Post on 12-Nov-2014
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Place TypesNine place types were created for the generation of scenarios.
High Density ResidentialMixture of detached and attached housing types, but predominantly multifamily, townhome, and condominiums.
2-4 Story buildings
Minimal setbacks
7-16 Units/acre
Very supportive of transit.
Medium Density ResidentialMedium Density ResidentialMixture of single family homes with some multifamily and attached townhome dwellings.
1/5 to 1/3 acre lots
3-5 Units/acre
1-3 Story buildings
Small front yards
Supportive of transit.
Low Density ResidentialLow Density ResidentialDetached, single family houses.
½ to 1 acre lots.
1-2 Story buildings
Large front yards
1-2 Units/acre
Not supportive of transit.
High Density CommercialHigh Density CommercialOne to four story commercial buildings, with potential for a mixture of uses.
Approximately 26,000 sq ft of building/acre
Supportive of transit.
Medium Density CommercialMedium Density CommercialOne to three story commercial buildings.
Suburban to urban in character.
Approximately 13,000 sq ft of building/acre
Auto to pedestrian oriented. Somewhat supportive of transit.
Low Density CommercialLow Density CommercialSingle story commercial or retail.
Approximately 6,300 sq feet of building/acre
Suburban in character.
Auto-oriented, minimally supportive of transit.
High Density Mixed UseHigh Density Mixed UseRetail on street level, with condominiums, apartments, or offices on upper levels.
2-4 stories buildings with minimal lot lines and setback.
50%-50% Commercial Residential Mix
Most supportive of transit.
Lower Density Mixed Use (Commercial)Lower Density Mixed Use (Commercial)Retail/ services on street level, with office, commercial or some residential above.
2-4 stories buildings with minimal lot lines and setback.
65%-35% Commercial Residential Mix
Very supportive of transit.
Lower Density Mixed Use (Residential)Lower Density Mixed Use (Residential)Retail on street level with apartments or condominiums above, or townhouses & single-family homes on street level.
2-4 stories buildings with minimal lot lines and setback.
35%-65% Commercial Residential Mix
Supportive of transit.