1.2.5 Urban Core Context
These are areas with the highest development density, mixed land uses within and among predominately high-rise structures, and limited setbacks as shown in
. This is the most active zone, with vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic accommodated within the right of way (ROW). Additional layers of social, historical, and cultural landmarks may need to be factored into design decisions. Visual complexity should be minimized, and clear sight lines maintained:
- Color choices and material textures should relate to the surrounding structures; and
- Plant material often provides the ‘green relief’ in these areas. Maintain the upper canopy and ground plane massing, leaving views clear in the middle zone.
Figure 1-6: Urban Core Context
Regarding discussion throughout the remainder of the manual, references to “rural” include Rural Town and Rural contexts. References to “urban” include Suburban, Urban and Urban Core contexts.