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FIGURE 5. INFILL . BEFORE STABLE USES TO REMAIN REDEVELOPABLE "SUPERBLOCK" REDEVELOPABLE AND ~UNDERTILlZED LOTS AFTER . NEW INFILL WITH TRADITIONAL BLOCK-AND-LOT PATTERN Development of vacant and underused sites and repair and renovation of older~ structures strengthens existing urban areas. This is accomplished through innovative approaches to building codes as well as zoning regulations. . STlMULAT/NG INFILL AND REHAB/UTAT/DN ACTIVITY Adjust minimum lot-size and setback requirements to reflect the small- est practical lots in the neighborhood. Increase allowable densities in infill locations to promote economically viable projects that will add vitality to the neighborhood. This may require relief from parking requirements in order to avoid the need for variances. Expedite development review. Streamline review and permitting proce- dures for infill projects below a specified size threshold for projects in com- pliance with New Urbanist design standards. Delegate review to staff where legally permissible. Change parking requirements. Reduce or eliminate on-site parking requirements for small-lot infill projects, allowing parking demand to be fully or partially satisfied by on-street, shared, or remote parking (Figure 6). Revise building codes. Revise building codes to remove provisions that require rehabilitation of older buildings to current standards except when Chapter 1. New Urbanist Essentials 19 Established neighborhoods benefit zuhen vacant and undenlsed parcels are replaced by develop71'lellt that brings positive activity and U eyes on the street." Subdivision of large lots can allow a traditional block and lot pattern to be established, with new buildings fronting directly on the street and a renewed focus on the public realm. FIGURE 6. ON-SITE PARKING GARAGE-FREE FRONT YIELDS ADDITIONAL LANDSCAPING AND PEDESTRIAN COMFORT On-site parking requirements add significant construction costs, which pose a problem for the developers of small il~fill projects. \lIfhen placed in Font, on- site parking also makes streets less livable. Curb cuts displace on-street parking, and driveways mnove landscaping and windows Fom the pedestrian environment.