Subregion 4 Central Avenue-Metro Blue Line Corridor Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Implementation Project. Community Meeting April 27, 2011

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1 Subregion 4 Central Avenue-Metro Blue Line Corridor Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Implementation Project Community Meeting April 27, 2011

2 Overview Introduction to Subregion 4 TOD Implementation Program Introduction to Transit-Oriented Development and its Benefits Supporting Principles of TOD Regional Developments Next Steps

3 Introduction to Subregion 4 TOD Implementation Program

4 Subregion 4 TOD Implementation Project Goals: 1. Build upon recent community engagement 2. Identify investment opportunities along the Central Avenue Corridor 3. Form partnerships to implement and market the Subregion 4 Master Plan 4. Encourage transit-oriented development 5. Examine zoning tools that may advance these goals

5 Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Implementation Project Boundary Central Avenue-Metro Blue Line Corridor

6 SUBREGION 4 MASTER PLAN AND SECTIONAL MAP AMENDMENT Approved June 1, 2010

7 SUBREGION 4 VISION Maintaining and Preserving Residential Neighborhoods Improving Community Character and Sense of Place Focusing New Development at Centers (TOD) Improving Mobility and Connections Reinforcing Industrial Uses and Employment

8 Vision and Urban Design Community Character Sense of Place Mixed-Use Focus New Development at Centers (TOD) Multimodal pedestrians, bicycles, rail, buses, and automobiles Safe Connected

9 Vision and Urban Design Design influences how people feel about a community. Careful consideration of urban design will help achieve the desired vision for a place. Development will happen. Where and how are the key.

10 Introduction to Transit- Oriented Development and its Benefits

11 Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) A MIXED-USE COMMUNITY WITHIN A ¼ TO ½ MILE WALKING DISTANCE OF A TRANSIT STOP 1/4 mile T

12 Characteristics of TOD Greater Density than the Community Average A Mix of Uses Quality Pedestrian Environment A Defined Center

13 Density The amount of residential or commercial development in a given area often expressed in a ratio such as dwelling units per acre. 13

14 Areas with lower densities are generally characterized by: Auto dependence Reduced pedestrian, bicycle and transit accessibility Low diversity of housing options Higher use of resources such as energy, land, and water Higher infrastructure costs

15 Density does not necessarily result in monotony

16 Transit Oriented Development (TOD) is: 1. Development that does not allow for automobile use 2. Development that requires all residents to live in high density housing 3. A mixed-use community within a ¼ to ½ mile walking distance of a transit stop 4. A single-use community within a ½ to 1 mile walking distance of a transit stop

17 What is a characteristic of TOD? 1. Sufficient density to support transit service 2. A mix of land uses 3. Quality pedestrian environment 4. All of the above

18 Density is the amount of residential or commercial development in a given area. 1. True 2. False

19 Low density areas are often characterized by? 1. Transit dependence 2. Low infrastructure costs 3. Lack of housing diversity 4. 1 and 2 5. All of the above Low density areas are often characterized by auto dependence because there are not enough households to support transit. Low density areas are often characterized by high infrastructure costs because uses are separated so more roads and infrastructure is needed to connect them.

20 Which of the following is a way to express density? 1. Floor Area Ratio (FAR) 2. Dwelling Units per Acre (DU/A) 3. Maximum Lot Size 4. Number of Houses on the Block (NHB)

21 Which of these communities has the highest density?

22 They have Equal Densities of 10 dwelling units per acre

23 Equal Densities Both of these developments achieve approximately 18 du/acre

24 Mixed-Use Development The practice of allowing more than one type of use in a building or set of buildings Residential Retail Office Residential Retail Office Retail

25 Mixed-Use Development Combining different yet appropriate uses Within a neighborhood Inside a single structure

26 Benefits of Mixed-Use Development USES ARE LOCATED IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO: Encourage walking, biking and transit use Promote Smart Growth principles Compact, mixed-use, transit supportive, walkable, sustainable Enhance community activity and economic vitality Enhance safety through around-the-clock presence of people

27 Quality Pedestrian Environment Streetscape/Walkability

28 Benefits of a Quality Pedestrian Environment Bike lanes Street trees Wide sidewalks

29 What is mixed-use development? 1. Mix of residential uses only 2. Development that leads to traffic congestion 3. Allowing more than one type of use in a building or set of buildings 4. All of the above

30 Mixed-use development can increase accidents and reduce safety. 1. True 2. False

31 A Defined Center 1/4 mile Higher intensity of use near transit stop/station T Google Imagery 2011 Digital Globe Geo Eye Commonwealth of VA U.S. Geological Survey, USDA Farm Service Agency, Sanborn, District of Columbia (DC GIS)

32 TOD should include varying levels of density/intensity with the highest densities near transit Same level of density Varying levels of density

33 Benefits of TOD Pedestrian friendly, convenient Encourages transit use Provides a variety of housing, retail, employment, and entertainment options in close proximity Encourages compact development instead of sprawl 1 Million Square Feet 1 Million Square Feet

34 Principles Supportive of Transit-Oriented Development

35 Low Impact Development (LID) DESIGN APPROACH TO MANAGE STORMWATER RUNOFF Multiple, small-scale facilities instead of large stormwater management ponds Examples of facilities include rain gardens, rain barrels, grassed swales, green roofs, and pervious paving

36 Benefits of LID More effectivemimics natural processes Eliminate the need for unsightly and land consuming ponds

37 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED GREEN BUILDING RATING SYSTEM Buildings are rated based on: energy savings water efficiency CO 2 emissions reduction improved indoor environmental quality stewardship of resources and sensitivity to their impacts

38 Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Improved perception of safety and livability Safer and busier business districts Increased use of park & recreation facilities by residents

39 What is a characteristic of a quality pedestrian environment? 1. Street trees 2. Bike lanes 3. Wide sidewalks 4. Benches or areas to congregate 5. All of the above

40 What principles are supportive of TOD? 1. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) 2. Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) 3. None of the above 4. 1 and 2

41 Benefits of Open/Public Space Help establish the visual identity or character of neighborhoods Serve as community focal points, gathering places, and active or passive recreational amenities

42 Architecture Materials Elements Detailing

43 Benefits of Quality Architecture Buildings frame the public space Helps establish local identity and sense of place Quality materials remain attractive and require little maintenance 43

44 LID stands for Low Impact Design. 1. True 2. False LID stands for Low Impact Development 44

45 Quality architecture can establish local identity and a sense of place. 1. True 2. False 45

46 Regional Developments: Lessons Learned

47 Bowie Town Center

48 Annapolis Towne Centre at Parole

49 Bethesda

50 Bonus - There are x Metro Stations in Prince George s County

51 Next Steps Present the final recommendations made with community input of a mobility study for Capitol Heights and Addison Road-Seat Pleasant Metro Stations at the end of June/early July.

52 Next Steps Conduct a capacity analysis along Central Avenue and develop complete streets cross sections designed to enable safe, attractive, and comfortable access for all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists.

53 Next Steps Conduct an economic development and marketing campaign to define physical and social assets, determine priority sites for development, and verify investment commitments and opportunities to create a TOD marketing strategy.

54 Next Steps Review Subregion 4 Master Plan recommendations for a neighborhood conservation strategy and work with sister agencies, including the Department of Housing and Community Development, to determine funding sources and programs to preserve and protect neighborhoods.