The Village at Loomis. Long-Envisioned A Wonderful Place to Call Home

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1 at Loomis Long-Envisioned A Wonderful Place to Call Home

2 The Vision Implementing the Town s Plans and Goals Years ago, the Town established the vision for The Village at Loomis in plans and EIRs approved by the Town, including: the King Road Specific Plan (1989), the Town Center Master Plan (1992), and the Town General Plan (2001). Great care has been taken to ensure the project meets the requirements laid out in the Loomis General Plan, Loomis Town Center Implementation Plan, Loomis Trails Master Plan and Loomis Bicycle Transportation Plan. [ will] provide a gradual transition of intensity between commercial and the neighboring residential areas, to minimize the potential for land use conflicts with residential uses, and problems for residents site should be developed with a mixture of land uses consisting of three tiers: general commercial and/or office uses ; low profile office structures ; and medium to medium-high density residential. Loomis General Plan project would help increase market demand and economic feasibility for new retail and office development downtown. Loomis Town Center Implementation Plan The goals of the Trails Master Plan include: Provide pedestrian, bike and equestrian access through natural areas. Provide supplemental pedestrian and bike access to the Town s sidewalk system and bike master plan. Improve walkability links to schools. Provide connections to County of Placer s proposed network of multi-use trails. Loomis Trails Master Plan The goals of the Bicycle Transportation Plan include: Provide bicycle route extending Sun Knoll Drive to Doc Barnes Drive. Provide bicycle route extending Day Avenue to Doc Barnes Drive. Provide bicycle connection from end of Library Drive to connect Sun Knoll neighborhood and Doc Barnes Drive. Provide bicycle routes along Doc Barnes Drive to connect Horseshoe Bar Road and King Road. Loomis Bicycle Transportation Plan

3 The Timeline 2003 Community workshop at Memorial Hall organized by Town and facilitated by SACOG Walking tour of site and downtown organized by Town 2004 Community workshop of H. Clarke Powers Elementary organized by Town 2007 Village application filed Joint meeting of Town Council and Planning Commission at Memorial Hall; Vote 5-0 and 5-0 proceed with at Loomis application 2008 EIR scoping meeting organized by Town Recession 2010 Town Center Implementation Plan identifies as economic catalyst to downtown 2014 at Loomis moves ahead EIR scoping meeting organized by Town 2015 Planning Commission workshop organized by Town Town Council and Planning Commission joint workshop at the Depot Town Council and Planning Commission field trip organized by Town 2016 Open House hosted at Memorial Hall

4 The Numbers 19 % Open Space, 45.8 Parks & Trails Acres Residential Acres Parks & Open Space Open Space & Trails Public Parks 2 Active & 2 Passive Stormwater Detention Single- Family Homes 125 Multi- Family Homes* *In accordance with the Town of Loomis General Plan Housing Element requirement 5.9 Acres Business ,550 4,050 Miles New Trails Feet Open Space Trails Feet Multi- Use Trails Retail Office Acres Total Project Area

5 Designed by the community for the community Long envisioned by the Town and shaped by community input, at Loomis will maintain the character of the Town while enhancing the downtown area and making it a focal point for shopping and services. Once completed, at Loomis will blend into the Town s landscape and appear like it has been here for years. It will be an area where people can live, work, shop and enjoy recreational opportunities for years to come. Organized into seven distinct districts, the project includes: the Village Commercial District, the Village Office District, the Village Mixed-Use District, the Village High-Density District, the Village Residential District, the Village Green Court District, and the Village Single-Family District. To improve local circulation, the project will construct the long-planned Doc Barnes Drive connecting King and Horseshoe Bar roads. Additionally, at Loomis will provide a linked system of trails, open space and sidewalks that will protect the riparian corridors, promote a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere and establish a safe, comfortable and convenient bikeway system. Future building within the project will strictly adhere to at Loomis Design Standards including architecture, landscape and roadways developed to maintain and enhance the character of downtown Loomis. By employing authentic architectural palettes, creative site planning techniques and designating an abundance of open space and parks, at Loomis will be a community with a strong, historicallybased identity and distinctive character within the Town of Loomis. at Loomis will truly be a wonderful place to call home.

6 The Venue A hidden treasure Located on 66 predominantly vacant acres behind Raley s Shopping Center, at Loomis is bounded by Horseshoe Bar Road and Laird Street to the west; the Silver Ranch, Sun Knoll, and Day Avenue neighborhoods on the north; I-80 on the east and Raley s Shopping Center on the south. Parks, Trails, Open Space and Wetlands Organized into seven distinct districts, the project includes three singlefamily residential districts, a highdensity residential district (in support of the Town s Housing Element requirements), a mixed-use district, an office district, and a commercial district. Residential District Mixed-Use District Office District Commercial District

7 Single Family District Traditional Single Family District Green Court High Density District

8 A vibrant, mixed-use project in a park-like setting Designed for a multitude of uses and implementing part of the Loomis Trails Master Plan, at Loomis is organized around open space, parks and a pedestrian and bike network connecting all portions of the neighborhood and commercial space with the existing downtown area. The architectural styles of both housing and businesses allow for a variety of choices that complement the existing character of the Town, seamlessly blending the new community with the current one. Protecting natural resources through open space, parks and wetlands Dotted with native oak trees and traversing a drainage corridor, at Loomis centers around 10 acres of open space. The project includes two supplementary open space parcels totaling almost an additional acre of land. These areas protect riparian corridors extending through the site to meet the expectations set forth in the Conservation of Resources section of the Loomis General Plan and provide environmentally safe zones for stormwater detention. Additionally, nearly two acres of public parks will enhance the community, benefiting current and future residents, businesses and visitors alike. Three areas are designated for passive parks recreation areas with minimal development to preserve their beauty and protect sensitive spaces. One such park will be created around a prominent rock outcropping, allowing the scenic nature of the area to remain untouched. These native places will include promenades with seating areas that link the parks to other open space, adjacent neighborhoods and the commercial district to encourage wandering through at Loomis. The remainder of the parklands will be developed into two pocket parks in the residential districts. These active parks will include play equipment for kids, picnic areas, benches and decorative landscape. Nearby homes and other buildings will be oriented facing the street to take full advantage of the open space views and encourage activity in the park-like setting.

9 Promoting a balanced transportation system with a network of trails, paths and sidewalks The Loomis Bicycle Transportation Plan identifies two key goals for bikeway route development in the area that encompasses at Loomis: 1. Achieve a balanced transportation system that is consistent with the Town of Loomis General Plan Circulation Element and provides Town of Loomis residents a variety of transportation choices, including automobile, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian options. 2. Establish a safe, comfortable, convenient and highly-connected bikeway system that meets the transportation and recreation needs of avid, regular, youth and beginning bike riders, while balancing the needs of other transportation types including automobiles, train, transit and pedestrians. Conceived with these goals and smart growth principles in mind, at Loomis creates a network of trails, paths, and sidewalks that will make it safe and easy to traverse by bike or on foot, encouraging residents to leave their cars at home and bike or walk to shopping, work, and school through a well-planned system. Bike paths, walking trails and seating areas will be created along the sides of the open space. Additional bike routes will connect Horseshoe Bar Road to King Road and the Day Avenue and Sun Knoll neighborhoods to the Raley s shopping center. Traversing both natural and developed areas, this network coupled with the planned roadway improvements will help meet the Town s transportation goals.

10 The Districts Commercial Districts The Town Council specifically identified at Loomis as a key catalyst for downtown in the Loomis Town Center Implementation Plan. To achieve this goal, the new commercial districts will become people-active places and building design will support a Main Street feel with all its charm. Contemporary and traditional approaches to building form and expression will provide the variety, interest and vitality appropriate for these commercially activity areas. All commercial projects will be compatible with the project s Design Standards and reflect the character and richness of the project s homes, parks and landscape. Although certain elements of signage and corporate identity are unavoidable, building design will incorporate a diversity of scale, materials and colors to minimize the effects of a typical commercial area. Plus, as stated in the Town of Loomis General Plan, the Village Commercial Districts provide a gradual transition of intensity between commercial and residential areas to minimize conflicts for residents. at Loomis includes three business districts: commercial, office and mixed-use. The village-scale retail area with shops, restaurants and outdoor seating will be a destination for residents of at Loomis as well as those in surrounding neighborhoods, and truly help make the downtown area come alive. Commercial District Commercial District is located near Raley s at the northeast corner of Doc Barnes Drive and Horseshoe Bar Road. Thoughtful site planning will result in a varied commercial street scene along the adjoining primary roadways that will be interesting for both pedestrians and motorists. Parking will be designed as much as possible to put an emphasis on pedestrian access. Office District To create a street scene that appeals to pedestrians and motorists, this District will focus on architectural design and detail. Office District will be located near the corner of Library and South Gates drives and be placed primarily along the roadways. Mixed-Use District Situated along Horseshoe Bar Road at Library Drive, its central location makes this District an ideal walkable destination for nearby residents. Mixed- Use District will be part residential and part business with shared driveways to minimize access points. This District includes a range of small, community-focused retail shops, restaurants and professional services in a Main Street-style setting.

11 Residential Districts The inspiration for at Loomis comes from the historical railroad and farming communities within the Loomis region. Drawing upon this rich history, at Loomis creates a distinctly California-style community with a unique and compelling design. Residential Districts a collection of twelve architectural styles in three thematic series give the project a diverse, small town atmosphere that will seamlessly blend with the Town of Loomis. From alley-loaded row houses to traditional homes opening into courtyards and multifamily housing, at Loomis will radiate the special charm of a family-oriented community. The Arts & Crafts Series Rooted in nature and with a focus on integrating with the land, the four styles in this series are modern interpretations of beloved classics inspired by the work of Frank Lloyd Wright and Greene & Greene. Reminiscent of homes in the Sacramento region during the early part of the Twentieth Century, this series is designed to emphasize the harmony between indoor and outdoor spaces. The Americana Series People from different countries starting a new life in America carried familiar architecture styles and details with them. The Americana Series is a collection of styles rich in detail and honoring history while embracing the future, encapsulating the cultural kaleidoscope that defines this country. These four styles tell the story of the richly infused past punctuated with a touch of the modern day. The Agrarian Series Recalling the agricultural history of the Loomis Basin region and reminiscent of comfortable farm buildings, these four styles bring an element of rustic charm to the neighborhood. Eclectic materials and cascading forms add texture and interest to this series, which ranges from very traditional to reinterpreted, adding to the built-over-time nature of the community. High Density District Located near Raley s and the end of Library Drive and adjacent to the open space corridor and Doc Barnes Drive, High Density District will be developed in accordance with the Loomis General Plan Housing Element Requirement of 25 units per acre. Architectural styles will be chosen from one of the three residential series palettes and will be held to the same strict design standards as the other Districts. High Density District can accommodate multifamily residential or agerestricted residential, with or without services.

12 Landscaping, street designs and roadway enhancements Trees create the structure of a neighborhood and are an ecologically important element in landscape. They cool the neighborhood in the summer, cleanse the air, and provide a sense of place. Thus, many native oak trees will be left untouched and a variety of new trees will be planted within the frontage landscape corridors at an average of four trees per 100 lineal feet of street frontage. Since water has become one of California s most precious resources in recent years, every effort must be made to utilize water in landscaping wisely. To this end, open space, park, commercial, residential and street frontage landscape will adhere to California s Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance to conserve as much water as possible. Furthermore, Low Impact Development practices will be encouraged to minimize the effects on the environment. The comprehensive Design Standards includes guidelines to ensure landscape elements in future developments provide for aesthetically pleasing and environmentally-friendly enhancements. at Loomis The street designs are another important part of the overall community concept. Thoughtful street design creates a sense of place and contributes to social activity and neighbor interaction. Street designs emphasize safety, emergency response and traffic flow, while encouraging people to walk comfortably and safely throughout the community. They calm traffic by reducing speeds, which creates a higher quality neighborhood. To improve traffic flow in and around at Loomis and help alleviate downtown traffic, the project includes the construction of Doc Barnes Drive, the long-planned connection between Horseshoe Bar and King roads. The project also extends Library Drive into at Loomis, and includes trails, bike lanes, sidewalks and provisions for storm water collection and treatment. An emergency-only access will be provided at King Road and the proposed Monument Rock Drive, and a separate emergency access will connect Day Avenue with the proposed Blue Anchor Drive. Although not available for general vehicular use, these emergency access points will be open to pedestrians and bicyclists. Visit TheVillageAtLoomis.com for more information. We welcome your questions and comments. Please contact Todd Lowell at or info@lowelldevelopment.com. P.O. Box 1200, Loomis, CA TheVillageAtLoomis.com