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Sub -District Framework - COR5 Parks & Open Space <br />Public Realm/Streetscape <br />The overall structure of The COR is based on a system of linked parks, trails and open space. This <br />includes existing and proposed parks and trails defined in city and regional parks plans, joined with new <br />parks and trails within The COR. Of equal importance is the contribution from each block and each <br />development project to this green structure, adding a variety of private, semi -private and perhaps some <br />additional public space throughout each sub -district. Great strolling streets provide connections <br />between commercial, workplace, entertainment and residential neighborhoods and encourage shared <br />use for cars, pedestrians and bicycles. <br />Site Development <br />The COR Master Plan illustrates a strong framework of green space, including a mix of public parks, <br />destination amenities, courtyards, commons and other features. As a key component of the overall plan, <br />this integrated system of parks, trails and open space provides the framework around which all other <br />land uses are organized. Placemaking and connectivity are important site development considerations, <br />linking each block and each sub -district with major public spaces nearby and with many other amenities <br />and attractions in The COR. <br />Architecture <br />There are numerous opportunities to include buildings and other structures as significant design <br />features within the proposed parks, trails and open space system for The COR. These could range from <br />simple picnic shelters and landscaped arbors to more complex park buildings that might contain meeting <br />rooms, rest rooms, storage areas and other facilities. Design of these important buildings should <br />respond to the specific setting and landscape features in each park, and complement the overall <br />character and quality of buildings located within surrounding blocks. Additionally, limited retail is <br />planned along the perimeter of the park. <br />Design Framework — The COR Page 60 <br />February 28, 2012 <br />