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  • ZONING DISTRICTS Updated October 18, 2024 Who to contact: Zoning

    Oct 18, 2024

    ·Madison, WI
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    This document is a reference guide to Madison's zoning districts updated October 18, 2024, listing all residential, mixed-use, commercial, employment, special, overlay, and historic districts with their designations and codes. The guide provides contact information for the zoning department and references to the relevant ordinance chapters (Chapter 28 Zoning Code and Chapter 41 Historic Preservation), along with resources including an online zoning map. No budget figures, policy changes, or meeting decisions are discussed; the document serves as an informational resource for understanding the city's zoning classification system.

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  • $50.00 ZONING REGULATIONS CITY OF STAMFORD CONNECTICUT

    Aug 31, 2021

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Stamford, CT
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This document is the Zoning Regulations for the City of Stamford, Connecticut, originally adopted on November 30, 1951, with amendments updated through August 31, 2021. It establishes the framework for land use planning in Stamford, including zoning districts, permitted uses, design standards, and area regulations, and is administered by the Zoning Board (chaired by David Stein) and the Zoning Board of Appeals (chaired by Joseph R. Pigott) under the oversight of Mayor David Martin. The regulations cover topics ranging from district classifications and use permissions to parking requirements, flood management, historic preservation, and publicly accessible amenity space standards.

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  • Town of Bristol Zoning Regulations Adopted by Town Vote March 7, 2017

    Mar 7, 2017

    ·Bristol, PA
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    On March 7, 2017, the Town of Bristol adopted comprehensive zoning regulations through a town vote. The regulations establish multiple zoning districts including Village Business, Residential Office Commercial, Village Mixed, Recreational, Commercial, High Density Residential, Village Residential, and Rural Agricultural zones, with standards and requirements for each district. The new regulations repeal former zoning bylaws and include provisions for interpretation, amendments, and enforcement across the town's designated zoning map.

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  • Official Zoning Map of the Township of Harris

    Harrisburg, PA
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    This is the Official Zoning Map of Harris Township in Centre County, Pennsylvania, adopted in 2016 as Ordinance 16-05, which supersedes the previous zoning map from 1978. The map designates various zoning districts including agricultural, residential (single, two, and multi-family), commercial, industrial, and cultural zones, along with overlay districts for ridge protection and corridor management. The map was prepared by the Centre Regional Planning Agency and identifies key municipal features, road networks, and the Regional Growth Boundary for the township.

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  • P L A N B A T O N R O U G E P H...

    Baton Rouge, LA
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    Plan Baton Rouge Phase II is a 2009 master plan update and economic strategic plan for downtown Baton Rouge that builds upon the original Plan Baton Rouge, which had achieved 80 percent implementation of its recommended projects over the previous decade. The Phase II plan proposes an economically-based urban design vision focused on making downtown a more vibrant area through alternative development incentives, strategies for adding housing, improving regional mobility, enhancing public spaces and infrastructure, and "greening" downtown while leveraging cultural and social amenities. The plan was developed by Mayor-President Melvin L. "Kip" Holden in collaboration with multiple sponsors including the Baton Rouge Area Foundation and Downtown Development District, as well as urban design and planning firms including Chan Krieger Sieniewicz of Cambridge.

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  • Fiscal Year 2023-25 Overview of the City Budget Process City of Oakland

    Oakland, CA
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    The City of Oakland's fiscal year 2023-25 budget overview describes the city's biannual budget process, which runs from January to June and must result in a balanced budget by June 30. Oakland's total annual budget is approximately $1.7 billion, comprising 62 percent Restricted Funds (grants and voter-approved bonds designated for specific purposes) and 38 percent General Purpose Funds (primarily tax-supported and flexible). Revenue sources include taxes (51 percent), service charges, fines, licenses, and permits (15 percent), bonds and other sources (14 percent), transfers (12 percent), and grants and subsidies (8 percent). The largest departmental allocations are Non-Departmental (23.9 percent), Police Department (21.2 percent), Fire Department (11.5 percent), Oakland Public Works (10.3 percent), and Human Services (7 percent). Property taxes contribute less than 26 cents per dollar to the city, with the remaining amount distributed to other government agencies including Alameda County, Oakland Unified School District, AC Transit, and others.

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  • LEGEND Zoning Districts C/R - Commercial/Residential District

    Pottsville, PA
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    This document is a zoning legend and map for the City of Pottsville, Pennsylvania, prepared by Alfred Benesch & Company in February 2020. It identifies nine zoning district categories including Commercial/Residential (C/R), Neighborhood Commercial (C-1), Community Commercial (C-2), Central Business (C-3), Heavy Commercial (C-4), Light Manufacturing (M-1), Heavy Manufacturing (M-2), Single Family Residential (R-1 and R-1A), Two Family Residential (R-2), and Special Purpose (S-1) districts. The map displays the geographic distribution of these zoning designations across Pottsville and surrounding areas including Norwegian Township, Branch Township, North Manheim Township, and the boroughs of Palo Alto and Mechanicsville.

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  • City of Providence Public Meeting Information - City of Providence

    Providence, RI
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    This document lists meeting information and contact details for the City of Providence's Department of Planning & Development. It provides links to agendas for ten advisory and oversight bodies, including the Capital Center Commission, City Plan Commission, Downtown Design Review Committee, and Providence Historic District Commission, among others. The Department of Planning & Development is located at 444 Westminster Street, Suite 3A, Providence, RI 02903-3215, with phone 401.680.8400 and office hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday (closing at 4:00 p.m. in July–August). As of the document's publication, meetings were being conducted virtually via Zoom under Governor Raimondo's Executive Order 20-05 (dated March 16, 2020) due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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  • CITY OF LEBANON ZONING ORDINANCE Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

    Lebanon, PA
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    The City of Lebanon adopted a comprehensive Zoning Ordinance on June 22, 2020, funded through a Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development Early Intervention Program Grant. The ordinance establishes zoning districts with specific allowed uses for residential and non-residential areas, dimensional requirements, design standards, historic building protections, floodplain regulations, parking standards, and sign regulations across 180 pages. The document serves as Part 13, Title One of the City of Lebanon's Codified Ordinances and was developed with assistance from Urban Research and Development Corporation.

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  • CITY OF FRESNO MASTER FEE SCHEDULE GENERAL DEVELOPMENT FEES Amend #

    Fresno, CA
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    The City of Fresno Master Fee Schedule Amendment #585 (effective July 1, 2025) establishes fees for planning and development services, including document reproduction, public records access, and noticing. Noticing subscription fees are $36.00 per council district per year, while plan text photocopies range from $10.00 for 0–100 pages to $60.00 for 501–600 pages. GIS plan maps vary by size, from $5.00 for 8.5" x 11" prints to $30.00 for 55" x 30" prints, and large format photocopy rolls cost $0.45–$0.65 per linear foot plus a $6.00 setup charge. For building services beyond standard effort, a blended hourly rate of $144.38 applies. The schedule provides fee reductions for development in designated Inner City areas.

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  • Our Government | Baton Rouge, LA

    Baton Rouge, LA
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    The City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge operate under a consolidated government structure established in 1947 and further consolidated in 1982 when the City and Parish Councils merged into a single Metropolitan Council. The Mayor-President serves as both Mayor of the City and Parish President, setting the government's agenda and managing day-to-day operations through appointed department heads, while the Metropolitan Council—composed of 12 Council Districts—holds responsibility for setting policy and approving municipal spending. The consolidated structure is designed to eliminate duplication of services, increase efficiency, and reduce costs across the metropolitan area.

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  • Urban Agriculture Ordinances City of Cleveland. ...

    Cleveland, OH
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    The City of Cleveland adopted a collection of ordinances to enable and facilitate urban agriculture in support of community health, sustainability, and local economies. The Urban Garden District was established as part of the zoning code (Ord. No. 208-07, passed 3-5-07) to protect areas designated for local food production, community education, garden-related job training, and environmental enhancement. Additional measures include a zoning update permitting the keeping of chickens, bees, and other livestock in all zoning districts; a licensing policy administered through the Cleveland Department of Public Health; amendments allowing farm stands and agriculture as a principal use on vacant lots in residential districts; and a clarification of the permitting process for high tunnels and hoop houses issued by the Department of Building and Housing in December 2012. An Urban Agriculture Overlay District (draft) was introduced to Cleveland City Council to allow more intensive urban agriculture uses in designated areas and remains pending.

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  • Zoning Overview

    Fort Worth, TX
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    This document is an educational presentation from a Development 101 Workshop providing an overview of zoning principles and regulations. It covers the definition and purpose of zoning, the various zoning districts (residential A through D districts and commercial E districts), what zoning regulates (lot size, land use, parking, setbacks, landscaping, and signage), and the different roles of various departments and boards in zoning administration including zoning changes, design review, historic preservation, and board of adjustment functions. The presentation outlines how zoning promotes orderly growth, protects property owners, and facilitates adequate public services while preventing overcrowding and traffic congestion.

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  • Earned Income Tax (EIT) / Local Services Tax (LST) / ...

    Hazleton, PA
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    This document is a reference table of official tax rates as of June 15, 2014, listing Earned Income Tax (EIT), Local Services Tax (LST), and Personal Income Tax (PIT) rates across multiple Pennsylvania school districts and municipalities, along with their designated tax collectors and contact information. The document shows varying tax rates by jurisdiction—for example, Abington Township in Montgomery County has a 1.5% resident EIT rate with a $52 LST, while Adams Township in Snyder County has a 2.3% resident EIT rate—and provides administrative details for tax collection entities such as Berkheimer Tax Administrator and York Adams Tax Bureau.

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  • Right to Know | Doylestown Township

    Doylestown, PA
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    Doylestown Township provides guidance on accessing public records under Pennsylvania's Right to Know Law, governed by Township Resolution No. 1440. The township designates Margaret M. Trageser as the Open Records Officer and Chief Charles Zeigler as the Police Department's Open Records Officer, with contact information and procedures provided for submitting requests via phone, email, or fax. The document outlines the appeal process for denied requests, including contact information for the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records and the Bucks County District Attorney's Office for challenges involving exempt criminal investigative records.

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  • ZONING ORDINANCE DRAFT JULY 2023

    Jim Thorpe, PA
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    This is a draft zoning ordinance for Jim Thorpe Borough dated July 2023, comprising 259 pages. The ordinance covers general provisions including adoption, purpose, and applicability; community development objectives tied to a comprehensive plan; definitions and rules of construction; and district regulations with designated zoning districts shown on an official zoning map. The document is structured in multiple articles and sections organized in a table of contents, with page numbers noted as pending finalization upon completion of editorial revisions.

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  • Historic District Designation in Pennsylvania Michel R. Lefèvre

    Harrisburg, PA
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    This 2005 publication from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, authored by Michel R. Lefèvre, serves as a comprehensive guide for local governments on establishing and administering historic district designations in Pennsylvania. The document, which substantially revised the previous edition from 26 years earlier, draws on accumulated experience from Pennsylvania communities in using historic district designation as a preservation strategy and tool for cultural and economic development. The guide is intended for local government officials, historic preservation organizations, and citizens considering the creation of historic preservation ordinances.

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  • CITY OF KNOXVILLE ZONING CODE USER’S MANUAL PRODUCED BY CAMIROS - OCTOBER 2019

    Knoxville, TN
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    This User's Manual, produced by Camiros in October 2019, serves as an informational guide to the City of Knoxville's Zoning Code, explaining the organization and key provisions including zoning districts, design standards, uses, parking, site development, and administration. The manual is explicitly stated as non-binding reference material for informational purposes only and is not approved by City Council or intended for legal determinations. The document outlines that Knoxville's zoning regulations control land and structure uses, building locations and sizes, and site development elements like parking and landscaping, organized into distinct zoning districts tailored to specific area characteristics.

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  • Amendments after adoption of revised map

    Wilmington, DE
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    This document presents the City of Wilmington's zoning map and associated amendments following the adoption of a revised map on July 16, 2018 (Ordinance 18-018). The map designates various zoning districts including residential (R-1 through R-5-C), commercial (C-1 through C-6), manufacturing/industrial (M-1, M-2), waterfront (W-1 through W-4), and open space categories, with district boundaries measured from street sidelines and lot lines according to City Code 48-6. The document also lists 20 zoning revision ordinances adopted between 2005 and 2018 that modified the map, with a note that the map is supplemented by additional materials for flood and historic districts.

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  • Public Meetings, Boards, Committees & Commissions City of Tucson

    Tucson, AZ
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    This document is a directory listing of public meetings, boards, committees, and commissions within the City of Tucson's Planning & Development Services Department. It provides brief descriptions of 13 different advisory and review bodies, including historic zone advisory boards for multiple districts, the Board of Adjustment, Design Review Board, Planning Commission, and specialized committees addressing topics such as stormwater management, outdoor lighting codes, and building standards. No specific meeting dates, budget figures, or policy decisions are included in this informational reference page.

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  • ZONING ORDINANCE

    Jim Thorpe, PA
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    This is a draft zoning ordinance for Jim Thorpe Borough dated July 2023, comprising 259 pages. The document establishes the legal framework for land use regulation, including general provisions, community development objectives, definitions, and district regulations with designated zoning districts and an official zoning map. The ordinance addresses applicability, interpretation, severability, and effective date provisions, and references alignment with a comprehensive plan. Specific use schedules and district-specific regulations are outlined but not detailed in this table of contents excerpt.

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  • ATTACHMENT C How to Watch and Participate in Oakland City Council Meetings

    Oakland, CA
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    This document explains how Oakland City Council meetings operate and how the public can watch and participate. The City Council comprises eight members—seven representing geographic districts and one Councilmember-at-Large—and holds regularly scheduled meetings on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 1:30 p.m., with meetings open to the public and streamed live on KTOP (Xfinity Channel 10, AT&T Channel 99) and online via Zoom. The Council has eight four-member committees that review staff reports and policies before full Council consideration, with all committee meetings also open to the public and schedules available at https://oakland.legistar.com/calendar.aspx. Members of the public can participate by submitting eComments before meetings or by using the "raise your hand" feature during designated public comment periods on Zoom.

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  • town of wilmington zoning ordinance & development guidelines

    Wilmington, DE
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    The Town of Wilmington zoning ordinance, effective March 16, 2021, establishes comprehensive land use regulations pursuant to Vermont's Municipal and Regional Planning and Development Act. The ordinance outlines districts, permitted uses, design standards, and administrative procedures to guide development while protecting the community's character, natural resources, and public facilities. Key components include overlays for historic preservation and flood hazards, sign regulations, telecommunications standards, and requirements for zoning permits before land development commences, though routine maintenance and repairs are exempted.

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  • KINGSTON BOROUGH LUZERNE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA ZONING MAP GRAPHIC SCALE 0 400

    Kingston, PA
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    This document is a zoning map for Kingston Borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, prepared by planning consultant John R. Varaly. The map identifies distinct zoning districts within the municipality's boundaries, including residential zones (one-family, two-family, and apartment), commercial zones (neighborhood, community, and general), manufacturing, flood plain, and conservation-open space designations, along with two overlay districts. The map is presented across four sheets with a graphic scale for reference.

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  • waterville township zoning resolution - Ohio.gov

    Toledo, OH
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    Waterville Township in Lucas County, Ohio adopted this comprehensive zoning resolution, originally established November 5, 1957, with the 2016 revision reflecting ongoing updates through January 2016. The document establishes zoning districts (agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial), defines permitted uses and restrictions, sets dimensional requirements for buildings and dwellings, and outlines overlay districts including flood plain and scenic corridor designations. The resolution has been amended 29 times since its original adoption, managed by appointed boards including the Board of Trustees, Zoning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals.

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  • District F 2023 Annual Report

    Houston, TX
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    District F's 2023 Annual Report, titled "District F is the Future," highlights the Houston council district's efforts to revitalize previously overlooked neighborhoods through public safety, economic development, and community engagement. Key accomplishments include the opening of the Alief Neighborhood Center, designation of Piney Point as a Conservation District, reopening of Tanglewilde Park, $250,000 in funding to address chronic homelessness, and Briarmeadow's recognition as one of Houston's hottest communities. In 2023, the district held 68 community meetings, 47 council meetings, and issued 25 proclamations while building a team focused on constituent services and neighborhood engagement.

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  • City of Fort Worth, Texas - Boards/Commissions/Committees

    Fort Worth, TX
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    This document is an application form for the City of Fort Worth, Texas boards, commissions, and committees. The form allows applicants to select from 28 named boards including the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, Art Commission, Aviation Advisory Board, Board of Adjustment (Commercial and Residential), City Plan Commission, Ethics Review Commission, Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission, Park and Recreation Advisory Board, Urban Design Commission, and Zoning Commission, among others. Applicants must provide personal information, residency and voter registration status in Fort Worth, employment details, and district of residence. Certain boards impose specific professional requirements; for example, the Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission requires applicants to demonstrate familiarity with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and experience in architectural design review, while the Downtown Design Review Board and Urban Design Commission require relevant professional field experience. Applicants may upload a resume and describe relevant qualifications and expertise.

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  • BALTIMORE CITY DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING 417 East Fayette Street, 8th Floor

    Baltimore, MD
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    This document outlines Baltimore City's zoning framework as administered by the Department of Planning under Director Douglas B. McCoach, III. Baltimore City's Zoning Ordinance was established following Ordinance #1051 in 1971 and organizes land uses into four basic categories: residential, office-residential, business, and manufacturing. The City has ten residential districts designated with "R" followed by a number, with density increasing proportionally to the number designation. Single-family residential districts include R-1 (maximum 5.9 units per acre), R-3 (maximum 8.7 units per acre), R-1A (maximum 3 units per acre, created in 1992), and R-1B (maximum 2 units per acre, created in 1992), with examples including Ten Hills, Hunting Ridge, Guilford, Mt. Washington, Ashburton, and Harford-Echodale. The Planning Commission is required by Article 66B of the State Charter to review and make recommendations on all zoning changes and text amendments within 100 days of introduction, and holds public hearings on proposed changes.

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  • City of Toledo | Plan Commission

    Toledo, OH
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    The Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commission guides land use decisions to create economic opportunity and quality of life for residents, led by Director Lisa Cottrell at One Government Center, Suite #1620. The department provides planning guidance through applications for zoning compliance, site plan reviews, certificates of appropriateness, and overlay district designations across multiple districts including Downtown, Marina, Warehouse, and Broadway Corridor areas. "Forward Toledo" is a comprehensive land-use plan designed to guide planning for the next 10–20 years and shapes the community's collective vision for growth. The Plan Commission maintains an online Building Permit and Electronic Plan Review Portal and publishes meeting agendas, audio files, and staff reports on a regular schedule, with meetings held on dates including mid-January through December for both city and county sessions. Contact information for general inquiries is Planning@toledo.oh.gov or (419) 245-1200.

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  • 27 x 2027 | Engage Spokane

    Spokane, WA
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    The City of Spokane's "27 x 2027 Urban Mobility Network" project aims to create 27 miles of connected, safe walking and bicycling routes across all quadrants of Spokane using adaptive "quick-build" design interventions that can be tested and modified based on real-world outcomes. Beginning in 2025, initial installations will extend from the Centennial Trail up Elm Street and Belt Street to the Shadle Park district center, featuring crossing safety improvements at Broadway and Boone avenues, wayfinding markings, and protected bike lanes. The Belt Street phase will coincide with scheduled resurfacing work from Garland Avenue to Wellesley Avenue and include a two-way protected bike lane, reduced crossing distances, and adjusted lane widths to improve safety for all road users.

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