104 - il Appendix :, , r ' 9 Implementation 116 ° . '1 : ''` 10 Parley's Way Corridor Plan 118 ;.Ft ,�: � i% - -, •+ ii • 1 r. { EAST BENCH MA`VPR 4AJ I 3 Acknowledgments I Mayor Technical Advisors Jackie Biskupski SLC Transportation Division Ralph Becker- Former Mayor Cris Jones Becka Roolf Salt Lake City Council Dan Bergenthal James Rogers -District 1 SLC Parks and Public Lands I Andrew Johnston - District 2 Emy MaloutasII Stan Penfold - District 3 Nancy Monteith Derek Kitchen - District 4 Lewis Kogan Erin Mendenhall - District 5 Brandon Fleming Charlie Luke District 6 SLC Engineering Division Lisa Ramsey Adams District 7 Lynn Jarman Bill Brown Salt Lake City Planning Commission Brad Stewart- SLC Public Utilities Michael R. Gallegos Jessica Thesing - SLC Economic Development Andres Paredes David Terry - SLC Golf Division Carolynn Hoskins Chris Chestnut- Utah Transit Authority Angela Dean Tony Lau - Utah Department of Transportation Michael Fife Jonathon Larsen - Wasatch Front Regional Council Jamie Bowen Steve Woods - SLC School District Clark Ruttinger Community Partners and Stakeholders Emily Drown Matt Lyon East Bench Master Plan Focus Group II Maurine Bachman Ellen Reddick Chair Community Councils Community and Economic Development Bonneville Hills, Ellen Reddick- Chair . ar.• • Mike Reberg - Director East Bench, Kim Peterson - Chair Mary DeLaMare-Schaefer- Deputy Director Foothill/Sunnyside, Laurel H Young - Chair Eric Shaw- Former Director Sugar House, Amy Barry - Chair Jill Remington-Love -Former Director Sunnyside East, Matt Nelson - Chair Wasatch Hollow, Michael Dodd - Chair Planning Division Yalecrest, Lynn Pershing - Chair Nora Shepard - Planning Director Wilf Sommerkorn - Planning Director(Former) University of Utah Cheri Coffey-Assistant Director Mike Perez-Associate Vice President for Facilities Adminis- Nick Norris -Planning Manager tration Services John McNary- Director of Campus Planning East Bench Master Plan Project Team Alma Allred - Director of Commuter Services Wayne Mills - Senior Planner- Project Manager Daniel Echeverria - Principal Planner, Assistant Project Manager Foothill Cultural District JP Goates - Principal Planner Linda Hunt -Executive Director Nick Britton - Senior Planner Debbie Tucker- President Chris Lee -Associate Planner w� David Gellner-Principal Planner Research Park ^, Lex Traughber- Senior Planner(Visioning Phase) Jonathon Bates Director <<.1 r-.. Casey Stewart - Senior Planner(Visioning Phase) Charles Evans Former Director Anna Anglin - Principal Planner(Visioning Phase) Veteran's Administration Hospital Michael Lemmert - Chief Engineer Photo Credits: . Wayne Mills * Daniel Echeverria Special thanks to all of the East Bench residents, business • Nick Britton owners, employees, and visitors who participated in the ' JP Goates master plan process. . , . 4 ,.: A T.BENCH MASTER.1.: ! ` • . • I- .. _ ,. This page intentionally left blank. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 5 - - \ V 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN e. 0 ► Introduction The East Bench Community is situated on the bench of the Salt Lake valley at the base of the Wasatch foothills. It is the eastern most community within Salt Lake City and is known for its attractive residential neighborhoods comprised of older, distinctive homes in the western area of the community and new homes of contemporary design on the slopes of the eastern foothills. The area is also home to regionally significant institutional facilities and employment centers, such as the University of Utah, Research Park, and the Veteran's Administration Hospital. Attractions, such as Hogle Zoo, This is the Place Heritage Park, the Natural History Museum and Red Butte Gardens bring visitors from all over the State into the East Bench Community. The previous master plan for the East Bench was adopted in 1987. Since the adoption of the plan the University of Utah, Research Park, and the numerous cultural attractions have experienced tremendous growth creating both opportunities and challenges. The unique residential neighborhoods have remained relatively stable, but there are challenges related to maintaining the character of these neighborhoods. ..., _;,-.0, . At. ___mg 4./..,„,, • b - , -.. , Nit ' liP7-.-:t 4k *It ., ' '. . , . (lei.. Iv illittit , . ' ... :AP t . %. .4,11r. . •j. - EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 7 ik .- - _ ti _ J.NT;O &,COMMUNITY DROFILE PLAN OBJECTIVES The East Pench Master Plan is an "fficial plan of the City. Development of the plan was guided by policies in existin ; citywide plans, such as Plan Salt Lake and the Housing, Transportation, and Open Space plans. A master plan is not a law or land use code. It is a vision for how a community should look, feel, and function in the future. The principles and initiatives in the master plan provide high level guidance on how to achieve the community vision. Ultimately, the vision comes to fruition through adopted land use codes, public and private development projects, and City implementation programs. The overarchir j goals of the East Bench Master Plan are to: • Chart a course for future growth; • Provide policy direction; and • Create a framework to measure future achievements. Plan Salt Lake and the East Salt Lake provide the initial foundation for the vision, Bench Plan goals and action items in the East Bench Plan. Plan Salt Lake sets a citywide Vision for Salt Lake City for the next twenty-five years. It considers where we are as a city, where we want to be, and establishes the framework for decision making that will get us there. The Plan is Vision PLAN SALT LAKE based on existing City policies and input gathered from thousands of people including City residents, leaders, business owners, and visitors. The Plan sets the stage for future neighborhood,community,and City element plans k fl to address how they will each contribute to the 2040 Vision °o J ot, for Salt Lake City. Transportation Parks&Open Housing Plan SpacePlan Plan By establishing a consolidated citywide vision, Plan Salt 4 Lake creates a framework to prepare Salt Lake City for growth, while focusing on sustainability and livability. � fLE® gr. At the root of the Vision is quality of life for current and future generations. Cities evolve and change overtime. community Plans Corridor Plans As the natural, built, social, and economic environments change, it is Salt Lake City's responsibility to ensure it is responsive, resilient, and contributing to a city where i , people want to live and visitors enjoy. fi A Zoning Infrastructure Private As a Community Plan, the East Bench Plan identifies the Implementation Improvements Development role the East Bench Community plays in implementing the vision for Salt Lake City's future. The initiatives in Plan The East Bench Master Plan is a Community Plan and builds on the City policies and initiatives established in Plan Salt Lake. 8 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN _ .. ,:� - y ,, ` J INTRO & COMMU I ROFILE PLAN SALT LAKE Guiding Principles 1. Neighborhoods:Neighborhoods that provide a safe environment,opportunity for social interaction, and services needed for the wellbeing of the community therein. 2. Growth: Growing responsibly while providing people with choices about where they live,how they live, and how they get around. 3. Housing:Access to a wide variety of housing types for all income levels,providing the basic human need for safety and responding to changing demographics. 4. Transportation&Mobility:A transportation and mobility network that is safe,accessible,reliable, affordable, and sustainable, providing real choices and connecting people with places. 5. Air Quality:Air that is healthy and clean. 6. Natural Environment: Minimize our impact on the natural environment. 7. Parks&Open Space:Protecting the natural environment while providing access and opportunities to recreate and enjoy nature. 8. Beautiful City:A beautiful city that is people focused. 9. Preservation: Maintaining places that provide a foundation for the City to affirm our past. 10. Equity: Ensure access to all City amenities for all citizens while treating everyone equitably with fairness,justice, and respect. 11. Arts & Culture: Vibrant, diverse, and accessible artistic and cultural resources that showcase the community's long standing commitment to a strong creative culture. 12.Economy:A balanced economy that produces quality jobs and fosters an environment for commerce, local business, and industry to thrive. 13. Government:A local government that is collaborative, responsive, and transparent. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 9 ' TRO 8 COMMUNITY PROFILE Community Profile Lanc Use anc Ownership As part of the development of this master plan, the East The East Bench community is approximately 5,379 acres Bench planning team completed a comprehensive Existing (8.4 square miles) in size. The predominant land uses are Conditions Report that provides a detailed study of the residential, parks, and open space, with approximately demographic,land use,transportation,utility,and natural 64% of the land in the area devoted to these uses. Similar conditions of the East Bench Community. The data in to the people in the East Bench, land use has remained the report will be used as a baseline for measuring the relatively unchanged in the last 30 years. implementation of this master plan. The following is a brief overview of the existing conditions in the East Bench. Approximately 43%of the land within the master plan area Other chapters in this plan provide details of existing is privately owned. The State of Utah owns a significant conditions that pertain to that chapter topic. amount of land within the community at 35%. The majority of State owned land is property devoted to the Democ raphics University of Utah, Research Park, and This is the Place Heritage Park. With the exception of Research Park, In regards to its population, the East Bench is considered State land is not regulated by local ordinances; however, a very stable community. There has been little change in development on State lands relies on Salt Lake City for the number of people, and the makeup of the people, over utility services, such as water and sewer. the last thirty years. Population trends show that people are "aging in place" in the East Bench and there will be a significant increase in the number of people over retirement age in the community in the next 10 years. East Bench At-A-Glance 20,674 Eesi-!ents (about 11 percent of city's population) -320 Net East Bench population change from 1990-2010 r Median age (30.9 citywide median) 14% Population 65 and over (18% of population is 55 and over in Salt Lake County) 8% Population that is non-white (25 percent of population is non-white citywide) 2.52 Average househr i size (2.44 citywide) G4% Population over 25 with a I_-achelor's degree or higher (37% citywide) $77,301 Median household inc. me in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars ($44,223 citywide) Owner-occupied housing (49.7% citywide) S urcc 2r1'.',Census Eurcau 1 0 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN • = INTRO & COMMUNITPROFILE Schools 30% PARKS, REC,OPEN SPACE 30% SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL The Salt Lake City School District operates six public 18% UNIVERSITY OF UTAH schools in the East Bench neighborhoods. 7% RESEARCH PARK Land Use 7% INSTITUTIONAL • Elementary Schools: Beacon Heights, Bonneville, Allocation 3% MULTI FAMILY RESIDENTIAL Indian Hills and Uintah. • TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL 1% COMMERCIAL • Middle Schools: Clayton and Hillside. • 1% OFFICE • High School: East High (split between the East 1% VACANT Bench and Central City Communities. .5% UTILITY In addition to the public schools, there are four private Parks, recreation, and open space lands make up a significant schools located in the East Bench: portion of the East Bench, • Carmen B.Pingree Center for Children with Autism; • Rowland Hall St. Mark's School; • Montessori Community School (preschool to 8th grade); and • J.E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School (preschool + to 8th grade). Ori The school age population has remained stable within the East Bench, but there have been some fluctuations in school enrollment numbers when comparing elementary schools. Bonneville has seen a 47% increase in students ' 41 between 2004 and 2012; however, the overall number of ide Ave elementary school students enrolled in schools located e ~ in the East Bench has only increased by 9% during that same time frame. 7,- W W O O O O M c1 700 South 1111 Federal b. I IIII State cill4131 s County ' - City Private dr�Py' skk Utility MIdy A large portion of East Bench land is owned by the State and Federal governments. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 11 —.- NITRO &,COMMUNITY PROFILE , . - �„� - ��.4. , i — Histohc and Cultural Resources . . - The East Bench contains a number of historic neighborhoods 1 and individual properties that are designated on the / A National Register of Historic Places and within the Salt . -•.1.. Lake City Local Historic Program. 'Mr _ . The National Register of Historic Places is a federal 7 -- WAWA* 4 program administered by the National Park Service and __ Utah's State Historic Preservation Office. The program -- - . TT The University of Utah Circle, or"President's Circle," is on the does not place restrictions on a property, but provides the National Register of Historic Places. opportunity for grants and tax credits if improvements comply with certain preservation guidelines. National Register districts and individually listed National Register Sites have been evaluated according to established national procedures and determined to be II! , ..a worthy of preservation for their historical architectural, ,, ", +� • • - archaeological, engineering or cultural significance. � �- 4 , 1 ti� t • The Salt Lake City Local Historic Program is administered n �� 'S ;1 0 `' ', through the Salt Lake City Zoning Ordinance. Areas 500 South 0 • , ,,'k' • known as Local Historic Districts or individual properties - I known as Landmark Sites are designated by the City Council for the purpose of preserving their architectural, Sunnyside Ave O historical or cultural significance. 2 PP Specific zoning rules apply to locally designated properties 0 B-.lam 5 cr;that regulate demolitions and alterations to the exterior of W W 1300 South the structures and property. o a - T 00 .1700 South �%- c- ii 1Im•E r:ill is]0 ION 0 1111:1 tot 16� ' _�--- 1111 Normandie Circle �_ � Upper Harvard Yale �`y1111 Harvard Park Y Princeton Park 1� • 0 Westmoreland Place _4 A f l`r_‘i rimm m t.]o mi q E--i 01,1 --a dry y4.� 1 Westmoreland e'LS � �Viili i A 2 Yalecrest day ,,I vak r 3 University of Utah Circle w,, . .0+ Fort Douglas •; 0 Pioneer Trails State Park © Brigham Young Farm House 1 0 Fort Douglas Officer's Circle 0 University of Utah Circle 0 George Albert Smith House Westmoreland Place is both a local and national Historic There are a variety of historic resources located in the East District. Bench. 1 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN :,► - y INTRO & COMMUNI ROFILE This page intentionally left blank. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 3 -\ COMMUNITY vso \• .44Poori" rd.ir �.oa. ttfi I ) w gr s a 1 ■ -.r Y Introduction Using Plan Salt Lake as the foundation, the East Bench Community vision is the collection of community values that describes how the East Bench should look, feel, and function in the future. The vision was developed by residents, business owners, visitors, and major institutions of the East Bench Community and provides a framework for developing policies that guide the future of the East Bench. \\ , .. ►. ' Noi \ \ *S t \s 1 COMMUNITY VISION — _4111.1M The Vision Stasle anc Unique \eichborhoocs ,, The East Bench Community is characterized by stable '' . residential neighborhoods with unique architectural styles and development patterns. East Bench residents • take pride in their neighborhoods for being safe and - - attractive, and view them as being one of the most valued 11;, r . ••••11N assets to the community. The East Bench Community recognizes that people make a neighborhood and the character of the neighborhoods should be a reflection of The homes in Westmoreland Place exemplify the unique the people that live there. New development and changes architectural characteristics of the East Bench neighborhoods. to existing development are sensitive to the defining features and character of the surrounding neighborhood. The Community offers a variety of housing sizes and types to accommodate residents in all stages of life. i' Vi Brant Commercial \odesc.�* East Bench residents and visitors are provided a variety of ~' shopping, entertainment and employment options that contribute to the livability of the East Bench Community 1. - and create a sense of place. Pockets of small neighborhood Neighborhood businesses and corridor commercial nodes businesses offer local services and goods to the surrounding vary in scale and provide local amenities and commercial options for the community. residential areas while maintaining compatibility and visual harmony. Higher density commercial,institutional, importance these facilities are to the State, but that they and regional developments are concentrated along major are also part of a local community. transportation corridors and are supported by efficient, multi-modal transportation infrastructure. The East Bench is home to renowned cultural attractions that provide opportunities for exploring the physical, artistic and historical resources of Utah's natural and physical environment.These facilities are a major defining Regionally Significant Destinations element of the community, the City, and the State of Regionally significant educational, research, medical, Utah. Changes to the cultural facilities are coordinated and employment centers are located in the East Bench. in an effort to create a Cultural District that is considered Due to their significant contribution to the economic a destination for all visitors to the region and a benefit to and educational vitality of the State, these facilities will local businesses and residents. continue to grow. Future growth is a coordinated effort between the City, the surrounding neighborhoods, and the facilities themselves that recognizes not only the 1 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY VISION Connectinc People to Places The East Bench transportation network is designed to l move people to employment centers; services; shopping, • _ k di entertainment and recreational opportunities;educational 1 1 facilities and each other. It is a multimodal system that is ,p'� �,� _�1,eicTrIa 41 safe,efficient,and contributes to the stability and livability "' of the East Bench community. Major corridors move �, • ,N7 : efficientlyto regional activitycenters andprovide :. ' . ► ' IsApr `'. people g t _ .";;; �'a'341 opportunities for development that are supported by major `2. -- 1Ai, ' ' �_ ,:.1_ s.• ,r ItiR k transportation corridors. The streets are designed for all �, • users and include elements that signify that the users are i` 1 Iiir in a neighborhood. Parks, Recreation & Open Space :.; A defining element of the East Bench is the abundance 4 :. _ i , .. of open space and recreational resources in and near the y. i if community.The adjacent foothills and the natural stream , , - corridors that bisect the community provide East Bench " residents and visitors opportunities to enjoy the City's C._ natural resources while also providing critical habitat for wildlife. An interconnected trail system provides opportunities for recreation,as well as providing additional Unlike other areas of the City where streams have been options for mobility within the community. diverted to underground pipes, stream corridors in the East bench are at-grade and provide unique opportunities for people to interact with the natural environment. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 7 COMMUNITY VISION EAST BENCH FUTURE LAND USE Neighborhoods The East Bench Neighborhoods are comprised of predominantly single-family homes and pockets of multifamily, commercial,recreation,and institutional uses that compliment the low-density residential neighborhood character.Future development fits into the unique architectural styles and development patterns that define individual neighborhoods; provides a diverse mix of housing choices for all stages of life and income ranges; and creates friendly, safe and welcoming neighborhoods that encourage interaction through all stages of life. Neighborhood Node Neighborhood nodes enhance the livability of the East Bench by providing housing,goods and services,and places for LEA social interaction,worship,and recreation.The neighborhood nodes are designed to serve the neighborhoods they are located in and are compatible in scale to the surrounding residential uses. Community Node Community Nodes create places that connect neighborhoods on both sides of major corridors.Uses should be focused on providing housing, retail, office, entertainment, and institutional services that serve the needs of the surrounding neighborhoods, as well as the adjacent communities.The Community Nodes are located along the major corridors. Regional Node The Regional Node is located along Parley's Way and Foothill Drive near Interstates 80 and 215.The node is a magnet Cl for commercial, office and multi-family developments that are designed to create an entryway to the City. Buildings J are three to four stories in height and respect the views of the mountains and valley. Large tracts of land in the Regional Node provide safe and well-defined auto, bicycle and pedestrian circulation that connects to the adjacent street network. Regional Activity Center rot The Regional Activity Center is a regional hub for education, research, employment and entertainment. Future uses fig•+ support this function and future growth is a coordinated effort between the City, the surrounding neighborhoods, and the activity center facilities that balances State and regional needs with the livability of adjacent neighborhoods. Parks, Recreation and Open Space Parks and recreation facilities provide a variety of year round and well maintained recreational opportunities for all East ,�, Bench residents. Riparian corridors and other open spaces provide opportunities to interact with nature, are natural trail corridors that connect the City's open space resources, and provide habitat for wildlife and native vegetation.The Wasatch foothills are considered the scenic backdrop of the City and are preserved for wildlife habitat and recreation. Major Corridors The Major Corridors serve as primary transportation corridors and provide multiple choices for moving people safely and efficiently; provide a sense of arrival and showcase the City's approach to transportation, land use and sustainability; and provide mix of housing and commercial opportunities that are designed at a human scale. Intersections along the corridors create active and safe nodes that connect neighborhoods. Neighborhood Scale Multi-Family Residential The Neighborhood Scale Multi-Family Residential areas are located where existing residential properties front onto Foothill Drive. Future redevelopment of the properties in the Neighborhood Scale Multi-Family Residential areas should H® be lower in density and height than in the community mixed-use areas due to their adjacency to the single-family homes just off of the corridor. Land uses that are appropriate in these areas include single and two-family residential, townhomes, and small scale apartments and condos. 1 8 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY VISION Future Land Use ' Neighborhoods Neighborhood Commercial Node Neighborhood Institutional Node IMwers;ty Community Node Hpu/llldl it Regional Node Regional Activity Center \. • - Parks,Recreation and Open Space ' UnIversity of Utah rivate Non-developable Land campus - - - r^, 5" ` _ Neighborhood Scale �' Corridor Residential SpJ�`2� a �. - Major Corridors ,- •esearch Park Parley's Pointe Annexation Area y.' Sunnysfde • Park SUNNYSIDE AVF Hog!• . Zoo 9110 B0,e _- ' Bonneville —� HA' ARD A�= Golf Course 'I • a....-Age .._ gm ...).n _ , , . ---1 ...12y) T "i. ). 1;. ..E. in IrgurimIMI ' 14 ,l - - iy I 1 i East Bench I I ( I' I Preserve ` • v 1 • East i Benc t4 v ' ! ` t EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 9 ".\4:erliT• 4 NeVA% efl ar5CS i* N\ 440a3 (LArbP tAt ,yrrorl =1 t- u - k r sAsiii , ,ige#A,.,451 ' ,. 1 ,4 _ e___, _ 1 Lai tv`4.10.6\ )-40( , , . 1 2:A itt i � �.l 0 yxc� ,,,,,(1 ii):'#)t .sr ' OPPORTUNITIES .1 !' ', i / i a 4 r. 14I ` %1 ? so 1 r IIMMENO— f t i % 03 Introduction Throughout the master plan visioning process, members of the East Bench Community identified what they liked about their community. These elements were used as the cornerstone for building the East Bench Community Vision. Members of the community also listed a number of challenges facing their neighborhoods. In some instances, the challenges are based on differing opinions or values. In other instances, they are actual physical constraints to meeting the future needs of the community. The following pages provide a summary of the opportunities and challenges in the East Bench. The intent of the principles and initiatives of the East Bench Master Plan is to capitalize on the existing opportunities while developing solutions to challenges in an effort to meet the East Bench Community vision. 1 - . .."\ 1t1 Is -.- _ %=o OPPORTUNITIES and CHALLENGES Opnnrt!!U 'ties The following opportunities have been identified by the East Bench Community. These opportunities should be embraced as critical elements in achieving the East Bench vision. Stable and Interactive \eichsorhoocs , , , Much of the East Bench is comprised of well established •=;r residential neighborhoods. The safe, friendly, andAv ~. r < welcoming neighborhoods encourage interaction and foster L I - — a distinct sense of place with a "small town" feel within �I the context of the larger city. 3usiness Districts The existing business nodes within the East Bench • • contribute to the livability of the community. They are each unique and range from small and intimate,such as the 15th& 15th Neighborhood Business District to those with larger service areas, such as the commercial nodes located along Foothill Drive. These commercial areas provide easily accessible dining and shopping opportunities, as well as neighborhood gathering places. City and Recional Connectivity The East Bench is comprised of a well defined street grid that connects the community to the larger regional — - • _' """ ' transportation network. Foothill Drive and Parley's Way _ / . , provide direct access to the I-80 and I-215 corridors , '_-- _ connecting the East Bench to the region,while Sunnyside Avenue, 1300 East, and 500 South connect major activity areas of the East Bench to the City. This street network provides opportunities for additional transportation options. 2 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES Gateway Corridors Foothill Drive and Parley's Way are major corridors that ,- • `'+ 4•; 4.4.. .,,,.:provide the first glimpse of the City from I-80 and I-215. ram • As such, these streets provide an opportunity to showcase 1' J the City's approach to creating a livable community. ' ..r . I ' #: - Recionally Sicnificant Destinations The East Bench is home to the University of Utah, , Research Park, Veteran's Administration Hospital, and numerous cultural and entertainment destinations.These Irr- =4_,14P, facilities provide employment,learning and entertainment -- -�4' - iiir opportunities for not only East Bench residents, but for • people all over the region. The proximity to one another creates a regional node. Foothills and Stream Corridors • The location of the East Bench offers exceptional open . space access that is not readily available in other areas of the city. There are several access points to the trail systems where residents can hike, run, and bike. Both Red Butte Creek and Emigration Creek flow through the area creating both recreation opportunities and habitat for native vegetation and wildlife. 44111.1.1 Economic Prosserity The economic prosperity within the area, as illustrated i by higher household incomes and percentages of home . Jr. , i L ownership, benefits the entire community. High income VI - levels contribute to continued private investment into the community in various ways ranging from purchases of •' goods in local businesses and property improvements. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 2 3 OPPORTUNITIES and CHALLENGES .;hall( The following challenges have been identified by the East Bench Community. The main goal of the East Bench Plan is to address these challenges in an effort to achieve the community vision. MVaintaininc Neichborhood Character . There is a strong desire among East Bench residents — T— M to preserve the defining features of their unique neighborhoods.The challenge comes in balancing private 1 property rights and allowing the community to grow,while I '�� 1 !_ preserving the things that make the neighborhood special. �„ ■w•■ iN IRO .J� Veetinc the \eeds of Future 114 Generations • ; The East Bench is characterized by its mature, stable • neighborhoods. While this is an asset, it also creates s 1 4 �, I challenges due to limited opportunities for new growth.An aging population,and the young families who are replacing this population,are looking for additional housing,service and recreational opportunities within their community. The limited redevelopment potential in the East Bench will require creative solutions to meet these needs. 2 4 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES Limitec Transportation Choices The history of infrastructure improvements along major streets within the East Bench has been focused mainly on the movement of the automobile. Also, the predominant - It. low-density residential land use pattern does not generally I •_ - represent an environment of high transit ridership. These ' ice __ characteristics have contributed to a lack of transportation options in the East Bench. The lack of options is evident in the travel characteristics of the East Bench working population where 86% of the working commuters travel by automobile. Commercial Impacts on Resicential Property Although appropriate commercial development generally provides positive benefits to surrounding residential IIIIIP .... 00. —� neighborhoods, there can be negative impacts as well. Neighbors who live close to businesses often list noise, -_....... light and parking as negative impacts. Growth of Recional Destinations The regional destinations within the East Bench are /` 9• , growing and will continue to grow. While this growth is _ _ a positive contribution to the region, it can put a strain . y . '- ' -;, �lr-- on existing resources within the community. Creative ' r' �= solutions are needed to accommodate the housing,service and transportation needs related to the growth of these • 4-�% e f `.' facilities and impacts to the surrounding neighborhoods. ;` .?' f„• ` L, _ _``< EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 2 5 OPPORTUNITIES and CHALLENGES Impacts of Major Streets The proximity of major corridors to single-family residential neighborhoods presents significant challenges. The major streets,such as Foothill Drive and Parley's Way are designed to move automobiles, which can negatively impact the - 9 neighborhoods they bisect. Development along the major , A• _ r corridors are auto-oriented,with parking close to the street, _ `'r� A . buildings set back far from the sidewalk and land uses that __- support the automobile. It is difficult for pedestrians to r cross major streets except at signalized intersections,which c may be up to a half mile away. There are few bike lanes that connect neighborhoods to commercial and recreation _ ' areas. 3alancinc Access and Preservation of Public Lancs -IIASATD4 HOLLOW NATURAL' AR£A 1 --- Protection of natural habitats and resources can conflict MIr C OY:IMO/•A LAC Ay1W W CA OWN ad MCI MOW _; with objectives to provide greater access to natural areas. �.» As more and more people utilize the open spaces within --x. . ., the East Bench, balancing public access and recreation - _ with protection of natural habitat and resources will be an ongoing challenge. • 2 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES Focus Areas Utilize existing opportunities and overcome challenges in order to achieve the vision of the East Bench Community. The East Bench Community Vision is a framework for • Regional Activity Centers; what the community will look like in the future. In some • Connecting People to Places; and cases, the East Bench will appear as it does today with minimal change. In other cases, change is encouraged • Parks, Recreation, and Open Space. to meet the future needs of the East Bench Community. Each of the following chapters are devoted to discussing There are five specific areas of focus described in this plan. these focus areas. Each focus area has a list of Guiding The goal of each of these focus areas is to utilize existing Principles, which are overarching, high level guidelines opportunities and overcome challenges in order to achieve for future decision making.The Moving Forward section the vision of the East Bench Community.The focus areas of each focus area chapter contains concepts, ideas, and are the following: strategies that have been developed according to the overall guiding principles.These should be used to develop specific • Neighborhoods; implementation tools, such as ordinances, policies, and • Major Corridors; programs. C - _I J=pY JJ 0) FOR C O R,q��O � 0,0N q�O • Icr. ..5.1011aLa11 NATU RAL •-0 _ i, r_. z ke `,4. pEOP p��yr- - z „ D 01 , co EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 2 7 v, , r— ,, • '‘IL as' N!r 11 / i-' -`: di 0 i ,),---- :1*. ' 410 )". ' ''' ,1., 4 ii ,.0 :. . , .. •••---.._, .r,.-.. ....., ,,f i ,,.., / 4 . i• a/ I r• ,Iw 4 __ .41, \ ., 0,,,,„Wrilli 0.vmairo.r. .., • r CREATING AND PRESERVING ttrii \ 1 • C 0 11 ). . .. 0 0 Th is f6, iAka —. ._ . _ L iv: ..1._ , „pits, .0 lit- ii 0.0... i - •e . I_ . 2 8 1 AST BENC A ER P AN -- • saw Tr Introduction Neighborhoods are geographically distinct areas that fit within a larger city. Primary functions of a strong neighborhood should include housing, shopping, services, and recreation. They provide a foundation for social interaction and a sense of community where people look out and care for each other. Neighborhoods should be a place where individuals have face .� to face interactions and work together to develop solutions that will work for the neighborhood as a whole. Neighborhoods are fundamental to our quality of life in Salt Lake City. There is a strong desire among East Bench residents to preserve the defining • features and identity of their neighborhoods, which has not come without controversy. In some cases it has resulted in changes to the zoning code, and the establishment of national and local historic districts. In other cases it has caused tension and debate within the neighborhoods without resulting in a final outcome. The purpose of this chapter is not to choose one individual's values over another, but to outline a common foundation for residents to work together to find out what is best for their neighborhood. •464 yam- `- - = EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 2 9 NEIGHEOi HOODS _ GUIDING PRINCIPLES ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Neighborhood Compatibility Development and infrastructure improvements complement the unique architectural styles and development patterns that define individual neighborhoods. Social Interaction Development and infrastructure improvements create friendly, safe, and welcoming neighborhoods that encourage interaction through all stages of life"'. li Housing Choices Provide a diverse mix of housing choices for all stages of life and income ranges. Activity Nodes Neighborhood activity nodes enhance the livability of the community by providing goods and services, and places for social interaction, worship, and recreation. They are designed to be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and create a sense of place. City Planning Context in place. • Promote energy efficient housing and rehabilitation The concept of creating, strengthening and preserving of existing housing stock. neighborhoods is a priority for Salt Lake City and is documented in several citywide plans.The following plans In addition to planning for the needs of the people that provide overall guidance for this chapter. currently live, work, and play within the East Bench Community, the East Bench Master Plan must also Plan Salt Lake consider the principles and initiatives established in Plan Salt Lake to ensure that we are planning for future Plan Salt Lake emphasizes the important role strong and vibrant neighborhoods have on the future of Salt Lake generations. City. The plan provides guidance on how neighborhoods Community H o u s i n c Plan are the basic foundation for providing housing, services and the opportunity for social interaction through the The Salt Lake City Community Housing Plan represents following initiatives: a vision to create a wide variety of housing options in the City that support neighborhood vitality. It is • Maintain neighborhood stability and character designed to provide a framework of housing policies and • Support neighborhood identity and diversity implementation strategies that cover a wide spectrum of • Incorporate artistic elements and support cultural housing opportunities for all income levels. The Plan is a events on a neighborhood scale to reinforce guide for the development of new housing opportunities neighborhood character and identity. while preserving existing housing stock. The Plan also • Provide opportunities for and promotion of social addresses issues relating to the types of desired housing in interaction the City, and is a comprehensive plan based on housing • Improve usefulness of public rights of way as usable policy statements adopted by the Salt Lake City Council public space. and implementation strategies designed by the City's • Ensure access to affordable housing. Division of Housing and Neighborhood Development. • Encourage housing options that accommodate aging 3 0 1 EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN f • NEIGH-07 F IOODS -Zak— It is the intention of the East Bench Master Plan to Existing Conditions recognize and support the implementation of the Salt The East Bench Community is known for its desirable Lake City Community Housing Plan. The policies and the goals of the East Bench Plan are designed to work in residential neighborhoods and high quality housing. Some tandem with the policies and implementation strategies of the highest valued homes in the Salt Lake Valley are of the Salt Lake Community Housing Plan; in short, the located in this Community. The preponderance of well East Bench Master Plan incorporates the Salt Lake City maintained housing, traditional neighborhood designs, localized amenities, and the absence of vacant property Community Housing Plan by reference. are indicative of the stable nature of the East Bench Community Preservation Plan neighborhoods. Salt Lake City adopted a Community Preservation Plan In general, the residential land use areas of the East Bench on October 23rd, 2012. The purpose of the plan is to are comprised of: guide preservation activity and determine the appropriate • Predominantly single-family households; role for historic preservation and community character • Stable,safe,quiet,friendly residential neighborhoods; preservation policies in Salt Lake City. The plan defines • Diverse residential architectural styles and the specific goals of both Historic Preservation and neighborhood development patterns; Community Character Preservation as follows: • Pockets of multifamily development (duplexes, Historic Preservation: Preserve those areas that townhomes, condominiums, apartments); and, uniquely tell the history of the development of Salt • Neighborhoods within walking distance or a short Lake City, the region, state or nation and on the basis drive to amenities. of promoting the public interest,allow for regulation of Toward the west, East Bench neighborhoods contain a exterior alterations in an effort to preserve the historic more traditional mix of smaller lots with neighborhood sites and structures for current and future generations scale amenities.Approaching Foothill and to the southeast, lot sizes and the scale of commercial centers get larger. Community Character Preservation: Provide some assurance that the important physical characteristics of a neighborhood, as identified by the current Or. ' Sunnyside Ave j►,�. _ M►-- - property owners,will be preserved which in turn can �-�� -;lmv! helpstabilize the neighborhood. The first zoningtool poi`�%Lim Emo aimed at preserving community character occurred in 63 magi--R � the East Bench and was the adoption of the Yalecrest ==1��1" Compatible Infill Overlay Zone. miims..amres. o The Preservation Plan provides one specific recommendation smimmilm'1700 South o1.1 that relates to a geographic area within the East Bench 1:14-.yi.»MI►_It•101:11ia1t•1i1•1,114:MAI r, Community. The plan identifies the Yalecrest National 1.1880 1920 Early 190os w 1.11921 -1941 Early to Mid 1900s o Historic District as a high priority area for stronger 1942-1960 Mid 1900s N 1961 -2011 Late 1900s to present protections to control demolitions and teardowns. e, fey, day 'iin 1 Approximately one-third of East Bench neighborhoods developed prior to World War II. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN 31 NEIGHBORHOODS ,f _ _ • This pattern coincides with the era homes were built and identified, the respective neighborhood organization reflects changes in zoning regulations, market demand boundary reference helps to geographically locate unique and personal preferences. qualities and distinctions for neighborhoods around the East Bench. The East Bench Community is generally comprised of seven neighborhoods that are identified by their \eichborhoods neighborhood organization boundaries. While there is no hard line for of where the neighborhoods should be The Yalecrest neighborhood contains some of the oldest residential development in the East Bench Community EXCELLENT 2.0% o FAIR/OTHER 2.8% o and exhibits a variety of period revival architectural styles �0 51%AVERAGE VERY GOOD 6.2% — dating back to the first few decades of the 20th Century. The entirety of the neighborhood is designated as the GOOD 37.2°/0 0— del° Yalecrest National Historic District in addition to local historic districts within the neighborhood. Streets in this neighborhood are generally lined with large mature street trees and the homes have similar setbacks and scales. The Most properties in the East Bench are in average or good 13th and 17th neighborhood commercial node and Uintah condition overall according to the Salt Lake County Assessor's Elementary are major activity centers in the neighborhood. Office (2014). iNi Sunnyside Ave _A.. ........041 A MI Y■Mti,-unnysida _a:.t Id yts, ...„01.0 ii mon (,)EA' vb..., ail If iji w 1300 South w INI44 T mom—. T ^_Fo) ....k71.21aics iifilizi • —is 'g NM data I iit" =1....1.:0?-e574- : - ... ..�. - IN IIMM 11� 1700 I uth 1'!�MI'M 1101/4 Oar F AIM -cii li CZ w 0 o �i...Dr;Vn ‘ ILN ri.igrlt:. Ito 111y� i /0Ls 4 L. The East Bench is generally comprised of seven neighborhoods that are identified by their neighborhood organization boundaries. 3 2 1 EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN 4 _ • NEIGH 7071 iOODS The Yalecrest neighborhood is also home to Miller Park, a Hollow neighborhood are mostly laid out in a grid pattern bird refuge and nature park located along the Red Butte with some variation due to natural topographic features. Creek corridor. These features include the Emigration Creek corridor and Wasatch Hollow nature area that run through the f ( V��� '�`,_ �!1 if eastern side of the neighborhood with Wasatch Hollow F =, park at the southern terminus of the nature area. Clayton ! W Middle School is located alon the eastern edge of the g g �'1 - � ,• neighborhood. •'t. , tit 1►lf The Foothill/Sunnyside neighborhood is predominantly kouits'° '�' d ,� 1 • single-family residential with some multi-family housing "' along the Foothill corridor. The earliest developed areas r — _ .2 i of the neighborhood follow a grid street pattern but more �- ,L.- recently developed portions of the neighborhood follow a curving street pattern. Street trees line most of the park strips within the neighborhood and homes generally have The Yalecrest neighborhood exhibits a variety of period revival similar setbacks. Activity centers include the Anderson- architectural styles dating back to the early 20th Century. Foothill Library, Bonneville Elementary,and the northern The Wasatch Hollow neighborhood is a predominately portion of the 13th and 21st commercial node. single-family residential neighborhood but also contains The Bonneville Hills neighborhood is a predominantly the 15th and 15th commercial node. The Westmoreland single-family residential neighborhood in the closest Place local and national historic district is located in proximity to the Foothill Village commercial center,which the northern portion of the neighborhood and has a is the most intense community activity node in the East significant collection of architectural styles dating from Bench Community. The streetscapes are similar to the the 1920's to the 1950's. Homes in the neighborhood have older neighborhoods in the East Bench, with uniform generally uniform setbacks and many streets are shaded home setbacks from the street and extensive street trees. by significant tree canopies. The streets in the Wasatch M r r • ^V,-t ' >? �' i y .. .lyf ej F r,- *', - .� • J ' • f. iitb A; ,r _ Ate_ , _ ; ... cw The Wasatch Hollow neighborhood includes the local historic The Bonneville Hills neighborhood consists of predominantly district Westmoreland Place, which is characterized by single-family homes that were built during the middle of the bungalow and period revival cottage styles. 20th Century. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 3 3 NEIGHBORHOODS -4111101t-_ _ • The streets themselves are generally aligned in a rectangular well as Montessori Community and J.E. Cosgriff private street grid.The Foothill Village shopping center functions schools. as a semi-regional shopping center and a neighborhood amenity. The majority of the 13th and 21st commercial The Sunnyside East neighborhood is predominantly large lot single-family homes built on and around Bonneville node is also located in this neighborhood. Golf Course and Hogle Zoo. Early portions of the The East Bench neighborhood is the largest neighborhood neighborhood developed on a grid pattern, while later in the East Bench community. Development is relatively portions of the neighborhood developed on a curved street young in age compared to the neighborhoods to the west pattern that includes cul-de-sacs. Homes occupy only and there is more of a suburban development pattern with 34%of the total neighborhood area due to the expanse of larger lots and homes, curving streets and an abundance land occupied by the Bonneville Golf Course and Hogle of cul-de-sacs.The suburban street pattern is generally due Zoo, both of which are major regional activity centers.A to the steepness of the neighborhood as a result of being tennis club and community baseball fields are also located located on the slope of the foothills.The East Bench enjoys within Sunnyside East neighborhood. The neighborhood views of the city and high home values. is bisected by Emigration Creek,which runs through the zoo and golf course. i r r- � h � • •r �' s • C� _ S `_1111 • . • E _ The East Bench neighborhood includes a variety of architectural styles. The southern triangular area west of Foothill and south of 1700 South is considered part of the Sugar House The majority of the East Bench community is typified by low scale single-family residential development. The northeast Neighborhood Organization; however, at the more finite corner of the East Bench neighborhood is unique in having a neighborhood level,this is considered the Beacon Heights number of taller apartment and condo buildings. neighborhood. The Beacon Heights neighborhood is bordered by both Foothill Drive and Parley's Way, which contain a variety of commercial and multi-family residential uses. Like most East Bench neighborhoods, the streets are lined with street trees and homes typically have uniform setbacks. Hillside Middle and Beacon Heights Elementary public schools are located within the neighborhood, as 3 4 EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN .. 4 AltiL_— _ NEIGH-07,HOODS N e i c h b o r h o o c Preservation an c More recently, additional local preservation overlays have Conservation Efforts been added within the Yalecrest National Historic District and other applications for this designation are in process. Many areas of the East Bench Community are considered Other attempts to create neighborhood conservation significant historic and cultural resources. This is evident type zoning districts have been unsuccessful due to by the number of properties located within a National and/ differences in community values related to compatible or local Historic District,listed on the National Register of infill development. Historic Sites or adopted as a Salt Lake City Landmark site. Communities within the East Bench are encouraged to In addition to national and local historic preservation continue the dialogue regarding community preservation. programs, Salt Lake City has developed zoning tools that If the values of people in certain areas coincide,new overlay are aimed at preserving the character of a neighborhood.The zones can emerge. Several tools and ordinances now exist first zoning tool occurred in the East Bench Community that may assist communities in fulfilling their desires to and is known as the Yalecrest Compatible Infill (YCI) create such zones. Overlay Zone. This tool established specific residential development standards to encourage compatibility between new construction,additions,or alterations and the existing character and scale of the surrounding neighborhood. lCw . : • .y . - r. _ V • , _ _ ' ' =��_ A - -• - a.l - II -4.r \, J `Ot 1 • 444.4111. - r t j....:1f, ivr, - ►� y The neighbors in Westmoreland Place, located in the Wasatch Hollow neighborhood of the East Bench, came together to establish a Local Historic District to preserve their neighborhood's unique historic character. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 3 5 NEIGHBOR HOODS 9 • Neic h sorhooc Activity \oc es maintained in several areas of the community. The East Bench area has four distinct neighborhood business Strong communities are not simply a function of homes in districts or nodes: 1500 South & 1500 East, 1300 South geographic isolation.A vibrant neighborhood includes areas & 1700 East, 1300 South & 2100 East, and 1700 East connected to where we learn, worship, shop, eat, obtain and 1700 South. These business districts offer food, services, recreate and interact with our neighbors. Often shopping, and services to nearby residences and function times these uses are mixed and integrated or separated by as gathering places for social interaction. They also offer scale and intensity into the fabric of a community. These opportunities for locally owned business and employment. areas are referred to as Activity Nodes. These districts should be embraced and strengthened as Neighborhood Activity Nodes generally attract people from part of the neighborhood fabric and looked at as an integral within the neighborhood in which they are located.These component of a neighborhood's identity. areas contain coffee shops and neighborhood grocers, as In well established communities such as the East Bench, well as libraries,schools,parks and churches.Neighborhood it is important to identify activity nodes that support the activity nodes may contain businesses that attract people community's local needs and where people congregate in from outside of the immediate neighborhood; however, their day to day lives. This helps to identify and support these businesses are generally small in size and scaled for future infrastructure improvements that increase mobility neighborhood patronage.These uses are primarily located options and safety.Improvements to activity nodes can also along collector streets within neighborhoods. play a major role in creating and supporting neighborhood The traditional integration of small neighborhood business identity. districts within single-family neighborhoods has been Sunnyside Ave I 3• r V W W W w O O O O O O O O • T T T 1 1300 South r Cl) w 0 w• 1700 Southc\J co O �►14C .I T7.1.CT7 DM,Coil 11I CI►C7 7 '-111 • • Business • Institutional • • Recreational SI dy Neighborhood Activity Nodes are located throughout the East Bench. 3 6 EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN • • NEIGH-'O7 F iOODS This page intentionally left blank. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN 3 7 .- NEIGHBORHOODS I �� _ -_ MOVING FORWARD > > > ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, The following are the guiding principles and associated initiatives that are intended to help guide the East Bench Community into the future. The initiatives include general policies, as well as specific strategies and goals. Applicable Plan Salt Lake policies are also included that help inform these guiding principles and initiatives. GUIDING PRINCIPLE N-01 . ■ = • i ■ III • II 611 ' 1 Development and infrastructure improvements complement the unique architectural styles and development patterns that define individual neighborhoods. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Neighborhoods • Maintain neighborhood stability and character. .'-.ter- • Support neighborhood identity and diversity. l INITIATIVE N-1 ,1 Preserve and Enhance Neighborhood Identity The well defined neighborhoods of the East Bench should explore ways to recognize the individual neighborhoods, be preserved. The character of the neighborhoods,defined such as distinctive signage. by the streets, park strips, the types of homes and the character of each individual property establishes the -'+ N , c"Tr it,..:, identity and make them desirable places to live. The City should work with residents,property owners and business • .4 _!. ~�"�, owners to consider which tools are the most appropriate to f, . -�•�w/�' • / , I •accomplish this. Tools may include establishing National Ali._ , ,� �_. • - -- Ain - Historic Districts, Local Historic Districts, Character +, .- LIMN'�* ;::'• — Conservation Districts or changes to the base zoning i ;'r .ls.i. districts. When considering changes to neighborhoods, -- t the use,building scale, and character features of the street, �•+- - - . . - . ' di •blocks, and individual properties should be considered. _ " ' - Very few changes should occur in terms of these - ---- neighborhood features. Changes that are not consistent = These homes are located in a Local Historic District, or compatible with the existing neighborhoods should be which includes compatibility standards that help maintain rejected. In addition, the City and neighborhoods should neighborhood character. 3 8 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN ma \ffmissw _ • NEIGH=O f iOODS INITIATIVE N-1 ,2 INITIATIVE N-1 .4 Conduct Historic Resource Neighborhood Conservation Surveys Districts National Register historic districts provide property owners Neighborhood Conservation Districts should be created a significant financial incentive to improve their homes where the purpose is to stabilize a neighborhood or preserve according to State and Federal preservation guidelines. specific character elements of a neighborhood. These The program does not place restrictions on a property. districts differ from Local Historic Preservation Districts The creation of these districts should be supported by in that specific character defining elements are determined the City when requested by the neighborhood. The City, by the neighborhood. Zoning regulations are created to in partnership with the neighborhoods, should conduct preserve those elements and require those elements in new historic resource surveys in neighborhoods, or sections of construction. The City should work with neighborhoods neighborhoods, where the age of development is at least on developing a Neighborhood Conservation District 50 years old to determine which neighborhoods might be where preservation districts may not be warranted and eligible to be listed as National Historic Districts. where the property owners support such designation. INITIATIVE N-1 ,3 Neighborhood Supported Local Historic Districts Local Historic Preservation Districts are administered by the City and place specific controls over exterior alterations, new construction and demolitions of structures located within the district. Local designation of historic resources should occur where the primary purpose is to protect historic resources for the public interest and the focus should be on areas where National Historic Districts have already been created.The City should provide educational tools related to Local Historic Districts so that property owners can make informed decisions on the future of their neighborhoods.The City should also support the creation of small preservation districts that are proposed by the property owners and meet the criteria for local historic district adoption. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 3 9 NEIGHBORHOODS -11110k— GUIDING PRINCIPLE N-02 • i • 1 Social Development and infrastructure improvements create friendly, safe, and welcoming neighborhoods that encourage interaction through all stages of life. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Neighborhoods • Support neighborhood identity and diversity. • Incorporate artistic elements and support cultural events on a neighborhood scale to reinforce neighborhood character and identity. • Provide opportunities for and promotion of social interaction. • Improve usefulness of public rights of way as usable public space. Transportation and Mobility • Incorporate pedestrian oriented elements, including street trees, pedestrian scale lighting, signage, and embedded art into our rights of way and transportation networks. Beautiful City • Use art to create and reinforce a sense of place, including embedded art in infrastructure of all sizes. • Reinforce and preserve neighborhood and district character and a strong sense of place. INITIATIVE N-2.1 Social Infrastructure The public realm is defined not just as the sidewalk and r - tie ' _ street,but as the area from building front to building front. t This is the area where social interaction occurs on a daily1111 basis. Design elements should be integrated into the public r i ! •`' , M1 realm especially at activity nodes to encourage and provide - A f 41 space for social interaction. Design elements might include 4'1 it seating areas, plazas and landscaping. The city should pursue amendments to zoning at activity nodes to promote ' �" ! `' `�� these elements. Changes to the street,sidewalks,and park m strips should begin with a strong public outreach effort. The development at this business node includes places for outdoor seating and social interaction. 4 0 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN .Z.L._ NEIGHBORHOOI INITIATIVE N-2.2 Neighborhood Festivals Neighborhood organizations are in a unique position to , help implement master plan goals and policies. Salt Lake ii City has a history of supporting neighborhood festivals, `' , street fairs and other events that reinforce neighborhood • - r. identity, bring neighbors together for social interaction, - - and help implement other strategies stated in the East +—► — ..+d' Bench Master Plan. Some examples of these types of " �" .,� events include crosswalk painting parties, business node e , r y �' . „lie festivals,a local"parade of homes",riparian corridor nature walks, etc. The City should make it easy for residents to . -- ---i - * .' organize and hold these types of neighborhood events by 11 ' i simplifying the permit process for these events. n - Neighborhood festivals help reinforce neighborhood identity and bring neighbors together for social interaction. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 41 NEIGHBORHOODS Q _ GUIDING PRINCIPLE N-03 Provide a diverse mix of housing choices for all stages of life and income ranges. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Housing • Ensure access to affordable housing. • Increase the number of medium density housing types and options. • Encourage housing options that accommodate aging in place. • Direct new growth towards areas with existing infrastructure and services that have the potential to be people oriented. • Encourage housing options that accommodate aging in place. • Enable moderate density increases within existing neighborhoods where appropriate. Growth • Locate new development in areas with existing infrastructure and amenities, such as transit and transportation corridors. • Promote infill and redevelopment of underutilized land. • Accommodate and promote an increase in City's population. INITIATIVE N-3.1 No Net Loss in Housing Future development should not result in a loss of existing housing units. With the exception of some apartments and condominiums located along Parley's Way, Foothill Drive, and at the mouth of Emigration Canyon, housing in the East Bench is predominantly single-family in nature. Reviews of all redevelopment projects in the East Bench Community should adhere to a no net loss in housing policy. Projects should not result in a loss in existing housing units unless the project is fulfilling another community need as supported by this plan and other City adopted plans. Future development should not result in the loss of existing housing units. 4 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN • NEIGHBORHOODS -411 INITIATIVE N-3.2 Housing Affordability, Access, and Choices Housing in the East Bench should adhere to Plan Salt Lake and the Salt Lake City Housing Plan and emphasize _ . the need for all communities to share in providing more housing to meet the needs of future generations.Additional _ housing choices will allow East Bench residents to continue - I to comfortably live within the community they have resided ` !rim in for many years,rather than having to move away as they �►, 1 R` 1 ' � age. Balancing the need for additional housing options, IA "r. while preserving existing conditions can be challenging. In an effort to preserve the character of the stable East - _ Bench neighborhoods while allowing for additional housing choices,higher density housing should be focused Higher density housing should be focused along major along Foothill Drive and Parley's Way, both of which are transportation corridors in the community. major transportation corridors that can support future transportation options.Additional lower density housing choices,such as allowing an additional dwelling unit in an existing single-family dwelling, should be allowed within neighborhoods that are supported by public transportation or near major transportation corridors. INITIATIVE N-3.3 Promote Reinvestment in Existing Housing Stock Another method to maintain housing affordability,access, and choice is to promote reinvestment in existing housing stock.There are a number of existing multi-family properties that are located in single-family residential zoning districts, thereby making the properties nonconforming from a zoning perspective. A nonconforming use status places restrictions on properties that prohibit reconstruction, expansion, and places limits on improvements that can be made before the housing units are lost. Rezoning existing multi-family properties to an appropriate zoning designation that permits the existing number of dwelling units would remove the nonconforming status of the property and allow greater flexibility in making improvements to the property. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 4 3 NEIGHBORHOODS if ~ GUIDING PRINCIPLE N-04 k • Neighborhood activity nodes enhance the livability of the community by providing goods and services, and places for social interaction, worship, and recreation.They are designed to be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and create a sense of place. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Neighborhoods • Encourage and support local businesses and neighborhood business districts. • Maintain neighborhood stability and character Transportation and Mobility • Incorporate pedestrian oriented elements, including street trees, pedestrian scale lighting, signage and embedded art into our rights of way and transportation networks. Beautiful City • Reinforce and preserve neighborhood and district character and a strong sense of place. Economy • Support neighborhood businesses INITIATIVE N-4.1 Consider Community Benefits business district. When the businesses come together when Analyzing Projects they collectively have more power to obtain funding for improvements to their district. The City should develop The most important feature of a neighborhood commercial economic development tools specifically aimed at helping node is that it is located within a residential neighborhood. neighborhood business districts thrive and create an Neighborhood commercial nodes provide services and identity for themselves. goods to nearby residents and also provide opportunities for small, locally owned businesses. Commercial uses within neighborhoods have the potential to negatively affect adjacent homes; however, the City should consider 4, not only the impacts to adjacent properties, but also the benefits to the entire community when analyzing projects or • within the neighborhood commercial nodes. r. INITIATIVE N-4.2 # ` Support Neighborhood + ! . r - Business Associations - • The City should encourage and facilitate the forming - of individual neighborhood business associations to -- - _ aid in programming, self-policing, and sustaining the The businesses at the 15th & 15th commercial node have formed the 15th & 15th Neighborhood Business District. 4 4 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN • NEIGHBORHOODS INITIATIVE N-4.3 Business Districts That Promote Neighborhood Identity Building features,such as height,placement and materials, . . • as well as street improvements,such as signage,landscaping, a lighting,paving materials,and pedestrian crossings activate ,�. ` I i the individual neighborhood business districts, create a , .y' I ' distinct identity, create a sense of place, and help create c3 1- MAY USC moor a more pleasant auto-pedestrian interface. They also 'i-' ww. 4AI:_ ; -� provide a visual cue to motorists that they are in an active ,''_ ' t ,,• • neighborhood and need to slow down and be alert. The r:.- y City should support and facilitate public improvements,art, Z and amenities that activate the individual neighborhood igwifiximolomm �e business districts, create a distinct identity, create a sense `i of place, and implement traffic calming measures. These The landscaping and pedestrian scale elements in front of this improvements should be designed to complement the business help create a sense of place and identity for the 15th surrounding neighborhood. & 15th business district. INITIATIVE N-4.4 Buffering, Building Design and Land Use Due to their close proximity to single-family homes, the • .•1 ;: , buildings in the neighborhood business districts should be scaled in a way to fit into the neighborhood and not overshadow it. In an effort to mitigate potential impacts ' ' . on adjacent homes, each district should be surrounded by - 1 a buffer area that incorporates landscaping, appropriate - 1 building setbacks, and fencing. Buildings should be situated closer to the front property lines to define the 4011' public realm, but provide some space for outdoor activities along the sidewalk. Land uses within the neighborhood commercial districts should be geared toward meeting -- the needs of the nearby residences. They should provide The landscaping next to the Foothill Shopping Center helps services that the neighborhood needs on a daily basis. buffer adjacent residential homes from the commercial activities on the site. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 4 5 NEIGHBORHOODS _ INITIATIVE N-4.5 INITIATIVE N-4.6 Parking Impacts in Zone the Neighborhood Neighborhoods Business Nodes Appropriately Due to the nature of some of the uses, such as restaurants At some of the neighborhood business nodes, the and retail stores, neighborhood businesses can bring in commercial zoning designations do not follow the people from outside of the community. The additional longstanding commercial district boundaries. While traffic coming into the neighborhoods can create impacts. this may seem like a way to control the expansion of This is a fact of life when living near successful business commercial uses into residential areas, it actually creates districts, near a major University and within a major city. nonconforming uses, which may result in disinvestment Parking can be a concern near some business districts due in the commercial district. The 1300 South & 1700 East to the lack of parking on smaller commercial properties and 1300 South &2100 East districts have longstanding and the success of a business. In areas where parking is commercial uses in residential zoning districts.The zoning a concern for the residents, a residential permit parking should be analyzed in these districts and the commercial program should be explored. uses should be zoned appropriately to encourage future investment in the neighborhood. 'R-1 7,000 CB CB R-1 ;7,e 5,000 AIL LI) CN CN T �3 130 - cc 300 @ -- 111L---r1-- —eB En CB 1 li CN CN , A cc______ iii R=-1/7;OOe 111 1 {1,-- - _7:. *PM R- 175-000 — • . ri i .kr .,n-• . Some of the properties ub:,s ..x businesses at the 1300 S A property used for business parking at .,„. ;;ode is actually and 2100 East business node are zoned for single-family zoned for single-family residential uses. The parking in this residential uses. situation is considered a "nonconforming use." 4 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN a. It -4E . _ NEIGH-07 I FOODS 7 INITIATIVE N-4.7 Evaluate Zoning at the 1300 1 T South & 2100 East Node ,. The 1300 South & 2100 East neighborhood commercial !Irl','Fl.. - - _I_ IC node should be evaluated in an effort to ensure that future -f - f redevelopment of the district respects the character of the surrounding residential neighborhoods,while capitalizing - on its location along and near higher traffic volume streets. The above photo is a view of the south-west corner of the Due to the districts' location near the Foothill corridor 1300 S & 2100 East node. and its proximity to the University of Utah, the zoning 1 - should allow for a residential and commercial mix of land _ uses. The scale of the buildings in the district should be _ 1 . compatible with the surrounding residential land uses, IN- ~II 'I although a slight building height increase at the 1300 A.,l4_ - South and 2100 East intersection should be considered in �`—�_--- _ . 4 . ' r an effort to provide a focal point for the node. - The above conceptual image represents one possible development scenario for this node. In this scenario, the building is placed closer to the street and includes outdoor dining to encourage pedestrian interaction. Additionally, the corner building is slightly higher than surrounding buildings to create a focal point for the district. The streetscape is also INITIATIVE N-4.8 improved with street trees and crosswalk treatments. Maintain Institutional Nodes for 110W :t - , < Community Institutional Assets 1 1 - .$tilt The institutional nodes generally include churches, - r .•JL schools, and libraries. Institutional uses are an important r , .• 1 4,f, 7 component of neighborhoods and help build and maintain ' . k,a _4' ..., a sense of community. Among the many benefits, they �'A . '� • :y ' -.. provide community gathering places and opportunities for - - "41- - • -»r> ' '• s socialization. At some point in the future some of these e', As uses may close. When such an institutional use closes - • 416-LIBER • the property should continue to be utilized for other -- community oriented functions, such as recreation, senior _ or community centers. ___._-------__ _ Senior centers can provide needed services, continuing education opportunities, and opportunities to socialize for an aging population. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 4 7 \, . L--:;:41- -,i 7------1 . I . .,. _ . • ____ , ,__ tv.,.. iid Pik. , . ...,,, ....N., ___.? _ ..: s . _ C , 11- 11 m A Iliiiii 0 R 1.1 r _ w 111 , _,,x_ •• . -el CORR DORS r ` •• . r. . lw #M f. . t 1 Itt v %i ,• I 4 8 I .FAST BENCH ►•.� f _:\ OF Introduction � • 'r .' Foothill Drive, Parley's Way, Sunnyside Avenue and 1300 East serve as thoroughfares into the City and are important pieces in the regional and citywide transportation network. These corridors provide the first glimpse of the City as people come to work, play or visit. As such, Foothill, Parley's, Sunnyside, and 1300 East are considered Gateways and should showcase the City's approach to: . • Connecting people to places; • • Placemaking; - • Maximizing investment in public infrastructure; and • High quality, people oriented, and mixed-use development that complements adjacent neighborhoods. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 4 9 MAJOR CORRIDORS I GUIDING PRINCIPLES Safe and Efficient Movement of People The major streets serve as primary transportation corridors and rovide mult_i.le choices for moving people safely and efficiently. • Entryway to the City r {•�` { • The major streets provide a sense of arrival and showcase the City's approach . {to • transportation, land use and sustainability. Connect NeighborhoodsV476 - - _ _. The major streets are not perceived as barriers between neighborhoods. Intersections create active and safe nodes that connect neighborhoods. People Oriented, Mixed-Use Development Development along Foothill Drive and Parley's Way provide a mix of housing and commercial choices. Development is people-oriented, built at a community level scale, compatible with adjacent neighborhoods, and maximizes the City's investment in public infrastructure. City Planning Context The major streets in the East Bench are considered gateways where much of the land area is occupied by stable and to the City and gateway streets have long been regarded unique residential neighborhoods, Foothill Drive and as important assets in City planning documents.The Salt Parley's Way provide an opportunity for growth based Lake City Urban Design Element adopted in 1990, on the Plan Salt Lake initiatives. provides the following description of a City gateway: The following Plan Salt Lake initiatives support focusing "Gateways refer to the entrances in and out of a city, future growth along these major corridors: but may also refer to the entrances into districts or neighborhoods. They are an important part of an area's ' Reducing consumption of natural resources and image because they provide visitors and residents with open space by locating development in areas with their first visual impression of the city. A gateway often existing infrastructure and amenities,such as transit frames a principal view, providing a point of identity and transportation corridors; from which the viewer begins to evaluate the form and ' Ensuring access to affordable housing and scale of an area." accommodate aging in place in all communities; • Encouraging transit oriented development; and In addition to creating a visual first impression,two of the • Creating a complete circulation network and major streets,Foothill Drive and Parley's Way,are the best ensure convenient equitable access to a variety of location to accommodate future residential, employment, transportation options and commercial growth according to the goals and policies established in Plan Salt Lake. Plan Salt Lake recognizes The Salt Lake City Transportation Master Plan categorizes streets into a functional classification system. that the City will continue to grow, but this growth must happen in a sustainable manner and not at the expense of Foothill Drive, Parley's Way,Sunnyside Avenue and 1300 East are all classified as arterial streets. According to the existing neighborhoods. In areas such as the East Bench, City Transportation Plan, arterial streets are designed to: 5 0 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN ONIMPor qi rV 1 1. .- -t '. �fi't a� A w.r • +_� IIM _ CO`t- 114 ti Facilitate through traffic movement over relatively long distances such as from one end of the city to the other 7 and from neighborhood to neighborhood. Arterials are I generally multi-lane streets carrying high traffic volumes 500 South at relatively high speed limits. These are commuter streets and typically offer controlled access to abutting property. / The Transportation Master Plan provides the following ...\ Sunnyside Ave specific direction regarding arterial streets: ,-----/- , Arterials are the major traffic carrying streets in the City. N In order to encourage commuter traffic to use arterial 2 0 0 streets rather than local and collector streets, the carrying r T capacity of arterials must be maintained. The grid system A �.,-.� of arterial streets will be maintained as much as possible, f '� while recognizing adjacent land use needs. The East Bench Master Plan supports the Salt Lake City Transportation Master Plan as the principle transportation e, %y, planning document for the City. Future improvements to 04 dy the East Bench transportation network should be consistent with the policies established in the Transportation Master Plan and any subsequent changes adopted by the City EV Council. Foothill Drive, Sunnyside, 1300 East, and Parley's Way are Existing Conditions classified as "arterials" and carry a significant amount of traffic into and out of the community everyday. They also serve as Foothill Drive "Gateways" into Salt Lake City and the East Bench. with a collection of single-family homes, duplexes, and Foothill Drive is a Utah Department of Transportation higher density apartments and condos in between. The highway.It is one of the main transportation corridors from existing single-family homes make up the majority of the the south to the East Bench Regional Activity Center. In land uses adjacent to the corridor. addition to operating as a thoroughfare, the street provides access to residential neighborhoods and commercial centers Foothill Drive's history as an auto-centric corridor is and is a critical connection to the Parley's Crossing bicycle evident through the lack of improvements to pedestrian and pedestrian bridge over I-80 and I-215. and bicycle infrastructure along the corridor.The sidewalks are in disrepair and in some cases there are abrupt grade Automobile congestion along Foothill Drive is time and changes that make walking difficult. Along various season dependent.At peak times and when the University sections of the corridor,Foothill is along the back property of Utah is in session,the roadway operates near its capacity. lines of properties that front adjacent streets. Sidewalk At other times, Foothill appears to be overbuilt, allowing maintenance, such as snow and vegetation removal can automobiles to travel at relatively high rates of speed. be difficult for these property owners. The nature of land uses along the Foothill Drive corridor consists of mixed commercial uses at street intersections EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 51 MAJOR CORRIDORS Regional Foothill Drive Planning Efforts Future Planning Efforts for Foothill Drive The importance of Foothill Drive as a regional transportation Foothill Drive's original design and function as an corridor is evident through various studies conducted by automobile thoroughfare has an impact on the East Bench the State of Utah and the Wasatch Front Regional Council, Community. Being a State owned street, the City has little the metropolitan transportation planning organization. control over the design and function of the right-of-way. Two of the more recent planning efforts are Wasatch The City and State should collaborate in future planning Choices for 2040 and the Foothill Drive Corridor Study. efforts and work to improve the efficiency of the street while also managing impacts and integrating the street Wasatch Choices for 2040 is a regional planning into the fabric of the community. In particular, strategies effort managed by the Wasatch Front Regional should be developed that focus on: Council and Envision Utah.The purpose of the process was to develop a vision for growth, transportation, • Efficiently moving people from outside of the City and preservation of open space along the Wasatch to the regional activity centers; Front. One of the key strategies in implementing the • Managing traffic congestion and secondary impacts, Wasatch Choices for 2040 vision is the concept of such as the amount and speed of cut-through traffic centering growth along major transportation corridors in adjacent residential neighborhoods; and within community centers located near transit. • Managing user conflicts between automobiles, Due to its significance as a regional transportation corridor, Foothill Drive was identified as a Boulevard pedestrians, and bicyclists; Community, which is defined as, "a linear center • Improving and maintaining active transportation coupled with a transit route. Unlike a Main Street, infrastructure; and a Boulevard Community may not necessarily have a • Improving connections between neighborhoods on commercial identity, but may vary between housing, both sides of the corridor. employment, and retail along any given stretch. Boulevard Communities create a positive sense of place Foothill Drive should also be targeted as an area that for adjacent neighborhoods by ensuring that walking can accommodate future growth based on the initiatives identified in Plan Salt Lake. The Foothill Drive corridor and bicycling are safe and comfortable even as traffic flow is maintained." should accommodate future growth with mixed-use development focused at the existing commercial and multi- The Foothill Drive Corridor Study was completed family nodes and low to medium residential in between in 2008 as a joint effort between the Wasatch Front those nodes. Future development located at the southern Regional Council,Utah Department of Transportation, entrance to Foothill should provide a positive visual first Utah Transit Authority, University of Utah and Salt impression of the City. Lake City. 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D .,•.?:. 4‘ 4,/•11..,,4_,..441•-c\,•<" ii.i.. .a-:• i.v*ir„ . .' .N;, -4‘4 4.1 (ix , . . „........ „.„.\ , ,, . • . _. \ , . . , . . ,,,.,'N ' -, '...&ea,; '' ' ' • ..- .4' ''' ' ' / i r- Foothill extends approximately three miles from the freeway offramp on the south to the University of Utah on the north. While the majority of the corridor is lined with single family residential properties, there are pockets of other uses along the corridor. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 5 3 MAJOR CORRIDORS Sunnysice Avenue outlines a number of improvements along Sunnyside to provide a safe and attractive travel experience along the Sunnyside Avenue provides access into the downtown area corridor.These improvements are discussed in the Moving from the East Bench and access to Emigration Canyon. Forward section of this chapter. Sunnyside becomes Emigration Canyon Road near the city limits and is the only direct access into Emigration Canyon from the city. Sunnyside Avenue is bisected by Foothill Drive, which creates somewhat of a dividing line on how the street functions. East of Foothill, Sunnyside Avenue provides access to major regional destinations, such as Research Park,This is the Place Heritage Park,and Hogle Zoo.West of Foothill Drive, the street not only provides primary access into and out of the East Bench, but also serves community level activity centers, such as Sunnyside Park, a church, and a school. Sunnyside Avenue provides access to residential homes located along the south side of both the east and west segments of the street. The land uses along the north side of Sunnyside Avenue are predominantly institutional and recreational in nature. The institutional uses consist of schools (both private and public), a church, University of Utah student housing, a post office, and a fire station.The recreational uses consist of a City park and This is the Place Heritage Park. Most of these are State owned facilities; therefore, the City has little control over their future use. With the exception of Hogle Zoo, Rotary Glen park, and facilities associated with East High, the land uses on the south side of Sunnyside Avenue are predominately low density residential. These land uses are stable and complement the adjacent neighborhoods and community as a whole;therefore,there are no planned land use changes. Sunnyside is a key component in connecting the City's open space resources.The Salt Lake City Open Space Plan identifies Sunnyside Avenue as part of the Transvalley Corridor. This corridor would provide a pedestrian and bicycle route from the foothills east of the City to the western portion of Salt Lake, and would connect several existing open space amenities. The Open Space Plan 5 4 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN ;L W 1� 1 MAJOR; COK'F-HIDOFS tll z� y y 1 '''. 22.10 E (,t O�OTH I LL) . `• r;a'• " b '` M a' ; ROTARY arr f h. it_ ig .o.y. 8 • GLEN • •_ ,•* . . 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Future Planning Efforts for 1300 East Due to the stable low-density residential nature of the 1300 East is generally lined with single-family residential properties along 1300 East, there are no planned land homes that face the street, providing a strong residential use changes along the corridor. Future planning should context. focus on maintaining the residential character along and adjacent to the corridor and maintaining the design of the street to respect the residential character. Parley's Way Parley's Way,extending southeasterly from 2100 South to the Foothill Drive/I-215/I-80 Interchange, is one of the main access routes into and out of the east Sugar House community. It is a wide roadway with minimal stop lights _ 4 until it turns into 2100 South at 2300 East. Adjacent �_ '� •', land uses include big box retail and other commercial • uses,offices, residential condominiums, and single-family homes.Like Foothill Drive,Parley's Way provides a critical connection to the Parley's Crossing bicycle and pedestrian bridge located over I-80 and I-215. A specific planning effort was conducted for Parley's Parley's Way functions as a main access route into and out Way as part of the East Bench Master Plan process. The of the east Sugar House community. Its wide, unconstrained effort resulted in the Parley's Way Corridor Plan, which travel lanes can result in high vehicle speeds, provides specific policies and initiatives for the corridor. The Parley's Way Corridor Plan is Appendix A of the East Bench Master Plan. 5 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN WNW �AJQ' •:If ^a• ..,r • »fir, This page intentionally left blank. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 5 7 MAJOR CORRIDORS j - _ MOVING FORWARD > > > The following are the guiding principles and associated initiatives that are intended to help guide the East Bench Community into the future. The initiatives include general policies, as well as specific strategies and goals. Applicable Plan Salt Lake policies are also included that help inform these guiding principles and initiatives. GUIDING PRINCIPLE MC-01 11 • 11 ► • • • • The major streets serve as primary transportation corridors and provide multiple choices for moving people safely and efficiently. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Transportation & Mobility • Create a complete circulation network and ensure convenient equitable access to a variety of transportation options. • Reduce automobile dependency and single occupancy vehicle trips. • Make walking and cycling viable, safe, and convenient transportation options in all areas of the City. • Collaborate with regional partners to relieve congestion and enhance rights-of-way for alternative modes of transportation. Air Quality • Increase mode-share for public transit, cycling, walking, and carpooling. INITIATIVE MC-1 .1 Implement Innovative Solutions to Moving Automobiles on Foothill Drive Work with partners to identify innovative solutions to moving vehicles safely and efficiently. Solutions need to address safety for all users, ensure access to businesses, r iir�' j cultural destinations and institutions, and reduce traffic impacts to residential neighborhoods. UDOT has listed - — - the street as a candidate for managed (reversible) lanes to better manage traffic during the morning and evening i - rush hour periods. This method could help to move autos and high occupancy vehicles into and out of the area with Traffic can backup during rush hour going toward the University less delay;however,all efforts need to be made to not turn in the morning and away from the University in the evening, Foothill Drive into a high speed freeway. 5 8 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN `-rr'' ►' • r �'{ .'.','.��'_• -� _ r — �. MAJOR CORHIDO"S - INITIATIVE MC-1 .2 Improve Access to Public s� �sideAve Transit along Foothill Drive Near term improvements include adding new bus routes, - increasing frequency, and providing bus service on the w 1300 So n 0 weekends and evenings. Longer term, Foothill should be o 0 studied for Bus Rapid Transit with dedicated lanes or rail transit that serves the southeastern communities in the 411700 South° valley and ties into the regional transit commuter network. In addition to regional service, local service should be 2100 South improved with a focus on stops at activity nodes and future east-west local circulation connections. In an effort to Local transit service to and from the East Bench should be improved with a focus on stops at activity nodes and future supplement local transit circulation, the City should work east-west local circulation connections. with the University of Utah to explore ways to expand its shuttle system onto Foothill Drive.Transit stops at activity nodes along Foothill should be an integral part of the public space and incorporate shelters,benches,lighting and ti other design elements that compliment the public space. \\411 INITIATIVE MC-1 .3 Improve Pedestrian and Bicycle Accommodations Improve bus stops with design elements, such as shelters and and Connections benches that improve rider safety and comfort. The existing bus stops along Foothill Drive are not conducive to safe entries onto buses and are generally not pedestrian friendly. Bus The City should work towards implementing the stops with existing safety issues such as steep slopes should recommendations in the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master be prioritized to eliminate these issues. Plan as they relate to the Major Corridors. In addition to the overall goals and policies of the plan, specific improvements include: • Enhanced crossings at major intersections; • Bike lanes along 1300 East, Sunnyside,and Parley's Way; and • Multi-use paths: - Connecting Parley's Way to Parley's Crossing; -Through Bonneville Golf Course connecting Wasatch to Foothill Drive; and -Along Sunnyside Avenue. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 5 9 MAJOR CORRIDORS I • _ I , - INITIATIVE MC-1 .4 Improve the Pedestrian `s " ; Experience along Foothill _ _ - 11 . M ,; , Drive - _- The focus of Foothill Drive as an auto-centric corridor / - - has resulted in lack of attention to the sidewalks. Short _ term improvements to the sidewalks should focus on . • ■ ■ . • �_• -� �_••_ - - - maintenance of the existing sidewalk infrastructure. The - ' -� - - Foothill Drive has a number of narrow sidewalks with significant City should explore programs to improve maintenance in park strip slopes toward the street which present safety situations where rear yards front on Foothill Drive and it is hazards for pedestrians and users with disabilities. difficult for the adjacent owner to remove snow,weeds,and _ debris. Otherwise, property owners should be responsible for this effort.Longer term,the sidewalks should be leveled ' • t"�.,'g���! t .f' 4 ‘4114-1.,.' �. ,ic'�`and widened with a buffer rovided between the sidewalkt. ; . .p and curb.The buffer may include trees,street and sidewalk .n-�',, 7„ -. L lighting,low landscape walls,and other elements intended to improve the safety of pedestrians. ii is Wit_ I Widened i Widened i Private .dthill Drive I Park Strip 1 Sidewalk I Property y Buffer / Widened park strips with additional landscaping can help buffer sidewalk users from the traffic on Foothill Drive and INITIATIVE M C 1 ,5 create a more comfortable pedestrian environment. Incorporate Wayfinding in All Street Improvement Projects . .,,,. The major corridors provide primary access to the East Bench Regional Activity Center. They are also bisected 4 I \ `.I!', by key bicycle, pedestrian and open space corridors that lead to other parts of the City. Future right-of-way - -- ; �' improvements should include wayfinding signage in a ' ! i 1 consistent design theme that directs motorists,pedestrians, ' ✓ 110'4 .ICf V and bicyclists to the major activity centers, as well as 1 ' to connecting pathways and open space corridors. The :1.. y design and function of wayfinding needs to consider the audience and contribute to the character of the area while �. . maintaining universal standards. The University of Utah has implemented a number of wayfinding signs that contribute to the character of the campus. 6 0 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN v� • ' �• {T�f . .. ' ' ��.••i•� o w.T — M OR CORNDORS_ - _ INITIATIVE MC-1 .6 Implement the Transvalley The corridor should be seen as an amenity to future Corridor along Sunnyside development.Driveways adjacent to the pathway should be Ave minimized to reduce automobile and pedestrian conflicts. Building entrances should be oriented to the corridor and The Salt Lake City Open Space Plan outlines specific improvements, such as lighting, signage, street furniture, improvements along Sunnyside that would implement the etc.,should be pedestrian oriented and consistent with the Sunnyside Avenue portion of the Transvalley Corridor. design theme of the corridor.Also, The City should work Some of these improvements have been completed,while with the Salt Lake City School District to open up the some still need to be implemented. Future private and East High playing fields for public use. They are located public improvements along Sunnyside should support directly adjacent to the corridor and should be utilized as the completion of the Sunnyside Avenue portion of an open space/recreation opportunity when not in use by the Transvalley Corridor according to the following the school. implementation strategies: • Rebrand the corridor as a segment of the 9 Line. ''��' . Ye - • Expand the sidewalks and green spaces on the north i side of Sunnyside Avenue between 1300 East and - 4 ,- Foothill Drive. • Construct a dedicated shared use path. ..i"1e • Enhance the sidewalks and green spaces on the �'` _ -_ north side of Sunnyside with shade trees and rest :• . '' areas to enhance the pedestrian experience along the corridor. �+f , • Improve pedestrian and bicycle crossing at Foothill A portion of the Transvalley Corridor was improved with the Drive. installation of the Rowland Hall play fields. Sidewalks were • Improve the bicycle and pedestrian facilities east of widened and new landscaping was installed. Foothill Drive to the Bonneville Shoreline Trailhead east of the Hogle Zoo parking lot. -Vi II iii . s • Improve the Bonneville Shoreline Trailhead in _� —���� coordination with the City, This is the Place State ►P� ��. `, Park, and Hogle Zoo utilizing existing parking _,� �0,..,1,......_ , facilities in a joint use agreement. _ Z • A wayfinding and identification program should v.. be implemented along the corridor and along adjacent bike and pedestrian routes directing to key destinations and safe intersecting access points. Wayfinding features should help brand the corridor 11 as part of the 9 Line. Any new development along the corridor should embrace the In addition to improvements along the roadway, private corridor as an amenity and incorporate design features that complement and encourage active uses, such as patios with development should complement the Transvalley Corridor. outdoor dining areas. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 61 MAJOR CORRIDORS GUIDING PRINCIPLE MC-02 1 _ 0 ■ The major streets provide a sense of arrival and showcase the City's approach to transportation, land use and sustainability. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Beautiful City • Identify and establish standards for key gateways into the City. INITIATIVE MC-2.1 Sunnyside Ave Design and Construct `=` Gateway Features at Ke -- �G y y Locations o 1300 th The major corridors are entrances into the City and should o. provide a good first impression. They should provide a 1700 South sense of arrival and a positive identity for the City and the East Bench Community.A gateway feature should be located near the freeway off-ramp at the Foothill Drive ae entrance and near Crestview Drive on Sunnyside Avenue. ys�ay These features should be designed in a manner that notifies ;=• motorists that they are entering a community. Key locations for gateway features include the eastern end of INITIATIVE M C-2.2 Sunnyside Avenue and the southern end of Foothill Drive, Improve the Street Rights-of- Way to Create Beautiful and Safe Gateway Corridors a` • �~ • Establishing a gateway should not stop at creating an 1� ; . entrance feature at the beginning of the street, but � ' r ,`► should carry through the entire length of the corridor - -. ISLA- with consistent design treatment, such as street lighting, f it4 street furniture,and pavement treatments that relate to theme character of each gateway. Additional smaller scale entry — • features should be developed at key intersections to notify people that they are leaving a major corridor and entering a neighborhood, as well as to provide safe crossings for pedestrians and bicyclists. North Temple Boulevard is a good example of a gateway corridor with consistent design elements, such as sidewalk pavement treatments, landscaping, and lighting. 6 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN �NOR COFiF-tIDO'S GUIDING PRINCIPLE MC-03 The major streets are not perceived as barriers between neighborhoods. Intersections create active and safe nodes that connect neighborhoods. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Neighborhoods • Create a safe and convenient place for people to carry out their daily lives. • Provide opportunities for and promotion of social interaction. Transportation & Mobility • Make walking and cycling viable, safe, and convenient transportation options in all areas of the City. • Enhance rights-of-way to join, rather than segregate, adjacent neighborhoods. • Incorporate pedestrian oriented elements, including street trees, pedestrian scale lighting, signage, and embedded art, into our rights-of-way and transportation networks. INITIATIVE MC-3.1 Implement Design Improvements at Key There are a number of existing commercial and multi- Intersections for Safety and family land uses that have developed around key Neighborhood Identity intersecting streets along Foothill Drive.These intersecting streets are neighborhood collector streets that feed people All intersections along the major corridors should be onto Foothill Drive. The areas should be embraced as designed to put the safety of all users first. At each connection points for neighborhoods and public space intersection that enters adjacent residential neighborhoods, design improvements should be prioritized at these design methods should be used to slow down automobiles locations. The design improvements should focus on entering the neighborhood. The maps on the following creating an identity for the node,providing safe pedestrian two pages show the key intersections along Sunnyside crossings, and lowering the speed of automobile traffic Avenue that are connecting points to activity centers.These entering the adjacent residential neighborhoods from the intersections should be a priority for future improvements. corridor. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 6 3 MAJOR CORRIDORS 1 ' Nor- ti. ke•;�, F. k._ , .: a •=� • • Foothill Drive (2250 E) � • �f,.'. • - _ ♦ This intersection can be considered the crossroads of . T. *.4 t''" - ♦• the East Bench. Automobiles accessing the regional �) ' • +'' t , ; 250E (FOOTHILL) activity center all converge at this intersection. Future .•y' ,.-- ' - ,-I ie ., improvements should focus on, not only the efficient x- movement of the automobile, but the safe movement :;� ; �• . . �~,. ", • of bicycles and pedestrians utilizing and accessing ��_ .. '.i ''' t the future Transvalley Corridor trail. Highly visible � • : wayfinding elements should also be incorporated at this intersection providing clear direction to the various -:04,..*' , " 4 f :. 7�` - `r,it cultural attractions, Research Park, the University of �� orrs�.—� ':;�G; y' Utah, the Salt Lake Sports Complex, and the Veteran's ! . ' l • Administration Hospital. t '- ii-4 it'‘''..- ' } , r` 11• `t lops ', .•rl Foothill Drive (1950 E) •t — 4•• : ` % gi' This should be maintained as a pedestrian crossing to a' »• �r .`Afi ,� -. access the University of Utah shuttle stop located at the ".fif r "' student housingcomplex on the north side of Sunnyside. > Mir," LE GRAN, +S,T ' • 't 4IY' * * ' ' a Le Grande Street - _. .- - - = Provides direct access to a church and is located near , „ w the Red Butte Creek corridor. • - •10 6: oilik. •, , ._:, • ti•bili Zp2 7,/I ''.e .�, • ■ i ill .. •■fp Diestel Avenue p� �1•- This intersection provides primary access to Sunnyside • . ,FSrF� Park, is one of the entry and exit points for the Veteran's 474 a_ ,�! :"'f � N '9L. Administration Hospital, and connects the northern 'ram: \, ,.eia . :r*. ^ `4 x, . - portion of the Red Butte Creek corridor with Miller Park •� t . 4.�•• . - , .`'�"1' , to the south. In addition to crossing improvements, 1730 �� f ' 1 "'�. � East, the roadway located through Sunnyside Park that 1 ;,, .�— • .,,, is used to access the Veteran's Administration Hospital, I;r PI -,1t 1 L i.i W' , t ! At. -, I should be improved to safely accommodate bicyclists -, :Li.4 _ ,Y 4 ► s � and pedestrians. - . ` Guardsman Way � . Y• ,�, ,,,R: � Guardsman Way provides access to the University of - >,_ . , fc , Utah, the Salt Lake Sports Complex, and two private •-- Z' 4;4h . •' r, .•: ., schools. Guardsman Way has been improved with fi = Z-•a-- . iA landscaped medians and pedestrian crossings that i-•, i B ..,..t. ft, - incorporate features, such as bulb-outs and pavement ., *. •• .— treatments that signify to motorists that they need to �� < t_ slow down and watch for people.These same treatments - tYlri should be considered on Sunnyside at this intersection. lip _ Ii . -- it,adwe 11( it 6 4 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN NW • Ile r '� 1t i►�' ," •.",..,, o. , ..":• • T• - _ MAJOR CORHIDO'•S _4p.ir',;Tip %_j ■ III ■ Crestview Drive & Shoreline Trailhead I. L • E, ♦ This is first street intersection coming into the City �,•.. ,.ram .'. �E z s from Emigration Canyon. As such, this area should !�' r - `' . j ',, ;- (' be considered for a gateway feature that signifies the ` . •4, s '4 .zi, 4 dk : ;'i entrance to the City. This is also the intersection of r f - ` heavily used bicycle corridors and is located directly = r4711t1 4:: ,w adjacent to the Bonneville Shoreline Trailhead. Future , �! ./ • �` Q' ! improvements should focus on creating a safe crossing •. $ ,1v'v between Crestview Drive and the Shoreline Trailhead '� ,' Fx - - a�a p.,,Ili 4.4 0 a Iv_ , for pedestrians and bicyclists. ,. 4.7 eigNa. ii --,� �,._ Hogle Zoo Parking ~� 041'0 This location serves as the entrance to the main Hogle d - p:- ,`r• ,- ti .. Zoo parking lot. The Zoo has constructed additional 0 �.•ii: � ./�l'(� 1 i!' • '.• $d; parking on the north side of Sunnyside Avenue, which _ -r..- A) - requires pedestrians to cross a five lane roadway. A ti *grit*+� . a�F '�- .'i �? painted cross walk and pedestrian signal have been ;1 ' 4'. . S _ installed; however, further improvements should focus • ' ,1111 �'. ' . - I' ' 4 '"� 0 on not only safely moving people across the street, !IN "; '14- , i - ' ! i -x ago but also creating an identity feature for the zoo. These c, ,l, rA :`� .. A• .7 it improvements should be done in partnership with Hogle ..`_ • _ • t•�it - ` ZN\• 1 Zoo and should be approached creatively. For example, kt, ,e, ,• . an at-grade crossing could incorporate a pedestrian - `, . .. . ,>..... , ,IT.,...., �> t refuge island with a zoo theme. Other options, such as _ . Q i. + % 7bridges and tunnels bring with them pros and cons that '" '' I re-Ls -W '- Pc. (40: { , ., need to be evaluated carefully. ti 40,4.-.1 •.• v) 1"N,•-•►f . • . • N ~ ^ '` I ` '• • . ir . .y,,i�t • ■ •■ Arapeen Drive . a. ' .041, �r '•..!,, . 1 This is one of the primary access points into and out w` ' , ,; = "'�`_`�� of Research Park. This intersection can be congested, k • • . • . V ,`-iyr�� especially during peak rush hour periods.This is also an •a �, ` ' existing signalized intersection that allows pedestrians S' _ - ' and bicyclists to safely cross the street.This will become • _-• • ,• 1 an important crossing for residents living on the south side 11-1.14p ='•AP';N'D *,i i ,• _ of Sunnyside to access the future Transvalley Corridor �� i.6.- r'.' �'+ ` .., trail on the north side. Future street improvement _ •Id should focus on the efficient movement of automobiles .. ;A it,, + . ,iv 4 into and out of Research Park, while ensuring safe and q• . e .'�- +- "`".`''fi efficient pedestrian and bicycle crossing to and from the ei'• /,- �`''_40 40 1 . 4. • "le, r^IF e'°' _ _ TransvalleyCorridor Trail. 5. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 6 5 MAJOR CORRIDORS GUIDING PRINCIPLE MC-04 • • • • : ► 11 A 9 — • ' 11 Development along Foothill Drive and Parley's Way provide a mix of housing and commercial choices. Development is people-oriented, built at a community level scale, compatible with adjacent neighborhoods, and maximizes the City's investment in public infrastructure. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Growth • Locate new development in areas with existing infrastructure and amenities, such as transit and transportation corridors. • Encourage a mix of land uses. Housing • Ensure access to affordable housing citywide (including rental and very low income). • Increase the number of medium density housing types and options. • Direct new growth toward areas with existing infrastructure and services that have the potential to be people-oriented. • Enable moderate density increases within existing neighborhoods where appropriate. Beautiful City • Support and encourage architecture, development, and infrastructure that: o Is people-focused; o Responds to its surrounding context and enhances the public realm; o Reflects our diverse cultural, ethnic, and religious heritage; and o Is sustainable, using high quality materials and building standards. INITIATIVE MC-4.1 Develop the Nodes along and front yard landscaping should be oriented in a Foothill Drive manner that creates an entrance into the East Bench. Building height should be three to four stories to allow Foothill Drive should be targeted as an area that can sufficient density while not overshadowing views of the accommodate future growth based on the initiatives mountains and foothills. Development of larger tracts identified in Plan Salt Lake. The Foothill Drive corridor of land should include auto, pedestrian, and bicycle should accommodate future growth with mixed-use connections to the existing street network. development focused at nodes, which are located at key intersections and at the southern entrance to Foothill. Community Node The City and East Bench Community should develop The Community nodes are located near key appropriate zoning to achieve the vision for the following intersections. These are the focal point for creating node types: places that connect neighborhoods on both sides of the corridor.Uses should be focused on providing housing, Regional Node retail,office, entertainment, and institutional services The regional node is a magnet for commercial and office at the community level.To the extent possible,primary uses, as well as multi-family developments. Buildings automobile access to development should be from 66 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN 7 'l'tr �Ii . ' �� ;f";Ni ' , A: r.A:, r `� •. ; .." . * '- - MAJOR COI-sTHIDO'S L.7 -. • - -- s ==%f , ?=�s: _ `= -: REGIONAL NODE s-r• ce= yam �..7 ..`- i • , ._ '�► *ic. S ;�'K == " Z _ -1; ' - 4 COMMUNITY NODE riy`�~� ' fr J. S,�e,q NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE Ai: - - --.7."' jj o '� be.„3,_ _ ...04roctigir in MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL 54 lit, 4IPPP: of.' a- ..---...., . `� 'eWAN '• = a 0_. r . MOM I it 4. , Alm P _ jr. "fr ...e...INL 10, qr r3pp s A �h T / \� `. .j 1 • f Regional nodes should allow three to four story development qand larger developments should include auto, pedestrian, and bicycle connections to the existing street network, Foothill Drive to discourage additional traffic in the adjacent neighborhoods. Shared driveways should be 6� encouraged to minimize impacts between automobiles rpp s and pedestrians. All development should include Soot/2 clearly identified and safe pedestrian connections to adjacent sidewalks. Building height should be two to three stories. Overall, development in Community Nodes should: • Provide active uses and design features at the street 2 p 0 level to encourage social interaction and create a p Sr,o , sense of place; �� tfj • Ensure accessibility for all modes of transportation; ,, —<. • Respect the existing character of adjacent residential neighborhoods; and • Create an attractive, vibrant, and human-scale environment. C\j,)1 a 8p The above map shows the regional and community node areas, as well as the areas designated for Neighborhood Scale Multi-Family Residential. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 6 7 MAJOR CORRIDORS INITIATIVE MC-4.2 Rezone Properties Between Nodes to Allow Additional Housing Choices along Foothill Drive The areas referred to as Neighborhood Scale Multi-Family ii Residential on the Future Land Use Map are located where existing residential properties front onto Foothill Drive. .t These areas are generally not adjacent to intersection nodes, but are along stretches of Foothill Drive that are between —t___ .I . i- these nodes. Future redevelopment of the properties in the Neighborhood Scale Multi-Family Residential areas should Il I hfl I I fl be lower in density than in the community mixed-use areas •, ii due to their adjacency to the single-family homes just off N. of the corridor. Development appropriate in these areas ,. . includes single and two-family residential, townhomes, apartments, and condos that are two stories in height. , _ Building height of three stories could be appropriate at some locations if the mass and scale of the development Additional housing choices that would be appropriate in Neighborhood Scale Multi-family areas are low scale is compatible to surrounding structures. townhomes or apartments. 6 8 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN �AJQ' •:,- ^a• .r . - . »fir, This page intentionally left blank. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 6 9 1. hc • REGIONAL c \ R ACVVC \ _ ._ -..,,,_..„.. : _., _ .• , ‘ _ :_,,,,....,...„ __ .. . _ - _ .--- ....... - . . .. __ , . • '� c r • l- -^ •1 •f • wF . -CSt 1 L.... . r_ , __ I• • _r I I n +�n . e7 — ,� �1 m� 7��■ I W.. n .fn n Z•. 4---.w. -,e•'" 7 I EAST,BENCH MA a ' i I�o� , •■'� weld i� . ar. Introduction The East Bench Regional Activity center is comprised of large educational, research, medical, and employment centers. These facilities are critical to the economic and educational vitality of the State, Region and City. The area is also home to renowned cultural attractions that provide opportunities for exploring Utah's physical, artistic and historical resources. These facilities are a major defining element of the community, the City, and the State of Utah and create a Cultural District that is considered a destination, as well as a benefit to local businesses and residents. The Regional Activity Center can have a significant impact on nearby neighborhoods. Future growth of the Regional Activity Center should be a coordinated effort between the City, the surrounding neighborhoods, and the activity center facilities that balances State and regional needs with the livability of adjacent neighborhoods. - _ - I• .I = :-=---- i--'1TW tutinit. 4- iik. "pi- --..,._. _ _ it"1" --- --- - Va. :::-:.1 - v_. '''',7_--- 171-14:::: . rw." ..,„?‘ •' _ �• a �A� A",1 .4r, . - .. > '' .• " • ' -fiiiivider — - - If - _ _ 1 i . ,�. .� �� ,, � �� _wl , �� — �.I • a ��. , 'of IT tre 41R-a 1i, "Ire 1 IWO ^r-- !r nit 2r p `fK ti iv 'Si! j_ • -- '' •EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN iiii 1. -:r'- ;EGIONAL ACTIVITY CENTER; p r II GUIDING PRINCIPLE Collaboration Future growth of the East Bench regional activity center is a coordinated effort between the City, the surrounding neighborhoods, and the activity center facilities that balances State and regional needs with the livability of adjacent neighborhoods. City Planning Context Plan Salt Lake recognizes the important role that Salt Lake City serves in being the focal point for culture,education, and the economy through the following initiatives: • _ • Promote and support Salt Lake City as a regional entertainment, artistic, and cultural center and ' destination. �'• ' • Promote and support Salt Lake City as an international tourism destination. The Regional Activity Center occupies approximately 33%of • Strengthen our role as an economic and social the East Bench plan area. (Imagery: Google) commerce center. University Iniversity of Utah • Support quality jobs. One of the defining features of the East Bench Community • Maintain the City's competitive economic edge is the University of Utah. The University is one of the • Support entrepreneurship and innovation. most important cultural and educational hubs of the State • Foster and support growth of the creative economy of Utah, is a major driver of economic development and • Integrate higher education into the social and economic is one of the largest employment centers in the Sate. It's fabric of the City medical and research institutions are nationally renowned. Locally,the University provides educational opportunities, The major institutions and facilities in the East Bench employment,and entertainment for East Bench residents. Regional Activity Center play a leading role in the future of Salt Lake City as envisioned in Plan Salt Lake. The University is a State of Utah facility and is not required to comply with local (City) plans or ordinances;however, Existing Conditions it has a strong influence on the character of the East Bench The East Bench Regional Activity Center is comprised community. Due to close proximity of the campus, the East Bench is a prime housing location for students and of the University of Utah, Research Park, Veterans Administration Hospital, and the Foothill Cultural the majority of traffic along Foothill Drive is traveling to and from the University of Utah and Research Park. District. There is a strong desire within the East Bench Community to closely integrate future growth of the University with City planning efforts in an effort to manage impacts to the nearby residential neighborhoods. 7 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN • t � `" :: 47-01 F�EGIONAL ACTIVITY CENTER ' r . 41 .:'fr c ..----4•••• ,-Iiik. , • .t. 1 Vir)1tej: : t lek, 4 ft „ ' : . k i t . 'Ski • ., .,. i ,-_,, . tit, :..' ..- 's . - . 1 `.• _. _I "'- '� �' . a! e s i o I a ' t cam. -'. `. 77 + • ' Research A` I . i` ... -- ---� g - Park ~� l.' s' • .��/ _ ,l:- i. l''4 4',l. .• � -.� s •. , -♦ � r1 �'yt)� •,o •',► • l:.,. ..- .... r 1 .UIIIV ltyp';& j.77 ♦ L1"• • .:.. ` i„r y4. -.,; .'..t:A• .-'5....; ....... ' Attogh • . ‹ • <^ • ;' , VMrli n stration '6\10a. '•mot.. %,.?, ;o '.+_-r .- ?� .\ r r� ospital .® . yam ' ����, ' �7 ,� ,4 ;'N' • •.T,c T1 ?T ;?; .,;r..-.y;* . Several thousand commuters travel to these major regional facilities in the East Bench nearly every day. (Imagery: Google) Research Park University of Utah Statistics Research Park was established in 1968 and was meant 1,500 ACRES OF LAND to stimulate economic development within the State. It 412,962 SO FT OF CLASS SPACE (2014) was also intended to entice the students who graduated from the University of Utah to stay in Salt Lake City by 3,300 STUDENT HOUSING BEDS (2012) providing research jobs. The jobs generated in Research 32,003 STUDENTS ENROLLED (FALL 2014) Park are intended to support the functions of the University of Utah. 1.5% PROJECTED YEARLY ENROLLMENT GROWTH RATE The property in Research Park is owned by the State of Utah. Generally, properties owned by the State are 37,316 PROJECTED ENROLLMENT IN 2024 not regulated by local zoning laws; however, private 17,899 FULL TIME EMPLOYEES (FALL 2014) development on property within Research Park is regulated by Salt Lake City Zoning and Building codes. 55% OF COMMUTERS TRAVEL BY AUTO Research Park has been developed in a suburban business 28% OF COMMUTERS TRAVEL BY TRANSIT park model with large surface parking lots,limited support (Sources: Utah System of Higher Education Data Book 2015; businesses (restaurants and supporting retail),and minimal University of Utah Master Plan, 2008; Student Housing Master bike and pedestrian facilities. There is also limited transit Plan, 2012; University Commuter Survey, 2014) servicing the Park. Similar to the University of Utah, the growth of Research Park is a benefit to the region;however, EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 7 3 iEGICNALACTIVITY CENTER ---1IrI'i-il -. - - _. �, ` this growth can impact the East Bench Community t ;;ire • ` ^ ` ` ,. • F . - _ through an influx of additional traffic and obstructing the views of the nearby foothills. a. y - J `` Cultural Attractions %i .• - . - •..,►� _ _a There are a number of cultural destinations within the East s,•-,.., " �`-�-•• 1�. Bench community that attract visitors from all over the ir/ •__ AmrkrIN �r_ - ,.? ,,.ar-t Nr region.Dance,theatre,and music can be found throughout r R - k �'�'`—_ �:' n,; " the University of Utah most notably at Kingsbury Hall •r� , - L %+"'' and Pioneer Theatre Company. There are also a number '-',, - vr" ," , rs • r )1t?•..• • '. , of attractions that bring people to the East Bench learn „ .�. 'a +�* about their natural and cultural heritage._ 'y Many of the cultural destinations within the East Bench _ have joined together to form a marketing organization and Itt-- have branded themselves as the Foothill Cultural District. Research Park has been developed in a suburban model with large abundant parking lots, and minimal transit and pedestrian connections. (Imagery: Google) y •• -.Red Butte Natural History 1 �_'` '� ' i:::4$ _ arderis • ti► ` r Museum a -., _„`ti s i �, '�r' r• - -•' Place - Ottifige t, z�A. 1..".y,;�nivcrsity - :' '•'" -• • 'k_ I -•a :�;. .rri ': - — uestl-louse a-3i vA. - ' ,• " a %W.-W-. -- =Z_ • ,ort Douiglas • :~ , - 3. .• 1, T- • :2- 1 j• - + e - -�2 - \ter �. •!. ' . V `_ • -.vol.:,y: ` ,- ifLf.i :' .:V..'4- -` :' '4' - : 'blase .ni f ' `Ar ;*". _ - t \ „ •-=- .' _ y-- yin7e Arts •r A-, .., .s '• ~' 1'.Ar` L`•""'' . ,.' - z t. it alt ,y ',„.•� n . ..t Ric" tccles <O\ , r'e. ► ` \ �' „d'��j{`•1.; ' , ]1'(Jy ‘• . • 'ad'u v •I . .'!. .y.,rat .,. .V• 7:' '•}. 1 ,�jj • • A number of cultural destinations attract visitors from all over the region. (Imagery: Google) 7 4 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN P I „REGIONAL ACTIVITY-CENTER The Foothill Cultural District is comprised of: • Hogle Zoo • This Is the Place Heritage Park • The Tower at Rice Eccles Stadium • Red Butte Garden • Natural History Museum of Utah • University Guest House Hotel and Conference Center • Fort Douglas Military Museum k �: • Utah Museum of Fine Arts — • In 2014, the Foothill Cultural District received over 2 • million visitors with approximately 1 million people visiting Hogle Zoo alone.The number one issue in accommodating R"F awl both present and future visitors to the district is parking and there is a strong desire among each of the facilities to develop a coordinated and connected transportation The Veteran's Administration Hospital employs approximately network. Many of the visitors to the Foothill Cultural 2,200 people, making it a major commuter destination in the District travel through the East Bench community along East Bench, Foothill Drive. The facilities would like to cultivate relationships with the businesses along Foothill Drive and to enhance wayfinding. Veteran's Acministration Hospital The Veteran's Administration Hospital, located at 500 South Foothill Drive, is owned and managed by the federal government.The facility provides medical services to veterans with a service area covering all of Utah and portions of Wyoming and Nevada. Foothill Drive provides the primary access to the facility from I-80 and I-215 as it is the easiest route for individuals who are not familiar with the area. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 7 5 REGIONAL ACTIVITY CENTER P2 MOVING FORWARD > > > The following are the guiding principles and associated initiatives that are intended to help guide the East Bench Community into the future. The initiatives include general policies, as well as specific strategies and goals. Applicable Plan Salt Lake policies are also included that help inform these guiding principles and initiatives. GUIDING PRINCIPLE R-01 • • ; OL Future growth of the East Bench regional activity center is a coordinated effort between the City, the surrounding neighborhoods, and the activity center facilities that balances State and regional needs with the livability of adjacent neighborhoods. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Neighborhoods • Maintain neighborhood stability and character. Arts & Culture • Promote and support Salt Lake City as a regional entertainment, artistic, and cultural center and destination. • Promote and support Salt Lake City as an international tourism destination. • Ensure access to, and support for, a diversity of cultural facilities citywide. Economy • Integrate higher education into the social and economic fabric of the City. • Strengthen our role as an economic and social commerce center. • Support quality jobs. • Maintain the City's competitive economic edge. • Support entrepreneurship and innovation. • Foster and support growth of the creative economy. Government • Encourage collaboration and partnerships to ensure efficiency and responsiveness. • Collaborate to set short and long term priorities and invest accordingly. INITIATIVE R 1 .1 -r Support a Mix of Uses 8 The City,in partnership with the regional facilities,should -• T HEALTH CARE • evaluate zoning changes that would allow a mix of land !' s ���- uses that specifically support the Regional Activity Center. Such supportive uses include small scale retail, restaurants, and grocery stores. Additional supportive uses could reduce automobile trips during the day by employees and visitors. 7 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN all r I „I REGIONAL ACTIVITY CENTER " ' - • - INITIATIVE R-1 .2 Integrate Future Projects with City Planning Efforts . , •The City, in conjunction with all of the regional facilities, a =r •�:. Y +'�- ,,_t should establish a communication and coordination F0.f . a '; ! . ,�_ -- : protocol when planning and designing future projects ' ,�. ., : `,' i' ' ifA It and should work together to integrate City Planning efforts ' u - - t !IA,I' shio i with State and Federal projects. These efforts include, but ,--,._ . a �___ 4 i s _. are not limited to, increasing transit (both regional and local), designing projects to be visually compatible with _ ---- -- --- the adjacent neighborhoods, managing automobile traffic in adjacent neighborhoods, increasing housing on and near the University to reduce commuter traffic,protecting If the existing University student housing at 1945 E Sunnyside the adjacent foothills from development encroachment, Ave (shown above) is redeveloped, the City should coordinate protecting view sheds,increasing safe pedestrian and bicycle with the University to ensure the development integrates access to these centers from the residential communities with the Open Space plan for the Transvalley Corridor and promotes pedestrian and bicycling from the housing to the south and implementing the City's housing, open development to the University. space, pedestrian, bicycle, and transportation plans. INITIATIVE R-1 .3 Increase Transit Options 15 Salt L I There has been a strong focus on providing transit options Ci Pill— ill from the southwest area of the Salt Lake Valley to the East Bench Regional Activity Center; however, limited 2oi transit options exist to and from the southeast. The City, 1 regional facilities,and Utah Transit Authority should work West So t• Salt Valley ,' L: e to provide additional options that serve those traveling City to and from the southeast area of the Salt Lake Valley, IV as well as those living directly south in the East Bench Taylorsville Holla y Community. urray t Providing an efficient transit system does not stop at i •moving people to the Regional Activity Center.Oftentimes, West '''4• ale Cott ood H hts people prefer to drive simply because there are not efficient Jordan options between the various facilities. There needs to be F ,a Y an increased focus on providing efficient transportation South alternatives within the Regional Activity Center itself. Additional transit options from the southeast areas of the valley could reduce commuter and visitor vehicle traffic to the Regional Activity Center. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 7 7 REGIONAL ACTIVITY CENTER yti . I = -- u °ii INITIATIVE R-1 .4 Manage Growth According w t‘, IIIIIto Infrastructure Demand .� The facilities in the Regional Activity Center will continue l ��� c<��` /0 to grow.This growth is a positive contribution to the State r �N m \.�! Z% .04f ,*$ _ and Region; however, it can strain City resources and 1��. G�: . �`� f impact the livability of adjacent neighborhoods. Growth r, •I � �., `� �\ ' .; ; �:; of the regional facilities should be managed according to i .�*Wife§ 1% . �� ' ability of the transportation and utility infrastructure to Vr ikv4 w I, qa% `\ % meet that growth. When studies and projections related • S ji •to future projects show that the project will impact the • h• • 41, , infrastructure level of service, the facilities should work : b use/4 LEGEND with the City and any other partnering agencies for a ! '� •% solution prior to construction. ® .c, �� 1? - j c✓ ' The University of Utah Master Plan (2008&2010 Update) details a variety of potential growth opportunities within the University's existing boundaries. These growth opportunities are shown in orange on the map. INITIATIVE R-1 .5 Respect Natural Assets The Regional Activity Center is situated at the base of the Wasatch Foothills and is bisected by the Red Butte riparian corridor. Buildings located near the base of the foothills, , ;'- '� at higher elevation levels, should decrease in height in an ii Y'1' effort to preserve views of the foothills. Future development near the foothills should also integrate pedestrian and ---s bicycle connections to the foothill trail system. The City . and the regional facilities should develop a partnership - __ for the purpose of implementing the Salt Lake City Open 11' . - Space Plan related to the Red Butte Creek Corridor. The landscaping and sidewalks at the Utah Natural History Museum link into the Bonneville Trail System. Other future development near the foothills should integrate pedestrian and bicycle connections to the foothill trail system. 7 8 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN • - —on „flEGICNAL ACTIVITY CENTER INITIATIVE R-1 .6 Improve Pedestrian and Bicycle Connectivity There are many streets, particularly in Research Park, that lack sidewalks. Future development of Research Park should include the necessary infrastructure that encourages active circulation within the park. - E, There also needs to be an increased focus on providing safe pedestrian and bicycle connections between the major facilities. Many of the facilities within the Regional - t Activity Center do not have functional connections. For example, medical students studying at the University also Research Park developed as a car oriented, suburban style work at the Veteran's Administration Hospital and many office park and in many places lacks the sidewalks and bike of the facilities in Research Park are closely integrated paths that would encourage active circulation in the park and to other regional facilities. with research functions at the University. All roadway infrastructure projects should be coordinated with these major institutions to ensure safe pedestrian and bicycle access between the facilities. INITIATIVE R-1 .7 Support the Growth of Research Park as an Innovation District Research Park is a key driver of economic development for the City and State of Utah.The City should work with the University of Utah to continue development of Research Park as a high tech, bioengineering and research district. Uses in the Park should be closely integrated with the University and there should be a mix of uses within the Park that support the daily needs of the employees. The existing development pattern of the Park is auto-oriented with large surface parking lots and minimal pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. Redevelopment should allow for and encourage pedestrian, bicycle and transit uses to and within the Park. Research Park's major contribution to the State's economy should be highlighted and used as a tool for requesting additional public transit options that tie into the regional and local transportation network. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 7 9 f ;EGIONALACTIVITY CENTER IA_ :•• I II INITIATIVE R-1 .8 Strengthen the Identity of the , i . --,--c Cultural District 4 The East Bench Regional Activity Center is the jewel of the , . _ . - '+ UM , State in regards to cultural attractions. Hogle Zoo, This �� '. IF is the Place Heritage Park, the Natural History Museum, SHORELINE • TRAIL i -IL.i. OK .•. , __ Red Butte Gardens, and the University Museum of Fine �4` � 'STAY ON 'X C 'A kl tESIGNATED TRAIL Arts brings visitors to the East Bench from all over the region.These facilities should be embraced by the City in ""AU•`"'—•°` ''"ili ' it 101-COR:Ii1MC1 NM an effort to create a connected cultural and natural history district with an emphasis on the following: The Bonneville Shoreline trail can be improved with the installation of interpretive educational and wayfinding signs. Improve Access to the Cultural Amenities Incorporate the Bonneville Shoreline Trail into the Hogle Zoo, This is the Place State Heritage Park, the District Natural History Museum, and Red Butte Gardens should In conjunction with all Bonneville Shoreline Trail be better connected to enhance the visitor experience. A stakeholders, the facilities could improve the Bonneville centralized parking structure with a shuttle service to Shoreline trail or an adjacent trail and transform it into a each facility and better access to the facilities from the learning experience in conjunction with the programming Bonneville Shoreline Trail are ways that may accomplish of each facility. For example, interpretive signs could this. be placed along the trail identifying wildlife habitat, • ti '41, 4' .1..., VA% . ..r!— --. '''i 716,41%,.' .dr- - :J.• . - A ' Illie / ‘ '6,-- -. .;.,f-. ..r.,, . .,. ,..'" diallilk s / Red Butte & ' . "(It , • \Natural History � ' t , Museum F. Y �. . - ei, -- . +'', BonnevilleShore „ • . i . rk — .. _ ' : , . ...,..•.4c. in!A . . J . , . . l'� 7� •lam . 1 I A- ,-. • / This is the Place - • A* . ` ,. '1.\ Heritage Park ' .' , ;; '-� ;tt .-- , . .. _ . I Ne.,,-,44- i • • : 4/ ' ' %. • - > \ . . _ - , Hogle Zoo .!I like.4,41p. / 4.4, %.• The Bonneville Shoreline Trail runs next to and through four of the largest cultural attractions in the Regional Activity Center. The trail could be further integrated with these facilities and visitors could be encouraged to visit other attractions by way of the trail. 8 0 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN 161 ` • ' „FjEGIONAL ACTIVITY CENTER vegetation, geologic features, and historical points of interest. The facilities could encourage visitors to walk the nature trail and visit multiple facilities during their stay. Improve Corridors Foothill Drive, 500 South and Sunnyside Avenue should showcase the cultural district and provide clear direction on how to access the facilities. In particular, Sunnyside Avenue, east of Foothill should incorporate public way design features that define and enhance the district, such as unique lighting,street banners,and public art elements. Form Partnerships Foothill Drive serves as the gateway to the East Bench cultural district. As such, there could be a great benefit in developing partnerships between the cultural facilities and the businesses along and near the Foothill Drive corridor. Development of a corporate partner program could allow the local businesses to advertise at the facilities and encourage visitors to stop and eat or shop.The fees that the facilities collect through the program could be used to fund projects that support and enhance the cultural district. Public way design features, such as art installations in street medians, can help define and enhance the cultural district, EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 81 • �• 1 •`1 Y.. , 11 T I IR: • 7 Y • CONNECTING POPL P A ram• = . - Pak • • • • C; 8 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN • I�. �. • • • • ii",. • :f.'7-'• ': . . Introduction The East Bench transportation system is a collection of slow moving, tree- lined residential streets and major arteries that are the lifeblood of regionally significant destinations. East Bench residents, employees, and business owners recognize the impact that the transportation system has on the livability of their community and want more choices in how they move from place to place. Ilififfilirt V 1111 wry • r - - � ' • _ . _ _ i CONNECTING PEOPLE-TO PACES = I. II thU 1.1 '■ ' ,' I GUIDING PRINCIPLE A Safe, Efficient and Multi-Modal Network The East Bench mobility network is an efficient, safe, and accessible transportation system that provides multiple options for connecting people to employment, services, shopping, entertainment, recreational and cultural opportunities within the East Bench community, and connects the East Bench to the City and region. City Planning Context State Highways are operated and maintained by the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT). Routes Plan Salt Lake places an emphasis on the role that typically operate as Arterial streets. connectivity and mobility options has on the future health of our communities. Arterial Streets facilitate through traffic movement over relatively long distances such as from one end of the city Plan Salt Lake states: to the other and from neighborhood to neighborhood. "Connectivity and circulation are critical to responsible, Arterials are generally Multi-Lane streets carrying high sustainable growth. We must ensure that our neighborhoods traffic volumes at relatively high speed limits.These are and districts are well connected by both providing a commuter streets and typically offer controlled access wide range of transportation and mobility options and to abutting property. increasing the number of connections in our community. Collector streets provide the connection between Arterial Smaller blocks and a diversity of connections are necessary and Local streets. Collectors can be Multi Lane,but are to achieve this." meant to carry less traffic at lower speeds and for shorter The plan provides further direction with the following distances than Arterials. They provide direct access to guiding principle: abutting property and carry a mix of local traffic and commuter traffic headed for nearby destinations. `A transportation and mobility network that is safe, accessible, reliable, affordable, and sustainable,providing Local streets provide direct access to and from abutting real choices and connecting people with places." property. Local streets are usually one lane in each direction meant to carry traffic over short distances The Plan Salt Lake initiatives related to transportation and at low speeds. and mobility emphasizes that all areas of the City should focus on reducing automobile dependency by providing The Transportation Master Plan encourages the use of convenient, safe, accessible, and equitable access to a transportation modes other than just the automobile. One variety of transportation options. of the guiding principles listed in the plan states: The Salt Lake City Transportation Master Plan is "Salt Lake City will encourage a multi-modal the guiding plan for mobility in Salt Lake City. The transportation system. Dependence on the automobile accompanying Major Street Plan classifies streets by as our primary mode of transportation will be reduced their anticipated function. The East Bench contains the by emphasizing other modes. The transportation system following types of streets according to the Major Street will be designed to move people, not just automobiles." Plan: The plan goes further by recognizing the important 8 4 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN ter.•- - IPill • CON'NECTIN\E ' U TO Ii I relationship between land use and transportation and how The Salt Lake City Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan this relationship impacts the health of our communities. envisions that walking and bicycling within the City will The plan provides the following direction regarding land be: use: "...safe, convenient, comfortable, and viable • Salt Lake City will preserve and enhance residential transportation options that connect people to places,foster communities within the City which allow residents recreational and economic development opportunities, to live, work and play in the same area. improve personal health and the environment,and elevate quality of life.'' • Salt Lake City will explore opportunities to increase residential and destination densities at major bus and The plan supports the"Complete Streets"principle,which rail transit nodes along transit corridors. refers to designing streets for people of all ages and abilities and for all forms of transportation. To implement the • Salt Lake City will promote development that is "Complete Streets" principle, all communities within the transit, pedestrian and bicycle friendly. City should: • Integrate walking and bicycling into community planning to enhance livability,health,transportation, the environment, and economic development; • Develop a safe, comfortable, and attractive walking and bicycling network that connects people of all ages,abilities, and neighborhoods to the places they ii /j ` want to go; I ( • Maintain the walking and bicycling system year- s . $ round;....1 E � • Promote the safety and attractiveness of walking • 1 849 N t.D 1.)/ and bicycling through education, encouragement, Sunnyside Ave oc I .� �s Emigra''\� and enforcement programs; and I � �s r cm • Integrate pedestrian and bicycle facilities with transit - 31 1 routes, stations, and stops. ��al' r - ' '� �,� The East Bench Master Plan supports all of these citywide J_ ���V �� pP �� �� �� master plans. Future transportation infrastructure �,, i ' =iz. '�""' improvements in the East Bench should be consistent with ►, � Ir the policies established in these plans and any subsequent Street Classification mil changes adopted by the City Council. Arterial State a i1. Arterial City �� Nv.�� !/ Collector i, i 'r 1 East Bench neighborhoods have good access to collector and arterial roads. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 8 5 CONNECTING PEOPLETO PL CES r"= 1 - 11111 iiI■ LI l I Existing Conditions .dike Routes Roadway Conditions There are two types of specific bike lane facilities located within the East Bench Community: On-road bikeways The roadway infrastructure in the East Bench is aging. and signed shared roadways. The Salt Lake City Engineering Division conducted a citywide survey of pavement conditions in 2012. Streets On-Road Bikeways are bike lanes that are typically were evaluated and given a score of 1 to 100 based on an striped with painted bicycle symbols and "bike lane" overall condition with 1 being worst and 100 being best. signs. Bike lanes provide bicycle-priority space on Nearly two-thirds of the streets within the East Bench are fairly busy streets. There are approximately 10 miles considered fair to excellent, although there are a number of roadway within the East Bench Community that of street sections (approximately 35%) that are considered contain bike lanes. very poor to marginal. Shared Roadways use green bike route signs to indicate bicycle use. Bicycle symbols may also be painted on the road to alert motorists that bicyclists are sharing the travel lane. There is no separate striped area for I/2/ ..„,_ .......,... ) 't .% L 1.,`/ ~t I , r _ \11111 i - ` -. + � .----_ -A "�� �M C • 7-1 [ tli ' •• 500 South 500 South • <-// !) K / 1--,..„,..\._ . ' , —.N. Sunnyside Ave � !Sunnyside Ave • ,-� �• (` r -or f Lu LL t o wo Wo wo LU AN 0 o o i c V — — `1 L .. 1 oufh t I I O. \ '1700 South 1E0 ( • 11 - 1:ixi46i4zii• • zL7Yit•NE.--i —Excellent _, — On-road Bikeway —Good to Very Good J — Signed Shared Bikeway Marginal to Fair 1V -- Preferred Route(informal) A •yi'!/ � —Poor \ys "1 ' — Trail dr iPy, —Very Poor Iv - `` �-^� s�dy 0 ,.--_ .4________. ___,..._F --. Many streets in the East Bench are in need of maintenance. The Salt Lake City Bikeways Map identifies a number of streets as preferred routes for bicyclists to use to cross the East Bench. 8 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN ,COk,,N'NECTINt` •,(: , TO II 1 bicyclists. There are approximately seven miles of roadway within the East Bench Community that are shared roadways. There are also a number of streets within the East Bench _ • Community that have been identified as preferred bike `' ,A,. . 'r a II,I I routes on the Salt Lake City Bikeways Map. Preferred �7��� ` i`{��► Routes have no special signs or pavement symbols but are 4 '... \ typically low-volume, low speed streets frequently used • poiH II 1,,,,Ill:ti by bicyclists. Transit Light rail provides great transit service to the University of Utah; however, transit is limited in other areas of the East Bench. The East Bench Community is served by 12 local bus routes, three express routes, two fast bus routes, and TRAX.The 12 local bus routes provide transit circulation within the City and connect the East Bench to other cities within Salt Lake County.The Fast Bus routes provide direct connection to the eastern areas of Salt Lake County. The -� Express routes connect the East Bench to Davis County, Utah County, and Park City. In recent decades,the East Bench community has not been a major user of public transportation and the availability • of transit options has reflected this trend.There are limited • local bus routes that run predominantly in a north-south 4"South direction, but nothing that runs east west and connects the neighborhoods to the major corridors. Regionally, Sunnyside Ave there has been a great emphasis on providing bus and i rail transit to the University of Utah from the west and north; however, transit options from the south and east are limited. Although transit usage has not been high in V V N ll W W W W the past, there is resurgence in the community's desire r r CD 1- for more. i 7oo South -+i TRAX Express Fast Bus — Local • The East Bench is primarily served by transit routes heading to the University of Utah EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 8 7 CONNECTING PEOPLE-TO GES`! = Pill II PLAN FOR WHERE PEOPLE GO These areas should be the focal point in determining where future transportation infrastructure improvements are In order to plan future transportation improvements, it needed.These improvements should be focused on moving is necessary to identify where people are going. Activity people safely and efficiently to and within the activity nodes are places that attract people for the purpose of nodes, and be designed to correlate to the adjacent land learning, working, shopping, recreating, worshiping, uses along the corridor. and/or socializing. From a transportation standpoint, these activity areas are considered trip generators and destinations. T 11 The existing activity nodes in the East Bench are generally categorized by their intensity and size of the area that they serve. They also provide an indication on the level of transportation infrastructure needed to serve the area. 500 south For example, the regional activity node contains land uses that serve not only the local community and City, •• • Sunnyside Ave • but the region as a whole. Therefore, the transportation • • infrastructure that services this area should be tied to the O. • • regional transportation network. • • • • The following provides a description of the East Bench w w w w w T ii 0 00 activity nodes: c 0 0 0 • �1700 South • Regional activity nodes attract people from within, D_T«iif<Ar o -'MI • and outside of Salt Lake City and includes the • • Regional • University of Utah, Research Park, and the regional Community o • cultural attractions. a„eys • Neighborhood dy Community activity nodes attract people generally Institutional from the adjacent neighborhoods, as well as the _ surrounding communities. Within the East Bench, Activity nodes should be the focal point in determining where these activity nodes are located along arterial streets, future transportation infrastructure improvements are needed. such as Foothill Drive and Parley's Way. Neighborhood activity nodes generally attract people from within the neighborhood in which they are located. These areas contain coffee shops and neighborhood grocers, as well as schools, churches and parks. Neighborhood activity nodes may contain businesses that attract people from outside of the immediate neighborhood; however, these businesses are generally small in size. These areas are located mainly along collector or local streets. 8 8 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN II I I �I COMINECTINt 7j.Qlr"il it This page intentionally left blank. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 8 9 CONNECTING rEOFLE TO F'L�,CES - I 1,III,I \ td. U ■ I-SI I MOVING FORWAD > > > The following are the guiding principles and associated initiatives that are intended to help guide the East Bench Community into the future. The initiatives include general policies, as well as specific strategies and goals. Applicable Plan Salt Lake policies are also included that help inform these guiding principles and initiatives. GUIDING PRINCIPLE C-01 The East Bench mobility network is an efficient, safe, and accessible transportation system that provides multiple options for connecting people to employment, services, shopping, entertainment, recreational and cultural opportunities within the East Bench community, and connects the East Bench to the City and region. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Neighborhoods • Create a safe and convenient place for people to carry out their daily lives. • Promote accessible neighborhood services and amenities, including parks, natural lands, and schools. Transportation & Mobility • Create a complete circulation network and ensure convenient equitable access to a variety of transportation options. • Reduce automobile dependency and single occupancy vehicle trips. • Make walking and cycling viable, safe, and convenient transportation options in all areas of the City. • Prioritize maintenance of existing infrastructure. • Encourage transit-oriented development (TOD). • Collaborate with regional partners to relieve congestion and enhance rights-of-way for alternative modes of transportation. • Enhance rights-of-way to join, rather than segregate, adjacent neighborhoods. • Incorporate pedestrian oriented elements, including street trees, pedestrian scale lighting, signage, and embedded art, into our rights-of-way and transportation networks. Air Quality • Increase mode-share for public transit, cycling, walking, and carpooling. Beautiful City • Promote increased connectivity through mid-block connections. 90 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN .. ., — ! ter'" . `.:. 11111,1 • ' CONNECTIN* ' II TO I INITIATIVE C-1 .1 Improve Transit Access and Service to Activity Nodes — 4.0 1300 South.40 Planning for future transit in the East Bench should focus _L. ND O _L O� on connecting people to the activity centers. The East O O fj Bench regional activity center is a destination for people O O • m m O,� inside the community, inside the City and outside of the 2) A) iL r+ r+ O City. Foothill Drive serves as primary access to this area and is integral to the regional transportation network. East to west transit service is not available at nodes along It should be targeted for additional transit that ties into 1300 South. the overall regional transit system. Once in the regional •- . activity center, the local circulation system should tie all - -- ---— -- - -. of the facilities together. At the neighborhood level,future transit needs to focus on - ' r'.. • ' '! - providing transportation options from where people live t--- �� i � - to where they shop, play and receive services. Specifically, -- east-west transit routes are needed to connect residents - to the Foothill Drive corridor. This will not only provide access to shopping and services along Foothill, but will The Parley's Way and Foothill node is an emerging center that provide access to future regional transit routes on Foothill. could be better served by transit INITIATIVE C-1 .2 Explore Transit Partnerships i with the University of Utah The City should work with the University of Utah on . - - +- extending their campus shuttle system into the adjacent - — neighborhoods.The shuttle system should be a coordinated , " effort with the City to determine appropriate routes and - schedules. The University of Utah operates the second largest transit system in Utah. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 91 CONNECTING PEOPL-E-TO PLACES - - - 1 , II Lull ,.1 1 ,1 ■ ' I , I INITIATIVE C-1 ,3 Build Better Bus Stops .max #, 11001` Street and sidewalk improvements at the activity nodes • i„,..bite AI tit \I should include the necessary infrastructure to support t i transit.This includes ensuring that there is sufficient right- ct ." M of-way width for bus stops. It also includes urban design elements in the pedestrian areas that provide comfortable _ _ bus stop waiting areas,such as sheltered benches.All future L _ , . i II illit •. . It ...... street right-of-way improvements at activity nodes should '., be coordinated with transit partners and should consider " " _ `'" future transit accommodations. Enhanced bus stops, such as this bus shelter in Research Park, provide comfort and shelter for riders INITIATIVE C-1 ,4 Design Streets According to their Function Arterial streets in the East Bench should continue to serve as primary transportation corridors and should - continue to function in this manner. These streets should - - - continue to move automobiles away from neighborhood # streets; however, this should not come at the expense of ... other transportation options, such as transit, bikes and - - walking. Collector streets in the East Bench should be , �= .,, L - considered neighborhood corridors. These provide the link to the neighborhood commercial nodes, as well as Allif to the major corridors. Improvements to these streets should accommodate all modes of transportation and automobile speeds should be kept low due to the residential Foothill Drive and Parley's Way(shown above) are major nature of the land uses along these streets. Infrastructure corridors and should be designed to move people efficiently improvements should focus on slowing automobile traffic and safely, to improve safety on local streets. 9 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN Pill • ' •COf�IECTIN E ' • � , TO � l ..,.. `\` :I: INITIATIVE C-1 ,5 Support Implementation of / the Pedestrian and Bicycle _ • 4o, ' , P,�e Master Plan / / �•t The Salt Lake City Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan 500 south o� o provides short term (0-10 years) and long term (10-20 ( ?ft, years) recommendations for future bikeways. The final Q bikeway vision map in the plan shows a network of bike S,„ ,;„P aua TransvalleA_ routes that connects the East Bench activity centers. The r--- C-7/ :I\_,, .., East Bench Plan supports full implementation of the Salt f,1' Lake City Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan. w w w I w •The Salt Lake City Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan M o o oalso provides policies for creating a safe and enjoyable 11700south o 0 walking experience for all users.The plan provides specific recommendations for sidewalks and intersections and RECOMMENDED w a, A _ Q -t includes a map showing recommended future pedestrian —Haiti-Use Paths N improvement areas.Within the East Bench the intensity of —Buffered or Protected Bike Lanes dr �e these improvements should be based on proximityto the --Bike Lanes LSD P —Neighborhood Byways l activitycenters. One specificpedestrian improvement area . Neighborhood Byways P P Crossings&Improvements is the 1300 South 2100 East neighborhood node where —Shared Roadways' —Bikeways Proposed in Univ.of Utah pedestrians are forced to walk in the street or the business Bicycle Master Plan ``N) Requires Further Study parking lot due to a lack of sidewalks. Transvalley Corridor** 137 —Existing Facilities This map from the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan illustrates the future vision over the next 20 years. INITIATIVE C-1 ,6 Safe Walking Routes to Schools - ,,x-,.•.. - . - •• The City should partner with area schools to develop " ' A�",y�y,` =- ,. andexpand programs thatencourage and 'f` ` - p d r •� s kids to walk imm....�_,_ _ bike to school.An example of this type of program is the _ _ r Walking School Bus,which is simply a group of kids that / gather and walk to school with an accompanying adult. _ In conjunction with the schools, the City should establish -• - f- safe walking routes and prioritize safety improvements along those routes. Raised crossings, such as this one near Uintah Elementary, are one traffic calming element that can make routes to school safer. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 9 3 CONNECTING PEO_PL-E-TO PLACES ~_ - Pill • \ tjI■ 111 I INITIATIVE C-1 .7 Safe Pedestrian and Bicycle Access to Public Facilities The City should conduct an accessibility assessment for all public facilities,such as schools,parks,etc.The assessment should identify improvements to the surrounding area to ensure safe connectivity for all users, especially for those walking and bicycling from the adjacent neighborhoods. Although in need of maintenance and improvement, this crossing adjacent to the Anderson-Foothill Library provides a visible pedestrian connection to a public facility. INITIATIVE C-1 .8 Install and Maintain the Sidewalks The East Bench Existing Conditions Report provides an inventory of existing sidewalks and shows that there are a number of streets in the East Bench that lack sidewalks. • L i A focus when making street improvements in the East ti' 3 t .• at•orar Bench should be to install sidewalks where they don't Ot exist and where it is feasible, particularly near pedestrian improvement areas as identified in the Pedestrian and ' 3' - Bicycle Master Plan. .I 'New. There needs to be a continued effort in maintaining the existing sidewalk infrastructure, specifically snow and • vegetation removal. City ordinances require property 4.WAAIV owners to clear snow and vegetation from sidewalks This section of sidewalk along Foothill Drive shows one adjacent to their property and if property owners fail to example of a lack of maintenance. do so they are subject to fines. East Bench residents and business owners should not always rely on City enforcement actions to enhance their neighborhood. They should find ways to work together and lend a helping hand to their neighbors and the City should participate in areas where maintenance is difficult. 9 4 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN • •it II II 1 CCJECTIN � 111� \ �.1; I :j• INITIATIVE C-1.9 "�.. Reduce Pedestrian Conflict a Points All new development on private property should provide direct connections from the sidewalk to the entrance of the building that are separate from the vehicular travel way. • The number of driveways and driveway widths at activity nodes should be kept at a minimum. Buildings in the activity nodes should be oriented to the street and should Pedestrian safety and accessibility should not end at the provide entrances from the adjacent public sidewalk, sidewalk,but should extend to building entrances. This area of the 1300 South&2100 East node should be targeted for improved pedestrian accessibility. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 9 5 1111,1 CONNECTING PEOPLE-TO PLACES .11 thU t ,�, U ■ i1� I I ,.INITIATIVE C-1 ,10 Create New Connections Larger redevelopment projects should include pedestrian 4‘ and bike connections to the adjacent neighborhoods .' a. 00 0 where possible. The Foothill Drive and Parley's Way �j regional node should include better vehicular and active A PJe transportation connectivity. The Pedestrian and Bicycle 0//6j,, ♦' Master Plan identifies a pathway through the Bonneville 6'v v Golf Course from Wasatch Drive to Foothill Drive. This `?,1. • 4. pathway will provide a more efficient bicycle connection to the University of Utah and Research Park,and is supported , by this master plan. ! 1300 South In addition to creating new connections, there should �! ♦ I be an increased effort in improving existing corridors that provide bicycle and pedestrian access through large — - tracts of land. Specific areas of focus are the roadway o through Sunnyside Park that connects the VA Hospital to /$ N N •/": i ry Sunnyside Avenue,Wasatch Drive through the Bonneville o o O. Golf Course, and the pedestrian pathway through Mt. Nm �� Olivet Cemetery connecting Sunnyside Ave to 1300 East _J ,'d I and 500 South.Where appropriate,improvements should Future redevelopment of the Walmart and Foothill Village areas include additional sidewalks and pathways,and enhanced should include safe pedestrian and bicycle connections to bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. adjacent neighborhoods. .� r iVipippillill.".. The link from Sunnyside to The University of Utah Campus and Research Park is an example of a connection for cyclists and pedestrians that lacks pedestrian or bicycle facilities. 9 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN COIECTIN;` I 1I��! I This page intentionally left blank. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 9 7 • _ .y- - — - ; _ '�', • ,� ore — �' __' I �- r. fib i,r �" r \ _ 1 4 ,IY' •• 'I• � • • • r�i jl 1 ,�� lI,11 `� I t ilce;�'�V �.44 + i, .\i:.1. . 1 dooeir -,,,,,,- .&.1*-Ti44,7 . , . . :.:; ,,I.,..4-ciorfiii.:„.-- - • . , , ),4k4.4.0. i -. 71; q-'ella , i ge. .- .--46.._,., . .,- - X % , • , may` iii* d!_ �i�'J!_' V ;.alt 4411), '4 • .: . . "%writ.., Igo- .P.,='.', , . •••• I,.aik,...04q, ,... ;3!c.f..,*.;..1 • . 4--•• , ei .s.... , PARKS ... _ _ - 10...... R CR A 0 \ :. , . , , . , . , ,,,., . . . , . ..„.. A\ D OP \ SPAC ,.... .,,,,.... , .. „. . , ,,, .., 7 0,„ ' r \-• ''.7-1 '\'‘....LX ti- ...-: ' ' .;11... +. fi , i ! ' I P �. 1 .:/ c• �� ti + : . .L emur r � � , c • . 1 . . \ j .1., i&ii' .2;1' r•1 .41,. .J- ;:-..'• . 1W.T..,• •5: 7' • . .-.- .' • . e 0 • , . . ...,, j,#•':..,.. . ,tit. t....7 :wail):.;. cedinwl,,y6roy. z.:47 • .1 oski64.4 . , i._ ,--, • ' 1 ., , 0. • .b j ,, ,',�. ' • ,. ;Ir. Alb`: ' ... _ . • '- ,. • O.._ . ,. --7... ".'''".. ' . '' "-.•"......,....twitIL ,, "shsq,-.--.iirt Y _ . ; - • I. 1 ,,.�{�., — — _ I— Introduction A defining element of the East Bench is the abundance of open space and recreational opportunities within and near the community that are enjoyed by not only the local residents, but by visitors from all over the City and region. The adjacent foothills and the natural stream corridors that bisect the community provide opportunities to enjoy the City's natural resources while also providing critical habitat for wildlife. The Community's vision of an interconnected trail system will provide opportunities for recreation, as well as additional mobility options. • i OPEN SPACE AREA FUNDED I: ,a SALT WE CITY OPEN SPACE w�DS PROGRAM • , ; ',f• - ' SALT WE COUNTY OPEN SPACE PROGRAM - -, '' -N" smo WI WI I WWI Mo MM.MI LAIR wo COWRY w MD COUNCIL !.t I Q.: , ! :' ` o wo..,MOO..w a waive I,.WM«Lowe,sons,woowi 011ll. -... • . -,`_ _ . Rua New can .nu.. n 4141 ssoouro. . L .OM 1 �'�zr _Mitt � '�,. I , ,,,,' a '•.1 G. .,... 4 rifiii .. _ a. _ • ;;EASTu� Cki 1Va if— - „As AI;K7,'RECPEATrON & OPEN SPACE GUIDING PRINCIPLES Proximity and Variety All East Bench residents are in close proximity to a variety of year round and well maintained recreational opportunities. Natural Lands Riparian corridors and other open spaces provide opportunities to interact with nature, are natural trail corridors that connect the City's open space resources, and provide habitat for wildlife and native vegetation. Protect the Foothills The Wasatch foothills are considered the scenic backdrop of the City and are preserved for wildlife habitat and recreation. City Planning Context The important role that parks, recreation and open space have on the health of a community is evident in numerous Citywide and area specific plans. • Plan Salt Lake states: "Our parks, plazas, green ways, and natural lands all _ - s - _ i contribute to our community identity, sense of place, and livability." One of the key guiding principles in Plan Salt Lake places - ,. .4 • importance on: "Protecting the natural environment while providing A number of creek corridors and trails run through East Bench neighborhoods, providing numerous nearby opportunities for access and opportunities to recreate and enjoy nature" residents to enjoy the natural environment. Plan Salt Lake goes further by providing the following including street trees; and initiatives to help communities achieve the overall citywide • Balance protection and management of natural lands with access to recreational opportunities. vision: • Provide access to opportunities for a healthy lifestyle; The Salt Lake City Open Space Plan, adopted in 1992, • Protect and enhance existing parks, recreational is a comprehensive citywide plan for the City.The purpose facilities, and trails allowing for modifications to of the plan is to provide analysis of the City's natural enhance usability and promote activity; environment and identify an approach to connecting the • Enhance trail and open space connectivity through existing natural resources.The Open Space Plan establishes improved visual and physical connections; the following citywide goals: • Preserve open space and critical environmental areas; • Conserve the natural environment; • Protect critical natural wildlife habitat,watersheds, • Enhance open space amenities for all citizens; and ecosystems; • Connect the various parts of the City to natural • Protect and enhance the existing urban forest, environments; and 10 0 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN - -- - —_ ^_��,- �•��._a r— — - PARI , RECREAT cN & OPEN SPACE • Educate the citizens on proper use of open space. however, much of the trail in the East Bench south of Sunnyside Avenue is located along City streets due to There are four corridors in the East Bench Community private property constraints. that are identified in the Open Space Plan: The Emigration Creek Corridor follows Emigration The Bonneville Shoreline Trail Corridor follows Creek from the mouth of the Emigration Canyon the prehistoric shoreline of Lake Bonneville along the through residential neighborhoods and Wasatch foothills of the Wasatch Mountains.The vision for the Hollow Park.Sections of Emigration Creek are located Shoreline Trail is a combined hiking and mountain on private property. biking trail that allows controlled access to other trails into the foothills and provides a development limit The Red Butte Creek Corridor connects Miller line protecting the natural foothill environment from Park and Sunnyside Park to Red Butte Gardens at further encroachment into the foothills. Portions of the mouth of Red Butte Canyon. This corridor goes the existing trail are located in the foothill open space; through the Veterans Administration Hospital campus and follows the creek through Research Park. W LU W J The Transvalley Corridor provides the opportunity to connect several existing open space amenities such as Rotary Glen Park, Pioneer Trails State Park, Hogle Zoo, Sunnyside Park, Liberty Park and the Jordan River. It connects the City east of I-15 to the City west of I-15 and provides a pedestrian/bicycle route from the foothills, through the urban area, into the wetlands. 500 South \ The corridor is mapped in three sections.The Foothills section is located within the East Bench Community. Sunnyside Ave Transvalley Implementation strategies for the Transvalley corridor are addressed in the Major Corridors chapter of this N A in fn CO OS CO Ui plan. 0 0 00 0 M 0 0r— CS) T t��`o�G`ee� 00 The Salt Lake City Parks and Recreation Recovery �c�`°' `;5`. Action Plan was developed in 2001 for the purpose of I1700 South °� providing an inventory and needs assessment of parks within Salt Lake City. The plan states that there is a deficiency in neighborhood and community parks within the East Bench and states that the City should pursue the 0,7ys4,, development of parks along the foothills that would provide ay view vistas and access to foothill trails. The plan further states that a "Mountain Recreation Area" designation EP should be established for all publicly-owned land on the ® Wasatch Front between Emigration and Parley's Canyons. There are four open space corridors that run through the East Bench community and many of the improvements envisioned The Wasatch Hollow Open Space Plan was adopted in by the Open Space Master Plan have yet to be realized. The green lines represent corridors and not specific trail paths, 2011 and covers the Emigration Creek riparian corridor EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 01 likibmme".•... '_.l-T- . .� _ PAI;KS,' EC1 EAT N & OPEN SPACE ` _ portions of the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, an important regional recreational resource. These areas can be very popular and attract visitors from the larger city and region. ru►snania+M NOLLow NATURAL sPACF AREA The long term Vision for the foothills above the City MI U. �..a Boundary is to develop the Bonneville Shoreline Trail near MY WE COMM 04 MO MOM r the eastern edge of the existing development and establish MIND ^ ._ the trail as the development limit line.The foothills east of lk, + =' '► the trail would remain as open ace that provides wildlife ,.;: P P habitat and recreational opportunities, and remains a `� - stunning visual backdrop for Salt Lake City. Overall Lanc Use Distribution The Wasatch Hollow Open Space Plan details a number of improvements, including a final plan for the trail, The East Bench Existing Conditions Report provides an between 1600 East, 1800 East, 1700 South and Harrison overview of the current state, location and other aspects Avenue. The purpose of the plan is to establish strategies of parks, recreation and open space facilities in the East that protect native vegetation, water quality, and aquatic Bench Community. Parks, recreation and open space and terrestrial wildlife habitat of Emigration Creek while land uses occupy approximately 30% of the land area in providing appropriate access and educational opportunities the East Bench. This includes developed neighborhood for the public. The plan provides a good baseline of the or community parks,designated or zoned open space, the existing conditions of the riparian corridor and provides Bonneville Golf Course, This is the Place State Park, the future management direction for the open space area Hogle Zoo and recreational facilities such as the Salt Lake including a final plan showing trail and use type locations. Sports Complex. The East Bench Master Plan supports these citywide and Park Distribution area specific plans. Future improvements in the East Bench Plan Salt Lake places a high emphasis on ensuring that should be consistent with the policies established in these all Salt Lake residents have convenient access to parks plans and any subsequent changes adopted by the Salt and recreational facilities. These places provide not only Lake City Council. opportunities for recreation, but also serve as spaces for Existing Conditions social interaction and community building. Plan Salt Lake sets a target of providing these facilities within '/z mile of The East Bench Community is situated at the base of the all residents. Wasatch Foothills and is bisected by prominent stream corridors, both of which are valuable resources in the local Within the East Bench,approximately 35%of households ecosystem. There is a close relationship in the East Bench are more than a half mile walking distance from a public between the urban and natural environment, which is a park. There are also a limited number of parks that provide sports facilities such as baseball fields,soccer/football fields defining feature of the community. or tennis courts. The southern half of the East Bench The proximity of the undeveloped foothills to the east community lacks any City-provided public sports facilities. provides an abundance of recreational opportunities,such as hiking or biking. There are many trail routes from the Areas located further than 1/2 mile from existing parks edges of the community into the foothill areas, including and playgrounds should be considered priority areas for 1 0 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN --7 _'--.-r _ PARKS, RECREATION&OPEN SPACE park planning in the East Bench Community.All future Urban Forest parks should focus on providing diverse amenities,such as One of the defining features of many of the neighborhoods skateboard facilities,bicycle facilities,dog play areas,sports in the East Bench is the mature vegetation.This is a major fields and other play/exercise equipment that encourage contribution to the City's urban forest,which helps to active lifestyles. cool the City,reduces air pollution,creates wildlife habitat and helps to mitigate other impacts related to our urban environment. /7/ rell / = ,, > 500 South � 500 South 1 1111111k. SUnnySide Ave ' Sunnysid A '-':1-':-,..,... ;` ,e: _____„, ,,8 ,,,,8 8,, 7i7.liA MSOur�ll SQL, 1700 South N.oo southp� P rIM N �Y Y. • a e f13�3!f1 �P,1• ya ta- Al r - -Parks 1 Properties Within 1/2 Mile of a Park iv Iv The areas shown in light green on the map are within a half- The green areas in the above map represent the tree canopies mile from a park.Approximately 65%of households in the East that make up the urban forest in the East Bench.Nearly half Bench have access to a park within a half-mile of their home. of the community is covered by tree canopies,making the Areas not shown in green are considered priority areas for canopy an important character defining feature for much of the future park planning. East Bench. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 0 3 r=AI KS' EC ;EA�T?ON & OPEN SPACE ——ter : ��''3 is • - - MOVING FORWARD > > > The following are the guiding principles and associated initiatives that are intended to help guide the East Bench Community into the future. The initiatives include general policies, as well as specific strategies and goals. Applicable Plan Salt Lake policies are also included that help inform these guiding principles and initiatives. GUIDING PRINCIPLE PR-01 All East Bench residents are in close proximity to a variety of year round and well maintained recreational opportunities. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Neighborhoods • Promote accessible neighborhood services and amenities, including parks, natural lands, and schools. • Improve green infrastructure (including parks, natural lands, green-ways, and urban forestry) in neighborhoods by incorporating best management practices for our parks and streetscapes. Growth • Provide access to opportunities for a healthy lifestyle (including parks, trails, recreation, and healthy food). Parks & Recreation • Provide accessible parks and recreation spaces within 1/2 mile of all residents. • Protect and enhance existing parks, recreational facilities, and trails allowing for modifications to enhance usability and promote activity. • Establish level of service standards that address type, proximity, quality, and quantity of park space that is responsive to both citywide and neighborhood needs. INITIATIVE PR-1 .1 Utilize Schools to Fill the the built-out nature of the East Bench and the associated Park Deficiency Gap difficulties in establishing new parks or other facilities, this strategy is a cost-effective way to help fill the gap with One way to fill the gap in park facilities is to utilize other minimal community disruption and impact. assets in the community, such as the local schools.While these facilities may not be as readily accessible to the public as a public park due to scheduled school functions,they do contain many similar features,such as outdoor play fields, indoor sports courts,and playgrounds.Partnering with the schools to emphasize the use of the grounds as public open space and recreation facilities should be pursued. Given 1 0 4 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN 2 =PART CREATION & OPEN SPACE INITIATIVE PR-1 .2 Maintain and Improve Existing Facilities The lack of available land to build more parks accentuates the importance of ensuring that the existing parks are maintained and improved. The existing City parks in the East Bench Community should be improved with the goal of providing diverse amenities,such as skateboard facilities, bicycle facilities, dog play areas,tennis courts,sports fields and other play/exercise equipment that encourages an active lifestyle. �-- Skateparks are one possible recreational option that could help diversify the recreational amenities available in the community. INITIATIVE PR-1 .3 Preserve Bonneville Golf Course The Bonneville Golf Course was established in 1929 and has provided year round recreational opportunities for the surrounding neighborhood,as well as visitors from outside of the East Bench Community. In addition to recreation, the golf course provides valuable wildlife habitat. The golf course should continue to function as an open space recreation facility that not only provides golf opportunities in the warm months, but is open for winter recreation as well. Future improvements should include a multi-use trail through the golf course that utilizes the Emigration Creek open space corridor and connects Wasatch Drive and Foothill Drive. Improvements to the Bonneville Golf Course should be coordinated with all City Departments in Additional recreational opportunities should be explored for an effort to enhance East Bench recreational opportunities, the Bonneville Golf Course, while protecting existing wildlife habitat. protect wildlife habitat and improve connectivity in the neighborhood. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 10 5 AI;K , RECCEAT1ON & OPEN SPACE INITIATIVE PR-1 .4 Support Expansion of the Salt Lake Sports Complex The Salt Lake City Sports Complex located on Guardsman Way provides numerous indoor recreation amenities, r such as ice skating, swimming, and gym equipment. The facility also has an outdoor pool open during the warmer �I ;; months. The East Bench community supports further expansion of the complex to provide additional recreational opportunities in the community. Expansion of the existing Salt Lake City Sports Complex is supported by the East Bench community. INITIATIVE PR-1 .5 Provide Off-Leash Dog Areas One particular type of facility that is desired within the East Bench is off-leash dog play areas.The City should find appropriate areas for these facilities in existing parks and * ki$ open space areas that balance natural land preservation F - ji with recreation. The City has designated an off-leash do = - area in Rotary Glen Park,which is a good start. The City should continue to find appropriate locations for off-leash .. f facilities,particularly in walkable areas of the community. ` i� -- A few off-leash dog areas have been established in existing parks in the City, such as this one in Herman L Franks Park in the Central Community. INITIATIVE PR-1 .6 Expand Sunnyside Park To integrate and align opportunities for improving neighborhood environments, increasing public park land and creating a well-connected and designed city park that includes culture, recreation, gathering places, such as a senior center, ecological and traills assets, Salt Lake City in association with other partners, should initiate and pursue acquisition of land located in between Sunnyside Park and Steiner Recreation Center. 1 0 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN PARK, RECREATION & OPEN SrACE GUIDING PRINCIPLE PR-02 Riparian corridors and other open spaces provide opportunities to interact with nature, are natural trail corridors that connect the City's open space resources, and provide habitat for wildlife and native vegetation. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Neighborhoods • Promote accessible neighborhood services and amenities, including parks, natural lands, and schools. • Improve green infrastructure (including parks, natural lands, green-ways, and urban forestry) in neighborhoods by incorporating best management practices for our parks and streetscapes. Air Quality • Protect and enhance the existing urban forest, including street trees. Natural Environment • Preserve natural open space and sensitive areas to sustain biodiversity and ecosystem functions. Parks & Recreation • Balance protection and management of natural lands with access to recreational opportunities. • Enhance trail and open space connectivity through improved visual and physical connections. • Protect and enhance existing parks, recreational facilities, and trails allowing for modifications to enhance usability and promote activity. Beautiful City • Protect, maintain, and expand the City's urban forest, including the provision of adequate space and infrastructure for street trees to thrive. • Create opportunities to connect with nature in urban areas. • Reinforce the development of a connected green network of urban open spaces and forest that accommodates active transportation and provides contact with nature. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 07 AI,KS;'REC��EATtON & OPEN SPACE INITIATIVE PR-2.1 Implement the Open Space develop a trail connecting the Wasatch Hollow Open Plan Space area to 1900 East. In regards to all of the corridors identified in the Open Space Red Butte Creek Corridor Plan, the City should maintain ownership of property, or • Maintain trails through Miller Park. easements over property, along the corridors where they • Work with the University of Utah,Research Park and already have it and should pursue future property and/or the Veterans Administration Hospital and encourage them to design future developments to positively easement acquisition where possible. interact with the corridor. Future development The following are specific recommendations related to the should not turn its back on the corridor but should implementation of the open space corridors in the East compliment it. It should be seen as an amenity to Bench Community: future development. Shoreline Trail • Protect and preserve the integrity of the riparian • Negotiate property acquisition or easements with corridor. private property owners along the eastern City run boundary to complete the trail in the foothill open SHORELINE TRAIL CORRIDOR Emigration to Parley's Canyon space area. EARNG • Coordinate and establish connections to trails that M SA ELIE,,.id penetrate the eastern foothills. • Establish the Shoreline Trail as the edge of the built } xroG cwrd area and discourage development beyond this edge. 3 ' . �;- • Partner with area stakeholders and develop a corridor v1 u'o nature park between Sunnyside Avenue and Red a�. t'F PAT` W:F_ ei n Butte Canyon. "'� g STATE rmoc Emigration Creek Corridorrw_ , .'�: • Implement the Wasatch Hollow Open Space Plan. ISSAATCA1 MINE • Investigate the feasibility of using the Emigration = - r,4 Creek tunnel under Foothill Drive as a trail corridor. The 1992 Open Space Plan provides recommended improvements to open space corridors throughout the City. • The section of the corridor adjacent to the Foothill Anderson Library should be embraced by the library INITIATIVE P R-2.2 as a nature learning area and improved as such. Preserve and Expand Foothill • Private property along the corridor should be Trails and Trailheads respected. The areas of Emigration Creek that are located on private property should be protected as The majority of the open, non-developed areas in the riparian open space, but should not include public foothills are not located within Salt Lake City limits. trails unless authorized by the property owners. However, they are enjoyed and heavily utilized by the Pedestrian and bicycle routes along the public right- East Bench Community due to their close proximity. of-way should be improved to provide links between When fully implemented, the Bonneville Shoreline Trail the publicly accessible open space corridors. will serve as the major north-south corridor that provides • Negotiate trail easements or acquire property and access to east-west trails going to more remote areas of the 10 8 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN i=ARKS, fECREATION & OPEN Sr—ACE foothills. The City should work with Salt Lake County Developing a comprehensive trail system also involves and the US Forest Service to develop a foothill trail system developing sufficient access points. Where possible, plan for the purpose of preserving the existing sustainable trailheads should be developed as multi-use facilities trails east of the City limits and creating new trails where providing parking, restroom facilities, playground feasible. The City and County and should work with equipment, and view areas. These facilities should be the owners of the property located outside of the City designed in a manner that makes all users feel safe. boundary to establish trail easements to the public Forest Trailheads should be viewed as opportunities to help meet Service lands.The foothill trail system should be designed the recreation needs of the surrounding neighborhood. to reduce user conflicts and enhance the user experience. The map below shows the approximate location of potential For example, trails dedicated to walkers and uphill only mountain bikers should be coupled with downhill only trails and trailheads that have been recommended in mountain bike trails. various City planning documents and are supported by this plan. 1700 S \ oomoe poi Ln y C I Blaine Ave'9 w 0x �* 1 J°C I ,ca O i 0 tO 0 ; r I N N N \ .r G ` \• •�' I L 1 N ,„ VI E O t tz ,` ? I r C_ y, y £ N �` I Redondo A4, '� 1 Ave 2100 S A 3 in in Co �e'yY/and O m c Elm Ave Wilmington°° o *ionwealth Q Rd �i� Ave v %1 �ecc •4�4s Sr', Yermo Ave° ' ar �� / I sO'', Ave CO ,(rJOejt�. r I c" Srr/nghat'e �\ ,m . C I. ` „. • Foothill Access Points ‘ rer% • Recommended Park Sites �t° —-Arcadia Heights Plan Boundary �� Plan Trail Type —Bonneville Shoreline Trail System —Recommended Local Trails t\ -Recommended Secondary Trails \ Existing Trails ,• •—•Sidewalk ••:� •—•Mt Bike+Hiking \•\ 1 Miles �'--.. .� J A 0 0.075 0.15 0.3 4..... . �.`:;•\ The Arcadia Heights Plan (1998) included a number of recommended trail system improvements (shown above)that are supported by this plan. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 10 9 AI KS' EC;EAfiTON & O�EN Sr ACE ~� -.°` -; - - .a. _ - 3 - INITIATIVE PR-2.3 Preserve and Expand the .:4:• r':""- = .,ii,v`• - Urban Forest : -: x. ''' : . • i ' The City's urban forest should be preserved wherever ..a • ' ''iy.,- �:lr • •� possible, particularly along the public right-of-way. Laii.When designing street and sidewalk improvements, the . 4 �- - ', • -• City should consider landscape features that expand the - r ' ..,ir. * 'A' : '• ' 4., urban forest and design sidewalks and curbs to support ` • `� .`� existing, healthy trees instead of removing them. Private ',cu.,'•,.•" . --!- ' development should make every effort possible to design — ____ around existing trees. Where the removal of trees is - — - -au( unavoidable, they should be replaced elsewhere. The City should continue to fund programs that financially assist - property owners who wish to install new street trees in The extensive tree canopies are a defining feature of the East their park strips in order to expand the urban forest. Bench and should be preserved and expanded. INITIATIVE P R 2,4 restored to their natural condition to the extent possible in order to provide nature corridors through the City, while Protect Natural Lands and allowing people to experience the setting. Development Habitat should have an adequate setback from the riparian area in order to preserve the hydrological, ecological,aesthetic, The City has undertaken some efforts in the East Bench to protect natural lands and open space areas through the recreational, and educational functions that these areas provide.Any construction associated with new development development of the Wasatch Hollow Open Space Plan, should limit the removal of riparian vegetation and protect the Miller Park Restoration Plan, and through adoption of the Riparian Corridor Overlay Zoning District. The this vegetation from construction impacts. East Bench Master Plan supports implementation of these efforts. • - - • '. *A y <'• { - r y Future open space planning efforts in the East Bench should ti - `_;-'`' r. �. - • •' ' not focus on closingoff human access to natural lands. .. , �+.' :r ' r`' - - ::�•' 'F, ' ".tee._ _ They allow the East Bench Community to momentarily ' ,. 4. "� ' - escape from the urban environment, act as neighborhood • „ �'t� ;`�, -k sa gathering places and are natural playgrounds for kids. ✓� Accessibility to natural lands should be embraced and ;, - ,.). - . '• `• - y- F.,• 't designed in a way that allows people to be a part of the + '. ;`--:. ' '� natural environment without negatively impacting it. r�a� .- •.+c. - . , ' .:‘ -, •1 y The Red Butte and Emigration riparian corridors are - . . f `.. important features of the East Bench and contribute to i. _:-::'.. �- the quality of life of all residents of the City.As such, it is - J • critical that these corridors are protected. They should be Formal walking paths in Miller Park allow people to explore, while still restoring and protecting the natural spaces. 11 0 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN -4'�� _PAR CREAT cN & OPEN SPACE INITIATIVE PR-2.5 INITIATIVE PR-2.7 Support Wildlife Daylight Creeks With the foothill open space land to the east and the During major improvements on public lands, the natural stream corridors that traverse the community, responsible agency should daylight undergound creeks the East Bench is the interface between the natural and wherever possible. The City should incentivize private urban environment. Abundant wildlife either lives in the property owners to daylight underground creeks within East Bench or crosses the East Bench to access habitat. their properties through education, easements, technical Future projects in the East Bench should recognize this assistance and/or other strategies. role and should incorporate features to support this role. Some examples might include, but are not limited to, wildlife caution signs on streets near open space corridors; preserving existing habitat areas;creating new connections between habitat areas;and removing fish and other wildlife barriers,such as creek burial that can disrupt connectivity in stream habitats. INITIATIVE PR-2.6 Dark-Sky Friendly Lighting The East Bench is the interface between the natural and urban environment.As such, the built environment within the community should respect the natural surroundings. One particular aspect of development that can impact both the natural and human environment is lighting. In an effort to minimize disruption to wildlife, impacts on adjacent property, and the community's enjoyment of the night sky, lighting should: • Only be on when needed; • Only light the area that needs it; • Be no brighter than necessary; • Minimize blue light emissions; and • Be fully shielded and pointing downward. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 1 1 AfKS'r;ECGEAfi1ON & OPEN SPACE GUIDING PRINCIPLE PR-03 The Wasatch foothills are considered the scenic backdrop of the City and should be preserved for wildlife habitat and recreation. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Growth t ,. • Preserve open space and critical environmental areas. Natural Environment • Preserve natural open space and sensitive areas to sustain biodiversity and ecosystem functions. Beautiful City • Identify, preserve, and enhance view corridors and vistas, including views of natural lands around and within the City. INITIATIVE PR-3.1 Preserve the Foothill Open designated as open space and conveyed to a land Space trust or similar public or private entity for perpetual preservation. One obstacle in preserving the foothill open space area is the private property that extends beyond the city boundary • Streets and utilities serving the development should and into the foothills. A government entity cannot take be constructed to serve the development itself or away all development opportunities from a private property provide access to adjacent open space. It should owner. First and foremost, the City, in conjunction with not be built to accommodate or encourage further other open space stakeholders, should pursue ownership private development. of these lands or obtain conservation easements. In the . Cuts and fills in grade should be kept to a minimum. event any of the property is developed it should be done Natural vegetation should be preserved, and so according to the following policies: structures should be tucked into hillsides rather • Annexation in the City should be required for all than perched on knolls and other prominent,visible development.The city should refuse to provide water areas. Location and height of foothill development or sewer services to accommodate development of should be such that development blends into natural property outside city boundaries. features to the extent possible. • Development should be limited to single-family • Require that foothill trail access and trailhead land uses or other low intensity uses that serve the facilities, such as off-street parking and garbage neighborhood,and should minimize impacts to the receptacles,are designed into each new development natural environment and views of the foothills.The at appropriate locations. development should be clustered in a manner that • All developments should be required to dedicate a preserves the maximum amount of open space. strip of land around the perimeter of the development • Private land that is undevelopable should be to the City for control over future development. 1 1 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN _. 'T; PARaaECREATION&OPEN SPACE This page intentionally left blank. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 11 3 APPENDIX ..... .. •, - v q,r , . _ ehilirtiji • •ice , ,,:,. _ 4*• 'ems Jo • 7 j y . i 41 ZS, - /a 1 1 4 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN ' MINErw- __ _ --- 7 -- - i APPENDIX CONTENTS 1 Implementation 116 2 Parley's Way Corridor Plan 118 . „ it.41111111111IIIIIIIV 1 11 : — .... .n ths 4: .. ...„‘ . . J EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 11 F r 00•alb',46 - 1 1 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN lIlliillIllIlltla.w. = Ill AO Introduction This section provides the necessary tools for Salt Lake City to allocate resources that will turn the vision of the master plan into reality. This chapter also provides the basis for monitoring the master plan's effectiveness and determining when changes should be made to certain elements of the plan. • ilit_,.Iii.scv iff• - -,---- - . ' i • •' • — 7 ,,,. --*. mt. .- .. _ , , - IP. 1 :- ; ' III .-'sillit:t .. " A6 • • 1 4 ♦ i .2r . - t *^OP ,44111, ... r jp � _ 11rr EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I _ 1 1 7 A IMPLEMENTATION IMPLEMENTATION Resources The strategies identified within the "Moving Forward" section of each chapter of the East Bench Master Plan are summarized below in the Implementation Matrix.Each strategy is given a"score"based on four resources:staff resources, finances, time and community resources.The score is a relative gauge of that strategy's requirements for those resources and has no specific meaning or value on its own. The four pieces of the scale are symbolized as follows: Ongoing Low Medium High 0 0000 L...%dr 0000 Each of these means something different based on the resource. It is important to understand the meanings within the context of the resource. Staff is the amount of time or number of staff people required for Salt Lake City to accomplish the given strategy. The resource level is described as follows: • Low:Projects that can be managed by a small number of staff members and do not require full allocation of their regular work hours. • Medium: Projects that may require a team of staff, often from multiple departments or divisions, and last for several months and possibly a year. • High:Projects that require a large number of staff members from multiple departments or divisions and are expected to require multiple years to accomplish. • Ongoing: Projects that are completed by staff members as part of their day-to-day activities. Finances are the costs associated with the project whether it is managed by the city or other public entity or by a private developer. The more expensive a project is, the more likely it is that there will be multiple funding sources and other financial issues that may make a project more difficult to implment. • Low: Projects that require little to no special allocation of funds and can typically be completed within the departments' existing budget. On the private sector side, these are projects that are relatively simple and require no public dollars. • Medium:Projects that may require some funding that is not ordinarily part of a department's budget. Private projects may require multiple funding sources due to the scale of the proposal and the private financing is dependent upon the lending environment at the time. Private projects at this scale may be supplemented by public funding from specific funding sources, loan programs or other grants if available. • High: Projects that require a large sum of money that is specifically funded from a variety of sources such as the city's general fund, bonding, Community Development Block Grants or other grants. Private financing is often complex and requires a number of investors. Public dollars are often used to supplement private financing. • Ongoing: Projects with ongoing funding are those that come from a combination of application and permit fees or are part of a department's normal budget. 1 1 8 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN IMPLEMENTATION Time refers to the amount of time a project may take based on all the factors involved in it coming to fruition. • Low:The timeframe involved with these projects is usually short and extend from required public processes, such as hearings with the Planning Commission or City Council, and permitting and business licensing. Typically, these projects take less than a year but may take longer if additional public involvement is necessary or desired. • Medium: Projects on a medium time scale take two or three years to complete due to the public involvement required and the need for coordination between multiple parties, organizations or developers. They may require more than one meeting before the Planning Commission, City Council or RDA Board. Permitting is also more variable for these projects and has a greater impact on the length of time needed for the project. • High: Projects such as these take a long time to implement due to their size, complexity and potential public processes. Such projects often require coordination between several agencies,such as Salt Lake City, UDOT, UTA and property owners. It is possible that projects at this scale require action from the state legislature.Additionally, they may require lengthy permitting and construction schedules. • Ongoing: Ongoing projects are those that are not generally tied to a specific timeline but are completed through standard permitting or licensing approvals. This may also include monitoring of implementation strategies and programmatic functions related to implementation of other strategies. The last dimension of each strategy is the Community.This refers to the efforts of those who live,work or run a business in the East Bench. It can also include residents elsewhere in Salt Lake City that visit the East Bench or take advantage of its assets. The scale of each strategy or project is a measure of the time, coordination and other factors based within the community. • Low: Projects like these generally involve one or two stakeholders and require little coordination. • Medium: For these projects, the stakeholder list is larger than "low" level projects and often includes more than neighboring property owners. Other stakeholders could include business owners and community organizations. • High:Projects at this level may include hundreds of people with various interests in the project. Stakeholders would likely include residents, property owners, business owners, community organizations and possibly representatives of local, regional, state or federal government agencies. • Ongoing: Ongoing implementation strategies and projects are those on an ongoing time scale that are either "by right" (i.e., require no public process or hearings) or need only administrative approvals. They typically impact a very small area or involve only one or two property owners and need little to no coordination with other parties. EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 11 9 IMPLEMENTATION — AI--^R-1-I Implementation Vatrix Below is a summary of the implementation strategies found in each chapter and the scale of each in terms of the four resources identified above. Neighborhoods ilia db. N-01 Neighborhood Compatibility: Development and infrastruc- ture improvements complement the unique architectural Staff Finances Time Community styles and development patterns that define individual neigh- borhoods. N-1.1 Assist the community in identifying specific characteristics 001 0 and boundaries that define their neighborhood. N-1.2 Conduct historic resource surveys of neighborhoods, or sections of neighborhoods, where the age of development is D00( D00 at least 50 years old. N-1.3 Identify and implement tools for the purpose of preserving the character defining features of a neighborhood. Tools may include, but are not limited to National Historic Districts, 3 0 Local Historic Preservation Districts, Character Conservation Districts, or changes to residential zoning regulations. N-02 Social Interaction: Social Development and infrastructure improvements create friendly, safe, and welcom- ing neighborhoods that encourage interaction through all stages of life. N-2.1 Incorporate seating areas, plazas and other social interac- (a) tion design elements in public infrastructure projects adja- 0000 0000 cent to neighborhood nodes. N-2.1 Implement zoning changes at neighborhood nodes to re- (b) quire new development to integrate design elements, such 0 0000 as seating areas and plazas that encourage social interac- tion. N-2.2 Assist the community in holding neighborhood events that (a) help to implement the East Bench Community vision. N-2.2 Simplify the permit process for holding community events. (b) N-03 Housing Choices: Provide a diverse mix of housing choices for all stages of life and income ranges. N-3.1 Evaluate projects that require planning processes according to a no net loss in housing policy. Projects should not result 0 0 0 0 in a loss in existing housing units unless the project is fulfill- ing another community need. N-3.2 Evaluate and implement zoning changes to allow accessory dwelling units in appropriate areas of the East Bench. 0 N-3.3 Rezone existing multi-family residential properties to a zon- ing district that allows the existing number of dwelling units. 0000 Ongoing Low Medium High 0 .. 0 1 2 0 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN • IMPLEMENTATION N-04 Activity Nodes: Neighborhood activity centers enhance the livability of the community by providing goods and services, and places for social interaction, worship, and recreation. They are designed to be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and create a sense of place. N-4.1 Consider community benefits when analyzing projects within 0 0 0 00 neighborhood commercial nodes. N-4.2 Assist neighborhood businesses in forming neighborhood busi- (a) ness associations. O _ _. 0000 N-4.2 Continue to develop economic development tools aimed at (b) helping neighborhood business districts thrive and create an 0000 000w identity for themselves. N-4.3 Support and facilitate public improvements, art, and amenities that activiate the individual neighborhood business districts, 0 0 0 00 create a sense of place, and implement traffic calming mea- sures. N-4.4 Evaluate neighborhood commercial zoning districts to deter- mine if they require adequate buffering and appropriate build- 0000 ing design. N-4.5 Analyze methods to mitigate parking impacts on properties 0 0 0 0 adjacent to neighborhood business districts. N-4.6 Analyze the commercial zoning boundaries at the 1300 South & 1700 East and 1300 South & 2100 East commercial nodes and rezone the existing abutting commercial uses that are 0000 located in residential zoning districts to a neighborhood com- mercial zone. N-4.7 Evaluate and implement new zoning at the 1300 South &2100 d 000,_ East commercial node. Major ,• ' • • MC- Safe and Efficient Movement of People:The major streets 01 serve as primary transportation corridors and provide multiple Staff Finances Time Community choices for moving people safely and efficiently. MC Implement solutions to moving automobiles efficiently along 0 0 0 0 1.1 Foothill Drive. MC Improve regional and local public transit along Foothill Drive 1.2 including transit stops that incorporate shelters, benches, 0 0 lighting and other design elements that complement the public space. MC Implement the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan with a 1.3 specific focus on enhancing crossings at major intersections along the major corridors; improving bike lanes along 1300 East, Sunnyside Avenue, and Parley's Way; and developing 0 0 0 multi-use paths connecting Parley's Way to Parley's Crossing and through Bonneville Golf Course connecting Wasatch Drive to Foothill Drive. MC Explore programs to assist property owners in maintaining 0000 0000 1.4(a) sidewalks whose rears yards front Foothill Drive. - - MC Improve the pedestrian experience along Foothill Drive by level- 1.4(b) ing and widening sidewalks and providing a buffer between the 0 0 0 00 4) sidewalk and the curb where appropriate. Ongoing Low Medium High 0 0 )0C 0 EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 21 -::1 IMPLEMENTATION - 1. - MC- Safe and Efficient Movement of People(Continued) Staff Finances Time Community 01 MC Place wayfinding signs along major corridors that are in a con- 1.5 sistent design theme and directs motorists, pedestrians, and O O O O bicyclists to the major activity centers, as well as to connecting pathways and open space corridors. MC Implement the Transvalley Corridor along Sunnyside Avenue. 1.6(a) MC Work with property owners along Sunnyside Avenue on future O O O O 1.6(b) _project designs that complement the Transvalley Corridor. _ - MC Work with the Salt Lake City School District to open up the 1.6(c) East High playing fields for public use to complement the D00( Transvalley Corridor. MCO2 Entryway to the City: The major streets provide a sense of arrival and showcase the City's approach to transportation, land use and sustainability. MC Design and construct gateway features near the freeway off- 2.1 ramp on Foothill Drive and near Crestview Drive on Sunnyside 0 0 0 Avenue. MC Improve the street rights-of-way along gateway streets to 2.2(a) create beautiful and safe gateway corridors. Design treatments should include pedestrian scale street lighting, street furniture 0 0 0 0 and pavement treatments that relate to the character of each gateway. _ MC Design and construct small scale entry features at key inter- 2.2(b) sections to notify people that they are leaving a major corridor 0000 0000 and entering a neighborhood, as well as to provide safe cross- ings for pedestrians and bicyclists. MC03 Connect Neighborhoods: The major streets are not perceived as barriers between neighborhoods. Intersections create active and safe nodes that connect neighborhoods. MC Design and implement improvements at key intersections for 0 0 0 0 3.1 safety and neighborhood identity. MC04 People Oriented, Mixed-Use Development: Development along Foothill Drive and Parley's Way provide a mix of housing and commercial choices. Development is people-oriented, built at a community level scale, compatible with adjacent neighborhoods, and maximizes the City's investment in public infrastructure. MC Evaluate zoning at the nodes along Foothill Drive and 4.1 change the zoning where appropriate to meet the Master 0 000L, Plan initiatives. MC Change the zoning on properties along Foothill Drive that 4.2 have been identified in the Master Plan as Neighborhood 0000 Scale Multi-Family Residential. Ongoing Low Medium High 0 0 1 2 2 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN i . _ - -' et I i� ii IM�=LEMENTATION Regional Activity Center TI I R-01 Collaboration: Future growth of the East Bench regional Staff Finances Time Community activity center is a coordinated effort between the City, the surrounding neighborhoods, and the activity center facilities that balances State and regional needs with the livability of adjacent neighborhoods - R-1.1 Evaluate zoning changes that support a mix of land uses. I R-1.2 Establish a communication and coordination protocol with 0 0 0 State and Federal facilities in an effort to integrate City Planning efforts into the planning and design of State and _Federal projects. _ _ _ _ _ R-1.3 Improve public transit to and from the southeast area of the 0 I. 0 0 (a) Salt Lake Valley. R-1.3 Plan and implement efficient transportation alternatives 0 0 0 0 (b) within the Regional Activity Center. R-1.4 Work with partners to develop solutions to infrastructure 0 0 0 0 impacts prior to construction of new development projects. R-1.5 Evaluate zoning and work with partnering agencies on limit- (a) ing building height near the base of the foothills. R-1.5 Implement the Open Space Plan related to the Red Butte 0 0 0 (b) Creek Corridor. R-1.5 Design and implement pedestrian and bicycle connections 0 0 (c) to the foothill trail system. R-1.6 Work with partners to ensure that all new development in 0 0 0 0 (a) Research Park includes the necessary infrastructure for pedestrian and bicycle circulation. R 1.6 Develop a connected pedestrian and bicycle system be- 0 001 0 (b) _tween all of the facilities in the Regional Activity Center. _ _ _ _ _ R-1.7 Work with the University of Utah to continue develop- O00`, ment of Research Park as a high tech, bioengineering and research district that includes a mix of uses that support employees and is designed to encourage alternative trans- portation methods, such as bicycling, walking and transit. I I R-1.8 Work with the Foothill Cultural District in developing a plan D00( 0 to create a connected cultural and natural history district. Ongoing Low Medium High 0 0 - OC 0 EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 2 3 IMPLEMENTATION Connecting People to Places C-01 A Safe, Efficient and Multi-Modal Network: The East Bench mobility network is an efficient, safe, and accessi- ble transportation system that provides multiple options for connecting people to employment, services, shopping, Staff Finances Time Community entertainment, recreational and cultural opportunities within the East Bench community, and connects the East Bench to the City and region. C-1.1(a) Increase regional transit options along Foothill Drive to O 0 0 0 and from the Regional Activity Center. C-1.1(b) Increase local east-west transit options between the 0 0 0 0 neighborhoods and Foothill Drive. C-1.2 Work with the University of Utah on expanding their shut- 0 tle service into the adjacent neighborhoods. C-1.3 Incorporate transit stop improvements into street and 0 0 0 sidewalk projects at activity nodes. C-1.4(a) Incorporate improvements to collector streets that accom- O 0 0 modate various modes of transportation. C-1.4(b) Incorporate improvements to local streets that focus on slowing automobile traffic to improve safety on local 0 0 0 streets. C-1.5 Implement the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan. 0 0 C-1.6(a) Develop and expand programs that encourage kids to 00L _ walk and bike to school. C-1.6(b) Establish safe walking routes to schools and prioritize 0000 OOOC safety improvements along those routes. C-1.7 Conduct an accessibility assessment for all public facili- ties within the community to identify public improvements - ,o� 000C that would improve pedestrian and bike accessibility to the facilities. C-1.8(a) Install sidewalks where there are none, particularly near pedestrian improvement areas as identified in the Pedes- 0000 0 000C trian and Bicycle Master Plan. C-1.8(b) Explore programs to assist property owners with sidewalk maintenance in difficult areas, such as double frontage ThO^0 0rThe^ ^^e0 Ono(' lots C-1.9 Implement zoning changes that require new development to incorporate improvements that reduce pedestrian and automobile conflicts, such as including pedestrian con 0000 0000 OOOC nections from the sidewalk to entrances of buildings that are separate from the vehicular travel way, minimizing the number of driveways at activity nodes. C-1.10 Provide better vehicular and active transportation connec- (a) tivity through the Foothill Drive and Parley's Way regional O 0 0 node with future development of the node. C-1.10 Construct a bicycle/pedestrian pathway through Bonne- (b) ville Golf Course that connects Wasatch Drive to Foothill 0000 ^"e0 000C Drive. Ongoing Low Medium High 0 0 )0 0 1 2 4 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN i_L ill A -. _ �. , ,. - - ,. _ . -= - �=-g_ ..__.;,., ::+ -4 4f ..ir- 11`=-�, ,,.._ IMPLEMENTATION _ _-. �r = C-01 A Safe, Efficient and Multi-Modal Network (continued) Staff Finances Time Community C-1.10 Improve the pedestrian pathway along Wasatch Drive _ _ .JvdCr J�OL, uua` (c) through the Bonneville Golf Course. C-1.10 Construct bicycle and pedestrian improvements along the (d) roadway through Sunnyside Park that connects Sunny- 0000 0000 uu00 000L side Avenue and the VA Hospital. C-1.10 Open up the bicycle and pedestrian pathway through Mt. (e) Olivet Cemetery connecting Sunnyside Avenue to 1300 0000 0 - 00 0 East and 500 South. Parks Recreation & Open Space PR-01 Proximity and Variety: All East Bench residents are in close proximity to a variety of year round and well main- Staff Finances Time Commun tained recreational opportunities. PR-1.1 Emphasize the use of school grounds as public open 0000 space and recreation facilities. PR-1.2 Improve existing parks with diverse recreational amenities 0 0 0 0 that cater to all East Bench residents. PR-1.3 Preserve and improve the Bonneville Golf Course as an 0 0 0 0 open space recreation facility. PR-1.4 Expand the Salt Lake Sports Complex. 0 0 0 0 PR-1.5 Develop additional off-leash dog areas. PR-1.6 Initiate and pursue acquisition of land located between 0 0 0 0 Sunnyside Park and Steiner Recreation Center. jiii PR-02 Natural Lands: Riparian corridors and other open spaces provide opportunities to interact with nature, are natural trail corridors that connect the City's open space resources, and provide habitat for wildlife and ative vegetation. PR-2.1 Develop implementation plans for the Shoreline Trail, Emi- gration Creek and Red Butte Creek open space corridors. 0 0 0 N PR-2.2 Develop a foothill trail system plan for the purpose of pre- (a) serving the existing sustainable trails east of the City limits 0 0 0 0 _and creating new trails where feasible. _ _ _ _ PR-2.2 Develop trailheads near locations shown in Initiative PR2.2. 0 (b) PR-2.3 Develop programs to assist property owners who wish to install new street trees in their park strips in order to ex- 0 0 0 0 pand the urban forest. PR-2.4 Implement the Wasatch Hollow Open Space Plan and Mill- 0 0 er Park Restoration Plan. PR-2.5 Evaluate impacts to wildlife and stream corridors when designing public projects and implement measures to en- 0' 0 0 00 hance the corridors. PR-2.6 Evaluate and implement zoning changes related to dark- 0000 sky friendly lighting. PR-2.7 Daylight underground creeks on public lands where possi- 0 0 0000 (a) ble during major park improvements. Ongoing Low Medium High 0 0 EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 2 5 IMPLEMENTATION — Iill PR-02 Natural Lands (continued) staff Finances Time Community PR-2.7 Develop strategies to incentivize private property owners (b) to daylight underground creeks that are located on their 0000 property. -03 Protect the Foothills: TheelratchToothills o sidered the scenic backdrop of the City and s�io 1d be preserved for wildlife habitat and recreation. PR-3.1 Obtain ownership of private property or establish conser- vation easements on property that extends beyond the City 0 qO 0000 boundary into the foothills. Ongoing Low Medium High 0 0 • • )0( 0 1 2 6 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN rr IIVIfPLEMENTATION EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN I 1 2 7 - • PARLEY ' S WAY noRR joR PLAN lookie 4 � M• _ I 16, Afw 1 2 8 I EAST BENCH MASTER PLAN 111111111111PP— The Parley's Way Corridor Plan was adopted as part of the East Bench Master Plan. 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