Agenda - Planning Commission - 02/02/2012

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Planter Beds /Boxes /Tree Grates • In the downtown area, what about using above ground planting beds (these are typically 3 -4 feet in height and may contain perennials, showy shrubs, or possibly even very small trees)? Essentially industrial size flower pots... • For Downtown Street type, tree grates should be of same design, but do we want to specify a particular one, manufacturer, or simply state that they're required and are subject to approval by staff /council? Although probably very expensive, could even explore custom grates that show the COR logo, although not sure if they would be `expandable' as trees grow in girth. • Irrigation shall be provided to ensure survival of plant materials. The City shall provide irrigation systems along the Parkway and Destination streets. Unless otherwise approved, all other irrigation shall be the responsibility of the landowner. Street Furniture Bike racks, trash enclosures and benches are encouraged on all streets, but will be required on Destination, Connector and Parkways and other streets as shown on the Master Streetscape Plan. Bike racks shall be the standard bike rack (see Appendix A for specifications). Trash enclosures shall be the standard trash enclosures (see Appendix A for specifications). Benches shall be the standard bench (See Appendix A for specifications). Benches shall be grouped in twos that face each other and provide an opportunity for an outdoor conversation space. Alternative bike rack, trash enclosures and bench designs will be considered on a case -by -case basis. The City will review alternative designs as part of the site plan review and will evaluate these alternatives based on the following: • Does the design maintain the character of the district? • Does the alternative design maintain the quality of the standard feature? • Does the design provide a relationship between the public elements of the streetscape and the building that would not otherwise be possible? Sidewalks and Boulevard In the design framework, the term "boulevard" is defined as "the space between the sidewalk and the curb." The boulevard area provides the required space for public features such as street lights, benches, fire hydrants, street signs, etc. The boulevard will have different characteristics based on the street hierarchy. The street width and layout within different zones may affect the ability of a particular development to provide the minimum boulevard width and the minimum sidewalk width within the existing public right - of -way. In those cases, the landowner shall provide a permanent public easement over the portion of the sidewalk that is located on private property. Design Framework — The COR Page 14 February 1, 2012