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• 2001 Elk River <br /> Downtown Redevelopment Plan <br /> Highest Priority Lowest <br /> Principles 1 2 3 4 5 <br /> Utilize the River for public/private use <br /> Create pedestrian-friendly/walkable core downtown <br /> Preserve/highlight original design &character of existing buildings <br /> Western Area oriented to multi-family housing&home-office <br /> Northern Area oriented to office and housing <br /> Core CBD oriented to retail <br /> New construction to compliment traditional design elements <br /> Locate a traffic generator downtown <br /> Increase awareness to downtown <br /> Strengthen gateways to Core CBD <br /> Create a sense of place via design elements <br /> Build to the sidewalk <br /> Two-story buildings <br /> • Brick/stucco facades <br /> Create new neighborhoods downtown (housing) <br /> Create public gathering areas <br /> Fabric awnings compatible with building design &streetscape <br /> Develop rear& alley entrances where feasible <br /> Employ color schemes that compliment neighboring buildings <br /> Make storefront permeable (windows/openings at sidewalk) <br /> Pedestrian scaled signage (no plastic) <br /> Parking out of sight (under/behind) <br /> Seating and/or tables in public spaces <br /> Sunny public spaces <br /> Create a "loop" in pedestrian circulation <br /> Public service kiosks/information areas <br /> Encourage people to "leave their mark" <br /> Public toilets/phones (sheltered) <br /> Create element for children <br /> Interesting sculptures, art, water fountain <br /> • <br /> redevplan.xls 1 <br />