Master Plan & Development Guidelines for Downtown Centerville

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a f'� Therefore, the Mixed -Use Corridors will provide the broadest variety, highest density and greatest intensity of development within the Downtown Area. Both vertical and horizontal integration of uses will be required as well as elements promoting pedestrian circulation within the district. Major retailers, supporting services, lifestyle and impulse retailers and their related parking facilities will be encouraged to locate in multi- level, Mixed -Use and interconnected buildings. In addition to this vital mix, the guidelines for the Mixed -Use Corridors will describe the qualities and character of a desired `urban form' within the Mixed -Use Corridors. Compact buildings and high -density blocks that define this district must include continuous built edges that relate directly to streets and sidewalks. The Mixed -Use Corridors must incorporate innovative parking strategies that support the mix of uses and that provide convenient access to shopping destinations, restaurant and entertainment venues. Together these elements will create a core area that is the center of activity — the place to see and to be seen within the Downtown Area. These objectives require that the majority of buildings front on primary streets and pedestrian thoroughfares that may be part of any redevelopment plan and may connect to or relate to public open spaces. Parking and service areas should be located internal to or on the sides of buildings, away from view. Pedestrian access to the retail fronts of buildings is critically important. Mid -block access from parking is highly encouraged. A mix of uses within individual blocks, including retail, restaurant and residential, will further enhance this model and promote activity throughout much of the day and evening hours. Site development guidelines include the following: Downtown Centerville Master Plan & Development Guidelines Characteristics: Mixed -Use Corridors • The ground floor of all buildings will be limited to retail and restaurant uses only. They will be designed with storefronts, entrances, windows and related streetscapes that encourage the greatest level of pedestrian circulation and traffic as is possible. • Ancillary uses, such as service and delivery spaces will be allowed but located away from pedestrian oriented storefronts. • High -density housing and office uses on the upper floors are encouraged. Except for entry lobbies, pure office uses and pure residential uses will be prohibited from the ground floor of buildings in this district; Surface parking is to be confined to shared or municipal parking facilities. Quick -stop parking needs such as dry cleaners and coffee shops or parallel parking on public or private streets also be encouraged but will be reviewed or considered on an individual basis. Building Placement and Setbacks: Mixed -Use Corridors • Buildings should be located at the build - to lines (zero setback), but allow January 4, 2006 Page 21 of 30