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Centers  Centers in 2040 are vital, compact developments that reflect a close relationship between economic and livability goals. They provide efficient access to residential, employment, retail and civic activities, while also connecting corridors and green areas. These environments are rich with historic, architectural and natural resources that improve the community's quality of life and economic vitality.2040 TOD/TOR and Mixed-use Transit Oriented Development/Redevelopment (TOD/TOR) provides access to a variety of transportation options and a mix of land uses. Walking, biking, busing and taking the train are viable alternative choices to the automobile. By offering greater access to businesses and amenities near the transit center, citizens make fewer and shorter vehicle trips to typical destinations such as the day care, grocery store, bank and recreation center. Buildings, landscaping and supporting infrastructure reflect the environmental and cultural context of the community. These context-sensitive amenities are aesthetically pleasing and support each community's core values and unique identity. 2040 Employment and Housing Employment centers are concentrated near multiple modes of transportation, providing quick access to government, service and other business-support functions. In a similar fashion, affordable housing is located close to the employment centers, which helps improve the livability of the community by reducing commute times and transportation congestion in the region. Schools are located nearby, and a variety of housing is provided to meet diverse community and lifestyle needs. Residents and employees also make use of abundant open spaces as recreation and gathering areas. 2040 Redevelopment, Reuse and Infill Growth is redirected from undeveloped areas at the urban fringes to vacant and underutilized land within the existing urban area. Obsolete structures are torn down and replaced by new development better equipped to meet the needs of the community. Historically significant and structurally sound buildings are adapted for new purposes. Through these methods, employers and retail outlets enter mature areas and help create vibrant, mixed-use neighborhoods. Continue to Visualizing the Future – Corridors > > |