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ARCH – 4601
Feasibility Study Presentation
II. Facility Program, C. Area Master Plan (p. 75 – 84)
Jason B. Ashe
C. Area Master Plan
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Summary of the findings and conclusions of the
master planning efforts for the Near Northside.
Key Parts:
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Workshop
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Forces and Issues
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Facility Security Concepts
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Conclusions and Recommendations
C. Area Master Plan
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Workshop
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Conducted in October 2005
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Focus on the development issues surrounding the
Houston Intermodal Center / Multimodal Terminal
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Concern the planning of the mixed-use development
of Main and Burnett Streets
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Specify the implementation and availability of
affordable housing
3 Major Topics:
1. Affordable Housing
2. Intermodal Center / Multimodal Terminal
3. Master Planning Concepts
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Affordable Housing •
Two local concepts presented by The Metropolitan Organization and
the Avenue CDC
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Case studies presented by Richard Baron
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Information was presented related to poverty levels, incomes, and
location
Intermodal Center •
Information on such a facility
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Review of other intermodal centers, the general area of Houston, and
the impact of the facility
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Discussion of joint development possibilities and desired
characteristics
Master Planning Concepts •
Relationship between affordable housing and the
Intermodal Center
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General land uses and other issues local residence have
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Forces and Issues
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Study identified Zone A as the preferred location for the Intermodal
Center
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Located in the north end of downtown Houston and areas
immediately to the north
Identified Forces and Issues:
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Selection of Hypothetical Site for Discussion Purposes •
Can be a catalyst to revitalization of underutilized inner core urban
neighborhoods if properly integrated within the community
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All surrounding areas are either vacant or commercial properties
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None include residential neighborhoods and are potentially viable
Forces that Shape the Center: “The Form Givers” •
Influence of the location of the Intermodal Center from the
intersection of the commuter rail and LRT tracks
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Minimum site area will be approximately 7 acres, excluding parking
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Site needs sufficient land for transit facility program needs and public
areas for transitional space to integrate into neighboring communities
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Most likely be multi-level due to grade-separation requirements
Intermodal Center Impacts: “The Ripple Effect” •
To be a positive economic development generator and a model of
sensitive rebuilding
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Public / Private partnership share vision for improvements
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Street / rail crossings and new freeway connections will create new
elevated structures
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Infrastructure environment needed to support the Intermodal
Center can become Economic Corridors for new development
Joint Development Opportunities •
Public / private collaboration is common for the city of Houston
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Incorporate joint development within the Houston facility, since
transit-oriented development is a focus of METRO
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Neighborhood Integration •
Located in an area that can support active urban environment
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Pedestrian-friendly streetscapes should surround the facility
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Day and night mixed-use developments, to enhance activity and
security
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Transition from institutional Intermodal Center to the residential
single-family zone
Facility Security Concepts •
Principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
(CPTED) should be followed
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Open public facility for travelers and transit users with amenities
to support transportation patrons
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Security concepts include: Accessibility, Edge Zone, Mixed-Use
Development Building Zone, and Multimodal Terminal Zone
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Accessibility •
Integrated economically with community and easily accessed from
adjacent neighborhoods
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Facility becomes part of the community and creates connectivity
Edge Zone •
Edge definition of facility is important for security enforcement
and establishes the limits of perimeter
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Create a positive image to neighboring community
Mixed-Use Development Building Zone •
Developments that generate day and night activities in public,
increase security
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Multi-faced developments increases a passive deterrent to crime
Multimodal Terminal Zone •
Shared passenger waiting areas, transit ride stores, food court /
service, other public amenities, and storefront police station
offers a sense off safety and security
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Conclusions and Recommendations •
Affordable housing should be implemented as a priority project and
integrated into the residential component of the plan
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Plan should account for public right of way, transit, parks, public
services, and development
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Minimum of 8.6 acres or 20% of total residential units should be
included in development plans, whichever one is greater
o Townhomes: 14 dwelling units (DU) / per acre
o Up to Mid-Rise: 30 DU / acre
o Senior Housing: 40 DU / acre
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Integrate adjacent neighborhoods to create a sense of community
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Positive impact on the community