9. Build Sustainable New Neighborhoods.

Large-scale new “greenfield” development should be structured into neighborhoods and communities that reduce the need for automobile travel, offer a mix of housing alternatives for all age and income groups and provide close to home shopping, services and recreation.

Principles and Concepts:

• Essential neighborhood features include connectivity between subdivisions and pedestrian access to parks and schools.
• Neighborhoods should be developed to provide a variety of housing choices.
• Village centers with small shops and public amenities should be included in neighborhood development.
• Higher intensity uses such as shopping centers should be located where they are shared by other neighborhoods in the community.
• Neighborhoods should be designed to respect and fit the natural terrain, preserving trees and open space.

Developers should create walkable neighborhoods, providing a safe way to reach parks and schools.

Village and town centers should include public spaces.

A variety of housing should be part of each neighborhood.

Wider sidewalks are essential where higher density uses are developed.

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