Department of Planning
Essex CBD Revitalization Strategy
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One File
Essex CBD Revitalization Strategy (1,387KB)
Individual Files
Resolutions
Executive Summary, Revitalization Planning History, Conclusions and Recommendations
Introduction
Study Objectives
Study Outline
Regional Position
Study Area Boundaries
Land Use Pattern
Floor Space Trends
Zoning Districts in the CBD
Land Use and Zoning in the Extended Area
Building Condition
Parking Facilities
Parking Management
Essex CBD Alleys
Economic Activity, Merchants Survey and Summary
Section II. - Revitalization Planning History
Introduction
The 1980 Action Plan
Summary
Section III. - A Revised Revitalization Concept
Introduction
Summary of Findings
Strategy Implications
The Planned Business Incubator
Incubator Facilities in Essex
Incubator-linked Revitalization Strategy
Farmers Market and Food Service Concepts
Characteristics of Neighborhood Markets
Market Administration and Budget
Food Services and Other Issues
Summary of the Concept
Section IV. - Policy Recommendations
Introduction
Improvements to the Streetscape and Public Places
Improvements to Private Property
Business Development and Promotion
Program Resources for Essex
Streetscape Improvements
Opportunity Sites
Effect of Critical Areas Legislation
Parking and Traffic
Business Development
Timetable for Action
Revised September 29, 2009
