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Design Workshop Objectives a)Determine constraints and opportunities for development to identify developable lands; b)Develop two preferred community form models; c)Revisit and refine the design principles under the Fall River Vision and Action Plan.
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Constraints and Opportunities
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Primary Conservation Areas Significant forested areas Steep slopes (20%) Riparian zones Wetlands Unstable Soils Halifax Slate Others _______
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Secondary Conservation Areas/Cultural Assets Walking Trails Bicycle routes Legacy trees Country lanes Farm fields Historic routes (trails and waterways) Significant Landmarks Highway Design Terminating Vistas Open fields Scenic Views Archaeological Sites Others _______
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Defining Development Models
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Village Shape and Form How do you define Rural Village? Where are the greenbelts? Where is the Village Core? What is the ideal size? Where are the secondary development areas?
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Revisiting Design Principles
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Fall River Vision and Action Plan Design Principles 1.Buildings close to the street 2.Parking at rear or side 3.Landscaped front yards 4.Compatible building styles & materials 5.Controlled signage 6.Coordinated Streetscape 7.Secure views to Lake Thomas 8.Riverfront park & village green 9.Transit Station 10.Variety of housing types
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