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, Strategy 3b Actions Encourage the highest possible • Require design review of every new development or rehabilita- density of development within the tion within downtown to ensure conformance to the design boundaries of downtown guidelines outlined by this plan, especially when such projects receive city assistance. • Reduce on-site parking requirements for downtown uses by allowing on-street parking along a site's public periphery. • Encourage the development of multi-story buildings in down- town. Strategy 3c Actions Define transition zones at the • Establish land use controls for an area lying generally one periphery of downtown for uses such block beyond the downtown boundary that will allow for"tan- as multi-family residential and sition"uses and development. home-based businesses Strategic Outcome • A downtown that is recognized as the center of the Monticello community due to its built patterns, and one that is interesting for pedestrians and encourages pedestrian activity on the streets of downtown. Strategic Target • Revised land use controls adopted within one year of accep- tance of the plan. Strategy 4: An identity related to Monticello • Strategy 4a Actions Build or renovate buildings to create a • Work to identify and understand the community's special char- relationship to the community as well acter and qualities so that those ideas can be passed on to those as to their immediate purpose private sector that might contemplate changes to their buildings or new buildings. • Require adherence to the design guidelines for all new build- ings, for all renovations that receive any degree of city assis- tance and for all other improvements that total more than $10,000 in value or effect more than one-quarter of a building's gross floor area or more than 25%of total facade of a building. • Encourage the creation of buildings that are flexible enough to accommodate a variety of uses over time, and that are con- structed with a life span of at least 50 years. • Mandate that any improvement that requires a building permit have a building maintenance program submitted and approved before issuance of a certificate of occupancy. Strategy 4b Actions Create public buildings that stand out • Agree upon an architectural style for all public buildings that is from other downtown buildings but based on character of the community. that have a common • Place public buildings on sites that are prominent within down- character and quality town. 411 AT-=-�A New Bridge -_--�� Revitalizing Montkello's Downtown and Rivedront Page 4:28